The Griffin, Georgia, community is mourning the loss of Anna Katherine “Katie” Lamb, who passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the age of 35. Known for her vibrant personality, infectious smile, and genuine love for people, Katie leaves behind a legacy of kindness, friendship, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Born on December 11, 1990, in Thomaston, Georgia, Katie was a bright presence from an early age. She possessed a natural ability to connect with others and quickly became known for her outgoing spirit and welcoming nature. Friends and family often described her as someone who never met a stranger. Her warmth, humor, and ability to make people feel valued allowed her to form lasting relationships wherever life took her.
Katie’s gift for bringing people together became one of the defining characteristics of her life. Whether through family gatherings, conversations with friends, or everyday interactions with customers and coworkers, she created meaningful connections that left a lasting impact on those around her. Her laughter was contagious, her stories unforgettable, and her presence a source of joy for many.
Professionally, Katie spent her days bartending at Pike Billiards, where she became a familiar and beloved figure. More than simply serving customers, she built genuine friendships and cultivated an atmosphere of comfort, fun, and community. Her authentic personality and caring nature made her someone people looked forward to seeing, and her absence will be deeply felt by many whose lives she touched through her work.
Above all else, Katie was a devoted mother. Her children—Anna-Leigh Corley, Aaron Massengale, Madison Massengale, and Cameron Massengale—were the center of her world and the source of her greatest pride. She cherished every moment spent with them and embraced motherhood with love, dedication, and a deep commitment to their happiness and well-being. The bond she shared with her children will remain one of the most treasured aspects of her life and legacy.
Katie is lovingly remembered by her parents, Leanne Gregory, David Lamb and his wife Amanda, and Greg Massey; her grandmother Ann Gregory; her grandparents Ronnie and June Massey; her sister Emily Hensler and husband Hunter; and her beloved niece and nephew, Amelia and Lane Hensler. She also leaves behind cherished friends Paige Corley, Chris White, and Francies Anderson, whose friendships became an extension of her family.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather Victor Gregory, her grandparents P.D. and Peggy Lamb, and her niece-by-choice, Alina Wigglesworth, whose memories remained close to her heart throughout her life.
As family and friends gather to honor her memory, they do so with profound sadness but also with gratitude for the love and happiness Katie brought into their lives. Her legacy is one of compassion, friendship, resilience, and joy—a legacy that will continue to live on through the countless memories shared by those who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026, from
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