George John Regan, 76, of Largo, passed away on June 19, 2016. He was born on July 14, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois, a son of the late John Regan and Marie O’Connell Regan.
George served in the United States Army as a sharp shooter and rifle range instructor. After his time in the service, George continued to devote himself to his community as a policeman. He retired in 1998 from Berwyn Police Department. He was also the owner of Chuggers Lounge and Our Place lounge in Cicero, Illinois and a member of the American Legion post 0256, Commodore Barry Post.
His family remembers him as a kind-hearted, loving, and caring man. He was preceded in death by five brothers: John (Jack) T. Regan, James Regan, Robert Regan, Thomas Regan, and Bill Regan; and one sister: Eileen Surin. George is survived by his wife of 18 years, Patricia McAleer Regan of Largo; three sisters: Margaret Murphy of Bocca Sierra, Elizabeth “Betty” Mahoney of Illinois, and Donna Griffin of Barrington, Illinois.
A service is being held at Bay Pines National Cemetery on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 12:45 pm. Military rites will be rendered in the memory of George. All who plan to attend are asked to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the service. The cemetery is located at 10,000 Bay Pines Boulevard, Bay Pines, Florida 33708.
Such an honor to serve this family. Pam Amos
George, you are a sweet man and I love you for that. I enjoyed knowing you here in Florida and
what a smile you have. God will bless you and the angels are taking good care of you over all
of us each day that we miss you my dear. God bless you and I will help you Pat as she misses
you so much honey, as I miss ” Georgie “. God be with you and always watch over us. Love. Steph
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George will be missed by so many people. He was a good friend to all who knew him. Everyone at The Tap sends their condolences to Pat and the rest of George’s family. -Liz, Greg & Chris
George was a very good and caring man, i was his barber, the news of his passing was sad but i know the Lord has called him home. Prayers and Condolences go out to his family. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. God Bless. Carol
Pat, Love, prayers and positive thoughts to you. I am so sorry for your loss. George was such a great guy. I most remember his great smile and his love of music along with his dancing! RIP George, you were loved by so many! Pat, May your memories give you peace. Sincerely, Cheryl Perry and all the staff and participants at Largo Adult Day Center xoxoxo