Stephen G. Fricke

Stephen G. Fricke, 66, of Petersburg entered his eternal home on Monday, May 27, 2024 after a well-fought battle with liver cancer. Stephen was born on December 10, 1957 to Glenn and Carol Fricke of Petersburg, IL. On January 26, 1958, he became a child of God through the gift of baptism. He married his wife, Deborah Krueger, on December 30, 1989 and they went on to have two children-Katrina and Jonathan. Stephen was a life-long member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Petersburg. He lived a life that reflected his love of his Lord, and that faith was evident until he departed this life and into eternity. He was a farmer and enjoyed raising cattle and working the land that was passed on to him by his father and grandfather. Stephen served as a volunteer firefighter for the Oakford Fire Protection District. He also worked for Sunrise Ag and Fornoff and enjoyed getting to know and serving the agricultural community through his time at those two companies. Stephen was a gifted storyteller and always sought to bring joy to the people around him. He went out of his way to make sure that the people around him had a smile on their face. Although he underwent an incredible number of challenges in his life, his hope never wavered and his positive outlook was absolutely contagious. Stephen is survived by his wife, Deborah; children Katrina (John Michael) Jurica of Chicago, IL, Jonathan (Kiersten) Fricke of Wisconsin; grandson Oliver; and brother Larry (Bonnie) as well as beloved cousins, nephews, and dear friends. Stephen was predeceased by his father, Glenn, his mother, Carol, and his brother Douglas. The Visitation for Stephen will be on Friday, May 31st from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Hurley Funeral Home, 122 W. Douglas Avenue, Petersburg, IL 62675. A second Visitation will also be held on Saturday, June 1st starting at 9:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 120 W. Monroe, Petersburg, IL 62675 with a Service at 10:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. The Graveside Service will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Petersburg. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the following entities: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Petersburg, IL Oakford Fire Department Hurley Funeral Home in Petersburg, IL is in charge of making arrangements.

Stephen G. Fricke

December 10, 1957 - May 27, 2024

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