George Ark Tillson

George "Ark" Tillson Loving husband, father, grandfather Canandaigua - George Tillson, of Ferris Hills, passed away Nov. 12, 2009 at the House of John in Clifton Springs. He was 81. George was born in Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada. He earned a bachelor's degree from McGill University and received his master's in business administration from Indiana University. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict in military intelligence. He retired from Mobil Chemical Co. after many years there. George truly loved being outdoors and enjoyed skiing, mountain climbing and canoeing. He was a member of the Adirondack Mountain Club as well as the Appalachian Mountain Club. Later in life, he developed a passion for running. As a member of the Greater Rochester Track Club, he competed weekly in races and ran in many marathons. George was an avid numismatist and philatelist. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Marsha Tillson; two children, Tom (Ellen) Tillson and Pauline (Brandon) Kennedy; six grandchildren, Alix, Jeffrey, Jacob, Madison, Hannah and Cecilia; two sisters, Nancy Tillson and Joene Tennent of Canada; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will begin Saturday, November 21, at 10 a.m. at Fuller Funeral Home, 190 Buffalo St., Canandaigua. In lieu of flowers, a contribution in George's name may be made to House of John, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs, N.Y. 14432; or a charity of the donor's choice. To share a memory or express condolences on line please visit www.fullerfh.com.