Edward Kirnbauer
Edward Kirnbauer
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Edward Kirnbauer Obituary
Ed Kirnbauer Age 87
May 29, 1938 - October 26, 2025
Ed was born fourth out of seven children to Gustaf and Karoline Kirnbauer raised in Chicago.
Ed married Barbara (Gannon) on October 15, 1960 in Chicago. They welcomed their first child Ed in 1964, followed by Rob, Steve, Jim and Karyn.
Beloved husband of 65 years.
Devoted father of Ed (Christine) Kirnbauer, Rob (Dovien) Kirnbauer, Steve (Dee) Kirnbauer, Jim (Heather) Kirnbauer, Karyn (Dave) Dinkelman.
Cherished grandfather of: Logan, Emily, Kris, Josh, Zach, Bima, Megan, Austin, Cole and Abigail.
Loving brother of Eleanor (Fred) Alsen and the late Elsie (Duke) Lavelle, Walter Kirnbauer, William (Carol) Kirnbauer, Daniel Kirnbauer, John (Teresa) Kirnbauer.
Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations to: Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, 250 Water Stone Circle Joliet, IL 60431 **Click HERE to make a donation** and/or Christ Lutheran Church- 14700 South 94th Avenue Orland Park, IL 60462 www.clopcc.com would be appreciated.
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14700 S 94th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462
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14700 S 94th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462
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Christ Lutheran Cemetery
14700 82nd Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462
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