GEORGE EDWARD MAUST
Age 82, of Chardon, died July 16, 2020 at UH Geauga Medical Center, Claridon Twp. Born March 12, 1938 to George E. and Marie (nee: Schroyer) Maust, in Acosta, PA, he has been an area resident since 1959. After graduating from Somerset High School in 1956, he proudly joined the US Air Force. After his service commitment, he came to Euclid to join GE as a Machinist. After the plant closed, he and three others started and operated Matrix, a machine shop that is still in operation today. George was an avid wood worker, making many beautiful pieces for family and friends to enjoy. He was an active member of Geauga Aerie Eagles #2261.
George is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dora (nee: Merkosky) of Chardon, daughter Pam (Brett) Crawford of Chardon Twp., granddaughters Brianna Crawford of Mentor and Candace (Nate) Remington of Russell Twp. and great grandchildren, Reece and Peighton. He also leaves his sister Lenola Platnick of NV and their adoptive daughter, Angela Knight. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Georgie and daughter Teresa, brother Braden Minerd and sisters Reva Lappi and Tulva Durst.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 21, 2020 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at the Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon. Funeral service will be Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 11:00 AM, followed by burial at All Souls Cemetery. The family suggests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place
Memphis, TN 38105, https://www.stjude.org/. The Funeral Service being held on Wednesday can be viewed on our website by clicking on the Watch Funeral Service icon on his obituary. Please note: The graveside portion of the service will not be broadcasted.