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Edward Gilreath Obituary
Gilreath, Edward M. beloved husband of Kathleen "Kitty" Gilreath (nee Foley), loving father of Matt and Colin Gilreath, devoted son of Stella and the late Bernard Gilreath, dear brother of Margie Marini, Jack Gilreath and Debby (Tony) Schaudek, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Ed was an Aide to the Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, General Andrew Goodpastor during the Vietnam War. Visitation Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., from Adams-Winterfield and Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St. (1 blk. South of Ogden Ave.), Downers Grove, to St. Mary of Gostyn Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. 630-968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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DON & CINDY KUSPER
April 11, 2006
KITTY,MATT, AND COLIN, WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR SYMPATHY. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
Nebbi and Jack Braun-Muszynski
April 11, 2006
Dear Kitty, Matt and Colin,
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved husband and father. We will always remember Ed for his wonderful sense of humor and devotion to his family. May God grant you peace at this very difficult time.
Brian Bochenek
April 11, 2006
Kitty, Aunt Stell, cousins, and family:
Hearing about Ed's passing was a shock and a reminder that each moment we have in person, and in memory, is very precious. May each memory be filled with the strength and happiness Ed shared in life.
Love,
Cousin Brian
steve hayward
April 11, 2006
Dear Kitty and Colin,from every one at Strikes,we want to express our deepest sorrow's to you and your family,and we will keep your family in our prayer's
Mike Rubeck
April 11, 2006
Mr. Gilreath
I've known you and your family for a long time now, and I know how good of a father you were to Matt and Colin. You were a wonderful person who we will all deeply miss. God Bless
The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan
April 11, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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