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Harold Elwardt

May 11, 1935 — March 2, 2025

Harold Paul Elwardt, (89) Melrose Park, IL , passed away on March 2nd, 2025. Born in Chicago on May 11th, 1935, to the late Astrid Viktoria, and Paul Hermon Elwardt. Beloved husband of 68 years to Charline House Elwardt. Loving father of Cathy Lutzke (Rick), Diane Bosman, deceased (Tom), Patti Van Dorn (Ted), Carole Schwichtenberg (Jim), Charleen Glennon (Randy), Beth Parker (Aaron). Loving grandfather of Diane Blowers (Eric), Jennifer Bonner (David); Rachael Debus (Jake), Mitchell Bosman (Karina), Chad Bosman (Ellen), Meaghan Bosman; Ted Van Dorn (Meghan), Tim Van Dorn (Liz); Jim Schwichtenberg (Maddie), Brittaney Walsh (Dan), Marissa Suero (Benito); Caitlin Ames (Danielle), Kelsey Pasia (Mark), Miranda Glennon, Garrett Glennon; Zach Parker (Alexandra), Taylor Parker, Morgan Parker, Dylan Parker. Loving great grandpa to twenty-three great grandchildren. Loving brother of Richard Elwardt (Celeste). Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Harold served in the U.S. military and was honorably discharged as Army Private First Class. He made his living as a union pipefitter and is a member of Local #597. He loved his dog, “Suzie,” fondly referring to her as “my doggie.” He was a very good bowler and when able, he bowled weekly in a league. He enjoyed his wife’s cooking, riding his bicycle, riding his horse with the Medinah Black Horse Troop, playing poker in Vegas, trail rides and sleeping out under the stars in Arizona, and investing in the stock market. He is a Past Master and member of the Old Glory Lodge #141, a member of the Medinah Shriners and of the Scottish Rite Valley of Chicago.

Harold was always a very calming presence within the family. He never wanted to cause anyone any problems. He would tell you that he has lived a good life. He would say that the best thing that ever happened to him was marrying his high school sweetheart. He is loved by many and will be missed greatly. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: St. Paul’s Evangelical Covenant Church, 3342 Calwagner Street, Franklin Park, IL 60131.

Visitation will be Wednesday, March 5th from 5 pm to 8 pm, including a Masonic service held at 7 pm until 7:30 pm., Thursday, March 6th visitation will be from 11 am to 12 pm. Memorial service will be at 12 pm, and graveside interment to follow the service at Mount Emblem Cemetery, 520 E. Grand Avenue, Elmhurst, IL.


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Visitation

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

5:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

Sax-Tiedemann Funeral and Crematorium

9568 Belmont Ave, Franklin Park, IL 60131

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Masonic Service

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

7:00 - 7:30 pm (Central time)

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9568 Belmont Ave, Franklin Park, IL 60131

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Visitation

Thursday, March 6, 2025

11:00am - 12:00 pm (Central time)

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9568 Belmont Ave, Franklin Park, IL 60131

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Funeral Service

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Starts at 12:00 pm (Central time)

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9568 Belmont Ave, Franklin Park, IL 60131

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Burial

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Starts at 1:30 pm (Central time)

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