Mable I. George

Mable I. George, age 93, of La Grande, died Thursday, November 24, 2005 at her home. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at Daniels Chapel of the Valley. Committal and interment will follow at the Hillcrest Cemetery. Viewing will be held on Monday, November 28, 2005 at Daniels Chapel of the Valley from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m.

Mrs. George was born on February 9, 1912, the daughter of Henry and Hattie (Wade) Nollsch in Havana, Kansas. The family moved to Oregon in 1922 and lived in the Rock Creek and Muddy Creek areas of Baker County. She married Paul E. George on November 2, 1932 in La Grande and they made their home in Union. In 1942 they moved to Huntington where Mr. George worked for the railroad. While living there she was active with the PTA and was President of the Rebekah Lodge. In 1946 they moved to La Grande. He preceded her in death in 1988.

Mrs. George enjoyed outdoor activities, particularly camping, berry picking and mushroom gathering. She also enjoyed visiting with relatives and friends.

Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Audrey and Willis George of Umatilla; son, Rod George of La Grande; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Brothers, Henry, Charlie and Guy Nollsch and sisters, Oma George, Virgie Doty and Lila Bell preceded her in death.

Those who wish may make contributions in memory of Mrs. George to the charity of one's choice in care of Daniels Chapel of the Valley, 1502 7th Street, La Grande, Oregon 97850.