Joseph Brinson Langley, Jr.

Joseph Brinson "Joe" Langley Jr., age 78, of Kite, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025. Born on July 28, 1946, in Lakeland, Florida, Joe was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, and a cherished friend to many.

Joe earned an associate degree in business and enjoyed a successful career as a Nationwide insurance agent before retiring at the age of 48. In retirement, he spent his days doing what he loved most—being outdoors, hunting deer and turkey, and appreciating the beauty of God’s creation. He often said his favorite moments were spent quietly in a deer stand, listening to the sounds of nature and feeling close to the Lord.

He was a proud member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans and actively participated in memorial services that honored veterans and their families throughout the region. Though he had a deep love for the outdoors and history, Joe’s greatest devotion was to his family. He always made time for those he loved and was a steady, joyful presence in their lives.

Joe will be remembered for his warm spirit, his friendliness, and his ever-present, contagious smile. He had the gift of conversation and never met a stranger—connecting easily with everyone he encountered.

At the age of 53, Joe came to know the Lord, a turning point in his life that was evident to all who knew him. He grew in his faith, serving faithfully as a church leader, teacher, and deacon for many years. His walk with Christ became a guiding light in his life and a testimony to those around him.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Brinson Langley and Laura Katherine Langley of Lakeland, Florida, and by his beloved stepdaughter, Jessica Ann Thompson of Kite, Georgia.

He is survived by his loving wife, Janelle; his son, Joey Langley of Lakeland, Florida; his stepchildren, Sera Harris of Kite and Clint (Denise) Thompson of Swainsboro; his brother, Ronald Langley of San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and countless friends who will deeply miss his presence.

Joe’s legacy of faith, kindness, and love will continue to live on through the lives of those he touched.

Visitation will be held on Friday evening, July 11, 2025 at Chapman Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Hillcrest Baptist Church at 2:00pm.

Interment will follow at Rehoboth Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be David Hutchinson, Ashley Colston, Blake Colston, Morgan Colston, Coty Colston, Ty Nix

Honorary pallbearer will be Tommy Nix.