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George Huntington Obituary
BRADFORD - Tragedy struck June 19, 2009. While on his way to Burlington to help coach yet another AAU practice, George Edward Huntington, 68, died in a car accident. He was born Sept. 5, 1940, the son of Wanda (Champagne) and George C. Huntington.
He graduated from Bradford Academy in 1958 having accomplished legendary feats in athletics, namely basketball. His high school career ended with leading his team to a Class L State Championship against Ludlow scoring over 40 points. He set a new state record with 47 points scored in one game. By the end of his career, he had yet another state record, having scored 1,935 points, a record that held for nearly 25 years. Mind you, this was back when the schedules were typically 14 games and play was with a running clock and no three point shots.
He spent the coming years as follows: 1960-1962 Played professional baseball for Milwaukee Braves; 1960-1964 Plymouth State - B.S. in physical education; 1963 Married his high school sweetheart, Donna Drew of Piermont, N.H.; 1963-1965 Lions Youth Sports; 1963-1967 played professional baseball club, Coaticook, Quebec, earned an MVP Award, and was the manager in 1964; 1965-1968 assistant scout for St. Louis Cardinals; 1965-1968 assistant baseball coach Ball State University; 1964-1967 director of health and physical education, head coach varsity basketball, baseball, soccer, track and field, gymnastics for Orleans High School; 1967 director of Headstart for the Northeast Kingdom; 1967-1968 Ball State University - Graduate Assistanceship/ M.S. Physical Education; 1967 - 1972 assistant professor/Head Coach Basketball and Baseball, Lyndon State College; 1972-2009 His pilgrimage back to Bradford began during the time he was teaching and coaching at Lyndon State College. He would spend his weekends and holidays working and coaching Bradford Youths Sports in Bradford where he subsequently committed the rest of his life to raising his family, youth sports and to the growth of his beloved hometown. His passion for community service and business grew dramatically from his love to teach and help others. His business career started in Bradford when he purchased his first piece of property which he renovated and began running a residential care home for the elderly with his mother.
There was nothing George loved more than spending time with his children and grandchildren. The void created by his absence will never be replaced. The hearts of all who knew him will forever ache. He is survived by his brothers Henry and Hollis Huntington. His four children: Ron and Randall Huntington, Jade and Jeff Strohm and her children, Sydney, 7, and twins Rylee and Jordin, 23 months, and lastly, Jasmyn and Marc Monroe, who will welcome another Huntington child in early August.
Services will be held at Hales Funeral Home in Bradford. The viewing will be Friday the 26th from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. The funeral will be Saturday the 27th at 11 a.m. in the Oxbow Gymnasium. Reception to follow at the Oxbow Cafeteria.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Huntington
Jeff Hood and family
July 22, 2009
Ron,Randy,Jade and Jazz
There has been and always will be a special place in my heart for all of you. I have forever felt blessed to have been a part of your family.Your father was the biggest reason for who I am today.From that first moment I met him ( which by the way will always be memory #1 )I treated him with upmost respect and admiration.He was a great teacher,mentor,but most of all a great father.He will be missed but never forgotten for I will cherish all the memories I had with him.You and your families are always in my thoughts and my heart
James W. McCollum
July 9, 2009
July 9, 2009
To the Hunting family. I would like to extend my heart felt condolences to all. I learned a lot from coach Huntington in the short time that I played basketball and studied in his classes while attending Lyndon State College. Even though we didn't have any contact, he remained in my heart. I will miss him very much.
James "Billy Bam" McCollum (1972 LSC Team )
Georgia Prewett
July 7, 2009
Dear Ron, Randy, Jade and Jasmine....I could always call George when I had a problem and he would quickly sort it out have the answer. The best day of my life was spent with George, climbing the mountain above the maple syrup camp....the quiet beauty shared with a dear friend. I will never forget him. May God comfort all who grieve.
Allen Jacobs
July 1, 2009
On behalf of the Jacobs Family, our sympathy is extended to the Huntington's. George was a giver and contributed in many positive ways to the greater Vermont community.
Greg and Lori Dexter
June 30, 2009
Ron, Randy, Jade, Jazz,
It was wonderful to see you all and to meet George's extended family. Your dad was very special to us and we will miss him terribly. No Vermont trip was ever complete without a visit with your dad. He will not be forgotten. You all are in our thoughts and prayers
Dawn Griffiths
June 29, 2009
Dear Jazz and family:
So sorry for this loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I'm so glad I was able to meet your Dad.
June 29, 2009
Jazz, Jade, family and friends,
George was a warm hearted man passionate about life and basketball. We had many times sharing the road and the court together and I will treasure those memories for our family. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and may he live in your hearts forever.
Glen, Martha, Nikole & Joshua Burroughs
Katrina De Ronde Zwetschkenbaum
June 28, 2009
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy for the entire Huntington Family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
John & Cheryl De Ronde
June 27, 2009
We met George back around 1982 and he helped us become part of the Bradford community by purchasing a home. That was the start of a long friendship and we'll miss seeing him on our yearly trips North. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Tracy Ligouri
June 26, 2009
We are so very sorry for your loss and can only imagine your shock and sorrow.
Sincerely,
Tracy (Johnson) and Lou Ligouri
Julie Pratt Morgan
June 26, 2009
Dear Ron,Randy, Jade and Jasmyn,
I just learned of your Dad's passing from my Mom this afternoon and the sky is crying down here in Texas tonight.
I can't think of anyone who loved Bradford and it's people more than he did.......,except maybe my grandfather, John.....-:).
But no one has been more generous or passionate, or given more of their time and resources to the people and children of Bradford and beyond than your Dad.
As sad as I feel, thinking about George puts a smile on my face. He was, as you know, quite a character and a great and devoted friend to our family.
My heart goes out to you all, and especially on the heels of losing your Mom so tragically. For all of his accomplishments, you were the Crown Jewels in his cap. Take good care of each other and know that you are in the hearts and prayers of a multitude of folks. God Bless! Julie Pratt Morgan
Bonnie Emmons
June 26, 2009
Our prayers are with all of you at this time . We knew you all when we lived in Bradford many years ago, we thought a lot of your dad, he was a wonderful person. He loved his family and he loved life, we are so sorry for your loss..
Wendell and Bonnie Emmons Navarre, Fl.
June 26, 2009
My sincere sympathy for all the friends and family of George. I was his assistant at the Head Start program, Northeast Kingdom. George was a great boss, a great guy and will be remembered always for his smile and his sense of humor. I will miss him as well as many, many others.
Janie Wilson
Kansas City, MO (formerly LSC)
Dick Teeter
June 26, 2009
Dear Ron,Randy, Jade and Jasmine
Our hearts go out o you all in this sad time of losing your Dad.Please accept out sincere sympathy. Your Dad was a great man and athlete.
Most Sincerely, Dick and Cheryl Teeter
John Drugach
June 26, 2009
On behalf of the entire Drugach family please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss.
Steve Watson
June 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Huntington family, George was a fixture in the Bradford landscape, I went to school with Two of his children, and my mother worked for him at Wanda's. He was never too busy to say hello, or to talk about basketball. Bradford has lost a dear friend. to Ron, Randy, Jade and Jazz I'm sorry for your loss.
John Knox
June 26, 2009
To the Huntington Family
I was so sorry to hear the news about George. He was my catcher in Legion baseball, Woodsville men's league that went to Wichita, Kansas and for two summers in Coaticook. He was a fantastic receiver. We had so much fun playing baseball together. George was always bigger than life. He had a "can do" attitude all the way. I am so sorry for you the family and I am sorry to have lost a lifelong friend.
norma plummer
June 26, 2009
Just want to say George is truly going to be missed,Real sorry about your loss, know how much your going to miss him,HE WAS A VERY NICE GUY, our prayers are with you at this very sad time ahead,,, Norma plummer and family condo 7
Ronald Bonneau
June 26, 2009
I remember George well from B.A. and from C.Y.O. We were very proud of him at B.A. because he brought us fame! Such a sudden and unexpected death confuses and saddens us. My prayers go out to you who are left. Henry and Hollis, I have prayed specially for you since I know you. I can't imagine the sadness of George's children but I do pray that God be gentle on your hearts and give you peace throughout your grieving process. I have prayed for George and trust that he is in God's embrace.
My most heartfelt condolences.
Father Ronald E. Bonneau, C.Ss.R.
Martha Taylor
June 26, 2009
Dear Jade and Family,
Please know that we are thinking about you and praying that God will comfort each of you during the upcoming days. I hope that Alicia's and Isabelle's presence will help you through this sad journey. Jade, I miss seeing you, Jeff and the children and send you my love!
Yvonne Ayala-Jones
June 25, 2009
Ron, Randy, Jade & Jazz, I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. He was a wonderful man and was always friendly and good to me when I would come over to babysit, or when I would see him in town. He was an amazing person with a lot of drive and will to accomplish anything he put his mind to. You were all very lucky to be blessed with two amazing parents. And I am truly sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenn Martin
June 25, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I'll miss see him driving by my house 600 times a day, always with the pedal to the metal, and always with a friendly wave. Take care of yourselves and each other. His presence will certainly be missed.
Cheri Carlson Core
June 25, 2009
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Andy, Sandy, Caitlin and Drew Strohm
June 25, 2009
Jade and family,
Words cannot express the sadness we are feeling for you all. We know how much your dad meant to you and how much you leaned on each other. Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts every day.
Edward Sweeney
June 25, 2009
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy for the entire Huntington Family. George was a good man and will be deeply missed
Lois Huntington
June 25, 2009
George was a remarkable human being. He did so much for countless people in countless ways. If you gave him something he would give you back twice as much.
His family was his top priority and no matter how far away they were he would fly there to spend time with them.
Not one to sit back and let someone else do the work for an impending family gettogether, he would be cleaning his house, organizing the food, cooking the food, husking corn, picking strawberries, picking beans, whatever it took to feed us. Then do the dishes, rubbish, etc.
Our hearts are broken and we miss him every minute.
His children and grandchildren have wonderful memories of George and we all pray those memories will sustain them, somehow, in the difficult days ahead.
Stephanie Gray
June 25, 2009
To the family of George,
Let all your memories of him live on and remember him in your hearts. He will be missed by many!!
S E
June 25, 2009
Ron, Randy, Jade & Jazz, Your father touched my life in a way no one will ever know. I have two very dear friends in this life and I just lost one. Over the 26 years of our friendship, the countless phone calls, through all his losses and yours, I could only stand in the shadows and love and support him. There was a side to your father that I was able to discover, He was loving, adventurous, funny and courageous. His self esteem was what I admired most. No matter what it was tennis, sking, hiking, he had to get to the lift line first, win each match, or be at the top of the mountain first. I used to read him my favorite poem often, to ground him and remind him what life was about. That life wasn't about the next big Deal, it was about love and family and fun. The poem is by Oriah Mountain Dreamer called the Invitation. I loved your father, you were blessed to have such a man in your life.Your father used to tell me the best thing out of our relationship was that I got him to loose the comb over hairstyle! May you continue to cherish and glorify his life, as I will in the midst of all my anger and tears. I know in my heart he has not left us to live life without him. Again I stand in the shadows to grieve your great loss and mine. I send you all my love and energy to get through this time. Love and Be Well, Your fathers biggest fan.
Melissa Nelson
June 25, 2009
Words are not enough to express our sadness for all of you. Our hearts are breaking for you and we are lifting all of you up in our prayers. As neighbors of Jade and Jeff for three years, we had the pleasure of meeting George. He was so kind to our daughter Kinsey and shared his knowledge and love of sports with her. God bless all you and keep you in his loving arms.
Melissa and Mark Nelson
June 24, 2009
kimberley and rodney young
June 24, 2009
Randy, Ron, Jade & Jasmyn, Please know that your father and all of you are in our prayers in this time of sadness.
Paul & Imelda Rheaume, Bruce & Melissa Rheaume Hansen, Joe & Karina Rheaume, John & Jennifer Rheaume
Janine Teeter
June 24, 2009
Ron, Randy, Jade & Jasmine, My heart goes out to you all. I was very saddened to hear of your loss. Your Dad was a special man who always wanted the best for youths in the upper valley area. I have fond memories of the days of little league when he was coaching the "Blue Jays". His heart was in the right place and he was very instrumental in the success of a lot of young athletes. He will be dearly missed.
Jake Allen
June 24, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Endora Smith
June 24, 2009
To the Family* George was one of a kind. Our family has known him for years. we have rented (rent)from him. You would have to know George, to really know the real person he was. I listened to stories and many of his family and grandkids exspecially.He was proud of them all. I am sorry that we did not get to meet any of you but I am glad to have meet your dad not just as a landlord but as a person. He was a kind man, once I was broke down at the docts and he helped me and followed me to the car parts store to get a battery, he wanted to make sure I made it to get a battery. That was 2 yrs ago now but I never forgot. we will miss him dearly. Exspecially his friendly wave every time we seen him his hand was always in a wave and with a smile. He told me once also that he would be lost without his secretary Shirley so our condolences go out to her, in her painfull time also. prayers and thoughts to you all. This man will be missed deeply by our family. We lost a great man. Endora Smith, Dave Ritchason, Ashley R. and Family
June 24, 2009
Ron, Randy, Jade, Jazz - I was shocked to hear of your dad's death. I grew up in Orleans as a very close friend of Steve Boulanger, your next-door neighbor, when Ron and Randy were just young kids and George coached at Orleans High - what great teams he had! I was grateful to your dad for allowing me to tag along with my brother at the boys' basketball practices when I was just a 5th or 6th grade runt shooting two-hand set shots!
George gave much of himself to teach young men and women how to play the game and how to win. I remember playing town team hoops in the late 80's/early 90's and playing against him down at Hanover in a tournament - couldn't believe it when I saw him out there on the court at probably around 50 years of age....amazing. And as always he was competitive - and still pretty darn good.
He will be remembered and missed by many. My condolences to you on your loss.
Gregg Bennett
Berlin, VT
Shirley Harrington
June 24, 2009
Condolences to this family-
Special thoughts & prayers to Henry & Lois & Hollis; our generation classmates.
Edson & Shirley Harrington
Waits River-
Jodi Kest
June 23, 2009
Dear Jade and Family,
I was so sad to hear the news about your dad. He loved life and loved watching his kids succeed.I enjoyed being around him and listening to all the stories he told about Jade.I know this has been very hard on you and I do not know what the right words to say are except he will be missed but not forgotten.
June 23, 2009
Dear Ron, Randy, Jade & Jasmine,
We are sorry to learn of the death of your father. We were coming back from Burlington Friday night and saw the accident, but did not learn it was your Dad until Saturday morning. What a shock.
Your Dad gave countless hours to the youth of Vermont coaching sports. Seth and AJ had him for baseball and basketball and learned much from him.
Thank you for sharing your Dad with other children of all ages.
He will be missed.
Our sympathy,
Allan & Judith Forward
Suzan Welsh
June 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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