George Scott Washburn, 86, of New Bedford passed away Tuesday August 20, 2024 after a brief illness.  He was the husband of the late Sheila A. (Mitchell) Washburn.

Born in Colebrook, NH, the son of the late George F. and Gertrude M. (Collins) Washburn, he lived in New Bedford for most of his life.

Scott was formerly employed as a truck driver and rigger for Hallamore Corporation for many years until his retirement. His family appreciated how hard working he was to provide a wonderful, loving home. He was a member of the Teamsters Union, Local 25.

He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1955-1959, serving in Germany and Japan.

He is survived by three children, Michael S. Washburn and his wife Anna of New Bedford, Rev. Thomas S. Washburn, Pastor of Holy Trinity Parish, West Harwich, and Mary-Beth Washburn of Richards, Texas; his siblings, Evelyn Mosley of Arizona, Jean Pinkney and Colleen Brunelle, both of New Hampshire, and Judy Masters of Arkansas; four grandchildren, Cadie Washburn, Damien Gifford, Samantha Paiva, and Makayla Paiva; two great-grandchildren, Ciaran Gifford and Harper Sheila Washburn Methia; and several nieces and nephews.

He was the brother of the late Priscilla Conley, Edwin Washburn, Lorraine Washburn, and Marilyn Shute.

His funeral will be held on Tuesday August 27th at 10 AM from the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford, followed by his Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish at St. James Church at 11 AM.  Burial with military honors will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery.  Visiting hours will be held on Monday August 26th from 4-8 PM. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.