George Matthew Badovinatz
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Kathy Hunsaker - 1981
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Grand Junction Daily Sentinel page 7B Obituary - May 24, 2017
George Matthew
Badovinatz
December 20, 1954 - May 18, 2017
George Badovinatz, 62, of
Farmington, passed away
Thursday, May 18, 2017, in
Farmington.
He was born December 20,
1954, in Bingham Canyon,
Utah to Ruby and Butter
Badovinatz. George grew up
in Bingham Canyon and
Sandy, Utah, with his sisters, Nancy, Diane and George
(Beanie). Growing up he enjoyed playing baseball, football and
golf. He would continue to enjoy golf for the rest of his life.
George was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army after
spending two years in Germany.
George married his wife and best friend, Kathy Hunsaker, in
the summer of 1981, and he loved her every second thereafter.
He began his career at Chevron in January of 1982, as a
roustabout in Evanston, WY. His niece, Mindy, whom George
treated like a daughter, was born in 1985. His sons, Mike and
Eric were born in 1989 and 1993. George loved his children
with all his heart and was forever proud of their
accomplishments. He coached youth sports, served as a Scout
leader, and followed his kids around the country to watch them
perform in all their activities.
During his 35 years with Chevron, George lived in Evanston,
WY, Vernal, UT, Grand Junction, CO, and Farmington. He
constantly worked hard to support his family, making his way
up from a roustabout to an operation supervisor. He loved all his
family, friends, and colleagues dearly.
George was preceded in death by his mother, father, brother-inlaw,
and niece. He is survived by his wife, Kathy; sons, Mike
and Eric; three sisters, and many nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Eric Badovinatz, Mike Badovinatz, Mindy
Dodge, Austin Hammer, Steve Hammer and Ashton Hammer.
Honorary Pallbearers are Dick Hunsaker, Rob Hunsaker, Don
Roney and Rich Coon.
A funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 26 at
Martin Mortuary in Grand Junction, CO. Burial will follow
service at the Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Grand Junction.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mercy Health
Foundation - Mercy Hospice House, 1010 Three Springs Blvd.
Suite 108, Durango, CO 81301.
Funeral arrangements are with Martin Mortuary, 550 North
Ave. in Grand Junction, CO. Local funeral arrangements are
with Farmington Funeral Home, 2111 W. Apache St. Those who
wish to express condolences may do so at
farmingtonfuneral.com.
