Chicago, Illinois
Frederick W. Orth, Sr., beloved husband of 63 years and best friend of Marguerite Orth, nee Martine, died peacefully at his home in LaGrange Highlands on Oct. 4, loving and devoted father of Frederick W. Orth, Jr. (Cheri), Dr. Roger Martine Orth (Barbara), Jeanne Eileen Thomas (Cliff); and...
Read MoreAs I read through the memories already shared, I'm amazed by the number of states and countries represented. Fred touched hearts and lives from his own backyard to around the world. I'm blessed to have been related to him both naturally and spiritually. We have a blessed hope during this time of sorrow. May God wrap his loving arms around you, Pete, and give you strength and peace.
Sally (Misar) Davis
October 27, 2009 | Ft. Myers, FL
Your family has always been so kind and hospitable. As young marrieds I remember thinking what an inspiration and what great role models you were. Fred will be greatly missed, but what wonderful memories you have. Our love and prayers go out to your family.
John & Kathy Spina
October 18, 2009 | Bolingbrook, IL
I am sorry we are unable to attend Fred's service as I know I would hear so much about thre rich life he lived. It was a privilege to have known him.
Priscilla Brinkman
October 18, 2009 | Geneva, IL
I first met "the Chief" in my formative years. He was always patient, understanding, knowledgeable and had something in the gargage that could fix anything! He truly was a fine human being. My thoughts are with all of you.
Rick Brinkman
October 18, 2009 | Geneva, IL
It was my privilege to have known Fred as a friend and patient. Always positive and upbeat, he was a joy to be around. Susan & I extend our thoughts and best wishes to the Orth family. We know you have wonderful memories of a life well lived. The Haines family.
Norm Haines
October 15, 2009 | Pensacola, FL
We were so sorry to here of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Orth family.
The Woodall Family
Scott & Angie Woodall
October 14, 2009 | Scottsboro, AL
Ever since we moved from Pittsburgh to the Chicago area in 1986 Fred and Pete had become part of our family. They were extremely nice to us and set a wonderful example of a great Christian couple. In them we saw God’s love and God's grace. Fred and Pete came to our son, Jonathan’s first month celebration (a Chinese tradition) and attended our daughter, Lily’s wedding. They invited us to their 50th Anniversary and Christmas family reunion. They treated us just like their own family. In 1995...
Weiren & Yuanfang Chou
October 13, 2009 | Aurora, IL
With lift you in our prayers
the Modica Family
Charles &Sarah Modica
October 13, 2009 | Seaside, FL
Dear Pete and Family,
How I remember Cousin Fred...Fun to talk with, to share childhood memories, always a smile whenever I was privileged to see him.
Pete, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort in this time of need.
Sincere sympathy, Arnie and Millie Tatter Spilly, (Carmel, Indiana)
October 13, 2009
