Thomas "Tom" Lueders

Thomas "Tom" Lueders

Thomas Lueders Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kolssak Funeral Home, Ltd. on Sep. 10, 2025.

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Thomas "Tom" Lueders, age 66 of Freeport, formerly of Buffalo Grove. Beloved husband of Patricia Lueders nee Stebbins for 43 years. Loving father of Christopher (Shaina) Lueders and Eric (Katie) Lueders. Adored grandfather of Nathaniel, Jayden, Annalyse, Quinten, and Sophia. Father figure of Agustin (Lourdes) Garcia. Dear son of Robert (Marcia) Lueders and the late Margaret Lueders. Cherished brother of Robert Lueders, Kathleen (Alfonso) Quebbemann, Daniel (Holly) Lueders, and Michael (Susan) Lueders. Loving Godfather, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend to many.

Visitation Thursday, September 11th from 3 pm to 7 pm at Kolssak Funeral Home, 189 S Milwaukee Ave., (2 Blocks South of Dundee Road), Wheeling. A Life Celebration Service will be held at 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wounded Warrior Project are greatly appreciated.

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James and Susan Miller

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Mona K Alberti

September 9, 2025

We will miss u, Tom. We have loved u since we met u with Patti. You have always been a "stand up" husband/father! We so enjoyed ALL the times when we were with u & Patti. We are thankful for the memories. Love, Mona & Tom Alberti

Marilyn Ruttenberg

September 8, 2025

My deepest condolences to Patti & the whole family. I know how much Tom was loved & will be sorely missed. Sending much love & hugs . You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Marilyn Ruttenberg

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