Torres, Edward B. of LaGrange Park and Land-O-Lakes, WI, WWII Army Veteran, 36th Division. Recipient of Silver Star, Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Beloved husband of the late Mary, (nee Gaw), loving father of Judy (James) Hall, Kathy (Dan) Dubach, Tom (Pat) Torres and Carole (Mike) Wiet, grandfather of Michael, Andrew and David Dubach, Heather (Ross) Anderson and Skyler and Landon Wiet. Visitation Wednesday, 3 p.m. until time of funeral service, 7 p.m., at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th Street, Downers Grove. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hinsdale Animal Shelter or any Veteran's organization appreciated. Funeral info: 630-964-6500. 
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The Day WWII Ended
April 24, 2009
Janet Yule
April 14, 2009
Dear Carole:
I was very sorry to read about your father today in the paper. You were very lucky to have had him for so long and to see your sons grow up. I think about you and your family. Your dad is with your mom now were he belongs. Once again sorry for your loss. [email protected]
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