William Edward Stardy, 74, of Belvidere, IL passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, March 2, 2015. William was born June 23, 1940 in Elkorn, WI to Albert and Anna (Petkoff) Stardy. William was a devoted farmer who loved his Holstein cows, John Deere tractors and the Green Bay Packers. He was a lifetime member of the NRA, Ducks Unlimited and served as President of the Eagles Club in his younger years.

William is sincerely loved and will be missed by his children; daughters, Lillian (Dennis) Risen, Sally (Steve) McCormick, Linda (Kevin) Cardinet, and Alice (Gene) Lovdahl. Proud grandfather of 7 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 5 step grandchildren. William is predeceased by his parents and sister, Caroline Cuttill.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00PM March 5, 2015 at Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services at Buck-Wheeler-Hyland Chapel, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave., Belvidere, IL. To light a candle or to share a memory, please visit www.AndersonFCS.com