George H. Largay II, 68, of Woodbury, CT, died due to an extended illness at his Connecticut home on May 28, 2013. Whether he was managing one of his successful business ventures, racing a sailboat on Lake Quassapaug, or playing in his family's annual Thanksgiving touch football game, George loved to compete. The only passion that exceeded his love of competition was his devotion to his family. He was a beloved father; grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. He never missed his children's - or his grandchildren's -- games and performances. He was always there to cheer for them; he was their biggest fan. Born in Waterbury, CT, the son of the late John & Catherine Largay, George was a gifted student and athlete. He was a high-school standout in football, hockey and track at Canterbury School in New Milford, CT. From there he went on to Princeton University and Stanford Business School, where he forged lifelong friendships with kindred spirits: folks who worked hard and played hard. George was not one to "go gentle into that good night." After school George took the reins of two family businesses: Highland Manufacturing and Anchor Fasteners both located in Waterbury. In 2000 he accepted a research position at an investment firm in Southport. George is survived by seven grandchildren in addition to his wife, Sheila, their daughter, Blaire Farrar and husband Colin Farrar of Washington, CT; son Bryan Largay and wife Hilde Largay of Santa Cruz, CA; daughter Ery Largay and husband Tim Wadlow of Beverly, MA; and daughter Galen Ryley and husband John Ryley of Newport, RI. George is also survived by his sister, Dorothy Largay, of Santa Barbara, CA, and brothers Jack Largay of Centerville, MA, Tim Largay of Avon, CT, Richard Largay of Cummaquid, MA and Philip Largay of St. James City, FL. George's sister Elizabeth Terenzi of Middlebury, CT and his brother Robert Largay of Osterville, MA predeceased him.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Middlebury Land Trust, Inc., P.O. Box 193, Middlebury, CT 06762.

Cemetery: Lake Elise Cemetery

Location: Munson-Lovetere Woodbury

Services: The funeral and burial will be at Lake Elise Cemetery in Middlebury, CT at 10: 00 am on Monday, June 3.

Visitation: There are no calling hours.