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McKERROW, George George Walter McKerrow, 85, formerly of Atlanta, GA and Pinehurst, NC passed unexpectedly Friday January 21st 2011 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst. Mr. McKerrow was born October 17th 1925 in Pewaukee, Wisconsin to the late Gavin Walter McKerrow and Carolyn Sommers McKerrow. A celebration of life will be held February 5th, from 2-4pm at the Ansley Golf Club in Atlanta, GA. George Graduated from Pewaukee High School where he was active in sports. He went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin in Dairy Science. He joined the USA Marine Corps and served 4 years during World War II as a 1st Lieutenant. He began his career at Golden Guernsey Dairy and in 1958 went to work for DairyPak Inc. He was promoted to V.P. of their Central Division in 1964 and moved the family to Cleveland, Ohio. In 1981 he co-founded LongHorn Steaks with his son George Jr. and two other partners. He retired from DairyPak Inc. and moved to Atlanta in 1984. He was active with LongHorn Steak House Inc. for the following 20 years where he served as Chairman and as a board member. George's favorite contribution was his work with the LongHorn Golf Tournament and the beneficiary, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. George was a great American and impacted many lives along his journey. Mr. McKerrow is survived by his wife of 23 years, Maxine Lourick McKerrow. Two sons, George Walter McKerrow, Jr and his Wife Ginair of Atlanta, GA; Robert Douglas McKerrow and wife Donna of Atlanta, GA; Three daughters, Nancy McKerrow-Ousterhout and husband Douglas of San Francisco, CA; Tammy Jo McKerrow-Poulos and husband Richard of Los Angeles, CA; Stacy Dempsey and husband Mark of Cleveland, OH; Three sisters, Isabel Brown of Hartland, WI; Helen Pugh and husband John of Waukesha, WI; Florence Glass and husband John of Lincoln, MA; twelve grandchildren, Amber McKerrow, Lauren Guridi, Heather McKerrow, Gavin McKerrow, Katherine McKerrow, William McKerrow, Nicolas Poulos, Hannah McKerrow, Anthony Poulos, Eryn Epting, Sean Dempsey and Stephanie Dempsey. Mr. McKerrow was preceded in death by a brother William A. McKerrow. Memorial donations can be made in memory of George W. McKerrow to Children Healthcare of Atlanta on line at www.choa.org or by phone 404-785-7310. On line condolences can be made to www.bolefuneralhome.com. Boles Funeral H ome of Pinehurst is serving the family.
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Joseph Pryor
September 14, 2019
Certainly, a bright light in my world having worked with George at Quinn's Mill restaurant (kitchen/cook) in the late '70 s. Shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. Rest in Peace Mr. McKerrow.
February 5, 2011
To all the McKerrow Family, Our heart felt sympathies on the loss of your Dad. We have fond and fun memories in the years on Queen Anne,s Gate where we still live after 45 years. In fact this week on Feb.2 your next door neighbor George Koberg passed away. We,re sure the two Georges already have planned a golf game on their new heavenly course. Warmest regards to you all. Wally and Judy Votteler
Doyle Shiver
February 4, 2011
Amber, So so sorry to hear about you're loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Love Doyle
January 31, 2011
The prayers and sincere thoughts of the Herb Stephens family are with you at this time. George was a wonderful friend and advisor for my dad, and Herb often spoke of the great phone conversations with George even if they were miles apart they always seemed to be close. There are many stories about the "good old days" that my dad had which included George and always a smile when his name was mentioned. My dad said he will miss him dearly.
January 30, 2011
My prayers are with all of you during these times. I wish I could be there in person. Uncle George made great impact on me early in my life. I remember the summers when the George McKerrow family would come to visit and launch model rockets in the field. That and other memories I will cherish. Again deepest symphany goes to all of you.
William "Arch" McKerrow Jr
ret Marine "DOC" USN
Gary Fannin
January 30, 2011
My prayers are with the family. I knew George for nearly 20 years and he always made me laugh. He will be sadly missed.
KAYE SUMMERS
January 30, 2011
My prayers are with you all. Love, Kaye
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