A long-time resident of El Sobrante, George was born in Oakland, CA to Donald and Katherine Pryde. After graduating from Berkeley High, he attended U.C. Berkeley, graduating in 1938 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. George served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.
George was an independent Union Oil, and Chevron dealer until his retirement in 1995, and was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a member of the Tilden and Redwood Bowmen. George truly enjoyed his home and garden, and spending time with his family.
George is survived by his loving children Georgia McAlister and husband Michael, Harriet Muir and husband Jerry, Dixie Sudhakar, and Margaret Pryde; grandchildren Scott Diefenbacher, Heidi Diefenbacher, Christine Daly, Michael McAlister, Jr., Melissa Sudhakar and Elizabeth Vidor; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Services will be private. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Gentiva Hospice, or the charity of your choice.