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George Younce Obituary
STOW George W. Younce, 75, went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2005.
Born in Patterson, N.C., he was a resident of Stow since 1964, and a U.S. Army veteran, serv ing in the 82nd Airborne. Mr. Younce, a gospel singer over 55 years, founded the Cathedral Quartet along with his longtime friend and partner, Glen Payne.
George Younce has been a tremendous source of joy to countless gospel music lovers during his long and faithful ca reer. He has been an authentic steward of the Gospel as he has traveled countless miles to delight audiences with his smooth bass voice, energetic personali ty, and brilliant sense of humor. George was a gracious, humble soul whose positive attitude helped him triumph through countless health challenges over the years. He could bring a smile to any face, and he is undoubtledly among the most loved gospel music personalities of our time.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Clara; his five children and their spouses, Gina and Rick Eroskey of Stow, Dana and Robbie Willis of Powder Springs, Ga., Lisa and Ernie Haase of Stow, George Lane and Terri Younce of Powder Springs, Ga., Tara and Tom Aidala of Stow; grandchildren, Morgan, Christian, and Laci Younce; brother and sister-in-law, Brudge and Mozelle Younce of Lenoir, N.C. Mr. Younce was preceded in death by his sister, Ruby Ham by, and brothers, Ray and Tom my Younce.
Calling hours will be held Monday, April 18, 2005, from 4 to 9 p.m., at Akron Baptist Temple. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, April 19, 2005, at 11 a.m., also at the Akron Baptist Temple. Burial at Silver Springs Cemetery in Stow. (REDMON, STOW, 330- 688-6631.)
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Memories and Condolences
for George Younce
Sponsored by Barney & Joyce Fleetwood & Barney Dawg, in loving memory of Mr. George and in honor of his family..
Carol Ann Ferrell
January 30, 2024
I was visiting my hometown from San Diego and went to the barberto where the wuartet was singing. It was so great! Then it started raining, then thunder and lightning! I didnt want it to end and they just kept on singing. They were standing under a big tree. Never forgot that experience. I was looking for a song to sing when you tube brought up Suppertime! Im 85 so this memory brought a smile to me! RIP George!
Wayne Mcclard
January 22, 2024
Imagine Mr.Younce in the Heavenly Choir ! I really loved George and Glenn´s friendship.
Joshua Lough
October 11, 2020
I love hearing the cathedrals singing I was brought up listening to all southern gospel music THE CATHEDRALS ARE and still are the best I know there is singing and praising the lord with all the greats
Judy Greer
May 17, 2020
He was a great. person and a. Good. joke teller. And.
Good. Singer. We. Love. Him. Your. Friend mike greer
Kenneth Reynolds
September 3, 2019
i could listen to the cathedrals all day long,wether its video aor cd's, you could see their love of the Lord in their music,it has lifted me up many times when i've been down. my heart felt condolences go out to his family. he will truely be missed,by fans and fellow singers alike.
LINDA CHEW-GRAETZ
October 1, 2018
Tonight is a very special night for me. I feel God led me to this site. Soon, I will be joining sweet George and it is truly because of him that I'm not afraid. My name is the Lamb's Book of Life because os a song and testimony I heard on tv one night by George.
He humbly told his personal story and it hit my heart and soul. I truly knew at that moment, God was sending me a message through George and I dropped to my knees, tears flowing, and promised God I would turn my life around...and I did, and never went back to the old sinner I was.
If it hadn't been for George, my bags would still be in the closet...all covered in dust...just as my heart covered in sin, but through George's testimony and his singing Just An Old Sinner Saved By Grace, my bags are polished, packed and ready to go.
I want to thank George for helping the Lord save my soul!
I also want to thank sweet Ernie for the deep love and care he took of George. He was constantly at his side...just in case. The last tine George sang Suppetime, I knew how weak he was, and as he was singing, he suddenly turned and started walking to Ernie. Ernie was there in seconds holding George up and calling over and over for a chair. He knelt beside George as all the boys did and bless George, he made it through 1 more time. What a gift! Thank you, Ernie, for the love and care you gave our much loved George, and thank you, George for bringing me back to the Lord.
My husband and I extend to Clara and the children our sympathy, for the loss of George and two of your precious daughters. How wonderful to picture them walking into Jesus's arms and then into George's.
Soon I will meet him and Carl and I both pray we can get seats beside George and sweet Harold Reid when his time comes. We want to hear those two wonderful boom booms surround us!
May God hold and comfort you all until we are all home.
Sincerely,
Carl and Linda Chew-Graetz
Gainesville, FL
Bobby Dewes
September 28, 2018
We keep all of you in our thoughts. Not a day goes by we don't think of the good times we had with all of you in Stow. George is still 'fixin' that old house'!!!
David Edwards
September 27, 2018
George
You and Glenn made a big impact on the lives of my children, my wife and I.
Anytime we traveled we had tapes and CD's of the Cathedrals playing.
I believe that is where my family developed an understanding of 4 part harmony.
My wife and I have sang together at weddings, funerals and worship services.
We have 2 daughters that sing and one of them is married to a Baptist pastor and has made a CD of her own.
I am so very much looking forward to the worship we will have around the throne!!!
August 19, 2018
You continue to touch souls even after you home going.
'The last move that you took"
micci Colclasure
December 22, 2017
It's SUPPERTIME! Miss your humor and wonderful voice.Micci Colclasure
Pamela Messer-Field
July 13, 2017
Just drove through Stow this past weekend and thought about George and Ernie and families. Still missing you, George, even after all of these years. Turns out my birth-family (I'm adopted) was from Cuyahoga Falls. No wonder I felt such a connection with you! :)
Jim Harrington
March 21, 2017
See you at The House.
Andy Higgins
October 4, 2016
I still hear your Heavenly Voice when i play all my Cathedral Music! You were and always will be my Favorite Gospel/Bass Voice!!!! :) Say Hello to all the Great's up there for me will ya.
Wilfred Fatooh
July 2, 2016
Dear Family:
George brought my family tremendous joy in his singing and sense of humor. He will always be remembered.
June 26, 2016
Dear George,
What a delight it was to have you and the Quartet to share with us in Ravenna, Ohio each Easter Sunday, for many years. You Gentlemen ALWAYS blessed us and are permanently etched into each of our memories. Great rejoicing is sure to be the rule of the day when we reunite in Glory. We miss you sorely but are confident of the Hope we have in Christ. Comfort, grace and strength to your family.
Aaron Fraley
santo bautista
March 21, 2015
Mi corazn me dice que estars al lado de jesus...gracias george por tu ejemplo de vida
joe nalley
December 9, 2014
12/9/2014.I was just watching the last public appearance of George on youtube.He was a man who served the lord faithfully his entire life.His music is such a blessing.I am sure he heard"thank you my faithful servant" when he entered the gates of heaven...
October 2, 2014
I still miss and appreciate George and his music.
Don Pippin
August 28, 2014
Lord, what a party we will have when we all get to heaven. I just want to spend the first 10 thousand years listening to Gospel Music.
May 24, 2014
I was introduced to the Cathedrals gospel music less than two years ago. And I must say, I absolutely love them! It is so apparent those guys truly loved the Lord.
I feel so blessed each and every time I played one of their CD's or DVD's. Rest assured both Glen and George are singing with the heavenly angels. God made them brothers in Christ and now they are forever with Him.
God bless George Younce's family.
Best regards in Christ.
Laura Silva
Sacramento, California
Jayne Hayden
May 9, 2014
I have only just discovered you online and watched "Side by side", "The laughing song","The parrot and the plumber" and my favourite "Beyond the sunset". I dearly wish I could have met you; my depression would have melted away. God love and keep you...for evermore xx
susan cook
April 24, 2013
i shall always remember him and his music i no one day i will be where he is with our heavenly father
Phyllis Pearson
April 23, 2013
Miss you George Younce, you will never be forgotten. Now singing before The Lord.
Phyllis , from New Zealand
November 21, 2012
i will always miss him but have him in my heart love his music
Paul andrew
November 19, 2012
George i miss you,but one day we will meet
October 19, 2012
he is greatly missed enjoyed his music so much
LINDA ORR
October 18, 2012
BECAUSE OF THE LAUGHTER AND THE WONDERFUL GOSPEL SINGING, MY MOTHER IS IN HEAVEN - PROBABLY SINGING WITH GEORGE -AND I'LL JOIN THEM ONE DAY.
susan cook
November 1, 2011
i am one who still think's of george and how his music was so heart touching i will always hold him in my heart
clifford cain,jr.
October 31, 2011
10/31/2011-will miss that melodic bass voice so much.thanks & enjoy glory -i"ll see you after i get there
Douglas Keller
May 22, 2011
I must agree with a prior post I read that,when I am sad I reach out to gospel music more than I usually do,and it is most(99%)often George Younce.I never met him,but I think my heart knows him like a close brother,through his voice,wisdom of self,humor,and most important his soul-deep conviction of living,walking,singing,sharing the glory of walking with the Lord.
You are missed George,and Thank You for touching my life before you went home to the best supertime of all,and you still touch my life most everyday through recorded music and video.
GOD BLESS YOU!!
Paulett Berg
February 11, 2011
I enjoyed him SO very very much. I loved his voice, personality, and warm smile.
I look forward to the opportunity to join him in wonderful praise songs to our Lord and Master when I have the opportunity to cross the Rainbow Bridge.
I'm thankful for the chance to continue to see and hear Mr. Younce on the tapes of the Gaither Homecoming cd's on tv.
He was a wonderful addition.
Carol P.
January 24, 2011
Loved his singing, sure miss seeing & listening to him on the Gaither group when they are on TV,
susan cook
January 24, 2011
he was a wonderful singer he will be missed
Steve Gutendorf
January 21, 2011
He blessed us beyond expression. Not only in voice but with his testimony....
susan cook
November 12, 2010
I shall forever hold him in my heart Susan cook
November 12, 2010
I truly loved his music and will always remember in my heart signed Susan cook
susan cook
November 12, 2010
I truly loved his music and will always remember in my heart signed Susan cook
July 9, 2010
my family always have a wonderful time together hearing the songs of George younce and the cathedral wherein he his songs and voice touches our hearts, He was a very great man of God.We are compiling his songs in order for us to always remember him today and even in the future when we are old. Our son who is 13 years old always love his songs. thanks for the music
FRANK NICOLO
July 7, 2010
IF GEORGE ISN"T IN HEAVEN THERE ISN"T
ANY. I SURE MISS SEEING YOU ON TV.
Doug Ward
May 27, 2010
George spent his whole life sharing his gifts of singing and humor with anyone who would listen. More lives were touched by him than can be counted. Now he is sharing his gifts with The One who gave him the gifts. I'm sure even the angels marvel at his bass voice and laugh at his funny stories. We miss you so much, George....
KAREN HASKELL
April 17, 2009
I still feel George's Presence in his music.
He sure left part of himself when he went HOME.
It was hard to accept, and I was being shelfish to want George here in all his pain.
A true giant of a man. Never to be forgotten.
See you when I get HOME George.
Karen A. Haskell
Sarnia, Ontario, Canada
Glenn Riss
April 16, 2009
George has by far one of the greatest gospel bass singers of all times, I enjoyed his singing and humor emensly
Troy Hinrichs
June 22, 2008
whenever I would be questioning my own faith I will listen to George singing with all his friends on the Gaither gatherings and that would remind me what a wonderful God we all serve. George was definately blessed with the gift of bringing people closer to Jesus through his song.. George, I will be excited to meet you in our Lords house on that day I am called home. Thank you for the memories
Virginia McBride
April 22, 2008
We miss you so much -- your music, talent, your laughter, your love of our Lord. Our prayers are with you and your family....
"til we meet again..."
Wilda Gibson
March 19, 2008
Still think of you and your family very often. Now, George, Glen and Roger have been together for one year - I know they are making wonderful music!!!! I shall always remember the times they all came to Meridian!
edith camarillas
March 18, 2008
me and my family were so blest by the man of God who dedicated his whole life to God in the ministry of music. George younce, you're an inspiration to us.
March 18, 2008
me and my family were so blessed by the man who gave his whole life to God in the ministry of music, you are an inspiration to us, thank you for the music.
randy prater
October 18, 2007
dear clara and family thankyou for sharing george younce with us all i was watching you tube and one night i came across a video of george singing going home and it touched me now i have five cds of george younce his love of christ and his faith have moved me and is forever changing my life god bless you and i am looking foward to seeing george and my own dad memory is definatley one gift of god that death cannot destroy god bless all of you
Stephanie Moscarito
July 2, 2006
No one person has ever blessed the gospel music industry the way George Younce did. His wonderful voice and true dedication to Christ was so apparent each time he sang. Heaven is now resounding with that voice and bursting at the seams with the praise as only George could sing it. If ever there was a name that would always be known when speaking of gospel music, it will be his. The stage seems barren without George Younce, Jake Hess, and the Goodmans.
Kevin Kotkowski
April 13, 2006
Lisa, although I only met your Dad once (at your wedding!) I feel like I know him after seeing him so many times on TV, what a wonderful voice! You and Brens should get together sometime (she's still plugging away at Allstate) Take care and write us sometime.
Jeanie Hutton
April 10, 2006
So often I think of George and what a blessing he was (and still is) to my husband and me. No one could ever take his place. When I think of where he is, I can't help but be happy for him. No more illness and being with the Savior Himself. How wonderful that is!!! And think of the friends he is with - Glen in particular. May God bless the family and may they find comfort in knowing what a blessing George was to so many.
Allen Dennis
April 8, 2006
George was such a great bass singer and inspiration to so many other bass singers. I always enjoyed the banter that he and J.D. always had. Think what a heavenly quartet is possible now! Jake, James, J.D., Glen, George, Rex, Hovie, Brock, and so many others. God bless them all!!
Betty Sutherland
December 27, 2005
My heart is just breaking! I did not know of George's passing until I watched a Tribute to him on TV recently. I immediately ordered it! He was the most wonderful man...I just loved him sooo much! May God Bless the family. Knowing the Lord will be the only way you can get thru missing such a wonderful person. I wish I could have know him personally, 'cause he sure was my favorite. I sure will miss him!
Faith McGary
October 28, 2005
You will be missed by many!
JOSEPH MEAD
October 22, 2005
TO HIS BELOVE CLARA; I am very sorry and sad that the gratest base singer has gone HOME. IT was GEORAGE AND GLEN AND THE CATHEDRRALS who brought ME back. thank you so very much, THANKS TO CALVARY is my song. with ALL my LOVE JOE MEAD
Edi Edwards
September 2, 2005
Just today I saw the Memorial by Bill Gaither; I was shocked to learn that George is gone; I am so saddened by this news. I was privileged to attend a Cathedrals concert in Royal, AR a few years ago. He will never be forgotten.
Carol P.
August 27, 2005
I love hearing you sing with Bill Gaither Gospel group and in the Cathedrals. You were the best.
Carol Layne
July 26, 2005
Younce family I know it has been hard to loose a loved one. My husband of 27 years passed away in Feb. And he always listened to George. We played the Gaither tapes at his funeral.We have been blessed to have been able to listen to him sing.
Judy Eremich
July 18, 2005
Clara and Family,
I'm so very saddened to just hear of George's passing...I was sitting here listening to the Cathedrals cd's and thought I'd check out Georges' website...Glory he went home to be with the Lord in April and I had no clue...As I'm writing this he's singing "Suppertime"...I can never repay your family for helping my Jim (UPS) get to the cancer research hosp., in Texas...I now live in Florida but I'll never ever forget George, you, and Gina..I still have all the music Gina gave Jim at UPS....George is now with my Jim, Glen, and his Lord....Glory what a blessing George was to all..
God Bless you,
Love and Prayers,
Judy Eremich
Mike Barnhart
April 30, 2005
April 15, 2005
For the Younce family & inlaws, you are all in my prayers. George was such a inspurration to me. Every time I saw the Cathedrals, I always told George that I wanted his job when he retired from the Cathedrals. He is greatly missed by me.
In Gods Love
Mike Barnhart (Middletown, OH.)
Al Simpson
April 28, 2005
I will miss talking to George on the telephone. Every time I talked to him, i felt like I walking on clouds.I always felt better after I taked to George. I love all of you and thank each of you for sharing George with us. Al Simpson
jason moses
April 26, 2005
i saw george one time when he came to huntington, wv. i can't remember the date but i reall loved his bass singing and his sense of humor him and glen would pick on each other on stag they both were really funny and really great singers. i loved george he was one of my favorite singers. he will be greatly missed. my prayers and thoughts are with this FAMILY god bless.
Norma Swanson
April 24, 2005
To the Younce Family,
My condolences. George will be missed so very much. I knew him for over 30 years, as I often drove many miles to see and hear the Cathedrals, and last night I went to Rochester and in the hopes of getting to see him to perform, was saddened by the news of his passing. Thank God we will all see him again in heaven. The Gaithers did a beautiful tribute to him in last night's concert. God bless him for his many years of making us smile and feel God's presence in his singing. May God comfort you all. George is in that heavenly choir. A faithful friend,
cindy clotfelter
April 23, 2005
you will be sadly missed george but we know you singing with the lord and angels
Angie Blunt
April 22, 2005
I just wanted to share a personal story illustrating George's generous, giving spirit.
I have watched and enjoyed him on tv for years. One day while I was going into CVS in Stow, I happened to see him in the parking lot. Feeling like I knew him, I just blurted out "HI George"...and we started talking. That was right after Glen Payne had passed away, and he was so sad about that.
Anyway...after talking for a short time, he went to the car and got a cd of one of his solo albums and gave it to me...I asked him to sign it for me, which he did. I was so excited and touched by his kind spirit and his generosity! He had such a lovely personality...and I felt as though I had known him for years.
My heart goes out to the family and loved ones. I feel blessed to have met him for that brief time.
Zeliah Martin
April 22, 2005
Mr. Younce was a wonderful entertainer and a great person. He hung on for a long time and can you imagine the choir in Heaven. I bet it is wonderful. Clara and Family, just turn to the Lord. It will be rough for a time but maybe it will get better with time.
Staci Damron
April 22, 2005
To The Younce Family,
My heart was deeply saddened when I learned of Georges passing. I extend my heart felt sympathy to you. Though I always wanted too, I never got the chance to meet George face to face. I always loved his sense of humor. I pulled out one of the Cathedrals VHS the other night after learning of his passing, of course there were some tears, But I could not help but laugh When he sang the Laughing song. Every time I think about that it brings a smile to my face. Love to All, In Christian Love Staci D.
Linda Skiles
April 21, 2005
My deepest prayers are with Clara and the entire Younce family. George is now singing with all his beloved friends. Save a place there for all of George, we love you and always will.
Wait for me at Jesus' feet.
God Bless
Linda Skiles
Brenda Phillips
April 21, 2005
To the Younce Family,
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved George. Though I knew him only from Gaither videos, it was easy to see what a special person he was. He was a great witness for the Lord, an example of living the Faith, and a hero of that faith to so many who will never forget him.
Jenell McNeill
April 21, 2005
Dear Younce Family,
George was a true hero of the faith to millions of fans and especially to his family. My heart feels your pain, because I recently lost my dear husband of 51
years. I had put aside the tape of George's recitation of Beyond the Sunset to play at the service of my husband when time came. George's voice brought much comfort to my girls and me.
Love & prayers always,
Jenell McNeill, Palestine,TX
Karen A Genovese
April 20, 2005
My Deepest Sympathy to Clara, Gina, Dana, Lisa, George Lane and Tara. May you find comfort in knowing George will live on forever through his music and in the countless hearts and souls he has touched. My life will never be the same because of George's touch and influence. George directed
my path back to the Lord and saved my soul for which I will ever be
greatful. One last "Thank You George," you will live with the Lord in my heart forever.
George will always and foremost
be remembered for his love and faith in the Lord, love and devotion of his family, his friendship and generosity to all he met and of course, his
beautiful, smooth and oh so comforting bass voice. George was a true gentleman in every sense. The world will never be the same
without him. For the past 75 years the world has been a much nicer place because of George W. Younce. Clara and Family please find peace and comfort in the fact that George is still looking over you from Heaven where he will spend Eternity with the Lord.
You all remain in my heart, thoughts and prayers,
Karen A Genovese
Debi Arnold
April 20, 2005
To the Younce family---my deepest sympathy in your time of loss. Mr Younce is a great 'hero of the faith' and has touched many lives through song and his Godly lifestyle. (I worked w/Lisa at Allstate) Lisa, I still have some of the cassette tapes from your Dad's group! May you continue to experience God's loving comfort.
Suzanne Grissom
April 20, 2005
Thank you Younce family for sharing Mr. George with "us" for so many wonderful years.
I wonder what heaven is like today with Mr. George and Mr. Glenn together again!
EDNA FLOYD
April 20, 2005
TO THE YOUNCE FAMILY, THANK YOU FOR SHARING GEORGE WITH US FOR ALL THESE YEARS. HE WAS A REMARKABLE MAN AND YOU AS HIS FAMILY WAS JUST AS REMARKABLE. HE GAVE US STRENGTH, HUMOR AND LOVE FROM HIS SONGS. MY HUSBAND AND I FIRST SAW THE CATHEDRALS IN THE LATE 70' AT ARLINGTON MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH AND WE WERE HAVING A SNOW STORM. GEORGE SAID,"WE WILL JUST SING ALL NIGHT!" THE CROWD WENT WILD!!!
HEAVEN IS REJOICING NOW AND ONE DAY ALL OF US WILL BE THERE. WHEN WE LISTEN TO GEORGE NOW HIS SONGS WILL BE ALITTLE SWEETER.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL CONTINUE TO BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THE COMING DAYS.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
BOB AND EDNA FLOYD
Manota Bybee
April 19, 2005
Southern Gospel Music has lost to the Heavenly Choir one of our most beloved singers ---- George Younce.
A Texas size thank you to his family for being so supportative of his endeavors which, in turn, afforded all of us who loved gospel music- the opportunity to enjoy his extraordinary talents.
God Bless All of You.
Halley & Anna Ruth Shaffer
April 19, 2005
May God bless the family and give them a
peace that only He can. Thanks for sharing
George with us for so many years. We love Southern Gospel Music and George
was one of the greatest bass singers we
ever heard. In Christian love,
Floyd Bone
April 19, 2005
I wanted to express my appreciation to the Younce family for allowing George to come and sing to us and I saw him sing in many cities in the southwest United States. I will never forget my little boy at two years old rocking to George and Glenn singing "Boundless Love" and "Blood Washed Band". On one occasion our son was in his car seat and started singing "Blood Washed Band" and the man at the service station that was washing our windshield, put out his cigarette after hearing that song! George truly loved what he was doing and loved to minister the gospel to all people. We will never forget him and hope to see him in heaven someday!!!
betty & bill hemsley
April 19, 2005
just wanted to say how many hours of blessings George's music & comedy and praises blessed us through the past few years. we rejoice for George, we send our prayers for comfort to his family and loved ones. love & blessings from some fans.
Brian Hampton
April 19, 2005
To the Younce family I want to take a min of our time and thank you for sharing your father and husban with us i can remeber as i was growing up going to all night singing watching and listhing to george a glen along with the other groups i was hook and been watching every homing coming tape i lost my mom and dad a little over four years a go and played george music at ther furnel they loved him to and when your feeling a little low and you will just put in a tape it has made my life a little easer to dill with the loneness because i known that 1 day we will all be togather thanks fo your time thanks george four your music and showing the love of god my your days be easy and filled with love respectfully brian
Brenda Haughton
April 19, 2005
The Younce Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort and keep you. Your Father will be greatly missed.
Kurt & Christine Beanblossom
April 19, 2005
We were so sad to hear of George's passing. It is comforting to know that he worked his entire life to be where he is now. We are sure your family takes great comfort in knowing that he was a great man. He will be so missed by the gospel music community. There will never be anyone else like him. Our very young children love to watch and listen to George. We feel like he is part of our family and we will grieve the loss. God Bless your family.
David Richmond
April 19, 2005
Dear Younce Family,
I am so sorry to hear about George. He was a great inspiration to so many people. I have had the privilege of meeting and talking with George many times.I worked with Lisa at Allstate and just wanted to let the fsmily know that George touched my life along with many, many other people.
In Christ,
David Richmond
Linda & Melvin Brannon
April 19, 2005
Our deepest sympathy,
We have enjoyed & been inspired by his music for many years. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family this morning as you say "goodbye..." George, you will always be in our memories.
Wendell Carr
April 19, 2005
There was only one George... Words can't explain the feeling of loss or the love that we had for him, but what a great reunion must be taking place on the other side. The effect he has had on my life and countless others will never be known.
Hank & Judy Bunch
April 19, 2005
Wow! can you even begin to imagine what " The Gaither Hour " up in Heaven must be sounding like now? with all of God's Precious Singers who have been called and made the Audition? they must be singing songs that even the Angels can't sing, I can just imagine George patting Glenn on the shoulder talking about how he " Loves Old Folks" that brings a BIG smile to our faces when we think about that.
What Blessings George was to us all.
We sincerely Pray God's Blessings on each member of the Younce Family beginning with His Precious Loving Wife, God Bless You All.
Sincerely;
Kelli Kelly
April 18, 2005
So sadden to hear of George passing away. He will be greatly missed by all who enjoyed his singing. Thanks for sharing him with all of us who love good Southern Gospel Music.
Barney and Joyce Fleetwood
April 18, 2005
It was our great privilege to travel from Austin, Texas (via automobile) to see George in concert for the first time at Hudson High School .... our family dog-child, age 13, rode in the back seat, smiling puppy smiles and counting the miles. Seeing George perform was the thrill of a lifetime! Due to George's fragile health, we were not able to meet him, but his love and his booming bass voice filled the room, as well as our hearts. It was our delight, too, to have George sing "Wedding Music" (via CD)when we were married last year (a once-in-a-lifetime thrill for this 50-year-old first-time bride!). We look forward to front row seats in Heaven someday to hear George sing for The Master live and in person, and to be able to finally hug his neck! We love you, George!!! Thank you, Younce family, for sharing him with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you - may God give you His comfort, strength and peace. With our heartfelt love, Barney and Joyce Fleetwood and Barnabus Dawg
Wilda Gibson
April 18, 2005
My sincere condolences to the family on their loss of a great, talented, sincere Christian gentleman!!!! He will be missed greatly.
I attended a graveside service this afternoon and someone had taped and played "Healing" with George singing the first verse after Roger had introduced it. George has, indeed, received his healing!!!! One of the ministers noted that George passed a week ago today! What a timely song!!!
virgil sharp
April 18, 2005
to the family of george younce our deepest sympathy.we heard george sing for a long time. he will be missed by all.
BRENDA MATTHEWS
April 18, 2005
TO THE YOUNCE FAMILY,
My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.Lisa this is Brenda your old buddy from Allstate.I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.
BRENDA MATTHEWS
April 18, 2005
TO THE YOUNCE FAMILY,
My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Lisa this is Brenda M. your buddy from Allstate. I will continue to keep your family uplifted in my prayers.
Stella Chase
April 18, 2005
To the family of George Younce.
George was a wonderful singer and person. I have really enjoyed all the tapes and the old records that I have with him singing. He has been such a blessing to me through the years and will continue as I watch and listen to his music.
You are all in my prayers. Ernie, I saw you at the Gaither concert in Dallas, Texas and really enjoy your singing.
Stella Chase
Todd Pritchett
April 18, 2005
I has sad to hear of Goerge's passing but he is no longer sick. I know he is singing now more than ever the praises to heavenly father and seeing old friends and family.
Brenda Kotkowski
April 18, 2005
Lisa, Ernie & Family. Kev and I just wanted to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know how much your dad meant to you. I miss you Lisa and hope that we can get together in the near future. If you need anything, please let me know. Our prayers are with you. Love, Brenda & Kevin Kotkowski (your old co worker in case you forgot)
Donald & Ruby McKellar
April 17, 2005
May the Lord comfort and bless you. He will be missed
Anne Knight
April 17, 2005
My husband, Harold and I would like to let the Younce family know how much we loved George and how saddened we are by his death. We feel like we have lost a member of our own family and are so grateful that we were able to see him with the Cathedrals and also to have so many videos where we can once again hear his booming voice and see his smiling face. I would like to say especially to Genene, his niece, that I am continuing to pray for her, and all the family. May God bless each of you and give you peace and memories you will never forget. Anne Knight
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