Mr. George Thomas Panell, age 68, of Locust Grove, GA passed away November 9, 2017. George was born in Atlanta, GA the son of the late Delma Lorine Byrd Panell and Thomas Fitzhugh Panell. He was also preceded in death by sibling, Peggy Ann Ware, Brenda Panell, Eddie Panell and Doug Panell. George was a very simple laid back and easy going man who enjoyed spending time with family and friends and fishing. He had been employed by Kobo Pallets. Survivors are his niece who he lived with, Debbie and Peter Steerman of Locust Grove and several other nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, November 18, 2017 from 11:00 – 1:00 PM. Funeral service will be held in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 1:00 PM with Joseph McCanne officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. Haisten Funerals and Cremations, 1745 Zack Hinton Parkway S., McDonough, GA 30253 770-914-8833 www.haistenfuenrals.com