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HATELY, George W. (1932 2007) - On November 29th George passed away peacefully at his home, overlooking his beloved view of Georgian Bay. As in life, George approached his fight against cancer with zest and determination, surrounded by family and friends. George is survived by his wife and best friend Jean, children Wendy, Drew (Tara) and Kerry (Dan), sisters Joyce, and Carole (Carl), mother-in-law Aileen and the apples of his eyes: grandchildren, Nicole, Nathan, Grace and Olivia. Throughout life George's gentleness and humble nature, accompanied by a contagious upbeat personality, always seemed to bring out the best in us all whatever the occasion. George treasured the company of family and friends, and thrived on the opportunity to share a tale or two, or even three. George had a passion for his work and not only enjoyed both the challenges and the opportunities, but the many people he worked with as he built his career servicing the steel industry worldwide for nearly 20 years. Life never stood still and George filled his retirement years with volunteer work, golfing, skiing, travelling and helping Jean in the gardens. The highlight of his retirement was his watercolour painting. His passion to paint led him to be both a student and a teacher of his craft and he truly enjoyed sharing his art with his family and community. George continued to pursue his passion with vigor, finishing his last painting only six weeks ago. Throughout the eighteen months he battled his illness, George maintained his spirit for life with a positive nature and a love of sharing each and every day with family and friends. The family wishes to express their gratitude to their dear friends, Cannon Tom, Rev. Heather, the professional staff at the ODETTE Cancer Centre at Sunnybrook, the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital and Dr. O. Halloran for their support and kindness over the last year and a half. Donations can be made to the ODETTE Cancer Centre at Sunnybrook. The Collingwood General and Marine Hospital and the Canadian Cancer Society. There will be a visitation at the family home, 49 Madeline Drive, Collingwood, on Sunday December 9th from 2 5 pm and a celebration of life service at All Saints Anglican Church, 32 Elgin St. Collingwood on Monday December 10th at 1 pm, reception to follow. For information, directions, remarks or condolences please visit www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com or www.allsaintscollingwood.com 10921727