George Sheets, Jr., 81, of Mexico, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Arnold Funeral Home. Burial will follow in East Lawn Memorial Park.  Rev. Melvin McCaleb will be officiating the service.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 P.M. until time of services on Saturday, September 6, at the funeral home.

George was born on March 10, 1944 in Auxvasse, the son of George, Sr. and Mary Belle (Bruner) Sheets.  On July 4, 1964 he married Ruby Asolena Clark in Jefferson City, who preceded him in death.

George was raised in the Baptist Church in Auxvasse, where his faith remained a guiding force throughout his life. He was the proud founder of the "Wheels of Choice" motorcycle club, which reflected his love for the open road and the camaraderie it brought. In his leisure time, George enjoyed the simple pleasures of playing cards, fishing and camping with his family, creating cherished memories that will live on. Affectionately known as "Scratch" for his enthusiasm for Missouri Lottery scratchers, George brought humor and warmth wherever he went. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Survivors include three children, Sharon (Harold) Smith of Sedalia, George (Marzena) Sheets of Chicago and Mary Edwards (Greg Kemp) of Columbia; five grandchildren, DeAndre (Bailey) Smith, Shannon (Dale) Schenewerk, Dominique Smith, Shawn Edwards and Gabrielle Sheets; seven great-grandchildren, Aliyah Smith, Kolton Schenewerk, Kellan Smith, Roman Smith, Kaia Schenewerk, Jaelani Edwards and Ariah Smith; one brother, Raymond Sheets of Davenport, IA and many nieces and nephews.

George, Jr. was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Sheets; parents, George, Sr. and Mary Belle Sheets; three brothers, James W. Sheets, Verdell Sheets and Joe E. Sheets; one sister, Marguerite Sheets- Anderson.