Gail B. Friesema's obituary , Passed away on February 8, 2026 in Oak Park, Illinois

Gail B. Friesema

March 21, 1948 - February 8, 2026 (77 years old)

Oak Park, Illinois

Gail B. Friesema's obituary , Passed away on February 8, 2026 in Oak Park, Illinois

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Peterson-Bassi Chapels

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Gail B. Friesema

March 21, 1948 - February 8, 2026 (77 years old)

Oak Park, Illinois

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Gail B. Friesema Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gail B. Friesema of Oak Park, Illinois, born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, who passed away on February 8, 2026 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Gail departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Gail. Though Gail may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Bill Friesema; her son Dave Friesema (Linda Friesema); her granddaughters, Sarah and Kiera; her daughter Katie Friesema; and her siblings, Sharon Myers (late Bob Myers), Judy Leist (Al Leist), Helen Ceparo (Max Lopez-Ceparo) and Joel Harmelink (Jill Harmelink). She was also cherished by her family, friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Peterson-Bassi Chapels



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