OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries for Music Funeral Services
Evah E. Wall
Jan 20, 2026
Evah E. Wall, a cherished beautician and loving family member, passed away on January 20, 2026, at the Fellowship Home. Born on April 28, 1939, in Columbus, Mississippi, Evah spent her life bringing beauty to the lives of those around her, working as a beautician for over 30 years. Her dedication to her craft was evident not only in the...
Linda Kate Bass
Jan 17, 2026
Linda Kate Bass, age 78, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born on April 8, 1947, in Valdosta, GA to parents Ben Lawson Anderson and Annie Lucile Suggs Anderson. She dedicated her life to the Lord and many years of hard work and commitment as a sewing machine operator at...
Willie Ernest Knight, Jr
Jan 16, 2026
Willie Ernest Knight, Jr., age 82, of Valdosta, GA, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at his home. He was born on February 19, 1943, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Willie Ernest and Gladys Lucille (Kirkland) Knight, Sr. He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. He worked at Owens-Illinois as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic...
Mattie Lou Hodges Herring
Jan 16, 2026
Mattie Lou Hodges Herring, age 82, of Hahira, Georgia passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026. She was born on March 28, 1943, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Floyd Noles and Laura Hall Hawkins.
She was a devoted customer service representative at Barnes Drug Store, where she faithfully served the community for many years. Known for her warm smile and...
Amber Garrett
Jan 13, 2026
Amber Marie Garrett, age 37, of Hahira, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, January 13,2026. She was born on November 30, 1988 in Valdosta, Ga.
Amber attended Lowndes High School and was an Honor graduate of the Class of 2007. She then furthered her education by graduating from ABAC and UGA with a bachelor’s degree. For the past eight years she had...
Rodney Young Sr.
Jan 12, 2026
Rodney Young, 72, of Valdosta, GA, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, surrounded by love. He was born on February 6, 1953, in Valdosta, GA to the late George Young and Eva Mae (Cauthan) Willis. His passing came quickly, but the life he lived and the love he shared will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew...
Russell "Rusty" Crocket Chester
Jan 12, 2026
Russell Crocket (Rusty) Chester, age 76, of Lakeland, GA passed away Monday afternoon January 12, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta following declining health for many years. He was born November 25, 1949, to the late Royce Benton and Mary Russell (Twitty) Chester in Pelham, GA. Rusty graduated from Lanier County High School in 1968.
He enjoyed playing his...
Susana Charles-Sanchez
Jan 11, 2026
Susana Charles-Sanchez, 57, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on January 11, 2026. She was born on September 19, 1968, in Veracruz, Mexico, to Nicolas Charles and Lucia Sanchez.
Susana was known for her joyful spirit and her love of dancing. She had a way of taking you by the hand and pulling you onto the dance floor once she smiled at...
Alfred Martin Glasser Jr.
Jan 11, 2026
Alfred Martin Glasser Jr., age 80, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born to the late Alfred Glasser and Dorothy Glasser on November 19, 1945, in Albany, New York.
Alfred will be remembered as a devoted husband, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, and a...
Eileen Marie Kent
Jan 11, 2026
Eileen Marie Kent- 82
Of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Langdale Hospice House. She was born to the late Benjamin Beavan and Helen Beavan on September 4, 1943, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Eileen had a deep love for her dog and devoted many years to caring for rescue animals. She also found great joy in...
Carolyn Walker
Jan 8, 2026
Carolyn Walker, age 88, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at PruittHealth–Holly Hill in Valdosta.
She was born on March 30, 1937, in Thomasville, Georgia, to the late Harvey Sumner and Esther Mae (Reddick) Sumner. Carolyn was employed for many years as a Customer Service Representative with C & S Bank, now known as Bank of America,...
Deborah Lynn Lamb
Jan 7, 2026
Deborah Lynn Lamb, age 58, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born to Beverly Lee and the late William E. Lee on March 20, 1967, in Denver, Colorado. Deborah proudly served her country for 24 years in the United States Air Force, retiring after a distinguished career marked by...
Maryann Folsom Strickland
Jan 6, 2026
Maryann Folsom Strickland, age 75, of Hahira, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Langdale Hospice House, following a sudden illness.
Maryann was the beloved daughter of the late William Ernest Folsom, Sr. and the late Lula Brown Folsom Finney, of Valdosta, Georgia.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, James “Rea” and Carol Ricks, of Myakka City,...
Agnes Lucille Davis
Jan 5, 2026
Agnes Lucille Davis, age 89, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed peacefully at her residence on Monday, January 5, 2026. She was born on September 16, 1936, in Jasper, FL to the late Turner and Evelyn (Griffis) Bryant. She was a dedicated administrator at the bowling alley, Jack’s Lanes. She loved gardening, all plants and naturally, bowling. Agnes is preceded in death...
Geraldine Bennett
Jan 4, 2026
Geraldine Allen Bennett, 85, of Stockton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2025, at her home. She was born on June 13, 1940, in Lakeland, Georgia, to the late Hansel Allen and Lela Moore Allen. Geraldine was a woman of remarkable creativity, blessed with a natural eye for beauty and detail. She had a special gift for decorating,...
Yvonne Griffin Nix
Jan 3, 2026
Yvonne Griffin Nix, age 83, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed peacefully at her residence on Saturday, January 3, 2026. She was born on March 4, 1942, in Adel, GA to parents Elbert Griffin and Ona Evelyn Thompson Griffin.
She was a faithful housewife, her family was her greatest joy, and her husband was truly her world. Together, they shared 65 beautiful years...
Mark Allen Lain
Dec 31, 2025
Mark Allen Lain- 67
Of Camden County, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his residence in Valdosta, Georgia surrounded by his family. He was born on July 22, 1958, in Kewanee, Illinois. Mark spent his life serving others. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy for ten years before going on to dedicate more than 25 years to...
Cathy Wells
Dec 29, 2025
Cathy was born in Savannah, Georgia and as an infant, her family moved to Jekyll Island, Georgia, where she would grow up just steps from the beach. There, Cathy enjoyed a childhood rich with sunshine, laughter, and lasting memories. Growing up alongside her five siblings, she embraced island life wholeheartedly; lifeguarding, swimming, fishing, playing tennis, and spending countless days by...
Christopher Dylan Runnels
Dec 29, 2025
Christopher Dylan Runnels, age 27, of Newnan, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025. He was born on January 1, 1998, in Valdosta, Georgia, to Rena Thornton and Eric L. Thornton.
Dylan served his country with honor and pride in the United States Marine Corps and later continued his military career in the United States Army. He had a deep...
Junior Palmer
Dec 28, 2025
Junior Palmer, age 95, of Ray City, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Berrien Nursing Center. He was born in Pearson, Georgia to the late Dilborn and Pearlie (Browning) Palmer. Junior was a hardworking man whose life was defined by his love for honest work and the simple joys of everyday living. For many years, he worked as...
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