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Henry
Whitfield
Jan 15, 1965 — Oct 31, 2026
Buchanan, Georgia
Wednesday
Martin & Hightower Funeral Home
5:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)
He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, particularly spending time outdoors and working with his hands.
Mr. Henry Whitfield, age 62, of Buchanan, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Emory Decatur Hospital.
Born on January 15, 1964, in Wewahitchka, Florida, Mr. Whitfield was the son of the late Joseph Weldon Whitfield and Bernice Lee Whitfield.
Henry was a hardworking man who spent much of his life in the poultry industry, dedicating 20 years of service to Griffith Farms. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, particularly spending time outdoors and working with his hands. Whether tending to a project or enjoying the peace and quiet of the outdoors, Henry found satisfaction in staying busy and making the most of each day.
Above all, Henry's life was centered around the people he loved. He treasured his family and the memories they made together. His hardworking spirit and the love he shared with those closest to him will be remembered by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Chris and David Glass.
Survivors include his sons, Dustin Whitfield and his significant other, Hannah Gabriel, and Kris Whitfield and his wife, Kalee; his grandchildren, Keaton, Kooper, Paisley and Drake; his sister, Teresa Williams; and his nephew, Evan Williams and his wife, Cara.
The family will receive friends at Martin & Hightower Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
A graveside service will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 10 AM CT at the Buckhorn Cemetery in Wewahitchka, Florida.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made by calling the funeral home at 770-836-1466.
Messages of condolence may be shared with the family at www.martin-hightower.com. Martin & Hightower Heritage Chapel is honored to serve the Whitfield family.
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