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Bobette Kersey Pollette

Bobette Kersey Pollette

Oct 19, 2020

Bobette Kersey Pollette, 79 of Valdosta and formerly of Baxley, Georgia went to be with the Lord, Monday, October 19, 2020 at her son’s home in Valdosta, Georgia after an illness and surrounded by her loving family and a caring hospice team. Bobette was one of 17 siblings she loved very much; and was also a lifelong loving care taker....

Allison Lea Tanner

Allison Lea Tanner

Oct 19, 2020

Allison Lea Tanner – 55 of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Monday October 19, 2020 at her residence. She was born on May 27, 1965 in Jacksonville, FL to the late Betty (Galbraith) and William Tanner. Allison enjoyed reading, cooking, listening to music, and gardening. She also loved to spend time with her grandkids and going to the beach. She...

James "Roy" Thornton

James "Roy" Thornton

Oct 19, 2020

James “Roy” Thornton – 74 of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Monday October 19, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center – Lanier Campus. He was born on May 1, 1946 in Lakeland, Georgia to the late Hazel Brogdon Plair and the late William David Thornton. Roy was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He enjoyed singing at...

Christian Braren

Christian Braren

Oct 19, 2020

Christian “Chris” Braren – 67 of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on October 19, 2020 at his residence. He was born on July 6, 1954 in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Aline (Keen) and Edward Braren Sr. He was a plumber by trade and he attended Landmark Calvary Holiness Church. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother,...

Michael Ray Willett

Michael Ray Willett

Oct 19, 2020

Michael Ray Willett – 79 Of Lakeland, GA passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at the Fellowship Home of Nashville. He was born on July 5, 1941 in Evansville, IN to the late Wilma Ester (Wick) Faulk and Thomas Edward Willett. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by one sister, Chris Willett. Michael served in the...

Sarah Louise Warren

Sarah Louise Warren

Oct 18, 2020

Sarah Louise Warren – 49 of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on October 18, 2020 in her home after a lengthy illness. She was born on March 22, 1971 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Kathryn Anne Walker and the late Hollis Farrell Warren. Along with her father, she is preceded in death by her sister, Stephanie Thompson and her paternal and...

Joseph A. Chalfant

Joseph A. Chalfant

Oct 17, 2020

Joseph A Chalfant Joseph A Chalfant passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2020 while traveling home from Siesta Key, FL in Lake Park, GA. He was traveling with his wife of 49+ years, Judith Chalfant. Joe was loved and cherished by his entire family, and especially his beloved wife Judy. Joe was a dedicated family man and loved spending time...

Thomas N. "Tom" Young

Thomas N. "Tom" Young

Oct 17, 2020

Thomas N. “Tom” Young – 67 of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Saturday October 17, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center – Lanier Campus. He was born on May 19, 1953 in Kokomo, Indiana to the late Lucille (Porter) and Robert Young. Tom was the pastor of Unity United Methodist Church and also served several churches in Florida, Indiana...

Catherine "Taffy" Price

Catherine "Taffy" Price

Oct 17, 2020

Dr. Catherine “Taffy” Price – 73 of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Saturday October 17, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center. Catherine was born on November 30, 1946 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Catherine (Garbutt) and Brooker Blanton. She was a professor at Valdosta State University. She served as the Department Chair for Secondary Education and Instructional Technology....

Wade Russell Mccain

Wade Russell Mccain

Oct 17, 2020

Wade Russell McCain – 68 of Homerville, Georgia passed away in Select Specialty Hospital of Tallahassee Florida on Saturday October 17, 2020. He was born on June 21, 1952 in Homerville, Georgia to the late William “Buck” McCain and Betty Lee McCain Davis. Wade was a loving father and grandfather. He enjoyed gardening and eating. Wade was always thankful. He...

Dennis Mike Stoops

Dennis Mike Stoops

Oct 15, 2020

Dennis “Mike” Stoops, 69 Of Valdosta passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2020 after an unexpected accident. Mike was born on July 10, 1951 to the late Robert W. Stoops and Louise Loraine Goulet in Brockton, MA. He was a simple man that dedicated 50 plus years to the truck driving industry and was a well known tow truck operator...

Trina Lynn Zipperer

Trina Lynn Zipperer

Oct 13, 2020

Trina Lynn Zipperer – 50 of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Tuesday October 13, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Trina was born on October 27, 1969 in Tucson, Arizona. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren as well as completing puzzles. She is survived by her parents, Darlene (Vogel) and Harold Nestor of Valdosta,...

Glyndon Lee Register

Glyndon Lee Register

Oct 12, 2020

Glyndon “Papa” Register – 70 of Lakeland, Georgia passed away on Monday October 12, 2020 in his residence, surrounded by his family. Glyndon was born on October 17, 1949 in Teeterville, GA. He was the son of the late Mary Elizabeth (Yarbrough) and Cecil Register. Glyndon served in the United States Air Force, then went on to farm for the...

Ann Marie Jones

Ann Marie Jones

Oct 12, 2020

Ann Marie Jones – 75 of Nashville, GA passed away on Monday October 12, 2020 at her home after a lengthy illness. Ann was born on August 25, 1945 in Cookstown, Ireland to the late Sarah “Sadie” Devlin and Albert Joseph Warren. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Ann enjoyed cooking, gardening, and most of all, she...

Phyllis Angela Volz

Phyllis Angela Volz

Oct 11, 2020

Phyllis Angela Volz – 62 of Quitman, Georgia passed away on Sunday October 11, 2020 after succumbing to injuries sustained in an accident. She was born on July 30, 1958 in Madison, Florida to the late Virgina (Hughes) and Norman Williams. Phyllis was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed her job as a school bus driver and was...

Willie Berg Chason

Willie Berg Chason

Oct 11, 2020

Willie Berg Chason, 88, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at his home in Lanier County surrounded by his loving family. He did not set out to achieve the American Dream, but he did. Mr. Chason was born in Lowndes County on March 2, 1932 to the late John David Chason and Edna Lineberger Chason. He was a graduate...

Jeffery Alan Lightsey

Jeffery Alan Lightsey

Oct 10, 2020

Jeffrey Alan Lightsey – 54 Of Valdosta, GA passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2020. He was born on August 3, 1966 in Lakeland, GA to the late Homer L. Lightsey and Annie Laura (Register) Lightsey. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Howard Lightsey, Sisters, Ruby Carolyn Conner and Debbie Kluyber. Survivors include: Brother,...

Franklin Hunter

Franklin Hunter

Oct 9, 2020

Franklin Hunter – 78 was born on March 3, 1942 in Ray City, GA. He is the son of the late Willene (Wood) and Chester Hunter. Franklin started working at USDA/ASCS at the age of 16 and worked until his retirement in 1995. He worked in Muscogee County, Talbotton, GA, and Harris City as an Executive Officer. He is a...

Amelia Ann Player

Amelia Ann Player

Oct 7, 2020

Amelia Ann Player – 33 of Hahira, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Amelia was born on September 18, 1987 in Valdosta, Georgia to Ander Dell Player and Elizabeth Ann (Terrell) Achor. Her battle with breast cancer began in 2012. During the last 8 years, she has fought hard and never...

Chris Oswald Smith

Chris Oswald Smith

Oct 7, 2020

Christopher “Chris” Oswald Smith – 47 of Hahira, GA passed away on Wednesday October 7, 2020. He was born on September 24, 1973 in Valdosta. GA to Marilyn (Westmoreland) Smith and Oswald Smith, Jr. Chris was a wonderful father, son, and friend. He enjoyed playing video games, the guitar, watching drag races, and spending time with his son. Chris is...

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