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Friday, June 10, 2016

Fred L. Pacelt

Fred L. Pacelt, age 80, of Oquawka, Illinois, passed away at 8:45 AM on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at his residence. He was born January 17, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Casimir and Marie (Nalaski) Pacelt. Fred attended the Chicago Catholic Schools and graduated from High School there. He proudly served his Country with the United States Air Force. On October 4, 1958 Fred married Louise Virginia Foraker in Chicago, IL and she preceded him in death on August 19, 2014. He was employed as a salesman for Burk Communications in Chicago for several years. He then began his own business, selling point of purchase displays until his retirement. Fred loved his wife Louise and missed her every day since her passing. He enjoyed the Mississippi River, hunting, fishing, and gardening, especially roses. Fred is survived by four sons; Kenny Pacelt of Oquawka, IL, Phil (Trish) Pacelt of West Chicago, IL, Stephen (Laurie) Pacelt of Round Lake, IL, and Jeffery (Brenda) Pacelt of Aurora, IL, six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and his brother, Ron (June) Pacelt. He is preceded in death by his parents and wife Louise.
A Funeral Mass is planned for 1:00 PM on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Aledo, Illinois. His family plans to receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at Turnbull Funeral Home in Oquawka, Illinois. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Mary's Cemetery in Keithsburg, Illinois. A memorial fund is being established for the Henderson County Cancer Fund. For more information, or to leave a condolence, please visit www.turnbullfuneralhomes.com

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