Edward L. Tollefson
Of Arlington Heights

Edward L. Tollefson was born November 12, 1932, in Chicago, to Edward and Margaret (nee Harlow) Tollefson. He died Tuesday, July 10, 2007, at his home.

Mr. Tollefson was a sales representative for Curwood, Inc., a division of Bemis Corp., for many years before retiring. He served in the Army in the engineering division.

His survivors include his wife of 49 years, Terri (nee French), whom he married March 14, 1958; his children,. Lindsay (Donald) Brooks of San Diego, Calif., Tracy (Thomas) Leach of Chicago, IL, Colin (Marina) Tollefson of Geneva, IL, Amy (Jerry) Mitchell of Brecksville, OH; his grandchildren Katherine, Andrew and Anna Mitchell, and Carter Brooks; and his sister Carol Kagerer of Barrington, IL.

Edward is preceded in death by his sister, Leslie Lumkes, and his parents.

Service and Interment were private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to American Heart Assn., Memorials & Tributes, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.