STIBBS, George

April 11, 1930 - September 20, 2019

George was born in Kelowna, and moved with his family to Prince George during his grade 10 year. A top athlete, he fought back after being struck by the poliovirus in 1947 completing grade 13 when the family moved to Salmon Arm. He earned his teaching certificate in 1952 at Vancouver Normal School, accepting his first teaching position in a one-room schoolhouse in Martin's Prairie. He completed his B.A. at UBC over several summers and went on to have a successful career as an educator in both Delta & Langley school districts. On August 22, 1953, he married Hazel Olson. Together, they raised 3 children who have fond memories of their summers on Shuswap Lake. George & Hazel retired to Salmon Arm in 1988. Both were active members of the community. George will be remembered for his hat but also his strong work ethic, humour, endless storytelling, and deep connection to the Earth whether he was planting a row, swinging an axe or towing a fishing line. We can picture him once again dancing with wife Hazel, making horseradish with mom Kay, and debating educational issues with brother Jay and dad Roy. At George's request, there will be no service. In fact, this obituary is already more than he wanted. Dad/Papa/ Brother/Nephew: You will be in our thoughts with every fried green tomato, fish story, pickled herring, horseshoe, crossword puzzle, card game & shimmering moonbeam. With much love: Brent, Lindsay, Holly, Melanie, Mike, Mahayla, Ian, Tom, Joyce, Kay, Gloria & MaryAnn.