George B. "Shakey" Shakespeare, 82, of Palo, died suddenly at his home, Wednesday, February 27, 2013.

Services: 1:30 P.M. Monday at Papich-Kuba Janeba Chapel West, 1604 "J" Street S.W. with Rev. Lloyd Brockmeyer officiating. Burial: Czech National Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 P.M. Sunday at the funeral chapel.

George is survived by his wife, Mary; children, Dawn (Larry) Bender, Cedar Rapids, Diane Voss, Palo and her former husband, Dan Voss, Shellsburg, Dorothy Workman, Hiawatha and her former husband, Orlie Workman, Palo, Dennis (Kim) Shakespeare, Shellsburg, Debbie (Tracy) Langguth, Cedar Rapids and Donna (Larry) Frantz, Cedar Rapids; a brother, David (Mary) Shakespeare, Midway; 17 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his parents, A.B. (Ben) and Irma Shakespeare.

George was born April 22, 1930 in Cedar Rapids and attended local schools. He married Mary Lou Comp in Kahoka, Missouri in 1949.

George was a member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 125 in Cedar Rapids for over 40 years. Prior to that, he was the owner of Shakespeare Service (automotive repair) and also S & S Sinclair Station, and was a welder for Iowa Steel Works. George was also very proud to be a special deputy for the Linn County Sheriffs' Department for 15 years.

In his younger years, George was a musician in "Shakey's Rhythm Ranch Gang" band and also for the Jack Mordorst Band and occasionally with other bands. He was a country music enthusiast.

George was a member of the Eagles Club and a 50 year member of Lodge Karel IV 13 Z.C.B.J.

When he was younger, he loved riding his motorcycle. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, playing cards and especially enjoyed spending time with his family. His family was always very important to him.

A memorial fund has been established in George's name.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.papich-kubafs.com under "obituaries".