Kenneth L. Graesser Obituary

The world bids farewell to Kenneth L. Graesser of Lake Villa, Illinois, departing on December 14, 2024 at the age of 86. Kenneth leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Fredrick A. and Mildred; his wife Shirley Ann Weires; and his brother-in-law Eugene L. Stommel. He is survived by: his daughters, Diane Palaggo (Matthew), Donna Pertel (Peter) and Amy Henning (Gregg); his grandchildren, Ashley Keuper (Dan), Benjamin Palaggo (Joann), Clarice Pertel, Elliott Pertel, Ben Henning (Chris) and Jessica Henning; his great grandchildren, Brooks Keuper, Lincoln Keuper, Ethan Kleinsmith, Oliver Palaggo, Aria Henning, Ellie Henning, Lizzy Henning and Luke Henning; his close friend Sue DeRoche; his pet Bichon Frise; his niece Kris Woessner (Brett); and his siblings, Patricia Stommel and Donald Graesser (June). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Thursday, December 19th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the United Methodist Church (848 Main St, Antioch, IL 60002). A burial was held on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at the Hillside Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, http://www.stjude.org. (262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105) or Antioch United Methodist Church.