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Jerrell Frank Mathis
Aug 16, 2025
Jerrell Frank Mathis August 19, 1939 - August 16, 2025 Jerrell Frank Mathis, 85, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, just three days before his 86th birthday. Born in Columbus, Georgia, on August 19, 1939, Frank lived a full and meaningful life surrounded by the love of his family. Frank was the beloved husband of Jennette...
Patricia Marie Dukes
Aug 16, 2025
Patricia Marie Dukes, age 81, of Lake Park, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 1, 1944, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Dewey Hobson Booth, Sr. and Ruth Marie Terrell Booth. She had a deep love for cooking and cherished every moment spent...
Kathleen Warren Thompson
Aug 15, 2025
Kathleen Warren Thompson- 87 Of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at The Orchard at Stone Creek. She was born on January 5, 1938, in Tifton, Georgia to the late Lona Mae Ford. Kathleen loved Wednesday bingo at The Orchard. She worked as a cafeteria manager at the Valdosta Middle School where she cherished every moment spent...
James Dariel Tomlinson
Aug 7, 2025
James Dariel Tomlinson, 78, of Lake Park, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Langdale Hospice House. Born on August 11, 1946, in Hahira, Georgia, he was the son of the late James Leonard Tomlinson and Mary Jane Tomlinson. James was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent much of his life serving his community and providing...
Kloan Petty Bass
Aug 6, 2025
Kloan Petty Bass- 55 Of Hahira, Georgia passed on August 6, 2025, at her residence. Mrs. Bass was born in Sylvester, Georgia on January 8, 1970, to parents Roy Kline Petty and Linda Huggins Petty. She was a dedicated wife and mother, an amazing daughter, a loving sister, and a proud, adored Grammie. She was also a wonderful and cherished...
William Roy Hansel Sr.
Aug 5, 2025
William Roy Hansel Sr. -75 Of Hahira, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born to the late Arthur T. Hansel Sr. and Virginia Agnes Hansel on October 22, 1949, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. William proudly served 20 years in the United States Air Force, dedicating his life to service and honor. A...
Roy Lonnie Register
Aug 5, 2025
Roy Lonnie Register – 63 Of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on January 14, 1962, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late James Elvin Register and Sally Ward Register. He worked as a mechanic for many years and was well known for his skill at Autrys Garage. Survivors include...
Joseph Jones Jr.
Aug 4, 2025
Joseph Jones Jr.- 95 Of Valdosta, Georgia passed on August 4, 2025, at South Georgia Medical Center due to a sudden illness. Mr. Jones was born in New York on April 30, 1930, to the late Joseph Jones Sr. and Helen Diggs Jones. He was a superintendent at the Jackson Memorial Hospital for 20 years. He was a Korean War...
Willie "Tandy" James Fuse Sr.
Aug 3, 2025
Mr. Willie “Tandy” James Fuse, Sr. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Willie “Tandy” James Fuse, Sr. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. Mr. Fuse Sr. was known for his humor, kindness, dedication, and unwavering love for those around him. His legacy will live...
Nina Killeen
Jul 31, 2025
Nina Killeen Ms. Nina Elaine Minchew Killeen, 80, of Lavonia, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025, at her home. Born on December 18, 1944, in Lakeland, GA, she was the daughter of the late Herbert Wilber Minchew and Mary Metts Minchew. Ms. Killeen was a retired LPN for Pruitt Health-Crestwood Nursing Home, Valdosta GA and of the Methodist faith. Survivors...
Jessica Miley Irwin
Jul 30, 2025
Jessica Miley Irwin, 36, passed away on Wednesday, July 30th, 2025. She was born on October 24, 1988 to Clifford Ray Sr. and the late Cherron Miley. Jessica was a devoted mother who cherished spending time with her four beloved children. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her husband Robert...
Duwana Sue Bittinger
Jul 30, 2025
Duwana Sue (Lewis) Bittinger, age 84, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Presbyterian Home in Quitman, Georgia. She was born on March 25, 1941, in Nashville, Georgia to the late William Emmitt and Alma (Nix) Lewis. Sue was a brilliant artist with a deep love for gardening and an even greater love for her family....
Anita Louise Randolph
Jul 28, 2025
On Monday July 28, 2025, Anita Louise Randolph, loving mother of three children, sister, and friend, passed away at age 69, in Valdosta, Georgia. Anita was born on November 6, 1955, in Sidney, New York. She graduated with an associate’s degree in medical assisting from Becker College and a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Valdosta State University. She...
Jimmy Richard "Jim" Kelly
Jul 27, 2025
Jimmy Richard “Jim” Kelly, 81, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 27, 2025. Born on January 24, 1944, in Pell City, Alabama, he was the son of the late Roscoe A. Kelly and Jeanette Kelly Morris. Jim dedicated many years of his life to serving others—both through his career and his community. He worked...
Juanita Zipperer
Jul 27, 2025
Juanita Zipperer – 92 Of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the Presbyterian Home. Born on August 7, 1932, she was the daughter of the late L.Z. Lawhorn and Mattie Dismuke Lawhorn. Nita had a deep love for flowers, cherished the fellowship of her church friends, and found great joy in spending time with her...
Bobby Lee Weldon
Jul 27, 2025
Bobby Lee Weldon, 80, of Lakeland, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home. Born on September 2, 1944, in Brunswick, Georgia, he was the son of the late Harmon Weldon and Florence Dampier Weldon. Bobby dedicated his life to service, retiring from the Valdosta Fire Department after an admirable 43-year career, where he rose to the...
Theresa Elaine Schmitt
Jul 25, 2025
Theresa Elaine (Lane) Schmitt, 69, of Lakeland, Florida died Friday July 25, 2025, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was born October 24, 1955, in Dade County, FL to the late Carson Boyd and the late Juanita Roland Boyd. She was a retired homemaker, an Accounts Payable Specialist with General Electric and WCI Communities. She is survived by her husband:...
Maynard Duane Foote
Jul 24, 2025
In Loving Memory of Maynard Duane Foote June 1, 1935 – July 24, 2025 Maynard Duane Foote, 90, of Stockton, Georgia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Born on June 1, 1935, in New York, Maynard lived a life defined by service, strength, and deep devotion to his family. A retired Lieutenant Commander in the United States Navy, Maynard...
Pamela Bailey Cox
Jul 24, 2025
Pamela Bailey Cox - 65 Of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from a sudden illness surrounded by her family. She was born on July 6, 1960. She loved gardening, flowers, hummingbirds, and the beach. Pam had a zest for life, but above all, she loved her kids and grandkids the most. Pam was preceded in death...
Pauline Day
Jul 22, 2025
Pauline Day, 92 of Valdosta, GA, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at her residence. Pauline was born June 28, 1933, to the late L.K. and Lucille Knox in Lakeland, GA. Pauline was deeply loved by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and to everyone who knew her, she was affectionately known as “Mamoo.” She was a devoted Christian, a loving...
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