Obituary - John Wesley Dye

Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home & Crematory

Published: Apr 24, 2025, 8:23 PM

John Wesley Dye, age 76, passed away on April 22, 2025, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center under the compassionate care of Georgia Hospice Care, following a courageous battle with kidney disease. Born in 1949 in Hurley, Virginia, John was one of four children of the late Noah and Delma Taylor Dye.

After graduating high school, he answered the call to serve his country, enlisting in the United States Air Force. From 1967 to 1974, he served honorably as a staff sergeant with overseas tours in Vietnam and Japan, working as an aircraft maintenance specialist.

For his dedication, he was awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal and the Air Force Longevity Service Medal.

Following his military service, John continued to pursue excellence through education. He earned multiple degrees from West Oklahoma State College, Cameron University, Armstrong State College and Georgia Southern University.

His passion for aviation safety led him to a successful career with Flight Safety International in Houston and then after meeting his bride, he transferred to Savannah Flight Safety as a G-3 ground pilot instructor. He later moved and had a remarkable 14-year tenure teaching flight safety in Saudi Arabia with United Arab Emirates in Dubai.

Upon retirement, John continued to give back to the community as a part-time teacher with the Bulloch County Board of Education.

He was a faithful member of Trinity Baptist Church in Nevils, Georgia, and found joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially working in his yard. However, his greatest happiness came from spending time with his beloved wife of 39 years, Rose Lanier Dye.

John is survived by his loving family: stepchildren, Paula White (John), Steve Waters, Tracy Williams (Rusty) and Lisa Elko; grandchildren, Charlie Walker (Joseph), Andrew Waters (Jaydie), Kenneth Knight (Amanda), Kasi Boni (Louie), Kayla Wolfe (Brian), Rusty Williams Jr. (Kelly) and Brittany Elko (Luke); and great-grandchildren, Levi Walker, Aubree and Ava Knight, Catherine Williams, Caroline Williams and L.B. Boni. He is also survived by his brother, Donz (Patricia); and sister, Betty (Burton).

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Virginia Dye; and his daughter-in-law, Kathy Waters.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Joe Eason officiating.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff of Southern Manor at Candler for the love and compassion shown to John during his time there.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Donations can be made online at www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate.

Friends may sign the online register book at www.joineranderson.com.

Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home & Crematory of Statesboro is in charge of the arrangements.

Statesboro Herald, April 25, 2025

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Obituary - Mr. Lonnie Stowbridge

Craig R. Tremble Funeral Homes, Inc., Statesboro Chapel

Published: Apr 30, 2025, 11:21 PM

Mr. Lonnie Stowbridge, age 86, passed away peacefully under hospice care in Rochester, New York, on Friday, April 25, 2025. A native of Bulloch County, he had been residing with his daughter at the time of his passing.

He received his formal education in the Bulloch County public school system.

Lonnie maintained regular church attendance and united with Rehovia Baptist Church, where he served on the Usher Board until his health declined.

In his early years, he began employment with the Western Auto in Statesboro, Georgia. He relocated to New York City, where he began his career with the Eden Cab Company as a mechanic. He later relocated to Chester, Pennsylvania, where he gained employment with Hygrade Manufacturing in the Maintenance Department until his retirement.

Lonnie united with his life partner, Pauline Littles, and the couple made beautiful memories together. They enjoyed traveling, bowling, fishing and sports events. Pauline passed away on January 31, 2002.

Throughout his life, Lonnie has maintained membership with the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Lodge. Upon his return to Statesboro, he joined the brotherhood of the William James Health Lodge 1346.

Lonnie was a fun-loving person who enjoyed brotherly love and support of his fraternal brothers and sisters.

He leaves to cherish many fond and loving memories: his children, Paul Edward Stowbridge and Yolanda Gail Jones, both of Rochester, New York; a brother, Amos Stowbridge (Mary Ann) of Statesboro, Georgia; six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Craig R. Tremble Funeral Home Chapel, 238 West Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458.

The celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Banks Creek Primitive Baptist Church, 1901 Banks Creek Church Road, Portal, GA 30450 with Elder Joe Mosley, pastor, and the Rev. Paul Benton, eulogist. Interment will be held at Bulloch Memorial Gardens, 22002 U.S. Highway 80, Statesboro, GA 30459.

Friends may sign the online register book at www.craigrtremblefuneralhome.com.

The celebration of life services is entrusted to the care of Craig R. Tremble Funeral Homes, Inc., Statesboro Chapel, 238 West Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458.

Statesboro Herald, May 1, 2025

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