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George Drewyor Obituary
May 16, 1925 - January 6, 2022
Passed away peacefully at home Thursday, Jan 6, 2022. Born May 16, 1925 to Mary & Arthur. Graduated from Central Catholic High School 1943, was drafted, became a Navy Seabee in WWII.
Upon his return he met and married the love of his life Darlene (Reissig). After being an iron worker in Local 55 he went into sales for Premier Industrial Corp.
He was a long term member of the Stamp Collector's Club of Toledo. Mr. "D" also coached pee-wee baseball for many years in the 60s.
With broad shoulders and firm handshake he was larger than life to his family instilling the value of hard work and the love for family and friends.
Surviving are six of his children, Greg, Tim (Teri), Denise (Roger) Hawkins, George (Margaret), Tom, Kim (Wade) Hampton; brother ,Art (Glenda); 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and many, many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by wife Darlene; infant daughter, Janice.
In lieu of flowers, please consider Cherry St. Mission.
Arrangements by Newcomer Funeral Home, 3655 King Rd. Visitation Wednesday, January 12 from 2-8 p.m. Services Thursday, January 13 at 11 a.m.
3655 King Rd
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Sharon Schaffer Sumner
February 6, 2022
I´m so very sorry that I didn´t know if your dad´s passing. Lack of newspaper keeps us out of touch. I´m so sorry for your loss. Your mom and dad were the best.
Pat Peters
January 11, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Suzan & Joe Drewyor
January 10, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Tom Taylor
January 9, 2022
Art -- I am very sorry for your loss. May the happy memories of George's life and your time with him give you peace and comfort.
Chuck Reissig
January 9, 2022
Remember Geroge, Darlene, Danny,and my Dad sitting around the kitchen table enjoying each others company.
Sorry we can not be there due to health issues.
Claudia Wines
January 9, 2022
So sorry for the Drewyor's family loss. Uncle George was a legend and very loved man. He will surely be missed by many. Derby days will never be the same. I can't help think about all the great times gathered around their kitchen table! I hope heaven has a big table! Love and Hugs!
Charles and Betty Dibert
January 8, 2022
Art, we offer you and your family our sincere sympathy. May God grant you extra strength at this time, and may the happy memories help to sustain you.
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