George D. Ely of Homosassa, FL passed away at Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville, FL on March 12, 2021 at the age of 83. George was born to the late Lester and Palma (Pritcher) Ely in Syracuse, NY on November 18, 1937. Prior to retirement, he worked as an Iron Worker in the Construction Industry and was a member of the Iron Workers Union of Syracuse Local 60. George made Homosassa his home 20 years ago after relocating from Jordan, NY. In his spare time he enjoyed stock car racing and he raced up until the age of 73. He also enjoyed building and repairing cars with his good friend Tom White. As a skilled welder, George could pretty much build or fix anything and could often be found tinkering in the garage.
Those left to mourn George’s passing include his sons: Mike Ely, Ron Ely (Ashley), John Ely (Tammy); daughters: Michelle Young (Paul), Dawn Ely, Margarite Ely, Arlene Barber; brothers: Fred Ely, Pete Ely, Dick Ely; and a great many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Charlie and Don Ely.
Cremation care by the Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness, FL.
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