Edward Clarence Dresselhuys Sr.

Edward Clarence Dresselhuys Sr.
Phoenix, Arizona- Edward Clarence Dresselhuys Sr. died peacefully surrounded by his family Feb 13th, 2008 at the age of 96. The beloved husband of Alice Dresselhuys of Mount Prospect, IL. and son Edward C. Dresselhuys Jr., daughter in-law Laura Dresselhuys and granddaughters, Kristina and Jenna of Phoenix, AZ. In addition, Ed is survived by his sister Annrita Lardy and brother-in-law Henry of Madison, WI, brothers Donn of Milwaukee, WI, and brother Tom and sister-in-law Anna of San Diego, CA. Ed also leaves behind 12 loved nieces and nephews. Ed was preceded in death by his brothers George and Richard Dresselhuys. Ed was born on July 5, 1911 in Aberdeen, SD. Ed enlisted and became a Lieutenant in the Navy from 1943 and served his country with honor and distinction in the South Pacific during WW II until his discharge in 1945. Ed's professional career began in Chicago, IL. as a bank teller with the Continental Illinois National Banking and Trust Co where he worked his way to the position of Vice President as a commercial loan officer. He served the bank for 37 years and retired in 1973. Ed lived and raised his family in Prospect Heights, IL for 60 years from 1940 to 2000. Ed enjoyed 35 years of retirement with his family and friends. He will be missed dearly by all who knew his gentle kindness and great sense of humor. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to your favorite charity or hospice provider in Ed's remembrance. A private family celebration of Ed's life will take place on 2-23-08 and Ed will be laid to rest in Aberdeen, SD with his mother Rose and father Clarence Dresselhuys. - -