George E. Walton, 80, of Lancaster, died peacefully at Conestoga View Nursing Home on Sunday, December 6, 2015. George was the son of the late Joseph and Hannah (Petch) Walton. He was the loving husband of Carol (Weidman) Walton. George retired from International Paper in 1997 as a Tool & Dye Maker. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Lancaster. George had a great sense of humor and was known to his friends as the "Reverend of the 8th Ward Church." He enjoyed playing softball for Christ Lutheran Church and belonged to the "What Not" Bowling League. George and Carol enjoyed going to the casinos together. In addition to his wife, George is survived by his son, John Walton, husband of Elizabeth, of Lancaster; 4 sisters: Helen Warfel, Lancaster; Mary Shank, Florida; Janet Walter, wife of Mel, of Manheim; and Martha Little, of New Providence. He is also survived by his brother, John Walton. Family and friends will be received from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM, on Saturday, December 12, 2015, at Conestoga View Nursing Home, 900 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602. There will be a brief Memorial service to follow at 11:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in George's name may be made to the Conestoga View Activities Fund at the address above.