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Arrangements under the direction of Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home, Oak Lawn, IL. Services to be held at Malec & Sons Funeral Home 600 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL
KAMPWIRTH
Lawrence Paul Kampwirth, 70, moved on to his next adventure last week. He left unexpectedly, but, predictably, living his best life. He'll be profoundly missed by his wife of 38 years, Lorrie, his light; his daughter, Kristin, his heart; his son, Kevin, his hope; and his daughter-in-law, Marissa, his joy. Larry loved life and was awed by the possibilities of each day. When his hands weren't turning soil in his garden, they were searching out the keys of a Mozart piano concerto (emphasis on searching), turning the pages of one of the ten books he'd be currently reading, or shifting his bike gears on any given sunny day. He loved to talk, and be heard. He loved to listen, and understand. He loved to work, and to savor its rewards. A doer, a joiner, a leader, a friend, and a force, he was the glue of a family that includes his beloved brothers Robert (Patricia), Jim, and Donald; favorite sister, Mary Jo Cristino (Steve); and many nieces and nephews. There to greet him are his parents, John and Evelyn, and his brother, Tom, who surely has the jazz records ready to go. Larry loved flowers, but would've preferred donations to Doctors Without Borders, the Red Cross, or the Sierra Club. His sendoff will be Wednesday, May 17 at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, from 3-9 PM, with a mass to follow on Thursday, May 18 at St. Mary of the Woods, 7033 N Moselle Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, at 10:30 AM. Info: 773-774-4100- or www.malecandsonsfh.com
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January 5, 2019
George Reisch
Mr Kampwirth was my 7th grade teacher at St Dominic's in Brookfield. He was the teacher that most shaped me for success. He was truly a gift from God. May God Bless him.
May 23, 2017
Terri McMahon
The Larry McMahon family is deeply saddened by Larry's sudden departure.
We all have such fun memories of him! What a character and when he got together with our dad it was pure laughter!
None of us will forget his deeply moving tribute to our father at dad's church service. I still have it as I am certain my siblings do as well.
He can now be the little angel sitting on your shoulders and taking everything in.
Terri McMahon and family
May 18, 2017
Marianne Strumberger
Our deepest condolences on the death of such a wonderful man who loved life and enjoyed all the joys that he found in it. May Larry always be the angel that watches over your gardens.
May 18, 2017
Robert, et al.
My condolences to you and his family. May he rest in peace.
Joe Hammer, Bradenton Fl.
May 16, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to your family. May all the beautiful memories you have with him bring you peace during this time. Sending all of our love and prayers. Raquel & Henry Ramirez
May 16, 2017
Kathleen Hernandez
My deepest sympathy to the Kampwirth family. Although we have never met, Larry spoke of you all often with his CenturyLink family. He was a unique person and we had lots of good laughs together. He will truly be missed by many.
May 16, 2017
Kathleen Hernandez
My deepest sympathy to Larry's family. Although we have never met, Larry spoke of you all often to his CenturyLink family. He was a unique individual and we all had many laughs together. He will be sorely missed by many.
May 16, 2017
George Estrada
Lorrie and family. Our deepest sympathy. What a beautiful tribute to a great guy. Little did I know when we parted after Mass last Sunday, that it would have been the last time we sang together. I will truly miss you.
Eve and George
May 15, 2017
Jill Phillips
Lorrie, Kristen, (and Kevin, although we've never met)....I am deeply saddened by your loss and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I was so lucky to have known Larry for the past several years. He always brightened my days when he was at the dental office. I can speak on behalf of our entire office when I say we will all miss him greatly. It was an honor to know him.
May 15, 2017
Ralph Larosa
RIP my friend. Our lose is heavens gain Larry.....
May 15, 2017
Leo Cassidy
Leo and I are very sorry for your loss.
May 15, 2017
A well written tribute to a great guy. RIP Larry....see you sooner than later old friend.
John Hughes
May 14, 2017
Lorrie, Kristen and Kevin,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your words and thoughts are a wonderful tribute. It was always fun to run into him gardening and seeing his Christmas lights. He was a great neighbor.
Barb Hann
May 14, 2017
Joanne Migon
Lorrie and family, so sorry for your loss. We had some great times in our early MCI days. God be with you! Joanne Peters Migon
May 14, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
May 14, 2017
Philip Wayne
I remember Larry, from our days at St. Patrick High School. We were both in glee club. Rest in God's hands, Larry.
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