After a long and courageous bout with cancer, George Charles Paynter, Sr., 75, has been called on to his next work.
He died peacefully on March 13, 1996 in the home he built 43 years ago in old Granger.He was born March 26, 1920 in Alderson, Oklahoma to Horace and Oma Lucretia Paynter. He married Dorothy Lucas on April 24, 1943 in Virginia and weeks later fought valiantly for his country on the beaches of Italy.
After the war, George and Dorothy moved to Utah, where their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple.
George Paynter lived a passion for his faith, his family and his trade. As a craftsman and contractor, he built solid structures and lives.
George served steadfastly in the LDS Church. He loved the brotherhood of his faith.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughters, Marsha and Jane; sons, George, Jr. (Diane), Nelson (Patti), Dean (Merriloy), Marvin (Peggy); he has 21 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be on Monday, March 18, at 12 noon, at the Jordan North Fourth Chapel, 4270 South 4145 West, West Valley. Viewing on Sunday evening 7-9 p.m. at the Valley View Funeral Home, 4391 West 4100 South, and from 10:45-11:45 a.m. Monday.
Funeral directors, Valley View Funeral Home.
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