From: Dutcher Funeral Home
Obituary for Leo George
Leo Duane George, formerly of Girard, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015 at Drews Place of Coldwater.
A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Very Rev. Mark Vyverman of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church officiating. A private interment will take place at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home.
Leo was born March 3, 1933 in Reading to Frank and Gertrude George. He would go on to graduate from Reading High School in 1951, playing football during those years and founding a deeply rooted passion for football and sports alike. Following high school, he entered the Army from 1951-1953 during the Korean Conflict. He would never see active duty, but was able to explore various areas of Europe while stationed in Germany, Switzerland and Trieste, Italy.
Upon returning home from duty, he married Patricia Ann Tobolski at St. Charles Catholic Church in Coldwater in 1959, and they would go on to have two sons, Michael and Patrick George.
Leo worked at Lydel’s Meat Packing and Gambel’s Warehouse in Coldwater - where he retired.
Much of Leo’s life was spent in an avid bout of fandom that revolved around his love for the University of Michigan Wolverines and high school athletics. During high school football season, Leo and his dear friend, Jack Huber, were known to select the top Friday night matchup to attend, and with strict dedication rarely missed a game. High school football was his love, but Leo also was extremely proud of the Reading track team’s numerous accolades and achievements over the years - including multiple state records attributed to the teams of past.
At family gatherings or amongst friends, Leo would talk about sports as long as anyone would care to listen. Being a sports fan meant that once his youngest son, Patrick, had two daughters of his own, Lexi and Aubrey George, he’d be there to support them whether it be volleyball, basketball or softball. During these events, Leo loved to pick-on and joke with the relatives of his daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George, for what some could call their lack of sports knowledge. All in good fun, Leo was delighted to be a fan and indulge others in the lessons of the game, whichever sport it may have been.
He was an avid fisherman, mainly fishing for panfish with his buddy Bob Ferguson of Coldwater. He thoroughly enjoyed tending to his garden, and would often have one of his bulldogs by his side.
He is survived by two sons, Michael George and his fiancé, Laurel Stromer, of Galesburg, and Patrick George of Burlington; daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George; granddaughters, Lexi and Aubrey George; and sister, Marilyn George-Friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Patricia, and brothers, Bob and Ernie.
It is with regret and sadness that Leo has gone from this life, but the family is consoled by knowing he’s in a better place.
Memorials may be directed to Reading High School Athletic Boosters.
Obituary for Leo George
Leo Duane George, formerly of Girard, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015 at Drews Place of Coldwater.
A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Very Rev. Mark Vyverman of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church officiating. A private interment will take place at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home.
Leo was born March 3, 1933 in Reading to Frank and Gertrude George. He would go on to graduate from Reading High School in 1951, playing football during those years and founding a deeply rooted passion for football and sports alike. Following high school, he entered the Army from 1951-1953 during the Korean Conflict. He would never see active duty, but was able to explore various areas of Europe while stationed in Germany, Switzerland and Trieste, Italy.
Upon returning home from duty, he married Patricia Ann Tobolski at St. Charles Catholic Church in Coldwater in 1959, and they would go on to have two sons, Michael and Patrick George.
Leo worked at Lydel’s Meat Packing and Gambel’s Warehouse in Coldwater - where he retired.
Much of Leo’s life was spent in an avid bout of fandom that revolved around his love for the University of Michigan Wolverines and high school athletics. During high school football season, Leo and his dear friend, Jack Huber, were known to select the top Friday night matchup to attend, and with strict dedication rarely missed a game. High school football was his love, but Leo also was extremely proud of the Reading track team’s numerous accolades and achievements over the years - including multiple state records attributed to the teams of past.
At family gatherings or amongst friends, Leo would talk about sports as long as anyone would care to listen. Being a sports fan meant that once his youngest son, Patrick, had two daughters of his own, Lexi and Aubrey George, he’d be there to support them whether it be volleyball, basketball or softball. During these events, Leo loved to pick-on and joke with the relatives of his daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George, for what some could call their lack of sports knowledge. All in good fun, Leo was delighted to be a fan and indulge others in the lessons of the game, whichever sport it may have been.
He was an avid fisherman, mainly fishing for panfish with his buddy Bob Ferguson of Coldwater. He thoroughly enjoyed tending to his garden, and would often have one of his bulldogs by his side.
He is survived by two sons, Michael George and his fiancé, Laurel Stromer, of Galesburg, and Patrick George of Burlington; daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George; granddaughters, Lexi and Aubrey George; and sister, Marilyn George-Friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Patricia, and brothers, Bob and Ernie.
It is with regret and sadness that Leo has gone from this life, but the family is consoled by knowing he’s in a better place.
Memorials may be directed to Reading High School Athletic Boosters.
From: Dutcher Funeral Home
Obituary for Leo George
Leo Duane George, formerly of Girard, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015 at Drews Place of Coldwater.
A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Very Rev. Mark Vyverman of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church officiating. A private interment will take place at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home.
Leo was born March 3, 1933 in Reading to Frank and Gertrude George. He would go on to graduate from Reading High School in 1951, playing football during those years and founding a deeply rooted passion for football and sports alike. Following high school, he entered the Army from 1951-1953 during the Korean Conflict. He would never see active duty, but was able to explore various areas of Europe while stationed in Germany, Switzerland and Trieste, Italy.
Upon returning home from duty, he married Patricia Ann Tobolski at St. Charles Catholic Church in Coldwater in 1959, and they would go on to have two sons, Michael and Patrick George.
Leo worked at Lydel’s Meat Packing and Gambel’s Warehouse in Coldwater - where he retired.
Much of Leo’s life was spent in an avid bout of fandom that revolved around his love for the University of Michigan Wolverines and high school athletics. During high school football season, Leo and his dear friend, Jack Huber, were known to select the top Friday night matchup to attend, and with strict dedication rarely missed a game. High school football was his love, but Leo also was extremely proud of the Reading track team’s numerous accolades and achievements over the years - including multiple state records attributed to the teams of past.
At family gatherings or amongst friends, Leo would talk about sports as long as anyone would care to listen. Being a sports fan meant that once his youngest son, Patrick, had two daughters of his own, Lexi and Aubrey George, he’d be there to support them whether it be volleyball, basketball or softball. During these events, Leo loved to pick-on and joke with the relatives of his daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George, for what some could call their lack of sports knowledge. All in good fun, Leo was delighted to be a fan and indulge others in the lessons of the game, whichever sport it may have been.
He was an avid fisherman, mainly fishing for panfish with his buddy Bob Ferguson of Coldwater. He thoroughly enjoyed tending to his garden, and would often have one of his bulldogs by his side.
He is survived by two sons, Michael George and his fiancé, Laurel Stromer, of Galesburg, and Patrick George of Burlington; daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George; granddaughters, Lexi and Aubrey George; and sister, Marilyn George-Friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Patricia, and brothers, Bob and Ernie.
It is with regret and sadness that Leo has gone from this life, but the family is consoled by knowing he’s in a better place.
Memorials may be directed to Reading High School Athletic Boosters.
Obituary for Leo George
Leo Duane George, formerly of Girard, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015 at Drews Place of Coldwater.
A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with Very Rev. Mark Vyverman of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church officiating. A private interment will take place at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015 at Dutcher Funeral Home.
Leo was born March 3, 1933 in Reading to Frank and Gertrude George. He would go on to graduate from Reading High School in 1951, playing football during those years and founding a deeply rooted passion for football and sports alike. Following high school, he entered the Army from 1951-1953 during the Korean Conflict. He would never see active duty, but was able to explore various areas of Europe while stationed in Germany, Switzerland and Trieste, Italy.
Upon returning home from duty, he married Patricia Ann Tobolski at St. Charles Catholic Church in Coldwater in 1959, and they would go on to have two sons, Michael and Patrick George.
Leo worked at Lydel’s Meat Packing and Gambel’s Warehouse in Coldwater - where he retired.
Much of Leo’s life was spent in an avid bout of fandom that revolved around his love for the University of Michigan Wolverines and high school athletics. During high school football season, Leo and his dear friend, Jack Huber, were known to select the top Friday night matchup to attend, and with strict dedication rarely missed a game. High school football was his love, but Leo also was extremely proud of the Reading track team’s numerous accolades and achievements over the years - including multiple state records attributed to the teams of past.
At family gatherings or amongst friends, Leo would talk about sports as long as anyone would care to listen. Being a sports fan meant that once his youngest son, Patrick, had two daughters of his own, Lexi and Aubrey George, he’d be there to support them whether it be volleyball, basketball or softball. During these events, Leo loved to pick-on and joke with the relatives of his daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George, for what some could call their lack of sports knowledge. All in good fun, Leo was delighted to be a fan and indulge others in the lessons of the game, whichever sport it may have been.
He was an avid fisherman, mainly fishing for panfish with his buddy Bob Ferguson of Coldwater. He thoroughly enjoyed tending to his garden, and would often have one of his bulldogs by his side.
He is survived by two sons, Michael George and his fiancé, Laurel Stromer, of Galesburg, and Patrick George of Burlington; daughter-in-law, April (Craydon) George; granddaughters, Lexi and Aubrey George; and sister, Marilyn George-Friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Patricia, and brothers, Bob and Ernie.
It is with regret and sadness that Leo has gone from this life, but the family is consoled by knowing he’s in a better place.
Memorials may be directed to Reading High School Athletic Boosters.
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