Frank Precechtel Jr., 58, Classic car, motorcycle enthusiast

Frank Precechtel Jr., 58, of North Riverside and formerly of Forest Park, died July 1, 2011 at his home.

Mr. Precechtel was born in Chicago on Aug. 22, 1952 to Frank and Jennie (nee Santore) Precechtel. He served in the U.S Army and worked at Garda Cash Logistics in Broadview.

He enjoyed motorcycling and classic cars and was a member of the Wheelmen Chicago Motorcycle Club.

Mr. Precechtel was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A funeral service was held July 11 at Kuratko-Nosek Funeral Home in North Riverside, followed by interment at Fairview Memorial Park in Northlake.

Memorial donations are appreciated to the American Diabetes Association.