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ST. JOHN, IN - Edward J. "Ed" Labus, age 79. Late of St. John, IN, formerly of Gary, IN, passed away surrounded by his family on September 25, 2023. Beloved husband of Darlene (nee Kroll) for 55 years. Loving father of Jennifer (Sam) Labus Russell, Eric Labus, and Natalie (Jim) Crook. Cherished grandfather of Paige (Rigo) Gonzalez, Paul Crook, and Nickolas Crook. Dearest brother of Sister Francine Labus OSF, Lorraine (Wes) Pietsch, Jerome (Gayle) Labus, late Carl (Sandy) Labus, and late John (late Joyce) Labus. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Ed retired from Lake Central High School after 30 years of dedicated service teaching Electronics. Prior to teaching at Lake Central he taught at Morton High School in Hammond. Ed enjoyed wood working and building furniture, working with model trains, stamp collecting, and in his retirement golfing. He loved Jesus and spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren.
Visitation Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services Friday, September 29, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. from the ELMWOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL 11300 W. 97th LN. (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th LN. St. John to St. John the Evangelist Church 10701 Olcott Ave. Mass of Christian Burial 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are asked to be made to the family and will then be directed to the University Of Chicago Hospital – Department of Pulmonology. For more information 219-365-3474 or www.elmwoodchapel.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Labus
Don Perusich
October 31, 2023
Jenny- sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ken and Shirley Miller
October 14, 2023
We just found out this morning that Ed has passed away and is with the Lord. Our sincere sympathy to Darlene and family. Ed was such a kind and caring man. He made the world a better place for all of us.
We call on God´s love and mercy to grant him rest and eternal happiness in Heaven.
Ken and Shirley Miller
Paul Muha
October 8, 2023
Mr. Labus, he was a class-act. I had him as a teacher at Lake Central High School. I enjoyed his classes, sense of humor [sometimes dry...], very good at his task at hand. God Bless his family and payers for Peace and Comfort during this difficult time.
Carol Yuhas
September 28, 2023
Saddened for the family, rejoicing for the heavens.
God Bless you and your memories
Rob Jureczko
September 27, 2023
Prayers to the Labus family.
Sally Wilkins
September 27, 2023
Ed was a very quiet, kind, and caring man. He inspired many students and staff at LCHS alike. I worked with Ed at LCHS and he was always willing to help the newbies. Rest In Peace, Ed. My condolences to his family.
Joe Hussey
September 27, 2023
I never forgot the Morton High School teacher who inspired me in electronics club. Little did he know that it would lead me to a 35 year career as an electrician. Just wanted the family to know of the many students he had an impact on. May he now enjoy his time in heaven.
Joe Hussey
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Elmwood Chapel, St. John Location11300 West 97th Lane, Saint John, IN 46373
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