Former track announcer J. George Moffatt of Grand Bend, Ont. passed away suddenly on Tuesday, Nov. 30 at South Huron Hospital. He was in his 91st year.
George was a former resident of London, Dorchester and Belmont. Beloved husband of Patricia “Pat” Moffatt (nee Champion). Loving father of Heather, John and Colleen. Also sadly missed by his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A long time London and area resident, George left the O.P.P. in 1960 and pursued business opportunities in radio advertising, owning and operating a successful furniture store in London. He ventured into the restaurant business, operating several restaurants in the London and Hensall areas. He was a well known horse race announcer, calling races at Windsor, Western Fair Raceway, Dresden and Clinton. George was an avid barbershop singer, forming and belonging to the Four Gents quartet that performed in the London area. George's strong love of music benefitted many church choirs in the Wingham, Dorchester and Belmont communities. He was an active volunteer in all the communities he lived in.
At Mr. Moffatt's request, cremation has taken place. A private family Interment will be held at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in London at a later date. Elliott-Madill Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.
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