George S. Saines
December 4, 1929 - January 5, 2020
Logan, OH - Formerly of Milford, PA
George S. Saines died on Jan 5, 2020 in Logan, OH from complications from a heart attack. He was born in Kane, PA, son of Greek immigrants Helena and Stavros Saines, youngest of three sons. He was educated in the public schools in Kane and worked as a self-employed photographer until being drafted into the U.S. Army. He was very proud of his service as a combat motion-picture photographer for the Army in Korea in 1952.
Upon discharge in 1953, he enrolled at American University under the GI bill, eventually earning his PHD in Organic Chemistry from Penn State in 1961. He worked at Texaco Research Center in Beacon, New York synthesizing lubricant additives and received numerous patents for his work.
In 1973, he bought Lubricant Packaging Company, and moved his family to Middletown, NY. He successfully grew that business until he sold it and retired in 1987.
He has been a devoted founder and generous member of the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Middletown, NY, where he was cantor and church leader. He participated in their prison ministry for over 30 years.
In his retirement years, he had more time to work on his black-and white photography, showing his prints in local galleries.He had an eye for line and light, seeing the everyday world with an artist's focus. He helped us all to see the beauty in the ordinary.
He married Helen Julia Renwick (1932-2007) from nearby St. Mary's, PA in 1955. They have four children: Steven, Julie (1960-2018), Jennifer and Penelope; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Two Memorial Services are tentatively scheduled. The first is this at 1 p.m., Saturday, January 11 at the First Presbyterian Church, 2 West Hunter St., Logan, OH 43138. Next week, a graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 18 at Wallkill Cemetery, 160 Midway Road, Middletown, NY 10941, followed by lunch and an informal memorial, location TBD. Friends and family are invited to attend either or both.
In lieu of flowers friends may consider a donation to one of George's favorite charities: Wounded Warriors (https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/) or International Orthodox Christian Charities (https://iocc.org/).

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Published by Times Herald-Record from Jan. 8 to Jan. 9, 2020.

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Sarah OConnor

May 9, 2020

We are sorry to have just heard of George's passing. Such fond memories of your family and we just wanted to send our love. Therese OConnor and family

John and Toula Bechakas

February 1, 2020

It was a pleasure knowing him and his family from their beginnings in Kane and throughout their accomplishments. A wonderful family and a wonderful man.

John & Debbie Beveridge

January 10, 2020

So sorry for your loss. George was a phenomenal man. He always had kind words for everyone and a wonderful smile. He always made everyone feel welcome. We will miss his photo Christmas cards and also his visits to St. Marys.

George and Julie 11/2017

Zackary Astras

January 9, 2020

George was one of the kindest, most caring men we have ever met. He was the first to welcome us into Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church. Every time we saw him, he came up to us with a smile, a hug and a handshake. He was always interested in our well being. He is a wonderful soul and will be deeply missed.
Rest In Peace our friend,
Zack, Kerry, Alexandra and Maria Astras

January 9, 2020

George S. Saines rest in peace. Your being was so inspiring and your love of life contagious. The way you saw the world through your curious lens always made a difference to those of us around you. You are blessed. Bonnie Crellin Milford, PA

Patricia Davis

January 9, 2020

Condolences to the family of this wonderful man. I worked for George and Helen at Lubricant Pkg. until he sold to S O S Fuels. They were a wonderful family and I was grateful. Rest in peace George.

Corinne Bocsusis

January 8, 2020

George was a such a nice man. It was a pleasure to have him as a neighbor in Clemson Park ,
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Barbara Talleos

January 8, 2020

May your memory be eternal my friend. R.I.P. Papou George, that's what my kids called you. Thanks for sharing your birthday with my name day. We will always have Greece and half of your banana. My condolences to Steve, Jennifer, and Penny. Miss and love ya Julie.❤

He had me take this photo of him for his photography exhibit at our church.

Kathryn & Stanley Strysko & Noah Roque

January 8, 2020

We were blessed to know George. He was one of the first to welcome us into Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, many years ago. He will always have a special place in our hearts. George we will truly miss you. Memory Eternal!

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