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Richard Goldbach

Richard Goldbach Obituary

Glen Ellyn- Richard L. Goldbach, 83, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2015. He was a resident of Glen Ellyn for 22 years and was formerly from Lombard. He retired from Motorola-Schaumburg in 1990. Richard leaves behind his loving wife, Helga, his sister, Marilyn (late husband Joseph) Lauro of Tinley Park, and his nieces Marijo (John) Nowobielski and Debbie (Rick) Gostisha. He was a fond great uncle to Jennifer, Gina, Jay, and Kara and a fond great-great uncle to Joey. He was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Clara Goldbach. Funeral services and interment will be private.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2015.

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Gerard Monti

January 13, 2015

My deepest sympathies to Helga, Aunt Marilyn,
Marijo, and Debbie on your loss.

Monti Family

January 11, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)

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