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George William HELLOW
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HELLOW, George William
May 6, 1936 – December 17, 2014
Passed away peacefully at Metropolitan Hospital at the age of 78 years old. Comforted by his family, George has begun his journey to the next big show. Father of Rosanne Hellow, Jami Slawick, Michael Hellow, Laurie Wayne and husband Donald Wayne, Melissa Collins and Joseph Collins and the late daughter Roxanne Hellow. Survived by sister Donna Theodore (late husband Armand, 2005). George was the owner of Polaris Productions & Recording Studio in Windsor Ontario for 45 years. He served as president of IATSI for many years and will always be remembered by the Arts and Entertainment industry in the Windsor and Detroit area. George touched many lives and opened the world of music to youth and many organizations in both Windsor and Detroit. He will be missed by many good friends whose life he touched daily and you all know who you are! The family would like to invite friends to celebrate Georges life at a Catholic Mass on December 22, 2014 at St Sharbel Church at 31601 Schoenherr Rd, Warren Michigan USA 48088 (586-826-9688). In State Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at the church and Mass to be held at 10:00 a.m. followed by a lunch-in for friends and family in church hall at 11:15 a..m RSVP if attending lunch-in 313-702-8655. We would also like to invite everyone to a tribute for George Hellow. His friends and production team from Polaris Recording Studio would like to invite you to attend a celebration on January 11, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. at the Old Walkerville theatre located at 564 Wyandotte Street East, Windsor, ON N9A 3L3, (519) 253-2929. Please visit the official George Hellow Tribute Facebook page www.facebook.com/thegeorgehellow to obtain more info on the upcoming memorial concert. NOW BOOKING ENTERTAINMENT contact 519-973-4944 Polaris Recording Studios. Arrangements entrusted to
Cremation Services of Windsor
519-735-3097
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36 Entries
Joe Hellow
May 21, 2021
I miss you every day, the time we shared will stay carved in my ❤, forever to the moon.
Frank Marchio
December 28, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Frank Marchio
December 25, 2014
Best Friend for over 50 years. Many times when our contacts were separated for periods of time, George was always there. Just like a brother to me. Played in his band at the hottest club in Detroit... The Circus Lounge.1962, and Pancho Villa (after hours) Many, many hours at the studio and sessions.. George worked and worked, and he was hard to keep up with. I know Joey will carry on at Polaris ,with hard work as he was taught by his dad. The best to Clare, Joey, and Melissa, and Jamie,Rose,Mike and Lori. George had more contacts and friends than anyone I know. George touched the lives of many, many people, and he will be missed by many,many people.
tom chaplin
December 23, 2014
recorded our first 45 in hustler at polaris studios.Great memories. Tom simon glen and charlie the former hustler band.
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Khloe Collins
December 22, 2014
To my jeddu I miss you and love you with all my heart Khloe
Jay "Jael" Thomson
December 22, 2014
You will be missed.
rick janusas
December 21, 2014
straight up solid guy till the end
they don't make them like that anymore
another oldie but a goodie
christine dubois
December 21, 2014
Christine DuBois
December 21, 2014
an oldie but a goodie
christine dubois
December 21, 2014
December 21, 2014
I will miss you uncle. You are my one and only cool uncle. I am so blessed that I got to see you a few weeks ago, I believe that was for a reason. You always made me laugh and I always admired your view on life and things. The only regret I have is that I did not spend more time with you. You are an awesome man and I hope you can give a big hug to your brother, my dad. Love you Uncle, rest in peace. Your niece, Cris, oh and I need to mention when I got a new man in my life, I always wanted him to meet you for your approval, he misses you too.
Windsor Symphony Orchestra
December 21, 2014
Condolences to your family and to the musician family for whom George did so much. George worked sound for the WSO for many years - we all grieve his loss.
john jnapp
December 21, 2014
I'm so glad we got see each other last year, the last thing you said to me was I inspired you to get back to playing RIP George, will miss you
December 21, 2014
The world will be a colder place without you although we just got back in touch it was like we never parted
Sal&Lu Girgenti
December 20, 2014
My deepest condolences to George's friends , family and all the musicians whose lives he touched.
Claudette Pinard, Windsor
News/Swen Spooner
December 20, 2014
George more then touched my life, he helped direct my future. George beleived in me and my abilites and opened a door to my future. Working with George at Mr. F's would be the start of many chapters in my life. Getting to know his family and feeling like part of the family. The place where I would meet my beautiful future wife Karen, now of almost 26 years. Which of course led to our son Jon now 24. Years of Soccer, football, laughs & cries. Best years of my life. None of this happens if I don't meet George. Amazing when you think about it, your whole life changes because of one person you have met. You will be missed deeply George, but I will always be grateful for your beleif in me and for opening the door to my future. RIP.
Linda Hellow
December 20, 2014
My Uncle George was an awesome man and I loved him very much. We will all miss him terribly. I am so glad I got to spend some time with him just a few weeks ago.
At Ike's 12-05-14
December 20, 2014
Douglas Down
December 20, 2014
My condolences to George's family on his passing. I had the pleasure of working with George many times. I know he'll be sadly missed by all that knew and worked with him. May God bless him and his family in their time of sorrow.
Dwayne O'Neil
December 19, 2014
The good don't always die young, but the world is noticeably emptier without them. Thanks for the memories, Georgie...take a break from the soundboard and enjoy the show.
Judy Gould
December 19, 2014
My sympathy to George's family and friends. One of the kindest, most generous, and humble hearts I've ever met has left us. He was always a wise and good advisor. Be at peace, George, so many love you.
Larry Pohjola
December 19, 2014
Peace, my old friend.
December 19, 2014
I will always love you Georgie and have our 2 beautiful children to always remind me of you luv you Claire
In front of studio
Joe Quinlan
December 19, 2014
George was a pillar for creativity and fairness in Windsor's Entertainment community. Let us all remember what we were taught. Let's honour George and his memory. "As long as 1 person on earth remembers you .. it's Not over"
Joe Cardinal
December 19, 2014
I loved George with all my heart. I spent years with him smoking cigars and recording, going out for breakfast and solving all the worlds problems. He was truly my best friend. I learned so much from him. I haven't stopped thinking about him for the past couple of days. I hope he is in a better place now, he will truly be missed and never forgotten.
Vito Joseph
December 19, 2014
I met George a few years ago, after I had dropped out of university to begin pursuing music. He was very friendly and down to earth man. He kind of reminded me of my late grandfather. He was very open, honest and full of knowledge. I am happy that he took me into his studio and taught me how it worked. I will never forget the things that I learned from him. Not only was he a great mentor but i feel like he kept some curiosity as well, even in his old age. He will be remembered and missed by many people, and I owe him a lot. Thanks George.
Paul Bonventre
December 19, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with George for several years and just hanging out at Polaris. You will be missed my friend.
December 19, 2014
Spent many many hours and all nighters in sessions together. Always a gentleman, George will be missed by the many hearts of people that he helped to shine.My deepest condolences to all. Love you forever brother.
Tammy & Jean Paul Belanger
December 19, 2014
Our deepest sympathies to Joey & Melissa, Claire the the Hellow Family. All are in our thoughts and prayers. George was a very good man and the world has lost a real treasure.
All our Love,
brother in law Jean Paul & Tammy Belanger
He'll sure be entertaining all the Angels on the clouds..........RIP George.
Stacy heydon
December 19, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with George at his Polaris Studios in Windsor Canada. George was a caring man, and a class act. Thanks for the memories and all that you have done for everyone that you have helped in the arts, including me!
Lanny Critchlow
December 19, 2014
I think of all the hours we spent behind the boards both in the studio and on stage. George introduced me to so many famous people and I wish to thank him for that. Hugs my friend.
Wayne Miller
December 19, 2014
My condolences to all of Georges family at this sad time.From the Miller family here in Ottawa. His memory for all that he did for us and were part of his musical family we will be eternally greatful.RIP
Kevin Hollister
December 19, 2014
A great man has come and gone and he will be missed. It was a pleasure to know you and work with you and to be your friend George
On stage at Shrek
Christopher Fry
December 19, 2014
Condolences to your family. I had the pleasure of calling sound cues for George during the recent run of Shrek. He will be missed.
Roger Moore
December 19, 2014
George you will be sadly missed you have the magic touch when it came to music/sound. I am sure the heavens will enjoy your talent!!
God Bless
Roger Moore
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