George was born on January 20, 1919 in Glen Rose, Texas. He grew up as the oldest son in a family with one sister and two brothers. Following graduation from high school, he worked in the Glen Rose area and began dating a local girl named Daisy Ryals.
After Pearl Harbor and realizing he was headed to the army, George and Daisy eloped and got married on December 21, 1941. George and Daisy would go on to have five children: Vivian, Wayne, Jerry, Terry, and Kathy.
After the war, George returned to the states and began a career with the International Boundary and Water Commission initially as a surveyor and finally as Project Superintendent of the El Paso District. His career landed them in various locations in Texas including Alpine, Marfa, Del Rio, McAllen, and finally El Paso.
George retired in 1973 and began a new career of hobbies including woodworking, rock polishing, jewelry making, and travel. For over 40 years, George and Daisy traveled the US, wearing out three travel trailers in the process.
George was predeceased by his three siblings, his daughter-in-law Diane, and his son-in-law Winston. He is survived by his wife Daisy, his five children, sixteen grandchildren, thirty-eight great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.
There will be a celebration of life at St. Marks Methodist Church in El Paso (5016 Love Rd) on September 16 at 2:00PM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your favorite charity. Cards can be sent to the residence at 325 W. Sunset Rd. (El Paso, 79922).
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FunerariaDelAngelMartin.com for the May family.
