George W. Scher, Jr.

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George W. Scher, Jr., 75, Huntington, IN, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at 4:45 a.m. at Parkview Huntington Hospital, Huntington, IN.
Mr. Scher was born November 11, 1940, to George W. and Julia Leota (Bauch) Scher, Sr., in Huntington, IN. His parents preceded him in death. George married Judy Kay Baumgardner. She survives and resides in Huntington, IN.

Mr. Scher graduated from Huntington Catholic High School in 1959. George retired as a printing pressman following 40 years of service. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #1014, F.O.P. Lodge 77, Printing Pressman Union #411, Central Indiana Bluegrass Association and Northern Indiana Bluegrass Association. George was a softball coach for many years with Huntington Catholic High School, Gemmer Field, and the Parks & Recreation Department. He was an avid fisherman and was a fan of Notre Dame, Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.

Along with his wife, he is survived by five daughters: Ann Marie (Michael) Kistler, Huntington, IN, Amy Elizabeth (Wayne Bartrom) Scher, Huntington, IN, Angela Jane (Patrick) Eiting, Nashville, TN, Alisa Kay (Ryan) Fisher, Noblesville, IN, Alane Julia (Mark) Ehler, Huntington, IN; four brothers, Michael (Diane) Scher, Huntington, IN, Brother James Scher OSC, Phoenix, AZ, Terry (Sue) Scher, Huntington, IN, and Patrick (Jackie) Scher, Roanoke, IN. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by one grandchild.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 26, 2016, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street Huntington, IN with Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. .

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 903 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN, with Father Stephen Colchin presiding.

Burial will be at a later date at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Huntington, IN.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Parkinson’s Research or PAL (Police Athletic League) in care of McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN 46750.

McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences: www.mcelhaneyhartfuneralhome.com

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