George Ivan Zavalney, 77

George Ivan Zavalney, 77, passed away April 4, 2020.

George was born in Glasgow, Montana, on Dec. 4, 1942. He was raised along with his two brothers by his mom, Christine and step-dad John. He graduated from Glasgow High School in 1961.

George married Peggy on July 19, 1963. Together they raised three wonderful children.

He worked as a carpenter for many years before becoming a superintendent on many jobs throughout Montana.

He lived in Bozeman for many years before moving to Kalispell, where he had lived for the last 16 years. He and Peggy had spent the last two winters being snow birds.

George was preceded in death by his mother, Christina Whittle; step-father, John Whittle; father, John Zavalney; brother, Harold Zavalney; and daughter, Kimberley Zavalney.

He is survived by his wife, Peggy Zavalney; son, Kelly Zavalney; daughter Keila and Pat Johnson; grandson, Caleb Hartry; step-grandsons Jeremy and Kyle Johnson; brother, John Zavalney; and niece and nephews.

George will be truly missed, especially his quick humor and the stories of his swindling at the garage sales.