Gregory Lamar

Flakes

Mr. Gregory Lamar Flakes was born on September 14, 1956, to Henry W. Flakes and Hattie M. Flakes in Chicago, Illinois. He received his formal education at Dunbar Vocational Career Academy in Chicago, Illinois.

Mr. Gregory accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age. He was of the Seven Day Adventist faith. He was employed by Walmart as a Customer Service Representative. In his leisure time he enjoyed watching football, and spending time with his family.

On Thursday, April 4, 2024, Mr. Gregory Lamar Flakes left his earthly home, to reap his just reward. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry W. Flakes and Hattie M. Flakes, and his brothers, Norman W. Flakes and Henry W. Flakes, Jr.

Mr. Gregory Lamar Flakes leaves a lasting legacy, full of loving memories, his devoted siblings, Merrick O. (Queen) Flakes, Kirk E. Flakes, Tanyaler M. Flakes, and Remell D. (Nyree) Flakes. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends that will miss him dearly.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home. A Home Going Celebration of his life will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Interment will follow in Griffin Memorial Gardens. Pastor Lamar Dewberry is the Eulogist.

"We Are Family Helping Family With Quality Affordable Services". Burden's Funeral Home, 1512 Williamson Road is in charge of arrangements. For more information please visit our website at www.burdensfuneralhome.net or call 678-603-1666.isitation for Mr. Yancey will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, from 4:00 Pm - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home