GEORGE E. WIRICK CROWN POINT, IN George Wirick, age 83, passed away March 17, 2013. He is survived by his loving children: Paula (Rick) Slack and Donald (Carla) Wirick; beloved grandchildren: Jennifer (Mick) Roberts, Rob (Katherine) Stang, Jessica, Brian and Josh Wirick; great grandfather of four; sister, Alice Foust of Ohio; and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jo Wirick; and son, Stephen Wirick. George retired from U.S. Steel after 30+ years of employment. During his retirement years, he enjoyed traveling the country with his wife, Betty. George will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home (8178 Cline Ave., Schererville, IN). Interment Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. Friends are invited to visit with the family on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at the funeral home from 3:00-8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society .