George A. Kidwell, 70, Sharpsburg, formerly of McLean, Va., died May 15, 2008. He was retired with 38 years of service with the Washington Post, where he set type hot and cold in that form for the front page. He worked under Executive Editor, Ben Bradley, and owner, Martha Graham. Memorial services were at St. Andrew's in-the Pines Episcopal Church with the Rev. Father Paul Elliott officiating. Survivors include his children, Tandy and Joe Bartkowicz, Sharpsburg; and Travis and Morris Kennedy, Richmond, Va.; five grandchildren; and brother, Stanley S. Kidwell, Richmond, Va.
Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral home, Peachtree City, was in charge.