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Keith Ambrose Obituary

Ambrose, Keith Joseph age 29, cherished son of Craig and Nancy, loving brother of Craig Jr., Michael, Kim Ambrose and Michelle (Adam) Bafia, devoted grandson of Bernard and Shirley Des Chatelets and Marcella Ambrose, dear uncle of Jacob and Bianca. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m., at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W), Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday, 10:30 a.m. service at the funeral home. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 22, 2006.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Keith will be deeply missed.

The Bennett Family

November 27, 2006

I am so sorry to hear about Keith. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Dawn (Marren)& John O'Brien

dawn obrien

November 27, 2006

JULIE LEVEILLE (HEITZ)

November 27, 2006

Craig Ambrose And Family
I was sorry to here about your son Keith. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill Waddick

November 26, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

Gina Youngren (Palhegyi)

November 25, 2006

Dear Mike and the Ambrose family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences during this terribly difficult time, but know that my thoughts and especially prayers are with you.

Brian Andersen

November 25, 2006

Dear Ambrose Family and Friends,

Please know that kind thoughts will sent your way in your time of sorrow. Keith will be missed.

Dana Toscano

November 24, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear of Keiths passing, He will be missed dearly. Your family will be in my prayers always.

Christine Olszewski(Moran)

November 24, 2006

Dearest Ambrose Family,
We are deeply saddened by the pain of losing your Keith. He was a good-hearted person with so much to say. His laughter will be so very missed. Please know that we love you all and are always here for you. Love Jim, Anna, Corey & Kassie

Anna Sansone

November 24, 2006

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November 23, 2006

To the Ambrose Family,
Any word cannot describe how much this hurts to write this, Keith has been one of my most dearest Friends, we have had so many memories that will never be forgotten. I am truly at a lost for words...your family has always made me feel like i was apart and Keith was as close to a brother as i could of had. My prayers will alwasy include Keith and the rest of the family.
Love Michael

Michael Cizek

November 23, 2006

Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during your time of sadness.

John, Deanna & Jayden Gabrys

November 23, 2006

Dear Ambrose family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Sincerely,

Laura Brickey (Van Byssum)

November 23, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.

Scott Van Byssum

November 23, 2006

Ambrose family.. I'm so sorry to hear about Keith's passing. I will keep you in my prayers this holiday season. God Bless you.

Staci Byrne-Sverker

November 23, 2006

And if i go,while you'r still here....

Know that i still live on,
Vibrating to a different measure
behind a thin veil you cannot see through.

You will not see me
so you must have faith.

I wait the time when we can soar together again,both aware of each other.

Until then, live your life to the fullest.
And when you need me,
just wisper my name in your heart,
............and i will be there.

Craig, Nancy,Craig jr., Kim, Michelle, Mike, Jake,And Bianca,
Blessings to you all and if you need anything at all i am always here.
My Keithypoo will be greatly missed by myself and all who knew him.

christina schadt

November 23, 2006

Ambrose family-

Words can not describe the tragedy surrounding the loss of Keith. My heart breaks seeing Mike and all of you in such pain, but it joys me to witness the quick moments when a memory of Keith makes you laugh or smile. Last week Keith was just Mike's brother who talked so much during our conversations that I couldn't get in more than a few words, but over the last few days Keith has become much more to me through your stories and fond memories. I know that the holidays will be difficult, but because Keith loved this time of year, I hope that his spirit will pull you through and bring forth all of your cherished memories.
You are such a loving and caring family and I believe that Keith left knowing that you all loved him. He will be missed and surely never forgotten.

Terra Frederick

November 23, 2006

Mike and family, words can not express our deepest sympathy for you at this time. Your loss can never be replaced, but keith will live forever in your memories and in your hearts.
Daniel and Meghann Getts

daniel getts

November 23, 2006

To The Ambrose Family,
May the memory of Keith live forever. Our prayers are with you.

Nick & Gina (Gebbia) DeVivo

November 23, 2006

To The Ambrose Family,
May the memory of Keith live forever. Our prayers are with you.

Nick & Gina DeVivo

November 23, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

The Zayed Family (Sam, Deanna (Gabrys), Maddie & Kaleb)

November 22, 2006

Dear Ambrose Family, We are deeply saddened by your loss. We will miss Keith and keep him in our prayers always.

The Gabrys Family

November 22, 2006

To Mike and the Ambrose family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Keith. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Melissa Slade

November 22, 2006

Dear Ambrose Family, The loss of Keith is difficult to bear. We share your grief.He was very special to our family and will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Murphy's

November 22, 2006

I'm so saddened to hear about your loss. I would like to offer my deepest condolences and prayers.

Ryan Spellman

November 22, 2006

To Mike and the Ambrose Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies and may you find comfort in the memories of the good times you had together.

Danielle Turley

November 22, 2006

We are very sorry to hear of your loss and offer our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

D.J., Frank, and Sandy (Ham) Guldan

November 22, 2006

I CAN'T EXPRESS HOW SORRY I AM TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS, YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS, LET EVERY MEMORY OF KEITH SHINE AT THIS TIME.

ANGEL RIGGIO

Angel Riggio

November 22, 2006

Please accept out deepest sympathy during this hard time. Our prayers are with you and you're family. Please know that you are not alone in you're grief. call us.

Jim & Carole Ross

November 22, 2006

Dear Ambrose Family, Our hearts have been broken with sadness at the loss of Keith. We love and care for you all very much, and will always, always be here for you. There is nothing that can take this pain away, or make it stop hurting - but you are all in my constant prayers for your comfort, strength and eventual peace.

Jackie, Timmy and Tim Bergel

November 22, 2006

My deepest sympathies to Keith's family and friends at this very difficult time.

Shannon Mahoney (Murphy)

November 22, 2006

No words can express how deeply saddened we are to hear of your loss. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May your great memories of Keith bring you comfort.

Eng/Richardson Family; Tom, Gina, Jessica, Kristen and Allison

November 22, 2006

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time and please except our deepest sympathy.To lose someone so close is very difficult.May the joy and memories of Keith bring you comfort for he will live in your hearts forever.You are all in our hearts and may you feel the love we send to all of you.

The Frederick Family

November 22, 2006

At this sad time, please accept our condolence on the loss of Keith. No words can provide more comfort than the loving promise at (John 5: 28, 29)

Jeff & Rebecca

November 22, 2006

Mike,

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother Keith. I remember him in high school as a quiet guy and into sports. I will be thinking of your entire family and keeping all of you in my prayers.

Kristen (Gajda) Evenhouse
Class of '93

Kristen Evenhouse

November 22, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

David Gaidas and Family

November 22, 2006

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