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Thomas George Obituary
Mr. Thomas H. George, 86, of Salem, KY, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 30, 2025.
Thomas was a proud U.S. Navy veteran who deeply enjoyed traveling, hunting, going out to eat, spending time with his family, and had a special love for children. His warmth, humor, and generous spirit will be remembered by all who knew him.
He is survived by his loving wife, Terry DeBoe George of Salem, KY; his children, Thomas E. (Rochelle) George and Juanita Courtright, both of Marion, KY; sisters, Hazel Browning of Madisonville, KY, and Freda Watson of Marion, KY; and his grandchildren: Tom (Mary) Courtright, Dillon (Tenasie) Courtright, T.J. George, Charlee George, Brandon (Rheanda) DeBoe, Adam (Mandy) DeBoe, Trey DeBoe, Kirsten (Trevor) Howton, Daley (Jacey) DeBoe, Caden DeBoe and several great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Elizabeth (Bridge) George; his parents, Buel E. and Pearl J. (Brannam) George; and siblings, Ernestine Garrison, James Edward George, Mary Helen Conway, Juanita Fraley, Lucy Gibson, and Charles Wayne George.
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, July 02, 2025, in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, with Bro. Bryan Browning officiating.
Friends may visit with the family from 4:00 PM until the funeral hour in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.
Condolences may be shared online at boydfuneraldirectors.com
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