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Ewald Kriese Obituary

Kriese, Ewald age 85, beloved husband of the late Hedwig nee Zacharis, loving father of Berthold (Jean), Ruth (Arnold) Rodgers, Walter (Agnes) and Harold (Gina), dear grandfather of Lisa, Christine, Ericka, Kenneth, Ricky, Jeremy and Samuel, great-grandfather of Zachary. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Lawrence Funeral Home, 4800 N. Austin, Chicago. Lying-in-state Thursday, at St. John Lutheran Church, 4939 W. Montrose, 9 a.m. until time of service 10 a.m. Interment St. Luke Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Rainbow Hospice, would be appreciated. 773-736-2300

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 15, 2006.

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Ericka Berti

February 15, 2006

We have so many great memories. I am so thankful that Opa was able to know my son for his first three years of his life. Opa is now at peace and can be with Oma again. We will miss you and we love you!

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