George Donald Tanner

George Donald Tanner, age 81, broke the chains of this earth to be in the presence of his Savior and to be reunited with his daughter, Michelle on August 19, 2014. He left in a room surrounded by his family that was full of love and laughter at his passing.

A strong hard working man who was known for his skilled hands, worked tirelessly to support his family and would always lend a hand to help others.

He taught his children that hard work and integrity was the level of expectation in their lives. His boys and son in law all at one point entered the, "Rum Dum Club" after receiving his guidance.

He helped his son in law raise the grandchildren after his daughters passing and is famously known for his, "Bunny Story" with his grandchildren.

Even after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's and when his mind was absent, he never forgot his one true love of 61 years, his precious Ruby. George continued to remember his passion for Ruby and his need to protect and provide for her.

George was blessed with a church family at Athens Missionary Baptist Church, who continued to love and serve George and Ruby through his journey.

He attended Woodward High School and following high school he entered in the U.S. Army and proudly served during the Korean Conflict. George retired from Libbey Owens Ford after 33 years of dedicated service. He was also a member of the Paragon #788 Masonic Lodge.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 61 years, Ruby Tanner; sons, Don (Monica) Tanner, John (Kathy) Tanner and Mike (Julie) Tanner; son-in-law, Tony Maiden; grandchildren, Courtney, Doug, Melissa, Andrea, James, Ashley, Andrew, Drew, Zach, Allie, Damon, Katie, Caleb and Luke; 19 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jonnie Evelyn (Pid) Kemp and Mary (Richard) Krell; many nieces, nephews and canine companion, Maggie. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle D. (Tanner) Maiden; parents, James Otha and Lilly (Cole) Tanner; sister, Betty Jean Gore and brother, James "Bo" Tanner.

The family will receive guests on Friday, August 22, 2014 from 3-9:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300). Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 23, 2014 at Athens Missionary Baptist Church, 101 Breckman St., Walbridge, OH where the family will receive guests from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. Pastor David McGregor officiating. Interment will follow in Lake Township Cemetery.

George's family would like to specially thank the caregivers at Browning Masonic Community and Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo, OH for their tender care, love and support they provided to him and his family.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Athens Missionary Baptist Church in George's Memory.