Francis "Frenchy" J. DeGrazia

Francis (Frenchy) J. DeGrazia, age 78, suddenly. Adored husband of 56 years to Diane (nee Damico). Cherished Father of Gina (Dan) Skiera, and Francesca (John) Larsen. Loving Papa of Dana and Christopher Skiera, and Ava, Frederick, and Elizabeth Larsen. Beloved Son of the late Carrie and James DeGrazia, and Son-in-Law of the late August and Francesca Damico. Dear Brother of Janice (Matt) Tabar, Brother-in-Law of Suzanne Tadin, and Paulette Damico (late Chuck Billows). Fond Uncle of Tina (Marc) Ori, Josh (Crystal) Tabar, Michael (Natalie) Tadin Jr., and Angela Billows. Great Uncle to two nieces and four nephews.

Frenchy was an honored Marine and received a Purple Heart for his service during the Vietnam War. He was a long time member of the Downers Grove Sportsmen's Club in Morris, IL where he loved spending his time trapshooting and hunting. Frenchy will be missed by many. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 5th, from 3:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at RICHARD J. MODELL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES; 12641 W. 143rd St. (Homer Glen) Chapel Prayers Tuesday, May 6th, 9:15 A.M. from RICHARD J. MODELL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES; 12641 W. 143rd St. (Homer Glen) to St. Bernard Parish 13030 W. 143rd St. for Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. For further information, 708-301-3595 or rjmodellfh.com

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