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Jeffrey Lay Obituary

Athens Jeffrey Lamar Lay Sr., 57 340 Camelot Drive, Athens, GA 30606, died Saturday, December 17, 2011. He served in the United States Air Force; he was a business owner and an active Jehovah's Witness. He was preceded in death by his father, John Brox Lay Jr. and his sister Sandra Lynn Lay. H leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 33 years Deloris Lay; mother, Dorothy M. Lay; two children Creshannon Lester and Jeffrey (Rikki) Lay Jr.; two brothers, Frederick (Eddie Mae) Lay and Stuart (Andrea) Lay; three sisters, Suzette (George) Heard, Yolanda Lay and Jolunda Lay; an aunt Virginia Jenny Lay; seven grandchildren, one great grandchild; and a host of nieces, and nephews and other relatives. To honor his life, a memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, Moores Grove Road, Winterville, Georgia 30683. Lord and Stephens East is in charge of arrangements. (lordandstephens.com)

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald from Dec. 20 to Dec. 21, 2011.

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January 3, 2012

Mrs. Lay, I graduated with your husband, class of 1972 and also, my first encounter with Jeff was when we were in the 4th grade together. Your husband stood out in class as one of the most intelligent ones. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to you and yours during this time.
Gloria Diann Johnson-Durham-Jones

Sara Mathews

January 3, 2012

Dear Deloris , I was very sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him when he was walking. You're in my thoughts,
Sara Mathews (Synageva)

Bobby Sewell

December 22, 2011

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Love your cousins, George and Alma Stroud & Family

December 22, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lori Goff

December 22, 2011

Deloris,
I was so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.

CGantt Nelson

December 21, 2011

Dear Deloris,
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow. In the past, when I began to “venture away” I can recall how you and Jeff were there for me regardless of the day or hour. Please know that I will be here for you.

My heart goes out to you and the Lay family during this difficult time. Through prayer, I am confident that Jehovah will provide you all with the strength and love that is much needed.

Brenda Smalls(Jarrell)

December 21, 2011

To the Family.... Sorry to hear of your lost and my Family will keep you in our prays may the lord be with all now and forever

December 21, 2011

Mrs. Lay, I graduated with your husband, class of 1972 and also, my first encounter with Jeff was when we were in the 4th grade together. Your husband stood out in class as one of the most intelligent ones. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to you and yours during this time.

Elsie Cross Sewell

December 21, 2011

To the Family of Jeff Lay, very saddened for your love one, but his memories will live forever in your's heart. Made the LORD be with you all, cause he made no mistake!!

JAMES ARNOLD

December 20, 2011

MRS LAY IM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JEFF PASSING MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Shelia Hill

December 20, 2011

Deloris, May Jehovah bring you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the Lay family.

Elaine White Rattler

December 20, 2011

Dear Deloris and family, I was saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. We were both members of the same class in High School and he was always a very nice person. I remember how tickled I was, not that long ago, to learn that you (my cousin) and he were married. My heart goes out to you. May God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding. Love you.

Pat/David &son Smith

December 20, 2011

To the family
May God be with you in this time of need.
Your happy memories will see you through
the days ahead.

Tina and Will Jones

December 20, 2011

In loving memory to my eldest cousin. Rest in Peace. We love you and will miss you much.

Tina and Will Jones

December 20, 2011

Jeff was the first of our generation of Lay grandchildren. We mourn the loss. May the angels of those gone before you protect and guide you.
Your Cousin Deborah, Washington, DC

Kenneth&Mary Boyd

December 20, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mary&Kenneth Boyd

December 20, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Linda McElroy- Glenn and Family

December 20, 2011

My Deepest Sympathy to the Lay Family.

Carolyn Wynn

December 20, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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