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George Jarvis Obituary
June 19, 1947 - Oct. 17, 2016
MISHAWAKA - George G. Jarvis, 69, of Mishawaka, passed away Monday, October 17, 2016, in Hospice House, South Bend.
George was born June 19, 1947 in Sprague, Washington, a son of the late George C. and Edna Mae (Butterfield) Jarvis. He was a graduate of Sprague High School. George attended college in Spokane where he received medical training. He served as a Medic in the US Army during the Vietnam War.
George moved to Mishawaka in 1976. He was employed for 34 years at Independent Concrete Pipe in Mishawaka. He was an avid poker player and enjoyed fishing and was a sports fan. He loved his family especially his grandchildren.
George was preceded in death by his former wife, Barbara Ann (Daily) Jarvis; a brother, Marcus Jarvis; and an infant brother, Billy Jarvis.
George married Sandra K. McGowan on February 23, 1980 and she survives. He is also survived by three children, Michael (Petra) Jarvis, Michelle (Sean) Broecker and Melissa (Shawn) Rice; a step-son, Ed Hendrix, Jr.; five grandchildren, Michael Paul Jarvis, Patience Ann Marie Conway, Kaemen Alexander Rice, Breonna Renet Rice and Hunter Lynn Hendrix; a great granddaughter, Elizabeth Conway; a sister, Jo Ann (Denis) Law; two brothers, Sandy (Cathy) Jarvis and Randy (Carrie) Jarvis; and several nieces and nephews.
Services honoring George's life will be held Friday at 12 noon in Goethals & Wells Funeral Home, 503 W. 3rd Street, Mishawaka, with Pastor Bob Vale officiating. Military honors will be provided by VFW 360 / American Legion 161 Burial Squad.
A time of visitation will be Friday from 11 am to 12 noon in the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to the charity of one's choice.
An online guest book is available at www.goethalswells.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rana St john
October 28, 2016
Such a happy and wonderful man! RIP George and enjoy that rise n roll in heaven.. prayers for sandy and the whole family
Patience Conway
October 22, 2016
Perfect grandpa and great role model for me to look up to as a father figure. Never questioned why I have tattoos or piercings, never judged me. My last visit with you in my home this past June was so nice. You got to see me work, what I do, and you got to see me do my own 'medic' stuff with animals. You always pushed me to be the best and made sure any decisions made were Because of my happiness. My daughter got to make memories with the best man she will ever meet in her life, and I will be sure to spread your legacy for generations to come. You have brought me so much joy, so much love was filled in my heart and I miss you dearly. I'm so glad I got to Come up and spend time with you before you passed. I'm sorry for not being able to make it for the memorial service. I heard it was a magnificent one, and you would be proud with how much effort the family put inti it for your honor.
Maggie McAbee
October 22, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. Having been through this myself I offer my deepest condolences. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
sharron mcgowan
October 21, 2016
you will be missed george
October 21, 2016
leanard davis sends his prayers
Penny Papczynski
October 21, 2016
Uncle Gearge I will miss you so much love you forever
Paul L. Conway, U.s. Navy Diver
October 21, 2016
Too shocking to bear my friend. Our love and prayers to your family and we hope our tribute wreath makes it to your services on time as we just received your obit. You will be sorely missed my buddy. Paul
Yvonne Pietsch
October 20, 2016
Uncle George, Your quiet demeanor, your caring heart for my Aunt Sandy, and your loving words never got old. You will be missed dearly. Thank you for all you were.
Michelle Broecker
October 20, 2016
Michelle Broecker
October 20, 2016
Dad you are my hero. I Love and Miss you very much!
October 20, 2016
John and I are so sorry for your loss. George had a quiet strength and a good sense of humor that we appreciated. He was one of God's sincere, down-to-earth ones who made an unnoticed difference. We will miss him. So sorry we will miss his service, since we're helping our daughter in California
--Kathleen & John Ferrone
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