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Alan Waters Obituary
Alan proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army, stationed in Japan during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he embarked on a distinguished 30-year career at Wieboldt's department stores, starting as a furniture salesman and ultimately becoming Merchandise Manager for thirteen locations.
A devoted family man, Alan found joy in spending time with his family, making others laugh, and sharing stories from his remarkable life. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joanne; his daughters, Wendy Baird (Joel) and their children, Harrison and Madeline; Kimberly Tompkins and her son, Sam; and Elizabeth Fitzpatrick (Paul) and their children, Caitlin and Liam.
Alan will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
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Kathy Wirsing
January 13, 2025
I´m sorry to hear of Alan´s passing. I was his hair stylist for about 20 years at OnStage Salon in Glenview. I always enjoyed having him in my chair and sharing Swedish stories with me. I´m Swedish too! So sorry for your loss.
Pat Dawson
December 12, 2024
I remember him visiting HPPC !, on Holidays, Easter , proudly
Seeing you Wendy , and your kids performing at the church musicals .
David Kreiman
December 12, 2024
Bigger than life, funny as hell, and a man who you knew (even as a young kid) loved his girls more than life and laughed with Joanne about everything. Alan was one of a handful of sudo-neighborhood dads we all had growing up in Evanston. I don´t think any of us realized at the time how rare it was to have so many families forge such a multi-family neighborhood bond. Alan,Joanne, Pete, Josie, Jess, Jean, Kay, Bob, Sue, Jerry and Alice. What a group of loving and crazy parents we grew up with. You will be missed Alan. My deepest sympathies to the whole family.
Debbie Talsky
December 12, 2024
May Alan´s memory be for blessing always. I will remember his kindness, his authentic, lighthearted yet deeply caring way. It was comforting to be amongst the family friends growing up with Alan´s warm presence. Condolences and warmest regards to all who knew and loved Alan.
Debbie (Kreiman) Talsky
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Patricia Carter
December 12, 2024
My parents,Bob and Sue Hill were best friends with Alan and Joanne at Senn HS and remained so for the rest of their lives. Joanne and Alan were my sister, Karen and my Godparents. They were a vital part of my childhood. Alan loved to tell funny stories on how he would torture my father with his pranks. I have loving memories of them and their daughters. With much love, Patty
Greg Moburg
December 12, 2024
Deepest sympathies to your family and friends Kim.
Love, Greg Moburg
Meg Davis Stephenson
December 12, 2024
I remember having sleepovers at your house watching Creature Features and especially one time, when a song came on and your Dad swept your Mom into his arms and they started to dance. Pure love.
I´m So saddened by your loss, but what a gift to have had him in your life for so long. Sending sympathy and love. Meg (Davis) Stephenson
Ward Family
December 11, 2024
We are holding you close in our thoughts as you navigate through this painful time. Your father's presence will always be felt, and his love will continue to surround you. Our Dad is so happy that he got to reconnect with Alan before he passed.
Love, Jim Ward & Family
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