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Tim Allen Lehman

Tim Allen Lehman

Jun 14, 2026

Timothy “Tim” Allen Lehman, 78, of Lake Park, Georgia, formally of Valdosta, passed away peacefully at Langdale Hospice House surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, June 14, 2026. He was born on December 2, 1947, in Hahira Georgia to the late Julian Lovett “Jim” Lehman Sr. and Mildred Lord Lehman.

Tim attended Lowndes County schools before he joined the family roofing...

Betty Jean Parrish

Betty Jean Parrish

Jun 13, 2026

Betty Jean Parrish, age 90, of Lakeland, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Born on May 30, 1936, in Nashville, Betty was the beloved daughter of James Henry Mathis and Jimmie Lou (Clanton) Mathis. She lived a life defined by faith, hard work, kindness, and an unwavering love for her family.

Betty devoted many years of service as a cook...

Sylvia Faye Browning

Sylvia Faye Browning

Jun 12, 2026

Sylvia F. Browning, age 59, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones on Friday, June 12, 2026. She was born in Lakeland, GA on February 1, 1967, to the late Buster and Nettie Allen.

Sylvia graduated from Lanier County Highschool and continued her education at Vo Tech. Sylvie devoted over 25 plus years to the medical field with...

Louise Marie Paxton

Louise Marie Paxton

Jun 11, 2026

Louise Marie Paxton – 75 of Lakeland, GA passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on August 26, 1950, in Galesburg, IL to the late Roy & Mary Louisa (Fentem) Cochran. 

She worked in the Lanier County School System as a paraprofessional, sewing at a factory in Illinois, office work in a lab and...

Nancy Alice Creel

Nancy Alice Creel

Jun 10, 2026

Nancy Alice Creel, age 84, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. She was born in Valdosta, GA on March 8, 1942, to loving parents, Joseph Quinton DeLoach, Sr. and Lela Pearl DeLoach (née Mills).

It’s been suggested that the day Nancy Alice got behind the wheel, you couldn’t stop her from going. And...

Milton Devane Thornton

Milton Devane Thornton

Jun 10, 2026

Milton Devane Thornton Sr., age 56, of Lake Park, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. He was born in Valdosta, GA on July 31, 1969, to loving parents, Wilson Thornton Sr. and Betty Suggs Thornton.

He loved playing the guitar, riding his dune buggy, shooting pool, and simply having a good time. He never met...

Elder Robert Skinner

Elder Robert Skinner

Jun 10, 2026

Robert Skinner, 90, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Langdale Hospice House.

Born on October 28, 1935, in Lakeland, Georgia, Robert was the son of the late John Skinner and Lela Stone Skinner. A lifelong resident of the area, he was known for his strong faith, dedication to his family, and servant’s heart.

Robert retired from Brockway...

Mannis Daulton "Dee" Blanton Jr.

Mannis Daulton "Dee" Blanton Jr.

Jun 8, 2026

Mannis Daulton “Dee” Blanton Jr., age 77, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026. He was born on September 18, 1948, to loving parents, Mannis Daulton Blanton Sr. and Martha Ann Cooper Blanton.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as a draftsman. A devoted family man, he cherished every moment spent...

Adam Eugene Smith

Adam Eugene Smith

Jun 8, 2026

Adam Eugene Smith, 50, of Lake Park, GA passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026, at his home. He was born to Claude and Pamela Smith on March 15, 1976, in Cleveland, TN. 

Adam enjoyed spending time outdoors shooting guns, hunting, fishing and playing with his wood! He could build anything and he made every one of Kathleen’s crazy plans...

Marilyn Mathes Burgin Fox

Marilyn Mathes Burgin Fox

Jun 6, 2026

Marilyn Mathes Burgin Fox

2/24/1933-6/6/2026

At 93 years of age, Marilyn ran into the arms of her Heavenly Father to live forever more. Throughout her life she was a vibrant, active witness for Him until an illness slowed her down in her last year.

A student of God’s word all her life, she loved teaching Bible studies, Sunday school and directing choirs. In...

Wayne Leonard Mullis

Wayne Leonard Mullis

Jun 6, 2026

Wayne Leonard Mullis, age 77, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away on June 6, 2026, at Lakeland Villas, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 22, 1948, in Barwick, Georgia, to the late Johnny Ralph and Louise (Dennis) Mullis. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Grady Adair, Frank Adair, and James "Buddy"...

Brittany Benavides

Brittany Benavides

Jun 1, 2026

Brittany Benavides, age 37, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026. She was born on July 28, 1988, in Houston, TX to loving parents, Gary and Becky Benavides. 

She had a generous spirit and found great joy in helping others. Family was at the center of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with her loved ones....

Thomas Franklin Jernigan

Thomas Franklin Jernigan

Jun 1, 2026

Thomas Franklin Jernigan, age 70, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026. He was born on August 16, 1955, in Valdosta, GA to loving parents, Joseph and Rubynell Jernigan. 

As per his family's wishes, he will be cremated with no formal services at this time. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at...

Betty Jo Bradshaw Cook

Betty Jo Bradshaw Cook

Jun 1, 2026

Betty Jo Cook, age 72, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026. She was born in New Port, TN on August 30, 1953, to loving parents Hugh and Pauline Cagle Bradshaw.

She was married to the love of her life, Winston Cook, for 49 wonderful years, sharing a lifetime filled with love, devotion, and cherished memories. A...

Glenn Layton

Glenn Layton

May 31, 2026

Glenn Richard Layton

On May 31, 2026, the world lost a good man, Glenn Richard Layton.

Glenn was born in Somers Point, New Jersey, on May 9, 1962, the favorite child of Flossie and Dick Layton, who predeceased him in the 1980s. His joyful, prankster spirit was honed early on his siblings, Cathy Layton (Pete Russell) and Lee Layton (Karrie, and daughters...

Robert Paul Kipper

Robert Paul Kipper

May 31, 2026

Robert “Bob” Kipper, age 87, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 31, 2026. He was born in Dubuque, Iowa on August 1, 1938, to loving parents, Clarence John Kipper and Florence Mary Kemps Kipper.

Bob dedicated many years of service to The Celotex Corporation, where he worked as a manufacturing manager and earned the respect of colleagues through his strong work ethic...

Benjamin Lawrence Williams

Benjamin Lawrence Williams

May 30, 2026

Benjamin Lawrence “Larry” Williams, age 84, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026. He was born in Eatonton, Georgia, on December 26, 1941, to loving parents, Benjamin Wiley Williams and Marian McClain Lawrence Williams.

Larry was married to the love of his life, Karen Elaine Derby Williams, for 57 years. During their marriage, they lived for 15 years...

Homer Sydney Miers Jr.

Homer Sydney Miers Jr.

May 30, 2026

Homer Sydney "Butch" Miers Jr., of Nashville, Georgia, passed away on May 30, 2026, at SGMC, surrounded by the family and friends he loved so dearly and who loved him in return. He was born on October 21, 1959, in Lafayette, Louisiana, to Homer Sydney Miers Sr. and Martha Miers. 

After high school, Butch enlisted in the United States Army where...

Virgil Moore

Virgil Moore

May 30, 2026

Virgil Lee Moore, 95, of Naylor, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on April 8, 1931, in Lakeland, Georgia to the late Jackson Robert Moore and Codie Moore (Ganas).

Virgil spent his entire life working the land he loved. Beginning as a young man farming with a mule and plow, he...

Vera Latrelle Wrye

Vera Latrelle Wrye

May 30, 2026

Vera Latrelle Wrye, age 81, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, May 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Latrelle was born on November 12, 1944, in Homerville, Georgia, to the late Lewis and Nellie Jane Kight Cason. She dedicated more than 25 years of service to South Georgia Medical Center, Lanier Campus, where...

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