OBITUARIES
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Mervin Inez Wilhelm
Oct 31, 2026
Mervin Inez Wilhelm, age 97, of Quitman, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026. She was born to loving parents, Luther D Lewis and Lucille Thomson Lewis in Alachua, FL on October 1, 1929.
She spent many years working as a seamstress for Levi Strauss and Strickland Cotton Mill. Lovingly sewing for family and friends in her free time, always...
Brinda Vaughn Miley
Oct 31, 2026
Brinda Vaughn Miley, 70 of Lakeland, GA, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Southwell Rehabilitation Center in Adel, GA. Brinda was born to the late John A. and Ruth Vaughn on April 12, 1956, in Lakeland, GA. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren, loved nursing, enjoyed birds, dogs and gardening. Brinda also loved to travel to the...
Mary Clark Lilly Hamlin Adams
Oct 30, 2026
Mary Clark Lilly Hamlin Adams, age 71, of Lake Park, Georgia, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026. She was born to loving parents, Paul R. Lilly and Betty Marie Wisenbaker Lilly in Valdosta, GA on February 28, 1955.
Mary Clark was a bubbly, high-spirited woman whose positive spirit and vibrant personality could light up any room. A woman of God,...
Sarah Marie Griffith
Oct 28, 2026
Sarah Marie Griffith, 39, of Nashville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Sarah was born on March 6, 1987, in Ocala, Florida, to the late Billy Gene Branam and Donna Marie (Braden) Branam.
A devoted sports fan, Sarah proudly cheered on the Green Bay Packers and the Florida Gators. She enjoyed watching...
Gerald Otis Crosby
Oct 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Gerald Otis Crosby
November 11, 1974 – October 27, 2026
Gerald Otis Crosby, age 51, passed away on October 27, 2026, leaving behind a family and many loved ones who will forever cherish his memory.
Born on November 11, 1974, Gerald was a kind and gentle soul whose presence meant so much to those who knew and loved him....
Annie Ruth Godwin
Oct 26, 2026
Annie “Ann” Ruth Godwin, 79, of Naylor, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Ann was born on February 12, 1947, in Valdosta, Georgia, to the late James William “JW” Harris and Bessie Orene (Thompson) Harris.
Ann dedicated more than 41 years of service to South Georgia Medical Center, where she worked...
Elender Wilder Moore
Oct 24, 2026
Elender Wilder Moore, age 89, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on October 24, 2026. She was born to loving parents, Roy and Lois Wilder in Haleyville, AL on February 12, 1937.
She was an avid gardener who enjoyed traveling, sewing, and, most of all, spoiling her beloved grandchildren. Her faith was an important part of her life, and she loved attending...
June "Grandma" Barnes
Oct 24, 2026
June “Grandma” Barnes, age 85, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026. She was born to loving parents, John Jason Sidney Bedgood and Gertrude Grace Loyd Bedgood in Dublin, GA on June 23, 1941.
June dearly loved her family and especially cherished her grandchildren, who held a very special place in her heart. She found joy in the...
Joanna Berger Cornelius
Oct 21, 2026
Joanna Berger Cornelius – 94
Of Bradenton, Florida passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Braden River Rehab. She was born on March 5, 1932 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Leslie A. Berger and Mildred (Hines) Berger. She worked as a Mortgage Specialist in banking for many years.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband,...
Ilo Mary Negron
Oct 19, 2026
Ilo Mary Negron, age 63, of Lake Park, Georgia, passed away surrounded by family the evening of Monday, October 19, 2026. She was born to loving parents, Edwin Frances Schmelter and Nona Lavonia Bennett Schmelter in Highland Falls, NY on August 26, 1963.
Ilo was a loving and devoted mother who cherished her family, especially her beloved grandchildren, whom she dearly...
Bobby Roberson
Oct 18, 2026
Bobby Roberson, age 80, of Quitman, GA, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on July 17, 1946, to the late Mary Magdaline Roberson McKenzie in Blackshear, GA. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and enjoyed fishing. He will be dearly missed, especially as he slowly made his way down the...
David P. Wilson
Oct 18, 2026
David P. Wilson – 80
Of Hahira, GA passed away October 18, 2026, at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born on November 4, 1945, to the late Robert & Lila Wilson in Rockingham, NC. He proudly retired from the United States Air Force with the rank of Master Sergeant (MSGT), having dedicated many years of service to his...
McKenzie Caitlyn Rowe
Oct 17, 2026
McKenzie Caitlyn Rowe, age 25, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on October 17, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on January 23, 2001, in Lake City, FL, to Michael Sale and Christy Watford Sale.
She enjoyed shopping, not just for herself, but for others as well. She found joy in picking out special things for the people she...
Donald Raymond Van Pelt Jr.
Oct 16, 2026
Donald Raymond Van Pelt Jr., age 70, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026. He was born to loving parents, Donald Raymond Van Pelt Sr. and Caroline Marie Everett Heim in Neptune, NJ on April 28, 1956.
He served in the United States Army for 22 years. He was a proud member of the American Legion and the...
Ken Spires
Oct 16, 2026
Ken Spires, age 62, of Quitman, Georgia passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026.
He loved his family, children and grandchildren. He enjoyed watching UGA football, attending car shows, going fishing and bowling, mowing his grass and keeping his yard. He loved being with people and never met a stranger.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Geary Gene Spires and...
William "Bill" Marshall Castleberry, Jr.
Oct 16, 2026
William “Bill” Castleberry Jr, age 79 of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026. He was born to loving parents, William Marshall Castleberry Sr, and Ouida Carter Castleberry on October 3, 1947, in Valdosta, GA.
Bill attended Valdosta High School and was a member of the Class of 1965. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy. In...
Hudson Luke Garrett
Oct 16, 2026
Hudson Luke Garrett, 7, of Hahira, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 22, 2019, in Savannah, Georgia, to his loving and devoted parents, Blake and Lindsey (Zeigler) Garrett.
Hudson was truly one of a kind, with a personality bigger than life itself. He was opinionated, full...
Maureen Patricia Watson
Oct 16, 2026
Maureen Patricia Watson, born on October 1, 1937, in Peterboro, North Hampshire, England, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2026, at the age of 89. She was the daughter of Percy and Katherine Harradine and will be remembered for her love of family, her dedication to her work, and the many cherished memories she created throughout her life.
Family was at...
Jerry Mullis
Oct 15, 2026
Jerry Clinton Mullis, 75, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center following a lengthy illness.
He was born on December 8, 1950, to the late Johnny and Louise (Dennis) Mullis. Jerry retired as the Maintenance Director for the Lanier County Board of Education. He was also a lifelong member of Southside Baptist Church.
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Jaime West Peters
Oct 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jaime West Peters
It is with heavy hearts and tears in our eyes, we announce the passing of Jaime West Peters on October 14, 2026, as she was surrounded by family. At the age of 46, she fought a courageous battle of cancer for over two years with dignity and an unwavering spirit. Born on July 18,...
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