George “John” Wakim, 81, of Wheeling, died Friday, October 4, 2019 at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home.
He was born June 7, 1938 in Wheeling, a son of the late George J. and Edna Nagem Wakim.
John was the retired owner of the Knotty Pines Bar, was retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel- Beach Bottom Plant, was a Marine veteran, and Catholic by faith.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by three brothers; Thomas, Milo, and Joseph “Buck” Wakim, and two sisters; Margaret and Marie Wakim.
John is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Erma Bene Wakim, three sisters; Blanche Wakim of Wheeling, Angela Donelly of Wheeling, Anna DeAguiar of Canton, MI, and numerous nieces and nephews.
John’s wishes were to have no visitation or services.
Arrangements by the Altmeyer Funeral Home, 154 Kruger St., Elm Grove, WV, where online condolences may be extended to the family at www.altmeyerfuneralhomes.com
Erma, John was always remembered as a warm, good friend of ours. You and he were an important part of the Wheeling Feeling. We will miss him. Our condolences.
Audrey and Fred Horne
Erma… we are so sorry to see this…. My heart goes out to you and his family…
Dear Erma. My heart broke when I heard you lost your dear husband. He was a great, kind, and friendly gentleman and the two of you made a wonderful couple. May you draw strength from your memories. I pray the Good Lord bless and comfort you. With love and prayers – Andrea McDonald
John was one of my favorite customers at the Marathon station. He always had a knid word, offered refreshments to anyone working, and was quick with a smile. I was saddened to hear of his passing. My heart and prayers are with Erma and family.
My sincere and deepest condolences to the family and friends of “John”. Denny Albaugh
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of George John Wakim, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….
US Marine Veteran, George John Wakim, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
I am sorry for your loss. He was a good guy and truly will be missed
Erma:
You know what a great friend John was and what he meant to me. My sincere condolences.