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Thorman Giesche Obituary


Giesche, Thorman W. "Thor" age 82, of Oak Brook, formerly of Lombard, beloved husband of Phyllis, loving father of Gary, Brian (Cindy) and Gregory (Margaret), cherished grandfather of Stephanie, dear brother of Joan Yates. Visitation today, 3 to 9 p.m., at the Leonard Memorial Home, Ltd., 565 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn, where funeral service will be Wednesday, 10 a.m. Interment Oakridge Cemetery, Hillside. Memorials to the Ultimate Sacrifice Memorial for the B17 Restoration Project, c/o Robert Ready, CEO, LSI Industries, Inc. 10000 Alliance, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242. Funeral information: 630-469-0032.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 26, 2005.

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Kathy & Mike Phelan

November 8, 2005

Giesche family:



Our very belated condolences for the passing of a really great man who will be fondly remembered by countless friends, relatives, employees and customers. WE will remember him in our prayers.



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amy campbell-ullery

July 27, 2005

Phyllis, Gary, Brian and Greg,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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