Roy Tanner, Jr. passed away May 15, 2019, at his home in Banks Crossing.
Mr. Tanner was born on March 7, 1930 in Pumpkin Center, Georgia in Hall County. He was the son of the late Roy, Sr. and Annie Mae Garrison Tanner of Ellenwood, GA; was preceded in death by his brother, Frank Tanner, Ellenwood.
He was an employee of Roper Pump Company for 37 years and retired as a supervisor. He was a jack-of-all-trades, but small engine repair was his specialty. Fishing, hunting, camping, bowling, cooking and baking were a few of his many hobbies. His cooking and baking talents allowed him to remain state side while serving in the Army during the Korean War because the Company Commander enjoyed his cooking so well. He loved Beaverdam Baptist Church where he was a member and served as a deacon.
Mr. Tanner was married to the late Martha Ann Evans Tanner for 64 years. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Steve and Sonja Tanner of Carnesville, daughter Melissa Tanner of Banks Crossing, grandsons Clint (Millie) and Kyle (Kari) Tanner and great-grandchildren Carly, Kelly, Everett, and Hayes Tanner. Also surviving are brothers Owen Tanner of Hampton, Larry Tanner of McDonough, and Harry Tanner of Ellenwood as well as several nieces and nephews and special friend Ann Cartee of Hartwell.
Visitation will be 6-8 pm Saturday, May 18 at Ivie Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Sunday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Harrison Lampley, Rev. Chad Payne, and Kyle Tanner at Beaverdam Baptist Church, Highway 59, Commerce, GA. Burial will be in the Church cemetery.
The family is at the home of Clint Tanner of Commerce, GA.
Arrangements are in the care of Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, GA.
