William "Bill" Charles Friesner, 88, of Crosby, Minnesota, Formerly of Vandalia, IL, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025, in Crosby, MN.

A private graveside service for the family will be held at Prairie Cemetery, Rural Ramsey, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to Prairie Cemetery. Miller Funeral Home, Vandalia, IL, is in charge of arrangements. Online memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.millerfh.net.

He was born November 9, 1936, in Decatur, IL, the son of Henry Ward & Catherine Arlene (Britton) Friesner. He married Janet Marie Hoffman on October 14, 1955. She passed away on September 13, 2024. He worked was an Electrical Engineer and was a member of Bethel Baptist church before moving to Minnesota.

He is survived by: Son - Darryl Friesner & Kathy Schneider, Fifty Lakes, MN; Grandchildren - Joshua Friesner & Shawna, Jonathan Friesner & Kate, Wesley Friesner & Judith, Nathan Friesner & Melissa, and Abbie Golab & Steven; Great Grandchildren - Preston, Carter, Autumn, Reggie, Summer, Mariya, Micah, Natalie, Tucker, Thea, Nora, Graham, and Asher.

Preceded in death by: Parents; Wife; Daughter and Son-In-Law - Diana Lynn Corkoran & Harold; Sister - Barb Brohard.