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Edward Leitelt Obituary

Leitelt, Edward J. age 90, of Flossmoor, beloved husband of Mary Leitelt (nee Delaney), loving father of Mary Ellen (William) Schmelzer, the late Edward, Kathleen, Joanne (Thomas) Meyer, Rita (William) Lew, Andrew (Rosalie Librera) and Paul (Margaret Reintjes), loving grandfather of 20, great-grandfather of 12. Owner and past president of Leitelt Bros. Foundry in Chicago, past chairman of the Chicago Chapter of the Non-Ferrous Founders Society, charter member of the Dixon State School Parents Association, Leo High School graduate of 1934. Funeral service Monday, March 13th, 9:15 a.m., from Ryan Funeral Home, 18022 Dixie Highway, in Homewood, to St Infant Jesus of Prague Church, 1131 Douglas Ave., in Flossmoor. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 8 p.m. For further info., call 708-798-0331

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 12, 2006.

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We will always remeber you Dad, thank you for all of your gifts.

joanne meyer

March 7, 2007

Deepest sympathies to all of the family as the anniversary of dad's death approaches.
Joanne

Dennis Duffner

August 21, 2006

Somehow I missed this and I am totally embarassed. To Mrs. L, Andy, Paul, Mary Ellen, Kathy, Joanne and Rita, my deepest sympathies on Mr.'s passing.



But, as long as he is remembered, he will always live on in your hearts and memories.

Mark Moroney

March 16, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Mary, MaryEllen, Kathy, Joanne, Rita, Andrew and Paul



My prayers are with all of you at this time of the Loss of your Husband and Father.



I remember lots of good times living next door on Dante Avenue.

Joanne Meyer

March 13, 2006

Thanks to the many friends and family who expressed their condolences to us.

Joanne Leitelt Meyer

John Farrell

March 13, 2006

I remember (Great) Uncle Ed as a happy person who made it a point to say hello and ask how things are going.



Praying for only the best to Aunt Mary and the rest of the Leitelt family as they remember all of the good times they shared with Ed during his long and productive life.



God's peace & love to you all.





John Farrell & Family

Jack Owens

March 13, 2006

Our condolences and prayers for your family

Cyril Athans

March 12, 2006

I am Cyril Athans formerly of Chicago and Victory Heights. As I am 72 I remember Ed as that very tall man that married the beautiful Mary Delaney, when I was a little boy. Ed was known for his great sense of humor, which I appreciated ,even as a young boy.

Our prayers are with Mary and all of you at this time

The Staff of Ryan Funeral Home

March 12, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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