Major George E. Bond, USAF, retired, 89, died Monday, November 27, 2017 after a long battle, ever the warrior. A 60 year resident of Hampton and three war veteran, he served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam.

George grew up in Lancaster, OH and graduated from Ohio University and then joined the Air Force as a navigator. In Vietnam, he served as commander of communications and tower operations in Pleiku for which he received medals including the Bronze Star. After 27 years of service he retired and began work as a commercial pilot and chief flight instructor at Flight International for 20 years.

With a passion for flying, George was one of the founders of the Langley AFB Aero Club. He will be remembered by family and friends as the life of the party, with his talent on the piano, booming voice and incredible personality.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Karen; two daughters, Karen Lee and Kristine; a son, George Jr. and wife Theresa; a granddaughter, Crosby; and a grandson, George III.

A graveside service will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Friday, December 1, 2017 at Parklawn Memorial Park.

Arrangements by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home.