W.H. Mays Mortuary | Augusta, GA

Obituary For Reverend Dr. Johnny R. Hatney

Augusta, Georgia-Reverend Dr. Johnny R. Hatney entered into rest Thursday, November 4, 2021.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 53 years Joyce: daughter Taura; sisters Delois Trotty and Emmogene Battle; brothers Willie Hatney, Jr., and Charlie Hatney and a host of dear friends, nieces and nephews. Dr. Hatney was preceded in death by his son Byron on November 4, 2007.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, November vember 11, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Bell Auditorium, 712 Telfair Street, Augusta, GA 30901. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park

Services will be live stream: maysmortuaryfacebook.com

Viewing will be held Wednesday, November 10, 2021 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Good Hope Missionarv Baptist Church, 710 E. Cedar Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 Masks are required for service and viewing.

W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706)722-6401.

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Cousin Joyce and Cousin Tara, I have talked with Cousin Rev. Dr.Johnny Ray often over the years. I saw him on the campus of Paine College while I was attending. I called him periodically. Mom had me to check up on him as well. Each would inquire about the other. His wisdom was amazing. My late father had mentioned that Cousin was one of the persons that he had wished he had gotten the chance to interview regarding his doctoral dissertation on the Black Church. It is my prayer that God will grant you comfort, strength and peace. Continue to hold on to your faith. Love, the Philpot,Green and Dawson families. . . Cousin Susan Dawson.

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Mrs. Hatney and Tara, may the Lord keep you safe under His wings as you begin to navigate this new existence, may you be surrounded by beautiful memories and love. My sincere condolences to the family. Marie Johnson

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My deepest heartfelt condolences and prayers are extended to Joyce and the Hatney family during this, your time of bereavement. May you be blessed with strength to endure. Constance Lewis Pauling (Your former co-worker in Aiken Joyce)

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My deepest heartfelt condolences and prayers are extended to the Hatney family during this, your time of bereavement.

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A great man of wisdom is gone but not forgotten!😘 The Merritt's of Rochester, NY

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We will miss his words of wisdom and his laugh!

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My sincere condolences to you and your family during this time. Rev. Hatney, left an awesome legacy and mark on this world. He was truly one and a million. All the time spent and prayers for our family was always greatly appreciated. I know God said, "Well Done" to you sir. May God provide comfort now and forever. Barbara Owens and Family

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We're praying for Joyce, Taura and the Hatney family. Our families met at Macedonia Baptist Church on Laney-Walker Blvd. in the early 70s. Rev. Hatney, Joyce and I were part of the Robert Lamar Choir with Joseph Jennings as Choir Master. When Rev. Hatney would sing, usually the choir would be the 1st ones in tears. Those were the days. Rest in Peace Rev. Hatney. Helen Williams Griffin, Dawn, D & Pierce.

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My fondest memory of Rev. Johnny Hatney is sitting with him and one of his friends Rev. George Brightharp during a lunch meeting regarding the Paine College UNCF Scholarship Challenge. Rev Hatney committed $7,500 for the cause, and so did Rev. Brightharp pledged $7,500. Throughout the meeting, Rev. Hatney joked and entertained us (Alexis Tubman was also present). I learned during that encounter that Rev. Hatney was a giant force, a beacon of light, a change agent. His sense of humor lifted my spirit. He will be missed by the Paine College Family and the Augusta Community. I am praying for Taura and his wife Joyce. We love and adore Rev. Hatney and wish him Godspeed. HELENE CARTER OF PAINE COLLEGE

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It was an honor and a pleasure to serve with Reverend Hatney during our time in office together. I always respected his wisdom and his willingness to serve. Through the years we developed a deep bond of friendship and his sense of humor was infectious and often made difficult days easier. I share my deepest sympathies with his family, his loved ones and his congregation and Malisa and I will keep you lifted up in prayer in the wake of this great man's passing. Deke Copenhaver

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My fondest memories of Rev Hatney began at Macedonia Baptist Church. I loved to hear him sing."I didn't have no doubt" was one of my favorites other among other songs. Additionally, I remember my brother & I riding to the youth convention with he & his family. My heart was truly saddened to hear of his passing and my prayers go out to the family. May God's sustaining power grant you peace during this difficult time. Rita (Lee) Washigton

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We offer our deepest sympathy to the Hatney's family. We pray that God will comfort you as you mourn your love one. We pray for the entire church family as they grieve the passing of their beloved pastor. Rev. Drs. Albert & Dorothy James, Second Providence Baptist Church, North Augusta, SC

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My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Hatney. I'm lost for words, but will forever remember his words of wisdom, wise counsel and the laughter. The Hatney family will always have a special impact in mt heart. A. Washington

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Deepest sympathy to the family of Reverend Hatney and the Good Hope Baptist Church. Rev. Hatney was a great preacher, teacher and leader. He knew how to relate to people from every walk of life. It was my honor to be a part of his leadership classes when he taught in the State Congress of Christian Education, and when we saw each other we shared wonderful conversations and joyful humor. Truly a great individual to be around. Our prayers to his family and his beloved church during this season of grief. Deacon Gregory Lattany Brunswick. GA

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Deepest sympathy The loss of Rev Hatney is such an impact on the entire community. Your memories will be forever. The Sullivan & Striggles Families

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My fondest memories of Rev Hatney began at Macedonia Baptist Church. I loved to hear him sing."I didn't have no doubt" was one of my favorites other among other songs. Additionally, I remember my brother & I riding to the youth convention with he & his family. My heart was truly saddened to hear of his passing and my prayers go out to the family. May God's sustaining power grant you peace during this difficult time.

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To the Hatney family, May God comfort you during this difficult time. My family and I will always keep our memories of Rev. Hatney close to our hearts. He married my husband and I in 2005 and baptized my children. May God Bless you. Love Rocky &Julia Thomas. Vincent, John, Marty, and Patrick Scott

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My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family, friends and Church members. Thank you Rev. Dr Hatney for your service in this city. Thank you for being a light to many family and friends. We love you so rest in heaven with the other saints that has gone before you.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Mary Stallings ClarkeHQG

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Our deepest condolences to the Haynes Family. Rev. Hatney will be greatly missed. Rest in Heavenly Peace The Murray Family.

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With our deepest sympathy for you and your family at this difficult time. Rev Hatney was truly a spiritual father and the 25 years as our pastor he has truly been a blessing. May God keep you and comfort you. With deepest sympathy. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽Carol , Carmesia, and Dj Smith

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Prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time for the family. Good Hope will never be the same. Take your rest in the arms of God Rev. Hatney. Mary Screen & Family

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Deep condolences and prayers to the family of Rev. Hatney. You will be greatly missed by your immediate family, church family and the city of Augusta. Rest in Paradise...Rev. Hatney....you did what God wanted you to do here on this earth. Horace & Beverly Thomas Stone Mountain, Georgia

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Our deepest condolences. Prayers for peace & comfort during this difficult time. Tracey & Angie Gamble

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My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Rev. Dr. Johnny Hatney along with the Good Hope Church family and many friends he's made along his journey. A wonderful soul who has transitioned to be with the Lord. May your soul RIP Rev. Hatney. Such an Awesome man of God! Ms. Eva Hurt Hawes and family

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My thoughts and prayers are with Rev. Hatney's family, Good Hope Church family and many friends. RIP Rev. Dr. Hatney

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Our prayers are truly with Mrs Joyce, Taura and the Hatney family. Rev Hatney was not only my pastor when we lived in Augusta but also a friend and I stayed in touch with him often. I dont have enough space to tell how he blessed and helped my family but all i can say in this small space is that we lost a true man of God and a true caring person. We loved Rev Hatney and his family I for one will sincerely sincerely miss him. Our last communication we had was in August 2021 and he said "he would do his best to call me that evening". The call never came but i continued to text him up until November 2nd. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. I along with so many many others will surely miss my friend and pastor Rev JR Hatney. I love you sir ! Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Robert and Jeri Godhigh

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I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Rev. Dr. Hatney. I've known him most of my life as I grew up in the General Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia. I remember coming to Good Hope as a Georgia Southern University student and doing music concerts. I certainly loved him and his beautiful spirit! Stay encouraged family!

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Praying for the family. Rev. Hatney was a pillar in our community and he will be missed. Vernell West Dent and Family

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Mrs. Hatney, we are saddened to have learned of your husband's passing. We did not have the pleasure of meeting him but know that he was a great man of God. You were such a blessing to us at NAMS; your beautiful, smiling face brightened our days. Praying that the Great Comforter will wrap His arms around you and comfort you, Liza Killough and Laurel (Killough) Canipe

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Praying for the HATNEY FAMILY, THE McRae family.

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To the Hatney Family, I was saddened to hear that Rev. Hatney had gone to his heavenly home. My prayers are with you all and I hope you find peace and comfort at this time. God bless, James D. Bostick

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Richard, Diane, and Justin Butler send our condolences to the family. He was one of the Harris family leaders and I have the utmost respect for him as a man of God, a family man, and a great cousin.

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The Ingram family would like to express our sincere condolences. Keeping you all in prayer 🙏🏽

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My deepest condolences to Sis Joyce and the Good Hope Church Family. I sat under this Great Man of God for many years and my heart is very heavy. Thank you for being who you were to me, I'll see you in the morning.

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Our prayers are with The Entire Hatney Family and friends.

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My deepest sympathy to Sis. Joyce Hatney and the family. My Fondest memories of Dr. Hatney is having to always make him a cd with jazz music. Whenever Dr. Hatney saw me whether at a church service, asking kin folks about me or he see me out in the street. He would always say, "You know I waiting on my jazz cd". After I make one and send it to him he would always say that the cd was so great and how much he thoroughly enjoyed it. I thank God I had the opportunity to share contemporary jazz with such a great man. RIP Dr. Hatney, Emory Bennett

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Uncle Johnny you were truly one of a kind. You will truly be missed. This is a great loss for our family and community. A lot of us would not be where we are if it wasn't for His generosity. My Love to everyone. Chantele Battle Boston

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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