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Charles Bothfeld Obituary

Charles H. Bothfeld, 99, of Glenview, IL. US Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of 59 years to the late Marlene. Loving father of four daughters and son-in-laws, Diane & Fabrice Dauer, Catherine & Jerry Krempa, Patricia & Thomas Vasko and Margaret & Chad Wilson. Proud grandfather of 12, Mars Dauer, Nova Dauer, Michael (Morgan) Krempa, David (Masha) Krempa, Jessica Krempa, Matthew Schuler, Thomas Vasko, Jennifer Vasko, Samantha Odyniec, Elizabeth Odyniec, Alixandra Wilson and Braeden Wilson. In keeping with Charles's wishes, services will be private with an interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. 847-359-8020 or www.smithcorcoran.com.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 25, 2016.
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Was so sad to read about the passing of your Dad.
Heartfelt condolences to all of you.

Beryl Levine
Deerfield, IL

July 27, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help the Bothfeld family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

Carla

July 26, 2016

So sorry for your loss please this bible verse comforting Psalms 146:5,9

July 25, 2016

My sincere condolences Bothfeld family. May the words at Hosea 13:14 comfort you all at this time.

July 25, 2016

My condolences to the family. Matthew 5:4.

July 25, 2016

Deepest sympathy

Joyce and Rich Thompson

July 25, 2016

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