George R. Kropf, 83, of Lyons, passed away Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020 at Lakeland Hospital. He was born in Illinois on Nov. 21, 1936, to the late George and Mildred (Becvar) Kropf.
His early life was spent in Illinois where he attended area schools and eventually served in the U.S. Army.
On Aug. 21, 1991, he was united in marriage to June Wendt. Following marriage, they resided in East Troy before moving to Lake Geneva 19 years ago. George worked as a pilot for a private corporation and was a flight instructor. He loved flying.
George is survived by his wife; stepdaughter, Sue (David) August; grandchildren, Jessica (Joe) Jacobs, Jordan August, Sariah (Aaron) Pluess, Amy Frank and Danny Frank Jr.; and brother, Ray (Joanne).
He was further preceded in death by his stepson, Danny Frank Sr.
Schuette-Daniels Funeral Home is serving the family. Well-wishers may visit www.danielsfamilyfuneral.com.
