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George Gilbert Gentzel, 76, of Parker, Colorado, Alachua, Florida and Rockton, Illinois passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 17, 2012. George was born May 18, 1936 in Sugar Grove Township, Illinois to Melvin B. and Bertha Gentzel. He was a commercial roofer at Carlson Roofing for many years before retiring. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of High Springs, Florida, Blackhawk BMW riders, collected American Flyer trains and was involved in breeding and showing national caliber Welsh ponies with his wife, Thalia Rinedollar Gentzel.
He is survived by his children: George Gentzel Jr, Laurie Mills, Gary Gentzel, Marcia Harris, Marie Langhoff; his stepdaughters: Molly Rinedollar and Anne Rinedollar; 10 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his beloved and treasured wives Barbara Gentzel (1986) and Thalia Rinedollar Gentzel (2011).
A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 24, 2012 at First United Methodist Church of Belvidere, Belvidere, Illinois at 2 pm.
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Tricia Davey
November 25, 2012
I just loved George and Thalia sorry they had to go
jaybird
November 18, 2012
George dont like talking on facebook sorry to hear about your dad I am glad I got to know your Dad i am sure he didn't agree with alot we did just like my dad but we learned alot from them to make us who we are today. Stay strong buddy, we need to keep in touch.
jerrie Kelly- Eberle
November 18, 2012
Laurie and Family, Sorry for the loss of your Dad.Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Doris Kelsey
November 17, 2012
Sorry I can't make it to the service. May George rest in peace.
Mona Snell
November 17, 2012
You were lucky to have George in your life and your mothers life but he was one lucky fellow to have you as a daughter and Thalia as a partner. He will be remembered for his love for his family.....two legged and four! You are in my thoughts Molly and wish I could be there for you...xx
sally harvey
November 17, 2012
Wish I could be there for the service. Love you George. RIP. Much love to all the family.
Glenda Johnson
November 17, 2012
So sorry to hear of George's passing. I met him through helping Thalia with doctor appts. Such good, nice people.
Sybille Murray
November 17, 2012
George and Thalia both were truly special people. I knew them both very well, and this saddens my heart. May they be re-united in heaven above. My deepest sympathy for all the family and friends.
Carolyn, Ben, Matt Davis
November 16, 2012
Deepest sympathy. He was a wonderful person. Our prayers are with all of you.
November 16, 2012
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Father!
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