Henry Dewey Laster

1932 - 2019

Henry Dewey Laster

1932 - 2019

BORN

1932

DIED

2019

Henry Laster Obituary

Published by Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors - East Chapel on Sep. 10, 2019.
Henry was born on February 20, 1932 and passed away in September 2019. He attended high school in Big Stone Gap where he lettered in baseball and football and graduated in 1950. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served honorably for four years (1951-1955) during the Korean Conflict, obtaining the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class. He was active in community and civic affairs and was a member of Jonesboro Methodist Church, Jonesboro Kiwanis Club, Clayton County Chamber of Commerce, Clayton Country Rotary Club, Lake Spivey Golf Club, Green Valley Golf Club, Eagle's Landing Country Club, and Jonesboro Masonic Lodge #87. Memorial Services will be held Monday, September 30, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA. The family will receive friends Sunday, September 29, 2019 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alzheimer's Association, the American heart Association or other charity of choice.

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April 7, 2021

American Heart Association posted to the memorial.

September 29, 2019

Joyce & David posted to the memorial.

September 25, 2019

American Heart Association posted to the memorial.

American Heart Association

April 7, 2021

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Joyce & David

September 29, 2019

Doug,
We so often think of you both and miss our visits. Hearing of the loss of Henry was so sad but so many memories of him over the years will always make us smile. He always had a big smile, a story or some interesting neighborhood tidbit to share and if we were lucky a few tomatoes in his hand to share too! He was loved by so many and will not be soon forgotten! You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

American Heart Association

September 25, 2019

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always

The Staff of Cannon-Cleveland Funeral Directors

September 22, 2019

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Jerry & Mary Lee Poss

September 20, 2019

Prayers for strength and comfort. Henry always displayed professionalism and kindness to each one.

Patty Laster

September 17, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this most difficult time.

September 15, 2019

Doug, we are so sorry to hear of Henry's passing! He really was the nicest person and I am sure that it's a terrific
loss to you and your children. Our condolences are with you all! Barbara and Wendell Tate

Frances Reyes

September 11, 2019

Dear Doug,
I would like to extend my deepest condolences on the passing away of Henry. I will remember you and your family in my prayers. Love, Frances

September 11, 2019

What a wonderful man we were lucky enough to meet and enjoy his company. I think Henry Jr may be the new tomato man of Jonesboro. Love and prayers to the entire family. Barry and Patty Kostanski

Patricia Colbary

September 11, 2019

Aunt Doug, Henry, Sherri and Glenda,

The news of Henrys death has filled my heart with sadness. Uncle Henry was one of the nicest gentlemen I have ever come across. Whenever we visited, he used to treat my brother David, my sister Debbie and myself like his own children. Uncles hold the title for being the family jokesters, the best storytellers, and cooler versions of dads (although mine was pretty cool too). Henry was all of those things. He was a jolly man who always tried to keep everyone around him happy. No words can heal the pain that you carry in your heart. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family, Henry will deeply be missed.

Patricia

Kimberly Davis

September 10, 2019

Henry will always have a special place in my heart. He was my manager at Georgia Power and one of the sweetest, most compassionate people at the company. I'll never forget the kindness he showed me when I was only 18 years old starting my career. I was working in one of our local offices waiting on customers and crying pretty much all day. He came in the office and asked my supervisor why Kim had tears in her eyes. I was upset because my dog had died the night before. The following day Henry came to work with a yellow lab puppy and gave it to me and told me to stop crying. I couldn't begin to tell you how much that meant to me. He was such a joy and I am a better person because of him. Rest in peace Henry. You will always be loved. Glenda and Scott hang in there. Life will difficult without him but having him as your father and father-in-law was a true blessing. Sending you and your family prayers. Kim

American Heart Association

September 10, 2019

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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