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William Lagestee Obituary

Willis "Bill" R. Lagestee FRANKFORT, IL - Willis "Bill" R. Lagestee, age 74, of Frankfort, IL formerly of South Holland, IL passed away Friday, September 15, 2017. Beloved husband of Nancy Lagestee, nee Ellis. Loving father of Vaughn (Linda) Lagestee, Valerie (Russ) Van Kuiken, Michelle (Rob) Evans, Tyyler Lagestee, and the late Troy Lagestee. Devoted grandfather of Lindsey, Lauren, Brittani, Ayden, Samantha, and Carrie. Dear brother of John (Evelyn) Lagestee, the late James (Joyce) Lagestee, and Robert (late Sharon) Lagestee. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Previous husband of Cherie. Preceded in death by his parents Walter and Mary (nee Schaap) Lagestee. Visitation, Wednesday, September 20, 2017 from 1:00 - 9:00 P.M. at SMITS FUNERAL HOME, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Funeral Service, Thursday, September 21, 2107 at 10:00 A.M. at Parkview Christian Church 11100 Orland Parkway Orland Park, IL. Private Interment at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Lansing, IL. Mr. Lagestee was Vice-President of Walter Lagestee, Inc. Memorial contributions may be given to Elim Christian Services, the Ronald McDonald House, or Parkview Christian Church. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at: www.SMITSFH.com

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Published by The Times from Sep. 19 to Sep. 20, 2017.

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Daniel Helmold

September 23, 2017

I am sorry to hear that Bill had pass away he will be missed by everyone who knew him!!

September 20, 2017

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sending my prayers and condolences to the Lagestee Family.

April

Nathan

September 19, 2017

My condolences to the family. Keep close in mind and heart all the fond and fun memories of him and reflect on them often. Look to the God of comfort and he will sustain you.

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