Funeral services for Joseph Arthur "Joey" Thompson, 44, of Demorest, were held Tuesday, Feb. 8 in the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin and Stewart. The Rev. Johnny Loudermilk officiated. Interment followed in Clarkesville City Cemetery.
Mr. Thompson passed away Monday, Jan. 31, 2022.
Born Nov. 25, 1977, in Demorest, he was the son of Jackie R.B. Thompson and Beverly Juanita Nation Thompson.
Mr. Thompson was employed at Jason Wood Concrete. He was a member of Bethel Temple Congregational Holiness Church and was of the Holiness faith. He loved working on small engines, hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles, and riding four wheelers with family.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by sons, Blake Thompson (Katlyn) of Demorest, Brody Thompson (Katelyn) of Demorest, Jax Thompson of Demorest, and Brandon Burrell of Cornelia; daughters, Paige Thompson (Eli) of Demorest and Kirsten Thompson of Demorest; brothers, Stacy Justus (Mari) of Demorest, Carl Justus of Demorest, Tim Justus of Baldwin, and Shane McFall (Charlene) of Dalton; sisters, Tammy Allgary (Charlie) of Demorest, Nicole Thompson (Ashby) of Demorest, and Hope Reddish (Andrew) of Toccoa; grandchildren, Kathleen, Kayden, Michael, Lucas, Greyson, Gracie, and Karlee; and several nieces, nephews, and other close family and friends.
An online guest register is available and may be viewed at mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com.
McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia is in charge of arrangements.