George M. Levis, who succeeded his father as superintendent, and is one of the principal offices of the corporation was born in Alton, in October, 1856. He attended school here, and was trained for his business career under the direction of this father. Mr Levis is president of Citizens National Bank. He is one of the controlling factors in the business and financial affairs of Alton, and has continued the influence of his father for the betterment of his native city.
He was married in 1895, to Miss Emma Gray, and they have a daughter, Adele. Their beautiful home in Washington Avenue was originally the old DeBow mansion, which has been remodeled and adorned by Mr Levis, and the house and surrounding grounds comprise one the most attractive homesteads in Alton.