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George Balthazor Obituary

BALTHAZOR,GEORGE Former Fond du Lac WI and San Diego, CA, resident "George" Richard Balthazor, born Richard George Balthazor, died on July 3, 2008 at age 86, in San Diego, CA. Upon his death, without recognition nor correct verification of his actually having been a highly decorated World War II veteran, George was declared an "unclaimed indigent". His remains were then cremated and scattered at sea off the coast of San Diego without a veteran's military funeral.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune from Feb. 5 to Feb. 7, 2012.

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Barb Halter

March 4, 2012

RIP George. So great you finally received the recognition for your service for our country. Thank You

Olivia

March 1, 2012

George helped in remodeling my home in the 90's. He was smart, articulate, quiet, reliable, trustworthy and so nice, He knew how to do everything and could make anything work. I can still see him leaning against his truck. Sorry I cannot attend his service. Rest in peace, George. Olivia

Mike Bell

February 6, 2012

A Remembrance has been composed honoring airman Bathazor which may be seen at this link:

http://airforce.togetherweserved.com/profile/154862

February 5, 2012

I met George only once, when I was very young. My father watched his life from afar and always held him in high regard. He fought for good, and this he did exceedingly well. Following military service, George attended UW where he was well liked. He was a gifted writer, authoring his life story while a young teen with a surprising flair. He enjoyed drama, comedy, and was a proud member of the Thespian Society (international theater group). George enjoyed his privacy, and preferred the simple unencumbered life.

Thank you, George for heeding the call of duty when summoned. Your efforts helped make a better world.

Brian Balthazor, Carlsbad, California

Jurg Hinderling

February 5, 2012

George Balthazor is the uncle of my dear friend Brian Balthazor in Carlsbad. George, I salute you and honor you as one of the heroes of that great generation. Thank you for your service! RIP.

Jurg Hinderling, San Diego

Steve Balthazor

February 5, 2012

A posthumous full military Memorial Service with an Air Force Honor Guard and flyover will be held for George at the Fort Rosecrans National Military Cemetery in San Diego on March 2, 2012 at 2:30 PDT. THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO ATTEND THIS SERVICE.

February 5, 2012

George you are starting to get your long deserved recognician as a Military Hero. Will see you at your Memorial Service at Fort Rosecrans Military Cemetery on March 2, 2012 at 2:30 PM

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