This is one of the most famous country stores in Georgia. The present owner is a daughter of Mr. Veal and she has recently renovated the building. I still hope to rephotograph it soon. Maxine Cunningham writes: My great-grand father, George Washington Danzy, and grandfather, Elisha Danzy, both frequented the store. We used to visit Deepstep multiple times when I was a child and teenager as my mom was born there. In 1928, it also housed the doctor’s “office”. Not to impart with a tragic occurrence, but I’ve been told, my great-grandfather went there on December 6 (1928) to get the doctor to attend to one of his son-in-laws whose medical condition had deteriorated. While there, he suffered a cerebral vascular accident (stroke). The doctor was able to get him back home where he and his son-in-law both passed away.
I recall going there with my grandmother in early 1950s. She was Lena Veal Holmes cousin to Mr.. Hilliard Veal..
Sweet memories.
My great-grand father, George Washington Danzy, and grandfather, Elisha Danzy, both frequented the store. We used to visit Deepstep multiple times when I was a child and teenager as my mom was born there.
In 1928, it also housed the doctor’s “office”. Not to impart with a tragic occurrence, but I’ve been told, my great-grandfather went there on December 6 (1928) to get the doctor to attend to one of his son-in-laws whose medical condition had deteriorated. While there, he suffered a cerebral vascular accident (stroke). The doctor was able to get him back home where he and his son-in-law both passed away.
I’ve never been in the store but would love to see inside as I have numerous photos of the outside. Perhaps, I will be able to do so when I am in Sandersville in two weeks.
I was in Deepstep about a year ago with a friend of mine,
James Robertson. His parents ashes are buried in the small
confederate grave yard there. I did not see any building there,
did see a old home sitting in someone’s yard. He knew all the
folks there but I do not remember any of the names he mentioned.
That’s my Grandfather’s store! We called him PaPa! My Aunt has it now and has done a great job renovating it! I believe he would love it! If you get the chance Mr. Brown, please go see it. It looks great!
This is my Fathers Store I own it now & have had it painted & put a new roof on it new flooring up stairs !! The roof of course is Red my Fathers favorite color ! I wish he was here to see it ❤️❤️❤️
My favorite country store in Georgia. Glad to hear y’all are keeping it alive well into the future!
I’d like to visit, next time I’m in that part of Georgia.
Angie –
My husband and I just visited the store and took pictures. We are from Ft. Worth, Texas, and was in Atlanta for a tradeshow. My grandmother was a Veal descending from William Veal. I have done extensive research on the Veal family. It is wonderful that you restored the building! I wish we could have met! Your daddy was the son of William Hilliard Veal, the son of William Madison Veal, the son of Nathan Veal Jr. who was a brother to my William Veal. I would love to keep in touch!
Hi, I am the great-granddaughter of Mr. Veal. The store has been renovated and I would love to see your work in new photos. Please let me know if you have a chance to take updated ones. Your 2013 ones are beautiful. Anna
Thanks for the invite, Anna. I’ll definitely rephotograph it the next time I’m up that way!
That is one wonderful building.
What town is it in?
Deepstep, Ga.