M.F. Riley's Funeral Home | Fairfax, SC

Obituary For Michael Gist

Augusta, GA

~OBITUARY~

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge shall give me..." II Timothy 4:7 - 8

Michael Gist was born August 13, 1959, to the late Willie V. Gist and the late Mary M. Gist in Allendale County, South Carolina. At an early age, Michael confessed Christ as his personal Savior and became a member of Greater Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. He later became a baptized member of Transfiguration Baptist Church, North Augusta, South Carolina.

He was educated in the public schools of Allendale County. Upon graduation, he attended both Nebraska University and the University University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Michael was employed with Savannah River Site for over ten years. During his tenure, he was promoted to Supervisor.

Michael was a man who was extremely intelligent. He was always a jokester. He never met a stranger. A man of great strength who truly loved his children and grandchildren, is who Michael was. Michael was an avid all around athlete.

He was joined in holy matrimony to Melanie D. Gist and this union was blessed with two children, Brittany and Michael.

On Sunday, September 6. 2020, at Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, Michael transitioned from labor to reward.

His father; Willie V. Gist and mother; Mary M. Gist will greet him as he enters his new life.

Michael leaves to cherish fond memories: (1) Daughter; Brittany (Terrence) Gist, Hephzibah, GA; (1) Son; Michael (Jamie) Gist, Kansas City, MS; (3) Grandchildren; Jamarian, Jaida, and Terrance II, all of Hephzibah, GA; (1) Sister; Marcella Gist; (1) Niece; Simone Gist; (1) Nephew; Naquan Gist; (1) Great Grand Niece; Shani Conner; (1) Great Grand Nephew; Kyler Gist; Special friend, Darlene Doe; A host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and loving friends.

"A SERVICE ABOVE SELF"

Please remember to keep the Gist family lifted in prayer.

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Guest Book

Sorry for your loss. He was a delight to know on and off the sports field!

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Gist was a fun loving, funny, and highly intelligent individual. Always will remember the great times we had carpooling to training. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family and friends.

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So sorry for the loss of your love one. Keep your hand in Gods hand.

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Michael was a classmate of mine beginning at Fairfax Elementary School. We went through school and graduated together from AF in 1978. I haven't seen Michael I don't believe since that day. I did not realize he lived so close to home. So sad he has gone so soon. He was a very nice guy and I'm sure his kindness touched many people along the way. Rest well, Michael, from your classmate, Bonnie Jo Cone (Simmons), Barnwell, SC.

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Condolences to the family of Michael Gist Praying for The Peace of God for the Family

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Condolences to the Gist family from Washington, DC. We will cherish those memories of our summers in Allendale and time spent with Michael. Artine Jones and Family

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Rest in peace my friend, condolences to the family and we will keep you in prayer. Terry Richberg and family.

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Marcella, Sending Prayers and Love to you and the family. Rena' Miller

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I am heartbroken and at a loss for words! I can hardly look at his picture without crying! Memories...that's all we have. Family we love you! Brittany and Lil Mike, you did an amazing job taking care of you Dad!

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I will never forget his laughter and always joking around. Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember. May our lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. My most heartfelt condolences, Love you Michael . "Your cousin Steve Dopson "

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Condolences to the Gist family. Mike was a dear friend of ours through all the years. We will surely miss his gentle spirit, kindness, and sense of humor. "Got nothing but love for you Man!" Rest in peace. See ya on the other side Brother. Mike & Alphia Dunbar

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Sending my deepest sympathy to the Gist family may God give yall strength during this difficult time

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Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Gist will be greatly missed, but his warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit will be remembered forever. Rest In Peace. Rodney McTeer and Family

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Sending sincere condolences and prayers. May God continue to comfort and keep you during your time of sorrow. Love and Blessings. Manuel,Ferguson, and Highsmith families

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My deepest condolences to the Gist family.Rest easy my friend. Cheryl Grant

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My condolences to the Gist family during this difficult time. Clayton Mance

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Sending prayers and condolences to the Gist family. May God continue to bless you all during this time. Rest In Heaven Mike...Chill and Levern

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Good bye my friend, it seems as if I've know you all of my life. We first met while in the band that began a friendship until the present. I will forever remember all of the good times. Rest my friend, the peace is now yours Jay Grant

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May you Rest In Peace, Big G, you were trully a friend from child hood until death, we always had fun talking with each other especially while being room mates at USC, love you Man. Curtis Lowery

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Thinking of you all, at this time of loss. Allendale County Sheriff Office

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' Brother from Another Mother, that what Michael was to me, I did not know August 13th, would be our Last conversation when I called you to wish you a Happy Birthday, when you were waiting your surgery, "There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart." Gone but Not Forgotten Catherine Love-Russell

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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