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George Timberlake Obituary
November 3, 1932 - November 7, 2012
George R. Timberlake passed away after a lengthy battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He had an outstanding football career beginning at Jordan High. He was starting center/line backer for Long Beach City College, played linebacker for USC, and played professionally for the Green Bay Packers. His sports honors include being inducted into Long Beach City College Hall of Champions, Long Beach Century Club Hall of Fame and All-American status earned at USC. George was a Long Beach lifeguard and had a successful sales career as western national director for a variety of wholesale distributors. George loved boating, playing handball and golf. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; two sons, and their spouses, Bob (Karen) and Scott (Celeste); two stepchildren, Jennifer and Gary; and five grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held by the family. He was deeply loved and will be forever missed by family and friends. Please sign the guestbook
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Scott Timberlake
October 10, 2023
If anyone wants there is memories of LBCC Jr Rose Bowl, Joe Josts
Earl Carpenter
October 15, 2013
...talked football with George at Jordan. Georges mom Hazel was my aunt. Charles,her brother, was my father. May happy memories carry you through..
Bob Davis
July 27, 2013
My Condolences to you all.I just got the the news of George's passing. He was a great man and a source of wisdom and joy to all of us that knew him.
Jack Carpenter
May 1, 2013
Hi, sorry to here of George passing away. I have not kept up with the family but would like to here from some of you. I am Georges cousin Jack Carpenter, son of Harold Carpenter Hazels brother. You can Email me at [email protected]. Thanks.....
Bob Lindsay
December 10, 2012
Barbara,
Thank you so much for calling me about George's death. I have many great menories of George playing handball and winning the Western Regionals with him. My daughter Dakotah graduated from USC and it was George's tour thatmade her decide to go there. I will miss has friendship.
December 1, 2012
Dear Barbara, Robert and Scott. My deepest sympathies on the loss of Uncle George. Much Love, Tim Johnson
Dennis Davis
November 24, 2012
Sympathy. And. Condolences. To. The. Timberlake. Family. George. Was. A. Member. Of. The. Order. Of. Tong. At. LBCC. And. Sigma. Chi. At. USC. In. Hoc.
Crystal Girard
November 16, 2012
Gma Barbra, it's Crystal, Celeste's niece. Our arms are wrapped around you from here (hug). I'm glad I got the opportunity to have known such a great man. He's now a great angel.
Rebecca Livingood
November 12, 2012
Barbara, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in our prayers. Love, Becky & Rob Livingood
November 12, 2012
Barbara you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim and Drucie
Josie Sanchez
November 10, 2012
Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss. I am here for you. Just call.
South End Rowing Club Handball Tournament, San Fransico
Pam and Dave Duran
November 10, 2012
I'll miss the big guy. I had the pleasure of being his wingman for a short time. Play hard, Love hard,& Fight hard. Put that together and you had George. Pam and I will remember you with so many fun times and great adventures. God Bless the Families.
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