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George David Hull, Sr. Born August 7, 1932: died October 25, 2008. He was born in Middlebrook, MO, to George W. and Ruth Marie Waldram Hull. They moved to Ironton, MO, when he was 12, where he graduated from Ironton High School in June 1950. In September of that year he hitchhiked to Columbia, MO, where he entered and graduated with honors from Mizzou Business School in 1954. While in his senior year at Mizzou, he met his future wife Mayme Trantham who was teaching Science and P.E. at Ironton High School. He joined the U.S. Army in Sept. 1954 and had basic training at Ft. Chaffee, AR. From there he went to Zweibrucken, Germany and was an interviewer for the Army to assign incoming troops to bases around Europe. In June of 1955 Mayme went to Germany and they were married in Zweibrucken. When he was discharged he went back to St. Louis, MO, where he started a 34 year career with SBC . in the old Accounting Dept. He retired in January 1991. After working in St. Louis, Topeka, KA, Little Rock AR . he was moved to Houston, Texas in 1969 and back to St. Louis, MO in 1984. When he retired he said he'd enjoyed working with the people of Texas, and wanted to move back there. He is survived by his wife of 53 years.2 sons, Douglas Michael and friend Shirley Torp; George David Jr. and his wife Mary, and 3 grandchildren, Matthew, Meghan and Christopher. There will be a memorial service for the family only. He wanted his friends to spend a day playing golf, going fishing, hiking, taking the family on a picnic instead of spending the day in a funeral home . and celebrate the wonderful life that he'd had. Contributions can be made to the charity of your choice or the Boy Scouts of America. A special thanks to OLD friends, Jerry and Mena Caughman, and to new friends Bob and Betty Fly and Rod and Lil McConnell, Ken and Carol Toka and the good telephone people around the country that he so enjoyed knowing and swapping lies with. To leave a message or tribute for the family, please visit www.vaughanfuneralhome.com and select the obituaries icon. Funeral
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Ed, Ellen, and family Pierce
November 9, 2008
Mayme, as we have told you, you and George had a special place in our hearts. We have shared many visits with you in your various homes and have always enjoyed you and George as the "perfect host and hostess". We will miss that old guy!!!
Judy Gillilan
October 29, 2008
I grew to know Mayme and George through my mom, Corine Gillilan...another one of those Ma Bell folks. We so enjoyed their visits every year to Mom's house during the Christmas holidays. Lots of smiles and laughter for sure! Will have a toast or two or three to George on the Galveston beach soon. Much love, Judy
Joe & Maida McCormack
October 29, 2008
George is one of those people whose kindness, generosity, and humor will always be remembered. Mayme, may you be comforted knowing we have those loving thoughts with us always.
Loretta Wilkerson (Hull) Whitney
October 28, 2008
Guy and I extend our deepest sympathy to you, Mayme, and to all of the family. George was a terrific guy, and he'll be greatly missed.
Patsy & Gerry williams
October 28, 2008
With sympathy and love
John Baker
October 28, 2008
George was my professional mentor. He taught me (and numerous other young managers) more than I can adequately express about our company and big business in general.
At the same time we became life-long friends. We laughed together and commiserated with each other. We shared stories about fishing and Army experiences (mostly lies), common acquaintances (some true), and life experiences (all true, and most with a moral relevant to the then-current situation).
George encouraged me to become a "shade tree" mechanic by telling me he was about to tackle rebuilding a four-barrel carburetor. When I wondered whether he could do this job, he said, "I can trade it in a box for a new one the same as I can in one piece". That folksy statement stuck with me and today I still act based on it when a new "honey do" comes up!
I will miss my friend, but I will remember him fondly and appreciate him always.
Lamar & Shirley Smith
October 28, 2008
George was a very interesting and special person, a faithful friend that will be sorely missed. We enjoyed our lunches and times to visit so very much. May his family be blessed and comforted greatly.
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