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Karl Riehn Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Karl Riehn
tony bonn
September 29, 2024
I hope that no one finds this offensive or tacky, but I became interested in Karl because I own a business reply card for Heinz Riehn Insurance located at 4710 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, Ill 60625 which must be from the 1960s and Karl's father's business. It shows a picture of several people standing in front of Torsay Camera, the caption of which is in German. I wouldn't be surprised if Karl and his father were in the picture. They are standing with a pony and cart and onlookers. My primary interest was research on Eugene Torsay but his archive included the Heinz Riehn Insurance card which I mention here. If anyone is interested in the card, I would send a picture of it.
Bryant Keil
December 12, 2023
What a terrible loss of a true gentleman and a curious mind. My deepest condolences.
Oct, 1963 Hamilton School Eighth Grade Class Picture
Mr. Carroll Goforth
October 9, 2023
If you knew Karl then there's nothing that I can say that will add to the joy of his memory. Karl and I met in the eighth grade and we became friends on the very first day that we met. We were members of the Honor Guard and would practice presenting the Flags for school functions. We both attended Confirmation classes at St. Paul's Church at the corner of Fullerton and Orchard Streets. His Father would pick me up on Roscoe Street in his Chrysler Imperial and take us both to class on Saturday mornings. And we were Confirmed at the same ceremony conducted by Reverend Trost. And at Christmas time his Father would participate in the community parade on Lincoln Av. Mr. Riehn had a horse and buggy and would drive the buggy and Karl would give candy to the children. I've not seen Karl for several years but I've thought about him often. And I can assure you that I will have fond memories of him for the rest of my life. Of the several men that I've known in my lifetime, I can honestly say that Karl stands out in my memories as The Most Wonderful Human Being that I have even known. And I thank God that I had the opportunity to know him in my lifetime. May God bless his memory. If any of you would like a digital copy of the photo attached, please let me know.
Anthony Qaiyum
October 8, 2023
Karl is someone I have always been happy to see -- visiting our business, walking around Lincoln Square, at an event, wherever. Aside from being a fun and friendly person, he has taken care of our family at moments when we have needed some support. We will all miss this gentle, kind, thoughtful man. Sending you love and deepest condolences.
Dawn Hummel
October 8, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are for the whole Riehn family.
Mary Baranowski
October 7, 2023
Marlene and family, I'm so saddened to hear of your loss. I enjoyed working with Karl, he was always kind and pleasant to talk to. I thought of him as a friend, over the 20 years I had the pleasure to work with him at Badger Mutual.
Donald Stauber
October 7, 2023
Karl is a FRIEND that you cannot replace. We will all (Lutheran North Group) miss HIM.
Carol Nusko
October 6, 2023
Marlene and family, I was shocked to see Karl's obituary today. It was such a delight to get reacquainted with the two of you at our Luther North reunions. God be with you as you mourn Karl's loss, but also bring you joy with memories of his life.
JF
October 6, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Georgeann Georges
October 5, 2023
Dear Marlene and Family,
I hope you are surrounded by much love as you celebrate the remarkable life of your dear husband, father, and grandfather.
Karl loved and appreciated his family and was so proud of all you achieved together as you shared times in both Long Grove and Wisconsin.
He was the perfect host and consummate business leader as demonstrated when we worked together with our Luther North classmates to plan our milestone reunions.
May all your wonderful memories of Karl comfort you during this heartbreaking time.
Kind regards,
Georgeann Georges
Adam Glick
October 5, 2023
Karl was a longtime resident of the neighborhood I just moved into and was a lovely man who truly cared for those around him. I met him while working on getting things done for our neighborhood. He cared deeply for his community and was thoughtful and devoted to improving it. I will miss him.
Carol Northcutt
October 4, 2023
Karl was a classmate of mine at Luther North High School. After not seeing him for many years, we joined together with other classmates to celebrate our 50th High School by being on the reunion committee. Karl and Marlene hosted our meetings at their home for over a year to plan for the reunion. We also continued to plan for our 51st reunion. Unfortunately Karl became ill and was not able to attend our meetings this year as we will be celebrating our 55th High School reunion. Karl will be dearly missed as we drink a toast to him on Friday when other classmates will be in attendance for our reunion. Karl was a loving man, father & grandfather. Family was everything to him. Rest in peace Karl and we'll see you again someday.
Fr. David Bergs
October 4, 2023
At Dominican College , the first fellow student I meet, was Karl, we have been friends since. Then as always he was fun to be around, generous, kind, always a sense of humor. I’m so happy to have had the many lunches with him when I would be in Chicago.
Nancy Keppel
October 4, 2023
The world has lost a wonderful human being. I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow and sustain you in your faith that he has entered the Kingdom of our Heavenly Father.
Robert Rauen
October 4, 2023
im going to miss you god speed ilove you remember, you were always there for me as my father and you will always be in my heart forever love always Bobby
Joan Van Den Bosch
October 4, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I think that sums up Karl perfectly. His was a life well lived and he left a beautiful legacy of his daughters and his grand children
Paula Carlson
October 3, 2023
I wii miss his friendship dearly and all the fun ‘ and we had over years with family gatherings and holidays . He was always had wonderful personality and he cared and love his family so much because they always came first in his life.
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