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George Trbovich Obituary
After graduating from Lorain High School as president of his class, George was drafted into the Army during the Korean War. He served his country honorably and had tours in Hawaii and Japan before being deployed to Korea. He received several Far East ribbons, the Korean Service Medal and 3 Battle Stars.
Upon discharge from the military, he enrolled in and graduated from Kent State University. He then went on to teach in the Lorain and Avon school districts for more than 30 years.
He enjoyed traveling to Montana and the Northwestern States as well as to the European countries of France, Germany and the former Yugoslavia. He had a special interest in the history of the Balkans in WWII.
George was an avid reader, enjoyed all sports, playing tennis and doing crossword puzzles.
He was a good friend to all who knew him and could be counted on to lend a hand or sympathetic ear to family and friends. He will be missed.
He was preceded in death by his father John, mother Mildred (nee Stipanovich) and brother Nicholas. He is survived by his brother Michael (Mary Ann) of Sandusky, sisters Smilla Matich of Pittsburgh and Helen and Anita of Lorain, nieces, grand nieces and a grand nephew.
Per his wishes a private family service was held.
Arrangements were under the direction of Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel, 3224 Broadway Ave, Lorain.
Online condolences can be made at www.gluvna.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Trbovich
Steve Wharton
December 27, 2013
I have great memories of Mr. Trbovich as my 6th grade teacher. He was always the picture of cool and class. I too, did not know of his distinguished service to his country. A truly memorable person.
Steve Wharton
Rick and Amy Kushinski
April 11, 2013
We just learned of Terby's passing this week. Our thoughts go out to the family. He always treated us as well as anyone could ask for and will be missed dearly.
Heidi Staub
January 9, 2013
Mr T or T-bone, was my 6th grade homeroom teacher. He was a character and one of those educators that we all remember well. Everybody has a story that usually brings a smile or a chuckle. Thank you for serving our country and our community, and thank you for the memories. My thoughts are with your family. My heartfelt condolences.
Steve Mabe
January 8, 2013
George, you are a great guy, it was my pleasure to know you. My condolences to your family.
I learned to play tennis at Oakwood Park in the early 70's. Trbo was a regular player along with a bunch of other guys in South Lorain. Some of the best tennis players in the city played on those courts during that time and George held his own.
There was never a better guy to hang out with than Trbo, he was just plain cool. I didn't have Trbo for a teacher but I learned a lot from him anyway. He was educated about everything and was a great friend.
RIP George.
Debbie Eiden
January 7, 2013
Mr. T was my 5th grade teacher at Mason Elementary in Lorain and he was by far, one of my most memorable. While I had only few occasions to associate with Mr. T as an adult, I'm sorry I never told him the positive impact he made on me as a young girl. He always had wonderful stories to tell in his teachings and fascinating excerpts from his many travels around the world. And yes, I remember hearing about his exceptional tennis skills demonstrated summer after summer at Oakwood Park! My deepest condolences go to his family. I am privileged to have had the enriching experience of being one of Mr. T's students.
January 5, 2013
I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MR.TERBS PASSING HE WAS A OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AND HE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY. BUBBLES HARRIS
Debbie Meyer-Peterson
January 3, 2013
Mr. Trbovich was my sixth grade teacher. He was funny, kind and cared about us. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
Donna Moats Class of 85
January 2, 2013
I'm sorry to hear the news of "Mr. T's" passing. I've thought about him many times. He was a fun and interesting teacher. After reading the obituary and condolences, I realize he was much more than what I could comprehend as a sixth grader. You were a good guy. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
victoria vinovich
January 2, 2013
he was my sixth grade teacher from avon. plus he lived next to my aunt and uncle in lorain. he was my favorite teacher my thoughts and prayers are with his family..
AL MARKOS
January 2, 2013
GOOD BYE TO AN OLD FRIEND.....
MAY HIS MEMORY BE ETERNAL.
Al Zgonc
January 2, 2013
George,
Many good memories and smiles of our OP talks, thanks for your tennis tips that never helped my game. Peace be with you and your Family, till we meet again...
Michelle Emigh
January 2, 2013
I had Mr. T for 6th grade math in 1976 he was funny and synical he is fondly remembered by all. God will for sure have a special place for him!
Laura
January 2, 2013
I had Mr. T as a 6th grade teacher in Avon. He always made learning interesting and fun. My prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
January 2, 2013
Many good memories of George from back in the early 60's. I would watch him play great tennis with Fritz, Ernie and Dave Kuhn at Oakwood. I was 12 then and George bought us kids fudgsicles when the ice cream man came around with his bike. George was lots of laughs and I am so sorry I never connected with him after I left Lorain. My " BABA " Majzun was good friends with his mother.
R I P dear friend.....Viva South Lorain.
Ellen Majzun Dritsas
Greece
January 2, 2013
Terby was my teacher in about 1973 at Avon. That was one of the best classes I ever had and we had so much fun. I don't know how he put up with us, but he did, day after day. This news saddens me, but I pray for Mr. Trbovich's eternal soul.
Jeff Damasiewicz
January 1, 2013
my condolences to family. a great friend that I enjoyed playing tennis at Southview courts. RIP George
Tracy Robertson-Miller
December 31, 2012
Very sorry to hear; sympathies to his family and friends. He was a very memorable teacher!
Brent
December 31, 2012
A great teacher, and a great man. You'll be missed sir.
Aricca Neer-Waybright
December 31, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to his family. Awesome teacher!!!!
Julie
December 31, 2012
Of all of my teachers, I remember Mr. Trbovich as having the most positive impact on me. He shared his lunch with me one day as I was working on a last minute school project. He taught me how to catch a soft ball. He taught all 3 of my older siblings, all of whom said how cool he was. They were right. He will be missed.
Tad Hershey
December 31, 2012
My thoughts go out to the family, especially you Mike. I remember our baseball trips and talking with George about everything and anything in Oakwood Park and Days Dam. I will miss George. God bless
December 31, 2012
To all of Mr. T's family and friends, my prayers and thoughts! He was one of my teachers at AKHS several years ago, and I still remember him as a very interesting person and a good teacher! May he rest in peace!
Cheryl (Tominac) Baran AKHS '67
December 31, 2012
To a Great Friend! Our condolences to the family during this sad time.
Love, Schlitzy and Cheryl Litz
Kitty Kerecz Hernandez
December 31, 2012
George you will missed by so many people. You were always a kind gentle person. I will never forget you especially getting in some good laughs at baseball games at Oakwood Park. God bless you.
Nadine Burich-Donat
December 31, 2012
George- You taught me to play tennis all those years ago in good old Oakwood Park in South Lorain- you were a kind and dear friend to many and will be missed- I always looked forward to talking with you- you were a good man and will be missed by many
Esther Doran
December 31, 2012
A great and kind man!! I had the privilege of having him as a teacher in sixth grade. Till this day I have not forgoteen the act of kindness he had for a child at Cristmas who otherwise would not have had anything for that special day!! My condolences for the family!!!
Gluvna-Shimo-Hromada Funeral Chapel
December 31, 2012
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