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Bruno DeMaertelaere Obituary

DeMaertelaere, Bruno I. LTC USAR (Ret.), loving father of Julie, Guy (Rosa), Lisa (Steven) Nosal, Philip and Kevin, dear grandfather of Melissa, Steven and Leah Nosal and Sophia and Audrey DeMaertelaere, fond brother of Eugene (Mina), Paul, Louise (Jerome) Hanley, Raymond (JoAn), Sally (Anthony) Minorini and Marcella (Robert) Halloran, also many nieces and nephews. Former husband and friend of Cynthia DeMaertelaere. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Nelson Funeral Home, 5149 N. Ashland, at Foster. Funeral Mass Saturday, 8:30 a.m., from the funeral home to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 4640 N. Ashland Ave., for 9 a.m. Mass. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Memorials to Peace and Justice Committee, 4640 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL, 60640, would be appreciated. Funeral info: 773-561-5147

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
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Jerry Croke

July 20, 2022

My thoughts and prayers for Bruno and his family continue. May the Lord bless and keep you all.

Karmen & Enrique Ramirez

July 30, 2007

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.

Enrique Ramirez

July 30, 2007

Guy,

I apologize for not hearing of this sooner. Your father was a person who was pure of heart that always meant well. He was passionate about many things in life. I will always remember sitting with him listening to a classical concert he had recorded on a mini-recorder.

My family and I offer our condolences to you and your entire family. May you always treasure your memories of your loving Father.

With much love and respect,
Enrique G. Ramirez and Family
of Tomball, TX

Tawanna Calvin

July 30, 2007

Guy, my prayers are with you and your family

Paul Clausen

July 29, 2007

Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Bruno was a very special person. It is impossible to share a house with a person for six years and not carry away many fine and fond memories. He will be truly missed.

Paul and Ruth Clausen

Jerome Croke

July 28, 2007

My condolences to the DeMaertelaere family.Bruno and I were in ROTC at Loyola and were commissioned together in 1956.Several years ago we met up again in Washington D. C. during the U. S. Supreme Court admissions of one of his sons and I beleive his brother. It was great meeting up with my old pal who after 50 yearsappeared to be his old dynamic self. From reading these many tributes it's clear Bruno was loved and respected by his many friends and military associates and will be missed.
God bless.
Jerry Croke

Gloria Fields

July 28, 2007

Bruno will be missed as a dedicated board director and fellow unit owner at Granville Tower Condominium Association. My husband Jesse and I would like for you to know you are in our prayers.

Michael Greco

July 27, 2007

Dear Julie and Family:

You and your Father are in our thoughts and prayers. Our sincerest condolences to you.

Fond regards,
Michael Greco, Susan Greco

Martin J. O'Grady

July 27, 2007

Bruno and I were brother officers in the 308th CA GP in the 1970's. He was a dedicated and loyal officer and friend. He will be missed by his military associates. May God grant special blessings to his family at this time, especially his children whom he spoke about and loved very much.

Martin J. O'Grady

George Becker

July 27, 2007

I served for a number of years with Bruno in the 308th Civil Affairs Group (now Brigade) and thereafter with him in local chapters of the Reserve Officers Association and the Military Order of World Wars. He was always active in his membership and tenacious in performing his duties. He was a unique individual and will reside in my prayers.

Scott & Ana Helms

July 27, 2007

Dear Guy and Family,

We have so few but very happy memories of your father...his glasses, his violin, and his knowledge of any and all subjects.

With deepest condolences,

Blanche & Jack Freund

July 27, 2007

Dear Guy & Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that memories of your father will always have a special place in your heart. May God bless you and be near you in this difficult time.
Your's in Christ,

David Barr

July 27, 2007

To my cousins at this sad time.
It was something of a shock to learn of Bruno's death. My prayers are with all of you.

:-(

_
D

July 27, 2007

Dear Lisa and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our sincerest condolences during this difficult time.

Love,

Jon, Mary, Jonathan, & Tiffany Simenson

Kathleen Kappel

July 26, 2007

LTC DeMaertelaere, Bruno, you will surely be missed as a fellow soldier and ROA member. Marc and I will always remember your generosity, as well as, your efforts as Chairman for the Homeland Security Committee. You are at peace now, not an end, but a new beginning. V/R MAJ Kappel

Karen Sheedy

July 26, 2007

Dear Lisa and Family,
We are truely sorry for the loss of your father. With time may your sorrow turn into only lovly memories you shared together. Know you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love Mark, Karen, Kristina and Paul

Ron & Mary Ann Stammer

July 26, 2007

Guy,
Having lost our fathers we know what you and your family are going through. You can take comfort that he served his counrty well and was a good husband and father.

Our best to you at this time.

Terrence Benshoof

July 26, 2007

Our condolences and sympathy to the family of our fellow Soldier. His fervor in representing the need for our nation's security will never be forgotten.

Michael Peck

July 26, 2007

You will be missed as a friend and as an advocate. Your passion as Chairman of the ROA Homeland Security Committee was needed and you delivered. You were one of God's true soldiers. God Bless.

Michael Peck

July 26, 2007

You will be missed as a friend and as an advocate. Your passion as Chairman of the ROA Homeland Security Committee was needed and you responded. You will be remembered as one of God's true. soldiers. God Bless.

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