DALTON, Mass. — George Kardasen, 98, of Dalton, Mass., passed away July 3, 2020, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Clifton, New Jersey, on July 9, 1921, he was the son of the late George and Mary Seventko Kardasen. George was a graduate of Clifton High School. He then went on to receive his bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Alabama and was also a 1947 graduate of Georgia Tech with a master’s degree.

Mr. Kardasen married the former Joan Louise Richards on June 24, 1950. She predeceased him on April 6, 2009.

He was a member of the United States Army from 1942-1946, where he was a corporal and was a radar technician. As a WWII veteran, Mr. Kardasen was able to go on an honor flight to Washington, D,C.

He worked as a senior design engineer for General Electric from 1948 to 1983. He also at one time owned and operated a consulting firm. In 1939, he became a licensed ham radio operator and was active until his death.

George was a Boy Scout master for Troop 4 and was a founding member of Triad in Dalton. He was a great storyteller and was a communicant of St. Agnes Church.

He leaves behind his sons, Richard Kardasen and wife Misty of Hinsdale, and Brian Kardasen and wife Terry of Hinsdale; his granddaughter Bailey; and great-granddaughter, Sadie.

He was predeceased by his sister, Irene; and his grandson, Joshua B. Kardasen.

Funeral notice: A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at 10 a.m. at St. Agnes Church, celebrated by Rev. Christopher Malatesta, Pastor. Burial will follow at Ashuelot Cemetery. 

Calling hours will be held Tuesday, July 7, 2020, from 4 to 6 p.m. at DERY-FOLEY FUNERAL HOME, 890 E. Main St, Dalton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Dalton Senior Center in care of the funeral home.