ATHOL — George W. Bliss III died Wednesday, August 16, 2018, in St. Vincent Hospital after a period of declining health.
George was born September 27, 1950, in Hanover (Fort Dix), New Jersey, son of the late George W. and Martha (Bestle) Bliss, Jr., previously of Westminster, MA. An only child, George grew up in Germany and attended Ludwigsburg American High School. His family returned to the states when his father retired after 33 years in the U.S. Army. Living in several local area towns, George eventually moved to Athol and lived there for over 30 years.
George enjoyed photography. He had a deep interest in electronics and computer installations and repair. George was a ham radio licensed operator, KB1FCB, and a past member of the Mohawk ARC, MARS – Military Amateur Radio Systems and NAAR – National Assoc. for Amateur Radio. He was quite a prankster; he loved decorating for Halloween and Christmas.
George leaves three children, George and his wife Laurie of Palmer; Martin and his fiance Michelle of Brookline, N.H.; Christina of Gardner; his ex-wife, Theresa Dattolo of Gardner; one grandchild, Natasha Lynn and one great-grandson, Caleb. George had a very good friend, John Gawronsky of Athol, who shared an interest in ham radio.
There are no calling hours. Burial will be private at St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Fitchburg, MA, where his parents and paternal grandparents are.
There was no funeral home involved and the family took personal responsibility for the respectful and legal disposition of George’s remains.
To send a condolence, please post to George’s facebook page.