Joseph Randall Sapp

CLAXTON: Joseph Randall Sapp, 78, passed away May 5, 2025, at Evans Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. Born March 19, 1947, the son of the late Rephard and Elizabeth Woods Sapp. He was married to and preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Harriett Haire Sapp. A graduate of Claxton High School and Swainsboro Technical College, he was employed at Pinewood Christian Academy for 24 years. Before employment at PCA, Randall worked for over 20 years at Claxton Manufacturing Company until it closed. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, playing music for the neighborhood to hear, and spending time with his family. He was a member of Eason Chapel Church.

He is survived by three children Sheila (Chris) Blackburn, Stacey (Russ) Dees, and Joey “Bear” (Lindsey) Sapp. Five grandchildren Maggie Dees, Chandler (Tori) Blackburn, Mila and Wilson Sapp and Holden Chester. One great-granddaughter Ella Blackburn. Siblings Sandra Martin and Gene Sapp.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers: Thomas, James and Wallace Sapp.

VISITATION: Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at J. Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home.

FUNERAL: Friday, May 9, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at J. Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home Chapel.

BURIAL: Haire Family Cemetery.

REMEMBRANCES: In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to Eason Chapel Church, P.O. Box 163, Claxton, GA 30417.

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