George was born on January 23, 1924 in Gladstone, to Leo and Nicholeta Rouman. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helen; his parents; and his brothers, Hercules and James.

George is survived by his son, Lee Rouman, (Cathie); his daughter, Ann Lapham (Richard); as well as his grandchildren, Christopher Lapham (Aslyn) and Ambre Forslund (Blake); and great-grandchildren Demitrious, Noah, Anastacia and Eleni.

George graduated from Gladstone High School before immediately entering the Army Air Corps and serving as a radio operator during World War II. George's passion for Ham Radio was a lifelong hobby, beginning after World War 2 and only ending with his death.

After the war, he attended the University of Michigan and Marquette University, graduating with a degree in environmental health. George served several county health departments within Michigan prior to becoming a professor of environmental health at Ferris State University in 1971.

George married Helen Papadakis in July 1956 and spent 59 and a half wonderful years together. George was a devoted husband and humble spirit serving God, his family and his community throughout his life. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will miss him dearly, but take comfort that he has been reunited with his beloved Helen.

The funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22, at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.

Arrangements by Metcalf and Jonkhoff Funeral Service, 4291 Cascade Road SE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49546