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1951
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2015
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George Kachelhoffer Obituary
Des Moines
George Earl Kachelhoffer was born on December 25, 1951, in Des Moines, IA to George and Norma (Van Ginkel) Kachelhoffer. He worked most of his life at American Family Insurance as an auto adjuster. George passed away on July 16, 2015 at home. He will be cremated and no services are planned.
George is survived by his mother, Norma Kachelhoffer, and brother, John Kachelhoffer.
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Friends of George 7/23/2015
Chris Gourley
July 23, 2015
The sailing friends of George got together to remember the good times we had with George on 7/23/2015. There were a lot of fond memories of a person who touched in a positive way a lot of people.
Mary Hamilton
July 20, 2015
George was a part of my life from the very beginning - our parents were best of friends. I will miss you always, your laughter, friendship, unconditional love and willingness to always be there for your friends. Rest in peace and say hi to your dad and brother for me.
Debbie Sample Foglesong
July 19, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jan Sample-Marker
July 18, 2015
So long old friend. You will forever be remembered by all the ones who loved you....
Babby Schmitz
July 18, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear this news. I've known George for years, and will always remember his smile and his sense of humor. My condolences to the entire family during this sad time.
July 18, 2015
Like a brother so many memories my friend.
God Bless, Chuck and Melanie Overton
Ed Dixon
July 18, 2015
George and Randy (Altered States) part of a fun and exciting Hobie days -seems like only yesterday. We will miss George. Ed & Lois Dixon
Mike Robinson
July 17, 2015
Good bye, George. You certainly left your mark on this world.
Kim Bob Brittain
July 17, 2015
I meet George at Bob Brown Chevrolet were we worked together as seniors in high school. Soon after, we hooked up on the lake together, sharing our experiences with many other great people. Never say George unhappy or down in the dumps, he always had a smile on his face and was ready to party! That's the George I knew and will remember. Loved you George
Kirk Beavers
July 17, 2015
I was sorry to hear about George and like Betty was looking forward to seeing him at Tech High 45 reunion picnic.
July 17, 2015
RIP George....
Randy and Deb Anderson
Betty Fisher Daniels
July 17, 2015
I am very saddened to hear of George's passing. He was a terrific person and I was looking forward to seeing him at our 45th high school reunion.
George in his Sunday best.
Chris & Kathy Gourley
July 17, 2015
We met George through sailing and Hobie Fleet 84. He had the ability to always put a smile on your face. There are some shots of George in this sailing video that was produced by PM Magazine over 30 years ago.
The George in this video is the one we'll always remember.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CxhBNkqb-M
We saddened to know George is no longer with us but we will always have our fond memories of the times we had with him.
Chris and Kathy Gourley
Jim and Debbie Rasley
July 17, 2015
Rest in peace George!
Randy Walker
July 17, 2015
George was a good guy, and will be missed.
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