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George Wetzel Obituary

Wetzel, George R. Age 70, Korean War Army Veteran, beloved husband of Elizabeth; loving father of George (Barbara) Wetzel Jr., Julie (Ron) Christianson, Debra (Wayne Piper) Blaney, Michael (Cindy) Wetzel and David (Candie) Wetzel; Cherished grandfather of Joseph, Steven, Jennifer, Matthew, Natalie, Rachel, Michael Jr., Christopher, Tyler, Nicole, Jessica, Amanda, Joshua, Samantha, Emily and George; proud great-grandfather of Alex; devoted brother of Arthur Wetzel. Visitation Sunday 3 to 9 PM. Service Monday 11:00 AM at Lawn Funeral Home 7909 State Road (5500 W) Burbank, IL 60459. Interment private. Member of Carpenter's Union Local #74. Funeral Info: 708-636-2320

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 4, 2011.

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Laura Losacco

December 5, 2011

"Miss" Betty and Family,
George was a great man/ a great father / a great husband,but most of all a great friend. I have been blessed to get to know George over the years. He will be watching over all of you . He is truely going to be missed. Im sure gonna miss his laugh, smile and our crazy conversations!!

Joyce Gustafson

December 4, 2011

Dear Betty and Family,
Larry and I are so sorry to hear about George. What a GREAT Man! George will surely be missed.
May God bring You All Peace, knowing George is already pain free and just in Awe of such beauty and Love from Our Precious Father!
You and The Family are in our prayers, asking God to give All of You Strength and much Peace during this very difficult time.
Love and prayers,
Larry and Joyce

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