George E. Shattuck Jr.

Whitehall-George E. Shattuck Jr., 71, of Whitehall, NY passed away on August 23, 2022 with his three daughters by his side.  Born November 21, 1950 to the late George Sr. and Marion Shattuck, he was the first of seven children.

After graduating high school in 1969, he was drafted by the US Army and served his country in the Vietnam War.  He then went to weld for Riblet Components for 33 years, he also welded for a few years with Champlain Stone before retiring.

Family was most important to George.  Between his daily backroad travels; you could find him stopping house to house to visit siblings, his kids, and grandkids.  While a man of few words, he made sure those who meant the most to him knew it.  As a father and grandfather, he never missed a chance to show his support at sporting events, which he never missed.  He was an avid New York Yankees and Buffalo Bills fan. he also enjoyed hunting, fishing, listening to music and the “DUMB SCANNER”.

George is predeceased by the love of his life Roseanna. We can only hope they are together somewhere dancing and playing cards.  He is survived by his daughters Melissa (Ken) Rich, Stephanie (Matt) Austin, Krystle Kent (Eric); Grandchildren Tyler Shattuck, Sawyer Austin, Brady Kent, Izabella Kent; his brothers, sisters, and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may call from 2pm to 4pm on Sunday August 28th at the Jillson Funeral Home Inc., 46 Williams St., Whitehall, NY.  A graveside service will be conducted at 11am on Monday August 29 in the Greenmount Cemetery, with Pastor Kevin Gebo of the Truthville Church officiating.

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