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George Hendon Obituary

George A. Hendon, III George A. Hendon III, almost 90, peacefully died in his sleep at home October 8, 2018. George was born and raised in Louisville, KY and graduated from Union College in 1951 and attended Columbia grad school in NYC. He thoroughly enjoyed his long career with the FAA leaving behind his reputation: "George is the man he appears to be." George was a gentle, sincere, loving, caring, witty man who was loved by all. He married Sue late in life and when daughter Libby and son Tim arrived they became the joy of their lives. Sue, Libby, Tim, his wife Sara and darling granddaughter Ava surrounded George with love right up until the end. Rest in peace with God, faithful servant. Small family gathering will celebrate him. If you feel moved to make a memorial donation, George's passion was The Writer's Place, 3607 Pennsylvania Ave., K.C., MO. 64111.

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Published by Kansas City Star from Oct. 17 to Oct. 21, 2018.

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Maryfrances Wagner

October 11, 2021

I am making a donation to The Writers Place in George's memory.

Maryfrances Wagner

October 11, 2019

On the anniversary of George's death, he is still remembered. I have come across so many papers and things as I've gone through The Writers Place files from when we worked on committees together. I remember the treats he brought to events, the dedication to his painting, and the art show he had in the bottoms. Lots of memories.
Maryfrances Wagner

October 29, 2018

Dear Hendon family, I just learned of George's passing today.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Hopefully, Sue, we can talk soon.
George always impressed me as a really great dad in the good old St. Peter's School days. Susan and Jim Birt

Maryfrances Wagner

October 25, 2018

George and I worked together on the governance committee at The Writers Place and served on the board together for several years. He helped me with several silent auctions, and he came to many events. He was a good man and an enthusiastic artist. I shall remember him fondly. Maryfrances Wagner

October 22, 2018

Our love and condolences to you Sue and your family...Fritz and Sandy

October 20, 2018

George will be missed by all who knew him. He had such a great faith and positive presence in the Episcopal Church. We will all really miss his smile and pleasant personality and kindness. Jan McElhaney and family

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