Point Richmond, Ca, California
1922 - 2015
GEORGE RAYMOND COLESJun. 21, 1922 - Jan. 20, 2015Point Richmond, CABorn June 21, 1922 in San Jose, CA the only child of George R. Coles Sr. and Tillie Levin, George died on January 20, 2015, surrounded by his family and friends at his home in Point Richmond, CA. George was preceded in death by...
Read MoreIt was an honor to have George as a volunteer for many years in the 1990s with the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory. George was a hawk spotter in the Marin Headlands, working with a team entirely younger in age and slower in physical action and intellect. I remember every conversation and smile like it was yesterday. What a force of curiousity and kindness.
Allen Fish
March 01, 2015 | Sausalito, CA
George
You were one wonderful man! We miss you.
Roger & Carol Craine
February 28, 2015
What a man,what a spirit, he lived as Americans should. To me he was the truest of mentors and friends,Always pointing out the possibilities and every teachable moment.Truely a guide and inspiration: Dean
Dean GAUMER
February 22, 2015 | Davis, CA
Dear Indra and Family, We grieve with you and your family over the loss of your Grandpa. When we drove by Pt.Richmond recently, we remarked, "There's no There there without George Coles." Andrea had forwarded his obituary to us a few days ago. We always knew he was a very wonderful man, but--wow! We hadn't known the full extent of it. What an impressive man. We will always miss him. Love, Austin and Carole
Carole and Austin Frank
February 14, 2015 | EL CERRITO, CA
What a beautiful tribute to an unusually evolved and involved man ... big personality and generous heart.
Noel Kelton
February 13, 2015
Dear George,
I'm not alone in saying that it is difficult to accept that you can no longer be a mentor and confidant. Your intellect, citizenship, and graciousness were humbling but never intimidating. Your skillful and subtle guidance benefited me in so many (possibly unanticipated) ways. I hope that you sensed the depth of my appreciation.
My children's children will tell your story.
Goodbye old friend.
Jerry Labay
February 11, 2015 | Benicia, CA
I will miss seeing George out on the Red Oak Victory. I enjoyed listening to his stories about; WW2, old cars, the bay area of years gone by, debating politics, discussing history, and his mimosas served at pancake breakfasts. All the best to his family and friends, we were lucky to have him.
Matt Mitlo
February 10, 2015 | Castro Valley, CA
George's life had an incalculable effect on all he met, taught, and loved. Someone truly great and irreplaceable has moved on. It is to us who will carry the love and care he brought to all he touched.
Thomas Wheeler
February 10, 2015 | San Luis Obispo, CA
