George William Miles, Jr.

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July 18, 1942 - November 18, 2024

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Visitation

Monday, December 2nd from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Moreland Funeral Home

Service

Tuesday, December 3rd at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church

George William Miles, Jr age 82 quietly passed away on November 18,2024 at the Danbury in Westerville. He is preceded in death by his parents George and Cecelia (Cronin) Miles, sister, Judy Likar. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Donna, son Michael (Rita), daughter Lori Glud (Todd), grandson TJ, granddaughter, Kelsey, brother John Miles (Eileen), sister Mary Ellen Sanok (John), nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and a host of friends both business and personal. He was born in Yonkers, NY July 18,1942, but a move to Westerville, Ohio in 1957 became home where he graduated high school in 1960 and Otterbein College in 1966. George served his country in the Army National Guard of Ohio for 10 years until a career move occurred. A math and business major led to the world of banking and more starting with Buckeye Federal Savings & Loan in Westerville, Chase Bank in New York, Talman Home, Fuji Futures, Mizuho Securities all in Chicago. Chicago was home for over 40 years before returning to Westerville upon retirement. George was deeply rooted in his Catholic faith and he and Donna were actively involved in their Immaculate Conception parish there. Fr. Lee would tell many a person to go see George for help or answers to needs and to help him as his Parish Council chairperson. George was a mentor to many in his business life as well. But most important in his life was his family.he was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and he cherished the time he had with all but especially grandchildren TJ and Kelsey. Upon retirement he became involved within his community at the Courtyards at Maxtown and was given the tag fondly as "Mayor" as he walked the community daily.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Parkinson's Foundation, PO Box 6003, Albert Lea MN 56007-6603 or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, PO Box 98011, Washington DC 20090-8011

Visitation will be held Monday, December 2nd from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Moreland Funeral Home.

Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, December 3rd at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Westerville.

Condolences

Ken Crouch - Nov 22, 2024

George was a friend to all who knew him. We have truly lost one of the good guys. My heart goes out to all who will be struggling with his loss.

John (Jack) & Barb Downs - Nov 21, 2024

George, we'll miss you. You were a very big presence in our community. God bless.

Diana Oshana - Nov 21, 2024

God Bless you my friend. Rest in peace in God’s Kingdom. Amen✝️

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