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Fred Hanschke Obituary

Hanschke, Fred E. 85, formerly of Elmwood Park, Beloved husband of Alice nee Walejeski; devoted father of Michael (Jennifer), Carol (Dave) Craig and Patricia (Steve) Sobieszek; loving grandfather of Jeremy (Katie), Jennifer (Steve), Paul (Sara), Jackie (Aaron), Kevin, Jeffrey (Jessica), Jamie, Amanda, Wesley, David, Greg, Erik and Brett; cherished great grandfather of Brenden, Ethan, Lucas, Gracie, Claudia and Emma; dear uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 3-9pm at The Montclair-Lucania Funeral Home 6901 W. Belmont Avenue Chicago where prayers will be said 10:30am Thursday to St. Celestine Church for a 11:30am mass. Entombment St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to DeKalb County Hospice 2727 Sycamore Rd Ste. 1B DeKalb, IL 60115 appreciated. For funeral information www.montclair-lucaniafuneral.com or 773-622-9300

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 16, 2012.

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Paul Hanschke

January 19, 2012

I will always remember the times when Kevin and I had to fight over who was going to sit on Grandpa's lap while he mowed the lawn. He was always good about splitting the time evenly. We loved him with all our hearts and he will be truly missed. I hope to see everyone soon because I love you all and I miss everyone. Family is what we have for all our lives and when times are rough it brings us closer, I hope to be spending more time with everyone soon. I love you all and godbless us because our family has alot of heart and it shows.

Nancy Strempek

January 19, 2012

Our sympathy is extened to the entire family for the loss of Uncle Fred. He will be missed, however, forever in our hearts.

Nancy, Ed, Doug and Dennis Strempek

Jaquelyn Lindstrand

January 17, 2012

Just remembered the time Jeremy had a party for new years eve at the Bloomingdales house! After one of the parties we arrived back at the house and you immediately started making coffee and having the kids drink it! Too funny!! Always new how to make me laugh!

January 17, 2012

So sorry to the Craig and Hanschke families. I will be thinking of you all during this difficult time. Remember all the fun times you had together and before you know it you'll be laughing at all the wonderful memories. Nancy Lindstrand

Jacquelyn Lindstrand

January 17, 2012

You will always and forever be my BUTTHEAD! I remember all the days in Bloomingdales folding socks in the family room while you watched golf! I remember you always trying to encourage me to be a swimmer! Even though I never became a swimmer I always enjoyed you encouraging me to do so in the pool during the summer! Love you grandpa, you'll never be forgotten!

Mark and Colleen Corey

January 17, 2012

Patti and Family,
Please know that we are thinking and praying for all of you during this difficult time. Remember all of the good times with your father/grandfather, and they will bring you great comfort.
Mark and Colleen Corey

January 16, 2012

There are two things that you taught me that I will never forget: When you leave a room turn the light off! When you are on a difficult place on the golf course always play it safe and punch it back into the fairway. I am thankful for all the help you gave me through my tough times and were there for all the good ones. The first time I brought Katie to meet the family the two of you hit it off from the start. The two of you had a great relationship. Even though you were not feeling goood you always smiled at Ethan and Claudia when they smiled at you. When I was growing up you were like a shot of rumplemintz, As I got older and you got older you melloed like A fine wine. I enjoyed all the beers we tried together , You were my first drinking buddy and I will cherrish all of of those times. I promise to do my best to pass your stories and everything you taught me to Ethan and Claudia and their kids. We love you and miss you and will never forget you. Jeremy, Katie, Ethan and Claudia.

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