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Irwin Armbruster Obituary
Armbruster, Irwin C. age 76, of Orland Park, IL, and Venice, FL, beloved husband of Barbara Joan (nee McElheney), wonderful and aspiring dad to Barry (Aileen) and Laura (Michael) Szczesniewski, loving grandfather of Daniel, Kenneth, Valerie and Eric, fond brother of Peter, William, Cornelia and the late Carl, loved son-in-law of Annie McElheney, uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of Evergreen Park Lodge 1171 A.F & A.M., Medinah and Sahib Shriners. Irv "Amtrak the Clown" had a passion for circuses and clowning and was active in Niarome and the Metro Clown Guild Organization. He leaves many clown friends known over the years while entertaining his audiences. Service 11 a.m. Thursday at the Zimmerman & Sandeman Orland Funeral Home, 9900 W. 143rd St. Interment private. Visitation Wednesday, from 3 to 9 p.m. with Masonic services at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a hospice of your choice. Info., 708-460-7500.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Irwin Armbruster
5 Entries
Laura Szczesniewki
April 1, 2004
My Dear Father,
You were my inspiration, and my life. I will miss you so much. You taught me to enjoy life, and I do thank you for life's lessons. You should be proud of the legacy you have left behind. I love you!
Laura
Mary and Ted Bush
March 31, 2004
We have so many great memories of Irv as a wonderful cousin and friend. We especially remember when Irv did the children's sermon for Ted as "Amtrak the Clown" and thrilled the kids as well as the adults.
Our prayers are with Joan and all of his family.
With love,
Mary and Ted
Jim & Linda Bailey
March 30, 2004
We have been neighbors of Irv in Venice for eight years and did not meet him until last November - recognizing him before then from his license plate, CLOWN, and having his wigs out drying by his garage. Irv was and is well liked in our cul-du-sac and his smile and immage will be long remembered. He is leaving a legacy for his family that most dream of for themselves.
Our prayers are said for his wife and family.
The Baileys
Mary Ann and Mel Jiganti
March 30, 2004
So many fond memories of so long ago. Irv was always so helpful, a wonderful neighbor on Buell Ct. Our sincere condolences.
Mel and Mary Ann
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AMTRAK, Thanks For The Laughs! 7/11/27 - 3/28/04
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