George H. Engel, M.D., age 79 of Las Vegas, NV, and of Big Rock, IL passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. He was born on March 14, 1942 in Chicago, IL. The son of George J. and Adeline M. (Bianco) Engel.

George was a very proud Veteran of the United States Army having served two tours as Captain with the 25th Infantry Medical Division during the war in Vietnam. He was a Bronze Star Recipient.

George was united in marriage to Asanee Akarapanich Lertsburapa, M.D. on September 5, 1973 in Elmwood Park, IL. They spent the next 47 happy years together until her passing on February 13, 2021. George practiced and taught medicine (Dermatology, dermapathology, cosmetic surgery and MOHS-micrographic surgery) for many years, in the Chicagoland area.

George was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle and will be deeply missed by his family and countless good friends spanning across the globe. George's life was a life lived to the fullest. He had a great passion for traveling, history, hunting and farming.

George is survived by his children, Kathryn (Perry) of Oak Brook, IL, George J. of Oswego, IL and Anthony (Heidi) of Downers Grove, IL; his grandchildren, Maya, Giana and Caleb ; also his brother, Richard (Constance) of CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, George J and Adeline M. Engel; and his wife, Asanee Engel, M.D.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in memory of George H. Engel, MD to the Vietnam Veterans of America, 8719 Colesville Rd., Ste. 100, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, (301) 585-4000 or at www.vva.org/donate. Funeral and Interment Services will be private with burial taking place in Oak Grove Cemetery, Bristol, IL. A family memorial celebration will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory, www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com or (630) 553-7611.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 4, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for George Engel

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JORIE PEIRCE

February 1, 2022

My Dear friend You , your honestly & smiling face are so missed.

Katherine Warpeha

July 31, 2021

When I was young George often would come fishing and hunting with us to Bull Valley and other places, as he and Asanee were good family friends. While I didn't hunt myself, often would get tips to get to 99/100 clay pigeons. He told good stories, and was a big fan of travel and history. George and Asanee were well read and that was another thing we talked about--books. We would always go to eat after being out, and when I got into arguments with George, my Pop would have to intervene because he felt sorry for George, even though he was a tough opponent. He and Asanee were full of laughter and good times, and I have only good memories of them both. They were generous friends, and very fond of their family members. I will miss them both, and hope the reflection of memories will be a comfort to the family.

Kathi Soprano Russo

July 13, 2021

I was honored to know and work with George and Asanee during the time they choose to relocate residence to Nevada. I was fortunate to assist them in several transactions. During that time we spent alot of time together here in Las Vegas and developed a close friendship. I will miss you my friend

RIP

Kathi Soprano

Jackie Engel Tilles

April 11, 2021

My brother Bill and I grew up with George and his brother Richard in Elmwood Park in the 1950s and early 60s. We enjoyed family gatherings together and especially relished Aunt Lee's turkey dinners. We were blessed to know George's wife,
Asanee, and attend his children's wedding ceremonies. Family connections are a wonderful gift and our times together will never be forgotten. Our cousin George will be missed.

Mark Gorogianis

April 6, 2021

I was saddened to hear the news of the passing of your dear Father. May you find peace in the many fond memories he left your family. May he rest in eternal peace.

William Engel

April 5, 2021

I am sad to hear of George's passing. I have fond memories of him as a dedicated veteran, outstanding doctor, creative home builder, and dedicated husband to Asanee. I will always remember the gracious host he was at his farm with gatherings of family and many friends! He had a contagious smile and seemed to enjoy the full life he lived! I will miss my cousin and offer sympathy to his family.

Mary Feeney

April 4, 2021

Sorry to hear of George´s passing. I am grateful to George for saving my life in 1982 when I was diagnosed with Melanoma cancer. I was one of ten people in his trial procedure to cure Melanoma.

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