Captain George C. "Joseph" Alward of Hessel went home to his heavenly father on Thursday, May 11, 2017, after a long and courageous bout with cancer.
He was born on December 1, 1941, to George and Frances (nee Hoban) Alward, and he grew up in St. Ignace. He graduated from LaSalle High School in 1960, lettering in football and track. George received a letter from Michigan State University to try out for football. He attended Ferris State University for one year.
Thereafter, George pursued his lifelong dream of becoming an ocean captain and sailed around the world. George began a sailing career with Arnold Transit Company, sailing from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island.
He led a very active life, teaching golf under Jim Flict and Jack Nicholas Schools. He also taught scuba diving, sailing, Nordic and alpine skiing. Additionally, he raced boats, formula cars, was an active skydiver, and an avid reader.
George was well known for his strong faith, passionately practicing with Jesus in mind, as he encouraged so many others to do. As Paul wrote, "George fought the good fight." He received much fulfillment in writing spiritual messages, which may yet be published. George was ready, are you?
In accordance with George's wishes, no services will be held.
Contributor: Cheryl Speaker (49057279)
He was born on December 1, 1941, to George and Frances (nee Hoban) Alward, and he grew up in St. Ignace. He graduated from LaSalle High School in 1960, lettering in football and track. George received a letter from Michigan State University to try out for football. He attended Ferris State University for one year.
Thereafter, George pursued his lifelong dream of becoming an ocean captain and sailed around the world. George began a sailing career with Arnold Transit Company, sailing from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island.
He led a very active life, teaching golf under Jim Flict and Jack Nicholas Schools. He also taught scuba diving, sailing, Nordic and alpine skiing. Additionally, he raced boats, formula cars, was an active skydiver, and an avid reader.
George was well known for his strong faith, passionately practicing with Jesus in mind, as he encouraged so many others to do. As Paul wrote, "George fought the good fight." He received much fulfillment in writing spiritual messages, which may yet be published. George was ready, are you?
In accordance with George's wishes, no services will be held.
Contributor: Cheryl Speaker (49057279)
Captain George C. "Joseph" Alward of Hessel went home to his heavenly father on Thursday, May 11, 2017, after a long and courageous bout with cancer.
He was born on December 1, 1941, to George and Frances (nee Hoban) Alward, and he grew up in St. Ignace. He graduated from LaSalle High School in 1960, lettering in football and track. George received a letter from Michigan State University to try out for football. He attended Ferris State University for one year.
Thereafter, George pursued his lifelong dream of becoming an ocean captain and sailed around the world. George began a sailing career with Arnold Transit Company, sailing from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island.
He led a very active life, teaching golf under Jim Flict and Jack Nicholas Schools. He also taught scuba diving, sailing, Nordic and alpine skiing. Additionally, he raced boats, formula cars, was an active skydiver, and an avid reader.
George was well known for his strong faith, passionately practicing with Jesus in mind, as he encouraged so many others to do. As Paul wrote, "George fought the good fight." He received much fulfillment in writing spiritual messages, which may yet be published. George was ready, are you?
In accordance with George's wishes, no services will be held.
Contributor: Cheryl Speaker (49057279)
He was born on December 1, 1941, to George and Frances (nee Hoban) Alward, and he grew up in St. Ignace. He graduated from LaSalle High School in 1960, lettering in football and track. George received a letter from Michigan State University to try out for football. He attended Ferris State University for one year.
Thereafter, George pursued his lifelong dream of becoming an ocean captain and sailed around the world. George began a sailing career with Arnold Transit Company, sailing from St. Ignace to Mackinac Island.
He led a very active life, teaching golf under Jim Flict and Jack Nicholas Schools. He also taught scuba diving, sailing, Nordic and alpine skiing. Additionally, he raced boats, formula cars, was an active skydiver, and an avid reader.
George was well known for his strong faith, passionately practicing with Jesus in mind, as he encouraged so many others to do. As Paul wrote, "George fought the good fight." He received much fulfillment in writing spiritual messages, which may yet be published. George was ready, are you?
In accordance with George's wishes, no services will be held.
Contributor: Cheryl Speaker (49057279)
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