Charles L. Gruver Jr.
Feb 16, 2024
Charles L. Gruver, Jr., age 97, died February 16, 2024 at his home. He was born in Savannah, grew up in Statesboro and Pembroke, GA., attended Georgia Southern University from 1943 to 1945, served in U.S. Army from 1945 to 1947, as a Sergeant in Co. C., 712th Military Police Battalion at The Army War College, in Washington D.C., and...
Melissa Strickland
Feb 14, 2024
Melissa Hughes Strickland, born in Jacksonville, FL, on December 30, 1969, passed away at 54 years old, surrounded by loved ones on February 14, 2024, in Valdosta, GA. She is survived by her only child, Sara Danielle Strickland, her deceased husband’s family in Lake Park, GA, and her maternal family in Jacksonville, FL. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert...
Lisa Michelle Peters
Feb 11, 2024
Lisa Michelle Peters – 51 Of Lowndes County, Georgia passed away on February 11, 2024 at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta. She was born on March 19, 1972 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late William “Buddy” Lamar Williams and Linda Joyce (Barwick) Marlett. She worked as a Nutritionist with the Lowndes County Board of Education at Pine Grove Elementary School...
Elizabeth Jayne Odum
Feb 10, 2024
Elizabeth Jayne Odum, 84 of Lenox, GA passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Tift Regional Medical Center. Jayne was born on August 4, 1939, in Ashville, NC to the late John Blanchard Randall and Ester Mae Quimby. Before her retirement she worked as an LPN caregiver for several families and was a member of the Auxiliary Group Southwell...
Timothy Louis Shuman
Feb 8, 2024
Timothy L. Shuman- 62 Of Naylor, Georgia passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024. He was born on September 2, 1961, in Cordele, Georgia to the late Walter Shuman and Mary Faye Lewis Shuman. Timothy loved his family and grandchildren very much. He spent five years breaking in horses; he loved trail riding; he rode bare back before getting a...
Beverly Ann Stalvey Gibson
Feb 6, 2024
Beverly Ann Stalvey Gibson Of Naylor, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at South Georgia Medical Center with family by her side. She was born on May 5, 1957, in Hahira, Georgia to the late Winston and Ruth Stalvey. Beverly was an outdoor enthusiast, with a love for animals, especially cats. She was a hair stylist and owner/operator...
Herman Armin Maier, Iii
Feb 5, 2024
Herman “Armin” Maier, III, passed away on February 5, 2024. His spirit was strong but his heart was weak, and the Lord called him home. He was dearly loved by many, many friends and family for his vibrant personality, amazing wit, and brilliant memory for all things relevant to every person in the room. He always had the perfect story,...
William Hardage Watkins
Feb 5, 2024
William “Bill” H. Watkins, 70 of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center. Bill, as he was known by family and friends, was born on November 28, 1953, to the late Horace William and Mary Ruth Hardage Watkins in Waycross, Georgia. He enjoyed watching Georgia Bulldog football, going to the mountains and being...
David Lawrence Roffe
Feb 4, 2024
David Lawrence Roffe, age 44, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on February 4, 2024, at his residence. He was born on January 16, 1980, in Hahira, Georgia to Robert Lawrence Roffe and his mother, Barbara Jean (Sirmans) Raby. David enjoyed playing video games along with fishing, and swimming in the springs. He was a veteran of the United States Army...
Deborah "Debbie" Ann Studstill
Feb 4, 2024
Deborah “Debbie” Ann Studstill – 63 Of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at her sister’s home. She was born on June 24, 1960 in Montgomery, Pennsylvania to the late Roland Solomon and Geraldine Allen Bennett. She retired from the Valdosta State Prison where she worked for over 20 years as a Corrections Officer. She loved people...
Mark Edward Anderson
Jan 28, 2024
Mark Edward Anderson – 61 Of Nashville, Georgia passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at his home. He was born on October 30, 1962 in Langley, Virginia to the late Kenneth Anderson, Sr. and Violet Mae (Phegley) Anderson. Mark served his country in the United States Air Force and retired after 22 years. During his time in the service,...
Timothy David "Timmy" Holmes
Jan 27, 2024
Timothy David “Timmy” Holmes, 52 of Hahira, GA passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center. Timmy was born on August 12, 1971, to Clarence and Donna Holmes in Valdosta, GA. He was a cancer survivor that loved to sing, make people laugh and work in the yard. He enjoyed the outdoors and had a great...
Vernon Doyle Spells
Jan 24, 2024
Vernon Doyle Spells – 62 Of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at his home. He was born on October 30, 1961 in Hahira, Georgia to the late William Lee Spells and Voleta Orene Spells. He was a carpenter and plumber and was known for being very creative and talented with his carpentry skills. He enjoyed watching...
Anne Morris Carr
Jan 23, 2024
Anne Morris Carr – 85, of Valdosta, GA, formerly Somerville, TN, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Langdale Place. Born on April 23, 1938, in Somerville, TN, to the late Fate and Lucille (Chambers) Morris. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 32 years, Gene Carr. Anne was a dedicated wife, mother, and beloved...
Deloras Courson
Jan 23, 2024
Deloras Courson, age 70, of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on January 22, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 10, 1953, Valdosta, Georgia to the late Chester Edward Moore and Myrtle (Delk) Adams. Mrs. Deloras loved spending time with her family, fishing and travelling on short trips. She worked for Farmers and Merchants...
Joseph Thomas Henkels Jr.
Jan 20, 2024
Joseph Thomas Henkels, Jr., USAF Retired MSgt, age 78, of Ray City, Georgia passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on July 7, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Joseph Sr. and Marie (Ambrose) Henkels. He was a Knight of Columbus Council 4913, American Legion 366, and a disabled American veteran. He...
Leonard Laverne Hancock
Jan 18, 2024
Leonard Laverne Hancock – 61 Of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. He was born on December 22, 1962 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Willard Benjamin Hancock and Orene (Singletary) Hancock. He was a carpenter by trade and worked in the construction industry for many years. Survivors include his...
Mary Joann Jernigan
Jan 17, 2024
Mary Joann Jernigan, age 80, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on January 17, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 15, 1943 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late J.C. and Jewell (Courson) McLeod. Joann enjoyed shopping, spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids. She also enjoyed eating out and hearing her son...
Larry Joseph Baker
Jan 16, 2024
Larry Joseph Baker – 80 Of Ashburn, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. He was born on January 11, 1944 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Olen Baker and Mildred Baker. Larry served his country in the United States Navy. He worked with the State of Georgia as a Correctional...
Monteen Lois Clanton
Jan 16, 2024
Lois Monteen Clanton, age 92, of Orlando, Florida passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She was born on February 25, 1931 in Stockton, Georgia to the late Leon and Eva Mae (Timmerman) Johnson. She is preceded in death by her husband, Byron LaVerne Clanton and parents, Leon Johnson and Eva Mae Johnson. She is survived by Son, Byron Jerry...
