Jesse Elkainer Sisco Jr

October 29, 1941 - February 8, 2021

Jesse Elkainer Sisco, Jr., age 79, passed away at home on Monday, February 8, 2021, of Alzheimer’s disease. Born on October 29, 1941, in Charleston, South Carolina. Jesse was the son of Jesse E. Sisco, Sr. and Mary Smith Sisco; grandson of the late Reverend E.E. Smith. Surviving in addition to his wife Bette of 60 years are his daughters, Kelly Bird (Clayton) and Jessica Price (Alan); grandchildren, Ashlye Benson (Kevin), Jordan Price, Colin Price; great grandson, Hanley Benson; brothers, Jimmy (deceased) (Barbara), Jerry (Sue); and sister, Jema Sisco Durham. Jesse retired after 39+ years with Norfolk Southern Railway where he worked in Industrial Development. Outside of his railroad career, he was an accomplished musician. He served as organist and pianist in churches in Virginia and Georgia. Jesse also was pianist for the Messengers gospel quartet for 12 years. A memorial service honoring the life of Jesse will be held on Friday, February 19, 2021 at 11:00 am at Lawrenceville First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Lawrenceville First Baptist Church 165 Clayton St. SE Lawrenceville, GA 30046 or Alzheimer’s Association 41 Perimeter Center E #550 Atlanta, GA 30346 Due to the current COVID-19 regulations, our staff is committed to taking care of our guests and families that we serve. We ask that all guests and family members attending services to please bring and wear a mask. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.wagesfuneralhome.com. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, A Family Company, 120 Scenic Hwy Lawrenceville, GA 30046 (770-963-2411) has been entrusted with the arrangements.