George Therkildsen

George Everett Therkildsen, 61, of Owensboro, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born in Alexandria, Virginia on July 13, 1960 to Russell and Shirley Todd Therkildsen. He was a truck driver for Time Dedicated Carriers for 15 years. George enjoyed watching wrestling and car shows and going fishing. He loved his family and adored his dog, Bear Bear. Along with his parents, George is preceded in death by his sister, Wendy Therkildsen, and his mother-in-law, Beatrice McGuffin. George is survived by his wife of 35 years, Hulla McGuffin Therkildsen; his son, Davie (Sheri) Therkildsen; his grandchildren, Kelsey, Shelby, Allyssa, Aries, Dakota; his great-grandson, Aiden; his siblings, Gwen Crouse, Lee Zipperer, Linda Maney; best friend, Denny Costello; Jeff Lamm, who was like a little brother to him; and several kids in the community that considered him like a papaw. Services will be 4:00 pm Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory. Visitation will be from 12:00 pm until the time of service Saturday. Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr.Therkildsen. Share your messages of condolence with the family of George Everett Therkildsen and sign his virtual guestbook below.