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Obituary For Bobby Lee Upshaw
Mr. Bobby Lee Upshaw, 64, of Columbus, GA passed on Thursday, July 9, 2026 in Decatur, GA.
Funeral service will be 11:30 a.m. EST, Wednesday, July 22, 2026 in the C.T Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Keith James, eulogist. Interment will be in Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m EST according to Taylor Funeral Home, Inc.
Bobby Lee Upshaw, Jr. was born October 6, 1961, in Muscogee County, Georgia to the late Reverend Bobby Lee Upshaw, Sr. and the late Flora T. Upshaw.
He departed his earthly life on Thursday July 9, 2026 in Decatur, GA. He was the fifth of seven children. He accepted Christ at an early age and united with Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church in Seale, AL.
He was a graduate of Spencer High School class of 1979 where he was involved in several athletic programs. He excelled in football and track. He played various positions in football and ran several events in track. He furthered his education to receiving a Master's degree.
He joined the United States Marine Corps at the age of 17. He was a part of the Lebanese War and Operation Desert Shield. He ended military services with the rank of Staff Sergeant. After military services he continued employment with Federal Express. He was also an Educator in various schools and worked various positions in the medical field.
He accepted his call into the ministry in 1998. He was ordained and licensed by his father, the late Rev. B.L. Upshaw, Sr. He was the founder and Pastor of Greater Grace Church in Columbus, GA. He was united in holy matrimony to Genevin Ortaleza in 1981. This union was blessed with three children.
He had a creative soul. He loved sports, and playing musical instruments. He had a terrific sense of humor. He loved to laugh and play jokes. He was a mentor in community for several children. He loved and supported family in every aspect.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. B.L. Upshaw, Sr. and Flora T. Upshaw; brother, Ernest Upshaw, and a sister, Cora Lee Long.
He leaves to cherish his memories, the mother of his children, Genevin Upshaw of Atlanta, GA; a devoted daughter, Keyatasha Upshaw of Lawrenceville, GA; two sons: Sidney Upshaw of Seattle, WA, Joshua (Billie) Upshaw of Atlanta, GA ; two grandchildren: Daelyn Emanuel of Lawrenceville, GA, Madison Upshaw of Atlanta, GA; one brother, Breck (Katrina) Upshaw, of Montgomery, AL; three sisters, Minister Earnestine Crowell of Phenix, City, AL, Flora (Ronald) Williams of Seale, AL, Evangelist Linda (Ronnie) Johnson of Columbus, GA; one uncle, David Harold of Atlanta, GA; one aunt, Frances Butler of Cleveland, OH; a lifelong friend Leroy (Debra) McCaskey of Montgomery, AL; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.
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Annie Highland sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Bobby Lee Upshaw - July 16, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to the Upshaw family. Bro. Upshaw was my youth pastor, and I will always be grateful for the impact he had on my life. I am praying that God grants your family strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead. His legacy of faith will never be forgotten.
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Sending my condolences and prayers to Bobby's family and friends for comfort and peace. In memory, 7th Street childhood friend. - Toni Booth-Comer
Sending sincere condolences to the family of Pastor Bobby Upshaw. He will be missed and fondly remembered for his congenital wit and charismatic charm, loving smile. Always, Ann
Hello Friends & Family. I know this is a difficult time for all of you. Death is a sting, it really hurts. We hear so many scriptures talking about death. The scripture brings out at Psalms 37:9-11; 29 brings out how we will be resurrected and live forever upon the earth. True, we want to hug our dear loved ones now, but we have to wait patiently to see them again, only Jehovah will decide when that day will be. Another scripture at Rev 21:3,4 talks how death will be anymore either will pain. Isn't that very comforting to hear? I'm sure it is. For more information regarding this topic or any other Questions, please visit our website. WWW. JW.ORG
My sincere condolences to the Upshaw Family. Praying without ceasing for strength 🙏 Your Spencer High classmates will miss you at the class reunion but we'll see you at the Heavenly Reunion. Rest in Power classmate 💚💛
Bobby Lee Upshaw, man this is a rough one right here. We offer our condolences to Bobby's family. Man, gone to soon. But there is no more pain. I will miss you my friend. So until we meet again. I love you Bobby.
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Sending our cousins The Upshaw Family condolences on behalf of Bobby Upshaw. We love you all with our whole hearts and soul may Bobby rest In Gods divine Paradise.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Upshaw family. May God give you his strength and peace during this time and in the days to come. Bobby will be missed but his presence remains in the lives he touched! With sympathy, Regina Crittenden Mitchell
Lee was more than a friend or neighbor, he was more like a brother and he will be missed.
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