Michael Freund's Obituary
Michael Freund, age 51, of Tamaroa, IL, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2019 in his residence.
Michael was born on March 16, 1968 in Deer Park, WA, a son to Michael R. and Christine (Henningsen) Freund. He married Mary Jean Reinke on May 9, 1997 in Carbondale, IL and she survives. Michael was a member of the Moose Lodge and enjoyed NASCAR, Star Trek, Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Cubs, 80's music, helping people, collecting items, and playing pool and video games. Michael always loved Halloween and was bigger than life on every holiday.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Jean Freund; his father, Michael Freund; his mother, Christine (Jack) Black; three sons, Brandon Freund, Riker Freund and William (Melissa) Hoch III; one daughter, Hayley (Carl) Tawwater; one brother, Brian Freund; one sister, Shelly (Ron ) Smith; five grandchildren, Cody, Hunter, Emma, Haydn and Liam; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Michael will be cremated with a service held at a later date.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with arrangements.
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