George W. Green

January 3, 1941 - May 25, 2019

Biloxi, MS- George W. Green, 78, of Biloxi, passed away suddenly on May 25, 2019. George was born in Albany, NY on January 3, 1941 to Orville and Anna Green. He served four years in the United States Navy before beginning a career in the car hauling industry. He worked for Teamsters Local 294 for thirty one years, eighteen of which as a shop steward. Upon his retirement, he moved to Mississippi where he has resided for the last nineteen years. In his free time he enjoyed golfing and gambling (aka making many monetary donation to Treasure Bay Casino). He was also a long time friend and fan of “The Killer” Jerry Lee Lewis. He left a lasting impression on those he met and his sense of humor and wit will surely be missed. He leaves behind the love of his life, Shirley as well as his loving children, George T. Green (Suzi) of Illinois, Cynthia M. Mahar (Mark) of TX and Jerry Lee Green (Carol) of TX, Grandchildren Shannah Westfall, Hillary Green and Ryan Green, Great Grandchildren, Kassidy, Colin, Caden, Ethan, Riley and Shalynn who miss their “old man” dearly. The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Dawkins, Dr. Gruich and all of his golfing buddies at Sunkist including, Jerry Vos, Mitch Jones and Karen Cooley. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with George’s family Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 N. Allen St., Albany. A Prayer Service will be held at 11: 00 am in the funeral home. Interment will immediately follow in Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont. To leave a message for the family, obtain directions or view other helpful services please visit www.mcveighfuneralhome.com.