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Apr 1, 1948 - Aug 17, 2025
George was a wonderful good friend of mine and my family. I loved going on field trips with him and his wife Peggy My other dear friend. We had lots of fun taking pictures and talking about art, photography, painting, etc. He was a well-loved friend and will be missed.
Jackie Stringer
Jackie Stringer
August 21, 2025 | Charleston, SC | Friend
We have been fortunate to have had George and Peggy as our friends since their time in the N. Georgia Mountains. We will miss the great company and conversations with George about everything from politics, cars, motorcycles and life, to birds and cats. Peace be with you our dear friend, you became family.
Love you, Eric "Big Guy" & Ilse
Eric "Big Guy " Fogelgren
August 21, 2025 | Blairsville, GA | Friend
We will miss George. He (and Peggy) have been such good and kind neighbors to us since we moved to Blairsville. We have enjoyed getting to know him over these past 5 years. He always had a wealth of knowledge to share on many subjects when we chatted and we will miss those visits with him. Our prayers are with you Peggy, and the rest of the family as well.
Brad and Marci McEntyre
Brad and Marci McEntyre
August 20, 2025 | Blairsville, GA | Neighbor
I had the privilege of knowing George as a friend and as a co-worker at DNR. He accepted all activities as a challenge whether it be running boats, shucking oysters, pulling sturgeon nets, handling statistics, etc. No job too big or too small. On the personal side he usually brought levity and a smile to most situations. Indeed, rain, sleet, or snow did not slow this man when he was going to bike to work or play. He will be missed. Prayers to his family.
Ted Smith
August 20, 2025 | Johns Island, SC | Friend
My condolences to Peggy and family. I had the privilege of sharing an office with George at the DNR, and in that period, I came to truly appreciate his kindness and sense of humor. He made long days feel a little lighter and always took the time to lend a hand or a listening ear. Those memories will stay with me, and I am grateful to have known him.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Vanessa Geddis
August 20, 2025 | Johns Island, SC | Coworker
George was truly a remarkable person. I remember watching him fly fish just outside the office window—it’s a memory that always brings a smile. I hope you find comfort in your memories of him and in knowing that many others are feeling his loss as well.
Shonda Miller-Beaufort
August 20, 2025 | Charleston, SC | Coworker
George's spirit and deportment were a touchstone for me during our shared tenure at the SC Department of Natural Resources. George was as industrious as he was insightful, and our extended SCDNR family is a little less colorful and reflective with his departure. To Peggy and his family: thank you for "giving us" George for the many years of his faithful service to the citizens and resources of South Carolina. We were blessed to have him working so diligently on behalf of our marine...
Robert Boyles
August 20, 2025 | Mt. Pleasant, SC | Coworker
Betty and family We are so sorry to hear this news. Our deepest condolences. May George rest in peace and his memory be for a blessing
Marianne & Charlie DeCosta
August 19, 2025 | Weston, FL | Neighbor
Dear Peggy,
We are so sorry for your loss, and very sad to hear about George’s passing. He was a good friend and neighbor, and we will miss all the special times we had together.
Our condolences to you and your family.
With love and remembrance, George and Trish Padoll
George and Trish Padoll
August 19, 2025 | Vero Beach, FL | Friend
Mr. George Hacker Steele age 77 of Amy Lynn Drive Blairsville passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday August 17, 2025 following an extended illness. Mr. Steele was born on April 1, 1948 in Charlston, the son of the late John Steele and the late Helen Hacker Steele. George had retired from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources with over thirty eight years of service as a Biologist. He once played in a Rock and Roll Band and grown up in Folly Beach, SC. And was a Birder. He loved riding motorcycles and bicycles for long distances. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
Surviving Mr. Steele are his loving wife and best friend of forty five years, Peggy White Steele, one son and daughter in law, Barry and Thelka Vernon of North Charlston, SC., one daughter, Laura Bull of Summerville, SC., four grandchildren, Dawn, Devon, Candice and Brett, seven great grandchildren, many other relatives and friends also survive.
A family memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers if you wish, the family requests that donations may be made to the Union County Humane Society Mtn. Shelter in Mr. Steele’s memory.
Mountain View Funeral Home of Blairsville is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the family guest book and send condolences online at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com
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