George attended Wellsville High School where he was a three-sport
athlete and is in their sports hall of fame. He also attended Mansfield
Teachers College on an athletic scholarship. He retired after a 20-year career
as a New York State Police Trooper and relocated in 1980 to Venice where he and
Mary Lou ran the Florida Construction Report for many years. Finally, he served
as a Security Guard for 15 years at the Venice Hospital.
He also faithfully served his country by enlisting and
serving in the Marine Corp for 3 years, including duty stationed in Japan.
George enjoyed giving back to his community, serving with the
Wellsville Fire Department and the Lions Club where he starred in the annual
“Minstrel Show” production. He also enjoyed coaching baseball, softball and
football for many years.
Not surprisingly, George spent his spare time playing
softball and golf, even carding a hole in one at his home course, Venice Lakes.
He will be missed by many including his and Mary Lou’s McDonalds
“Coffee Group” and his Venice Lakes playing buddies. No memorial service is
planned and the family will celebrate his life privately.
