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Obituary For Dennis Wayne Vaughn, Sr.
Mr. Dennis W. Vaughn, Sr., 63, of Phenix City, AL died Sunday, May 14, 2023 in Phenix City, AL.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. EST, Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Franchise Missionary Baptist Church, Dr. Raymond Cochran, pastor,officiating; Rev. Ernest Snead, IV, eulogist. Interment to follow in Lakeview Memory Gardens. Visitation is Friday May 19, 2023 from 12-5 p.m. EST.
Mr. Vaughn known to many as βManManβ was born February 16, 1960 to George Miller, Sr. and Georgia M. Vaughn. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Mr. Lonnie.
He attended Mother Mary Mission and Phenix City Public Schools. He graduated from Central High School in 1978.
He accepted Christ early in life at Grace Temple AOH. Later he joined Faithful Missionary Baptist Church where he was part of the Parking Lot Ministry. He was employed and retired from Kellogg's. Post retirement he worked with the Russell County Coroner's Office.
Dennis was called the βPit Masterβ by his family and friends. He also received the bragging rights for winning the White Water Classic Cook Off for his famous BBQ. He was told by one of the judges that those were some of the best ribs they had ever had. As most of you know, that was all he needed to hear.
He was preceded in death by his father, George Miller, Sr. and stepfather, Lonnie Luckerson, Sr.
He leaves to cherish his memories his mother, Georgia M. Luckerson; two sons, Dennis W. Vaughn, Jr. (Erica) and James Christopher Vaughn; four sisters, Gloria J. Sanders, Debbie Long, Sandy Cofield and Vickie L. Perry (Elijah); three brothers, Ronnie Luckerson, Sr. (Sylvia), Abraham Luckerson (Linda) and George Miller, Jr.; five grandchildren, Kayleb, Malachi, Jasiah, Erin and Kaedence; two devoted friends, Cathy Radford and Faith Lee; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Patricia Vaughn sent Ocean Devotion for Dennis Wayne Vaughn, Sr. - May 19, 2023
Love in Christ Willie Jr. and Patricia Vaughn
Patricia Cunningham sent The Peace Lily for Dennis Wayne Vaughn, Sr. - May 17, 2023
I'm so glad I had a chance to know your brother. He and his ribs/sauce were SPECIAL!!! Both will be so sorely missed.
Pat Cunningham
So sorry for your loss. You have my deepest condolences. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Lillie Walden
A gentleman you were my friend. The fond memories I have of you will be in my heart forever. Rest peacefully, Dennis. πU ....Pam Williams Solomon
To Mrs Luckerson and family. I was very sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. I knew him as Man Man. He was a very nice young man. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. In time, I hope you feel better. Shirley Ficklin
Deepest condolences to the family!! Dennis you truly blessed our lives with your infectious laughter & joy . . . Can't ask for more. We're going to miss the "Crimson Tide" game day banter! Know you will frown at this , but Go "Bucks!!! Love in Christ foreverππ½ Catherine & Ike
My thoughts and prayers are with the Vaughn family during this time of loss. Mary Simmons
Thoughts and prayes for the family of Dennis. It was truly a joy working with him. Rest in Heaven. Mary Simmons
Faye Vaughn Ingram & Family I forgot to put my name the 10th comment
To my family, I was so sad to read about ManMan passing, even though I knew he had been sick. No more pain, may he rest now. Praying for strength,comfort and peace A special prayer for "Shag" his children,and siblings. With much love, deepest sympathy. So sorry for ur loss RTR πππ β€β€β€ππΏππΏππΏπππ
To Dennis Family, My heart is heavy today, and I know yours is too. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Ronnie Pickett
Thoughts & Prayers For The Vaughn Family- Joseph & Wanda Shanks ( Kellogg's)
I offer my love and condolence to the entire family of ManMan during this time and the days to come. TMAJackson
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. My love for you all is unconditionally. Man- Man was truly be missed.I know he's in heaven talking about ALABAMA "ROLL TIDE". Rest on my brother. Doris and Dominique Franklin
Dennis. My heart was sad to see you had passed. When we see each other in passing you greet me with a smile. Going to school and living life in Phenix City is good memories. My prayers and thoughts are with your family. What a nice friend to have had in my life. Rest In Peace my friend. Class of 1976 Doris Ingersoll and my sister Juanita Ingersoll Class of 1977.
Love you Dennis π
My deepest condolences π and praying ππ½ for the family. Dennis was a fun guy to work with and be around. I'm going to miss that BBQ sauce you use to make. I have never not seen him without a smile on his face. You will certainly be missed DV. You fought a good fight my friend, now it's time for you to rest in the bosom of our Heavenly Father. Till we meet again. Forever in our hearts β€οΈ. Love β€οΈ always. Rita & Josh Blanding Sr
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