George I. Bane, 74, passed away peacefully at home on March 30, 2023.  Born in South Boston, VA, his family moved to the peninsula where he became a long-time resident of Newport News, VA.  George graduated from Warwick High School in 1967 and attended a vocational-technical school and went on to have a long career as a plumber and pipefitter.  He retired from James River Mechanical, and then focused on his new role of full-time Paw-Paw, a job he described as, "having crappy pay, but the greatest rewards." George was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a most loyal friend to many.  In his spare time, he enjoyed painting, drawing, fishing, spending time with family and friends, and being the number one fan in the stands of his grandchildren's sports activities.

George was preceded in death by his parents, George and Alice Bane; brother, Jerry W. Bane; and best friend, Clell "Rusty" Hart. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Barbara C. Bane; son, George Matthew Bane (Heidi); daughter, Ashley Westphal Swain (Robert); grandchildren, Tyler M. Bane (Chandlyr Blake), Rilee L. Bane, McKenna L. Swain, and Emerson A. Swain; great-grandchildren, Bodhi M. and Blakely M. Bane; sister, Carolyn Mitchell; aunt, Myrtle Seay; and brother-in-law Jack Carper, II.

The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 PM Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Huntington Mennonite Church, 785 Harpersville Road in Newport News.  Immediately following at 2:00, George's life will be remembered and celebrated.

The family wishes any expressions of sympathy to take the form of contributions to the Peninsula SPCA by clicking HERE. , or any Humane Society.

Arrangements are by Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions in Hampton, 757-825-8070.