Donald George Obituary
Born July 27, 1936, in Mexico, Missouri, Donald was the son of Howard and Clarice George. A naturally curious and gifted tinkerer, he had a lifelong passion for understanding how things work. Whether he was taking apart computers, fixing electronics, or helping someone with a project, Donald approached everything with patience, precision, and a deep desire to learn.
He worked for many years as an electrical technician at the University of Missouri, where his skills and dedication were valued by all who knew him. Outside of work, Donald was an avid reader, a devoted family man, and someone who never hesitated to lend a helping hand to others.
Donald was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and was an example of faithful living.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Darrell George; and his sister, Anna Thomas.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Rita George; sons Joseph (Shannon) Bates and Steven (Mary) Bates; brothers Larry (Karen) George and Lindell (Dee) George; grandchildren Neila, Chance, Levi, and Austin; and great-granddaughter Ruth Elizabeth. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and cherished friends who will remember his warmth, kindness, and quiet wisdom.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, located at 904 Old 63 South, Columbia, Missouri. Graveside services will follow at Fayette City Cemetery in Fayette, Missouri.
Donald will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Memorial contributions are suggested to PBS by the following link: https://kmos.pledgecart.org/home?campaign=6F51FA10-ECFB-44A4-89A7-CD820D397EA2&source=
Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-Millard Funeral Service & Crematory, 12 East Ash Street, Columbia, MO 65203 (573) 449-4153. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com
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Larry George
May 31, 2025
Donald was a very good Brother. I have many fond memories of him. I will state a few of them. He loved to tinker with radios to try to expand the distance he could receive a station. Like the time he had me help him with a project of adding a long antenae. I stayed on the ground while he climbed a a 60 foot tree to attach a long wite (antenae). Another time he was teaching me to drive. I ran off the road an Do got the car back on the road by using his strength to pry the car back on the road with a tree branch. My fondest memory is when I was in bed with rhematic fever and he fixed my breakfast every. I loved him very much and will miss him.
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