George Marvin Greer

Birth date: Jun 28, 1927 Death date: Sep 11, 2005

George Marvin Greer, 78, of Bella Vista, Arkansas, died Sunday, September 11, 2005 at his residence, in the presence of his family. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee to Dewey Raymond Greer, Sr. and Leila Catherine Smith Greer on J Read Obituary

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Jenny Collins (Cousin By Marriage)

371w ago

We are so sorry to hear about George. He was a very special person and Bubba and I loved him dearly. I remember our trip to St. Louis area in 1984 and we came by and stayed a couple of days in our camper. Geoff and Tina our daughter went canoeing. We really had a special time. After that, George sort of called him and Bubba, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. When he would call us he would always ask for the Kid. I will miss him deeply, and I know that George and Bubba are in their heavenly home having a big time with Aunt Woola. Love to all of you and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jenny

Vince Clark (Friend Of Greg Greer)

371w ago

Greg I can see now why fishing and the outdoor life were so near and dear to your heart. I have never met your father personally, but I have met him through you, he did his most important job quite well. May God bless and Take care, Vince.

Don And Janet Mcclead (Friend)

371w ago

George and his family were the first to befriend us as we moved into the community of Bay View. Our children were 1 and 1/2 and 4.

One of the memories, which is no surprise to you kids, is that he loved to cook chicken for frequent picnics.

We have stayed in contact with your dad, a truly beloved man, via e-mail and have joked between us that George wasn't great on letters, but loved to forward gems to us. We shall miss those gems.

The last letter we received was after a big and important move. He was happy in this move and was so very pleased to have the blessings of his children.

Greg was right on when he stated that George adored his children and grands! We also love his family.

So surprised with George's homegoing. Thanks for letting us know. He holds a special place in our hearts that is just the shape of George!

Love D and J

Willis P. Anderson (Friend)

371w ago

George was a dedicated Christian Scientist and served the Christian Science movement in many ways. My wife and I met George in St. Louis and became friends in the early 1990s. We were members of the same branch Church in Valley Park, Missouri. After moving to Springdale to become the Administrator of The Village, Inc., George encouraged us to move here which we eventually did. He chose one of the nicer homes for us to live in. We had many many social times together and also worked together in supporting The Village. As mentioned by others, George loved his four children and three grandchildren very very much. A few years ago George purchased a farm and extended an open invitation for us to visit when ever we could. We did that and often brought visitors with us from The Village who also enjoyed George's hospitality and the amenities of his farm. We all had many happy visits and were blessed with his generous distribution of veggies from his spacious gardens. No doubt, that his love of Christian Science, family, friends, and farming are still in active mode!

Shirley Collins Farino Byrd (Second Cousin)

371w ago

My dear Family and cousin's. Cous as George called me. My Dad, Edward Calvin Collins was the first grandchild. His Mother, Lestle Smith. Daddy's the one that named Aunt Woola who we all loved and cherished so very much, Aunt Leila the Mother of George. He couldn't say her name. He too spent most of his childhood in Mt. Ida with Great GrandMother Smith. And his stories of the love and good times, and working times there melted over to me and my brother Bubba, Ed Collins, Jr. My love of animals and the outdoors. At 63 yrs. I have a horse and a cat. And the greatest pleasure is being out in the woods, near to God, and riding the trails.
I remember Daddy telling me about the old mules he rode at Mt. Ida and he even made a special trip to take me and Bubba and our family's one summer to Mt. Ida. to show us where he spent so much of his childhood with his Grandparents.
I have three sons, Chris, Bobby and Mike Farino and one grandson Mikey. George and I stayed in touch by email. But, I didn't realize just how sick he was. I kept asking when I could come to Arkansas and bring my horse. lol
I visited George when he stilled live in St. Louis. I came up with my sister-in-law Joan Farino. When I told her George had passed, she described our visit, his cooking and how much we enjoyed ourselves with him. Once you met George you didn't forget him. I think that is a Smith/Collins/Greer trait. Remember the Family Re-unions at Sardis, Ms. and the T-Shirts. That was George's idea for sure.
My husband Ross died Oct. 11, 1984 and Daddy died Oct. 15, 1984. I really didn't know the world was going around. George came and stayed with me for a week. Helping me mentally and spiritually getting back together. To say that George was a special soul is an understatement. George worked in many ways in so many lives. My Grandmother and his mother were the only children, daughters of Betsy and Edward Smith. This family has grown and instilled that love of family in their children. I've seen it. I'm proud of it.
And I will miss my dear Cous George.

Ralph Godsy (Friend Of Greg's)

371w ago

I did not know about his passing. Thank you for sending this memorial page. Had not seen George for years until about 15 years ago when he moved to Arkansas and contacted me. We had a nice phone and email friendship. I was in Sunday School with Berta.

Berta, and all of the family, may you continue to rejoice in all the wonderful memories you have created and know that he is still progressing!

Sincerely,
Ruth

Carly Christie (Friend/ Merigold's Granddaughter)

371w ago

I didn't know George very well, but when I did meet him this past summer, he was a very kind-hearted man and I could tell he really loved everyone around him very much. He was very funny and always made me laugh when he would talk about my Grandmother.
I did have an odd experience when I went to Arkansas to see him. He had asked me to paint his toenails exactly like I had done my fingernails. So I did it and it was really weird. And at first I thought he was joking but then as time went on he kept asking me "So when am I going to get my toenails painted, Carly?" At first I thought it was strange but now I'm not so sure.
I may have not known him very well but I did love him very much. And I know he will be looking down upon us and smiling.

Kevin Points (Family Friend)

371w ago

We are very sorry for your family's loss. George meant so very much to my mom, and their renewed friendship brought her much joy over the last several months. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Mike Watkins (Friend)

371w ago

I thoroughly enjoyed my visits with George. His love for his family and "Little Dog" was very evident . I know he will be missed deeply.

Jack Mathis (Friend)

371w ago

George is the type of man that you are glad to know. He has a good sense of humor and is comfortable with spirituality. It comes natural to him. I never feel judged by George, and therefore am willing to share my more private thoughts with him. He is always ready, willing and able to tell the "real truth" about any situation. I know he calibrates high in his level of humanity, and I am sure he is making continued spiritual progress. None of the good he did for people is ever lost, and I am sure there are many lives he touched that we may never know. I will miss him until I hear from him and see him again. He is a good man.

Shirley Collins Farino Byrd (Second Cousin)

371w ago

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