George L. Elliott

George L. Elliott of Hastings, Michigan, passed away at the age of 84, June 15, 2017 at Pennock Hospital with his family at his bedside.

George was born June 2, 1933 in Boston Township, Ionia County, Michigan, the son of Jesse Elliott and Margaret (McGrath) Sole.

George attended Woodland High School until 10th grade. He served in the United States Army from 1953-1955 in the 8th Division, rank PFC Motor Pool, where he received his GED. As a young boy, he worked the family farm. George retired from Hastings Piston Ring in 1986.

George married Joan Henney November 7, 1970. They enjoyed 45 years together traveling, camping, fishing, hunting, mushrooming, trail riding, snowmobiling, and playing cards. George enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. After George retired, he spent 20 winters in Florida, 2 months a year in Mesick and summers camping at lake property with family and friends. George enjoyed mowing his lawn and working in his woodshop, where he made furniture, pictures, napkin holders, beds and clocks for family and friends.

George was preceded in death by wife Joan (Henney) Elliott, step son Phil Springer, daughter Vickie Goodenough, Parents Jessie Elliott and Margaret Sole, brothers Bill (William) Elliot, Robert Elliott, and sister Shirley Root.

George is survived by his sons Quinton (Nicole) Elliott, George (Deb) Elliott, daughters Val (Sonny) Wells, Julie Elliott, sisters Doloris Ost, Helen Babcock, Joann Kidder, Joyce Jefferys, Sharon Karr, Brother Richard Elliott, 11 grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a private viewing for children and grandchildren. A Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at Girrbach Funeral Home 328 South Broadway Street, Hastings, Michigan, with visitation one hour prior to service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. To leave on line condolences visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.