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George Fields Obituary

George S Fields, 87, passed away peacefully on Monday March 7, 2022 at his home with his loving wife and daughters by his side.

George was born in Watertown NY, a son of the late Walter and Ruth Fields. He graduated from Brownville High School and completed the GE Apprentice Program to become a Machinist. After working for General Electric for a short time he entered the US Army and served as a member of the 464th Engineers Battalion for 6 years. He returned to work for GE at the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory until his retirement after 47 years.

He enjoyed working in his shop at home on all things electric- especially Televisions. George was an active member of the Burnt Hills Fire Department, serving as President, a Trustee, Captain of the Fire Police and a Fire Commissioner during over 50 years of service.

George is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ethel, and his daughters Judith DiNatale (David) and Carolyn Trojan; his grand children Lauren Gelinas (Steven), Kara DiNatale, Dale Trojan (Amber), Kyle Trojan (Heather), Rachel Millington (Thomas) and 6 great grand children as well as many nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his brother Fredrick Fields, sister Louise Ball, nephew Leo Ball and his son-in-law Jeffrey Trojan

Services will be held in late spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to: Community Hospice Foundation, Gift Processing Center 3105 Manning Blvd Albany, NY 12208 or to: Alzheimer's Association, Northeastern New York Chapter 4 Pine West Plaza, Suite 405 Albany, NY 12205

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Mar. 15, 2022.

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Daniel Moran

March 28, 2022

Sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with George for over ten years at Knolls. I lost touch with him after his retirement. I pray that you will find peace in your hearts.

Maribeth Rentz Barrell

March 20, 2022

My deepest condolences to the Fields family. I have so many fond memories from the neighborhood and from camping with the family. May your loving memories sustain you at this difficulty time. I'm donating to Alzheimer's in his name. XO

Sherry and Jim Hrabchak

March 17, 2022

Aunt Ethel, Judy and Carolyn and families, we are very sorry for your loss. Uncle George was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Even though we did not see each other as often as we would have liked, he was always in our thoughts. He was a great man to talk to, for he knew just about everything. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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