BORN

1918

DIED

2010

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Carey Hand Cox-Parker Funeral Home

1350 West Fairbanks Ave

Winter Park, Florida

George Argabright Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 6, 2010.

George " Cotton" Argabright

George Argabright, 92, husband of the late Janice "Honey" Argabright passed away on December 3, 2010, He passed away at the home of longtime family friend C.L."Chris" Davis peacefully while sleeping. Honey and Cotton moved to the Orlando area in 1970's and owned and operated several businesses in south Orlando until they retired and settled into a golf community in East Orange County.

Born June 9, 1918, Cotton witnessed extraordinary changes in his life.. He was a veteran of WW 2 and served his country proudly. He drove a truck for years prior to relocating to Florida with Honey and stayed in contact with many of the drivers as long as he could.

Living with Honey, his life was never boring or dull. She was always up to something and always managed to bring Cotton along for the ride. Cotton never met a stranger and would take you at face value until he had a reason to not believe in you as a person of credible character.

He loved dining out with family and friends and liked it even better if you picked up the tab, and if there was a ball game on the television he couldn't have been more pleased.

His care was overseen by his sister-in-law Ophelia Martinak aka "Felix" and by Chris in his home in East Orange County until he was moved Nov. 1 of this year to Chris and Tony's home to be able to continue the care he required

Survived by a son, David Argabright of Dallas Texas,a daughter Sherry Stewart of Ohio and stepsons Herb Baird of Orlando FL and Chuck Baird of Atlanta GA as well as grandchildren,great grand children and nieces and nephews.

Cotton is also survived by two sisters, Nina Engles of Ohio and Betty Perkins of Michigan.

A special mention to two wonderful people that lived next door to Cotton at Fairways and they are Alyce White and Horace Huss. Alyce sat,talked,visited and cared for George as his health declined and Horace considered George his best friend.. always working on a project of some sort and as always just taking it "one day at a time". There wasn't a day go by that they didn't visit with each other and discuss the daily activities.

Even at the end of his life, his bright blue eyes and embracing smile never waned. He never failed to tell you he loved you when you had to leave after a visit or when going to work and was glad to see you upon your return.

After his passing, and on a very personal note,the brilliance and brightness of his wonderful blue eyes and his glorious smile had transcended from his fragile little body to the beauty of the sky above. As the sun began to warm the most perfect of days I felt Cotton smiling as if to say I finally made it.

A small memorial service is planned for the near future dates, time, and location to follow. With that in mind, I know each one of us that knew George has at least one story, so bring it with you and lets celebrate the life and time and ultimately the passing of a man named George.

Arrangements under the direction of Carey Hand Cox-Parker Funeral Home, Winter Park, FL.

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December 10, 2010

Katy Ferrell

Cotton may have been my step-grandpa but to me he was my only "Grandpa" as he was there for me always. He also made a special trip to Georgia when my children were born too so they would know their great grandparents. He always showed his love to me. I will always remember sitting in his lap and him calling me squirrely and letting me talk on his CB radio. He was loved by everyone he met, and rightfully so. He was a great man.

December 10, 2010

Katy (Baird) Ferrell

Cotton may have been my step-grandpa but to me he was my only "Grandpa" as he was there for me always. He made a special trip when my children were born too so they would know their great grandparents. He always showed his love to me. I will always remember sitting in his lap and him calling me squirrely and letting me talk on his CB radio. He was loved by everyone he met, and rightfully so. He was a great man.

December 9, 2010

Chuck & Sue Baird

Cotton was by far one of the friendliest and most likable guys we have ever known. He lived a long and mostly healthy life and was loved and will be remembered by everyone who ever met him. He made my Mom (Chuck) happy and I loved him for that. World is going to be a dimmer place without him in it.

We love you Cotton and tell Mom we said "Hi"...

December 7, 2010

Phelix Martinak

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