March 13, 1951 ~ January 25, 2017

George Stallings, beloved brother and uncle, 65, died January 25, 2017, and was drafted to play in the HBL (Heavenly Basketball League).

George was born to Lowell G. and Margaret Grow Stallings, and grew up milking cows and hauling hay on the family dairy farm in Eden.

He rode Lou Burley’s bus to school in Ogden for many years. Lou was his special friend.

George loved to read the newspaper and watch football. He was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan, and kept up on college basketball. He loved baseball, bowling, fishing and snowshoeing.

George had many friends who remembered his birthday, made him smile and put up with his teasing. His watercolor painting class with Jaime Capener was a highlight of his life. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Thanks to all of you who reached out to George in friendship, and especially to those who stood up for him in the face of social injustice and discrimination.

The family would like to thank so many who cared for George, including the staff and residents of Stoney Brooke of Eden, for their friendship and care. Thanks to Kelci, Curry, Dee and all the Brighton Hospice staff.

George is survived by his sisters: Jan Wight (Richard), Sharon Vause (Brad), Sandra Jenkins (Dave); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral service to celebrate George’s life will be Saturday, January 28, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the Huntsville Stake Center, 6500 E. 1900 N., Eden. The viewing will be from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.