William Abraham Khoury, Jr.
June 8, 1939 - November 3, 2022
Forsyth, Georgia -
William Abraham Khoury, Jr., of Forsyth, Georgia passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2022.
William was the son of the late William Abraham Khoury, Sr., and the late Fefie Smaha Khoury of Griffin, Georgia. William is survived by his wife of 55 years, Loraine Gloria Khoury (née Turner); their three sons; William, III (Sandee), Alex (Julie), and Chris. He is also survived by six grandchildren; Julia Khoury, Alex Khoury, Baylor Wall, Devon Davis, Tiffany Findlay, Jennie Hutchins; three great-grandchildren; and his brother, James E. Khoury of Fort Valley.
William was born on June 8, 1939 in Macon, Georgia. He graduated from Fort Valley High School and Auburn University, where he received a degree in business. William lived a meaningful life. While in college, he joined in one of The Selma Marches with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. After graduating from Auburn, William served in the United States Navy, where his ship participated in the Cuban blockade during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After his time in the Navy, William returned home to Fort Valley to run the family business, Khoury's Department Store. He was active in the Fort Valley community for over fifty years, including serving as Chairman of the Fort Valley Merchants Association and leading the effort to establish Everett Square Veterans Memorial Park, until moving to Forsyth and retiring in 2012. He enjoyed playing golf and tennis, traveling, dancing, and good Lebanese food. Above all, he enjoyed sharing new experiences with his family and friends.
Services will be held at Monroe County Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 2 p.m. After the services, the family and friends will meet for a short Graveside Ceremony at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Fort Valley, GA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Telegraph on Nov. 7, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for William Khoury

20 Entries

Karen Bailey

November 15, 2022

Sincere Sympathy to Lorraine & family.

Wayne Hutcheson

November 10, 2022

We just saw where mr William passed . He was the most humble person you could ever meet . Anybody that doesn't get I'll with a golf ball that doesn't act right is pretty humble . We played quite a few rounds together with the seniors and it was always a very quite round but you could tell by the smile on his face he really had fun . A giant of a man we will all miss . Thinking of the family !!

Joseph Smaha

November 10, 2022

William was always a family man. He loved all his grandparents, parents, brother James, his 3 sons and their families , his loving wife Lorraine and all his other family members. He enjoyed his life fully.

Lt. Col. Michael H. Sarra, USA (ret.)

November 8, 2022

Offering our sincere condolences to the family during this time of deep sorrow. Commendations on your distinguished service in the US Navy. May God be with the family. From MHS, Auburn '64.

David and Cheri Wallace

November 8, 2022

Love to remember the fun we had in Mexico and golf. William was a generous and good friend.

Woody Freeman

November 7, 2022

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Michael H. Sarra, Auburn '64

November 7, 2022

May God be with the family during this time of great sorrow..

Lawrence Joyner

November 6, 2022

I am so sorry I was unable to talk to William. I will miss him always. My prayers go to his family and friends.

Joan Pearson

November 6, 2022

William was such a positive happy person. He liked to come to our house and surprise us and find us in a mess! I asked him why he didn’t give us a few minutes notice and he said, “That would take all the fun out of it!” You had to be ready to go if you were friends with him!

Glenwood and Betty C. Hill

November 6, 2022

Loraine, Glenwood and I are saddened to hear of your husband and your children father passing. We remember the days our Woody spent at you all home as well as the time your boys were at our home. Please give your family our condolences and love.

Laurie Dubriel

November 5, 2022

My sincerest condolences to the Khoury family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Deeda & W.L Brown

November 5, 2022

W. L. and I were so sorry to hear about William. God bless your family.

Sandra Haga

November 4, 2022

William was such a positive influence in our community and leaves a wonderful legacy. May God give you peace and comfort.

Anna Holloway

November 4, 2022

He truly contributed and has a legacy for his family and Fort Valley to be proud of.

Janis Jones Anthony

November 4, 2022

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

Karen Thames

November 4, 2022

May God Bless you during this time of grief and sadness over the loss of this special family member. Prayers for each of you .

MIKE & EMILY GRIFFIN

November 4, 2022

Heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Lorraine and the Khoury family members.

Victoria "Vicky" Simmons

November 4, 2022

What memories everyone has of him I know, as I do. He was a character and a good man. Will certainly be missed by everyone who knew him. May God comfort and provide peace to the family during this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dennis & Peggy Herbert

November 4, 2022

May the family & friends experience God’s grace & peace as you share all of the special memories made with William !!! We’ll always remember how animated he became when stepping on the dance floor !! May he RIP !

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