Gene Dennerd Sowell, Sr. Waycross, Georgia Obituary

Gene Dennerd Sowell, Sr.

<p>Mr. Gene Dennerd Sowell, Sr., 81, passed away Friday (January 20, 2023) at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross following a short illness.</p><p><br></p><p>He was born in Waycross, GA to the late Robert James Sowell and Alma Steedley Sowell. He retired from CSX Transportation as a boilermaker after many years of employment. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Blackshear and the Misfits Sunday School Class. He also served in the United States Army.</p><p><br></p><p>Gene often enjoyed riding motorcycles and watching racing events. He was a very skilled woodworker who made cabinets and furniture for his own home and other family members. He also made many things for his friends. He simply loved the outdoors.</p><p><br></p><p>In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Bobby Sowell, James “Mutt” Sowell, and Omer Lee Sowell; and three sisters, Doris L. Fiveash, Eva Dell Pittman, and Eloise Duncan.</p><p><br></p><p>He is survived by his wife, Pat Sowell of Waycross; two children, Denny Sowell of Waycross and Ellen Tanner (husband Carlos) of Macon; one grandson, Jackson Tanner of Macon; a brother, Marcus Sowell (wife Jean) of Stone Mountain, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews.</p><p><br></p><p>The family will be receiving friends at Music Funeral Home on Sunday (January 22, 2023) from 2 until 4 o’clock. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Blackshear. The family will also be receiving friends at the church on Monday from 1 until 2 o’clock.</p><p><br></p><p>The family requests members of the Misfits Sunday School Class to meet at the church on Monday by 1:40 p.m. to serve as honorary pallbearers.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
December 8, 1941 - January 20, 202312/08/194101/20/2023
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Music Funeral Home
January 24, 2023
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Music Funeral Home
January 22, 2023
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Halie
January 23, 2023
I work at the YMCA, where him and Mrs. Pat would often come in together to exercise. He was such a kind soul and will be deeply missed by his friends from the Y. Continuous prayers for the family.
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Sophronia James & Kim, Derek, Brent and Misty
January 23, 2023
Dear Pat and family, we are so sorry to hear about cousin Gene. We always enjoyed seeing and talking to him. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. We love y’all.
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The Duncan and McCormick Families
January 22, 2023
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Ray and Susan Lovett
January 22, 2023
Ray and I were sorry to hear of the passing of Gene. We had been praying for Gene and also you Pat. We enjoyed talking with both of you at church and missed this both of you after we moved.
Ray and Susan Lovett
Jesup, Ga
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Virginia Johnson Johns
January 22, 2023
Q: What will you never forget about Gene?

A: Sorry to learn of Gene’s passing. My condolences and prayers are with his family. I know he will be greatly missed, but he will always live on in your hearts and memories. I will always remember Gen... Continue Reading
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Virginia Johnson Johns
January 22, 2023
Gene and I were classmates and were members of the 1961 graduating class of Waycross Senior High School. I remember him as a very quiet guy. I know Gene will be missed by family and friends.
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Marie Sawyer
January 22, 2023
A candle was posted for Gene Dennerd Sowell, Sr..
A candle was posted for Gene Dennerd Sowell, Sr..
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Marie Sawyer
January 22, 2023
I will always remember Genie Bo as an example of the perfect gentleman. We were friends in high school. He was a sweet, kind man, and I always looked forward to seeing him at our reunions. I am sad for the family, but you can rest assured that he is smiling down from He... Continue Reading
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Joey and Patricia McQuaig
January 22, 2023
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Jay and Julie Jimerson
January 22, 2023
"May your heart's doors be open. Forever and ever, may your glass, it be filled." So sorry for your family's loss.
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Nadean Lairsey
January 22, 2023
Pat and family. I am so sorry to hear about my friend Gene, and I feel much sorry that I didn't see you guys more. God bless you as you move through this difficult time. My love and prayers, Nadean Lairsey
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