BORN

1917

DIED

2016

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Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory

333 South Roselle Rd.

Roselle, Illinois

Emma Schlueter Obituary

Emma Schlueter (nee Fritzler), 98, of Hanover Park, died January 3, 2016. Born to Fred and Mary Fritzler (nee Albrandt) October 18, 1917 in Chicago and raised in Sterling, Colorado, the oldest of nine siblings. Emma thoroughly enjoyed crocheting, her skillful talent allowed her to create beautifully designed pieces. Emma dedicated much of what she made to local hospitals and hospices. To her grandchildren, Emma's warm and inviting home became the very definition of holiday gatherings. She will be greatly missed by her family. Beloved wife of the late Ernest, loving mother of Allen (Renee) and the late Larry (Carol); cherished Grandma of Gary, Eileen (Roy), Peggy (Jeff), Kristine (Steve) and Kimberly; dear great grandma of Michael, Meghan, Brian, T.J., Maggie, Charlie, Alexander, Sophia, Peggy and Jack. Lying in state 9:30a.m. until time of service 10:30a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2016 at St. John EV. Lutheran Church, 1800 S Rodenburg, Schaumburg. Interment Bluff City Cemetery. Arrangements by Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory, Roselle. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the church would be appreciated. 630-529-5751 or www.countrysidefuneralhomes.com

Published by Chicago Tribune from Jan. 6 to Jan. 8, 2016.
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RIP Aunt Emma and condolences to the family.

Mike Fritzler

January 5, 2016

Sympathy to the family of Aunt Emma. We know that she is celebrating with all her loved ones.

Sallie (Fritzler) Lederhos

January 5, 2016

With heartfelt sympathy to all of you. May God carry you through this difficult time.

Jeannr Henderson (Fritzler)

January 5, 2016

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Lying in State

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

St. John EV. Lutheran Church

1800 S Rodenburg, Schaumburg, IL

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9

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St. John EV. Lutheran Church

1800 S Rodenburg, Schaumburg, IL

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333 South Roselle Rd., Roselle, IL 60172

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