George Francis Hanway 74, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at his home.
He was born December 12, 1950 in St. Joseph, son of Mary (Hart) and Charles Hanway. He graduated from Christian Brothers, class of 1969. On August 7, 1976, George married Lola Furlong. He worked at Silgan Containers, retiring after 40 years. He loved the outdoors, especially enjoyed hunting including coon, deer, and upland game. He also enjoyed farming and specifically enjoyed the fall harvest. George was a family man, and loved spending time with his grandkids. He was a member of the St. James Catholic Church.
George was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Darlene Hanway, sons, Kenneth and Steve Billings, sister-in-law, Teresa Hanway, and brother-in-law, Mark Dunbar. Survivors include: son, Darren (Cathy) Billings of Savannah, MO, daughters, Lorna (Anthony) Foster of St. Joseph, Dayna Hanway, and Dynese Hanway of Chicago, IL, siblings, Kathleen (Ron) Lee of Savannah, MO, Joe Hanway of St. Joseph, Virginia Dunbar of St. Joseph, Louis (Judy) Hanway of St. Joseph, Barbara (Mike) Fimple of St. Joseph, Rose (David) Schuerkamp of Gallatin, MO, 12 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Friday, July 18, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday at Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be follow services at King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James Catholic Church.
