Tanner Scott Bollon , age 33, of Freeport, IL passed away Sunday, March 14, 2021 at his home. He was born September 23, 1987 in Freeport, IL to William "Billy" and Toni (Nilles) Bollon.

Tanner was a 2006 graduate of Lena High School. He worked for Chrysler. He was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed watching the Braves, Vikings, and Red Wings. Tanner didn't just enjoy watching sports, he also enjoyed playing them, especially softball and golf. He also liked to play video games from time to time. Tanner had a huge heart, even at the end he was helping people by being an organ donor. He was funny, quick-witted, and an all-around easy person to talk to, he could always see both sides of a debate. He was often referred to as "The Professor". Tanner had so much love for his family, especially his niece and nephew, his friends and his dogs, Josie and Jackson.

He is survived by his mom and dad, Toni and Billy Bollon of Lena; his brother, Tyler (Aurora) Bollon and their children, Kellan and Shaylie of Freeport; his fiancé, Kaitlin Jewell of Freeport; his maternal grandma, Pat "GiGi" Nilles of Freeport; his paternal grandparents, Bill (Connie) Bollon of Freeport; his uncle, Bob (Amy) Bollon; his aunts, Sherri (Mike) Daniel and Stacey (Tim) Wagenknecht; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his great grandma Bollon.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Lena Evangelical Free Church at 2:00 p.m. There will be a visitation before the service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Lena Burial Park. A memorial fund has been established.