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PLATT, GEORGE R., 63
Ocala - George R. Platt passed away November 20, 2012, at home of a heart attack.
He leaves behind his wife, Judy, of 44 years whom he met in 1965 at the age of 16 and told her he was going to marry her one day. He was owner of BG's Pack-N-Ship & More in Ocala.
He moved here 30 years ago from south Florida. At that time he owned a Justice Brothers route. Later he ran a Lance route. He had a love for Nascar, yard sales and flea markets.
He leaves behind his be-loved children, Scott and Jan Platt and Jamie and Joey Stuck of Ocala; Crysti and Justin Fried and Corey Platt of Belleview; six grandchildren that brought him so much joy, Cameron, Brandon, Caleb, Braeden, Dawson and "pretty girl" Paityn; sisters, Linda (Ron) Ayers, Ocala; Dorothy (Duane) Brown, Summerfield; Lorraine (Pete) Emery, Kissimmee; Sharon (Kevin) Riley, Henderson, NV; brothers, Kenny (Alice) Platt, Covington, LA; Richard "Skip" (Laura) Platt, Belleview; and plenty of nieces and nephews.
Memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., November 25th, 2012 at The Garden Worship Center, 7655 SE 126th Place, Belleview.

Published by Ocala Star-Banner from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25, 2012.
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Thank you for the many times you made me laugh at your crazy behavior. I real friend like you is one in a million. You are in my thoughts 24-7.

Basil Kaspar

Friend

November 18, 2023

George,
The years have passed by quickly, but our friendship never weathered. I can tell you that you would be very proud of your children and grandchildren. This is something you instilled in them. I have mentioned before I think of you often, this is because our friendship was very real. Look down on us and guide us.

Basil Kaspar

Friend

November 18, 2022

George our friendship was very special, we spent many days working together and laughing. I miss you everyday but have joy in remembering our loyalty we had for each our.

Basil Kaspar

November 18, 2021

Today makes "7" years since you have been gone. I try to keep busy so I don't remember every little detail about it. There has been a lot that has happened in the last seven years that you should have been here
for. For some reason I miss you most at church. You were never in our new church but when we hold
hands during the Our Father I can feel you there with me. You probably know that Andy is with me now
and somehow you might have had something to do with that. We talked about you often. We are good
for each other. Keep watching over me and I will keep looking up to the sky. Love Always, me

Judy Platt

Spouse

November 20, 2019

A day doesnt go by that I think of you, your friendship is missed more then you can imagine. Oh how we shared many great days laughing together and playing crazy card games. Your bond with me was stronger then any brother could have, which always brought me strength through rough times. I have had many dreams of you and I, which I share with your lovely wife Judy on several occasions.
George, you might not be here on earth, but you are with me everyday. No one could have had a friend as special as you. When you left us you took a piece of me with you that nobody might understand, but someday we will see each other again.
Your friend
Basil

Basil Kaspar

Friend

November 18, 2019

Our Dearest Big Brother,
I miss you and love you with all my heart. You will always be our very special Guatdian Angel.

November 24, 2013

I dreaded this day coming because it really meant that you have been gone for a whole year. It isn't any different than all the other days
with my thoughts and feelings of you. They are always with me. There has been a lot of trials this past year and I am hanging on to all the good things that have also happened.
You will always be a part of me.
The part that is missing. Do me a favor when I see you
again please wear the black jeans
you wore the first time I met you.
Love forever, me

Jud

November 20, 2013

Today marks the day we have, only by God's love and the love of each other, survived the last year without you. It's ben a year since I've held your hand, kissed your forehead, hugged you, & kissed you goodbye for the last time, but I have never stop loving you & never will. I can still see you and hear your voice like it was yesterday, and I know I will see you again. Losing you so unexpectedly ripped all of our hearts out but I had to replace those emotions with feelings of gratitude that God blessed me with the most amazing father, the most amazing role model, the most amazing grand father to my son, the most amazing friend, and the most loving husband to Mom (and so much more) ! You were truly a phenomenal person and I am so lucky to have you as my dad and even more lucky to have been your "Creep". I love you daddy and always will!

Crysti Driggers

November 20, 2013

George, today marks one year since you left us for your heavenly home. You are together with mom and dad again.
I never thoughtI would see the day
when you wouldn't be here. You were always there and you always had a way to make me smile.
But that was before you were gone.
It feels like it's been forever since I've seen you. I miss you so much.
In my heart you will always hold a special place as will all the good times we've shared and the memories we made. I think about them all a lot. I just assumed our family would never be apart form one another.
You were always the light at the end of my storm and the light at the end of the tunnel for many of us.
There seems to be so many questions I still need to have answred. Why you? Why then? My brother, my best friend gone. Why?
One day you were there, and the next you had to leave. I didn't know what to do,I didn't how to believe you were really gone and I kept wondering why. Why this and why that, why did you have to go. I tried my hardest, to let you go. I just couldn't believe it. It took me quite a while, to accept that you had left.
George that minute I knew you were gone, and now until the end of my life
every minute, every hour, every day, I love you still and I miss you with an ache in my heart that no words could ever explain.
Heaven called you that day to go home
leaving us with so many words left to say. But then it was too late, for us to say words that were unspoken and I am sure everybody has some they wish the did as I do.
Regrets and wishes unsaid.
But now I have only memories of you that will last forever.
You always made me smile even when I didn't feel like smiiling.
You are now a special star in my sky.
You were a blessing to me and you still are. But the family you made is still here with us and we love them so much. They are a gift you gave to us, a special gift like no other and we cherish them just as we cherish your memory.
I know that you are still with us.
I know that you are still here in many ways. Your spirit will never leave.
Some days I still cry for what seems like forever. I never imagined you would ever be so far away. But I know someday will come when God will reunite all of us again and I hold onto that knowledge and thats what gets me through when tears and memories overtake me. I read a poem the other day and it seemed like words you might want to share to help us feel better:


My life is not over
I just started a new birth
but I learned many things
while here on earth.
I learned to trust God
and in all that you do
he will forgive your sins
because he never stops loving you.

I learned to feel secure and never alone,
I learned God has a place for me
and it's my heavenly home.
I had a destiny and it was to be free.

One day I heard someone calling my name
George it's time to come with me.
It's time to come home my child for I am your heavenly king
Enter my gates with praise and rejoice as my angels sing.
Don't worry about your family for they will not be left in grief.

Now since you all know where I'm going I won't say goodbye.
Because we'll meet again,
I'll just say "see you in heaven".
To all my family and friends.

I LOVE AND MISS YOU GEORGE AND THAT WILL NEVER CHANGE. YOU WERE MORE THAN MY BROTHER YOU WERE MY FRIEND. A FRIEND LIKE NOT MANY PEOPLE COULD EVER HAVE.
LOVE LIVES FOREVER.....

Dorothy Brown

November 20, 2013

Every time I try to remember the last time I saw you....I can't remember that exact moment....I can't remember saying good-bye. I know we hugged....I know I told you that I love you....but I just can't remember that exact moment, no matter how hard I try. I often wonder....what if I had known that would be the last time....I often wonder....would I remember that exact moment....where did that memory go? George, I miss you so much. I thank God for having given you to us, for sharing you with me. Although I'll never understand why you were taken from our lives when you were, I don't question. I love you "big brother". I miss you with all my heart. You are truly an Angel.

Sharon Riley

November 19, 2013

Georeg I think I forgot to say I love you Big Bro!!!!

Dorothy Brown

August 20, 2013

I have dreamtabout you three times now in less than a week. Someone once told me that means the dream would come true,guess that might mean the dream has to be the same not the person . . . I miss you George, this world is getting crazier and crazier and I hold tightly to knowing you are in a better place. No worries no sorrow no pain no heart break. Not only are you with Mom and Dad, you are in Gods ever loving arms and safe. One day we will all be together again, until that day, I hope your smile and your laughter remain in my dreams every night! Miss you so much. But, I know that LOVE LIVES FOREVER

Dorothy Brown

April 23, 2013

It's so hard to believe, still yet, that you are gone, gone to a better place, with Mom & Dad. I still miss you so much, but I also know you are happy, pain free & a Guardian Angel to all who were blessed to know you. I know you still hold on to friendships, family & the love of your life, Judy. Words will never describe you or your loving, & caring heart. The biggest heart I've ever known! I love you George & I smile every single time I think of you.....thank you for those smiles. I miss you with all my heart.
Dolly

Sharon

April 21, 2013

Howdy there Bro! Its been 5 months today and I don't miss u any less just a whole lot more!!!
You touched so many lives you know. So many love and miss you. You were always such a good and loving husband father grampy brother uncle and friend. Your heart just wrapped around the lives you touched and left us so many wonderful memories. Thos memories are what I hold onto. They make me smile, even sometimes when I want to cry.Thnaks George, for being who you were. I will never stop missing you, it may hurt a little less as we move along, but the absence of your earthy presence will always leave my heart longing to have my big brother here with me again. Until that day when we meet again, I will hold onto and cherish all the times we shared, everything you were, and everthing you will never stop being to me. Enjoy the bliss of heaven, I know we will all enjoy and have each other again one day. I live here day to day, yes life goes on, but I also live day to day knowing I have eternal life, and it is in that eternity that all this will make sense and I can hug my brother again. You are missed my dear brother and I love you so much.

April 20, 2013

George, you gave us a beautiful and loving friend when you fell in love and brought us Judy, our sister. You and Judy raised a beautiful, good and loving family. Thank you for all of them. Just like you, they are and always will be a beautiful and special part of our lives. We love them all so much. We promise you, though we know you are watching over them, we will always be here for them. XXXOOO Duane and Dorothy

Dorothy Brown

March 19, 2013

To you, We never would have thought we would have been spending your "64" birthday this way. You always said you
would never be an old man, but 63 was way too young. The kids and I had a really nice party for you last night even though we did not call it a birthday party. You would have loved it. I even had the fire pit like I told you I would. I miss you so much.
All my love, me

March 18, 2013

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GEORGE! I know you are celebrating your first birthday in heaven with Mom and Dad and our loved ones and friends who have gone before you. I have awesome faith and I know you are having the best chocolate on chocolate cake ever, heavenly light and fluffy! I miss you all the time. I miss talking and joking with you and just having you here. I miss you when something silly happens and I think of how we'd laugh about it I miss you when I'm having a bad day and I know you would cheer me up in a minute I miss you when there's exciting news and you aren't here to share I miss you in plain and ordianry minutes when just being with you would really make any one's day I miss you when silly things happen and I can almost hear you laughing about it! There is a aching hole in my heart George, a forever place for you that no one else could ever fill. But I am so thankful for each and every moment we have ever shared. I Love you Big Brother and I still want you back. But I know God has bigger plans for you and that you are blissfully happy and filled with eternal life and joy and peace. I never got the chance to say good-bye, but maybe that's because it never really was good-bye, because you are really always here with us. Love you so much Dorothy

Dorothy Brown

March 18, 2013

George, it's been almost 4 months and tomorrow is your first birthday in eternity. Happy Birthday.......I know it will be a joyous one, with mom & dad, yet as you look down upon us, to Judy, the kids, I know you will be sad, as we are at times too. Know we all miss you so very much, remember all the happy times, as we do, and let there be smiles, as there are from us. You have a new purpose. You are a very special Guardian Angel for so many people, just as you were here on this earth. I love you big brother, and miss you very much. But I do find peace & comfort in knowing you were chosen for a very special reason. Have a Happy Birthday tomorrow. Hugs & kisses........
Dolly

Sharon Riley

March 18, 2013

"What we do for ourselves dies with us,
what we do for others and the world remains immortal."
George, my brother, was so much, to so many!

January 30, 2013

Absolutely Judy. I just sat the other day, thinking it had been only 2 months, yet it seems so long that George has been gone. When I think of George, of you, my heart is always filled with such happy memories. George gave so much to us. I know being so far away, I didn't get to spend as much time with him as I would have liked. iI cherish yours & his visit to Las Vegas.....I do take comfort in knowing Mom & Dad needed George more than we do....he was a very lucky man, having such a loving family & having you to share his life with. He did so many good things & loved so many. We are truly blessed to have had George in our lives. As you said, one of a kind......he leaves a beautiful family behind....as Dorothy said, he gave us you. I love & miss him su much.
Dolly

Sharon Riley

January 30, 2013

That was beautiful Jude, and he gave us all so many wonderful memories and gave so willingly of anything anyone needed--but one of the greatest gifts he gave all of us- is YOU!!

Dorothy Brown

January 30, 2013

I want to thank everyone for all of your love, prayers and support during this difficult time. I knew George knew a lot of people but I didn't really know how very many lives he touched. He truly enjoyed life his way. The best thing he gave me was his love and our children. I hope
you will always remember him. He was
definitely one of a kind.
My love to you all, Judy

January 29, 2013

GOD has you in his keeping,your family and friends will have you in their hearts forever.

Shirley Ford

November 28, 2012

My Dearest Big Brother George,
You are so missed. I know you as a brother, love you so very much, and I knew you had touched so many lives, but I don't think I realized just how much you meant to so many people......there are very few people like you on this earth and we are all so lucky to have had you in our lives. We will never really understand why you have been taken from us so soon, but I do take comfort in knowing God needed a special angel like you. I miss you so very much George. You hold a special place in my heart.....I love you
Dolly

Sharon Riley

November 28, 2012

George I will forever miss you and your jokes... You were always pulling one over on me, telling me a quick joke and laughing... You were an amazing friend even in the brief time that our paths crossed. Thank you for blessing my life!

Marla Long

November 28, 2012

Knowing the Platt family for approximately 45 years its hard to believe that Dick, Betty and now George have passed on. I haven't actually seen any of the family in many years but thought about all of you often. Its been so nice to see and communicate with some of you on Facebook since we are no longer neighbors. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family for comfort and healing. Peace and love to all of you!

Kent Webb

November 27, 2012

Oh George what can I say. I have ths big hurt in my heart where you live. I have never felt like this before. I know where you are and I take such comfort in knowing that, but I am selfish bratty little sister and I want you back. There is no way heaven could need you more than we do. I love you so much I hope you knew that. I loved going to the beach with you for your anniversary. Thank you for asking us to be a part of that. I can stil see you jumping in those waves. And whoever got your "do rag" pr "skull cap" I hope they know that the waves sent them a special memory of our fun together. And I will never forget our trip to the Wlaton's Cabin. The firepace backfired on you!! Such wonderful memories but I don't remmber at all during these memories when I told you that I love you and I regret that. We take so much for granted. Like you. I just thought you would always be here, and inthe blink of an eye, you went home to Jesus. I so hope you knew how much I love you. Please come back, this just isn't right. I know it's impossible, but it's all I want right now. I love you George and I miss you so much. I promise to make sure Judy and the kids are always okay, it's the least I can do for you. You were such a good man, thats why God took you, he needed a good hearty and happy man! Though one never knows when, I look forward to thr day when we meet again, when God makes that decision for me or for all of us, which ever comes first. George, no one could evr replace my big brother, this place in my heart is saved for you when we meet again. God, I just still cannot accept that you are gone. It's so hard to take in. Well, I love you George, and you touched so many lives, so so many people are feeling the pain pf your absence. All I can say is I love you big brother and thank you for all you were to me, and to everyone while you were here with us. Rest in Peace brother. Thank you Jesus for the comforth of knowing he is with you and praising you now. RIP

Dorothy Brown

November 27, 2012

Uncle George,
I still cant believe you are gone. It was just so sudden. I know you are in a much better place right now but I wish you didn't have to leave us so soon. You were a great uncle, father, grandfather, brother and husband. I will forever miss you and you will always be in my heart and prayers. I pray that Aunt Judy, Crysti, Scott , Jamie and Corey begin the healing process and stay strong and lean on each other in this time of loss. You are extremely loved and will always be. We miss you. I can't wait for the day we all get to see you again...

Lindsay

November 27, 2012

Although I have only known George for a few months. He always had a smile & loved working at his shop. God bless his family.

Christine Thibodeau (Community Bank & Trust of Florida)

November 27, 2012

You never had a cross word for anyone nor did I ever hear one about you. You truely made a friend with everyone you met. I miss you already ole friend.. RIP George. Till we meet again...

Jim Higginbotham

November 26, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

nicole telesca

November 26, 2012

Sorry for the loss of a true family man, loving husband and dad and grandfather, friend to many, especially to my brother Basil, RIP George, you will surely be missed Ray and Pat Tevlin

November 26, 2012

The BEST of people could be found within my Cousin George. He harvested Kindness and Compassion for others everywhere he went. The world was Awesome with George in it and Heaven celebrates his new arrival. May you find Peace and Comfort with Family and Friends until we see you again! Thank you Jesus....

Brian Emond

November 26, 2012

Judy, thinking of you and your family. My prayers are with you..
Stacy

Stacy Leonardo

November 25, 2012

My prayers and thoughts goes out to the Platt family. George was a great man and a great friend. I look forward in meeting you in heaven.

Kenny B (Augusta,Ga) formerly lived in Ocala.

Kenny Bowers

November 25, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of your loss, George was a very sweet man and will be truly missed, the Bruce Family

Sharon Bruce

November 25, 2012

So sorry to hear of your great loss. Our prayers go out to you Judy and Jamie will always remember great times at softball games. Jimmie Sparrow

November 24, 2012

I always enjoyed conversations with George about bargain shopping and about Nascar racing. I used to check him in at Publix when he delivered Lance... what a great person! To his family, I am sorry for your loss..... RIP George

Stacy Barton

November 24, 2012

Sorry to hear about George. What a great man he was to us all. A great friend and my prayers are with you all.

Hazelene& Casandra Rea

November 24, 2012

Jamie, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I remember meeting him when you and Cherylanne were in band together. May you find comfort in the days to come. God Bless.

Monica Jones

November 24, 2012

To the Platt family, George will be missed so very much. He was a wonderful, giving person. I had the privilege of working with George and Judy on our HOA Board here at Smith Lake Shores Village. God bless the Platt family during this difficult time. We are here for you.

Kathy Gray

November 24, 2012

Our prayers to the family at this difficult time. He brought so much fun and laughter to David and I.
We will forever miss him!!!
He was a one of a kind....
He loved his family he was not affraid to tell you he loved you, God fearing and loyal!!!!
I take comfort in knowing that one day I will see him again.

David and Lora Grundy

November 24, 2012

Judy, Please know our thoughts and prays are with you and your family.In each of you George will always remain and never truely begone.
Jim & Robin Waite

November 24, 2012

Our heartfelt sympathies to the Platt family.... George was a wonderful man who lived life to the fullest.
It doesn't seem possible that I have know George since the high school days.
I can remember Judy & George's first date and that goes back many many years.
Judy has been my dearest friend since the 5th grade and my heart goes out for your family at this time....
May the happy memories keep you going and the sadness wane in the time to come. Love you Judy,
Loving Prayers,
Sylvia & Don Linss

Sylvia Linss

November 24, 2012

CRYSTAL, I AM SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER. I DON'T THINK I CAN EVER LET ANYONE CALL ME AUNT BEA AGAIN. THAT WAS YOUR DAD AND MY SONNY'S BOND. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. I WILLKEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS.

BEA MCKOY AKA/ AUNT BEA FROM SONNY'S

November 24, 2012

How do you say good bye to a friend, a brother. George you meant more to me then you ever knew. Made me strong when I hurt, prayed with me as we worked together. We had something more then 30 years as friends. If I had to pick a brother with a caring understanding heart...YOU would be on top of my list. I will miss you always.
Judy and family my prayers are with you everyday, and you know I am here for all the family.
George hug Christopher for me, and introduce him to your Mom and Dad.
You are all in God's hands 'I know this".
I will always have you close to me everyday, a Friend a Brother no one better then you.
Basil

November 24, 2012

Where do I start?? As a neighbor in Sunrise with kids there was always something going on and you were always in the mix of it because that's who you were.(A big kid at heart). Between softball with Christina and Chrysti both there and @ Lake Weir High you were always involved.At Christmas time putting together a float and decorating it and coming thru the neighborhoods passing out candy canes to all the kids standing on the side of the street wishing all a Merry Christmas. All your little pranks that always got a giggle out of the bunch. You loved life,family and friends even strangers were no stranger because you always made everyone feel welcome.I will always remember the wonderful memories I am privilaged to have because of you. It dosen't make it any easier but at least I know I have those things to take and keep with me to share in your memory.You did and do light up our lives.Pat and Daryl Robinson

November 24, 2012

George was more than a friend he was caring & loving member of this community that will be greatly missed. Thank you for your warm welcome when we came here last year and for all you did for my mom. Bless you George.

Nancy & Denny Krakofsky

November 24, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Diana & Patty Dudley

November 24, 2012

Please know that all of our love, thoughts and prayers are with your family. We will greatly miss George. He was a wonderful friend. With Love, The Travis Thrasher Family

November 24, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

l p(rev.21:4)

November 24, 2012

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