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Elmer Gielow Obituary

Elmer W. Gielow, 84, joined his beloved wife Violet (nee Blomstrand) in eternal rest on May 15, 2013. Loving father of Elizabeth (David) Thrun and Laura (Kevin) Bloss. Proud and devoted grandfather of Benjamin, Faith and William Thrun. Fond brother of the late Louise (Edwin) Fischer, the late Howard (Martha) Gielow and the late Elizabeth (Ernest) Erickson. Retired U.S. Navy. Elmer was an active member of the Masonic Fraternity for over 63 years. He was Past Master of Parkway Lodge #1108 A.F. & A.M. in 1958 and a current member of King Oscar Lodge #855 and St. Cecilia Lodge #865. A memorial service will be held under the auspices of King Oscar Lodge at Olson Burke/Sullivan Funeral Center 6471 North Northwest Highway, Chicago on Sunday, May 19, 2013, from 2:00 until 4:00 pm. Private interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetary, Elwood, IL. Memorial donations may be made to the Illinois Masonic Childrens Home, 441 S. 9th Ave. LaGrange, IL or the Masonic Assistance Program, Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital, 836 W. Wellington, Chicago, IL.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 17, 2013.

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May 20, 2013

Lisa & Laura............We are very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Your Mom has probably greeted him and said "WHAT TOOK YOU SO LONG GOOD LOOKIN. Love, Marilyn & Dick Golden

Peter Roumeliotis

May 19, 2013

A very special person with a very loving family. RIP

May 19, 2013

Liz and family, our heart go out to you during this difficult time. Prayers and thoughts going your way.
Kevin, Heidi, Colleen and Erin Murphy

Jean Palcan

May 19, 2013

Lisa and Laura,
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your father! He was a wonderful man, and will be missed greatly! May God bless you and your families during this time of sorrow.

May 18, 2013

LIZ,
JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW I WAS THINKING
ABOUT YOU. I HOPE THAT TIME WILL HELP TO
HEAL. I WILL REMEMBER YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
IN MY PRAYERS.
FROM, PAM HASTY (ULTRASOUND)

May 17, 2013

My sincere condolences to your family during this grievous time. God, who is a refuge and strength, provides abundantly during difficult times. May God give you the peace and comfort you need to endure the days ahead.

C Johnson

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