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Lawrence Van Mersbergen Obituary

Van Mersbergen, Lawrence K. Age 73, of Morton Grove, formerly of Skokie. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen, (nee Kivi); Dear father of Larry (Jamie), Brian (Ursula), and Kenneth (Andrea); Loving grandfather of Caitlyn, Matthew, Hunter and Landon; Fond brother of William Van Mersbergen. Visitation Wednesday, October 3, from 3 to 9 p.m., at HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory, 8057 Niles Center Rd., Skokie. Funeral Service Thursday, October 4, at 11 a.m., at the funeral home. Interment St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Skokie. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Les Turner ALS Foundation, 5550 W. Touhy Ave., Suite 302, Skokie, IL, 60077. Funeral info: 847.673.6111 or www.habenfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 2, 2012.

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Dad at his 50 year high school reunion

Brian Van Mersbergen

October 30, 2012

Nicki Moad

October 5, 2012

I'll never forget when we started connecting on FB and my mom was asking if it was your dad. And then she starts telling me how her and your dad met- as babies in the playpen while their parents played cards. It was so nice that that my mom could reconnect with your dad and "catch up." I know how hard it is to lose your dad but I hope you are able to hang on to all of the memories he has created with you. Time will heal your hurt and he will never be forgotten. May God bless you and your family with strength, love and peace knowing that your father is in God's loving arms becoming an angel for others.
With much love and prayers,
Nicki and family

Judy Lewis & Spike Speicher

October 5, 2012

NTHS '57 has sadly lost one of our own. Larry was a wonderful guy, with a terrific sense of humor. Hopefully, fond memories will help at this difficult time.

JoAnn Maske

October 4, 2012

On behalf of his many Bethany friends, my sympathy.
He was a cherished part of those college memories.
His recent emails indicated he was looking forward to being with your mom once more. We will meet again, in Jesus.

Irend Theodore

October 3, 2012

Eternal Peace

Gerri Trout

October 3, 2012

To the Family and Friends of Larry. You have many precious memories. Mine started in 6th grade at Cleveland grad school. And how surprised I was when Larry told me he wore a size 13 shoe! Than onto high school and Central Methodist Church. Many thoughts are with you in your sorrow. With sympathy, Gerri Rudolph Trout

Don Michonski

October 2, 2012

Played basketball at NTHS with Larry....a "STRAIGHT SHOOTER" on and off the court.

Michele Pennington

October 2, 2012

This is a man I grew up with also known as my uncle Larry , he will be truly missed, I know I haven't seen him in years but he is in my heart and I know he is in heaven and joining my aunt Kathy to watch over us

Susie Bailey

October 2, 2012

Prayers to Brian, Ken and Larry and their families. Uncle Larry will be missed.

Larry VanMersbergen

October 2, 2012

Rest in Peace Dad.

Bob & Nancy Grubb

October 2, 2012

Heaven has gained a new, brighter star!

Sandye Dragisic Sievers

October 2, 2012

I went to NTHS with Larry and recently visited him on a trip to Skokie. His 3 sons were the light of his life and he couldn't say enough about them. May God bless you.

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