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Lanier Bridges

January 21, 1932 — July 14, 2020

Lexington, Georgia

Lanier Bridges, 88, of Lexington, GA passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Born on January 21, 1932 in Crawford, GA, he was the son of the late George W. Bridges and Sarah Noel Bridges and was the youngest of 10 children. In his later years, he retired as a manager at Western Union in downtown Atlanta.

In addition to his parents, Lanier was preceded in death by 3 sons: Rusty Bridges and 2 infant boys; 2 brothers; and 7 sisters.

Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Jeanette A. Bridges; granddaughter, Amanda Eve Bridges; and many nieces & nephews.

A graveside service will be held at Crawford Cemetery on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Anthony Watts officiating. The family will receive friends 2 hours prior from 12:00 to 1:30 pm at Lord & Stephens, East.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 or (800) 805- 5856.

Lord & Stephens East, Athens, Ga is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lordandstephens.com.

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Visitation

Saturday, July 18, 2020

12:00 - 1:30 pm (Eastern time)

Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes

4355 Lexington Road, Athens, GA 30605

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Graveside Service

Saturday, July 18, 2020

Starts at 2:00 pm (Eastern time)

Crawford Cemetery

, Crawford, GA 30630

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