Robert Fryc funeral: Glenview police officer killed in Barrington crash to be buried in Palatine after Arlington Heights service
Share and Follow

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (WLS) — Loved ones are saying goodbye to Glenview Police Officer Robert Fryc at his funeral on Friday.

Fryc was killed in a Barrington crash while driving into work early Sunday morning.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

His funeral began at 10 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church in Arlington Heights.

Law enforcement from across the area have been showing their respect for the grieving family and police department.

Fryc’s loved ones, along with Glenview police officers and firefighters, gathered outside in the frigid weather as the fallen officer’s American flag-draped casket was carefully walked into the church.

Blue ribbons are wrapped around nearby trees, and the American flag is lowered to half-staff as a show of respect.

Fryc had served with the Glenview Police Department since 2007.

A visitation was held Thursday for the 43-year-old at Glueckert Funeral Home in Arlington Heights.

There, ABC7 spoke with one of his fellow officers who went to the academy with Fryc. He said Fryc was the kind of guy you could always depend on.

“If you needed somebody who had knowledge, breadth of experience, and understanding, if he’s coming with you as a backing officer, you were always like, OK, this is going to be good,” said Glenview Police Officer Gene Harlow.

Glenview Police Chief William Fitzpatrick released a statement after Fryc’s death, writing, in part, “Officer Fryc was more than just a colleague. He was a part of our family and a part of our community. Our hearts are broken by his passing.”

A 23-year-old man was charged with reckless homicide in the crash that killed Fryc and will remain in custody.

After the funeral, a procession will leave from Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church to a Palatine cemetery, where Fryc will be laid to rest.

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Seattle rings in 2026 with huge BRAWL as thick fog obscured fireworks

Massive Brawl Eclipses Seattle’s Foggy 2026 New Year Fireworks Celebration

As Seattle ushered in the new year, a significant altercation erupted, overshadowing…
Rubio on the rise as he wages Godfather diplomacy for peace in Ukraine

Marco Rubio Takes Charge: Leading Diplomatic Efforts for Ukraine Peace

In a recent survey by the Daily Mail, conducted in late December,…
Former pupil at British school is among the missing in ski bar fire

British School Alum Reported Missing in Ski Bar Blaze

A tragic incident has left a former student of a British school…
Eric Adams issues brutal response to Andy Cohen after epic rant

Eric Adams Delivers Stern Reply to Andy Cohen Following Passionate Commentary

Eric Adams has implied that Andy Cohen might need help with alcohol…
Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes

Millions of Americans Face Rising Insurance Costs as Health Subsidies End in 2026

As the clock struck midnight, enhanced tax credits that had significantly lowered…
Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: You won't believe what TikTok was selling

Fox News Uncovers Antisemitism: Surprising TikTok Sales Revealed in Newsletter

Fox News’ “Antisemitism Exposed” newsletter is dedicated to shedding light on the…
Austin, Chicago fire today: 4 kids among 6 hurt in apartment fire in 5600-block of West Adams Street, Chicago Fire Department says

Tragic Austin Apartment Blaze: 4 Children Among 6 Injured in West Adams Street Fire – Chicago Fire Department Reports

In Chicago, a fire erupted in a West Side apartment early Thursday…
Trump tears into 'average guy' George Clooney who 'complained, constantly, about common sense in politics'

Trump Slams ‘Average Guy’ George Clooney Over Political Rants: A Clash of Celebrity and Common Sense

Former President Donald Trump took aim at George Clooney, labeling him as…