George A. Lazansky, 93, of Algonquin, IL passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, with his wife, JoAnn, by his side.
Born on June 5, 1932, George was the son of the late George and Lydia (Kanka) Lazansky. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. On November 28, 1957, he married JoAnn Zalesky, and together they shared more than 68 happy years of marriage.
A lifelong resident of Algonquin, George was deeply rooted in his community. He was a lifelong, active member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Algonquin. He was baptized, confirmed, and married in this Church and was a 4th Degree Knight. In the 1980s, he and JoAnn were part of a group of church parishioners who traveled to the Holy Land. His professional career in banking spanned over 30 years with Algonquin State Bank, serving as Vice President and later as a Board Member. George gave selflessly to his community—elected as a village trustee, a founding member of the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Ambulance Service, active in the Lion’s Club, Boy Scouts and many other organizations.
George enjoyed fishing, hunting, and cheering on his beloved Chicago Cubs. He was known for his cheerful smile, positive spirit, and kind heart—always ready with a friendly word or warm laugh. Above all, George was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend who will be sincerely missed
He is survived by his loving wife, JoAnn; his sons, Tom Lazansky of Hoffman Estates, IL, Pete Lazansky (Suzanne Hartnett) of Arcadia MI, and Mike (Lynn) Lazansky of Oswego, IL; his grandchildren, Michael (Katie) Lazansky of Aurora, IL, and Shea Lazansky of Kokomo, IN; and his great-grandson, Gregory Lazansky. He will also be missed by his brother-in-law and friend Pete (Dianne) Zalesky, his extended family Bob (Mary) Frazier, and many treasured nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Barbara (Lazansky) Haase.
Funeral services will be Friday, October 31st. Visitation will be at 10:30 followed by a funeral mass at 11:30 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 111 South Hubbard St, Algonquin IL . At a later date, he will be interred at Saint John Nepomucene Cemetery in Barrington Hills, IL
Those who wish to remember George with a memorial donation are asked to consider the St. Margaret Mary St. Vincent DePaul Society or the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Food Pantry.
George’s family wishes to extend special thanks and appreciation to the people of St Margaret Mary Church, and their Caregiver, Jolly Akumu, for their kindness, support and compassionate care.
For further information, please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or visit www.defiorefuneral.com to leave online condolences.
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will be out of town this weekend for the services. I will always remember him as kind and gentle. He was always so pleasant-- always smiling at family events. All of you have been added to my prayer list. The sun came out today....
Sending our condolences Grant and Lynn Elliott Oshkosh Wisconsin
Our deepest condolences to Jo Ann and the family... Many fond memories of George, whether Alg. St Bank, ST.MM, the fire department, or the gone astray trip to the Holy Lands. We send prayers to all.
We lost a fine man. I’m proud to be his nephew
rest in peace.
I worked with George at Algonquin State Bank years ago and would run into him at the Anvil Club on occasion; really nice man, he’ll be missed. God Speed George!
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
I met George in 1964 when we moved to Algonquin In Cub Scouts saw George at many different events going And in Algonquin for so many years, and I always remember that great smile and always have time to stop and talk to you and ask how you were doing. Prayers to his family he will be greatly missed.
I was so sorry to hear of George's passing, he was a grest guy abd a dedicated and friendly banker. My family started banking with ASB in the late 50's snd he financed all my dads cars there, in fact I stkll have some of my dad's l I an papers with GL3 George's approval on the back. He was always so nice to me and my family and have banked with ASB since 1970 ! He will be missed a devoted , dedicated and wonderful man.
A true class act ,George was known for his unwavering integrity dedication to friends and family alike .He will leave a lasting impact to all .
George, I always enjoyed our work together with the Knights of Columbus. Eileen and Jennifer enjoyed working with you at Algonquin State Bank. I am sorry to hear of your passing as I just returned to the area and was wanting to catch up. Our deepest condolences to Jo Ann and the family. Geof
Sorry for the Family's loss and glad I had the opportunity to meet George A. after I was given the George Lazansky D1J Lions Award in his dad's honor in 2023.
I served with George in Bad Aibling, Germany in the early 50's as members of the 328th Com./Recon. Co which was part of the Army Security Agency. We formed a Reunion group in 1989 and held annual reunions through 2017. I continue to keep the records for our group and will notify them of George's passing. My prayers will be with the family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace George.
Our prayers go to out to the family. George was the first person my husband and I met when we moved to Algonquin many years ago. He was always kind and had such a positive spirit. He will be truly missed. Godspeed George!