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Joseph Ahlbach Obituary

Ahlbach Sr., Joseph J. Age 86, Veteran Army, Korean Conflict. Beloved husband of the late Margaret J. (nee Feulner); loving father of Paul (Louise), John (Julie), Mary Jo (Jim) Kubica, Geraldine (Michael Vander Veen) and Joseph J., Jr. (Catherine); cherished grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather of 3; fond brother of Agnes (the late Robert) Gibson, the late Margaret (the late Frank) O'Leary, Mary (the late Ed) Schroeder, Richard (the late Rose), Elizabeth (the late Herman) Neumann, Frances (the late Richard) McCurrie and Florence (the late Thomas) Feeley; dear friend of Marge Prochaska. Former longtime parishioner and commentator at St. Augustine Church, former Cubmaster of Pack #3480 for over 30 years, District Commissioner of Stockyard District Scouting, Vigil member of Order of the Arrow, Wood Badge Chicago, Recipient of Silver Beaver Award, and active in St. Augustine Lancer family. Member of International Union of Elevator Constructors Local #2 and Clearing American Legion Post #600. Prayer Service Friday, June 14th 9:15 a.m. from Parkside Chapels & Cremation Services, 5948 Archer Ave (2 blks west of Central Ave at Major), Chicago to St. Jane de Chantal Church Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Visitation Thursday 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Friday 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to American Lung Association of Illinois, 55 W. Wacker Dr. #800, Chicago, IL 60601, American Heart Association www.americanheart.org, 208 S LaSalle St. Ste. 1500, Chicago, IL or Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 651 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL Info. 773-767-9788. Arrangements by Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, Inc. Online tributes www.parksidechapels.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 13, 2013.
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Geri I'm so sorry I wasn't able to be at Uncle Joe's wake and funeral..I tried to find his obit and was unable to find it until this morning..i'm so sorry..Uncle Joe was he highlight of everyone's day and his sense of humor was endless..I loved him so much and he was in my thoughts and prayers often..God bless you and your family and my Uncle Joe wrap his arms around you now and always..

Luanne Howicz Bickel

June 15, 2013

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

June 14, 2013

We are so sorry to hear the loss of Uncle Joe. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. The James Family

June 14, 2013

Gerri & family, Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Keeping you in our prayers.
Chuck &. Rita Burnam

Rita & Chuck Burnam

June 14, 2013

Take comfort in reading Ecclesiastes 9:5 regarding the loss of your loved one.

June 14, 2013

To the family of Mr. Ahlbach Sr. I would like to express my sincere condolences and prayer's. The Death of a loved one is very difficult relying on God's word will give you comfort, and strength during this difficult time- Psalms 91:12

Rosalinda G

June 13, 2013

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Jun

13

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Parkside Chapels & Cremation Service, Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, In

5948 Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638

Jun

14

Visitation

8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Parkside Chapels & Cremation Service, Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, In

5948 Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638

Jun

14

Prayer Service

9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Parkside Chapels & Cremation Service, Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, In

5948 Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638

Jun

14

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Jane de Chantal Church

IL

Funeral services provided by:

Parkside Chapels & Cremation Service, Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, In

5948 Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638

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