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George Lewis Short

Passed 03/01/2021

Obituary For George Lewis Short

George L. Short, 76, of Henrico, died March 1, 2021. Surviving are his wife, Mary E. Short; daughter, Hope M. (Lakiri) Holman; four sons, Antonia E., Pierre L. (Melinda), Phillip D. (Kendall) Short and Paul M. McWilliams; 15 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; brother, Lawrence (Gladolis) Short; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Tuesday, March 9 from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. A private funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 10 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Bishop Lylton C. Crenshaw, officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Live streaming at www.scottsfuneralhome.com There will be no repass following ceremony. Please respect the families' wishes at this time. Watch Video here: https://vimeo.com/522036016


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💒 Hi Mary & Family, Relatives, Friends, Classmates, Coworkers, Choir, Quartet, etc. Peacock strutting down Memory Boulevard w/Flashbacks in Living Color...precious memories embracing fond 💐floral bouquets of George's Triple A+ Rendition of "This Little Light of Mine" over 54 yrs ago knocked me out then & now...until "Wesley's Wuppets Remix"(smiles) 😂...Purcell & Carol Hawkins Weaver "wooed" me to accompany them to a Gospel Program where George was the Lead Singer in a Quartet ...decked out in green suits, ties, hankies, shoes, etc....Closing out w/stomping His Foot & chanting GREAT GOD ALMIGHTY❣️❣️ LuvYa Deaconess Dr. Sannie & Deacon Haywie(D); D'Vetrio/Stacie & D'Mitri; "A," D'Vetrio Jr., Danae, Davi & SBCS-S(VP/P'96-'02). 💟 To God Be the Glory of Glories (Psalm 115:1&2/Galatians 1:5-15) & Our God is Our Rock of Rocks in All Seasons (Psalm 18:2/Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) ✝️

Sending Prayers and condolences to the family of our dear neighbor Mr.George Short -The Brown Family (Ellen & Ernest Brown)

May George rest in peace and power. George was a person of impeccable character. Cleo Graham

Love you Papa.May GOD grant you eternal peace.Keevil

Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers. Cherish the memories. May God surround you with peace that surpasses all understanding. Love Always Joyce Horton

My heart and prayers go out to Mrs. Short, Hope, Phillip and the rest of the family. Today is a celebration of a life for special man. ❤ Wanda

Always a smile, always a kind word, forever in our hearts! Rest well Uncle George, we will forever say your name. Family, we are thinking of you and praying too, for the kind of peace that only God can grant. Leon & Cathy Short

So sorry to hear about the lost of a good friend and great singer, I know he is singing up there in the choir with Deacon Vine and James Thompson of The Holy Gospel Singers, may God bless your family, Clarence Keith of The Holy Gospel Singers.

Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Lester and Aunt Roberta

Shelton and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you during this most difficult time. We pray that the peace of GOD will grip you and hold you tight as your heart heals. We love you and please know that you are always in our thoughts and prayers especially as we reflect on the memories of you and Uncle George. May he rest in eternal peace.

My name is Ernest Burson brother of Louis Burson who was a very good friend of George, I live in Boston. My condolences to the family, may George RIP

Your time with us was very well spent,my family was and still is blessed to have had you in our lives as a friend, brother and my Godfather and I just want to thank you and Mary for your major part in raising me,keeping me safe and being there for myria who I've never seen show her sadness in public the day she was told of godfathers passing. George your home now and we all will see you again in do time I love you and always miss you. Your goddaughter Troy Raquel Hardy and family

My sincere sympathy to the Family. You are in my prayers.

My condolences to the family of Mr.George Short.The Nero Family.

Our deepest condolences to the Short Family. Sending our Love and Prayers. The Parks Family

May the Lord's blessings be with you all during these pressing times. Know that, his legacy has crossed generations, and his teachings have affected the world. God Bless. Prayers are with you all.

Our deepest condolences to Mrs Mary and the Short Family. We have been neighbors for so long that we`re now considered family. Mr. George always greeted you with a smile and we will cherish our mailbox chats and time spent with you two in the backyard. The Jordan Family

To Mary,daughter,sons, and grandchildren.Sorry for the loss of someone so dear.He was a great husband, father and grandfather.A friend to all that knew him. But at this time of loss know that the LORD walks with you and he will be your comforter. PSALM 145:18-The LORD is close to all who call on him.

So sorry to hear about your loss

So sorry to hear about your loss

Sending my love and sympathy to the family .

My deepest and sincere condolences to George Lewis's family. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. You are certainly in my thoughts, my heart and my prayers. God Bless.🌹❤🌹 Doris Vincent Garner Garysburg, NC

Rest in peace Uncle "George" Shirley Short & Family

I am truly sorry for your loss, I am keeping your family in my prayers. Geraldine Jackson

Our deepest condolences to your family. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers. (Burson Family)

Praying for the family!

Mary, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the passing of your husband. Hold fast to the precious memory of the life you shared. May you find peace and solace in the tender, loving care you provided. In the days, weeks and months ahead, may you all find peace in knowing the God is near the brokenhearted; blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. Know that He has also promised that "as your days, so shall your strength be." (Deuteronomy 33:25) and that nothing can separate us from God's abiding love (Romans 8:37-39).

We love you Papa may you Rest In Peace.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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