Timothy Lavender Sr.

Timothy Wayne Lavender Sr (Tim) - A True Son of South Georgia

Tim Lavender of Alma, Georgia lived his life much like the land he called home-steadfast, generous, and full of quiet beauty. Growing up in Waycross and a 1978 graduate of Waycross High School, Tim carried himself with a strength that came from hard work, faith, and a love for people. Career work included several years as a correctional officer, agricultural logistics support and retired as a professional transporter / driver.

Tim gained his wings at his home on the afternoon of August 15th, surrounded by his loving wife and his children.

He was a man whose wealth was measured not in possessions, but in kindness. To family, friends, and neighbors alike, Tim offered the same steady hand and warm smile-whether it was lending help, sharing a meal from his table, or simply sitting on the porch swapping stories as the day came to a close.

His life was a reminder that happiness comes from faith, fellowship, and gratitude for each day's blessings. He was a man of many words and if you knew him, you knew he loved to crack a joke and make someone laugh. He was the life of the party and never met a stranger.

Tim found joy in the simple treasures of this part of the world like the quiet peace of a country road at dawn His joy came out of the simpler things in life: sitting in his truck after work under a shade tree, watching his grandchildren run around playing in the yard, making smores with Brayson and Brilynn, riding the block to pick berries and cooking on the grill on a Saturday listening to the Dawgs play on the radio.

He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and loyalty-a family that cherishes his memory and a community richer for having known him. Though his earthly journey has ended, those who loved him know he's simply gone on ahead, to a place where the fields are greener, and the skies are always clear.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father David and Velvie Lavender, His brother- in- law and one of his best friends - Bo Hayes. His mother and father-in-law, Emmitt and Nadine Hayes. He was also preceded in death by a special nephew Jonathan King, a twin brother and 2 angel grand babies.

He is survived by his faithful and loving wife of 34 years, Julie Lavender and 5 children Tim Lavender Jr (Whitney), Christy Waldron (Caleb), Jason Lavender (Jonathan), Kimmie Starling (Blake) and Kobe Lavender. 2 sisters, Karen Roundtree (Tim) Dee Sharma (Paul ) and one brother, Carl Lavender (Tina) Brothers-in- law Randy Hayes and Andy Hayes and Sister-in- law Jill Baskin (Levi).

He was blessed with 12 grandchildren. CJ Waldron (Abi), Molly Taylor (Dustin), Eli Waldron, Kalleigh Jade Lavender, Kinsleigh Jo Lavender, Kollynns JayCee Lavender, TW (Timothy Wayne Lavender III), Asa Starling, Brayson Starling, Brilynn Starling, Brinlee Starling and Ashton Lavender. 2 great grandchildren - Atticus Waldron and Ruby Jo Taylor.

Several nieces and nephews who he thought of as his own - Dalton Baskin, Alyssa Baskin, Tiffany Walker, Andrew Hayes, Leigha Anderson, Aaron Anderson (Chelsea), Danielle Taylor (Seth), Tonya Carr ( Kaleb), Chad Roundtree (Kris), Sandy King (Kelly), and Cindy Lavender. Close friends that he thought more of as brothers - Ed Anderson, Fred Rojas, Bradley Taylor and several others.

Pallbearers are Aaron Anderson, Andrew Hayes, Kobe Lavender, Eli Waldron, CJ Waldron and Dalton Baskin.

Honorary pallbearers are Jeffery Anderson, Jerry B. Anderson, Jerald Anderson, Derrick Anderson, Lee Simmons, Mike Spivey, Robert Rines, Ray Boatright, Bradley Taylor, BJ Taylor, Becky Taylor, Jeffery Carver, Ed Anderson, RIchard Medders, Jeff Davis, Ricky Davis, Federico Rojas, Judith Rojas, Beto Victorian, Ever Gabriel, Gabriel Rojas, Cristina Rojas, Esperanz Rojas, Juan Rojas and Andy Martinez.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 11 am Crosby Funeral Home, 207 W 12th St, Alma, GA 31510. Burial will follow at Mims Missionary Baptist Church, 325 Mims Chapel Rd, Alma, GA 31510. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday August 20, 2025, from 6 pm until 9 pm.

Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.