
- July 19, 1922 - November 3, 2019
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
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George Lalka, 97, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 3, 2019. He was born in Peckville, PA on July 19, 1922, the son of the late John and Pauline Lalka. He resided in Fort Wayne since 1987 and is a member of First Assembly Christian Center, Washington Center Road. George was a veteran of World War II, served in North Africa, Italy, France and Germany. He received a Bronze Star for recognition while serving. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Esther Lalka; two sons Dr. David (Ruth) Lalka and Dr. Stephen Lalka; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, Rose Wolfe, Helen Evans, and Lillian Lalka; two brothers, Fred Lalka and Alex Lalka. Funeral service will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at First Assembly of God, 1400 W Washington Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825 with visitation one hour prior. Visitation will be held from 6:30 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at D.O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815. Burial will take place in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne, Indiana