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John Wesley Gay Jr.

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John Wesley Gay Jr.

September 24, 1969 ~ July 15, 2026 (age 56) 56 Years Old

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John Gay Jr. Obituary

Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Mr. John Wesley Gay Jr., of Riverdale, GA will be Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 11:00AM; Willie A. Watkins West-End Chapel, 1003 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30310.

Final arrangements entrusted to Willie A. Watkins Historic West-End Chapel. (404) 758-1731.

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Celebrating the Life Memorial Service

Thursday
July 23, 2026
11:00 AM
Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel
1003 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd
Atlanta, GA 30310

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September 24, 1969-July 15, 2026

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