George B. Jost
1947-2018
On Thursday, November 9th, 2018, after
an adventuresome seventy-one years, the amazing life of George Brian
Jost came to an end. George accomplished more than most of us ever
dream of. He was formally trained as a sheet metal worker but was self
educated in a multitude of fields. As a life long learner, George was
constantly reading and expanding his skill set. Some of his
achievements include: owning and operating Jost Sheet Metal Works, a
wild game farm, a poultry processing plant, a country store, an apple
orchard, a fish farm, and a zoo he founded for his son,
Kalem.
George believed that one could do anything… with
enough hard work. He learned the trades of stonework, masonry,
gardening, plumbing and construction (he built two
houses from the ground up along with a multitude of other
structures).
Ever resourceful, George was continuously creating
with found material: from bottle walls, to stone buildings, to
eccentric fencing. Though he never called himself an artist he leaves
behind impressive wire sculptures, fine wood carvings, stained glass
pieces, and one of a kind, hand-hammered copper weather
vanes.
But there is ever more to his legacy. He taught
constantly and at any given moment he would share his knowledge and
insight. This helped shape the capabilities and work ethics of all who
spent time with him. He demanded as much of others as he did from
himself and lived by the belief that « can’t » is
not a word.
It has been said by more than one person, that he
would work you so hard that you could hate him for it; but, after work
was finished, he would invite you to sit down to share a drink and a
conversation, and you would love him all the more.
George could hold a conversation with anyone. He
was always unafraid to voice his opinion and humble enough to change
his mind. He would go toe to toe with intellects, preachers and even
toddlers. George lived his life fully…every single
moment.
Finally, George loved fiercely and his family and
friends knew this love.
Arrangements are entrusted to Sherwood’s Funeral
Home and Life Tribute Centre (506-839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton,
NB. At George’s request there will not be any visitation or funeral
service.
In lieu of flowers his family asks that you have a drink in
his honour.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de George B Jost 19472018..
Décès pour la Ville: Norton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
