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John Cummings Obituary

Cummings HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - John Cummings, 69, of Hephzibah, Ga., entered into rest on Sept. 25, 2016 at his residence. He retired from the Air Force National Guard in 1991 while working at SRS, where he retired in 2002. John was a faithful and dedicated servant at Thankful Baptist Church, as well as in the community. He leaves to cherish his memories his devoted wife, Patricia J. Cummings; son, Derek O. Cummings; daughter, Cesaley Cummings of Hephzibah, Ga.; mother, Eliza Cummings, Augusta, Ga.; sisters, Jessie Carr, Brooklyn, N.Y., Hattie Day, Columbia, S.C., and Geneatha (Tony) Williams, Walterboro, S.C.; extended family members, Diane Curry, North Augusta, S.C., Veronica Heyward, Beach Island, S.C., Barbara Bussey, North Augusta, S.C., Sandra Ollison, Augusta, Ga., and Angela Washington, North Augusta, S.C.; grandchildren and a host of family and friends. Services will be held on Friday, September 30, 2016, 11:00 a.m., at the Historic Thankful Baptist Church, 302 Walker St., Augusta, Ga., Reverend Christopher Waters officiating with Rev. Gregory Young Eulogist. Viewing will be Thursday, September 29th, from 4-7 p.m., C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Funeral Home 542 Laney Walker Blvd., Augusta, Ga. Phone: 706-724-7594. (Ret. USAF)

Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Sep. 29, 2016.
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Deacon John Cummings was my supervisor at the Historic Thankful Baptist Church, where I'm employed as secretary. I've worked for many great supervisors before, but Deacon Cummings were THE GREATEST! Thank you, Deacon Cummings, for blessing my life and career with your mentoring, guidance, counseling, instruction, direction, generosity, wisdom and Christian love. Rest in Heaven.

Jacqueline Vann

October 2, 2016

Sorry for your lost. John was a wonderful man and I will always remember his smile.

Cortina Samuel

September 30, 2016

My Dear Friend Pat, I'm at a loss for words. So sorry to read about John. You and your family are in my prayers. John is Heavens gain. Love, Debrah

Debrah Smith

September 30, 2016

To Geneatha and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will continue to watch over you as you go through this time of sorrow.

Thelma & Garner Ackerman

September 29, 2016

Pat, I am so sorry to hear about John. What a wonderful, kind person he was and a great person to work for. I just got the news tonight and I am so sorry but I will not be able to attend his funeral. I will be praying for you and your family.

Dianne Parkman

September 29, 2016

To the Family: You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Brenda Neely, Augusta, Ga.

September 29, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Samuel, Marja & Tamiah Green

September 29, 2016

Pat,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of John. May God strengthen you and your family during this time. He is a part of my cherished M Area family that will always be part of my SRS memories.

Rana Frye O'Bryant

September 29, 2016

Patricia, So sorry to read about the passing of John. Our deepest sympathy to you and the entire family. Our heart is with you in your time of sorrow. We share your pain. (Matt. 11:28-30)

Carson Family

September 29, 2016

To Pat,Childrens, Mother, Extended Family and Friends. I express My Heartfelt Condoleances during this life experience. May "GOD" continue To Bless,Comfort and be With You all Each and Every Day. His Memories and Legacy , lifes He Impacted and touched will continue ever More. "GRACE". Joe!/SRP-DuPont

Joseph & Henrietta MOMENT

September 29, 2016

To The Cummings Family
Words cannot possibly convey my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God comfort your grieving heart. May you feel His loving spirit near you now, in the blessing of caring thoughts and in the comfort of cherished memories.

Rev. Dr. Ozzie & Joyce Ford Jr.

September 29, 2016

My condolences to the Cummings family. We are really going to miss "Deke." Love you, from the Melvina Owens and family.

Melvina Owens

September 29, 2016

WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! WE WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. WE WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS. BLESS YOU ALL.

CARVER & ANN SMITH

September 29, 2016

Carroll Sandra Harley cousin

September 29, 2016

To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. As you look back on John's life and the fond memories you have of him, cherish those moments and allow them to serve as comfort to you.

Sandra J.

September 29, 2016

John picked up supplies for the church, from the business I work for. One of the nicest fellas I ever met. He always had a smile on his face. We were very sad to hear of his passing and and send our heart felt condolences to his family.

Larry Sheppard

September 29, 2016

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September 29, 2016

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