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George E. Hintzsche

March 9, 1928 — April 24, 2015

George E. Hintzsche, 87, of Rockford passed away Friday, April 24, 2015 in his home. Born March 9, 1928, in Lynnville Township, the son of Henry and Bessie (Smith) Hintzsche. He grew up on the family farm and then became an Educator, earning his Master’s degree. George retired as a Principal from Lathrop School. He married Doris “Debbie” Baker on April 14, 1951, in Hampshire. George was a veteran serving in the United States Army. He was a member of American Legion Post 1207. George loved teaching children. He also enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing and was an avid card player, often playing games with his family. George enjoyed traveling to every state and many countries. He was a loyal Chicago sports fan, following the Cubs, Bears and Bulls.
Survived by his wife, Debbie; children, Daniel Hintzsche and Judith (Dave Swanson) Hintzsche; grandchildren, Stefanie Hintzsche, Jessica Hintzsche, Hannah Swanson and Sarah Swanson; siblings, Harold (Alice) Hintzsche, Marilyn (Charles) Quitno and Franklin (Barb) Hintzsche; other special family members, Maritta, Lydia, Brandon, Nathaniel and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his son, David Hintzsche.
Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial in Arlington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Golden Agers Center, 1115 6th Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61104 or OSF Hospice 5501 East State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61108. To express online condolences, please visit: www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Visitation

Saturday, May 2, 2015

11:00am - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory - Mulford Chapel

1860 South Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108

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Service

Saturday, May 2, 2015

Starts at 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory - Mulford Chapel

1860 South Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108

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Burial

Arlington Memorial Park Cemetery

6202 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108

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