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George, Mathai Kolath REXFORD Mathai Kolath George, 42, passed away suddenly in a fatal airplane accident along with his son, George on Sunday, June 14, 2009. He was born the second child of the late Dr. Kim George and Chinn-amma George in Kerala, India on January 28, 1967. Mathai immigrated to the U.S. 20 years ago. He was a successful entrepreneur. He was the founder and CEO of Kolath Hospitality Group. His hobbies included boating, golf and a passion for flying. Though he will be greatly remembered as a very successful businessman by the world, he will be most remembered for being a strong man, caring father, loving husband, faithful son, compassionate friend and a mentor/thoughtful big brother. Mr. George is survived by his wife, Annie Kolath and five children, Thomas, Alexander, Diana, Victoria and Sara. Wake services will be held on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Peter's Armenian Apostolic Church, 100 Troy-Schenectady Rd., Watervliet, NY 12189. Funeral services will be Friday afternoon at 12:30 at the church. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. To leave a special message for the family online, visit NewcomerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jun. 17 to Jun. 18, 2009.

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jacob manuel

June 24, 2009

I have no words to say yours loving( manuel sahodharan) son POLLY from abudhabi after I hear the news I didnd sleep properly because all the old memories are coming while we stuided together in st- thomas convent & malampuzha ITI & church , our house because we are family friends too Mathai now also one of your song always is in my ear (maranam karirumbanikalil meyil tharayumbozhum avanaruli pithava evar cheyunnathenthennu evarode kshimikenama mappaganama evarke mappaganama )you sang this song from calicut how is Ammama ? 1st, thessaloninas 4:13-18 may thei soul rest in peace our prayers are with you POLLY & SIBYJACOB KOLATH Abudhabi UAE

Thomas Tobin

June 22, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

SANIL GOPI

June 21, 2009

PLEASE ACCEPT MY SINCERE & HEARTFELT
CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND THE KIDS AND THE WHOLE GEORGE KOLATH FAMILY.
MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO GET
THRU THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
MY FAMILIES PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE KOLATH FAMILY.

SANIL GOPI & FAMILY
BALTIMORE
MARYLAND.
301-379-6095

leeza george

June 21, 2009

Dear Annie
am sophy's friend - she was talking to me about you and husband during her last visit to kerala. ystday when she called up n talked about the accident it came as a huge shock. i dont know wht to say but i feel ur pain n loss. pl be brave for your children n keep ur spirits up. a time like this is not easy to handle for anyone but from what i heard u r a brave woman n i hope u will able to summon enough strength for yourself and your family.
our thoughts n well wishes are with you. may the gods you believe in bring you peace and acceptance.

June 20, 2009

God Bless you and your family.

Thomas Family

June 19, 2009

Dear Annie,Children and Chinnamma sister,
May the Good Lord give you all the peace and comfort."Gardner picked the best flowers from the garden".Job's God is our God.He knows what he is doing.But it hurts rest of us. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers.God bless you all.
Thomas Family .

Dally, Deeba, and Brandan

June 19, 2009

Our condolences to your family during this tradgedy. Those lost are now in God's hands and we look forward to seeing them again one day.

TINA BONARRIGO

June 19, 2009

MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU. MAY YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FIND PEACE. I HAVE NEVER MET THEM, BUT TWO EXTRA ANGELS IN HEAVEN WATCHING OVER YOU AND MAKING SURE YOU ARE SAFE. IM SORRYR FOR YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Ammu C Pillai

June 19, 2009

MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO YOU & FAMILY. May their soul rest in peace. Our prayers are with you.

Bill Lawrence

June 18, 2009

Dear Annie: I was traveling when I heard the shocking news about George. I had just seen him at the Choice Hotels convention last month, and he told me how things were going so well.

My prayers go to you and the children.

Bill Lawrence
Choice Hotels International

Joyce

June 18, 2009

Dear Annie,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May your memories give you the strength and comfort.

Dan Abraham

June 18, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

June 18, 2009

Annie,
George was a great man. He will be
missed.
Dave DeMarco and Family

June 18, 2009

June18,2009

We the members from 15th branches of kolath kudumbam and the managing committe of our kolath kudumbam pray for all of you and convey our condolences.may the holy sprit strengthen you .we all are praying for you. for kudumbayogam Mr.T.M.PHILIP,koltah tholoor ,kozhencherry (tresurare,kolath kudumbayogam )

Rest In Eternal Peace

Parmod and Tara Jindal

June 18, 2009

Annie,

May God bless you and your beautiful, loving family as you deal with this tragic loss. Our prayers and support are with you and we know that God will give you the strength you need in the days to come. You are and will continue to be in our hearts and minds.

June 18, 2009

May God comfort the near & dear ones at this time of crisis.Be strong GOD never fails.

Thomas Kottackal and Family

June 17, 2009

Our sincerest condolences go to the George family. We just wanted to let you know, that we are keeping your family in our prayers. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

John Ives & Cathy Pettigrew

June 17, 2009

Annie,

Cathy and I were so shocked to hear the terrible news! We all know families are shaped by the mother. You produced one happy husband and lovely children. Your husband was truly a nice guy. He was very gracious to us. He will be missed. Please accept our sincere condolences on the tragic loss of your husband and son.

June 17, 2009

My the peace and comfort of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. May the Holy spirit strengthen you at this time of sorrow.

Abey Cherian
New City, NY
[email protected]

Saroja Merchant

June 17, 2009

Dear Annie,

Although, we've only met a few times at LCC I was so thrilled with your friendly, kind nature. We are truly shocked and saddened to hear about the sudden loss of George and little George. We are available and have tried phoning. Please call anytime so we can comfort you or provide practical assistance for the family.

sanil thomas

June 17, 2009

my prayers and condolences to the family

DEBBIE JEZOWSKI

June 17, 2009

MATHAI FAMILY,

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. IF THERE IS ANYTHING YOU NEED PLEASE LET US KNOW.. WE ARE SO VERY SORRY FOR YOU LOSS.

DEBBIE JEZOWSKI
SUSAN MAYE
OF AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN OF AMSTERDAM

June 17, 2009

To all of the members of the George family, I wish to express my sincerest condolences. I met Kolath five years ago when I worked on designing and constructing the large ponds on VanWies Point Road. Kolath was a great visionary, who was pleasant, kind and always a gentleman. He had a profound effect on my life. I am so very sorry for the loss of your son and husband.
If there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to call.

Wayne D. LaChappelle
(518) 810-3038

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