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Edward Torres Obituary

Edward B. Torres, of LaGrange Park and Land-O-Lakes, Wisc. WWII Army Veteran, 36th Division. Recipient of Silver Star, Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Beloved husband of the late Mary, nee Gaw; loving father of Judy (James) Hall, Kathy (Dan) Dubach, Tom (Pat) Torres and Carole (Mike) Wiet; grandfather of Michael, Andrew and David Dubach, Heather (Ross) Anderson and Skyler and Landon Wiet. Visitation Wednesday, April 15, 2009 from 3pm until time of service, 7pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hinsdale Animal Shelter or any Veterans organization appreciated. Funeral info: (630) 964-6500.

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Published by Central Cook Suburban Life on Apr. 13, 2009.

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The Day WWII Ended

April 24, 2009

Janet Yule

April 14, 2009

Dear Carole:
I was very sorry to read about your father today in the paper. You were very lucky to have had him for so long and to see your sons grow up. I think about you and your family. Your dad is with your mom now were he belongs. Once again sorry for your loss. [email protected]

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