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Louis Elsner Obituary
Louis J. Elsner, age 80, Veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves. Beloved husband of Janet (nee Nord). Loving father of Scott (Gayle), Jason (Tricia) and the late Stacey Elsner. Proud grandfather of Benjamin, Elizabeth, Andrew and Jake. Devoted son of the late: Kenneth and Agnes (nee Murphy). Dear brother of the late Thomas Elsner. Fond son- in-law of the late Clarence Nord. Family and Friends will gather Friday, October 16, 2015 for a memorial visitation at 1:00 p.m. until time of service 2:00 p.m. at The Evangelical Church of the Good Shepherd, 7800 W. McCarthy Road in Palos Heights. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Paws Assisting Wounded Warriors (PAWWS), 12332 S Harlem Ave., Palos Heights, IL 60463, or The Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL would be appreciated. Arrangements were entrusted to the Kerry Funeral Home in Palos Heights.
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Lynne Cook
October 17, 2015
To Lou's family,
No words can really describe how I feel knowing I won't get those wonderful emails from Lou with those beautiful family pictures. My deepest sympathy - Lou was a wonderful person and the best boss you could ask for. He hired me with only my typing skills and the love of bowling and we just clicked working together. Thanks for sharing him, he will be missed.
October 15, 2015
Lou was a valuable and respected member of the Brunswick Recreation Centers top management team. In addition, he was an all-around good guy, and it was my privilege to know him as a friend.
Bob Rushkewicz
Kit Pagoria
October 15, 2015
There are no words to express what a wonderful man Lou was. He was a joy and delight to be around. A friend that will be missed. A friend that I was lucky enough to have for as long as I did. To Janet his wonderful bride, and to Scott and Jason his sons, my heart will always hurt for the loss but it will always smile that God made me lucky enough for Lou to call me his friend. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lynne Hunter-Johnson
October 15, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Elsner family. Lou was a very kind person and I treasured having him as a friend as we worked at Brunswick Corporation. Our condolences to the family.
Judy and Nathan Elsner
October 15, 2015
Janet,Scott and Jason,
We are at a loss for the right words to express our heartfelt sympathy. We share in your loss and grief. Lou was a good man and will be dearly missed.
Our love,thoughts and prayers,
Judy and Nathan Elsner
Robert Brown
October 15, 2015
So sorry to hear of Lou's passing. Many great memories working with Lou at Brunswick. Especially his sense of humor. Thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest well Lou.
Lillian Hanna
October 15, 2015
My deepest condolences to Lou's family. He was a joy to work with at Brunswick. I will remember Lou in my prayers.
October 14, 2015
My sincere condolences to the bereaved family at this most difficult time. May the God of all comfort provide you with whatever is needed so you can cope with your great loss. Psalms 83:18.
Austin & Teresa Adler
October 14, 2015
Scott and Gayle, we are so sorry for you loss. Sending much love to your family during this difficult time.
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