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TIM GRUENSFELDER Obituary

Name: Visitation for TIM GRUENSFELDER
Start: 2018-01-07T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-01-08T03:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Raymond de Penafort Church

MOUNT PROSPECT - Tim Gruensfelder age 22 surrounded by his family. Beloved son of Denise (nee Blasingame) and Bob; his caring siblings Joe and Danny; cherished grandson of Joan and Robert Gruensfelder and the late Betty and Bob Blasingame; his large loving extended family, including his many aunts, uncles, cousins; and awesome friends. Tim was an inspirational student at St. Louis University, a proud alum of St. Viator High School and St. Raymond. He impacted the many lives he touched through his strength, determination and perseverance. He was driven by the great support and love extended to him from family, friends and compassionate medical staff from Lurie's Children's Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. The medical care and encouragement Tim received from many allowed him to gracefully perform the work the Lord intended. Tim taught us to never let obstacles stand in our way, never give up, and cherish loved ones. His example and love will live on in the lives of the many people he touched. We welcome you to celebrate Tim's life at the visitation, Sunday January 7, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at St. Raymond de Penafort Church, Elmhurst Rd., (Rt. 83) & Lincoln St., Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 and Monday January 8, 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Raymond de Penafort Church. In lieu of flowers please consider supporting Tim's cherished friends, teammates, and coaches with a donation to Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association (GLASA: https://tinyurl.com/GLASATimGMemorial) or the great work done by the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (https://team.curethekids.org/timgruensfelder) Funeral information 847-255-7800 or www.friedrichsfh.com.

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Published by Daily Herald on Jan. 5, 2018.

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January 9, 2018

Tim was a delight to be around. Always smiling and joking with us. He will be missed. RIP Tim

SLU Student Health Staff

January 8, 2018

Tim was such a wonderful kid and he inspired and touched so many lives. God bless you in your time of healing.

January 8, 2018

Dear Gruensfelder family, While I never met Tim, I work at Saint Louis University and am so saddened to hear of his passing.

My heart goes out to each of you and gives you each a loving hug. He has touched many lives in such a positive and profound way and the messages here reflect just that.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Theresa Jabouri

January 8, 2018

Dear Gruensfelder Family,

I am send much love and many prayers your way during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of meeting Tim my sophomore year when we both rushed the business fraternity DSP.

My day always brightened up whenever I saw Tim and we could catch up on life.

Thank you for raising such a great person and sharing him with the world!

January 8, 2018

We extend our deepest condolences on your loss.
We are thinking of you as you go through these most difficult days.

The Bailie Family

January 8, 2018

I am sorry for your loss. This will be painful for a long time, I am sorry! He is smiling down on all of you!

January 8, 2018

So sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man.
Love - Rose Hogan

John & Mary Ann Ruskuls

January 7, 2018

Our deepest sympathy on your loss. He's earned his angel wings. May God be with all of you.

Vicki Mueller

January 7, 2018

Dear Gruensfelder family, We will always treasure and remember the happy times we talked with Tim when we came to SLU to visit Alex. Alex shared a closeness to Tim through his years at SLU and taught Alex more about life than we could have hoped for from a friend. We will be forever grateful for Alex meeting Tim freshman year in the dorm and the beautiful friendship that continued through these 4 years. May God bless you all and watch over you in the days, weeks, and months ahead and know that our family is praying for you always during this most difficult time. Thank you for sharing your son and brother with so many people. Tim truly is God's disciple here on earth and now in heaven. God Bless all of you, Chris, Vicki, Alex and Bradley Mueller

Stacia Skinner

January 7, 2018

Tim was an extraordinary individual. Through thick and thin he always had a positive attitude and smile. No matter how he was feeling he never let you know. He had so much courage and strength he was truly an inspiration to all who knew him. Our prayers and thoughts go out to Denise, Bob, Joe and Danny, along with the rest of his family. Tim was and always will be our hero!

The Skinners

Lisa Gladson

January 6, 2018

I had the great pleasure of teaching Tim economics in the fall of 2014. I fondly remember his work ethic and cheerful disposition. As the years passed we would catch up in the hallways between classes. He was a joy to teach and St. Louis University is better for having him as a student.

Diane Spanier

January 6, 2018

I remember him (he was Timmy then) as a sweet kid who played drums in the jazz band at St. Raymond School and then later seeing him at St. Viator also.

His and his family's courage has been remarkable. Best wishes.

Bob & Patty Kowalczyk

January 6, 2018

Tim exemplified deep spiritual strength and faith! Tim and his family will forever be in our hearts and prayers! May you find peace knowing Tim is now resting in the Loving arms of the Holy Spirit!
Our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Bob,Denise,Joe,Danny and extended family!
Seize the Day, Robert and Patty K.

Jeffrey Kelley

January 5, 2018

When I first came to SLU I was nervous and intimidated, but Tim helped me feel welcome and at home. I will be praying for Tim and his family.

Bidisha Chakrabarty

January 5, 2018

Dear Tim's Parents:

I am shocked and saddened to hear that Tim passed away. He was in my Finance class at SLU; he was smart and so funny. He truly was the kind of student that makes teaching a pleasure. I am so sorry for your loss, but I am glad I had Tim in my class.

Prayers,
Bidisha
(or Dr. C., as Tim called me)

Annalise A

January 5, 2018

Tim was such a shining light in the SLU community. He will be deeply missed.

Julie and Jim Cleary

January 5, 2018

Denise, Bob, Joe and Danny -

Tim will be remembered as an extraordinary individual who accomplished more in 22 years than most accomplish far beyond that. He touched so many lives and serves as a fine example of how we should strive to live all of ours.

Our deepest sympathies to you.

Mona Hicks

January 5, 2018

Tim was the best of Saint Louis University's unquenchable spirit and faith that keeps us showing up every day.

Casey Early

January 5, 2018

Dear Bob and Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences and prayers of healing and peace for you all.

Casey

Justin

January 5, 2018

I'm sorry for your loss and I offer my deepest condolences during this difficult time.May God give your family peace during this most difficult time. -Romans 15:13

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