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Deloris Dampier
Sep 2, 2023
Deloris Wilson Dampier, age 74, of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 30, 1949, in Millen, Georgia to the late John Henry and Minnie Blanch (Weeks) Wilson. Deloris loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Most Saturday nights, you could find her dancing...
Robert Andrew Rose
Sep 1, 2023
Robert Andrew Rose, better known as Robby or Rob to his friends, 45, of Pavo, GA passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023. Robert was born on December 21, 1977 in Fort Lauderdale, FL to Richard and Kathleen Ward Rose. Robert made his living as a salesperson. He could make a sales pitch that would have you wanting to buy...
Richard Thomas Herrington
Aug 31, 2023
Richard "Rick" Thomas Herrington, 71, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at his home. Richard was born on February 2, 1952 in Valdosta, GA to Leon and Sue Fender Herrington. Richard enjoyed being around his friends and family. He liked to cook, do crossword puzzles, and debate politics. He is preceded in death by his parents....
William Ronald Saxton
Aug 31, 2023
William Ronald Saxton – 69 Of Ray City, Georgia passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at his home. He was born on January 6, 1954 in Sylvia, North Carolina to the late Kenneth Saxton and Hattie Mae (Matthews) Saxton. He worked with Wal-Mart as a Receiver in the Pharmacy Warehouse where he retired after 29 years. He enjoyed being...
James Harold Bartenhagen
Aug 30, 2023
James Harold Bartenhagen – 60 Of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. He was born on April 2, 1963 in Muscatine, Iowa to James Weldon Bartenhagen and Julia Ann (Soltwedel) Bartenhagen. He was the Facility Maintenance Team Lead at Mauser Packaging Solutions in Homerville, Georgia where he worked. He was of the Baptist faith and a member...
Eritus Sonny Paulk
Aug 27, 2023
Eritus Sonny Paulk, 77 of Valdosta, GA passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at his residence. Sonny was born September 21, 1945, to the late Edna and William Paulk in Willacoochee, GA. Mr. Paulk, a decorated veteran, served 4 years from 1968 to 1972 in the United States Army as a sharpshooter infantryman. He...
Blanche Dean Hogan
Aug 26, 2023
Blanche Dean Cone Hogan, 91, of Hahira, GA passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 26, 2023. Blanche was born on October 20, 1931, in Dasher, GA to Van Buran and AvaNell Moore Wisenbaker. She is preceded in death by her parents, first husband, Curtis J. Cone, and second husband, J.W Hogan; brothers, Grover A. Wisenbaker, Ronald B. Wisenbaker;...
George Shelton Frier
Aug 26, 2023
George Shelton Frier, 80 of Valdosta, GA passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 16, 1942, to the late Mary Lou (Arnold) and Olive Frier in Clyattville, GA. Shelton was a member of Abundant Life Church of God and owner of a family business, Union Body Shop...
Nelda Jean Hutto
Aug 24, 2023
Nelda “Jean” Hutto 80, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 31, 1942 in Ray City, Georgia to the late Jesse Allen Britt and Jeanette (Freeman) Green. She worked as the Huddle House Manager for many years. She enjoyed cooking, puzzles, traveling and cane...
Teresa Ann Hall
Aug 23, 2023
Teresa Ann Hall, 70, of Naylor, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at her home. Teresa was born on December 3, 1952 in Naylor, Georgia to Marion and Verdie Powell Harnage. She loved being with her family but her grandchildren held a special place in her heart. She would spend many hours playing with them. She would spend...
Thomas Frederick Rumph
Aug 21, 2023
Thomas Frederick Rumph, age 78, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on October 7, 1944, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late LC and Audrey Sally (Simpson) Rumph. Thomas served in the United States Navy. Following his service to his country, he worked as a firefighter with the Air...
Brenda Pierce Ray
Aug 21, 2023
Brenda Pierce Ray, 81, of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at her home. Brenda was born on December 9, 1941 in Lakeland, Georgia to R.M and Maggie Bass Pierce. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She devoted her life to serving her family. During her life, she was a member of Unity Methodist Church of...
Betsy Capps Pearce
Aug 21, 2023
Betsy Capps Pearce – 79 of Lake Park, GA and North Palm Beach, FL passed away and was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at her residence in Lake Park, GA on August 21, 2023. She was born on December 12, 1943 in Selma, NC to the late Hubert & Clentis (Wall) Capps. Betsy married...
Jenny Hinson Mullinax
Aug 21, 2023
Jenny Hinson Mullinax - 87 Of Naylor, Georgia passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at SGMC. She was born on September 10, 1935, to Jimmy and Eva King. Jenny attended Good Hope Baptist Church and loved playing instruments. She enjoyed sewing and spending time with her daughter, Linda. Jenny loved her precious grandkids. Along with her parents, she is...
Bernice Hall Royals
Aug 21, 2023
Bernice H Royals, 79, of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at Berrien Nursing Center. Bernice was born on September 23, 1943 in Lakeland, Georgia to the late Horace and Lou Bertha Alred Hall. Bernice was a beloved wife and mother. She devoted her life to caring for her family and their needs, especially cooking for them....
Madalene Henderson Dodd
Aug 20, 2023
Madalene Henderson Dodd, age 82, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on August 20, 2023. She was born on November 22, 1940, in Homerville, Georgia to the late John and Rosetta (Padgett) Henderson. She retired from The Krystal Company, Valdosta, Georgia as the Store Manager. She was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide football fan. She loved the Lord, her children and...
Donald Jerome Hendley
Aug 15, 2023
Donald Jerome Hendley, age 75, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at his residence. He was born on October 25, 1947, in Nashville, Georgia to the late Howell Hendley and Virginia (Luke) Hendley. Donald served his country in the United States Army and was a decorated combat veteran in Vietnam. He owned and operated Hendley Custom...
John Wesley Pruitt Sr.
Aug 11, 2023
John Wesley Pruitt, Sr. – 82 of Lakeland, GA passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born on October 20, 1940, in Naylor, GA to the late Fred & Inez (Carter) Pruitt. John began serving his country early in life while serving with the United States Navy. His love for his country...
Melba Doris Mathis Smith
Aug 11, 2023
Melba Doris Lewis Mathis Smith- 96 of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023, at the Lakeland Convalescent Villa after a brief illness. She was born on March 27, 1927 in Berrien County, GA to the late William Marshall Lewis and Versie Lee Warren Lewis. Ms. Melba was a homemaker, loved cooking for her family, especially her grandchildren,...
Carolyn Geneva Ecker
Aug 11, 2023
Carolyn Geneva Ecker, 81, of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023, at her home. Carolyn was born on January 19, 1942 in Lakeland, Georgia to J.R and Thelma Jacobs Fender. She worked many years as a nurses aid in different facilities. She enjoyed sewing, reading, and doing arts and crafts. She is preceded in death by her...
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