On Saturday, August 24, 2019, George Thomas “Skip” Hoag, 84, of Buckingham, Virginia, passed away at his home surrounded by his family. He was born to the late George Hoag and Mary Gaines Hoag Grigg on September 27, 1934.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia Coleman “Ginny” Hoag. On September 1, they would have celebrated their 62nd anniversary. Also, survived are his children, Terry Hoag Hadden (Dave), Tim Hoag and Tricia Hoag Wingo; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Robert J. Hoag; sister-in-law, Sandra B. Coleman; several nieces and a nephew; and many cousins and special friends. He is preceded in death by his son-in-law John R.Wingo Jr.

In 1956, Skip graduated from Fordham University. During his long career, his employers included General Electric, Babcock and Wilcox, HiTest Labs, and New York Life. His many accomplishments included charter member and first chief of the Toga Volunteer Fire Departure; president, Buckingham County Lions Club; president, Buckingham County PTA; member of Buckingham County Rescue Squad; and co-founder of Catholic Churches in Buckingham and Appomattox, Va.

His hobbies included traveling, duck hunting, and love of sports, including baseball, golf, UVA and Fordham basketball. He was also a private pilot. His priorities were his faith and love of his family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local hospice or food bank organizations.

A mass will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 31, 2019, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Appomattox. A memorial graveside service will be held at 4 p.m. at the Coleman Family Cemetery in Toga, Va.