I first met George in March 1975 my first day in a new job, it was the start of a 32 year working relationship.
I quickly learnt that he had a complex personality,and one that never suffered fools gladly,but there was a soft center.The job entailed us to work closely together and we probably saw more of each other than our own wife's and families during a normal working week. Our relationship was a bit like a good marriage,plenty of arguments then kiss and make-up.
George was very dependable, his mechanical knowledge was invaluable in our busy workshop.
He had a great sense of humor and would often have me in stitches especially when he mimicked customers and staff. He was a lover of books and history and was an expert on the military and the great wars.
George was a country boy at heart, often reminiscing on his early days in Upchurch and Rainham,It was always good to hear his stories.
He liked to remind me that the Catholic church I attended was built on his Grandad's allotment.
When George retired I really missed him. After my retirement it was good to occasionally get together and catch up, talk about old times,old cars and old friends.He was an inspiration at the way he had accepted and coped with his Parkinson's disease.
I would like to think that both our lives were enriched by working together over such a long,memorable and happy time.
On hearing George had peacefully passed away it was appropriate that I was able to light a candle and say a prayer, right there where his Grandad had that Allotment.
Rest in peace George.
I first met George in March 1975 my first day in a new job, it was the start of a 32 year working relationship.
I quickly learnt that he had a complex personality,and one that never suffered fools gladly,but there was a soft center.The job entailed us to work closely together and we probably saw more of each other than our own wife's and families during a normal working week. Our relationship was a bit like a good marriage,plenty of arguments then kiss and make-up.
George was very dependable, his mechanical knowledge was invaluable in our busy workshop.
He had a great sense of humor and would often have me in stitches especially when he mimicked customers and staff. He was a lover of books and history and was an expert on the military and the great wars.
George was a country boy at heart, often reminiscing on his early days in Upchurch and Rainham,It was always good to hear his stories.
He liked to remind me that the Catholic church I attended was built on his Grandad's allotment.
When George retired I really missed him. After my retirement it was good to occasionally get together and catch up, talk about old times,old cars and old friends.He was an inspiration at the way he had accepted and coped with his Parkinson's disease.
I would like to think that both our lives were enriched by working together over such a long,memorable and happy time.
On hearing George had peacefully passed away it was appropriate that I was able to light a candle and say a prayer, right there where his Grandad had that Allotment.
Rest in peace George.
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