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Edward Sifel Obituary
Edward J. Sifel, age 72 of Munster, IN passed away Monday, December 1, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Irene Sifel; two children: Laura Hernandez (Sifel), Arthur (Elvia) Hernandez (Sifel); five grandchildren: Lauren Morales, Claudia Hernandez, Ilsa Morales, Arthur and Nicholas Hernandez; brother, Richard (Nell) Rescan; sister, Rosemary DeRosa; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by Parents, Paul Sifel and Katherine (nee Plesha) Rescan; Daughter, Elizabeth Morales (Sifel). Funeral services will be held Friday, December 5, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the FIFE FUNERAL HOME, 4201 Indpls. Blvd., East Chicago, IN with Pastor Donald Stock officiating. Cremation to Follow. Visitation at the FIFE FUNERAL HOME will be from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2014. The American Legion Allied Post #369 will post colors at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Edward retired from the East Chicago Police Department after 28 years of service as Inspector, from the School City of Chicago after 10 years, and served as Police Commissioner for the town of Highland. He received his Law Enforcement and Political Science Degree from Calumet College. Edward was a U.S. Air Force Veteran where he was a M.P. and a member of the American Legion Allied Post #369. He attended various schools of Forensic Science such as the FBI in Quantico, VA and Scotland Yard in London, England. The family of Ed would like to thank Dr. Sameer Abbass and the University of Chicago hospital staff. In lieu of flowers, donations to his favorite charity, The Humane Society. To share a memory or send a permanent online condolence, logon to www.fifefuneralhome.com
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for Edward Sifel
November 30, 2015
Irene and Laura, You have my deepest sympathy. We shall continue to move on!!!! Love you Sally Villarreal
Sally Villarreal
January 2, 2015
I hope you received my card and my prayers are with you. Please extend my sympathy to Laura, I hope you wre doing better, he will never be forgotten. Pray to God for strength and peace. God Bless. Sally
Pete & Carol Auksel
December 10, 2014
We are very sorry for your lose, Ed & I had a lot of fun joking with each other over the years. Our deepest sympathy to all the Siefel family. Our prayers are with you.
HOOK
December 5, 2014
Sorry to hear about the loss of our old 3th base coach for Club Serena. Ed was fun to be around. God Bless
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December 5, 2014
So sorry to hear about Ed's passing. He was a great officer who will always be remembered. May you be blessed with comfort and peace and always remember that he will always be in your heart.Beautiful memories are never forgotten.
MARGE MELION
December 5, 2014
IRENE,LAURA AND FAMILY; PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS SAD TIME.HE WILL BE MISSED.GOD WILL WATCH OVER HIM NOW.
Dennis Berkowicz
December 4, 2014
Irene and family our deepest condolences, lots of great memories with Eddie on the Police Department, God bless you all Dennis and Sharon Berkowicz Mesa AZ
Cindy ibarra
December 4, 2014
Irene, Laura an family my deepest condolences are with you, prayers are with u at this time, I know he will truly be missed, his suffering an pain are now over, love you..RIP Dear Edward..
December 4, 2014
Dear Irene and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Edward's passing. My mom and Edward's mom were best friends. I always remebered Ed coming through the ally to check on his mom and visit for awhile. My mom always mention of you and I am sure she would appreciate that I pass on our sincere synpathies to you and your family.
Rose (Kresich) Dado
Andy Callas
December 4, 2014
Sifel family,
A sunset on earth is a sunrise in heaven. We are all sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Another East Chicago Washington Senator joins Coach Alex Sarkisian, Johnny Baratto, and Jules Seigle in heaven. We pray that your memories will give you comfort and faith provides you with strength during the days ahead. Rest assured that our classmate is in heaven with no more pain, no more tears, and no more suffering, and that he has touched the face of God. "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him." 1 Corinthians 2:9 His former classmates and friends send their sympathy to his wonderful family. Wishing you peace and tranquility in your time of sorrow.
Good Friends From Indiana Harbor
Ray Reyna, President
Andy Callas, Secretary
Irene and family,
I am so saorry to hear of Ed's passing. We worked very closely while serving on the East Chicago Police Department. I will always remember his humor, his polite and friendly spirit, and his kindness to me and my family. He was surely a friend and a dedicated police officer. I ask God to cradle Ed in His arms and thank Him for giving Ed to us to know and love in our pilgrimage on earth. We are better people for having known Ed. As an expression of appreciation for his honorable and faithful service, I salute you Brother Sifel.
May your memories soothe you, your friends comfort you, and your family's strengh help your hearts begin to heal. May the love you shared sustain you through this time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Andy Callas
ECPD (retired)
Peter J. & Chris Morales
December 3, 2014
So sorry to hear about Edward. We always enjoyed his company. Our love and support will always be there for you & your family.
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Gus Flores
December 3, 2014
Irene, Laura and Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of our good friend and fellow East Chicago police officer. Ed and I spent many hours working together in the radio room of the old police station and he was a great guy to work with when I was a detective and he was an Inspector (Crime Scene Investigator). He had a great sense of humor and kept things light during some very serious moments. Rest in peace my friend. May your memory be eternal.
Lorraine Malone
December 3, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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