Johnie Fred Lumpkin Sr.

Johnie Fred Lumpkin, Sr. was born in Athens, GA on September 22, 1943 to the late Laura Bell Lumpkin. The youngest of four children, Johnie grew up in a home full of love with his mother, 2 brothers, Neal and Willie, and sister Mary. His cousin and best friend George “Sonny” Maxwell lived next door. John "Hickey" Wilson was Johnie's lifelong friend, going back to kindergarten age. As a follower of Jesus, Johnie’s early spiritual development took place at Hill Chapel Baptist Church in Athens, GA. After graduating from Athens High & Industrial School in 1962, he played football for South Carolina State before he enlisted in the United States Navy. Johnie was honorably discharged in 1969.Johnie married Hazel Johnson of Athens, GA in 1965. They moved to Atlanta, GA and had 2 sons: Johnny Lumpkin, Jr and Jason Lumpkin. Their marriage ended in the early 1980s, but he continued being an amazing father, guide and role model to Johnny and Jason. Later in his adult life, Johnie learned about his biological father, Fred Davenport Sr., and was welcomed with open arms by his family. He gained a close relationship with his brother, Fred "Boot" Davenport Jr; and two sisters, Georgia Anne Bloodsaw and Sarah Butler. Angela Wims was a dear close friend to Johnie and has been a part of our family for over 15 years. Johnie worked over 40 years at Lockheed Martin in Marietta, GA. He often spoke fondly about his work family and how much fun they had playing games, sharing meals and recipes, and talking smack with one another as they competed in the various games they played. Johnie's joyful, encouraging, and loving spirit departed from this earth on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. He was preceded in death by his Mother, Father, Brothers: Willie Lumpkin, Fred Davenport, Jr.; Brother and Sister-in-law: Neal and Marion Lumpkin, Sister and Brother-in-law: Robert and Mary Johnson; Brother-in-Law: Clarence Bloodsaw, and Cousin George Maxwell. Johnie's memory and legacy will live on through his children: Johnny Lumpkin Jr (Trashanda) of Columbus, GA, Jason Lumpkin (Cindy) of Mableton, GA; grandchildren: Joshua, Aubrey, Cara, and Jackson; great grandson Kamari; Sisters: Georgia Anne Bloodsaw of Athens, GA and Sarah Butler of Winter Park, FL; and a great multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Johnie would want you to always remember that he loves you, and there is nothing you can do about it.

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Johnie Fred Lumpkin Sr.

September 22, 1944 - December 19, 2023