Photo courtesy of J.W. Williams Funeral Home, Inc. - Cordele
Oct 18, 1964 - Jan 26, 2021 (Age 56)
May my condolences bring you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss. I pray that the love is forever carried in your memory. May today and always bring loving memories to you in peace, comfort, and strength. Know that my heart is with you in your time of sorrow.
Audrea (Dykes) Page
February 02, 2021 | Cordele, GA | Classmate
I’m so sorry for your loss. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you all in the days ahead.
Twana Wilson
February 01, 2021 | WR, GA
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Mary Henderson & Family
February 01, 2021 | Cordele, GA | Family
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Faye Wafford
January 31, 2021 | Cordele, GA | Classmate
To the Redding family. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Sorry for your loss. Rest easy classmate.
Tueisha Grant
January 31, 2021 | Cordele, GA | Classmate
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.
Joyce Paul
January 30, 2021 | Cordele, GA | Family
My sympathy , and much love for the family, rest on my brother in Jesus name Amen
Barbara Jackson
January 30, 2021 | Smyrna, GA
Condolences to the family.
Dwan Stone
January 30, 2021 | Cincinnati, OH | Friend
Rest in haven my brother. We became good friends while working at Walmart in the late eighties up until the time of your passing. I will miss conversating and hanging out with you.
Johnny Kinchen
January 30, 2021 | Hampton, GA | Friend
Deacon Carl Redding, Sr. of 609 West 17th Avenue, Cordele, Georgia died Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, Georgia.
The graveside funeral service to be attended by the immediate family ONLY will be held Monday, February 1, 2021 at 12:00 Noon at the Bethel Cemetery in Cordele, Georgia. Everyone in attendance is asked to please wear a mask and to practice social distancing.
Carl Redding was born October 18, 1964 in Cordele, Crisp County, Georgia. He was the oldest of the four sons born to Ms. Minnie Evelyn Redding.
Carl was enrolled in the public schools of Crisp County. He was actively involved in school activities as he grew up. A 1982 graduate of Crisp County High School, he believed in fully supporting Cougar sporting events. Upon the completion of the high school Carl enlisted in the United States Army.
As a child he accepted Christ as his personal Savior and worshipped at the Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church. As an adult he continued serving the Lord and was ordained as a Deacon at Milldale Baptist Church.
Along with always supporting the Cougars, Carl was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He was also a member of the American Legion.
There are so many things that Carl will be remembered for. One is love for football and “his” team. All other Dallas Cowboys fans had to get in line behind him. He was their #1 fan. He will be remembered as a “sharp” dresser. The “Blazer King,” would always turn head with his blazers and caps.
Family meant everything to him. He took pride in being a great Dad. He loved his family and always enjoyed spending time with his son, KD. Carl also loved the special moments he shared with his J. W. Williams Funeral Home family. He always talked about being able to return to work.
On Tuesday, January 26, 2021 because he heard a voice we could not hear, because he saw a light we could not see, he made peace and surrendered to the will of the Master. We will forever cherish the many memories shared with him.
His light will continue to shine bright in the hearts of his wife, Mrs. Michelle Redding of Cordele, Georgia; his children, Ms. Zantrissa S. Battle, Mr. Carl Redding, Jr., Ms. Sharkerria T. Redding, Ms. Karlaysia M. Redding, and Mr. Kardarius J. Redding all of Cordele, Georgia; his beloved grandchildren, Master Kingston Brown, Master Princeton Felton, Master Nolan Buchanan, and Master Royal Lester all of Cordele, Georgia; his mother, Ms. Minnie E. Redding of Cordele, Georgia; his brothers, Mr. Ricky B. (Angela) Redding of Atlanta, Georgia, Mr. Fredrick (Michelle) Smith of Cordele, Georgia, and Mr. Xavier Q. (Samantha) Smith of Atlanta, Georgia; his aunts and uncles, Mrs. Lena Cross, Ms. Lillie Redding, Ms. Clara McGill, Deacon Curtis Lucas, and Mr. Zelmar Lucas all of Cordele, Georgia, Mrs. Jennie Canady of Atlanta, Georgia, and Mrs. Celetha Harris of Valdosta, Georgia; his godchildren, Miss Abresha Hughes, Mr. Caleb Reaves, Mr. Calen Reaves, Mr. Kendall Boyd, Miss Kennedy Boyd, Miss Khloe’ Reaves, Miss Ayesha Owens, Miss Armanni Owens, Mr. Isaac Owens, II, and Mr. Ijon Owens; his in-laws, Mr. Dementrius (Tasha) Newson and Mrs. Lakeshia (Alvin) Hudson both of Cordele, Georgia; his god children; a host of cousins, other relatives and many sorrowing friends, to include, Ms. Kimberly Reaves of Warner Robins, Georgia and The Patrick Family of Cordele, Georgia.
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