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Charles Graber Obituary

Charles S. Graber, 79 of Elmhurst. Beloved husband of Marilyn nee Fruechte; father of Charles (Mary Kay), Jill (Brian) Graves, Ann (Randall) Gunst and Robert; grandfather of Meghan, Kristen, Katie, John Henry and Hannah Graber, Tracy Graves and Haley, Jack and Will Gunst; brother of Betty Pawlik and the late Mary Jane Larson. He was All-State in football while at Leyden High School, member of Sigma Chi Fraternity at Iowa State University and founder and President of Graber Concrete and Pipe Company. Visitation at Ahlgrim Funeral Home, 567 S. Spring Rd., Elmhurst from 2:00 to 8:00 pm Tuesday. Services 11:00 am Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at St. Peter's United Church of Christ, 125 W. Church St., Elmhurst. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be appreciated to the Russell Brian Gusloff Foundation, 523 N. Myrtle Ave., Elmhurst, 60126 or to the charity of your choice. Info 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com

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Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on Jan. 4, 2011.

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Craig Conrad

December 28, 2025

`Uncle Chuck´ was one of the most important people in my life. After my Dad passed far too young he took me under his wing and became my mentor. He convinced me to finish school, gave me a job, and was available with advice. I will always be indebted to him and my Aunt Marilyn for giving me the guidance I needed at the time. I just my 50th wedding anniversary and retired from a successful career. Thanks Charlie!

Julie Wright

June 16, 2011

Just saw this and am so sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts are with you all.
Julie (Underriner) Wright, Clear Lake IA 641.529.0927

Jan Bangert Barton

January 7, 2011

There are such wonderful memories of Chuck and all the Graber Family. The Bear Games, oh, how Whitey, Helen, Dan and I enjoyed your family! There will now be Chuck and the 3 of them cheering them on from the great Sky Box in Heaven! Love you all. My heart is heavy.....

Amy Ahrens

January 4, 2011

I will be thinking of you all tomorrow. I so wish I could be at the services. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and the entire family. We love you! Amy Rostvold Ahrens, Troy, Abigail and Carly

David laning

January 4, 2011

We send our deepest sympathy and will miss Mr. Graber. He was a great guy, coach, and friend.

jayne simonini

January 3, 2011

?Lord, let your constant love surround us for our
Hope is in you alone.
Psalm 33:22

JOSEPH&ELIZABETH PILARSKI

January 3, 2011

TO MARILYN AND FAMILY,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. HE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY.HE WAS A GOOD MAN .

January 3, 2011

My family and I will miss Chuck's smiling face.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Colleen, Brittany ,Molly, Peter and Lucas
Griganavicius

January 3, 2011

Marilyn and all the Graber family...
So sad to hear of Chuck's passing. May his soul now rest in God's loving hands and find eternal peace.

God bless you and all of your family.

Marty and Laurie Olson

Craig Conrad

January 3, 2011

Chuck Graber was my mentor and friend. he gave me a chance and set me on the right course. You changed my life! I'll miss you. Say hi to mom. Craig Conrad

January 3, 2011

A better human has not walked this earth. He will be missed by many. Best wishes to the entire Graber family. Jim and Mae Adams

Ann Lutz

January 3, 2011

Jill and family,

May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time knowing the love and prayers of your friends and family surround you.

Our thoughts are with you.

With deepest sympathy,

Ann, Mark, John and William Lutz
Burr Ridge, IL

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