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for Albert Gehrke
Frank & Joyce (Davis),Fillipp
March 8, 2012
Dear Kitty and Family,
Our thoughts and Prayers are with You, at this sad time.
Lisa Radcliffe-Stevens
February 29, 2012
Kitty and family, thoughts & prayers being sent your way today & always ...
Mona O'Brien
February 28, 2012
Rest in Peace
Mona O'Brien - Haslop
February 28, 2012
Kitty, I was so sorry to hear about your husband Al. I know he is in Heaven with Thomasine having a great laugh. May he be in Heaven way before the Devil knows he is there. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mona O'Brien - Haslop
Jennifer Radcliffe
February 27, 2012
Dear Kitty, I was so sorry to hear the news about Albert. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Much Love, Jennifer Radcliffe
Ginny (Wehling) Stangeland
February 24, 2012
To the Gehrke Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. No matter the circumstances losing a member of the family is not easy. As time passes though you will laugh more and remember with a smile. Al's picture is the best just the smile and glint in his eye I will always remember. God Bless you in these next season of firsts... Love to you all.
Tom, Leda, Sara and Patrick O'Loughlin
February 24, 2012
Gehrke Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Teresa Gruber (Kirchberg)
February 24, 2012
Dear Gehrke Family,
My family and I are so sorry to hear about Mr. Gehrke's death. He was always such a nice man to me and to all the Kirchbergs.
When I was a kid and would hang out with Heather at the house after school or Mrs. Gehrke would be trying to drag Heather out of bed in the morning, so we wouldn't be late for school, sometimes Mr. Gehrke was there. He was always pleasant and liked to engage in friendly conversation. He would ask me about my mom and dad and school and other things. He didn't have to go out of his way to have conversation with a kid, but he did. Not all friend's fathers did that. He and Mrs. Gehrke always made me feel welcome in their house. It was a fun place to be. I'll always remember his friendly smile.
Please know that your family is in our prayers as you go through this sad time.
Teresa (Kirchberg) Gruber
Joe & Kaitlin Kirchberg
February 24, 2012
Dear Gehrke Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 24, 2012
Heather,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Prayers for you and your family.
Susan Erie Craze
Amy Houser
February 24, 2012
Geri - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I wish there was something I could say to ease the pain. I just want you to know I am thinking of you.
Stephanie Argamaso
February 24, 2012
To the entire Gehrke family, I am so sorry for your loss. Al meant a lot to me and I will miss him dearly.
Stephen Anichini
February 24, 2012
Gehrke Family,My thoughts and prayers go out to you on this time of sorrow. I cherish the many fond memories of your husband/father. From coaching me to seeing him at the men's club meetings, he always had a positive comment for me and my family. Knowing your family as I do, you are and should be , very proud of his legacy.
February 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with The Gehrke family. Al always had a great smile and an encouraging word. Sorry we are out of town and will not be able to attend today. Craig and Carol Thomas
February 24, 2012
Dearest Kitty and Gehrke children: Our family legacy goes back to the "old sod" and filled with so many wonderful memories. Our love and prayers are with you. May the God of Peace and Love comfort your hearts as you share the greatness of your husband and dad!
We love you! Jacqueline Minwegen Hopkins and family
John & Donna Wolf
February 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Al was a wonderful man, and he will be missed by all. I have very fond memories of him. His genorosity towards my family was greatly appreciated.
Rudy & Laurie Schoewe
February 24, 2012
Gehrke Family,our thoughts and prayers are with you.Rudy & Laurie
(St.Hillary)
Ted,Linda&family Kirchberg
February 24, 2012
Dear Gehrkes,Our deepest sympathy & prayers for you all. From 2nd grade on I never saw Al & didn't learn something &/or have a good laugh with him. He was one of the first to trust me to fix his cars,teach me about real estate&show me how to make (& drink) glogg to name just a few things.
I bless God that I got to sit with Al & the boys & chat last summer at the redneck open.
It's been a blessing & privelege to know you Al, Kitty & family. Can't wait to meet you in heaven Rex.
Through tears,with greatest love, "Thoedore" &family.
Gary Gehrke
February 24, 2012
Uncle Al I could not be more honored and proud to be your nephew. You were a man who was tough yet loving. The kind of father everyone wants to have. Five children. All successful and and all fine ladies and gentlemen. This is also reflected in your grandchildren. This does not happen by accident. It take hard work, sacrifice, commitment and love. You and Aunt Kitty made this happen. As our hearts are heavy now we should also take time to celebrate your life and the legacy you leave behind.
Your Nephew Gary
February 23, 2012
Our prayers are with you and your entire family during this time of loss.
Tony Rizzato and Family
February 23, 2012
Kitty and Family,
We thought the world of Al and will miss his smiling face. We share in your sadness.
With love, Jim and Liane Birk...and Shamus too.
Donna Pannke
February 23, 2012
To The Gehrke Family, A tear of sadness falls as you say goodbye to your husband, father, brother and uncle. Yet as he enters heaven, tears of joy fall when he is joins loved ones there.
My condolences, Donna (Wehling) Pannke
Jim Rusk
February 23, 2012
Gehrke Family,
You are all in our prayers.
Jim, Sarah, and Devon Rusk
February 23, 2012
Kitty and Family,
Al was such a talented and kind man. His hospitality to the Quigley group was deeply appreciated. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ray Schuman
Gint Butenas
February 23, 2012
I had the pleasure of getting to know Al Gehrke while supporting the Fettes, Love and Sieben computer network in the early 90's.
A favorite memory is going to his Lake Forest house to help him with a computer software problem. I was rewarded with a bottle of Chivas, as a bonus for my efforts.
I have not seen him since the 90's, but he remains in the top ten of favorite individuals that I had the pleasure of meeting in my life. A good, decent man. May he rest in peace.
My condolences to the Gehrke family.
Chris Rusk
February 23, 2012
Dear Gehrke family :In loving memory of a wonderful person who played such a very important roll in all of your lives. He will be missed greatly.You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love,
February 23, 2012
Dear Family, I look at Al's picture and feel the deepest sadness for all of you, how much I loved him and the saddness I feel is nothing compared to yours. He was a true friend to me when I need help the most. He will always be in my memory. Love Patricia Sullivan
February 23, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Great Uncle- Al was such a kind man. I will always remember his smile. God Bless
Jessica ( Gayle's daughter), Ryan, and Jenna Barnes
February 23, 2012
I have so many fond memories of Al and the whole Gehrke family. My love and prayers go out to you at this time. May God hold you tight during this time of loss. Love always, Elizabeth Hunsberger Gan (Aunt Pat's Niece)
February 23, 2012
Kitty and family, So so sorry we can not be with you at this time, but please know our prayers are with you all and god bless you all! Take care of each other...With Love, Carol and John
The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home
February 23, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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