George Hollingsworth
August 27, 2013
George Alvin Hollingsworth, 77, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2013, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. Services will be held 3:30 p.m., Saturday, August 31, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street with visitation one and one-half hours prior.
George had a very full and happy life. He was born November 3, 1935, in Des Moines, IA, to Harry and Mary Hollingsworth. He graduated from East High School, and in 1953 married Nancy, the love of his life. They were blessed with a son and the family shared a very close relationship. The family grew by two grandchildren, and then three great-grandchildren. George was the best grandpa a child could have. Family was always a priority for George.
George started his first job at age 20 in Story City, where he worked for a furniture factory. The furniture industry was where he worked the bulk of his younger career other than working as a West Des Moines Police Officer for two years. George then returned to the furniture industry and worked in DeWight, IL, Chicago, IL, and Rogers, AR. Rogers was not the place for George as it was a dry county. ? The family then moved back to Des Moines where he bought a bar and grill, King’s Wood Inn located at 4th and Grand, which he ran for two years. George finally found his niche at Carlson Industrial Supplies where he worked for twenty plus years. This position involved some wonderful travel, but George missed home and decided to open Des Moines Paper and Supply. He sold that business at age 65 when he retired. Not one to sit still, George took a part-time position with Southeast Polk School in maintenance, and later with the Altoona Hy-Vee, delivering flowers. He said delivering flowers was the most rewarding job ever since he always received a smile and a thank you.
For fun, George enjoyed playing lots of golf at Terrace Hills Golf course; and he and Nancy made many friends at the Elk’s Lodge.
We will all be glad when we see him again (and we will). Until then, his memory will be cherished by his wife, Nancy; son, Mark; granddaughter, Keri N. Hollingsworth; great-grandchildren, Hennasie and Tatum Hollingsworth and Trehver Wright; sister, Flora and brother, Lloyd, and many wonderful friends and family. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Merwin and Willis; sisters, Enid and Myrtle; and grandson Chad Hollingsworth.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of George.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Bob & Sue Vignovich
09/01/2013
Nancy and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. To say we adored George would be and under statement. He was a wonderful man, husband, dad, grandfather, great-grand farther and friend. We will miss him dearly, but he will never be forgotten. God Bless
Linda Cook
08/31/2013
I met him at the Southeast Polk District office. It was a pleasure knowing him. I'm so sorry for your loss. He will be missed
Sheila Cochran Ploeger
08/31/2013
I have known George and the Hollingsworth family for over 30 years, and I adored George. He had the best outlook on life, loved his family and was funny! I remember his jokes from years ago....Nancy, I will never forget our special lunches and so much appreicate my friendship with George and your family. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten!
Dale Eeling
08/31/2013
Nancy and family, so very sorry for your loss, I so enjoyed working with George on the Elks golf tournament,he was so much help and friendly to have on the team, he will be greatly missed. God Bless you all.
gary.kruse
08/29/2013
I grew up being around George and Nancy as one of marks many friends I will never forget flying down to Texas and driving back with mark and George in classic blue thunder bird.he was proud of it.he will be missed but many great memories.
Jessica Cotten
08/29/2013
Mark and family so sorry for your loss i can remember when George would take us to school with coffee in hand many years ago
Doris Anderson Davis
08/29/2013
George and I have been friends since we were in elementary school at Longfellow School, many,many years ago. He was a fun-loving boy, and grew into a good and gentle man. He will be missed.
Judy and Rodger Bruce
08/29/2013
He will be missed by all. His wonderful smile will always light up a room and be a memory and his love for his family and wife Nancy will never be forgotten. Nancy he will always be there for you as all your family and friends at this time. With sincere love and sympathy God will be there for the hard times and that smiling Angel George will help you get through these next few hours of on your shoulder. Trust in your strength and the love you shared with him.
Love you...Judy and Rodger Bruce
Carmen Ramirez
08/29/2013
Nancy, Mark, Keri and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss.
He was such a wonderful guy, and that smile! His smile could light up an entire room!
He will be greatly missed, by all.
Myself and the boys' sympathy and condolences are with you. I'm so sorry we won't be able to make it to the funeral. Just know we're thinking of you.
Love you guys!
Carmen Ramirez
Ray Modlin
08/29/2013
Mark,and familyI I'm so sorry for your loss. I want you to know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We are thinking of you.If there is anything we can do for you and your family please let me know
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Jason Garnatz
08/28/2013
Nancy,
I'm stunned to hear of George's passing. I never knew what your last name was and my heart sanked when I saw George's obit and his picture.
Please know that your family will be in my prayers in the coming days.
God Bless,
Jason Garnatz
Barb Wright
08/28/2013
Nancy, and family words cannot express how I feel for the loss of your beloved George, all I can say is I will be their if you need me, will never forget how kind you were to me when I lost Ollie will never forget what a kind and loving person you are. you will be in my Prays love , Barb