George G. Besson Sr. passed away Aug. 30, 2014 at home in Gilroy. Mr. Besson is survived by his children George Jr. and wife Martha Besson, Denis J. and wife Sherrie Besson of Gilroy, Joseph and wife Lindsay Besson of South Lake Tahoe and Jeffery Besson of Gilroy. Grandfather of Denise, Jared and Jordan Besson all of Gilroy , Ashley, Marisa and Katie Besson all of South Lake Tahoe and Great-Grandfather of Kylie and Ava Silvia of Gilroy. Also survived by numerous extended family and friends. Mr. Besson worked for Sunweet Prunes as a forman then for the County of Santa Clara as a ranger and surveyor. He and his late wife Mary also raised wine grapes on their ranch on Hecker Pass.
He was a Veteran of World War II and member of American Legion posts 669 and 217. Also a member of St. Mary's Church and founding member of the Knights of Columbus.
Donations to the Lord's Table, St. Judes or a favorite charity are preferred and appreciated.
Memorial Mass will be Friday, Sept. 12, 2014 10:00 A.M. at St. Mary's Church.