George Davis Featherston Jr. was born on May 17, 1944, in Abilene, Texas, to George and Nannie Belle Featherston. He passed away on June 22, 2026, in Portland, TX, surrounded by his loving wife, close friends, and family, at 82 years of age.

George was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Richard Leslie, Keith Allen, and Stephen Hugh Featherston; and his brother-in-law, Tommy Lee Warren.

He is survived by his wife, Debra; son, Sam Featherston (Kandi); brother, Earl William (Edith); four sisters, Pat Warren, June Baca, Teresa O'Brien, and Peggy Cochrane (Bill); sisters-in-law, Carol Featherston and Sabine Featherston; in-laws, Fred Schneider (Theresa) and Bob Schneider (Debra); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

George's military career began when he enlisted in the United States Army in Houston, Texas, with his brother on August 24, 1965, as Private Featherston. He served dutifully and heroically for almost 30 years and was honorably discharged as Colonel Featherston at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, on June 30, 1993.

While serving in Vietnam, George was driven by his commitment to his fellow soldiers and his country, as evidenced by his many service awards. During his service, George was awarded a Silver Star for Gallantry in Action, two Bronze Stars for Meritorious Achievement in Ground Operations Against Hostile Forces, and one Bronze Star for Heroism in Ground Combat. In addition, George was awarded three Purple Hearts for injuries sustained in battle and two Air Medals for Meritorious Achievement While Participating in Aerial Flight.

Later in his military career, George was awarded The Legion of Merit Award as Commander, United States Army Recruiting Battalion Dallas, 5th Recruiting Brigade (Southwest), and became Brigade Commander, United States Army Recruiting Brigade, Ft. Sheridan, 4th Recruiting Brigade. As the leader in these highly successful Recruiting Command assignments he was a demanding, but fair Commander, who became known as the beloved “Prince of Darkness”.

George's commitment to his fellow service members didn't end with his military retirement. As one of the original Center Managers of the Army’s Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, he continued to impact those in the military throughout his life and was influential in helping those leaving the military transition back to civilian life. He truly had a love of country, his family, community, ponies, and poker.

Graveside arrangements pending at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery and George would enjoy his close friends to raise a glass.