Gary Cecil Vaughn (June 6, 1945) of Lanett died peacefully at his home on May 16, 2026.
A memorial service is planned for Tuesday, May 19th at 2 PM EST at 1st Christian Church in Lanett.
Visitation will be on Monday, May 18th, from 5 to 7 PM EST at Valley Point Funeral Home in Lanett.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Brenda Smith Vaughn, and 2 sons. Jason Vaughn (Gloria Perry Vaughn) of Dallas, Ga and Zachary Vaughn (Jessica Barlow Vaughn) of Petal, Mississippi. He is also survived by his direct grandchildren, Emma (Dallas, Ga), Jackson, and Katherine (both of Petal, MS); as well as his 3 adoptive grandchildren Amanda Bingham, Marc Perry, and Austin Perry, and five great grandchildren all of the metro Atlanta area.
He was the son of the late Cecil and Edna Vaughn, and older brother to the late James “Jimmy” Vaughn. His youngest brother Stephen resides in Millerville, Ala.
Gary was employed as vice president of Thompson Insurance Enterprises of Atlanta from 1985 until his retirement in 2007. He was an avid bass fisherman and golfer, active in politics, enjoyed all things Alabama especially Alabama football. Mostly he was proud to call Lanett his home.
He was surrounded by friends and family at the time of his passing, served as a motivation and inspiration to numerous people, and his stories and humor will be missed by many.
In lieu of flowers please send memorials to:
First Christian Church
P.0. Box 452
Lanett, Al 36863
The staff at Valley-Point Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the Family of Mr. Gary Vaughn.
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Brenda, I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I went to school with Gary; never a dull moment. Then I got better acquainted with you an Gary through church and heard all the stories of Gary, Joe Jr, and Mike Sorrell. My prayers are with you Ana all your family. Love you!
From Aunt Degloria.
Ive known Gary since he was 5 when he and his Uncle Dude and I were Married. Both Dude and I always loved visiting with Gary and Brenda and have shared many memories along the the way. He was loved and will be missed.
Cousin Gary is one of those that loomed larger than life to me a child;big and boisterous! And he was generous of heart to his family. I Love you Gary and wish you well in the here after.