Mr Robert Thomas George

Robert Thomas George 1939 – 2016 On the morning of July 2, 2016, Robert Thomas George passed away. Robert was born on October 4, 1939 in Pennsylvania and was the only child of Virginia H. Britton and Robert John George. Robert spent much of his childhood and early adulthood in New York. His family spent many of their summers in the Hamptons where he developed a love for boating and the water. He worked part-time at his family owned boat company, the Flying Finn Boat Company, which imported wooden pleasure boats from Finland. Robert finished high school and went on to complete a year at Duke University. At the University, Robert was a walk-on to the football program. He loved the determination and strength that it took to play the sport and after his college football days were over, he was an avid fan of the sport; he was a Jets and Cowboys fan and loved the Alabama Crimson Tide (Roll Tide). Back in New York, Robert worked his way through construction jobs and training to be an engineer. In 1976, Robert made is way to Texas where he found an instant connection with the southern life style. In Texas, he worked on construction projects that built the Dallas Library and Dallas City Hall. He was an active member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHARE) for over a decade. Robert went on to be the Executive Vice President of Mitchell Technical Sales (MTS) before retiring in 2005. Robert was a hardworking, self-taught, creative man with a talent for building things. He never considered anything broken… he always could fix it or use it for parts. If you know Robert, you would appreciate walking into his garage and seeing the tools, wood, nails and the precise placement of each item and project. He loved having projects, as well as the garage, there are two additional sheds that are meticulously organized and every inch of space had a designated purpose. He enjoyed being on Gary Bryant’s boat and fishing. Robert and Carolyn had 25lbs of bird feed and the cardinals that know this appear to be a bit heavier than others in the neighborhood. Robert also enjoyed going to movies, dinning out and cooking together. Going to the beach together included Robert swimming. After retirement, Robert and his wife, Carolyn, made their own in Gulf Shores, Alabama; he loved the community and being by the water. He was an active member of his local church, St Andrews by the Sea. The church was an important aspect of Robert’s life. Robert was a member of the “Old Men” committee or Fellowship Hall. He was a member of the board of trustees and he enjoyed being a member of the building committee. Since 2006 Robert was a member of the men’s club and loved the men’s breakfast. Robert is survived by his wife, Carolyn. He had seven children: William, Cordes, Susan, Bartholomew, Robert John (RJ) II, Veronica and Erica and three step-sons: Michael, Curtis, and Greg. He had five grandchildren and seven step-grandchildren. Robert was a loving husband, father, and grandfather; he will be greatly missed. Funeral Services will be at St. Andrews By the Sea at 10am on Thursday, July 7, 2016 with small reception to follow. St. Andrew’s By the Sea information: 17263 FORT MORGAN ROAD, GULF SHORES, AL 36542 P: 251-968-3900

Mr Robert Thomas George

October 4, 1939 - July 2, 2016

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October 4, 1939 - July 2, 2016

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