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Edward I. Fitch

Birth	:	19 Sep 1917 Pierre, Hughes County, South Dakota, USA
Death	:	5 Sep 2008 Philip, Haakon County, South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Mound Grove Cemetery, Kankakee, Kankakee County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.1321983, -87.8527985
Description	:	Rush Funeral Home- 9/2008 age 90 of Philip, South Dakota, died September 5, 2008, at the Philip Nursing Home. Edward Fitch was born September 19th, 1917 in Pierre, South Dakota the first child born to Harve and Mary (Bodkin) Fitch. He grew up and received his education in Milesville rural schools. Ed was drafted into the Army in March 1942. After completing his training Ed was sent to Europe where he was assigned to the 14th Armored Division. Later he was transferred to the 9th Army. Some of the highlights Edward saw during WWII were; Battle of the Buldge, five battle campaigns;... Read More	Rush Funeral Home- 9/2008 age 90 of Philip, South Dakota, died September 5, 2008, at the Philip Nursing Home. Edward Fitch was born September 19th, 1917 in Pierre, South Dakota the first child born to Harve and Mary (Bodkin) Fitch. He grew up and received his education in Milesville rural schools. Ed was drafted into the Army in March 1942. After completing his training Ed was sent to Europe where he was assigned to the 14th Armored Division. Later he was transferred to the 9th Army. Some of the highlights Edward saw during WWII were; Battle of the Buldge, five battle campaigns; Normandy, North France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe. Edward received his discharge on the 24th of November 1945, at Camp McCoy Wisconsin, arriving home the day after Thanksgiving. Shortly there after Ed ventured out to the West Coast and drove trucks cross-country. Not satisfied with that life style Ed returned back to his original roots the family farm at Milesville South Dakota. On October 10th, 1953 Ed married Frances Burjes in Detroit Michigan. To this union, three sons were born Burjes, Brian, and Bryce. The Fitch's assumed operation of the Fitch farms and continued to run the Burjes homestead. When their sons were old enough to be in sports, Ed and Frances were faithful followers. Ed was a member of the American Legion and VFW. Edward and Frances were members of the Evangelical Free Church in Milesville. Both Ed and Frances enjoyed many volkwalks through the years, loved to dance and belonged to the Bad River Dance Club. They also took many trips in their motor home. Survivors include three sons Burjes Fitch and his wife Cheryl of Philip, Brian Fitch and his wife Sue of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Bryce Fitch and his wife Pam of Sioux Falls; thirteen grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; one sister Dorothy Nesberg of Madison, Wisconsin; and a host of other relatives and friends. Ed was preceded in death by his wife Frances on September 7, 2005; his parents; one brother Bud Fitch; and two sisters Mary Jane Hovland and Ella Hart. Visitation was held 2-5 p.m. on Monday, September 8, at the Rush Funeral Home in Philip, and one hour preceding the services at the church on Tuesday. Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 9, at the Community Evangelical Free Church in Philip, with Pastor Gary Wahl officiating. Interment with military honors by the American Legion Post #173 of Philip, was held at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip. A memorial is established.

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Where is Edward I. Fitch's memorial?
Edward I. Fitch's memorial is located at: Mound Grove Cemetery, Kankakee, Kankakee County, USA.
When did Edward I. Fitch death?
Edward I. Fitch death on 5 Sep 2008 in Philip, Haakon County, South Dakota, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Edward I. Fitch's memorial?
Latitude: 41.1321983
Longitude: -87.8527985

Family Members:

Parent

Harvey Fremont Fitch

(1881 - 1956)

Spouse

Frances Dora Burjes Fitch

(1917 - 2005)

Siblings

Mary Jane Fitch Hovland

(1919 - 2006)

Lewis E. Fitch

(1923 - 1993)

Flowers:

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