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1931
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2020
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George Mumford Obituary
In 1949, he married the love of his life, Vivian Hobgood, of Farmville, NC. He retired from the Keebler Company. He loved his family, was a long time member and Deacon of Grace Baptist Church, loved Baseball and Golf, and never met a stranger, whom he loved to reminisce and talk about the past.
He is survived by his children, Linda Dawson, Connie Herring (Harold), Georgie Sasser all of Kinston. Grandchildren, Reid Sasser (Michele) of Kinston, Brooks Sasser (Nikki) of LaGrange, and Jason Dail (Donna) of Wilmington. Great Grandchildren, Madelyn Sasser, Sydney Sasser, Mason Sasser, Kyleigh Sasser, Hickson Sasser, Olivia Dail and Luke Dail. Special nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Marvin, Tom, David, Herman, Edward and Larry, son-in-law, Allen Sasser.
There will be a private graveside service due to COVID-19. Service will be officiated by Dr. Bill Bradley, Pastor of Grace Baptist Church, Kinston, NC.
The family would like to thank the family of Grace Baptist Church, Dr. Pardeep Arumugham, and all of his friends and neighbors who shared their love and time.
Garner Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
On-line condolences may be sent to garnerfuneralhome.com.
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Jan Hartley
May 14, 2020
From the Lennie & Eleanor Howard Family to Yours...We go way back, don't we? Have always thought so much of you Girls xoxo! Sincere sympathy and love to you all at this tender time. Praying you will find consolation in sweet memories.
Mary Hooks
May 14, 2020
Linda and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a fine man. When I saw him out and about and always with your mom, I always enjoyed talking to the both of them. I will keep you in my prayers. Mary Elizabeth Hooks, Asheville, NC.
Delana Gray
May 13, 2020
Prayers and love to you girls, Connie, Georgie, and Linda. My heart hurts with you on the loss of a good man that you called daddy. I love each of you .... Take loving care and patience with Mrs. Vivian. That's a long time married. Hugs to each of you and your family. My thoughts are with you even if Covid-19 has socially distance us.
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May 13, 2020
Thoughts and prayers go out to all the family members.I never saw George without a BIG smile.David Phillips
Allyson Pilgreen
May 13, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Prayers for you Connie and Linda.
Karen
May 12, 2020
Did not know him, but I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for his wife and family
Sherrie Rhodes
May 12, 2020
Such a loving family! Prayers for all during this time!
Mack and Brenda Blomefield
May 12, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss! George was a pleasure to know. God keep his wife , children and extended family close and give them strength in these days! ❤
Linda Harper
May 12, 2020
I have always respected Mr George. He was a fine Christian man, hard worker, wonderful husband and father. My love to Ms Vivian, Georgie, Connie and Linda.
Dennis and Janet Smith
May 12, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
May 12, 2020
Sorry to hear the passing of your Daddy
Morris Lee
May 12, 2020
Mr. Mumford was a fine man who was well thought of by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be missed by us all. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Eugene Kupstas
May 11, 2020
I was a classmate of his daughter Linda back at Bethel. I am sorry for the family.
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