Herb Register, age 81, passed away Saturday morning, September 11, 2021 in Prosperity, SC and is forever with his personal Savior and Lord. He recently moved there from his mountain home residence of over 30 years in Bryson City, NC. His wife, Genie, was by his side after a lengthy illness.
Herb was born in Dupont, Georgia and preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Reva S. Register and Mrs. Iris N. Register. He graduated from Jennings High School in Jennings, FL, completed two years of college at Florida Technical College and later received his license as a Master Plumber. He owned his own business, Gator Plumbing Co. in Jacksonville, FL for many years.
Herb was well known for his generosity to others and many charitable organizations. He had a unique gift of storytelling and love of their family dog they traveled with throughout many states. Herb had a passion for creating and building many beautiful items for landscaping, as well as designing and building several homes for his wife and himself. He enjoyed bringing old trucks back to life with creative renovations.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Faye, aka “Genie” Green; a sister, Jean Stalmaker; a brother, Reva Register and a daughter, Lisa Durrance of Jacksonville, FL. He had six stepchildren: James (Sara), Jerry (Julie), John (Sharon), Jan, Janet (Roy), Joy (Craig) in various states. There are 11 grandkids and 15 great grandchildren.
Herb’s warm, caring personality will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
A service will be held in Georgia at a later date.
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