George E. Lanciault

George Ernest Lanciault, age 96, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026.

He was born in January 1930 in Ware, MA. He graduated from Lowell Technological Institute (now UMASS Lowell) with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. In 1951 he enlisted in the Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Germany serving in the occupational forces.

Later, George joined Atlas Chemical Industries and worked in the Chemical Division Product Development Laboratory. He also worked in the International Division Marketing Group and the Dyes and Fine Chemicals Division. He retired from ICI in 1989.

After retiring, George did volunteer work for Delaware Hospice and Meals on Wheels. He was an honorary 50-year member of the Knights of Columbus Pius X Council, a member of the American Legion Post 18, and an emeritus member of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists.

George is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Gert, and his sister Diane of Brimfield, MA. He is survived by his sons, George of Wilmington, DE, David of Wilmington, DE, and Dan of Newark, DE. He also leaves behind his adored grandchildren, Lindsay, Carly, Jamie, and Nathaniel, and his cherished great grandchildren, Rhys, Fox, and Hazel.