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Donald George Obituary

George, Donald F.

Donald F. George, 89, De Pere, left this world but not our hearts on Friday, October 18 2013 at the Jack and Engrid Meng Residence of Unity Hospice in De Pere. He was born September 20, 1924 in De Pere, son of the late George and Maude (Saty) George.

Don served his country with honor in the Seabees division of The United States Navy during WWII. After his discharge from the service he fathered and together, lovingly raised four children from his marriage to La Verne (Van Straten) George. Don worked for WPS until his move to Detroit to become co-owner of D&G Auto Parts. After more than 10 years in Detroit, he thought it best to move his family back to Wisconsin where he became a successful 6 year owner/operator of the Century Bowling Lanes in De Pere. Don had followed in his father's footsteps when it came to bowling as their names were no strangers on the pages of the Green Bay Press Gazette. In 1972 George's Auto Parts in De Pere was born and that trophy of success lead to the opening of the Green Bay store. Both were built from the ground up with the help of his three sons as the other owner/operators. Don retired in 1986.

Despite his vision handicap, our dad was one of the best poker players in Wisconsin. He won many tournaments in the area and Las Vegas. For many years he was known as "Mr. Green Bay" in Vegas. He was a highly respected player by the dealers and his poker peers. Hey poker buddies.....at least now you have a much better chance to win!

Dad has defended and respected our decisions, shared in our accomplishments and was our backbone for moral support. He taught us the value of friendships as a selfless compassionate man and was always concerned for everyone's happiness. Dad confirmed the healthy importance of loving and being loved. Loving unconditionally as Our Lord and Savior does, was a natural part of his life. He was an extraordinary role model. Well.....most of the time!

Dad shared his love for music with us often, whether it be whistling a tune in the car when we were kids to see who could name it first, playing piano requests or filling our hearts with the sound from his violin strings. He instilled this love for music in our hearts that still continues to be passed on today. At 16 years old, he was a member of the Green Bay Symphony Orchestra as a violinist. He also was a self taught pianist. He shared this talented gift by playing at nursing homes, as long as there wasn't a Packer game on at the time! He loved watching the Green and Gold, especially if he could watch it with a family member.

Strong bonds were formed and he has given us many extremely valuable memories to sustain us until we meet again. As The Lord has promised to believers who have accepted Christ into their hearts .....a life eternal. Our dad is legally blind no more and walking the streets of gold!

We are honored to have had this man as our father and grandfather to our kids and we appreciate how he taught us how to love from the heart. His legacy will continue!

We will see him again, but until then, sadness lingers knowing our daily phone call from him will be no more. The voice we long to hear.......he is greatly missed by his loving companion and best friend of almost 30 years, Shirley A. Schmidt; children: Donnie (Scarlett) George, Karen George-Titulaer, Terry (Peggy) George, Steve George; Tom Titulaer, who was like a son to him; grandchildren: Matthew (Val) George, Katie (Andy) Hess, Becky George and fiancé, Matthew Warner, Nick George, Brian (Andrea) Titulaer, Lorrie (Scott) Morgan, Tara Titulaer, Penny (Ellery) Beich, Christina (Jeremy) Renz, Michelle (Fred) Naumann, Tia (Oliver) Ridgeway, Tyler George and fiancée, Stephanie, Tahnie Dorn; 21 great-grandchildren; sister, Carol De Groot; sister-in-law, Joyce George, poker buddies, and many friends.

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his brother, Gordon George; step-father, Wesley Krueger; daughter-in-law, Jo Ann George; step-sisters and brothers: William (Della) Krueger, Fred (Dorothy) Krueger, Mabel Krueger, Harriet (Austin) Hendrickson, Fern (Bob) Peirquet, Robert (Florence) Krueger, Marjorie (Raymond) Coenen, Carol (Harold) Mann, and Vernon (Eva) Krueger.

Family and friends may call Tuesday, October 22, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N. Webster Ave., De Pere, where there will be a time of reflection at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 130 St. Matthew St., Allouez, with Fr. Philip Dinh-Van-Thiep officiating. Full military honors will follow the Mass. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cotterfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial funds will be directed to Unity Hospice (non-profit organization) and the Eye Institute for the Blind.

We, as the family are in awe over the compassionate and professional care our dad received while a guest at the Jack and Engrid Meng Residence of Unity Hospice in De Pere. Our respected thank you to the terrific staff.

Published by Green Bay Press-Gazette from Oct. 19 to Oct. 20, 2013.
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I remember a lot of summers at your house in Detroit and all the fun. Rest in piece cousin.

Barb Dunn (Delaney)

October 24, 2013

Please accept our sympathy on the death of your dad. We have very fond memories of the past.

Bernard and Janet Shaw

October 24, 2013

Please accept our sympathy on the death of Don. We have good memories from the past.

October 24, 2013

To the George Family,

I am sorry to hear of Grandpa's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of him and he will be greatly missed. I feel very lucky to have had him as my Grandpa and am fortunate he considered me "one of his own" and glad he always made sure I knew it :) Thank you for writing such a lovely obituary to remind us all that he did in his life. All he accomplished is truly remarkable. But what's most remarkable is the love he had for his family and those around him. I am happy he got to see so many of his grandchildren get married and have children, because seeing us happy, made him happy. My thoughts and prayers and with you all.

Tia Ridgeway

October 23, 2013

Dearest Family of Donny George,
I join with so many others who knew Donny in offering our deepest sympathy on his passing. Although it is little consolation at this sad time, it should be of some satisfaction to know that in his passing you can celebrate a very loving and productive life.
The measure of a life well-lived is not in how much money one has or what possessions they have accumulated, but rather through the lives they touched and the sorrow they leave behind. If the outpouring of sympathy on his loss is any indication, and it most certainly is, you can proudly and confidently say that his indeed was a life well-lived.
I can honestly say that he was one of my favorite guests. I will miss his visits each Thursday and miss his kind words of encouragement. He told me once that any day he was playing cards was a great day! I will truly miss him.
May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all who knew and loved him.
In Sympathy,
Lil Duquaine

Lil Duquaine

October 23, 2013

Dear George Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate the life of your father and grandfather. May your sorrow be eased knowing he is now in heaven.

Kori George

October 23, 2013

Sorry for your loss of a GREAT DAD! My thoughts are with as I know this loss must be incredible hard for all of you. Michelle Salamonski

October 21, 2013

Dear Terry and Peggy, We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We know how hard it is to loose a parent even though we all know in our hearts God takes them when he should. We understand he was not comfortable in his last days. Bob has many memories of Don throughout his years and feels very fortunate to have known him. He was a good man...Keep your memories of him close in your hearts and the pain of his absence will ease the sadness. We regret to inform you, we will not be able to attend his celebration of eternal life but our thoughts and prayers are being said for Don and all of your family during this sad time. God be with you Sincerely

Bob & Cathy Derricks

October 19, 2013

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