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Gordon H. Frey

1966 - 2025

Gordon H. Frey obituary, 1966-2025, Mendota, IL

BORN

1966

DIED

2025

FUNERAL HOME

Wasmer Funeral Home

2112 W. Main Street

Mendota, Illinois

Gordon Frey Obituary

Gordon H. Frey
Born: April 6, 1966
Died: May 17, 2025
Gordon H. Frey 59 passed away May 17, 2025, at OSF St. Paul Medical Center. Graveside services will be 10am. Friday, May 23, 2025, in Restland Memorial Gardens with Father Greg Nelson officiating. Wasmer Funeral Home is privileged to assist the family.
Gordon Howard Frey was born on April 6, 1966, to Clayton and Mary Margaret (Phalen) Frey, and he brought joy and love into the lives of all who knew him. Gordon was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Gordon is survived by his brothers Doug (Karole) and Kent, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Julie and brother-in-law Marty Bonnell, and his youngest brother Greg. Gordon was a kind and gentle soul, who had a quiet manner but a mischievous smirk that made you smile. His passion for working on Case IH equipment at Stollers in Ottawa brought him immense joy, and he felt happiest when he was doing what he loved. Gordon also enjoyed spending time with his work buddies, sharing a few beers and stories on Friday nights after work. Gordon was loved by all who knew him, and his kindness, gentleness, and caring nature touched the hearts of everyone he met. He was truly a good human being, and his presence will be deeply missed. As we say goodbye to Gordon, let us remember the love and light that he brought into our lives, and the impact he had on all of us. May his memory live on in our hearts forever. Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Condolences may be left at wasmerfuneralhome.com.
Rest in peace, dear Gordon. You will always be remembered and loved.

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Published by News Tribune on May 21, 2025.

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Jenny Rich Insalata

May 28, 2025

I´m so sorry to hear this. I remember his kindness. My prayers to Kent and the family.

Smitty

May 22, 2025

A man that will be truly missed! Even though the years had separated us and life took us in different directions I still called you my best friend. You were there through many chapters in my youth. Every high school memory has you in it. We were the brew crew, the guys that were inseparable. If you saw one the others were not far behind. You will be missed more than you will ever know! Until we meet again, I will keep your memory in my heart.

Tina Sterling Moore

May 19, 2025

Gordon was a true friend in high school. His little smile he would give.. his love of his red car (can´t remember kind) I´ve wondered often what he went to after high school. He was one of a kind and I´m glad I was part of his gang when we all would hang together. Rest in peace friend. Say hello to Bob and rest of our classmates.
So sorry Kent and family.. another gone too soon.

Brad Henry

May 19, 2025

Rest easy "Flash" you will be missed

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10:00 a.m.

Restland

Mendota, IL 61342

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Wasmer Funeral Home

2112 W. Main Street, Mendota, IL 61342

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