George Leslie Logan

George Leslie Logan, Jr. passed away on January 2, 2026, after a brief illness. He was 88 years old.

Born in Syracuse, New York, George spent his childhood in Wethersfield, Connecticut, where he attended Wethersfield High School. After graduation, he went on to the University of Connecticut, where he deepened a lifelong love for the written word while majoring in English literature. In his early career, George traveled throughout the Northeast and Midwest installing over 80 pipe organs for Austin Organs, an experience that reflected his deep connection to music.

In 1972, George met his wife, Susan, while working as an agent for John Hancock Insurance. The couple moved to Atlanta in 1975 and married the following year. After a period of living in Florida, they settled in Marietta in 1981. George spent many years as an insurance agent with John Hancock and later MassMutual before launching Hallmark Homes, a private mobile home brokerage. He later transitioned into residential and commercial real estate, where he remained active for many years.

Music was one of George's greatest passions, particularly classical music. A gifted bass-baritone, he sang with several choral ensembles, including the Collegium Vocal, the Cherokee Chorale, and the Michael O'Neil Singers. He was also a devoted member of his church choirs and praise team. Singing brought him profound joy, and he could often be heard humming to himself or practicing at the piano. In his later years, George also took up beekeeping, feeling called to help sustain the pollinator population, and delighted in sharing jars of his honey with friends and neighbors.

George is preceded in death by his parents George Logan, Sr. and Laura Logan, as well as brother David. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Susan; his daughter, Kate Pearson (Ben) and his grandchildren, Andrew and Eleanor; his brother, Bob Logan (John); sisters Wendy Logan, Leslie Golas (Len), as well as many nieces and nephews.

He will be remembered for his kind heart, deep love of learning, Braves baseball, and thoughtful conversation. He delighted in sharing lectures on everything from the intricacies of Greg Maddux's pitching career to obscure historical facts or the linguistic roots of a particular phrase. His family will miss his curiosity, mischievous sense of humor, and the warmth he brought into every room, along with his quiet determination to brighten the day of everyone he met.

A memorial service will be held at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection on March 14, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Metro Atlanta Beekeepers Association or Lutheran Ministries of Georgia.