George A. Nero

December 28, 1940 — April 26, 2026

George A. Nero, 85, a lifelong resident of St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly with his family by his side on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk.

He was born on December 28, 1940, in Brockway, PA, a son of the late Anthony and Ella Squires Nero.

On October 29, 1960, he married Karen Anderson Nero, who survives. For 65 beautiful years, they moved through life hand in hand – rarely missing a polka dance where their laughter, steady rhythm, and enduring love became a familiar and cherished sight for all to see.

George was a proud graduate of Central High School, class of 1959, and was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Church. He was a hardworking and dedicated businessman who proudly owned and operated General Fire Protection company for many years, earning the respect of all who knew him. Outside of work, he found his greatest joy in life’s simple pleasures-working his beloved bird dogs, polka dancing hand in hand with his wife, and spending quiet days at camp surrounded by the people he loved most. His grandchildren were the light of his life, and he treasured every moment spent with them, creating memories that will be cherished for generations.

In addition to his wife and dancing partner of more than 65 years, Karen Anderson Nero, he is survived by three children; Laurel (Steve) Leuschel, Toni (Brian) Mosebarger, Andy (Lynette Meyer) Nero, all of St. Marys; and by his nine beloved grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law; Junette Weisner and Lyn Schrubb, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by two brothers; Raymond and Dale Nero, and by three sisters; Dolly Yetzer, Eileen Rimer, and Priscilla Mortland. He was the last member of his immediate family.

A Mass of Christian Burial for George A. Nero will be celebrated on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 with Fr. Ignatius Camello, OSB, as celebrant.

Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.

Visitation will be at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Sacred Heart Church, NCP Polka Boosters, c/o John and Pat Moore, 331 Spring Street, Kane, PA 16735.

Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com

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