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George Travis

 

George Lee Travis, age 79, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2018, surrounded by loving family at his home.

George was born July 15, 1938, in Clay City, the son of Chester and Marie (Bullard) Travis. He married Nancy Ann Stanford on September 29, 1962, at Harmony United Methodist Church south of Flora, and together they have shared 55 years of marriage.

George served in the U.S. Army in 1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis while stationed in Everglades National Park. After his discharge in 1967, George and Nancy remained in South Florida until retiring and moving to Flora in 2002. After 30+ years working in electrical supply sales, he retired from McDonald Electrical Distributors in 2002. George had been a charter member and trustee of the Village United Methodist Church in North Lauderdale, Florida, and after returning to Illinois in retirement, he and Nancy became members of Flora First United Methodist Church. George enjoyed working on computers, spending time gardening, and attending family reunions. His faithful friend and companion was his dog, Bosco, and without a doubt, his grandkids were his true pride and joy.

He is survived by his wife: Nancy Travis of Flora; a daughter: Angela Beth (Vincent) Scara of Flora; 3 grandchildren: Jacob Vincent Scara, Jessica Ann Scara, and Jewell Beth Scara; 1 great-grandchild: Nevaeh Jade; 1 brother: John (Linda) Travis of McLeansboro; 1 sister: Kay (Jim) Reynolds of Clay City; along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his in-laws, Frank and Jewell Stanford.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Flora First United Methodist Church, with visitation beginning at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial donations be given to either Clay County Cancer Support Group or Clay County Hospice. Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora assisted the family with arrangements.

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Janet Franklin

August 16th

So sorry....hugs and prayers. Dana & Janet Franklin

Bud & Linda Martin

August 16th

Nancy and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. George was one of the best. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless. RIP George

Glenda Cooper

August 16th

So very sorry you are all in my prayers.

Dorothy Uebinger

August 16th

I am so saddened Nancy. You are in my prayers. May George rest in peace.

Troy & Sandy Thomas

August 16th

So sorry for your loss Nancy. We will be thinking of your family in the days to come.

Greg & Diana Rutland

August 16th

Our prayers are with you. Greg & Diana Rutland

Cecelia Cardascio

August 16th

Prayers of comfort for George's family.

Gary & Debbie Perry

August 16th

Vince, Angela, & family - Sorry for your loss. God Bless all of you.

Lisa & John Haycock

August 16th

Praying for peace and comfort for your family in the days ahead. Loved his laughter....

Robbin Dickey

August 16th

Thoughts and prayers.....what a wonderful man Jesus has at his side. Bruce & Robbin Dickey

Sharon A. Gray

August 16th

Sorry for your loss Nancy. Prayers for you and your family.

Vickie Sachau

August 16th

George was a very good man. Prayers to the family.

Lori Draper

August 16th

Thinking of you at this time of sorrow and grief. Bryan and Lori Draper

Maria Pemberton

August 16th

Prayers of comfort for all the family. So sorry for your loss. Tom and Maria Pemberton

 

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