Francis G. Fors

Francis G. Fors, 101, of Aurora, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017 at Bickford of Aurora. He was born August 24, 1916 in Hastings, PA. He was a member of Holy Angels Church. He was a proud veteran of the US Army having served in WWII and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. He was a life member of the Moose Club. Survivors include his wife of seventy years, Gertrude (Poss) Fors; two children, David (Laura) Fors and Lynn (Daniel) Mitchell; three grandchildren, Breana (Jon) Dorn, Joseph (Leah) Mitchell, Patrick Mitchell; six great grandchildren, Kyle Dorn, T.J. Dorn, Rylie Dorn, Titus Mitchell, Verity Mitchell, and Temperance Mitchell; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Estelle (Endler) Fors; two sons, Gerald Fors and Daniel Fors; two sisters, Augusta Goorwitch and Edna Smith; a brother, Ronald Fors. The family would like to acknowledge the following: neighbors for their friendliness and watchful eyes, especially Wendy, Zach, and Paul; Andre´ the mail carrier; Joy the waitress who served the first Wednesday of the month Mooseheart breakfast club for so many years; Steve and Bruce who kept the breakfast club going with Dad and Mom; Pat and the other women of Harner’s Bakery on Galena; ALC Hospice Care. Last, but not least, to Dad’s Bickford of Aurora family who cared for him so kindly and respectfully during his final months, we are forever grateful. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 6, 2017 at Holy Angels Church at 12:00 PM. Fr. Selva Lucas will officiate with interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In state visitation will be held Monday, November 6, 2017 from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM, at Holy Angels Church, 120 South Lancaster Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506. Arrangements are being handled by THE DALEIDEN MORTUARY, 220 N. Lake Street, Aurora, IL 60506. (630) 631-5500. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Francis’ name may be made to Mooseheart 155 S International Drive Mooseheart, IL 60539 Please visit our interactive website at www.daleidenmortuary.com where you may sign the guest book or leave condolences for Francis’ family.

Francis G. Fors

August 24, 1916 - November 2, 2017