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PACETTI, Jessie Plaza Pacetti

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today 6 October 2020)

Jessie Plaza Pacetti, age 96, of Valdosta died Saturday, October 3, 2020 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born in

Bayard, FL on April 21, 1924 to the late Joseph and Catherine Mitzi Plaza and had lived in Valdosta for many years. Mrs. Pacetti

was a Catholic and a devoted mother and grandmother. Survivors include her son, Maurice Pacetti of Valdosta; two daughters

and a son in law, Danielle Saunders of Valdosta, Michelle and Franklin Patten of Lakeland; her grandchildren, Leanne Latterell,

Audrey (Cory) Wellons, Leslie Berneche, Andrew Patten, Maggie Patten, Frankie Patten, Katie Patten, Lane (Beau) Littell; her

great grandchildren, Lucia Latterell, Cecilia Latterell, Jaylie Powers, Jeremy Powers, Paislee Wellons, Jaxon Wellons; her niece,

Carolyn Schmidt. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hubert L. Pacetti, her son, Andrew Leslie Pacetti and a grandson,

Michael Francis Latterell. Funeral services will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery.

PACETTI, Sarah Lee Pacetti

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/01/sarah-lee-pacetti/)

Sarah Lee Pacetti, age 67, of Valdosta died Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born in

Naylor, GA on January 11, 1952 to the late Joel and Bernice Brantley Green. Mrs. Pacetti loved her children and grandchildren,

knitting and crochet. She enjoyed cooking and was a caregiver. Mom loved everyone and we were all her children or girls or

boys. Survivors include her husband, Maurice E. Pacetti of Valdosta; her children, Brian Evang, Heidi Elisabeth Evang both of

Norway, Daniel Evang of Valdosta; her grandchildren, Ashley Evang, Brian Evang, III, Harald Evang Pedersen, Steffen Evang,

Cecilie Evang, Tayler Evang, Sarah Elisabeth Evang, Jaime Evang; her great grandchildren, Saphira and Marius-Andre Evang

Bakkmyr. She was preceded in death by her brothers, James and Jody and sisters, Nell and Louis. Graveside services will be

Saturday, February 2, 2019 at Good Hope Cemetery in Naylor. Carson McLane Funeral Home is entrusted with the

arrangements.

PACK, Carolyn Yvette Pack

(Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 13 March 2020)

Carolyn Yvette Pack, age 73, of Thomasville, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 at her residence. Arrangements are

incomplete and will be announced by Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home.

PACK, Dallas K. Pack

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 10, 1957)

Mrs. Dallas K. Pack, 64, died Monday in the hospital in Live Oak. The deceased lived in Madison many years ago, her name before

marriage to Tom Pack being Miss Dallie Kenney. Her aged father, C. M. Kenney, of Live Oak, and also a former Madisonian, one

daughter, one son, and three grandchildren are among the survivors.

PACK, Joyce Ann Pack

(Abstracted from the 12 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Joyce Ann Pack passed away Sunday (Dec. 11, 2016) surrounded by her family at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. Born in

Princeton, IN, she lived in Ware and Pierce counties most of her adult life. She moved to Ware County in 1972 with her

husband, Edward C. Pack, and their five children. She left everything she had ever known to live in Georgia. Tragedy struck the

Pack family and she lost her husband Edward in 1985. She decided to remain in Georgia to be close to her children and

grandchildren who had already begun to start families of their own. She was preceded in death by her father, Cecil A. Johnson,

her husband, Edward C. Pack, and a brother, David Johnson. She is survived by her children, Cheryl (Robert) Nelson of

Waycross, Dorothy (Vidal) Rios of Mt. Airy, NC, Michael (Tammy) Pack of Waycross, Edward (Grace) Pack of Blackshear, Daniel

(Melissa) Pack of Waycross; her mother, Mary Johnson; two sisters, Judy Johnson Terry and Jackie Johnson (Terry) Snapp;

two brothers, Donald Johnson and Dewayne Johnson, all of Princeton, IN; 17 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and

numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in

Kettle Creek Cemetery. The family is gathering at the home of Ms. Pack, 1854 Dean Lane in Blackshear.

PACK, Verna Jean Holmes Pack

(Abstracted from the November 21, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

A celebration of life service for Mother Verna Jean Holmes Pack, 64, will be held Saturday at Church of Christ Written in

Heaven, 617 Blackwell St. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Friends are being received at her mother’s residence,

1609 Toomer St. She departed this life Sunday evening (Nov. 17, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an

illness. Her life on this earth began April 3, 1949, in Waycross. She was the daughter of Julia Mae Cooper Holmes and the late

Leroy A. Holmes. She received most of her formal education from the public school system of Waycross but graduated from

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Booker T. High School in Miami, FL. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior and joined First Born Church of the Living God

and remained faithful for 60 years. While living in Miami, she continued her membership. She later became member of

Cathedral of Faith United COLG, Inc., Waycross, where she served in various capacities including a member of the Women

Sunday School, prayer warrior of the prayer band and a church mother. She was also very active in the community. She was

joined in holy matrimony to the late William Pack while living in Miami, FL. This union was blessed with a daughter, Lisa Denise.

She was a former employee of Mercy Hospital in Miami, FL. After relocating back to Waycross, she was employed at Small

World Daycare and Ware Manor Health and Rehab Center. She continued in her calling of caring for others and became a foster

mother. She affectionately and lovingly reared many children throughout the community. During her time of doing this she

adopted a son, Nicolace. She was known for sailing the high seas, having a love for going on cruises, and tasting the many

delicacies of the ocean. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Leroy W. Holmes, a nephew, Charles Anthony Holmes, and

a great-grandson, Chase Alexander Goodman. Those left to cherish her memory include 2 children, Lisa Denise Goodman and

Nicolace Pack, both of Waycross; her mother, Julia Mae Cooper Holmes, of Waycross; 5 grandchildren, Mun’Darius, Sheniqwa,

Quantanous, Kymosha and Aleisha; 2 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Denise Walker, Phoebe Dunbar (Frank), both of Waycross,

and Vanessa McCurry, of Austin, TX; 2 brothers, Lamar Holmes (Debra), of Jacksonville, FL, and Charles Anthony Holmes

(Carol), of Desoto, TX; 3 aunts, Queen Faison, Ruthethelma Hicks, both of Waycross, and Ernestine Adams, of Philadelphia, PA;

an uncle, Eddie Lee Cooper (Cara), of Walterboro, SC; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Funeral

arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PACKER, Preston Scott Packer

PACKER, Harrison Calhoun Packer

(Abstracted from the 6 January 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Preston Scott Packer and Harrison Calhoun Packer, beloved newborn sons of Brooks and April (Smith) Packer, of Valdosta,

passed away Dec. 20, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center. Their final moments were spent surrounded by family and friends

that they had touched in some small way throughout their short, yet very memorable lives. Besides their parents, they leave

their sister, Kathryn Elaine Packer; grandparents, Dr. Robert M. Packer III and his wife, Susan Jamison Packer, of Waycross,

and Paul S. Smith (Scott) and his wife, Anna Barnes Smith, of Valdosta; uncles, Jamie Packer and his wife, Pa Packer, of

Houston, TX, Rusty Packer and his wife, Courtney Packer, of Portland, ME; aunt, Amanda Smith, of Valdosta; great-

grandmother, Jeanie Barnes, of Valdosta; cousins, Kennedy, Reese, Emmy Kate and Finley Packer, of Houston, TX, and Annabelle

and Grady Packer, of Portland, ME. An intimate service was held Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2015, at Carson McLane Funeral Home in

Valdosta for family to celebrate their short but precious lives. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Packer family at

680 Justin Drive, Valdosta, GA 31605.

PADGETT, Angel Ellenberg Padgett

(Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL)

Angel Ellenberg Padgett, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Capital Regional Medical Center in

Tallahassee, FL. Mrs. Padgett was born in Greenwood, SC to the late James Claude Ellenberg and Lessie Horton. She was a

homemaker and a resident of Lloyd, FL, for the last 40 years. Mrs. Padgett was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lloyd.

Preceded in death by her husband, John Paul “J.P.” Padgett in 1987, and a son, Paul Ben Padgett. Funeral Services will be held at

Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Friday, November 20, 2009. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to

the First Baptist Church of Lloyd Building Fund.

PADGETT, Billie Jo Padgett

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 25 November 2016)

Mrs. Billie Jo Padgett, age 57, passed away on November 25, 2016 in Perry, FL. Billie Jo was born September 27, 1959 in Perry,

FL to William “Bill” Bowden and Fay Smith Bowden. Mrs. Padgett was a member of New Home Baptist Church. Billie Jo worked as

an assembler with Martin Electronics for over 30 years. She enjoyed her family and loved spending time with them, riding in the

woods or just good ole family outings. Billie Jo was preceded in death by her father William “Bill” Bowden, her sister Sharon

Padgett, and step son Bobby Padgett. Mrs. Padgett is survived by her husband of 37 years Raymond Padgett; daughter Felishia

Padgett, and son’s Johnathan (Nancy) Bowden, and Michael (Tanya) Padgett; mother, Fay Bowden; step-mother Betty Bowden;

siblings, Doug Bowden, Elizabeth Lewis, Charles (Bridgett) Bowden, and Donnie (Leslie) Bowden; 17 grandchildren; as well as a

host of nieces and nephews. A Memorial service will be Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PADGETT, Donna Marie Padgett


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Donna Marie Padgett, age 63, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2010, at her residence in Lamont, FL. She was born in

Lakeland, FL to the late Floyd L. and Stella Louise Lee Sanders. Coming from Smithfield, VA and had lived in Perry since 1971.

She worked as an Accountant. She enjoyed computer, photography, arts and crafts and gardening. Preceded in death by an

infant son, Lee Register, and 2 brothers, James Sanders and Thomas Sanders. Survived by her husband of 26 years, James H.

“Jim” Padgett of Lamont, FL, (1) step-son; Jim Padgett and wife Terri of Perry, FL, (2) daughters; Almie Pagels and husband Rick

of Fortson, GA, Karen Register Higgenbotham and husband Jamie of St. Marys, GA, (1) step-daughter; Cheryl P. Massey and

husband Mark of Perry, FL, (1) sister; Betty Kittrell of Lake Park, GA, (7) grandchildren, and (2) great-grandchildren. Memorial

Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Monday, December 27, 2010. Donations may be made to Big Bend

Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308-5428.

PADGETT, Doyle Joseph Padgett

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 15 January 2018)

Mr. Doyle Joseph Padgett, age 86, passed away on January 15, 2018 in Lafayette Healthcare and Rehab in Mayo, FL. Doyle was

born January 28, 1931 in Perry, FL to Mr. Nolan Padgett and Nettie Odom Padgett. Doyle was in several gospel quartets and led

the choir at his church for over 50 years. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church where he taught Sunday school. Doyle

worked in many different roles with Buckeye Forestry. Doyle was preceded in death by his parents Mr. Nolan and Nettie

Padgett, his son Randy Padgett, his brother Harold Padgett and a sister Lucille Burch. He is survived by his wife of 69 years

Janie Padgett, his daughter Ruth Ann Whitfield and her husband Ray, daughter-in-law Dianne Padgett, grandchildren Josh

(Kenya) Padgett, Curt (Suzanne) Whitfield and Drew (Caitlin) Whitfield, and five great grandchildren: Jordan, Brent, Noah,

Karis, and Raylann. Funeral Services will be Thursday, January 18, 2018 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will

follow immediately afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of

Perry.

PADGETT, Doyle R. Padgett


Doyle R. “Randy” Padgett, 62, of Perry, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2013 at his residence in Perry. Randy was born

December 19, 1950 in Perry, FL, to Doyle and Janie (Ward) Padgett. Randy was a member of Charity Baptist Church in Perry. He

was very active in his church as a Sunday school teacher and a song leader who knew his Bible well. In his spare time he was a

private pilot who enjoyed flying his own airplane. He is survived by his wife of 39 years Dianne (Lipscomb) Padgett, of Perry, FL;

his parents Doyle Padgett and Janie (Ward) Padgett; son Josh Padgett and his wife Kenya(Bell) of Perry; 3 grandchildren:

Jordan, Brenton, and Noah Padgett; and 1 sister Ruth Ann Whitfield. Funeral services will be Monday, September 23, 2013 at

Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry. Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are under

the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PADGETT, Hermon Cleo Padgett

(Abstracted from the 30 May 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Hermon Cleo Padgett, age 73, passed away Tuesday (May 28, 2019) at his residence following a short illness. He was born Nov.

30, 1945, in Holmes County, FL, to the late Reo Padgett and Lois Whitehead Padgett. He was a self-employed truck driver.

Survivors are his wife, Ruthy Williams Padgett, Homerville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Dean and Denice Padgett, Mexico

Beach, FL, and Darel and Samantha Padgett, Homerville; five sisters and brothers-in-law, Diane and Carthell Walsingham,

Warsaw, FL, Versie and Larry Curry, Bonifay, FL, June and Danny Burges and Pauline Padgett, both of Defuniak Springs, FL, and

Carrie Padgett, Dothan, AL; one brother and sister-in-law, Reo and Doris Padgett, Bonifay, FL; nine grandchildren, five great-

grandchildren, a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be at Homerville Free Will Baptist Church.

Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PADGETT, J. H. Padgett


J. H. Padgett, 83, died Sunday at his home in Perry after an extended illness. He was a member of the Little Rock Primitive

Baptist Church of Lamont. Funeral services were held Tuesday in Oakland Baptist Church and interment was in the church

cemetery. He is survived by six daughters, one of whom is Mrs. Doshie Herring, of Greenville; two sons and a number of grand

and great-grandchildren.

PADGETT, Janie Ruth Padgett

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 12 January 2019)

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Mrs. Janie Ruth Padgett, age 89, passed away on January 12, 2019 in Mayo, FL. Janie was born October 22, 1929 in Perry,

Florida to Perry Randolph Ward and Estelle Sheffield Ward. Janie was a faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church where

she served in various roles. Janie was preceded in death by her parents Perry and Estelle Ward, her brother Donald, sisters

Koot and Susie, son Randy, and her husband Doyle. She is survived by her daughter Ruth Ann (Ray) Whitfield, daughter-in-law

Dianne Padgett, grandchildren Curt and Drew Whitfield and Josh Padgett, five great grandchildren as a well as several nieces

and nephews. Funeral services will be at Friendship Baptist Church. Interment services will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. All

arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PADGETT, Jimmy Don Padgett

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 24 January 2018)

JENNINGS, FL - Jimmy Don Padgett, age 76, died Friday, January 19, 2018 at Lake City Medical Center, Lake City, FL. Funeral

services will be Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL with burial at Beulah Cemetery, Lee, FL.

He was born in Echols County, GA and lived in Jennings since 1951. He was a musician and played guitar and violin. He loved music,

hunting, and fishing. He was a mechanic, a farmer, and worked as a Law Enforcement Officer. He is survived by his wife of 55

years, Sybil Padgett of Jennings; three sons, Donald Padgett (Shawn), of Tallahassee, Wesley Padgett (Kathleen VonHoene), of

Crawfordville, FL and Earl Padgett of Keaton Beach, FL and three grandchildren; Jenna Padgett, Miranda Padgett, and Vanessa

Padgett.

PADGETT, Jimmy Ray Padgett

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 31 January 2017)

On January 31, 2017, Jimmy Ray Padgett was called home by the Lord. He was born May 30, 1951, the son of Joe Byron Padgett

and Clemmie Lee (Fowler) Padgett. He was a wonderful husband of 24 years to Pandora A. (Payne) Padgett who loved him dearly.

He was a wonderful father to Amanda Lee (Padgett) Gilbert and Alexandria April (Alice) Padgett and step daughter Jennie

Renee (Revels) Gilbert. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Andrea Faye Watson, Roland Lionel Watson, Naomi Lynn

Gilbert and McKinsey Renee Gilbert. Jimmy Ray was predeceased by his parents, his brother, David Padgett and his sister Lena

Fay Padgett, his step daughter Jennie Renee Revels and his grand-daughter Patsy Leanne Gilbert. He is survived by his wife,

children and sisters Irma Dean (Irvin) Hill, Inez (Cissy) Jacobs, and his brother Raymond Padgett all of Perry, and a host of

nieces, nephews and cousins. Jimmy Ray was a member of the Perry First Church of God and knew in his heart that when God

decided to call him home he was ready to go. He lived a full life and he was a good man. A memorial service will be Sunday,

February 19, 2017 at Perry First Church of God (1915 US Highway 221) in Perry. Florida. In lieu of flowers, it was Jimmy Ray ’s

expressed wish to have donations sent to the Perry First Church of God’s Building Fund. Arrangements are under the care of

Beggs Funeral Home Perry.

PADGETT, Joseph Samuel Padgett Sr

(Abstracted from the 2 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Joseph Samuel Padgett Sr., age 86, of Waycross, died Tuesday night (Feb. 28, 2017) at his daughter’s residence in Dixie Union

after an extended illness. He was born in Ware County to the late Tillman Johnson Padgett Sr. and Pearl Manning Padgett

Driscoll. The Rev. Padgett made Waycross his home for the majority of his life. A minister with the Church of the Nazarene,

the Rev. Padgett served churches in Jesup, Douglas, Hortense and Waynesville. He was a member of the First Church of the

Nazarene in Waycross. Along with preaching, he was also a very skilled carpenter, who worked hard in that field as well for

many years. He had a great love for animals, antiques and fast cars. More than anything, he loved his family and any time he was

able to spend with them. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Louise Stone Padgett, a brother,

T.J. Padgett Jr., and three sisters, Lucy O’Berry, Mercille Padgett and Mary Padgett. He is survived by six children, Joseph

Samuel (Patsy) Padgett Jr., of Blackshear, Tammy Renee Padgett (John) Pirkle of Dixie Union, Mark Anthony (Barbie) Padgett

of Bickley, Laura Elizabeth Padgett (Jimmy) Sears of Hazlehurst, Jennifer Rebecca Padgett Altman of Waycross, Chris (Karen)

Padgett of Waycross, 22 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, a special nephew, Ronnie (Brenda) O’Berry of Waycross, and

numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at the First Church of the Nazarene. Burial will follow

in High Bluff Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the

First Church of the Nazarene, 2505 Alice St., Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PADGETT, Julia Bishop Padgett

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today

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Julia Bishop Padgett, age 91, of Valdosta, died on Monday, February 11, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center following a period

of declining health. She was born in Brooks County on June 29, 1927 to the late Joel and Mattie Shiver Bishop and has been a

lifelong resident of the Quitman and Valdosta area. She was a retired secretary with the Texaco Bulk Plant and was a member

of Morningside Baptist Church. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Brenda Padgett of Columbus, GA; her

daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Charles Holtzclaw of Valdosta; her grandchildren and their spouses, Brian and Kim Padgett,

and Kevin Padgett all of Columbus, Stephanie and Mike Melvin of Valdosta, and Chuck and Marie Holtzclaw of Homerville; her

great-grandchildren, Justin and Magan Dupree, Ryan Dupree, Caleb Holtzclaw, Garnett Holtzclaw, Delaney Padgett, Chandler

Padgett. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Freddie Williams and Martha Pitzing, and her brother, Leslie

Bishop. Services for Julia Bishop Padgett will be at the Carson McLane Funeral Home. The burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery

in Quitman.

PADGETT, Kenneth Ray Padgett


Kenneth Ray 'Cowboy' Padgett, age 70, passed away on November 10, 2017. He was born May 11, 1947 in Perry, FL, to the late

Arthur Padgett and Eunice Murray Padgett Williams. Kenny was a retired iron worker. He was of the Pentecostal faith. As a

young teen, after the passing of his father, he took the role of the man of house supporting his mom and sisters. He met and

wed Virginia Davis in 1967. He had a magic touch with his horses, it was like he knew what they were thinking. Beginning in

November when hunting season came around it was hard to find him anywhere except in the woods. Kenny loved his game fowl

and earned the nick name 'Bandit' by leaving the gathering sideways. In his younger years his passion was bull riding, and bull-

dogging where he could be found a lot of weekends. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Cindy Gail Padgett

and a sister Geraldine Brown Shaw. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Virginia Padgett, daughters; Kenya Hooppell and

(Steven), Dana Padgett and (John Sparks), and Alex Stephens, all of Perry; grandchildren; Christina Gipson, Kristen McDonald

(Eric), Kacy Rhodes (Daniel) Ronnie (Ron-Ron) Ronald Gipson Jr., (Courtney), Kenneth (Kenny Bob) Stephens (Erin), Zandria

(Pooter) Stephens, Emmaleah Hooppell, and seven great-grandchildren; five sisters; Lucky Lewis, Shirley Blair, Mary Jane

Cannon, Linda Brickey, Nancy Padgett and a brother; Linson Williams. Funeral services will be at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on

Wednesday, November 15, 2017. Interment will follow at Spring Warrior Cemetery.

PADGETT, Linda Darnell Padgett

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 28 February 2020)

Linda Darnell Padgett, age 77, passed away on February 28, 2020 in Lake City, FL. Linda was born July 12, 1942 in Tarpon

Springs, FL to L. V. Grisham and Elsie Williams Grisham. Linda was a member of San Pedro Baptist Church. She was a

homemaker, and loved her family and friends and her cats. Linda was preceded in death by her parents L. V. Grisham, Elsie

Williams, and her husband Kenneth Padgett Sr. Linda is survived by daughters Amanda and her husband Jamie Weatherly, Lynn

and her husband David Strickland, Debbie and husband Keith Cooper, Ann and husband Wayne Cochran, Lajuan Bodiford, and her

son Michael Pierce; 2 brothers Wayne Jennings and Roger Grisham and 1 sister Debbie Benton and a host of grandchildren,

nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be at San Pedro Baptist Church cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction

of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PADGETT, Louise Padgett

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 9 April 2015)

Louise Padgett, age 78, of Valdosta, GA passed away Thursday, April 9, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born in

Gander, Newfoundland, Canada on November 26, 1936 to the late John W. and Eva (Genge) Brooking. She was a homemaker most

all of her life and loved spending time with family and especially her grandchildren. She was an active member of Forrest Park

Church of Christ since 1968. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Denise Okolichany, son, John

Padgett and brothers, Robert "Bob" Brooking & Douglas Brooking. Survivors include her husband of 53 years: Owen Padgett of

Valdosta, GA; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Debra (Tony) Dasher of Valdosta, GA; 1 son-in-law: Ted Okolichany of Lake Park, GA; 4

grandchildren: Dustin A. (Ashley) Dasher, Amber (Josh) Royals, Matthew Okolichany and Meagan Okolichany; 1 great grandson:

Anthony Shane Dasher; 2 sisters & brothers-in-law: Madge (Job) Taite of Glovertown, Newfoundland, Canada, Winnifred (Brad)

Comeau of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada; 4 brothers & sisters-in-law: Preston Brooking of Ontario, Canada, John (Jan)

Brooking of Ontario, Canada, Morris (Lisa) Brooking of New Brunswick, Canada, and David Brooking of Newfoundland, Canada.

Funeral services will be Saturday, April 11, 2015 in the Forrest Park Church of Christ with burial to follow at Riverview Memorial

Gardens. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Hospice of South Georgia, 2263 Riverview Dr. Valdosta, GA 31602. Music

Funeral Services, Valdosta, is serving the Padgett Family.

PADGETT, Mae Dell Padgett

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(Abstracted from the February 3, 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Mae Dell Padgett, age 94, of Waycross, formerly of Blackshear, passed away Sunday (Feb. 1, 2015) at the Baptist Village

Nursing Home after an extended illness. Born in Bacon County, July 3, 1920, she lived in Pierce and Ware counties most of her

life. She was a 1938 graduate of Patterson High School and was retired from Crosby Pontiac and Cadillac where she worked in

the office. She was a long-time member of Blackshear First United Methodist Church where she was in the Wesley Fellowship I

class. She was a daughter of the late Henry Colquitt and Lizzie Smith Padgett. She was also preceded in death by three

brothers, E.D. Padgett, D.C. Padgett and T.G. Crosby Jr. Survivors include her sister and brother-in-law, Willie Mae (Bernard)

Thornton, of Patterson; 2 sisters-in-law, Laverne A. Crosby and Cheryl Crosby, both of Waycross; 8 nieces and nephews,

Elizabeth Henry, Kay (Harry) Lane, Danny Padgett, Jan (Dwight) Strickland, Melinda (Mike) Monroe, Terry L. (Geneva) Crosby,

Debbie Crosby and Denise (Bob) Setser; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews; and other relatives. The funeral will be

Wednesday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Oakland Cemetery.

PADGETT, Phillip Warren Padgett

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 2 March 2016)

Phillip Warren Padgett, age 64, passed away on March 2, 2016 in Perry, FL. Warren was born August 12, 1951 in O'Brien, Florida

to Louis L. Padgett and Dollie Mae Collins Padgett. Mr. Padgett was of the Baptist faith. Warren worked with heavy equipment

for the Forestry Dept. and was a mechanic with Buckeye Cellulose for over 45 years, retiring in July 2015. Warren was longtime

member of the Perry Elks Lodge, he loved to hunt and be in the woods. He enjoyed fishing in the local rivers, being on the gulf,

spending time with his grandchildren. Warren never met a stranger and was willing to help anyone. He was affectionately known

as “Hook” by those who worked with him as well as their families. He will be remembered as “Tha Governor” by all of his friends

at Keaton Beach. Warren was preceded in death by parents Louis L. Padgett and Dollie Mae Collins Padgett, a sister Patsy Pitts,

a son Phillip Warren Padgett Jr. Warren is survived by his wife of 20 years, Glenda Padgett; his mother-in-law Selma Guthrie of

Perry, FL; 1 daughter LeeAnn (Charles) Dedge, 1 son Jason Padgett; step-daughters Natalie Knowles, and Jamie Huxford; 9

grandchildren, Kaylee Driver, Dustin Driver, Kaila Padgett, Brayden Knowles, Alyssa Washington, Danica Dedge, Ashlynn Pitts,

Urijah Dedge, and Jamison Washington; siblings, Margaret Mincy, Melva Lee Sadler, Brenda Hockaday, Patty Schmaltz, Preston

Pitts, and Larry Padgett; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Burns

Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery.

PADGETT, Randall Edward Padgett

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, November 27th, 2013)

Mr. Randall Edward “Pete” Padgett, 51, of Fargo, passed away unexpectedly at his home early on Tuesday, November 19, 2013.

Pete was self-employed, working for many years in and around environmental cleanup. He was owner/co-owner of Creek

Environmental. Pete was born in Kissimmee, FL, on Sept. 13, 1962, to Leslie and Evelyn Denmark Padgett. He was a graduate of

Hamilton County High School “Class of 1980.” Pete enjoyed fishing and hunting and spending time with his family. He was

preceded in death by his father, Leslie Padgett. Survivors include his wife of almost 32 years, Bambi Swann Padgett; and 2

daughters, Bailey and Randi Padgett all of Fargo; also surviving is his mother, Evelyn D. Padgett of Jasper, FL. Per his wishes,

Pete was to be cremated. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Harry T. Reid Funeral Home, Jasper, FL, was in

charge of immediate arrangements.

PADGETT, Ray Leroy Padgett

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 21 May 2020)

Ray Leroy Padgett, age 86, passed away on May 21, 2020 in Perry, FL. Ray was born January 24, 1934 in Perry, Florida to Elza P.

Padgett and Doveree Grantham Padgett. Ray honorably served our country in the United States Navy during the Korean conflict.

Ray was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Ray worked with Buckeye as a Millwright for 33 years. Ray loved woodworking,

and spending time on his tractor. But most of all he loved his family. Ray was preceded in death by his parents Elza P. Padgett

and Doveree Grantham Padgett, and his brother Robert Padgett. Ray is survived by his wife Margaret Padgett; his sons,

Michael Ray and his wife Susan Padgett, and Keith Dewayne and his wife Janise Padgett, Bill and his wife Cinament Newman,

Michael and his wife Lee Newman, and Ricky and his wife Kim Hill; daughters Michelle Spahn, and Nancy and her husband Jimmy

Pittman; his sister, Marilyn Pepper; 34 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A

Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of

Perry.

PADGETT, Robert Harrison Padgett

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home)

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Air Force Major (Ret.) Robert Harrison Padgett went home to his Father Friday, December 27, 2013 following a battle with lung

cancer. Bob was born July 9, 1938 in Baton Rouge, LA to E. P. and Doveree Padgett. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Lois

Evans Padgett, 1 daughter Angela Padgett-Battles of Perry, 1 son Robert and wife Pamela of Springfield, VA, 3 grandchildren

James Battles of Perry, Heather and Robbie Padgett of Springfield VA, 1 brother Ray Padgett of Perry, 1 sister Marilyn Pepper

of Tallahassee and a host of nieces and nephews. Bob graduated from Waycross, GA High School and attended Florida College

before enlisting in the Air Force. He was selected for the Airman Education and Commissioning Program, which sent him to

Florida State University. He earned a bachelor's degree in meteorology and was commissioned a second lieutenant. His 20-year

Air Force career took him to Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Michigan, Colorado, Wyoming, Virginia, Alaska and Vietnam. He

retired from the service in Alaska and spent the next 17 years in Anchorage as a real estate agent, ultimately owning his own

firm. In 1989 he and Lois moved to Lake Talquin in Leon County and later to Perry to assist in caring for Bob's mother. Bob

was an avid fisherman, spending many weekends catching salmon on the Kenai River, and later fishing off his dock at Lake

Talquin. He was also a dedicated reader and his Kindle was always at his side with over 400 books in the cloud. The family will

hold a private service at a later date and asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Helping Hands of the Shelter, Inc.,

602 West Hampton Springs Ave., Perry, FL 32347 or to Covenant Hospice, 1545 Raymond Diehl Road, Suite 150, Tallahassee, FL

32308.

PADGETT, Sabrina R. Padgett

(Abstracted from the 25 June 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

The funeral for Sabrina R. Padgett, age 57, of 1104 Colley St., Waycross, will be held Saturday at Rainge Funeral Home,

Blackshear. Burial will follow in Shiloh Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at 618 Allen Ave., Blackshear. She was born in

Blackshear and received her GED at OTC. She was married to the late James Joseph Padgett. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting

and fishing. She worked at the Blackshear Shoe Factory, Walmart and domestic jobs. Preceding her in death were her two

children, Avias V. Padgett and Joshua S. McCallister, her parents, Thomas Lee McGauley and Mary Jean McGauley. Left to

cherish her memories are 3 children, Denetria D. Keyhea, Alexia Y. Padgett and Anwar N. Padgett; 4 sisters, Phynola Wright,

Thomasine Ricks, Vanice Harris, Zelma Latson; 2 brothers, Ronald McGauley and Thomas Lee Jr.; grandchildren; and a host of

nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. In Lieu of flowers, send donations to Rainge Memorial Funeral Home.

PADGETT, Seaborn Stanton Padgett

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 30, 1949)

Seaborn Stanton Padgett, age 58, for the past twenty-four years a resident of Jacksonville, died in a hospital in that city last

Thursday. He is survived by his wife, one son, four daughters, and other relatives. Mr. Padgett lived in Madison many years ago,

where he was engaged in the mercantile business. He was a son-in-law of the late M. A. Williams of this city.

PADGETT, Waver Padgett


The death angel hovered over the home of Mr. J. H. Padgett, Sr., again this morning (Nov. 29) and bore away the gentle and

loving spirit of his only brother, Mr. Waver Padgett, better known as Uncle Waver. Uncle Waver had been sick for over a year

with high blood pressure and kidney trouble. He had several weeks in succession at times that he could scarcely get his breath

and again there would be weeks that he would get along pretty good. He had made his home with Mr. J. H. Padgett nearly all his

latter life and spent most of his time sitting on the porch reading or walking around near the river in the sunshine. He leaves to

mourn his passing one brother, Mr. J. H. Padgett here, and a host of nieces and nephews scattered over Florida and Georgia. He

was laid to rest at Oakland Cemetery Monday morning. He was fifty-nine years old at his passing.

PADIN, Modena Christmas Padin

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 17, 2005)

Mrs. Modena "Pat" Christmas Padin, died Friday (Sept. 16, 2005) morning at Pierce Co. Nursing Home following a long illness. She

was a native of Fairfax had resided in Homestead, Fla. for 20 years, but lived in Waycross most of her life. She was of the

Holiness faith. She was the daughter of the late Warren Daniel Davis and Maggie Powell Davis. She was preceded in death by

her first husband, J.D. Christmas; a sister, Vernon McHenry; and three brothers, Johnny Touchstone, Cecil Davis and Tom E.

Davis. The survivors include her husband, Juan Padin, of Homestead, Fla.; a sister, Mattie Carter (husband Frank), of Waycross;

a brother, K.P. Davis, of St. Marys; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Music Funeral

Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Walden Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday night at Music Funeral Home from 6

until 8 o'clock. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.

PAFFHAUSEN, James Paffhausen

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(Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA)

James "Pappy" Paffhausen, age 87, of Valdosta, GA passed away Friday, June 6, 2014 at Langdale Hospice. He was born May 30,

1927 in South Bend, IN to the late Adam and Dorothy (Gohn) Paffhausen. He served in the United States Army during WWII

and was a member of the V.F.W. American Legion. He was a car salesman with Langdale Ford Company. Along with his parents, he

was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Paffhausen, daughter, Kathy and son, Rick James. His survivors include his daughter

& son-in-law, Judy (Richard) Rhodes of Michigan; grandson, Richard James Paffhausen of Michigan; granddaughter, Audra

Sweet of Michigan; grandsons, Joseph Paul Southerland and Richard James Southerland; 4 great grandchildren; and 1 sister,

Deloris Darlene Try of Haines City, FL. Graveside services will be Monday, June 9, 2014 at Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery in

Lake Park, GA. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made The American Legion, V.F.W. or The Wounded

Warriors Fund. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Paffhausen family.

PAFFORD, Mrs. M. B. Pafford

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 18, 1943)

Mrs. M. B. Pafford, died suddenly Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. D. Tomlinson, where she had been visiting. Mrs.

Pafford was the widow of the late M. B. Pafford who preceded her in death by about nine years. She was born at Withers,

Georgia July 20, 1865 and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Richardson. Surviving children are Mrs. C. D. Tomlinson and

Mr. J. M. Pafford, Madison; Mrs. W. T. Caile and Mrs. A. B. Clements of Jacksonville; Mrs. Perry Swindle, of Ray City, GA; Mrs.

C. A. Mott, of Elizabethton, TN; Mrs. H. O. Worrell, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and Mrs. Dan Moor of Tifton, GA. Surviving

grandchildren: John Pafford, Harry, Charles and Billy Tomlinson; Christin, Barnes, James and Frances Clements, Helen and Earl

Swindle, James Pafford, J. A. Mott, Martha, Charles and Howard Mott, Sylvia Moor, Marjorie and Jack Lamar Caile. Funeral

services were held at Ray City, GA Methodist Church Tuesday afternoon.

PAFFORD, Mardine Danforth Pafford

(Abstracted from information received from Sue Wilson Vize one of Elmer and June’s genealogy friends)

Mardine Danforth Pafford, age 88, of Nashville died Thursday July 2, 2015 in the Berrien Nursing Center. She was born July

28, 1926 in Berrien County to the late Archie Lewis Danforth (1894 - 1953) and the late Rose Rogers Danforth (1892 - 1957).

She was a homemaker, retired from Nashville Textile and a member of Vickers Church. She was the widow of Thurman Pafford

(1920 - 1986) and was also preceded in death by a great granddaughter: Katelyn Alissa Morris. She is survived by 3 daughters:

Linda (Bobby) Murray of Nashville, Margi (Bill) Chapman of St. Marys and Elaine (Richard) Joel of Conyers; 5 grandchildren; and

4 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday July 6, 2015 at Lovein Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Westview

Cemetery, Nashville, Berrien County, GA. Memorials are requested to Hospice of Tiftarea. Find A Grave Memorial# 87980550.

PAFFORD, Nancy McIntosh Pafford

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 15 June 2018)

Nancy McIntosh Pafford, age 84, of Lakeland passed away Friday, June 15, 2018 at Langdale Hospice House after a brief

illness. She was born in Waycross, GA to the late Roscoe and Mercie (Tillman) McIntosh on January 24, 1934. Nancy attended

Georgia Southern University where she earned her bachelors degree. She taught school at Lanier County Primary School for

over 44 years before retiring in Lakeland. During this time she owned and operated a baton twirling school, where she taught

young girls how to twirl. She showed off her twirling skills as she also twirled with fire. As a coaches wife, Nancy was the Lanier

County Cheerleading Sponsor where she coached high school students how to cheer, show school spirit at all times and how to

always back the Bulldogs with pride. After retiring from Lakeland, Nancy moved to Cherokee NC where she taught in the school

system on the reservation for 10 years. She attended the Cherokee Methodist Church where she played the piano for services.

Nancy worked for the Cherokee Historical Association in the summers for the outdoor drama “Unto These Hills”. Having love

for her Lanier County she moved back home and continued showing her love for her community. Nancy wrote and directed the

“Follies” held every Labor Day during Lakeland’s Flatlander Weekend for many years bringing smiles and laughs to sold out

weekend crowds using local talent to fill the stage. She was a member of Unity Methodist Church where she played the piano

for several years. Nancy also published 4 books to share her love of reading and the love she had for the Cherokee Nation.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Pafford and son Bryan Pafford. Survivors include her

son and “daughter in love”, Tim and Teresa Pafford. Funeral services will be Unity United Methodist Church, Monday June 18,

2018 with burial immediately following in church cemetery. The Pafford family is being cared for by the professional and caring

staff of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, Georgia.

PAFFORD, Sarah Ruth Gibson Pafford

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 16 August 2018)

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Sarah Ruth Gibson Pafford, age 88, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018. Beggs Funeral Home in

Monticello is entrusted with the arrangements. The funeral service will be Saturday Aug. 18, 2018 at the First United

Methodist Church of Monticello. Interment will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison, FL. She was born in Madison on

October 19, 1929, to Ruth and Theodore Gibson. She was part of Florida State University’s first co-ed class and graduated with

a B.S. degree in Library Science in 1951. She pledged Zeta Tau Alpha, was rush chairman and remained an active lifetime

member. In January 1961, she earned her Master’s degree in Education with a focus in Educational Supervision. She married

James Madison Pafford on October 24, 1953. The newlyweds moved from Madison to Monticello in 1955 when James was

manager at the Hardee Ford Company. Sarah Ruth, “Sadie,” was the librarian at Jefferson County High School for many years.

She was promoted to Materials Center Coordinator and served in that position until she retired from the Jefferson County

Public School System. Sadie was a member of the UDC (United Daughters of the Confederacy), a local Garden Club member and

a competitive bridge player. She was also the United Methodist Church pianist for many years and brought comfort and joy

through her music. Sadie was passionate about genealogy and did extensive research to both honor and preserve her family’s

history. She also loved gardening and won several awards for her camellias in flower shows. She shared the beauty of her yard,

opening it up to others to select flowers for local events and weddings. She is preceded in death by her husband, James

Pafford, who passed in Feb. 2009. She is survived by her three children: Jimmy Pafford (Jim Butler), Jane Gelvin (Tim), and

Ashley May (Bill); five grandchildren: Jennifer Hendry (Scott), Sarah Gelvin, T.J. Gelvin, Christina Gelvin, and David Gelvin; and

two great-grandchildren: Taylor Hendry and Cameron Hendry. She was very much loved and will be greatly missed. In lieu of

flowers donations can be made to Big Bend Hospice.

PAFFORD, Timothy C. Pafford

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 25, 2005)

FOLKSTON — Timothy Charles Pafford, 40, of Folkston, died Saturday (Oct. 22, 2005) at his residence. He was born and

raised in Folkston. He was of the Holiness faith. Survivors include his mother and father, Ouida and James Johnson, of

Folkston; two brothers, Troy (Annette) Smith and Tony Pafford, both of Folkston; one sister, Tammy (Fred) Howard, of

Folkston; grandmother, Mary Ann Crews, of Folkston; girlfriend, Diane Howell, of Folkston; nine nephews; six nieces; three

uncles; and two aunts. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Folkston Church of God with the Rev. Emory Johns and

the Rev. Doug Cercy officiating. The family will receive friends tonight at Shepard Funeral Home beginning at 6. Arrangements

are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home of Folkston.

PAFFORD, Tammy Rene’ Pafford

(Abstracted from the 30 July 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Tammy Rene’ Pafford, age 55, of 6554 Youmans Chapel Road, Blackshear, passed away peacefully Tuesday (July 28, 2015) at her

residence after a courageous battle with cancer. Her loved ones were at her bedside. She was born in Blackshear to the late

Ollie E. Carter and Sybil Phillips Carter. She was educated in the Pierce County School System. She later married Timothy

Pafford Sr. Professionally, she worked as a photo lab technician for Walmart. Left to cherish her memories are her children,

Tim Pafford Jr., April (Brandon) LaFountain, Christian Pafford and Danny Emond; grandchildren, Timmy Pafford III, Taylor

Pafford, Hanna Emond, Cammie Pafford, Taylor LaFountain and Reese LaFountain; sisters, Kelly Davis and Karen Haynes;

brother, Wyndell Carter Sr.; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorialization is by cremation. Donations

may be sent to the Epilepsy Foundation. Rainge Memorial Chapel is serving the family.

PAGE, Albert Page

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 20, 1967)

Mr. Albert Page of Jasper, age 69, of Jasper died in Las Vegas, NV Thursday of last week of heart trouble. He and his wife

Nora and sister-in-law Mrs. Young of Jacksonville were returning from a trip to Mexico. Mr. Page was born in Columbia County

near Lake City where he lived all his childhood and moved to Cochran, GA while a young man. For the past 35 years he lived in

Jasper. Survivors include his widow Nora and his two sons, Carl Page of Sullivan’s Island, SC and Louis Page of Washington, DC;

six sisters Mrs. F. W. Noegel of Augusta, GA, Mrs. Van H. Priest of Madison, Mrs. W. B. Stokes of Cochran, GA, Mrs. Mollie

Wilkins of Monticello, Mrs. W. H. Harper of Poulan, GA and Mrs. J. W. Platt of Hialeah, FL; and two brothers, Nicholas E. Page

of Fort Myers and George R. Page of Jacksonville. For more than 30 years he was manager of the van H. Priest Company Store

in Jasper. The funeral was held in the First Baptist Church in Jasper Sunday with burial in Evergreen Cemetery at Jasper. Reid

Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PAGE, Mrs. Albert Page

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 26, 1949)

Mrs. Albert Page, age 46, resident of Jasper, FL died suddenly early last Friday morning at her home there. She was a sister-

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in-law of Mrs. Van H. Priest of this city. Mrs. Page was a native of Blakely County, GA. Survivors include her husband, Albert

Page; two sons, Carl and Sonny Page; her mother, Mrs. Margaret Wynne, all of Jasper; also two sisters, Mrs. T. J. Jessup, of

Chester, GA; Mrs. Joe Horton, of Thomaston, GA; two brothers, W. L. Wynne, of Chester, GA and Robert S. Wynne, of

Sacramento, CA. Funeral services were held Sunday with interment in Evergreen Cemetery in Jasper.

PAGE, Everett Lewis Page

(Abstracted from the May 26, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Everett Lewis Page, age 69, went to be with the Lord following cardiac arrest on Friday (May 23, 2014).

Born in Wilmington, NC, he was a son of the late Thomas Carmine and Madie Elizabeth Lewis Page. He graduated from East

Atlanta High School and the University of West Georgia with a degree in business and art. A Vietnam veteran, he was a member

of Spring Valley Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Page; a son, Wade Lewis Page, of Atlanta; a

daughter, Amy Allison Page; son-in-law, Brandon Driggers, of Birmingham, AL; sister, Ann Page Buckles; and brother-in-law,

Jerry Buckles, of Lawrenceville. A memorial service was to be held Monday at Spring Valley Presbyterian Church. Dunbar

Funeral Home Northeast Chapel, is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Heart

Association, 190 Knox Abbott Drive, Suite 301, Cayce, SC 29033 or Spring Valley Presbyterian Church, 125 Sparkleberry Lane,

Columbia, SC 29223.

PAGE, George L. Page

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL August 20,

2014)

George L. Page, age 81, passed away August 20, 2014 in Sebring, FL. Mr. Page was born in Cabbage Grove, FL on July 3, 1933, and

he remained a lifetime resident of Taylor County, FL. He was a dragline operator for CF Industries for 25 years, and a U.S.

Army Korean War veteran. Mr. Page was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Frances Shiver Page; son, Thomas Jackson Page;

and brother, Melvin Page. He is survived by 2 sons, Finis (Jan) Page, of Perry, FL, Ira (Christy) Page, of Wauchula, FL; 1

daughter, Mary Iris (Darryl) Thigpen, Perry, FL; 5 grandchildren, Jonathan Page, Ashley Roberts, Jordan Woods, Katie Porter,

and Lauren Page; and 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be Thursday, August 28, 2014 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery.

PAGE, Jerry Lee Page

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida February 21, 2013)

Jerry Lee Page, age 65, died Monday, February 18, 2013, on his farm. Graveside funeral services will be 3:00 PM Thursday,

February 21, 2013 at Concord Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5-8 PM Wednesday at their home 1691 NW

Concord Church Road, Greenville, FL. He was born in Lake Wales and moved here at the early age of four and has lived here

ever since. He graduated from Greenville High School in 1965 and NFJC in 1967. He enlisted in the U.S. Army during Vietnam

where he received the Bronze Star. He met and married Jeannie Hudson in 1968. After his enlistment he farmed for a year

then took a job with the US Postal Service as a letter carrier. He was a member and Deacon of Concord Baptist Church. He

liked gardening, fishing and hunting. He was an outdoorsman, liked going to Maggie Valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains. He is

survived by his wife: Jeannie Hudson Page of Lovett; 1 son: Travis Adam Page (Jill) of Lovett; 1 daughter Nondis Lynn Jenkins

(George) of Lovett; 1 brother: Wiliam “Billy” Page (Doris) of Macon, GA; 4 grandchildren; Jantz Robert Jenkins, Pazlei Brielynn

Jenkins, Addilyn Tenlei Page, and Pailyn Kimber Page, and many other relatives. Donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald

House, 712 E 7th Avenue Tallahassee, FL. 32303

PAGE, Jimmy E. Page


Cpl. Jimmy E. Page, of Day, FL, age 21, was killed in action in Vietnam Monday May 8th. Funeral services will be announced by

Beggs Funeral Home. Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leon L. Page, Sr.; four sisters; three brothers; and his two

grandmothers.

PAGE, Lilla Wheeler Page


Mrs. Lilla Wheeler Page passed away on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Moultrie, GA at the age of 88. Mrs. Page was born April 3,

1930, in Madison, FL to the late Graham and Ebie Wheeler. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Harrison Page.

Mrs. Page graduated from Madison High School and attended High Point College in High Point, NC. She married James in 1951

and lived in Monticello, and Dublin, GA before making their final move to Thomasville, in 1957. Mrs. Page was a member of the

First Presbyterian Church of Thomasville. She had a long career in Insurance before moving into real estate sales. She loved

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gardening, working in her yard and going to St. Augustine Beach, FL as much as possible to enjoy the beach with her family. Mrs.

Page is survived by her children, Ebie Page Fogle (Frank), of Upland, CA. and Bess Page McClung (Brett) of Marietta, GA; a

brother, Gene Wheeler (Ruth Ann) of Keystone Heights, FL; grandchildren, Ashley Fogle Wheeler (Chris), Lauren Fogle Posta

(Drew), Whit McClung (Ashley) and Morgan McClung; and great-grandchildren, Cameron and Blake Wheeler, Mallory, A.J. and

Alex Posta. Donations in her honor may be made to the charity of your choice.

PAGE, Margaret Berniece Boswell Page

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing July 28, 2010)

Margaret Berniece "Bunnie" Boswell Page died at home in Madison, FL, after a brief illness on Sunday, July 25, 2010, with her

family around her. Funeral services will 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at First Baptist Church of Madison with burial at

Oak Ridge Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 27, 2010 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home. She was born in Hominey,

OK. on June 29, 1922 to William Robert and Emma Frances Kirkendoll Boswell. A child of the Great Depression and the Dust

Bowl, she grew up in Wichita, KS with six sisters and one brother. During World War II, she worked in Wichita as a dental

assistant and met her husband of 60 years, Ernest M. Page, Jr., who predeceased her in 2006. Ernest and Bunnie were married

in the Greenville Baptist Church as the war came to an end. She accompanied him to law school at the University of Florida

where daughter Vicki was born. They moved to Madison were Ernest established his law practice, and where sons Ernie and John

were born. She assisted Ernest for over 50 years as the secretary for his law practice. Bunnie loved to sing and had a beautiful

voice. She was proud to recall that her high school choral group won first place in the Kansas state-wide competition. She was a

long-time member of the choir at First Baptist Church of Madison where she sang many solos through the years. She also

taught the youth for many years in the church Training Union Department. She was a member of the Woman's Club and the

Madison County Gator Club. She and Ernest were charter members of the Madison Country Club. She often said that she

cherished her loving family and was pleased when they gathered to celebrate her 88th birthday a few weeks ago. She will be

greatly missed by her family, including her three children, Margaret Victoria Page Jaus (Harold) of Charlotte NC, Ernest M.

Page, III (Marguerite) of Madison, and John Prince Page (Cindy) of Valdosta, GA.

Also surviving are six grandchildren, Jennifer Page Jaus and Margaret Nell Jaus Baldwin (Benjamin) of Charlotte, NC, Ernest M.

Page IV (Jennifer) of Dowling Park, William Travis Page (Kyndell) of Madison, John Christian Page and David Andrew Page of

Valdosta, GA. She is also survived by two step-grandchildren, Austin and Andrew Fender. She has three great-grandchildren,

Miller Jaus Baldwin, Kloie Michelle Page, and Logan Patrick Page. Also surviving is her sister Jacqueline Koonce of Independence,

MO, and sister-in-law Norma Boswell of McPherson, KS. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a

brother G. D. (Joe) Boswell, sisters Hazel Hodges, Velma Berg, Mabel Hein, Lorraine Kinslow, and Irene Holman, and great-

grandson Maddox Jackson Page, infant son of Ernie and Jennifer Page. Donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan

Center Blvd, Tallahassee, Florida, 32308 or First Baptist Church of Madison, 134 SW Meeting Avenue, Madison, Florida 32340.

PAGE, Nancy Corwin Page

(Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL October 15th, 2013)

Nancy Corwin Page, age 83, of Lamont, FL passed away on Friday, October 11, 2013. Nancy was a retired office manager for

Robert M. Snider, M.D. and Donald O. Alford, M.D. for 19 years. She is survived by 2 sons, John G. Rivest of Rome, GA and

Kenneth R. Rivest of Lamont, FL (wife Jo Carol Rivest), 2 beloved grandsons Dustin and Matthew Rivest, and 2 step-grandsons

Austin and Ashton Narezo. She also leaves behind past daughter-in-law Debra Rivest along with several other relatives and

friends. She was a native of Buffalo, NY and moved to Florida in 1953. After 20 years in Miami she called Tallahassee “home”

since 1973. She spent all of her working years in the medical field and retired in 2001 after five-years with Dr. Logan Brooks

and Dr. Robert Steinmetz. Other survivors are 1 sister, Patricia Corwin of Silver Creek, NY, a niece and nephew and their

children of NY. Above all Nancy loved her church and church family at Bradfordville First Baptist Church and friends from East

Hill Baptist Church. She loved to sing and was a choir member at both churches. In her later years, after moving to Lamont, she

became a member of First Methodist Church of Monticello where she also felt very loved and part of the church family filled

with warmth and love. Most of all she wants to be remembered as a Christian. A service will be held Thursday, October 17 at

First Methodist Church of Monticello (325 W. Walnut St, Monticello, FL). Graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Culley’s

MeadowWood Funeral Home (700 Timberlane Rd, Tallahassee, FL).

PAGE, Ralph Edward Page

(Abstracted from John Bullard 25 May 2020)

Ralph Edward Page, age 61, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, TN. A graveside service was

held at San Pedro Church Cemetery. He was born in Ft. Lauderdale, FL to Ralph Bullard and Minnie Glorene Page Bullard. He has

eleven grandchildren. He was formerly employed by Dixie Packers in Madison, FL. He was predeceased by his parents, his wife,

and two grandchildren. He is survived by a son, Ralph Jacob Page of Memphis, TN, a daughter, Ida Glorene Page of Memphis,

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TN, and eleven grandchildren; Thomas Page, Ryle Shackelford, Jacob Page, Mary Page, Calvin Page, Cheyenne Page, Tavarius

Price, Wyatt Page, LaGloria Page, Noah Page, and Cooper Page. Beggs Funeral Home in Perry, FL is assisting the family with

arrangements.

PAGE, Mrs. Rubye Page


The Midway community was greatly shocked Saturday at noon to learn of the sudden death of Mrs. Rubye Page of Lamont, who

had come here Friday afternoon to spend the weekend with her mother and father. She was apparently in good health and had

gone out with her father for some wood when death occurred. She died almost instantly. She was born in Madison County and

was thirty-six years old. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, Charles Page, three children, Gertrude of Vero Beach

and Lois and Josie of Lamont, the father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Shephard, two brothers, Burton and Corbett of

Midway and two sisters, Mrs. Barnie Page and Mrs. Eddie Page of Lamont. Funeral services were held at Midway Cemetery

Sunday afternoon.

PAGE, Savannah Page

(Abstracted from information received from June Spear)

Savannah Page was born Oct. 16, 1950, in Madison, Fla., to the late Frank and Geneva Owens. She was caring, loving, thoughtful

and true. Someone on whose love you could always depend. She had a caring heart — never met a stranger. You could count on

Savannah to be there, through good and bad times, no matter what. Her life was full of loving deeds, forever thinking of other’s

needs. On Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014, Savannah entered into eternal rest. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death

by one brother, Freddie Owens; grandparents, Clara and Jesse Cushion; aunts and uncles, Julia Mae Akins, Carrie Bell Shapper,

Rosa Lee Harrell, Ida Mae Harrell and George Williams; one niece, Renee Owens; and one cousin, Willie Ulmer Jr. Savannah

leaves to cherish her memories, her children, Latressa (James) Spates, Annanias Denson Jr., Edward Page, Santana Page, Ignicia

Page and Joespha Page, all of Valdosta, Christina (Kendrick) James, of South Carolina, and Alan (Angela) Denson of Tallahassee,

FL; ex-husband, Edward Page Sr.; 1 brother, Robert (Mary) Owens of Valdosta; grandchildren, Davion Baynard, Marquise Denson,

Noah Denson, Racheal Denson, Elisabeth James, Naemya Boatwright, Deshwn Denson, Nyla Gilbert, Ikera Williams, Leann Page,

Joeanna Daniels, and Olivia James; 1 sister in-law, Phyllis; special relatives, Bobby Jean, Wanda Smithson, Sharon Harris,

Freddie Owens Jr., Leon Harrell and James Harrell Jr.; and a host family of nieces, nephews, and cousins. The celebration of

life for the late Savannah Page will be held Friday, Oct., 3, 2014, in the sanctuary of Crossing Jordan Baptist Church, 1401

Cypress St., Valdosta. Interment will follow in Payton AME Church Cemetery.

PAGE, William H. Page Jr.

(Abstracted from the March 20, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

William H. Page Jr., age 87, of Waycross, died Saturday (March 15, 2014) at his son’s residence in Huntsville, TX, following an

extended illness. He was a United States Army veteran who served in World War II, the Korean War, and Vietnam War. He

earned the Korean Service Metal during the Korean War and received the Bronze Star during the Vietnam War. He returned

home to Waycross in his later years and was a member of Temple Baptist Church for 24 years, where he was a faithful servant

of the Lord. He was a son of the late William H. Page Sr. and Lorainne I. Strickland Page. He was also preceded in death by

three sisters, Ivy Page, Mary Elizabeth Creel and Sivie Minchew, and five brothers, Ernest G. Page, Cecil Page, Alvin Page,

George Page and Thadius Page. He is survived by his children, William H. (Mary Jane) Page III, of Riverview, FL, David A.

(Donna) Page, of Huntsville, TX, Judy Page (Kent) Carter, of Chapin, SC, and Donald S. Page, of Forney, TX; 11 grandchildren; and

16 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be Saturday at Hoboken City Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PAIGE, Chineta McNeal Paige

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 1, 2011)

HOMERVILLE- ChinetaMc-Neal Paige, 68, of Homerville, died Tuesday (Nov. 29, 2011) after an illness.She was a native of

Homerville but grew up in Waycross and attended Center High School. Her parents were the late O. C. Harrison and Maggie Lee

Bruce. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joshua Paige, and a brother, Willie Thomas. She was a member of

Greater Morning Star Baptist Church, Homerville. Survivors include a daughter, Stephanie Holden; four grandchildren, Keymah

Holden, Antrez Holden, Ja'Kyra Brown and Rashad Collier, all of Homerville; a sister, Amma Maria Haverison, of Jacksonville,

Fla.; four children that touched her heart, Bessie Tolbert, Trevor Fortner (Susan), Tracy Martin (Brett), Jerry Fortner (Kerry),

all of Homerville; one uncle, Elder Freddie Spates (Margaret), of Valdosta; four aunts, Mozell Tolbert (Billy), Mary Alice Bell (K.

C.), Ava Nell McKnight (Ulysees) and Emma Bess (Alonzo), all of Homerville; a special lady she loved deeply, Melody Fortner, of

Homerville; two goddaughters, Stacy Lavette Ford, of Homerville, and NaToya Black (Danny), of Warner Robins; and other

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relatives. Friends are being received at the residence of her god-daughter, Stacy L. Ford, 81 Poppell Square, Homerville.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

PAIGE, Chineta McNeal Paige


HOMERVILLE, A celebration of life service for Chineta McNeal Paige, 68, of Homerville, who died Tuesday (Nov. 29, 2011), will

be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at Greater Morning Star Baptist Church, 201 Reddick St., Homerville. The Rev. Randall McCrae is

pastor, and Pastor Ernestine Jones will deliver words of comfort. The body will lie in repose Saturday at the church from 1 p.m.

to the hour of service. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. She was a native of Homerville who grew up in Waycross and

attended Center High School. Her parents were the late O. C. Harrison and Maggie Lee Bruce. She was also preceded in death

by her husband, Joshua Paige, and a brother Willie Thomas. She was a member of Greater Morning Star Baptist Church,

Homerville. Those left to cherish her memories include a daughter, Stephanie Holden; four grandchildren, Keymah Holden,

Antrez Holden, Ja'Kyra Brown and Rashad Collier, all of Homerville; a sister, Amma Maria Haverison, of Jacksonville, Fla.; four

children that touched her heart, Bessie Tolbert, Trevor Fortner (Susan), Tracycee Martin (Brett), Jerry Fortner (Cari), all of

Homerville; one uncle, Elder Freddie Spates (Margaret), of Valdosta; four aunts, Mozell Tolbert (Billy), Mary Alice Bell (K. C.),

Ava Nell McKnight (Ulysses) and Emma Bess (Alonzo), all of Homerville; a special lady she loved deeply, Melody Fortner, of

Homerville; two goddaughters, Stacy Lavette Ford, of Homerville, and NaToya Black (Danny), of Warner Robins; and other

relatives and friends. Friends may call at the home of her god-daughter, Stacy L. Ford, 83 Poppell Square, Homerville. Funeral

arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

PAIGE, Emma Paige


A celebration of life for Emma Paige, age 95, will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church, 300

Fireman St. She was born Sept. 16, 1922 in Mershon (Pierce County) to the late Quincey and Mary Bell. She grew up in Mershon

and attended school in the Pierce County Public School System. On Sept. 2, 1939 she was joined in holy matrimony to the late

Elijah Paige Sr. and remained married until his death on Jan. 26, 1999. This union was blessed with three sons, Elijah Paige Jr.,

James Paige and Nathaniel Paige. The couple later adopted two daughters, Loraine Paige and Nicole Paige. She moved to

Waycross in 1939 where she remained for the rest of her life. Mother Paige accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was a

member of St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church where she was the church’s oldest member having joined more than 70 years.

She was also life member of Ocean Star Chapter No. 183 Order of The Eastern Star. She loved people and especially her

family. Her congenial character won a place in the hearts of those privileged to have known her. She loved to cook and bake, her

pound cakes and biscuits would melt in your mouth. She was well known all over Ware and Pierce counties for her community

works and was a volunteer at the local food bank at the time of her demise. God called her to her Heavenly home Monday

(March 19, 2018). In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Nathaniel R. Paige, and a sister,

Hattie Bell Jeters. Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Eijah (Charlie Mae) Paige Jr., James (Sissy) Paige, two

daughters, Loraine Paige and Nicole Paige, daughter-in-law, Jeanette Paige, 15 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, 21 great-

great-grandchildren and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Paige residence, 918 Bay St. Interment will be in

Hazzard Hill Cemetery with Eastern Star Rites. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PAIGE, Gwendolyn Merritt Paige


A celebration of life service for Gwendolyn Merritt Paige will be Saturday at Church of Christ Written In Heaven, Waycross.

Burial will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at the family home, 1510 Carolina Ave., Saturday. She was

born Sept. 25, 1948 in Waycross, to the late J.B. Merritt, Sr. and Lula P. Merritt. She received her education in the public

school system of Waycross, graduating with the Center High School class of 1968. While attending school she participated in

numerous activities, but she was a professional when it came to basketball, which was her favorite sport. She was a dedicated

member of St. Paul New Life Outreach Ministries. She was a very strong, loving, caring and concerned individual who gave her

all. She was employed with Concerted Services, Inc. for many years. She departed this life on Saturday (July 4, 2015) at Clinch

Health Care Center in Homerville. Those left to cherish her memories includes her children, Racquel (Will) Johnson and Ahmad

Paige; 4 grandchildren, Briana Merritt, Dedrick Carter, Alexandria Hayden, Jamiyah Johnson; 1 great-grandchild, Aubryah

Vickers; her siblings, Antionette Moore, Evelyn (Joe) Foster of Atlanta, J.B. Merritt Jr. and Eddie Merritt; and a host of loving

nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Bryaria Merritt, and siblings, Charles Faison,

Frances Davis (husband, Bill), Edna Davis (Otis). Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

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PAIGE, Louis Paige Sr.

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia April 18, 2012)

Louis Paige Sr., 75, of Homerville passed away. He was born October 14, 1936, in Hoboken to the late Alvin Paige Sr. and Lillian

Jones Paige. He received his formal education from the Waycross public school system. He was retired from the timber

industry. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Emma Ruth Paige; four children, Francis, Lorene, Willie Lee and Willie

James. Those left to cherish his memory include his children, the Rev. Larry Simmons (Ann), Louis Paige Jr., both of North

Charleston, SC, Gloria Paige of Orlando, Fla., Shae L. Bell of Homerville; sisters, Beatrice Jefferson of Sylvester, Flossie Paige

of Brunswick, Betty Miller of Dupont, Mary Kennedy of Jamaica, NY, Bessie Teart, Emma Ruth Grant, Eloise Gant, Ollie Ruth

Gant all of Orlando; two brothers, Alvin Paige Jr. (Carolyn), Leroy Gant, both of Homerville; five grandchildren; 18 great-

grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A celebration of

life service was held at Brown's Chapel A.M.E. Church on Saturday, April 14, 2012, at noon. Rev. Gregory Lordnum is pastor and

Rev. Larry Simmons Sr. offered words of comfort. Interment was in Pine Forest Cemetery.Funeral arrangements were

entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

PAIGE, Sharia Mae Paige


A celebration of life service for Sharia Mae Paige of Douglasville, will be Saturday at Crossroad For Life Ministry, 6976 Broad

St., Douglasville. A graveside service will be Monday in Hazzard Hill Cemetery, Waycross. She is survived by her loving parents,

Elijah Paige Jr. and Charlie Mae Hill Paige, of Douglasville, two brothers and other relatives. Arrangements are entrusted to

Smith, Dennis-Smith Funeral Home, 3047 Campbellton Road S.W., Atlanta, and assisted locally by Fluker Funeral Home.

PAINE, Dorothy Dalton Paine

(Abstracted from http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/dorothy-dalton-paine/)

Dorothy Dalton Paine (Mrs. Travers W. Paine, Jr.) passed away on March 7, 2019, while residing at Fellowship Home in Valdosta

at the age of 101. Dorothy was born in Valdosta on February 26, 1918 to Emma Mae Ferrell Dalton and Oscar D. Dalton, and was

the last survivor of the 10 Dalton children (Ferrell, Emily, Vallie, Virginia, Adelma, Lary, Margaret, Oscar, Dorothy and Gloria)

who grew up in the historic Converse-Dalton-Ferrell house on Patterson Street in Valdosta. She was the twin of the girls’ only

brother, Oscar. She was predeceased by her husband, Travers W. Paine, Jr. and by her daughters, Dorothy Paine Youngblood of

Round Up, MT, and Suzanne Paine Collins of Augusta, GA, and granddaughters Alice Paine and Dalton Collins. She is survived by

her sons Travers W. Paine III (Kate) of Augusta and William Ferrell Paine (Robbie) of Athens, and daughter Virginia Paine

Copeland (Don) of Charlotte. She is also survived by grandchildren Shawn Youngblood, Tamara C. Hunt, Cynthia Collins, Travers

W. Paine IV, Charlsie Kate Paine, Jason Paine, Wesley Anderson, and Ali Anderson Quine, as well as great grandchildren

Catherine Hunt and Travers W. Paine V. Her husband was her Wildcat classmate at Valdosta High School, while she was a

cheerleader. After both graduated in 1936, Travers followed football to Georgia Tech and Dorothy was crowned Miss Valdosta

in 1937, clearly due to her natural personality and beauty. She was the foundation of a family of 5 children, and she bolstered

her husband’s 45-year engineering career with Southern Bell Telephone / BellSouth. They celebrated their 60th wedding

anniversary in 1999.

PAINTER, Denver Groves Painter Jr.


Denver “Denny” Groves Painter Jr., age 60, of Perry, FL, passed away November 19, 2015, at the V.A. Hospital in Gainesville.

Denny was born September 18, 1955 in Tallahassee, FL, to Denver Groves Painter Sr. and Rachel (Linton) Painter-Clague. Denny

was a veteran of the United States Army and served in Germany. He was preceded in death by his step-father Earl Clague; his

mother Rachel Clague and his father Denver Groves Painter Sr.; his brother Earl Edward Clague; and one sister Debbie Rice.

Denny is survived by his brother William Allen (Shirley) Clague; 1 sister Jennifer and her husband Rob; an aunt Nancy Linton-

Smith and her husband Dickie; 7 grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at Joe P Burns Funeral

Homes of Perry on Sunday, November 22, 2015 in Perry. Interment will follow in Pisgah Cemetery in Perry

PAINTER, Denver Groves Painter Sr.


Denver Groves Painter Sr., age 86, passed away Wednesday November 18, 2015 at his residence. Funeral services for Mr.

Painter will be Monday November 23, 2015 at Salem Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Salem Cemetery. In lieu

of flowers, donations may be made to Salem Missionary Baptist Church. Full obituary will be posted at a later date.

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PALADINO, Dulcie Fay Paladino

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 17 February 2017)

Dulcie Fay Paladino, age 85, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Friday, February 17, 2017 at South Georgia Medical Center. She

was born on February 20, 1931 in Rushsylvania, Ohio to Ivan and Viola (Neeper) Ensley. Along with her parents, she was

preceded in death by 2 brothers, John Hershel, Norman, and a sister, Ellen. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Patsy

Paladino of Valdosta, GA; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Sandra & Larry Yarbrough of Valdosta, GA; 2 grandchildren, Jetty (Dean)

Poling of Valdosta, GA; Cindy (Craig) Bardes of Valdosta, GA; 5 great-grandchildren, Brian (Katy), Daniel, Matthew, Andrew and

James. Funeral services will be Monday, February 20, 2017 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to

follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens.

PALADINO, Patsy William Paladino Jr.


Patsy “Pat” William Paladino Jr., age 88, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at his residence surrounded by

his loving family. He was born on June 29, 1929 in Du Bois, PA to Pasquale and Maria Grazia (Parulo) Paladino. He served his

country proudly in the United States Air Force where he retired as a Master Sergeant. After retiring, he worked with sheet

metal at Hughes Supply working at Walt Disney World in Florida installing the original lighting and built and installed the water

fountain in Lake Eola in Orlando, FL. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dulcie Fay (Ensley)

Paladino; his brothers, Angelo, Daniel, Anthony, Albert and by his sisters, Carmella and Susan. Survivors include his daughter &

son in-law, Sandra & Larry Yarbrough of Valdosta, GA; granddaughters, Jetty & Dean Poling of Valdosta, GA, Cindy & Craig

Bardes of Valdosta, GA; 5 great grandchildren, Brian Poling, Daniel Poling, Matthew Poling, Andrew Bardes, James Bardes;

sisters, Yolanda Paladino of Du Bois, PA and Jennie Botts of Du Bois, PA. Per Pat’s wishes, he will be cremated and a private

family celebration of life will be held at a later date. The Paladino Family is being cared for by the professional and

compassionate staff of Music Funeral Services in Valdosta, GA.

PALAGYI, Helen Palagyi

(Abstracted from 16 January 2018 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida)

Helen Palagyi, age 91, passed away on Friday, Jan. 12. Helen was born in Madison, on Oct. 17, 1927, to Vergie and B.C. Fox. Helen

was a star bowler with the Tallahassee Bowling League and loved to fish. She worked for the State of Florida Environmental

Protection Department for four years, along with being a homemaker. Helen is preceded in death by three sisters and five

brothers. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Edward Palagyi; two sons: Robert (Leslie) Taylor and Tommy

Palagyi; daughter, Cindy (Bert) Bishop; two grandchildren: Marcy Parrish and Robert Taylor, Jr.; and four great-grandchildren.

Bevis Funeral Home, in Crawfordville, is assisting the family with arrangements.

PALAZZOLO, Clement Anthony Palazzolo, Jr.

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 23 February 2011)

Mr. Clement Anthony Palazzolo, Jr., age 63, of Jacksonville, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2011 at his residence. He was

born in Washington, DC and he had resided in Douglas, GA for many years before moving to Amelia Island in 2000. Mr. Palazzolo

had worked as a commercial photographer. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and golf which was emphasized by his

membership at the Douglas Golf and Country Club and the Golf Club of Amelia Island. Mr. Palazzolo had attended St. Michael

Catholic Church on Amelia Island, FL and was a U.S. Army Veteran. He leaves behind his son: Charles Andrew Palazzolo

(Stephanie Kozlik), Jacksonville, FL; his former wife: Joan Palazzolo, Amelia Island, FL, 1 brother: Brian Palazzolo, Alexandria,

VA; and 1 niece: Angela. Funeral services were Tuesday, February 1, 2011, at the Burgess Chapel of Oxley Heard Funeral Home.

He was laid to rest at a later date.

PALERINO, Francis Palerino

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 10 March 2016)

Francis "Frank" Palerino, age 64, of Lakeland passed away Thursday, March 10, 2016 in the VA Hospital in Gainesville, FL after a

lengthy illness. He was born August 3, 1951 in Pottsville, PA to the late Joseph and Georgina Reichert Palerino. Mr. Palerino

served in the United Stated Navy as a Navy SEAL. Along with his parents, Mr. Palerino was preceded in death by a sister, Anna

Reber. Survivors include his wife of 43 years Beverly Palerino of Lakeland 1 daughter Natalie (Dale Tyson) Ives of Hahira, GA; 1

son Nathan (Anna Jones) of Augusta, GA; grandchildren; Jenna Ives, Gavin Ives, Garrett Ives, Macie Palerino, Morgan Palerino;

2 sisters; 4 brothers; several nieces and nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be Monday, March 14,

2016 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services. As per Mr. Palerino's wishes he will be cremated following the services.

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In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart association, American Cancer Association,

or to the Local VA. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is serving the family.

PALHOF, Vincent Charles Palhof

(Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, March 27, 2013)

Vincent Charles Palhof, age 92, passed away March 22, 2013 in Madison. He was born November 16, 1920 to Martin and Lillie

Palhof at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Richmond Hill, NY. When Vincent was nine, he contracted Polio, St. Vitus’ dance, and

rheumatic fever, all at the same time. He had a healthy recovery against all odds. He grew up in the restaurant and hotel

business in various states. After graduating from Bernardsville High School in NJ, Vincent went to work in New York City in

1938. He worked various jobs including Sunbeam, Toastmaster, and Mutual Life Insurance on Wall Street while attending night

school. When called, he served honorably in the Army Air Force during World War II from 1942-1945 in England, France,

Belgium, and Germany. After the War, he returned to New York, where he and his parents bought a small resort in New

Hampshire called Breezy Point Inn. His father was the chef and Vincent was the manager with his mother assisting. He had five

children by his first wife while living at Breezy Point. He worked for various local and distant companies every winter when the

Inn was closed. The Inn’s business grew and Vincent would build more motel units to house people coming from all over the

world, including many from the UN. Vincent was skilled at many trades and was interested in civic affairs where he was a

volunteer fireman and member of several business associations. He retired after 42 years and moved to Madison, where he

busily served the community for various causes. He was a member of the Rotary Club, a master Mason of the Harmony Lodge

#38 in Hillsboro, NH, the Madison Lodge #11, and attained the 32nd degree at the Madison Shrine Club (Marzuq) in Madison.

Vincent married LaTrelle Dampier Russ on January 16, 1993 in Valdosta, and have made Madison their home since then. Vincent

was a lifelong learner who was not afraid of adventure, and a true lover of life. He is survived by his loving wife, LaTrelle;

children, Lynn Peasley; Glenn Palhof (Kathleen); Eric Palhof (Richiko); Daryl Farrington (Steven); Wendy Rice (Dell); stepson Paul

Andy Russ (Lynn); 17 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, his brother Roy Palhof of New Hampshire, and many nieces and

nephews. There will be a service at his home for friends and family Saturday. Interment will be at Riverview Memorial Gardens

at a later date. In lieu of flowers, his family asks that donations be made to a charity of your choice.

PALMER, Betty Jane Palmer

(Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 6 April 2020)

Betty Jane Palmer, age 87, of Ochlocknee, GA, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2020 at Cobblestone Rehabilitation &

Healthcare Center in Moultrie, GA. Mrs. Palmer was born in Thomasville, GA on September 2, 1932 to the late Ruben Vick and

Armissie Williamson Vick. She married Charlie Palmer who preceded her in death. Survivors include her children, Abby Creech

of Coolidge, GA, sons, Charlie David Palmer (Sherry) of Meigs, GA, Jackie Dearold Palmer of Ochlocknee, GA and Ricky Lester

Palmer (Anna) of Coolidge, GA, 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a sister Mary Walker of Norman Park, GA.

PALMER, David Brian Palmer

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 16 April 2015)

David Brian Palmer, age 50, of Perry, FL, passed away April 17, 2015, at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare. Brian was born

December 22, 1964 in Perry, FL, to Rabrun G. Palmer and Syble (Blair) Palmer. Mr. Palmer was a member of The Church of God in

Perry. David graduated from Taylor County High School class of 1983. He worked with Watkins as a construction worker. Brian

loved to spend time and do things for his son. He enjoyed fishing, and being outside, and was frequently seen cruising around

Perry on his bicycle. Brian was preceded in death by maternal grandparents L.D. and Eunice Blair, paternal grandparents James

and Minnie Lee Palmer. Brian is survived by his parents Rabrun and Syble Palmer of Perry, 1 son David Brian Palmer of Perry, 1

brother Michael (Shonda) Palmer of Perry, 3 sisters Rita (Mack) Phillips of Covington, GA, Nikki Palmer of Perry, and Danielle

(Stephen) Brown of Perry, and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at The Church of God on Tuesday,

April 21, 2015. Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P.

Burns Funeral Home.

PALMER, David Ray Palmer, Jr.

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 1 December 2017)

David Ray Palmer, Jr., age 38, of Perry, FL, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2017 in Perry. He was affectionately known as

'BOBO' to his family and friends. David was born on January 19, 1979 in Lakeland, GA. He was the son of the late Ms. Sharon

Ann Floyd of Perry, FL. David is survived by his partner of 7 years, Ms. Jacqualene Palmer and son Elijah Palmer. David is also

survived by brothers: Wallace, Kevin, Jay and Chad Floyd, and one sister, Bridgette Floyd; his grandmother Ms. Betty Owens,

and aunts Carla Floyd, Lillie Johnson, Leonia Owens and a host of nephews, nieces and cousins. David had been employed locally

by Robert R. Swain for the past 4 years and was a certified auto mechanic. David loved hunting, fishing and swimming and was a

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talented tattoo artist. He was loved by all who knew him. His memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 7th, 2017 at

Burns Funeral Home, Perry, Florida.

PALMER, Harry C. Palmer

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 9, 1970)

Harry C. Palmer died in South Miami December 26th, 1969 after a long illness. Mr. Palmer, age 70, a former resident of Madison

was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John J. Palmer of Madison. His wife is a relative of Mrs. A. W. Vann of Madison. He

received his education in the Madison Public Schools and one year at the Riverside Military Academy at Gainesville, GA. He was

a Veteran of World War I and a Mason. He moved to South Miami from Madison in 1922. Surviving are his wife and two

daughters and several grandchildren; a sister Mrs. Harvey Mae Palmer of Leawood, KS; and a brother-in-law Dr. J. Archer

Smith of Homestead. Funeral services were held at Lithgow – Wilhelm Funeral Home Tuesday December 30th with the interment

in Miami Memorial Park.

PALMER, Joe Palmer

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia)

Graveside services for Joe “GI” Palmer, 76, of Thomasville will be Saturday, November 24, 2012 at Little Ochlocknee Baptist

Church Cemetery. Mr Palmer was born on December 24, 1935 in Thomasville to the late Willie Lester Palmer and Rena Adele

McGarrah. He worked during his life as a self-employed Sheet Metal Mechanic for HVAC systems. Mr. Palmer married Ms. Betty

Parker Palmer of Thomasville on December 23, 1965 who survives. He was of the Baptist faith and Mr. Palmer departed this life

on Thursday, November 22, 2012 at his home. Survivors the cherish his memory include his sons Timothy Joe Palmer and Teddy

Mark Palmer both of Ochlocknee; daughter Tammie Palmer Blackburn (Jody) of Moultrie; granddaughter Chelsea Palmer Phelps

(James) of Thomasville; Tyler Austin Palmer and Nicholas Joe Palmer both of Ochlocknee; granddaughter Kirsten Leigh

Blackburn of Moultrie; great-grandsons Dawson Reed Phelps and Mason Bennett Phelps both of Thomasville; brother Curtis

“Bubba” Palmer of Valdosta; sisters Ann Gunter (Jimmy) of Thomasville and Jimmie Peeples (Ernest) of Zephyrhills, FL; and

numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: parents, two sisters, Lynette Daniels, Myrtle Palmer, three

brothers, Henry Palmer, C. D. Palmer and Dee Dee Palmer. In Lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to The American Cancer

Society or Hospice of Southwest Georgia. The family will receive friends at the home of Joe Palmer at your convenience.

PALMER, Joseph S. Palmer Sr.


Joseph S. Palmer Sr., 87, of Waycross, died Saturday (Nov. 16, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. He was born in

Waycross to the late Samuel Sanders Palmer and Jessie Lee Johnson Palmer. He served during World War II and the Korean

Conflict as a member of the United States Marines. He worked for Southern Bell as both a telephone lineman and test board

operator. He retired in 1983 after 35 years of service. He was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. At the time of

his death he was the longest standing parishioner in the church. In his younger years, he used his handyman skills to volunteer

at the church, and served as youth leader and Boy Scout Troop Leader. In 2009, he and his wife were honored with the

Gartland Award. As an accomplished carpenter he loved woodworking. He also loved fishing and spending time with his children,

grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Nina Evelyn

Palmer, a son, Michael Christopher Palmer, a sister, Doris Waldron, and two brothers, Paul Palmer and infant Sam Palmer. He is

survived by 4 children, Joseph S. (Pamela) Palmer Jr., of Fernandina Beach, FL, Michele Palmer (Eddie) Harris, of Waycross,

Mary Palmer (Chris) Williams, of Valdosta, Samuel Mark Palmer, of Waycross; his grandchildren, Trey (Leigh) Palmer, of

Fernandina Beach, FL, Richard (Emily) Palmer, of Yulee, FL, Sam Harris, of Quito, Ecuador, Jessie (Cody) Kalinowski, of

Valdosta, LCpl. Mike Harris, of Camp Pendleton, CA, Matthew Harris, of Waycross, Zachary Harris, of Waycross; his great-

grandchildren, Khloe Kalinowski, Colton Kalinowski, Dean Palmer, Loraleigh Palmer, Joe Palmer IV; 2 sisters, Mary Smith, of

Clewiston, FL, and Mamie Solomon, of Aiken, SC; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A Mass of the Resurrection to

celebrate his life will be Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery. Memorial

contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, “Loaves and Fishes Fund,” 2011 Darling Ave., Waycross, GA 31501.

Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PALMER, Mary Sperry Palmer

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 28, 1950)

Mary Sperry Palmer (Mrs. John J. Palmer), age 79, a former resident of Madison, and one of Madison’s most prominent and

beloved citizens of two decades ago passed away Saturday in the James Archer Smith Hospital in Homestead, FL following a

long illness. Survivors include one son, Harry C. Palmer, of Miami; two daughters, Mrs. James Archer Smith, of Miami and

Homestead; and Mrs. Stanley Casper, of Kansas City, MO; a son-in-law, Dr. James Archer Smith, of Miami and Homestead, a

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daughter-in-law, Mrs. Harry C. Palmer, of Miami; five grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Ida Avery, of Canandaigua, NY and Miss

Julia Sperry, of Rochester, NY. Funeral services were held Monday morning at the graveside in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Mrs.

Mary Sperry Palmer was born in Canandaigua, NY daughter of a prominent family of Upper New York State. She was married to

Mr. John Palmer in young womanhood and came to Madison about 45 years ago. She resided at Champaign, about six miles west

of Madison, where Palmer and Sons were engaged in lumber, turpentine and farming. She had been living in Miami and

Homestead for the past twenty years. She was preceded in death by her husband, and one son, Leroy Palmer, a number of years

ago.

PALMER, R. H. Palmer

(Abstracted from the 19 November 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

R.H. “Ronnie” Palmer, age 69, died peacefully Saturday (Nov. 14, 2015) at his residence in Jamestown. He was a native of Miami,

FL, but he moved to Waycross in 1974 with CSX. In 2005, he retired from CSX Railroad as a conductor and yardmaster after

42 years of service. He was also a member of the United Transportation Union (UTU). He worked the yard and road service in

Hialeah, FL, and Waycross. He spent the last year of his life enjoying his retirement, gardening, and watching NASCAR and the

Ware County Football Team. He was the son of the late G.H. Palmer and Virginia Martin Palmer. He was preceded in death by

one brother, Roger Palmer. Survivors include his wife, Sandi L. Wright Palmer of Waycross; 3 sons, Wade R. Faucher of

Winchester, VA, Chris L. (Heather) Faucher of Londonderry, NH, and Carl R. (Roxanne) Palmer of Denton, TX; 1 daughter,

Jennifer Palmer of Jacksonville, FL; 8 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild, Roman; 1 brother, Carl A. (Sue) Palmer; 1 sister, Pamela

J. Williams; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service celebrating the life of Ronnie Palmer will be Saturday at the

Music Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, www.heart.org

PALMER, Rabrun Green Palmer


Mr. Rabrun Green Palmer, age 75, of Perry, FL, passed away on January 14, 2019 at his home following an extended illness.

Rabrun was born November 7, 1943 in Cabbage Grove, FL to James Kent Palmer and Minnie Lee Jackson Palmer. He attended

Taylor County High School where he was a member of the track team. He was of the Christian faith and was a member of The

Church of God in Perry. Rabrun worked as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for more than 50 years with Florida Division of Forestry

and enjoyed playing guitar, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, James

and Minnie Lee Palmer, and a son, David Brian Palmer. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Syble Ann Blair Palmer; 1 son,

Rabrun Michael (Shonda) Palmer of Tallahassee, FL; 3 daughters, Rita Palmer (Mack) Phillips of Covington, GA, Jessica Nikki

Palmer, and spouse Julie Strawn Palmer, of Perry, Danielle (Stephen) Brown of Perry; 2 brothers, Bruce Palmer of Jesup, GA,

and William Palmer of Perry; 1 sister, Bessie Bryant of St. Mary, KS; 8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, as well as a host of

nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be at The Church of God. Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial

Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PALMER, Timothy Joe Palmer

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, June 30th, 2014)

Services for Timothy Joe Palmer, age 44, of Ochlocknee, are Thursday, July 3, 2014, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home.

Interment follows in Little Ochlocknee Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Palmer died June 30, 2014 at his residence. Born July 19,

1969 in Thomasville, he was the son of Betty Parker Palmer and the late Joe “GI” Palmer. He attended Central High School, was

of the Baptist faith and a mechanic with Palmer Sheet Metal. Survivors include 1 daughter, Chelsea P. (James) Phelps of

Thomasville; his mother, Betty P. Palmer of Ochlocknee; 1 brother, Ted Palmer of Ochlocknee; 1 sister, Tammie (Jody)

Blackburn of Thomasville; and 2 grandchildren, Dawson Phelps and Mason Phelps of Thomasville.

PALMER, James Robert Palmer

(Abstracted from the January 13, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

NAHUNTA — James Robert “Bob” Palmer, 70, of Nahunta died Saturday (Jan. 11, 2014) at his residence after an extended

illness. Born in Patmos, GA, he was the son of Benjamin and Melba Champion Palmer. He was a heavy equipment operator for

Spirit Construction and loved hunting and fishing. Bob “Pa” spent most of his time with his best little buddy Brayden, “Bray,” who

had softened his heart and made many memories that will never be forgotten. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Helen

LaJean White Palmer, of Nahunta; 4 daughters and sons-in-law, Diane (Jop) Durrence, of Smyrna, Denise (Mike) Moody, of

Waycross, Pam (Fred) Gregg, of Leesburg, FL, and Priscilla Sheppard Gibson, of Hickox; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren;

special grandson, Brayden Robert Gibson, of Hickox; 2 brothers and a sister-in-law, Jerry (Linda) Palmer and Claude Palmer, all

of Atlanta; a sister, Irene Hawkins, of Attapulgus; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held

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Tuesday afternoon at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in New Hope Cemetery, Hickox. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral

Home, Nahunta.

PALMER, Ruby Stone Palmer


Ruby Stone Palmer, 74, died Monday (Sept. 18, 2006) at South Georgia Medical Center, following an extended illness. She was

born in Alapaha on Oct. 16, 1931 to the late Jim Buster and Frannie Jane Dubose Stone. She was a retired industrial worker at

Brockway Standard and a member of the Shiloh Southern Congregational Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her

husband, Willie Palmer, one son, Roger Palmer, and one brother, Charlie Stone. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law,

Libby and Tony Meeler, of Sparks; four sons and daughters-in-law, Virgil and Maria Palmer, Michael and Darlene Palmer, and

Tony Palmer, all of Homerville, and Richard and Gail Palmer, of Valdosta; two brothers and sisters- in-law, Lester and Lucille

Stone, of Lenox, and Vick and Deloris Stone, of Tifton; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. A

funeral will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Shiloh Southern Congregational Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Red Bluff

Cemetery in Atkinson County. The body will remain at the funeral home where the family will receive friends tonight from 7 to

9. Roundtree Funeral Home of Homerville is serving the Palmer family.

PALMER, Walter Alfred Palmer

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 7, 2008)

Walter Alfred Palmer, 90, of Waycross died Saturday (Jan. 5, 2008) at Baptist Village. He was born Feb. 1, 1917 in Jacksonville,

Fla. to the late Alfred Palmer and Georgia Weathersbee. He was a 1940 graduate of The Citadel University. Shortly after

graduation from The Citadel he enlisted in the United States Army. While in the Army he served during World War II as a B-

29 bomber pilot in the 504th Bomb Group. One of his greatest joys was attending the 504th Bomb Group's yearly reunions that

were held all over the United States. He was retired from the United States Post Office where he worked as a mail clerk. He

was a member of Brooks United Methodist Church before moving his membership to First Baptist Church. He was a member of

the Waycross Masonic Lodge No. 305 F&AM, Hasan and Waycross Shrine Club. He was preceded in death by his parents and his

wife, Olga Mortonson Palmer. Survivors include his children, Judy Braddy, of Waycross, Al Palmer (and his wife Linda), of

Blackshear, Carol Maloch (and her husband Hardy), of Jacksonville; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two great-great-

grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Adams (and her husband Charlie), of Indianapolis, Ind.; and numerous other relatives.

A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The

family requests members of the Waycross Masonic Lodge No. 305 F&AM, Hasan and Way-cross Shrine Club to serve as

honorary pallbearers and should gather at the funeral home by 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. The family is gathering at the home of his

daughter, Judy Braddy, 604 Kenwood Drive, Waycross. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 702

Elizabeth St., Waycross, Ga. 31501, or Baptist Village Retirement Communities, 2650 Carswell Ave., Waycross, Ga. 31501.

Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com

PANAWAY, John Ashley Panaway


John Ashley Panaway, age 65, of Live Oak, FL, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018. He was born in Lee, FL moving to Live

Oak twenty years ago from Hamilton County, FL. He worked as a grader operator for the Suwannee County Road Department

for many years. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Above all else, what he valued most was the time he spent with

his family. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Bass Panaway, Live Oak; three sons, Charlie Crews, Williston, FL; Lee (Danielle)

Connors and Chaise Connors, both of Jasper, FL; two daughters; Joy Thomas, Lake City, FL and Elizabeth Crews, Live Oak; one

brother, Terry Williams, Tallahassee, FL; three sisters, Martha (Bradley) Smith, Starke, FL; Patricia (Jim) Whitehead and

Dama (Jeff) Murphy both of Tallahassee, FL and four grandchildren. Harris Funeral Home and Cremations, Inc. in Live Oak, FL

is entrusted with the arrangements. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 25, 2018 in the Brody Harris Memorial Chapel.

Interment will follow in the Friendship Baptist Church cemetery.

PANDY, Lula Pandy

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday April 9, 1903)

Lula Pandy died April 5th at Greenville and was buried by the S. M. B.

No record was found of the burial

PAPADEAS, Sue Herrin Papadeas


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Sue Herrin Papadeas, age 92, of Waycross, went to be with the Lord Sunday (Feb. 2, 2014). She was born in Brantley County to

the late Preston and Idell Dowling Herrin and lived here most of her life. She was a graduate of Waycross High School in the

class of 1939. She retired from CSX Railroad as a clerk. She was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church, John

Wesley Sunday School Class, United Methodist Women and Keenagers. She and her husband began local missions which is now

the House of Hope. They were both involved in the ministry at the One Way House with Martha Grice and Sylvia Evans. Her

home was always open to anyone who needed prayer or help in any way. She was truly a prayer warrior and a mighty woman of

God who was loved by many. She held a bi-weekly Bible study at her home. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death

by her husband of 52 years, Arthur Papadeas, an infant son, Arthur George Papadeas II, three brothers, Lancewell Herrin, Earl

Herrin and Cecil Herrin, a daughter-in-law, Beverly Papadeas, and a son-in-law, Clarence Edward Mullis. Survivors include 3

children, Tommy Papadeas, of Smyrna, Mary Mullis, of Waycross, and Irene (Joe) Arnold, of Blackshear; 8 grandchildren, Chase

Papadeas, of Smyrna, Tamatha Papadeas, of Dumfries, VA, Kimberly (Brad) Jordan, of Dallas, GA, Paul (Darcy) Mullis, of Atlanta,

Renee (Rodney) Thrift, of Blackshear, Theresa (Gene) Lee, of Blackshear, Lisa (Chuck) Ralls, of Blackshear, and Sarah (Greg)

Penland, of Dixie Union; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Tuesday

at Trinity United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Destination Church, 2081 Ware

St., Blackshear, GA 31516 or House of Hope, 109 Thomas St., Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of

the arrangements.

PAPP, Kari Ann Nicole Papp


Kari Ann Nicole Papp, age 29, of Panama City, FL, passed away on Wednesday (Jan. 28, 2015) at her home. Born March 4, 1985 in

Panama City, FL, she was the daughter of Mike Jarnagin and Lessie Sanders. She was a graduate of Rutherford High School and

attended church at Trinity Worship Center. She was a beautiful young lady, full of life and love. Her children were her world

and she was theirs. She was a sister that will be loved and missed by her brothers. Her friends and family loved her dearly. She

will always be in our hearts and we will continue to see her every time we look at her beautiful children, the family said. She is

survived by her parents, Mike Jarnagin and Dawn Ward, Lessie Sanders; her children, Nicholas Papp and Veronica Papp;

brothers, Byron Yancey, Tommy Yancey, Josh Ward and Shawn Ward; boyfriend, Joe Papp; father-in-law, Frank Papp; nephews,

Cody Yancey, Rigdon Yancey; nieces, Serenity Yancey and Constance Rayer; and maternal grandparent, Gladys Mcall. She was

preceded in death by a nephew, Jesse Yancey; her paternal grandparents, Darrell Kesterson and Marie Vaughn; maternal

grandparent, George Sanders. The funeral will be Monday (Feb. 9) at Affordable Funeral Care, Panama City, FL.

PAQUETTE, Arthur John Paquette

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 29 October 2018)

Mr. Arthur John Paquette, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home in Greenville, Florida on October 25, 2018. He was born

in Manchester, NH. Mr. Paquette is survived by his loving wife of sixty years, Ann; sons, Richard Paquette of Greenville, FL and

Raymond (Maureen) Paquette of Connecticut; two grandsons, Sean (Jennifer) and Colin (Kara) Paquette and two great-grandsons,

Langdon and Chase Paquette. He was a retired contractor. After retiring, he moved to Greenville, FL in 1992. He loved working

as a master carpenter, and often shared his expert knowledge with many friends. He was employed as Maintenance Engineer for

T. J. Beggs Jr. & Sons Funeral Homes for twenty- five years. Arthur enjoyed his farm and raising miniature horses, and loved all

animals, and they loved him. Mr. Paquette was a veteran. He served proudly in the United States Air Force during the Korean

War and was a member of American Legion Post 131 of Greenville, FL. He attended First United Methodist Church in Monticello,

Florida. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

PARAMORE, Mary Fife Hunter Paramore

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 4 August 2017)

Mary Fife Hunter Paramore, age 90, passed away on August 4, 2017 in Gainesville, FL after a short illness. Mary was born

October 20, 1926 in Ailee, GA to James Carl Fife and Leila Thelma Beaty Fife. Mrs. Paramore was of the Baptist faith. Mary

worked with Winn Dixie as a cashier for over 20 years retiring in 1976. She enjoyed gardening, and cooking. Mrs. Paramore

loved church and being active in it. She love to spend time with her family. Mary was preceded in death by her husband W. H.

Paramore, her parents James Carl Fife and Leila Thelma Beaty Fife, a brother Joe Fife, and a sister Juanita Hunter. Mrs.

Paramore is survived by her daughters, Brenda Dyal and Ramona White, and Margaret (Lamar) Lundy; a brother, Bill Fife, a

sister Leila Allen; 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be

Sunday, August 6, 2017 at Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PARIKH, Azad Kantilal Parikh

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 21 August 2020)

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Azad “Sam” Kantilal Parikh, age 73, of Moultrie, GA passed away on Friday, August 21, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his

loving family. He was born on February 27, 1947 in Umreth, Gujarat, India to the late Kantilal and Kantaben Parikh. He was

owner of The Moultrie Inn, in Moultrie, GA. He is preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Rajnibhai Parikh and one

sister; Jyotshnaben Desai. His survivors include loving wife of 38 years, Nayana Azad Parikh of Moultrie, GA; 2 sons: Nikul

Parikh of Moultrie, GA, Amar Parikh of Atlanta, GA; 2 brothers: Kirtibhai Parikh of Mumbai, India, Vinubhai Parikh of South

Plainfield, NJ; 2 sisters: Jyotiben Parekh of Mumbai, India, Naliniben Parikh of Mumbai, India; many nieces and nephews.

Services will be in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services – Valdosta

PARIS, Lynna Jane Paris


Lynna Jane Paris, 61, of Perry, FL, passed away Friday June 8, 2012 at Doctor’s Memorial Hospital in Perry following an

extended illness. Ms. Paris was born August 6, 1950 to the late Donald Ray McBrayer, and the former Nella Jo Hill. She has

lived in Taylor County for the last 16 years after moving from Amarillo, TX. Ms. Paris worked as a secretary for many years and

will be remembered for her kindness and for helping others. She was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Crosspoint

Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family, especially

her grandchildren. In her spare time she enjoyed fishing. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Ray McBrayer, and a

brother, Donald Joe McBrayer. She is survived by, her mother and step-father, Nella and Joe Deger, of Alvarada, TX, 1

daughter, Sherra Sadler, (Bobby), of Perry, FL, 1 step-sister, Beverly Budd, of Amarillo, TX, 3 grandchildren, and several

nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Ms. Paris will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday June 12, 2012 at Crosspoint

Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National

Psoriasis Foundation 6600 SW 92nd Ave. Ste. 300 Portland, OR 97223-7195.

PARK, Burton O. Park

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald March 15, 2006)

Burton O. Park, 95, of Edgar Road, in Axson, died Saturday morning (March 11, 2006) at his residence following an extended

illness. Born March 12, 1910 in Walton County, he was the son of Hugh Alonza and Eva Newell Treadwell Park. He made his home

in Waycross for many years before moving to Axson 10 years ago. He was a graduate of Emory University and received his

Masters Degree from the University of Georgia. He taught and was a principal in many school systems including Pearson, Axson,

Satilla, Snipesville, Douglas and Jacksonville, Fla. schools. He retired from the Ware County School System. He was a basketball

coach for many years, coaching at Coffee High, Satilla and Pearson High Schools. After retirement he taught at Southwood

School in Waycross. He enjoyed bird-watching, gardening, fishing and refinishing furniture. He was a member of the First

United Methodist Church of Waycross, the Methodist Men's Association and The Wesley Trotters. He also attended

Stokesville Baptist Church in Atkinson County. Survivors include his wife, Marian Minchew Park, of Axson; two sons, Robert

Burton Park (wife Gail), of Raleigh, N.C., Ray Lamar Park (wife Jo Ann), of Axson; one daughter, Marian Yolanda Croy, of Raleigh,

N.C.; two brothers, Benjamin Earl Park, of Jesup, and Clifford Park, of Blackshear; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren;

and several nieces and nephews. A funeral was held Monday at Stokesville Baptist Church with the Rev. Bob Pierce, Bishop

Lamar Park, the Rev. David Blalock and the Rev. Edgar Musgrove officiating. Burial followed in Stokesville Cemetery. Special

musical selections included "In The Garden" rendered by soloist Kay Pierce with Patty Spivey accompanying at the piano, "How

Great Thou Art" rendered by soloist Ed Ray, acappela, and "Blessed Assurance" rendered by the congregation with Patty Spivey

accompanying at the piano. Soft music for the prelude and postlude was provided by Patty Spivey, pianist. Serving as active

pallbearers were David Park, Scott Stewart, Jimmy Park, Scot Berry, Dwayne Croy and Ray Park. Serving as honorary

pallbearers were Wilmont Pierce, Ed Gillis, Adair Tanner, Jess Tanner, Wade Tanner, David Batchelor, Deen Strickland, Morris

Johnson, Ralph Brown, Ralph Tanner, Jonathan Tanner, David Spivey, Andy Cofield, Alex Park, Brad Park, Dr. Richard Lynch, Bill

Kirkland, Don Ray, Brad Newman and Jamie McKinnon. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson was in charge of the arrangements.

PARK, Burton O. Park


Burton O. Park, 95, of Edgar Road, in Axson, died Saturday morning (March 11, 2006) at his residence following an extended

illness. Born March 12, 1910 in Walton County, he was the son of Hugh Alonza and Eva Newell Treadwell Park. He made his home

in Waycross for many years before moving to Axson 10 years ago. He was a graduate of Emory University and received his

masters degree from the University of Georgia. He taught and was a principal in many school systems including Pearson High

School, Axson, Satilla, Snipesville, Douglas and Jacksonville, Fla. schools. He retired from the Ware County School System. He

was also a basketball coach for many years, coaching at Coffee High, Satilla and Pearson High School. After retirement, he

taught at Southwood School in Waycross. He enjoyed birdwatching, gardening, fishing and refinishing furniture. He was a

member of First United Methodist Church in Waycross, the Methodist Men's Association and The Wesley Trotters. He also

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attended Stokesville Baptist Church in Atkinson County. He is survived by his wife, Marian Minchew Park, of Axson; two sons,

Robert Burton Park (wife Gail), of Raleigh, N.C., and Ray Lamar Park (wife Joann), of Axson; one daughter, Marian Yolanda Croy,

of Raleigh, N.C.; two brothers, Benjamin Earl Park, of Jesup, and Clifford Park, of Blackshear; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-

grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A funeral was scheduled be held at 11 this morning at Stokesville Baptist Church

with the Rev. Bob Pierce, Bishop Lamar Park, the Rev. David Blalock and the Rev. Edgar Musgrove officiating. Burial will follow in

Stokesville Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson is in charge of the arrangements.

PARK, C. Marie Park


Mrs. C. Marie Park, age 78, died suddenly while being brought to the Madison hospital. Mrs. Park was the daughter of the late

David Glormeley Collins, a missionary in Thailand, Asia and Ada Pinkerton Collins. Mrs. Park was a teaching missionary in Thailand

for forty-two years for the Northern Presbyterian Church. She was born in Thailand and had also lived in China. She had

retired from active mission work and had lived here with her daughter, Mrs. C. E. Dickey, for the past fifteen years. She is

survived in addition to her daughter, by one son, John Park of Novata, CA; three sisters, Mrs. Ruth Olson, of Milwaukee, WI,

Mrs. Mabelle Coble of Richmond, IN, and Miss Eleanor Collins of Madison; three brothers, Fred Collins of Berkeley, CA, Wort

Collins, Berea, OH, Harold Collins, of Albuquerque, NM; and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Beggs

Funeral Home with interment in Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery.

PARK, Mary Syble Evans Park


Mary Syble Evans Park passed away peacefully at her home in Tallahassee, FL, Monday (Nov. 4, 2013) to her home with her

Heavenly Father because of her faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. She was born in her parents’ home in

Elmore County, AL. After growing up in rural Alabama and spending a short time in Miami, FL, she married her “Babe,” Tony Park,

and the couple relocated to Tallahassee, FL. For the next 34 years, her life was marked by a faithful and ferocious love for her

husband, her boys, her daughters-in-law and her grandchildren. Her life and love will also be remembered by the “girls” and the

patients of dentists, Dr. Louis Beall, DMD, and Dr. Landon Mazyck, DMD, where for nearly 25 years her inviting smile, gracious

welcome and infectious laughter greeted those arriving for their appointment. Her love, rooted in God’s unconditional love for

her and lavished on family, friend and stranger alike, leaves behind an indelible imprint on all those privileged to know her. “Many

women have done excellently, but you surpass them all,” She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifton and Levis Evans, and

brother Wayne Evans. Those waiting for their day to join her in heaven include her husband, Tony Park; 3 sons, Darron Moncus

(Krissy), David Moncus and Michael Park (Sara Beth); 2 brothers, Clifton Evans Jr. (Brenda) and James Evans (Kathy); 1 sister,

Sylvia Duncan (Charles); 3 grandchildren, Katy Carnicle (George), Trey Moncus and Maddy Moncus; and one great-

granddaughter, Scarlet Carnicle. “In Celebration of Syble” will be held Saturday at First Baptist Church of Quincy, FL. A

graveside service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Montgomery, AL, Sunday. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that

friends “please honor Syble with contributions to Big Bend Hospice.” Charles McClellan Funeral Home of Quincy, Fl is serving the

family.

PARK, Virginia Ester Bee Park


Virginia Ester Bee Park, age 95, of Valdosta, GA passed away at her residence on Monday, March 14, 2016. She was born on

August 6, 1920 in Chillicothe, Ohio to the late Arlie Smith and Cittie Elverta (True) Bee. Besides her parents, Ms. Park was

preceded in death by her husband, Foster L. Park; a daughter, Naia Kay Park; and a foster son, Sadao Kawaminami. Mrs. Park

worked as an office assistant in Dr. Leggit's office and was a housewife. She enjoyed Atlanta Braves baseball and NASCAR,

with her favorite driver being Jeff Gordon. Mrs. Park is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Michael (Phyllis) Park of Sparr,

FL; a son and daughter-in-law, W. Al (Christine) Park of Valdosta, GA; a foster son and daughter-in-law, Moni (Remani) Pillai of

Kerala, India; a foster son, Don Hutson of Kingsport, TN; a stepbrother, Eugene Vinings of Chillicothe, OH; and a number of

nieces, nephews, and extended family members. No formal services will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers, please make

contributions to Kingsport Center of Opportunity, c/o Frontier Health, P. O. Box 2226, Johnson City, TN 37605. Music Funeral

Services, Valdosta, is serving the Park family.

PARK, William Hugh Park, Sr.


Mr. William Hugh Park, Sr., age 92, of West Green, GA, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at Hospice House in

Waycross, GA. He was born September 24, 1922, in Washington County, GA, to the late Willie Morris and Carrie Cochran Park.

He was a World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient. As a faithful member of West Green Baptist Church, he was known

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for his love for the Lord and his enjoyment of Sunday school and family night suppers. He retired after thirty years of service

as a soil conservation engineer, and the remainder of his years he spent doing what he loved - farming. He will be remembered

for his skill to cultivate a garden that produced an abundance of delicious produce, and his generosity to share the bountiful

crop with others. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thalia June (Rowell) Park, and two brothers, Allen Park, and Willie Park.

Survivors include 2 sons, Tony Park of Tallahassee, FL; Bill (Melissa) Park of Tifton, GA; 2 daughters, Margaret (Jim) Fairley of

Blackshear, GA; Amy (Scott) Moye of Waycross, GA; 9 grandchildren, Michael (Sara Beth) Park of Quincy, FL; Darron Moncus

of Byron, GA; David Moncus of Tallahassee, FL; Phillip (Stacy) Park of Acworth, GA; Jason (Sierra) Park of Eastman, GA;

Jonathan Fairley of Savannah, GA; Meg (Will) Wood of Hazlehurst, GA; Mallory and Molly Moye of Waycross, GA; 5 great

grandchildren, Will Park and Maggie Park of Acworth, GA, Katy (George) Carnicle of Jacksonville, FL; Trey and Maddie Moncus

of Byron, GA; 1 great-great-grandchild, Jasper Carnicle of Jacksonville, FL; 4 sisters, Lila Fletcher of Douglas, GA, Ila Austin

(S.G.) of Denton, GA; Louise Holton of Lake Wales, FL; and Chloe Courson of West Green, GA; 4 sisters-in-law Audrey Smith of

Douglas, GA; Elaine Rowell of Jacksonville, FL; Juawan Park of Douglas, GA; Jo Rowell of Moneta, VA; and numerous nieces and

nephews. A funeral was held Saturday, February 7, 2015, at West Green Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to

West Green Baptist Church, 20848 US Highway 221 N, West Green, GA 31567 or Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way,

Waycross, GA 31501. Sims Funeral Home of Douglas, GA will be in charge of arrangements.

PARKER, Ann Rutledge Packer

(Abstracted from the July 22, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Ann Rutledge Packer died Thursday (July 3, 2014). A native of Florence, SC, she was born July 22, 1920, a daughter of the late

Robert Kennedy Rutledge and Mary Louise Scarborough Rutledge. She graduated from Florence (S.C.) High School and received

her bachelor of science degree, Magna Cum Laude, from Furman University. She also completed graduate studies in laboratory

sciences at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. She lived a long and full life, and enriched the lives of all of

those around her. She was a tireless volunteer who wanted to make her community a better place in which to live. She lived for

many years in Jenkintown, PA, where she was a co-founder, board member and for several years, president of the Jenkintown

Day Nursery, one of the first daycare centers anywhere in that part of the country. She also served on the Ladies Auxiliary of

Abington Memorial Hospital until moving to Waycross in 1971. After moving to Waycross, she became interested in the concept

of Hospice. She traveled to England to learn about Hospice, and upon her return, she co-founded Hospice Satilla. She served on

the board of Hospice Satilla for many years. She also served on the board of the Waycross College Foundation, and was active

in the Woman's Auxiliary of the Ware County Medical Association. She was a member of the Daughters of the American

Revolution. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Waycross, where she served on and chaired several committees. In

1993, she and her husband, Dr. Robert M. Packer Jr., moved to Myrtle Beach, SC, and in 2000, to Athens. She became a member

of First Baptist Church of Athens. She loved reading every kind of book. She loved needle work, bridge, bingo and chocolate.

But more than anything, she loved her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert M. Packer Jr., M.D. Survivors

include her son and daughter-in-law, Robert M. Packer III, M.D., and his wife Susan J. Packer, of Waycross; her daughter, Ann

Packer Guillot, M.D., and husband, Frank M. Guillot, of Burlington, VT; and her son, Kennedy Rutledge Packer and wife Rhonda

Hefner-Packer, Ph.D., of Athens; her grandchildren, Jamie and Pam Packer, of Houston, TX, Rusty and Courtney Packer, of

Portland, ME, Brooks Packer and April Smith, of Valdosta, John and Christine Guillot, of Seattle, WA, Mary L. Guillot, M.D., of

Sioux Falls, SD, Lily E. Guillot, Ph.D. and Alexander Smith, of New Haven, CT, Millicent and Jonathon McWilliams, Margaret E.

Packer and Robert K. Packer, of Athens; 9 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family

asks that donations be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501 or the Waycross College Foundation,

2001 South Georgia Parkway, Waycross, GA 31501.

PARKER, Betty Lou Carlton Parker


Services for Betty Lou Carlton Parker of Graceville, FL, are Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel and

interment is in Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Parker died Sunday, Nov. 27, at Plantation Manor in Thomasville. Born Feb. 13, 1933 in

Thomasville, GA, she is the daughter of the late Kermit Carlton and Leta Rehberg Carlton. On July 23, 1952, in Thomasville, she

married Charles R. Parker of Graceville, FL. She was a homemaker and a member of Damascus Baptist Church in Graceville.

Survivors include her husband, Charles R. Parker of Graceville; son, Charles R. (Roy) Parker Jr. (Cynthia) of Thomasville;

daughters, Gena Keszthelyi (Steve) of Pensacola, FL, Christy Parker-Priest of Thomasville; grandchildren, Rachel Parker of San

Diego, CA, Charles R. Parker III of Graceville, Thomas (T.C.) Parker of San Diego, Steven Keszthelyi and Jacob Keszthelyi of

Pensacola, FL and Nicklaus Priest of Thomasville; and a sister, Jan VanHeiningen of Thomasville.

PARKER, Betty June Parker

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 17 March 2020)

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Betty June Parker, age 79, of Valdosta, GA, formerly of Mobile, AL, passed away, Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at the Presbyterian

Home in Quitman, GA. Betty was born June 7, 1940, in Semmes, AL to the late Murray L.V. and Thelma Cowart Rester. She was

a graduate of Semmes High School and was a homemaker. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Francis

Elliot Parker; her sons: Eugene B. Parker Jr. and Joseph A. Parker; one sister: Anita R. Cunningham; and one brother: Murry

Rester. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law: Cheryl P. (Harry) Britton of Wesley Chapel, FL; Lori P. (Justin) Nehring

of Valdosta, GA; a daughter-in-law: Melonee Rouse Parker of Moss Point, MS; grandchildren: Harry (Mary Ellen) Britton V of

Port St. Lucie, FL; Keith (Emily) Maxey II of Lakeland, FL; Zade Parker of Moss Point, MS; Che (Krista) Parker of Moss Point,

MS; Taylor Britton of Land-O-Lakes, FL; Sarah (Chad) Bohler of Lakeland, FL; great grandchildren: Maliha Kiernan of Land-O-

Lakes, FL; Klay Maxey of Lakeland, FL; Braxton Bohler of Lakeland, FL; Keeley Maxey of Lakeland, FL; Alyvia Parker of Moss

Point, MS; Audrey Parker of Moss Point, MS; 1 sister: Thelma (Jerry) Sheffield of Semmes, AL; and 1 brother: Terry Rester of

Mobile, AL. Due to the ongoing concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, private family services will be held, in the Valdosta

Chapel of Music Funeral Services. A private family burial will be held at a later date.

PARKER, Betty Mae Parker


Mrs. Betty “Mawmaw” Mae Parker, age 81, passed away August 26, 2017. Mawmaw was born August 6, 1936 in Huntington, WV to

George Collins and Marie Barrett Collins. Mawmaw worked with the public and touched a lot of lives. She was preceded in death

by her husband James Ira Parker Sr., her parents George Collins and Marie Barrett, three brothers and three sisters. She is

survived by four children: Debra (Howard) Sadler; Terrie (Tommy) Granthum; Jimmy (Tina) Parker and Leeann (Eddie)

Tomlinson; one sister Sarah Gardiner; 12 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral

Services will be Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Crosspoint Baptist Fellowship. Interment services will follow immediately

afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PARKER, Beverly Howell Parker


Mrs. Beverly Howell Parker, 50, of Perry, FL passed away Saturday, September 28, 2013 at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville following

a lengthy battle with cancer. Beverly was born February 11, 1963 in Perry, FL, to Walter and Betty (Burroughs) Howell Jr. Mrs.

Parker was preceded in death by her grandparents Herbert and Grace Burroughs and Walter and Ola Mae Howell. Mrs. Parker

was a member of Midway Baptist Church in Perry. She was a graduate of Taylor County High School and received an A.A. Degree

in General Education from North Florida Junior College. She worked as an administrative assistant for United Welding Services

before retiring in 2007 due to medical issues. Her motto was “My God is big and my faith is strong”. She wanted people to see

Christ in her through how she handled the challenges of life and her medical issues. She wrote this statement; “I love my God

with all my mind, body, and spirit. I love Him with every fiber of my being. My God has blessed me richly for which I’m humbly

thankful. I thank God for loving me enough to send Jesus to earth to live, teach, and die for me. His blood covers me and praise

God He is alive!” In her spare time she enjoyed spending time with her family, fishing, reading, and visiting Cedar Key. She is

survived by her husband of 32 years, Cla Parker, 1 son, Rev. "Chip" Parker, and his wife Leigh Anne, 2 grandsons Haddon and

Chasen, all of Mayo, Her parents, Walter A. Howell Jr. and Betty Jo Howell, of Steinhatchee, FL, 3 brothers, Vance Howell, of

Perry, Shannon Howell, of Niceville, FL, and Wade Howell, of Defuniak Springs, FL, 1 sister, Cindy Carter, of Nashville, TN, as

well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at New Home

Baptist Church in Perry. Interment will follow in Carlton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the

American Diabetes Association and /or to the Midway Baptist Church Technology Project. All arrangements are under the care

of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PARKER, Bobby Fred Parker, Jr.


Mr. Bobby Fred Parker, Jr., age 36, of Douglas, passed away at his residence on Monday, February 15, 2010. Mr. Parker was a

member of the Fales Pentecostal Church. Survivors include his wife: Regina Diane Parker of Douglas, GA; 2 daughters: Chassity

Parker and Brittany Parker both of Douglas, GA; 3 stepsons: Fred Sanders, Joshua Sanders and Ryan Sanders all of Douglas,

GA; parents: Bobby Fred Parker, Sr. and Debbie Bass Parker of Douglas, GA; sister: Tammy (Michael) Drake of Lyons, GA;

grandmother: Maudell Williams of Moultrie, GA; grandmother: Ruby Giddens of Albany GA; 2 nieces: Kimberly Drake and

Madison of Lyons, GA; and 2 nephews: Michael and Steven Tyler Drake of Lyons, GA. Graveside services and interment were

held in the Douglas City Cemetery on Thursday, February 18, 2010. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

PARKER, Bobby Joe Parker


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Bobby Joe “BJ” Parker, age 76, of Perry, FL, passed away August 15, 2015, at his residence in Perry. BJ was born February 4,

1939 in Atmore, AL, to the late Milton Rogers Parker and Constance Cole (Lambert) Parker. BJ was was a member of Calvary

Baptist Church in Perry. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was an electrician by trade and was a retired

member of the IBEW 1205. He also retired as maintenance superintendent from the Department of Corrections. He was an avid

reader of western and history books and loved to watch NASCAR and auto auctions. He was preceded in death by one brother

William Parker, one sister Dorothy Croft, and one stepson Steven Shoaff. BJ is survived by his companion and wife of 32 years

Donna Parker; 1 daughter Kimberly Sparks, 2 granddaughters: Kristi Brooke (Chad) Bush of Perry, Brittany (Willie) Gonzalez of

Destin, FL. 3 great grandchildren; 1 stepson Randy (Susan) Shoaff of Perry, 5 step grandchildren, and numerous nieces and

nephews; 1 brother Gene (Dorothy) Parker of Bay Minette, AL, and 1 sister Irene Waller-Parker. A memorial service will be at

Calvary Baptist Church on Saturday, August 22, 2015. His final resting place will be in Mineola, AL. Memorial contributions can

be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PARKER, Burie Graham Parker

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/06/burie-graham-parker/)

Burie Graham Parker, age 72, of Hahira died Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at her home. She was born in Barwick, GA on July 12, 1946

to the late Lewis V. and Winifred Verna Clanton Graham and was a lifelong resident of this area. Mrs. Parker was a member of

Fellowship Baptist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and was member of the Hahira Historical Society. She was

employed by Chick-fil-A on Inner Perimeter Road in Valdosta until her health no longer permitted her to work. Survivors include

her husband, Gerald D. Parker of Hahira; two daughters and a son in law, Pamela Parker of Hahira, Anita and Jason Lindsey of

Macon; her grandchildren, Mauricia and Daniel Blackwell of Harpers Ferry, WV, Caleb Lindsey of Macon; two great

grandchildren, Olivia Blackwell, Amelia Blackwell; three sisters and two brothers in law, Annette and Turner Strickland of

Orange Park, FL, Barbara Jean Floyd of Barney, Merle and Bob Scherle of Bolivia, NC; two brothers and sisters in law, Lewis V.

(Bill) and Cindy Graham of Valdosta, David and Sharon Graham of Barney; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in

death by a sister, Elizabeth Rose. Funeral services will be at Fellowship Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Morrison

Cemetery in Brooks County. Martin/McLane Funeral Home in Hahira is entrusted with the arrangements.

PARKER, Charles Alvin Parker

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 10, 2006)

Charles Alvin Parker, 66, died suddenly Thursday (June 8, 2006) in Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, Fla. He was born Oct.

19, 1939 in Nash County, N.C., to Joyce Leggett Parker, of Lyons, and the late Edward Clegg Parker. He had lived in Clinch

County since August 1967. He was a retired industrial arts teacher at Clinch County High School. He was a member of the

Trinity Baptist Church, Retired Teachers Association, Masons and Shriners. Survivors other than his mother are his wife,

Marion Kight Parker, of Homerville; one daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Chad Brown, of Homerville; two grandchildren,

Parker Brown and Logan Brown, of Homerville; two sisters, Martha Abernathy, of Lyons, and Betty Parker, of Savannah; and

several other relatives. The funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Homerville First Baptist Church. Burial will be in the North

Cemetery near DuPont. The body will remain at the funeral home where the family will receive friends tonight from 6 until 8.

The body will be carried to the church one hour prior to the services. Roundtree Funeral Home, 240 E. Dame Ave., Homerville, is

serving the Parker family.

PARKER, Clarence S. Parker

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 18 June 2018)

Rev. Clarence S. “Clare” Parker, age 94, Live Oak, FL passed away Thursday, June 14, 2018. The Darby, FL native moved to Live

Oak in 1949 from Jacksonville, FL and was in the Coast Guard. He started preaching in 1962 and was a member of First Baptist

Church. Rev. Parker is survived by his wife of 71 years, Evie Parker, Live Oak, FL; three sons: Larry (Pat) Parker, Crystal River,

FL, Ronnie (Sandra) Parker, Live Oak, FL, Brian (Sonny) Parker, Monticello, FL; seven grandchildren and three great-

grandchildren. Services will be Monday, June 18th at First Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Live Oak Cemetery.

PARKER, Connie Parker


Connie Parker, age 80, of Waycross, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Saturday (June 9, 2018). She was born in

Hattiesburg, MS, to the late Jowel S. Hensarling and Bennie Lee Smith Hensarling. With her father in the United States Army,

she lived all over the world growing up. Her family eventually settled in Ozark, AL, where she graduated from Ozark High

School in 1957 and married her husband, Don, on Nov. 3, 1957. With her husband working for the railroad, they moved to

Waycross in 1970. She worked as a dietician for Emerson Park Elementary School, Waresboro Elementary School and Ware

County High School. She also sold real estate for Heritage Realty Company for several years after her retirement from the

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school system. She was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church. At Trinity she was a member of the John Wesley

Sunday School Class and was a past president of the United Methodist Women. She will forever be remembered as the great

cook who prepared Wednesday night meals at the church for many years. She loved baking and would often bake for people who

were celebrating special occasions such as birthdays or weddings. She was also an accomplished seamstress, often sewing for

her daughters as they were growing up and the activities they were involved in. Along with her parents she was preceded in

death by two sisters, Jean Buttz, Faye Tew, and a brother, Earl Hensarling. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Don

Parker of Waycross; three daughters, Cathy (Bruce) Owen of Moultrie, Karen (Jim) Rodi of St. Augustine, FL, Melissa (Bill)

Leppo of Newnan; six grandchildren, Josh (Meagan) Owen of Quitman, Brooke (Brett) Boyd of Hahira, Zach (Amy) Owen of

Moultrie, Megan (Tyson) Bishop of Jacksonville Beach, FL, D.J. (Alicia) Rodi of Key West, FL, Cody Leppo of Newnan; five great-

grandchildren, Emily Boyd, Caleb Boyd, Anna Owen, Luke Owen, Jace Rodi; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A

funeral will be Wednesday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial contributions

may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, “Organ Fund,” 1005 Church St., Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral

Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PARKER, Cora L. Parker

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 6, 1959)

Cora L. Parker, 74, died last Thursday at her home in Mayo after a long illness. Mrs. Parker formerly lived in Madison where her

husband, Rev. A. M. Parker, was pastor of churches here. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons and two daughters.

PARKER, Cynthia Anne Parker


A memorial service for Cynthia Anne “Cindy” Parker will be held Sunday at Bennett Cemetery in Millwood. She died Dec. 1, 2017.

PARKER, Cynthia Anne Parker


Cynthia Anne Parker, age 57, of Frederick, MD, died Friday (Dec. 1, 2017) peacefully, but unexpectedly at Frederick Memorial

Hospital. She was born May 26, 1960, the daughter of the late Eugene M. Parker Jr., of Waycross, and Annetta J. Billups, of

Norfolk, VA. She attended Waycross High School in the late 1970s and was a licensed cosmetologist by trade. She moved west

to Colorado long ago where she loved the Rocky Mountains and the crisp Colorado air. Although she had long suffered from

serious underlying medical conditions, she enjoyed the company of her many friends, traveling when she could, her nieces and

life itself. She was a vibrant and beloved daughter, sister and aunt — may she finally rest in peace. She is survived by her loving

brother, Christopher A. Parker of Frederick, MD, step-sister Mikayla Petty of West Des Moines, IA, and two nieces, Melissa A.

Brown of Albuquerque, NM, and Aryn C. Parker of El Paso, TX. Memorialization is by cremation. As she is a direct descendant of

Randall McDonald Bennett, her ashes will be interred at the Bennett Cemetery in Millwood. Details will be announced.

PARKER, Deborah Marie Parker


Deborah Marie Parker, age 43, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2011, in Havana, FL. She was a native of Perry and had lived

in Havana, FL for the last several years. Ms. Parker worked as a receptionist for the Days Inn Hotel Group in Tallahassee. In

her spare time she enjoyed hunting, fishing, and arts and crafts. Survived by her father, Hal W. “Billy” Parker Jr. of Perry, FL,

her mother, Carol Ann Hickson of Lake City, FL, (1) brother; Lucas Parker of Perry, FL, several nieces, nephews, and other

family. Memorial services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, March 25, 2011.

PARKER, Delois M. Parker

(Abstracted from the 27 April 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Delois M. Parker, age 93, matriarch of the family, transitioned into eternal rest with her loving God on Tuesday (April 24, 2018)

at her home, 1406 Colley St., Waycross. She was born and raised in Blackshear (Eaddyville, Pierce County), daughter of the late

John Livingston Eaddy and the late Corena Kennedy Eaddy. She attended Lee Street School, elementary and high school, where

she completed her formal education. She was employed with the King Edward cigar factory for many years and held several

other occupations throughout her life. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was a devoted member of Greater Mt.

Zion AME Church. She loved to sing and sang in the adult choir in her early years. She met and married the love of her life,

Bennie Will Parker, on July 27, 1946. From this great union, eight children were born. She was preceded in death by her

parents, John and Corena Eaddy, her loving husband of 46 years, Bennie Will Parker, a son, Oren L. Parker, a daughter, Faye

Elizabeth Taylor, and all of her 13 sibling. A celebration of life service will be Saturday at Greater Mt. Zion A.M. E. Church. She

leaves to cherish her memory, four loving daughters, Wanda P. Neal of Atlanta, Jacqueline P. Walker of Newberry, SC,

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Cassandra P. Bess and Daphne V. Parker both of Waycross; two loving sons, Walter S. Parker of Valdosta, and Benneth W.

Parker of Waycross; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Willie Eaddy of

Blackshear; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Parker home, 1406 Colley St.

Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Fluker Funeral Home is serving the Parker family.

PARKER, Dewayne Stuart Parker

(Abstracted from the 30 August 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Dewayne Stuart Parker, age 48, transitioned into eternal rest with his living God on Thursday (Aug. 23, 2018) at UNC Rex

Hospital in Raleigh, NC, after a brief illness surrounded by his faithful and loving family. He was born on Jan. 20, 1970 to Wanda

Parker and the late Moses Jack Moody. He was a native of Waycross. He received his formal education from the Waycross

Public School System and graduated from Waycross High School in 1988. While attending high school, he worked at the local

Piggly Wiggly. He truly was a fun-loving “people person.” Upon graduating from high school, he joined the United States Navy.

He attended basic training and advanced individual training at Great Lakes, IL. Shortly after, he married LaTonya Williams. This

union was blessed with three children. His Navy duty stations included Pensacola, FL, Nashville, TN, Mayport, FL, Raleigh, NC,

and he retired from Naval Station, Norfolk, VA, in June 2008. His combat missions included Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

He received numerous awards and accommodations such as: Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement

Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Navy E-Ribbon (2), Good Conduct Medal (6),

National Defense Service Medal (2), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Sea Service

Deployment Ribbon (7), Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global Service Medal, Navy Recruiting Service Ribbon,

Kuwait Liberation Medal, Pistol Shot Marksmanship Ribbon, Gold Wreath Award, Flag Letter of Commendation, Enlisted Surface

Warfare Specialist, Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his

grandparents, Bennie and Delores Parker, his step-father, Charles Neal, an aunt, Faye P. Taylor, an uncle, Orion Parker, and a

brother, Eric Neal. A celebration of life service will be Saturday at Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church. Those left to cherish his

memory include his mother, Wanda Parker Neal (Atlanta); a son, Jay Parker (San Diego, CA); two daughters, Aleisha Parker

(Athens), Shayla Parker (Charlotte, NC); six brothers, Dave Parker (Atlanta), Darryl Neal (Portia), Kevin Neal (Atlanta), Hydric

Neal (Anthony), Sean Moody (Lawanda), Atlanta, Eric Moody (Phyliss), Atlanta; step-mother, Lois Moody, of Atlanta; a host of

aunts, uncles, cousins from the Parker, Robinson, Conner and Moody families. Friends are being received at the Parker

residence, 1406 Colley St. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery with military honors. Funeral arrangements are entrusted

to Fluker Funeral Home.

PARKER, Edward Parker


Greenville: Edward Parker, age 61, died Monday in the Madison hospital after an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of

Greenville and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Parker. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Joe Handley; and one

brother Leonard Parker, both of Greenville and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Wednesday in

Hensey Cemetery west of Greenville.

Elmer’s Notes: In Row 5 of Hensey Cemetery we find an Edward PARKER buried. From his tombstone we learn that he was born

15 October 1905. The entire Cemetery survey can be found at

http://elmersgenealogycorner.com/images/HENSEY_CEMETERY.pdf

PARKER, Elizabeth Burnam Parker

(Abstracted from the 9 August 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mrs. Elizabeth Burnam Parker, age 59, of Douglas, GA, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical

Center following an extended illness. She was born January 28, 1958, to the late William L. Burnam and the late Shirley Tanner

Lott. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Anita Faye Burch and one brother-in-law, Tony Parker.

Mrs. Parker, a native of Coffee County, retired as a LPN from Coffee Regional Medical Center. She also had worked at Dr. Leon

M. Armoreda’s Office and with the City of Douglas in the Water Department as a Water Analyst. She enjoyed being with her

family and her church family. Mrs. Parker was a member of Harmony Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband: Ray

L. Parker of Douglas, GA, one son: Ryan (Amanda) Parker of Bloomingdale, GA; one daughter: Rebekah Parker of Louisville, KY;

one grand daughter: Colbie Parker of Bloomingdale, GA; two brothers: Lowell (Sylvia) Burnam and Danny Lott both of Douglas,

GA, three sisters-in-law: Kay (Bervon) Wilkinson of Douglas, GA; Joyce (Owen) Edmonston of Daytona Beach, FL, and Denise

Brogan of Louisville, KY; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Saturday on June 17, 2017,

at New Harmony Grove Baptist Church in Atkinson County. The interment followed in Harmony Grove Cemetery. Ricketson


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PARKER, George Michael Parker

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, August 17, 2013)

Memorial services for George Michael Parker, 63, of Thomasville will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2013 at Patten Holiness

Church. Mr. Parker was born on November 1, 1949 in Thomasville to the late William Franklin Parker II and Carolyn Bird White

Ketner. Mr. Parker worked as a Plumber for Thomasville Plumbing Company until his retirement. He departed this life on

Saturday, August 17, 2013 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Survivors to cherish his memory include his daughter Amanda Reid

(Robert) of Thomasville; step-daughter Catherine Modelist (Leroy) of Pelham; sister Sandra Creel of Indiana; nephew Tommy

Prudence of Thomasville; nieces Susan Prudence and Tammy Creel both of Indiana; and lifelong friend Wanda Young of

Thomasville. He was preceded in death by a brother, William Franklin Parker III.

PARKER, George W. Parker, Sr.


George W. Parker, Sr., of Greenville, age 78, passed away Thursday at his son’s home after an extended illness. Mr. Parker was a

lifelong resident of Greenville and was engaged in farming most of his life. Survivors are a son, G. W. Parker, Jr., of Greenville;

one daughter, Mrs. Leola McCaleb, of Port Lavaca, TX; twelve grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and a host of nieces

and nephews. Graveside services will be Friday October 25th in Hensey Cemetery west of Greenville.

PARKER, Hazel M. Parker

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 16 April 2019)

Hazel M. Parker, age 85, passed away on April 16, 2019 in Perry, FL. Hazel was born April 14, 1934 in Perry, FL to Alvin

Whitfield and Evelyn Connell Whitfield. Mrs. Parker was of the Baptist faith and was a member of San Pedro Baptist Church.

She was a faithful wife and a loving mother to her family. Mrs. Hazel enjoyed the outdoors, a little fishing, tending to her roses,

and her yard. She like to sew and embroider, and was a wonderful cook. Mrs. Hazel was preceded in death by her husband James

Clarence Parker, her parents Alvin and Evelyn Whitfield, and a brother Grady Whitfield. Mrs. Parker is survived by her children,

Debbie Crumpler, Dorothy Parker (Kenny Dalton), and Ray Parker; sister, Betty Connell; 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren,

as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the

direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PARKER, Irene Parker


Mrs. Irene Parker, age 86, passed away on January 21, 2016 at her residence in Perry, FL. Irene was born December 18, 1929 in

Perry, FL to Mr. Clarence Hughes and Ruby Ida Whitfield Hughes. Irene was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Perry. Irene

was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Felix L. Parker and her parents Mr. Clarence and Ruby Hughes. She is

survived by her children Sandra (Dannie) Weatherly and Linda (Al) Strickland both of Perry; her sister Erlaine Jacobs; 6

grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren well as a host of nieces and nephews. A funeral service will

be Monday, January 25, 2016 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in

Woodlawn Cemetery.

PARKER, Isabel Anne Parker

(Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper)

Isabel Anne Parker, 92, of Atlanta, died Wednesday (Feb. 27, 2013). The daughter of Judge Dave and Wilburta W. Parker, she

was born and grew up in Waycross. She graduated from the University of Georgia and was employed for 41 years at Retail

Credit Company, later known as Equifax. She was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and active in St. Luke’s Community

Kitchen Ministries. She is survived by two nieces, Susan Traendly and Nancy Rempe; one nephew, David Parker; several cousins;

and two god-daughters, Edith Waller and Susan Edwards. The family would like to give special thanks to Saint Anne’s Terrace

where she resided for the last 10 years and to the staff of Trimark Health Services for the care they provided. A graveside

service will be held at Oakland Cemetery in Waycross Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Crossroads

Community Kitchen Ministries, 420 Courtland St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308. Miles-Odum Funeral Home in Waycross is handling the

arrangements.

PARKER, Jake Parker


Jake Parker, a lifelong resident of Perry, died Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Marshall Health Care following an extended

illness. Jake was born April 13, 1926 in Perry, FL, to the late Hiram and Ruby (Godwin) Parker. Jake worked as a farmer and

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cattleman all of his adult life and in his spare time enjoyed fishing and hunting. He is survived by one sister, Lillian Chamblee, of

Perry, a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held Sunday, January 20, 2013 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home,

Perry, FL. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PARKER, James Austin Parker III

(Abstracted from the 28 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

RICHMOND HILL — James “Jamie” Austin Parker III died Monday (Feb. 25, 2019) in Savannah at the age of 65 after a short

illness. He was born Jan. 22, 1954 in Brunswick to James Austin and Lela Payne Parker. Shortly after, his family moved to

Waycross where he attended the public schools, graduating from Waycross High in 1972. He was a member of the First

Presbyterian Church of Waycross and was an active member of the Youth Council there. He was an exceptional long-distance

runner at Waycross High and in college. His fondest memories involved his transistor radio and Braves baseball, hearing trains

pass through town, and many life-long friends. He married Ellen Bickerstaff in 1978 (also from Waycross) and began a

wonderful marriage resulting in three children, James, Austin and Sarah. Their young family lived in Conroe, TX, and Waverly,

TN, before returning to Georgia to live in Statesboro. Jamie and his family eventually made their home in Richmond Hill in

1992. Early on he worked in the restaurant business. He later found a career in journalism with the Savannah Morning News. For

20 years he has worked in various capacities, most notably as the editor of Bryan County Now. As a journalist he was honest,

fair and hard-working. He could be found at almost any RHHS or BCHS event with camera and notepad in hand. He spent time

coaching baseball, soccer, academics or any other pursuit his children set towards. He was always available and always

supportive. Jamie was a remarkable friend to many with a usually quiet, uniquely strong personality. His quick wit was often on

display in his work and in conversation. His dry sense of humor demanded a laugh and lifted any spirit. He found joy in gardening,

cooking, writing, reading, music and riding his bicycle. For many, it became a familiar sight to see Jamie riding his bike.

Throughout his life, he treasured spending time in Nova Scotia, Canada, with many generations of his extended family. Jamie’s

greatest joy was being with his family and friends sharing stories and memories. He will be forever cherished by all those who

were able to know him.He is survived by his wife, Ellen, children James Parker (Katie) of Virginia, Austin Parker (Montana) of

Georgia, and Sarah Parker Jones (Cameron) of Florida, grandchildren Aubrey and Jack Parker, siblings Melissa Parker (Tim

Ramsey) of Portroe, Ireland, and David Parker (Kim Stephenson) of Nova Scotia, Canada, his uncle Doug (Jenifer) of Florida, his

in-laws Jim Bickerstaff (Luyba) of North Carolina, Cheryl Dukes (Roger) of Florida, Beth Gibbs (Paul) of Florida, Bonnie

Bickerstaff of Georgia, many loved nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lela Payne Parker and

James Austin Parker Jr., and by his stepmother Cathy Ward Parker. A memorial service will be at Carter Funeral Home Bryan

Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in honor of Jamie to the YMCA of Richmond Hill to support

local youth programs, 154 Thunderbird Drive, Richmond Hill, GA 31324.

PARKER, James Edward Parker

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today 1 June 2020)

James “Coach” Edward Parker, age 79, of Valdosta, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at his home. He was born in Macon,

GA, on April 25, 1941 to the late Ernest James Parker and Doris Bartlett Parker. He was a retired teacher and coach with the

Lowndes County School System. A member of Redland Baptist Church and the Elk’s Lodge. Mr. Parker is survived by his wife of

25 years, Elaine Hiers Parker, of Valdosta; his son and daughter in law Cal and Alicia Parker and their daughter Bristol Parker,

of Reynold’s, GA; his daughter and son in law Doris and Glenn McDonald, of Sylvester, GA; his son Vic Parker, and children

Peyton, Abigail, and Alexa Kate Parker, all of Brunswick, GA; his daughter and son in law Rozie and Wes Simpson, and children

Parker, and Hoyt, of Valdosta. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Ricky Pounds, Jr. A celebration of life will be at

Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Carter Cemetery.

PARKER, James Franklin Parker

(Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier 17 November 2010)

James Franklin Parker, 61, of South Boston, VA, died November 10, 2010, at Halifax Regional Hospital in Halifax, NC. Parker

was born June 5, 1949 in Greenville. He worked for the Halifax County, NC Sheriff’s Office. He was a retired sergeant and a

member of Black Walnut Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Lynn Parker, of South Boston, VA.; 2 daughters,

Margaret (Jeffrey) Kennedy of Lexington, SC and Kelly (Kelly) Kast of Concord, VA; 2 sons, Chris Parker, of South Boston, VA,

and James Otis Parker, of Bonifay; 3 brothers, John Paul Parker, George Parker, and Robert Parker; 3 sisters, Maxine Owens,

Lillian Swilley and Betty Jo Lewis; and grandchildren; Paige Kennedy, Zachary Kennedy, Kade Kast, Kaleb Kast, Elizabeth Parker,

Dylan Parker, Erica Parker and Chance Parker. He was preceded in death by his parents, William George Parker and Annie Porter

Parker, and two sisters, Nettie Ann Whitman and Ella Mae Lundy. A memorial service was held Saturday, November 13, 2010, at

Black Walnut Baptist Church in South Boston, VA. Anyone wishing to give memorials are asked to please consider the American

Cancer Society, P. O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK. 73123, or the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd, Suite 1010,

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Rockville, MD. 20852.

PARKER, Jerry Dean Parker

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 12 November 2018) Mr. Jerry Dean Parker, age 74, of Perry, FL passed from this life on November 9, 2018 at his home. Jerry was born

September 26, 1944 in Perry, FL to Kansas Clayton Parker and Evalou Fraser Parker. He was a graduate of Taylor County

High School and honorably served our country in the United States Air Force. He was of the Baptist faith and worked as a

production operator for Proctor and Gamble for 31 years. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, watching and attending

classic car auctions, races, and shows, studying history, and spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in

death by his parents Kansas and Evalou Parker, 2 sisters, Joyce Reed and Virginia Childers. He is survived by: his wife of

34 years, Mrs. Evelee Driggers Parker; one son, Douglas K. (Sherri) Tuten of Madison, FL 1 brother, Jim (Paula) Parker of

Steinhatchee, FL; a grandson, Craig Parker; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will

be Wednesday November 14, 2018 in the Burns Memorial Chapel in Perry, FL. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.

PARKER, Jessica Elaine Parker


The celebration of life service for Jessica Elaine Parker, age 41, will be Saturday at the House of God Church, 500 Blackshear

Ave. Memorialization is by cremation. She died Sunday morning (July 5, 2015). A native of Waycross, she was born Jan. 5, 1974

to Elaine Baker and Stanley Bacon. She received her GED in 1996 through the Ware County School System. She lived most of

her life in Waycross. She was a fun-loving person who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She leaves to cherish

her memories 3 sisters, Shemica Baker, Ideall Bacon and Ebony Baker; 4 brothers, Lerrick (Troy) Baker, Dedrick (Twig) Bacon,

Stanley Bacon and Jason (Latoya) Bacon; a special nephew, Marvin Baker; and a host of nieces and nephews. Welch & Brinkley

Mortuary is handling the arrangements.

PARKER, JoAnn Parker

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 29 September 2020)

JoAnn Parker, age 71, passed away on September 29, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. JoAnn was born January 3, 1949 in Perry, Florida

to Emmitt Lamar Nix, Sr. and Flossie Loretta Dukes Nix. Mrs. Parker was of the Jehovahs Witness faith and was a member of

the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness. JoAnn worked as a Substitute Teacher with ESE Dept. at Taylor County Middle School

and Pre-K. She was the co-founder of Forest Capital Humane Society, and served on the board of the Taylor County Horseman

Assoc. She enjoyed riding horses and fostering abandoned animals. JoAnn was preceded in death by her daughter, Emily Diane

Parker-Lundy, and her parents. Mrs. Parker is survived by her husband of 53 years Larry Parker, Sr.; her children, Melissa

Parker-Morgan and Melinda Ann Parker, and Larry Thomas Parker, Jr.; a son-in-law Jason Lundy; her grandchildren, Trey,

Elizabeth, Katherine, Natalie, Hannah, Joseph “JoJo”, Travis, Hayden, Haley and 5 great grandchildren, Parker, Gracynn,

Preston, Tillman, and Braylee ; siblings, Cathy, Mary Jane, Susie, Junior, Connie and Amy; as well as a host of nieces and

nephews. A private family service will be held at a later date. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home

of Perry.

PARKER, Joe William Parker

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL February 23, 2015)

Joe William Parker, age 83, of Perry, FL, passed away February 23, 2015, at Cross Landing in Monticello, FL. Joe was born

August 4, 1931 in Perry, FL, to the late Louis L. Parker and Alma (Haugen) Parker. Joe was a member of the Perry Church of

Christ and served four years in the United States Army fighting in Korea then served the remaining years in the United States

Air Force completing 20 years of service. Joe is preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years Theresa (Findley) Parker, one

daughter Jeanie Parker, one son Michael Parker, and two brothers: Louis and Johnnie Lee Parker. He is survived by 3 children: 1

son, Bill (Janelle) of LA; 2 daughters Sandy Parker (Hollis) Wetherington, of Perry, FL, and Linda Levertt of Perry, 1 sister

Imogene (Arthur) Brannen, 3 brothers: Ralph, Robert (Margie), and Bill Parker all of Perry; and numerous grandchildren, great

grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be Saturday, February 28, 2015, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry.

All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PARKER, John Dorsey Parker Jr.


John Dorsey “J.D.” Parker Jr., age 74, died Saturday (June 17, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an

extended illness. He was a native of Whitakers, NC, and had made his home in Brantley County since 1977. He was the son of

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the late John Dorsey Parker Sr. and Gladys Bullock Parker. He was also preceded in death by two daughters, Amy Kristen Parker

and Kimberly Dawn Parker, a son, Jon Cameron Parker Sr., and a sister, Faye Mills. He served with the United States Army

during the Vietnam War, being stationed in Korea. He retired in 2003 as a boilermaker with CSX Railroad after 33 years of

service and had trained numerous apprentices during his career. He was a former member of the International Brotherhood of

Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers. He loved fishing and woodworking and made numerous

pieces of furniture. He loved spending time with his grandson. He also had the talent of being able to make repairs to just

about anything. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church and the Adult Men’s Sunday School Class. He and his wife,

Hope Smith Parker, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last month. Additional survivors include grandchildren, Jon

Parker Jr., Trenton Thrift and Mallory Thrift all of Waycross; daughter-in-law, Sherri Collins Parker of Waycross; a sister,

Mary Alice Farmer of Rocky Mount, NC; three brothers, Bruce (Sandra) Parker of Rocky Mount, NC, Ferdie Parker and David

Parker both of Tarboro, NC; a special sister-in-law, Barbara Mayo, of Enfield, NC; and nieces and nephews. Memorials may be

made to Hospice Satilla Hospice House, c/o Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. A funeral will be Tuesday

at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of

arrangements.

PARKER, Jon Cameron Parker Sr.

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 15, 2008)

Jon Cameron Parker Sr., 37, died Tuesday (May 13, 2008) at Satilla Regional Medical Center following a long and courageous

battle with cancer. He was a native of Rocky Mount, NC but lived most of his life in Brantley County. He was preceded in death

by two sisters, Dawn Parker and Amy Kristen Parker. He was CFO with Atlantic Coast Bank and was a member of Pleasant Valley

Baptist Church. He was an alumni of Georgia Southern College and a graduate of Waycross College. Survivors include his wife,

Sherri Collins Parker, of Waycross; a son, Jon "Cameron" Parker Jr., of Waycross; a stepson, Trenton Thrift, of Kingsland; a

step-daughter, Mallory Thrift, of Waycross; his parents, J.D. and Hope Parker, of Waycross; several aunts, uncles and other

relatives. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Burial will be in Green lawn Cemetery. The

family will be receiving friends at 790 Wynton Circle and at Music Funeral Home tonight from 6 to 8. The 1988 graduating class

of Brantley County High School are requested to meet at the church at 1:40 p.m. Friday to serve as honorary pallbearers. His

family request memorials to be given to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, Ga. 31501. Sympathy may be

expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.

PARKER, Joseph Franklin Parker


Joseph Franklin Parker, former resident of Madison County, passed away in the Dade City Memorial Hospital, Sunday morning,

December 14, at the age of 81 years. Mr. Parker resided in Madison County for 50 years until he moved from here to

Zephyrhills, Pasco County, where he resided until his death. He was married at an early age to Emma Hamilton Greene. To this

union were born five children, two of whom preceded him in death. Funeral services were held in the First Assembly of God

Church, Zephyrhills, Tuesday, directed by Lair’s Funeral Home. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Elmer Fisher, of Madison;

Mrs. Frank Bullard, of Tampa; and one son, Joe Parker, of Tampa; one sister, Mrs. Florence Thigpen, and one brother, George

Parker, both of Greenville, fourteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

PARKER, Joyce Ann Parker

(Abstracted from the April 24, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Joyce Ann Parker, age 64, died Sunday (April 20, 2014) at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Jacksonville, FL, following an

extended illness. She was born on Valentine's Day in 1950 and entered her Heavenly rest on Resurrection Day. She was a native

of Seaboard, NC and had resided most of her adult life in Florida. The Lord found her sister, Mary Ann Brown, worthy to take

care of her during the last six months in her home in Waycross. She was the daughter of the late Lucius Parker. She was also

preceded in death by her brothers George Earl Parker and John Wesley Parker. She was a certified nursing assistant and a

member of Powerhouse of Faith. Left to cherish her memory are 3 children, Bobby Parker, of Naples, FL, Cheryl Bonita Parker

and Romanuel Parker, both of Ft. Myers, FL; 10 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; her mother, Dorothy Mae Newsome

Parker, of Jackson, NC; 3 sisters, Mary Ann Brown, of Waycross, Marion Marie Boone, of Jackson, NC, and Margaret Lucile

Okafor, of Irvington, NJ; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held

Saturday at Powerhouse of Faith, 1608 Louisiana Ave., Waycross. Memorial donations may be made to Arthritis Foundation, P.O.

Box 78423, Atlanta, GA 30357 or at www.arthritis.org. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PARKER, Justin Ray Parker


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Justin Ray Parker, age 23, passed away on November 13, 2016 in Quitman, GA. Justin was born February 13, 1993 in Tallahassee,

FL to Mark Lee Parker and Christina Goff Collins. Justin worked as a manufacturer of wiring harnesses for Elec-Tec Inc. in

Quitman. Justin enjoyed sitting around the bon fire, he like to play games, and listen to music. Justin was preceded in death by

his grandpa Lonnie Goff, Sr. Justin is survived by his mother and step-father Christi and Allen Collins, his father Mark Parker;

brothers, Jordan Parker, Jeffrey Parker, and Jacob Parker; maternal grandma Patti Ford, and paternal grandparents Ronald and

Earline Parker, and Granny Sherry Goff; his girlfriend Savannah and unborn child; as well as a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life Service will be Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at his mother's home at 3332 Eustis Gunter Road Perry,

FL 32348. In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to help with funeral expenses. All arrangements are under

the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PARKER, LaCour Edwin Parker Jr.

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 25 September

2016)

Mr. LaCour Edwin “Ed” Parker Jr., age 81, passed away September 25, 2016 at Doctor’s Memorial Hospital in Perry, FL. Ed was

born August 29, 1935 in Perry, FL to LaCour Parker Sr. and Marjorie O'Quinn Parker. Ed attended the University of Florida and

Valdosta State College where he earned a business degree. After graduation he taught High School in Salem, FL. He then

became a Railroad Assessment Appraiser for the Florida Dept. of Revenue. He later worked for the Taylor County Property

Appraiser’s office. He eventually became a private real estate developer/investor. Ed was preceded in death by his parents

LaCour Parker Sr. and Marjorie O’Quinn; and one brother Douglas Franklin Parker. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Willa

“Billye” Parker; two children: LaCour Edwin (Jennifer) Parker III and Claire Parker (Michael) Benz; grandchildren Maxwell and

Isabella Parker; Parker, Brooke, Conrad, and Palmer Benz; brother Stephen O’Quinn Parker of Jacksonville, sister Nancy Parker

Harrell of Tallahassee as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Thursday, September 29, 2016 at First

Baptist Church of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry, FL. All


PARKER, Lavetta May Stephens Parker


Mrs. Lavetta May Stephens Parker, age 94, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at Marshall Health Care Center. She was

born in Taylor County and was the daughter of the late Thomas Jefferson and Nancy Lola Leggett Stephens. Mrs. Parker was a

homemaker and a member of the Salem Missionary Baptist, the Daughters of the Confederacy. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and

gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Ernest B. Parker in 1985, her eldest son, E. Wayne Parker in

1991, brothers, Marion, Charlie, Joe, Roy and Harley Stephens, a sister, Lucinda Stephens Wood. Survived by her youngest son,

Wendell J. (Gloria) Parker of Perry, FL, (7) grandchildren, (5) great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral

services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, May 23, 2009. Interment will follow at Woodlawn

Cemetery.

PARKER, Lela Parker


Lela Parker, 90, of Waycross, died Tuesday (Jan. 22, 2013) at the Mayo Clinic Health Systems of Waycross. She was born in

Covington, VA to the late Lewis Payne and Lela Schuder Payne. She has made Waycross her home since 1955. She received an

undergraduate degree from Randolph Macon Woman’s College in Lynchburg, VA, her graduate degree from Columbia University

in New York City and continuing graduate work from Valdosta State University. She worked for Tusculum College, Duke

University, Okefenokee RESA and was the special education director for the Pierce County School System. She retired in June

1989. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, of Waycross, where she served as the financial secretary from 1962

until 1972. She also served as a circle leader and taught Sunday School. She was a member of the Council for Exceptional

Children, Georgia Association of Educators, National Education Association and the Green Thumb Garden Club. Along with her

parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, James Alvin Payne, and a sister, Clara Eugenia Payne. She is survived by two

sons, Jamie A. (Ellen) Parker III, of Richmond Hill, David Burke Parker, of Winchester, VA, Melissa Anne Parker (Tim) Ramsey,

of Greeley, CO; three grandchildren, James Lewis Parker, Austin Shaw Parker, Sarah Elizabeth Parker; a great-granddaughter,

Aubrey Evangeline Parker; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service celebrating her life will be

held Saturday at First Presbyterian Church in Waycross. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The

Westminister Canterbury Fund, 1600 West Brook Ave., Richmond, VA 23227 or to First Presbyterian Church, 601 Hill St.,

Waycross, GA 31501.

PARKER, Louis Albert Parker, Sr.

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Louis Albert Parker, Sr. age 86, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at his residence in Perry. Mr. Parker was a native

and lifelong resident of Taylor County and was the son of the late Louis L. Parker and the late former Alma Haugen. Mr. Parker

was a self-employed Mason Contractor, and a member of the Crosspoint Fellowship Baptist Church. He was a member of the

Perry Masonic Lodge since 1954, (Local Lodge #123), Scottish Rite Mason 32nd degree, a Shriner since 1964, where he served

as past president of Perry Shrine Club in 1980, Worthy Patron with Eastern Star, Ambassador for Morocco Temple in

Jacksonville, Charter member of the Marzuq Temple in Tallahassee. His ambassadorship followed him there. He was also a

member of Perry Elks Club, and was also Principal Chief of Muskogee Indians. He was preceded in death by a brother, Johnny

Parker. Survived by his wife of 65 1/2 years, Ruthie Mae Parker, (3) Sons; David Parker (Cathy), Sonny Parker (Tanya), Earl O.

Parker, (3) daughters; Janice Connell (Barnie), Susan A. Miller, Kristen Parker, all of Perry, FL, (4) brothers; Ralph Kenneth

Parker, Joe W. Parker, Robert Parker (Margie), Billie K. Parker (Martha), sister-in-law; Marlene Parker, a sister; Imogene Parker

Brannen (Arthur), aunt; Alfhild Snell, (8) grandchildren, (28) great-grandchildren, and (3) great-great-grandchildren, all of

Perry, FL, a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Friday,

February 17, 2012. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

PARKER, Marcus Parker


Mr. Marcus Parker, age 96, a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County, FL, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2009 at

Marshall Health Care Center. He was the son of the late Theodore Mills Parker and Louisana Davis. Mr. Parker was a member of

the First United Methodist Church and retired from Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company after 51 years. He enjoyed fishing, gardening,

repairing playground equipment, and watching baseball. Preceded in death by a daughter, Margaret “Elaine” Smith, (2) brothers;

Mose Parker, James Mills Parker, a sister; Luna Parker, a grandchild, Stephen Paul Parker. Survived by his wife of 72 years,

Ruby Louise Parker of Perry, FL, (2) sons; Melvin T. (Marcia) Parker, Herb Parker, all of Perry, FL, (2) daughters; Gloria (Eric)

Smith of Jacksonville, FL, Marilyn (Mike) Baumgardner of Perry, a sister; Elvena Johnson of Perry, FL, (13) grandchildren, (21)

great grands and (2) great-greatgrands, a host of nieces and nephews also survive.

PARKER, Margaret Calhoun Parker


Mrs. Margaret Calhoun Parker, 85, of Perry, FL, passed away Wednesday March 16, 2011 in the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.

Mrs. Parker was born February 26, 1926 in Micanopy, FL to the late William Calvin Calhoun and Annie Pearl Bryant Calhoun. She

has lived in Perry since 1956 after moving from Jacksonville, FL. Mrs. Parker was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church in Perry.

She was a loving and devoted wife and mother who was loved by everyone who knew her. Mrs. Parker enjoyed spending time with

her family, especially her grandchildren and in her spare time she enjoyed fishing and gardening. Mrs. Parker is survived by, her

husband of 34 years, Ralph Parker, of Perry, a daughter, Renee Smith, and husband Ken, of Beverly Hills, FL, a son, Ted Allen, of

Birmingham, AL, a step-son, Doug Parker, and wife Debbie, of Perry, 2 step-daughters, Judy Murillo, and husband William, of

Springs, TX, and Michelle Powell, of Tallahassee, FL, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews,

and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. Parker will be Saturday March 19, 2011 in the Joe P. Burns Memorial Chapel.

Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial Gardens.

PARKER, Margaret Rebecca Smith Parker


Graveside services for Margaret Rebecca Smith Parker are Thursday, December 17, 2009 at Big Ochlocknee Baptist Church in

Coolidge where she was a member. Mrs. Parker peacefully joined her Lord and her only child on Monday, December 14, 2009 at

home surrounded by her family after a brief illness. She was born October 12, 1916 in Thomas County to the late Dock Eason

Smith and Ealie Floyd Smith. She was raised by the late Ollie Simpson Smith after her mother’s death. She retired from

Riverside Manufacturing Company as a seamstress. Her life was spent in devotion to her family and the care of others. Her

ambition in life was to become a nurse. Though she never realized her dream, it was fulfilled for her by her grand-daughter

Cecelia. She is survived by two granddaughters, Pamela Hurst (Albert) and Cecelia Bodiford (Tony); great-grandchildren Jill

Hurst Brinson (John), Julie Hurst Anderson (Chad), Chris Bodiford, Josh Bodiford, and Taylor Bodiford; great-great

grandchildren Griffin Anderson, Carlie Anderson, Bryce Bodiford, Andrew Brinson, Amanda Brinson and Ansley Brinson; sisters-

in-law Lizzie Parker of Moultrie and Evelyn Smith of Cairo. She is also survived by extended family Ray and Cindy Quigg, Justin

Quigg, Stacy and Lance Clark, Caleb Yawn and Kaylie Yawn along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death

by her only child, James Mardre Parker; two brothers, Odis Smith and Harold Smith; five sisters, Lois Adams, Myrtle Redding,

LaRue Strickland, Clara Walker and Minnie Lou Fox. The family wishes to extend a deep appreciation to Mrs. Juanita Davis for

her devotion and tender care, as well as to Dr. Patrick Fenlon and his staff and the compassionate nurses and caregivers at

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Hospice of Southwest Georgia. The family will receive friends at the Bodiford residence, 112 Bodiford Lane off Enon Road. The

family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made to Hospice of Southwest Georgia.

PARKER, Martha Ann Meeks Parker


METTER — Martha Ann Meeks Parker, age 67, of Metter, died Monday (May 11, 2015) at her residence. A retired nurse, she

was a member of the Georgia Nurses Association, was a volunteer R.N. for Camp Independence and a member of Grace

Community Church in Statesboro. She is survived by her husband, Guy Parker; 1 son, Terry (Kathy) Dixon; 1 daughter, Stacey

(Charles) True; 1 sister, Judy Strickland; 1 step-son, Michael (Dawn) Parker; 1 step-daughter, April Olsen; grandchildren,

Bridget ( Chesley) Dixon, Ann Dixon, Hunter Dixon, Carson Parker, Kensley Parker, Parker Olsen, Patton Olsen and Sarah Olsen;

great-grandchildren, Cooper Riner, Paxton Dixon, Jase Dixon and Emma Dixon; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will

be held Thursday at Grace Community Church. Burial will be in Lake Cemetery in Metter. Rememberances may be made to

Ogeechee Area Hospice, P.O. Box 531, Statesboro, GA 30459. Arrangements are with Wood Funeral Home of Metter.

PARKER, Mary Louise Parker

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 13 October 2020)

Mary Louise Parker, age 77, passed away on October 13, 2020 at her home in Perry, FL. Mary was born September 13, 1943 in

Mayo, FL to Barney Duckworth and Rosa Belle Anderson Duckworth. Mary worked for the Taylor Co. School Board for 51 years

as a bus driver. She was of the Baptist Faith. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Elbert Parker, her parents Barney

and Rosa Belle Duckworth, her brother Barney Duckworth Jr, and a sister Shirley Woodall. She is survived by children Paul

Woods, Wayne and Karen Woods, Paula Stephens, Gene Woods, Theresa Woods, Melissa Geschwind, Michael Parker, step sons

Robert Parker, Earl Parker, and Charles Parker, step daughter Sandra Finnemyhr; 12 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren,

sister Barbara and Buddy Mims as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be at Blue Springs Primitive

Baptist Church Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PARKER, Mildred Iona Wilson Parker

(Abstracted from the August 21, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

HORTENSE — Mildred Iona Wilson Parker, age 70, of Hortense, passed away Tuesday (Aug. 19, 2014) at her residence

following an extended illnesss. Born in Brunswick, her parents were the late George Wilson and Lougene Justice Wilson. She was

also preceded in death by her son, Ricky Benjamin Crews, her brother, Harry Wilson, and a sister, Lois Crews. She was a

homemaker, and she enjoyed painting, cooking, fishing and gardening. Survivors include 1 son and daughter-in-law, Robert Lee

(Darlene) Pike Jr., of Hilliard; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Anna (Isreal) Leggett, of Brunswick, and Dianne (Charlie) Joiner, of

Hortense; 3 brothers and sisters-in-law, Willie Wilson, of Hortense, George (Linda) Wilson, of Eulonia, and Glynn (Debbie)

Wilson, of Brunswick; 4 sisters and brothers-in-law, Ruby (Bruce) Cribbs, of Hilliard, Melvie Mauney, of Brunswick, Ruth

(Wayne) McLeod, of Brunswick, Vila Vanderay, of Hortense; and other relatives. A funeral will be held Friday at Frye Funeral

Home. Burial will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PARKER, Myrna C. Parker

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 6 January 2015)

Myrna C. Parker, age 76, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2014, at her residence following a brief

illness. Miss Parker was born on March 8, 1938, in Douglas, GA, to the late Clifton Calvin Parker and Altha Belle Carroll Parker.

Survivors include her sister, Ray Carol (Fred) Kitchens of Savannah, GA, and a niece, Stephanie (Scott) Bobbitt of Asheville,

NC. Graveside services were Thursday, December 4, 2014, at Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PARKER, Patricia Ann Parker

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 8 July 2019)

Mrs. Patricia “Pat' Ann Parker, age 78, passed away on July 8, 2019 in Tallahassee, FL. Pat was born August 9, 1940 in Bell, FL to

Mr. Edward Jones Bryant and Willie Jean Brownlee Bryant. Pat was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and was a loving

mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Pat was preceded in death by her parents Mr. Edward and Willie Jean Bryant.

She is survived by her children Chris Alan Welch and his wife Celena and Scott Welch and his wife Dannielle, grandchildren

Lexie, Colby, Lillie, Justin, Jessica, Bailey and her husband Marq, and Courtney, three great grandchildren Brylyn, Breleigh, and

Maydin; brother Charles Bryant and his wife Anita, and sister Jeanette Hagan and her husband Glen as well as a host of nieces

and nephews. Funeral Services will be at Calvary Baptist Church. Interment services will follow afterwards in Priscilla Baptist

Church Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

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PARKER, Patricia McCormick Parker


Patricia McCormick Parker, 78, of Wylie, TX, formerly of Blackshear, died Wednesday (April 23, 2014) at Lakepointe Medical

Center after a short illness. She was born in Forest Park, IL to the late Robert Francis and Pearl Zappen McCormick.

Throughout her life she worked as a childcare provider, she was an antique dealer for 15 years and a Longaberger Basket

consultant for 20 years. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Phillip A. Parker, one

son, Michael Parker, and two brothers, Thomas McCormick and David McCormick. Survivors include 5 daughters, Lynda Nolen, of

Denton, TX, Lorrie Mitchell, of Garland, TX, Amy Parker, of Plano, TX, Elizabeth “Molly” Niksich (Steve), of Garland, TX,

Desiree “De” Jordan (Jon), of Blackshear; three sons, Phillip A. Parker, Jr. (Grace), of Wylie, TX, Danny Parker (Nancy), of

Oviedo, FL, Ted Parker (Melissa), of Melbourne, FL; 12 grandchildren, Hunter and Colten Nolen, Stephen and J.P. Mitchell,

Gabrielle “Gabby” Ferguson, Riley and Parker Niksich, Brendan and Carson Parker, Loran, Jon Cameron and Addison Jordan; 1

sister, Ann Zingheim, of Tennessee; 1 brother, Robert “Bob” Francis McCormick, of Wisconsin; and several nieces, nephews and

other relatives. A graveside service will be held Wednesday at Blackshear City Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge

of the arrangements.

PARKER, Patricia Smith Parker


Patricia Smith “Tish” Parker, age 87, died Tuesday (Feb. 6, 2018) at Thrive Assisted Living in Watkinsville, following a short

illness. She was born Aug. 20, 1930 in Winder, to the late Truman Julian Smith and Ermine McElroy Smith and graduated from

Statham High School in Statham. She later married Judge Thomas A. “Tom” Parker Sr. on May 26, 1954 and they were wed for

just short of 59 years. She graduated from Georgia State College for Women (now Georgia College) in Milledgeville, with a B.S.

in home economics. She was home economics and biology teacher for three years at Rockdale High School and then the sixth

grade at Isabella Street School in Waycross for seven years. She then spent 22 years as the child development instructor at

Ware Tech (now Coastal Pines) in Waycross. She was a beloved teacher to many. Upon retiring in 1990, she and her husband

traveled to Europe, Alaska, Hawaii, Asia, Canada, Central America and the Caribbean. They also participated in several church

building mission trips. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Waycross and was selected as their “Woman of the Year” in

2001. She was a member of the Gleaners Sunday School Class and served as the flower committee chairman for three years, a

WMU Circle leader, and a Children’s Sunday school teacher. She was also a member of the Waycross Junior Women’s Club and a

charter member of the Waycross Camellia Garden Club. She is survived by two sons, William C. (Missy) Parker Sr. of Athens,

and Thomas A. (Pam) Parker Jr. of Brunswick, a daughter, Julia P. Crews, six grandchildren, William C. Parker Jr. of Atlanta,

Allison L. Parker of Athens, Brent T. Parker of Atlanta, Jessica P. Parker of Roswell, Katherine E. Parker of Athens, and

Brandon S. Crews, and a sister-in-law, Martha Parker Donaldson. A funeral will be Saturday at First Baptist Church in Waycross.

Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in her honor to the Flower

Committee at First Baptist Church, 702 Elizabeth St., Waycross, GA 31501 or the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St.,

Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PARKER, Patricia V. Parker


Patricia V. Parker, age 78, died Tuesday morning (Nov. 28, 2017) at her residence after an extended illness. She was a native of

Hollywood, FL, but she lived most of her life in Waresboro as a homemaker and was a member of Waresboro United Methodist

Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Austin C. Robertson and Anna Mae Carey Robertson, her husband, Gary C.

Parker, one grandson, Joseph Thompson, two brothers, Winfred Robertson and Kenneth Robertson, and two sisters, Becky

Brown and Linda Robertson Tice. Survivors include her children, Kathy (Bruce) Hersey of Waycross, Teresa (Michael) Collins of

Hoboken, Nova Thompson of Waresboro, Eric (Elaine) Thompson of Blackshear, and Brian (Tonya) Thompson of Nahunta,

numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, one brother, Donald Robertson, one sister, Donna Williams, and numerous

nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday at New Life Church. Burial will follow in Waresboro Cemetery. Memorial

contributions may be made to Hospice House Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge

of arrangements.

PARKER, Perry Daniel Parker


Perry Daniel "Son" Parker, age 86, passed away Thursday, December 30, 2010 at his residence in Perry, Florida. Mr. Parker was

a native and lifelong resident of Perry where he was born on August 18, 1924 to the late J.H. Parker, Sr. and Nellie Keslear

Parker. Mr. Parker was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church and enjoyed farming, yard sales, spending time with his

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grandchildren and fish fry's. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Edna Carlton Parker. He is survived by; three

sons, Perry "Danny" Parker, of Perry, Joe (Connie) Parker, of Crawfordville, and Kenneth Ray (Tina) Parker, of Perry; one

brother, Dr. John Parker, of Perry, six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Parker will be held

Monday, January 3, 2011 at Lakeside Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.

PARKER, Quincy Parker

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 June 2011)

Mr. Quincy Parker, age 87, of Douglas, passed away Friday, June 17, 2011, at the VA Hospital in Lake City, FL, following a short

illness. Mr. Parker, a native of Ambrose, was a retired civil service employee. He was the son of the late Frank Lawrence Parker

and the late Mattie Griffin Parker and the husband of the late Frances Nettie Graham Parker. He was deceased by a son, Tony

Parker. He was a life member of the VFW and American Legion and was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Parker was

a Baptist by faith. Survivors include children, Kay (Bervon) Wilkinson and Ray (Elizabeth) Parker all of Douglas, Joyce (Owen)

Edmonston of Daytona Beach, FL and Denise (Allen) Brogan of Louisville, KY; grandchildren, Gary (Brenda) Wilkinson of Nicholls,

Heather (Joe) Keddie of Mountain Home, ID, Sabrina Edmonston, and Russell Edmonston, both of Daytona Beach, FL, Ryan

(Amanda) Parker of Savannah, Rebekah Parker of Douglas, Tony (Kerry) Parker, Jr. of Newnan, Wayne Davis of Mt. Washington,

KY, Shawn Davis of Daytona Beach, FL and Michelle Davis of Ormond Beach, FL; great grandchildren, Jacob Lee Chaney, Koby

Tyler Chaney, and Cameron Ellis Chaney, all of Mountain Home, ID, Jonathan Kyle Wilkinson and Courtney Wilkinson, both of

Nicholls, and Bryce Aaron Davis of Ormond Beach, FL; and 1 nephew, Lawrence Parker of Jacksonville, FL. Funeral services were

Monday, June 20, 2011, Ricketson Funeral Home. Interment followed in the Vickers Rural Cemetery near Ambrose. Personnel

from Ft. Stewart Army Base of Hinesville served as flag detail and bugler.

PARKER, Ray 'Buddy' Parker

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia January 11, 2012)

Mr. Ray “Buddy” Parker, 73, passed away Monday, January 2, 2012, in the South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, Ga. Mr.

Parker was born November 10, 1938, in Perry, Fla. to the late, Raymond Parker and Ruth Tomlinson Parker. He was a member of

the Masons and was retired from the Clinch County Board of Education as the Transportation Supervisor. He was preceded in

death by his wife, Phylis N. “Nickie” Parker. Survivors are four daughters, Karlyn White of Homerville, Diana Reeves of Hahira,

Judy Smith of Covington, Ga, and Becky Hall of Hahira; three sisters, Faye Langley and Sandra Collins both of Palatka, Fla. and

Barbara Hull of Hamlet, N.C.; one brother, Larry Parker of Palatka, Fla.; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several

other relatives. Services for Mr. Parker were held Thursday, January 5, 2012, at 2 p.m. from the Arabia Primitive Baptist

Church.Officiating was Rev. Talmadge Guess. Interment was in the Arabia Cemetery with Masonic Rites. Active pallbearers

were Rusty Lieupo, Dustan Lieupo, Joseph Lieupo Porter, Josh Reeves, Jake Reeves, Taylor Smith, Reece Hall, Rayden Hall,

David White, Joe Reeves, Johnny Smith, and Joey Hall. W.G. Smith sang "Amazing Grace" and “Go Rest High On That Mountain".

Sympathy maybe expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home was in

charge of the arrangements

PARKER, Richard Dennis Parker

(Abstracted from the June 30, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

NAHUNTA — Richard “Rick” Dennis Parker, age 59, of Nahunta, died Saturday (June 28, 2014) at Hospice of the Golden Isles

in Brunswick after an extended illness. Born in Jacksonville, FL, he was the son of Ira Noel and Doreen Nelson Parker. He was a

member of Nahunta United Methodist Church and served in the United States Army. He was a machinist for CSX Railroad and

loved his family and grandkids. He enjoyed tinkering, riding his tractor, mowing the grass, listening to the Eagles, and laughing

with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Beverly Hendrix Parker, of Nahunta; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Brandon Kit

(Ashley) Parker, of Fleming Island, FL; 2 daughters and a son-in-law, Heather Renee (Joey) Allen, of Waycross, and Caitlyn

Brianna Parker, of Nahunta; an adopted daughter, Ashlyn Brooker, of Nahunta; 6 grandchildren, Parker Bae Allen, Haden Brek

Allen, Callista Jade Parker, Ava Lynn Parker, Brodie Layre Allen and Wilder Bish Allen; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Wayne (Liz)

Parker; 3 sisters and brothers-in-law, Brenda Gibson, Jeanne (David) Phillips and Jeanette (Shelton) Mercer; 1 brother-in-law

and sister-in-law, Mitchell (Penny) Hendrix; his grandmother, Lois Hulett; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A

funeral will be Monday at 2 o’clock at the chapel of Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in New Hope Cemetery. Arrangements

are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PARKER, Rosa Lee Hunt Parker

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, December 10, 2008)

Mrs. Rosa Lee Hunt Parker, 87, passed away Friday, December 5, 2008, at Langdale Hospice in Valdosta. Mrs. Parker was born

June 1, 1921, in Dooly County, to the late Fannie Felton. She was a homemaker and member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness

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of Lakeland. Mrs. Parker was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Parker. Survivors are one daughter, Barbara Milligns of

Statesboro, GA; five sons, Eddie Parker of West Palm Beach, FL, James Parker of Lakeland, Sammie Parker, Anthany Parker,

and Otis Parker all of Atlanta; one sister, Stalla Mae McDonald of Fort Myers, FL, a number of grandchildren, great-

grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren and several other relatives. Services for Mrs. Parker will be held Friday,

December 19, 2008 from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness in Lakeland. Burial will follow in the Charles Knight Cemetery in

Lakeland.

PARKER, Ruby Fulford Parker


Mrs. Ruby Fulford Parker, age 89, a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County, passed away on Thursday, September 24,

2009 at Marshall Health Care Center. She was the daughter of the late Elmer Fulford and Aluina Irene Poppell. Mrs. Parker was

a member of the First United Methodist Church and a homemaker. She was also a member of the Woodmen of the World, she

sold Tupperware, and worked as a Librarian Aid when it first opened. She worked at the Emporium in Perry, and was known as

“MeMaw” at Jack and Jill’s Day Care. She enjoyed fishing, watching Atlanta Braves baseball and game shows. She was an avid

bowler when she was younger and enjoyed caring for her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years,

Marcus Parker in May 2009, a daughter, Margaret “Elaine” Smith, 2 brothers. Troy Fulford, E. P. Fulford, and a sister, Sadie

Stallings. Survived by 2 sons, Melvin T. (Marcia) Parker, and Herb Parker, all of Perry, FL; 2 daughters; Gloria (Eric) Smith of

Jacksonville, FL, Marilyn (Mike) Baumgardner of Perry, (13) grandchildren, (21) great- grandchildren, and (2) great-great

grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Sunday, September 27, 2009. Interment will

follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

PARKER, Mrs. S. A. Parker


Mrs. S. A. Parker died Sunday at her home in the Greenville community October 31 and was buried November 1st at Hinsey

Cemetery Sunday. Mrs. Parker would have been 72 years old if she had lived to November 12. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs.

Joe Handley, and two sons, Ed and Leonard Parker, eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Mrs. Parker’s husband

passed away many years ago.

PARKER, Samuel Elbert Parker

(Abstracted from John Bullard 30 July 2020)

Samuel Elbert Parker, age 64, passed away on July 27, 2020 at his home in Mayo, FL. Sam was born July 9, 1956 in Thomasville,

GA to Leonard and Ruby Mae Handley Parker. He has been a resident of Lafayette County since 2003 after moving from Perry,

FL. Sam was of the Baptist faith and started diving a truck at 18 years of age. He worked as a truck driver for many years. In

his spare time, he enjoyed going to rodeos, dancing with his wife Betty, and visiting with his family. He was preceded in death

by; his parents, Leonard and Ruby Parker; a sister, Vivian Bratcher; and a step-son, Barney Lee Duckworth. He is survived by; his

wife of 31 years, Betty Gene Parker; a daughter, Natasha Parker, of Jacksonville, FL; 2 step-sons, Paul Daniels, Jr., of Mayo,

and James Daniels, of Greenville, FL; 4 brothers, Buddy Parker, Lawrence Parker, both of Mayo, Don Parker, of Perry, and Paul

Parker, of Greenville, FL; 5 sisters, Lorene Thigpen, of Greenville, Helen Eakins, of Sirmans, FL, Evelyn Holland, of Monticello,

FL, Eunice Andrews, of Madison, FL, and Dot Bolen, of Leaksville, MS; 13 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; as well as a host

of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be in Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of

Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

PARKER, Sonia Jacqueline Parker


Sonia Jacqueline Parker, age 93, of Fernandina Beach, FL, died December 4, 2017, at Osprey Village in Fernandina Beach FL, she

was born February 13, 1924 in Leicester England to the late William and Alice Wheatley .She served in WWII with the women's

Auxiliary Air Force. She moved to the United States in 1947 where she married James O. Parker Sr. They resided in Mayo until

1998 and during that time she worked with the U.S. Post office until she retired in 1989. She is survived by her two grandsons

James O. Parker III of Mayo and Chet (Jennifer) Parker of Southlake TX and one granddaughter Teresa Parker of Satellite

Beach FL. Funeral Services will be Thursday December 7, 2017 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Mayo. Interment will follow at

Day cemetery.

PARKER, Stella Jean Parker


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Stella Jean Parker, age 73, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2009 at All Saints Catholic Nursing Home in Jacksonville, FL.

She was born in Greenville, FL, to the late Micah Steele Letchworth and late former Anna Bell Bishop. Mrs. Parker was raised

here as a young lady then married Mr. Thomas Elton Parker who joined the Navy and lived in many places throughout the United

States. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, a past Girl Scout Leader, and a member of the Navy Wives Club.

Mrs. Parker was a bookkeeper for 15 years. She enjoyed swimming, fishing, camping, boating and cooking. Preceded in death by

her husband, Thomas Elton Parker, a son Guy Thomas Parker, (2) brothers; Johnny Steele Letchworth, and Jerry Raymond

Letchworth. Survived by a son, Honorable Circuit Judge Greg Parker and wife Pam of Perry, FL, a daughter; Gale Parker-Hall

and husband Hugh of Jacksonville, FL, a brother; Jack Milton Letchworth of Crawfordville, FL, (5) grandchildren; Jason Hall,

Chelsea Parker, Ben Tuten, Danielle Hall and Kate Daley-Parker, a host of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will

be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry Tuesday, June 23, 2009. Interment will follow at Pineview Memorial Gardens.

PARKER, Terri Lee Rooney Parker

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 11 May, 2015)

Valdosta, Georgia: Terri Lee (Rooney) Parker, age 56, left this life suddenly on May 11, 2015. Funeral services will be Friday,

May 15 at Beggs Funeral Home Madison with burial at Mary Belle Cemetery in Live Oak, FL. Born on December 27, 1958, Terri

grew up in Madison County, FL and was a long-time resident of Homerville, and later, Valdosta, GA. She was a member of St.

John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Valdosta. She is survived by her husband of 32 years: Robert Parker; 5 children, Jordan

Parker of Valdosta, Naomi Parker (Tim McCoppin) of Lake Park, Belinda (Tom) Wheeler of Quitman, Allen (Nezzie) Parker of

Statenville, and Robert (Kim) Parker of Adams, TN; 2 sisters, Shellie (Andy) Carroll of Live Oak, FL and Victoria (Toby) Morris

of Stuart, FL; 2 brothers, Richard (Jessenia) Rooney of Gainesville, FL and James (Marsha) Rooney of Nashville, GA; and 7

grandchildren, Alyson and Emily Parker, Sara Ridall, Callie and Alivia Wheeler, Emily and Kayla Helton; and many relatives. Her

family is comforted that in leaving this world, Terri has joined her loving parents, Richard and Ruth Rooney; a son, Robert

Richard; and many other relatives, all who she dearly missed.

PARKER, Thomas Augustus Parker, Sr.


Judge Thomas Augustus Parker Sr., 87, died Monday morning (May 6, 2013) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following

an extended illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross, son of the late William Cling Parker and Jessie Carswell

Parker. He graduated from Waycross High School in 1942. Following high school, he graduated from the University of Georgia

School of Law in 1952 and opened his law practice the same year. He also served in the United States Army during World War

II in Europe and re-entered the Army to serve in the Korean War. He served three terms in the Georgia House of

Representatives from 1957 to 1962. He co-authored the Georgia law that established the state’s Division for Children and

Youth plus serving on Gov. Ernest Vandiver’s Committee for Youth that revised Georgia’s Juvenile Court guidelines. He was a

chief sponsor for establishing at least one Youth Development Center in each congressional district to move children out of

adult jails. He also served as the judge of the Juvenile Court of Ware County for 28 years. He was president and co-founder of

Slash Pine Area Rehabilitation Workshop, Inc. in 1968. He was the first president of the Waycross Jaycees where he received

the organization’s Outstanding Young Man Award in 1956. He was president of the Waycross Lions Club and board member of

the Okefenokee Regional Library. In 1982, he received the Miller Medal from Kiwanis International for outstanding service to

the community. He was assistant scout master for the Boy Scouts of America Troop 300. He was the BSA Central District

chairman from 1976 to 1977 and received the “District Award of Merit” in 1978. He was also the recipient of the BSA Silver

Beaver Award. He was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church in Waycross where he was a deacon for 54 years including

chairman, taught Sunday School for 45 years and sang in the choir for 40 years. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Patricia

Smith “Tish” Parker, of Waycross (originally of Winder); a daughter, Julia Parker Crews, of Townsend; two sons, William C.

Parker (wife Missy), of Lawrenceville, Thomas A. Parker Jr. (wife Pam), of Brunswick; six grandchildren; a sister, Martha Parker

Donaldson, of Waycross; and three nieces. A funeral will be Thursday at First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland

Cemetery. The family request memorials be given to First Baptist Church, 702 Elizabeth St., Waycross, GA 31501. Music

Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PARKER, Vera Mae Caruthers Parker


Vera Mae Caruthers Parker passed away at the age of 96, on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 in Dade City, FL. Vera Mae was born

October 10, 1922 to Ralph and Ruby (Martin) Caruthers in Wildwood, FL. She was married in 1948 in Largo, FL, to Clayton T.

Parker (deceased) from Perry, FL. They had two children; Myrtice (married to Anthony) Forcella and Jim Parker (deceased);

five grandchildren; Jim (Somer) Forcella; Kari (Steve) Butler; Lacy (Kevin) McGuire, Michael Forcella; Bonnie Parker (Sid)

Stewart; and eleven great grandchildren. Vera Mae is survived by sisters Annie Lou Denbrock, Washington; Velma Lee Davidson,

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Crystal River, FL; sister-in-law Elvena Parker Johnson, Perry/Live Oak, FL and numerous nieces and nephews. Vera Mae was

preceded in death by siblings: Ellis Caruthers, Franklin Caruthers, and; Willie Florence Worel. She was a long time member of

the First Baptist Church of Indian Rocks in Largo, FL where she lived for over seventy years. Vera Mae was a loving mother and

grandmother who enjoyed sewing and working in her garden. She unknowingly passed on much wisdom and insight as she lived her

simple life. She has been a wonderful blessing to her family and will be greatly missed. Graveside service will be at Pisgah

Cemetery, Perry, FL.

PARKER, Wentworth J. Parker Jr.

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland and Valdosta, GA 7 May 2018)

Wentworth J. “Parker” Jr., age 76, of Valdosta, GA passed away suddenly on Monday, May 7, 2018 doing what he loved. He was

born on October 4, 1941 in Clinton, NC to the late Wentworth James Parker, Sr. and Sallie Belle (Blackburn) Parker. Mr. Parker

was a decorated war veteran of the United States Army where he served as a Ranger in the Vietnam War. He was a retired

Sanitation Supervisor of Crackin Good Bakeries. Survivors include: Deloris Parker, Wife of 51 years of Valdosta, GA; Katherine

and Karl Wassmuth, daughter and son-in-law of Lake Park, GA; Carl and Cathy Parker, son and daughter-in-law of Lakeland, GA;

Kim Parker (Jim Martin), daughter of Lakeland, GA; Loria and Keith Gaedchens, daughter and son-in-law of Baytown, TX;

grandchildren: Kimberly and Brian Otero, Christopher Delrossi, Sean Wassmuth, Scott Culbreth, Kyle Parker, Collin Parker,

Kendal Parker, Cara Parker, Megan Jowers, Morgan and Christian Martin, and Tommy Goodman; great grandchildren: Cayden and

Naddia; 4 sisters and brothers-in-law, Ann Mathis of Clinton, NC; Linda and Harry Faircloth of Goldsboro, NC; Kathy and Jamie

Little of Clinton, NC; Sally and Brian DeMay of Clinton, NC; Nancy and Greg Sellers, sister-in-law of Columbus, GA; numerous

nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral service will be Friday, May 11, 2018 at the Vision Church with burial to

follow in Friendship Cemetery. Music Funeral Services, Azalea Crematory is serving Mr. Parker’s family.

PARKER, Willard Terrell Parker Sr.


Willard Terrell “Bill” Parker Sr., age 89, died Wednesday (March 29, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an

extended illness. Born in Sylvania, he was the son of the late John Dunn Parker and Bertie Ophelia Parker. He served in the U.S.

Army during the Korean War for two years as a staff sergeant. He retired after 34 years as sales manager of WACL and

WHFX Radio Stations. As an active member of First Baptist Church since October 1962, he devoted many hours serving his

church in ministry. In past years, he served on the following committees: Church Leadership Council and Prayer Council, finance,

debt retirement, publicity, history, nominating and personnel. He served as chairman of deacons and was Deacon Emeritus,

member of the Hustler Sunday School Class, and in previous years taught the Boys Youth Sunday School Class. On Father’s Day

2006, he was awarded “Man of the Year” by his church family. He has also been active in community clubs and activities. He

served on the American Red Cross board of directors, Waycross Chamber of Commerce board, Industrial Development

Authority, Okefenokee Heritage Center Board, chairman of the Salvation Army Board, YMCA board of directors and Lions Club

president. He received the Jack Williams Community Service Award. Aside from his church and family, he enjoyed playing golf,

reading, crossword puzzles, sports and his grandchildren most of all. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a

daughter, Terri Dell Parker. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Mary Dell Cotney Parker; 1 daughter, Pamela Cotney Parker

(Charles Hamp) Chaffin of Gilbert, AZ; 2 sons, Steven Terrell (Carole Denise) Parker of Waycross, and Willard Terrell Parker

Jr., of Stockbridge; and four grandchildren, Charles Hamp Chaffin III, Steven Andrew Chaffin, Stephanie Carole Arnow and

Terri Denise Parker. A funeral will be Saturday at First Baptist Church. Private burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 702 Elizabeth St., Waycross, GA 31501 or the Southeast Cancer

Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501.

PARKER, William R. Parker, Sr.

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, April 22, 2009)

Mr. William "Bill" R. Parker, Sr., 75, of Pelham, GA passed away Thursday, April 16, 2009, at Emory Health Care in Atlanta. He

was born August 27, 1933 in Decatur County, GA the late Robert Thomas Parker, Sr. and Daisy Harrell Parker. He was a retired

postmaster of Pelham. He married Patricia W. Parker on December 3, 1961. He was a member of Hand Memorial United

Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of NAPUS. He attended ABAC for two years and

graduated from the University of Georgia. He was preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters. Survivors include his

wife, Patricia W. Parker of Pelham; daughter, Melissa L. Mercer of Pelham; son, William Randolph Parker, Jr. of Pelham;

grandson, Christopher Mercher of Pelham; sisters, Thelda Cassleberry of Naples and Jane Singleton of Camden, SC. A funeral

service was Monday, April 20, 2009, at Hand Memorial United Methodist Church. Interment was in Mars Hill Cemetery in

Decatur County, GA. Jamerson-Braswell Funeral Home of Pelham served the Parker family.

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PARKER, Willie Frank Parker – Death Announcement

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/willie-frank-parker/)

Mr. Willie Frank Parker, age 76, Valdosta, entered the sunset of life on March 19, 2019. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at

this time and will be announced at a later date by Harrington Funeral Home.

PARKS, C. E. Parks

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 28, 1961

Mr. C. E. Parks, age 87, of Greenville, died Monday at a nursing home in Monticello. He was born in English, IN and spent twenty-

five years in Ft. Lauderdale where he was engaged in the grocery business. He had been a resident of Greenville since 1943. Mr.

Parks was a member of the Corner Stone Masonic Lodge of St. Louis, MO for more than 50 years. Survivors are two sons,

Norman K. Parks, of Hollywood, FL and Ronald S. Parks, of Gainesville; two daughters, Mrs. Robert Lemke, of Washington, DC;

and Lieut Comdr. Melba R. Parks, of the U. S. Navy in Washington. Services were held Thursday in the Beggs Funeral Home.

Cremation followed.

PARKS, Mrs. C. E. Parks


Mrs. C. E. Parks of Greenville, 70, died in a Monticello Hospital Monday after an extended illness. She was a native of St. Louis,

MO but had lived in Florida since 1913, first living in Ft. Lauderdale and since 1946, near Greenville. She is survived by her

husband, C. E. Parks of Greenville; two daughters, Lt. Comdr. Melba R. Parks, of the U. S. Navy; and Mrs. Robert Lemke, both of

Washington, DC; two sons, Ronald G. Parks, of Greenville; and Norman K. Parks, of Hollywood; and one granddaughter, Judy

Lemke, of Washington, DC. Funeral services were held Thursday at Beggs Funeral Home. Cremation followed.

PARKS, Classie Bellamy Parks

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida March 3, 2011)

Classie Bellamy Parks, 73, of Greensville, passed in Tallahassee on Friday, February 25, 2011. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Sat.

at Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Monticello with burial at Turkey Scratch Cemetery. Viewing-visitation will be

3-8 p.m. Friday at Tillman of Monticello (850-997-5553. A native of Jefferson County’s Lamont Community, Mrs. Parks had

lived in Jacksonville for many years where she worked in the Duval County Schools as a cafeteria aide, before returning to this

area. She was a member of Salem AME Church and her favorite leisure activity was fishing. Cherishing sweet memories are her

brothers, Amon (Louise) Bellamy, Perry, FL, Willie Bellamy, Lamont, FL and Earnest (Savannah) Bellamy of Monticello; sisters,

Theola Scott and Loretha (L.C.) Young of Monticello; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Classie

was predeceased by her husband, Mayo Parks; parents, Amon, Sr. and Mary Etta Loggins Bellamy; brothers, Joe, Jimmy Lee and

Linsey Bellamy.

PARKS, Derek Levy Parks

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 14 September

2018)

Derek Levy Parks, age 32, passed away on September 14, 2018 in Tallahassee FL. Derek was born March 5, 1986 in Madison, FL

to Terry Levy Parks and Mrs. Sherry Mims Brown. Derek honorably served our country in the United States Army during Dec.

2004 thru May 2006. Derek attended Immanuel Baptist Church in Tallahassee. Derek worked with Desloge Home Oxygen and

Medical Equipment for 2 years. Derek was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Ellen Mims and Arlene Brown. Derek is

survived by his parents Gordon and Sherry Brown & Terry and Kim Parks; grandparents Marvin and Thelma Henry, grandfather

Von Brown. sisters Kesha (Leon) Herring, Kacy (Logan) Padgett, and brother Ty Parks, 5 nephews, 1 niece and a host of aunts,

uncles, and cousins. A celebration of life will be Sunday, November 4, 2018 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services

will follow immediately afterwards in Pisgah Cemetery with military honors.

PARKS, Jimeka Latosha Parks

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 12 October 2009)

Mrs. Jimeka Latosha Parks, age 25, was born in Atlanta, GA to her loving parents, Jimmy and Martha McMillan. Jimeka attended

DeKalb Public Schools graduating from Columbia High in 2002. She continued her education at Clayton State University and

Georgia Perimeter College. She gave her life to Christ at an early age. Her faith gave her the strength to battle cancer for 13

years. This was a battle that was fought with a positive attitude and a smile. Jimeka made sure that she was a soldier who let no

obstacles stand in her way through her journey in life. When Jimeka was diagnosed with cancer, she traveled to many different

states as a spokesperson for multiple pharmaceutical companies. She addressed nurses from all over the world educating them

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with her testimonials on how to conquer this disease. In 2007, Jimeka was blessed with a gift from God with the birth of her

son, Jordan Nehemiah Parks. Human life, like nature has its seasons; Jimeka celebrated life with her mother, Martha McMillan;

father, Jimmy McMillan; loving and caring sisters, Santrice Parks, Tonya Fletcher, and Jametrice Carter; her brothers, Carlton

Adams (Sabine), Jimmy Odoms (Brenda), and Jarvis Daniels. She was inspired by her grandmother, Mary Parks and granddaddy,

Bobby L. Frost; a loving and devoted aunt, Mary Louise Brown and uncle, Samuel Brown. Jimeka was an inspiration to any and all

who were around her including: aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews from the McMillan and Parks families. The funeral

service for Ms. Parks was Saturday, September 26, 2009, at the First Baptist Church in Decatur, GA. Burial followed at

Kennedy Memorial Gardens in Ellenwood, GA. Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, Inc. of Decatur, GA was in charge of

arrangements.

PARKS, Nancy Parks


Nancy Parks, age 63, died June 17th in the Madison hospital after a long illness. Survivors are three brothers; Sing Bradley of

Greenville; Plummer Bradley of Wilmington, NC; Boisey Bradley of Copeland, FL and other relatives. Graveyard services will be

held Sunday June 21 at Cross Road Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PARKS, Willie Mae Parks

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida February 16, 2012)

Mrs. Willie Mae Parks, 105 a retired hairdresser and a nursing assistant of Madison died February 12, 2012 in Madison. Funeral

services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2012 at The Magnolia Church of God in Unity on Jackson Avenue

with burial following at St. Luke Cemetery in Madison. She leaves to cherish her memories, a devoted sister, Elder Emma Smith

who loved her more each day. She also left a God daughter, Dorothy Alexander (Alphonas) and a God son, Gary Range, two

special caretakers, Marva Lott and Shirley Thomas who treated Mother Parks with Love and Patience. She leaves a host of

nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mother Parks was a sweet loving lady who cared for people from all walks of life

and she will be missed dearly.

PARNELL, Alex Godfrey Parnell


A celebration of life service for Alex Godfrey Parnell, age 48, will be held Saturday at True Foundation Church of God. He was

born April 15, 1966 in Waycross to Ernestine Singleton Parnell and the late Alex Parnell. He received his formal education from

the Waycross public school system and was a member of the Waycross High School class of 1985. He was a talented musician

and worked in the mobile home manufacturing industry. He departed this life Monday (June 2, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health

System in Waycross. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Tim Wade, Jerry Parnell, Patrice

Parnell and Perry Parnell. Survivors include his mother, Ernestine Singleton Nelson, and step-father, Jackie Nelson of

Waycross; 2 sisters, Angela Wade and Gloria P. Reed, both of Waycross; 2 brothers, John B. (Carolyn) Wade, of Baxley, and

Christopher (Cynthia) Parnell, of Waycross; nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill

Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PARNELL, Earl Robert Parnell Jr


Earl Robert Parnell Jr., 83, of Monticello, died Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Madison County Hospital in Madison. Earl was born

October 16, 1929 in Perry, FL to the late Earl and Lucy (O'Quinn) Parnell Sr. Mr. Parnell Jr. was preceded in death by his wife

Margie Parnell. Earl was a Veteran of the United States Navy and he was a welding engineer his entire working life. In his spare

time he enjoyed fresh water fishing, and big game hunting. He is survived by 2 sons: Sonny and Roy Parnell; close friend Phillip

Tharpe and his wife Judy of Perry, FL; friends Johnny Samford; Tommy Stover; Roger Walker; Terry Walker II; and Wayne

Campbell. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are

under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PARNELL, Edworth Parnell

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 17, 2009)

Edworth Parnell, 66, passed away Sunday morning (Aug. 16, 2009) at his residence after a short illness. He was born in Fargo,

but lived in Waycross most of his life. He was the second child born to Drucille Parnell-Taylor and the late Ledworth Parnell. He

served his country in the United States Army. He was employed with Douglas Asphalt for 30 years. He was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Geraldine Harris-Parnell; one son, Jamiah Carter Parnell; one daughter, Gernisha Parnell; his

mother, Drucille Taylor; one brother, two sisters; two stepbrothers; six step-children; and 24 step-grandchildren. Friends are

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being received at the family residence, 610 Crescent St., Waycross. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced

later by Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

PARNELL, Robert David Parnell


Robert David Parnell, age 61, of Waycross, passed away Wednesday (April 10, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health Waycross from

injuries he sustained in an automobile accident. Born in Jacksonville, FL, March 4, 1958, he lived in Ocoee, FL, for many years

before moving to Waycross in early 2000. He was a stacker for Alma Pack and attended Southside Baptist Church. He was the

son of the late Robert Quitman and Sarah Jo Pinkston Parnell. Survivors include his wife, Mary Helen Bolden Parnell, of

Waycross; a sister-in-law, Williemae (Carmon) Ungaro, of Deland, FL; a brother-in-law, William Walter (Claire) Bolden, of

Beverly, Ohio; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be at the Pearson-Dial Funeral Home.

Memorialization will be by cremation.

PARNES, Aida Ortiz Parnes


BLACKSHEAR — Aida Ortiz Parnes, age 73, of Blackshear, passed away Friday (May 3, 2019) at her residence. Born in Baymon,

Puerto Rico, Aug. 5, 1945, she lived in Bayside Queens, NY, prior to moving to Pierce County 25 years ago. She was a master

cosmetologist and was currently working for Gentle Touch Salon in Waycross. She loved gardening and tending to her plants and

flowers — lilacs being her favorite. She enjoyed painting, sewing and watching The Young and the Restless. She had a great love

for rescued dogs and had four of her own. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. A daughter of the late Julio and

Emilia Ortiz Ortega, she was also preceded in death by three sisters, Juanita Rodriguez, Fabiana Ortiz, and Justina Ortiz, and

her only brother, Tibo Ortiz. Survivors include her two sons and daughter-in-law, Scotty Rivera of Blackshear, and John and

Cindy Rivera of Weyers Cove, VA; four grandchildren, Ivan C. Rivera, Dannette (Chad) Conley, Andrew Rivera and Brittney

Rivera; three great-grandchildren, Annabella Rivera, Olivia Scott Rose Rivera and Zackary Conley; four sisters, Fela Rivera of

Manhattan, NY, Icencia Vazquez (her daughter, Flora Betancourt), of Queens, NY, Matilde Ortiz of Bronx, NY, and Santa Ortiz,

of Brooklyn, NY; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral mass will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in

Waycross. Memorialization will be by cremation. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

PARR, Kayle Parr


Kayle Parr, 39, died suddenly early Saturday morning (Aug. 18, 2012) at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. A Waycross

native, he lived most of his life in Waycross. He lived in Jacksonville for the past 11 years and acquired many friends. He was

preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Parr and Alma Lucille Taft Parr. He was a floral designer for Turner Ace Hardware at

the beach in Jacksonville, FL. He was of the Church of God faith. Survivors include three sisters, Lawanda DeWeese (Jerry),

Dale Purvis (Carroll) and Pam Lee (John), all of Waycross; a brother, Richard Parr (Sandy), of Blackshear; a special friend,

Jimmy Concepcion, of Orlando, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held 2 p.m. today at

Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PARR, Mack H. Parr Sr.


BLACKSHEAR, Mack Hampton Parr Sr., 76, passed away Thursday morning (March 11, 2010) at his residence following a

courageous battle with cancer. Born Sept. 3, 1933 in Bainbridge (Decatur County), he moved with his family to Bacon County in

1936 and lived in the Rockingham area until moving in 1946 to Blackshear, where he continued to live until his death. He

graduated from Blackshear High School and attended Abraham Baldwin College in Tifton and the University of Georgia in

Athens. He continued to be an avid Georgia Bulldog fan all his life. He served in the United States Air Force and was a member

of Blackshear First Baptist Church. He was a charter member of the Blackshear Exchange Club and was also a charter member

of the Blackshear Jaycees. He was a past member of Blackshear Rotary Club and was a member of the American Legion Post

181. He enjoyed farming for years before getting into the timber business. He owned Parr Timber and Forest Products and Parr

Logging. In 1982 he began a career in crop insurance as a claims adjuster, then in 1992 he became Production Field

Representative and later worked for Crop Hail Management. He was known as one of the best in his field by agents and farmers

alike for his fair and honest crop assessments. He was owner of Parr Fitness, Inc. (d/ b/ a Anytime Fitness), in Blackshear, and

a partner in Anytime Fitness, in Alma, Waycross and Valdosta. He dearly loved his family and was "Papa" to his three

grandchildren who always had a special hug for him. One of his favorite hobbies was making barbecue sauce for family and

friends at Christmas time called "Mack's Special" Barbecue Sauce, and indeed it was! He was also an excellent cook. Another

enjoyable pastime he looked forward to yearly was watching Georgia Bulldog football games. Go Dawgs! He was a son of the late

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J. W. Parr Sr. and Edrie Sanders Parr, and was preceded in death by his sister, Gloris Willmann, and his brother, James W. Parr

Jr. Survivors are his wife of 45 years, Yvonne Bryant Parr, of Blackshear; two sons, Mack H. "Hamp" Parr Jr. and Jeffrey

Wright Parr (wife Jenny), all of Blackshear; three grandchildren, Jey, Jarrett and Jenna Parr; nieces, Vickie Sanderson, of

Deerfield Beach, Fla., and Beth LaBranche (husband Lenny), of Leesburg, Fla.; nephews, Bob Powers (wife Cynthia), of Waller,

Texas, and Travis Parr (wife Deborah), of Blackshear; his mother-in-law, Mary C. Bryant, of Blackshear; and several other

relatives and friends. The funeral will be held at 11 o'clock Saturday morning at First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the

Blackshear Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at First Baptist Church. Sympathy may be expressed

by signing the online registry at www.pearsondial.com Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

PARR, Samuel Watson Parr Jr.


FARGO — Samuel Watson “Sammy” Parr Jr., age 70, passed away Monday (April 11, 2016) at the Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL,

following a short illness. He was born Sept. 1, 1945, in Blackshear, son of the late Samuel W. Parr Sr. and Theatus Douglas Parr.

He worked as a senior woodsman for St. Regis and International Paper Companies. He was a Baptist by faith. He was preceded in

death by many precious sisters and brothers. Survivors are his wife, Marie Griffis Parr of Fargo; 2 daughters and son-in-law,

Ava (Bill) Hendricks of Homerville, and Beth Gray of Homerville; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Sammy (Melissa) Parr III of

Homerville; 4 sisters and brothers-in-law, Brunell (David) Zeigler of Rincon, Shelby Jean (Kenneth) Petty of Crosby, MS,

Dorothy Wright of Jacksonville, FL, and Roslyn Neeley of Chattahoochee, FL; 2 brothers and a sister-in-law, Billy Ray (Mildred)

Parr of Needmore, and Mack Parr of Jasper, FL; a special sister-in-law, Teresa Thrift of Homerville; 7 grandchildren, Brooke

Harper, Jamie Harper, Joseph Gray, Gene Gray, Bill Hendricks, Kelsey Gaskins and John Gray; 1 great-grandchildren, Rayce

Metts; a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Thursday at Cornerstone Baptist Church.

Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PARRAMORE, J. B. Parramore

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, February 13, 1902)

All of the older citizens of Madison County and many of the younger generation will remember Captain J. B. Parramore who was

a native of this city and spent his life here up to several years ago when he moved to Orlando. The sad news of his death was

received in this city on last Friday, it having occurred at his Orlando home on Thursday. Captain Parramore suffered a stroke

of paralysis on Tuesday which terminated in his death as above stated. At the time of his death Captain Parramore was serving

his fifth consecutive term as mayor of Orlando, having been four times elected to that honorable position without opposition.

He was a public spirited and progressive man and was regarded as one of Orlando's most prominent citizens. He had served the

state in the capacity of State Chemist for a term of four years with satisfaction and ability. Captain Parramore was brother to

Mr. W. L. Parramore of this city.


PARRAMORE, William Francis Parramore


Dr. William Francis Parramore, former well known Madison citizen, died at his home at 1510 Barrs Street, Jacksonville, Sunday

morning of a heart attack. He was at his dental offices as usual Saturday, but complained of not feeling well, and the illness

continued at intervals after he returned home for the evening. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at Hardage and

Sons Chapel in Jacksonville, with interment following in Oaklawn Cemetery there. Dr. Parramore was born in Madison in 1878,

son of the late Redding W. Parramore and Mrs. Imogene Parramore, and made his home here until 1924, when he moved to

Jacksonville to practice his profession. He was a member of the Florida State Guard in the Spanish-American War, and later

graduated from the Atlanta Dental College. He practiced in Madison and Greenville for several years before going to

Jacksonville. On August 26th, 1914 Dr. Parramore was married to Miss Elizabeth G. Mays of Ashville, who survived him: also

three children; Dr. W. F. Parramore, Jr., of Jacksonville; Mrs. J. H. Armstrong, of Newport, RI and Mrs. Reiman MacDonnel of

Jacksonville; two grandchildren, one sister Mrs. Rabe Love, of Qunicy; one brother, P. J. Parramore , of Madison, and a large

number of other relatives.

PARRICK, Joseph Louis Parrick

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Jefferson County News August 11, 2010)"Jo" Parrick died Thursday, July 22, 2010, just a few

weeks short of his 97th birthday. Born in Hiawassee, Arkansas on Aug. 4, 1913, he was one of seven children born to Nancy Bell

Deer Parrick and Clyde Eugene Parrick. As a teen he traveled, on foot, twice between the Arkansas/ Kansas area to California

and back, once with his dad and once by himself. They followed Route 66 when it was just two dirt tire tracks across America.

They made the trip with no money, and survived by exchanging work for food or shelter along the way. During the Depression

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era, at age 22, he married 16-year-old Dorothy Marie Cobler, and they had two children: Dorothy Louise and Kenneth Lee. After

living about a decade in California, Jo and Dorothy and their children moved to Gravette, Arkansas, where they purchased and

created an 80-acre farm, complete with house, two barns and outbuildings, all before electricity arrived in their area. While

building the farm Jo also worked for many years as foreman of the Peterson Feed Mill in Decatur, Arkansas. Music was always

an important part of his life, and even as a young adult he played fiddle and harmonica at barn dances. He was paid with nickels

and pennies, whatever the dancers could afford to give him. He later learned to play the accordion, mandolin, and organ. He

passed his love of music on to his children by providing piano lessons to them for many years, and paving for assorted musical

instruments. His sense of adventure and love of nature was also shared with his children. Jo was predeceased by his parents, his

wife, and five sisters: Mary Imogene Orendorff, Bertha Idress Collins, Margaret Ivy Markum, Alice Irene Bayless, Rhoda

Jeanette Newkirk, and a brother Floyd Lee Parrick. He was also predeceased by one granddaughter, Nanci Jean Henderson. He

is survived by his daughter Dorothy (John Hedrick) Miller and four of her children, Sherri (Steve) Wellborn, Donna (Neil)

Parker, Steven (Norma) McKenna, and Savannah (Matt) Rogers. He is also survived by his son Kenny (Diana) Parrick and their

two children Jimmy (Tiffany) Parrick and Karla (Leverne) Locklear. Surviving great-grandchildren include Justin Henderson,

Nichelle (Gui) Parent, Dylan Ortiz, Jacob Parker, Katie Parker, Janie Parker, Steven McKenna Jr., Karina (Jared) Olsen, Sherri

McKenna, Nicolas Rogers, twins McKenna and William Rogers, Sergio Joseph Rogers, Mallory and Amber Locklear, and Madeleine

Parrick; and two great-great grandchildren Jacob Henderson and Kailee-Anna Henderson. Jo spent his last two years living in

Monticello. Florida at Crosslandings Health and Rehab Center, to be near his daughter, who also resides in Monticello. In lieu of

flowers, contributions may be made to Big Bend Hospice in Tallahassee, FL, or the charity of your choice. The family of Joseph

Parrick would like to extend their special thanks to the staff of Crosslandings who provided excellent and loving care to their

dear patriarch during his stay there. Mr. Parrick was buried next to his wife of 71 years in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Hiawassee,

AR,, a place they always called "our other farm."

PARRISH, Ann Jovainne Moore Parrish


Ann Jovainne Moore Parrish, age 81 of Lakeland, GA departed this life on June 26, 2019 in her home surrounded by her family

after a long illness that she fought with grace and dignity. Jovainne was born in Nashville, GA to the late Rudolph Elisha and

Vera Elizabeth Griner Moore, she was also preceded by in death by her infant brother Little Johnny Moore, her infant grandson

Nicholas Earl Parrish, and also by her beloved son, Gary Alan Parrish. Jovainne was an active member of Pleasant Way Baptist

Church where she sang in the choir. Jovainne was also a retired instructor of the Lanier County Center for the mentally

challenged for 31 years where she loved and adored the children she served; she was also a volunteer at the retiree military

service organization at Moody Field Air Force Base, and was very active in The Eastern Star where she served as Worthy

Matron and district grand deputy, and also enjoyed her time with the Red Hat society. After retirement she and Edgar enjoyed

traveling, being with family and friends and of course she loved her craft and crochet projects, which she shared with many

people who were special to her. Surviving is her husband of 65 years Edgar Livingston Parrish, her children and their spouses,

Earl Stanley and Paula Kay Melton Parrish, Lakeland, GA, Daniel Edgar Parrish and Sidney Carl Goss of Ellijay, GA, Patricia Ann

Parrish Hinton, Lakeland, GA; her brother and sister in law, Daniel Elisha and Helen Moore, Perry, GA; 8 grandchildren, 9 great

grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins who all loved her dearly. A service to celebrate the life of Jovainne

Parrish will be at Pleasant Way Baptist Church in Naylor, GA. Entombment will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery in Lakeland. In lieu

of flowers the family request contributions be made to Bethany Hospice, 2700 N. Oak St., Bldg B, Valdosta, GA 31602 who took

wonderful care of Jovainne and her family. The Parrish family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music

Funeral Services, Lakeland.

PARRISH, Anne Cox Parrish

(Abstracted from the September 26, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper)

Anne Cox Parrish, 67, passed away Tuesday (Sept. 24, 2013) in Athens. Born in Waycross, she was the daughter of James

Monroe Cox Sr. and Ethel Elizabeth Gunter Cox. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, James Monroe

Cox Jr. (a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force). She graduated from Waycross High School in 1964 and received a bachelor

of science degree in business administration-economics from Valdosta State University in 1969. In 1970, she married Alan

Parrish, of Atlanta, and they lived several places around the country during his career in the oil industry, eventually settling in

Athens. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her sister-in-law, Mildred Owens Cox, of Cochran; 3 nieces, Donna

Guillory (Lawrence), of Warner Robins, Delia Spann (Steve), of Warner Robins, Doraine Willis (Michael), of Cochran; several

great-nieces and nephews; and her husband’s sister, Linda Abbey (Walter), of Atlanta, and their daughter, Ansley Miller

(Curtis), also of Atlanta. Graveside service at Evergreen Memorial Park, 3655 Atlanta Highway in Athens. In lieu of flowers,

memorials may be sent to Beech Haven Baptist Church, 2390 Broad St., Athens, GA 30606. Lord and Stephens Funeral Home,

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WEST, 1211 Jimmy Daniel Road, Bogart, GA 30622.

PARRISH, Caroline Parrish


Caroline Parrish, age 54, passed away on Friday (Dec. 29, 2017) at St. Vincent Medical Center in Jacksonville, FL. She was born

on June 2, 1963 in Patterson, to the late Edward McBride and Alberta McBride. She grew up in Patterson and graduated from

Patterson High School in 1981. She attended Waycross College, Coastal Pines Technical College and Savannah Technical College.

She was baptized at Macedonia Baptist Church in Patterson. She rededicated her life to Christ at First Christian Church of

Waycross in 2014 and actively served and delivered food through FCC weekly food pantry. She enjoyed dancing, painting,

sewing, fishing, traveling the world, eating seafood, playing cards and spending time with her family and friends. Memorialization

was by cremation. A memorial service was held Saturday at First Christian Church of Waycross, 412 McDonald St.

PARRISH, Clyde Lamar Parrish


Mr. Clyde Lamar Parrish, age 70, a native and lifelong resident of Alachua, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2009 in

Gainesville, FL. He was born in Trenton, Florida to the late Clyde Wilbur Parrish and late former Florence O’Steen. Mr. Parrish

worked in Maintenance at Holiday Inn Hotels and was a member of the Parkview Baptist Church. He was a Veteran of the U. S.

Army and enjoyed fishing and hunting in his spare time and loved of the Gators. Survived by his wife of 50 years, Shirley

Parrish, (4) sons; Charlie Parrish, Cecil Parrish, Jr., Scott Parrish and Troy Parrish all of Gainesville, FL, a sister; Barbara

Schnichols of Gainesville, FL, (5) grandchildren, (2) great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be

held at Hague Church in Alachua on Thursday, October 1, 2009. Interment will be held at Hague Cemetery.

PARRISH, David Ronald Parrish

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 24 July 2013)

Mr. David Ronald Parrish, age 51 of Douglas, GA, passed away Monday, July 8, 2013, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following

a brief illness. He was born October 9, 1961, to the late William Lewis Parrish and the late Lillie Mae Vickers Davis Parrish. He

was also preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Newsome and Ottie Mae Peterson Vickers. Mr. Parrish, a native of

Taranto, Italy, was a former employee of PCC, where he worked in the Casting Department. He was an avid outdoorsman, and a

U. S. Army Veteran. Survivors include two half-brothers, Mike (Lisa) Davis and Josh (Connie) Davis, both of Douglas, GA; one

uncle, Ben Vickers of Douglas, GA; and other relatives. Graveside services were Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at the Douglas City

Cemetery. It has been requested that donations be made to the local Humane Society. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of

arrangements.

PARRISH, Delores McLeod Parrish

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today 17 April 2020)

Delores McLeod Parrish, age 84, of Valdosta, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020 at Fellowship Home. She was born on May

24, 1935, to the late A.B. and Elma Hughes McLeod and was a lifelong resident of Lowndes County. Delores was a faithful

member of Central Avenue Church of Christ. She retired as Treasurer from The Langdale Company after 52 years of service.

She enjoyed her job and considered it a privilege to work there each day. Following her retirement, The Langdale Foundation

honored her by the naming and dedication of The Delores M. Parrish Children’s Advocacy Center. She graduated from Lake Park

High School where she was an outstanding basketball player, often the leading scorer. There she met her future husband, Billy

Parrish. He was the love of her life. They were married almost 65 years. Delores loved genealogy and was actively involved in

many clubs, including the General James Jackson DAR, UDC Chapter 471, Sgt. Benjamin Exum Daughters of 1812, Wiregrass

Southern Dames, Colonial Dames, Brushy Creek Indian Wars and the Historical Societies of Lowndes Co., Echols Co., Lake Park,

and Dasher. She was also a member of Quota Club and Wymodausis. Delores is survived by her beloved husband, Billy Parrish,

one daughter and son-in-law, Billie Ann and Kirby Hall, and one son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Kim Parrish. She had four

grandchildren, Shannon Hall Thomas, Garrett and Amanda Hall, Colby Jess and Danielle Hall, and Camden Parrish. She had five

great-grandchildren, Heidi and Chloe Thomas, Ava and Grayson Hall, and Gracelyn Hall. She is also survived by sisters, Faye

Clifton and Barbara Wellman, one brother and sister-in-law, Woody and Carla McLeod, her sisters-in-law, Betty Jo McLeod Bell,

Marian Parrish, Laquita Parrish McLeod and a brother-in-law, Andy Anderson. Delores was preceded in death by a brother,

Julian McLeod and a sister, Geraldine Clifton. A private family service will be held at Dasher Cemetery. In lieu of flowers

memorials may be made to the Children’s Advocacy Center of Lowndes County, P.O. Box 903, Valdosta, GA, 31603. Arrangements

by Carson McLane.

PARRISH, Ester Worn Parrish

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Ester Worn Parrish, age 70, of Rt. 4, Greenville, passed away Friday in the Presbyterian Home in Quitman after a long illness.

She was born in Climax, GA, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Owen Worn. She was a member of Concord Baptist

Church. For the past 20 years Mrs. Parrish was employed by Brooks County Hospital as a nurse. Her husband, Mrs. M. L. Parrish

died in February of this year. She is survived by 1 son, Charles Parrish of Jacksonville; 2 daughters, Mrs. Jackie Remy of New

Orleans and Mrs. Jean Ross of Rt. 4, Greenville; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Monroe Worn of Atlanta

and Jimmie Worn of Quitman; 1 sister, Mrs. Elle Phillips of Climax, GA; her step-mother, Mrs. Rosa Moore of Climax; 3 half-

brothers; 3 half-sisters; and a host of other relatives. Services were Sunday June 4th, 1972 at Beggs Funeral Home with

interment in Concord Cemetery.

PARRISH, Frank Parrish

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, March 30, 1905)

Frank Parrish died Saturday from a hemorrhage.


PARRISH, Jesse Parrish

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 10, 1956)

Jesse Parrish, age 30, was accidentally killed in Jacksonville Tuesday. He was cut by some glass and bled to death. He is

survived by his mother, Ethel Parrish; two brothers, in Jacksonville and a sister in New York. Graveside services will be held

Sunday in Oak Ridge Cemetery. The Beggs colored funeral home is in charge of the arrangements.

PARRISH, John Parrish, Sr.

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 16, 1971)

John Parrish, Sr., age 50, passed away Monday April 5, 1971 at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. He was a member of

Jehovah’s Witnesses. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Pearl W. Parrish of Miami; three daughters, Mrs. Shirley Ann McGee, Miss

Betty Louise Parrish and Janice Denese Parrish, both of Madison; Jerome Parrish of Miami; his mother, Mrs. Ethel Parrish of

Madison; one sister, Mrs. Sarah Ford of New York City, NY; one brother, Charlie Parrish of Jacksonville; and a number of

nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services were held at Beggs Horry Street Chapel with burial in Oak Ridge

Cemetery.

PARRISH, Mary Evelyn Beaty Parrish

(Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier 1 September 2010)

Mary Evelyn Beaty Parrish, age 78, of Gainesville passed away on August 15, 2010 after an extended illness. She was born in

Lamont, on December 4, 1931 to Kenneth Paul and Gladys Blair Beaty. She was married to Col. C. T. Parrish, USAF, who preceded

her in death in 1991. Mrs. Parrish was a very active member of North Central Baptist Church where she was always willing to

serve in any way she could. She loved taking care of the toddlers and young children in Sunday school. When not volunteering at

her church, she enjoyed playing canasta with her friends and gardening in her yard. She was a well-loved mother and is survived

by her children; 1 daughter, Beverly (Charlie) Kurts of Gainesville; 2 sons, Mike (Sharon) Parrish and John Parrish both of

Omaha, NE; grandchildren Laura, Kristen, and Jillian of Omaha, NE; and Patrick and Rachel of Gainesville; and brothers, Jack

Beaty and Kenneth Beaty. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday September 7, 2010 at North Central Baptist Church, 8001

N.W. 23rd Avenue, Gainesville. Interment will follow at Walker Cemetery in Madison County. Arrangements are under the care

of Williams-Thomas Funeral Home, 823 N.W. 143rd St. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Mary

Evelyn Parrish’s name to North Central Baptist Church, 8001 N.W. 23rd Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32606

PARRISH, Mattie Lee Parrish


Funeral services were held Sunday for Mrs. Mattie Lee Parrish, age 81, of Blountstown who died Friday after an extended

illness. Burial was in Oak Dale Cemetery in Jackson County. She was a native of Jackson County and had lived in Blountstown for

several years. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors are two daughters, Miss Mildred Parrish of Madison and

Mrs. Bill Yon of Blountstown; three sons, M. J. Parrish of Greensboro, AL; Judge Sidney Parrish and Floyd Parrish, both of

Blountstown; and four sisters.

PARRISH, Milton Parrish

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Apr 5th, 2011)

Mr. Milton Parrish, age 91, of Madison County, passed away peacefully at his home on April 3, 2011, of natural causes. He was

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born on June 24, 1919, in St. Augustine to Jennie Rebecca (Conner) Parrish and George Daniel Parrish. He was the youngest of

three brothers. When Mr. Parrish was two years old, his family moved to Miami, where he grew up. He attended Buena Vista

Elementary School, Robert E. Lee Junior High, and in 1937, graduated from Miami Senior High. Shortly thereafter, he joined

the carpenters and joiners union and began an apprenticeship as a carpenter, where he soon earned his journeyman card. On

Feb. 16, 1940, he married Mary Winifred Batton and that same year, he began working as a switchman on the FEC railroad. He

continued to work with railroads until he enlisted in the Army and became an aviation cadet. On July 2, 1941, his first child,

Michael Milton Parrish, was born in Miami. Following his training as an air cadet, Mr. Parrish served as a flight instructor at

various bases in the USA. In the fall of 1944, Mr. Parrish was sent to England where he was assigned to be a B-24 pilot for the

duration of the war in Europe. Most of his combat service was with the 506th Squadron of the 44th Bomb Group, which was

based in Shipdham, England. During 1944-45, Mr. Parrish flew many long range bombing missions deep into Germany. He flew

several of his missions in a B-24 named “Joplin Jalopy” in appreciation for the citizens of Joplin, Mo., who purchased enough war

bonds to pay for a B-24. At the end of the war in Europe, Mr. Parrish flew the Joplin Jalopy back to the United States. In early

1946, after completing his military service, Mr. Parrish moved to Bogota, Colombia, where he first worked as a pilot for a

passenger airline. In November of that year, he moved to Shellmera, Ecuador, where he spent a year as a pilot for the Shell Oil

Company. In November of 1947, he returned to Colombia and in December of 1948, his daughter, Mary Lucretia Parrish (Pfeil)

was born. He stayed in South America working as an airplane pilot for the Colombian Petroleum Company and other companies in

Colombia until early 1958, when he moved to Madison and began farming. His home from 1958 until he passed away was a

farmhouse he built himself on the west side of Lake Rachel. A few years later, he bought a second farm near Lee, where he

eventually based his crop dusting business. Mr. Parrish had a lifetime interest in and enthusiasm for flying and after about 15

years of not doing any flying at all, he decided to add crop dusting to his farming activities. He started his crop dusting business

with a small PA-18 airplane. Shortly thereafter, he obtained FAA approval to use a twin-engine Navion for crop dusting, and

eventually, he did all of his crop dusting with a conventional crop dusting airplane. For many years, Mr. Parrish was engaged in

both crop dusting and in raising crops, cattle, hogs and sheep on his two farms. He continued both activities as long as possible,

but with advancing age, he found it prudent to retire from active business activities, so he sold his airplanes and farms and

enjoyed a long and comfortable retirement in the house he built beside Lake Rachel. He is survived by his oldest brother, G.

David Parrish of Miami; by his children, Mary Lucretia Pfeil, of Madison and Michael M. Parrish, of Tallahassee; by his three

grandchildren, Michael Marshall Parrish of Kyoto, Japan, Jenny Rebecca Black of Lakeland and William Jackson “Jake” Pfeil of

Tallahassee. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Varn Michael Black of Lakeland, Julie Christine Black of Lakeland,

Ewan Michael Furumoto Parrish of Kyoto, Japan, and, most recently, Cole Jackson Pfeil of Tallahassee; as well as being survived

by a number of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mary Winifred (Batton) Parrish, who was the mother

of his children and by his middle brother, Randolph “Randy” Parrish. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 6, 2011, from 6-8

p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel. Graveside services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Oakridge Cemetery in

Madison. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

PARRISH, Roy E. Parrish


A graveside service at Laurel Hill Cemetery for Roy E. Parrish, 88, will be held Thursday, March 31, 2011. Mr. Parrish died

Saturday, March 26, 2011 after an extended illness. He resided in Thomasville, GA, and was retired from the State of Florida.

Mr. Parrish was born Sept. 28, 1922, in Valdosta, GA. He attended Georgia Military Academy in Milledgeville and later

graduated from the University of Georgia where he was a member of the University of Georgia Swim Team. During World War

II, Mr. Parrish served as a line officer through all European campaigns as part of the U.S. Third Army. He was honorably

discharged from the service in 1946, returning home with the rank of captain. Mr. Parrish was preceded in death by his wife,

Charlotte A. Parrish. Prior to her death in 2003, he was her devoted caregiver for over 17 years during her brave struggle with

Alzheimer’s disease. His daily visits to the Presbyterian Home in Quitman during the last seven years of her life were an

inspiration to all who knew him. Mr. Parrish is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth P. Healey (Rob); a son, Roy E. Parrish, III

(Becky); three step-daughters, Linda G. Moore; Nita G. Penland (Jim); and Charlotte G. Rumble (Neal); two sisters, Patsy P.

Webb and Betty P. Brabham (Vernon); 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Donations in his

memory may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 225 E. Jackson St., Thomasville, GA 31792 or Parkinson’s Disease

Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018. — Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home.

PARRISH, Recy Willie Parrish


Mrs. Recy Willie Parrish, wife of Mr. C. M. Parrish, died at her home on South Range Street, Sunday, October 12, following an

extended illness. Mrs. Parrish was born in Greenville, GA, July 4, 1893, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Fowler. She has

been residing in Madison for the past seventeen years. She was a devoted member of the Baptist church with membership in

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Mabel White Baptist Church in Macon, GA. Survivors are her husband, C. M. Parrish, one daughter, Miss Mildred Parrish, and

one son, Claude Parrish, all of Madison. Two sisters, Mrs. J. L. Tooke, Madison; Mrs. R. L. Gholson, Macon, GA, and one brother,

J. W. Fowler, of Jacksonville. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Parrish home. Interment was in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PARRISH, Ruth Virginia Parrish

(Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, November 7, 2013)

Ruth Virginia Parrish, 91, of Perry, FL, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. Ruth was

born October 1, 1922 in Perry, FL, to the late Harley and Cora (Bethea) Akins. Mrs. Parrish was preceded in death by her

husband Lloyd Parrish and her daughter Nelda Faye Parrish. Mrs. Parrish was a member of Spring Warrior Church of Christ.

She was a homemaker and also worked as a Practical Nurse at Doctors Memorial Hospital. In her spare time she enjoyed fishing,

working in her yard, and gardening. She is survived by her son, Kay Parrish, and wife Ella Mae, of Perry, and a host of nieces, and

nephews. Funeral services will be Sunday, November 10, 2013 at Spring Warrior Church of Christ in Perry. Interment will follow

in Spring Warrior Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PARRY, Margaret Regina Parry

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida December 3, 2012)

Madison: Margaret Regina Parry, age 71, died Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Capital Regional Medical Center. A memorial

service will be 2:00 PM Saturday, December 8, 2012 at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. She was born in New York and moved to

Madison 31 years ago coming from Miami. She was a Retired Science Teacher and taught at NFCC. She is survived by two sons:

Timothy Parry of Okinawa and Sean Parry of Arkansas; 3 sisters: Audrey Laws and Regina Barber both of Cherry Lake and Diane

Daniels of NC; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Breast Cancer

Research.

PARSELLS, Delia Maria Parsells

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Delia Maria Parsells, age 81, passed away peacefully July 8, 2020 due to chronic illnesses. She was born April 6, 1939 in Pond, CA

to Elizario and Martina Gonzales. She was first married to Ivan W. Clark (deceased) and then married Bill Parsells who preceded

her in death in 2019. Delia for most of her life was a mother and homemaker. At an older age, she earned her GED and learned

to drive. She did at times work part-time outside the home as a store cashier and housekeeper. She loved to garden both

vegetables and flowers, knitted uncountable numbers of blankets and pairs of "booties" for family and friends, loved bird

watching, and loved animals. Delia was part of a family with 13 other siblings. Delia is survived by her brothers Elizario, Oscar,

Frank and Lionel Gonzales and her sisters Cecy Galindo, Rita Padilla, Rosie Hernandez and Judy Urquidi and her sons Anthony J.

Clark, M.D., Daniel J. Clark and William I. Clark and their wives / significant other and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren

and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother Danny Gonzales and her sisters Yolanda Gonzales, Anna Dir,

Martha Lopez, and Inez Jones. All of these she loved and deeply touched. Delia requested cremation and that her and her

husband's cremains be mixed and released onto the ocean.

PARSONS, David Kenneth Parsons

(Abstracted from 9 April 2019 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida)

David Kenneth Parsons, age 79, passed away following a lengthy illness at Lake Park of Madison on April 9, 2019, in Madison, FL.

David was born Nov. 1, 1939, to Everette N. and Desma Maness Parsons and grew up in Candor, NC. He moved to Madison, FL in

1965. He was of the Baptist faith. David was a peach farmer and jointly owned Peaches of Madison. He enjoyed watching

westerns and NASCAR in his spare time. David was preceded in death by his parents Desma and Everette Parsons. He was an

only child and is survived by his two children: Kenneth H. Parsons (Emerald) and Cathy Andrews (Arnold); former spouse and

friend, Becky Horne; and grandchildren: Kade Parsons, Connor Parsons, Ivey Andrews and Bryce Andrews. Graveside services will

be at Cherry Lake Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Big Bend Hospice, at 1723 Mahan Center

Blvd.; (850) 878-5310. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Madison.

PARSONS, Horace Russell Parsons Jr.

(Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 5 February, 2015)

Horace Russell Parsons, Jr., age 101, of St. Augustine, passed away on February 3, at home with his family by his side. He was

born in Jacksonville on October 29, 1913. He graduated from Suwannee High School in Live Oak, FL. After serving in the Army

Infantry from 1942-1945, he went to work for the U.S. Department of Soil Conservation in Madison, Suwannee and Flagler

Counties. He retired in 1979 and began working as a medical lab courier retiring in 1994. Russell was preceded in death by the

love of his life, Irene Markham Parsons and is survived by 1 son, Horace (Kay) Parsons; 1 daughter, Rosiland (Jerry) Parsons

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Cribs; 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Friday, February 6 at Community Presbyterian Church

in Live Oak, FL Russell’s home church for many years. Interment followed service in Live Oak Cemetery. Daniels Funeral Homes

& Crematory, Inc., Live Oak and Branford, FL were in charge of arrangements.

PARTIN, Joseph Baker Partin


Joseph Baker Partin, age 82, passed away on July 30, 2019 in Mayo FL. Joe was born December 29, 1936 in Foley, FL to John

Hughey Partin and Naomi Buchan Partin. Joe honorably served our country in the United States Air Force. He was a

Christian. Joe retired from Faircloth Ford where he worked as a salesman for many years. Joe was a member of the Perry

Masonic Lodge #123 and he loved his birds. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, John Hughey Partin and Naomi Buchan

Partin. His sister Jonnie Moore and his brother in law Ellis Moore. Joe is survived by his daughters, Pamela L. (Kenneth) Stewart

and Eleana P. (Joshua) Glover; his granddaughters Kaitlyn V. Stewart, Kasey Giddens and her husband Jeffrey and his niece

Elisa McCall, and his nephew Michael Moore and his wife Lisa. Graveside Services will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. All


PARTIN, Mary Estelle Strickland Partin


LILBURN — Mary Estelle Strickland Partin, age 95, of Lilburn, passed away Tuesday (Nov. 10, 2015) at her residence following

an extended illness. Born in Hortense, she was the daughter of James Causey Strickland and Winnie Adams Strickland. She was

also preceded in death by a son, Kennis Strickland Partin, and several brothers and sisters. She worked many years as a bailiff

for Duval County Court, where she retired. She attended Twin Rivers Missionary Baptist Church and loved reading and sports.

Ice hockey was her favorite. Survivors include her daughter, Kaye Gunter of Lilburn; 5 grandchildren, Michael Benton (Ashleigh)

Gunter of Portland, OR, Kelly Kaye Gunter of Lilburn, Kennis Scott Partin of Jacksonville, James Nathan (Lindsey) Partin of

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, William Gregory Partin of Jacksonville; 7 great-grandchildren, Benton Taylor Gunter and Evan Michael

Gunter, of Portland, OR, Haley Camille Partin, James Strickland Partin and Brooklyn Kerr Partin, all of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL,

Kameron Scott Partin and Brayden James Partin, both of Jacksonville; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A

graveside service will be Saturday at the Twin Rivers Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral

Home, Nahunta.

PARTIN, Stephen Andrew Partin


Mr. Stephen Andrew Partin, age 51, of Cordele, GA, formerly of Douglas, GA, passed away on September 22, 2014, at Crisp

Regional Medical Center in Cordele, GA. Mr. Partin was born on December 25, 1962, in Baxley, GA. Mr. Partin graduated from

Coffee High School in Douglas, GA, in 1981. In 1980 he was a selected for participation in the prestigious Governors Honors

Program. He received his Bachelor of Music Education Degree from Valdosta State College in 1985 and served with the Jeff

Davis County Band and the Music Education staff in the Jeff Davis County School System. Mr. Partin received his Master of

Arts in Music Education Degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 1995. Mr. Partin has served as one of the

Directors of Bands at Crisp County Middle School and Assistant Director of Bands at Crisp County High School since 1995. Mr.

Partin attained the rank of Eagle Scout and is a member of the brotherhood of the Order of The Arrow through the Boy

Scouts of America. Mr. Partin was a very accomplished musician and performed with the Osborn Bowen Family Singers and with

Bob and Diane Turman in “Foxfire.” He also performed with many recording artists. Mr. Partin was preceded in death by his

maternal grandparents Ed and Gladys Douglas Turner of Hazlehurst, GA, and Albert and Olif Bazemore Partin of Hazlehurst,

GA. Mr. Partin is survived by his parents, Homer and Eddie Sue Turner Partin of Douglas, GA; 1 son, Tyler Keith Partin of

Cordele, GA; stepson Chuck (Elizabeth) Strickland and their children Peyton Strickland and Garrison Strickland of Brunswick,

GA; stepson, Petty Officer Second Class, MM2 Kristen (Alisa) Strickland and their children Maddison Strickland, Abigail

Strickland and Elizabeth Strickland of Mayport Naval Station, FL. Funeral services were held on Saturday, September 27, 2014,

at Tanner Baptist Church, 311 Paul Cady Road, Douglas, GA, with interment to follow in the church cemetery. A love offering has

been established for Tyler Partin and the Partin family. Donations may be made to the Tyler K. Partin Love offering through

PlantersFirst in Cordele, GA. Sims Funeral Home, Inc. Douglas, GA, was serving the Partin family.

PARTIN, Verma Sarah Partin

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 11 September 2020)

Verma S. Partin, age 88, of Lakeland, GA passed away Friday, September 11, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born on December 11, 1931 in Hazelhurst, GA to the late Charlie & Frances (Keene) Seebeck. Verma was a devoted

member of Pleasant Way Baptist Church as long as health permitted. At the age of 19 she began cutting hair and continued until

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she was 84. There is no telling how many “1st” haircuts she gave. When she was not at the beauty parlor, she could be found

working in the yard, watching the birds and tending to her flowers. Ms. Verma was a strong, independent woman and would give

the shirt off of her back. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Partin; brother, W.L. Seebeck; sister, Mary Maddox

& son-in-law, Frank Palerino. Survivors include 3 daughters & son-in-law: Beverly Palerino; Sharon & Buzzy Kight; Pamela Partin,

all of Lakeland; grandchildren: Natalie Davis (Craig) of Albany, GA, Nathan Palerino of Grove Town, GA, Cary Kight (Erika) of

Homerville, Travis Kight (Holly) of Homerville, Kelly Littleton (Blakely) of Lakeland; 12 great grandchildren; sisters & brothers-

in-law: Betty Ramirez (Al Merriman), New Braunfels, TX, Rosalyn Rogers (Roy), St. Simons, GA, Joyce Smith (Lloyd), Corpus

Christi, TX; sisters-in-law: Annette Harrell (Leon), Ray City, GA, Ann Partin, Sunrise, FL and a number of nieces, nephews and

cousins. Public Graveside services will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery. Social distancing measures will be encouraged. The Partin

family is being served by the professional and caring staff at Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

PARTON, Floyd Estel Parton


SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. — Floyd Estel Parton, the brother of country singer Dolly Parton, has died. An obituary posted by Atchley

Funeral Home in Sevierville, TN, said he was 61. Like his sister, Floyd Parton was a songwriter and composer. His most famous

songs were “Rockin’ Years,” which was recorded by his sister and Ricky Van Shelton, and “Nickels and Dimes,” which was also

recorded by his sister and later by George Burns. In a statement, Dolly Parton called him “our sweet baby brother” and said the

family laid him to rest Monday. “We all sang his lovely song, ‘Rocking Years,’ together as a family at the service to say goodbye

to him,” Parton said. “He lived a short life of love and beautiful songs.” His family will remember him as a renaissance man who

enjoyed the outdoors and cooking. He’s survived by his siblings and their spouses, several nieces and nephews and great-nieces

and nephews.

PASCHAL, Hansel Hugh Paschal

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 5 March 2020)

Hansel Hugh Paschal, age 79, of Lakeland, GA went to be with the Lord on Thursday March 5, 2020 in the UF Health Shands

Cardiac Hospital. Hansel was born on June 1, 1940 in Lakeland, GA to the late Glenn and Evelyn (Royals) Paschal. He was a skilled

woodworker and owner of Paschal’s Cabinet Shop. Hansel was also the Pastor of Little Block Holiness Church in Ray City, GA.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Earl Paschal. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Linda

Paschal of Lakeland, GA; children: Vickey and Jack Melton of Nashville, GA, Sharon and Huey Daniels of Nashville, GA, Terrie

and Heath Wolford of Lakeland, GA, Tina and Andy Register of Lakeland, GA, Jimmy and Barbel Paschal of Lakeland, GA; 10

grandchildren: Glenn Paschal (Amber), James Paschal (Ali), Walker Wolford, Carlie Wolford, Cass Register (Toni), Cason

Register, Patrick Melton (Kayla), Nick Melton (Jordan), Rebecca Freeze (Chad), Eric Daniels; great grandchildren: Alden and

Kenzlie; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and John Strickland; sister-in-;aw, Iva Jean Paschal; and numerous nieces, nephews,

and extended family members. Services will be, March 7, 2020 on the 60th Wedding Anniversary of Hansel and Linda. Burial will

be in the Carlie Powell Sirmans Cemetery. The Paschal Family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music


PASCHAL, Iva Jean Paschal


Iva Jean Paschal, age 77, of Lakeland, GA passed away on September 14, 2020 at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA.

She was born on April 14, 1943 in Lakeland, GA to Ivey and May (Cook) Stone. Iva Jean was a loving mother who always made

sure she took care of her family. She enjoyed working in her garden and taking care of her flowers. Another hobby she loved

was being able to sew. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Earl Paschal; 2 sons: Bobby Earl

Paschal and Harold Wayne Paschal; one brother, Ronnie Stone and one sister, Nadine S. Douglas. Survivors include her son,

Donnie Paschal of Lakeland, GA; grandchildren, Sonya Paschal, Jordan Paschal, Dalton Paschal, Cody Paschal, Kalina Paschal;

great grandchildren, Ariel McCloud, Pasley Paschal and one on the way. Funeral services will be in the Lakeland Chapel of Music

Funeral Services with burial to follow at Poplar Springs Cemetery

PASCHAL, Louis Paschal

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA January 26, 2015)

Louis "Earl" Paschal, age 76, of Lakeland, GA passed away Monday, January 26, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was

born on July 24, 1938 to the late Glenn & Evelyn Royals Paschal in Nashville, GA. He was a member of Little Block Holiness

Church in Ray City, GA and retired as a Maintenance Supervisor from Ithaca Industries before there closing. Along with his

parents he is preceded in death by 2 sons, Bobby and, Wayne Paschal. Survivors include his wife Iva Jean Stone Paschal of

Lakeland, GA; 1 son & daughter-in-law Donnie & Sabrina Paschal of Lakeland, GA; 1 sister & brother-in-law Shirley (John)

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Strickland of Lakeland, GA; 1 brother & sister-in-law Hansel (Linda) Paschal of Lakeland, GA; 4 grandchildren: Sonya Paschal,

Jordan Paschal, Dalton Paschal, and Coby Paschal; 1 great grandchild: Arial Pearl Paschal; and a number of nieces & nephews.

Funeral Services will be Wednesday, January 28, 2015 in the chapel of Music Funeral Services in Lakeland, GA with burial to

follow in Poplar Springs Church Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations can be made to the family. Music Funeral

Services of Lakeland, GA is serving the Paschal family.

PASCHAL, Wayne Paschal

(Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate February 15th, 2012)

Wayne Paschal, 49, of Lakeland passed away after a short illness Sunday, February 12, 2012 in Langdale Hospice House in

Valdosta. He was born on February 2, 1964 in Lakeland to Iva Jean Stone Paschal and Earl Paschal. He was a member of the

Little Block Holiness Church and is preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Paschal. He is survived by his mother and father Iva

Jean and Earl Paschal of Lakeland; brother and sister-in-law Donnie and Sabrina Paschal of Lakeland; nieces Sonya Jordan

Paschal, Dalton Paschal and Coby Paschal and a number of cousins. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 15 in the chapel

of Music Funeral Services in Lakeland. Burial will follow in Poplar Springs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to

the Paschal family. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the Paschal family.

PASCHELL, Thomas Jesse Paschall


Thomas Jesse Paschall, 74, died Sunday morning (Sept. 1, 2013) at his residence. He was a native of Ware County, the son of

the late George Paschall Sr. and Cleo Middleton Paschall. He was a member of Manor Chapel Baptist Church and was retired

from the timber industry. Survivors include three sisters, Carrie Williams, of Cocoa, FL; Mazie Brown, of Philadelphia, PA, and

Minnie McClendon, of Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at his

sister’s residence, Minnie McClendon, 1250 Paschall Road. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fluker Funeral Home.

PASSETTI, Debora Passetti


Debora Passetti, age 63, of Tallahassee, FL, passed away Monday (Aug. 20, 2018) surrounded by her loving family, at Margaret

Z. Dozier House at Big Bend Hospice. A memorial service was Friday (Aug. 24) at Four Oaks Church, Killearn Location, 4500 W.

Shannon Lakes Drive. A private interment was held at Tallahassee National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in her

name may be made to Global Outreach International, P.O. Box 1, Tupelo, MS 38802. Debora was born Jan. 19, 1955, in Waycross,

to William Kenneth Livingston and Gladys Livingston Crawford. She graduated from Glynn Academy in 1973. She was an artist

and loved blessing her friends and family with her art. Some of her art was featured on the cover of The Seaside Magazine.

She was a member of Four Oaks Church where she was very active before her battle with cancer. She enjoyed meeting with her

prayer group, attending Bible studies and visiting with her friends. Her door was always open and it was a normal site to see

people there at various times of the day or night. She opened up her home to many people. She had a Chinese family who came

to live with her to have their second child. They became part of her family as many people did that she opened up her home to.

She also opened her home to a foreign exchange student from Japan. Mia Uchida also became a part of her family as well. She

had a heart for the Chinese students who were attending FSU. She was concerned about where they would spend eternity. She

had them over every Sunday evening for a Bible study and food. Many of them also became a part of her family. She was an avid

runner who ran many half marathons, 5-k’s and 10-k’s. She completed the Disney Marathon for her 50th birthday alongside her

sister, Anita Livingston Rudzinski. She also had a heart for missions and has been to Peru, Nicaragua and China to share the love

of Jesus. Survivors include her husband of 39 years, Bill Passetti; sons, Steven Passetti (Kelly) and Taylor Passetti (Ingrid); her

mother, Gladys Livingston Crawford (Jessie), of Waycross; sisters, Anita Livingston Rudzinski (Mike) and Donna Livingston

Sowell (Dan); grandchildren, Sammy Passetti, Crisman Passetti and Oriana Debora Passetti; and many nieces and nephews whom

she dearly loved and had a special bond. Bevis Funeral Home is assisting the Passetti family with their arrangements.

PASSMORE, Roy Edward Passmore

(Abstracted from the December 30, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Roy Edward “Buddy” Passmore, 73, of Patterson, passed away Monday (Dec. 23, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in

Waycross following a sudden illness. Born in Lakeland, FL April 13, 1940, he lived in Pierce County all of his life. He was a true

logger. He loved his job and took great pride in his log truck. He also had been a carpenter and will be remembered as a loving

father and grandfather. He was a son of the late Roy Monroe and Geneva Teston Passmore. He was also preceded in death by

his brother, Charles “Pete” Passmore, and by the mother of his children, Ethel Mae Thomas Guest. Survivors include his wife,

Lounell Passmore, of Blackshear; 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Sissy (Jamie) Dixon and Sible “Tator” (Chris) Creighton, all of

Blackshear, and Deana (Jim) Cannon, of Patterson; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Steve (Susan) Passmore, of Patterson; 4 sisters,

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Carol Hairred and Mary Dale Wright, both of Jesup, Jean Sears, of Brunswick, and Pat Mobley, of Waycross; 10 grandchildren,

Tyler Passmore, Abby Passmore, Kayla Brigmond, Stephanie Passmore, Leslie Sellers, Miranda Riendeau (Brian) Mercer,

Christopher (Brooke) Creighton, Heidi (Bo) Webb, Devan (Logan) Bryson and Blake Burney; 9 great-grandchildren; several

nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral was held Saturday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment was in the Offerman

Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of the arrangements.

PASTOR, Shirley Dunna Pastor

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 9 November 2017)

Mrs. Shirley Dunna Pastor, age 82, of Roanoke Rapids, NC; formerly of Lee, passed away Saturday, Nov. 4, at Liberty Commons

Nursing Home in Weldon, NC. She was born on July 4, 1935, in Bridgeport, CT to the late Joseph and Anna (Junas) Dunna.

Pastor was preceded in death by her husband, Paul M. Pastor; daughter Theresa Pastor Said; and a brother, Joseph Dunna, Jr.

Pastor is survived by one son, Richard (Trishia) Pastor of Lee, FL; daughter, Deborah Pastor (Joe) Sealey of Roanoke Rapids,

NC; sister, Linda Matyasousky of Ansonia, CT; three grandsons: Joseph Sealey Jr., of Roanoke Rapids, NC, David Held of Tampa,

and Nicholas Sanders of Lee; six granddaughters, Paulette Sealy (Bill) Leggett of Warrensburg, MO, Erica Sealey (Jacob)

Friday of Roanoke Rapids, NC, Miranda Pastor of Lee, Kristin Atkins (Dan) Collazo of York, PA, and Paige and Cheyenne Sanders

of Lee; and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, Nov. 11, at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison. Burial will be

held at Stonewall Cemetery in Lee immediately after the service.

PATACXIL, Merlinda Esto Patacxil

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida May 27, 2012)

Merlinda Esto Patacxil, 56, of Tallahassee, Florida passed away on April 27, 2012 in Gainesville, Florida from complications of a

stroke. Born June 25, 1955 in Pasay City, Philippines, she graduated valedictorian of her high school class, attended Philippine

Union College, and continued on to pursue a medical degree at Manila Central University. She then served as a pediatrician

before moving to the U.S. in 1985. A resident of Tallahassee since 1991, she was an active member of the Tallahassee First SDA

Church and shared her musical talent with the church as well as the local Filipino community. She most recently served the

community as office manager for her husband’s medical offices in Tallahassee and Madison. Her many talents, dedication to her

family and friends, and love of music will be missed by all who know and love her. She is survived by her husband of 35 years,

Filemon Patacxil, her 3 sons, Vann, Merfil, and CJ, and countless friends around the world. A celebration of Merlinda’s life will

be held on May 27, 2012 at 3 PM at the Tallahassee First SDA Church located at 618 Capital Circle NE, Tallahassee, FL 32301.

PATE, Carson Prine Pate


Carson Prine Pate, 90, was born in Ray City, Georgia November 21, 1919. He was a member of Lodge# 369 Free and Accepted

Masons, The York Rite and The Hasan Shrine Temple. Active in the lodge throughout his life, he represented the lodge in

district, state, and national meetings, participating in their "Clown Corps" during his younger years. A Veteran of World War II

and Vietnam, he served his country as a career member of the United States Army. He served in the first Air Calvary Division

in Vietnam and the 30th Signal Corps in the European front during World War II. With his unit seeing the most action during

the war, including the aftermath of D-Day and the fight at The Battle of the Bulge. He served in peacetime at stations in

Alaska, Germany, Virginia, and Georgia. During his service to his country, he was awarded various medals which include: Bronze

Star Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Meritorious Service Medal, Commendation Ribbon with Medal Pendant with Oak Leaf

Cluster, good conduct medal with 9th award, National Defense Service Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, American Defense Service

Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Army of Occupation Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with five

Bronze Stars (Combat Stars) Vietnam Service Medal with Four Bronze Stars (Combat Stars) Republic of Vietnam Campaign

Medal, American Campaign Medal, World War II Unit Citation with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Vietnam Unit Citation with Palm,

Aircraft Crewman Badge and five Overseas bars and nine Hash marks (Service Stripes). He retired from the service in 1973

from the United States Recruiting Headquarters in Hampton, VA. He taught Jr. ROTC briefly in Newport News, VA until

completely retiring in 1978. He spent the golden years serving the lodge, enjoying his friends and family, and indulging in his

passion for gardening and propagating plants. He is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Doris J. Chastain Pate, and is

survived by his three children Linda C. Pate Cary and husband Robert A. Cary of Richmond, VA, Paula P. Pate of Thomasville, GA,

and Carson P. Pate, Jr, and Cindy M. Pate of Griffin, GA; grandchildren, Alison Cary Leap and Sarah Randolph Cary both of

Richmond, VA, Caroline Pate, Katherine Anna Pate, and Sara Elizabeth Pate, all of Griffin, GA; one great-granddaughter, London

Augustine Cary Leap of Richmond, VA. Graveside services will be held at Laurel Hill Cemetery on 15th street, on May 1, 2010.

Friends will be received at Paula Pate's residence at 313 Briarcliff Drive, Saturday following the service.

PATE, David Thomas Pate Jr.

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(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 22 January 2020)

Mr. David Thomas Pate Jr., age 85, passed away on January 22, 2020. David was born November 21, 1934 in LaGrange, GA to Mr.

David Pate Sr. and Sadie Pate. David honorably served our country in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. Prior to moving

to Perry from Tampa, he was the Director of Management Information Systems for Circle K Corporation. After retiring, he

moved to Perry with his wife Edwina Graves-Pate and was the owner / operators of Graves Drive In restaurant for the past 28

years. David was preceded in death by his parents David and Sadie Pate, and two sisters. He is survived by his wife of 63 years

Mrs. Edwina Pate; two children Brad Pate and Susan (Richard) O’Connor, four grandchildren Sarah, Richard, Madison, and Daniel

O’Connor as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be at Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PATE, John Thomas Pate, Jr.

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, October 31, 2012)

Mr. John Thomas Pate, Jr., 66, passed away Friday, October 19, 2012, in the Clinch Memorial Hospital. Mr. Pate was born Aug. 7,

1946, to the late John Thomas Pate, Sr. and Inez Pate. He was a maintenance worker. He was preceded in death by his wife,

Nita King Pate and step-daughter, Teresa Cox. Survivors are one son, Tommy Pate of Thomaston, GA, four step-daughters, Lisa

Smith and Tabitha Propes both of Waycross, Melissa Tew and Samantha Rittenhouse, both of Homerville, and several other

relatives. Memorialization was by cremation. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements

PATE, Lonnie Lavern Pate


Lonnie Lavern Pate of Thomasville died July, 27 2010 at Archbold Medical Center. His service will be held at Ochlocknee Church

of God Thursday, July 29, 2010 with interment at Laurel Hill Cemetery Mr. Pate was born October 13, 1945 to Bennett H. Pate

who preceded him in death and Enza Black who also preceded him in death. He married Martha Louise Pate who survivies of

Thomasville on May 7, 1981 in Birmingham, AL. He was a produce farmer and of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include his wife

Martha Louise Pate, of Thomasville; Rhonda Freeman (Phillip) his daughter of Joppa, AL; Greg Pate (Ruby) his son of

Birmingham, AL; Debbie Wood his daughter of Cairo; Brenda Joiner (Stephen Varadoe) his daughter of Stantenville, GA; Mary

Lawler (Steve) his daughter of Thomasville; 23 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; Faye Wingo his

sister of Dora, AL; Peggy Carden his sister of North Port, AL; Bonnie Schrimpcher his sister of Wedowie, AL; Nancy Tedder his

sister of Pensacola, FL; Hosmer Pate his brother of Jasper, AL; Neal Pate his brother of Locust Fork, AL. He was preceded in

death by: daughter, Tammy Pate; his grandchildren Jamie Abner, Bobby Young, and Brandon Berry; brother, Hubert Pate, and

his sister, Ora Lee Nichols.

PATE, Paula Pate


Paula Pate, age 67, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2020 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are


PATE, Woodie Stately Pate, Jr.

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 November 2010)

Mr. Woodie Stately Pate, Jr. of Douglas, GA passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2010, at Coffee Regional Medical Center in

Douglas, GA. Mr. Pate, a native of Brantley NC, was born March 14, 1944. He was the son of the late Woodie Stately, Sr. and

Fannie Mae Norris Pate. He was a heating and air contractor. Funeral services were Monday, October 25, 2010, at Sims Funeral

Home. Survivors include his wife: Martha Latrelle Hersey Pate of Douglas, GA; daughters: Hope Pate and Shanda Cato of

Douglas, GA; sons: Shannon Chaney of Douglas, GA and Brian Pate of Broxton, GA, Cheryl Hagen and Laurie Ann Pate of

Fernandina Beach, FL; brother: Donald Pate of Douglas, GA; grandchildren: Blake Chaney, Cheynne Chaney, Danielle Chaney,

Drake Corbitt, Tyler Harrell, Josh O’Conner, Sarah O’Conner and Drew Pate.

PATEL, Balvantrai V. Patel

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 21 August 2014)

Mr. Balvantrai V. Patel, age 78, of Douglas, GA, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2014, at the Mayo Clinic Health System in

Waycross, following a short illness. Mr. Patel was born April 24, 1936, to the late Vanmali Patel and the late Deviben Patel.

Survivors include his wife Ramaben B. Patel of Douglas, GA; 1 son, Pankaj Patel of Douglas, GA; 1 daughter, Sejal Patel of

Sanbruno, CA; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Friday, August 15, 2014, at Ricketson Funeral

Home, with inurnment to follow at a later date.

PATEL, Jitendrakumar Babubhai Patel

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(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 25 June 2018)

Services for Jitendrakumar Babubhai Patel will be held Thursday, July 5, 2018 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home with interment

at Sunset Crematory.

PATEL, Kashmiraben Chetan Patel

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 24 June 2016)

Kashmiraben Chetan Patel, age 42, passed away on June 24, 2016 in Gainesville, FL. Kashmiraben was born March 19, 1974 in

Vaso Gujarat, India to Bhanubhai Patel and Jyotikaben Patel. Kashmiraben Patel was of the Hindu faith. Kashmiraben was a

homemaker. She is survived by her husband Chetan Patel of Perry; her two daughters, Dharni and Anjani Patel of Perry, her

parents Bhanubhai Patel and Jyotikaben Patel of North Carolina, and her sister Manisha Patel of North Carolina. Funeral

services will be Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Cremation services will follow immediately afterwards

in Live Oak.

PATEL, Muktaben Vinubhai Patel


Muktaben Vinubhai Patel, age 69, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Tuesday September 15, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical

Center after a sudden illness. She was born on June 1, 1951 in Vadu, Mehsana Gujarat, India to the late Amrutlal Cheldas and

Hiraben Amrutlal Patel. Muktaben is survived by her husband, Vinubhai Patel of Valdosta, GA. Private services for Muktaben will

be in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services.

PATEL, Natubhai Motibhai Patel


Natubhai Motibhai Patel, age 68, a resident of Perry, FL, passed away on April 29, 2019 in Tallahassee, FL, following a brief

illness. Mr. Patel was born Feb. 28, 1951 in Pandoli, Gujarat, India to Motibhai R. Patel and Jadaben M. Patel. Funeral ceremonies

will be at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Cremation to follow immediately afterwards.

PATEL, Savitaben Ramanbhai Patel

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 15 March 2016)

Savitaben Ramanbhai Patel, age 82 of Perry, Florida died on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at Marshall Health and Rehab. She was

born to the late Chotabhai Patel and Divariben Patel in Gujarat, India on October 28, 1933.Mrs. Patel moved to Perry in 1988

and was a homemaker. She was of the Hindu faith. Savitaben is survived by her two sons: Kirit Patel and Chetan Patel both of

Perry; two daughters: Daxa Patel of the United Kingdom and Kundan Patel of Ocala; one sister Dhanuben Patel of Chicago and

eight grandchildren. A service will be Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Beggs Funeral Home Chapel in Perry.

PATERSON, Angus Paterson

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday August 3, 1905)

In the death of Col. Angus Paterson, which occurred at the home of his sister, Miss Katherine Paterson on Wednesday night

last, Madison loses a devoted citizen and one who for many years had extended an influence for good in every respect. Col.

Paterson was born in Glasgow, Scotland September 17th 1834, and was therefore, at the time of his death, nearly 71 years of

age, He came to this country with his parents as a child, settling in Gadsden County, from whence they moved to this County

sometime about 1850, and from that time until his death, Col. Paterson remained a citizen of Madison. For many years he had

practiced law in this state and his name as counsel in many of the State’s most celebrated civil cases. He was a zealous

Presbyterian in which denomination he occupied the position of ruling Elder. He was an active and consistent member of the

church at Madison and his place in one which will be hard to fill. Col. Paterson never, in his long and useful life, mingled in

politics, but he ably represented Madison County in the Constitutional Convention of 1885, that being, so far as we know, the

only political position he ever held. He was a devoted and enthusiastic Mason of high degree and had served as Grand Master of

Florida. He is survived by a sister, Miss Katherine Paterson of this county and a brother of Gadsden County. The funeral was

held last Thursday afternoon.

In the Madison County Cemetery listings for Oak Ridge Cemetery we find an Angus Paterson, born 1834, died 1905.

PATILLO, Sammy Junior Patillo I


Sammy Junior Patillo I, of Waycross, died Friday (June 6, 2014) at his residence after a short illness. He was born in Atlanta to

the late James Morgan Patillo and Ethel Beatrice Phillips Patillo. He lived in Waycross since 1993 and worked for Boatright

Roofing and Lifetime Roofing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a step-son, James Stephen Ree II, and

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one grandson, Aiden Kain Patillo. Survivors include three sons, Wesley Patillo, of Waycross, Sammy Junior (Heaven) Patillo II, of

Livingston, TX, John Jacob Patillo, of Waycross; step-daughter, Jessica Cooper, of Waycross; former wife, Dena Price, of

Waycross; 1 granddaughter, Olivia Cooper, and another grandchild expected in July, Kori Alice Patillo. A memorial service will be

held at a later date. Memorialization is by cremation. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PATRICK, Leda Cornelia Patrick

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald Publishing, Waycross, Georgia June 6th, 2012)

MACON — Leda Cornelia Patrick, 78, passed away Monday (June 4, 2012) at a local nursing care facility. The funeral will be held

at 10 a.m. Thursday at Liberty United Methodist Church with the Rev. Michael Morgan officiating. Burial will be at 4 p.m.

Thursday in Greenlawn Cemetery, Waycross, with the Rev. Bob Norwood officiating. The family will meet friends from 5 until 7

p.m. today at Snow’s Memorial Chapel, Pio Nono Ave. She was a daughter of the late Arthur Cornelius and Leda Hill Patrick. She

was born in Camilla and lived in Macon a number of years. She was retired from Southern Bell-AT&T. She was a member of

Liberty United Methodist Church. Survivors include her brother, A. Clinton (Elaine) Patrick, of Macon; and several cousins. In

lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Music Department at Liberty United Methodist Church, 6511

Houston Road, Macon, Ga. 31216. To express condolences, visit the funeral home website at www.snowsmacon.com Arrangements

are with Snow’s Memorial Chapel, Pio Nono Avenue, Macon.

PATRICK, Lee Patrick

(Abstracted from the Quitman Free Press, Quitman, Georgia, May 31, 1945)

The many friends of Lee Patrick were deeply shocked by his unexpected passing last Sunday at the Brooks County Hospital. He

had been ill three weeks. Mr. Patrick was 52 years of age and was a son of Mr. Jim Patrick, who survives him with two brothers,

Henry Patrick of Quitman and Clarence Patrick of Jacksonville, FL. He was a native of Brooks County and member of a large and

influential family in the county. In childhood Mr. Patrick suffered an accident which resulted in a serious physical disability.

Despite this handicap he was a very successful and prosperous business man. He had been in business here in Quitman about

twenty years as a produce dealer and through his individual efforts he had built up a very excellent business and had marketed

a great volume of Brooks County products such as syrup and pecans, hams and bacon. Funeral services were conducted Monday

afternoon at Lebanon Church and interment was in the cemetery there.

PATRICK, Marianne Walker Patrick

(Abstracted from 29 January 2019 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida)

Marianne Walker-Patrick, age 72, passed away peacefully Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. She was well respected and loved in Madison.

Marianne was a devoted Christian and belonged to Landmark Baptist Church of Madison, and Victory Baptist Church of Valdosta,

GA. She always said that "God was her anchor" and she inspired many with her faith and trust in the Lord. Born in Orlando, she

resided in Winter Garden and Oakland for most of her life. She then moved to Madison where she resided for 22 years. She

was passionate about missionary work and was blessed to have been an integral part of helping others. Her greatest joy was to

have been a missionary in Guyana, South America, Trinidad (an island nation near Venezuela) and St. Croix Virgin Islands, just to

name a few. Her greatest treasure was that she traveled to the holy land of Israel, where she spent three weeks. With her love

of nature and animals, she enjoyed gardening and bird watching, all of which she said were God's blessings for us to notice and

thank Him for. She is survived by her daughter, Kelly Brown; her brothers: Ron (and wife, Rita), Robert (and wife, Vicky),

Michael and Douglas; her granddaughters: Emily and Ava; her grandson, Phillip; and several nieces and nephews. Interment will

take place at a later date in Chauncey, GA.

PATRICK, Russell Lee Patrick


Russell Lee Patrick, age 65, of Perry, born August 2, 1950 died March 16, 2016 at Doctors' Memorial Hospital. No services are

planned at this time.

PATRICK, Waymon Lee Patrick

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/waymon-lee-patrick/)

Mr. Waymon Lee Patrick, age 87, of Quitman passed away Monday, March 4, 2019 at his residence. Mr. Patrick was born on July

10, 1931 in Quitman, GA to the late Harmon Leslie and Connie Lee Patrick. Mr. Patrick grew up on a farm in Brooks County. He

graduated from Brooks County High School and was a lifelong farmer. Mr. Patrick enjoyed working and living on the farm,

spending time with his family, riding his golf cart, watching Georgia football and serving the Lord. He was a lifelong member of

Philadelphia Baptist Church where he served as a deacon for 59 years. Survivors include his children: Waymon Lee Patrick Jr.

and (Karen) of Quitman, GA; Kerry Alan Patrick and (Rejinia) of Quitman, GA; Julie Patrick of Quitman, GA; Scott Boutwell and

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(Gwynn) of Quitman, GA; grandchildren: Lauren (Clark) Lairsey, Andrew (Katheryn) Patrick, Brittany (Trey) Cothron, Bridgett

Sandlin (Jake), Chase Patrick, Becca Ray Sandlin, Bowen Patrick, Landrey Boutwell, Forrest Boutwell; great grandchildren: Laith

Lairsey, Kallie Lairsey, Harper Lairsey, Matthew Patrick, Reagan Cothron, Ansley Cothron, Callan Summers, Sterling Boutwell;

and sister-in-law: Nelda Patrick. He was proceeded in death by his first wife Dorothy Jean Patrick and later by his second wife

Johnnie Patrick as well as two brothers, Willie Mac Patrick and Leslie (Clara) Patrick.

PATTEN, Nanette Lee Davis Patten

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA March 14, 2015)

Nanette Lee Davis Patten died Saturday, March 14, 2015 at her home in Lakeland. Nanette was born in East Point, Fulton

County, GA on January 28, 1930 to William Homer Davis and Iona Ernestine (Hutcheson) Davis. After a brief career at Fuller

Brush Company, she continued her education at Valdosta State College, Texas Wesleyan University and Southwestern Baptist

Theological Seminary. Nanette was appointed, alongside her husband, as a missionary to Thailand by the Southern Baptist

International Mission Board in 1960. She served on the mission field as homemaker, hostess and helpmate. While homeschooling

her children, Nanette also taught English as a second language to Thai young people. After returning to the United States in

1975, Nanette continued her ministry as Administrative Assistant at First Baptist Church, Lakeland and Rose Hill Baptist

Church, Columbus, GA. Throughout her life, she was actively involved in the churches where her husband served as pastor.

Nanette married John Evans Patten December 16, 1950. During their 64 years together, their family grew to include 1 son and 3

daughters; 17 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren: Terry & Rocky Moore (Tiffany & Ryan Gowens and daughter Quinn); Pat

& Kay Patten (Ken & Staci Register and children Kaid, Kennadi, Kamden and Karis); Donna & Rick Fenchel (Alex & Jolene Johnson

and children Reilly and Jonah, Sara Johnson, Melanie Johnson, Sam Johnson, Tressa Fenchel and daughter Azura, and Kaidra

Fenchel); Laurie & Rick Sheehan (Ashley & Daniel McAlpine and son Mason; Tessa & Joe French, Evan Sheehan and Kendall

Sheehan). Nanette is preceded in death by her parents and brother, William Homer Davis, Jr. Remembrances by flowers or

contributions to the Lottie Moon Offering of the International Mission Board, can be made through Southside Baptist Church,

326 South Hwy 221, Lakeland, GA 31635. Funeral Services will be Friday, March 20, 2015 at Southside Baptist Church in

Lakeland, GA with burial to follow at Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is serving the Patten family.

PATTEN, Tommie Hall Patten


BROWNTOWN — Tommie “Ruth” Hall Patten, 58, of the Browntown community, died Tuesday (Dec. 31, 2013) at her residence

with her family by her side. Born in Brunswick, she was the daughter of Thomas James Hall Sr. and Laverne Wise Hall. She was

also preceded in death by her brother, Charles Hall. A member of Little Memorial Baptist Church, she worked with the Glynn

County Sheriff's Office as a detention officer for many years. She enjoyed the outdoors and loved to work in her flowers and

gardening. She also loved to fish. She was an inspiration to all she would meet and was always ready to help out someone in need.

She is survived by her loving husband, Leslie L. Patten; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Tina Louise (Eddie) Corbitt, of Lulaton,

Karen Denise (Russell) Sherman, of Browntown; 1 son, Clifford Lamar Patten (fiancee, Kimberly), also of Browntown; 12

grandchildren, David Popwell, Caleb Lane, Tyler Popwell, Chelsie Patten, Taylor Patten, Clifford L. Patten, Jr., Caroline Patten,

Kelly Davis, Zachary Lynn, Blake Sherman, Christy Corbitt and Kalyn Green; 2 great-grandchildren, Aisley Crews and Aleah

Davis; a brother and a sister-in-law, Thomas J. Hall Jr. and Gloria, of Waynesville; a sister and brother-in-law, Wanda Gail and

Bobby Ray Allen, of Sardis; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. The funeral will be Friday morning at Frye Funeral

Home. Burial with honors will be handled by the Glynn County Sheriff’s Department Honor Guards Unit in The Little Cemetery in

Wayne County. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PATTERSON, Ann Mae Patterson – death announcement

(Abstracted from John Bullard 30 April 2020)

Ann Mae Patterson departed this life Saturday, April 25, 2020. Services will be at Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home, 162 SW Third

Ave, Madison, FL. 850-973-6666.

PATTERSON, Ben Lane Patterson Jr.


General Ben Lane Patterson Jr. passed away peacefully at his home Monday (Aug. 8, 2016) in Rutledge. He was born in Millen in

1929 and later moved to Waycross where he attended high school. He was a graduate of the Military Program of North Georgia

College and there earned his commission in the United States Air Force. Upon graduation, he attended USAF Pilot Training

where he earned his pilot’s wings and qualified as a fighter pilot. He served in Korea in 1951-1952 with the 158th Fighter

Squadron. He flew 101 combat missions in F-51s and earned the Distinguished Flying Cross Medal. Upon his return to the U.S.,

he entered UGA Law School and graduated with a Juris Doctor in 1955. Throughout his life, there was probably no other

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Georgian as dedicated and as much of a fan of the Georgia Bulldogs as General Ben Patterson. He briefly practiced law but was

sought after by the 158th Fighter Squadron in Savannah. He accepted this offer and moved his family to Isle of Hope. During

that period, he flew the F-84D, F-86L, C-97 and C-124C aircraft and obtained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and led the 158th

flying program. In 1973, then Lieutenant Colonel Patterson was asked to lead the 116th Tactical Fighter Wing located at

Dobbins AFB, as the full time Air Commander in its conversion from transport to fighter aircraft. A few years later, he became

the full time and Overall Wing Commander of the 116th Fighter Wing. It was in this position that he was promoted from Colonel

to Brigadier General. He remained with the 116th for 10 years, flying the F-100D, F105G, F-4D and F-15A aircraft. In 1983, he

became the Adjutant General of all of the Georgia Air National Guard which at that time numbered 11 units and approximately

3,400 airmen and officers. He remained in this position until his retirement in 1991. After his retirement, he continued serving

the State of Georgia using his law degree serving as a Magistrate Judge in Waycross from 1991-1993. He was a leader beloved

by all who served under and with him. He set high standards and through his leadership the Georgia Air National Guard achieved

many firsts and was recognized at the national level by the National Guard Headquarters located in the Pentagon. He was

preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and Ben L. Patterson, and his wife, Bette Young Patterson, of 40 years. He is

survived by his beloved sister, Jo Patterson Bettoja, son Ben Lane Patterson III, and his two daughters, Daphne Patterson

(Blake) Asbury and Holly Patterson (Jeff) Belk; three grandchildren, Devon Asbury, Riley Belk, Andrea Murillo Patterson;

several loving nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held at the historic Dobbins Military Chapel located at

1000 Halsey Ave., Marietta, on Saturday (Aug. 20). Guests will enter through the Clay National Guard Center gated entrance.

PATTERSON, Calvin Patterson Sr.

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/calvin-patterson-sr/)

After a brave, courageous and tireless fight on Friday morning, February 22, 2019, the death angel quietly sealed the lips and

removed all the pain from the body of Mr. Calvin Patterson, Sr. Calvin Patterson, Sr., was born August 17, 1933, to the late Joe

and Eula Patterson. He received his education at Woods Chapel High School in Valdosta, GA. During his younger years, Calvin and

his beautiful bride of 52 years relocated to Miami, FL, where he obtained a job with the Dade County School System Board of

Education. After 32 years of service, Calvin returned to Valdosta better known to him as home. Calvin leaves to cherish his

loving and funny memories to the love of his life, his loving and devoted wife: Ora Lee Patterson of Valdosta, GA; one

remarkable son to carry on his legacy: Calvin Patterson, Jr. and one loving and caring daughter-in-law: Mary Patterson of

Hinesville, GA; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law: Lottie Orr and Bennie Ruth Wright, both of

Valdosta, GA; one brother-in-law: Nathaniel Wright, Sr.; two special nephews: Andre Kier and Curtis Orr, Jr., both of Valdosta,

GA; and a host of other loving and caring nieces, nephews and cousins. Calvin is preceded in death by five sisters and six

brothers. The Celebration of Life for the late Mr. Calvin Patterson Sr. will be at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church.

Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

PATTERSON, Christina Louise Patterson

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 14 September

2018)

Mrs. Christina L. Patterson, age 42, passed away on September 14, 2018 in Perry, FL. Christina was born December 10, 1975 in

Tatchikawa, Japan to Mr. Philip Vann and Alma Kay Harmon Vann. As a child Christina grew up in Perry, FL and married Herbie

Patterson August 12, 1998. They began their life together and had their first child Josh Patterson on March 15, 1997, followed

by Magan Patterson on May 2, 1998, then Jacob Patterson born October 20, 1999. She enjoyed singing karaoke, hanging out

with her friends and family and collecting M&M candy memorabilia. Christina was preceded in death by her parents Philip and

Kay Vann. She is survived by her husband of 20 years Herbert Lee Patterson; three children Josh, Magan and Jacob Patterson;

brother Bruce Sherwood, sisters Rebecca McIntosh and Geneva Vann; her mother-in-law Willa Deen Patterson; as well as a host

of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Friday, September 21, 2018 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services

will follow immediately afterwards in Waters Cemetery in Steinhatchee, FL.

PATTERSON, Dolly Murphy Patterson


Services for Dolly Murphy Patterson of Coolidge are Thursday, June 30, 2016, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs.

Patterson died Monday, June 27, 2016 at her residence. Born August 19, 1952 in Augusta, GA, she was the daughter of the late

Joseph Murphy and Sara Morgan Murphy. On January 27, 1978 in Colquitt County, GA, she married the late Marvin Carl

Patterson. She was a retired LPN from Colquitt Regional Medical Center and of the Baptist faith. Survivors include daughters,

Amanda Patterson of Coolidge, Sara Tanner of Thomasville; three grandchildren, Nicole Patterson, Noah Tanner, Taylor Purdon;

one great-granddaughter, Cylee Simmons; and a brother, Sammy Murphy of Atlanta.

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PATTERSON, Eva Hudson Webster Patterson


Eva Hudson Webster Patterson, age 111, died Sunday (May 4, 2014) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an

extended illness. She was born in Cairo, but lived in Waycross for many years. She graduated from Ozell High School where she

later taught school. In 1922, she moved to Waycross and worked with her husband, Owen Webster, in the Brunswick Shipyard

during World War II. After the war, they moved to Newport News, VA. Upon retirement in 1962, they moved back to Waycross

where they made their home on Roosevelt Street until Mr. Webster’s death in 1966. In 1976, she married William M. Patterson

from Newport News, VA, and they lived in Waycross until Mr. Patterson’s death in 1996. She took care of him until his death at

the age of 100. In 1997, her health started to fail. She lost her sight and hearing, and she could no longer live alone so she

moved in with her step-son, John and his wife, Virginia. With her health further failing, she made the move to Baptist Village.

She made many good memories of her life and recalls that she lived through 20 presidents starting with Theodore Roosevelt.

She was the oldest living member of Trinity United Methodist Church and former member of Mary Martha Sunday School Class,

United Methodist Women and Circle No. 2. She was the daughter of the late Charley Hudson and Roxie Dawkins Hudson. In

addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Owen Webster, her second husband, William M.

Patterson Sr., five brothers, Sam Hudson, Loyd Hudson, Claude Lee Hudson, Clarence Hudson, Willie Guy Hudson, and two

sisters, Ethel Hudson and Ruby Hudson Waters. Survivors include 1 step-son, John J. (Virginia) Patterson Sr., of Olive Branch,

MS; 6 step-grandchildren, Connie Patterson (Art) Reynolds, of Mays Landing, NJ, Patricia Patterson (Jay) Mayhew of

Franklinville, NJ, John J. (Mary) Patterson Jr., of Newport News, VA, Kenneth M. (Lisa) Patterson, Kathy (Wiley) Myrick, of

West Point, VA, Joby G. (Debra) White, of Covington, LA; 9 step-great-grandchildren, Jennifer Reynolds, of Delaware, Billy

(Melody) Reynolds, of U.S. Army, New York, Katy Reynolds, of England, Justin White, of Alabama, Krystle Patterson, Eddie

Smith, Angie Crosby, of Newport News, VA, Amanda, Joseph, Chuck, of West Point, VA; and several nieces and nephews. A

funeral was Thursday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

PATTERSON, Haven Oglesby Patterson

(Abstracted from Beggs Funeral Home 23 February 2020)

Mrs. Haven Patterson, age 77, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2020 in Valdosta, GA. She was born to Thomas and Martha

Woods Oglesby in Perdue, IN on March 3, 1943. Haven was a member of First Baptist Church in Madison, Florida. She was the

owner of Red Realty in Tallahassee, FL. She was an avid reader, an accomplished gardener, and she especially enjoyed spending

time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Ron Patterson, one son, James

Patterson, and one granddaughter, Cristin Carol Patterson.

PATTERSON, Herbert Lee Patterson

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL June 12,

2014)

Herbert Lee Patterson, age 78, of Perry, died Thursday, June 12, 2014 at his residence in Perry. Herb was born January 2, 1936

in Decatur, IL, to Russell and Fern (Finch) Patterson. Herb was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. Herb was a

member of Salem Baptist Purity Church. He was a veteran of the United States Army and in his spare time he enjoyed any type

of outdoor activity, whether working or leisure. He also played for the St. Louis Cardinal's minor league baseball team. He is a

member of the American Legion and the Lion’s Club. He is survived by his wife of 44 years Willa Deen Johnson Patterson , Perry,

FL, 2 children: 1 son Herbie Lee (Christina) Patterson Jr. of Perry and 1 daughter Joy Lynn Patterson of Gainesville, 2 sisters:

Alice Bozart of MO, and Carolyn Porter of TN, 7 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Salem Baptist Purity. Interment will follow in Waters Cemetery in

Steinhatchee.

PATTERSON, John James Patterson


John James Patterson, age 87, died Sunday (June 23, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health after an extended illness. A resident of

Waycross after retirement, he was born Nov. 22, 1931 in Berlin, NJ, to the late William M. Patterson and Catherine Ostertag

Patterson. In 1950, he graduated from Poquoson High School in Virginia. Following high school, he joined the U.S. Air Force and

served during the Korean War. He was employed by the City of Newport News Treasurer’s Office as deputy for 22 years. In

1977, he was elected treasurer for the City of Newport News and retired in 1985. He was also the mayor of Bunnell, FL, in

1986-87. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, John Wesley Sunday School Class, Warwick Masonic Lodge,

Warwick Moose Lodge, American Legion, treasurer of the Newport News Retirement Board and treasurer of the Office of

Human Affairs and executive committee of the Treasurer’s Association. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by

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his step-mother, Eva Patterson, brother, William M. Patterson Jr., sister-in-law, Miriam Lashley Patterson, of Mays Landing,

NJ, brothers-in-law, David, Jerry and Newell Rathbone, of Waynesville, NC, and sister-in-law, Willa Rathbone, of Clyde, NC.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Virginia White Patterson, of Waycross; son, John James Patterson Jr. (wife, Mary), of

Newport News, VA; step-son, Joby G. White, of New Orleans, LA; adopted daughter, Mary Jane “MJ” Johnson, of Blackshear;

niece, Kim and Abbey Roberts; nephew, David Rathbone, of Waynesville, NC; grandchildren, Cody Berryhill, Thad Thomas and

Chiquita Johnson. A funeral will be at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery with military rites.

PATTERSON, Margaret Patterson


Margaret Patterson, age 90, died Tuesday (March 18, 2014) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended

illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. She was a homemaker and member of Bible Heritage Church. She

was the daughter of the late Jasper R. Cox and Mary Elizabeth Cox. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herchel L. “Pat”

Patterson, one son, Doug Patterson, and one great-grandson, Brayden. Survivors include 1 daughter, Joyce Morris (Al), of

Bristol, VA; 2 sons, Allen Patterson (Sue), of Tallahassee, FL, and Phil Patterson (Bonnie), of Waycross; 2 sisters, Mary Dixon,

of Blackshear, and Lil Joyner, of Waycross; 4 brothers, Charles Cox, Bill Cox, Raymond Cox and Harold Cox, all of Waycross; 12

grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday at the

Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PATTERSON, Marvin Carl Patterson


Services for Marvin Carl Patterson, of Coolidge, are Thursday, June 30, 2016, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home. Mr. Patterson

died Monday, June 27, 2016 at his residence. Born March 23, 1947 in Colquitt County, GA, he was the son of the late James

Tavie Patterson and Nolie Kennedy Patterson. He was a retired duct installer from Air Conditioning Technology & Services Inc.

Of the Baptist faith, he was married to the late Dolly Murphy Patterson. Survivors include daughters, Amanda Patterson of

Coolidge, Sara Tanner of Thomasville, Connie Michelle Patterson of Albany; son, James Travis Patterson of Panama City, FL;

brothers, Frank Patterson of Cairo, Barney Patterson of Moultrie; sister, Carolyn N. Brady of Ochlocknee; eight grandchildren;

and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers, Jake Patterson and W.T. Patterson; and a sister, Mattie

McCranie.

PATTERSON, Shirley Jean Patterson


Shirley Jean Patterson, age 65, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2009 at Doctors Memorial Hospital. She was born in Glenville,

GA. Coming from Arkansas she had lived in Perry for the past 4 years. She was a Baptist and enjoyed playing bingo. Survived by

her husband of 21 years, Johnny Patterson, (3) sons; David (Tammy) Turner of S. Carolina, Calvin Turner, Jr., of Arkansas,

Jimmy (Tanya) Patterson of Texas, (3) daughters; Mary (David) Emory of Perry, FL, Margie Turner and Denise Patterson, both

of Arkansas, (1) brother; Larry (Lucille) Watson of S. Carolina, (1) sister; Patsy Netherton of Perry, (9) grandchildren, (4) great

grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 3:00 P.M.

Interment will be held at Shiloh Cemetery.

PATTERSON, Rebecca Peters Patterson


Rebecca Peters Patterson, age 89, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away Monday, October 22, 2012 at South Georgia Medical Center

surrounded by family. She was born on September 1, 1923 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Homer Lee and Clydie (Green) Peters.

Mrs. Patterson was of the Baptist faith. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd "Pat"

Patterson, by a son, Patrick L. Patterson, and by a grandchild, Kelly Rebecca Patterson. She is survived by a daughter, Dixie

Tempel, of Atlanta, GA; a son & daughter-in-law: Tim (Kay) Patterson, of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren: Ben Tempel (Christina),

Lindsay Temple Sullivan (Greg), Tyler Patterson, Erin Patterson, Curtis Patterson, Cristin Patterson, Sarah Patterson, Breanna

Patterson, and Karisa Patterson; one great grandchild: William Patrick Tempel; sisters & brother-in-law: Joyce Hight, of

Brunswick, GA and Lawanna & Donald Roberson, of Valdosta, GA; nephews & niece: Rodney Hight, Roland Hight (Mary), Donnie

Roberson, Christi Roberson Allen (Jody); daughter-in-law: Dianna Patterson, of St. Augustine, FL. Graveside services will be

held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at Wayfare Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family

requests donations be made to Bethel Baptist Church, 216 E. Park Ave. Lake Placid, FL. 33852. Music Funeral Services of

Valdosta is serving the family.

PATTERSON, Virginia Lucille Patterson

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(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL January 30, 2015)

Virginia Lucille Patterson, age 72, of Perry, FL, passed away January 30, 2015, at her home in Perry. Virginia was born March 4,

1942 in Olive Hill, KY, to the late Oscar Burton and Marie (Burton) Burton. Virginia is survived by 1 son David (Tammie) Gray, of

Perry, FL; 1 stepson Robert Albert (Lex Ann) Patterson III, of Perry; 3 stepdaughters Jennifer Lynn Patterson of Port

Charlotte, FL, Stacy Patterson (Fred) Parente of Seminole FL, and Janet Kay Patterson of Orange Park, FL, 8 grandchildren, 12

great-grandchildren, 2 brothers: Lonzo Burton and Evertt Burton and 1 sister Ina Gail Meldrum. Funeral services will be held at

Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Perry on Tuesday, February 3, 2015. Interment will follow in Shiloh Cemetery in Perry.

PATTISON, Terri L. Pattison


Terri L. Pattison, age 66, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Doctors Memorial Hospital. She was born in LaPorte, IN, to

the late Francis M. and Dorothy Magers Jones. Coming from N. Ft. Myers, she had lived in Perry for the past 4 years. She

worked for Lynx Insurance in Claims Processing. Mrs. Pattison was a member of the Perry Garden Club, president of the

Women’s Auxiliary in American Legion of Cape Coral. She enjoyed flowering, was an avid reader, and enjoyed sewing and making

crafts in her spare time. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bob” Pattison, and a sister, Pam Inks. Survived by

a son; Shane (Andrea) DeWitt of Cape Coral, FL, a sister; Joanna TerMaat of Perry, FL, a brother-in-law; Norman Inks, (2)

grandchildren, and several nieces, and nephews. Private services will be held at a later date.

PATTON, Betty June Porter Patton


Betty June Porter Patton, age 81, died Wednesday (July 26, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an

extended illness. She was a native of Ocala, FL, but made her home in Waycross since 2003. She was the wife of the late

Freddie Hon Patton and daughter of the late Robert Franklin Porter and Betty Lou Herndon Porter. She was a member of

Brandon Baptist Church in Brandon, FL, Daughters of the American Revolution and the United Daughters of the Confederacy.

Prior to making her home in Tampa, FL, she was employed by the City of Melbourne in Melbourne, FL, as secretary to the mayor,

and she also worked at the Augusta Chronicle in Augusta as a copy finder. She was a former secretary in the Department of

Nursing of the University of South Florida in Tampa and later served as secretary and was eventually elected president with

the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa before retiring after many years of service. She had also served as president of the

Baptist Village Residence Council. Survivors include 1 daughter, Cathy Anne (Jeff) Bedford of Cherry Log, GA; 2 sons, Robert

David (Karen) Patton of Lake Lure, NC, and James Edward (Pam) Patton of Orlando, FL; 2 grandchildren, Heather Leigh Patton

of Hendersonville, NC, and Ann Marie (William) Haythorn of Clemson, SC; 1 brother, Robert Lee Porter of Waycross; a cousin,

Molly Herndon of Baxley; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorials may be sent to the CNA/Nursing Program at Coastal

Pines Technical College, 1701 Carswell Ave., Waycross, GA 31501. A memorial service will be Tuesday at the Mitchell Chapel at

Baptist Village. Interment will be held at a later date in the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Music Funeral Home is in

charge of arrangements.

PATTON, J. K. Patton


Quitman friends of J. K. Patton were shocked to hear of his untimely death which occurred Monday afternoon at his home in

Celo, NC. Mrs. Patton is the former Miss Alice Harrison of Quitman and Monday night Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Harrison and Mr. and

Mrs. Colquitt Harrison left for Celo to be with her. From information received here Mr. Patton was taken ill Monday afternoon

about three o’clock, his death occurring three hours later. He was well known here, having made his home in Quitman for

several years. He was with the State Highway Department as construction engineer for several years and made Quitman his

headquarters most of the time. He and Miss Harrison were married here several years ago and moved to Celo two years ago.

Funeral services will be held in Celo.

PATTON, Joe Ann Hesters Patton


Joe Ann Hesters Patton, age 76, of Waycross, died Friday (Aug. 7, 2015) at her son’s residence after an extended illness. She

was born in Alma to the late Washington Colquitt Hesters and Bessie Jane Griffin Hesters. She made Waycross her home for

most of her life. She was a homemaker and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved to fish and was an avid hunter who

enjoyed her time as a member of the Big Swamp Hunting Club. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her

husband, Walter Wayne Patton, a son, Edward Alton Adams, and a sister, Connie Martin. She is survived by 2 daughters,

Theresa Ann (Cuz) Ellenback and Denise (Raymond) Sweat both of Waycross; 2 sons, Dr. Kenneth (Deborah) Adams of

Gunnedah, Australia and Joe Medina of Waycross; 1 daughter-in-law, Lynn Adams of Dickerson, TX; 11 grandchildren; seven

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great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. A graveside service will be Friday in Piney Grove Cemetery. Miles-Odum

Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

PATTON, Julia Virginia Dial Patton

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Feb 8th, 2012)

Julia Virginia Dial Patton was born June 20, 1921 and passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at the age of 90 in Madison.

She lived in Madison in the historical Dial home through high school and then went to FSCW, Florida State College for Women in

Tallahassee. She graduated after four years with a Bachelor of Science Degree. She married Alfred “Pat” Patton in 1946 and

moved to Linden, Indiana where she became a librarian. After 60 years, they moved back to Florida where she lived her

remaining years. She was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority while attending FSCW and a member of the Madison County

Historical Society. She is predeceased by her husband, Pat Patton. She is survived by her cousin, Helen “Sweetie” Hembree

Johnson of Madison and cousins, Harvey Lloyd Dickinson and Rudy Dickinson of Jacksonville and dear caregivers, Terry and

Mary Helen Studebaker of Pinetta.

PATTON, Lois Harrell Patton


Mrs. Lois Harrell Patton, age 91, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at Shady Acres Convalescent in

Douglas, GA. Mrs. Patton a native of Coffee County, GA was born on August 11, 1918. She was the daughter of the late Grady

Woodfin and Mary Jane Rish Harrell. Mrs. Patton was a homemaker and widow of the late Ira Buddy Lott and the late Homer

Patton. She has been a member of Lone Hill United Methodist Church for over 30 Years. A son, Ovid Lott, and brothers,

Herbert Harrell, Carl Harrell, M. H. Harrell, Pat Harrell and Henry Harrell preceded her in death. Survivors include: 2

daughters: Myrtle (W C) Smith and Janice (Jim) Cook; 1 son: Ronnie (Quinette) Lott of Douglas, GA; 1 daughter-in-law, Joye

Lott of Colquitt, GA; grandchildren: Donna Smeltzer of Douglas; Vicki (Tommy) Jones of Glenville, GA; Melanie Peavey of

Warner Robins, GA; Brad (Nicky ) Lott of Colquitt, GA; Desiree Carver of Valdosta, GA; Heather (Hank) Crews; Shonda (Travis)

Stone; Shawn (Ashley) Lott; James (Alison) Carver all four of Douglas, GA; great- grandchildren: Kevin Jones, at Luke Air Force

Base, AZ, Brandi Pharis, Katie (J B) Rucker, Kristen Smeltzer, Mallory Peavey, Allison Peavey, Cody Crews, Carsyn Crews, Logan

Lott, Bradleigh Lott, Dalton Lott, Lexie Stone, Jamie Carver and Gracie Carver; 3 sisters: Ruth (Edison) Young of Jacksonville

FL, Nola (Otis) Harper and Doris Deen both of Douglas GA; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Saturday,

January 9, 2010, at the Chapel of Sims Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Rocky Pond Church Cemetery.

PATTON, Vivian H. Patton

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, March 29, 2014)

Vivian H. Patton, agee 88, of Greenville, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2014 in Tallahassee. Vivian was born July 31, 1925 in

Tonkawa, OK, to Arthur P. and Ella (Mills) Heldenbrand. Mrs. Patton was a member of Greenville Methodist Church. During

WWII Mrs. Vivian served her country as a "Rosie Riveter" manufacturing airplane parts for the US Army Air Corps. She was a

member of the Order of Eastern Star of Houston, TX. Mrs. Patton enjoyed arts and crafts in her spare time, and enjoyed being

outside tending to her yard and flowers. Mrs. Patton was preceded in death by her parents Arthur Perry and Ella

Heldenbrand. She is survived by her daughter Lynn M. (Billy) Tyson of Greenville, FL; a brother Paul Arthur Heldenbrand of

Trinity, TX; her granddaughter Lattice Monroe of Tucson, AZ and her grandsons Patrick Monroe of Texas and Michael Melton

of Jacksonville, FL; several great-grandchildren as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held in

Oklahoma at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Sons of Confederate Veterans at www.scv.org . All

arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PAUL, Mrs. Alexander G. Paul, Sr.


Funeral services for Mrs. Alexander G. Paul, Sr., of Lake City were held there Monday at Epiphany Catholic Church. Burial was in

Oak Lawn Cemetery. Four sons survive: Frederick Paul, of Palatka; A. G. Paul, Jr., of Lake City; Robert Paul, of Jacksonville; and

John Paul, of Palm Beach; also twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mrs. Paul was the mother-in-law of Mrs. A. G.

Paul, Jr., a former Madison resident.

PAUL, Harvey W. Paul

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 May 2011)

Mr. Harvey W. Paul, age 85, of West Green, GA passed away Thursday February 17, 2011, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center

in Douglas, GA, following a short illness. Mr. Paul was a native of Ambrose, GA. He had retired from General Motors Corp. with

the new Departure Hyatt Bearings Division. He was the son of the late C. L. Paul and the late Leattie Taylor Paul. He was also


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preceded in death by two sons Gregory Paul and Jerry Paul. Also preceded in death by the following siblings: Clyde Paul, Jerry

Paul, Walter Paul, C. L. Paul, George Cook Paul, John Paul, Martin Shirley, Mamie Williams, Catherine Holland, Mary Haverty, Lillie

Stokes, Bertha Paul, George Arlington Paul, Trudy Mae Rhymes, Lena Arnold and Emily Goodson. He was a U. S. Navy Veteran of

World War II and Pearl Harbor. Mr. Paul attended the West Green Church of God. Survivors include 1 brother: Gene T. (Alma)

Paul of Clyde, Ohio; 2 sisters: Hazel Paul of New Port Richey, FL and Ann Donaldson of Loganville, GA; grandchildren: Jamie

(Christopher) Mullis and Trevor Paul all of West Green, GA and Brandy (Lucas) Hubbard of Douglas, GA; great-grandchildren:

Hunter Mullis and Annabelle Mullis both of West Green, GA, Nicholas Smith, Cameron Merritt and Makayla Hubbard all of

Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Sunday, February 20, 2011, at Ricketson Funeral

Home. Following the services Mr. Paul was flown to Clyde, Ohio for services and interment that follow on Wednesday, February

23, 2011, at the Meadow Green Memorial Park Cemetery in Huron, Ohio with Mitchell-Auxter Funeral Home of Clyde, Ohio in


PAUL, Layton H. Paul


Paul H. Layton, age 89, of Lake City, FL passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016 in the Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL after a

brief illness. He was born March 10, 1927 in Adel, GA to the late William Thomas & Effie (Kirkland) Layton. He worked as a

diesel mechanic for many years with Scruggs Concrete Company and Hugh Blanton Auto Parts. He was Baptist by faith. Along

with his parents he was preceded in death by 3 children, Martha Holmes, Kenny Layton & Roger Layton, 2 brothers, Arthur

Layton & Billy Layton and a sister, Cheryl Layton. Survivors Include his wife of 69 years, Lois Virginia Layton of Lake City, FL; 3

daughters & son-in-law: Dawn Layton and Tammy (Lamar) Courson both of Lake City, FL, Salina Rumker of Dothan, AL; 1 son, Rick

Layton of Lake City, FL; 16 grandchildren & a number of great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Grace Scarborough of Adel, GA, Judy

Weldon of Meriwether County, GA; brother & sister-in-law, Tom (Sara) Layton of Lithia Springs, GA and a number of nieces and

nephews. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, February 13, 2016 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial

to follow in Fellowship Cemetery in Cecil, GA.

PAULK, Christine Bowen Paulk


Mrs. Christine Bowen Paulk, age 75 of Willacoochie, GA, passed away Friday, August 4, 2017, at her home in Leliaton, GA,

following an extended illness. A native of Douglas, GA, Mrs. Paulk was born February 14, 1942, daughter of Leon and Louell

Giddens Bowen. She had made her home in Atkinson County most of her life and was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening and

keeping her yard clean and also loved to dance and shop with her friends. She attended Goodwill Assembly of God Church. In

addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Paulk, son, Rocky Lee Giddens, two brothers, Billy Ray

Bowen and Bobby Bowen and a sister, Loudean Wooten. Survivors include one son: Daryl (Kitrina) Giddens of Leliaton, GA, four

grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews, and other relatives. Graveside funeral services for Mrs.

Paulk were Sunday, August 6, 2017, at Sunnyside Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA, was in charge of the

arrangements.

PAULK, Clara Harper Paulk

(Abstracted from the 8 November 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mrs. Carla Harper Paulk, age 54, of Willacoochee, Ga, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2016, at her residence following a brief

illness. Mrs. Paulk was born on August 8, 1962, in Ambrose, GA, to Neva Evelyn Nugent Harper and the late George Harper. She

was preceded in death by her father, George Harper; sister, Vickie Highsmith; and two brothers, Larry Harper and Jerry

Harper. Survivors include her husband, William Mark Paulk of Willacoochee, GA; 2 daughters, Carol (Ricky) Hutchison of

Douglas, GA, and Brooke Vickers of Douglas, GA; 2 sons, Cade (Amy) Paulk of Willacoochee, GA, and Alex Paulk of Ocilla, GA;

four grandchildren, Cameron Hutchison, Gunner Hutchison, Jaxon Paulk, and Jude Paulk; her mother, Neva Evelyn Harper and

the late George Harper of Ambrose, GA; 2 brothers, George Darrell (Kathy) Harper of Ambrose, GA and Walter Joe Harper of

Ambrose, GA; her father and mother-in-law, Bill and Kay Paulk; sister-in-law, Emily Deal; and several nieces, nephews and

cousins. Funeral services were Friday, October 21, 2016, at Union Primitive Baptist Church. Interment followed at Union

Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PAULK, Emma Lee Paulk

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 19, 2012)

Emma Lee Paulk, 98, was called from her earthly home to her heavenly home Tuesday evening (July 17, 2012) after an illness.

She was born July 27, 1912 in Blackshear to the late Luke Roundtree and Julia Reeves Roundtree. She moved to Waycross at an

early age and became a member of First Born Church of the Living God where she served faithfully in several capacities. She

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later became a member of Congregational First Born Church under leadership of Bishop George Burse where she served as a

church mother. Many people knew her as the pie maker at the Holiday Inn restaurant for nearly 30 years. She was well known

for her famous pecan and almond chiffon pies as well as her congealed salads. Before working at the Holiday Inn, she worked at

the Elk’s Club where she served as the first black waitress in a white establishment in Waycross. She was also preceded in

death by two brothers, Thomas Roundtree and Moses Roundtree, three sisters, Elizabeth Smith, Carrie Roundtree and Lena

Roundtree, and a granddaughter, Tasha Paulk. Those left to cherish her memories include two sons, Jerry Paulk Jr. (Dorril

Jean), of Waycross, and Kenneth Paulk (Mary), of Miami, Fla.; a daughter, Julia Glovers (Marildon), of Douglas; three

stepchildren, Deborah Paulk, Jacquelyn Paulk both of Waycross, and Drexel Paulk, of Atlanta; 16 grandchildren; nine step-

grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; two former daughters-in-law, Dorothy Davis, of

Miami, Fla., and Bobbie Jean Paulk, of Elberton; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A

celebration of life service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Congregational First Born Church, 822Morton Ave., with the church

pastor, Elder Otis Moody Sr., bringing words of comforts. Friends are being received at 610 Sargeant St. Public visitation will

be Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Fluker Funeral Home. The body will lie in repose Saturday at the church from noon to the hour of

service. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral home.

PAULK, Etteinne McDonald Paulk


Mrs. Etteinne McDonald Paulk, age 91, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2010. Mrs. Paulk, a native of Coffee County, was

born on October 8, 1918. Mrs. Paulk was the widow of Thomas Jacob Paulk and daughter of the late Dan and Linnnie Metts

McDonald. Mrs. Paulk was a homemaker and a member of Beulah United Methodist Church in Atkinson County. Survivors include

1 son: Danny (Joy) Paulk of Douglas; 1 daughter: Linda Sue (Robbie) Costin of Moultrie; daughter-in-law: Faye Paulk, of Douglas;

6 grandchildren: Phil Paulk of Fresno, CA; Debra Paulk of Milledgeville, GA; Ben Paulk of Douglas; Lynn Marshall of Port St. Jo,

FL; Greg Costin of Moultrie and Jennifer McCranie of Jacksonville, FL; 8 great-grandchildren: Lauren Paulk of Fresno, CA;

McKenzie Paulk and Anna Paulk, of Douglas, Jacob Marshall, Costin Marshall of Port St. Jo, FL; Julia Costin and Grace Costin of

Moultrie; James McCranie of Jacksonville, FL; and several niece and nephews. Mrs. Paulk was preceded in death by son, Phillip

Paulk. Graveside services were in the Paulk Cemetery at Union Primitive Baptist Church on Wednesday, February 3, 2010. Sims


PAULK, Eunice Sarah Paulk


Sarah Eunice Sanders Beason Paulk, 96, of St. Simons Island, formerly of Waycross, died Monday afternoon (July 2, 2012) at

her residence after an extended illness. She was born in Headland, AL, to the late Spurgeon Sanders and Ela Bryant Sanders.

She lived in Panama City, FL, from 1953 until 1970 when she moved to Waycross, then moved to Brunswick in 2004. She was a

member of St. Simons United Methodist Church and was former member of First United Methodist Church of Waycross where

she was in the Arthur Moore Sunday School Class. She was a member of the Rose Garden Club and a homemaker. She loved her

children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved spending time with them. She was also preceded in death by her first

husband, Joseph Frank Beason, second husband, Raymond Paulk, her son, Joseph Frank Beason Jr., three brothers, Bill Sanders,

Lamar Sanders, James Hicks, and two sisters, Louise Sanders Givens and Verlon Hicks Rowell. Survivors include two daughters,

Joy Beason Ferrell (husband Dr. Tom Ferrell), of Waycross, Wanda Beason Griffith, of St. Simons Island; 10 grandchildren,

Ronald Martin Kratzer II, of Helen, Thomas J. Ferrell, III, of Denver, CO, Scott Franklin Ferrell (wife Glenn), of St. Simons

Island, Sarah Beason Jordan (husband Chuck), of Athens, Joseph F. Beason III (wife Jennifer), of Chicago, IL, Elinor Frost

Hanson (husband Kevin), of Rancho Murieta, CA, and Antonia Beason, of Tampa, FL; a special granddaughter-in-law, Ivy Woodard

Kratzer, of Waycross; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be held

Monday at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Waycross. The family will receive friends immediately following the

service. Memorial contributions may be made toHeartland Hospice, 644 Scranton Road, Suite 103, Brunswick, GA, 31520.

Sympathy may be expressed online atwww.milesodumfuneralhome.com Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PAULK, Irene Vickers Paulk


Irene Vickers Paulk, age 86 of Ambrose, passed away suddenly on June 6, 2011 from a train/auto accident, along with her son,

Winston Paulk. Mrs. Paulk was born in Irwin County to the late Daniel and Mamie Paulk Vickers. She was a homemaker and a

member of the New Hope Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Shelton Paulk. Survivors include 1

daughter, Melinda (John) Maxheimer of Richmond Hill; 1 daughter-in-law, Doralyn D. Paulk of Ambrose; 5 grandchildren; and 13

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great grandchildren. Funeral services were Thursday, June 9, 2011 in the New Hope Baptist Church. Interment followed in the

New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PAULK, James Gaston Paulk


DOUGLAS — James Gaston Paulk, 89, passed away Monday (July 30, 2012) at his residence. He was born Dec. 6, 1922 in Douglas

to the late Henry Paulk and Flossie Belch Paulk. He served in World War II in the U.S. Navy as a seaman first class and was a

retired aircraft mechanic at Warner Robins Air Force Base. He was preceded in death by a special friend, Juanita Ewry.

Survivors are five daughters, Debbie Paulk, Ellaville, Bonna Martin-Gillard and Kimberly Fanning, both of Douglas, Donna Martin,

Waycross, and Bobbie Jean Musgrove, Axson; four sons, Mike Paulk, Middleton, Ohio, Gary Paulk, Ellaville, Rusty Martin,

Waycross, and Jody Martin, Columbus; nine grandchildren, Chris Paulk, Jeff Paulk, Tammy Paulk, James Paulk, Nicole Wood,

Martin Todd, Rachel Tanner, Lance Fountain and Logan Fountain; two great-grandchildren, Kalen Wood and Chloe Todd; a special

friend, Devoy Martin Sr., Waycross; and several other relatives. A funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 11 o’clock at the

chapel of Roundtree Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday from 9 until 11 a.m. at Roundtree Funeral Home. Roundtree


PAULK, Joseph Paulk


Joseph "Lamar" Paulk, age 52, of Lakeland passed away Thursday, February 4, 2016 at his residence after a brief illness. Mr.

Paulk was born April 26, 1963 in Lakeland, GA to the late James Marvin Paulk and Martha Boyd Paulk. He worked as a heavy

equipment operator for many years for Lee Engineering. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by a sister, Janice Delk

and his companion for 25 years, Donna Waites. Survivors include: son, Joseph Earl (Shelly) Paulk of Lakeland, GA; son, Brandon

James Paulk of Homerville, GA; 1 granddaughter, Emily Belle Paulk; 2 brothers, Danny (Eimi) Paulk of Stockton, GA; Mark

(Laurie) Paulk of Waycross, GA; nieces & nephews: Nicole (Cliff) Lee, Lacee Paulk, James Paulk & Rachel Paulk; great nieces &

nephews: Dawson Lee, Carter Littleton & Tatem Vickery; and the mother of Joseph & Brandon Paulk, Loretta K. Suggs. A

graveside service will be held Saturday, February 6, 2016 in Good Hope Cemetery. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is serving

the family.

PAULK, Kathleen Threatt Paulk

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 20 September 2010)

Mrs. Kathleen Threatt Paulk, age 70, of Ambrose, GA, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2010, at South GA Medical Center

in Valdosta, GA. Mrs. Paulk a native of Coffee County, GA, she was born on March 23, 1940. She was the daughter of the late

George Wesley, Sr. and Selma Butler Threatt. She was preceded in death by son, David Kimberly Paulk and brothers, Ralph

Threatt, George Threatt, Jr. and Tom Threatt. Funeral Services were Sunday, September 5, 2010, at New Hope Baptist

Church. Burial followed in the New Hope Church Cemetery. Survivors include her husband, David Paulk of Ambrose; daughters:

Teresa (Mike) Fowler and Clarice (Joey) Anderson of Ambrose, GA; son, Wesley (Delga) Paulk of Ambrose, GA; sisters: Elva

Royal and Macie Pearce of Ambrose GA, Geneva Cliett of Haines City FL; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Sims

Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PAULK, Linda Elaine Lott Paulk


Mrs. Linda Elaine Lott Paulk, age 70, of Willacoochee, GA passed away Sunday, April 30, 2017, at her residence following a short

illness. Mrs. Paulk was born July 1, 1946 to the late Aubrey Lott and the late Jean Royal Vickers Lott. Other than her parents,

she was preceded in death by a son, Kendall Paulk and 3 brothers, Jerry Lott, Kenny Lott and Darryl Lott. Mrs. Paulk was a

homemaker. She also worked alongside her husband as a farmer and a syrup maker. She attended the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s

Witness. Mrs. Paulk was a native of Douglas, Coffee County; had lived in Atkinson County for most of her life. Survivors include

her husband Warren Paulk of Willacoochee, GA; one son: Russell Warren (Beverly) Paulk of Willacoochee, GA; one daughter:

Holly Paulk (Travis) Thaxton of Watkinsville, GA; two grandchildren: Fletcher Thaxton and Allie Thaxton both of Watkinsville,

GA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside services and interment were held Wednesday, May 3, 2017, at Satilla

Memorial Gardens. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PAULK, Margie Browning Paulk


Margie Browning Paulk, age 77, passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2011, at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. She was born in

Palatka, FL, to the late Wilbur, and Beatrice Clorita Pearson Browning. Coming from Hialeah, FL, she had lived in Mayo since

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1989. Mrs. Paulk was a member of the Northside Church of Christ and a former member of Mayo Red Hats Society. She was a

loving and devoted grandmother who was very involved with her grandkids, and enjoyed cooking, crocheting, and spending time

with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Paulk in 1987. Survived by (6) sons; Ronnie Davis, Jr., and wife

Ginger of CA, Mike Davis, of PA, Greg Ellis, of NC, Tim Ellis, of St Petersburg, Larry Ellis, and Alan Ellis and wife Lynette, all of

Mayo, FL, (1) step-son; Larry Paulk and wife Jill of GA, (1) brother; Wilbur “Buck” Browning of PA, (8) grandchildren, (5) great-

grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at Burns Mayo Chapel on

Saturday, July 9, 2011.

PAULK, Mattie Modena Moore Paulk


Mattie Modena Moore Paulk, age 85, passed away Friday (June 23, 2017). Affectionately called Modena by many and “Maudeen”

by her late husband, Frank Paulk, she was born and reared in Ware County, the sixth of eight children born to the union of

Charlie and Louetta Moore on Dec. 20, 1931. She attended and graduated from the public schools of Waycross. She continued

her education at Albany State College, Albany, whereby she received her Bachelor of Science degree in education. In the

meantime, she met and married George Franklin Paulk, and to this union were born two children, Wanda K. Paulk Holder and

Winston Keith Paulk. She began her journey of teaching in Ambrose at the Paulk School. She continued her career of teaching

at Carters School in Douglas. After moving back to Waycross, she maintained her zeal for teaching at Bailey Street Elementary

School and McDonald Street Elementary School. It was at this juncture she decided to enhance her gift of teaching by

matriculating at Valdosta State University and receiving her masters of education. Shortly afterward, she was shifted from

the standard classroom and became a Title I teacher. She was exemplary in her skills as a teacher, always in command of her

classroom and highly respected by her colleagues until she was asked to become a principal. She refused the offer and said,

“There would be too many I may have to fire.” In all her academic achievements, she took greater pride in her walk with the

Lord that began as a child in Macedonia Baptist Church, Waycross. There she was under strong teaching, training and nurturing

in the word of God. She sang in the choir; she was a part of the church’s finance team, a major player in planning an array of

events for the church and was on the church’s announcement team. She was a committed and loyal member of Macedonia for all

of her childhood and a great portion of her adult life. After much wrestling within, she felt led to transfer her membership to

St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church. Her service rendered unto the Lord became so deeply rooted in her heart that her

“servant” passion extended beyond the church walls. She expressed her love of mission by caring for the sick and shut-in. She

collected baskets and purchased fruit, juice, booklets and other items to fill the baskets to deliver at homes (private and

nursing) and the hospital. During her visits, if the opportunity presented itself, she would teach God’s word. Whenever she

would visit her daughter, she would search through her home loading up on every basket she could find. Though she loved and

served many, she made it clear that her greatest love, second to loving God, were her son and daughter. During one of her

moments of sickness, she told the nurse that her children were her best doctors. This beloved mother, grandmother, great-

grandmother and sister’s physical presence departed, but the spirit of her life is cherished in the hearts of many: her

daughter, Wanda, of Decatur; son and daughter, Winston and Janel, of Summerville SC; five grandchildren, Cedric Middleton,

Franklin E. Holder, Monita A. Holder, Madelyne A. Paulk, Danielle M. Paulk; three great-grandchildren, Nyzia, Jordan, Ava; three

siblings, Leatha Jones (VA); Clara Briant (GA) and Cleveland Moore (GA); brother-in-law, Cleophus Paulk (GA); four great-aunts,

Inez Studivent, Lillie Mae Robinson, Evelyn Robinson, Rutha Mae Jones and Rosetta Robinson; and a host of nephews, nieces, and

cousins who will never forget Modena. A home-going service is scheduled Saturday at Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist

Church.

PAULK, Robert Brock Paulk

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 22 May 2018)

Robert Brock Paulk, age 37, of Monticello, FL passed away Friday, May 18, 2108 as a result of a fall. His friends and family

were by his side when he went to be with Jesus. He was born to David and Caroline Paulk, of Madison. Robert loved his

wife Jessica, and his children Corbyn and Annabelle fiercely. He shared his love for Jesus with so many he spent time

with. He loved working cows with his dad and fishing and hunting with all of his very close family and friends. His godliness

and kindness were spread across the country as he built many relationships while playing baseball for the Mets

organization. His infectious smile and genuineness invited everyone he knew to like and love him. He would not want us to

be sad. Robert is survived by his wife, Jessica Louise Paulk; his two children: Corbyn and Annabelle; his parents, David and

Caroline; and his brothers: David and Elias. He is also survived by his close family. Funeral arrangements are being handled

by Beggs Funeral Home in Madison. The funeral will be Wednesday, May 23 at Fellowship Baptist Church in Madison. Burial

will follow at Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, in Madison.

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(Abstracted from the 16 December 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mr. Sherman Bay Paulk, Jr., age 44, of Ambrose, GA, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, following a brief illness. Mr.

Paulk was born on March 22, 1972, in Ocilla, GA, to Debra Ann Bryant Paulk Cribbs and the late Sherman Bay Paulk, Sr.

Survivors include his son, William Barnes of Panama City, FL; daughter, Dena Barnes of Panama City, FL; mother and stepfather,

Debra Ann Paulk Cribbs and Elton Cribbs of Ambrose, GA; brother, Michael W. Paulk of Gainesville, FL; two sisters, Ladonna

Wilson and brother-in-law, Billy Wilson of Valdosta, GA and Amanda Cribbs of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews, and great

nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Sherman Bay Paulk, Sr. Funeral services were Friday, December 9, 2016, at

Sims Funeral Home.

PAULK, Susie Paulk


Mrs. Susie “Sue” Paulk, age 71, of Douglas, GA, passed away Friday, July 14, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following

an extended illness. Mrs. Paulk was born on September 1, 1945, in Eastman, GA, to the late Johnny Hulett and Clifford Hart

Hulett. Survivors include her husband, Rev. George Carroll Paulk of Douglas, GA; three children, Lynn (Ray) Fussell of Douglas,

GA, Greg (Lynn) Kinnett of Jacksonville, GA, and Chris Kinnett of Douglas, GA; three step children, Tammy (Victor) Paulk of

Ambrose, GA, Debbie (Delbert) Davis of Pearson, GA, and Lori (Andy) Lott of Douglas, GA; 3 grandchildren, Jodi (Colton) Rogers

of Douglas, GA, Shelby (Landon) Dorminey of Englewood, CO, and Cari Kinnett of Broxton, GA; 7 step grandchildren, Ashley

(Del) Spivey of Pearson, GA, Vic Paulk of Ambrose, GA, Kayla Cato, Karli Cato, Martin Cato, Andrew Lott, Hunter Lott all of

Douglas, GA; great-grandchild, Carter Kinnett of Broxton, GA; 4 step great-grandchildren, Collyns Spivey, Dallas Spivey, Lexi

Stone, and Sebastian Iglesias; 5 sisters, Anges (Roy) Jones of Macon, GA, Joann (Bug) Minshew of Broxton, GA, Margaret

Pridgen of Vidor, TX, Marilyn (Archie) Rish of Broxton, GA, and Debra (Darrell) Smith of Broxton, GA; 2 brothers, Earl

(Marlene) Hulett of St. Marys, GA and Gerald (Kathy) Hulett of Jacksonville, GA; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded

in death by her two husbands, Claude Thomas Kinnett and Greg Vickers; daughter, Teresa Kinnett Trowell; and two brothers,

Ralph Hulett and John Hulett, Jr. Funeral services were Monday, July 17, 2017, at Westwood Baptist Church. Interment

followed at Evergreen Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PAULK, Treo Paulk

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 22 September 2015)

Mrs. Treo Paulk, age 90, of Douglas, GA, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2015, at Shady Acres Health and Rehab

following an extended illness. Mrs. Paulk was born January 10, 1925, in Douglas, GA, to the late Willie Paulk and Alma Purvis

Paulk. Survivors include 2 nieces, Sandra Walker of Ambrose, GA, and Virginia Myers of Ponte Vera, FL; nephew, Clark Dennis

(Debra) Vickers III, of Ambrose, GA; great nieces and nephews, Trina Wilkerson, Trey Denton, and Christopher Vickers; and

great-great nieces and nephews, Gage Wilkerson, Dustin Wilkerson, Michele Wilkerson, Shay Wilkerson, Dr. Danny Denton, Dr.

Esta Shah, and Dr. Kimberly D. Koch. Memorial service will Sunday, September 20, 2015, at Westwood Baptist Church. Sims


PAULK, Winston Shelton Paulk


Winston Shelton Paulk, age 67 of Ambrose passed away suddenly from injuries following an auto/train accident in Irwin County

on June 6, 2011. Mr. Paulk was born on November 20, 1943 to the late Shelton and Irene Paulk in Ambrose. He was a retired mail

carrier for the U.S. Postal Service and attended Ambrose Christian Church. Survivors include his wife, Doralyn Daniel Paulk of

Ambrose; 1 son, Daniel (Michel) Paulk of Ambrose; 3 grandchildren; and 1 sister, Melinda Maxheimer of Richmond Hill. Funeral

services were Thursday, June 9, 2011 in New Hope Baptist Church. Interment followed in the New Hope Baptist Church

Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PAULL, Phyllis K. Paull


Phyllis K. Paull, age 71, of Blackshear, died Wednesday (Nov. 7, 2018) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after a brief illness.

She was born in Gallatin, TN, to the late Wilburn Kirkham and Dorothy Sue Whiteside Kirkham. She made Blackshear her home

since 1995. She was a dedicated school teacher for more than 30 years. She taught first grade at Blackshear Elementary

before her retirement in the spring of 2012. She was a member of First Methodist Church of Waycross, United Daughters of

the Confederacy and the Okefenokee Golf and Country Club, where she enjoyed fellowshipping at her weekly bridge games with

friends. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, Bobby England, and her brother, Tommy

Kirkham. She is survived by her husband, Bob Paull, of Blackshear; two children, Dr. Robert Lee England IV (wife, Lois), of

Birmingham, AL, Kirk England (wife, Ashley), of Spring Hill, TN; two step-children, Hanna Clayton (husband, Jim), of Springfield,

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TN, Susannah Williams (husband, Jeff), of St. Petersburg, FL; five grandchildren, R.L. England, Brice England, Harrison England,

Garrett Williams, Tristan Williams; her sister-in-law, Julia Harrison, of Wichita, KS; and numerous nieces, nephews and other

relatives. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made

to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501 or to the Pierce County Foundation for Excellence in Education,

Inc., P.O. Box 349, Blackshear, GA 31516.

PAULUS, Cornelius Frank Paulus


Mr. Cornelius Frank “Buck” Paulus, age 92, born August 21, 1918 and died November 10, 2009. Buck was born to George and Anna

(Steinmetz) Paulus on a farm in Chippewa County, WI. He was the seventh of ten children, four brothers and five sisters. He

was predeceased by his parents, four brothers and four sisters, his son George Paulus and step-grandson Tony Willis. He served

in the US Navy, US Naval Reserve and US Coast Guard, serving from 1938-1964. He served aboard several vessels during the

war and following, including the USCGC WPG-31 Bibb and USCGC WPG-61 Androscoggin. He was OIC of the US Coast Guard

Recruiting Station in Jacksonville, FL and was stationed at the USCG Training Station, Avery Point Connecticut until his

retirement. After retirement he continued to be employed in a variety of power engineer positions for industries, state and

educational systems. While a resident of Douglas, he volunteered many hours at the Georgia Agrirama, restoring steam engines

there. He resided the last five years of his life in Cape Coral, FL. He is survived by his wife of 65 years: Mary Helen (Deese)

Paulus; daughters: Moira (Dan) Kneer and Helen (Dewey) Gierke; daughter-in-law: Rose Paulus; grandchildren: Sharon Paulus (Al)

Halstead, Jennifer (Garrett) Shipman, Catherine Emerson, Christopher (Jennifer) Rock, Steven Rock, Nicole (Matt) Skutley,

Gregory (Erica) Emerson,and Daniel Rock; step-grandchildren: Theresa Willis (Timothy) Kenyon, Joseph Willis, Courtney Willis

(Flavio) DePaula; 16 great-grandchildren, and 1 step-great-great-grandchild. A memorial service was Tuesday, November 17,

2009 at Sims Funeral Home in Douglas, GA. He was buried at Lone Hill Cemetery in West Green, GA.

PAVEY, Sharon Gale Kendrick Pavey


Sharon Gale Kendrick Pavey, age 72, of Waycross, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday (April 17, 2019) at Baptist

Village Nursing Home. She was born in Waycross to the late Hubert Winton Kendrick and Doris Estelle Smith Davis and made

Waycross her home for most of her life. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Gilchrist Park for many years and she

served in the church’s Clothes Closet Ministry, which she loved very much. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death

by her beloved son, Winton Eugene Pavey, three brothers, Hubert Weston Kendrick, Jack Ewell Kendrick and James Winton

Kendrick. She is survived by her dear sisters, (twin) Charlotte Kendrick Mosley (husband, Jerry), of Jesup, Anita Woody Wolfe

(husband, Robert), of Leeds, AL; many loving nieces, nephews, and other family members. They will miss her deeply but their

hearts are joyful that she is in the arms of Jesus and no longer in pain. A celebration of life service will be at Calvary Baptist

Church, 1622 Gibbs St., Waycross, GA. This service will also include a celebration of life for her son, Winton, who passed away

on March 14, 2017. Her request was to have both celebrations of life services together at her beloved church. Burial will follow

in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her memory to Calvary Baptist Church, 1622

Gibbs St., Waycross, GA 31503. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PAYETTE, Debra Jeanne Payette

(Abstracted from the 8 September 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Debra Jeanne Payette, age 64, of Waycross, died Saturday (Sept. 5, 2015) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an

extended illness. She was born in Ft. Pierce, FL, and made her home in Waycross for the past seven years. She worked in the

medical field as an executive secretary with an expertise in payroll and accounting. In Waycross she was a member of the

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She was an avid animal lover who loved spending time and caring for her dogs. She was

preceded in death by her parents, Douglas Payette and Armond Brooker Payette, and a sister, Nancy Karen Sheldon. She is

survived by her brother, Jerry (Annie) Payette of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and other relatives. A

memorial service will be held at a later date at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

PAYNE, Annie Ruth Payne


Annie Ruth Payne, age 48, passed away July 27, 1971 in the Lodi Memorial Hospital in Lodi, CA after a sudden illness. She was

born in Madison County, FL and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Walter P. “Dub:

Payne; 1 daughter, Mrs. Betty Ruth Odom of Madison; 1 sons, Phil Payne of Omo Ranch, CA; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kelly

Woodward of Madison; her grandmother, Mrs. Laura Downing of Pinetta; 1 brother, Walter Woodard of Madison, 5 sisters,

Frances Ragans and Gail Schultz both of Madison; Eloise McMullen of Valdosta; Mavis Buchanan of Pinetta; and Mildred Harrell

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of Tallahassee. Funeral services will be held Saturday July 31, 1971 in Macedonia Baptist Church with burial in the church

cemetery.

PAYNE, Deanna Felicia Payne


Deanna Felicia Payne went to be with Jesus on May 26, 2014. She was born on October 1, 1960 in Jacksonville. She has lived in

Live Oak, Lee and Lake City. She was currently living in Madison. Deanna is survived by 4 sons: Seyavash (Lisa) Mesry of

Atlanta; John David (Amber) Rutherford and their daughter Madalynn of Live Oak; Cole Matthew Rutherford of MacClenny; and

Daniel Lee Rutherford of Atlanta. She is also survived by her mother, Patsy Dryden Welch of Madison; her sister, Ginger Ann

Payne and Jamie Porter and their daughter, Madison Marie Porter of West Palm Beach; her sister, Cassandra Kay Nipper of

Kotzebue, AK and her children Jessica, Luke, MyKayla, Sophia and Alexandria, all of Alaska and Mike Grossman of Korea; her

brother, John Paul James (Joanna) Payne of St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands; and her other brother, Ronald Ervin (Debbie) Payne,

Jr. and their children: Lisa and husband, Nate and their son Drake; Jeremiah and his daughter, Ainsley; and Matthew and Sarah

all of Okeechobee; and Ronald Ervin (Jessica) Payne, III their son Trenton of Mayo and She is survived by a special person in

her life, her grandmother, Pauline Dryden, 95, of Madison. She is survived by hundreds of other relatives, cousins, aunts and

uncles of several generations. Deanna is predeceased by her father, Ronald Ervin Payne, Sr., her grandfather, William Quinton

Dryden and grandmother Mildred Rowell Payne. Deanna loved her family and friends and would ‘give you the shirt off her back.’

She was passionate about her love of God, studying The Word and singing praises to God. She was always cleaning and making

the yard and flowers pretty. Deanna was very talented and gifted. Her creative, artistic nature was expressed through

everything she did: paintings, writings, flowers, pottery, gardens and interior decorating. There will be a memorial service for

Deanna, Saturday, May 31 at Midway Baptist Church in Lee.

PAYNE, Frances Maria Payne


Frances Maria Payne, age 67, died at her residence Thursday (March 10, 2016) following an extended illness. She was a native of

Adel, but lived most of her life in Waycross. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Alphus Payne and Rubye Elizabeth

Titshaw Payne, and a sister, Martha Walker. Survivors include a daughter, Lynne (Michael) Gash of Hamilton, NJ; 2

granddaughters, Karen Gash and Angela Gash; 1 great-granddaughter, Riley Paskell; her former husband, Joseph Acerra, of

Hamilton, NJ; 3 sisters, Nan Cleveland of Macon, Jann Mitchell of Blackshear, and Jeanne Cote of Dauphin, PA; 1 aunt, Martha

Bobbitt of Dublin; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service was Sunday at Music Funeral Home. Memorialization will be

by cremation.

PAYNE, M. E. Payne


M. E. Payne, age 57, died Wednesday night in the Veteran’s Hospital in Lake City after a short illness. He had been a resident of

Madison County for twenty years. Survivors are his wife; one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Smith, of Aiken, SC; and two brothers, Dr.

Harvey H. Payne, of Atlanta, and J. R. Payne, of Pelham, GA. Funeral services will be held Friday at Beggs Funeral Home with

interment in Macedonia Cemetery.

PAYNE, Myrtice Hicks Rye Payne


Mrs. Myrtice Hicks Rye Payne, age 82, died on Saturday, October 25, 2008 in Tallahassee. Services were held Tuesday,

October 28, at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison with burial at Corinth Cemetery in Lee. Mrs. Payne was born on March 18, 1926,

in Mulberry She was the daughter of the late Ashley W. Hicks and Hattie Kelley She was a lifelong resident of Lee and a

member of the Macedonia Baptist Church. She worked as a waitress and at Dixie Packers, in addition to working in poultry

houses. She was a homemaker who loved her flower plants and loved to quilt. She is survived by 3 sons, Bobby (Annette) Rye;

Benny (Lonette) Rye; and Barton (Diane) Rye, all of Lee; daughters, Betty (William) Hunter of Vero Beach, and Belinda (Carlos)

Chason of Tallahassee; 1 brother, Newton Hicks of Melrose; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great

grandchildren.

PAYNE, Nellie S. Payne

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 5, 1971)

Nellie S. Payne, age 65, died Friday in the Pine View Hospital in Valdosta after a long illness. She was born in Cherokee County,

GA but had spent most of her life in Madison County. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Eark Sparks. She

was a member of the Beulah Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Mr. George W. Payne of Lee; 3 brothers, Mr. Joe

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Sparks of Lake City; H. B. Sparks of Felton, GA; and H. C. Sparks of Jacksonville; 2 sisters, Mrs. Ruth Gibbo of Madison and

Mrs. Maude Hiers of Jacksonville; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Sunday at Beulah Baptist

Church with interment in Beulah Cemetery.

PAYNE, Ronald Ervin Payne Sr.

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder, Madison, Florida, April 18, 2008)

Ronald Ervin Payne, Sr., age 67, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, in Madison. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 13, 2008

at the Lee First Baptist Church. Burial followed at Lee Memorial Cemetery in Lee. Mr. Payne was born in Jacksonville on October

14, 1940. He was the son of the late John Thompson Payne and Anna Mildred Rowell Payne. He graduated from Landon High

School in Jacksonville and moved to Madison in 1958. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Lee First Baptist Church in

Lee. He is survived by the mother of his five children: Patricia Ann Welch; 2 sons, Ronald E. Payne, Jr., of Okeechobee, and

John Paul James Payne of Lee; 3 daughters: Deanna Payne of Lake City; Ginger Payne of West Palm Beach; and Casandra Nipper

of Vanceburro, NC; 1 brother, John Payne of Alexandra, VA; 3 sisters: Janice Payne of Tallahassee; Jean Bembry of Dowling

Park; and Joann Martin of Lake Seminole: 15 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews, and

other relatives.

PAYNE, Sarah Lovely Wade Payne

Sarah Lovely Wade Payne, 76, of Greenville, FL passed at home on Thursday, February 13, 2014.Services are Saturday at New

Zion Missionary Baptist Church with burial in the Church Cemetery. A native of Madison, FL, she had lived in Miami most of her

life, before moving to Greenville in the mid-80's. She had been a Dietary Aide at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Survivors include

her daughters: Sandra (Jerome) Johnson, Sharon King, Latoya, Evelyn and Sandreka Payne; sons, Ronnie (Teresa) Payne, Terrell,

Anthony and Thomas Payne; 87 grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was

predeceased by her son, Jerome Payne. Tillman of Monticello is in charge of the arrangements.

PAYNE, Solomon Payne


Solomon Payne, age 56, died August 18th in the Suwannee County Hospital in Live Oak after a long illness. He was a merchant and

farmer, and ran a general mercantile store in Lee. Survivors are his wife Mrs. Sylvia Payne and one daughter, Miss Teresa

Sylvia, both of Lee; his mother Mrs. A. A. Collins of Jacksonville Beach; one sister Mrs. Dollie Mae Sevor of Lee; two brothers

Edison Payne and C. P. Payne both of Jacksonville. Funeral services were held Sunday in Macedonia Baptist Church with burial in

the church cemetery.

PAYNE. T. E. Payne


Mr. T. E. Payne, age 65, of Blackshear, GA, died Wednesday, October 25, in a hospital in Waycross, GA. He was the father of

Mrs. R. V. Davis of Madison. Funeral services were held Thursday in Blackshear. Survivors include his wife; three sons and two

daughters.

PAYTON, Mary Richardson Payton


Mary Richardson Payton, age 67, a native and longtime resident of Madison died August 28th in the local hospital. She had lived

with her niece Rosa Lee Dukes since 1949. Survivors are five sisters, Dallas Mosley and Agnes Robinson, both of Madison,

Martha Stephens of Ft. Lauderdale; Lillie Demps, of Plant City Frances Fox, of Suwannee Valley; two brothers, David Morgan, of

Orlando and Isiah Morgan, of Madison and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held Saturday August 31st at the Mt.

Zion AME Church with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PEACE, Folma Edwin Peace


Folma Edwin “Buddy” Peace, age 83, of Demorest, passed away Sunday (May 17, 2015) at his residence following an extended

illness. Born in Fairfax, June 28, 1931, he grew up in Dixie Union and resided most recently in Demorest in North Georgia. He

was the oldest son of the late Elbert Duncan Peace and Martha Ann Jordan Peace, of Dixie Union. He was also preceded in death

by a twin sister, Wilma Evelyn Fullard, a sister, Judy Williamson, and a brother, David Peace. He served in the United States Air

Force between 1948 and 1950 as corporal. He owned and operated Buddy’s Body Shop in Ware County for many years and

worked in the body shop of several automobile dealerships over the years. He retired and moved to North Georgia about 21

years ago. He was a member of Hephzibah Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing many different musical instruments but loved

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playing the guitar and singing the old country, gospel and bluegrass music the most. He loved talking with people and never met a

stranger. Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Ally Gilliard Peace, of Demorest; daughters, Celestine Young, of Lagrange,

Deorbrah (Raemonn) Robe, of Poulsbo, WA, Lawanna (Michael) Barnett of Columbia, MS, and Sandra Roberson, of Atlanta; sons,

Bobby Peace and Folma Peace, both of Waycross, and Cuyler Peace, of Demorest; 15 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; 1

brother, Jerry (Gail) Peace; and 1 sister, Karen Brown, all of Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives; and his

first wife, Vonice Nelson, of Lagrange. His wishes were to donate his body to the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.

McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia, is in charge of arrangements.

PEACE, Gail Peace


Gail Peace, age 74, passed away Thursday (Aug. 10, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. She was daughter of the late Harvey Strickland and Abbie Lou Hutto

Strickland. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Dorothy Adams, Pauline Synder and Minnie Lee Smith. She was a

supervisor for Flash Foods and attended Pineview Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Jerry Peace of Waycross, two

sons, Harvey (Fran) Peace of Marianna, FL, and Anthony Peace of Gaum, two granddaughters, Charlie Nicole (Clinton) Kelly of

Panama City, FL, and Holly Kristin Peace of Orlando, FL, and three great-grandchildren, Noah Kelly, Gabe Kelly and Ellie Grace

Kelly. A funeral will be Sunday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hephzibah Cemetery.

PEACE, Jerry Holland Peace


Jerry Holland Peace, age 77, died Tuesday (Jan. 9, 2018) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following short illness. He

was a native of Waycross and lived most of his life in Waycross. He was preceded in death by his wife, Abbie Gail Strickland

Peace, and his parents, Elbert Duncan Peace and Martha Ann Jordan Peace. He was retired from the Civil Service and served in

the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of Pineview Baptist Church. Survivors include two sons, Harvey (Fran) Peace of Marianna,

FL, and Anthony Peace of Guam; two granddaughters, Charlie Nicole (Clinton) Kelly of Panama City, FL, and Holly Kristin Peace of

Orlando, FL; three great-grandchildren, Noah Kelly, Gabe Kelly and Ellie Grace Kelly; and a sister, Karen Crawford of

Blackshear. A funeral will be Saturday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hephzibah Cemetery.

PEACE, Karen Sue Fraley Peace


Karen Sue Fraley Peace, 51, of Waycross, died Friday (April 5, 2013) at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, after a brief illness. She

was born in Waycross to James Carswell and Betty Sue Manning Fraley. She made Waycross her home for all of her life. She

worked for 15 years as head of security for Schaffer Security Company and most recently spent her time as a homemaker. She

was a member of Astoria Baptist Church where she helped cook and feed the children on Wednesday nights. She always enjoyed

working in her garden and cooking. She was preceded in death by her father, James Carswell Fraley. She is survived by her

husband, Bobby Peace, of Waycross; two daughters, Heather (Jonathan) Harrison, of Waycross, Genese (Paul) Taylor, of Alma;

four grandchildren, Lee Taylor, Jackson Taylor, Stuart Taylor, Ammon Taylor; a sister, Jamie Segear, of St. Marys; two

nephews, John Segear and James Segear, both of St. Marys; numerous other relatives. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. today in

the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Astoria

Baptist Church “Youth Praise Team,” 1501 Astoria Road, Waycross, Ga. 31503.

PEACE, Moultry Langford Peace


BLACKSHEAR — Moultry Langford Peace, age 82, of Blackshear, passed away Monday (May 28, 2018) at his residence following

a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Baxley June 6, 1935, he lived in Pierce County for most of his life. He was a graduate of

Miami High School and attended the University of Georgia where he was a member of the UGA Flying Club. He served in the

U.S. Army, was a veteran in Germany. He was a retired independent real estate appraiser and farmer. He previously worked as a

supervisor for South Georgia Broiler, Inc. for several years and as an appraiser for Ag South Farm Credit. He was a member of

First Baptist Church of Blackshear and was an avid outdoorsman with a heart for passing on the appreciation of the outdoors to

future generations of hunters and anglers. He was a son of the late Walter Handson and Varnie Bell Moody Peace. He was also

preceded in death by his step-mother, who raised him, Maude Altman Peace, and all of his brothers and sisters. Survivors

include his wife, Marilyn Joyner Peace of Blackshear, two sons, Michael Langford (Tanya Lovell) Peace of Blackshear, and

Edward Earle (Zyna Howard) Peace of Braselton, five grandchildren, Kaitlyn Marie Peace, John Michael Peace, AnnaBeth Kathryn

Peace, Zachary Edward Peace and Rachel Caroline Peace, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be

Saturday at First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Blackshear Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family respectively

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requests that memorials be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 670 Main St., Blackshear, GA 31516, Hospice

Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, or to Martha Memorial Methodist Church, 6122 Stoney Brook Drive,

Blackshear, GA 31516. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PEACE, Otis David Peace


Otis David Peace, age 46, of Livingston, MT, passed away suddenly Saturday (June 18, 2016) in Jacksonville, FL. He was a native

of Ware County, son of the late Elbert David Peace and Glenda Sue Varnadore Luke. He was preceded in death by his step-

mother, Christine Peace. He was a Merchant Marine and served in the U.S. Army. Survivors include 2 brothers, Rufus

(Katharina) Peace of Livingston, MT and Devant (Rhonda) Luke of Lawton, OK; 2 sisters, Susan Hendricks of Waycross, and

Angela (Jose) Colchado of Seneca, MO. A graveside service was held Saturday (June 25, 2016) at Rose Hill Cemetery. Crosby

Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

PEACH, Vera Griffis Peach


HOMERVILLE - Vera Nell Griffis Peach, 64, passed away Thursday (Dec. 13, 2007) at Clinch Memorial Hospital, following an

extended illness. She was born June 13, 1943, in Clinch County to the late Seward Griffis and Vera Futch Griffis. She was

retired from Brockway Standard as a machine operator and was the widow of James Edward Peach. Survivors are two

daughters, Leanne Peach, Homerville, and Kathy Forsythe, Pearson; one son, Jimmy Peach, Nashville; two sisters, Susie McCain

and Laura Maine, both of Homerville; eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, a special niece, Nancy Shaw; and several other

relatives. Funeral will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Roundtree Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Pine Forest

Cemetery. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Sympathy may be expressed by signing

the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Peach family.

PEACOCK, C. Edward Peacock Sr


C. Edward Peacock Sr. 71, of Blackshear died early Monday (Sept. 26, 2005) morning at his residence after an extended illness.

He was a native of and lived most of his life in Pierce County. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earlish Peacock and

Grace Boyett Peacock. He retired from BellSouth in 1992 as a cable technician with 38 years of service. He was a longtime

member of Blackshear Presbyterian Church. He was formerly active with the Telephone Pioneers, square dancing and T.O.P.S.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Pat Peacock, of Blackshear; one son, Curt Peacock

(wife Sharon), of Blackshear; one daughter, Donna Walker (husband Steve), of Kingsland; four grandchildren, Chrissie Peacock,

of Blackshear, J.B. Kemp, of Kingsland, and Lauren and Erica Miller, both of Blackshear; three brothers, Jimmy Peacock (wife

Doris), Wilbur Peacock (wife DeLane), all of Waycross, Jerry Peacock (wife Judy), of Blackshear; one aunt, Reba Peacock, of

Blackshear; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Blackshear Presbyterian

Church. Burial will be in the Blackshear City Cemetery. Visitation will held tonight from 6 to 9 at Smith Funeral Home of

Blackshear. The family request that the T.O.P.S. members serve as honorary pallbearers and are asked to be at the church by

10:45 a.m. on Wednesday. Memorials may be given to Hospice Satilla or to Blackshear Presbyterian Church. Online condolences

may be expressed at www.smithfuneralhome.us Smith Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PEACOCK, Charles Edward Peacock


JACKSONVILLE, FL —Charles Edward Peacock, age 79, of Alma, passed away Friday (Dec. 22, 2017) at St. Vincent’s Medical

Center. Born in Blackshear, Dec. 6, 1938, he lived in Pierce County all of his life. He was a 1957 graduate of Blackshear High

School and had been a farmer all of his life. He started the Hurricane Go-Cart Raceway and enjoyed watching NASCAR. He

played cards twice a week with friends and loved to travel, eat, go camping and attend bluegrass festivals. He was a loving

father and grandfather and will be greatly missed. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a son of the late Harry Isham and

Thelma Spivey Peacock. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Naomi Elizabeth Hodge Peacock, and a grandchild, Torry

Davis. Survivors include four daughters and sons-in-law, Taffy (Dale) Davis, Terri (Mike) Thomas, Tammy (Andy) Brannen and

Holly (John) Ratliff Jr., all of Blackshear; a sister, Linda Nall (Conrad Vogel), of Waycross; 11 grandchildren, Shawn (Karey)

Davis, Trey (Shae) Davis, Michael (Pamela) Thomas, Chad (Melissa) Thomas, Jordan (Holly) Thomas, Ashton Crawford, Skylar

(Cole) Smith, Andrew Brannen, Chase (Keina) Peacock, Colby Thornton and Chance Thornton; 14 great-grandchildren, with one on

the way; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will

be in the Beulah Cemetery.

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PEACOCK, Dorothy Janell Bass Peacock

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 2 October 2018)

Dorothy Janell Bass Peacock, age 92, left this life peacefully on October 1, 2018 at Hospice House in Tallahassee, Florida. She

was born April 19, 1926 in Mulberry, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents, LeRoy and Mary Vernell Bass, her son

Robert Alan Peacock and her granddaughter Laura Janelle Peacock. She is survived by her loving husband John, her son Glenn

(Margie); her daughter Debbie (Lee) Norris; her daughter-in-law Daphine; four grandchildren, Michelle (Rut) Klein, Christopher

(Amanda) Norris, Justin (Korynne) Norris, Ryan (Jessica) Norris and eleven great-grandchildren. She loved the Lord and was a

member of Grace Presbyterian Church PCA in Madison, FL. Dorothy was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-

grandmother and friend. She was an excellent seamstress and enjoyed creating beautiful needlework. Much of her time was

spent preparing delicious dishes for her family. God blessed Dorothy with a long life for which her family is very grateful. A

memorial service will be held at Grace Presbyterian Church on Friday, October 5, 2018. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be

made to Hospice House, Grace Presbyterian Church or Laura Peacock Nursing Scholarship at North Florida Community College.

All arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home Madison in Madison, Florida.

PEACOCK, Edwin Peacock


Edwin Peacock, age 64, died suddenly Saturday (Jan. 9, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Waycross. He was a native of

Dodge County, but lived most of his life in Waycross. A 1970 graduate of Waycross High School, he retired from the Georgia

State Patrol as a license examiner after 25 years. After retirement, he was employed by Winge’s Bait and Tackle. He was the

son of the late William Edward Peacock and Doris Wynn Peacock. Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Connie McClelland

Peacock of Waycross; 1 daughter, Tori Rogers; his grandchildren, Hunter, Jessica and Dalaney Rogers, Autumn and Daniel

Smith; 1 brother, Timmie (Wendy) Peacock of Waycross; 1 sister, Diane Peacock of Conyers; 2 nieces, Blair and Sydney Peacock;

1 nephew, Stanley McClelland. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Greenlawn

Cemetery.

PEACOCK, Harvey Peacock

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, December 12, 1901)

County Judge Martin received notice Monday afternoon that the dead body of a negro was lying in a field on the Woodfield

place about two miles from town. In company with Marshal Dale and others the judge drove to the place indicated and there

found the body of an aged negro man lying in the corner of the fence. The body was poorly dressed but upon examination $4.50

in silver was found in the pockets. The closest inspection failed to show any wounds upon the body and the judge, in his capacity

as coroner, deemed a formal inquest unnecessary. Mandy Miller, a Negro woman living in the vicinity identified the body as that

of Harvey Peacock, who it is thought lived in Lowndes County, GA. It was ascertained that the man had stopped at a house in

the neighborhood on Friday, November 29th, and during that night had wandered off. It is supposed he got lost, being very old,

and lying down where his body was found, died from cold. No record was found of the burial

PEACOCK, Hazel Peacock


Hazel “Elaine” Peacock, age 60, of Waycross, died peacefully Saturday (Jan. 6, 2018) at Memorial University Medical Center in

Savannah following an extended illness. Born Aug. 5, 1957, in Waycross, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Hazel

Justice Peacock and lived most of her life in Waycross. She most recently affiliated with Waresboro Baptist Church. She loved

baking, crafting, was well known for her beautiful talent in crocheting and was affectionately known as “Aunt Laine.” In addition

to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Elbert Peacock Jr., a nephew, Kenneth Franklin Peacock, a

niece, Stephanie Peacock, a great-niece, Anniston Rose Lawhorne, and a brother-in-law, Chris Cottingham. Survivors include her

two sisters, Lisa (Wilson) Dunaway of Valdosta, and Karen (Duane) Pfaender of Waycross; three nieces, Crissy (Mike) Patterson

of Waycross, Stacy (Brad) Griffin of Blackshear, and Amy (Justin) Lawhorne of Las Vegas, NV; nine great-nieces and nephews,

Jadyn Roebuck, Madisyn Roebuck (who was also her best friend), Donnivin Patterson, Mykah Patterson and Mykaden Patterson,

all of Waycross, Thomas Griffin and Brandon Griffin, both of Blackshear, and Abigail Lawhorne and James Lawhorne, both of

Las Vegas, NV; and several other relatives. A graveside service will take place Wednesday at Greenlawn Cemetery in Waycross.

Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is serving the family.

PEACOCK, Hazel Justice Peacock


Hazel Justice Peacock, age 77, of Waycross, passed away Friday (July 31, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities

following an extended illness. Born April 1, 1938, in Brantley County, she was the daughter of the late Riley and Jessie

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Strickland Justice. She lived most of her life in Waycross and was retired as a preschool teacher from Southside Christian

School. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church. She loved the outdoors and will be remembered as a wonderful wife,

mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She was affectionately known by her grandchildren as “Granny Nanny.” In

addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Elbert Peacock Sr., her son, Kenneth Elbert

Peacock Jr., a grandson, Kenneth Franklin Peacock, a granddaughter, Stephanie Darlene Peacock, a great-granddaughter,

Anniston Rose Lawhorne, a sister, Tresser Giddens, three brothers, Dudley Justice, Doyle Justice and Donel Justice, and a son-

in-law, Chris Cottingham. Survivors include 3 daughters, Elaine Peacock of Waycross, Lisa (Wilson) Dunaway of Valdosta, Karen

(Duane) Pfaender of Waycross; 3 granddaughters, Crissy (Mike) Patterson of Waycross, Stacy (Brad) Griffin of Blackshear, and

Amy (Justin) Lawhorne of Navarre, FL; 7 great-grandchildren, Jadyn Roebuck, Madisyn Roebuck, Mykah Patterson and Mykaden

Patterson, all of Waycross, Thomas Griffin and Brandon Griffin, both of Blackshear, and Abigail Lawhorne, of Navarre, FL; 2

sisters, Margaret (Mac) McArthur and Blanch (Marshall) Peacock, all of Waycross; 1 brother, Daniel (Marie) Justice of Pelham;

several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Tuesday at Hart Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn

Cemetery in Waycross. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

PEACOCK, Jacqueline Harper Peacock


Jacqueline Harper Peacock, age 85, of Vero Beach, FL, passed away Friday (Dec. 26, 2014) at the VNA Hospice House. Born Dec.

12, 1929 in Waycross, she was a daughter of the late E. Franklin and Katie Conner Harper. She lived in Ormond Beach for 48

years before moving to Vero Beach three years ago. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded

in death by her husband of 52 years, Felton F. Peacock, as well as her first husband, James D. Courson, and a son, Gregory D.

Courson. Survivors include 1 son, Ted (Roxie) Courson, of Port Orange, FL; 1 daughter, Cathy (Henry) Erfurt, of Vero Beach, FL;

6 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Milton (Dottie) Harper, of Blackshear, and

Phillip Tucker Harper, of Waycross; 1 sister, Marcelia (V.J.) Lambert, of Andrews, SC; and several other relatives. A memorial

service will take place Saturday, Feb. 28, at Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear.

PEACOCK, James A. Peacock


James A. Peacock, age 80, died Sunday (Nov. 22, 2015) at Bayview Nursing Home in Nahunta following an extended illness. He

was a native of Pierce County where he lived for most of his life but made his home in Hoboken for the past three and a half

years. He was the son of the late Earlish Peacock and Grace Boyette Peacock. He served with the United States Army, was a

member of Alabaha Freewill Baptist Church and was a dairy farmer in Pierce County for many years before retiring. Survivors

include his wife of 34 years, Doris Peacock, of Hoboken; 3 step-daughters, Kathy (Bill) White of Hoboken, Kimberly (Wesley)

Dowling, and Kelly (Randy) Smith, both of Waycross; 4 grandchildren, Korey (Nancy) White, Valerie Rogers, Vanessa Dowling and

Parker White; 4 great-grandchildren, Carmen Rogers, Chloe Rogers, Kaitlyn White and Kacee White; 1 brother, Jerry (Judy)

Peacock of Blackshear; and nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorialization will be by cremation. Arrangements are with

Music Funeral Home.

PEACOCK, James Paul Peacock


BLACKSHEAR — James Paul Peacock, 72, died early Monday morning (Dec. 5, 2005) at the Satilla Regional Medical Center. A

native and life-long resident of Pierce County, he had worked as a salesman with the Standard Coffee Company. He was a

member of the Blackshear Church of God and was a son of the late Joseph Alvin and Mattie Godwin Peacock. He was also

preceded in death by his wife, Lawana Kent Peacock, who passed away August 12, 2005. Survivors include three daughters,

Diane (Carl) Perry of Blackshear, Gayle Melson of Stockbridge and Nancy (Randy) Tennyson of Thomaston; one son, Randy (Rene)

Peacock of Blackshear; three step-daughters, Donna Hill of Manor, Pamela Slaughter of Brunswick and Shannon Minchew of

Homerville; two step-sons, Mike Hill of Los Banos, Calif. and Gary (Joy) Hill of Augusta; eight grandchildren, Heather Wynn, Eric

Tennyson, Jason Tennyson, Nicole Goddin, Leslie Melson, Clint Melson, Jason Strickland and Justin Strickland; four great

bgrandchildren, Alana Tennyson, Cole Goddin, Caleb Goddin and Chance Goddin and several other relatives. A funeral will be held

Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Blackshear Church of God. Burial will be in the Blackshear Cemetery. Visitation will be held

Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online register at www.Pearson Treadwell.com. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in


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James M. Peacock, age 73, of Adel, GA passed away on Monday, October 28, 2013 at Louis Smith Memorial Hospital in Lakeland,

GA suddenly of an apparent heart attack. He was born on February 15, 1940 in Tift County, GA to Joe Elton and Eva Gibson

Peacock. He was a manager of a retail store and a member of Faith Ministries Church in Nashville, GA. His survivors include his

wife, Vivian Peacock of Adel, GA; 2 sons & daughters-in-law – Darren (Shelly) Peacock; Stephen (Ciera) Peacock all of Adel, GA;

6 grandchildren – Lauren Moran, Garrett Lanier, Anzleigh Peacock, Emily Peacock, Brayden Aldridge, and Rylee Aldridge; 1

great-granddaughter, Olivia Prue; and 2 brothers, Gene Peacock of Nashville, GA; and Joe Peacock of Thomasville, GA. Funeral

services will be Thursday, October 31, 2013 at the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services. Music Funeral Services of

Lakeland is serving the family.

PEACOCK, Jeanne Diane Peacock


BLACKSHEAR — Jeanne Diane Gilbert Peacock, 63, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday (Augu. 16, 2012) at Mayo Health

System in Waycross. Born in Manchester on July 7, 1949, she had lived in Pierce County most of her adult life. She was a

cosmetologist and had owned and operated Diane’s Beauty Shop for several years. She had also been a homemaker and caregiver

to her daughter, Tish. She was a member of Beulah Baptist Church and considered shopping one of her favorite pastimes. She

was a daughter of the late Billie M. Gilbert Sr. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Clinton Peacock Sr., and by

her step-father, Frank Steedley. Survivors include her daughter, Latisha Marie “Tish” Peacock, of Jesup; two sons and

daughters-in-law, Lewis Clinton “Clint” Jr. and Sherri Peacock, of Blackshear, and Kevin and Keisha Peacock, of Baxley; her

mother, Grace Waller Gilbert Steedley, of Waycross; her sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Michael Walker, of Waycross;

her brother, Bill Gilbert Jr., of Blackshear; her maternal grandmother, Iris Ross Waller, of Manchester; five grandchildren,

Trey Peacock, Maggie Peacock, Malarie Peacock, Bryce Peacock and Beau Grayson Peacock; and several nieces, nephews and

other relatives. A memorial service will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. at Beulah Baptist Church. The family will be receiving friends

at the funeral home this evening from 6 until 8. Memorialization is by cremation. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808

Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501 or to Easter Seals of South Georgia at www.southerngeorgia.easterseals.com Pearson-Dial

Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PEACOCK, John Harvey Peacock


John Harvey Peacock, age 91 passed away on January 8, 2019, in Tallahassee, FL. John was born August, 15, 1927 in Miami, FL to

Ola and Robert Peacock. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Dorothy, brother Everett, sister Myra, son Alan and

granddaughter Laura. John graduated from the University of Miami, in 1950 with a degree in business and worked as a bank

officer, chairman and chief financial officer of Time Financial Services, Inc. and Time Holdings of Milwaukee, WI. He served in

the United States Merchant Marines and the United States Army. He was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church. His last

years were spent caring for his wife Dorothy and spending time studying God’s word. John is survived by his son Glenn (Margie),

his daughter Debbie (Lee) Norris and his daughter-in-law Daphine. He has four grandchildren, Michelle (Rut) Klein, Christopher

(Amanda) Norris, Justin (Korynne) Norris, Ryan (Jessica) Norris and eleven great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held

at Ebenezer Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to Grace Presbyterian Church, 688 North Washington, Madison, FL or the

Laura Peacock Nursing Scholarship at North Florida Community College, 325 NW Turner Davis Drive Madison, FL 32340.

PEACOCK, John Wayne Peacock

(Abstracted from the 25 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

John Wayne Peacock, age 78, of Offerman, died Sunday (Oct. 23, 2016) at Hospice of the Golden Isles in Brunswick, following

an extended illness. Born Oct. 6, 1938 in Jacksonville, FL, he was a son of the late John Henry and Mildred Thornton Peacock.

He lived most of his life in Pierce County where he was self-employed as a truck driver, a carpenter and a mechanic. In addition

to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Marie Peacock, his sister, Jean Connell Ryan, and a

granddaughter-in-law, Stormy Corbitt. Survivors include 4 daughters, Beverly (Steve) Brickhouse of Elizabeth City, NC, Pam

(David) Harrell of Patterson, Tina (Scott) Corbitt of Brunswick, Kimberly (Anthony) Johnson of Blackshear; 8 grandchildren,

Kaitlin (Jessie) Steven of Hoboken, Ryan Porcelain of Destin, FL, Roman (Ashley) Harrell, of Midland City, AL, Eric Corbitt, of

Hortense, Candace and Jason Corbitt, both of Brunswick, and Kinsley and Kyle Johnson, both of Blackshear; 8 great-

grandchildren, Madi Boyett, MaKenzie Boyett and Ella Stevens, all of Hoboken, Hunter and Lexi Corbitt, both of Hortense, and

Brooklyn, Briana and Breely Harrell, all of Midland City, AL; the mother of his children, Shirley Peacock, of Offerman; and

several other relatives. A funeral will take place Wednesday at Hart Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Waters Cemetery.

PEACOCK, Johnny Burtrien Peacock


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Johnny Burtrien “Burt” Peacock, 64, of Mershon, died at his home Monday (May 13, 2013) after a short illness. He was a native

of Ware County who lived in Bacon County most of his life. He was the son of the late Johnny A. Peacock. He was a member of

Coffee Wesleyan Church, and he worked as a carpenter, building custom cabinets and furniture. Survivors include his mother,

Aleph Elaine Dixon Peacock, of Mershon; his wife of 43 years, Sandra Howell Peacock, of Mershon; a son, Timmy (Wendy)

Peacock, of Mershon; a daughter, Lynn (Ray) Moore, of Blackshear; a sister, Janice P. (Howard) Burnett, of Mershon; five

grandchildren, Lacey (Michael) Robson, Kearington Moore, Barrett Moore, all of Blackshear, Jaylen and Bailey Peacock, of

Mershon. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the chapel of Crosby Funeral Home. Interment will be in Friendship

Methodist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are with Crosby Funeral Home.

PEACOCK, Lillie Pearl Hadley Peacock

(Abstracted from 6 December 2016 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida)

Home going services will be held for Lillie Pearl Hadley Peacock on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2016 at Pineland Missionary Baptist

Church with burial to follow at Oakridge II Cemetery in Madison. Cooks and Cooper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PEACOCK, Margie Dixon Peacock

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing December 31, 2010)

Margie Dixon Peacock, age 71, died Saturday, December 25, 2010, in Valdosta, Ga. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m.,

Wednesday, January 5, 2010, at Beulah Baptist Church in Lee. She was born and raised in Waycross, Ga. She had moved to Lee

and was a homemaker and a member of Beulah Baptist Church, She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jack Peacock of Lee;

one son, Steven Allan Peacock of Toledo, OR; one daughter, Eva Marie VanSickle of Lee; two sisters, Ester Lee of Waycross, GA

and Geraldine Harrison of Virginia Beach, VA; and five grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Fannie Mae and

Barney Dixon.

PEACOCK, Marina Burnett Peacock


Marina Burnett Peacock passed away at home on October 15, 2012. She was born on August 28, 1911 in Mitchell County GA, the

daughter of the late Rev. Hezekiah Newton Burnett and Alice Mansfield Burnett. She came to Perry after her marriage to Dr.

W.H. Peacock who preceded her in death in 2003. Mrs. Peacock was a member of the First Baptist Church where she served

many years as a Sunday school teacher and was very active in the Women’s Missionary Union, Perry Women’s Club as past

president, and founding member of the Taylor County Historical Society. She is survived by five children, Betty Ann Hughes of

Macon, GA, Wilburn Hiram “Buddy” Peacock of Perry, FL, Ada Alice Wells of Tallahassee, FL, Elaine Herrington of Perry, FL and

Sharon Scott of Brunswick, GA, eleven grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. The graveside service will be held

October 17, 2012 at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her honor may be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan

Center Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32308 or to the First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1119, Perry, FL.

PEACOCK, Marvin Clarence Peacock, Jr.


MERSHON — Marvin Clarence “Bud” Peacock Jr., age 79, of Mershon, passed away Monday (Nov. 16, 2015) at his residence.

Born in Mershon, Dec. 14, 1935, he lived in Jacksonville, FL for many years before moving back to Mershon in the late ’90s. He

was the owner of M.C. Peacock Delivery Service in Jacksonville for several years. He was a member of Bristol Baptist Church

and enjoyed being there with his church family. He was a son of the late Marvin Clarence Peacock Sr. and Jewell Byrd Peacock.

Survivors include 2 sons and 1 daughter-in-law, Mike (Tracy) Peacock of Elkton, FL, and Richie Peacock of Mershon; 2 brothers,

George Peacock (Agnes Anderson) of Collins, and Joe (Glenda) Peacock of Mershon; and several nieces, nephews and other

relatives. The funeral will be Thursday at Bristol Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Bristol Cemetery. Pearson-Dial


PEACOCK, Mary Corbett Peacock


Mary Corbett Peacock, age 73, died at home under Hospice care after a brief illness. She was a native of Milton, FL, but lived in

Georgia most of her life. Born Feb. 11, 1942, she was the daughter of Comer J. and Alice M. Sweeney. She was a nurse and

worked at Baptist Village for 26 years prior to retirement. She was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil W. Peacock, and by

her parents, Comer and Alice Sweeney, two sisters, Trudy Settles and Louise Miller, and one brother, Carlton J. Sweeney. She

is survived by 1 daughter, Connie (Ricky) Taylor; 2 sons, Spud (Pamela) Corbett and C. Joe Corbett; five grandchildren,

Samantha (Wade) Mathison, Buck (Liza) Taylor, Allison Corbett, Candice (Gary) Mintier and Brittany Corbett; and 2 great-

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grandchildren, Tripp Mintier and Kayson O’Neal. Services will be Friday in the Music Funeral Home Chapel with a private burial

at Waresboro Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Satilla Hospice, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

PEACOCK, Nadine Baker Harris Peacock


HOBOKEN — Nadine Baker Harris Peacock, age 88, of Hoboken, passed away Friday morning (Dec. 11, 2015) at her residence

after a brief illness. Born in Nahunta, she was the daughter of George and Mary Magdalene Roberson Baker. She was also

preceded in death by her first husband, Silas Harris, her second husband, Loomis Peacock, two sisters, Myrtle Harris and

Pauline Mercier, and three brothers, Oden Baker, Mack Lee Baker and Leroy Baker. She worked for Swisher Cigar Factory for

many years. She enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest. Survivors include several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral

was to be held Monday at Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. Burial will follow in Hoboken Cemetery.

PEACOCK, Naomi Elizabeth Hodge Peacock


ALMA — A funeral for Naomi Elizabeth Hodge Peacock, 72, was held Monday morning at 11 at Beulah Baptist Church. Interment

was in the Beulah Cemetery. Active pallbearers were her grandchildren. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home was in charge of

arrangements.

PEACOCK, Opal Davis Peacock


Mrs. Opal Davis Peacock, age 88, of Douglas passed away Saturday, November 27, 2010, at Coffee Regional Medical Center,

following an extended illness. Mrs. Peacock, a longtime resident of Coffee County, was the daughter of the late Johnny Davis,

and the late Ione Carter Davis. She had worked with TG&Y as a Cashier. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies

Auxiliary. She was also preceded in death by one son, Denny Peacock, and three brothers, Johnny Davis, Jr., Collon Davis, and

Paul Davis. Mrs. Peacock attended the First Assembly of God Church. Survivors include her husband: W. B. “Boe” Peacock of

Douglas, GA; children: Jimmy (Lilly Mae) Peacock of Bluffton, SC, Brenda Snipes, Latraina (Judy) Peacock, Zelda Peacock Tabor

and Ricky (Lagina) Peacock all of Douglas, GA and Sandy (Fred) Smith of Broxton, GA; 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren

and 16 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral Services were Monday, November 29,

2010, at Chatterton Grove Holiness Baptist Church. The interment followed in the Chatterton Grove Cemetery. Ricketson


PEACOCK, Opie Pittman Peacock


Mrs. Opie Pittman Peacock, 93, of Blackshear died early Sunday (Dec. 4, 2005) morning at Baptist Village after an extended

illness. She was a native of Bacon County. She lived most of her life in Pierce County. She was preceded in death by her husband

of 63 years, Owen Roy Peacock, who passed away in 2004, and her parents, David S. Pittman and Susie Harrison Pittman. She

was a graduate of South Georgia College where she received her degree in music. She taught school in Bacon County before her

marriage. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was always civic-minded and was a noble member of the

Pierce County Homemaker Club for more than 50 years serving in many leadership positions. She was a popular judge for 4-H

contests and was an active member of the Pine Woman's Club and Blackshear Woman's Club, and she was a worker for the

annual Cancer Fund drives. She was a longtime active member of First United Methodist in Blackshear since 1946. She served as

secretary and treasurer of the Susannah Wesley Sunday School class for many years and of the Prime-Timers. She enjoyed

gardening, sewing and traveling. Her last 10 years were spent at Baptist Village in Waycross making new friends and enjoying a

different period of her life. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Raulerson (husband Dwight), of Blackshear, four

grandchildren, Rene' Williams (husband Mike), of Amelia Island, Fla., Lanier Raulerson (wife Jenifer), of Douglas, Michael

Raulerson (wife Kelly), of DeLand, Fla., and Chris Raulerson (wife Kim), of Waycross; eight great-grandchildren, Ashley, Kyle and

Chelsea Williams, of Amelia Island, Fla., Rebecca and Daniel Raulerson, of Douglas, Hunter Raulerson, of DeLand, Fla., and Drake

and Shayna Dryden, of Waycross; a sister, Phenna Wolfe, of Ducktown, Tenn.; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Blackshear City Cemetery.

Visitation will be held today from 7 until 9 p.m. at Smith Funeral Home in Blackshear. Online condolences may be expressed

online at www.smithfuneralhome.us Smith Funeral Home in Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PEACOCK, Robert Alan Peacock

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 25 July 2015)

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Madison: Robert Alan Peacock, age 61, passed away Saturday at Big Bend Hospice House, Tallahassee. Memorial service will be

Saturday, August 1, 2015 at Grace Presbyterian Church. Burial was at an earlier date. He lived in Madison since 1978 coming

from Palm Valley, FL and was a farmer. He was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife: Daphine

Eason Peacock of Madison; his parents: John and Dorothy Peacock of Madison; 1 brother: Glenn (Marjorie) Peacock of Madison; 1

sister: Debbie (Lee) Norris of Madison. Donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice or the building fund at Grace Presbyterian

Church, Madison, FL. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PEACOCK, Stokes Peacock


Stokes Peacock was in the rain Thursday and became chilled and died from the effect Friday. He was buried in the city

cemetery.


PEACOCK, Terrell Peacock

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, April 6, 1905)

Terrell Peacock died very suddenly last Thursday. He was one of our oldest citizens and esteemed to all who knew him. Six sons

and two daughters mourn his loss. He was buried in the city cemetery.


PEACOCK, Vincent Wesley Peacock


BLACKSHEAR — Vincent Wesley Peacock, 55, of Blackshear, died Monday (March 18, 2013) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice

House following an extended illness. He was born in Blackshear on July 17, 1957, a son of the late Wendell and Madeline

Roberson Peacock. He lived most of his life in Blackshear and Waycross and worked at Americana Tire in Blackshear until his

health forced him into retirement. He was a member of Alabaha Free Will Baptist Church. He is survived by his sister, Charlene

(Ramsey) Bennett, of Blackshear; two brothers, Larry (Sandy) Peacock, of Johnson City, TN, and Leonard (Cheryl) Peacock, of

Waycross; a nephew, Shawn King (fiancee Brittney Foreman), of Blackshear; one step-nephew, Wayne, of Waycross; three step-

nieces, Harley and Chloe, of Waycross, and Kelly, of Johnson City, TN; several aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. A

funeral will take place Thursday in the chapel of Hart Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Enon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,

donations may be made to Alabaha Free Will Baptist Church Building Fund, 4201 Alvin Walker Road, Blackshear, GA 31516,

Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, or Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501.

Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

PEACOCK, Vivian Lee T. Peacock


Vivian Lee Thornton Peacock, 64, of Alma, passed away early Thursday morning (July 26, 2012) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice

House following a lengthy illness. Born in Alma, July 13, 1948, she lived in Pierce and Bacon counties all of her life. She was

retired from Ware State Prison and attended Beulah Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading, shopping, traveling, listening to

music and keeping up with everyone on Facebook. She was the daughter of the late Roscoe and Margaret Lee Thornton. She was

also preceded in death by a sister, Wannie Lee. Survivors include her husband, Joseph Daniel “Joe” Peacock, of Alma; two

daughters and a son-in-law, Pam and Bryan Smith and Penny Peacock, all of Blackshear; a son, Michael Peacock, of Blackshear;

three sisters, Roxie (Billy) Goodman, of Ray City, Marie (Jerry) Tatum, of Alma, and Tammie Powell, of Charleston, SC; four

grandchildren, Brooke Smith, Tyler Peacock, Sydney Peacock and Josie Johnson; and several nieces, nephews and other

relatives. A funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock at Beulah Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Beulah

Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Employees of Ware State Prison are asked to

serve as honorary pallbearers and to meet at the church by 1:30p.m. Sunday. Pearson-Dial Home of Blackshear is in charge of

the arrangements.

PEACOCK, W. Virgil Peacock


W. Virgil Peacock, age 83, died Monday (Feb. 23, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an extended illness.

He was a native of Pierce, but lived most of his life in Ware County. He was born Sept. 19, 1931, son of the late Lewis J. Peacock

and Marie Raulerson Peacock. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Johnnie R. Peacock, a brother, Loomis Peacock,

and a grandson, Clint Funderburk. He retired in 1996 from the car department of CSX Railroad and previously worked many

years with Douglas Asphalt and Gibbs Construction Company. He was formerly vice-president of Delta Construction Company. He

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was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife, Mary C. Peacock, of Waycross; 1 daughter, Vickie (Kim) Barwick, of St.

Marys; 2 sons, Tommy (Montine) Peacock, of Midway, and Lewis (Cora) Peacock, of Fernandina Beach, FL; 8 grandchildren; 10

great-grandchildren; 2 step-sons, Alton (Pamela) Corbett, of Folkston, and C.J. Corbett, of Waynesville; 1 step-daughter, Connie

R. (Ricky) Taylor, of Folkston; 5 step-grandchildren; a brother, Ronald (Virginia) Peacock, of Patterson; and numerous nieces,

nephews and other relatives. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3011 Hampton Ave.,

Suite 361, Brunswick, GA 31520 (www.donate.cancer.org) or to the charity of one’s choice. Entombment will be in Greenlawn

Mausoleum. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PEACOCK, William Thomas Peacock

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 26 October 2018)

William "Buddy" Thomas Peacock, age 67, of Lakeland passed away Friday, October 26, 2018 at his residence surrounded by his

loving family. He was born in Lakeland, GA on February 14, 1951 to the late Rudolph and Mildred Exum Peacock. William retired

as a Metal fabricator and was a member of the Lakeland Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Elaine Peacock of Lakeland,

GA, daughter, Pam (Luther) Stone of Lakeland, GA; sons, Henry (Jennifer) Peacock of Douglas, GA, William (Robin) Peacock, Jr.

of Ray City, GA; sister, Shirley (Ricky) Pearson of Nashville, GA; grandchildren; Lauren (Brice) Harrell, Ryan, Rose, Gracie, Mina,

Daniel, Marah, Elaina, Cayden, Gabe, Willow; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Graveside services will be

Tuesday, October 30, 2018 in Vickers Cemetery, Berrien County. In Lieu of flowers the family requests that donations please

be made to the family for final expenses. The caring and compassionate staff of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving

the Peacock family.

PEACOCK, Willie B. Peacock

(Abstracted from the 21 February 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mr. Willie B. “Boe” Peacock, age 93, of Douglas, GA, passed away Friday, February 17, 2017, at Shady Acres Health and

Rehabilitation following an extended illness. Mr. Peacock, a native of Coffee County, was born July 2, 1923, to the late David

Argyle Peacock and the late Luvenia Sweat Peacock. Mr. Peacock, a native of Coffee County, was a retired farmer, carpenter

and roofer. Other than his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Opal Davis Peacock, one son, Denny Carl

Peacock, three grandsons, Ronnie Snipes, Freddie Snipes, Timothy Peacock and eight siblings. Survivors include 6

children: Jimmy (Lilly Mae) Peacock of Bluffton, SC, Brenda Snipes, Latraina (Judy) Peacock, Zelda Peacock Tabor and Ricky

(Lagina) Peacock all of Douglas, GA, and Sandy (Fred) Smith of Broxton, GA, two sisters: Maggie Hulett of Douglas, GA,

and Mary Kirkland of Auburndale, FL, three sisters-in-laws: Geneen Davis Lee of Alma, GA, Lillie Faye Davis Lee of Waycross,

GA, and Judy Davis Boyd of Nicholls, GA, one brother-in-law: Claude Davis of Nicholls, GA, 12 grandchildren, 23 great

grandchildren, 19 great-great grandchildren; three step-grandchildren and five step-great grandchildren; numerous nieces,

nephews and cousins. Funeral services were Sunday, February 19, 2017, at Chatterton Grove Holiness Baptist Church. The

interment followed in Chatterton Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PEAGLER, Betty Ruth Peagler


A funeral for Betty Ruth Peagler was held Tuesday morning at Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Carolyn Thrift

and the Rev. Rodney Thrift officiating. Active pallbearers were Jeffery Craven, Ricky Craven, Daniel Crawford, Charles Murray,

Alex Griffin and Will Kirton. Miles-Odum Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements

PEAGLER, George Dame Peagler, Jr.

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, September 30, 2009)

Mr. George Dame Peagler, Jr., 73, passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2009, at his residence. Mr. Peagler was born August

15, 1936, in Ware County, to the late George Dame Peagler, Sr. and Grace Cameron Bell Peagler. He worked in the Timber

Industry, and was a member and former trustee of the Homerville United Methodist Church, former member of the Lions Club,

a graduate of The University of Georgia, a member of the Alumni Association, and an avid Georgia Bulldog Fan. Mr. Peagler is

preceded in death by a sister, Mary Lula Pickren. Survivors are his wife, Gloria Dickinson Peagler of Homerville; two daughters

and sons-in-law, Pamela Peagler Abell and Jock Abell of Columbus, GA, and Holly Ann Peagler-Maul and Joshua Maul of Richmond

Hill, GA; three sons and daughters-in-law, George Dame III and Patty Peagler of Alpharetta, GA, Robert and Beth Peagler of

Valdosta and David and Maria Peagler of Jasper, GA; a sister and brother-in-law, Ann and Martin D. Gallagher of Torrance, CA;

a brother and sister-in-law, Harry Mallette and Mary Alice Peagler of Homerville; a brother-in-law, L. B. Pickren of St. Simons

Island, GA; 10 grandchildren, Thomas Abell and William Abell both of Columbus, Emily Peagler, George Dame Peagler IV, and

Grant Peagler all of Alpharetta, Hunter Blair Peagler, Hardy Dame Peagler and Robert Hamilton Peagler, all of Valdosta, Samuel

David Peagler and Zachary Edward Peagler, Jasper; and several other relatives. Services for Mr. Peagler were held Saturday,

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September 26, 2009, at the Homerville United Methodist Church. Interment was in Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral

Home is serving the Peagler family.

PEAGLER, Gloria Frances Dickinson Peagler


Mrs. Gloria Frances Dickinson Peagler, 74, passed away Monday, October 17, 2011, after an extended illness. She was preceded

in death by her husband George Dame Peagler, Jr. Mrs. Peagler was born February 27, 1937 in Thomasville, GA to the late

Edward Francis Dickinson and Frances Stephens Dickinson. She was a member of the Valdosta High School Class of 1955 and

had attended all their class reunions. She was a graduate of Valdosta State University with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in

history. Mrs. Peagler was an educator in the Clinch County High School for many years. She was a respected teacher who had

high expectations for all her students at CCHS. Throughout her career as an educator, she made a positive difference in the

lives of many students. During her tenure, she served as Social Studies Department Chair and CCHS Annual Sponsor. She was

also the faculty advisor to the Clinch Mock Trial Team for nine years. During that time, the Clinch team won six regional titles

and went to the State Mock Trial Competitions. Many of her students won individual awards as witnesses and attorneys, but all

learned how to think and express themselves on their feet, and all had a great time in the process. Mrs. Peagler was a loyal

supporter of the program and a source of inspiration and encouragement for all her students on the Mock Trial Teams. Mrs.

Peagler also taught innovative entrepreneurship when she incorporated a stock market competition in her history classes. After

retiring from teaching in June of 2001, Mrs. Peagler joined the Clinch County Retired Teachers Association. Many friends and

students will remember her as an avid reader. Her friends especially remember that she loved to play bridge and to meet with

friends at Red Hat functions. As a member of the local Library Board and the Regional Library Board in Waycross, Mrs. Peagler

served in many positions. Survivors are two daughters and a son-in-law, Pamela Peagler Abell and Jock Abell of Columbus, GA and

Holly Ann Peagler of Valdosta; three sons and daughters-in-law, George Dame “Chip” III and Patty Peagler of Alpharetta, GA,

Robert and Beth Peagler of Valdosta, and David and Maria Peagler of Jasper, GA; 10 grandchildren, Thomas Abell and William

Abell both of Columbus, Emily Peagler, George Dame “Chad” Peagler IV, and Grant Peagler all of Alpharetta, Hunter Blair

Peagler, Hardy Dame “Hank” Peagler and Robert Hamilton Peagler all of Valdosta, Samuel David Peagler and Zachary Edward

Peagler both of Jasper, and several other relatives. Services for Mrs. Peagler were held Friday, October 21, 2011, at the

Homerville United Methodist Church, her home church. Interment was in the Pine Forest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the

family requests donations in her memory are given towards the Building Fund of Homerville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box

145, Homerville, GA 31634. Roundtree Funeral Home served the Peagler family.

PEAGLER, P. Peagler


Virginia Pittman Peagler, 83, of Waycross, died Wednesday morning (March 7, 2007) at her residence after an extended illness.

She was born in the Hebardville Community of Billy's Island in the Okefenokee Swamp to the late John R. Pittman and Lucy Bell

Saunders Pittman. She lived most of her life in Waycross. She was a graduate of Georgia Baptist School of Nursing in Atlanta.

She served 30 years at Memorial Hospital where she worked in Nursing Administration. She was a member of Trinity United

Methodist Church, Azalea Garden Club, American Nurses Association and Georgia Nurses Association. In addition to her

parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry James Peagler Sr., two sisters, Margaret Ruth Price and Lucy Darden

Meador. Survivors include four children, Virginia Peagler, of Waycross, Henry James Peagler Jr., of Argyle, Barbara Jean

Johnson (Don), of Nicaragua, Calif., and Miriam "Mimi" Jon Peagler-Smith (Ben III), of Waycross; four grandchildren, Victoria

Leigh Lee, of Hoboken, Valori Johnson, of Augusta, Jacob Johnson, of Augusta, and Sarah Smith, of Waycross; five

greatgrandchildren, Hank Duncan, Georgia Lee, Susie Lee, Carrie Lee and Emma Smith; one brother- in-law, Frank Price, of

Waycross; one cousin, Bobby Saunders, of Thomasville; one faithful cat, Moses; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The

family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 to 8 at Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the

Mission Department of Trinity United Methodist Church, 1005 Church St., Waycross, Ga. 31501. Sympathy may be expressed

online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PEAGLER, Thomas P. Peagler Sr.


Thomas P. “Tom” Peagler Sr., age 75, died suddenly Wednesday (March 15, 2017) at his residence in Jamestown. He was a native

and lived most of his life in Ware County. A Manor High School graduate, he attended ABAC and pursued a degree in forestry.

After 38 years, he retired from BellSouth as an electronics technician. He served in the National Guard and was a member of

Grace Chapel. He was generally known as a “friend-to-all.” He will be remembered for his genuine kindness and mercy to the less

privileged. He leaves a legacy of volunteering for his community and serving as a “Good Samaritan.” He was preceded in death by

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his parents, Robert Peagler Jr. and Agnes McMillan Peagler, two brothers, Robert Peagler III and William Farrell Peagler Sr.,

and one sister, Lucy George Baker. Survivors include his wife, Diane Wilkinson Peagler of Waycross; five children, Thomas P.

(Jennifer) Peagler Sr. of Blackshear, John Robert Peagler of Waycross, James Eric Peagler of Waycross, Leah (John) Bolden

of Waycross, and Paul Peagler of Waycross; two step-children, Sean (Audra) Cason of Graham, TX, and Lana (Gabe) Rogers of

Waycross; 11 grandchildren, Parker Peagler, Henry Peagler, Anna Lewis, Allie Peagler, Mary Parker Deal, Laurel Mallette, Allie

Bolden, Emily Bolden, Amber Cason, Jaela Rogers and Gabby Rogers; two sisters, Jan Crown of Cordele, and Joelyn Towler of

Statesboro; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle

Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to South Georgia Potter’s House for Women, 129

Morris Drive, Alma, GA 31510.

PEAK, Alfred Peak

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, May 11, 1905)

Alfred Peak died last Tuesday and was buried by the S. M. B. He leaves a large family and many friends who mourn his loss.


PEAKE, Mary A. Peake


Mary A. Peake, wife of Beauregard Peake, died at her father’s home, Henry Freeman, January 29th. She leaves a husband, four

children, father, mother, brothers and sisters and a host of friends to mourn her death. The funeral was at the A. M. E.

Church of which she was a member.


PEARCE, Ellen Janet Pearce


Miss Ellen Janet Pearce, 23, of Lake City, sister of Mrs. T. J. Cox of this city, died last Tuesday morning in an Orlando hospital,

after a lengthy illness. Funeral services were conducted from the Advent Church Wednesday, July 22nd. Interment was in

Oaklawn Cemetery. Surviving Miss Pearce are her parents, Mr. and Mrs., Lonnie M. Pearce, two sisters, Mrs. T. J. Cox, Madison,

Miss Julia Pearce, Lake City, and one brother, Maurice Pearce, of Pensacola, and one nephew, Wayne Cox, of this city.

PEARCE, James E. Pearce

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida July 10, 2013)

Mr. James E. Pearce, age 84, of Cherry Lake, Florida, died Tuesday, July 9, 2013 in Madison. Funeral services will be held

Thursday, July 11, 2013 at Beggs Funeral Home with interment to follow in the Cherry Lake Baptist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers

donations may be made to Gideons International, PO Box 511 Lee FL 32059. He was born and raised in Jacksonville and moved

to Cherry Lake in 1953 where he began farming. He worked for a short time at Owens-Illinois in Clyattville and also worked for

Metal Products in Madison. He opened an auto repair and mechanics shop at his home where he and his son, Jimmy worked. He

was also the mechanic and overseer of the motor pool at Madison Correctional Institute. He was a member of the Madison

Masonic Lodge F. & A. M. and a Shriner, Madison Elks Lodge and Madison Fox Hunters Association. He was an avid hunter and

fisherman. He was a member of Harmony Baptist Church in Cherry Lake. He is survived by his wife, Pearlie Mae Pearce of

Cherry Lake, a son, Jimmy Pearce of Cherry Lake, a brother, Benny L. Pearce (Deanne) of Keystone Heights, 2 grandchildren,

Wendy Miller (Shawn) of Dillon, SC and Pearce Adams of Jacksonville, 2 great grandchildren, Finn Miller and Henry Miller.

PEARCE, Ronald Nelson Pearce


Ronald Nelson Pearce, age 83, of Winokur, passed away Monday (Aug. 4, 2014) at Bayview Nursing Home in Nahunta, following an

extended illness. Born in Youngsville, NC, he was the son of the late Darius Pearce and Belle Richards Pearce. He was also

preceded in death by four brothers, Milton Pearce, Staley Pearce, Clayton Lee Pearce and Kenneth Pearce. He was a member of

Riverside Chapel Baptist Church and he worked many years as maintenance supervisor for American Cyanamide Company. He

served 10 years in the United States Air Force. He loved fishing, gardening, raising cattle, outdoors, watching the Atlanta

Braves and he loved young people. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Janet Johns Pearce, of Folkston; a sister, La Rue

Pearce Richards, of Youngsville, NC; six sisters-in-law, Evelyn Pearce, of Louisburg, NC, Inez Pike, of Savannah, Mary Jean

Austin, of Ludowici, Betty Ruth Baker, of Savannah, Manda Lee Johns, of Folkston, Willie Maude Johns, of Folkston; a brother-

in-law, Lloyd Kahlich, of Savannah; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Thursday at Riverside

Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Riverside Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral

Home, Nahunta.

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PEARRE, Mr. A. L. Pearre

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, May 5, 1904)

At the residence of Mrs. T. L. Brinson, on last Saturday Mr. A. L. Pearre departed this life, aged about 53 years. Mr. Pearre

had been ill a long time but had only recently returned here from Ocala where he went some months ago. For a long time he was

a highly respected citizen of our town. His widow survives him together with several step-children – the Wade boys – to whom

he had been a faithful parent. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon the interment being in the city cemetery.

In the Madison County Cemetery listings for Oak Ridge Cemetery we find an Albert L. Pearre, born 20 Jan 1849, died 30 Apr

1904.

PEARSON, Alice Marie Gibbs Pearson

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard & June Spear)

Mrs. Alice Marie (Gibbs) Pearson, passed away Sunday February 2, 2014 at Atlanta Medical Center from injuries received in an

accident on December 30, 2013. Alice graduated from Lowndes County High School and Valdosta State College before entering

Grady School of Nursing where she received an RN degree. She worked as a pink lady, then as a nurse in several hospitals

including Smith Hospital, Clayton General Hospital, Spalding Regional Hospital and Upson Regional Medical Center. She loved

orchids and hummingbirds. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother (Nana). She took joy in caring for her family and

others. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. John Walker Gibbs, Jr. and Thelma Joiner Gibbs, and a brother, Jerry

Gibbs. Alice is survived by her husband of 43 years, Dwain Pearson; their 3 children and spouses, Robin (Jay) Graham of

Wilmington, NC, Kimberly (Scott) Morgan of Pearson, GA, and Kevin (Mandy) Pearson of Zebulon; grandchildren, Kayla, Austin

and Brandon Graham, Madison and Mason Morgan and Gabraella and Logan Pearson, sisters and brothers-in-law, Grace (John)

Hadden of Lakeland, FL and Margaret (Ernie) Hilton of Leesburg, GA; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be

held Wednesday, Feb. 5, in Pike County Assembly of God Church in Zebulon. Burial will follow in Fincher Memorial Cemetery.

Moody-Daniel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Zebulon, GA.

PEARSON, Bernard Sylvester Pearson


Bernard Sylvester Pearson, age 89, of Blackshear, passed away Sunday (May 20, 2018) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House.

Born in Patterson Oct.1, 1928, he was reared in Brantley County before returning to Pierce County in the mid-1960s where he

would remain until his passing. He was a U.S. Navy veteran having served during the Korean Conflict and had been the

owner/operator of Pearson-Dial Funeral Home for the last 52 years. He worked in Nahunta, Jesup, Jacksonville and then

Blackshear prior to opening up Clough-Pearson Funeral Home in December 1966. He was a member of First United Methodist

Church in Blackshear where he was a member of the Wesley Sunday school class. He was a member of the Nahunta Masonic

Lodge No. 391, an honorary member of the Blackshear Masonic Lodge No. 270, and a member of the Blackshear Rotary Club. He

enjoyed fishing in his younger days but his true hobby was his work. He was always smiling, loved a good joke and a good meal,

enjoyed taking naps, could shell pecans and peas like no one’s business and tried to be a friend to everyone. He will be forever

missed. He was the son of the late Eldon Samuel Pearson and Sarah Elizabeth Miller Pearson Manning. He was also preceded in

death by his step-father, Milton Manning, his wife, Betty Ann Johnson Treadwell Pearson, a step-sister, Virginia Bass, and a

step-brother, Don Manning. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Sharon and Mark Godwin of Blackshear, and Cindy

and George Oberschlake of Perry, FL; two sons and daughters-in-law, Marc and Wimberly Treadwell of Forsyth and Blake and

Dee Treadwell of Blackshear; a step-sister, Vivian Allen of Hickox; 12 grandchildren, Will and Amanda Oberschlake, Ed

Oberschlake, Thomas Treadwell, John Treadwell, Erica Treadwell, Alex Treadwell, Lance Treadwell, Audrey Dial, Pearson Dial,

Slade Godwin and Gannon Godwin; two great-grandchildren, Aidan Oberschlake and Kellan Oberschlake; a sister-in-law, Jean

Dixon of Blackshear; and several other relatives. The funeral will be Thursday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in

the Blackshear Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 811 Beacon St., Waycross, GA 31516,

the Southeast Cancer Unit, P.O. Box 2764, or to Blackshear First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 127, Blackshear, GA

31516. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PEARSON, Betty S. Pearson


Betty S. Pearson, age 65, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2010 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. She was born in Somerset,

KY to the late Bruce Anderson and Agnes Baston Anderson. Coming from Indiana she had lived in Perry for 34 years. She

impacted lives of dozens of children during 12 years of child care work. Mrs. Pearson enjoyed traveling, growing flowers,

reading, computer games, and playing with her granddaughters. Survived by her husband of 45 years, Larry W. Pearson of Perry,

FL, a son; Scott B.W. (Nicole) Pearson of Stafford, VA, a daughter; Larri Sue Pearson Johnson of Perry, FL, a sister; Florene

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Dickmeyer of Salem, IN, (4) granddaughters; Brittney Freeman, Isabelle Pearson, Grace Pearson and Cora Pearson. Graveside

services will be held at Indian Springs Cemetery on Thursday, January 14, 2010.

PEARSON, Clara Spriggs Pearson

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 18 February 2020)

Clara (Spriggs) Pearson passed away on February 18, 2020 in Valdosta, GA at the age of 99. She was born on November 26, 1920

in Buford, GA the third child born to the late George and Nancy (Cooper) Spriggs. Mrs. Clara was Baptist by faith. She was an

exceptional mother, having raised four children, and a devoted wife to her late husband, Roy Pearson. Clara also went her entire

life without driving a car! Along with her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her siblings: Mattie Lee Tomlinson

and Ernest Spriggs. Survivors include her son, Ernest Pearson of Naylor, GA; daughter, Shirley Sutton of Valdosta, GA; son and

daughter-in-law, Damon Pearson and wife, Connie of Lakeland, FL, son, Howard Pearson of Lakeland, GA; 9 grandchildren; 10

great grandchildren; brother and sisters, Bobby Spriggs, Glender Spriggs and Charlotte Spriggs all of Rome, GA; numerous

nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be at Music Funeral Services, Valdosta with burial to follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery.

PEARSON, Corine Hamilton Pearson


Corine Hamilton Pearson, age 85, of Douglas, GA formally of Berrien County, GA passed away Tuesday, January 29 2013 at

Coffee Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born on November 30, 1927 in Berrien County GA, to the late

Frank and Sara Hamilton. She was a loving house-wife and wonderful mother. She was preceded in death by her husband George

Bennett Pearson; daughter Barbara Gray and a son Gary Pearson. Her survivors include her daughter and son-in-law: Connie and

Wayne Warren of Lakeland GA; daughter and son-in-law: Judy G. and John Kight of Douglas GA; son; Billy Joe Pearson of

Douglas GA; son Ray Pearson of Tifton GA: daughter and son-in-law; Susan and Mark Wessendorf of Douglas GA; and numerous

grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be

held Friday, February 1, 2013 at the Okey Grove Primitive Baptist Church Nashville, GA, with burial in the Church Cemetery.

The family requested that in lieu of flowers donations can be made to Music Funeral Services to assist with funeral expenses.

Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is serving the family.

PEARSON, Dan Pearson


Dan Pearson, colored woman living at the foot of Cemetery Hill, died this week.

PEARSON, David Leland Pearson


David Leland Pearson, 96, of Gainesville, died Thursday, September 5, 2013 at Haven Hospice in Gainesville, FL. David was born

July 30, 1917 in Mayo, FL, to the late Norwood and Rosalean (Brown) Pearson. David was a member of Northwest Baptist Church

in Gainesville, FL. He is a former member of the Lafayette Health Club and a former member and Deacon of the Mayo Baptist

Church. He was a loving and devoted father who enjoyed spending time with his family. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting

and fishing. He is survived by 3 sons: Bob (Mona) Pearson, of Gainesville, FL; Dick (Sue) Pearson of Winter Park FL; and Jim

(June) Pearson of Richland's, NC; 1 daughter Fran (Reaves) Lukens of Gladwyne PA; and daughter-in-law Debbie Pearson; 2

sisters: Allie Lou Wimberly of Orlando and Myrtle Crafton of Ormond Beach, FL; 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren;

and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at Mayo

Baptist Church in Mayo. Interment will follow at Airline Baptist Church in Mayo. Memorial contributions can be made to Haven

Hospice 4900 N.W. 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL. 32606. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PEARSON, Donald Lewis Pearson


A memorial service celebrating the life of Donald Lewis Pearson, age 70, will be Saturday at New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.

He was born July 23, 1947 in Waycross to the late Albert Pearson and Maudell Rawls Brown. His early education was at Telmore

Consolidated School and Hazzard Hill Elementary School. He later attended Edison High School, Miami, FL, before volunteering

for the United States Army. Donald served four years in the Army as a paratrooper in the 103rd Airborne Division of the First

Calvary. After his service in the Army, he returned to Miami, FL, where he met and married Brenda A. Stephens in 1972. To this

union was born a daughter, Katanesha Nichole. He was employed for 18 years at Southern Bell Telecommunications Company as

an installer and later as an airport computer technician. After leaving Southern Bell, he returned to Waycross where he joined

his uncle Willie as an all-around ”Mr. Fix It.” He departed this life on Sunday night (Aug. 6, 2017) at Harborview Nursing Home

in Blackshear after an extended illness. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Brenda Pearson of Miami, FL, a daughter,

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Katanesha (Raleigh) Roberson of Dayton, Ohio, grandchildren, Ashleigh Roberson, Isaiah Roberson and Haleigh Roberson, all of

Dayton, OH, a great-grandchild, Anyah Gassaway, of Dayton, OH a brother, Lee Grant (Margaret) Pearson of Savannah, a sister,

Chiquitta Williams of Waycross, uncles, Willie Rawls, Oree Rawls both of Waycross, and George Pearson of Brunswick, aunts,

Bertha Dukes and Lillian Rawls, both of Waycross, and nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. The funeral cortege will

leave from the Rawls residence, 508 Reed St., Saturday. Fluker Funeral Home is serving the family.

PEARSON, Frances Pearson


Frances “Fran” Pearson, age 84, went to her heavenly home on Monday (March 20, 2017) at Satilla Care Center in Waycross

after an extended illness. Born Feb. 17, 1933 in Central African Republic, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Gust and Mabel

Moyer Pearson, missionaries to that country. She lived there with her parents until age 12, when she returned to the states for

her education. She attended high school at Wheaton Academy, Wheaton, IL, the nursing program at Lutheran General Hospital,

Chicago, IL, and the University of Omaha for her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. Her nursing career took her to several

states and Africa. In 1992, she returned to Africa as a missionary nurse, working in Mozambique and South Africa for three

and a half years. She returned again to Africa in 1999 for six weeks, opening a medical clinic in the Sudan. She was a resident of

Waycross since 1996, moving here from Fort Wayne, IN. She is survived by several cousins. A memorial service will be Saturday

at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Memorialization is by cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to

Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

PEARSON, Fred Lamar Pearson

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 22 November 2015)

Fred Lamar Pearson, age 76, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at the Presbyterian Home in Quitman,

GA. He was born on November 6, 1939 in Nashville, GA to Fred Lamar Pearson, Sr. and Mattie Odessa (Raper) Pearson. He was a

Professor of History for many years at Valdosta State University. Dr. Pearson was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity.

He was a Mason of the 33rd Degree and an editor of Masonic Messanger for over 32 years. In addition, he was also a Scottish

Rite, a Shriner, an Elk, was in South Africa & Brazil with Rotary Masonic Lodge and a member of the St. John Baptist Lodge.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Nancy Lynn (Page) Pearson and a grandson Sean Halen.

His survivors include daughter & son-in-law, Jennifer (Gregory) Halen of Florence, AL; son & daughter-in-law, Sam (Ann) Pearson

of Jacksonville, FL; daughter & son-in-law, Kathy (Edwin) Brunot of Valdosta, GA; grandsons, Richard Halen of Florence, AL,

Seth Pearson and Jared Pearson of Jacksonville, FL; granddaughter, Grace Pearson of Jacksonville, FL, granddaughter, Ann

Brunot and grandson, Alex Brunot of Valdosta, GA Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 25, 2015 in the Valdosta

Chapel of Music Funeral Services with a private burial in Riverview Memorial Gardens. The family requests that in lieu of

flowers please make donations to either St. Jude Children's Research Hospital – Phone number 1 (800) 822-6344, located at

262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to Autisim Speaks – Phone Number (770) 451-0570, located at 900 Circle 75

Parkway, Suite 445, Atlanta, GA 30339.

PEARSON, Gussie Lee Dowling Pearson

(Abstracted from the October 20, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

The gates of Heaven were opened wide welcoming Gussie Lee Dowling Pearson, age 78, of Hoboken, home Friday (Oct. 17, 2014)

at the Southeast Georgia Health System (Camden campus) following a battle with cancer. From Sept. 16 until Friday, she had

been a resident of the Senior Care Center Nursing Home in St. Marys. Born in Fort Mudge near Waycross on June 8, 1936, she

lived in Brantley County all of her life. She was a 1954 graduate of Wacona High School and worked at sewing factories in Jesup

and Waycross during the 1970s. She also worked on the family farm, but her true calling was being a loving caregiver to anyone

who needed it. Always taking care of someone, she still found time to enjoy reading, gardening, fishing and occasionally gambling

with the three — sometimes four — musketeers (you all know who you are!). She was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church

and will be greatly missed by her family whom she loved so much. She was a daughter of the late Darling Edward “Bud” and

Maryann Brooker Dowling. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Everett “Bud” Pearson, a daughter, Mary

Elizabeth Pearson, a stillborn son, Ricky Pearson, and a brother, Jimmy “Carl” Dowling. Survivors include her daughter and son-

in-law, Shelia (Thomas W.) Vickers Jr. (her partner in crime!), of Hoboken; 2 granddaughters, Erin Elizabeth Vickers (Josh) Lee,

of Kingsland, and Ana Leigh Vickers, of Hoboken; a great-,granddaughter, Elizabeth Grace (the apple of her eye); a sister, Edna

(Donnie) Sylvester, of Kingsland; 2 brothers, J. D. Dowling and Joe Dowling, both of Kingsland; 2 sisters-in-law, Betty Jean

Dowling, of Woodbine, and Sally Pearson of Hoboken; 2 brothers-in-law, David A. Pearson, of San Antonio, TX, and Gene Turner,

of Savannah; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Okefenokee EMS

Inc., 611 Riverside Drive, Waycross, GA 31501. The family is receiving friends at the home of her sister-in-law, Sally Pearson, at

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5587 Highway 82, Hoboken. The funeral will be Monday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the High Bluff

Cemetery.

PEARSON, Harry L. Pearson


Harry L. Pearson, 80, of Hortense, passed away Monday (Sept. 16, 2013) at his residence. Born Aug. 2, 1933, in Brantley County,

he was the son of Nathaniel Osborn and Nora Lee Campbell Pearson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Florence Lane

Pearson, his sister, Louise O’Berry, and two brothers, Clifford Pearson and Hubert Pearson. He was retired from Hercules Inc.

He served in the United States Navy, and was an avid fisherman, loved the outdoors and farming. Survivors include 2 daughters

and sons-in-law, Diann Clark (Rick), of Brunswick, and Elaine Mosley (Dennis), of Hortense; 4 grandchildren, Olivia Clark, James

Clark, Lawton Mosley and Zachary Mosley; 2 sisters, Shirley Crews, of Folkston, and Sandra Causey, of Hortense; and numerous

nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be held Friday at Lane Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye

Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PEARSON, Helen Glean Pearson

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder, Madison, Florida, April 11, 2014)

Helen Glean Pearson was born on July 7, 1939. She was called home on April 6, 2014 surrounded by family and friends. Funeral

services will be Saturday, April 12, at New Life Christian International Ministries. Cooks and Coopers Funeral Home is in charge

of arrangements.

PEARSON, James Pearson Sr.


ALMA — James Pearson Sr., 44, of Alma died Monday (Oct. 24, 2005) afternoon from injuries sustained in an automobile

accident. He was a native of Broward County, Fla., who lived in this area since 1971. Survivors include his wife, Delama Taylor

Pearson, of Alma; his parents, Lowell Pearson Jr. and Dell (Tootsie) Dixon Pearson, of Blackshear; three sons, James L. Pearson

Jr., of Williamstown, Ky., and Jesse Pearson and Shaun N. Capps, both of Alma; one brother, Steven Pearson, of Blackshear; one

sister, Karen Mattox, of Blackshear; one granddaughter, Nicole Capps, of Alma; also several nieces and nephews survive. A

funeral will be held Thursday morning at 11 at the Chapel of Crosby Funeral Home with the Rev. Ronnie Howell and the Rev. Pet

Hayes officiating. A eulogy will be given by Randy Waters. Burial will follow in Elizabeth Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive

friends at the funeral home tonight between the hours of 6 to 9. Active pallbearers will be Randy Waters, Marty Taylor, Mikell

Lovell, Joey Walker, David Davis and Franklin Dixon. Honorary pallbearers will be employees of Boatright Trucking. Crosby

Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

PEARSON, James Alvin Pearson


James Alvin Pearson, age 86, of Blackshear, died Saturday (Sept. 10, 2015) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House following an

extended illness. Born Aug. 16, 1929, in Meriwether County, he was a son of the late John Lowell and Bertha Thrift Pearson. He

grew up in the Warm Springs area before moving to Blackshear when he was 16 years old. He was a farmer and was a former

manager of Pierce Trading Company Feed and Seed. He also served as a school bus driver with the Pierce County School System

and worked with King Edward Cigar. He was a longtime member of Beulah Baptist Church where he attended the Senior Adult

Sunday School Class. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nella Faye Peacock Pearson, his sister,

Louise Richburg, and his brothers, Junior Pearson, N. B. Walden and Virgil Walden. Survivors include his 2 daughters, Linda (D.

R.) Sapp and Sharon (Larry) Roberson all of Blackshear; a special niece, Sue Meeks of Madison, TN; 4 grandchildren, Brad

(Heidi) Sapp of Hollywood, SC, Brent (Heather) Sapp of Winston Salem, NC, Lauren Roberson (Casey) Klein of Franklin, TN, and

Zach Roberson, of Blackshear; four great-grandchildren, Garrett and Ethan James Sapp, both of Winston Salem, NC, and

Caroline and Madelyn Sapp, both of Hollywood, SC; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. A funeral will take

place Tuesday at Beulah Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Beulah Baptist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests

donations be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge

of arrangements.

PEARSON, James Otis Pearson

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 14 May 2019)

James Otis Pearson, age 83, of Thomasville, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at Magnolia Manor in Moultrie, GA. Funeral

Services will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. Mr. Pearson was born in Shannon, GA to the late John Gordon Pearson,

Sr. & Orvlee Clontz Pearson on June 12, 1935. He married Marjory Nell McKinney Pearson on July 2, 1974, they were married 45

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years. He was self-employed as the owner of J.O. Cabinet Shop and was a Master Craftsman at Bracey Lumber Company. He was

a member of the U.S. Army National Guard and attended Harvest Temple Church of God in Thomasville. Survivors include: his

wife, Marjory N. Pearson of Thomasville, GA, daughters, Janice Gessner of Charleston, SC, Esther Marshburn of Cairo, GA,

Denise Pearson of Charleston, SC, son, Jonas Wade of Charleston, SC, daughter, Jenifer Marie Bowman of Charlotte, NC, son,

Keven Sculley of Monticello, FL, daughter, Kimberly Kvistad of Tifton, GA, grandchildren, Aaron Lykins, Jamie Marshburn,

Heather Faas, Sharon Goeway, James Otis Pearson, Brandi Shay, Amanda Brown, Jonathan Brown, Raynor Kvistad, Shelby

Smith, and 25 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by, a sister, Louise Kornegay, and brothers, John Pearson & Cecil

Pearson.

PEARSON, Jean W. Pearson


Mrs. Jean W. Pearson, 77, of Eridu, passed away Saturday March 14, 2009 at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs.

Pearson was a native of Taylor County and returned in 2004 from Georgia where she had lived since 1952. She was a member of

the Lake Bird Methodist Church. Mrs. Pearson worked as a Paraprofessional Teaching Assistant in Richmond Hill, GA for 10

years. In her spare time she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and keeping in touch with family. Mrs. Pearson is survived by her

husband of 57 years, Tom Pearson Jr., of Eridu, 1 son, David (Sue) Wade, of Panama City, FL, 1 daughter, Linda (Gene) Ashley, of

Richmond Hill, GA, 2 brothers, Talmadge W. “Buddy” Whiddon, of Climax, GA, and Robert D. “Bob” (Tommie) Whiddon, of Lake

Bird, FL, 3 sisters, Wanda (Jack) Bodiford, of Athena, FL, Frances English, of Eridu, FL, Dahlia (Ralph) Blue, of Perry, 4

grandchildren, Ryan and Eric Ashley, Wesley Wade, and Dee Brown, 1 great-grandchild, Michael Brown, and a host of nieces,

nephews, and other relatives. Graveside services for Mrs. Pearson will be Monday March 16, 2009 in Lake Bird Methodist

Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lake Bird Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, C/O Yvonne

Read, 3735 Preston Sheffield Rd., Perry, FL 32347. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PEARSON, Joe Pearson


Joe Pearson, colored man living on the F. A. Hardee tobacco place, died Monday, following a stroke of paralysis which he

suffered a few days earlier. He was a former soldier in the World War. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon.

PEARSON, John Franklin Pearson


John Franklin Pearson, age 50, died Saturday (Oct. 4, 2014) at his residence in Waycross, GA after an extended illness. He was

a native of Exeter, Ontario, but he lived most of his life in Bellingham, WA. He was formerly employed by Haggen Pharmacy in

Bellingham, WA, and Rite Aid Pharmacy in Blackshear. He was affiliated with the Catholic faith. Survivors include his wife, Nora

Christen Booth Pearson, of Fleming Island, FL; 1 son, Benjamin Pearson, of Fleming Island, FL; 1 step-daughter, Drew Pearson, of

Washington state; his parents, Arthur and Gertrude O’Reilly Pearson, of Abbottsford, British Columbia, Canada; 2 brothers,

Grant Pearson, of Chandler, AZ, and Michael Pearson, of Abbottsford, British Columbia, Canada; several nieces and nephews.

Memorialization is by cremation. Music Funeral Home of Waycross is in charge of arrangements.

PEARSON, Margaret Kathleen Searson Pearson


Margaret Kathleen Searson Pearson, age 67, of Blackshear, passed away Wednesday (Feb. 1, 2017) at her residence. Born in

Beaufort, SC Jan. 17, 1950, she lived in Blackshear since 1990. She worked as a CNA and also worked in sales for J.C. Penney.

She loved music, dancing, people and talking. She never met a stranger and was affectionately known as VW Maggie. She was a

member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a

daughter of the late James Cornwell and Gladys Johnson Searson. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Jimmy Searson.

Survivors include her husband of 32 years, Bobby Pearson, of Blackshear; 1 daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and James Tennison

of Waynesville; 3 sons, Ricky Haenelt of Seattle, WA, Tony Pearson of Blackshear, and Kenneth Pearson of Waynesville; 1 sister

and brother-in-law, Cheryl and Curtis Chapman of Beaufort; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Carol Searson of Weeki

Wachee, FL; a brother-in-law, Harold and Amelia Pearson of Blackshear; 6 grandchildren, Joey Pearson, Kenneth (Linda)

Tennison, Chance Pearson, Tyler Tennison, Kimber Pearson and Brandon Tennison; 1 great-grandchild on the way, Brayden Evan

James Tennison; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel.

Interment will be in the Laura Chapel Cemetery. Memorials may be made to either Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way,

Waycross, GA 31501 or to the Southeast Cancer Unit, P.O. Box 2764, Waycross, GA 31502.

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On December 18, 1918 in Hahira, GA, the late Robert J. Lucas, Sr. and the late Essie Mae Lucas was blessed with a beautiful

baby girl from the Lord. With much thought, they named her Odella Lucas. She attended the Lowndes County School System

and was a graduate of Dasher High School. Having a love for children, Odella continued her education and attended Fort Valley

College and received a degree in Elementary Education. Afterwards, she moved to Cleveland, OH and attended Cuyahoga

University and received an advanced degree in education. Odella dedicated her life to working with children and spent over 80

years in education. Odella Lucas became a mature and kind beautiful young lady who met and later became the wife of Richard

Allen. To this union was one child born who they named Joyce Allen. After several years of being a widow, she later married Carl

Pearson. Odella loved her family and was faithful to serving them in the spirit of grace and care. As a woman of virtue, Mother

Pearson walked with the Lord and knew where all of her help came from. Her spiritual journey was a testimony to all and

encouragement to her church family and the children she served. Being a member of Williams Temple Church of God in Christ,

Cleveland, OH, Mother Pearson served the ministry for over 50 years. She faithful gave herself to ushering and was also a

Mother in the church. Her soft-spoken voice and kindness was healing to the soul. On Friday, February 28th, 2010, the Lord

gently called Odella to eternal rest from her labor on earth. In addition to her parents, Mother Pearson is preceded in death by

her first husband: Mr. Richard Allen and her second husband: Mr. Carl Pearson; her daughter: Joyce Allen; three sisters: Ora

Bell Reynolds, Robbie Dumas, and Lila Brown; and six brothers: Robert Lucas, Jr, Edward Lucas, Mark O. Lucas, Luther Otis

Lucas, Ivory Lucas, Sr. and Curtis Lucas. Mother Pearson leaves to cherish her memories and to celebrate her life, two

grandchildren: Martel Malone and Talena Harris of Cleveland, OH, four brothers: Mayo Lucas, Clifford Lucas (Margie), Arney

Lucas Sr. (Christine) of Hahira, GA, and Lawrence Lucas, Sr. (LaTanya), Seattle, WA; one great-grandchild: Alaina Malone,

Cleveland, OH; two additional sisters-n-law: Charlotte Lucas, and Martha Lucas; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. The

Celebration of Life for the late Mother Odella Lucas-Pearson will be at St. Paul A.M.E. Church, 419 S. Ashley Street, Valdosta,

GA. Interment, Lucas Brothers Memorial Garden, 3827 Lucas Richardson Road, Hahira, GA. Personal and professional services

provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

PEARSON, Oliver Pearson


Oliver Pearson, well known colored man of this county, died here last Friday afternoon.

PEARSON, Robert Harrell Pearson


Robert Harrell Pearson, 81, died peacefully Wednesday (Dec. 2, 2015) at his residence in Waycross. He was born in Jacksonville,

FL, but resided in Daytona Beach, FL, most of his life before moving to Waycross several years ago. He attended the University

of Florida before joining the United States Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was an elevator mechanic for Otis Elevator

and Shendler Elevator. He was a member of Kettle Creek Church of Waycross. He was a son of the late Lawrence Pearson and

Roby Shuman Pearson. He is survived by his son, David Alan (Lucy) Pearson of South Daytona Beach, FL; and a granddaughter,

Bethany Pearson, of Holly Hill, FL. A funeral will be Saturday at Kettle Creek Church. A graveside service will be Monday at

Greenwood Cemetery in Daytona Beach, FL.

PEARSON, Rosa Mae Pearson


A celebration of life service for Rosa Mae Pearson, age 57, of Folkston, will be held Saturday at Mt. High Holiness Church in

Folkston. She was born Oct. 29, 1957, in Ashburn (Turner County) to the late Rufus Oliver and Cora Hill Oliver. She grew up in

Folkston where she received her formal education from the Charlton County Public School System. She accepted Christ as her

person Savior and was a member of Mt. High Holiness Church. She worked and retired from the Federal Aviation Administration

(Air Traffic Control Center) in Hilliard, FL. She departed this life Saturday (Jan.10, 2015) at Southeast Georgia Health System,

Brunswick, after an illness. Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Tommie Oliver and Roslyn Oliver, both of

Folkston; 4 grandchildren including one she raised, Teavaris Maxwell, of Folkston; sisters, Louise (John Jr.) Harvey of Folkston,

and Loucella Stone, of Atlanta; brothers, Johnny Oliver, of Atlanta, John F. Oliver, of Brunswick, Clarence Oliver, Ben Oliver

and Larry Oliver, all of Orlando, FL; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted

to Fluker Funeral Home of Waycross.

PEARSON, Tommy R. Pearson Sr.


HOMERVILLE, Tommy Ruffian Pearson Sr., 65, passed away Sunday (July 29, 2007) surrounded by his loving family following a

short fight with cancer. He was born Oct. 3, 1941, in Bradenton, Fla., to the late James Ruffian Pearson and Nellie Albritton

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Pearson. He was a heavy equipment operator and a member of the Place of Blessings Church of God, of Argyle. He loved playing

the guitar and always had a big smile and hug for everyone he met. Survivors include his wife, Sandra Gibson Pearson, of

Homerville; three daughters, Tammy Mathews, of Las Vegas, Nev., Pam Taft and Deanna Pearson, both of Homerville; three

sons, Tommy Pearson Jr. and D.J. Pearson, both of Cartersville, and Rick Pearson, of Homerville; four sisters, Leona Hornbuckle

and Lois Pearson, both of Lakeland, Fla., Jeanice Thomas, of Argyle, and Terry Jackson, of Tampa, Fla.; 17 grandchildren; seven

greatgrandchildren; and several other relatives. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Place of Blessings Church of

God, of Argyle. Burial will be in the Shiloh Church Cemetery. The body will remain at the funeral home where the family will

receive friends tonight from 7 to 9. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at

www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home of Homerville is serving the Pearson Family.

PEARSON, William Austin Pearson Jr.


SAVANNAH — William Austin “Bill” Pearson Jr., age 86, of Savannah, passed away Tuesday (Dec. 8, 2015) at Hospice of

Savannah. Born in Screven, March 10, 1929, he lived in Waycross for many years before moving to Savannah eight years ago. He

was a U.S. Air Force veteran having served during the Korean Conflict and was retired from The Jones Company where he

worked as a supervisor. He was a member of Savannah Christian Church. His parents were the late William Austin Sr. and Eula

Annie Morgan Pearson. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Juanita Goldman, and by both of his brothers, Thomas

Pearson and Harry Pearson. Survivors include his wife, Maxine Canady Pearson of Savannah; 1 daughter, Theresa Diane (Michael)

Henry of Waycross; 2 step-daughters, Sandra (Larry) White and Sharon (Clay) Taglioli all of Savannah; 3 step-sons, Mitchell

Edenfield and Randy Edenfield both of Savannah, and Wayne (Jude) Edenfield, of Elkin, NC; 11 grandchildren, Mande (Chase)

Capps, Colby (Sara) Cox, Jack Harmon, Jason Harmon, Brandi Duke, Jeremey Duke, Farrah Bates, Cody Edenfield, Travis

Edenfield, Kaycee Marks and Jessica Daniel; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The

funeral will be Saturday in the Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear. Entombment will be in the Screven Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.

PEARSON, William Chastain Pearson


William Chastain “Chase” Pearson, age 20, died suddenly Saturday (March 29, 2014) in Denmark, S.C. He was a native of Duval

County, FL, and a former resident of Ware County. He attended Celebration High School in Celebration, FL, and was an

electrical engineering student of Denmark Technical College in Denmark, SC. He was a shipping supervisor with the Masonite

Door Company in Denmark. Survivors include his father, William Scott Pearson, of Waycross; his mother, Allison Morroco

Pearson, of St. Augustine, FL; a brother, Chandler Scott Pearson, of Celebration, FL; his paternal grandfather, Jerry Pearson,

of Waycross; his paternal grandmother, Francis Boyce, of New Port Richey, FL; his maternal grandparents, Fran and Zippy

Morroco, of Athens; and numerous other relatives. A funeral will be held Wednesday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in

Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PEAVY, Billie Jo Peavy

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 6 May 2016)

Billie Jo Peavy, age 44 of Lakeland, GA passed away Friday May 6, 2016 at South Georgia Medical Center, Lanier Campus. She

was born on March 17, 1972 in Hahira, GA to William Perry Conger and Linda Irene Dean. She was a customer service

representative for a contact center with EleadOne. Along with her parents Linda and William she was preceded in death by a

sister, Lisa Marie Purvis; and a granddaughter, Adalin Grace Bridges. Survivors include 1 daughter, Bethany Mickayla Peavy of

Valdosta, GA; sons, Reed Sharp and Chance Sharp both of Valdosta, GA; her father, John W. Sirmans of Glenwood. GA; 1

brother, Sonny Sirmans of Glenwood, GA; 2 sisters, Rebecca Evers of Cordele, GA; Crystal Lamb of Albany, GA; 2

grandchildren: Devin Bridges and Erica Taylor; 3 brothers-in-law, Shaun Purvis of Byromville, GA, Marcus Lamb of Albany, GA,

Shane Evers of Cordele, GA and 1 sister-in-law, Christy Sirmans of Glenwood, GA. As per her wishes she will be cremated and a

memorial service will be held Saturday, May 14, 2016 at Mt Vernon Baptist Church in Lilly, GA. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland

is serving the Peavy family.

PEAVY, Carl Herbert

(Abstracted by misc sources)

PEAVY, Carl Herbert "PEAVINE", 82, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012 at Deltona Health Care. He was loved

and will be missed by all who crossed paths with him. Carl was a fourth generation Floridian who was born Oct. 20, 1929 in

Lawtey, FL to his parents Earnest and Leila Brown Peavy. He was a star football player and captain for the Ocoee Cardinals in

1949. From there he enlisted with the U. S. Navy Reserves and served in the Korean conflict. As an entrepreneur, he owned and

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operated a corner grocery store, Peavy & Sons Poultry plant, and Dixie Land Pride Seafood. Carl was passionate about gardening

and spending time with his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. On Jan. 6, 1950 he married the love of his life,

Marion Jeanette Powell; she preceded him in death. They were married 42 years and together they had four children. He is

survived by his son and daughter in-law, Ronnie and Ouida Peavy (Altoona, FL); daughter and son in-law, Nancy and Steve

Spencer (Clermont, FL); daughter and son in-law, Wanda and David Phillips (Longwood, FL); and son and daughter in-law, Byron

and Catherine Peavy (Orange City, FL). He leaves behind many grandchildren; Lisa Vees, Ronnie Peavy II, Shanan Spencer,

Joshua Phillips, Tyler Peavy, Jacquelyn Phillips, Cory Spencer, Beth Phillips, Courtney Peavy, Mimi Phillips, and William Silas

Peavy. Great-grandchildren include Sarah Rushing, Sebastian Koro, Seth Hughes, Wyatt Peavy, Kayla Peavy, Kaelynn Peavy,

Alexis Phillips, and Andrea Phillips. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, Jan., 27, 2012 with a viewing from 1 to 2 PM and

services at 2 PM. The family will receive friends at the viewing on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012 from 6 to 9 PM both at Baldwin-

Fairchild Winter Garden Chapel, 428 E. Plant St., Winter Garden, FL. Grave side service will follow at Greenwood Cemetery,

Orlando, FL. The family would like to share their appreciation to the staff and nurses at Deltona Health Care, the Chaplin and

nurses from Hospice; who loved and genuinely cared for Carl. We will be forever grateful. Carl will be missed by his family and

friends but he will not be forgotten. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ocoee Bulldogs, Pop Warner football.

PEAVY, Edwina Bunting Peavy

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 24, 1971)

Edwina Bunting Peavy, age 60, died Monday September 20 from injuries received in an auto accident. She was born in Madison,

the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Knox Bunting. She was the owner and operator of Edwina’s Beauty Shop in Madison for

many years. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors are her husband, Otis Peavy of Madison; 1 daughter, Mrs.

Princess Roebuck of Madison and 6 grandchildren. Services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak

Ridge Cemetery.

PEAVY, Joe C. Peavy


Joe C. Peavy, age 84, former Sheriff of Madison County Florida, died Saturday November 19, 2016, at his home in Madison

Florida. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at First Baptist Church Madison, FL with burial to follow at

Cherry Lake First Baptist Church Cemetery. He is survived by his wife Suzanne Burnett Peavy of Madison, FL; 2 sons, Robin

(Lei) Peavy of Huntsville AL, and Opie (Paige) Peavy of Madison, FL; 3 daughters, Pam (Henry) Teal of Panama City Beach, FL,

Kimberly Ann Pridgeon of Valdosta, GA, and Betsy (Cole) Craven of Valdosta, GA, 1 brother, Camp (Nancy) Peavy of Tallahassee,

FL; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison Florida is serving the family.

PEAVY, Judge James E. Peavy


Judge James Edwin Peavy, 86, died Tuesday (March 14, 2006) at Baptist Village following an extended illness. He was born in

Randolph County March 22, 1920. He was the son of the late John McKenzie Peavy and Addie Belle Peak Peavy. He was preceded

in death by two brothers, Donald Peavy and Hubert Peavy, one sister, Eloise Greene, and one brother-in-law, Dr. O.C. Greene. He

attended Cuthbert High School, Norman Park College, the University of Georgia and Mercer Law School, graduating cum laude.

He was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. He served in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre in

World War II and held reserve status as first lieutenant in the Judge Advocate General Department. In 1949, he and John G.

Kopp opened a law practice in Waycross and in 1969 Neal Conner joined the firm. In 1989, he became State Court Judge and

held that office until 1997. He was past president of the Waycross Bar Association. Over the years, Judge Peavy performed in

a wide range of leadership roles. He was an active member of First Baptist Church. He served as deacon, general superintendent

of Sunday School, director of Training Union, chairman of the personnel committee, chairman of the finance committee,

chairman of the pulpit committee, chairman of deacons and adult Sunday School teacher. He often said that teaching the adult

Sunday School class gave him the most satisfaction. In 1988, he was chosen First Baptist Church Man of the Year. Judge Peavy

was a member of the Waycross Exchange Club serving as a board member, president and a member of the Georgia State Board

of Exchange Clubs. He received the Erin W. Johnson Award and the Exchange Club Book of Golden Deeds. He was a member of

the local chamber of commerce, where he served as board member and treasurer. He received the chamber's Jack Williams

Award. As board member of the Waycross-Ware County Development Authority, he served as chairman for three years. He was

a member of the Advisory Board of the Salvation Army, serving as secretary and chairman. He received life membership after

serving on the board for 40 years. He was on the Waycross BiRacial Committee and served as co-chairman for three years. He

was a member of the Georgia State Advisory Committee on Education to the President's Cabinet Advisory Committee on

Education. He was a recipient of the Waycross Kiwanis Club's Miller Medal and of the Morris Jacobson Brotherhood Award.

Judge Peavy taught classes at the Waycross off-campus center (University of Georgia) for many years. He loved the Spanish

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language and studied it throughout his adult life, even studying his Sunday School lessons in Spanish. Survivors include his wife

of 55 years, Carolyn Beasley Peavy, of Waycross; one son, James Edwin Peavy Jr. (wife Caron), of Dalton; one daughter, Julie

Hopkins (husband Joe), of Folkston; two grandchildren, Alva Joseph Hopkins IV, of Macon, Melissa Ann Hopkins, of Statesboro;

one step-grandson, Jason Thomas Cornelison, of St. Augustine, Fla.; one brother, John Howard Peavy (wife Mary), of

Jacksonville, Fla.; two sisters-in-law, LaVerne Peavy, of Columbus, Dorothy Peavy, of Kansas City, Mo.; and numerous nieces and

nephews. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. The family will

receive friends at Music Funeral Home tonight from 6 to 8. The Hustler Sunday School Class, the Deacons of First Baptist

Church and the Waycross Bar Association's members are requested to meet at the church at 1:40 p.m. Thursday to serve as

honorary pallbearers. The family request memorials to be sent to First Baptist Church, 702 Elizabeth St., Waycross, Ga. 31501,

Baptist Village, 2650 Carswell Ave., Waycross, Ga. 31501 or the Salvation Army, 977 Tebeau St., Waycross, Ga. 31501.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com

PEAVY, William A. Peavy


William A. Peavy, 76, of Concord, died Sunday at the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. He was born and had lived his entire life at

Concord. He was a retired farmer. He was a representative of the Tallahassee newspaper. He is survived by his wife, Emilia

Bowen Peavy, of Concord; two daughters and five sons, including Trooper Joe Peavy on Madison. The funeral services were held

Tuesday.

PEAVY, Wyndall L. Peavy

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/02/wyndall-l-peavy/)

Wyndall L. Peavy, age 76, of Valdosta, died on Friday, February 22, 2019 at his residence following a period of declining health.

He was born on May 30, 1942 in Unadilla, GA to the late Luther J. and Myrtle Bryant Peavy. Mr. Peavy was retired from the

United States Air Force and of the Baptist Faith. He is survived by his wife Frances Peavy of Valdosta; two sons and a

daughter-in-law, Allen Peavy, Bryan Peavy (Andrea) all of Lake Park: three grandchildren, Morgan Peavy, Adam Peavy, and

Hayden Peavy all of Lake Park; sisters, Willie Mae Hood, La Vonia Fowler (John), brother and sister-in-law, Hyndall Peavy

(Bernice) and a sister-in-law Ellen Peavy, numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers Luther Peavy,

Jr. and Marvin C. Peavy. Services for Wyndall L. Peavy will be at the Carson McLane Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at

Mr. Zion Cemetery.

PEDRICK, Kathleen Tatum Pedrick


Kathleen Tatum Pedrick, age 87, of Waycross, died Thursday (Feb. 4, 2016) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an

extended illness. She was born in Waycross to the late George Hamilton Tatum Jr. and Lottie Wildes Tatum. She moved to

Bradenton, FL, in 1970 where she spent a majority of her life before moving back to Waycross in 2013. Beginning in Waycross,

she worked for S.H. Kress where she retired from their store in Bay Shore Gardens, FL. After her retirement, she worked

many years for Manatee County Transportation Department as a school bus monitor. She was a past member of Kettle Creek

Southern Congregational Methodist Church, Palma Sola Bay Baptist Church in Bradenton, FL, and West Bradenton Baptist

Church. She enjoyed fishing, working in her garden at home in Bradenton and picking and canning fruits and vegetables. She

loved traveling, especially to the mountains, and enjoyed being the one to plan every detail of the trip. More than anything, she

loved her family. She loved her daughter, son, brothers and sisters and any time she was able to spend with them. Along with

her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, James Henry Douglas Sr., her second husband, William K. Pedrick,

her son, James Henry Douglas Jr., and eight brothers and sisters, James Hamilton Tatum, Lavenia Bell Tatum, Margaret

Simerly, Doris Douglas, Melissie Howell, Lottie Mae Vanhoy, Only Tatum and an infant sister. She is survived by 1 daughter,

Agnes Douglas of Waycross; 1 sister, Jane (John) Bennett of Waycross; 3 brothers, George L. Tatum Sr., of Waycross, Elias A.

(Jo) Tatum of Waycross, Toomer M. (Betty Sue) Tatum of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A

funeral will be Sunday at Kettle Creek Southern Congregational Methodist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Miles-

Odum Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

PEEK, Ashley Peek


Ashley Peek, age 59, died Sunday in Norfolk, VA after an extended illness. He was a native of Madison. Survivors include two

sisters, Mrs. Emmett Fulton, of Madison and Mrs. James P. Fleming, of Norfolk, VA; one brother, Leonard L. Peek, of Madison,

and one nephew, Lt. Charlie Peek Fleming, of Fort Benning, GA. Services were held Tuesday at Beggs Funeral Home with

interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

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PEEK, Child Peek

(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, November 27, 1902)

A distressingly sad accident befell the little two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Peek on last Tuesday. Mr. Peek lives

about five miles southeast of town on the St. Augustine road. When assistance reached the home her little body was horribly

scalded. Dr. Blalock, the family physician, was hastily summoned and did all that human skill could to ease the suffering of the

little patient and the child lived several hours or until in the night. The parents have the sympathy of the community in their sad

bereavement.

In the Madison County Cemetery listings for Corinth Church Cemetery we find a Jessie May Peek, daughter of L. L. & M. E.

Peek, born 5 Jun 1900, died 19 Nov 1902.

PEEK, Earl Peek


Services for Earl Peek, age 82, of Boston, are Tuesday, June 21, 2016, at Boston Baptist Church. Interment is at Boston City

Cemetery. Mr. Peek died Friday, June 17, 2016, at his residence. He was a son of the late Sherman Peek and Dora Thomas Peek.

He was born May 13, 1934, in Thomas County. His wife of 55 years is Lou Ellen Anderson Peek, whom he married on March 19,

1961, at Summerhill Baptist Church. Self-employed farmer at Peek Farms, he was a member of Boston Baptist Church and was

vice president of Thomas County Farm Bureau for a number of years. He is survived by his wife, Lou Ellen Anderson Peek of

Boston; daughter, Debbie (Terry) Camp of Thomasville; son, John (Mary Catherine) Peek of Valdosta; daughter, Donna (Richard)

Tanner of Valdosta; grandchildren, Erica Knight, Ricky Tanner, Holly Irons, Dawson Peek, Amber Tanner, Grayson Peek; and four

great-granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Florene Williamson; and a brother, Fred Peek.

PEEK, Gertrude Lindquist Peek


Gertrude Lindquist Peek, age 60, of Cherry Lake, passed away Friday February 5th at the hospital in Madison after an extended

illness. She was born in Michigan where she received her training as a Registered Nurse. She was a graduate of the School of

Nursing at Kalamazoo State Hospital in Michigan. She had been living at Cherry Lake since 1946. Mrs. Peek was a member of the

Madison Methodist Church. She had worked for the local hospital and for Dr. Bouland and was active in the Madison community.

She is survived by her husband, Leonard L. Peek and a number of relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday February 7th,

1971 at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PEEK, James E. Peek Jr.


James K. “Jimmy” Peek Jr., age 93, died Tuesday (June 28, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a brief

illness. He was a native and life-long resident of Ware County, the son of the late James K. Peek Sr. and Ruby Melvin Peek. He

was also preceded in death by a sister, Sarah Peek DeHay, and a great-granddaughter, Kierston Baye Dial. Immediately after

graduating from high school in 1943, he joined the United States Army and served for two and a half years during World War

II. He was the manager of the Waycross YMCA when it was located on Screven Avenue and later when it relocated to the old

Ware Hotel building. He retired after 42 years of service. He was a member of Jamestown Baptist Church and the Faithful

Followers Sunday School Class. Prior to becoming a member of Jamestown Baptist, he was a long-time member of Hebardville

Baptist Church where he served as deacon, church treasurer and on the building and grounds committee. Survivors include his

wife of 65 years, Pansy Woods Peek of Waycross; 1 daughter, Kay Peek (Kevin) Hill of Waycross; 1 son, Tim Peek of Sarasota,

FL; 4 grandchildren, Kenny Ray (Lindsey) Dial of Kuna, ID, Kevin Lee (Brooke) Dial of Waycross, Kimberly (Kevin) Donato of

Hawaii, and Kaleb Hill of Waycross; great-grandchildren Mason, Makayla, Lydia, Khloe, Colton, Addilyn and Keaton; and a sister,

Mary Peek Cincebox of Waycross. Memorial donations may be made to Jamestown Baptist Church, 3800 ABC Ave., Waycross,

GA 31503. A funeral will be Friday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.

PEEK, Julia Peek


Julia Peek, age 80 lifelong resident of Madison County, passed away in Ft. Pierce, Saturday, February 17th, while visiting her

daughter and family. She is survived by eight sons, Willie Peek and Moses Peek, both of Madison County; Wadie Peek, of Quincy;

Mack Peek, of Bradenton; James Peek, of Winter Park, Johnnie B. Peek, of Philadelphia; Herren Peek, of Geneva, NY and Abe

Peek, of Detroit; one daughter, Ida Peek, of Ft. Pierce; 31 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be

held Sunday February 25th at the High Antioch Methodist Church and burial will follow in the church cemetery. Beggs Colored


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PEEK, Moses Peek


Moses Peek, lifelong resident of Madison County, died suddenly Saturday February 22nd after cutting wood. Funeral services will

be held Sunday March 1st at High Antioch Church in the Lovett community. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PEEK, Pansy Lee Woods Peek


Pansy Lee Woods Peek, age 96, died Thursday (Dec. 6, 2018) at The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods in Sarasota, FL. She was a

native of Waycross and lived most of her life in Waycross. A Wacona School graduate, she retired from the men’s department

at J.C. Penney’s. She was currently a member of Jamestown Baptist Church and the Faithful Followers Sunday School Class, but

she was formerly a longtime member of Hebardville Baptist Church where she played the piano for years. She was preceded in

death by her parents, Isaac Barber Woods and Anna Jane Smith Woods, her husband, James Kay Peek Jr., a great-

granddaughter, Kierston Baye Dial, and eight siblings. Survivors include her daughter, Kay Hill (Kevin) of Waycross; one son, Tim

Peek of Sarasota, FL; four grandchildren, Kenny Ray Dial (Lindsey), of Kuna, ID, Kevin Lee Dial (Brooke), of Waycross, Kimberly

Donato, of Coronado, CA, and Kaleb Hill, of Waycross; seven great-grandchildren, Mason, Makayla, Lydia, Khloe, Colton, Addilyn

and Keaton; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Sunday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland

Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Jamestown Baptist Church, 3800 ABC Ave., Waycross, GA 31501.

PEELER, Mary Louise Irvin Peeler

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/05/mary-louise-irvin-peeler/)

Mary Louise Irvin Peeler was born September 7, 1923, in Ray City, GA, to the late Isreal Irvin, Sr. and the late Rosie Lee

Gaskins Irvin. Mary joined Crossing Jordan Baptist Church. Her service to the church included Ushering, Sunday School

Teacher, and Mother of the Crossing Jordan Missionary Baptist Church. Mary remained faithful until her health would no

longer allow. On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, the Lord looked down upon the earth and saw His daughter’s precious face. He put His

arms around her and lifted her toward her new heavenly place. In addition to her parents, Isreal and Rosie Lee Irvin, Mary is

preceded in death by her husband Earnest Peeler, Sr.; and two sons: Robert Peeler and John Lee Peeler. Mary leaves to mourn

yet celebrate her life one son Earnest Peeler, Jr of Clarksville, TN; three daughters: Verna Arnold, Donna Rockamore, and

Gussie Smith all of Valdosta, GA; four sisters: Daisy Irvin Lane (Jeff) of Adel, GA, Euphina Irvin of Charleston, SC, April Irvin

Cohen of St. Petersburg, FL, and Mae Irvin of Manchester, CT; one brother: Isreal Irvin, Jr of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; a special

sister: Daisy Lanea special niece: Dosha Gates of Valdosta, GA; twelve grandchildren; twenty great grandchildren; one great

grandchild; one sister-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and family. The Celebration of Life for the late Mother

Mary Louise Irvin Peeler will be Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Crossing Jordan Missionary Baptist Church. Interment in Pallbearers

Cemetery. Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC

PEEPLES, Alisa Altman Peeples


NAHUNTA — Alisa Altman Peeples, age 53, of Nahunta, passed away Friday (Dec. 4, 2015) at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in

Jacksonville, FL, following a brief illness. Born in Folkston, she was the daughter of the late James Troy Altman Jr. and Marvine

Lewis Altman, of Nahunta. She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law, Marvin Peeples, and a brother-in-law, Jeff

Peeples. She was a beautiful, devoted and loving wife and mother. She graduated from Brantley County High School in 1980 and

loved gardening, photography, socializing and reaching out to the least. She always had a smile and a kind word on her lips and

will be missed by all that knew her. She was a member of Nahunta Church of God. Survivors include her husband of 31 years,

Brian Peeples of Nahunta; a son, Collin Peeples of Nahunta; her mother, Marvine Lewis Altman of Nahunta; two sisters and

brothers-in-law, Anita (Robert) Thomas and Arlene (David) Thomas all of Hoboken; nieces and nephews, Liza (Buck) Taylor of

Winston Salem, NC, R.J. Thomas of Augusta, Alana and Emily Peeples, of Nahunta, Leah Peeples of Nahunta, Cassie and Hannah

Peeples of Las Vegas, NV; brother-in-law, Mike and Tammy Peeples of Nahunta; her mother-in-law, Jean Esther Ward, of

Nahunta; several aunts, uncles and other relatives. The funeral will be Tuesday at Southside Baptist Church in Nahunta. Burial

will follow in Rob Lewis Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PEEPLES, Lloyd Chandler Peeples Sr.

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 18 September 2017)

Lloyd Chandler Peeples, Sr. (“Lloyd”), age 93, died peacefully Monday, September 18, 2017 at his home in Valdosta, GA. Lloyd

was born on November 27, 1923 in Jasper, FL. After his high school graduation, he joined the Army and fought in World War

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II, receiving an honorable discharge for service to his country. He returned home and married Betty Thompson. Lloyd and Betty

started a family and Lloyd attended pharmacy school at the University of Florida. Lloyd worked as a pharmacist for several

years in Florida before joining the Florida Board of Pharmacy as an Investigator, subsequently presiding over the Orlando, FL

Regional Field Office. He and Betty welcomed three children into their home. His children, grandchildren and great

grandchildren remember him as a kind, loving and devoted family man who encouraged them to pursue their goals. Lloyd was

known by all for his faithfulness and commitment to Christ, his generosity and quick wit. He was an avid reader and passionate

about making the world around him a better place. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 71 years, Betty Peeples of Valdosta; his

daughters and son-in-law: Toby Peeples Nickson of Monticello, FL, and Susan & Carl Meece of O’Brien, FL; his grandchildren:

Lloyd Chandler Peeples, III, Jon David Peeples, Meredith Luke, Kristin Fecko and Lauren Meece. He is preceded in death by his

son, Lloyd Chandler Peeples, Jr. and his parents. Funeral services will be Friday, September 22, 2017 in the First Baptist Church

of Valdosta, GA. A private family committal service will be held later that afternoon at Wellborn Cemetery, Wellborn, FL. The

Peeples Family is being cared for by the compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, GA.

PEEPLES, Marvin Peeples


NAHUNTA — Marvin Peeples, 82, of Nahunta, passed away Monday (April 8, 2013) at Bayview Nursing Home in Nahunta

following an extended illness. He was born Sept. 17, 1930, the son of Connie G. and Fannie Mae Campbell Peeples in Yulee, FL. He

was reared in Waynesville and graduated from Nahunta High School in 1948. He joined the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and

served his country until his honorable discharge on June 18, 1952. He moved to Chicago, IL, and attended Coyne Electrical

School, graduating Feb. 18, 1955. He joined the I.B.E.W. and for 36 years, he worked up and down the east coast, from Kennedy

Space Center to Plant Hatch to Washington, D.C., as an electrician, a job he loved. Later years, he lovingly took care of his older

brother, Bubber, who was a disabled World War II veteran. He was preceded in death by his youngest son, Jeffery E. Peeples,

his mother, his father and step-mother, Rosa Lee Ammons Peeples, his sister, Mae Peeples Morgan, and brothers, Connie G.

“Bubber” and Lloyd Peeples. He is survived by two sons and their wives, Mike and Tammy Peeples, of Hickox, and Brian and Alisa

Peeples, of Raybon; four granddaughters Alana Peeples, of Waycross, Leah Peeples, of Hickox, Cassie Peeples and Hannah

Peeples, of Las Vegas, NV; one grandson, Collin Peeples, of Raybon; one great-granddaughter, Emily Peeples, of Waycross; and a

sister, Clara Peeples, of Waynesville. He entered the world of politics in 1994, serving as a city councilman for the City of

Nahunta for one term then served as mayor for eight years, 1996 until 2003. As mayor, he was appointed as a representative to

Southeast Georgia Regional Development Commission, Jan 23, 1996. He continued to serve on this board as a representative of

Brantley County, appointed by the Brantley County Commissioners, and served until his health declined in December 2010. On

March 24, 2009, he was honored for 13 years perfect attendance as a board member. He also served as a member of the

Brantley County Development Authority, the board of Concerted Services Inc. and was a member of the Brantley County

Chamber of Commerce and of Nahunta Masonic Lodge. A funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 at Frye Funeral Home.

Burial will follow in the Smyrna Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PEEPLES, Patricia Gail Peeples


BLACKSHEAR — Patricia Gail Peeples, age 55, of Blackshear, passed away Monday (Aug. 18, 2014) in Jesup after a short illness.

Born in Chicago, IL, on Feb. 18, 1959, she had lived in Blackshear since the late 1990s. She had worked as a sitter and was a

loving mother and sister. She was a daughter of the late Neil Arnold Peeples. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Glenda

Keiser, and two brothers, Roy Peeples and Earl Peeples. Survivors include 1 son, Craig Porter, of Pasadena, TX; her mother, Mary

Etta Accord Peeples (Tony Young), of Tallahassee, FL; 2 sisters, Jan (Jack) Beckham, of Columbia, SC, and Judy (Royce) Tuten,

of Blackshear; 4 brothers, James Donnie Peeples, of Waycross, and David A. Peeples, Kenny (Janet) Peeples and Vince (Darby)

Peeples, all of Blackshear; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Friday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel.

Interment will be in the Oakland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choosing. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of

Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PEEPLES, Roy L. Peeples


BLACKSHEAR — Roy L. Peeples, age 61, of Blackshear, passed away Saturday (June 21, 2014) at his residence. Born in

Waycross, Feb. 22, 1953, he lived in Mississippi for several years before moving back to Pierce County in 2000. He was a

pipefitter with Daniel Construction in Houston for many years and loved to tinker on cars. He was a loving and humble man who

would help anyone in need. He was a good father, great brother, uncle and friend. He was of the Baptist faith. A son of the late

Neil Arnold Peeples, he was also preceded in death by a son, Jason Lee Peeples, a sister, Glenda Sue Kieser, a brother, Earl

Peeples, and a niece, Brooke Peeples. Survivors include a son, Shaun Lee, of Houston, TX; his mother and step-father, Mary

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Acord Peeples and Tony Young, of Tallahassee, FL; 3 sisters, Jan (Jack) Beckham, of Columbia, SC, Judy (Royce) Peeples and

Gail Peeples, all of Blackshear; 4 brothers, Donnie Peeples, of Waycross, and David Peeples, Kenny (Janet) Peeples, and Vince

(Darby) Peeples, all of Blackshear; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be held Friday at the

Pearson-Dial Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the

arrangements.

PEETE, Ronald James Peete


FOLKSTON — Ronald James Peete, age 69, of Folkston, passed away Saturday (Oct. 24, 2015) at his residence. He was born

April 10, 1946 to Gerald and Olive O’Brien Peete, in Niagara Falls, NY. He served his country in the United States Army during

the Vietnam Conflict. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 130 and St. Francis of Assisi. He is survived by his wife

of 50 years, Annette L. Peete of Folkston; 2 children, Chris (Amy) Peete and Veronica (Andy) Barrett; 1 brother, Jerry Peete; 2

sisters, Sue Ann Socko and Denise Peete; 3 grandchildren, Ryan C. Peete, Brody A. Barrett and Tyler H. Peete; several nieces,

nephews and other relatives. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Peete. The funeral services

was scheduled for Wednesday at St. Francis of Assisi. Burial will follow in Homeland Cemetery. The family requests in lieu of

flowers, contributions be made to the American Legion or the American Heart Association. Arrangements are under the

direction of Shepard Funeral Home, Folkston.

PELLICER, Lorraine J. Pellicer


Lorraine J. Pellicer, age 84, died Monday (May 20, 2019) at Excel Care Center in Tampa, FL, after an extended illness. She was

born in Pine Island, NY, to the late Karl Johnson and Loretta Kwintkowski Johnson. She was formerly employed at the Cap and

Shoe Factory and Ace Rubber Company as a sewer. She was a member of Astoria Baptist Church in Waycross. In addition to her

parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Pellicer, and a son, Robert Aldridge. Survivors include three

children, Cynthia Caulk of Tampa, FL, Laurie Kutzman, of Port Charlotte, FL, and Craig Aldridge of Georgia; one brother, Karl

Johnson Jr., of Pine Island, NY; seven grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be at Music

Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Camp Branch Providence Cemetery in Manor where she will be laid to rest beside her

husband.

PELOSO, Joseph S. Peloso Jr

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida January 26, 2011)

Joseph S. Peloso Jr. of Madison County, FL passed away at home January 13, 2011, he was 64. Joe grew up in Pound Ridge, NY,

the son of Mary and Joe Peloso Sr. and the oldest of 9 siblings. He obtained a degree in Mechanical Drafting, but chose being

outside over a desk job. Proficient operating almost all types of equipment since boyhood, he performed site preparation and

enhancement as Peloso Excavating and Paving, worked for Pound Ridge Highway Department and rose to 2nd Assistant Chief in

the Pound Ridge Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and was renowned for his summer pig roasts. He met

his wife Debi in 1991 at a motorcycle event, and they began cooking together as husband and wife in 1994. Joe was an excellent

cook. Eggplant Parm of Rollantine, meatballs, fresh tomato sauce, Baked Stuffed Clams – he loved performing culinary magic.

After the death of his mother in 1997, Joe and Debi moved to Florida. He bought another piece of equipment, went back to

work and renovated a home on Pine Island for the two of them. He and Debi also traveled extensively throughout the US and

the Caribbean basin, cruised the Panama Canal, and toured Italy twice. In 2005 they moved to Madison County and renovated

another home together. Joe supported therapeutic riding through his Life Membership in NARHA. He was also a member of the

Italian American Club of Tallahassee. He was generous with his time and his spirit as a volunteer for various organizations. A

celebration of his life is planned for the spring. He asked that donations be made in his name to Fieldstone Farm Therapeutic

Riding Center; PO Box 23129; Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 or Senior Citizens Counsel of Madison County Inc., P.O. Box 204;

Madison, FL 32341.

PELTIER, Faye Medlin Peltier


Faye Medlin Peltier of Perry, Florida, passed over and joined her husband Gene to be with God on July 12, 2013. Faye was 91

years old and was born February 1, 1922 to Buren Medlin and Lemmer Bennett Medlin in Fairmount, GA. She was a faithful and

devoted member of Southside Baptist Church, Perry, Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Peltier, who left

her on January 17, 2013. Also preceding her in death were brothers, Doyle Medlin, Loye Hayes Medlin and sisters, Lona Mae

Thomas and Marie Underwood. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Memorial Services are July 27th,

2013 at Southside Baptist Church.

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PELTIER, Joseph Gene Peltier


Joseph Eugene Peltier, 88, of Perry, FL, died Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Marshall Health Care in Perry following an extended

illness. Mr. Peltier was born June 1, 1924 in Amesbury, MA. He was an auto body technician by trade and was the former owner

and operator of Gene's Body Shop in Talking Rock, GA. Mr. Peltier was a Veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force where he served as

ground crew for the Flying Tigers in China. Mr. Peltier was a member of Southside Baptist Church. He was a former race car

driver in the early years of NASCAR and in his spare time enjoyed sailing, fishing and riding his motorcycle. He is survived by

his wife of 40 years, Faye Medlin Peltier, of Perry, FL, and several nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held

Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Southside Baptist Church. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PELTON, Ross Pelton


COLLEYVILLE, TX — Ross Pelton passed away Friday (May 26, 2017) in Colleyville, TX. He was born Dec. 19, 1924 in Valdosta

and grew up in Valdosta and Waycross. After graduation from high school in Waycross, he attended Trevecca Nazarene

University, in Nashville, TN. After attending college for one year, he joined the U.S. Coast Guard in 1943 and served during

World War II in the Pacific Theater aboard the LST 761. He was discharged from the Coast Guard in 1946 at the rank of

Seaman 1st Class. Ross worked as a watch maker / repairman and then for the Boy Scouts of America. He was transferred with

the Boy Scouts from the Georgia area to Greenville, TX. After a stint with the Boy Scouts he worked for and retired from

Sperry & Hutchinson Co. in the Dallas, TX area. He and wife, Betty, moved from Dallas to Franklin, TX where Ross worked for

the Robertson County Water Supply Corporation. He retired from that employment and he and Betty moved to Colleyville, TX.

Ross was an outgoing, personable man who couldn’t sit still in retirement, so he went to work part time managing marinas and

selling boats. Ross is preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Williams Pelton, father, Ross Corbett Pelton Sr., brother, Howard

Pelton and wife, Loraine, brothers- and sisters-in-law, Arthur and Geneva Yawn, Jack and Betty Yawn, and his great-grandson,

Jerald Ryan Pelton. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Betty Pelton; daughter, Judy Pelton, of Colleyville, TX; son, Jerry

(Dottye) Pelton of Franklin, TX; granddaughter, Katy Pelton (Daniel) Roesner of Magnolia, TX; grandson, Corbett (Ashley) Pelton

and great-grandsons, Dylan Ross Pelton and Kyle Lucas Pelton, both of Franklin, TX; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial

service is pending at the Nazarene Church in Euless, TX, with a military rite to be held at the National Cemetery in Dallas-Fort

Worth, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Euless First Church-Nazarene, 801 W Midway Drive, Euless, TX

76039; Heart to Heart Hospice, 5608 Malvey Avenue, Suite 301, Fort Worth, TX 76107; Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery,

2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211; or a charity of the donor’s choice. Loving husband, father, grandfather and

great-grandfather. You will be missed.

PEMBERTON, H. B. Pemberton, Jr.


H. B. Pemberton, Jr., age 53, passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Doctors Memorial Hospital. He was born in Plant City,

FL. Coming from Lake Wales, FL he had lived in Perry for the past 14 years. Mr. Pemberton was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy for

10 years, and worked as a Registered Nurse for the past 20 years, employed with Doctors Memorial Hospital, Tallahassee

Memorial Hospital, Tallahassee Community and Madison Hospital in the E. R. mostly. He was a 1974 graduate of Brandon High

School, and graduated from South Florida Community College with a degree in Nursing. He was an avid sportsman, loved the

outdoors, fishing and hunting. Survived by his parents, H. B. Pemberton Sr., and Cletous Pemberton, his wife of 13 years, Sharon

Pemberton, all of Perry, FL, a son; Christopher Norris of Portland, OR, step-daughter; Kimberly Norton of Haines City, FL, a

brother; Richard Pemberton of Perry, FL, (2) grandchildren; Madison Norton and Gavin Norton. Memorial Services will be held

at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Saturday, July 3, 2010. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make donations may make them to

the American Cancer Society 241 John Knox Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32303 , Big Bend Hospice 1723 Mahan Center Blvd.

Tallahassee, FL 32308-5428 or Community Cancer Center of North Florida 7000 NW 11th Place Gainesville, FL 32605.

PEMBERTON, H. B. Pemberton Sr.

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 3 October 2018)

Mr. H. B. Pemberton Sr., age 89, passed away on October 3, 2018 in Tallahassee, FL. H. B. was born January 21, 1929 in Plant

City, Florida to James David Pemberton and Mamie Pemberton. H. B. honorably served our country in the United States Air

Force during the Korean Conflict. H. B. was of the Baptist Faith and worked for American Can Co. in Dade City, FL from 1959 to

1975 before retiring. He was an avid sportsman and loving family man. H. B. was preceded in death by his parents James and

Mamie Pemberton and one son H. B. Pemberton Jr. He is survived by his wife of 68 years Mrs. Cletous Pemberton; and son

Richard (Lawanda) Pemberton, four grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; two sisters Sandra Jefferies, JoAnn Alford as well

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as a host of nieces and nephews. A funeral service is planned for a later date at Bushnell National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. All


PENCE, James Parker Pence


Mr. James Parker Pence, age 80, passed away January 21, 2018 in Mayo, FL. James was born December 11, 1937 in Tulare, CA to

Francis Pence and Sylvia Russell Pence. James honorably served our country in the United States Navy for 30 years as a pilot

and air craft mechanic. Mr. Pence was of the Christian faith. James worked as a Contractor Postal Driver with the United

States Postal Service. James was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Pence is survived by his wife of 18 years, Mrs. Ellen

Pence; daughter Heather (Joseph) Gaskins; grandchildren, Clayton and Parker Gaskins; siblings, Marie Court, Shirley (Michael)

Caswell, Yvonne (Chuck) Byrd, and Barbara Snipes; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Services are not planned at this time.

All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

PENDERGAST, Charles Raiford Pendergast


Charles Raiford Pendergast of Thomasville passed away Monday, February 8, 2010 at Archbold Medical Center. Services will be

held at Barnett's Creek Baptist Church on Wednesday February 10, 2010 with interment in the church cemetery. He was

retired from G.E. in sales and was a farmer. The son of the late John Raiford Pendergast and Theatis Wade Pendergast, he was

born in Grady County, GA on January 25, 1938. He was a member of Barnett's Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include Donna

Davis his daughter of Thomasville, GA; Mike Pendergast (Marlene) his son and daughter-in-law of Thomasville; Kimberly Palmer

his daughter of Thomasville; Faye Tuten (Larry) his sister and brother-in-law of Thomasville; W. L. Pendergast his brother of

St. Petersburg, FL; grandchildren: Samantha and Travis William Jr., Seth Davis, Cole Pendergast, Cody Pendergast, and Nikki

Palmer, and great-grandchildren: Ella Williams, Davis Williams, and Sammy Davis

Preceded in death by a brother Melvin Pendergast and two sisters Willene Watkins and Deloris Carlton.

PENDERGRASS, Charles Terry Pendergrass Sr.

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, August 26, 2014)

Madison, FL: On August 26, 2014, God called home Charles Terry Pendergrass Sr., age 63. He was a resident of Greenville, FL.

Mr. Pendergrass was a retired Purchasing agent for the State of Florida. He is survived by his wife, Marie Pendergrass, along

with 2 sons, Thomas (Sarah) Pendergrass of Dasher, GA, and Charles Pendergrass, Jr. of Greenville, FL; 2 grandchildren, Chase

and T. J. He served in the United States Army. He is of the Baptist Faith. His parents, Carl Thomas Pendergrass, and Ruth

Nunn Pendergrass predeceased Charles; He has 2 brothers, Carl Pendergrass, of Chattanooga, TN and Jerry Pendergrass, of

Ridgeland, SC. A Memorial service will be Saturday September 6, 2014 at Francis Lake Baptist Church.

PENIX, Quinton Jerome Penix


Quinton Jerome Penix, age 52, of Atlanta, died Monday (May 16, 2016) at his residence after an extended illness. He was born

Aug.16, 1962 in Lake City, FL, the son of the late Alton Perry and Barbara J. Bryant. He was educated in the public school

system of Lake City and after graduation from high school he moved to Atlanta. He furthered his education earning a bachelor’s

degree in sales and marketing and computer technology. He utilized his education in many facets working with Phoenix Systems

Integration, Pitney-Bowes Corporation, Ranger America, ADT Security Systems, Centex Home Security Systems and Fleetcorp

Technologies. He received numerous awards for being a leader in his many fields of expertise. He had a passion for the

outdoors, especially golfing with his friends. Preceding him in death were his parents and one sister, Annette Campbell. Those

left to cherish the legacy of life are his children, Sherrase Rene Penix, Quinton J. Penix Jr., Thomas Dijon Penix and Gabrielle

Sinclair Penix; 2 grandchildren, Makayla and Alexis Richardson; 3 brothers, John Perry, Tyrone Perry and Calvin Perry; 2 sisters,

Inell (Ervin) Bighams and Alnora Taylor; nieces, Eiysa Hamilton, Whitney Perry, Patrisha Perry and Victoria Forth; nephews,

Anderson Perry, Alex Shaw, John Perry, Rashay Carter, Jonathon Shaw, Contrel Carter and Michael Perry; a host of cousins.

The funeral will be Saturday at the chapel of Jacobs Funeral Home, 2640 Highway 84 West in Blackshear. Interment will follow

at the Masonic Cemetery in Waynesville.

PENLAND, John E. Penland Jr.


IRMO, SC — John E. Penland Jr. was born Aug. 31, 1926 in Waycross, and passed away Thursday (Dec. 3, 2015) in Columbia, SC.

He was the only child of Dr. John E. Penland and Mrs. Nell Bates Penland. He loved growing up in Waycross where he had many

friends. He graduated from Waycross High School in 1944. While in school, he lettered in football, was the president of the

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senior class and was voted “Most Likely to Succeed.” At the age of 11, he set three goals. They were to play tennis, learn to

dance and learn to sail. He began playing tennis at age 12 and was the Georgia Singles State Champion at age 18. He enjoyed the

sport for more than 65 years. He took dance lessons at age 14 and did not quit dancing until he was in his 80s. He learned to sail

and enjoyed sailing his own boat while he lived in Charleston. He served in the U.S. Navy as a Medical Corps officer during World

War II, from October 1944 until July 1946. He graduated from Emory University in 1950 with a degree in biology. During his

time at Emory, he was captain of the “Push Ball” team, lettered in baseball and was pledged to Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He

worked most of his life in the pest control business, first with Orkin Pest Control and then for more than 10 years as a manager

and trainer with Terminix Pest Control in Columbia. He moved to Charleston, SC, in 1975. He eventually bought a house on the

marsh on James Island, resumed sailing as a hobby and became a life-time member of the James Island Yacht Club. While in

Charleston, he joined Toastmasters International, eventually becoming the district governor in 1986. After moving to

Charleston, he started the Pied Piper Pest Control Company. One of his favorite experiences was the time he was paid to do

some training in Germany for a pest control company. He loved Germany and took advantage of his time there to do a great deal

of sight-seeing. He brought back many souvenirs. He ran Pied Piper Pest, a very successful business, until September 1989, when

tragedy struck in the form of Hurricane Hugo. The business never recovered from the devastation, and he was forced to close

in 2010. Never being a quitter, he moved back to his hometown of Waycross. There, he began a career selling life insurance,

winning a trip to London, England. Having learned to dance The Shag while living in Charleston, SC, he decided that he would

expose the citizens of Waycross to some South Carolina culture, and so he began teaching shag lessons. He was a member of

the Golden Isles Shag Club. He also started the Waycross Chapter of Toastmasters International and was involved in the

library board. In 2012, he moved back to South Carolina to live with his daughter, Sandra, where he remained until his death. He

was an avid reader and found a second home at the Irmo Library, becoming a member of the Friends of the Library. He was a

sports fanatic and although he could no longer play, spent many hours watching his favorite teams play, including University of

Georgia and USC football, and Duke basketball. He most recently was a member of McGregor Presbyterian Church. When he was

no longer able to attend, he enjoyed watching the message on television from First Baptist Church in Columbia. He found it easy

to talk to everyone and made friends wherever he went. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and his ability to

motivate those around him. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Sandra N. Penland; his granddaughters, Alicia Blease and

Amanda (Chad) Stegenga of Columbia; his grandson, Col. Byron Penland, of Huntsville, AL; his great-grandchildren, Summer

Davidson, Bailey Carey, Nicholas Stegenga, Jackson Stegenga and Jason Stegenga. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to

Disabled American Vets, the Wounded Warrior Project or the charity of one’s choice. Family and friends celebrated John’s life

at the home on 60 Palmetto Wood Parkway, Irmo, SC 29063, Sunday (Dec. 6). A private ceremony, with the scattering of John’s

ashes, will be held at a later date.

PENLAND, Neal Penland


Neal Penland, age 93, passed away Friday (June 14, 2019) at his residence in Dixie Union following an extended illness. He was

born in Hayesville, NC, but resided in Ware County most of his life. Following high school, he served in the United States Navy

during World War II from 1944-1946. He was a lifelong farmer in Dixie Union who was awarded the Mayo McGregor

Agricultural Award by the Waycross-Ware County Chamber of Commerce in 1974. He was widely known for his purebred

Hampshire swine operation but also farmed timber and row crops such as corn, soybeans and tobacco. He was a member of

Haywood Baptist Church where he served as a deacon for many years. He was a member of the Farmers Mutual Exchange,

Georgia Farm Bureau, National Farmers Organization and the Georgia and National Hampshire Associations. He was a son of the

late Bayse Penland and Alva Henson Penland. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Stanley Penland and Howard Penland.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Loretta Penland of Dixie Union; two children, David N. Penland (Denise) of Dixie Union,

and Debra Woodard (Davy) of Waycross; a grandson, Greg Penland (Sarah) of Dixie Union; two great-grandchildren, Lana

Penland and Lindy Penland; two step-grandchildren, Heather Nipper (Brian) of Waycross, and Michelle McLaughlin of Waycross;

four step-great-grandchildren, Tyler Nipper, Tanner Nipper, Emily Hutto and Abiegail McLaughlin; two sisters, Martha Parris

(Bob) of Laurens, SC, and Kate Crawford (George) of Franklin, NC; a brother, Pete Penland (Sarah) of Franklin, NC; two sisters-

in-law, Betty Penland of Franklin, NC, and Frankie Penland of Rockwall, TX; numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be at

Haywood Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations made in his honor to the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund, P.O.

Box 50798, Jacksonville, FL, 32240 which supports families dealing with childhood cancer. Music Funeral Home is in charge of

the arrangements.

PENN, Carlton Monroe Penn

(Abstracted from the 21 September 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mr. Carlton Monroe Penn, age 85, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017, at the Regional Medical Center in Orangeburg. Mr.

Penn was born on May 10, 1932 in Hazelhurst, GA. Funeral services were Monday, September 18, 2017, at Thompson Funeral

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Home in Orangeburg. Interment was Monday, September 18, 2017, at Fort Jackson National Cemetery in Columbia, SC, with full

military honors. He was the son of the late Homer A. Penn and the late Mattie Lee Thomas Penn. He retired with twenty-two

years of service from the United States Air Force. Mr. Penn was a former Quality Control Manager at Hughes Aircraft in

Orangeburg. He was the owner and operator of Penn’s Sight and Sound. He was a member of the Orangeburg Baptist

Tabernacle, the Masonic Lodge in Georgia and the American Legion. Survivors include his wife, Mary Strickland Penn of

Orangeburg; children, Steven and Janice Penn of Denison, TX, Kenneth Penn of Denver, CO, Susan and Paul Fanelli of Memphis,

TN; eight grandchildren, Jonathan and Kelsey Penn, Collin Penn, Rachel and Brad Stevenson, Megan and Craig Bell, Kara Penn,

Nicholas Fanelli, Kristen and Dak Adamson and Anthony Fanelli; three great-grandchildren, Nicholas Penn, Eleanor Penn and

Paisley Bell; a sister, Carolyn Minix of Douglas, GA and his sister-in-law, Mary Jo Strickland of Orangeburg. Active pallbearers

were grandsons, Jonathan Penn, Collin Penn, Nicholas Fanelli, Anthony Fanelli, Craig Bell and Dak Adamson. In lieu of flowers, the

family request that memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans at 6437 Garner’s Ferry Road Suite 1129 Columbia,

SC 29209.

PENNANEN, Janice Arleen Pennanen


Mrs. Janice Arleen Pennanen passed away on August 8, 2017 in Madison; FL. Janice was born in Miami, FL to William Clinton

Green and Marjorie Mary Lingo Green. Jan worked as a stewardess and she owned a day care for many years. She was an artist

and loved to oil paint. She would decorate store windows in town with Christmas scenes. She also enjoyed gardening and sailing.

Jan loved to laugh and make jokes with her friends. Jan was preceded in death by her parents William Clinton Green and

Marjorie Mary Lingo, and her brother Marvin Clinton Green. She is survived by her loving husband Bill Pennanen; six children:

Mike, Mark, Maureen, Tom, Cherie, and Denise; grandchildren: Casey, Cristy, Scott, Zachary, Elizabeth, Steven, Kyle, Taylor,

John Henry, and Andrew; great grandchildren: Colton, Bristol, Brielle, Riley, Luke, Jonathan, Layla, and sisters Jennie, Melinda,

Melissa, Melanie, and Marcia. Jan preferred not to have a funeral service but would like for family and friends to gather

together to share memories on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PENNINGTON, Juda Elizabeth Wade Pennington

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida May 12, 2011)

Mrs. Juda Elizabeth Wade Pennington, 92, of Jasper passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at the Suwannee Valley Nursing Center

in Jasper, following an illness of several months. She was born September 3, 1918, in Anniston, Alabama to Thomas Eugene Wade

and Nancy Elizabeth Sparks Wade. She lived all her adult life in Jasper, raising her family and helping to run the family farm,

and was retired from the Hamilton County School System. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Jasper.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, W. W. (Billy) Pennington of Jasper in 1999, step-daughter Jeanne Bryan

Kennedy, and grandson Jeb Kennedy. She was also preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Aubrey Wade, Eugene

Wade, Leonard Wade, and Morgan Wade of Anniston, AL, and five sisters, Nellie Wade, Minnie Heitt of Colewater, AL, Emma

Roberson of Eastaboga, AL, Gloria Ferrara of Rochester, NY, and Lillian Kreiser of Middletown, PA. She leaves behind her

beautiful family as her legacy. She is survived by six children, Billy Pennington and his wife Barbara, of Birmingham, Alabama,

James E. Pennington, D.V.M. and his wife Kathryn, of Melrose, George Patton Pennington, M.D., Ph.D. and his wife Jeannie of

Valdosta, Robert Pennington of Jacksonville, Juda Lois Pennington and husband Rick Culbreath of Orlando, and Katherine

Pennington and husband Terry Straub of Tallahassee; step-son Bill Bryan and wife Marian of Mill Spring, NC; and son-in-law Jim

Kennedy of Atlanta, GA. She also leaves 15 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; Anne Pennington (Paul Stromberg) and

sons Jackson and Quinn Stromberg, of Ashburn, VA; Jonathan Pennington (Kathryn) and son Finis and daughter Amelia

Pennington, of Birmingham, AL; Christina Kozloff Peterson (Luke) and daughters Tessa and Piper, of Seattle, WA; Paige Windahl

(Marc) and son Cooper, of Grand Forks, ND; Erin Stalgren (Steve) and daughter Shea and son Carsten of Granby, CO; Ross

Bryan (Mary) and daughter Ella of New Orleans, LA; George Lavasse (Mary) of Astoria, NY; James Pennington (Heather) of

Coralville, IA; Brooke Pennington of Gainesville; Patton Pennington of Athens, GA; Kate Pennington of Valdosta; Elizabeth

Schardt of Destin; Melissa Schardt of Tallahassee; Jay Kennedy of Atlanta; and Jeffrey Kennedy of Gainesville, GA. Funeral

services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 14th at the First United Methodist Church in Jasper, with Reverend Charles

Courtoy officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Jasper. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

on Friday, May 13, 2011, at Harry T. Reid Funeral Home, 901 4th St., N.W., Jasper. In lieu of flowers, the family requests

contributions be made to the First United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 1298, Jasper, FL 32052.

PEPERA, Andrew J. Pepera


Andrew J. Pepera passed away Saturday September 5, at the Little-Griffin Hospital in Valdosta, GA at the age of 65 years,

following an illness of some duration. He was born in Poland and on coming to this country 40 years ago, settled in Peru, IL.

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From there he came to Madison 21 years ago, where he lived until his death. He is survived by his wife, the former Miss

Victoria Baron, whom he married in Poland, seven children and four grand-children. They are Messrs. Stanley, Alexander and

Stanton Pepera; Misses Helen, Victoria and Mary Pepera, and Mrs. Frank Littleton. The grandchildren are Joyce and Helen

Marie Littleton, Constance and Iris Pepera. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon in the Catholic Church. Interment

was in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Mr. Pepera was a life-long member of the Catholic Church. He was a prosperous farmer, but for

the past several years had been living retired.

PEPERA, Sarah Pepera


Sarah Pepera died Monday morning in the Ware County Hospital, at Waycross, GA following injuries received Saturday night in

an automobile collision just within the Waycross City limits. The tragic accident occurred, police told members of her family,

when a pick-up truck pulled out from a lunch stand into the highway and sideswiped a car occupied by soldiers. The soldiers’ car

swerved to the left into the path of Mrs. Pepera’s car in a head-on collision. One soldier died Saturday night as a result of the

accident. Other occupants of the car were Mrs. Pepera’s son Tommy and her brother, Pete Rutherford. Mr. Rutherford was

very seriously injured and was taken to the Waycross Hos[pital. Tommy had minor injuries. They were enroute to Savannah to

accompany their mother, Mrs. Mitchell Rutherford, home from a visit with relatives there. Besides her son, Mrs. Pepera is also

survived by a daughter, Jacqueline, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Rutherford, two brothers, Pete and Mitchell, Jr., and one

sister, Mrs. Charles Tibbals, of Rogersville, TN.

PEPERA, Victoria Pepera


Mrs. Victoria Pepera, age 80, died Saturday at the local hospital after an extended illness. She was born in Poland but had been

living in the USA since her youth. She was a member of the Church of St Vincent de Paul here. Survivors include three

daughters, Mrs. Frank Littleton, of Madison; and Mrs. Victoria Jackson and Mrs. Mary Wilson, both of Jacksonville; three sons,

C. S. Pepera, of Madison; and Stanley and Howard A. Pepera, both of Jacksonville; nine grandchildren and one sister, Mrs.

Antonette Slocik, of North Lake, IL. A requiem mass was held Monday in Church of St Vincent de Paul and burial was in Oak

Ridge Cemetery.

PEPLINSKI, Ronald Earle Peplinski Sr.


NAHUNTA — Ronald Earle Peplinski Sr., age 66, of Nahunta, passed away suddenly Sunday (March 6, 2016) at his home. Born in

Flint, MI, Dec. 1, 1949, he was the son of the late Florian Peplinski of Hesperia, MI, and Elizabeth Densmore, of Grand Blanc,

MI. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Sheila Lynn Griffis Peplinski. He was a devoted, caring and loving husband,

father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and son who spent his life doing for and helping others. He was the type

of man that would give you the shirt off his back, then turn around and button it for you and yet ask nothing in return. He made

it a point to help anyone that he came into contact with, family or not. He was the most honest and genuine man you could ever

meet. His family was his No. 1 priority and nothing came before them. When he loved, he truly loved with all of his heart. He

retired as a meat cutter in 2003 from Piggly Wiggly in Nahunta, but also worked with Cauley’s Meat Packing in Waycross,

Harvey’s Supermarket in Waycross and Brunswick, Mock’s IGA in Brunswick and Woodbine, and Mickey’s in Blackshear. Nothing

made him happier than spending time with his family. He enjoyed working in the yard and was not scared of a little housework.

When he wasn’t busy doing things in the yard he enjoyed playing on his iPad or checking out what new things his family was

posting on Facebook. He was a United States Army veteran, where he proudly served his country during the Vietnam War and

later was stationed in Korea and Germany. He earned the rank of sergeant. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Army

Commendation Medal, Air Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Republic of Vietnam Service Medal

and Campaign Ribbon, and the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry. He is survived by his wife, Lila Marie Peplinski of Nahunta;

four children, Cindy Elizabeth (Jack) Robinson of Hamlet, NC, Rhonda Mechelle (James) Griffin of Waycross, Ronald Earle

(Pamela) Peplinski Jr. of Nahunta, and the light of his life, his 9-year-old son, Timothy Michael Peplinski of Nahunta; four step-

children, Dawn (Jason) Taylor of Yulee, FL, Andrea (Stormy) Mellette of Hoboken, Scott Choffin of Cleveland, Ohio, and

Christina (Andrew) Simpson of Massillon, Ohio; 11 grandchildren, Justin (Heather) Wildes, Tracey (Stephanie) Wildes, Jackeline

Robinson, Annsley Peplinski, McKenzie Peplinski, Katelynn Peplinski, Christian Peplinski, Kierra Peplinski, James (Amber) Griffin

Jr., Adam Griffin and Chloe Griffin; three great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Wildes, Shayla Wildes and Emilee Wildes; 10 step-

grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; his step-mom, Doris Rollins, of Hesperia, MI; a brother, David (Judy) Peplinski of

Michigan; five sisters, Peggy Gilbert, of Nevada, Beverly Dennison, of California, Yvonne Davila, of Michigan, Vonda (Ray) Hall, of

Michigan, and Trudy (Chuck) Renney, of Michigan; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at

Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in High Bluff Cemetery near Hoboken.

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PEPPERS, Anna Castleberry Peppers


Services for Anna Castleberry Peppers, 86, of Thomasville, are Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home chapel.

Interment will follow in Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Peppers passed away Oct. 13, 2011, at Golden Living Center. She was retired

from Warnco and a member of Northside Baptist Church. She was born Dec. 10, 1924, in Beachton. She married Homer A.

Peppers, who preceded her in death on May 12, 1979. She leaves to cherish her memories a son, David Peppers; two grandsons,

David and Bruce; one great-grandchild, Amber; and, one great-great-grandchild, Elizabeth.

PEPPERS, Claude Laverne Peppers


Claude Laverne Peppers, 19, of Live Oak, R 3, died Wednesday afternoon of last week and funeral services were held Friday

afternoon in the Live Oak Presbyterian Church. The deceased is survived by his parents, four sisters and six brothers. Noah

Peppers of Madison is one of the brothers.

PEREZ, Anthony Michael Perez


Mr. Anthony Michael Perez, age 14, of Pearson, GA passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, in Pearson, GA due to injuries

sustained in a motor vehicle accident. A native of Athens, AL, Anthony was born on February 6, 1996, the son of Simon

Hernandez and Catalina Perez. He was a 9th grade student at Atkinson County High School. Survivors include: parents: Simon

Hernandez and Catalina Perez of Pearson, GA; 1 brother: Giovanni Alfredo Hernandez of Pearson, GA; 1 sister: Alexis Guadalupe

Perez of Pearson, GA; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services for Mr. Perez were Friday, August 6, 2010, at St.

Paul Catholic Church in Douglas, GA. The interment followed in Sweetwater Cemetery in Pearson, GA. Relihan Funeral Home was

in charge of the arrangements.

PERHAM, Jeanine Elizabeth Perham

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/02/jeanine-elizabeth-perham/)

Jeanine Elizabeth Perham, age 68, of Valdosta died at her residence on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. She was born on March 3,

1950 in Washington DC to the late Herman O. and Mary LeFiles Newton. Ms. Perham was a homemaker and was of the Methodist

faith. Survivors include her son James Compton Perham of West Palm Beach, FL; two grandchildren, Chase Alexander Perham

and Alexis Michelle Warren both of Lakeland, GA; two cousins, Richard Echols of Richmond, VA, and Ramona Seabold of

Nashville, TN. Service for Jeanine Elizabeth Perham will be at the Carson McLane Funeral Home.

PERKINS, Aurelia Dorsett Perkins

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 19 September 2017)

Loving wife, mother and grandmother, Aurelia Dorsett Perkins, age 100, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2017, in

Tallahassee where she resided for many years. She was born October 16, 1916, in Fenholloway, near Perry, FL, to Carrabelle and

Grover Cleveland Jackson. Aurelia was preceded in death by the “love of her life,' her husband, Henry P. Dorsett, a business and

civic leader in Perry, to whom she was married for 40 years, and later, by second ...husband, Jack Perkins of Tallahassee. She

was also predeceased by her brothers, Broward, Morgan and James Jackson and a sister, Jewel Hutchinson. She is survived by

one sister, Mary Jane Pozzo of Huntsville, AL, and by two daughters, Gale Dorsett (John) Dickert of Madison, FL and Dianne

Dorsett (Bob) Davis of Tallahassee and three grandchildren, John (Angie) Davis of Tallahassee; Dina Dickert (Mike) James of

Monticello, FL; Lisa Dickert (Jim) Flournoy of Madison, FL and seven great-grandchildren: Ryan Davis, Fort Myers, FL; Ethan

Davis, Wilmington, SC; Dakota Davis, Tallahassee, FL; Jim and John Flournoy, Madison, FL; Danielle and Heather James,

Monticello, FL and many nieces and nephews. A gifted musician, Aurelia shared her love of music all of her life, starting at age

13 when she played violin in church for her father, a Baptist minister. For over 60 years, she was a faithful pianist at church,

first as a member of First Baptist Church in Perry, and later, as a member of Tallahassee’s Forest Heights Baptist Church. And,

loving to entertain well into her 90s, she often delighted family and friends at family gatherings by “tearing up the keyboard”

with a rollicking rendition of “ragtime” and Christmas songs. An avid gardener and floral designer, Aurelia served as president of

Perry Garden Club several times and was a member for over 60 years. As one of Florida’s first Master Flower Show Judges, she

often judged regional shows and taught Floral Design at Taylor Technical Institute. After moving to Tallahassee, she was an

active member of Tallahassee Garden Club for many years. She was also a tough bridge competitor, belonging to clubs in Perry

and Tallahassee. She loved to play bridge and golf and was once Women’s Golf Champion at Perry Golf and Country Club. Her

gentle manner, kindness and artistic contributions lifted the spirits of all who knew her. A funeral service will be at Burns

Funeral home on Friday, September 22, 2017. An interment service will follow immediately afterward at Woodlawn Cemetery in

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Perry. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Perry Garden Club, P. O. Box 33, Perry, FL 32348 or Boys and Girls Club, 918

N. Washington St., Perry, FL 32347.

PERKINS, Carlos Henry Perkins


Carlos Henry “C.H.” Perkins, age 69, of Fredericksburg, VA, passed away Sunday (Jan. 27, 2019) at his residence. He was born in

Georgia, the son of the late Bennie Reginald Perkins and Gloria Gay. He retired from the United States Army in 1989 and Civil

Service in 2016. Survivors include his loving wife, Kathleen Perkins, one son, Christopher Perkins and his wife Michelle Perkins,

one daughter, Jessica Sullivan, one granddaughter, Rylee Perkins, three brothers, Emory Perkins, Bennie Perkins, Sonny Gay, two

sisters, Beverly Stoup and Jane Hite, and a large number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings,

Richard Perkins, Bobby Perkins, Sandy Gay and Gail Gay. Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service, Fredericksburg is entrusted with

the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the charities of American Heart Association or

American Diabetes Association.

PERKINS, Dr. Edward William Perkins


Dr. Edward William Perkins, colonel USAF retired, 62, of Fleming Island, Fla., died Saturday (Jan. 10, 2009) at home surrounded

by his family. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Madeleine; his mother, Marjorie; sister, Deborah; daughters, Mary

Katharine, Martha, Meghan; son, Nicholas; and grandchildren, Connor, Luke, Liam and Lily. His interest in medicine began after

his graduation from Phillips Exeter Academy in Exeter, N.H. He graduated from the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY

He received his medical degree from George Washington University Medical School in Washington, D.C. He spent 20 years in

the United States Air Force traveling with his family and serving as a hospital commander. The remainder of his career was

spent as an emergency room physician. There was no better husband or father. He enjoyed his family and friends and they loved

him. His sense of humor and his steadfast integrity will be missed. A memorial mass will be held at St. Catherine's Catholic

Church in Orange Park, Fla., today at 5 p.m. A reception will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Boy

Scouts of America and Community Hospice of Northeast Florida. Arrangements are with Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral

Home, 950 Park Ave., Orange Park, Fla. (904) 264-2481.

PERKINS, Heidi Renee Drury Perkins


Heidi Renee Drury Perkins, age 40, of Waycross, died Saturday (June 3, 2017) at her parents’ residence after a sudden illness.

She was born in Waycross to Thomas Joel and Kathy Hickox Lee. She had spent all her life in Waycross and went to Brantley

County High School. She had a great passion in life for the time she spent with her children and all other kids that she looked

after. She was an exceptional cook and music enthusiast. She is survived by her three children, Harley Logan Drury, Ethan

Taylor Drury, Benjamin Colton Perkins, all of Waycross; her parents, a sister, Wendy Drury of Waycross, two brothers, Wade

Drury of Waycross, Ruel Lee of Waycross, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A private memorial service will be

held for family and friends. Memorialization will be by cremation. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PERKINS, James Perkins Jr.

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 25 September 2018)

James “Jim” Perkins, Jr., age 78, of Hahira passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2018 in the Lakeland Villas after a lengthy

illness. He was born September 4, 1940 in Plant City, FL to the late James O’Neal Sr. and Corrine Barker Perkins. Jim worked

clearing land as a Heavy Equipment operator for many years, and was a member of Ousley Baptist Church. Along with his

parents, he is preceded in death by 3 sisters, Pat Dubois, Mary Dunkle, and Cherry Perkins. Survivors include his wife of 10

years Dian C. Perkins of Hahira, GA, daughter Darlene Giarrusso of Orlando, FL; son & daughter-in-law Darryl (Karrie) Perkins of

St. Louis MO, 7 grandchildren; Angela Giarrusso, Mandy (Sean) Davidson Justin Perkins, Chloe Perkins, Hailey Perkins, Joe

Giarrusso, Michael Giarrusso, 4 great grandchildren; step children; Brandy Baker (Brad) of Hahira, GA, Scott Land (Lynn) of

Mobile, AL, step grandchildren; Amber Higginbotham (Travis), Ashley Land, Hannah Baker, Sarah Baker, Nathan Baker, Mary

Baker, sisters & brothers-in-law; Stephanie & Don Underdonk of AZ, Janice & Mike Kunai of Port Richie, FL, Cindy & Butch

Taylor of Perry, FL, brothers & sisters-in-law; Timothy & Kathy Perkins of Florida, Jerry & Deanna Perkins of Perry, FL, Ronnie

& Lynn Perkins of Key West, FL; and a number of nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be held

Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Ousley Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. The caring and compassionate

staff of Music Funeral Services is serving the Perkins family.

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Merle Frances Knowles Perkins, age 87, better known as “Polly”, born, June 22, 1924, in Perry, Florida, to the late A. W. and

Bertie Wilson Knowles passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2012. Polly graduated from Taylor County High Class of 1942 and

Florida College for Women and Florida State University in 1947 with a B.S. in Elementary Education. She earned a Masters in

Reading from Florida State. She worked with the U.S.O. in Munich, Germany during WW#II. She taught for 35 years in Miami

and Taylor County. She retired from Taylor County Schools June 1986. She married E. Powell Perkins January 2, 1993. She is

pre-deceased by her husband E. Powell Perkins, her parents, A.W. and Bertie Wilson Knowles, and a brother Huel A. Knowles.

She is survived by her loving sister, Doris Basnar Kelynack, nephews; John Basnar, Jr. and family, Joel H. Knowles and family,

and nieces, Anna Tumlin and family, Joyce Kinstle and family and Jerry Knowles and family, step-children; Cheryl Gardieff and

family, Dale Perkins and family, and Vicky Whitfield and family, (7) step-grandchildren, and (3) step-great-grandchildren also

survive. Funeral Services will be held at First Baptist Church on Sunday, January 15, 2012. Interment will follow at Woodlawn

Cemetery.

PERKINS, Richard Reginald Perkins Sr.


Richard Reginald Perkins Sr., age 63, died Tuesday (Sept. 11, 2018) in Lake City, FL, from injuries suffered in an automobile

accident. He was born in Wayne County but had resided most his life in Waycross. He was a 1973 graduate of Waycross High

School and a former employee of Clayton Homes of Waycross. He also served in the National Guard and attended The

Pentecostals of Waycross. His parents were the late Richard Reginald Perkins and Gloria Wainwright Gay. He was preceded in

death by a brother, Bobby Perkins, and a brother-in-law, Dewayne Hite. He is survived by his wife, Teresa West Perkins of

Hoboken; a daughter, Stacy Perkins of Hoboken; two sons, Rege (Karla) Perkins of Nahunta, and Abraham Sapp of Hoboken;

three grandchildren, Kali Perkins, Regan Perkins and Westin Perkins; two sisters, Beverly (Jimmy) Stroup of Hoboken, and Jane

Hite of South Carolina; three brothers, C.H. (Kathy) Perkins of Falmouth, VA, Emory Perkins of Blackshear, and Benny Perkins

of Waycross; a sister-in-law, Janice Perkins of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Wednesday (Sept.

19) at The Pentecostals of Waycross. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PERKINSON, Helen Smith Perkinson


Helen Smith Perkinson, age 87, of Waycross, died Thursday (Feb. 27, 2014) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an

extended illness. She was born in Red Oak, NC, to the late Ciscero Lloyd Smith and Nina Ayers Smith and lived here for 57

years. She retired from SunTrust Bank and was a member of Central Baptist Church. She had a vibrant life and always enjoyed

travelling with the Merrymakers, spending time with her family, shopping and especially decorating at Christmas time. In

addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Clifton Perkinson; four sisters, Florene Hedgepeth,

Viola S. Walker, Cornelia S. Driver and Virginia J. Clark; and four brothers, Richard Smith, C. Elton Smith, Lloyd Smith and

Herman Smith. Survivors include 2 daughters, Sandra Garbutt, of Vidalia, and Jessica Brasington, of Charlotte, NC; 2

grandsons, Neil Morris, of Waycross, Brad Morris, of Atlanta; 2 granddaughters, Buffie Jones, of Rota, Spain, Anna-Maria

Wright, of Charlotte, NC; 6 great-grandchildren, Emily Morris, Elijah Morris, Mac Jones, Lily Kate Jones, Andrew Wright and

Cooper Wright; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Sunday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home.

Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PERLA, Donald Perla – Death Announcement


A memorial service for Donald Perla took place Saturday in the Music Funeral Home Chapel.

PERMENTER, Jean Pierce Permenter


Jean Pierce Permenter, age 82, of Valdosta, GA passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at Lake Haven Nursing Home. She was

born on April 10, 1935 in Lakeland, GA to the late R. M. Pierce and Maggie Bass Pierce. She was a supervisor for Levi Straus and

retired in 1990. After retiring she worked in the Echols County School’s lunch room. She loved spending time with her

grandchildren, cooking and gardening. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her brother, Roy Pierce and brother-

in-law, Bob Murray, and the father of her children, Walter Permenter. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Charlene

(Dan) Davis of Valdosta, GA; son and daughter-in-law, Freddy (Patsy) Permenter of Statenville, GA; step-son and daughter-in-

law, Gene (Paula) Permenter of Auburndale, FL; She was adoringly called Granny Jean by her grandchildren, Rob Permenter,

Kaitlyn Permenter, Clayton Davis, Danielle Davis and Brandy Permenter Jordan; five sisters, Virginia (Winston) Ganas of

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Lakeland, GA; Brenda (Howard) Ray of Lakeland, GA; Barbara Murray of Lakeland, GA; Sharon (Freddy) Ramsey of Valdosta, GA;

Sandra (Larry) Luke of Lakeland, GA; sister-in-law, Liz Pierce of Blairsville, GA; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family

members. Funeral services will be Friday, March 2, 2018 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow

in Fender Cemetery.

PERRIN, Brenda V. R. Perrin


Brenda V. R. Perrin, age 34, of 862 Watson St., Blackshear, passed away Friday (Dec. 18, 2015) at her residence. She was born

in Bronx, NY, the daughter of Alberta Trueluck of Blackshear, and the late John E. Perrin, of Bronx, NY. She attended 1199

High School in the Bronx and enjoyed her hobbies of singing and decorating. She is survived by two lovely daughters, Myracle

Wade and Skila Wade, that will cherish the memories of their mother; 1 sister, Sara Baptiste of Blackshear; 2 brothers, John

T. (Teameeka) Trueluck, Lucas D. E. Perrin, both of Gainesville, FL; 5 aunts, Lydia (Ohio) Harris, Karen (Odion) Trueluck-OSawe,

Brenda Broadnax of Ocala, FL, Angelus Perrin, Kim Perrin of Bronx, NY; 2 great-aunts, Hattie Williams and Frances Jacobs,

both of Blackshear; 4 nieces, Mar-Keya Trueluck, Kameryn Baker, Kyndall and Jarden Trueluck; 1 great-nephew, Jabari Sutton, 1

great-niece, Londyn (LahLah) Trueluck; special cousins, Ethin Eady of Ocala, FL, Crystle Harris of New York, Charity McCloud;

and a host other relatives. She was preceded in death by uncles Gerald Harris (Sharon), Albert Trueluck Jr. The funeral was

Monday at Rainge Memorial Funeral Home. Memorialization was by cremation.

PERRITT, Camilla Perritt


Camilla “Millie” Perritt, age 86, of Pierce County, died Thursday (June 15, 2017) at Waycross Health and Rehabilitation following

a short term illness. She was born in Waycross to William Register and Allie Lee Womble Register. She graduated from the

Waycross City School System and received her registered nursing degree from St. Joseph Hospital Nursing School in Savannah

in 1952. She began her career in nursing at the Atlantic Coastline Hospital in Waycross and finished her 51 years of nursing as

director of nursing education at Pierce County Nursing Home. She retired at age 72. She was a member of the Georgia

Association of Nurses Long Term Care (GANLTC) and Georgia Nurses Association (GSN) and was a longtime volunteer with the

Southeast Cancer Unit. She worked alongside her husband, Richard Perritt, at the Waycross News Stand for 20 years and was

well known for her delicious chicken salad sandwiches. She was a member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church and was active in

R.T. Lee’s Sunday School Class until her health no longer allowed her to attend. She was preceded in death by her parents, her

husband, of 50 years, Richard H. Perritt, an infant daughter and all three of her siblings, Roger Register, Buck Register and

Catherine Hannan. She is survived by her children, Richard (Pam) Perritt, Camilla Denton and Daryl (Stacey) Perritt, nine

grandchildren, Richie Perritt, Darlene Perritt, Paige (Ryan) Young, Lee Denton, Calida Osti, Maggie Manders, Alex Denton,

Steven Perritt and Jessica Perritt, six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. In addition to

the family listed, she leaves behind to cherish her friendship and love, her dear sister-in-law, Bettie Jo Palmer Sweat, of

Oveido, FLand a brother-in-law, Robert Hannan, of Ft. Myers, FL. A private graveside service will be held in Oakland Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her honor to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St.,

Waycross, GA 31501 or the Sweat Memorial Building Fund, 510 W. Blackshear Ave., Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is

in charge of the arrangements.

PERRITT, Dorothy Q. Perritt


Dorothy Q. “Dot” Perritt, age 83, died Wednesday (Oct. 26, 2016) at Bacon County Hospital in Alma after a brief illness. She

was a native of Haines City, FL, who lived most of her life in Waycross. She was a member of Deenwood Baptist Church,

Waycross Woman’s Club, Red Hat Society and Eleven O’Clock Club of Waycross Elks Lodge No. 369. She also attended Gospel

Lighthouse Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry Marie Quarterman and Mattie Frances Robuck

Quarterman, her husband, Spencer Lamar Perritt, and three brothers, Gene Quarterman, Glynn Quarterman and Lynn (Pet)

Quarterman. Survivors include her daughter, Tina Laine (Robin K. Sr.) Simpson of Waycross; two sons, Bryan Kevin (Annette)

Perritt of Waycross, and Rickey Lamar Perritt of Waycross; two sisters, Billie Fernandes, of Charleston, SC, and Mary Sue

Goble of Middleburg, FL; five grandchildren, Kevin (Josey) Perritt, Keith Simpson Jr., Melissa (Travis) Clark, Rebecca Perritt

and Johnathon Simpson; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral will be Sunday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial

will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way,

Waycross, GA 31501, or Okefenokee Humane Society, 1501 Blackwell St., Waycross, GA 31501.

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James Robert Perritt, age 73, died Tuesday (March 15, 2016) at Coffee Regional Medical Center after an extended illness. He

was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. He served in the United States Army and was co-owner of Perritt Tractor

Service. He was a member of West Carswell Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Lonell Clinton Perritt and Edith Lavina

McQuaig. He was preceded in death by two brothers, William Lonell Perritt and Raymond Monroe Perritt. Survivors include his

wife, Rita Hayes Perritt, of Waycross; one son, James David of Waycross; one daughter, Gina Robyn of Waycross; 3 brothers,

Thomas Lewis (Sylvia) Perritt, Joseph Clinton (Barbara) Perritt and Daniel Lee Perritt all of Waycross; 2 sisters, Edith Nell

Schmidt of Social Circle, and Doris Faye (Jim) Rutland of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will

be Saturday at Music Funeral Home. Memorialization is by cremation.

PERRITT, Joseph Clinton Perritt (Abstracted from the 10 November 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

Joseph “Joe” Clinton Perritt, age 72, died Thursday (Nov. 8, 2018) at St. Vincent Medical Center in Jacksonville, FL, following a

short illness. He was a native of Waycross and lived most of his life here. He was a retired mechanic from John Deere in

Savannah. He attended Abundant Life Church in Blackshear. He was the son of the late Lonell Clinton Perritt and the late Edith

Lavina McQuaig Perritt.He is survived by his wife, Barbara of Waycross, a daughter, Missy Perritt of Texas, a son, Craig Perritt

(wife, Rachelle) of Blackshear, six grandchildren, one great-grandson, two sisters, Edith Nell Schmidt of Social Circle, and Doris

Faye Rutland of Waycross, two brothers, Thomas Lewis Perritt of Waycross, and Daniel Lee Perritt of Waycross, numerous

nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Monday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

PERRITT, Melba Moore Perritt


Melba Moore Perritt, 64, died Sunday afternoon (June 3, 2012) at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Jesup following a long illness.

She was a native of the Bickley Community and a lifelong resident of Waycross. She was a homemaker most of her life and a

member of Salem Methodist Church. She was a daughter of the late Emory Glenn Moore and Winnie Myrtle Surrency Moore.

Survivors include her husband of 37 years, William L. Perritt, of Waycross; two daughters, Elizabeth Rene’ Westberry (husband

Shannon), of Waycross, and Rebekah Anne Hamelin (husband Roger), of Blackshear; six grandchildren, Roger Hamelin II, Joseph

Hamelin, Justin Hamelin, William Brandon Silver, Breanna Megan Ryan and Brittany Michelle Noel (husband Chris); three sisters,

Sara Delane Tinsley (husband George), of Macon, Nellie Faye Tuten, of Denmark, S.C., and Patsy Martin (fiancé Sherrill

Strickland), of Waycross; two brothers, E.D. Moore (wife Luz), of Knoxville, Tenn., and Aubry Glenn Moore (wife Brenda), of

Bickley; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Moore Cemetery. The family

will receive friends at the cemetery Wednesday from 1 until 2 o’clock. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com

PERRITT, Raymond Monroe Perritt


Raymond Monroe Perritt, age 72, died Sunday (March 23, 2014) at Satilla Care Center after an extended illness. He was a

native and lifelong resident of Waycross. He was the owner and operator of Perritt Tractor Service and a member of Kettle

Creek Southern Congregational Methodist Church. He was the son of the late Lonell Clinton Perritt and Edith Lavina McQuaig.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Harry Eugene Perritt and William Lonell Perritt (Melba), and one sister-in-law,

Bertha Perritt (Joe). Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Elerson Perritt; 1 son, Thomas Monroe Perritt, of Waycross; 1

daughter, Penny Sterling Perritt Townsend, of Waycross; 4 grandchildren, Austin Monroe Perritt, Mia Hope Perritt, Kace Ann

Perritt and Virginia Genevive Morong; 4 brothers, James Robert (Rita) Perritt, Thomas Lewis (Sylvia) Perritt, Joseph Clinton

(Barbara) Perritt and Daniel Lee Perritt, all of Waycross; 2 sisters, Edith Nell Schmidt, of Social Circle, and Doris Faye (Jim)

Rutland, of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be Thursday at the Music Funeral

Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PERRITT, William L. ‘Bill’ Perritt


William Lonell “Bill” Perritt, 72, died Thursday evening (July 19, 2012) at Hospice House Satilla after a sudden illness. He was a

native and life-long resident Ware County. He was preceded in death by his wife Melba Ann Moore Perritt, and his parents,

Lonell Clinton Perritt and Edith Lavina McQuaig Perritt. He was a member of Deenwood Baptist Church and had retired as a

heavy equipment mechanic from Perritt Tractor Service after many years of service. He had served with the United States Air

Force after graduating from Wacona High School in 1958. Survivors include two step-daughters, Elizabeth Renee’ Westberry

(husband Shannon), of Waycross, and Rebekah Anne Hamelin (husband Roger), of Blackshear; six grandchildren, William Brandon

Silver, Breanna Megan Ryan, Roger Hamelin II, Jospeh Hamelin, Justin Hamlin, and Brittany Michelle Noel (husband Chris); soon

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to be born twin great-grandchildren; five brothers, Monroe Perritt (wife Carolyn), Robert Perritt (wife Rita), Tom Perritt (wife

Sylvia), Joe Perritt (wife Barbara) and Dan Perritt, all of Waycross; two sisters, Edith Nell Schmidt, of Social Circle, and Doris

Faye Rutland, of Waycross; three sisters-in-law, Sara Delane Tinley (husband George), of Macon, Nellie Faye Tuten, of

Denmark, SC, and Patsy Martin (fiancé Sherrill Strickland), of Waycross; two brothers-in-law, E.D. Moore (wife Luz), of

Knoxville, TN, and Aubrey Glynn Moore (wife Brenda), of Bickley; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside

service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Moore & Lee Cemetery of Bickley. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PERRY, Andy Perry


Andy Perry, age 50, of Brunswick, GA, fought a hard battle but lost his fight with Pancreatic Cancer on Thursday, April 9, 2015

at Southeast Georgia Health Systems Brunswick Campus. Mr. Perry was born the 31st of March, 1965 in Perry, FL. Andy was a

great husband, son, brother, uncle and was affectionately known as "Uncle Pickle". For the past 15 years he was very well known

in the Brunswick area for his business "Perry Drywall, Remodeling and Handyman Services." He was active in his attendance at

the Golden Isles Church of God. Andy is survived by his loving wife, Tracie Pittman-Perry of Brunswick, GA; his father Theron

(Bonnie) Perry and Hazel Crews of Perry, FL; 1 sister, Amy (Scott) Cunningham of Lafayette, LA; 1 brother, Aubrey (Carmelita)

Perry of Puyalupa, WA; 2 step-brothers, T. J. (Laura) Thompson of Live Oak, FL and Matt (Melissa) Thompson of Lake City, FL;

and 2 step-sisters, Angie (Morris) Bratcher and Lydian Landry of Perry, FL; 22 nieces and nephews and numerous aunts, uncles

and cousins. Mr. Perry was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Lillian Ratliff. Funeral service will be held Monday,

April 13, 2015 at the Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home, with a graveside service Tuesday, April 14, 2015 in Woodlawn

Cemetery, Perry, FL. Interment following graveside service. Family requests any memorial contributions be made in the honor of

Andy to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Ave, Ste. 200, Manhattan Beach, CA. 90266. Arrangements are

entrusted to Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home, and J. P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry FL.

PERRY, Anne Dunman Perry


Anne Dunman Perry, age 87, of Valdosta, GA passed away on November 11, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born

on August 15, 1931 in Pinehurst, GA to the late James Monroe Dunman and Anne Harper Dunman. She worked with Sears as a

manager in the children’s department for many years. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, William

Henry Perry and numerous brothers and sisters. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Patti and Randy McCullar of

Valdosta, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Peggi and Quinton Pulido of Valdosta, GA; son, Ken Perry of Morven, GA; grandchildren:

Matt McCullar, Jeff McCullar, Ben McCullar, Megan Henderson (Ashley), Perry Pulido, Lynn Pulido, Fowler Perry, Morgan Perry

and Aaron Perry; great grandchildren: Charlie Henderson and Jack Henderson; special daughter-in-law, Donna Fowler of

Valdosta, GA; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral service will be at the First Baptist Church

Chapel in Valdosta with burial to follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Fellowship Home at

Brookside, 470 Fellowship Lane, Valdosta, GA 31602. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services is caring for

Mrs. Perry’s family.

PERRY, Bonnie J. Perry


A memorial service for Bonnie J. Perry, age 59, is Saturday at Power House of Faith, 1608 Louisiana Ave., Waycross. She was

born Oct. 10, 1954 to the late Robert Perry and Euris Bowden Cooper. She was a graduate of the Waycross High School, class

of 1972. She departed this life Sunday, Mothers Day (May 11, 2014). She was also preceded in death by her grandmother,

Pearlie Bowden, and three siblings, Donnie Bowden, Clifford Perry and Warren Cooper Jr. Left to cherish her memories are a

son, Moses (Mary) Perry, of Brunswick; 2 brothers, Ralph (Phyllis) Perry and Wock (Sharon) Harris, of Powder Springs; 2

sisters, Evelyn Perry and Shirley Cooper, of Waycross; 2 uncles, Elisha Bowden, of Douglas, and James Bowden, of Waycross; 3

aunts, Arbell Kates, of Waycross, Hazel Melvin, of Charlotte, NC, and Cora Eason, of Waycross; nieces and nephews, Felicia and

Latricia Cooper, Mekia (Dexter) McFarland, Richard Taylor Jr., Kito Perry, Tiffany Taylor, Jasmine Harris; and other relatives.

The family will host a repast at the family residence, 911 “J” St., immediately following the memorial service. Arrangements are

entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, 1100 Ossie Davis Parkway, Waycross.

PERRY, David Evans Perry


David Evans Perry, age 69, was pronounced deceased Friday (Feb. 6, 2015) at his residence in Waycross. He was born in

Waycross to the late Recil Perry and Esta Mae Evans Perry. He attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and Georgia

Southern University. Before continuing his education, he owned and operated several independent gasoline stations affiliated

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with Dixie Oil Company. In 1978, he graduated from Woodrow Wilson School of Law with a juris doctorate. He established a

private law practice in Tifton before being appointed district attorney of the Tifton Judicial Circuit in the early 1980s. He

served as the district attorney in the Tifton area for many years. He then moved to Albany where he served as an assistant

district attorney in the Dougherty Judicial Circuit before re-establishing himself in private law practice for several years.

Desiring to return to public service, he returned to prosecuting by serving as an assistant district attorney in the Southwestern

Judicial Circuit in Americus and surrounding counties. He then moved to Jesup and became the chief assistant district attorney,

and later the interim district attorney for the Brunswick Judicial Circuit. After completing service in that judicial circuit, he

accepted the responsibility of serving as the chief assistant district attorney in the Savannah-Chatham Judicial Circuit before

moving to finish out his career and to retire from public service while serving as an assistant district attorney in the Cordele

Judicial Circuit. Upon retiring, he moved back to Waycross. He served as Bishop for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day

Saints for many years in Tifton. He is survived by his two sons, Gregory C. (Dr. Stephanie L.) Perry, of St. Simons Island, and

John Lindsey Perry, of Dahlonega; 5 grandchildren, Jayne Alexandra Perry Hatch, David Chadwick Perry, Shane Kaitlyn Perry

and Gregory Kyle Perry; 2 sisters, Saralyn P. Hancock, of Waycross, and Glenda P. (Donald) Millagan, of Burlington, NC; and

numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside memorial service will be Saturday at Oakland Cemetery in Waycross. Memorialization

is by cremation. Music Funeral Home, Waycross, is in charge of arrangements. Donations for remembrance may be made to

charities conducting research for Cerebral Palsy and Autism.

PERRY, Diane Adle Reese Perry


BLACKSHEAR — Diane Adle Reese Perry, age 74, of Blackshear, passed away Saturday (May 2, 2015) at her residence. Born in

Jacksonville, FL, on Feb. 2, 1941, she lived in Italy for three years because of her husband’s career, followed by a move to

Texas and then back to Jacksonville before making Pierce County her home for the last 16.5 years. She worked in the Textile

business while in Jacksonville but settled into being a housewife and devoted grandmother the last several years. She was a

member of Bristol Baptist Church and enjoyed playing bingo and eating her dill pickles and olives. She dearly loved her

grandchildren who gave her the greatest joy. She was a daughter of the late David William and Pearl Love Reese. She was also

preceded in death by her husband, Harold Duane Perry, a granddaughter, Paula Busher, and a brother, David Henry Reese.

Survivors include 1 daughter and son-in-law, Beverly (Gary) Bagley, of Blackshear; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, James (Diana)

Allen, of Jacksonville, and Robert (Jina) Perry, of Blackshear; 2 brothers, Michael (Jean) Reese and Robert Reese, all of

Jacksonville; 9 grandchildren, Brandi (Chase) Godwin; Mike Bagley; Christian Perry; Jesse Perry; Nancy McDaniel; Alexis Baker;

Rita (Carlos) Mosquera; Carrie (Robert) Franklin; and Dina (Fred) Balow; 15 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and

several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Thursday at Bristol Baptist Church. Interment will be in the

Bristol Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA

31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc., of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PERRY, Ezelia Perry


A celebration of life service for Ezelia Perry, 86, will be held Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Fluker Funeral Home Chapel, 985 Ossie

Davis Parkway. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. She departed this life on Tuesday (Dec. 3, 2013) at Lillian Carter

Health & Rehab Center, Plains, after an extended illness. She was born Jan. 3,1927, in Waycross, to the late John Perry and

Cheese Wooden Perry. She received her formal education from the public school system of Waycross and graduated from

Center High School in 1945. She went on to become a licensed practical nurse in 1957. She worked in the field of health care

for many years in Wilmington, DE, before her retirement. After retiring and because of an illness, she returned to Georgia in

2005. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Those left to cherish her memory

include 1 sister, Queen Jenkins, of Albany; nephews, Nikita Jenkins (Leslie), of Elgin, TX, Maurice Jenkins (FeLisa), of Hilliard,

OH, Wlliam Jenkins (Angela), of New Cumberland, WV; niece, Pearlie Mae Dunlap (Roger); numerous cousins, including Gloria J.

James (Willie Soul), Mary James Williams and Corastine Smith (Kenneth), all of Waycross; and other relatives. Arrangements

are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PERRY, Francis Parks Perry, Sr.


Francis Parks Perry, Sr., aged 51, of Jacksonville, brother of J. R. Perry, Vice-President of the Merchants and Farmers Bank of

this city, died suddenly Saturday afternoon while at work in the mail car of a Miami-bound train near West Palm Beach. He was

a railway mail clerk. Mr. Perry was a native of Florida and had been a resident of Jacksonville for 24 years. He had been in the

railway mail service for 24 years. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Winnie Lee Perry; daughter, Miss Joan Perry, of

Jacksonville; a son, Francis Parks Perry, U. S. Army; a sister, Mrs. Mae Townsend, Lake City; and four brothers, J. R. Perry, of

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Madison, FL; W. A. Perry of Tecumseh, OK, J. P. Perry of Lake City, and George E. Perry of Jacksonville. Funeral services were

held Tuesday morning in Jacksonville.

PERRY, Gene Lee Perry

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 17, 2005)

Gene Lee Perry, 51, of Route 1, Hoboken died Saturday (Nov. 12, 2005) just one day shy of his 52 birthday. He was born Nov. 13,

1953 in Brunswick, as the son of Juanita (Pickett) and Henry Perry. Shortly after birth, he moved with his family to Alma. He

was educated in the public schools of Bacon County and later moved to Indiana. He returned to Hoboken after several years of

work as a self-employed vendor. Gene was never part of the "system" as he never applied for or received a social security

number. He was truly a self-made entrepreneur. He became ill and was transported to St. Vincent's Medical Center in

Jacksonville, Fla. Survivors include his father, Henry Perry; his mother, Juanita Linder; both of Hoboken; two brothers, James

H. Perry of Hoboken and Warnell Perry of Phoenix City, Ariz.; one sister, Alma Perry, also of Hoboken, and a host of other

relatives and friends. A funeral is scheduled for Friday at 1 p.m. and will be held at the Solid Rock Holiness Church in Hoboken

with Pastor Lawrence Hill officiating. Burial will be in the Hoboken City Cemetery. The body will be placed in the church one

hour prior to the time of service. There will be a viewing and visitation service held Thursday evening from 4 to 6 in the chapel

of Jacobs Funeral Home in Blackshear.

PERRY, Gussie Mae Perry


Gussie Mae Perry, a homemaker, age 85, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2009 at the Lafayette Health Care Center in Mayo. She

was a native and lifelong resident of Mayo, FL, and the daughter of the late Allen A. Buchanan and Osie Mae Turlington. Mrs.

Perry was a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and past member of the American Legion of Mayo. She enjoyed a

lifelong love of quilting. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Aubrey Perry in 1980, 2 sons; Joseph Warren Perry

and Thomas Aubrey Perry. Survived by (4) sons; Charles A. (Paula) Perry of Lubbock, TX, Paul J. (Judy) Perry of Edgewater, FL,

Donald T. (Jana) Perry of Quincy, FL, Richard O. (Wanda) Perry of New Port Richey, FL, (1) daughter; Sandra M. Perry of Mayo,

FL, (2) brothers; Buddy Buchanan and Ray Buchanan, both of Mayo, FL, (4) sisters; Bernice Addison,, Roxie Stubbs both of

Mayo, FL, Eliza Black, of Williston, FL, and Osie Gunter, of Steinhatchee, FL, (9) grandchildren, (11) great-grands, and a host of

nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel in Mayo, on Monday,

June 8, 2009. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Haven Hospice of

Suwannee Valley.

PERRY, J. Roe Perry


J. Roe Perry, age 78, retired banker, died early Friday morning at Madison County Memorial Hospital, after a few weeks illness.

He had been engaged in the banking business for 52 years and was president of the Merchants and Farmers Bank here for a

number of years before his retirement. He was also connected with banks in Live Oak, Lake City and Miami. Survivors are his

wife, Mrs. I. Roe Perry, of Madison; two sons, J. R. Perry, Jr., of Grand Junction, CO and Jack Perry, of Jacksonville; one sister,

Mrs. Mary A. Townsend, of Lake City; two brothers, J. P. Perry, of Lake City, and George E. Perry, of Jacksonville. Interment in

Bethel Cemetery in Columbia County.

PERRY, Mrs. J. M. Perry


Mrs. J. M. Perry, aged 86 years, mother of Mr. J. R. Perry, vice-president of the merchants and Farmers Bank, died Friday

morning, February 10th at her home in Lake City. Mrs. Perry was born in Georgia but spent the greater part of her long and

useful life in Columbia County, just outside of Lake City. Funeral services were held Saturday in Lake City and interment was in

the family burying place near there. Survivors are five sons: J. R. Perry, Madison; George and Parks Perry both of Jacksonville;

Alfred Perry of McLeod, OK; and Price Perry of Lake City; one daughter, Mrs. J. A. Townsend, Lake City; and a number of

grandchildren.

PERRY, James W. Perry


James W. Perry, age 56, died Saturday in Gainesville. He was a native of LaFayette County and had lived in Mayo most of his

life. He was a member of the Lake City First Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lovella Perry of Mayo; one

daughter Miss Eva Perry of Gainesville; a son, Wilmer Perry of Mayo; his father, Leonard Perry of Mayo; his mother, Mrs. Ocie

Stewart of Madison; a brother Ira Perry of Perry; and one sister Mrs. Evelyn Yarborough of Madison.

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PERRY, Jimmy Lee Perry


A celebration of life service for Jimmy Lee Perry will be Friday at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 1700 Martin Luther King

Drive. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. Born June 26, 1940 in Waycross, he was the oldest of eight children born to the

late Jordan Perry II and Frances Williams Perry. He received his formal education from the Waycross public school system and

graduated from Center High School in 1959. He served as class president and was a star running back for the varsity team

where he was known for his outstanding speed. He furthered his education by attending Florida A&M University in Tallahassee,

FL. He joined Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He was united in holy matrimony to Louise Reed and this union

was blessed with a daughter and two sons. His love for sports, especially football, manifested itself in him by coaching little

league football and playing in the Adult Football League. He worked and retired with 37 years of service from CSX

Transportation. On Thursday (Sept. 24, 2015) he entered into eternal rest after a brief illness. In addition to his parents, he

was preceded in death by a brother, Jordan Perry III, and a sister, Charlotte Perry Spencer. Those left to cherish his memory

include his devoted wife of 56 years, Louise Reed Perry; 1 daughter, Sheena (Anthony) Causer of Waycross; 2 sons, Jimmy

(Melline) Perry Jr., of Blackshear, and Jason (Bettie) Perry of Kenner, LA; 1 granddaughter, Jyssica Perry: 3 grandsons, Henry

E. (Miranda) Chubb, Demarius Causer and Anthony DeMetrius Causer; 1a great-granddaughter, Nakiyah Chubb; 2 sisters, Alice

Faye (Albert) Boyd of Waycross, and Athylene (Wade) Grant of Blackshear; 3 brothers, Franklin (Eldra) Perry of Memphis, TN,

Davis Perry of Jacksonville, FL, and Martin (Ann) Perry of Birmingham, AL: sister-in-law, Ester Perry of Forrest, MS; brothers-

in-law, Paul Spencer of Hopewell, VA, Bennie (Diane) Reed of Waycross, and Curtis (Veronica) Reed of Brunswick: uncles,

Clifford (Yvonne) Williams of Waycross, and Glenmore (Rose) Perry of Erie, PA; and nieces, nephews, cousins and other

relatives. Friends are being received at the family residence, 1405 Bokum Street. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker

Funeral Home.

PERRY, John Isaiah Perry III


John Isaiah Perry III, 77, of Waycross, died Monday (Nov. 18, 2013) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after a short illness. He

was born in Atlanta to the late John Isaiah Perry Jr. and Thelma Agnes Yates Perry. He lived in Savannah and Jacksonville, FL,

before moving to Waycross in the 1980’s. He worked for the Salvation Army and was a member of The Salvation Army Church.

He enjoyed playing Texas Hold’em, loved to draw and was a great musician. He loved animals, especially dogs. He was a veteran

of the Florida Army National Guard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Donald Perry. He is

survived by his best friend and wife of 10 years, Kathleen Johnston Perry, of Waycross; 1 son, Johnny Perry; 2 step-sons,

Victor (Myrtice) Proctor, of Waycross, and Mark Proctor, of Palm Bay, FL; 2 brothers, Bill Perry, of Port Ritchie, FL, and David

Perry, of Shreveport, LA; 1 sister, Barbara (Ben) Walker, of Denver, CO; 5 grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other

relatives. A memorial service will be Saturday at the Salvation Army Church, 401 Ethel St., Waycross. Memorial contributions

may be made to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 704, Waycross, GA 31502. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PERRY, Kathleen Johnston Proctor Perry


Kathleen Johnston Proctor Perry, age 62, of Waycross, was promoted to glory Thursday (Feb. 12, 2015) at Hospice Satilla

Hospice House after a short illness. She was born in Boston, MA, to the late Lewis Johnston and Eleanor Towlan Johnston. She

grew up in Fisher, IL, and has lived in Waycross since 1971. She was a Christian, a homemaker and loving wife, a patriot and a

40-year soldier of The Salvation Army Corps who loved working with the community. In addition to her parents, she was

preceded in death by her late husband, John Perry, and one sister, Trina Johnston. Survivors include her sons, Mark Proctor,

Victor and Myrtis Proctor; 5 grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles and other relatives. A memorial service will be held at The

Salvation Army Church, 401 Ethel St., Saturday at 3 p.m. Memorialization is by cremation. Memorial contributions may be made

to the family, c/o The Salvation Army, 977 Tebeau St., Waycross GA 31501. Miles-Odum is in charge of the arrangements.

PERRY, Lawrence C. Perry


The funeral for Lawrence C. Perry, 70, who died Tuesday morning (Sept. 11, 2012), will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Welch &

Brinkley Mortuary. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, the day

of the funeral. Friends may also call at the residence of Geraldine Perry, 1407 Bethune St. Memorialization will be by cremation.

He was a native of Waycross and attended Waycross public schools. He was a former member of Antioch Baptist Church. He

was the son of the late Willie James and Sangree Perry. He was preceded in death, by a son, Lawrence C. Perry Jr., and a

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brother, John Perry. He was retired from CSX Transportation Co. after many years of service. He is survived by his wife,

Geraldine Perry, of Waycross; a daughter, Nancy Perry, of Jacksonville, FL; four sons, Curtis (Robyn), Anthony Perry, of

Waycross, Keith Perry, of Jacksonville, FL, and Michael G. Perry, of Waycross; one sister, Linda C. Perry, of Waycross; one

brother, Willie James “Sonny” (Yvonne), of Kansas; and several aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins, grandchildren, one

great-grandchild, other relatives and friends. Welch & Brinkley Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

PERRY, Lillie Belle Perry


A celebration of life service for Lillie Belle Perry, 81, will be Friday at Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1122 Pittman

Street. She was a native of Whigham (Grady County) and she moved to Waycross at an early age after the death of her

parents. She received her formal education from the public school system and graduated from Center High School. She was the

second oldest of five children of the late Isaac and Marie Moore. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Perry,

who died March 26, 2003 after 48 years of marriage. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and became a

dedicated, loyal and devoted member of Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church where she served in a number of capacities

including as a deaconess, a member of the Senior Choir, the Celestial Singers, the kitchen committee and past president of the

Progressive Club. She was also life member of Ocean Star Chapter 183 Order of Eastern Star. She departed this life on

Saturday (Dec. 21, 2013) at Satilla Care Center after an illness. Those left to cherish her memory include 2 daughters, Pamela

Perry Simmons (Ricky, Sr.) of Augusta, and Janice Sheffield of Savannah; 3 grandchildren, April Sheffield Logan of Raleigh, NC,

Ricky Simmons Jr. and Kenneth Simmons, both of Augusta; 9 great-grandchildren; 2 special nieces, Alice Faye Boyd and Barbara

Blue, both of Waycross; 1 special nephew, Johnny Famer, of Waycross; numerous of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other

relatives. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PERRY, Lorraine Marie Perry

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 4 July 2015)

Lorraine Marie Perry, age 90, of Mayo, FL, passed away July 4, 2015, at Suwannee Valley Haven Hospice following an extended

illness. Lorraine was born February 10, 1925 in Gardner, MA, to Alyre Joseph Cormier and Helene Marie (Gogern) Cormier. Mrs.

Perry was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church of Mayo. She was a homemaker who in her spare time enjoyed gardening,

crocheting, quilting, and doing needlepoint. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alyre Joseph Cormier and Helene Marie

Gogern Cormier. Mrs. Perry is survived by 1 daughter, Carol Marie Perry Culler, of West Palm Beach, FL, 1 sister, Geraldine

Marie Cormier Mosier, of Mayo, 2 brothers, Leo Cormier, of Gardner, MA, and Gerald Cormier, of Erica, CA, 2 grandsons,

Jeremy and Brian, 1 great-grandson, Liam, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. The family will hold a

memorial service Saturday July 11, 2015 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Memorial contributions can be made to Haven

Hospice at 6037 US Hwy 90 W, Lake City, FL 32055. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of

Mayo.

PERRY, Nancy L. McKinney Perry


Mrs. Nancy McKinney Perry, 61, of Mayo, FL passed away Tuesday April 20, 2010 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Perry. Mrs.

Perry was born April 30, 1948 in Lafayette County to Eunice Calhoun McKinney and the late Theron McKinney. She graduated

from Lafayette High School before moving to Columbia SC where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the

University of South Carolina. She then moved to Tallahassee, FL, where she earned her Master’s Degree from Florida State

University before returning to Lafayette County 12 years ago. Mrs. Perry worked as a nurse for 36 years, achieving the title of

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner. She attended Mayo Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife and step-mother who

enjoyed reading and knitting in her spare time. Mrs. Perry is survived by, her husband of 6 years, David Perry, of Mayo, her

mother, Eunice McKinney, of Mayo, 5 step-sons, Heath (Kelli) Perry, of Winder, GA, Cedric (Tracy) Perry, of Live Oak, FL,

Joshua Perry, and Cheston Perry, both of Mayo, and Levi (Ashley) Perry, of Tallahassee, FL, 1 brother, John McKinney, and 1

sister, Kay Wimberly, both of Mayo, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. Perry

will be conducted Friday April 23, 2010 at Mayo Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Airline Cemetery.

PERRY, Ronnie H. Perry


Mr. Ronnie H. Perry, age 51, of Valdosta, GA, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2017, at his residence. Mr. Perry was

born November 11, 1965, in Douglas, GA, to Dorothy Hatten Perry and the late Harold Deen Perry. Survivors include: mother;

Dorothy Perry of Broxton, GA; daughter; Sarah Perry of Hahira, GA; son, Jackson Perry of Hahira, GA; sister, Cynthia and her

husband Pete Caucci of Douglas, GA; brothers, Stanley Highsmith and his wife Rose of Valdosta, GA, and Larry Highsmith of

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Valdosta, GA, The love of his life and the mother of his children; Pam Perry of Hahira, GA; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services were Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at the Pridgen Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in

charge of the arrangements.

PERRY, Thomas G. Perry, Sr.


PALATKA – Thomas G. Perry, Sr., age 66, a former city commissioner and first full time fire chief, died December 5th in a

Gainesville hospital following a long illness. Perry had been fire chief since the death of Capt. A. G. Philips in 1958. He served

since 1928 as a volunteer and assistant chief. He was a native of Madison. He had been active in various youth groups as an adult

leader and was an avid local sports enthusiast. Perry had been a member of the First Presbyterian Church since 1921 and was

ordained a deacon in 1933. He also obtained the highest lay office, ruling elder. He was for many years, Sunday school

superintendent. Survivors include three sons, Tom, Jr., Samuel K. and James H., all of Palatka; three sisters, Mrs. Mary

Fernside of Palatka; Mrs. Ted Rathel and Mrs. Oren Bernheim, both of Live Oak; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren

PERRY, Vonice Stone Perry

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 28 December 2011)

Mrs. Vonice Stone Perry, age 84, of Douglas, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at Coffee Regional Medical Center in

Douglas following an extended illness. Mrs. Perry was born on November 9, 1927, in Douglas to Edwin and Minnie Stone. She was

retired from Sims Funeral Home where she was a secretary. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milledge Perry; sister,

Sue Stone; and brother, George Stone. Survivors include 1 son, Wayne (Pam) Perry of Douglas; 3 sisters, Frances (Grady) Carver

of Douglas, Tommie Vivian Stone of Douglas and Helen Smith of Pacific Grove, CA; 2 brothers, Jimmy Stone of Douglas and Joel

(Mary) Stone of Dublin; 3 grandchildren, Sandy (Mark) Dixon, Tammy (Shane) Merson and Kayla Perry; and 5 great

grandchildren. Funeral services were Friday, December 9, 2011, at the 1st Congregational Christian Church. Interment followed

at the Sand Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

PERSALL, Brenda Little Persall


Brenda Little Persall, 51, of Waynesville, died Wednesday (July 25, 2012) at her residence of an apparent heart attack. She

lived most of her life in Brantley County, was a member of Little Memorial Baptist Church and was a homemaker. She was

predeceased by her father, Denever Little, and her sister, Bonnie Little. Survivors are her husband, Billy R. Persall, of

Waynesville; four sons, Wayne (Chrisie) Waters, of Baxley, Derek (Beth) Addis, Darin Addis and Devon Addis (fiancee Elizabeth

Spradley), all of Jesup; her mother, Mary Little, of Hortense; a sister, Liz Jacobs, of Hortense; two brothers, Denever Little

and Gary Frantum, both of Hortense; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A funeral was scheduled for 11 a.m. today

at Little Memorial Baptist Church with the Rev. Keith Brown and the Rev. Emory Wilson officiating. Interment will be in the

Little Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be family members. Visitation was scheduled for 9:30 to 11 this morning at the church

prior to service. Rinehart and Sons Funeral Home of Jesup is in charge of arrangements.

PERT, Cornelia Iola Pert


Mrs. Cornelia Iola Pert, 95, died at her home in Jacksonville Monday night, and funeral services and interment were held in that

city yesterday. Among the survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Tredinick, of Jacksonville, and three sons, W. S. Pert, of St. Cloud;

Albert Pert, of Jacksonville; and D. B. Pert, of Quincy. Mrs. John Kiser of Madison is a sister.

PERT, Haywood Gordon Pert, Sr.,


Haywood Gordon Pert, Sr., resident of Palatka for the past 45 years, died there last Wednesday. Mr. Pert was born in Madison

County, and was a brother of Mrs. John Woodard and Mrs. John Mercer of Madison.

PERT, Lura Mae Pert

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL February 20, 2015)

Lura Mae Pert, age 89, of Perry, FL, passed away February 20, 2015, at Doctor's Memorial Hospital in Perry. Lura Mae was born

February 16, 1926 in Perry, FL, to Wesley Cope and Vesty (Mixon) Cope. Mrs. Pert was a member of Westside Baptist Church in

Perry. She like gardening and quilting, and enjoyed canning vegetables and jellies. Mrs. Pert was a devoted wife, mother, and

grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents Wesley and Vesty Cope, her husbands John Charlie Gunter and Jessie

Ray Pert, daughters Stella Mock and Janie Ratliff, son Johnnie Gunter, brothers William Cope and George Cope, and her sisters

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Viola Powell, and Carrie Ruth Cope. Mrs. Pert is survived by her son Joe Gunter of Perry; 4 daughters Annie Mae Buchanan of

Steinhatchee, Shirley Blue of Perry, Mary Ann (Walter) Cox of Perry, and Becky (Bruce) Conner of Bonita Springs; 3 step sons

Randy Pert, Wayne Pert, and Michael Pert; 2 step daughters Sherry Poloske and Mona Griffith; 1 sister Juanita Spears of

Seattle, WA; 31 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and

nephews. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Perry on Tuesday, February 24, 2015. Interment will

follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry. Memorial contributions can be made to Covenant Hospice, 1921 Capital Circle NE,

Tallahassee, FL 32308.

PERT, Ora Marie Pert

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder, Madison, Florida, June 20, 2008)

Ora Marie Pert, age 87, died Monday, June 16, 2008, in Dowling Park. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 18, at Beggs

Funeral Home in Madison, with burial at Bethel Creek Cemetery. She was born in Lyons, GA and moved to Dowling Park from

Tarpon Springs in 1966. She was a homemaker and a member of the Dowling Park Church of God. She is survived by 2 sons,

Kenneth B. Pert of Homasassa, and James R. Pert of Holiday; 2 daughters, Norma J. Leonard and Patricia Shelby, both of

Dowling Park; 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

PERULLO, Camillo L. Perullo


Camillo L. Perullo, age 89, of Valdosta, GA passed away Thursday, November 9, 2017 at Langdale Hospice House. He was born on

February 20, 1928 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Henry Enrico Perullo and Mary S. Marino. He is a veteran of the United States

Navy. After the military he worked as a communications Supervisor with AT&T. After retirement he worked as a realtor in

Panama City, FL. He enjoyed spending time with family, fishing, woodworking, putting together puzzles and playing shuffle board.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Joan Perullo. Survivors include 2 daughters, Mary

Perullo Waters and Kathleen Perullo Kerwin both of Panama City, FL; 4 sons and daughters-in-law, John Perullo of Marlboro, NY;

Henry Perullo & Ilonka Terry of Panama City, FL; Michael & Leigh Anne Perullo of New Hope, FL; Frank & Theresa Perullo of

Valdosta, GA; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and a sister, Amelia Epstein of Lancaster, PA. Funeral Services will be

Saturday, November 11, 2017 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Valdosta, GA. As per his wishes following the service

he will be cremated and a private entombment will be held in Panama City, FL. In lieu of flowers please make donations to St.

John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 800 Gornto Road, Valdosta, GA 31602 or Langdale Hospice House, 2263 Pineview Dr.

Valdosta, GA 31601. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services/Azalea Crematory of Valdosta is serving Mr.

Perullo’s family.

PETERS, Amber Leann Peters


Amber Leann Peters, age 37, of Valdosta passed away Sunday, June 25, 2017 at her residence. She was born on August 22 1979

in Hahira, GA to Jimmy Dean Peters and Sandy Wynn Jewell. Amber enjoyed spending time with her children and attended

Ministry Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her grandfathers, Jay Harrell and Harry Edward Peters, grandmother,

Betty Lee Peters, aunt, Brenda Kay Peters and a stepfather, Carol Richardson. Survivors include her mother & stepfather,

Sandy & Tony Jewell of Ray City; father & stepmother, Jimmy & Candy Peters of Ray City; sons, Trey Jackson of Ray City and

Isaiah Jackson of Ray City; brother & sister-in-law, Justin & Robyn Peters of Hahira; sister, Emily Peters of South Carolina;

grandmother, Helen Harrell of Ray City; step-daughters, Aysia Robinson of Valdosta and London Robinson of Valdosta; mother-

in-law, Dianna Register; step-mother, Roxanne Peters of South Carolina; sister-in-law, Ranisha Sao of Warner Robins; several

nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 29, 2017 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music

Funeral Services with burial to follow in Cat Creek Cemetery.

PETERS, Beverly Ann Peters


Mrs. Beverly Ann Peters, age 71, of Douglas, GA passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2010, following an extended illness. Mrs. Peters

was born on January 4, 1939, to the late William Benjamin and Luetta Messing Fox, and she was the widow of John Roy Peters,

Jr. Mrs. Peters was self-employed and was a member of the First Community Church. A memorial service was held in the Chapel

of Sims Funeral Home on Sunday, April 11, 2010. Survivors include 2 sons: Jeffrey (Ann) Aaron Peters of Douglas, GA and John

Benjamin Peters of Niagara Falls, NY; 1 brother: Ronald Fox; 1 sister: Shirley Gerg of Hemet, CA; and grandchildren: Theresa

Louise Peters, Wendy Louise Peters, Heather Smalley, Christopher Smalley, Cordelia Hines, and Craig Smalley. Sims Funeral

Home was in charge of arrangements.

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PETERS, Donald Peters

(Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL August 5th, 2014)

Donald ‘Buster’ Peters passed from this life on Thursday, July 24, 2014 after battling a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.

He was born October 20, 1930 in Geneva County AL. He moved to Palm Harbor, FL; where he spent most of his adult years. He

was a retired finish carpenter and contracted with U.S. Homes for 30+ years. He was also a 1st Lieutenant for the Palm Harbor

Volunteer Fire Department for many years. Don loved to fish, hunt, and travel however his most enjoyable times were spent

with his family. After his retirement, he and his wife moved to Jefferson County FL, where he enjoyed the quiet times. He is

survived by his wife of 62-years, Edna Peters of Monticello/Lloyd Community; 3 daughters, Suzanne Peters, Beverly (Glenn)

Sneddon and Cindy (John) Caple all of Monticello/Lloyd Community; 1 brother, G. H. Peters of Dothan AL; 5 grandchildren, Hiedi

Benhart, of Jacksonville, FL, William J. (Amber) Benhart of Waynesville, NC, Amanda (Bryan) Keiderling of Palm Harbor, Tara

(Arron) Estep of Crawfordville, FL, and Candice Caple of Palm Harbor; 8 great-grandchildren; and several loving nieces and

nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Larry, his parents Euell David and Willie Gertrude Peters, three sisters, and a

brother. Don had requested to be cremated. A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, August 23,

2014, at his home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Big Bend Hospice in his name.

PETERS, Edith Perryleen Peters

(Abstracted from the 27 October 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mrs. Edith Perryleen Peters, age 78, of Orange Park, FL, passed away Saturday, October 21, 2017, at Brooksdale Orange Park,

FL. Mrs. Peters was born on May 7, 1939, in Alma, GA, to the late Donald Davidson and Mary Elizabeth Davidson. Survivors

include, her daughters, Athena and her husband Roger Goddard of Douglas, GA, Vicky and her husband Randall McKinnon of

Douglas, GA, son, Cecil Snipes of Jacksonville, FL, Shane Snipes of Jacksonville, FL, five grandchildren, Adam Hughes, Amanda

Tharp, Tammy Robertson, Sara Snipes and Mathew McKinnon; eight great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and several

nieces and nephews.

Graveside service were Wednesday, October 25, 2017, at the Meeks Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PETERS, Karen Lynn McGuire Peters

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 7 August 2018)

Panama City, FL: Karen Lynn McGuire Peters, age 62, died August 7, 2018 at Panama City, FL. A graveside service will be

Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, FL. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL is entrusted with the

arrangements. She is preceded in death by her parents, Walter Sim McGuire, Sr. and Arlene (Kelley) McGuire. She is survived

by her loving brothers, Walter Sim (Glenda) McGuire, Jr. of Panama City, FL and Michael D. (Paula) McGuire of Pace, FL, two

nieces, Angela McGuire of Winslow, IL and Stacey McGuire of South Wayne, WI, two nephews, Jason McGuire and Jordan

McGuire, Pace, FL, two great nephews, Anthony and Buster and two great nieces, Kearsten and Hannah, two great-great

nephews, Bryson and Brantley.

PETERS, Patsy Peters

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 17 January 2016)

Patsy Peters, age 63, of Thomasville passed away Sunday, January 17, 2016 at Grady County Hospital after a sudden illness. She

was born on June 27, 1952 in Valdosta, GA to the late Eston & Betty Lou (Tomlinson) Peters. She was a member of New Bethel

Baptist Church. She loved watching her monkey in the window and listening to music in her room. Along with her parents she was

preceded in death by her grandparents, D.E. & Lucille Tomlinson and W.R. & Martha Peters. Survivors include sister & brother-

in-law, Tammy (Ellsworth) Davis of Ray City, GA; Pam Peters of Ray City, GA; a number of aunts, uncles & cousins, a niece, Sarah

Pendergrass of Dasher, GA; a nephew, Larry Cone, Jr., of Tifton, GA; special aunt, Joann Zipperer of Lake Park, GA. A

celebration of her life will be Wednesday, January 20, 2016 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to

follow in Cat Creek Cemetery.

PETERS, William Henry Peters


William Henry Peters, age 68, of Ray City, GA passed away Thursday, October 25, 2012 in South Georgia Medical Center after a

sudden illness. He was born October 25, 1944 in Hahira, GA to the late Henry & Ruth Joyce Peters. He was a member of the Cat

Creek Primitive Baptist Church in Lowndes County. William's loving smile and outgoing personality will be missed by all his family

and friends. He was a cattle farmer and will be remembered for his bull, Hammerhead. Mr. Peters, in addition to his parents,

was preceded in death by a daughter, Billie Ann Peters, by a sister, Lynell Peters and two brothers-in-law, Charles Gibbs and



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Francis Parker. His survivors include his wife Cathy Peters, of Ray City, GA; their children Scotty Peters (Rose), of Engima, GA;

Billie Jo Johnston, of Corpus Christi, TX; Tora Stewart, of Atlanta, GA; Jason Peters (Jessica), of Ray City, GA; Robert Keeffe

(Brandy), of Norfolk, VA; James Keeffe Lakeland, GA; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild; two sisters Christell Gibbs,

of Ray City, GA and Jeanette Parker, of Hahira, GA; mother-in-law Ruth Kent, of Nashville, GA; and a number of nieces and

nephews. Services will be held Saturday, October 27, 2012 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to

follow in the Cat Creek Cemetery in Lowndes County. Donations can be made to the Cat Creek Cemetery Fund. Music Funeral

Services of Lakeland is serving the family.

PETERSEN, Mildred M. Petersen


Mildred Miles Petersen, 78, of Waycross, died Friday (May 23, 2008) at Satilla Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.

She was born in Brantley County to the late John L. Miles Sr. and Kathleen Hiers Miles. Shortly after marriage, she and her

husband moved to Green Cove Springs, Fla.; from there they lived in Houston, Texas before moving back to Waycross in 1969.

She graduated from Georgia Teachers College in Statesboro and went on to become a second grade teacher. After moving back

to Waycross, she worked the majority of her life in the egg business on the family farm. She retired from farming in 1984.

Throughout life her greatest love was spending time with family, especially her children and grandchildren. She was a member

of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church where she enjoyed being a member of the Joy Group, the Benevolent Committee and the Adult

Couples Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Clifton "Pete" Petersen, and two brothers, John

L. "Snooky" Miles Jr. and Charles Miles. She is survived by a son, Roney Petersen (wife Wanda), of Waycross; two daughters,

Kathy Martin (husband Nolan), of Metter, and Kirsten Foster (husband David), of Jacksonville, Fla.; her grandchildren, Robert

Ham Jr., (wife Sara), of Centreville, Va., David Ham (wife Jessica), of San Antonio, Texas, Sarah Petersen, of Waycross,

Elizabeth Petersen, of Waycross, Wesley Martin, of Metter, Miles Martin, of Metter, Carlie Foster, of Jacksonville, Fla.,

Cooper Foster, of Jacksonville, Fla.; great-grandchildren, Robin Ham, Benny Ham, Joshua Ham, Isaac Ham, Rex Ham, Abby Ham,

Jacob Ham; a brother, Donald Miles (wife Ernestine), of Waycross; two sisters, Deniece Crews (husband Wesley), of Waycross,

Margaret Heller (husband Richard), of Jacksonville, Fla.; two sisters-in-law, Claude Annie Miles, of Waycross, and Vera

Petersen, of Groves, Texas; a brother-in-law, Donald Petersen, of Groves, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews and other

relatives. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The

family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant

Valley Baptist Church, Route 2, Box 349, Waycross, Georgia 31503. Sympathy may be expressed by signing online at

www.milesodumfuneralhome.com.

PETERSON, Benny Joe Peterson


Mr. Benny Joe Peterson, age 81, of Douglas, GA, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical

Center following an extended illness. Mr. Peterson was born in Coffee County on April 15, 1936, to the late Rexford Peterson

and the late Bernice Baker Peterson Wall Anderson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Rexford

Allen Peterson. Mr. Peterson had been self-employed for many years in the transportation and set-up of mobile homes. He

enjoyed his family, grandchildren, and his church family. Mr. Peterson enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting with his friends. He

was a United States Navy veteran. He was a member of West Ward Street Church of God. Survivors include his wife: Eulene

Purvis Peterson of Douglas, GA, two sons: Rodney Neal Peterson and Mark Harper both of Douglas, GA, five grandchildren:

Savannah (Raul) Torres, Kirk Peterson, Kollin Peterson, Marina Harper and Ephraim Harper all of Douglas, GA; two great

grandchildren: Phoenix Torres and Jeremy Harper both of Douglas, GA; three sisters: Margaret (Jimmy) Tuten of Blackshear,

GA, Patsy Day of Ambrose, GA, and Joan Wall of Douglas, GA; three sisters-in-law: Maudine Wright, Annelle (Loran) Shrouder

and Dale (Wendell) Batten all of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Friday, September

22, 2017, at West Ward Church of God. The interment followed in Satilla Memorial Gardens. Ricketson Funeral Home was in


PETERSON, George Peterson Jr. III


Funeral for George Peterson Jr. III, 68, of 225 Old Fargo Road, Homerville, who died Saturday (Feb. 24, 2007) at South

Georgia Medical Center, will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Morning Star Baptist Church with Elder Danny L.Buskey officiating.

Burial will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. Friends are being received at the Peterson home and from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Fluker

Funeral Home of Homerville. He was a native of Homerville, the son of the late George Peterson Jr. II and Mary Lacey Peterson.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Daisey Mae Clark Peterson, siblings, James Peterson, Corine Thompson and Altomese

Peterson. He was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Julia Peterson and Altomese

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Neloms, both of Waycross; one brother, Curtis Peterson, of Homerville; two sisters, mary McMillian, of Adel, and Ossie M.

Lewis, of Miami, Fla.; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two stepsons, Lenzy Mack, of Waycross, and Timothy Mack, of

Miami; four step daughters, Linda Jean Godwin, Waycross, Pamela Griffin, of Jacksonville, Fla., Ophelia Linder (Eddie), of Miami,

Fla., and Irene Pressley (Robert), of South Carolina; a host of other relatives. Arrangements are with Fluker Funeral Home.

PETERSON, James Joseph Peterson


James Joseph “Jim” Peterson, PhD, age 59, of Valdosta, passed away at Langdale Hospice house Thursday (Aug. 6, 2015) after

an extended illness. He was born Feb. 4, 1956, in Wilmington, NC, to John Thomas Peterson Sr. and the late Mildred Kermon

Peterson. He lived many years in Pierce County where he graduated from Blackshear High School in 1974. Along with his mother,

he was preceded in death by an older brother, John T. Peterson Jr. He received his Ph.D. in education from Georgia State

University in philosophy. He was an adjunct professor for Valdosta State University and Embry Riddle at Moody Air Force Base.

He served many years in the medical technology field working for the state of Georgia, multiple local hospitals, and taught

medical technology at Waycross-Ware Technical College (now Coastal Pines). He also served as a contractor in federal law

enforcement with FEMA and as a police officer for the Waycross Police Department. He was a member of the National Rifle

Association (NRA) and an avid firearms collector. He enjoyed teaching, giving individual firearm lessons, as well as hunting and

fishing. He was a fan of the University of Georgia athletics, Valdosta State athletics and the Atlanta Braves. He attended

Morningside Baptist Church and was a member of the Morningside Rusty Harrell Sunday School Class. Survivors include his

father and step-mother, John Thomas (Lorraine) Peterson Sr., of Waycross; 4 sons, Andrew Peterson, of Naples, FL, Matthew

(Whitney) Peterson of Mooresville, NC, Daniel Peterson and Stephen Peterson both of Valdosta; 1 sister, Deborah Peterson of

Valdosta; 1 brother, Gary L. Peterson of Columbus; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Saturday at

Morningside Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of South Georgia, 2263 Pineview Drive,

Valdosta, GA 31602, American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org, and/or Morningside Baptist Church in memory of Dr. Peterson,

Ph.D., 2604 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA 31602. Music Funeral Services/Azalea Crematory, of Valdosta, is serving the family.

PETERSON, Janet Matheny Peterson

(Abstracted from John Bullard 11 September 2020)

Janet Matheny Peterson, age 74, peacefully passed away and entered eternal rest Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020, at her home in

Monroe, GA with her husband Robert and family by her side. Janet was born in Madison, FL on Sept. 12, 1945, to the late

Candler and Shelly Matheny. Janet was a graduate of Madison High School and was the Captain of her cheerleading team. Janet

married Robert Peterson, of Jasper, FL in 1967 and they began their new life together in Jacksonville, FL. Janet was a very

bright and talented lady who spent her career working as an executive assistant. She loved to travel with Robert and would

often visit the Florida beaches or get away to the Smokey Mountains. She was known for her "green thumb," grew the prettiest

flowers and could create masterpiece floral arrangements. Janet was a devout Christian and was very public about her faith.

She is survived by Robert Peterson, husband of 53 years; son, Matthew Peterson; son, Adam Peterson and his wife, Nicole; six

grandchildren: Emily, Natalie, Madelyn, Noelle, Austin and Amelia. Also surviving is brother, Victor Matheny; brother, Tommy

Matheny and his wife, Oneida; sister-in-law Mary Fitzpatrick and sister-in-law, Thelma Lucas; along with many beloved nieces,

nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her brother, Mahlon and sister, Nancy. The family will be hosting a memorial

service in Madison, FL honoring her life with family and friends at a later date. We would also like to express our sincerest

gratitude for the wonderful help and care given by Abbey Hospice of Social Circle, GA.

PETERSON, John Thomas Peterson Sr.


John Thomas Peterson Sr., age 86, died Saturday (Feb. 2, 2019) at his residence. He was born and raised in Wilmington, NC, but

he moved to Waycross in 1965. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. In December 1984, he retired

from CSX Railroad as assistant to the shop superintendent after 39 years. He was employed by ACL in Wilmington, SCL in

Jacksonville and CSX in Waycross. After retirement, he served as assistant magistrate judge to Judge Eddie Linton. While

living in Blackshear, he was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church where he served as an R. A. Leader. He was currently a

member of Jamestown Baptist Church where he helped start the Faithful Followers Sunday School Class. He was preceded in

death by his parents, Johnny Joseph Peterson and Muriel Williams Peterson, and two sons, John Thomas Peterson Jr. and James

Joseph Peterson. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Larraine Byrne Peterson of Waycross; one son, Gary Lee (Melinda) of

Hamilton; one daughter, Deborah Lynn of Valdosta; one step-daughter, Pamela Crawford (Richard) of Waycross; 12

grandchildren, Josh, Jeremy, Emily, Brad, Eric, Jordan, Ryan, Andrew, Matthew, Daniel, Stephen and Stacia; 11 great-

grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at Jamestown Baptist Church. Burial will follow in

Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PETERSON, Kenneth Paul Peterson


A celebration of life service for Kenneth Paul Peterson, age 66, will be Saturday at Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, 1085 Ossie

Davis Parkway. He was born Oct. 18, 1951 in Waycross, the youngest child of the late W.R. Peterson and Ruby Adams Peterson.

He received his formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Center High School in 1969

where he was voted the most popular student his senior year. At an early age, he formed and led the band, Toll Darkness, where

he coined local hits such as “Love Makes Me Do Foolish Things,” “She’s My Lady” and “Party.” In their years as a band, Toll

Darkness appeared on NBC’s Parade of Stars and opened for James Brown during his performance at the Waycross City

Auditorium. He joined Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church as a child. Later in life he continued to use his musical gifts as a drummer

and singer in the music ministry of Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church and also each Wednesday at Noon Day Hour of Power, where

he was the original drummer. He departed this life on Saturday (Oct. 28, 2017) after an illness. In addition to his parents, he

was preceded in death by sisters, Wanda P. Oliver and Doretha Mitchell, a brother, Phillip A. Peterson, and a nephew, Gregory

Mitchell. He leaves to cherish his memory a son, Zhaloyn (Sharon) Peterson Sr.; a daughter, Jamia (Tony) McKelvin;

grandchildren, Kalaybria Peterson, Zhaloyn “LJ” Peterson Jr., Judah Mitchell and Keylee McKelvin; nieces, Oneida Oliver-

Sanders (Shawn), Alexis Mitchell, Zandria Dukes and Veronica McCoy; a nephew, Omar Oliver; an aunt, Rosa Bell Chisholm; a

host of great-nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of Shawn and Oneida

Sanders, 807 Eads St. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PETERSON, Lewis Stanley Peterson

(Abstracted from John Bullard 4 Sept. 2020)

Lewis “Lou” Stanley Peterson, age 76, of Madison FL, gained his wings Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at South Georgia Medical

Center. Graveside rites will be at Weeks Chapel United Methodist Church, 5754 Cool Springs Rd, Norman Park, GA 31771. Social

distancing guidelines will be followed, and masks are recommended. Born January 18, 1944 in East Norwalk CT, he was the son of

the late Charles Peterson and Elizabeth Kealer Peterson. Mr. Peterson was a truck driver with Manning Trucking and was a

member of the Madison Masonic Lodge #11. Lou is remembered for his deep love of his family and was especially proud to be

called Papa Lou. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles Peterson and Clayton Peterson.

Survivors include his wife, Reba Mae Bullard Peterson of Madison FL; sons, Carl Peterson and Maria, Lewis Peterson, Jr. and

Louise, Curt Peterson of all of Poughkeepsie NY; daughters, Elizabeth Peterson of Tennessee, Melissa McQuaig and Ed of Manor

GA, Shirley Weeks of Quitman, GA; grandchildren, Brittany Brown and Jeremy, Casey Taylor and Pat, Cortney Hall and Daniel,

Jeremy Williams and Kristi, Nina Peterson, Michael Peterson and Alex, Birdie Peterson, Adam Peterson and Brittany, Jenny

Peterson, Dustin Peterson, Josh Peterson, Bobbi Jo Peterson; twenty-four great-grandchildren; and two great-grandsons in the

oven; brother, Carl Peterson and Nancy of Madison FL; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Cobb Funeral Chapel in Moultrie,

GA is assisting the family with arrangements.

PETERSON, Mrs. M. E. Peterson


Mrs. M. E. Peterson of Fort Gaines, GA died the past week. She was a frequent visitor in Madison during the lifetime of her

daughter, the late Mrs. A. H. Hancock.

PETERSON, Mary Laudis Peterson


Mary Laudis Peterson, age 80, of Blackshear, formerly of Douglas, passed away Tuesday (Jan. 19, 2016) at Hospice Satilla

Hospice House in Waycross, following an extended illness. The daughter of the late John Kermit Monk and Miriam Tanner Monk,

she was born June 9, 1935, in Coffee County. She and her sister, Glenda, worked hard on the family farm in the Wilsonville

community. She graduated from Nicholls High School in 1953 where she was valedictorian of her class. When she was 12 years

old she gave her life to the Lord and became a member at Nicholls Baptist Church. She later joined Lone Hill United Methodist

Church after marrying Neal Peterson in 1967. She continued her education at South Georgia College in Douglas and worked at

L.C. Thompson Construction Co. Her first full time job was at Douglas Motor Co. Chevrolet Dealership. On Dec. 31, 1980, her

mother, Miriam Tanner Monk, was killed in an automobile accident close to her home off Highway 158. While her family was

making funeral plans at Sims Funeral Home, their bookkeeper, Valerie H. Hulsey, recalled the time Kermit Monk moved to

Douglas from Lowndes County, and boarded at the Hutchison Home. Mrs. Hulsey called Mary Laudis some weeks later and told

her that she was retiring soon and would like for her to come to the funeral home to talk to her and Neil Sims about coming to

work there. She felt led to this call and became their bookkeeper in April 1981 where she remained until June 28, 2011, after

which Parkinson’s disease took its toll on her. She was an active member of Lone Hill United Methodist Church where she

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worked in many areas of the church including Sunday School teacher, P.P.R Committee, the administrative board and United

Methodist Women. Survivors include her son, Kevin (Christy) Peterson of Blackshear; 2 grandsons, Blake Peterson and Chance

Shuman; 2 granddaughters, Peris (John) May and Caitlyn Shuman; 1 great-grandson, Easton May; 1 great-granddaughter, Carley

May; 1 sister, Glenda (Franklin) Mathews of Goose Creek, SC; nieces, Monica Mathews (Mike) Keen, Julie (Donny) Peterson,

Connie (Terri) Newby and Lisa (Jay) Morgan; nephews, Van (Brenda) Mathews, Charlie Salazar, Dennis Peterson and John (Kathy)

Salazar; and several cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Neal Peterson. The funeral was Sunday at Lone

Hill Methodist Church. Interment followed at Lone Hill Methodist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PETERSON, Robert Henry Peterson


Dr. Robert Henry Peterson was born in Douglas, GA on Halloween, 1940. The grandson of Henry and Mary Ellen Vickers and son

of Chester Peterson and Minnie Lee Sparks, he spent a wonderful childhood in Coffee County with his sister Mary Gail Gaddy

and numerous cousins including Dr. Rodney Vickers, Jean Bowlin and Lonnie Pope. He attended both Coffee High School and

South Georgia College and worked in the fields with his grandparents and in the tobacco warehouse in the summers. He will

greatly miss this summer's class reunion with a close-knit group of peers who have stayed in touch all these years. Bob left

Georgia to attend the University Of Houston College Of Optometry. It was there that he met and married Pam Green. After

graduation he began his tour of duty as a Captain in the United States Army. Returning to Houston, Bob joined the Optometric

practice of Drs. Kemp and Peterson in which he was privileged to work both Dr. William Kemp and his son Dr. Robert Kemp. Bob

became very active in his community and state, serving in every capacity of both the Harris County Optometric Society and the

Texas Optometric Association. His patients have been his loyal extended family, as he has welcomed back generations during his

50 years in practice. He also served as President of numerous organizations, including the Northshore Rotary Club, the

Foundation for Education and Research in Vision, The Galena Park Independent School District Board and the Harris County

Department of Education Board. He has served on the Board of Trustees for Woodforest National Bank since its inception and

has treasured every minute working with wonderful, dedicated and ethical people. Bob and Pam have two exceptional children:

Melissa Peterson (Donald) Newsom, lives in CA, and son Robert Kevin Peterson, an architect with BGK lives in Houston. Not only

are they the pride of his life, they have been helpmates and true support throughout their lives. And, of course, he has received

immeasurable joy from his awesome grandchildren John, Sean, Kayleigh, and TJ Newsom. His pride in each of them has been

well known to anyone who would listen and see his wallet full of pictures. His sister Mary Gail Gaddy and her children, Cheree

and Hugh, their spouses and children are also great sources of pride for Bob. Bob's faith has sustained him through the trials

and tribulations of life. He has been a head usher at St. Martin's Episcopal Church for many years. He also had the rewarding

opportunity of providing exams and glasses to many who were unable to afford them through the Episcopal outreach of Lord of

the Streets. Bob's love of family, friends, patients, those he knew and didn't know made him a well-loved individual who will be

greatly missed by those he left behind at his passing. Services will be at St. Martin's Episcopal Church, 717 Sage Road, Houston

77056, on Monday, May 11th. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to one of the following on his behalf. Robert H.

Peterson Scholarship Endowment, FERV; make check payable to FERV to the following address: FERV, 505 J Davis Armistead

Bldg, Houston, TX 77204; Woodforestcharitable- foundation.org Attn: Estelle -St. Martin's Episcopal Church 717 Sage Road,

Houston, TX 77056 Attn: Cyndy.

PETREE, Charles E. Petree


Charles E. Petree, age 68, of Cherry Lake, died Thursday in the local hospital after a long illness. Mr. Petree was a native of

North Carolina and a descendant of early settlers in the Winston-Salem area. He was one of a pioneer family of fifteen

children. He lived in China seven years as expert on tobacco cultivation and taught the Chinese people how to grow tobacco the

American way. On his return to the United States he moved to Cherry Lake in 1939 where he was in the tobacco business until

his retiring in 1952. He was also engaged in other farming operations. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Ruth O’Daniel Petree; two

daughters, Mrs. Ruth DiCenza, of Miami and Mrs. Martha Ann Davenport, of Hastings; and one son, Eddie Petree, Jr., of

Rockingham, NC. Seven grandchildren, Miss Virginia Revelle, of Gainesville; Ruth Ann DiCenza and Daniel DiCenza, both of Miami

and David, Bonnie Petey (It is spelled that way in the obituary) and Thomas, Davenport, of Hastings also survive. Additionally

four sisters, Miss Ruth Petree and Mrs. Thelma Westmoreland, both of Germantown, NC; Mrs. Maude Stonestreet, of

Mocksville, NC; and Mrs. Maggie Graham, of Richmond, VA; and three brothers, R. P. Petree, of Silver Springs, MD; Dr. Ralph

Petree, of Charlotte, NC; and Dr. Paul Petree, of Towson, MD survive. A host of other relatives also survive. Services were held

Saturday, January 13th, at Beggs Funeral Home and interment was in the Hanson Methodist Church Cemetery.

PETRO, Stella Joann Petro

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Mrs. Stella Joann Petro, age 64, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Monday, August 21, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center

following an extended illness. Mrs. Petro was born on June 15, 1953, in Cranbury, NJ, to the late Joseph Petro and Annette

Faircloth Petro. Ms. Petro was formerly employed by Intermetro, Douglas Coffee County Country Club, and Douglas National

Bank. She went back to school and attained an associate degree in banking and finance. Ms. Petro was a homemaker who loved

cooking and fishing. She was a devoted wife, loving sister, and friend to many. Survivors include her husband, Richard Peterson

of Douglas, GA; three brothers, Frank Allen Petro of Galloway, NJ, Joseph Petro, Jr., of Douglas, GA, and Jay Petro of

Eastman, GA; two sisters, Christine Petro of Freehold, NJ and Francine Enright of Jackson, NJ; stepson, Tony Peterson of

Waycross, GA; several nieces and nephews. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PETROWSKI, John Petrowski


Mr. John Petrowski passed away at his county home near here Thursday morning, November 14. Her leaves to mourn his loss,

his widow, and one daughter, Bernice. Funeral services for Mr. Petrowski was held Sunday at Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PETROWSKI, Marion Petrowski


The death angel entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Petrowski on Saturday, Dec. the 5th and bore the sweet and gentle

spirit of their oldest child, Marion. Marion, better known as Sonny was born December 7, 1921 in Chicago, IL. At the time of

his death he was 14 years old. Had he lived until December 7 he would have been 15 years of age. He was taken sick on Nov. 25

with pneumonia. All was done that seemingly could be done for the restoration of his health but after lingering for several days

the Savior saw fit to call him to his home in heaven where there will be no more sickness, sorrow or death. Beside his

heartbroken father and mother, he leaves to mourn his passing one sister, Bernice, age 6, besides a host of relatives and

friends. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 10 o’clock.

PETTIGREW, James Donald Pettigrew


James Donald (Don) Pettigrew Don Pettigrew, 65 of Valdosta, GA passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2014 after a short battle

with cancer. He was born on January 15, 1948 to the late Arthur and Helen Pettigrew. He was raised in Moultrie GA and

graduated from Moultrie High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in art from Mercer University in Macon GA. He taught

high school art for a year and traveled to Greece with friends and explored Europe. He came back to Moultrie and after

marrying, he began his professional career as an artist. For two years, he only used pencil as his medium. When he began using

watercolor on his paintings, his career took off. Butler Brown of Hawkinsville, GA, also an artist, became Don's mentor and

longtime friend. Don's wildlife and landscape paintings are included in public and private collections on five continents and from

Maine to Hawaii in the United States. Don was a charter member of the exclusive Atlanta-based Watercolor Collective. His

awards include the Governor's Artist of Excellence Award, Winner of the Georgia Wildlife Management Area stamp

competition, finalist in the Federal Duck Stamp competition, purchase award in the National Print Competition and over fifty

paintings and watercolor awards at regional and national art shows including "Best of Show" awards. He worked with Colson

Printing the last several years and became a close friend to Wendy Colson. Don always loved water and was an accomplished

sailor. He was a member of the Valdosta Yacht Club and sailed in many regattas. He won some races and always had a great time.

He lived in a cabin on Lake Allatoona at the Atlanta Yacht Club for several years, where he could paint all night and sail during

the day. His love of water included going fly fishing in the North Georgia mountains where his parents lived. He also loved deep

sea fishing and went as often as he could with Wendy and friends. Anytime he could "wet a hook", he was happy. His many

talents did not stop with just being a great artist. He could take apart an automobile engine and put it back together. His

carpenter skills included building cabinets and furniture that would have made him a good living. But his God-given skills as an

artist was his first love and his paintings and prints will be cherished for generations to come. It is rare that people leave a

mark on this world after they die, but Don did and his legacy is secure. The one thing that he didn't get to experience was

learning how to fly an airplane. It was a source of great pride for him that his son Jay, became a pilot. They flew many times

together. Sometimes just flying to the beach, having lunch, and flying home. Don was one of the founding fathers of the Great

Hahira Pick-in. Along with Wilby Coleman, another longtime friend, and others, he enjoyed the pick-in and playing the guitar with

the band. There was always music at Wilby's house. On Thanksgiving and Christmas there were many turkeys that were being

smoked into the wee hours as they all picked and played their instruments. His survivors include, 1 son and daughter-in-law, Jay

(Heather) Pettigrew; 1 grandson, Noah Pettigrew; 2 granddaughters, Sammie Grace and Emery Pettigrew all of Lake Park, GA;

and one brother, Hank Pettigrew of Charlotte, NC. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 11, 2014 at Music Funeral

Services. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the family.

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PETTIS, Mrs. A. J. Pettis


Funeral services for Mrs. A. J. Pettis, mother of Mr. W. S. Cooper of this city, were held in the Greenville Methodist Church,

Sunday afternoon. Interment was in the Pettis Cemetery near the Pettis Plantation. Mrs. Pettis passed away last Thursday in

Perry at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ola Rodgers, at the age of 74 years. Mrs. Pettis was born, Mary Jane Southall, of a

prominent Georgia family. Her birthplace was on a plantation near Macon, GA. She came to Greenville as a child and united with

the Methodist Church of which she was a charter member. After the death of Mr. Pettis, she resided on her farm outside of

Greenville. In early womanhood she was married to Mr. Thomas Cooper, and three children survive their union. They are Mr.

Walter S. Cooper, of Madison, Mr. L. R. Cooper, of Greenville and Mrs. Ola Rogers, of Perry. After Mr. Cooper’s death she

contracted a second marriage with Mr. A. J. Pettis, of Greenville, who preceded her in death four years ago. One daughter,

Mrs. George Barrington, of Melbourne survives this marriage. One brother also is among the survivors.

PETTIT, Sibyl Pettit


Sibyl Pettit, age 96 of O’Fallon, MO, formerly of Douglas, GA, passed away Monday, October 10, 2011. Mrs. Pettit was a member

of the O’Fallon, MO, First Baptist Church and First Baptist Church in Douglas, GA, a lifetime disabled veteran’s auxiliary

volunteer in Lake City, FL, and a member of American Legion Auxiliary. Mrs. Pettit was the wife of the late James Pettit;

mother of Mary “Angie” (John) Farley and Chris Fischer; grandmother of Lisa and Johnny Farley, and Steve, Cindy, Randy, Gary

and Ted Fischer; great grandmother of 19; and sister of Carmin Hoffman and Juanita Tanaro. Funeral services were Friday,

October 14, 2011, at First Baptist Church. Interment followed in the Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge

of arrangements.

PETTITT, Bonnie Ruth Pettitt

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 16 January 2020)

Bonnie Ruth Pettitt, age 87, passed away on January 16, 2020 in Perry, FL. Bonnie was born September 16, 1932 in Tillman, SC

to William Henry Baggett and Sadie Mae Edenfield Baggett. Mrs. Pettitt was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of

Perry. Mrs. Pettitt was a devoted wife and loving Christian mother. She will be greatly missed. Bonnie was preceded in death by

her husband of 68 years, Mr. Raymond Paul Pettitt, her parents William Henry and Sadie Mae Baggett. Mrs. Pettitt is survived

by children, Ronald P. Pettitt, Deborah (Henry, Jr.) Richard, James Pettitt, and Christopher Pettitt; her sister Gayle (Michael)

Phillips; grandchildren, Henry L. (Crystal) Richard, III, and Crystal Pettitt; great grandchildren Christian and Colbie Richard and

Ariana and Christopher Pettitt; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at First Baptist Church of

Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction

of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PETTITT, Raymond Paul Pettitt

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 7 June 2019)

On June 7, 2019, Raymond Paul Pettitt passed away at the age of 90. He was a devoted father, a loving husband to Bonnie Ruth

(Baggett) Pettitt of 68 years, and a devout Christian. He served as head deacon at Charleston Heights Baptist Church. He was

also an usher and served the First Baptist Church in Perry, FL. Raymond served his country proudly in the US Army during the

Korean War (1948 - 1952). He received the Korean Service Medal with 3 Bronze Stars and achieved Sergeant First Class

ranking in the US Army. He served as a reservist in the US Army for an additional 28 years. Raymond is survived by his wife,

Bonnie and four children; Paul R. Pettitt, Deborah G. Richard (Pettitt), James F. Pettitt, and Christopher Erwin Pettitt. Along

with grandchildren, Richie Henry L. Richard, III, and Crystal Elizabeth Marie Pettitt; great grandchildren, Christian and Colbie

Richard and Arianna Jayden Marie Pettitt; his son-in-law, Henry Richard and siblings Donald Pettitt of Perry, and Shirley

Taverno of Virginia; and his sister-in-law Gayle Phillips and Mike Phillips of Charleston, SC. Raymond was an accomplished

farmer, and always maintained a positive and humorous outlook. He was loved by many and will be sadly missed by all who had the

pleasure of knowing Raymond. Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Perry. Interment

services will follow immediately afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery with military honors. All arrangements are under the


PETTY, Ann Jones Petty


Ann Jones Petty, age 71, of Lakeland, GA passed away Saturday, November 3, 2012 in Lakeland Villa Convalescent Center. She

was born October 7, 1941 in Gilchrist County, FL to the late John & Martha (Sapp) Jones. Her survivors include two sons &

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daughter-in-laws, Mark & Tammie Petty, of Mayo, FL; and Brian & Eiko Petty, of Sherwood, OR; daughter & son-in-law Regina &

Greg Wrye, of Stockton, GA; daughter Katrina Petty, of Live Oak, FL; daughter Victoria Branch, of Lakeland, GA; and son

Vincent Petty, of Stockton, GA; ten grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday,

November 10, 2012 in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services in Lakeland, GA. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is serving

the family.

PETTY, Eddie Loren Petty


Eddie Loren Petty, age 82, of Manor, died Monday (March 20, 2017) at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Jacksonville after a brief

illness. He was born in Ware County to the late Ed and Sadie Bell Steedley Petty. He served his country faithfully during the

Korean Conflict by serving in the United States Army in the 82nd Air Borne Division. He was a very avid quail hunter who loved

his horses, bird dogs and loved Manor, GA. He was a member Masonic Lodge No. 305 and a was a faithful member of Victory

Methodist Church where he served as a deacon for many years. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother,

Kennon Petty, two sisters, Norma Jean Smithie and Lena Mae Herrin. He is survived by his wife, Marie King Petty, of Manor, two

daughters, Ginger (John) Mallett of Bluffton, SC, Jennifer (David) Sirmans of Nashville, GA, 3 grandchildren, John Logan

Mallett, Maeve Sirmans and Hamp Sirmans, 2 sisters, Reditha Lyda of Vero Beach, FL, Deloris Welch of Pass Christian, MS, 1

brother, Mack (Merelene) Petty of Waycross, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at

Victory Methodist Church in Manor. Burial will follow in Victory (Booth) Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions

may be made to the Victory Church Cemetery Fund, 5062 Booth Church Road, Manor, GA 31550. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in


PETTY, Fred W. Petty


Mr. Fred W. Petty, 67, of Flatwoods, KY, died Monday, March 21, 2011, in Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital. He was born August

2, 1943 in Waycross, a son of the late Hinton Petty Sr. and Alberta Wildes Petty. He was the assistant plant manager with CSX

at the Raceland Car Shops, a member of the Raceland Christian Church and a member of a Masonic Lodge in Waycross. He was

also preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Petty, who passed away at 16 years old. He leaves behind a host of friends and

family including his soul mate of 22 years, his wife, Roseanna Landis-Petty of Flatwoods, KY; two sons, Randy Petty of Slocomb,

AL, and Scott Petty of Gainesville, FL; two daughters, Alisa Williams of Homerville, and Heather Slaven (Greg) of Redbank, NJ;

two brothers, Harold Petty (Yvonne) of Marietta, and Hinton Petty Jr. (Cheryl) of Temple; three sisters, Gloria Valdes (Wayne)

of Tampa, FL, Shirley Griffin (James) of Waycross, and Francis Carter of Brandon, FL; and nine very grandchildren. A funeral

was held Friday, March 25, 2011 at Carman Funeral Home of Flatwoods, KY. Burial was in Bellefonte Memorial Gardens of

Flatwoods. Memorial donations may be sent to the Masonic Home of Georgia, c/o Grand Lodge Secretary, P.O. Box 4665, Macon,

GA 31208.

PETTY, Geneva Shelly Lorraine Petty


Geneva Shelly Lorraine Petty, age 46, died Monday (July 14, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after a sudden

illness. Born in Los Angeles, CA, she was raised in Brantley County and lived in this area most of her life. She worked as a

financial officer at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. She attended Zion Hill Freewill Baptist Church. She was a fun loving

person that loved the water, her family and especially her new grandbabies. She was preceded in death by her father, Shelly

Lawton Petty. Survivors include 2 children, Savannah (Zeb) Lloyd, of Waycross, Jeremy (Tish) Burcham, of Kingsland; 2

grandchildren, Zander Lloyd and Madyx Burcham; her mother, Roberta Petty, of Jacksonville, FL; 2 sisters, Robbie Petty, of

Waycross, Vicki Pendergraft, of Orlando, FL; 1 brother, David Petty, of Jacksonville, FL; several nieces, nephews and other

relatives. A memorial service will be Thursday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home.

PETTY, Kenneth J. Petty

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard & June Spear)

Madison: Mr. Kenneth J. “Rat” Petty, age 76, died October 21, 2013 at his home in Madison. Mr. Rat, as everybody knew him, was

born in Jacksonville, AR, November 8, 1936, to Spud and Myrtle Petty. He was married to his wife, Anna, for 41 years, and

enjoyed traveling with her and living in various places. He was a truck driver for many years traveling throughout the United

States. He loved to play cards and shoot pool. He moved here in 2009 from Lakeland, Florida and was a member of The

Assembly of God in Jacksonville, AR. He is survived by his wife, Anna Craft Petty of Madison, Florida; 2 daughters: Donna

Turner and Kimberly Irgang of Alabama; 1 sister: Carolyn McGhah of Aledo, TX; 5 grandchildren, Jeremy Johnson, Kelley

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Glennon, Kasey Stinson, Joey Madison, and Rocky Madison; 8 great-grandchildren: Hayden, Rylee, Kenna, Hayley, Bryant, Hunter,

Cheyann, and Morgan. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

PETTY, Lizzie Milford Petty


Lizzie Milford Petty, age 71, died Tuesday after a brief illness in Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. She was born in Brooks County,

GA near Nankin and was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Survivors are two sons, Howard Milford of Quincy and Bill

Milford of Jacksonville; a step-daughter, Mrs. Angus M. Bush, of Ft. Sill, OK; a step-son J. C. Milford of Jacksonville; two

sisters, Mrs. George Wilson of Quitman and Mrs. Annie Jarvis, of Cherry Lake; one brother, Bryant Holton of Sarasota; and ten

grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Macedonia Cemetery.

PETTY, Mary Lucille Lloyd Petty


Mary Lucille Lloyd Petty, age 94, died Saturday (Sept. 30, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended

illness. A lifelong resident of Waycross and 1940 graduate of Wacona School, she started her first job at the age of 16. There

she met her future husband, Willie Clifton Petty, who always said, “She will be my wife!” They were married Nov. 23, 1940. She

worked for many years and eventually retired from Swisher International. From 1987 until 1997, she was the food service

manager at Waycross College. She was a member of Kettle Creek Church, but she attended Central Baptist Church for many

years. She accepted Jesus at the age of 14 at Kettle Creek Church and was baptized the summer of 1936. She was preceded in

death by her husband, Willie Clifton Petty, her parents, Maddison Henry Lloyd and Nora Louise Popham Lloyd, and siblings,

Frances Lloyd Rhodenberry, Dorothy Jeanette Barnett Dekle, Maddison Henry Lloyd Jr., Harold Vernon Lloyd, Ray Lebron Lloyd

and William David Lloyd. She was the second child of 13 children born to Henry and Nora Lloyd. Survivors include her children,

Wendell Clifton (Jean) Petty, Carol Petty (late David) Eunice and Scottie Leon (Diane) Petty; five granddaughters, Sharon Lynn

Petty (Earl) Griffin, Cindy Eunice Stafford, Robin Anora Petty, Carla Eunice (Charles) Holland and Wendy Petty (Paul) Kinnon; six

great-grandchildren, Bridgett Griffin (Luke) Hendrix, Elizabeth Blake (Haden) Stafford, Scott Bryce Stafford, Connor David

Holland, Carson Charles Holland and Clary Scott Kinnon; two great-great-grandchildren, Shelby Lynn Hendrix and Emmalyn

Hendrix; six siblings, Marion Music, Joanne McQuaig, Pansy Cox, Sandra Henderson, Janice Lloyd Hendrix and Susan Hendrix;

and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral will be Wednesday at Kettle Creek Church. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek

Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, or Southeast

Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PETTY, Scott Petty


Scott Petty, age 53, died Monday (Oct. 13, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. He was a native of Jacksonville,

Fla., where he lived most of his life. He graduated from West Nassau High School in 1978 and was a truck driver with Gator

Truck Lines. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Waycross. He was the son of the late Robert E. Petty. Survivors

include 3 sons, Robert Shane (Jennifer) Petty, of Fernandina, FL, Skyler Petty, of Gainesville, FL, and Seth Petty, of Hilliard,

FL; one grandson, Memphis Petty; his mother, Faye Crawford Butler, of Waycross; numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives. A

funeral will be Wednesday at Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Piney Grove Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Music


PETTY, Tammie Annette Petty

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 28 January 2020)

Tammie Annette Petty, age 54, of Stockton, GA passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 in the North Florida Regional Medical

Center, Gainesville, after a brief illness. She was born on May 11, 1965 in Lakeland, FL to Johnnie Lewis and Carolyn Alice

(Harrison) Norman. Tammie was a career truck driver for several companies with the last being Dollar General. She was most

known for her big heart and willingness to give to anyone. Tammie was also well known for her excellent cooking and baking

abilities. She could never turn down a sale; she loved a good bargain! Tammy was also very witty and was always quick with

comebacks! Survivors include: Her loving husband of 9 years, Mark Felton Petty of Stockton, GA; a son, William Drake of Mayo,

FL; her parents, Johnnie Lewis and Carolyn Alice (Harrison) Norman of Lake City, FL; a sister, Pam Eliason of Lake City, FL;

several nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Graveside services honoring Tammie will be in the Wayfare Primitive

Baptist Church Cemetery in Echols County, GA. The Petty Family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music


PETTY, Violet Everlove Petty

https://www.musicfuneralservices.com/obituaries/Tammie-Petty

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Miss Violet Everlove Petty, age 47, of Blackshear, passed away Saturday (May 25, 2019) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House.

Born in Waycross, Aug. 11, 1971, she lived in Pierce County all of her life. She was a 1990 graduate of the former Liberty

Christian Academy in Blackshear and worked as a sitter as well as being a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, reading, watching

soap operas and games shows, shopping and hairstyling. She attended First Baptist Church in Blackshear. She was the daughter

of the late Gene Arthur and Sarah Cathleen Winouski Petty. She was also preceded in death by an infant brother, Marcus

Alexander Petty, several aunts and uncles, Mary Alice and Harry Strickland, Thomas Petty, and Walter and Flora Petty.

Survivors include her brother and caregiver, John Petty, of Blackshear; aunts and uncles, Joe and Patsy Dowling of Evans,

Norman and Jean Cover of Waycross, Kline and Linda Petty of Valdosta, Sada Petty of Baxley, and Jim and Ann Petty, Ruby and

Everette Sikes, Rodney Petty and Clayton Petty, all of Folkston; numerous cousins and other relatives. The funeral will be in the

Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of

arrangements.

PFAENDER, Laverne Marie Pfaender


Laverne Marie Pfaender, the bright shining light of her husband Bill’s life, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday

(Sept. 9, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after a brief illness. She was born in Palo Alto, CA, on Sept. 27, 1924,

daughter of Ellis and Beth Wells. She grew up in North Fork, CA, and moved to Fresno, CA, in 1940 and finished high school

there in 1942. She met Bill Pfaender in September 1941 and they were engaged on Dec. 7, 1941. He was later transferred,

ending up in Waycross, and they broke up. She went to business school and worked several different jobs. She married Alvin

Paulson in June 1944. They had four children, Ginger Poulsen, “Jackie” Thompson and twin sons, David and Don Paulson. She

worked for the Fresno State Fair and retired in 1989 after Bud died. In September 2003, she and Bill got back together and

were again engaged on Dec. 7, 2003 and married Feb. 14, 2004 in Waycross. Bill and Laverne enjoyed more than 11 years

together in Waycross. They traveled to California, Las Vegas, Oregon and many other places. They were active in First Baptist

Church, Exchange Club of Waycross, and the local AARP Chapter. They worked together for many years with the AARP Tax

Aide program. Survivors include her husband, Bill Pfaender, of Waycross; 2 daughters, Ginger Poulsen, of Yakima, WA, and

Jackie (Dale) Thompson of Putte Falls, OR; 2 sons, David (Jamie) Paulson of Fresno, CA, and Don Paulson of Fresno, CA; 1 step-

daughter, Susan (J. Dana) Russell of Lyman, SC; 1 step-son, Duane (Karen) Pfaender of Waycross; 5 grandchildren, Robert and

Jesse Wayman, Tammie Earp, Terri Stivers, Teri Quetzal; and several great-grandchildren. A funeral will be Saturday at Music

Funeral Home. It was Laverne’s wish that there be no public viewing. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations

being made to Baptist Retirement Village Ministry Program, 2650 Carswell Ave., Waycross, GA 31503.

PFEIFFER, Daniel Charles Pfeiffer

(Abstracted from Greene Publishing 12 May 2020)

Daniel Charles Pfeiffer, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, in Madison, FL. Daniel was born July 6, 1930, in

Hopelawn, NJ to Michael Pfeiffer and Vera Novak Pfeiffer. Daniel and his family lived in Ford, NJ for many years then moved

to Melbourne, FL where they lived for 35 years before moving to Madison. He honorably served our country in the United

States Army. Daniel attended Pinetta United Methodist Church. He was a private airplane pilot who enjoyed flying and built his

own airplane. He was an automobile mechanic by trade and played in a band for 17 years as a drummer and singer. He loved

playing music in his spare time. He was preceded in death by his parents: Michael Pfeiffer and Vera Novak Pfeiffer; sisters,

Barbara Voitko and Betty Yura; and brother, Phillip Pfeiffer. Daniel is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Donna Pfeiffer;

two daughters: Deborah Andrews and Darlene Terry (David); five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A celebration of

life service will be held at a later date for Danny. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Madison.

PFEIL, Benjamin O. Pfeil

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida November 12, 2012)

Rev. Benjamin O. Pfeil, resident of Madison, FL, passed away November 10, 2012, at the Madison County Memorial Hospital. He

was 88. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 14, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 140 NE Horry Avenue,

Madison, FL . Graveside services will follow at Ebenezer Cemetery in the Hamburg Community of Madison County. Rev. Pfeil was

born in Cementon, NY, and grew up in Catskill, NY, the oldest of four children born to the late Benjamin and Anna Doyle Pfeil.

He was a graduate of Catskill High School. After graduation he volunteered for enlistment in the US Navy in May 1942. While

serving his country during WW II, he was a flight engineer for the B26 and PBY aircraft flying missions at Pearl Harbor,

Guadalcanal, and Guam. During his years in the military, he was also stationed at the NAS, Jacksonville, FL; NAS Corpus Christy

TX; NAAS at Shelton, WA; and NAS at Pensacola. While stationed at NAS Jacksonville he met Mary Jane Smith of Madison,

FL, and they were wed November 19, 1944. He was honorably discharged in March, 1948. After Rev. Pfeil’s tour of duty in the

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Navy, he, his wife, and infant son, Bill, moved to Madison where he was employed with Fraleigh Ashley Tractor Company and

Western Auto. In the early 1950’s he started his own television sales and repair business known as Ben’s TV. He retired from

this occupation in the late 1980’s. While growing up in New York, Rev. Pfeil was active in the Boy Scouts and achieved the rank

of Eagle Scout. After moving to Madison, his interest in this work continued, and he became a scout master for Madison serving

as a positive role model for the many members of his troop. At a young age, while attending worship services at St. Luke’s

Episcopal Church in Catskill, Rev. Pfeil felt God calling him into the ministry. His desire to become an Episcopal priest was not

fulfilled until many years later. Finally, in 1992, he was ordained and became priest of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church where he

faithfully served as vicar until his health failed in early 2012. Father Ben, as he was affectionately called by his parishioners,

was always so happy to welcome new members into the church. Among those whom he baptized were his great-grandson, Cole

Pfeil, and great niece, Taylor Smith. At the time of his death, he was the longest serving vicar of St. Mary’s Church and its

oldest member. Rev. Pfeil was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Mary Jane; his father and mother, Benjamin James

and Anna Doyle Pfeil; and one brother, Ralph Pfeil. Surviving relatives include his son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Mary Lu Pfeil

of Madison; one grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Jake and Cheryl Pfeil of Tallahassee; one great grandson, Cole Pfeil of

Tallahassee; one sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and Truman June of Catskill; one brother and sister-in-law, Mahlon and Gayle

Pfeil of Saugerties; three sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Davis and her husband Shelton of Perry; Catherine Hodges of Madison;

Johnnie Ruth Smith of Live Oak; and a host of loving nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St.

Mary’s Episcopal Church or The Wounded Warrior Project.

PFUND, E. R. Pfund


Mrs. Howard Studstill received a message that Mr. E. R. Pfund of Oswego, IL had died suddenly of a heart attack while standing

on a neighbor’s lawn. He was 63 years old. Surviving are his wife and one son Jack Pfund. The Pfunds have a winter home at Lee

and spent a few months there each year.

PHARR, Cecil O. Pharr Jr.


Cecil O. Pharr Jr. left to be with his savior Thursday (Dec. 22, 2016). He was born in High Springs, FL, the second child of two,

on June 11, 1932 to Cecil O. Pharr Sr. and Lillie S. Pharr. After working for many years at Household Finance where he met his

future wife, Constance Elizabeth Bennett, he started numerous businesses in a variety of industries from firearms (Pharr

Firearms, Parker Reproductions and Varner Sporting Arms), to motorcycles (Street and Trail Yamaha, Ted Edwards Kawasaki

and others) to knives (Browne and Pharr Mfg.) to inventing countless useful items. He was a dedicated member of Peachtree

Christian Church. He was the beloved “Dad” to Jennifer Pharr (Greg) Glover and Cecil O. (Nancy) Pharr III and the very beloved

“Granddaddy” to Phillip Gregory Glover, Chelsea Olivia Pharr (Tom) Hagopian, Matthew Bennett Glover, and Cecil O. Pharr IV;

and 2 nephews, Chip Northcutt and Lee Northcutt. Gone on before him is his beloved wife of 61 years, Connie Pharr, and his

dear sister, Vonceil Pharr Northcutt. The funeral will be Friday (Dec. 30) at H.M. Patterson & Son Arlington Chapel, 173 Allen

Road, NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328. Entombment will follow at Arlington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be

made in his memory to the Atlanta Opera Center, Attn: Development, 1575 Northside Drive NW, Building 300, Suite 350 in

Atlanta, GA 30318.

PHARR, Constance Elizabeth Bennett Pharr


Constance Elizabeth Bennett Pharr left to be with her savior Saturday (Sept. 17, 2016). She was born in Roanoke, VA, the 11th

child of 12, on Feb. 1, 1936 to Rush Thomas Bennett and Eula Gay Houchins Bennett. She married Cecil O. Pharr Jr. on Aug. 12,

1955. She retired from Equifax and was a dedicated member of Peachtree Christian Church where it became evident she had a

true servant’s heart for those in need. She was the beloved “Mom” to Jennifer Pharr (Greg) Glover and Cecil O. (Nancy) Pharr

III and the very beloved “Grandmommy” to Phillip Gregory Glover, Chelsea Olivia Pharr (Tom) Hagopian, Matthew Bennett

Glover and Cecil O. Pharr IV. Also surviving are her dear sisters, Gladys Bennett Burdette and Dorothy Bennett Hogan; and

many loved nieces and nephews. Gone on before her are her dear sisters, Lucy Bennett Chisom, Evelyn Bennett Sledd and

Virginia Bennett Smith, and her dear brothers, Ed Bennett, Richie Bennett, Irving Bennett, Charles Bennett, Joe Bennett and

Eldridge Bennett. The funeral will be Saturday at Patterson’s Arlington Chapel (in Sandy Springs). Entombment will follow at

Arlington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Peachtree Christian Church, 1580

Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, Ga 30309. H. M. Patterson & Son Arlington Chapel, 173 Allen Road, NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328

handled the arrangements.

PHARR, John Kelley Pharr Jr.

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John Kelley Pharr Jr., age 73, died Monday (Nov. 7, 2016) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House in Waycross. The funeral will be

Sunday at Grace Episcopal Church. A reception will follow at Oak Lane Events, 622 Main St. in Blackshear. He is survived by his

wife, Carol McNeary of Blackshear; his daughter, Tori Pharr (Tony) Furnelli of Longmeadow, MA; and two step-daughters, Zoe

Scofield (Juniper Shuey) of Seattle, WA, and Kate Costello (Jed Caesar) of Los Angeles, CA; he especially loved his three

grandchildren, Frankie and Anthony Furnelli and Oona Caesar; he had three brothers, Phillip Pharr (deceased) and surviving

brothers, Will Pharr of Madison, GA, and Royce Pharr, of Nashville, TN. The son of Aurelia and Kelley Pharr, he was born in

Pocatello, Idaho where his father was stationed with the Army Air Corps during World War II. He grew up in Decatur,

graduating from Decatur High School in 1961 with boyhood friends who remain loyal friends today. He treasured memories of

summers and holidays spent with his large extended family in Vienna, GA, at the home of their matriarch, Viola “Burr” Newby.

He graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology with a degree in industrial management and earned an MBA from Georgia

State University. He spent his entire career in hospital administration and was named a Fellow of the American College of

Health Care Executives. From his first position at Northeast Georgia Medical Center to the last 17 years at Satilla Regional

Medical Center (later called Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross), he truly loved his work, respecting and respected by all

members of the hospital staff and medical community. Active in community affairs, he was on the board of the Childers Family

YMCA and served as its president for two years. A great supporter of the nursing programs at Okefenokee Technical College,

he served both as member and president of its board of directors. He was also a member of Grace Episcopal Church, serving on

its vestry and pitching in on its many Helping Hands of Christ work days. He loved discerning dining, walking his dogs, Queenie

and Jack, snow skiing with his daughter, Tori, reading good books, hiking the trails of North Georgia, taking road trips to New

England with Carol and doing nothing at the beach. Immediately upon his retirement, he began volunteering as an administrator

at Hospice Satilla and held its staff and nurses in utmost respect. His other great enthusiasm during retirement was riding with

Old Folks on Bikes, whose exclusive ranks include Brenda and Albert Sutton, John Butler, Evan Deloach and Jimmy Sutton, who

will serve as honorary pallbearers. Interment in the Decatur Cemetery, Decatur, will be at a later date. The family requests

that in lieu of flowers, donations in his memory be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

PHELAN, Janette Cason Phelan


Janette Cason Phelan, age 82, went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday (Feb. 16, 2019) at her residence after an extended

illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross where she graduated from Waycross High School. She was a loving

homemaker and a devoted member of First Assembly of God. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alred Joel Cason and

Zella Mae Sedgwick Cason, and her husband, Walter C. Phelan. Survivors include five daughters, Susan Rumfelt (Sam) of Lake

Wylie, SC, Linda Pearson (Kenny) of Waycross, Pat Rios (David) of Panama City, FL, Nita Reed (John) of Hahira, and Mindee

Tindall (Jon) of Waycross; grandchildren, Kristin Hawkins, David Carr, Trey Pearson, Ashlee Land, Taylor Smith, Skylar Reed,

Lauren Reed, Nathan Tindall, Cason Tindall, Fletcher Tindall and Tessa Tindall; great-grandchildren, Garrett Hawkins, Isabella

Carr, Abigail Carr, Rian Pearson, Alisha Pearson, Josiah Pearson and Lillie Land; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial

service will be at the Music Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made To The Nations, P.O. Box 426,

Waycross, GA 31502.

PHELAN, Walter C. Phelan


Walter C. “Walt” Phelan, age 86, died Tuesday (Dec. 29, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following a brief

illness. He was a native of Kansas City, KS, but lived most of his life in Waycross. He was the son of the late Walter D. Phelan

and Thelma Anderson Phelan Jones and was preceded in death by his step-father, Burt Jones, and several siblings. He was a

member of Waycross First Assembly and was a supporter of To The Nations. He retired as a rural postal carrier in 1994 after

many years of service. He attained the rank of sergeant with the United States Army during the Korean War with the 224th

Tank Company of the 224th Infantry Regiment of the 40th Infantry Division. He loved to spend his time restoring houses and

cars and especially enjoyed riding and traveling on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He even obtained a handicap tag for his

Harley later on in his life. He and his wife, Janette Cason Phelan, would have celebrated 61 years of marriage Jan. 22, 2016. He

is also survived by 5 daughters, Susan (Sam) Rumfelt of Lake Wylie, SC, Linda (Kenny) Pearson of Waycross, Pat (David) Rios of

Panama City Beach, FL, Nita (John) Reed of Hahira, and Mindee (Jon) Tindall of Waycross; 11 grandchildren, Kristin Hawkins,

David Carr, Trey Pearson, Ashlee Land, Taylor Smith, Skylar Reed, Lauren Reed, Nathan Tindall, Cason Tindall, Fletcher Tindall,

and Tessa Tindall; 7 great-grandchildren, Garrett Hawkins, Isabella Carr, Abigail Carr, Rian Pearson, Alisha Pearson, Josiah

Pearson and Lillie Land; a special niece, Deena King of Waycross; siblings, “Neet” Tolleth, Bob Phelan and Kathy Hartman all of

California, and Faye Garneau of Washington, nieces, nephews and other relatives. In lieu of flowers memorial donations are

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requested to be made to To the Nations, P.O. Box 426, Waycross, GA 31502. A memorial service will be Thursday at Music

Funeral Home.

PHELPS, Clifford Ernest Phelps

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 15 December 2016)

Funeral services for Clifford Ernest Phelps, age 91, are Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home.

Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mr. Phelps passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2016, at Archbold Medical

Center. Born on October 31, 1925 in Grady County, Phelps was the son of the late Samuel Dewey Phelps and Rosa Brinson Phelps.

He married the late Margaret Stephens Phelps on September 14, 1946 in Thomasville. Mr. Phelps was in the U.S. Army and a

World War II veteran. He also worked at Ft. Banning Army Base in the water works department. He was of the Christian faith.

He is survived by daughter, Patricia Cox of Tallahassee, FL; daughter, Pam Priest of Thomasville; daughter, Penny (J.R.)

Benefield of Douglas; son, Philip Phelps of Thomasville; son, Paul E. Phelps of Thomasville; brother, S.W. Phelps of Thomasville;

sister, Mozell Williams of Thomasville; 9 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother,

Dewey Phelps and sisters, Ruth Phelps Billingsley and Vernal Phelps Hudson.

PHELPS, Marie Simpson Webb Phelps


Marie Simpson Webb Phelps, age 92, of Hahira passed away Friday, June 29, 2018 at the Fellowship Home after a brief illness.

She was born on February 27, 1926 in Hahira, GA to the late Walter & Marion (Folsom) Simpson. As long as health permitted

she was very active in her church, First Presbyterian Church. She and her late husband, Willie Webb enjoyed camping in the

mountains, fishing and playing cards. Along with her first husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her 2nd husband:

Donald Phelps, brothers: Norman W. Simpson & Charlene Simpson; sisters: Corine Stone, Laura Newman & Dorothy Holton and

niece: Sandy Folsom. Survivors include: sisters-in-law: Dorothy Simpson, Valdosta, Irene Simpson, Nebraska; nieces: Norma

Jean Johnson (Tim), Valdosta, Casey Studstill (Tom), Valdosta, Wanda Fiveash, Valdosta; nephews: A.C. Stone (Doris), Valdosta,

Walter Stone (Paula), Valdosta, Jerry Newman (Kim), Valdosta, Scott Holton, Hahira, Mark Holton (Terry), Valdosta, Allen

Simpson (Mary), Oregon, Chris Simpson, Nebraska and Paul Simpson, Nebraska. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 3, 2018 in

the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial following in Riverview Memorial Gardens. Flowers will be accepted or

please make donations to: First Presbyterian Church, c/o: Break Bread Together, 313 N. Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31601.

PHILLIPEE, Helen Louise Phillipee


Helen Louise Phillipee, age 88, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2011. Mrs. Phillipee was born to the late Herbert and Rachel

Gainey on March 24, 1923 in Dansville, GA. She later moved to Coffee County and was united in Holy Matrimony to the later

Norman Phillipee on September 15, 1947. To this union 5 children were born. In her early years, she was a member of Shiloh

Missionary Baptist Church. In her later years, she became the mother of the church at Church of God by Faith in Broxton,

which is Now New Vision Church of God by Faith. She enjoyed all church activities, cooking, and being a mother, grandmother,

and housewife. She was a woman of wisdom and her other hobbies included sewing, making homemade syrup and lye soap and

writing Easter speeches. She was preceded in death by brothers: Joseph Gainey, Mozell Gainey, James Gainey, Marion Gainey,

Golden Gainey and A.Z. Gainey. Mrs. Phillipee leaves to cherish her memories 5 children, Danny (Linda) Phillips of Ft. Lauderdale;

Jean Carol (Robert) Harris of Broxton; Jessie (Eastman, Jr.) Paulk of Douglas; Herbert Phillips of Douglas; and Annie Faye Lewis

of Broxton; 1 sister, Virginia Gainey of Pearson; 7 grandchildren, Shadrick (Heidi) Phillips; Jessica Phillips; Coretta (Bruce)

Carter; Corey Phillips; Corinthia (Vick) Wilcox; and James Lawrence III; Carla (Patrick) Jackson; 1 brother-in-law, Norwood

Phillipee of Bainbridge; 1 sister-in-law, Gertrude Phillipee of Ft. Lauderdale; 18 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; a

host of nieces, nephews, and cousins; a special niece Natalie (Clyde) English. Funeral services were May 28, 2011 at Shiloh

Baptist Church. Interment followed in the Douglas City Cemetery. Harrell’s Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

PHILLIPS, Alex Phillips


A celebration of life service for Alex Phillips, age 94, who died Saturday (Nov. 10, 2018), will be Saturday at Greater St. Paul

Missionary Baptist Church. His final resting place will be in Oakland Cemetery. He was born March 31, 1924 in Climax. He lived in

Jacksonville, FL for most of his adult life before moving to Waycross. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Johnson

Phillips, and their son, Clarence. After the death of his wife more than 15 years ago, he moved to Waycross to make his home

with his niece and nephew, Mrs. Lillie Mae Robinson and the late Edward Robinson. He became a faithful member and deacon of

Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his brother, Elder Phillips, of Cleveland, Ohio; several nieces,

nephews and other family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Welch & Brinkley Mortuary.

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PHILLIPS, Alton Phillips


Mr. and Mrs. Francis Phillips and son Howard attended the funeral of Mr. Phillips’ brother, Mr. Alton Phillips, of Hawthorne who

died Monday. The funeral was held in Gainesville Wednesday and burial was in the Hawthorne Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Andy Phillips

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 29 July 2015)

Andy Phillips, age 59, of Lakeland, GA passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at his residence after a sudden illness. He was

born January 2, 1956 in Hahira, GA to the late Bill Phillips and his mother, Hazel Mathis Stone. He worked with National Pecan

Company after 18 years with Patten Seed Company as an Assistant Supervisor. He is preceded in death by his wife of 38 years,

Judy Phillips, 2 sons, Little Andy Phillips, Robbie Phillips, his father, Bill Phillips, and a brother, Ronnie Phillips. Survivors include

1 daughter Judy Christina Phillips of Naylor, GA; 2 grandsons Richard Brandon (Danielle) Phillips of Naylor, GA, David Olvera of

Naylor, GA; his mother & step father; Hazel (Ronnie) Stone of Lakeland, GA; 1 sister & brother-in-law Mary Lou (Felton) Hall of

Hosford, FL; 2 brothers; Robert Phillips and Johnny Phillips both of Lakeland, GA; 2 sisters-in-law Julia Phillips and Missy

Phillips Lee both of Lakeland, GA, a special cousin Shanna Croft of Lakeland, GA; several aunts, nieces, nephews & cousins.

Funeral services will be Friday, July 31, 2015 at Music Funeral Services in Lakeland, GA with burial to follow in Good Hope

Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, B. F. Phillips


B. F. Phillips, 81, native and former resident of Madison County died at his home in Mayo Tuesday night. Funeral services were

held yesterday afternoon at Macedonia Baptist Church in Madison County.

PHILLIPS, Barry Phillips

(Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate February 8, 2012)

Barry Phillips, a native of his beloved Valdosta, and husband of Lakeland's Gracie Greer, died January 23 of congestive heart

failure at his home in Atlanta. He was former Chairman of the Atlanta law form of Kilpatrick, Cody, Rogers, McClatchy &

Regenstein, now known as Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton. He was a graduate of Valdosta High School, the University of

Georgia, and the University of Georgia Law School. He was a life-long scholar, lover of history, the practice of law, the

University of Georgia and mostly his family. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Grace Greer Phillips, and 4 wonderful

children: daughter, Mart Grace Phillips Reaves, of Atlanta, and her husband, John Barry Reaves, Jr.; 3 sons, Barry Phillips, Jr.,

his wife, Robin Schurr Phillips, John Greer Phillips and his wife, Dr. Lynley Durrett Phillips, all of Atlanta, and Quinton Braddock

Phillips and his wife, Cindy Jerrell Phillips, of Watkinsville, GA; and 5 beloved grandchildren, Emily Greer Phillips, Callan Rachel

Phillips, Laurel Grace Phillips, Lindsey Scarlet Phillips and Luke Durrett Phillips. Phillips served in the Korean War, stationed on

the front lines where he was commander of a tank battalion. He earned the Air Metal for flying missions as an aerial observer,

identifying and calling back positions of enemy fore to the tanks and men on the front lines. Phillips was a lifelong supporter of

the University of Georgia, earning many high honors. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa, was a member of ODK, Sphinx, Gridiron, Phi

Kappa Alpha and was a scholar athlete. He attended college on a football scholarship under coaches Wally Butts and Quinton

Lupkin and was proud that, under the auspices of Coach Lumpkin, he established two scholarships for the University of Georgia,

one for the Law School, in honor of his law firm, the Kilpatrick Scholarship Fund, and the other to the University for Scholar

Athletes, named in memory of his mentor, Coach Lumpkin. Phillips graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia Law

School in 1954. He entered the practice of law with the firm known as Smith, Kilpatrick, Cody, Rodgers & McClatchey in 1954

and practiced with the firm his entire career, retiring in 1997 after 43 years of active practice and two years as Chairman of

the Firm. He was recognized by his peers as a giant in the legal profession and the community. During his career, Phillips was

active in the civic life of Atlanta, serving as a founding member of the British American Society and Canadian American Society,

and was a member of the Society of International Business Fellows. He was an officer of the Atlanta Convention and Visitors

Bureau, former President of the Georgia Council of International Visitors where he was well known for his hospitality to

international visitors, and was a member of the Lawyers Club of Atlanta, The Downtown Kiwanis, The Piedmont Driving Club, The

Commerce Club, and many other professional associations. He was also presiding Co-Chairman of the National Conference of

Christians and Jews and President of the Fulton County Division of the American Heart Association. He was named one of the

Most Influential Georgians by both Atlanta Magazine and Georgia Trend Magazine and selected as a Best Lawyer in Atlanta. He

served as Chairman of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, Chairman of the Sports Hall of Fame Board,

and as the first Chairman of the Metropolitan Atlanta Olympic Games Authority for the 1996 Summer Olympic Games held in

Atlanta. Olympic Organizer Billy Payne solicited Phillips and his law firm's help with the organization of the games as a result of

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Phillips's friendship with Billy's late father, Porter Payne. He was present in Tokyo in 1990 for the announcement of Atlanta as

the winner of the Summer Games and signed the contract as Chairman of the Metropolitan Atlanta Olympic Games Authority

along with Mayor Maynard Jackson. Clients valued Phillips for his legal skills and his business acumen. He served as an Executive

Committee Member of the Board of Directors of Bank South (now known as Bank of America) and as a Member if the Board of

Directors of companies such as Dodge Wire Company, Atlas Finance Company, Scripto, Inc., Colonial Stores, Fox Manufacturing

Company, Life of the South and IRT Realty. He retired from active practice in 1997 and continued Of Counsel to his firm until

his death. Phillips was an avid traveler, taking his family to all parts of North and South America and Europe, Imparting to them

a respect for people of different cultures, history and geography, He even started traveling with his grandchildren, taking the

older ones to London and the entire family on a Hawaiian cruse to celebrate his and Gracie's 50th wedding anniversary four

years ago. After retirement, Barry and Gracie travelled the globe, visiting more than 100 countries, His curiosity for other

people, their cultures and their history knows no bounds. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was

supportive to all who knew him and will be greatly missed. Funeral services were held at Peachtree Road United Methodist

Church January 26.

PHILLIPS, Charles Lavaughn Phillips


Mr. Charles Lavaughn Phillips, age 78 of Broxton, GA, passed away September 19, 2009, at his home. Mr. Phillips, a native of

Coffee County, GA, was born June 8, 1931. He was the son of the late Luther and Gladys Harper Phillips. He was a retired

electrician in the mobile home industry and he attended Broxton Church of God. Survivors are his wife: Shirley Wood Phillips; 3

daughters: Sherry Wall of Douglas, GA, Dianne Evans of Broxton, Brenda (Carrell) White of McRae, GA; 1 son: H. L. Phillips of

Broxton, GA; 1 brother: R. M. (Shirley) Phillips; grandchildren: Damon Graham, Marcus Garrison, Paul Evans Alana Whitener of

Hill Air Force Base, UT, Laura Minton of Hazlehurst, GA, Samantha Howze of Douglas, GA; and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral

services were Monday, September 21, 2009, at the Broxton Church of God. Burial followed in the Reedy Branch Church

Cemetery near Broxton, GA. Sims Funeral was in charge of arrangements.

PHILLIPS, Donald David Phillips


Donald David Phillips, age 76, of Folkston, passed away Thursday (Jan. 29, 2015) at Genesis Health Care Folkston Park. He was

born Feb. 18, 1938 in Charlton County, the son of William Augustus and Mary Jane Prescott Phillips. A lifelong resident, he

served the people of Charlton County as a Folkston city police officer, Charlton County deputy sheriff, Folkston City Council

member and the Okefenokee Swamp. He helped build Charlton Memorial Hospital and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include

his wife, Theo Phillips, of Folkston; 4 children, Derral (Jeannie) Phillips, of Jacksonville, OR, Julia (Eddie) Neumann, of Folkston,

Lanier (Donna) Phillips, of Folkston, David (Sylvia) Phillips, of Kennesaw, CA; 14 grandchildren, Shawn Phillips, Andrew Phillips,

Erika Neumann, Amber Neumann, Amie Neumann, Jordyn Neumann, Matt (Stephanie) Varnes, Emily Phillips, Katie (Jessie) Pate,

Julia Phillips, Miranda Phillips, Shelby Phillips, Jackson Phillips, Thomas Phillips; 5 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers, Henry (Jean)

Phillips, Bob Phillips, Jimmy (Joann) Phillips and George Phillips; 2 sisters, Willie Maude Johns and Sue (Roni) Murray; many

nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Stephanie Varnes. The funeral will be

Sunday at Folkston First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Traders Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of

Shepard Funeral Home, Folkston.

PHILLIPS, Donnie Phillips


Mr. Donnie Phillips, age 67, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2014, at his residence following an extended

illness. Mr. Phillips was born on August 29, 1946, in Douglas, GA, to the late Claude Wesley Phillips, Sr. and Myrtice Chaney

Phillips. Survivors include his wife, Marion Partin Phillips of Douglas, GA; 1 daughter, Donna Motamedi of Brunswick, GA; 3

grandchildren, Isabella Ahna Motamedi and Phillip Keon Motamedi both of Sugar Hill, GA; and Savannah Collins of Savannah, GA;

and everal nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his son, Donnie Lavoy Phillips, Jr., two sisters, Betty Merritt and

Murrell Story, and two brothers, Albert Johns and C.W. Phillips, Jr. Funeral service was Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at Southview

Church of God. Interment followed at Reedy Branch Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PHILLIPS, Donnie Phillips Sr.

(Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 17 June 2020)

Donnie Phillips, Sr., age 70, of Boston, GA, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. Arrangements by

Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home.

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PHILLIPS, Frank Phillips Jr.

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 13 April 2020)

Frank Phillips Jr., age 97, passed away on April 13, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. Frank was born March 20, 1923 in Marion, Iowa to

Frank P. Phillips and Matilda M. Pearce Phillips. Frank honorably served our country in the United States Marine Corps during

WWII during the battle on Iwo Jima. Frank worked as an auto Mechanic for many years. He was preceded in death by his

parents Frank P. Phillips, Matilda M. Pearce Phillips, and his loving wife of 50 + years, Frances Phillips. Frank is survived by his

two sons, Russell and Wayne Phillips, and his niece Cindy Worsham. Private Services will be held at a later date. All


PHILLIPS, George F. Phillips


BLACKSHEAR — George Franklin “Frank” Phillips, 78, of Blackshear, passed away Friday morning (July 6, 2012) at his residence

following a short illness. Born in Mershon Nov. 30, 1933, he moved back to Pierce County in the early 1960’s after being gone for

many years. He was a retired boilermaker with the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers — Savannah Local 26 — with 50

years of service. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served during the Korean Conflict and was a lifetime member of the VFW

Post 4583 in Jesup. He was a member of Faith Fort Green Baptist Church in Wauchula, Fla., and was an avid horticulturist. He

was a son of the late Henry B. and Zimmie Lovell Phillips and was also preceded in death by two sisters, Daisy Kirkland and Grace

Godfrey. Survivors include his wife, Glenda Loper Phillips, of Blackshear; a daughter, Dashia P. Fritz, of Blackshear; a son, Brian

Robbie Phillips, of Blackshear; a sister, Beatrice Albritton, of Wauchula; four grandchildren, Philip Edwin (Tanya) Roberson,

Payton James Roberson, Amber Brianna Phillips and Ashley Robin Phillips; three great-grandchildren, Mason Roberson, Madox

Roberson and Maylee Roberson; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 4

o’clock at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Martha Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to

the service at the funeral home. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

PHILLIPS, George H. Phillips


George H. Phillips, 53, of the Lithia, FL area died suddenly Sunday October 31st, 1964 enroute to a hospital. He was a native of

Madison and resided in Avon Park for 28 years before moving to Lithia 13 years ago. He was an electrician and also engaged in

farming and citrus growing, member of the Mulberry Church of God and an amateur radio operator. Survivors include his wife,

Mrs. Iva Phillips, five sons, (unreadable) and Leon, both of Lithia, Wallon of (unreadable) Park; Edmund of Lakeland, Donald L. of

Tampa; two brothers, Walden H. of Madison and (unreadable) of Tallahassee; three sisters, Vauda Parrish of Tampa; Mrs.

(unreadable) of Holly Hill and Miss (unreadable) Phillips of Madison and nine grandchildren. Funeral services were held

Wednesday November 3, 1965 in the Mulberry Church of God with interment in Bougainvillea Cemetery in Avon Park.

PHILLIPS, George Relee Phillips


George Relee Phillips, age 24, died very suddenly Friday at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Cary Phillips of Madison. He is

survived also by a sister, Mrs. Gordon Bass; three brothers, Turner Phillips of Lee; Roy Phillips and James Cary Phillips, both of

Madison; two nieces and two nephews and many other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday in Corinth Primitive Baptist

Church with burial in the church cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Hazel Marie Dover Phillips


Mrs. Hazel Marie Dover Phillips, age 74, passed away Sunday August 15, 2010, at her residence, following an extended illness.

Mrs. Phillips, a native of Jesup, Wayne County, GA, had lived in the Wray area for many years. She and her late husband, Arthur

Wilbert Phillips, were prominent farmers of the Wray Community. She was the daughter of the late Henry Jackson Dover and

the late Alberta Powell Dover. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Ernest Dover. Mrs. Phillips was a member of the

Wray Holiness Baptist Church. Survivors include 2 sons: Keith (Ellen) Phillips of Wray, GA; Kim (Nancy) Phillips of Douglas, GA; 3

grandchildren: Misti (Craig) Baldwin of Rockmart, GA, Amber (Dr. Jonathan) Rutledge of Little Rock, AR and Christopher

(Amanda) Phillips of Nashville, TN; 3 great-grandchildren: Chase Baldwin of Rockmart, GA, Lane Rutledge and Levi Rutledge,

both of Little Rock, AR; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Tuesday, August 17, 2010, at the

Wray Holiness Baptist Church. The interment followed in the Wray Church Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of

the arrangements.

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PHILLIPS, Helen Ragans Phillips

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 17 December 2016)

Mrs. Helen Ragans Phillips passed away Friday, December 16, 2016 at Madison County Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services will

be Monday, December 19, 2016, at Beggs Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church

Cemetery. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Madison. She was employed by Metal Products in Madison, FL and

worked for the Madison Enterprise-Recorder newspaper. Mrs. Phillips was preceded in death by her husband, Cleo Phillips; one

sister, Yvonne Barrs and one brother, Ray Ragans. She is survived by one daughter, Bunnie Phillips of Madison and one son, John

Mobley of Valparaiso, FL; 3 sisters: Diane Wells, Patricia (Gordy) Bass, and Barbara Johnson all of Madison; 3 brothers, W.C.

(Mary), Spessard (Linda), and Ronnie (Marilyn) Ragans all of Madison, FL; 1 granddaughter, Gena Huggins, and 2 grandsons, Ryan

Sweat and Josh Agner of Lee, FL.

PHILLIPS, Henry H. Phillips Jr.

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today 28 August 2020)

Ret/ MSGT. Henry H. Phillips, Jr., age 91, of Valdosta, died on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Berrien County Hospital. Henry was

born in Cuthbert, GA on June 18, 1929 to the late Henry Harris Phillips, Sr., and Julia Yancey Phillips. The United States Air

Force brought Henry and family to Moody, A.F.B. in 1968. Henry was Moody’s NCO in charge and lead instructor for all Moody

personnel small arms instruction and qualifications. Henry also competed as the number one shooter on the U.S.A.F pistol team,

often bringing home first place trophies. Henry once instructed the 43rd President, George W. Bush during Bush’s early Air

Force years. Henry volunteered his time to become range boss for the annual Civilian Marksman Program (CMP) National

Matches to promote firearm safety and marksmanship training with emphasis on the youth at Camp Perry, Ohio. Henry remained

at Moody until his Air Force retirement in 1971. Henry’s commitment to Berrien County and his enjoyment of sports allowed him

to volunteer his spare time as an after school bus driver between Alapaha, Enigma, and West Berrien schools picking up junior

high schoolers to transport them to football practice every week during the football season. Henry’s commitment to Berrien

County and Nashville didn’t stop with sports. Henry served his community by becoming a Nashville Police Officer (NPD) and was

selected as the Director of Berrien County’s first Ambulance Service. In the late 80’s, Henry was called back to Moody as a civil

service employee in the Air Force Transportation Department where he once again retired 1992, to begin relaxing and fishing

with his lovely wife Melba. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Melba Ruth Phillips, of Valdosta; one daughter, June Griner,

and her husband James Griner of Nashville: two sons; Henry Harris Phillips, III, and his wife, Cathy Jean Phillips of Valdosta;

Dr. Stanley Michael Phillips, Sr., and his wife; Lisa Nicole Phillips of Lawrence, KS; seven grandchildren, Terri (Trae) Craven of

Nashville, GA, Chris Griner of Shelbyville, IN, Kim (Robert) Fordham of Greenfield, IN, Shane Armstrong of Chicago, IL,

Amanda (Sam) Owens of Leesburg, GA, Stanley Michael Phillips, Jr. of Corpus Christi, TX, Ragan Phillips of Lawrence, KS; nine

great grandchildren; Cullen (Taylor) Griffin, Brooke Griffin, Henry Craven, Devin, Emily, and Landon Fordham, Kaylie Davis,

Tyson Ecker, Wesley Cook; one great great granddaughter, Jupiter of Valdosta; and Henry’s sisters Hazel Keaton of Bronwood,

GA and Betty Manor of Dahlonega, GA; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home.

Burial will follow at Nashville Memorial Gardens.

PHILLIPS, Hetty Kell Phillips


Miss Hetty Kell Phillips died Sunday morning, March 6th at the Home of the Aged on St. Johns Avenue in Jacksonville. Miss

Phillips was a native of Madison County and taught in Madison for several years. For many years she engaged in teaching and

secretarial work in Florida and other states. She was a graduate of Scarritt Bible and Training School, Nashville, TN. Survivors

are one brother George Phillips, of Live Oak; one sister, Mrs. Alice Bond, of Washington DC; three nephews, Carl Phillips, of

Bradenton, Emory Gilson, of Madison, and Harvey Gibson, of San Diego, CA and two nieces, Mrs. Katie Owens, of Jacksonville

and Mrs. Lydia Phillips Howes, of Pahokee. Funeral services were held Monday with interment in Riverside Memorial Park,

Jacksonville.

PHILLIPS, Hoover Phillips


HOMERVILLE - Hoover Phillips, 62, passed away Wednesday (July 9, 2008) at Clinch Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are

incomplete. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Phillips family.

PHILLIPS, Imogene Phillips

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/05/imogene-phillips/)

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Imogene Phillips, age 87, of Barney, died on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at the Presbyterian Home in Quitman. Born in Morehead

City, NC, on August 18, 1931, she was the daughter of the late James B. Long and Ima Ball Long. She had worked as a

bookkeeper and was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Barney. Widow of the late Wendell Earnest Phillips, Mrs. Phillips

is survived by her children, Thomas W. (Marjorie) Phillips of Jacksonville, FL, Jeffery V. (Pat) Phillips of Statesville, NC, Robert

W. (Yulee) Charlotte, NC, Cheryl P. (Michael) Fisette, Linda S. (Douglas) Jones of Barney, William E. (Athea) Phillips of Lake

City, FL; Wendy P. (Richard) Smith of Jacksonville, FL; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great

grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Linda L. (Bill) Ring of Summit, NY. Mrs. Phillips was preceded in death by her

brothers, James B. Long, Jr., Leslie G. Long and a grandson, Barry Dale Bedo, Jr. Funeral services will be at Friendship Baptist

Church in Barney. Burial will follow at Campground Cemetery. Martin/McLane Funeral Home in Hahira is entrusted with the

arrangements.

PHILLIPS, J. R. Phillips, Sr.

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 1 August 2015)

J. R. "Johnny" Phillips, Sr., age 53, of Lakeland, GA passed away Saturday, August 1, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center

after a lengthy illness. He was born on January 25, 1962 in Hahira, GA to the late Bill Phillips and Hazel (Mathis) Phillips Stone

of Lakeland. He was Baptist by faith. Along with his father he is preceded in death by 2 brothers, Andy Phillips & Ronnie Phillips

and 2 nephews, Little Andy Phillips and Robbie Phillips. Survivors include: 2 sons & daughters-in-law, J. R. (Jessika) Phillips, Jr.,

of Naylor, GA, Billy (Alexa) Phillips of Lakeland, GA; 3 grandchildren: Levi, Gage & soon to be Johnny Case; the mother of his

children: Melissa Vickers Phillips Lee of Lakeland, GA; his mother & step-father, Hazel (Ronnie) Stone of Lakeland, GA; 1

brother, Robert Phillips of Lakeland, GA; 1 sister & brother-in-law, Mary Lou (Felton) Hall of Hosford, FL; 1 sister-in-law, Julia

Phillips of Lakeland, GA; nieces: Tina, Amanda & Jessie; nephew: Randall and several aunts, uncles & cousins. Funeral Services will

be Tuesday, August 4, 2015 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow at Guthrie Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Jacob Silvanus Phillips


Rev. Jake S. Phillips, age 94, went home to be with his Lord Friday, April 25, 2014 at his home in Madison, Florida surrounded by

his wife, daughter, and Big Bend Hospice care givers. Jacob Silvanus Phillips was born on May 6, 1919, in Granite Fall, NC to

Parks Lee and Eva Ellen Moore Phillips. Welcoming his birth were siblings Oscar (Ott), Edna, and Ethel. When Jake was three

years old his youngest brother Paul was born. The Phillips lived “in the mill village” part of the year and on “the farm” at Dudley

Shoals part of the year. They attended Concord Baptist Church and Jake served as a deacon. Most folks worked at Shufford

Mills as did Jake for a while beginning at age sixteen. Jake and Edna were married June 11, 1938, and their daughter Jean was

born in 1939. Jake took his family to Wilmington, NC to work in the shipyard but moved back to Granite Falls where he worked

at the Granite Falls Machine Shop and later sold insurance. It was during this period of time that Jake sang the lead in the

Songsters Quartet. Jake served his country during World War II as an automatic rifleman with the 114th Infantry, Company

F, of the United States Army from September 1, 1944-April 19, 1946. He was awarded the American Theater Service Medal,

EAME Service Medal with 2 bronze service stars, and a World War II victory medal. It was at Ridgecrest Baptist Assembly,

NC, in 1957 that Jake heard and responded to the call of the Lord to move to Monroeville, Monroe County, AL to serve as

associate pastor at Southside Baptist Church. In 1960 he moved to Evergreen and to the Conecuh Baptist Association. When he

came to Covington Baptist Association, Covington County, AL in March of 1964, it was with deep conviction that God was calling

him to serve Him in that place. West Highland Baptist Church, Andalusia, AL was Jake and Edna’s home church where they

faithfully served for thirty plus years. During his tenure he was elected President of Directors of Missions for the Alabama

Baptist State Board of Missions. When he resigned June 30, 1984, he did so with the conviction that God was once again leading

him to retirement. His retirement as DOM did not include retirement from preaching and teaching of God’s Word, for the call

to preach is a life-long call. He continued to do interim work in Alabama until he moved to Florida in 1995 after the death of his

first wife Edna. After moving to Madison and finding himself without a helpmeet, he courted and married Judy Wheeler from

Andalusia, Alabama. Even in Florida he did interim work and taught the Men’s Bible Class at Madison First Baptist Church. Even

into his early nineties he was still serving faithfully. Brother Jake is survived by his wife - Judy C. Phillips of fourteen years,

daughter, Jean P. McWilliams and grandson, Clayte (Vickie) McWilliams of Madison, granddaughter, Linda M. (Ron) Boyer, great

grandchildren, Carley Luke and Jake Luke of Darien, GA, step sons Joseph Wheeler of Valdosta, GA and John Wheeler and

family of Andalusia, AL, sister-in-law, Rilla B. (Paul) Phillips of Granite Falls, NC, a host of nieces, nephews. He was preceded in

death by first wife of 57 years Edna McGee Phillips, his parents Parks Lee and Eva Ellen Moore Phillips, and his siblings, Ethel P.

Rum, Oscar P., Edna P. Weaver, Paul P., and his son-in-law Buddy McWilliams. A celebration of his life will be held Tuesday, April

29, 2014, at First Baptist Church, Madison, Florida. Interment will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison, Florida. For those

wishing to make memorial donations, these may be made to GuideStone Financial Resources 2401 Cedar Springs Rd. , Dallas, TX

75201-1498, designated to ARMS, Big Bend Hospice 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308-5428 or Madison First

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Baptist, P. O. Box 307, Madison, FL 32340, designated to the mission fund. Beggs Funeral Home Madison is in charge of the

arrangements.

PHILLIPS, James E. Phillips


James E. Phillips, brother of Mrs. H. T. Holton, of this city was accidentally killed by a falling tree at Gulf Hammock last week.

Mr. Phillips, with the U. S. Engineers, was engaged in a dredging operation when the tree fell, killing Mr. Phillips immediately and

seriously wounding two others, one of whom subsequently died. Mr. Phillips, 46, was born in Suwannee County, and had made his

home in Tampa for a number of years.

PHILLIPS, Janice Merle Phillips

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 8 May 2018)

Mrs. Janice Merle Phillips, age 82 of Warm Springs, GA, formerly of Perry, FL, passed away on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at

Columbus Hospice, Columbus, GA. Funeral services will be Monday, May 14, 2018 at Macedonia Baptist Church, Manchester, GA

with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Phillips was born January 9, 1936 in Panama City, FL, the daughter of

John T. Burgans and Bessie Anderson Burgans. She married James Milton Phillips on October 12, 1957 and lived most of her life

in Perry, FL where she was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church. She retired from the Taylor County (FL) Public Library after

20 years of service traveling across Taylor County as the Book Mobile Lady. After her husband's death, she moved to Warm

Springs, GA in 2002 and eventually joined Macedonia Baptist Church. Mrs. Phillips loved to fish, enjoyed arrowhead hunting and

reading and was an avid book collector. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her daughter, Cheri Cook

Farrell, a granddaughter, Lacey Morgan and two brothers, Theron Burgans and Cecil McAllister. Survivors include her children,

Pepper Connell (Clint) of Warm Springs, Scarlet Morgan (David) of Perry, FL, Ben Phillips (Kim) of Gainesville, FL; nine

grandchildren, Nick (Debra) Farrell of Panama City, FL, Zak (Chelsea) Morgan of Perry, FL, Rhett (Katie) Morgan of Perry, FL,

Brekley Morgan of Perry, FL, Ashlyn Morgan (Randy) Perry of Perry, FL, Hunter (Jasen) Connell of Athens, GA, Vicci Connell of

Warm Springs, Brandon Phillips of Gainesville, FL, Lauren Phillips of Gainesville, FL; nine great grandchildren, Casen Heartsfield,

Ella McAdams, Tysdn Morgan, Ana Claire Summerlin, Lanee McAdams, Kaidyn Morgan, Libby Mae Morgan, Addie Knight and

Baylee Morgan, all of Perry. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mrs. Phillips may be made to: Columbus Hospice, 7020

Moon Road, Columbus, GA 31909. Cox Funeral Home, Manchester, GA is assisting the family.

PHILLIPS, Mrs. Joe Phillips


Funeral services for Mrs. Joe Phillips, age 48, who died at her home in Stuart, FL Tuesday, will be held this Friday morning

January 5 at the graveside in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Survivors include her husband, Mr. Joe Phillips, of Stuart; one son, Joe

Phillips, Jr., of Syracuse, NY; two brothers, Chandler H. Smith, of Jacksonville; and A. H. Smith, of Madison; five sisters, Mrs.

Charles Phillips and Mrs. P. S. Cantey, both of Madison; Mrs. J. B. Cheek, of Brownsville, TX; Mrs. Hunter Dunn, of Birmingham,

AL; and Mrs. E. E. Delahoyde, of Burlington, WI and a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Phillips was the daughter of the late

Dr. and Mrs. Chandler H. Smith, a prominent Madison family. She was educated at Stetson University.

PHILLIPS, John M. Phillips


John M. Phillips, age 81, retired farmer and stockman, father of Francis Phillips of this city, died April 24th at his home at

Lochloosa following an illness of several months. Services were held Monday at Lochloosa Methodist Church with burial in

Antioch Cemetery. Williams-Thomas Funeral Home, Gainesville had arrangements in charge. Mr. Phillips had lived in that

community for 52 years. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Maude Phillips and five sons, J. Marvin Phillips, of Live Oak; Alton

Phillips and James W. Phillips, both of Hawthorne; Francis Phillips, of Madison; and Harold Phillips, of Milledge, GA.

PHILLIPS, Lila Jones Phillips


Mrs. Lila Jones Phillips, age 82, pioneer resident of Madison County, and widow of the late J. T. Phillips died Sunday night at the

home of her daughter, Mrs. J. J. Conway, in this city. Mrs. Phillips had resided here since the death of her husband in 1930.

Mrs. Phillips was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. Survivors are one son, Dr. J. O. Phillips, of Miami, and her daughter,

Mrs. Conway; seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held at Macedonia Cemetery Tuesday.

PHILLIPS, Mabelene Lee Phillips

(Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 31 March, 2015)

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The daughter of Mr. Ora Lee, Sr. and Mrs. Corrine McDaniel Herring, Mrs. Mabelene Lee Phillips was born on November 19,

1955 in Madison County, FL. Mrs. Mabelene Lee Phillips enjoyed life as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-

grandmother, aunt, sister-in-law, devoted relative and friend. A woman of wisdom, she was known for her unique way of

expressing herself as well as living life to its fullest. She will long be remembered for her keen insight, wittiness and astuteness

regarding life’s challenges and means of survival. She was an active member of Jeslamb African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.)

Church in Madison, until she relocated to Orlando, Florida in 2002. Upon her relocation, she joined Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church. Her

memory will forever live in the hearts of her daughters: Tameka Fudge and Amy Jonas Brasby; her son, Raymond Jonas, Jr.; her

grandchildren: Kendrick Brown, Sr., Areesha Fudge, Jamarien Moore, Asia Alexander, Dyneziah Jonas, Khirysten Jonas, Jahquez

Fudge, Raven Jonas and Raymond Jonas, III; her great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, mother, sister and brother-in-laws,

and many other relatives. A service of Celebration will take place on Saturday, April 4, at Jeslamb African Methodist Episcopal

Church, Madison, FL. Interment: Jeslamb A.M.E. Church Cemetery. Postell’s Mortuary is providing service for the Phillips fami ly.

PHILLIPS, Marc Phillips


Marc Phillips of Washington, DC died Friday night after a few weeks’ illness of heart trouble. His wife, the former Miss Marion

Howard Tharin, is a former resident of Madison.

PHILLIPS, Mertia Phillips


On the night of February 16th, 1939 the death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Phillips and bore away the gentle

spirit of Mrs. Mertia Phillips, wife of Mr. Robert Phillips, who is son of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Phillips. She had been sick for a long

time being in bed mostly ever since August 1938, during which time she suffered very much. She was laid away Friday, the 17th

at Corinth Cemetery. She leaves to mourn her death a heart-broken husband, Mr. Robert Phillips, two dear little children, the

oldest a boy 12 years old, the other a girl 5 years old, and a host of relatives and friends.

PHILLIPS, Mrs. Obbie Phillips


Mrs. Obbie Phillips, age 44, died Monday in the University of Florida Medical Center after a month long fight with Eastern

equine encephalitis. She was the wife of the late Robert Phillips. She was a member of the Second Baptist Church of DeLand.

She is survived by 5 sons, Eston, Bobby, Stanley, Joey and Terry Phillips of Madison; 1 step-daughter, Mrs. Elvie Rodgers and

one step-son, Orin Phillips of Tampa; 5 brothers, Tommy Holland of Melbourne; Robert Holland of Cocoa Beach; Ben Holland of

Baltimore, MD; Phillip Holland of Lake Alfred; and Beryl Holland of Miami; 1 sister, Miss Ada Holland of Miami; 11 grandchildren;

and 1 great-grandchild. Services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in the Corinth Primitive Baptist

Church Cemetery South of Lee.

PHILLIPS, Mrs. P. D. Phillips


Mrs. P. D. Phillips, aged 76 years, mother of Mr. Charles Phillips, of this city, passed away Saturday at a hospital in Thomasville,

GA following a long illness. Funeral services were held Monday in Anniston, AL and interment was in the family cemetery there.

Survivors are one daughter, Miss Mary Lou Phillips, of Thomasville, and two sons, Mr. Charles Phillips, of Madison and Fort

Lauderdale, and Mr. Joe Phillips, of Tampa. Mrs. P. D. Phillips was formerly from Alabama.

PHILLIPS, Percy A. Phillips

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 13 November 2018)

Percy Phillips, age 94, of Quitman, GA, passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at the Presbyterian Home. Arrangements are


PHILLIPS, Mrs. R. L. Phillips


Mrs. R. L. Phillips, age 85, died Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lessie Webb, south of Lee. She was the daughter of

the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom Thomas, and widow of the late R. L. Phillips who died in 1951, and was a lifelong Madison County

resident. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Eliza Henderson, of Madison; and Mrs. Lessie Webb, of Lee; two sons, Cary Phillips

and Joe Phillips, both of Lee; twenty-seven grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; also a sister, Mrs. Lottie McClamma, of

Clearwater and other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday at Corinth Primitive Baptist Church with interment in the

church cemetery.

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PHILLIPS, Robert Earl Phillips

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 14 May 2015)

Graveside services for Robert Earl Phillips, age 78 of Coolidge, are Saturday, May 16, 2015, in Murphy Cemetery. Mr. Phillips

died Thursday, May 14, at Agape Health & Rehab. Born March 21, 1938 in Mathiston, MS, he was the son of the late Dessie B.

Phillips and Bertha Ernestine May. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include 1 son, David Phillips; 2 daughters, Tammy Herd,

Barbara Story; sisters, Shirley Sheriff, Iva Lee Carlton; brothers, Jimmy Phillips, Jerry Phillips; sisters, Wanda Paramore, Kay

Gay, Fay Hough; 10 grandchildren; and 11 nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Colquitt Regional

Hospice, 2516 Fifth Ave., S.E., Moultrie, GA 31768.

PHILLIPS, Robert H. Phillips


Robert H. Phillips, age 57, of Lee, died at his home there Tuesday. He was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was

engaged in farming in the Midway community. Funeral services were held Thursday in Corinth Primitive Baptist Church with

interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Ollie Holland Phillips, of Lee; one daughter, Mrs. Elvie Rodgers,

of Madison; five sons, Orien Phillips, of Tampa, Eston Phillips, Bobby Phillips, Stanley Phillips, and Joey Phillips, all four of Lee;

eight grandchildren; his mother, Mrs. R. L. Phillips, of Lee; two brothers, Cary Phillips and Joe Phillips, both of Lee.

PHILLIPS, Robert Justin Phillips


Mr. Robert Justin Phillips, age 30, passed away on May 19, 2019 in Live Oak, FL. Robbie was born October 18, 1988 in Madison,

FL to Robert Turner Phillips and Carol Ellen Odom Phillips. He attended Madison County High School and worked as a freelance

tattoo artist. In his spare time he enjoyed skateboarding and riding motorcycles. Robbie was preceded in death by; his mother

Carol Ellen Odom and a brother Josh Odom. He is survived by a daughter, Nevaeh Ellen Phillips of Madison; his father, Robert T.

Phillips of Cross City, FL; 1 brother, Ethan Phillips of Tampa, FL; 2 sisters, Michelle Perrault of West Palm Beach, FL, and

Bethany Phillips of Tallahassee, FL; paternal grandparents, Turner and Mozella Phillips, of Lee, FL; the mother of his child,

Mindy Lasseter; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be at Burns Funeral

Home of Madison. Interment will follow in Corinth Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Robert Lee Phillips


Robert Lee Phillips, age 73, a lifelong resident of the Corinth community, died Monday at his home there after a short illness.

He had not been well for some time. Funeral services were held Monday in the Corinth Baptist Church with interment in the

Corinth Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Robert L. Phillips, and eight sons and daughters,

grandchildren and other relatives.

PHILLIPS, Rosa Carter Phillips


Mrs. Rosa Carter Phillips, age 60, died Monday at her home in Valdosta, following a brief illness. Among survivors is one sister,

Mrs. Ida Arnold, of Madison.

PHILLIPS, Ross Edgar Phillips


The Rev. Ross Edgar Phillips, age 89, died Sunday (Jan. 21, 2018) at his residence after an extended illness. He was born in

Mansfield, IL, to the late Clyde Jefferson Phillips Sr. and Effie Rosetta Hall Phillips. A veteran of the Korean War, he retired

from United States Air Force and served as a Baptist minister. He was a member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church and the

Waycross Men’s Golf Association. He was preceded in death by four siblings, Harold Phillips, Beulah Jamison, Ina Mae Truitt and

Clyde Phillips Jr. Survivors include his wife, Mattie Mills Phillips of Waycross, two sons, Stan Phillips of Winston, GA, and

Charles A. Phillips of Forsyth, five grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will

be Wednesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton at a later date.

PHILLIPS, Rubye Carter Phillips


Mrs. Rubye Carter Phillips, age 89, of Douglas, GA, passed away Sunday on October 25, 2009, at the Coffee Regional Medical

Center, in Douglas, following an extended illness. Mrs. Phillips, a native of Baxley, Appling County, was the daughter of the late

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S. H. Carter, and the late Mary Tatum Carter, and the wife of the late George W. Phillips. She moved to Douglas to do

paperwork and keep books for a local stockyard, where she met and later married George W. Phillips. She was a member of a

local garden club. Mrs. Phillips was an active member of the First Baptist Church, until she became ill. Survivors include: one son:

Emory Phillips of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at

the First Baptist Church. The entombment followed in the Community Mausoleum in the Douglas City Cemetery. Ricketson


PHILLIPS, Mrs. S. E. Phillips

(Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 2, 1907)

Mrs. S. E. Phillips, of West Farm, died at her home last Sunday, after a lingering illness of sometime, and was interred in the

Brady Cemetery near West Farm Monday in the presence of a large gathering of relatives and friends. She was the daughter

of Mrs. C. V. McClellan, of this city. Besides a husband and other near and dear relatives she leaves several children, among

them an infant of only a few days old.

Editor Elmer’s notes: From the Madison County Cemetery records we note that the name of the wife of S. E. Phillips was Mary

Louise Phillips, born 19 Mar 1874, died 28 Apr 1907.

PHILLIPS, Tempie Ann Phillips


Tempie Ann Phillips, age 86, died at her home south of Lee, Monday, after an extended illness. She was a lifelong resident of

Madison County. Survivors are her husband, W. H. Phillips, of Lee; four daughters, Mrs. J. F. Dryden; Miss Willie Phillips; Mrs.

Mattie Whigham and Mrs. Norman Howard; and one son, John Henry Phillips, all of Lee. Three other sons, J. B. Phillips; S. L.

Phillips and an unnamed infant preceded her in death. Also surviving are two brothers, Axom Webb; and J. P. Webb, both of Lee;

twenty-two grandchildren, thirty-seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Services were held Tuesday at

Corinth Primitive Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Timothy L. Phillips


Mr. Timothy L. Phillips, age 42 of Willacoochee, GA, formerly of Douglas, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010, at the Bacon

County Hospital in Alma following a brief illness. Mr. Phillips, a native of Jesup, GA, had worked for Wal-Mart, Inc. in the

shipping department, in Monroe, GA, at the distribution center. He was the son of the late Luke Phillips and the late Mary

Bonnie Black Phillips. He was also preceded in death by a son: Joshua Lawton Phillips. Survivors include his wife: Lisa Ann Taylor

Phillips of Willacoochee, GA; 1 daughter: Megan Phillips of Willacoochee, GA; brothers: Allen Phillips of Douglas, GA; Dewayne

Phillips of Newnan, GA and Jeremy Horton of Douglas, GA; sisters: Linda Dykes of Winder, GA, and Becky Lawrence of

Willacoochee, GA; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at Harden’s

Chapel Methodist Church in Toombs County. The interment followed in the Harden’s Chapel Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home

was in charge of the arrangements.

PHILLIPS, Tommy David Lyon Phillips

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL June 6,

2014)

Tommy David Lyon Phillips, age 74, of Mayo, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2014. Tommy was born April 11, 1940 in Neilsville,

WI, to David and Virdine (Oman) Phillips. Mr. Phillips was a member of Bethel Creek Baptist Church in Mayo. He was a veteran of

the United States Navy and Merchant Marines. Mr. Phillips enjoyed gardening, and loved to spend time in the outdoors camping

and fishing. Mr. Phillips was preceded in death by his parents David Lyon and Virdine Isabelle Phillips-Oman and his loving wife

Mrs. Bonnie Phillips. He is survived by his daughter Debbie Lynne Portbury of Mayo; his sons Michael Portbury of Mayo and

Timothy Portbury of Connecticut; his brother Charles Phillips of N. Carolina and sisters Maryette Phillips of N. Carolina, Marlea

Mehmer of California; his aunt Ruby Kuhn of Wisconsin; 14 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Bethel Creek Baptist Church in Mayo. Interment will follow in Bethel Creek

Baptist Church Cemetery.

PHILLIPS, Velma LaFaye Phillips


Velma LaFaye (Faye) Phillips, 81, of Valdosta, died on Monday, November 26, 2012. Born in Valdosta to the late Emory Bennett

Speer & Mamie Lou Coody Speer, she had lived for most of her life in this area. Mrs. Phillips began her career as a

cosmetologist, but went on to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. She retired from South Georgia Medical Center after many

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years of faithful service in the early 90s. Mrs. Phillips had a special love for quilting. She had a skilled eye at matching colors

and patterns that would make beautiful heirloom quilts that she would give to family and friends. Mrs. Phillips is survived by a

daughter and son-in-law, Ann & Tommy Bussey of Valdosta, a son-in-law, Harry Wheeler, of Valdosta, two grandsons, Blair

Bussey & Aaron Wheeler, both of Valdosta; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Laverne & Pete Dandrea of Valdosta, and Betty &

Newton Collins of Cherry Lake, FL; a brother-in-law, Fred Bass of Boston, GA and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in

death by her husband, Clarence Phillips, Jr., a daughter, Janice Phillips Wheeler, a son Larry Clarence Phillips, a grandson,

Joseph Benjamin Wheeler, two sisters, Virginia Speer Johnson and Imogene Speer Bass, and a brother Dewayne Speer. Funeral

services for Mrs. Phillips will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at Redland Baptist Church. Burial will follow

at Redland Baptist Church Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Redland Baptist Church, 4888 Rocky

Ford Road, Valdosta GA, 31601. Condolences may be conveyed to the family on the obituary page of www.mclanecares.com —

Carson McLane Funeral Home.

PHILLIPS, W. H. Phillips


Mr. W. H. Phillips, age 83, passed away at his home near Lee Wednesday. He was a lifelong resident of Madison County.

Survivors are one son, John Henry Phillips, of Lee; four daughters, Mrs. J. F. Dryden, of Madison; Miss Willie Phillips; Mrs.

Mattie Whigham; and Mrs. N. G. Howard, of Lee; and one sister, Mrs. J. D. Williamson, of Lee. Services will be held Friday in

Corinth Primitive Baptist Church, two miles south of Lee, with interment in the church cemetery.

PHILMON, Roger David Philmon

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 25 August 2015)

Services for Roger David Philmon, age 57, of Boston, are Friday, August 28, 2015 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home and

interment is in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Mr. Philmon died Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at Archbold Medical Center. Born October

30, 1957 in Blakely, GA, he was the son of the late William Hiram Philmon and Mary Windham Willis. He attended Early County

Schools and Thomasville High School. He worked as a carpenter and as a cook at Market Diner. He was a Christian who loved

playing a guitar and gardening. Survivors include 1 son, Roger David Philmon Jr. of Tampa, FL; 1 daughter, Rhonda Diane Philmon

Jones of Crawfordville, FL; son-in-law, Lonnie Freeman of Crawfordville; grandson, Austin Vanslyke of Tampa, FL; sister, Glenda

Jane (Troy) Barton of Thomasville; sister, Mary Dale (Ray Allen) Thomas of Thomasville; sisters, Sandra Knight of Thomasville,

Debra (Dan Richard) Thomas of Dahlonega; former wife, Diane Brock Johnson of Tallahassee, FL; and many nieces, nephews and

cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Hiram Wayne Philmon, William Danny Philmon; and brother-in-law:

Carlos Knight.

PHIPPS, Robert Rex Phipps


Dr. Robert “Bobbie” Rex Phipps, age 82, of St. Augustine, FL, passed away Thursday (Jan. 21, 2016) at Flagler Hospital. He was

born in Portsmouth, Ohio, May 31, 1933 to the late John R. and Nannie Phipps. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army

during Korea in the 187th Regimental Combat Team. He started his career as a barber and then attended podiatry school. Dr.

Phipps worked as a podiatrist for more than 30 years in Waycross before retiring to St. Augustine. He was a member of the

187th Airborne Division and a longtime member of First United Methodist Church in Waycross, and most recently, a member of

Shores United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mirian A. Phipps; 2 daughters, Kelly Maria (Tony)

DelCampo of Atlanta, Myra A. (Phil) Manley of Greenville, SC; 1 son, Alan J. Phipps of California; and grandchildren, Michael

Robert DelCampo, Corina Maria DelCampo, Lucy Manley, Thomas Phipps Manley, Luke McCain Manley and Matthew Rex Manley.

The funeral was scheduled for noon Monday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Craig Memorial Park.

Flowers are gratefully accepted or those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to the American Red Cross, Shriners

Hospital for Children, the Wounded Warrior Project, or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. St. Johns Family Funeral Home of St.

Augustine, FL, is in charge of the arrangements.

PIAZZA, Anna C. Piazza


A funeral for Anna C. Piazza, 93, was held Saturday afternoon at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Burial was in Greenlawn

Cemetery. Pallbearers were Kevin Oglesby, Caleb Worley, Danny Piazza, Timmy Piazza, Bob Williams and Mike Worley. Music

Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

PICKELS, Annie Pickels


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Annie Pickels, age 74, died Tuesday in a West Florida hospital following an extended illness. She was a lifelong resident of

Madison County and a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. S. W. Tuten, of Madison; two sons J.

B. Pickels; and J. E. Pickels, of Coldwater, MI; two sisters, Mrs. Eliza Cruce, of Madison; and Mrs. Sarah Thigpen, of Greenville;

one brother, Ivey O’Quinn, of Greenville and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Thursday in San

Pedro Cemetery.

PICKELS, Mrs. B. Lugenia Pickels


Mrs. B. Lugenia Pickels, age 84, wife of M. M. Pickels of the Moseley Hall community, died suddenly at her home there on the

evening of December 1st. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon in New Oakland Church. Interment was in San Pedro

Cemetery. Survivors are her husband and seven children.

PICKELS, Council Pickels

(Abstracted from information received from June Spear, 3 October 2016)

Council “Luther” Pickels, age 73, of Monticello, FL passed away Saturday October 1st, 2016 surrounded by his family at home.

He was born May 21st, 1943 in Monticello, FL to Pauline and Robert Pickels. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Pickels. He is

also survived by his sister Beth (Roy) Kinsey, his children; Lynn Stockton, Robert Pickels, Tracy Dailey, Sarah Booth, Matthew

Dailey, Joshua Dailey, and Travis Dailey and his twelve grandchildren; Christopher, Kaitlyn, Luke, Brayden, Ashton, Bradley,

Jordan, Arabella, Emma Grace, Stella Kate, Kailani, and Maverick. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Pickels, his

mother, Pauline Pickels and his sisters, Bobby Jean (Alec) Scott, and Ida Jane (Tommy) Cone. Luther grew up in Greenville, FL

and worked at the Florida Plywood Mill in Greenville and later attended and graduated from Florida State University with a

degree in Accounting and went on to become a Certified Public Accountant. He worked at the Jefferson County Kennel Club for

over 30 years. He also maintained his own private CPA practice in Monticello, FL for over 25 years. He was an avid golfer, loved

fishing with his children and grandchildren and he treasured time spent with family and friends. A memorial service will be held

at the Monticello Opera House on Sunday October 9th. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Central Baptist Church in

Aucilla, FL, The First United Methodist Church in Port St. Joe Florida, and The Hang Tough Foundation for Childhood Cancer or

a favorite charity of your choice.

PICKELS, J. C. Pickels, Jr.


J. C. Pickels, Jr., little three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Pickels of Moseley Hall, died at the hospital in Valdosta last

Thursday night, following an illness with whooping cough and pneumonia. Funeral was held at San Pedro Friday afternoon.

PICKELS, J. Olen Pickels


J. Olen Pickels, age 72, died suddenly of a heart attack, September 23 at his home in the Shaw community. He was a lifelong

resident of Madison County. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie Pickels; one daughter, Mrs. Lorena Tuten, of Madison, two

sons, J. B. Pickels, of Madison and J. E. Pickels, of Coldwater, Michigan; two sisters, Mrs. W. Y. Hunter and Mrs. Fannie Holton,

both of Perry; one brothers, Sis S. Pickels, of Madison; thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services

were held Tuesday in San Pedro Cemetery.

PICKELS, Jack D. Pickels

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 25 July 2015)

Madison: Jack D. Pickels, age 80 died Saturday, July 25, 2015 in Madison. Funeral services will be Monday July 27, 2014 at New

Home Baptist Church with burial at San Pedro Cemetery. He was born in Perry, and at a young age the family moved to Madison

County near Shaw then Country Kitchen Rd, before settling near the New Home area. He was instrumental in starting New Home

Volunteer Fire Dept. in 1977 and was Chief the entire time. He loved gospel singing and would camp at the Spirit of Suwannee.

He was owner of Jack’s Saw Shop and US. 90 Repair Shop. He loved fishing. He is survived by his wife Simmie Andrews Pickels

of Madison; 2 sons, Stanley Harvard (Beverly) Pickels and Howard (Donna) Benjamin both of Madison; 1 daughter: Crystal Renee

Bish of Valdosta, GA; 1 brother Leo (Laredo) Pickels of Madison; 7 grandchildren: Bradley Harvard (Sherilyn) Pickels; Brian

(Amanda) Bish, Ben (Kailey) Pickels, Aubri Bish, Alaina (Matthew) Pickels, Ashton Lynn Pickels, Daniel (Allyce Rutherford)

Havard; and 5 great grandchildren. He was predeceased in death by his parents: Joseph Benjamin and Agnes Pickels and 1

sister: Maxine LaValley. Donations may be made to New Home Baptist Church, 1100 SW Moseley Hall Road, Madison, FL 32340.

Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PICKELS, Russell J. Pickels


Russell J. Pickels, age 57, veteran of World War I, died Sunday in the Veteran’s Hospital in Lake City. Funeral services were

held Tuesday in Macedonia Baptist Church. Military rites in Macedonia Cemetery were held. Survivors are his wife and seven

children: David R. Pickels, of Patterson, NJ; John W. Pickels, Lakeland Air Force Base, San Antonio, TX; Kersey L. Pickels, Fort

Sill, OK; Mrs. Edward W. Smith; Dorman Pickels; Lynndon Pickels and Clara Jean Pickels, all of Madison; two brothers, Robert

Pickels, of Madison, and Georghe Pickels, of Lee; one sister, Mrs. Jean Ragans, of Tallahassee; two daughter-in-laws, Mrs. John

W. Pickels, of Frostproof and Mrs. David R. Pickels, of Patterson, NJ; one son-in-law, George W. Smith, of Madison, and two

grandchildren. Mr. Pickels was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John W. Pickels a pioneer Madison County family.

PICKELS, Sondra Marsha Lyons Pickels

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 25 September 2015)

MADISON: Sondra Marsha Lyons Pickels, age 61 died Friday, September 25, 2015 in Tallahassee, FL. Funeral services will be

Wednesday September 30, 2015 at Beggs Funeral Home with burial at Macedonia Cemetery. She was born in Lowndes County,

GA on May 11, 1954 and lived in Madison all her life. She was a wonderful mother and a devoted grandmother. She was of the

Baptist faith. She is survived by 1 son: Brenton Kasie Pickels of Pinetta and 1 daughter: Courtney Pickels of Madison; 1 brother:

Charles Colvin of West Palm Beach, FL; and 2 grandchildren: Eva Pickels and Lyndon Pickels. In lieu of flowers donations may be

made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32308.

PICKERING, Ben Andrew Pickering

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL September 21,

2014)

Ben Andrew Pickering, age 47, of Perry, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2014 at Doctor's Memorial Hospital in Perry. Ben

was born July 3, 1967 in Jacksonville, FL, to the late Erskin “Lane” and Elizabeth (Massey) Pickering. Ben was of the Baptist

Faith and he was the founder and operator of Plastic Head Hunter's LLC, as a corporate recruiter. He enjoyed hunting and

fishing and was an avid Gator fan. He is survived by 1 sister, Lana Pickering (Wesley) Logan of Perry, FL, 2 brothers, Chuck

Pickering, TN, and Glen Pickering, of Perry, and 4 nephews. Funeral services will be Friday, September 26, 2014 at Faith Baptist

Church in Perry. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns

Funeral Home.

PICKETT, Carl K. Pickett


Former mayor of Waycross, Carl Kenneth Pickett, 75, of Blackshear, died Tuesday (Nov. 14, 2006) at his residence after an

extended illness. He was a native of Waycross and lived here for most of his life. He was a graduate of the Presbyterian College

and began his career with the railroad as a Carman Apprentice. He retired on March 3, 1992 after 40 years of service with CSX

Railroad as the general shop superintendent. He served on the Waycross City Commission for eight years and he served as

mayor and mayor pro-tem. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a

past president of the CSX Officers Club, past president of the YMCA, Honorable Life Member of the YMCA Board of

Directors. He was a member of the Hasan Temple, Scottish and York Rite Mason, Waycross Lodge No. 305 F&AM, the

Waycross Shrine Club and past president of the 8th District Georgia Municipal Association. His parents were the late Lester N.

Pickett and Gertrude Bullard Pickett. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Laura Ellen Pickett. Survivors include his

wife, Anna Sweat Pickett, of Blackshear; one son, Stephen Pickett (Diane), of Macon; one daughter, Laura Cox (Marcus), of

Hortense; one brother, Jim Pickett (Janice), of Macon; one sister, Virginia Douglas, of Atlanta; one step-daughter, Libby Carter,

of Waycross; five grandchildren, Steve Pickett (Stephanie), of Waycross, Stephanie Pickett, of Waycross, Carrie Vernon

(Charlie), of Alma, Sarah Tallant (Levi), of Hortense, and Chyna Carter, of Waycross; three great-grandchildren, Madison

Tallant, of Hortense, Alexis Vernon, of Alma, and Madison Pickett, of Waycross; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 at Trinity United Methodist Church. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn

Mausoleum. The family will receive friends Thursday afternoon from 1 to 2 at the church. Sympathy may be expressed online at

www.milesodumfuneralhome.com Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church Building Fund, 1005

Church St., Waycross, Ga. 31501, Olivet Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1354, Waycross, Ga. 31502, or Hospice Satilla, 317 Plant Ave.,

Waycross, Ga. 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PICKETT, Melissa Neel Pickett

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 28 October 2016)

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Melissa Neel Pickett, age 40, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Friday, October 28, 2016 at South Georgia Medical Center. She

was born on February 17, 1976 in Albany, GA to Lawrence Neel of Lakeland and the late Imogene (Wells) Neel who passed away

in September. She worked at South Georgia Medical Center as a nurse. She was all about her family, friends, pets and nursing.

Along with her mother, she was preceded in death by her Aunt, Lucille Chambers. Survivors include her husband, Tim Pickett of

Valdosta, GA; daughter, Alyssa Neel (Kendall Godwin) of Valdosta, GA; son, Justin Pickett of Valdosta, GA; daughter, Paige

Pickett of Valdosta, GA; sisters & brothers-in-law, Theresa & Earl Durrance of Lakeland, GA, Stephanie & Mike Anderson of

Lakeland, GA; brothers & sisters-in-law, Tim & Collen Neel of Wyoming, PA, Jerry & Lori Lawson of Myakka City, FL, William

Neel (Lauren Giddens) of Valdosta, GA; her father-in-law & mother-in-law, Dave & Janice Pickett of Tallahassee, FL; sister-in-

law, Annette Pickett Garrett of Tallahassee, FL; brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Scott & Whitney Pickett of Tallahassee, FL and

a number of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at Philadelphia

Baptist Church, 3091 Troupeville Rd, Quitman, GA 31643 with burial to follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens. Ms. Pickett's

family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

PICKLE, Julie Oliver Pickle


Julie Oliver Pickle, age 46, of Sparks, passed away Thursday (March 20, 2014) at Cook Medical Center in Adel. She was born

Aug. 15, 1967, in Alma, to Tom and Betty Oliver. She lived most of her life in Cook County, was a member of Adel United

Methodist Church and worked as a commercial bank executive with Bank of America. She is survived by her husband, Lyn Pickle,

of Sparks; a son, Ross Pickle, of Sparks; a daughter, Leah Pickle, of Sparks; her parents, Tom and Betty Oliver, of Waynesboro;

a brother and sister-in-law, Rick and Connie Oliver, of Waycross; and a sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and John MacDonald,

of Waynesboro. The funeral will take place Saturday at Adel United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Woodlawn

Memorial Gardens. Boone Funeral Home is serving the Pickle family.

PICKLES, Audrey Mae O’Quinn Pickles

(Abstracted from various sources)

Audrey Mae O’Quinn Pickles, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday evening, September 25, 2013. She was born

to James Redding and Mamie O’Quinn on Nov. 18, 1922 and was a life-long resident of Madison. FL. She was a homemaker and

devoted her life to her children and family. She was married to Merton “Bull” Pickles who preceded her in death on August 21,

1973. She was also preceded in death by 4 siblings: James O’Quinn, Sadie Kelly, Maude Bass and Charles O’Quinn and 1 son-in-

law, Bruce Bassett. She is survived by 2 daughters: Gerri Bucher (Pete) and Debra Bassett, two grandchildren: April Bucher and

Tyler Bassett, one great-grandson: Stephen Bassett, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Audrey was a lifelong

member of New Home Baptist Church and watched the church grow to a large church family. As long as she was able, she

attended services regularly for 80+ years. Many young people of the church congregated at her home on a regular basis to enjoy

her “young” approach to life. She was a living testimony of love to many in the community. She was well-known for her sense of

humor and outgoing attitude, entertaining family and friends with her special wit until the very end of her life. Many times up to

the age of 90, she was out riding around on her golf cart and inspecting the yard and surrounding area including the family

cemetery. She was also a great country cook who never let you “leave her house hungry”. At her request, a memorial service will

be held graveside at San Pedro Cemetery. Services will be Thursday, October 3, 2013. Donations may be made to Big Bend

Hospice who served her so well in the last months of her life.

PICKLES, Eleanor English Bass Pickles

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Feb 16th, 2012)

Eleanor English Bass Pickles, age 78, died Wednesday, February 15, 2012 in Thomasville, Ga. Graveside funeral services will be

held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 18, 2012, at San Pedro Cemetery, Madison, with visitation prior to the service from 12:30-

1:30 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home Madison. She was a homemaker and lived most of her life in Madison and was a member of New

Home Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter: Myrtice Bass Odom (Edward) of Thomasville, GA; one sister: Nellie Rose

Bass of Shady Grove, Florida; six grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

PICKLES, Glen Douglas Pickles

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 16 June 2019)

Glen Douglas Pickles (affectionately known as 'Pick'), age 58, of Lee, Florida, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 9,

2019, after a short, but courageous battle with cancer. Glen was born on December 28, 1960, in Madison County Memorial

Hospital. He left this world, just as he entered it, full of spunk. Glen loved everything outdoors. He was an avid hunter and

fisherman and loved gardening in his yard. One of his last dying wishes was that he hoped he lived long enough to enjoy his crop

of new potatoes, cucumbers and tomatoes that he planted this spring. Against almost impossible odds, he was able to do just


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that. He enjoyed NASCAR racing, brown liquor and smoking cigarettes. Nothing brought him more joy than 'being in the woods.'

Glen was a dedicated and steadfast pal who found great pleasure in helping his friends whether it was through cooking, clearing

land, or cleaning fish. Glen was cared for in his final weeks by his incredibly strong parents, Maude and Harvey Pickles (Lee), and

by his loyal and resilient younger brother, Curtis Pickles (Lee). Glen's devoted sisters, Teena Spikes (Williston) and Terri Turner

(Orlando) were Weekend Warriors that probably annoyed Glen more than anything with all of the doting and outpouring of

affection they gave him during his last days. Glen loved his two brothers-in-law, Darren Spikes and Sean Turner, and often said

he was sorry that they got stuck with his sisters. Although he never had any children of his own, he was 'Uncle Glen' to Stacy,

Ashley and Dalton (Teena); Zachary and Nicholas (Terri) and Dillon (Curtis). If you wish to honor Glen, plant a tomato plant.

Have a drink. Shoot a turkey. Catch a fish. Grill some meat. Watch a NASCAR race. Glen would also love it if you would kindly

check on his parents and baby brother from time to time, as they were his rock during his darkest hours. Tremendous and

heartfelt thanks go to Shands Hospital at the University of Florida and their Radiation / Oncology Department. They gave Glen

a ray of hope, and that's really all he wanted. A celebration of Glen's life was held with friends and family on Saturday, May 11,

while he was still cognizant. In keeping with Glen's expressed wishes, he will be cremated, and his ashes spread on the

Withlacoochee River property of his close friends, Dale and Melinda Williams. In Glen's words, 'I lived life my way.' Rest in

Peace Pick. You will never be forgotten.

PICKLES, Harold Jimmy Pickles


Harold Jimmy Pickles, age 59, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2010 at Shands Health Care in Gainesville, FL. He was a

native and lifelong resident of Taylor County and the son of the late Carl Milledge, and Georgia Ann Padgett Pickles. He drove

trucks for several logging companies and was currently employed at Martins Electronics. Mr. Pickles enjoyed fishing and hunting

in his spare time. Preceded in death by his brother, Ken Pickles and sister, Carline Whitehead, and grandchild, Ashley Williams.

Survived by his wife of 42 years, Marilyn Pickles of Perry, FL, (2) daughters; Charlie (Donnie) Johns and Regina Williams, all of

Perry, FL, (4) grandchildren; Crystal Williams, Jared Williams, Trenton Williams, Jordan Williams, and (1) great-grandchild;

David Williams, a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home

Thursday, October 14, 2010. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

PICKLES, James A. Pickles


Funeral services were held Monday at Beggs Funeral Home for James A. (Bub) Pickles, age 82 of Madison, who died Sunday in

the Madison hospital after a long illness. Interment was in San Pedro Cemetery. Mr. Pickles was a native of Washington County,

FL and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William R. Pickles. He was a member of New Home Baptist Church and a retired

farmer. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Pearl B. Pickles to whom he had been married for fifty years. Other survivors are four

daughters, Mrs. Idelle Sumner, Adel, GA; Mrs. Gladys Kosieniak, St. Charles, IL; Mrs. Amy Kelly, of Venice, FL; and Mrs.

Maybelle Ragans of Madison; five sons, Merton, James O. and Claud W. Pickles, all of Madison; Lonnie Pickles of Pope Air Force

Base in North Carolina and Barney Pickles of Valdosta; twenty-one grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs.

Mrs. Lee Clayton of Greenville.

PICKLES, Lonnie Pickles

(Abstracted from John Bullard 31 March 2020)

Lonnie “Leo” Pickles (known by the family as “PaPick”), of Madison Florida was surrounded by his family when he passed away on

March 29th, 2020. Leo was born on October 12, 1936, in Perry, FL, to Joe and Agnes Pickles of Madison, FL. He went to school in

Perry and Madison. He married Laredo Medders on January 27, 1962, in Greenville, FL. He was a well-known mechanic / welder

and radiator repairman in Madison County. Leo is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph B. Pickles and Agnes R. Bass Pickles;

a son, Jeffery L. Pickles; a brother, Jack D. Pickels, sister, Maxine L. Pickles LaValley, and brother-in-law, Alfred J. LaValley,

and his special aunt Mattie L. Bass Leslie. Leo is survived by his loving wife Laredo Pickles of 58 years; their son Troy Pickles

(Karen) and their daughter Kim Bass (Doug). He had four grandchildren; Jessica Ratliff (Jimbo), Ethan Pickles (McKenzie),

Dustin Bass and Dylan Bass. He also had four great-grandchildren; Emery and Wyatt Ratliff and Emmitt and Rileigh Pickles. He

is also survived by his sweet sister-in-law Simmie L. Andrews; his nephews, Stan and Howard Pickels, his two nieces, Cris Pickels

and Janice Lookabill, his brother-in-law Alton Medders, nephew Chuck Medders, and nieces Mandy, Merritt, and Charlene

Medders and Marsha Webb (Darren); along with many great-nieces and nephews. Leo also loved his dear church family of New

Home Baptist. Leo enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, piddling in the shops with his son and grandson, and cooking

peanuts for his family and friends. The past few years, he truly enjoyed the time he spent with his sister-in-law Simmie Pickels

and his nephew Stan Pickels. His legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone he interacted with. While the family

knows they have lost a beloved husband, father, grand-father, great-grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend; they

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also know that heaven gained another soul. He is loved dearly and will be missed by so many. His services will be at San Pedro

Cemetery in Madison, FL. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Laredo Pickles at 193 SW Camp Hammock Way,

Madison, FL 32340.

PICKLES, Lucile Pickles

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Jan 5th, 2012)

Lucile Pickles, age 86, died Sunday, January 1, in Greenville. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., on Friday, January 6, at

Landmark Baptist Church in Madison with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation was held Thursday, from 6-8 p.m., at Beggs

Funeral Home. She was born in Jefferson County and lived most of her life in Greenville. She took care of her children and

others and was a Member of Landmark Baptist Church. She is survived by six sons, Roy Charles Pickles (Anne) of Wake Forest,

NC, Anderson Pickles (Debora) of Lloyd, Alex Pickles JR (Mary) Buckhead, Ga., LeGrand Pickles (Susan) of Pinetta, Phillip Pickles

(Linda) of Greenville, Terry Pickles (Vicki) of Plant City; four daughters, Martha Taylor of Tallahassee, Wanda Pickles Roberts

(Stanley) of Lexingtson, SC, Edna Pickles Hamrick (Carl) of Greenville, Debbie Pickles Cox (Harold) of Alvin, Tex.; one brother,

Hartwell Andy Gilliard (Mary Ann) of Denton, Tex.; one sister-in-law, Virginia Pickles of Mt. Olive, NC; 24 grandchildren; 18

great- grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces; nephews; and other relatives. Beggs Funeral Home is

in charge of arrangements.

PICKLES, Nancy Vida Pickles


Nancy Vida Pickles, age 84, passed away Thursday in the Madison hospital after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late

Mr. and Mrs. James Newton Albritton. Her husband the late W. M. Pickles died in 1935. Mrs. Pickles was a member of the

Church of Christ. Surviving are six daughters, Mrs. S. A. Lamb, Sr., Mrs. Albert Williams, Mrs. Roy Wainwright and Mrs.

Kenneth Burnett, all four of Madison, Mrs. Floree Garrett of Gainesville and Mrs. Carl Newsome of Mobile, AL; two sons,

Chandler H. Pickles of Palatka and Arthur W. Pickles of Jacksonville; twenty grandchildren and forty great-grandchildren plus

two brothers, Ben Albritton and George Albritton both of Madison. Funeral services were held Friday at Beggs Funeral Home

with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PICKLES, Robert Lee Pickles


Robert Lee Pickles, age 65, passed away in a West Florida hospital Wednesday August 8th, after an extended illness. Mr. Pickles

was a native of Madison County, Veteran of World War I, member of the American Legion Post No. 68 and a farmer by

profession. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Bertha Pickles; one daughter, Mrs. Kathleen Redd, of Lake City; one son, Russell Morris,

of East Weymouth, MA; one brother, George Pickels (THIS IS HOW IT IS SPELLED IN THE OBITUARY), of Lee; one sister,

Mrs. Alma Ragans, of Tallahassee and five grandchildren. Graveside rites by the American Legion were held at Corinth Primitive

Baptist Church Cemetery.

PICKLES, Mrs. Sid Pickles


Mrs. Sid Pickles, age 58, died at her home at Shady Grove Wednesday morning following an extended illness. Survivors are her

husband, four daughters, Mrs. J. L. Kelley, of Madison; Mrs. R. S. Wallace, of Columbus, GA; Mrs. Raymond Nunce and Mrs. Julia

Wludyka, both of Tampa; two sons, Randell Pickles, of Perry, Airman 3-c Carl Pickles, of Lakeland Air Force Base, San Antonio,

TX; two brothers, Joe Holton, of Monticello; and Hunter Holton, of Columbus, GA, and ten grandchildren. Graveside services

were held Thursday in San Pedro Cemetery.

Elmer’s notes: According to the Madison County Cemetery Records of San Pedro Cemetery her name was Mattie H. Pickles and

she was born 25 Jul 1895 and died 2 Feb 1954. She is buried with her husband who died 14 May 1980.

PICKLES, Viola Sheffield Pickles


Viola Sheffield Pickles left her earthly family on September 7, 2014 with her daughters: Judy, Linda and Brenda, and son-in-

law, Keith, at her side. She joyfully joins her Heavenly Father and her husband, James O. “Pick” Pickles, the one and only love of

her life. She was born on September 7, 1927, in Taylor County, FL, to Jerry Russell Sheffield and Nicy Jane Wilson Sheffield.

She lived in Madison County, until moving to Lake Park, GA, in March 2001. She is survived by 3 daughters and 2 sons-in-law:

Judy (Keith) Allsbrook, Twin Lakes, GA; Brenda Pickles, Twin Lakes, GA; Linda (Jim) Lester, and his daughter and son-in-law,

Amy (Remer) Drew, Valdosta, GA; 2 sisters: Florine Cope and Iris Wells Ridell of Perry; 2 sisters-in-law: Mable Ragans and

Lorena “Dutsy” Pickles of Madison; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, James O. “Pick”


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Pickles; brothers: J. R. Sheffield and Floyd Sheffield; and a sister, Hazel Graham Alvarez. Her husband, daughters, sons-in-law,

nieces, nephews, and many, many special friends and neighbors were the joy of her life and she loved spending time with them.

She loved life and a good laugh better than most. She was a gracious southern beauty who had a very tender, loving, caring and

compassionate heart with an extraordinary ability to see the beauty in all of God’s creation. She loved all people and was always

willing to share whatever she had whenever and wherever there was a need. She loved cooking, crocheting, sewing and especially

loved growing beautiful flowers and plants. She was a star basketball player in her high school days in Taylor County, FL.

Nothing made her happier than an all-night game of Rummy with her sisters, spending time with her girls and friends and, a

great garage sale find which, of course, had to be at a “bargain” price. She loved fishing as long as someone else baited her hook

and could make the best hush puppies and swamp cabbage ever. She loved cooking and prepared many great homestyle meals and

loved sharing them with family and friends. Ms. Vi was one of the very best in food service and loved the profession. She began

a lifelong career in food service as a waitress, working in an era when white uniforms and caps were the appropriate attire. She

moved from Taylor County at the young age of 18 to Tampa, working in food service and later in Perry at the Blue Plate Café,

and in Madison at Hancock Grill, Madison Dining Room, The Big Oak, Pep’s Café and later owning and managing her own

restaurant, “Vi’s Restaurant” located on Highway 53. The restaurant was a popular local gathering place for many years where

she fed many folks in Madison County and has long since been remembered for her great home cooking, hamburger steaks and

jumbo hamburgers. Her unwavering faith and trust in God saw her through many illnesses throughout the years, however, she

fought each battle with unimaginable strength and courage and she remained faithful to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

praying for her friends and family until the very end. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Madison before moving to

Lake Park, GA, where she was a current member of New Life Church. A memorial service will be held at New Life Church, 7505

Zeigler Road, Lake Park, GA 31636, on Saturday, September 13, with her son-in-law, Pastor Keith Allsbrook officiating.

Interment will be held in a private family service at San Pedro Cemetery in Madison in the Pickles Family Plot beside her

husband. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made in her memory to New Life Church of Lake Park, P. O. Box 264,

Lake Park, GA 31636.

PICKLES, Wallace Edward Pickles

(Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, December 29, 2014)

Wallace Edward Pickles, age 79, of Live Oak passed away on Friday, December 26, in Gainesville. Wallace was born in Madison

and moved to Live Oak from Tallahassee 53 years ago. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He worked for Florida

Power where he retired as a Chief Operator at the Ellaville power plant. He was a member of Westwood Baptist Church where

he served as a Deacon and R.A. Director. He was married to Wynema Pickles of Live Oak for 56 years. He is survived by

daughters: Genie (Giz) Croft, of Lee; and Brenda Pickles, of Pinetta; sons: Eddie Pickles, of Live Oak and John (Shelly) Pickles,

of Live Oak; sisters: Louise (Elbert) Strickland, of Madison and Ann (Hubert) Nash, of Madison; brother, Douglas (Shannon)

Pickles, of Jasper; 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Services for Wallace were held at Pine Level Baptist Church

Tuesday December 30. Interment will follow the service at the church cemetery. Daniels Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc.,

Live Oak and Branford, FL, in charge of arrangements.

PICKREN, Samuel L. Pickren Sr.


FOLKSTON — Samuel L. Pickren Sr., age 84, of Folkston, passed away at his residence Friday (March 17, 2017) following a

lengthy illness. He was born April 1, 1932 to the late Verne Pickren Sr. and Marion Mills Evans. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air

force. He owned and operated many businesses in Charlton and surrounding counties, including Folkston Coca-Cola, Western

Auto in St. Marys and Sam Pickren Heating and Air. He was a member of Grace Chapel Baptist Church. Along with his parents,

he was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Raulerson Pickren, a granddaughter, Jennifer; a great-granddaughter, Cassie, and

a sister, Marion Bell. He is survived by his three children, Samuel L. (Daphne) Pickren Jr., Cathy L. Clark and Gina M. (Robert)

Paulk; one sister, Jean (Kenneth) Harrison; half-siblings, Verne Jr., Marcia, Cara Lisa and Porter; 11 grandchildren, Tammi,

Krista, Dana, Joe, Anna, Kerri, Paul, Katie, Justin, Jacob and Calli; and 18 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service was Sunday in Pineview Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral

Home in Folkston.

PICKRON, Charles Lawrence Pickron


C.L. Pickron, age 66, passed away on March 6, 2017 in Tallahassee, FL. C.L. was born August 6, 1950 in Kinard, FL to Jesse James

Pickron and Estelle Laremore Pickron. C.L. was a Christian and worked as a logger with Don L Whitfield logging and Williams and

Boland Timber, all of his adult life. In his spare time, he love to spend it with family and friends, he enjoyed gardening, fishing,

and was a good cook. Mr. Pickron was preceded in death by his parents Jesse James and Estelle Pickron, his brother H.L. Lollie.

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Mr. Pickron is survived by a step son, Chris Connell; a brother Rex Pickron; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral

Services will be Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home

of Perry.

PICKRON, Mary Pickron


Mary Pickron, 80, of Perry, died Sunday, June 2, 2013 at Brynwood Center in Monticello. Mary was born January 7, 1933 in

Blountstown, FL, to the late Joseph and Lela (King) Rhames. Mary was of the Pentecostal Faith. In her spare time she loved

cooking, gardening, and sewing. She is survived by her husband of 57 years Raymond Pickron; 2 daughters Shirley Tharpe

Shinholser (Wayne) of Tallahassee; and Linda Oaks(Johnny) of Navarre, FL.; and 3 sons: Phillip Tharpe (Judy); Joe Tharpe

(Lavonne); and Ricky Tharpe (Karen) all of Perry; 1 brother Samuel Levi Rhames; 8 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren

and a host of nieces, and nephews. Mary’s final sacrificial act is anatomical donation to The University of Florida in Gainesville,

in hopes of helping future generations avoid or receive better treatment for various illnesses experienced in her lifetime. All


PIDGEON, Patricia Pidgeon

(Abstracted from the Friday January 30, 1959 Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida)

Miss Patricia Pidgeon, age 15, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald R. Pidgeon, died Thursday night in the Madison Hospital. She was

a 10th grade student at Madison High School and was a fine student greatly beloved by the faculty and student body. Mary

friends and relatives regret her early passing. Survivors besides her parents are three brothers, Richard, Dennis and Sammie,

and three sisters, Deidra, Shirlene and Cherie, all of Madison; her maternal grandmother, Mrs. W. B. Sawyer of Tallahassee and

her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John J. Emmett of Zephyrhills, FL. Services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home

and interment was in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PIERCE, Bob Pierce


Rev. Bob Pierce, age 74, of Axson, GA, went to his heavenly home on Friday at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Bob was born on

March 20, 1944, in Valdosta, GA, the son of the late Wilmont Candler Pierce and Helen Baskin Pierce. He was a Lanier County

native, raised in Ray City Baptist Church, licensed to preach by FBC Valdosta and ordained by Ray City Baptist Church. Graduate

of Lanier County High School and Valdosta State (College) University where he was a brother in the Tau Kappa Epsilon

fraternity, president of the college Baptist Student Union where he also directed the choir. He was on the committee for

summer missions for Georgia State BSU during his senior year. He married Kay Gillis Pierce in 1967 while he was a preaching

ministries student at Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville, KY. He had finished two years of seminary when he was called to

be pastor of Cocoli Baptist Church in Panama City, Panama, Central America. He served as a trustee of the Panama Baptist

Seminary and oversaw two missions of the church. Cocoli was made up of all military personnel headed to or returning from Viet

Nam. He was there for two and half years. He went to East Hill Baptist Church in Tallahassee, FL, as youth director and

minister of education for two very joyful years and then accepted a call as pastor of Beallwood Baptist Church in Columbus, GA.

After eight years in Columbus, he became pastor of First Baptist Church, Pearson, GA, and served there for eight years.

Buckhead Baptist Church, Atlanta, called him as pastor in 1989 where he worked for five years before becoming pastor of First

Baptist Church, Lakeland, GA. His heart’s desire has always been to work with small churches, and after five years in Lakeland,

God opened the door for him to become a bivocational pastor and in 1999 Stokesville Baptist Church issued a call to him as their

pastor. He served at Stokesville until his long battle with cancer caused him to resign in November of 2018. Many wonderful

brothers and sisters enabled him to remain in the pulpit he loved. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by

grandparents, AB and Minnie Hancock and Joseph and Nancy Pierce. Survivors include his wife, Kay G. Pierce of Axson, GA;

three daughters, Lynn Eslinger (Jason) of Cleveland, TN; Kim Hunter (Tim) of Leesburg, GA; and Krista Pierce of Kennesaw, GA;

four grandchildren, Zach Eslinger and Alec Eslinger of Cleveland, TN; and Evan Hunter and Kaylin Hunter of Leesburg, GA; two

brothers, Mike Pierce (Lou) of Axson, GA; and Candler Pierce (Maryann) of Tyler TX; two aunts, Betty Pierce of Lakeland, GA;

and Jessie Hudson of Valdosta, GA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were Monday, December 3, 2018, at

Stokesville Baptist Church. Interment followed at Stokesville Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was entrusted with the

arrangements.

PIERCE, Burma Tomlin Pierce

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA August 29, 2014)

Burma Tomlin Pierce, age 97, of Lakeland, GA ended her blessed life on Earth Friday, August 29, 2014. She was born in Toombs

County, GA on June 20, 1917 to the late Louis and Lula Tomlin. Burma retired as an Educator after 35 years of serving the

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children of Lanier County and was a charter member of Beta Alpha Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma. She was also a lifelong

member of Unity United Methodist Church where she dearly loved her church family. She met and married the love of her life,

Dilmus Pierce. The couple was blessed to be married for 60 years. After 11 years of marriage, God blessed them with "their one

and only" child, JoNan! Burma lived her life as a true Christian and was able to remain in her home for 63 years. Burma is

survived by her daughter and son-in-law, JoNan and Wesley Holbrook; grandchildren, Neil Holbrook, Coby (Jessica) Holbrook,

and Holly (Justin) Stouppe; great-grandchildren, Carly, Dylan, Reid, Ryder Holbrook and Jenner Stouppe; 1 sister, Marcia Joslin

from LaBelle, FL; brother and sister-in-laws, McDonald (Betty) Pierce of Lakeland, Howard (Dot) Ray of Nashville, Jessie

Hudson of Valdosta, and Curtis (Rose) Jones of Lyons, GA and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by

her loving husband, Dilmus Pierce; two brothers Kenneth and Loy Tomlin and two sisters Tommye Jones and Bobbye Tomlin. A

celebration of her life will be held Monday, September 1, 2014 at Unity United Methodist Church in Lakeland. Burial will follow

in the church cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be given to the Fanny Pafford Memorial Fund at Unity United

Methodist Church, 11 E. Chestnut Ave., Lakeland, GA 31635.

PIERCE, Carolyn Laverne Small Pierce


Carolyn Laverne Small Pierce, age 67, died Saturday (May 27, 2017) at Harborview of Pierce County after an extended illness. A

native and lifelong resident of Waycross, she was formerly employed by Unison Developmental Health in client support. She was

the daughter of the late Barney Horton and Juanita Small. Survivors include one son, Eugene Antonio Pierce of Waycross; one

daughter, Louise Pierce of Waycross; two grandchildren, Vidal Pierce and Aniiya Williams; three sisters, Julia Alstin of

Waycross, Shirley Lowe of Waycross, and Sandra Flynn Morrison of Atlanta; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A memorial service will be Thursday at the Music Funeral Home.

PIERCE, Cathyleen Pierce


Graveside services for Cathyleen Pierce of Thomasville will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at the Ochlocknee City

Cemetery with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Ms. Pierce was born on May 5, 1937 in Monroe County, TN to the

late Clifford Pierce and Lula Peel Pierce. During her life she worked as a homemaker and she was of the Pentecostal faith. Ms.

Pierce departed this life on Friday, February 22, 2013. Survivors to cherish her memory include her daughters Janice Gessner

(John) of Davidson, NC, Esther Garrett of Gastonia, NC, and Denise Smith (George) of Summerville, SC; son Jonas Pearson of

Summerville, SC; daughter Jennifer Bowman (David) of Kings Mountain, NC; 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren.

PIERCE, Cora Lee Roberson Pierce


Cora Lee Roberson Pierce, 92, of Waycross, died Saturday (Sept. 24, 2005) at Baptist Village in Waycross. She was a native of

Pierce County, was born April 7, 1913, daughter of the late Sonny Milton and Arabelle Aspinwall Roberson. She was the widow of

the late Elmer Haywood Pierce. She was a homemaker and her church membership was at Nicholls Baptist Church. Survivors

include two daughters, Donna (Stanton) Meeks of Waycross, Marjorie (Jack) Robertson of Green Cove Springs, FL; two

brothers, Russell Robertson and Lenton Robertson of Offerman; three sisters, Elsie Dennison of Screven, Bertie Davis of Jesup

and Wiladean Bell of Waycross; three grandchildren, Becky Sutton of Villa Rica, Derrick Meeks of Waycross, Beth Robertson of

Tampa FL; two great-grandchildren, Caroline Sutton and Conner Sutton of Villa Rica. A funeral was held at 11 a.m., Monday at

Nicholls Baptist Church in Nicholls with the Rev. Jerry Campbell officiating. Burial followed in the Meeks Cemetery near

Nicholls. Tyler Walker, pianist provided soft music for the prelude, interlude and postlude. Active pallbearers were Dwayne

Page, Fred Anderson, J.V. Lee, Wilbert Anderson, Larry Page, Herman Adams, Denny Johnson, Hilton Smith and Kenneth Cannon.

Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

PIERCE, James Elmer Pierce


James Elmer Pierce, age 89, died Sunday (Aug. 23, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness.

He was a native of Pierce County, but lived most of his life in Waycross. He served in the United States Navy during World War

II. After 40 years of service, he retired from CSX Railroad as a switchman. He was a member of First United Methodist

Church. An avid fisherman, he loved gardening and is known for growing his sago palms. He was the son of the late Elmer

Haywood Pierce and Miranda Clark Hartshorn. Survivors include his wife, Winifred Griffis Pierce of Waycross; 2 daughters,

Patty Pierce (Greg) Steverson of Waycross, and Peggy Denise Pierce of Waycross; 1 son, Paul James (Sharon) Pierce of

Waycross; 5 grandchildren, Kelli (Todd) Ragle, Katie Steverson, Josie, Jackie and James Pierce; 2 great-grandchildren, Sydney

and Garrett Ragle; 3 sisters, Margaret Anderson of Hortense, Donna Meeks of Waycross, and Margie Robertson of Green Cove

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Springs, FL; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Wednesday at First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in

Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PIERCE, John Willie Pierce Jr.


John Willie Pierce Jr., age 57, died Wednesday (Oct. 25, 2017) at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. He was born in

Waycross and graduated from Waycross High School in 1978. He went on to complete his military training and education in the

United States Army. He served his country from 1979 until 2000. He was also employed as a correctional officer with the State

of Georgia from 1992 until 2008. He was a son of the late John Willie Pierce Sr. and was also preceded in death by his mother-

in-law, Dorothy Moore. He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 40 years, Kathy Prichett Pierce of Brunswick; four daughters,

Anneka (Stephen) Ewing of Orlando, FL, Tunisia (Kevin) Hopkins of Bolingbrook, IL, Julonda (Darel) Slay of Brunswick, and

Kutrena (Jeremy) Carter of Blackshear; 12 grandchildren, James Doe, Khalen Jonques Hopkins, Jaylen Carter, D’Anthony

Hopkins, Kyara Pierce, Kameron Hopkins, Jaliyah Carter, Jazlyn Carter, Sa’Niya Ewing, Jarren Carter, Jarron Carter, Stephen

Ewing Jr.; his mother, Louvenia Ellis of Waycross; three brothers, Raymond (Elaine) Pierce of Warner Robins, Anthony Ellis Sr.

of Waycross, and Earl (Lavonda) Ellis Jr. of Waycross; two sisters, Patricia (Ronnie) Williams of Waycross, and Deborah

(Walter) Griffin of Orlando, FL; sisters-in-law, Debbie (Mario) Burkhalter of Waycross, Sandra (Tony) McKelvin of Blackshear,

and Priscilla McDaniels of Waycross; two brothers-in-law, Wayne Moore and Ross (Tracy) Prichett of Waycross; an uncle,

Warner (Zandra) Harris of Orlando, FL; a special nephew / son, Jimmy Moore Jr. of Waycross; and a host of nieces, nephews,

cousins and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Faithworks Church of God in Christ. Burial will be Monday at

Jacksonville National Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PIERCE, McDonald Pierce

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 12 May 2015)

McDonald "Jabo" Pierce, age 90, of Lakeland passed away Tuesday (May 12, 2015) surrounded by his family in Langdale Hospice

House. He was born June 6, 1924 in Lakeland, GA to the late Joseph C. Pierce and Nancy Richardson Pierce. He served as a

Marine in World War II and was also a long-time member of Unity Methodist Church. He is preceded in death along with his

parents by: 4 brothers: J. C. Pierce, Dilmus Pierce, Wilmont Pierce, Billy Pierce and sister, Beatrice Everett. Survivors include

his wife of 63 years: Betty Strickland Pierce of Lakeland, GA; 3 daughters & sons-in-law: Cathi (Gerry) Allison of Jacksonville,

FL; Terri Pierce Camp of Eatonton, GA; Julie (Christopher) Suber of Macon, GA; 1 son & daughter-in-law: David McDonald

(Cecilia) Pierce of Hahira, GA; 12 grandchildren: Scott Camp, Kyle Camp, Lindsey Camp Rickman, Nathan Suber, Emily Suber,

Anna Suber, Laura Allison, Benjamin Allison, Jessica Pierce, Justin Pierce, Rachael Pierce, Caleb Pierce; 1 great granddaughter:

Ansley Camp; 2 sisters: Dot Ray of Nashville, GA; Jessie Hudson of Valdosta, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral

services will be Friday, May 15, 2015 at Unity United Methodist Church, Lakeland, GA with burial to follow in Unity Church

Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Unity United Methodist Church. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is

serving the family.

PIERCE, Ralph Marion Pierce


Ralph Marion Pierce died Wednesday, May 8, 2013 after a long illness. He was born January 31, 1934 to Charlie and Pearl Bass

Pierce who have both predeceased him many years earlier. He was also predeceased by his elder sister, Alice Pierce Howington,

who moved to the Atlanta area after her marriage to Leon Howington, also deceased. Most of the Pierce and Bass families lived

in the Valdosta area and that is where Ralph lived the larger portion of his life after living in the Atlanta area for just a few

years from about 1962 to about 1966. He served in the Navy before he married Jane Howington Pierce in 1957, whom he

divorced many years later and who also predeceased him in May 2012. Their surviving children are Tracey Pierce (Jeff) Perkins,

James Matthew Pierce (Matt) and Ralph Marion (Yvonne) Pierce, Jr. There are 5 surviving grandchildren and one great grandson

Joshua (Ashley) Perkins, Jason (Rebecca) Perkins, and son, Eli, and Katy Perkins, Emily Pierce, and Benjamin Pierce. Mr. Pierce's

body was taken to Music Funeral Home in Lakeland and the funeral service will be at Unity Methodist Church on Hwy 122 in

Lakeland on Friday, May 10th.

PIERCE, Sandra Lee Pierce


Sandra Lee Pierce, age 72, of Ray City, GA passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at her home. She was born on August

14, 1947 in Newark, NJ to the late Roy Charles Norris and Edith (Romaine) Norris. She worked as a caregiver for many years.

She was a crafty lady and enjoyed crocheting, sewing and reading her books. Along with her parents she was preceded in death

by her husband, Ronald Lynn Pierce, 2 sisters, Diane Gardner and Millie Carell. Survivors include: daughter, Tammy Lynn Serrano

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of Port St. Richie, FL; daughter & son-in-law, Lisa Marie Ragan (Charles) of Lakeland, GA; 4 granddaughters, Jessica Lynn of

Knoxville, TN, Kristina Marie of Maryville, TN, Tuesday Marie of Boca Raton, FL, Kaylyn Essa of Boca Raton, FL; 3 grandsons,

David Anthony of Lakeland, GA, Christopher Ragan of Lakeland, GA, Landon Serrano of Port St. Richie, FL; great grandchildren:

Geovanni, Manny, Jayden Noah, Charleigh Grace and Carolina; 3 sisters and brothers-in-law, Janet Jarzyk (Tom) of Tampa, FL,

Susie Claycomb (Les) of St. Petersburg, FL, Sherrill Perry of Tampa, FL and Delores of California. Funeral service will be in the

Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services.

PIERCE, Thomas Wilton Pierce Sr.


VALDOSTA — Thomas Wilton Pierce Sr., age 65, of Valdosta, passed away April 26, 2014, at Cherry Lake, FL. He was born Oct.

31, 1948, in Hahira, GA, to the late Luther and Esther Pierce. He worked as a commercial truck driver for more than 30 years.

He loved riding four-wheelers, boating, plants, and helping people. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Pierce; son,

Kevin Simmons; grandson, David Pierce; and sisters, Barbara Pierce and Carolyn Pierce. Survivors include 3 sons and daughter-in-

law, James Simmons, of Orlando, FL, Thomas “Tommy” Pierce Jr., of Valdosta, GA, Charles “Chuck” (Carrie) Pierce, of Lake Park,

GA; 7 grandchildren, Cassandra Simmons, Justin Pierce, Leah Pierce, Casey Waters, Chasity Pierce, Casin Pierce and Carly

Pierce; 3 sisters, Wanda Rumph, of Valdosta, GA, Patricia Zipperer, of Valdosta, GA, Marilyn Roffe, of Cherry Lake, FL; 1

brother, Wendell Pierce, of Valdosta; and a number of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Thursday, May 1,

2014, at the funeral home with cremation to follow. No formal services will be held. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to

www.gofundme.com/8qpibc to help with final expenses. — Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Pierce family.

PIERCE, Vivian Frances Wilson Pierce


Vivian Frances Wilson Pierce, age 79, entered eternal rest Friday, November 30, 2018 after an extended illness at Harborview

Satilla Nursing Home. She was born Oct. 5, 1939 to the parentage of the late Richard Wilson and Cornelia Griffin Wilson. She

was the third child of eight children. She was a graduate of Center High School. She met and married the late Remer Pierce Sr.

She was employed as a dietician for over 30 plus years for Memorial Hospital and Pierce County Nursing Home. She was a

member of St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church. Her hobbies were tending to her flowers, word search, cooking, baking and

rocking in her rocking chair on her front porch as she talked to her family members and or friends. She was preceded in death

by three sisters, Verndell Wilson Brown, Myrtice Wilson Bellamy and Artice Mae Wilson Johnson; and one brother, Alton

Wilson. She is survived by two sons, Remer Pierce Jr., Brunswick, and Curtis Pierce of Waycross; one stepdaughter, Carla

Howard (Nelson) of Bristol; five grandchildren, Remer Pierce III, Remone Pierce, Rashawn Pierce, April Pierce and Curtis

Fluker; five great-grandchildren; two step-granddaughters, Lea King and Bre Howard; one step-grandson, Shawn Howard; two

sisters, Thewana Parrish, of Portsmouth, VA; and Terrie McGauley (Marion) of Blackshear; one brother, Clinton Wilson (Mopsy)

of Savannah; two brothers-in-law, Elijah Brown and Perry Bellamy Sr. both of Waycross; a host of nieces, great nieces, nephews,

great nephews and cousins. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018 at St. Peters Baptist Church, Waycross

followed by the burial in Oakland Cemetery. Perry Brothers Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

PIERONI, Amedeo William Pieroni

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 28 March 2016)

Amedeo William Pieroni was born 10 August 1978 and died 28 March 2016. No services are scheduled at this time. Whiddon-

Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia is handling the arrangements.

PIERSON, George Morgan Pierson


George Morgan Pierson, 81, passed away Friday morning, (Oct. 3, 2008) at his residence in Waycross following a fight with

pancreatic cancer. Hospice Satilla took part in helping him in this fight. A native of New Haven, CT, he lived in South Daytona,

FL for many years before moving to Blackshear one year ago and recently moved to Waycross before his passing. He was a 1945

graduate of New Haven High School and was retired from Yale University where he worked for 33 years in the Yale Campus

Mail Service and Art Gallery. His parents were the late George Havens and Amy Louise Stickney Pierson, of New Haven.

Survivors include his wife, Wanda Jean Hauser Pierson, formerly of South Daytona and now a resident of Waycross; two

daughters and sons-in-law, Katherine Amy and Gordon Johnstone, of Ormond, FL, and Virginia "Genny" Ruth and John Bowes, of

Daytona Beach, FL; six step-sons and two step-daughters-in-law, James Edward and Darla Gutshall, of Tobaccoville, NC, and

Jonathan Allen and Amy Gutshall, David Lee Gutshall, Michael James Gutshall, Benjamin James Gutshall and Steven James

Gutshall, all of Logan, UT; his mother-in-law, Annie Maude Hickox Hauser, of Blackshear; three sisters and brothers-in-law,

Diana Marie and Timothy Brooks, of Deland, FL, Kathleen Ann and Kevin McGeehan, of Tamaqua, PA, Amanda Lynn and Scott

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Sassaman, of New Ringgold, PA; two brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law, William Reed Jr. and Tae Hauser, of Tom's River, NJ,

and Mark Edward Hauser, of Blackshear; five grandchildren, Todd Johnstone, Scott Johnstone, John Yulo, Tina Yulo and

Elizabeth; three step-grandchildren, Emma Gutshall, Jonathan Gutshall Jr. and Cleopatra Gutshall; a great-grandson, Kendall

Johnstone; and several other relatives. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter

Day Saints in Waycross. There will be no public visitation. Memorialization is by cremation. Memorials may be made to Wanda

Pierson or Hospice Satilla, 317 Plant Ave., Waycross, GA 31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the

arrangements.

PIGGE, Henry J. Pigge


Henry J. Pigge, 81, of Waycross, died Monday (Nov. 26, 2007) morning at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an

extended illness. He was born in McBee, SC, to the late Henry M. Pigge and Bertha Kate Sowell Pigge. He served his country in

the United States Army Infantry during World War II. He retired in Savannah, as a division manager for CSX Railroad

Transportation Department after 45 years of service. He was a member and served as an elder in the First Presbyterian Church

of Waycross. He was also a member of the Waycross Exchange Club, Waycross Rotary Club and the CSX Officers Club. He

served on the Okefenokee Heritage Center Board of Directors, and was a past president of the Waycross YMCA Board of

Directors. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by three sisters, Margaret P. Brown, Eva Mae Faile and Jane Pigge,

and a brother, Thomas N. Pigge. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Bett H. Pigge, of Waycross; a son, Randy Pigge, of St.

Simons Island; a daughter, Susan P. Zeigler, and her husband Serrell, of Waycross; four grandchildren, Kelly Pigge Bennett and

her husband Jason, of St. Simons Island, Luke Pigge, of St. Simons Island, Emmie Zeigler Williams and her husband Tyler, of

Calhoun, and Jennifer Zeigler of Valdosta; a great-granddaughter, Laney Williams, of Calhoun; two sisters, Louise P. Hough, of

Bethune, SC, Myrtlee P. Young, of Jefferson, SC; two brothers-in- law, Buck Horton and his wife Vivian, of Kershaw, SC, and

Marvin Horton and his wife Clara, of Rock Hill, SC; a sister-in- law, Willie Faye Middleton, of Jefferson, SC; a special friend,

Mary Claire Kettler, of Statesboro; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday

at First Presbyterian Church. Entombment will follow in the Greenlawn Mausoleum. The family will receive friends this evening

from 5-7 at Miles- Odum Funeral Home. The family has requested the CSX Officer's Club and the Elders of First Presbyterian

Church to serve as honorary pallbearers and should gather at the church by 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.

PIKE, Albert Pike


Mr. Albert Pike, 67, died at his home near Morven Thursday, May 3. His sudden passing came as a shock to his family and

friends. He had been in failing health for several months but was up and about Thursday morning. He was stricken with a heart

attack about noon and died almost immediately. Mr. Pike was a native of Brooks County and was born and died in the same home.

He was descended from a prominent pioneer family in this section and he was active in the life of his community where he

engaged in farming. He was married to Miss Lila Johnson in 1913 and she survives him with the following sons and daughters:

Mrs. Floyd Williams, Mrs. B. F. Hancock, C. W. Pike of Barney, Mrs. J. H. Miller of Mobile, AL, Mrs. C. V. Nichols of Quitman,

Mrs. Louie Hill of St. Petersburg, FL and Pvt. W. L. Pike of Ft. McClellan, AL. He is also survived by the following brothers and

sisters: L. L. and J. J. Pike, Mrs. Bud Watson, and Mrs. C. J. Fletcher of Morven. Funeral services were held Saturday at Hall’s

Cemetery.

PIKE, Hazel Reynolds Pike

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 18 January 2019)

Hazel Reynolds Pike, age 89, of Thomasville, passed away on Friday, January 18, 2019 at Magnolia Manor in Moultrie, GA. A

Funeral Service will be Sunday, January 20, 2019 in the chapel of Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Laurel

Hill Cemetery. Born December 25, 1929 in Colquitt County, GA she was a daughter of the late William James Reynolds and

Beady Gertrude Brady. She was preceded in death by her husband Marion Oscar Pike whom she married in 1973 in Thomasville,

GA. Hazel was a homemaker and a member of Salem Baptist Church. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Bobbie Jean

Jordan (Joe) of Pavo, Shirley Umphries of Thomasville, Marvin Reynolds (Rebecca) of Leesburg, Marilyn Price (Warren) of Cairo

and Carolyn McConnell of Lutz, FL; grandchildren Jason Hogan of Tallahassee, FL, Bryan Hogan of Thomasville and Amanda

Milner of Albany; a great-grandson Justin Hogan of Tallahassee, FL. She was also preceded in death by her daughters Jeanette

Hogan and Donnis Milner; a son Howell Hogan, siblings Wyman Reynolds, Vivian Mills, Raymond Reynolds and Leland Reynolds.

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Dr. John Paul Pike, age 71, of Blackshear, died Monday (Aug. 21, 2017) at his residence after a six-year battle with cancer. He

was born Nov. 22, 1945 in LaGrange to John Barnard Pike and Brooksie Albright Pike. He attended LaGrange High School where

he played on the AAA State Championship basketball team in 1963. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from

LaGrange College where he was on the basketball and tennis teams all four years and also served as president of the Student

Government. He also received a master of education degree from the University of Georgia and doctor of education degree

from the University of Sarasota. Dr. Pike was a teacher and coached football, basketball and tennis at Forsyth County High

School, Waycross High School and Ware County High School. In 1974, he was named “Coach of the Year” by the Georgia

Athletic Coaches Association after his Waycross High School Girls’ Basketball team won the AAA State Championship. After

30-plus years of coaching, he continued his career in the education field by serving as president of Okefenokee Technical

College from 1998 to 2005. In 1999, he was named a LaGrange College Outstanding Alumni. As a tribute to his years of

coaching, he was inducted into the Ware County Sports Hall of Fame in 2002. In 2005 the Kiwanis Club of Waycross presented

him the James Harley Award for Outstanding Service. He served on the board of directors for Kingdom Care. He was a long

time member of Central Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, worked in the television ministry and was secretary of the

Adults Sunday School Department. His passions were his four grandchildren, golf, (he had five holes in one), fishing and

travel. Together, he and his wife, Penny, toured all 50 states and 44 countries. He was preceded in death by his parents, John

B. and Brooksie Pike. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Penny Calhoun Pike. They celebrated their 50th wedding

anniversary on June 25, 2017. He is also survived by his two children, Paige (Robert) Dilts, of Jacksonville, FL, and John Pike of

Albany, four grandchildren, Ashton and Emory Dilts, Avery and Ella Pike, and his brother, David (Denise) Pike of Monroe. A

memorial service will be Friday at Central Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Central Baptist Church,

201 Ava St., Waycross, GA 31501, or to Heartland Hospice, 664 Scranton Road, Unit 103, Brunswick, GA 31520. Miles-Odum


PIKUL, Maude Pikul

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald April 27, 2006)

Maude Pikul, 92, of Waycross died early Wednesday morning (April 26, 2006) at her residence in Blackshear after an extended

illness. She was born in Montgomery County, NY to the late Edwin Van Dyke and Cora Fredricks Van Dyke. She lived in the state

of New York for most of her life before moving to Blackshear 15 years ago. She worked for Social Services as a nurse. She was

also preceded in death by a son, Johnny Pikul, and a sister, Blanche Traskos. She is survived by a son, Gerry "Sonny" Breault, of

Blackshear; two daughters, Mildred "Sue" Cheney (Gary), of Blackshear, Rose Ann Whiddon (William), of Waynesville; 11

grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; a brother, Edwin Van Dyke (Patricia), of Johnstown, NY; and numerous other relatives. A

memorial service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service will be held at a

later date in Evergreen Cemetery in Fonda, NY. The family will receive friends at the residence, 6506 Tot Drive, Blackshear,

after the service on Saturday.

PILAND, Ocie Dale Williams Piland


Ocie Dale Williams Piland passed into eternity and into the arms of the Lord Sunday (March 16, 2014). She was the widow of

Andrew J. “A.J.” Piland Jr., of Waycross, and the daughter of the late Claude C. Williams and Katie Lou Hammett Williams, of

Thomasville. She was born in Pelham on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 1923. She was a resident of Waycross since 1951. She will be

remembered by her friends as a distinctive voice of the “Satilla Regional Hospital” where she worked as a switchboard operator

for nearly 26 years. She first worked at the hospital as cashier in the cafeteria and then on the switchboard from 1966 to

1974. She became the church secretary at Trinity United Methodist Church from 1975 to 1985. She returned to the hospital

switchboard in 1986 and remained there until her retirement in 2003. She has been a resident of the Baptist Village Retirement

Communities since 2004. She is survived by her son Andrew J. “Andy” Piland III and daughter-in-law, Beth Herrin Piland, of

Valdosta; her granddaughter, Ashley Elizabeth Piland (Lawrence Keith) Backstrom of Guntersville, AL, her granddaughter,

Catherine Herrin Piland (Derek Michael) Rogers, of Lawrenceville; her great-grandchildren, Kaleigh Elizabeth Backstrom, Jordan

Marie Backstrom and Jonathan Keith Backstrom, of Guntersville, AL, Chloe Ann Piland Rogers, of Lawrenceville; her sister,

Kathryn Ann Williams Wester, of Pavo; her brother-in-law, William E. “Bill” (Sandra) Piland Sr., of Thomasville, and their

children, William E. (Pam) Piland Jr., and their daughters, Jessica and Ashley Piland, of Fort Myers, FL; Dicky (Sherrie) Piland,

and their children, Brett and Caitlyn, of Dacula, and Jennifer Piland (Michael) Sheldon, and their children, Meredith and

Elizabeth, of Marietta; nephews, Leon Preston Powell, of Tallahassee, FL, and his daughter, Sharon Sherrod (husband and sons),

and Michael Lee Tatum (daughter, Melanie Tatum), of Lawrenceville; nieces, Sharon Powell and Janice Elaine Powell, both of

Tallahassee, FL, Debbie Wester (Fred) Maddox, of Pavo, Frankie (Laura) Piland, of Houston, TX, Daniel Joseph (Linda) Parker, of

Hartwell, David (Linda) Parker, of Oklahoma City, OK, and their children, Christopher (daughter, Amanda Parker (Eric) Sullins,

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Barbara Parker (Donald) Corbitt, of Hahira, and their daughter Heather Corbitt, of Cordele. A funeral will be held Wednesday

at the Mitchell Chapel at Baptist Village Retirement Communities. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

PILLOWS, Williamnahschun Vada Pillows


A celebration of life service for Williamnahschun Vada Pillows, age 29, will be held Saturday at New Mt. Pleasant Baptist

Church, 901 Ossie Davis Parkway. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. “Shon,” as he was affectionately known, was born

July 6, 1987 at NAS Pensacola Naval Hospital in Pensacola, FL. He received his formal education from the Ware County School

System where he attended Wacona Elementary, Waresboro Elementary, Ware County Middle and graduated in 2007 from Ware

County High School. Always talented artistically from childhood to adulthood, he created many drawings, paintings and projects

throughout his school years. In middle school he was one of the creators of “Super Gator” — a muscular super hero gator who

fought the war against drugs for Red Ribbon. He was also an illustrator for the school yearbook. In high school he was a member

of the chess club. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 2009 where he was a finance clerk and a marksmanship coach. Upon

honorable discharge from the Marines, he enrolled in Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL, where he was studying for an

animation and gaming degree. He was employed by Epic Theaters on Lee Vista in Winter Park, FL, and was writing a comic book

based on his daughter when he died Sept. 18, 2016 from injuries sustained in an automobile incident. He was preceded in death

by his daughter, Arraya Dymas Pillows, his great-grandparents, Talmadge Armstrong Solomon, Robert Solomon, Printice Medlock

Sr., Frankie Mae Medlock and Alfreida Richardson. Those left to cherish his memory include his parents, Valencia Pillows-Tubbs

and Robert Tubb of Waycross, William (Sandra) Pillows; his siblings, D’Shiuntahdelores Pillows and Robert Z.M. Tubbs, both of

Waycross; his grandparents, Printice and Roberta Medlock Jr., of Waycross, Johnny Richardson (Bernandette), of Melbourne,

FL; aunts, Maria Medlock, Anya Thomas (Luke), Kesha Hamm (Allen), Audrey Martin, all of Waycross, Blondell Jones, of Las

Vegas, NV, Florence Clayborn (Eric), of Los Angeles, CA; his uncles, Johnny Richardson (Carmen), Darien Richardson (Tamika),

both of Waycross, and Vincent Tubbs, of Jacksonville, FL: great-aunts; great-uncles; a grand-uncle; a host of cousins and other

relatives. Friends are being received at his grandparents’ residence, Printice and Roberta Medlock Jr., 610 Community Drive.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PIMENTEL, Robert Edward Pimentel


Robert Edward Pimentel died Tuesday (Jan. 1, 2019) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House. He was born March 21, 1939 and lived a

full and diverse life with numerous accomplishments which include Eagle Scout, United States Air Force, LEO, firefighter

instructor and Merchant Mariner. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Bessie Thomas, parents, Velma

and Mariano (Paul) Pimentel. His first wife Ann Culp, first son, Robbie Jr., and second son, Richard Allen Pimentel. He leaves

behind his wife of 29 years, Kimberly L. Pimentel of Waycross; a daughter, Christina Marie Efland (husband, Adam); his mother-

in-law, Marianne D. Layton of Melbourne, FL; a daughter-in-law, Dawn Pimentel; grandchildren, Cody and Danielle Pimentel.

Service will be at First United Methodist Church.

PINCKARD, Orie M. Pinckard


Orie M. Pinckard, age 84, went home to be with the Lord Friday (Sept. 11, 2015) at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Jacksonville,

FL, after an extended illness. He was born in Stillmore but lived most of his life in Savannah and Waycross. He was preceded in

death by his parents, O.M. Pinckard Sr. and Clara Belle Gilpin Pinckard. He was an instructor in radiography at Okefenokee

Technical Institute for 26 years and retired in 1997. His passion to see his students succeed was well known to all. There are

many working in the field of radiography today who were trained by him. He was well loved by those he taught. He was an avid

gun enthusiast and gave much of his time and energy to local politics. Most of all his love for the Bible was obvious to all who

came in contact with him. Being committed to Christ was his greatest goal in life. His funny stories and quick wit made it fun for

all to be around him and he will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Nancy Pinckard of Waycross; his

sister, Patricia (Billy) Donaldson of Harbour Island, SC; and several nieces and nephews. A service to remember and honor his

life will be Sunday at Music Funeral Home. A graveside service will be Monday at Stillmore Cemetery in Stillmore, GA.

PINKARD, Alfred Ernest Pinkard

(Abstracted from John Bullard 18 June 2020)

Mr. Alfred Ernest Pinkard, age 87, died at his home on June 15, 2020. Funeral services were at Beulah Baptist Church, Lee,

Florida with burial at Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery. He was born in Madison County and moved to Crystal River in 1970,

where he worked and retired from Florida Power Corp. He moved back to Madison 2002. He is survived by 1 daughter: Diane

Pinkard of Madison; 1 sister: Kathleen Pinkard Kinsey of Madison, FL; 1 brother: Raymond F. Pinkard of Lakeland, FL. He was

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predeceased by his wife: Frances Stokes Pinkard and 7 brothers: Willie, Artis, John Henry, Daniel G, Thomas C, Owen B, and

Charles F. Pinkard; 2 sisters: Daisey Pinkard Hals, and Margaret Jean Bell. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, Florida is handling

the arrangements 850-973-2258.

PINKARD, Burton Pinkard


Burton Pinkard, age 89, died Saturday in Valdosta after an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Madison County where

he was engaged in farming. He was the oldest member of Hopewell Baptist Church. Survivors are 3 daughters, Mrs. Daisy Hals;

Mrs. Jean Bell; and Miss Kathleeen Pinkard, all three of Madison; 7 sons, Willie Pinkard; Daniel Pinkard; Thomas Pinkard;

Raymond Pinkard; and Charlie Pinkard, all five of Madison; Owen Pinkard of West Plaines, MO; and Alfred Pinkard of Crystal

River, FL; 26 grandchildren; and 8 great- grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in

Hopewell Cemetery.

PINKARD, Evelyn Albritton Pinkard

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida December 29, 2012)

Evelyn Albritton Pinkard, 83, died Thursday, December 27, 2012, in Mobile AL. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 29,

2012 at Beggs Funeral Home, Madison, FL. She was born December 31, 1928 in Madison, FL. She worked at Madison Metal

Products and the Madison House and was of the Baptist Faith. She is survived by her husband Raymond Pinkard of Mobile, AL;

Two sons Jerry Pinkard of Mobile, AL and Kenny Pinkard of Tallahassee, FL. One brother Joe Dean Albritton and one sister

Janie Bell Albritton both of Madison, FL and two grandsons, Dylan and Brandan Pinkard of Tallahassee, FL.

PINKARD, Frances Pinkard

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida May 9th, 2011)

Frances Stokes Pinkard, age 79, passed away May 5, 2011 after several years of declining health. She was born to the late

Frank and Effie Stokes of Lee. She graduated from Madison High School and worked several years for the Van H. Priest

Company. She and her family moved to Crystal River in 1971 and then moved back to Madison in 2002. She was a lifelong member

of Beulah Baptist Church. Frances was a sweet and loving wife, mother and sister and she will be greatly missed. Before her

illness, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends, crafting, yard sales, and mall walking (shopping). She is predeceased

by three sisters, Letha Smith, Eva Nell Lashley and Allie Mae Smith. She leaves to cherish her memory, her devoted husband of

53 years, Alfred, and her beloved daughter, Diane; two brothers, David Stokes (Mary) of Montgomery, Al. and Jim Stokes

(Joye) of Tallahassee; two sisters, Elizabeth Bell (Dalton) of Eustis and Helen Thornton (George) of Jacksonville. She also

leaves numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held on Monday, May 9, at 3 p.m. in the Beggs Funeral Home Chapel.

Visitation with family and friends will be held from 1:30 to time of the service. Interment follows at the Beulah Baptist Church

Cemetery.

PINKARD, Raymond Floyd Pinkard

(Abstracted from John Bullard 18 September 2020)

Raymond Floyd Pinkard, age, 91, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 in Bartow, FL. He was born to Burton and Viola

Dempsey Pinkard. He obtained his certification from Florida State Fire School and the former Fire Chief for the City of

Madison. He was very instrumental in helping organize volunteer fire departments in Madison County. He joined the US Army in

1946. He helped organize an Army casualty division. Raymond loved to fish and to garden. He was preceded in death by his wife,

Evelyn Albritton Pinkard. He is survived by his two sons, Jerry Pinkard of Lakeland, FL and Kenny Pinkard of Tallahassee, FL; one

sister, Katheline (Ernest) Kinsey of Madison, FL, and two grandsons. A graveside service was at Oak Ridge Cemetery # 2. Beggs

Funeral Home in Madison assisted the family with arrangements.

PINKARD, Thomas Pinkard

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida May 14th, 2012)

Thomas Pinkard, age 86, died Sunday, May 13, 2012 at Haven Hospice Care, Lake City. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM

Thursday, May 17, 2012 at Beggs Funeral Home Madison Chapel with burial at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 – 8

PM Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at Beggs Funeral Home. He lived in Madison all of his life and retired from Tri-County Electric

Cooperative. He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. He is survived by 1 son: John Pinkard (Susan) of Madison; 1

daughter: Charlotte Cannon of Live Oak; 3 brothers: Owen Pinkard of Dothan, AL, Raymond Pinkard of Mobil, AL, and Alfred

Pinkard of Madison; 2 sisters: Jean Bell and Kathleen Kinsey both of Madison; 7 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren. He

was preceded in death by his wife: Marie Pinkard. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 850-973-2258.



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PINKARD, Viola Dempsey Pinkard


Viola Dempsey Pinkard, age 71, passed away Friday in Pineview Hospital in Valdosta, GA. She was the daughter of the late Mr.

and Mrs. William Henry Dempsey. She was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Burton

Pinkard of Madison; three daughters, Mrs. Daisy Hals, Mrs. Jean bell; and Miss Kathleen Pinkard, all three of Madison; seven

sons, Willie, Danile, Thomas, Raymond, Alfred and Charlie, all six of Madison; Owen Pinkard of Lompac, CA; 26 grandchildren;

and 7 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Willie H. Dempsey of Madison; 2 sisters, Mrs. Annie Eddy of Gainesville, FL and Mrs. Ruby

Boone of Nokomis, FL. Funeral services were held Sunday January 17, 1971 at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Hopewell

Cemetery.

PINKINS, Damean T. Pinkins

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 7, 2005

Damean T. Pinkins, 23, died Wednesday (Oct. 5, 2005) at his residence.He was a native of Waycross where he received his

formal education from the public school system. He was the son of Dan Hamilton and the late Tracey E. Pinkins. He was reared

by his paternal grandparents, Billy Hamilton Sr. and the late Mary Hamilton. He was preceded in death by his maternal

grandparents, Thomas and Maggie Styles. He was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include his father,

Dan Hamilton; his grandfathers, Billy Hamilton Sr. and the Rev. Robert (Gale) Pinkins; his grandmother, the Rev. Emma Pinkins;

his great-grandparents, Allen and Ruby Neal; three sisters, Tamika Pinkins, Patrice Pinkins and Shelca Johnson; one brother,

Quanton Pinkins; a special friend, Nina Gibson; a special aunt, Debra Badson (Jimmy); two other aunts, Janice Wilson (J.J.) and

Valene Pinkins (Booker); seven uncles, Robert L. Pinkins Jr., Rickie Pinkins (Kimberly), Corey Pinkins, Stoney Winkfield, Billy

Hamilton Jr., Willie Hall and Ronnie Hamilton; two great-aunts, Jeane Alderman and Thelma Hunter (Jeremiah); two great-

uncles, Sylvester Styles and Thomas Styles Jr. (Peggy); four nephews, two nieces and a host of other relatives. Friends are

being received at the home of his grandfather, Billy Hamilton Sr., 615 Howe St. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by

Fluker Funeral Home.

PINKNEY, Annie Rowe Pinkney


Annie Rowe Pinkney, age 69, died Saturday in Madison at her home. She was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church and

the Pallbearers Lodge No 8. She spent most of her life in Madison except from 1940 to 1955 when she had lived in Lakeland.

Survivors are her husband Prince R. Pinkney of Madison and a son Prince, Jr., of New York City; two daughters, Pauline Lemon, of

Winter Park and Mary Range of Plant City. Funeral services will be held Sunday in Shiloh Church. Burial will be in Wigginsville

Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PINSON, Annie Bell Pinson


Just at the close of day on Friday, March 14, 1941, the death angel visited the home of Mrs. Lizzie Clark Williams and carried

away the beautiful spirit of her daughter, Miss Annie Bell Pinson. She was born in Madison County January 25, 1893, and was

the daughter of the late Dallas Pinson. She had been ill with epilepsy nearly all of her life. Survivors are her mother and one

sister, Mrs. C. L. Drew of Monticello, besides a host of other relatives and friends. Interment was in the Cherry Lake

Cemetery Saturday afternoon.

PINSON, Claire Mae Pinson


Claire Mae Pinson, 43, wife of Mr. J. L. Pinson died at her home here early last Friday morning following a long illness. Funeral

services were held at the graveside in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Survivors are her husband, one son, Joe Pinson; her father, T. J.

Wesson, and one sister, Mrs. Ruter Williams, all of Madison, and one half-brother, T. J. Wesson, Jr., of Tallahassee. Mrs. Pinson

was a niece of Mrs. Ranna Livingston and Mr. T. S. Livingston, of Madison.

PINSON, Emma Harrison Pinson

(Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, December 17, 2008)

Graveside services for Emma Harrison Pinson were held on Monday December 15, 2008, in the Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison.

Mrs. Pinson was born in Whigham, GA, on May 19,1922, to Thomas Basil and Prassie Collins Harrison. She is the widow of Larry

Pinson. A longtime resident of Madison she was a member of the First Baptist Church. She and her late husband owned and

operated the Madison Cleaners before their retirement. Survivors are nephews, Gary (Jane) Harrison, Dixon (Sheila) Harrison,

Bruce (Sharon) Hawthorne, Dolan (Mary Lee) Hawthorne, all of Whigham, GA; nieces, Fay Hawthorne of Whigham, GA, Jenny

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(Sammy) Nichols, of Crawfordville, Amy (Danny) Marlow, Thomasville, GA; step-son, Thomas Joseph and Chris Pinson of

Sarasota; a host of great nieces, nephews and step-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Larry Pinson; husband,

Ottis Fausett; her parents, Thomas Basil Harrison and Prassie Collins Harrison; brothers, Raymond Harrison, Calton Harrison,

Leon Harrison, and a sister, Louise Harrison Hawthorne.

PINSON, Mr. H. A. Pinson


Mr. H. A. Pinson, well known resident of Madison County, died suddenly at his home March 3rd as a result of heart disease. Mr.

Pinson was born February 20, 1865, and had lived in this county all his life. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, one

daughter, Mrs. Lula Williams, of Live Oak, FL, and two grandchildren, also of Live Oak. Also three nephews and one niece of

Madison survive.

PINSON, Lillian Glenn Pinson


Mrs. Lillian Glenn Pinson, widow of the late W. H. Dial Pinson, died Saturday, August 30, at her home following a long illness, at

the age of 75. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Pine Grove Church. Survivors are one son, Willie Glenn Pinson;

one brother, T. S. Livingston, and one sister, Miss Rana Livingston, all of Madison, and nieces and nephews, T. F. Livingston,

Charlie, Ebb, Yates and James Groover, of Madison, Miss Dorothy Groover, of Tallahassee, Mrs. Irma Morgan, of Jacksonville,

and Miss Clifford Livingston, of Madison. Mrs. Pinson was a member of one of Madison’s oldest and most prominent families. Her

father was Capt. Jack Livingston an officer in the War Between the States.

PINSON, Sara Jane Pinson


Mrs. Sara Jane Pinson, aged 79, died Friday, March 8th, at her home in the Macedonia community. Funeral services were Sunday

at the graveside in Macedonia Cemetery. Mrs. Pinson was the widow of the late H. Addie Pinson. She is survived by a daughter,

Mrs. Lula Williams, of Live Oak, and several grandchildren.

PINSON, Sarah Pinson


Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Pinson were in Jacksonville from Monday until Wednesday having been called there by the death of Mr.

Pinson’s mother, Mrs. Sarah Pinson, age 67, who passed away Sunday, after a lingering illness. She was born in Luthersville, GA

and had lived in Jacksonville several years. She was a Methodist. Graveside services were held Tuesday in the Warren Smith

Cemetery at Jacksonville Beach, FL. Survivors include besides Mr. J. L. Pinson of Madison; Mrs. Frances Donaldson of

Jacksonville; another son, William Boyd Pinson of Pompano Beach; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

PINSON, Tom Pinson


Tom Pinson, age 72, a lifelong resident of Madison County died Monday at the Madison hospital after a brief illness. He was the

son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Pinson, pioneer residents of the county. He spent most of his life engaged in farming. During

the 1920’s he was in the furniture business with his brother and also had served as Deputy Sheriff under Sheriff Parker. On

December 4, 1910 he was married to Miss Addie Slaughter. Surviving are his wife Mrs. Addie S. Pinson; a daughter Mrs. Annie

Shaw, both of Madison; two sons Roy C. Pinson, of Madison and Raymond Pinson, of Jacksonville; six grandchildren; two brothers,

Cary Pinson of Madison and R. L. Pinson of Cherry Lake and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held

Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Macedonia Cemetery.

PINSON, William M. Pinson


William M. Pinson, age 52, a lifelong resident of Madison County died at his home here last Friday. Survivors include his mother,

Mrs. Nonie Pinson; two sisters, Mrs. Jesse Moore; and Mrs. L. F. Terry, all three of Madison; one niece, Mrs. Jimmy Revell, of

Clearwater; one great niece and two great nephews. Services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Pine

Grove Cemetery.

PIPKIN, Julian Thomas Pipkin


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Julian Thomas Pipkin, PhD, age 93, died May 27, 2010 at Baptist Village of Waycross, GA. He was the son of the late Eugene

and Ora Clifford Pipkin. Born in Lowndes County, he spent all childhood years in Cairo, GA. After Cairo High School graduation,

he spent thirteen months in the Civilian Conservation Corps. After two months of stump-digging experience, he became the

assistant to the Douglas, GA camp educational director. He is a graduate of Norman College, Mercer University and The

Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. While at Mercer, he served as a student chaplain at the Georgia State prison. While at

the Seminary, he served as teaching fellow in Biblical Theology, and earned both the Master of Theology and PhD degrees. He

was ordained to Christian ministry by the First Baptist Church, Cairo, in 1938. In the same year he married Sarabelle Montford

of Thomasville, GA. During Seminary days, he served as pastor of New Providence, Lickbranch, and The First Baptist Church of

Scottsburg, IN. Following graduation, he returned to Georgia to serve the First Baptist Church in Thomson and then, Central

Baptist Church in Waycross. He served on the SBC Home Mission Board and on the Georgia Baptist Historical Commission. Being

called as state missionary, he served the Georgia Baptist Convention 13 years as State Sunday School Director, 15 years as

Church Growth Division Director, and 5 years as director of State Missions Planning and Coordination. After retiring, he

enjoyed supply preaching and 7 years as pastor of Barnetts Creek Church near Thomasville. Survivors include his devoted wife

of 71 years, Sarabelle M. Pipkin; one daughter, Janet P. and William Crane of Camilla; three sons, Julian Thomas, Jr. and Lynn

Pipkin of Coral Springs, FL; James S. and Marva Pipkin of Westminster, SC; and Richard W. and Gayle Pipkin of Gautier, MS;

eight grandchildren and twelve great grand children. One grandson, Billy Crane, preceded him in death. Funeral will be Tuesday,

June 1, 2010 at Barnett’s Creek Baptist Church with burial in Greenwood Cemetery at Cairo, GA.

PIPKIN, Sarabelle Montford Pipkin


Sarabelle Montford Pipkin age 95, passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at The Baptist Village in Waycross, Georgia. She

was the daughter of the late Thomas Pierce Montford, a pharmacist, and Claudia Copeland Montford. She was born in Metcalf

and grew up in Thomasville Georgia, where she was a member of First Methodist Church. After graduation from Thomasville

High School, she earned the A.B. degree from GSCW (now Georgia College and State University,) and the Master of Religious

Education from the Southern Baptist Seminary's Carver School of Missions in Louisville, KY. She was married to a Baptist

minister, Julian T. Pipkin of Cairo. For seventy-two years was a devoted wife, mother, and an effective co-worker in Christian

ministry. She was a life time teacher of youth and adults in Sunday School. She held leadership roles in women's mission work,

including presidency of the WMU in First Baptist Church, Decatur, where she served as an ordained deacon. She also served as

the president of Georgia Baptist Minister's Wives Conference. She served as a seminar leader for many church and statewide

conferences in the fields of youth work and the care of aging parents. A number of her articles were published in Home Life

Magazine, Mature Living, and in the Baptist Village Voice. Survivors include one daughter, Janet and William Crane of Camilla;

three sons, Julian Thomas, Jr, and Lynn Pipkin of Tallahassee, FL; James and Marva Pipkin of Westminster, SC; and Richard W.

and Gayle Pipkin of Gautier, MS; eight grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a grandson,

Billy Crane. Services will be held at Barnett's Creek Baptist Church on Sunday, November 18, 2012 with interment following in

Greenwood Cemetery, Cairo, Georgia. Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

PIPKINS, Mrs. George C. Pipkins


Mrs. George C. Pipkins, age 84, of Rt. 3, Lake Park, died Friday at a nursing home here of a long illness. A native of Lake Park,

she had lived there all of her life. She was a member of the Sardis Baptist Church. Survivors include 3 daughters, Mrs. R. L.

McLane of Madison; Mrs. C. M. Zipperer and Mrs. Vernon E. Dennis, both of Lake Park; 3 sons, Barney Pipkins and Roy Pipkins,

both of Lake Park; and Cleo Pipkins of Palatka, FL; and 2 brothers, Riley Hughes and Rader Hughes, both of Bradenton, FL.

Funeral plans will be announced by Carson McLane Funeral Home.

PIPKINS, Norman Curtis Pipkins

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/05/norman-curtis-pipkins/)

Norman Curtis Pipkins, age 82, of Echols County, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2019 at home surrounded by family. He was

born September 8, 1936 in Lowndes County to the late Barnie & Bessie McLane Pipkins. In June 1961, he married Mamie Laura

Herring. A few months later, they settled in southwestern Echols County and had lived there since. Norman graduated from

Lake Park High School in 1956 and worked in farming with his father, along with other odd jobs. After marriage, he continued

full-time farming for a few years then went to work at the Langdale Company for a year or so. He then went to work for Owens-

Illinois for about 8 years; he was an excellent millwright and worked in maintenance at both places. Later he drove a school bus

for the Echols county School System for 8 years. He then went to work for Coggins Farm Supply for about three years before

deciding to give up public work entirely to spend more time farming at home. He and his father were known far and wide for the

big peanuts they grew, and their syrup-making. Norman continued making cane syrup until about 2005 and for several years

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provided a “Pancake and Sausage” breakfast for the community. Norman loved building things; first with metal- as he was an

accomplished welder. Then, in later years, he started building with wood. He applied the same perfectionist skills to his

woodworking that he had in working with metal. He built his own well-digging rig, as well as designing a cane stripper and a cane

cutter. Norman was also a member of Wrights Chapel United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Mamie, of almost 58

years; daughters, Brenda Corbett (Mark) and Beverly Highsmith (Ronald); grandchildren, Kelly Corbett, Ashli Copeland (Erik),

Mac Corbett (Brianna), Ryan Highsmith, Breanna Highsmith Crosby (Trevor), and Brooke Highsmith; four great grandchildren,

Kenna Corbett, Harper Copeland, Judd Copeland and Blakely Crosby, all of Echols County. He is also survived by a sister Shirley

Young (James) and their children; a niece, Amy Herring Nolan (Richard) and children. He is preceded in death by a brother,

James Cleveland Pipkins and a granddaughter Mandi Corbett, sister-in-law, Gwen Herring and brothers in law, Larry & Lloyd

Herring. The funeral for Mr. Pipkins will be at Wrights Chapel United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the church

cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of South Georgia, 2263 Pineview Drive, Valdosta, GA 31602 or

Wrights Chapel UMC, 207 Positive Lane, Lake Park, GA 31636. McLane Lakewood Funeral Home is entrusted with the

arrangements.

PIPPIN, John W. Pippin, Jr.


John W. Pippin, Jr., age 74, of Georgetown, TN passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at his home with his family by his side.

John was a native of Madison, FL where he was a 1961 graduate of Leon County High School. After high school John went on to

graduate from North Florida Junior College in 1964. He had lived the past 43 years in Georgetown having co-owned Bea’s

Restaurant in Chattanooga for 33 years retiring in 2006. John was a United States Army National Guard Veteran and was a

lifetime member of the Elks Club in Brainerd. He loved spending time on his farm in Georgetown as well as spending time at his

home in Perry, FL. His passions in life were hunting, fishing, and playing golf. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Deborah Pippin; and parents, H.L. and Bernice Bradshaw. Survivors include his son, John

W. Pippin, III of Madison, FL; daughter, Dee Pippin Mercer (Shane) of Georgetown, TN; brothers, Mike (Janice) Bradshaw of

Georgetown and Doug (Pat) Bradshaw of Georgetown; four grandchildren, Kayla Pippin, Dustin Pippin, Bryceson Mercer, and Will

Mercer; one great-granddaughter, Bella Pippin; and several nieces and nephews. A private service will be held at a later

date.Arrangements are by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of historic

Missionary Ridge, Rossville, GA.

PIRKLE, Lee Grant Pirkle


Lee Grant Pirkle, age 82, of Waycross, passed away Sunday (Feb. 22, 2015) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended

illness. He was born in Dawson County, May 4, 1932, to the late Carl W. and Jennie Bell Pirkle. He made his home in Waycross

for the past 44 years. He was a member of Central Baptist Church. Although he served on past deacon boards and committees,

his passion was always missions. He served in the United States Army from 1952 until 1960, during which time he served in the

Korean War. After his retirement from the United States Department of Agriculture in 1984, he became the pastor of

Haywood Baptist Church. He also served as pastor at Ten Mile Baptist Church, and as a pulpit supply pastor for various churches

in the Waycross area. He enjoyed gardening and building small projects. His love for his family was evident and his greatest

desire was to know that they, as well as anyone he came into contact with, had a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Along

with his parents he was preceded in death by an infant son, Marcus Allen Pirkle, two brothers, George Pirkle and Reid Pirkle, a

sister, Eva Mae Talley, parents-in-law, Lee and Eldie Hammond, brothers-in-law, Y.J. Thomason, Ralph Talley, Cleburn Hammond,

Robert Hammond, Hugh Hammond, Steve Hammond and Michael Francis, sisters-in-law, Corene Pirkle, Vileeaze Butterworth,

Barbara Milford, Patricia Francis and Cora Bell Hammond, and a niece, Pamela Roland.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruby Hammond Pirkle, of Waycross; 3 sons, Philip (Sharon) Pirkle, of Thomson, Thomas

(Jodi) Pirkle, of Hahira, and John (Tammy) Pirkle, of Waycross; 3 daughters, Darlene Pirkle, Denise Pirkle Bennett and Dolores

Pirkle (Steve) Stipe, all of Waycross; 10 grandchildren, Brad (Natalie) Pirkle, Amy (Jamey) Pirkle, Sara Pirkle (Scott) Hughes,

Jenny Pirkle, Andrew (Stephanie) Bennett, Timothy Bennett, Amanda Stipe, Steven Stipe, Grant Pirkle and Callie Pirkle; 2

sisters, Lela (Lane) Bennett, of Gainesville, and Lona Thomason, of Cumming; brothers-in-law, Jim (Jean) Hammond, of

Gainesville, Kenneth (Wanoga) Hammond, of Cumming, Norman (Doris) Butterworth, of Canton, and Cloys (Nancy) Milford, of

Cumming; sisters-in-law, Mary (Donald) Pirkle, of Cumming, Diane Buice, of Dahlonega, and Martha Hammond, of Cumming;

numerous nieces and nephews; 3 step-grandchildren, Joey (Geneva) Morgan, Jessica (Brantley) Crews and Amaris (Hunter) Cox;

6 step-great-grandchildren; and other relatives. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be

made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501 or to the Broadcasting for the Future fund at Central

Baptist Church, 201 Ava St., Waycross, GA 31501. The family expresses their sincere appreciation to everyone at Hospice

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Satilla for the compassionate and loving care that was given to him. Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel of Buford is serving the

family.

PITCHFORD, William Boyd Pitchford


William Boyd Pitchford, 61, died Wednesday (Feb. 20, 2013) at Dougherty Hospice Home in Sioux Falls, SD, following an

extended illness. A resident of Athens, he was born in Charleston, WV. A private family service will take place at a later date in

West Virginia. One of five children, he was born Oct. 13, 1951 to Boyd and Janet Fink Pitchford in Charleston, WV. His father

was a Tech Sergeant in the United States Air Force and the family lived in many places throughout his youth. Upon graduation

from high school in 1969, he followed in his father’s footsteps and joined the U.S. Air Force, serving his country during the

Vietnam conflict. He was married to Marilyn Cox, of Madison, Fla. The couple settled in South Georgia and had two children, Kin

and Beth. The family eventually moved to Athens where he was an electronics engineer for many years. He was a great admirer

of poetry and music, and he enjoyed a range of genres in both. When the family gathered he taught, entertained and inspired

and shared his latest research into the family’s genealogy. He masterfully wove tales drawn from his life and extensive travels

and often recounted his childhood in Appalachia with lyric, song and banjo. He will be deeply missed by his children, Kin (Ashley)

Pitchford, of Sioux Falls, SD, and Elizabeth (Enk Zakis) Pitchford of St. Paul, MN; two step-daughters, Stephanie (Tim)

Sanders, of Statham; Kim Nichols, of Monroe; two grandchildren, Roain Pitchford McCormick and Soren Pitchford, and a

granddaughter who is expected to enter this world in June of this year; his mother, Janet Pitchford, of Hoboken; two brothers,

also U.S. Air Force veterans, Thorn (Brenda) Pitchford, of Jenkinsburg, and Preston (Robin) Pitchford, of Elizabeth City, NC;

two sisters, Jeanie (Robert) Boland, of Hoboken, and Coranna Young, of Waycross; and many nieces and nephews. He was twice

widowed and preceded in death by the mother of his beautiful children, Marilyn Pitchford, and wife, Linda Morris, as well as his

father, Boyd L. Pitchford.

PITMAN, Elizabeth Elkins Pitman


GREENVILLE, SC — Elizabeth Elkins Pitman, age 98, died Friday (March 7, 2014) at The Cottages at Brushy Creek in Greenville,

SC. Born Sept. 6, 1915, in Waycross, she was the daughter of the late James Samuel Elkins and Mary Bartlett DeFord Elkins.

She graduated from Waycross High School. She was a member of Fourth Presbyterian Church in Greenville, S.C. Previously, she

was an active member of Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Camden, SC, and Plymouth Presbyterian Church in Plymouth, NC. She

was a teacher and leader of women’s groups. She also helped organize and build Morningside Presbyterian Church, a mission

chapel in Camden, SC. In Plymouth, NC she was a leader and active volunteer for the hospital auxiliary which raised money to

build a new wing for the community hospital. She has been described as having Martha hands and a Mary heart. Her outstanding

characteristic was the devotion of her life to her family, home, church and community. Her home was known to her extended

family, friends and neighbors as the place to go for love, laughter, good food and happy times. She was predeceased by the love

of her life and her husband of 53 years, Edgar Kuhl Pitman, of Blackshear, and her son, James Elkins Pitman, who died at age 8

from leukemia. She is survived by her children, E. Lee (Judith Ann Bucher) Pitman II, of Virginia Beach, VA, and their sons,

William Andrew Pitman, of New York, NY, and Daniel Lee Pitman, of Bethel, OH, and William Liston (Kimberly Patrick) Pitman

Sr., of Greenville, SC, and their son, William Liston Pitman Jr., of Houston, TX. A memorial service is planned for Friday at

Fourth Presbyterian Church in Greenville, SC. A private burial will take place in Quaker Cemetery in Camden, SC. In lieu of

flowers, memorials may be made to Fourth Presbyterian Church, 703 East Washington St., Greenville, SC 29601; The Greenville

Humane Society, 305 Airport Road, Greenville, SC 29607; or The Jimmy Fund, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168,

Boston, MA 02284-9168.

PITTMAN, Annette Pittman

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, July 14, 2010)

Miss Annette Pittman, 44, passed away Friday, July 2, 2010, in the Clinch Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness. Miss

Pittman was born December 7, 1965, in Clinch County. She attended Clinch County Schools and everyone who met her couldn’t

help but love her because Miss Pittman’s personality was so honest and pure. The joy on her face when someone came by for a

visit was genuine, for she would tell her entire family who stopped by and she loved her family immensely. Miss Pittman also

enjoyed fishing and watching T.V. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ida Lillian Holmes Pittman, five uncles, four aunts

and several cousins. Miss Pittman leaves to cherish her memory, her adoring father, Ira Pittman of Homerville; two brothers

and sister-in-law, Floyd Pittman of Homerville and Bobby and Kim Pittman of DuPont; one sister and brother-in-law, Betty Sue

and Johnnie Hendrick of Homerville; six nieces and nephews, Johnnie Hendrick Jr., Becky Hendrick, Steven Hendrick and Rachel

Pittman all of Homerville, Dylan Harrell and Hunter Pittman of DuPont; four uncles, Eddie Pittman, Samuel Pittman and James

and Sophronia Pittman of Homerville, and Ernest and Viola Holmes of Kingsland; three aunts, Mary and Leo Bagley of Homerville,

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Thelma Miller of Paducah, KY and Elder Pittman of Killeen, TX and numerous cousins. Services for Miss Pittman were held

Monday, July 5, 2010, at the Roundtree Funeral Home. Interment was in the Shiloh Church Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Annie Belle Pittman


Graveside services for Mrs. Annie Belle Pittman will be Sunday, November 18 at Enon Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Pittman

died Friday, November 16, 2012 at the Brynwood Center in Monticello, FL. Born August 29, 1920 in Pavo, GA she was a daughter

of the late C.P. Wood and Trudie Leola Redding Wood. In 1938, in Pavo, she married Robert Lee Pittman who preceded her in

death in 1967. Mrs. Pittman was a retired seamstress and had worked for Warners and Taylors Drapery in Thomasville. She was

a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Monticello, FL. She is survived by a son Harold Pittman and his wife Sarah of Monticello;

a daughter Joanne Young and he husband George of Thomasville; grandchildren Bruce Pittman of Thomasville, Susan Pittman of

Tallahassee, FL, Johnny Young of New Orleans, LA; Todd Young and Robert Young both of Thomasville. 12 great- grandchildren

and 2 great-great-grandchildren also survive. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Covenant Hospice, 1545 Raymond

Deihl Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308.

PITTMAN, Annie Mae Pittman


Annie Mae Davis Pittman, 50, of Waycross, died early Saturday morning (Aug. 11, 2012) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after

an extended illness. She was born in Coffee County, the daughter of Garvis and Eddie Mae Davis. She made Waycross her home

since 1978. She worked as a certified nursing assistant with Waycross Health and Rehabilitation Center (formerly Ware Manor

Nursing Home). She was a loving mother, devoted housewife and was always working hard to care for others. She was of the

Church of God faith. She was preceded in death by her father, Garvis Frank Davis. Survivors include her husband, Don Pittman,

of Waycross; three sons, D.J. Pittman (wife Kristen), Scott Pittman (wife Nicole), Roy Pittman (wife Skeeter), all of Waycross;

her grandchildren, Desirae Pittman, Tyler Pittman, Zachary Pittman, Raymee Pittman, Logan Hood, Oceanna Hood and Levi

Stephenson; her mother, Eddie Mae Davis, of Waycross; a brother, Randall Davis (wife Marci), of Douglas; and numerous nieces,

nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow

in Kettle Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening from 6 until 8 at the funeral home. Miles-Odum Funeral

Home is in charge of arrangements.

PITTMAN, Bernice Bishop Pittman

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 11 January 2018)

Bernice Bishop Pittman passed away Jan 11, 2018 at age 102 years & 9 months in Edgewater, FL. She had been in Vitas care for

the past month. She was the daughter of Jesse W. Bishop & Willie Elizabeth Lindsey Bishop of Greenville, FL. She was the

last survivor of 12 children of the Bishops. She was the wife of Robert W. Pittman & had one daughter Joyce Pittman

Menhennett & David Menhennett of Edgewater, FL. The lived for many years in Miami, FL and moved to Edgewater in

2017. She had one granddaughter Teresa DeLapp Tonks wife of Stephen Tonks, 2 great grandsons Mitchell & Brendan Tonks

of Woburn, MA, one grandson John (Jerry) DeLapp, Jr & wife Twyla Cypret DeLapp, 2 great grandsons Ian J R DeLapp & Jesse

Drew DeLapp of Grand Blanc, MI. She leaves many nephews & nieces with special recognition to nephew Kenneth Hollowell, son

of Beatrice Bishop Hollowell, who cared for her & Joyce & family during her last month of life. Bernice was a long time

Christian having attended Christ Fellowship in Miami, Florida. Among her last words were "I'm ready to go home. I want to see

Jesus!" Funeral services are Jan 16, 2018 at Beggs Funeral Chapel with interment at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, FL in

the Bishop Family Plot.

PITTMAN, Bobby Joe Pittman


Bobby Joe Pittman, age 71, of Hahira, GA passed away Monday, March 19, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born

on December 18, 1946 in Jennings, FL to the late Clifford and Lucille (Coggins) Pittman. In his early years he owned and

operated several gas stations in Valdosta including Gulf and BP. Later in life he owned and operated of B & B Acoustics in

Valdosta. While not working he enjoyed attending NASCAR races and watching Georgia Football. Along with his parents, he was

preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa Pittman and a son, Todd Pittman. Survivors include his daughter & son-in-law, Brooke &

David Jordan of Valdosta, GA; sisters & brothers-in-law, Bertha & Tillman Heard of Selmer, TN, Glenda & Dennis Foster of

Charleston, SC, Charlotte & Howard Swain of Murfreesboro, TN; grandchildren, Jake Jordan and Ginger Jordan and numerous

nieces, nephews and extended family members. Graveside services will be Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Riverview Memorial

Gardens. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta, GA is entrusted with the arrangments.

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PITTMAN, Cecil Pittman


Cecil Pittman, age 89, died Wednesday (June 28, 2017) at Waycross Health and Rehabilitation. He worked at Standard

Container of Homerville, Spatola Shoe Factory, and he was a security guard King Edward Cigar Factory. He was a native of

Manor and lived most of his life in Waycross. He worked as a security guard at Standard Container of Homerville and attended

Waycross First Assembly of God. He was the son of the late Clayton Pittman and Eva Fitchett Pittman. He was the husband of

the late Eveline Daniels Pittman. Survivors include 2 daughters, Rachel (Jimmy) Buckley of Waycross, and Shirley Pinson of

Waycross; 3 sons, James (Debra) Pittman of Blackshear, Andy Pittman of Waycross, and Cecil Dewayne (Ellen) Pittman of

Waycross; grandchildren, April Dawn Lemhart, Kelly Jean Steveson, and many other grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two

brothers, Donnie Pittman and Jerry Pittman; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be

Friday in the Music Funeral Home. Memorialization will be by cremation.

PITTMAN, Clyde J. Pittman


Clyde J. Pittman, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at Doctors Memorial Hospital. Mr. Pittman was born in Perry,

Florida, on October 15, 1929, and was the son of the late Marvin Pittman and the late former Mary Hall. Coming from New

Smyrna Beach, FL in 1967, he had lived most of his life in Taylor County. He was a Meat Market Manager at Winn Dixie in New

Smyrna Beach for 19 years, then came to Perry Procter and Gamble in 1968, and retired from after 23 years. In his spare time

he enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, watching sports, and was an avid Gator fan and a die- hard Jeff Gordon fan. He was

preceded in death by 2 brothers, Dewey Pittman and Howard Pittman. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Jean Pittman of

Perry, FL, a son, Jimmy Pittman (Nancy), a daughter, Joyce Read (Phillip), all of Perry, FL, a sister, Doris York (Johnny) of Perry,

FL, 2 grandsons, 1 granddaughter, (7) great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will

be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, June 29, 2012. Interment will follow at Pineview Memorial Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Daniel Earl Pittman


Daniel Earl Pittman, age 40, of Waycross, died suddenly Wednesday (March 15, 2017). A memorial service is scheduled

Thursday, March 23, at Suwannee Chapel. He was preceded in death by his father, Donnie Pittman, and his brother, Clayton

Pittman.

PITTMAN, David Albert Pittman

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 11 February 2016)

Mr. David Albert “Cabbage Man” Pittman, age 58, passed away February 11, 2016 in Perry, FL. David was born March 11, 1957 in

Perry, FL to Mr. Bud R. Pittman and Mrs. Louzette Leggett Pittman. Mr. David Pittman was a loving and caring dad and friend. He

attended First Baptist Church in Perry. Mr. Pittman worked as a logger and he also enjoyed going fishing, hunting, and was at

peace in the woods. David was preceded in death by his father Mr. Bud R. Pittman, and his mother Mrs. Louzette Leggett, and

his uncle Mr. Pittman is survived by 1 daughter Alisa LouAnn Pittman Alligood of Perry; 5 grandchildren: Cory Gundrum Jr. and

Kathryn Gundrum both of Illinois, Malachi Gundrum of Perry, Jacob Alligood and Benjamin Alligood both of Perry; 2

stepdaughters Carol Anne (Dennis) Bogden and their children: Dennis Bogden II and Tanner Bogden of Interlochen, FL; and

Cindy Trammell and Jonathan Gunter and their children: Bryce, Caylen, Colby and Riley Gunter of Perry as well as many cousins.

Services will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers his daughter is asking for donations to go toward funeral expenses.

Donations may be made at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PITTMAN, David E. Pittman


David E. Pittman, 85, of Altamonte Springs, Fla., died Monday (Dec. 19, 2005) at the Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs. He

was a native of Blackshear. Survivors include two sons, David Pittman Jr. (wife Lucy), of Orlando, Fla., and Buddy Pittman (wife

Amber), of Orlando, Fla.; one brother, James Pittman, of Orlando, Fla.; one sister, Hazel Logue of North Carolina; six

grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a dear friend, Jennie Garrick; and other relatives. A funeral was held this morning at 10

a.m. at the East Altamonte Chapel of Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home in Altamonte Springs, Fla. Burial will follow Thursday

morning at 10 at the Waters Cemetery in Blackshear. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com

Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the local arrangements.

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Donald Jimmy Pittman, age 58, of Waycross, died Thursday (Aug. 20, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after a

brief illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Edgar J. Pittman Sr. and Louise Proctor Pittman. He made Waycross his home

for his entire life. He was a skilled carpenter who was self-employed for many years in the construction industry. He enjoyed

being able to spend any time he could with his family and friends. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife,

Annie Mae Pittman, three sisters, Mary Raulerson, Violet Richardson and Carolyn Pittman, and a brother, James Pittman. He is

survived by 3 sons, D. J. (Kristen) Pittman of Waycross, Scott (Nicole) Pittman of Waycross, Roy (Skeeter) Pittman of

Waycross; his grandchildren, Desirae Pittman, Tyler Pittman, Zachary Pittman, Raymee Pittman, Logan Hood, Oceanna Hood, Levi

Stephenson; 3 sisters, Dot (Otis) Waldron of Jesup, Wanice (Gene) Crews of Waycross, Ruthie (Clint) Taylor of Tennessee; 1

brother, Buddy Pittman of Waycross; and numerous other relatives. A funeral will be Sunday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home.

Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Donald Jimmy Pittman Jr


Donald “D.J.” Jimmy Pittman Jr., age 37, of Waycross, died Saturday (March 25, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health System in

Waycross after a sudden illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Donald Jimmy Sr. and Annie Mae Davis Pittman and spent

most of his life living in Ware County. He was an electrician and part owner of J&P Electric. He was a member of Gilchrist Park

Church of God of Prophecy. He was a man who truly loved his family and would give a helping hand to anyone in need. The word

“no” was not in his vocabulary, and by doing all this, everyone that met him loved him for doing so. He is survived by his wife,

Kristen Pittman, of Waycross, two children, Desirae Pittman and Tyler Pittman, two brothers, Scott (Nicole) Pittman of

Waycross, Roy (Skeeter) Pittman of Waycross, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at the

Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Doris Faye Jordan Pittman


Doris Faye Jordan Pittman, age 69, died Monday afternoon (April 7, 2014) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended

battle with cancer. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross. She graduated in 1962 from Ware County High School

and worked at the cigar factory for five years. She was formerly employed as a lab technician for 10 years in the former

Memorial Hospital, and she retired from Okefenokee Regional Library in 2008 after 12 years of service. She was a member of

Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. She was the daughter of the late Jacob Preston “J.P.” and Ada Jordan. Survivors

include 2 brothers, Silas “S.W.” (Linda Gail) Walter, of Dixie Union, and Charles (Stella) Jordan, of Stafford, VA; 1 sister,

Barbara Ann (Allen) Herrin, of Blackshear; 3 step-sisters, Nora Beaugaurd, Linda (Tommy) James and Sandy Tuten; and several

aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral will be Thursday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Rome Cemetery in

Dixie Union. Arrangements are with Music Funeral Home.

PITTMAN, Dorothy Ardell Pittman

(Abstracted from the August 14, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper)

Dorothy Ardell Pittman, 67, died Saturday evening (Aug. 10, 2013) at her residence following an extended illness. She was a

native and lifelong resident of Waycross and was a homemaker most of her life. She was a member of Suwannee Chapel Church

of God of Prophecy. She was a daughter of the late Thomas Watson Driggers and Lucy Driggers. She was preceded in death by

a daughter, Marie Thomas. She is survived by her husband, Donnie Pittman, of Waycross; two sons, Daniel Pittman and Clayton

Thomas Pittman, both of Waycross; a granddaughter, Lucy Thomas; a grandson, Christopher West; a great-granddaughter,

Angel Marie Haddock; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. today at Suwannee Chapel

Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Earnestine Crosby Corbett Pittman


A funeral mass for Earnestine Crosby Corbett Pittman, 71, was held Wednesday morning at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the

Rev. Thomas Healy officiating. Burial was in Kettle Creek Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bobby Ham, Matthew Thrift, David

Corbett, David Ham, Joshua Thrift and Josh Mullis. She died early Sunday morning (Nov. 11, 2007) at Baptist Medical Center in

Jacksonville, Fla. with her husband, her children, and her brothers and sisters at her bedside. She was born Feb. 16, 1936 in

Waycross. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas "Buck" Crosby and Lillie Melvin Crosby; her first husband, D.L.

Corbett, and her brother, Wayne Crosby. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where she was an usher and an

active member of the Council of Catholic Women. She was a homemaker and mother, and attended Wacona High School. She is

survived by her devoted husband, Rufus Virgel Pittman, of Waycross; her children Marrion C. Phipps (Tom), of Baltimore, Md.,

Wanda C. Petersen (Roney), David Corbett, Mary C. Foster (Garry), all of Waycross, Gaines Pittman and Lorna P. Mullis (David),

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both of Valdosta, Debbie Pittman, of Bluefield, W.Va.; her sisters Bernice C. Knowles (Howard), of Folkston, Delores C. Kesler

(Buford), of Baxley; her brothers Tommy Crosby (Carol), of Homerville, and David Crosby (Marylyn), of Hazelhurst; her

grandchildren, Robby Ham (Sara), of Centreville, Va., Deborah Holmes (Bryan), of Alpharetta, David Ham (Jessica), of San

Antonio, Texas, David Corbett, of Blackshear, Matthew Thrift (Sarah Rogers), of Atlanta, Joshua Thrift, Sarah Petersen and

Elizabeth Petersen, all of Waycross, Jennifer Grant (Patrick), of Raleigh, N.C., Joshua Mullis, Kelly Mullis and J.P. Mullis, all of

Valdosta; eight great-grandchildren; a loving nephew, Boog Knowles, of Folkston; many other special nieces and nephews; her

best friend and cousin, Betty Crosby Waters, of Waycross; and other relatives. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice

Satilla, 317 Plant Ave., Waycross, Ga., St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 2011 Darling Ave., Waycross, Ga., or the Okefenokee

Humane Society, 1501 Blackwell St., Waycross, Ga. 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PITTMAN, Eddie Pittman


HOMERVILLE — Eddie Pittman, age 89, passed away Wednesday (Jan. 31, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health, Waycross, following

a short illness. He was born Sept. 18, 1928, in Homerville, to the late Floyd Samuel Pittman and Viola Pittman Pittman. He

worked for Container Corporation as a mechanic and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Homerville Free

Will Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Henry Pittman Sr., Ira Pittman and Elmer Pittman. Survivors

are two daughters and sons-in-law, Laurelle (Snooky) Griffis of Homerville, Amelia (Carl) Sutton of Blackshear; two sons and

daughters-in-law, Edmond (Donna) Pittman of Live Oak, FL, and Archie (Michelle) Pittman of Homerville; one sister, Thelma

Miller of Kentucky; two brothers, Samuel Floyd Pittman and James Barney Pittman both of Homerville; 11 grandchildren; 20

great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Homerville Free Will Baptist

Church. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Edgar Jefferson Pittman Jr.


Edgar Jefferson “Buddy” Pittman Jr., age 71, died Friday (April 22, 2016) at his residence in Waycross following an extended

illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. He was a member of Living River Church of God in Blackshear and

former salesman with Perritt Dairy. He also served in the United States Army. He was a son of the late Edgar Jefferson

Pittman Sr. and Louise Proctor Pittman. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Janie Mae Stokes Pittman, and second wife,

Vivian Kaye Walker Pittman. He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Violet Richardson, Carolyn Pittman and Mary

Pittman Raulerson, and two brothers, James Edgar Pittman and Don Pittman. He is survived by 2 sons, Robert Jefferson

(Jennifer) Pittman of Waycross, and Rocky Jefferson (Alisha) Pittman of Blackshear; 4 grandchildren, Kiesha (Evan) Strickland

of Waycross, and Harlee Griffis, Hayden Griffis, and Hart Griffis all three of Blackshear; 2 great-grandchildren, Ally

Strickland and Easton Strickland; 3 sisters, Wanis (Gene) Crews of Waycross, Dorothy (Odis) Waldron of Jesup, and Ruthy

(Clint) Taylor of Tennessee; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Sunday (April 24, 2016) at Living River Church

of God. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his memory to

Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

PITTMAN, Edith Rebecca Jordan Pittman

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia February 15, 2012)

Mrs. Edith Rebecca Jordan Pittman, 73, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2012, in Clinch Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Pittman

was born February 13, 1938, in Ware County, to the late Kenneth Rosco Jordan and Edith Daisy Smith Jordan. She was a

homemaker and attended Fruitland Church of God. She was preceded in death by one sister, Edna Long and one brother, Jimmy

Jordan. Survivors are her husband, R.B. Pittman of Homerville; one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Jimmy Smith; one son

and daughter -in-law, Neil and Debbie Pittman all of Homerville; one sister, Alice Holmes of Briceville, Fla.; one brother, Alfred

Eugene Jordan of Jacksonville, Fla.; six grandchildren, Blake and Kristen Pittman, Kyle and Tori Pittman, Erin Pittman, Greer and

Stephanie Smith, Megan and Dustin O'Neal, and Ali Smith; eight great-grandchildren, Lily-Ana Pittman, Jonah Pittman, Braydee

Pittman, Tucker Pittman, Kellan Smith, Raife O'Neal, Gavin Coleman and Garrison Coleman; and several other relative. Services

for Mrs. Pittman were held Friday, February 10, 2012, at 3 p.m. from New Vision Church of God. Officiating was Rev. Jerry

Baldree, Rev. Joey Copeland, and Rev. Keith Chauncey. Interment was in Pine Forest Cemetery. Active pallbearers were Blake

Pittman, Kyle Pittman, Greer Smith, Dustin O'Neal, Brent Coleman and Michael Murry. Honorary pallbearers were Fruitland

Church family, Albert Thornton, and Hubert and Bronna Hendrix. Blake Pittman sang, "Midnight Cry", Greer Smith sang, "Lead

Me Home", W.G. Smith sang, "If We Never Meet Again" and Lily-Ana Pittman read a poem. Sympathy may be expressed by

signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

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Emmie Altman Pittman, age 86, of Hoboken, died Monday (May 16, 2016) at her residence after an extended illness. She was

born in Hoboken to the late Riley Altman and Mary Jane Griffin Altman. She made Hoboken her home for her entire life. She

was a dedicated housewife who loved to cook and work with her flowers in her garden. She loved animals, especially her dogs.

More than anything, she loved her family and any time she was able to spend with them. She was a member of Grace Community

Church of God in Hoboken where she taught Sunday school for many years. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death

by her husband, Joe B. Pittman, a granddaughter, Annette Roberts Bell, and her brothers and sisters, Irene Merritt, Harley

Altman, Silas Altman, Noah Altman, Robert Altman, Rosa Mae Griffin, Nora Bell Wilson, Magdeline Altman and infant twins. She

is survived by 5 children, Anna Sue (Alvin) Roberts of Blackshear, Robert (Betty) Pittman of Hoboken, J.R. (Margaret) Pittman

of Hoboken, Jerry (Janice) Pittman of Hoboken, Rena Fay (Billy Ray) Martin of Hoboken; 14 grandchildren, 22 great-

grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren; 3 sisters-in-law, Gennie Altman of Woodbine, Evelyn Lynn of Hoboken, Gerella

(Huey) Henderson of Manor; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at Grace Community

Church of God in Hoboken. Burial will follow in Hoboken City Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Florance Marion Tyson Pittman


BLACKSHEAR — Florance Marion Tyson Pittman, age 88, of Blackshear, formerly of White Oak, passed away Tuesday (Aug. 18,

2015) at the Pierce County Nursing Home. Born in DeLand, FL, Jan. 7, 1927, she lived most of her life in St. Marys and White

Oak. She was a homemaker but also worked at the Suwanee Store in St. Marys for a period of time. She loved to read and sew.

She also loved to fish and had been the caretaker at the Douglas Fish Camp for a number of years. She and her late husband

always enjoyed having their family get together over the Easter and Thanksgiving holidays. Their children and grandchildren will

always cherish those memories. She was a daughter of the late William Wiley and Susie Bell Brown Tyson. She was also

preceded in death by her husband, Earnest Clarence Pittman, a daughter, Carol Kennison, two grandsons, Buddy Strickland and

John Kennison, a sister, Dot Williamson, and a brother, William Wiley Tyson Jr. Survivors include 2 daughters, Bobbie (James)

Williamson of Mershon, and Vicki Sue Harris of Blackshear; 1 sister, Jeannette (Ted) Harris of Brunswick; 2 brothers, Charles

Tyson of Waycross, and David (Fran) Tyson of Jesup; 1 sister-in-law, Carol Jean Tyson of Walthourville; 1 brother-in-law,

Tommy Williamson of White Oak; 6 grandchildren, Richard Kennison, Terry (Pam) Strickland, Amy Thornton, Steven Harris,

Scott (Stacey) Harris, and Stephanie Harris; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The

funeral will be Saturday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Blackshear City Cemetery. Memorials may be made

to either the Building Fund or to the River Lot for Patterson Baptist Church, 5770 E. Main St., Patterson, GA 31557. Pearson-

Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

PITTMAN, Gaines Pittman


Gaines Pittman, 55, died Friday (May 29, 2009) at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta after a lengthy illness. He was a

native and lived most his life in Waycross before moving to Valdosta six years ago. He was preceded in death by his mother,

Grace Elvira Music Pittman, and his step-mother, Earnestine C. Pittman. He was a member of Winona Park United Methodist

Church of Waycross and New Covenant Church in Valdosta. He was active in the Wednesday Night Home Church Group in

Valdosta and the Y. M. C. A. Challenger League. He was an avid fan of the Ware County Gator and Valdosta Wildcat Football

teams. Gaines never met a stranger and he had the gift of spreading sunshine everywhere he went. He was a former machine

operator with the sheltered workshop. Survivors include his father, Virgel Pittman, of Waycross; five sisters, Debbie Pittman,

of Bluefield, W. Va., Lorna Mullis (husband David), of Valdosta, Marrion C. Phipps (husband Tom), of Baltimore, Md., Wanda C.

Petersen (husband Roney), of Waycross, and Mary C. Foster (husband Gary), of Waycross; a brother, David Corbett, of

Waycross; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Music

Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Kettle Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 Tuesday evening at

Music Funeral Home. Sympathy can be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.

PITTMAN, Henry Herman Pittman, Jr.


Mr. Henry Herman “Hank” Pittman, Jr., age 61, of North Wilkesboro, NC, died Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Wake Forest

University Baptist Medical Center. He was born October 2, 1948 in Homerville, to Henry Herman Pittman, Sr. and Clara Holmes

Pittman. Mr. Pittman was a US Army Veteran, serving in Vietnam. He worked 40 years as a cable TV splicer and worked all over

the United States. He was a hard worker, and very dedicated to his wife and children. Mr. Pittman was preceded in death by his

parents, and his first wife, Alva Ilene Pittman. Surviving are his wife, Mary Nixon Pittman of the home; one son, Henry Herman

Pittman III “Trey” of the home; five daughters, Leanne Davis and husband Mike of Vancouver, Washington, Lawanda Bates and

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companion Jamie Rogers of Indiana, Leila Pittman and companion Mike Lampkin of Homerville, Sarah Shaffner of the home,

Lauren Pittman of the home; three sisters, Thelma White and husband Randall, Faye Hendricks and husband Andy all of

Homerville, Debra Weatherly and husband Chuck of Newberry, SC; stepmother, Juanita Pittman of Homerville; and seven

grandchildren. Memorial services with military rites by VFW Post 1142 were held Sunday, November 29, 2009 at Miller Funeral

Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Hank Pittman Memorial Fund for his children, Wachovia Bank, 211 Elkin

Highway, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Miller Funeral Service in North Wilkesboro is in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Henry Herman Pittman, Sr.


Henry Herman Pittman, Sr., 79, passed away Monday, April 6, 2009, at the South Georgia Medical Center, of Valdosta. Mr.

Pittman was born March 29, 1930 in Clinch County, to the late Samuel Floyd Pittman and Viola Howling Pittman. He was employed

by Union Camp/ International as a woodsman. He was a member of the New Vision Church of God and preached at the nursing

home until 2003. He was a Veteran of the US Army. Rev. Pittman was preceded in death by his first wife, Clara Pittman; two

granddaughters, Dianne Counts, and Brandy Graham; a grandson, Bartley White; a great-grandson, Earnest Counts; and a

brother, Elmer Pittman. Survivors are his wife, Evelyn Juanita G. Pittman of Homerville; three daughters and sons-in-law,

Thelma “Ricky” and Randall White, Faye and Andy Hendricks all of Homerville, Deborah and Charles Weatherly of Newberry, SC;

three step-daughters and stepsons-in-law, Delores and Jim Lee of Homerville, Donna and Virgel Sears of Davenport, FL, Linda

and Sheldon Hartley of Argyle; a son and daughter-in-law, Henry and Beth Pittman, Jr. of North Wilkesboro, NC; two-step-sons

and a step-daughter-in-law, Sean Arnold of Homerville, Mike and Tori Arnold of Angelton, Texas; a sister, Thelma Miller of

Paducha, KY; four brothers, Eddie Pittman, Samuel Pittman, Ira Pittman, and James Pittman, all of Homerville; 26 grandchildren;

27 great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. Services for Rev. Pittman were held Thursday, April 9, 2009 at p.m. from

the New Vision Church of God. Interment followed in the Shiloh Southern Congregational Methodist Church Cemetery.

Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Pittman Family.

PITTMAN, Ira Pittman Sr.

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia April 4, 2012)

Mr. Ira Pittman, Sr., passed away Friday, March 30, 2012, in the South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, following an extended

illness. Mr. Pittman was born July 21, 1940, in Clinch County to the late Floyd Pittman and Viola Howling Pittman. He was a

retired pulpwooder. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ida Lillian Holmes Pittman and a daughter, Annette Pittman.

Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Betty Sue and Johnnie Hendrick of Homerville; two sons, Bobby Pittman, and

Floyd Pittman both of Homerville; one sister, Thelma Miller of Paducah, Ky.; three brothers and sister-in-law, James and

Sophronia Pittman, Samuel Pittman and Eddie Pittman, all of Homerville; four grandchildren, Steven Hendrick, Becky Hendrick,

Little Johnnie Hendrick and Rachel Pittman and several other relatives. Services for Mr. Pittman were held Monday, April 2,

2012, at 11 a.m. from the Chapel of Roundtree Funeral Home. Interment was in the Shiloh Church Cemetery. Sympathy may be

expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PITTMAN, Ivey Pittman


Mr. Ivey Pittman, 67, died suddenly Sunday, December 13, 2009, at his residence in Manor. He was a native of Clinch County but

had lived in Manor for the past 41 years. He was the son of the late Don Pittman and Annie Mercer Pittman. He was retired

from GATX. Survivors include his wife, Billy Faye Pittman of Waycross; a daughter, Pamela James and husband Raymond of

Manor; two sons, Donnie Pittman and Derek Lane Pittman and wife Ashley Altman all of Manor; a grandson, Derek Lane Pittman;

three sisters, Audrey Bass and husband James of Valdosta, Nell Spradley and husband Buddy, and Mary Lou Mathis and husband

Pete all of Homerville; two brothers, L.B. Pittman and wife Christine and Mose "Buddy" Piittman and wife Mary all of Homerville;

and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at Ramah Cemetery in Clinch

County.

PITTMAN, Ivy Dell Pittman


Mrs. Ivy Dell Pittman age 68 of Pearson, GA passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, at Smith Northview Hospital in Valdosta,

GA following a short illness. A native of Jeff Davis County, Mrs. Pittman was born September 18, 1941 daughter of Ed and Ruby

Lee Taylor Turner. She was a homemaker and a member of Sweetwater United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband

Doyland Pittman of Pearson, GA; 3 sons: James Harold (Lou Dean) Wooten of Brunswick, GA, Bruce (Lisa) Wooten of Kirkland,

GA and Darren Wooten of LaGrange, GA; 1 daughter: Diane Adams of Brunswick, GA; 2 step-daughters: Cheryl (Doc) Jackson of

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Pearson, GA and Betty Gail Lott of Douglas, GA; 2 sisters: Queenie Adams of Brunswick, GA and Eula Lee Hardy of Nahunta, GA;

10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Pittman were Friday, April

30, 2010, at Sweetwater United Methodist Church in Pearson, GA. The interment followed in the Axson Cemetery in Axson, GA.

Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Jacob Pittman


Jacob “Jake” Pittman, age 65, of Hoboken, died Tuesday (Jan. 13, 2015) at Southeast Georgia Health Systems after a brief

illness. He was born in Waycross to the late James Pittman and Edna Oliver Pittman. He made Ware and Brantley counties his

home for his entire life. He was a skilled carpenter who worked for many years building for various companies. He was an avid

animal lover and took great care of all animals he encountered, especially his dogs and chickens. He loved his family. He loved his

granddaughter, Sydney, and any time he was able to spend with her. He enjoyed cooking for family and friends and will forever

be remembered as always having something ready to eat anytime someone would visit him. Along with his parents, he was

preceded in death by his wife, Gina Pittman, and two brothers, Robert L. Pittman and James Edward Pittman. He is survived by 1

daughter, Jennifer Pittman (Alex) Harrelson, of Waynesville; 1 son, Jay Pittman, of Hoboken; a granddaughter, Sydney

Harrelson, of Waynesville; 1 brother, Dan (Eloise) Smith Jr., of Plant City, FL; 6 sisters, Alene (James) Wingo, of Plant City, FL,

Alvena (Bill) Music, Dot Smith, Betty (Raymond) King, Wanda (Jim) Lee, Modena (Charles) Corbitt, all five of Waycross; special

cousins, John and Virgil Oliver; special niece, Marissa Tatum; mother-in-law, Jennie Sellers, of Blackshear; brother-in-law,

Jason Sapp, of Blackshear; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is handling the

arrangements.

PITTMAN, James Daniel Pittman


James Daniel “Dan” Pittman, age 78, died Thursday (Dec. 31, 2015) at his brother’s residence following an extended illness. He

was born in Clinch County but had lived in Waycross all of his life. He was a retired Health Inspector with the State of Georgia

and a beekeeper for Sue Bee Honey. He was also a member of Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. He was a son of the

late Joseph Edgar Pittman and Jessie Mae Henderson Pittman. He is survived by his brother, Gerald (Carolyn) Pittman of

Waycross; 3 nieces and nephews, Greg (Rose) Pittman of Manor, Debra (Al) Denmark of Waycross, and Wayne (Teresa) Pittman

of Blackshear; 16 great-nieces and great-nephews, Dannon Pittman, Jessie (Kaylan) Pittman, Zack Pittman, Shelby Pittman, Will

Thrift, Clay (Mikel) James, Kelly (Lanier) Griffis, Brice (Jennifer) Denmark, Brett (Paige) Denmark, Taylor (Kyra) Denmark,

Wayne (Lacy) Pittman, Rachel (Garrett) Daniel, Chris Pittman, Brandon Pittman, Brad Fitzgerald and Samantha Fitzgerald; and

17 great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, Bryson Pittman, Jace James, Mason Bean, Maddox Bean, Brylie Griffis, Hamp

Griffis, Brickson Denmark, Aniston Denmark, Tate Denmark, Kayden Denmark, Dax Denmark, Kaylah Pittman, Addison Pittman,

Natalie Pittman, Hannah Pittman, Luke Daniel and Gage Daniel. A funeral will be Sunday at Suwannee Chapel Church of God of

Prophecy. Burial will follow in Suwannee Chapel Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

PITTMAN, James Lavelle Pittman Sr.


James Lavelle Pittman Sr., age 90, passed away peacefully Friday (March 1, 2019) at home. He was preceded in death by his

wife, Eva Dell Pittman, and his parents, James Harvey and Agnes Pittman. He is survived by his four children, Ann Fosburgh of

Bloomingdale, James Pittman of Statesboro, Connie (Tom) Black of Macon, and Ronnie (Lisa) Pittman of Statesboro; eight

grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; his brother, William Lamar Pittman; and sister, Jeanette Clark, both of Waycross. He

grew up in Waycross, and began working for the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad when he was just 16. He began his career as an

apprentice, and made railroad mechanic by the time he was 17. Throughout his 45 year career, he held many other positions

including car inspector. He was employed by ACL, Seaboard Coastline, Savannah Atlanta Railroads and CSX. He and his family

spent many years in Savannah and Waycross, with a brief stint in Augusta, before making his last move to Savannah with CSX

Railroad in the late 1960s. In 1975, Lavelle and Eva Dell bought a home in Ellabell. In August 2017, as his health began to

decline, he moved to Macon with his daughter Connie and her husband Tom. He enjoyed being in church with their congregation,

going out to lunch and an occasional shopping trip with Connie and some of the grands and great-grands. He loved to sing hymns

while Connie and his grandson Greg played the piano. During the final weeks of his life, he refused to be sad or worried about

his future. Instead, he sang the hymns that he loved so much, prayed for his family and faced each day with joy. He was known

to his railroad coworkers as “the preacher man.” He always believed in the importance of doing things right. By being the

honorable man he was, he was able to share his faith by the kind of life that he lived. He passed that strong work ethic down to

his children by being their example. He delighted his children and grandchildren with his railroad stories and by mimicking the

sound of a train whistle. After he retired from CSX in 1991, he continued to work. He helped many of the elderly in Pembroke

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and surrounding areas by cutting their grass and doing small handyman jobs for folks who couldn’t afford a professional. He and

his wife, Eva Dell, also helped many people get to their doctor’s appointments and hospital visits even as far as Augusta. Lavelle

loved Eva Dell faithfully and unconditionally for 65 years. No one ever heard him say a cross word to her. She often said what

she thought, and he just smiled. She didn’t pull any punches, but he never let it bother him too much. He would just laugh and

tease her. They seemed to be the perfect balance, and the Lord continued to bless their love and commitment to each other.

His life forever changed when he lost her in 2012, but he remained confident that he would see her again one day. His four

children never outgrew calling him “Daddy.” With God’s help, their Daddy always found a way to provide for their family. When

his car broke down once, he rode a bicycle into town to get the parts to fix it so he would be able to go to work the next day. He

taught them how to love the Lord and the meaning of faith. In their eyes, there would never be another man quite like their

Daddy. To his fellow church members and friends, he was known as Brother Pittman. He was a longtime member and deacon of

the Savannah Church God of Prophecy. His love for the Lord was clear, and he was always willing to lend a hand to work at his

church. He was instrumental in getting a new church built for the Savannah congregation. The journey was a long one, but he

said that God tested them to build their faith throughout the process. His pastor, the Rev. Mark Minter, said Brother Pittman

was his biggest supporter and encouraged him to continue the building program when it seemed impossible. The new church,

Bloomingdale Fellowship Church of God of Prophecy, was completed in 2001. His mark and contribution will never be forgotten.

By the time his first grandchild was born, he became known as Papa. He was everything you would think a Papa should be. He was

the Papa who hooked his trailer up to his lawn mower to take them for a ride, and the Papa who let them drink coffee right out

of his cup. He never lavished them with expensive toys, but he let them run through his garden sprinklers until their skin stung.

He gave them free reign of his yard to ride bikes and play games, and he took them swimming in Black Creek. He taught them

how to pick, wash, peel, shuck and shell everything he grew in his garden. He’s the one who taught them how to chew sugar cane,

eat cane syrup with their biscuit, and how much salt was needed on a slice of watermelon. He taught them how to enjoy the

simple things, and now that they are older, they realize those small simple things really were the big things. He was truly one of

the finest men they have ever known. To say this place will never be the same without him here would be an understatement. His

family and friends will miss his smile, laughter and humor. They will miss his gentleness and his advice. They will even miss the

sound of him shaking the ice in his tea glass and how he enjoyed a good cup of coffee. They will certainly miss his prayers and

his hugs. But even through their grief, they are comforted. Their lives have been enriched with so much joy for so many years

thanks to him. They are all better people for having known him and loved him. His coffee cup may be empty now, but he left

their hearts full. The funeral will be at Bloomingdale Fellowship Church of God of Prophecy. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Abbey

West. Flanders Morrison Funeral Home and Crematory of Pembroke is in charge of arrangements.

PITTMAN, James P. Pittman


James P. “Buddy” Pittman, 71, a resident of Perry, passed away on December 16, 2009 in Tallahassee. Mr. Pittman was born

February 18, 1938 to Mr. Homer Pittman and the former Ms. Ossie Edenfield. He had lived here as a child, before going to

Miami. He returned here in 1984. Mr. Pittman was Veteran of the U.S. Navy; he retired from the city of Miami as a Heavy

Equipment Operator. He is preceded in death by his wife Mrs. Lisa Pittman. Survivors include his wife of 15 years Ruth Pittman

of Perry; sons Mike Pittman, John Bethea, Roy Adams, Jerry Adams; daughters Julie Finch, Theresa Dollar, Glenda Cobb,

Sherrie Padgett, Charlotte Melnick, Brenda Winseck; a sister Carol Hodges of Perry; numerous grandchildren and great

grandchildren as well as a host of nieces and nephews also survive him. A visitation will be held Saturday, Decembe 19, 2009 at

Joe P. Burns Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at Pisgah Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Jeffie Saralyn Pittman


Jeffie Saralyn Pittman, 83, of Waycross, died Monday (July 24, 2006) afternoon at Satilla Regional Medical Center. She was

born in West Green to the late William A. Martin and Sarah Ward Martin. She moved to Waycross at the age of nine and

graduated from Waycross High School in 1940. She was a homemaker and a member of Crossview Church of God of Prophecy.

At Crossview, she was active in the Dorcas Club, taught Sunday School, served as youth director and ministered by her service

in various other church offices and jobs. She was preceded in death by her husband, John T. Pittman Sr.; a grandchild, Frankie

Harrell; and four brothers, W.A. Martin, Virgil Martin, Hubert Martin and Ward Martin. She is survived by her children,

Latrelle Ellis (Robert), of Blackshear, Peggy Davis, of Waycross, John T. Pittman Jr. (Kay), of Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the Rev.

Steve Pittman (Dianne), of Jacksonville, Fla.; her grandchildren, Becky Theriault (Tim), of North Pole, Alaska, Michael Harrell

(Sandy), of Waycross, Brian Harrell (Lisa), of Waycross, Charles C. "David" Davis Jr., of Huntsville, Ala., Kellie Saxon (Tommy),

of Waycross, Stacie Gosnell (David), of Greenville, S.C., John T. Pittman III (Alpa), of Pigeon Forge, Tenn., Tina Meyers (Mike),

of Jacksonville, Fla., Chris Pittman (Toni), of Waycross; 24 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mina Hendrix (Bill), of Valdosta; and

numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Crossview Church of God of

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Prophecy. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening from 6 to 8 at the Miles-Odum

Funeral Home. Sympathy may be expressed by signing online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com

PITTMAN, Jesse Eugene Pittman Sr.


Jesse Eugene Pittman Sr., age 59, died Wednesday (June 28, 2017) at his residence following an extended illness. He was a

native of Homerville but lived all of his life in the Ruskin Community of Ware County. He was the son of the late J.W. Pittman

and Mary Alma Thomas Pittman Yarbrough. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Gary Lamar Pittman. He was a former

machine operator with B&M Wood Products of Manor and also worked as a welder with Huey’s Welding at Millwood. He was the

assistant scout master with Troup 301 of the Boy Scouts of America. He is remembered by his family as a good man and a

devoted father, grandfather and brother. Survivors include two sons, Jesse Eugene “Charlie” Pittman Jr. and David Wayne

(Jessica Robyn Pittman) Pittman of Waycross; three granddaughters, Alexis Shyanne Pittman, Skylar Jade Pittman and

Way’Lynn Sage Pitman, all of Waycross; two sisters, Anita (Allen) Music of Waycross, and Sherry (Tim) Griggs of Douglas; two

brothers, Robert Pittman and Terry “Bug” Yarbrough, both of Waycross; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorialization will be

by cremation. A memorial service will be scheduled at a future date. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PITTMAN, Jessie Mae Henderson Pittman


Jessie Mae Pittman, age 96, died Wednesday night (May 20, 2015) at her residence in Waycross following an extended illness.

She was born in Clinch County but resided most of her life in Ware County. She was the owner and operator of a honey bee

business and a member of Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. She was a daughter of the late Jim Henderson and Eliza

Beverly Henderson. She was married to the late Joseph Edgar Pittman. She is survived by 2 sons, Dan Pittman and Gerald

(Carolyn) Pittman, both of Waycross; 3 grandchildren, Greg (Rose) Pittman of Manor, Debra (Al) Denmark of Waycross, and

Wayne (Teresa) Pittman of Blackshear; 16 great-grandchildren, Dannon Pittman, Jessie Pittman, Zack Pittman, Shelby Pittman,

Will Thrift, Clay James (Sarah), Kelly J. Griffis (Lanier), Brice Denmark (Jennifer), Brett Denmark (Paige), Taylor Denmark

(Kyra), Wayne Pittman Jr. (Lacy), Rachel Daniel (Garrett), Chris Pittman, Brandon Pittman, Brad Fitzgerald and Samantha

Fitzgerald; 16 great-great-grandchildren, Bryson Pittman, Brylie Anna Griffis, Jace James, Mason Bean, Maddox Bean, Tate

Denmark, Brickson Denmark, Kayden Denmark, Dax Denmark, Aniston Denmark, Kaylah Pittman, Addison Pittman, Natalie

Pittman, Hannah Pittman, Luke Daniel and Gage Daniel; four sisters, Doris Pittman, of Waycross, Nadine Godfrey, of Waycross,

Ruth L. Strickland (Claude), of Kingsland, Lowana McCllean, of Kingsland; 1a brother, Frank (Pauline) Henderson of Waycross;

and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday (May 23, 2015) at Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy.

Burial will follow in Suwannee Chapel Cemetery.

PITTMAN, L. C. Pittman


L. C. Pittman, age 64, died June 27th in a Tampa Hospital where he had been a patient for two weeks. Mr. Pittman was engaged in

the hotel business here as manager of the Pittman Hotel. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Gilbert Parker, of Tampa; two sons,

Kirk Pittman, of Madison; and Bill Pittman, of Brunswick, GA; one brother, J. D. Pittman, of Thomasville; three sisters, Mrs. D. A.

Sapp and Mrs. D. N. McKinnon, of Brunswick; and Mrs. McGoogan, of Jacksonville. Also nine grandchildren survive. Funeral

services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Pineland Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Leonard Joseph Pittman


The Rev. Leonard Joseph Pittman, age 82, died Tuesday (Nov. 21, 2017) at his son’s residence following a short illness. He was a

native of Brunswick, but lived most of his life in Ware County. He graduated from Manor High School and started preaching

when he was 15 years old. He was the pastor of Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy for 37 years, served as district

overseer for District 2 and also served on various committees in the Church of God of Prophecy in the state of Georgia. He was

the son of the Rev. Melvin Samuel Pittman and Velma King Pittman. He was the husband of the late Betty Ann Ruis Pittman. He

was also preceded in death by his daughter, Teresa Griffin, and his twin brother, Lonnie Pittman. He is survived by his son, Joey

(Liss) Pittman of Waycross; three grandchildren, Tyler (Dana) Griffin of Cameron, NC, Alejandro Pittman of Waycross, and

Valeria Pittman of Waycross; a great-grandson, Avery Griffin; a son-in-law, Rick (Penny) Griffin of Griffin; a sister-in- law,

Bobbie Nell Pittman of Waycross; a niece, Sheila (Lawton) Walker; a nephew, Bill (Susan) Pittman; and several nieces, nephews

and other relatives. A funeral will be held Saturday at Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. Burial will follow in the

Suwannee Chapel Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PITTMAN, Lonnie W. Pittman


Lonnie W. Pittman, age 79, died Friday (March 27, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities surrounded by his wife,

children and twin brother, following a short illness. He was a native of Brunswick but was a life-long resident of Ware County.

He was the son of the late Melvin Samuel Pittman and Velma King Pittman. He was also preceded in death by his step-mother,

Emma Cox Pittman. He was a graduate of Manor High School. He was the longest living member of Suwannee Chapel Church of

God of Prophecy where he served as the Sunday school superintendent for 45 years, a deacon for nearly 40 years and served as

song leader for many years. He also served on the State Church of God of Prophecy Finance Committee for several years. He

was the former owner of Pittman Trucking Company, Manor Timber Company and was named as a Ware County Master Tree

Farmer Award recipient. He was also an avid fisherman. Survivors include his wife, Bobbie N. Thrift Pittman of Waycross; a

daughter, Sheila P. (Lawton) Walker; a son, Bill (Susan) Pittman of Atlanta; 5 grandchildren, Jake Walker, Caroline Walker,

William Pittman, Anna Pittman and Samuel Pittman; a brother, Leonard Pittman, of Waycross; and a nephew, Joey (Liz) Pittman

of Waycross. A funeral will be Monday at Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. Burial will be in the Suwannee Chapel

Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PITTMAN, Louie S. Pittman


Louie S. Pittman, age 72, passed away in his sleep Monday (Feb. 9, 2015) at his residence. He was born Oct. 18, 1942, in

Homerville, son of the late Clifton F. Pittman and Hattie Capps Pittman. He was a beekeeper by trade and carrier for the

Valdosta Daily Times in his later years. He enjoyed fishing, his garden and most of all spending time around the table with his

children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Clifton Pittman Jr., Marcus Pittman, Oswald Pittman,

Paul Pittman and Arthur Pittman, and three sisters, Mary Emma Pittman, Reba Pittman Wactor and Margie Pittman. Survivors

are his wife of 49 years, Brenda Suggs Pittman, of Homerville; 1 son and a daughter-in-law, Matt (Lisa) Pittman, of Homerville; 2

daughters and son-in-law, Denise (Scott) Chesser, of Hortense, and Anita Stalvey, of Nashville; 4 grandchildren, Slade Pittman,

Gage Stalvey, Torie Chesser and Emily Chesser; 1 sister, Dorothy Kelly, of Bradenton, FL; a number of nieces, nephews and

other relatives. A graveside service will be in the Antioch Church Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PITTMAN, Marilyn Dixon Pittman


Marilyn Dixon Pittman, age 83, of Waycross, died Wednesday (Sept. 9, 2015) at Satilla Care Center after an extended illness.

She was born in Pierce County to the late James Strickland Dixon and Sarah Proctor Dixon. She made Waycross her home for

most of her life. She was a devoted housewife and mother who loved caring for and spending time with her family, especially her

grandchildren. She enjoyed working with her husband in her rose garden at home and will always be remembered by her family

as an exceptional cook. She was an active member of Second Baptist Church, where she worked in the nursery for many years

and was a member of the Faithful Sunday School class, and the Sunshine Group. Along with her parents, she was preceded in

death by her daughter, Barbara Hines, her grandson, Dustin Riggins, five sisters, Aline Keller, Nell Strickland, Mae Edgel, Lucille

Dixon, Grace Altman and three brothers, Jim Dixon, Eustace Dixon and Billy Dixon. She is survived by her husband of 63 years,

Jack Pittman of Waycross; 1 daughter, Beth (David) Riggins of Blackshear; 6 grandchildren, Damon (Christina) Riggins, Daren

Riggins, Hayley (John) Hood, Hillary (Adam) Wilson, Lindsay (Bill) Washa, Carly (Matt) Harman; 9 great-grandchildren, Kaylee

Riggins, Ayla Riggins, Hunter Hood, Grady Hood, Baritt Hood, Trevor Wilson, Parker Wilson, Anna Belle Wilson, Mason Harman; 3

sisters, Ernestine (Hugh) Langford of Brunswick, Crystal Gardner of Waycross, Eleanor Carter of Waycross; 1 brother, Kenneth

(Sue) Dixon of Macon; her former son-in-law, Rusty Hines (wife, Ann) of Jacksonville, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and

other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Second Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum

Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Second Baptist Church, “Youth Fund,” 301

Tomberlin Road, Waycross, GA 31501.

PITTMAN, Martha Lou Pittman

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, February 10, 2010)

Mrs. Martha Lou Pittman, 70, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010, at Clinch Health Care. Mrs. Pittman was born October

22, 1939, in Glennville, GA to the late Walter Holcombe and Laura Todd Holcombe. She was retired from Clinch County Board of

Education, where she worked in the cafeteria, and attended the Church of God. Mrs. Pittman was preceded by her husband,

Mose Evral Pittman and son, Hank Pittman. Survivors are a daughter and son-in-law, Doreen Jewel (Jack) of DuPont; three sons

and daughters-in-law, Leonard Pittman (Paula), Alan Pittman (Juanita), and Billy Holcombe (Barbara) all of Fargo; a sister and

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brother-in-law, Jane Griffi s (Buddy) of Jacksonville; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Jesse Holcombe (Glenda) and R. L.

Holcombe of Frankland, LA; 13 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. Services for Mrs. Pittman

were held Sunday, January 31, 2010, at Fargo Church of God. Interment was in the Mt. Pleasant Church Cemetery, in Pearson.

Roundtree Funeral Home served the Pittman family.

PITTMAN, Mary Virginia Pittman


Mary Virginia Pittman, age 62, passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2012 at Doctors Memorial Hospital. She was born in Port

St. Joe, Florida to the late Charlie Franklin Causey Sr. and the former Mary Martha Bridges Causey. Mrs. Pittman was a lifelong

resident of Perry, and worked as a waitress for many years. She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending

time with her family, especially her grandchildren. In her spare time she enjoyed spending time outdoors and listening to the

radio. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louie Pittman in 1995. She is survived by her mother Mary Martha Causey, a

son, John Causey and wife Sherry, all of Perry, FL, a daughter, Trisha Buckley and husband Lee, of Leesburg, GA, a sister,

Marlene Mosley, of Perry, FL, (3) grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Graveside- Services will

be held at Pisgah Cemetery on Monday, November 26, 2012. No visitation will be held.

PITTMAN, Mattie Louise Pittman


Funeral for Mattie Louise Pittman, 86, who died Sunday (April 30, 2006), will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Mt. Pleasant

Baptist Church with Chaplain Captain Gerald Harvey, of Valdosta, officiating. She was a native of Sasser (Terrell County). She

lived in Waycross for many years before moving to Valdosta in 1997. Her parents were the late James and Eveline Ellis Clark.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Ida Mae Laidler, and a brother-in-law, Robert Lee Laidler. She was a longtime member of

New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Saundra D. Pittman, of Valdosta; a foster daughter, Miriam

Carey, of Waycross; two great-grandchildren, Steve and Kiara; two sisters-in-law, Nellie Lou Pittman, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and

Dorothy Pittman, of Miami, Fla.; cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Becton, of Detroit, Mich., Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Aker, of Orlando,

Fla., the Hester family of Tifton, and the Laidler family, of Lakeland, Fla.; several nieces, nephews and other relatives; and

special friends, Inez Hodges, of Waycross, and the late C.J. Lane family. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday. The body will

be taken to the church at 9 a.m. Saturday. The funeral cortege will leave the family home at 910 Marion St. at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday. Burial will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are with Fluker Funeral Home.

PITTMAN, Melvina Roberson Pittman


Melvina Roberson Pittman, age 89, passed away Saturday (Jan. 3, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following an

extended illness. She was born in Pierce County but lived most of her life in Waycross. She was a member of Sweat Memorial

Baptist Church. She was also an office clerk for J.M. Pittman Roofing Company and a homemaker. She was a daughter of the

late Andrew J. Roberson and Dorinda Dowling Roberson and was married to the late J.M. Pittman. She was also preceded in

death in death by her son, Thomas Jerry Pittman. She is survived by 3 sons, James Melvin Pittman, of Blackshear, Stanley

(Shelia) Pittman Sr., of Waycross, and Dennis (Diane) Pittman Sr., of Waycross; 1 daughter-in-law, Diane Pittman, of Brantley

County; 10 grandchildren, Danette (Terry) Davison, of Hortense, Dana (Jimmy) Cowan, of Brantley County, Dennis (Teresa)

Pittman Jr., of Jesup, Vickie Hill, of Blackshear, Glynn S. (Julie) Pittman Jr., of Chester, Jamie (Felicia) Pittman, of Waycross,

Brad (Heather) Pittman, of Waycross, Jimmy (Susan) Pittman Jr., of Blackshear, Abby (Dave) Sweat, of Waycross, and Ralph

(Amber) Pittman, of Waycross; 28 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother, William Dale Roberson, of

Canton; 1 sister, Geraldine Cox, of Blackshear; and numerous, nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral will be Tuesday at Sweat

Memorial Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Merwyn Andrew Pittman

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 16 May 2017)

Mr. Merwyn Andrew Pittman, age 68, passed away on May 20, 2017 at North Florida Regional Medical Center following an

extended illness. Mr. Pittman was born April 10, 1949 in Boston, GA to Mr. Charney Andrew Pittman and Mrs. Gladys Powers

Pittman. He honorably served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Mr. Pittman was of the Baptist

faith and worked as a dairyman for the Riley O’Steen Dairy for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents Charney Andrew Pittman and Gladys Laverne Powers, 2 brother, Billy William Pittman

and Charles Irvin Pittman, and 1 sister, Gladys Virginia Frew. He is survived by; 1 son, James D. Pittman of Tallahassee, FL; 2

brothers, Robert Pittman of Dowling Park, FL, and Paul Pittman of Lake City, FL; 6 sisters, Joann Young of Thomasville, GA,

Arlene Pittman of Moultrie, GA, Helen Lents of Mayo, Flonnie Anderson of Whigham, GA, Joyce Umphurs of Mayo, and June

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Paramore of Moultrie, GA; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family will hold a Memorial Service

Saturday June 3, 2017 at the home of Helen Lents, 343 SE CR 416, Mayo, FL. Cremation arrangements are under the care of

Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

PITTMAN, Mitchell Pittman

(Abstracted from http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/07/mitchell-pittman/)

Mitchell Pittman, age 89, of Valdosta, died at South Georgia Medical Center on Friday, July 26, 2019. Born in Naylor on

November 25, 1929, he was the son of the late Carl J. and Mollie Sauls Pittman. Mitchell attended Naylor High School and then

served in the U.S. Army. After his discharge from the Army he joined the Valdosta Police Department and served there for 37

years, retiring in 1992 as a Captain. After his retirement Mitchell worked as Bailiff for the Lowndes County Sherriff’s Office in

the Superior Court for 27 years until he retired in March of this year at the age of 89. He was a member of Open Bible Baptist

Church. Mitchell is survived by his three sons and daughters in law, Kim and Martha Pittman of Thomasville, Kevin and Wanda

Pittman, Craig and Lynn Pittman of Valdosta; seven grandchildren, Kyle (Melissa) Pittman, Scott (Kristyn) Pittman, Blake Pittman,

Ashli Pittman (Brandon) Margle, Kristopher (Brittany) Pittman, Amanda Pittman (Chad) Carter, Kristin Pittman (Dustin)

Patterson, Bailey Anderson and Presley Pittman; seven great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded

in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Minchew Pittman, sisters, Elerleen Heard, Eldora Pike, Elon Burns, brothers, Clifford

Pittman, Carroll Pittman, and Jay Pittman. Funeral services will in the chapel of the Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will

follow at Sunset Hill Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Nannie Pittman


Nannie “Doris” Pittman, age 96, died Monday (Oct. 2, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. She was formerly employed by King Edward Cigar Factory and Brockway

Container. She was a member of Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim

Henderson and Eliza Beverly Henderson, her husband, Lester Pittman, one son, Raymond Pittman, two daughters, Janice Carter

(Earl) and Charlene Cox (Edward), and five siblings, Jessie Mae Pittman, J.T. Henderson, Lewis Henderson, Floyd Henderson and

Ernie Henderson. Survivors include one daughter, Betty (James) Hall of Manor; 13 grandchildren, Ronald Cox, Deborah Herrin,

Kenneth Cox, Glenn Cox, Randall Cox, Jimmy Hall, Earl Hall, Michelle Bennett, Richard Howell, Kevin Howell, Loretta Donaldson,

Rhonda Grantham and Tonya Roberson; 23 great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Nadine Godfrey,

Ruth L. (Claude) Strickland, Lowana McClellan and Frank (Pauline) Henderson; special nephew, Colquitt Cox; and numerous nieces

and nephews. A funeral will be Thursday at Suwannee Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. Burial will follow in the church

cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PITTMAN, R. B. Pittman

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, January 2, 2013)

Mr. R. B. Pittman, 79, passed away Friday, December 28, 2012, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family, following a

extended illness. Mr. Pittman was born, May 25, 1933 in Homerville, to the late Field D. Clifton Pittman and Mary Emma Aline

Griffis Pittman. He was a retired truck driver for Delk Post Company, a veteran of the U. S. Army serving during the Korean

Conflict and attended the Fruitland Church of God. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Mrs. Edith Rebecca

Jordan Pittman, who passed away on February 8, 2012; one brother, H.C. Pittman; and one sister, Jeanette Booth. He enjoyed

farming, hunting, fishing in the Suwannee River and most of all spoiling his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors are

one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Jimmy Smith of Homerville; one son and daughter-in-law, Neil and Debbie Pittman of

Homerville, GA; six grandchildren, Blake and Kristen Pittman, Kyle and Tori Pittman, Erin Pittman, Greer and Stephanie Smith,

Megan and Dustin O’Neal, and Ali Smith and Brent Coleman; nine great-grandchildren, Lily-Ana Pittman, Jonah Pittman, Braydee

Pittman, Tucker Pittman, Jacob Pittman, Kellan Smith, Raife O’Neal, Gavin Coleman and Garrison Coleman; two sisters, Fannie

Prysock of Jonesboro, GA and Mina Mae Young of Homerville and several other relatives. Services for Mr. Pittman were held

Sunday, December 30, 2012, at the Shiloh Southern Congregational Methodist Church. Interment was in the Pine Forest

Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Rayford Russell Pittman


Rayford Russell Pittman, age 76, of Waycross, died Tuesday (Dec. 8, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an

extended illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Gaines Pittman and Leona Rigdon Pittman. He made Waycross his home

for his entire life. He worked 42 years as an engineer for CSX Railroad before his retirement in 2002. He was a member of

Gilchrist Park United Methodist Church. He was a founding member of the Hoboken Masonic Lodge No. 740. He loved taking his

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wife fishing, gospel and bluegrass music, as well as playing the banjo. More than anything he loved his family and any time he was

able to spend with them. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by two sons, Joe Randall Pittman and Rayford Russell

Pittman Jr. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, June Pittman of Waycross; his children, Lamar Harris of Waycross, Sheila

Butler of Waycross, John Wesley (Kathy) Harris of Patterson, Bunnie (William) McCrea of Waycross, Judy (Jerry) Miller of

Cecilia, KY, Donna (Shannon) Beverly of Lake City, FL; 10 grandchildren, Joe, Casey, Heather, Shelby, Ashlee, Frank, Lina,

Virginia, Dalton and Drew; 7 great-grandchildren, Ashton, Caden, Joby, Jency, Jaylee and Tyson; and his great-grandchild that

was his namesake, Maylee Ray; 1 great-grandchild on the way; 1 sister, Lawanna (Ronald) King of Waycross; 4 brothers, Virgil

Pittman of Waycross, Larry (Pat) Pittman of Waycross, Warren (Janice) Pittman of Waycross, Ronald (Bonnie) Pittman Sr. of

Hamilton, OH; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home.

PITTMAN, Raymond Lester Pittman


Raymond Lester Pittman, age 59, formerly of Waycross died Sunday (Sept. 11, 2016) at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Jesup after

a sudden illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Lester Pittman and Nannie Doris Henderson Pittman. He lived most of his

life in Waycross and worked for Ware State Prison. He had a passion for the outdoors and his grandchildren. In addition to his

father, he is preceded in death by two sisters, Charlene Cox and Jannie Ruth Carter. He is survived by his wife, Janice Pittman

of Jesup; his children; his grandchildren; his mother, Nannie Doris Henderson Pittman of Waycross; a sister, Betty Hall of

Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday at Suwannee Chapel Church of God of

Prophecy. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Robert E. “Bob” Pittman

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Oct 24th, 2011)

Robert E. “Bob” Pittman, age 82, passed away at his home in Greenville Friday morning. Funeral service were held at the

graveside in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, Sunday, October 23, 2011, at 3 p.m. The family received friends at Beggs

Funeral Home in Madison, on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 5-7 p.m. Bob was survived by his wife, Jo Ann Leggett Pittman

of Greenville; two sons, Wesley Pittman of Franklin, N.C. and Dallas Booth of Woodville; two daughters: Pam Branch of St.

Petersburg and Julie Jarrell of Savannah, Ga.; a brother, Eugene Pittman of Inverness; and two sisters, Edna Elbon and

Christine Neal, both of Inverness; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Beggs Funeral home is in charge of

arrangements.

PITTMAN, Rosa Lee Sloan Pittman


Rosa Lee Sloan Pittman, 79, died Friday morning (Aug. 24, 2012) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended

illness. She was a native of Fernandina Beach, FL, but she had lived most of her life in Waycross. She was a homemaker and

affiliated with the Baptist faith. She was the daughter of the late Lindy Sloan and Jane Jordan Sloan. She was also preceded in

death by her husband, Lawrence E. Pittman. Survivors include three daughters, Ann Tatum, Emma Cox and Patricia Maddox, all

of Waycross; two sons, Grover and Roger Herrin, both of Waycross; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and numerous

nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow

in Kettle Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

PITTMAN, Rufus Virgel Pittman


Rufus Virgel Pittman passed away on Sunday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day, at Baptist Village. He was born Dec. 1, 1928 to Gaines and

Leona Rigdon Pittman, the eldest of six children, and was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Rayford R. Pittman, his

first wife Grace Music Pittman, his second wife Earnestine C. Pittman and a son Gaines Virgel Pittman. Virgel, also known as R.V.

and Rufus, is survived by daughters Debbie Pittman (Asheville, NC), Lorna Mullis (David) of Valdosta, daughter of the heart

Marilyn Benson, Marrion C. Phipps (Tom) of Baltimore, MD, Wanda C. Petersen (Roney), David Corbett, Mary C. Foster (Garry) all

of Waycross, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by siblings Ronnie Pittman (Bonnie) of

Ohio, Lawanna King (Ronnie), Larry Pittman (Pat), and Warren Pittman (Janice), sister-in-law June Pittman (widow of Rayford) all

of Waycross, and numerous nieces and nephews. He lived in Ware County all of his life except a brief time when his father

worked at the Charleston, SC shipyards during the war. He is a graduate of Waresboro High School and is a WW II veteran of

the U.S Navy. Most of his life he worked at the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad (now CSX), following in the family tradition. One of

his first jobs was shoveling coal on steam engine No. 1800. His career spanned from fireman on a steam engine to being an

engineer on the latest generation of diesel/electric locomotives. He loved traditional country and bluegrass music, frequently

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also loved to travel, especially through the mountains of the southern Appalachians. As long as his health permitted, he liked to

tinker in his workshop, a trait he learned from his carpenter father. His faith was important throughout his life, having grown

up in Winona Park United Methodist Church. Memorial gifts may be made to Winona Park United Methodist Church, 900 North

Augusta Ave. Waycross, GA 31501, or to Music and Memory at Brooks-Howell Home, 266 Merrimon Ave., Asheville, NC 28801.

A celebration of life will be at Music Funeral Home Friday (Nov. 23, 2018). Burial will follow at Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Russell Spencer Pittman

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News February 15, 2012)

Mr. Russell Spencer Pittman, 66, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012, in the Coffee Regional Medical Center, Douglas, Ga.,

following a brief illness. Mr. Pittman was born August 18, 1945, in Homerville, to the late Calvin Jefferson Pittman and Nellie

Cleo Young Pittman. He had worked at B-Way as a fork lift driver and was a member of the First Baptist Church. He was

preceded in death by one sister, Esta Bohannon; and two brothers, Cortez Pittman and Sam Pittman. Survivors are one sister

and brother-in-law, Shirley and James Finley of Ocoee, Fla.; one brother, Curtice Pittman of Waycross; several nieces, nephews

and other relatives. Services for Mr. Pittman was held Friday, February 10, 2012, at 11 a.m. from the Shiloh Southern

Congregational Methodist Church. Officiating was Rev. Keith Chauncey, Rev. Danny Issac, and Rev. James Finley. Interment was

in the Ramah Cemetery. Active pallbearers were Jesse Griffis, Jeffery Smith, Edward Pitts, Leon Pittman, Kyle Shaw, and

Martin Shaw. Honorary pallbearers were Dan Lupo, Raymond Hillhouse, Harold Wayne Lloyd, R.L. Guy, Steven Palmer, Dale

Pittman, Don Joyce, Will Smith, Steven Hendricks, Richard Guy, Junior Smith, Robert Knight, Ray Robinson, and Tommy Smith.

W.G. Smith sang, "Go Rest High On That Mountain", “Precious Memories" and "Farther Along". Sympathy may be expressed by

signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Ruth Elizabeth Pittman

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 14 May 2017)

Mrs. Ruth Elizabeth Pittman, age 86, passed away on May 14, 2017. Ruth was born February 2, 1931 in Westville, FL to Mr.

Travis Bland and Alma Callahan Bland. Ruth worked for the Bureau of Blind in the concessions at the Kennedy Space Center. She

was one of the first in the state of Florida to be used for experimental treatments of glaucoma. Because of the

experimentations she still had some vision at the age of 86. She went back to school at the age of 60 to get her G.E.D. and she

also completed her certificate to be a Senior Companion. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband James Pittman; and her

parents Mr. Travis Bland and Alma Callahan. She is survived by her children: Glenda Cobb of Waddell, AZ, Roy (Becky) Adams of

Raleigh, NC, Sherry (Theron) Mock of Perry, FL, Jerry (Sherry) Adams of Panama City, FL, Charlotte Melnuk of Perry, FL, and

Brenda Wiencek of Perry, FL; 15 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. A graveside

service will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral

Home of Perry.

PITTMAN, Sarah Dell Pittman

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 10 December 2018)

Sarah Dell Pittman, age 86, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Monday, December 10, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. She

was born on May 14, 1932 in Ila, GA to the late George W. and Roxie (Rice) Davis. Mrs. Pittman was a resident of Lakehaven

nursing home in Valdosta, GA for four years. She was a seamstress at Levis Straus Company for over 40 years. Sarah was a life

time member of Westside Baptist Church in Valdosta. She enjoyed family time and especially spending time with her

grandchildren. One of her favorite things she loved to do was cooking and eating mullet. Mrs. Pittman was preceded in death by

her husband David A. Pittman. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Richard & Ann Pittman, Ronnie & Peggy Pittman,

Randy & Angie Pittman, all of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren, Tennille & Mitch Starling of Nashville, GA, Renee & David West of

Naylor, GA, Jennifer & Danny Pollock of Valdosta, GA, Matt & Kristi Pittman of Jacksonville, FL, Justin Pittman of Valdosta, GA;

great grandchildren: Caleb Pollock, Ethan Starling, Mollie Starling, Anna Kate West, Ryver West, Harper Pittman and numerous

nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 13, 2018 in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta

with burial to follow at Riverview Memorial Gardens.

PITTMAN, Sheila K. Pittman


Sheila K. Pittman, age 67, passed away Tuesday (July 2, 2019) at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, following a short illness.

She was born in Homerville, but resided in Waycross most of her life. She was a homemaker. She was a daughter of the late

Johnny B. Deese and Thelma Starling Deese. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Stanley Pittman Sr., of Waycross; a

daughter, Vickie Pittman Hill (Mike Cox), of Blackshear; and her son, Austin Hill (Taylor); a son, Glynn Pittman (Julie), of

Chester, and his children, Chance Pittman and Caroline Pittman; a son, Jamie Pittman (Felicia), of Waycross, and his children,


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Kimberly Bowen (Brody), Cameron Cash, Mason Pittman, Keri Cash, Brianna Cash, Matthew Cash, Tanner Pittman and Gaige Cash;

a daughter, Abby Sweat (Dave), of Waycross, and her daughter, Jenna Kay Sweat; two great-grandchildren, Kami Bowen and

Jeb Bowen; a brother, Jerry Deese (Ruby Dale), of Homerville; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be at the Music

Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Sidney Pittman

(Abstracted from the July 31, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper)

Sidney “Lamar” Pittman, 73, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday (July 25, 2013) after a two-year battle with cancer. He was

born April 29, 1940 in Lyons. He had been a Blackshear resident since 1995 after moving from Callahan, FL. His deep Christian

faith gives those who love him comfort knowing he is now in the presence of Jesus and our loved ones who went before him. He

will no longer mourn for the loss of his beloved wife “Jeanie.” He was a veteran of the United States Army. He enjoyed fishing

and farming in Blackshear after retiring from NAPA Auto Parts in Jacksonville, FL. In addition to his wife Jean, Lamar was

preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Edward Pittman, his sister, Ella English, and his son, Randy Hale. He is survived by

one son, Kevin Hale, of Blackshear; three daughters, Denise (Johnny) Spivey, of Callahan, Donna Gail (Adrien) Tanguay, of

Bensalem, PA, Diane (Lonnie) Stripling, of Lyons; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives. He will

be missed by all who knew and loved him for his sweet Christ-like spirit. Visitation will be held Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at

Hacklebarney Baptist Church in Blackshear. Arrangements are by Callahan Funeral Home.

PITTMAN, Sophronia Johnson Pittman

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, 4 February 2015)

Mrs. Sophronia Johnson Pittman, age 68, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family

following a short illness. Mrs. Pittman was born September 6, 1946, in Homerville, to the late John Willie Johnson and Elizabeth

Chauncey Johnson Durham. She was a nursing assistant for Clinch Memorial Hospital and a member of the Place of Blessings

Church of God. Survivors are her husband, James Pittman of Homerville; 1 daughter and son-in-law, Lisa (Marty) Browning of

Argyle; 3 sons and a daughter-in-law, David and Shelby Pittman of Ft. White, Fla., Barney Pittman (Macie Parr) of Argyle and

Paul Pittman, of Homerville; 1 sister, Mary Latrelle Lee of Waycross; 1 brother, Waylonzey Durham of Homerville; 11

grandchildren, Chris Pittman, Jessica (Seth) Hayes, Heather (Justin) Roe, Deonna Delk, Courtney Gilliard (Ben Aldridge), Haley

Gilliard, Sarah (Chris) Rowe, Savannah Pittman, David Pittman, Jr., Clayton Pittman and Ivan Pittman; 8 great-grandchildren,

Chance Daniels, Chandler Daniels. Gavin Hayes, Jordan Lolley, Brandon Pittman, Gavin Roe, Taylor Delk and Jacob Reliford; a

number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. Pittman were Sunday, February 1, 2015 in the Place of

Blessings Church of God. Interment was in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PITTMAN, Velma Faye Brock Pittman


ORANGE PARK, FL — Zelma Faye Brock Pittman, age 82, of Orange Park, FL, passed away Sunday (March 11, 2018) at the

Orange Park Medical Center. Born in Valdosta on Jan. 1, 1936, she had lived in Fayetteville, NC for a number of years prior to

moving to Orange Park several years ago. While in North Carolina, she had managed the Fayetteville Parks & Recreation Ceramic

Shop. She had been a housewife for the last several years. She was an avid gardener — she loved her flowers and working in her

yard, reader, and sports fan — she loved to bowl, play/watch tennis and watch football (Georgia Bulldogs), baseball (Atlanta

Braves) and golf. She was also a good cook, even though it wasn’t her favorite thing to do, and traveling with her husband in

their RV. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a daughter of the late William Clarence and Clara Lou Stansell Brock. She was

also preceded in death by a great-grandson, Joey Wamsley, and her brother, William Clarence Brock Jr. Survivors include her

husband of 63 years, Vernon C. Pittman Sr., of Orange Park, FL; a daughter, Cheryl Ann Pittman of Orange Park, FL; a son and

daughter-in-law, Vernon C. Jr. and Vega Pittman, of Hope Mills, NC; a sister, Sheila Brock of Orange Park, FL; three

grandchildren, Russell (Crystal) Pittman, Amie (Clinton) Yoder and Christan (Donald Wamsley) Turpin; and several nieces,

nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be held Saturday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the

Greenlawn Cemetery.

PITTMAN, Virginia Pittman


HOBOKEN — Virginia “Gina” Pittman, age 52, of Hoboken, died Wednesday (Feb. 19, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in

Waycross from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born in Waycross to Johnny Sapp and Jennie Johnson

Sellers. She made Waycross and Brantley County her home for her entire life. She worked for Dollar General on Tebeau Street

and loved to spend time at the beach. Most of all, she loved spending time with her granddaughter, Sydney. She was preceded in

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death by her sister, Johnnie Lynn Tatum. She is survived by her husband, Jacob “Jake” Pittman, of Hoboken; 2 children,

Jennifer Lynne (Alex) Harrelson, of Waynesville, Jay Pittman, of Hoboken; 1 granddaughter, Sydney Harrelson; her mother,

Jennie Sellers, of Blackshear; a brother, Jason Sapp, of Blackshear; a special niece, Marissa Tatum, of Blackshear; and

numerous other relatives.

PITTMAN, William Hampton Pittman


William Hampton Pittman, age 83, of Manor, died Wednesday (July 10, 2019) at his residence after an extended illness. He was

born in Manor to the late Orbie L. and Ora Mae White Pittman and lived there all of his life. He was retired from the City of

Waycross as a firefighter and was a member of Zenith Baptist Church in Manor. He loved rabbit hunting and deer hunting,

running dogs, gardening, riding his buggy and dancing. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth

Pauline Griffin Pittman, one son, William David Pittman, grandson, Robert Hampton Brown, sister, Hilda Martin, and son-in-law,

Jefferson L. Daniels. Survivors include five children, Wanda Jean Pittman (Donnie) Selph of Homerville, Darrell Wayne (Teresa)

Pittman of Axson, Serena Pittman Daniels of Manor, Janice Elizabeth Pittman Brown of Homerville, Mitchell Allen (Kay) Pittman

of Manor; 15 grandchildren, Richard Selph, Christy Selph, April Pittman, Bobbie Pittman, Polly Pittman, Davie Pittman, Darrell

Pittman, Thomas Pittman, Melissa Daniels, Alan J. Brown, Scott Brown, Edith Pittman, Alexis Crews, Jennifer Hardy and Eric

Bryce; 35 great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. A funeral will be at Zenith Baptist Church. Burial will follow in

Zenith Baptist Church Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PITTMAN, Willie James Pittman Jr.


A celebration of life service for Willie James Pittman Jr., age 69, will be Saturday at Fluker Funeral Home Chapel. He was born

June 15, 1950 in Waycross to Willie James Pittman Sr. and Bethel Reed Gibson. He received his formal education from the

Ware County Public School System where he attended Ware County High School. After high school he joined the U.S. Army

where he received the ImJin Scout Insignia award in August 1968 for commendable participation in the operational missions

along the demilitarized zone in Korea, completing 20 missions. After service he returned back to Waycross where he lived for

several years and drove taxi for Walker’s Cab Company. He then moved and lived in St. Petersburg, FL for two years where he

worked in the timber industry as a log truck driver. He later moved to Brunswick where he worked as a taxi driver and a cement

finisher. He was joined in holy matrimony to Ann Clements of Brunswick. On Tuesday night (July 2, 2019) he departed this life

at Memorial Medical Center, Savannah after an illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Clements Pittman, his mother,

Bethel Reed Gibson Davis, step-father, Rogers Davis, two aunts, Leola Tripp, Irene McGahee, and an uncle, Jay Q. Gibson. Those

left to cherish his memory include his children, Sherla Johns of Lyons, and Michael Felder of Brunswick; a step-son, Donnell

Tyson of Brunswick; siblings, Samuel Pittman Sr. (Rita), John Davis and Eugenia Hart, all of Waycross; nieces, Latoya Hillery

(Michael), Precious Hart, Sherry Bennett, Stephanie Bennett, all of Atlanta; a nephew, Samuel Pittman Jr. (Natacha), of

Atlanta; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren, cousins and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker

Funeral Home.

PITTS, Adrianna Hope Pitts


Adrianna Hope Pitts, age 1, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2009 at Doctors Memorial Hospital. She was born in Tallahassee,

FL, and was the daughter of Krystal Pitts and Charles Douglas both of Perry, FL. Maternal great-grandmother, Patsy Pitts,

maternal grandmother, Donna Ray, maternal grandfather, Gary Pitts, uncles, Austin Carlton and D.J. Steeley, aunt, Alexis Ray.

Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, July 15, 2009. Interment will follow at Shiloh

Cemetery.

PITTS, Archie Pitts Jr.


The celebration of life service for Archie Pitts Jr. will be Saturday at Austin Chapel CME Church, 508 Hamilton St., Waycross.

Burial and committal services will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at 1500 Brunel St. He was born

Jan. 1, 1927 to Archie Pitts Sr. and Rosa Pitts. He was preceded in death by both parents. He attended and graduated from

Waycross public schools. He then attended Waycross Ware-Tech where he obtained certification in arc welding. He

courageously served in the U.S. Air Force where he learned valuable life-lessons. Afterwards, he brought those lessons and

skills to ITT Rayonier Corporation in Jesup where he worked for decades before retiring in 1989. He was a member of Austin

Chapel CME Church. He leaves to mourn a sister, Elizabeth Coleman of Fairburn; two daughters, Shelly Grace Peterson and

Stacey Ann (Marion) Thomas both of Waycross; two grandchildren, Tameeka (Shelly) Peterson of Waycross, and Jordan

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(Stacey) Williams of Jacksonville, FL; four great-grandchildren, Chynna Peterson, Sanai Robinson, Jaida Peterson and Jaiden

(Tameeka) Peterson of Waycross. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

PITTS, Fairley Pitts


Mr. Fairley Dean Pitts Sr., 65, of Perry, FL passed away April 11, 2012 at Tallahassee Memorial Health Care. Mr. Pitts was born

in Kinard, FL on July 31, 1946 to the late Martin Pitts, and the late Marzella Warren Pitts. He has lived in Perry most of his life

and worked for many years for Proctor and Gamble as a machine operator. Mr. Pitts was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist

Church. He was also a longtime member of the Sand Hill Hunt Club. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and

grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, spending time

outdoors, and tinkering in his shop. He is survived by, his wife of 47 years, Yonna Connell Pitts, of Perry, one son, Fairley D. Pitts

Jr. of Perry, one daughter, Mellissa Pitts Griner (Richard), of Perry, a sister, Lavaughn Smith, of Clarksville, FL, 7

grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. Pitts will be

conducted on Saturday April 14, 2012 in the Burns Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Pisgah Cemetery. In lieu of

flowers, donations may be made to the Lighthouse Children’s Home for Girls, 7771 Mahan Dr. Tallahassee, FL 32309

PITTS, Juanita Nettles Pitts


Mrs. Juanita Nettles Pitts, age 92, of Douglas, GA, passed away Monday, August 15, 2016, at Shady Acres Health and

Rehabilitation following an extended illness. Mrs. Pitts was born October 29, 1923, to the late Johnny Hamilton Nettles and the

late Linnie Davis Nettles. Mrs. Pitts, a native of Coffee County, was the widow of the late Madison Thompson “Tom” Pitts of

Newberry, SC. “Nita” is best remembered for her concession stand at tobacco warehouses during tobacco season. Everyone

came to eat her delicious homemade hamburgers and slaw dogs. She loved hand stitching quilt tops, cross-stitching, and

crossword puzzles. Collecting and flipping junk was a hobby before it became a fad. Mrs. Pitts was a member of the Central

Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her son, Jerry (Jeanie) Pitts; grandsons, Danny Miller and Durwin Pitts; step-son,

Tommy Pitts; four brothers, J. H. Nettles, Robert Nettles, Sam Nettles, and Marcell Nettles; and one sister, Tressie

Adams. Survivors include her 2 children, Colie (Pat) Pitts of Douglas, GA, and Sherrill (Dan) Miller of Douglas, GA; 9

grandchildren, Sherri (Michael) Berry of Douglas, GA, Jess Miller of Savannah, GA, Chad (Maggie) Pitts of Roswell, GA, Rebecca

(Booker) Pruitt of Atlanta, GA, Sandra Pitts of Savannah, GA, Jodi (Tim) Moody of Savannah, GA, Travis (Genevieve) Pitts of

Raleigh, NC, Tommie Ann (Matt) Coleman of Johnston, SC, and Daryl (Susan) Pitts of Saluda, SC; 14 great grandchildren; several

nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Thursday, August 18, 2016, at Central Baptist Church. The

interment followed in Central Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Central Baptist Church

Senior Citizens Fund, 748 Central Baptist Church Road, Douglas, GA, 31533. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PITTS, Katherine Slocumb Pitts

(Abstracted from John Bullard 14 July 2020)

Mrs. Katherine Slocumb Pitts, age 94, died Monday, July 13, 2020 at her home in Lee, FL. A graveside service will be at

Ebenezer Cemetery in Monticello, FL. Visitation will be at the family home, 170 SE Kinfolks Way, Lee, FL 32059. Mrs. Pitts was

born to Augustus and Sarah Hay Slocumb in Monticello, FL where she grew up. She lived in Madison over forty years. Mrs. Pitts

was a homemaker, and enjoyed sports, especially the FSU Seminoles, and her beloved baseball team the Atlanta Braves. She was

predeceased by her parents and husband, Finnis B. Pitts and brother Nicholas Slocumb. She is survived by her daughter: Donna

Littleton (Mike) of Madison; sister: Derry Cruce (J.W.) of Lee, FL, three grandchildren; David Blanton (Tonya), Wendi Blanton,

and Kaitlin Littleton; four great-grandchildren, Martina Blanton, Xander Hoffpauir, Ashton Blanton, Matthew Hutcheson, one

great-great grandson, Shaun Hutcheson, two nieces, Susan Mitchell and Cathy Reams, along with a host of great nieces and

nephews. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison is assisting the family with arrangements 850-973-2258.

PLAIN, Marjorie L. Plain

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 30 September

2015)

Mrs. Marjorie L. Plain, age 97, passed away on September 30, 2015 in Madison, FL. Marjorie was born April 17, 1918 in Red Oak,

Iowa to Roy Vin Peters and Iva Mae (Miller) Peters. Mom was a member of Red Oak Baptist Church in Iowa. She enjoyed being

around children, cooking, gardening, birds and an assortment of animals. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents Roy Vin

and Iva Mae Peters, and her sons Donovan and Merrill Plain. Mrs. Plain is survived by her children Jeane Nease, Lester (JoAnn)

Plain, Dennis (Patsy) Plain, Richard Plain, Marlene (John C.) Webb, Darrell (Evelyn) Plain, Alice (Frankie) Bell, Mike (Yvonne) Plain,

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Lea Ann Plain, Jill (Bobby) Plain, Carol (Richard) McCulley; 21 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great

grandchildren; siblings Doris Markland, Ruby Carl, and Robert Peters; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews and cousins.

Graveside service will be Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Midway Baptist Church Cemetery. Those who wish may make

donations to Big Bend Hospice of Madison. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Madison.

PLAIR, James Edward Plair

(Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate June 19th, 2013)

James Edward "Red" Plair, 66, of Lakeland, died Saturday June 15, 2013 in the Louis Smith Memorial Hospital. He was born May

22, 1947 in Lowndes County to the late Wendell Plair and the late Charlotte Marion Carver Lee. He was the owner of Red's

Flower Shop. He is survived by his wife: Kitty Brogdon Plair of Lakeland; 2 daughters: Sissie (Todd) Tait of Hahira and Tena

(Rodney) Walker of Nashville; son: Jimmy (Lisa) Plair of Ray City; 2 sisters: LaDonna Shackleford of Adel and Wilma Flowers of

Nashville; step-father: Otha Lee of Alapaha; 3 grandchildren: Mallory Canary, Lauren Plair and Lee Plair. Funeral services were

held Tuesday June 18, in the First Baptist Church of Ray City. Interment will follow in the Beaver Dam Cemetery. Lovein

Funeral Home of Nashville is serving the family.

PLAIR, Melvin E. Plair


Melvin E. Plair passed away 31 May 2020. Melvin was a great husband, father, brother and son. He was preceded in death by his

parents Effie and Eugene Plair, and a son Mitchell Plair. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Carolyn Plair; his sister Martha

Hiers (Gerald) of Valdosta; sons and daughters and their spouses, Andy and Vanessa Plair, Karen and Kevin Faucette, Angelia

Bell, and Garrett Plair; grandchildren include Kristen Harkleroad (Danny), Mitchell Faucette (Gracie), Harleigh Bell, Savannah

Bell, Sarah Thompson and Andrew Plair; great- grandson Wyatt Swann. Melvin graduated from Berrien High School in 1955.

There he was on the basketball team and a great baseball pitcher. In a three game stretch he threw 2 – one hit games and 1 no

hit game. He later pitched in the Twin Rivers League where he held the record for strike-outs in a game in which he struck out

18 batters in a 7-inning game. Unfortunately, he lost to Castle Park because his defense failed him. Melvin was an avid

sportsman and a vicious competitor. He loved baseball, golf, football, fishing, hunting, and just about anything outdoors. He was

a great baseball coach. He coached little league baseball at the Valdosta Boys Club for over 25 years. He won and placed in a

countless number of golf tournaments through his life including winning the Senior’s Championship at Kinderlou on several

occasions. He had 3 hole-in-ones. He was a big Braves, Red Sox and Bulldog fan. GO DAWGS!!! Melvin Plair loved people and he

loved to help people. He was in the banking business for more than 50 years. He enjoyed lending people money when they were in

need or if they needed it for pleasure. A memorial service will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. A private inurnment will

follow at McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens.

PLAIR, Rickey Plair

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 25 January 2018)

Rickey Plair "Santa Claus", age 60, of Lake Park died on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Langdale Hospice House after a lengthy

illness. He was born October 26, 1957 in Valdosta, GA to the late Ira Lee and Annie Pearl Barrentine Plair and was raised by

Sydney and Annie Pearl Tanner. Santa Claus, as he was affectionately called by many, played the part since 1979. Ricky worked

as a dispatcher for Valdosta PD and Lowndes County 911 as well as a VSU Public Safety Communications Officer for a total of

31 years. When not working Ricky enjoyed singing Karaoke and spending time with his friends and family. He also was an avid

fisherman and enjoyed playing Santa Claus for many families for the past 38 years. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-

Law, Krista & Curtis Howell of Lake Park; grandchildren, Jacob Howell and Summer Howell; sister, Debbie Prinicipie of Powder

Springs, GA; brother and sister-in-law, David (Ann) Holmes of Pinetta, FL; sister and brother-in-law, Martha (Jimmy) Strickland

of Valdosta, GA; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. As per Mr. Plair's wishes he will be cremated and

a memorial service will be held at Redland Baptist Church on Saturday January 27, 2018. Mr. Plair will arrive on his Christmas

parade horse drawn carriage at the church. The caring and compassionate staff of Music Funeral Services is serving the Plair

family.

PLANT, Clarence M. Plant


Clarence M. Plant, 65, a retired real-estate dealer here, died Wednesday in the local hospital, following an illness of more than

two years. He was a patient at the local hospital for 22 months. He was a member of a prominent local family. Survivors are his

wife. Mrs. Marie Plant, of Madison; four sons, Clarence G. Plant, of Tallahassee; John Henry Plant, of Madison; Dr. Richard Plant,

of Chattahoochee; and Albert Plant, of Gainesville; two brothers, James D. Plant, of Tallahassee; and Willie Plant, of Texas; two

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sisters, Miss Edna Plant, of Atlanta; and Mrs. Trudy Shackleford, of Gainesville; and a number of grandchildren. Services will be

held Friday (today) in the Beggs Funeral Home and interment will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PLANT, John G. Plant


John G. Plant, well known citizen and life-long resident of Madison County died of a heart attack about noon Monday at his home,

at the age of 85. Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Lavinia McDonald Plant; three sons, C. M. Plant, of Madison; William Plant,

retired officer of the U. S. Army, living in Texas; and James Plant, of Tallahassee; two daughters, Miss Edna Plant, of Houston,

TX; and Mrs. Gertrude Shackleford, of Gainesville; one sister, Mrs. W. R. Wimberly, of Madison County. Eleven grandchildren

and nine great-grandchildren also survive. One son, Porter Plant died several years ago. Funeral services were held in Oak Ridge

Cemetery Tuesday.

PLANT, Mrs. John G. Plant


Mrs. John G. Plant, age 88, died Wednesday in a Tallahassee Nursing Home after an extended illness. She was a native of

Madison County. Survivors are two daughters, Miss Edna Plant, of Atlanta and Mrs. Gertrude Shackleford, of Gainesville; two

sons Clarence M. Plant, of Madison; and James D., Plant, of Tallahassee; three sisters, Mrs. Ola Sanders, Mrs. M. M.

DeLaughter, and Mrs. S. R. Irvine, all three of Madison; eleven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. Funeral services

were held Thursday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Elmer’s Notes; According to her tombstone recorded in the Madison County Burial Records her actual name was Vinnie McDonald

Plant and she was born 2 Jan 1869 and died 10 Jul 1957

PLANT, John H. Plant

(Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, January 22, 2015)

Dr. John H. Plant, son of the late John Henry Plant, Sr. and Hazel Oglesby Plant, passed away on Thursday, January 1, in

Jacksonville. He was born and raised in Madison. He started college at the University of Florida and then transferred to

Veterinary School at Auburn University. He established Herschel Animal Clinic in Jacksonville, where he practiced Veterinary

Medicine for over 40 years. He was a die-hard Gator fan. He also loved his employees at Herschel Animal Clinic, clients and

friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marinee Plant and daughter, Leighton Plant. He is survived by 1 daughter, Ashley

(Evans) Sevor; 1 son, Jonathan Plant; 1 sister, Francis Jane (Lusby) Burruss; and grandchildren: Ethan, Blake and Morgan Sevor.

His visitation and funeral services were held on Monday, January 12, at Hardage – Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home in Orange

Park, FL.

PLANT, John Henry Plant, Sr.


John Henry Plant, Sr., age 49, died Thursday in the local hospital following a sudden illness. He was born in Madison County and

had lived here all his life where he was engaged in farming. He was the son of the late Clarence Moseley Plant, a member of the

Methodist Church, and a member of the Madison Masonic Lodge No. 11 F & AM. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. John Henry Plant;

one daughter, Mrs. Edwin Hicks of Madison; and one son, Dr. John Henry Plant, Jr., of Jacksonville; his mother, Mrs. C. M. Plant

of Madison; and three brothers, Clarence Plant and Dr. Richard Plant, both of Tallahassee; and Albert Plant of Gainesville.

Funeral services were held Saturday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PLANT, Willie G. Plant


Willie G. Plant, age 70, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John G. Plant, of Madison, died December 28th in the Brooke Army Hospital

in San Antonio, TX after a long illness. Mr. Plant was the brother of the late Clarence M. Plant, of Madison. He joined the Army

at the age of 15 and served in three wars, The Mexican War, World War I, and World War II. Survivors are two sisters, Mrs.

Trudy Shackleford, of Gainesville; and Miss Edna Plant, of Decatur, GA; one brother, James D. Plant, of Tallahassee and a

number of other relatives. Graveside services were held Wednesday, January 1st, 1964 in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PLATT, Arthur Lynn Platt


Arthur Lynn Platt, 78, died Wednesday (May 22, 2013) at his residence following an extended illness. He was a native of Palatka,

FL, and lived in Waycross since 1961. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Dunn Platt, a son, Richard “Ricky” Lynn Platt,

his parents, William Lynn Platt and Frances Elizabeth Graves Platt, and a brother, Jerry Lee Platt. He retired in 1993 as a signal

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maintainer with CSX Railroad after more than 40 years of service. He enjoyed traveling and visited all of the states in mainland

U.S.A. and most of Canada. Survivors include a son, Randolph “Randy” Platt (wife Yonna), of Winchester, TN; a daughter-in-law,

Sheila Platt, of Waycross; three grandchildren, Brooks Platt, Brian King and Brenna Platt; eight great-grandchildren, Brock,

Ashton, Bryson, Lathan, Sophie, Dalton, Shelbie and Emmie; a brother, Roy D. Platt (wife Elizabeth), of Waycross; and a sister,

Ellen Johnson of Crescent City, FL. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. today at the Music Funeral Home Chapel.

Memorialization will be by cremation.

PLATT, Gary W. Platt


Gary Wendell Platt, 64, of the Hortense community, passed away early Tuesday (Nov. 1, 2005) morning at his residence following

an extended illness. A native of Melbourne, FL, he was the son of the late Giles Platt and Ernestine Curdew Platt. He was a truck

driver for most of his life. Survivors include his daughters, Vicky Lowman, of Hortense, and Angie Sawyer, of Jacksonville, FL;

three sons, Giles Platt, of Samsula, FL, Cash Platt, of Elkmont, AL, and Edmond Platt, of Kings Mountain, NC; two sisters, Daphna

Dull, of Melbourne, FL, and Carolyn Spears, of Tennessee; one brother, Randy Platt, of Georgia; 11 grandchildren; and his life

companion, Betty Powers. Funeral will be held today at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Joel Chambless Funeral Home with the Rev. Ricky

Knox officiating. Joel Chambless Funeral Home, North Main Street, Nahunta, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

PLATT, Harold Calvin Platt

(Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL September 4th, 2013)

Harold “Hotshot” Calvin Platt was born in Melbourne, FL on Dec. 19, 1946 to Minor J. Platt and Marjorie Shave Platt. Growing up

on the family ranch helped him develop his love for his future endeavors in agriculture. He graduated from Melbourne High

School in 1964, then attended ABAC in Tifton, GA and the University of Florida where he graduated with a degree in Animal

Science in 1970. Upon graduation he returned home to manage the family ranch, using what he had learned to improve genetics

and production of their cattle. During his years of ranching in Brevard County he received the following awards: Florida

Outstanding Farmer of the Year, Director of Soil & Water Conservation and Director of Florida High Rodeo Association. In

2003 he received the Brevard County Farm Bureau Family of the Year Award. In 2004, Harold and his family moved to Madison

County. In his new adventure, he and his son, Troy won multiple awards at the Southeaster Hay Contest which led them to

develop all grass forage fed beef, making beef a health food and also founding the family business, Deep Roots Meat. The

family was honored in 2011 by receiving the Florida Grazing Land Stewardship Award. “Hotshot” will best be remembered for

the things he loved to do: running a buck with his favorite dogs and listening to the ensuing chase, his passion for turkey

hunting, Team Penning, spending time at the hunting camp and rooting for the Florida Gators. With the arrival of his four

grandsons, “Hotshot” transitioned from hunter to teacher, insuring his experiences would be instilled in them. He also attended

the First United Methodist Church of Madison. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Cheri Platt, his son Troy and daughter-in-

law Tracey, his daughter Tricia and son-in-law Matt Stafford. His four grandsons are, Levi Stafford, Tyler Platt, Wyatt

Stafford and Tanner Platt. He also has two surviving sisters, Mary Monts DeOca and Marilyn Platt and three brothers Minor,

Roy and Paul. The funeral will be held on Friday, Sept. 6 at First United Methodist Church of Madison. In lieu of flowers please

send a donation in honor of Harold “Hotshot” Calvin Platt to UF Health Shands Hospital, to help them continue their research in

finding a cure of cancer.

PLATT, Hattie Platt


Miss Hattie Platt, age 67, died in the local hospital Monday. She had been a patient in the Valdosta Hospital but was admitted

here last Thursday. She had been ill about a year. She is survived by two sisters Mrs. E. F. Dickinson of Madison and Mrs.

Charles Sperring of Live Oak and one brother, Mr. Alonza Platt of Live Oak, and a large number of nieces and nephews. Funeral

services were held in the Live Oak First Baptist Church Wednesday.

PLATT, James Frank Platt


SCREVEN — James Frank Platt, 67, of 348 Broadhurst Road, Screven, passed away Saturday (July 14, 2012) at his residence,

after an extended illness. His loved ones were at his bedside. He was born July 23, 1944 to the late Frank and Martha King

Platt. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Lloyd Lee, Jimmy Platt and Marvin Platt. He attended the schools of

Pierce County. He retired from Miliken as supervisor for shipping and receiving and he enjoyed taking pictures of family and

videotaping. He later met and married Annether Johnson and to this union four were born, James Platt Jr., of Nahunta, Martha

Platt, of Augusta, and Lynn Platt and Latrell Platt, both of Blackshear; additional children they raised are Flossie Henderson, of

Mershon, and Sue Ann Wilcox, of Waycross; additional children he raised with a devoted friend are Jerlean Tina Hines, Travis


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Hines, of Screven, Tamyra Hines, of Jesup, and Stacy Hines and Tyra Hines, both of Riverdale; his brothers, Johnny Platt, of

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Odean Lee, of Alma, Johnny Platt, of Screven, and Martin Platt, of Blackshear; 12 grandsons; seven

granddaughters; and loving nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles, aunts and many sorrowing good friends. Visitation will be held from

6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, 505 Ware Street, Blackshear. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the chapel

of Rainge Memorial. Bishop Robert L. Bussey will bring the words of comfort. The cortege will assemble at 10:15 a.m. at the

home of Ann Platt, 102 Sunny Meadows Drive, Blackshear. Interment will follow in the Union Chapel Church cemetery. The

family is also receiving friends at other times at the residence, 348 Broadhurst Road, Screven, and at 102 Sunny Meadows

Drive, Blackshear. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

PLATT, Kenneth Wayne Platt


Kenneth Wayne Platt, 67, of Lake City, FL, passed away November 5, 2015, at his residence. Ken was born July 2, 1948 in Perry,

FL, to the late Sarah Lucille Lee (Mills). Ken was of the Baptist Faith and was a veteran of the United States Army. He was

preceded in death by one granddaughter Andrea Platt and one great grandson Dalton McAdams; two brothers: Joe Platt and LV

Platt; and two sisters: Thelma Roberts and Nell Johnson. Ken is survived by his 6 children: William Robert (Lynn) Hudson of GA,

Angela Marie (Ken) Bogan of NC, Janice Elaine (Michael) Murphy of AL, Christine Michelle Platt of Lake City, FL., Stephanie

Renee (Jeff) Hornsby of AL, and Reggie Wayne Platt of Lake City; 13 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Joyce

Fletcher and Loys Buesing; and 1 brother Ellis Franklin Platt. Funeral services will be held at Joe P Burns Funeral Homes of

Perry Monday, November 9, 2015. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry.

PLATT, Lula Platt


Lula Platt, age 75, died October 29 in Hialeah. Mrs. Platt was formerly of Madison but had lived for 22 years in the Miami area.

She is survived by her husband, John Wesley; sons John W., Jr., of Lake Worth, FL; Walter H., of Oak Ridge, TN; Charles

William of Culver City, CA; daughter Mrs. Pollyanna Mizell of Ridgeville, SC; Mrs. Helen Copley of Durham, NC; four

grandchildren; two brothers, Nicholas Noegel of Ft. Myers; George Noegel of Jacksonville; four sisters, Mrs. Martha Harper of

Poulan, GA; Mrs. Eunice Stokes of Cochran, GA; Mrs. Rosalie Priest of Madison, FL; Miss Emma Noegel of Augusta, GA. Funeral

services were held at the Palm Springs Baptist Church with burial in Dade Memorial Park.

PLATT, Richard Lynn Platt


Richard Lynn “Ricky” Platt, 55, died Wednesday morning (July 25, 2012) at Hospice House Satilla following a sudden illness. He

was a native of Jesup but lived most of his life in Waycross. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Dunn Platt. He was

a salesperson for Walker-Jones Chevy Buick Honda Toyota Scion Chrysler Dodge Ram. He was a member of the Waycross Elks

Lodge. Survivors include his wife, Sheila Ann Platt, of Waycross; a son, Brian King (fiancee Monica Smith), of Waycross; three

grandchildren, Dalton, Shelbie and Emmie; his father, Arthur L. Platt, of Waycross; a brother, Randy Platt (wife Yonna), of

Winchester, TN; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held 10 a.m. Friday at Music Funeral Home

Chapel. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home tonight from 6 until 9.

Employees of Walker-Jones Chevy Buick Honda Toyota Scion Chrysler Dodge Ram are requested to meet at the funeral home

9:40 a.m. Friday to serve as honorary pallbearers.

PLATT, William Platt

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, Oct 20, 1967 & Oct 27, 1967)

William Platt, age 79, of Live Oak died Tuesday October 16th. He was the brother of Mrs. Ed Dickinson of Madison. He leaves

his wife, two daughters, and another sister, Mrs. C. W. Sperring of Live Oak. Funeral services will be held October 19th in Live

Oak.

PLAYER, Amelia Ann Player

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 7 October 2020)

Amelia Ann Player, age 33, of Hahira, GA passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2020 after a courageous battle with breast

cancer. Amelia was born on September 18, 1987 in Valdosta, GA to Ander Dell Player and Elizabeth Ann (Terrell) Achor. Her

battle with breast cancer began in 2012. During the last 8 years, she has fought hard and never once gave up hope. If you ever

met Amelia Ann, you know she had the most contagious smile and sweet spirit. She was preceded in death by her Papa Bob

Johnston; sister, Amanda Leigh Player, and special aunt Karen Achor. Survivors include her significant other, Hunter Butler of

Hahira, GA; sons: Westin Lee Butler and Koltin Butler of Hahira, GA; father Ander Dell Player of Hahira, GA; mother and

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stepfather, Elizabeth Ann & Rich Achor of Yadkinville, NC; brothers: Nick and Alex Achor of North Carolina; sister, Amber

Anderson of Valdosta GA; brother, Austin Davis of Tennessee. grandmother, Bea Folsom of Hahira, GA and Judy King of

Lakeland, GA; papa, Donald Player of Hahira, GA; aunts / uncles: Marcia Dodd of Columbus, GA, Steve and Montye Player of Lake

Park, GA, Tim and Patricia Wilson of Jasper, GA; cousins: Dalton and Kristin Mason of Columbus, GA, Kyle and Lindsay Young of

Hahira, GA, Ricky Young of Hahira, GA; great cousins, Grayson Young and Olivia Jean Mason; Hunter’s parents, Johnny Butler of

Quitman, GA and Saye Butler of Jefferson City, MO. A celebration of life will be at Hahira United Methodist Church in Hahira,

GA. Team Player shirts are welcome along with country casual dress. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations are made

to a college fund for her son, Westin Butler at Bank of OZK (3102 N. Oak St. Ext. Valdosta, GA 31602) in Valdosta, GA. The

Player Family is being cared for by the compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, GA.

PLAYER, Walter W. Player


Walter W. Player, age 95, of Valdosta, died Saturday after a long illness. He was a member of the Pyle Baptist Church and was

active in civic activities and building roads in Valdosta. Funeral services were held Tuesday in Valdosta. Mr. Ivey Plair, a

grandson, and family attended. (PLAYER AND PLAIR ARE JUST AS THEY APPEARED IN THE ORIGINAL OBITUARY OF

JANUARY 29, 1971)

PLEHN, D. Geraldine Plehn


D. Geraldine Plehn, age 72, of Lakeland, Georgia passed away late Monday afternoon September 11, 2012 in the Louis Smith

Memorial Hospital in Lakeland after a lengthy illness. She was born July 29, 1940 in Huddleston, Virginia to the late Bufford and

Claira Dossie (Stevens) Witt. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Robert V. Plehn. Her

survivors include a daughter and son-in-law: Michele and Dwayne Ayres of Jacksonville, FL; a sister: Claudine Hubineks of Avon

Park, FL; a brother: Reecie Witt of Altavista, VA; a cousin: Shelby Fileger of DeLand, FL; lifelong friends: Carol Stevens, Jim

and Sylvia Cline; and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M Friday morning in the

Greenlawn Cemetery in Lakeland. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the family.

PLOWDEN, Loree Murray Plowden

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/loree-ree-murray-plowden/)

Loree “Ree” Murray Plowden, age 98, of Valdosta died Thursday, March 14, 2019 at the Fellowship Home. She was born in

Arlington, GA on September 8, 1920 to the late John Leon and Annie Mae Dennis Murray and had lived in Valdosta since 1952.

Mrs. Plowden was a member of the First Presbyterian Church where she served with the Break Bread Program. She was retired

secretary with the Pathology Department at South Georgia Medical Center and then served as a Pink Lady. Survivors include

two sons and daughters-in-law, Herman Arthur, Jr. and Linda Plowden of Milledgeville, GA, John Murray and Eva Plowden of

Valdosta; three grandchildren, Dawn Toth, Kyle S. Plowden, Jessica Narran; three great grandchildren, Courtney Schierloh,

Brady Jepson, Kelsey Jepson; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Arthur

Plowden, Sr. and two sisters, Doris Hatcher and Beth Harrell. Graveside services will be at Dickey Presbyterian Church

Cemetery in Dickey, GA. Memorials may be made to the Break Bread Program, 313 N. Patterson St., Valdosta, GA 31601 or to

Halcyon Hospice, 101 Northside Dr., Bldg E., Valdosta, GA 31602. Carson McLane Funeral Home is entrusted with the

arrangements.

PLUMMER, Kathryn Irene Plummer


Kathryn Irene Plummer, age 75, of Quitman, GA went to be with the Lord on Wednesday January 22, 2020, at Fellowship Home

at Brookside after a lengthy illness; she was surrounded by her loving family members. She was born on October 26, 1944 in

Winchester, IN to the late Earl Stutsman and Margaret Elizabeth (Manker) Plummer. Kathryn was a loving mother,

grandmother, and great-grandmother to her family. She was a devoted nurse and practicing Christian. Ms. Kathryn also had a

very special love for mermaids. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, George and Max Plummer; and

a great-grandson, Keegan Lembke. Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law, Michael Wade and wife Nancy of San

Antonio, TX, Christopher Psiaki of Franklin, NC; daughters and son-in-law, Joann and Max Lewis of Quitman, GA, Mary Darda of

Valrico, FL; 8 grandchildren: Kristin, Amy, Cassie, Niki, Max III, Hannah, Madison, Cameron; 8 great-grandchildren: James,

Annalee, Courtney, Kallie, Kyson, Rebecca, Samuel, Jacob; Sister, Marilyn S. Daugherty. The family of Ms. Kathryn will have a

private family service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Halcyon Hospice of Georgia, 515 North St. Augustine

Road, Valdosta, GA 31601; or to the Fellowship Home at Brookside, 470 Fellowship Home Lane, Valdosta, GA 31602. The

Plummer Family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

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PLYMALE, Nancy Gordy Plymale

(Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 9 November 2020)

Nancy Gordy Plymale, age 76, of Boston, GA, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2020 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Funeral

Services will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at Ochlocknee City Cemetery. Mrs. Plymale was

born in Ochlocknee, GA on June 6, 1944 to the late Rex Durwood Gordy & Emma Lou Edwards Gordy. She married Alvin Mack

Plymale on March 20, 1996 in Thomasville, GA, who survives. She worked for Flowers Baking Company for 45 years and was a

former member of Morningside United Methodist Church. Survivors include, husband, Alvin Mack Plymale of Boston, GA,

daughter, Teri Walter (Paul) of Thomasville, GA, grandchildren, Ashley Pennington and Chad Pennington (Victoria) both of

Jackson, MS, great-grandchildren, Mason Pennington and Brayden Pennington. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rex &

Emma Gordy.

PLYMALE, Valeria Plymale


Valeria Plymale, age 93, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at her residence following an extended

illness. Mrs. Plymale was born on August 3, 1923, in Hoboken, GA, to the late Wiley Lazarus Dowling and Mary Cordia Thomas

Dowling. Mrs. Plymale earned a degree in psychology from UGA. She taught school at Satilla School and retired from Coffee

County DFC after serving 34 years as director. She was a member of First Baptist Church. Survivors include her three

daughters, Nina (AL) Davis of Cordele, GA, Jane (Tony) McPherson of Tifton, GA, and Sarah (Darren) Shrouder of Douglas, GA;

three sons, Earl (Paulette) Plymale of Nashville, GA, Marcus Plymale of Douglas, GA, and Steve (Diane) Plymale of Laurinburg,

NC; eleven grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; sister, Beatrice Dowling (Bill) Jones of Macon, GA; two sisters-in-law,

Mary Louise Dowling of Hazlehurst, GA, and Cora Dowling of Hoboken, GA; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in

death by her husbands, Lauren Day and R.C. Plymale; four brothers, Fred Dowling, Edwin Dowling, Vernon Dowling, and Perry

Dowling; and two sisters, Delores Drury and Betty Jones. Funeral services were Friday, June 16, 2017, at First Baptist Church.

Interment followed at Reedy Branch Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PLYMEL, Ellis D. Plymel

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 7 July 2015)

Mr. Ellis D. Plymel, age 68, passed away on July 7, 2015 in Mayo, FL. Ellis was born November 27, 1946 in Dowling Park, FL to

Wilbur Ellis Plymel and Betty Marie (Lee) Plymel. Ellis enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding horses. He had a great passion for

picking and playing the guitar. He and his wife, Linda, traveled the United States by driving semi-trucks together for over 20

years. Ellis was preceded in death by Wilbur Ellis Plymel, his biological father, Paul Plymel, his daddy, and his mother, Betty

Marie Lee Plymel. Mr. Plymel is survived by: his wife 48 of years, Linda Plymel; children Lisa Suzette (Drew Jr.) Bell of Mayo and

Alvin Dewan (Rachel) Plymel of Alexandria, TN; grandchildren Dustin Bell, Ashley Howell, Paige Williams, and Hayden Plymel, 9

great grandchildren; siblings Ronnie Plymel, Dallas Plymel, Jimmy Plymel, Velton Plymel, Patricia Ann Ash, Diane Ambrose, and

Melissa Washburn; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Burns Funeral

Home of Mayo. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Wayfare Cemetery. Those who wish can make memorial

donations to Haven Hospice of Lake City in Ellis's memory.

PLYMEL, Ronald Herbert Plymel


Mr. Ronald Herbert Plymel, age 66, passed away on March 26, 2017. Ronald was born June 21, 1950 in Dowling Park, Florida to

Mr. Paul D. Plymel and Betty Marie Lee Plymel. Ronald was a heavy equipment operator and in his spare time he enjoyed hunting,

fishing, watching WWF wrestling and soap operas. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents Mr. Paul D. Plymel and Betty

Marie Lee, a stepson Brian Hodges, and two brothers Ellis and Jacob Eugene Plymel. He is survived by his wife of 35 years Mrs.

Carolyn Plymel; son Edward Hodges Plymel; stepchildren: Ray Hodges, Lee Hodges, Ryan Hodges, James Hodges Brad Hodges,

Frankie Hodges and Lynn Gainey; brothers: Dallas Plymel Jimmy Larue Plymel, Belton Donnie Plymel; sisters: Patricia Ash,

Matilda Diane Ambrose, and Melissa Washburn; 13 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be Tuesday,

March 28, 2017 at Burns Funeral Home of Mayo. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Dowling Park. All


POFF, Espenranza Lyanna Poff


Espenranza Lyanna Poff, 41, died Wednesday (April 19, 2006) at her residence after a long illness. She was a native of Los

Angeles, Calif. She resided most of her life in Oklahoma before moving to Georgia 13 years ago. She was the daughter of the

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late Nancy Elizabeth Helton Bradway. She was a cook, waitress and a mother. Her hobbies were solving puzzles and watching

NASCAR. She attended Hoboken Baptist Church. Survivors include her children, Norman Allen Bradway II, Michael Eugene

Bradway and Shawnett Rene Bradway, all of Oklahoma, Jermie Russell Bradway, of Hoboken, and Richard Dale Ellison, of

Jacksonville, Fla.; her father, Norman Allen Bradway, of Blackshear; one sister, Juanita Rachel Bashaw, of Oklahoma; three

brothers, Edward Manuel Bradway, Paul Joseph Bradway and Gary Eugene Bradway, all of Oklahoma; one brother-in-law and one

sister-in-law, Bobby James Crawford and Romona Ann Crawford, of Hoboken; three nieces, Chyanne Marie Poff, Kaylee Nicole

Poff and Crystal Nicole Crawford, all of Hoboken; and three nephews, Christopher Michael Poff, Brent Alan Poff and Austin

Lewis Crawford, all of Hoboken. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Hoboken Cemetery. The family will receive

friends at the funeral home Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at

www.musicfuneralhome.com Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

POITEVINT, Glenda Kay Poitevint


Glenda Kay Poitevint, age 66, of Lakeland, GA passed away March 31, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on

March 7, 1952 in Mobile, AL to Allene (McGahee) Butler and the late Dallas Poitevint. She was a member of Lovejoy Community

Church. She had a heart of gold and was always caring for others. She enjoyed arts and crafts, traveling, and spending time

with her family. She was known by her family to be a shopaholic and a big spender. Survivors include: daughter & son-in-law,

Danielle (Jacob) Lange of Devils Lake, ND; son, Frank Nappo of Washington State; son & daughter-in-law, Eric (Lisa) Nappo of

Jacksboro, TN; grandchildren: Allene Dorr, Kayla Hathaway, Zachary Nappo, Meghan Farmer, Dakota Lange, Addison Lange,

Brianna Farmer, Callum Nappo; brother, Monte Poitevint of Lakeland, GA; sister, Tonya West of Kalispell, MT; brother, Bryant

Poitevint; sister, Nonda Poitevint; special aunt, Mamie Stephens of Lakeland, GA. As per her wishes she will be cremated and the

family will be having a memorial service Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at Lovejoy Community Church. The compassionate and caring

staff of Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is serving the Poitevint family.

POLAND, Carmen Brightwell Poland


Mrs. Carmen Brightwell Poland of Dahlonega, GA passed away on March 18, 2011 at the age of 72 at Archbold Medical Center in

Thomasville. Mrs. Poland was born in Thomasville October 31, 1938 to the late Zack Brightwell and Jeweldean K. Brightwell of

Thomasville who survives. She attended Thomasville High School and Airline School in Los Angeles, CA and began her career at

Southern Airways in Atlanta, then later worked for Republic Airways and Northwest Airlines. Mrs. Poland lived in the Chestatee

Community of Forsyth County for twenty-five years before moving to Lumpkin County in 2000. She is survived by her husband

Tom Poland of Thomasville, formerly of Dahlonega; her mother Jeweldean Brightwell of Thomasville, and her brother, Tom

Brightwell and Sharon of Orlando, FL. Memorial Services will be held Sunday, March 20, 2011 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral

Home,Inc. for friends and family. Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

POLAND, Margie Mae Blythe Poland


Margie Mae Blythe Poland, age 79, of Waycross, died Friday (March 16, 2018) at Coliseum Medical Center after an extended

illness. She was born in Waycross to the late Albert Clement Jr. and Margie McRae Blythe. She moved to Jones County after

she graduated nursing school at Mercer University and retired back to Waycross just 25 years ago. She was a woman of faith

and genealogy, she spent many days and hours volunteering her time to organizations that honored history including The Colonial

Dames, Daughters of the American Revolution, Daughters of the Confederacy and The Old Clinton Historical Society in Gray,

GA. She was very much in touch with her Scottish heritage by involving herself and her family in many traditions that were held

at First Presbyterian Church in Waycross where she was an elder of the church. She was a leader and advocate of “The Kirkin’

o’ the Tartan” which takes place annually at the church. She was a charitable and loving woman that was passionate about her

gardening and flowers. She loved to make jams and jellies, but her children and grandchildren were her true loves. More than

anything she loved family and spoiling her grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband,

Dr. Durward Moore Poland, and a brother, Richard Blythe Sr. She is survived by two children, Becky Poland Campbell of

Nashville, TN, Douglas Blythe Poland of Waycross, two grandchildren, Victoria Campbell of Nashville, TN, Joshua Campbell, of

Nashville, TN, a nephew, Richard (Beth) Blythe Jr., of Blackshear; two great-nephews, Walker and Ben Blythe of Blackshear,

and numerous other family members. A memorial service will be at First Presbyterian Church in Waycross. Miles-Odum Funeral

Home is in charge of the arrangements.

POLK, Charles Joe Polk, Sr.

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 17 April 2015)

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Charles Joe Polk, Sr., age 86, of Douglas, GA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2015, at his residence following an

extended illness. Mr. Polk was born on March 1, 1929, in Sandersville, GA to the late Josiah Isaac Polk and Sarah Lucetta

Jenkins Polk. Survivors include 2 sons, James M. (Lynn) Polk and Joe (Cheryl) Polk, Jr both of Douglas, GA; 1 daughter, Mary

Charmaine Polk of Douglas, GA; several grandchildren; great grandchildren; 3 sister-in-laws; Pat Polk, Patsy Polk, and Barbara

Polk all of Douglas, GA; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Belle Polk, a daughter, April

Lucetta Polk, four brothers, Billy Polk, Bubba Polk, Dan Polk, and Frank Polk, and a sister-in-law, Joyce Polk. Funeral Services will

be Friday, April 17, 2015 at First United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Lone Hill Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral

Home was in charge of the arrangements.

POLK, Dorothy Jane Polk


Mrs. Dorothy Jane Polk, age 61, of Macon, GA, passed away Monday, June 19, 2017, at Coliseum Northside Hospital following an

extended illness. Ms. Polk was born on June 11, 1956, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Donnie Edward Fortune and Regina Louise Theall

Fortune. Survivors include her 4 sisters, Donna Turner of Macon, GA, Regina Story of Macon, GA, Catherine (Neil Johns)

Copeland of Leesburg, GA, and Pennie (Mac) Juhan of Macon, GA; several nieces and nephews; and several great nieces and

nephews. Graveside services were Saturday, June 24, 2017, at Douglas City Cemetery. Interment followed at Douglas City


POLK, Frances Belle Pritchett Polk


Frances Belle Pritchett Polk passed away September 14, 2011, at Shady Acres Convalescent Home in Douglas, Georgia following a

long illness. She was born October 21, 1930, in Montgomery, AL. She and her family moved to Douglas, GA, in 1972 to start a

new business, Douglas Mechanical Contractors, Inc., where she worked as financial secretary for many years. After she retired,

she was very active in Living Hope Prison Ministry with her son and daughter-in-law, in addition to her duties as a homemaker

and spiritual leader of her family. She was preceded in death by her daughter, April Lucetta; her mother, Thelma Elizabeth

Roberson; her father, James Eugene Pritchett; her brothers, George Pritchett and Jimmy Pritchett and her sister, Linda

Crosby. She is survived by her husband, C. Joe Polk, Sr.; daughter, Mary Charmaine Polk; and sons, C. Joe Polk, Jr. and James

Matthew Polk; daughter-in-laws, Cheryl Polk, Lynn Polk; sister, Millie Ann Carson; grandsons, Michael James Polk, and Joshua

Ryan Polk; granddaughter-in-laws, Candis Polk, Dawn Polk; and granddaughter, Eva Louise Hunter; great granddaughters, Sara

Belle Polk, Abbiegale Polk, Brooklynn Polk, Riley Jo Polk, and several nieces and nephews. Her funeral service was Saturday,

September 17 at First United Methodist Church in Douglas, GA. Interment followed in Lone Hill Cemetery, Coffee County,

Georgia.

POLLARD, Charles Curtis Pollard, Jr.


Charles Curtis Pollard, Jr. age 89, of Valdosta, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at the Langdale Hospice House. Mr.

Pollard was born in Flora, IL on March 26, 1926 to the late Charles C. and Evelue Louise (Painter) Pollard, Sr. Mr. Pollard served

in the United States Army Air Corps with the Army Corps of Engineers in the Pacific Theatre. He also served in the Illinois

National Guard during the disaster of 1948 in the tornado destruction of the town of Bunker Hill. During the Cuban Missile

Crisis and the Vietnam Conflict he served as an advisor on waste and water treatment. Mr. Pollard was a member of the

American Legion Post 13, Knights of Columbus, VFW and was also a volunteer fireman. Charlie is preceded in death by a son Curt

Pollard, and a sister Amelia Pollard. Survivors include his wife, Georgia Pollard of Valdosta, GA; Children: Amy (Jim) Bramstedt

of Fairview Heights, IL; Curt (Patty) Pollard of Valdosta, GA; Mike (Susan) Pollard of Highland, IL; Marie (Jerry) Bramstedt of

Kansas City, MO; 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Martha Fox of Denver, CO; 1 brother, McKinley Pollard of

Maryville, IL; and several nieces, nephews and extended family members. A memorial service will be Wednesday, March 30, 2016

in the St. John's Catholic Church. The family requests that in lieu of flowers please make donations to Emory University

Hospital, 1364 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA. 30322. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta, is serving the Pollard family.

POLLARD, Virginia Pollard


Miss Virginia Pollard, age 82, died Monday morning in a West Florida Hospital after an extended illness. She was a lifelong

resident of Madison. Her sold survivor is a cousin, Mr. W. P. Blackwell, of Clewiston. Funeral services were held Wednesday at

Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Pineland Cemetery.

Elmer’s notes: according to her tombstone recorded in Pineland Cemetery her name was Rebecca Virginia Pollard and her birth

date was 8 September 1874.

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POLLER, Frank Poller


A celebration of life service for Frank Poller, age 86, will be Saturday at Church of Christ Written In Heaven, 617 Blackwell

Street. He was born Feb. 29, 2016 in Cairo (Grady County) the second child born to the late Calvin Poller and Idella Evers Poller.

At an early age, his father moved his family to Waycross where he attended public schools and graduated from Center High

School in 1949. In high school, he was an outstanding football and basketball player. He was also a member of the drama club

and the chorus. After high school he served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Peter’s

Missionary Baptist Church. In 1966, he moved his family to Miami, FL, and united with Mount Tabor Missionary Baptist Church

where he was a faithful member and served on the trustee ministry. Upon returning to Waycross in 1994, he reunited with St.

Peter’s Missionary Baptist Church. He retired from Metro Transit Authorities in Miami, FL, after 23 years of service. He

departed this life Wednesday (June 29, 2016) after an illness. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two

brothers, Alvin Poller and Bobby Poller. Those left to cherish his memory include his devoted wife of 59 1/2 years, Francine I.

Poller; 3 daughters, Paula (Lester) Parrish of Fayetteville, Lafonda (Ezra) Dawkins and Kathy (Leonard) Burns both of Winter

Haven, FL; 2 sons, James (Patricia) Poller of Salisbury, MD, and Wayne (Nathalee) Poller Sr. of Miami, FL; 2 sisters, Delores

Jones and Susan Crawford, both of Waycross; 1 sister-in-law, Mary Lee Poller of Philadelphia, PA; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-

grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousin and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Poller home, 806

Creagh St. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

POLLETTE, Bobette Kersey Pollette


Bobette Kersey Pollette, age 79 of Valdosta and formerly of Baxley, GA went to be with the Lord, Monday, October 19, 2020 at

her son’s home in Valdosta, GA after an illness and surrounded by her loving family and a caring hospice team. Bobette was one

of 17 siblings she loved very much; and was also a lifelong loving care taker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert

Pollette, her two sons, James Pollette and Roger Pollette and a granddaughter Ann Carter. Survivors include her daughter, Diane

Carter of Baxley, GA; son, James (Buddy) Pollette and wife Michelle of Valdosta, GA; 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be at the Corinth Baptist Church. The Pollette Family is be cared for by the Professional, Compassionate

staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

POLLOCK, Ida Mae Pollock

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/05/ida-mae-pollock/)

Ida Mae Pollock, age 88, of Valdosta died Monday, May 20, 2019. She was born on October 25, 1930 to the late Southwell

Slumber and Cleo Hollingsworth Hill and was a lifelong resident of this area. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church and

a retired Para Professional having worked at Clyattville Elementary School. She loved working with children, saving coupons,

reading and cooking and taking care of her family. Survivors include her son and daughter in law, Henry C. and Amanda Pollock of

Griffin, GA; her daughter and son in law, Amy P. and Danny Gooden of Griffin, GA; her daughter in love, Judy Pollock of

Valdosta; 13-grandchildren, 30-great grandchildren, 9-great great grandchildren; her brother, Edwin Hill of Valdosta. She was

preceded in death by her husband, Marvin L. Pollock, Sr; her sons, Marvin L. Pollock, Jr., William Jackie Pollock and a daughter,

Patresa Arlene Pollock and four brothers and three sisters. Funeral services will be held at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial

will follow in the Benevolence Cemetery.

POLLOCK, Marie Pollock


Marie Pollock, age 33, died August 22nd at Gainesville after a long illness. She is survived by her parents Page Gallon of Madison;

five sons, Tommy Hudson, Willie James Hudson and Emmanuel Pollock, all three of Madison; and Michael Gallon and Lamar Gallon

both of Jacksonville; three sisters, Mary Young of Madison, Janie Gallon of Jacksonville and Louise Williams of New York; four

brothers, Willie and Page Gallon, Jr., both of Jacksonville, Henry C. Gallon of Ft. Dix, NJ; and George Gallon of Newark, NJ;

four aunts, Liza Thompson of Madison, Frances Johnson of Jesup, GA; Mary Williams of Lake City; and Fannie Hall of Greenville.

Funeral services will be held Sunday September 3rd at St. James Baptist Church with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs

Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

POMAR, Suzanne Rogers Pomar


Suzanne “Susie” Rogers Pomar, born on July 8, 1962 in Jacksonville, FL, passed away at her home in Lee, FL on Wednesday, Nov.

30, 2016 at the age of 54. Aunt Boo, as she was affectionately known by many loved ones and friends, had a fun loving

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personality and was always up for an adventure, whether it be hiking up steep hills near Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco or

having margaritas in Ensenada, Mexico. She loved telling stories and was well known for her colorful tales and unique jokes and

expressions. Susie was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Pomar (1955-2009) and was the third born daughter of Lavis

Robert Rogers (1918-1998) and Annie Philben Merritt (1927-2001). Pomar is survived by her two sisters, Carolyn West of Ft.

Walton Beach, FL and Mavis Hightower of Jacksonville, FL. Susie was never able to have children and considered many of her

nieces and nephews as her own. Among them are: Tonyah Dawn Bellinger of Jacksonville, FL, Arron Shannon Hightower of

Lawrenceville, GA, and Joshua Carl Hightower of Jacksonville, FL as well as Bryan Mette, Lonnie Mette, Victor Mette, Shawn

West and Leeia Day. A memorial service was held at the First Baptist Church of Lee, Fl., on Saturday, Dec. 3.

POMEROY, William L. Pomeroy Jr.


Dr. William L. Pomeroy Jr., age 80, of Waycross, died Saturday (Aug. 13, 2016) at Gentiva Hospice in Athens after an extended

illness. Dr. Pomeroy was born in Waycross to the late William L. and Charlotte Weigel Pomeroy and lived most of his life in

Waycross. He was a graduate of Davidson College and Emory University Medical School. He served his country by joining the

United States Air Force. Before serving his country he received his doctorate and became a Doctor of Internal Medicine. After

his service he became an Internal Medicine Physician where he served and provided care to many families in Southeast Georgia.

Dr. Pomeroy was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Waycross for many years where he served faithfully, the American

Rose Society and the American College of Physicians. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife,

Anna Gordon Lewis Pomeroy, he was also preceded in death by his second wife, Sally Ford Pomeroy. He is survived by 2

daughters, Alice P. (Richard) Soderman and Anna Charlotte Pomeroy; 1 son, William L. (Lisa) Pomeroy III; 1 granddaughter,

Elizabeth Sarah Pomeroy; 2 sisters, Charlotte Miller and Ann Asbury and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A private

graveside service will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Rheumatoid Arthritis

Foundation, P.O. Box 78423, Atlanta, GA, 30357, American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or the

charity of one’s choice. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PONDER, Kenneth Neal Ponder


Services for Kenneth Neal Ponder will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral

Home Chapel with interment to follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mr. Ponder was born on October 20, 1935 in Grady County, GA to

the late O’Neal Ponder and Fannie Mae Butler Ponder. He was a member of Dawes Presbyterian Church and a 1953 graduate of

Thomasville High School. Mr. Ponder worked for Colonial Stores distribution until retirement and also worked in construction in

the Thomasville area for many years. He departed this life on Friday, September 8, 2012 at Brooks County Hospital. Survivors

to cherish his memory include his daughter Amy Lynn Ponder of Valdosta; son Jason Kenneth Ponder of Thomasville; daughter

Janet Welch of Moultrie; sister Dianne Ponder of Thomasville; brother and sister-in-law Larry and Janice Ponder of

Thomasville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, David Ponder. In lieu of flowers, memorials may

be made in his name to your favorite charity.

PONDER, Mrs. N. B. Ponder


Mrs. N. B. Ponder, age 72, of Lee, died Tuesday morning in the Madison County Memorial Hospital after an extended illness. She

was a native of Pennsylvania but had lived in Lee since 1945. She was a member of the Lutheran Church. She is survived by her

husband and one sister, Mrs. Charles Clark of Ft. Lauderdale. Funeral services were held Thursday in the Lee Methodist Church

and interment followed in Stonewall Cemetery.

Editor Elmer’s Note: From the Madison County Cemetery listings we find her name was Mary M. Kistler Ponder. Additionally she

was born 10 Dec 1887.

PONDER, Needham Benjamin Ponder


Needham Benjamin Ponder, age 83, passed away Sunday in the Bradford County Hospital in Starke after a long illness. He was a

native of Madison County the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Ponder. He was a carpenter for most of his life

living in California and later in Lee, FL. He was presently living in Starke. He was a member of the Lee Methodist Church.

Survivors include 1 daughter, Mrs. Irma Smiley of Jacksonville; 2 grandsons; 4 great-grandchildren and a number of other

relatives. Services were held Tuesday June 6, 1972 at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Stonewall Cemetery.

PONDS, John Raymond Ponds, Jr.

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John Raymond Ponds, Jr., age 50, of Valdosta, GA passed away Friday, Friday, March 21, 2014 at South Georgia Medical Center.

He was born on January 27, 1964 in Valdosta, GA to John Raymond, Sr. and Lucille Burrows. He loved to fish, swim, and go

bogging in the river. He is survived by his wife, Connie White of Valdosta, GA; 3 sons, Josh Ponds; John Ponds; Randy Ponds; 2

daughters, Shannon Ponds; Samantha White all five of Valdosta, GA; 2 brothers, Jerry Ponds, Mitchell Ponds both of Valdosta,

GA; 3 Sisters, Amy Adams of Houston, TX, Marie Morgan of Destin, FL, Alisha Ponds of Valdosta, GA; 2 grandchildren; and

numerous nieces and nephews. As per his wishes he will be cremated and no formal services will be held. Music Funeral

Services/Azalea Crematory of Valdosta is serving the family.

PONSELL, Lois M. Ponsell


Lois M. Ponsell, age 93, of Jacksonville, FL, died Tuesday (Jan. 31, 2017) at Brooksdale Assisted Living in Jacksonville, FL. She

was born in Waycross to the late Walter Ricks and Lizzie Irene Hall Ricks. She was a graduate of Waycross High School. Along

with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Odell Ponsell. She is survived by her daughter, Janice (Dan)

Fekety, her son, Randy (Sandra) Ponsell, and numerous other relatives. A graveside service will be Thursday at Oakland

Cemetery in Waycross. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PONSELL, Mary M. Rexroat Ponsell


Mary M. Rexroat Ponsell, age 93, of Waycross, died Monday (June 24, 2019) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an

extended illness. She was born in Rantoul, IL to the late Garlin and Leona Stanton Rexroat and made Waycross her home since

1965. She was an exceptional seamstress and a member of First Church of the Nazarene but had recently attended Kettle

Creek Southern Congregational Methodist Church. She loved to work in the garden, tend the pecan trees in her yard and had a

passion for singing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.T. Ponsell, a sister, Jeanne Rexroat

Paxton, two brothers, Himond Rexroat and Joe Rexroat. She is survived by five children, Teresa Granger (husband, Roger) of

Flowery Branch, Cathy Furlow (husband, Michael), of Edisto Island, SC, Tom Ponsell (wife, Rhonda) of Waycross, Susan Schmidt

(husband, Ed) of Waycross, Patty Hickox, of Waycross; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and

other relatives. A funeral will be at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Rehobeth Cemetery. In lieu of flowers

memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

PONSELL, Sharon Bennett Ponsell


Sharon Bennett Ponsell, age 52, died suddenly Friday (July 13, 2018) at her residence. She was a native of Ware County where

she lived most of her life. She was the daughter of the late Earl Eugene Bennett and was also preceded in death by a nephew,

Alec Rhett Browning. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Survivors include a daughter,

Ashley Ponsell of Blackshear, three grandchildren, Tegan Hartt, Zayden Pope and Ryker Goodin, her mother, Sarah Scott

(Bonnie Bennett), of Waycross, a brother, Stanley Bennett (wife, Melanie), of Millwood, a niece, Chynna Bennett, of Killeen, TX,

and other relatives. A graveside service will be Wednesday at Little Utah Cemetery near Axson. Music Funeral Home is in


POOLE, Bernard Lee Poole, Jr.

(Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, May 21, 2007)

Mr. Bernard Lee Poole, Jr. age 86, died Friday, May 16, 2008, in Madison. Services were Tuesday, May 20 at Beggs Funeral

Home in Madison. Burial followed at Hickory Grove Methodist Cemetery in Pinetta. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made

to Big Bend Hospice, 723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Mr. Poole was born January 27, 1922 in Herndon,

Virginia. He is the son of Bernard Lee Poole, Sr. and Jane Lynn Poole. He was a carpenter in Palm Beach County for many years

and moved to Madison in 1995. He attended the Hickory Grove Methodist Church in Pinetta. He is survived by a son, Gary Lee

(Connie) Poole of Stuart; a daughter, Gail (Dale) Hackle of Pinetta; four grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and many other

relatives.

POOLE, Donna Marie Poole

(Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 28 November 2020)

Donna Maria Poole began her life journey on February 10, 1959 to proud parents John Franklin Poole and Liza Spencer Poole. She

confessed Christ and was a baptized believer in Him. Donna grew up in the Greenville (Florida) community and was educated in

the public schools there. Arrangements have been entrusted to Tillman Funeral Home of Madison, ~A Hall-Moore Provider~,

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(850) 973-6677. Donna closed her life journey with a reminder to all about just how precious life is. She will be best

remembered by her loved ones and friends as one who was warm-hearted, caring, giving, and fun-loving. She never met a

stranger, for she greeted everyone with open arms. Most of all, Donna’s forever parting words, “I love you” will be embedded in

their hearts reminding them of her everlasting love. Donna’s parents and sister, Jeanetta preceded her in death. Cherishing her

memory are her sons: Jonathan Caine of Madison, and Jerald Martin of Valdosta, GA; daughter: Liza (Henry) Brinson; brothers:

Frank Arthur Poole and Leslie Poole, both of Madison, FL; and Prince (Claire) Poole of Crawfordville, FL; sisters: Mary (Jesse)

Hargett of Madison, FL; JoAnna Poole and Kathy Poole both of Lake City, FL; Angeleana Poole of Woodville, FL., and Margaretta

Bellamy-Simmons of Greenville, FL; five grandsons; an aunt, three great-aunts, two great-uncles, an abundance of nieces,

nephews, other sorrowing relatives.

POOLE, Genne Ester Poole


Mrs. Genne Ester Poole, age 89, Douglas, GA passed away at Hazlehurst Court and Rehabilitation Center in Jeff Davis County,

GA following an extended illness. Mrs. Poole was a homemaker and she was a member of the Broxton Methodist Church. She was

born on September 13, 1921 in Cushing, OK. Mrs. Poole was preceded in death by her husband: Herman L. Poole and mother:

Madeline V. Reynolds Parks. Funeral services were at Sims Funeral Home Wednesday, December 29, 2010. Interment will be in

the Satilla Gardens at a later date. Survivors include 1 son: Clifford Poole, of Spartanburg, SC; 1 grandson: James Michael Poole,

of Spartanburg, SC; several nieces and nephews.

POOLE, Gladys Louise Higgs Poole


Gladys Louise Higgs Poole, age 94, fell asleep in death on Tuesday (Dec. 25, 2018) after complications arising from a recent

injury. Originally from Waycross, she moved to Houston, TX in 2015. Born to Thomas and Leona Higgs on Sept. 23, 1924, she

was the second of seven daughters. As a faithful servant of Jehovah God, she upheld her Christian beliefs until her death. She

lived a full life in her 94 years and was preceded in death by her husbands, Jack Ballew, James Willis Poole and Johnnie Dickson,

and five of her sisters who were her best friends. She dearly loved and missed each of them, Frances Tillery, Myrtice

Chappelear, Frankie Sweat, Johnnie Boatright and Leona Miller, and by two granddaughters, Tonya Ballew and Kerri Ballew. She

is survived by two children, Thomas Lee Ballew and Jane Clifford; four grandchildren, Dustin Ballew, Christopher Ballew, Aubrey

Clifford and Cole Clifford; five great-grandchildren, Elijah, Jonathan, Darla, Avery, and Ezra; one sister, Clara Thomas; one

brother, James Higgs; and numerous nieces and nephews who adored her greatly. A memorial service will be Sunday at the

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1500 S. Georgia Pkwy. W., Waycross. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that

donations be made to the worldwide work of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

POOLE, Louvenia Graham Poole


A celebration of life service for Louvenia “Lou” Graham Poole, age 85, will be Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church. She was born

Dec. 24, 1932 in Waycross to the late James Hillie Johnson and Julia Mae Harmon Johnson. She was the oldest of five children.

She received her formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Center High School. She was

married to the late Burince Poole and they were blessed with five children. She was the owner and operator of Lou’s Snack Bar

and was known for her delicious fried fish. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was a member of Shiloh Baptist

Church where she was very active until her health failed. On Saturday (March 10, 2018) God called her from her earthly home

to her heavenly home. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, James Johnson Jr.

and Theodore Johnson. She leave her legacy in children, Margaret Poole Kite, Burnice Poole Jr., Cynthia Poole Smith, Tommy

Poole, Nathael Scott (Laura) and Sheryl Mitchell; her legacy continues in her sister, Emma Garrard and Martha Ann McPhaul;

sisters-in-law, Earlene Johnson, Aretha Johnson, Rosa Bell, Lelia Mae Baldwin and Mary Ann Parrish; brothers-in-law, Tommie

Poole (Angie) and Robert Poole (Betty); aunts, Fannie Lou Grayer (Willie) and Emma Harmon; a host of grandchildren; great-

grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Poole residence, 945 Pearlie Bowden Drive.

The body will lie in repose Saturday at the church. Interment will be in Waresboro Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are

entrusted to Fluker funeral Home.

POOLE, Marietta Joyner Poole


Marietta Joyner Poole, age 70, died suddenly Thursday (Jan. 21, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. She was a

native of Atkinson County who lived most of her life in the Waycross-Blackshear area. She was formerly employed by A-1

Answering Service. She was a devoted and loving homemaker, her children were her “heartbeat” that she deeply loved and

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cherished. She was the daughter of the late Henry Joyner and Irene Walker Joyner. She was preceded in death by her

husband, Edward Davis Poole, and four siblings, Benny Joyner, Parnell Joyner, Virginia Boyles and Buddy Joyner. Survivors

include three sons, David L. (Catherine) Corbitt of Pearson, Carlton (Shay) Corbitt of Waycross, and Chad Wilson of Blackshear;

2 daughters, Regina Corbitt of Hortense, and Carrie (Buddy) McQuaig of Blackshear; 8 grandchildren, Amanda Lankford,

Stephanie Corbitt, Valerie Corbitt, Cassidy Rae Corbitt, Conner Corbitt, Dylan, Lauren and Lindsey McQuaig; 9 great-

grandchildren, Destiny Lankford, Caitlyn Lankford, Phillip Lankford, Carly Lankford, Jaylynn Foster, Landan Foster, Ella

Jackson, Blayden Corbitt and Emvi Corbitt; 2 sisters, Earlene Stansell of Brockway, PA, and Lou Ellen Carter of Douglas; and

numerous nieces and nephews. Burial will immediately follow in Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of

arrangements.

POOLE, Marjorie Montgomery Poole

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 23 May 2019)

Marjorie Montgomery Poole, age 91, went to be with her Lord on May 23, 2019 at her home in Perry, FL surrounded by family.

Marjorie was born February 7, 1928 in Louin, MS to William Oree Montgomery and Claudia Williams Montgomery, she was the

youngest of eight children. Mrs. Poole was of the Baptist faith and was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Perry,

where she served in many capacities, most often in the children’s department. Marjorie had a passion for teaching small

children, she taught kindergarten at Happytime Preschool here in Perry, and also taught preschool and first grade in Mississippi.

Her greatest joy was being a homemaker, where she was a devoted wife for almost 72 years, and a loving mother to her

daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren. “Mrs. Margie” was preceded in death by her parents and siblings. Mrs. Poole

is survived by her husband Mr. Robert D. Poole; her daughters, Joan Brett (Gary) of Perry and Nancy Braun (Jeff) of Fort Mill,

SC; 4 grandchildren, Lauren Brett Rhea (Barry) of Birmingham, AL, Amy Brett Sherrer (Ryan) of Perry, Hayden Braun of

Juneau, Alaska, and Amelia Braun of Greenville, SC, 5 great grandchildren, Charley, Caden, and Elizabeth Rhea, and Presley, and

Ellie Sherrer; as well as a host of nieces and nephews, especially Bert Close (Janeen) of Peachtree City, GA and Trish Close of

Peachtree City, GA. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Perry. A private family

burial will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan

Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

POOLE, Robert David Poole

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 18 February 2020)

Mr. Robert “Bob” David Poole, age 94, passed away on February 18, 2020 in Perry, FL. Bob was born June 6, 1925 in Electric

Mills, MS to Mr. Leland Caldwell Poole and Annie Bell Holder Poole. Bob honorably served our country in the United States Army

Air Corps during World War II. Following his discharge from the Army he met and married Marjorie Montgomery during Jr.

college years at Jones County Jr. College in Ellisville, MS. From there he attended school at Mississippi State in Starkville, MS

graduating with a degree in chemical engineering. Upon graduation he accepted a job with Proctor and Gamble Corp. in Memphis,

TN and later transferred to be a part of the startup of the Foley paper mill (Buckeye) in Perry, FL. His career there covered

nearly 35 years. He had a heart for service, volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America, Salvation Army, Kiwanis Club, FCA,

Upward Sports, and served in many leadership capacities at First Baptist Church of Perry, FL. In retirement one of his favorite

roles was grandparenting. Bob was preceded in death by his wife of almost 72 years Marjorie Montgomery Poole, his parents

Leland and Annie Bell Poole, and one sister Betty Ann Berry. He is survived by two daughters Joan Brett and her husband Gary

of Perry, FL and Nancy Braun and her husband Jeff of Fort Mill, SC, four grandchildren Lauren Brett Rhea and husband Barry

of Birmingham, AL, Amy Brett Sherrer and her husband Ryan of Perry, Hayden Braun of Fort Mill, SC and Amelia Braun of

Greenville, SC, five great grandchildren Charley, Caden, and Elizabeth Rhea of Birmingham, AL Presley and Ellie Sherrer of

Perry, FL as well as a host of nieces and nephews, especially Bert Close (Janeen) of Peachtree City, GA and Trish Close of

Peachtree City, GA. A memorial service will be at First Baptist Church of Perry. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his

memory to Big Bend Hospice 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32308. All arrangements are under the direction of

Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

POOLE, Ruby Jo


Ruby Jo Poole, age 71, of Ray City, GA passed away Sunday, February 3, 2013 at her residence after a lengthy illness. She was

born on January 31, 1942 in Gadsden AL to the late James & Susie (Brown) Mann. Mrs. Poole was a waitress for 40 years raising

4 kids. She also worked as a librarian assistant for Ray City Library. She was Baptist by faith. She is preceded in death by her

parents, two sisters, and five brothers. Survivors include children: a daughter Darlene Hancock, of Nashville, GA; a daughter

Judy Greenwood, of Ray City, GA; a son, Danny Hancock, of Ray City, GA; a daughter, Sandra Poole, of Ray City, GA; four

grandchildren- Ruby Bennett, Melissa Mauldin, Christina Poole, & Joseph Hancock; nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Betty

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Christopher, of Robertsdale, AL; and a number of nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be held Friday, February 8, 2013 in

the First Baptist Church in Ray City, GA with burial to follow in Beaver Dam Cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA

is serving the family.

POORE, Ashleigh Loren Poore


NAHUNTA — Ashleigh “Sister” Loren Poore, age 2, of Nahunta, passed away Saturday (Aug. 22, 2015) at her residence. Born in

Brunswick, she was the daughter of Dustin Loren Poore of Waynesville, and Verdalee Nunez Flanagan of Nahunta. Survivors

include her parents, 4 brothers, Bailey Sapp of Jesup, Gavin Underwood of Waynesville, Brandon Krauss of Nahunta, and Dustin

Loren Poore Jr., of Waynesville; 2 sisters, Brooke Sapp of Jesup, and Brittany Sowell of Elizabethtown, KY; her maternal

grandmother, Dorothy Nunez of Waycross; her paternal grandparents, Earl Poore of Brunswick, and Shirley Poore of

Waynesville; her aunts and uncles, Sheri Clark of Nahunta, Julie Poore of Waynesville, Jason Poore of Waynesville, and Daniel

Poore of Brunswick; a special cousin, Elizabeth Mobley of Waynesville; several other aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. A

funeral will be Wednesday at Bay Harbor Brantley Church of God. Burial will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery. Arrangements are

with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

POPE, Angelena R. Pope


Angelena R. Pope, age 55, was born in Brooklyn, NY, at Saint Mary’s Hospital on July 26, 1959 to the proud parents Andrew and

Zelma Pope. “Angie” as she was called by everyone who knew her, and loved her, had a brilliant mind. She passed away at her

residence Saturday (Aug. 16, 2014). She graduated from Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School at the top of her class in 1980.

She prided herself in always achieving high grades in school. She went on to City College in Manhattan, where she began her

studies. After residing in Waycross for a period of time, she pursued a career as an LPN at Okefenokee Technical College. She

graduated in 2012. She was a mathematical whiz. She was the go-to person in the family whenever there was a math problem

that couldn’t be solved. She had been employed at Freedom National Bank in Brooklyn, NY, where she was being considered for

the position as bank manager. Locally, she was employed as a teller at Atlantic Coast Federal Credit Union. She was also a

cashier at Quick Change (Flash Foods). She had an amazing voice. She was a member of the young adult choir, “The New Day

Singers,” of Bridge Street A.W.M.E. Church. She was one of the choir’s soloists. She joined Macedonia Missionary Baptist

Church. She was a member of the Voices of Macedonia where she was a lead soprano. On Jan. 19, 1983, she gave birth to her

heart, her loving son, Darell. They were inseparable. She moved to Waycross to join Darell around 1989. She leaves to cherish

her memories a loving and devoted son, Darell Pope, of Waycross; 1 brother, Paul A. Pope, of Brooklyn, NY; 3 aunts, Rachel

Elizabeth Watson (mother figure) and Estella James, both of Waycross, and Virgaree Hicks, of Jacksonville, FL; special cousins,

Gail (Odel) Claitt, of Brooklyn, NY, Glenn (Gail) Johnson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. A

homegoing celebration of life will be held Saturday at Mason Temple C.O.G.I.C., 800 Daniels St. Burial will follow in Barnar

Memorial Gardens, Smith Road, Ware County. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, 1100 Ossie

Davis Parkway.

POPE, Annie Lee Pope

(Abstracted from the 17 March 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mrs. Annie Lee Pope, age 99, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017, at her residence following an extended

illness. Mrs. Pope was born on July 30, 1917, in Pearson, GA, to the late George Wesley Harrell and Florence Thigpen Harrell.

Survivors include: her daughter, Mellie Sue (Skip) Spellman of Atlanta, GA; three sons, Clifford (Shirley) Pope of Axson, GA,

Jerry (Ellen) Pope of Douglas, GA, and Gregory (Jackie) Pope of Douglas, GA; sister, Laura Lewis of West Green, GA; eight

grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded

in death by her husband, D.W. Pope; son, Harold Pope; two brothers, Richard Harrell and Lawrence Harrell; and two sisters,

Lethia O’Berry and Sarah Bennett. Funeral services were Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at Covenant Church. Interment followed

at Carver Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

POPE, Daniel R. Pope Jr.


Daniel R. Pope Jr., age 68, died Wednesday (May 4, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. He was a native of

Lumpkin, but he lived most of his life in Waycross. Following graduation from Center High School in 1966, he served in the

United States Army. After his military service, he became a self-employed contracted welder by the military. He was a member

of Macedonia Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel R. Pope Sr. and Addie Mae Morton Pope, two

brothers, Willie Fred Pope and Samuel C. Pope, and two sisters, Sheila Pope and Annie Louis Pope-Walker. Survivors include one

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daughter, LaTisha Smith-Pope of Waycross; two grandsons, Zhyloyn Smith and Quandarius Kennedy; one great-grandchild,

Amauri Fullwood; two brothers, Larry (Elizabeth) Pope of Waycross, and Curtis L. Pope Sr., of Cheltenham, PA; one sister, Julie

Ann Carter, of Miami, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church

No. 2 in Waresboro. Burial will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Friends may call at 1006 H.J. Echols Drive. Music Funeral Home

is in charge of arrangements.

POPE, Donald Gene Pope

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, July 31, 2013)

Donald Gene (Donnie) Pope, loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully on Friday, July 19, 2013

surrounded by his loved ones. He will be remembered for his tireless effort and support of his fellow Brothers and Sisters in

Christ, his love for people in general, especially his family. Donald was born January 15, 1941 to Lila and Robert Bern Pope, Sr., in

Jackson, MS. After graduating from Central High School in Jackson, he attended Westminster College Bible Institute, in

Tehuacana, TX. He started his calling preaching the word of God for the first time at the young age of 18. On July 2, 1965 he

married Glenda Teston. He served for 54 years as pastor and missionary for 44 years in several churches in Texas, Georgia and

most recently in New Mexico. In 1973 he started the Church Word Of Life in Eagle Pass and pastured for over 16 years, until

he moved to New Mexico. Pastor Donnie was preceded in death by his parents, Lila and Robert Bern Pope, his brother, Ronnie,

and his sister, Bonnie. He is survived by his wife, Glenda Teston Pope; sons, Bernie and wife Jennifer, Glynn and wife Angela, and

Jeffrey and wife Teresa; 10 grandchildren, Wesley, Elena, Michael, Melissa, Madison, Bennett, Andrew, Hanna, Emmanuel and

Robbie Pope. Funeral services for Rev. Pope will be held Friday, July 26, 2013 from the Homerville Congregational Methodist

Church. Roundtree Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

POPE, Elizabeth Pope


Elizabeth Pope, age 58, died Saturday (July 13, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health following an extended illness. She was a native

of Homerville but lived most of her life in Waycross. She worked as a floor technician at Waycross Health and Rehabilitation

and as a custodian at Ware County Middle School. She was a member of Shiloh Baptist No. 2. She was the daughter of the late

Sam Denton and Rutha Mae Sallet Denton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Larry Pope, three brothers, Willie

Denton, Floyd Denton and Billy Joe Denton, two sisters, Virginia Denton and Nancy Denton, and her step-father, Billy Works.

She is survived by her children, Demetrius Denton (wife, Kimberly) of Waycross, Sheila Thompson (husband, Jeffrey) of

Waycross, Larry Denton of Waycross, Delvin Denton (wife, Quintina) of Waycross, Kimberly Denton of Waycross, and Jennifer

Denton of Waycross; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Marie Bacon (husband, Johnny) of Waycross,

and Betty Joe Denton of Waycross; two brothers, Tony Denton (wife, Tomyka) of Waycross, and Elvis Denton (wife, Charlotte)

of Waycross; three sisters-in-law, Tammy Denton of Bainbridge, Tonya Denton of Blackshear, and Essie Denton of Waycross;

numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held at St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in

Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

POPE, Emma Ella Mae Douglas Pope


Emma Ella Mae Douglas Pope, age 96, died Saturday (June 10, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an

extended illness. She was a native of Atkinson County but she resided most of her life in Waycross. She was a homemaker and

longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church. She consecutively taught Sunday school at various places for more than 75 years,

and she was very active in Christian missions. She was preceded in death by her parents, John T. Douglas and Sarah Elizabeth

(Douglass) Douglas, her husband, Samuel Higgins Pope, one son, James C. Pope, one granddaughter, Regena Deal Cowman, and six

siblings. Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Pope (Jack) Jacobs of Waycross, and Malinta Pope (Junior) Peek of Moultrie;

one son, Edwin S. Pope of Alma; one daughter-in-law, Geri Pope of Ray City; six grandchildren, Marsha Deal Davis, Julie Deal

Albright, Jimmy (Allison) Pope, Tara Pope (John) Aguirre, David (Amy) Pope and Chanda Pope (Robbie) Bourgeois; 18 great-

grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at Calvary Baptist

Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

POPE, Ethel M. Pope


Funeral for Ethel M. Pope. 91, of Pearson, who died Friday morning (Nov. 9, 2007) in Georgia Medical center, Valdosta, will be

Saturday at 1 p.m. at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Sandybottom, with the Rev. Rochelle McCrae presiding and the Rev. Jacob

West Jr. giving the eulogy. Burial will be in Holmes Chapel Cemetery in Homerville. Friends are being received at the Pope

residence, 236 S. King St., Pearson. She was a native of Sandybottom Community of Atkinson County and the daughter of the

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late Sampson Cooper and Lula Holmes Cooper. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Hance Pope and two children. She

was a member of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Sandybottom.Survivors include three children, Dorothy Vickers (Autrice, Betty

Drayton and Ostella (Bubba) Pope (Gloria), all of Pearson; a sister, Clara Marshall, of Cocoa, Fla. and a host of other relatives.

Arrangements are with Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

POPE, Gloria Jean Strickland Pope


Gloria Jean Strickland Pope, age 71, of Morganton, NC, passed away Friday (Feb. 17, 2017). Beloved mother, wife, sister and

grandmother, has gone to be with her heavenly father. She was so many things to so many people. She was a loyal friend, a

trusted confidant and advisor and there was nothing she wouldn’t do for a loved one in need. She loved to laugh and make others

laugh, and she was quick to remind everyone not to take themselves too seriously. She loved to play cards, especially with her

bridge club and her family. She loved to dance and particularly loved shag dancing. She had a beautiful singing voice, and used to

sing in her church choir. She was a phenomenal cook and worked many years in the kitchen of First Baptist Church for Family

Night dinners. She was born Nov. 10, 1945 in Waycross. She was a graduate of Georgia Southern College, with a bachelor’s

degree in home economics education. She was Miss Georgia Southern College, 1967. She worked as a juvenile probation officer

and in a job placement facility in her younger years. What she really did was raise her family. She was a wonderful homemaker,

not only in her own home, but in her children’s homes as well. She was the most loving and nurturing wife and mother that anyone

could ask for, and she taught her family to be loving and nurturing as well. She took her greatest delight in her grandchildren.

She loved to watch them grow, and learn, and she was always willing to accompany them on their infinite childhood adventures.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin James Strickland and Addie Strickland, and by her sisters, Beatrice Allen and

Frances Strickland. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Thomas D. Pope, her sons, Jason M. (Kelly) Pope of Hickory, NC, and

David M. Kerry) Pope of Buford, her grandchildren, Matthew, Amelia, Elizabeth and Lincoln, and her sisters, Carolyn Bullard of

Waycross, and Ann Bowen of Ashton. The funeral will be in the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church (502 W. Union St.,

Morganton). A private family graveside service will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Burke

Hospice and Palliative Care, 1721 Enon Road, Valdese, NC 28690 or to The Mission Rathbun House, in care of Mission Health

System, Regional Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 5363, Asheville, NC 28813. Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is

assisting the family.

POPE, Hilda Marsh Pope


Mrs. Ray (Hilda Marsh) Pope, age 90, of Waycross, died Tuesday (April 4, 2017) at her residence after a short illness. She was

born in Statesboro to the late Herbert and Bernice Smith Marsh. She attended Georgia Women’s College in Milledgeville and

was the owner and operator of Pope Concrete Products in Waycross for many years. She was a member of Trinity United

Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Junior Woman’s Club, Magnolia Garden Club and the Waycross Exchangettes. She

enjoyed her weekly bridge games for more than 50 years and also travelling with family in her retirement years. In addition to

her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Pope, one sister, Helen Mathis, four brothers, Herman Marsh,

Husmith Marsh, Windel Marsh and Harry Marsh. Survivors include four children, Ray (Martha Ann) Pope Jr. of Richland, WA,

Jerry (Debbie) Pope of Waycross, Steve (Shelia) Pope of Waycross, and Nancy (Lewis) Brinson of Fitzgerald; nine

grandchildren, Erica Brinson (Ace) Andersson of Savannah, Jessica (Larry) Cox of Waycross, Jake (Jasmine) Brinson of Rincon,

Preston (Bianca) Pope of St. Simons Island, John Pope of Savannah, Haley (Simon) Peed of Macon, James Pope of Lyons,

Jennifer Wilkerson of Seattle, WA, and Mindy Pope of Atlanta; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister, Annette Bailey of Waycross;

one brother, Jerry (June) Marsh of Statesboro; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at the

Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Trinity United Methodist

Church, 1005 Church St., Waycross, GA 31501.

POPE, Larry Pope


Larry Pope, age 58, died suddenly Wednesday (Aug. 2, 2017) at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs, FL, after a short illness.

He was a native and resident of Waycross. He took up carpentry in Job Corps and then worked for Robbins Forestry for 20-plus

years. He was the son of the late Daniel Pope Sr. and Addie Mae Morton Pope. He was also preceded in death by three brothers,

Samuel Pope, Willie Pope and Daniel Pope Jr., and two sisters, Shelia Pope and Annie Lois Pope Walker. He leaves to cherish his

memory his wife of 41 years, Elizabeth Pope, six children, Demetrius (Kimberly) Denton, Shelia (Jeffrey) Thompson, Larry

Denton, Delvin (Quintina) Denton, Kimberly Denton, and Jennifer Denton, 12 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one

brother, Curtis (Cynthia) Pope, one sister, Julie Ann Carter, and a host of nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday at St.

John’s Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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POPE, Leonard C. Pope


Leonard C. Pope, age 87 of Irwin County, died Sunday, December 4, 2011, at the Irwin County Hospital in Ocilla. Sheriff Pope

was born August 28, 1924, in Irwin County to the late Edwin Cleveland and Martha Jane Sutton Pope. He lived in Irwin County all

of his life and was a farmer. Mr. Pope served as Sheriff of Irwin County for 24 years from 1973 until his retiring in 1997. He

was a member and deacon emeritus of Frank Primitive Baptist Church. His professional memberships include: Georgia’s Sheriffs’

Association, Ocilla-Irwin Chamber of Commerce, and the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes Association. He also enjoyed being a

member of the Ocilla Rotary Club. The Chamber honored him in 1996 by naming him the Citizen of the Year and also asking him

to serve as the Grand Marshall for the 1996 Sweet Potato Festival Parade. The Georgia State Senate honored Sheriff Pope in

1998 with a resolution highlighting his law enforcement career and service to the people of Irwin County and the State of

Georgia. Sheriff Pope was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Harper Pope, two sons, Terry Leonard Pope and Michael

Wayne Shuman, a brother, Edwin C. Pope, and a sister, Elizabeth Collins. He is survived by his wife, Lenora Day Pope of Irwin

County; children, Kenneth Michael (Shirley) Pope of Marietta, Roma Faye (Michael) Clark of Carl, William Darrell (Sharon)

Shuman of Broxton, David Lee Shuman of Irwin County, and Terri Lynn (Chuck) Daughtrey of Tifton; 18 grandchildren and

several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at Frank Primitive Baptist Church.

Interment will follow in the Paulk Cemetery, near his home, in Irwin County. Paulk Funeral Home of Ocilla is in charge of

arrangements.

POPE, Mildred Heard Pope


Mildred Florence Heard Pope, 92, of Waycross died Friday (Oct. 28, 2005) afternoon at Satilla Regional Medical Center. She

was born April 3, 1913 in Lee County, AL, the daughter of Edward Zellars Heard Sr. and Sue Evie Mitchell Heard Thompson. She

lived in Waycross since 1945. She was a long time active member of First Baptist Church of Waycross, where she had previously

played the piano for children's Sunday School and was previously active in the Jolly Friends program. She was a life-long avid

bridge player where she was active in several bridge clubs around Waycross and was a long time member of the local garden

clubs. She was renowned for her cooking skills and was a dedicated homemaker, mother, grandmother and friend. In addition to

her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Lee Pope, one sister, Mary Susan Heard Crofton, and one brother,

Edward Zellars Heard Jr. Survivors include two sons, Jerry Lee Pope (Judy), Lawrence, KS, and Dr. Thomas D. Pope (Jean),

Morganton, NC; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and other relatives. A funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 11

at First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday morning, one hour prior

to the service at the church. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

POPE, Robert Jackson Pope

(Abstracted from the 3 August 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper

Mr. Robert Jackson Pope, also known as Bob and Bobby, passed away at the age of 60, at Peace Health Hospital in Vancouver,

WA, on July 11, 2016. Bob, the son of Robert Van and Shirley Cady, was born in Jacksonville, FL. He graduated from Central

Holmes Academy in Lexington, MS and furthered his education in the forestry program at Mississippi State University. Bob

worked in many capacities in the manufactured home industry. He started as assistant to the janitor at the age of fourteen. As

a college student, he worked the line and made his way up through the purchasing department to plant manager. He earned his

first management job in California and started his own ‘See American While You Work’ program with stops in Georgia, Arizona,

and California. His travels did not end until he visited Northern California, Texas, and Oregon with his last stop in Pendleton,

OR. He was known and well liked in the industry. Bob married his high school sweet-heart, Barbara Stephenson, October 1980 in

Lexington, MS. He is survived by Barbara and their children: Kelly Seeley, Kevin (Jenn) Pope, and Chris Pope. Bob is also the

proud grandfather of Kaden Seeley. His mother, Shirley Cady Pope, and brother, Rick Pope, join in this close family’s loss. Bob

loved his family and wanted to take care of us. His faith has provided peace and comfort. He lived a life that showed grace,

service, and love of the Lord. Bob is preceded in death by his father, Van, and his grandparents, Albert and Vira Pope, and

Gerald and Sally Cady. There will be a memorial service on Sunday, August 7, 2016, at Stokesville Baptist Church. The family

suggest memorial contributions to Stokesville Baptist Church in lieu of flowers. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements held on Saturday, August 6, 2016.

POPE, Robert Van Pope


Robert Van Pope, age 73 of Camas, WA, formerly of Douglas, GA, passed away Thursday, October 6, 2011, at Southwest

Hospital in Vancouver, WA. Mr. Pope was born in Coffee County, GA, on December 11, 1937. He was retired from Fleetwood

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Industries. He was a member of the Northside Baptist Church in Vancouver, WA. Survivors include his wife, Shirley Jean Pope

of Camas, WA; 2 sons, Robert J. Pope of Pendleton, OR, and Richard A. Pope of Riverside, CA; 1 brother, Wayne M. Pope of

Marietta, GA; 1 sister, Laura Mell Pope of Douglas, GA; grandchildren, Kelly Seeley of Camas, WA, William Van Pope of

Beaverton, OR, and Christopher Pope of Eugene, OR; great grandchild, Kaden Seeley of Camas, WA; and several nieces and

nephews. Funeral services were Sunday, October 16, 2011, at Stokesville Baptist Church. Entombment followed in the

Stokesville Cemetery.

POPE, Wanda Griffis Pope


Wanda Griffis Pope, age 69, died Sunday (June 25, 2017) at Harborview of Pierce County after an extended illness. A native of

Clinch County, she was formerly employed by Jimbo’s Barbecue and Standard Container (Brockway) in Homerville. She attended

Assembly Lighthouse in Homerville and Argyle Church of God. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rubin Griffis and

Juanita V. Royals, and her husband, Jodie Pope. Survivors include 10 siblings, Darlene Rouse of Lakeland, Anita Pruitt of

Lakeland, Buddy Royals of Perry, FL, Doodle Griffis of Argyle, Teresa Smith of Homerville, Deryl Griffis of Argyle, Billie Sue

Godwin of Waycross, Ricky Griffis of Homerville, Penny Crumbley of Waycross, and Robin Griffis of Argyle; and numerous

nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Camp Branch Providence Cemetery

in Manor.

POPE, Willie Fred Pope


Willie Fred Pope, 57, died suddenly Sunday (Jan. 16, 2011) at his residence. He was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross.

He graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in business management. He also served in the United

States Air Force. He is the son of the late Daniel Pope Sr. and Addie Mae Morton Pope. He is also preceded in death by one

brother, Samuel Pope, and one sister, Annie Lois Pope Walker. Survivors include one daughter, Nanfertawey "Nikki" Pope Dixon

(husband Michael), of Martinez; two grandchildren, Kendrick and DeAndre Dixon; three brothers, Larry Pope (Elizabeth), of

Waycross, Daniel Pope Jr., of Waycross, and Curtis Pope (wife Cynthia), of Cheltonham, Md.; one uncle, Walter Carter Sr., of

Albany; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church No. 1 in

Waresboro. Burial will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at

www.musicfuneralhome.com Pope.

POPHAM, A.C. Popham


SYLVESTER — A.C. “George”, “Bubba” Popham, 84, of Sylvester, died Thursday (May 31, 2012) at his residence, after a battle

with cancer. A memorial service will be held at Pinson Memorial United Methodist Church in Sylvester Saturday (June 9) at 11

a.m. He requested that his body be donated to the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta for medical research. He was born

April 10, 1928 to the late Lester Clarence and Lovie Cleo Higginbotham Popham in Waycross. He was a graduate of Wacona High

School, in Waycross, Morton Electrical College, Bliss Electrical School, in 1948, Carnegie University in 1952, and Johns Hopkins

McCoy College in 1958. He lived in Sylvester for the past 10 years after spending 12 years of his retirement life in Tampa, Fla.

He and his wife Nancy raised their family for 34 years in Severna Park, Md., where he was employed as an electrical engineer

and program manager at Westinghouse Electric Corp. His 42-year career in air, sea and undersea defense programs included

stints working in Iran, Morocco and with NATO in Germany. He was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was a great friend

whose wit, generosity and thoughtfulness were appreciated by many. He had a passion for his family and community service, and

he was an avid follower of government, politics, sports and current events. He was articulate, humorous and known to “tell it like

it is.” He was an accomplished gardener and grillmaster. He was a member of Pinson Memorial United Methodist Church, United

Methodist Men’s Club, the Sunshine Club and Worth Lodge No. 194 F.&A.M., the Temple Terrace Presbyterian Church and Meals

on Wheels in Tampa, Fla. He was a member of Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church in Severna Park, Md., was a charter member

and president of the Severna Park Kiwanis Club. He was a baseball coach in the GSPLL. He was a big fan of the Baltimore

Ravens/Colts and the Baltimore Orioles. Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Nancy Johnston Popham, of Sylvester;

children, Jeffrey J. Popham (Mary), of Bristol, R.I., Melinda A. Popham, of Annapolis, Md., and Andrew J. Popham (Melissa), of

N. Little Rock, Ark.; grandchildren, Jay, Michael, Grace, Sarah, Audra, Mallory, Kara and Harrison Popham; sisters, Shirley

Arline Roberts, of Inverness, Fla., Rose Westberry, of Tampa, Fla., brother, Dale Popham, of Clermont; and numerous cousins,

nephews, and nieces. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Jill, in 2000, and by his brother,

Maitland, in 2002. Pinson Methodist Church will have a reception following the memorial service for the family and friends in

the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pinson Memorial U.M. Church — www.pinsonmethodist.org —P.O.

Box 118, Sylvester, Ga. 31791, or to Worth Lodge — www.worthlodge194.org — P.O. Box 1, Sylvester, Ga. 31791, or to Southern

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Care Hospice—www.southerncareinc.com) —412 First St. SE, Moultrie, Ga. 31768. For the guestbook and condolences, visit

www.banksfh.com Banks Funeral Home in Sylvester is in charge of the arrangements.

POPHAM, Phillip E. Popham


SYLVESTER - Phillip E. Popham, 67, died Monday (July 10, 2006) at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. A native of Clinch County,

he had lived in Sylvester since 1979. He was the son of the late Jacob Rudolph Popham Sr. and Mary Louise Kirton Popham. He

served in the U.S. Army and as the president of Popham Mechanical Contractors of Albany. He was a member and Past

Worshipful Master of Worth Lodge F&AM NO. 194, of Hasan Temple, a 32nd Degree Mason and member of the Scottish Rite.

He was a member and trustee of Pinson Memorial United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Chadine James Popham,

of Sylvester; daughters, Nita Cross (Mike), of Valdosta, Phyllis Lewis (Jeff), and Mary Ann Welch (Clayton), both of Sylvester;

brothers, William "Bill" Hedgepath, of Waycross, Winford "Wink" Popham, of Brunswick, Dorsey Popham, of St. Marys, Russell

Popham, of Blackshear, Jacob "Jake" Popham Jr., of Blackshear, and John A. Popham Sr., of Sylvester; a sister, Annette Bowen,

of Waycross; five grandchildren, Rachele Cross, Miranda Cross and Tyler Cross, of Valdosta, and Thomas Lewis and Kara Lewis,

of Sylvester; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Pinson Memorial United

Methodist Church with Dr. Dan Williamson officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery. The family will receive friends at

Banks Funeral Home in Sylvester between 7 and 9 p.m. today. Flowers will be accepted or a memorial gift may be sent to: Pinson

Memorial United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 118, Sylvester, Ga. 31791, or the American Cancer Society, 325 Carter Road,

Sylvester, Ga. 31791. Banks Funeral Home, 208 North Main St., Sylvester, is in charge of arrangements.

POPHAM, Winford Ansel Popham


Winford Ansel “Wink” Popham, age 80, passed Sunday (Nov. 29, 2015) at Hospice of the Golden Isles in Brunswick after an

extended illness. He was a long-time resident of Brunswick and a member of Everett Baptist Church. He was a man that truly

loved his country, family, friends and work. A proud native of Manor, he graduated from Manor High School in 1953, continuing

on to the Massey Business College in Jacksonville, FL, where he earned an associate in business degree. During his four years of

service in the U. S. Air Force, he served part of his tenure as the administrative assistant to General Curtis LeMay, Commander

of the Strategic Air Command (SAC). Upon completing his military commitment to this country, he returned to Brunswick and

became a long-standing leading member of the Plumber-Pipefitters UA Local 177. One of his significant regional

accomplishments was serving as the project lead for installing the water service in Ware County. He later joined his brothers in

developing and enhancing the capabilities of Popham Mechanical Contractors. He was devoted to his wife, daughters and

granddaughter, all whom he loved so very much and never failed to care for and support. He not only provided mentoring and

support to fellow workers, he also was a positive impact on the lives of so many family members and friends — always laced with

wit and kindness. After “retirement,” he did not slow down. He built shrimp boats and ran a successful shrimping operation for

many years. His pride and joy was the boat Lady Chelsea, named after his granddaughter. Even as his personal business

activities slowed he continued to search for opportunities and shared his ideas with others. He was the son of the late Jacob

Rudolph Popham Sr. and Mary Louise Kirton Popham. He was also preceded in death by five siblings, William “Bill” Langford

Hedgepath, Annette Popham Bowen, Darlene Virginia Popham, Dorsey Elton Popham Sr. and Phillip Edward Popham. Survivors

include his wife, Mara Lee Tindall Popham of Brunswick; 2 daughters, Marsha Popham (Denny) Leverette of Brunswick, and Anna

Popham DeLoach (Ed) Stamper of St. Simons Island; 1 granddaughter, Chelsea Stanford of Brunswick; 3 brothers, LTC Retired

Dan Russell (Elaine) Popham of Blackshear, Jacob Rudolph (Vera Sue) Popham Jr. of Blackshear, and John Allen (Kaye) Popham

of Sylvester; brothers and sisters of Mara Lee, LeRoy (Vivian) Tindall Jr. of Brunswick, Mack H. (Sandra) Tindall of Brunswick,

and JoAnn (Van) Tindall of Savannah; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will be Saturday at Kettle Creek

Church in Waycross. Interment will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to

Hospice of the Golden Isles, 1692 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick, GA 31525. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

POPPELL, Ava Lee Poppell


Ava Lee Poppell, age 93, passed away on July 1, 2018 in Perry, FL. Ava was born December 22, 1924 in Lake Bird, FL to Ira

Williams and Nellie Henderson Williams. Ava was a member of Burton Baptist Church. Ava was a Homemaker spending her life

dedicated to her son, grandson and loving husband. She loved painting and flowers. Ava was preceded in death by her parents

Ira Williams, and Nellie Henderson Williams, and her son Gary. Ava is survived by her husband of 72 years Walter Douglas

Poppell; her sister Elaine Russell, and daughter-in-law Ginny Poppell. Also survived by her grandson James (Tammy) Poppell great

grands Remi and Case, grandson Matt Brown (Kristina) great grands Autumn and Cayden, and granddaughter Suzannah Ray

(Chris) great grand Harli; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations to the Big Bend Hospice in Perry.

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Graveside services will be Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral

Home of Perry.

POPPELL, Betty E. Poppell


Betty E. Poppell, age 70, passed away on August 8, 2016 in Perry, FL. Betty was born May 11, 1946 in Jacksonville, Florida to Earl

Wood and Edith Ezell Wood. Betty was a member of Evangel Christian Fellowship. Betty lived in Jacksonville for many years,

where she became a businesswoman owning several gas stations off of Beach Blvd. She eventually moved backed to Perry where

she assisted her mother Edith and her husband Lionel at their business Frith Bookkeeping and Tax Income Service, later

becoming co-owner with her husband Hugh after Mrs. Edith passed away in 2001. Betty was a very generous lady, and helped

many people in many different ways, without others ever knowing. She was a dedicated wife, and was very kind, loving, and

generous toward her children and grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by parents Earl Wood and Edith Ezell Wood Frith,

her step father Lionel Frith, and her son Hugh William Poppell. Mrs. Poppell is survived by her daughter Crystal Poppell and her

children Rachelle, Bobby, Caleb, Luke, Gracie, and Brianna Muller; her daughter Stacey Sealey Fike, and her children Zachary

and Abigail Fike; as well as a host of cousins. A Graveside funeral service will be Friday, August 12, 2016 at Pisgah Cemetery. All


POPPELL, Bonnie Gene Poppell


Bonnie Gene Poppell, age 58, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at her residence in Perry, FL. She was born in Cottage

Grove, OR to the late Ordell Creston Iverson and Frances Muriel Malcom Iverson. She was of the Lutheran faith. Coming from

Nebraska, she had lived in Perry for 30 years. She worked as a QC Technician at Chemring Ordnance formerly known as Martin

Electronics. She enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. Survived by her husband of 19 years, Ronnie Poppell of Perry, FL; (1) son,

Stephen Poppell of Perry, FL; (3) daughters, Carmen Dorman and husband Philip of Perry, FL, Noella Houston of Tallahassee, FL

and Krystle Poppell of Texas; and (3) grandchildren, Hannah, Gage and Conner Dorman. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P.

Burns Funeral Home on Friday, December 24, 2010.

POPPELL, Douglas Howard Poppell


Douglas Howard Poppell, age 97, died November 2, 2016 in Quincy, FL. Born to James Bennett Poppell and Delia Kirkland Poppell

in Leon County, FL on August 17, 1919. He was preceded in death by his parents, a loving wife, Elizabeth Carman Poppell, 3

brothers and a sister. He leaves behind a daughter, Sharon P. Franklin of Quincy, 4 sons: Howard S. (Ruth) Poppell of

Tallahassee, Walton Fain (Linda) Poppell of Madison, Samuel Edwin (Sue Anne) Poppell of Quincy, and John Albert (Deborah)

Poppell of Tallahassee, 12 grandchildren and 19 great children with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Poppell was a

lifelong farmer who enjoyed sharing his knowledge with everyone in his first book entitled "FROM THE SHADOWS OF

COONBOTTOM". His second book has just come out entitled "A GATHERING OF PIONEER WISDOM". He will be missed by all

who knew him, his quick wit and hardworking ways will forever live on through his children and grandchildren. Family will receive

friends at Sharon Franklin’s home, 214 Carlene Lane, Quincy, Florida, 32351 on November 5, 2016.

POPPELL, Gary Walter Poppell


Gary Walter Poppell, age 63, passed away on Monday, June 11, 2012 at his residence. Mr. Poppell was a native and lifelong

resident of Taylor County and was the son of Walter Doug Poppell and the former Ava Lee Williams. Mr. Poppell retired from

Buckeye after 34 years of employment in Mechanical Planning. He was a member of Burton Baptist Church and a Veteran of the

Vietnam War serving in the Army Airborne Rangers. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart, also receiving medals for the

National Defense Service Medal, Combat Infantryman’s badge, Parachute Badge, Vietnam Campaign Medal W/60 Device, Air

Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal W/V Device, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and

Vietnam Cross of Gallantry W/Palm Medal. Mr. Poppell was an avid woodsman. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Ginny

Poppell, of Perry, FL, his parents, Doug and Ava Lee Poppell, of Perry, FL, sons, James Poppell (Tammy), Matt Brown (Kristina), all

of Perry, FL, a daughter, Suzannah Ray (Chris), of Tallahassee, FL, (5) grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at Pisgah

Cemetery on Wednesday, June 13, 2012.

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Hugh Donald Poppell, age 67, passed away on August 8, 2016 in Perry, FL. Hugh was born July 27, 1949 in Perry, FL to Hugh

Weldon Poppell and Berdine Rowell Poppell. Hugh honorably served our country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam

War. Mr. Poppell was a member of Evangel Christian Fellowship. Hugh worked as a Deputy Sheriff and Special Investigator with

the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office for many years. He retired as a Correctional Officer from Madison Corrections after 20

plus years of service. He later married Betty Wood Hammock and became co-owner of Frith Bookkeeping and Tax Income

Service. Hugh was a member of the Perry Elks Lodge. He loved and was dedicated to his children and grandchildren. Hugh was

preceded in death by his parents Hugh Weldon Poppell and Berdine Rowell Poppell and his son Hugh William Poppell. Mr. Poppell is

survived by his daughter Crystal Poppell; grandchildren, Rachelle, Bobby, Caleb, Luke, Gracie, and Brianna Muller; his daughter

Stacey Sealey Fike; grandchildren Zachary and Abigail Fike; a brother Ronald Poppell; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews.

A Graveside funeral services will be Friday, August 12, 2016 at Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of

Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

POPPELL, Hugh William Poppell


Hugh William Poppell, age 41, passed away on October 5, 2012 in Perry, FL. Mr. Poppell was a native and lifelong resident of

Taylor County, Florida, and was the son of Hugh D. Poppell and the late Linda Ezell Poppell. He worked as a waiter in food

service. He is survived by his father, Hugh D. Poppell and step-mother Betty Poppell, his sister, Christina Poppell Muller and

step-sister, Stacey S. Sealey Fike, (2) uncles, Melvin Ezell and Ronald W. Poppell, (3) nieces, (3) nephews, numerous other great

aunts, uncles, and cousins. Graveside services will be held at Pisgah Cemetery on Tuesday, October 9, 2012.

POPPELL, Janet Loraine Poppell

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL January 19, 2015)

Janet Loraine Poppell, age 71, of Perry, FL, passed away January 19, 2015, at her home. Janet was born December 14, 1943 in

Pottstown, PA, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Nelson McCullough. Janet was a member of Charity Baptist Church in Perry. She is

survived by her husband of nearly 34 years Charles Poppell and a step-daughter Deborah Poppell Waters and other family

members. A graveside service will be held at Pisgah Cemetery on Wednesday, January 21, 2015. A memorial service will be held

on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at Charity Baptist Church. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

POPPELL, Jerry Pope Poppell

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 28 March 2018)

Jerry Pope Poppell, age 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior, after a lengthy battle with mesothelioma, on March 28, 2018 in

Blairsville, GA, with his loving family by his side. Jerry was born March 3, 1939 in Perry, FL to John Pope Poppell and Mary Elsie

Godwin Poppell. Jerry honorably served our country in the United States Army during the Berlin Crisis. Jerry was of the

Primitive Baptist faith and was a member of Tucson Primitive Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. Jerry worked as an Aeronautical

Engineer with Boeing for 21 years, as an engineer / scientist, retiring in 2007. Jerry was an inventor and worked for Automated

Manufacturing Systems, Inc., and Carolina Button Company, and worked with Piper Aircraft for 13 years in both Vero Beach and

Lakeland, FL. He also worked with the Taylor County News Herald and O’Quinn’s Drug Store. In his spare time he enjoyed

woodworking, flint knapping, photography, building working aircraft prototypes, and he enjoyed any challenge of a mechanical

nature. He also enjoyed hiking and rappelling, and off roading. Jerry was preceded in death by his son Brent Alan Poppell, and

parents John Pope and Mary Elsie Poppell. Jerry was the devoted and loving husband of Virginia Ruth Freeman Poppell for 58

years. He loved his children, daughter Sandra Poppell of Blairsville, GA, and son Gary (Shannon) Poppell of Mesa, AZ;

grandchildren, Craig (Janell) Cunningham and Megan (Jon) Connor, Jeffrey, Kevin, and Allison Poppell; great grandchildren, Brent

and Tyler Cunningham, and Mollie and Gabriel Connor; his siblings, Charles Poppell, Christine Thompson, Ralph Poppell, and Wanda

Colson; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Shiloh Primitive

Baptist Church. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards at Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the


POPPELL, Juanita Fay Poppell


Mrs. Juanita Fay Poppell, age 92, passed away on January 17, 2017. Juanita was born May 7, 1924 in Hurricane, WV to Mr.

Chilton Emery Oxley and Vosta Jewel Mitchell Oxley. Juanita was preceded in death by her husband Charles Delmar Poppell, her

parents Mr. Chilton Emery Oxley and Vosta Jewel Mitchell, one sister and four brothers. She is survived by sons Michael Ray

Poppell, Charles R. Poppell; daughters Janice Denice Johnson, Judith Ann Bryan, and Melissa Faye Pettis; grandchildren Ned

Johnson, Michael C. Poppell, Caleb Johnson, Aubrey Huffstickler, Cynthia Poppell, Amanda Murphy, Alisha Harrell, Jaclyn

Saunders, and Marissa Pettis; great grandchildren Ryder Lansdon, Tristian Harrell, Kassidy Harrell, Kevin Saunders, Lydia

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Saunders, Emma Jean Poppell, and Maggie Poppell as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on

Thursday, January 19, 2017 at Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

POPPELL, Kathryn Griffis Poppell

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, February 2, 2011)

Mrs. Kathryn Griffis Poppell, 86, passed away, Jan. 22, 2011, in the Lake Haven, Heritage Health Care of Valdosta, following an

extended illness. Mrs. Poppell was born March 19, 1924, in Clinch County, to the late William James “Jimmy” Griffis, Sr. and

Jeronie Bazemore Griffis. She was a Portraitist as a photographer and painter and was a member of the Homerville United

Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James M. Poppell and a brother, William James Griffis, Jr.

Survivors are one daughter, Kathy M. Poppell of Valdosta; one niece, Margaret Griffis of Miami Beach, FL; other relatives,

Sarah Bessonette and Sally Bessonette of Valdosta, George Bessonette of Homerville and Carolyn Gibbs of Homerville and a

host of friends. Memorial services for Mrs. Poppell were held Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at the Homerville United Methodist

Church. Roundtree Funeral Home served the Poppell family.

POPPELL, Samuel Calvin Poppell


Samuel Calvin “Sam” Poppell, age 87, a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County, passed away on Wednesday, January 13,

2010 at his residence. Mr. Poppell was born in Boyd, FL, to the late Boyet Levy Poppell and Lillie Pearl York Poppell. He was a

Charter member of the Calvary Baptist Church. He worked as a General Foreman in Welding/Pipe Fitting and was a member of

the Welders and Pipe Fitters Union 592 Local of Tallahassee. He was Farmer of the year in 1980 and the Civilian Conservation

Corps. From April 1940 – September 1940, and was a great asset to the CCC of Ft. McClendon, AL. He enjoyed farming, hunting,

fishing and his family was his life. Preceded in death by his first wife, Mrs. Sarah Poppell. Survived by his wife of 7 years, Pearl

Poppell of Perry, FL, (4) sons; Samuel E. (Noreen) Poppell of Destin, FL, Phillip (Angela) Poppell of Titusville, FL, Anthony “Andy”

(Kendra) Poppell of Ocala, FL, Christopher “Skip” (Beth) Poppell of Tallahassee, FL, a sister; Gloria “Brownie” (J. H.) Holmes of

Perry, FL, (18) grandchildren, (9) great-grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral Services will be held at

Calvary Baptist Church on Saturday, January 16, 2010. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

POPPELL, Vernon D. Poppell Jr.


CRESCENT– Vernon D. “Pete” Poppell Jr., age 58, passed away Monday (Oct. 13, 2014) at his residence. He was born in Long

County and lived in McIntosh County most of his life. He worked most of his life as a commercial fisherman, retiring five years

ago. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family. He was of the Church of God faith. Survivors are 1

daughter and son-in-law, Heather (Charley) Darby, of White Oak; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Jeffrey (Kristy) Poppell, of

Patterson; his mother, Waunell Roberson, of Waycross; sister and brother-in-law, Sherry (Joe) Hendrix, of Waycross; 2

brothers and sisters-in-law, David (Connie) Poppell and Eddie (Wanda) Poppell, all of Crescent; grandchildren, Preston, Levi and

Riley; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Friday at the Davis Cemetery in Long County. Arrangements

are under the direction of Howard Funeral Home, of Ludowici.

POPPELL, Walter Douglas Poppell


Walter Douglas Poppell, age 92, passed away on October 12, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. Walter was born November 13, 1927 in

Perry, FL to Hugie Poppell and Nettie Woodard Poppell. Doug honorably served our country in the United States Army. He was

of the Baptist faith and was a member of Burton Baptist Church. Doug worked with Proctor & Gamble as a Bleacherman for over

38 years. He was a Gunsmith and owner of Flat Creek Gun Repair for 15 years. Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Hugie

Poppell and Nettie Woodard Poppell; his wife of 72 years, Ava Lee Poppell; son, Gary Poppell; brothers, Warren, Dan and Weldon

Poppell; sisters, Sybil Archer, Era Bell Williams and Nancy Shaw. Doug is survived by his grandson, James (Tammy) Poppell; his

daughter in law, Ginny Poppell; grandchildren, Suzannah and Chris Ray, Matt and Kristina Brown; great grandchildren, Remington,

Case, Harli, Autumn, Cayden, and Camden; his brothers, Delano and Kenneth Poppell; his sisters, Mary Ann Moulton, Golla

McGowan and Racheal Sapp, and a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the

Walter D. Poppell Scholarship Fund at Big Bend Technical College for the E & I program. Donations can be sent to Big Bend

Technical College with memo line stating, Walter D. Poppell Scholarship Fund. Graveside service will be at Pisgah Cemetery. All


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NAHUNTA — Inez Lee Strickland Popwell, 95, died Friday (Aug. 16, 2013) at Sears Manor Nursing Home in Brunswick. She was

born Feb. 12, 1918 in the Brantley County Community of Hortense, the daughter of William Bill Strickland and Lottie Pearl

Anderson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clinton O. Popwell, and several brothers and sisters. She was a

volunteer for the Cancer Society, a pink lady at Brunswick Memorial Hospital and Sears Nursing Home. She loved bowling and

bowled with the Brantley County Team in Brunswick for many years. She was a graduate of Nahunta High School, class of 1937.

She was a member of Satilla Baptist Church as a young girl, and later was a member of Little Memorial Baptist Church where

she shared many good homecomings with her church family. She is survived by two daughters and a spouse, Donna and Wayne

Causey, of Hortense, Gloria Sears, of Nahunta (the late Claude Joe Sears); three sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and

Priscilla Popwell, Jerry and Daphne Popwell, of Hortense, and Chris Popwell, of Gardi; 10 grandchildren and their spouses, Denise

S. and Dan Moody, Dara Sears, Michael and Pam Popwell, Michelle and Eddie Lynn, Kristie and Michael Weber, Candace Popwell,

Phillip Popwell, Mark Popwell, Amy Lee and Jessica Lee; seven great-grandchildren, David and Ashton Popwell, Zane Sears Moody,

Tyler Popwell, Grayson Lee, Devon Washington, Elise Weber, Mollie Lynn; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A funeral

will be held Sunday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Satilla Cemetery, Hortense. Arrangements are with Frye

Funeral Home, Nahunta.

POPWELL, Kelly Estelle King Popwell


Kelly Estelle King Popwell, age 50, of Blackshear, died Monday (July 3, 2017) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House following a

courageous five year battle with cancer. Born May 31, 1967 in Jacksonville, FL, she lived many years in Hilliard, FL, where she

graduated from Hilliard High School. She moved to Pierce County in 1993 and worked many years with Satilla Regional Medical

Center and the Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross (now Memorial Satilla Health) as a certified x-ray technician. She was a

member of First Baptist Church in Blackshear and attended the Faithful Friends Sunday School Class. Survivors include her

husband, Wesley Keith Popwell of Blackshear; her daughter, Kayla Popwell of Blackshear; her mother, Gloria Ray of Blackshear;

her father and step-mother, Thomas E. III and Letricia M. King of Hilliard, FL; her brother, Thomas E. (Ellen) King IV of

Fernandina Beach, FL; two sisters, Kimberly A. Rucks of Florida, and Brigette A. Hardin of Louisiana; a step-brother, Richard

Ray of Kingsland; her father and mother-in-law, Horace and Wilma Popwell of Hortense; a brother-in-law, Benjamin (Rebecca)

Popwell of Macon; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will take place Thursday at First Baptist Church in

Blackshear. Burial will follow in the Waters Cemetery in Pierce County. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First

Baptist Church, Youth Fund, 670 Main St., Blackshear, GA 31516. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of

arrangements.

PORTER, A. J. Porter


Mr. A. J. Porter, age 72, passed away Thursday at his home after an extended illness. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs.

James Purl Porter and was born in Taylor County, FL. He was a member of the Greenville Baptist Church. Survivors include his

wife, Mrs. Pixie Porter of Greenville, two daughters, Mrs. Dolly Futch of Augusta, GA and Mrs. Mazon Rushing of Jacksonville;

twelve grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and one brother, Fred Porter of Greenville. Funeral services were held Saturday

January 17th, 1970 in Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Evergreen Cemetery at Greenville.

PORTER, Alonzo P. Porter


Alonzo P. Porter, age 63, of Route 2, Greenville, died Sunday in the local hospital after a sudden illness. He had been a resident

of Madison and Jefferson Counties all of his life. He had been a farmer and for fifteen years had driven a school bus in

Jefferson County. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Daisy Soles Porter, of Greenville; a son, Edward L. Porter, of Madison; a

daughter, Mrs. W. W. Boatwright, of Elgin Air Force Base; three grandchildren; four brothers, Robert W. Porter, of Monticello;

Ralph L. Porter, of Deland; Edward H. Porter, of Cleveland, Ohio; and Arvis L. Porter, of Coral Gables; five sisters, Mrs. Maybelle

Hagan, of Monticello; Mrs. Leslie Edwards, of Perry; Mrs. Willie Harper, of Greenville; and Misses Ruth and Violet Porter, both

of North Carolina. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville.

PORTER, Alphus Liddie Porter


Mrs. Alphus Liddie Porter passed away April 16th at her home in Lakeland. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at

Shady Grove Cemetery. Mrs. Porter was born in Madison County February 16, 1896 and at an early age was united in marriage to

Willie T. Porter of Greenville. Her survivors are her husband, three daughters and two sons and her mother. She also leaves

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five sisters and three brothers: Mrs. J. M. Bass, Mrs. W. F. Bass, Mrs. S. D. Bass of Madison, Mrs. J. L. Brown of Lovett, and

Mrs. Marie Blue of Perry and Messrs. W. S. Sessions and Robert Sessions of Perry, and Alton Sessions of Madison.

PORTER, Angeline Abney Porter

(Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia March 21, 2012)

Mrs. Angeline Abney Porter, 61, of Homerville, passed. She was born April 24, 1950, in Homerville to Artester Davis Riley and

the late Raymond Riley. She received her formal education in the Clinch County Public School System and graduated from

Homerville High School in 1968. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and joined Antioch Baptist Church.

She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Robert and Sarah Davis; three brothers and two sisters. Those left to

cherish her memories include her husband, Willie James Porter of Homerville; mother, Artester D. Riley of Homerville; nine

children, Deloise Raymond (James Tommy), Mary Abney, Artivia Abney, Teria Abney, Jeffery Abney all of Homerville, Willie

Nixon(Carla), Marvin Nixon (Alicia), Eliza Nixon and Lee Nixon (Rosalind) all of Hattiesburg, Miss; step-children, Patricia

McGhee, Darryll Porter (Jackie) both of Kissimmee, Fla., Tiffany King of Los Angeles, Calif., Ricky Jones of Orlando, Fla.;

sisters, Enthaline Davis of Homerville, Sallie Kinlaw, Maddie Boddie (Lonnie) both of La Grange, Lossie Lee Pittman of Mariana,

Fla., Zeola Grimes of Kingsland; Catherine Riley of Attapulgus; brothers, Wydell Riley of Homerville, S.T. Riley (Mildred), Willie

Charles Davis (Marie) both of LaGrange, and Eddie Lee Joyner of Kingsland; aunts, Lou Ella Riley of St. Petersburg, Fla., Gracie

Riley and Rosina Tippins both of Jesup; extended family, William Lee Porter of Waycross, J.B. Porter(Mary Ann), Alexander

Lacey (JoAnn), Greg Lacey (Pam), Shirley Carter (Roosevelt), William Lee (Papa) Porter, William Lee Simmons (Carolyn) all of

Homerville, Arthur Lacey (Kim) of Lakeland, Billy Lacey (Sherry) of Ambrose, Dorothy Hayes (Gordon) of Pennsylvania, Lou Ella

Cook (Harry) of North Carolina, James Porter, Rosa Ray (Maurice), Glenda Ray, Geraldine Bowers (Carlos), Henry Porter, John

Porter (Stacey), Mirror Porter, Jessie Porter and Larry Porter all of Florida; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives

and friends. A celebration of life service was held Saturday, March 17, 2012, at 3 p.m. from Antioch Baptist Church. Rev. Jackie

E. Harris offered words of comfort. Interment was in Pine Forest Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Fluker

Funeral Home of Homerville.

PORTER, Angeline Abney Porter


A celebration of life service for Angeline Abney Porter, 61, of Homerville, will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at Antioch Baptist

Church, Homerville, with the church pastor, the Rev. Jackie E. Harris, offering words of comfort. Interment will be in Pine

Forest Cemetery. Friends are being received at the home of her mother, Artester Riley, 33 Hardee St., and this evening from 6

to 8 at Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville. She was born April 24, 1950 in Homerville to Artester Davis Riley and the late

Raymond Riley. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Robert and Sarah Davis, three brothers and two sisters.

She received her formal education in the Clinch County public school system and graduated from Homerville High School in

1968. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and joined Antioch Baptist Church. Those left to cherish her

memories include, a devoted husband, Willie James Porter, of Homerville; a loving and devoted mother, Artester D. Riley, of

Homerville; nine loving children, Deloise Raymond (James Tommy), Mary Abney, Artivia Abney, Teria Abney, Jeffery Abney, all

of Homerville, Willie Nixon (Carla), Marvin Nixon (Alicia), Eliza Nixon and Lee Nixon (Rosalind), all of Hattiesburg, Miss.; step-

children, Patricia McGhee, Darryll Porter (Jackie), both of Kissimmee, Fla., Tiffany King, of Los Angeles, Calif., Porter Ricky

Jones, of Orlando, Fla.; sisters, Enthaline Davis, of Homerville, Sallie Kinlaw, Maddie Boddie (Lonnie), both of La-Grange, Lossie

Lee Pittman, of Mariana, Fla., Zeola Grimes, of Kingsland, Catherine Riley, of Attapulgus; brothers, Wydell Riley, of Homerville,

S. T. Riley (Mildred), Willie Charles Davis (Marie), both of LaGrange, and Eddie Lee Joyner, of Kingsland; aunts, Lou Ella Riley, of

St. Petersburg, Fla., Gracie Riley and Rosina Tippins, both of Jesup; extended family, William Lee porter, of Waycross, J. B.

Porter (Mary Ann), Alexander Lacey (JoAnn), Greg Lacey (Pam), Shirley Carter (Roosevelt), William Lee (Papa) Porter, William

Lee Simmons (Carolyn), all of Homerville, Arthur Lacey (Kim), of Lakeland, Billy Lacey (Sherry), of Ambrose, Dorothy Hayes

(Gordon), of Pennsylvania, Lou Ella Cook (Harry), of North Carolina, James Porter, Rosa Ray (Maurice), Glenda Ray, Geraldine

Bowers (Carlos), Henry Porter, John Porter (Stacey), Mirror Porter, Martin Porter, Jessie Porter and Larry Porter, all of

Florida; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral

Home of Homerville.

PORTER, Arthur B. Porter

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 12 February 2019)

Arthur B. Porter, age 70, of Daytona Beach Shores, passed away Friday, February 8, 2019. Born in Greenville, FL, he moved to

Eustis in 1973 from Greenville, FL. He owned and operated and was the general agent with Art Porter State Farm in Eustis. Art

served in the Army during Vietnam. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Trisha Porter, Daytona Beach Shores, FL; 2 sons,

Robert Mosley, Fruitland Park, FL, Shane Porter, Eustis, FL; 2 daughters, Vanessa Burke, Lewisville, TX, Amber Ask, Melbourne,

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FL; 3 brother, Rudolph Porter, Kenneth Porter, John Porter; 4 sisters, Eileen Martin, Darlene Bland, Lavon Tharp, Ludy Porter; 7

grandchildren. A celebration of Art's life will be held at Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, Eustis on Saturday, February 23, 2019. In

lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Arthur B. Porter Scholarship Fund.

PORTER, Ava Smith Porter


Mrs. Ava Smith Porter, age 94, of Broxton, GA, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2009, at Coffee Regional Medical

Center after a brief illness. Mrs. Porter, a native of Coffee County, GA, was born February 15, 1915. She was the daughter of

the late James Monroe and Ava Solomon Smith. She was the widow of the late David Hamilton Porter and a member of the

Broxton Church of God. Mrs. Porter was preceded in death by nine brothers and three sisters. Survivors include: daughters:

Bonnie (James) Brown and Geneva (Aubrey) Mobley of Broxton, GA; son: John L. Porter of Deland, FL; sisters: Ruby Arroyo of

Palatka, FL, Mary Scott of Tallahassee, FL, Elizabeth Carter and Mildred Kitchens both of Douglas, GA, Winnie Byrd of St.

Marys, GA; brothers: Alton Smith and Allen Smith; 3 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were Saturday, January 2, 2010. Burial followed in the Reedy Branch Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in


PORTER, Berkeley Dawne Porter

(Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 8 June 2020)

Berkeley Dawne Porter, age 10, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2020. Funeral Services will be at First Newark

Baptist Church. Arrangements by Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

PORTER, Columbus Porter Jr.


A celebration of life service for Columbus “Duke” Porter Jr., age 68, will be Saturday at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church,

411 Wilkerson St. “Duke,” as he was affectionately known, was born Nov. 4, 1948 in Hoboken to Maxine Williams Porter and the

late Columbus Porter Sr. He grew up in Waycross where he received his formal education from the Waycross Public School

System. He graduated from Center High School in 1968 where he was an outstanding football player. After graduating from

high school, he honorably served in the United States Army and the United States Army Reserves. He was employed with

Champion International Paper Company for 33 years. He was a member of the Masonic Composite Lodge No. 40, Eugene Williams

Consistory, United Men’s Club, John Sutton Post No. 517 American Legion and the Sophisticated Gents. He accepted Christ as

his personal Savior at an early age and became a member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as an usher

for many years. He departed this life on Wednesday (April 5, 2017) at Memorial Health Center, Savannah after an illness. In

addition to his father he was preceded in death by two siblings, Timothy Porter and Diane Hamm. He leaves to cherish his

memory, his mother, Maxine Williams Porter; four devoted and loving biological children, Anita Jones, Duke (Regina) Porter,

Jennifer Porter (Gregory) Speights and Laurine (Neil) Porter; five children in union, Saundra Medlock Pender, James Medlock,

Dr. LaShundra Hill Jenkins (Marlo), Steven Hill and Stacy Hill; five doting grandchildren, Amber Mooring, Jessica Mooring,

Braylon Speights, Brennan Speights, Elan Jones and Nia Porter; one adorable great-granddaughter, Kherington Bighams; his

loving siblings, John Porter (Willie Rene), Shirley Porter, Bennie Mae Porter Brown (William), Johnny Porter Sr. (Cora), Ernest

Porter, Sheila Porter Bailey and Kenneth Porter; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being

received at the home of his mother, Maxine Porter, 915 Blackwell St. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery with the

Masonic rites and military honors. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

PORTER, Darrell Eugene Porter


Mr. Darrell Eugene Porter, age 50, of Nicholls, GA, passed away Monday, October 31, 2016, at Coffee Regional Medical Center

following an extended illness. Mr. Porter was born on August 10, 1966, in Centre, AL, to the late Gene Allen Porter and Minnie

Sue Brewster Porter. Survivors include his wife, Carla Porter of Nicholls, GA; son, Cam (Hannah) Porter of Douglas, GA;

daughter, Savannah Porter of Nicholls, GA; 2 sisters, Mary Helen (Rick) Fogle of Waycross, GA and Gena Porter of Douglas, GA;

2 brothers, Nickey Allen Porter of Douglas, GA and Jeremy Boyd (Heather) Porter of Douglas, GA; and several nieces, nephews,

and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his sister, Debra Jean Hursey, and a brother, Danny Wayne Porter. Funeral

services were Thursday, November 3, 2016, at Wilsonville Church of God of Prophecy. Interment followed at Roxie Mae Church


PORTER, David Ellic Matthew Porter

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA February 5, 2015)

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David Ellic Matthew Porter was born April 3, 1979 at Hahn A.B., W. Germany and departed this life February 5, 2015. Matthew

is the son of Cathy Ware of Valdosta and David E. Porter of Lakeland, GA. He has two sisters: Angela D. Greenwell husband

Mark Greenwell of Valdosta and Stephanie D. Pratt husband Gary L. Pratt, niece Destinee R. Pratt nephew Gary E. Pratt of

Valdosta. Matthew will forever be remembered and loved by son Dalton Eugene Gage Porter, daughter Catherine Dalene Porter,

Kelly Lofton, and Hunter Lofton of Stockton. Matthew's one desire in life was to have children; he adored the children he was

blessed with and his wife, Jessica Lofton Porter. His children were his life, your father loved you with all his heart and will

forever be looking down on you from heaven and will be in your heart. He never wished to be away from any of you, you were his

life. Matthew had become close friends with Mr. David J. Willis of Valdosta, fiancé of his mother. He was a loving son, brother,

father, uncle and husband. He never met anyone in trouble that he wouldn't try to help. From some who needed their car worked

on to anything else he could possibly help with. You might have even remembered that young, stocky, fair-haired young man

stopping to change a tire for you on the roadside. He usually drove an old clunker held together with his mechanical ability and

prayers. At the time of his death, he was employed by Home Depot RDC. Matthew often spoke of his job and the people he

worked with. He really enjoyed his work and liked his co-workers. He was an avid fan of the Braves, Falcons, and Georgia

Bulldogs. He enjoyed talking and watching sports with his Dad. Growing up, he played baseball, football, and basketball while in

school. Matthew attended the Lowndes County school system and served in the U.S. Army. Matt is preceded in death by

grandparents: Dale E. Porter and Vertice M. Porter of Crestview, FL; grandmother: Lizzie Mae Nicholson Ware Henderson of

Temples, GA. Our loving beautiful son and brother is now with his heavenly father where he will never feel pain or hurt again.

Matthew, we will never forget your smile, your hugs or the sound of your voice. Matthew was a Loving father and husband,

generous loyal friend, caring gracious brother and son. The years never tarnished his smile or dreams, the memories of this

gentle man will be forever in our hearts. Music Funeral Services in Valdosta, GA.

PORTER, Doretha Delita Porter


Doretha Delita Porter, age 82, died Thursday, August 16, 2018 in Tallahassee, FL. A graveside service will be Monday, August

20, 2018, at Evergreen Cemetery, Greenville, FL. She worked for Madison House Furniture for twenty–five years, and worked

for Southern Manor in Thomasville, GA. She was an avid FSU fan. She lived in Madison, FL before moving to Greenville thirty

years ago. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ed Porter and a son, Eddie Porter, Jr. She is survived by one daughter,

Debbie Bryant, Greenville, FL, four grandchildren; Michael Brown, Jr., Birmingham, AL, Monica Porter, Perry, FL, Eddie Porter

III, Perry, FL, and Michelle Bryant, Greenville, FL. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

PORTER, Eddie Lee Porter


Eddie Lee Porter, of 146 Helen Circle SW, in Milledgeville, died Monday (Oct. 24, 2005) in a local hospital. Funeral will be at 11

a.m. today at Wesley Chapel AME Church in Milledgeville. Burial will be in the Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Survivors include

his children, Valeria Porter Orange, of Athens, Deborah Porter, of Lithonia, Janice Porter Hawkins, of Milledgeville, Lisa Porter

(Ray) Bivens, of Grayson, and Curtis L. Porter, of Savannah; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ludie Mae

Borden and Odessa McVay, both of Waycross; nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives. Friends may visit the family at

the residence. Slater's Funeral Home Inc. has charge of arrangements.

PORTER, Ethel Porter


Ethel Porter passed away in Leesburg Saturday of a heart attack. He was formerly a resident of Madison County, the daughter

of the late Jim Slaughter of Madison and Taylor Counties. Survivors are 2 daughters, Mrs. Woodie of Leesburg and Mrs. Estell

Beasley of Eustace; 1 son, Charles Porter of Leesburg; and a sister, Mrs. Tom Pinson of Madison. Funeral services were held

Sunday in Live Oak.

PORTER, Ethel Smith Porter


Ethel Smith Porter, age 84, of Athens, formerly of Waycross, passed away Sunday (Jan. 13, 2019). She is survived by her

daughters, Valerie A. Porter of Winterville, GA, Janice Porter Hawkins of Milledgeville, and Lisa Porter of Snellville; two

sisters, Hesterlla Smith Mosley of San Antonio, TX, and Julia (Abraham) Smith Wiley of Augusta; nine grandchildren; several

great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren; four nieces, two nephews and a host of other family members. The funeral

will be Saturday at Coy C. Williamson Jr. Memorial Chapel of Gardenview.

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(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL September 29,

2014)

Ethelle Hartsfield Porter, 71, of Perry, passed away Monday, September 29, 2014. Ethelle was born June 23, 1943 in

Tallahassee, FL, to the late Will and Jewell (McAllister) Hartsfield. She was preceded in death by one son Junior Porter.

Ethelle was a member of Calvary Baptist in Perry. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, watching FSU football,

shopping in antique stores and watching her favorite crime programs on TV. She is survived by five children: Tammy Shaw, Keith

Porter, Angel Porter Blue Green, Richard (Tammy) Porter, Violet (John) Hilton, 19 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Thursday, October 2, 2014 at Calvary Baptist in Perry. Interment will follow in the family cemetery at

Dorman Rd. off of Puckett Rd. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. All arrangements are under

the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PORTER, Frazier Nathaniel Porter


Mr. Frazier Nathaniel Porter, age 83, of West Green, GA, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at Memorial Health University

Medical Center, in Savannah, following a brief illness. He was born March 17, 1934, to the late Andrew Jackson Porter and the

late Mary Devera Tomlinson Porter. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Bernard Porter and

Linwood Porter and two sisters, Bernestine Culpepper and Carolyn Porter. Mr. Porter, a native of Cairo, GA, retired after 23

years of service with the Coca Cola Company of Douglas. Later he retired after ten years of service with Inter-Metro in the

welding department. Mr. Porter was a U. S. Army Veteran and a member of the West Green Church of God. Survivors include:

his wife: Hiawatha Courson Porter of West Green, GA; one daughter: Nancy (Kim) Phillips of Douglas, GA; two sons: Larry

Nathan Porter and Michael Andrew Porter, both of West Green, GA; four sisters: Lavenier Harrell of Austin, TX; Betty Lewis

of Enigma, GA, Mary (Alton) Corbett of Jennings, FL; Martha Miller of Ocala, FL; four grandchildren: Christopher (Amanda)

Phillips of Nashville, TN; Nathan Porter of West Green, GA, Stephen (Mahalie) Porter and Miranda Porter, both of Douglas, GA;

five great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Friday, June 16, 2017, at West Green

Church of God. The interment followed in Lone Hill Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PORTER, Jacob Allen Porter


Madison: Jacob Allen Porter, age 22, died Tuesday, November 6, 2012. A memorial service will be held at a later date. He was

born June 19, 1990 in Tallahassee, FL, and lived in Madison all of his life. He is survived by his parents: Kit and Laura Storey of

Madison; and Frank Porter of Lee; 1 brother: Kit Storey III of Madison; 2 sisters: Bryanna Storey of Madison and Tessa Porter

of Lee; grandmothers: Sharon Pinkard of Madison and Alvera Rhoades of Lee; aunt and uncle, Ernie and Stacie Phillips and

Michael Pinkard, and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather: Daniel Gary Pinkard. Beggs Funeral Home is


PORTER, James Lewis Porter


James Lewis Porter, age 50, of Greenville, died Sunday November 26th in the Veterans’ Hospital in Lake City after an extended

illness. He was born September 13th, 1917 in Quitman, and was a member of the Baptist Church. He had been employed at Metal

Products. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Theo Porter; four daughters, Mrs. Eilson Braswell and Misses Darlene, Lavonne and Ludie

Porter, all of Greenville; four sons, Sgt. James R. Porter, U. S. Army of Ft. Myer, VA; and Arthur, Burle and Kenneth Porter of

Greenville; and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Porter; two sisters, Mrs. John D. Futch of Augusta, GA and Mrs. Ernie Rushing of

Jacksonville; and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Evergreen

Cemetery at Greenville.

PORTER, Kathryn Porter


Mrs. Kate Porter, widow of the late Lee J. Porter, died Monday morning at her home in Greenville following a long illness. She

was aged 89 years. Mrs. Porter, the former Kathryn Barker, was a member of a prominent Madison County family, and was

among the early settlers of Greenville. For many years she was engaged in the mercantile business with her husband in

Greenville. Survivors include four grandchildren, of whom one, Mr. Eugene Mugge, resides in Greenville. Also surviving are nine

great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Wednesday in the First Baptist Church of Greenville with interment in Evergreen

Cemetery.

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(Abstracted from the Echols County News, January 30, 2013)

Mr. Lawrence A. Porter, 72 of Lake Park died Wednesday, December 19, 2012 after a lengthy illness. He was born on November

27, 1940 in Lake Park to the late Milledge G. and Evelyn Kinsey Porter and was a lifelong resident of this area. Mr. Porter

attended the Antioch Church in Echols County and was a retired electrician with PCS Phosphate. He was preceded in death by

two sisters, Anna Marie Porter and Mary Frances Porter Hickman. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Lawrence Allen,

Jr. and Stacey Porter of Lake Park; two daughters and a son-in-law, Laura Ann Porter, Leslie Elaine and Thomas Keen all of

Valdosta; his grandchildren, Dalton Samuel Keen of Valdosta, Joshua Porter, Jessica Porter both of Lake Park; six sisters and

two brothers-in-law, Wanda Gail Porter Swilley and Johnny Swilley of Valdosta, Carolyn Porter Nutt of Waynesboro, TN, Sue

Porter Plair of Hahira, Linda Porter Ealy and Rudy Ealy of Sherwood, AR, Libby Porter of Alger, AL, Debra Grace Porter of

Atlanta; one brother and sister-in-law, Benjamin F. and Margaret Porter of Lake Park; several nieces, nephews; great-nephews

and great-nieces. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 22, 2012 at the McLane Lakewood Funeral Home Chapel.

Burial followed in the Lake Park Cemetery. Carson McLane Funeral Home served the family.

PORTER, Linda Joyce Reams Porter


Linda Joyce Reams Porter, age 66, passed away Monday, September 22, 2014. Originally of Greenville, Linda lived for 40 years

in Mobile, AL. She retired to Monticello in 2012. Linda graduated from University of South Alabama and taught school at

Chickasaw Academy. She then worked for 33 years in the Accounting department at University of South Alabama Medical

Center. She is preceded in death by her parents Joe S. Reams, Sr. and Patricia Mugge Reams of Greenville. She is survived by 2

brothers: Joe S. (Kim) Reams, II of Greenville and Stephen Reams of Mobile; 2 sisters: Amanda (Frank) Davis of Live Oak and

Patty Jo (Greg) Young of Monticello. She was the beloved aunt of 9 nieces and nephews and 12 great-nieces and great-nephews.

Linda was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Monticello. While in Mobile, Linda was an active member of Sage Avenue

Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. Services will be held at Elizabeth Baptist Church on

Friday, September 26. Interment is at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the

American Diabetes Association or the Florida Baptist Children's Home.

PORTER, Louie Thomas Porter, Sr.

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 25 October 2016)

Louie Thomas Porter, Sr. entered his eternal home on October 25, 2016, at the age of 97. He was born in Thomasville GA on

March 15, 1919, to Maude (Andrews) and John Porter. He attended Thomasville High School, where he was a member of the

first 12th grade graduating class in 1937. Following high school, he was the first in his family to attend college. He studied at

Presbyterian College (“PC”) in Clinton SC where he was the manager for the tennis team and was a member of Army ROTC. Upon

graduation from PC in June 1941, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lt. in the US Army Reserves. Shortly after graduation he was

moved to extended active duty and ordered to report to Fort Jackson SC where he would be assigned to Company D, with the

34th Infantry Regiment. In November 1941, the 34th Infantry was transferred from Fort Jackson to Fort Presidio (San

Francisco) CA. In the aftermath of the Pearl Harbor bombing, Louie’s unit was loaded onto ships and headed to Hawaii on

December 16. During his time in the Pacific, Louie’s divisions were stationed in Hawaii and Guadalcanal It was during his time on

Guadalcanal that he contracted malaria and yellow fever and was returned to the States for medical treatment. While on a 30-

day sick leave, Louie talked his high school sweetheart, Juanita Conoley, into marrying him. They married on Sept 25,

1943. After their marriage, Louie and Juanita moved to Tyler, TX, where he completed his military service by training troops.

After his discharge from military service, Louie and Juanita returned to Thomasville. He worked at the YMCA, at WKTG radio,

and at the VA Domiciliary (prior to it becoming Southwestern Hospital). During this time, Louie and Juanita welcomed two

children - Louie Thomas Porter, Jr. and Emily Elizabeth Porter (Guttenberg). Louie began work with Flowers Industries in the

1960’s and retired from there in 1984. For many years after retirement, Louie and Juanita enjoyed traveling with friends and

with Kiwanis International. During his post-military years in Thomasville, Louie was an active member of First Presbyterian

Church where he and Juanita were co-chairs of the church’s first ever World Mission Conference. Louie served on several

pastor search teams and on many committees during his years. He also served as a Sunday school teacher, sang in the choir and

served as an Elder in the church for multiple terms. Prior to his 2014 move to Eatonton GA, the church named him an Elder

Emeritus in a very touching and deeply moving service. He was a man of very deep faith and carried that faith into his everyday

life to the very end. Louie is preceded in death by his parents and his parents-in-law, his wife, Juanita Porter, and his grand-

daughter, Elizabeth Guttenberg. He is survived by his children, Louie Thomas (Susan) Porter, Jr and Emily Porter (Kerry)

Guttenberg; his grandchildren Beth Porter (Billy) Mitchell, Ellen Porter (Nathan) Koerner, Thomas Ervin Guttenberg and great-

grandchildren, Sam, Will, Matt, Emma Grace, Beth Anne, Tom, Mary Kaitlyn, Lauren Taylor and Jackson Mitchell, Brendan,

Grayson and Addison Koerner. A memorial service for Louie will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, Thomasville GA on

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Sunday, November 13. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Presbyterian Church, 225 East Jackson Street,

Thomasville GA 31792.

PORTER, Mary Porter


Mary Porter, age 72, died suddenly near her home in Plant Subdivision December 17th. She was a native of Brooks County, GA

but had been in Madison most of her life. She is survived by one son, Joe Lamb, of Jacksonville; one brother, John McKinnon, of

Lake Wales; one sister, Mary Staley, of Blackville, SC; one daughter-in-law and one nephew. Funeral services were held Tuesday

in the New Bethel Church with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PORTER, Rose Peagler Porter


Rose Peagler Porter,94, of Waycross died early Sunday, March 27, 2011, at her residence after an extended illness. She was

born in Homerville to the late Harry M. Peagler and Lula Dame Peagler. She made Waycross her home for the past 70 years. In

her younger years she worked as a newspaper reporter, newspaper editor and teacher. She graduated from Wesleyan College in

Macon and continued graduate studies in the University of North Carolina and the University of Georgia. After raising her

children she earned her Masters Degree in Education and returned to teaching until her retirement. She was a member of First

Presbyterian Church of Waycross and was a member of the Women of the Church. In her earlier years she was president of

Isabella Street School PTA, a grade mother and girl scout troop leader. She was sustaining member and former president of

the Waycross Service League, the Hospital Auxiliary with 3,250 hours of service, past president of the Green Thumb Garden

Club, member of Waycross Junior Women's Club, Daughters of the American Revolution and Okefenokee Golf and Country Club.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband R.M. "Mac" Porter Jr.; two brothers, Hal Peagler and

George Peagler; two sisters, Elna "Blackie" Davis and a baby sister, Margaret. She is survived by her children, Peggy Porter

Blount and husband Paul Blount of Santa Monica, CA, Andy Porter and wife Cindy of Beach Mountain, NC, Mike Porter and wife

Nancy of Waycross; her grandchildren, Brian Porter and wife Sandy, Andy Porter, Lindsay Porter and Mitch Porter; great-

grandchildren, Sky Porter, Chelsea Porter and Drew Porter; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral service

was Wednesday, March 30, 2011, at First Presbyterian Church. Burial followed in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers,

memorial contributions could be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home

of Waycross served the Porter family.

PORTER, Susan Kathryn Barker Porter


Mrs. Lee Jackson Porter, the former Susan Kathryn Barker, passed away at her home in Greenville Monday following a brief

illness. Susan Kathryn Barker was born October 25, 1863 and was united in marriage October 12, 1889 to Lee Jackson Porter.

They made their home on one of their farms about three miles from Greenville. For many years she was engaged in the

mercantile business with her husband who preceded her in death some years ago. She is survived by four grandchildren: Mrs.

Charles E. Bruhl, of Houston, TX; Eugene G. Mugge, Jr., of Greenville; Mrs. Donald Jefferies, of Pascagoula, MS; and Mrs. Joe

Reams, of Greenville, all children of Mrs. Porter’s only child the late Mrs. Georgia Porter Mugge; and nine great-grandchildren.

Graveside rites were Wednesday in Evergreen Cemetery.

PORTER, William Lenard Porter


William Lenard Porter, age 50, of Lakeland passed away Thursday, April 25, 2019 at his residence after a sudden illness. He was

born on October 26, 1968 in Hamilton Ontario, Canada to the late Donald & Helen (Tower) Porter. William was the facilities

manager at JLL Concentrix Valdosta location. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed being outdoors. He was a member of the

Everglades Bass Masters and Georgia Boys Fishing Clubs. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Colleen

Hodges, brother, Donald Porter, Jr. and sister, Rita Porter. Survivors include his wife of 24 years, Shelly Porter of Lakeland,

GA; daughter, Tori Porter of Valdosta, GA; daughter, Shaelyn Porter of San Diego, CA; son, Dakota Porter of Cedar City, UT;

sister, Laverne Dow of Hamilton Ontario, Canada; sister, Donna Ross of Sudbury Ontario, Canada; sister, Audrey and Dan Morelli

of Hamilton Ontario, Canada; brother, Arthur Porter of Hamilton Ontario, Canada; and a number of nieces, nephews & other

family members. Funeral Services will be at Music Funeral Services of Lakeland. In lieu of flowers the family asks that

donations be made to Operation Bass Warrior.

PORTWINE, Eugene Frederick Portwine Jr.

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Eugene Frederick “Fred” Portwine Jr., M.D., age 66, passed away peacefully Saturday (Oct. 13, 2018) at Harborview Satilla in

Waycross. He was born Nov. 27, 1951 in Midland, MI, to Eugene Frederick Portwine Sr. and Patricia Lynn (Carr) Portwine. He

grew up in Romeo, MI the eldest of five children. In 1970, he graduated from Romeo Schools. He earned his undergraduate

degree from Central Michigan University and then pursued his medical degree from University of Guadalajara, Mexico. He was a

30-year resident of Waycross where he practiced medicine as an Otolaryngologist and surgeon. He closed his medical practice

and joined the U.S. Army Reserves in 2005. He was called to active duty and deployed to Iraq where he was assigned as a

surgeon treating soldiers and prisoners. He attained the rank of lieutenant colonel. He was predeceased by his father, Eugene

Frederick Portwine Sr., and his son, Brian Lee Portwine. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Portwine, four sisters, Cheri

Wood (Dave Petro), Mary (Reed) Mahoney, Susan (Rick) Tomberlin and Margaret (Mack) Cope, five nieces and nephews, and four

great-nephews. Entombment will take place Friday (Nov. 9) at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Memorialization is by

cremation.

POSLEY, Essie Bell Williams Posley


Mrs. Essie Bell Williams Posley, 95, passed away Monday, April 5, 2010, at Clinch Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Posley was born August

2, 1914, in High Springs, FL, to the late Jessie Williams and Viola McNish Williams. She was a homemaker and a member of the

St. Mark Baptist Church, where she served as an usher. Mrs. Posley was preceded by her husband Charlie Posley; two sons,

Arthur Posley, and Daniel Posley; a daughter, Susann Brand; five sisters, Cara Niblack, Florence Johnson, Eva Lily, Annie Lee

Tomlin, and Willie Bell Williams; three brothers, Ralph Williams, Jessis Williams, and Wallace Williams. Survivors are three

daughters Jessie (Frank) Ingram of Homerville, Bertha Clark of Lakeland, and Laura C. Young of Douglas; three sons, Arcell

(Barbara) Posley, Charles (Lottie) Posley all of Homerville, and Willie James (Glenda) Posley of Waycross; a devoted and loving

niece, Donnie Mosley of Ft. White, FL; 60 grandchildren; 72 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; Services

for Mrs. Posley were held Saturday, April 10, 2010, from New Vision Church of God. Interment was in the Pine Forest Cemetery.

Roundtree Funeral Home served the Posley family.

POST, Peggy Mixon Post


STATESBORO — Peggy Mixon Post, age 68, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday (July 21, 2016). A native of

Jacksonville, FL, she lived most of her adult life in Blackshear. She lived in Statesboro for the past 10 years and was a member

of Eastern Heights Baptist Church. She was a caring, Christian lady who will be remembered as someone who loved Jesus, her

family, who never met a stranger, had a smile for everyone and possessed a sweet, sweet spirit. She was preceded in death by

her parents, John L. and Doris Davis Mixon, and her husband of 10 years, Denning S. Post, who passed away April 21, 2016,

exactly three months prior. Survivors include 3 brothers, John A. (Vicki) Mixon of Orange Beach, AL, Barry L. (Debbie) Mixon

of Troutville, VA, and Glenn E. (Joan) Mixon of Blackshear; a twin sister, Penny Mixon (Larry) Roberts of Lawrenceville; 1 sister-

in-law, Linda Cothren of Alma; 1 brother-in-law, Wayne (Barbara) Post of Milton, and several nieces and nephews. A celebratory

gathering will be Saturday, Aug. 27, at Hodges-Moore Funeral Home.

POSTELL, Anne Viola Johnson Postell


A celebration of life service for Anne Viola Johnson Postell, age 94, will be Friday at Gaines Chapel A.M. E. Church, 801 South

Georgia Parkway East. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. She was the third child born to the late Rev. Edward Wesley

and Alma Phillips Johnson on Jan. 28, 1923 in Willacoochee. Her parents provided a Christian home. They encouraged her to

accept the various roles of an encourager, teacher and Christian. She was a scholar throughout her life. Her early education

was at Dorchester Academy in Midway and old Hazzard Hill School in Waycross. She graduated valedictorian of her Center High

School class. She was a 1957 graduate of Savannah State College with a B.S. degree in home economics. She was selected as a

Kellogg Fellow (1965) at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC. This enabled her to specialize in adult education and earn

an ME.D. She was able to utilize her new skills and practices in the United States Virgin Islands as an adult educator in

conjunction with the Agricultural Extension Service and the College of the Virgin Islands for 10 years. She was a longtime and

faithful member of Gaines Chapel A.M.E. Church where she served on the Stewardess Board, stewardess pro tem, president of

the C.E. Bennett Missionary Society. She also served as treasurer of the Waycross Area Missionary Society and member of the

Lay Organization for District and National. She combined her professional duties and Christian responsibility. She utilized her

professional skills in the missionary work to help women become homemakers as well as women of faith. However, she also knew

that the youth are the foundation for today and tomorrow. She embodied the theme “Christian women making a Difference in

Their Church and Community Through Faith and Love.” She departed this life Tuesday (Dec. 19, 2017) in Brunswick after an

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illness. Preceding her in death in April 2013 was her son, Wynefred L. Postell, of Philadelphia, PA. She leaves a rich legacy in her

daughters, Ida Postell (Calvin) Royal of Atlanta, and Paula Postell Pedersen of Brunswick; she also leaves a sister-in-law, Mary

Johnson of Chicago, IL, seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to by Fluker Funeral Home.

POSTELL. Curtis Lamar Postell Jr.


A celebration of life service for Curtis Lamar Postell Jr., age 75, will be Saturday at Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, 1085

Ossie Davis Parkway. He was born Feb. 16, 1941 in Waycross, to Izola Jenkins Postell and the late Curtis Postell Sr. At an early

age, he became a member of Greater Mt. Zion African Methodist Church in Waycross. He received his formal education from

the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Center High School in 1958. He earned the Bachelor of Science degree

in education from Fort Valley State College and completed graduate studies at Georgia Southern College. He was a longtime

residence of Bulloch County where he retired after 32 years as a health and physical education teacher at Willow Hill and Julia

P. Bryant Schools. He was a member of Stabuc Men’s Civic Club. He enjoyed fishing and photography. He was a devout member

of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and a veteran of the United States Army. He spent his retirement years assisting with the family

business, watching movies and watching his favorite show “The Walking Dead.” He departed this life Saturday (May 14, 2016) in

Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville, FL, after an illness. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death his step-father,

Nathaniel Cobb Sr., his sister, Juanita Cobb Robinson, and a niece, Avis Lowder Rodriquez. Those left to cherish his memory

include 3 daughters, Sherri Lynn Myrick of Jersey City, NJ, Andrea Zenobia Postell of Ellenwood, and Ashley Olivia Postell of

Jacksonville, FL; his mother, Izola Jenkins Cobb of Waycross; 3 grandchildren, Amy Nicole Myrick of Jersey City, NJ, Daijja

Myia Zyanne Smith and Derrex Mackenzie Smith, both of Jacksonville, FL; 4 sisters, Carmetia Postell Lowder of New York,

N.Y., Lenay Washington, Patricia Cobb (David) O’Neal both of Waycross, and Vicki Cobb (Ernest) Campbell of Nashville, TN; 2

adopted sisters, Angellique Cobb and Kristie Cobb (James) White both of Waycross; a brother, Nathaniel Cobb Jr., of Atlanta;

1 brother-in-law, Claude Robinson of Waycross; and nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at

the Cobb residence, 1500 Dorris St., Waycross. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery, Waycross, with military honors. Funeral


POSTON, Hilda Geneva Dodson Poston


Hilda Geneva Dodson Poston of Bainbridge, GA passed away Friday, October 16, 2009 at Bainbridge Health Care. Funeral

services will be held Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Ivey Funeral Home, 502 S. Scott St, Bainbridge, GA with interment in Beulah

Thomas Baptist Church Cemetery. She was employed by the Department of Education, the State of Florida. Hilda was born

February 12, 1932 in Decatur Co, GA, daughter of Luther C. Dodson (deceased) and Ophelia Davis (deceased). She was married

February 11, 1955 in Havana, FL to Terry Poston of Pamplico, SC. Survivors include Terry Poston her husband of Pamplico, SC;

son David (Debbie) Poston of Dothan, AL; grandson Andrew Poston of Dothan, AL; and sister Fannie C. Brock of Lake Wales, FL.

POTTER, George O. Potter


George O. Potter, age 47, died suddenly Friday at the local hospital. He was a native of Sylvania, GA but had resided here for

eight years, where he was employed with the mechanical department of Hardee Motor Company. Survivors include one daughter,

Mrs. Bettie Ruth Counts, of Sylvania; his mother, Mrs. Mittie W. Potter; and one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth V. Watkins, both of

Savannah; three brothers, Albert L. Potter, Jr., of Savannah; Matthew M. Potter, Sylvania; and Robert W. C. Potter, of Bowling

Green, KY and nieces and nephews. Services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment at Savannah, GA.

POTTER, Richard Lee Potter, Sr.


Richard Potter, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Mr. Potter was born in

Fayetteville, WV, to the late Cecil Potter and the late former Cassie White. Coming from Miami, Florida, he had lived in Perry

since 1985. Mr. Potter attended Antioch Revival Center and was a longtime truck driver and diesel mechanic for semi’s and also a

tow truck operator. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors, enjoyed traveling, gardening, and his family

especially his grandkids. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Ethel Potter of Perry, FL, a son, Richard Lee Potter Jr.

(Amanda), of Atlanta, GA, (3) daughters, Iris Lynn Potter, of Perry, FL, Carla Lea Woods (Randal), of Tampa, FL, Crystal Potter

Richard (Henry), of Gainesville, FL, a sister, Alice Jo Henderson, of Perry, FL, (7) grandchildren, Richard James Potter, William

Benton Potter, Jessica Rena’ Woods, Randal DeWayne Woods, Jr., Autumn Marie Woods, Noah Richard Lee Woods, and

Christian Bowden Richard, a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral

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Home on Saturday, July 28, 2012. Interment will follow at Pineview Memorial Cemetery.

PORTER, William Turner Porter Jr.


Mr. William 'Bill' Turner Porter Jr., age 84, of Ft. Walton Beach, FL, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2017, at his

residence. 'Bill' was born September 3, 1933 in Shady Grove, FL. He served in the US Air Force and was a veteran of the

Korean War. Bill worked as a window washer for countless businesses in Taylor County over many years. In his spare time, he

enjoyed working in his yard, taking care of his 3 dogs, and spending time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by;

his parents, his wife, Thelma Porter, and a son, David Porter. Bill is survived by; 2 daughters, Wendy (Charles) Woods of Perry,

and Jeanne (Danny) Showalter of Fort Walton Beach; a son, William 'Bill' Porter III, of Fort Walton Beach, 8 grandchildren, 7

great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside Services will be Friday, January 5, 2018

in Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PORTER, Willie James Porter

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, September 25, 2013

A celebration of life service for Willie James "Bo" Porter, 66, who died Sunday morning, September 15, 2013 at Tift Regional

Medical Center in Tifton, was held Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013 at Lighthouse Assembly of God Church. Interment was in Pine Forest

Cemetery. He was born on July 5, 1947 in Homerville, son of the late Henry James Porter and Lillie Mae Edmond Porter. "Bo," as

he was affectionately known, was a lifelong resident of Homerville. He received his formal education from the public school

system. He retired from Clinch Memorial Hospital in Homerville with 36 years of service. He was a longtime member of Antioch

Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Angeline Porter, a daughter, Tia King, a son,

James Porter, siblings, Reatha Swinson, Patricia Porter, Willie Simmons and Johnny Porter, and his step-father, Arthur Lacey.

Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Darrell Porter (Jackie), Ricky Jones (Harelynn) and Latricia McGee

(Willie), all of Kissimmee, FL, Tiffany Jackson (Fred), of Ell-Grove, CA; his step-children, Lois Abney, Mary Abney and Jeffery

Abney; his mother-in-law, Artester Riley, of Homerville; 3 sisters-in-law, Carolyn Simmons and Etheline Davis, of Homerville,

and Maddis Riley, of LaGrange; 1 brother-in-law, Wydell Riley, of Homerville; siblings, William Lee Porter, of Waycross, J. B.

Porter (Mary Ann), Shirley Carter (Roosevelt), Alexander Lacey (Joan), Gregory Lacey (Pamoreasa), all of Homerville, Billy Lacey

(Sherry), of Ambrose, Arthur Lacey, Jr. (Kim), of Lakeland, Dorothy Hayes (Gordon), of Dixon Mill, AL, Lucella Cook (Henry), of

Fayetteville, NC, James Porter, Henry Porter, John Porter (Stacey), Mirror Porter, Jesse Porter, Larry Porter (Tori), Rosa Ray

(Maurice), Glenda Ray, Geraldine Bowers (Carlos) and Marty Porter, all of Florida; 4 aunts, Mary Alice McKnight, Edith Taylor,

Katherine Edmond and Sarah Robinson; 2 uncles, Frank Edmond (Katherine) and Jesse Edmond (Jessie); and numerous

grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and relatives. Friends were received at the home of his brother-in-law and sister,

Roosevelt and Shirley Carter, Brown Street, Homerville. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of

Homerville.

POULIOTTE, Betty Faye Pouliotte

(Abstracted from the St. Augustine (FL) Record, Friday, May 16, 2008)

Betty Faye Pouliotte, 69, of Madison, Fla., died Monday, May 12, 2008 at her home. Mrs. Pouliotte was a native of St. Augustine

and had resided in Madison for the past 10 years. She was a homemaker and was co-owner of B&GP Enterprise, gun dealers,

where she worked side by side with her beloved husband. She was a member of the NRA and was of the Catholic faith. Memorial

services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Beggs Funeral Home Chapel in Madison with a viewing from 10-11 a.m. She is survived by

her spouse of 46 years, George Pouliotte, Madison; sister, Johnnie, Fernandina, Fla.; brother, Eddie, Brunswick, GA; children,

Ernest, Kim, Shelly, David, Georgette and Shawn, all of St. Augustine; 13 grandchildren, Tiffany, George, Ernie, Boomer,

Elizabeth, Alan, Raven, Amanda, Christine, David, Kaylee, Bunky, Arianna, all of St. Augustine; seven great-grandchildren,

Gabriel, Destiny, Michael, Charlotte, Zeta, Sterling and Caleb, all of St. Augustine. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison, in charge of

arrangements.

POUND, Ann W. Pound

(Abstracted from John Bullard 20 January 2020)

Ann W. Pound of Tallahassee, FL, passed away at home on January 15, 2020. She was 78. Born in Little Rock, AR, to John and

Martha Sue (Morton) Woolly, Ann spent her early years in Greenwood, MS, and traveled throughout the country while her

father served the Navy during World War II and the Korean Conflict. After completing service, the family returned to

Mississippi. Ann graduated from Leland High School (1959), received her Bachelors in performing piano from Millsaps College

(Jackson, MS, 1963), and completed her Masters in music therapy from Florida State University in the late 1970’s. Ann married

Clyde V. Gault, Jr., also of Leland, in 1964. The couple had one daughter Alicia. Following the death of her husband, Ann

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relocated to Tallahassee, FL, completing her education and eventually remarrying. She worked as a therapist, financial adviser,

and later in sales at Dillard’s. The traditional Southern lady, Ann enjoyed reading and traveling. She had exquisite taste and

loved socializing with friends and family. She treasured memories of her German Shepherds and cats. Ann was a kind and gentle

soul who served others through volunteer work as a member of the Junior Auxiliary of Leland and Methodist Church, and other

Tallahassee organizations. She was a member of Phi Mu Fraternity. Ann was preceded in death by her parents and husbands

Clyde V. Gault, Jr. and Jim Pound. She is survived by her daughter, Alicia Gault Gee (Phil); three grandchildren, Corey Cavin,

Megan Gee and Brittany Gee; one great-grandson, Isaac Cavin, all of Maud, OK; one sister, Janis Bunting (Bill) of Madison, FL;

and numerous beloved members of her extended family. Graveside services and interment will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery

(Madison, Florida) under the direction of Burns Funeral Home in Madison. A memorial and celebration of life will be later this

spring.

POUND, Carey Aldine Pound


Carey Aldine Pound, owner and publisher of the Jesup, GA Sentinel died Sunday at Niceville, FL where he was visiting his

mother, Mrs. J. E. Pound. Editor Pound was a native of Madison, FL.

POWELL, Mrs. A. C. Powell

(Abstracted from the Quitman Free Press, Quitman, Georgia, April 19, 1945)

Mrs. A. C. Powell, 71, died at the Brooks County Hospital Sunday and while friends knew her condition was serious, her passing

came as a shock to many friends. Mrs. Powell had not been in good health for several years. She fell on Monday of last week,

breaking her hip and she had been critically ill since that time. Mrs. Powell was well known throughout this entire section. She

was the former Miss Viola Ramsey and was born in Grooverville on October 2, 1873. Her parents were the late Mr. and Mrs. Jim

Ramsey, prominent residents of the county. Her husband, Arthur C. Powell died December 9, 1941. She was a member of the

Quitman Methodist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. W. B. Crane of Quitman and Mrs. R. W. Atkinson of

Newport News, VA. She is also survived by two granddaughters, Mrs. B. T. Capien and Miss Martha Crane and great-

granddaughter to whom she was particularly devoted, little Vicky Capien. Mrs. Powell is also survived by two brothers, J. E.

Ramsey of Tampa and R. C. Ramsey of Little River, FL. Funeral services were held from the Maxwell-Eason Funeral Home

Tuesday afternoon with interment at Oak Hill where she was laid to rest beside her husband.

POWELL, A. R. Powell


A. R. Powell, age 74, died Friday June 19th at his home in Greenville. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Mattie E. Powell, of Greenville;

three sons, C. W., of Moultrie; J. W., of Greenville; and Alva Reid Powell, of Mayo; six daughters, Mrs. Marion Register, of

Norman Park, GA; Mrs. F. C. Bostick and Mrs. Ralph Wills, both of Moultrie; Mrs. Cecil Brannen, of Greenville; Mrs. Jim West, of

Macon; and Mrs. Wesley Holland, of Bartow. Funeral services were held Saturday in the First Baptist Church of Greenville with

interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

POWELL, Alene V. Powell


Alene V. Powell, age 86, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at Vista Park. Mrs. Powell was born on

February 13, 1932, in Coffee County, GA, the daughter to the late Henry Frank Vaughn and Ethel Mae Smith Vaughn. She was a

homemaker and was of the Holiness Faith. Survivors include her daughter, Linda Sue Kratochvil of Waycross, GA; sister, Winnie

Register of Denton, GA; two brothers, Frank Vaughn of Douglas, GA and Mitchell Vaughn of Douglas, GA; grandchildren: Lisa

Powell, Jennifer Via, Michael (Tonya) Via, Mat Powell, Kenny Kratochvil, Jason (Leann) Kratochvil, Samantha (Patrick) Daniels,

Haley (Booky) Howell; seventeen grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Sunday, December 2, 2018,

at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Douglas City Cemetery.

POWELL, Beulah Braswell Hendry Powell


Beulah Braswell Hendry Powell, age 79, passed away Friday in Pine Lake Nursing home after an extended illness. She was the

daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Braswell and was born in Brooks County, GA. She was a member of the Greenville

United Methodist Church and was a member of the Eastern Star and the American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors are two

daughters, Mrs. Charlie Fagan of Tallahassee and Mrs. L. C. Sheffield of Jacksonville; two step-sons, R. P. Hendry of San

Antonio, TX and Hoyt Hendry of Arcadia; three step-daughters, Mrs. W. H. Bishop and Mrs. H. B. Sloan, both of Greenville;

Mrs. D. W. Parker of Jacksonville; one brother, Mr. C. W. Braswell of Greenville; eleven grandchildren and six great-

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grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday September 20, 1970 in the Greenville United Methodist Church with

interment in Roseland Cemetery in Monticello, FL.

POWELL, Charles Powell


Charles Powell, 58, died suddenly at his home in Moultrie, GA of a heart attack on August 20th. He was the son of the late Mr.

and Mrs. T. F. Powell of Quitman. He was born in Lowndes County, GA. Survivors are his wife, a daughter, four brothers, one of

whom is Bill Powell, of Madison; one sister and a granddaughter.

POWELL, Mrs. Charles Powell, Sr.


Mrs. Charles Powell, Sr., age 71, died in the local hospital Tuesday June 11 after a brief illness. She had lived in Lowndes

County, GA and Madison County, FL all her life. Pinetta had been her home for many years. Survivors include her husband

Charles Powell, Sr., of Pinetta; two daughters, Mrs. B. F. Moseley, of Lake City and Mrs. Jack Woodard, of Pinetta; three sons,

L. A. Powell, of Gainesville; Charles Powell, Jr., of Perry and Grady W. Powell, of Orlando; one sister, Mrs. Iler Carter, of Lake

Park; ten grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday June 16 in the Pinetta

Methodist Church with burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery.

POWELL, Clyde Powell


Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Maynard were called to Andalusia, AL by the death of Mrs. Maynard’s father, Mr. Clyde Powell. Funeral

services were held Sunday.

POWELL, Dallas Herman Powell

(Abstracted from information at Topix)

Dallas Herman Powell was born on July 19, 1921 and passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015. Dallas was a resident of Lee, FL

at the time of his passing. He was preceded in death by his wife Flo. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, February 13,

2014 at Mathews Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Crown Hill Cemetery with military honors. Memorials may be made to

Living the Legacy, Byne Memorial Baptist Church, 2832 Ledo Road, Albany, GA, 31707 or to the Georgia Baptist Children's

Home, P. O. Box 329, Palmetto, GA, 30268.

POWELL, David Lucious Powell

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida July 17, 2013)

David Lucious Powell, 66, of Greenville, FL passed at home on Thursday, July 11, 2013. Funeral services are Friday, July 19, at

New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Greenville with burial in the Church Cemetery. A Greenville native, David was a retired log

truck and commercial freight truck driver. He is survived by his daughter, U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Stacy (Elton) Fortson;

granddaughters, Erin and Ellen Fortson; three sisters, Gloria Powell, Dinna J. Thomas and Donna Kay Powell; four brothers, Alvin

(Shirley), Bernard (Susie), Johnnie Ray and Jimmie Powell; aunt, Martha Polite; special and loyal friend, Mae English; along with a

host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Tillman of Monticello is in charge of the arrangements 850-997-5553.

POWELL, Delphine Samuels Powell


Evangelist Delphine Samuels Powell, age 64, of Waycross, departed this life Wednesday (Feb. 1, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health

System in Waycross. The funeral will be Saturday at Powerhouse of Faith. Committal service will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her children, Kewa (Phillip) Gibson and Victor Powell Jr.; her siblings, Melzella (Emory)

Marcus, Connie (Henry) Dubose, Danny (Regina) White, Aaron (Janice) White, and Charlotte White; her grandchildren, Sharayla

Harris, Shalapria, Desmonae Winkfield and Desmond White. Southview Mortuary of Tifton is serving the family.

POWELL, Dorothy Ann Martin Powell


BLACKSHEAR — Dorothy Ann Martin Powell, age 86, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday (Jan. 7, 2016) at the Pierce County

Nursing Home. Born in Americus, Oct. 10, 1929, she lived in Duval County for many years before moving to Pierce County in

2003. She was a retired secretary-bookkeeper for Duval County Public Schools and was a very active member of the former

North Main Street Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School. After moving to Pierce County,

she joined Blackshear First Baptist Church where she was in the Enriched Sunday School Class. She was an excellent

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seamstress and enjoyed quilting the last few years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who instilled in her

daughters the importance of being independent thinkers. She was the daughter of the late Ezra Bishop and Itier Lowry Martin.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Hugh Powell, and by her brother, Edward B. Martin. Survivors include her 3

daughters and sons-in-law, Wanda (Louie) Carlton of Navarre, FL, Margie (David) Hendry of Blackshear, and Nancy (Scott) Davis

of Walterboro, SC; 4 grandchildren, Wendy (Bill) Clifton, Dan (Desiree’) Carlton, Erin (Janssen) Tucker and Lauren Hendry; 4

great-grandchildren, Samuel Powell Clifton, Lucy Anne Clifton, Ian Pierce Clifton and Emeline Lea Carlton; several nieces,

nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Blackshear First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the

Evergreen Cemetery in Jacksonville, FL, Tuesday. Memorials may be made to the Pierce County Nursing Home Family Council,

Attn. Beauty Shop, 221 Carter Ave., Blackshear, GA 31516. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the

arrangements.

POWELL, Edna Daphene Powell


Edna Daphene Powell, 69, of Waycross, died Saturday (Aug. 18, 2012) at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. She was

born March 12, 1943 in Broxton, the daughter of the late Ralph and Stella York Lord. She was also preceded in death by a

brother, Alvin Lord. Survivors include her husband, Wilbur P. Powell, of Waycross; sons William (Sarah) Mims, of Fort Valley,

and Matthew Powell, of Waycross; daughters, Deborah (Jerry) Wilcox, of Valdosta, Donna Mims, of Waycross, Lisa Powell, of

Dallas, Texas; a step-daughter, Linda (Mike) Kratochvil, of Waycross; brothers, Ralph Lord, of Gray, and Carroll Lord, of

Warner Robins; sisters, Carolyn Hester, of Lumber City, and Patricia Nelson, of Maryland; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-

grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held at 4 p.m. today at Destination Church in

Waycross. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Powell family.

POWELL, Ellis C. Powell


Ellis C. Powell, 76, died Tuesday morning at his home in Greenville. He had not been in good health for some time. Funeral

services were held Thursday afternoon at the Greenville Methodist Church. Following the services the remains were carried to

Tallahassee for interment in Oaklawn Cemetery.

POWELL, Eva Doris Powell


Eva Doris Powell, 88, died March 31, 2006. She was born Aug. 29, 1918, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. D.F. Herrin of

Waycross. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Jack D. and D.C. Herrin, of Waycross. She is survived by daughters Ann

Rushin, of Boone, N.C., and Judy Bagby, of Tampa, Fla.; their spouses; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her

sister and brother-in-law, Roy and Mable Meeks, and a sister-in-law, Bernadine Herrin, all of Waycross; and several nieces and

nephews, many of whom live in the area. Her burial, alongside her late husband, Billy Powell, was in Alpharetta on April 6.

POWELL, Georgia M. Powell


The funeral for Georgia M. Powell, 90, of Hoboken, who passed away Tuesday (July 28, 2009), will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at

New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church on State Street. The body will be placed in the church at noon Saturday. The pastor, the Rev.

Jackie L. Cooper, will deliver words of comfort. Visitation will take place Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. at Rainge Funeral Home in

Blackshear. She was preceded in death by her husband and by one son, Leroy Finney. She was born in Dublin, the daughter of

the late Mr. and Mrs. Elex (Annie) M. Stanley Coney. She moved to Hoboken as an adult and raised her family there. She was a

housekeeper for several families for many years and was a Powell faithful member of the First African Baptist Church in

Hoboken. She later joined New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. She was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by two sisters, Lucille

Williams and Viola Jones; two daughters, Katherine Adams and Robbie Williams, both of Waycross; 14 grandchildren, Bobby

(Jeanette) Finney, Jimmy L. (Kim) Gaskins, Andrew Gaskin, James Gaskin, Leroy Finney, Robert Finney, Joyce R. (Robert) Jones,

Sherrill A. (Ulysses) Jones, Annette Frazier, Joann (Jessie) Strickland, Pamela Gaskin, Emma L. (Roxland) Smith, Eric Gaskins

and Ethel Finney; 36 great-grandchildren and 45 great-great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

The cortege will assemble at noon Saturday at the home of her daughter, Robbie Williams, 1111 Folks St. Friends and relatives

may call at the Williams home, 1111 Folks St., Waycross. Arrangements are with Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home,

Blackshear

POWELL, Harold P. Powell

(Abstracted from John Bullard 16 May 2020)

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Harold P. “Rick” Powell passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020, in Pensacola. He served his country proudly in the United States

Army where he received a Purple Heart. Rick retired from the Florida Highway Patrol after 27 years of service. Rick was an

avid fisherman, where he particularly enjoyed fly fishing. He was a loving husband, father and friend, who will surely be missed.

Rick is preceded in death by his parents, Patrick and Margaret Powell, and brother, Mark Powell. Rick is survived by his loving

wife of 53 years, Linda Powell; children, Jo Lynn Powell and Ryan Powell (Rhonda); grandchildren, Patrick T. Watson, Jamie L.

Turner, Harley L. Skinner, Taylor M. Powell and Connor R. Powell; four great-grandchildren; and brother, Danny Powell (Mary). A

private burial will be held at Barrancas National Cemetery, onboard NAS Pensacola, FL. Faith Chapel Funeral Home South, 100

Beverly Parkway, Pensacola, is entrusted with arrangements.

POWELL, Herbert Lee Powell

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 16 November 2016)

Services for Herbert Lee Powell of Coolidge, GA are Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel and

interment is in Enon Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Powell died Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016 at his residence. Born Oct. 2, 1931 in

Jacksonville, FL, he was the son of the late Otis F. Powell and Annie Rose Nixon Powell. On April 14, 1956 in Thomasville, GA, he

married Martha Mae Fallin Powell. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Mr. Powell was a retired truck driver

from Kroger and member of the Teamsters Union local 528. He was also a Jack of all trades and was efficient working on

heating and air conditioners or as an electrician. He was a member of Merrillville Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife,

Martha Mae Powell of Thomasville; daughter, Tricia Sizemore of Columbus; son and daughter-in-law, Lamar (Jamie) Powell of

Fortson, GA; grandchildren, Crystal (Brandon) Carraway, Brittni (Brandon) Hayes, Justin Powell; great-grandchildren, Brailey

Carraway, Anslee Carraway, Carter Hayes, Mallory Hayes, Madison Hayes, Camryn Powell; daughter-in-law, Sandra Powell of

Columbus; son-in-law, Roger Sizemore of Box Springs, GA; brother, Otis Powell of Great Falls, MT; sister, Pauline Norton of

Phenix City, AL; brothers, Donald Powell of Cataula, GA and George Edward Powell of Covington, GA. He was preceded in death

by brothers John Powell, Gus Harrell, Fred Powell and Larry Powell. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to the Lewis Hall

Singletary Oncology Center, 919 S. Broad St., Thomasville, GA 31792.

POWELL, Inez Powell


Inez Powell, age 54, died June 19th at the Gainesville Medical Center in Gainesville after a lingering illness. Survivors are one

son, and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Lemuel Stephens of Williamtown, NJ; three brothers, Vernon Hawes of Madison, Felton

Hawes of Augusta, GA and Theodore Hawes of Philadelphia, PA and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were Monday at

Shiloh Baptist Church with burial at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

POWELL, James Powell


James "Dennis" Powell, age 59, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at his residence. He was born on

September 10, 1956 in Atlanta, GA to Emerson D. and Jesse Joann (Sells) Powell. He worked in sales with Valdosta Toyota in

Valdosta, GA. Dennis was a graduate of Mid America Seminary in Memphis, TN. He was a minster of the gospel serving as a

youth minister later serving inmates through prison ministry, with his wife. He attended Southland Church in Valdosta, GA. His

survivors include his wife, Connie Sue Powell of Valdosta, GA; 3 daughters & sons-in-laws, Leslie Nicole (Adam) Steel; Kristin

DeAnn (Dusty) Edwards; Rebekah Danielle (Tommy) Davis all three of Valdosta, GA; 2 stepsons, Terry A. (Tamatha) Hines of

Valdosta, GA; Cameron D. (Nancy) Hines of Valdosta, GA; 1 sister, Elaine Kinchen of Lake Park, GA; brother, Daniel D. Powell of

Lake Steel Park, GA; Andy Powell of Lake Park, GA; grandchildren, Gwyneth E. Steel, Shelby G., Bennett E. Steel, W. Weston

Edwards, Eli James Edwards, Zane Knighton, Kyleigh Knighton, Taylor R. Hines, Elizabeth G. Hines; and numerous nephews and

nieces. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 14, 2015 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services. A private

interment service will be held at a later date. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, GA is serving the family.

POWELL, Jerry Powell


Mr. Jerry “Pool” Powell, age 68, of Ambrose, GA, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2017, at his residence following a short illness.

Mr. Powell was born January 3, 1949, to the late Comer W. Powell and the late Beulah Wooten Powell. Other than his parents, he

was preceded in death by two brothers; Jerome Powell and Royce Powell. Mr. Powell was a native of Jeff Davis County, GA. He

was employed with Winn Dixie for 18 years as a meat cutter and then with the City of Douglas in the Water Department. Later

he and his wife owned and operated Evans-Powell Mobile Home Park. He attended Westwood Baptist Church. Survivors include

his wife: Peggy Evans Powell of Ambrose, GA, one son: Steven Powell of Ambrose, GA; one sister: Joyce Ferro of Snipesville, GA;

several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at Westwood Baptist Church. The

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interment followed in Griffin Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

POWELL, Jerry Powell


Jerry Powell, age 79, of Lakeland passed away Thursday, December 06, 2018 at his residence. He was born on June 12, 1939 in

Lanier County, GA to the late Joseph B. & Neta Mae Powell, Sr. Jerry graduated from Lanier County High School and attended

Valdosta State College. He retired from the Georgia State Patrol and the Lanier County Probation Office. Jerry was a member

of Lakeland United Methodist Church. He had won many awards for shotgun skeet shooting. Along with his parents he was

preceded in death by his brother, Joseph B. Powell, Jr. Survivors include a niece, Susan Powell, Albany, GA; nephew: Robert D.

Powell (Valerie), Albany, GA and a number of cousins. Funeral Services will be Saturday, December 8, 2018 in the Lakeland

Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial following in Fender Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Lakeland

United Methodist Church.

POWELL, Jimmy Jones Powell

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 5 July 2017)

Jimmy Jones Powell, age 62, of Greenville, FL passed in Madison on Friday, June 30, 2017. Funeral services will be Saturday,

July 8, 2017 at New Zion M.B. Church, Greenville, with burial in the church cemetery. Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello is

entrusted with the arrangements. For several years he lived in Ft. Lauderdale, where he was an auto parts deliveryman.

Survivors include his sisters, Gloria Powell (caregiver), Dinna Thomas and Donny Kay Powell; brothers, Alvin (Shirley), Bernard

and Johnny Ray Powell; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was predeceased by his parents, Willie Sr. and

Oreatha Hampton Powell and siblings, Willie Jr., David and Glenn Powell.

POWELL, Levi Powell

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper , Madison, Florida, August 15, 1969)

Levi Powell, age 80, died August 4th at his home in Greenville. He was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church at Greenville, He is

survived by his wife, Mrs. Eliza Powell of Greenville; two sons, SP/6 Eddie Powell of Vietnam; Woodrow Watson of Greenville;

four daughters, Gloria Jean Powell; Ora Lee Demps, Rosa Lee and Leola Fead, all of Greenville; and nineteen grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Sunday August 17th at Shiloh Baptist Church with burial in New Zion Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street

Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

POWELL, Lucy Mae Williams Powell


A celebration of life service for Deaconess Lucy Mae Williams Powell, age 87, will be held Saturday at Friendship Missionary

Baptist Church, 417 Wilkerson St. She was born on Nov. 17, 1929 in Waycross to the late Alfred Williams Sr. and Lucy Mae

Darby Williams. She received her formal education from the Waycross public school system. She was employed for many years

at Gold Kist Pecan Factory before her retirement. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and became a

member of the First Born Church of The Living God. She later became a member of Congregational First Born Church where she

served as a deaconess. On Sept. 30, 1978, she was joined in holy matrimony to the late Heikes Powell Sr. This union was blessed

with many years of love and happiness. She was called from her earthly home to her heavenly home on Monday (Dec. 19, 2016).

In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by four siblings, Bobby Jack Williams, Alfred Williams Jr.,

Dorothy McElroy and Cora Reed. Those left to cherish her memory include 3 sons, David (Linda) Clark of Lutz, FL, Rufus (Carol)

Williams of Daytona Beach, FL, and Sylvester Armstrong of Waycross; 2 daughters, Fay Jackson of Waycross, and Margo

(James) Green of Jacksonville, FL; 1 brother, John (Barbara) Williams of Milton, FL; 1 sister, Elizabeth Tindle of Milton, FL; 17

grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other

relatives. Friends are being received at the Powell residence 813 Bay St. Interment will be in Hazzard hill Cemetery. Funeral

arrangements are entrusted to Fluker funeral Home.

POWELL, Marvin Louis Powell


Marvin Louis Powell, age 57, of Ft. Myers, FL passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. Funeral services will be

Saturday, Dec. 24 at New Zion M.B. Church in Greenville, with burial in the church cemetery. Tillman of Monticello is handling

the arrangements. A Greenville native and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Mr. Powell is survived by his children: Mache, Mekia,

Thelma, Allison, Marvin Jr., Adrian, Mannuel and Marquis Powell, LaShaunda and Selina Williams and Relonda (Lovell) Gibson; 18

grandchildren; siblings: Sarah Lou, Nora, Carl (Allison), Lorenzo (Evelyn) and Gerald; a special niece, Roshannon Powell; a devoted

cousin, Faye; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

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POWELL, Mildred Allen Powell

(Abstracted from the Echols County News, February 23, 2011)

Mrs. Mildred Allen Powell, 91, of Valdosta went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Heritage

Healthcare at Lakehaven Nursing Home. She was born in Echols County on July 5, 1919 to the late Youley Fred and Lillian Dedge

Allen. Mrs. Powell had lived in Homerville from 1959-1994 then she moved to Valdosta. She was a former member of the New

Vision Church of God in Homerville where she taught the Honey Bee Sunday School Class for 35 years and had served as a Pink

Lady at Clinch Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Powell was currently a member at Abundant Life Church of God. She was preceded in

death by her husband, Lloyd Lamarr Powell. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Walter Bazemore of

Valdosta; and one grandson, Walt Bazemore of Lake Park. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 12, 2011 at the

Abundant Life Church of God. Burial followed in the Wayfare Cemetery. Carson McLane Funeral Home served the Powell family.

POWELL, Raymond Powell


Raymond Powell, age 69, died Tuesday (Feb. 20, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Hospital in Waycross following a short illness. He was

born March 16, 1948 in Jasper, FL. He was a self-employed pulpwood operator for many years. He was a member and deacon of

Pentecostal Church of God in Lumber City. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Powell and Beatrice Rollins Powell, his

wife, Verna Jean Gloster Powell, one brother and three sisters. Survivors include five daughters, Bernice Powell and Monica

Powell (BoBo), both of Homerville, Bertha Powell, Timika Revis (Larry Jr.) and Sheila Smallwood (John), all of Waycross; one son,

Will Powell, of Adel; 30 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; three sisters, Minnie Ryals, of Eastman, Dora Williams and

Mamie Reynolds, both of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; two brothers, Robert Powell (Marie) of Waycross, and John Edwards (Betsy) of

Youngsville, NC; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Saturday at Oakland Cemetery.

Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

POWELL, Renwick Derrell Powell


Renwick Derrell Powell, age 32, passed in Port Charlotte, FL on Monday, December 22, 2014. Funeral services will be Saturday,

January 3, 2015 at Mt. Pleasant Holiness Church of God in Greenville, FL. Interment will be in New Zion Cemetery. He was a

2001 graduate of Madison County High School and a former Wal-Mart associate. Survivors include his daughter, Xaria Monique

Alexia Powell; son, Xavier M. A. Powell; brother, Mark T. (Mesha) Taylor; sister, Anita Young; aunt, Betty Jean Ford, who raised

Renwick after his mother passed; along with numerous other relatives. His parents, John Powell and Gloria Jean Young preceded

him in death.

POWELL, Ronald C. Powell


Ronald C. Powell, age 89, of Douglas, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2011, at Shady Acres Convalescent Home following an

extended illness. Mr. Powell was born in England to the late Harold Ronald and Mae Powell. He was a pilot in the Royal Air Force

in England during World War II. He was a member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church and was plant manager at Fleetwood Mobile

Home. Survivors include his wife, Nora Powell of Douglas; daughter, Yvonne Taylor of Douglas; son, Geoffrey Powell of

Charleston, SC; sisters, Eileen Page of Oxford, England, Margaret Powell of Johannesburg, South Africa and Jean Freeman of

Wivelsfield-Green, England; four grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

POWELL, Roxie M. Powell

(Abstracted from information received from June Spear, 9 May 2017)

POWELL, ROXIE M., age 93, of Orlando, passed away August 17th. Born in Sycamore, GA, she moved to Central Florida in 1930.

Mrs. Powell was a member of First Baptist Church of Central Florida. Survivors: son, Louis and Patricia Powell of Orlando;

daughter- in-law, Fran Powell of Austin, TX; son-in-law, Carl Peavy of Ocoee; sister, Eunice E. Smith of Decatur, GA; eight

grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and four great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband,

Byron, daughter, Marion Peavy and son Joe Powell. Friends may call at Dobbs Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 20. Services

will be held Thursday, August 21 at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Services under the

professional direction of Dobbs Funeral Home, 430 N. Kirkman Rd., Orlando, FL 32811 (407) 578-7720.

POWELL, Sarah Elizabeth Rice Powell


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Sarah Elizabeth Rice Powell, 85, died Wednesday morning (May 14, 2008) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an

extended illness. She was a native of Fitzgerald, but she lived most of her life in Waycross. She was employed by Georgia

Department of Family and Children Services for 32 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church and the Ruth Sunday

School Class, and she volunteered for the First Baptist Church Benevolence Program and Baptist Village Auxiliary. She was the

daughter of the late Carl S. Rice and Daisy Wilbanks Rice. She was also the wife of the late Lewis H. Powell. Survivors include

her daughter, Sylvia Roberts, of Waycross; two grandchildren, Cynthia Stanfield (husband Shane), of Gainesville, and Stefanie

Yockel (husband Mike), of Cumming; five great grandchildren, Ivey and Kalei Stanfield, Jonathan, Mary Katherine and Josh

Yockel; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Green lawn Cemetery. Music Funeral

Home is in charge of arrangements.

POWELL, Teresa Ann Powell


Miss Teresa Ann “Tracy” Powell, age 49, of Blackshear, slipped away from this earth and ran through the gates of Heaven

Thursday (Sept. 14, 2017) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House surrounded by her many friends. Born in Jesup, Aug. 31, 1968,

she lived in Pierce County most of her life. She was a 1989 graduate of Pierce County High School. In 1993 she received a

degree in accounting / business administration / computer science from Waycross College and in 1996 she received a degree in

accounting / business administration from Valdosta State University. She dearly loved her classmates and they dearly loved her

too. She was a proud Pierce County Bear, a jokester and a natural comedian for you never knew what she would come up with.

Her bright smile and fun personality will be missed always. She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church. She was a

daughter of the late Howard W. Powell Jr. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Reppard and Gladys Combs

Carter, and by her aunt, Jerri Ann Carter. Survivors include her mother, Jonnet Carter of Elijay; her uncle, Butch Carter of

Blackshear; her cousins, Candy Carter, David Carter, Taylor Carter and Carter Hoyle all of Blackshear; and several other

relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Shady Grove Cemetery. Memorials

may be made to Lekotek of Georgia, Inc., 1955 Cliff Valley Way, Suite 102, Atlanta, GA 30329.

POWELL, Verna Jean Powell


Verna Jean Powell, age 55, died Wednesday (June 25, 2014) at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs, FL, after an extended

illness. She was a native of Homerville, but she lived for the last 37 years in Waycross. She was a homemaker and member of

Pentecostal Church of God where she served as a prayer woman. She was the daughter of the late Aggie Lee Gloster and Mabel

Gloster. She was preceded in death by one son, Charles Clark III, two sisters, Jerry Ann Grayer and Alzenna Jenkins, and one

brother, Willie Gloster. Survivors include her husband, Raymond Powell, of Waycross; 2 daughters, Timika Clark.(Lawrence)

Revis, of Waycross, and Sheila (John) Smallwood, of Waycross; 4 step-daughters, Bertha Powell, Monica Powell, Bernice

(Chucky) Holmes and Kashemma Horne; 27 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Johnny Gloster, of Tampa, FL, and

George (Margaret) Gloster, of Valdosta; 5 sisters, Mary (Nathan) Lee, of Waycross, Mildred (Daymon) Gloster, of Lakeland,

Mildred (Benny) Rhine, of Lakeland, Virginia Gloster, of Lakeland, and Daisy (Marvin) Graham, of St. Petersburg, FL; and

numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Saturday (July 5, 2014) at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is


POWELL, Will Powell


Will Powell, age 68, died May 17th in a Lake City hospital. He is survived by his wife, Inez Hawes Powell, of Valdosta; one step-

son, Lemuel Stephens, of Philadelphia; three brother-in-laws, Theodore Hawes, of Philadelphia; Felton of Augusta; and Vernon of

Madison. Funeral services were held Sunday May 20th in the Shiloh Baptist Church with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Beggs Colored Funeral home was in charge of the arrangements.

POWER, Mrs. R. L. Power


Mrs. R. L. Power passed away at her home east of the city Wednesday night after a brief illness with hemorrhagic fever. The

deceased was born in Dooly County, GA in 1871. He maiden name was Mary Jane Harrell. With her parents she moved to Florida

when quite young, settling in Alachua County and later moving to Madison County. She was married to Robert L. Power about

twenty three years ago. He survives her along with a daughter, Mrs. Ingram. She also leaves four brothers and two sisters to

mourn her loss. Mrs. Power had been a member of the Baptist Church for several years.

POWERS, Billy Ray Powers Sr.

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(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 9 July 2020)

Billy Ray Powers, Sr., age 70, of Lake Park, GA passed away Thursday July 9, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center. He was

born on February 18, 1950 in Adel, GA to the late Louise (Greene) and Perry Powers. Billy worked most of his life as an auto

technician and retired with Smith Tire. He was a loving and dedicated husband. Spending time with his family was the most

important thing in his life. After his retirement, Billy loved traveling and fishing. Boiled peanuts were something else he favored.

He was well known for his competitive spirit! Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Mark Powers. Survivors

include his loving wife of 35 years, Margaret Powers of Lake Park, GA; children: Billy Ray Powers Jr. and wife Kim of Valdosta,

GA, Judy Smith and husband Rodney of Valdosta, GA, Charles Bracey and wife Doris of Clearwater, FL, Chris Legette and

husband Bob of Marion, SC; numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A memorial service to honor Billy’s life will be at Music

Funeral Services, Valdosta.

POWERS, Joseph Lester Powers


ST. MARYS — Joseph Lester “J.L.” Powers, age 67, of Blackshear, passed away Saturday (Dec. 15, 2018) at Southeast Georgia

Health System — Camden campus following a sudden illness. Born in Blackshear Aug. 10, 1951, he lived in Pierce County most of

his life. He was a journeyman electrician and was of the Methodist faith. He enjoyed going to auctions and especially enjoyed

doing for others. He will be remembered as a kind and generous brother and uncle. He was a son of the late Ellon Ardis and

Nancy Estelle Griffin Powers. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Johnny Ray Powers. Survivors include his son, Joe

Powers of Callahan, FL; his grandson, Samuel Powers, of Callahan; two sisters, Malinda Childs of Jacksonville, FL, and Frances

(Ralph) Miller of Blackshear; six nephews, Ben Scheibe of Jacksonville, Jeffrey Powers of Jacksonville, John Powers of

Nahunta, Timmy R. Brooks of Blackshear, David Brooks of Blackshear, and Josh Powers of Waycross; two nieces, Debbie Brooks

and Annette Scheibe both of Jacksonville; three great-nephews, Sam Powers of Waycross, Jaxon Brooks of Nahunta, and Evan

Powers of Waycross; a great-niece, Hayden Powers of Waycross; and several other relatives. A graveside service will be held

Wednesday in the St. Johns Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Johns United Methodist Church or to the American Heart

Association, www.heart.org. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

POWERS, Julius Ray Powers


Julius Ray Powers, age 83, of Baxley, died Wednesday (Feb. 19, 2014) at Appling Health Care after a brief illness. He was born

in Pierce County where he grew up in the Hacklebarney area. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in the early 1950s, and

served for six years. He then enlisted in the United States Navy where he retired in 1974 after more than 20 years of service.

During his time in the United States military, he served two tours of duty in Korea and two tours of duty in Vietnam. Upon his

retirement from the Navy, he returned to his farm in Appling County. He worked numerous jobs after his retirement in

construction and maintenance facilitation and also as a licensed commercial and residential electrician. He loved to fish and

watch baseball. He gardened and was involved in ceramic making with his wife. He was a member of the VFW in Baxley. More

than anything he loved his grandchildren and the time he was able to spend with them. He was preceded in death by his parents,

Dexter Preston Powers and Katherine Blanche Eunice Powers, his wife, Shirley Bagley Powers, four sisters, Betty White, Gwen

Timlin, Arlouine Bennett and Sandra Crews, and two brothers, J.P. Powers and Jackie Powers. He is survived by 1 daughter,

Judith Powers, of Kenner, LA; 3 sons, Ray Powers, of Baxley, Victor Powers, of Baxley, and Jay (Kim) Powers, of Baxley; 6

grandchildren, Kristi (Michael) Shipes, Christopher Powers, Tori Mann, Ryne Powers, Jayson Powers, Adam Powers; 5 great-

grandchildren, Meagan Shipes, Talan Shipes, Bryar Shipes, Cloe Mann, Levi Mann; 2 brothers, Truman (Nancy) Powers, and Jerez

(Flo) Powers; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial

will follow in Ben James Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

POWERS, Kathy Powers


Kathy "Kat" Powers of Valdosta, GA passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at Baptist Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. Mrs. Powers

was born on July 29, 1954 in Alexandria, VA. She was the daughter of the late William Bill and Katherine Elizabeth Sellers

Curtis. She was a business owner and operated Kat's Bar for sixteen years. She also was formerly employed and volunteered at

South Georgia Partnership for Health. Besides her parents, Mrs. Powers was also preceded in death by her husband, William Al

Powers, and twin daughters, the Register twins. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer (Marcus) Stewart of

Valdosta, GA; a son and daughter-in-law, Jerry (Kristi) Register of Hahira, GA; a sister and brother-in-law, Dianne (Glenn)

Parrish of Lilburn, GA; a brother and sister-in-law, Tom (Debra) Dove of Panama City, FL; a brother Gary Dove of Lake Park, GA;

a brother and sister-in-law, Dr. David (Shelley) Curtis of Augusta, GA; four grandchildren, Hannah Register, William Nathaniel

Register, Joshua Register, and Asher Register; an uncle, Bill Sellers, of Franklin, NC; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and

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extended family members. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Music Funeral Services of Valdosta. Burial will

follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens.

POWERS, Ramona Faye Powers

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 11 August 2020)

Ramona Faye Powers, age 80 of Morven, GA passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was

born on June 6, 1940 in Greenville, SC to the late James W. and Leona (Patterson) Staton. Along with her parents, she is

preceded in death by her husband, Edward M. Powers. Survivors include her sister, Millie Phelps of Hahira, GA; brother, James

Kenneth Staton (Linda) of Daytona, FL; son, Michael Collier of Morven, GA; grandchildren: Joseph Collier, Christina Rimes, Bruce

Collier (Ploynaun); great grandchildren: Taylor Rimes, Justin Rimes, Adara Collier, Zachery Collier, Ariana Collier; and several

nieces and nephews. The Powers Family is being cared for by the staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, GA.

POWERS, Reppard Woodrow Powers

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 17 June 2016)

Reppard Woodrow "Woody" Powers, age 77, a resident of Lake Bird, passed away on June 17, 2016 in Lake Bird, FL. Woody was

born December 31, 1938 in Mascotte, FL to Reppard Woodrow Powers, Sr. and Nellie Faye Hartsfield. Woody honorably served

our country in the United States Army as an Aviation Maintenance Mechanic retiring in 1976. He was a veteran of the Vietnam

War, where he served three tours and was a recipient of the Bronze Star. Mr. Powers was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist

Church, he also attended Midway Baptist Church. Woody enjoyed going out on the boat and fishing. He and his wife Dolly

enjoyed traveling and eating out. Woody was a very good wood craftsman and was a published author. Woody was preceded in

death by his first wife Mary Rosetta Powers his father Reppard Woodrow Powers, Sr., his parents Drummer and Nellie Faye

Hartsfield, his brother James Powers and his sister Virginia Powers Davis. Mr. Powers is survived by his wife Dolly Powers of

Lake Bird; his children, Reppard W. Powers (Becky) of Edgewater, MD, Valerie Powers-Goforth of Sebastian, FL and Sandy

Powers of Maryville, TN; step children, Billy Brummett, and Daniel Brummett; siblings, Ralph Powers, Bobby Hartsfield, Leroy

Hartsfield, Elizabeth Loedermilk, and Martha Lou Bates; his grandchildren, Nicki, Danielle, and Jesse Johnson, Logan Goforth,

and Savannah Powers; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at Burns

Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pineview Memorial Cemetery with military

honors.

POWERS, Robert Harold Powers

(Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate October 5th, 2011)

Robert Harold Powers, 68, of Hawkinsville, GA passed away Thursday evening, September 29, 2011 in the Holly Hill Nursing

Home in Valdosta, GA. He was born October 28, 1942 to the late Marcus and Flora Kirkland Powers in Brooks County, GA. He

served in the United State Army with a tour in Vietnam where he received the Purple Heart and 4 Bronze Stars. He was a

Fabricator working in a Steel Plant and was a member of the American Legion Hawkinsville Post 125. He is preceded in death by

his parents, Marcus Flora Kirkland Powers, 4 sisters, Stella Harnage, Della Samples, Julie Simmons, Sally Virginia Powers, and 3

brothers, James Powers, Howard Hughes, and Willis Powers. Survivors include 2 sisters, Resey Fountain of Ray City, and Sara

Brantley of Ray City; 1 brother Edward Powers of Morvin; and a number of nieces & nephews. Funeral services were Sunday,

October 2 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services and burial was in the New Ramah Cemetery.

PRATER, Bonnie Josephine Prater

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 16 February 2019)

Mrs. Bonnie Josephine Prater, age 79, passed away on February 16, 2019 in Mayo, FL. Bonnie was born August 11, 1939 in

Sabetha, KS to Theodore Franklin Steele and Ruth Close Steele. Bonnie was a devout Catholic and honored God everyday

through her actions and through prayer. She had a very generous heart and donated to multiple causes. Bonnie was preceded in

death by her husband Kenneth Prater; her parents Theodore and Ruth Steele; her sister Shirley Brown and her brother

Theodore Steele. She is survived by five children: Charles Prater, Christy Courtney, Shelly LeGrotte, Tracy Truelove; and Sonja

Elliott; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.

Entombment services will follow in Pineview Memorial Cemetery's Mausoleum. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns

Funeral Home of Perry.

PRATOR, Thomas Joseph Prator


Thomas Joseph Prator, age 73, of Lee, FL, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 after a long battle with cancer. He was born

on Jan. 7, 1943. He was a 1961 graduate of Callahan High School. He also graduated from Valdosta State College in 1965. He was

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self-employed. He enjoying camping, but loved to fish. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack D. and Francis Prator; and a

daughter, Paige Prator. He is survived by his wife, Ann Prator; a son, Thomas J. (Alessandra) Prator, of Ft. Myers; a grandson,

Jack Dalton Prator and a sister, Anne P. Longbrake of Robbinsville, NC. A celebration of life service will be Saturday, Dec. 17 at

a friend’s home: Ken & Lori Tippette 1355 NE Gladioli Drive in Lee, FL.

PRATT, James D. Pratt Jr.


James “Cookie” D. Pratt Jr. transitioned from this life Saturday (Oct. 8, 2016) after an extended illness. He was born in Bacon

County, March 16, 1967. He lived his childhood years in Ware County before moving to Nicholls. He was a graduate of Waycross

High School, class of 1986. After high school he served his country faithfully in the United States Army. His mother is the late

Annie Ruth King. He was also proceeded in death by one sister, Gloria Jean Bailey. He is survived by his father, James Pratt of

Nicholls; one son, James Pratt III of Atlanta; 3 sisters, Andrea Pratt (Michael) Wiley of Jacksonville, FL, Yolanda King of Vero

Beach, FL, and Annie Fay (Willie) Cooper of Waycross; two step-brothers, Charlie Lee Pratt and Jody McMillian of Nicholls;

nephews, Christopher Bailey, Lashadrick Bailey, Patrick Bailey, Demetrius Bailey, Anthony (Teela) Bailey, Adrian (Micheline)

Reed, Eric (Anna) King and James Miller; 1 niece, Ke’Are Howard of Orlando, FL; several aunts, uncles, cousins, great-nieces,

nephews and other family members. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday at Christ of Christ Written In

Heaven, 1137 Ossie Davis Parkway, Waycross. Burial and committal service will follow in Nicholls City Cemetery, Brunswick

Avenue, in Nicholls. The cortege will assemble at the family residence, 1600 Gibbs St., Waycross, Saturday. Arrangements are

entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, 1100 Ossie Davis Parkway, Waycross.

PREISTER, Lucille Johnson Preister


HOMERVILLE - Funeral for Lucille Johnson Preister, 64, of 25 Brown St., Homerville, who died Friday (March 9, 2007), will be

Saturday at 3 p.m. at Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ with Pastor Johnnie Mae Ellis officiating. Burial will be in Pine

Forest Cemetery. Friends may call at the Preister residence or this evening from 7:15 to 8:15 at Fluker Funeral Home of

Homerville. She was a native of Homerville and the daughter of Willie Edwards and Earlee Edwards. She was a member of Faith

Mission Deliverance Church. Survivors include her parents, Willie Edwards and Earlee Edwards; a granddaughter she raised,

Vanessa Collins; four stepchildren, Charlie Sander, Dewight Shaw, Wandra Flavor (Will) and Johnny Preister; three sisters,

Oime Lee Bridge, Willie Mae Evans (Charles) and Glenda Fay Young; four brothers, Benjamin Edwards Sr. (Shirley), Robert Lee

Edwards (Arlinda), Alexander Edwards (Patricia) and Willie James Edwards (Teresa); two aunts, Bessie Day and Margaret Riley;

one uncle, Ozell Johnson (Verdell); six brothers-in-law; three sisters-inlaw; and a host of other relatives. Funeral arrangements

are with Fluker Funeral Home, of Homerville.

PRESCOTT, Donald Ray Prescott


Donald Ray “Donnie” Prescott, age 57, of Brunswick, passed away Thursday (Sept. 24, 2015). He was born Sept. 25, 1957 in

Folkston to the late Donald Pierce Prescott and Dorothy Latrelle Harrell Prescott. He was a member of First Baptist Church of

Folkston and a graduate of Charlton County High School class of 1976. He proudly served his country in the United States Air

Force. He has been employed with Gulfstream Aerospace Inc for the past 30 years. He is survived by his wife, Lillie Flowers

Prescott; 3 daughters, Kristen Prescott, Kimberly Prescott, Kaitlyn Prescott; 1 son, Andrew (Sabrina) Anderson; 2

grandchildren, Mikayla and Hailey Anderson; 1 sister, Pam (Ransel) Wildes; 1 brother, Ronnie (Jenny) Prescott; his mother and

father-in-law, Ed and Mary Louise Flowers; nephews, Justin Thrift, Tyler Flowers and Jay Flowers. The funeral will be Sunday

at First Baptist Church of Folkston. Burial will follow in Corinth Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard

Funeral Home in Folkston.

PRESCOTT, Eddie Eugene Prescott


Eddie Eugene Prescott, age 73, of St. Augustine, FL, passed away Monday (July 24, 2017) at The Community Hospice Palliative

Care in Jacksonville after an extended illness. Born in Savannah, he was the son of Lee Roy Prescott and Gladys Opal Register

Prescott. He was preceded in death by his brother, Roy Coleman Prescott. He was a member of Gideon’s International and North

Jacksonville Baptist Church where he served as an usher. He retired from JEA after working 31 years in power plant

maintenance, and was a member of the REA (Retired Employee Association). He loved gardening and grew many fruit trees. He

was a member of Florida Baptist Disaster Relief, traveled many times to New Orleans to assist after Hurricane Katrina, helped

build the building for the Women’s Resource Center and participated in missions to other places. Survivors include his wife,

Glinda Wylene Manor Prescott of St. Augustine, FL, his son, Gene D. (Kelli) Prescott of St. Johns, FL, two grandchildren, Ashley

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Elizabeth Prescott and Ryan Michael Prescott, 2 sisters and brothers-in-law, Gloria (Jimmy) Wright of Jacksonville, FL, and

Glenda (John) Wainright of Nahunta, sister-in-law, Ann Prescott, and many nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Thursday at

Riverside Chapel Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery, Nahunta. A memorial service will be Saturday at

North Jacksonville Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Gideon’s International, P.O.

Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214; or North Jacksonville Baptist Church; 8531 N. Main St., Jacksonville, FL 32218; or Riverside

Chapel Baptist Church, 1998 Riverside Road, Nahunta, GA 31553. Frye Funeral Home in Nahunta is in charge of arrangements.

PRESCOTT, Jack M. Prescott Jr.


Jack M. “J.M.” Prescott Jr., age 52, of Folkston, passed away Friday (April 13, 2018) at his residence following an extended

illness. He was born Sept. 7, 1965 in Waycross, to Jack and Carolyn Steedley Prescott. He was a member of Hickox Baptist

Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, watching children play and having a good time. He also loved visiting with family and friends.

He is survived by his parents, Jack and Carolyn Steedley Prescott; a brother, George M. Prescott, all of Folkston; two

daughters, Candi (Zack) Lewis and Caitlin Prescott; two grandchildren, Kenzie and Liam, all of Brunswick. The funeral will be

Sunday at the Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Corinth Cemetery.

PRESCOTT, James Kenneth Prescott


James Kenneth Prescott, age 78, of Waresboro, passed away Wednesday (June 17, 2015 at Mayo Clinic in Waycross. He was

born July 28, 1936, in Lake Butler, FL, to the late Walker Prescott and Mary Russ Prescott. He served in the United States Air

Force and was a tech sergeant at the time of his discharge. He lived 35 years of his life in St. Augustine, FL, and 10 years in

Waresboro. To know him was to love him. He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his

loving wife, Mary Virginia McCoy Prescott; 2 sons, Gary (Jackie) Prescott and Terry Prescott, both of Waresboro; and 4

grandchildren, Tyler, Rebekah, Mike and Christina. The funeral was held Monday in the Archer Memorial Chapel. Burial took

place following the funeral at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery in Lake City, FL. Arrangements were under the care of

Archer Funeral Home, Lake Butler, FL.

PRESCOTT, Kelly Horton Prescott

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, November 20th, 2013)

Mrs. Kelly Horton Prescott, age 32, of Willacoochee, Ga. passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2013 in Nashville, GA from injuries

received in an auto accident. Her brother Matthew “Matt” Horton, age 23, passed away from injuries received in the same

accident. Born April 28, l981 in Douglas, GA, Kelly was the daughter of Darrell and Dean Harper Horton. She was a mother,

homemaker and military wife who enjoyed fishing, hiking and especially the beach. She had recently moved back to Willacoochee

after living in Hawaii. She was a member of Abundant Life Assembly of God Church in Nashville, GA. Survivors include her

husband, Staff Sgt. Terry Prescott, Jr. USMC of Willacoochee; 2 daughters, Kaylyn Prescott and Joy Prescott both of

Willacoochee; 1 son, Alex Mancil of Willacoochee; parents, Darrell and Dean Horton of Willacoochee; 3 sisters, Hiedi (Red)

Mancil of Willacoochee, Amanda Horton and Fiancé Pablo Castillo of Willacoochee, Laura (Kevin) Steverson of Willacoochee; 2

brothers,Allen Horton of Willacoochee, Danny (Alicia) Horton of Willacoochee; maternal grandmother, Doris Anderson of

Willacoochee; several nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins also survive. Funeral services for Mrs. Prescott were held

Sunday, November 17, 2013 at Abundant Life Church in Nashville. Interment followed in the Willacoochee City Cemetery.

Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, was in charge of the arrangements.

PRESCOTT, Mary Geneva Steedley Prescott


Mary Geneva Steedley Prescott, age 76, of Folkston, passed away Tuesday (Feb. 24, 2015) at her daughter’s residence following

an extended illness. Born in Nahunta, she was the daughter of George R. Steedley and Solena Harris Steedley. She was also

preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Prescott Jr. She worked as a paraprofessional for The Brantley County School

System. She was a member of Hickox Baptist Church, and enjoyed fishing, hunting, reading, gardening, loved spending time with

grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa (David) Mitchell, of Waycross,

Karen (Terry) Lee, of Folkston, and Trudy Prescott (Clayton Johnson), of Waynesville; 7 grandchildren, Brandi Lee, of Folkston,

Melissa Lee, of Perry, Brittany (Johnathon) Jackson, of Virginia, Ben (Michelle) Mitchell, of Valdosta, Seth (Brittany) Prescott,

of Waycross, Sara Mitchell, of Waycross, Sam (Maggie) Prescott, of Hoboken; 3 great-grandchildren, Emmalee Jackson, Taryn

Jackson and Lee Prescott; 1 brother and sister-in-law, George Ernest (Brenda) Steedley, of Nahunta; 2 sisters and brothers-in-

law, Carolyn (Jack) Prescott, of Folkston, and Wanda (Billy) Rowell, of Nahunta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A

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funeral will be held Friday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Corinth Cemetery in Charlton County. Arrangements are

with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PRESCOTT, Stanley Phillip Prescott Sr.


Stanley Phillip Prescott Sr., age 55, of Hoboken, passed away Tuesday (Feb. 24, 2015) at his residence after an extended

illness. He was born March 19, 1959 to Troy Wilson and Lillie Larrell Eunice Prescott in Albany. He served his country in the

United States Army.bHe enjoyed NASCAR, wrestling and fishing. He loved his family and most especially his grandchildren. He

was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include 4 children, Marsha Nicole Prescott, Stanley Phillip Prescott Jr., Shannon (Michael)

Goddard and Kyle (Amanda) Allen; 3 sisters, Donna (Doyle) Douberly, Jennifer (Junior) O’Berry, Carla Lynn Prescott (Mike)

Davis; 3 brothers, Thomas Wayne Prescott, Charles (Jodi) Prescott and William Prescott; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-

grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dale Louise Gray, and his

parents. The family will receive friends Wednesday at Corinth Cemetery with a graveside service. Arrangements are under the

direction of Shepard Funeral Home, Folkston.

PRESCOTT, William Avery Prescott Sr.


William Avery Prescott Sr., age 58, of Hoboken, passed away in Waycross Thursday (Nov. 29, 2018). He was born March 26 in

Albany to the late Troy Wilson Prescott and Lillie Larrell Eunice Prescott. He was an electrician by trade and was of the Baptist

faith. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Stanley Prescott Sr. and Charles Prescott. He is

survived by his children, Cassandra (Gregory) Prescott-Sapp, William A. Prescott, Timothy J. Prescott, Derek A. Prescott and

Troy W. Prescott; a brother, Thomas Wayne Prescott; three sisters, Donna Prescott, Jennifer (Junior) O’Berry and Carla Davis;

four grandchildren, Stephanie Sapp, Cloe Sapp, Derek Prescott and Dekodah Prescott; and a number of nieces and nephews and

other relatives. The funeral will be held Tuesday at the Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston. Burial will follow in Corinth

Cemetery.

PRESLEY, Antonio Presley


Funeral for Antonio Demetrius Presley, 17, will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at Faith Temple Holiness Church on Hall Street in

Blackshear with Elder Albert Bussey officiating. The body will be placed in the church at noon. Interment will be in the Union

Chapel Cemetery in Mershon. Viewing and visitation will take place Friday beginning at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Jacobs Funeral

Home in Blackshear. He was born Sept. 1, 1989 in Waycross, the son of Brenda L. Presley and James Jernigan III. He lived most

of his life in Blackshear where he attended the public schools. While attending Blackshear Elementary he was a member of the

"PAWS" club which was awarded an expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for its performance. He later attended Pierce County

Middle School and played on the football team. Like most other young men his age, he was known by a nickname – his was "Dirty

Red." He was loved deeply by his very large and extended family as well as the community of friends he had acquired in his

youth. Survivors include his mother, Brenda L. Presley, and step-father, Larry Lively, both of Blackshear; his father, James

Jernigan III, of Jesup; his grandparents Edward (Betty S.) Presley, of Blackshear, and James Jernigan Jr. (Elizabeth Kelly), of

Jesup; five sisters, April N. and Ashley M. Presley, both of Waycross, Dorice Hardy and Kendra Tillman, both of Jesup, and

Dutchess Jernigan, of Patterson; two brothers, James Jernigan IV, of Patterson, and Jaiquan Jernigan, of Jesup; 10 aunts, five

uncles, a best friend, David D. Presley, and a special friend, Anthony Wade Yohn, both of Blackshear; as well as nieces, nephews,

cousins and many friends.

PRESLEY, Bobby Joe Presley


Bobby Joe Presley, age 68, departed this life Wednesday (June 25, 2014) in Little Rock, AR. He was born July 5, 1945, in Pierce

County to the late Richard Presley and Retha Presley-Anderson. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Scarlet Jean

Eggleston, and a brother, Richard Earl Presley. Left to cherish his memories are his former wife, Shirley Presley, Little Rock,

AR; children, William (Felici) Hendrix, Rochester, NY, Joseph, Asha and step-son, Katif Presley, all of Little Rock, AR; 11 loving

grandchildren and four loving great-grandchildren; 5 brothers and 4 sisters, Edward (Betty Sue) Presley, of Blackshear,

Benjamin (Katie) Presley, of Baxley, Jimmy Presley and Donald (Iris) Presley, of Bristol, Samuel Anderson, of Waycross, Mary

(Moses) Williams, of Vero Beach, FL, Emma Dean (David) Estrada, of Fort Pierce, FL, Mariah Austin, of Waycross, and Sherry

(Lewis) Newton, of Blackshear; additional brothers and sisters, all of Douglas, Lorrine Presley, Martha (Clifford) Burch, Malean

Franklin, Fornova Presley, Emma (Lonzo) Bennett, Joshua (Lillie) Presley, Andrew (Ingrid) Jackson and Carolyn (Steve) Johnson;

an uncle, Dan (Bernice) Presley; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins; special mention of his family in New York, California and

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Arkansas including Eugene (Leola) Mason, Cecelia (Albert) Johnson, Aaron (Shirley) Blackwell, Janet Nichols, Ella Mason,

Lynette Vasquez and Denise Cannon, all in-laws. The funeral will be Thursday in the chapel of Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral

Home. Interment will follow in the Union Chapel Church Cemetery in Mershon.

PRESLEY, Dora Presley


Dora Presley, age 56, of Madison died suddenly Saturday afternoon, Jan. 9th, while walking to town. She was born in Columbia

County but had been living in Madison over eleven years. She is survived by one son, Bookie Bell of Madison; and one sister and

two brothers, all of Lake City. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Jan. 13, in Pineland Baptist church followed by interment

in Bethel Cemetery at Lake City.

PRESSLEY, Steven Herman Pressley


Steven Herman Pressley, age 70, died Tuesday (Sept. 22, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended

illness. He was born in Augusta to the late Bergan Edward and Margie Turner Pressley. He was a well-established carpenter that

loved to go fishing and listen to old Rock ’n Roll music. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers,

Frank James Pressley and George Pressley, and a sister, Alice Pressley. He is survived by his wife, Mary Pressley of Waycross; 1

daughter, Kathy (Michael) Douberly of Waycross; 1 son, Clarence Pressley of Statesboro; 5 grandchildren, Cheyenne Douberly

and Casey Douberly both of Waycross, Curtis King of Waycross, Clarence Pressley Jr., and Destiny Pressley both of Redbay, AL;

1 brother, Clifton Pressley of Harlem, GA; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorialization is by cremation.

Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PRESTER, Sadie Bell McMillan Prester

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, December 25th, 2013)

Mrs. Sadie Bell McMillan-Prester, 47, passed away Monday, November 25, 2013, at Clinch Memorial Hospital. She was born

January 19, 1966, in Homerville to W. C. McMillan and the late Eunice Yvonne McMillan. She joined Greater Morning Star

Baptist Church at an early age and served on the Usher Board. She received a formal education in Homerville and later attended

college in Alabama where she received vocation in nursing. She had been employed at Bway and prior to her stroke she worked

at PCC Airfoils of Douglas, GA. She was known as a baby sitter. In the late 80's she married Sammie Thornton and later

married Ricky Prester. Survivors include her father, W.C. McMillan; 1 daughter, Sophia Marie Thornton of Homerville; 1 son,

Christopher Ryshon McDaniels of Homerville; 2 sisters, Edna Clark and Vivian McMillan both of Homerville; 2 brothers, W. C.

McMillan Jr. and Daniel McMillan both of Homerville; 1 brother-in-law, James Clark; 4 grandchildren, Omar Clark, Indigo Clark,

Trinity Clark, Malayzia McDaniels; and a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services were Saturday,

December 7, 2013, at the Greater Morning Star Baptist Church. Interment followed in Pine Forest Cemetery. Lane Memorial

Chapel Funeral Home of Adel served the family.

PREVATT, Mary Lou Prevatt


Mary Lou Prevatt, age 82, died Thursday (July 27, 2017) at the Hospice House Satilla following an extended illness. She was

born in Coffee County but resided in Ware County most of her life. She worked in the cafeteria at Waresboro Elementary

School for many years and also drove a pilot car for mobile home escort services. She was a member of Waresboro Church of

God. She was a daughter of the late John David Musgrove and Lovena Tanner Musgrove. She was preceded in death by her first

husband, Clyde Lindsey, her second husband, Felton Prevatt, a sister, Eva Nell Musgrove, and three brothers, Jimmy Musgrove,

David Earl Musgrove and Edgar Musgrove. She is survived by six children, Eddie (Jane) Lindsey of Axson, Lena (J.R.) Merritt of

Millwood, Wayne (Janice) Lindsey of Alma, Glenn (Cheryl) Lindsey of Waresboro, Tommy (Becky) Lindsey of Wilsonville, and

Roger Prevatt of Waresboro; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren; three brothers,

Harvey (Sadie) Musgrove of Millwood, Raymond (Bonnie) Musgrove of Douglas, and Chester (Myra) Musgrove of Homeland; and

numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Monday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Mt. Green Cemetery. In

lieu of flowers the family requests donations made in her honor to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

PREVATT, Patricia Ann Perkins Prevatt

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 23 August 2018)

Patricia Ann (Perkins) Prevatt, aka momma, Ann, Ms. Pat, and Ma Perkins of Keaton Beach, FL formerly from Preston, GA passed

from this life unto the arms of our Heavenly Father August 23, 2018 at Big Bend Hospice, Tallahassee, FL. She was surrounded

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by family. A celebration of Life event will be held at a later date. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral

Home of Perry, FL.

PREVATT, Vernice L. Prevatt


Vernice L. Prevatt, 91, died Saturday morning (May 11, 2013) at Hospice House Satilla following an extended illness. She was a

native of Berrien County but lived most of her life in Ware County. She was employed with Rubin Brothers Footwear and Sue

Bee Honey for many years. She was a member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church. She was a daughter to the late Robert Carver

Sr. and Belle Merritt Carver. She was married to the late Willie Cecil Prevatt and was preceded in death by several brothers

and sisters, Robert Carver Jr., William Carver, James Carver, Waunell Reddick, Bernadine White, Carolyn Carver and Betty Jo

Johnson. She is survived by three daughters, Margaret Prevatt King, of Waycross, Gennell Prevatt Zorn (husband Bobby), of

Blackshear, and Toni Dennis (husband Eddie), of Orlando, FL; six grandchildren, Donna Dyson, Rhonda Bennett, David King,

Jimmy Hall, Marie Riles and Blake Dennis; nine great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Geneva Prince, of

Douglas; numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at Sweat Memorial Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland

Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be made to the Hospice House Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way,

Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral is in charge of the arrangements.

PREVATTE, Gladys Prevatte

(Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 1 February 2020)

Gladys Shepherd Prevatte, age 76, of Ochlocknee, GA passed away on February 1, 2020 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. A

memorial service will be at Faith Christian Center 1548 Hwy 188 Cairo, GA. Mrs. Prevatte was born to the late Alex J. Shepherd

Jr. and Ethel Clark Shepherd on September 5, 1943 in Thomasville, GA. She graduated from Central High School in 1961. She

married Robert H. Prevatte III on May 19, 1963. She attended business school and began employment with M&M Mars as a

personal assistant. She also taught private piano lessons for many years. Flowers were her passion and she was a phenomenal

floral designer. She was creatively talented, a wonderful cook, loved traveling, the beach and spending time with family and

friends. She blessed many lives and will be greatly missed. Survivors include daughters, Pam McClinton, Joy Stavely (Keith

Boan), son Michael Prevatte, grandsons Marshal McClinton and Austin Boan, sister Martha S. Butler (Jerry) and nieces Angie

Miller (Brian), Mandy Reneau (Wes) and Brittany Welch (Brandon).

PREVATTE, Robert H. Prevatte, III

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 9 July 2018)

Mr. Robert H. Prevatte, III, passed away peacefully July 9, 2018 in Thomasville, GA with his family by his side. A memorial

service will be Saturday, July 14, 2018 at Faith Christian Center 1548 Hwy 188 Cairo, GA. Mr. Prevatte was born to the late

Robert H. Prevatte Jr. and Permillia Herring Prevatte on December 12, 1939 in Whigham, GA. He graduated from Albany High

School in 1958. After graduating, he served three years in The United States Army. Following his honorable discharge, he was

employed by the Thomasville Police Department. He married Gladys Shepherd of Thomasville, GA on May 19, 1963. He was a

businessman with Firestone, Zoellner Music Company and Prevatte Piano Service. He was involved with Lions Club International

and held the title of District Governor. He served his community as a City Commissioner and a member of The Chamber of

Commerce in Tifton, GA. Upon retirement, he and his wife traveled throughout Georgia and enjoyed fishing and spending time

with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Gladys Prevatte, daughters, Pam McClinton and Joy Stavely (Keith Boan),

son, Michael Prevatte, grandsons, Marshal McClinton and Austin Boan, brother, James A. Prevatte and wife, Betty.

PREWETT, James F. Prewett


Col. James F. Prewett, age 93, of Douglas, GA passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at his residence following an extended

illness. Mr. Prewett was born on July 3, 1921, in Memphis, TN to the late James Prewett and Sarah Ellen Prewett. Col. Prewett

was a veteran of WWII and the Korean War having served in the US Army. Survivors include his 3 daughters, Judi (Dennis)

Worrell of Douglas, GA; Jeri Hansom of Memphis, TN; and Barbara (George) Emmons of Athens, AL; 1 son, Tom (Sydney)

Prewett of Marietta, GA; 16 grandchildren, Ryan McDaniel, Jamie McDaniel, Emily Tyre, Jared Wood, Sara Wood, Tom Hansom,

Jackie Hansom, Kevin Hansom, Brad Emmons, Shirley Emmons, Chris Prewett, Jenette Prewett, Carie Hall, Kelli Prewett, Jill

Szenasi, and Judi Tomich; 6 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley

Prewett and a son, Larry Prewett. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 4, 2015 at St. Andrews Episcopal Church. Interment

will follow at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Columbarium at a later date. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PREWETT, Shirley Poerstel Prewett

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Mrs. Shirley Poerstel Prewett, age 84, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2010, at her home. Mrs. Prewett was

born in Alexandria, VA, to Maxwell and Helen Carthrage Poerstel on April 29, 1925. Funeral services were held at St. Andrews

Episcopal Church, on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Interment followed in St. Andrews Episcopal Church Columbarium. Survivors

include: husband: James Prewett of Douglas, GA; daughters: Judi (Dennis) Worrell of Douglas, GA; Jeri Hansom of Memphis,

TN, Barbara Emmons (George) of Athens, AL; sons: Larry (Kathy) Prewett of Colorado Springs, CO, Tom (Sydney) Prewett of

Marietta, GA; 15 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

PRICE Catherine Price


Dr. Catherine “Taffy” Price, age 73, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Saturday October 17, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical

Center. Catherine was born on November 30, 1946 in Valdosta, GAto the late Catherine (Garbutt) and Brooker Blanton. She was

a professor at Valdosta State University. She served as the Department Chair for Secondary Education and Instructional

Technology. She graduated from Valdosta State University, University of Georgia, and Florida State University. Along with her

parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Terry Blanton Fender and son-in-law, Dr. Christopher Hendry. Survivors include

her husband of 54 years, George T. Price, Sr. of Valdosta, GA; daughter, Brooke Price Hendry of Macon, GA; son, George Price,

Jr. and wife, Jessica of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren: Alexis Blanton Hendry and Thomas Finnegan Price; brother, Charles

Brooker Blanton, Jr. and wife, Missy of Jacksonville, FL; A number of nieces and nephews. Services for Catherine will be at

Christ the King Episcopal Church of Valdosta, GA. CDC guidelines for social distancing will be followed, and masks will be

required at services. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Christ the King Episcopal Church (101 E

Central Ave, Valdosta, GA 31601) and Blanton-Price Scholarship for Instructional Technology Students at Valdosta State

University. The Price family is being served by the staff at Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

PRICE, Don C. Price

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 7 February 2017)

Don C. Price, Florida lawmaker, former mayor of Tallahassee and Leon County commissioner, passed away February 6 at the age

of 90. He was married for 70 years to his sweetheart Jane, who passed away in 2014. He was a beloved father and grandfather

who will be greatly missed by his three daughters: Kay Harris (Ben) and their two sons: Cmdr. B.W. Harris, USN (Heather) of

Norfolk, VA and Price Harris of Dunnellon, FL; Donna McGill of Lakeland, GA and her three children: Andy Johnston (Lori) of St.

Augustine, FL; Don Diaz-Johnston (George) of Miami, FL; and Michelle Rowe (Michael) of Monticello, FL; and Janet Warner

(Ronnie) of Havana, FL and their two daughters: Wendi Warner of Panama City, FL and Mandi Hartman (Paul) of Tallahassee, FL.

He also leaves behind 17 great-grandchildren who adored their "Pawpaw." A graveside service will be Friday, Feb. 10 at

MeadowWood Memorial Park, 700 Timberlane Road, Tallahassee, FL 32312. Bevis Funeral Home, 2710 North Monroe Street,

Tallahassee, FL 32303 is handling the arrangements.

PRICE, Donnie L. Price


Donnie L. “Little Donnie” Price, age 39, of Waycross died Sunday (March 10, 2019) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after a

brief illness. He was born in Waycross to Donald H. Price and the late Margaret Ruth Music Price and lived in Waycross all his

life. He graduated with the class of 1993 from Brantley County High School and was a driver for Hope Transport for several

years. He loved racing and fishing and spending time with his family. In addition to his mother he is preceded in death by an

uncle, David Russell. He is survived by his father, Donnie “Big Donnie” Price of Waycross; a sister, Macey Price of Waycross; a

grandmother, Alphine Waters of Waycross; a niece, Ida Daniels; two nephews, Timothy Daniels and Tyler Daniels; aunts and

uncles, Debbie, Linda, Hazel, Geneva, Charles, David, Lynette, Belinda; numerous cousins and other relatives. A graveside service

will be at High Bluff Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PRICE, Dorothy Henderson Price

(Abstracted from the Echols County News, November 30, 2011)

On Saturday, October 22, 2011, Dorothy Henderson Price of Statenville passed away at Heritage Hospice in Marietta, GA, at

the age of 93. Dorothy was born in Irwin County, GA, on September 24, 1918, and grew up in Tifton, GA, where she graduated

from Tifton High School in 1936. She attended Tennessee State Teachers College (now Middle Tennessee State University) in

Murfreesboro, TN, receiving a teaching certification. She also graduated with honors from Valdosta State College in Valdosta.

Dorothy taught in Cook County, Berrien County, Lowndes County and Echols County during a 35 year career. At Valdosta Junior

High School, she was chairman of the English Department and Teacher of the Year. Other teaching honors included Echols

County Teacher of the Year, Star Teacher, and being twice listed for National Teacher of the Year. One of the assignments she

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sponsored for a Senior English class at Echols County High School has left a lasting mark in Statenville and Echols County. This

class began compiling stories, pictures and interviews related to the history of Echols County, all of which was published in the

book "Chinkypin", named after a type of oak tree native to Echols County. Work continued with later classes and even after

Dorothy retired with "Chinkypin" expanding to three volumes followed by a single volume compilation. This love of history and

genealogy led Dorothy to be one of the four founding members of the Echols County Historical Society. Dorothy was naturally

an avid reader and served on the Echols County Library Board. Dorothy was deeply involved with Statenville United Methodist

Church where she was a member and taught the Young Adult and Senior Adult Sunday school classes for 33 years. She also

served as Church Historian. A very talented artist, Dorothy was known for her oil paintings of old buildings and homes of Echols

County, many of which are on display at the Echols County Historical Society in Statenville. She was also known for her note

cards on which she painted various floral or seasonal scenes. One of Dorothy's first teaching assignments was in Alapaha, GA,

where she met Leroy Price who would become her husband on January 8, 1944. She and Leroy were married for 62 years until

his death in January 2006. Dorothy is survived by her son, Joe (Kathy) Price of Woodstock, GA; daughter, Ginny (Dwight)

Brown of Kingsport, TN; grandchildren Sonya (Chris) Adams of Woodstock, GA, Amy (Jeremy) Truitt of Kennesaw, GA, Carrie

(Brian) Robinson of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Matthew Brown of Asheville, NC, Abby Brown of Knoxville, TN; five great-grandchildren;

sister Rebecca Powell of Tallahassee, FL; two nieces and three nephews. Funeral Services were held Saturday, October 29,

2011, at Statenville United Methodist Church., Interment followed at Brushy Creek Cemetery in Ocilla, GA. Memorial

contributions may be made to The Echols County Historical Society, 131 Tillman Lane, Statenville, GA 31648; Statenville United

Methodist Church, P.O. Box 191, Statenville, GA 31648; Heritage Hospice, 3315 Hilltop Dr., Marietta, GA 30066; or the local

chapter of the American Cancer Society. McLane Funeral Services is handling the arrangements.

PRICE, Dorothy Taft Price


Dorothy “Dot” Taft Price, 57, of Sylvester, died Wednesday (Sept. 25, 2013) at her residence. The funeral will be held Friday

at Banks Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Damascus Church Cemetery. She was born Oct. 8, 1955 in Waycross, daughter

of the late Leon and Fannie Jane Wilson Taft. She lived in Worth County since 1984 and was retired from Worth County

Department of Family and Children Services after 28 years as the office manager. Survivors include her daughters, April P.

Hogan (Preston), of Lee County, and Janalyn Price, of Sylvester; a son, Glen D. “Bubba” Price Jr. (Amanda), of Sylvester;

grandchildren, Laci and Stone Hogan, Abby, Allyson, Maddie and Kyllie Price; a sister, Virginia “Jean” Walden, of Waycross; and

brothers, Roy Taft, of Waycross, and Jack Taft, of Huntsville, AL. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her

husband, Glen Dale Price Sr., on July 17, 2005. Banks Funeral Home in Sylvester is in charge of the arrangements.

PRICE, Edward Geoffrey "Geoff" Price

(Abstracted from Legacy, Tallahassee)

Edward Geoffrey "Geoff" Price, 86, died on Friday, July 6, 2012, in Tallahassee, at Big Bend Hospice House. Born in Halesowen,

Worcestershire, England, on April 1, 1926, to Edward Price and Eliza Hipkiss Price, Geoff graduated from Halesowen Grammar

School, and then entered St. Edmund Hall, Oxford University, in England. He served in the British Army, Worcestershire

Regiment, from 1945 to 1948, serving primarily in the Middle East and Cyprus from 1946-1948, ending with the rank of Captain.

During his time in Cyprus, he commanded a specialized camp staff of other officers and 45 other ranks, eventually taking on the

position of Adjutant of a group of camp staffs of some 35 officers and 300 other ranks, ministering to the needs of about

25,000 Jewish immigrants making their way to Palestine (Israel) from displaced persons camps in Europe after 1945. After the

war, Geoff returned to St. Edmund Hall, Oxford, where he received a BA (1950) in French language and literature, and MA

(1951), both with honors, and a Diploma of Education (1951). During his undergraduate time, he lived for nearly a year in the

Tours, France, area, in order to hone his language skills. Since he spent a great deal of time in France both in professional and

holiday pursuits, he considered himself to be a "near-native speaker" of the language. Geoff valued his participation in sports

and played both rugby football and cricket at school, in the Army, and at university and club level. He captained his college (St.

Edmund Hall, Oxford) at both sports. He represented the Army and Combined Services, Middle East, at rugby, a Birmingham

(England) League XI at cricket, and occasionally Oxford University at both via the Oxford University Greyhounds XV and

Authentics cricket XI. After graduation from Oxford, Geoff's career was spent in education, ending with his position as

Headmaster of Chesterfield School in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, where he served from 1968 to his retirement in 1991.

Chesterfield School, founded in 1594, had 850 boys during his tenure. Geoff felt that travel enriched his outlook, and as

Headmaster of Chesterfield School, forged links with schools in Orange Park and Tallahassee, Florida (Maclay in Tallahassee)

through soccer competitions. He also forged academic links with schools in France and Germany, which allowed him to study in

some depth their educational systems. That love for travel continued into his retirement and life in the United States. After

the death of his wife of 40 years, Jean Townsend Price, in 1993, Geoff met and married Mary Anne Johnson McMullen, now

Price, and moved to Tallahassee, where he has lived for the past 17 years. Geoff is survived by his wife, Mary Anne Price, of

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Tallahassee, Florida; his daughters Wendy Kelly, of Neston, Cheshire, England, and Sara Atkinson (husband, Dave), of Old

Tupton, Derbyshire, England; and his grandchildren: Jennifer and Andrew Kelly, and Matthew, Katie, and Lucy Atkinson, all of

England. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Big Bend Hospice, Tallahassee, Florida, or to Americans for Oxford,

500 Fifth Ave., 32nd Floor, New York, NY 10110; checks should reference that the contributions are for St. Edmund Hall. A

celebration of Geoff Price's life will be held at the Unitarian-Universalist Church of Tallahassee, 2810 N. Meridian Rd, 32312,

on Thursday, July 12, at 4:30 PM.

PRICE, Jane Steinhauer Price


Jane Steinhauer Price, passed away August 9, 2014. She was born on September 27, 1927, to the late William and Katherine

Steinhauer in Birmingham, Alabama. Her formative years were spent in Columbus, GA, where she attended St. Elmo elementary

school and returned to Birmingham to be inducted into the National Honor Society and complete her high school education in

1944. After graduation, Jane put aside her acceptance into the School of Engineering at Auburn University and married her

high school sweetheart, Donald Corbett Price. She joined Don in the summer of 1944 when he was called for service in the Air

Corp during World War II. After returning to Columbus, GA and birthing three wonderful daughters, the family moved to

Tallahassee, FL in 1955 and Jane became a very active member of the community she loved. She was a member of the

Tallahassee Garden Club where she served as President of the Club as well as chairman of her circle. Her love of gardening

motivated her to attain the status of “Master Gardener.” Jane’s expertise in flower arranging earned her many blue ribbons as

well as the privilege of doing the flower arrangements for many of the weddings around Tallahassee. She also served on the

original “Tree and Landscaping” Ordinance Board and was instrumental in preserving the beautiful trees that have made

Tallahassee such a lovely city over the years. In 1971, Jane was given the prestigious “Woman of the Year” award in Tallahassee.

She served as President of the Town Club and both Don and Jane were founding members of Springtime Tallahassee. Jane also

served as festival chairman of Springtime Tallahassee and she and Don were given the honor of representing Springtime

Tallahassee as Andrew Jackson and Rachel in 1978. Jane was always at Don’s side, supporting him in his victorious bid for the

State Legislature and was instrumental in his success as a public servant on both the Tallahassee City and County commissions.

She worked tirelessly as the head bookkeeper for Peoples Bank and as Don’s bookkeeper at WONS-WBGM radio stations. She

was also a founding member of Church of the Advent Episcopal Church on Piedmont Drive, where many of her grandchildren

attended pre-school. In her retirement years, Jane found time to continue gardening, decorating, fishing, traveling the world

and keeping her keen mind sharp by spending wonderful afternoons of bridge with her special group of “bridge buddies.” No

matter where Jane was—whether in the North Georgia mountains or cruising around the world, there was always time for a good

game of bridge! Jane is survived by her husband, Donald Corbett Price, of Westminster Oaks in Tallahassee, Florida. Dona and

Jane’s marriage lasted 70 wonderful years and they have been blessed with 3 devoted daughters (and sons-in-law): Katherine

Price (Ben) Harris of Madison, FL; Donna Price (Buddy) McGill of Lakeland, GA; and Janet Price (Ronnie) Warner of Havana, FL.

They have also been blessed with seven grandchildren: Andy (Lori) Johnston of McClenny, FL; Don Price Johnston of Miami, FL;

Michelle Johnston (Michael) Rowe of Monticello, FL; Wendi Warner Sellers of Southport, FL; Commander Benjamin Wade

(Heather) Harris, USN of Lexington Park, MD; Mandi Warner (Paul) Hartman of Tallahassee; and William Price (Nichole) Harris

of Dunnellon, FL; and 17 great grandchildren. Bevis Funeral Home (2710 N Monroe Street) is handling the arrangements.

Graveside service will be Thursday, August 14, at MeadowWood Memorial Gardens (700 Timberlane Road.)

PRICE, Julia Massey Price


Mrs. L. S. Price, 88, died at her home in Quitman Monday following an illness of three years. She was the former Julia Massey

and was a native of Thomas County, born there October 20, 1865, but had resided in Quitman for many years. She was the

widow of Lacy Simpson Price who died December 9, 1930. Funeral services are pending the arrival of out-of-town relatives.

PRICE, Kenneth E. Price, Sr.

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today 17 April 2020)

Kenneth E. Price, Sr., age 87 of Dixie, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Fellowship Home in Brooks County. Born in

Emanuel County, GA on September 18, 1932, he was the son of Louvesta Henry and Willie Eugene Price. When Louvesta died 2

years later, Mr. Price married Louvesta’s cousin, Endia Perkins and Endia lovingly raised Kenneth and his baby sister, Dolly as her

own. The Price family grew with the birth of two additional sons and two daughters. Always the big brother, Kenneth had a fun

nickname for each of his siblings. Growing up in Brooks County, Kenneth attended and graduated from Dixie High School where

his father taught. He married his high school sweetheart, Norma Jean Taylor, before joining the Air Force. The Air Force took

Kenneth to Saudi Arabia, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas. After his military discharge Kenneth began working as an

accountant which resulted in a lifetime career in partnership with Harley Mitchell Hardware in Quitman. Kenneth loved to

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collect and tinker with old radios and cars, especially Ford Mustangs. He was a loving father, teaching his children good manners,

respect, and the value of a good work ethic. On Sunday mornings he could be found with one or more of his children in the

Primitive Baptist Church listening to his father preach. He enjoyed motorized toys such as go carts and minibikes, he taught his

girls to drive a stick shift, and shared his love of basketball with family hoop shooting. An avid baseball fan, he followed the

Yankees and the Braves faithfully, and supported his sons and grandsons in their baseball endeavors. Kenneth served on the

board of the Brooks County Hospital for several years. After his retirement, he enjoyed maintaining the old Dixie School and

promoting it as a community gathering place. A true patriot, Kenneth bled red, white and blue. Kenneth is survived by a son,

Kenneth E., Jr. (Deborah) Price, of Dixie, son, Mitchell Price of Sweden, two daughters, Denise (Don) Munro of Francis Lake,

Dian (Jeff) Fulp of Valdosta, sister, Dolly (Albert) Herndon of Valdosta, brother, W. Dewey Price of Jacksonville, FL, nine

grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Kenneth

David Price, a daughter, Debbie Price North, sisters, Mary Francis Price, Linda Price Oliveto and a brother, George Billy Price.

Private family graveside services were held at Dixie Cemetery. Kenneth was interred next to his second wife, Annette Simpson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Brooks County Baseball Program, Fellowship Home, Hospice of South

Georgia or to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. Carson McLane Funeral Home is serving the Price family.

PRICE, Mary Ellen Price

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, November 27, 2013)

Services for Mary Ellen Price of Whigham, are Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs. Price

died Nov. 27, at Archbold Medical Center. Born May 4, 1957 in Pavo, GA, she was the daughter of the late James Edward Price

and Mary Gladys Lucas Price. She was a homemaker. Survivors include daughter, Teresa Jane Silva of Ft Myers, FL; brothers,

Donald Price (Betty) of Thomasville, Larry Price of Thomasville; sister, Ann Bishop (Murry) of Thomasville, Cathy Riddle of

Thomasville; half-brother, Jimmy Price (Peggy) of Fayetteville, NC; a number of nieces and nephews whom she considered her

babies; and grandnieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Southwest Georgia, 808 Gordon

Ave. Thomasville, GA 31792.

PRICE, Mattie M. Price


Mattie M. Price, lifelong resident of Madison, died Thursday in a Valdosta hospital. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and

Mrs. H. V. Morrow, pioneer residents of Madison. Survivors are one son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James S. Price, of

Valdosta; and a sister Mrs. Pearl Harris of Madison; and also other relatives. Funeral services will be held Friday in St. Mary’s

Episcopal Church with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PRICE, Verna Mae Stewart Price


HOMERVILLE — Verna Mae Stewart Price, 52, passed away Sunday (Sept. 15, 2013) at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta,

following a short illness. She was born Aug. 29, 1961, in Homerville, daughter of Mary Cloud Stewart James and the late Vernie

Stewart Sr. She was a retired manager for the Family Dollar Stores, a member of TPOS Social Club and attended Place of

Blessings Church of God in Argyle. She was preceded in death by 1 brother, Vernie “Sonny” Stewart Jr., 1 brother-in-law, Carl

Wayne Manac, and the father of her son, William Price Sr.. Survivors other than her mother are 1 son and daughter-in-law,

William and Samantha Price Jr., Homerville; 2 grandchildren, Rebekah Price and Jacob Price, both of Homerville; 2 sisters and a

brother-in-law, Sue and Robert Cox, Perry, FL, and Reba Gail Manac, Argyle; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Charlie and Sandy

Stewart, Homerville; and a number of great-nieces, great-nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Wednesday at 3 p.m.

at Place of Blessings Church of God, Argyle. Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge

of the arrangements.

PRICE, Virginia Willis Price

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, May 1st, 2014)

Graveside services for Virginia Willis Price, age 88, of Pelham, are Saturday, May 3, 2014, at Laurel Hill Cemetery in

Thomasville. Mrs. Price died May 1, 2014 at Pelham Parkway Nursing Home. Born July 2, 1925 in Moultrie, GA, she was the

daughter of the late Alton C. Willis and Kennie Lasseter Willis. She was a seamstress making draperies. She was preceded in

death by her husbands, Johnny P. Lambert, Aaron Morey Sr. and James Price. She was a member of Whitesburg Baptist Church

in Whitesburg, GA. Survivors include her daughter, Brenda Ann (Lee) Hannon of Camilla; grandchildren, Loree (John) Cox,

Brendon (Vicki) Hannon, Lydia (Dan ) Davis, Danielle (Shawn) Veater, Jessica (Chris) Rider, Karey Morey; 11 great-grandchildren;

and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Aaron “Al” L. Morey Jr.; and sisters, Gladys Alligood and

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Edith Rehberg.

PRICE, Warren Allen Price Jr. (Abstracted from the 8 November 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

A celebration of life service for Warren Allen Price Jr., age 72, will be Saturday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church.

“Wap,” as he was affectionately called, was born Aug. 1, 1946 in Waycross to the Warren Allen Price Sr. and Bertha Mae

Thomas Price who both preceded him in going to heaven. He also had a niece, Yetta Naieen Bennett that preceded him in going

to heaven. He received his formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Center High School in

1964. It was at Center High School where he found his God-given musical talent beginning with the trumpet that he played in

the school band. He developed an undying love for music and practiced diligently, mastering his craft to become a skillful

musician. His devotion to study music led him to attend one of the most prestigious HBCU’s after graduating from high school

which was, Florida A&M University (FAMU) and was a member of the school’s Marching Band 100 as a trumpet player. He

graduated from FAMU with a bachelor’s degree in business administration (BBA) in 1968 after which he attended Temple

University in Philadelphia, PA. where he received a master’s degree in education. Upon graduation from Temple, he put his

degree to use and taught in the Philadelphia Inner City schools with a program called “Teacher Corps.” In the year 2000, he

became a trade show executive for a successful San Diego, CA, marketing firm. He excelled in his position and received a

promotion that transferred him to Baltimore, MD. From that point he took a position with the Washington Post as an account

executive. He started a prominent jazz band entitled, Vanguard, of which he was the band leader and featured as a stellar

saxophonist, flutist and music composer. He was known to be caring, dependable and generous man, who was always available for

family and friends in time of need. Some of his noteworthy hobbies and accomplishments were his participation in several

charitable events including San Diego’s 26 mile Rock and Roll Marathon. Those left to cherish his memory include three

daughters, Dr. Taifa M. Price of Long Island, NY, Zaina Price, Najuma Wilkerson, both of San Diego, CA; two sisters, Shekerah

Price, JD, of San Diego, CA and Patrice Price-Burse of Waycross; a favorite nephew, Kalif Warren Allen Price, of San Diego, CA;

a favorite niece, Africa Sarun Roberson of Decatur; great-nieces, Jada Bennett of Waycross, Khalifa Price, Kio Price and Kenya

Price, all of San Diego, CA; great-nephews, Jalen Bennett of Waycross, and Kairee Price of San Diego; a great-great-nephew,

R.J. Eason of Waycross; a host of cousins and other relatives. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Funeral


PRICE, William Oscar Price

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 20 November 2015)

Greenville: William Oscar Price, age 81, died Friday, November 20, 2015 at Madison Health and Rehab Center. Funeral services

will be Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Beggs Funeral Home. He was born on March 11, 1934 in Boynton Beach, FL. Oscar loved

history, “Gone with the Wind” Hank Williams’s song “Hey Good Lookin” and family. After farming all his life in Palm Beach

County, he retired to Madison County. He is survived by; 2 brothers: Tim Price and Ray Price; 1 sister: Sue (Hubert) Neville and

many nieces and nephews. Friends and Family are asked to join in the Celebration of Oscar’s life. He was predeceased in death

by his parents Crawford and Madge Price.

PRICE, Willie Glenn Price


Willis Glenn Price, age 83, of Valdosta passed away Thursday, December 20, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born

on August 26, 1935 in Husk, NC to the late Willard Glenn and Hattie Mae Hart Price. Mr. Price served in the United States Air

Force for 20 years and was a lifelong member of the US Sergeants Association, the Retired Enlisted Association and was also a

member of the alumni of the Air Force Technical Application Center. After his retirement from the Air Force, he sold real

estate with The Herndon Company for 19 years. He was a member of Morningside Baptist Church. Along with his parents he was

preceded in death by the mother of his children and wife of 39 years, Jean Roberts Price. Survivors include his wife, Christine

Price of Valdosta, GA; sons and daughters-in-law; David Glen and Lisa Price of Hahira, GA and Michael R. and Jana Price of

Cookeville, TN; sister; Norma Jean Blevins of Whitetop, VA; brother & sister-in-Law Billy E. and Clarsie Price of Lansing, NC;

nephew, Kenny Blevins; nieces, Debbie Huffman and Ginger Canovai. He requested to be cremated and his ashes taken back to

Virginia. Music Funeral Services, Azalea Crematory of Valdosta is serving Mr. Price’s family.

PRICKETT, Mary Ann Prickett


Services for Mary Ann Prickett, 58, of Thomasville are Saturday, July 30, 2011 at New Covenant Church. Mrs. Prickett died

July 19, 2011 at Mitchell County Hospital. Born Nov. 28, 1953, in Duval County, FL, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd Calvin

Pye and Verna Mae Redmond. She was a 1972 graduate of Vashti High School and a cashier for Harvey’s Supermarkets.

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Survivors include sons, George Lee Prickett of Montgomery, AL, Robert Christopher Prickett of Atlanta; brother, Ronnie Pye of

Moultrie; sisters, Cheryl Pye of Tifton, Linda Pye of Cairo, Carole (Redmond) Morgan of Thomasville; granddaughter, Courtney

Prickett of Montgomery, AL; and several nieces and nephews.

PRIDE, Bill Pride


Bill Pride, age 61, lifelong resident of Madison, passed away in the local hospital Wednesday after an extended illness. Survivors

are three sons, 17 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, two brothers, two sisters and other relatives. Funeral services will be

Sunday in New Bethel Baptist Church with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PRIDE, James Pride

(Abstracted from John Bullard 14 February 2020)

James Pride, age 98, a retired truck driver for Van H. Priest, affectionately known as "Booga," passed away on Monday, Feb. 10,

2020. He was a founding member of New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church and an active member in the church serving as

Superintendent of Sunday School and Chairman of the Deacon Board. Funeral services are scheduled at Pineland Missionary

Baptist Church, located at 205 SE Old County Camp Road. Ganzy Funeral Home of Madison is in charge of all arrangements;

(850) 973-3267. He leaves to forever cherish his memories, his devoted and faithful wife of 72 years, Ruby Wesley Pride; his

sons: James Edward and Eugene, both of Madison, FL, John (Alesia) Pride and Michael (Toni) Pride, both of Tallahassee, FL;

grandchildren: Yolonda, of Ellenwood, GA; Shaneika (Chad); and Eugenia, both of Madison FL; and Terrence, of Port St. Lucie,

FL; great-grandchildren: Chalon, of Statesboro, GA; Shaniyah, of Madison, FL; Trinity, of Ellenwood, GA; Jakori, of Madison, FL;

and Robert, of Ellenwood, GA; his sister, Betty Murrell, of Bainbridge, GA; and Victoria Brown, of Miami, FL; sisters-in-law:

Betty Straughter; Minnie Ruth Pride; and Mary Wesley, all of Madison FL; brothers-in-law: Ulysses Wesley and A.J. Wesley,

both of Madison, FL; an adopted son, Charles Simmons; and an abundance of nieces, nephews and cousins.

PRIDE, Larry Pride

(Abstracted from 6 November 2018 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida)

Larry Pride, age 66, departed this life on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018. He was the second son born to James and Ruby Pride, of

Madison. He was an active member of New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church, in Madison, until his health failed. He served his

country honorably in the U.S. Army and retired from the U.S. Army Reserves as Sergeant. Later, he was employed by the

Madison Fire Department as a firefighter/EMT and then transferred to the City of Madison Police Department until his

retirement in 2007. Forever cherishing his precious memories are his loving and devoted parents, James and Ruby Pride;

brothers: James Edward, of Madison; Eugene, of Madison; John (Alesia), of Tallahassee; and Michael, of Tallahassee; Joyce Ann

Hazzard (devoted caregiver) and Travis Gillyard (adopted grandson); as well as nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and a host of

additional family members. Homegoing services will be Saturday, Nov.10, at Pineland Missionary Baptist Church, Madison. Mr.

Pride will rest in Oak Ridge II Cemetery. Final arrangements are entrusted to the caring professionals of Ganzy Funeral Home;

(850) 973-3267.

PRIDE, Nathaniel Pride


Nathaniel Pride, age 22, expired Monday September 14 at Fort Bragg, NC. SP4 Pride is a graduate of the class of 1968 of

Suwannee River High School. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Pride of Madison, grandparents, Mrs. Orinier

Hudson, Mr. Ed Hudson, Mrs. Rosa Smith and Mrs. Mary Jane Hudson, all of Madison, FL; three sisters, Mrs. Lula Mae Twiggs of

St. Petersburg; Barbara Ann Pride and Wilhemenia Pride, both of Madison; four brothers, SP4 Johnnie Pride, United States

Army in Vietnam; Charles Pride and Wallace Pride, both of Madison; eight aunts Mrs. Liller Lee Franklin, Bobbie Jean Peacock,

Lucile Pride, all of Madison; Mrs. Luciel Bradley of Greenville; Mrs. Leila Blue of Buffalo, NY; Mrs. Dorothy Williams of Miami;

Mrs. Elouise Pride of Valdosta, GA; and Mrs. Caretha Hudson of Sanford; nine uncles, E. B. Hudson of Sanford; Willie James

Peacock, Joe Nathan Pride, Leroy Hudson al three of Madison; David Hudson of Anthony, NY; Dewitt Bradley of Greenville,

Joseph Williams of Miami; Sammie Pride, C. J. Hudson, both of Valdosta, GA; Timothy Fleming of Orlando and Johnnie Fleming

of San Francisco, CA and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held September 20, 1970 at Evergreen Missionary

Baptist Church with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

PRIDE, Wallace Pride

(Abstracted from 18 May 2017 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida)

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Mr. Wallace Pride, age 64, of Madison, FL, departed from this life on Sunday, May 14, 2017, at Madison County Memorial

Hospital. A home-going celebration will be held on Saturday, May 20, at St. James MB Church in Madison. The family will receive

all other family and sorrowing friends at St. James MB Church. Professional mortuary services are entrusted to Eric A. Brown &

Son Funeral Home.

PRIDE, Willie Mae Pride


Funeral services were held December 11, 1947, at Mt. Nebo Church for Willie Mae Pride.

PRIDGEN, Frank Pridgen


Mr. Frank Pridgen, age 71, of Wray, GA, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at his residence following an extended

illness. Mr. Pridgen was born on February 21, 1945, in Turner County, GA, to the late Mitchell Ernest Pridgen and Della Mary

Lewis Pridgen. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mitchelline Kersey; and a brother, Eddie Carol Pridgen. Survivors include

his wife, Jeanette B. Pridgen of Wray, GA; 3 daughters, Sydney Lee Pridgen Andrews of Pridgen, GA, Eliza Louise Pridgen

(Scotty) Lott of Pridgen, GA, and Lesley Mary (D.J. Harper) Pridgen of Pridgen, GA; five grandchildren, Lari Lott, Cara Lott,

Alexandria Andrews, Mitch Harper, and Lucas Harper; sister, Frances Andrews of Pridgen, GA; two brothers, E.F. Pridgen of

Pridgen, GA, and Freddie Wayne Pridgen of Pridgen, GA; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Friday, August 26,

2016, at Reedy Branch Baptist Church. Interment followed at Pridgen Family Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the

arrangements.

PRIDGEN, George Will Pridgen


George William Pridgen, age 89, of Nicholls, GA passed away on Monday November 26, 2018 at Coffee Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Pridgen was born on August 1, 1929 in Broxton, GA the son of the late Jesse Reed Pridgen and Edna Mae Cox Pridgen. He

was a self-employed carpenter and a member of Masonic Lodge #348, Hardeeville, SC. Mr. Pridgen was preceded in death by his

wife, Ollie Mae Raper Pridgen and two brothers, Robert Jessie Pridgen and Bobbie Ray Pridgen. Survivors include four sons,

Danny William Pridgen of Gainesville, GA; John Edward Pridgen of North GA; George Ollie Pridgen of Nicholls, GA and Ricky

Pridgen of Nicholls, GA; three daughters, Glenda Ethel Drummond of Buford, GA; Merry Joy Pridgen Bellflower of Spartanburg,

SC; and Jessie Lee Owens, Butler, GA; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Graveside

services were Wednesday, November 28, 2018, at Reedy Branch Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of

arrangements.

PRIDGEON, Ida Mae Pridgeon


Mrs. Ida Mae Pridgeon, age 92, passed away April 2, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family in Perry, FL. Ida was born June

1, 1923 in Carbur, Florida to Dora D. Whitfield and Alma Howell Whitfield. Mrs. Pridgeon was a member of Crosspoint Baptist

Fellowship. Mrs. Pridgeon played piano for Athena Baptist Church for over 65 years, she taught Sunday School and Vacation

Bible School. She also played piano for Crosspoint Baptist Fellowship and assisted in the kitchen. She liked to garden and tend

to her flowers. Mrs. Ida was preceded in death by her husband Berlin H. Pridgeon, her parents Dora D. and Alma H. Whitfield,

her son Larry Pridgeon, grandson Tommy Pridgeon, and a brother James T. Whitfield. Mrs. Pridgeon is survived by her children

Billy (Pam) Pridgeon, Jimmy (Frances) Pridgeon, Eddie (Cheri) Pridgeon, Margaret Ricketson, and Linda (Gary) Williams; 21

grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 17 great-great grandchildren; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral

Service will be April 5, 2016, at Crosspoint Baptist Fellowship. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in New

Hope Cemetery. Those who wish can make donations to Crosspoint Baptist Fellowship building fund. All arrangements are under

the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

PRIDGEN, J. S. Pridgen


J. S. Pridgen, age 72, retired railroad engineer, died at his home in Jasper Wednesday night, after suffering a heart attack. He

had been an engineer for the Georgia and Florida Railroad, and was recently awarded a forty-year service pin by the railroad.

He had been a resident of Jasper for the past six years and prior to that time had been a resident of this city and Douglas, GA.

His survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Myron Johnson of Jasper, and Mrs. C. P. Smith, and one grandson, John Carraway

Smith, of this city; two brothers, Will Pridgen, Thomasville, GA and R. H. Pridgen, of Atlanta; three sisters, Mrs. Zella Hartz

and Mrs. Bertha O’Brien, of Macon, GA and Mrs. Nora Gross, of Vienna, GA. Funeral services will be held this Friday from the

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family residence in Jasper with interment in Evergreen Cemetery also in Jasper. Harry T. Reid Funeral Home is in charge of the

arrangements.

PRIDGEN, Jerome Pridgen


Mr. Jerome Pridgen, age 64, of Broxton, GA, passed away Friday, July 21, 2017, at his residence following an extended illness.

Mr. Pridgen was born on March 18, 1953, in Douglas, GA, to the late Josh Frances Pridgen and Kathleen Austin Pridgen.

Survivors include his wife, Sylvia Pridgen of Broxton, GA; 1 son, Joshua Jerome (Glenda) Pridgen of Broxton, GA; 2 daughters,

Amanda (Pat) Pridgen Wilson of Newnan, GA, and Sandy (Timothy) Hutchison of Nicholls, GA; 1 brother, Wesley Pridgen of

Broxton, GA; 2 sisters, Judy Chaney of Broxton, GA, and Vickie Pridgen of Douglas, GA; 9 grandchildren, Katlin Pridgen, Addison

Pridgen, Logan Rodriguez, Angela Rodriguez, D.J. Wilson, Marc Wilson, Chelsea Wilson, Shasta Taft, and Amanda Hutchison; 4

great-children; several nieces and nephews. Graveside service was held Sunday, July 23, 2017, at Pridgen Baptist Church


PRIDGEN, Joseph Michael Pridgen


Joseph Michael Pridgen, age 25, died suddenly Tuesday (July 4, 2017) in Brunswick. He was born in Valdosta and resided in

Homerville, Blackshear and Brunswick for several years. He was a 2010 graduate of Pierce County High School. He also

graduated from Tulsa Welding School as a certified welder and was employed with Ammons Custom Awnings in Brunswick and

formerly with RPM Solutions. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Vernon E. Pridgen of Fitzgerald, his Papaw,

Lawrence Garrett of Pennington Gap, VA, and his maternal great-grandparents, Joseph and Leona Carlisle of Riverview, AL. He is

survived by his mother, Shannon Garrett of Wilburton, OK; his father, Robert M. (Carolyn) Pridgen of Mocksville, NC; two

sisters, Tasha Pridgen (Julie) Carr of Buford, and Jordon (Michael) Meeks of Blackshear; three brothers, Zachary Kyler Shaw

of Homerville, Corey Griffin of Waycross, and Tristian (Cheye) Melton of Fitzgerald; a step-sister, Kylee Elaine Shaw of

Homerville; his best friend and brother, Eustace Griffin of Mershon; his Nana, Wanda Carman of Fitzgerald; his Pepaw, Larry

Wayne (Granny Deb) Garrett of Pennington Gap, VA; his Papa, Wayne Camp of Waycross; his paternal grandmother, Jacqueline

(Zenga) Martinez of Ft. Mitchell, AL; his great-grandmother, Eva Garrett of Pennington Gap, VA; an aunt and uncle, Arthur and

Sherry Garrett of Pennington Gap, VA; a cousin, Kevin Garrett of Pennington Gap, VA; and several aunts, uncles, and other

relatives. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PRIDGEN, Mary Vianna Nettles Pridgen


Mrs. Mary Vianna Nettles Pridgen, age 74, of Douglas, GA, passed away on August 12, 2010, at home following an extended

illness. Mrs Pridgen, a native of Nicholls, GA, was born on May 24, 1936. She was the daughter of the late William and Viola Mae

Nipper Nettles. A son, Marvin Pridgen preceded her in death. Funeral services were Sunday, August 15, 2010, at the Pridgen

Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Pridgen Family Cemetery in the Pridgen Community. Survivors include 1 son: Ernest Pridgen

of the Pridgen community; 2 daughters-in-law: Judy Pridgen, of the Pridgen community and Cindy Pridgen of Spartanburg SC; 2

sisters: Debbie Story and April Garcia of Okeechobee FL; 6 grandchildren: William Pridgen, Jonathan Pridgen, Suzanne

McDonald, Ashley Pridgen, Holly Pridgen and Jarrard Pridgen; and 1 great grandchild: Hayden McDonald. Sims Funeral Home was


PRIDGEN, Norma Jean Miller Pridgen

(Abstracted from the 26 April 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mrs. Norma Jean Miller Pridgen, age 75, of Broxton, in the Pridgen Community, passed away Friday, April 20, 2018, at her

residence following an extended illness. A native of Coffee County, Mrs. Pridgen was born April 23, 1942, to the late Walt Miller

and the late Betty Harper Miller Beecher. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-father, Carlos Edison

Beecher. Mrs. Pridgen was a member of God’s People Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband: John M. Pridgen of the

Pridgen Community, three children: Marshall (Cindy) Pridgen, Jeffrey (Kathy) Pridgen and Derek (Janet) Pridgen all of the

Pridgen Community, eight grandchildren, John Pridgen, Austin Pridgen, Kensley Pridgen, Walt Pridgen, Chas Pridgen, Laura

Ashlyn Pridgen, Emily Pridgen and Stephen Pridgen, one sister, Margie (Walt) Harrison of Woodland Hills, CA, one brother,

Emory (Ann) Miller of Fitzgerald, GA, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service were Sunday, April 22, 2018, at

First Baptist Church of Douglas. The interment followed in Pridgen Cemetery in the Pridgen Community. Ricketson Funeral Home


PRIDGEN, William Luke Pridgen

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(Abstracted from the 23 January 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper)

Mr. William Luke Pridgen, age 81, of Preston, GA, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2018, in Albany, GA. Mr. Pridgen was born

on September 22, 1936, in Pridgen, GA, to the late Oscar Underwood Pridgen, Sr. and Ruth Hill Pridgen. Mr. Pridgen was a

retired farmer from Pridgen, GA. Mr. Pridgen also served in the United States Army as a Military Policeman at Fort Niagara in

upstate New York. He also loved his nieces and nephew as his own children and was another father figure to them. They loved

him more than words can say and he will be missed by them very much. He is survived by his sister, Jacquelyn Vickers of

Douglas, GA, brother, Oscar and wife Jessie Pridgen of Statesboro, GA, nieces, Lenora Pridgen of Mt. Dora, FL, Pamela Smith

of Douglas, GA, and Charlotte and husband Chris Spell of Statesboro, GA, nephews, Shane Pridgen of Pridgen, GA, William and

wife Esther Vickers of Statesboro, GA, Wade Vickers of Willacoochee, GA, and several other nieces and nephews. His funeral

service was Sunday, January 21, 2018, at Pridgen Baptist Church. Interment followed at Pridgen Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims


PRIDGEON, Carlie Elizabeth Pridgeon


Born February 7, 1949 – Died November 14, 2011. No obituary at this time.

PRIDGEON, Daniel Henry Pridgeon, Jr.


Mr. Daniel Henry Pridgeon Jr., also known by many as “Dee”, passed away Saturday August 21, 2010 at Lafayette Health Care in

Mayo, FL. Mr. Pridgeon was a lifelong resident of Lafayette County where he was born on June 1, 1921 to the late Daniel Henry

Pridgeon Sr., and the late Mary Clark Pridgeon. He was a member of the Northside Church of Christ. He was the former owner

and operator of Cindy’s Motel, and Dee’s Drive In, in Mayo, as well as the former owner and operator of the Shell Station on

Hwy 90 in Lake City. Mr. Pridgeon also farmed for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived

by, a son Robert Douglas Pridgeon, of Mayo, a daughter, Carly Elizabeth “Cindy” Pridgeon, of MacClenny, FL, 1 brother, Thomas

E. Pridgeon Sr., of Mayo, 1 sister, Mary Alice McCray, of Mayo, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services for Mr. Pridgeon will be Tuesday August 24, 2010 in the Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel in Mayo. Interment

will follow in the Northside Church of Christ Cemetery.

PRIDGEON, Dorothy Lucille Pridgeon


Dorothy Lucille Pridgeon, age 89, passed away May 27, 2014 in Madison, Florida. Ms. Dorothy was born in Atlanta, Georgia on

October 22, 1924 where she lived her formative years. She lived most of her adult life in Madison, Florida. She enjoyed singing,

music, rose gardening, bowling, sewing, cooking, reading her bible, watching the Braves play, but most of all being with her

family. Ms. Dorothy was the daughter of Carl Chamlee and Dora Bell Spencer Chamlee. She was a wonderful mother to 2

daughters: Karen (Lynn) Simmons, Donna Wyche (Darlene Williams) and 1 son, David Pridgeon (deceased). Ms. Dorothy was the

sister to seven siblings. She has three living brothers: Billy (Edith) Chamlee, Doug (Betty) Chamlee and Wayne (Ruth) Chamlee.

She was a loving grandmother of 6 grandchildren and great grandmother of 13 great-grandchildren. Ms. Dorothy's services will

be held at Oakridge Cemetery in Madison, FL on Saturday, May 31, 2014.

PRIDGEON, Dorothy Moore “Miss Dot” Pridgeon

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Jan 11th, 2011)

Dorothy Moore “Miss Dot” Pridgeon, age 85, died Thursday, January 6, 2011 at her home in Greenville. Funeral services were

held at 2 p.m., Sunday, January 9, 2011 at Greenville Methodist Church, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation was

Saturday from 5-7 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel. She was born in Brooksfield, Georgia and lived most of her

childhood life in Moseley Hall before residing in Greenville. She was City Clerk for the City of Greenville for fifty years before

retiring. She was a member of Greenville Methodist Church. She is survived by two sons, G. W. Pridgeon Jr (Darlene) of Perry;

George R. Pridgeon (Lila) of Greenville; a sister, Lucille Cruce, of Madison; four grandchildren George W. Pridgeon III, Krystle

Pridgeon, George Russell Pridgeon, Jr. (Angela) and Suzanne Tart (Paul); and two great-grandchildren, Taylor and George

Quartman Pridgeon. Beggs Funeral Home Madison Chapel is in charge of arrangements

PRIDGEON, Elaine R. Pridgeon

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL July 29,

2014)

Elaine R. Pridgeon, age 68, of Perry, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at Big Bend Hospice in Tallahassee following an

extended illness. Elaine was born January 19, 1946 in Perry, FL, to William Ricketson and the former Frances Cone. Mrs.


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Pridgeon was a member of the Salem Missionary Baptist Church. She was a graduate of Salem High School and worked as a

teacher’s aide at Perry Primary School for 17 years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed

spending time with her family. In her spare time she enjoyed sewing, fishing, arts and crafts, shopping, and spending time with

her 3 dogs, Daisy, Ruby, and Julie. Mrs. Pridgeon was preceded in death by by her parents, William H. "Bill" and Louise Cone

Ricketson, her husband, Larry H. Pridgeon, and a brother, Billy Ricketson. She is survived by 1 son, L. Heath Pridgeon, 1

daughter, Erinn (Jason) Spradley, all of Perry, 4 grandchildren, Austin, Jaydin, Dylan, and Addyson, as well as numerous nieces,

nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be Friday, August 1, 2014 at Salem Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will

follow in New Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Baptist Children's Home in Tallahassee. All


PRIDGEON, Elmore B. Pridgeon


Elmore B. Pridgeon, age 72, a lifelong citizen of Madison County died suddenly Friday en route to the local hospital following a

sudden heart attack. He was a member of the Universalist Church. Survivors include his wife; five sons, S. H. Pridgeon and

Crawford Pridgeon, both of Madison; W. H. Pridgeon and Carlton Pridgeon, both of Orlando; and Carl Pridgeon of New York City;

five daughters, Mrs. Pete Suggs, of Madison; Mrs. Ralph Arnold and Mrs. James Humphrey, both of Orlando; Mrs. Myrtice

Jewell, of Columbia, SC; and Mrs. Carlton Kelley, of Valdosta; eighteen grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren; two

sisters, Mrs. Lester Terry, of Plant City; and Mrs. Fannie Mae Geiger, of Madison. Services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral

Home with burial following at Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PRIDGEON, Hilda June Pridgeon

(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 5 November 2020)

June Pridgeon, age 81, passed away on Nov. 5, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. June was born Sept. 9, 1939 in Immokalee, FL to Ralph

Waldo Walker and Ethel Rogers Walker. June was of the Christian faith and was a member of Antioch Revival Center. She

worked as a Care Giver. June enjoyed her church family and eating out. June was preceded in death by her parents Ralph Waldo

Walker and Ethel Rogers Walker, her husband of 34 years J.O. Pridgeon, her son Jeff Walker and grandson Trey Walker. She

was also preceded in death by 3 sisters and 1 brother. June is survived by her sons, Keith and Ralph Pridgeon, her brother Hamp

Walker (Iona) and grandson Cody Walker; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at Antioch Revival

Center. Interment services will follow at Carlton Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of

Perry.

PRIDGEON, James Riley Pridgeon

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 16 December 2018)

James Riley “Jimmy” “Uncle Porky” Pridgeon Sr., age 72, passed away on December 16, 2018 in Tallahassee, FL. Jimmy was born

September 29, 1946 in Shamrock, FL to Berlin Haywood Pridgeon and Ida Mae Whitfield Pridgeon. Mr. Pridgeon was a member

of Crosspoint Baptist Fellowship. Jimmy worked with Buckeye Cellulose Mill as a waste treatment operator for 38 years retiring

in 2003. Jimmy was very active with the Point of Grace Christian School, and was affectionately known as Uncle Porky to the

students. He enjoyed fellowship and there is no telling how many meals he has prepared for the church and school over the

years. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing and hunting. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents Berlin Haywood Pridgeon

and Ida Mae Pridgeon, and his brother Larry H. Pridgeon. Mr. Pridgeon is survived by his wife of 41 years, Mrs. Frances “Sweet

Tater” Pridgeon; his children, Jeri P. Abercrombie (Ricky), James Riley Pridgeon, Jr. (Alanna), Kathy Linton, Donna Gilbreath,

and Jimmy Dale Jackson; his brothers, Billy Pridgeon, and Eddie Pridgeon; his sisters, Linda Williams and Margaret Ricketson; 8

grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Thursday, December

20, 2018 at Crosspoint Baptist Fellowship. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in New Hope Cemetery. For

those who wish, they can make donations to Point of Grace Christian School in Jimmy's memory. All arrangements are under the


PRIDGEON, Jesse Theodore Pridgeon


Jesse Theodore Pridgeon, 42, of Stuart, died of electric shock last Thursday when the cross arm of the utility pole on which he

was working at Redlands came in contact with a high tension wire carrying 13,000 volts. Mr. Pridgeon was employed by a concern

engaged in repairing damage done by the hurricane to poles and wires in South Dade County. The deceased was born in Madison

County and lived here until about ten years ago. He had been engaged in electric work for the past twenty-four years. He is

survived by a wife and six children, also by one brother, Elmore Pridgeon, of Madison and two sisters, Mrs. Shellie Lee Terry

and Mrs. Fannie Mae Fox. The body was brought back here and laid to rest in Ebenezer Cemetery Monday afternoon.

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PRIDGEON, Jone Ann Whitehead Pridgeon


Mrs. Jone Ann Whitehead Pridgeon, age 84, of Perry, FL. passed away on October 31, 2020 in Monticello, FL. with her two

children holding her hands. Jone was born May 12, 1936 to A. A. and Louise Bennett Whitehead. She grew up with seven

brothers and two sisters. She was a member of Athena Baptist Church. She helped her mom with all of the household duties as

well as help with all her younger siblings. She loved working in her yard and with her flowers. Her family was very important to

her. She always looked forward to her visits with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her

parents she was preceded in death by sisters Joyce Moates and Patsy Fletcher and her brothers Ralph, Jimmy, Danny, Tommy,

and Paul Whitehead. She is survived by her two children Johnnie (Darlene) Stephens and Debbie (Jack) Gaines, her brothers

Joe (Susan) and Billy Whitehead, her three grandchildren, seven great grandchildren as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A

graveside service will be at New Hope Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry. In

lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Florida Baptist Children's Home.

PRIDGEON, Lottie Pridgeon


Lottie Pridgeon, 58, of Madison, died in Jacksonville Saturday night. Funeral services were held Monday at Beggs Funeral Home

with interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. Survivors include one son, George L. Pridgeon, Jr., of Greenville; five daughters, Mrs.

Clare Studebaker, of Virginia; Mrs. Georgia Eastman, of Mulberry, Mrs. Blanche Pepera and Mrs. Thelma Wintenberg, both of

Jacksonville; and Mrs. Cappie Meister, of Orlando; one brother, Willie Kinsey, of Monticello; 10 grandchildren and one great-

grandchild.

PRIDGEON, Sammie Lee Pridgeon


Sammie Lee Pridgeon departed this life Friday, May 4, 2018. A funeral will be Saturday, May 12, 2018 at Mt. Zion A.M.E.

Church, 518 SW Dade Street, Madison, Florida. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home and Crematory.

PRIDGEON, Thomas E. Pridgeon, Sr.


Mr. Thomas E. Pridgeon Sr., 92, of Mayo, FL passed away Saturday January 8, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Pridgeon was a native

and lifelong resident of Mayo where he was born November 5, 1918 to the late Daniel Henry and Maude Clark Pridgeon. He was a

member of the Church of Christ Faith and was the co-founder and co-owner of Pridgeon Garage which is now Pridgeon Power

Equipment and Tree Service. Before founding the garage, he farmed for many years and also operated the Standard Oil and

Gulf Oil filling stations. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. Mr. Pridgeon was preceded in death by his

wife, Grace B. Pridgeon in 2000. He is survived by, 2 sons, Thomas E. “Boogie” Pridgeon Jr., and wife Tamara, of Mayo, and Paul

Kenneth “Buddy” Pridgeon, of Chipley, FL, one sister, Alice McCray, of Mayo, 3 grandchildren, Amy Koon, and Andy and Brian

Pridgeon, 6 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Tuesday

January 11, 2011 in the Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel in Mayo. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery. Arrangements are

under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

PRIEST, Clyde Priest

Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 7, 1969)

Clyde Priest, age 72, died last Friday in Starke, He is survived by his widow, Elizabeth; a daughter, Mrs. Janette Jones; two

sons Van and Dan, both of Jacksonville; two brothers, Van H. Priest of Madison and Newton Priest of Williston; a sister, Mrs.

Lassie Chalk of Dunedin and nine grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday in the First Baptist Church with burial in

Crosby Lake Cemetery.

PRIMER, Mamie Primer


Mrs. Mamie Primer, age 62, passed away December 8, 1971 in the hospital in Madison. Survivors are 3 sisters, Mrs. Lillie Turner

of Indiantown, FL; Miss Rachel Bush of Tampa; Miss Ola Bush; 1 brother, Leroy Bush and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral

services will be held December 19, 1971 at New Zion Baptist Church in Greenville, FL. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Beggs Horry Street Chapel will be in charge of the arrangements.

PRIMM, Joyce Morris Primm

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Joyce Morris Primm, age 88, passed away Friday, May 10, 2019 in Madison, FL. Funeral services will be at Beggs Funeral Home in

Madison with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First United Methodist Building Fund P.

O. Box 294 Madison, FL 32341 or Heifer International 1 World Ave. Little Rock, AR 72202 or Big Bend Hospice. She was born

and raised in Monroe County, AL and moved to Madison in 1958. She was a bookkeeper for Tri-County Electric for 32 years

before her retirement. She was a member of Madison Women’s Club, Madison Garden Club and First United Methodist Church

where she was active in the Audrey Newman Circle. She is survived by 3 sons, Mack Primm of Cherry Lake, FL, Bill Primm (Peggy)

of Madison and John Primm of Madison; a daughter, Shannon Primm of Athens, GA; 4 grandchildren, Jennifer Primm of Seattle,

WA, Sarah Primm Stevenson of Tallahassee, FL, Will Primm (Brittany) of Madison and Zet Primm of Tallahassee.; 4 great-

grandchildren; Mackenzie Stevenson, Bentley Gressel, Kent Lendon Primm and Kent Lowen Primm.

PRIMUS, Henry Lee Primus


Henry Lee Primus, age 71, of 318 Grovehill Ave., Blackshear, passed away Sunday (July 29, 2018) at Memorial Health University

Medical Center Hospital in Savannah. He was born in Mershon Aug. 7, 1946, to the beloved parents of Dewey and Louise Primus.

He graduated from Lee Street High School in 1965 and entered the United States Army during the Vietnam War from Nov. 21,

1969, to Aug. 24, 1975, as a radio teletype operator with the HHC 1st BDE 3D Infantry Division. He spent six years serving his

country with awarded medals that include the Overseas Combat Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign

Medal, and National Army Accommodation Medal. He was 100 percent disabled veteran and was looking forward to a trip

overseas with fellow veterans later this year. After his military career, he married Daisy Johnson, of New York. They were

married for many years and built their vacation home in Savannah. He went to electrician school for two years retaining license

as an expert electrician for the Long Island Railroad in Long Island, NY, where he worked for 30 years before retiring. He was

a member of Bethel Temple FBC Church and served the community in various charities. His interest included fishing, crabbing,

riding through the neighborhood on his ATV enjoying the view, meeting with old classmates, eating breakfast with the Huddle

House family, enjoying all the nurses at dialysis and most of all hanging out with his family during the holidays. He is survived by

five siblings, three sisters, Ella (A.J.) Myles, Blackshear; Lula Roberson, of Waycross; and Shirley Chatters, of Seattle, WA;

two brothers, Roy (Katherine) Primus, of College Park, and Timothy (Phyllis) Primus, Ellenwood; a brother-in-law, Willie Carr of

Blackshear; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. The family is receiving friends at the home of his

sister and brother-in-law, Ella Myles and A.J. Myles, 1108 Ware St., Blackshear. A home going service will be Saturday at Bethel

Temple Holiness Church, 209 Burrough St., Blackshear. Burial will follow in the Blackshear Cemetery with military honors. Rainge

Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

PRINCE, Claudia Edwards Prince


Mrs. Claudia Edwards Prince, beloved wife of W. C. Prince, died Monday morning at her home in Greenville following an illness of

several months. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon in the Greenville Baptist Church. Interment was in the

Greenville Cemetery. Mrs. Prince was born and reared near Quincy, moving later with her parents to South Florida; and then to

Greenville, where on June 26, 1920, she was happily married to Mr. Prince. Five daughters were born to them; Mrs. Jason

Outler, Jr., of Jacksonville; and Misses Marjorie; Patricia; Matyeel and Claudia Prince, all of Greenville. She is also survived by

two grandchildren, as well as by other relatives.

PRINCE, Miss Clyde Prince

(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 20. 1942)

Funeral services were held in the Greenville Baptist Church Wednesday afternoon for Miss Clyde Prince, who passed away at her

home there Tuesday, after a long period of illness. Interment was in the city cemetery. Miss Prince is survived by her mother,

Mrs. J. T. Prince of Greenville, four sisters, Mrs. J. C. Woodward, of Valdosta; Mrs. Bill Woodward, of Tallahassee; Mrs. Gladys

Bacon, of Jacksonville, and Mrs. Ernest Page of Greenville, and an only brother, Mr. W. C. Prince, of Greenville.

PRINCE, Geneva Carver Prince


Geneva Carver Prince, age 90, of Waycross, died Saturday (Oct. 13, 2018) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an

extended illness. She was born in Broxton to the late Robert Carver Sr. and Belle Merritt Carver. She made Waycross her home

for the majority of her life. She worked as a hostess for The Green Frog Restaurant for many years as well as Reuben Brothers

Shoe Factory and Spatola’s Shoe Factory. She was a former member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church and was currently a

member of Rehobeth Baptist Church. She was an exceptional cook who especially loved baking coconut and chocolate cakes.

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More than anything she loved attending senior dances with her friends and the time she was able to spend with them. Along with

her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Prince, two sons, Johnny Lee, Jackie Lee, a daughter, Ann

Lee, and eight brothers and sisters, Vernice Prevatt, James Carver, Robert Carver Jr., Bernadine Clark, Billy Carver, Waunelle

Carver, Carolyn Carver and Betty Jo Carver. She is survived by her daughters, Janet (Joe) Callan of Townsend, Jeanne (Scott)

Ferris of Yulee, FL; her step-daughter, Paula Prince (Max) Barnes of Milledgeville; six grandchildren, Joey (Maryuri) Callan,

Tonya (Jonathan) Posey, Michael (Tanya) Peavey, Lance Lee, Rusty (Kelly) Lee, Christie Lee; four great-grandchildren, Yazmine

Callan, Joseph Callan III, Cullee Peavey, Dawson Peavey; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be

Thursday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions

may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

PRINCE, Mrs. John Travis Prince


Mrs. John Travis Prince, age 78 years, widow of the late Mr. Prince, a prominent lumberman, of Greenville, died Monday in the

Thomasville, GA hospital following a four months’ illness. Mrs. Prince was pone of Greenville’s eldest and most prominent

citizens. She was born in Loris, SC. Mrs. Prince came to Greenville about 40 years ago. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs.

Percy S. Bacon, of Jacksonville, Mrs. J. C. Woodward, Valdosta, Mrs. E. M. Page, Greenville, and Mrs. W. F. Woodward,

Tallahassee; one stepson, J. B. Prince, Fair Bluff, NC, numerous grand and great grandchildren, and other relatives. Funeral

services were held Wednesday in the Greenville Baptist Church.

PRINCE, Mrs. Lottie Evelyn Prince


Mrs. Lottie Evelyn Prince passed away Sunday night August 13th, after a few days’ illness. She was rush to the hospital and died

on the way there. Mrs. Prince was 35 years of age and a member of the Assembly of God Church. She was a resident of Mobile,

AL for the past 25 years. She leaves a son Robert Eugene Crawford of Montgomery, AL, her mother, Mrs. R. C. McKee of

Mobile, AL, four sisters, Mrs. Mattie Eddins of Greenville, FL; Mrs. Lila Palmer of Newark, NJ; Mrs. Eva Mae White of

Kentucky; and Mrs. Hendry Stigalle, of Thedora, AL; five brothers Jimmie Prince, of Pensacola; Freddie Prince of Mobile;

Robert Prince of Cottage Hill, AL; Willie Prince and Richard Prince, both of Mobile, and other relatives. A funeral service was

held at the Higgins Mortuary at Mobile Thursday and interment was at Atmore, AL with Barton Funeral Home of Atmore in

charge.

PRINCE, Lucille Pinky Small Prince

(Abstracted from the Clinch County News, May 26, 2010)

Mrs. Lucille Pinky Small Prince, 81, passed away at her residence, Saturday, May 22, 2010, following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Prince

was born September 2, 1928, in Perry, FL, to the late Walter Pinky and Minnie Pinky. She was a member of the Bethlehem

Baptist Church in Fargo and was a retired bus driver for the Clinch County Board of Education. She was the widow of Leroy

Small. Survivors are one daughter, Dorothy Graham of Fargo; three sons and daughters-in-law, LeRoy and Gussie Small, Herbert

and Gloria Small, and Tony and Sharon Small, all of Fargo; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and several other

relatives. Memorial services for Mrs. Prince will be held Saturday, May 29, 2010 at the Bethlehem Baptist Church, Fargo.

Memorialization will be by cremation. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Prince family.

PRINCE, William Carey Prince


William Carey Prince, President of Greenville Plywood, Inc., died five miles west of Greenville Saturday apparently suffering a

heart attack while driving his car on U. S. 90. Chief of Police, J. D. Bishop, Greenville, said Prince apparently pulled the car to

the side of the road before he died. There were no damages to the car. Mr. Prince was a native of Loris, South Carolina and

moved to Greenville in 1906. He assumed the Presidency of the plywood firm in 1933 following the death of his father. He was

listed in “Who’s Who in the South and Southwest.” Funeral services were held Tuesday in the Greenville Baptist Church with

burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Jason Outler, of Gainesville; Mrs. William MacKenzie, of

Clearwater; Mrs. John Marker, of Tallahassee; Mrs. George Mays, of Augsberg, Germany; and Miss Claudia Prince, of Fair Bluff,

NC; four sisters, Mrs. J. C. Woodward, of Valdosta; Mrs. W. F. Woodward, of Tallahassee; Mrs. E., M. Page, Sr., and Mrs. Gladys

Marshall, of Greenville.

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DAY, FL: Mrs. Bessie Corine Prine, age 101, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. Funeral services will

be at Brewer Lake Baptist Church, Day, FL with burial at Day Cemetery. She was born in Lafayette County where she lived most

of her life. She was a hard worker, very practical, was a farmer and grew tobacco. She was a member of Brewer Lake Baptist

Church. She is survived by 1 grandson: Ed Prine of Monticello; and 3 great grandchildren: Mitchell Prine and Scott Prine both of

Tallahassee and Derek Prine of Pompano Beach, Florida. Beggs Funeral Home is handling the arrangements 850-973-2258.

PRINE, Clara Lorena Prine


Clara Lorena Prine, age 66, of Valdosta, GA passed away Friday, January 15, 2016. She was born on December 10, 1949 in

Detroit, MI to the late Leonard Neely and Clara Louise Richmond. She worked as a hostess at Cracker Barrel for over 15 years.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Loyce Prine. Survivors include a son & daughter-in-law, Tommy

(Teresa) Black of Jennings, FL; son & daughter-in-law , Carl (Julie) Black of Valdosta, GA; son & daughter-in-law, Danny (Kim)

Black of Quitman, GA; 1 sister & brother-in-law, Remantha (David) Isabell of Dacula, GA; brother, Leonard Neely of Valdosta,

GA; brother & sister-in-law, Walter (Sissy) Neely of True, WV; brother & sister-in-law, Robert (M.J.) Neely of Pipestem, WV; 6

grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; and 5 nieces & nephews. As per her wishes she will be cremated and a memorial service

will be held Friday, January 22, 2016 at Music Funeral Services.

PRINE, Robert Lamar Prine


Lt. Commander Robert Lamar Prine, age 59, of Cherry Lake died last Thursday in the Moody Field Base Hospital after a short

illness. He was a native of Lake Park, GA, member of the Presbyterian Church and retired in 1959 as a Lt. Commander in the U.

S. Navy after 30 years of service. He was a Veteran of World War II and had lived at Cherry Lake a number of years. Survivors

are his wife, Sylvia Prine; one daughter, Miss Mary N. Prine of New York City; and one son Rip Prine with the U. S. Army Green

Beret Special Forces at Ft. Bragg, NC. Funeral services were held Saturday at Beggs Funeral Home and burial was at Oak Ridge

Cemetery.

PRINGLE, Vassie Pringle


Mrs. Vassie Pringle, age 84, of Douglas, GA, passed away Friday, June 25, 2014, at Shady Acres Health and Rehabilitation

Center following an extended illness. Mrs. Pringle was born on June 13, 1928, in Alma, GA, to the late Grover Addicus Williams

and Addie Belle Williams. Survivors include her 2 daughters, Emma (Wayne) Davis of Douglas, GA; and Naomi (Gene) Waldron of

Douglas, GA; 3 sons, Larry Bryant of Jacksonville, FL; Lamar (Peggy) Bryant of Douglas, GA; Eulice (Virginia) Bryant of

Jacksonville, FL; 22 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by

her husbands: Emory Lee Bryant and Chris Martin Pringle, her children, Herbert Ray Bryant, and Addie Elizabeth Whittaker.

Funeral services were Monday, June 28, 2014, at Harvest Time Church of God. Interment followed at Rose Hill Cemetery. Sims


PRITCHARD, Bobby Clyde Pritchard – Death Announcement

(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 22 February 2019)

Bobby Clyde Pritchard, age 72, of Thomasville, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2018. Arrangements are incomplete and will

be announced by Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home.

PRITCHARD, E.E. Gene Pritchard


E.E. Gene Pritchard, 81, of Blackshear died late Friday evening (Nov. 18, 2005) at his residence following an extended illness. He

was a native of Tifton, but had lived most of his life in Blackshear. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Arrington

Pritchard; his parents, James Pritchard and Martha Lou Seay Pritchard; one son-in-law, Roger Douglas; three sisters and two

brothers. He retired from Georgia Power in 1986 as the local manager in Blackshear. He was a longtime active member of First

Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, former Sunday School Superintendent, on the Building Committee and many other

committees. He was a member of the Men's Fellowship Sunday School Class, Joy Group and Choir and was on the Georgia Baptist

Convention Disaster Relief Team. He was a past member of the Blackshear Rotary Club where he once served as president,

former director of the Lakeview Golf Club, member of the Chamber of Commerce and was active in many other civic activities.

He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy during WWII on the U.S.S. Alabama. Survivors include his two daughters, Marty Lee

of Blackshear and Susan Douglas of Waycross; one son, Tommy Pritchard (wife Beth) of Little Rock, Ark.; four grandchildren

Joli Stretch (husband Jason) of Blackshear, Neile Bennett (husband Ben) of Blackshear, Jeff Pritchard (wife Mandi) of

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Overland Park, Kan., and Wade Horsting (wife Farrah) of Warner Robins; seven great-grandchildren, Sierra and Waylon

Horsting of Warner Robins, Laine and Laura Kate Bennett, Elisabeth and Noah Stretch, all of Blackshear, and Reese Pritchard

of Overland Park, Kan.; three brothers, I.G. Pritchard of Tifton, Homer Pritchard (wife Betty) of Ocala, Fla., and Carlton

Pritchard (wife Marilyn) of Detroit, Mich.; two sisters, Marie Altman and Betty King (husband Jim), all of Sylvester; special

friends, Ralph and Sue Brown of Waycross; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral was scheduled for 11 a.m.

today at First Baptist Church in Blackshear. Burial was in the Blackshear City Cemetery. The family requests that the Deacons

of First Baptist Church, Joy Group, the Men's Fellowship Sunday School Class and Georgia Power Employees serve as honorary

pallbearers. The family request memorials to First Baptist Church, Southeast Cancer Unit or Hospice Satilla. Online Condolences

may be expressed online at www.smith-funeralhome.us

PRITCHARD, Everett Elisha Pritchard Jr.


FLOWERY BRANCH — Major Everett Elisha “Bubba” Pritchard Jr., age 90, of Flowery Branch, passed away Wednesday night

(Nov. 30, 2016) at his residence. Born in Fitzgerald, he was the son of Everett Elijah and Eloise McCranie Pritchard Sr. He was

also preceded in death by his wife, Jean Griffin James Pritchard, step-son, Jay James, granddaughter, Kelly Denise Lee, a

brother, M. C. Pritchard, and a sister, Louise Faulk. Major Everett retired from the United States Air Force after 27 years

where he served in WWII, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He received a bachelor degree in engineering from Georgia

Tech and the University of Nebraska. He was a loving father, grandfather and uncle who always had a smile on his face. He

loved telling and playing jokes, watching Georgia Tech football, fishing and was an avid golfer before his health declined.

Survivors include his son, Craig Pritchard of Flowery Branch; daughter and son-in-law, Cathy Pritchard Dowis (Larry) Cohran of

Dawsonville; two step-children, Jeannie McFarland and Ginger James; two grandchildren, Adrienne Dowis (Chris) Terrell and

Evan Nick Cohran (Danielle Jordan); four great-grandchildren, Isaac Dean, Aiden Terrell, Heather Cohran and Ethan Everett

Terrell; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service with military honors will be Sunday at Oakland

Cemetery in Waycross. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

PRITCHARD, Linda Faye Pritchard


Mrs. Linda Faye Pritchard, age 63, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2015, at her residence following an

extended illness. Mrs. Pritchard was born on August 31, 1951, in Douglas, GA, to the late James Clyde Sweat and Gladys

Jeanette Mancil Sweat. Survivors include: her husband, Delbert Ray Pritchard of Douglas, GA; son, Charlie Euford Mobley of

Ocean Isle Beach, NC; four daughters, Tina Charline Mobley of Douglas, GA, Julie Ann Mobley of Waycross, GA, Sharon Faye

(Jamie) Edge of Pearson, GA, and Janet Melinda Mobley of Douglas, GA; four stepchildren, Becky (Jerome) Chaney of Pearson,

GA, Robert Pritchard, Robin Pritchard, and Cindy Pritchard all of Douglas, GA; brother, George (Linda) Clylon Sweat of

Clemmons, NC; sister, Frances Sharon Mobley of Mt. Airy, NC; 22 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and several nieces and

nephews. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Morgan Mobley; a great granddaughter, Starr Davis. Funeral services

were Sunday, August 9, 2015, at Douglas Christian Fellowship. Interment followed at Arna Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home


PRITCHARD, Lula Pritchard


Mrs. Lula Pritchard, 84, of Clyattville died in the local hospital Thursday after a short illness. Burial was in Valdosta.

PRITCHARD, Mary Lee Pritchard


Mary Lee Pritchard, age 77, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at Coffee Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Pritchard was born on September 3, 1941, in Arcadia, FL, the daughter of the late Wilford Isiah Albritton and Margaret

Underwood Albritton. She worked as a school bus driver for the DeSoto County School System, DeSoto, Florida. In addition to

her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Brian Keith Lundy. Survivors include three daughters, Tammie Renfroe

(Patrick) of Douglas, GA, Sharon Gross of Douglas, GA, and Patricia Mullis of Douglas, GA; sister, Betty Joiner of Lake City, FL;

three step-children, Becky Chaney of Pearson, GA, Robert Pritchard of Pearson, GA, and Robin Pritchard of Douglas, GA; 18

grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Memorialization is by cremation. Sims Funeral Home

was in charge of arrangements.

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Richard James Pritchard, age 88, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at Baptist Medical Center in

Jacksonville, FL. He was born on June 17, 1926 in Thomasville, GA to the late Richard and Annie (Cook) Pritchard. He was the

Owner and Operator of Pritchard Home repair. Mr. Pritchard was a member of the Corinth Baptist Church. He was preceded in

death by his wife, Myrtice Zeigler Tison Pritchard; brother and sister-in-law: M. C. & Mary Eva Pritchard, sisters & brothers-in-

law: Alma & Robert Lawhorne, Pearlie Mae & Henry Willis, Mary & EP Newsome; sons-in-laws: Ronny Wisenbaker & David Wilson,

and sons: Albert M. Tison & Jerry T. Tison. His survivors include 2 daughters, Judy Tison Wilson of Valdosta, GA; Peggy Tison

Wisenbaker of Valdosta, GA; 1 son & daughter-in-law Larry W. (Evie) Tison of Valdosta; 1 daughter-in-law, Wanda M. Tison of

Valdosta; grandchildren: DuWayne (Cindy) Tison, Sam (Michelle) Tison, Shannan Tison, Kevin (Yorkie) Tison, Sheryl (Mike) Usic,

Deana (Chad) Kinsley, Theresa (Jamie) Gandy, Richard Cochran (Denise), Kristi (Ron) Cornelius, Jana Register; 18 great

grandchildren; 16 great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and extended family members. Services will be

Thursday, April 23, 2015 at the Music Funeral Home of Valdosta. A private graveside service will be at Oak Hill Cemetery at a

later time. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Corinth Baptist Church.

PRITCHARD, Shirley Ann Wilson Pritchard


Ms. Shirley Ann Wilson Pritchard, age 54, of Douglas, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2011, at Coffee Regional Medical

Center following an extended illness. Ms. Pritchard was born on August 25, 1957, to the late Tom and Estelle Hersey Wilson in

Douglas. She was retired from Matt’s Jackets where she had worked as a seamstress and she was a member of Church of God

of Prophecy by Faith. Survivors include a daughter, Tonya Diane (Michael) Thomas of Douglas, GA; son, Johnny Dean (Julie

Brigmond) of Douglas; sisters, Margie Harrell of Pearson and Dorlis (James) Carter of West Green; brothers, Carlos Wilson of

Douglas, Darrell (Norma) Wilson and Steve (Carolyn) Wilson both of Waycross and Earl (Rhonda) Wilson of Brunswick;

grandchildren, Mercedes Thomas and Lexus Thomas; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday, December

12, 2011, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed in the Roxie Mae Cemetery.

PRITCHARD, William Taylor Pritchard


Mr. William Taylor Pritchard, age 85, of Douglas passed away at his home on Friday, August 7, 2009 following an extended

illness. Mr. Pritchard was born in Matoaka, WV on February 1, 1924, to the late Charles Dresser Pritchard and the late Rebbeca

Eskridge Pritchard. He was in the U.S. Air Force and was a veteran of World War II. He worked for many years as a signal

maintainer for the N&W Railroad. He was a Mason and a Shriner and also past exalted ruler of the Elks Club and a member of

the order of the Eastern Star. Mr. Pritchard was a member of Morningside Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 63

years: Dolores Underwood Pritchard of Douglas, GA; sisters: Margaret Chattin and Joanna Watts both of Tampa, FL and Omega

Ballard of Lancaster, CA; brother: Tom Prichard of North Carolina; children: Donna (Larry) Cooper of Douglas, GA; son Dale

Pritchard of Shady Springs WV; grandchildren: James L. (Donni) Cooper Jr. of Douglas; William L. (Lesley) Cooper of Lexington,

SC; 4 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and other relatives. A private inurnment will be at a later date in Rock,

WV. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of all funeral arrangements.

PRITCHETT, David Brian Pritchett

(Abstracted from http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/06/david-brian-pritchett/)

David Brian Pritchett passed away Thursday, June 20, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on July 31, 1947 in

Quitman, Ga to the late Warren Merriman and Corliss Maxine Ball Pritchett. David was a true patriot whose vehicle could always

be spotted flying the American Flag. After serving his country in the United States Army, he became the owner and operator

of Clear Eyes Detailing. David spent his free time hunting, fishing, and collecting guns and knives. He enjoyed playing with his

nieces and nephews and liked to educate them on gun safety and loved being outdoors. He was a member of the Church of Jesus

Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Survivors include his three sisters and their husbands, Rhonda Walker (Gordon) of Valdosta, Karen

Sullivan (Glenn) of Mulberry, FL, Elizabeth Willis (Steve) of Millbrook, AL; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He

was preceded in death by two brothers, Jonathan Dale Pritchett and Joseph Warren Pritchett. A service will be held for David

at the Carson McLane Funeral Home with burial to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

PRITCHETT, Ross Pritchett Sr.


Ross Pritchett Sr. known as “Babyface” was born March 4, 1962, in Homerville, to Roscoe Prichett and Dorothy Purnell Moore.

He was reared in Waycross where he was educated in the Waycross Public School System. Later in life he moved to McIntyre,

and it was there he met Tracie Stevens. On Nov. 15, 1991, he was united in Holy Matrimony to Tracie for 24 years. He loved

fishing, eating breakfast, lunch and supper, and considered to be a jack of all trades. He loved his family and spending time with

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them and was the life of the party. On Saturday (May 25, 2019) as the Lord was calling the roll. He called Ross name and he

answered at Memorial Satilla Health. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roscoe Prichett Sr., and Dorothy Moore, and two

brothers, Jimmy and Wayne Moore. He leaves to cherish his loving memories to his wife, Tracie Prichett; seven children,

Cassandra Prichett, Quandra Prichett, Camillia (Christopher) Doomes, Courtney Yawn, Joshua Yawn, Shanice Prichett and Ross

Prichett Jr., 24 grandchildren; eight sisters, Debbie Moore, Kathy Pierce, Sandra (Tony) McKelvin, Priscilla McDaniel, Katrena

Prichett, Rachelle Prichett, Nella Prichett and Diane Prichett; two brothers, Roscoe Prichett Jr., and Richard Williams; two

uncles, David (Gloria) Clark and Wilbur (Osie) Clark; two aunts, Martha Hawkins and Shirley Clark; a host of nieces, nephews and

cousins. Family and friends are being received at the home of his sister, Debbie Moore, 812 Morton Ave., Waycross. The

cortège will assemble at the residence of his sister and brother-in-law, Sandra and Tony McKelvin, 3901 Golfview Drive,

Waycross. The funeral will be at Rainge Memorial Chapel, 505 Ware St., Blackshear. Memorialization will be by cremation.

PROBUCK, Wilma McKinnon Probeck


Ms. Wilma McKinnon Probeck, age 87, of Waycross, GA, passed away Monday, January 8, 2018, at Waycross Health and

Rehabilitation Center, following an extended illness. She was born October 4, 1930, to the late William McKinnon and the late

Eula Mae Gillespie McKinnon. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her late husbands, Vernon Daniel Smith and

John Probeck, one son, Jerry Daniel Smith, two sisters, Virginia Crozier and Matti Lou Sims. Ms. Probeck, a native of Douglas

and Coffee County, was a homemaker. She had lived in Ware County for many years. She was a member of University Blvd.

Church of God. Survivors include one son Jesse W. Smith of Waycross, GA, siblings: Shirley Edwards, Doris Kimball and Odis

McKinnon, all of Jacksonville, FL, Roy McKinnon of Arkansas, and Mildred Collier of Douglas, GA, one grandchild: Thomas William

Smith of Macon, GA, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Saturday, January 13, 2018, at Ricketson

Funeral Home. The Interment followed in Arna Cemetery in Atkinson County.

PROCTOR, Beatrice Mutch Proctor


Mrs. Beatrice Mutch Proctor, 96, of Greenville, FL answered the Master’s call on Saturday, March 2, 2013. Services are

Saturday at her church, Young Reaper M.B., with burial at Young Reaper (Bellamy) Cemetery. A Greenville native, Mrs. Proctor

was the widow of Clem Proctor, Sr. Together they were two of the area’s most successful farmers. She served as church

mother and in several other capacities. Paying honor and homage to her legacy are: her daughters, Bessie Gloster, Ruby Jones

and Freddie P. Dukes; sons, Charles (Wanda) Proctor and Willie Proctor; several grand, great-grand and great-great

grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was predeceased by her son, Clem Jr. and daughter, Beatrice. Tillman

of Monticello 850-997-5553 is in charge of the arrangements.

PROCTOR, General Proctor, Sr.

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida January 27, 2011)

General Proctor, Sr., 99, of Monticello passed on Sat., Jan. 21, 2011 in Tallahassee. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Sat. EST at

the (Old) Jefferson County High School Auditorium with burial at Ashville Community Cemetery. Viewing-visitation will be

Friday from 3-7 p.m. at Tillman of Monticello (50-997-5553. A lifelong resident of Jefferson County, Mr. Proctor was a retired

bus driver for the Jefferson County School District. He was also one of the area’s most successful self-employed farmers.

Paying homage to a legacy of love and hard work are his sons: General (Betty) Proctor, Jr. of Greenville, Felix (Derlene) Proctor

and Larry Proctor of Monticello, Clifford Proctor of Phoenix, Bernard Proctor of Quitman, and Gregory Proctor of Tallahassee;

daughters, Jacqueline (Alphonso) Erving of Tallahassee, Shirley Proctor of Monticello, Deborah Proctor and Yvonne (Clifford)

Sparks of Miami; 20 grandchildren, numerous great and great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mr. Proctor was predeceased by his wife, Elnora Holloway Proctor; son, Norris Proctor; sister, Geneva P. Riley and brothers,

John, Cornell Sr., Herman, Clem, Thomas and Rufus Proctor.

PROCTOR, Geneva Catherine Proctor


Geneva Catherine Proctor, age 84, of Waycross, died Sunday (March 9, 2014) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities. She

was born in Jennings, FL, to the late Clayton Culbreth and Ollie Waters Culbreth. Growing up in Jennings, she was a graduate of

Jennings High School. She moved to Waycross and has made it her home for more than 60 years. She worked as a seamstress

for Waycross Sportswear before retiring with more than 40 years of service. She attended church with her children at Kettle

Creek Southern Congregational Methodist Church and Emmanuel Baptist Church. She loved her grandchildren. She loved cooking

for them and spending time with them every chance she got. Thanksgiving holidays were the time of year she loved the most.

Being able to cook for and spend the holiday with her family was what she cherished most. Along with her parents she was

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preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Sheffield, six brothers, Frank Burnam, Bill Burnam, Sherman Burnam, Harlon Burnam,

Delmar Burnam and Hallam Culbreath, and one sister, Lucille Coleman. She is survived by 2 sons, Tommy (Beth) Lloyd, of

Blackshear, and John (Rhonda) Proctor, of Waycross; 1 daughter, Susan Thrift, of Atlanta; 8 grandchildren, Dan (Greta)

Sheffield, Sheila (Alan) Johnson, Paul (Bridget) Sheffield, Thomas (Heather) Lloyd, Mark (Lisa) Lloyd, Cathy (Nathan) Doan,

Will (Kelly) Thrift and Rhett Proctor; 13 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; 2 brothers, Farrell (Maryland) Burnam,

of Jasper, FL, John “Buck” (Phyllis) Burnam, of Lake City, FL; 1 sister, Janie (Jimmy) Herring, of Jennings, FL; and numerous

nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle

Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Baptist Village Retirement Communities, 2650 Carswell Ave.,

Waycross, GA 31501.

PROCTOR, James Charles Proctor


BLACKSHEAR — James Charles “Jim” Proctor, age 75, passed away Monday (Sept. 17, 2018) at Harborview of Pierce County

Nursing Home. Born in Blackshear Feb. 2, 1943, he lived in Washington, DC for many years before moving back to Pierce County

13 years ago following his retirement. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and was retired from Safe Way where he had been a

merchandiser director. He was an avid golfer all along the east coast and had worked at Lakeview Golf Club as a marshal. He was

a son of the late Charles Edwin and Sara Ellen Murphy Proctor. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Larry Joseph

Proctor. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Lois LaVonne Groover Proctor of Blackshear, a son and daughter-in-law, James

Charles and Brooke Proctor II, of Dallas, TX, a brother, Walter George (Helen) Proctor, of Heathsville, VA, two grandchildren,

Kylie Raya Proctor and Nathan Stone Proctor, and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Thursday in

the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Shiloh Cemetery.

PROCTOR, Joseph Proctor, Sr.


Joseph Proctor, Sr., age 84, a lifelong resident of Madison County, died Monday February 9th at Lancaster, SC after a lingering

illness. He was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. Eula Lee Bellamy of Orlando; Mrs. Eula Mae

Turner of Madison; Mrs. Mary Preaster of Orlando; Mrs. Annie Thrower of Lancaster, SC; Mrs. Ruthie Watkins of New York and

Mrs. Minnie Ghent of Ft. Pierce, FL; two sons, Rufus Proctor of Madison and Joseph Proctor, Jr., of Winter Park, FL; seventeen

grandchildren; two daughters-in-law; and six sons-in-law. Funeral services will be Saturday February 14th at Beggs Horry Street

Funeral Home with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

PROCTOR, Lizzie Louise Strickland Proctor


BLACKSHEAR — Lizzie Louise Strickland Proctor, 88, of Blackshear, passed away Monday (Aug. 5, 2013) at the Hospice Satilla

Hospice House. Born in Hickox March 10, 1925, she lived in Pierce County most of her life. She worked at the Spatola Shoe

Factory for many years as well as working with her late husband, T.R. Proctor, at the 5-Points Service Station. She also

volunteered her time with the Meals on Wheels program and was a faithful member of Blackshear Presbyterian Church since

1970. She loved to play the guitar and sing and will be remembered as a dedicated wife and mother. She was a daughter of the

late Julian and Lucinda Crews Strickland. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Richard “T.R.” Proctor, both

of her grandchildren, Tammy Goin and Beverly Bryan, and all 11 of her brothers and sisters, Elzie Nathaniel Strickland, Walter

Lee Strickland, Ethel Idell Crews, Raymond Levi Strickland, Mattie May DePratter, Lillie Margaret Dragoo, Jeff Homer

Strickland, Cage Mason Strickland, Levy Jackson Strickland, Mary Lucinda Gibbs and Lonnie Julian Strickland. Survivors include

two daughters, Patsy Smith, of Brunswick, and Cindy Proctor, of Valdosta; two sons, Charles Smith, of Blackshear, and Richard

Proctor, of Valdosta; a great-grandchild, Jessica Bassett; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be

held Wednesday at Blackshear Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is

in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 811 Beacon St., Waycross, GA 31501 or to

Blackshear Presbyterian Church, 432 Main St., Blackshear, GA 31516

PROFFITT, Thelma Roberts Bennett Proffitt


Thelma Roberts Bennett Proffitt, age 91, of Blackshear, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday (April 10, 2014) at the

Hospice Satilla Hospice House in Waycross after an extended illness. She was born Aug. 27, 1922, in Pierce County, daughter of

the late Allen Roberts and Mary Etta Cox Roberts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Houston Proffitt, sisters, Lavern

Hill, Lucille Music and Sylvia Roberts; and brothers, William, Thomas, Otto and Sambo Roberts. She was a loving person to

family and friends. She never had much education nor accumulated lots of worldly goods. Her growing up during the depression

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was the reason for her always reaching out to help family and friends, her compassion knew no bounds. After retiring, she still

traveled with her Avon to give her an excuse to keep in touch with her many friends. Once while visiting Dr. Don Waters’

parents, his dad told her that he would love a mess of fresh fish. She went to their pond, caught and cleaned the fish for them.

That was her nature. She loved working with her flowers and planting a yearly garden, but her passion was for fishing. Other

than family and friends, she had a special church family. When she could no longer drive, her church family from Church of

Christ on Tebeau Street in Waycross would see to it that a member would pick her up and take her to church. If all Christians

would reach out to help others the way these folks do, it would be a much better world. She was the rock that held her family

together. Her family meant so much to her, she was always ready to help in any way she could. Lots of ladies are mothers, but it

takes a special woman to be a “mama.” “Our mama has gone to be with her heavenly Father, but she will always be in our hearts

and minds,” said a family member. She is survived by her 5 children, Jerry (Norene) Bennett, of Valdosta, Darcile Teston, of

Jacksonville, FL, and Jackie (Margaret) Bennett, Duane Bennett and Stuart Bennett, all of Blackshear; 17 grandchildren; 29

great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Georgia Roberson, of Middleburg, FL; a brother, Pete (Connie)

Roberts, of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Sunday in the Pearson-Dial

Chapel. Interment will be in the Alabaha Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 811 Beacon St.,

Waycross, GA 31501.

PROPES, Mary Estelle Jewell Propes


HOMERVILLE — Mary Estelle Jewell Propes, age 60, passed away Friday (March 13, 2015) at the Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL,

following an extended illness. She was born March 9, 1955, in Homerville, to the late Levi Jewell and Mary Beckham Jewell. She

attended University Boulevard Church of God and was a homemaker. Survivors are her husband, David Propes, of Waycross; two

daughters and sons-in-law, Elizabeth and Christopher Brazeale and Shirley and Billy Nettles, all of Waycross; two sons and a

daughter-in-law, David and Theresa Jewell and Ronnie Propes, all of Waycross; one sister and brother-in-law, Willie Nell and

Ricky Martin, of Waycross; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Barbara Jewell, Jack and Doreen Jewell, all of

DuPont, and Preston Jewell, of Waycross; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and other

relatives. The funeral will be Monday at University Boulevard Church of God. Interment will be in the Camp Branch Providence

Cemetery in Manor. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PROSSER, John J. Prosser

(Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 2, 1913)

An event occurred Sunday evening about 6 o’clock, which caused deep sorrow over the community when Mr. John J. Prosser

passed away at his home, about two miles west of Pinetta. He suffered only a brief illness, having been stricken on Saturday

evening preceding his death. While the death of this estimable man is extremely sad, it can be accepted as consolation to know

that he had only a few days previously expressed his willingness to go, seeming to realize that his say on earth must be nearing

an end. The deceased had attained the advanced age of 74 years, which time has been spent largely in this county, and

principally in this immediate community, where his noble character, pure life, and honorable dealings with his fellow-man had won

for him confidence and esteem which such a life merits, When a young man he had enlisted in the war between the states and

served through the four years struggle without receiving and severe physical wounds, though he was in some of the most

important battles, one of which was when he lined up with the boys in gray at Gettysburg. In the meridian of life he was happily

converted to God and united with the Methodist Church. He leaves to mourn his loss, a devoted wife, four sons and one

daughter, viz; S. T. and J. A. Prosser of Quitman, GA; J. C. Prosser of Jacksonville, and C. T. and Miss Nita Prosser at home. The

remains were laid to rest in Mt. Horeb Cemetery in the presence of the entire grief-stricken family and a large circle of

sympathizing friends.

PROTSMAN, Leone Nutter Weisenborn Protsman

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida September 22, 2012)

Leone Nutter Weisenborn Protsman passed away on Monday, September 17, 2012, at the age of 96. She was living in

Thomasville, Georgia, and was a resident of Camelia Gardens. Leone was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on March 31, 1916, but had lived

in Florida and Georgia for the past several decades. She is survived by her sons, David and his wife Janet of Athens, GA and

Steve and his wife Wilma, of Thomasville; 4 grandchildren: Lori Fyffe of Augusta, GA; Steve Weisenborn II of Thomasville;

Mike Weisenborn of Watkinsville, Georgia; and Beth Anne Brooks of Marietta, Georgia; and their families. There are 9 great-

grandchildren. Leone is also survived by her sister, Wilma Raye Schiering of Beavercreek, OH, and by numerous nieces and

nephews and their families. Her first husband, Carl Weisenborn, passed away in 1960 and her brother, E. J. Nutter from Xenia,

OH, also predeceased her. After graduating from Hamilton High School in Hamilton, OH, Leone received her RN degree and

worked as a private duty nurse, a hospital nurse, and then as the school nurse at Fairfield, OH, High School. She moved to

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Madison, Florida, and became the Director of the Student Union and College Nurse at North Florida Junior College in 1962,

where she remained until the early 1970s. She returned to college and graduated from Ashland College in Ashland, OH, in 1972,

earning a B.A. in Sociology. She was married to Norman Protsman from 1969 until his death in 2009. They resided in Live Oak

for most of their marriage. They traveled widely, were active in their church and in the community, supported the Advent

Christian Village in Dowling Park and the Florida Sheriff’s Boys’ Ranch. Leone was also a member of the DAR, and a past member

of the Live Oak Women’s Club. They both supported North Florida Community College, and donated the Norman O. and Leone N.

Protsman Bell Tower to the campus in 1992. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Florida

Sheriff’s Boys’ Ranch, P.O. Box 2000, Live Oak. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Daniels Funeral Homes in Live Oak,

with the service planned for 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 22nd at Daniels Memorial Chapel followed by burial at the Live

Oak Cemetery.

PROUDMAN, Gloria Jean Proudman


Gloria Jean Proudman, age 67, passed away August 7, 2015 in Perry, at her home surrounded by her family. Gloria was born

November 13, 1947 in Reading, PA to Merrill Leroy Schaeffer and Helen (Weiler) Schaeffer. Gloria retired from the State of

Florida with over 20 years as a Management Consultant. Mrs. Proudman was of the Christian faith. Gloria was preceded in death

by her father Merrill Leroy Schaeffer and her husband Gordy Proudman. Mrs. Proudman is survived by her; children Shelly A.

(Chad) Frost and Shawn (Joy) Proudman both of Perry; her mother Helen Schaeffer of Douglasville, PA; her sister Linda

Guadagno of Pottstown, PA; her grandchildren Joshua Lundy, Caitlin Proudman, Ethan Proudman, Lane Frost, and Laurel Frost,

and one niece and one nephew. A Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, August 8, 2015 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

Private interment services will follow at a later date in Pineview Memorial Cemetery. Those who wish can make donations to Big

Bend Hospice in Mrs. Gloria's memory.

PROULX, Jesika MaKayla Proulx


Jesika MaKayla Proulx, 19, died Saturday (Nov. 16, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System at Waycross from complications of

recent open-heart surgery. She was a native of Waycross but grew up in Lakeland before making her home in Pierce County for

the past three years. She was a 2012 graduate of Pierce County High School and had attended Okefenokee Technical College.

She was preceded in death by maternal grandfathers, Cleve Herrin and Ronnie Watkins, paternal grandfather, James Mathis,

her paternal great-grandmother, Lela Bryars, and an aunt, Teresa Michelle Crawford. Survivors include her son, Dagen Joyce, of

Blackshear; her mother, Lisa Watkins Proulx, of Blackshear; her father, Bradley Proulx, of Naylor; 3 brothers, Gerald

(Stephanie) Proulx, of Blackshear, Derik (Blake) Proulx, of Waycross, and Michael Dustan Dickson, of Blackshear; her maternal

grandmother, Dianne Herrin, of Blackshear; her paternal grandmother, Rita Mathis, of Lakeland; her paternal grandfather,

Gerald Proulx, of Tupelo, MS; one nephew; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. A memorial service will be

Wednesday at Waresboro Church of God. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to help with funeral

expenses. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PROVAN, Martha Lou Bell Provan

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Dec 26th, 2011)

Martha Lou Bell Provan, 74, died Saturday, December 24, 2011, at Lake Park of Madison. Graveside funeral services will be

Tuesday, December 27, at 11 a.m. at Midway Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, December 26, 2011, from 5-7 p.m. at

Beggs Funeral Home. She was born in Madison, where she lived all her life. She was survived by one daughter, Libby Headley;

two sisters, Carol Harrington (Jerry) of Valdosta, Ga., and Marie McNicol (Doug) of Lee; a sister-in-law, Carlene Bell; one

grandson, Nathan Bearden; and several nieces and nephews. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PROVAU, George Provau


Mr. George Provau passed away April 15th at the home of his son Mr. L. G. Provau of Lee, after a five weeks’ illness of pneumonia.

He leaves four sons and four daughters, twenty-eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren, two brothers and many

other relatives and friends. He was laid too rest April 16th at Lee.

PROVAU, Luke G. Provau


Luke G. Provau, age 68, of Lee, died Friday, July 10 in the Veteran’s Hospital in Lake City after an extended illness. He was a

native of Echols County, GA and had been living in Lee since 1925. He was a Veteran of World War I. Survivors are his wife,


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Mrs. Cherry Sealey Provau, of Lee; three brothers, Willie Provau, of Leesburg; Henry Provau, of Perry; and Joe Provau, of Lee;

three sisters; Mrs. Lamar Sealey, of Lee; Mrs. Susan Deloach, of Statesville, GA; and Mrs. Hubbard Culpepper, of Cecil, GA.

Services were held Sunday at the Assembly of God Church, Lee with interment in Stonewall Cemetery.

PRUDEN, John Stephen Pruden


John "Jack" Stephen Pruden, age 85, of Valdosta, GA passed away Saturday, April 19, 2014 at South Georgia Medical Center.

He was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Knox Phares & Stella Kenny Pruden. He worked as an Information Analyst with the

United States Government. He was a member of the Theater Guild of Valdosta, GA. He is preceded in death by his wife:

Marjorie Pruden; brothers, James Pruden and Jeremy Pruden; and sister, Jean Lohrey. Survivors include 2 sons & daughter-in-

law: Stephen T. (Jenn) Pruden of Tallahassee, FL; Jon (Mary) Pruden of St. Petersburg, FL; 1 son: James Pruden of Wichita, KS;

1 daughter & son-in-law: Ruth (Thomas) Mason of East Aurora, NY; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous

nieces and nephews. As per his wishes he will be cremated and a memorial services will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2014 in

Christ the King Episcopal Church. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Pruden family.

PRUET, Alicia Sams Pruet

PRUET, Charles Clinton Pruet


Charles Clinton Pruet, age 84, and his wife, Alicia Sams Pruet, age 83, died Jan. 13, 2014 as a result of a traffic accident.

Charles was born Jan. 20, 1929 in Americus. After moving to Waycross in 1945, he attended and graduated from Waycross High

School where he met, fell in love with and married Alicia. Charles was a U.S. Army veteran. He received a master’s degree from

the University of Georgia, and was tax administrator for Westinghouse Electric Defense Center, Baltimore, MD. He was

director, state and local government relations from 1972 until his retirement in 1987. He was a Mason, as well as a Shriner. He

was preceded in death by his parents, Malvin Hiram Pruet and Essie Holloway Pruet, and brother, George Francis “Frank” Pruet.

Alicia was born Sept. 15, 1930 in Lakeland, FL. She was the daughter of Colonel Thomas Eason Sams and Susan Lott Sharpe, who

preceded her in death. A graduate of Waycross High School, she received her bachelor degree in English from Brenau

University. Before becoming a full-time homemaker, she taught school. She was active in the Plant City Garden Club and was a

National Flower Show judge. Alicia and Charles were both certified Master Gardeners. Alicia and Charles retired to Plant City,

FL in 1987 where they continued to remain active in their community and church. For more than 13 years, Charlie and Alicia had

been active volunteers in the Meals-on-Wheels program. Alicia tutored students at the Bread of Life Mission for many years.

She was active with the prayer groups and Bible study activities at her church. She and Charlie were active members of Plant

City Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Survivors include a son, Tom S. Pruet, of Carrollwood, FL; daughters, Susan D. Pruet, of

Plant City, FL, and Maybian P. (Dr. Michael) Gloth, of Naples, FL; a sister, Gayle P. Everett, of Waycross; Mary Winn Pruet,

sister-in-law, of Waycross; and grandchildren, Thomas Charles, Emily Kathleen and Lauren Deanna Pruet, Alicia Danielly Pruet,

Anna Marissa, Mary-Kate, Jane Miriam and Molly Julianne Gloth; numerous nieces and nephews; and Yessica Chavez. They were

predeceased by their parents and a son, Charles Clinton Pruet Jr. A celebration of life memorial service will be held in Waycross

Saturday at First Baptist Church, Herrin Chapel.

PRUET, Charles C. Pruet


Charles C. “Charlie” Pruet, age 52, of Hull, GA, died Saturday (May 7, 2016) at Athens Regional Health Systems. He was born in

Waycross to George Frank Pruet and Mary Winn Harley Pruet. He was a 1982 graduate of Waycross High School and a proud

member of the Bulldogs 1981 State Championship Football Team. After high school he attended the University of Georgia and

has lived in the Athens area since. He first worked for Geo Hydro Construction Company where he was sent to Baxley to do

much of the leveling work for Georgia Power’s Plant Hatch. Most recently he was a laboratory technician for Novavive

Pharmaceuticals, an animal pharmaceutical testing lab. In Athens, he was the drummer for the popular band Allgood. When he

wasn’t playing in the band or working, he loved grilling and fishing. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of

Waycross. He was preceded in death by his father, G. Frank Pruet, and his sister, Louise Pruet. He is survived by his mother,

Mary Winn Pruet of Waycross; 1 sister, Peggy (Sam) Stovall of Waycross; 1 brother, Frank (Eric) Pruet of Atlanta; 1 niece, Amy

Barrington (Brent) Bryant of Cordele; 1 nephew, Bo (Angelyn) Barrington of Vero Beach, FL; 1 uncle, Jim (Ann) Harley of

Waycross; 3 aunts, Gayle Everett of Waycross, Louise (Fred) Liedke of Northford, CT, Lisa Durrence of Waycross; and

numerous other relatives. A memorial service will be Tuesday at Miles-Odum Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial

contributions may be made to the Okefenokee Humane Society, 1501 Blackwell St., Waycross, GA 31501, or to First United

Methodist Church, 410 Williams St., Waycross, GA 31501.

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PRUITT, Franziska Marie Pruitt


Franziska Marie Pruitt, 81, died Friday, March 1, 2013 at Lafayette Health Care in Mayo. Fran was born November 10, 1931 in

Augsburg, Germany, to Georg and Franziska (Huber) Steib. Fran resided in Germany until 1966 when she moved to the United

States. She was married to Leland Pruitt for 32 years. Fran was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church. She was a homemaker

who loved gardening, cooking, and tending to her chickens. Mrs. Pruitt was preceded in death by her husband Leland Pruitt. She

is survived by 2 sons: Merritt (Elaine) Pruitt; and Brett Pruitt; 1 granddaughter, Amy (Lucas) Bethea; 1 great-grandson, Beau

Bethea; 1 sister: Hedwig Keilwerth; 2 brothers: Fritz Ludwig Steib, along with a host of nieces and nephews, who all reside in

Germany. Services will be held at 11:00 on Monday, March 4, 2013 at Lakeside Baptist Church in Perry. Interment will follow in

Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

PRUITT, Lonnie Marsh Pruitt


Mr. Lonnie Marsh Pruitt of Douglas, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at The Hock Family Pavilion in

Durham, NC. Lonnie was born on October 11, 1962 in Oxford, NC to Walter E. and Helen Pruitt, Lonnie graduated from JF Webb

High School where he was nominated as a Morehead Scholar to UNC-Chapel Hill, majoring in Philosophy. Lonnie’s summers were

spent in Douglas, learning the Tobacco Warehouse industry from his Dad. Growing to love this part of the country, he settled

down there, married and raised his family. Lonnie owned a successful landscaping company in Douglas for many years and was

heralded in South Georgia as a masterful landscape designer. His creations thrive today as many people sit on their front

porches and decks “soaking up the scenery” that he carefully created and implemented. Lonnie was a friend to all that crossed

his path. Sought out for advice, a shoulder to cry on, a candid conversation, many true friendships were forged. He loved his

children from the bottom of his heart. The University of North Carolina TarHeels, especially the basketball team, gave him

great moments of joy and angst, especially this year as they won the National Championship. He enjoyed telling them what they

were doing wrong and rejoicing in what they did well. He loved to make people smile when they saw a completed landscaping job

for the first time that he created. He loved playing Jeopardy. He loved singing out loud in church to the Praise Music that

meant so much to him, and he loved his Lord, who gave him strength when he needed it most. On Thanksgiving night in 2013,

waiting on a double lung transplant, Lonnie received the call that a special young man had passed away, leaving a healthy set of

lungs that were a match for him. Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, performed a successful transplant the next day, giving Lonnie

four more love and life- filled years. He never forgot the fact that a young man was willing to sacrifice so much and vowed to

always promote organ donation. On subsequent trips to the Mayo Clinic for check-ups, he volunteered at an organ transplant

information table, urging people to consider becoming organ donors. Lonnie is survived by his two children, Abby Danielle Pruitt

and Eric Mason Pruitt and their Mom, Maria; two sisters, Cece Denny of Raleigh and Pam (Jeff) Sherman of Richmond, VA; and a

brother, Ronald (Ann) Pruitt of Nashville, TN; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. A

Celebration of Life will be held for Lonnie on Saturday June 24, 2017, at Covenant Church in Douglas, GA. Burial will be in the

Douglas City Cemetery. Lonnie’s wish was for memorial donations to be made to the United Network for Organ Sharing, 700

North Fourth Street, Richmond, VA 23219. Even better, please consider becoming an organ donor. Every ten minutes someone is

added to the national transplant waiting list. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PRUITT, Yvette Ann Daoust Pruitt


Yvette Ann Pruitt, 45, died suddenly Monday night (July 30, 2012) at Lexington Medical Center in Lexington, NC. She was a

native of Patuxent River, MD, and lived most of her young life in Jacksonville, FL. She made her home in Lexington for the past

18 years. She was preceded in death by her father, Louis F. Daoust. She was a medical lab technician with Solstas Lab Partners

in High Point, NC, and was of the Christian faith. She was a loving, caring and devoted wife, mother, daughter and sister.

Survivors include her husband of 24 years, Mike Pruitt, of Lexington, NC; a daughter, Dayna Pruitt, of Lexington, NC; two sons,

Michael Daoust (April), of Waycross, and Dustin Pruitt, of Lexington, NC; two grandchildren, Hope Lynn and Khloe Daoust, both

of Waycross; a grandchild that is scheduled to be born any day no; her mother, Oveida Daoust, of Hoboken; three sisters,

Susette Andrews (Don), of Summerfield, NC, Annette Crews (Buck), of Raybon, and Tootie Lee (Gordon), of Hoboken; her

mother-in-law, Caroline McCarthty, of Thomasville N.C.; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.Funeral

arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Music Funeral Home. Music Funeral Home is in charge of

arrangements.

PRUNER, Amelia Sanchez Pruner


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Amelia Sanchez Pruner, age 77, of Valdosta, GA passed away Saturday, January 13, 2018 at the Langdale Hospice House. She

was born on April 20, 1940 in Kyle, TX to the late Zacarias & Cipriana (Perales) Sanchez. She was a member of the St. John

Catholic Church. Amy retired from Moody AFB Georgia with more than 35 years of faithful Federal Civil Service. Amy loved

plants, flowers and trees. She enjoyed fishing and outdoor activities. She was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and movies with

lots of buttered popcorn. Her favorite place to go was the flea market. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by

four brothers, Eloy Sanchez, Victor Sanchez, Crescencio Sanchez & Anastacio Sanchez, sisters: Soledad Welder, Juana Porfirio

& Felicitas Morales. Survivors include her husband of 46 years: Bobby J. Pruner of Valdosta, GA; sons & daughters-in-law:

George W. & Lisa Pruner of Ellijay, GA, Michael P. & Kim Pruner of Triangle, VA; grandchildren: Jordan Pruner of Seoul, South

Korea, Logan Pruner of Grovetown of GA, Dana Pruner of Marietta, GA; great grandson: Ethan Hurt of Grovetown, GA; sisters:

Candelaria Guerra of Laredo, TX; Basilisa Amador of Austin, TX, Guillermina Lane of Lakehills, TX, Ciprianite Powel of Jamul, CA

and Anita Villarreal of Lakehills, TX. A funeral mass will be Thursday, January 18, 2018 in the St. John the Evangelist Catholic

Church. The Pruner Family is being cared for by the compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, GA.

PRYOR, Annie Lee Dorothy Pryor


Annie Lee Dorothy Pryor died Sunday November 8th 1970 at Winter Park, FL. She was born in Madison County but had lived in

Winter Park for sixteen years. She is survived by her husband, David Pryor of Winter Park; one son, David Dewayne Pryor with

the U. S. Army; one daughter, Miss Lannie Jewel Pryor at Fisk University in Nashville, TN; four brothers, Early Flemings and

Lonnie Flemings, both of Miami, FL; Henry Flemings of Tampa, FL; and Everett Flemings of Tallahassee, FL; three sisters, Mrs.

Eloise Siplin of Tampa; Mrs. Clyme V. Wright of Madison, FL; Mrs. Lucile Brown of St. Petersburg, FL; two sisters-in-law, two

brothers-in-law; her mother and father-in-law; two aunts; six nieces, thirteen nephews; a god daughter; and a host of other

relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday November 15th at Damascus Baptist Church with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Tillman and Wright Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

PRYOR, Emma Hinton Pryor

(Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier 23 February 2011)

Mrs. Emma Hinton Pryor arrived into the arms of her Master and Savior on February 16, 2011, with smiles of joy and happiness.

Born to parents Reverend Augustus and Mrs. Lugenia Hinton on February 12, 1924, Mrs. Pryor grew up in the Hickory Grove

Community in an adorable Christian family and was converted as a Christian at Mt. Hope Baptist Church. She later joined Mt.

Zion AME Church, Cherry Lake, to worship with her spouse, Mr. Ernest Pryor, Sr. Celebration Services to her eternal life will

be Saturday February 26, 2011 at Mt. Zion AME Church, Cherry Lake. Mrs. Emma Hinton Pryor was married to her childhood

playmate, Mr. Ernest Pryor, Sr., on August 14, 1943. With God’s rich blessings, the two celebrated their golden 50th

anniversary on August 14, 1993. Her gentleness and kindness were appreciated so highly by her family, friends and everyone she

met. Mrs. Pryor enjoyed playing the organ, serenading her family and friends with her favorite hymns. Other enjoyable, relaxing

hobbies were sewing and quilting with her sisters and friends and growing her roses and colorful flowers. Mrs. Pryor leaves to

cherish treasures of happy and joyful memories to her devoted and loyal husband of 67 years, Ernest Pryor, Sr., 2 sons, Ernest

(Martha) Pryor II of Monticello, and Lewis W. Pryor of Tallahassee; 4 adorable and loyal daughters, Mrs. Leatha Franklin of

Augusta, GA, Mrs. Emma L. Brooks, Ms. Erna Pryor and Ms. Theda Pryor, of Pinetta; 1 brother-in-law, Mr. Sylvester ( Ida) Pryor,

Sr., of Orlando; 9 adorable grandchildren; 9 darling great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; and many loyal and faithful

nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Pryor was predeceased by her parents, Reverend and Mrs. Augustus Hinton; three brothers;

and four adorable sisters. Ganzy Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PRYOR, Idella Pryor


Mrs. Idella Pryor, passed away April 5, 1964 in the Madison hospital. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Frances

Thompkins and widow of the late Joe Pryor. She is survived by five children, two daughters Mrs. Fannie Murphy and Mrs. Viola

Woods, both of Madison; and three sons, Randall Pryor and Cary Pryor, both of Madison and Charlie Pryor of Lakeland, FL;

twenty-eight grandchildren; sixty-two great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren; three sisters and three son-in-

laws and a host of other relatives. Funeral services will be held Sunday at Mt. Zion AME Church No. 2 with burial in the church

cemetery. Tillman-James Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PRYOR, Margaret Ann Pryor

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 2 December 2018)

Margaret Ann Pryor departed this life Wednesday, November 28, 2018. A funeral will be Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Mt

Zion Church, 407 NE Mt Zion Church Ave., Cherry Lake, FL. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home and

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Crematory. Blessed are those who knew Sis. Margaret Ann Pryor, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and child of God. Margaret

Ann Pryor, affectionately nicknamed “Candy” by her grandparents, was born August 16, 1957 in Madison County. The daughter of

the late Louis Pryor Sr. and Margie Murphy Pryor was converted at an early age and was a devoted member of Mt. Zion-Cherry

Lake, Cherry Lake, FL. Like her mother, Margaret served on the usher board and was a class leader. She enjoyed contributing

her time and cooking, for the church and those in need. Blessed are they that serve others. She leaves to mourn five sisters,

Barbara Hart (Bennie) of Copperas Cove, TX; Debra Booker (Gary Sr.) of Pinetta, FL; Mary Ford of Pinetta, FL; Phyllis Peacock

(Joseph) of Columbus, GA and Kelley Lynn-Pryor of Okinawa, Japan; five brothers, Louis L. Pryor (Lorene), Tony M. Pryor (Mary),

Kevin L. Pryor (Mamie), Benjamin D. Pryor, Dr. Felix C. Pryor of Pinetta, FL and Michael Pryor (Sandra) of Ocala, FL; eleven

nephews and nieces, Broderick Pryor, Jennifer Pryor, Christopher Hart, Andy Ford, Gary Booker Jr., Justin Ford, Tony Pryor

Jr., Kevin Pryor Jr., Janavia Lynn Peacock, Terry Pryor and Joey Peacock; two surviving aunts, Ruthie Flowers of Madison, FL

and Dorothy Strozier of Arizona and uncles Bennie Murphy Jr. and Charlie Murphy of Madison, FL. Also left to grieve are a host

of great-nephews, great-nieces and cousins.

PRYOR, Wilton Lewis Pryor


Wilton Lewis Pryor, age 70, of Madison, FL passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 11,

2018 at Mt. Zion AME Church, Cherry Lake, Florida with burial in the church cemetery. Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello, FL is

entrusted with the arrangements. A U.S. Navy veteran, Mr. Pryor retired from Roadway Trucking Co. Survivors include his

daughter, Valerie Pryor; father, Ernest Pryor, Sr.; brother, Ernest (Martha) Pryor, Jr.; sisters, Leatha Franklin, Emma and Erna

Brooks and Theda Pryor; former wife and mother of his daughter, Inez Miller Pryor; and numerous other relatives and friends.

He was predeceased by his mother, Emma Hinton Pryor.

PUCKETT, Judith Marlene Puckett


Judith Marlene Puckett, age 86, went home to her heavenly father on November 23, 2018 at Palmetto Health Richland Hospital.

She was born on April 14, 1932 in Lakeland, GA to the late Iril and Evelyn Wetherington. Judy was a very loving and caring

person. She loved all things that God made. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Valdosta, GA for more

than 60 years. She was a busy lady her entire life. She was a dental assistant, a hotel manager in Daytona Beach and Valdosta,

GA, and a patient representative at the information desk at SGMC for many years. She volunteered as a pink lady for more than

30 years, she was an artist, an avid animal supporter and served as librarian for her church. She welcomed all in her home and

her heart. She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband Jack Heywood Puckett, as well as her daughter

Cheri Lynn Wilder- Puckett. She is survived by her cousins Raney White of Hahira, GA and Sandra Connell of Stockton, GA., her

son Glenn H. Puckett (Tracy) of South Carolina, five grandchildren: Justin G. Puckett (Alina), Jonathan H. Puckett (Amber),

Jeremy T. Shaffer (Jen), Victoria R. Kent and Summer E. Kent (John), and six great grandchildren Caroline, Amelia, Robert,

Thomas, Emerson and soon to arrive Jace. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 28, 2018 in the Valdosta Chapel of

Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to: Valdosta / Lowndes County

Humane Society, HumansocietyofValdosta.org, 3017,1740 Gordon St, Valdosta, GA 31601; First United Methodist Church, 220

N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA 31601.

PUCKETT, Tricia Ann Puckett

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/04/tricia-ann-puckett/)

Tricia Ann Puckett, age 55, of Valdosta died on Sunday, March 31, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on

February 24, 1964 to the late John Jr., and Marion Bolen and had been a lifelong resident of Valdosta. Tricia enjoyed her

profession as a cosmetologist and worked in that field for over 25 years. Her daughter and her grandchildren were her world

and she loved spending time with them and all of her family. She also loved to go camping, but most of all she loved her

Lord. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Morgan and Ricky O’Connor, Jr., of Hahira; her three grandchildren,

Kinley, Karleigh and Ricky III O’Connor all of Hahira; two sisters-in-law, Sandy Puckett of Valdosta, and Karen Puckett Suttles

of Douglas; and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimbo Puckett and her brother, Jack Bolen. Services

for Tricia Ann Puckett will be at the Carson McLane Funeral Home. The burial will follow in the Sunset Hill Cemetery.

PUGH, Cora Lee Pugh


Mrs. Cora Lee Pugh was born March 10, 1942, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Emmett and Elizabeth James. During her

childhood years, Cora attended Pinevale High School and graduated in 1959. She continued her education at Valdosta Tech in

the Nursing Program. A few years later, Cora met the love of her life Mr. Willie Frank Pugh. He realized she was the only one

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for him and asked her to marry him. On August 27, 1966, the two became one and remained married until his death in May 2002.

She was a loving and virtuous woman who touched the lives of many from far and near. Her hands of generosity were always

stretched forth blessing those in need. She believed in hard work and did so by running a successful business for over 30 years

with her husband, Mr. Willie Frank Pugh. Together, they were great business leaders in the community. Commitment and

Faithfulness were other strong traits she possessed and her family and friends could always count on her being there for them.

Although Cora was a petite woman, she was feisty and would tackle any situation head on. With love, she knew what to say. She

was the patriarch of her family as well as the family historian. If anyone in the family had a question and needed an answer

regarding their ancestral roots, she was the one they went to. Cora was so many things to her family. She encouraged them to

do well and be the best they could be. She provided financial support to several students and sent them to college. She was a

counselor to the children, young adults, and married couples, and friends. If you needed advice or was having a problem, Mrs.

Pugh was the one to talk to. Serving her community was not beyond her reach, she was a former member of the American Legion

Post 503 and the AMVETS Post 607 Auxiliaries. Her greatest love and service was for her local church. Cora was a faithful

member of Morning Star Baptist Church and was a member of the Circle #2 Auxiliary. Oh how she loved her church family and

pastor. She loved the Lord and devoted herself to reading and studying the Word. Of God. Her favorite scripture reading was

Psalm 27 and it was what she lived by daily. On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, Mrs. Cora Lee Pugh was called to a place of eternal rest.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband: Willie Frank Pugh; and her grandparents: James Williams,

Sarah Williams, Emmett James, Sr., Isabella James, and one son-in-law: George Waters, Jr. Mrs. Pugh leaves cherished

memories and a lasting legacy to her children: Sharron Love (Benjamin), Lori Waters, Bridgett Roe (Lynn) and Andre Wigs

(Tina); nine grandchildren: Justin, Jennifer, George, Brian, Brittney, Brandi, Bryan, TiAndra, and Jazzmine five sisters: Juanita

Capers, Luella Pierce (Clifford), Queen Williams (Alex) Helen Parnell (Robert) and Ora James Williams (Keith); one aunt: Sarah

Rayam ; and host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside Services for the late Cora Lee Pugh, will be at Lake Park Cemetery,

Lake Park, GA.

PULLEN, Charles Eugene Pullen, Jr.


Charles Eugene (C.E.) Pullen, Jr., a native of Thomas County, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. He was born on March 1,

1922 to Charles Eugene (Gene) Pullen, Sr. and Lula Moncrief Reichert. He is survived by his wife - Joann Duncan Pullen; children

- Linda Pullen Napoleone (Jack), Margaret Pullen Collins (Steve), Ernest Pullen (Melanie); sister - Marge Pullen Ridolfi;

grandchildren - Nathan Jones (Lisette), Meghan Pullen Wilson (Lance), Savannah Pullen Tucker (Jordan), Blake Pullen (Dawnalee),

Amelia Pullen Tillman (Alex), stepchildren – Cindy Welch (Walter), Deborah Hutchinson, Joey Cordell, grandchildren – Amy

Meissner (Aaron), Jill Dunham, Jodie Vick (Jamie), Jennifer Bell, Amber Hutchinson, Wesley Hutchinson (Taylor); numerous

great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and cousins. C.E.’s father, was a sculptor with works on display at Pebble Hill

Plantation and The Little White House in Warm Springs. His mother was a gifted musician. He inherited the talents of both

parents. Pullen was recognized for his music, artistry and the iconic black eye patch he wore. As a teenager, he lost his right

eye to a failed prank that left him unable to complete high school or enlist for service in World War II. As a member of the

Civil Service, he became an apprentice Tool and Die Maker at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, FL. Never regarding himself as

handicapped by the loss of his eye, he rose to the top of his profession. In the 50s and 60s, he worked for Perkin Elmer

Corporation and was named as the company’s number one Senior Model Maker working on projects for MIT and NASA. At the

age of seven, he began a part-time musical career as a banjo player and went on to perform with many of the Grand Ole Opry

greats. Pullen designed and built his own one-of-a-kind banjo. In 2001 he was a featured Georgian in Oglethorpe’s Dream,

published by the Georgia Department of Industry, Trade, and Tourism and in 2017 inducted into the Georgia Country Music Hall

of Fame. He returned to Thomas County in the 1970s, working at Pebble Hill Plantation and Carbide Products. He is a Past

Master Mason and has been a member of the Thomasville Lodge since 1947. He loved people and often when introducing

someone began with: “This is one of my favorite people”. He especially loved his wife, family, and First Newark Baptist Church,

where he was a faithful member. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to First Newark Baptist Church, 225

Russell Road, Thomasville, GA 31792 or to: Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Pointe Drive, Tampa, FL 33607

PULLEN, Joann Duncan Pullen

(Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 25 November 2020)

Joann Duncan Pullen, age 78, of Boston, GA, passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at her residence with family by

her side. Graveside Services will be at Boston City Cemetery. Mrs. Pullen was born on February 3, 1942 to the late Vann Alvis

Duncan & Marybel Ring Duncan in Boston, GA. She married Charles Pullen, who preceded her in death on April 7, 2020. She was a

member of First Newark Baptist Church. She was a graduate of Boston High School and retired as a Purchasing Assistant from

Hurst Boiler. She will be truly missed by all who loved her. Survivors include: her children, Cindy Dunham Welch (Walter),

Deborah Dunham Hutchinson and Joey Eugene Cordell all of Boston, GA, stepchildren, Gregory Michael Dunham (Bea) of

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Stockton, CA, Jack Mark Dunham of Thomasville, GA, Linda Napoleone (Jack) of Boston, GA, Margaret Collins (Steve) of

Snellville, GA and Ernest Pullen (Melanie) of Jasper, GA, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and siblings, Anita

Rehberg, Gene Duncan (Judy), and Cheri Dunham.

PULLIAM, Dale Davenport Pulliam


Dale Davenport Pulliam, age 72, passed away July 29, 2019 in Madison, FL. Dale was born May 20, 1947 in Madison, FL to LeRoy

and Frances Louise Pulliam (Webb). He honorably served our country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War in

Brindisi, Italy for 2 years and then was transferred to the National Security Agency in Maryland. Dale was of the Baptist faith

and he was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church where he led numerous Bible Studies over the years. Dale worked with the

United States Postal Service for 34 years and was a Postmaster in Jasper, FL. He was an avid Bible reader and loved Jewish

history. He enjoyed spending time with his son on the farm driving the tractor and mowing grass. Dale was preceded in death by

his parents LeRoy and Frances Louise Pulliam (Webb), his beloved stepfather L. L. Sanders, and grandparents. Dale is survived

by his wife of 51 years Mary Pulliam (Wainwright); children Steve Pulliam (Cheryl) of Madison, Allyson Pike (Bill) of Seward,

Alaska; one brother Roy Pulliam (Nell) of Alachua, one sister Barbara Seago of Madison; grandchildren Brittany Gardner

(Jeremy), Brandon McCray (Beka), Tiffany Pulliam, William Pike (Hannah), Sheridan Pike, 8 great-grandchildren; as a well as a

host of nieces and nephews. Celebration of Life services will be at Fellowship Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donations may

be made to Fellowship Baptist Church Mission Fund, 1997 NE Colin Kelly Highway Madison, FL 32340 or The Gideon’s

International Madison Camp, PO Box 35, Lee, FL 32059. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of

Madison.

PULLIAM, James Alexander Pulliam


James Alexander Pulliam, seventeen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Pulliam, of Hanson died early Friday morning at the family

home, after an illness which began about a year ago, and became acute two and one half months ago. He was born January 1,

1929. He was a student at the Pinetta School until four years ago, when because of failing eyesight he transferred to the D.

and B. School at St. Augustine. Survivors, besides his parents, are one brother, Joe Smith Pulliam, Jr., of the U. S. Navy, and

one sister, Emma Jean, and a large number of other relatives and friends who are grieved at his early passing. Funeral services

were held at Hickory Grove with interment in the Hickory Grove Cemetery.

PULLIAM, James Walter Pulliam Jr.

(Abstracted from John Bullard 10 August 2020)

James “Jim” Walter Pulliam Jr., age 88, passed away on August 9, 2020 in Madison, FL. James was born March 17, 1932 in

Madison, FL to James and Mary Pulliam (Davenport). He honorably served our country in the United States Air Force and

retired after 21 years of service as a Master Sergeant. He served 6 years with The Presidential Air Wing and also in Guam for

many years. He was a member of Hanson United Methodist Church. James was a 32nd Degree Mason and a Shriner. He loved to

play the harmonica and fish in his spare time. He enjoyed meeting people and sharing stories. He was preceded in death by his

parents James Walter Pulliam Sr. and Mary Arrabelle Pulliam (Davenport) and all his siblings. James is survived by his wife of 63

years Laura Pulliam; his children Tracy Bowen (Ben), Chris Pulliam (Missy), John Clarence Pulliam; his grandchildren: Heather

Klein (Roy), Josh Pulliam (Chelsea), Michelle Pulliam; his great-grandchildren Amber Klein, Asher Pulliam, and Sutton Pulliam, as a

well as a host of nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be at Hanson United Methodist Cemetery. Due to the COVID-19

masks and social distancing are required. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Hanson United Methodist Church

Cemetery Fund or Big Bend Hospice. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Madison.

PULLIAM, Joe S. Pulliam, Sr.


Joe S. Pulliam, Sr., age 66, a lifelong resident of the Hanson section died Sunday September 20, en route to the local hospital,

after an illness at his home. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Marie Davenport Pulliam; one son, Joe Pulliam, Jr., of Daytona

Beach; one daughter, Mrs. John Boatwright, of Clyattville, GA; three grandchildren; one brother, Walter Pulliam, and the

sisters, Mrs. Nannie Mae Hudson; Mrs. Lizzie Hudson; and Mrs. Will Agner, all of Madison. Funeral services were held Tuesday

at the Hanson Methodist Church.

Elmer’s notes: The obituary does not state where he is buried but from the records posted on

http://elmersgenealogycorner.com we found a Joe S. Pulliam, born 25 June 1893 and died 20 September 1959. He is buried in

row 15 of the Hanson Methodist Church Cemetery.

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PULLIAM, Lee Pulliam

(Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/lee-pulliam/)

Lee Pulliam, age 91, of Valdosta died Sunday, March 24, 2019 at her home. She was born in Macon, GA on December 5, 1927 to

the late Emmett and Sankie Chiles Holder. Lee graduated from Tifton High School in 1944 and received her Bachelor of Arts

degree from Georgia State Woman’s College (now Valdosta State University) in 1948 with majors in English and Social Studies

and a minor in Speech. After teaching high school English and Theater in Eastman, Thomaston, and Tifton, she married Fred H.

Pulliam on July 19, 1959. They moved to Valdosta, where they raised three children together. She began teaching English and

Theater at Valdosta High School in 1971 and served as English Department Chair for ten years before retiring in 1992. Lee was

recognized as Teacher of the Year for Tift County in 1959, and in 1982 she was named Teacher of the Year for the Valdosta

City School System. In 1991, she was named STAR Teacher for Valdosta High School. Lee has been a member of First Baptist

Church since 1962, where she taught Sunday School to the preschoolers for many years, and has been teaching the senior adult

class for the last two decades. An avid reader, Lee enjoyed her memberships in Bookfellows at the South Georgia Regional

Library and in the Literary Guild of Valdosta, and in retirement she helped instill a love of literacy by reading each week to

second-graders at S. L. Mason Elementary School. In retirement, she participated in VSU’s Learning in Retirement programs,

and she traveled throughout the United States and Europe. Lately, she has enjoyed texting with her grandchildren. Lee is

survived by her children and their spouses, David and Kathy Pulliam of Salisbury, NC, Lynne Pulliam of Valdosta, Robert and

Christine Pulliam of Suwanee, GA; two grandchildren, Abigail Pulliam and Jackson Pulliam, both of Suwanee, GA; and many nieces,

nephews, and grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Pulliam, and two sisters, Sancil

Holder of Tifton and Mary Blackburn of Tallahassee, FL. Funeral services will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will

follow in Oakridge Cemetery in Tifton. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 200 W. Central

Ave, Valdosta, GA 31601 or to Friends of the Library, 2906 Julia Drive, Valdosta, GA 31602.

PULLIAM, Leroy Pulliam


Leroy Pulliam, age 34, died in a Thomasville, GA hospital Friday night after an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of

Madison County and was engaged in the well drilling business. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Louise Pulliam; two sons, Ray Pulliam

and Dale Pulliam, and one daughter, Barbara Pulliam; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Pulliam, all of Madison; two brothers,

James Pulliam, of the U. S. Air Force; and Wilbur Pulliam, of Valdosta; three sisters, Mrs. Wesley Downing, of Pinetta and Mrs.

James Dryden, of West Hollywood, FL. Funeral services were held Sunday in the Hanson Methodist Church with interment in

the church cemetery.

Elmer’s note: According to the burial records found on www.elmersgenealogycorner.com for Hanson Methodist Church Cemetery

Leroy Pulliam is buried in Row 10 in this cemetery. He was born 7 March 1922 and died 20 April 1956.

PULLIAM, Louise Harris Pulliam

(Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida April 10, 2013)

Louise Harris Pulliam, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 after a lengthy illness at Big Bend Hospice House in

Tallahassee, FL. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Unity Baptist Church in Hanson, FL with burial to follow in

Barbara Memorial Cemetery. She was born on June 13, 1922 in Lowndes County, GA but lived most of her life in Madison

County. She married Wilbur Pulliam Sr. in December of 1940 until his death in February 2011. She was preceded in death by her

parents Doc Lundy Harris and Bertie Harris, her brothers James Harris (Geneva) and Brinson Harris (Maxine), daughter-in-law

Evelyn Pulliam, and brother-in-law Mona D. Steward. She is survived by her son Wilbur Pulliam Jr., one grandson David Pulliam

both of Madison, her sister Lucile Steward of Clyattville, GA and one brother-in-law Jim (Laura) Pulliam of Madison, and

numerous extended family members. She was a Christian and a faithfully member of Unity Baptist Church. She regularly

attended services and helped out with events at church as long as she was physically able to do so. Though flowers will be

accepted, please feel free to make a donation to Unity Baptist Church, the church of your choice, Big Bend Hospice, or to

Gideon’s International instead. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PULLIAM, Mrs. Walter Pulliam


Mrs. Walter Pulliam, age 71, passed away Saturday in the local hospital following a brief illness. Mrs. Pulliam was the daughter of

the late Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Davenport. She also was a charter member of the Barbara Memorial Home Demonstration Club.

She is survived by her husband and two sons, Wilbur Pulliam, of Valdosta; and J. W. Pulliam, Jr., of the U. S. Air Force; three

daughters, Mrs. Beulah Downing, of Pinetta; Mrs. Geneva Harris, of Madison; and Mrs. Mary Dryden, of West Hollywood; fifteen

grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. W. C. Littleton, and Mrs. Eva Strickland, both of Madison; three brothers, Thomas S.

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Davenport, of Jacksonville; and E. J. Davenport and John A. Davenport, both of Miami and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Sunday in the Hanson Methodist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

PULLIAM, Wilbur Alexander Pulliam, Sr.

(Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Feb 21st, 2011)

Mr. Wilbur Alexander Pulliam, Sr., age 93, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2011, at his home after an extended illness. A

native of Madison County, he had lived in Valdosta, Ga., for a number of years, before moving back to Madison County in 1969.

He was manager of Handyman’s Building Supply for a number of years and a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. He

was a member of Unity Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Louise Harris Pulliam, of Madison; one son, Wilbur Pulliam, Jr.,

of Madison; one grandson, David Pulliam, of Madison; one sisters, Geneva Harris, of Madison; one brother, Jim Pulliam, and wife,

Laura, of Madison; one sister-in-law, Lucile Steward, of Clyattville, Ga. He was predeceased by two sisters, Beulah Downing and

Mary Dryden; two brothers, Leroy Pulliam and Grover Pulliam; and one daughter-in-law, Evelyn Rhodes Pulliam. Funeral services

were held Sunday at 3 p.m. at Unity Baptist Church. Visitation was held Sunday from 2-3 p.m. at the church. Burial followed at

Barbara Memorial Cemetery on Dusty Miller Road. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel, was in charge of arrangements.

PULLIAM, William C. Pulliam


William C. Pulliam, age 67, died in a Florida hospital Friday after an extended illness. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Ilah Hamilton

Pulliam, of Pinetta; four sons, Major Thomas P. Pulliam, U. S. Army, of Chicago, IL; W. C. Pulliam, Jr., of Canton, GA; Fred and

Curtis Pulliam, both of Pinetta; two daughters, Mrs. Wayne H. Smith, of DeFuniak Springs and Miss Doris F. Pulliam, of Pinetta;

two brothers, J. S. Pulliam, of Pinetta and J. W. Pulliam, of Madison; three sisters, Mrs. W. H. Hudson and Mrs. W. J. Agner,

both of Madison and Mrs. Lizzie Hudson, of Valdosta; and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday at Hickory

Grove Church with interment in the church cemetery.

PURCELL, Debbie Ann Purcell


Mrs. Debbie Ann Purcell, age 46, of Glennville, GA, passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2016, at her residence following an

extended illness. Mrs. Purcell was born on November 4, 1969, in Gainesville, FL to Jeffie Ann Corbitt Reliford Courson and the

late William Monroe Reliford. Survivors include: her husband, Hillis Purcell of Glennville, GA; 2 daughters, Kimberly (Clayton)

Graham of Glennville, GA and Christina (Steven Croker) Hancock of Cleveland, OH; 2 sons, Brian (Brooklyn Taylor) Graham of

Douglas, GA and Hayden Purcell of Glennville, GA; mother, Jeffie Ann Corbitt Courson of Douglas, GA; sister, Tina (David

Carver) Reliford of Douglas, GA; four brothers, Benjamin Monroe Reliford of Douglas, GA, James William (Lynn) Reliford,

William Reliford, and Thomas William Reliford all three of Fitzgerald, GA; nine grandchildren, Camden Anderson, Kason Graham,

Kinnley Graham, Case Graham all of Douglas, GA, Hunter Baxter of Florida, Emily Reliford, Kolbey Hancock, Jase Hancock, and

Jaxsin Hancock all of Cleveland, OH; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. She was preceded in the by her

daughter, Kasey Graham her father, William Monroe Reliford; and stepfather, Ray Courson. Funeral services were Saturday,

November 5, 2016, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Live Oak Church Cemetery.

PURCELL, Joe Benton Purcell


Joe Benton Purcell, age 61, of Blackshear, passed away Friday (Feb. 3, 2018) at the Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross after

an extended illness. He was born in Daytona, FL, April 14, 1956 to the late Joe Brown Purcell and Mary Ruth Boatright Purcell.

His brother, Robert Purcell, preceded him in death. He served in the U.S. Navy and worked for the City of Waycross. Survivors

include three children, Shawn Purcell of Blackshear, Brandy (Tripper) Cardwell of Waycross, and Heather Purcell of Gordon, a

sister, Teresa Hamilton of Waycross, seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a

later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family or Crosby Funeral Home to help with burial expenses. Crosby


PURDEN, Terrance Ray Purden


Terrence Ray Purden, age 68, of Valdosta, GA passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at South Georgia Medical Center. He

was born on January 11, 1949 in Cincinnati, OH to Lee W. and Mary (Longlevin) Purden. He was a self -employed painter and of

the Baptist faith. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers and a sister. Survivors include his wife,

Sara Van Well Purden of Valdosta, GA; son, Joey (Lavern) Purden of Valdosta, GA; daughter, Cherly Purden of Cincinnati, OH;

step daughter, Peggy (Wayne) Schmidt of Summerset, KY, step daughter, Donna (Rick) Thornton of McMinnville, TN, step son,


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Bill (Beverly) Van Well of Bay City, MI; sister, Naomi (Terry) Hood of Cincinnati, OH; numerous grandchildren, great

grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 25, 2017 at the Valdosta Chapel of Music

Funeral Services.

PURDOM, Helen Loucille Smith Purdom


Helen Loucille Smith Purdom, 77, of Hortense, passed away Saturday (May 11, 2013) at Bayview Nursing Home and Rehabilitation

in Nahunta after an extended illness. Born in Pierce County, she was the daughter of the late James Alfred and Ruth Rowell

Smith. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Harry Smith. She was a seamstress with Julie Hat Co.

before retiring and was a member of Satilla Missionary Baptist Church. Her favorite pastime was embroidering. Survivors

include her son, James Elrod, of Hortense, a daughter, Jane Swain, of Woodbine; five grandchildren, Nicholas Rowell, of

Nahunta, Nicole Voyles (Jacob), of Nahunta, Kendra Woolard (Scott), of Mississippi, Kayla Strickland, of Woodbine, and Krystal

Elrod, of Acworth; great-grandchildren, Eddie Rowell, Cheyanne Rowell, Suzanne Rowell, Michael Strickland, Becca Woolard,

Lynzi Carter and Ryan Elrod; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mary Jane and Dewain Branch, of Hortense, and Betty King, of

Kingsland; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Satilla Missionary Baptist

Church in Hortense. Interment will follow in the Satilla Cemetery in Hortense. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home,

Nahunta.

PURDY, Madison Elle Purdy


Miss Madison Elle Purdy, age 8, died suddenly (May 9, 2014) in Jesup. She was born in Norfolk, VA, but lived most of her life in

Waycross. She was a second grade student at Memorial Drive School and attended Astoria Baptist Church and Waresboro

United Methodist Church. Survivors include her parents, Collette (Chris) Roberson and Vic (Jennifer) Purdy, both of Waycross;

2 brothers, Iven Purdy and J.R. Roberson, both of Waycross; 1 step-sister, Jessica Walthour, of Waycross; her maternal

grandparents, Laura Jacobs, of Pennsylvania, Jeff Hanscom (Burnie Williams), of Virginia Beach, VA; her paternal grandparents,

Alfred Purdy, of Tampa, FL, Vickie Davis, of Millwood; her step-grandparents, Darrell and Terri Roberson and Billy and Patsy

Lanier, all of Waycross. A funeral will be Wednesday at the Music Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests

donations made in memory of Madison Purdy to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or go

online to www.diabetes.org to donate. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

PURTELL, John Purtell, Jr.

(Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home)

John “Rich” Purtell, Jr., age 65 of Tallahassee, FL, passed away Wednesday, March 12 with his family by his side. He retired

from the USMC as a Master Gunnery Sergeant with 20½ years of service. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Carol,

3 daughters Lisa (Kenny) Strickland, Dana Purtell, Kaila (John) Rudd and 10 grandchildren, Hunter, Kaylee, Haleigh, Lily, Wesley,

Tracie, Ivi, J.D., Logan and Hollie Belle. He is also survived by 4 brothers, Ronald (Joanie) of Kissimmee, FL, Robert (Linda) of

Deltona, FL, Thomas (Doreen) of Orlando, FL Michael (Laura) of Lutz, FL and 1 sister, Rosie (Charlie) of Chiefland, FL and a host

of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Rose Purtell.

PURVIS, Anthony Purvis

(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 18 Feb 2015)

Mr. Anthony Purvis, age 45, of Douglas, GA, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at his residence following a brief illness.

He was born November 11, 1969, to the late Joe Bethel Purvis and Nellie Ruth Futch Purvis. Mr. Purvis, a native of Coffee

County, worked in Construction as a pressure washer with Jason White Pressure Washing, and also as a mechanic. A sister,

Teresa Ann Knight, also preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Teresa Lynn Heaton Purvis of Douglas, GA; 1

daughter, Shannon Angela Purvis of Douglas, GA; 1 son, Dustin Anthony Purvis of Douglas, GA; his mother, Nellie Ruth Futch

Purvis of Douglas, GA; 3 step-daughters, Candice Harper of Douglas, GA; Kimberly Harper of Alapaha, GA; and Julie Drawdy of

Enigma, GA; 2 brothers, Dewey Purvis of Jacksonville, FL, and Ricky Purvis of Douglas, GA; 10 grandchildren; several nieces,

nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday, February 8, 2015, at the First Assembly of God Church.

Inurnment will follow at a later date. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PURVIS, Clarence Earl Purvis

(Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 5 February 2020)

Clarence Earl Purvis “Pop”, age 82, of Quitman, GA passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at Langdale Hospice House. He

was born on June 15, 1937 in Mayo, FL to the late Arlie and Sally (Futch) Purvis. He was the owner of West Hill Bait and Tackle

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for many years. Mr. Clarence loved fishing and hunting but most enjoyed spending time with his beloved family. Along with his

parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Vurna Purvis, brother, James Purvis, 2 sisters, Lois Boyd and Mahaley Hiers.

Survivors include his wife, Margie C. Purvis of Tifton, GA; daughter and son-in-law Robin and Jim Barker of Dasher, GA; 2 sons

and daughter-in-law, Robert Purvis (Betsy Bellflowers) of Valdosta, GA, Tommy and Tammy Purvis of Valdosta, GA; 6

grandchildren: Jake Purvis (Jennifer), Josh Purvis, Lacie Elliott (Andy), Preston Barker, Brandon Barker, Katie Barker, Blake

Bellflowers (Amy) & Brooke Bellflowers (Levi Sapp); 5 great grandchildren: Wylee, Daylyn, Jackson, Lily and Bradley; sister,

Thelma Curtis of Plant City, FL; brother and sister-in-law, Bo and Lit Purvis of Tifton, GA; Margie’s children: Kenny Young

(Susan) of Tifton, GA, Barry Young (Margaret) of Tifton, GA, Teresa Young of Tifton, GA, Jan Myers (Rodney) of Lenox, GA;

numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be at the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral

Services with burial in Hill Crest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Langdale Hospice

House, 2263 Pineview Dr, Valdosta, GA 31602.

PURVIS, Diane Dixon Purvis


A funeral for Diane Dixon Purvis was held Thursday January 14, 2016 at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in

Greenlawn Cemetery.

PURVIS, Ella Inez Purvis


Ella Inez Purvis, 95, of Ray City, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2009, at Louis Smith Memorial Hospital in Lakeland. She

was born December 29, 1913, in Clinch County to Math and Betty Gaskins Fender. She was a homemaker and member of Ray City

United Methodist Church. She was the widow of Jacob Artis Purvis who died in 1973. She is survived by her daughter, Betty

Rose Buerger of Nashville; son, Buddy (Della) Purvis of Ray City; three grandchildren, Scott (Heather) Purvis, Kevin (Colleen)

Purvis, Tracy (Terry) Hughes; three great-grandchildren, Alexis Hughes, Michaela Purvis, and Jake Purvis. Funeral services were

held Sunday, October 11, 2009, at Ray City United Methodist Church. Interment was in Beaver Dam Cemetery. Lovein Funeral

Home in Nashville served the Purvis family.

PURVIS, George Leonard Purvis


George Leonard Purvis, age 94, passed away peacefully at home on September 12, 2014. George was born on October 24, 1919 in

Pinetta, FL and lived in Tallahassee before moving to Jefferson County, Florida. George Purvis married the love of his life Fannie

Mae "Mutt" Purvis and had 5 wonderful children: Wendell (Carol) Purvis, Franklin (Nancy) Purvis, Dr. Mike Purvis, Joan Purvis

(Aubrey) Rhodes and Diane (Kenneth) Lee; 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. George was a member and deacon at

Lamont Baptist Church and active Sunday School Teacher. He was a farmer, Plantation Manager, and birddog trainer. He was a

member of FL/GA Field Trial Club and the 1969 Farm Bureau Family of the year. Memorial service for George Leonard Purvis

will be Sunday, September 14, 2014, at First Baptist Church of Monticello, FL, 325 W Washington St. Monticello, FL. In lieu of

flowers, donations can be made to Lamont Baptist Church, 121 River Road, Lamont, FL.

PURVIS, George M. Purvis


George M. Purvis, age 51, died Sunday at the local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of Lee, FL. Survivors are five sisters, Mrs.

Pearl L. Carter and Mrs. Inez Mount, both of Lee; Mrs. Louise Snipes, of Live Oak; Mrs. Josie Snipes, of Trenton; and Mrs.

Eunice Lewis, of Chattahoochee; three brothers, John W. Purvis, of Jacksonville; James C. Purvis, of Holly Hill and Wallace M.

Purvis, of Miami. Services were Tuesday in Lee Baptist Church with burial in Midway Cemetery.

PURVIS, George Oliver Purvis


George Oliver Purvis, age 73, died Friday December 16th in the local hospital after an extended illness. Mr. Purvis had been

engaged in farming in Madison County for a number of years, and was one of our well known citizens. Survivors are his wife, Mrs.

Bessie Long Purvis; two sons, Leonard, and M. L., all of Madison; and one sister, Mrs. Alice Christian, of Calhoun, GA. Funeral

services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Mt. Horeb Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

PURVIS, George Rex Purvis


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Services for George Rex Purvis, of Lamont, FL, are Friday, June 17, 2011, at The Connection and interment will be held in Sunset

Memorial Gardens. Mr. Purvis died Tuesday, June 14, 2011. He was born April 18, 1952, in Moultrie, to parents George Sebie

Purvis and Imogene White Purvis, both deceased. He married Gay Nell Tinsley Purvis on July 18, 1969 in Lamont. He was a

supervisor over the container yard and worked for 32 years at Simpsons Nursery in Monticello. He was a member of The

Connection church. Survivors include wife, Gay Nell Purvis of Lamont, FL; daughters, Jennifer Doler (David) and Jackie Bishop

(Jason), both of Thomasville; grandchildren, Megan Shepherd, Erica Shepherd, Loren Shepherd, Emily Bishop, Ava Bishop,

Christopher Doler; brothers, Ronald Purvis, Steve Purvis and Ricky Purvis, all of Moultrie; sisters, Martha Ann Bufford and

Peggy Taylor, both of Moultrie. He was preceded in death by brothers Elmer Purvis and Troy Purvis, and sister, Diane Griffin.

PURVIS, Herschel E. Purvis


Herschel E. Purvis, 77, died Saturday morning (Feb. 23, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Waycross after an extended

illness. He was a native of Laurens County, but lived most of his life in Hoboken. He retired as the manager of Choo Choo Build-

It Mart and was a member of Hoboken Baptist Church where he served as Sunday School director and deacon. He was a devoted

husband, father and grandfather who loved the Lord and his church. He was the son of the late James Daniel Purvis and Mary

Daisy Wells Black Purvis. He was also preceded in death by three siblings, George Purvis, Dell Jones and Aquilla Purvis. He is

survived by his wife of 54 years, Lucy Taylor Purvis, of Hoboken; four children, Gary (Becki) Purvis, of St. Marys, Kelvin (Karen)

Purvis, of Hoboken, Kim (Andy) Jordan, of Hoboken, and Chad (Cindy) Purvis, of Kingsland; eight grandchildren, Karla (Jonathan)

West, Michael Purvis, Garrett (Mallory) Jordan, Kaylen (Josh) Gill, Matthew Purvis, Lynsi Jordan, Jay Purvis and Trisha Purvis;

three siblings, Ed (Alice) Purvis of St. Marys, Louise (Hershell) Chapman, of Donalsonville, and Carl (Jan) Purvis, of Lake Placid,

FL; numerous nieces, and nephews. A funeral will be held Tuesday at Hoboken Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Hoboken City

Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

PURVIS, Homer D. Purvis


Military funeral services for Homer D. Purvis were held June 18th at Concord Baptist Church with interment in the Concord

Cemetery with full military rites. Mr. Purvis was a veteran of World War II having served 48 months with the U. S. Army. A

large portion of that time was overseas in the Pacific Area. Mr. Purvis was born October 31, 1916 in Madison County, the son of

George Oliver Purvis and the late Mrs. Purvis. He graduated from Pinetta High School in 1937. He was married March 5, 1948 to

Miss Guley Louise Seago. To this union was born one daughter, Jacquelin Louise Purvis, 18 months old. Other survivors besides

his wife and daughter are his father, Mr. G. O. Purvis and stepmother, Mrs. G. O. Purvis, and two brothers, George Leonard and

M. L. Purvis, all of Madison. Mr. Purvis was bitten by a large rattlesnake Saturday morning, June 16th, and lived only a few

hours.

PURVIS, Mrs. L. C. Purvis


Mrs. L. C. Purvis, age 64, of Lee died Wednesday in the Madison hospital after a short illness. She was the widow of the late

Lonzo Columbus Purvis and a member of the Lee Baptist Church. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Fred Carter and Mrs. Inez

Harrell, both of Lee; Mrs. Shelby Snipes of Live Oak; Mrs. J. B. Snipes of Perry; and Mrs. C. J. Mote of Chattahoochee; three

sons, Wallace Purvis of Miami; Johnny Purvis of Jacksonville; and Coye Purvis of Holly Hill; her mother, Mrs. Ferrie Thomas of

Madison; one brother, Andrew Thomas of Lake Wales; a sister Mrs. Mae Bancon of Oklahoma City, OK; thirty three

grandchildren and a number of other relatives. Funeral services will be held this Friday in the Lee Baptist Church with burial in

Midway Cemetery.

Elmer’s Notes: While the obituary did not give her full name from her tombstone at Midway Baptist Church Cemetery we find it

was Rosa Elvira Purvis and she was born on 1 July 1901 and died 5 January 1966.

PURVIS, Mary Lee Storey Purvis


Mary Lee Purvis, 83, died Monday (Oct. 17, 2005) at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio following an extended illness.

She was a native of Gainesville, FL. She lived most of her life in Mt. Dora, FL before moving to Waycross because of the

atmosphere. She was a daughter of the late Lawrence Eugene Storey and Bell Fralick Storey. She was married to the late

Lester Purvis. She was a member of Crossview Church of God of Prophecy. Survivors include one daughter, Sharon Purvis, of

Waycross; one son, Robert Purvis, of Waycross; one sister, Jewell Penner, of Waycross; five nieces, Charlene King, of Waycross,

Susan Storey, of Richmond, VA, Wanda Petty, of Chiefland, FL, and Sandra Storey and Gail Petty, both of Old Town, FL; and

four nephews, Dewayne Petty, of Cedar Key, FL, Dwight Petty, Lawrence Storey, and Roger Storey, all of Old Town, FL. A

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funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Crossview Church of God of Prophecy. Burial will follow in Camp Branch Church of God of

Prophecy Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Music Funeral Home.

PURVIS, Matthew Lee Purvis


Matthew Lee Purvis went home to be with his Lord Thursday, December 31, 2015. He was born in Pensacola, FL, on September 5,

1984 to Clyde and Barbara Purvis. He lived all his life in Pensacola. Graduating from High School and completed a degree in

automotive technology. Survived by his mother; Barbara Purvis, his father; Clyde (Sue) Purvis, his sister; Jamie (Eric) Haynes, 3

nephews; Adrian, Alijah and Ayden, 1 sister; Sandy (Greg) Wilson, brothers; Leon Frye, Anthony Frye, and the late Lee Purvis.

Graveside services will be held at Pisgah Cemetery Friday, January 8, 2016. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns

Funeral Home of Perry. A Memorial Service will also be held at Faith Chapel in Pensacola, Florida, on Sunday, January 17, 2016.

PURVIS, Morton Lee Purvis


M. L. Purvis was born on January 27, 1929, in Pinetta, Florida, to George Oliver and Alva Purvis. He passed away peacefully at

home surrounded by family on Saturday, March 5, 2011. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy after high school

graduation. M. L. was employed by Florida Power Corp. for fifteen years. After the Lake Talquin hydroelectric plant was donated

to the state, he went to work at Gayfers until his retirement in 1991. He was a member of Forest Heights Baptist Church until

his move to Monticello in 1992, where he joined Elizabeth Baptist Church. He was very active in the church as a deacon, and will

be remembered most for his cooking at church functions. M. L. was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Lamb Purvis and

daughter Linda Carol Purvis. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Sarah McCoy Purvis, his daughters Ann Jourdan (Larry) of

Destin, Florida, and Janet Hurst (Rick) of Austin, Texas, one brother George Purvis (Fannie) of Monticello, Florida, and step-

sons Thomas E. McCoy (Debbie) and Charles D. McCoy, both of Monticello. He was also survived by eleven grandchildren, one

great-granddaughter and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at

Elizabeth Baptist Church, 4124 Bassett Dairy Road, Monticello, Fl. Interment will follow the service at Roselawn Cemetery in

Tallahassee at 2:30 P.M. with Military Honors. The family will receive visitors in the church fellowship Hall beginning at 10:00

A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Florida Baptist Children’s Home in Tallahassee, 8415 Buck Lake Road,

Tallahassee, Florida, 32317-7151 or Pickett Lake Middle Florida Children’s Camp, 349 Captain Brown Road, Madison, Florida

32340, where he was a camp cook for eighteen years.

PURVIS, Robert Kipley Purvis


The Meriwether County community was shocked and saddened to learn that Meriwether County Development Authority (MCDA)

President Robert Kipley “Kip” Purvis, 46, passed away Sunday, the apparent victim of a heart attack. Purvis had served as

president of the MCDA since September 13, 1999, and has worked diligently to bring industry to the county. During his 11 years

as president, Purvis brought several industries to the county and was currently working with two other prospects. Purvis was

instrumental in bringing Sims Bark Company, G Metals, Custom Truck and Body Works, Dongwon Autopart Technology of Georgia

and Gustav Wiegard to the county, which combined brought more than 500 jobs here and millions of dollars in investments. He

was also instrumental in the construction of the Manchester speculative building that housed G Metal, the sale of the old

Playtex building in Manchester to Dobco (eventually sold to Sherwin Williams) and the relocation of McCoy Grading to

Greenville. Purvis came to Meriwether County after serving for several years at the Development Authority Director in

Covington. While there, Purvis brought one of the largest manufacturers in the state, SKC (a Korean based company) to

Covington. Purvis was born and raised in Douglas, GA. He and his wife Michele moved to Woodbury when he accepted the position

as president of the MCDA. Michele is the assistant head master at Flint River Academy in Woodbury and their daughter,

Lindsey, is a sophomore at the school. “Kip and his family have done a tremendous amount for this county,” said Arthur Pearson,

chairman of the MCDA. “He worked diligently to bring industry, jobs and economic development to our county. “A lot of people

really didn’t realize how hard he worked and what a great job he was doing. He will be greatly missed and hard to replace.”

Bobby Moreland, vice chair of the board, has served with Purvis longer than any active member at the present time and realizes

how much Purvis will be missed. “Kip was a tremendous asset to Meriwether County and was committed to bringing jobs here,”

Moreland said. “He will not easy to replace because he had such a wide range of contacts and knowledge that is hard to replace.

“We have lost one of the best servants that Meriwether County has ever had. “He truly cared about this county, its citizens and

its future. When you combine his expertise and knowledge with his love for the county, you had a great public servant and one

that cannot be easily replaced.” Velinda Walton, MCDA administrative assistant, has worked with Purvis since he accepted the

position in 1999. “He was like family to me,” Walton said. “Kip was one of a kind and a great boss. He never made a snap decision

on anything and would always look at both sides of anything before making a decision. “He was a good family man, a great boss

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and I don’t know what I will do without him.” Purvis was a veteran and voluntarily served his county in the U.S. Army with the

10th Mountain Division. He was also an avid guitar player and had a collection of guitars. Purvis played with bands while attending

college and never lost his love for music. He was also an accomplished archer and won many national competitions. At one time,

he was ranked among the Top 10 Archers in the United States. He graduated from Colquitt County High School; attended

Georgia Southern University and received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Valdosta State University. Purvis

was also active in many civic organizations and served as president of the Meriwether County Rotary Club during 2004 -2005;

served on the Georgia Water Resources Board; served on the Meriwether and Georgia Chamber of Commerce; member of the

Georgia Economic Development Association; the Georgia Association of Tourism, Industry and Trade; Region four Delivery

Advisory Council; and many others. Purvis and his family were members of the Warm Springs First Baptist Church. He is

survived by his wife, Michele; 1 daughter, Lindsey; and 1 brother, Kyle. He was preceded in death by both his parents. Funeral

services were Thursday, February 25, 2010, at Manchester First Baptist Church.

PURVIS, Vinson Purvis


Mr. Vinson Purvis, age 83, Douglas, GA passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2011, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an

extended illness. Mr. Purvis was born in Willacoochee, GA to the late Newton and Rettie Faulkner Purvis on August 11, 1927. He

was preceded in death by his wife: Josie Jewell Hazlip Purvis; brother: Winston Purvis and sisters: Wilma Luke and Beatrice

Lowe. Funeral services were Friday, March 4, 2011, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed in the Douglas City Cemetery.

Survivors include: daughter: Margarett Ann Graham of Ambrose, GA; brother: Hank Purvis of Atlanta, GA; and grandson:

Jonathan Graham of Ambrose, GA.

PURVIS, Winston Kyle Purvis


Mr. Winston Kyle Purvis, age 62, of Douglas, GA, passed away Monday, January 8, 2018, Douglas, GA. Mr. Purvis was born on

November 15, 1955, in Coffee County, GA, to the late “Wink” and Waunelle Purvis. Survivors include his wife: Desiree Bird Purvis

of Douglas, GA; daughters: Mrs. Paige and husband Jason DeGoursey of Douglas, GA and Mrs. Amy and husband Claude Holbrook

of Adel, GA; four grandchildren: Emily DeGoursey, Brooker DeGoursey, Asher Holbrook, and Briggs Holbrook; mother-in-Law:

Sandra Bird of Douglas, sister-in-law: Michele Purvis; brother-in-law: Mr. Chuck and wife Charlotte Bird and several aunts,

uncles, three nieces, one nephew and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother Kip Purvis. The funeral service was

Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at the First Baptist Church. Interment followed at the Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral

Home was in charge of the arrangements.

PUTNAL, Broward Putnal

(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 12 November 2018) Broward Putnal, age 85, of Mayo, FL passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018 at his home. He is predeceased by his parents,

Homer T. and Eliza Putnal. He is survived by his brother, Howard Putnal (Gwen), of Madison, FL; sister, Janell Klesius (Steve), of

Tampa, FL; nephews, Terry and Mitchell Putnal (Asa) of Madison, FL, Scott Putnal (Tina) of Jacksonville Beach, FL; and Greg

Klesius (Valerie) of Hernando Beach, FL. Services were held Sunday, November 11 at Airline Baptist Church in Mayo, FL.

Interment was held at Bethel Cemetery in Mayo.

PUTNAL, Ina C. Putnal


Ina C. Putnal, 76, of Mayo went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, April 29, 2013 at Community Hospice in Jacksonville

following a prolonged illness with chronic pulmonary disease. Ina was born July 18, 1936 in Aberdeen, SD to Ancel and Elizabeth

Cowie. She moved to Mayo in 1957 after meeting her future husband, Lester F. Putnal, in Washington DC while they were both

working at summer jobs. Mrs. Putnal was a long-time member of Mayo Church of Christ and a current member of Julington

Creek Church of Christ in Jacksonville. She was a true Proverbs 31 woman able to sew clothes for her husband and three sons,

all while helping out on the family farm, teaching high school (Biology, Chemistry and Human Physiology) for thirty years and

then serving as an administrator at Lafayette High School. She loved to teach and had the unique opportunity to teach two

generations of students at Lafayette High School, including each of her three sons for three years each. She was a graduate of

Northern State University with a B.S. in Education. She also obtained her Masters of Science Degree from Nova University.

She was an active member of the GFWC Florida Federation of Womens Clubs and had served as the Mayo Chapter President.

She was also a member of the NWTF and Women in the Outdoors. She greatly enjoyed the outdoors and hunting wild turkeys,

going on numerous hunts with her husband, son and nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband Lester F. Putnal and 2

sons, Scott A. Putnal and J. Craig Putnal. She is survived by her son Bryan L. Putnal and wife Connie Putnal and children Caitlin,

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Ryan and Ethan, of Jacksonville, FL, a daughter-in-law, Lanetta J. Putnal and children Ellnya R. Putnal and Camden S. Putnal, of

Somerset NJ. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Mayo. Interment will

follow in Magnolia Cemetery in Mayo. Memorial contributions can be made to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Tributes and

Memorials, J. Craig Putnal, 3319 Maguire Blvd., Suite 101, Orlando, FL 32803. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P.

Burns Funeral Home.

PUTNAL, Terry Putnal

(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, February 22, 2014)

Mr. Terry Putnal, age 64, of Mayo, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2014 at Haven Hospice of Lake City. Terry was born

May 31, 1949 in Mayo, FL, to Ellis and Ruth (Folsom) Putnal. Mr. Putnal was of the Christian faith. Mr. Putnal loved spending time

with his family. Terry enjoyed training deer hound puppies, and giving advice. Mr. Putnal was preceded in death by his parents

Ellis and Ruth Putnal, brother Lester Putnal and his wife Ina Putnal, nephews Craig and Scott Putnal, and niece Elizabeth Putnal,

as well as a host of great nieces and nephews. He is survived by his son Tyler Putnal of Mayo, FL; 1 brother James (Dianna)

Putnal of Jacksonville, FL; 1 sister Nell (Norman) Thomas of Mayo, FL; nephews Bryan Putnal, Ben Thomas, and Thomas Putnal,

and his niece Cheryl Folsom. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at Magnolia Cemetery in Mayo.

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