William Louis Graefnitz's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2024 in Steger, Illinois

William Louis Graefnitz

August 31, 1930 - June 23, 2024 (93 years old)

Steger, Illinois

William Louis Graefnitz's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2024 in Steger, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smits Funeral Homes Ltd

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William Louis Graefnitz

August 31, 1930 - June 23, 2024 (93 years old)

Steger, Illinois

William Louis Graefnitz Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Louis Graefnitz of Steger, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 23, 2024 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Louis Graefnitz to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though William Louis may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his son William Marlon Graefnitz; and his parents, Chris Graefnitz and Martha Graefnitz. He is survived by: his wife Marlene Faye Graefnitz; his children, Cheryl Lischka (Neal), Dale Graefnitz (Janette), Roger Graefnitz and Mary Kay Joens; and his close friend Marlene. He is also survived by his family and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smits Funeral Homes Ltd



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Fri

July 05

Visitation

Smits-Steger Memorial Chapel
3045 Chicago Rd, Steger, IL 60475

Sat

July 06

Visitation

Trinity Lutheran Church
1393 Elizabeth St, Crete, IL 60417

Sat

July 06

Funeral service

Trinity Lutheran Church
1393 Elizabeth St, Crete, IL 60417

Sat

July 06

Burial

Trinity Lutheran Cemetery
25249 S Dixie Hwy, Crete, IL 60417

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