George Burton Harrold, 83, of Manlius, NY passed away at home on Monday, August 26, 2013. Born on June 27, 1930 in Geneva, NY, he earned a MS in Electrical Engineering and has worked for GE and as an Adjunct Professor at Syracuse University.
Burt was an avid outdoorsman and ADK 46-er many times over, including climbing in the Alps. He enjoyed many hobbies including photography, boat building, sailing and a life-long love of music.
He was predeceased by his first wife Lois Avery Harrold. Survivors include his wife of twenty years, Dorothy Foster Harrold; a daughter Cynthia Harrold Heller of CT; a son George Hilary Harrold of CT; two brothers, Raymond Harrold and Leon Harrold; eleven grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service is being planned for October 5th.
Contributions in Burt’s name can be directed to Manlius Senior Centre in gratitude to UGGH, Burt’s caregivers, at: 1 Arkie Albanese Ave., Manlius, NY 13104 or the Adirondack Mountain Club, 814 Goggins Road, Lake George, NY 12845.
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