"A big tall man with a warm smile! That is how I will remember my Uncle George! Aunt Peggy and Uncle George always made a point to be there for our big days growing up. And than, as my girls came along they never missed a chance to have a summer visit. Peggy and the Altman family, I can not thank you enough for sharing this wonderful man with us! We are so fortunate to have had such a wonderful man in our lives! Rest easy Big Guy! Thank you for being and Uncle to us, a dear friend to my mom and the love of my Aunt Peggy?s life! You will live on in our hearts forever!"
In loving memory of
George E. Altman
June 5, 1941 - May 29, 2022
George E. Altman, on May 29, 2022 of Williamstown, NJ; formerly of Philadelphia, PA. Age 80.
Beloved partner of Peggy Leidy. Devoted father of George and Michael and his wife Janine. Loving grandfather of Alyssa and Brittany. Also survived by his former wife and mother of his children, Winkie Altman. Dear brother of the late Marie Fritz. Also survived by nieces and nephews.
George was a member of the American Legion Post 281, an employee of United Airlines for 37 years, and a member and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.
He proudly served in the United States Air Force. George and Peggy enjoyed watching the Phillies, having traveled to nearly every ball park in the country. George liked dining out, baking and cooking, traveling, woodworking, tinkering, and the company of friends and family.
Family and friends are invited to the visitation from 10am to 11am Saturday, June 4, 2022 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Memorial service 11am at funeral home. Inurnment Gloucester County Veterans Cemetery, Williamstown.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Legion Post 281, 2101 Chews Landing Road, Blackwood, NJ 08012.
Tributes
"Shortly after the loss of her beloved dog TISSEY, Peggy found herself so lonely that she said a prayer that she would find love again. Not long after her prayer was answered when she was introduced to a "Ramp Guy" named George Altman. AND SO IT BEGAN...... Peg and George shared a love that would grow to sustain them for the next 29 years until George was released from his earthly bonds to see the face of God and reunite with his parents, sister and Peggy's parents who loved him as a Son. Although "Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal. Love leaves a memory that no one can steal." (Taken from an Irish Headstone) I know that Peggy and the Altman family have beautiful memories of their time with George to sustain them at this difficult time and in the years ahead. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU! As for myself I would like to say that it has been a privilege to have had George as part of my life and that of my children as well as my grandchildren. REST IN PEACE "BIG GUY"."
"My Uncle George - or ?Big Guy? as I affectionately referred to him - made a positive impact on so many lives. I recall a time when I was just a little girl helping my mom sell items for CAUSE at the airport. George told me to grab my coat and come with him. Air Force One was on the tarmac and he took me out on the luggage truck to see it. When we returned, my mom asked me if I liked Air Force One to which I replied, ?Yea, it was cool, but I REALLY liked the ride on the luggage truck!? George will be sorely missed but never forgotten."
"I?m so very sorry for your loss, Peggy~I believe I remember George from PHL. I know your heart hurts. Bonnie Knecht Coyle "
"I worked with Peggy and George at PHL airport. I remember when Peggy connected with George and a romance bloomed. It?s never too late to fall in love. Though George is physically gone, his love, care, and generous spirit will live with us forever. "