George Cummings Haymaker, Jr., 80, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025. He will be interred at Springwood Baptist Church Cemetery, 88 Copps Hill Road, Buchanan, on September 6, 2025, at 11 a.m.
George was born April 14, 1945, in Springwood. He dedicated his life to service, both to his country and his community. He proudly served in the United States Army, with tours in Germany and Vietnam, demonstrating courage and commitment in times of great challenge. Following his military service, George built a distinguished 40-year career with Norfolk Southern Railway, where he held various management positions and earned the respect of colleagues through his steady leadership and strong work ethic. In retirement, George embraced the simple joys that brought him happiness – spending time outdoors fishing, hunting, and golfing with cherished friends. These passions painted his golden years with laughter, companionship, and peace. He will be fondly remembered for his integrity, quiet strength, and the loyalty he showed to those he loved.
George’s predecessors were his father, George Cummings Haymaker, Sr.; his mother, Phyllis Sink Haymaker; and nephew, David Haymaker.
Surviving family members include his wife of 38 years, Betty Judd Haymaker, Salem and Augusta, Ga.; brother, Don Haymaker (JoLynn), Moneta; sisters Jackie Key (Wendell), Charlotte, N.C.; and Mary Patsel, Buchanan; his children, Mark Haymaker, Falls Church; Heather Haas (Mike), Franklin Wis.; Cheryl Johnson and fiancé Jose Nuques, Augusta, Ga.; and Todd Dooley, Oliver Springs, Tenn.; grandchildren, Sarah Gilliam-Carson (Tyler), Eldersburg, Md.; Damon Haas, Franklin, Wis.; Alexa Dooley, Morristown, Tenn.; and Jacob Dooley of Oliver Springs, Tenn.; great-grandson, Carson Ledford of Morristown, Tenn; numerous nieces and nephews.
Condolences may be made at www.botetourtfh.com or 540-254-3000.
