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George Johnson Obituary
Waterville
George C. Johnson, 70, of Terry Meadows, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2011, at home, with his loving family at his side. He was born in Brookfield on July 12, 1941, the son of the late Byron and Eunice Wilcox Johnson. George attended Brookfield Central School. He married his high school sweetheart, Lilly Burgess, in West Edmeston on September 8, 1961. George had been employed by O.W. Hubbel for over 30 years and retired from Elderlee. He had been a member of the Brookfield Fire Department for over 30 years. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 50 years, Lilly; two daughters, Georgianne (Paul) Owen, of Brookfield, and Tami Johnson and her fiance, Robert Marhaver, of Ilion; two sisters, Helen (Ray) Jaggers, of Leonardsville, and Margaret (Nicholas) Mason, of Zephyrhills, FL; two brothers, Fred (Sue) Johnson, of North Brookfield, and Francis Johnson, of Tampa, FL; his beloved grandchildren, Paul Owen and Katrina Paquette, of North Brookfield, Melissa Button, of Syracuse, Joshua and Nichole Owen, of Brookfield, and Daniel Button, of West Edmeston; beloved great-grandchildren, Emily, Lilly Jade, Breanna, Joshua and Dakota; five sisters-in-law, Patti Johnson, of New Berlin, Mary Ellen Johnson, of Brookfield, Ellen Maine, of Waterville, Laura Stetson, of Waterville, and Myrtle (Bill) Furness, of Sangerfield; and many nieces and nephews. George was predeceased by his parents; two brothers, Byron and Melvin; two sisters, Edith and Mabel; brothers-in-law, Lloyd Burgess and Victor Burgess; and sisters-in-law, Anita Burgess and Alma Jaquay. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday (today), August 2, at 3:00 PM at the Paul Funeral Home of Brookfield. Interment will be in Brookfield Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to call at the funeral home Tuesday (today) from 1-3 PM, prior to the service. In memory of George, please donate to either the Brookfield Fire Department or Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc., of New Hartford.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Johnson
August 11, 2011
To George's Family
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of such a Wonderful man. We were blessed to have known him for close to 20years and he will truly be missed.
The Granger Family
Theo, Karen/ Thoryn and Taryn
Sandra Washington
August 10, 2011
I've known Mr. George since I was 11 years old growing up with his daughter Shawn. He was ALWAYS so nice to me and always joking around saying something funny. I'm very sad that he's gone and my condolences go out to the family.
clement michael brown
August 10, 2011
be good where,in,at,here,there or anywhere A man can now say I'm tired and yes he may be at work now towin'souls to the Father,Son,&the Holy Ghost!!!
Trieste Waffle
August 9, 2011
i will always remember the name george gave me and it always stuck with him. it was uglier than me. every time he seen me he would say "hello uglier than me"
Billy Phillips
August 5, 2011
The community and I lost a friend. George was such a helping, loving and humorous person. I will miss having coffee with hin @ Ihop. He will be forever missed. He is gone but never forgotten. Rest In peace my brother.
Billy R. Phillips (Sarasota, FL)
Mary Cerbone
August 5, 2011
I remember the first time I meet George over 12 years ago. He always made me laugh when he came into Denny's or when I saw him out on the road .He was a caring and fun loving person.You will be greatly missed and never forgotten. RIP old friend. Mary A Cerbone
pamela sheppard
August 5, 2011
Rip Uncle George you will be in our hearts and memories. We will truly miss u pulling up to Rose house and coming over to the tree talking noise. Tell Nezi we Love her and Miss her when you get up there. Love Pamela Brittney and TeTe
Glueck's Auto Parts, Inc. Robert,David,Brandy,Angela,Bill & Diane
August 5, 2011
From all of us at Glueck's Auto Parts, Inc., George would have all of us rolling on the floor laughing and he will be so very much missed.
Betsy Williams
August 5, 2011
My girls and I are gonna miss ole George in his "Sanford & Son" tow truck pullin up to visit his sister Ms. Rose & nephew Frank, then coming to visit "under the tree". He was such a funny person to be around. So sad he's gone, but he IS in a better place now, and God has a plan. Rest in Peace George, you'll be missed!
Starla Jackson
August 5, 2011
Just wanted the family to know how much George was loved and will be missed. George fist worked on my car close to 30 years ago. So sadden by his death.
Great Memories of him in all of our hearts.
Starla and Charlie
Yvette Williams
August 5, 2011
Family,
George has always been a good friend to my family and to me. He will truly be missed and never forgotton.
R. I. P.
Hold tight to memories for comfort,
lean on your friends for strength,
and always remember how much we all loved cared for George...
Yvette Williams
Thomas Schott
August 5, 2011
All of us at Al Malins Insurance send our sympathy to Georges family and friends. He will be missed very much by us. It was always a pleasure to see and talk to George every month he came in. he would always brighten our days with his humor and positive attitude. We all have been blessed with knowing George, he is a great person and know he is with the Lord.
August 2, 2011
Lilly and family,
Jim and I both send our sympathy to you and your family. You have wonderful memories and a loving family to see you through this time.
Jim & Sylvia Crandall
Penny Stiles
August 1, 2011
Lilly, Georgi, & Tami -
We all have our memories of George and those memories are what will keep him with us forever!! He will certainly be missed by all of us that knew him so well! We are sorry for your loss and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers! Love you, Pete and Penny (PJ)
Dick Weber
August 1, 2011
To George's Family,
I worked for the NYSDOT, and had the pleasure of working with George on a couple D.O.T. projects in years past, that Elderlee was installing highway signs on. I remember George as being very competent and taking pride in doing things right. On top of all that, he had a great sense of humor, and was fun to work with. My sincere condolences for your loss. May he rest in peace.
August 1, 2011
Dear Aunt Lilly, Georgi, Tami:
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Husband, Father, Friend. He was a wonderful man who love you all dearly. We will miss our "Uncle George"
Love,
Ronette
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