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Karl Theis Obituary

Theis, Karl H. born on January 18, 1924, in Gummersbach, Germany. He passed away on August 19, 2006, in Elmhurst, IL. He was the loving father of Susan (George) Kirschner of Hoffman Estates, IL and Laurie (Mike) Fischer of Fairfield, CA, cherished grandfather of Stefanie (fiance, Chris Lewis), Markus Kirschner and Nicole, Kristel and Mikey Fischer. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ella and his beloved Christel. Karl was a decorated World War II Army Veteran and lifetime member of the Schwaben Athletic Club. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 208 South LaSalle St., Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60604 (312) 346-4675. Arrangements by: Geils Funeral Home, Bensenville. For info. call: 630-766-3232 or www.geilsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 22, 2006.

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Joseph Stephan

August 24, 2006

God Bless from Fred Fischer life long friend found out to late to attend

Barbara & Joe Vinci

August 22, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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