Obituary of Pulivelil Markose George

P.M. passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2020 in London, Ontario. P.M. is survived by his loving wife, Saramma; his children, Santha & (predeceased) Sabu Varghese, Sajan & Rayvey George; and six grandchildren: Deepa Varghese, Divya Varghese, Dilan Varghese, Michav George, Seth George and Isa George. His large extended family included three dear brothers and four sisters. He was everyone’s beloved Kunjoottichayan. Born on July 6, 1931 in Kollad, Kerala, India, P.M. had a long distinguished career as an Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Western Ontario, and then in retirement, as a lay pastor in the Oneida United Church of Canada. A scholar, theologian, academic, professor, teacher and preacher, P.M. cultivated a rich inner life that blessed countless family members and friends in Canada, the United States, India and the world. A funeral service will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 12:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Registration is required to attend the visitation and visitation/service.