Jeffrey Steven Fordham passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Wellstar Hospital in Augusta after fighting a brave 14-month battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Funeral services will be held at Little Bethel Freewill Baptist Church in Rebie on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. A visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. followed by the funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Jeff was the youngest child of the late Jack and Imogene Fordham.  He attended Bleckley County schools and Oconee Fall Line Technical College where he obtained a certificate in welding. He lived in Rebie, GA all his life, where he was blessed with many wonderful neighbors and friends. He was employed by Easter Seals for 30 years, working in both the Eastman and Dublin offices where he held several different positions. He loved his job and his co-workers. His favorite group of people were his morning coffee buddies from Chester, with whom he shared many cups of coffee and great conversations to start his day. He truly loved his family and always looked forward to everyone getting together and sharing a meal, especially at Christmas. Some of his favorite activities were watching and keeping up with all things Atlanta Braves and Georgia Bulldogs. He could easily quote stats, trades, and knew most of the Dawgs hometowns, even from years past. Jeff was a member of Little Bethel Freewill Baptist Church.

We will miss you, Jeff. You were the most humble and loving person, and we are honored to be your siblings.

Survivors are his sister, Jenny (Terry) Brown of Cochran, brothers, Terry (Linda) Fordham of Newnan, Jackie (Jody) Fordham of Aiken, S.C. and Ronald (Ann) Fordham of Cochran. Nieces, Tammy (Brian) Bass of Tiverton, R.I., Beth Moore of Newnan, Nephews, Corey (Stephanie) Brown of Huntersville, N.C, and Christopher (Jamie) Dotson of Pace, Fl, Several great nieces and nephews. Aunts, Shirley Faircloth of Warner Robins, Janice Johnson of Dublin, and several cousins.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Little Bethel Freewill Baptist Church, 275 Rebie Road, Chester, GA 31012.