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1935 - 2013

BORN

1935

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Hamilton’s Funeral Home on Lyon Street

605 Lyon Street

Des Moines, Iowa

George Hollingsworth Obituary

George Hollingsworth

Pleasant Hill

George Alvin Hollingsworth, 77, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. Services will be held 3:30 p.m. Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Hamilton's Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. with visitation one and a half hours prior.

George was born November 3, 1935 in Des Moines, IA to Harry and Mary Hollingsworth. He graduated from East High School and in 1953 married Nancy, the love of his life. They were blessed with a son, two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

George enjoyed playing lots of golf at Terrace Hills Golf course; and he and Nancy made many friends at the Elk's Lodge.

We will all be glad when we see him again (and we will). Until then, his memory will be cherished by his wife, Nancy; son, Mark; granddaughter, Keri N. Hollingsworth; great-grandchildren, Hennasie and Tatum Hollingsworth and Trehver Wright; sister, Flora and brother, Lloyd, and many wonderful friends and family. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Merwin and Willis; sisters, Enid and Myrtle; and his grandson Chad Hollingsworth.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of George.2

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

Published by the Des Moines Register on Aug. 29, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for George Hollingsworth

12 Entries

September 1, 2013

Nancy& Mark, George was a great husband & father. I am so sorry for your loss. he will be gratefully missed by many people. I think of all of you often!! god bless you all!
Karolyn, may god be with you.

Sherry and Ken Jones

August 30, 2013

Nancy, we were so saddened to hear of your loss and are also so sorry we aren't able to be there for the funeral. We are out of town. But know that our prayers are with you and that your "Elk friends" sure hope you still come to the Elks on Friday nights for dinner so we can see you and visit!!!! Love you me dear friend!!

Greg Boehmke

August 30, 2013

I am saddened to hear that George has passed away. My memories of all the good times we shared through the years will last forever. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Nancy and also to Mark and his family. Peace be with you all. Greg Boehmke

Jerry Hart

August 30, 2013

Nancy I am sorry to here of your loss, George and I went from Kindergarten through high school together. I knew he had beat cancer but did not know about his heart. We all will miss him. God bless you all.I'll be back for reunion next year. Love to all, Jerry

John Storm

August 30, 2013

It's was about 20 years ago that I meet George and you and Mark. That was the "good old days at Des Moines Paper & Supply". George was a great guy to work with and I will always remember him with a smile. Take care of yourself and Mark. Our prayers for the both of you.

Shelli and Chad Bridges

August 29, 2013

Aunt Nancy, Mark and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you're going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Georgie was so great to us. He always had the best smile and the best hugs. I was so glad that I got to spend some time with him at the reunion.please let us know if you need anything. We love you guys!

Patrick Carroll

August 29, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss Nancy, Mark and family. George was one of the good one's You could'nt ask for a better husband, father, grandpa or friend. George was there when you needed him and helped me out when I was down on my luck and hired me to work for him many times through out the years. I will miss him as I'm sure all who knew him will.

James Flanagan

August 29, 2013

Rest in Peace. You are in our thoughts and Prayers

So sweet

August 29, 2013

Aunt Nancy, Mark, Keri and grandkids, We are so sad to hear of Uncle George's passing. We are very happy though that we got to see him at the reunion this year and have so many sweet pictures. We are all there with you in heart.

August 29, 2013

Nancy and Mark so sorry for your loss George was one of the great ones in my book. He helped me get started with my career at CSS he will be greatly missed. Denny Struble

Mike & Betty Stapleton

August 29, 2013

So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.

Debbie Mattix

August 29, 2013

Sorry for your loss. George was a very nice guy and I remember him from growing up in Pleasant Hill. Thoughts are with you Mark as you go through this difficult time. Debbie Mattix (Shedd)

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