George "Dean" Warfel's obituary , Passed away on May 11, 2026 in Findlay, Illinois

George "Dean" Warfel

July 15, 1940 - May 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Findlay, Illinois

George "Dean" Warfel's obituary , Passed away on May 11, 2026 in Findlay, Illinois

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Howe & Yockey Funeral Homes

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George "Dean" Warfel

July 15, 1940 - May 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Findlay, Illinois

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George Warfel Obituary

We bid farewell to George Warfel of Findlay, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 11, 2026 at the age of 85. George touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of George Warfel to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though George may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leonard Edward and Pearl M. Warfel (Reed). He is survived by: his wife Ilene Warfel (Wicker) of Findlay, IL; his children, David Keith Warfel of Rockford, IL and Suzanne Mellinger of Findlay, IL; his grandchildren, Tiffany Mellinger, Jacob Mellinger, Daniel Warfel and Kyle Warfel; and his great grandchildren, Mathew and Mason.

Memorials may be given to the Findlay United Methodist Church and mailed to Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, 415 N. Broadway, Shelbyville, IL 62565.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Howe & Yockey Funeral Homes



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