May 7, 1938 - June 28, 2021
George Ernest Pearce went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Monday, June 28, 2021 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 83 years.
George was born and raised in Brandon, Manitoba. At age 11, he moved with his family to Vancouver Island, BC. After high school, he attended Victoria College and UBC where he graduated with a B.Ed. He later took a M.Sc. (Educ) degree from Simon Fraser University.
For much of his teaching career George taught science (primarily physics) and math courses at Semiahmoo High School in White Rock (later South Surrey), eventually teaching the children of past students.
He was personally interested in Creation Science, and volunteered as the president of the Creation Science Association of BC for decades. George enjoyed gospel music; he sang in a variety of church choirs and small groups.
George is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Christine, daughters Heather (Darcy) McKinnon and Diane (Michael) Lyons, as well as grandchildren; James (Annie) McKinnon and Rianne Lyons. George was predeceased by his parents, Dorothy (nee Oswald) and Percy Pearce, as well as siblings John (Ada) and Grace (Bill).
A memorial service for George Pearce will be held in Calgary, Alberta in August (information to follow at www.fostersgardenchapel.ca).
Donations in memory of George may be made to Creation Science Association of BC, PO Box 41104, Shaughnessy, Port Coquitlam BC V3C 5Z9
Website: www.creationbc.org Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family, via the website: www.fostersgardenchapel.ca
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