Florence Lumpkin

Florence was born in Athens, Georgia on August 28, 1944, to Mae Willie and James Lumpkin Sr.

Florence was raised in Watkinsville, Georgia, where she joined Morton Chapel Baptist Church at a young age. Her faith began to flourish, and she began to build long lasting relationships. For 25 years, she dedicated herself to her work at Howard Johnson where her strong work ethic and friendly spirit left a lasting impact on all who knew her.

Florence was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of everyone around her. Her love was boundless, her kindness was immeasurable, and her laughter truly contagious. As one of nine children, family was her life. She cherished her children, brothers, and sisters with all her heart. She created a home filled with warmth and love. Her kindness touched everyone she met, and her unwavering support made her one of the cornerstones of the Lumpkin family. Florence was the source of strength, always ready with a listening ear and comforting hug.

On Sunday, September 28, 2025, The Lord called his beloved angel home. She is preceded in death by both of her parents, Mae Willie and James Lumpkin Sr.; son, Donnie Lumpkin; companion, Trinidad Hernandez, siblings, Jackie Lumpkin, James Lumpkin Jr., Rissie Smith, John Harris, Henry Lee Harris, Tyrone Harris, and Mae Bell McKissick.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories: children, Michael Lumpkin (Watkinsville, Ga) Sandra Gibbs (Athens, Ga), Diane (Michael) Holloway (Watkinsville, Ga), Stephanie (Dwight) Smith (Watkinsville, Ga); Grandchildren: Lafayett Lumpkin (Watkinsville, Ga) LaToya (Tekel) Parrish, Michael Lumpkin Jr., (Athens, Ga), Marcus Smith (Fayetteville, NC), Christian Lumpkin and Bryant Holloway (Athens, Ga); Eleven great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; Siblings: Bobbie Lumpkin, Shirley Finch, Will Lumpkin Sr., Lillie Lumpkin (Watkinsville, Ga), Eddie (Brenda) Lumpkin (Athens, Ga), Joann Harris, Betty (Alfred) Burgess, Ernestine Harris, (Athens, GA), Otis (Margaret) Harris (Bishop, Ga) Rose Harris, (Athens, Ga), Stella (William) Fambrough, Clinton Elder and Zynita Elder (Watkinsville, Ga); a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

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