ROCHELLE — Angela M. (Jerding) McConkey, 48, passed away Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020 in Rockford due to complications from a congenital heart condition.
Angela was born May 1, 1971 to Michael P. Jerding and Sheila I. (Engh) Jerding in DeKalb. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Angela is survived by her husband, Steven V. McConkey of DeKalb; daughter, Kira McConkey of Dixon; brother, Michael G. (Aimee) Jerding of Rockford; and nieces, Jacey and Carly Jerding.
Angela will be remembered for her kindness and her love of the Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Eagles, and country and 80s music.         
In keeping with Angela’s loving and generous spirit, she continued that in death through the gift of organ, eye, and tissue donation.  
A celebration of life open-house memorial will be held Saturday, Feb. 15 at Salt 251, 531 S. 7th St., Rochelle, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.