Pastor Ricky Joseph Bright, age 52 of Clarkesville, passed away on Saturday, February 29, 2020. He was born on November 2, 1967 in Aiken, South Carolina a son of the late Robert Jones and Charlotte Bright. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a genuine person and confidante to many people. He loved music, enjoyed the theatre and was a die-hard Clemson fan.

Pastor Ricky Joseph Bright pastored at Restoration Tabernacle of Georgia in Lavonia and was a certified addiction counselor.

He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Kendra E. Trimiar Bright of Clarkesville; son, Lyrick C. Bright of Flowery Branch; daughter and son-in-law, Harmoni R. & Brian A. Johnson of Flowery Branch; grandson, Jaxson Joseph Johnson; god mother, Barbara Walker of Beach Island, South Carolina; god daughter, Amaya S. Burnett of Mt. Airy; brothers, Elliott “Jr.” Bright, Kelvin Jones, Robert R. Jones; spiritual mentor, Dr. Earnest Davis; best friends, Tracy Curry of Hartwell, Kerry Crespo of Redding, Pennsylvania; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and spiritual family.

A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for 2 pm, Saturday, March 14, 2020 at Israel CME Church, 244 3rd Street, Cornelia, GA 30531 with Pastor Tracy Curry officiating.

Flowers are accepted or donations may be made in Pastor Ricky Bright’s memory to New Beginnings Ministry of Franklin County, 1258 Greater Hope Rd., Martin, Georgia 30557.

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com


McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia (706-778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.