Donald Joseph "Don" Frey

Donald Joseph "Don" Frey obituary, Bradford, IL

Donald Joseph "Don" Frey

Donald Frey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Grant-Johnson Funeral Home - Bradford on Feb. 6, 2026.
Donald "Don" Joseph Frey, 78, of Bradford, IL formerly of Chicago passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026 at his home surrounded by loved ones.

Don was born on May 16, 1947 in Chicago, IL the son of Joseph and Dolores (Madl) Frey. He worked for S & C Electric for over 20 years as an Assembler. Don married Patricia Hogue on October 12, 1968. She preceded him in death on March 15, 2012. Don served our country in the United State Army National Guard, honorably discharged in 1971.

Don enjoyed being outside doing yardwork, mowing and decorating for any holiday. He was a jokester and loved spending time with his family.

Don is survived by his two children, Denise Hill of Bradford and Donnie Frey of Wyoming; eight grandchildren, Clifton (Brandie) Hill, Zachary Harris, Lea (Kyle) Harlan, Savannah (Kenny) Gibson, Sebastian Beckelman, Shayden Beckelman, Alyssa Frey, Justin Frey and 6 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and daughter, Debra Beckelman.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Cremation Rites have been accorded.

Memorials may be directed to the American Diabetes Association.

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

Grant-Johnson Funeral Home - Bradford

217 E Main St, Bradford, IL 61421

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