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William John “Bill” Erlbacher

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Birth	:	24 Nov 1938 Union Township, Shelby County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	30 Mar 2022 Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Joseph Cemetery, Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.7797012, -95.4207993
Description	:	KNOD Radio - Harlan, Iowa - Mass of Christian Burial for 83 year old William John Erlbacher of Earling will be held on Saturday, April 2nd, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Earling beginning at 10:30pm with burial in the St. Joseph's Cemetery in Earling. William passed away on Tuesday, March 29th, at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. Survivors include his wife Joanie of Earling; children, Michelle Kenkel of Omaha, NE, Jacquie Vrbicky and husband Corrie of Omaha, NE, Michael Erlbacher and wife Susie of Harlan, Dave Erlbacher and wife Jolene of Harlan, Shawn Erlbacher and wife KhaTu of... Read More	KNOD Radio - Harlan, Iowa - Mass of Christian Burial for 83 year old William John Erlbacher of Earling will be held on Saturday, April 2nd, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Earling beginning at 10:30pm with burial in the St. Joseph's Cemetery in Earling. William passed away on Tuesday, March 29th, at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. Survivors include his wife Joanie of Earling; children, Michelle Kenkel of Omaha, NE, Jacquie Vrbicky and husband Corrie of Omaha, NE, Michael Erlbacher and wife Susie of Harlan, Dave Erlbacher and wife Jolene of Harlan, Shawn Erlbacher and wife KhaTu of Papillion, NE; 16 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mildred "Mick" Graeve, and Joanne Kohles. Visitation will be held from 4pm to 7pm Friday, April 1st, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Earling with a Knights of Columbus Rosary at the church beginning at 7pm. The Pauley Jones Funeral Home in Harlan is in charge of the arrangements. --- William John Erlbacher November 24, 1938 - March 29, 2022 William John Erlbacher was born on November 24,1938 on the family farm three miles north of Earling, he was the youngest of six children of Leonard and Valeria. Bill attended St. Joseph's Catholic School where he enjoyed playing basketball and baseball, graduating in 1957. In 1962 Bill married Joan Gross, also from rural Earling, where they raised six children, Michelle, Jacquie, Mike, Dave, Shawn, and Chad. Being raised on the family farm taught Bill the meaning of an honest day's work, this work ethic would endure for over 30 years. In 1961, Bill and brother-in-law Owen Heese partnered and purchased the Skelly service station; they also built three car washes over their 30-year relationship. The success Bill and Owen shared is a testimony of hard work, friendship and respect. Later Bill purchased a Casey's store then built and operated another car wash with his son until his retirement in 2010. Bill influenced his son Shawn, son-in-law Corrie, brother-in-law Damian Gross and good friend John Bruck to each build successful car washes of their own, a tribute to his business sense. Bill was a great husband, father, grandfather and a friend to so many people. Bill enjoyed family vacations to Okoboji, and reunions with the inlaws. There was nothing more entertaining than listening to the dry humor of Dickie Erlbacher as Donnie, Al Greave and Denny Kohles laughed along. Fishing trips to South Dakota with Corrie and his family were also special to Bill, he loved a cup of coffee and conversation more than the size of the fish. Bill loved his grandkids, they came second to none, adamantly attending their sporting, school or church functions were of utmost importance. Bingo night, pickup rides, and ice cream were always a favorite with the kids. Whether He was caring for a baby while her mother attended college or hosting a weekend with four busy girls, those moments meant the world to him. The one constant in Bill's life was his faith in God, reflected in his church attendance, community service and moral code, with the hope of attaining the glory of eternal life. Bill led a good life, he was a hard working man, a good husband and provider for his family, a good friend to all, and a humble servant of our Lord. Thank you, Bill, for your life, shared! Bill died March 29, 2022 and was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Valeria Erlbacher, his son Chad Erlbacher, his sister Grace Heese, brothers Donald and Richard Erlbacher. He is survived by his wife Joanie Erlbacher of Earling, IA; children Michelle Kenkel of Omaha, NE; Jacquie (Corrie) Vrbicky of Omaha, NE; Michael (Susan) Erlbacher of Harlan, IA; David (Jolene) Erlbacher of Harlan, IA; Shawn (KhaTu) Erlbacher of Papillion, NE; 16 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; siblings Mildred "Mick" Graeve of Earling, IA; Joanne Kohles of Earling, IA; sister-in-law Mary Erlbacher and Pam Erlbacher. Memorials can be made in memory of Bill to Birthright of Council Bluffs, Priest For Life or St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Earling, Iowa. Visitation APR 1. 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Knights of Columbus Rosary APR 1. 7:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial APR 2. 10:30 AM St. Joseph's Catholic Church - 212 Second Street - Earling, IA 51530 Burial St. Joseph's Cemetery North of HWY 37 on Rd M16 (AKA HWY 191) on East side of the road Earling, IA 51530

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Where is William John “Bill” Erlbacher's memorial?
William John “Bill” Erlbacher's memorial is located at: Saint Joseph Cemetery, Earling, Shelby County, USA.
When did William John “Bill” Erlbacher death?
William John “Bill” Erlbacher death on 30 Mar 2022 in Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the William John “Bill” Erlbacher's memorial?
Latitude: 41.7797012
Longitude: -95.4207993

Family Members:

Parent

Leonard J. Erlbacher Jr.

(1890 - 1969)

Valeria Mary Koesters Erlbacher

(1904 - 1999)

Spouse

Joanie Mary Gross Erlbacher

(1941 - unknow)

Siblings

Mildred T “Mick” Erlbacher Graeve

(1928 - unknow)

Grace Elizabeth Erlbacher Heese

(1930 - 2011)

Joanne Mary Erlbacher Kohles

(1932 - unknow)

Donald Leonard Erlbacher

(1934 - 2018)

Richard Joseph “Dick” Erlbacher

(1936 - 2006)

Children

Chad Alban Erlbacher

(1976 - 1990)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7797012, -95.4207993

2. Saint Boniface Cemetery
Westphalia, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7219009, -95.3944016

3. Saint Marys Cemetery
Panama, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7332993, -95.4811020

4. Washington Township Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.7305984, -95.4867020

5. Gallands Grove RLDS Holcomb Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8342018, -95.4788971

6. Doyle Cemetery
Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8051000, -95.5087000

7. Union Township Cemetery
Defiance, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8269005, -95.3471985

8. Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery
Defiance, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8269005, -95.3450012

9. Abel Galland Memorial Cemetery
Manteno, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8370000, -95.4932500

10. Manteno Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8343964, -95.5367355

11. Rose Hill Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7317009, -95.2767029

12. Slates Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7605000, -95.2521000

13. Buck Grove Cemetery
Buck Grove, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9067841, -95.3839722

14. Astor Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8636017, -95.2853012

15. Lincoln Township Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6422005, -95.4028015

16. Harlan Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6594505, -95.3281403

17. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Dunlap, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8446999, -95.5939026

18. Saint Mary's Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6519012, -95.5233002

19. Dow City Cemetery
Dow City, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9219017, -95.5119019

20. Oak Hill Cemetery
Irwin, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7813988, -95.2074966

21. Butler Cemetery
Arion, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9364014, -95.4627991

22. Cass Township Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6272115, -95.4958362

23. Washington Township Cemetery
Buck Grove, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9354000, -95.3387000

24. Crawford County Poor Farm Cemetery
Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9508216, -95.4308331