Obituary

Martin Gradert, 55

August 18, 1967 to February 27, 2023

8-18-1967 - 2-27-2023

Martin "Marty" Eugene Gradert,  55 of Buda passed away in Northern Wisconsin, on February 27, 2023, while on a snowmobile trip with friends.

Marty was born in Kewanee on August 18, 1967, to parents, Dean and Doreen (Fox) Gradert.

He is survived by his parents, Dean (Sandy) Gradert of Buda and Doreen Gradert,  Wyanet, his brother, Mark in Ottawa and his nephew, Joshua.  Also survived by his two great-nephews and 2 great nieces and his 2 step brothers, Chad and Brandon Powell.  He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Carey and Sarah Fox, and his paternal grandparents, Lester and Rachel Gradert.

Marty graduated from Buda-Western High School and worked at Springfield Armory in Geneseo, IL.  He loved the great outdoors and had a zest for life.  He loved building things, and he enjoyed snowmobiling, riding his motorcycle, racing at the Bureau County Speedway, hunting and fishing.  Marty loved smoking any kind of meat and cooking for family and friends.  Marty had a loyal companion, Dexter, his beagle. 

There will be funeral for Marty at 6:00pm on Friday, March 3, 2023 at Bunker Hill Church in Buda, IL.  Visitation will be from 3 - 6:00pm at the church.  Cremation rites will be accorded, after services.  Memorials can be directed to the family of Martin Gradert.

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Visitation is from 3-6:00pm in Buda, IL

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Bunker Hill Church of God
322 School St
Buda, IL 61314

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Bunker Hill Church of God
322 School St
Buda, IL 61314

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"Sandy dean Doreen sending prayers sorry for your loss many fond memories growing up with Marty"

Diane doubler Lawrence

March 2nd, 2023

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"Marty fly high in heaven with all the other Angels!! "

Carol Logsdon

March 1st, 2023

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"We have so many fond memories of Marty growing up, trail rides and the time he tried to fill our fuel oil tank with water! Also bill gave him the nickname of chopper because he was always chopping things up !! Dean,Doreen and families my heart goes out to you,and I'm praying that in time your heart heals. May the peace of the lord be with you all."

Patricia Doubler

March 1st, 2023

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