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Peter Pulver Obituary
Pulver, Peter J. "Pete" 72, was born May 15, 1937 in Detroit, MI to Henry and Antoinette (nee Roberts) Pulver, and passed away Sunday, January 31, 2010 following a courageous 5 year battle with cancer. A 38 year resident of Crystal Lake, Pete served on active duty in the US Navy aboard the Destroyer USS Hickox from December 1954 to January 1957 and then the Navy Reserve until December 1962. He was also a member of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary where he served as a Flotilla Commander and then as a Division Captain over a 22 year career which included 20 years as an instructor teaching boating safety classes and seamanship to the public. Additionally, he was extremely active in search and rescue on Lake Michigan. His hobbies included boating on Lake Michigan from 1975 to 2000 and then touring the country in an RV until his recent illness. His real enjoyment was being with his family and grandchildren. He was also a faithful member of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in McHenry. Pete is survived by his loving wife Virginia "Ginny" (nee Howard) whom he married on August 20, 1960, son Patrick (Dawn) of Schaumburg and two daughters Vicki Pulver of Lake in the Hills and Nanci (Tony) Thompson of Pingree Grove, IL, four grandchildren Zachary, Hannah, Brianna and Carli, and two step-grandchildren Jennifer and Mike. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Henry II "Hank" and infant daughter Nancy. Visitation will be Friday, February 5, 2010 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Kisselburg-Wauconda Funeral Home 235 North Main Street, Wauconda. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 404 North Green Street, McHenry 60050. Pastor Roger W. Schneider will officiate. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, DesPlaines. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to the Church, the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org or the Hospice of Northeastern Illinois at www.hospiceanswers.org. For funeral information: 847-526-2115 or sign the guestbook at www.kisselburgwaucondafuneralhome.com. 
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Albert Kacsur
February 5, 2010
Dear Ginny and family,
We know that no words can ease the hurt you are all feeling. We were very saddened to learn of Pete's passing and send you our prayers and sympathies. We will miss him and his great sense of humor and ready smile.
Jo Ann and Al Kacsur
Leticia Gomez
February 5, 2010
Ginny, i was very saddened to hear about Pete. My husband Rick and I moved to your neighborhood about 6 years ago. He was the first neighbor that said Hi to us when we moved in. My husband enjoyed talking to Pete about the time they served in the military. I got to talk to him as I went by your house. My impression of Pete was such a nice person!! I enjoyed talking to him. We will miss him. God bless you and your family.
Mark Pulver
February 5, 2010
Aunt Ginny we send our deepest sympathies to you and the family. I cherish the memories I have of our visits together at your house and during your visits to California. Especially the ones of Uncle Pete on the Water slides when I was young. Please accept our condolences.
Frank Grobmeier
February 4, 2010
I was very saddened to hear of Pete's passing. I was a Lyle Howard customer of Pete's for many years and I still to this day have never met a better vendor or a better man. He truly cared about people and it showed in his smile. I regret not spending more time with him as I'm sure he enriched everyone's lives that he touch. I still use stories about Pete as examples to my employees on how to go that extra mile and care for our customers. I always felt like more than a customer with Pete. I truly felt like a friend. Men like Pete are far too few these days. He will be missed
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Janet Jasunas
February 4, 2010
Nanci,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for strength and peace for you and your family. I am always here for you...anytime, any place.
I never got to meet your dad but looking at his picture I see your smile. I love you.
Chuck Wernick
February 4, 2010
Ginny,
Myrna and I were so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. When we met you many years ago at the harbor it was apparent that both you and Pete were wonderful people. We'l always remember Pete's happy smile and willingness to help with any matter related to boating.
he will be missed by all of his friends at the harbor.
Chuck and Myrna Wernick
Laura Nichols
February 4, 2010
There are some patients that you will never, ever forget - and Pete was one of those patients for me. I met him when I first started at Good Shepherd and he first got his diagnosis. Even during some rough times, he would have a smile for me. That is what happens whenever I think of him - I smile. Ginny, you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Gary and Diane Meyer
February 3, 2010
Nanci....please accept our heartfelt condolences. May you find peace in knowing your dad isn't in any pain and is with God.
Dan & Sharon Napoleon
February 3, 2010
Ginny,
So sorry to hear about Pete. Our sympathy to you and your family.
Love,
Dan & Sharon Napoleon
The Ketchman Family
February 3, 2010
Our most heart felt thoughts, prayers, and love are with you Pat, Dawn, Brianna, and Carly.
RICK STUTESMAN
February 3, 2010
My deepest condolences to Pat and the rest of your family.
Rick Stutesman
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