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Barry Gratt Obituary

Age 76, late of Plainfield passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Chicago, lived in Bridgeview and a resident of Plainfield for the past seven years. Owned and Operated Affordable Pest Control for 25 dedicated years. Barry was a very talented woodworker and his work will forever be treasured.

Survived by his loving and devoted wife of 56 years, Joan C. (Nee: Vervoort) Gratt; two adored children, Tammy (Roland) Reitenbach and Cheryl (Joe) Sawin; four cherished grandchildren, Ashley (Jonathon) Hartwell, Brittany (Eddie) Stanislawski, Kaila (Matt) Skrzypiec, and Brandon (Sydney Harski) Sawin; three precious great grandchildren, Grayson and Skylar Stanislawski, and Cullen Hartwell; and one sister, Janice Daa.

Preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Audrey Mascarella.

Per Barry's wishes Cremation Rites have been respectfully addressed.

Arrangements under the care and direction of O'Neil Funeral Home 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL., 60441.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 14, 2021.

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Joseph Rossi

February 14, 2021

Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. Cheryl your Dad was a great helper at Lieb School especially with my class field trips.

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