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Mitch Huff Obituary
A native of Athens, GA, he was a son of the late Herschel Edgar and Sarah Dudley Huff. A graduate of the University of Georgia, he retired after twenty-five years with Athens Clarke County, After retirement, he continued to work at R.A. Dudley Nurseries in Thomson, GA, which his grandfather started in the 1940s. An avid golfer and supporter of UGA football, he was especially proud of the fact that Dudley Nurseries help provide the current hedges for Sanford Stadium.
Memorial services will be Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Winterville First Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 AM until service time. They will also accept visitors at Mr. Huff's home Monday afternoon.
Survivors include his wife of thirty-seven years, Pam Huff; two children, Barrett Huff of Statesboro and Lauren Huff of Athens; brothers, Herschel (Sherrye) Huff of Milledgeville and Ralph (Lynn) Huff of Arnoldsville; sister, Ellen Wyzokowski of Athens; many nieces and nephews.
Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Lowe, Tim Hansford, Bobby Erwin, Ralph Maxwell, Jr., Bill Hawkins, Albert Aguilar, George Schroder, Warren Mason and Dennis Patrick.
The family would like to thank everyone for all their love and support over the past years. It has been a source of comfort and strength for their family. A special thanks is also offered to the staff of Gentiva Hospice for their wonderful care and love.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Winterville First Baptist Church or Gentiva Hospice of Athens.
Lord and Stephens, EAST, is in charge of arrangements. 3/7/1951 - 9/19/2015
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Memories and Condolences
for Mitch Huff
Allen Bridges
October 9, 2015
Mitch (P-Nut) was an awesome guy! I am so so sorry for your loss!
October 2, 2015
Mitchell was a friend when we were in school. 12 years together. He was always a kind and happy person. My condolences to his family, especially Pam. I am so sorry for your loss.
Bobbie Priester
September 29, 2015
Pam and Family,
I know there are no words to ease your pain at a time like this. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray God will give you the peace and strength to get you through this. I am so sorry for your pain and loss.
Mary Richardson
September 26, 2015
I'm sorry for your family's loss. I remember Mr. Huff from my day's as a camp counselor at Memorial Park and working with you at Hillsman middle school. Prayers for your family.
Martha Weston
September 23, 2015
Dear Pam, Lauren and Barrett I was so sad to hear about Mitchell. Praying that God's love and grace will sustain you and the family as you grieve. Much love.
Zu
September 23, 2015
Pam, I pray the love of the Lord is felt during this difficult time. I'm so sorry.
Dianne Bentley
September 22, 2015
I learned of illness through my mother at the Comer Health Center; thank you Ellen for support and assistance with mom; much appreciated; my condolences go out to you, Ralph, and family through this time; I knew Mitchell in high school many years ago; great guy; prayers be with you at this time.
Mary & Wayne Brubaker
September 22, 2015
Pam and family,
May the Lord's mighty and loving hands be your light and strength during this time.
Larry Bridges
September 21, 2015
The world lost a truly wonderful man, never heard him complain about anything. He was 2 years younger than me, played football with him and he gave it his all on every play. The family truly has my condolences.
Doyle Gillespie
September 21, 2015
I was six years behind Mitch in school; he was always a good and decent person.
Dawn Dudley Smith
September 21, 2015
Pam, I always thought Mitch was so kind, a true gentleman, and everyone always talked about what a great guy he was. My heart is heavy for you and the family. Know that we love you, and are praying for you.
Kelly and Cheryl Turner
September 21, 2015
Kelly and I are sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family.
September 21, 2015
I learned of the illness through my mother at Comer Health Center; thank you Ellen for your support with mom; much appreciated; my prayers go out to you, Ralph, and family through this time; I knew Mitch in high school many years ago; great guy. May God be with you.
Carol Herring
September 21, 2015
Love, Blessings and Comfort to you, Pam, and your family at this sad time, and during times to come.
Phyllis Booker
September 21, 2015
To the Huff family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Phyllis Booker, Athens, Georgia
Evelyn Lee
September 21, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with Pam and children in the loss of Mitch. I worked with Mitch for many years and remember lots of fun and laughter.
September 21, 2015
May peace be with you Pam and the entire family as you all go through this sadness together.
Love .... Sharon,Tina,& Becky Hix
Becky Mallonee
September 21, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with Pam and her family. I remember Mitch helping with the playground at WFBC. He was a hard worker. He was so eager to help out.
Barbara Kilgore
September 20, 2015
Pam I am sorry to hear about Mitch,we will keep you and kids in our thoughts and prayers. Love,Barbara Kilgore
David Huff
September 20, 2015
to Pam and Family
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Eugene Spray
September 20, 2015
I think of you and Mitch each time I go through Winterville.I love ya'll both as beginning neighbor's that day forward.Take care Pam.
Amy Tate
September 20, 2015
Pam. You have been such a loving devoted wife and caregiver. No regrets. May Gods love give you peace and comfort.
Joy Bailey
September 20, 2015
Pam so sorry for your loss. My love and best wishes to you and your family. Prayers for your comfort.
Laura Dickson
September 20, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mitch. Your family were such wonderful neighbors to us when we lived in Winterville. We are praying for God's peace and comfort during the difficult days ahead.
Karen Kessler Durkin
September 20, 2015
Pam, so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paula Lewis
September 20, 2015
Pam sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim & John Lockstedt
September 20, 2015
Dear Pam & family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as we ask God to comfort you in His loving arms.
Linda Collier
September 20, 2015
Pam and Family
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Jo Harrie
September 20, 2015
Pam, Ralph and family. May the lifetime of memories comfort you in the days ahead. Keeping you all close to my heart.
Kathy and Alan Proctor
September 20, 2015
Pam, Barrett, Lauren and family,
Please know that Alan and I are lifting you all up in prayer. We thought the world of Mitch; he will be greatly missed.
susan morgan
September 20, 2015
Pam and Family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your pain and loss...
Love to you..
Susan Unger Morgan
Joanna and Eric Barker
September 20, 2015
Mrs.Pam and family-
Eric and I send all of our love and prayers all the way from Houston. I never met him but I am positive he was just as beautiful and kind hearted as you are Mrs. Pam!
Marty Montgomery
September 20, 2015
Another Angel is in Heaven. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Tim Bramlett
September 20, 2015
I went to school with Mitchell all 12 Years at Oglethorpe County and we graduated 1969. We have remained friend all these years.
Several years ago He started attending WFBC and was later ordained as Deacon.
I hated to see him go down with this disease. There is comfort knowing he is suffering no more. Prayers go to Pam and family.
Leslie & Will Smithwick
September 19, 2015
We are so sad and send our hugs, love and prayers to all of the family. We are so sorry we are out of town. May our precious Lord give you strength and comfort.
Randy Nation
September 19, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beverly Paradise
September 19, 2015
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes East Chapel
September 19, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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