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ED MARKGRAF Obituary

ED MARKGRAF, 90, a resident of Paradise Valley for 50 years, passed away peacefully at his home on December 22, 2011, surrounded by family. He was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on May 28, 1921. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin at Madison. For nearly 30 years, Ed was the much-loved and well-known pharmacist and owner of Markgraf Pharmacy, cultivating a loyal customer base. Ed is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Toni; seven children: Lisa, Julie, Kurt, Sara, Amy, Joanna, and Michael; eight grandchildren, and one great grandchild. A Memorial Service will be held January 7, 2012 at 1:00 pm in the Chapel at Valley Presbyterian Church in Paradise Valley, followed by a reception in the Fireside Room.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 25, 2011.

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Wyatt Wilson

January 7, 2012

Mrs.Markgraf &Family-I'm So Sorry To Hear About The Loss Of Your Husband&Father.I still think Fondly
Of Working There And Just Wanted To
Let You Know That You Are All Always In
My Prayers And Thoughts

Jennifer (Johnston) Hayes

January 6, 2012

Mrs. Markgraf & Family~

Our deepest sympathy to a wonderful family who lost a remarkable husband and father. I have so many fond memories of working behind the soda fountain on Camelback. I still talk about them to this day. Our prayers are with you.

January 5, 2012

Toni and family - Jan told us of Ed's passing. I know she wishes she could be there to help out.. Our sincere condolences. - Rick & Ruth Schwachenwald (Cleveland, OH)

Me and my brother in the 70's

Anna Castro

January 1, 2012

I have so many fond memories from when I was a child and my mother worked at Markgraf Pharmacy on Central and Camelback in the 70's. Mr Markgraf would let me play with the lipsticks in cosmetics and give me and my brother empty prescription bottles to store our little treasures in. I will never forget dish after dish of orange sherbert and grilled cheese sandwiches at the the soda fountain. Many, many fond memories. Thank you Mr Markgraf!

January 1, 2012

Kurt and Family,
I have so many fond memories and friendships as a result of working at Markgraf Pharmacy in the late 70's. Your Dad said there are so many more opportunities out there for me and sent me on my way. He was right, I have been at St. Joes for 30 years.
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Carol (Shepherd) Davis

December 27, 2011

What a good long life! Mr. Markgraf carried on the McCraryDrug Store and Soda fountain, which I grew up enjoying!
Quite a guy...my kindest to each of you.
Posey Moore Nash

December 27, 2011

Working at the soda fountain at Markgraf Pharmacy (Central and Camelback) was my first job as well. I met you guys on a beach in Mazatlan and the whole family adopted me. Before I left, Mr. Markgraf told me if I ever needed a job to look him up. He was the nicest man and you could tell how much he loved his family. Working there was so much fun and I still look back at that time fondly. I am truly sorry for the community's and your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Diane (Rabbitt) Goard

Patrice (Huston) Havey

December 26, 2011

Markgraf Pharmacy was my first job in 1971, at the Scottsdale store, then later at the Central and Camelback store. I have many fond memories of your Dad and family. He has touched many lives over the years, what a legacy! Sincere condolence, Patrice (Huston) Havey

December 26, 2011

My friend Toni and family, I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you. Barb Hucek

Candice LaPrade

December 25, 2011

Kurt, I am feeling sad for you and your family this Christmas. I am sorry for the loss of your dad.

Phillip Waring

December 25, 2011

Sincere condolences from one of the loyal customers.

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