George Christy Obituary
George H. Christy, 77, of Butler died Tuesday morning at Butler Memorial Hospital.
He was born Dec. 1, 1931, in the Lick Hill area of Butler, a son of the late William and Eva Quinaux Christy.
George worked at Agway in Butler for more than 29 years. Following that, he was a greeter at Lowes Home Improvement Center and the Butler Wal-Mart.
He enjoyed gardening, growing flowers and helping others.
A member of St. Paul Catholic Church in Butler, he served as an usher for 41 years. He was a life member of the Oneida Valley Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Mount Chestnut Senior Center, the AARP, the Butler Moose Lodge 64 and the Legion of the Moose, where he was the annual Santa Claus until he became ill. He also was a volunteer hospital and nursing home visitor for the Salvation Army.
Surviving are his wife, Betty Malinski Christy. They had married Oct. 3, 1959, and celebrated their golden anniversary last month. Also surviving are a daughter, Georgia Ann Dollman (Mrs. William); three grandchildren, Amanda and Shanna Dollman, both of Slippery Rock, and Aaron (Krystal) Dollman of Hilliards; a great-grandson, Benjamin Dollman; three sisters, Rose Kimmel of Butler, Lulu Belle (Eugene) Martin of Virginia and Linda Lou (Gregory) Grimm of York, Pa.; two brothers, James (Carol) Christy of Worthington and Thomas (Patty) Christy of Butler; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by three sisters, Ora May, Norma and Shirley; and two brothers, Paul and Eugene.
CHRISTY - Friends of George H. Christy, who died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Geibel Funeral Home, 201 E. Cunningham St., Butler. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Catholic Church, 128 N. McKean St., Butler. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Butler.
The St. Paul Guild and Christian Mothers will recite the rosary at 9:40 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Information also is available at www.geibelfuneralhome.com.
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NANCY FAIR
December 8, 2009
I AM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. WHEN YOU FACE YOUR LOVE ONE THAT PASSES AWAY REMEMBER THAT YOU WILL SEE THEM ONE DAY. THE SALVATION ARMY ALWAYS APRICIATED HIS DEDICATED SERVICE AND THE LORD WILL REWARD HIM. THE FAIR FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR SYMPATHY. WE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH.
Crystal & Family Huffman/Walker
December 3, 2009
Jim & Family,
I just learned of the news of your brothers passing, Please know your in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories left behind.
Don, Donna, Nicki, Donald, Denny Malinski
November 28, 2009
I always remembered Uncle George as my second father, the most caring, honest, hard working family man in my life. He never wanted he already had his family and friends. I always remember and think about staying with him and fishing and talking of good memories. We would sit for hours talking about him hoeing and finding arrow heads and looking at his collection of them from the past. We will always think of him his love and compassion for his family until we are together again. We will be thinking of you. I love you Uncle George.
Connie Codispot
November 28, 2009
I'll always remember George as a very kind, gentle person. Although I haven't seen him lately, I always felt I could depend on him for help if needed. George and Betty was a very big part of my wedding and made it very special for us. I will always appreciate their kindness and thoughtfulness, not only at that time, but throughout the time we were able to share with George.
Rest in peace, George. You deserve it.
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Bob Adams
November 27, 2009
He was gangly built and awkward looking, but in his prime he had the physical strength of two men. His career consisted of doing labor, and he worked harder than anyone I’ve ever known. But in this sad world, that career does not make you a lot of money. Instead the guy you work for gets it all.
His views and ideas about the world were, at times, a bit unorthodox, to be sure, but in his heart his thoughts were pure, his intentions always good.
George Christy was one of the most giving and loving men who ever lived. When I spoke of him to others, I told of how he was the only man I knew who would literally give you the shirt off his back, if asked, and expect nothing in return.
No, George was never had a lot of money, but his generosity was a match for any more famous philanthropist. And as he faced the final challenges of life, his quiet courage and humility came to the fore.
If giving all you can to help your neighbor is the key to gaining heaven, then surely George rests in peace and joy in the presence of God.
Larry & Anne Parenti
November 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 27, 2009
You have my deepest sympathy. George was a wonderful man.
Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers,
April @ Farmers National Bank
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