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Rick Bartle
June 17, 2024
George was without question a pillar of the Santa Cruz community. He was more than a part owner at DeLaveaga. He was more than the host or the greeter. He was the Ambassador who knew everyone and if he didn't.....just give him a minute or two. They don't make them like that anymore. He was one hell of a man. Rest in peace old friend.
Rick Bartle
June 15, 2021
What more can you say about George that has not already been said? His first name, George was synonymous withDeLaveaga. When you went to DeLaveaga George was always there. He was part of that spirit of DeLaveaga. He was a part of its' success. As gruff and tough as he at times presented himself he, in reality, was gentle and kind, having the heart as big as a house.He was no pushover. He was one hell of a man
Jonathan Bem
June 29, 2020
I washed dishes for Jon, and stocked the bar for George and Lance. I worked hard, but they made work a lot of fun. George always took time to ask about my family and told me to say "Hello" to my folks. He was a good man and a kind friend.
John Panattoni
June 27, 2020
George, I love you! I will never forget about you! Love, John Panattoni
Rick Bartle
June 24, 2020
Seems as if I have known George my whole life. From playing Little League, socializing at Beis Bar at Delavega Golf Course, his association with my family, our weekly Sunday breakfasts at the course and all those in-between times, George always greeted us with a smile and let me not forget his friendly smack in the arm. My sincere condolences to the family. Love you George. There will never be another. Rest in Peace
Mark Andreas Chandler
June 22, 2020
I had the pleasure of knowing George for many decades, always will remember him with fondness. His ready smile and quick wit was welcome and well received by all who knew him.
Mick Routh
June 22, 2020
Not many people reach legendary status but your goodwill and fun spirit got you there. RIP friend.
Donna Tucker Orr
June 22, 2020
Uncle George blessed my life with many memorable visits with he and my Aunt Jeanine. He was SO KIND, great smile, and a twinkle in his eye. He always made me feel loved and was a great listener. I believe he had the gift of hospitality. A man to be respected and loved. I'm so thankful for how he touch my life.
Greg Beebe
June 22, 2020
I first met George when I was a nervous teen-age busboy for John Bei's restaurant at DeLa lodge. There I was surrounded by a group of extremely kind men vainly masquerading as tough guys, with George as their leader. Rarely does a day go by that I don't draw on something I learned from these guys, whether it was the correct way to clear a table or the proper gestation period for a well-executed practical joke. In adulthood, I always felt secure knowing that no matter where I was nor the time of day, I always knew exactly where George was and what he and the rest of the guys were doing: playing cards, helping people, cracking jokes. Congratulations to George on a life so nicely lived. He may have changed tables, but I think we all still know where to find George.
Rod Quartararo
June 21, 2020
Say hello to Dick Gilbert.
Georgia Magnabosco
June 21, 2020
eorge was always such a nice person always had a smile god bless him rip condolences to the family
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