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Jack Fohn Obituary

Jack H. Fohn was born on October 1, 1919 in Hondo, TX and passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at the age of 88. Jack was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle who dearly loved his relatives and friends. Jack was a founding member of St. Margaret Mary Parish where he was the first Parish Council President. He also served as Eucharistic minister, lector, usher, and as a member of many other organizations. He retired from Kelly AFB as a Civilian Personnel Specialist, and served in the U. S. Air Force during WW II. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Bertha Nuemann Fohn; brothers, Milton, Clarence, Victor, Elmer, Horace and Jimmy and his two children, Richard Fohn and Marian Fohn Baird. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Theresa Kotara Fohn; granddaughter, Christa Fohn Johnson and her husband, Tracy; great-grandsons, Nicholas and Hunter Johnson; brother, Edward Fohn and his wife, Chalia; sisters-in-law, Bertha, Ruby and Jane Fohn; extended family Mark, Lauren, Alex and Emily Baird; niece and care-giver, Chrissy Fohn Koenig and numerous nieces, nephews and a host of dear friends. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 5, 2008 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1314 Fair Ave. at 6:00 p.m. with a Wake service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. A special thank you to everyone at Esplanade Gardens, Heart to Heart Homecare and Odyssey Hospice. Also to Jane for her loving care of Jack's best friend, Annie. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Margaret Mary Church building fund or the American Heart Association, 8415 Wurzbach San Antonio, TX 78229. Sunset Funeral Home.


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Published by San Antonio Express-News from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2008.

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Lynne Brown

September 8, 2008

Mrs. Fohn, I was sorry to hear of your loss. Although it has been a number of years, I still remember fondly all the help you gave mom and the favors you did for me of checking on her so I didn't have to drive across town when her phone was off the hook. You both were a blessing as neighbors. My prayers are with you. Lynne Brown (Lucy and Fred Arend's daughter)

Rosemarie Kaminski-Graham

September 7, 2008

Teresa,
So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was a very special person. May God bless you. We love you cousin. On behalf of Agnes Kotara Pruske and her daughters.

Kenneth Fohn

September 7, 2008

Aunt Terry, Our hearts are truly saddened at the loss of Uncle Jack. It is a real blessing to have enjoyed so many wonderful years with you and Uncle Jack. The love and kindness that you have shown will always be in our hearts. I can only imagine what the "FOHN REUNION" in Heaven must be like as Uncle Jack strolls through the Gates and joins the others. May God bless and keep you.

Kenneth & Glenna, Shelley, Shannon, Corey Fohn

Elaine and Arno Haecker

September 6, 2008

We were sorry to learn of your loss. Years have passed but we have great memories of you and the friendship between our families growing up. God bless you!

Barbara Alvarado

September 5, 2008

Mrs. Fohn: I am so sorry to hear of your dear husband's passing. The two of you have been in my thoughts and prayers as you always remembered me, your God-daughter. We will all miss Mr. Fohn's big smile and friendly conversation. May the Lord bless you and keep you in the shelter of His wing.

Mark Till

September 5, 2008

Dear Aunt Terry, We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Jack. What a great man---such a big heart and smile, and he always knew my name. We love you, and have you in our thoughts and prayers. Mark and Amber Till, Kendyl & Joseph.

Susan Biela- Bocanegra

September 5, 2008

Christa,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Louis Fohn

September 5, 2008

Dear Terry: My brothers & I always enjoyed seeing you and Jack at gatherings in D'Hanis & Hondo. You were always gracious to find us and visit about the Fohn Family. It is never easy to give up those we love, but we can give them up to the Lord, who wants us all in his Kingdom. Now, we can direct our prayers heavenward to Jack, to carry them to the Lord Himself. what a privilege! We hope to see you, Terry, when we are in the same area. Sincerely, Louis Fohn

John and Dorothy Gehrke

September 5, 2008

Mrs. Fohn,
You have our deepest sympathy. You and Mr. Fohn were always so friendly and gracious to us.
From Marian's friends,
John and Dorothy Gehrke

Elberta Fiebrich

September 5, 2008

Dear Aunt Terry, Our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of our sweet Uncle Jack. Always a smile on his face and a kind word to say. He put up a very courageous fight but finally had to give in to God's calling. We will miss him very much and I know your loss will be deeply felt. We love you, David and Elberta Fiebrich

Sister Colette

September 4, 2008

Terry,
You will be in my prayers. May God give you strength and comfort at this time. Much peace to you.

Joy Ulrich

September 4, 2008

Aunt Terry:

I love you and my heart is with you. I hope it is a comfort to know Uncle Jack is now in the everlasting joy and light of heaven, with Larry, his brothers, Popo and Grandma Fohn, but most especially, with Ricky and Marian.

Love,
Joy

September 4, 2008

I AND THE STAFF EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. IT HAS BEEN SOME TIME SINCE I LAST SPOKE WITH JACK; BUT, I STILL REMEMBER HIS CANDOR AND FRIENDLY VOICE. GOD BLESS YOU (FAMILY). SINCERELY, JOE DE LEON AND STAFF - ALLSTATE INS. CO.

Senator Leticia Van de Putte, R. Ph.

September 4, 2008

To the family of Jack h. Fohn:

I offer my condolences on the death of Jack H. Fohn. I read in the Express-News that he was a veteran of World War II. As Chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations, I deeply appreciate the military service he provided for our great nation. God bless you and your family during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Barb & Tom Wilcox

September 4, 2008

Terry, we are so sorry to hear the news! Theresa sent the info to us via email. Tom and I will keep you all in our prayers.

Janice Stolle

September 4, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of Jack. He was a wonderful man and never met a stranger in his lifetime. Our Lord sure has a fine "angel" with Him now to do His battle. We will sorely miss him. God bless you Theresa.
Love,
Mary Moczygemba and Janice Moczygemba Stolle

Mary Ann Schirmer

September 4, 2008

Dear Theresa, My deepest sympathy on Jack's passing. May God grant you peace. Know that Jack is in God's arms and there is no more pain or sorrow. Love, Mary Ann Kotara Schirmer

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