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Thomas "Heath" Magee

Services for Mr. Thomas “Heath” Magee are 1:00 pm, Friday, June 16, 2023, at Harmony Baptist Church with visitation from 10:00 am until the time of service and burial at New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.

Thomas “Heath” Magee, 43, passed away June 13, 2023, at his residence.

He was born July 2, 1979, to Albert Harvey Magee and Debby Farmer Magee.

Heath was an active member of Harmony Baptist Church. Over the years, he also served as Youth Pastor at New Zion Baptist Church and Old Silver Creek, where he touched many lives. He had a successful painting business where his customers praised his work.

Heath was a loving husband, son, and father. He adored his three children.

In his spare time, he loved working on trucks and 4 wheelers with his son. He also enjoyed spending time with his daughters doing whatever made them happy. He loved hunting, fishing, being outdoors, and being with his family and church family.

Preceding him in death were his grandparents Millard Farmer and Bobby and Marilyn Fortenberry and his father-in-law, Keith Carr.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 22 years, Kortney Magee; children, Abby Kate Magee, Hunter Heath Magee, Mary Miley Magee; parents, Harvey and Debby Magee; sister, Heather Buitt and husband, Buster and their children, Taylor, Anna and Brax; mother-in- law, Karen Carr; brother-in-law, Charles Carr and wife, Hope; and their children, Charlie Ann, Cooper and Callum; sister-in-laws, Kimberly Dunaway and husband, Jacky and their son, Dylon and Krystal Ladd and husband, Cody and their children, Hadley and Hudson and a host of friends and church family.

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  • Comment Link Mike  Jennifer Burt Thursday, 06 July 2023 16:45 posted by Mike Jennifer Burt

    Harvey/Debbie,
    Jennifer and I would like to offer our condolences in the loss of your son, Heath. Although I didn’t know your son, I know you and the love for God that you have. I pray that He will love on you in a supernatural way.
    Mike & Jennifer Burt

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  • Comment Link Mary Brown Friday, 16 June 2023 21:56 posted by Mary Brown

    Harvey and Debbie, Heather and Robert, The family I am so sorry about Heath. I did not know about Heath until I just happened to see his obituary. Please let me know if there is any way I can help.

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  • Comment Link Mary Brown Friday, 16 June 2023 21:55 posted by Mary Brown

    Harvey and Debbie, Heather and Robert, The family I am so sorry about Heath. I did not know about Heath until I just happened to see his obituary. Please let me know if there is any way I can help.

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  • Comment Link Patrick Russell Friday, 16 June 2023 17:59 posted by Patrick Russell

    Heath and I did many jobs together and he was such a great employer but a great friend as well!! I love you and I will never let you be forgotten but I will miss you everyday until we see each other again. Fly high brother I miss you!!

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  • Comment Link Frieda Griffin Friday, 16 June 2023 14:07 posted by Frieda Griffin

    Kourtney, I will keep you'll in my prayers for the coming months ahead. I pray your able to feel God's love and arms around you as you go forward to raise your family.

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  • Comment Link Dianne Burnett Friday, 16 June 2023 12:04 posted by Dianne Burnett

    Kortney so very sorry for your loss Prayers and love are with you and your family

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  • Comment Link Bruce  Angie Spencer Friday, 16 June 2023 11:40 posted by Bruce Angie Spencer

    Trusting that you feel our prayers - our hearts are so heavy Harvey & Debbie along with family!! Heath painted our home some few years ago and was such a JOY! Praying for PEACE THAT PASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING IN JESUS NAME! ✝️?

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  • Comment Link Judy Weeks Fillingame Friday, 16 June 2023 10:45 posted by Judy Weeks Fillingame

    Kortney, words cannot express the sympathy felt for your loss. You are loved and your precious family is in our prayers. Praying for God’s comforting touch.

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  • Comment Link Jean Murray Thursday, 15 June 2023 20:30 posted by Jean Murray

    Kortney I am so sorry to hear about Heath’s passing. I know your heart is broken. Lean heavy on the Lord during this most difficult time of your life. He is the only one who can give you the peace you need. And this He will do in His time.
    You and your precious children are in my prayers.
    Love you,
    Jean Murray

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  • Comment Link Phyllis Lofton Thursday, 15 June 2023 17:24 posted by Phyllis Lofton

    Debby and Harvey, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you both and the whole family. You will be in my prayers. In Christ Love,. Phyllis Lofton

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  • Comment Link Judy (Norton) Washam Thursday, 15 June 2023 16:57 posted by Judy (Norton) Washam

    So very sorry to hear this news. Prayers going up for all the family. My heart is with you, Debby.

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  • Comment Link Stephanie Spence Thursday, 15 June 2023 16:31 posted by Stephanie Spence

    Love and prayers to your family.

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  • Comment Link Tara Cody Gibson Thursday, 15 June 2023 14:30 posted by Tara Cody Gibson

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will be praying for you and your family during this time.

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  • Comment Link Gracie Beech Thursday, 15 June 2023 13:11 posted by Gracie Beech

    My love and prayers are with y'all Kortney!

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  • Comment Link Paul  Sheila Mason Thursday, 15 June 2023 12:52 posted by Paul Sheila Mason

    We were heart broken to hear of Heath’s passing away. He and his Magee family are special to us. Our love and prayers are with each of you during this time.

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  • Comment Link Charlotte Lott Thursday, 15 June 2023 12:32 posted by Charlotte Lott

    So sorry. Love all of you. Aunt Charlotte ✝️????

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  • Comment Link Lisa Griffith Thursday, 15 June 2023 11:45 posted by Lisa Griffith

    So sorry about your loss. May God be with your family in the days ahead.

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