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George William Bookless 1915 - 2000

George William Bookless of Franklin Park, Cook County, IL was born on July 5, 1915 in Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana United States, and died at age 84 years old on March 12, 2000 in Franklin Park, Cook County, IL. George Bookless was buried at Fairview Memorial Park 900 N Wolf Rd, in Northlake.
George William Bookless
Franklin Park, Cook County, IL 60131
July 5, 1915
Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana, United States
March 12, 2000
Franklin Park, Cook County, Illinois, United States
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  • Introduction

    George William Bookless was born on July 5, 1915 in Terre Haute, Vigo, Indiana, USA to parents William George Bookless (1885-1973) and Hattie Cleo Whitesell (1893-1918). George answered the call of duty during World War II, enlisting on April 8, 1943, in Evansville, Indiana. He became a part of the Selectees, a group of enlisted men ready to serve their country. He served in the United States Army Air Forces. As a Corporal in the Air Forces, he played a crucial role in the success of air operations during World War II. On June 19, 1940 he married Wilma Eliene Wegrich (1918–2016) in Indiana. Together the couple had 4 children; one girl and three boys.
  • 07/5
    1915

    Birthday

    July 5, 1915
    Birthdate
    Terre Haute, Vigo County, Indiana United States
    Birthplace
  • Ethnicity & Family History

    He was white of English roots. His mother, Hattie Cleo Whitesell, was born on October 30, 1893 in Terre Haute, Vigo, Indiana, USA and she passed away in Terre Haute on December 9, 1918. His father, William George Bookless, was born on Janaury 9, 1885 in Toxteth, Lancashire, England and immigrated to the states around 1902. He passed away on November 18, 1973 in Greenville, South Carolina, USA. George's parents were married on September 21, 1912 in Vigo, Indiana, USA.
  • Nationality & Locations

    George Bookless was born and raised in Terre Haute, Vigo, Indiana, USA. He lived there through the 1940's and later passed away in Franklin Park, Cook, Illinois, USA in 2000.
  • Early Life & Education

    He was a high school graduate completing 4 years before his enlistment.
  • Military Service

    George William Bookless answered the call of duty during World War II, enlisting on April 8, 1943, in Evansville, Indiana. With the military serial number 35729163, he became a part of the Selectees, a group of enlisted men ready to serve their country. George's dedication and commitment were reflected in his rank of Private. Although George's military branch is listed as "No Branch Assignment," it is important to note that he served in the United States Army Air Forces. As part of the Air Forces, he played a vital role in supporting air operations and contributing to the war effort. His service in the Air Forces further highlights his commitment to defending the nation and its interests during World War II. George William Bookless's military service represents his courage and willingness to contribute to the war effort. As a Corporal in the United States Army Air Forces, he played a crucial role in the success of air operations during World War II.
  • Professional Career

    George worked as a Routemen.
  • 03/12
    2000

    Death

    March 12, 2000
    Death date
    Unknown
    Cause of death
    Franklin Park, Cook County, Illinois United States
    Death location
  • Gravesite & Burial

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    Funeral date
    Fairview Memorial Park 900 N Wolf Rd, in Northlake, Cook County, Illinois 60164, United States
    Burial location
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