Feb. 23, 1959 - July 22, 2024
Burke “Gibson” Whitehurst Jr., went to be with his Lord on Monday, July 22, 2024. A private committal service took place at Elam Baptist Church Cemetery. A memorial service was held to celebrate his life on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at High Point Church, 2963 Hollis Road, Macon, GA 31206; Pastor Trey Dickerson officiated; and all were encouraged to attend.
Gibson was born on February 23, 1959, in Macon, Georgia to Ms.
Mary G. Whitehurst and the late Mr. Burke Gibson Whitehurst, Sr.
Gibson was a devoted Christian who loved his Lord. He attended services regularly at High Point Church in Macon.
He was a 1977 graduate of Jones County High School and went on to study at Mercer University.
Gibson was a successful entrepreneur. He was the owner partner of The Macon Casket Company and Statesboro Casket Company for 39 years and the former owner of Mad Co Auto Sales and Re-builders.
Gibson is survived by his mother, Mary G. Whitehurst; sisters, Ellie (Herb) Pennington, Gail Funderburk, Carol (Frank) Wylie; brother, Martin (Susan) Whitehurst and many nephews and nieces.
Friends may sign the online register at www. fairhavenmacon.com Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services has the honor of being entrusted with arrangements.
