Rodney “Michael” George passed away on January 23, 2023 at the age of 58, in his hometown of Houston, Texas. Michael loved life and lived it to the fullest, but was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) also known as Lou Gehrig disease in 2016. While there is currently no cure for ALS, and he was given less than a 5-year survival rate, Michael refused to accept this fate and vowed to outlive the life expectancy given. He faced the disease head on and fought ALS to the very end. He outlived the life expectancy given shy of 2 years. We admire the bravery and courage he showed in his fight and will remember him as a True Warrior.
Michael was a proud dad to Sabastian, a drummer in numerous bands and he had a love for motocross. He also shared a love for all types of music and enjoyed working in the music and concert industry.
He is preceded in death by his father, Louis George; mother, Rosie Bautista; sister, Joan “Rosamund” George; brothers, Roland Ocanas & Christopher Benavides; & step-father, Cruz Benavides.
Michael is survived by his wife, Maria George; his son, Sabastian George; daughter-in-law, Nhi Nguyen George; sister, Rachelle Meza; brothers, Randall George, Reginald George & Robert Ocanas; his companion dogs Nacho & Nova; along with numerous other family members and friends.
Michael lived a happy and full life. His family and friends will deeply miss his stories, his musical talent and love. He did not want to be remembered with sadness and requested there be no traditional funeral.
The family will host a celebration of life service to honor him on Friday, February 3, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Brookside Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 13747 Eastex Fwy, Houston, Texas 77039.
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