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Richard Laibly Obituary


Richard B. Laibly Sr., of Des Plaines, formerly of Park Ridge, longtime Compilation Manager for Sears Roebuck Catalogue, passed away peacefully Jan. 9, 2009, cherished husband of 60 years to Patricia, nee Wilson; beloved father of Richard B. Jr.,

Arthur W. (Aurora) and Thomas B. Laibly; proud grandfather of Richard J. and Austin; great-grandfather of Brayton; brother of Arthur A. (Joan) and the late Bertolet; son of the late Arthur C. and Imogene. Memorial Service Saturday, Feb. 7, 11 a.m. at St. Martin Episcopal Church, 1095 Thacker/Dempster, Des Plaines, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to The Arthritis Foundation, www.arthritis.org or St. Joseph Indian School of Chamberlin, SD. www.stjo.org Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois, 773-281-5058.



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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 18, 2009.

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Aija Howard

February 5, 2009

I will forever remember Dick as the man who hired me, nurtured me and remained a friend for over 30 years. I cherish the memory of his many kindnesses, his sly and dry wit, his obvious love of family. I will keep the family in my prayers. And Dick - they still haven't deported me!!!

Mike Burke

January 19, 2009

Heartfelt condolences to the entire Laibly family. Your Dad and entire family were great friends to me 40 years ago when Richard & I were in high school at NDHS, and then again to my entire family and especially my Mom & Dad 3 years ago when that amazing coincidence of your Dad & my Dad sharing a room at St. Matt's came to pass. I know you will miss him dearly. One lives forever in the hearts of those who remember. Peace.

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