George Goeltz
George Goeltz
George F. Goeltz, 72, of Suquamish, died Saturday at his home.
He was born June 15, 1922, in Aurora, Ill., where he attended elementary and high school and attended Aurora College.
He was a B-17 bomber pilot during World War II, stationed in Foggia, Italy. After the war he became co-owner and president of Hansen Mattress Company in Aurora, retiring in 1981.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia; a son, Thomas; three grandchildren; and a sister, Mildred Gale of Glen Ellyn, Ill.
Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Suquamish United Church of Christ.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of Kitsap County, 1007 Scott Ave., Suite D, Bremerton, 98312; or Suquamish United Church of Christ, 18732 Division NE, Suquamish, 98392.
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Capt George F Goeltz was assigned to the 301st BG 352nd Squadron. Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): Pilot.
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Rank |
General Order |
Date |
Notes |
Award |
Ribbon & Device |
George Goeltz |
1st Lt |
480 |
02/03/1945 |
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AM/OLC |
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George Goeltz |
1st Lt. |
1689 |
03/23/1945 |
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AM/2OLC |
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George Goeltz |
Capt |
3318 |
05/21/1945 |
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AM/3OLC |
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5/21/1945 General Orders 3318 AM 5/21/1945 General Orders 3318 AM 3/23/1945 General Orders 1689 AM
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