Independence, KS
Lt. Fitz served with the 90th Bombardment Group, 5th Air Force, part of a B-24 crew. He died in New Guinea. Lt. Fitz is buried at Mount Hope Cemetery, Independence, Kansas.
– submitted by James Opolony, researcher, and information from public records
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The Illini are heading to the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl—and there’s no better way to celebrate than by gifting a University of Illinois Alumni Association membership to your favorite Illini.
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Become a Life Member of the University of Illinois Alumni Association and commemorate this incredible bowl-bound season with the ultimate fan bundle: our premium Life Membership Blanket and the exclusive Bowl Game Pack—featuring a clear stadium backpack, Alumni beanie, koozie, luggage tag, and a Commemorative Liberty Mutual Vinyl Music City Bowl ticket.
* Packages will not arrive before the bowl game and are intended as commemorative keepsakes. Vinyl ticket is for memorabilia purposes only and is not valid for game entry.
** Annual membership is $150.
*** Shipping to Domestic U.S. Addresses Only. No PO Boxes. Become a Life Member of the University of Illinois Alumni Association and commemorate this incredible bowl-bound season with the ultimate fan bundle: our premium Life Membership Blanket and the exclusive Bowl Game Pack—featuring a clear stadium backpack, Alumni beanie, koozie, luggage tag, and a Commemorative Liberty Mutual Vinyl Music City Bowl ticket.
* Packages will not arrive before the bowl game and are intended as commemorative keepsakes. Vinyl ticket is for memorabilia purposes only and is not valid for game entry.
** Annual membership is $150.
*** Shipping to Domestic U.S. Addresses Only. No PO Boxes.
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