James Rocker passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024. He was born to Glen and Ethel (Franks) Rocker from Port Byron, IL, on September 26, 1947. He married Vicki Hillman in 1968 and they had two children. James was an accomplished stained glass artist and co-owned Glass Illusions with his wife. He was a beloved teacher at Blackhawk College, where he taught the art of stained glass, and a loyal member of the Beaux Arts Committee for many years.

Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Vicki Rocker; sister, Connie Pucket; son, Kurt Rocker of East Moline; daughter, Crista Rocker of Jasper, IN; grandchildren, Cassidy Green, McKenzie Green, Joseph Rocker, Drake and Ellie O'Neal, Codie O'Neal, and Andrew Miller; great-grandchildren, Bailee, Hailee, Kennedy, Ariah, Luca, Lorelai; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church, East Moline, IL on Monday, July 8, 2024, at 11:00 AM. All are welcome to attend. Memorials may be made to the family.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.vanhoe.com