Richard F. George, Sr.

East Greenbush- Richard F. George, Sr., 77, of East Greenbush passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Richard was born in Albany and was the son of the late James L. and Mary Bevlaqua George. In his younger years, Rich loved horses and would participate in many horse shows. He also enjoyed playing golf, but his biggest joy was taking his sons and grandsons hunting and fishing. He was an avid outdoorsman and spent many summers camping on Saratoga Lake. Rich was a retired mason, working at various locations throughout the capital district.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Connie George. Father of Richard F. (Diane) George, Jr. and Michael D. (Christine) George, Sr. Loving grandfather of Anthony (Jennifer) George, Richard (Nicole) George, III, Michael George, Jr., Nicholas (Amanda) George and Isabella George. Great grandfather of Thomas George and Benjamin George.

Brother of Mary Lovely, Suzanne Paige, Donna Brothers, Dolores (Mike) Roberts, Shelly (Bob) Hackel, John (Darlene) George and the late James George, Dennis George and Sherry Montanye. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the W.J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home 1700 Washington Avenue Rensselaer Friday morning at 10AM. All are welcome to attend. Relatives and friends are invited and may call to the funeral home Thursday, May 12th from 4-7PM. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush.