Lawrence Fries

Lawrence “Larry” Fries Sr., age 75, long time resident of

Franklin Park, passed December 17, 2025. He was born

on November 13, 1950, the son of Harry and Ruth Fries

who proceeded him in death.

Larry was the beloved husband for 50 years to Cheryl,

caring father of Jennifer (Henry), Joanna (Butch),

Jeanette (Nick), and Lawrence Jr., and proud grandfather

of Jessica (Andrew), Jaida (Tim), and Joriann, and great-

grandfather of David.

A life long model railroad hobbyist, Larry was a member of

several clubs over the years, most recently the Valley

Model Railroad Club in South Elgin. He built a remarkable

career spanning fifty years, primarily focusing on

computer systems analysis within the I.T. sector.

Larry will be remembered for his love of family, classic

western television shows, and his often vibrant lengthy

narratives.

Visitation will be held Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.,

with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m., at Sax-Tiedemann

Funeral Home, 9568 Belmont Ave., Franklin Park, IL

60131.