I recall George mostly in his later years as he served as always a ready and capable member of our WYC race committees.  On a personal level, he was most helpful to my wife, Linda, issuing advice on a number of matters, always in an effective manner.

Of course, I had the pleasure of racing on numerous occasions with his children, Susan and Dave in E-Scows and George in the Sunfish.

My condolences and love to the Irmscher family.

Dick Tillman

I knew Dr. Irmscher  as a neighbor at Lake Wawasee and I grew up on Florida Dr.  In 1964 he saved my brother's life.  He was in terrible pain and my Grandmother at the lake took him across the street to Dr. Irmscher to look at him.  It was a raging kidney infection. And Doc  knew what to do.   My father loved to visit with him at the lake.  That man knew his history of the area.  He was generous and will be sorely missed. My condolences to the family.  I just found out about his passing so  please excuse this being so late in writing.

Dr. George Irmscher’s signature was as strong and uncompromising as his his approach to life.  I worked as his receptionist for several years in the early 70’s while my husband was in college.   Besides being a outstanding surgeon, he was also a great man for whom to work.  Not every receptionist can say she worked for a true friend—I can!

One precious memory:  Our oldest daughter was born with a cleft palate and lip.  As soon as I was in the recovery room, my husband called “Doc.”  He came right away and, with his trusty fountain pen and it’s black ink,  drew on the starchy white hospital sheets, sketching out what was the difficulty, and how it would be corrected.  By the time he left, we were assured that we were not to blame, and confident that we could handle the care of our little one.   He went beyond just being thoughtful to being compassionate.

Being a new physician anesthesiologist in Fort Wayne in 1982, I had the opportunity to work frequently and closely with Dr. George Irmscher,  a well-established, meticulous, compassionate surgeon who had a great love and exceptional skill for pediatric surgery.  Our community is better and blessed by his and Jane's service.  They will both be long remembered for the many lives they touched.

“George Irmscher. How can I help you?” This is what I heard each time I called Uncle Bud. It was a greeting I looked forward to as we began our telephone conversations and one that I will forever miss.   As a child, he was larger than life.  As an adult, Uncle Bud was a reassuring presence who I knew I could count on for any help I might need.  He  will live on in my heart along with the wonderful memories I have of him teaching the five McMullen children to sail and ski . Our deepest sympathy and love to Susan, George and David. Your father will be greatly missed by all who had the honor to know him. 
Cathie, David, Caroline, and Park

Dr. Irmscher literally saved my life.when I was 12 years old and came down with pneumococcal  pneumonia.  There was no cure 43 years ago for it, no other Dr knew what to do,  but he didn't give up.  He was with me all the months in the hospital and for the recovery after that. And by the way, he never billed my mother.    What a kind, loving man whom I owe my life to.  May God bless his soul 

I am sorry for your loss. I am a family doctor in Ft. Wayne. I had a bad accident February of 1976 and suffered a traumatic spleen injury. I was carried into the emergency room by my father. Thanks to Dr Irmscher's quick actions I am still here today. I'm sorry to hear of his passing on  my birthday; without his skills, I would not have been able to celebrate the last 44 of them. 

George was a medical colleague for many years. He was well respected for his fine work and character . He will be missed .  We ask God's blessing on him  and my he rest in peace

Our deepest sympathies to the Irmscher Family from Sam and Jan Schwartz

My sincere condolences to the family. My mother (Opal Caudill) loved both Dr. George & Dr. Jane and always spoke so highly of them both. Wishing you peace during this difficult time.

George Irmscher was a wonderful man with a heart of gold.  He showed great kindness to me during a difficult phase of my life, and I will forever be grateful.  My deepest sympathies to David, Susan and George.

OBITUARY

George W. Irmscher M.D.

April 21, 1927 – May 21, 2020

Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home

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