George H. Shawver, age 80, of Jordan passed away on Monday, May 4, 2020 at the Garfield County Nursing Home.
George was born July 10, 1939 in Jordan, Montana to George R. and Marguerite (Ryan) Shawver. He was joined 2 years later by a brother, Alvin. He went to Spring Creek School through 8th grade. He didn’t attend high school but later passed his GED test. He enlisted in the Army Infantry on October 5, 1956 at 17 years of age. While in the Army he earned his Parachutist Badge and was honorably discharged October 3, 1958 at 19. Following his discharge, he returned home and in August of 1959 he married Lena Haney. They had three children: Miles, Craig and Lois. George and Lena were later divorced and on March 10, 1973 George married Lucille Fisher. George was a lifelong Christian.
George spent his earlier years part time on the ranch and working in the Timber around Missoula, Montana. In the early 1980’s he moved back to the ranch and they spent some time working on neighboring ranching’s including the Brown Ranch at Sand Springs, Montana.
George enjoyed riding and driving horses and raising cows. He also enjoyed playing music with his violin or guitar and singing.
George was preceded in death by his wife Lucy, his parents George R. and Marguerite, a granddaughter Tiana Shawver and numerous aunts and uncles. George is survived by his brother Alvin and his wife Gloria and his sons: Miles Shawver, Craig (Tammy) Shawver and daughter Lois Carroll; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, May 8, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Hearts of Peace cemetery in Brusett, MT.
Condolences to the family may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
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Phil and Darlene says
Sending Condolences and Prayers to all of Georges Family
Bill/Madonna Ryan says
Sorry for your lost, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jackie Stroh says
Thinking of you all through this difficult time condolences and sympathy
Ken &Agnes Drane says
So sorry to hear about George our thoughts snd prayers are with his family
Karen Barnes says
My deepest sympathy in your loss of George – may all the good memories be a comfort to you at this sad time.
Darrell & Emma Higgins says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of George’s family at this time and the time to come. May God give you all strength and comfort as you endure the days to come.
Roxie Saylor says
We are thinking of you all during this sad time our thoughts and prayers Miles,Craig,and Lois.
Jo Ryan says
Miles, Craig & Tammy& Lois, Alvin & Gloria, My sincere condolences to you all. Treasure the memories.
CHERI and Tim Hafla says
Our deepest sympathy to all of George’s Family, thoughts and prayers for all of you..
John and Lillian Loomis says
We are so sorry for your loss! No more suffering , George is in Heaven rejoicing ! Sending our love and prayers !!
Carl & Pat Wallace says
Lois, Miles and Craig, As I said on Lois’s facebook page, We use to sing this old song with George, “This world is not my home I’m just a passin through”. We know he longed to be with his Savior, now he is. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you adjust to the loss of your dear Dad.
John and Doreen Bittle says
John enjoyed working with George in the woods. We also enjoyed spending time with him on the ranch. We are praying for all from Russia.
Mike McCracken says
Sorry for your loss. Blessings to you and yours. John 13:1b… having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end.