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George E. Williams

George Williams Obituary

GEORGE E. WILLIAMS
BROOKTONDALE - George Williams, 85, of Brooktondale and formerly of Owego, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, November 20, 2007.
George was predeceased by his loving wife, Patricia. He is survived by his children, George and Peggy Williams of Candor, Norma Jean and Gary Wood of Cortland, Donna and Peter Nero of NC, Daryl Dahart of Brooktondale; grandchildren, Lindsey, Elaine, Sarah, Ashley, Sam, Jason, Andrew, Donald, Brian, Heather, Herbert and Shannon; great-grandsons, Thomas and Mark.
George was an Army Infantry Officer and saw combat in WWII and Korea. His loyalty and conscientious work ethic enabled him to excel as a Tioga County Deputy Sheriff, dairy farmer and several positions in the finance industry. He was the kind of man whose yes meant yes and no meant no. George was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Owego.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, November 24, at 12:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 228 Main St., Owego, with Rev. Terry Steenburg officiating. Burial will be in the Quick Cemetery, Brooktondale, NY, on Monday, November 26, at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends Saturday at the church from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon prior to the services. Arrangements are by the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home in Owego.

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Published by Ithaca Journal on Nov. 22, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for George Williams

15 Entries

Mary Lehr

December 18, 2007

On Dec. 15th the Trust Co. held their semi-annual dinner/dance and
your father came to mind. It was
at the 2005 party that my husband
and I had the pleasure of being seated at the same dining table and enjoying food and conversation with
George.

Before retiring from the Main Office Customer Service Dept., I almost daily exchanged a "hello" with him, and heard some of the
younger girls 'tease' him with an
additional "Georgie Porgie".
I considered him the bank's 'master'
transporter of materials. He was
also our friendly greeter on spring
and fall "highway cleanup" Sats.
He brought supplies out to our Etna
location, then gave individuals a
ride to their point of work assign-
ment.
He was a delightful man!
With sympathy.

Tom Thiel

December 5, 2007

Your comrades from the 24th Infantry Division offer you one last salute, Sir.

Tom Thiel, Editor
TARO LEAF
24th Infantry Division Association

Wes Morrison

December 4, 2007

Very sorry to hear of Georges passing. A fine Korean War Veterans of the 21st Infantry Regiment.

Barbara and Alan Littlefair

November 26, 2007

To all of George's family - We cannot imagine the depth of grief you must
be feeling right now at George's passing. No words we say can ease your
grief or bring you peace of mind, but we want you to know our thoughts
and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
When our in-laws
visited from England, George and Pat always invited us and them over to
their home for Pat's special cheesecake. When I told my mother-in-law
of George's passing, she told me she still remembers those evenings
when they were made to feel like life-long friends. Though seeming a
quiet, reserved person, George had a special way of making everyone
feel welcome in his
home, really listening to what everyone had to say and making
conversations easy. Alan and I had many trips with George and Pat to
The Merry-go-round Theater in Auburn and a good dinner together
pre-show. We remember George as a 'gentleman' whose company we enjoyed.
He was a loyal and dedicated worker and when we thought he'd finally 'retired' we'd still see him picking up special packages from the bank - still working. He was fortunate to have a big
family, and we know how proud he was of all of you. Likewise, you all
will
have so many happy memories to share with each other of good times
together with George as a Dad, Granddad, Great Granddad and friend.
George was such a
good role model to all of you. He will be sadly missed.
Our sincere condolences, Barbara and Alan Littlefair
Please share this with all of your family. We hope it gives you the
comfort it has given to Alan and me.
TOGETHERNESS by Scott Holland
Death is nothing at all. I've only slipped away into the next room. I
am I, and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my old
familiar name, speak to me in the easy way you always used.
Put no difference into your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or
sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me. Pray for me. Let my name be the household
name it always was.
Let it be spoken without effort. Life means all that it ever meant. It
is the same as it ever was.
Why should I be out of your mind because I am out of your sight? I am
but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around
the corner. All is well, nothing is past, nothing is lost.
One brief moment and all will be as it was before, only better,
infinitely happier and forever. We are all one together in Christ.

Paul Harrington

November 26, 2007

I am sorry to hear of George's death. I had known George since the mid sixties when I worked at HFC and he was with ILF. Of course more recently with Tompkins Trust Co. I will miss our talks and his great smile. My thoughts are with the family.
Sincerely,

Penny and John Connors

November 24, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to the Williams family. Uncle George was such a kind, gentle and loving man who has always been a special part of our family. He will be greatly missed.

Allen Wilson

November 23, 2007

I will also remember George, as he was my mentor, for the twenty plus years I knew him. Always calm, relaxed, with his charming smile.I always loved to talk to him about his military days. Will sure miss you George, May you Rest in Peace. Allen Wilson

Michele Exposite

November 23, 2007

When so many people deeply feel the loss of a person, it is a testament to the fact that the person had a warm, generous & kind heart. That describes George. He was everyone's dearest friend, and our loss is now heaven's gain. God Bless you George. We love you and always will.

Melissa (Poole), Rob, Alivia Flood

November 23, 2007

"Uncle" George was an amazing person who was surronded by so many people who loved and cared about him. Every family gathering and every celebration he was there to share in the special time. He will be missed and our sympathies go out to the entire family. We've all felt this loss of an extraordinary person!!

Barbie Odell

November 22, 2007

I will forever remember George's kindness and wonderful smile. I had the privilege of knowing George for many years, and he jokingly referred to me as one of his granddaughters. I will miss seeing him around town and at the bank.

Jean Funk

November 22, 2007

Skip & Norma, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your father,you have alot of memories to hold on too. Your cousin, Jean Lorraine

Melody Bolton

November 22, 2007

So sorry to hear of your loss. Let us know if we can be of any help.

Rob and Nadine

November 22, 2007

George was a great man. We worked with him at Tompkins Trust Co. Our thoughts are with his family.

Lyman Baker

November 22, 2007

George was truly a man of his word. George was a defender of American freedom. He would go out of his way to do a favor for you at anytime.God bless you George and may you rest in peace.

Carlene and George Furch

November 22, 2007

George was a wonderful person/uncle with a great sense of humor. We will miss. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

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