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James Fleming Whatley Sr.

1925 - 2015

James Fleming Whatley Sr. obituary, 1925-2015, Stockbridge, GA

BORN

1925

DIED

2015

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James Whatley Obituary

WHATLEY Sr., James F. James Fleming Whatley Sr., age 90, of Monticello, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2015. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2015, at Horis A. Ward Funeral Home - Fairview Chapel at 1pm. Interment will follow at Resthaven Garden of Memory in Decatur. Mr. Whatley was a member of the IBEW # 613, the Masonic Lodge EA Minor 603 F & A. M, a WWII Veteran and an avid Outdoorsmans. He is survived by: sons, Jimmy Whatley, Rick & Susan Whatley and Jeff Whatley, grandsons; Ricky Whatley and Jamey & Bailey Whatley, sister, June McEwen, sisters-in-law; Myrna Whatley and Beverly Whatley, several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by wife, Dorothy Whatley, brothers; Nash Whatley and Billy Whatley and brother-in-law, Marvin McEwen. The family will receive friends Friday, October 30, 2015 from 5 to 8 pm at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered at www.HorisAWardFairviewChapel.com. Horis A. Ward Funeral Home - Fairview Chapel, (770) 474-1231.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Oct. 29, 2015.

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Judith Wagner

November 1, 2015

A true southern gentleman has passed away, he will be missed dearly by his family and friends.He became part of our family over 25 years ago.We were very lucky to have him and Dot in our lives. We have many wonderful memories. Always With Love Judy and Bill Wagner

Wayne Hadaway

October 31, 2015

I'm sad to hear of this loss and pray God will grant the family and loved ones peace in the good memories of their time together that will overwhelm the sadness of their loss. God Bless.

willie williams

October 30, 2015

Sending you our condolences on the loss of your father. We will be keeping you and your family in our prayers. Deepest sympathy.

October 30, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with June and the Whatley family. I know your heart is heavy, June, as you bid farewell to your last brother. May the happy years you had together and the love you shared be a comfort to you now.
Katie Kilby

Susan Whatley Prosise

October 30, 2015

Jimmy, Ricky and family;

I want you to know that we are thinking of you and praying for you to be strengthen during this difficult time in your life. You Dad lived a long blessed life and is now at peace!
The sun will always come up in the morning whether we are ready for it or not; I hope you face each day (ready).
In your sadness, may there be hope
In your thoughts, may there be peace
In your heart, may there be healing.

In every memory~~~ love lives on

In Christ Love,
Bobby & Susan Whatley

The Lax Family

October 30, 2015

Our deepest condolences. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.

David Ellison

October 29, 2015

Will be missed. Rest in peace and rejoice with uniting with your wife and family.

David Ellison

October 29, 2015

Fleming was so well thought of by those who knew him. He was kind, generous and well respected. He loved his family and would do anything to help others. He was a real man who could do anything and share is knowledge with others. Totally a fine man. The Ellison's

LynnRoy Brailsford

October 29, 2015

I send my condolences to the family and friends of James Fleming Whatley Sr; may he rest in peace. A candle is lit in memory of his life. Let the burning flame represent the love and memories you all shared on Earth. When the flame comes to rest, let the trail of smoke rise up to the Heavens to show that our Lord is receiving another angel. Hold on to the love and memories. Gone, not forgotten. Until you meet again.

Carter & Estelle Goforth

October 29, 2015

You have our condolences in the loss of Mr. Whatley. Our prayers are with all of you during this sad time. I know he will be dearly missed but you will see him again someday. Our thoughts are with you Rick and Susan.

Carter and Estelle Goforth
Oglesby, Texas

October 29, 2015

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

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30

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Horis A. Ward - Fairview Chapel & Fairview Memorial Gardens

376 Fairview Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281

Oct

31

Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Horis A. Ward - Fairview Chapel & Fairview Memorial Gardens

376 Fairview Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281

Oct

31

Interment

Resthaven Garden of Memory

Decatur, GA

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376 Fairview Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281

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