Age 85, of South Lyon. Passed on into God's hands January 7, 2012.

He was preceded in death by his wife Vivian, parents Peter and Saima Sikanen, brother Warren Kane and sister Marceille Lehto.

He is survived by his children Ruth Armstrong, Paul (Maureen) Kane, Nina Greene, Mark (Harumi) Kane & Beth (Zia) Mir, 15 grandkids and 3 great grand kids.

George lived a full life and touched many people. He taught at Redford High School for 34 years as an industrial arts teacher. He also taught at Lawrence Tech for over 36 years. He enjoyed teaching Sunday School at Elim Baptist. He was an automotive designer for Ford, Chrysler, GM, and AMC during the summers. A multi-talented man who tried to get the best out of everyone. He held city wide drafting contests for Detroit Schools. President of Southfield Woods Dad's Club Baseball Leagues.

A WWII Veteran MP with the 9th Armored Div in Germany. Active at Highland Park Baptist Church, TOPS, the Finnish Center, and the South Lyon Senior Center. He lived in Detroit and South Lyon. A world traveler who enjoyed meeting people and chatting, he was always wanting to see a different part of the world.

Visitation Wednesday, Jan 11th from 2-5 & 6-9 p.m. at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, Downtown Farmington.

Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday (in state 10 a.m.) at Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lasher Rd., Southfield, MI (South of 12 Mile Rd.).

Memorial contributions may be made to Mark Kane, ISMNZ of North America, 21000 N. 75th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85308.

Interment Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley.

Arrangements by Potti Funeral Directors.