Walter “Wally†Fredericks, age 91, of Arlington Heights. Formerly of Mount Prospect, IL. Born August 18, 1931 in Chicago, IL. Passed away peacefully January 9, 2023.
Beloved husband of Joan Fredericks; Loving father of Debbie (Bud) Lewis, John (Mariette), Mary (Curt) Kucik, and Janet (Bill) Allen; remarkable grandfather of Brian (Kristi)Lewis, Joe (Lindsay) Lewis, Dr. Jackie Lewis (Joe Lennox), Kelsey Kucik, Margaret (Max) Klutke, Johnny (Hope) Fredericks, Brittany Allen, and Courtney Allen; dear great-grandpa of Lola Lewis, Colette Lewis, Lucy Lewis, Beckham Lewis, Myles Klutke, Piper Lewis, Madden Klutke, and John “Shep†Fredericks; loving son of the late John and Helen Fredericks; fond brother of the late Ronald (Fran) Fredericks; son-in-law of the late Richard and Rose Swiech; uncle to many nephews and nieces.
He was a proud salesman at Berman Brothers for many years. He enjoyed umpiring 16†mens softball, golf, bowling, racquetball, and dancing. Most of all, he was the biggest cheerleader to his grandchildren, watching soccer, baseball, wrestling, volleyball,and track events. He treasured the many vacations with family, concerts, dance recitals and competitions, ice skating events, and graduations.
He took pride in being a veteran in the United States Army. He served as a member of the Knights of Columbus, and as a welcoming usher at St. Cecilia Church in Mt. Prospect.
Win or lose he was an avid Cubs and Bears fan. He was fun to be with, an amazing artist, driving teacher to his children, and a jack of all trades fix-it man. Loved the song “Mack the Knife†and dancing with his wife, Joan. He also was a gracious host to many horseradish parties.
He entered into eternal life peacefully, surrounded by his loving family.
Visitation Monday, January 16, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 West Central Road (at Northwest Highway) Mount Prospect, IL 60056; Funeral Tuesday January 17 10:30 a.m .from Friedrichs Funeral Home to St. Cecilia Church, Golf Rd, (Rt. 83) & Meier Rd. Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m.. Interment private.
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