George Stahl

Williamsburg- George Elmer Stahl was born July 4, 1923 in rural Williamsburg, Iowa, the son of Elmer George & Eleanor June (Richards) Stahl. He attended Pilot Grove School and graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1941. George was drafted into the US Navy and served from 1945-1946. On February 16, 1952 George was united in marriage to Rita Costello in Millersburg and they were blessed with eight children. He farmed before and after his Navy service and in 1967 purchased a petroleum truck and hauled fuel for Iowa County Farm Service. In 1988 he retired from hauling fuel and went to work for Rita at the Raider Drive In, where she promoted him to head custodian. George was the last charter member of the Iburg Poulson VFW Post #8797, Williamsburg. He enjoyed dancing, playing cards and attending as many sporting events as he could, especially those of his grandchildren & great grandchildren. George passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 in Williamsburg, at the age of 93 years.

George is survived by his wife Rita of Williamsburg; his children: Marsha White, Sheri (Garth) Wetjen, Gary (Judy) Stahl all of Williamsburg, Barb (Dennis) Grauer of Oxford, Lori (Tom) Beemer of Iowa City, Stuart (Pam) Stahl of Ankeny and Michelle (Doug) Sims of Marengo . 24 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and 4 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded by his parents; a daughter LouAnn Martinson; a sister Ruth (Harvey) Burgy and an infant sister Eleanor June Stahl.

Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at the St. Mary's Hall, Williamsburg. Timothy Jones will officiate. Burial will be in the Pilot Grove Cemetery, with Military Rites. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at St. Mary's Hall, Williamsburg. A general memorial fund has been established. Powell Funeral Home, Williamsburg is in charge of arrangements. Messages and tributes may be left at www.powellfuneralhomes.com