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Chris Ongstad Obituary

Ongstad, Rev. Chris D. Age 64; beloved husband of Joyce K. (nee Erickson); loving father of Sarah (William) Byrnes, Chad (Tracie) and Jonathan (Stacie) Ongstad; cherished grandfather of Alex, Andrew, Sam, Jack, Ella and Luke; devoted son of Duane and the late Mary Ongstad; fond brother of Lynne and Thomas (Barbara) Ongstad; also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Pastor of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Alsip, IL since 1989. Aside from spending time with family and friends, Chris also enjoyed bicycling and the great outdoors while traveling with his adoring wife, Joyce. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Chris's name to Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lutheran World Relief or Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO. Visitation Monday, April 2, 2018, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 4041 W. 120th St., Alsip, IL. Lying in State April 3rd at 9:00 a.m., followed by Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m., Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Interment at Mt. Vernon Estates, Lemont, IL (708) 499-3223 or www.kosaryfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 30, 2018.

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Gail Peterson

April 13, 2018

Dear Joyce and Family. I was so sorry to hear of your loss (and Heaven's gain). I pray the Lord offers you many comforting memories and helps you to heal. He was such an impressive shepherd, not only for his members but for those who were blessed to serve along him. My sincere condolences!

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March 31, 2018

So sorry for your loss. HE was a true shepherd and touched many,many lives.
He had a great impact in my life.
You and your family are in my prayers.

TB

March 31, 2018

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband and father. May your fond memories and the peace that God gives comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Phillipians 4:6,7,13

March 31, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family, for the loss you must be feeling for your beloved one. How tragicto lose someone so loved and dear to you. May your family find comfort in prayer and in one another. Jeremiah 29:12,13.

March 30, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. May God's promise comfort and sustain you through this difficult time. John 6:40.

March 30, 2018

May the peace of God give you comfort and peace at this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

Fred G Rich

March 30, 2018

Dear Joyce we are so sorry to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Philippians 4:6,7

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Memorial Events
for Chris Ongstad

Apr

2

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

4041 W. 120th St, Alsip, IL

Apr

3

Lying in State

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

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

4041 W. 120th St, Alsip, IL

Apr

3

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

4041 W. 120th St, Alsip, IL

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Kosary Funeral Home

9837 South Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

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