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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
SCHOBER, George Stanley - Born in Budapest to loving parents József/Joseph Schober and Livia/Lili Szántó, György/George and elder sister Marta/Martha enjoyed a happy childhood. Just before the outbreak of WWII, the family left and emigrated to Toronto, arriving in January, 1940.
After high school, George joined the Canadian Navy as a Midshipman and was sent for Naval Officer training in Greenwich, England.
He served during WWII and actively in the Korean War. He served a total of 48 years in the Canadian Navy (regular and reserve). In his second career, he was a Master Mariner in the Merchant Marine.
In
1954, George married Daphne Bissett and enjoyed almost 70 years of a very
happy marriage. They had many travel adventures throughout the world.
George was always a gentleman. He was very knowledgeable with a keen interest in history, geography, world events and was blessed with an incredibly accurate memory. An extrovert and always happy to chat. A dedicated family man, proud Canadian and our patriarch. He will be sorely missed.
No funeral service by George's request. In lieu of flowers, his family asks that donations be sent to First Open Heart Society of BC, Tetra Society of North America, or Power to Be. (The Victoria Times Colonist 02 Mar 2024)
Ships served in: HMCS ONTARIO - Appointed to ONTARIO 21 Jun 1948 as a Midshipman, RCN for training
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