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Gilbert DeBouver Obituary

Age 88. Veteran, U.S. Army, World War II and Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Marge (nee Leitner); dear father of Vicki (Keith) Fichter and Steven (Kelly) DeBouver; loving grandfather of Christopher and Bradley (Jessica) Fichter, Emily, Audrey, Larson, Decnie (Jeremy), James David (Jennifer), Tim and Natalie; cherished great-grandfather of Carter Fichter, Nina DeBouver, and the late Asher and Olivia DeBouver. Visitation and Interment private. In lieu of flowers, a random act of kindness to someone would be appreciated. Info: 847-673-6111 or www.habenfuneral.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 17, 2017.

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John and Cheryl Stroka

January 26, 2017

So very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ryan

January 17, 2017

So sorry for your loss. During this difficult time, may you find comfort from the "God of all comfort." (2 Cor. 1:3) My sincere condolences go out to the family.

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