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Norbert Duckstein Obituary

Duckstein, Norbert Edward Age 68, of Park Ridge. Beloved husband of Mary K. (nee Patterson); loving father of Leah Renae (David) Mares, Norbert Edward II and Kendra Lynn (Mark Thomas) Duckstein; dearest brother of the late Lucille Rehak and the late Jane Ellen Donahue. Funeral Tuesday, July 12, 11:00 a.m. at Ryan-Parke Funeral Home 120 S. Northwest Hwy (two blocks S. of Touhy). Interment private. Visitation 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Monday. In lieu of flowers memorials to American Cancer Society/Prostate Cancer appreciated. 847-823-1171.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 11, 2011.

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Leah Mares

July 9, 2020

You sadly left us 9 years ago today, Dad. It still hurts like it did 9 years ago . I miss you everyday, and my heart is forever broken. You will always be my superhero. You were and always will be an amazing Dad and best friend to all of us, and I am forever grateful that you were my Dad. You are loved by so many. I know you are up there with our beautiful family playing golf, playing poker, and making everyone smile and laugh with your antics. That brings a smile to my face. I love you more than words can say, I promise I will make you proud by getting out of this rut Im in and make myself happy. I just miss our talks. You were the only one in our family and most of my friends, who was always supportive of me, had my back, and loved me unconditionally . Just passed Horse Shoe Casino in car on our way to New Buffalo, MI and sent you a million kisses and love..I know youre winning big up there, just like you did down here, Dad... I love you always!

Leah Mares

July 9, 2020

Leah

August 26, 2018

I miss you Daddy D! Always in my heart

Jack Urling

December 28, 2015

I remember when Norbert asked Meadowlark Lemon about his strange name. Meadowlark responded "Norbert Duckstein is asking me about a strange name?"

April 19, 2014

April 19, 2014

April 19, 2014

Leah

April 19, 2014

Thinking of you always Daddy...

Leah Mares

March 24, 2013

You have my heart, Daddy...

Dad and his tags @ Buffalo Airport in May of 2008

Norbert Duckstein

December 29, 2011

Leah Mares

December 26, 2011

Merry Christmas Daddy..we love you and miss you with all our hearts..

Dad...Christmas 2010

Norbert Duckstein

December 26, 2011

Tasha carr

July 23, 2011

I send my condolences to Norbert family. I thank him for all the help and time he spent on my case. He was a very nice person. He will be missed. God bless u all

Duckstein Mares/Thomas Families

July 19, 2011

The Duckstein/ Mares/Thomas Families can not thank you enough for all your kind words and support during this difficult time. Daddy D. touched our hearts, as well as our funny bone...we will never forget the laughs and joy he brought to everyone of us. We love to hear about his antics, so please keep them coming!! Daddy D. is the love our life and will be with us always. Thank-you you once again for all your love and support.

Cassie Pascente

July 19, 2011

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time.

Cassie & Joe Pascente

Larry Miller

July 14, 2011

Dear Mary Kay,

Those of us who knew Ducky cherish our memories--his sense of humour, industry, spirit, and values. His death is sad, but his friendship meant much to me, and all his friends in Pgh. May you find solace in the goodness we all valued. Larry

Larry Miceli

July 13, 2011

Dear Mary Kay,
It has been many years since we wandered through Shadyside and seemed like Ducky, Mike, and Larry Miller and I moved every month for some reason. My deepest sympathy; It feels like part of me is gone.We will keep you and yours in our prayers.

henry szesny

July 13, 2011

Please accept my sincere expression of sympathy at such an untimely death of a dear friend and colleague. I will miss his sense of humor

Carole P Sabol

July 12, 2011

Mary Kay & Family, Sorry to hear of Ducky's passing. You all are in my prayers. Ducky was always 1 of my favorite people from back in the day. I'm still at 412/431-0768 if you are up to talking.
Carole Palm Sabol

Anita Gulassa Rigot

July 12, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I went to St Matthew Grade School and St Michael High School with Ducky. I am glad he was able to be at the 50th Reunion. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patricia Malloy Sorenson

July 12, 2011

My sincere condolences for the loss of your husband and father. Ducky, in our high school years, was a sensitive and yet very outgoing young man. May God help you to bear your loss through these coming days.
Sincerely,

felix granados

July 12, 2011

My Deepest Sympathy to the Duckstien Family. I have been Mr. Duckstien's Client for over the past 10 years. My Pryares go to the family

Sophie Malli

July 12, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Ducky's family. I can still picture him as he was over 50 years ago -- always so much fun to be around - a truly lovable and memorable character. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to spend a little time with him at our 50th St. Michael's High School Reunion. I'm sure he's in heaven making the angels laugh.

Robert Amrhein

July 12, 2011

Very sorry to hear about the death of your husband/father and one of my favofite fraternity brothers. He was truly an exceptional individual. I will remember him fondly forever !!! Bob Amrhein ( Duquesne class of 1965)

Stephanie Morris

July 12, 2011

My sincere condolences. I worked for Mr. Duckstein many years ago and still remember him as a caring and dedicated professional man completely devoted to his family. Stephanie Morris

July 11, 2011

Dear Duckstein Family,
All during high school, Ducky was someone very special. He was funny, smart, friendly and a great dancer. Never a boyfriend but always a friend. My sympathy for your loss.

Alice Burger Whitehead
St Michael's Calss of 1960

Judith Mclaughlin

July 11, 2011

My deepest sympathy to Ducky's family. We really enjoyed seeing him at our 50th St. Michael's high school reunion. I told him how much I loved him asking the sister's questions; that they never answered--but he continued to ask anyhow!! How I admired that!!Prayers and Love to all, Judy Hart-McLaughlin

July 11, 2011

To the Duckstein family,
We wish to offer you our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Husband and Father. We will keep him and all of you in our prayers.
The Thomas family

July 11, 2011

Leah & Family,
We are so sorry about your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
Love, Patrice & Kevin

Ron Schiegg

July 11, 2011

My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. Norb was a cherished friend and classmate ever since the beginning of our high school days. It was really great to have the opportunity to see him and share memories at our recent 50th reunion. He will be missed.

Robert Boylan, III

July 11, 2011

Dear Leah,

We want to convey our heartfelt sympathy to you, Dave and your family on the loss of your Dad.

May God bless you and your family. Take care of each other.

With our deepest sympathy and condolences.

Your Bankers Family,

Bob, Pati, Tom Cindy and Angie

Melissa Lara

July 11, 2011

Our deepest sympathy goes to you, Mrs. Duckstein and your children/family. I so loved Mr. D. He was a wonderful boss and a great man. He will be missed by all. My prayers go out to him, you and your family.

July 11, 2011

TO NORB'S FAMILY MY SORROW AND SYMPATHY. WE WERE SO HAPPY TO HAVE HIM AT OUR REUNION LAST YEAR. HE BROUGHT MANY MEMORIES AND LAUGHS TO US. WE WERE VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE HIM IN OUR LIFE. I'M SURE THAT GOD IS LAUGHING AT HIS ANTICS RIGHT NOW. HE JUST LIT ANOTHER LIGHT IN HEAVEN. GOD BLESS Y0U.

TOM SCHERER
A FRIEND FROM THE CLASS OF ST MICHAEL 1960.

The Staff of Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

July 11, 2011

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