QUEENSBURY – George F. Reger, Jr., 85, formerly of Kattskill Bay and most recently of Willow Road, passed away, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, November 24, 2013, at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility.
Born on June 25, 1928, in Schenectady, he was the son of the late George F. and Rose (Paglia) Reger, Sr.
He was the husband of Jean (Cruden) Reger. Together they shared 55 wonderful years of marriage.
George graduated from Nott Terrace High School in Schenectady and then furthered his education at Queens College in New York City. After Queens College, he served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Army. Upon his return from service, he began his banking career. George took many banking classes at First National Bank of Glens Falls, completed the Dale Carnegie Course, and graduated from Williams College. During his career, he served on the Board of Directors at Evergreen Bank, in Plattsburgh and was an officer of the Robert Morris Association. After 48 years of service to First National Bank of Glens Falls, (later known as Evergreen Bank, TD Bank North and now known as TD Bank), he retired in 1990 as a Senior Vice President and Senior Loan Officer. He loved the world of banking.
George spent many years at Lake George, building his family’s summer home in Kattskill Bay, later becoming his retirement residence. He enjoyed time spent on or around the lake, particularly boating and fishing. He was an officer of both the Pilot Knob Association and the Lake George Association.
George was a friendly and outgoing man, who had the knack of remembering names. This gift made people feel special. He loved having fun and telling jokes. He was a well respected man in his daily life and in his banking career. Most of all, George was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be greatly missed by all.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Robert Reger.
George is survived by his loving wife, Jean Reger of Queensbury; his children, James M. Reger of Columbus, Ohio, Barbara R. Paradis of Queensbury, Thomas G. Reger of Seattle, Washington and Mary A. (Gene) Fortino of Martinez, Georgia; his grandchildren, Alyssa Wetmore, Gregory Wetmore, James Benes, Kerry Benes, Joanne Scott, Christina Fortino and Michael Fortino; his three great grandchildren; his sisters-in- law, Joan Hart, Jacquelyn (Carleton) Dunn and Sharon (Pete) McCormick ; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call on Friday, November 29, 2013, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, at the funeral home.
Burial will follow at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.
The family would like to thank the staff of G Wing and S Wing at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, for the loving care given to George and his family. They will be forever grateful for the kindness and support give to him throughout his stay at Fort Hudson.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations in George’s memory may be made to the local charity of your choice.