Johnny Lay's obituary , Passed away on April 7, 2026 in Watkinsville, Georgia

Johnny Lay

May 2, 1939 - April 7, 2026 (86 years old)

Watkinsville, Georgia

Johnny Lay's obituary , Passed away on April 7, 2026 in Watkinsville, Georgia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lord & Stephens Funeral Home

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Johnny Lay

May 2, 1939 - April 7, 2026 (86 years old)

Watkinsville, Georgia

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Johnny Lay Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Johnny Lay in Watkinsville, Georgia, born in Farmington, Georgia, who passed away on April 7, 2026, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Johnny Lay or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mattie Lay and John Preston Lay of Farmington; his former wife Melinda Lay; and his sister Tootsie. He is survived by: his fiancée Martha Witcher; his sons, Jay Lay, Mitch Lay and Mark Lay; his grandchildren, Kacie Blackwell, Mendi Brown, Preston Lay, Jake Lay, Adrien Wood, Drew Lay and Morgan Lay; and his great grandchildren, Greyson, Emren, Blake, Boone and Quinton.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lord & Stephens Funeral Home



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Fri

Apr 10

Visitation

Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes
1211 Jimmy Daniel Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677

Sat

Apr 11

Funeral service

First Baptist Church of Watkinsville
1610 Simonton Bridge Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677

Sat

Apr 11

Burial

Oconee Memorial Park
2370 Hwy 53, Watkinsville, GA 30677

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