It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Alvin Willis Josey of Augusta, Georgia, born in Sandersville, Georgia, who passed away on August 31, 2022, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Willis Evans Josey and Zelma Price Josey; and his siblings, Wilmer Josey, Ernest Lee Josey, Martha Lou Woodard and Forrest Josey.

He is survived by : his wife Betty Joyce Smith Josey; his children, Debra Josey of Sandersville, Alvin Wayne Josey (Beth) of Hepzibah and David E. Josey (Myra) of Augusta; his granddaughter Lauren J. Galavotti (Adam) of Augusta; and his great grandchildren, Dale and Josey Galavotti. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 9th 2022 at 1:00 PM at the Chapel of May and Smith Funeral Home (1119 Riddleville Rd, Sandersville, GA 31082). A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 9th 2022 at 2:00 PM at the May and Smith Funeral Home Chapel (1119 Riddleville Rd, Sandersville, GA 31082).

Donations may be made in Mr. Josey's memory to the Gideons International, Sandersville Camp, P O Box 891, Sandersville GA 31082 or to the New Family Cemetery, c/o Faye Blount, 168 Red Hill Drive, Harrison, GA 31035.