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1938
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2025
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William Enberg Obituary
Born: May 29, 1938 in Chicago, IL
Died: March 23, 2025 in McHenry, IL
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William "Bill" Enberg, age 86, at his home, with his wife at his side after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly; daughters: Kathy (Rod) Lovell, Laura (Bob) Halicki, Sharon (Joe) Chavez, and Nicole (Frank) Femali; grandchildren: Rebecca, Michelle, Mallory, Kristina, Mark, Kelly and James; and great-grandchildren: Mike, Andrew, Jack, Finley, Madison, Mackenzie and Evelyn. He was preceded in death by his parents: Raymond and Lila Enberg; sisters: Corrine and Joyce; Grandson: Scott; and nephews: Kenny and Bruce. Bill was a devoted husband and father and will be greatly missed.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you,
The day God took you home.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm, followed by a Memorial Service beginning at 3:30 pm, at Colonial Funeral Home, 591 Ridgeview Dr., McHenry, IL.
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Apr
5
Visitation
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory591 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry, IL 60050-7025
Apr
5
Memorial service
3:30 p.m.
Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory591 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry, IL 60050-7025
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