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Melvyn Stiriss
February 19, 2021
George and I met in 1961, at the University of Richmond. George was my "little brother" in Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. We both got a chuckle out of me, at 5'8", being George's "big brother." I will miss George's NY sense of humor and picture him young, in a basketball game, standing high post, towering over most other players. The last time I saw George was with Kay and UofR footballer, Johm Sheranek, at the Panda Chinese restaurant. Good memories. Peace be with you and your family George. I love you, man.
Lisa Crown
October 11, 2020
My family was recently reminiscing about the Hunton Hustlers days. Thank you coach! Forever childhood memories!
Barclay DuPriest
September 25, 2020
Please know that the staff of the R-MC Campus Store shares your family's sorrow over George's death. He sounds as if he was a "larger than life" type of guy who was a great friend to everyone and whose friendship others must surely have treasured. Barbara is such a special part of our R-MC family , and we send expressions of our heartfelt sympathy to her and to her family. God bless you all. Barclay, Rebecca, Terri, and
Gabe
Tom Ward
September 24, 2020
Kay,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember when first meeting George thinking this man is going to be intimidating because of his size. I soon realized he was just a "big old teddy bear". He always made me laugh. He will forever be remembered. Cherish all the wonderful times together and share the memories.
Sincerely,
Sharyn and Tom Ward
Sean P Costello
September 24, 2020
I knew George through WRBA. We didn't know each other well, but I always regarded him as a very kind man. May Perpetual Light shine upon him, and may his soul rest in Peace.
Trace Carson
September 23, 2020
So sorry to hear about George's passing. I knew him for many years through the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals where he taught one of the first apprenticeship classes and as a member of the West Richmond Businessmen's Association. I have some great memories of George!
Karen Harrell
September 23, 2020
So sorry to hear. I remember going to softball games with dad and George and the Richfood crew. Many fond memories. He will be truly missed. Sending our condolences
Marion Embrey
September 23, 2020
Barbara and Kay,
So sorry for the loss of your father and husband. Much love goes out to all of you. God Bless
Trish Hall
September 23, 2020
Many wonderful memories of George! I'm so thankful to have such a wonderful man in our family. May he rest in peace. Thinking of you Kay and Barbara.
Gail Zachman
September 23, 2020
My sympathy on your loss Kay and family. RIP George.
Don Massey
September 23, 2020
Thinking of the Atwell family. I worked at Richfood with George.
God Bless
Sandy Schaefer
September 23, 2020
Kay and Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss. So many memories involving your Dad. He was truly one of a kind. Take care, Sandy
Freddi Dyson
September 23, 2020
Kay - George was a BIG part of the Richfood experience for many of us. Lots of fond memories. May he rest in peace....
Beverly and Eddie Morrison
September 23, 2020
We will always remember George towing Aunt Genevieve's airstream home from
Florida to the Shenandoah Valley where she lived. Rest in Peace, George.
Michael Rossetti
September 23, 2020
I will miss seeing George tailgating at the University of Richmond football games or seeing him in the stands at the basketball games.
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