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LANCASTER: William (Bill) Ross George, 90, Lancaster, Ohio died Thursday morning, June 26, 2014 at Heartland of Fairfield care center.
He was born on December 19, 1923, in Lancaster, Ohio and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1942. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in music from Northwestern University, Illinois. Bill was a man of many adventures throughout his life from driving a bus in Chicago to radio broadcasting and advertising sales at WLW Cinncinati. Bill would fulfill his legacy, alongside his brother Dick George with the development of Valley View Golf and Swim Club, established in 1956. Bill directed the choir at Grace United Church of Christ for nearly 30 years. He sang as a soloist at many weddings. William R George (aka Bill and Curley in younger days) was a member of the board on the USGA and travelled to every USGA tournament as a volunteer when he was able and as a bystander until the age of 80. He was an original member and President for the Ohio Golf Course Owners Association. His passion for giving back was reflected in his work with Maywood Mission of Lancaster, Ohio, amongst many other charities. An avid supporter of The Ohio University Music Program, Northwestern Music Scholarship program, and Lancaster High School Music. This trend surely began when he was building the golf course and invited Gary Campbell as a young high school student to live with the family. He and Maribell supported exchange students during their lifetime. The first being Cristy Serrano from Columbia, whose family is like our familly. He touched thousands of lives with a giving heart and a generous pocket.
He was a proud member of the Kiwanis Club organization for many years having been president of that organization in 1969.
William (Bill) is survived by his wife of 60 years, Maribell (Trout) George; two sons, Cory (Barbi) George and Ty (Patty) George of Lancaster; and daughter, Kary (George) VanMeter of Logan; grandchildren, Bleu George of Lancaster, Cory Bell of Newark, Kali Sheumaker of Lancaster, Ohio and many great grandchildren; a brother, Curtis (Marilyn) George; nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by parents, Carl and Fannie (Harman) George; brother, Dick George; sisters, Evelyn Ramey and Della Johnson.
Viewing will be held Tuesday July 1, from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home at 436 N Broad St. Lancaster OH. 43130. Funeral Service will be held July 2 at 10:30am at Grace United Church of Christ, 1185 Pleasantville Rd, Lancaster, OH 43130. Burial will follow at the Pleasanthill United Methodist Church Cemetery.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to Maywood Mission at 1029 S. Broad Street.
Online condolences may be made at www.haltemanfettdyer.com
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Memories and Condolences
for William George
July 7, 2014
Sorry to hear of the loss of "Bill". A real good man! Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire George family. Richard & Alice Pryor families.
Patty Paris
July 5, 2014
So sorry to hear about Bill passing my thoughts and prayers go with you all
July 2, 2014
Bill George was the true Mr. Golf of Fairfield County! A friend for over 50 years & always the gentleman. The family should be proud of Bill's accomplishments! May God be with Bill & his family.
Respectfully, Bob & Becky Rosier
Steve Galloway
July 2, 2014
Cory,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
Steve Galloway
July 2, 2014
I have been a VV member for 40+ yrs. and my memories of Bill are simply put: Good Man and Good Life!
Bob S
Matt & Jill Hall
July 2, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire George family. Ty and Patty have done a wonderful, loving job caring for both Bill and Maribelle. I hope they can take comfort in knowing they did so much more that they will ever know.
Roy Hobson
July 1, 2014
Bill's course was a big part of my life and there are no better memories in golf for me than the many times and varying circumstances and friends that led me to Valley View. Valley View will be great, but never the same without him. Thank you Bill for so deeply enriching the lives of all central Ohio golfers..
July 1, 2014
Maribel and family, So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Many years of golfing and swimming was enjoyed by our family. You have our deepest sympathy.
Butch & Bonnie Boystel
July 1, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire George family at this time. We have fond memories of Mr. George, and will keep the memories alive in our hearts. - Herbert Messerly Family
Ron Fisher
July 1, 2014
A very good friend who started me in golf at Valley View. I still hear his instructions in my mind and try to keep the right elbow close to my side. Many of my golf buddies will miss him.
Brett Groza
July 1, 2014
Mr. George was a good man. Among other good deeds he built a good family and a nice golf course that we all will continue to enjoy for many years. That is quite a legacy. Hats off to Mr. George.
Sincerely,
Brett Groza
June 30, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
George Burnside Jr.
June 30, 2014
So sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. I golfed the Valley View Course many times, and Bill was there often giving encouragement. My prayers and thoughts are with the George Family during this difficult time.
June 30, 2014
Extending our heartfelt sympathy to Maribell and the entire family. What beautiful lmemories he has left to all of us.
Steve & Charlotte Thimmes
Lyndon Johnson
June 30, 2014
Ty & Cory and George Family, I always like your Dad's laugh and what a spiritual inspiration to others. He always had great respect for me and I would label him my best Uncle. He sang at my wedding July 15, 1962. What a great voice and he is now singing and probably leading the Heavenly Host Choir. I bet his voice there is like no other. I always loved my Uncle Bill for he was the best! "I will miss you Uncle and Valley View Golf Course will never be the same for I ran a bulldozer for you when you built the greens. God spared you when the walls of the club house fell in on you for He was not done yet with my Uncle! Blessings to all the George family!
Love,
Lyndon "Pug" Johnson, Cincinnati, Ohio (Phil. 1:6)
Jerry Garver
June 30, 2014
Cory and( Barbie) I am deeply sorry for the passing of your dad . I recall him always getting things ready for the day's activity at the course . He and his brother both provided a lot of adventure for a lot of people in Central Ohio . Along with your grief as his children I also extend my regrets to the many loyal employee's of Valley View .
Randy Smitley
June 30, 2014
To the George Family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing, he was a good friend to many. Those days at Valley View will always be remembered as goods ones and Bill was a large part of that.
Betty and Randy Smitley
Randy Smitley
June 30, 2014
To the George Family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing he was a good friend to many and those days at Valley View, especially when we were all younger will never be forgotten.
Betty and Randy Smitley
Paul Bishop
June 29, 2014
He was a good man. I always loved our conversations at the golf course through the years.
Pastor Paul Bishop
Larry Goodyear
June 29, 2014
Ty & Family. I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I knew Bill from church and my dad and him graduated together. My sincerest condolences to your entire family.
Mike Hall
June 29, 2014
Bill was a a true community contributor And leader not a bystander. He will be greatly missed by all.
Della Yokich- Madden
June 29, 2014
I will always have a PERMANENT spot in my heart for your dad. He was so good and kind to me when I worked for him. I admired him very much. My love and caring thoughts to all of you.
June 29, 2014
Cory, Kary, Ty so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. He was a pleasure to know and I'lI miss seeing his smiling face behind the counter.
Greg Henwood
Ken George
June 29, 2014
To the entire George family;
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
May the Lord make his face to shine upon you.
May the Lord be gracious unto you.
and give you His peace.
It is my hope, during this difficult time, you all spend time reflecting on the wonderful times you have had together. May God bless you all.
Beverly Inboden Weber
June 29, 2014
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing my thought and prayers are with the family. Bill and Mom will have some catching up to do in heaven I'm sure.
Bob and Judy Reall
June 28, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to Maribel and all of the children. You were good neighbors to us for 20 years.
diane arledge
June 28, 2014
sorry to hear of bills passing.cory mathew, kali and kary my heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow. i am always here if u need me
June 28, 2014
Attended many GEORGE REUNIONS at Golf Course and before that at the old school house. Married Dallas son of Hugh in1941.Maribell you have had Bill many years,Dallas passed in 1969 [email protected]. I sent the old family pictures,have more ,and Info on the older ones.
Al and Carolyn Bellisari
June 28, 2014
Sorry to hear about the death of Bill. You have our deepest sympathies
Janet Dickson-Morris
June 28, 2014
so very sorry for your loss. I am sending prayers for comfort
chris mager
June 28, 2014
I have had the pleasure of knowing mr George for many yrs respected him greatly he was a kind and caring man you will be missed my condolences to you family
David Bowers
June 28, 2014
Tom George & Family. Our deepest and most sincere condolences at the passing of your Uncle Bill. We offer our heartfelt thoughts as you grieve and hope that you are able to celebrate your uncle's life and his many contributions.
Your Friends & Colleagues at CPM Technical Solutions, Inc.
Doris Johnston
June 28, 2014
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing, he and Maribell were great friends for many years, while I was still living in Lancaster. He will be truly missed by all of his friends and family. My love and prayers to his family at this sad time.
Kathy Probasco-Doss
June 28, 2014
What a GREAT guy... I spent many many hours with you all... My heart is sad ... prayers to you all and your Wonderful Momma..
Tom and Pam Johnston
June 28, 2014
Cory and Family, so sorry to learn of your Father's passing. Your Dad was a fair and honest man. The world lost a good man while heaven gained one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
June 28, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kermit Ballmer
June 28, 2014
Curtis and all the George Family. Our prayers go out to all of you at this time. Although I was not around Bill much. I knew the whole Family; went to school together, played football together and overall a great Family. May God be with you at this time. Kermit Ballmer
June 28, 2014
June 28, 2014
Steve McMillen
June 28, 2014
Condolences to the entire family. Bill was always just a really nice guy.
Bill Kern
June 28, 2014
Cory,
So sorry to learn of your Father's passing. I know he has been ill for sometime, but it is never easy to lose a loved family member. I had the pleasure of getting to know Mr. George through my many years of playing Valley View, including directing some outings there. He was always so helpful and generous to our groups.
Again sorry for your loss and sincere sympathies to you and your family.
Bill Kern
Bob kane
June 28, 2014
Cory...Your dad always treated my dad Paul Kane and I great when we were around him. Sorry to hear about this. The Kane Family is praying.
June 28, 2014
Learned of this just moments ago from a mutual friend. Unfortunately, I'm leaving momentarily for U.GA to do some work next week and will be unable to attend any of the services. I'm thankful for getting to know Bill as well as I did through our mutual love of music, and wish it could have been more, and I'd have been more aware of his circumstances. My respect and admiration were always there, and I'm sure he knew this.
God's blessings be with you, and you're in my prayers.
Bob Trocchia
Norma George
June 28, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I have know Bill for many years and always looked forward to hearing him sing on Christmas eve "Sweet Little Jesus Boy". My sympathy to Bill's family.
June 28, 2014
Cory and family, you have my deepest heart felt condolences on the passing of your father. Mr. George will be missed, but not forgotten.he will be in our hearts and mind forever.
Gary Taylor
Mj
June 27, 2014
Sorry for your loss.
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