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George Robinson Brady

George Brady Obituary

BRADY, GEORGE ROBINSON
Born in San Diego, March 8, 1955, and died December 9, 2007. He is survived by two brothers, William and Jack and three nieces Anna, Lillia and Erica. Services pending.Please sign the guest book at obituaries.uniontrib.com

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Dec. 12, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for George Brady

60 Entries

Alan Taylor

December 6, 2023

Miss you Big G!

Nancy Monson

December 21, 2007

George was such a dear member of our family, always with a smile on his face, kind and loving to his nieces. All of us will miss him so much.

John Crayton

December 19, 2007

Good bye to a great friend who is truly missed. I'm saddened of your passing but will always hold on to the memory of the great times we shared as co-workers and friends. My condolences to the family, loved ones and friends.

Zachary Ahinga

December 18, 2007

George Brady is a friend and he always had a way of making me laugh. I enjoyed our lunch-time excursions to the local Asian food places and he would tell us about his trips to Indonesia and Fiji. I pray that George’s family can find peace with his early departure, and my condolences to his friends.

Frank Demling

December 17, 2007

I was shocked and saddened when Dale called me with the news about George's untimely passing. Like many, I am still in disbelief. I met George through Dale in 1976 while George was working at Tower Records. Dale and I were just beginning our careers in surveying and George was soon to follow. In the years to come, the three of us spent a lot of time working together in the field covering a lot of terrain, much of it in the more rugged parts of the East County. George was tough, hard working and a lot of fun in the field. He was a good friend and I will miss his big smile and his roaring deep belly laughs. As we grew older and found our way into the office, we would often reminisce about those early days surveying. We didn't know how good we had it. My condolences and heartfelt sympathies go out to his family and friends, especially for my good friend, Dale, who has lost his best friend and traveling buddy. I take some solace in knowing that George lived life his way, by his rules, always looking for and finding adventure and then allowing us to live vicariously through him with those great stories.

Ken Sanders (aka Special K)

December 17, 2007

I had the pleasure to work with George at the Water Authority for 9 years. I will miss the kind person, all of the belly-laughs that only he could create, tapping just some of his knowledge regarding music, movies and many other things, the Tower Record and Baja stories.
I feel fortunate to have known such a remarkable person and I will miss him dearly.
My condolences go out to his family and Ellen.

Mike Broyles

December 17, 2007

George was the first person I met on my first day at the Water Authority. He was very friendly and smiling and will always be remembered by me, that way.
Thanks George!
Mike Broyles, R.O.W. Inspector

Mary Dressel (Boniface)

December 16, 2007

A flash back from the past seeing this sad news of George's passing. I knew George from Grossmont High School back in 1970-1974. I will always remember George as a kind, diplamatic soul with a smile on his face. My sympathy to all of his family and friends for the loss of this special person.

Jim Taylor

December 15, 2007

I had the privilege of working with George for 9 years at the Water Authority. We always talked about his adventures and the "mansion" in Mexico, and his salsafest made coming to work fun. George's understated humor and genuine interest and caring for all of us are things that I will always remember.

Gerald Iglesia

December 15, 2007

As an on-site consultant at the San Diego County Water Authority, I have come to know George both as an excellent worker and a fine gentleman. Whenever we met, he would call me "Julio," and I would call him "Jorge." I will surely miss George as a dear friend, and I will forever cherish the memories of him that I am most privileged to hold. Heaven just got a smiling, surfing surveyor on board.

Ken Steele

December 15, 2007

It was a pleasure to have known and worked with George at the SDCWA. I will miss him for his engouragement to all and our good conversations on surveying, kayaking, and the finer points of sausage gravy and biscuits. I wish good will to all and extend my prayers and sympathy for George to his family and dearest friends.

(Little) Mary Huynh

December 14, 2007

There are not enough words I can say to describe how great George is. He had so much life and so much to offer to the world. Going back to SDCWA will not be the same without you George. You will be greatly missed.

Rosann Gallien

December 14, 2007

George was a very kind and thoughtful person, and a good friend. I will miss him very much.
My condolences to his loved ones.

this is george on our boat trip last summer to indonesia

ALAN TAYLOR

December 14, 2007

ALAN TAYLOR

December 14, 2007

REST IN PEACE "G" ALWAYS AND FOREVER YOUR FRIEND....ALAN TAYLOR

Dale Greenhalgh

December 14, 2007

George was my best friend and I feel like a big part of me has been swept away. The world is at a loss for his unique character and sometimes shocking humor. He knew how to take people on a guided tour outside thier normal realm with his provocative wit and endearing humor. George acted as a mentor to many, a shoulder to lean on, someone you could always count on, my travel partner, my boys buddy (and sometimes tormentor), always there for me in any pinch and so much more, I honestly do not know what I will do without him. My deepest sypmathy for all his friends and family.

wayne pasco

December 14, 2007

The planet lost a very caring person with George's passing. George had a unique persective on many issues that I really appreciated. I will miss him in more ways than I can count. I want to send my deepest sympathy to his family and Ellen.

Alan Taylor

December 14, 2007

I WAS ONE OF THE FORTUNATE TO HAVE THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING GEORGE BRADY OTHERWISE AFFECTIONATELY KNOWN AS BIG "G"... GEORGE AND I MET IN FIJI SEVERAL YEARS AGO ...THE FIRST TIME WE TALKED I KNEW WE WERE GOING TO BE FRIENDS FOREVER! HE WAS ONE OF THOSE FEW PEOPLE THAT WERE TRULY INTERESTED IN WHAT YOU WERE TALKING ABOUT AND THE THINGS GOING ON IN YOUR LIFE. GEORGE AND I RECENTLY WENT ON A BOAT TRIP TO INDONESIA..HE WAS MY BUNKMATE..BOY THAT MAN COULD SNORE!!! GEORGE HAD SUCH A GOOD TIME AND AS USUAL MADE MANY NEW FRIENDS...PEOPLE LOVED "G" FOR HIS SENSE OF HUMOR AND HIS GREAT GIFT OF LISTENING AND CARING...I LOVED GEORGE MORE THAN I CAN SAY, HE WAS MY FRIEND AND I AM SO VERY HONORED TO HAVE KNOWN HIM.....REST IN PIECE GEORGE I WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH...YOUR FRIEND FOREVER, ALAN TAYLOR

George enjoying a cold treat at another SDCWA event.

December 14, 2007

George shying away from the camera at an SDCWA event.

December 14, 2007

Shannon Turek

December 14, 2007

George and I were lunch buddies. He was my first friend when I moved to San Diego 8 years ago and worked at SDCWA, and we remained close friends throughout the years. Only now do I realize how special and uplifting those lunches were and how much his positive attitude, great sense of humor, booming laugh and smile, and friendship made a difference. My deepest sympathy to his family, Ellen and friends. George, heaven is a brighter place with you in it and you will be greatly missed my friend!

Tom Harpin

December 14, 2007

I will remember George for the smiles and encouragement that he extended to me whenever we saw each other at the office. Whenever I needed his services, he was quick to respond and very helpful. I will miss George as a co-worker and as a friend. My thoughts and prayers to George's family during this time of loss.

Craig Balben

December 14, 2007

I met George 6 years ago when I first started at SDCWA. He was in one of the cubicles next to mine. Full of life and experience, George has helped make my life more rich. George will live on in our memories of his surfing & field work stories and salsa fests. My condolences to everyone who knew George as a brother, son, coworker, and friend. RIP buddy.

Paul Gebert

December 14, 2007

It was a privilege to know George. He had a great perspective on life and knew how to live it. I hope I will have learned something from him. My condolences to his family and friends he will be missed

Nathan Faber

December 14, 2007

George was like a father to me in many ways. He guided me in my career and always gave me valuable advice. I could talk to George about anything.

I will never forget our talks in his truck and out in the field. George always passed along a wealth of technical information to me, but more importantly we talked about life in general, religion, our hobbies/interests, and the best places to go for breakfast/lunch near the pipelines.

George's impact on me will never be forgotten and I celebrate what he has meant to me along with the many others he has touched.

John Galleher

December 14, 2007

George’s optimism, guidance, humor, foresight, and ability to make a difficult situation seem like a stroll on the beach are already missed. When you spoke with George, he was sincerely interested in what was going on in your life, both personal and professional. He was a great listener and always had a way of “grounding” people so that they remembered what the important things in life were. This was very apparent in George’s travels and many relationships that he built throughout his life. I was fortunate to have been able to work on many projects with George as well as spend time away from work discussing the important things in life. George, the next time that I am at Campo Lopez I will take 2 Coronas out to the rock, drink one and pour the other in the sea (maybe). You will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.

Chris Fox (aka Ponyboy)

December 14, 2007

How lucky and blessed was I to have one of my dearest friends (1/2 big brother and 1/2 mentor) as my boss. A laugh louder than a F-16 jet and a heart bigger than a mountain. My sincere condolences to your family and friends.

George... Dude, I love you and will miss you always.

Susan Marquis

December 13, 2007

George, although we were just acquaintances. Being a friend of Ellen's and seeing her in absolute agony from your passing I feel I must have missed out knowing one very good man. Reading all who signed this guest book confirms you were a good man and will dearly be missed. May you rest in peace and from time to time please peek in on Ellen from up there and just nudge her to live life to the fullest just like you did. Peace & Love.

Mark Tegio

December 13, 2007

My heartfelt condolences to George’s family and friends. I'll miss our conversations. He was like the ersatz therapist for me, and always had a nice, zen way of putting perspective on things we talked about. I could be freaking out about something, and George would be right there with a anecdote of his own life, or a similar experience a friend was having, and help me see that things always work out fine. He had an contagiously positive attitude, and was a genuinely caring friend. I'll miss you George; rest in peace.

Randy Huber

December 13, 2007

George, I miss you already my friend. God Bless you for the way you were. My sincere condolences to his family and other loved ones.

George & his big smile at his work desk.

December 13, 2007

Steve Hawxhurst, PLS

December 13, 2007

As one of the many consulting firms that worked on projects for George we are saddened by his loss. As a client George was the best - a surveyor with the knowledge and experience to create a win/win result for our firm and for the Water Authority. All of us at RBF Consulting who knew him will miss him. He was a great guy and a consumate professional.

Lisa Lubeley

December 13, 2007

I worked with George at the Water Authority over 8 years ago. George was a fantastic guy with the best attitude...always a smile and a laugh. He had great stories of his surfing adventures in FIJI with his buddies. I remember going out on San Diego Bay with George and a few co-workers one night for a happy hour and dingie ride from a yacht that George would crew in his spare time. George also knew the best places for Mexican food. George you will be greatly missed! Safe Travels!

Maria Thomas

December 13, 2007

I met George at the Water Authority. He always struck me as being a very nice, gentle man. I miss seeing him around. My thoughts and prayers are with his girlfriend (sorry don't know her name)and family. Rest in peace George.

Gina Molise

December 13, 2007

George and I worked on just a few small projects together at SDCWA. I could tell even though his work kept him busy, he lived a rich and adventurous life outside the office. Hurrah for you, George! I regret now that I did not know him better. I am so sorry for the loss his family and good friends have suffered.

Al Endozo

December 13, 2007

George always had a smile for me and everyone else he worked with. While working together at Helix Water District, he taught me how to appreciate things outside of work and to enjoy family and our beaches. I'll miss his easy going style and infectious laugh. "Don't sweat the small stuff", he used to tell me. Thanks for everything - Aloha, George!

Gary Olvera

December 13, 2007

As all of you know George was a great guy to be around and just talk with. We shared many hours discussing great surf spots but most of our time was talking about salsa! George loved the hot stuff just as much as I. During one of our talks I remember telling George we sound like a couple of women sharing recipes...he said no just a couple friends who like the hot stuff... RIP George you will be missed.

Brent Fountain

December 13, 2007

George was an awesome man. A caring and knowledgable co-worker and friend. Always full of energy and wonderful stories. His good company and kindness will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family.

Ed Stewart

December 13, 2007

I met George at the Water Authority. Our offices were close to one another. George always had very interesting stories and the very best salsas. My condolense to George's family.

Angela Tomayko

December 13, 2007

George will be terribly missed. His sense of humor and welcoming way will never be forgotten...not to mention his awesome salsas. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Ron Mona

December 13, 2007

I am so priveleged to have met George. One of a kind and like no other before or after. He is a great man with tender heart and he will be terribly missed. I will miss his salsas! My love goes to the family during this time of mourning.

Kelley Gage

December 13, 2007

I met George 7 years ago when I started working at SDCWA. He was always smiling, offering up a good story, and I will miss our coffee room chats. Peace to you my friend.

Dan Diehr

December 13, 2007

George was always so pleasant and friendly. His mood and outlook was always so positive,...and infectious! We will miss you dearly at the Water Authority George. Daniel "Venado"

Ray C.

December 13, 2007

I've worked with G.B. since March 2005. From my first day at work, he was a Big Brother to me and to many here at SDCWA. He will be MISSED. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

David Dow

December 13, 2007

George was on the interview committee that ultimately gave me my job at the Water Authority nearly 5 years ago. I had the pleasure of working with him on several of my projects, got to see lots of the S.D. backcountry during occasional fieldwork with him, got burned-up by his "nuclear-salsa" at one of his salsafests, and enjoyed the many meals we shared at the "exotic" restaurants he knew of. George will be sorely missed...

December 13, 2007

GB was one of those guys you could count on. He valued people and friendships (and waves) more than anything else. George, we'll remember the good times.

Martin C

December 13, 2007

George went out of his way to welcome me to SDCWA when I relocated from Scotland. I enjoyed his enthusiastic chats about single-malt whiskies, and am saddened we never had the chance to share a wee dram. I'll miss him.

J. Stephenson

December 13, 2007

My sympathies to George's family.

Carol Olvera

December 13, 2007

I worked with George at the Water Authority, and have very fond memories of him. Standing out in my mind are memories surrounding his surfing stories and salsa festivals. I will miss seeing his smiling face at work, he was one of a kind! My deepest sympathies go out to his family.

Department Lunch Dec. 2006

Maria Silva

December 13, 2007

Our department will greatly miss George (especially me because I worked for him). He was a great supervisor who I will deeply...deeply miss.

Beth Swersie

December 13, 2007

George was a pleasure to work with: funny, diplomatic, cheerful, knowledgeable, professional, and all around a nice man. I'll miss him.

N Fay

December 13, 2007

George and I were hired at SDCWA at the same time. I'm going to miss our chats, especially because he really listened, and remembered. This is so sad. My condolences to the family and Ellen.

Maria Nguyen

December 12, 2007

I met George working at SDCWA as a student worker 3 years ago. He was the best supervisor, and he always encouraged and supported us in everything we aspired to be.

Joe Bride

December 12, 2007

I met George five years ago when I started a new job. I heard stories of the Tower Records days, as well as many others. The Baja stories are the best. Will miss the outgoing kindness that he extended to everybody.

Scott and Sherene Vander Molen

December 12, 2007

We are saddened by the loss of our friend George. We spent many of our Tavarua Island vacations with George and he was a very special person. He will be missed greatly and we offer our condolances to George's family.

Kristina Castaneda

December 12, 2007

My sister Clarise & I met George while working at Tower Records. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family.

Kristina Castaneda

December 12, 2007

My sister Clarise & I met George while working at Tower Records. Our deepest sympathies go out to the family.

Mark Ulman

December 12, 2007

We grew up together in a wonderful time, and I am very sad to hear of his untimely death. Mark Ulman.

Ernie Vasquez

December 12, 2007

I worked with George on many projects while he was at SDCWA. He was one of the nicest people I've ever met. I will miss his smile and easy going personality. My condolences and sympathy go out to his family and all who were close to him.

Chris & Marisa Sullivan

December 12, 2007

We just saw the terrible news in the paper. Marisa & I met, while working at Tower Records with George. We all knew each other for many years, since 1983. Jack & Will, we are so saddened...

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