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Rex Gay Obituary
HARTSFIELD — Rex Curtis Gay, 70, of Hartsfield, died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, at Colquitt Regional Medical Center.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at Pine Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Stanley Norman officiating, assisted by the Rev. Clifford Coursey and the Rev. S.E. Newberry. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery. Casketbearers will be Will Connelly, Jon Parker, Michael Garwood Briggs, Wade Hall, Mick Johnson, Randy Welch and Chuck Hartsfield. Honorary casketbearers will be Jimmy Morree, Floyd Faison, Glenn Underwood, Bobby Graves, Marvin Knox, Tommy Tillman, W.C. Gay and members of the Wayne Lee Sunday School Class.
Born July 27, 1937, in Colquitt County, he was the son of Pauline Pope Gay and the late Albert Curtis Gay. He farmed until 1977 and retired from the Georgia Department of Agriculture as market coordinator and manager of the Moultrie and Thomasville farmers’ markets. He loved to garden, fish, hunt and play with his grandchildren. He was an active member of Pine Grove Baptist Church and the Wayne Lee Sunday School Class.
Survivors include his children, Rhownica Gay Lund and husband Michael of Fremont, Calif., Tech Sgt. Revis Clifford Gay and wife Melissa of Bossier City, La., and Rex Carlton Gay and wife Emily of Hartsfield; the mother of his children, Aileen Gay of Hartsfield; his mother, Pauline Pope Gay of Moultrie; eight grandchildren, Tara Elizabeth Lund, Michael B. Lund Jr., John Ethan Lund, Laurelle Aileen Lund, Nathan Holland Gay, Garrison Joseph Gay, Sutton Daniel Gay and Madison Danielle Gay; a sister, Jan Gay Parker of Moultrie; and a brother, William Roger Gay of Hartsfield.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15, at Cobb Funeral Chapel.
The family may be contacted at 1045 Bay Rockyford Road in Hartsfield.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church, Youth Program, 4103 Bay Rockyford Road, Moultrie, Ga. 31768.
Cobb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Revis Gay
February 28, 2008
When I look back on the last few weeks, it all seems like a dream, at times. I just wanted to tell everyone "Thank You". It is a great blessing in these times to hear from all the people daddy has touched over the years, and my words seem too small. There were so many selfless acts of kindness during our breif visit, I know I will never be able to thank everyone. Just rest assured that everything was appreciated greatly. Nothing heals the heart like God can through family and friends. Thank you again for making this burden bearable.
Pam Wilson Morgan
February 17, 2008
I have such fond memories of my childhood when I think about Rex, Aileen, Rhownica, Revis and Carlton. I know he will certainly be missed.
Robbie Green
February 17, 2008
Aileen, I have been to more than my share of funerals, but Rex's was THE most beautiful I have ever experienced. I pray that the love that was so evident in that service ... and loving memories of Rex ... will sustain you and your family during the coming days. To paraphrase: "YOU can do ALL things through Christ Who strengthens you!" I love you very much and continue to pray for you.
Eddie Roberts
February 16, 2008
May God bless your family in this time of sorry. I attended high school and graduated with Rex. A very nice guy and friend.
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Truman Lastinger
February 15, 2008
The class of 1955 M H S will miss Rex very much.
Carrol Conger
February 15, 2008
Carrol and I send our love to all of you. Your Christian faith has been such a witness as you have stood by Rex through this time. We pray God's richest blessings on each of you.
Linda and Carrol Conger
Evelyn Davis
February 15, 2008
My Dad (Aaron Green,Jr) always spoke well of 'Mr Rex' over the years. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.
Vicki DeSantis
February 15, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family during this most difficult time. God bless and keep you always.
Ethelene Hart
February 15, 2008
Rex was a wonderful person,we loved him and know he is with his Lord.You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Myron and Ethelene Hart
Jennie Wright
February 14, 2008
I will be remembering all of you in my prayers. Mr. Rex was a wonderful man, and an awesome "Pa" to his grandchildren. Our loss is Heaven's gain!
Andy and Susie Webb
February 14, 2008
Rex was always kind to me. From our first meeting at the Farmers Market thirty years ago-me selling tomatoes Andy and I had grown, to the election of 1982 and more recently at Funston's Country Corner Restaurant. It was always good to see him. I am truly sorry for your loss and pray that God blesses each and everyone of you.
A.J. Davis
February 14, 2008
Psalm 34:18 - Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted as Jesus holds you in the Palms of His Hands.
Judy Simmons
February 14, 2008
Revis and Melissa and family,
We are thinking about you and all your family during this time. We just wanted you to know we are praying for comfort and strength for you all. May God bless and keep you!
Love, Aunt Judy and Uncle David
and family
LISA LINNENKOHL
February 14, 2008
THINKING ALL OF THE GAY FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF YOUR LOSS.
Bonnie Salter
February 14, 2008
I was blessed to get to know Rex and have him as a friend-he will be missed
elois and J.E. Matthews
February 14, 2008
Dear family, am thinking of you in this time of sorrow. you soon will be able to lovingly remember the good person and times you have enjoyed together.He was special to our "Gay Family reunion".
Darrell Presley
February 14, 2008
Rex was a true friend. May he rest in peace, and may his family be comforted by their faith. The MHS Class of '55 has lost another classmate.
Kent and Jane Gill
February 14, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss, and our prayers are with you all during this time. Kent and I feel privileged to have known Rex and have counted him as a friend. God bless and keep you.
Gayle (Murphy) Lastinger
February 14, 2008
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.
RONNIE & KAY SAIN
February 14, 2008
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS & PAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
CLAIR AND LYNN HENDERSON
February 14, 2008
Clair has many fond memories of their childhood days. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joyce Crosby Knight
February 14, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Diana/Carlton Revels
February 13, 2008
How I loved my cousin Rex! Our love and sympathy to you all..He is in a better place; no more suffering. He fought a good fight, finished the course, kept the faith.
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