George Cameron

George Earl Cameron was born to the union of Wilmer Cameron, Sr. and Elizabeth Clark Cameron on September 15, 1946 in Talladega, Alabama. George accepted Christ at an early age and united with Lane Chapel C.M.E. Church. He was educated in the Talladega County School System where he was a graduate of Ophelia S. Hill High School. Once completing his formal education, George enlisted in the US Army proudly supporting his country during the Vietnam War. Prior to his honorable discharge, George was the recipient of several medals, citations, badges, and awards including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 1 Bronze Service Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Devices, Bronze Star Medal, and Army Accommodation Medal. After returning to civilian life, George later enrolled at Central Alabama Community College where he earned his degree as a skilled carpenter. He could build just about anything he put his mind to. For many years, George worked with his brother-in-law in the construction industry building houses. He later retired from the Anniston Army Depot after over 30 years of dedication in several departments. As George traveled through his blessed 76 earthly years, he met his soulmate, the former Ms. Marilyn Truss, and on September 15, 1978, the two became one when they were united in Holy Matrimony sharing over 44 years of inseparable marital bliss with the blessing of two loving children, Nicholas and Marsha. George loved Marilyn and Marilyn loved George until the very end as she was the best wife/caregiver a husband could ask for. The love she has for George will continue along with all the fun memories in the years to come. George was a dedicated and loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, brother-in-law, and uncle. He had a passion for fishing and would prefer to fish alone if anyone planned on joining him that would disturb his concentration. He took fishing seriously and considered it a real job. When he was not out on the banks fishing, you could find him reading or playing solitaire. George was an avid sports fan who loved baseball and had a divided heart when it came to the Alabama Roll Tide and the Auburn War Eagles. In his younger days, George could pitch a NO HITTER at any given time. He loved and stayed true to the game of baseball. Not only was George a wonderful husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle, but he was also a great friend to many. George's soft-spoken voice and humble spirit will live on in the hearts of all his family and friends and he will truly be missed. On Friday morning, June 9, 2023, God called George from labor to eternal rest while under the care of Amedisys Hospice in the comfort of his home as he was peacefully resting in the arms of his loving wife. Preceding him in death were his son, Nicholas Cameron, parents, Wilmer Cameron, Sr. and Elizabeth Cameron, his thirteen siblings, John Cameron, William Cameron, Henry Cameron, Joe Cameron, Billy Cameron, Tommie Cameron, Virginia McElrath, Flossie Smoot, Geneva Cochran, Ada Parsley, Carrie Jones, and two others, sisters-in-law, Mary Green, Betty Jean Warren, and Curlee Brewer; and two brothers-in-law, Willie Lee Williams and Frank Truss. George's memories will remain in the heart of his loving and devoted wife of over 44 years, Marilyn Cameron; son, Terrance (LaShanda) Borden; two daughters, Unlander (Rodney) Borden and Marsha Cameron; bonus grandson, Kendarius Hickman, seven grandchildren, Rodrekius, Kelonda, Jatavious, Ashaluntae, Wyeshia, Tashayon, and Laterrance; fourteen great-grandchildren, Rodrekius, Jr., Ka'Nijah, Khylee, Cortavion, Jr., Kohen, Jrue, Janelle, Aaliyah, Kaliah, Jereme, Shandreka, Abigail, Kaylee, and D'Anna; five sisters-in-law, Winnie Cameron, Brenda Hall, Joyce Elston, Annie Mae Cochran and Vanessa Reed; two brothers-in-law, Robert McCargo and Leo Truss; and a host of other relatives and friends. Special thanks to Amedisys Hospice and three special caregivers, Brenda Hall, Joyce Elston, and CheRonda Hernandez, and a host of other too many to mention for their support throughout Mr. George Earl Cameron's extended illness. We love you all!

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George Cameron

September 15, 1946 - June 9, 2023