Avon Obituary: George Linn, 79

George W. Linn, 79, of Avon, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2016, surrounded by his family.

Born in New Britain, George was the beloved son of the late Walter and Elizabeth (Forshaw) Linn. He graduated from New Britain High School in 1955 where he was a star athlete, especially on the basketball court. Following high school, George enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps where he proudly served as a Corporal from 1956-58. He later continued his studies at Central Connecticut State University where he earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees, and was also a member of the Blue Devils' basketball team.

George enjoyed his teaching career of 33 years at NBHS. As head coach he was especially passionate about coaching and mentoring his players on the basketball court and led his teams to many state championships.

George was a family man. He had so much joy spending time with his close family and friends, especially his cherished and adored wife Maryann of 55 years. He dearly loved his three daughters—Kellyann, Elizabeth, and Lisa—and always expressed the pride and joy he had for them.

George enjoyed his time outdoors and at the gym. He could often be found fishing, biking or carving wooden birds in his workshop. Everyone who knew George appreciated his wonderful sense of humor and his fun-loving spirit. He was a truly special and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and son, and he will always be loved and remembered.

George is survived by his beloved wife, Maryann Kelly Linn; daughters Kellyann Linn-Snowdon of Collinsville, Elizabeth Linn and partner Jono Abrams of Brooklyn, NY, and Lisa Linn and partner Doug Williams of Canton; and two beautiful grandchildren, Quinn Snowdon of Denver, CO and Cooper Snowdon of Simsbury. He is also remembered by his dedicated caregiver, Dasha Pogorelskykh.

George's family will receive friends on Sunday, September 25 from 5-7PM at the Carmon Funeral Home & Family Center, 301 Country Club Road, Avon. Additional calling hours will be held Monday morning from 8:30-9:30AM at the funeral home prior to the church service. All are welcome. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM on Monday, September 26 at St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, 145 Main Street, Unionville. Military honors will be presented at the church after the Mass.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association of CT, 45 Ash St., East Hartford, CT 06108-3272 or McLean Home Care & Hospice, 75 Great Pond Rd., Simsbury, CT 06070.

For online condolences or to share a remembrance, please visit us at www.carmonfuneralhome.com.