George E. Heitger, Sr., age 58,of North Lawrence, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024, following a period of declining health.

He was born July 11, 1965, in Massillon.
George  worked at Chapel Hill Nursing Home for over 31 years.
He was a member of Stark County Rabbit Club.  He enjoyed his rabbits, guinea pigs, and his fish.
George  is survived by his wife of 32 years, Joyce A. (Jones) Heitger; mother, Patricia A. Heitger; two sons, George Heitger, Jr. and Anthony Heitger and his girlfriend, Amber Jackson; brother, Howard (Sandy) Heitger, III; and sister, Tina Mann.
He was preceded in death by his father, Howard L. Heitger, Jr.
A Celebration of Life gathering will be held at a later date.
Condolences to the family may be made here on our tribute wall.