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Ralph Dobberstein Obituary

Ralph W. Dobberstein, 87, of Elmhurst. Found rest April 19, 2011. U.S. Army Veteran, WWII European Theater. Loving Husband of Evelyn, nee Knief. Dear Father of Paul (Pamela) Dobberstein and Karen (David) Gray. Cherished Grandfather of Stephanie (Nathan) Bankson, Jennifer Gray and Megan Gray. Family and Friends may attend a Celebration of Life Memorial at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 142 E. Third Street, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 on Monday, April 25th, 2011 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m.. Memorials, in Ralph's name, to Immanuel Lutheran Church are appreciated. Interment Private. For information contact Pedersen-Ryberg Mortuary, Elmhurst, at 630-834-1333 or www.pedersenryberg.com

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Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on Apr. 22, 2011.

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Judith Van Horn

April 22, 2011

Ralph and I visited most often when our paths crossed at Elmhurst Memorial. He and his wife are long time dear friends of my Mom and Dad (Esther and Raymond Fiene). He and I caught the ladies up on the news of what was happening in each others lives. My heartfelt sympathies for your loss.

April 22, 2011

My most sincere sympathies for your loss. I greatly appreciated the opportunity to have known Ralph for many years. He was my Sunday School Superintendent and Teacher, along with being a great friend whom I enjoyed visiting with whenever I made it back to Immanuel. He always had a smile for anyone and let you know that he cared. He will be missed. Terry Fedrowitz, Tomahawk, WI

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