George Forrest Laramore, 82, of Greensburg, KY, son of the late Louie Franklin and Alice Pierce Laramore, was born on December 3, 1940 in Belgrade, Missouri. He departed this life on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at his home.

George had made a profession of faith in Christ and was an ordained Deacon in the Separate Baptist denomination. He was attending the Summersville Church of the Nazarene.

George was active from an early age in his father’s sawmill business and was a farmer. He worked for Anaconda Wire and Cable for over 19 years, and most recently worked at Cox Interior until he retired at 80 years of age.

He was a man of steadfast faith, strong family values, and an unwavering love for the outdoors. George’s life was a testament to the principles he held dear: his dedicated faith in God, his persevering work ethic, and the joy of nature’s beauty. He was a devoted father and grandfather, a skilled carpenter, and an avid outdoorsman who touched the lives of many.

Born with a spirit that yearned for the open air and the call of the wild, George found his peace and joy in the great outdoors. Whether he was hunting in the woods or casting a line into the river, he felt most alive in nature’s embrace. His adventures in the wilderness became stories he loved to share, sparking smiles and laughter among family and friends.

George’s faith and values were woven into the fabric of his life, influencing his actions, words and relationships. As we remember him, we are reminded of the importance of living a life in accordance with God’s will. His legacy encourages us to honor our faith, love our families deeply, and cherish the beauty of the world around us.

Though George’s earthly journey has come to an end, his spirit lives on through the memories he created and the values he instilled. He may be absent from our sight, but his presence remains in the lessons he taught us and the love he shared.

SURVIVORS:

Hs wife of almost 62 years: Janet Jeffries Laramore

2 sons & daughters-in-law: Greg & Charlotte Laramore of Greensburg and Kent & Erin Laramore of Cincinnati

1 daughter & son-in-law: Jill & Erik Edwards of Greensburg

4 grandchildren: Paislee and Jeremy Cheatham of Bowling Green, Natalie and Chris Taylor of Campbellsville, Nathan Laramore and Nadia Kahn of Glasgow, and Jackson Edwards of Greensburg

6 great-grandchildren: Cameron Sawyer, Cambria Laramore, Connor Laramore, Braylie Fox, Emma Fox and Hagan Taylor

2 brothers & sisters-in-law: Don & Jodi Laramore and Raymond & Donna Laramore of Missouri

4 sisters & brothers-in-law: Wilma & Bud Coy, Erma & Jim Harrelson, Phyllis & Bill Long, and Elaine & Michael O’Bryan all of Missouri

1 sister-in-law: June Laramore of Missouri

A host of many nieces, nephews, and other relatives & friends

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters and brothers-in-law: Melba and Nunis Jones and Mary Ann and Lester Schraoer and three brothers & one sister-in-law: Jimmy & Juanita Laramore, Johnny Laramore, and Sonny Laramore

Funeral Service: Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 1:00pmCT at Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Jamie McCormack officiating

Burial: Oak Grove Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Saturday at the funeral home

The family has requested expressions of sympathy be made in the form of donations to Kosair Children’s, which can be made at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Jon Jeffries, Ricky Moran, Jeremy Cheatham, Steven Lobb, Connor Laramore, Nathan Laramore, Chris Taylor and Chris Decker

Honorary Pallbearers: Phillip Cox, Grady DeWitt, and the Senior Sunday School Class of Summersville Church of the Nazarene

Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of arrangements.