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Edward Shaler of Mount Prospect A memorial service for Edward Shaler, 82, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 9, at Community Presbyterian Church, 407 N. Main St., Mount Prospect. Born April 6, 1927, in Chicago, he passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010, in Prospect Heights. Mr. Shaler was an Army veteran. He was former vice president of Guard Fence and was an insurance producer for Assurance Agency. He was a former member of the board of directors for Firman Community Services in Chicago. He was also a jazz aficionado, an avid Chicago sports fan, and a longtime member of Community Presbyterian Church. Edward was the beloved husband of the late Lorain (nee Craelius); loving father of Lee (Barbara), Carol (Richard) Ingram and Glenn (Sharon); fond grandfather of Billy, Jillian, Bryant, Curtis, Lauren, Drew and Megan; and great-grandfather of Christopher. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Community Presbyterian Church Mission Fund, 407 N. Main St., Mount Prospect, IL 60056, appreciated. Arrangements were made by Matz Funeral Home, Mount Prospect. For information, 847-394-2336.

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Published by Daily Herald from Apr. 4 to Apr. 5, 2010.

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Barbara O'Block

April 13, 2010

Hello Lee and Barbara:

My sympathy to you and the family on the death of Lee's father - prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Jan Riefstahl-Kreuz

April 11, 2010

Lee, Carol and Glenn, I was so sorry to hear the news about your dad. He was such a great man with an infectious laugh, always had a smile and a kind word. Your parents were such great friends of my parents and I will always remember the family vacations to Florida and Lake Nancy. You have our deepest sympathy.

Bill Yenisch

April 9, 2010

Lee I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. When I see his picture it seems like yesterday when we were kids playing home run derby hitting balls across the street between our houses. It was great seeing you at the reunion. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was so friendly and touched so many lives in such a wondeful way.
Bill Yenisch

April 7, 2010

Thoughts are with you John and Jude

David Plebanski

April 7, 2010

Lee and Barb please accept my condolences. I know the feeling, since I lost my father 16 months ago. My the Lord bless you and your family.

April 6, 2010

Ed was one of the FREINDLIEST people I have ever met! He was so personable and enjoyed spending time with people so much that at our company we came to know him as "Sir Lunch-a-Lot"--certainly a term of affection! He loved Lorain with his whole heart and his family too--we will all miss him.

Jeff Blackburn
Chairman
Assurance Agency Ltd.

Sheryl Crandall

April 6, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I remember him from so many years back during confirmation at Community Pres church. I knew then where you got your sense of humor, Lee. As difficult as this time is for you, he is finally at peace. I offer my most sincere sympathies to you and your family and hope your memories keep him in your hearts forever.

Marshall Massengale

April 5, 2010

Hello Lee and Family,

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father. Though many years and memories of Life have separated our having once known each other during that brief passage that constituted our high school careers, I find even now all the right reasons to remember with love those who have somehow touched my life in this way or that. Kindly let me now share a measure of your sadness and bear a portion of your grief in thoughtful reflection and kind remembrance.

Rob Bachhuber

April 5, 2010

Ed "Pancho" Shaler: Great tennis player, great Hearts player, great dad, great friend, all around nice guy. I will miss him.

Gary Klinger

April 5, 2010

My condolences, Lee, at your father's passing. Having just been able to spend an extended period with mine (recently widowed, same age/birthplace/musical preference, also a veteran), I have a clue how significant he is to you. Y'all are in my prayers. G Klinger PHS '69

Jim Tielsch

April 5, 2010

Lee,
Please accept my deepest condolences regarding the loss of your Dad. I have such great memories of the times our families spent together.
Love,
Jim

Carol and Jerry Besenhofer

April 5, 2010

We knew your Dad through my Uncle, Al Ruck. He was a very nice person and always had a great smile for everyone. A parent loss is a very difficult thing. My Mom passed 15 years ago after a fairly short illness. The memories will keep you going and always remember the love and good times. Carol and Jerry Besenhofer

April 4, 2010

My condolences to the entire Shaler family. It is so difficult to lose a parent, but I'm sure your Dad is on a peaceful journey.

Jan Hergesheimer

April 4, 2010

Dear Lee, Barb and the entire Shaler family,

George, Anna and I send our deepest sympathy to all of you. Your loss is profound. Lee and Barb, that you have to go through this again so soon breaks my heart. Please know that we have all of you tucked into a special place in our hearts.

Love,
Eileen Stenzel, George Kuehn and Anna Rose

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