February 20, 1949 – January 8, 2026
On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Daniel L. Humphrey, Jr., 76, of Bainbridge, buck danced his way through the pearly gates of Heaven.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Bainbridge First Methodist Church with Pastor Steve Brooks officiating. A private interment will be held at Oak City Cemetery with Dan’s grandchildren, Lance Roberts, and Carl Ingram serving as active pallbearers.
The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Online visitors may sign the guest register at www.bryantfuneralga.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Celebrate Recovery, PO Box 863, Bainbridge, GA 39818.
Daniel Lamar Humphrey, Jr. was born February 20, 1949, in Bainbridge, GA, the son of D. Lamar “Molly” & Janette Powell Humphrey. He was a graduate of Bainbridge High School, Class of 1967. He began working before he was a teenager running a paper route and at Southern Auto, later ITT Plastics, a fish route, GA Industries for the Blind, and little of this and that. Dan was a deacon and active member of Beulah Thomas Church.
Dan Humphrey had an entrepreneurial spirit that thrived in whatever circle he was in. He loved people, sharing his stories and their stories, riding the river and dirt roads, wrestling alligators, and rocking on the porch. He gave his life to plenty of food, fun, and fellowship but also steered others towards Jesus. Dan’s ministry was in the streets and through Celebrate Recovery. Any cat with nine lives has plenty of stories to tell. This cat outlived his nine plus a few more. Volumes could be written and will certainly be shared with generations. Know that without a doubt a legend has joined the angels in Heaven.
Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Cynthia Blackmon Humphrey; his children, Vickie & Mitch Parker, Mickie Lindsey, Dee & Chelsie Humphrey, Gary & Jill Braswell, and Chad Braswell; his grandchildren, Drex, Seth, Gabe & Ansley, Dani & Jesse, MollyJaymes, L.D., Lauren & Jonah, Tanner, Kayla & Doug, Jessie & Jackson, and Tyler; his great-grandchildren, John Ryan, John Harlan, Eisley Claire, Anniston, Harrison, Brooklyn, Blakely, Emoree, and Brayden; his sisters, Flora Humphrey, Alicia McComb, and Carolyn Newberry; and family that extended beyond blood kin. Dan was preceded in death by his parents.
Legends are born every day but many times they are legends only in their own right. He always said, “Me & Jesus got this worked out” and today is the beginning of his story in eternity.
Bryant Funeral Home, located at 105 N. Florida Street, is assisting the family with arrangements. (229-246-3321)
We lost a classic today when we lost Dan. May he rest well in the Lord’s arms and enjoy his peace.
Dan will be missed, may his memory endure eternally.
Got a chance to chat with him not long ago. He was very kind. I send my deepest sympathy to his family and friends. He surely will be missed. Rest in Peace now and forevermore,Heaven has gained a good one.
I am so sorry to hear this! Dan was one of the first people to welcome me when I started going to Beulah Thomas. He will be remembered with warm memories. I am praying for peace for his family 🙏🙏🙏
So sorry praying for you all
He was a very loved man. I loved him very much. I had talked to him a few months back. We talked for 30 minutes and it was the best time but I’ve had a long time. I haven’t seen Mr. Dan for a while. I’ll always love him and I will miss him dearly Heath Sandlin.
He was an understanding landlord
I loved Mr Humprey, he expressed his love and generosity every time he would come to the Bainbridge clinic, his presence light up the office every time he would walk through the door, we took a big lost, we Love you Mr Humprey, but God loved you more cont to Sleep in Peace until we meet again❤️
RIP Daniel Godspeed