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Edward Fahnestock Obituary

Fahnestock, Edward George, 62, CEO and owner of Fahnestock Plumbing, HVAC and Electric, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2010. Rosary 7 p.m., Monday, January 18 and Funeral Mass 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 19, both at Church of the Magdalen. George was born July 26, 1947 and raised in Wichita, was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity-Kansas Delta, and graduated from Wichita State University in 1969 with a BA in Business. Fahnestock HVAC is a 4th generation company started by George's grandfather, Ed and his father, Ted in 1946. George was actively involved in many community organizations including the Boys and Girls Club of South Central Kansas, Goodwill Industries Easter Seals of Kansas, the Kansas Humane Society of Wichita, The Lord's Diner, United Way of the Plains, Wichita Children's Home, and Wichita State University. He was the Alzheimer's Memory Walk Corporate Chair in 2008 and the ALS Walk Corporate Recruitment Chair in 2009. Survivors: wife, DeeAnne (Brittain) Fahnestock; children, Eric Fahnestock (Amy) of Wichita, Eddie Fahnestock and Haley Fahnestock of the home; brother, Paul Fahnestock of Bonita Springs, FL; sisters, Sally Hale of Indian Lake, OH and Susan Aenchbacher of Roanoke, TX; grandchildren, Eli Fahnestock and Avery Fahnestock. The family request donations be made to the charity of your choice. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Tributes may be sent to the family via www.dlwichita.com.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Jan. 17 to Jan. 19, 2010.

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Debra Smith

January 19, 2010

I never new George even though he was a member of our church. But it sounds like he had a big heart. I know he was well liked by the looks of all the flowers at church this morning. The room was full of beautiful flowers. I will be praying for him.

Tricia Phillips

January 19, 2010

I am sadden by this nes and so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are you. Wichita is a better place because of George, what an amazing generous soul.

John Ottaviano

January 18, 2010

George taught me plenty and I might not be in business today if it weren't for much of his advice as a part of the 89ers Mix Group. He was a good friend and a great mentor. My deepest condolences to Deanne, Eric and the children.

Olivia Martin

January 18, 2010

My deepest condolences go out to Eric and the rest of his family. George was a very sweet and giving man and and I am very sorry to hear about his loss. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

stacy w

January 18, 2010

sorry about your loss, our town will forever miss a guy who BELIEVED thanks for everything you've done for wichita

Michael McClendon

January 17, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and in the days ahead~ May the Lord hold you close and be your comfort and strength.

With our deepest sympathy,

Mike and Robi McClendon
(friends of Eric and Amy)

Gay Schueller

January 17, 2010

Dear Sally, Steve, and all of your families: I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers along with my belief of George resting within the love of our Lord. Please let me know if there is anything I could do for you- even if it's only to talk. Love, Gay

JAMES DUNN

January 17, 2010

GEORGE HELPED ME BECOME A SHEET METAL WORKER YEARS AGO. I HAVE NEVER FORGOTTEN HOW MUCH HE HELPED ME iI WAS VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING AND HOPE THAT
ALL THE PEOPLE THAT LOVED HIM AND WHAT HE DID FOR THEM
WILL BRING YOU COMFORT IN THESE STESSFUL TIMES. GO WITH GOD

Denver Bland

January 17, 2010

My sincere condolences to the family of George Fahnestock.

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