FREEPORT-Royce W. Babcock, 87, of Freeport, died Monday, March, 27, 2006, at River Bluff Nursing Home in Rockford.
Born September 15, 1918 in Stephenson County he was the son of Eber and Elta (Staver) Babcock.
Royce was in the U.S Army for 20 years. He worked at Sears in Freeport for many years.
Surviving is his brother, Clyde J. (Dorothy) Babcock of Loves Park; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and 4 brothers.
Funeral service will be Saturday 10:30 a.m. at Walker Mortuary with Reverend Don Jamerson of First Free Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in the Oakland Cemetery and Mausoleum.
Visitation will be Friday 4 to 6 p.m. at Walker Mortuary.
A memorial has been established in his name.
Royce's family invites friends to extend condolences, share a memory, or light a candle in his honor at www.walkermortuary.com.