Joel Gary Bishop Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joel Gary Bishop (Epworth, Georgia), who passed away at the age of 84, on December 5, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Joel Gary find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Lillious "Buddy" and Mary Jane Mullis Bishop. He is survived by: his wife Bettye Eleanor Waters; and his children, Sheryl Edwards (Robert) of Macon, Lorraine Bunn (Michael) of Forsyth and James "Jim" Bishop (Genny) of Madison, AL.. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild, beloved sister-in-law, niece & nephew, and bonus grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Aveanna Hospice of Griffin, Paran Baptist Church of Forsyth, GA, or Epworth UMC, Epworth, GA.
