Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2017 at the age of 88. Loving husband of 60 years to Ramona. Loving father to Tim (Pamela), David (Sandy), Daniel, Gregory (Gay), Patricia (Mark), Peggy (James) and Gary. Also survived by very dear grandchildren Matthew and Michelle and many other dear grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Further survived by his brother Frank (Joan).

Visitation on Friday, January 20 at South Milwaukee United Methodist Church (1327 Marshall Ave) from 11 am to 1 pm with a service to follow. Entombment Forest Hill Memorial Park. George was a locomotive engineer for 41 years for the Chicago Northwestern Railroad. After retirement, George greatly enjoyed his many hobbies including restoring antique John Deere tractors and being an avid ham radio operator. He also enjoyed keeping up with the latest technology. Special thanks to Hometown Hospice for their wonderful care.