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David Barney Christian 72 of Colbert, GA, passed away July 9, 2025. He was the son of the late, Willie Ray and Sarah Pearl Christian; also preceded by his wife of fifty-five years, Lorene Christian; He was also preceded by a sister, Belinda Wright, and a brother, Daniel Christian.
Funeral services will be Monday July 14, 2025 12:00 PM at the Chapel of Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes, EAST. The family will visit prior to the service at the funeral home, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The interment will be in Colbert cemetery.
Survivors include: Sister, Sherry (William) Pugh; brothers, Matthew (Jackie) Christian and Sampson (Phyllis) Christian; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes, East, Athens, GA is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
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