Edward Joseph "Joe" George

Joe was born on October 19, 1939 in Fort Frances, Ontario to Edward and Agnes George (nee Calder).

From an early age, Joe was a hard-worker with a strong work ethic. He was never afraid to venture out and obtain new skills. He worked all over Ontario, and had many different job experiences. Working for Public Works, he built damns and roads; at O&M, he worked cutting pulp as well worked on the 340 tug; he worked at Boise Cascade, as a foreman – and finally venturing off in 1973, with his own contracting career in the logging industry.

Our dad met many people and formed many great friendships. He was always willing to listen and learn. With those friendships, he loved reminiscing and story-telling of the ‘old days’. Our dad was very sharp- witted and had an outstanding memory. He never forgot a name and would always inquire how others were doing. He was truly interested in their well-being and successes. He was an amazing cook and enjoyed cooking breakfasts for family, friends and even the occasional entire hockey team. Our dad was very proud of his Norwegian heritage and with his love of hockey & family, it brought him to Norway, where he met his relatives. He had a zest for life, culture and history and made every moment count. He travelled to many countries and embraced the history of the country he was visiting. He was an avid reader and had a library of books. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus – Rainy Lake Council #2766. He spent countless hours at the arena, cheering on his grandchildren.

We know our dad touched the lives of many people, as he always made everyone feel important and valued. We have a lot of fond memories of spending time on the lake, family vacations, and the love of hockey. He loved quality time with family.

Joe will forever be missed by his wife Phyllis; children Brad (Lisa), Tuffy (Shannon), Debbie, Lisa (Darwin), Bob (Zoe) and his grandchildren Andrew (Paula), Jessica, Tyler (Jill), Erika, Ben, Joleigh and Annalise. His brothers John (Dylinda), Wayne, and Jim (Sherry).

Joe was predeceased by his parents Edward and Agnes (nee Calder); sisters Patricia, Frances, and brothers Herb and Bobby, as well as his three sisters in infancy, Emma Corrine, Hannah Marie and Louise Yvonne.

A visitation will be held on Friday, February 15, 2019 at 7 p.m. at Green Funeral Home. Parish Prayers will be offered at 7:30p.m.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday February 16, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church. Interment will take place in the Holy Cross Cemetery.

The pallbearers will be Chris George, Neil George, Darwin Hayes, Landon Slomke, Shane Loyie and Darren McCormick.

Honorary pallbearers will be Andrew & Jessica George, Tyler Miller, Ben George, and Joleigh & Annalise Hayes.

If friends so desire in memoriam donations may be made to the Hemo-Dialysis Unit – Laverendrye Hospital.