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George was the beloved husband for 48 years to Susan (ne? Theis). Devoted father of Stefanie and Markus (Arthur Roovers);
Doting Opa of Melanie and Jillian Lewis; fond brother of Maria (the late Stefan) Zimmer, Trudi Bartakovics, Konrad (Linda) Kirschner; brother-in-law of Laurie (Mike) Fischer. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by siblings Paul and Anton Kirschner and Anne Mueller.
Visitation 9:30-10:30 am Thursday, July 20th at St. Hubert Church, 729 Grand Canyon St, Hoffman Estates; with Mass to follow 10:30-11:30. Interment private.
George was born in Austria on April 19, 1949 and immigrated to Chicago as a child. He was an Army Veteran of the 101st Airborne where he served in Vietnam and earned a Purple Heart. He was a member of the Green-White Soccer Club and VFW Bloomingdale Post 7539.
George worked in various capacities in public works in Oak Park, Arlington Heights and Elmhurst District 205 before retiring to enjoy the roles he coveted most: best Opa and breakfast companion to his beloved friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, donations to VFW Bloomingdale Post 7539,
attn: Cliff Hall c/o Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale, IL 60108 appreciated
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Helene Lorenz
August 4, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the family.
Rosie Stengel
July 23, 2023
May God bless you, Susan, Stephanie, Marcus, & the grandchildren and your whole family in this time of sorrow. George was a sweet fun loving great guy & soccer coach as I remember him!
Janet Monak
July 19, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the family.
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Marianne & Val Strumberger
July 19, 2023
George was a guy who always had a smile on his face. He was always so pleasant and joyful. He enjoyed life and was so grateful for his loving family. Our condolences to Sue and Stefanie and Markus.
Amanda
July 19, 2023
Uncle George was so loved, he gave great hugs and his smile made others smile! We are blessed to have known him and grateful to have had him in our lives. We will miss him, and we pray for his family and for continuous comfort and Peace! Kurt, Amanda, Vivian and Jakob Hummel
Tony & Helga Zimmer
July 18, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. George was a great person and friend. He will always be remembered for his great big smile . He will be missed by many friends and family.
Carol Davison
July 18, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Susan Stefanie and Markus at this very difficult time. George was amazing in so many ways. May he rest in peace . Sending prayers to the family From Clifford and Carol Davison
Monika Kustra and Family
July 18, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to your family. He was always a kind and caring man who will be greatly missed by all. Monika Kustra and Family
Leni Micevic and Family
July 18, 2023
Susan, Stefanie, and Markus, our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We
all loved George and he will always be remembered for his great big smile and kind heart.
He was like one of our brothers as we were growing up. May he rest in peace.
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