Add a Memory
Make a Donation
BORN
1941
DIED
2022
R J Price Obituary
Deacon R. J. Price, 80, of Whigham, GA, transitioned on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at Grady Memorial Hospital in Cairo, GA. Deacon Price served faithfully at St. John Church of God in Christ for over 51 years. He was honored for his service as a “GEMS” (God’s Extraordinary Messengers Serving) Deacon Emeritus in 2019.
A Celebration of Life will take place at 12:00 PM (EST) Saturday, May 21, 2022, at St. John Church of God in Christ, 3490 Bainbridge Highway, Quincy, FL, 32351, with burial at Mt. Olive Cemetery, 291 South Mt. Olive Church Road, Colquitt, GA 39837. Public viewing will be Friday, May 20, 2022, from 1:00 – 6:00 PM at Reed & Hall Mortuary, 10 South Monroe Street, Quincy, FL 32351.
Deacon Price leaves to cherish his memories, his lovely wife of 61 years: Shirley Price; four sons: Richard Price of Pensacola, FL, John Price (Trenise) of Bainbridge, GA, Samuel Price (Taneisha) of Quincy, FL, and Alex Price of Whigham, GA; five daughters: Leatha Price Humphrey (Robert) of Arlington, GA, Brenda Price Johnson (Larry) of Havana, FL, Sharon Price of Tallahassee, FL, Tracy Price Lockwood (Richard) of Quincy, FL, and Esther Price Smith (Fred) of Bainbridge, GA; 36 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; five siblings: Mable Price Baker (Buddy) of Colquitt, GA, J.B. Price (Mattie) of Tampa, FL , Henry Lee Price (Twila) of Tampa, FL, Carolyn Price Hill (James) of Tampa, FL, and Gloria Price Green (Charles) of Quincy, FL.
J. was preceded in death by his parents: L.J. and Lee Virginia Price; siblings: Hazel Price Peters, R.L. Price, and L.C. Price.
4 Entries
Sean and Penny Layne Johnson
May 21, 2022
Sean and I are so very sorry for the loss of Mr. Price. Outstanding dedication of service to the church. You’re in our prayers.
Tommy & Cassandra Hinson
May 20, 2022
To the Price Family,
We share in your sorrow and we know that it is a difficult time. Prayer and time will bring about healing, as God’s protection along with moral support of family and friends surrounds you.
JOHN KELLY
May 19, 2022
I HAVE KNOWN DEACON PRICE MORE THAN 50 YEARS. HE HAS ALWAYS HAD THAT SMILE. PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY. YOUR FAMILY IS JUST LIKE MY FAMILY.GOD IS YOUR STRENGTH.
LaTasha Dilworth-Porter
May 18, 2022
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the Price family! Take comfort in knowing God makes no mistakes and that He will see you through this time of bereavement.
With Love
Sis. LaTasha Dilworth-Porter
How you can show support
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
10 South Monroe Street, Quincy, FL 32351
Make a Donation
in R J Price's name
How to support R J's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor R J Price's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more