George S. Rooks, 60 of Newcomerstown, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, at home with his family.
George was born January 25, 1965, in Dennison to the late George Richard and Eula Virginia (Kuhn) Rooks. George was a 1983 graduate of Indian Valley High School, and worked at Millwood Lumber in Gnadenhutten. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, and loved fishing, hunting, and mushroom hunting. He was a Pittsburg Steelers fan, and loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of forty years Traci Rooks; his children Lindsey Ann (Ricky) Twardoski, Ashley Lynn (Trent) Leggett, and Stephen Hunter Rooks; his grandchildren Braiden Twardoski; his siblings Marguerite Rooks and Marsha Harrington; his sisters-in-law Carrie Rooks, Nancy (Mike) Gibson, and Lee Roth; and his brothers-in-law Jeff Roth and Forrest (Jamie) Mullett; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
George was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Richard Rooks; his sister-in-law Holly Mullett; and his father and mother-in-law Forrest G. Mullett and Audrey L. Mullett.
Per George’s wishes, a cremation will take place. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 4-6 pm at Victory Assembly of God in Newcomerstown.
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