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Marlin Foertsch Obituary

Foertsch, Marlin "Jim" age 67, Air Force Veteran, beloved husband of the late Lauralee (nee Quain), devoted father of Maureen (David) McKinney, Jim and Gregory (Mary), loving grandfather of Matthew and Laura McKinney and Mackenzie Foertsch, cherished son of Hilda Foertsch, dear brother of Barbara Stephens, Erna Foertsch, Verlee (Phil) Stephens, Ruth (George) Becker, Georgia Foertsch and Roy Foertsch. Funeral service Tuesday, 12 noon at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy., (7700W), Palos Hills. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 10 a.m., until time of service. 35 years of service with United Airlines. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com., 708-974-4410. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6, 2003.

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Del Hoagland

January 9, 2003

Jim and myself started working together from the very first day.We were in the same starting class.I also had the privilage of working with Jim on his last day.I knew him well and will miss him. So long Jim. Del

Paul Temple

January 9, 2003

Jim was my supervisor in the "old" days and we had fun and challenges in my early years working the line. I celebrate the years spent with Jim while offering you his loved ones my sincere condolences. His memory will always make me smile and I thank God for having experienced him.

David Gaidas and Family

January 9, 2003

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Blair Krapf

January 7, 2003

Dear Maureen, I am thinking of you and your family in this time of loss. May the Light of God's Love illuminate your soul. Blair

RENEE WEHRWEIN

January 7, 2003

FOERTSCH FAMILY

Our hearts are with you all at this terrible time.You are all in our prayers.Jimmy is the best kid I know and a good friend to my brother,(Ron Hansen) he has been over to my home several times. I wish you all the very best and deepest sorrow.

Renee Wehrwein & Family

Karen &Tom The Izydorski's

January 6, 2003

We are sorry for the loss of your father. We will keep you in our prayers. If you need someone to talk to, we are hear for you.

The Izydorski Family

Steve Rader

January 6, 2003

Thank you for calling me regarding your loss. Jim and I worked together for many years at United. Jim was a great lead mechanic, and always helpful to me when I needed someone with more experience.If I can be of any help, please call me at(847) 358-6190. Please accept our condolences.

Steve, Diane and Andy Rader

jimmie & Ann watson

January 6, 2003

I worked with Jim for over 30 years at united.I enjoyed all the times we spent solving all the worlds problems.we talked about our families quite a bit also.please accept our condolences

gregg koch

January 5, 2003

YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS DURING THIS VERY SAD TIME.



SINCERELY,



THE KOCH FAMILY.

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