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William Staehle Obituary
William L. Staehle, age 78, of Valparaiso, formerly of Miller, passed away on January 2, 2011. He was a graduate of Proviso East High School in Maywood, IL, class of 1949. William was a veteran of the Korean Conflict - U. S. Army. After the service, he received his B.S. in Architecture and Master's Degree in Urban Planning from Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago. He was a former City Planner for the city of Gary, Model Cities Director for the city of Gary, and Director for the Indiana/Illinois Bi-State Commission. Bill served in Administration at IUN under the Chancellor and taught in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was past Administrator of the Job Corps and retired as the Administrator of the Gary/Chicago International Airport. Bill was presently serving on the John W. Anderson Foundation as a Trustee. He was a member of the Friendly Sons of Erin, Hunkee Hollow Athletic Club, the American Legion Post #94 in Valparaiso and a member of St. Teresa of Avila Church. Bill is survived by his wife of 53 years, Kathryn F. (nee Kileen) Staehle of Valparaiso; sons: Thomas W. (Cynthia) Staehle of Dyer and Daniel J. Staehle of Pittsburgh, PA; daughter, Susan (Christopher) Galante of Miller; five grandchildren: Michael, Mark, Joseph, Neil Staehle and Gianna Galante; brother, Gerald Staehle of Wautoma, WI. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 6, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Burns Funeral Home, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. to St. Teresa of Avila, 1511 LaPorte Ave Valparaiso, IN for 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial with Rev. Kevin McCarthy officiating. Services will terminate at the church with cremation following. Friends are invited to meet with the family at Burns Funeral Home, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to Cerebral Palsy of NW Indiana, the Boys & Girls Club of Lake or Porter County or Campagna Academy. www.burnsfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for William Staehle
January 9, 2011
Kathy & family please know you are in our prayers. We will always remember the fun times and many laughs. Jim & Eleanor Vanderlin
Karen Mitseff
January 8, 2011
Kathy,
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed my time with both of you. Bill was a big help to me at IUN. What a special person. Hold tight to all the beautiful memories you have.
Margaret Burroughs
January 7, 2011
I remember Bill fondly from our old days at IUN. He was the perfect host at the Chancellor's Parties! What fun we had. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Staehle family.
Victor & Hazel Thornton
January 7, 2011
Kathy, Susan, Tom & Dan
We share your loss. Bill's passing makes us more cognizant of how fragile life really is. Also, we become more cognizant of how precious are the memories we share with your family. We were blessed to be a part of your lives and we appreciate your being a part of ours. with love and condolences, Victor and Hazel
January 7, 2011
Kathy and family: Judy and I were saddened to learn of Bill's death. My first notice came from Curt Simic. We met at lunch by happenstance and we spent several minutes remebering Bill and the many good causes he furthered. I am sure your family has similarily remembered his good work in the last few days.I wish you God's comfort. Fred and Judy Eichhorn
Vanessa Allen
January 6, 2011
The Urban League of Northwest Indiana extends deepest sympathy to the family and friends of William Staehle. My prayers are with you.
January 6, 2011
Dear Kathy, Tom, Dan and Susan,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of a terrific man. We have such fond memories of Bill and all of you from our days in Miller and our Oktoberfest days at Andrean. May our Lord wrap his loving arms around all of you at this sad time. God bless. Laurie and Alton Custer and family
Ken & Sarah Doll
January 6, 2011
Dan, Susi and Family,
Our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe & Leticia Alvarez
January 6, 2011
Tom
May the wonderful memories of your father comfort you and the rest of your family through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom DeGiulio
January 6, 2011
To Bill's family:
Bill was a leader in the Region, he understood what needed to be done to move NWI forward. His ideas and spirit will guide many of us for years to come.
He loved his family and he loved life.
St. Paddy's day will never be the same.
Tom DeGiulio Munster, In.
January 5, 2011
Kathy, Tommy, Danny and Susi,
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I remember very fondly all of the days growing up in Miller with all the Staele's snd all the Miller Mafia.We will remember your family in our prayers.
Rob Doyle
Indianapolis,Indiana
Annie Ramos
January 5, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of a truly good man. He will be missed.
Much Love,
Annie Ramos
Judy Sullivan
January 5, 2011
Kathy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. It was a privilege to have been able to work with him during my years at IUN. You have my sincere condolences.
Bill Carr
January 5, 2011
The Carr family, Bill, Kerry, Colleen and Kim Conner. Remember Bill, Kathy and family from the beach, St. Mary's, Beach Cafe and The Friendly Son's of Erin. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. From Bonita Springs to you. The Carr family
Gina Hill
January 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of your loved one. Mr. Staehle was a man of honor, a very remarkable person. I was blessed to have made his acquaintance. God bless you all.
Alyson Rodziewicz
January 5, 2011
Susi, Chris, Gianna, and Family -
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. If you ever need anything, you know where to find me. My deepest condolences.
January 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this very difficult time.
May the strength that the family always has had carry you through this trying time. God bless you all!
T. S. O'Neill family( Chicago Hgts, Il )
sarah gagan-cavan
January 5, 2011
Im so sorry for your loss. I am so sad I am out of town and cant attend the services. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Suzy Nicksic
January 4, 2011
I have the fondest memories of Uncle Bill. Loved hanging out on the front porch, drinking beer, eating Kath's fantastic dinner, playing shuffle board, admiring his roses, having so much fun with Binky. A funny father, a loving husband, a great friend.
John and Karen Giordano
January 4, 2011
We were so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. He was a great guy with a loving spirit. He will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. Take comfort in the wonderful memories and in knowing that you have a guardian angel looking down on you with a big smile and that twinkle in his eyes.
Margaret O'Brien/Hillstrom
January 4, 2011
I worked for Bill many years ago at the Illlinois/Indiana Bi-State Commission. He was a wonderful friend to me and a good person to work for. I think of him from time to time with fond memories. I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family.
January 4, 2011
Dearest Kathy,
We share your shock & grief at this sudden turn of events. As couples we go way back to the college days when we started double dating in Evanston.
You & your family are in our prayers
Love always,
Kitty & Ken
Marianne Malyj
January 4, 2011
I will always remember Bill's wonderful sense of humor. I was fortunate enough to have Bill as a professor my senior year in 1984. I was so surprised to have received an "A" in his class, especially when I took the class as pass/fail. He was a wonderful instructor and a wonderful person. I also remember having a few drinks with him at Roma's. I truly enjoyed working with him during his time at IUN. May God grant the entire Staehle family the strength to get through this time of mourning. He will be truly missed.
Robin Freeland-Shannon
January 4, 2011
I pray God's blessings of peace and comfort as you journey through this experience. Mr. Staehle was my last instructor prior to graduation in undergrad studies in SPEA at IUN. We later served on civic boards together. I will be forever appreciative for the support he gave while I learned and developed. Blessings ...
andrea basarich
January 4, 2011
I will always remember him as a gentleman and a man with a great sense of humor.My condolences to the family.
Susan Binkley
January 4, 2011
Bill's wonderfully effervescent personality will be missed. May your hearts be soothed by the golden glow of life-long memories.
Don, Nancy & Anna Engel
January 4, 2011
You are all in our thoughts and we pray that you find comfort and strength from within yourselves with the memories you have as well as from each other and all your friends who have been blessed by knowing your dad. We are so deeply sorry.
Michael Zaradich
January 4, 2011
Truly a great person at the head of a great family. Mr. Staehle will surely be missed by all. My heart and prayers go out to Mrs. Staehle, Dan and the Boys and your entire family. God bless you all.
Jean & Steve Juskiw
January 4, 2011
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the entire Staehle family. Mr. Staehle will be greatly missed by all.
Roger Schaetzel
January 4, 2011
My condolences and prayers go out to the Staehle family.
Deborah Griffin-Woodson
January 4, 2011
I was a student of Mr Stahle's at IUNW. My condolences to his family.
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