Roy Tanner,

Jr.

Roy Tanner, Jr., 60, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday - March 23, 2026.

A Memorial Service will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home on Saturday - March 28, 2026 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Robert Fletcher officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm in the funeral home chapel.

Roy was born in Perry, FL on November 28, 1965 to the late Roy E. Tanner, Sr., and Bonnie Logue Barlow, who survives. He was a graduate of Thomas County Central High School – Class of 1983. Roy was known for having a big heart. He was caring, loving, and kind, all the way around. He loved watching football, playing cards, and playing chess with his brothers. He will always be remembered in the hearts of those who loved him.

He is survived by; his son, Noah Tanner of Thomasville, mother, Bonnie Barlow of Thomasville, brothers, Richard Tanner of Valdosta, GA, Danny Allred (Kim) of Dallas, TX, Billy Barlow (Bobbie) of Thomasville, Mike Barlow of Pitts, GA, and David Barlow "Doodle" (Tammy) of Perry, FL, sister-in-law, Amanda Collier of Thomasville, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by; his wife, Sara Tanner.