John (Sonny) Bearden

 

John "Sonny" Bearden, age 70, of Jackson, GA passed away comfortably at home in the presence of his family on Wednesday, August 24, 2016.

Sonny was born in Birmingham, Alabama to the late John Guy Bearden and Alma Graham Bearden, before moving to Jackson in 1955. Growing up in Jackson, he graduated from Gordon Military High School continuing through their college.  After attending West Georgia College, where he met his wife, he started working with his father, helping to cultivate a network of auto parts stores from Savannah to Stockbridge, GA.  Wrapping up that chapter of his life in 1994, he continued to create oportunities as a businessman for himself and others.

He loved his family, and he loved his life. He taught how to give, and he taught how to forgive.

A generous and kind soul, Sonny was a Christian man who was certain of his salvation through Jesus Christ. He was a former member and deacon at the First Baptist Church in Jackson.  He attended Jackson United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Norton Bearden; his children - Van and Kelly Bearden Box, Graham and Danielle Bearden; his sisters Guynelle Jones, Lewis and Diane Freeman; and his grandchildren Anna Claire Box, Laney Box, Chanley Box, and Jack Bearden.

The family and all friends will celebrate Sonny's life on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Noon in the chapel of Haisten Funeral Home in Jackson. Reverend Chis Shurtz will officiate.  Visitors are welcome one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests a memorial donation to the Strong Rock Chiristian School Athletic Department (SRCS Athletic Dept.), 4200 Strong Rock Pkwy, Locust Grove, GA 30248.

Celebration of Life
Saturday, Aug 27, 2016
Haisten Funeral Home Chapel
321 South Harkness St.
Jackson, GA 30233

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