Maggie S. George

Mother Maggie S. George, the daughter of the late Martin and Mary Stanley was born August 25, 1912 and departed this life June 22, 2009 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, in Smithfield, NC. She was the wife of the late Rev. Abraham George. She worked many years for Sylvania before becoming a homemaker.

Mother Maggie George leaves to cherish her memories, one dedicated daughter, Maggie M. Dixon (James) of Four Oaks, NC and one son, Horace George (Evelyn) of Smithfield, NC. Preceding her in death are two sons, Rev. Carson George (Margo) of Four Oaks, NC and Archie George (Ella) of Selma, NC, and five great grandchildren.

Maggie George also leaves her precious memories to 24 grandchildren, including two very special grandsons, dear to her heart, Michael Benton Jr. and Thurman Ruffin Jr., 53 great grandchildren, 30 great great grandchildren, and a host of nephews, nieces, and friends.

Services for Mrs. George will be handled on Friday, June 26, 2009. There will be a Wake at 1:00 pm at Red Hill United Church of Christ in Clayton, NC with the service to follow at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Smithfield, NC.