Chaikowsky, George John Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital at the age of 73. Beloved husband of Susanne for 23 years. Loving father of Jane (Mike), Chris, Peter, Daniel (Kristin), Melanie (Dave), Amanda (Mark) and Ross (Melanie). Cherished grandfather of Sara, James, Eve, Jack, Catherina, Charles, Fletcher, Griffin, Zachary, Marshall, Dallas and Rylee. Cherished brother of Mary (Wayne) Scott. Predeceased by his parents John and Serafina Chaikowsky and by his granddaughter Emily. George's family will receive relatives and friends from 2-4 and 6-8 pm on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for George's memorial.