William “Will” G. Heidrich, 17, of Lake in the Hills, died peacefully, March 25, 2022, with his loved ones by his side.
Will was born August 30, 2004, the son of James and Michelle (Papp) Heidrich. He currently was a junior at Crystal Lake South High School. Will had a heart bigger than anyone. Even during his illness, he was always thinking of others. He was creative, smart and compassionate. He had a passion for Star Wars, Harry Potter, Lego, and especially Batman. He loved to create things, write, sculpt, paint and share his creations on his YouTube channel. Will was a loving, son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He was our superhero, and we know he is soaring high with the angels and taking care of us right now.
He is survived by his parents, Jim and Michelle and his brother, Ethan, by his grandparents, Matt and Eva Heidrich, Gyula and Joanne Papp and his aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is also survived by his beloved dog, Faith.
Visitation will be on Saturday, April 2, 2022, from 1-5pm with a service at 3pm, all at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to www.calsangels.org The family asks that, if possible, please wear something red to the visitation in honor of Will as that was his favorite color.
For further information contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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There are no words to express my sympathy for you, Jim, Michelle and Ethan. Will was a very special person who brought so much good to this world in the too short time he had here. His life will have a lasting impact on so many.
May The Lord bring you comfort in your sweet loving memories together and through the love of your family and friends surrounding you during this hard time. Sending my love and prayers to you Michelle and family
I'm so sorry, Michelle and family, for your significant loss. He was a gift from God and I know you must have cherished all your time with him. I'm very sad for you and pray you all that you will be comforted in God's loving arms while He is holding Will, as well.
Your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers. Will is gone, but never forgotten. His sweet loving memories will live on in your hearts. May God bless you and hold you in His arms to comfort you.
#Will power-- "I fought the good fight; I have won the race." Take heart through your grief. He is at peace and with his great grand parents who love him and will take care of him until you meet again. Too soon but he left you with memories and words to cherish. He did so much beyond his years. What a gift. God bless Will and God bless you all at this time and always.
Jim, Michelle, & Ethan your Will was stronger than anyone should have to be at such a young age. Your angel will be with you each day, as you continue your journey until you meet again. God bless each of you during this time. We pray for strength and peace. Peace be with you.♥️
Will's bright light shines on! His love for his family and community have been an inspiration to many! Michelle, Jim, and Ethan may God provide you comfort during this difficult time.
Dear Michelle, Jim, and Ethan, I am sending this message to y'all with a heavy heart. Your loss of your beautiful son that's got to be the hardest thing you've ever gone through. I pray that God will uphold you with his strong arms and lift you up with his loving arms. May the peace that God brings will fill your lives and give you comfort and Hope in the coming days and yeats. May Godbless each one of you and so you can find joy in life again. My prayers and thoughts are with you continually. With love, suss
We learned about Will from our friends Matt and Eva. We are deeply saddened. And we want to extend our deepest sympathy to you at this very difficult time.
Matt and Eva, my deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow go out to you both and your entire family. May the precious memories you hold close in your heart bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
My sincerest condolences to your entire family. I feel extremely fortunate to have had the privilege to meet Will when Ethan played his percussion solo in February. What an absolutely special young man and I can tell you that anyone who had the chance to know him was lucky. Your family is in my thoughts.