Was born on November 28, 1952. After many health battles, he departed life on March 11, 2023.
At an early age George professed Jesus as his Savior and he was baptized by the late Dr. CA Burrell at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church. George was educated in Pittsburgh Public Schools. He attended Lincoln University for his secondary education.
George was united in holy matrimony to Marcia Johnson in July 23, 1977.
George worked as a crane operator for US Steel, as an IOC Operator for AT&T, and customer service for Verizon Wireless. He was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed hunting and playing cards. He had a tremendous love for music especially his guitar. He enjoyed boxing, watching Jeopardy along with the Antique Roadshow. His personality brought joy to all he encountered.
He leaves to mourn cherish his memory his loving wife Marcia Johnson; his siblings Arnold (Martina) Johnson, Elizabeth Jackson, and Kellie Coles; his sisters in law Terry (Clayton) Robinson , Roslyn Williams, Diana Atkins, Ann Johnson, Minerva Thomas, and Gloria Johnson. He will be remembered fondly by his many nieces, nephews, numerous cousins, and two special young ladies he loved like daughters Candace and Courtney Keeton. He was proceeded in death by his parents, George and Violet Johnson; his brothers Roger and Vernon.