George M. Johnson

George M. Johnson Jr., 77, of 28 Berva Drive, Bradford, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, November 3, 2017.

Born September 3, 1940 in Bradford, he was a son of the late George M. and Elizabeth A (Anderson) Johnson Sr. He was a 1958 graduate of Bradford High School and had attended Paul Smith's College in Paul Smith NY.

On July 1, 1961 in the East End Presbyterian Church he married Shirley F. (Holden) Johnson who survives.

George was employed at Kendall Refining Company, Witco Corporation he retired as Plant Supervisor from American Refining Group after 43 years of total service. Following his retirement he was employed by Shultz Auto Group and Zippo Manufacturing.  At the time of his death he was working his dream job at The Lodge at Glendorn where he enjoyed educating and guiding guests using the experience, skills, and knowledge he gained as an avid sportsman, including skeet shooting, hunting, and fishing. He also had a passion for raising and training dogs and spent countless hours prepping and preparing the dogs for the upcoming hunting season.

George was active in the community as a former member of the Bradford Exchange Club, and the American Heart Association where he served as director and was instrumental in organizing and executing the American Heart Association Skeet Shooting fundraiser. He was a life member of the Bradford Gun Club and devoted much time to building and development of the existing club.

George was the former secretary/treasurer of the Venango Bird Dog Club, and the Grand National Grouse and Woodcock Futurity, he retired last year after 30 years of service. He was currently the secretary/treasurer of the Grand National Grouse and Woodcock Invitational Championship, in which the top 14 dogs in the country compete to win the championship. He was a member and served on the board of the Grand National Grouse Championship. In 2012 George was inducted into the Legends of the Coverdog World, with the plaque hanging in The Bird Dog Hall of Fame in Grand Junction TN.

Surviving in addition to his wife Shirley "Edith" of 56 years, are two daughters, Kimberly (Joe) Caldwell, of Bradford, and Kristin (Bruce) Young, of Springville NY., three grandchildren, Dr. Sarah Young of Northville Michigan, Kathleen Caldwell of Bradford, and Amanda Young of Chicago IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and beloved Jeanne "Gomie" Johnson.

Family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 from 3-5pm & 7-9pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 372 East Main St., where funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Wednesday with the Rev. Douglas Soley, retired Lutheran minister officiating. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the George Johnson Patron Memorial Fund, in care of, The Bird Dog Foundation, P.O. Box 774, Grand Junction TN, 38039 or the SPCA or a charity of the donor’s choice.

On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

I''m sorry, he was a nice man.
— Lois Hendryx

Shirley, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. I find myself remembering the times you two came to Iowa and Nebraska hunting and the fun that we had. George made a big difference in my life. Love, Duff and Teresa
— Duff Jensen

Shirley, Kim & Kris, I was sadden to see that George had passed. I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
— Cindi Childs (Mcgonnell) Gosenski

Edith I am so sorry about George. He was such a big help to ma and taught me so much. We used to but heads a lot but always respected each other. I never new how much he had taught me till I had to teach every one how to run the unit after he got pushed out. He had a heart of gold and compassion! I could go on and on. He will be missed! I am sending you this because I don''t do good at funerals.
— Nick& Ceil Magoon

Shirley, Kris and Kim, What a loss for all that knew George. We have such great memories of our trip to Nova Scotia & North Dakota to hunt birds and so many years ago to the State Skeet Shoots. George walked in some big shoes, that no one will be able to do. He will be missed. Brad & Sally
— Brad & Sally Mangel

George and I were buddies in high school. Shirley was, too. We were all in Mrs. Fahnstrom''s homeroom with others whose names began with g,h, j,k and l. He was a great guy. I''m sorry I won''t see him again.
— Bob Jarrett

Shirley and Kris, so sorry to see of George''s passing. Hugs to you both.
— Debbie Anthony

Shirley, from the first time we met at a field trial in Gladwin Mi. so many years ago, a bond (at least for my part) was set. And, for the past 20 some years George and I had what I’d call a special rapport. He was someone I felt could (and often did) call at almost any hour to bounce something off of when something was bugging me. He was a big man with a big heart, and will forever hold a special place in my memories. God speed George, the world is a poorer place with this loss. Roger & Norma Johnson
— Roger Johnson

Shirley I''m so sorry for your loss. When I saw you both last weekend it seemed to me that George was his usual friendly, kind, and helpful member of the trial community. He will be sorely missed.
— Tim Tufts

Shirley I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish I could be there with you, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers!
— Becca Hogle

I am sorry for your loss.
— Tina Weilacher

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to Edith and family. God must have needed someone to run the dog trials in heaven! God bless all as George watches over us now.
— Howard & JoAnn

Poppa, you were my savior, my rock, my best friend and my life will not be the same again. I will always love you! Kissa
— Kris Young

Shirley and girls, I am so sorry to hear of George''s passing. I loved this man. He was so good to me at the Refinery. Always kind and took the time to help everyone. He will be miss by all of us who were lucky enough to have known him.
— Yvonne Cattoni

Shirley and girls, I am so sorry to hear of George''s passing. I loved this man. He was so good to me at the Refinery. Always kind and took the time to help everyone. He will be miss by all of us who were lucky enough to have known him.
— Yvonne Cattoni

Condolences

  • I''m sorry, he was a nice man.

    — Lois Hendryx
  • Shirley, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. I find myself remembering the times you two came to Iowa and Nebraska hunting and the fun that we had. George made a big difference in my life. Love, Duff and Teresa

    — Duff Jensen
  • Shirley, Kim & Kris, I was sadden to see that George had passed. I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

    — Cindi Childs (Mcgonnell) Gosenski
  • Edith I am so sorry about George. He was such a big help to ma and taught me so much. We used to but heads a lot but always respected each other. I never new how much he had taught me till I had to teach every one how to run the unit after he got pushed out. He had a heart of gold and compassion! I could go on and on. He will be missed! I am sending you this because I don''t do good at funerals.

    — Nick& Ceil Magoon
  • Shirley, Kris and Kim, What a loss for all that knew George. We have such great memories of our trip to Nova Scotia & North Dakota to hunt birds and so many years ago to the State Skeet Shoots. George walked in some big shoes, that no one will be able to do. He will be missed. Brad & Sally

    — Brad & Sally Mangel