Allan John Friestad, 71, of Rockford died on August 13, 2024. Born September 14, 1952 in Chicago; son of Robert and Hilda (Griffith) Friestad. Graduate of Lakeview High School, class of 1970. He obtained his Bachelor of Science from Loyola University. United in marriage to Susan Boka Friestad on September 12, 1976. Allan worked as a Telecommunications Director for Illinois Bell, Ameritech, SBC and AT&T. He later obtained his Real Estate Broker's License and was employed by Coldwell Banker in Northbrook and the Rockford region. Allan was a member of the Real Estate Board and the LLL Social Club. Allan was a devoted husband, loving father and amazing Pop to his beloved granddaughter. Known as "Big Al" and "Uncle Al the Kids' Pal", he always enjoyed having a good time, hosting BBQs and other gatherings in the summer at his home. In his downtime, you could find him watching the Price is Right, Judge Judy, Chicago Cubs and Bears. Allan was a huge Cubs fan.
Survived by wife; Susan; daughter, Sarah (Ryan) Duda; granddaughter, Ruby Duda; sister, Maureen Friestad; sisters-in-law, Karen Boka; Mary Burton, Kathy (Lane) Addison; brother-in-law, Joe, (Nora) Boka; Preceded in death by parents; brothers-in-law, Tom Burton, Gene Boka, Johnny Boka; special friends, Jose Romeo Romero and Ken Hager. Memorial visitation on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 from 10 am to 11 am, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11 am at Grace Funeral & Cremation Services; 4301 N. Main St. Rockford. Allan's family would be grateful for donations to the American Diabetes Association in lieu of flowers. https://www.diabetes.org Share a memory or condolence at www.graceFH.com .