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Alexander Luke Obituary

Luke, Alexander William "Bill" August 16, 2017, age 92. Beloved husband of Andrea (nee Hallin) for 61 years; dear father of Kristin (Patrick) O'Connor and Alan Luke; treasured grandfather of Katherine O'Connor; loving brother of Rosemary (James) Hitchner and Francis "Pop" (Mary) Luke; cherished grandparent to Justin Teach, Ryan O'Connor, Lauren O'Connor and Brittany Teach; longtime friend of Lee Whittington; fond uncle, cousin and friend to many. Graduate of DePaul University with a double Master's Degree in Voice and Music Education. Taught music for 39 years in the Homewood Elementary Schools and was Choir Director at St. Paul Community Church for over 35 years. Awarded a year-long sabbatical to study in Europe, including the ORFF Institute in Austria and the University of London. Inducted into the Homewood Hall of Fame in 2014. Served in the Illinois National Guard and was a 39-year resident of Homewood. Memorial visitation Saturday, August 26, 2017 from 2:00-9:00 p.m. at Tews Ryan Funeral Home, 18230 Dixie Hwy., Homewood. Memorial Service will be held Sunday, August 27, 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul Community Church, 18200 S. Dixie Hwy, Homewood. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Alzheimer's Research would be appreciated www.alz.org. For additional information contact (708) 798-5300 or www.tews-ryanfh.com.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 20, 2017.
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What a wonderful teacher he was. Mr. Luke was always enthusiastic about music. My prayers are with his family.

Chuck Schechner

August 21, 2017

So sorry to hear of Mr. Luke's passing. Wonderful music teacher and man. My thoughts go out to his family.

Gail Metcalfe Wegner

August 20, 2017

Dear Andrea we are so saddened to hear of the loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4

David and Althea

August 20, 2017

My condolences to the family. May our heavenly father bring comfort to your grieving heart and grant you peace during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11

August 20, 2017

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