George Washington, Catholic?

A fun bit of geekiness:

Did George Washington become a Catholic on his deathbed? Make the sign of the cross during meals? Have a picture of
the Virgin Mary in his possession? Mason & Catholic? Urban legend or reality? And just how did it affect the whole cherry-tree chopping episode?

Inquiring minds who gotta know should visit Per Christem: the "ancient and future Catholics" blog for more.