Robert Lewis Mahaffey

Mr. Robert Lewis Mahaffey of Douglasville, Georgia passed away on Saturday, June 6th, 2015 at the age of 74. He was born to parents Edgar Venable Mahaffey and Izetta Sims on May 23, 1941. Robert attended the University of South Carolina on a track scholarship after setting the Atlanta City record for pole-vaulting while attending Roosevelt High School in Atlanta. He was a devoted Carolina Gamecock fan. He retired from Owens Illinois Glass, Hapeville, Georgia after 30 years of service.

Robert loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, his porch time with music in the afternoons and watching the many birds he attracted. He was also an avid gardener.

Robert is survived by his best friend and wife of 53 years, Judy Thomasson Mahaffey, his son Mark Mahaffey of Orlando, Florida, daughters Tani Mahaffey and husband Andy Bass of Port Saint Joe, Florida with her son Zack Sims and daughter Molly Sims, Shawn Puckett and husband Robbie Puckett of Jefferson, Georgia with their daughters Jordan and Peyton Puckett. He is also survived by brother Charles and wife Yvonne, brother-in-law Robert Thomasson Jr, and wife Sandi as well as many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and loved ones at Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 10th from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. A Celebration of Robert's Life will be held at his home on Thursday, June 11th from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Family and friends are welcome to join us to honor his memory.

Those who wish to express condolences or share a special memory may do so online at www.whitleygarner.com