It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of our brother, George Earl Storry, on June 20, 2020 at the age of 65. George passed away quietly in his home in Langford, BC. George was predeceased by his father, George in 1986 and his mother, Sylvia in 1996. He is survived by his spouse Rhonda, brothers Vern, Wayne and Ross (Lori), sisters Darlene (Brian), Beryl (Gord), Colleen (Scott), Debbie (Ed), Norine (Ernie) and Laverne (Norman), and many nieces and nephews.
George was born on July 4, 1954 in Old Massett, Haida Gwaii, BC to George and Sylvia (Kelly) Storry and belonged to the Saangga.ahl Sdast’aas Eagle Clan. George was a gifted Haida artist carrying on in the tradition of his ancestors. In his lifetime, he created many traditional Haida carvings that reflected his rich cultural heritage. His mom and siblings were so proud of George’s talent and so grateful that he helped renew the family’s connection to their Haida culture and traditions.
From a young age, George loved to work with his hands and repair & rebuild automobiles. He had so many talents and was completely self taught. In recent days, he had many projects on the go and was looking forward to riding his motorcycle and going fishing.
George’s life was not an easy one with many trials and tribulations. Through all the tests that life gave him, his love for his family never wavered. He truly believed that the Creator always had a plan for him and it was not for him to question this plan.
A private family service will be held in Haida Gwaii, BC at a later date.
The long, hard journey is over. Rest in peace dear brother. We will love you always!
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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11 Responses
My love forever. You were the best brother..so loving and always caring. I will never forget our last words together. Peace brother. xoxoxo
Deepest condolences to the family,I met George in the late 90’s with Gary Minaker-Russ,he was very kind and looked like a hard worker he had like a ton of old growth cedar in a station wagon and hundreds of pounds of argillite lol! Real Haida packed it all around with him:)
George you were my roommate in the halfway house and a very very dear friend of mine you made me laugh many times so your humour I am grateful for your a great Carver and a fun and loving guy you will be missed by many my condolences to your family And your brothers who you talked about all the time and your other half and best friend Ronda. I wish you all the best I pray for you and you’re in my heart love your friend Monte ………
My condolences to the family. I only knew George for a few years, but always enjoyed our talks and laughter. Rest in Peace my friend.
Peace George, You were an amazing artist and It was an honor to know you. My condolences to your family
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. I know you are a very close family and I see the love you carry for each other. My sincere condolences.
I would like to say so sorry for the loss of your brother George. I got to know him and he was a very loving guy. I Will always remember that last special hug he gave me before leaving this world. RIP ❤
my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Condolences to the Family, George was my cousin, we spent a lot of time together in Masset, he was talking to me about coming home this summer, May a angel watch over him always ❤️
I will always remember how loving and kind George was to me as a kid first coming to the big city of Victoria. He made me feel so welcome and special. My condolences to his wife and siblings and family. Sending love & light to all. Rest peacefully George.