Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Tkach, George Kenneth Born in Billings, MT, June 9, 1941, passed away at his home in Eden Prairie on May 17, 2009. He attended Billings High School and went on to the University of Montana in Missoula. After graduation, he entered the Navel Officers Candidate School where he served faithfully for 27 years attaining the rank of Captain. He earned his MBA at Minnesota State University and continued Research Management studies at MIT and Naval War College. His civilian career included employment at Unisys, and Rockwell Collins in Military Systems. He also worked at Image Systems in Mtka., managing a group that designed and produced an LCD computer screen that is today aboard the the International Space Station. Preceded in death by his father George; and brother Jim. He is survived by sons, Steven, Jonathan (Gwen), and David; grandsons, Brady and Garrett; mother, Frieda of Billings, MT; and brother, Bob (Char) of Gifford, WA. A member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Eden Prairie, he was a passionate and caring person who loved birds and the outdoors. He was surrounded by many loving friends and neighbors who will mourn his passing. Funeral Service Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 12 noon Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie, MN (952-937-8123). Visitation 1 hour prior to service. Interment Sunset Memorial Garden, Billings, MT. Huber Funeral Homes 952-949-4970
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
George and I were very good friends. He loved life and always was up for a great adventure.
He loved people..a true extrovert. I think of him often as his memory lives on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Joni Davies
May 12, 2023 | Minneapolis, MN | Friend
George and I were squadron-mates in VP-11 (Patrol Squadron Eleven) in Brunswick Maine. I flew my navigation check-ride with George (successfully, I might add). Later, My wife and I tried to purchase a Siamese kitten from George. That didn't work out too well, as the kitten tried to run up the inside of my wife's robe. She drew the line at that, and George took the kitten back.
We spent some good times together in the squadron, and my memories will always be good ones!
Adrian Das
May 12, 2020 | Sykesville, MD | Military
I got to know him very well in Wisconsin. May his family now have peace as George goes to his reward in the afterlife.
R. Anderson
December 12, 2009
To George's family: Our sincere sympathy on the passing of George. He was a faithful and engaging fellow pilgrim as he attended our biblical study sessions at Crossways International. We have missed him, but know that he has peace and relief from his courageous struggle.He has received his welcome hug from Jesus! Harry and Chloris Wendt and CI staff.
July 08, 2009
George and I were friends for the past several years. I felt privileged to spend time with George during his last weeks. He had many good friends and wonderful neighbors. He was a loving and giving person. He left us way too soon.....
Joni Davies
June 28, 2009 | Edina, MN
What a piece of work he was.
The eyes are the windows to the soul.
Sue Johnson
June 17, 2009 | Apple Valley, MN
To the Family of George,
My deepest condolences for the loss of your son and brother. I was George's neighbor for only three years and during that time came to love him, deeply. He was a true gentleman and scholar. George taught me many things. Most precious among them is birding. Whenever I hear the birds sing, I think of him. It will be so much more poignant now. My one regret is that we parted on bad terms. I apologize to him and you, his family. I pray he is dancing on...
Theresa Bing
May 26, 2009 | Port Charlotte, FL
Remembered By
Everett Miller
May 26, 2009 | Billings, MT
Please accept our sincere condolences on Dad, Grandpa, and Father-in-law George's death. We met him only briefly on several occasions at Jon and Gwen's, but know that he was loved and will be sorely missed by his family and loved ones.
Carter and Florence Hedeen (Gwen's second cousin)
Park Rapids, MN
Florence Hedeen
May 23, 2009 | Park Rapids, MN
