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George Van Sleet Obituary

George Francis Van Sleet Winter HavenGeorge Francis Van Sleet, age 82, of Winter Haven, FL passed away October 26, 2013, due to cancer. He was born June 11, 1931, in Cohoes, NY, the son of Frank Van Sleet and Adalane (Greenhalgh) Van Sleet. He was a supervisor with General Electric, US Army Korean War veteran and of the Catholic faith. In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his sister, Alice Falcone. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Mary Van Sleet; sons, George Francis Van Sleet Jr., and Richard Van Sleet; daughters, Barbara Bobbie Pires and Maria Birch; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.ottlaughlin funeralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice, 105 Arneson Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Oct. 28, 2013.

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November 1, 2013

Mary and family. I worked for George at the GE for a few years and I have to say that George was by far the best boss I have ever had. He will surely be missed by many who knew him. God Bless. Art LeBlanc

Tom McIntyre

November 1, 2013

Mary, I share your loss. I always considered George a friend first and
a supervisor second. I will always have fond memories of reconnecting with George in Winterhaven. FL.

October 29, 2013

Mary and Maria, Im sorry to hear of George's passing. You will be in my prayers. Amy Cerqua, Waterford NY

Wallace Sanders

October 28, 2013

Mary, you and your family have been and will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love you.

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