Waldemar J. Gruenwald, 83

United States Army Veteran.  Late of Lockport, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 28, 2023 at the Illinois Veterans Home in Manteno, IL.

Preceded in death by his parents, Johann and Olga Gruenwald.

Survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Vicki (Mielke-Borvansky); step-children, Kevin (Tina) Borvansky and Robin (fiancé Chris Talley) Barkauskas; grandchildren, Madlean (fiancé Jesse Tomim) Borvansky and Kristopher (fiancée Lauren Polidoro) Barkauskas); great-grandson, Colton Barkauskas; brothers, Ed (Yura) Gruenwald and Erhard (Sandy) Gruenwald; many dear brother and sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins; many dear friends at McDonald's.

Cremation Rites have been respectfully addressed.  Arrangements entrusted to O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport.  For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com

FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO MEET ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2023 AT NOON AT ABRAHAM LINCOLN NATIONAL CEMETERY FOR MILITARY HONORS.