Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Chester George Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Chester George
Valerie Johnson
May 5, 2023
David Ruffin
July 28, 2019
You'll be missed Buddy
GAIL DUARTE
April 9, 2012
Hey Buddy, I still cannot believe you are not here with us any longer, but i know you are having a grand ole time 'Up There'. It was wonderful seeing all of your family and many friends who truely cared for you, come to see you the rest of the way 'Home'. Whenever i go to Newport, I will remember the day You, Bobby Hill, Auntie Barbara and I spent the day there. What fun we had that day!! Well from one 'partner' to another 'partner', your favorite name for your family and friends.... REST IN PEACE. You will be missed always in all ways.
B~
April 9, 2012
A soldier has "FALLEN"! "Buddy was a fighter and a leader for the people of South Providence."GOD" will say to him, job well done my "SON"! Thank You "Buddy George" for all that you did for the communities! R.I.P. "MY BROTHER"!
Beverly Pearson and Family
April 9, 2012
Sending heartfelt condolence to the George Family! Buddy George,was a pioneer in his work for the people of providence and I'm one of those people who he helped.He was also a humanitarian who cared about people,who took the time out to help all communities especially south providence in getting jobs keeping young people out of trouble.The dropping center comes to mind with the "UPSETTERS" and "Bobby Williams" drilling the team.Buddy did so much for people, he was like a second "FATHER" who made a way out of no way for his people.Thank You "Buddy George" for being the caring person you were,you will truely be missed but never "Forgotten"!Your "GOOD DEEDS" will live on,you shall live because many will speak your "NAME"! R.I.P. "Buddy"!!
Regina Curry-Brooks
April 5, 2012
Thank you Buddy George for keeping black history alive... You will be missed! Especially when I pass by the Indianl Council building on Broad Street where we both had worked and shared your amazing pictures of history...
Ben Barros
April 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most difficult time. I have many, many fond memories of my friend "Buddy" when we were just young kids on North Main St. in Providence May your memories bring you comfort. With sincere sympathy.
We Share The Same River Of Life ......For ALL TIME
Mark Garedo
April 3, 2012
Thank You Buddy George !!! For Your Being and For Being In My Life !!!
Tom Dyer
April 2, 2012
I met Buddy George through my mother, Fay Dyer. They worked together towards the greater good and to help the South Providence community and people - regardless of color, religion, etc. Buddy was a leader without a title - he found ways to engage, challenge, nuture, and promote young people to develop into future leaders. There are few individuals in this life that truly touch somewhere deep inside to motivate others. Buddy George was one of them. He recognized the talent of others and acknowledged it. Condolences to family and friends. I will keep Buddy's energy and memory in my heart. Sincerely.
Georgianna L. Martins- Parker
April 2, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Penny Gamble- Williams
April 2, 2012
I will always remember my cousin Buddy and think about how dedicated he was to the young, the elderly and everyone in between. You gave so much and helped so many. That left a lasting impression on me and made me proud to be your cousin. You were blessed by the Great Spirit and I know that you will continue to help from the other side. Rest in Peace.With much Respect and Love.....Penny
Theresa Wilson
April 2, 2012
Thanks for what u did for your community, Buddy George.
Robin Bellows
April 1, 2012
Auntie Barbara,
I was so sorry to hear about Buddy's passing. I am also sorry that it took me so long to write to you. Gail told me how strong you were through everything. Thank you for being such a great person and if you need anything you have my number.
Love you.
Robin and Vincent Bellows
Lamont. Junior Wilson
April 1, 2012
I like to say I was also bless by Chester Buddy George you will never be forgotten.condolences to the family.
Lamont. Junior Wilson
April 1, 2012
May I say Buddy George you also was a blessing in my life and for that I will always remember u and love u God bless. My condolence to the family
March 31, 2012
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Chester "Buddy" George. He was a great friend and musician who will never be forgotten.
Eddie "Prof" Coates and Jean Coates
(FL).
Rick Santos & Family
March 31, 2012
My wife Suzy and I send our deepest sympathy to Buddy's Family.
Buddy was the "KING" of South Side. He was the "go to" man; the main man who could get things done with a camera and a smile.
I can remember as a kid and teen, he took me and several others on many bus trips to Mass, Conn, N.Y. etc. He even took us out of town to the Job Corps where our Drop-In-Center basketball team played against theirs. He taught kids to play the bongos, drums and step-dancing. He did everything to keep kids off the street. Buddy was involved in the Fact-Finding Committee and many others and was instrumental in setting up free-live concerts and activities in the Roger Williams Project field and the Afro Arts Center. We saw such fine artists as Curtis Mayfield, the Dramatics, Chicago, Earth, Wind & Fire etc.
Buddy was a blessing to all and will be sorely missed. I'm sure the Heavens just got a whole lot brighter with Buddy flashing his smile and camera and taking hundreds of pictures.
RIP Buddy! Were sure gonna miss you...
Margaret & Julia Santos and Familly
March 31, 2012
To Buddy's Family.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. May God be with all of you in your time of need. Our families knew each other on the good ole East Side days.
Buddy was a great guy and I'm sure everyone will remember him for all the good he did for the kids on the South Side. He made sure they stay out of trouble by getting them involved with after school activities, basketball, teaching them musical instruments and dances. Many lives were saved and touched because of Buddy.
I worked with Buddy at Progress for Providence and the Edna Frazier Bldg. He was an outreach worker, an activist and served on many committees; where ever he saw an injustice, he set out to amend it. Buddy was known for researching his facts, carrying his camera and having a zillion pictures to commemorate all the many, many activities he was involved with.
We will all miss Buddy's big caring heart and his famous smile which could lighten up a room. May Buddy's sweet soul rest in peace.
shirley brame
March 31, 2012
To my neice Charlotte be grateful for all the time you spent with your dad he was always there for you.He was a good man always taking care of his own in the community. Whatever u needed buddy had it either in his trunk or at his house he will be greatly missed
necee thompson
March 31, 2012
Buddy u will never be gone your legacy will live on through your daughter and your grandkids
charlotte holley
March 31, 2012
Daddy thank you for 31 years whether good or bad you were always there.I thank you for teaching me things that books could not you taught me to be both streetsmart as well as booksmart.because of you I was able to meet different types of people experience different cultures and see how other people lived outside of southprovidence. I will miss those weekend rides to Newport,Maine and all the other wonderful places you took me to as a child I got to see places that most people from South Providence never get a chance too see. You gave me a chance to meet so many different influential people. You made me proud to be who I am today. So thank you daddy I have peace knowing that you can finally rest now. To everyone who has posted a heartfelt comment on this page about my father my family and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts thank you.
june weeden
March 31, 2012
my prayers to the family for thier koss i will mtss buddy he was adear friend living in south providence on blackstone steet with in the sixtes he fourt for justice during the riots help with the chidren the growth of the shopping center and many anti poverty programs most of all i missed him goming to newport with his trio playing at the viking hotel he would alwats stop to see me may he rest in peace god bless
soleil holley
March 31, 2012
To my grandpa buddy I'm sorry I don't have the chance to get to know you better I love u and I'm gonna miss u
Donna johnson
March 31, 2012
Uncle buddy u will be missed you always had something going on for the youths of south Providence to my cousin Charlotte be strong baby girl you dad was a wonderful man who was a inspiration to many take care of those grandbabys and always tell them what a wonderful man your dad was he was always so proud of you.
March 31, 2012
My condolences to the family. God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Patricia B. Smith (Cranston, RI)
Inetta Freeman
March 31, 2012
Sorry for your lost, he will be greatly missed. Love and Prayers.
Bert "Bubbie" Wallace
March 30, 2012
A cousin, who was closer than a brother. Rest in peace Buddy, our work continues on...
Lauri Heard
March 30, 2012
My condolences to the George family. I met buddy while working for the Health Centers. He worked there for years! RIP Buddy George. Im saddened to see no Health Center Representative expressed sympathy on this page. Give his son jr and the rest of the family strength through this tough time. Lauri Heard
Alice Negron
March 30, 2012
My condolences to my nephew Chester Clayton George Jr on the passing of your father. Just know he was a great man and friend to so many people in need, he did allot for his community, and you should be proud to carry his name... For I know he was proud of you!
Doris Hill
March 30, 2012
The George Family,
Sorry to hear about your lost and my prays go out to your family and other that know him for such a long time . Central High School luminous will always remember his laughter and advise that he given all of us..
Jane Garmon
March 30, 2012
Thank you, Buddy, for being such a positive role model and influence in my early teen years. I've never forgotten your kindness and generosity. Rest in peace.
Gail Lucas Silva
March 30, 2012
Well, another piece of the South Providence fabric has been removed. As my memory serves me, Buddy George was truly a caring person. As I read the comments in this guest book, the common thread seems to be how wonderful a person he was. I ditto this opinion. There are very few men (that were of my era) that I could personally say was a “Gentleman” … in my experience, Buddy George was.
So, South Providence is minus one more of its icons! Here's hoping that there is a huge celebration of his life somewhere down the road. With all the contributions he made to the folks in South Providence, surely there should be some recognition for “Buddy George” please!
Perhaps a street named after him or something that will live on long after us old timers passes on.
I believe Buddy has a huge pictorial record of South Providence …from back in the day. He always seemed to have a camera in his possession. Hopefully, a book of his many pictures [taken] could be put together in his memory. His family could setup a college fund from the proceeds, or contribute to some worthy cause via the Urban League of Rhode Island or the NAACP.
If it is true that we will meet up with those who have gone on before us, Buddy will be meeting up with tons of his East Side, West Side, East Providence, family and friends. I hope my brother; Gilmore Lucas will be among the welcoming group.
To all of Buddy George' family, I send my deepest of deepest sympathy.
JUANITA,VINCENT, VALERIE, RICHARD, KEVIN, KEITH, MAUREEN, TRACEY, NICOLE SEBASTIAN
March 30, 2012
OUR CONDOLENCES ARE WITH THE GEORGE FAMILY DURING THIS TIME. (AUNT) BARBARA WE LOVE YOU ALWAYS YOU WERE OUR MOM'S BEST FRIEND AND YOU ARE OURS TILL THIS DAY WE LOVE YOU. WE JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT BUDDY WAS A MAN OF HONOR, RESPECT, AND INTEGRITY AND HE LOVED ALL. WE GREW UP WITH BUDDY IN OUR LIVES DAILY HE WAS OUR MOTHER DELORES, AND OUR UNCLE TED SAILOR'S BEST FRIEND. UNLE BUDDY AS WE CALLED HIM WAS THE BEST HE WAS ALWAYS CONCERNED FOR ALL OF THE CHILDREN FROM SOUTH PROVIDENCE AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS. HE ALWAYS INVOLVED US IN EVERYTHING HE DID. WE WERE ON THE STEP TEAM, IMVOLVED IN THE ORIGINAL FACT FINDING COMMITEE AND WE WERE IN SEVERAL MARCHES ALONG WITH HIM. WE REALLY ENJOYED THE DROP IN CENTER ON PRAIRRIE AVE WHERE BUDDY GOT EVERYONE TOGETHER AND WE DID ALL SORTS OF STUFF HE KEPT US BUSY. BUDDY KEPT THE MARJORITY OF THE CHILDREN IN CHECK HE WAS THE ONLY ONE WHO WE ALL SEEMED TO LISTEN TO AND THE ONLY ONE WHO WANTED NOTHING BUT THE BEST FOR US ALL. BUDDY WE LOVE YOU AND THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR US NOT ONLY AS CHILDREN BUT AS THE ADULTS WE ARE TODAY. THANK YOU LORD FOR THIS ANGEL IN OUR LIVES. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. YOU OR YOUR WORKS WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN YOU WILL LIVE ON ALWAYS YOU ARE A LEGEND.
millie
March 30, 2012
Buddy you will be missed by your son Chester c george jr age 17., Aaron,lil millie, angie,vickie and my granchildren that love you so very much princess,honey,sugar,linda and me as you always called me your partner. i will always cherish the time we spent together and in your last month of life i am console by knowing that i was there every moment. i love you.
millie
March 30, 2012
Buddy. you will be sincerely missed by you son Chester c George, jr, 17 yrs old, arron, millie, vickie and angie. and your Partner as you called me Millie also princess and honey sugar and linda my grand children who love you. i though you would be arround longer but i am grateful for the time we shared. RIP my Partner, my friend.
MILLIE
March 30, 2012
Chester Buddy George GOD BLESS YOU. YOU WILL BE MISS BY YOUR SON CHESTER C. GEORGE HE IS A WONDERFUL 17 YEAR OLD YOUNG MAN YOU WHERE MY MOTHERS BEST FRIEND WE ALL LOVE AND MISS YOU GOD BLESS LOVE ALWAYS LITTLE MILLIE
Tony Affigne
March 30, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all of Buddy's family and friends. He was one of a kind, and will be missed. My best memory of Buddy is my first; when Black, Latino, and Asian American students took over Brown's administration building in 1975, protesting Brown's plan to roll back minority student admissions and financial aid, Buddy somehow found us at a late night meeting on campus. He came to offer his support and (of course) pledged the support of the entire Black community in Providence! We've been friends ever since. Thank you, Mr. George, for your lifetime of activism and dedication to the people. RIP, my friend.
Vivian (Punkin McLeod) Nichols
March 30, 2012
"Fall In" whether on the bus, cleaning up a vacant lot, going to a parade, swimming in Lincoln Woods. . .Buddy was there, laughing, encouraging and guiding us. Even when chastising us for picking on another kid, Buddy had a smile. He didn't allow bullying, made us learn how to look out for each other. Didn't buy into the Southside vs. Eastside or Westside bull. Buddy was a friend to all. A legend and icon. May your spirit live on forever!
JEANETTE & JOHN PARIS
March 30, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kerri L. Duarte
March 30, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cynthia Mills
March 30, 2012
Buddy was one of the kindest and most endearing men the good Lord put on this earth. I remember his leadership qualities with extreme fondness. May God bless his family in this time of sorrow. His loss is felt by all the hundreds of lives he touched. Gone but never forgotten. R.I.P Buddy.
GEORGE T SMITH JR
March 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JUANITA (NAFEEZAH) SEBASTIAN (SHABAZZ)
March 30, 2012
I AM GONNA MISS MY GODFATHER, I WAS B;ESSED TO HAVE (BUDDY) AS MY GODFATHER HE WAS THE BEST GODFATHER ONE COULD HAVE. HE TOOK ME EVERYWHERE WHEN I WAS A CHILD AND WE DID SO MUCH STUFF, BUDDY WAS INVOLVED IN EVERYTHING AND IF YOU EVERY NEEDED SOME PICTURES OF YOUR FAMILY HE HAD THEM. RIP GODFATHER I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER AND YOU WILL LIVE ON IN THE CITY OF PROVIDENCE AND MANY OTHER CITIES, YOU ARE A LEGEND AND A LEGACY TO THE CITY AND TO MANY PEOPLE. YOU ARE KNOWN FROM FAR TO NEAR AND YOUR SPIRIT WILL LIVE ON. YOU HAVE HELPED OUT SO MANY FAMILIES AND WERE INVOLVED WITH ALL THE NEIGBORHOODS AND MOST OF ALL THE STEP TEAM. YOU WILL BE MISSED I LOVE YOU ALWAYS YOUR GODDAUGHTER JUANITA SEBASTIAN (AKA) NAFEEZAH SHABAZZ.
John Gibbs
March 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ron aka spanky wilson
March 30, 2012
Buddy George, you will truly be miss. your pictures will live forever and memories of all you did for the community. Me growing up only down the street from the Drop In center meant I got to hang out alot seeing you do what you do. There a saying it take a village to raise a family. You was that village becasue you help raise and keep alot of family out of trouble , with marching, and drum corp. and party and all that you did. God must of need you home to keep up the good work you did on earth. Rest In Peace. Buddy George. words cant say how folks feel of your passing but know how you change my life and others. The Mayor of South Providence.
Jackie Russell
March 30, 2012
To a very special man, that was our community and overseer of all the children growing up on southside, and father to alot of childrens coming up and a giving man, finding things for us to do in the community that kept alot of them out of trouble and was there if you got into trouble and help mold us, and I'm grateful and humbled by it.So to Chester(Buddy George) much love and R.I.P
A Sharp
March 30, 2012
Uncle i have nothing but the best memories of you. It hurts that you are no longer with us. When you were around we couldnt do anything but smile especially with that camera always in your hands..Ily and may you rest in peace.
Johnny Edwards
March 29, 2012
To the Family of Buddy George my heart goes out to all of ya'll I'm very very sorry for your loss. I knew Buddy for 30 yrs and he was a pretty kool kat and musician. God Bless you all. Johnny Edwards (Guitarist)
Linda DiCecco
March 29, 2012
In memory of a man who shared his gifts of music and community-building with all of us... you reached out to so many and we were better for knowing you.
DePina Family Snead Family Ellerbe Family
March 29, 2012
very sorry for your loss, he was a fine man he will never be forgotten, we will miss him , my prayers are with u and your family.
David ( Itchy ) Jennings
March 29, 2012
What can you say about a legend! It's beyond words. I will rep the East Side because you touched folks from every side of town and we will all love and miss you. Lastly Buddy, I ain't never met anyone who has so many pictures and if they could talk, what a story to be told!! R.I.P. Buddy, but you'll never truly be gone.
VALERIE CLEMENT
March 29, 2012
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF BUDDY GEORGE. I Belong to the fact finding comm,for 54years he just gave me a new card last year, I just lol, he was a Influenced on all of us,We Will Miss Him,But Won't For Get Him.much love REST IN PEACE
Jeanne Gibbs Ferrell
March 29, 2012
My Deepest sympathy to the family of Buddy George. A Life well lived in bringing joy to so many. RIP
March 29, 2012
Very sorry for your loss we send our condolences R.I.P Buddy you will be missed......Jones Family
March 29, 2012
Wow! Buddy is gone. Another person who made a difference in my life and the lives of many. He was a stable force in the black community. He had our history on pictures. He was a friend, a musician, and someone who always had an encouraging word. He paved the way for me and others. He now joints that blessed place where we all hope we find rest. Love you bro...RIP
Harry potter
NEPHEW NORMAN
March 29, 2012
UNCLE BUDDY YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU U WERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN WE NEEDED YOU "REST IN PEACE"
Lorna J Gomes
March 29, 2012
Please accept my most sincere condolences to the George Family. Buddy is and will always be a big part of my childhood memories. I too worked in the office for the Fact Finding Committee folding and boxing and sticking the message of the week to flyers etc., joining Buddy on marches and going on field trips. He kept us kids busy and we loved it! Rest in peace, Buddy. Sincerely,
Sandi Clinton-Greene
March 29, 2012
Very sorry for your loss.Prayers to the family
Hurtis Mitchner
March 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family of Chester "Buddy" George. Truly a tireless man when championing a cause, motivating and being an inspiration to the many lives that he touched. May his spirit be with us for generations to come. My Condolences.
Nancy-Jo (Montrond) Nunez
March 29, 2012
RIP Buddy, you will always be remembered and never forgotten.
To Barbara, Rick and other George family members,
Buddy and I were special cousins and we talked over the phone for hours and hours, it was a great relationship where he help me with his tireless efforts on our genealogy for the Clinton-George-Garedo genealogy book.
He and I compiled togehter all of the genealogy to connect my grandmother's paternal line (Clinton) and his lines (George) to uncover the mysteries surrounding of the George family origins. Buddy tracked down all the documents, certifications and sent me countless pictures dating back before the 1900s...he was a true gem and it's a relationship I shall hold near and dear to my heart. He had a great sense of humor and always called my questions, his "next assignments and projects" but he pursued them with great enthusiasm. I'll never forget him and his surprise when I had shared with him the George's came from St. Helena in the South Atlantic islands in 1877, he was just fascinated. I will miss his long distance phone calls always. May you all remember his generosity and his kindness as he was truly a good person who gave of himself unselfishly.
May he rest in peace.
Thank you Buddy for all the sincere help and compassion you showed towards our family genealogy. You'll always be a special cousin to me.
God bless you always.
Barbara Turner-Watkins
March 29, 2012
My condolences to the Family of Buddy George,
Buddy was truly a man who gave of himself for the welfare of others. The Drop-In Center, The Steppers Drill Team, CEP (Concentrated Employment Program) the march on Willard Avenue Shopping Center demanding jobs for the youth, P for P, can't forget the Allen Berry Health Center, all of the fond memories that helped South Side residents to be proud of its heritage. The way you taught us to stand up for our rights, that smile you wore whenever a victory was won! Fearless Community Activist, hard working, influential, always a great listener.
Thank you Buddy George, your influence on my family and South Side will never be forgotten. To the family my prayers are with you. God bless each and every one of you. Rest in peace Buddy George, John 14:2
Kevin Whetstone
March 29, 2012
To Kevin,Arlin,Sis,Barbara&Fred, We the Whetstone & Foreman Family send our Deepest Sympathy to you at this sad time. We would also like to thank Buddy for all he did for everyone who lived in South Prov. the many year's of fun that we had & the great up bringing of all. If life was the way it was back then we can all say South Prov. would be a better place. Thanks Buddy & Rest in Peace.
Pamela Smith
March 29, 2012
R.I.P. Buddy. You have done so many great things in your life time. God was waiting for you with open arms. I got my first job because of you all the good times we had at the drop in center you will never be forgotten
Jimmie Degree
March 29, 2012
Rest in peace old Army Buddy and best
Friend Jimmie Degree
sonja lee
March 29, 2012
my condolences to the family
March 29, 2012
My condolence to the family. Rest in peace .,Have many good memories Cousin.Anna Lowman
Dora Wheeler
March 29, 2012
Buddy you will be missed! Big g's family.
Valerie and gus Ruth
March 29, 2012
Oh Buddy will miss you the memories go back 40 yrs. You are family.
Susan Hall, Carol Smith
March 29, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Rev Errol Hunt
March 29, 2012
To work with buddy to help blacks in providence was my joy.
March 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the George. Buddy will surely be missed may he rest in peace.
Evelyn Hampton Sacramento, CA
Valerie Carrington
March 29, 2012
Thank you, Buddy for being a great friend to my Dad and to my family. You will be truly missed by my family and the community as a whole.
Elton Simpson
March 29, 2012
Thank you. Buddy for all the live's you touched including mine. Elton Buddy Simpson
March 29, 2012
To the George family you are in our prayers and although Buddy has moved on from life as we know it,his effort of trying to make life better for others will always be here. He was a good teacher. Thanks to his family for sharing a special gift.
RICK CLEMENTS
March 29, 2012
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU CHESTER-BUDDY-GEORGE I WILL NEVER FORGET GOING ON THE TRIPS ,THE FACT FINDING COMM. AND ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD. YOU TOUCHED MANY HEARTS -YOU WAS A GREAT MAN . WE WILL MISS YOU DEARLY- RIP
Pam Gomes
March 29, 2012
I want to thank you Buddy for saving my life! There are so many stories we can all tell about how you have influenced our lives R.I.P.
TJ SMITH
March 29, 2012
DROP~IN~CENTER, SOUTHSIDE~PRAIRE AVE . . . RIP . . . TJ SMITH & FAMILY
Teandra Jefferies
March 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the George family. Its been many years since I last seen Buddy, but I will always remember his kind and warm personality...R.I.P
Teandra Jefferies
Rex, GA
Anthony Souza
March 29, 2012
Buddy, You will always be remembered by myself and my family, thank you for the support and wisdom you . One person said ," Friends are the family that you choose for yourself " and Buddy you will always be a part of my family.
Anthony (Curley) Souza
Kenneth Hargrave
March 29, 2012
Much love and respect to you and your Family. You put in a lot of work on the streets of Providence for positive change back in the day. A Street Warrior. Rest in Peace, Brother.
March 29, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the George family for the loss of a wonderful man who helped and touched all are lives. He will be greatly missed. Yvette and manny Monroe.
Lemuel (Frosty) Crump
March 29, 2012
May he rest in peace; and, may God hold your family in the hollow of his hands during your time of bereavement.
Georgianna L.Martins Parker
March 29, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
March 29, 2012
Buddy, you will always be a part of my life and so many more, you will never be forgotten>......Dobie Dennis and Sons
Alan Sena
March 29, 2012
R.I.P MY FRIEND. Your Memories will be Cherish Forever. The Up-Setters. South Side Soul Steppers. Drop In Center. The Afro Art Center. An Amazing / Great Heart / Friend to ALL person. THANKS BUDDY.
Stan,Boz. & Bev Crum, Freeman
March 29, 2012
Well,Buddy, Haven't heard from you in so many years,but I do remember you and all that you belong to from many years ago. I don't know your imediatate family, because, I have been gone from home for almost 50 yrs. So to your loved ones I say:Bless you all and remember:"God will take care of you" and I will keep you in my prayers. RIP Buddy, Love Beverly "Crum" Freeman and family
Joyce O'Connor
March 29, 2012
To Kevin Sharp & the rest of Buddy's Family:
My deepest sympathy goes out to each of you in hearing of the loss of Buddy. I can remember back in the day when he had the kids (like my brother Gerald) all drumming, dancing and anything else kids would be interesting in doing. Everyone that grew up on the Southside always knew "Buddy". He will be missed by many. May he rest in peace.
March 29, 2012
Our condolences to all his family and friends.
-AAA Cranston
DOROTHY SENA-KASHK
March 29, 2012
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE GEORGE FAMILY. BUDDY WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. HE WAS ALWAYS THERE WHEN WE NEEDED HELP OR INFORMATION.. I REMEMBER WHEM MY DRILL TEAM (SOUTH SIDE SOUL STEPPERS) PARTICIPATED IN PARADES ALL OVER AND OUT OF STATE BUIDDY WAS THERE TO HELP IN TAKING PITCURES AND HELP WITH TRANSPORTATION FOR THE TEAM. HE ALSO DID A LOT OF WORK IN ALL THE COMMUNITY.
SO.SIDE WAS BLESSED TO HAVE BUDDY IN OUR LIVES . R.I.P. BUDDY.
Roland Ferrara
March 29, 2012
r.i.p. buddy a good man. good friend to many. a big part of my teen years. the drop in center,f.f.c.,the upsetters,ma farrell's,so many memories.I'll miss you, friend.may god bless and keep you.
Linney Santos-Washington
March 29, 2012
What a Mighty Good Man. Rest in Peace Buddy George and thanks for all the fun full childhood memories I will forever charise.
Nicole Sebastian
March 29, 2012
Rest In Peace. Buddy! A Amazing man and friend! you will truly be missed. From the Sebastian Family!
Mary Garrett
March 29, 2012
Buddy, will miss your smile and hearty laughter, you were very much a part of the good old days, Willard Avenue, the shopping center, the health centers, Ma Farrell's............you will be missed, rest in peace.
Jacqueline Smith
March 29, 2012
RIP BUDDY you will be missed
The Latimer Family
March 29, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Rose Robinson
March 29, 2012
RIP BUDDY YOU WILL BE MISSED
Poupie (Andreza) Skipworth
March 29, 2012
Wow, I can't believe your gone. All those days you hiding behind me while my dog chases after you on Elma Street. Working in your office doing print screens and working at the Fact Finding Committee. I would talk about living on Dudley Street but only my brothers and sisters can really remember them days. But I have fond memories of many years ago and of recent years as you visit me at the Board of Elections. Funny how I ended up working for the elections when all those years you tried to get me into politics and fought you tooth and nail. What's even funnier I am an administrator and still not really into politics. LOL I will miss you my friend :-) The Skipworth Family will miss you. Love you always!
Eleanor Borge
March 29, 2012
To the family, may your memories of this wonderful, generous man comfort you during this difficult time. Thank you Buddy George for being a champion for all of us in South Providence. I won't forget the work you did on our behalf with the South Providence Fact Finding Committee and Progress for Providence, thank you for the trips to the beach, recording our history in pictures, carrying forward the tradition of the drums, and teaching us how to give back to our community. We were so blessed to have you as part of our lives. You will be missed!
Robert Bird
March 29, 2012
Rest In Peace BUDDY
March 29, 2012
WE WOULD LIKE TO OFFER OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF THE GEORGE FAMILY. BUDDY WAS A BEAUTIFUL SOUL AND HE CARED FOR MANY. HE WILL BE MISSED. REST IN PEACE BUDDY FOR YOU WORKED HARD ON EARTH HELPING EVERONE! THE GARCIA FAMILY.
Showing 1 - 100 of 107 results
Make a Donation
in Chester George's name
Memorial Events
for Chester George
How to support Chester's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Chester George's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
