George, Eugene;

Passed away peacefully, at age 84 on March 31, 2015, at his residence, after a brief illness. Beloved husband of 61 years to Patricia (Deceased 2013). Loving father of Tom, Patrick (Christine), Joe (Karen), Dan (Jane), Bill (Lisa), Ted (Terrie), Mike (Leah) and Chris (Leanne). Proud grandfather of 17 grandchildren, David (Krista), Jennifer (fianc�?© Kyle), Katherine, Kevin, Jeff (Aimee), Julie, Jacquie, Janelle, Matthew, Ashley, Melanie, Ryan, Nathan, Brendan, Emma, Justin and Jake and great-grandfather to Lucy. Survived by sisters and brothers Marjorie Karn, Nancy (Garr) Knapp, Mike (Marg) George, Barb (Ron) Nosal, Lucy (Larry) Laba, Jean (Bob) Balahura, Dave (Bev) George, and Linda (Paul) Lehman. Brother-in-law to Adele Helm, Ron (Joanne) McCormick, Pat McCormick and Sophie McCormick. Cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Mary and James George, brothers Jerome, John and George (King), and brothers-in-law Del Karn, Edward and Will McCormick, Frank Hahn, Eric Houghton and Al Helm, and sisters-in-law Eileen, Joyce, and Jean George, Eleanor Hahn, Audrey (Ray) Hagen, Joan McConnell and Kathleen and Kay McCormick.

Eugene had an endless list of accomplishments, on both a professional level and in the community. Eugene had a successful career as owner of GA Masonry, continuing to work until very recently. Well-respected in the construction industry he was the founding presidents of both the Ontario and Canadian Masonry Contractor Associations. Away from work, Eugene was involved with thoroughbred horses and was a founder of Deer Ridge Golf Club. As those that played hockey with Eugene will know, he was passionate about hockey, and continued to play until as recently as January. As the founding president of the Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club he was very proud of the Kitchener Rangers organization and the success they have achieved. Above all Eugene will be remembered for his humility and selfless generosity of time and resources to so many people and organizations.
Even as we mourn, the family will cherish memories and know that the journey we shared with Eugene will always keep our family close. The family wishes to express their appreciation to all friends and family for their prayers, flowers, cards, visits and many acts of kindness shown during the past few weeks.

Eugene's family will welcome relatives and friends at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener (519-749-8467) on Monday from 1-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Teresa's RC Church, Leonard St., Kitchener on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. Reception to follow at noon at Bingemans in the Embassy Room 425 Bingemans Centre Drive. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers donations to KidsAbility Centre, Waterloo or a charity of your choice would be appreciated (cards will be available at the funeral home). Although we are going to deeply miss Eugene, we are so thankful to have had Eugene in our lives and remember with great pride and love this truly special man, whose life touched and enhanced so many lives.

Visit www.henrywalser.com for Eugene's memorial.