The Homegoing Celebration for Ms. Vindier Gore of Fort Valley, Georgia will be conducted Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Greater Cathedral of Praise Ministries, 1440 Camp John Hope Road, Fort Valley, Georgia with Bishop Timothy Deas, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow at Brown Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Montezuma, Georgia.
Vindier Renay Gore, lovingly known as “Peaches,” was born on March 25, 1967, in Fort Valley, Georgia, to the parents of Bobby Gore and the late Annie Ruth Gore. On May 27, 2025, Vindier peacefully transitioned from this life, having faithfully served her family, community, and God throughout her journey. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Annie Ruth Gore, and her dear sister, Lawanda K. Gore.
At a young age, Vindier gave her life to Christ under the spiritual guidance of her grandmother, Evangelist Arabelle Brown, at Brown’s Chapel in Marshallville, Georgia. Her faith would remain the foundation of her life, and she would go on to serve in many ministries with devotion and joy.
Vindier graduated from Peach County High School in 1986. She began her career at Bibb Manufacturing Company, where she worked diligently for over 20 years. After the closure of Bibb, she went on to serve several years at Blue Bird Body Company. Her compassionate spirit led her to caregiving, where she worked as a private healthcare aide, nursing patients back to health and offering companionship with kindness and grace.
Later in life, Vindier became an active and devoted member of Greater Cathedral of Praise Ministries, formerly led by the late Bishop Titus Deas Sr. and now under the leadership of Bishop Timothy Deas Sr. She held the role of District Usher for several years, faithfully serving until her health began to decline. Her love for ministry was evident in all she did. She was passionate about praise dancing, women’s ministry, ushering, and embracing every opportunity to serve in the house of the Lord.
Though faced with health challenges, Vindier approached each day with joy and purpose. She was known for her love of life and unwavering connection to her family. Whether for holidays, birthdays, or “just because,” she made it a point to reach out, celebrate, and show love to family near and far.
Vindier’s legacy of faith, love, and service will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She leaves to cherish her memory her beloved sons: Terry Oglesby and Darius McKenzie both of Fort Valley, GA; her siblings: Danyell Barry (Keith) of Perry, GA, Garnett Riley of Warner Robins, GA, and Carmen Gore and Christine Gore of Cincinnati, OH; her cherished grandchildren: Sinai Wootson, Kobe Towns, Don’Travious Oliver, Da’Quavious Oliver, Andrea “Patti” Jolly, Darius McKenzie Jr., and Empress Green; and her precious great-grandchildren: Bryce Wootson, Kavis Walters, and Jermani Towns.
She is also survived by her loving nieces: Falisea Watkins and LaShandra Watkins both of Perry, GA; and her devoted aunts: Rosa Walker of Buffalo, NY, Ruthanne (Preston) Tolliver of Chicago, IL, Icola J. Poe of West Point, MS, Debra Lewis of Chicago, IL, and Betty Brown of Miami, FL; Her very special spiritual godmother and dear family friend, Mrs. Inez (Sammie) Harris - who has stood faithfully with the family since before Vindier was born—also remains to cherish her memory. She also leaves behind many cousins, other relatives, church family, and friends who will miss her deeply.