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Roy Lyngaas Obituary

Roy E. Lyngaas, 83, a Naperville, IL resident since 1998, formerly of Park Ridge, IL 1958-1998, died Sunday, Sept. 25, 2005 at Edward Hospital in Naperville. He was born June 20, 1922 in Chicago, IL. Roy is survived by his wife, Betty, nee Schaefer, Lyngaas, whom he married April 15, 1950; eight children, Michael (Sue) Lyngaas, Linda (the late Richard J.) Butkovich, Kevin (Cherry) Lyngaas, Richard Lyngaas, Mary (Peter) Bielat, Anne (Ron) Raynor, Regina (Mike) Lasare and Jeffrey (Lynette) Lyngaas; 18 grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Michael Joseph Lasare; his parents, Roy and Ida Lyngaas; and a brother, Harry Lyngaas. Roy served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War. He was employed as an accountant by American Hospital Supply Co., Evanston, IL for 20 years and retired from Arlington Federal Savings & Loan Association, Arlington Heights. Roy was a former member of St. Paul of the Cross Church, Park Ridge and was a current member of St. Thomas the Apostle Church, Naperville. Visitation Wednesday, Sept. 28, 4 to 8 p.m. at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. Additional Visitation Thursday, Sept. 29, 9 to 10 a.m. at St. Patrick's Residence, 1400 Brookdale Rd., Naperville. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick's Residence. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at Maryhill Cemetery, Niles, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Patrick's Residence, 1400 Brookdale Rd., Naperville, IL 60563. Arrangements by Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, Naperville, IL. For info, 630-355-0213.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Sep. 27 to Sep. 28, 2005.

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Sr. Priscilla Burke

October 5, 2005

Roy was a dear friend of my sister-in-law Lorraine Burke, and I was happy to see Roy and Betty in April, when Lorraine was also at St. Patrick's. He was a gracious and kind gentleman. May God bless all of you!



Sr. Priscilla Burke, SSpS

Techny, Illinois

Lisa Wegman

September 28, 2005

Regina, Mike , Christine & Carolyn,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lisa, Steve, Nicole & Amanda

ROSEMARY ESSEN

September 28, 2005

BETTY, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR HUSBAND. I READ ABOUT IT ON THE WEBSITE OF THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE. IN CASE YOU DON'T REMEMBER,WE SERVED ON NOTRE DAME'S BOARD TOGETHER AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS. REMEMBER NOW YOU ALL HAVE ANOTHER ANGEL LOOKING OVER YOU. GOD BLESS YOU.

Gregory , Marilyn Noonan

September 28, 2005

To all the Lyngaas family, we send our love and condolances. Roy was an important member and wonderful example of this counrty's "Greatest Generation". His humility, and pride as a husband, father , and uncle was an example for us all to remember. As his nephew (and fellow Rotarian) he will be deeply missed. Love to you all. Greg, Marilyn, Patrick,Charlie, Ryley and Conor.

John Fitzgerald

September 27, 2005

Dear Betty, Kevin and All:



Please know that you are in my heart as you celebrate the life of

your husband and father.



FITZ

Nicole Bordeleau

September 27, 2005

We are so sorry. Please know that we are praying for your Dad, your Mum, and your family.

Nicole and Craig

Linda Matthews

September 27, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

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