George was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a Purple Heart recipient, having served in the Pacific during World War II. George was an avid athlete, with soccer his true passion. He dedicated himself to soccer as a player, coach, manager, trainer and referee. He also served various officer roles in the National Soccer Association and Illinois Soccer Association and as a voting member and delegate to the USSFA. He coached the Schwaben A.C. to the Peel Cup '58, National Indoor '62, and US Amateur Cup '64 Championships, coached the US Men's National Team and, in the early days of professional soccer in the US, coached the Chicago Mustangs, St. Louis Stars and Chicago Cats. In 2006 he was inducted in the Illinois Soccer Hall of Fame. George also had a great love for gardening, camping, boating and all outdoor activities. George lived his life to the fullest and encouraged family and friends to do the same. He dedicated himself to his family, encouraged education and a strong work ethic, and he instilled in everyone a belief in community and service to others. He lived by example making weekly contributions to the local food pantry, and to many other charities throughout his life.

Visitation will be held Friday, June 10, 2022, from 4:00-7:00 pm, and again Saturday, June 11, 2022, from 12:00 noon until the time of service at 3:00 pm at G.L. Hills Funeral Home, 745 Graceland Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the family kindly requests any attendees to wear face masks. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in George's name can be made to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots, Gift Processing Administrator, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172