George Mortimer passed away quietly on March 17, 2012 at the age of 95 years. George is survived by his son Alex (Denise); numerous grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Alma “Betty”, after 64 years of marriage, son-in-law Ken Miller, Grandson Kevin Mortimer and daughter Mary Miller.
George was born in Miniota, Manitoba in 1916 and married his school sweetheart in 1939. They resided in Brandon, Manitoba until 1965 after which they moved to Calgary, where they spent the rest of their years.
During the war he proudly served his country as an artillery instructor.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at SOUTH CALGARY FUNERAL CENTRE, 12700 Macleod Trail South, (at Lake Fraser Gate) Calgary on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 2P5