Frederick Robert Nauert

Frederick Robert Nauert, 96, of Wheaton, former longtime resident of Glen Ellyn.

Husband of Margaret Nauert nee: Swanson. They celebrated their 74th wedding anniversary in May. Theirs was a marriage of deep love, laughter, and joy. Father of Richelle Hughes (former husband the late Lawrence Hughes) and (Paul Johnson), Susan Nauert (Jody Lang), and Karen Pickford (John). Grandfather of Ryan McVean (Mary Alice), Alexandra Hughes, Greg Hughes (Jessica Grindle), and Kate Pickford. Great grandfather of Madison Hughes, Carter, Corry and Colin McVean. Son of the late Frederick and Rose (Kendzora) Nauert. Brother of the late Harriott Mulac (the late Ray Mulac). Brother-in-law to the late Dr. Carl Swanson (Ingrid) and Dorothy Swanson Anderson (the late Donald) and uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Fred proudly served in both the US Navy and the US Air Force. He was a 68-year member of First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn and attended Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, IA, Yankton College in Yankton, SD and Industrial College of Engineering in Chicago. He became a business-owner and was the President of Nauert Corporation. Outside of his career, he was a member of the Glen Ellyn Jaycees, a 32nd Degree Mason and was a scuba instructor at BR Ryall YMCA. He was a dedicated Honor Flight Chicago participant and supporter.

Affectionately known as a “man of many hobbies,” he enjoyed wood working, became accomplished at clock-making, storytelling, voracious reading, boating and fishing, the love of which he passed on to his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Above all, he cherished spending time with his family in a variety of settings. He had great love and enjoyment of the outdoors during all seasons and he loved dogs especially golden retrievers, many of which became part of his story-telling. He partnered with his therapy dogs and serviced local assisted living facilities calling on hospice patients for many years.

His family is thankful for the loving care and compassion shown to Fred and his family by Angel's Grace Hospice and BrightStar Caregivers.

Celebration of Life at 11 AM on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at First Congregational Church, 535 Forest Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations appreciated to: Therapy Dogs International (mail  at Therapy Dogs International, 88 Bartley Road, Flanders, New Jersey 07836); Honor Flight Chicago  (mail at 9701 W Higgins Road, Suite 310, Rosemont, IL 60018-4703); First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn (mail at 535 Forest Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137) or a charity of your choice. 

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