Ernest Gene George, 85 years old, of Switzer, WV went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his residence. He was born on April 25, 1940, in Hazard, KY and was the son of the late Albert and Eula (Couch) George.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Irene (Mitchem) George; brothers, Astor George, William George, Jerry George, and Kenny George.

He faithfully served as a deacon for more than 20 years at New Hope Assembly of God in Switzer, WV. He deeply loved his church and his church family. Through his heartfelt testimonies and by playing the harmonica for the Lord, he uplifted and encouraged the spirits of everyone who heard him.

Those left to cherish his loving memory includes his brother, Thurman Douglas George of Virginia; caretakers, Matilda Workman and Dakota Jones both of West Logan, WV; sisters in law, Audrey Gilbert of Chapmanville, WV and Dorothy Lewis of Ohio; and his church family who he oftened referred to as the “nuts and bolts of who held him together.”

A visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Collins Funeral Home Chapel in Switzer, WV.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Friday, March 20, 2026, at Collins Funeral Home Chapel in Switzer, WV with Pastor Shane Dennison officiating. Entombment will follow in Highland Memory Gardens in Godby, WV.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Collins Funeral Home, Inc. of Switzer, WV.