Reece "Tally" Coody

Reece “Tally” Coody – 89
Of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta. He was born on October 24, 1933, in Troupeville, Georgia to the late William and Jimmie Lee Tomberlin Coody. He served his country proud in the United States Air Force for over 24 years - two tours in Vietnam and retired as Master Sergeant. He was a proud husband and absolute legend of a daddy and papa with an unwavering dedication to his family. He enjoyed listening to country music and taking care of his cats: Lucy and Billy. He was a member of Swilley Hill Church of God where he made many lasting friendships. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Betty Maxine Gay Coody; Seymour Coody; Sister, Norma Jean Coody.
Survivors include his son, Michael Glynn Coody of Leesburg, GA; daughter, Lori Coody (Devlin “Bubba” Rowland) of Valdosta, Georgia; grandchildren: Johnathan Glynn Coody (Jessika), Michael Ross Coody (Ashley); great Grandchildren: Emily, Brayden, Grayson, Brooklyn; sister, Jimmie Lee Bale of Gray, Georgia and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, August 7, 2023, in the chapel of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at www.musicfuneralservices.com . The Coody family is being cared for by the caring and compassionate staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta.