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2019

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Balthasar Gruber Obituary

Gruber, Balthasar Age 89. Died Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Born in Glogowatz, Romania to the late Friedrich and Julia (nee Siche); was proud of his Donau-Schwäbische heritage; married 51 years to the late Sofia; father of Ann and the late Katharina (Nelson). Visitation Friday, February 8, 2019, 4:00-9:00 p.m. at Belmont Funeral Home, 7120 W. Belmont Ave. Funeral prayers, Saturday 9:15 a.m. at funeral home to Our Lady of Mercy Church for Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery, Niles, IL. Info: 773-286-2500 or www.belmontfuneralhome.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 8, 2019.
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I am sorry for the loss of your love one. During the days ahead may prayer comfort and strengthen you. 1 Thessalonians 5:17

BC~
California

February 11, 2019

god bless ,never knew the man but he was family

Mike Bruce

Family

February 11, 2019

We are so sorry to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the words at Hosea 13:14 help bring you comfort during this difficult time.

DA Rich

February 10, 2019

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

Z L

February 10, 2019

Sending our condolences thinking of you Ann in the loss of your father Balthasar prayers for your healing , your cousin Eileen An Bert , From Canada ,

Eileen & James Bloomfield

Family

February 8, 2019

So sorry to see this man go. Such a gentle soul. He was always a sweetheart whenever he visited us in Canada. I was lucky enough to be able to visit him in Chicago last year. RIP uncle Balz!

Elaine Bloomfield

Family

February 8, 2019

February 8, 2019

May God's loving kindness strengthen and comfort you during this sad and difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76.

AC

February 8, 2019

I am truly sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11.

February 8, 2019

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4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Belmont Funeral Home - Chicago

7120 West Belmont, Chicago, IL 60634

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Prayer Service

9:15 a.m.

Belmont Funeral Home - Chicago

7120 West Belmont, Chicago, IL 60634

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Our Lady of Mercy Church

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