George Eric Grashorn

Mr. George Eric Grashorn, 80 of Jefferson, Georgia was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on January 21, 2021.  He is greatly loved and missed by his family and friends, and was a man of great character and faith.  George’s laugh could light up a room and he was extremely loyal, caring, and hardworking, with an amazing sense of humor.  He instilled strong values with his family and led by example with honesty with honesty and love.

George enjoyed spending time at Lake Hartwell, including waterskiing and boating with his family.  After graduating from Lake Forest College, he had a successful career in the insurance industry especially establishing his own firm, Electronic Medical Claims.

George was the son of the late Gerard and Gunhild Grashorn.  Raised in Glenview, Illinois, he lived in New Jersey for many years before moving to Georgia in 2012.  He is survived by his wife of 40 years Debra (n’ee Britten), his children Dave (Robin) Grashorn, Dawn (Andrew) Metzler, Kim (Pat) McMahon, Sue Krock, and grandchildren Amanda Kavaja, Ava Grashorn, Danny McMahon, Megan Krock, Paddy McMahon, Shannon Kavaja, and Yvonee Grashorn.  He is also survived by his sister Susan (Graham) Jackson and many other loving family members.

Evans Funeral Home in Jefferson, Georgia will host the visitation on Sunday, January 24, from 2:00 – 4:00 and 4:00 – 6:00.  George’s celebration of life will take place at Jefferson First United Methodist Church in Jefferson, Georgia on Monday, January 25, at 2:00 with Rev. Brian Funderburke officiating.  The burial will follow in the Evans Memory Gardens in Jefferson. All are welcome to attend to celebrate George’s legacy and the wonderful memories we have with him.

In lieu of flowers, memorials should be made the Jefferson First United Methodist Church, 188 Martin Street, Jefferson, Georgia. 30549.

Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway Jefferson, Georgia. 706-367-5467

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