Joseph "Joe" Arnold Mustin, Jr.

Joseph "Joe" Arnold Mustin Jr., 72, of Gainesville, died at his home on Monday, Sept. 7, after a long illness. 

Joe was born April 6, 1943, in Columbus, Ga., to the late Joseph Arnold Mustin and Evelyn Sanders Mustin. He was a well-respected building contractor and served as president of the local chapter of the National Association of Home Builders from 1985-86 and 1993-94. Joe was also actively involved with Habitat for Humanity for several years and served as its local chapter president.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Judith Jones Mustin; daughter, Sherry Mustin Lenderman (Alan); brother, Timothy Sanders Mustin (Ruth); five nephews, one great-nephew and one great-niece. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, David Wayne Mustin and Jonathan Mustin. 

Joe will be remembered for his generous spirit, rich bass voice, amazing culinary talent, and lively sense of humor. A Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, September 18 at 2 p.m. at Holly Springs United Methodist Church in Pendergrass. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Holly Springs United Methodist Church where Joe was active in the congregation and choir. 

Georgia Cremation Centers, Acworth