Priscilla (Pressie) George November 26, 1925 … June 21, 2009 It is with great sadness that the family of Pressie George announce her passing on Sunday, June 21, at the age of 83. Leaving to mourn with the fondest loving memories are her devoted husband of 61 years, Dougal George, her sons Bob (Patty) and Jerry (Tina); step-grandsons Tyler and Devan; brother Willis Baker (Kay), sister Sadie Davis, dearest friends Madeline Tulk, Elizabeth Colbourne, and Lizzie Maynard, as well as many nieces and nephews, and many friends. Pressie was pre-deceased by her parents, James and Caroline Baker, brothers Tom and Art, her sister Gertrude Thorne, and her beloved sister-in-law Helen George. Pressie was born in Lomond, Bonne Bay, and moved to Corner Brook with her family in her late teens. She and Dougal were married on April 15, 1948. Spending time camping and fishing with her family was her fondest pastime when her boys were young. Throughout her life, Pressie gave unselfishly of her time and talent to many volunteer organizations. Among these was the Red Cross Well Baby clinic at the old White House on West Street. She spent 11 years as a volunteer at the O’Connell Centre, and more than 20 years with the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, to which she was a life-time member. She was also a member of the Alter Guild and AYPA of Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Pressie was an accomplished seamstress and creator of crafts, as well as a trophy winning bowler. Later in life, two of the things she took the most pleasure in were spending time in her garden, and going for long drives, particularly “down the coast” to her beloved Lomond, as well as Norris Point and other Bonne Bay communities. Her quiet manner, wit, and loving concern for others will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The family would like to thank the Palliative Care staff at Western Memorial Hospital for their excellent care and compassion. Gratitude is expressed as well to Pressie’s caregivers. Visitation will take place at Fillatre’s Funeral Home on St. Mark’s Avenue on Tuesday, June 23 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm; and on Wednesday, June 24 from 2 to 4. A family service will take place at Fillatre’s chapel on Wednesday evening. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.