Calvin Benjamin George

Calvin Benjamin George obituary

Calvin Benjamin George

Calvin George Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc. from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2025.

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Mr. Calvin George, 90, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, departed this life on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Carnegie West Nursing Home in Pittsburgh, PA.

Calvin was born on January 4, 1935, in Large, PA. He was the son of the late Albert Benjamin and Anna Louise Every George. He was a graduate of Clairton High School. Calvin was the first African American milkman at Menzie Dairy in McKeesport. He was employed for many years at Schneider Dairy Company, and he retired from that company in 1994. Calvin was active in community and political affairs in Duquesne and also active in youth programs for many years. He had a strong affection for young people and advised them when needed.

Calvin was a life-long member of First AME Church of Clairton, and he loved his church. He, along with several church members, was responsible for remodeling the church and also fundraising for the church. Calvin never hesitated to help anyone in need. He had a very generous spirit. He enjoyed travelling and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, daughters, Terri Sayles and LaRue George, sisters, Doris Washington, Lily Austin, Gladys Keith, and Eva Robinson, brothers, Albert George, Earl George, and Jimmy George.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Barbara George; son, Calvin George; and brother, Herbert George (Susan) of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Brandon George (Katie), Juan George, Patrick George, Jamie Demery, Kealoha Demery, Monique Demery, Correal Demery, Leona Morris, and other great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

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