George Somogynari

George Somogynari, age 102 passed away peacefully Friday, July 29, 2022. He was born on April 19, 1920, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Louis F. and Elizabeth Dubois Somogyvari. He is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Geraldine R. Mizner Somogynari; parents; siblings, Paul Somgynari, Bertha Somogyvari, Irma Freeman, Julia Slingley, Mary Somogynari, and Rose Krevjko.
George will be remembered by his family as an awesome man, loved and adored by those who knew him. He filled his life with love and happiness with his late wife Geraldine who he married on January 12, 1946. He proudly served his country during WWII in Italy defending our freedoms. After returning George worked for 37 ½ years at Republic Steel and later worked for Mellott Construction.
He was a member of the VFW and wore his WWII Veteran hat with pride and honor. He was a former baseball player and umpire who loved to watch the Indians and Browns play. George was also a member of the Good Sam’s Camping Club, where he won championships playing horseshoes and shuffleboard. He scored his first hole in one at the young age of 90. Cortland Methodist Church was his home church for many years, where he worshiped and fellowshipped.
He is survived by his children, Jane (Ben) Trask of Cortland, OH, and Gerald (Dora) Somogynari of Clarksville, TN; numerous grandchildren; several great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild; siblings, Margaret Rosenburger, and Helen Zadenjaski and numerous other family members.
Funeral service will be held 4:00 PM Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at Lane Funeral Home, Shafer-Winans Chapel, 164 N. High St. Cortland, OH 44410. Calling hours will be held prior at the funeral home from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Inurnment will be held at Hillside Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.lanefuneralhomes.com.