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George Robert Neilans, 71, of Lynchburg, passed away on Sunday, May 23, 2021, at Lynchburg General Hospital, surrounded by family.
Born in 1950 to the late Charles and Alberta Neilans, George grew up in Albion, New York. He married his high school sweetheart, Rebecca Sue Neilans, in 1972 and graduated from Alfred University the following year with a B.S. in ceramic engineering. For many years, George worked in brick manufacturing, running plants in Pennsylvania, Alabama, and finally, Virginia.
George's favorite pastimes included woodworking and home improvement, and he frequently donated his time and skills to help family, friends, and those in need. He also enjoyed travelling, volunteering with his church, and telling tall tales.
Above all else though, George loved his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Becky; three children, Sarah Ambryn Koegel and her husband, Christopher, Daniel Aaron Neilans and his wife, Shelly, and Luke Archer Neilans and his wife, Angela; seven grandchildren, Connor Koegel, John Koegel, Victoria Neilans, Constance Neilans, Matthew Easley, Adelaide Neilans, and Lillian Neilans; and five siblings, Fae Woodworth and her husband, Alan, Roy Neilans and his wife, Joanne, Charles Neilans, Scott Neilans and his wife, Kerri, and Bruce Neilans and his wife, Lisa, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. George was predeceased by his grandson, Emmett Neilans.
He will be missed by all who knew him.
A memorial service and celebration of George's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at Timberlake United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in George's memory to Timberlake United Methodist Church.
To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.whittentimberlake.com.
Whitten Timberlake Chapel is serving the family, (434) 239-0331.
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Larry & Sue
May 22, 2022
Hard to believe that our Georgie has been gone a year. We miss him and his great wry humor.
Larry & Sue Spencer
June 2, 2021
Hard to believe that our dear friend has moved on to Glory. Our thoughts and prayers are with Becky and George's entire family.
Linda Kennon
May 28, 2021
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. I enjoyed working with George at kroger.a very nice man .God Bless Your Family.
Teresa Hailey
May 28, 2021
Becky, I´m so sorry to hear about your husband´s passing. Wishing you and your family peace and lovely memories.
Wiley and Dianne Nash
May 27, 2021
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. May God give you comfort and healing during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.
Dianne and Wiley Nash
Susan Jones
May 27, 2021
Dear Becky, you and your family are in my prayers. I have heard you remark that "George is a saint", and from what I knew of him you were exactly right. Such a wonderful, dedicated husband and father taken from us too soon. You two were a perfect couple. May God give you comfort and strength, and may precious memories soon replace pain. Love you, Susan
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