George Empty Sr., Townsends retiree

George Empty Sr., 90, of Frankford, passed away Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, at ChristianaCare in Newark.

George was born in Trinity Ville, St. Thomas, Jamaica, Nov. 14, 1932, son of the late Johnathan Alexander Empty and the late Ida (Carr) Empty. He retired from Townsends Inc. as a supervisor. George was a mason for several years as well.  

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Clydia Mae Empty; and two daughters, Ida Jean and Donette. George is survived by four children, Sherry Watson, Judith Empty, George Empty Jr. and Anthony Empty; and two sisters, Mary Lowe and Hyacinth Empty. He is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  

A viewing will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 20, at the Frankford Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 43 Thatcher St., Frankford. A graveside service will follow at Zoar Golden Acres Memorial Cemetery in Bishopville, Md.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting melsonfuneralservices.com.