George Spear

George Spear, age 93 of Massillon, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2007 at the Hospitality House in Perry Twp. George was born on January 10, 1913 in Cumberland, MD to the late Frank and Lucy Kolich. George was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in WWII. He lived in Massillon most of his life and had worked for Republic Steel Union Drawn Division until retiring in 1975. Along with his parents, George was preceded in death by his first wife, Grace and infant son at child birth in 1944 and his wife of 56 years, Marie, who passed away in 2004. He was also preceded in death by 1 sister and 2 brothers. He is survived by his nephew, Larry (Rita) Spear of Massillon and niece, Nancy of St. Augustine, FL along with other nieces and nephews. A private service will be held at the family’s convenience. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. Paquelet Funeral Home A Golden Rule Funeral Home (330) 833-3222 www.paquelet.com