ALAN GEORGE

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ALAN GEORGE October 26, 1958 - May 30, 2009 It is with heavy hearts that we wish to announce the passing of Alan Scott George on Saturday May 30th, 2009, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Alan is survived by his beloved wife Judy; daughter Andrea (Daryl); daughter Nicole; son Ryan; mother June; brothers Bill (Karen), David (Andree) and Ralph; nieces Lianne, Vanessa and Stephanie; nephews Derek, Andrew, Michael and Leigh; and Aileen who was like a sister to him. He was predeceased by his father Henry Leigh. Alan was born and raised in Winnipeg, the youngest of four brothers. At the age of 19 he moved to Regina to begin work at SaskTel in the computer department , now the IT department, where he became known as Al. He spent his entire career there, enjoying the people he saw every day and taking great pride in the contributions he was able to make. Alan's first love was his family and he was extremely proud of all of them. He took great delight in spending time with them at Clear Lake, where he spent many hours waterskiing and driving his boat for family and friends. Alan always had a smile for everyone, including his pets. He made people feel welcome. Alan passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff on unit 3A for their kindness and compassion during this time. A Celebration of Alan's life will be held at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK on Thursday, June 4, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Regina Palliative Care Inc., 4F - 4101 Dewdney Avenue, Regina, SK S4T 1A5. Family and friends are invited to sign the online book of condolences at: www.regina-memorial.ca. Arrangements entrusted to Regina Funeral Home (306) 789-8850.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 02, 2009