George H. Puntenney

George H. Puntenney, 73, of New Philadelphia, and formerly of Canton, died Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Union Hospital.

Born October 2, 1943 in Steubenville, Ohio he was a son of the late Claude and Alma Morris Puntenney. George was also preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy Young Puntenney; second wife, Anita Austin Puntenney; daughter, Laura Ann Puntenney and brother, Jack Puntenney.

He was the owner of Putt’s Holland Inn at Canton for many years. George was an avid Indians fan, and he enjoyed betting on the dogs at Wheeling Island and fishing.

George is survived by his sons, Greg (Wendy) Puntenney, Jeff (Michelle) Puntenney both of New Philadelphia, Brian Puntenney of Canton; brother, Norman (Joan) Puntenney of Tennessee; grandchildren, Hollie, Hayley, Trenton Puntenney and great grandson, Holden Felgenhauer.

Calling hours will be held in the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory at Dover on Friday from 6-8 pm. There are no services. Those wishing to express their fondest memories of George may do so by visiting the online obituaries link on the funeral homes website.

Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice at 716 Commercial Ave. SW, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663.