Allegra C. Hamberlin, of Rockford departed this earthly life January 3, 2026. She was born December 18, 1962 in Rockford, IL the daughter of Jessie Hamberlin and  Charles Lathan Sr. Allegra was employed as a Clinical Service Assistant  by Rockford Memorial Hospital, Visiting Nurses Association over 30 years.  She graduated from Boylan High School class of 1980 and attended Rock Valley College.

Allegra leaves to cherish many loving memories, her son, Evan Hamberlin; two grandchildren; Aubree and Camdyn Hamberlin; companion of over 30 years, John W. Strother III; sisters, Andrea (William Brochocki) Hamberlin; Lillie ( A.J.) Mitchell, Charlene Pryor and Rose R. Williams; two brothers, Castadaro Hamberlin and Charles Lathan Jr; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends including special niece, Anitra White and special nephew, Armand Hamberlin. She was predeceased by her parents.

Services will be held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Visitation will be held 2:00 p.m. until the time of service.