George M. Rybarczyk, 58, of Searsport, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday September 8, 2009 in Belfast. He was born on April 6, 1951 in Weatherly, Pennsylvania, the son of Francis and Frances (Paulmeno) Rybarczyk. George was part owner of Creative Apparel and Maine Woods Pellet Company. His passion was piloting, and he was certified to fly both planes and helicopters. He belonged to the EEA and the AOPA, and enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family. George will be remembered for his great sense of humor by his family and many friends. He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Rybarczyk of Searsport; his children Jill Rybarczyk and husband Wade Boudreau of Gardiner, and Paul Rybarczyk and significant other Colette Narofsky of Belmont; and a grandson Jackson Boudreau; siblings Carol Mateyak and husband Tom, and Margaret Salefski and husband Fred all of Pennsylvania; niece and nephew Joshua Mateyak and Jessica Salefski; and many special friends. Visiting hours will be held on Friday September 11, 2009 from 5-7 pm at Crabiel-Riposta Funeral Home 182 Waldo Avenue Belfast. Those who wish may make memorial contributions in his memory to Town Line Animal Shelter, 46 Baker Road, Belfast, ME. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.crabielripostafuneralhome.com