Capt. Gene Mahathey, 72, Fayetteville, died May 12, 2009. He was a loving husband and father, as well as an avid golfer. He was retired from Delta Airlines with 32 years of service. Services were at the Carl J. Mowell chapel with Dr. Henry Jones officiating. Interment was at Holly Hill Memorial Park, Fairburn.

Survivors include his wife, Cheri Mahathey, Fayetteville; a son, Matthew Mahathey; and daughters, Michelle Howe, and Amanda Gilliard. Memorial donations may be made to Southwest Christian Hospice, 7225 Lester Rd., Union City, GA 30291. Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Fayetteville, was in charge.