James M. Littlejohn

July 10, 1957 - February 5, 2016

James M. Littlejohn, 58, of Loves Park died on February 5, 2016 in Rockford Memorial Hospital. Born on July 10, 1957 in Aurora, son of James and Jeanne (Wheelock) Littlejohn. James retired from the United States Army after 20 years of dedicated service. United in marriage to Sarah ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Priddy on May 5, 2013. James was devoted to his family, and lived his entire life in service to others. He enjoyed playing the guitar, singing, and fishing. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan. Survived by his wife, Sarah; sons, John Charles (Tracy) Littlejohn, James Walter (Sheila) Wayne Littlejohn; grandchildren, Lindsey, John Jr. Amber, Aimee, Kailee, Joshua, Trisha, Makayla; step-children, April, Kayla, Julie, Faith, Josh; step-granddaughter, Kylee; siblings, Ron (Debra) Williams, Larry (Nina) Wylde, Matthew (Vicki) Littlejohn; and former spouse, Chon Kyong Yo. Preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Sherri Dawn Patton. Celebration of Life Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at The King’s Mansion 200 East St., Kingston. Visitation at 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Rev. Matthew Littlejohn will officiate. Interment in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. Share a memory or condolence at www.graceFH.com.