George A Urban, of Prairie du Sac passed away peacefully May 19, 2024, at his son and daughter-in-law's home after battling cancer and other health problems. He was born in Madison, IL. to the late Pat and Mildred (Rydgig) Urban on January 22, 1944. While on the golf team in High School, George scored a 354-yard Hole in One. He graduated from High School in Collinsville, IL. in 1961. Doing construction work, he traveled around the country which landed him in southern Wisconsin where he met his future wife, Ida Wendt. They married in 1970 and had two children, George II (1971) and Sherri (1973). George and Ida divorced in 1991. He operated a service station in Cambridge, WI. for several years. After selling the station he went to work for Carnation in Jefferson, WI. for 10 years. He then started driving over the road trucks for Wolf Trucking and other companies. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and belonged to fishing clubs in several areas of the state. George was involved with racing in the late 60's. George got back into racing in the 90's at Jefferson Speedway and other local tracks. His son, George II, was the driver of the Sportsman's car and when George II moved up to the Late Model division, daughter Sherri started driving the Sportsman's car. They enjoyed success in winning many feature events. George's cars were always well prepared for the track. He spent many long hours working on the cars. He loved racing very much. Later he moved to Merrimac/Sauk Prairie area to help in the Auto Repair and Service Station that George II owned. There he met a special friend to enjoy the rest of his years with, Cathy Harmon. He loved his grandkids and family meant a lot to him.

He is survived by his friend, Cathy Harmon; son, George II (Jennifer) Urban of Prairie Du Sac, WI, and daughter Sherri (Bob) Buerger of Fort Atkinson, WI. Grandchildren, Samantha (Fiancé EJ Arteaga) Buerger of Milwaukee, WI, Wyatt, Chase, and Austin Urban of Prairie Du Sac, WI.  Siblings, Ben Urban (Collinsville, IL), Paula (Forry) Wells (Troy, IL.) and Chuck (Sue) Urban (Highland, IL).  He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Patrick Urban; sister-in-laws, Sydney Urban and Mary Miller.

A visitation will be held for George on Thursday, May 30th from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Hooverson Funeral Home, 251 Water St., Sauk City.

George's family would like to thank Dr. John McAulliffe and the many staff at Prairie Clinic, Sauk Prairie Healthcare, St. Mary's and the Dean Specialty Clinics who cared for Dad over the many years of health issues. Special thanks to the SSM Hospice Staff for their loving support. He truly enjoyed you all and looked forward to your visits.

In lieu of flowers, we ask if you wish to honor George make a contribution to a Fishing or Conservation Club in your local area in his name. He loved the outdoors and family. Fly high and we know you are looking out for all of us.

Online condolences may be made at hooversonfuneralhomes.com