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Wilton Reppard Threatt - CLAXTON - Wilton Reppard Threatt, 79, passed away November 17, 2009, at his residence, after a long illness, under the care of Ogeechee Hospice. The Evans County native was a member and Deacon of Rehoboth Missionary Baptist Church. He was a Korean War Veteran, was awarded Farm Family of the Year and was one of the original members of the Claxton Wildlife Club. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and his church family. He was avid about fishing, coon hunting and tending his farm and animals. Survivors: his wife of 54 years, Louise Threatt of Claxton; two sons, Kenny (Barbara) Threatt and Norman Threatt, all of Claxton; three daughters, Tammi (Danny) Woodrum of Statesboro, Wendy (Steve) Boatright and Jeannie (Lee) Burkhalter, both of Claxton; one brother-in-law, Howard Hughes of Savannah; one sister, Versie Cribbs of Claxton; eight grandchildren, Heidi (Robbie) Barnard, Matthew (Valerie) Woodrum, Amanda (Brad) Black, Daniel Threatt, Brooke Boatright, Callie Boatright, Becky (Josh) Havener and Maggie Burkhalter; five great-grandchildren, Libby Black, Emily Barnard, Alana Barnard, Hallie Havener and Adisyn Havener; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation: Thursday, November 19, 5:00 p.m. until, at J. Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home. Funeral: Friday, November 20, 2009, 2:00 p.m., at Rehoboth Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. David Hagan and Eld. John Scott officiating. Burial: Threatt Family Cemetery, Wilton Threatt Rd., Claxton. Honorary Pallbearers: Deacons of Rehoboth Missionary Baptist Church and Edward Blalock. Remembrances: Rehoboth Missionary Baptist Church Building Fund, 2331 Campground Rd., Claxton, Ga., 30417; or Ogeechee Area Hospice, P. O. Box 531, Statesboro, Ga., 30458. J. Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home "Our Family Serving Your Family" Since 1917 912-739-3338 Savannah Morning News November 19, 2009 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Nov. 19, 2009.

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Patsy Brown

November 21, 2009

Mrs. Louise, Jeannie and family,

I am so sorry to hear of the death of your husband and father. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

November 20, 2009

Louise & Family,

We were sadden to hear just this morning of Wilton's passing. He was a dear friend.

Avon still talks about the days they worked together at the Claxton Bakery.

We love you all!

Avon & Annette Ray

Janice D. Williams

November 20, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Cliff, Pam & Joseph Kennedy

November 20, 2009

Mrs. Louise & Family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Wilton. He was such a fine man and will be missed by so many. You and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love to all,

Lisa, Scott & Joseph Eason

November 20, 2009

Mrs. Louise & Family:
May God bless you with comfort and peace during this time of grief. I will always remember Mr. Wilton for his soft-spoken, kind manner. I know you all will miss him so much but have many wonderful memories of him.

November 20, 2009

Louise and Family,
So sorry for your loss. May your faith in God bring you comfort. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerome and Ginger Parker

Enman & Lorena Holland Threatt

November 19, 2009

Louise, we are thinking about you in the time of sorrow. Unfortunately over the years our paths have not crossed but have thought of you and Wilton so many times. My sister forwarded your 50th wedding anniversary celebration news clipping and realized we also were married in the same year -- 1955. My God bless you and your family.

Nancy Chester

November 19, 2009

Kenny,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My God bless and be with you in your time of sorrow.

November 19, 2009

Louise and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief and sorrow. I know your family has many good memories to share with each
other as time goes on without him ,but always in your heart. May everyone be blessed with God's love.

Jack and Carolyn Smith Boyett
Collins, Ga.

Cristi (Williamson) McNure

November 19, 2009

Jeanie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. i know this is a hard time and you all are in my prayers.

Bill & Robbiette Kicklighter

November 19, 2009

Mrs. Louise, Jeannie & Family-So Sorry About Your Loss. We Will Keep You In Our Thoughts & Prayers.

November 19, 2009

Mrs. louise, and family,

just wanted to say you r in my thoughts and prayers. God has called another one of his home to be with him. I hope you find comfort in nowing that mr.threatt is there waiting on the otherside for you. May Gods peace comfort you in this time of your loss but Gods gain. Jennifer Sheffield and children.....

Sarah Jones

November 19, 2009

Ms. Louise, Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I will call you later on.

November 19, 2009

Tammy and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Just be comforted in the knowledge that your father is in the arms of Jesus and smiling down on each one of you. Even in this time of grief there is a reason to rejoice.

Lyn, John and Darby Rushing

November 19, 2009

Louise and all the family: Was so sorry to hear of Mr.Wiltons passing.
But I Know you all wanted his suffering to end as he has put up a good battle to live for a long time against his illness. I know all of you were a very close and loveing family and you all will miss him greatly.
But you all have great memories and know he was a God fearing person and he is no longer in pain, and would want all of you to continue to be a close family and keep your faith in God.

Judy Gilbreth

Jerry and Cindy Boyett

November 19, 2009

Mrs. Louise and family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May your faith in God, your family and your friends bring you comfort and may your memories bring you joy.

Bill and Peggy Reed

November 19, 2009

I know that Mr. Wilton will be really missed by all of you. He always greeted us with a hug and words of encouragement and was a real friend to us. So sorry for your loss and know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless Ms. Louise and all the family.

Ramona, Norman, Tia, Sefa Ioane

November 19, 2009

Mrs Louise and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Wilton's passing. God has truly gained a Beautiful Angel! He was a good man who loved his family dearly. It is always hard to lose someone you love but may God give all of you the peace and understanding that only he can give!

Faye (Eason) and Elbert Spivey

November 19, 2009

Louise, I am so sorry for your loss. Wilton was a wonderful cousin to me and I will miss his so much. He was alway smiling and laughing when I would see him. I spent a lot of my summers with your family working in tobacco, we worked but had fun too. I will always remember those days of working and going to the river afterward. So precious memories. Wilton will really be missed not only by you, you children and grandchildren but by all who knew him. I love all of you and you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

lynn gay

November 19, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mariliyn Carter

November 19, 2009

Wendy,
I am sorry to learn of the passing of your daddy. Our church has been praying for him. May God wrap your family in His loving arms and comfort all of you during this time of sorrow.
Marilyn Dasher Carter and Family

Karen (Beasley) & Terry Stargel

November 19, 2009

So sorry to hear about Mr. Wilton. Remember the good times you all shared and may your faith keep you strong.

November 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brenda Burkhalter

November 19, 2009

Mrs. Louise, Wendy , Jeannie and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Keep your memories close and let them be of comfort to you during this difficult time. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers

November 19, 2009

Dear Louise and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this time of grieving over the loss of Mr. Wilton. He truly did love his family. He was devoted to supporting them in all their activities. He will be missed for a long time. Jimmy and Cindy Cox

Martha and Lowell Helmuth

November 19, 2009

You will be in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

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