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Gayle Myers
October 9, 2023
Great guy. That says it all.
Pam Scully
November 10, 2009
Dear Chris, Nicole, Megan, and Family,
George was a good man. I see your sorrow, and know that there is little I can do to pave the way to peace for you. Time helps with that. Know that those of us who surround the Family are here to "Walk and Talk; Eat and Drink; Laugh and Cry" with you. As someone wrote earlier, remember George in his Mountains. He will always be missed. Much Love, Pam
Megan
November 9, 2009
Dear Dad!!!
Never did I imagine my life without you. Not only were you my father, but my supporter, protector, and comfort from fear. You loved us so and I am very grateful to not hold grudges nor regrets towards you. As you well know, my mother is my best friend, but you were her best friend through it all! You gave our family your promise to take care of us all till death do you part, and to everyone outside our family...You conquered that, plus so much more. I love you so much dad, but you already know that. And all i can honestly say is, "THANK YOU"!!!!
You of all people have proven to this world why the good die young.
Craig Hathaway
November 8, 2009
I was one of George's students in Organic Chemistry at PPCC. It was the hardest class I've ever taken. Luckily, he was one of the best teachers I've ever had. Patient, funny, interested, and excited about the subject. I measure other teachers against George and find most of them wanting. I'll miss George very much and hope that his family can find some solace in how many lives he touched. A good man who will be greatly missed!
October 29, 2009
It was always a good month if you found out you were flying with George. Whoever said "only the good die young" got it right this time.
Dani Akana
Vanguard Flight attendant
Marcy Capell
October 27, 2009
Our thoughts are with the Tessmer family. George always brought a smile to my face and I thoroughly enjoyed working with him over the last six years. He will be missed.
Cristi Inskeep
October 21, 2009
George will live on in all our hearts. He was fantastic to fly with at Vanguard. With George as our captain, we knew we were safe, and he always made sure the flight attendants got food when we were doing a tight turn. He was always smiling and laughing and such a pleasure to be around! My sympathy goes out to his family, whom he always spoke of with the highest regard and fondness.
Karen Hass
October 20, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to George's family. As a member of the Vanguard family, George was someone that everyone loved to fly with because he was a true professional, but also had a great sense of humor. He will truly be missed by many!
Peter Heinz
October 19, 2009
My sincerest condolences to the Tessmer faily. I had the distinct pleasure of working with George at PPCC - he was a true gentleman and friend. George's smile and good humor will sincerely be missed by so many.
October 19, 2009
George was always such a joy to fly with. His smile always lit up the crew room. My deepest sympathy goes to his family, I know he will be greatly missed. God Bless.
Jamie Leslie
Vanguard Flight Attendant
Chad Landes
October 17, 2009
I worked with George at Vanguard and he was a professional that loved his job. As a Captain George was able to maintain high standards, leading his crew by example, earning their respect, while making it fun.
Everyone knew of his love for his family and home in the mountains. Take comfort in the memory of his joy he shared with everyone. Sincerely, Chad Landes
Tahira Ahmad
October 17, 2009
My sincerest condolences to the Tessmer family.Tessmer was my Chemistry professor for a year at PPCC.I enjoyed learning Chemistry with him .He was very helpful when it came to a tough exam or a problem .His smiles and humor will never be forgotten. May God give him a a grand and beautiful home in Heaven .
Max Vaccari
October 16, 2009
My most sincere condolences to the Tessmer's family.
Me and my wife both worked with George at Vanguard and we enjoyed his professionalism and spirit. May God Bless him and his family.
Max and Debra Vaccari
Phil & Vickie Griffith
October 16, 2009
George loved those mountains. You could hear it in his voice as he leaned in from the jumpseat and would point out and name the peaks and ranges to us flatlander pilots. We know how cancer is a terrible thief of life. May you find peace in those mountains.
Phil & Vickie, Vanguard
Dennis DeGeus
October 16, 2009
George left a very positive mark on the Vanguard Airlines family, and he will truly be missed.
Gayle Myers
October 16, 2009
I flew a month with George while we were both with Vanguard Airlines and I found George to be not only a professional but someone that I could call a friend. He was greatly respected by his Vanguard peers.
Former Vanguard Captain,
Gayle Myers
Cathy Gagnon
October 15, 2009
I worked with George at PPCC. He was such a kind soul. I will miss him very much. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Mare Mancewicz
October 15, 2009
My condolences to you and your whole community because George didn’t just touch his family, his impact is immense. His fun loving attitude and open smile made him a joy to be around. George was a wonderful person to know and he will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss and think of you often.
With love, Mare
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