George Maxson, 70, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016. He was born in La Junta, Colo., on Feb. 24, 1946. George graduated from Wasson High School, Colorado Springs, in 1964. He was employed by Safeway where he retired after 34 years. He married the love of his life, Margaret (Peggy) Schwab, on Feb. 14, 1970. They made their home in Berthoud, Colo., where they raised three strong girls. George truly loved his family.

George is survived by his wife Peggy, his daughters; Tracy Stewart (Dean), Kristin Hall, and Melissa Doherty (Joe), grandsons; Ryan Hall and Kyle Hall, granddaughters; Allison Hall, Avery Doherty and Isabelle Doherty, sisters; Nancy Rorabaugh (Tom/four kids), Barbara Griep (Stan/three kids), Anita Carner (Pete), Lenore and Tom Robertson, Candace Dill-Saport, Mark and Darren Dill, multiple cousins, nieces and nephews.

George is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Georgia Maxson, and his fur family, Hunter and Sammy. He will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Loveland, on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. with a reception to follow at the church.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church in Memory of George Maxson. Go to www.viegutfuneralhome.com for condolences.

Thank you from the George Maxson family for your love and support.