Gracie Elaine Wild, 80, of Freeburg, IL passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024. She was born February 5, 1944 in Belleville, IL to Peter and Gracie (Shoemaker) Arras. She married the love of her life, Willard H. Wild, on October 26, 1968 and became a dedicated homemaker for her family. Gracie’s love for her family and home was unwavering, bringing her endless joy and comfort throughout her life. In her later years, Gracie enjoyed coloring as a form of relaxation and creativity. Gracie will be deeply missed and her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Surviving to cherish her memory include her daughter, Diana LaPlantz; granddaughters, Alisha (Tony) Holdener and Amanda (Charlie) Ford; great-grandchildren, Finley and Ansen; sister, Pertie (Ed) Knewitz; niece, Kimberly (Don) Larabell; nephew, Randy (June) Crook; great-nephews, Joshua and Jacob Hawkins and Blade Crook; and great-niece, Dezaria Banuelos. Gracie was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Gracie Arras; husband, Willard H. Wild; sister, Shirley Crook; and brother-in-law, Steven F. Crook.
Funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Lake View Funeral Home, 5000 N. Illinois St, Fairview Heights, IL 62208, with visitation from 11:00 am until time of service. Interment will follow in Lake View Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made to Helping Strays of Monroe County.
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