Andrew Dennis "Andy" Frain
Andrew Dennis "Andy" Frain
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Andy Frain, 91 of Mokena, passed away at home on December 3rd, 2025. Andy is survived by his devoted wife, Concetta (Syracuse) Frain, his children Andrew S. (Joette) Frain, Colleen (Edmund) Lipinski, Bridgette (Michael) Mlady, and Kimberly Harr, his stepson Michael (Alyssa) Urgo, and his cherished grandchildren. Andy was the oldest of six siblings. In addition, Andy was a beloved member of the Syracuse Family, whose lives he touched. His stories and history will forever echo in their hearts as they deeply mourn his loss.
Andy was born in Chicago and lived an extraordinary life. The son of Lilian (Dolly) and Andrew T. Frain who founded the Andy Frain Ushers in 1924. Andy grew up with the ballparks and stadiums as his playground. He went to work for the business at a young age, joined by his siblings. After his father's death in 1964 he headed the company and he and his brothers successfully went on to expand. Andy helped shape the future lives and careers of many young men and women throughout his lifetime. Andy later formed his own company which he ran with his own children who still do so today. A master storyteller, friend to many and always good for a laugh when you needed one, He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
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Patrick Frain
Yesterday
Andy was my closest member in the family. My fondest memories of him were taking me tobogganing behind the car, having sleepovers as small kids, Andy taking us to the "Bug Theater" to watch old scary movies, and on one vacation together we were forced to land on a deserted `Mona Island´ and spent three days until a Navy helicopter rescued us.. He had the looks and personality to become a Chicago politician, and I often talked about him to my wife. His passing affected me deeply.
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Jack Kenney
December 7, 2025
Andy Junior became the leader of a company that transformed teen
boys and girls into adults by giving them responsibilities beyond their years and we are all the better for it. Many of us entered public service or professions that continued our growth. It was a family business and we alums are all part of a very special family. Lifelong friendships and connections would come. Our lives would cross often at significant events in Chicago history in particular years later. The family aspect still recurs with regular lunches or a yearly lawn party. To all the Frains a huge THANK YOU. St Peter has another experienced assistant. RIP Andy Junior. .
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