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Sunrise: August 31, 1938 Sunset January 13, 2017 
Saturday January 21, 2017 
1:00PM 
Historic '^feasant ^'^ssionary Qhuvch 
1268 Mt. Pleasant Road 
ClaxtonGA 30417 
Officiating / Eulogist 
Rev. Earl L. Calloway - St. Stephens Missionary Baptist 
Church - East Point GA 
Moody Funeral Home 
201 Church Street * Claxton GA 30417 
 
Alonzo (Lonzie) Oglesby was bom to the late Douse & 
Etta Oglesby in Claxton GA on August 31, 1938. 
Known as (Lonzie & Lonzo) was a farmer for many 
years. A man known as one who had nine lives. He 
encountered many close calls during his life, but with the 
grace of God he survived. A man who never complained 
even after he became ill. He was a trooper to the end. 
He could always bring you laughter when you talked 
with him. He would pretend he knew what you were 
talking about, even if he didnt. He created a dance called 
the Lonzo, with his own special moves. He was a joy to 
be with. 
Lonzie lived with his Sister Bereatha for several years in 
Savannah GA, prior to moving to Fort Lauderdale with 
Sister Helen, who took care of him until his departure on 
January 13*^. 
He was proceeded in death by three brothers; Emitt, J.D. 
(Claxton) and Rogers (Ft. Lauderdale), one sister: 
Bereatha Calloway (Savannah). 
He leaves to cherish his memories two sisters: Lola 
Houser (George), Helen Holmes. Two Sisters-in-Law, 
Viola and Grace, one Brother-in-law, Earnest Holmes. A 
host of Nephews, Nieces and friends who will miss him 
dearly. 
The Lonzo dance will continue to be our dance, and will 
always be done in memory of him. 
Qvdzr Of Service 
Processional 
Presiding............Pastor Michael P. Dickerson 
Prayer 
Scriptures 
Old Testament................Rev. Jerry Harden 
New Testament...........Rev. Raymond Williams 
Song Selection............Historic Mt. Pleasant 
Missionary Baptist Church 
Reflections: 2 Minutes Please 
As A Niece.......................Froline Goree 
As A Nephew..................Edward Oglesby 
As A Great Nephew............Adolphus Oglesby 
Selection.................Historic Mt. Pleasant 
Missionary Baptist Church 
Eulogy....................Rev. Earl L. Calloway 
St. Stephens MBC 
Recessional 
2 5 ref ysafms 
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me 
to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still 
waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of 
righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk 
through the valley of the shadow of death, 1 will fear no 
evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort 
me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of 
mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup 
runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me 
all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the 
house of the Lord for ever 
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^^qffbearcrs: 
Charles Oglesby 
Edward Oglesby 
Adolphus Oglesby Sr. 
Adolphus Oglesby Jr. 
Lavon Oglesby 
Gregory Holmes 
interment 
Hagan Chapel Cemetery 
Claxton, GA 
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Historic Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church 
1268 Mt. Pleasant Road 
Claxton, GA 30417 
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The Family of Alonzo Oglesby wishes to acknowledge 
with heartfelt appreciation your telephone calls, cards 
comforting expressions of sympathy and all other acts of 
kindness during our time of bereavement 
The Family 
Funeral Arrangements Entrusted To; 
Me White's Funeral Home 
3501 W. Broward Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 
Funeral Arrangements Entrusted To: 
Moody Funeral Home 
201 Church Street * Claxton, GA 30417