Deacon George William Mainer III

George William Mainer III was born on August 22, 1950, in West Palm Beach, Florida to the late George Mainer II and Retha Mainer. He gave his life to Christ and was baptized at an early age in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he grew up. Our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ welcomed him into His glorious Kingdom on September 2, 2024, at his residence. He loved the Lord, his pastor and his church family where he served faithfully as Head Deacon until the time his illness declined. George graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1968. Thereafter, served in the United States Navy from July 28, 1969, until he was honorably discharged on July 27, 1973. Upon being discharged from active duty, he served in the Reserve Unit from July 27, 1973 to July 27, 1975. During this time he simultaneously began his professional career at Bellsouth Communications Corp. as a tower technician. While working tirelessly, he also managed to obtain an Associate’s Degree from Palm State College in Lake Worth, Florida; followed by a Bachelor’s Degree and Master of Business Administration Degree from Nova University. His educational growth coupled with his work ethic paved the way for his career trajectory, leading him to retire after 34 years and 11 months of dedicated service as Vice President of Operations at AT&T. During this tenure, he was involved in community activities and notably led community outreach programs such as Bellsouth Pioneers and the Junior Achievement Program. The daily personal, prayerful worship of the Lord prepares the heart to stand in his strength, ready to face any situation. George was prepared for the ultimate moment on September 2, 2024. No matter the circumstance, when asked how he was doing his response was always- If I’d be any better, I’d be you! George leaves a legacy for every person he touched. He was a man among men who believed in the Lord Jesus Christ and everything He stood for, never wavering. I Corinthians 15:58 states, “...be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” He always had an encouraging word and was a role model for his children and others. He only had one hobby and all that knew him, knew his love for golf. He leaves to mourn and carry on his rich and powerful legacy: his wife of 54 years, Thelma Mainer. Six children, Zellisha (Emerson) David, Khadiijua (Edwin) Riley, Shenika (Reginald) Parson, George (Valerie) Mainer IV, Lakhara (Demetrius) Griglen, and Brandon (Ronique) Mainer, eighteen grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two sisters and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, church family members and beloved friends. George was preceded in death by his parents George Mainer II and Retha Mainer Dyle and four siblings Cynthia “Harriett” Collis, Johnny Mainer, Willie Tyson and John Mainer.

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Deacon George William Mainer III

August 22, 1950 - September 2, 2024