George was born in West Carrol Twp., Pennsylvania on March 2, 1928 to parents George and Dorothy Beers. A long time Ravenna resident, George was active and involved with the Ravenna Hot Stove for many years coaching, organizing fundraisers and building backstops. He enjoyed playing golf but most of all he loved his family and enjoyed being around his children and grandchildren. George was a Korean War veteran. He worked at Structural Fibers in Chardon for over 34 years. In recent years he volunteered at Caritas Café in Ravenna, where he enjoyed helping others.
George is survived by his children: Christine (Mark) Bailey, George Brian Beers, Doug Beers and Lisa (Dan) Oswald. Survived also by 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Surviving also are siblings: Ed, Rose and Marie.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Jane, daughter Karen Winland and son-in-law Wayne Winland, daughters-in-law: Grace Beers and Teresa Beers and six siblings.
Friends will be received on Friday, May 5, 2017 at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna from 5:00pm until 8:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, May 6 at Immaculate Conception Church, 409 W. Main St., Ravenna with Rev. William Kraynak officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Memorial Park.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.
The family request that in lieu of flowers please make donations to CARITAS CAFÉ at Catholic Charities Ravenna.
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