Claude Hubert Combs, Jr., 90, of Lake City, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, May 10, 2025 at his residence, with his family by his side, after an extended illness. A life-long resident of Lake City, he was born on December 27, 1934 to the late Claude Hubert Combs, Sr. and Edith Louise Kinard Combs. He was known through his growing up years as Hubert, although his birth certificate stated "Baby Boy Combs" because it wasn't until he went on to serve his country in the United States Marine Corps and Army that he had to have his real name placed on his birth certificate. He worked for over 31 years with Glideon Chemical Company and he was also a member of the Bethel Methodist Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed racing cars, he had his own race car for many years, loved to travel as well as working on his farm and tractor. He is preceded in death by his two sisters, Violet Louise Harrison and Fay Etta Combs.

He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Eufaula Combs of Lake City along with his "Fur Baby", Buddy. Many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends also survive.

A graveside funeral service for Mr. Combs will be conducted on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. in the Bethel Methodist Church Cemetery with Pastor Louis Trembley officiating. Interment will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations please be considered to the Bethel Cemetery Fund or to Haven Hospice.