Mr. Cecil Audell Antwine, Jr.

Cecil Audell Antwine, Jr., age 84, of Toccoa, Georgia, beloved father, husband, and brother, entered into God’s Kingdom on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville.

Born July 23, 1940 in Aiken, S.C., Cecil was the son of the late Cecil Audell Sr. and Ruby Jewell Lucas Antwine.

Cecil lived a life deeply rooted in his unwavering faith in God. He loved studying the Word and was always eager to share the truth of the Gospel with those around him. His life was a living testimony to the love, grace, and wisdom of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Cecil exemplified what it meant to walk in faith.

One of his great passions was researching his ancestry and tracing his family tree. He spent countless hours uncovering family history, preserving the legacy of those who came before him, and passing on stories that might otherwise have been forgotten. His dedication to understanding and honoring his heritage reflected the same devotion he gave to every part of his life—his faith, his family, and his purpose.

He proudly served his country as a United States Marine Corps veteran, and he carried the values of honor, duty, and service with him throughout his life.

He will be remembered most for his deep love for God and family.

Cecil is survived by his wife, Susie Davenport Barrett Antwine; son, Lance Antwine (Dana); daughter, Shaune Escoe (Rowdy); stepsons, Kevin Barrett (Pam) and Chris Barrett (Ginger); grandchildren, Zachary Escoe, Austin Antwine (Logan), Spencer Escoe, Kaylee Milner (Bradley), and Ty Barrett (Hailey); and great-grandchildren, Greyson, Wesley, and Hudson.

He is also survived by his siblings: Barbara Jones (Harold), Ray Antwine (Peggy), Jimmy Antwine (Gail), Mary McComb, Linda Spell (Jeffery), and Avelene Mahan (Charlie); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Cecil Antwine, Sr., and Ruby Lucas Antwine; and his sisters, Madeline Andrews and Betty Balliew.

A celebration of his life and faith will be held at Clarkesville Church of God on Wednesday June 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Tiim Tanner, Rev. Harold Jones and Rev. Tim Garrett officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.

A graveside service will follow at Stephens Memorial Gardens in Toccoa, with Rev. Ralph Goss officiating. Military Honors provided by the United State Marine Corps.

The following gentlemen will serve as pallbearers: Zach Escoe, Austin Antwine, Spencer Escoe, Ty Barrett, Kevin Barrett, and Chris Barrett.

 Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers and sign the online guestbook at www.whitlockmortuary.net.

 Whitlock Mortuary, Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family of Mr. Cecil Audell Antwine, Jr.