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Roy Gaither Obituary

GAITHER, Roy Celebration of Life Services for Mr. Roy Gaither, of Decatur, will be held Saturday, December 20, 2014; 11:00 A.M. at Israel Missionary Baptist Church, 2071 Hosea L. Williams Drive, S.E. Atlanta, Georgia 30317. Reverend Dr. William Smith, Pastor; Reverend Carvin L. Bryant, Officiant; and Pastor Jimmy Horton, Presiding. The remains will be placed in state at 9:30 A.M. Interment Resthaven Gardens of Memory, 2284 Candler Road Decatur, Georgia 30032. The family will receive friends this evening (Friday) at the chapel from 7:00-8:00 P.M. He is survived by a devoted wife, Mrs. Chris Gaither; four daughters; two sons-in-law; two grandchildren; three sisters; four brothers; one uncle; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives, and friends. Family and friends are asked to assemble at 2918 Port Royal Lane Decatur, Georgia 30034 at 10:00 A.M. Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc., 1876 Second Avenue (404) 371-0772-3.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Dec. 19, 2014.

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Cecelia Woodard

December 20, 2014

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

Cece

Josephine Thomas

December 20, 2014

To the family of Mr Gaither, my sincere condolences are with you. Roy had such a pleasing personality. You are in my prayers.Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal

James Hayes

December 19, 2014

Roy Gaither proved himself to be an excellent friend and neighbor. Always willing to help, share a kind word and offer words of encouragement. My prayers go out to his wife and daughters for comfort during this difficult time.

Gladys Maddox

December 19, 2014

Rest in your Savior Arms.

December 19, 2014

Memories of Roy Gaither Will never Be Forgotten, 17 Main Decatur & 18 South Decatur (Bus Route) Many many years ago,he was by far one the most friendliest Bus Driver there was. Chris hold on to your precious memories.God Bless all of you.
Gladys (Kelli's Aunt)

Monica Hale

December 19, 2014

To the Gaither Famiily,
My deepest sympathy during this time of need. You have a strong family and they will help you get this this tough time. My parents always had nice things to say about your father . He will be missed but his loving spirit will live on forever.

Nakia Brown

December 19, 2014

I had the pleasure of growing up with Shelby & Kandi. Our fathers worked together at Marta(Thomas Parker Jr.)We have remained friends throughout our childhood & adult life. I once had the same journey & they were there for me! I have comfort in knowing that Mr. Roy is no longer suffering. When the heart grieves over what is has lost, the spirit rejoices over what it has left. You have now gained an angel. I send my heartfelt condolences.

Nakia Brown & Family

Nakia B

December 19, 2014

I had the pleasure of growing up w/ Shelby & Kandi. Our fathers worked together at Marta. We have remained friends throughout our childhood & adult life. I once too had to walk down this same road & Shelby was right there by my side as well.I share comfort in knowing Mr. Roy is no longer suffering. When the heart grieves over what is has lost, the spirit rejoices over what it has left. You have now gained an angel. I send my heartfelt condolences to the family. I love you all!

Mary Jefferies

December 19, 2014

God I know u r watching on us But fill us up with ur spirit of peace & joy to endure this sorrow of death Roy was the joy of this family He will dearly miss by sooooooo many But ur word say Joy cometh n the morning so we trust that word knowing all is well n Jesus Name!!! Bless His Wife & Children thru time for much Strength Love niece Pastor Mary Jefferies

December 17, 2014

Love you dad.... you by far were the best!!!!
RIH, Shelby

Shea Smith

December 16, 2014

To the Gaither Family, Mrs. Christine, Shelby, Shelly, and Kelly,
I send my deepest condolences during this time. I pray God's strength, grace, peace, and understanding for all of you right now. Take comfort in knowing "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord".

Love,

Shea Smith (Former Gresham Park Coach/Parent)

Alphonso Irving

December 15, 2014

To The Gaither Family,
With my deepest sympathy and prayers of strength to the you all at the passing of my co-worker Roy. It was always fun to be around Roy because He had such a good sense of humor that kept us laughing all the time. I will forever remember and treasure His friendship. May His beautiful memories bring each of you comfort.

Patricia Giles/Co-Worker

December 15, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

December 14, 2014

Roy was a wonderful friend and Co-worker and he will be missed. His warm smile and loving personally was a blessing to me, I know that the Lord will gladly receive him with open arms in Heaven. May the Lord comfort you in these dark hours. Love, Bernadette Ferrell

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Visitation

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc.

1876 Second Avenue, Decatur, GA 30032

Dec

20

Lying in State

9:30 a.m.

Israel Missionary Baptist Church

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Dec

20

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Israel Missionary Baptist Church

2071 Hosea L. Williams Drive, S.E., Atlanta, GA

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1876 Second Avenue, Decatur, GA 30032

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