George Eugene Osmak

Born in Edmonton on October 6, 1937, George was a lifelong Albertan who spent most of his life in the Calmar area. A gifted “B” Pressure Welder, George was respected throughout the region for his craftsmanship, generosity, and strong work ethic. He built a long and successful career at the Bonnie Glen Gas Plant near Mulhurst Bay, operated by Texaco Canada Resources and later Imperial Oil. He also supported local customers and farming operations with after-hours welding repairs and proudly assisted in preparing the Athey wagon used to combat the 1954 blowout near Pigeon Lake very early in his career.

George is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Joan (née Reistad); his children, Glenn (Barbara), Jennifer (Garry), and Chris; his sisters Joan and Delores and his beloved grandchildren, Mikaela (Adam), Jake, and Keira. George was predeceased by his parents John & Frances and his brother Allen.

In addition to his welding accomplishments, George enjoyed dancing, playing the accordion, snowmobiling, floor curling, and many memorable family vacations to Banff National Park and Ma-Me-O Beach at Pigeon Lake. He spent considerable time volunteering and supporting his children with their sporting and extracurricular activities. In retirement, he remained active in the Leduc community and found joy in his involvement with St. David’s United Church.

George will be remembered for his quiet strength, generous spirit, humour and devotion to family. His legacy lives on in those he loved and those whose lives he touched.

At the family’s request, a private memorial service will be held to celebrate George’s life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Salem Manor Society in Leduc (https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-salem-manor-society/) or the Alberta Cancer Foundation (https://albertacancer.ca/donate/).