Alexander “Alex” Marthaler
Alexander “Alex” Marthaler, age 29, passed away suddenly. Loving son of Erin and Tom Marthaler of LaGrange; loving brother of Bridget (Pat Caragher), Kathleen (Dave Macfadden) and Sergei; companion of Betty Lowe; fond nephew, uncle and cousin. Alex was born in Russia and was adopted in 1997 at the age of 4. He grew up in LaGrange and lived in Marysville, CA. Friends and family are invited to gather on Wednesday, Aug. 24 at St. Francis Xavier Church, 124 N Spring Ave, La Grange, IL 60525 from 10am to 11am, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11am. For those unable to attend in person the Livestream will begin at 11am via https://www.facebook.com/SFXParish.LG/live/. Burial services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Adoption – Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago https://www.catholiccharities.net Funeral Info: 708-352-6500.
Tom and Erin,
My heart is heavy with yours as you carry this loss in the death of Alex . May he be at peace. And may you experience a close presence of our comforting God as you mourn his passing and celebrate your fondest memories of Alex. My prayer is with you.
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Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all at this time. May Alex rest in the loving hands of God.
Sr. Georgia, FSPA
I am so sad to hear of this news. Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you and your family. I will pray for Alex and for your entire family during this time of loss. God Bless you and your family.
Tom and Erin,
My deepest condolences to each of you. I cannot imagine what you are going through at this time. I can only hope and believe that your faith and your love will carry you through.
Please know that I will be out of the country next week and unavailable to attend services for Alex.
But you and your family will be in my thought in prayers.
God bless!
Derrick Blakley
IVC Kolbe House Volunteer
Dear Erin and Tom, We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Alex, you and your family are in our prayers for comfort at this difficult time.
Love,
JoAnn and Dave
Tom, Erin and all of Alex’s loved ones,
I am so sorry for this loss and pain. Know that you are in the hearts and prayers of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration during this tender time. We pray in gratitude for Alex’s life and the love you shared with him.
In prayer,
Sr. Eileen McKenzie, FSPA
President, Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration
Hi my name is Betty and was Alex’s fiance. My prayers are with him and his family. He was an amazing man, he found me when I was at rock bottom in my life, and showed me that I wasn’t alone and changed my life. He showed me what love is and gave me hope and something to live for. You raised a amazing young man Erin & Tom! He’s in heaven looking down watching over us now !
I love and miss Alex, my children called him Dad and he was always there for me! I’m sorry for our loss Mr. And mrs. marthaler My children Elijah, Opal and Rikki called his dad and loved him very much
Tom, Erin, and All of Alex’s loved ones,
Words are inadequate for such an enormous loss of love. We pray for your strength and loving support for one another at this time. Prayer & Care.
Mike Philipp & Claudette Nowell-Philipp
Tom, Erin and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of Alex. May the good memories of your time together strengthen you now and forever. May Alex Rest In Peace.
Tom & Erin and family: I am sorry to read of Alex’s unexpected passing. Words are inadequate at this time, so please know of prayers and support as you grieve the loss of Alex.
Peace,
Alex was mine and my children’s best friends my kids loved him dearly they called him Mr. Mom. He got my three girls and all my foster kids up and ready their first day of school last two years un a row he was my family he was like my brother Amanda was like his mom which is one of our friends too that took us all in at our worst and I not my kids will be the same without Alex I am so heartbroken and so are mychildren he was one of the best men I knew and we will forever miss him. Alex we love you and miss you horribly I am so hurt that you were alone and no one was there with you it hurts my heart. Why is all I want to know is why. We loved you Alex.
Erin, Tom, and family,
I am sorry to hear about Alex’s unexpected passing away. May the good Lord guard and protect your family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with your family.
Dear Erin and Tom, we are deeply touched in sorrow, hearing about your beloved son’s untimely passing. We wish to express to you and your entire family our hearfelt sympathy. May all the good memories of Alex stay alive and bring you peace, hope and strength. May Alex rest in peace! With all our best wishes!
Tom and Erin
I am so saddened to hear the loss of Alex. May he rest in peace and you knowing that he is looking down and smiling on you and your whole family.
Liz and Jason Babb
Tom, Erin and Family,
I am so saddened by your loss. My daughter Maria remembers him as such a kind loving person. My prayers along with sharing the prayers of my SFX students are with you all. We will say a prayer for him and for you tomorrow in school. Peace to you all. – Jean Hruby (Vondrasek)
Our sympathies to Erin, Tom, and their family for the loss of Alex. We know Erin and Tom loved Alex and cared deeply about him. May he Rest In Peace.
Love,
Nancy and Tom Dyer
Growing up, Alex was the cool kid we’d hang out with on the other side of our block. I have fond memories of his backyard swingset, and his brother, and him. I don’t know what I’d say to him if I had another chance. If he was still around, I’d prefer to listen instead.
I’m saddened for what Erin, Tom, the family, and the world have lost. May all come to peace.
alex was a very smart kid loving funny respectful kind love always and 4 ever just know god is always with u kid love heather n john for life we always keep u close in our hearts n prayers love ya kid