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GEORGE B. TYDINGS Age 54, a lifelong resident of West Palm Beach passed away May 5, 2008 after a courageous 14 year battle with cancer. George attended Palm Beach High School. George was one of Palm Beach County's all time great baseball players; he played American Legion baseball for Palm Beach Post 12 and signed a professional contract with the Atlanta Braves in 1972. He will be remembered for his strength and courage, his captivating smile, and his curveball. George is survived by sons Greg Tydings of Melbourne, FL; Kris Tydings of Tampa, FL; and Sean Crooks of Port St. Lucie, FL; daughter Toi Stauffer (Ron) of Jupiter; grandchildren Seaton and Saylor Spall of Jupiter; father William and step mom Joann Tydings of Silver Springs, FL; mother Lenora Reamsnyder of Stuart, FL; brother Patrick Phillips of Royal Palm Beach; sisters Cheryl English, Alison Kopp (Ken) both of Franklin, NC; Terry Tydings of Silver Springs, FL; Candy Doherty (Pat) of Loveland, CO; Susan Rivera of Stuart, FL; and Cyndie Reamsnyder of Tucson, AZ; long time companion D'Arcy Ries of Wellington; aunts, uncles, numerous nieces and nephews and extended family and friends. The family will receive friends from 9-11AM at Mizell Faville Zern Funeral Home 6411 Parker Ave., on Thursday, May 8, 2008. A service led by Rev. Sherman Dibble will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Jerri Scott
May 14, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. My brother, Terry Miles, also played ball at McArthur Park with George and Glen for VFW. George was always the star.
Tommy and Jerri Scott
Gretchen Everman
May 11, 2008
To the family of George,
We are so sorry for your loss. My husband, Steve is family to the children and we have many fond memories of all of you. I remember George playing at McArthur field too. My brother, Billy Doane, played with George and Glenn, no one played as well as George. He was a Natural!
It has been many years since we have seen George, but have kept up with him through family. He will be missed many. May God help all of you get through this most difficult time. We hold you in our hearts and prayers.
With love,
Gretchen & Steve Everman
Linda Preniczky - Switzer
May 8, 2008
Having memories of going to Military trail Elmentary School with George and watching him play baseball at McArthur Park with friends many years ago. So very sorry for your loss.
Higgins Family
May 7, 2008
Toi, Kris and Family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father..May God be with you all during this difficult time.
Linda & Fred Pearson
May 7, 2008
George's smile and quick wit will never be forgotten. We shared some great times...he will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...may your fond memories bring you comfort.
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