George J. Collette, 88, of Andover Connecticut, passed away January 24, 2011. He leaves to mourn his loving companion Barbara Foran of Andover, three daughters, Mary O'Connell of Elkhart IN, Dianne Collette and Louise Bisson both of Hampton. George was born February 1st , 1922 in Shelburne, VT to Louis and Ida Collette. He was an Air Force Veteran, a B25 pilot in World War II and a Past Commander of the D.A.V. George also leaves a sister, Laura Woodling of Mansfield; 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. In addition, he leaves behind Barbara's children, 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. George volunteered in the Andover Fire Department for 20 years and drove the Andover Senior Van as a volunteer for over 25 years. He also took care of the Veteran's Monument in the center of Andover Town. He was a member of the Andover Seniors since its inception and was its President for 10 years. For many years he was a chief chef at the Senior picnic. The John F. Tierney Funeral Home, 219 West Center Street, Manchester, CT will have calling hours from 3:00 to 6:00 on Sunday January 30th. A brief prayer service will be held at the funeral home at 11:00 on Monday January 31st. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Andover Congregational Church or The Andover Volunteer Fire Department. There will be a Memorial Service at the Andover Congregational Church on Saturday, February 5, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.