Steve George September 15, 1956- January 1, 2021.
Steve passed away at age 64 at St Thomas hospital in Nashville after a long illness.
Steve was preceded in death by his dad, Russell George. He is survived by his mom, Dorothy George, brother Mike George (wife Sandy), their children and grandchildren, plus many friends. Steve graduated from Central High School in Fayetteville. He attended Middle Tennessee State University with a study in theater.
Steve worked many years as a hair stylist at Trumps in Nashville before returning home to help with sickness in the family. Back in Fayetteville he worked as a hair stylist at Shear Frenzy Salon.
Steve loved dogs and Wizard of Oz. He enjoyed telling stories about the country music stars whom he had met in Nashville. He loved all people and never met a stranger.
Because of the pandemic, the family had a private funeral service with interment at Riverview Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Fayetteville Lincoln County Animal Shelter, 1718 Pulaski Highway, Fayetteville, TN 37334 or Riverside Christian Academy, 116 Riverside Lane, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Steve George.
69 Comments To "Stephen Daniel George"
#1 Comment By Lisa C Laney On January 2, 2021 @ 10:08 am
Dr. Mike and Sandy, so sorry for your loss. Praying Gods loving arms will wrap you in peace.
#2 Comment By Holly Steelman On January 2, 2021 @ 10:08 am
Prayers for this sweet family!! Steve was such a sunny personality that always left you in a happier mood just by being around him.
#3 Comment By Wanda Shelton On January 2, 2021 @ 10:14 am
Sending prayers for all of Steve’s loved ones. He always, always left me with a smile.
#4 Comment By Cindy Mitchell Mingle On January 2, 2021 @ 10:26 am
Mrs. Dot, Dr. Mike, Sandy and family, News of Steve’s death breaks my heart. I am so sorry. Your family will be in our prayers. Love to you all!
#5 Comment By Felicia Sons On January 2, 2021 @ 10:50 am
So sorry!He was a great person!My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
#6 Comment By Fred Lee Scott On January 11, 2021 @ 6:02 pm
I am so heartbroken. Steve was such a talent and such a merry person. I have missed him ever since he left Nashville. I adored him. He had such a quick wit and could get to anyone the only Steve could. He was one of the funniest men I have ever met. He will always be such a fond memory for me. I send my deepest condolences and sympathies to his family and all his many friends! Never a word was ever said negatively about Steve George!
#7 Comment By Judy Holt On January 2, 2021 @ 10:59 am
Sorry to here this praying for the family Steve was awesome guy praying for the family
#8 Comment By Connie Nedeau On January 2, 2021 @ 11:01 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs Dot and the rest of the family. I know he will be greatly missed.
#9 Comment By Barb Hargrove On January 2, 2021 @ 11:08 am
What a fun loving guy we lost too soon. 1974 classmates lost a dear friend. May God wrap his arms around his family and friends.
#10 Comment By Ruth McCarver On January 2, 2021 @ 11:09 am
I loved Steve more than words can convey. We had so much fun together. He could make me laugh like no one else in the world. What a gift to have been his friend.
#11 Comment By Millie Smith On January 2, 2021 @ 11:09 am
I am very sorry to hear this news about Steve. Thinking of you at this time Ms Dot….sending you my deepest sympathies.
#12 Comment By Odessa McDonald Dangerfield On January 2, 2021 @ 11:10 am
What a tremendous loss for our community. Steve was such a fun-loving person with a loving, beautiful spirit. I’ll miss seeing him and listening to his funny stories and his big hugs. May God give you peace, comfort and understanding. I know he is keeping Heaven entertained! ❤
#13 Comment By Lisa Winkler On January 2, 2021 @ 11:17 am
I am so very sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. Some of my fo dest memories include him.
#14 Comment By Karen Karch Gilliam On January 2, 2021 @ 11:23 am
Mrs. Dot, Mike, and family, Steve was larger than life. My granddaughters, Annie and Emily Steelman, loved him to pieces. He was always so good to them. Please accept my sincere condolences.
#15 Comment By Tina Allen On January 2, 2021 @ 11:33 am
I am going to miss this sweet
Soul..
#16 Comment By Reeves and Janice Carr On January 2, 2021 @ 11:50 am
Dot: Steve was such a sweet boy and so kind to old folks, like me. He always had a smile and a kind word that made you smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
#17 Comment By Laura Gifford On January 2, 2021 @ 11:57 am
Steve was one of the sweetest, most kind, and most giving fellas I’ve ever had the pleasure to know. My prayers are with his mother. His memory will, indeed, be a blessing. 💛
#18 Comment By Linda Gatlin On January 2, 2021 @ 12:01 pm
Dot, Mike, Sandy and family,
I was shocked when I saw the announcement of Steve’s death, I did not know he was dealing with an illness. I am so deeply sorry for your pain and grief. Much love, Linda
#19 Comment By Lesa McAlister Hodge On January 2, 2021 @ 12:48 pm
Ms Dot & family, we are all so very sad at the news of Steve’s passing. He was a really funny guy and so much fun to be around.
#20 Comment By Lorie Waggoner French On January 2, 2021 @ 12:56 pm
Mrs. Dot and fily, my heart is broken for all of you. Steve was a wonderful man who was loved by all of us! We are blessed to have known him. Prayers for comfort. Love you bunches
#21 Comment By Sue Sullivan LaClair On January 2, 2021 @ 12:57 pm
Steve’s family,
I am so sad to hear about Steve’s passing. I knew him at MTSU and have so many fond memories. He was one of the nicest and funniest people I ever met. I wish he had written a book about his experiences because he could tell stories like no other! My heart aches. I wish you peace.
#22 Comment By Terri Kerbo On January 2, 2021 @ 1:01 pm
We are so sorry to hear this. We loved Steve dearly. Prayers for all.
#23 Comment By Wanda Preston On January 2, 2021 @ 1:14 pm
So, so sad to be reading Steve’s obituary. Sending up prayers of peace for his sweet Mama Dot and all who loved him.
#24 Comment By Pat Curley On January 2, 2021 @ 1:15 pm
So sad to hear this news! Steve was a dear old friend of mine and one of the nicest people you could ever know. My sincere condolences to his family.
#25 Comment By Lenace Hyde On January 2, 2021 @ 1:44 pm
So sorry to hear of the loss of Steve. We didn’t cross paths often, but he was a sure joy to visit with when we did. Prayers to his family at this time.
Lenace Hyde
#26 Comment By Regina Baker On January 2, 2021 @ 2:04 pm
Steve was a funny, sensitive, caring man. I loved to hear him tell stories, laugh and loved his love for animals. He will be missed.
#27 Comment By Cheryl Hobbs On January 2, 2021 @ 2:13 pm
Words can not express the sadness this brings to my heart. Steve was such a great person and we always left each other better. His tales and zeal for life will live on forever. Prayers of comfort to his sweet momma, Ms. Dot and all his friends and family.
#28 Comment By Linda Gay On January 2, 2021 @ 2:15 pm
My prayers to Ms. Dot. Steve was a wonderful human being. He made people laugh and smile. He will be missed. Ms. Linda
#29 Comment By Denise Lindsey Smith & Rickey Smith On January 2, 2021 @ 3:41 pm
Steve is resting with the angels and out of pain now, our hearts are broken but we know that we will meet again in glory! fly high sweet cousin…we love you !
#30 Comment By Shirley and Jim Steelman On January 2, 2021 @ 4:55 pm
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
#31 Comment By Jeanie Hyde On January 2, 2021 @ 4:59 pm
Mrs Dot, so sorry for the death of Steve. I always enjoyed Steve when I went to him.
He loved life, people and had a special place in his heart for pets.
Steve was a joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
#32 Comment By Joy Ringpfeil On January 2, 2021 @ 5:06 pm
I’m saddened to here about Steve. When I’d see him he always had a story or two or three, and a big hug! Some of my first memories are of Steve and his family. You are missed Steve, RIP.
#33 Comment By Daniel and Dana Eldridge On January 2, 2021 @ 5:50 pm
We are so sorry for your loss and are praying you feel God’s comfort and peace at this time.
#34 Comment By Agnes Marie Barnes On January 2, 2021 @ 6:59 pm
Dot, l am so sorry for your loss. Can’t imagine losing a child. I will be praying for you. Agned Marie
#35 Comment By Angie Roland On January 2, 2021 @ 7:21 pm
My heart hurts for you Ms Dot…
#36 Comment By Susan Arrick On January 2, 2021 @ 7:26 pm
Saddened to hear of Steve’s death. Dot and family, you have our deepest sympathy. Thoughts and prayers. Love…
#37 Comment By Tuwanda Coleman On January 2, 2021 @ 7:43 pm
My sincerest condolences to Miss Dot, Mike and all who loved Steve. He was an amazing person. We loved having Steve as a regular guest on Talk of the Town for a number of years. He was a dear friend. RIP Steve
#38 Comment By Becky Davis On January 2, 2021 @ 8:09 pm
So very sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. I enjoyed the time that we worked together and all of his stories. Prayers for you Momma Dot, Mike and Sandy and the rest of the family.
#39 Comment By Alice Jones On January 2, 2021 @ 8:34 pm
Steve was such a special person who could make anyone smile with his warm, friendly personality. He loved animals and people so much. He also loved his mother, Ms Dot so much and i pray for her comfort and peace in dealing with the loss of her beloved son.
#40 Comment By Anne Beddingfield On January 2, 2021 @ 8:44 pm
I wish to stand my deepest condolences to Steve’s precious family. I pray for you all.
#41 Comment By Tammy Bigham Dean On January 2, 2021 @ 9:10 pm
I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for Mrs. Dot and the family.
#42 Comment By Anita Johnson On January 2, 2021 @ 9:38 pm
Love and prayers for Mrs. Dot, Mike and family. Steve will be missed by all who knew him as a friend as well.
#43 Comment By Teresa Kilpatrick On January 2, 2021 @ 10:09 pm
So saddened to hear about Steve. He was such a sweet person. My prayers for God’s peace for your family.
#44 Comment By Dr Julie Montgomery On January 2, 2021 @ 10:31 pm
Steve was great at telling a story and bringing a smile – he will be sorely missed in fayettevile Tn. Much love to his family.
#45 Comment By Chris Law On January 3, 2021 @ 8:55 am
Before, durning and after beauty school I kept hearing this name… Steve George. Seems like wherever I went I heard his name. Finally when I moved to Nashville for awhile, I and some of my coworkers went to a function at the War Memorial and Steve and some of the Trumps staff were there as well. I was introduced to him and I was in awe cause I’ve heard about him for years and to me it was like meeting the “hair god”.
He was personable and he saw the best in everyone and he loved the craft.
He will definitely be missed.
Sending love, strength and prayers to his mother.
#46 Comment By Jinson Knott On January 3, 2021 @ 10:36 am
Mrs Dot, I have been a part of this family or over 45 years. My heart is broken over the passing of my brother Steve. Every time we saw each other we would always hug n tell each other funny stories when I came to visit the George home. May God continue to shine his blessings upon Mrs Dot n I will forever cherish our relationship . I know Steve is in Heaven telling his funny stories.
#47 Comment By Donna Connelly Clark On January 3, 2021 @ 10:36 am
My love and prayers to Ms. Dot, Mike, Sandy and all the family! Steve was like a brother to me and he will always be in my heart and soul! I’m so sorry for your loss and this earthly world has lost a beautiful, talented and compassionate man and friend! He always had a warm and loving smile to share with all people. May God hold each of you in his loving and merciful arms during this time!
#48 Comment By Stacy Johnson On January 3, 2021 @ 11:21 am
Momma Dot and family my heart aches knowing that Steve has left this earthly realm. He will be missed, and as you transition to life without him, my prayer is for you to have peace.
#49 Comment By Dean Slayton. On January 3, 2021 @ 12:36 pm
So sorry for your loss Mama Dot and family Steve had a sweet spirit that made you smile. Fun loving, interesting, and always sweet. He will be missed.
#50 Comment By Charlotte Vaughn On January 3, 2021 @ 12:53 pm
Steve was so full of life and humor!Prayers for his sweet family and oh how he loved his precious Mother. His face lit up just talking of her. Rest In Peace and fly highSteve
#51 Comment By Diane Simmons Powell On January 3, 2021 @ 12:54 pm
Steve always made you feel like everything was ok and you were just as fun as he was. I always looked forward to seeing him and our visits never disappointed me. Losing him makes me want to run and tell everyone I love just how special they are. I hope Steve knew how much he was adored by his friends. Ms. Dot and Mike – I’m so sorry.
#52 Comment By Rosemary Clark On January 3, 2021 @ 2:41 pm
I’m so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. I grew up knowing him and I especially enjoyed being in Adnia Rice’s Speech and Drama class with Steve. We had lost touch until we became Facebook friends a few years ago. My prayers are with you, Miss Dot and Mike and the rest of the family.
#53 Comment By Cindy Gibson Langford On January 3, 2021 @ 3:32 pm
Such s talented guy – and had a good sense of humor- prayers for his family
#54 Comment By Cindy Gibson Langford On January 3, 2021 @ 3:35 pm
Such s talented guy – and had a good sense of humor- prayers for his family- drew caricatures that were amazing and also the Best annual cover we ever had!
#55 Comment By patricia reese On January 3, 2021 @ 4:22 pm
Sorry for your loss .
#56 Comment By Stinson Knott On January 3, 2021 @ 6:32 pm
My love and prayers to the family. Mrs. Dot I love you and will never forget the love you have shown me since I was a child. God bless you and your family.
#57 Comment By Lori Wiginton On January 3, 2021 @ 7:08 pm
Condolences, love & prayers to the George family. I worked with Steve at Trumps for many years, never a shortage of laughs & stories! Everyone who knew him loved him. Biggest hugs going out to Ms.Dot, he loved you so much!❤
#58 Comment By Teresa Glasser On January 3, 2021 @ 7:44 pm
There are not enough words to describe what Steve meant to me and my children! I worked next to him at Trumps for 16 years but in the salon for 20 years with him. He was line a brother to me in all ways!! I wanted to kill him but also loved him beyond words!!! My children and sisters loved him like our own family and probably liked him way better than the real family!! We are broken because he’s not with us anymore and pray for Dot because she was like a mom to me too!! Love y’all and we are praying for you all!
#59 Comment By Teresa Brown On January 3, 2021 @ 9:14 pm
Steve was my friend. He was a really good storyteller. Steve lived many places and met many famous people. He will be remembered for his kindness to children.
#60 Comment By Jeannie Gallant On January 4, 2021 @ 7:38 am
I am without words for the pain and shock I feel for Mrs Dot and the family. I am so sorry. Since junior high school I have known and loved these two wonderful people.
#61 Comment By Frances Scott Murdock1 On January 4, 2021 @ 8:36 am
So very sad to hear this news. Steve was definitely one of a kind. We were all lucky to know him. He blessed so many with his talents, humor, and friendship. I still have a funny caricature that he drew of me when I was in high school. I will never forget Steve.
#62 Comment By Diana McBay On January 4, 2021 @ 11:20 am
Ms. George, Steve was a very special person. He cut my hair one time while I was waiting on Jana to get hers done. I’ve know him a while but never scheduled an appointment time with him, just considered him as a friend through Jana. He never met a stranger and always wore a smile. I know he will be truly missed. May God bring comfort to you during this time of grief. Hold on to the memoires, that will get you through.
#63 Comment By Joan Monks Berry On January 4, 2021 @ 3:10 pm
I’m so sorry to hear about Steve’s passing. He always made me laugh. Praying for all of the family at this time, especially Ms. Dot.
#64 Comment By Meryll Rose and the Talk of the Town staff On January 4, 2021 @ 4:17 pm
All of us at Talk of the Town and NewsChannel 5 were so sad to hear about Steve’s passing. He was part of our family for many years, and we loved his fun personality and great storytelling as much as we appreciated his hairstyling talents and contributions to our show. Praying for comfort and peace for all who loved Steve.
#65 Comment By Wanda Williams On January 4, 2021 @ 10:02 pm
Ms Dot, So sorry for your great loss! Steve was smiling every time I saw him. We are thinking of you and prayers go up in your behalf. May you find peace and comfort. Our love, Wanda and Bob Williams and Naomi Wallace
#66 Comment By Brenda Ables On January 4, 2021 @ 11:03 pm
Steve was such a caring, talented person. He was a dear friend and will be missed.
#67 Comment By Tanesha Campbell On January 5, 2021 @ 8:15 am
My heart is broken, I am so very sorry for the George family. They have all been a big part of my life for many years and I loved Steve very much. My prayers are with you all and I love you!
#68 Comment By CAPT SCOTT SHELTON On January 5, 2021 @ 10:46 am
Hours of laughter, years of conversation,
a great way to be remembered.
You will be missed
Scott, Gwen, Coop
#69 Comment By Sherry Horton On January 5, 2021 @ 11:32 pm
Mike and Ms Dot, i am so sorry to hear about Steve. He was always such a joy. He worked at the salon where i get my hair cut for a while and he always told some wonderful stories that kept us laughing. He never met a stranger. Such a wonderful personality. Prayers for all the family.