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Gustav Grabowski Obituary

Grabowski, Gustav Born in Weilburg, Germany, June 8, 1937. Born to Eternal Life Sept. 4, 2008 at the age of 71 years. Preceded in death by his loving son Bill. Beloved husband of Karen (nee Fendrick). Dear father of Rick, Dave (Eva), Scott, and Sheri (Scott) Brooks. Loving grandfather of Nicholas, Brady, Kayla, Jacob, and Danny. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Retirree of Kohl's Foods of 40 years. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at St. Matthias Church, S. 93rd and W. Beloit Rd. at 6PM. Visitation Tuesday at the church 4PM to time of Mass. Private interment Arlington Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to the family appreciated. Gone Fishing SCHAFF FUNERAL SERVICE 5920 W. Lincoln Ave. 414-541-7533

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 7, 2008.

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Dennis and Ramona Kaiser

September 9, 2008

Dave, Eva, Kayla and family, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He was a great man. Ours prayers and thoughts are with you.

amanda grabowski

September 9, 2008

Hello Uncle Guss,

This is Amanda ( Ernie Jr. Daughter ) I want to let you know, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and you will never be forgotten. Your in great care with god and your mom ( my great grandma) To your family you have my condolence. May god bless/ heal your heart and soul.


Love,
Greeat Niece Amanda A. Grabowski
Great Great nephew ( Dominic B. Grabowski " My son")

Susie Stendahl -Everson

September 9, 2008

Karen and the gang,
The big guy will always be in
our hearts, especially his
laughter. He's gone home to be
with our Bill. My love to you
all, miss you...
Bill's, Susan, Susan, Susan...

Janer the Complainer

September 9, 2008

Karen,Rick,Dave,Scott and Chips;
You are all in my prayers. We couldn't believe it when we heard about Gus's passing. We will all miss the BIG GERMAN. Love you guys

Ken Jensen

September 8, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Nancy & Jeff Cook

September 8, 2008

Dave, Eva, Kayla,

So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed listening to his stories. Also liked eating the fish he caught!! He was a good man and will be missed by many.

DAVE, EVA & KAYLA GRABOWSKI

September 8, 2008

DAD YOU WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU , BUT WHEN WE GO UP NORTH FISHING WE KNOW YOU WILL STILL BE WITH US. HELP US CATCH THE BIG ONE.

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