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George Ayik Obituary
WORCESTER - 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 M. 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 Director's for the Friendly House in Worcester many years. He was a member of St George Orthodox Cathedral and its men's club, The Southern Massachusetts Police Association, the Worcester County Deputy Sheriff's 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 p.m to 8 p.m in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a trisagion service at 8 p.m. 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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Memories and Condolences
for George Ayik
Sal Degon
May 23, 2022
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, 2020
Another year has past, always missing my good friend, RIP George.
Sal Degon
May 27, 2019
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,
Jeanne Galleano
June 11, 2012
Gary....I am a good fiend of Darlene's.....my condolences for your loss...he sounded like a wonderful father and great man!!
June 4, 2012
Gary and family I am sorry for your loss. Take care and God bless.
Deb & Ben Sayer
Worcester, Ma
Princess
June 2, 2012
Miss you dad...
Peter Coyle
June 1, 2012
God bless you George.The family of Don Coyle.
Roy Day
June 1, 2012
Gary and the Ayik family,
Sorry for your loss, memories last forever though.
May 31, 2012
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
Sandra Donahue
May 31, 2012
Thank you Dear Uncle & Godfather for giving me the fondest memories growing up....you will be in my heart forever. I love you. Sandy
Charlotte Fernald
May 31, 2012
So sorry for for your loss.
May 31, 2012
Dear Ayik Family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of George.
Joseph and Carol Lapomardo
Beth Porcaro Grady
May 31, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with George and his family.
Cheryl (Honney) McMahon
May 31, 2012
Dear Michelle & family
I am very saddened to hear of Mr. Ayik's passing, you are all in my thoughts. It was a blessing for you all to be with him, to show your love for him.
I'll always be a "daddy's girl". Miss you...
Michelle Fernald
May 31, 2012
allen mario
May 30, 2012
Dear Joyce & Family, So sorry to hear about George passing, but i am glad he had you and some of the family there when he went peasefull.
we will miss him. The Mario Family
Kathy Manzello
May 30, 2012
Dear Joyce & Family, So sorry for your loss. George (Mr. A) will always be rememberd as part of our family. Love, Bill, Kathy, Lisa, Julie, Lauren & Baby Mia.
Dan Mackowiak & Family
May 30, 2012
Gary and family, I am sorry of the passing of George. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. His suffering is now over and he can watch down on you from above. I will always remember the first time meeting your dad when we brought back his Lincoln. I am sure when we talk about this it will put smiles on our faces. Just one of the happy memories of your dad. Love ya bro, anything you need I am here for you.
Patricia Naple
May 30, 2012
Dear Joyce and Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I know how much you all loved and cared for George in his last days.
George was a good neighbor and I won't forget the times when we got home the same time he would say "come over here" and give me a pie or two to take home for supper.
George was always so impeccaable with his home,bushes and he was so Proud when he put up the American Flag in front of his home.
May his soul rest in peace and God give you all the strength to get through this difficult time.
You are in our prayers and George will be missed by all.
Pat and Louie Naple
James Cassos
May 30, 2012
Very sorry to here of George passing .
Tom Belezarian
May 30, 2012
Joyce and the entire Ayik family:
So so sorry to hear of my dear friend George. The best times of my life included you and George. I will miss him dearly. My prayers are with you at this sad time. Rest in peace my dear friend.
The Thibeault family
May 30, 2012
To the Ayik family so sorry for your loss. George was a wonderful man and he will be deeply missed by many.
May 30, 2012
The world will never be the same!!!!
Nancy Kirkpatrick
May 30, 2012
Joyce and family; I am so sad to learn of George's passing. He always had such kind words for me. George was also a delightful neighbor to my parents. He is now resting peacefully with my dad watching over us!
May 30, 2012
may george rest in peace now. too joyce and michelle what wonderful care you both did for george.gary and i am certainly going too miss him.
love darlene anderson fl.
Robin Ayik
May 30, 2012
Auntie Joyce,Michelle,Michael, Jason and Gary my heart is with you Uncle George will be missed. Just know he is with Sito and Gito and he is at peace. You all are in my prayers. God blessed you with a wonderful man. Much love Robin, Fernando and Stephen
SAL DEGON
May 30, 2012
Joyce, so sorry to hear of your loss, George was such a good man and a true friend. I will keep him in my prayers always.
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