George R. “Pete” Hescox Jr. 66, of Dover DE, formerly of Blandburg, passed away March 17, 2021 at home after a courageous battle with cancer, with his loving wife of 40 years by his side. Born February 23, 1955 in Philipsburg, the youngest child of the late George Sr. “Bob” and Pauline (Leyo) Hescox. Survived by wife, the former Shirley Clark, children; Nichole (John) O’Brien of Milton, DE, Dawn Greenaway of Milton DE, and Robert (Mary Carol Knowlan) Greenaway of Broomfield, CO, grandchildren; Capt. Gregory (Megan) Greenaway of San Diego, CA, Clayton Greenaway (Nikki Briskin) of Radnor, PA, Ike O’Brien, Huk O’Brien and baby boy O’Brien  (due in July) all of Milton, DE, siblings; Cindy (Jack) Myers of Irvona, Darlene “Dolly” Ninosky (Dave Zahoran) of Irvona, and Dennis (Jackie Weakland) of Coalport. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pete was a retired business owner/operator. He was a member of the Coalport Masonic Lodge #574 and the Jaffa Shrine. He had a one-of-a-kind personality that formed memorable and lasting relationships with coworkers and anyone he knew. He loved to travel and spend winters in Florida with Shirley. He loved to hunt Witmer, shoot skeet, go to gatherings at the family camp, and do anything involving his grandsons. A memorial celebration of Pete’s life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 10, 2021 at the Coalport Presbyterian Church, 1334 Main St., Coalport, PA 16627. Local arrangements by Gibbons Funeral Home, Coalport, PA 16627 www.gibbonsfhashvillecoalport.com