Jewel L Laabs (Barg)
(1928 - 2018)

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Jewel L Laabs (Barg)

Birth:
Wisconsin, United States of America
April 30, 1928

Passing:
Illinois, United States of America
July 24, 2018

Interests:
Family, Painting, Knitting, Sewing, Music, Writing, Gardening
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Jewel joined her Lord in heaven July 24, 2018, at the age of 90. Jewel is the loving wife of Charles W. Laabs for 66 years and the loving mother of Jonathan (June) Laabs, David (Karen) Laabs, Timothy (Jennifer) Laabs, and Christopher (Anita) Laabs. Jewel’s love and dedication to family extended to her grandchildren Joshua (Heidi) Laabs, Cameron Laabs, Daniel (Allison) Laabs, Kaleena (Travis) Tolsma, Jeffrey Laabs, Thomas (Kristin) Laabs, Veronica Laabs, Charles C. Laabs & Noah Laabs. Another great joy in her life was to spend time with her great-grandchildren Macie and Vivienne Laabs, and Harper and Tucker Tolsma.
Born and married in Milwaukee, Jewel and Chuck settled in Maywood, living in the same house for 46 years before becoming part of a senior community in Northlake.
Jewel was a strong Christian who faithfully served at St. Paul Lutheran Church for 50 years including 15 years as church secretary. Besides generously volunteering her time at St. Paul, she also was involved with several service groups at Concordia University Chicago.
Jewel expressed artistic talent, warmth, and love through her paintings of family and God’s creation, as well as knitting, sewing, theater, music and gardening.

Visitation and the Celebration of Life Service will take place on Saturday, August 11, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1025 Lake St, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Visitation - 10:00-11:00am
Celebration of Life service - 11:00
Fellowship and Lunch - Noon

Please send memorials to an organization of your choice. Suggested memorials are below.
- St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1025 Lake St, Melrose
Park, IL 60160
- Charles and Jewel Laabs Endowment for Lutheran
Teacher Education, Foundation Office, Concordia
University Chicago, 7400 Augusta Street, River
Forest, IL 60305


Guest Book Wall (What is this?)
Susie McSwain
(Friend of David)
August 13th, 2018
"David,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. It's evident that Jewel's love of family and God was a blessing to all who knew her. My prayers are with you all "

Someone who cares
August 11th, 2018
"Dear Labbs family,

My heartfelt condolences are extended to you all for the loss of your dear loved one, Jewel. My hope is that the following scripture will bring you a measure of comfort at this difficult time. God promises that very soon, we will be reunited with our loved ones who have passed away. (Isaiah 26:19) "

Wesley Wise
August 10th, 2018
"Jewel was always such a nice and beautiful person. We should all strive to be like Jewel. WE will miss her at our office. "

Rev. Todd Roberts
(Pastor)
August 4th, 2018
"My dearest special friend and co-worker in Christ. We shared a wonderful ministry together. I will never forget how she supported, encouraged and witnessed the love of Christ to me. The crown Jewel now wears is not a crown of jewels but the crown of eternal life given to her by Gods grace through faith alone. "

Charles Novak
(Friend)
July 31st, 2018
""Jewel was truly a child of God. I had the privilege of knowing her through my work as a teacher and then principal of Walther Christian Academy, Lower School on the premises of St. Paul. My prayers go out to the Lord in support of the entire family"
Chuck Novak
July 31st, 2018"

E M
(Neighbor)
July 31st, 2018
"May Our Heavenly Father comfort and strengthen you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. Psalm 94:17-19"

DONNA GLIELMI
(Friend)
July 31st, 2018
"I have only known Jewel for about a year. She always had a smile to give me! She was sweet and pleasant! She will be missed in the Casa San Carlo community!! Eternal Rest Grant Unto Her Oh Lord!"

Laura and Hank Latzke
(friends)
July 31st, 2018
"Jewel - her name said it all. She was such a dear friend! We will treasure our memories of great times we had together in so many different settings. May God's peace be yours now and always.."

Douglas & JoAn MARKWORTH
(Friend of the family)
July 31st, 2018
"I remember our families getting together When I was much younger. Your mom is now part of the heavenly choir. But she will be missed here on earth.

MAY GOD'S BLESSINGS BE ON THE FAMILY AS THEY CELEBRATE AND REMEMBER THEIR MOTHERS AND WIFE GIFTS TO THEM. "

Wendell Robson
(Brother in Christ)
July 31st, 2018
"I met Jewel and Chuck at a National Lutheran Administrator’s Conference in Phoenix a few years ago. They invited me to sit with them at dinner. We enjoyed great conversation as we got to know each other. I know she will be greatly missed by family and friends. I thank God for her and the blessing she has been in the lives of many!"

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Guest Book (14 entries)
David,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. It's evident that Jewel's love of family and God was a blessing to all who knew her. My prayers are with you all
Susie McSwain (Friend of David)
August 13th, 2018
Dear Labbs family,

My heartfelt condolences are extended to you all for the loss of your dear loved one, Jewel. My hope is that the following scripture will bring you a measure of comfort at this difficult time. God promises that very soon, we will be reunited with our loved ones who have passed away. (Isaiah 26:19)
Someone who cares
August 11th, 2018
Jewel was always such a nice and beautiful person. We should all strive to be like Jewel. WE will miss her at our office.
Wesley Wise
August 10th, 2018
My dearest special friend and co-worker in Christ. We shared a wonderful ministry together. I will never forget how she supported, encouraged and witnessed the love of Christ to me. The crown Jewel now wears is not a crown of jewels but the crown of eternal life given to her by Gods grace through faith alone.
Rev. Todd Roberts (Pastor)
August 4th, 2018
"Jewel was truly a child of God. I had the privilege of knowing her through my work as a teacher and then principal of Walther Christian Academy, Lower School on the premises of St. Paul. My prayers go out to the Lord in support of the entire family"
Chuck Novak
July 31st, 2018
Charles Novak (Friend)
July 31st, 2018
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"I had the blessing of serving St. Paul Lutheran School in Melrose Park as principal and learned to love the church family including Jewel and Dr. Laabs. You have been jewels to the church and school. I pray for God's warm embrace to the family.JoyM"
Joy Mullaney
August 8th, 2018
"Jewel was so like her name. A jewel! She was outgoing and welcoming to all, showing the love of her Lord Jesus in all of her interactions with people. I send my condolences to Chuck and to all of her family."
Shirley Morgenthaler
August 7th, 2018
"Jewel was truly a child of God. I had the privilege of knowing her through my work as a teacher and then principal of Walther Christian Academy, Lower School on the premises of St. Paul. My prayers go out to the Lord in support of the entire family"
Chuck Novak
July 31st, 2018

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