Lynn Vence Ozment

Mr. Lynn Vence Ozment, 72, of Ellijay, passed away suddenly Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, at his Rome residence.

He was born in Birmingham, Ala., June 1, 1949, son of the late Buford Vence Ozment and the late Nannie Lee (Nan) Kelly Ozment.

He was a graduate of the University of North Georgia. He and his wife Danette moved to Ellijay as a newly-married couple and remained to teach and raise a family in the beautiful mountain town making lifelong friends.

There he taught elementary education for 30 years. He was a member of the Beech Creek United Methodist Church. He played multiple string instruments, singing with various groups at public events. His love of music was fostered by the many hours he and his father played together.

He loved the outdoors, growing apples at one time, fishing and many hours of cutting grass with his uncle Floyd. He had a giving and compassionate spirit, donating to many causes and the church. He gave of himself as demonstrated by the excellent care he provided both his father and mother during their extended illnesses.

After retirement, he spent many enjoyable hours with his wife, children, grandchildren and uncle, Floyd.

He is survived by wife, Peggy Danette Ware Ozment whom he married June 7, 1975, in Rome; sons, Brian Ozment, of Ellijay; Justin Ozment (Amanda), of Rome; grandchildren, Austin Ozment (Amy), of Newnan, Madison Ozment, of Ellijay; Kalei Grace Ozment, Elliana Faith Ozment, Bethany Kate Ozment, all of Rome; great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Mae Ozment, Corbin Daniel Ozment, Jaxson Thomas Ozment, all of Newnan; sisters, Wilma Lee Griffin, of Land O Lakes, Fla., Janice Hall, of Eton; uncle, Floyd Ozment; and aunt, Geraldine Turner.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Beech Creek United Methodist Church with the Rev. Brian Butler officiating.

A graveside service and interment followed at the Flat Branch Baptist Church.

Donations can be made to the Beech Creek United Methodist Church.

Good Shepherd Funeral Home, Rome, was in charge of  arrangements.