Joseph Rochford Jr.

Joseph Michael Rochford, Jr., 74, of Chicago, Illinois, peacefully passed away on August 23, 2025.

He proudly served in the United States Army for 15 years and returned to Chicago after his last tour of duty and honorable discharge.

Joseph is survived by his former wife, Sadra M. Taylor-Rochford-Sielaff; his children, Christine M. Kilroy and Joseph M. Rochford III; and five beloved grandchildren: Sean, Joe, Callie, Breana, and Brooke.

He is also survived by his sister, Nora Bertuca; his brother-in-law, Anthony Bertuca; and four nieces and nephews: George, Tony, Louis, and Megan.

Services:

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Interment Service: 2:00 PM

Location: Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Road, Elwood, IL 60421