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Curtis Ingram, age 74, of Cornelia, Georgia went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Mr. Ingram was born on August 4, 1951 in Forsyth County, Georgia to the late Kimzey and Thelma Ingram. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert "Boots" Ingram, Jimmy "Buck" Ingram; and sisters, Patsy Brooks, Jewell Ingram, Vickie Ingram, Mary Ellen Ingram.
Curtis was a man who truly loved life’s everyday blessings. He always enjoyed having a fresh cup of coffee in hand. Above all, Curtis loved his family. They were his pride and greatest accomplishment. He treasured family gatherings and dinners, where the table was full, the laughter was loud, and everyone felt welcome. His grandchildren held a special place in his heart. Some of his most treasured moments were spent taking them fishing. Those fishing trips were about far more than catching fish; they were about building memories that will last a lifetime. He enjoyed working with pine straw and firewood, never afraid of getting his hands dirty. There was something about stacking wood just right or completing a hard day’s work that brought him deep contentment. He also had a special love for old trucks. admiring their character and their craftsmanship.
Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Rita Ingram, of Cornelia; daughter, Brenda Knight, of Lula; Trisha Knight, of Lula; daughter and son-in-law, Jeannie and David McCurdy, of Statesboro; daughter, Linda Engfinger, of Statesboro; daughter and son-in-law, Angel and Rodney Busbin, of Commerce; son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Heather Ingram, of Dawsonville; twelve grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Douglas and Kathy Ingram, of Maysville; sister and brother-in-law, Rita and Randy Knight, of Lula; sister and brother-in-law, Jeanette and Daron Brown, of Gainesville; brother and sister-in-law, Lloyd "Bubba" and Nina Ingram, of Maysville; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel with Rev. Joe Frady officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Nachoochee Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m., Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.
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Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel
245 Central Avenue, Cornelia, GA 30531
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