George E. Amacher Jr., 70, Ridgway

George E. Amacher Jr., 70, of Ridgway, passed away Thursday morning, October 15, 2026, at UPMC Hamot in Erie, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born February 16, 1956, in Ridgway, the son of the late George Amacher Sr. and Joyce (Papa) Amacher. George resided in Ridgway all of his life and was a graduate of Ridgway Area High School Class of 1974.

George was a devoted and dedicated father. He was profoundly proud of his eight children, who were his greatest joy. He never missed an opportunity to tell others how proud he was of them. He treasured their successes, and his greatest joy was watching them grow, build their lives, and become the people they are today.

George was ALWAYS known for being a hard worker. He worked at Motion Control Industries for over 28 years and spent many years logging. He obtained his CDL and drove cross-country before entering the oil field, where he worked with NexTier Oilfield Solutions formally known as Keane for 15 years. He was currently employed at PC Systems in Ridgway.

Although he held many titles throughout his life, his favorites were Dad and Papa.

George enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, hunting, fishing, and spending time at his deer farm and camp. He loved to work with his hands.

He is survived by his eight children: Joshua (Billie Jo) Amacher Sr., Benjamin (Cari) Amacher Sr., Christie (Kris) Gardner, Ashley (Brandon) Gardner, Lindsay (Joshua) Marzella, Kylee (Tobias Sr.) Streich, Austin (Keara) Amacher, and Brandon (Jade) Cherry.

Twenty-eight grandchildren: Madison, Kaitlyn, Gabriella, Joshua Jr., Benjamin Jr., Nora, Mia, Jeremiah, Thaddeus, Haylee, Jack, Luke, Keyona, Jayden, Braxton, Jacob, Lazlo, Antonio, Marco, Nico, Kamila, Cambree, Maleah, Tobias Jr., Koa, Layla, Greyson and a baby boy on the way; as well as two great-grandchildren, Colby and Trey as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his longtime companion, Tammy Whittle, with whom he shared many years with, his ex-wife Beth (Cherry) Amacher and her father, John "Skip" Cherry with whom he remained friends, in addition to sisters-in-law, Tammy Amacher and Tracey Amacher.

Besides his parents, George was preceded in death by his two brothers, David Amacher and Stephen Amacher, and two grandchildren, Amelia Streich and Enzo Marzella.

Funeral Services for George E. Amacher Jr. will beheld on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM at Krise Funeral Home, 130 Center Street, Ridgway, PA 15853, with Pastor Randy Yeager officiating.

Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery in Ridgway.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday at Krise Funeral Home from 1:00 PM until the time of the service.

Krise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 130 Center St., Ridgway, PA 15853 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com.