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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Vice president's wife Jill Biden to visit Umpqua Community College on Friday ... Sport crabbers could return to South Coast today ... Fire District 3 debuts new digs ... Vice president's wife Jill Biden to visit Umpqua Community College on Friday ... Sport crabbers could return to South Coast today ... Fire District 3 debuts new digs ... George A. Dwyer Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Apr. 24, 2015 at 7:29 AM Updated Apr 24, 2015 at 7:30 AM Posted Apr. 24, 2015 at 7:29 AM Updated Apr 24, 2015 at 7:30 AM » Social News George A. Dwyer George Ambrose Dwyer, 77, of Medford, Ore. passed away peacefully with loved ones at his side Tuesday, April 14, 2015 after a long battle with polycystic kidney disease. He was born January 8, 1938 to Ambrose and Virginia Dwyer of San Francisco , Calif. He served his country honorably in the United States Marines, after which he became a fireman with San Mateo County and the youngest to make Captain. He moved to Oregon and became a school teacher who was well liked by his students and had pride in giving guidance to them. Upon retiring he received his pilots license and he enjoyed flying his plane. He also enjoyed camping, ocean fishing, and working around their property. He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Jean; son, Bill Dwyer and granddaughter, Lauryn. He is also survived by his step-children, Neil (Karen) Tally, Debbie (Cliff) Knotts, Patti (Bill) Huss and 10 step-grandchildren, Joshua, Chandler, Delanie, and Bailee Tally; Britney, Ryan, and Tyler Knotts; and Kyle, Nick, and Courtney Huss. He loved them all. He also leaves two sisters, Elizabeth Dwyer and Margaret Lesley, and two nieces, Mary and Peggy and great-nephew, Josh. Rosie, his wire haired fox terrier was his special pooch and survives. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, James Bernard Dwyer. He touched the hearts of countless people with his kindness and compassion and will be missed beyond words. A special thank you goes out to Dr. Kenneth Stringer and Renal Care Consultants, the Davita Dialysis Center staff, Asante Hosp Intermediate Care unit, and Asante Ashland Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Southern Oregon Humane Society or Access. A private celebration of life was held for family and friends.. MailTribune.com Writer Posted Apr. 24, 2015 at 7:29 AM Updated Apr 24, 2015 at 7:30 AM You may leave your condolences or share memories by signing the Guest Book here » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2015 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501