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Peter W.F. Althaus
January 1, 1929 - January 6, 2018
Resident of Orinda
Born in Germany and longtime resident of Orinda, dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and member of Santa Maria Parish, passed away peacefully from a long illness. He is survived by his brother, Wolfgang Althaus, sister, Marlies Kempen, daughters, Helen Chapman, Christine Althaus, and Julie Nelson; and grandchildren, Nicholaus Morris, Brandon Chapman, and Genevieve Nelson.
Family and friends are invited to attend the viewing on Wed., Jan. 24 2018, from 5pm to 9pm, with a vigil service at 7pm, at Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel, 1139 Saranap Ave., Walnut Creek, CA. Funeral Mass to be held Thursday, Jan. 25 2018, at 10am at the Church of Santa Maria, 40 Santa Maria Way, Orinda, CA. Services followed by burial at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1965 Reliez Valley Rd., Lafayette, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to The Alzheimer's Association, Northern California and Northern Nevada Chapter.
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My sincere sympathy to the family of Peter Althaus for your loss. May you have the comfort you need at this time.
January 24, 2018
You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 2 15,16
January 18, 2018
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