by michael beer | January 5th, 2010
Lynne Shivers, long time NV scholar and activist, shared the news that George Willoughby died today.
With great sadness, I report that George Willoughby died at 2:20 AM on Tuesday, January 5 at home. He complained of chest pains and difficulty breathing, then died. Family members were with him.
He was Co-founder of many organizations and efforts including:
Peace Brigades International,
World Brigades,
Movement for New Society,
Central Committee on Conscientious Objection.
He sailed on the Golden Rule that was the first direct action against nuclear weapons testing. He participated in first invasions of Nevada Nuclear test site. An incredible activist and leader with world-wide impact.
As a friend wrote, all is well, and all will be well, but right now it feels like there is a hole in the universe.
You can connect with the family at his house where his daughter Sally, lives: 340 Pine St., Deptford, NJ 08096. Phone 856-227-5723. Sally’s e-mail is <willowbee@juno.com>
Plans for the memorial meeting are being made.