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Joseph Gaal Obituary

JOSEPH A. GAAL WHITING, IN Joseph A. Gaal, age 72, of Whiting, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2015. Loving partner for 17 years of Judy Saylor. Beloved father of Ann Marie (Roger) Casillas, Joseph (Melissa) Gaal, and Bryan Gaal. Devoted brother of Tom,Wally, and Mary Jane. Proud grandfather of Roger and Russell Casillas, and Josh, Eadyn, and Arabella Gaal. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Former husband of Roberta Gaal. Joseph was born on the Eastside of Chicago to Joseph and Regina Gaal. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and bowler. His attic contained his many trophies. He enjoyed wrestling all of the Chicago sport teams. Joe loved going to Michigan with Judy to their friends Korky and Mike's place. He was loved by many and will be missed by more. Arrangements were private and were entrusted OWENS- RUZICH FUNERAL HOME, 816 - 119TH St., corner of (Rt. 41) Calumet Ave. at 119th St., Whiting, IN. For further information regarding services, please contact OWENS- RUZICH FUNERAL HOME, 816 - 119th Street., Whiting, IN at 219/ 659-0417 or 219/ 659-0018 or visit our web site at: www.owensruzichfuneral home.com

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Published by The Times on Mar. 11, 2015.

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Joey Braden

March 11, 2015

Gaal Family,

My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time. Losing a loved one is never easy, and can never truly be prepared for. I hope that you hold on to your wonderful memories and that they bring you peace and comfort. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Glenn, Laura, Jake Wright

March 11, 2015

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Lisa Gaal

March 11, 2015

My heart goes out to you, Ann Marie, Joey, Bryan...Rest in peace, Uncle Joe...Fond memories of years past will live on forever.

Christine Smith

March 11, 2015

Dearest Joe, Melissa and Gaal Family, Jacob and Christine Smith send our Sincere Sympathies on you loss. Thoughts and prayers are sent to you and your extended families.

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