Mr. Winslow, 85, of Rochester, died Thursday, August 18, 2016, at his home. George was born on January 9, 1931 in Spring Valley, MN.

On July 19, 1952, he married Ruth A. Steinhorst in Spring Valley, MN. The couple lived in Spring Valley until 1963, then moved to Rochester.

George served in the Army and was stationed in Korea from 1952 until 1954. Upon returning to Minnesota, he worked hauling milk for Clark Trucking. He also spent time working for Nelson Tire of Rochester. He then worked for the city of Rochester, where he ultimately retired in 1996.

Survivors include his wife, Ruth Winslow of Rochester, two daughters, Debbie Eggert of Eyota, MN, and Tamara (Dave) Bartsch of Rochester, MN, a son Todd Winslow of Rochester, two granddaughters, Stacy Estby of Rochester and Tiffany (Jonny) Ketchum of Rochester, four great-grandchildren, Kiersten, Kylie, Kolbie (Tiffany's), and Osman (Stacy's).  He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, as well as two grandchildren Cassie and Luke.

George enjoyed driving truck, playing cards, going on walks and going to chat with his buddies. If NASCAR was on… he was watching it!

A Memorial Gathering for George will be held on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 from 10:00AM until 12:00pm in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home. Burial of George's ashes will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens Cemetery of Rochester. Military Honors will be provided by American Legion Post 92 of Rochester.

Macken Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.