George Karady, 87, passed away June 10, 2018, while traveling in London. George received his master’s and doctoral degrees in electrical engineering from the Technical University of Budapest. In 1986, he was appointed Salt River Chair Professor at ASU in the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering. Previously, he was with EBASCO Services where he served as chief consulting electrical engineer, manager of electrical systems and chief engineer of computer technology. He was an electrical task supervisor for the Tokomak Fusion Test Reactor project in Princeton. At ASU George helped shape engineering curriculum to reflect industry needs and championed computer-based education. His research expertise spanned power electronics, high-voltage engineering and power systems. He was active in the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers professional organization and earned the highest distinction of membership as IEEE Fellow. For many years, he actively participated with the International Council on Large Electric Systems, a non-profit association for electric systems experts. George is survived by his wife, Iris Feldman, a son, two grandchildren, two step-children and five step-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, George's family requests that contributions be made to the Phoenix Children's Hospital "When In Need Grandmas Serve," or WINGS. Include the note "In memory of George Karady" and send to PCH Foundation, 2929 E. Camelback Road Suite 122, Phoenix, AZ 85016. (Source: Arizona Republic)