George F. Telmany

January 26, 1956 - April 18, 2021

Holmdel Funeral Home

26 South Holmdel Road

Holmdel, NJ 07733

Saturday 4/24, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Holmdel Funeral Home

26 South Holmdel Road

Holmdel, NJ 07733

Saturday 4/24, 2:00 pm

George F. Telmany, 65 of Aberdeen, died on Sunday, April 18.

He was born in Long Island, NY in 1956 to Gloria and George Telmany.

George helped many people grow their businesses throughout his career as a business advisor for SBDC College of Staten Island and received various awards throughout the years.

He was very charismatic and made new friends wherever he went. George loved the beach, hiking, cooking, and photographing nature.

He is survived by his husband Shawn Stearns, his sister Rita Lee of Colts Neck, his niece Noelle, nephew Zack, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Memorial Gathering Saturday, April 24 from 1pm – 2pm at the Holmdel Funeral Home, 26 S. Holmdel Road, Holmdel with a service offered at 2pm. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions in George’s name be directed to the National Park Service (www.nps.gov/getinvolved/donate.htm)

KINDLY NOTE: for the health and safety of all guests, current state and local health protocols of social distancing and the wearing of face masks are being strictly enforced.

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George F. Telmany, 65 of Aberdeen, died on Sunday, April 18. He was born in Long Island, NY in 1956 to Gloria and George Telmany. George helped many people grow their businesses throughout his career as a business advisor for SBDC College of Staten Island and received various awards throughout the years. He was very …
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My most sincere condolences to George's family, friends, and colleagues. I met George only a couple of times, but we spoke on the phone often, especially in the last year. He always checked on me and my business, making sure I navigated all the SBDC and SBA programs the proper way, and mentoring me on my business development. The first time I met George I remember being surprised at how nice of a man he was, but then quickly realized that he was much more than that. Truly caring, generous, helpful, inspiring, funny, real. It was an honor meeting him and I will miss him.

In memory of George F. Telmany, Divya Pandya lit a candle

I have met George only 2 times, and from the first 5 minutes of talking to him I felt like I knew him all my life. He was an angel on earth and will remain an angel in our hearts. Rest his soul in peace ??Please accept our condolences and our prayers are with your family.

My heart is broken upon hearing this , I am so sorry for the loss of George, we worked together to further my career and business and often would just talk vacations and just so many personal things as well, what a great person we lost, Rest in Peace George and I will keep wonderful thoughts of you as you soar high. Big hugs to your husband who you spoke of highly...and family and friends...It was an honor knowing you.

George was a wonderful colleague of mine. We worked together in several projects at the College of Staten Island. I remember at one winter morning (2019), I ran into him at the parking lot. I was looking at my warm hat but somehow I forgot to bring it to work. George without hesitation went to his truck and gave me a brand new warm hat. It was a gift from one of his clients. On that night, there was a snow storm and I am so thankful I have his hat. I will never forget!!

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Dear Shawn, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m very grateful to have met George through Chris Medeiros. My partner died at 42 and it is a devastating experience. Please take care of yourself in the coming days. Ray Torrenti

I remember my first staff training with the SBDC George was so welcoming, and outgoing. I didn't know him very well, but I am glad for the time I was able to spend with him. Staff training will not be the same without him. My deepest condolences to his family and close friends.

RIP George. My condolences to his family, friends and the SI SBDC. He will be missed.

In memory of George F. Telmany, Libby Saccente lit a candle

In memory of George F. Telmany, Lisa Cannaday Dunn lit a candle

Sending such love to you all .

Our deepest condolence to Shawn and Rita and family . George was the outside adventures nature guy love being outside exploring hiking guy . Liven life to it's fullest. George will greatly be missed by all who knew him . God Bless . There is an Angel in heaven . Love Tom Nancy Caden Shane Bullard .

Our deepest condolence to Shawn and Rita Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Geroge was the adventures outside nature guy loving life to the fullest . He will be missed greatly .There an Angel in heaven God Bless Love Tom Nancy Caden Shane Bullard

Sending love to and prayers to Shawn Stern and all of George’s family. The world lost a beautiful man but his soul will always be with you all!

In memory of George F. Telmany, April Greenough lit a candle

Shawn, we are so sorry you lost your best friend. George was truly one of the most kind and generous souls we've ever had the pleasure of meeting. May he rest in peace. Our love to you, Kevin Brigham and Dennis Cavaliere

Shawn: Take comfort in your memories... With blessings, Chris

My prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Our sincere sympathy to you Shawn on the loss of George. We were lucky to have met him, He was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. Rest in peace George

In memory of George F. Telmany, Rebecca Gloudeman lit a candle

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Shawn. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ❤️??❤️

In memory of George F. Telmany, Kim & Richard White lit a candle

Shawn, our hearts go out to you today, as you lay to rest your soul mate, George. You've been a Rock through the hardships that you both faced and a loving partner during the great times! Thank you for loving our friend so deeply. We've all lost a kind, compassionate, talented and dear friend in George. Our thoughts are with you and Rita and the rest of George's family on this solemn day.

In memory of George F. Telmany, Walt & Rose Badouin lit a candle

Our hearts are broken for our dear nephew Shawn and all of George's family, we are so grateful for all of the love he shared and gave to Shawn. Rest in peace always George.

Great man full of life he will be missed

In memory of George F. Telmany, Jingshu Jimmy Zheng lit a candle

My deepest condolences to George's family. We have lost an exemplary professional, May his soul rest in peace. Sending love to his loved ones. Sincerely, Evelyn Carrasco, LaGuardia SBDC

Dear George, you have left us way too early and my heart is broken. You were a friend like no other and truly a mentor to many. A man who lived life to its fullest and touched every life you encountered. I am so happy to have the many wonderful memories that we made together and those are things that I will always remember with love. It was an honor to be able to be at your wedding to Shawn and share in your happiness of that day. You will continue to live on in my heart forever.

My dear friend George. When we met we were both encountering new chapters in our lives. Although our challenges differed, our personalities bolstered each other’s strengths and we managed to turn the page. When we shared our stories on the first day we met and I told mine, you said “Interesting...I’m going to include your story in my book”. I looked at you startingly and you responded “don’t worry I’ll give your character another name...I do that with all the characters in my book”. We chuckled at the idea of writing a book however, within a short period of time I realized you were serious. In retrospect I realized something incredible. Not only are you an open book, George, your life was the book you longed to write. You are the protagonist and we the supporting characters intertwined by your role in life. You lived vicariously through our life experiences and successes. By George! you accomplished your literary endeavor without knowing it. We, your supporting characters, can attest to that. You created a book of life filled with traveling adventures, international relations, nature, horticulture, compassion, self-improvement, opposing discourses, humor, mentoring, and culinary arts. Your masterful work of literary art may not have been in writing. Instead, it was a masterpiece that transcended time which shall inevitably be etched into our fond memories, forever!

We will miss your smile, compassion, humor, advice, photos and most importantly your friendship. Rest in peace George.

I am heartbroken by the loss of George. He was such a kind, caring, supportive, joyful, down to earth and accessible person. A rare find. He guided me in my business for the last 8 years. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have known him. Sending others my love as we all grieve such a beautiful person.

George, I feel blessed to have known you. We shared some of the best times in high school. You were an inspiration to me and many more. RIP brother.

A great man and an inspiration

With heartfelt condolences to Shawn and George's family and friends. He was truly a remarkable guy and we were so fortunate to know him. He was a warm, kind man who embraced life to its fullest and will be greatly missed by all.

George and I were classmates at New Drop High School. His kindness set an example for all of us, and he will be missed. My sincere condolences to his husband, family and friends. May his memory be eternal.

I shall never forget his instant warmth and gracious spirit. He made Shawn the happiest man I know and I am grateful for that and to have known him. My condolences to all who were close to him.

What a beautiful light in this world. He will be sorely missed.❤️

God bless you in heaven dear George. Take many pictures too share once we all meet again.

You will be truly missed uncle George we love you so much and heaven gained an angel, we love you.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

My love to Shawn, and to George’s family and friends.

George, Rest In Peace !!!

Life is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight..The song just ended, but your melody will linger on forever in our heart George.

So sorry for your loss! Sending prayers for you and your families!

My heart goes to all who loved George. He was a wonderful man.

You will always be in our hearts cousin George. I know our family is hugging you in heaven.

George was a Terrific Business Advisor , Colleague and Friend. I will always remember George for going out of his way to assist me when I first joined the SBDC 8 years ago. George was always easy to work with and was always available to lend a helping hand where ever it was needed. George will be Greatly missed by all who were fortunate to know him. Rest in Peace Dear Friend!

I am heart-broken by the loss of this tremendous human and mentor. George was my coach and my cheerleader. He taught me to believe in myself and my ideas and always gave me sound advice and support. I was made better by his wisdom, guidance and humor - as were so many others. I will miss George tremendously and offer my deepest condolences to his husband Shawn, his family, and his lifelong friends. What a gift to know George.

My dear brother , I am so sad for the loss of George. What a loving, funny and all around wonderful man he was. How lucky we were to have had him as part of our family for as long as we did. I’m so happy you had the time with him that you did, you were able to experience true true love, anyone who knew you both could definitely see that. Rest In Peace George❤️ Love Tina and Kelly

George was a colleague, a friend, and an excellent human being. He was the kind of person to make friends easily because he was generous with his time and attention, thoughtful and kind. His positivity was contagious and sincere. He saw beauty everywhere and pulled every ounce of it from this life. I will miss him terribly. My sincere condolences to Shawn at this terrible time and to his dear friends and family. I am so glad to have known him.

I worked with George since the 1990s. We often spoke about working outdoors, our love of hiking, and the places where we've traveled (and where we wanted to travel to). I never knew anyone who was so curious about exploring the world, and was so capable of listening to the people whom he met. This earth is lesser for his absence. I'll miss him very much. Blessings to Sean, his family & his many friends.

Sincere sympathies to you and your family. What I remember most about George was his contagious smile and warm-heartedness. George will truly missed but will continue to live on in the hearts of many.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.