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George Posey Jr.

Chico, California

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GEORGE ADDISON POSEY, JR. January 20, 1923-May 24, 2009 George was born in Alameda, CA to George and Ethel Kesselring Posey. His father, George A. Posey, Sr. was engineering the innovative Posey Tube (auto tunnel) that passes between Alameda and Oakland. When his father died in 1931, his mother...

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Dear Danette and Family, My sympathy to you all in the loss of Mr. Posey. I remember his smile and his laughter. He brought sunshine with him wherever he went. I remember The Posey Fair every time I drive down Broadway. You are all in my prayers.

My family lived next door to Mr. and Mrs. Posey for many, many years. They were delightful neighbors, quiet, professional, and nice.

I remember their dog Sheeba. Mr. Posey would get up very early in the morning and throw the ball for Sheeba. How do I know this? Mr. Posey was my weekend alarm clock. He generally woke me up each weekend playing with his dog outside, but I would fall right back to sleep so it was okay.

As kids we would play a lot of sports in our...

Mr. Posey was my next door neighbor while I was growing up in Chico. I enjoyed reading about his life's story here. Who knew he had such an extensive background!

I always found Mr. Posey to be very friendly. I would come over occasionally to borrow folding chairs for our family gatherings, the Posey's always seemed to have a good supply. It was always an adventure to see his big RV pull in and out of the cul-de-sac and wonder where he was off to. He was also an avid gardner. I...

Dear Danette and the whole Posey family,
My sympathies go out to you all at the loss of your dear father. I will remember his happy manner and the bright twinkle in his eye when I visited the family home so many years ago. May God's peace and grace comfort you all.

Anita and I would like to extend our most sincere condolences on the loss of George.