Photo courtesy of Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel - Worcester
Apr 4, 1927 - May 29, 2012 (Age 85)
It´s been ten years and I still keep you in my thoughts and prayers, George, you were a good, loyal Friend. Rest In Peace my Buddy. Sal
Sal Degon
May 23, 2022 | Friend
Another year has past, always missing my good friend, RIP George.
Sal Degon
May 23, 2020 | Venice, FL | Friend
Its hard to believe the years that have passed since the loss of such a good friend. George you remain in my thoughts and prayers,
Sal Degon
May 27, 2019 | Venice, FL | Friend
Gary....I am a good fiend of Darlene's.....my condolences for your loss...he sounded like a wonderful father and great man!!
Jeanne Galleano
June 11, 2012 | Tucson, AZ
Gary and family I am sorry for your loss. Take care and God bless.
Deb & Ben Sayer
Worcester, Ma
June 04, 2012
Miss you dad...
Princess
June 02, 2012
God bless you George.The family of Don Coyle.
Peter Coyle
June 01, 2012 | Thompson, CT
Gary and the Ayik family,
Sorry for your loss, memories last forever though.
Roy Day
June 01, 2012 | Orange City, FL
Gary, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace.
May God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Your friend, always,
Karen Desroches
May 31, 2012
George Ayik, 85, of Worcester, passed away Tuesday, May 29th 2012 in his home. George is survived by his wife of 47 years Joyce C (Plouffe) Ayik; four children, Gary G. Ayik and his companion Darlene Anderson of Orange City FL, Michelle A. Fernald and her husband Edward of Sterling, Jason J. Ayik and his wife Maria of Jefferson, and Michael M. Ayik of Worcester; seven grandchildren, Jason C., Joshua M., Madison M., Andi E., and Ryan W. Ayik, Tyler J. and Jacob G. Robinette; two brothers, Baheege Ayik of Shrewsbury, Henry Ayik and his wife Eleanor of Worcester; four sisters, Lynne Steeves and Najala Lindquist both of Worcester, Victoria Bicknell and Adele Svendsen both of Shrewsbury; Many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A brother, Norman Ayik predeceased him. George was born in Worcester, a son of Salim and Mary (Haddad) Ayik. He attended Commerce High School, joined the U.S. Navy to serve his country during World War II aboard the aircraft carrier, U.S.S. Franklin D. Roosevelt. After the war he returned to his native Worcester and has lived here ever since. George owned and operated A-1 T.V. & Antenna Service for more than forty years before retiring. After retirement he found enjoyment assisting at Davidian Farms in Northboro. George served on Board of Directors for the Friendly House in Worcester many years. He was a member of St George Orthodox Cathedral and its mens club, The Southern Massachusetts Police Association, the Worcester County Deputy Sheriffs Association, and a many year member of the Massachusetts Boxing Commission. He was also an Honorary Kentucky Colonel. George was very much a family man. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and vacationing in Anguilla with his nephew Michael. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family Thursday, May 31st from 5 pm to 8 pm in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. A funeral service will be celebrated Friday, June 1st at 12 noon in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Friendly House, 36 Wall St. Worcester 01604.
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