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1951
DIED
2017
George Donelson Obituary
born Nov. 1, 1951, passed peacefully after a courageous hard fought bout with cancer.
He is survived by his partner of 22 years, Dr. Lonni Anne Gill; his siblings, Wendell (Barbara) Donelson, Linda (Glen) Shumacher, Patricia (Reverend Charles) Kleiser, Sharon (Frank) Delgado, Robert (Christine) Donelson; and his many adored nieces and nephews.
George was a longtime Indy resident where he founded and established his Longing for Life family counseling ministry. His introspective life's work will culminate in a book to enable his "Georgie-ness" be shared with others.
George's memorial celebration will take place on Saturday, April 1 at Common Ground Church at 46th and Illinois in Indianapolis. Doors open at 10:30 a.m., with his memorial beginning at 11:00 a.m. with lunch immediately following downstairs. Friends may leave online condolences at www.indianafuneralcare.com
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Memories and Condolences
for George Donelson
Gigi Clifford
February 12, 2018
George...what a difference you made in our lives. I still mention your name although it's been 8 years since seeing you. You brought David and I much comfort as we were newly married and were searching for wisdom in blending our families together. You were writing your book when we last visited. This is sad and surprising to learn. You really did make a difference. Peace be with you. Gigi Clifford
Christine Mago
May 30, 2017
Georgie! I just called you.......NOW I know why you were so on my mind a couple months back. A brief search tells me that God has called you Home. Tears, a grin, and a sigh of comfort expel.....you are HOME!! You are envied. lol
I love you, buddy. I loved your heart. I loved your soul. I loved your gift of exhortation delivered straight from Heaven above!
And God sure knew what He was doing when He sent me to you. The time we spent, the stories shared, the confessions given. Golly, the tears I cried and the laughs we laughed....oh we laughed. All with the purpose of finding my Christine-ness. And find it, we did. :-)
Because of you, George, I changed the way I looked at the world and the world around me changed. My way became easier, lighter as the layers peeled off. DESERVING of receiving God's love, deserving of receiving love from others, my lenses clearly focused. A trip well worth the efforts.
I am forever thankful, forever grateful for you, for your teachings. To this day your voice is still heard. Your words still clear, remain relevant, remain true. And for those that allow it, I pay them forward in hopes that they, too, may be enlightened.
Because of your George-ness, I am Christine......it is a beautiful thing. Thank you kindly.
See you again, my friend!
XXOO
Christine Austin Mago
Amy Barg
March 31, 2017
I have such fabulous memories of George... Spending time with him over dinner, talking with he and Lonni for hours. He always made me laugh...and think. He had such a heart for people and for helping them to live life well. I remember him telling me about how I needed to learn to use a new muscle when responding to people and situations that weren't healthy. Once he took us for a ride in his red convertible. He and Lonni were such a comfort to me when I first moved to Fishers nearly ten years ago. I feel so blessed that both he and Lonni were there to dance at my wedding to Sam in 2013. My heart aches for Lonni and for all of his family. I know he was a much beloved brother and uncle. Love and prayers for his family. He will be truly missed...but never forgotten!
Dorothy ( Dottie) South
March 28, 2017
I knew George back in the 1970's. He was always friendly. My love and prayers to his loving family.
Andre
March 28, 2017
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
Herm & Barb Hoge
March 27, 2017
WE are saddened to kearn of George's passing ! He has been iur hearts & friendship forever
We are so sorry to hear of George's passing - His memory will always remain in a special place in our hearts - Our Sympathy goes out to all the family !! We send our Love -- Barb & Herm Hoge
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Bob and Grace Beezie
March 27, 2017
So sorry for the loss of a wonderful person. He was loved by many. Look forward to seeing him again.
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