Jack Marion Register

Mr. Jack Marion Register, age 74, died peacefully at home on Sunday, January 27, 2019 following a long illness. He is survived by his wife of over 55 years, Carolyn Lowe Register of Laurel, MS; daughter, Lisa Hunter of Laurel, MS; son, Robert Register and wife Melissa of Rockmart, GA; and daughter, Jennifer Sapp and husband Scott of Patterson, GA; seven grandchildren, Keith Hunter and wife Jessica, C. J. Hunter, Lauren Hunter,Katlyn Register, Emilee Register, Brett Sapp and Allyson Sapp; one great-granddaughter expected to arrive in June and a brother, Burly D. Register. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nona Lee Jones and Harvey Clark (Tobe) Register; two brothers, Ray Register and Harvey Lee Register and a sister, Beatrice Burns. He was born February 17, 1944 to Tobe and Nona Lee Jones Register of the Powers Community. He attended Powers School, Ellisville High School and graduated in 1962 from George S. Gardiner High School in Laurel, MS. He earned an Associate degree from Jones Junior College and completed courses toward a Bachelor's degree at University of Southern Mississippi. Jack worked as a banker for most of his career and completed banking certificates from LSU, University of Mississippi, and University of Wisconsin. In addition, he served in the Army Reserves from 1966-1972. Most recently, he worked as a Licensed Water Operator with Powers Water Association. He enjoyed life to the fullest and always seemed to find the good in situations and people. Even in his last days, he had a way of encouraging others and his wit would always bring a smile. He loved being outdoors, taking his grandchildren fishing, traveling to Georgia to see his family, woodworking, playing harmonica and spending time on his tractor. He was a man of many talents and created furniture for his home and special gifts for his family. A life-long member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Jack loved his church and was a deacon and treasurer for many years. Visitation will be held at Memory Chapel in Laurel, MS on Tuesday, January 29 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and the funeral will be held on Wednesday, January 30 at 2:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church. Pall Bearers will be his grandsons Keith Hunter, C.J. Hunter and Brett Sapp, and nephews Brian Taylor, Anthony Register and Cole Taylor. To sign the online guest book, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Jack Marion Register

February 17, 1944 - January 27, 2019