George M. Barclay

1926 - 2010

George M. Barclay obituary, 1926-2010

George M. Barclay

1926 - 2010

BORN

1926

DIED

2010

George Barclay Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 21, 2010.
George Mac Barclay, 83, of Bozeman passed away April 18, 2010. He was born Sept. 8, 1926, in Livingston to George Washington and Lelia Pearl (McGuire) Barclay, at the Heltenberg Home.

The family lived in Livingston where his father worked for the railroad shops. At the age of 2, they moved to Belgrade where he attended schools, graduating in 1947, after missing part of several years due to rheumatic fever.

He and Carol Morris eloped to Helena, where they were married on Sept. 16, 1950. Through the years, he worked for Ken Stimpson's "McKay Hardware"; Ray Shadoan's " Bozeman, Our Own Hardware"; the Amsterdam potato fields; Louie Zilliox's "Mountain View Motel"; and then for the postal service at Montana State University for 24 years.

He enjoyed stock car racing – the Eight Ball; ice and open water fishing of rivers, streams and lakes; motorcycling in the mountains and backcountry of Montana, Utah and Arizona; skiing at Bridger Bowl, Big Sky, Pine Hill, Lionhead and Bear Canyon; boating at Canyon Ferry, Hebgen Lake, Lake Powell, Yellowtail and Yellowstone; traveling and camping; and spending winters in Arizona and California.

George is survived by his wife, Carol, of Bozeman; and by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Thanks to all the nurses and staff at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital for the TLC his last weeks, and to all his dear friends. He loved you all! He truly will be missed by all his friends.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 22, at Dokken-Nelson Sunset Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, P.O. Box 2472, Spokane, WA 99210; the Montana DAV; Gallatin Historical Society, 317 W. Main St., Bozeman, MT 59715; or to a charity of choice.

Arrangements are in the care of Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service; www.dokkennelson.com.

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May 10, 2010

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May 3, 2010

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April 29, 2010

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Cheryl Hinrichs

May 10, 2010

Carol - Bill and I just received a letter from Elaine regarding George's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You two had a wonderful life together - enjoyed traveling, fishing, biking etc. It was nice seeing you both in Polson several years ago- you look as young as ever! Thank goodness for memories to help us through these lonesome days. We will all miss him! Bill & Cheryl HInrichs - Fairfield, MT

Shele Seyl-Christoffersen

May 3, 2010

Dearest Carol, My thoughts have been with you. It does not really seem that long ago that we would go fishing and camping when I was a child. I am thankful for the memories and very greatful to have had you both in my life. Hugs and love to you!!


God Grant Me the SERENITY
to accept the size of fish I catch,
the COURAGE not to fib about it,
and the WISDOM to know that no one
would believe me anyway.

Sharon Boucher

April 29, 2010

God broke the mold when He made George. George had that unique talent of making you feel at ease and he never met a stranger. He had that broad smile and a twinkle in his eye and could visit about any subject. George and Carol (his loving true-blue life partner) were two peas in a pod and had a rare life commitment to each other.
Sharon Boucher (Billings, Mt.)

Elijah Corrigan

April 27, 2010

Aunt Carol, I just found out and wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear about Uncle George Passing!! I never had more fun fishing than I did with you and him! I have been thinking lately of that first Water-Skiing trip at Canyon Ferry, that was a total blast!!
My heartfelt condolences are with you. I'll miss him so much and I'll be thinking of you constantly!!
Always, Elijah Corrigan

Sean & Kristina Corrigan

April 27, 2010

Carol, We just heard about George today...glad Sean's mom thought to send us a copy of the program from his services. We love & miss you! Take care of yourself and give us a call sometime, we'd love to hear from you!

Sherri and Karl Byrand

April 22, 2010

April 22, 2010
Carol, George was the dearest man we have ever met, from the very first cup of tea he and you brewed for us that cold morning in Joshua Tree. He warmed our hearts that day as well, and continually renewed our spirits in so many ways. We loved every tour we ever took with him, every soak because of him, and we are indebted forever for his and your inspiring our move to Bozeman so long ago. He was the father we always wanted, and we were so lucky to have him our lives. Please know you always have a place with us, whether it be for two days, two years, or two decades, you are always welcome. We love you and George forever.

Bobby Hunt

April 22, 2010

Carol,
As we grieve at George's passing, we are filled with the wonderful memories of sharing time with you two. You and George taught us the pleasures of enjoying life...wow, we always had great fun...rain or shine! Whether the adventure was camping, fishing, water-skiing, motorcycling, touring in our Model-T, or just visiting, we treasured every minute with you two. As you mentioned, George and Dad (Big Bob Hunt) are probably out fishing...yes, yes they are.

All our love,
Bobby & Alice Hunt,
Betty Hunt,
Wendy Hunt Roselius

Terry & Lynn Groth

April 22, 2010

Carol & family,
We were very sorry to hear about George's passing. I meant him in 1965 when Carpenter's took me camping at Hebgen Lake. I have never met a more avid fisherman. I think he sweet talked the fish into his boat! I will miss his teasing, his smile and that crazy laugh. May your memories of all those good times outweigh your moments of grief this week. God bless.

Arnold Jacobs

April 22, 2010

Carol,our thought and prayers are with you. I think of George often as he sold me my first pair of ice skates when he worked at OK Hardware many years ago. The skates hang on the wall of my shop as a fond reminder of him. Our lives have crossed paths over the years, he will be missed. GOD BLESS...

Arn & Sandy Jacobs

Wendy & Joe (Seyl) Husar

April 21, 2010

Carol, Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you. George always made me smile. Hugs to you.

Mike & Barb Seyl

April 21, 2010

Carol: Oh how our hearts were aching when we got your phone call telling us about George. Then the memories came flooding back of all the motorcycle rides, picnics, fishing, camping trips & all the wonderful visits with you & George. Know that you are in our prayers. We love you!

April 21, 2010

Carol, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have very fond memories of the family get-togethers with you two and Aunt Mary & Uncle Hershel, George teaching me to ski when I was small and making me practice "kick-turns" in the front yard before we could leave for the hill ! I'm sure George will be missed by all those who knew him.
Mary (Dunahoo) Christiaens (Choteau MT)

April 21, 2010

Carol,
I am so sorry to hear about George. The world has truly lost a wonderful person.
I have so many great memories of the two of you when I was growing up...camping and especially both of your wonderful smiles!
Please know we are thinking about you.
Shanna Shields Arneson and Family

Diane Smith

April 21, 2010

Dear Carol, With tears and a heart that is breaking, I'm remembering George Mac as a good and thoughtful person, always there for us, whether we needed a warm hug, kind word or one of his great smiles. I hope he knew how much we loved him and still do....and you too. He will be missed but never forgotten.

Joyce Santos

April 21, 2010

So sorry to hear about George. He truly enjoyed life and people. You are in our thoughts Carol. Mel & Joyce Santos

Vernetta Williams

April 21, 2010

Carol, we wish to send our deepest sympathy for your great loss. George was a friend to so many and will be greatly missed. We love you.
Vernetta and family

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