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SETH ERLEBACHER Obituary

Seth Erlebacher, 46, of Pleasant Valley, Ny, died Friday, Dec. 16. Seth was raised in Skokie, attended Niles West High School, and earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees at the University of Illinois. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Melissa, nee Held, and his adored daughters; Rachel and Brianna; parents Albert and Dolores; and brothers Steve (Marcy Horwitz) and Ross (Susan Silver). He was a beloved uncle to seven nieces and nephews as well as a cherished brother-in-law and son-in-law. The funeral was held in Poughkeepsie. In Chicago, the family will sit shiva at the Erlebacher residence. For further details, contact Temple Judea-Mizpah (847-676-1566) In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Vassar Temple (140 Hooker Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601).

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 21, 2011.

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October 26, 2012

Dear Erlebacher Family,

SO sorry to hear about the passing of
Seth. I just found out the news from a classmate from Niles West HS.

He was a super nice guy and well liked in High School.

Wendy Smason-Silverman

Lesley Purnell

January 5, 2012

Dear Steve and Ross and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I couldn't believe the news when I first heard it, and I'm still in shock. I know Seth will be missed greatly. Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathy. I am praying for you all at this terribly sad time. Lesley Lee Purnell and family

Paul and Bonnie Camenisch

December 23, 2011

Dear Dolores and Al-

There are no words to express the great loss you and the entire family have experienced and the weight that now lies upon your hearts, and those of Seth's wife and daughters. We are greatly saddened by the news of his death and send our deepest sympathy. May you all find peace and comfort in your memories of him and the person he was.
Paul and Bonnie Camenisch

Myron Role

December 22, 2011

Dear Dolores & Al, Steve & Marcie,

We were so saddened to hear about your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts.

Myron & Diana Role

December 22, 2011

Dolores, Al and family
You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of great sorrow. May you and your family be helped by the support of those who have been touched by Seth and the entire family. Our sympathy. Joan & Dick Meister

December 22, 2011

To the Erlebacher family,

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy as you grieve at Seth's untimely passing. He was a great man and I was so lucky to have known and lived with him during our sophmore year in college. I am filled with great memories of his kindness and great sense of humor as well as memories of just learning about life together. Even though we weren't in touch recently, I feel such a connectedness that words cannot describe. My heart breaks for all of you.

Dan Miller

December 21, 2011

Dolores & Al, Steve & Marcy,
Devastated by your sudden loss of son, brother, brother in law,
With sincere sympathy,
Judy & George

Sushil Nanavati

December 21, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I just heard of Seth's passing and am sadden. I was lucky to have worked with Seth at IBM and learn from him while a new IBMer. My condolences to his family during this tough time.

Hank Arnold

December 21, 2011

I was devastated when I read of Seth's passing. He was a good friend at IBM and I will always keep him in my thoughts. He was always smiling and I will miss that. My sincere condolances to his family.

December 20, 2011

Melissa, Loss is never easy, however, when it comes at such an early age it is even more difficult. Keep all the good memories close to your heart and be pleased that you had a good person in your life for many years. Sympathy to you and your family. MaryAnne Olheiser

Gene Wasko

December 20, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I enjoyed the time I spent with Seth as we traveled to and recruited at the University of Illinois. I will greatly miss his insight and the conversations we had during the many trips we made together.

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