George Wesley Hollins

GEORGE WESLEY HOLLINS was born on August 30, 1944, in Saint Louis, Missouri,

alongside his identical twin brother, Gerard William Hollins Sr., to the loving union of

Maudella and George William Hollins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his

beloved brother.

George spent his entire childhood in the Ville neighborhood of Saint Louis, where he

attended elementary, middle, and high school. He graduated from Sumner High School

in 1963, proudly participating in the school band and football team. During his senior

year, a classmate—Arthur Ashe—introduced him to the sport of tennis, sparking a

lifelong appreciation. George continued his education at Harris-Stowe State College,

earning a bachelor’s degree in business. It was during his years at Sumner that he

began dating Angenette Woods, who would later become his wife.

In 1964, while attending Harris-Stowe, George became a proud member of Kappa

Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Beta Nu Chapter—an affiliation that remained a meaningful

part of his identity throughout his life.

George and Angenette married in January 1966, and in 1967 they welcomed their

daughter, Michelle Denice. From the moment she arrived, father and daughter were

inseparable.

George built a long and distinguished professional career. He began at Combustion

Engineering in St. Louis before transitioning into business consulting. His first consulting

role was with Alexander Proudfoot in Moline, Illinois. He later served as a training

director in systems development at MPC Service Corporation. His consulting journey

ultimately led him to Shell Oil Global Solutions, where he served with dedication and

excellence, retiring as Director of Retention.

On February 16, 1980, George married Phyllis Hollins, and together they lovingly

blended their families. George gained two daughters, Lauren (deceased) and Felicia,

and Phyllis gained one daughter Michelle. Their union became a source of strength, joy,

and shared purpose for more than four decades.

Faith was a cornerstone of George’s life. He grew up in Antioch Missionary Baptist

Church in St. Louis and later became a long-standing, devoted member of First Baptist

Orlando. There, he served joyfully in numerous volunteer roles: Worship Center

volunteer, Connect Ministry table leader, special events helper, and co-facilitator

with his wife Phyllis, of the Christians in Action Life Group, since April

3, 2019. He also served faithfully on the Guest Experience team as an usher on the “B”

side until his passing. George was always ready to help, always ready to serve, and

always ready with a smile.

In the early morning hours of April 26, 2026, the bright and captivating light of George’s

spirit began to fade, and he quietly slipped into the loving arms of Jesus, his Lord and

Savior. Though his voice has been silenced, the memory of his joyful spirit, his warmth,

and his exuberance for life will remain forever in the hearts of all who knew him.

George leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 46 years, Phyllis; his

daughters Michelle Dixon (LaRae) of St. Louis, Missouri, and Felicia Sheppard of

Houston, Texas; sisters-in-law Janice Moore of St. Louis, Missouri, and Marcia Lee of

Carlsbad, California; brothers-in-law Woodrow Dowd (Sharon) of St. Louis, Missouri,

and Nathaniel Moore of Veroli, Italy; and a special nephew, Gerard Hollins Jr. of St.

Louis, Missouri.

He is also survived by eight grandchildren: Matthew Sutherland (Adriane), Rakiyah

Watson (Devon), Ricardo Sutherland (America), James Rucker II, Alexis Bell

(Kameron), Brandon Hampton, Britney Redmon (Juan), and LaRae Dixon II, and nine

great-grandchildren: Jalen, Jazmine, Skylar, Kyson, Juan III, LaRae III, Nia, Bria, and

Isaiah.

George’s legacy continues through a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-

nephews, cousins, extended family, and countless friends who were blessed by his

presence.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to First Baptist, General Cancer and Alzheimer's Support Groups,

In George's honor.

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