George Agnew Maddox, 86

George Agnew Maddox, 86, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, December 4, 2015.
He was a native of Dearborn, MI and a son of the late Clifford and Marion Maddox.
Despite having no formal college education George rose steadily in his chosen profession of automobile engineering and manufacturing to group vice president of American Motors and president of AM General. He enjoyed 30 years of retirement.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Phyllis Claire Maddox; daughter, Laurie Ann Maddox of Flat Rock; son, Merle Maddox and wife Susan of SC; and his grandchildren, Oliver and Madeline Maddox.
A memorial service will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, December 12, 2015 in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home with Rev. Susan Maddox officiating.
To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.