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Joseph Methvin Obituary

Joseph Clifton Methvin -MACON - Methvin, Joseph Clifton (Cliff) Cliff Methvin, a lifelong resident of Macon, died October 21, 2011 at a local hospital. -Mr. Methvin was born in Macon on November 15, 1939. He was retired from Robins Air Force Base and worked for several years as a part-time courier. He loved fishing and boating especially at the ocean. He was a wonderful chef and loved good food and cooking for family and friends. He was a collector and had a love of antiques. He also loved to shop for bargains and was good at it. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was somewhat of a jokester. He dabbled in woodworking for a while, making doll beds and cribs and picture frames. -He is survived by his son, Michael L. Methvin, Powder Springs, Georgia, step-children Dawn B. Kamphuis, Garner, NC and Kevin M. Griffith, Gray, Georgia. He is also survived by two dear friends who loved him, Sandra G. Bennett, Gray, Georgia and Earle R. Flynn, Delta, AL. He is predeceased by his parents, Joseph C. Methvin, Sr. and Evenlyn Hawthorne Methvin. -At his request, no formal service will be held and his wishes were for his ashes to be scattered at Mexico Beach, Florida. -Friends may sign the online register at www.hartsmort.com. -Hart's Mortuary, Cherry Street, had charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Telegraph on Oct. 23, 2011.

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Harold Neal

October 25, 2011

I am also sorry to hear about Clifton's death.
I looked up to him as a boy and remember spending good times with him in Macon and Gordon when we visited with my aunt Evelyn.
I know that everyone will miss him.

Chip Grinstead

October 24, 2011

Sorry to hear about Clifton. I have some fond memories growing up with all our cousins. I will keep all of you in my prayers

Lisa Marks Goggans

October 23, 2011

Sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.

L C Rooks

October 23, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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