John "Jack" D. DeFries's obituary , Passed away on November 12, 2024 in Shorewood, Illinois

John "Jack" D. DeFries

June 8, 1935 - November 12, 2024 (89 years old)

Shorewood, Illinois

John "Jack" D. DeFries's obituary , Passed away on November 12, 2024 in Shorewood, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, Inc.

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John "Jack" D. DeFries

June 8, 1935 - November 12, 2024 (89 years old)

Shorewood, Illinois

John D. DeFries Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John D. DeFries of Shorewood, Illinois, who passed away on November 12, 2024, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John D. DeFries to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John DeFries and Anne DeFries; his wife Jean; and his son Keith DeFries. He is survived by: his daughter Gayle Carroll (Mike); his grandchildren, Allison Butin (Matt), Sean Carroll (Jenna), Eric Carroll (Jackie), Nicholas DeFries and Rachel DeFries; his daughter-in-law Kathy DeFries (Matt McGiles); his stepgrandchildren, Taylor McGiles and Emilyee McGiles; and his great grandchildren, Aria, Zoe, Raelyn and Fia. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jack's name to Lightways Hospice, 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL 60431 would be most appreciated.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, Inc.



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Nov 21

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Forsythe Gould Funeral Home
507 S State St, Manhattan, IL 60442

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Nov 21

Funeral service

Forsythe Gould Funeral Home
507 S State St, Manhattan, IL 60442

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Nov 21

Military honors

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, IL 60421

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