George Washington Malpass, 97, of Burgaw and formerly of Duplin County passed from his earthly life on Friday, December 15, 2017 at Laurels of Pender.

He was born May 11, 1920 in Duplin County, the son of the late Fred and Allie Nora Malpass.

George is survived by his beloved wife, Margie Rivenbark Malpass; brother-in-law and caregiver, Abner Rivenbark and his wife, Annie; and many extended family and friends.

Many will remember George as an excellent house painter in Duplin and Pender Counties. George served his country honorably in the US Army during WW II.

He and Margie spent many happy years together. His sunny smile and quiet sense of humor will remain in our hearts as he will be greatly missed.

Funeral service will be 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel followed by visitation with family. The Rev. Randy Little and The Rev. Gary Avery will conduct the service.

There will be a private burial at Riverview Memorial Park.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.