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Charles Gruhlke Obituary

Gruhlke, Charles "Dennis" Of Chicago passed away after a long and brave struggle with Huntington's Disease at the age of 58. Beloved husband of Jeanne Marie (nee Carano). Beloved son of the late William and Anna Gruhlke. Dear brother of Ann Cameron and Bill Gruhlke of Florida. Fond brother in law of Roseann Carano. Dennis was a king and giving person and a loving husband, who will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society-Illinois Chapter P.O. Box 8383 Rolling Meadows, Il. 60008 or online at hdsa.org. Visitation Tuesday at Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home 544 W. 31st St. (Chicago) 11am till time of memorial service at 11:30am Interment Private (312)225-8500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 31, 2011.

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Jayne Peters

October 25, 2019

Jeanne Marie think of you so often with warmth and love. Will never forget you beautiful lady.

Mary Lou Kimzey

November 1, 2011

Jeanne Marie, I'm soooo sorry to hear of your loss. May you find strength in knowing that Dennis is no longer suffering and finally at peace and may you find joy in remembering all the good times you shared. You are in my thought and my prayers.

Jayne Peters

October 31, 2011

Jeanne Marie, My deepest sympathy to you, Your difficult journey has come to a peaceful end. There has always been a special door in my heart with your name on it. My prayers and love are with you at this sad time.

Yolanda Cumpian

October 31, 2011

Jeanne, I'm so sorry on your loss, I know that he will be missed. I will keep you in my prayers.

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