Charles Edward Quiggins
Sep 6, 2026
Charles Edward Quiggins, age 73, of Stockton, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at home. He was born to loving parents, Clyde Quiggins Jr. and Clara Edna Grimes Quiggins on April 4, 1953, in Elizabeth Town, KY.
Charles loved hunting and fishing and cherished the time spent with his family. He was a wonderful cook who enjoyed preparing food...
John David Stone
Sep 5, 2026
John David Stone, 49, of Naylor, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at SGMC Lanier campus.
Born in Homerville, Georgia, and raised in Stockton, John was a defined by his relentless ambition, sharp intelligence, and endless warmth. While he worked as a dedicated Systems Engineer for MCI, he was always looking at new opportunities. A natural entrepreneur at heart,...
Lou Nelle Lightsey
Sep 5, 2026
Lou Nelle Thomas Lightsey, age 97, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026. She was born to loving parents Debbie Grimes Nash and Eddie Clements Nash on May 19, 1929, in Nashville, GA.
Lou Nelle found joy in the simple things in life. She loved spending time tending to her beautiful flower garden, enjoying the peacefulness of fishing,...
Kip Dale McLeod
Sep 3, 2026
With great sadness we announce Kip Dale McLeod passed away on September 3, 2026, at his home while working on the land he loved. A celebration of his life will be held at Draneville Union Church on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 3:00PM. There will also be a celebration held in Valdosta at Central Avenue Church of Christ on Saturday,...
James Francis Ralph
Sep 1, 2026
JAMES FRANCIS RALPH
JULY 4, 1959 - SEPTEMBER 1,2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our brother James “Jim” Ralph, 67, who fought a long courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, on September 1, 2026 in Lake Park, Georgia. Born in Rochester, New York, July 4, 1959, to Glenn and Barbara Ralph.
Jim was the youngest of nine children. He is survived...
Ann Barfield Chapman
Aug 29, 2026
Ann Barfield Chapman, 77, formerly of Valdosta, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Albany, Georgia.
Born in Hahira, Georgia, on May 16, 1949, Ann was the daughter of the late Vernon Escholl “V.E.” and Louelle Barfield and the younger sister of the late Carolyn Barfield Irby. In 1967, she was a proud member of the first graduating class of...
Arthur Wesley Thomas Jr.
Aug 29, 2026
Arthur Wesley Thomas, Jr.
Arthur Wesley Thomas, Jr., 84, of Lake Park, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Born on July 23, 1942, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Arthur was the son of the late Arthur Thomas, Sr. and Leona Lalich Thomas. He proudly served his country as a mechanic in the United States Navy during the 1960s. Following...
Frances Bernadine Hunt Rogers
Aug 29, 2026
Frances Bernadine Hunt Rogers, 86, of Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 29th, 2026, in Valdosta, Georgia.Frances, lovingly known as "Franny" by her devoted husband of 67 years, was born on November 13, 1939, in Revere, Massachusetts. Frances was a beloved wife, mother, grandparent, great-grandparent, sibling, and friend.Frances leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, family,...
Linda Faye Barrentine
Aug 29, 2026
Linda Faye Gaskins Barrentine, age 78, of Hahira, Georgia, passed away on August 28, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 17, 1948, in Nashville, Georgia to the late Lawton and Audrey (Gray) Gaskins. Per her wishes, she will be cremated with no final farewell services held. Kind words and expressions of sympathy...
Brenda Faye Lane McGee Eason
Aug 28, 2026
Brenda Faye Lane McGee, 82
Of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, August 28, 2026. She was born on March 14, 1944, in Valdosta, Georgia, to the late James Lowell Lane and Lilly Ada (Dickerson) Lane.
Brenda was a woman of strong and unwavering faith who found great comfort and joy in reading her Bible.
Music held a special...
Glen Edward Thornbury
Aug 28, 2026
Glen Edward Thornbury, age 79, of Homerville, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026. He was born to loving parents, Howard Francis Thornbury and Arie Irene Smith Thornbury on June 12, 1947, in Lakeland, FL.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and working on the ranch, living his life as a true cowboy. He served in the United States Army. After his...
Roy Lavern Miller
Aug 23, 2026
Roy Lavern “Killer” Miller, age 79, of Homerville, Georgia, passed away Sunday morning, August 23, 2026, at The Canopy at Azalea Grove in Valdosta, GA. He was born to loving parents, Lossie Lee Miller and Ava Nell Browning Miller, in Nashville, GA on April 23, 1947.
Lavern loved his family dearly and took great pride in the life he built with...
Frazier Wayne Jernigan
Aug 22, 2026
Frazier “Wayne” Jernigan, age 81, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center. Wayne was born, October 23, 1944, to the late Archie Daniel Jernigan and Daisy Lee Jones Jernigan in Naylor, GA.
He was a proud veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force for 21 years, building a career in Aircraft Armament...
Alice M. Hughes
Aug 21, 2026
Alice M. Hughes, age 79, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. She was born to loving parents, Alonzo Seymour and Evelyn Marie Folds Seymour in Donaldsonville, GA on May 28, 1947.
Alice loved her family dearly. She enjoyed going to church, listening to gospel music, and finding joy in the simple things she loved. Whether she was...
Dr. William Brent Fredenberger
Aug 21, 2026
Dr. William Brent Fredenberger, age 87, of Hahira, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born to loving parents, Henry W. Fredenberger and Mary Florence Bullock Fredenberger in Louisville, KY on July 15, 1939.
He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, flying F-4 fighter jets and rescue helicopters during the Vietnam War. Following his...
Dennis M. Benefield
Aug 21, 2026
Dennis M. Benefield, age 68, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, at Berrien Nursing Center. He was born on July 22, 1958, in Hahira, Georgia, to the late Enoch Elijah and Ruth Ellen (Browning) Benefield. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Tim Benefield, and sister-in-law, Patricia Benefield.
Survivors include his wife...
Daryl Arthur Kiefer
Aug 19, 2026
Daryl Arthur Kiefer, age 72, of Lake Park, Georga, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. He was born to loving parents, Emory L. Kiefer and Doris A. Andrews Kiefer in Columbus, OH on August 3, 1954.
Daryl loved traveling with his wife, Pat. They were married for 35 long and wonderful years, and together they made countless memories traveling across...
Jimmy Lee Vaughn Sr.
Aug 18, 2026
Jimmy Lee Vaughn Sr., age 79, of Nashville, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. He was born to loving parents, Horace and Lula (Rogers) Vaughn in Lakeland, GA on June 11, 1947.
Jimmy was married to the love of his life, Sarah “Dianne” Vaughn, for over 57 years. Jimmy and Dianne were truly two peas...
Sanford Joe Moran
Aug 15, 2026
Sanford “Sandy” Joe Moran, age 71, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at his residence. He was born on May 14, 1955, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Henry James Moran Sr. and Mary Geneva (Cotton) Webb. He enjoyed different woodworking projects and spending time with his family, especially at family gatherings. Along with his...
Laurene Rouse Carter
Aug 14, 2026
Laurene Rouse Carter passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, at UF Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida.
She is survived by her beloved son, James Rouse Carter.
Services will be held privately at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the Carter family kindly requests that donations be made in Laurene’s memory to support the worldwide Kingdom ministry work of Jehovah’s Witnesses at...
