Curtis Walter "Bill" Rideout, of Rockford departed this earthly life December 21, 2024 in his home. He was born April 13, 1940 in Eagle Mills, Arkansas the son of Lacie Rideout. Curtis lived in Rockford  since 1961 coming from Bearden, Arkansas. He was employed as a machinist by Rockford Power Train, 30 years before retiring. Curtis was a member of Freedom A Church Without Walls.  He graduated from Bearden High School Class of 1958.

Curtis  leaves to cherish many loving memories,  two daughters, Rebecca Howard and Angela Rideout (Michael) Harrington; three sons, Vincent Rideout, Patrick Rideout and Craig Rideout; four grandchildren, Destiny Rideout, Eric Howard Jr., Acazia Rideout and Elijuah Howard; one great granddaughter, A'nasia Jacobs; brother, George (Ruthie) Rideout Sr., a host of nieces, nephews cousins other relatives and friends including special cousin, Elder Junior Rideout. He was predeceased by his mother, Lacie Rideout; and grandson, Marcus Williams;.

Services will be held Thursday, January 2, 2025  1:00 p.m.  at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.