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George Davis obituary, 1945-2020, Martinez, GA

BORN

1945

DIED

2020

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4355 Lexington Road

Athens, Georgia

George Davis Obituary

George Davis
Martinez, GA—George William "Bill" Davis, Sr., husband of 32 years to Bonnie Burke Davis, died Tuesday, September 22, 2020.
Born in Albany, GA, he was the son of the late William Lewis Davis and Sally Lacy Irvin.
Bill retired from the Civil Service where he worked in designing satellite communications for special operations for the U. S. Army Signal Corp at Fort Gordon. His passion in life was being a pilot. During his earlier career he worked with the FAA, was a certified small aircraft pilot and Flight Instructor. As a member of Warren Baptist Church, Bill served as a door greeter on Sunday mornings and was also involved with taking care of the grounds and equipment for the Family Life Center at the church.
Survivors in addition to his wife include one son: George William Davis, Jr. of Augusta; brother: Mike Davis of Marietta; sister: Jennifer Powell of Charlotte, NC and grandchildren: Will Davis, Jake Davis and Lauren Davis.
A memorial service celebrating Bill's life will be held Friday, September 25, 2020 at 10AM at Warren Baptist Church with Pastor David H. McKinley officiating. Interment will be held Saturday, September 26, 2020 at 11AM at Oconee Hill Cemetery, Athens, GA with Pastor Dave Dillard. Due to the current pandemic and the CDC regulations, social distancing and other guidelines will be in place; facemasks are required.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Greater Augusta Fellowship of Christian Athletes, P.O. Box 204168, Augusta, GA 30917 or Warren Baptist Church Family Life Center, 3203 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30907.
Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, EAST, 4355 Lexington Road, Athens, GA is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
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The Augusta Chronicle - 9/24/2020

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2020.

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Donna H. Moore

September 25, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I did not know Mr. Bill well, but I would see him at the door greeting me with a smile and always a kind word every Sunday morning. He will certainly be missed at the door of Warren Baptist Church, but his memory will live on forever. Bonnie, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray in the coming days that you will find comfort, peace and strength from our Lord Jesus Christ.

Maxanne Edmunds Oxford

September 24, 2020

I will miss Bill at Warren's door. He always had a welcoming smile and
a wise crack or two. My sympathy is extended to Bonnie and his
family. He will be remembered for his care and attention to others.

Sandy Boner

September 24, 2020

We here at the Savannah Rapids Park and Pavilion have enjoyed a long relationship with Bill and Bonnie. For years we were their cause. They have loved our park and picked up trash, reported necessary repairs and just enjoyed coming here. They would both stop into the office and ask how we were all doing, we would catch up on families and world issues. We haven't seen either of them for a while and we frequently talk about how nice it was to have two friends of the park that gave so much, only because they wanted to do their part to keep the park clean and safe for everyone. We have missed and will now continue to miss Bill, we hope to continue to see Bonnie. Such caring people are few and far between and when they're gone, no one can fill the void. We will miss you Bill.

Gail Holt

September 24, 2020

You always were with a smile and laughter. The struggles you faced of recent you met with faith and courage. Prayers for strength for Bonnie and the family. May you Rest In Peace Bill!

Greg Wilson

September 23, 2020

I sure do know a whole lot of folks who are going to miss this man, especially on Sunday mornings where he manned his post at the main entrance to Warren Baptist Church so faithfully. I once had the privilege of taking Bill to Kirby Smart’s UGA Football practice about 3 years ago, something I knew he would never forget, nor would I. Grateful to have a handful of precious memories with this man. Will be praying for the family in the coming days & weeks. So sorry for your loss, but I know where this man is now & believe me, it’s a cause for celebration!

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September 23, 2020

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