George Fredrick Mayer, 82, passed away on June 1, 2025, after a period of declining health due to Alzheimer’s disease. He was born on July 17, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Erwin and Irene (Lyons) Mayer. George graduated from Whitehall-Yearling High School and retired in 2017 from Columbus International Airport.
George enjoyed fishing, restoring classic cars, and working as a DJ on cruises. He enjoyed playing cards with friends in the Whitehall Euchre Club. He was a member and former president of the Lions Club, and a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Whitehall.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Dorrie (Willson) Mayer; his brother, Robert Mayer of Illinois; sons, Noah (WYHS 2004) and Brent Mayer (WYHS 2014); daughters, Monica (George) Sidner of Texas, Pam Mayer (WYHS 1986), and Karen Siemans; grandchildren, Derek and Catherine; and great-grandchildren, Vera and Vinny.
A visitation for George will be held Monday, June 9, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Faith Lutheran Church, 730 Collingwood Ave, Columbus, OH 43213. A funeral service will occur Monday, June 9, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service will follow at Eastlawn Cemetery, 1340 Woodland Ave, Columbus, OH 43219.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 730 Collingwood Ave, Whitehall, Ohio 43213.
