L. D. (L.D.) Mincey

L. D. Mincey was born September 25, 1926, to the late Aldie and Gertrude Mincey in Pulaski, GA. On December 11, 2021, he answered the call of his heavenly father to return home from the Ogeechee Area Hospice, Statesboro, GA.

He was formally educated at  Dixon Grove Elementary School and later earned  his GED. L.D. and his family attended the community church. Upon  reaching the required age in 1945, Mr. Mincey  was drafted into the United States Navy  during World War II and served as a Seaman.  He received an Honorable Discharge upon completion of his enlistment.

On December 21, 1946, he married his childhood sweetheart, Ms. Wallean McCormick, who after 68 years of marriage, preceded him in death. To this union, a son, Ricky L. Mincey and a daughter, Darlean Mincey were born; both preceded him in death. Mr. Mincey was also predeceased by five brothers and three sisters.

L.D. resided in Savannah, GA, where he was employed with Hunt Wesson Oil for 3 years. After which, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and made  his career.  While enlisted in the Air Force, Mr. Mincey traveled to and served in  many countries including Europe, Italy, and Japan.  He also traveled to and served in several  North American states to include  New York, Texas, Wyoming, and Hawaii.

He leaves to cherish many memories one sister, Mamie C. Mincey, Savannah, GA; one brother, Willie T. (Pat) Mincey, Savannah, GA; two grandsons, Marcus (Sherika) Mincey, Atlanta, GA and Ricky Dashawn Mincey, Metter, GA; one granddaughter, Disheta Mincey Oglesby, Wichita, KS; six great-grandchildren, Elijah Oglesby, Emya Mincey, Ethan Oglesby, Morgan Robinson, Heaven Mincey, and Jinnah Mincey and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

The Staff of Whitaker Funeral Home is honored to support and serve the Mincey family with Dignity, Respect and Integrity. 

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