George John Faz
George John Faz of Crawford passed away peacefully at his home at 4:43 a.m. Thursday, July 17, surrounded by his loved ones. A devoted husband, father, friend and professional, John leaves behind a legacy of excellence and integrity.
John was born in San Antonio, Texas on Jan. 31, 1946 to Corrine Vargas Faz and George Faz. During his childhood, John’s father moved his family across the U.S. and overseas.
After graduation from Baker High School in Columbus, Georgia, John was accepted to the University of Georgia. Upon graduation from UGA, John married Carolyn Virginia Bryant on Aug. 16, 1969, at Salem Baptist Church in Lexington.
Their long adventure, which began at Salem that day, moved them from there to Oklahoma. John’s linguistic talents opened additional doors. They moved from there to Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, and then back to UGA.
In 1974, John joined the DEA. He rose through the agency to become a polygraph examiner, and by 1996, worked for the Office of International Operations. John had served as SAC for Spain, Portugal, and the Canary Islands before retirement in Washington D.C. in 1996. Each year he worked for the agency, John earned multiple commendations. Throughout his career, John was respected for his expertise, leadership, and commitment to service and upholding the law.
After retirement, John accepted contract work with private companies and government agencies. Toward the end of his working career, John served as code enforcement officer for Oglethorpe County.
John is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren and his siblings: Amanda Faz Parker and Danny Parker; Margaret Faz Perry; Emily Faz Crumbley and Curtis Crumbley; William Robert Perry; Christopher John Perry; Georgia Knox Parker; Addison Virginia Crumbley; Mary Faz Lehman, Michael A. Faz, and Joseph M. Faz, including their spouses and families.
John’s memorial service will be held at Salem Baptist Church in Lexington at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 26, with visitation immediately preceding, from 10-11 a.m.
If anyone wishes to make a remembrance in honor of John, donations to the Athens Area Humane Society, 1030 Mitchell Bridge Road, Athens GA, 30606 would be appreciated.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Home, East is in charge of arrangements.