Lionel L. Brashares

Lionel L. Brashares, age 65, of Peotone, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at his home.

     He was born on November 26, 1957, in Chicago, IL.   Lionel was a United States Navy Veteran.  He married Frances L. Dutton on May 12, 1979, in Markham, IL.  He enjoyed sports and was a passionate official for softball and volleyball.  He served on the Peotone Park District Board for over 10 years.  Most of all he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

     Lionel is survived by his wife, Frances L. Brashares; his children, Jeffrey (Alyssa) Brashares, Jake (Raeanna) Brashares, James (Natalie) Brashares, and Deanna (Dwayne) Smith; 4 grandchildren, Clara, Sophie, Emma, and Logan Brashares; a brother, Jason Brashares; and 2 sisters, Victoria Brashares and Deborah Joy Singer.  He was preceded in death by his parents, C.L. and Celestina (Lopez) Smith; and a brother, Cephas Smith.

     Visitation will be held at the Fedde-Helfrich-Cross Funeral Home, 112 W. Main St. Peotone, IL on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Funeral services will be held at the Fedde-Helfrich-Cross Funeral Home on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at 8:00 p.m., Father Roger Kutzner officiating.  A prayer service will be held at the Fedde-Helfrich-Cross Funeral Home on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 8:30 a.m.  Committal service and military honors will be held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.  Memorials may be directed to the wishes of the family.

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