Dr. George C. Sivak

1917 - 2016

Sivak, Dr. George C.,

98, died Friday, July 15, 2016 of natural causes.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Regina Firstenberg; his parents, Rose and Benjamin; and by his two brothers, Jack and Morris. He is survived by his three children, Denis (wife, Barbara), Cheryl and Gary (wife, Kordrice); three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. George was the embodiment of the American dream, arriving in this country as a three year old member of his immigrant family. Recognizing the benefit of an education and through hard work, achieved success as a Doctor of Medicine, a specialist in urology and to the practice of which he dedicated his life.

After an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army in 1946, he began practice as a general practitioner. Ten years later, he decided to specialize in urology. The course of his training brought him to Louisville, where he began his specialty practice and raised his family. In his declining years, he resided at Forest Springs where the nurses and ancillary personnel were more than kind and caring. Their concern for his well being was only surpassed by Jill Morrow and Karen Kitzman, who were his constant companions and caregivers.

His wit, intelligence and sense of humor will be sorely missed, not only by his immediate and extended family, but by everyone who knew and loved him.

Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 19th at Herman Meyer & Son, Inc., 1338 Ellison Avenue with burial to follow in The Temple Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Sonny & Janet Meyer Food Pantry at Jewish Family & Career Services.