George H. Lachnicht, 86, of Red Creek, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2025, peacefully at his home. He was born in Batavia, son of the late Frank Lachnicht Sr. and the late Adelia Becker Lachnicht. He was a retired NYS Trooper, and then worked for National Grid following his retirement from the Troopers. George served as the Town Justice for the Town of Wolcott for 20 years. He enjoyed antique cars, golfing, carpentry, and woodworking.

He is predeceased by his son, Jon Lachnicht, granddaughter, Taylor Ellyn and brother Frank Lachnicht.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carolyn Stevens Lachnicht, daughters, Christine Lachnicht of Red Creek, Karen (Andrew) Merrill of Lodi, son, Jeffrey (Lacretia) Lachnicht of Brookville PA, grandchildren, William Lachnicht, Michael Lachnicht, Alec Lachnicht, Ethan Lachnicht, niece and nephew, Lisa, Michael.

A Funeral mass will be held Monday, October 6, 11:00 AM at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Red Creek, burial to follow at St. Thomas Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, for those wishing to make contributions in George's name they may do so to Lake Shore Ambulance, or the Red Creek Fire Department. Arrangements are in care of the Becker-Keysor Funeral Home, Red Creek. http://www.catoredcreek.com