George Earl Michael

George Earl Michael, age 86 of Cortland, OH passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was born on Saturday, February 16, 1935, in Harrisville, PA. He is preceded in death by his son Roger Michael, and parents Roy Frank and Mary Ann Hockenberry Michael, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters. He will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him.
He worked as a machinist until his retirement from Wean United. He later decided he wasn’t ready for retirement and picked his trade back up and worked for Champion Steel until his second retirement at the age of 66.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia “Ginny” McConnell Michael; children, Ken (Cherie) Michael and Carol Ann (Dale) Denman; 8 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; several nieces nephews, and numerous extended family members, also his two fur babies Brandy and Pierre.
Funeral services will be held privately according to the families wishes; a memorial service will be held at a later date. Family is in the care of Lane Funeral Home, Shafer-Winans Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.lanefuneralhomes.com.