Former Stafford Champion George Janoski Passes at 79
George M. Janoski, 79, of Janoski Rd., Ashford, beloved husband of the late Janie (Friese) Janoski, passed away on Saturday, (January 12, 2008). He was born in Stafford Springs, son of the late Michael and Frances (Trudzinski) Janoski. George was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and retired as a maintenance worker from the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation.
He was a longtime dirt track racing competitor and former modified champion at the Stafford Motor Speedway during the fairground era, and also in the southern circuit. George was inducted as a hall of fame member of the New York State Stock Car Association. He was also a fan of the Boston Red Sox and UCONN women’s basketball team.
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George is survived by his two loving granddaughters, Michelle Herzog of Stamford and Katherine Herzog of Texas; a sister, Eleanor Liszewski of Vernon; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Rose Herzog.
His funeral will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. Burial will follow in St. Edward Cemetery, Stafford Springs. A calling hour will be held on Thursday from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ashford Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 1, Ashford, CT 06278. For online condolences or directions, please visit: www.introvignefuneralhome.com.
Sources: Hartford Courant
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