George F. Kilburg

George F. Kilburg, age 77, peacefully passed away at St. John Medical Center of natural causes on October 27, 2023.

He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 27, 1946, to George P. Kilburg (deceased) and Elizabeth H. Balaam - Kilburg (deceased). George was raised in Cleveland's west side suburbs with his four younger sisters, Joyce (deceased), Cindy, Jeannine and Patricia.

Always intrigued by technology and adventure, George entered the U.S. Navy just after high school to become a submariner. After honorably fulfilling his obligations on USS Threadfin (Key West, FL) he joined the Army National Guard where he served as a combat medic with the 316th AeroMedEvac unit. This endeavor ignited his love for flying. George went on to build a career in corporate aviation spanning several decades, introducing him to many people and places the world over. 

Flying private jet powered aircraft also fueled his passion and involvement in motorsports. He poured his energy into building, modifying, and driving open-wheeled race cars with his family and friends. He was a founding member of M.O.R.E. (Mini-Champ Outlaw Racing Enterprises) which opened new opportunities, for many, to local circle track racing. He also competed in the SCCA Formula 440 North-East Ohio Regional Series before retiring comfortably in North Olmsted, Ohio with his wife Barb.

After Barb's untimely passing (2018), George relocated and lived out his remaining years in Brecksville, Ohio. There, he continued to exercise his never ending desire for creativity by designing various pieces on his computer and producing them on his 3-D printer.

At the end of the day, he loved to unwind with an old movie, sitting by the fire surrounded by loved ones.

He was held dear to many for his wild sense of humor, lightning quick whit, highly playful nature and magnetic charm. He carried these traits, keeping people laughing, to the very last moments and will forever be missed. 

George is survived by his sisters; Cindy Ruic, Jeannine Edlund (Dave) and Patricia Jogan, his children; Jackie Thompson, George Kilburg, Stacey Zahuranec (Bonnie), Dave Kilburg, Kristen Kilburg, his grandchildren; George & Sarah Kilburg, Peyton & Bayleigh Skernivitz, Spencer Thompson, Matt Collecchi, Cynthia & Grace Fisak.

Military Honors and interment will take place at 1:15 pm December 8, 2023 in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Road, Seville, OH 44273.

GEORGE B. MAXON

November 3, 1927 - May 29, 2016

George B. Maxon, 88, of Concord Township passed away on May 29, 2016. He was born on November 3, 1927, in Cleveland, Ohio.  George was a retired auto body teacher for the Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools. George was also a volunteer firefighter with the Concord Township Fire Department, and a charter member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Painesville Township. George proudly served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Blackfin (SS-322). George enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with family and friends. George was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dorothy Helen (Laukkonen) Maxon, parents Etta May and Burwell Maxon, sister Mary Shimp, and brother-in-law Harold Shimp. George is survived by his children Barbara Bretzman, Kathy Maxon, Bill (Ruth) Maxon, and Becky (Philip) Pesosky; grandchildren Brian Meyer, George Hudson, Mary Bretzman, Madeline and William Maxon, Kristen (Daniel) Barbera, and Andrew Pesosky, and three great-grandchildren. 

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of the Western Reserve. Services will be private.