George Alfred Horwege, 84, of Murrells Inlet, SC formerly of South Ozone Park, Queens,NY and Oceanside, NY passed away peacefully Thursday, February 25, 2021 at home.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, George was the son of the late George Horwege, Sr and Helen Mohring Horwege. George was a veteran who served in the U.S. Army. His career in computer programming was outstanding. He moved to Murrells Inlet after retirement and enjoyed his retirement immensely golfing and fishing. A super car enthusiast, you may remember meeting him at the various car shows in the area. Ask George anything about cars or electronics and he would know the answer.
Survivors include his loving wife, Linda Horwege, Murrells Inlet, SC; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Anthony Ficano, Murrells Inlet, SC; son George Horwege, Valley Stream, NY; stepsons Christopher Demetriou, Tucson, AZ; Gregory Demetriou, Murrells Inlet, SC; Michael Demetriou, Oceanside, NY; granddaughters, Lauren Zeltzer and Christina Ficano and great grandchildren Sienna, Zachary and Nico.
A Celebration of George’s Life will be held at a future date.
The family request in lieu of flowers that donations be made in George’s name to Tidelands Community Hospice at www.tidelandshospice.org/donate
Burroughs Funeral Home (843-651-1440) of Murrells Inlet is assisting the family.
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