Mr. Gene Moeykens, age 79, of Hazlehurst, passed away Sunday, June 07, 2026, at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida.

Mr. Gene was born on October 24, 1946, in Madison, Wisconsin to the late Ernest and Anne Moeykens, but had made Hazlehurst his home since 1987, when he came to work for Alco Control. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. Gene was a member of Philadelphia Methodist Church where he took great pride in caring for the church cemetery, a labor of love that reflected his dedication to his community and respect for those who came before him. He found great joy in helping others and was never one to shy away from hard work. He loved being outdoors, whether he was driving his tractor, mowing, baling hay, or tending to his farm animals. Singing and traveling were among his favorite pastimes, bringing him both happiness and treasured memories. Above all, he dearly loved his family.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Andy Yost.

Survivors include his wife of 36 Years, Mrs. Jackie Quarterman Moeykens of Hazlehurst; son, David (Lorianne) Moeykens of Kentucky; three daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy (Monty) Yost of Maryland, Renee (Steven) Brown of Roswell and Tonya (Tim) Cooper of Statesboro; sister, Sandy Meylor of FL.; grandchildren, Bethany Yost, Phillip Yost, Gracie Watson, Patricia Moeykens, Ashley Brown, Brandon Brown, Caitlin Cooper, and Aidan Cooper.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, June 12, 2026, at 11:00am at Philadelphia Methodist Church with Rev. Allen Hartsfield, Rev. Steven Riddle and his son, Rev. David Moeykens officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

All members of Philadelphia Methodist Church will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Brandon Brown, Aidan Cooper, Daryl Breedlove, Thomas McDew, Richard Wheeler, and Steve Underwood will serve as active pallbearers.

Musical selections will be rendered by Mr. Jimmie Ryles and Friends..

The family can be contacted at the residence, 511 Bill Quarterman Road, Hazlehurst.

Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home and the Moeykens Family are in charge of arrangements.