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William Gehlbach

[September 18, 2012]  LINCOLN -- William P. Gehlbach, 87, of Lincoln, died Monday, Sept. 17, 2012, at St. Clara's Manor.

(Below is a copy of the obituary from the funeral home.)

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Lincoln-William P. Gehlbach, 87, of Lincoln died September 17, 2012 at St. Clara’s Manor, Lincoln.

Mr. Gehlbach was born on September 2, 1925 in Lincoln, IL the son of Harry J. and Anna Schrader Gehlbach. He married Betty L. Purkey on September 12, 1948.

Bill was a respected general contractor in the Lincoln community. He was a lifelong member of St. John United Church of Christ active in the bell choir and vocal choir. He served in the United States Navy during World War II.

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He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty; daughter, Linda S. (Terry) Leslie; sons, Phillip P. (Becky) Gehlbach; Michael W. (Betsy) Gehlbach; and Thomas E. (Leon Van Winkle) Gehlbach; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and three brothers. Parents and one sister preceded him in death.

At his request, no services will be held. Arrangements for cremation and later interment are being handled by Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to St. John United Church of Christ. Condolences may be sent to 422 Sixth St, Lincoln, IL or 515 Fifth St., Lincoln, IL.