George Richard Katz, 66, of Knoxville, formerly of Oak Ridge, passed away on June 19, 2014.

George was born in Knoxville on February 29, 1948.

He graduated from Oak Ridge High School, Class of 1966, and was a former fireman with the City of Oak Ridge Fire Department. George enjoyed other career pursuits and worked many years as a long haul truck driver. After earning his degree in nursing, George practiced as an ICU RN at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital of Knoxville and eventually he supervised Home Health Care Facilities.

Affectionately known by most as simply “Pops,” he was loved by many and will be missed by all. [Read more…]