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George Paris Obituary
George R. Paris
May 16, 1952-July 5, 2022
MONMOUTH-George R. Paris, 70, of Lake Warren, Monmouth, IL passed away at 6:39 pm, Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg, IL.
George was born May 16, 1952 in Louisville, KY, the son of Charles and Jean (Pobuda) Paris. He was raised and educated in Davenport, IA and graduated from Central High School in 1971.
George met his future wife, Judy Rascher of Davenport, IA when he was 13 years old and they married, July 17, 1971 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Davenport, and she survives.
George worked at JI Case for 30 years before retiring in May of 2003.
He enjoyed working in his garage, fishing, and riding on his Kubota.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Judy; his 2 sons, George R. (Jen) Paris, III of Clayton, NC and Thomas E. (Sarah) Paris of Bettendorf, IA; 4 grandchildren, Garrett Paris, Madison Paris, Gavin Paris and Martin Paris; his brother, Charles (Barb) Paris II of West Palm Beach, Fl; his sister, LaDonna Goings of Monmouth, IL; his brother-in-law, Dave (Jude) Kisner of Davenport, IA along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Don Paris.
Cremation has been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be announced and held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Monmouth Police Shop With A Cop program and sent to the funeral home. McGuire & Davies Funeral Home and Crematory, Monmouth, IL, is in charge of the arrangements. For more information or to leave an online condolence please visit, www.mcguireanddaviesfuneralhome.com.
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Mel and Sherry Goering
July 13, 2022
Dear Judy and family you have our deepest sympathy on the passing of George. I also was thinking about the things we did in school, our camping trips, building your house in Ia. and just having fun together.
Steve Kemp
July 10, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family. George was a great guy and friend from high school. Part of the breakfast club at Barbie´s pancake house. And the other half of our Merl Haggard rendition in mass media class. Rest In Peace.
The Kehn Family
July 8, 2022
The first time we met George he was a boater in the slip next to ours. His easy going temperment he made you feel like family. We will never forget our friend and his saying Buster Her Down! With our deep respect and our love we honor him!!
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