Heartfelt Sympathy to Anna, Louise, Ernie and Dale and their families
George was a friend to many and will be missed by many. Lots of memories through the years of John , Eva, ,Miriam and Mark who were great neighbours on the 4th of Pickering. Blessings to all. Ann Beare.
One of life's biggest challenges are the deaths of friends or loved ones. The particularly difficult are the passing of folks that are hard working, humble and well loved. Such is the case with the passing of George. We will always remember his smiling face and insightful wisdom through many conversations over coffee at church events or Tim Horton's every Friday morning. I can still remember the surprise we had when we first saw him at the Markham Fair feeding wood into his demonstration steam engine. We still cherish the "bird house" art work he built for us complete with a police car at the bottom of the stairs. Never quite understood the connection between the two... maybe a place for "jail birds".
His peaceful ending reflects the life he led and the example he left behind.
I met George as a student at Richmond College. We were in Miss Anderson's English literacy classes together. I have many fond memories of George and his wonderful kind disposition and great stories. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this time. He will always be in our hearts. God bless! (Diane Brown)
I met George in 2017 when I was compiling stories about the early history of Markham (Reesorville).
I went back and visited George and Anna a few times after that before they moved. George was a fascinating man, full of knowledge, insight, goodwill, and humour. He has contributed so much to Markham and meant a great deal to so many people. He will be missed and remembered.
Andrew Fuyarchuk
I am so sorry about George's passing and feel privileged to have known him for all these years. Truly, he was a favorite cousin who will be missed very much. We are fortunate to have many fond memories of George to help carry us through these difficult times. My deepest condolences to his family, Anna, Louise, Ernie and Dale and of course his many Grandchildren. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Anna Catherine, Louise, Ernest, Dale and Families
George had the same knack as his father for making one feel valued and interesting. Conversation with him was always uplifting. Your family, indeed the world, has lost a special treasure. We must all take a page from his ‘ book’ on how to live our lives. My deepest, sincerest sympathies are with you all. Carol Wildgoose (née Armstrong)
