George A. Hubbard

George A. Hubbard of Hermitage, and Masury, unexpectedly transitioned during the early morning hours of Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, while receiving care in the Emergency Room of Sharon Regional Medical Center, following a sudden illness. He was 90.

Mr. Hubbard was born Feb. 16, 1935, in Meriden, Conn., a son to John Bish and Helen (Hubbard) Aspinwall.

As a 1953 graduate of Rindge Technical School, Cambridge, Mass., George excelled in track and field, played football and served as his class president. His life’s path led him to further his education at the University of Massachusetts. A short time later, he proudly enlisted in the U.S. Army to help protect our country and keep our country free.

Following an honorable discharge, George worked with his family at their refuse collection service. In addition, he established himself as a beloved and reliable former mail carrier at the U.S. Post Office in Masury and worked at National Castings Division of Midland-Ross in Sharon. He eventually retired from Sawhill Tubular, where he dedicated 30 years as a roll shop attendant.

A man with a deep and abiding faith in God and sincere love for others, George was a member of Cedar Avenue Church of God and Ruth African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, both in Sharon. George sang in the choir, loved to worship and faithfully volunteered his time and talents to enrich programs there as well as throughout his community. While an active member of Cedar Avenue, he provided security and drove for the van ministry.

George was unconditionally generous, fun-loving and knew no strangers, engaging anyone in conversations from history to entertainment, mundane moments to extraordinary memories. In his spare time, he loved traveling and ensuring the success of any endeavor in which he participated. George developed a unique flair for fashion that manifested itself in his impeccable grooming and attire. In light of his devotion to children and his family, George treasured moments spent coaching his children and grandchildren in track. Through the years, George was known for his thoughtfulness and was a beloved and trusted friend.

Survivors include: his wife, Brenda L. Gibbs-Hubbard, whom he married Aug. 13, 1988; children, Pamela Ross, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; Sonja Benford, of Euclid, Ohio; Dr. Marquita Kemp, of Masury; and Pierre Hubbard, of Hubbard; sister, Rose Marie Hubbard, of Hartford, Conn.; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, other precious family members and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his son, Courtney M. Hubbard; and sister, Helen Hubbard.

A time of gathering to honor Mr. Hubbard will be held from 4 to 6 on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, and 10 a.m. to time of service Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, both in Cedar Avenue Church of God, 1045 Cedar Ave., Sharon. A homegoing service will begin at 11 a.m. Friday with military honors. The Hubbard family will receive family and friends in the home of Dr. Marquita Kemp, Masury. George will be laid to rest in Morefield Cemetery, Hermitage.

Expressions of sympathy may be left for his family at www.bricelandfuneralservice.com

Memorial contributions can be made to Ruth A.M.E. Zion Church, 95 W. Connelly Blvd., Sharon, PA 16146.

Coordination of this tribute for Mr. Hubbard was presented by Daniel Briceland, Owner & Director of Briceland Funeral Service, 379 State Route 7 SE, Brookfield, Ohio 44403. (330-509-3135)