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Governor George Deukmejian

1928 - 2018

BORN

1928

DIED

2018

Governor Deukmejian Obituary

Governor George Deukmejian, loving husband of 61 years, father and grandfather, passed away from natural causes on May 8, 2018. His family was at his side. Born June 6, 1928 in Menands, New York, he died at home in his adopted city of Long Beach, California, where he lived for more than 55 years. George was a fine, decent man of integrity and character who was tremendously proud of his Armenian heritage. He loved his family and his friends and was deeply grateful to the many loyal people who believed in him and served his administrations. We will miss him dearly. To celebrate George's life, there will be a public memorial at 1 PM on Saturday, June 9 at the Terrace Theater, located at 300 E. Ocean Boulevard in Long Beach. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the YMCA-Model Legislature George Deukmejian Endowment, the California Science Center, California State University of Long Beach Disabled Students Services, the Ararat Home of Los Angeles or to the charity of your choice.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from May 12 to May 13, 2018.

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Ivonne Ramos-Richardson

May 9, 2019

Rest in peace Governor.Thank you for all the good work you did on behalf of the State of California and its residents.

George and Gloria visiting our family and friends while we were on vacation.

Bud and Pam Sheble & Family

May 13, 2018

Our family will greatly miss George, and we will never forget how much good you, Gloria, and George did for so many. You both have been wonderful role models for our children and grandchildren.

Eric Anderson

May 13, 2018

Governor George Deukmejian was one of my favorites. May he R.I.P.

Ivonne Rmos Richardson

May 12, 2018

My years working in Governor Deukmejian's administration were the best in my working career.
I will always feel honored to say I worked for him.

Then Atty Gen Deukmejian administering oath in 1981 to Bakersfield Mayor Mary K. Shell

MARY SHELL

May 12, 2018

George Deukmejian was a very fine man with a fine family. He was a favorite of my husband Joe. He will be missed. Mary K Shell

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Memorial Events
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Jun

9

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Terrace Theater

300 E. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA

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