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george M. Ewing Jr., a man described as a “magnificent human being,” left a significant impact on the communities he touched, especially Canandaigua and Minneapolis. His commitment to service was evident in his active involvement with Episcopal churches in both locations.
In Canandaigua, Mr.Ewing was a familiar presence at st. John’s Episcopal Church. He contributed his time as a lay reader and played a role on the minister search committee.His dedication extended to minneapolis,where he served St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral. there, he shared his knowledge by teaching Sunday school and led young people on spiritual journeys, known as pilgrimages. His contributions to St. Mark’s also included participation in the church’s building committees and engagement with a program that mirrored the “Neighbor to Neighbor” initiative.
His son, Brendan Ewing, recalled his father’s philanthropic spirit, noting, “He always encouraged us at Christmas not to give him gifts but to donate to a nonprofit affiliated with St. Mark’s that helped people get back on their feet.”
Despite his impactful contributions, Mr. Ewing was known for his humility and aversion to the spotlight. “But he took a real pride in getting things done and making a difference,” his son added.Many mourn his passing but find solace in the positive influence he had on numerous lives, whether as an educator, a confidant, a journalist, a family man, a benefactor, or as Martin so aptly put it, “a magnificent human being.”
Though his life ultimately led him to Minnesota, Mr. Ewing’s deep affection for his Canandaigua origins remained a defining characteristic. “He was a good man,” commented Korpiel. “I can’t speak enough about him.” Polimeni shared that Mr. Ewing cherished opportunities to return to Canandaigua, reconnect with people, and revisit cherished memories.
Last fall, mr. Ewing made a return trip to Canandaigua for the memorial service of George Hamlin IV, a prominent figure in the community and former CEO and board president of Canandaigua National Bank, who passed away at 83 last October. Polimeni had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Ewing at this event. “He so loves Canandaigua. He has so many fond memories of it,” she stated. “I would characterize him as a true Canandaigua person, someone who loved the community and loved to remember all of his good times here.”
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Mr. Ewing is survived by his wife, Rosemary. From his first marriage to Meg Reed, which lasted 23 years, he is also survived by three sons: Patrick (and his wife Sonya) of Burlington, VT; Brendan (and his wife Kylie) and their children Oscar and Merrill of Brighton, NY; and Cameron of Brooklyn, NY.He is also survived by his brother, Thomas (and his wife Caroline) of Keene, NH; his niece Claire of Burlington, VT; his nephew Ross of Boston, MA; and numerous close cousins.Mr. Ewing was preceded in death by his mother, Marie-Merrill Ewing, in 2002, and his father, George M. ewing, in 2009.
Memorial services are scheduled to be held in Minneapolis and Canandaigua later this year.
In lieu of flowers, the family and friends of Mr. Ewing suggest that donations be made to the Neighbor to Neighbor Fund in Canandaigua and the Dignity Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to honor his life.
