George Kimery

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Dale McPherson
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George Kimery

Post by Dale McPherson »

We lost our friend George Kimery a couple weeks ago. I will miss my friend.
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Jerry Van Hoose
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Post by Jerry Van Hoose »

I’m deeply saddened to hear this news. I was waiting to hear from George as I had just recently moved back home to Tennessee. Tammy and I were looking forward to having dinner with both, George and Connie at our favorite restaurant in Pigeon Forge. My sincerest of condolences to George’s family and his special friend, Connie. May George rest in peace. Here is a link to George’s obituary.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituar ... y-11149442
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Larry Dering
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Post by Larry Dering »

Oh no. I'm seriously shocked by this tragedy. I had several conversations with George and we shared a common bond looking for better tone. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed.
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Jerry Overstreet
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Post by Jerry Overstreet »

Thanks for posting this Dale. I had not heard. I met George at Jeffran College in April 1980. We were in the same intermediate level class.

Nice fellow, good player. RIP Geroge. Condolences to the family and friends.
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David Ball
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Post by David Ball »

George lived near where I live, and we got together a few times. Did some trading, played some tunes. He's actually the only other steel guitar player who has been over to the house. Anyway, good guy. Hate to hear of his passing. RIP George.

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Richard Sinkler
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Post by Richard Sinkler »

Sad news indeed. I had many conversations over the years with him. I will miss him. RIP my friend.
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gary pierce
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Post by gary pierce »

I always liked his post in search of amps and will miss him.
Prayers for his family
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Rick Campbell
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Post by Rick Campbell »

George was a good guy. Not only a great musician, but a master craftsman. He built stage illusions for magicians, and was very respected in that field also.

RIP my friend,


RC
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Tony Edwards
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george kimery

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I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. I met George one time when I sold him an amplifier. What a nice guy! We ate lunch together at The Moose Cafe in Asheville, NC. We talked on the phone and messaged one another. It was my pleasure getting acquainted with George and Connie. Connie, my condolences to you, sweet lady! May the Lord speak a peace which passes all understanding. RIP George.
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Post by Dave Mudgett »

Very sorry to hear about George. We never met in person, but always had good interactions with him here on the forum. RIP George.
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Charley Hill
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Post by Charley Hill »

George and I drove to the Dallas Steel Show one year. What a great guy and he will be missed by many.

RIP

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Gary Watkins
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Post by Gary Watkins »

George and I did some selling, buying and tradings over the years. He was one of the good ones and will be missed!
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Jeff Neal
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Post by Jeff Neal »

Dale thanks for letting us know. This was a shock as he was wanting to meet up and try out my Quilter amp. He was one of the few East Tn steel players that are left. Great guy and always enjoyed the conversations I had with him. RIP
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Tony Dingus
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Post by Tony Dingus »

I sure hated to hear about George's passing. I always enjoyed talking to him and seeing things he would build for steel players. Prayers for his family.

Tony
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Mark Robinson
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Re: george kimery

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Tony Edwards wrote:I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. I met George one time when I sold him an amplifier. What a nice guy! We ate lunch together at The Moose Cafe in Asheville, NC. We talked on the phone and messaged one another. It was my pleasure getting acquainted with George and Connie. Connie, my condolences to you, sweet lady! May the Lord speak a peace which passes all understanding. RIP George.
Wow Tony, same for me.

I sold George an amp and we met at the Daniel Boone Inn, twice. George was as kind as they come.

Sincerest condolences to his family.
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Steve Leonard
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Post by Steve Leonard »

So sorry to hear of George’s passing. My prayers go out to his friends and family.
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