GEORGE HOWARD LOVELADY

George Howard Lovelady, 103, resident of Western Reserve Masonic Community in Medina, Ohio, passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Born the only child of Howard A. and Fern Marie (nee Minto) Lovelady. Beloved husband of Marjorie June (nee Oliver) for 72 years. Loving father of David (Linda) of Noblesville, Indiana, Lane (Ed) Trego of Ravenna, OH, Dane (Betty) Holly, Michigan, Jeff (Peggy) of Seminole, Florida, Eric (Beccie) of West Salem, Ohio; Loving grandfather of 16 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.

George was preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife, Marjorie June, grandchildren: Michelle, Timothy, and Robyn.

He graduated from Cambridge Brown High School in 1937, and Muskingum College, class of 1941. He served in the Army 8th Air Force, 306th Bombardment Group in Thurliegh, England, attaining the ranks of Master Sergeant, and Sergeant Major. He was the president of the Ohio Speed Skating Association, and was a member of the American Legion, and Ridgewood United Methodist Church. George was an accounting manager for The Standard Oil Co., and SOHIO, for 34 years, before retiring in 1979. He enjoyed summers on Catawba Island, fishing in Lake Erie, playing tennis and outdoor activities. Most important, was his love for his extended family.

Please join the family for a visitation on Monday, May 2 from 12-3, funeral service at 3pm, at Carlson Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 3477 Medina Rd (Corner of Rt 18 & River Styx), in Medina, Ohio. A private burial service will be held at Northwood Cemetery in Cambridge, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to Ridgewood United Methodist Church, 6330 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129, or the Ohio Masonic Home Foundation c/o Cathy Spencer, 2655 W National Rd, Springfield, OH 45504, in George's memory.