George Steven Loya

April 25, 1930 - January 16, 2025

George Steven Loya Sr.(aka Dad, 'Porky', 'Pops, Grandpa, Great Popa)April 25, 1930 - January 16, 2025...a good man, who lived a long and full life...George, Sr. was born, raised and lived his younger life in Danbury, Ct. He later moved to New Milford, and then Southbury,, Ct. Late in life George moved to Virginia.He worked at Marcus Dairy many years and later on at Macton Incorporated.George will be remembered first of all, as a man wholoved his family. He so enjoyed spending time with his grand­children and great-grand children, whenever possible.He was a man who had many interests. George loved football (especially the Giants), and even played some for the 'Top Hat Bulldogs', when he was young. He was a dedicated bowler for many years! This man loved gardening, plants and all things outdoors. George really enjoyed fishing and long daily walks.As a natural caregiver, he loved to care for animals and birds.Finally, he will surely be remembered for his talent with baking, especially Carrot Cake and nut roll, and his wonderful, helpful attitude, which was so charming.Rest In Peace, our dear man...George was predeceased by his late parents; Michael and Mary Loya, his loving wife Helen Fallat Loya, brothers Michael, John, Andrew, Joseph and sisters Maryand Irene. He was survived by his son George Jr., daughter-in-law Debra, and daughter April; and one brother Steven and wife Janet Loya.George was blessed with three grandchildren; ERIN WALSH, husband Casey, JUSTIN LOYA, wife Erin and ASHLEY LYON, husband Jimmy, and seven beautiful great grandchildren! Also, he left many nieces and nephews.Funeral arrangements to be determined at a later date.Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home & Crematory, 62 VA Market Place Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.