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Obituary - George Frank Ghiglia

March 27, 1941 – December 23, 2024
  • Source: The Gardens Funeral Home
George Ghiglia

George Frank Ghiglia, born on March 27, 1941, in Los Angeles, CA, passed away on December 23, 2024. 

George grew up in Southern California with his parents Frank and Eleanor Ghiglia and his younger brother, Frank Ghiglia. After three years at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, George married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Stevens. They began their family in Santa Barbara before moving to Reno in 1967. 

In 1971, George and Barbara settled in Fallon, NV, where they purchased 50 acres and embraced the farming life. Together, they raised four children, providing them with room to breathe and deep roots in the community. 

Never one to be idle, George contributed to his community in countless ways. He was an active member with the Optimist club, served on the Churchill County School Board, and held positions on the boards of several banks. George also coached youth football and baseball, owned a clothing store, developed several neighborhoods in Fallon, and pursued his passions for hunting, fishing, world travel, and riding his Harley. Above all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren. 

George was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Barbara, in 2017. He is survived by his children, Jeffrey Ghiglia; Jennifer (Paul) McFadden; James (Lori) Ghiglia; and Jessica (Jesse) Nuckolls. He was blessed with and deeply loved his 12 grandchildren and cherished his 11 great-grandchildren.

 

 


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Comment author: Estrella PichardoComment text: I am so sorry for the familys loss. We loved violet in the 3 year's we were stationed in Fallon. We have her whole family in our prayers. She will be missed.Comment publication date: 12/27/24, 7:33 PMComment source: Obituary - Violet Joyce Casey-MillerComment author: Dale H.Comment text: My condolences to the familyComment publication date: 12/27/24, 7:17 PMComment source: Donna Jean BrownComment author: Shelly, Michael & Timmy SyriacComment text: To all of Violet's family and friends I send my heart felt condolences. It is life changing to not be able to pick up the phone just to say, "hello or I love you". However, knowing Violet's deep love and faith in Jesus; I can't only smile through the tears knowing she is in the presence of Jesus. How awesome is that? We all know her faithful belief and service... she is now receiving her eternal reward. Hallelujah! My prayers right now are for everyone who loved Violet. I pray the blood of Jesus over you, I pray for Jesus to hold you in his healing embrace, and I pray for the Holy spirit to grant you peace while you grieve. Violet always had a smile. Cousin, you will be missed...Comment publication date: 12/27/24, 5:43 PMComment source: Obituary - Violet Joyce Casey-MillerComment author: Hampton YoungComment text: I am a long ago friend of Tom Hutchings since our university days. I counted him, as well as his brother, John, as among my finest friends, although I have not seen either of them for many years. Both were a force. Coincidently I am moving from Oregon to Fallon soon, and I had counted on getting together with he and Mary. My deepest sympathies to her. Tom is missed.Comment publication date: 12/22/24, 6:46 PMComment source: Thomas ("Hutch" "Tucker Ryan") Lloyd Hutchings
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