MCABEE, Virginia Fox McAbee (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier 21 May 2014) Virginia Fox McAbee passed away April 13, 2014 after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, William L. McAbee. She is survived by 1 son, Woodrow (Diane) McAbee of South Carolina; 1 daughter, Sally (James) Tillman of Madison; 2 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 brother Raymond (Gale) Fox of Plant City and numerous other family members. Services were held Wednesday, April 16 at Grace United Methodist Church in Tampa. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Epworth Children’s Home, 2900 Millwood Ave., PO Box 50466, Columbia, SC 29250. Beggs Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCADOO, Mattie Irvine McAdoo (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 16, 1965) Mattie Irvine McAdoo died Friday in a Tallahassee nursing home following a long illness. She was a native of Quitman but had living in Tallahassee since 1924. Survivors are a son, H. B. McAdoo of Tallahassee; a brother, W. L. Irvine of Lake City; two sisters, Mrs. Howard Harris of Sanford and Mrs. Roger Lyle of Bartow; one grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held in Madison at Oak Ridge Cemetery on Sunday.

MCAFEE, Kenneth Robert McAfee (Abstracted from http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/06/kenneth-kenny-robert-mcafee/) Kenneth “Kenny” Robert McAfee, age 45, of Fayetteville, GA gained his Wings, June 7, 2019 at his home in Fayetteville, GA. Kenny was born April 3, 1974 in Mt. View, GA to Don McAfee and the late Lyndia Ann DeLoach McAfee. Kenny graduated from Fayetteville County High School, Class of 1992. Kenny was a kicker for football during his school years and loved the Georgia Bulldogs. Survivors include his father Don and brother Derek McAfee of Fayetteville, GA. He has three nephews Jackson McAfee of Milledgeville, GA, Jared McAfee of Gray, GA, Jase McAfee of Pensacola, FL and one niece Olivia McAfee of Gray, GA. He is survived by his aunts, Sandra McAfee Ward of Columbia, SC, Faye DeLoach Lancaster of Eatonton, GA and Ramonia Deloach of Lee, FL. He is preceded in death by his late grandparents Robert and Elga Hardy of Augusta, GA and Ollie and Estelle DeLoach of Remerton, GA; his late aunts, Alma DeLoach Hingson (John) and Dorthy Smith of Valdosta, GA and uncle Nelson DeLoach of Lee, FL and many more loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Kenny in now reunited with his Mother in Heaven. The funeral service for Kenny will be at the Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Wayfare cemetery.

MCALLESTER, Eslie Elizabeth Williams McAllester (Abstracted from the 1 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Eslie Elizabeth Williams McAllester, age 57, passed away Thursday (Feb. 25, 2016). She was born May 11, 1958, which was Mother’s Day, in Chillicothe, Ohio, to Beverly Henderson Williams and Mack L. Williams Jr. She lived most of her adult life in the Southeast, after living in Fairhope, AL, for a few years, she returned permanently in 1999. She graduated from Framingham North High School, class of 1976, Framingham, MA. She was an excellent student and co-captain of the varsity cheerleading squad. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from the University of Rhode Island in 1980. While living in Augusta, GA, she became a Georgia Bulldogs fan. She loved being a nurse. She treasured her patients and enjoyed interacting with their families. During her career, she worked in the intensive care unit, home health and skilled nursing environments. Many patients and their family members continued to communicate with her after they left her care. She was also creative. Her secret desire was to be an actress. She wrote poems and children’s stories. She loved the beach and sailing. She attended Fairhope United Methodist Church. She was a loving mother, and she was extremely proud of her daughter and son-in-law, Jenifer and Jason Whitesell. She was particularly proud of them for their roles as parents to their two daughters, Lila and Reagan, whom she adored. Quite often, she spoke of her appreciation for the love and devotion shown throughout her life to her by her parents. She was a wonderful sister, and Patti will forever cherish their close and loving relationship. In addition to her daughter, son-in-law and two granddaughters of Arlington, VA, she is survived by her sister, Patricia Williams, of Fairhope, AL; aunts and uncles, Ann Godwin, of Gainesville, FL, Audrey Houston, Jane McQuaig and Patsy Sikes, all of Waycross, Roy and Rosemary Henderson, of Thomasville, Lloyd and Judy Henderson, of Fleming Island, FL, Bennie and Sue Williams, of Savannah, Frank and Debra Williams, of St. Augustine, FL, John and Marti Williams, of Ocala, FL, Pat Williams, of St. Augustine, FL; and many loving cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mack and Gladys Williams, and Myrtle and William J. Henderson, uncles, Harold Henderson, Bob Williams, Richard Williams, Francis Houston, Paul Sikes and Charles McQuaig. Her life will be celebrated at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel in Waycross Saturday.

MCALLISTER, Homer L. McAllister (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 24 April 2017) 1

Services for Homer L. McAllister of Thomasville are Wednesday April 26, 2017 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel. Interment is in Greenwood Cemetery in Cairo. Mr. McAllister died Monday, April 24, 2017 at his residence. Born December 10, 1936 in Chatham County, GA, he was the son of the late George C. McAllister and Lois Cason McAllister. He was married to Mary Cason McAllister who preceded him in death in 1982. He was a retired welder from Industrial Boiler Company and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include daughter, April (Charlie) Chaney of Thomasville; grandchildren, Matthew Chaney of Cedar Park, TX, Levi Chaney of Valdosta, David Chaney of Coolidge and Kali Chaney of Valdosta; ex-wife, Marie Chaney of Monticello, FL; stepson, Jamie Adams of Pelham, GA; and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to a wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Marilyn McAllister and four brothers, Columbus, Joe, Bobby and William McAllister.

MCALPIN, Iva Lee King McAlpin (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 31, 2005) Mrs. Iva Lee King McAlpin, 90, passed away Friday morning, Dec. 30, 2005, at the Baptist Village Nursing Home. A native of Pierce County, she lived in Florida for many years before moving back to Pierce County in 1999. She and her late husband owned and operated Ben's Grocery Store in Sneads, Fla. for many years. She was a member the Waycross Primitive Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Stephen and Rhoda Dowling King and was also preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Franklin McAlpin, who passed away in 1987, and a son, Tracy Godwin, who passed away in 1969. Survivors are two sons and a daughter-in-law, James Elmo and Betty Godwin of Callahan, Fla. and William Godwin of Blackshear; 8 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild; and other relatives. Funeral will be Sunday, 3 p.m., at the Pearson-Treadwell Chapel. Interment will be in the Blackashear Cemetery. Visitation 6 to 8 this evening at the funeral home. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online register at www.Pearson Treadwell.com Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCALPIN, William Kenneth McAlpin (Abstracted from the 24 August 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) William Kenneth “Ken” McAlpin, age 78, of Blackshear, passed away Saturday (Aug. 22, 2015) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. He was born in Waycross on Sept. 28, 1936 to the late Anna Bernhardine Asendorf McAlpin and Malcolm Canmore McAlpin III. He graduated from Blackshear High School in 1954 and attended Georgia Military College in Milledgeville. He entered the United States Army in April 1957 serving with the 4th Armored Division. His basic training was in Ft. Hood, TX, and he was stationed in Nurnberg, Germany until 1959. He continued his education in 1960 at the University of Georgia, graduating in 1962 with a BS in business administration. He was a member of Sigma Pi fraternity. After his graduation from college, he was employed by National Biscuit Company in Jacksonville, FL, Ford Motor Company in Atlanta, International Harvester in Indianapolis, IN, and Frigidaire Corporation in Atlanta. Returning to Blackshear in 1973, he served as president of The Blackshear Bank, now PrimeSouth Bank, until his retirement in 1986. He was a member of the Blackshear Presbyterian Church where he had served as an elder but was attending Emmanuel Baptist Church at the time of his death. For some years, he was active in the Meals on Wheels program and the Blackshear Exchange Club. He liked to read in his spare time and was an avid sports fan, especially rooting for the Georgia Bulldogs. His maternal grandparents, Cord Asendorf and Bernhardine Hagen Asendorf, arrived in Savannah in the late 1800s. They were from Osterholz and Lehe, Germany. His paternal grandparents came to Blackshear in 1892 from Mayo, LaFayette County, FL. Malcolm Canmore McAlpin, Jr. and his bride of a few months, Elsie Mae Thompson McAlpin, arrived in Blackshear where he would serve as the first cashier of The Blackshear Bank until his death in 1923. Upon his death, his son, Malcolm Canmore McAlpin III, (who was working with the Citizens and Southern National Bank in Savannah) returned to Blackshear to serve as cashier. He held this position until his death in 1941. In addition to his parents, also preceding him death was his brother, Malcolm Canmore McAlpin, IV. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Constance “Connie” Gaskill McAlpin, of Blackshear; his children, William Kenneth McAlpin II and Christine Phyllis McAlpin, both of Jacksonville, FL, Michael Charles McAlpin of Blackshear, Greta McAlpin Fancho of Cartago, Costa Rica, and Martha McAlpin Johnson of Grimesland, NC; 4 grandsons, Maddox Connor McAlpin, Bryant Scott Jones, Sebastian Fancho, and Nicolas Fancho; his mother-in-law, Dorothy Gaskill of Blackshear; his sister, Anna McAlpin (John) Fesperman of Waycross; his brother-in-law, Roger (Carmen) Gaskill of Kokomo, IN; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Tuesday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Blackshear City Cemetery.

MCANDREW, Charles Norman McAndrew (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 18, 2007) HOMERVILLE - Charles Norman McAndrew, 73, passed away Wednesday (Aug. 15, 2007) in the Louis Smith Memorial Hospital, following an extended illness. He was born Dec. 15, 1933 in Bay, Ark., to the late John William Wesley McAndrew and Ester Johnson McAndrew. He was a retired U. S. Army Master Sergeant with 23 years of service, 18 years in the medical field, with service time in Vietnam. He also worked for the Texas Department of Corrections in the infirmary. He was a member of 2

Hoboken Lodge No. 740 F&AM, Hoboken; St. Joseph Valley Lodge No. 4, F&AM, Niles, Mich.; charter and founding member of Dentsville Masonic Lodge No. 398, Dentsville, S.C.; Royal Arch, St. Joseph Valley Chapter No. 2 RAM, Niles, Mich.; Niles Council No. 19 R&SM, Niles, Mich.; Niles Commandery No. 12, Saladin Shriners, A.A. ONMS of Grand Rapids, Mich.; Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of South Bend, Ind.; Knights of the York Cross of Honour; Western Michigan York Rite College No. 10, Grand Rapids, Mich.; Rock of Ages Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests, Mich., Grand Convention Order of High Priesthood, Priesthood, Mich.; Areme Chapter No. 101 Waycross, NCOA, Disabled American Veterans, Georgia No. 70. A memorial service will be held today at 5 p.m. in the Roundtree Funeral Home Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation. The family requests no flowers and donations be made to the Shrines Children's Hospital. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the McAndrew family

MCANDREW, Jolen May Hungerford McAndrew (Abstracted from the 10 July 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A memorial service for Jolen May Hungerford McAndrew was held Saturday afternoon at Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Honorary pallbearers were members of the Eastern Star.

MCARDLE, Dennis McArdle (Abstracted from the 7 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HEADLAND, AL — Dennis McArdle, age 88, said goodbye to a long siege of pain and suffering on Tuesday (Sept. 4, 2018) in the Extendicare Health and Rehabilitation Center. The funeral will be in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel. A graveside service will follow in Gardens of Memory, between Headland and Dothan. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Kindred Hospice, 2740 Headland Ave., Dothan, AL 36303. He was born June 5, 1930 and grew up in the Center Church Community, near Webb. His parents were Van Buren and Ollie Wade McArdle. He was a great provider for his family and worked very hard most of his life farming and later working on aircraft at Ft. Rucker and Pemco. He was one of six brothers and was preceded in death by Eugene, Wade and Rudolph. He was a member of the Center Baptist Church. Surviving relatives include his wife, Ganarah Hand McArdle, a daughter, Melanie Pitchford (Tim), Columbia, two sons, Tim McArdle (Sherrie), Pekin, IL, and Todd McArdle (Joan), of Waycross, two brothers, Buren McArdle (Cynthia), of Dothan, and Larry McArdle (Martha), of Ashford. He leaves a legacy of eight grandchildren, April Black (Bryan), Jay Pitchford (Minh), Jason McArdle (Julie), Amanda Waltemyer (Chad), Molly Shock (Travis), Cimelia McArdle, Seth McArdle (Josie) and Savannah Betten (Niek), and 13 great- grandchildren. Holman-Headland Mortuary is serving the family.

MCARTHUR, Charles William McArthur Sr. (Abstracted from the 3 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Charles William McArthur Sr., age 85, of Waycross, died Thursday (Oct. 1, 2015) at his residence following a short illness. Born June 2, 1930 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was a son of the late Charles H. and Dorothy Jane Corris McArthur. He lived for many years in Chesterland, OH, before moving to Waycross in 1972. He worked for General Electric in Cleveland, served as a sheriff’s deputy in Geauga County, Ohio, and worked in the paint department at Walmart in Waycross. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church. He was a veteran, having served in the US Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John McArthur. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Margaret Justice McArthur; 5 children, Sam McArthur of Alma, Charlie McArthur of Waycross, Kevin (Angie) McArthur of Brantley County, Dorothy Jane Woodard of Waycross, and Richard McArthur of Waycross; 8 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Douglas McArthur; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Sunday at Hart Funeral Home. Memorialization is by cremation.

MCARTHUR, Neville McArthur, Jr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 22, 1957) Neville McArthur, Jr., of Miami, died Monday in a Miami hospital as the result of injuries received in a Miami traffic accident Sunday February 17, in which two sisters were killed. Young McArthur was the son of J. N. McArthur, who was connected with the Madison High School as Agriculture teachers here many years ago. His mother is Mrs. J. R. O’Neal, of Miami. McArthur had been an instructor at William and Mary College, and recently transferred to the faculty of Miami University. He was 35 years old and unmarried. He lived here in his childhood.

MCBEE, Benny Lavell McBee Sr. (Abstracted from the 14 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Benny Lavell McBee Sr., age 73, died Tuesday (May 12, 2015) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House Satilla an extended illness. He was a native of Pierce County, but lived most of his life in Waycross. He was a self-employed contractor who served in the United States Navy. He was the son of the late Benny Washington McBee and Mary Alice Knight McBee. Survivors include 3 children, Benny Lavell McBee Jr., of Vavista, CA, Christina Lynn Castillo, of Yucaipa, CA, and Christopher Wade McBee, of 3

Waycross; 5 grandchildren; 1 brother, Johnny McBee, of Waycross; 2 sisters, Audrey Burgeson and Janice Crews; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

MCBEE, Demory Hillman McBee, Jr. (Abstracted from the 15 September 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Demory Hillman McBee, Jr., age 43, of Douglas, GA, passed away Tuesday September 12, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Mr. McBee was born July 3, 1974, in Augusta, GA, to Demory Hillman McBee, Sr. and Carol Lamb McBee Burch. Mr. McBee was preceded in death by a brother, Delmar McBee. Mr. McBee was employed by Benton Garage as an auto mechanic. Survivors include three children: Kirsten McBee, Shelby Lynn McBee and Dylan McBee all of Blackshear, GA, father: Demory Hillman McBee, Sr. of Tavares, FL, mother: Carol Lamb Burch of Douglas, GA, two brothers: Jamie Cribbs and Shannon McBee both of Douglas, GA, one grandson: Bentley McBee of Blackshear, GA, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The memorial service and inurnment will be held at a later date. Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCBRIDE, Crystal LaShae McBride (Abstracted from the 3 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Crystal LaShae McBride, age 24, of Waycross, died suddenly Thursday (June 28, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross. She was born in Waycross to Bryant Rawls and the late Shamekia McBride and lived in Jacksonville and Waycross for most of her life. She lived a life of passion that included being a loving mother of her four sons, she always had a smile on her face and enjoyed dancing and living life. She is survived by her four sons, Derrick McBride, Kingston McBride, Levi McBride, Tristan McBride, all of Waycross; her father, Bryant Rawls of Waycross; three sisters, Patricia McBride of Waycross, Bryshae McBride of Waycross, Tyesha Truett of Odum; three brothers, Bryant Rawls Jr. of New York, NY, Zalon Rawls of Waycross, Donovan Rawls of Waycross; a maternal grandfather, Clint McBride of Waycross; two special aunts, Angela Rawls, of Jacksonville, FL, Sheila Kite, of Salisbury, NC; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Saturday at Congregational First Born Church in Waycross. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCBRIDE, John Wallace McBride (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 3 August 2016) John Wallace McBride, age 94, passed away August 3, 2016 in Perry, FL. John was born January 1, 1922 in Trenton, TN to Thomas E. McBride and Mattie (Hunt) McBride. John honorably served our country in the United States Air Force during WWII. John worked with Proctor and Gamble Perry Buckeye as a manager for over 30 years, retiring in 1982. He was a lifetime member of the Perry Elks club; he was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Perry since 1954. He was a long time Florida State Seminole Booster and an all-around sports fan. John was preceded in death by his parents Thomas E. McBride and Mattie (Hunt) McBride; his beloved wives, Mrs. Lola McBride and later Mrs. Virginia McBride; his brothers, Wade McBride and Willie McBride; his sister, Juanita Phelan; his great grandchildren Kaytlin and Ashley Simpson. Mr. McBride is survived by his daughter Berinda (Donald) Mosley; step son Bill (Gina) Vickery; step daughter, Glenda (Mike) Mitchell; grandchildren, Bruce (Katrina) Schramm and great grandson Gryffin; SuEllen Simpson and great grandchildren Noel Simpson, Cameron McCranie, Ayanna Sibley, and Ayden Simpson, step granddaughter Meagan (Ryan) Black and great grandsons William and Bennet Black; step granddaughter Tonya (Kevin) Johnson and great granddaughters Brooke and Brittani Johnson; step granddaughter Michelle Counce; step granddaughter Heather Mosley and great granddaughter Sarinah Anthony; step grandson Donnie Mosley and great granddaughters Meagan and Harley Mosley; step grandson Jimmy Houck; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Per Mr. McBride’s request no services are planned. Those who wish can make memorial donations to Big Bend Hospice in his memory. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCBRIDE, Mack Henderson McBride – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 2 September 2020) June 26, 1937 - September 2, 2020

MCBRIDE, Mildred Nell McBride (Abstracted from the November 8, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Mildred Nell McBride, 64, of Nahunta, passed away Thursday (Nov. 7, 2013) at her residence following a brief illness. Born in Dallas, TX, she was the daughter of Azora and Lillie Mae Johnson McBride. She attended Raybon Church of God of Prophecy. She loved gardening, crafts and housework. Survivors include 3 sons and a daughter-in-law, Lee Bouldin (Glenda), of Nahunta, Larry Downey, of Dallas, TX, and James Downey, of Dallas, TX; 2 daughters and a son-in-law, Darla Jones, of Dallas, TX, and Shanna Childress (Glenn), also of Dallas; 14 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; a brother, Thomas McBride, 4 of Dallas; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorialization will be by cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

MCCABE, Gerald Michael McCabe (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 10 September 2020) Gerald Michael "Mike" McCabe, age 71, of Thomasville, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at his residence. A funeral service will be at Victory Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Born September 13, 1948 in Roseboro, NC, he was a son of the late William Judson McCabe and Bessie Cashwell McCabe. He married Gloria Jean Hedges McCabe on January 15, 1966 in Perry, FL. Mike was a loving father, family man, friend and workaholic. He was a Jack of all trades and mastered all of them. He is survived by his wife Gloria Jean McCabe, 2 sons Larry McCabe (Lori), Earl McCabe (Kelly) all of Thomasville, a daughter Lynn Maples (Tony) of Pavo, Debbie Blackman of Moultrie; his grandchildren Eli McCabe, Julianna McCabe, Ethan McCabe, Garret McCabe, Karly McCabe, Jayden Carter, Aria Carter, Layla Carter, Landon Maples and Waverly Maples, a sister Betty Marshburn and nephew Wayne Marshburn both of Thomasville. Arrangements by Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home.

MCCAFFREY, Robert Michael McCaffrey (Abstracted from the 18 April 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert Michael “Mike” McCaffrey, age 77, of Blackshear, passed away Tuesday (April 16, 2019) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. Born in Childersburg, AL, Aug. 7, 1941, he lived in Jacksonville, FL for many years before moving to Pierce County 13 years ago. He retired from CSX Transportation where he worked as a special agent with the railroad police. Collecting railroad memorabilia was his hobby and his collection was extensive. He was a member of First Baptist Church – Blackshear – where he was in the Enriched Sunday School class. He also served on the Counting Committee and helped to organize Operation Christmas Child. He was a son of the late Glenn and Helen Owens McCaffrey. He was also preceded in death by a son, James Gregory Harper. Survivors include his wife of 24 years, Jo Ann McSwain McCaffrey, of Blackshear; two sons, Jon McCaffrey of Jacksonville, FL, and Charles (Dana) McCaffrey of Sarasota, FL; a brother, Glenn Arthur (Julie) McCaffrey of Greenwood, SC; a grandson, Ryan Gregory; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation. Memorials may be made to the Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 811 Beacon St., Waycross, GA 31501.

MCCAIN, Susie Griffis McCain (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, 15 April 2015) Mrs. Susie Griffis McCain, age 87, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2015 in the Clinch HealthCare, Homerville, following an extended illness. Mrs. McCain was born November 16, 1927, in Homerville, to the late Seward Griffis and Vera Bell Futch Griffis. She was retired from B-Way, was a member of the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, the Order of Easter Star and enjoyed going to the Fargo Senior Citizens. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie M. McCain; three brothers, Joe Gus Griffis, Marvin Griffis and Mitchell Griffis; two sisters, Sarah Lee Pittman and Vera Winnell Peach. Survivors are 1 daugh- ter and son-in-law, Nancy (Robert L.) Shaw, Jr. of Homerville; 1 son and a daughter-in-law, Robert (Sharon) McCain of Homerville; 1 sister, Laura D. Maine of Valdosta; 3 grandchildren, Kerri Shaw and Jim Lytle of Harker Heights, TX, Robert Kyle Shaw of Homerville and Kinsey E. McCain of Pooler, GA; 2 great-grandchildren, Kylee Shaw Smithwick of Homerville and Zachary Shaw of Wilberton, OK; 1 great-great-grandchild, Nickolai D. Smithwick of Homerville; a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial services were held April 11, 2015 in the Trinity Baptist Church. Memorialization was by cremation. Roundtree Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCAIN, W. E. McCain (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 14, 1972) William Edward McCain, age 95, died Friday in the hospital at Madison after a long illness. He was born in Tangipahoa, LA but had been living in Madison since 1925. He retired from the Brooks-Scanlon Lumber Company about 21 years ago. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Madison. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. W. E. McCain of Madison; 2 sons, Joseph S. McCain of Madison and John W. McCain of Clearwater Beach; 2 daughters, Mrs. John H. Baker of Savannah, GA and Mrs. James J. Tucker of Madison; 7 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Saturday in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCCAIN, Wade Russell McCain (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 17 October 2020)

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Wade Russell McCain, age 68, of Homerville, GA passed away in Select Specialty Hospital of Tallahassee, FL on Saturday October 17, 2020. He was born on June 21, 1952 in Homerville, GA 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 was an entertainer and had a keen sense of humor. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Paul McCain. Survivors include his loving Companion of 31 years: Theresa Davis Leonard Homerville, GA; children: Eric Wade McCain of Fargo, GA, Libby and Chris Billotto of Monroe, NC, Jason and Heather McNeely of Monroe, NC, Phillip and Jenni Leonard of Monroe, NC; 4 grandchildren Trent, Gavin, Alyssa, C.J; brother and sister in law: Norman and Vivian McCain of Arabia Community; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia M. and Franklin Smith of Yulee, FL. As per his wishes he will be cremated and private services will be held. The McCain family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

MCCALL, Dan McCall (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday January 7, 1904) Dan McCall, colored, was shot and instantly killed Sunday at about 7 o’clock at Ellaville. No record was found of the burial

MCCALL, Eliza McCall (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, July 28, 1904) Eliza McCall died July 21st. She complained of choking in the throat in the morning and by night she was dead. She was a member of the S. M. B. She leaves a husband and several children to mourn her loss and they have the sympathy of their many friends. No record was found of the burial

MCCALL, Emma Girardeau McCall (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 2, 1954) Mrs. G. C. McCall, a former Madisonian, died at the Long Island home of her daughter, Mrs. Winslow Sawyer, the past week. Mrs. McCall was a native of Monticello, the former Miss Emma Girardeau. Survivors are one son, G. C. McCall, Jr., the daughter, Mrs. Sawyer, and several grandchildren.

MCCALL, Ethel Louise Brinson McCall (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 11 March 2021) Ethel Louise Brinson McCall went home to be with her Lord and Savior March 11, 2021 at the age of 88 at Haven Hospice in Lake City. FL. Ethel was born June 10, 1932 in Plant City, FL. She was the 4th child of Stafford Allen Brinson and Ollie Idella Chancey Brinson. Ethel was a member of Riverside Baptist Church in Lafayette County, FL. Ethel loved her family, especially her grandchildren, flowers, gardening and dogs. Ethel was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Audie Thomas McCall, a sister Ruth Weitman, brothers; Carl Brinson, Raymond Brinson and Ronald Brinson. She is survived by her daughters; Myra Bell (Hiram) Mayo, FL, Anita Burns (John) Tallahassee, FL, grandchildren; Gregory Bell (Debi) Perry, FL, Michelle Ginn (Matt) Greenville, FL, Jeremy Burns (Meredith) Tallahassee, FL, Rebecca Musil (Cameron) Tallahassee, FL, great-grandchildren; Mason Ginn, Cheyenne Bell, Logan Ginn, Graham Burns, Emmeline Burns, Max Musil, sister Judy Snipes (Marvin) Pelham, GA, brother Roy Brinson (Maggie) Cross City, FL and a host of nieces and nephews and cousins. Graveside services will be at Riverside Baptist Church Cemetery. For those wishing to do so, in lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to Haven Hospice, Lake City Florida. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

MCCALL, Mrs. F. S. McCall (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday October 24, 1901) Mrs. F. S. McCall died yesterday morning at 6 o'clock, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Quarterman, at the advanced age of eighty-five years. Mrs. McCall had been gradually failing for several months and her death was not unexpected, as she had long since passed the Biblical limit of three score and ten. She had for many years been a member of the Quitman Baptist church, and her life of kindness and charity to others evidenced her belief in Christ more strongly than mere professions. She was the mother of Capt. J. G. McCall, H. J. and W. C. McCall, Mrs. J. B. Finch, Mrs. C. M. Quarterman, Mrs. E. W. Ives of Tampa, and Mrs. J. N. Stripling of Jacksonville. The funeral service was held at the home of Mr. C. M. Quarterman this morning at 10 o'clock. The body was interred in the old cemetery. No record was found of the burial

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Ferrell “Faye” McCall, age 77, died Thursday (Feb. 25, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a short illness. She was born in Bickley but had resided in Waycross most of her life. She was a former deli manager for Winn Dixie and member of Church of God on Hicks Street. Although she hasn’t attended church recently, she had been very faithful with TV ministries. She was a daughter of the late Robert Lee Smith and Allie Herndon Smith. She was married to the late Jackie Stanton McCall. She was also preceded in death by a son, Robbie Hardrick, two grandchildren, Susan Mason and Chris Hardrick, and 11 brothers and sisters. She is survived by a son, Al Hardrick of Waycross; a daughter, Debbie (Ron) Mason of Waycross; 2 grandchildren, Roberta Hardrick of North Carolina, and Kyle Hardrick of Folkston; 6 brothers and sisters, Lillian, Pauline, Mildred, Katrina, Gail and Paul; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Sunday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Telmore Cemetery.

MCCALL, George C. McCall, Jr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 12, 1969) George C. McCall, Jr., died Friday September 5th in Cocoa Beach. He was a native of Madison Copunty and was a civil engineer. He was a member of the Episcopal Church. Surviving are a son, George C. McCall III of Jacksonville; and a daughter, Mrs. Larry Alvarez also of Jacksonville; a sister Mrs. Mary Ella McCall of Indialantic Beach. He had been connected with Cape Kennedy and Redstone Arsenal. Graveside services in Oak Ridge Cemetery were held Tuesday

MCCALL, George W. McCall (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 10, 1959) George W. McCall, age 80, of Lee, died Monday at the local hospital. He was a native of Hamilton County, but had spent most of his life farming in the Lee community. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Ollie Driggers McCall, of Lee; three daughters, Mrs.. Ola Evers and Mrs. Gladys Martin, both of Jacksonville; and Mrs. J. D. McMullen, of Lee; four sons, R. E. McCall, J. A. McCall and D. F. McCall, all of Jacksonville, and J. C. McCall, of Plant City; one brother, Ed McCall, of Live Oak; twenty grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday at Macedonia Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were grandsons, Messrs Robert E. Lee, George Lee, Chandler Evers, John W/ McCall, Ronald D. McCall and Donald Evers.

MCCALL, Guyton Bobo McCall (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida February 24, 2012) Guyton Bobo McCall, 90, died February 22, 2012, surrounded by family, following a brief illness at Piedmont Hospital. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, at Bonaventure Cemetery, in Savannah, GA. Guyton is preceded in death by his daughter, Carolyn McCall Morgan (Bob) and his brother, James E. McCall. He is survived by his wife, Jane Kollock McCall, daughters Mary Taylor (Charlie) and Anne Walker (Charles), grandchildren Richie Jones, Alicia Krogh, Chris Jones, Joseph Walker, and Andrew Walker, great-grandchildren Aiden Jones, Camilla Krogh, and Jayson Walker, and siblings Mary Love Strum, John McCall, and Frank McCall. Guyton was born June 21, 1921 in Quitman GA. He graduated from Madison High School in 1938 in Madison, FL. He attended Mercer University in Macon for two years, before he enlisted in the Army at the outbreak of WWII. He served in the Pacific Theater, and was discharged at the end of the war with the rank of First Lieutenant. While in the army, Guyton met Jane. They corresponded back and forth while he was overseas and their relationship developed into a serious courtship. They were married on June 7, 1947, at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. They settled in Atlanta and had three daughters. They were married for 64 wonderful years. Guyton received a BBA with high distinction from Emory University in Atlanta. He was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order and Alpha Kappa Psi. In 1951, he graduated Magna Cum Laude from Woodrow Wilson College of Law, with a Bachelor of Laws degree. He was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 1951. After graduation, he began work as a manufacturer’s representative. After 45 years he retired from McCall & Henry, Inc., and was able to enjoy more time with his family and other organizations. Guyton was active in many organizations in the Atlanta area and across Georgia. Some of them include: The Sons of the American Revolution, Sons of the Revolution, Society of the Ark and the Dove, Society of Colonial Wars, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Military Order of the Stars and Bars, World War II Roundtable, Old Guard of the Gate City Guard, Huguenot Society of Georgia, First Families of Georgia, and The Society of Cincinnati. Guyton was a member of the Cathedral of St. Phillip for more than sixty years. He served in lay ministries and in elder ministries. Guyton was a lover of life and devoted family patriarch. He was an avid gardener, skilled carpenter, student of genealogy, and preserver of history. He was most proud of his family and his military service.

MCCALL, Jim McCall (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 27, 1950) Jim McCall, who lived on the Hamburg Road, died last week, and was buried here Sunday afternoon.

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MCCALL, John F. McCall (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 28, 1958) Services for John F. McCall, 81 retired Perry attorney and former Judge of Taylor County Small Claims Court, who died at his home there Sunday were held Tuesday ay New Home Baptist Church in Perry with burial taking place in Quitman, GA. Judge McCall, a native of Brooks County, resided in Madison for a number of years, where he was a practicing attorney before moving to Perry in 1939. Survivors include his wife; four sons, John G. McCall, of Vicksburg, MS; Frank McCall, of Seattle, WA; Guyton McCall and Jimmy McCall, both of Atlanta; and a daughter, Mrs. Mary Lou Strum, of Springfield VA.

MCCALL, John Goldwire McCall (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, April 23, 2014) John Goldwire McCall, born July 13, 1917 in Quitman Georgia, passed away April 8, 2014 in Vicksburg, MS. He graduated from high school in Madison, FL and from Stetson University in Deland, FL. He received the ThM and ThD degrees from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. He served as a US Army chaplain in Patton's Third Army in Europe during World War II. He pastored churches in Florida, Kentucky and Mooresville, NC, before becoming pastor of First Baptist Church in Vicksburg where he served from 1952 to 1982. At the time of his death, he was Pastor Emeritus of First Baptist Church of Vicksburg. During that time he served as moderator of the Warren Baptist Association, on the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention and was President of the Mississippi Baptist Convention 1969-1970. He was also a member of the Radio and Television Commission of the Southern Baptist Commission. He served on the Mississippi College Board of Trustees for two terms. He was named Vicksburg/Warren County Man of the Year in 1975 and received the Service to Humanity Award from Mississippi College for 1975-76. Southern Seminary in Louisville, KY, honored him as Distinguished Alumnus in 1991. He was also named Mississippi College's Professor of the Year in 1991.After his retirement from First Baptist Church, Vicksburg, he taught several years at Boyce Bible College in Louisville, KY. He then came to Mississippi College where he served as professor of Christian Studies and a number of years as Chair of the Department of Christian Studies and later the Director of Church Relations. In 1998-1999, he took a sabbatical from Mississippi College and taught for eight months at the International Baptist Theological Seminary for Eastern Africa in Arusha, Tanzania. His second retirement was from Mississippi College in 2002. He continued to serve as an Interim Pastor at several churches, his last being Edwards Baptist Church where he served for 9 years, ending in February 2012.John McCall consistently preached the Gospel, proclaiming God's love, mercy, and grace for the world. He openly shared that anyone who accepted Jesus Christ as God's only Son, as their Savior would not perish, but have eternal life. He had many distinguishing Christian traits. However, perhaps the most pronounced was his Christian love, compassion, and service to his church membership and the whole community regardless of their religious denomination or status in life. In short, he was a humble, sincere, loving, forgiving Christian servant and gentleman. He was married to Wilma Grass McCall from 1949 until her death in 1983. He married Vicki Dunwoody McCall in 1984, and they made their home in Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents and his two brothers, James Edward McCall and Guyton Bobo McCall. He is survived by his wife, Vicki; sons, John (Ginger) of Long Beach, MS, and Dennis (Margaret) of Homer, GA; three grandchildren; a sister, Mary Love Strum of Jacksonville, FL; a brother, Frank Clark McCall of Seattle, WA; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service is Saturday, April 12 at First Baptist Church in Vicksburg. Burial will follow in the Vicksburg City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the John G. McCall Scholarship Fund at First Baptist Church in Vicksburg at P.O. Box 390 Vicksburg, MS 39181. Glenwood Funeral Home in Vicksburg is in charge if the arrangements.

MCCALL, Mary Remmie McCall (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 15 August 2016) Mrs. Mary Remmie McCall, age 95, of Lake Park, GA, has been called home to Jesus on August, 15, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on her grandparent's farm near Lake Park, GA on October 13, 1920 to the late Ralph Benjamin Lane and Ethel Ziegler Lane. Ms. McCall was united in marriage to Captain E. A. McCall, Attorney at Law, on June 21, 1942. Ms. McCall attended Georgia Southwestern College in Americus and later received her Bachelors in Education from Valdosta State. She taught school for many years in the Echols, Lowndes & Duval County, FL School system. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, teacher, and a faithful member of Lake Park Christian Church. Remmie was a devoted Christian, read her bible daily, and remained in constant prayer. She enjoyed writing, politics, and had a strong love for God and country. She could easily educate you on any of the above should you need it. Survivors include three daughters, Miriam Susan McCall and Rebecca Tomlinson of Lake Park, GA, Ruth Tallulah (Ken) Solarz of Upsala, MN, brother-n-law Sammy Elder of Sebring FL, daughter-in- law Donna McCall of Jacksonville, FL, 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Ms. McCall is preceded in death by a son Avon Lane McCall, a great-grandson Jonathan Asbell, Jr., brother Ralph B. Lane Jr., and three sisters Mittie Lou McCorvey, Doris Cain, and Helen Elder. Services will be held on Saturday, August 20th at Lake Park Christian Church. Burial will follow at the Lake Park cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Lake Park Christian Church or Langdale Hospice House in memory of Ms. McCall. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta. 8

MCCALL, Mildred Edwards Gaskin McCall (Abstracted from the 27 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mildred Edwards Gaskin McCall, age 79, died Tuesday (May 26, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness. She was a native of Richmond, VA, who lived most of her life in Waycross. She was formerly employed by Bennett Brothers as a bookkeeper. Formerly a very active member of First Baptist Church, Blackshear, she was currently a member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Robert Dewey Edwards and Margaret L. Ball Edwards. She was preceded in death by her first husband, James M. Gaskin, her second husband, Eugene McCall, her oldest daughter, Barbara Lee Wilder, and one brother, Richard Edwards. Survivors include 2 daughters, Catherine Silver of Waycross; and Pat (Larry) Buckins (Larry), of Waycross; 4 grandchildren, Laura Lynn Wilder, James Scott Wilder, April (Morris) Hanna and Kevin Buckins; 3 great-grandchildren, Jonathan Wilder, Charlie Hanna and Walker Hanna. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Music Funeral Home.

MCCALL, Owen Carson McCall Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Owen Carson McCall Jr., 46, of Mayo, FL passed away Friday, March 22, 2013 at Haven Hospice of Lake City following an extended illness. Carson was born May 12, 1966 in Lake City, FL, to the late Owen Carson McCall Sr. and Margaret (McClain) McCall. Carson was a native of Lafayette County and returned to Mayo in 2002 after living in Alachua County for 12 years. While living in Alachua County, he served as a sheriff’s deputy, an investigator, and a detective. In 1997, he was selected the Alachua County Officer of the Year. He was appointed Sheriff of Lafayette County in 2002 by Governor Jeb Bush and served as Sheriff from 2002 through 2008. Carson was also a former Police Chief for the town of Mayo. He was an active member of the Alton Church of God where he served on the church council. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and farming. He is survived by his wife, Sharon McCall, a daughter Shelbi McCall, and his mother, Margaret McClain McCall, all of Mayo, and many friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 25, 2013 at the Alton Church of God Family Life Center in Mayo. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alton Church of God Building Fund. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

MCCALL, Thomas McCall (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, July 13, 1905) Thomas McCall died last Thursday leaving a widow, his parents, two brothers, and a sister to mourn his loss to which we extend our sympathy. Funeral was held at the Baptist church. No record was found of the burial

MCCALL, Mr. W. F. McCall (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 20, 1950) On Wednesday, September 27, 1950, Mr. W. F. McCall departed this life at the home of his son, Luke McCall, in Spartanburg, SC. It was indeed a shock to his family and friends since his health had been considerable good, even at his age. Mr. McCall was born January 5, 1873 and spent most of his life in Madison County near Lee. A few years were spent in Avon Park. He was married to Miss Lillie Jackson in 1900. She passed away in 1916. Among those to mourn his departure are his five children, Mr. Berry McCall, of Jacksonville; Mrs. Hazel Malone, of Madison; Mrs. B. S. Lee, of Avon Park; Mr. Leslie McCall, of Lee; and Mr. Luke McCall, of Spartanburg, SC. Other survivors are four grandsons, Richard, Lorenzo, and Clifton Clark and Wayne McCall. Funeral services were held at the Lee Church.

MCCALL, Willie McCall, Sr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 8, 1971) Willie McCall, Sr., age 67, passed away Sunday January 3rd at the hospital in Madison after a lingering illness. He was a retired farmer, a member of Saint Thomas A. M. E. Church, Madison Masonic Lodge #9 and Pallbearer Lodge #22. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Emma Lamb McCall of Madison; six sons, James Leroy McCall, J. B. McCall, Willie McCall, Jr., Henry McCall, Jessie McCall and Johnnie McCall, all six of Orlando, FL; four daughter, Mrs. Emma Lou Pinkard and Mrs. Elouise Brown, both of Orlando; Mrs. Mazie Arnold and Mrs. Nellie Mae Ross, both of Madison; twenty-five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Fannie Hall of Madison; one brother-in-law, Herman Hall of Madison; one aunt, Mrs. Maggie Coleman of Madison and a number of other relatives. Funeral services will; be Sunday January 10 from the Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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(Abstracted from the 1 September 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Dorothy Anne Morris McCallum (Dot), age 88, of Broxton, GA, passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2017. Mrs. McCallum was born on March 5, 1929, in Beach, GA, to the late Robert Clay Morris and Ludie Brown Morris. She was a member of the Broxton Baptist Church where she taught Preschool Sunday School and sang in the church choir for 59 years. Mrs. McCallum had a heart for missions and taught GAs and served as Women’s Missionary Union Director for many years. Mrs. McCallum was a member of the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She leaves behind a legacy of service, a passion for history and genealogy, and a tremendous love for her family and her Lord. Survivors include a son, Jimmy (Tammie) McCallum of Ambrose, GA; 3 daughters, Joy Livesay of Raleigh, NC; Claire (Andy) Quinn of Baxley, GA; Laurie (Roger) Sutton of Kingsland, GA; 4 grandsons, Nicholas Quinn of Bloomfield, NJ; Cavender Sutton of Kingsland, GA; James Quinn of Pooler, GA; Jason McCallum of Broxton, GA; 4 granddaughters, Erin McCallum of Temple Terrace, FL; Caroline Sutton of Kingsland, GA; Kathryn Livesay of Raleigh, NC; and Stephanie Livesay of Raleigh, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Wilson McCallum. Funeral services will be Monday, September 4, 2017, at Broxton Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Deberry Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCALLUM, Rusty McCallum (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Rusty McCallum, age 50, of Lake Park passed away Thursday, November 22, 2012 at his residence. He was born in Lowndes County, GA on July 18, 1962 to the late John W. McCallum and Martha J. "Mama Jo" Zipperer of Lake Park, GA. Mr. McCallum loved to fish and spend time with family and friends. Along with his father he was preceded in death by his step-father, Billy Zipperer. Survivors include his wife: Jennifer McCallum, of Lake Park, GA; a daughter, Renee Given, of Lake Park, GA; three sons & daughter-in-law: Danny McCallum, Ricky Wood (Ann Brunot), Randy & Cindy Zipperer, all three of Lake Park, GA; a granddaughter: Lindsey Given, of Lake Park, GA; one sister: Teresa M. Carwein, of Lake Park, GA; two brothers: Wesley McCallum, of Lake Park, GA; and Jeff Zipperer, of Clyattville, GA; a special friend: Buck Hawthorne, of Clyattville, GA; and many other close friends, nieces, and nephews and close companions: Patches, Cheyenne, & Thumper. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, November 25, 2012 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow at Lake Park Cemetery in Lowndes County. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 3525 Piedmont Road, NE Building 6, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30305. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta is serving the McCallum family.

MCCAMMON, Donald Leroy McCammon (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 May 2011) Mr. Donald Leroy McCammon, age 72, of Nicholls passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. He was a native of Delaware County, IN and son of the late Cledith R. McCammon, and Lucy Casperson McCammon. Three brothers, Robert, Daune and Dane McCammon preceded him in death. Donald attended Eaton High School and worked on the family farm until retirement and was a member of Nicholls Baptist Church. Survivors include 2 sisters: Roberta (Bruce) Ballinger of Nicholls, Thelma Brown of Winter Park, FL; and 1 sister-in-law: Mary McCammon of Cedar Rapids, IA. Funeral services will be held locally on Saturday, February 12, 2011, at the Nicholls Baptist Church. The body was shipped to Eaton, IN for a funeral at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home on Tuesday February 15, 2011. Interment will follow in Gardens of Memory in Muncie. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Nicholls Baptist Church Youth Group at P. O. Box 38 Nicholls, GA 31554. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCCANN, Cecil McCann (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, August 2nd, 2014) Services for Cecil “Josh” McCann, Thomasville, are Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014, at First Newark Baptist Church. Interment is at Rosewood Cemetery in Barwick. Mr. McCann died Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014, at Archbold Medical Center. A son of the late Cecil James McCann and Eva Vanlandingham McCann, he was born July 29, 1938, in Brooks County. A graduate of Barwick School, he retired from Publix, but worked most of his life selling building supplies. On Feb. 5, 1938, in Brooks County, he married Peggy Strickland McCann. He was a member and deacon of New Growth Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Peggy S. McCann, Thomasville; 2 sons, Cecil McCann, of Thomasville, Kevin (Janean) McCann, of St. Simons Island; 2 daughters, Pam McCann, of Moultrie, Robin McCann (David) Duncan, of Thomasville; 1 sister, June McCann, of Thomasville; 5 grandsons, Bryan Davis, C.J. McCann, Joshua McCann, Adam McCann, Drew McCann; 2 granddaughters, Allison Barwick, Amanda Hobbs; and several great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the New Growth Baptist Church Building Fund, 3890 County Line Road, Thomasville, GA 31792.

MCCANN, June D. McCann (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 22 March 2016) 10

Services for June D. McCann, age 79, Boston, are Friday, March 25, 2016, at Barwick Baptist Church. Interment is at Rosewood Cemetery. Ms. McCann died Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at Archbold Medical Center. She was born in Quitman on June 29, 1936, a daughter of the late Cecil J. McCann and Eva Vanlandingham McCann. She attended Barwick High School and was a graduate of Georgia Southern University at Statesboro. She retired form Bibb County Schools as a teacher and was a substitute teacher in Thomasville City Schools. She was a member of Okapilco Baptist Church and also attended Barwick Baptist Church. Ms. McCann is survived by numerous nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews; and a sister-in-law, Peggy McCann. She was proceeded in death by sisters, Majorie Ann Martin, Jacqueline Collins; and brothers, Josh and Gary McCann. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Barwick Baptist Church.

MCCARDEL, John Wayne McCardel (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Services for John Wayne McCardel of Quitman will be Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at Pleasant Hill Baptist with interment to follow at Rosewood Cemetery in Barwick. Mr. McCardel was born on March 20, 1935 in Berlin, GA to the late Charlie Preston Royal and Sallie Irene Hiers; and the late Benjamin Clifford McCardel and Lou Annie Laster. He married Ms. Mary Helen Adams on June 15, 1959 in Ochlocknee, GA. During his life Mr. McCardel worked for Home Park Farms until his retirement. In his free time he was an avid outdoorsman and loved to hunt and fish. Mr. McCardel departed this life on Monday, August 6, 2012 at Brooks County Hospital in Quitman. Survivors to cherish his memory include his daughters Kitty Sue Mitchell (Thomas) of Dothan, AL; Tammy LaRome Meyer (Michael) of Quitman; and Dorothy Louise Humphrey (Kenny) of Pavo; son Preston Todd McCardel (Tiffenny) of Thomasville; 15 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by a son Wallace Carter McCardel; sisters Dorothy Hilton, Annie Mae Odom and Mary Harrison; brother Willie Royal; granddaughters Megan McCardel Reese and Hanna Christine McCardel. Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home.

MCCARLEY, Memory Benton McCarley (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 8 July 2019) Memory Benton McCarley, age 80, of Madison, FL departed this life on July 7, 2019 after battling an extended illness. Benton was born on June 20, 1939 in Spartanburg, SC to John and Blanche McCarley. He grew up in Clifton, SC and graduated from Cowpens High School. He had a passion for the game of baseball and played through his high school years and on in to Junior College. He was also drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates. He went on to play for the Men’s American Legion Softball League and participated in the Men’s National Softball Championship in 1969. He served in the United States Army as a drill sergeant and transitioned to the Army Reserves. He had many successful years being self-employed in the HVAC industry and received multiple awards in this industry. He has always been an avid NASCAR, Clemson Tiger and Madison County Cowboy fan. Benton loved God and his family more than anything in this world and he was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church in Madison, FL. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Clarice Kay McCarley of Madison, FL; one son, Benji (Amy) McCarley of Madison, FL; one daughter, Mimi McCarley (Justin Waters) of Hazlehurst, GA; three grandchildren, Logan and Emmy McCarley and Brailey Sparks all of Madison, FL; multiple brother and sister-in-laws; multiple nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, John (Blanche) McCarley of Spartanburg, SC; one sister Rhylma Plyler of Monroe, NC; and mother and father-in-law, Marvin (Estelle) Bass. A memorial service to celebrate his life and legacy will be held at Hopewell Baptist Church, 4611 SW CR 360, Madison, FL. Benton has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Hopewell Baptist Church Building Fund.

MCCARTER, Virginia J. McCarter (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 3 December 2017) Funeral services for Virginia McCarter, age 88, of Boston, will be Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home with interment in Rosewood Cemetery in Barwick. Mrs. McCarter was born in Barwick on August 25, 1929 to the late Wilburn H. Jarrard and Nellie Redfearn Jarrard and graduated from Barwick High School in 1947. She was employed by Warners and graduated from cosmetology school and became a self-employed beautician. A member of First Baptist Church Thomasville, she leaves to her memory, her husband Don McCarter of Boston who survives, along with four children, Charlene Bass of Thomasville, Charles Alan Smith of Chipley, FL, Jeanine Kirkland of Bainbridge, and Danny Smith of Boston; eight grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, a sister, Ruth Shepard of Boston and four step-daughters. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Brian Smith, and three brothers and six sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Southwest Georgia 114 Mimosa Drive, Suite B, in Thomasville, GA 31792.

MCCARTHY, Jo Anne McCarthy (Abstracted from the January 13, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jo Anne McCarthy, 66, died Saturday (Jan. 11, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. She was a native of Brunswick, but grew up in Camden County. She moved to Waycross in 1993. She was formerly employed by Social 11

Security Administration as a case worker. She was a member of Brooks United Methodist Church. She was the daughter of the late Andrew Cottle and Willie Mae Strickland Cottle. She was also preceded in death by one son, Joseph William McCarthy. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Herman T. McCarthy, of Waycross, and numerous other relatives. A funeral will be held Wednesday at Brooks United Methodist Church. Burial will take place at Windward Cemetery in Waverly. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCCARTHY, Kenneth Ashley McCarthy (Abstracted from the 9 September 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Kenneth Ashley McCarthy, age 63, of Waycross, died Thursday (Sept. 7, 2017) at his residence after a short illness. He was born in Waycross to Willis and Evelyn Sceals McCarthy and lived here all of his life. He was a graduate of Ware County High School class of 1972 and of the University of Georgia School of Pharmacy. He owned and operated Browning’s Pharmacy for many years. He was a member of Deenwood Baptist Church where he taught Sunday School, was a counselor with the Royal Ambassadors Program and was a deacon. He was on the board of Kingdom Care and supported many organizations. He was preceded in death by his father, Willis McCarthy. Survivors include his wife of nearly 40 years, Pie Mobley McCarthy of Waycross; two sons, Will (Kelli) McCarthy of Athens, Drew (Laura) McCarthy of Waycross; one grandson, Brooks David McCarthy; his mother, Evelyn Sceals McCarthy of Waycross; three brothers, Gary (Cindy) McCarthy of Birmingham, AL, Randy (Gail) McCarthy of Waycross, Jeffrey (Jennifer) McCarthy of Waycross; three brothers-in-law, Cricket (Sharon) Mobley of Brunswick, Bruce (Beth) Mobley of Waycross, Keith Mobley of Waycross; one sister-in-law, Mia (Jase) Redick of Blackshear; nieces and nephews, Nicole McCarthy, Natalie Seahorn, Josh McCarthy, Zack McCarthy, Nealie O’Neal, Laura McCarthy, Jacob McCarthy, Matthew McCarthy, Cason Mobley, Caleb Mobley, Shannon Connor, Dalton Redick, Jeb Redick and Ty Redick; numerous great-nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday (Sept. 15) at Deenwood Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Deenwood Baptist Church, 1505 Hilliard Ave., Waycross, GA 31503, Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, or Kingdom Care, 800 Beacon St., Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCARTHY, William Jeffery McCarthy (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) William Jeffery McCarthy, 55, who was born Feb. 18, 1958, went home to be with the Lord after a long battle of prostate cancer Wednesday (July 3, 2013) at his home surrounded by family and friends. He was a member of Bethesda Baptist Church, where he had a passion for singing that led him to be the choir director for many years. He was a walking testimony for the Lord and through him God touched the lives of many people. He was a wonderful husband, father, papa, brother and friend to all who knew him. From them: “Rest in peace, William. You will be greatly missed. We love you.” He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kelly Skipper, his mother, Blanche Worten, his father, J.E. McCarthy, a brother, Newton David Williams, and a sister, Teresa Shirey. Survivors include his wife, Carol McCarthy; two sons, Justin (Tiffany) McCarthy and Dennis (Margie) Turner; two daughters, Donna (Pete) Palmer and Bettie (Chris) Evans; two brothers, John D. Williams and James M. McCarthy; two sisters, Lori A. (Alan) Lane and Rita McCarthy; grandchildren, Allison McCarthy, William McCarthy, Linzee (Bailey) Hayes, D.J. Turner, Macie Turner, Gabrielle Turner, Charles Lindemuth; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral was held Saturday at Bethesda Baptist Church. Burial was in Bellevue Memorial Gardens, Grovetown.

MCCARTY, Randall Scott McCarty (Abstracted from the 25 August 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOBOKEN — Randall Scott “Scotty” McCarty, age 43, of Hoboken passed away Tuesday (Aug. 22, 2017) from injuries sustained in a boating accident. Born in Brunswick, he was the son of Teresa Lang and Quillian Paul McCarty of Hoboken. He was preceded in death by his mother, Teresa Lang McCarty and a niece, Teresa Maylee McCarty. “Scotty,” as he was known to most, was a track inspector for CSX Railroad and a member of Grace Community Church of God. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and Georgia Bulldog fan, who loved spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Marian Pittman McCarty of Hoboken; a son, Jordan Scott McCarty (Kassidy Chancey) of Hoboken; a daughter, Chasity Leane McCarty (James Goolsby) of Hoboken; grandson, Ryder Scott McCarty of Hoboken; father, Quillian (Jena) McCarty of Hoboken; two brothers, Darin Lee McCarty and Matthew William Judd both of Hoboken; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Melissa McCarty (Bruce) White of Nahunta, and Kayli McCarty (Roger) Hartley of Hoboken; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Saturday at Grace Community Church of God. Burial will follow in Hoboken City Cemetery in Hoboken. The family will receive friends at Scotty’s residence, 2253 Saddle Club Road, Hoboken. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

MCCARTY, Richard V. McCarty (Abstracted from the 8 August 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) 12

Richard V. McCarty, age 72, of Hoboken, died Sunday (Aug. 6, 2017) at his residence. He was born in Alma to the late Paul V. McCarty and Edith Goings McCarty. He had made Hoboken his home for the majority of his life. He worked as a small engine mechanic until he retired and was a past member of the Ivory Palace Church in Nahunta. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing and camping and loved watching old western movies with stars like John Wayne and Clint Eastwood. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley McCarty, Thelma Marie Herrin, and a brother, Manuel McCarty. He is survived by his wife, Nancy McCarty of Blackshear; five children, Richard T. (Pamela) McCarty of Waycross, Katrina (Danny) Palmer of Hoboken, Shawn McCarty of Waycross, Kevin (Dina) McCarty of Waycross, Paul McCarty of Waycross; eight grandchildren, Eric McCarty, Cody McCarty, Briar McCarty, Ruby McCarty, Marissa McCarty, Matthew Steedley, Christian Steedley, Chelsea Steedley; eight great-grandchildren, Myla Waters, Lyla Waters, Victra Beyers, Matthew Steedley, Delilah Steedley, Dakota Steedley, Abigail Steedley, Devin Steedley; six brothers and sisters, Mary Wasdin of Waycross, Martha (Dean) Griffin of Thomasville, Michael (Janice) McCarty of Orange Park, FL, Wilma (Johnny) Chesser of Hoboken, Quillian P. McCarty of Hoboken, Randall G. (Alana) McCarty of Hoboken; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Saturday in Thomas Cemetery.

MCCARTY, Ronald E. McCarty (Abstracted from 23 September 2015 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Ronald E. McCarty, age 68, of Monticello, FL passed away Tuesday, September 22. Ron was a kind, patient, loving husband to Patricia McReynolds McCarty for 47 years of marriage. He was born in Knoxville, TN and moved to Tallahassee, FL in 1979 and Monticello, FL in 1992. He was an avid nature lover, who loved hunting, fishing, bird watching, gardening, painting and wood working. His humor and quick wit benefited his sales career and his personal friendships. He always had a funny story or joke to tell. He loved to cook all types of food and feed family and friends. Ron is survived by his wife, Pat McCarty; 1 daughter, Melissa (Kevin) Tharpe; grandchildren, Bryan Tharpe, Audrey Wynn (great granddaughter, Paizlee) and Olivia Tharpe; and daughter, Leslie (Brett) Whiddon and grandchildren: Brodie, Ava and Sara Whiddon; his brothers James (Joann) McCarty and Wayne (Leanne) McCarty of Tennessee; and 1 sister, Sandy Hutcherson of Ocean Springs, MS. A memorial service will be Saturday, September 26, at Beggs Funeral Homes, 485 E. Dogwood St., Monticello, FL 32344. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308.

MCCARTY, Rubye Tanner McCarty (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 4 February 2010) Mrs. Rubye Tanner McCarty, age 86, of Douglas, GA passed away on Friday, January 15, 2010, at Shady Acres Convalescent Center, Douglas, GA. Ms. McCarty, a native of Coffee County, GA, was born on October 19, 1924. She was the daughter of the late James and Alice Walls Tanner. She was a bookkeeper at South Georgia College and the widow of the late Augustus McCarty. Survivors include 1 sister Nell Sears of Douglas, GA, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday, January 18, 2010, at the Chapel of Sims Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Douglas City Cemetery.

MCCASKEY, Laura McCaskey (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 12, 2006) FARGO – Funeral for Laura L. McCaskey, 76, of Fargo, who died Monday (Jan. 9, 2006), will be Sunday at 2 p.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Fargo with the Rev. Tony Jackson officiating. She was a native of Kimbrough, Ala. She lived in Fargo for many years. Her parents were the late Jinkins Mason and Minnie White. She was preceded in death by her husband, John McCaskey, and a daughter, Angeline Williams. She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Arlean McCaskey (Kenny), of Fargo, Johnnie McCaskey (Leroy) and Arcola McCaskey (Ted), both of Homerville; two sons, William McCaskey and Liberace McCaskey (Belinda), both of Homerville; four sisters, Georgia Wills (John), of Mobile, Ala., Sallie Shields, of Bronx, N.Y., Lenora Glenn (Artine) and Sarah Mason, both of Tolleson, Ariz.; two brothers, Mark Mason (Helen), of Dallas, Texas, and Leon Mason (Gloria), of Selma, Ala.; two aunts, Rebecca McCall, of Kimbrough, Ala., and Fannie King, of Pine Hill, Ala.; 10 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren and other relatives. Friends are being received at the McCaskey residence, 71 MLK Jr. Drive, in Fargo. The body will be placed in the church at noon Sunday. Burial will be in Edith Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are with Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

MCCASKILL, King David McCaskill, Jr. (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 29 July 2020) King David McCaskill, Jr. was born in Volusia County, FL on March 30, 1957. He was the son of King David McCaskill, Sr. and Buna Dixon, both who preceded King, Jr. to Glory. Lisa Harris, a sister, also preceded him in death. He grew up in his native Daytona Beach and graduated from Seabreeze Senior High in Ormond Beach, FL in 1975. Following his graduation, he was awarded an Upward Bound scholarship to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical School in Daytona Beach. After a short stint there, he enrolled 13 at Florida State University (FSU), graduating in 1979. He secured employment at FSU’s Strozier Library where he worked for several years. He would then secure employment at Florida A&M University (FAMU), working in Coleman Library where he was employed at the time of his passing. An industrious man he was always engaged in productive activity. Aside from working full- time at FAMU, King drove cabs, and owned and operated his own lawncare business. He was well-liked by all who knew him and was regarded as one who’d go out of his way to help those in need. During his leisure, which was limited, he enjoyed fishing. King recognized the need to have a relationship with God. He had been a devoted member of Tallahassee’s Jacob Chapel Baptist Church. On Wednesday, July 29, 2020, King unexpectedly went Home to be with the Lord. His love and legacy will live on forever in the hearts of family, including his devoted wife: Sheila Julian McCaskill; son: Marlon Julian; daughters: Shakirra (Johnny) Williams, Lydia Hall and Tammy Lawrence; six grandchildren; sisters: Sybil Davis, Pharisa Evans, Debra McCaskill, Regina Walker, Octavia (Slade) Hollinger, Davidka McCaskill, Patricia (Andrew) Wells and Annie (Frank) Thomas; brothers: Anthony (Deborah) McCaskill, Robert McCaskill, Elijah (Barbara) Glenn and Pierre Lewis; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

MCCATHERN, Rosa Register McCathern (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida September 15, 2011) Rosa McCathern, 71, Live Oak, FL passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 after a short illness. The White Springs, FL native moved to Live Oak in 1972 from White Springs. Mrs. McCathern was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Lake City, FL. She is survived by her husband: Frank McCathern, Sr., Live Oak, FL; a son: Franklin & Belinda McCathern, Jr., Live Oak, FL; five daughters: Joy & Steve Brannon, Live Oak, FL, Nancy & Buddy Williams, Lee, FL, Cathy Ball, Dowling Park, FL; Patty Dowling, Live Oak, FL, Tammy & Michael Brown, Lake City, FL; two brothers: Cecil Register, White Springs, FL, Herbert Register, White Springs, FL; three sisters: Janis Cook, Linda Glover, Debra Brantley, all three of White Springs, FL; seventeen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, September 17, 2011 at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Lake City, FL. Interment will follow at 2:00 pm in the Live Oak Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Friday at Daniels Funeral Homes.

MCCAULEY, Charles Bernard McCauley (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 1 February 2012) Mr. Charles Bernard “C. B.” McCauley, age 81 of Wray, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2012, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center, following a short illness. Mr. McCauley, a native of Irwin County, was a prominent farmer in the Wray Community. He was the son of the late Claude McCauley and the late Frankie Lou Paulk McCauley, and husband of the late Betty Frances Nelms McCauley. He was a U. S. Army and a U. S. Marine Veteran of World War II, having served during the Korean Conflict. Mr. McCauley attended the Wray Holiness Baptist Church. Survivors include: daughters, Judy Johnson of Broxton, GA, Kay McCauley of Jacksonville, FL, and Tina Van Buren of Douglas, GA; sister, Louise Williamson McIver of Southport, NC; grandchildren, Emilee Johnson and Andrew Johnson, both of Broxton, GA; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Sunday, January 15, 2012, at the Wray Holiness Baptist Church. Interment followed in the Wray Church Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCCAULEY, Maxine White McCauley (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 17 June 2016) Mrs. Maxine White McCauley, age 82, of Broxton, GA, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, June 11, 2016, with family members present. Mrs. McCauley was born September 22, 1933, to the late J. T. White and the late Millberry Jones White. Mrs. McCauley, a native of Coffee County, was a homemaker. She was a resident of Broxton for many years. Mrs. McCauley was a member of the Broxton Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey McCauley, Sr.; and a grandson, Mark Anthony Johnson. Survivors include one daughter, Janice Spell of Broxton, GA; one son, Harvey McCauley, Jr. of Wray, GA; four grandchildren, John (Alice) Thomas, Jr. of Beaufort, SC, Danny (Alice) McCauley of Leesburg, GA, Slade (Brandi) McCauley of Folkston, GA, and Misty McCauley; one great grandchild, Breanna Johnson of Broxton, GA; one great-great grandchild, Kolby Adams of Broxton, GA; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside services and interment were Monday, June 13, 2016, at the Reedy Branch Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCAULEY, Rebecca Ernestine Alley McCauley (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida September 22, 2011) Rebecca Alley McCauley went home to her Lord Jesus Christ on August 30, 2011, from Valdosta, Georgia. She was born to Carrie Ona Belle (Cook) and Ernest Calvin Alley on October 12, 1920, at home in East Lynne, MO, the youngest of four children and the only daughter. She grew up in Warrensburg, MO, with her beloved brothers Francis Leon, Louis Edward, and Overton Lawrence and attended what was then known as the “Training School” for student teachers at Central Missouri State where she was a 14 member of the National Honor Society and often performed in the school musicals. She loved to swim and dive. She showed such an aptitude for dance that her teacher wanted her to go to New York and try out for Martha Graham’s dance company. Her goal was, however, to be married and raise a family. She remained at home and after she graduated in 1937, went to Central Missouri State where she majored in music and met J.C. McCauley who was to become her husband on July 10, 1939, and to whom she was married at the time of his death in 1990. During World War II and during the time her children were in college, she sometimes worked, but her vocation was being a wife and wise mother. Surviving her are their daughter Barbara Lynne and their son Douglas Michael (Shayne), her grandchildren Andrew Uriah (Christy) McCauley, Sara Autumn (Roger) Noah, and Rachel Jane (Aaron) Henges. Becky has four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. After she experienced a vision of Christ in the early 1950’s, she turned her life completely over to Him. Like St. Monica, she brought her husband’s heart to Christ by her gentle example of what a Christian really is rather than by exhortation and recrimination. She raised her children as Christians, again with a light hand. She and her husband were charter (founding) members of Park Hill Christian Church in Kansas City, Missouri. She directed the chancel choir, the children’s and youth choirs, edited the church paper and handled outgoing publicity. She continued to write a “Here and There” column for the church paper for many years after she was no longer editing it. She taught Sunday School when asked and was the first woman elder of her church and the first woman chairman of the elders. In Madison, she was an associate member of First United Methodist Church. Becky never finished college; however, she was an intelligent woman who continued to love to read and learn throughout her life. She was especially interested in music and Christian studies and often enrolled in courses. She was spiritually mature and very knowledgeable. She was also a composer and arranger of sacred music. Much of her music has been performed. Service to her country and community included helping to found the Northland Community Choir in Kansas City, MO, serving as a Democratic poll judge, and being a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, Daughters of 1812, the (Parkville, MO) Afternoon Literary Club, and the Madison Literary Club. Her last years were spent with her daughter in Madison, FL where her friends and acquaintances were charmed by her cheerful and courageous personality. On October 16, her family and friends will celebrate her promotion to glory at First United Methodist Church in Madison. This memorial service will begin at 3:00 pm. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made in her name to the American Heart Association or to the Madison First United Methodist Church’s music fund.

MCCHESNEY, Florence Hale McChesney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 11, 1949) Friends of Mr. Wm. McChesney regret to know of the death of his mother, Florence Hale McChesney, age 68, which occurred in the Pensacola Hospital Sunday night, February 27. She had been in poor health for some time, and had been critically ill for about a week, cordiac asthma having developed a few days before death. She is survived by her husband, Mr. J. E. McChesney, and one son, Mr. Wm. McChesney, of this city. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning, March 1st. Following the funeral the family returned home last Wednesday, accompanied by Mr. McChesney, Sr., who will make his home with his son and family at their Cherry Lake home.

MCCHESNEY, Ruby McChesney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 31, 1961) Ruby McChesney, age 54, died of a heart attack at her Lakeside home, Friday, March 24th. Mrs. McChesney was a native of New Orleans but had lived in Madison about twenty years. She was active in the civic, religious and social life of Madison during her residence here. Survivors are her husband, William McChesney; also one daughter, Mrs. Richard Brockman; and two sons, William Oliver, Jr., and William McChesney, Jr, all of Madison; her mother, Mrs. Ruth Redding; one sister, Mrs. Audrey Domaque; and one brother, Ralph Redding, all of New Orleans; and three grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at Beggs Funeral Home.

MCCHESNEY William Henry “Buddy” McChesney, Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Apr 24th, 2012) William Henry “Buddy” McChesney, Jr., 66, passed away April 20, 2012, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. BuddyMac, as he was known by his many friends, grew up in Cherry Lake and Madison, FL., and settled in Tallahassee. He attended North Florida Junior College in Madison and then the University of Florida in Gainesville. BuddyMac was an avid outdoorsman and he loved hunting, fishing, and the University of Florida Gators with equal fervor. Recently, Buddy discovered the joys of setting up model train layouts and made new friends in the Big Bend Model Railroad Association. He was also excited to participate in the Tallahassee Regional Antique Auto Club with an original 1946 Willys Jeep acquired from his father-in-law. Buddy is survived by his wife of nearly 44 years, Pamela Scott McChesney; his two sons, William H. McChesney, III, and Thomas Scott McChesney; a granddaughter, Madison Renee and an expected-in-May grandson, Brody Scott McChesney. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, April 28, 2012, at Beggs Funeral Home, 3322 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL. 32311. 15

MCCLAIN, Leonard McClain, Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Apr 12th, 2011) Rev. Leonard McClain, Jr. was born in Baconton, Ga., to the late Rev. Leonard McClain, Sr. and Mrs. Susie McCarthy McClain. He gave his life to Christ at an early age and was called home on April 5, 2011 in Gainesville. Funeral services were held on April 12, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Clyattville, Ga. Burial followed with military honors at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison. In 1953, during the Korean War, he was drafted into the U.S. Army where he served his country until 1955. He started working for St. Regis Paper Company while in Albany, Ga., then transferred to Lee in 1967. He was a caretaker for St. Regis Lands, where he was a guide for quail hunts. He trained the English pointers and setters that were used during these hunts. He was a devout Christian, always willing and able to talk about his love for Jesus. It was only fitting that, in his life, he would be ordained a minister. He was a devoted husband, father and family man. He always took the time to call friends and family. He will truly be missed. He married his wife, Willie Mae Brown on September 23, 1951, a union that lasted 52 years before her death in 2003. A son, Terry Lee McClain, also preceded him in death. He is survived by three sons, William James McClain of Lee, Aaron (Debra) McClain of Tampa and Curtis Edward (Teresa) McClain of Madison; a daughter, Barbara (Randy) Williams of Decatur, Ga.; a brother, Joe McClain of Newark, N.J.; a sister, Cora Lake, of Detroit, Mich.; five grandchildren, Aaron, Jr., Ashley, Terrance, Jeremy and Brandi; three great-grandchildren, Aaron III, Kennedy and Jordan McClain; also a special friend, Mc. Evelyn Wyche to whom the sons and daughter of Rev. McClain give a special “thank you.” Beggs Funeral Home, Madison, was in charge of arrangements.

MCCLAIN, Margaret McClain (Abstracted from the 22 March 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Margaret “Nell” McClain, age 84, died Tuesday (March 20, 2018) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an extended illness. She was a native of Ware County and lived most of her life in Ware and Brantley counties. She was the daughter of the late Green Rabon Sr. and Elizabeth Barnes Rabon. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Emma Jean Mathis, and two brothers, Jack Barnes and Green Rabon Jr. She was employed as a meat packer with Flanders Provisions for many years and also worked as a waitress with the Ware Hotel and the Steak House. She was a member of the 1950 graduating class of Waycross High School and Crawford Street Baptist Church. She and her husband were Foster parents for Ware and Brantley counties. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Robert McClain of Waycross; two daughters, Linda Bennett and Kathy (Randy) Lynn of Waycross; two sons, Ricky (Pam) Taylor and Harry McClain of Waycross; five grandchildren, Rebecca (Sam) Johnson, Kevin Lynn, David Lynn, Zach Taylor and Paige Taylor, all of Waycross; three great-grandchildren, Jade Lynn, Bryce Taylor and Bentley Taylor; a sister, Sara Ann Brackin of Iron City, GA; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial donations may be sent to Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501 or to Baptist Village Retirement Communities 2650 Carswell Ave., Waycross, GA 31503. A funeral will be Friday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in High Bluff Cemetery.

MCCLAIN, Stanley Emmett McClain Sr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 9 April 2017) Stanley Emmett McClain, Sr., age 76, of Madison, FL passed away Monday, April 3, 2017 in the comfort of his home with family. Stanley was born in Whitesville, MO on July 13, 1940 to Ross and Dollie McClain, who preceded Stanley in death, along with brothers Ronald and Johnie McClain. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. He honorably served in the United States Navy. He was a successful entrepreneur in several businesses where he served on state boards and was recognized for his achievements and leadership. Stanley was an investor in real estate and a cattleman for many years, in which time he liked to consider himself retired. He was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, where he donated much of his time. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Judy McClain; his seven children: Christine Griner and late husband Alan, Raymond Kuckleburg, Stanley (Ricki) McClain Jr., Sean Kuckleburg, Kevin (Marneile) Kuckleburg, Susan McClain (Joseph) Fulmer, and Megan (James) Talbert; 21 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; brothers, Bruce (Sharon) McClain, Michael (Abby) McClain; and sister, Annett (Mike) Gutman. He also leaves behind many extended family members and friends that dearly loved him. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or the Shriners Children’s Hospital.

MCCLAMMA, Addie E. McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 2, 1968) Addie E. McClamma, age 72, died suddenly at her home Monday. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. Her parents were the late Mr. and Mrs. Manzie Bass. Survivors are her husband, Mr. Hardy McClamma; three sons, Woney McClamma and Enoch McClamma, all of Madison; and Frank McClamma of Jasper; three 16 daughters, Mrs. Johnnie Ann Jackson of Brandon; Mrs. Daisy Price of Tampa; and Mrs. Lillie Holton of Madison; seventeen grandchildren; five-great-grandchildren; two brothers, William Bass of Miami and E. C. Bass of Nokomis; a sister, Mrs. Emma Douglas of Tampa; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday February 1st at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Hopewell Cemetery.

MCCLAMMA, Carrie Louise McClamma (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida December 3, 2012) Madison: Carrie Louise McClamma, age 85, died Monday, December 3, 2012 at Madison County Memorial Hospital. Graveside Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Thursday, December 6, 2012 at Oak Ridge Cemetery. She was born in Madison and worked for Metal Products before retiring. She was a member of New Hopeful Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter; Sandra (Jim) McVicker of Madison. She was preceded in death by her husband: Woney McClamma. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCCLAMMA, Charles H. McClamma (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida August 30, 2011) Charles H. “Charlie” McClamma, 82, Live Oak, FL passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2011 after a long illness. The Madison, FL native moved to Live Oak from Valdosta, GA 50 years ago. Mr. McClamma was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and was awarded the Purple Heart while serving in the Army. He retired from Ratliff Motor Co. in Live Oak and was a longtime member of Westwood Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 63 years: Velma Jean McClamma, Live Oak, FL; two daughters: Sherry Jean “Jeanie” & Lewis Dykes, Steinhatchee, FL, Margarette & Ronnie Milton, Mayo, FL; one son: Charles Larry & Susan McClamma, Live Oak, FL; one sister: Ovida Lee & Alvin Driggers, Sun City, FL; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at Westwood Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Live Oak Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, August 29, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Daniels Funeral Home.

MCCLAMMA, Gene McClamma (Abstracted from 20 December 2018 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Gene McClamma passed away Sunday Dec. 16 in his home surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his three children: Tracy Fox, Austin McClamma and April Carr; his brother, Dennis McClamma; his six grandchildren: Toby Fox, Annamarie McClamma, Ashley Brown, Angela Wilson, Amber Mani, Gene Leonard; and his beloved great-grandchildren: Travis Fox, Justin Moore, Larkin Brown, Eason Brown, Meranda Mani, Gabriella Mani, Madilynn Mani, and Alexander Mani. The family of Gene asks that you come celebrate his life on Saturday, Dec. 22, at Midway Baptist Church.

MCCLAMMA, Hardy McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 13, 1969) Hardy McClamma, age 76, died Wednesday in the local hospital after a brief illness. He was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank McClamma, his wife, Mrs. Addie McClamma preceded him in death in January 1968. He was engaged in farming most of his life. He was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. He is survived by three sons, Frank McClamma of Jasper, and Woney McClamma and Enoch McClamma, both of Madison; three daughters, Mrs. Daisy Price of Tampa; Mrs. Johnnie Ann Jackson of Brandon, FL; Mrs. Lillie Holton of Madison; seventeen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Johnnie McClamma and Tommie McClamma, both of Madison; one sister, Mrs. Frank Rutherford of Jacksonville and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Hopewell Cemetery.

MCCLAMMA, John McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 28, 1959) John McClamma, age 44, died Sunday in Tampa of injuries received in an automobile accident. Mr. McClamma was a native of Madison County. His survivors are his wife, Mrs. Leila McClamma, of Tampa; two daughters, Elizabeth McClamma, of Tampa; and Mrs. Thomas Shea, of Clyattville, GA; one son, John McClamma, Jr., of Tampa; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hardy McClamma, of Madison; three sisters, Mrs. Daisy Price and Mrs. Johnny Barbon, both of Tampa; and Mrs. Albert Holton, of Madison; three brothers, Frank McClamma, of Jacksonville; Woney McClamma and Enoch McClamma, both of Madison; and one grandson, Randy Wells, of Tampa. Funeral services were conducted Thursday at Beggs Funeral home with interment in Hopewell Cemetery.

MCCLAMMA, Lou McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 30, 1953)

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On January 22, 1953, the death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Raleigh Bell and bore away the gentle and loving spirit of their mother, Mrs. Lou McClamma. She was 68 years old. She leaves to mourn her death a daughter, son-in-law, three granddaughters, and one grandson, of Lee; one brother, H. J. Thomas, of Lee; three sisters, Mrs. Sarah Jane Phillips, Mrs. Mattie Williams, and Mrs. Dan McClamma, of Largo; and other relatives. The funeral was held Friday at Midway Baptist Church.

MCCLAMMA, Maude McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 7, 1948) Maude McClamma, age 71, died last Thursday morning at her home at Hopewell, following a cerebral hemorrhage. Funeral services were held at New Redland Church, near Clyattville. Mrs. McClamma is survived by two sisters and a brother, as well as several stepchildren and other relatives.

MCCLAMMA, Mitchell McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 31. 1941) Our community was made sad last night to hear of the death of Mr. Mitchell McClamma. His passing away was due to asthma. Mr. and Mrs. D. R. McClamma and son and daughter-in-law of Largo attended the funeral of the former’s brother Sunday.

MCCLAMMA, Oscar Eugene McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 9, 1937) Mr. Oscar Eugene McClamma, a prominent citizen of this community passed away Tuesday afternoon March 23, at the home Tucker Bass following an illness with pneumonia. Oscar Eugene McClamma was born June 5, 1901. He was married to Mattie Bass in November 1920. He is survived by two daughters, Mamie, age 13 and Hazel, age 9 and one son, Dick, age 15; four brothers, two sisters, an aged father and step-mother. In early life Mr. McClamma joined the Hopewell Baptist Church of which he was a consistent member until the time of his death. He was a devoted father, a kind neighbor and friend, loved by all who knew him. Funeral services were held at Hopewell Baptist Church Wednesday afternoon

MCCLAMMA, Reuben McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 27, 1960) Reuben McClamma, 71, of Lee, died Friday in Madison County hospital after a brief illness. He was engaged in farming and rail road work before his retirement. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Sarah McClamma; six daughters, Mrs. Hazel Foxx, Mrs. Presley Anderson, and Mrs. Sidney Jordan, all of Lee; Mrs. Mallory Wells, of Madison, Mrs. J. L. Humphries of Tallahassee and Mrs. Ralph Griner of Homerville, GA; one sister, Mrs. Viola Dees of Ocala; nineteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services were held Sunday in Midway Baptist Church and internment followed in the church cemetery.

MCCLAMMA, Mr. T. M. McClamma (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 7. 1941) The angel of Heaven visited the home of Mrs. T. M. McClamma Saturday night, January 25, and bore away the gentle spirit of her husband to the great beyond. Mr. McClamma had been sick for a few days with flu and asthma, but his going came as a shock to the community. He was born in Madison County September 7, 1882, where he spent his long, useful life. He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife, one daughter, Mrs. W. R. Bell, two sisters, Mrs. Lilla Wheeler, of Madison, and Mrs. Alba Toole of Lafayette County, and four brothers, Mr. D. R. McClamma, Mrs. G. B. McClamma of Clearwater and Cleo and Sam McClamma.

MCCLAMMA, Woney Leslie McClamma (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Jul 12th, 2011) Woney Leslie McClamma, age 85, died Friday, July 8, 2011 in Valdosta. Graveside funeral services were held Monday, July 11, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Visitation was held Monday 1 hour prior to the service at Beggs Funeral Home. He was a lifelong resident of Madison, and retired from Georgia-Florida Railroad and was a registered Building Contractor. He was a member of New Hopeful Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Louise Hughey McClamma of Madison; and one daughter: Sandra McVicker (Jim) of Madison.

MCCLELLAN, Ammon McClellan (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 8, 1967) Ammon McClellan, age 62, of Monticello, a former student at the old Florida Normal Institute and a recent lay reader at the Episcopal Church while the church has been without a rector, died Sunday while on vacation in North Carolina. The deceased had a varied career. He was a school teacher at the age of 16 and county judge of Collier County at 19. He was a combat gunner in World War II and was the recipient of the Purple Heart and the Distinguished Flying Cross. At one time he published the 18

Okeechobee News and for several years was in the grassing business on a large scale. McClellan attended the Rotary Club meeting in Madison only two or three weeks ago and during his visit here talked with friends about possibly arranging a reunion of old Florida Normal Institute students, a project in which he had long been interested. Funeral services and burial were held Tuesday in Calhoun County, his old home.

MCCLELLAN, Charles Michael McClellan (Abstracted from the 4 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Charles Michael McClellan, passed away Thursday (March 2, 2017) in the care of Hospice House Satilla, Waycross. He was born in Bacon County on Aug. 3, 1950, graduated from Ware County High School, and attended Furman University, Greenville, SC. He was a lifetime resident or Waycross and was retired from City of Waycross Water System. He is survived by two brothers, Billy A. McClellan Jr., of Las Cruces, NM, and Gordon Brook McClellan; and his mother, Bette L. Waters of Deming, NM; an aunt, Olidia Carter of Hazlehurst; an uncle, Benny R. Waters, of Washington, NJ; nieces, Sherri McClellan, Jenna McClellan of Deming, and Las Cruces, NM, respectively; nephews, Chris McClellan, McCrae; Jacob McClellan, Corpus Christie, TX, Mitchell McClellan and Jacob McClellan, of Las Cruces, NM; and Matt McClellan, of Denver, CO. He was a musician and songwriter, playing with a local band in South Georgia. Several of his song lyrics were published in To The Sea Again, (Bluwaters Press 1998) a novel by his father, Billy A. McClellan Sr. Charles was an enthusiastic golfer, who always said, “Golf is the most difficult physical game of sports,” referring to the tremendous power exerted in the full swing of a golf stroke. He was an avid poker player, participating in tournaments in Florida and Las Vegas.

MCCLELLAN, Doris Stubblefield McClellan (Abstracted from the Echols County News, January 30, 2013) Mrs. Doris Stubblefield McClellan, 77, of Lake Park, died on Monday, January 7, 2013, after a brief illness. Born in Blue Diamond/Hazard, KY, on April 2, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel Tyra Combs. She loved playing the piano and she used those skills both as enjoyment with family and friends but also as a ministry at church and within the community. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Lake Park and for many years, Mrs. Stubblefield McClellan had been a member of Faith Baptist Church in Valdosta. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother, affectionately known as “Granny” to her family and friends. Survivors are her husband, Rodney McClellan of Lake Park; daughter and son-in-law, Cherre Lynn and Richard Terry of Lake Park; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Brenda and Chris Ames of Alpharetta, Crystal Carter and Jessica Avila of Lake Park; five great-grandchildren; sister, Beatrice Combs of Duluth, sister and brother-in-law, Christine and Don Elkins of Oregonia, Ohio; four nephews; stepdaughters and their husbands, Joy and Dexter Schunoff of Valdosta, Jerri and Steve Tickner of Marietta, stepson, Michael McClellan of Valdosta; five stepgrandchildren; son-in-law, Al Smith Jr., lifelong friend, Kilia McLeod of Lake Park; daughter-in-law, Kelly McClellan. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Herbert Stubblefield; and a grandchild, Kasey McCranie. A homecoming party was held at 2 p.m. on Friday, January 11, 2013, at First Baptist Church in Lake Park. Burial followed in McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens. McLane Lakewood Funeral Home served the family

MCCLELLAN, Irvine McClellan (Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 17, 1907) Irvine McClellan, one of Madison’s most popular young citizens died last Friday morning. The deceased was only 29 years of age. He leaves a widow and an infant son. He was stricken down Sunday with appendicitis and notwithstanding everything that could be done to restore him, he passed away.

MCCLELLAN, James Hilton McClellan (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) James Hilton McClellan, age 76, of Valdosta, GA passed away Thursday, January 2, 2014 at his residence. He was born on April 11, 1937 in Brewster, FL to the late Albert C. and Clara Alice (Cooley) McClellan. He served in the United States Navy as a Fireman Apprentice. Following his service he worked in various jobs. Prior to retirement he worked with Polk County Hospital in the landscaping department. He enjoyed anything pertaining to landscaping but especially enjoyed planting flowers. His favorite flower was a magnolia. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Earl McClellan. His survivors include his wife, Peggy Ruth McClellan of Valdosta, GA; 2 sons, Dusty (Tish) McClellan of Branson, MO; Rusty (Tori) McClellan of Fort Knox, KY; 3 daughters & sons-in-law, Karen (Chuck) Greathouse of Bradley, FL; Deanna (Tom) Lindsey of Valdosta, GA; Sabrina (Bob) Holshouser of Kissimmee, FL; 14 grandchildren, Steven (Ashley) Greathouse, Savanna (William) Zabic, Sharon (Matthew) McClellan, Heather (Alex) Caban, Dustin McClellan, Daniel Zabo, Karen Lindsey, David (Katie) Lindsey, April Edwards, Cassie Edwards, Jessie McClellan, James Aron McClellan, Jacob McClellan and Brittney Cooper; 3 great-grandchildren, Andrew Zabic, Zack Glosser and Jacob Cooper; 2 brothers & sisters-in-law, Billy and Darlene McClellan of Florida; Ronnie and Roseanna 19

McClellan of Florida; and a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Monday, January 6, 2014 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services. The family requests that in lieu of flowers please make donations to Southern Care Hospice, 412 1st Street SE, Moultrie, GA 31768. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the family.

MCCLELLAN, Jennie Hamrick McClellan (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 7, 1972) Jennie Hamrick McClellan, age 86, passed away Wednesday morning in the hospital in Madison after a long illness. She was born in Jefferson County, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James M. Hamrick. She was married to Lawrence Randolph McClellan, who preceded her in death in 1943. She had lived many years in Gainesville. For the past 10 years she lived in Greenville with her daughter, Mrs. Herman Melvin. She is survived by 3 daughters, Mrs. Herman Melvin of Greenville; Mrs. Ivy Cawley and Mrs. Harold E. Pruitt, both of Gainesville; 2 sons, Leslie R. McClellan, Sr., of Gainesville; Fred B. McClellan, Sr., of Jacksonville; 18 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Fridat December 31, 1971 in Evergreen Cemetery at Gainesville, FL.

MCCLELLAN, Joseph Allen McClellan (Abstracted from the 21 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Joseph Allan McClellan, age 58, of Martinez, GA, entered into rest Sunday (April 16, 2017) at Doctors Hospital in Augusta after a sudden illness. He was born in Frankfurt, Germany to the late James Franklin McClellan Sr. and Ellen Maureen Thrift. He worked as a law enforcement officer for Richmond County and enjoyed riding motorcycles. He had a passion for woodworking, gardening and Tennessee vacations where he loved to spend time with his family and pets. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Sue Davis McClellan. He is survived by his children, Heather A. McClellan of Martinez, Joseph A. McClellan Jr. of Martinez, Johnathan A. McClellan of Augusta, a grandchild, Kaysen J. McClellan, two sisters, Cindy E. (Tony) Davis of Augusta, Teresa M. (Ricky) Clark of Aiken, SC, three brothers, James Franklin (Janet) McClellan Jr. of Thomson, George B. (Jo Anne) McClellan of Augusta, David C. (Michelle) McClellan of Augusta, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in High Bluff Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

MCCLELLAN, Joseph Herschel McClellan (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 28 October 2020) Joseph Herschel McClellan, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. He was born on May 31, 1930 in Perry. Herschel graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Economics. After college he worked in the family gas business and also with the Department of Motor Vehicles for the State of Florida. He was a Member of the Perry Masonic Lodge #123 for 69 years. He was an active member of the St. James Episcopal Church, although he spent the earlier part of his life as a member of Grace United Methodist Church, and with Boyd Methodist Church. Herschel attended several Bible study groups and that gave him great joy. The people in these groups were dear to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Wesley McClellan and Desma Lou Slaughter McClellan; his daughter Marilou Woods, and a grandson Brett Bassett. Herschel is survived by, his daughter Suzanne and her husband Jim Bassett, his sons Charles and his wife Kim McClellan, and Harry and his wife Brittany McClellan. 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Memorial Services will be at Boyd Methodist Church. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCCLELLAN, Joseph Stanton McClellan (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL January 7th, 2014) Joseph Stanton McClellan, age 78, of Monticello, died Wednesday, January 1, 2014. He was born to the late Charles and Hazel McClellan, September 6, 1935, in Jefferson County, FL. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Bonney Austin McClellan. Joe is survived by his son David Austin McClellan and his daughter-in-law Laura Stokley McClellan of Rabun Gap, GA; 2 grandchildren Audrey McClellan Mixon and Kyle Austin McClellan; brother Paul McClellan of Monticello and several nieces and nephews. Joe was a member of Sardis United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, Keystone Genealogy Society and Master Gardners of Florida. A graveside service was held at Sardis United Methodist Church Saturday January 4, 2014.

MCCLELLAND, Ronnie McClelland (Abstracted from the 17 February 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Ronnie McClelland, age 80, of Broxton, GA, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. Mr. McClelland was born on April 6, 1936, in Douglas, GA, to the late Warren Preston McClelland and Eula Lee Strickland McClelland. Mr. McClelland worked for the Postal Service for 40 plus years. Survivors include his son and 20 daughter-in-law, Scott (Khristy) McClelland of Jacksonville, FL; daughter and son-in-law, Renee (Scott) Smith of Valdosta, GA; 5 grandchildren, Kelly (Walton) Gibbons, Andrew Smith, Tyler Smith, Amelia McClelland, and Kirsten McClelland; 2 brothers, Earnest (Patsy) McClelland of Thomasville, GA and Sidney McClelland of Phoenix, AZ; 2 nieces, Stephanie Spitzer and Shannon McClelland; and 1 nephew, Rowan McClelland. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joy McClelland. Funeral services were Monday, February 13, 2017, at First Baptist Church. Interment followed at Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCLELLAN, Sandra Kay McClellan (Abstracted from 8 December 2015 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Sandra Kay McClellan, age 49, of Madison died Nov. 30, in her home. Graveside funeral services will be Friday, December 11 at Oak Ridge Cemetery. She was born October 11, 1966, in Tallahassee; and was the daughter of Rupert Arnold, Sr. and Georgia Mae Arnold. Sandra’s parents and her brother Rupert Arnold, Jr. all preceded her to glory. Sandra graduated from Gretchen Everhart in Tallahassee. On Feb. 19, 1993 she was united in marriage to Robert McClellan in Madison. Sandra entered the workforce during her stay in Madison as a custodian for several years. In her spare time she enjoyed shopping for jewelry and spending time with her family and friends. Sandra leaves her love and memories to her devoted husband, Robert; son, Anthony McCreary of Atlanta, GA; step father, Lawrence Palmer; 4 sisters: Jacquelyn Arnold, Mae Arnold (Timothy) Anderson, Gwendolyn Arnold (John) Brown and Marilyn Arnold (James) Lynn all of Tallahassee; 1 brother Ellis Arnold (Eddie Mae) of Quincy; 4 aunts: Rosa Lee Branton, Savannah Sanders, Ida Mae Branton and Junita James; 2 uncles: Johnson James (Young) and Henry James; great aunt Minnie Lewis; great uncle Solomon (Dollie) Harris; along with several nieces and nephews. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCCLELLAN, William Grafton McClellan (Abstracted from the August 18, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) William Grafton McClellan, age 85, of Hoboken, passed away Saturday (Aug. 16, 2014) at Hospice House of Waycross following a brief illness. Born in Waycross, his parents were the late Demory and Vadie Lee Mercier McClellan. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Colleen Rhoden McClellan, a son, William Grafton McClellan Jr., a daughter, Bonnie Elrod, and a sister, Elizabeth Loutrell Mcbee. He was of the Baptist faith. He had worked many years as a mechanic for the City of Waycross. He loved fishing, and he loved his dog “Bozo” very much. Survivors include, 1 son, Bobby (Linda) Accord, of Blackshear; 1 daughter, Linda (Framan) Crews, of Hoboken; 1 sister, Loreta M. (Juanluis) Viruett, of Blackshear; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; 3 special great-great-grandchildren, Chloe and Kylie Newman and Pasly Boatwright; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service is to be Monday at New Hope Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

MCCLELLAND, Agnes Ruth McClelland (Abstracted from the 17 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A funeral for Agnes Ruth McClelland was held Saturday at Mitchell Chapel at Baptist Village. Burial followed in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCCLELLAND, Charles McClelland Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 3, 2011) Charles Broward McClelland Sr., 81, of Waycross, died Thursday evening (Dec. 30, 2010) at Waycross Health and Rehab after an extended illness. He was born in Tampa, Fla., to the late Broward Franklin McClelland and Lucille Dorminey McClelland. He lived most of his life in Waycross. He was a CPA and a former partner in H. H. Burnett and Company. He was a member of First Baptist Church where he was a former chairman of deacons. He attended Trinity United Methodist Church in his later years with his family. He enjoyed playing golf and Georgia Bulldog football. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his wife, Betty Jo Collins McClelland, who died Dec. 4, 2010. Survivors include two children, Marsha McGhin (husband Dale), Waycross, Charles B. McClelland Jr., Waycross; two grandchildren, the Rev. Stephanie Smith (husband the Rev. Jonathan Smith), Statesboro, Andrew McGhin (wife Jennifer), Waycross; one great-granddaughter, Addison Smith, Statesboro; one brother, Jimmy McClelland (wife Beth), Waycross; and one sister-in-law, Margaret Loadholts, Lakeland, Fla. A graveside service was held Saturday afternoon at 3 at Oakland Cemetery with the Rev. Stephanie Smith and the Rev. Jonathan Smith officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, "Follow the Carpenter, Next Step Fund," 1005 Church St., Waycross, Ga. 31501. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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(Abstracted from the 2 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Baby Aiden Iveryonn McClendon, 6 months old, died Monday (Feb. 22, 2016) at Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, following a brief illness. He is survived by his mother, Asia Stanford; his father, Stanley McClendon of Waycross; 1 sister, A’niyah Jade Weatherspoon; 2 grandmothers, Lisa Stanford and Angela McClendon both of Waycross; 2 great-grandmothers, Evelyn Smithson and Elouise Strickland of Waycross; 1 great-great-grandmother, Minnie McClendon of Waycross; 2 grandfathers, Thomas McClendon of Waycross, and Jackie McCray of Jesup; 3 uncles, Tyberious McClendon, Avery Smithson, and Charles Smithson all three of Waycross; 2 aunts, Erica Wesley of Waycross, Cassada Rawls, of Jacksonville, FL; several cousins, other aunts and uncles. Friends are being received at the home of Evelyn Smithson, 1397 Barnar Lane, and Angelo McClendon, 1338 Paschal Road. A graveside service will be Saturday at the Barnar Memorial Garden. Arrangements are with Welch & Brinkley.

MCCLENDON, Carolyn Herndon Taylor McClendon (Abstracted from the 11 January 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Carolyn Herndon Taylor McClendon, age 63, of Waycross died Thursday (Jan. 7, 2016) at her residence after an extended illness. She was born in Lilbourn, MO, to the late William B. and Sally June Jeter Herndon. She lived in central Georgia before moving to Waycross in 1980. She worked at the King Edward Cigar Factory and later worked at Domino’s until 2009. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, George Herndon, and a great-niece, Bethany Collet. Survivors include her husband of four years, Youman Samuel McClendon of Waycross; 5 children, Sharman Nix, Vicki (Mike) Reynolds, Jenny (Harl) Satterfield, James (Ciji) Long, and Sally (Tony) Brunell, all of Waycross; 31 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren and one on the way; 2 sisters, June Herndon and Judy Mackert, both of Dexter; 4 brothers, Billy Herndon, Johnny (Barbara) Herndon, Elmer (Bonnie) Herndon, Jerry Herndon, all of Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Tuesday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Miles-Odum Funeral Home.

MCCLENDON, James Winton McClendon (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 14 October 2018) James Winton McClendon, age 93, of Thomasville passed away Sunday, October 14, 2018 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home.

MCCLENEGHAN, Kay McCleneghan (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 5, 2008) Katherine "Kay" Fleming McCleneghan, of Charlotte, N.C., passed away on Saturday (Dec. 29, 2007). She was born in Valdosta on March 11, 1937. She graduated from Waycross High School and attended the University of Georgia where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. Kay worked in administration at Charlotte Latin School. She was a member of the Bud and Blossom Garden Club and a former member of the Junior League of Charlotte. Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Jake and Katherine Fleming, of Waycross, and her brother, Jake L. Fleming Jr., 1st Lt. USAF. She is survived by two daughters, Katherine McCleneghan and husband Keith Bryant, of Charlotte, N.C., Coleman McCleneghan and husband Jeff Collins, of Boone, N.C.; her son, Frank Alexander McCleneghan III, of Charlotte; her four grandchildren, Alexander and Jesse Bryant, and Finley and Shannon Collins; two sisters, Elizabeth Fleming Hubbard and Buff Fleming Eldridge, both of Atlanta; and her brother, Stephen Ernest Fleming Sr., of Waycross. A memorial service in remembrance and thanksgiving for the life of Kay was held Jan. 2 at Christ Episcopal Church in Charlotte. A graveside service will be held in Oakland Cemetery in Waycross on Saturday, Jan. 12, at 10 a.m.

MCCLESKEY, Thomas Frederick McCleskey (Abstracted from the February 20, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Thomas Frederick “Tommy” McCleskey, age 70, of Waycross, died Tuesday (Feb. 18, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after a brief illness. He was born in Savannah to the late C.L. McCleskey and Francis Smith McCleskey. Early in life he moved to Waycross where he graduated from Waycross High School. Other than his time spent in the United States Air Force, he made his home in Waycross. While in the Air Force he served during the Vietnam War. He was retired from both the United States Air Force and Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base. He was an outdoors enthusiast who loved everything about nature. He also enjoyed talking to people around the world on his ham radio and watching professional wrestling. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elziedene McCleskey. He is survived by 2 daughters, Chantel (David) Connelly, of Prattville, AL, Jessica Horton, of Prattville, AL; 3 grandchildren, Emily Connelly, Caleb Horton, Christian Horton; 1 brother, Bud (Jane) McCleskey, of Jacksonville, FL; 1 sister, Scotty (Joe) Franklin, of South Carolina; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Saturday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

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MCCLESKEY, William Clinton McCleskey (Abstracted from the 25 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) William Clinton “Bud” McCleskey, age 66, of Jacksonville, died Wednesday (Feb. 20, 2019) at his residence after a sudden illness. He was born in Waycross to the late C.L. and Frances Smith McCleskey. He graduated from Waycross High School in 1970 and the University of Georgia in 1975 where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta. He began his career with CSX in 1980 in Ocala, FL and in 1984 moved to Jacksonville with CSX and retired in 2012 as a claims manager. He was a football referee that started for him in Waycross on the Midget level and went on to the Arena Football League, World Football League and the Jacksonville Jaguars practice team. He was a diehard Georgia Bulldog fan. He was a member of the Jacksonville Bulldog Club for more than 30 years, served as president in 1997, as co-chair of the Georgia-Florida gameday events forever, and was one of only nine people to receive the Lifetime Achievement award since the club was founded in 1946. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Tommy F. McCleskey, and a sister, Scottie Franklin. Survivors include his wife, Jane Williams McCleskey of West Palm Beach, FL; one daughter, Kelley Arant and her husband Jason, of Hurricane, WV; four grandchildren, Aeden Rizer, Riley Arant, Corbyn Arant, and Georgia Rose Arant; aunt Margaret Smith; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Jacksonville Bulldog Alumni Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 16363.

MCCLOUD, Pearline Mack McCloud (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 1 April 2020) Pearlie Mack McCloud was born on Feb. 26, 1944 to Millie Lee Thompson and Pearly Mack, Sr. Both of her parents; and brother, Pearly Mack, Jr., all preceded her to Glory. She was also predeceased by her husband, Joseph McCloud, Sr. Pearl, as she was affectionately known by her family and friends, was a lifelong resident of Monticello. She attended the public schools of Jefferson County and graduated from Howard Academy High School in the Class of 1961. Pearl was devoted to the study and culture of cultivated plants. She served as a Horticultural Supervisor for many years with Simpson Nurseries of Monticello, retiring in 2019. Although she had a love for the production and maintenance of flowers and landscape plants, fishing was her passion and she also enjoyed dancing. Pearl enjoyed spending every moment she could in the presence of family and friends. Pearl accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and was baptized at an early age at Casa Bianca Missionary Baptist Church. She had a strong faith in the Lord and served faithfully as a member of Northside Church of Christ until her health declined. On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, Sister Pearline completed her earthly journey. Although she will be greatly missed, we bid farewell with thanksgiving for the time we shared with her. She leaves to cherish precious memories, her two sons: Shonn (Adaina) McCloud, Sr. and Josephus McCloud, Jr., both of Monticello, FL; daughter: Roxie (Artha) Hopkins of Beverly Hills, FL; grandchildren: Marcus and Tanise McCloud, both of Monticello, FL, Brandon Gallon, Tallahassee, FL, Shonn McCloud, Jr., Orlando, FL, Jahree Charlton, Tallahassee, FL and Armasi Hopkins of Beverly Hills, FL; step-children: Constance Thomas and her child, Tia Byrd, Tallahassee, FL and Richard (Helen) Cuyler and his children, Aarenton and Rishonda Cuyler of Monticello, FL; brothers: Theodore (Oleatha) Mack, James F. (Laverne) Mack, Calvin Keaton, all of Monticello, FL and Griffin (Evelyn) Mack of South Carolina; sisters: Betty Howell, Mary Huggins, Carol (Robert Washington) Humose, Martha (Fred Washington) Keaton, all of Monticello, FL, Wynell (Archie) Gallon, Daytona Beach, FL and Marion (Milton) Anderson of Orlando, FL; sister-in-law: Annette Mack of Monticello, FL; cousin; and a host of devoted nieces, nephews and other relatives.

MCCLOUD, Randy C. McCloud (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 28, 2012) A memorial celebration for the life of Randy Cecil McCloud, 53, of Sevierville, Tenn., will take place Saturday at 11 a.m. at Second Baptist Church on Tomberlin Road. Visitation will be at 10:30 a.m. prior to service. Born April 9, 1959, he passed away Saturday (June 2, 2012). He collapsed while participating in a Relay For Life event at Patriot Park in Sevierville and later passed away. He was the son of the late Cecil Ransom McCloud and Sarah Dykes McCloud Barnes, and his step-father, the late Talmadge Barnes. Survivors are his children, Sarah Shirley (husband Rob), Ransom McCloud, Patsy Fisher and Lance McCloud; grandchildren, Brayden Fisher, Kali Fisher and John Ward Shirley; his fiancee, Christy Chesteen, of Sevierville, Tenn.; sisters, JoAnn Ray (husband Jim), Patsy Bond (husband Chet), Ida Boutin and Mary Miller; brothers, LaFerrell Barnes (Robin), Phillip Barnes (Lisa) and Noel Barnes; and several nieces and nephews. He was a 1977 graduate of Ware County High School where he was active in high school sports and became a member of Second Baptist Church as a young boy. He gave his life to the Lord at the age of nine, under the leadership of Brother A.J. Harper when Harper was preaching on hell on Nov. 24, 1968; the invitation song was “O, Why Not Tonight?” He attended Baptist Bible Institute Graceville, Fla. He was ordained at One Way Baptist Church in Martinez, Ga. He served in many churches as youth pastor in this area over the past 30 years: Morton Avenue Baptist, Calvary Baptist, Sweat Memorial Baptist and Second Baptist Church. He had a love that was deep for the youth of this community. He loved the Lord and wanted to always be found faithful. His love was to tell the good news about Jesus. He always 23 had smile on his face. He had the love of Jesus shining in him. He lived in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. for the past seven years. He had a great love for the mountains and served in many churches in that area. He was serving at Henderson Chapel Baptist Church in Pigeon Forge Tenn., at the time of his death. He was actively involved in a variety of community events and activities, as well as holding the title of youth and children’s minister at Henderson Chapel. Condolences and memorials can be offered at Henderson Chapel Baptist Church, 407 Henderson Road, Pigeon Forge, Tenn. 37863 or Second Baptist Church, 301 Tomberlin Road, Waycross, Ga. 31501.

MCCLOUD, Randy Cecil McCloud (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald Publishing, Waycross, Georgia June 6th, 2012) Randy Cecil McCloud, 53, of Sevierville, Tenn., passed away Saturday (June 2, 2012). He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil McCloud and Sarah Dykes Barnes, stepfather, Talmadge Barnes, and step-sister, Judy Kilpatrick. Survivors are his children, Sarah Shirley (husband Rob), Ransom McCloud, Patsy Fisher and Lance McCloud; grandchildren, Brayden Fisher, Kali Fisher and John Shirley; his fiancee, Christy Chesteen; sisters, Patsy Bond (husband Chester) and Joann Ray (husband Jimmy); step-brothers and step-sisters, Ida Boutin, Mary Miller, Laferrell Barnes, Phil Barnes and Noel Barnes; and step-mother, Mary Barnes. A memorial service was to be held at 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church of Sevierville, with Roger Williams and the Rev. Scott Carter officiating. Arrangements are with Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. Condolences may be offered at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

MCCLUNG, Joseph Ottis McClung Sr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 21 June 2018) Joseph Ottis "Joe" McClung, Sr. was promoted to glory Thursday, June 19, 2018, with his wife of 62 years, Jane and several family members by his side. The family is so grateful for the life of love and ministry he lived as an example before them. In addition to his beloved wife, Joe, is survived by their four children: Joseph O. McClung, Jr., Nancy McClung (Phillip) Taylor, John McClung and Aley McClung (Scott) Minton; ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. McClung was preceded in death by his parents, Ottis L. and Ina Pearl McClung, as well as a sister, Anna McClung Fouts. He was also preceded in death by several great-grandchildren. The family desires that donations be made to Consolidated Christian Ministries in Madison where he volunteered and even served as director for several years, Midway Baptist Church in Lee, FL, Big Bend Hospice, the Fisher House in Gainesville (a place for the families of veterans to stay while their loved one is hospitalized) or North Florida Tres Dias. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 23, 2018, at Midway Baptist Church. Interment will follow the service at Corinth Cemetery in Lee, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home Madison Chapel.

MCCLUNG, June H. McClung (Abstracted from the 12 January 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) June H. McClung, age 89, died Wednesday (Jan. 10, 2018) at Lakeview Retirement Center in Baxley. She was a native of Waycross and lived most of her life in Waycross. She worked as a loan secretary for First Federal Savings and Loan and also worked as an office manager for the J.C. Penney Company and Hopkins Volkswagen. She attended Winona Park United Methodist Church. She was a good wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was the daughter of Chester Harold Hosmer and Amanda Mitchell Hosmer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Preston McClung Sr., and a sister, Jacklyn Carr. She is survived by a daughter, Sharon McClung (Greg) Callahan of Blackshear; a son, Roy (Dawn) McClung Jr.; four grandchildren, Misty Callahan, Scott Callahan, Sara McClung and Joey (Joseph) Conlin; four great-grandchildren, Cam Callahan, Presley McClung, Grayson McClung and Easton McClung; two sisters, Chesta Bandfield of Waycross, and Carolyn Edith Dunnam of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A private service will be held at a later date. The family requests that memorials be made to one’s favorite charity. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCCLUNG, Roy Preston McClung Sr. (Abstracted from the 7 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Roy Preston McClung Sr., age 95, died Tuesday (Dec. 6, 2016) at Pierce County Nursing Home following an extended illness. He was born in Hiram, GA, but resided in Waycross most of his life. He retired from AT&T as a technician following 47 years of employment and served in the United States Army during World War II. He was also a member of Winona Park United Methodist Church and served many years in a ministry at Ware State Prison. He was a son of the late William McClung and Mano Lillian Miles McClung. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, June Hosmer McClung of Waycross; a daughter, Sharon McClung (Greg) Callahan of Blackshear; a son, Roy (Dawn) McClung Jr. of Baxley; four grandchildren, Misty Callahan, Scott Callahan, Sara McClung and Joey Conlin; four great-grandchildren, Cam Callahan, Presley McClung, Grayson McClung and Easton McClung; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Thursday at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 24

MCCLUNG, William Alvin McClung (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 30, 2007) HOMERVILLE - William Alvin McClung, 74, passed away suddenly at his residence on Thursday (July 26, 2007). He was born Dec. 11, 1932, in Beverly, WV, to the late Alvin McClung and Beulah Morrison McClung. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force as a navigator. He was a member of the Homerville United Methodist Church, the Clinch County Chapter No. 25 DAV and was past Clinch County Extension Agent. He was known for his love of flying model airplanes and children in the community. Survivors include one son, Robert Edward McClung, of Myersville, MD; one daughter, Jennifer McClung Joya, of Cumming; three grandsons, Michael McClung, James McClung and Les Joya; one brother-in-law, John Gerwig, of Pinehurst, NC; several nieces, nephews and his faithful friend, Honey Bear. Memorialization was by cremation with burial at a later date in Elkins, WV. The family requests donations to the Georgia Sheriff's Boys Ranch, P.O. Box 100, Hahira, GA 31632. Roundtree Funeral Home of Homerville is serving the McClung family.

MCCLURE, Charles Davis McClure Sr. (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, July 2, 2014) Tallahassee said good bye to one of its longtime residents on Tuesday, June 24, 2014. Charles Davis McClure, Sr. loved Tallahassee and was a devoted public servant. He possessed the admired qualities of honesty, industriousness and creativity. He was loved by many. McClure was born in Birmingham, AL on May 22, 1935 to Florina Davis McClure and John Robert McClure. His family, including his older brother, John Robert McClure, Jr., moved to Madison, Florida in 1937. His father practiced law in Madison with Florina's father, Charles E. Davis. They moved to Tallahassee in 1942 when his father accepted a job as Executive Secretary to Governor Spessard Holland. McClure was a 1953 graduate of Leon High School, where he was student Body President during his Senior year. Some of his early accomplishments are: the rank of Eagle Scout in The Boy Scouts of America and a delegate of Boys State, where he was elected Attorney General. Upon graduation, he attended University of Florida in Gainesville, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Journalism in 1957. He made many life-long friends in his fraternity of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. After graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corp, entered Officer Candidate School in Quantico, VA serving for 39 months and was honorably discharged as a Captain. One of the highlights of his life was a memorable trip to Iwo Jima, traveling with many other fellow Marines. In his retirement, he enjoyed luncheons, each Monday, with other fellow Marine Veterans. After his military experience, he attended law school in St. Petersburg, FL graduating from Stetson Law School with his Juris Doctor. Professionally, McClure began his career as a General Counsel to the State Comptroller. It was his honor to work in that office during the time the property was being accumulated that would later become Walt Disney World. McClure had the special privilege of being introduced to Walt Disney and was proud of a signed photograph of himself with Disney. He proudly displayed this framed photo in his office for many years. Following that position, McClure practiced law in private practice with McClure, Wigginton and McClure for 6 years and was then appointed by Governor Reuben Askew to be a Leon County Judge in August 1973.He was in that position for 11 years, having been re-elected three times. McClure was then elected as Circuit Judge in 1984 for the Second Judicial Circuit and served as Chief Judge from 1989-1991. In total, Charles McClure was a presiding judge for over 28 years. During that time, he was an innovative thinker, creating programs to reform wayward, teenage drivers. For instance, there are more than a few Tallahasseans who, as teenage traffic offenders, had to give up their Friday or Saturday nights to open the doors of the TMH emergency room for ambulance crews carrying injured car crash victims. Additionally, Judge McClure was nationally recognized for his enforcement procedures of child support. He was interviewed on The Today Show with Connie Chung for his efforts against what became known as the "Deadbeat Dads". During court session, McClure's "tough justice" efforts collected watches, boats, jewelry and cash as payment from fathers who were delinquent in their child support. He was also featured in People Magazine showcasing his creative efforts at curbing crime. After retiring from the bench, he returned to private practice for several years. All totaled, Charles McClure, a third generation attorney, was a member of the Florida Bar, retiring from the bar after 48 years of loyal and distinguished service. In addition to his notable career, McClure was also civically active in the Tallahassee community. He was past president of the Tallahassee Kiwanis Club and the Leon County Tuberculosis Club. He was a member of the Jaycees, The Colonel's Club and the Exchange Club. As a past member of Goodwill Industries, he was the Director of the Big Bend area. Judge McClure was a long- time member of St. John's Episcopal Church. In his later years, as a cancer survivor, he volunteered at Big Bend Hospice, visiting patients and offering free legal help wherever needed. Judge Charles McClure is survived by his brother, J. Robert (Rae) McClure, Jr.; 3 children, Elizabeth McClure (Blaise) Benoist of Orlando, Charles D. (Stephanie) McClure, Jr., of Tallahassee, and Susan F. McClure, of Jacksonville. 3 grandchildren, Lauren McClure, of Greensboro, NC, and Luc and Juliette Benoist. Beggs Funeral Home, 3322 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL 32311, is handling the arrangements. Memorial services will be Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at St. Peter's Anglican Church, 4784 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309, followed by private interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32308. 25

MCCLURE, J. Robert McClure (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 27, 1963) The many friends here of J. Robert McClure were shocked Tuesday to learn that he had just died of a heart attack at his home in Tallahassee. He was 59 years old. Since 1949 the deceased had been first assistant state attorney-general. Mr. McClure was born in Pensacola and graduated from the University of Florida. For some time he lived in Birmingham where he was engaged in the insurance business and later moved to Madison, where he was admitted to the bar and became a member, with his father-in- law and brother-in-law, of the law firm David, Davis and McClure. He practiced law here for some years where he was also county prosecuting attorney and when Governor Holland was elected moved to Tallahassee to take a position with the governor. He is survived by his wife, the former Florina Davis, formerly of Madison, and two sons, Robert and Charlie McClure, both prominent Tallahassee lawyers and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday with interment in Roselawn Cemetery in Tallahassee.

MCCOLLUM, Charles Wendell McCollum (Abstracted from the 27 August 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Charles Wendell McCollum, age 82, of Patterson, passed away Friday (Aug. 24, 2018) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. Born in Screven Sept. 26, 1935, he lived in Pierce County most of his life. He was a carpenter and started out in the construction business working for J.P. Barnard before joining the union. He decided to branch out on his own and build houses for a living which he did for many years. He enjoyed planting his garden every year and farming. He was a family man and always loved having his family around. He was a member of Ritch Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Charli Edward and Bertie Lou Thornton McCollum. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Patsie Vida “Patty” Boyette McCollum, and by a sister, Geneva Thomason. Survivors include his son, Charles McCollum of Patterson, two sisters, Marcey Denison of K’Ville, and Mary Denison of Jesup, three granddaughters, Amelia Tanner, Dedria (Freddie) Colter and Charli McCollum; eight great-grandchildren, Tanner Wynn, Ava Grace Wynn, Harleigh (Trevor) Rentz, Ryleigh Colter, Landon Westberry, Liam Westberry, Luke Westberry and Melody Westberry, and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral was Sunday at Ritch Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Ritch Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCOLLUM, Patsie Vida Boyette McCollum (Abstracted from the 28 September 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Patsie Vida “Patty” Boyette McCollum, age 79, of Patterson, passed away Saturday (Sept. 26, 2015) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House. Born in Offerman Oct. 19, 1935, she lived in Pierce County most of her adult life. She was a former owner of The Patterson Café in Patterson and also Pat’s Buffet in Alma. She also owned Seacrest Personal Home Care in Brunswick. She was a member of Ritch Baptist Church in Screven. She was a daughter of the late James Franklin and Reba Vida Barnard Boyette. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Ida Mae Cook, and by five brothers, Coye Boyette, James Boyette, Franklin Boyette, Larry Boyette and Dale Boyette. Survivors are her husband of 59 years, Wendell McCollum of Patterson; a son, Charles McCollum of Patterson; a sister and brother-in-law, Virginia (Donald) Cason of Patterson; a brother and sister-in-law, Danny Ray (Diane) Boyette, of Blackshear; 2 sisters-in-law, Marcey Denison of Screven, and Mary Ruth Denison of Jesup; 3 grandchildren, Amelia Tanner Wynn, Dedria (Freddie) Colter and Charli McCollum; 7 great-grandchildren, Tanner Wynn, Harlei Colter, Ryleigh Colter, Landon Westberry, Liam Westberry, Luke Westberry and Melody Westberry; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Monday at Ritch Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Ritch Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCCOLLUM, Roger McCollum (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida November 21, 2011) Valdosta, Georgia; Roger Gary McCollum, age 64, died Sunday, November 20, 2011 at his home in Valdosta. Funeral services will be 6:00 PM November 22, 2011 at First Baptist Church, Madison. Graveside services will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at Lee Memorial Cemetery, Lee. He was born in St. Pete, Florida and retired from State of Florida. He was a US Army Veteran and graduated from FSU. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Madison. He was survived by his wife: Kathy McCollum of Valdosta, GA; 2 daughters: Kara Washington (Billy) of Pinetta and Andrea Nagel (Lee) of Valdosta, GA; 1 sister: Sherry Connolly of Ocala and 3 grandchildren: Gage Washington and Lillian Washington both of Pinetta, and Jules Nagle of Valdosta. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Robert McColskey, age 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2018, at Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center after a long illness. He was born April 22, 1925, in Tampa, FL to the late Willie Neil and Margaret Emma (Stringfellow) McColskey. A Graveside Memorial service was Monday, Sept. 24, at Midway Baptist Church Cemetery. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth; and sisters: Naomi McColskey, Willie Mae Adams and Wyona Douglas. He is survived by his sister, Mavis Cleveland of Plant City; and brother, LH (Barbara) McColskey, of St Augustine. He is also survived by his two sons: James McColskey, of Newport News, VA; David (Kathy) McColskey of Broomfield, CO; and daughter, Pamela Addison, of Cherry Hill, NJ. He has four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He proudly served in the US Navy and is a veteran of World War II and Korea. His military service took him many places around the world, but he always looked forward to being back in Florida. He was an excellent carpenter and enjoyed building furniture and crafting his many stringed instruments, all of which he could play. He spent much of his later years volunteering at the Madison Senior Center and at the local assisted living centers where he would sing and play music for the residents. He was a loving husband, father and minister of the Gospel. He enjoyed building and starting new churches. He spent hours every day reading The Bible and his religious convictions were well-recognized by his peers. He is well known to have "talked the talk and walked the walk" in his everyday life by his friends and associates. Beggs Funeral Home is handling the arrangements; (850) 973-2258.

MCCONNELL, Harold Keith McConnell (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder, Madison, Florida, June 15, 2012) Harold Keith McConnell, age 54, died June 12, 2012, in Madison. Born in Albuquerque, NM, to Harol and Norma McConnell, he served in the Navy for 21 years and was a highly decorated veteran of both Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He also worked as a locksmith for 15 years and was well known in the community of Madison. He is survived by his parents and two sisters, Kathy McConnell and Denise McConnell Riffe, and was preceded in death by one sister, Cynthia Kay Flack, one niece, Brenda Kay Flack, paternal grandparents Grady and Trubie McConnell, and maternal grandparents J.B. and Edith Shepherd. A memorial service will be held at the Madison Church of God, pending final arrangements regarding cremation. His final resting place will be Green Lawn Cemetery in Chekotah, OK, where his ashes will be laid to rest; exact time and date also pending. Those who wish to attend either service and pay their respects may contact Norma McConnell at (229) 220-0403. His family is requesting that, in lieu of flowers, please send a contribution to Big Bend Hospice of Madison, 225 SW Smith Street, Madison 32340.

MCCOOK, Danny Ross McCook Sr. (Abstracted from the 24 November 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Danny Ross McCook Sr., age 59, of Waycross, died Monday (Nov. 20, 2017) in Waycross from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born in Waycross to the late George Robert McCook and Vianna Smith McCook. A lifelong resident of Waycross, he graduated from Waycross High School and was retired from Walmart. He enjoyed the outdoors, his front porch rocking chair, hunting, fishing and working in his yard. But what made him light up was talking about his children and grandchildren. His grandchildren were the apple of his eye and he enjoyed attending their ball games, picking them up from school and them calling him in need when they didn’t want to call anyone else. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Buddy McCook and MSgt Robert Frank McCook. He is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda Albritton McCook, of Waycross; his son, Ross McCook; his mother, Melinda Lee of Waycross; two step-children, Lester Davis of Waycross, and Consuelo Davis Cunningham of Waycross; four grandchildren, Braxton McCook, Colton McCook and their mother, Mandy McCook, Canaan Cunningham, Colleen Cunningham and their father Michael T. Cunningham; a brother, Ronnie McCook of Charleston, SC; a sister, Robin Crowle of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Saturday at Waycross Holiness Baptist Church, 101 E. Blackshear Ave., Waycross. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCOOK, Leon Ennis McCook Jr. (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 15 January 2017) GAINESVILLE, GA: Mr. Leon Ennis McCook Jr. age 94, died Sunday, January 15, 2017 in Gainesville, GA. Funeral Services will be Saturday January 21, 2017 at Beggs Funeral Home with burial at Hanson United Methodist Church Cemetery. He was born in Lizella, GA and moved to Gainesville, GA in 2008 from Jacksonville, FL. He worked for the City of Miami Police Department as an Auto Mechanic Foreman before retiring. He is survived by 1 daughter: Brenda (Larry) Preiss of Gainesville, GA; 2 sons: Leon Ennis (Julie) McCook III of Apopka, FL and Rick (Anne) McCook of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; 1 brother: Joe (Ann) McCook of Hiawassee, GA; 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Donations may be sent to Hanson United Methodist Church, Cemetery Fund, PO Box 272, Pinetta, FL 32350 or Gainesville Georgia First United Methodist Church, 2780 Thompson Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506.

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(Abstracted from the September 10, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Infant Landon Michael McCook, son of Christopher and Christina Raulerson McCook, of Waycross, died Saturday (Sept. 6, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. Survivors in addition to his parents include 1 brother, Liam McCook, of Waycross; maternal grandparents, Cynthia Hunt, of Waycross, and Christopher Raulerson, of Waycross; paternal grandparents, Kristy and Buddy Woodall, of Waycross, George and Melanie McCook, of Chesser; maternal great-grandparents, Kathleen Smith, of Waycross, Billy Raulerson, of Waycross; paternal great-grandparents, Cynthia McCook, of Waycross, Mike Cecilia Crosby, of Jamestown, Lydia McCook, of Afghanistan. A graveside service will be held Thursday at Kettle Creek Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCOOK, Mary McCook (Abstracted from the 4 August 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Mary McCook, age 84, of Douglas, GA, formally of Gloucester Point, VA, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mrs. McCook was born on March 12, 1933, in Mustoe, VA, to the late Harry Tate Hiner and Mary Catherine Harris Hiner. Survivors include: her son, Charles (Karen) McCook of Gloucester, VA; four daughters, Mary K. (Daniel) LaCross of Gloucester Point, VA, Betty Jean Hosack of St. Marys, GA, Jo Ann (Jimmy) Williams of Douglas, GA, and Shannon (Antonio) McCook of Gloucester, VA; two sisters, Pearl Buzzard of Hot Springs, VA and Charlotte Ann Vogel of Fort Washington, PA; twelve grandchildren, BJ LaCross, Jennifer Harper, Candace Pullum, Christopher McCook, Karissa Harper, Heather McCook, Malinda Odom, Summer Driver, Andrea McCook, Jessica Carver, Alexis Foster, and Ayden Foster; nineteen great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie McCook; and several brothers and sisters. Memorial service will be held at a later date at Peninsula Memorial Park in Newport News, VA. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCORD, Augustus Parks McCord Jr. (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/augustus-parks-pete-mccord-jr/) Augustus Parks (Pete) McCord, Jr, of Quitman, GA fell asleep peacefully, Tuesday, March 26th, 2019, and awoke in his Lord’s presence at the Fellowship Home in Quitman, GA. Pete was born on May 16, 1932 to Augustus Parks McCord, Sr. and Lucile R. McCord in Ashburn, GA. At the age of 5, he and his mother moved to Quitman, GA where she made many sacrifices to give her only son the best life possible. Growing up an only child, he was very close to his one cousin, Pasty who he spent many summers with! Pete attended Quitman schools and the Citadel in Charleston, NC until joining the United States Air Force. While in the USAF, he served in Texas, Illinois, and Japan before moving back home to attend Valdosta State College, where he met his future wife, Gail Voigt. Pete loved and adored Gail for 62 years and together they built a beautiful life! They had two boys, Augustus Parks and George, whom were his pride and joy! Being an only child, he became close with his brother in laws, Al and Kenny Voigt and loved them as they were his own brothers. With his father in law’s blessing, he took the HVAC division of Voigt’s Sheet Metal Works and founded McCord’s Heating and Air which is run today by his son, Bubba. It was Pete’s dream to one day own his own farm, and in the 70’s he made that dream a reality when he purchased the family farm. He was a cowboy at heart who loved traveling out west and to Texas where they would ride through the Texas hills with the windows down listening to country music! However, nothing compared to life back home where he enjoyed life on the farm, raising his cows, and riding horses with his niece Kristy! When his only grandson George was born life, couldn’t get much better…that is until his great- grandson, Benjamin was born and he couldn’t get enough of him! Pete always enjoyed going to the Royal Café in Quitman for breakfast and lunch where they would discuss and solve the world’s problems! He survived cancer and multiple heart issues that landed him in the SGMC Cardiac Rehab program at the YMCA where he made many special friends. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church Quitman and loved his Sunday School class. Pete is reunited once again in Heaven with his father, Augustus Parks McCord, Sr.; his mother, Lucile R. McCord; and beloved son, George, whose loss was almost impossible to overcome. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gail V. McCord; his son, A.P. (Bubba) McCord, III; his grandson, George Andrew and Delcia McCord; his great grandson, Benjamin McCord all of Morven; his brothers in law and sister in law, Al and Betty Voigt, Kenny Voigt all of Valdosta; numerous nieces and nephews. He is also preceded in death by his parents in law, George (Boss) and Faye Voigt and a sister in law, Joy Ann Voigt. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of Fellowship Home and Hospice of South Georgia for the care of their loved one. Graveside services will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Quitman. Carson McLane Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, 509 W. Screven St., Quitman, GA 31643.

MCCORMACK, Judy McCormack (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier 13 October 2010) Mrs. Judy McCormack, 57, went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2010 at her home. A mass will be held Thursday, October 14, 2010, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Madison with burial to follow in Lee Memorial Cemetery. Donations may be made 28 to the Rural Area Theatrical Troupe, 9319 S. County 53, Madison, FL 32340, in honor of her. She was born and raised in Wilmington, DE, and graduated high school from Ursuline Academy in 1971 and attended and graduated college at Limestone College in Gaffney, SC with a BA Degree in the Theatre Arts and English. She moved to Tampa, St. Pete area and married Ed McCormack and settled in Lee, FL in 1987. She was heavily involved in the Community Theater and recently became a member of the Rural Area Theater Troupe. She worked for Relief Printing for many years. She is survived by her daughter; Molly McCormack of Lee; Mother; Barbara (John) Radka of Ocean View, DE; 3 brothers; Thomas (Mary) Manley of Centerville, GA, Frederick (Sandy) Manley of Southbury, CT, Gerald (Colleen) Manley of Middletown, DE, 1 sister; Nancy Davis of Wilmington, DE, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Ed McCormack.

MCCORMICK, Edna Loraine Day McCormick (Abstracted from Greene Publishing 11 August 2020) Edna Loraine Day McCormick added her beautiful voice to the Heavenly Choir on Monday, Aug. 10, 2020. She was surrounded by her family and best friend, Charlotte Hammond. Edna was born in Globe, AZ on Feb. 16, 1947. She lived in Florida, Tennessee, California and settled back in Florida to care for her mother. She loved the people of Pinetta and that love was returned. Edna was predeceased by her father, Dean Donald Day; her mother, Mildred Reaves Day Crafton; and her infant daughter. She is survived by her son, Brian Todd Conner (Kim); her grandchildren: Dakota, Ashley and Gavin; her great-granddaughter, Darla; her sisters: Doris Day (David) and Dale Day Lilley (Tom); and brother, Clyde Day (Ruth); and a host of nieces and nephews. Edna was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Pinetta. Although her preference was to remain in the background, she was willing to step forward wherever needed. She served as director of music, Sunday school teacher and in the food bank, among other activities. The family would like to express their deep gratitude to the church and the community of Pinetta for supporting Edna in good times and in bad. Madison County residents and beyond, including those in nursing homes and prisons, were blessed with Edna's gift to impart joy with her voice. Edna was always extending her hand to the downtrodden, including the many hungry and hurt furry friends. A celebration of Edna's life will take place at the First Baptist Church of Pinetta. All family and friends are invited. COVID-19 precautions are in place. In lieu of flowers, Edna preferred donation to Pearlman Cancer Center, Suwannee Valley Humane Society or Lighthouse Children's home.

MCCORMICK, James Cleveland McCormick Sr. (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 8 July 2013) Mr. James Cleveland McCormick Sr., age 65, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2013. James was born in Tallahassee and made his home in Thomasville, GA. James was a member of Church of Ablaze in Ochlocknee, GA. He loved to work in his yard and care for his flowers. He enjoyed helping other people. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luther Cleveland McCormick and Mary Linda Sneden Cole McCormick, his sister, Laverne McCormick Howard and his daughter, Lisa Ann McCormick. He is survived by 1 son, James Cleveland McCormick Jr.; 1 daughter, Shelia Kay Lovvorn; 2 sisters, Mae Cole Heuring and Jeanie McCormick (Jimmy Ray) Batten; 1 aunt, Sarah Cole Sneden; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside services were Saturday, June 22, 2013, at Aenon Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Lighthouse Children’s Home, 7771 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32317. Arrangements by Culley’s MeadowWood Funeral Home, 1737 Riggins Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308.

MCCORMICK, Joseph Y. McCormick (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 6, 2005) BLACKSHEAR — Elder Joseph Yancey "J.Y." McCormick, 87, died Saturday afternoon (Sept. 3, 2005) at his residence. A native of Crenshaw County, Ala., he was a retired truck driver. He was a member of Mount Zion Primitive Baptist Church. He was also an Elder of Shady Grove Primitive Baptist Church for 40 years and Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church for 33 years. He was the son of the late Samuel and Eva Daniel McCormick. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Cora Mae Roberts McCormick, and his second wife, Edie Carter McCormick; and one brother. Survivors include his wife, Azilee O'Steen McCormick of Blackshear; four daughters, Karen Stone of Lake Wales, Fla., Kathryn and Bill Mobley of Fulton, Mo., Wanda and Wayne Culver of Blackshear and Janice and Scott Smith of Blackshear; two sons, Kenneth Wayne (Casandra) McCormick of San Antonio, Texas and Kendrick Ricky (Patty) McCormick of Lake Wales, Fla.; one sister, Letha Sipper of Luverne, Ala.; one brother, Broyce (Eunice) McCormick of Montgomery, Ala.; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at Mount Zion Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Alvin Johnson, Elder Clarke Lee and Elder Willis Boyett officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Zion Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Greenville, Ala. today at 3:30 p.m. Active pallbearers were Morris Thornton, Sam Boyett, Tom Chancey, Eugene Hickox, David Lee and Kenneth Cason. Honorary pallbearers were T.J. Boyett, Edmond Bennett, Joe Johnson, and Zelton Dixon. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online register at www.pearsontreadwell.com

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(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 12, 1960) Lee Bell McCormick, age 75, died in Bradenton Wednesday. He was a native of Madison County and a retired farmer and had been living in Bradenton for the past eight months. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Lois Mae McCormick of Bradenton; three daughters, Mrs. Doris McClelland of Tampa, Mrs. Evelyn McClelland of St. Augustine, and Mrs. Mary Ann Lee of Salem; two sons, Lee B. McCormick, Jr., and Don McCormick, both of Sarasota; two brothers, Jim Taylor of Valdosta and Zack Taylor of Adel, GA, and six grandchildren. Services will be held Friday at Mt. Horeb Primitive Baptist Church near Pinetta. Interment will follow at Mt. Horeb Cemetery.

MCCORMICK, Lee Bell McCormick (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 12, 1960) Lee Bell McCormick, age 75, died in Bradenton Wednesday. He was a native of Madison County and a retired farmer and had been living in Bradenton for the past eight months. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Lois Mae McCormick of Bradenton; three daughters, Mrs. Doris McClelland of Tampa, Mrs. Evelyn McClelland of St. Augustine, and Mrs. Mary Ann Lee of Salem; two sons, Lee B. McCormick, Jr., and Don McCormick, both of Sarasota; two brothers, Jim Taylor of Valdosta and Zack Taylor of Adel, GA, and six grandchildren. Services will be held Friday at Mt. Horeb Primitive Baptist Church near Pinetta. Interment will follow at Mt. Horeb Cemetery.

MCCORVEY, Brock McCorvey (Abstracted from the 30 November 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Brock McCorvey, age 35, died suddenly Tuesday (Nov. 28, 2017). He was a native and life-long resident of Ware County and was a 2001 graduate of the Ware County Magnet School. He was employed as a boilermaker with Frye and Rowe Company and was of the Baptist faith. He will be fondly remembered for his love of his wife, children, his friends and family. He loved to mechanic and work on different things. Survivors include his wife, Courtney Spradley McCorvey; his son, Landon Brock McCorvey, and his daughter, Paizley Leighanne McCorvey of Waycross; his mother, Brenda O’Berry (Scottie) Steverson; his father, Keith McCorvey of Waycross; his maternal grandparents, Lizzie O’Berry Mercer (the late Tallie O’Berry) of Waycross, and John and Wanda Stapleton of Millwood; his paternal grandmother, Betty McCorvey (the late Rev. Earldene McCorvey) of Waycross; his mother-in-law, Tammy Spradley (husband, the late Donnie Spradley) of Waycross; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

MCCORVEY, Kristopher McCorvey (Abstracted from the 19 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Kristopher “Kodi” McCorvey, age 34, died Saturday (Feb. 17, 2018) at Kindred Hospital North Florida in Green Cove Springs, FL, after a brief illness. He was a native of and lived most of his life in Waycross. A 2002 graduate of Ware County High School, he was employed as an x-ray technician at Southeast Georgia Health System Camden Campus. He was also a former member of Swamp Road Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Earldene McCorvey, and one cousin, Brock McCorvey. Survivors include his wife, Victoria Happoldt McCorvey, of Woodbine; three children, Kali Piper McCorvey, Violet Pear McCorvey and Brogan Pace McCorvey; his parents, Tommy and Julia Courson McCorvey, of Waycross; one brother, Kori (Kim) McCorvey of Blackshear; a nephew, Courson McCorvey; a niece, Collins McCorvey; paternal grandmother, Betty S. McCorvey of Waycross; maternal grandparents, Billy and Georgia Courson of Waycross; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Kimberly and Lucky Roberson of Woodbine; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral will be Wednesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

MCCOULD, Dorthenia Haynes McCould (Abstracted from John Bullard 23 June 2020) Dorthenia Haynes McCould was born in Madison, FL on April 14, 1946 to Albert and Roberta DeLaughter. She accepted Christ as her Savior in July of 1957, at the early age of eleven and joined St. James Missionary Baptist Church, and in later years Pineland Missionary Baptist Church. She was a faithful member of the church choir, where singing and serving the Lord was her passion. Her pastimes included baking, reading the Bible, crossword puzzles and listening to her spirituals. Dorthenia received her formal education at Madison County Training School and went on to pursue a career in cosmetology at Stanton Vocational School, in Jacksonville, FL. Preceding her in death are both parents; daughter, Maudina M. Aikens; four siblings: Catherine Brown, James DeLaughter, Ezell Tookes and Martha DeLaughter. Dorthenia's earthly journey ended peacefully at Indian River Medical Center on Thursday, June 18, 2020 in Vero Beach, FL. She leaves to celebrate her life and cherish her memories one brother, David DeLaughter of Madison, FL; three sisters; Naomi Anderson, of Madison, LaVerne Lamb, of Tallahassee FL and Mary Holloway, of Vero Beach, FL; sister-in-law, Betty DeLaughter of Madison FL and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside memorial will be held at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison, FL. 30

MCCOY, Carol Hargrave McCoy (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 6 October 2017) Mrs. Carol Hargrave McCoy, age 61, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2017 in High springs, FL. Carol was born December 25, 1955 in Homestead, FL to Mr. John Rolfs Hargrave Sr. and Ruth Bondurant Smith Hargrave. Carol was graduate of A. E. Beach High School in Savannah, GA and has lived in High Springs for the last 30 years. She was a faithful and active member of Impact Family Church where she served in the children’s department for nearly 30 years and many other areas as well. She worked as a claims processor for Shands Hospital at UF for more than 15 years. She was a loving and devoted mother who enjoyed spending time with her family. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruth Hargrave Sr. She is survived by 2 children, her son, Edwin (Amber) McCoy Jr. of Gainesville, FL and daughter, Deborah McCoy, of High Springs; 1 sister, Jackie Benefield, of LaCrosse, FL; 1 brother, Rolfs (Marcia) Hargrave of Florence, SC; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 14, 2017 at Impact Family Church. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Gainesville, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

MCCOY, Fred McCoy Jr. (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 15 May 2020) Fred McCoy Jr., age 90, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020, at his home with 3 of his 4 daughters and other family members by his side. He was born in Columbia, SC on May 23, 1930, the only son of the late Bessie Mae Neeley and Fredrick James McCoy. He grew up in Columbia and attended Wardlaw High School. Fred was a ”Real McCoy” a descendant of the feuding Tennessee Hatfield and McCoy’s. On August 21st, 1947, just after his 17th birthday he enlisted in the US Army Air Corps. He did his basic training and all medical training stateside and when he finished, he was transferred to Germany. In Germany he worked as a Medic at a MASH unit where he met and married the love of his life Mary E. Merten also working in the same unit as a RN. After completing their tour of service in Germany they came back to the states and started their family at Otis AFB on Cape Cod. MA. Fred later was transferred to Moody AFB in Valdosta. The family moved back to Massachusetts when Fred deployed to Vietnam to wait for his return. After his return he was stationed at Pease AFB in New Hampshire and settled in Eliot, Maine until his retirement in 1974. He then returned to Valdosta and continued to serve as a member of the US Air Force Reserves at Moody AFB until 1977. Fred spent 9 years in the Army Air Corps and then re-enlisted for 21 years in the Air Force, for a total of 30 years of Service to his Country. He spent time in Germany, Vietnam, Thailand, Okinawa, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and the Philippines. He earned over 18 Medals and Special Accommodations, and as an Air Medic flew in over 74 Combat Missions over Vietnam. Fred was an avid golfer, he loved bowling, salt and freshwater fishing, and he loved traveling with Mary, his grandchildren and friends in their Camper all over the United States visiting the wonderful sites of our country. On Wednesday May the 6th the family celebrated his 90 years with a birthday motorcade past Fred at his daughter’s house on White Oak Drive. It was escorted by the Valdosta Police Department and included Mayor Matheson, a Moody AFB Delegation, and many neighborhood friends and family. Fred was predeceased by Mary; his wife of over 60 years, his mother, his father and his stepfather Robert Lee Richardson “Pops” and stepbrother J. B. Richardson. He is survived by his 4 daughters Katherine Califf and Bill Parmelee of Valdosta, GA; Rosemary and Stephen Wollerscheid of York, ME; Joanne Small and Steven Gagle of Eliot, ME; and Dorothy McCoy and Keith of York, SC; 10 grandchildren: Nicole and G.C. Ratliff, Cody and Jordan Califf, Matthew and Lauren Califf all of Valdosta, Stephanie and Ryan Berry of York, ME, Melissa Wollerscheid and Nate Hill of So. Berwick, ME, Erin and Brian Grondin of Wells, ME, Christopher Small of Rochester, NH, Tyler Small of Eliot, ME, Cynthia and Keith Witheterral of South Carolina; his 9.5 great grandchildren are Hayley and Granger-Cole Ratliff , Colin and Breanna Grondin, Genevieve Berry, Corbyn and Camdyn Califf, Annie Marie and a ‘Little Angel’ Califf soon to be born, and Theodore Hill; and many nieces and nephews, other family members. There are no services planned at this time. In memoriam please consider a charitable gift to our covid-19 emergency response fund to www.sgmcfoundation.org as Fred and Mary were both in the medical field. Your gift will allow SGMC leadership to respond to the additional healthcare needs as they arrive in response to this crisis.

MCCOY, Henry Alphonso McCoy, Jr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 8 November 2017) Mr. Henry Alphonso McCoy, Jr. departed this life Sunday, November 5, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. Henry was the child of Mr. and Mrs. Allie (Codie) McCoy and Henry McCoy, Sr. of Madison, FL. He was affectionately known as “Junior” to some and “Mac” to others. He accepted Christ at an early age and joined the Mt. Zion AME Church of Madison, FL. He matriculated at Madison County Training School, where he played on the football team. After graduating, he pursued a career in the Navy. While in the Navy he received a Certificate of Leadership Award from National University, two Letters of Commendation, a National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Campaign Medal, a Meritorious Service Award from the Greater San Diego Chamber of 31

Commerce, and was named COMNAVBASE Sailor of the Year (1981). In total, he served his country for 24 years in 11 operational commands on the west coast of the United States and on tours of the Pacific Ocean. Henry was preceded in death by his parents. He now leaves behind a loving wife of nearly 49 years, Ella W. McCoy of Greenville, FL. He also leaves a loving legacy of two children; Eleanor McCoy Carter (Orlando, FL) and Henry Davenport (Louisville, KY); three grandchildren - Angel Davenport, Davadrion Davenport and Starlette Jackson; six great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives. A home going celebration will be held Saturday, November 11, 2017 at Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home Chapel, 162 SW Third Ave., Madison, Florida.

MCCOY, Richard Ronnie McCoy, Sr. (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 7 October 2014) Mr. Richard Ronnie "Rick” McCoy, Sr., age, 60, of Douglas, GA, passed away Friday September 26, 2014, at the Satilla Hospice in Waycross, following an extended illness. Mr. McCoy was born January 8, 1954, to the late Willard A. McCoy and the late Pauline Griffin McCoy. Mr. McCoy, a native of Homerville, had lived in the Coffee County area for many years. He was the owner and operator of McCoy’s Excavating Services. He loved and cared for horses. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Lee McCoy and a sister, Joyce Elaine Lomax. Mr. McCoy was a member of the Salem Holiness Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Linda Corbitt McCoy of Douglas, GA; 2 sons, Richard Ronnie McCoy, Jr. and Jason Ray McCoy both of Douglas, GA; 2 brothers, Paul McCoy of Homerville, GA, and James Edward McCoy of Savannah, GA; 2 sisters, Darnell Register of DuPont, GA; and Mary Ruthaleen Smart of Alma, GA; 2 grandchildren, Charity Leann McCoy and Rylee Grace McCoy, both of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, and other relatives. Funeral services were Sunday, September 28, 2014, at Salem Holiness Baptist Church. Interment followed in the Salem Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCCREA, Clayton Kurt McCrea (Abstracted from the 20 October 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Clayton Kurt McCrea, age 40, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in Volusia County, FL, Mr. McCrea was born on January 31, 1977, in Waycross, GA, to the late Jimmy Lee McCrea and Beckie McCrea. Survivors include, son, Jared McCrea of Douglasville, GA, grandmother, Dorothy Duke of Douglas, GA, half-sister, Donna Lloyd of Waycross, GA. Clayton was preceded in death by father, Jimmy Lee McCrea and mother, Beckie McCrea. The graveside services were Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at The Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home of Douglas, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCRANIE, J. B. McCranie (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, November 14, 1901) A cloud of sorrow has darkened the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. McCranie by the death of their son J. B. McCranie who passed away on September 25th and was buried in the family burying ground at Hopeful Church on the 26th. He was a bright boy six years of age. In the Madison County Cemetery listings for New Hopeful Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery we find a J. B. McCranie, born 17 Apr 1895, died 25 Sep 1901.

MCCRANIE, Raymond A. McCranie (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Raymond A. McCranie, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at Marshall Health Care Center. He was born in Moultrie, GA. Coming from Colquitt GA he had lived in Perry for many years. He was a U. S. Army Veteran where he served in the South Pacific during WW #II Solomon Islands campaign where he was wounded, resulting in the loss of a leg. He was a member of the VFW of Perry, and Sons of Confederate Veterans. He was preceded in death by his parents, Glen McCranie and Minnie Ola Guess McCranie, and a son, Ralph McCranie. Survived by his wife of 20 years, Vivian McCranie of Perry, FL, a brother; Neal McCranie of Perry, FL, a sister, Toy Karrer of Dallas, TX, grandchildren, Jeff McCranie, Derek McCranie both of Okeechobee, FL, and a host of nieces and nephews also survive. No services are planned at this time.

MCCRARY, Jacqueline McCrary (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 23, 2009) Jacqueline Smith McCrary passed away peacefully Friday (Feb. 20, 2009) morning. She was the daughter of T. Lee Smith and Emmie Dillard Smith and lived in Waycross most of her life. She married Thomas Alton McCrary in 1942. She was a graduate of Waycross High School (class of 1939) and Georgia State Women's College, now Valdosta State University. She taught in the Waycross and Ware County school systems. She was an employment counselor at Slash Pine Community Action Agency for 19 years, where she quietly opened a door to change the life path of so many. She was a devoted member of the Waycross First 32

United Methodist Church since the age of 9. She was a member of United Methodist Women, pianist for the Arthur Moore Sunday School Class and enjoyed the Sewing Circle. Other community involvement included vice president of Rose Garden Club, Music Club, Friends of the Library and Baptist Village chapel choir. She enjoyed the role of publicity chair for many of these organizations, as well as her high school and college reunion committees. She was a well-known Waycrossan and was honored by the Waycross Journal-Herald as Mother of the Year in 1983. She will be missed by countless friends, neighbors and the wonderful group at Baptist Village where she resided since 1993. Her love of music will live on through her children who were always delighted at the sound of her beautiful rendition of Clare de Lune. She is survived by three sons, Thomas Alton McCrary Jr., of Atlantic Beach, Fla., Richard Smith McCrary, of Keller, Texas, and Roger Lee McCrary, of Fernandina Beach, Fla.; three daughters, Martha M. Hannah, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., Mary M. Jay, of Seattle, Wash., and Virginia M. Johnson, of Orange Park, Fla.; daughters-in-law, Beth McCrary and Denise McCrary; sons-in-law, DonW. Jay and David C. Johnson; grandchildren, Diana M. Eshelman, D'Arcy M. Bowman, Rich McCrary, Lesley M. Strever, Amy Hannah Moore, Marcy Hannah Almeida, Lori Jay Roozen, Roger L. McCrary, Sara M. McCart, Anna E. Johnson and Benjamin D. Johnson; 13 great-grandchildren, Michelle, Brian, Kayleigh, Jack, Madison, Marlee, Ella Grace, Maizy, Russell, Melinda, Mallory, Lily, and Mila; a sister, Jeanette S. Darden, and son, Bob Perrott. A funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 in the Arthur Moore chapel of First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends this afternoon from 5 to 6:30 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001. The family requests the Booth Sunday School class to serve as honorary pallbearers and are asked to meet at the Arthur Moore Chapel by 1:40 p.m. Tuesday. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCRARY, Louise Conner McCrary (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 23 August 2013) Mrs. Louise Conner McCrary, age 95, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2013, at Shady Acres Convalescent Center in Douglas, GA, after an extended illness. Mrs. Louise McCrary was born on July 9, 1918, in Finleyson, GA, to the late Willie Story and Mary Attaway Conner. Ms. McCrary was a loving wife to William Warren MccCary for almost 72 years and she was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church in Douglas, GA, for over 60 years. Survivors include her husband, William Warren McCrary of Douglas, GA; 2 sons, Craig (Gail) McCrary of Douglas, GA; and Conner (Sylvia) McCrary of Jacksonville, FL; 1 daughter, Angela (Ray) Patschek of Costa Mesa, CA; 5 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. A graveside service was Sunday, July 28, 2013, at the Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCCRAY, Annie Catherine Strickland McCray (Abstracted from the 18 November 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Annie Catherine Strickland McCray, age 84, of Waycross, died Wednesday (Nov. 16, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. She was born in Waycross to the late Nolan Jackson Strickland and Annie Neressa Wildes Strickland. She lived in Waycross most of her life. She was a waitress at the Blue Bird Café and the Green Frog Restaurant and was a homemaker most of her life. She attended Victory Drive Church of God and loved music, playing the guitar, piano and singing. She also crocheted for many years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Bobbie Dryden, and two sisters, Joyce Williams and Norma Jean Broome. Survivors include her husband of 69 years, Willis John McCray, of Waycross; two daughters, Barbara Ann (Willian) Byrd of Waycross, Lisa (Rodney) Mathis of Waycross; 1 son-in-law, Lonnie Dryden of Waycross; 8 grandchildren, William John Byrd, Brian Allan Byrd, William Gage Byrd, Lonnie Benjamin (Jackie) Dryden, Shelly (Billy) Murray, Jessica LeAnne (Travis) Cox, Daniel Mathis, Candy Murray, all of Waycross; 20 great- grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

MCCRAY, Bessie McCray (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 13, 1968) Bessie McCray, age 74, died Sunday December 8th at the local hospital after an extended illness. She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church of Madison. Survivors are one son, Williams McCray of Madison, seven grandchildren, twenty-four great- grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; one sister, Essie Henderson of Tallahassee; one uncle, Robert Law of Perry, FL; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Sunday December 15th at Shiloh Baptist Church with burial in Concord Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCRAY, Betty Jean Barnhart McCray (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 6 December 2015)

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Mrs. Betty Jean Barnhart McCray, age 73, of Mayo, FL, passed away on December 6, 2015 at Shands Hospital at UF in Gainesville, FL. Betty was born December 1, 1942 in Baltimore, MD to Mr. Daniel Webster Barnhart and Mary Page Barnhart. Mrs. McCray was of the Christian faith and a homemaker for most of her life. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family and traveling in her spare time. She is survived by: her husband of 52 years, Jason McCray of Mayo; 3 sons, Craig McCray of Orange City, FL; Wade McCray of Sanford, FL; and Brian McCray of Mayo; 1 brother, Ronny Barnhart of Syracuse, NY; 2 granddaughters, Alicia and Ashley; as a well numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at Alton Cemetery in Mayo, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

MCCRAY, Bobby McCray (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Bobby McCray, 72, a native and lifelong resident of Lafayette County passed away on February 24, 2012 in Gainesville. Bobby was born on March 6, 1939, on the family farm, to Mr. Clarence Edward McCray, Sr. and the former Mrs. Leona Jackson. Bobby was a veteran of the Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a former Sheriff’s Deputy of Lafayette County and later served as its Sheriff for several years. Bro. Bobby will be affectionately remembered for his ministry of 42 years in Lafayette and Suwanee Counties. He was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church in Suwanee County. He also worked with the Suwanee River Economical Council for 16 years as the housing estimator. He was a member of the Mayo Masonic Lodge #119 and the American Legion. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed farming. Survivors include his wife of 45 years Mrs. Marion Crews McCray; two sons Robert McCray (Angie), and Patrick McCray (Christy) both of Mayo; grandchildren Cain McCray, Hannah McCray, Brooke Walker, and Taylor Rackley; brothers Cooter McCray (Betty) and Edward McCray (Kathy) both of Mayo; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 27, 2012 in Airline Baptist Church. A private burial will follow. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo is in charge of arrangements.

MCCRAY, Freddie Lee McCray (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 17, 1964) Freddie Lee McCray, 17, of Greenville, was found dead Wednesday on a road 1.7 miles north of Greenville. Justice of Peace George Ivey English has called a coroner’s inquest for next week. The victim is survived by his mother, Hattie McCray of Greenville, his father, Edmond McCray, of Raiford; six brother and two sisters. Funeral services will be held April 20 in Mt. Nebo Church with burial in Redding Hammock Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCRAY, Gloria D. West McCray (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida September 2, 2011) Gloria D. West McCray 58, of Madison died Friday, August 26, 2011. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2011 at Pineland M.B.C. Burial will follow at the Jeslamb A.M.E. Cemetery in Madison, FL. The wake will be held Friday, September 2, 2011 from 5:00 p.m.-7:00p.m. at Pineland M.B.C. She is survived by her children Tawanna Aikens and Morris McCray, her God-daughter Diane Jones; Also her sister Lillian West and brothers George West Jr., (Maxine), Sammie West (Stephanie), Anthony West (Diane), and Derrick West (Lisa); and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Arrangements by Ganzy Funeral Home in Madison, FL (850)973-3267.

MCCRAY, Harold Lafevere McCray (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Harold Lafevere McCray, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at his residence. He was born in New Smyrna, FL, to the late Harry and Evelyn Knight McCray. He lived most of his life in Mayo and was a member of the Alton Church of God. Mr. McCray was known as a hard worker. He owned and operated McCray Dairy for 35 years and founded the Lance Ordinance Company in 1991 which is now Bulova Technologies. Mr. McCray was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and was a member of the Perry Elks and Mayo Masonic Lodges. He enjoyed fishing, and raising cows in his spare time. Mr. McCray is survived by his wife of 53 years, Helene McCray of Mayo, FL, (2) sons; Henry J. (Cynthia) McCray, and William H. McCray, all of Mayo, (1) brother; Fred (Ernestine) McCray, of Ft. White, FL, (2) sisters; Frances (Doug) Sellars, of Mayo, and Iris Skeen, of Live Oak, FL, (3) grandchildren; Justin, Stephen, and Lance McCray, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at Alton Church of God on Friday, January 21, 2011. Interment will follow at Alton Cemetery.

MCCRAY, Helene Maria Foschum McCray (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 11 October 2015) Mrs. Helene Maria Foschum McCray, age 81, passed away October 11, 2015 at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville. Helene was born September 25, 1934 in Zwiesel Germany to Mr. Josef Foschum and Mrs. Maria Gress Foschum. Mrs. 34

McCray moved from Germany to Lafayette County in 1957 where she raised her family as a devoted homemaker. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. In her spare time she enjoyed snow skiing, water skiing, traveling, swimming, and reading. Helene was preceded in death by her husband Harold McCray in 2011. She is survived by her 2 sons, Henry (Cindy) McCray, and William McCray, all of Mayo, 2 sisters, Hilde and Annemie both of Germany, 3 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, as a well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Saturday, October 17, 2015 at the Alton Church of God. All arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

MCCRAY, Jade Marie McCray (Abstracted from the 4 June 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jade Marie McCray, age 28, of Waycross died Saturday (June 1, 2019) on St. Simon’s Island from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born in Chillicothe, Ohio and moved to this area in 1999. She attended Pierce County High School and worked for Live Oak Homes. She was a down to earth person with a free spirit. She loved the earth and swimming in the water. Jade loved doing her makeup and was always sure to post a picture on social media. She was preceded in death by her mother, Crystal Renee McCray Lowman, and her paternal grandparents, J.D. and Ruby B. Lowman. Survivors include her son, Wendell Liam Clark of Waycross; her father, Wendell Lowman of Blackshear; her sister, Jasea McCray and children Mahlaya, Alaysia and Amiya of Waycross; two brothers, David Rhoads of Chillicothe, Ohio and Gary Sweat of Alma; and her maternal grandmother, Tellie Yonts Taylor of Chillicothe, Ohio. A funeral service will be at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Memorialization will be by cremation.

MCCRAY, James Kenneth McCray (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) James Kenneth “Kenny” McCray, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at the VA Medical Center in Gainesville, FL. He was born in Mayo, FL, to the late Alford, and Lois Gibbons McCray. Mr. McCray was a member of the Airline Baptist Church, and the Veteran Auxiliary Post 105. He worked as a Rig Supervisor in the Oil fields. He loved to fish and garden, enjoyed being outdoors and being on his tractor. Preceded in death by a half-brother, Charles “Sonny” Stanland. Survived by his lifetime companion of 22 years, Vivan Taule of Mayo, FL, (3) daughters; Karen McCray of Texas, Amanda McCray of Mississippi, Chere Ray of Mayo, FL, (4) brothers; Jason (Betty) McCray of Tennessee, Chester (Virginia) McCray, Jerry (Gail) McCray, and Terry (Linda) McCray, all of Mayo, FL, and a sister; Lorrell (Jerry) Lee of Alabama. A Memorial Service will be held at Airline Baptist Church on Friday, September 3, 2010.

MCCRAY, Jewel E. McCray (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 3, 2011) Jewel E. McCray, 77, peacefully went home to be with her Heavenly Father Sunday afternoon (May 29, 2011) at home surrounded by her family at her bedside after an extended illness. She was born in Patterson Feb. 25, 1934 to the late Sam and Georgia Bell Hollis. At an early age, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She faithfully attended Zion Baptist Church, Blackshear, and St. James Baptist Church, Patterson, with her family. She received her formal education in the Piece County School System and graduated from high school in 1950. Later in life, she attended Waycross Junior College and Waycross-Ware Tech to obtain further training in the area of childhood education. On Oct. 22, 1953, she married the love of her life, Christopher C. McCray. Upon marriage, she relocated to Waycross where she gracefully became a devoted wife and loving mother to Cynthia McCray. To this union, two daughters were born, Linda and Christi. She was a caring mother whose love for her children was truly amazing. After moving to Waycross, she joined Greater Mount Zion A.M. E. Church where she served faithfully with her husband until her health began to fail. She was blessed with a beautiful voice, which she loved to use to give praise to her Heavenly Father. She was a faithful member of the Senior Choir and Mass Choir for many years, and served as a soloist, chorister and floral treasurer over the years. Her favorite songs included "Because He Lives," "Your Grace and Mercy," "We Are Our Heavenly Father's Children" and "I Love to Praise Him." She was called upon on many occasions to sing solos at various church programs, weddings and other events in Waycross and the surrounding area. For several years, she was employed at Goldkist Pecan Factory. Upon leaving Goldkist, she became a substitute teacher for the Waycross Public School System at Ava Street School. She later worked as a teacher's aide at Crawford Street School from which she retired in 1990. She was admired by her colleagues and adored by her many students who sometimes referred to her as "mother." She was also known for the beautiful bulletin boards she would design around the school. When her husband became the first African American mayor of Waycross in 1976, it gave her great pride to serve as the city's first African American first lady. She took her role as first lady seriously. She accompanied her husband to various events throughout the city and around the state and was always willing to make appearances on her husband's behalf. This service continued during her husband's two additional terms as mayor of Waycross. She also loved to cook for her family and friends. She was known around town for her famous sour cream pound cake, lemon meringue pie and cornbread dressing, among other delicious dishes. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in 35 death by her daughter, Cynthia McCray; sisters, Rulie M. Griggs and Lillie Bell Spells, brothers Clarence Hollis, Roosevelt Hollis, Willie Hollis, Cleveland Hollis, Frank Hollis and Samuel Hollis. She was also preceded in death by a devoted niece, Madlean Brown and nephew, Melvin Griggs. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of nearly 58 years, Christopher C. McCray, Waycross; two daughters, Linda Tolliver (Bobby) and Christi C. McCray, both of Tallahassee, Fla.; one granddaughter, Brandi Threat (John); two great-granddaughters, Jahann Threat and Jaelah Threat, all of Waycross; four sisters-in-law, Levon Hollis, Patterson, Billie Thompson, Ormond Beach, Fla., Edna Anderson, Waycross, and Esther McCray (Charles), Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; one brotherin-law, Charles McCray (Esther), Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; numerous nieces and nephews including a devoted niece, Shirley Bell (Willie), Jacksonville, Fla., and devoted nephew, Cleveland Hollis (Catherine), Waycross; and a host of devoted friends, including Betty McDaniel, Minister Azuloy Burse and Betty Moody, all of Waycross. A home going celebration will be held Saturday at noon at Greater Mount Zion A.M. E. Church, 1085 State St., where the Rev. Roshelle McCrae is the pastor and will deliver words of comfort. The body will lie in repose from 10:30 a.m. until the hour of service. Burial will follow at Hazzard Hill Cemetery. The funeral cortege will assemble at 1217 Toomer St. at 11:15a.m. Public viewing will be from 4 until 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. The family welcomes friends at the McCray residence, 1217 Toomer St., Waycross. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online guest book at www.perrybrothersfuneralhome.com Arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

MCCRAY, Leona Jackson McCray (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Leona Jackson McCray, 92, of Mayo, FL, passed away Sunday December 26, 2010 at the Oakridge Assisted Living Facility in Mayo following an extended illness. Mrs. McCray was a native and lifelong resident of Mayo where she was born on April 28, 1918 to the late Thomas L. and Mary Jane Hewitt Jackson. She was a member of Airline Baptist Church. Mrs. McCray was a homemaker and a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. In her spare time she enjoyed helping people, visiting those in need, crocheting, sewing, and canning. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Edward McCray Sr. Mrs. McCray is survived by, 3 sons, Clarence Edward (Kathy) McCray Jr., Lamar “Cooter” (Betty) McCray, and Bobby (Marion) McCray, all of Mayo, 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, and numerous other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. McCray will be Tuesday December 28, 2010 at Airline Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Airline Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Airline Baptist church Building Fund or to Haven Hospice.

MCCRAY, Linda D. McCray (Abstracted from the 6 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The celebration of life service for Linda D. McCray, age 55, will be held Saturday at River of Life Church of God, 1439 Brunel St. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at 1310 Elizabeth St. Saturday. She departed this life Monday (April 3, 2017) in Jacksonville, FL. She was born March 23, 1962 to the late Rufus Ford Sr. and Christine Ford and I.V.L. Atkinson and Mamie Jean Atkinson. She is survived by her husband, Eddie McCray Sr.; her children, Dwain (Frances) Smith, Christina (James) Hampton, Kandice McCray, Eddie McCray Jr., Keshad Redding, LaShaad Redding, Malique Flanagan; her sibling, Ruby (Jackie) Jones, Jacqueline Ford, Rufus Ford Jr., Barbara Ford, Calvin Ford, Willie (Mary) McClow, Moses Wright, Isaac Atkinson, Shirley Townsend; aunt and uncle, Patsy (Eddie) Hudson and James Edward (Doris) Ford; her grandchildren, Tyrese Virgil, Keshawna Smith, James Hampton Jr., Jalen Hampton and Justin Hampton; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. She was preceded in death by a sibling, Ivria Atkinson. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

MCCRAY, Mary Alice McCray (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 2 May 2019) Mrs. Mary Alice McCray, age 93, of Mayo, FL, passed from this life on Sunday May 5, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Mary Alice was born in Lafayette County, FL on July 23, 1925 to the late Donald and Mary Maude Clark Pridgeon. She was a homemaker and loving and devoted wife and mother. She was a Christian and attended the Mayo Church of Christ. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, flowers, fishing, socializing with friends, and especially spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by; her parents; her husband, Barn Connie McCray; 5 brothers, Sue, Robert Quinton, Tom, Dee, and Carson; 2 sisters, Dona and Shelly. She is survived by 3 sons, “Bunk” McCray, and wife Barbara, Andy McCray all of Mayo, and Mabry McCray, and wife Crystal, of Clewiston, FL; 5 grandchildren, Alicia Poole, Robert McCray, Joel McCray, Noah McCray, & Caroline McCray; 3 great-grandchildren, Hannah, Christian, and Micah; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. McCray will be at Burns Funeral Home of Mayo. Interment will follow in Land Cemetery.

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(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 20 June 2019) Mary Ann McCray, age 67, of Greenville, FL passed away in Madison, FL on Tuesday, June 18, 2019. Funeral services will be at New Zion M.B. Church in Greenville, with burial in the church cemetery. A native of Greenville, Ms. McCray was a homemaker. Cherishing precious memories are her sons, Willie (Andrea) McCray and Antonio (Natashia Thompkins) Seabrooks; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; sister, Annette Arnold; brother, Eddie Dean (Annie) McCray; and several nieces, nephews and other loving relatives. Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

MCCRAY, Mary Louise Oliver McCray (Abstracted from the 8 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Mary Louise Oliver-McCray, age 79, will be Sunday at New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 701 Ossie Davis Parkway. She was born March 24, 1939 in Douglas to the late Ed Maultsby and Mary Armstrong Maultsby. She received her formal education from the Coffee County Public School System. She was joined in holy matrimony to the late Willie B. Oliver and to this union seven children was born. She later moved to Waycross where she met and married the late Samuel McCray and to this union three children was born. Mother Oliver-McCray accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and was a faithful member of True House Of Deliverance Church where she served as a mother of the church, a deaconess, an armor-bearer and a choir member. She was a dedicated servant of the Lord, but most of all she loved the Lord. She was kind and loving, her congenial character won a place in the hearts of those privileged to have known her. She was a former employee of Ivey’s Laundry and King Edward Cigar Co. On Tuesday (Feb. 5, 2019), God called her from her earthy home to her heavenly home after an illness. She was also preceded in death by a son, John Thomas. Those left to cherish her memory include her children, James Thomas (Melissa), of Valdosta, Willie Oliver (Tracy), Carolyn Stewart, Lewis Oliver (Balinda), Mary Bennett (Leroy) Sharon Oliver, Jacqueline McCray, Patricia Smith, all of Waycross, Robert Oliver (Debra), of Cleveland, Ohio, Jackie McCray, Eddie McCray, Roberta McCray, Ruth McCray, Keith McCray, Kenny McCray (Sharon), all of Jesup, Sammy McCray (Rhonda), of Atlanta; a brother, Eddie Maultsby (Helen), of Atlanta; a sister-in-law, Patricia Tillman, of Baxley; 73 grandchildren including two special, Charity Chatman (Allen), of Waycross, and Camillia Doomes (Christopher), of Warner Robins; 127 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

MCCRAY, Moses McCray (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 13, 1961) Moses McCray, age 39, lifelong resident of Madison County, died in the local hospital Sunday January 8th. He is survived by his wife, Sadie, of Madison; two daughters, Jo Anne and Delores; sons, Eddie Gene, Moses, Willie Lee and Leon, all of Madison, his mother, Ruby McCray and his grandmother, Pennie Williams, both of Madison; three brothers, Willie, of Madison; Joe, of Brooksville; and Leroy, of Chattahoochee; two sisters, Shellie Mae Miller, of Madison and Annie D. Choice, of Greenville. Services will be held Sunday January 15th at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Smith Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCRAY, Nellie Mae McCray (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 22, 1960) Nellie Mae McCray, age 72, of Greenville, passed away at her home January 18th, after a brief illness. She was a member of the New Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. She attended Belding Holmes College in Jacksonville. She is survived by two daughters, Phoebe Mae Siplin of Pompano Beach and Willie Mae Bellamy of Greenville; one son, David McCray, of West Palm Beach; one sister, Matilda Johnson, Greenville; five grandchildren, Elmore Bellamy, Nellie Mae Hill, David Jerome McCray, Vickie Ann and Paul McCray, and four great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sunday, Jan 24th, at 3 p.m. in the New Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville. Interment will follow in new Zion Cemetery.

MCCRAY, Sadie Ryans McCray (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard & June Spear) Mrs. Sadie Mae Ryans McCray, 100, transitioned this terrestrial life in Tallahassee, FL on Sunday, September 29, 2013. Funeral services are Sunday, October 13, at Young Reaper Missionary Church with burial in Bellamy Cemetery. A centenarian and Greenville, FL resident, Mrs. McCray was a retired farmer. She was the widow of Mack McCray who preceded her in death. Mrs. McCray leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives who are treasuring her legacy, yet being truly grateful for her beautiful long life. Tillman of Monticello in charge of the arrangements - 850-997-5553.

MCCRAY, Samuel Lee McCray Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald March 14, 2008) 37

Samuel "Sammie" Lee McCray Sr., 70, died Friday (March 7, 2008) after an illness. He was a native of Alma where he attended public schools. His parents were the late Ernest McCray Sr. and Lillie Mae Singleton McCray. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Ethel Lee Wallace; three sisters, Myrtice Tobler, Mary Bowdry and Isabell Scott; one brother, Earnest McCray Jr.; and a son-in-law, Eddie Stewart. He later moved to Gardi, before making Waycross his home. He was a senior deacon at True House of Deliverance Holiness Church and was a retired truck driver. Survivors include his wife, Mary L. Maultsy McCray; 17 children, Jacqueline Simmons (Willie), Mary Bennett (Leroy), Sharon Boyd (Robert), Carolyn Stewart, Patricia Smith, Minister Willie Oliver (Tracy), Minister Lewis Oliver (Balinda), Eddie McCray (Linda), all of Waycross, Jackie McCray (Regina), of Savannah, Robert Oliver (Debra), of Cleveland, OH, James Thomas, of Valdosta, Shirley Ann Key (Richard), Roberta McCray, Shirley Ruth McCray, Samuel McCray Jr. (Phyllis), Kenny Mc-Cray (Sharon), Keith McCray (Melissa), all of Jesup; two granddaughters he raised, Camilla Doomes (Christopher) and Charity Stewart, both of Waycross; two adopted daughters, Sheila Brown and Pastor Juliette Howard (Aaron), both of Waycross; two aunts, Pastor Ernestine Nelson (Jackie) and Mary Hurst, both of Waycross; 69 grandchildren; 73 great-grandchildren; a son-in-law, Wendell Wallace, of Jesup; two brothers-in-law, Eddie Maultsby (Helen), of Atlanta, and Eugene Scott, of Charleston, S.C.; and a host of other relatives. Friends are being received at the McCray residence, 1125 Porter St., and this evening from 6 to 8 at True House of Deliverance Holiness Church. The funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

MCCRAY, Verta Daniell McCray (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Funeral Services for Verta Daniell McCray of Thomasville will be held Tuesday August 3rd at the Thomasville Primitive Baptist Church where she was a longtime member and also former church clerk for several years. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. McCray died Saturday, July 31, 2010 at the Mitchell County Hospital in Camilla, GA. Born October 10, 1916 she was a daughter of the late Joseph Lee and Mattie Shiver Daniell. She was a homemaker and received her education in the Thomasville Public Schools. She will always be remembered for her card ministry. In addition to her parents Mrs. McCray was preceded in death by a son Ronald (Ronnie) McCray, brothers Charles L. Daniell, Julian K. Daniell, Joseph L. Daniell, Lowell Thomas Daniell and a sister Myrtle Daniell Arnold. She is survived by a granddaughter and her husband Rhonda and David Jackson, great-grandchildren; Brandon and Noelle Kent all of Thomasville and a brother Lee R. Daniell and wife Lorine of Blackshear, GA. 2 sisters-in-law Ouida R. Daniell of Thomasville and Frances L. Daniell of Macon. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Thomasville Primitive Baptist Church, 502 N. Pinetree Blvd. Thomasville, GA 31792 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. FL17, Chicago, IL 60601.

MCCRAY, Walter McCray (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida May 30, 2013) Walter McCray was born July 3, 1930 in Mays Island, FL to William and Teretha McCray and raised by Nellie Joseph. Funeral service will be Saturday June 1, 2013 at First Insitutional M.B. Church with burial at Southside Cemetery. He was educated in the Madison County School System, enrolled in Edward Waters College, before joining the United States Air Force. He served 24 years in the Air Force and retired as a Senior Master Sergeant. He went on to earn a Bachelors and Masters Degree at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL. He taught mathematics and industrial arts in the Madison County School System at Greenville Middle School where he retired after 17 years of service. Walter married Juanita Irvine on June 17, 1954 and enjoyed over 58 years of marriage. In their union, they were blessed to live all over the world as a military family. God granted Walter and Juanita four children: Juan, Reginald, Annette, and Terry. Walter was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife Juanita Irvine McCray, his brothers Preacher and Freddie McCray, and his sister Mamie McCray. Walter is survived by his children: Juan (Florine), Reginald (Mary), Annette, and Terry; grandchildren: Terry Lamont Moore, Talia Cotton, Raven A. Davis, Charles Cotton, Theron Cole, Sharmiar McCray, Zendera McCray, Zelcaryn McCray, Ashlie Tyler, Shonda Singletary, and Javunt Prat; great-grandchildren: Kamareon Montique, Tiara Moore, Jada Moore, Aaliyah Caradine, and Jayson Jackson; a family friend: Barbara Montgomery; and scores of devoted nieces and nephews, and cousins.

MCCRAY, William Carroll McCray (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mr. William Carroll McCray, 82, of Mayo, FL passed away Saturday October 27, 2012 at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL, following an extended illness. Mr. McCray was born July 24, 1930 in New Smyrna Beach, FL to the late Willie McCray, and the late former Juanita Alice Thompson and has been a resident of Mayo since 1974, after moving from Cocoa, FL. He was a member of Mayo Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. Mr. McCray retired as a Master Sergeant from the U.S. Air Force where he served in both the Vietnam and Korean Wars. He also worked and retired from the Florida Department of Corrections. He was a member of the Mayo Masonic Lodge, the American Legion, the Lafayette County Development Authority, and the 38

Lafayette Quarterback Club. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and gardening. Mr. McCray is survived by, his wife of 57 years, Charlotte Burtoft McCray, of Mayo, 2 sons, William “Jeff” McCray (Myrtice), of Perry, FL, and Michael A. McCray (Cindy), of Mayo, 4 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. McCray will be Tuesday October 30, 2012 at Mayo Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mayo Baptist Church Future Growth Fund.

MCCRAY, Willis John McCray (Abstracted from the 29 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Willis John McCray, age 88, of Waycross, died Friday (April 28, 2017) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after a short illness. He was born in Waycross to the late William Franklin and Cora Lee Waldron McCray. He served in the Georgia National Guard. He was a truck driver for most of his life and worked for Southern Diesel in Jacksonville, FL, for 10 years. Mr. and Mrs. McCray worked at A&M Fish Camp in Palatka, FL, before moving home to Waycross in the early 1990’s. While living in Jacksonville, he was a member of the Jacksonville Lions Club. He was a member of Victory Drive Church of God and always enjoyed fishing and eating fresh canned tomatoes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Annie Catherine Strickland McCray, one daughter, Bobbie Dryden, one brother, Alton Laverne McCray, one sister, Dorothy Mae Waters. Survivors include two daughters, Barbara Ann (William) Byrd of Waycross, Lisa (Rodney) Mathis of Waycross; son-in- law, Lonnie Dryden of Waycross; 8 grandchildren, William John Byrd, Brian Allan Byrd, William Gage Byrd, Lonnie Benjamin (Jackie) Dryden, Shelly (Billy) Murray, Jessica LeAnne (Travis) Cox, Daniel Mathis and Candy Murray; 20 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Verdie Lee Eunice of Blackshear; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Sunday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

MCCRAY, Yvonne McCray (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 8, 1957) Yvonne McCray, age 10 years, died at her home in Greenville Thursday after an illness of one year. She is survived by her parents, Moses and Sadie McCray, of Greenville, one sister and four brothers at home. Funeral services were held Sunday November 3rd at the Smith Cemetery, north of Greenville. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCREA, Faye Purvis McCrea (Abstracted from the 8 August 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Faye Purvis McCrea died Monday (Aug. 6, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health of Waycross after an extended illness. She was born in Waycross to the late Herbert Purvis and Ernestine Barnhill Purvis. She made Waycross her home for her entire life. A former hairdresser, she owned and operated Faye’s Beauty Shop for many years. She was a member of Second Baptist Church, the Ida Ruth Sunday School Class and was an active volunteer with the Wednesday night meal ministry. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Tommy McCrea, and a sister, Helen Purvis Monk. She is survived by two sons, Orrie (Marsha) McCrea Jr. of Waycross, and William (Bunnie) McCrea of Waycross; six grandchildren, Lance McCrea, Chloe (Petie) Clark, Cassidy McCrea, Chrisanna McCrea, Ashley McCrea, Lina (Aaron) Hodges; seven great-grandchildren, Lilliana Clark, Jonan Clark, Adelaide Clark, Thomas Clark, Tyson Lanier, Elliot Lanier and Ava Hodges; five sisters, Virginia Hendrix of Douglas, Jean Rowell of Waycross, Carolyn Day of Waycross, Betty Dees of Douglas, Christine Harper of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at Second Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Second Baptist Church “Television Ministry,” 301 Tomberlin Road, Waycross, GA 31503, or to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501.

MCCREA, Glenda M. McCrea (Abstracted from the 18 October 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Glenda M. McCrea, age 68 of Willacoochee, GA, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2016, at Clinch Healthcare Center in Homerville, GA, after an extended illness. A native of Douglas, GA, Mrs. McCrea was born March l6, l948, daughter of Ted and Ruth Harper Mercer. She worked for many years at Cady Bag Industries in Pearson, GA, and Coats & Clark in Douglas, GA. For the past several years she has been a homemaker and enjoyed staying at home and looking after her beloved dog, Lady. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Willacoochee, GA. Survivors include her husband, Johnny McCrea of Willacoochee, GA; son, Charlie McCrea of Valdosta, GA; daughter, Shannon McCrea (Jonathon) Smith of Fernandina Beach, FL; granddaughter, Chole Smith of Fernandina Beach, FL; sister, Peggy Mercer of Douglas, GA; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. McCrea were Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at the Willacoochee First Baptist Church in Willacoochee, GA. The internment followed in the Willacoochee City Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA, was in charge of the arrangements. 39

MCCREA, Orrie T. McCrea Sr. (Abstracted from the 9 September 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Orrie T. McCrea Sr., age 75, of Waycross, died Monday (Sept. 7, 2015) at his residence. He was born in Alma to the late Johnny Lee McCrea Sr. and Ocie Lee McCrea Moore. He made Waycross his home for most of his life. He worked as a machinist for CSX Railroad until his retirement in 2002 after 40 years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish and work in his garden, especially with his roses. He was known throughout the country for his accomplished Cornish Bantam Show Chickens. He raised the chickens and traveled all over the country actively showing them. More than anything he loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He especially enjoyed the times his grandchildren would travel with him to chicken shows. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and attended Second Baptist Church. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Jeanine Hicks. He is survived by his wife, Faye McCrea, of Waycross; 2 sons, Orrie (Marsha) McCrea Jr. of Waycross, William (Bunnie) McCrea of Waycross; 7 grandchildren, Lance McCrea, Chloe (Petie) Clark, Cassidy McCrea, Chrisanna McCrea, Ashley McCrea, Dylan Lanier, Lina McCrea; 3 great-grandchildren, Lilliana Clark, Jonan Clark, Tyson Lanier; 1 sister, Equendial (Bobby) Buie of Blackshear; 1 brother, John L. McCrea Jr. of Blackshear; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501, or to Second Baptist Church “Building Fund,” 301 Tomberlin Road, Waycross, GA 31501.

MCCRIMMON, Frank Moye McCrimmon (Abstracted from the September 30, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Frank Moye McCrimmon, 83, of Waycross died Saturday (Sept. 28, 2013) at Baptist Village after an extended illness. He was born in Soperton to the late Willie and Nora McCarty McCrimmon. He served his country in the U.S. Army and attended Georgia Tech. He was an engineer with BellSouth and worked in network management. He was very active in the BellSouth Pioneers, was a member of Central Baptist Church and taught the Men’s Bible Class. He was a 50-year member of the Appalachian Trail Club and also volunteered with the Junior Achievement Program through Bellsouth Pioneers in local elementary schools for several years. He was an active member of the Republican Party. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Daneen Lisa McCrimmon Coley, and one brother, John McCrimmon. Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Janie Burgess McCrimmon, of Waycross; 3 children, Debbie M. McLaughlin (husband Bill), of Lakeland, Fla., Donald Luther McCrimmon, of Woodstock, Dinah Feehery (husband Bruce), of Buford; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; special nieces and nephews, Harriet Knight, of Suwannee, David Osburn, of Waycross, Robert Osburn, of Mt. Joliet, TN; several other nieces, nephews and relatives. A funeral will be held Tuesday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCRUM, Janie McCrum – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 11 September 2020) October 22, 1970 - September 11, 2020

MCCRUMMEN, Emma Lee Smalley McCrummen (Abstracted from the 25 February 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Emma Lee “Kitty” Smalley McCrummen, age 94, died Tuesday (Feb. 23, 2016) in Mobile, AL. She was born Dec. 17, 1921, in Ringling, OK, and was reared on the V-8 Ranch, which was homesteaded by her paternal grandparents before Oklahoma was a state. She was preceded in death by her father, John Finis Smalley, and her mother, Margaret Fagerquist Smalley (the daughter of Swedish immigrants), her first husband, Capt. Warren G. Collins, who was killed in service in 1943, and her husband of 67 years, Dr. Norman Henry McCrummen II, a son, Warren G. McCrummen, and her sister, Jurhee Katherine Smalley Foot. She is survived by her son, Norman Henry McCrummen III (Nancy Rhodes); her daughter, Lynn McCrummen Johnson (C. Austin Johnson Sr.); her grandchildren, Warren Scott McCrummen, Stephanie Lynn McCrummen, John Martin McCrummen, Emily Austin Johnson Baker, Charles Austin Johnson Jr. and Margaret Ruth McCrummen Fowler; a daughter-in-law, Catherine Martin McCrummen; her brother, Clem Edward Smalley; and their sister, Marjorie Smalley Collins. Affectionately called “Kitty” by her family and friends, she was valedictorian of her high school class and majored in music education in college. Her post graduate study was in organ performance. She was a recitalist of both piano and organ. For six decades she taught piano, organ, voice and Scripture. She directed choirs, plays and musicals. She resigned as a full-time organist at the age of 87. The love of her life was her husband of almost seven decades. They were opposites in personality but simpatico in everything else. For more than 60 years they were the closest of partners in the churches they served. During their years in Marion, when Dr. McCrummen was president of Judson College, “Kitty” was the consummate hostess, a tireless worker on the campus grounds, a piano teacher and a role model for the young on how to live beautifully and fully and in service to God. Her students adored her, and they, and all 40 who knew her, will miss her. A graveside service will be held in Montgomery, AL, at Greenwood Cemetery, Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Judson College, 302 Bibb St., Marion, AL 36756. Arrangements are by Ascension Funerals & Cremations, 1016 Hillcrest Road, Mobile, AL.

MCCULLAR, Martha Virginia Crumbley McCullar (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Martha Virginia Crumbley McCullar, 81, of Waycross, died Thursday (March 28, 2013) at her residence with her loving family by her side. She was born in Waycross to the late Herman Joseph Crumbley and Bunnia Clercy Minyard Crumbley and lived here all of her life. She worked in the Holiday Inn Restaurant for more than 20 years and her last job was with the Department of Family and Children Services as a trainer. She was a member of Bible Heritage Church and the Joymakers. She always enjoyed playing bridge and helping the American Cancer Society. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Mildred Marshall, and an infant, Johnnie Wynell Crumbley; two brothers, Herman Joseph Crumbley Jr. and Oscar Lee Crumbley. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, William Carlton “Bill” McCullar Sr., of Waycross; one son, William C. “Bill” (Wanda) McCullar Jr., of Waycross; one daughter, Margie McCullar Chisholm, of Waycross; six grandchildren, Lloyd (Leah) McCullar, of Danville, VA, Stephen (Katrina) McCullar, of Waycross, Amy McCullar (fiancé Ryan Mock), of Waycross, Sharee Martin (Randy Barber), of Douglas, Sheena (Corey) Bradley, of Blackshear, Taryn Chisholm (fiancé David Mann), of Alma; 13 great- grandchildren; one brother, Bobby (Gloria) Crumbley, of Brunswick; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Saturday morning at 11 at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCULLAR, William Carlton McCullar, Sr. (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) William Carlton “Bill” McCullar Sr., 80, of Waycross died Monday (May 6, 2013) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after a short illness. He was born in Waycross, son of the late Jacob Erston McCullar and Sue Nell Robinson McCullar. He lived in Waycross most of his life. He was a graduate of Wacona High School. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War where he was a chef and a military policeman. In his younger days he enjoyed fishing, playing golf and especially bargaining at flea markets and auctions. He was retired from American Family Life Insurance Company where he was a district manager. During his career he won many sales awards including the Dale Carnegie Award. He was a lifetime member of the Elks Club, VFW and the Huddle House Coffee Club. He attended Bible Heritage Church. In addition to his parents he was recently preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Martha Virginia Crumbley McCullar (she died March 28, 2013), two brothers, Robert Earston McCullar and Jimmy Ray McCullar. Survivors include one daughter, Margie McCullar Chisholm, of Waycross; one son, William C. “Bill” (Wanda) McCullar Jr. of Waycross; six grandchildren, Lloyd (Leah) McCullar of Danville, VA, Stephen (Katrina) McCullar of Waycross, Amy McCullar (fiance Ryan Mock) of Waycross, Sharee Martin and Randy Barber of Douglas, Sheena (Corey) Bradley of Blackshear, Taryn Chisholm (fiance David Mann), of Alma; 13 great-grandchildren; one sister, Linda Sue McCullar Harrison, of Waycross; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Thursday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial with military honors will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

MCCULLER, Perry Neal McCuller (Abstracted from the 7 September 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Perry Neal McCuller, age 56, of Waycross received eternal healing on Monday (Sept. 5, 2016) after a valiant fight with cancer. He was born Feb. 18, 1960 in Augusta to the late Franklin Eugene McCuller and Betty Barnard McCuller. He graduated from Waycross High School in 1979 and earned a masters of theology and masters of Christian education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. The only thing that surpassed his love and devotion to his family was his love and commitment to his Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus. He is survived by his beautiful wife of 34 years, Carolyn Cook McCuller. He was devoted to his 3 surviving daughters, Sandi Frye (Joe) Caywood, Halo McCuller (Michael) Slack, Megan Elyse McCuller; 6 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; his mother, Betty Barnard McCuller; 2 brothers, Ken (Reba) McCuller, Kelly (Carol) McCuller; 5 nephews and their families; and a multitude of cousins. A memorial service will be Saturday at Second Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are to be made to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501 or Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCCULLERS, Larry Eugene McCullers (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 3 March 2020) Mr. Larry Eugene McCullers, age 83, passed away March 5, 2020 in Lake City, FL following an extended illness. Larry was born August 14, 1936 to Otis McCullers and Ada Adams McCullers. Larry attended Lafayette County High School and then went on to 41 work with the State of Florida Forestry Department. He transferred from the Department of Forestry to the Department of Corrections where he worked as a correctional officer for the Florida State Prison where he retired as a Captain after 25 years of service. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. Larry was preceded in death by; his parents, and his wife, Linda McCullers, in 2017. He is survived by a host of cousins, and other relatives. Funeral services will be at Burns Funeral Home of Mayo. Interment will follow in the Lighthouse Christian Center Cemetery.

MCCULLERS, Linda Ruth McCullers (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 18 April 2017) Mrs. Linda Ruth McCullers, age 71, of Mayo, FL, died April 18, 2017, in Gainesville FL after an extended illness. Linda was born September 5, 1945 in Bainbridge GA to the late C. D. Bennett and late Myrtle Bass Bennett. She was a lifelong homemaker and was of the Christian faith. Linda loved gardening, cooking and most of all her family. She was preceded in death by her sister Vonda Pearce. Linda is survived by her husband of 48 years, Larry E. McCullers of Mayo; her sister, Vivian Osborne of Mayo; four brothers, Davis (Helen) Bennett of Mayo, Ronnie (Diane) Bennett of Haines City, FL, Daniel (Margaret) Bennett of St. Cloud, FL, and Jeff (Jan) Bennett of Chiefland, FL, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. McCullers will be held at Joe P. Burns Mayo Chapel Saturday, April 22, 2017. Interment will follow in the Lighthouse Christian Cemetery.

MCCULLERS, William Roy McCullers (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 24 August 2016) William Roy McCullers, age 71, of Nashville, GA passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on July 25, 1945 in Lakeland, GA to Walt James and Laura (Wilkerson) McCullers. He was a retired carpenter and of the Baptist faith. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Ray McCullers. Survivors include his wife, Rose McCullers of Nashville, GA; daughters & sons-in-law, Nan (Mike) Kazsmer of Buford, GA, Tonia (Kevin) Harrod of Ray City, GA, Mary Bennett of Omega, GA; son, Willie George Nelms of Morgan, GA; 8 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brother & sister-in-law, Carroll (Pat) McCullers of FL, James McCullers of FL; step brother Robert (Joy) Gaskins of Lakeland, GA; several nieces & nephews and extended family members Graveside services will be Friday, September 2, 2016 in the Lovejoy Cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is serving the family.

MCCULLEY, Jackie Austin McCulley (Abstracted from information received from June Spear 26 October 2014) Jackie Austin "Jack" McCulley died October 26, 2014. Jack was born in Algood, TN on February 7, 1934. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was a carpenter and food concessionaire. Jack and his family moved from Hillsborough County to Madison County in 1984. Jack is survived by his wife of almost 40 years, Gina McCulley; 2 children, Brooke McCulley and Austin McCulley both of Pinetta, Florida; 4 grandchildren: Alesha, Chance, Cameron and Taylor. Jack will be sorely missed by all. Per Mr. McCulley's request there will be no services. If anyone would like to do something in his honor, please make a donation to the Pinetta Elementary School Library in his name.

MCCULLOUGH, Annie Bell McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 7, 1970) Annie Bell McCullough, age 71, passed away Thursday in the Archbold Hospital in Thomasville, GA. Mrs. McCullough was a native of Madison County and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Madison. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Newton Newsome and she was the widow f Mr. J. R. McCullough who died in 1956. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Louise Cowart of Cherry Lake; Mrs. James Kirk of Waco, TX; Mrs. Richard Kalka of Jacksonville,, FL; and Mrs. Hal E. Doyle of Pearl City, HI; one son, Guy McCullough of Columbia, SC; two sisters, Miss Bessie Newsome of Madison and Mrs. Mary Coody of Lake Park, GA; eleven grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held August 2nd, 1970 at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Macedonia Cemetery.

MCCULLOUGH, Beulah McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 14, 1958) Mrs. Beulah McCullough, age 81, died Thursday, March 6, in a West Florida Hospital after an extended illness. She was a native of Madison County. Funeral services were held Saturday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Hickory Grove Cemetery. Survivors include three sons, James McCullough, of Williston, VT; Guy McCullough, of Oakland, CA; and E. K. McCullough, of Miami; one daughter, Mrs. J. D. Holland, of Lenoir City, TN; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Hammock and Mrs. Florida Gramling, both of Pinetta; one brother, Pierce Gramling, of Pinetta; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

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MCCULLOUGH, Dylan Ryan Morris McCullough (Abstracted from the 12 April 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dylan Ryan Morris McCullough, age 16, of Nahunta, passed away Wednesday (April 6, 2016) at Memorial Health Medical Center in Savannah. He was born in St. Marys, Sept. 24, 1999. He loved racing and mud bogging at Southern Thunder Mudbogs, Swainsboro Mudbogs and East Coast Off Road Park. He enjoyed working on his truck and fixing anything that needed fixing. He attended school at Southside Christian Academy, Blackshear, Folkston, Brantley, Collins and Ware County where he loved playing baseball, football and basketball. He is survived by his father, Joey McCullough; mother and step-father, Lorie (David) Lindsay; 3 brothers, David Lindsay II, Jacob Lindsay, Jordan Lindsay; 1 sister, Hope Lindsay; grandparents, Shelb Martin, David (Sueann) McCullough; great-grandparents, Mary Roddenberry, Lawton (Doris) Morris II, Ray (Margie) McCullough; aunts, Christina Keene, Brook Martin, Kelli Chesser, Lisa Morris, Leann Keys and Deanna Morris; uncles, Harley Hash, Chad McCullough; and a number of cousins and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Lawton Morris III, great-grandparents, Jessie Roddenberry and Milton and Earnestine Horne. The funeral will be Wednesday at Victory Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston.

MCCULLOUGH, Ernest McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 29, 1966) Ernest McCullough, a native of Pinetta died Wednesday after a brief illness. He lived at 301 East 35st Street in Hialeah, Miami. Survivors are his wife and two sons, Kenneth and George Pearce McCullough of Hialeah; one sister and a host of other relatives. Funeral services will be held Saturday April 30th in Miami.

MCCULLOUGH, Hollis D. McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 31, 1964) Hollis D. McCullough, age 28, of 1614 Mayhew Street, Tallahassee, died Tuesday in the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. He was born 7 May 1935 in Madison County and was the son of Mrs. Annie Bell McCullough and the late Ivey McCullough. For the past four years he was employed with Burroughs Inc., of Tallahassee. He had served two years in the Armed Services. He was the son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Gaston, of Jennings, FL. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Gertrude Gaston McCullough, of Tallahassee; his mother, Mrs. Ivey McCullough, of Madison; four sisters, Mrs. Frank Cowart, of Cherry Lake; Mrs. James Kirk, of Waco, TX, and Mrs. Richard Kalka and Mrs. Hal Moyle, both of Jacksonville; one brother, Guy McCullough, of Columbia, SC; four aunts, Miss Bessie Newsome, of Madison; Mrs. Janie Newsome, of Live Oak; Mrs. Mary Coody, of Lake Park, GA; and Mrs. Rena Tindall, of Madison; and one uncle, W. O. McCullough, of Lee. Funeral services will be held this Friday in Macedonia Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

MCCULLOUGH, Mr. J. D. McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 23, 1942) Mr. J. D. McCullough, resident of the Blue Springs section of Madison County for 53 years, died at noon Sunday in his home. Had he lived until February he would have been 78 years old. Funeral services were conducted at Macedonia Baptist Church and Cemetery Monday afternoon. Mr. McCullough was born in Early County, GA and moved here about 53 years ago. He made his home in the Blue Springs section and lived there the balance of his life. He was a prominent farmer for many years and was active in the Masonic Lodge. Besides his widow, he is survived by four sons, W. B. & L. A., both of Winter Haven; and J. M. & W. S., both of Jacksonville; one stepson, Arthur Jackson of Madison County, and one stepdaughter, Mrs. Ollie Pert, of Palatka.

MCCULLOUGH, Jean McCrary McCullough (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 2 May 2019) Jean “Kay” McCrary McCullough, age 77, of Mexico Beach, FL and formerly of Valdosta, GA passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Bay Medical Center in Panama City, FL. Mrs. McCullough was born on January 29, 1942 to the late Leon and Gladys (Walker) DeLoach in Claxton, GA. Kay worked as a beautician in the Valdosta area for several nursing homes. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husbands: Mac McCrary and Jim McCullough. Survivors include a daughter and son-in- law: Sherry and Allen Pitts, Mexico Beach, FL; son and daughter-in-law: Shannon and Penny McCrary, Valdosta, GA; granddaughter: Casey Weeks; sister and brother-in-law: Lone and John Dew, Winder, GA; niece: Lisa (Fleming) and nephew: James (Sheila). Graveside services will be in Riverview Memorial Gardens. No formal visitation will be held. The McCullough & McCrary family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

MCCULLOUGH, Ivey R. McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 30, 1956)

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Ivey R. McCullough died of a heart attack Saturday night in Madison County Memorial Hospital. He was stricken with the attack in Woodard’s Theatre where artificial restoration was administered by Al Taylor and other in a vain effort to revive him. He died immediately upon entrance at the hospital. He had lived in Madison County all of his life and was engaged in farming. Mr. McCullough is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie Bell McCullough; two sons, Guy McCullough, of Columbia, SC; and Hollis McCullough, of Elgin Air Force Base; four daughters, Mrs. Louise Cowart, of Norfolk, VA; Mrs. Barbara Kirk, of Valdosta; Mrs. Margaret Kalka, of Jacksonville; and Miss Christine McCullough, of Madison; one brother, W. O. McCullough, of Madison; one sister, Mrs. W. M. Brantley, of Madison; and two grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday in Macedonia Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery.

MCCULLOUGH, Jack Beauregard McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 7, 1956) Jack Beauregard McCullough, affectionately known by his many relatives and friends as Uncle Jack, died Monday in a Jacksonville hospital. He was above ninety years of age. Mr. McCullough was born in Madison County and was engaged in farming here during his active life. He was also prominent in community and county affairs. He was a member of Stonewall Methodist Church at Lee. Survivors include three daughters: Mrs. Lola DeLaney, of Avon Park; Mrs. Lillian Nolan, of Jacksonville; and Mrs. Ruth Henderson, of Lake City; two sons, L. B. McCullough, of Jacksonville; and J. B. McCullough, Jr., of Gainesville; fourteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Stonewall Church at Lee on Wednesday with burial at Lee. Elmer’s Notes: According to his tombstone and the Florida State Death Index his name was Jackson Beauregard McCullough and he was born in 1863 which would have made him about 93 years old. Additionally while the obituary did not give a burial location he is interred at Stonewall Cemetery in Lee, FL.

MCCULLOUGH – Lois Sheffield McCullough (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing June 8th, 2012) Lois Sheffield McCullough, 82, of Valdosta, died on Thursday, June 7, 2012, at her home. Born and raised in Hamilton County, Florida on October 20, 1929, she was the daughter of the late, Mitchell Monroe and Pearlie Johns Sheffield. Lois McCullough was the best loving Christian wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved flowers and was an avid gardener. Mrs. McCullough was a long time member of Abundant Life Church of God, formerly Forrest Street Church of God. Survivors include her husband, Raymond Franklin McCullough of Valdosta; sons, Terry M. (Marylyn) McCullough of Highlands Ranch, Colorado and Anthony R. McCullough of Valdosta; daughter in law, Lara Browning; grandchildren, Jason F. (Heather) McCullough, Damon K. (Dawn) McCullough, Curtis (Jessie) McCullough, Matthew J.(Madelaine) McCullough, Jordan A. McCullough, Shannon McCullough, Shelby McCullough, Nicole Pendleton and Jessica Peterson; great grandchildren, Devon F. McCullough, Ian McCullough, Kayla A. McCullough, Nicholas C. East, Cameron J. Dillinger, Sophia McCullough, William McCullough, Sarah McCullough, Steven McCullough, Kelton McCullough, Scarlette K. McCullough, and Violette E. McCullough; sisters, Inez (Allen) Bryant of White Springs, Florida, and Jeanette (Charles) Kirkland of Jacksonville, Florida; brother, Mitchell Sheffield of Hilliard, Florida; sister in law, Betty S. (James) Bowers of Inez, Kentucky. Mrs. McCullough was preceded in death by a son, Donald F. McCullough and a daughter in law, Mary E. McCullough. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, June 10, 2012 at 3 p.m. at Abundant Life Church of God. Reverend Wayne Hughes will officiate. Interment will be at Oakridge Cemetery in Madison, Florida at 5 p.m. The family will receive friends prior to the service at the church on Sunday beginning at 2p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Abundant Life Church of God, 3419 Knights Academy Road, Valdosta, GA 31605. C

MCCULLOUGH, Mrs. Mamie McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 19, 1943) Funeral services for Mrs. Mamie McCullough, who died Tuesday morning at Winter Haven, were held yesterday afternoon at Macedonia church and interment was in the church cemetery. Mrs. McCullough was the daughter of the late W. H. Toole of this county. Among the survivors is a sister, Mrs. D. E. McCall, of Lee.

MCCULLOUGH, Mary Jean McCullough (Abstracted from the August 22, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Mary Jean McCullough, 76, died peacefully at her home on Monday (Aug. 19, 2013) after a courageous and hard fought battle with Parkinson’s disease. She was a beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, and was surrounded by her family when she was united with her Lord and Savior. She was born July 29, 1937, in Talbotton, GA, and grew up in Greensboro, FL. She graduated as valedictorian of Greensboro High School in 1955. She married Howard Eugene McCullough on June 27, 1957 and shortly after their wedding, accompanied him to Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. This would begin her diligently serving by his side in ministry for more than 50 years. Their ministry 44 together included service at Beatty Baptist Church in Pauls Valley, OK, First Baptist Church, of Orange Park, FL, and First Baptist Church, of Folkston, where they served faithfully for more than 30 years until his retirement in 1998. Her service at First Baptist Church of Folkston included singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School and directing the “Little Friends” kindergarten. She later taught music at Folkston Elementary School and worked at the Charlton County Board of Education for 26 years until her retirement in 2004. She adored her family and was happiest when surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She greatly enjoyed entertaining others in her home and particularly enjoyed cooking wonderful meals for them. She cherished her role as a pastor’s wife and took great pleasure in serving others. She loved music and enjoyed using the talent God gave her to share His love with others. She was deeply loved by her church and community for all of her selfless acts of giving and for the humility with which she served others. She always remembered birthdays and anniversaries and was ready to offer encouragement and prepare meals for others in a time of need. She is survived by her devoted husband of 56 years, the Rev. Howard Eugene McCullough; her three children, Howard Eugene (Cindy) McCullough Jr., of Folkston, John Alan (Dawn) McCullough, of Woodbine, Joy McCullough (Bedford) Boyce, of Charlotte, NC; seven grandchildren, Adam (Ashley) McCullough and, of Fleming, SSgt. Matthew (SSgt. Michaela) McCullough, of Yakota AFB, Japan, Dylan Brown, Caleigh McCullough, Caroline Boyce, Ella Boyce and Olivia Boyce; three great-grandchildren, Jackson McCullough, Ezekiel McCullough and Gabriel McCullough; a brother, Jerry (Patricia) Butler, of Bristol, FL; a sister, Linda Collins, of Waycross; and a number of nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Saturday at First Baptist Church of Folkston. Burial will follow at Pineview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The McCullough Mission Fund at First Baptist Church of Folkston. Shepard Funeral Home is assisting the McCullough family.

MCCULLOUGH, Mrs. O’Neil McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 4, 1960) Mrs. O’Neil McCullough, age 36, passed away March 2nd at St. Francis Hospital, Columbus, GA. Mrs. McCullough was well known in Madison as the daughter-in-law of Mrs. Mabel Hemphill. Funeral services will be held Friday March 4th in the Church of God, Columbus, GA. Survivors include her husband who is a missionary to El Salvador, Central America, and three sons, James Lester, Virgil O’Neil, Jr., and Alfred McCullough and her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Chambers of Columbus, seven sisters and other relatives.

MCCULLOUGH, Raymond Franklin McCullough (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 5 September 2018) Raymond Franklin McCullough, age 94, of Valdosta, died Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta. He was born in Madison County near Lee, FL, on February 27, 1924. He was the son of James Franklin McCullough and Mable McCullough Hemphill. He was raised in Madison County, FL, and resided there throughout most of his young adult years, then lived within the Valdosta area for more than the last 50 years. Raymond McCullough was a loving Christian husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Besides being devoted to church activities, his favorite home pastimes were gardening and maintaining his house flowers/lawn/shrubs. Mr. McCullough was a longtime member of Abundant Life Church of God, Valdosta. Survivors include his sons, Terry M. McCullough (Marylyn) of Olympia, WA and Anthony R. McCullough of Valdosta; 6 grandchildren: Jason F. (Heather) McCullough, Damon K. McCullough, Curtis (Jessie) McCullough, Matthew J. (Madelaine) McCullough, Jordan A. McCullough and Shelby McCullough; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty S. (Jim) Bowers of Inez, KY; sisters-in-law, Inez (Allen) Bryant of White Springs, FL, Jeanette Kirkland, of Jacksonville, FL and Charlene Moore of Cleveland, TN. Mr. McCullough was preceded in death by his wife, Lois S. McCullough; son, Donald F. McCullough; daughter-in- law, Mary E. McCullough; and granddaughter, Shannon McCullough; as well as his father, James Franklin McCullough; his mother Mabel McCullough Hemphill; stepfather, Alfred H. Hemphill; and 7 siblings: George McCullough, Floyd McCullough, James Ernest McCullough, Lucile McCullough Holton, Virgil O’Neil McCullough, Eva McCullough Luber, and James Archie McCullough. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 8, 2018 at Abundant Life Church of God, 3419 Knights Academy Road, Valdosta. Interment will be held in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison, Florida. Carson McLane is entrusted with the arrangements.

MCCULLOUGH, Shannon McCullough (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Shannon McCullough, age 18, of Lakeland, GA passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2013 from injuries sustained in a automobile accident. She was born January 20, 1995 in Valdosta, GA. She was a member of Abundant Life Church of God. She worked as a server for the Huddle House in Lakeland and Cheddar's in Valdosta. Shannon loved the outdoors. She loved to hunt and was always hunting an adventure. She was planning on attending the police academy to follow in her daddy's footsteps. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Rev. Charles L. Ammons, paternal grandmother, Lois McCullough and grandfather, Franklin Browning. Survivors include her mama and daddy, Robert & Lara Browning, of Lakeland, GA; her father, Anthony McCullough & Kathy Sumner, of Hahira, GA; 3 sisters & brother-in-laws, Jessica & Jason Roe, of Lakeland, GA, Shelby 45

& Kaleb Cooper, of Hahira, GA, Nicole & Joe Harpham, of Hahira, GA; 8 brothers & sister-in-laws: Jona & Athena Browning, of Lakeland, GA, Jermiah & Jessica Browning, of Lake Park, GA, Dale & Brandi Browning, of Cecil, GA, Robert "Little Robert" Browning, of Lakeland, GA, William & Tonia Browning, of Lakeland, GA, Samuel Browning, of Lakeland, GA, Josh Browning, of Lakeland, GA, Bill & Charlene Pendleton, of Valdosta, GA; her maternal grandmother, Claudette Ammons, of Mechanicsville, VA; her paternal grandfather, Raymond F. McCullough, of Valdosta, GA, grandmother, Elizabeth Browning, of Lakeland, GA, and a number of aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday December 13, 2013 at Abundant Life Church of God in Valdosta with burial following in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Madison, FL. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland, GA.

MCCULLOUGH, Warren Barto McCullough (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 13, 1949) On Monday, May 9 Mr. Warren Barto McCullough, a well-known citizen of Madison County passed away in the home of his son, Mr. W. O. McCullough. In 1942 he lost his sight and was an invalid also for the past seven years. Mr. McCullough was born September 6, 1873. On January 2, 1898, he was married to Miss Mary L. Blanton, and to this union were born six children, three of whom survive. They are two sons, Messrs. W. O. and I. R. McCullough, and one daughter, Mrs. W. M. Brantley, all of Madison. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Belle Newsome, of Lee, and Mrs. Bertie Newsome, of Moultrie, GA. He had seventeen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were in the Macedonia Church Tuesday afternoon with interment in the Macedonia Cemetery.

MCCURDY, Grace Juanita McCurdy (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, May 8th, 2014) Services for Grace Juanita McCurdy, age 86, of Thomasville are Saturday, May 10, 2014, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home and interment is in Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA. Mrs. McCurdy “went home to be with the Lord” May 8, 2014 at her residence. Born June 24, 1927, Piedmont, AL, she was the daughter of the late Joseph T. Livingston and Lulu Phelps Livingston. She was married to First Sergeant Maurice VanSant McCurdy on May 25, 1946, in Piedmont, AL, who preceded in death on July 15, 2013. She was a homemaker for 67 years, active in the Red Cross and a “very faithful member of Morrow First Baptist Church”. Survivors include daughters, Brenda McCurdy (Dean) Dotson of Thomasville, Kay McCurdy (Lamar) Chance of Atlanta; Maurice VanSant (Kristy) McCurdy, Jr., of Ellenwood; grandchildren, Robby (Hope) Dotson, Randy (Donna) Dotson, Reggie (Mandy) Dotson, Amy Renfroe, Beth Chance (Patrick) King, Trey McCurdy; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sherry Ann McCurdy; nine brothers; and two sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Research either by phone at -800-272-3900 or donate by mail by sending a check to: Alzheimer's Association P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or Hospice of Southwest Georgia, 114-A Mimosa Drive, Thomasville, GA 31792.

MCCURDY, William Royce McCurdy Sr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard) VALDOSTA - William (Bill) Royce McCurdy Sr., 78, of Lake Park, died at his home on Monday, Feb. 17, 2014. Born in Irwinville, GA, to the late Bob and Mildred (King) McCurdy, he attended school and graduated from high school in Irwinville. He went on to continue his education at Valdosta State College and Luther Rice Seminary. Mr. McCurdy served four years in the U.S. Air Force and was a Mason. He owned Studstill Lumber in Madison, FL, for many years and also was the owner of Southside Hardware in Valdosta. Brother McCurdy was a member of Sardis Baptist Church in Echols County, serving as Sunday school teacher and deacon. Later on, he pastored Sardis and Macedonia Baptist in Echols County and served as associate pastor of Valley Haven Baptist Church in Banner Elk, NC, for several years. Survivors are his wife, Jeanette George McCurdy of Lake Park; daughters, Cindy McCurdy Monk of Smyrna, GA, Cathy and Joe Guzay of Muscle Shoals, AL; son, Bill Jr. (Brenda Weaver) McCurdy of Lake Park; 6 grandchildren, Richard (Barbara) Braswell, Wes (Heather Guzay) Pounders, Eric (Michelle Guzay) Howard, Brett Guzay, Blake (Kayla Jackson) McCurdy and Danielle McCurdy; 5 great-grandchildren, Kayla Braswell, Riley Braswell, Jax Pounders, Emmie Howard and Ryder Leo McCurdy; 1 sister, Evelyn Hiers of Echols County; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014, at Sardis Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Carter Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Pearlman Cancer Center, 2501 N. Patterson St., Valdosta, GA 31602. McLane Lakewood Funeral Home, Lake Park was in charge of the arrangements.

MCCUTCHEN, Curtis McCutchen (Abstracted by courtesy of The Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia April 25, 2012) Mr. Curtis McCutchen, 74, died Monday, April 16, 2012, at his residence following a brief illness. He was a native of Homerville, but lived in Miami, Fla. for many years before moving to Pearson in 1987. He was the son of the late Lizzie McCutchen and the late Horace Welch Sr. He was a member of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in Sandy Bottom. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Robbie Ann Terry, and one sister, Josephine. He is survived by five daughters, Berry Larkin, Joann Askew, Annette 46

Reed, Gloria McCutchen all of Miami, and Sharon Jones of Dakota, WA; two sons, Demetrius McCutchen of Miami, Curtis McCutchen Jr. of South Carolina; one sister, Mary Welch of Pearson; two brothers, Thomas Welch (Nellie) of Cuthbert, and Rev. Horace R. Welch Jr. of Waycross; a son-in-law; several nieces, nephews; cousins; and other relatives; and a host of grandchildren. A funeral was held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 21, at St. James A.M.E. Church in Pearson. Burial followed in Holmes Chapel Cemetery in Homervile. Welch and Brinkley Mortuary of Waycross served the McCutchen family.

MCCUTCHEN, Willis Elton McCutchen (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Willis Elton McCutchen, 80, fondly known sometimes as “Mr. Mac,” “Crutch” or “Shorty” to his many friends, passed on Friday morning (June 14, 2013) to be with his Heavenly Father, surrounded by his loving wife, Connie, daughters, Belinda and Caryn, and many other close, loving family members. He died after an extended illness and a short but brave battle with cancer. He was a welder by trade for most of his life, best known as the owner and operator of McCutchen Welding and for the last 12 years as the welding instructor at Ware State Prison. He was a member of Cornerstone Church of God. The son of Legree and Annie B. McCutchen, he was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, Ruby McCutchen, a brother, George Everett McCutchen, his son-in-law, Carl A. Dixon, and a step son-in-law, Ron Monfils. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Connie G. McCutchen, of Waycross; three daughters, Belinda McCutchen Dixon, of Waycross, Karen Monfils, of Waycross, and Lisa Brammell (Robert), of Fayetteville, AR; two sisters, Norma Johnson (Buster), of Blackshear, and Mary Murray, of Waycross; 10 grandchildren, Jack (Jay) Hipps Jr., Jenny Bryant, Derek Dixon (Jennifer), Lee Jones (Shauna), Cliff Jones, Mackie Jones, Dalton Monfils, Forrest Brammell, Isabelle Brammell, and Chloe Brammell; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral was to be held at Cornerstone Church of God. Burial will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

MCCUTCHEON, Jack McCutcheon (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home) Jack McCutcheon, age 85, retired services manager with Ford Motor Company passed away February 7, 2014, in Thomasville, GA. The family will be having a Mass of Remembrance at a later date. Mr. McCutcheon, was a native of Tulsa, OK and had lived in Livonia, MI and Detroit, MI then moved to Monticello, FL in 1990. He enjoyed golf, gardening and his family. He was a member of the Jefferson County Cub. He served in WWII in the US Navy. Mr. McCutcheon is survived by his wife, Eleanor of Monticello, FL 1 daughter Patricia Fowles of Ochlocknee, GA; 2 grandchildren, Stacey Phillips of Denver, CO, Hallie Fowler of Nashville, TN and 1 great grandchild, Brendon Phillips of Denver, CO.

MCDADE, Natosha Sherron McDade (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 27 May 2020) Natosha Sherron “Tony” McDade was born on June 18, 1981 in Tallahassee, FL. She was the second child, a beautiful baby girl who was a loving, compassionate, extremely loyal person who had the most beautiful smile. She was known to light up a room and your soul. Tony was diligent, tenacious and a dedicated competitor. One could not have a better friend, associate, coworker, sibling or family member than Tony for she would give up everything she had to ensure the people she loved were happy, satisfied and fulfilled. Tony attended Amos P. Godby High School and two of her greatest social and professional fulfilments were that she successfully earned a knockout as a registered Lightweight boxer and her gift of barbering. Tony was able to create designer haircuts, trims and hairstyles for family and friends. If you have the pleasure of hearing her speak with that sexy and sultry voice, then you should know that she had a beautiful singing voice also. Tony also played and enjoyed basketball. She was a force to be reckoned with when it came to her chosen sports for, she was an all-around athlete. Tony accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an incredibly young and tender age. She was a member of New Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church in Tallahassee, FL. Tony’s most expressed and unconditional love was affectionately shown first to her mother, Wanda, her brother, nieces, nephews and close friends. She wanted nothing more than for the people that she carried in her heart to have a wonderful life. On May 27, 2020, God saw and heard His servant, Tony, seeking the need for an abundance of unconditional love and He knew that the best and safest place for her to completely restore and heal was with Him in a land where the streets are paved with gold and there does not exist any pain or suffering. She is probably already singing in the Heavenly Choir. Natosha leaves to mourn a loving family to share and treasure her love, her parents: Anthony and Wanda McDade; one brother: Shawn McDade; grandfather: Johnny James; uncle: Greg James; loving cousin: Michael F. Williams, Sr.; and a host of loving, devoted family member. Natosha was predeceased by her grandmother, Effie Pittman; and great- grandparents, Johnny and Lettie Mae Johnson-Earst.

MCDANIEL, Alex Derrell McDaniel (Abstracted from the 29 October 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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Alex Derrell McDaniel, age 88, died Saturday (Oct. 27, 2018) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities. Born July 4, 1930, he was the 10th child of 11 children born to Dawson H. and Clara Wilson McDaniel of Waresboro. He attended Waresboro schools until the early 1940s, when the family moved to Charleston, SC. In Charleston, he attended the Chicora Graded School, was enlisted as a private in the South Carolina State Guards and held various after-school jobs such as news curier at the Charleston Navy Base, pinsetter at a local bowling alley and usher at a local movie theater. He was also paid the gracious sum of $1 and a bag of spearmint candy every three months as payment for singing in the choir at St. Michael’s Church. After WWII, the family moved back to Waresboro where he finished his formal education and soon took a job as chauffeur for a local prominent businessman. In 1947, he met his future bride, the love of his life, Iva Lee Rozier. Two years later, he and Miss Rozier married on April 1, 1949 at the Waresboro Methodist Church. Soon thereafter, he was employed by his uncle, Roy McDaniel, at Waycross Plumbing Company during which time he obtained his master plumber license. In the early 1950s, he, along with friends, Judy and Paul Caplinger, formed the original Journeymen Quartet. Over the next few years the Journeymen would achieve much local notoriety performing at gospel sings, church and civic functions and appeared on a Jacksonville, FL, television show. In 1962, the Journeymen produced an album entitled, “O Lord, I Believe.” He operated Atlas Plumbing Company for more than 20 years in Waycross, and in 1974 was hired as the manager of the Ware County Water Department. He held that full-time position until the Ware County Board of Commissioners established a new form of government in 1981, at which time he was appointed the first county manager for Ware County government. During his time as county manager, he helped establish the first retirement program for Ware County employees. Some years later, he left his job as county manager and returned as full-time manager of the Ware County Water Department where he was instrumental in having the department declared its own entity apart from county government and later spearheaded the receiving of government grant monies to implement and install the first sewer system for Ware County residents. The business name was soon changed to Satilla Regional Water and Sewer Authority. He served as its executive director until his retirement in 2013 at age 83 and after 39 years of dedicated service. He was an active and faithful member of Winona Park United Methodist Church for 65 years. He sang in the choir, served as choir director for many years and also taught the Mens Sunday School Class. He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters, Eula Mae, Isabella, Margaret, Lorena, Marie, five brothers, D.H., Hoyt, Jack, Coeburn, Emerick, as well as several nieces and nephews. Survivors are his wife of 69 years, 6 months, Iva Lee (Rozier) McDaniel; daughter, Rita McDaniel, daughter, Connie (Dr Richard) Oliver; one granddaughter, Dr. Cori (Adam) Crews; one great-grandson, Tucker Ross Crews, one great-granddaughter, Evelyn Leigh Crews, all of Waycross; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to either Winona Park United Methodist Church, or the Parkinson’s Foundation.

MCDANIEL, Bobbi Anne McDaniel (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 19 June 2019) Bobbi Anne McDaniel, age 50, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. She was born on September 26, 1968 in Tifton, GA to Bobby and Montifa (Sims) McDaniel. She was a sociology professor at South Georgia State College in Douglas. She had a passion for social and environmental activism. One of her favorite quotes was, “There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.” Along with her parents she is survived by daughter, Abbie Hancock of Valdosta, GA; Son, Blake Clark of Valdosta, GA; brother, Patrick (Shannon) McDaniel of Tifton, GA; sister, Carla Whitaker of Tifton, GA; several nieces, nephews, and extended family members. As per her wishes, she will be cremated and the family will be receiving friends on Sunday. The Music Family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

MCDANIEL, Bryant McDaniel (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 3, 2005) Bryant "Tiny" McDaniel, 53, of Waycross, died Friday (Sept. 2, 2005) at Satilla Care Center after an extended illness. He was a native of Jacksonville, Fla. who lived here most of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill McDaniel and Evelyn Lorane Wofford Hyatt, and a nephew, Billy Cohen. Survivors include his sisters, Shirley A. Ramsey (husband Wayne), of Blackshear, Charlene Clements (husband Willie T.), of Blackshear, Gail Hoover, of Waycross. Nieces and nephews, Jim Ramsey (wife Tammy), of Hoboken, Cindy Smith, of Jacksonville, Fla., Allen Cohen (wife Linda), of Waycross, Lori Taylor, of Blackshear, Sherri Peacock (husband Clint), of Blackshear, Jason Aldridge (wife Vickie), of Waycross, Stacy Hoover, of Waycross; and numerous other relatives and friends. Memorization will be by cremation. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCDANIEL, Charlie McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 2, 1938) Charlie McDaniel, well known colored man, and janitor for the telephone relay station her for many years, died Wednesday at his home here. 48

MCDANIEL, child McDaniel (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, March 30, 1905) The 4 month old child of Joe McDaniel was buried at Stonewall Methodist Church (Cemetery) Sunday morning. In the Madison County Cemetery listings for Stonewall Cemetery we find a Carl Lang McDaniel, son of J. B. & M. M. McDaniel, born 1904, died 1905.

MCDANIEL, Climon McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 12, 1969) Climon McDaniel, age 53, a resident of Madison, died on Monday September 8th after a sudden illness. He was employed by the City of Madison. He is survived by his wife, Pearlie Mae McDaniel of Madison; four sisters, Susie Wesley and Bessie Lee Gray both of Sarasota, FL; Rosie Townsend and Mary Love, both of Madison; one brother, Lawrence McDaniel of Madison and a number of other relatives. Funeral services will be Sunday September 14th at Beggs Horry Street Chapel with burial in Crossroad Cemetery.

MCDANIEL, Coreane Messer McDaniel (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 18 November 2018) Coreane Messer McDaniel, age 101, of Perry, FL, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 16, 2018 leaving this life with the same grace and dignity with which she lived it. Born Mary Coreane Messer on September 28, 1917, in Altha, FL, she was the fourth of four daughters born to Sam and Hattie Messer. Coreane graduated from Greenwood High School in Jackson County, FL where she played on the girls’ basketball team and she excelled in math. She attended Business College in Dothan, Alabama. Upon graduation, she got a job as bookkeeper at Madison Motor Company in Madison, FL. On Pearl Harbor Day, December, 7, 1941, she married her husband John. During the war, while her husband served, she worked at Greenwood Peanut Company in Marianna, FL. Afterwards, she and John made their home in Madison where their children, Johnny and Reba, were born. In 1962, they relocated to Perry when they bought the Cantey-McDaniel Chevrolet business. Later they opened the Quality Auto Parts business. Coreane was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-four years and by her parents, her sisters Estelle Rawls, Edna Messer and Pauline Peel. She is survived by her children John McDaniel and Reba (Rick) Olcott, three first cousins Emma Nell Durden of Grand Ridge, FL, Jargo Clark of Madison, FL and H. Hudson Messer of Tallahassee, FL, a nephew Doyle (Jan) Peel of Chipley, FL and a niece Vera (Mike) Furtick of Tampa, FL. Coreane was a devoted wife, mother, daughter and sister. She moved to Marianna, FL and cared for her sister, Edna Messer, during Edna’s last years. They were both in their nineties. She has been a member of First Baptist Church of Perry for 56 years. She was active in her Sunday School Class and MU. In past years, she also was a GA’s leader both in Perry and the First Baptist Church of Madison. She received the 50 Year Membership Award from the Perry Woman’s Club several years ago and is a lifetime member of the Perry Garden Club. Coreane served as an officer and was on various committees throughout the years for both clubs. Coreane considered her children her greatest blessing and her family was the center of her life. She used her talents as a homemaker and seamstress to bless her family. She made everything from Easter dresses and majorette outfits to men’s suits and horse blankets. If one of the kids wanted it, she made it! She also did needlework and crocheted beautifully. Many a baby has been cuddled in her handmade blankets. Her church family and friends appreciated her baking skills and enjoyed her Cream Cheese Pound Cakes and from-scratch Chocolate Brownies. Coreane considered flowers to be one of God’s perfect creations and cultivated them in her yard so she would have blooms every month of the year. She loved sharing them with others and was accomplished at flower arranging. She loved to participate in flower shows with her friends. One only needed to ask and she would share her flowers or make an arrangement for any organization or charity event. Since she became housebound, the flowers she had planted made her smile her beautiful smile that we all loved. God gave Coreane many gifts and she used them well. A graveside service will be Tuesday, November 20, at Dellwood Baptist Church Cemetery in Franklin County, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCDANIEL, Darcile Barnard McDaniel (Abstracted from the 4 August 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Darcile Barnard McDaniel, age 77, died Wednesday afternoon (Aug. 1, 2018) at Hospice House Satilla after an extended illness. She was born in Waycross and graduated from Waycross High School in 1958. She was formerly employed by King Edward Cigar Factory and Milliken & Co. She was a member of University Boulevard Church of God. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Barnard and Trudis Smith Barnard, her husband, Rudolph Alvin McDaniel Sr., one son, Rudolph Alvin McDaniel Jr., one daughter, Rebecca Ann Barnard, three brothers, Johnny D. Barnard, Jerry Barnard and George Barnard, and two sisters, Connie Johns and Jeanette Ryals. Survivors include one sister, Gloria (Franklin) Peacock of Blackshear, four grandchildren, Rudolph Alvin McDaniel III, Caleb Barnard, Rocky Barnard and Levi Hall, one son-in-law, Rodney Barnard and numerous nieces and 49 nephews. A funeral will be Monday at the Music Funeral Home. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn Mausoleum.

MCDANIEL, Darrell Leon McDaniel – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 19 September 2018) Darrell Leon McDaniel departed this life Tuesday, September 11, 2018. A funeral will be Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home.

MCDANIEL, Emerick Sherman McDaniel II (Abstracted from the 25 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Emerick Sherman “Rick” McDaniel, II, age 58, died unexpectedly Wednesday (Feb. 20, 2019) at his residence in Augusta. He was born in Waycross but resided in Waynesboro most of his life. He was retired from Southern Nuclear at Plant Vogtle and was a member of First United Methodist Church in Waynesboro. He was a son of the late Emerick Sherman McDaniel I and Karen Lanell Lee McDaniel. He is survived by two children, Kalea Sherrill (Matthew) of Augusta and Matthew McDaniel (Cristina DiCostanzo) of Charleston, SC; a grandson, Bradley McDaniel; one sibling, Mark McDaniel of Arizona; and the mother of his children, Mary Catherine McDaniel of Waynesboro. A funeral will be at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

MCDANIEL, Ethel Wester McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 25, 1966) Ethel Wester McDaniel, age 61, died Saturday at her home in Sneads, FL. Funeral services were held Monday in Sneads. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Duffie Harrison (Nome in obituary changed from the garbled mess to what is in the Social Security Index) of Sneads; two sons, R. O. McDaniel, Jr. of Sneads and Bill W. McDaniel of Greenville; a sister Mrs. Mamie Johnson of Miami and a brother Raymond K. Wester of Sneads.

MCDANIEL, Ernestine McDaniel (Abstracted from the 27 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ernestine McDaniel, age 83, of Lake Butler, passed away Saturday (Feb. 24, 2018) at NFRMC, Gainesville. Longtime member of The Church of God, she was retired from Tacachale after 26 years. She was preceded in death by her late husband of 61 years, William Roy McDaniel. She is survived by one daughter, two sons, one step-daughter, one brother, three sisters, 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. The funeral will be Thursday at Lake City Church of God on Highway 90 East. Burial will be Thursday at Waresboro Cemetery on Highway 82 near Waycross. Evans-Carter Funeral Home, High Springs, FL is entrusted with the arrangements.

MCDANIEL, Evelyn Faye Cribb McDaniel (Abstracted from the 22 July 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Evelyn Faye Cribb McDaniel, age 92, died Saturday (July 20, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health. She was born in Jacksonville, FL, but she lived most of her life in Ware County and graduated from Waresboro School. Evelyn was formerly employed as a cake decorator at Tuten’s Bakery, and she coached basketball at Waresboro School. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, Daley Norwood Cribb and Gussie Leona Gillis Cribb; her husband, Raymond Lore McDaniel; brother, Joseph Bagley Cribb, Sr.; and two sisters, Sarah Bell Merritt and Gussie Jurrell Strickland. Survivors include four children, Ramona Todd (late Dale), Ray N. McDaniel (Arrowanna), Earl L. McDaniel (Darlene) and Michael A. McDaniel (Karen) all of Waycross; grandchildren, Terri Hodge (Earl), Bill Lee (Kelly), Courtney Todd (Paul Mitchell), Loran McDaniel (Melissa), Jenni Conley (J.W.), Derek McDaniel (Leanne), Carissa Dixon (Scott), David Paul (Kathy), Grady Paul (Melissa), Carrie Streat (Van) and Shane Moore (Erica); numerous beloved great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; one sister, Charlotte Barfield (George) of Ty Ty; sister-in-law, Ruby Cribb of Waycross; brother-in-law, Bill Strickland; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday (July 24, 2019) at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Waresboro Cemetery.

MCDANIEL, Frank B. McDaniel (Abstracted from the 31 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Frank B. McDaniel, age 86, died Sunday (Jan. 29, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. In 1996, he retired from the Ware County Road Department as a motor grader operator. He was a member of Community Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Charlie McDaniel and Carrie Elizabeth McDaniel. Survivors include his wife, Shirley Jean Howell McDaniel of Waycross; 6 children, Laura Lynn McDaniel of Valdosta, Johnny (Barbara) McDaniel of Jasper, FL, Benny (Teresa) McDaniel Jr. of Ray City, Lawrence (Florence) McDaniel of Valdosta, Beth Corbett (Cecil Collins) of Conyers, and Glen Allen Moore Sr. of Waycross; 10 grandchildren; 17 great- 50 grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Wednesday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Jordan Cemetery.

MCDANIEL, Iola Elizabeth McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 21, 1947) Mrs. Iola Elizabeth McDaniel, aged 73 years, died Sunday, February 16, at her home near Lee. Funeral services were held Monday at Bishop Cemetery near Aucilla. Mrs. McDaniel was a member of the Mormon Church. Survivors are three sons, Claude M. McDaniel, of Madison; Alonzo L. McDaniel and Eugene McDaniel, of Lee; two daughters, Mrs. H. L. Stokes, and Mrs. W. H. Taylor, of Aucilla and nine grandchildren.

MCDANIEL, Jeane Pate McDaniel (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida October 28, 2010) Jeane Pate McDaniel, age 83, died Sunday, October 24, 2010 in Madison. Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday C. D. T. at Pope Cemetery, Sneads, Florida. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice. She had lived in Greenville since 1964. She loved to be with family and friends and was a member of Greenville Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill McDaniel. She is survived by 2 sisters-in-law Tommie Harrison of Sneads, and Betty Gilbert of Chipley. 5 nieces Emma Wyche of Madison, Anne Folsom of Valpariso, JoAnne Hardy of Chipley, Patti Lowe of Tallahassee, Susan Clark of Chipley. 2 nephews Daniel Pate of Marianna and Duffy Harrison of Eastpoint, and many great nephews and nieces. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (850-973-2258).

MCDANIEL, Jesse McDaniel (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida February 25, 2013) Madison County Sheriff Ben Stewart regretfully reports that current Madison County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Officer Sergeant Jesse O. McDaniel died Wednesday morning the 20th day of February 2013. Sergeant McDaniel was 53 years of age. Sgt. Jesse McDaniel served in the U. S. Air Force 1978 to 1989 until his honorable discharge with an E-5 Rank. Sgt. McDaniel pursued a career with the Florida Department of Corrections from 1989 to 2003 and was eventually employed with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office from 2005 until his passing. Sgt. Jesse O. McDaniel is survived by his mother: Annie Ruth McDaniel, sister: Ella Edwards, brother: Willie McDaniel, and two sons: Jerrod and Jason McDaniel. Funeral services are as follows: Viewing: Cooks and Cooper, Friday the 1st day of March 2013 starting at 5:00 PM. Funeral services: Saturday, the 2nd day of March 2013 at Pineland Missionary Baptist Church.

MCDANIEL, John McDaniel (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 24 August 2020) John McDaniel, age 71, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2020 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. Mr. McDaniel was born on July 14, 1949 in Hazel Park, MI to the late Raleigh Estele McDaniel & Vivian Leigh McDaniel. He married Kathleen Ruch McDaniel in Lake Orion, MI on September 10, 1966, who survives. They enjoyed 54 long years together. His favorite hobbies were working on tractors, restoring vintage cars and most of all playing music. He will be truly missed by all who loved him. Survivors include his wife, Kathy McDaniel of Thomasville, GA, two sons, Johnie Brian McDaniel (Lois) of Inverness, FL, Christopher Ray McDaniel (Carleen) of Thomasville, GA, grandchildren, Tyler Ray McDaniel (Jessica) of Thomasville, GA, Jenna Leanne Blankenbaker (Clayton) of Ft. Pierce, FL, Kaitlin Nicole Kitlas (Christopher) of Thomasville, GA, and Tana Marie McDaniel (Chandler Avenel) of Jacksonville, FL, great- grandchildren, Mila Rae McDaniel, Hayes Blankenbaker and Jonathan Ray Kitlas, and siblings, Roger McDaniel, Steve McDaniel and Cindy Vinyard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Donna Pass.

MCDANIEL, Johnnie McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 25, 1960) Johnnie McDaniel, age 34, died in Sarasota March 16th after an extended illness. He was a lifelong citizen of Madison County. He is survived by his wife and ten children, all of Madison; four sisters, Mary Love and Rossie Townsend, both of Madison, and Bessie Lee Gary and Susie Wesley , both of Sarasota; and two brothers, Lawrence and Clinton of Madison. Services were held Sunday in the crossroad Baptist Church with burial in Crossroads Cemetery.

MCDANIEL, Joseph McDaniel (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 30 November 2018) Joseph “Joe Mac” McDaniel, age 43, of Hahira passed away on Friday, November 30, 2018 at Langdale Hospice House after a lengthy illness. He was born on January 23, 1975 in Tifton, GA to Jimmy McDaniel of Tifton, GA & the late Marilyn (Annis) 51

McDaniel. Joseph worked as a truck driver with Southeastern Freight Lines. He loved to fish & hunt. Along with his mother he was preceded in death by a son, Hunter McDaniel. Survivors Include his wife, Angela F. McDaniel, Hahira; sons: Brent McDaniel, Tifton, Colby McDaniel, Sylvester; grandchildren: Prestlyn McDaniel, Savannah McDaniel & Asher Warren; father, Jimmy Lee McDaniel, Tifton; brother & sister-in-law: Michael & Stacy McDaniel, Florence, SC; nephews: Grant McDaniel, Logan McDaniel, Donavon Register (Karina), Preston Carter, Parker Carter & Joshua Paroongsup; and nieces: Mia & Ava Register. Funeral Services will be Sunday, December 2, 2018 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial following on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 in Oakridge Cemetery, Tifton, GA.

MCDANIEL, LaFayette David McDaniel Jr. (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Graveside services for L.D. McDaniel Jr., of Thomasville, are Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, at Laurel Hill Cemetery on 4th Street. Mr. McDaniel died Oct. 23, at Golden Living Center in Thomasville. Born Nov. 24, 1922, in Thomasville, he was a son of the late LaFayette David McDaniel Sr. and Swannie Lillian Shadrick McDaniel. On June 22, 1948, at Dawson Street Baptist Church in Thomasville, he married Louise R. McDaniel who preceded him in death on Oct. 7, 2008. He was retired from Davis Water and Waste after 21 years as an electrical foreman. He served in the United States Army as a Quarter Master during World War II. He was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church in Thomasville. He was a former member and president of the Kiwanis Club. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Gary David McDaniel (Lynn) Thomasville; grandson, Matthew David McDaniel of Thomasville; granddaughters, Casey Fowler of Valdosta, Jamie Coram (Kipp) of Hattiesburg, MS; great-granddaughter, Laura Lynn Stephens of Hattiesburg, MS; brother-in-law, Robert Carlson of Ft. Walton Beach, FL; three nieces, Crystal Carlson of Spokane, WA, Sharon C. Adams and Cyndi Carlson both of Ft. Walton Beach, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity.

MCDANIEL, Maggie McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 5, 1965) Mrs. Maggie McDaniel, age 86, passed away at her home in Lee Sunday following a long illness. She was a native of Madison County the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Ponder and the widow of the late J. B. McDaniel of Lee. Mrs. McDaniel was the oldest member of the Lee Methodist Church. She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Leila Blanton and one brother N. B. Ponder, both of Lee; nine grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday in the Lee Methodist Church with interment in Stonewall Cemetery.

MCDANIEL, Michael L. McDaniel (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 27 August 2017) Michael L. McDaniel, age 62, of Lake Park graduated into his heavenly home on Sunday, August 27, 2017. He was born on December 8, 1954 in Homestead, FL. A certified Addictions Counselor with a PhD in Ministry, his passion was sharing the good news and helping others, especially the addict, find freedom through Jesus Christ. For several years he was also blessed to be a part of the Wild Adventures team and the loving family of God at Lake Park United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Carol J. McDaniel of Lake Park, GA; step daughters & son-in-laws, Brooks & Peter Rumenik of Tallahassee, FL; Britt & Mark Hall of Littleton, CO; grandchildren: Reid, Madison, & Audrey Rumenik; Jade Maresca, Lily & Coral Hall; sister, Michelle McDaniel of Homestead, FL; nephew John Michael McDaniel & family of Homestead, FL; sister-in-law, Marie McDaniel of Homestead, FL; niece, Kim Gonzalez & family of Homestead, FL. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Lake Park United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Evans Memorial Camp, 1229 US-221, Lakeland, GA 31635 and South Georgia House of Hope, 2551 Indian Ford Rd, Valdosta, GA 31601. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta is entrusted with the arrangements.

MCDANIEL, Queen McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 24, 1956) Queen McDaniel, colored, age 75, passed away at the home of her daughter Mary Love in Madison Sunday. She is survived by three sons and four daughters and a number of grandchildren. Funeral services will be Sunday at Cross Roads Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery

MCDANIEL, Waymond Benjamin McDaniel (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida April 20, 2011) Waymond Benjamin McDaniel passed away on April 15, 2011. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday April 23, 2011 at Damascus Missionary Baptist Church in Madison, Florida. Visitation will be Friday, April 22, 2011 at Cooks & Cooper Chapel located at 162 SW Third Ave, from 6-7:30 P.M. Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements (850) 973-6666. 52

Waymond Benjamin McDaniel, fondly known as Bennie and Mac, was born on January 8, 1942, the seventh child to the late Deacon Adolphus, Sr. and Sister Ida Roland McDaniel. He converted in 1957 and joined Damascus Baptist Church under the direction of Reverend M. K. Jefferson, Lake City, FL. Waymond received his primary education in Madison and Broward County public schools. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1961, and upon his return home, completed Masonry School; he worked the trade with much pride and honor, always trying to help somebody. He was served by a devoted lady: Ms. Nancy Mathis; three sons: Villa Clark, Miami, FL; Shelton Wallace and LeDerick (Ta’Kevia) McDaniel, Titusville, FL; five beautiful daughters: Inza (Lee) Graves, Temple Hills, MD; Thabathia Parrish-Herring, Jacksonville, FL; Equilla (Derell) Jenkins, Alachua, FL; Carlotta (Garfield) Canteen, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; and Stephanie (Harry) Warmble, Valdosta, GA; goddaughter: Chaquilla; 16 grandchildren; two brothers: Everett, Philadelphia, PA; and Felton, Jacksonville, FL; two wonderful sisters: Earnestine {Freddie (deceased)} Young, Hawthorne, FL and Rubell, Lakeland, FL; six nephews; six nieces; caregivers: Mrs. Lelia Edward, Mrs. Johnnie M. Norman, and a host of cousins, friends, and family.

MCDANIEL, William A. McDaniel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 9, 1955) William A. McDaniel, 12 years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. McDaniel, met instant death in a tractor accident Friday December 9th at the McDaniel farm six miles south of Madison. The young man was pinned beneath the tractor when it turned over in a rut. He had been a resident of Madison County for something over a month moving here with his family from Lowndes County. Survivors are his parents, six brothers, Jack, of the U. S. Navy; R. E., of Macon, GA; Jerome; Morris; Johnny; and Ray, all of Madison; five sisters, Mary; Emma; Marsha; and Fay of Madison; Mrs. T. H. Young, of Jesup, GA; Mrs. T. L. Downum, of Macon; and his grandmother, Mrs. Mart M. Purvis, of Alapaha, GA. Funeral services were held Sunday in Mt. Olive Church with interment in the church cemetery.

MCDAVID, Jensi Lee McDavid (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 7, 2005) Jennie "Jensi" Lee McDavid died Tuesday (Sept. 6, 2005) as she lived, with great humor, strength and dignity. Born in Louisville, Ky. on June 30, 1950, Jensi lived her life with passion and grace, a quick wit and abundant love and affection for her family and friends. She lived, laughed and loved until the end. Jensi's life will be remembered for the joy she brought to her family and friends. Her family is comforted by her faith and they know that Heaven will be happier and brighter place with her there. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Robert McDavid, and her five children, Wesley Peden McDavid, 28, of Atlanta, Winston Thomas McDavid, 26, Robert Simmons McDavid, 22, Jennings Lee McDavid, 18, all of Tallahassee, Fla.; her sisters, Linda Lee Harvey of Waycross and Buffi Lee Haggard of Kennesaw, Ga.; her brother, Paul Winston Lee Jr. of Monticello, Fla. and her mother, Martha Elizabeth Christensen of Louisville, Ky.; several nieces, nephews and family members. Jensi was preceded in death by her first husband, D. Bruce Thomas; and her father, Dr. Paul W. "Wink" Lee of Waycross. Visitation will be Thursday at the McDavid home from 7 to 9 p.m. The memorial service will be Friday at 11 a.m. at Wildwood Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cattman Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19111

MCELROY, Jaylon Lawrence-Anthony McElroy (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 24 March 2020) Jaylon Lawrence-Anthony McElroy was born August 5, 1999 in Tallahassee, FL to Sanders A. III and Tamara W. McElroy. His grandfathers, Lawrence V. Wright, I and Sanders McElroy II, both preceded him in death. Jaylon attended Florida High School, Kubasaki High in Okinawa, Japan and ACE in Tallahassee. He enjoyed traveling the world, listening and creating music along with spending time with his friends. On Tuesday, March 24, 2020, Jaylon unexpectedly went Home to be with the Lord. His love and memory will be cherished forever by his parents: Sanders A. McElroy III and Tamara W. McElroy; sister: Madilyn McElroy, all of Crawfordville, FL; maternal grandmother: Theresa R. Wright of Okinawa, Japan; paternal grandmother: Shirley B. McElroy of Pembroke Pines, FL; paternal great-grandfather: Dr. Willie J. (Tamara) Wright of Miami, FL; uncle: Lawrence V. Wright II of Colorado Springs, CO; aunt: Shenika (Jason) Smith of Miami, FL; cousins: Jason Smith, Miami, FL, Lauryn Elizabeth Wright and Leonard Benjamin Wright, both of Valdosta, GA; and a host of other loving relatives. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations in Jaylon's memory to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Tallahassee, Inc. All donations will be used in the local Tallahassee area to promote mental health wellness and suicide prevention.

MCDERMITT, Dahl McDermitt, Sr. (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 17 June 2015) Rev. Dahl McDermitt, Sr., age 77 of Dublin, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2015. Rev. McDermitt was born August 19, 1937, in Irwin County, GA to the late Hubert and Josie Vickers McDermitt of Wray, GA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his former wife, Delane Chambers McDermitt. Dahl attended Brewton Parker College, Georgia Southern and Middle 53

Tennessee State. He served as pastor of several local churches in South GA and Dublin. His longest and last pastorate was at Union Baptist Church near Dublin where he served for 19-1/2 years. Under his leadership, the church built a new sanctuary and remodeled the social hall. During his time at Union Baptist he served as pastor and taught the young adult Sunday School class. His experience in the education field was varied. He served as a teacher, coach, principal, and superintendent of schools in both Dodge and Coffee Counties. He served his community as mayor of Chauncey, GA, where he was very involved in school and recreation sports as both a coach and a referee. Woodmen of the World was also an integral part of his career. He served as a field representative and as an area manager in Dublin, GA. Dahl retired from WOW after 34 year of service. Dahl was a member of many professional organizations. These included GA Association of Superintendents, American Association of School Administrators, National Association of Education, Coffee Association of Educators, Dodge Association of Educators, National Association of Elementary Principals, GA Association of Elementary Principals (director), Lions Club, Rotary Club, Retired Teachers Association, Fraternal Insurance Counselor (fellow), Regional Education Service Agency (chairman). Survivors include his wife, Patsy L. Stewart McDermitt of Dublin, sons; Dahl (Melissa) McDermitt Jr. and Todd (Celena) McDermitt, all of Eastman, GA, Scott McDermitt of Dublin and Brian McDermitt of Savannah; step-children, Stacey Stewart of Dublin and Kristie S. (Brett) Bailey of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren, Michael McDermitt, Mark McDermitt, Ashley McDermitt, Melena McDermitt, Scott McDermitt Jr. and Rebecca Hester; step-grandchildren, Kayla Warren and Erika Bailey; 4 great grandchildren; sister, Vicki Jones of Madison, GA, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be Saturday, June 13, 2015, at Marie Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Chauncey Cemetery. Townsend Brothers Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Refuge Recovery Ministries, 424 College Street, Eastman, GA 31023.

MCDERMOTT, Annie Rycroft McDermott (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 21, 1961) Annie Rycroft McDermott, age 66, of Madison passed away Tuesday in the local hospital after a long illness. Mrs. McDermott was born in Seville, GA, daughter of the late J. T. and Mary Rycroft. She spent her early life in Wilcox County, GA and most of her life in Atlanta and East Point, GA. She moved to Madison in 1955 to make her home. She was a member of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of Brotherhood Railroad Trainmen, Cherokee Rose Lodge 606 in Atlanta. Survivors are her husband, C. H. McDermott, of Madison, one brother, W. T. Rycroft, of Cherry Lake; and two sisters, Mrs. J. C. McBryant, of Macon; and Mrs. J. T. Burnhardt, of Fitzgerald, GA. Funeral services were held Thursday July 20th at Pleasant View Baptist Church north of Seville, GA with interment in Pleasant View Cemetery.

MCDERMOTT, John Francis McDermott (Abstracted from the 18 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) John Francis McDermott, age 72, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Wednesday (May 13, 2015). He was preceded in death by his darling wife of more than 49 years, Odessa McDermott, his parents, Paul Henry and Helen CeCelia McDermott, siblings, Paul Henry McDermott Jr., Patricia Ann Gavlik, Margaret Kathleen Lamperski and Michael Aloysius McDermott. He is survived by 1 son, John James (Cecilia) McDermott of Waycross; daughters, Celia Helen (David) Clark and Odessa Lee Angilella of Dayton, OH; 7 grandchildren, April (Micheal), David III (Ashley), Anthony Michael (Samantha), Anthony Robert (Shayna), Vanessa (Amber), Emily and Michael; 6 great-grandchildren, Hope, Khloe, Ethan, Logan, Payton and Anthony Michael Jr.; 6 siblings, Eileen (Tom) Feerst, Daniel Leo (Kathryn) McDermott, Mary Theresa Deak, Robert Joseph (Carol) McDermott, James Edward Jude (Natalie) McDermott, Helen CeCelia Taylor and Kevin Colin McDermott. Newcomer Funeral Home, 3380 Dayton-Xenia Road, Beavercreek, OH is handling the arrangements. Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday at Our Lady Queen of Peace, Prairies Chapel, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, where he was a faithful parishioner. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, 1625 Calvary Drive, Dayton, OH.

MCDONALD, Andrew McDonald (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 23, 1967) Andrew McDonald, age 79, longtime resident of Greenville, passed away June 15th in the local hospital. He is survived by one sister. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCDONALD, Anna Mae McDonald (Abstracted from the 17 November 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Anna Mae McDonald, age 87, who lived in Waycross since 1972, died Oct. 19, 2016, in Tampa FL. She lived with her family in Tampa for the past several years, and was well cared for by her granddaughter, Rachel, until she died after a very brief illness. She was born Oct. 24, 1928 in Jacksonville, FL and was a 1946 graduate of Andrew Jackson High School in Jacksonville. She was pre-deceased in death by her husband of some 60 years, James B. McDonald, the longtime Chevrolet dealer in Waycross. She 54 was also preceded in death by her son, Barry James McDonald. She was a devoted wife and loving mother. She was never too busy to lend a helping hand to others. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Waycross where she attended and taught Sunday school for more than 30 years. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Joseph and Paula Rousselle; granddaughters, Megan Vanorden, Heather Borreca, Alexis Rousselle and Rachel Rousselle; grandsons, Barry James McDonald Jr. and Joseph Bradley McDonald; and seven great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be Monday at Oakland Cemetery. Music funeral home is in charge of local arrangements.

MCDONALD, Anthony Dewayne McDonald (Abstracted from the 22 September 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Anthony Dewayne McDonald, age 53, of Alma, died Saturday (Sept. 17, 2016) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. He was born in Douglas to Hosea Vickers and Mae Vern Anderson. He made Waycross and Alma his home for all of his life. He worked 32 years for D.L. Lee and Sons Inc. in Alma. He was a hard worker who was loved by so many. He loved his family very much and any time he was able to spend with them. He was preceded in death by his step-father, Henry Anderson Sr. He is survived by his mother, Mae Vern Anderson of Waycross; his father, Hosea (Ovell) Vickers of Alma; his brothers and sisters, Lori (Enoch) Lee of Waycross, Henry (Maria) Anderson Jr. of Waycross, Henrietta (Leonard) Felton of Warner Robins, Hosea (Chevy) Vickers Jr. of Alma, Renee Mumford of Alma, Tina (Stacy) Crosby of Alma; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church. A private burial will take place at Paulk Cemetery in Ambrose. Miles- Odum Funeral Home handled the arrangements. The family is gathering at the home of his mother, Mae Vern Anderson, 1123 Tebeau Place, Waycross.

MCDONALD, Barbara Jean Stalvey McDonald (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 2 January 2020) Barbara Jean Stalvey McDonald, age 88, of Hahira died Monday, December 30, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born August 7, 1931 in Hahira to the late George M. Stalvey and Mary Lehman Stalvey and was a lifelong resident of Hahira. Mrs. McDonald was a member of the Hahira First Baptist Church. She graduated from Hahira High School in 1948. Mrs. McDonald began her career working at Commercial Banking Company and also Citizens Community Bank of Hahira before becoming the school secretary at Hahira Elementary School and retired after 34 years of dedicated service. She ended her long working career back at Citizens Community Bank. In the summers, Mrs. McDonald managed the Hahira Lions Club pool for many years where she was a “mother” to all those who enjoyed the pool. She was a member of the Hahira Garden Club and Hahira Supper Club. She enjoyed the Senior Citizens Luncheons at the Hahira Methodist Church and doing word searches. Mrs. McDonald was a lady full of life and wisdom and enjoyed telling a good story. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Ann McDonald Exum of Hahira, Nancy McDonald Purvis and Scott Purvis of Valdosta; three granddaughters, Amy Exum Luke and Klay Luke of Hahira, Allison Exum Fowler and Cade Fowler of Hahira, and Maggie Anna Purvis of Valdosta; two great grandchildren, John Klayton Luke of Hahira and Mackson Brewer Fowler of Hahira; sister-in-law Chris Wierer of Crestview, FL; her nieces, Mary Sue Harris and Lyn Stalvey both of Hahira, Sonya Stalvey Cooner and David Cooner of Dothan, AL, Keana Stalvey Andress and Greg Andress of Union, KY, Leslie McDonald Goolsby of Hahira, her nephews, Don and Vicki Stalvey of Mobile, AL, and Kennon and Cindy Stalvey of Crestview, FL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Brewer McDonald, Jr.; her nephew George Harrell Stalvey, and two brothers, Leroy Stalvey and Kennon Stalvey. Funeral services will be at Hahira United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Friendship Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to the Hahira Methodist Women’s Ministry. Martin/McLane Funeral Home of Hahira is entrusted with the arrangements.

MCDONALD, Betty Jean McDonald (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 1 August 2018) Betty Jean McDonald, age 86, of Ray City, GA passed away on August 1, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on August 26, 1931 in Hobart, IN to the late Benjamin and Vera (Davis) Kietzman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank McDonald, two sisters and one brother. Survivors include her son & daughter-in-law, Paul and Vickie McDonald of Statenville, GA; daughter, Lynda Green of Ray City, GA; grandchildren, Chrissy Dent (Greg), Terri House (Ben), Colleen Holbrook (Gary), Rosanna Carter, Robert Carter (Amber); great grandchildren, Wesley McGill, Allison Kent, Rebecca Kent, Julia Currier, Triston Holbrook, Felicity Holbrook, Ravan Carter, Nevaeh Carter; great-great grandchild, Carson Lee Kent; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Per her wishes, she will be cremated and no formal services will be held. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is caring for the McDonald Family.

MCDONALD, Billie Langford McDonald (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 25 November 2017)

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Billie Langford McDonald, age 97, of Ray City, GA passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at his residence, which is next door to the house where he was born on November 10, 1920 in Ray City GA to the late Lacey and Carrie (Langford) McDonald. Billie served his country in the United States Navy during WW2. He held a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Arizona and worked many years as a hydrologist with the United States Geological Survey. Through the years, he resided with his family in Tucson AZ, Safford AZ, Flagstaff AZ, Montgomery AL, Denver CO, Tuscaloosa AL, Rolla MO, and Picayune MS. He left Ray City, GA in 1940 to join the US Navy and returned to Ray City in 1992. In his free time, he enjoyed a variety of sports and working on anything mechanical He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ray City. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Ponsell McDonald. His survivors include his son & daughter-in-law, Gary & Melanie McDonald of Jacksonville, FL; daughters & sons-in-law, Jana & Mark Demeranville of Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, Teri & Eric Niewoehner of Juneau, AK; 9 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and a number of extended family members. Memorial services will be Monday, December 4, 2017 at First Baptist Church of Ray City. The McDonald family is being cared for by the compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA.

MCDONALD, Billy Richard McDonald, Sr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 11 May 2018) Mr. Billy Richard McDonald, Sr., age 80, died Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at his home in Valdosta. A memorial service will be Saturday, May 12, 2018 in the Pinetta First Baptist Church, Pinetta, FL. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Pinetta First Baptist Church Building Fund. He was born and raised in Lake Park, GA and lived most of his life in Lowndes County. He was a plumber and pipe fitter and was the plumbing inspector for the County and City. He also was the owner and operator of Richard McDonald Plumbing. He loved to fish, work in the yard, and was a fan of NASCAR racing. He loved life and he loved people. He was a member of Pinetta Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Peggy McDonald, Valdosta: two sons, Ricky (Sherry) McDonald, Kenny (Deborah) McDonald both of Valdosta, Georgia; one daughter, Tina (Keaton) Eubanks, Pelham, GA; three grandchildren, Jordan (Jose) Mendoza, Oak Grove, KY, Brittany McDonald (Sam Gardin), Westmoreland, TN, and Haley McDonald , Valdosta; 3 great-grandchildren, Jacob, Isabella, and Emerson; 1 aunt, Lounelle Lightsey, Valdosta. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, Florida is assisting the family with arrangements.

MCDONALD, Earl McDonald (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida October 1, 2011) Earl McDonald, age 65, of Jasper, FL. passed away peacefully in his sleep at home Tuesday, September 27, 2011 following a lengthy battle with cancer. Mr. McDonald was born in St. Pittsburgh, PA on January 30, 1946 to the late Charles and Jean McDonald. Earl was a superintendent in the construction industry for a number of years in the Ft. Lauderdale area and was past President of the Coral Springs BMX Track. In 2007 he moved to Hamilton County where he immediately became active in the community. He was a member and former Captain with the Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department and was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Margaret A. McDonald, Jasper, FL; two sons, Brad McDonald (Ashley), Wake Forest, NC, and Curt McDonald (Renee), Jennings, FL; one sister, Janet Pacelli, Munhall, PA; his mother-in-law, Margaret J. Braznai; six grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 3, 2011 at St. Therese Catholic Church in Jasper. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Crossroads Volunteer Fire Dept. 5769 SW CR 141, Jasper, FL. 32052. Harry T. Reid Funeral Home, Jasper, FL. is in charge of arrangements.

MCDONALD, Ethel LaMar McDonald (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 27 August 2017) Mrs. Ethel LaMar McDonald, age 73, passed away August 27, 2017 in Tallahassee, FL. LaMar was born October 10, 1943 in Perry, FL to Riley Miller Collins and Ophelia Hodges Collins. Mrs. McDonald was a member of Spring Warrior Church of Christ, where she was actively involved in teaching Sunday school. She was a homemaker, and also was the bookkeeper for Clark Lumber Company for over 16 years. LaMar was preceded in death by her husband Bobby McDonald, her parents Riley Miller Collins and Ophelia Hodges Collins. Mrs. McDonald is survived by her daughters, Robin (David) Looper of Tallahassee, and Holli (Kevin) Slaughter of Perry; her sister Margie Hoskins of Atlanta; her grandchildren, Katie (Tyler) Lackey, Amy Looper, Brandon and Tyler Slaughter, a soon to be great grandson Peyton Lackey, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Spring Warrior Church of Christ. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to be made to Aucilla Christian Academy in her honor. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCDONALD, Evelyn Forrest Brock McDonald (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 12 January 2011) Mrs. Evelyn Forrest Brock McDonald, age 85, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2010, at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA. Mrs. McDonald, a native of Toccoa, GA was born on December 16, 1925. She was the daughter of the late John 56

Candler and Emma Sarah Kimel Brock. She is the widow of the late Rev. Travis Carroll McDonald; also, Son, Kenny McDonald, preceded her in death. Memorial services were held Sunday, January 2, 2010, at Carver Baptist Church. Burial will be held at a later date in the Douglas City Cemetery. Survivors include: daughter: Carol (Roger) Murrhee of Starke, FL; son: David (Cathy) McDonald of Douglas, GA; brother: John Brock of Spring Hill, FL; grandchildren: John Murrhee of Starke FL, Candace (Britt) McDade of Newnan, GA, Whitney (Joseph) Meeks, Kimberly (Brent) Deen and Erin (Chap) Hodge of Douglas, GA; and great- grandchildren: Joey and Riley Murrhee, Eli Deen, Hamp and Levi McDade. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCDONALD, Elvera Lyons McDonald (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 8, 2005) Elvera L. McDonald, 85, of the Raybon community, died Sunday (Nov. 6, 2005) evening at Bayview Nursing Home following an extended illness. A Brantley county native, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Lyons and Myra Highsmith Lyons and was a member of the Nahunta First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe McDonald, and her son, Hugh McDonald. Survivors include her daughter, Glenda M. Delgado, of Titusville, Fla.; her grandchildren, Maria Woods, of Manhattan Beach, CA, Carol Trudell, of Titusville, FL, Debbie Fitzgerald, of Matthews, NC, Lynn Miller, Wanda Hudgins, Lisa McDonald and Jonathan McDonald; and her sisters, Faye Bridges, Lucille Carter and Ione Yagel, all of Jacksonville, FL. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Carson and the Rev. E. H. Morgan officiating. Burial will follow in the Rob Lewis Cemetery. Joel Chambless Funeral Home, North Main Street, in Nahunta, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

MCDONALD, Frank L. McDonald (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Frank L. McDonald, age 83, of Ray City, GA passed away at his residence Wednesday November 27, 2013 after a lengthy illness. He was born December 12, 1929 in to the late Paul Pierce and Francis Marion Hancock McDonald in Crawfordville, IN. He was Presbyterian by faith and also served his country in the United States Army. He was a retail manager before his retirement. Survivors include his wife Betty McDonald of Ray City, GA; daughter and partner Lynda Green and Karen Spires of Ray City, GA; son & daughter-in-law Paul & Vickie McDonald of Statenville, GA; 3 grandchildren, Chrissy Dent, Terri House, Colleen Holbrook; 7 great-grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren: Robert L. Carter, Rosanna J. Carter; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Sunday December 1, 2013 in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services in Lakeland, GA.

MCDONALD, Gary Virgil McDonald (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 25 September 2016) Gary Virgil McDonald, age 71, of Valdosta, GA passed away Sunday, September 25, 2016 at SGMC Lakeland Villa in Lakeland, GA. He was born on May 7, 1945 in Valdosta, GA to the late Gary V. and Tiny Anna (NeSmith) McDonald. He loved to garden and grow tomatoes. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Alton McDonald and a sister-in-law, Bobbi Ann McDonald. Survivors include his daughter & son-in-law, Teresa (Robert) Hudson of Valdosta, GA; sister, Geraldine Grier of Valdosta, GA; brother & sister-in-law, Jack (JoAnn) McDonald of Valdosta, GA; and a number of nieces, nephews and extended family members. As per his wishes, he will be cremated and a graveside service will be held at a later date. Music Funeral Services will be serving the family.

MCDONALD. Sgt. H. G. McDonald, Jr. (Abstracted from the Quitman Free Press, Quitman, Georgia, April 19, 1945) Sgt. H. G. McDonald, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. H. G. McDonald of Pavo, paratrooper of the 17th Airborne Division, was killed in action in Germany on March 24th according to a telegram received last week by the family. Sgt. McDonald was the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. McDonald, prominent residents of Pavo, and was reared in that community. He enlisted in the Armed Forces in 1938 and was with the 83rd F. A. until August 1943 when he transferred to the Airborne Division. He received his training at Ft. Benning, Camp McCall, NC and Fort Sill, OK. Sgt. McDonald is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lorene McDonald, of Pavo, a son Grady Ray and a step-daughter Ida Lou of Pavo, his parents and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. H. J. McGuire of Savannah, Mrs. D. W. Crosby of Brunswick, Mrs. C. C. Jackson of Plateau, AL, Winnie and Marie McDonald, Wilbur, Gene and Troy McDonald all of Pavo.

MCDONALD, James Oscar McDonald (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 9, 1970) James Oscar McDonald, age 78, died Tuesday in the Quitman Hospital after a brief illness. Mr. McDonald was born in Madison County, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Daniel McDonald. He was a businessman, the operator of McDonald’s Store in North Madison County for a number of years. He was prominent in the business life of this section. He was a member of 57

Madison Lodge No 11, F. & A. M. and the Pinetta Methodist Church and lived in the Cherry Lake area. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Edna Mae McDonald of Cherry Lake; one son, J. D. McDonald of Cherry Lake; two sisters, Mrs. W. C. Copeland, Sr., of Madison and Mrs. Estelle Stuart of Jacksonville; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday in Pinetta Methodist Church with burial in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Quitman.

MCDONALD, Jimmy McDonald (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 28, 2006) Jimmy McDonald, 76, died Friday night (Jan. 27, 2006) at Satilla Regional Medical Center following a short illness. He was a native of Waycross and had resided in Waycross all of his life. He was the son of the late John McDonald and Mary Beecher McDonald. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Frances Maynard and Charlotte Whitaker. He retired from Georgia Natural Gas after 43 years of service. He graduated in 1946 from Waycross High School and served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, the Men's Bible Class and the United Methodist Men. He was a former member of the Waycross Lion's Club and the Elks Club. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He loved life and people. The survivors include his wife, Marie Moore McDonald, of Waycross; three daughters, Rhonda Clement, of Savannah, Newanna Rogers (husband Randy), of Townsend, Melanie Clemons (husband Lewis), of Patterson; three grandchildren, Crystal Minchew, Logan Clemons, Avery Clemons; a nephew, Paul Hibbetts, of Rome, Ga., and a niece, Charlotte Ann Thomas, of Knoxville, Tenn. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Music Funeral Home Sunday afternoon from 5 until 7. The family requests memorials be sent to First United Methodist Church, 410 Williams St. Waycross, Ga. 31501, or Hospice Satilla, 921 Alice St. Waycross, Ga. 31501. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com

MCDONALD, Karl McDonald (Abstracted from the 9 September 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Karl McDonald, age 72 of Willacoochee, GA, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2016, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA, following an extended illness. Born December 6, l943 in Willacoochee, GA, Mr. McDonald was the son of Gordon and Betty Bowen McDonald. He worked for 38 years in the mobile home industry as a carpenter with Fleetwood Homes. He loved to be outdoors where he enjoyed gardening, grilling, fishing and traveling. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and also attended the First Baptist Church in Willacoochee, GA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Shane McDonald; a sister, Carolyn Smith; and two brothers, Charles and Thomas McDonald. Survivors include his wife, Gail McDonald of Willacoochee, GA; 1 son, Don (Angie) McDonald of Lakeland, GA; 3 daughters, Karla (Junior) McDonald of Willacoochee, GA, Karmen (Jim) Metts of Pearson, GA, and Stephanie (Steven) Paulk of Douglas, GA; 2 sisters, Carlene (Arthur) Murray of Waycross, GA, and Helen Warren of Willacoochee, GA; daughter-in- law, Holly McDonald of Willacoochee, GA; 9 grandchildren, Morgan McDonald, Zack McDonald, Raelyn (Jeremy) Dill, Cody McDonald, Stewart Metts, Cassidy McDonald, Jeremy McDonald, Brilynn Waldron, and Brensley Waldron; 3 great-grandchildren, Abby McDonald, Gunner Dill, and Addie McDonald; and several other nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. McDonald were Saturday, September 3, 2016, at Willacoochee First Baptist Church in Willacoochee, GA. The internment followed in the Holy Family Catholic Church Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA, was in charge of the arrangements.

MCDONALD, Leona McDonald (Abstracted from John Bullard 12 February 2020) Mrs. Leona McDonald went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 8, 2020. She was born to Linton and Lossie Deakel. Leona had seven siblings. She was born in Mayo FL on October 25, 1929. Shortly after Leona’s birth, the family relocated to Monticello, FL. Leona met James F. McDonald of Greenville, FL. They married and made a home in Greenville, FL. Together, they raised a family of two boys, Jimmy and John McDonald. They lived in Monticello for thirty – eight years. Leona worked for Artistic Creations. Leona was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings, two who were very young, and two brothers, Lionel Olgesby of Monticello, FL and Edward Olgesby of Waycross, GA. Leona is survived by one brother, Kiser Olgesby of Monticello, two sisters, Lettie Harrel of Monticello, FL and Lethe Page of Omaha, NE. Leona is also survived by her two sons, Jimmy McDonald of Duncan OK, and John McDonald of Greenville, FL; four grandsons, Jamie McDonald of Eufala, OK, Chans McDonald of Tallahassee, Dillon (Ashley) McDonald of Sopchoppy, FL, and Cody (Ashley) McDonald of Cherry Lake, FL; two great grandsons, Tripp McDonald of Sopchoppy, FL and Wake McDonald of Cherry Lake, FL. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Ms. Linda Harper McDonald, age 52, of Douglas, GA passed away Friday, September 10, 2010. Ms. McDonald a native of Coffee County, Georgia was born August 24, 1957. She was the daughter of the late Dempsey and Claryce Veal Harper. Graveside services and interment were Monday, September 13, 2010, at the Bethany Church Cemetery near Ambrose, GA. Survivors include: life-long friend: Calvin McDonald, Douglas, GA; daughters: Brandi (Chris) Kersey, Amber (Kenny Green) McDonald and Amanda McDonald; grandsons: Tyler Harper and Logan McDonald, 1 brother, Jerry (Carla) Harper; 1 sister, Shirley (Danny) Graham of Douglas, GA; 3 nephews and several great nieces and nephews. Sims funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCDONALD, Margie Pauline McDonald (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 10 June 2019) Margie Pauline “Polly” McDonald, age 93, passed away on June 10, 2019 at her home in St. Augustine, FL. Polly was born December 27, 1925 in Pickens County, AL to Mr. Samuel O'Briant and Lula Harcrow O'Briant. Prior to moving to St. Augustine in 2014 she had lived in Perry and was an active member of New Home Baptist Church for 50 years. Margie was preceded in death by her parents Mr. Samuel and Lula O'Briant and her husband J.P. McDonald. She is survived by four children: Wanda Brown Bray of St. Augustine, Sam Brown of Pomona Park, FL, John P. McDonald Jr. of Gainesville, and Michael (Rhonda) McDonald of Newberry, six grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. Funeral Services will be at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pineview Memorial Cemetery.

MCDONALD, Mark McDonald (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 15 July 2011) Mark McDonald, age 33 of Douglas, passed away in St. Simons Island, GA. Mr. McDonald was born on June 12, 1978 in Warner Robins. He was employed at Burger King and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Douglas. Survivors include his parents, Carl B. And Patricia M. McDonald of Douglas; sister, Ajaye McDonald; brothers, Brandt (Kim) McDonald, Michael (Gail) McDonald, both of Montgomery, AL; Robbie (Michele) McDonald of Lawrenceville, GA; Drew (George) McDonald of Oxford, England; 9 nieces and nephews; and grandmother, Marilyn Culpepper of Sandersville, GA. Funeral services were Sunday, July 10, 2011 in the First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Epworth by the Sea Fellowship of Christian Athletes in the name of Mark McDonald. Send to Epworth by the Sea, PO Box 20407, St. Simons Island, GA 31522. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCDONALD, Martha F. McDonald (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 14, 2012) Martha Fields McDonald, 57, of Waycross, died Wednesday afternoon (July 11, 2012) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House following an extended illness. She was born in Orlando, Fla., to the late Joseph Fields and Elizabeth Bailey Fields. She made Waycross her home in 1994 where and was a clerk at Flash Foods. She attended Waycross Community Baptist Church. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Jessica McDonald. Survivors include two daughters, Margaret Mercer and Melissa McDonald; a son-in-law, Martin Floyd, all of Waycross; six grandchildren, Chasity, Jontavius, Shawn, Jeremy, Zachry and Trinity Joe; two greatgrandchildren, Jeremy Jr. and Silas; and a number of other relatives. A memorial service will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 at Waycross Community Baptist Church. Memorialization is by cremation. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCDONALD, Michael Shane McDonald (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 5 August 2014) Mr. Michael Shane McDonald, age 37, of Willacoochee, GA. passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2014, in Hartford, CT. following a brief illness. A native of Tifton, GA, Mr. McDonald was born, October 15, 1976, son of Mr. and Mrs. Karl and Gail Lott McDonald. He was self-employed in the industrial maintenance field and enjoyed working all around the United States, taking great pride in providing for his family. Mr. McDonald was an avid Florida Gators fan and a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife Holly Brown McDonald of Willacoochee, GA; 1 daughter, Kassidy Jade McDonald of Willacoochee, GA; his parents, Karl and Gail McDonald of Willacoochee, GA; 1 brother, Don (Angie) McDonald of Pearson, GA; 3 sisters: Karla (Jr.) McDonald of Willacoochee, GA; Karman (Jim) Metts of Pearson, GA; Stephanie McDonald of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. McDonald were held Sunday, July 27, 2014, at Willacoochee First Baptist Church in Willacoochee, GA. A private family interment was Wednesday, July 30, 2014, at Holy Family Catholic Church Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

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Mr. Myers Renae McDonald, 79, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2012, in the Shands at the University of Florida, in Gainesville, FL. Mr. McDonald was born July 21, 1933, in Echols County, to the late Myers McDonald and Lula Bertie Allen McDonald. He was a self-employed heating and air conditioning service man and attended the Stockton Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by one brother: Verell McDonald. Survivors are his wife, Dorothy Futch McDonald of Homerville; one daughter: Angela McDonald of Homerville; one son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Jennifer McDonald of Homerville; two sisters, Deloris and Gary Buerger and Maxine McDonald all of Jacksonville; five grandchildren, Nikki Zeigler of Valdosta, Alyssa McDonald, Alysson McDonald both of Homerville, Melanie King of Valdosta and Jessica Limon of Oklahoma City, OK; seven great-grandchildren; one niece, Tina and Gary Bennett of Jacksonville, and several other relatives. Services for Mr. McDonald were held Wednesday, September 12, 2012, from the Stockton Baptist Church. Interment was in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home served the McDonald family.

MCDONALD, Nancy Jewel Proctor McDonald (Abstracted from the 26 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Nancy “Sweet Mama” Jewel Proctor McDonald, age 80, of Nahunta, passed away Sunday (July 24, 2016) at her residence following an extended illness. Born in Waycross, she was the daughter of John Royce Proctor and Mary Lucille Johns Proctor. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Melvin McDonald, her son, Jerles B. Lilly, and her daughter, Nancy Gail Lilly. She worked many years as a security guard for International Auto Port (IAP). She was a member of Southside Baptist Church, and enjoyed quilting and singing. She loved to sing with the Monday Night Singers. Survivors include her grandson and his wife, Colin (Sonyia) Lilly of Rockwall, TX; her three other grandchildren, Jerry, John and Shane Lilly; eight great- grandchildren; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Royce Hubert (Iona) Proctor of Brunswick, James Kicie (Paula) Proctor of Portland, OR; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Iris P. (Robert) Sloan of Hortense and Kate P. (Bicknell) Manor of Hickox and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday at Southside Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Mars Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

MCDONALD, Oscar Edward McDonald Jr. (Abstracted from the 5 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Oscar Edward McDonald Jr., 84, died Saturday (July 2, 2016) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House following a long illness. He was a native and life-long resident of Ware County, the son of the late Oscar Edward McDonald Sr. and Ethel Ratliff McDonald. He was a 1950 graduate of Waresboro High School. He served with the United Sates Navy during the Korean War and was stationed at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay Cuba and Memphis, TN. He retired in 1994 as office manager of Waycross Public Works and was a former employee of South Georgia Broilers for 20 years, the Waycross and Ware County fire departments and Waycross Junior College. He was a member of Second Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Betty Parham McDonald of Waycross; a daughter, Rhonda McDonald (Kenny Joe) Thornton of Guyton; a son, Kenny (Sheryl Johns) McDonald of Panama City, FL; five grandchildren, Kimberly Thornton (Zac) Kea, Brad (Kelly) Thornton, Cory (Leslie) McDonald, Chris McDonald and Jamey (Jan) Kent; five great-grandchildren, Logan Kea, Keslie Kea, Chance Kea, Marley Thornton and Brooklyn McDonald; a sister, Madge Dean of Waycross; a brother, Stanley McDonald of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday at Second Baptist Church. Burial will be in Kettle Creek Cemetery. The family requests memorials be given to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCDONALD, Revis McDonald (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 25 February 2010) Mr. Revis McDonald, age 84 of Fitzgerald, GA, died Friday, February 12, 2010, at his residence. Graveside services were Saturday, February 13, 2010, in the Revis McDonald Cemetery, Ben Hill County. Mr. McDonald was born March 3, 1925, in Coffee County to the late Jesse and Sarah Metts McDonald. He was a successful farmer, known for growing tobacco and hogs. In 1963 he was named Farmer of the Year by Ford Motor Company. Mr. McDonald served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was active in 4-H and FFA youth activities, supporting his children through multiple awards in both corn and beef production. Mr. McDonald was known to many as “PaPa”. He was a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his children: Darrell McDonald, Greg (Carol) McDonald, Shellah Owens, John McDonald and Tim (Denise) McDonald, all of Fitzgerald; mother of his children: Elrea Sayer McDonald, of Fitzgerald; 9 grandchildren: Jessie Bryan Carver and Ryan McDonald, both of Fitzgerald, Delena McDonald of Cochran, Charles McDonald and Austin McDonald, both of Valdosta, Tyler McDonald, Sydney McDonald, Abby McDonald and Ty McDonald, all of Fitzgerald; 5 great-grandchildren; brothers: Sherrell (Carol) McDonald of Seven Hills, OH and Eugene (Marie) McDonald of Willacoochee; sister: Estelle Sumler of Fredericksburg, VA as well as several nieces and nephews. Paulk Funeral Home in Fitzgerald was in charge of the arrangements.

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(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 5 April 2017) Mr. Robert Alton “Bobby” McDonald, age 77, passed away on April 5, 2017 in Tallahassee, FL. Bobby was born August 7, 1939 in Memphis, TN to Richard Frank McDonald and Sybil Irene Henderson McDonald. Bobby was a member of Spring Warrior Church of Christ and an avid fox hunter and field trial judge. His happier times were rounding up cows from the back of his beloved horse “Shorty”. He was a “people” person and very outgoing and loved his family dearly. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents Richard Frank McDonald and Sybil Irene Henderson. He is survived by his wife Mrs. LaMar McDonald; children: Robin (David) Looper of Tallahassee, FL; and Holli (Kevin) Slaughter of Perry, FL; grandchildren: Katie (Tyler) Lackey of Orlando, FL; Amy Looper of Tampa, FL; Brandon and Tyler Slaughter of Perry, FL; his first great grandchild who is expected in October, and one sister Bettye Guess of Indiana. A memorial service will be Saturday, April 8, 2017 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Florida Sheriff’s Boys Ranch.

MCDONALD, Roberta “Bird” McDonald (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Sep 27th, 2011) Roberta “Bird” McDonald of Lee passed away on September 26, 2011 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 30, 2011 at Lee United Methodist Church in Lee. Visitation will be held Thursday, September 29, 2011, at Beggs Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. She was born March 21, 1959 in Warwick, Rhode Island. Mrs. McDonald was a loving wife and mother. She wrote the “Pinetta Praddle” for the Enterprise-Recorder for several years and spent time volunteering at Lake Park of Madison Nursing Home. She was a member of Lee Methodist Church. Mrs. McDonald is survived by her husband, Charles McDonald, Sr. of Lee; a son, Charles McDonald, Jr. (Stacey) of Lee; daughter, Chelsea McDonald of Lee; parents, Franklin C. Brunner and Mary Alice Brunner of Haines City; brother, Joseph Buonacorsi of Providence, R.I.; three sisters, Cheryl Archambault (Richard) of Lee Gail Disbennett (Richard) of Circleville, Ohio; Dawn Hiatt (John) of Altamonte Springs: five grandchildren, Makayla McDonald, Auston Lyons, Charles McDonald III, Michael McDonald and Ian McDonald, all from Lee. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

MCDONALD, Sarah Anne Norman McDonald (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 31 July 2020) Sarah Anne Norman McDonald, age 94, of Valdosta, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020, at South Georgia Medical Center due to complications from the Covid-19 Virus. Sarah Anne was born in Valdosta, on September 29, 1925, the daughter of Joseph Curtis Norman and Ruth Prosser Norman. Much of her childhood was spent living in Lake City, FL with her aunt Ethel and uncle Claude Adams, her mother’s sister. She was a homemaker and an accomplished seamstress. She loved flowers and enjoyed working with them. She loved to shop and listen to praise and worship music. Sarah Anne married Theron Heywood McDonald on July 5, 1942 in Jasper, FL, while he was on a 3-day pass. They were married for 53 years until his death. Theron and Sarah Anne moved several times while Theron was in Ranger Training with the U.S. Army during WWII. She was active in her church life and worked during the early years of her marriage to help support her family. She was a faithful member of Morningside Baptist Church until entering the nursing home where she lived for her last eight years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great and great-great grandmother to her four daughters and their husbands and children. Survivors are four daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Larry Price of Albany, Barbara and Roger Meeks, Becky and Ed Minton of Valdosta, Debbie and David Bayless of Hahira; grandchildren, Cathy and Steve Jenkins, Matt and Paige Price, Terry and Christina Godwin, James Godwin, Giles and Angel Godwin, Allison and Jeffrey Jones, Elizabeth Mann, Roger, Jr. and Kristen Meeks, Derry and Nikki Meeks; fifteen great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren; brothers and sisters in law, Charles and Pat Norman of Weslaco, TX, Jerry and Mary Laura Norman of Valdosta. She was preceded in death by her husband, Theron Heywood McDonald, brothers and sisters, Ralph Norman, Vivian Colson, Jack Norman, Julian Norman, Mable Meeks, Jimmie Norman. Private funeral services will be held, and committal will take place at Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Morningside Building Fund or to the Gideons International. Carson McLane Funeral Home is serving the family.

MCDONALD, Shelton Leon McDowell (Abstracted from the 4 June 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) ATKINSON — Shelton Leon McDowell, age 80, of Brunswick, passed away Friday (June 1, 2018) at his daughter’s residence in Brunswick, after an extended illness. Born in Brunswick, he was the son of Frank Alexander McDowell and Thelma Lee Miller McDowell. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Ronnie and Robert McDowell, three sisters, Frankie Bennett, Lana Taylor and Sara Frye. He attended Atkinson Church of God of Prophecy, was a self-employed shrimper which he truly loved. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, spending time with his horses and his cat “Midnight.” But most of all he loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly. He is survived by his wife, Carol Young McDowell of Atkinson; a son and daughter-in-law, David and Beth Davis of Atkinson; three daughters and a son-in-law, Tara and William Hamilton of Brunswick, Melissa Scott of Atkinson, and Tina Davis of Atkinson; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Frank McDowell of South Carolina, David and Mary McDowell of 61

Brunswick, and Ben and Faye McDowell of Waynesville; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Marcia McDowell of Brunswick, Diane and Danny Waggoner of Hortense, Kathy McDowell of Brunswick, and Margaret Davis of Tennessee; 21 grandchildren, 26 great- grandchildren; several nieces nephews and other relatives. A graveside service was held Sunday at the Lane Cemetery in Atkinson. Arrangements were with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

MCDONALD, Suenell Tuten McDonald (Abstracted from the January 17, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Suenell Tuten McDonald, 78, died Thursday (Jan. 16, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following an extended illness. She was a native of Bristol but lived most of her life in Waycross. She retired from Southern Bell Telephone Company as an operator and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers where she served in many offices including president. She was also a member of Pine Valley United Methodist Church. She was a daughter of the late Benjamin Tuten and Myrtle Tuten. She was preceded in death by a sister, Nela Wynn (Dick), and three brothers, Luther Tuten, Benjamin Tuten (Evelyn) and Loren Tuten. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Stanley F. McDonald, of Waycross; 2 children, Neal (Mamie) McDonald, of Waycross, and Pamela (George) Beckwith, of Charlotte, NC; two grandchildren, Ashley (Justin) Paulk and Anna McDonald (Justin); 2 great-grandchildren, Sienna McDonald and Blake Paulk; 3 sisters, Elise Geeslin (Jim), Shirley Tuten and Cheryl Kelly (Holly); and 2 sisters-in-law, Joy Tuten and Williene Tuten. A funeral will be held Saturday at Pine Valley United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCDONALD, Mrs. Zillie Ann Phillips McDonald (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 5. 1941) Mrs. John D. McDonald, lifetime resident of Madison County, died at her home on North Parramore Street, this city, Wednesday night, of a heart attack. Mrs. McDonald had not been well lately, but was feeling better again Wednesday afternoon and was thought on the way to recovery just before the fatal attack came. Mrs. McDonald was born January 28, 1867, in the Macedonia section of Madison County, her maiden name being Zillie Ann Phillips. When a young woman, she was married to Mr. John D. McDonald of this county, who preceded her in death several years ago. Three children also died at early ages. Mr. and Mrs. McDonald and family lived south of town for a number of years, then moved some thirty-eight years ago to Madison town, where they resided until death. Survivors are four children: Mrs. Roberta Tompkins of Jacksonville, Mr. J. O. McDonald of McVille, GA, Mrs. Estelle Shackleford of Jacksonville, and Mrs. W. C. Copeland, Sr., of Madison, also eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held this Friday afternoon at Mt. Olive Cemetery.

MCDOUGALD, Mr. Ivey LaFayette McDougald (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 2. 1942) The many friends of Mr. I. L. McDougald, superintendent of the Fraleigh tobacco farm north of town, were deeply shocked to learn of his death, which occurred Monday morning. Mr. McDougald had been ill only a few hours, having waked up suffering with heart trouble or other ailment. A physician was called, and later Mr. McDougald seemed to show improvement, and then quietly passed away. Ivey LaFayette McDougald was born March 23, 1882, in the Greensboro community of Gadsden County, FL and lived most of his life in that section. He was engaged almost all of his adult life in tobacco growing and packing and in allied farming interests. He came to Madison in 1934 and was connected with the Fraleigh Tobacco Company from that time until his death. Mr. McDougald was married February 5, 1905, to Miss Ora Gray of Gadsden County, and she and three children, H. L. McDougald of Tallahassee, Mrs. A. M. Sunday of Quincy, and Carl F. McDougald of Perry, and five grandchildren, survive him. Interment was at Old Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Gadsden County

MCDOUGALL, Erma Lee Quigg McDougall (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Erma Lee (Quigg) McDougall, “Gan” to those closest to her, passed from this life into the arms of Jesus, on October 20, 2009, at the age of 87 in Perry, Florida. She spent her last few weeks at home, surrounded by family and friends. Her life was marked by loving service to the Lord, dedication to family, joy and artistic expression. Erma Lee grew up in South Florida, the daughter of Miami Chief of Police and City Commissioner, H. Leslie Quigg and his wife Katherine Maud Lee Quigg. It was in Miami that she met her husband of 66 years, William (Bill) James McDougall III, who was a police officer in Dade County, where he stopped her for driving too fast. They married on December 31, 1940, the date chosen, according to her, so that the whole world would be celebrating with them. The McDougalls traveled all over the world after Bill became a pilot, and lived in a few faraway places, including Anchorage, AK and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In 1975, after retirement, they settled in Perry, Florida and managed the Perry Airport. Later, they worked together to start Perry Enterprise, a salvage yard on HWY 19 South. Erma Lee and Bill had three children: Donna (Mrs. Wendell) Rogers of Perry, Florida; William (Bill) McDougall IV (Phyllis) of Hernando Beach; and Jack McDougall (Susan) of Panama City. Erma Lee was a talented and recognized artist who painted and sculpted. Her home was filled 62 with many treasures collected from her travels, as well as pictures she painted of the unique cultures and people she visited. She loved to be outside and spent many hours on the boat with her husband, snorkeling, fishing and diving for scallops. While living abroad, Erma Lee responded to the needs of the Americans living in the foreign citizens’ section of Saudi Arabia by organizing a “follies” show, featuring bright costumes with lively song and dance routines, which she directed and appeared in for many years. She was happiest in life serving others and loved to entertain her family. Gan was always cooking a big meal, or encouraging everyone to play a game like scrabble, badminton, or cards. Even to the end, she kept her caregivers laughing with her funny stories, positive demeanor and candid responses to questions. Erma Lee was preceded in death, by her husband Bill, to whom she was truly dedicated. She will be dearly missed by the large family that she leaves behind, including her children, as well as her nine grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. They all love Gan and look forward to seeing her again in Heaven. Erma Lee was truly a Proverbs 31 woman; virtuous, industrious, caring and strong. Services will be on Sunday, October 25 at the First Baptist Church in Perry. Interment will be held at Pineview Memorial Gardens, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry will handle the arrangements.

MCDOW, Stephen McDow (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 3 May 2019) Stephen McDow, age 49, of Jasper, FL passed away at Lanier Rehabilitation Center in Jacksonville, Florida following an extended illness. Stephen was born on October 23, 1969 in Madison, FL and was a "forever child". That is a child God sends every once in a great while to show us how truly special life is and how valuable every life is. Stephen enjoyed life and he had a wonderful imagination and made up games all of the time. He lacked for nothing and had his mother's full attention. Stephen was preceded in death by his father, Ralph McDow. Survivors include his mother, Ellen Padgett McDow; his aunts and uncles, two great aunts and one great uncle, numerous cousins and an extended family. Funeral services will be at West Lake Church of God. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

MCDOWELL, Calvin John McDowell (Abstracted from the August 8, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Calvin John McDowell passed away suddenly in Valdosta, Monday (Aug. 5, 2013). He is survived by his wife, Deborah McDowell; two daughters, Aprille McDowell and Dorothy McDowell; four stepchildren, Latisha Morris, Torrence and Terry Mitchell and Latasha Mitchell; four grandchildren; a loving aunt, Irma Howard; and uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. The family will receive friends at 501 Preston St., Waycross. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

MCDOWELL, Crispin Dean McDowell (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, January 19, 2014) Funeral services for Crispin Dean McDowell of Thomasville will be Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home with interment to follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. McDowell was born on September 27, 1947 in Gadsden Co., FL to the late Amos Dean and Thelma Rudd Dean. On July 1, 1961 she wed Mr. Bill McDowell in Bainbridge and during her life she worked as a Homemaker. Mrs. McDowell was of the Baptist Faith and she departed this life on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at her home. Survivors to cherish her memory include her husband Bill McDowell of Thomasville; daughters Angela McDowell Carter of Ochlocknee, Teresa McDowell Vick (Greg) of Pavo and Missy Odom of Barwick; grandchildren Nick Beckham (Areka), Lee Childs, Amber Miller (Brian), Brooke Carter and Bryce Carter all of Thomasville; 8 great-grandchildren; 1 brother Louis Dean (Judy) of Moultrie; niece and nephew Louis Dean and Cassie Hembree of Atlanta and several other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, E.D. Dean, Thomas Dean and Ferrell Dean; and 1 sister Jean Kirkland.

MCDOWELL, Geraldine Cooper McDowell (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 5 May 2010) Mrs. Geraldine Cooper McDowell, age 71, of Douglas passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center, following a short illness. Mrs. McDowell, a native of West Green, GA, had lived her life in the Coffee County area. She was the daughter of the late Carlie D. Cooper and the late Minnie Lee Clements Cooper. She was also preceded in death by a son, Robert Raymond Stapleton. Survivors include: husband: John McDowell of Douglas, GA; children: Peggy Willis, Glendora (Wayne) Harper and Vivian Horton, all of Douglas, GA and Tina (Scott) Scarborough of Milan, GA; sisters: Thelma Harper and Mary Ann Johnson, both of Brunswick, GA and Eloise Johnson of Indiana; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Saturday, April 24, 2010, at Ricketson Funeral Home. The interment followed in the Salem Cemetery.

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(Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 6, 2010) Jake Myles McDowell died Wednesday (June 30, 2010) at Southeast Georgia Medical Center in Brunswick after an extended illness. He was born Jan. 13, 1963 in Waycross, to the late Jake McDowell and Dorothy Myles-McDowell. He was an outstanding football player and was called "Big Jake" by many who knew him. He was a member of St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church. For many years he was employed at Waycross Molding. His life touched the hearts of many. He had an abiding faith in God, trusted and depended on Him as he journeyed through life. preceding him in death were his parents and a brother, Jake McDuffie. He leaves to cherish his memories a son, Jake Rashad McDowell, of Blackshear; two brothers, Calvin John McDowell, of Waycross, and James McDowell, of San Pedra, Calif.; one sister, Debbie Studivent, of Waycross; stepsons, Joshua Warren and Andre Warren, of Blackshear; a devoted aunt, Irma J. Howard, of Waycross; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and sorrowing friends; to included, a very special friend, Judge Mike Boggs, of Waycross. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Perry Brothers Funeral Home Chapel, 1100 State St., with Bishop A. J. Myles offering words of comfort. Viewing will take place one hour prior to service hour. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Calls are also being received at the home of his aunt Irma J. Howard, 1236 Folks St., and the home of his brother, Calvin John McDowell, 2218 Eastover Drive. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online guestbook at www.perrybrothersfuneralhome.com Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

MCDOWELL, John McDowell (Abstracted from the 12 January 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. John McDowell, age 75, of Douglas, GA, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2018, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. McDowell was born July 8, 1942, to the late Clarence McDowell and the late Lillian Desoto McDowell. Mr. McDowell, a native of Aububon, New Jersey, retired from PCC while working in the wax room. He was a U. S. Navy Veteran. Mr. McDowell was a Lutheran by Faith. Survivors include his daughters: Angel McDowell of New Jersey; Tina (Scott) Scarborough of Milan, GA, Vivian Smith, Glendora (Wayne) Harper and Peggy Willis, all of Douglas, GA, ten grandchildren, a number of great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at Ricketson Funeral Home. The Interment followed in Salem Cemetery.

MCDOWELL, Julian Larry McDowell (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 27, 2007) Julian Larry McDowell, 63, of 91 Pennsylvania Ave., Dallas, GA, died Saturday (Nov. 24, 2007) in Blakely. He was born in Miller County on Sept. 22, 1944. He was a truck driver and he was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his father, Alford Angus McDowell. Survivors include one son, Marshall Allen (Janet), of Dallas; mother, Marie Love McDowell, of Blakely; one sister, Sybil Clark, of Blakely; five brothers, Billy Earl McDowell (Chris), of Barwick, Carlton McDowell (Dolly), of Waycross, Donald McDowell (Frances), of Thomasville, Roger McDowell (Maggie), of Blakely, Ted McDowell (Brenda), of Blakely; two grandchildren, Jessica Shepard, of Dallas, and Josh Hendley, of Valdosta; one great-grandchild, Lane Hendley, of Valdosta. A funeral will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. at Flat Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Jimmy Love and the Rev. Arthur Brady officiating. Burial will be in Flat Creek Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dennis McDowell, Glenn McDowell, Rickey McDowell, DeWayne McDowell, Josh McDowell, Cody McDowell and LaDon Clark. The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 6 to 9. Arrangements are with Manry-Jordan-Hodges Funeral Home, Inc., of Blakely.

MCDOWELL, Robert Eugene McDowell (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 30 June 2019) Robert Eugene McDowell, age 78, of Coolidge, GA passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at his residence. Graveside Services will be held at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mr. McDowell was born to the late Maxine Buckland on June 18, 1941. He worked for the City of Thomasville and was a member of Big Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include: three daughters, Cheryl McDowell Dean (Dennis) of Watkinsville, GA, Tracy McDowell Fuqua (Ed) of Athens, GA, and Renee McDowell of Watkinsville, GA, grandchildren, Mackenzie Dean, Macie Dean, Phillip Fuqua, Emily Fuqua, Leah Fuqua, Kevin Hicks and Hillary Schooler, great-grandchildren, Hannah, Gracie & Luke.

MCDUFFIE, Allison Wade McDuffie (Abstracted from the October 16, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Allison Wade “Al” McDuffie, age 78, of Blackshear, passed away Tuesday (Oct. 14, 2014) at his residence. Born in Wray, March 26, 1936, he lived in Pierce County since January of 1969. He was retired from Coca-Cola where he worked as supervisor of the loading crew. He was a member of Walkerville Baptist Church and the Senior Adult Sunday school class and dearly loved his church family. He loved to hunt and fish and enjoyed his BB Red chickens. He never met a stranger and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a son of the late Denver Curtis and Floriede Amanda Mixon McDuffie. He was also 64 preceded in death by a granddaughter, Bonita Gail Dial. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Juanita Slack McDuffie, of Blackshear; 1 daughter, Dana Dial (partner, Darlene Howell), of Blackshear; 3 sons and 2 daughters-in-law, Jimmy (Wanda) McDuffie, of Clyo, and Gary (Brenda) McDuffie and Terry McDuffie, all of Blackshear; his brother and sister-in-law, Robert Lowell (Lurlyne) McDuffie, of Broxton; 11 grandchildren, Caleb and Kadie McDuffie, Sam McDuffie, Amanda and Keith Womack, Tanya and Phillip Roberson, Michael McDuffie, Garrett McDuffie, Anthony and Nikki Howell, Tracey Stone, Alisha and Jamie Mixon, Ashlee McDuffie and Cheyenne McDuffie; 13 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Friday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Walkerville Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Southeast Cancer Unit, P.O. Box 2764, Waycross, GA 31502 or to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

MCDUFFIE, Curtis Wade McDuffie Jr. (Abstracted from the September 6, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Curtis Wade McDuffie Jr., 59, died Wednesday (Sept. 4, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Waycross after a brief illness. He was born in Douglas but raised in Denton by his late parents, Curtis McDuffie Sr. and Mary Alice Courson McDuffie. He was formerly employed by the Georgia Highway Department, Howell Roofing and King Edward Cigar Factory. Survivors include his wife, Gail Howell McDuffie, of Blackshear; one son, Shane McDuffie, of Douglas; one sister, Janet and Mitchell Ward, of Monticello, FL; his mother-in-law, Annie Howell, of Waycross; seven brother and sisters-in-law, Anne and Ronnie Dixon, of Blackshear, Mary and Woodson Dixon, of Waycross, Joan and Glenn Mixon, of Blackshear, Barbara and Shelton Smart, of Hortense, Randy and Marsha Howell, of Nahunta, Tammy Howell and Frankie McElreath, of Blackshear, Chris and Amanda Perritt, of Waycross; 36 nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday at Grace Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCDUFFIE, Estelle Nipper McDuffie (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 27 Mar 2015) Mrs. Estelle Nipper McDuffie, age 70, of West Green, GA, passed away Monday, March 16, 2015, at her residence, following an extended illness. She was born August 12, 1944, to the late Gordon “Gordie” Nipper and the late Ethel Mae Kirkland Nipper. Mrs. McDuffie, a native of Coffee County, was a retired Registered Nurse with the Department of Corrections of Waycross. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Lori June Morgan, and two brothers, Ronald Nipper and Gordon LaDale Nipper. Mrs. McDuffie was a member of the Chatterton Grove Holiness Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Dewey T. McDuffie of West Green, GA; children, Mark (Sheila) Morgan of Nicholls, GA, Teressa Lynn (John) McDuffie of Irwinville, GA, Patrick McDuffie of Jacksonville, FL, Kayla McDuffie, Carl Spencer McDuffie, Nicolas McDuffie, Angelina McDuffie, and Christopher McDuffie, all of West Green, GA; 3 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and other relatives. Funeral services were Thursday, March 19, 2015at the Chatterton Grove Holiness Baptist Church. The interment followed in the Chatterton Grove Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCDUFFIE, Robert Lowell McDuffie (Abstracted from the 17 October 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert Lowell McDuffie, age 78, of Broxton, passed away Saturday (Oct. 14, 2017) at Coffee Regional Medical Center. He was born Nov. 25, 1938 in Ocilla to the late Denver McDuffie and Floree Mixon McDuffie. Survivors include his wife, Lurlyne Sapp McDuffie of Broxton; daughters, Marsha (David) Chancey of Blackshear, and Kristie Williams of Waycross; sons, Steven McDuffie of Jacksonville, FL, and Brett McDuffie of Nahunta; step-daughters, Connie Carter of Broxton, Annelle Stanfield of Douglas, and Beverly Harper of Wray; step-son, Howard (Deborah) Carter of Douglas; numerous grandchildren and one great- grandchild. He was preceded in death by his mother, Floree McDuffie, his father, Denver McDuffie, brother, Allison McDuffie, and first wife, Margaret Boyett McDuffie. The funeral was to be this morning at Broxton Church of God. Interment was scheduled in the Broxton Church of God Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

MCDUFFIE, Sandra Gail McDuffie (Abstracted from the 11 July 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Sandra Gail McDuffie, age 68, died Tuesday (July 9, 2019) at Community Hospice George and Margaret Morris Center for Caring in Jacksonville, FL, following a brief illness. She was a native of Waycross but had lived most of her life in Ware and Pierce counties. She was the wife of the late Curtis Wade McDuffie Jr. and daughter of the late Dewey Howell and Annie Virginia Lee Howell. She held positions with several different businesses over her career including the Computer Department of the City of Waycross, Bailey Monument Company, as payroll manager with Waycross Molded Products, and retiring from Voith Paper Fabrics as financial administrator in 2017. She grew up as a member of Grace Chapel (now Grace Ministries) but was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church of Blackshear and the Eve Purcell Sunday School Class. Survivors include her siblings, Anne 65

Dixon (husband, Ronnie), Mary Frances Dixon (husband, Woodson), and Joan Mixon (husband, Glenn), all of Blackshear, Barbara Smart (husband, Shelton), of Hortense, Randy Howell (wife, Marsha), and Tammy Howell, both of Blackshear, and Christopher Perritt (wife, Amanda), of Waycross; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial donations may be made to Southeast Cancer Unit, Inc., 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501. A funeral will be at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.

MCEADY, Robert McEady Jr. (Abstracted from the July 10, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert McEady Jr., age 57, died Saturday (July 5, 2014) at Hollyhill Nursing Home, Valdosta, after an extended illness. “Bobby,” as he was affectionately known, was born to the late Robert Mc Eady Sr. and Laura Gilbert McEady, Oct. 6, 2014, in New Brunswick, NJ. He attended elementary school in the Franklin Township School System, New Brunswick, NJ and secondary school at Trenton Central High School, up through the 11th grade, in Trenton, NJ. He enlisted in the U.S. Army where he completed the GED and obtained his barber’s license. He was joined in holy matrimony to Christine Purnell in 1975 and they lived together in Trenton, NJ and various military locations before relocating to Waycross in the early 1980s. He was employed at Flanders Inc. in Waycross until he became seriously ill. A committal ceremony will be held Saturday at Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Domika LaShawn Clemons, Rukiya Natajian McEady, Rashida Jamila- Saidah McEady, Robert Nerone McEady and Justin Dion Dre’ McEady; 1 step-son, Ryan Terrell Robinson; 3 sisters, Betty Jean McEady, Brenda Darnell McEady and Lisa Roberta McEady; 1 brother, Robert Kenneth McEady; and several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, numerous cousins, and other relatives. Fluker Funeral Home is serving the family.

MCELHANEY, Jacob Benjamin McElhaney (Abstracted from https://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2020/07/jacob-benjamin-mcelhaney/) Jacob Benjamin McElhaney, aka “Ben” was born October 3, 1949 to the parentage of the late Pink C. McElhaney and the late Oscie E. McElhaney in Ocilla, GA. Ben, departed this life on July 4, 2020. Ben relocated to Pompano Beach, FL in the mid-sixties and attended Blanche Ely High School, where he graduated in 1968. He worked as a chef until he was drafted into the US Army in August of 1969. He began service in the United States Army in 1969 and was honorably discharged in 1971. Upon the completion of his military service, he attended Broward Community College where he obtained his degree in auto body repair. He later became employed as an autobody and repairman at George's Auto Body. In the late 80's, Ben relocated to Saginaw, MI where he founded and owned Ben's Auto Body Shop. He thrived in the auto body repair business for over forty years. Ben also was an avid and skilled fisherman. He enjoyed coming together with his family having fish fry gatherings, which everyone looked forward to. He leaves to cherish many precious memories his loving children: three daughters, Shannon Render (Willie) of North Lauderdale, FL, Patricia Love (Jamario) of Pompano Beach, FL, Nikki McElhaney of Sunrise, FL and his sons, Delvon Ducre of Caledonia, MI; Jacob Peterson of Tennessee; his grandchildren: Travis Holmes, Willie Stanley, Jimmie Truss, Earvin Harris, Jasmine Hannah, Brittni Marshall (Kevin), Shanard Harris, Earlisha Harris, Krystal Hannah, Earl Harris, Jr, Nikolas Harris, Demario Love, Londyn Satchell, Kharter Satchell, Danniel Peterson, Journey Peterson, Nora Peterson, Da’marion Peterson, Jaia Peterson and Hazel Peterson; 12 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Betty Anderson, Dolores McElhaney and Felicia McElhaney; five brothers, Pink E. McElhaney, Walter McElhaney Sr, Nathaniel Black, Tony McElhaney, Aaron McElhaney; one uncle, Alphonso Graham and one aunt, Mildred Grimage (Arthur) and a host of loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister, Dora McElhaney; two brothers, Johnnie C. McElhaney and Jimmie McElhaney; and one brother in law, Samuel L. Anderson, Sr. Graveside service for Ben will be at the Southview Cemetery, 2065 Clay Road, Valdosta.

MCELHANEY, Janice McElhaney (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 10, 2012) Janice Maxine McElhaney was born Sept. 7, 1943 in Waycross, the oldest of four children born to Rebecca Jane “Mary” McElhaney, who preceded her in death. She departed this life for a new life in a better world Sunday (Aug. 5, 2012) She enjoyed her friends at the Satilla Mental Health Center and she often talked and laughed about the activities they all participated in. Although she struggled with some mental battles, it never prevented her from loving her mother, sisters and brothers, and her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed the song “Soon and Very Soon (We are Going to see the King)” and now her song is reality. She now has a new life, praise the Lord. She leaves three surviving siblings, Olga V. Sinkfield, Victor E. McElhaney and Monica L. McElhaney; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. The funeral will be held Saturday in the chapel of Perry Brothers Funeral Home, 1100 State St. The funeral cortege will assemble at 12:15 p.m. at the family residence, 2008 Ocean Breeze Circle. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this evening from 5 until 6 o’clock. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

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The home going celebration for Monica McElhaney will be held on Saturday at Family Worship Center, 631 Izlar St. Burial and committal services will be held in Oakland Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at the family residence, 2008 Ocean Breeze Circle, Saturday. She was born Dec. 3, 1965 to the late Rebecca Jane McElhaney. She attended Waycross High School and OTC and was devoted to her faith and kids. Mom is loved tremendously and will be missed. She passed away on Friday (April 8, 2016) after an extended illness with her family at her side. She is survived by six children, one grandchild, one sister, one brother, two nieces, one nephew, a host of cousins. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, 1100 Ossie Davis Parkway, Waycross.

MCELRATH, Beryl LeQuire McElrath (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 6 February 2019) Beryl LeQuire McElrath went peacefully to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at the age of 90. She grew up in Robbinsville, NC and was a resident of Lynn Haven, FL for the past twelve years. She was an active member of Hyland Park Baptist of Lynn Haven. She previously resided in Holly Hill, FL for 43 years. She passed away at The Fellowship Home of Brookside under the care of Halcyon hospice. She is survived by her sister Maxine Summers of Knoxville, TN; her sons and daughters-in-law Gary and Sandy McElrath of Panama City Beach; Mike and Janis McElrath of Clermont, FL; and Gordon and Leslie McElrath of Valdosta, GA; five grandchildren Timothy, Stephen, Brett, Annah, and Heather; and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, of 55 years, Glenn McElrath; sisters Lillian Cable, Delthia Jenkins, Blanche Alloway, and Rilla Edwards; and grandsons Ryan and Chris McElrath. Funeral Service will be in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, Georgia. She will be buried at Volusia Memorial Park in Ormond Beach, FL at a later date.

MCELREATH, Hubert Franklin McElreath (Abstracted from the 6 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Hubert Franklin “Frankie” McElreath, age 43, of Blackshear, died Wednesday (Sept. 5, 2018) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House following a short illness. Born Dec. 15, 1974 in Athens, GA, he moved to Bacon County as a child and was a graduate of Bacon County High School. He lived the past 25 years in Pierce County where he was a self-employed brick mason and was the former owner of Georgia Masonry. He was currently attending Emmanuel Baptist Church in Blackshear. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Lee McElreath, his paternal grandparents, Odell and June McElreath, and his maternal grandparents, Warren Taylor and Millie Dismuke. Survivors include his son, Jerry McElreath of Savannah; two daughters, Michelle Bell and Alexis Bell all of Blackshear; two granddaughters, Lakelynn Harris and Rylie Bell both of Blackshear; his mother, Linda Taylor of Blackshear; his father, Hubert Lee McElreath of Commerce; a brother, Anthony Merkle of Blackshear; a sister, Tiffany McElreath of Commerce; step-father, Shawn Crawford of Blackshear; a step-sister, Christy Crawford of Blackshear; and several other relatives. A funeral will take place Friday at Hart Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Mars Hill Cemetery in Brantley County.

MCELROY, Albert McElroy (Abstracted from the 14 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life for Albert McElroy, age 57, who died Sunday (Feb. 10, 2019) at his residence following an extended illness, will be held Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. He was a Ware County native and a 1993 graduate of Waycross High School. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He was a veteran nurse at several locations in and around Ware County. His mother, Delores McElroy, preceded him in death. He is survived by three children, Alisia McElroy Robinson, of Raeford, NC, Tamara McElroy of Sacramento, CA, Shonkeria Davis, of Goldsboro, NC; three sisters, Joyce Carter, Louella McElroy, both of Waycross, and Othelia McClendon of Charleston, SC; one brother, James McElroy of Waycross; two aunts, Doretha Mack and Louise Aikens; Rufus Mack and James McClendon, of South Carolina; a host of grandchildren, cousins, nephews, nieces and other relatives. Welch & Brinkley Mortuary is serving the family.

MCELVEEN, Cedric Abner McElveen Jr. (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, 9 February 2014) Cedric Abner “C.A.” McElveen Jr., age 63, of Perry, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2014 at his residence following an extended illness. C.A. was born May 31, 1950 in Thomasville, GA, to Cedric Abner McElveen Sr. and Doris Dasher McElveen. C.A. was of the Baptist Faith and a 1969 graduate of Taylor County High School. He worked for Buckeye as a Waste Disposal Operator for more than 10 years and was a member of the Triple Creek Hunting Club and a life member of the North American Hunting Club. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding in the woods. C.A. was preceded in death by his parents Cedric Abner McElveen Sr. and Doris Dasher McElveen. He is survived by 2 sons, Samuel J. (Jenny) McElveen, of Lee, FL, and Patrick Chad McElveen, of Perry, 1 daughter, Dori (Johnny) Hernandez, of Perry, 1 brother, Wayne (Wanda) McElveen, of Perry, 1 sister, Linda Marie (Clyde) Grantham, of Perry, 5 grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Graveside 67 services will be Thursday, February 13, 2014 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

MCELVEEN, Robert Laspyre McElveen (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Robert Laspyre McElveen, 74, of Perry, died Sunday, April 7, 2013 at his residence in Perry, FL. Robert was born February 23, 1939 in Chiefland, FL, to the late Willard and Alma (Griffis) McElveen. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Mr. McElveen was of the Assembly of God faith and he was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was a machine operator at Buckeye for 30 years and he also worked for Walmart for the past 5 years. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife of 17 years Jeri Dell (McCall) McElveen; 1 daughter Leanne Powell of Perry; 2 sons: Joseph Henry McElveen of Perry and Kay (Kam) Austin McElveen of Perry; 1 brother Willard McElveen of Gulf Hammock; 2 grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

MCELVEEN, Victoria McElveen (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 30 May 2018) Mrs. Victoria “Vicky” McElveen, age 80, passed away on May 30, 2018 at her home in Perry, FL. Vicky was born December 21, 1937 in Pikeville, KY to Jerry Spradlin and Ella Louise Hunt Spradlin. Vicky enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren and enjoyed shopping. She was a constant rock for anyone to lean on. Family was her first priority. She was a woman of faith and an active member of the First Assembly of God. Victoria was preceded in death by her husband Henry Donald McElveen and her parents Jerry and Ella Louise Spradlin. She is survived by her children Donald McElveen, Patsy McElveen, Glenda McElveen, and Sarah (Charles) Jones, and eight grandchildren, Kristopher Hunter, Joshua Carter, Kimberly McElveen, Garrett Carter, Chelsea McElveen, Sierra Eastman, Destinee McElveen, and Justin Jones, and a host of great- grandchildren. A memorial service will be Monday, June 4, 2018 at First Assembly of God. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCELWAIN, Mrs. M. C. McElwain (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 23, 1970) Mrs. M. C. McElwain, age 77, of Jennings died Wednesday in the Hamilton Memorial Hospital at Jasper. Among her survivors is a sister, Mrs. B. F. Alderman of Pinetta.

MCFADDEN, Jimmy Dwight McFadden, Sr. (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Jimmy Dwight McFadden, Sr. 56 of Boston, GA passed away at Archbold Medical Center on Friday, July 23, 2010. A graduate of Cairo High School, Thomas University, and Troy State University, he earned his masters degree in health care administration. He served honorably for twenty years in the armed forces of the United States in the U.S. Navy. He then retired and began his career as an R.O.T.C. Instructor at Cairo High School. He was a member of Bethlehem African Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. McFadden was born October 4, 1953 in Cairo, Georgia to parents, Charlie H. McFadden who preceded him in death, and Mary M. McFadden of Cairo. He married Gayle L. McFadden on December 31, 2005 in Thomasville. Survivors include his wife of Thomasville, four children, Jimmy D. McFadden , Jr of San Diego, CA, Darrell K. McFadden of Fayetteville, NC, Jennifer Lea Self of Thomasville, and Robby C. Self of Boston; and eight grandchildren. He also survived by his mother, Mary M. McFadden of Cairo, brothers, Billy G. McFadden of Warner Robbins, Charlie H. McFadden, Jr. of Hahira, a sister, Rosland Walker of Cairo, and several nieces and nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. Services will be Friday, July 30, 2010 at Bethlehem A.M.E. Church in Cairo, GA, Pallbearers will be the United States Navy Honor Guard. Interment will be in Crestview Cemetery with military honors by the United States Navy. In lieu of flowers please send memorials to Cairo High School ROTC Scholarship Fund, 455 5th street SE, Cairo, GA 39828

MCFARLAND, Joy Ann McFarland (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL 14th May 2015) Joy Ann McFarland, age 90 died peacefully surrounded by family, on April 25, 2015 at her home in Monticello, FL. She was born June 17, 1924 in Burkburnett, TX and grew up there and in Washington DC. She married the handsome Captain Jim McFarland in 1945. The couple lived in McLean, VA where he practiced as a physician and she worked as an artist. They were married for fifty six years before he passed away in 2001. Joy painted portraits, taught stitchery and restored art for the National Gallery of Art as well as the Smithsonian. Joy was proud of her artistic talents but she felt most accomplished surrounded by her large family. Joy is survived by cherished nephews, 1 niece, 3 children, 11 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. At the annual 68

Thanksgiving meal her toast was always “I am responsible for this mess!” Left to miss her are her children Merry Ann (David) Frisby of Monticello, FL; James Jerry (Veronica) McFarland of Tallahassee FL; and Robert Harris (Sheila) McFarland of Colonial Beach VA. A memorial service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church in Monticello, FL on Saturday May 30th. If you wish, in lieu of flowers you may donate to Christ Episcopal Church, Big Bend Hospice or a charity of your choice.

MCFARLAND, Ralph E. McFarland (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 15, 2008) BLACKSHEAR- Ralph Edward McFarland, 66, passed away late Monday evening (May 12, 2008) at Satilla Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. A native of Knox County, Ohio, he lived in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, for many years before moving to Blackshear in 2001. He retired from Kokosing Construction Company in Fredericktown, Ohio, after 34 years of service and was a member of the Moose Lodge in Mt. Vernon. He was also a member of Bristol Baptist Church and was a son of the late David Ralph and Beatrice Elaine Clark McFarland. He was also preceded in death by four sisters, Edith Davis, Elaine Carson, Alice Bradley and Barbara McFarland; and by two brothers, Andrew McFarland and William McFarland. Survivors include his wife, Patricia "Pat" Troutman McFarland, of Blackshear; three daughters and a son-in-law, Barbara McFarland, of Waycross, and Rosie Arowood and Adaline and Thomas Miller, all of Blackshear; two sons, John McFarland and Kevin McFarland, both of Hilliard, Fla.; four sisters and two brothers-in-law, Ethel and Charlie Reynolds, of Olive Hill, Ky., Sandra Ruhl, of Huron, Ohio, Judy and Ron Phillips, of Columbus, Ohio, and Luella Beckholt, of Fredericktown; four brothers and two sisters-in-law, Dwight and Carol McFarland, of Cardington, Ohio, Jerry McFarland and James and Sara McFarland, all of Mt. Gilead, Ohio, and Carl McFarland, of Edison, Ohio; eight grandchildren, Christina Brenneman, Johnathon Brenneman Miller, John M. McFarland, Christopher McFarland, Cody McFarland, Scott Miller, Colton Miller and Robert McFarland; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Saturday morning at 11 at Bristol Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Bristol Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday morning. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online register at www.pearsondial.com. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCFARLAND, Wash McFarland (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 3, 1967) Wash McFarland, age 56, died suddenly at his home near Cherry Lake. He was born in Madison County, son of the late Lawrence and Annie McFarland, pioneer residents of Madison County. He was a member of High Antioch AME Church and was a progressive farmer in the Cherry Lake community. Survivors are his widow, Clora McFarland of Cherry Lake; three sons, Carlos of Cherry Lake, Eulos of Jacksonville; Wash of Los Angeles, CA; two daughters, Mary Mobley of Belle Glade and Clora Honeywell of Tampa; 12 grandchildren; six sisters, Thelma McFarland and Willie Mae McFarland, both of Los Angeles, CA; Eula Van Ashley of Madison; Mamie Lou Lockard of Valdosta; Marge McFarland of Miami; Evelyn McFarland Tucker of Clyattville, GA; seven brothers, L. B. McFarland of Ousley, GA; Sim F. Wilson of Madison; A. D. Wilson of Quincy; R. B. Wilson of Jacksonville; Lugene King of Quitman; John McFarland and Willard McFarland both of Ousley, GA. Funeral services will be Sunday February 5th in High Antioch AME Church with interment in the church cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCGAHEE, I. J. McGahee (Abstracted from the December 16, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) I.J. McGahee, 88, went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday (Dec. 14, 2013) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross. He retired from SCL Railroad as an electrician after 43 years. He was the oldest living member and deacon of Calvary Baptist Church. He also served on the board of directors of Atlantic Coast Federal for 35 years. He was the son of the late Robert W. McGahee and Fannie Giddens McGahee. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Leeomia Strickland McGahee, 1 grandson, Michael McGahee, 1 brother, James McGahee, and 1 sister, Willie Mae Brannon. Survivors include 1 daughter, Patricia McGahee Huff (husband, John Terrell Huff Jr.), of Auburn, AL; 2 sons, Danny McGahee, of Jesup, and Greg McGahee (wife, Judy), of Waycross; 6 grandchildren, John I. Huff, Heather H. Cregg, Laura McGahee, Pamela Sword, Kelsey Leeann McGahee and Greg McGahee Jr.; 8 great-grandchildren, Mary Margaret Huff, Lillian Beadle Huff, Phillip Graham Cregg Jr., Lucy Leeomia Huff, Caitlyn Ann Cregg, Lindey McGahee, Kabreyanna Lee McGahee and George Michael McGahee Jr.; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCGAHEE, Irene Gibson McGahee (Abstracted from the 5 March 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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Irene Gibson McGahee, age 93, formerly of Waycross, went to be with the Lord Friday (March 2, 2018) at her residence in Brunswick. A faithful servant in the Lord, she was born June 22, 1924 in Coffee County to the late Bedell Gibson and Mattie L. Simpson Gibson. She attended school in Coffee County. She was married to the late Stewart Lee McGahee. She birthed eight children and raised them up to always acknowledge God. A lady of multiple talents, she was an excellent musician, seamtress, quilter and chef. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Leola Tripp and Bethel Reed Davis, one brother, John Quincy Gibson, and three daughters, Luberta McGahee Hawkins, Charlotte McGahee Grayson and Ruthy Lee (Baby Ruth) Gardner. She leaves to cherish her memories her children, Lucille McGahee Lowe of Jacksonville, FL, George H. McGahee of Waycross, Horace (Ella) McGahee of Brunswick, Billy Joe (Susan) McGahee of Ogden, UT, and Shellie McGahee (Sam) Gaskins of Ormond Beach, FL, one son-in-law, Author Gardner of Waycross, 27 grandchildren, 75 great- grandchildren, 20 great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members. A funeral will be Saturday at New Whitehall Community Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCGAHEE, Laura Lee McGahee (Abstracted from the 11 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Laura Lee McGahee, age 47, of Blackshear, passed away Saturday (April 8, 2017). Born in Waycross, Jan. 7, 1970, she lived in the middle Georgia area for several years before moving to Pierce County six years ago. She was a self- employed housekeeper and had also been a CNA. She loved to take care of people and so enjoyed spending time with her family. During her teenage years she played on the All-Star Basketball team for Ware County as well as sang in a gospel group. She attended Jamestown Baptist Church and First Baptist Church. She loved to sing and dance, fish, go to the beach and cook. She was preceded in death by her brother, George Michael McGahee. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Lindey and Denny Wainwright of Waycross, and Kabreyanna McGahee of Jesup, a son, Michael Thomas Jr. of Sandersville, her mother, Linda Lee Elliston of Blackshear, her father and step-mother, Danny and Patty McGahee of Jesup, her step-sister, Pam Sword- Halsey (and her wife, Stacey Sword-Halsey, of Winston-Salem, NC), a nephew, George Michael McGahee II, of Blackshear and several other relatives and friends. A memorial service for Laura will be Saturday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation. The family kindly requests that memorials be made in her memory to any drug addiction treatment facility in hopes that others will get the help they need to fight this horrible disease.

MCGALLIARD, Eunice McGalliard (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 1 December 2015) Services for Eunice McGalliard of Thomasville, are Friday, December 5, 2015, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home. Interment is in Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. McGalliard died Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at her residence. Born January 8, 1933 in Boston, GA, she was the daughter of the late James Thomas Owens and Ola Whiddon Owens. She was a retired beautician from Frank’s Coiffures in Thomasville. She married Marion McGalliard January 25, 1951 in Barwick, GA and he preceded her in death on September 7, 1986. She was a member of Dawson Street United Methodist Church and member of the American Legion and the Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Diane & Francis Arlan Binkley of Thomasville; son, Gregory Marion McGalliard of Metcalfe; son and daughter-in-law, Timothy Thomas and Lawonna McGalliard of Pine Park; grandchildren, Melanie Barber, Tabitha Barber, Chary Amanda Chapic, Justin Gregory McGalliard, Toby Key and Brad Key; 11 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Margie Ricks of Thomasville; and 3 brothers, Charles Owens, Frank Owens, Pete Owens all of Thomasville. She preceded in death by two sisters, Marian Young and Winonna Owens; and a brother J.T. Owens.

MCGALLIARD, Russell Franklin McGalliard (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 9 July 2019) Russell Franklin McGalliard, age 81, of Boston, GA passed away peacefully at his residence on July 9, 2019. Funeral Services will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest at Brock Cemetery in Vada, GA. Born in Pavo, GA to the late Russell and Julia McGalliard on June 22, 1938. He was a graduate of Boston High School in 1956, where he was a pole vaulter. Following graduation he enlisted in the US Air Force, where he served his country proudly. In 1964 he married Charlene Brock and began his 38 year career with the US Department of Agriculture. Throughout his life he loved fishing, playing guitar and the little red house. Survivors include: children, Teresa McGalliard Wilson (Bob), Tina McGalliard Phillips (Tim), grandchildren, Zack Phillips (M.E.), Robert Wilson, Jay Wilson, Anna Phillips, Amber Reynolds, great-grandchildren, Conner Phillips, Caroline Phillips, Kaylee Reynolds, Brayden Reynolds & Camden Reynolds.

MCGALLIARD, Sondra Yvonne Rogers McGalliard (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 28 July 2020)

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Sondra Yvonne Rogers McGalliard, age 83, of Thomasville, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. Mrs. McGalliard was born in Thomas County, GA, to the late James Cullen Rogers & Arminta McKinney Rogers on December 8, 1936. She was married to David Daniel McGalliard, Sr. for 51 years, who preceded her in death in 2003. She retired after working for many years at the Florida Dept of Corrections as a Secretary Specialist. She was of the Presbyterian faith. She will be truly missed by all who loved her. Survivors include, her children, Sandy M. Swords (Tim) of Monticello, FL, Cindy M. Dukes (Buddy) of Woodville, FL, Mary Lee Matzenger (Stephanie) of Fair Hope, AL, David Daniel McGalliard, Jr. (Robin) of Bradenton, FL, grandchildren, Jessie Joiner, Cole Daniel Joiner (Kayce), Cullen McKinney Roberts, Mason Yuri McGalliard, great-grandchildren, Case McKinnon Joiner, and Drew McKinney Roberts, and several nieces, nephews & cousins.

MCGALLIARD, Teresa Charlene Brock McGalliard (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 29 April 2017) On April 29, 2017 Teresa Charlene Brock McGalliard passed through the pearly gates of heaven to be in the presence of her Lord and Savior. Born in Bainbridge, GA on May 23, 1945 to the late J. G. and Merline Brock. She was raised in Cairo, GA and a graduate of Cairo High School in 1963. On April 24th, 1964, she married Russell Franklin McGalliard. They had two daughters, Teresa and Tina. On November 11, 1989, she received a heart transplant. She was given only a five percent chance of surviving one year, but miraculously survived 27, making her the longest living heart transplant patient at Emory Hospital. Because of the selfless act of organ donation, she was given time to travel the world, share her passion for cooking, and establish her restaurant called, “Simply Delicious” at the Neel House. She saw her daughters graduate, marry, five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She loved her dogs, any blooming plant, shopping, and “the little red house.” Nothing made her happier than being with her family. She always demonstrated an unquestionable, unconditional love. She was loyal and generous to all. She was a devoted wife, extraordinary mother, and an amazing Ammie. She was the rock of her family that can never be replaced. Charlene is survived by her husband of 54 years, Russell Franklin McGalliard; daughter, Teresa McGalliard (Robert) Wilson of Greenville, SC, daughter, Tina McGalliard (Tim) Phillips; grandchildren: Zack Phillips (M.E. Conner Phillips), Robert Wilson, Jay Wilson, Anna Phillips, and Amber Reynolds; great grandchild: Conner Phillips; a brother, Art Brock and many nieces and nephews. Services in the chapel of Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home, Tuesday, May 2, 2017, and graveside at Brock Cemetery in Vada, GA.

MCGARITY, Carolyn Cary McGarity (Abstracted from the 9 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Carolyn Cary McGarity, age 53, died Saturday (May 7, 2016) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House following an extended illness. She was born in Oklahoma City, OK, but lived in Waycross most of her life. She was also a former manager of Z-Way Truck Stop in Waresboro. She was a daughter of the late Richard and Billie Miller. She is survived by a daughter, Tara McGarity (Teresa Turner) of Brunswick; a son, Quentin (Jessica) Bennett of Las Vegas, NV; four grandchildren, Damien Bennett, Rhea Bennett, Alannah Bennett and Lylah Bennett; a brother, Mikey Baldwin of Atlanta; and a sister, Tomi Sue Baldwin of Tampa, FL. The family will receive friends Wednesday at Music Funeral Home. Memorialization will be by cremation.

MCGARITY, Georgia Virginia Connor McGarity (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald March 17, 2006) Funeral for Georgia Virginia Connor McGarity, 93, of Cadwell, formerly of Waycross, will be held Saturday morning at 11 at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening from 6 until 8 at the funeral home. Active pallbearers will be Jimmy Connor, Greg Steverson, Van Deal, Donald Deal, Ronnie Hickox and Chad Connor. She died Wednesday morning (March 15, 2006) at the Dublinair Health and Rehab after a short illness. She was a native of Nashville, Tenn. but had lived most of her life in Waycross. She became a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1958 when the state started training for LPN's. Before her training she was a nursing assistant. She started her career in the old hospital on State Street and then was the office nurse for Dr. Flesh, local urologist, for many years. While working at the doctor's office, she would work in the late afternoon and on the weekends at the hospital. She was active in the 8th district LPN's Association, the State of Georgia and National Federation of LPN's Association. In the late 1970's she was voted "The Best Nurse of the Year" by nurses in the state of Georgia and retired from nursing at the age of 76. Locally she worked with the American Red Cross and American Heart Association for many years and other organizations. There is no doubt that God said, "Well Done My Child." She was a lifelong member of Trinity United Methodist Church and the Mary Martha Sunday School Class. Her parents were the late Austin and Bessie Viola Eunice Connor. She was preceded in death by two sons, Robert McGarity and Joseph McGarity, one granddaughter, Shirley Gregory, two brothers, Buddy Connor and Charlie McDonald, and one sister, Jean Thrift. Survivors include one daughter, Verda Dyals, Cadwell; 11 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, several great-great- grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 71

MCGARITY, Jacqulyn Byrd Hayes McGarity (Abstracted from the September 26, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jacqulyn Byrd Hayes McGarity, age 72, of Blackshear died Thursday night (Sept. 25, 2014) after a short illness at her home with family around her. She was born in Waycross to the late William Ira and Alfreda Boyett Byrd, Sr. Mrs. McGarity was a 1961 graduate of Ware County High School. She received her LPN license from Okefenokee Technical School in Waycross. Mrs. McGarity worked at Baptist Village, Satilla Care Nursing Home, Pierce County Nursing Home, Bayview Nursing Home and retired in 1999. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert McGarity. Survivors include 4 children, Elizabeth Ann Hayes (Ted) Kendrick, Sherrie Lee Hayes (James) Griffin, Jerry Lee Hayes, Robert Ira Hayes; 6 grandchildren, William Elliott Thrift, Erica Thrift Strayhorn, William Chad Thrift, Buck Lee Herrin, Roger Lance Herrin, Caleb Locklear; 8 great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Jo (Emory) Browning, Jr. of Waycross, Willa Jean (Edward) Murphy of Blackshear, Jeanette (Downing) Bennett of Waycross; 1 brother, William Ira (Barbara) Byrd, Jr. of Waycross. She was previously married to Jerry Lee Hayes, Sr, formerly of Waycross and currently of Magnolia, TX; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Tuesday in Oakland Cemetery. Memorialization is by cremation. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCGARITY, Robert Maynard McGarity Jr. (Abstracted from the 23 February 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert Maynard McGarity Jr. passed away Sunday (Feb. 21, 2016) at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, LA. He is survived by his loving wife, Terry Rene McGarity, of Baton Rouge; Michael Davis Armstrong, of Walker, LA, sisters, Paula (Frank) Dean, Judy (Charlie) Corbitt, Jeanine (Danny) Jordan, and Rhonda (Stanley) Sandiford; brothers, Lester Calvin McGarity of Waycross, and Gary McGarity. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Maynard McGarity Sr. and Betty Jean McGarity and his grandparents Joseph and Virginia McGarity, and Viola and Red Simpkins. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospice (The Carpenter House), www.StJosephHospiceFoundation.org

MCGAUGHY, William McGaughy (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 8 January 2021) William "Billy" McGaughy, age 75, of Thomasville, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Mr. McGaughy was born in Birmingham, AL to the late William Samuel McGaughy & Grace Bembry McGaughy on January 3, 1945. He earned a Bachelor's Degree and was a member of the U.S. Navy. He worked for the U.S. Dept. of Veteran's Affairs where he retired. Survivors include; children, Corey McGaughy (Jenni) of Spencerville, OH, Sherolyn West (James) of Pelham, GA, and Sandra Higginbotham of Wapakoneta, OH, grandchildren, Abbie, Allie, and Connor McGaughy of Spencerville, OH, and Layne Higginbotham of Wapakoneta, OH, sister, Kimberly Cavallari and brother, Joseph McGaughy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David Styles.

MCGAULEY, Alton McGauley (Abstracted from the 10 December 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Alton McGauley, age 73, of Waycross, departed this life peacefully Sunday (Dec. 6, 2015) at the Waycross Health and Rehabilitation, 1910 Dorothy St., Waycross. The funeral will be Saturday in the sanctuary of New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. The cortege will assemble at the home of Essie Hand, 1238 Folks St., Waycross, Saturday. Burial will take place in the Oakland Cemetery. He was born in Hortense (Brantley County) Aug. 2, 1942, to the late Fred and Effie White McGauley. “Duck,” as he was called, was the youngest of 14 children. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Louise Edwards, Ruby Neal, Beatrice Nails and Sadie Bell, four brothers, Thomas McGauley, Eugene McGauley, Willie B. McGauley and Fred McGauley Jr. He grew up in Waycross and was a graduate of Center High School in the class of 1960. At an early age, he accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and joined New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. After graduating from high school, he relocated to Washington, DC, where he was a worker in many capacities such as a tourist driver, delivery driver for the Washington Post and mobile tours service from which he retired. He also worked in Detroit, MI, and Jacksonville, FL, before returning to Waycross. He continued to work after retirement at the Ware County Board of Education and Waycross Molded Company as a security officer. He continued his faithful membership at New Mt. Pleasant serving as a member of the No. 2 choir, male chorus and the Sunday school class. He shared his beautiful voice with his cousins, the McGauley Singers, as well as the Alma Male Chorus and the Holy Lights. Left to cherish his memories are a loving daughter, Wanda McGauley (Joseph) Aiken of Brunswick; five siblings, Essie Hand of Waycross, Alberta McGauley of Youngstown, OH, Vernelle Brown and Marie (Quincey) Daniels, both of Blackshear, Ola (Henry) Ray of Detroit, MI; granddaughter, Nakia McGauley Perry; great- grandchildren, Nyisha Monea Perry, Isaiah Perry, Nevaeh Norton; adopted sister and brother, Wilhelmenia Seays and David Kirby; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Rainge Memorial Chapel, Inc. is in charge of all of the arrangements. 72

MCGAULEY, Annette Marie Brickle McGauley (Abstracted from the 18 July 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A life well lived came to a close Monday (July 15, 2019) as Annette Marie Brickle McGauley went home to be with her Lord at Memorial Satilla Health, Waycross. She was born to the union of the late Aaron Brickle and Frances Chance Brickle in Tampa, FL, July 16, 1942. She was the younger of two children. After the passing of her mother when she was six months old, her father married Frances Ruth Brickle, of Millwood, who raised Annette as her own. In 1957, she met the love of her life, James Donell McGauley, at the Paradise Café on Oak Street in Waycross. The song that was playing the moment they met is the song that became their anthem. The name of that song is “Darling, You Send Me” by Sam Cooke. On March 13, 1964, she married James and to this union, four children were born, James Jr., Renae, Steven and Delano. She received her education from the Waycross School System and graduated from Center High School in 1962. She became a Christian at an early age and joined Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church. She served in the Junior and Senior Choir and was a faithful member of Carter’s Interdenominational Mass. She later joined Piney Freewill Baptist Church where she served as deaconess. She also served on the senior usher board, senior mission and as president of the kitchen committee. She served as founding president of the McGauley Family Choir which was established in 1996. She was a member of the Ida Mae Chapter 229, Order of the Easter Star, Prince Hall Jurisdiction of Georgia, where served as Worthy Matron and treasurer. She played basketball on the Center High girls basketball team and was a majorette in the Center High Tiger Marching Band. She later joined the Blackshear Recreation Softball League where she played for Blackshear Apparel softball. She was employed at King Edward Cigar Factory for 20-plus years where she remained until retirement. She loved to travel and support her children and grandchildren in various school activities. She was a faithful supporter of the Pierce County Sound of Silver Marching Band. She loved watching westerns. Her favorite television show was Walker Texas Ranger. On the morning of July 15, 2019, God, who is infinite in wisdom and mercy, received Annette home. She leaves to cherish fond memories, her husband of 55 years, James Donell McGauley Sr.; children, James Donell (Pamela) McGauley Jr., Waycross, and Steven Terrell (Sophia) McGauley, Cecelia Renae (Samuel) Sellers and Delano Tayana (Willie) Mobley, all of Blackshear; sibling, James Chance, New York, NY; brother and sisters-in-law, Marion (Terrie) McGauley, Jimmy (Lisa) McGauley, Belinda (Cecil) Jones and Edmund T. McGauley, all of Blackshear, Bobbie Jean Pope of Goulds, FL, and Debra (Leonard) Gallashaw, of Waycross; 14 grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. The funeral will be at Church of Christ Written in Heaven, 617 Blackwell St., Waycross.

MCGAULEY, Kayden River McGauley (Abstracted from the 3 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Kayden River McGauley, precious baby boy of Chucular “Chuck” McGauley Jr. and Shakira Brown McGauley, was received in the arms of the angels of the Lord Monday (Jan. 30, 2017). He was greeted in heaven by his maternal nana, Sylvia Wesley Conaway, maternal great-grandfather, Eugene Wesley Sr., and maternal great-grandmother, Verndell Wilson Brown, and paternal great- grandfather, Freddie Murchinson Sr. In addition to his parents he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Louise Murchinson (Benny); maternal grandparents, Frederick Anson Brown (Desiree); paternal great-grandmother, Alice Murchinson; maternal great-grandmother, Elouise Wesley; maternal great-grandfather, Elijah Brown; aunts, Latanya Brown Jackson (Javon), Amanda Moody (Jeffery), Leslie Paytee (Kent), Kelly McGauley (Wayne); uncle, Quashawn Conaway; great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins. The family is receiving friends at 1007 Holly St., Blackshear. A graveside service will be held Saturday at Taylor Chapel Cemetery, Millwood. Rainge Memorial Chapel is in charge of the service.

MCGAULEY, Mary Helen McGauley (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 18, 2005) Mary Helen McGauley was born Aug. 28, 1907 in Blackshear to the late Charles and Sarah Lane. She was the baby girl of 11 children. She attended public school in Pierce County. Mary met and united in Holy Matrimony to the late Major McGauley Sr. in February 1923. To this union 18 children was born. Mary joined and became a faithful member of Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church. She was a member of the Senior Choir until becoming ill in 1998. She was a member of the Eastern Star. She was also a member of the motherboard, usher board, a Sunday school teacher and the senior choir treasurer of Piney Grove. She was the oldest living member at Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church. She retired after 78 years as housekeeper. Her last employer was the family of Lucy Lee Summerall, 1985. Mary had a warm, yet honest personality. she always tried to help anyone in need. She was preceded in death by husband Major McGauley Sr.; four sons, Charles Omega McGauley, Harold Ed Mon McGauley, Lee Henry McGauley and Major McGauley Jr.; three daughters, Margaret Susie Jackson, Anne Marie Whitehead and Carnell McGauley; two sons-in-law, Thomas Wesley and E.J. Jackson. As she slipped away, in so leaving us behind, she crossed into the other side. She leaves those to morn, four sons, Johnell (Marvell) McGauley of Merced, Calif., Nathaniel (Elden) McGauley of Blackshear, Dewey McGauley of Miami, Fla. and Simon (Elizabeth) McGauley of Huntsville, Ala.; four daughters, Mae Pearl 73

Birchman of Atlanta, Georgia Eloise Jefferson of Waycross, Martha Steward of Atlanta and Gloria Wesley of Waycross; two daughters-in-law, Evlen McGauley of Blackshear and Lethe McGauley of Houston, Texas; grandchildren, great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; great-great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, church family and friends. A funeral will be held Saturday at the Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church at 1 p.m. Burial will follow in the Nunn Cemetery in Pierce County. There will be a wake service at the Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church tonight in Blackshear from 6 to 8. Perry Brothers Funeral Home of Waycross is in charge of arrangements.

MCGEE, Annie Nunn McGee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 19, 1971) Annie Nunn McGee, age 85, died Saturday in the hospital at Madison after a brief illness. She was born in Hamilton County but had lived in Live Oak for most of her life. She was the wife of the late Sam McGee. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. John C. Mathis of Madison and Mrs. Fred W. Cannon of Venice, FL; and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday at Harris Funeral Home in Live Oak with interment in Live Oak Cemetery.

MCGEE, Bobby McGee (Abstracted from the 30 August 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Bobby McGee, age 65, of Glenwood, GA, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at Emory Hospital following an extended illness. Mr. McGee was born on October 31, 1950, in Douglas, GA, to the late Roy S. McGee and Mary Edna Johnson McGee. Mr. McGee was a retired U.S. Coast Guard veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. He was a member of the Glenwood Masonic Lodge #479. Survivors include his wife, Margaret McGee of Glenwood, GA; 2 daughters, Samantha (Ron) Wilkinson of Glenwood, GA, and Courtney (Josh) Locke of Hiram, GA; son, Roy A. (Marie) McGee of Glenwood, GA; sister, Brenda (Fred) Hall of Jackson, GA; 8 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Sunday, August 28, 2016, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Cumorah Cemetery.

MCGEE, Darrell Lamont McGee – death announcement (Abstracted from John Bullard 14 May 2020) Darrell Lamont McGee departed this life Monday, May 11, 2020. A private graveside service will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 394 NW Meeting Ave, Madison, Florida. Services by Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home 850-973-6666.

MCGEE, Genetha Williams McGee (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 3 June 2018) Genetha Williams McGee departed this life Wednesday, May 30, 2018. A Home going Celebration will be Friday, June 8, 2018 at Jeslamb A.M.E. Church, 185 NE Almond Ave, Madison, Florida.

MCGEE, Glenn Robert McGee (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Glenn Robert McGee, age 73, of Hahira, GA passed away on Friday, July 11, 2014 at Cook Medical Center in Adel, GA. He was born on November 20, 1940 in Nashville GA, to Leon Curtis & Daisy (Jefferson) McGee. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn (Harnage) McGee and son, Morris McGee. His survivors include his 1 son & daughter-in-law, John & Inez McGee of Hahira, GA; grandchildren, Jennifer (Denny) Marchessault, Brianna Backensto, and Olivia McGee; great-grandchildren, Autumn, Austin and Corbin Marchessault; 1 brother, Leon "LC" McGee of Valdosta, GA; numerous nieces, nephews & extended family members. Funeral services will be Monday, July 14, 2014 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the McGee family.

MCGEE, Joe McGee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 3, 1958) Joe McGee, 54 year-old colored man was found dead in his automobile bogged down in a hole on the West Farm Road about a mile East of Madison Wednesday. Sheriff Moore said McGee and two women, Hannah Hawkins and Miller Lester, left town around midnight to go to a watch night service at a church several miles further out on the road, when the car bogged down and the women got out and came back to Madison for help. When held arrives McGee was nowhere to be seen and the car was abandoned until morning when it was discovered that McGee’s body was slumped down in the front seat. Sheriff Moore said medical examination revealed the man had died of a heart attack, while his companions had gone for aid.

MCGEE, Lottie McCoy McGee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 19, 1969) 74

Lottie McCoy McGee, age 54, died very suddenly Tuesday December 16th at her home. She was a member of Mount Nebo A.M.E. Church and Pallbearer Lodge No. 20. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Bill McGee of Madison; three sons, Andrew, Jessie and William McGee all of Madison; one daughter, Mrs. Geraldine Adams of Madison; her mother, Mrs. Leila Mayhue of Madison; one brother, Henry McCoy of Winter Haven; one sister, Mrs. Charlotte Fudge of Madison, six grandchildren and a number of other relatives. Funeral services will be Saturday at Beggs Horry Street Chapel with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCGEE, Nelliophay McGee (Abstracted from the June 16, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Nelliophay McGee, age 88, died Saturday (June 14, 2014) at Hollyhill Nursing Home in Valdosta, following an extended illness. She was born in Beach, but she lived most of her life in West Palm Beach, FL, and for 12 years she lived in Waycross before going to the nursing home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leaston McGee, a daughter, Sandy Elaine McGee, two sons, Steve McGee and Larry McGee, her parents, Leonard Turner and Isabell Lee Turner, a sister, Virue Bennett, and four brothers, English McQuaig, Loy McQuaig, Luther Q. McQuaig and L. W. Turner. She was a self-employed caregiver and was a member of Whitehall Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include 1 daughter, Leslie Faye (Ray) Padgett, of Lake Park; 1 son, Gerald (Lynda) McGee, of Blairsville; 7 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Rosa Lee King, of Dixie Union; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Tuesday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery.

MCGEE, Pal McGee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 4, 1951) Pal McGee, aged colored man who lived on the Coffee Place died last Friday. Funeral services were held Tuesday.

MCGEE, Reatha Lipscomb McGee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 7, 1966) Reatha Lipscomb McGee, age 54, colored, age 54, died October 4th. Funeral services will by October 8th at Pineland Missionary Baptist Church.

MCGEE, Sam McGee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 23, 1968) Sam McGee, age 77, of Live Oak, died Thursday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John C. Mathis, here in Madison after a long illness. He was born in Hamilton County, but had lived most of his life in Live Oak where he was engaged in the blacksmith business. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie McGee of Live Oak; two daughters, Mrs. John C. Mathis of Madison; and Mrs. Fred W. Cannon of North Fort Charlotte, FL and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday at Harris Funeral Home in Live Oak with interment in Live Oak City Cemetery.

MCGHEE, Eloise McGhee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 28, 1958) Eloise McGhee, three months old child of Samuel and Lola McGhee, died from apparent suffocation at her home Sunday morning. Graveside services were held Monday in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCGHEE, John Alfred McGhee, Sr. (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, September 11, 2013 Mr. John Alfred “Mac” McGhee, Sr., 74, passed away Friday, September 6, 2013 in the South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, following an extended illness. Mr. McGhee, was born April 7, 1939 in Washington, DC to the late Aaron O’Neal McGhee, Sr. and Dorothy Marie Evans McGhee. He was a self-employed mechanic and was a member of the Trinity Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Louise Shaver McGhee; 3 sons, John Alfred McGhee, Jr., Thomas Edward McGhee, William Mac Daniel O’Neal McGhee; 1 daughter, Mary Marie McGhee; one sister, Alice Jacobs. Survivors are 3 daughters, Rosemary Marie McGhee of Homerville, Eva Catherine McGhee and Donny Shreve of Vincennes, IN and Samajun Edith McGhee Wiggins and Dewayne Smith of Homerville; 1 son, Elton Potter McGhee of New Mexico; 2-daughters-in-law, Holly Alvord of Vincennes, IN and Toby McGhee of Sarasota, FL; 3 sisters, Sandy Merino and Patty Yarwig of Virginia and Shirley Wheeler of Colorado; one brother, John D. McGhee of Virginia; 29 grandchildren, Joseph F. and Sarah A. Walker, Jr., Aaron O. and Tanya W. Walker, John and Crystal Walker, Edwin D. and Kelly Walker, Jason A. Taylor, Niki Hanner, Jesse James McGhee, Emma Kearnes, Bobby James McGhee, Mikeal Tyler Wiggins, Catherine Shreve, all of Homerville, John A. and Andrea McGhee, III, Sara McGhee, Thomas, J.C. McGhee, Mary J. Wiggins, John A. Young, Ellen A. Young, James Robarts, David Mac Young, Angel Reinhardt, Britteny Young, all of Florida, Crystalyn M. McGhee, Donnie Jay Shreve, Jr. Liva McGhee, Jason Alvord, Shannon Alvord and 75

Pete Troy McGhee all of Indiana; 28 great-grandchildren and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial services for Mr. McGhee will be held Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013 at the Trinity Baptist Church. Memorialization will be by cremation. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the family in care of Roundtree Funeral Home, P.O. Box 301, Homerville, GA 31634 to help defray funeral expenses. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCGHIN, Kathleen P. McGhin (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida February 14, 2011) Kathleen P. McGhin, 84, of Valdosta passed away on February 12, 2011 at home surrounded by her family. Mrs. McGhin was born on November 25, 1926 in Hamilton County, Florida to the late Leslie and Lillian Peeples. She was a member of the Northside Baptist Church and the co-owner of Learning Tree Educational Resources, Inc. She graduated from Jasper High School and then attended Massey Business School in Jacksonville while working for Pillsbury Mills and the Federal Reserve Bank. On December 26, 1947 she married the late Cleon McGhin and they moved to Valdosta in 1957 where she worked as a bookkeeper for J. C. Parrish Finance. In 1969 the couple returned to Jasper where Mrs. McGhin served as legal secretary to Judge Arvel Drury. In 1979 they returned back to Valdosta to work with their son in establishing Learning Tree. Mrs. McGhin was active in the day-to- day operation and financial management of the business of 2008. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Robin and Janie McGhin, granddaughter and her husband, Amanda and Alan Sanderson, grandson and his wife, Rob and Crystal McGhin, three great grandchildren, Mary Kate Sanderson, Austin (Bud) Sanderson and Carter McGhin all of Valdosta, her sister, Lillian Peeples Watson of Lakeland, FL, sisters in law, Miriam McGhin Bullard Butler of Eastman and Laverne McCall Newbern of Jasper, FL, many wonderful nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous treasured members of her Learning Tree Family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleon McGhin, brothers, Glenn McCall and Roderick Peeples and sister, Muriel McCall Moore. Funeral services will be held at 1pm, Wednesday, February 16, 2011 in the chapel of Carson McLane Funeral Home with the Rev. Ross Hudson officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery in Jasper, Florida. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Northside Baptist Church, 200 E. Park Ave., Valdosta, GA 31602 or to St. John Catholic School, 800 Gornto Road, Valdosta, GA 31602. Condolences to the family may be conveyed online at www.mclanefuneralservices.com. Carson McLane Funeral Home

MCGILL, Dorothy McGill (Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate January 25th, 2012) Dorothy “Dot” McGill, 83, of Lakeland passed away at her residence Tuesday, January 17, 2012. She was born January 20, 1928 in Lanier County, GA to the late Gordon Cribbs, and Bessie Lightsey Cribbs. She was Baptist by faith and enjoyed her flowers and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alton McGill. Survivors include: 2 sons and daughter-in-laws Lester & Shirley Lindsey, Jr. of Lakeland and Wesley “Buddy” and Donna McGill of Lakeland; 3 grandchildren: Bryan McGill, Jennifer Lindsey, and Danny & Maggie McGill, 7 great grandchildren, and 1 niece Navada Gaskins of Waynesboro. Graveside services were Thursday, January 19, 2012 at Pleasant Cemetery in Berrien County GA. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the family.

MCGILL, John McGill (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 4, 1941) Our community was sad when we learned of the death of Mr. John McGill. He was laid to rest at Cherry Lake. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones.

MCGILL, Mary Elizabeth Smith Bailey McGill (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 15, 1950) Mary Elizabeth McGill died at her home at Cherry Lake after a prolonged illness at the age of 88 years and 2 months. She was born of a pioneer family of Madison County on October 3, 1862. When she was a young woman she married Fed Bailey. He passed away many years ago. Later she married R. A. McGill, who preceded her in death a few years ago. She is survived by three children, Mrs. J. E. Wright, of Madison, Mrs. E. L. Keeling, of Pinetta and W. C. Bailey, of Cherry Lake; two sisters, Mrs. R. V. Brooks and Miss Cora Smith, one brother C. Duncan Smith, of Madison; twelve grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren and one-great-great grandchild. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday in the home with interment mad in Oak Ridge cemetery.

MCGILL, Robert A. McGill (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 16, 1946) Robert A. McGill died early Thursday morning, August 15, at the home of Mr. W. C. Bailey in Cherry Lake. Mr. McGill was 76 years and 9 months old. He is survived by his wife and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at the home 76 of Mr. W. C. Bailey at Cherry Lake Friday afternoon, August 16. Interment will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison immediately following the services.

MCGILL, Steve Lamar McGill (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 10 January 2020) Steve Lamar McGill, age 60, of Lakeland passed away Friday, January 10, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Steve was born June 19, 1960 in Hahira, to the late Lawton H. and Beatrice Sumner McGill. He was a Manager in the Meat Department at Harvey's Super market for many years. Survivors include loving wife of 39 years Carol Fender McGill of Lakeland, GA, daughter & son-in-law: Brandy & Mac Howell of Lakeland, GA, son & daughter-in-law: Chad & Katie McGill of Nashville, GA, grandchildren; Chloe Kelley, Autumn Harrell, Bella & Conner Howell, Alex McGill, Jacoby McGill, Abigail Rollins; Sisters, Ann & Larry Raines of Hahira, GA, Doris & A.C. Stone of Valdosta, GA, brother & sister-in-law: Buddy & Ann McGill of Adel, GA; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Funeral services will be in the chapel of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland and burial to follow in Westview cemetery in Nashville, GA.

MCGILL, Thomas Wesley McGill (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 2 December 2016) Thomas Wesley "Buddy" McGill, age 66, of Lakeland passed away Friday, December 2, 2016 in South Georgia Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born on September 3, 1950 to the late Alton & Dot (Cribbs) McGill. He was a retired CMSgt from the United States Air Force serving over 22 years. Following retirement he worked with the Civil Service for over 18 years. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Donna McGill of Lakeland, GA; sons & daughters-in-law: Bryan McGill of Nashville, GA; Danny & Maggie McGill of Lakeland, GA; step sons & daughter-in-law: Andy & Lori Johnston of Macclenny, FL; Don Johnston & Jorge Diaz of Miami, FL; step daughter & son-in-law: Michelle & Michael Rowe of Monticello, FL; 7 grandchildren: Wesley McGill, Gracie McGill, Hanna Johnston, Riley Rowe, Alyssa Fligg, Ryan Fligg & Jacob Anderson; his father-in-law, Don C. Price of Tallahassee, FL and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be Tuesday, December 6, 2016 in the MeadowWood Memorial Park, 700 Timberlane Rd., Tallahassee, FL where full military honors will be rendered. Mr. McGill's family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

MCGINNIS, William Buell McGinnis (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 5, 1964) William Buell McGinnis of Greensboro, GA passed away an Atlanta hospital Thursday May 28th following an extended illness. He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Mildred Tate of this city.

MCGLAMERY, Linda Joyce McGlamery (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 4 October 2020) With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Linda Joyce McGlamery who passed away on October 4, 2020. She was a loving, devoted mother and friend to all those whose lives she touched. Linda was born on May 25, 1950 in Nashville, GA to the late Ima Jean (Ray) and Curtis Jefferson Beck. She attended Berrien County Schools, Valdosta High School and Wiregrass Technical College. She received her cosmetology degree and Commercial Truck Driver License. She had many trades that include, accounting assistant, florist and caregiver. Linda was a dedicated mother and treasured her children and embraced every moment with them but also loved her role as Poohma / Nina to her grandchildren. Linda was a huge Elvis Presley Fan and lover of anything pink, black or cheetah print. She didn’t believe in selling or throwing anything away so she leaves behind a hell of a lot of stuff to her sons and daughter who have no idea what to do with it. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Angelica Rubio and brother, Ray Beck. Survivors include her children: Omar McGlamery and wife, Enid of Valdosta, GA, Antonio Rubio of Deering, GA, Angelia Rubio of Nashville, GA; grandchildren: Quin McGlamery, Zain McGlamery, Jayden Johnson, Khaliah Johnson, Nevaeh-Rayne Rubio; and brother: Tony Beck of Nashville, TN. Services for Linda will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 in the Ray City First Baptist Church. Linda was told the service was going to be at 10:30 AM because she was always late so we should be starting the service on time. The burial will follow in Beaver Dam Cemetery. The McGlamery family is being served by the staff at Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

MCGOVERN, Lorraine Mancil McGovern (Abstracted from the 7 August 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Lorraine Mancil McGovern, age 95, of Willacoochee, GA, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2017, at Shady Acres Health and Rehab in Douglas, GA, following an extended illness. A native of Atkinson County, Mrs. McGovern was born April 6, l922, daughter of Willie and Lilly Summerlin Mancil. She had made her home in the Willacoochee area for most of her life. She was a homemaker and loved to work in her yard, especially her flower gardens. She was a longtime member of Sunnyside Freewill 77

Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry McGovern, two sons, Tom McGovern and Willie McGovern, a granddaughter, Gina McGovern and a great grandson, Dustin Taylor. Survivors include 2 daughters: Edwina (Gary) Taylor of Brunswick, GA, and Linda Stapleton of Douglas, GA; 10 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. McGovern were Friday, July 7, 2017, at Sunnyside Freewill Baptist Church. The interment followed in the Sunnyside Church Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

MCGOWAN, Dorothy Moody McGowan (Abstracted from the 4 June 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dorothy Moody McGowan, age 87, went to be with the Lord Tuesday (June 2, 2015) at her home in Waycross. She was born May 19, 1928, the second of three daughters to the late Francis and Rueben Martin. She was raised in Waycross. She met the late Calvin C. Moody and they wed on May 31, 1946. They were blessed with three devoted children, Larry, Lannis and Jayne. They purchased four cows, which were kept in her family’s barn from which Moody’s Dairy was born. As Moody’s Dairy grew, Dorothy and Calvin purchased their first farm in 1951 and moved the dairy operation to the Jamestown community. Along with the move to Jamestown, they became members of Jamestown Baptist Church, her church home for more than 50 years. After Calvin suffered a heart attack in 1967, she and her children kept the dairy operating. In 1970, she met and wed Oscar W. McGowan. They were permanent fixtures at Jamestown Baptist Church, teaching Sunday school and attending prayer meetings every time the doors were open. She entered another chapter of her life when Oscar passed away in 1996. A sister, Marie Prickett, preceded Dorothy in death. She is survived by 1 daughter Jayne Moody Murray, of Colleyville, TX; 2 sons, Larry (Joyce S.) Moody of Waycross; and Lannis (Angie M.) Moody of Waycross; 8 grandchildren, Candice Moody Rice of Waycross; Calvin (Heidi) Moody of Valdosta; Sydne (Macolm) Smith of Atlanta; Cassidy (Lee) Carter of Rome; Kager Moody of Waycross; Taylor Murray of Miami, FL; Richard Paul Murray of Hattiesburg, MS; and Rachel Murray of New Orleans, LA; 4 great-grandchildren, Cash Rice, Rebecca Moody, Catherine Moody and Ellie Smith; and 1 sister Betty Sue Stephens, as well as many nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday at Jamestown Baptist Church. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCGOWAN, Richard Roland McGowan (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 24 July 2020) Mr. Richard Roland McGowan, age 81, passed away on July 24, 2020 in Perry, FL. Richard was born August 25, 1938 in Tampa, FL to Mr. John Carl McGowan and Mrs. Ruth Emma Schmidt McGowan. Richard honorably served our country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and spending time with his family. Richard was preceded in death by his parents Ruth Emma Schmidt and John Carl McGowan, a brother Raymond McGowan, a sister Barbara Fudge, and a son Jerald Thomas McGowan. He is survived by his wife of 44 years Oleita McGowan; sons Richard R. McGowan Jr, John Charles McGowan, and Martin Brown, Robert Brown, daughters Susan Joyce Estrada, Donna Jean Brunett, Cindy Levengood, and Charlotte R. Martinez, numerous grand and great grandchildren, a brother Jerry McGowan, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be at Sandhill Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCGRAW, Dorothy McGraw (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 14 October 2018) Dorothy McGraw, age 92, of Valdosta, GA passed away Sunday, October 14, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on February 1, 1926 in Cairo, GA to the late Leonard and Bessie (Cooper) Thompson. She was retired from Pardons and Paroles with the State of Georgia Department of Correction. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her son, Gregg McGraw, grandson, Ray McGraw, and sister, Marjorie Marsh. Survivors include 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Ray and Bobbi McGraw of Valdosta, GA, William H. and Kathy McGraw of Lake Park, GA; 4 grandchildren: Michael McGraw, Allison Kumpik (John), Leigh Wise (Brad), and Greg Duff; 3 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Beth Thompson of Cairo, GA; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral service will be Thursday, October 18, 2018 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery.

MCGRAW, Edward Walker McGraw III (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Edward Walker McGraw III, 33, of Perry, FL passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at his residence. Mr. McGraw was born December 18, 1979 in Miami, FL, to Edward and Karren (Ladomirak) McGraw Jr. Mr. McGraw worked as a pressman at Chemring Ordinance in Taylor County. He will be remembered for being generous, having a big heart, and his willingness to help others. In his spare time he enjoyed building mud trucks and mudding. He is survived by his parents, Edward Walker McGraw Jr. and Karren Ruth McGraw, of Perry, his sister, Julie McGraw Martin, and husband Francis, of Port St. Lucie, FL, a niece 78

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MCGRAW, Eula Morgan McGraw (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 28 August 2018) A memorial service for Eula Morgan McGraw, who passed away on August 28, 2018, will be held on Saturday, September 8th at the First Presbyterian Church, Thomasville, GA. Born October 2, 1922 in Woodbury, Meriwether County, GA she was the daughter of Brady Morgan and Myra Knight Morgan. She graduated from Meriwether County High School, West Georgia College and the Georgia State College for Women in Milledgeville, GA. She was married to Royal A. McGraw, Jr. on May 22, 1944. He preceded her in death on June 9, 2004 after 60 years of marriage. She is survived by her four children: Rhoda Jane McGraw of Paris, France; Royal Alfred McGraw, III of Athens, GA; Joseph Thomas (Peggy) McGraw of Thomasville, GA; and Sarah Elizabeth (John) Hiott of York, SC; seven grandchildren: Sarah McGraw (Ryan) DiCrescenzo of Olympia, WA; Royal A. (Allison Holloway) McGraw, IV of San Carlos, CA; Myra Hiott (George) Chapman of Staunton, VA; Joseph Thomas McGraw, Jr., of Sitka, AK; John Hiott, Jr. of York, SC; Madeleine McGraw (Joshua) Bodiford of Thomasville, GA; and Amanda Ruth (Brandon Deas) Hiott of York, SC; and four great-grandchildren: Simon DiCrescenzo and Morgan DiCrescenzo of Olympia, WA; Dylan Rose Bodiford of Thomasville, GA; and Elizabeth Ruth Hiott of York, SC. She served as a teacher in Thomaston, GA; Austell, GA; Little Silver, NJ; and for 26 years in the Thomasville City School system. She was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church, Thomasville, GA and the Daughters of the American Revolution. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Thomas County Public Library.

MCGREEHAN, Joseph McGreehan Jr. (Abstracted from the March 13, 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Joseph McGreehan Jr., age 92, of Waycross, died early Thursday (March 12, 2015) at the Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville after an extended illness. He was born in Johnstown, PA, to the late Joseph McGreehan Sr. and Winifred Baer McGreehan. During World War II he served in the United States Army’s 97th Infantry Division in Germany and Japan. He retired in 1982 from Bethlehem Steel Corporation where he worked as the chief clerk in the Environmental Control Department. He moved to Waycross in June 2004. In Johnstown he was a member of Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church. In Waycross he was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church where he was active in the Chancel Choir, Keenagers, Keenagers Choir and the John Wesley Sunday School Class. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Eileen McGreehan, a granddaughter, Morgan Bradham, and a brother, Edward McGreehan. He is survived by 3 children, Donald (Sharyn) McGreehan of Chase, MI, David (Marie) McGreehan, of Johnstown, PA, Amy (Dan) Bradham, of Waycross; 6 grandchildren, Jennifer (Mark) Hirdning, Anna McGreehan, Erin (Don) Hinton, Kelly (Michael) Yettaw, John McGreehan, Drew (Kelly) Bradham; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Eugene (Regina) McGreehan, of Virginia Beach, VA; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Monday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home in Waycross. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, “Building Fund,” 1005 Church St., Waycross, GA 31501.

MCGREGOR, Roy Madison McGregor (Abstracted from the 7 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Roy Madison McGregor, age 99, of Waycross, died Saturday (March 5, 2016) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after a brief illness. He was born in Macon, son of the late James Madison McGregor and Edith Hoge McGregor. Raised in Lumber City, he moved to Waycross in 1937 after taking a job with Atlantic Coastline Railroad. He made his home in Waycross ever since. He worked as an engineer for more than 40 years before his retirement in 1981. He served in United States Air Force during World War II. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Waycross. At the age of 96, he wrote and had published a book entitled, “Head O’Steam,” about his time with the railroad and his early childhood in Lumber City. Two of his great passions in life were big band music and ballroom dancing. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Howard Hoge McGregor, James Wilson McGregor, and three sisters, Helen Elizabeth Fogle, Mary Edith Parker and Anna Laura McGregor. He is survived by six nieces and nephews, Stephen McGregor (Cheryl) Fogle of Dallas, TX, Richard Mark (Linda) Fogle of Colleyville, TX, Pamela Parker (Fred) Grote of Pittsfield, IL, Peggy Parker (Greg) Goodner of Jonesboro, AR, Anna McGregor Brice of Albany, Howard (Lilly) McGregor of Valdosta; and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Tuesday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery in Lumber City. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

MCGRIFF, Willie Frank McGriff (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 10 July 2020)

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Willie Frank McGriff was born January 24, 1925 (recorded birth date, January 16, 1925) to Frank H. and Martha Ann McGriff in Gadsden County. He lived most of his life in Syracuse, NY where he was affectionately known as “Griff”. Willie Frank gave his life to Christ at an early age at St. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Calvary, GA. He attended the public schools of Gadsden County. He moved from Florida to Syracuse, NY as a young man and worked at General Electric for 33 years and 8 month as a Floor Supervisor and Trainer. He had several other jobs throughout his life. He moved back to Tallahassee in September of 2016. He enjoyed fishing, and was willing and ready to go many, many miles for his family and friends. He was impatient at times; just couldn’t wait to see his kin; laughing loudly and always happy to make everyone cheer. Life-long stories from the age of two he told so dear. Indeed, we were glad he was here with us. Willie Frank was very energetic, self-educated and that’s an A+. He also was frankly open and honest about his thoughts and feelings. He remembered birth dates, family history and some of his dealings; always anxious, couldn’t wait to express his views. He never was lost for words; ready to join in on all clues; and would ask that you keep his family and friends in your prayers. On Friday, July 10, 2020, God Almighty summoned Willie Frank Home for his eternal rest. He leaves to cherish his loving memories, his daughters: Evelyn McGriff and Karen McGriff-Mitchell and Althea Clarkson; surrogate daughter: Tara (Allen) Dickey, all of Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren: Sharonda Mickens, Jacksonville, FL, Tameka Mickens, Port St. Lucie, FL, LaQuintin (Stephanie) McGriff and Simone Clark, both of Tallahassee, FL; eight great- grandchildren; sisters: Corrine Herring, Concord, FL, Mattie Patterson, Tallahassee, FL; brother: Jesse McGriff of Concord, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Willie Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Frank H. and Martha Ann McGriff; sisters, Ella Gaines, Annie Lou and Gennie Ann Belford; and brothers, KC, Albert, Dock Phillip and Pleas McGriff.

MCGUIRE, Barbara Joyce McGuire (Abstracted from the 6 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Barbara Joyce McGuire, age 72, died Saturday (Feb. 4, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health System of Waycross after a brief illness. She was a native of Abbeville, but she resided in Baxley several years before moving to Waycross with her daughter. She was a homemaker and member of Sand Hill Creek Baptist Church in Baxley. She was the daughter of the late Fleming Thomas Scott and Lottie Louise Radford Scott. Survivors include her husband, Jewell David McGuire Sr. of Baxley; 3 children, Carol Davis (Ricky) of Waycross, Donna Barnes of Waycross, and Rodney Barnes Sr. of Hazlehurst; 1 step-son, Jewell David McGuire Jr. of Michigan; 7 grandchildren, Richard Davis (Laura), Daniel Casey Davis (Heavan), Greg Allen (Jennifer), Shelby Padgett (Derek), Rodney Barnes, Jr., Samantha Brook Taylor (Greg) and Christopher David Barnes; 14 grandchildren; 7 siblings, Louise Moore, Mary Scott, Marie Scott, Quida Griffis, Ricky Scott, Ronnie Scott and Virginia Kehley; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Wednesday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

MCGUIRE, Carmela Lucy Cahill McGuire (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 24 June 2019) Carmela "Camille" Lucy Cahill McGuire, age 63, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2019 at her residence. She was born on May 30, 1956, to the late William Joseph Cahill, Sr. & Jessica Theresa Parisi Cahill in Queens, NY. She worked at Best Western Hotel and was a member of Victory Fellowship Church. Survivors include: a daughter, Jessica Whitfield (Rodney) of Ochlocknee, GA, a brother, William Joseph Cahill, Jr. (Ruth) of Hornell, NY, two grandsons, Garrett Whitfield of Fort Bragg, NC and Lawson Whitfield of Ochlocknee, GA, nieces & nephews, Will Cahill of Waynseboro, VA, Carol Cahill and Christopher Cahill both of Hornell, NY. She was preceded in death by her stepmother, Rose Cahill. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Victory Fellowship Church - 19150 US-19, Thomasville, GA 31757.

MCGUIRE, Carol Ann McGuire (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida April 10, 2012) BOSTON, KY – Carol Ann McGuire,, 73, died Monday, March 26, 2012 at her home in Boston. She was a native of Lebanon Junction, KY. She was a registered nurse and notably served 50 years in many communities, including Nelson, Hardin counties. She was an educator at the Lansing School of Nursing, Bellarmine College, Louisville, Hardin Memorial Hospital, Elizabethtown, KY, The Practical Nursing Program, North Florida Junior College, The North Community College, Highland Heights, KY and St. Francis School of Practical Nursing, Cincinnati, OH, and Galen College of Nursing, Louisville. She was a founding member of Hospice of Central Kentucky and an assistant executive director of the KY Board of Nursing. She held many positions as director of nursing, director of infection control, health care coordinator and acting director of nursing service in institutions at Hardin Memorial Hospital, KY Peer Review, Louisville, Madison County Memorial Hospital, Madison, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Franklin and Hazel Elizabeth Wise McGuire. Survivors: sisters, Jane Crawford (James), of Boston and Theresa Boone and Susan Mattingly (Cecil), both of St. Simons Island, GA; brothers, James McGuire (Carol) and Joe McGuire (Connie), both of Boston, Pat McGuire (Cheri), of South Bend, IN and Tom McGuire (Nancy), of Louisville. Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Lebanon Junction. Burial at St. Clare Church

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MCGUIRE, Diane Gray McGuire (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 26 July 2015) Diane Gray McGuire, 65, passed away on July 26, 2015 in Perry, FL. Diane was born December 5, 1949 in Perry, Florida to Mr. Robert Lee Gray Sr. and Mrs. Bessie Joe (Carlton) Gray. Mrs. McGuire was a member of Evangel Christian Fellowship, and never wavered in her faith in the Lord Jesus. She spent many hours in prayer and studying the Bible. Diane worked with the State of Florida for many years, as well as with Carp's Department Store in Perry, and Gulf Telephone. She later served as secretary for the First United Methodist Church of Perry. She was a loving mother and a devoted wife. Diane loved spending time at the beach listening to the waves, enjoyed reading. She was a Nana who enjoyed quality time with the grandchildren, from painting fingernails with the granddaughters to shooting zombies and bad guys with her grandson. Diane was preceded in death by Mr. Robert Lee and Bessie Joe Gray, Sr. and her granddaughter Jessica Elise McGuire. Mrs. McGuire is survived by her husband of 43 years, Mr. Terry McGuire; 2 children Van Terrell (Debrah) McGuire, Jr. and Erin Danielle (Darren) Johnson; her grandchildren Hailee, Hannah, Emily, and Jack Thomas; siblings Margaret Mixon, Myrna Freeman, Bobby Gray, Karen Cigliutti, Carlton Gray, Doyle Gray; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Carlton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to, may make donations to an account set up at Tree Capital Credit for her four grandchildren's college fund.

MCGUIRE, George W. McGuire (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 30, 1954) George W. McGuire, 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee McGuire, of Greenville, absent from his home since early Tuesday morning when his parents missed him from his room, was found dead of a pistol wound in his head in an old one-room abandoned shack back of a lumber mill in Greenville by Constable A. O. Sistruck, Wednesday morning shortly after Midnight. A pistol was lying by his right hand officers said. The bullet entered the boy’s temple. Constable Sistrunk, the boy’s father and a group of citizens had searched all day Tuesday and into the night.

MCGUIRE, Jessica Lee Green McGuire (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, December 9, 2013) Jessica Lee Green McGuire passed away on December 6, 2013 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL. Jessica was born November 9, 1976 in Deland, FL, and lived most of her life in Madison, FL. She was employed as Executive Assistant for North Florida Regional Workforce Board in Madison. She was a student at North Florida Community College, and received her degree in Secretarial Science from Suwannee Hamilton Technical Center. Mrs. McGuire is survived by her husband, John C. (Steve) McGuire, son Matthew Keagan Gassler, mother Jan Louise Parker Green, brother Robert Green, and sister-in-law Cheri Green, stepson Stephen McGuire and stepdaughter Katlyn McGuire. She was preceded in death by her father Theodore Robert Green and a sister, Kelly Green. Graveside services will be held on December 10, 2013 at San Pedro Cemetery in Madison.

MCGUIRE, John Lee McGuire (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 5, 1968) John Lee McGuire, age 51, died suddenly while on the job at the Florida Plywood mill in Greenville. Mr. McGuire was born in Meigs, GA but had lived most of his life in Greenville. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Greenville, a Veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion. He was a machinist with Florida Plywood. He is survived by his wife Mrs. Mozelle McGuire of Greenville; two daughters, Mrs. Betty Kinsey of West Palm Beach and Miss Cheryl McGuire of Greenville; one grandchild; his mother, Mrs. Lula McGuire of Greenville; two sisters, Mrs. Beatrice Crosby of Baxley, GA and Mrs. Mabel Joyner of Brownsville, TX; one brother, Walter S. McGuire of Greenville and a number of other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday December 31st in the First Baptist Church in Greenville with interment in Evergreen Cemetery at Greenville.

MCGUIRE, Walter Sim McGuire, Sr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard & June Spear) Walter Sim (Mac) McGuire, Sr., age 88, died Saturday, November 9, 2013, in Pensacola, FL. Graveside services at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville. Mac was born in Greenville, FL and lived there for most of his life before moving to Pace, FL in April, 2013. He served in the Merchant Marines, was a Ironworker/Boiler Maker and member of the First Baptist Church in Greenville, FL. He was the best Daddy and Granddaddy in the world. He is survived by 2 sons, Walter S. (Buster) McGuire, Jr. (wife Glenda) of Youngstown, FL and Michael D. McGuire (wife Paula) of Pace, FL and a daughter, Karen Lynn Peters of Sopchoppy, FL.; 4 81 grandchildren, Angela Martinez, Stacey McGuire, Jason McGuire and Jordan McGuire; 4 great grandchildren, Kearsten, Anthony, Little Buster and Hannah and 1 great-great-grandchild, Bryson. He was preceded in death by his wife Arlene K. (Susie) McGuire, his father, George Lee McGuire, his mother, Lula Long McGuire and 2 grandchildren, Lacy Brooke McGuire and Lisa Marie McGuire.

MCHARGUE, Dayna Quinn McHargue (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Dayna Quinn McHargue, age 49, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2010 at her residence in Perry. She was born in Chattahoochee, FL and was a lifelong native of Taylor County. Dayna was a member of the Athena Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing in her spare time. Preceded in death by her mother, Edna Ezell McHargue. Survived by her father and step-mother, William “Mac” and Ethelle McHargue of Perry, FL, a brother, Jed (Melissa) McHargue of Avon Park, FL, a step-brother, Arthur (Sara Lynn) Wilson of Hickory, NC, a step-sister, Lisa Newman of Perry, FL, numerous nieces and nephews also survive. A Memorial Service will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

MCHARGUE, Ethelle Whiddon McHargue (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 25 August 2018) Mrs. Ethelle Whiddon McHargue, age 79, passed away on August 25, 2018 in Tallahassee, FL, following an extended illness and is now sleeping in death waiting for Jehovah God's time to resurrect her to a paradise Earth. Ethelle was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She was born on April 18, 1939 in Cabbage Grove, FL, to Alton Whiddon and Josephine Sheffield Whiddon. She was a homemaker who once enjoyed fishing, gardening, scalloping, camping, doing volunteer ministry, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, William Arthur Wilson, Sr., and a daughter, Cynthia Ethelle McCormick. She will be dearly missed by: her husband of 46 years, William Henry “Mac” McHargue, of Perry; her son, William Arthur Wilson Jr. of Hickory, NC; a daughter, Lisa Wilson Beaty of Perry; a stepson, Jed McHargue of Avon Park, FL; one brother, Joseph Whiddon of Perry; three sisters, Betty Shiver of Spring Hill, FL, Polly Carmichael of Tallahassee, and Elaine Pruitt of Perry; five grandchildren, Kari, Trey, Donovan, Nicholas, and Sean; three great-grandchildren, Rhett, Isla, and Rhett; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Saturday, September 8, 2018, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCHARGUE – Helen Sue Hendry McHargue (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Sep 29th, 2011) The family of Helen Sue Hendry McHargue celebrates the passing of her earthly life to her heavenly home following a long struggle with cancer. She peacefully left this life under the loving care of the capable staff at the Madison County Memorial Hospital, the Big Bend Hospice and the Madison Nursing Center on Wednesday, September 28th. Funeral services will be held at the Beggs Memorial Chapel on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 2 p.m., followed by internment at the Concord Cemetery. Family will receive friends at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison on Saturday night, October 1, 2011 between 5-7 p.m. Helen Sue, commonly referred to as “Mema,” was married to Harold Edsel McHargue, Sr. who preceded her in death on January 1, 2005. Together, they raised 5 children, Harold Edsel McHargue, Jr. (wife Debbie Hammock McHargue); Melody Rebecca McHargue Taylor (Husband Jim Taylor); Mamry Michael McHargue (wife Ruth Wimberly McHargue; Stephen Bryan McHargue, (wife Jan Williams McHargue; and Gregory Scott McHargue (wife Vicki Souders McHargue of Brunswick, Georgia. Helen is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Helen was born in Cherry Lake on April 7, 1927 as the sole daughter of Mamry E. Hendry and Lelia Browning Hendry. Her brothers, Browning Hendry, Hybert “Skip” Hendry, George Alton Hendry and Bill Mack Hendry also preceded her in death. Helen lived a full and glorious life as a mother and homemaker supporting her family while her husband, Harold, provided for the family as a long haul truck driver for Belford Trucking Company. She was an avid supporter of the Greenville High School athletics and music programs. She regularly hosted student athletes with transportation to and from practices and games and enjoyed her extended family of student athletes. She attended Berry College in Atlanta, Georgia, where, as a member of the Ballad Girls, sang for members of the military and at functions for very important persons, including Henry Ford and other notables of her era. She was most proud of the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren and supported every aspect of their educational endeavors and professional careers. Her legacy as a mother and friend to so many will be long remembered and cherished. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32308.

MCHARGUE, Kenneth Vernon McHargue (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mr. Kenneth V. McHargue, 76, of Perry, FL, passed away Saturday June 19, 2010 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Perry. Mr. McHargue was a native and lifelong resident of Perry and was born February 25, 1934 to the late Henry, and Eva Blanton, 82

McHargue. He began his career as a forester in 1953 when he went to work for Buckeye Cellulose Corporation. He then went to work as a timber buyer for Sherrod Lumber Company in Greenville, FL, before starting his own timber consulting company, K. V. McHargue Incorporated, in 1977. Mr. McHargue was a member of The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Perry. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing for mullet, spending time with his family, and helping his family and friends. Mr. McHargue is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jamie Shaw McHargue, of Perry, 1 son, James K. (Wendy) McHargue, of Perry, a daughter, Lee M. (Bill) Peck, of Crawfordville, FL, 1 brother, William H. McHargue, of Perry, 2 sisters, Kathlyn Adleburg, of Madison, FL, and Van Edith Burford, of Perry, 4 grandchildren, Robert, Lindsey, Jason, and Chelly, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. McHargue will be Monday June 21, 2010 in the Joe P. Burns Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church or charity of choice in honor of Kenneth V. McHargue.

MCHARGUE, Mrs. V. E. McHargue (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 24, 1959) Mrs. V. E. McHargue, age 66, died Saturday in the Quitman hospital after a short illness. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County. Survivors are her husband, V. E. McHargue, of Lovett; one daughter, Mrs. Carlton Hudson, of Lovett; three sons, Vernon D. McHargue, of Batesburg, SC; Harold E. McHargue and Virgil T. McHargue, both of Lovett; two sisters, Mrs. Carlos Browning and Mrs. J. M. Lewis, both of Lovett; and one brother, L. O. Dewey, of Clearwater. Services were held Monday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Concord Cemetery.

MCHENRY, Robert Byrd McHenry (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home) Robert “Bob” Byrd McHenry, 62, passed away September 25, 2013, in Tallahassee, FL. A native of Live Oak, FL; Bob lived in Tallahassee for the past 30 years. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying target shooting, and loved drag racing. He also loved reading and was a lifelong learner. He never knew a stranger, befriending each person he met. He was a beloved husband, father, and brother; and he was proud of his son and daughter and his granddaughter Madison. Bob is survived by his wife Joette McHenry; 1 son, Robert McHenry of Tallahassee; 1 daughter, Mechele McHenry of Palm Coast, FL; 2 brothers, Tillman McHenry, Jr. and Terry McHenry both of Houston, TX; 2 sisters, Brenda Scafidi of Winter Springs, FL and Tammy Endres of Houston, TX; granddaughter, Madison Jaffe; and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Tillman McHenry and Evelyn McHenry Johns; and his brother, Timmy McHenry. Service of Remembrance will be Saturday, September 28, 2013, at Beggs Funeral Homes, Apalachee Parkway Chapel, 3322 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL, 32311, (850) 942-2929. Donations may also be made to the American Diabetes Association, Jacksonville Office, 8384 Baymeadows Road, Suite 10, Jacksonville, FL, 32256.

MCINNIS, Jeffrey Lynn McInnis (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, January 26, 2014) Jeffrey Lynn McInnis, of Perry, Florida, passed from this life on Sunday, January 26, 2014, after an extended illness with pancreatic cancer. He was 66 years of age and had lived in Perry since 1972. He was born in Lake City, Florida, on November 24, 1947, to Clyde Christopher McInnis and Virginia Hall McInnis (both deceased.) His family lived in O’Brien, Florida for most of his life. While a student of Branford High School, Jeff played varsity football and was involved with many other sports; an interest in athletics that continued into his university years and beyond. He attended Santa Fe Junior College, Florida State University, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from the University of West Florida. He later received a Masters of Science in Computer Education from Nova University in 1985. Upon obtaining his Bachelor Degree, Jeff was employed by the Taylor County School Board, where he worked for thirty-five years. Jeffrey first taught physical education classes, and later taught science classes, agri-business, and computer education. He enjoyed coaching the track team and junior varsity football. Jeff was active in the Taylor Education Association for several years, serving as a school representative and later as President of the TEA. He served several times on the Bargaining Team and was instrumental in drafting the first employment contract between the Taylor County School Board and the teacher’s union. He planned Field Day activities at the different schools where he taught, helped teachers with their technology problems, produced documents, certificates and programs for school personnel, maintained computer and technology equipment, prepared and taught computer in-service, and produced the early morning television show at TCES. During his career as an educator, Jeffrey touched the lives of thousands of children and many adults. Jeff married Iris Ellison McInnis of Perry on August 5, 1972. Jeff and Iris have 2 children, Logan Christopher (Gloriann Wilson) McInnis of Crawfordville, FL; and Regan Lynn (Andrew Thomas Gross) McInnis of Chiba, Japan. Jeff and his family enjoyed the easy pace of small town living, the friendly people, and the beauty of this area. He enjoyed living close to all the family relatives and his church family at Spring Warrior Church of Christ. Jeff enjoyed traveling and would take his family camping and on road trips during breaks and summer holidays. Jeff also enjoyed fishing or as he called 83 it, “drowning worms.” He was a fan of FSU and enjoyed watching college and professional football games any time they were on television. Jeff loved and owned vintage muscle cars, enjoyed riding motorcycles as a younger man, and had recently purchased his dream car – a Charger SRT Super Bee in header orange!! Jeffrey was known for his quirky sense of humor, his love of family, his dependability and practical nature. He was enrolled in a clinical trial at the Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia at the time of his passing. Jeff hoped that his ordeal would benefit others stricken with this disease. The memorial service will be Saturday, February 1, 2014, at Burns Chapel in Perry. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

MCINNIS, Marguerite Kelley McInnis (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 19, 2009) Marguerite Kelley "Miz Mac" McInnis, 92, of Waycross, passed away Wednesday (June 17, 2009) at Embracing Hospice in Snellville, with her daughter, Diane, by her side, after a life well lived. She lived with her daughter, Diane, and son-in-law, Andy Kearson, for the past five years in Lawrenceville. A native of Gibson, she lived in Waycross for 60 years. She was the daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. James Louis Kelley, of Glascock County. Her mother was the former Louise Bradshaw, daughter of Sheriff and Mrs. Thomas Brice Bradshaw, of Warrenton. Her mother was a graduate of Lagrange College and a teacher in Gibson. Marguerite was the eldest of four children. Prior to her graduation as valedictorian of Warrenton High School, with perfect attendance, she was a member of the Beta, 4-H, drama, Latin and French Club. She was also a participant in journalism, having short stories, poems and articles published under her by-line. She received a diploma in Allied business subjects from Hurst Business College in Augusta, graduated from South Georgia College, Douglas, and Georgia Southern College, Statesboro, with a BS degree in education. She received her Master of Arts degree from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn. Her outstanding academics rank at Vanderbilt placed her in Delta Pi Epsilon Honorary Society. A former Ware County business education instructor, she taught for 34 years, 29 in Ware County before retiring in 1974. She began her teaching career at Hoboken High School in 1937. From there she taught at Gordon High School, Camilla High School, Fitzgerald High School and Richmond Hill High School, known as one of the Henry Ford Schools since it was modeled after the one in Dearborn, Mich. Folk dancing and religious services were an integral part of the Ford School. She danced with Henry Ford on one of his visits to the school. She began teaching business education atWacona High during the administration of Superintendent T. L. Everett Sr.; her instructional duties, however, were not limited to bookkeeping, general business, shorthand and typing. They also included all grades in English and 10th grade mathematics. While at Wacona for more than 11 years, she assisted in publishing the Ware County Teachers newspaper, the "Eye-Opener," and the "Wacona Wheel," the school's newspaper. She joined the Ware County High School faculty when Wacona and Waresboro consolidated in 1958. At this new school she, along with teaching a multitude of courses, sponsored the Future Business Leaders of America and was secretary of the Vocational Teachers Association for six years. She was heralded for her unrelenting honesty which she tried to instill in her students. She was a member of the Georgia Business Education Association (director, two years; secretary, four years), PTO National Education Association, Ware County Classroom Teachers Association, Political Action for Classroom Educators, (PAGE) Georgia Educators Association, the Business and Professional Women's Club and Kappa Delta Sorority. The commercial instructor also served as reporter for the Ware County Georgia Education Association. She was an "emeritus" member of the Ware County Retired Teachers Association. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, where she taught first grade Sunday school for 15 years. She was a member of the Willing Workers-Mary Martha Sunday School Class and the Women's Society of Christian Service. Formerly, she taught her W. S. C. S. Missionary circle. She served as children's secretary for the W. S. C. S. and worked with the United Methodist Youth Fellowship for many years. She was a McInnis recipient of a life membership pin from this organization. Her family was her life. She loved taking trips to places of fun and interest. She delighted in going to family reunions with her daughter, Diane, son-in-law, Andy, and those grandchildren, Bill and Jennifer. She was a loyal and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, who will be fondly remembered for her big heart and fun-loving spirit. She was a true American; a steel magnolia. Her generosity and selflessness was a beautiful gift. She was preceded in death by her brother, James Louis Kelley Jr. (age 5), and a sister, Mary Kelley Gamble, who was a sixth grade teacher at Smart Pope Livingston in Jacksonville, Fla. She was also preceded in death by a close family friend, Louise Kearson, who was like a sister, from Waycross. She is survived by her daughter, her only child, known as the little McInnis girl, Diane McInnis Kearson (husband Andy), of Lawrenceville; a grandson, William A. Kearson Jr. "Bill" (wife Wanda), of Jacksonville, Fla.; a granddaughter, Jennifer Kearson, of Lawrenceville; a sister, Gloria Hilton, of Ocala, Fla.; three nieces, Donna Hilton Brasher, of Ocala, Fla., Vickie Gamble Young (husband Ralph), of Chicago, Ill., and Kelli Gamble Tankersly, of Jacksonville, Fla.; four nephews, David Hilton, of Gainesville, Ga., Buddy Gamble, of Tampa, Fla., Jay McVey, of Chicago, Ill., Todd McVey, of Panama City, Fla.; a great-granddaughter, Ashley Renee Kearson; two great-grandsons, Nicholas "Nick" Andrew Kearson and William Alexander "Alex" Kearson, of Jacksonville, Fla.; and two cousins, Betty Dittmer (husband Herb) and Volusia Houck (husband Perry), of Augusta. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Music Funeral Home Saturday

84 night from 6 until 8. The Willing Workers-Mary Martha Sunday school classes are asked to meet at the Church at 1:40 p.m. to serve as honorary pallbearers. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome. com.

MCINTOSH, Billie Dale McIntosh (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 1, 2005) Billie Dale McIntosh, 76, of Waycross, died Sunday afternoon (Oct. 30, 2005) at the Pierce County Nursing Home after an extended illness. She was a native of Waycross and lived here for most of her life. She graduated from Waycross High School, attended Georgia State Women's College (now Valdosta State University) and was a graduate of Draughn School of Commerce in Atlanta. She worked for Atlanta Gas Light Company in Atlanta, Atlantic Coastline Railroad in Waycross and retired from the City of Waycross where she worked as a finance officer. She was a lifetime student of the Bible. She was awarded a lifetime membership at First Presbyterian Church in Moultrie for her dedication to teaching Sunday School. She enjoyed the outdoors, was an avid bird watcher, an Atlanta Braves fan and enjoyed traveling and visiting family. She was attending First Presbyterian Church in Waycross and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church where she taught the Mary Martha Sunday School Class for more than 20 years. She was a volunteer tutor in the Local Literacy Action group. She is probably best remembered recently for her smiling face and outgoing personality greeting visitors at the Satilla Regional Medical Center on the weekends at the information desk. She loved life and lived it to the fullest. Her life was an example of Christian love and charity. Her parents were the late Ruby Lanier Finley and Emmett Finley. Also preceding her in death was one son, Jimmy McIntosh, and one brother, Bert Finley. Survivors include two sons, Bill McIntosh, of Waycross, and Mickey McIntosh (wife Donna), of Blackshear; two grandchildren with whom she loved spending time, Jimmy McIntosh and Maelyn McIntosh, both of Blackshear; and one sister, Margaret (Honey) Nesmith (husband Don), of Atlanta. She shared a very special relationship with her daughter-in-law, Donna McIntosh, and was very close to her cousins, her great aunt, Bonnie Aldridge, EuFaula, Ala., and her nieces and nephews. Funeral will be Wednesday morning at 11 at the First Presbyterian Church. Burial will be Wednesday afternoon at 3 at the Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Metter. The family will receive friends this evening from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family requests members of the Mary Martha Sunday School Class to serve as honorary pallbearers and they are asked to meet at the church at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday for the service. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com Miles-Odum Funeral Home is serving the family.

MCINTOSH, Glenda Rose McIntosh (Abstracted from the 26 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Glenda Rose McIntosh died Sunday (April 23, 2017) after a brief illness. She was a spry 74 years young despite battling dementia for the last 3.5 years. She was born Oct. 15, 1942 in Jacksonville Beach, FL, to the late Lucy and Jeff McIntosh. During her life, her professions have ranged from telephone operator with Southern Bell (now AT&T) from 1960 through 1973, volunteer with the Hospital Auxiliary at Charlton Memorial Hospital, homeroom mom during various grades of her daughter’s school years (much to her daughter’s chagrin, at times), band mom (again, much to her daughter’s chagrin), funeral home secretary, caterer, “Queen of Gingerbread Houses in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia,” and an excellent cook. She graduated from Hilliard High School in 1960 where her fellow classmates voted her “Friendliest” and “Most Dramatic.” She also proudly became a Girl Scout at the age of 40, which really is a grand accomplishment considering she beat breast cancer just a few years prior. She spent most of her life in Hilliard, FL, but most recently lived in Yulee, FL. She had a zest for life that can only be expressed by the colorfulness in her personality. She was full of humor, loved to laugh and loved to make others laugh. Her favorite pastime was to dress up in outlandish outfits and go to family reunions uninvited. Other family’s reunions. Mind you, they were family friends, but you get the idea. Nothing like just showing up dressed like a stranger at an event you aren’t supposed to be at to see what kind of reaction you will get. That was Glenda. Or, better yet, putting on the make-up thicker than Tammy Faye ever could, stuffing her bra with Kleenex and answering the door when her teenage daughter’s date arrived. (Now you understand the chagrin!) When she wasn’t dressing up, she loved to cook and bake and share the goodies with neighbors and her daughter’s classmates. She had a generous heart and a gracious smile. Once you met her, she was hard to forget. Despite the silliness, down deep she harbored a serious love for God and Jesus Christ. Inside her Bibles are pages and pages filled with hand written notes of scripture and prayers for others. She is survived by her daughter Lucy Kwapnioski- Nadeau (Greg Peistrup, partner), of Yulee, FL; a sister, Melba Powers (the late Ralph), of Hilliard, FL; brothers, Grady (Nancy) McIntosh of Hilliard, FL, Leo McIntosh of Jacksonville, FL, and Tommy McIntosh of Lutz, FL; ex-husband, Gene Kwapnioski; and several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, aunts and cousins. Memorialization will take place by cremation. A memorial service is scheduled for Friday at Shepard Roberson Funeral Home, 526 Oakwood St., Folkston. Donations in memory of Glenda may be made to River City Community Animal Hospital, P.O. Box 551344, Jacksonville, FL 32255.

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(Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, April 28, 1904) Madora McIntosh died of measles Friday. She was a member of the S. M. B. of Jeslamb. Her stepfather, Paul Hill and wife have the sympathy of the society and their many friends. No record was found of the burial

MCINTYRE, Fannie K. McIntyre (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 14, 1949) Mrs. Fannie K. McIntyre, age 84, died Wednesday following an illness of more than two years. Funeral services will be held Friday at the graveside in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. L. M. Bevis, of Madison, and one granddaughter, Miss Marilyn Bevis of Florida State University. Mrs. McIntyre was born February 3, 1865, daughter of the late Joseph A., and Gracie Brown Townsend, a prominent family of the northern section of the county. She was the widow of the late R. S. McIntyre.

MCINTYRE, Grace McIntyre (Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 6, 1913) The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. R. S. McIntyre were grieved to know of the death of their oldest daughter, Grace, which occurred Saturday, May 31st. While she was not dangerously ill until Friday night when she developed some throat trouble and her suffering came to an end at noon on Saturday. During all of the eight years of her life she had been delicate yet she had a cheerful disposition and was very much loved by all who knew her. The funeral services were conducted at Oak Ridge Cemetery Sunday afternoon at three-thirty.

MCINTYRE, J. Arch McIntyre (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 21, 1943) J. Arch McIntyre, father of Miss Frances McIntyre, a student of Madison High School, and brother of Mrs. G. M. Sims died Saturday afternoon, May 15, in his automobile near Valdosta, from a sudden heart attack. Mr. McIntyre, who was chairman of the Lowndes County Board of County Commissioners, had spent most of Saturday morning in the office of the commissioners attending to county business matters. After lunch he was making an inspection trip of certain roads and bridges and was stricken with the heart attack while near the Double Bridges on the road near Mineola. It was not known that Mr. McIntyre was ill as he appeared in his usual good health Saturday morning in Valdosta. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at Old Redland (McIntyre) Cemetery in the Ousley district. Survivors are the widow; four daughters, Mrs. William Davis now with her husband, Major Davis, in Muskogee, OK, Mrs. H. G. Moore, Valdosta, Miss Margaret Claire McIntyre, Ousley and Miss Julia Frances McIntyre of Madison; one son John Williams McIntyre, of Ousley, and two sisters, Mrs. G. M. Sims of Madison and Mrs. W. M. Prescott, of Valdosta, and one brother, J. V. McIntyre, of Ousley. Mr. McIntyre was born and reared in the Ousley district of Lowndes County, and had lived in the community all of his life. He was engaged in farming and livestock production. He had served as a member of the county commission and as chairman since 1941. Mr. McIntyre was to have left for Texas, Friday morning with his sister, Mrs. Prescott to attend the funeral of an uncle, but press of business matters prevented him from going.

MCINTYRE, Jewell McIntyre (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 1, 1943) Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Mt. Horeb Cemetery for Mrs. Jewell McIntyre of Valdosta, who died at a hospital in that city last Friday night. Mrs. McIntyre was a niece of Mrs. Laura Downing of Pinetta.

MCINTYRE, Tiffany Odessa Eunice McIntyre (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, September 5, 2013) Services for Tiffany Odessa Eunice McIntyre, 20, of Meigs, are Monday, Sept. 9, 2013, at Patten Holiness Church. Mrs. McIntyre died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in Thomasville. She is a daughter of Allan Eunice and Debra Westbrook Eunice. Born Dec. 4, 1992 in Tifton, Mrs. McIntyre was a homemaker. On Aug. 5, 2010, she married Zachary McIntyre of Meigs. She was a member of Patten Holiness Church. Survivors include her husband, Zachary McIntyre, Meigs; 2 daughters, Marissa Ann McIntyre, Lydia Gabriella McIntyre, both of Meigs; 3 brothers, Levi Eunice, of Norman Park, J.C. Eunice, of Norman Park, Andrew A. Taylor (Emily), of Oak Harbor, WA; parents, Allan and Debra Eunice, of Norman Park; grandmother, Rebecca Eunice, of Sylvester; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Betty and Sherman L. McIntyre, of Meigs; sister-in-law, Jennifer Cook, of Meigs, and her daughters, Brianna, Bridgett and Gracie, all of Meigs; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Lee and Tiffany McIntyre and their daughter, Autumn, all of Meigs; and a host of aunts uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by a twin sister,

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Amanda O. Eunice; a brother, Ethan C. Eunice; and grandmothers, Ethel Westbrook and Martha L. Godwin. The family will receive friends at the residence, 3044 Rouse Street, Meigs, Sunday afternoon.

MCINVALE, Shirley JoAnn Carter McInvale (Abstracted from the 25 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Shirley JoAnn Carter McInvale, age 78, of Folkston, passed away Saturday (May 23, 2015) in Waycross. She was born June 1, 1936 to the late Arthur Carter and Queen Johns Carter. She was a lifelong resident of Charlton County. She was a member of Racepond Church of God. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Francis McInvale. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Anissa McInvale and Angela (Ralph) McCormick; and 2 grandsons, Ralph McCormick and David McCormick. The funeral will be Wednesday at Racepond Church of God. Burial will follow in Racepond Cemetery at Sand Hill Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home.

MCKAY, Sam McKay (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Sam McKay, 92, died Monday (April 15, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross, following an extended illness. He was a native of St. George and lived in Waycross for many years. He was a member of Union Chapel Baptist Church in Mershon. He was preceded in death by his wife, Odessa McKay. He is survived by a special nephew, Frankie Williams, of Waycross; two children he raised, Mary McKay, of St. Marys, and Mary Ann McKay, of Labelle, FL; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Friends may call on the family at 915 Wadley St. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Welch & Brinkley Mortuary.

MCKEE, Clara Juanita McKee (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 12, 2006) Clara Juanita McKee, 83, of Blackshear, died Wednesday (May 10, 2006) at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. She was born Sept. 10, 1922 in Blackshear to the late Allen Marion Davis and Marguerite Belle Davis. She had lived in Blackshear all of her life. She was a graduate of Blackshear High School. She retired from Selective Service after years of service through World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. She was a member of the Woman's Clubs of America and a lifetime member of Blackshear Presbyterian Church where she served as a deacon. She was the widow of the late Lester Webster McKee. Survivors include her only daughter, Pat Colson and son-in-law, Larry Colson, of Valdosta; four grandchildren, Allison Colson, of Atlanta, Hunter Colson, of Valdosta and Rachel and Steve Blankenship, of Atlanta; one brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Allen Davis, of Blackshear; two sisters, Dorothy Coldsnow, of Satsuma, Fla., and Marian Cosson, of Fernandina Beach, Fla. A funeral was scheduled for today at 11 a.m. at Blackshear Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Joe Brice officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blackshear Presbyterian Church in the name of Clara Juanita McKee. Condolences to the family may be conveyed at www.mclanefuneralservices.com Carson-McLane Funeral Home of Valdosta is serving the family.

MCKEE, Peggy McKee (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/08/peggy-mckee/) Peggy McKee, age 79, of Hahira passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born in Meridian, MS on September 26, 1939 to the late William and Bessie Frazier. She was a homemaker, a gospel singer and very involved with her church, Greenwood Baptist Church. Mrs. McKee is survived by her sons Danny and Kae McKee, of Valdosta, and Tracy McKee of Hahira; her daughters Kathy and Jimmy Cleary, of Valdosta, and Tammy Barrett of Hahira; her grandchildren Will McKee, Nikki McKee, Trae McKee, Allison Hughes, Brittany Wiggins, Wesley McKee, Chris Cleary, II, Jana (Will) Moots, Nic Sinkule, Erin Mackie, Javen Barrett, Ella Barrett, Zachary Doughthit; and four great grandchildren; her brothers and sisters Fred Frazier, Lavelle Frazier, Hubert Frazier, Dellar Frazier, and Marie Anderson, all of Meridian, MS; a cousin who was like a sister Marie Haguewood, of Meridian, MS. She was preceded in death by her husband Lamar W. McKee, and several brothers and sisters. Funeral services for Mrs. McKee will be in the chapel of the Martin McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery

MCKEE, Wayne McKee (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 22, 1971) Wayne McKee, age 30, died in Homestead Thursday while working with the City of Homestead Electric Light Company. He was born in Homestead but had lived in Madison County for a number of years before moving back to Homestead several years ago. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. W. J. Bennett of Homestead; 1 son, Duane McKee of Miami; 1 sister, Miss Valjean McKee of Homestead; his father, Arthur McKee of Tavenier, FL; his maternal grandmother and grandfather, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Conner

87 of Homestead; his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Mabel McKee of Tavenier. Services were held Monday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Mt. Horeb Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

MCKEITHEN, Evalena McKeithen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 21, 1953) Mrs. Evalena McKeithen, 74, a former resident of West Farm, in this county, where her husband, the late D. E. McKeithen, was engaged in the turpentine business, died in a hospital in Greenville, SC Sunday evening. She is survived by two sons: Edward McKeithen, of Chicago and Walter McKeithen, of Jacksonville; a daughter, Mrs. Judd Moore, of Greenville, SC, four grandchildren, a step-son, A. E. McKeithen, of Atlanta, a step-daughter, Mrs. T. C. Merchant, of Madison, and a sister, Mrs. J.. V. Davis, of Southport, NC. Funeral services and interment were held in Jacksonville Tuesday afternoon.

MCKELVIN, Collie McKelvin Jr. (Abstracted from the June 17, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A home going celebration for Collie McKelvin Jr. will be held Thursday at St. Paul New Life Outreach Ministries, 1736 Georgia Ave. Burial will follow in Barnar Memorial Garden. He was born to the late Willie Mae McKelvin and Collie McKelvin Sr., July 30, 1929, in Sylvester. He passed away Wednesday (June 11, 2014) at Waycross Health and Rehab. He was preceded in death by both parents, his wife, Julie Mae McKelvin, and one sister, Hattie Ruth Standley. He is survived by 3 daughters, Verlinda (Tom) Kemp, Pamela (Willie) Rivers, and Sandra (the late Gregory) Taylor; 6 sons, Dennis (Leola) McKelvin, Tony (Sandra) McKelvin, Raymond (Connie) McKelvin, Collie (Robin) McKelvin, Walter (Leslie) McKelvin and Jerome (Tracie) McKelvin; 25 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

MCKELVIN, Daisy M. McKelvin (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 8, 2005) Daisy M. McKelvin, 94, of 1601 Carolina Ave., died Tuesday (Sept. 6, 2005) at Satilla Care Center after an illness. She was a native of Worth County but had lived in Waycross for many years. Her parents were the late David and Hattie Jackson Maddox. She was a member of St. Paul New Life Outreach Ministries. Survivors include her husband, Mack McKelvin of Waycross; several nieces and nephews including Annie Sanders, Jeffery Sanders and Willie Gross, all of Waycross. Friends may call at the home of her niece, Annie Sanders, 1520 Florida Ave. The body will be placed in the church at 1 p.m. Monday. Burial will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are with Fluker Funeral Home.

MCKENZIE, Dorris Edward McKenzie (Abstracted from the 13 June 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dorris Edward “Spooky” McKenzie, age 75, of Hortense, passed away Thursday (June 11, 2015) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick following an extended illness. Born in Baxley, he was the son of Henry Roscoe McKenzie and Mary Magdalena Green McKenzie. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Mack and Bobby McKenzie. He was a self-employed carpenter, and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include 2 sons and 1 daughter-in-law, David (Sherry) McKenzie of Hortense, and Riley McKenzie of Hortense; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Angela (Gary) Chesser and Beth (Matthew) Hogan of Hortense; 6 grandchildren, Gary, Phawn, Rhea, Ricky, David and Trevor; 2 great-grandchildren, Landon and Dylan McKenzie; 1 sister, Johnnie Ruth Wilson of Hortense; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Sunday Frye Funeral Home. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

MCKENZIE, Erma Rae Dorman McKenzie (Abstracted from information from Beggs Funeral Home) Erma Rae Dorman McKenzie went to be with the Lord on September 20, 2013. She was reunited in heaven with her husband of 49 years, Samuel McKenzie, her parents, Emily and B.J. Dorman, and numerous family and friends. She leaves behind her daughters: Teresa Laverne McKenzie and Tammy Lorraine McKenzie, both of Tallahassee, her brother and sister-in-law, Handin and Ava Jean Dorman, of Perry, FL, and her sister Thelma Slaughter, of Perry, FL. Erma was born in Perry on May 17, 1938. She moved to Tallahassee in 1956 where she lived until her passing. She retired from State government after 31 years of service. She attended Hayden Road Assembly of God until her health declined. Funeral services will be Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at Beggs Funeral Homes, Apalachee Parkway Chapel, 3322 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, Fla. 32311, (850) 942-2929 with burial at Roselawn Cemetery.

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James Michael McKenzie, age 62, of 604 Elizabeth St., Suite 204, Waycross, passed away Monday (Jan. 30, 2017) at his residence, in the comfort of his loved ones. He was born and raised in Ft. Benning, son of the late Eugene M. and Wilma Agnes McKenzie. As an adult, he was a well-loved man with a great sense of humor. He was a professional house painter in Florida and in 2005 moved back to Georgia. He loved to talk, tell jokes and listen to music. In earlier years, he was a roadie for Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Allman Brothers. Left to cherish his memories are a loving and devoted wife, Deborah McRee McKenzie; daughter, Shaina McKenzie of Waycross; 2 sons, Christopher D. Ray of St. Charles, MO, and Cale A. Hearring of Jonesboro, AR; 6 grandchildren, Zack Ray, Braden Ray, Tyler Ray, Cynthia Hearring, Caitlyn Hearring and Logan Hearring; and several other relatives. Memorialization is by cremation. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

MCKENZIE, Paul O. McKenzie Jr. (Abstracted from 8 February 2018 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Paul O. McKenzie, Jr., of Hahira, GA passed away suddenly on Monday, Feb. 5, 2018 in Madison. He was the eldest son of the late Paul O. McKenzie, Sr. and Alice Lucille McKenzie (Cox). Paul honorably served our country in the United States Army. Paul loved God and served him with all his heart, soul and mind. He was an elder with The Barn House of Prayer, in Clyattville, GA. He enjoyed horseback riding, camping, kayaking and spending time with his wife. Paul worked in construction and was self-employed. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, John D. Glass; brother-in-law, Jimmy Greene; and sister-in-law, Kathy Glass. Paul will be deeply missed by his loving wife of over 25 years, Denise Glass McKenzie; a special son, Jon Michael (Amy) Redding of Middleburg; one grandson who lit up his life, Connor Redding; sister, Judith Green of Hahira; brother, Kenneth (Loyce) McKenzie of Owensboro, KY; mother-in-law, Jacqueline Glass of Valdosta; sister-in-law, Kathy (Lewis Peppetti) Slief of Valdosta; four brothers-in-law: Mason (Jamie Carter) Coddington of Valdosta; Del (Karen) Glass of Chesapeake Bay, VA; Dwayne (Mary) Glass of Lake Alford, FL and Donald Glass of Auburndale, FL; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A celebration of life worship service will be Saturday, Feb. 10, at New Life Community Church, located at 7505 Seigler Road, in Lake Park. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Madison.

MCKENZIE, Tennessee Bowling Futrill McKenzie (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/tennessee-bowling-futrill-mckenzie/) Tennessee Bowling Futrill McKenzie, age 80, of Hahira died Monday, March 18, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born in Tennessee on May 20, 1938 to the late Thomas and Lettie Griffith Bowling. Mrs. McKenzie was a member of the Poulan Baptist Church and a retired seamstress. She enjoyed gardening and tending her chickens. Mrs. McKenzie had many special friends, a special niece, Joan Finchers and an adopted sister, Madie Hopson and family, she loved them all and at her death she was able to give the gift of sight by cornea transplant to two special people. Survivors include daughters and sons in law; Margaret York and the late Bill York of Hahira, Marie and Phillip Lovell of Jasper, GA, Lisa and Howard Gaines of Mobile, AL; her sons, Deryl Futrill, Winifred Futrill, Larry Joe Futrill all of Orlando, FL; grandchildren and their spouses, Kristie York Wiggins and Lawrence Wiggins, Kassie York Dasher and Jacob Dasher, Brook (Blake) Ayers, Kera Lovell(Simon Bussiere), Mikhail (Tita) Lovell, Travis Futrill, BJ Futrill, Amanda (Mark) Orgeron, Katelyn Gaines, Darlene Futrill Mottern, Kelly Futrill Walker; her great grandchildren, Aimee Dasher, Mia Orgeron, Conly Dasher, Jackson Wiggins, Jonathan Wiggins, Imogen Lovell, Bradley Ayers, Mason Orgeron, Leann Walker, Lauren Walker, Dylan Futrill; her sisters, Thelma Carroll, Bessie (Don) Jolly; her brothers, Benny (Janice) Bowling, Mose (Edna) Bowling; sister-in-law, Luvenia Bowling. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wynn Brewer Futrill, a daughter, Shirley Ann Futrill, sister, Beatrice (Crawford) Harness; brother, Fred Bowling. Memorial services will be in Tennessee. Martin/McLane Funeral Home of Hahira.

MCKEON, Ryan Patrick McKeon (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Ryan Patrick McKeon, age 22, of Valdosta, GA passed Wednesday November 27, 2013. He was born June 4, 1991 to Perry & Bonita Hintz McKeon in Chandler AZ. He was a member of the band Abbysian, and was of The Christian faith. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Sam & Elva Hintz. Survivors include his parents Perry & Bonita McKeon of Valdosta, GA; 2 brothers Casey McKeon and Shayn McKeon both of Valdosta, GA; paternal grandparents Donald & Juanita of Mt. Vernon, WA; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins and other family members. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, December 1, 2013 at the Music Funeral Services. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the family.

MCKINLEY, Jack Leroy McKinley (Abstracted from John Bullard 14 August 2020) Rev. Jack Leroy McKinley, age 85, passed away on August 12, 2020 in Trenton, FL. Bro. Jack was born March 20, 1935 in Thomaston, GA to Oscar T. McKinley and Lorena Lingold McKinley. He honorably served our country in the United States Army during the Korean War as a Military Police Officer. Bro. McKinley was a member of Destiny Community Church. Bro. Jack served 89 as a District Overseer, and organized numerous churches throughout the N. Florida area. During his 42 years of ministry, he served as pastor in Port Inglis, Panama City, Perry, and Lake City. Bro. Jack served on the state council, examining board and evangelism board for the Church of God in Florida. He passionately served as a member of the Heart of Florida Youth Ranch Board of Directors. His legacy is remembered through the many that are serving God through ministry today. Bro. Jack was preceded in death by his parents Oscar T. and Lorena McKinley, his sisters Sara Kendrick, and Linda Presley, his brothers O.T. McKinley, and Robert McKinley. Pastor McKinley is survived by his wife of nearly 63 years, Rebecca McKinley; his sons, Randy (Deanna) McKinley, Ronny (Sheri) McKinley, Rodney McKinley, and Rocky (Mandi) McKinley; his sister, Barbara Cochran; 16 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren ; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at Destiny Community Church. Interment services will follow in the Newberry Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

MCKINNEY, Dorothy McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder 22 June 2012) Dorothy Jean McKinney, age 82, died Tuesday June 19, 2012 at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA, after a short illness. A graveside service in Pennsylvania will be held at a later date. Her husband of 62 years, Oliver McKinney survives her. Also surviving are her son, Brian McKinney; her daughter, Lois Reed; 4 grandchildren, Kristie, Michael, Caylene and Shannon; and 2 great-grandchildren, Eric and Preston. She was born in Wilkinsburg, PA, and she and her husband had lived in Madison for 22 years. In Pennsylvania, the McKinney’s had operated a dairy farm. After selling the dairy, her husband had driven a truck and she would accompany him on long trips. On one of those trips, they stopped in Madison and visited downtown and fell in love with the city park and the Four Freedoms monument, placed there in honor of WWII hero Capt. Colin P. Kelly, Jr. She said that she and Oliver had studied about Kelly in high school in Pennsylvania. Beloved by her co-workers at Greene Publishing, Inc., she worked as an advertising representative for 19½ years. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church in Madison. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Beggs Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCKINNEY, Emory W. McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 19, 1963) Emory W. McKinney, age 48, of Greenville, died Friday in the Veteran’s Hospital in Lake City after a brief illness. Mr. McKinney was a native of Thomasville, GA, a Veteran of World War II, and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. He was owner-operator of the Friendly Corner in Greenville. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Vera W. McKinney, a daughter, Miss Cheryl McKinney, his father, Simmie W. McKinney, all of Greenville; his mother, Mrs. Mabel McKinney, of Thomasville, GA; a brother, William K. McKinney, of Nashville, TN; four sisters, Mrs. E. J. Martinez and Mrs. Philip Harding, both of Atlanta; Mrs. Lillie Beckham, of Thomasville; and Mrs. Joe Minchew, of Dennison, TX. Funeral services were held Sunday in the New Home Baptist Church with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.

MCKINNEY, Eunice Evelyn McKinney (Information Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Eunice Evelyn McKinney, 91, of Mayo, FL, passed away Saturday June 19, 2010 at the Lafayette Health Care Center in Mayo following an extended illness. Mrs. McKinney was born January 10, 1919 in Taylor County,to the late Robert Wesley and Georgia Ann Elizabeth Jackson Calhoun. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church and the Red Hat Society. Mrs. McKinney worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse and in her spare time enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, knitting, cross-stitching, cooking, gardening, and flowers. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Theron McKinney in 1981, and a daughter, Nancy Perry in 2010. Mrs. McKinney is survived by her son, John Theron (Candace) McKinney Jr., of Mayo, her daughter, Kay (Franklin) Wimberley, of Mayo, 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and several other nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. McKinney will be Tuesday June 22, 2010 at Midway Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Midway Baptist Cemetery.

MCKINNEY, James McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 14, 1965) James McKinney, a well-known citizen of Madison died at the local hospital Saturday May 8th. He is survived by Lula Reddick, one sister Hannah McDonald; two brothers, William McKinney and Julius McKinney all of Madison and a number of other relatives. Services will by held at Damascus Baptist Church Sunday May 16th with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Tillman and James Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNEY, Julius McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 24, 1943) 90

Julius McKinney, well known colored carpenter of this city, passed away Tuesday afternoon following a long illness. He had had a part in putting up a number of business building and homes in Madison, and gave careful and painstaking work. Funeral was held yesterday afternoon.

MCKINNEY, Martha LaNell Bethea McKinney (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 11 April 2020) Martha LaNell Bethea McKinney passed away at home surrounded by her family on April 11, 2020. Born on Dec 24, 1933, LaNell was the 3rd child of Loundis and Melba (Jackson) Bethea. Predeceased in death by her parents, her husband Edwin McKinney, and her son Jay Ralph Gamble. 2 sisters Caroline B (Bunk) Croft of Perry, Virginia (Charles Ray) Shinholser of Jacksonville, 3 brothers L.B. Bethea Jr., Colin Bethea, Leon Bethea Sr, all of Perry. Survived by 2 sisters Janet Bethea (Billy) Wiles, Belvajean Bethea (Joe) Millinor; 2 brothers Wilson (Jessie Belle) Bethea, Nathan (Catherine) Bethea all of Perry. Survived by many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Always doing the work of the Lord, she was a lifelong and devout member of Spring Warrior Church of Christ in Perry. She was a graduate of Foley School where she enjoyed playing basketball and the study of history. McKinney was an avid reader and supporter of the public library. As a homemaker, she also enjoyed gardening and tending to her yard. In lieu of flowers, friends and family can make donations to Big Bend Hospice at 1723 Mahan Center Blvd Tallahassee, Florida 32308.

MCKINNEY, Mary Alice McKinney (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Mary Alice McKinney, age 66, of Lake Park, GA passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at South Georgia Medical Center. Mary was born 66 years ago in Washington, DC and lived in numerous places as one of four daughters of a U.S. Naval Officer. Her residences included Spain, Morocco, Kansas, Maine, and Virginia. She earned a degree in nursing at DePaul in Norfolk and studied at several universities in Maryland, Virginia, and California. Her final degree was earned in Enterostomal Therapy after which she joined the staff of Emory University Hospital where she remained until her marriage in 1980. The remainder of her life was spent as a loving homemaker devoted to her family and friends. Mary joined the Catholic Church at an early age. Her courage and faith sustained her through a long and painful battle with multiple sclerosis. She was a very intellectual person with a particular interest in the literature of the spiritual thinkers. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, James McKinney of Lake Park, GA and two children, James Paul McKinney and Helen Lee McKinney of Valdosta, GA. She is also survived by her father, Cdr. Paul Gallagher of Alexandria, VA and three sisters, Paula Robertson of Lawrenceville, GA, Patricia Morris of Kill Devil Hills, NC, and Ann Swift of Richmond, VA. She was preceded in death by her mother, Helen Elkins Gallagher. Mary will be interred in Sparks Cemetery in Sparks, GA. Graveside services will be Sunday, July 14, 2013. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the B.A.R.C. Humane Society, P.O. Box 574, Valdosta, GA 31603. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the McKinney family.

MCKINNEY, Matt McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 13, 1951) Matt McKinney, well known colored carpenter, died at his home in this city last Friday morning following a long illness. He was an outstanding workman and a leader among his people. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Damascus Baptist Church.

MCKINNEY, Matthew Morris McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 19, 1971) Matthew Morris McKinney, age 50, died suddenly Sunday at his home on Smith Street. He was a lifetime resident of Madison where he was presently serving as assistant principal at Madison Middle School. He served over three years in the Asian Theater during World War II. He was a member of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Survivors include his wife; five brothers, Preston, Johnnie, Tommy, Luther and Enoch McKinney, all five of Madison; and a sister, Mrs. O. W. Wilkins, also of Madison. Tillman- Wright Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNEY, Phyllis Delphine McKinney (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 22, 2006) BAXLEY - Phyllis Delphine McKinney, 42, died Saturday (Aug. 12, 2006) after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late George McKinney. She was a member of the Pentecostal Church of God under the leadership of Bishop Eugene Rice. She was preceded in death by a sister, Linda McKinney. Survivors include her children, Tanya McKinney, April (Cornelius) Williams and Montague McKinney; her mother, Willie Mae Robinson, all of Waycross; one sister, Laverne McKinney, of Ashburn; seven brothers, Freddie (Tiffany) McKinney, of Waycross, Craig McKinney, of Valdosta, George McKinney and Timothy McKinney, both of Ashburn, Eddie (April) Robinson, of Blackshear, Milton (Dorothy) Robinson, of Waycross, and Willie Lee Tobler, of Lumber 91

City; five aunts, Jackie (Tabs) Wolfolk and Eloise Tobler, both of Lumber City, Hattie Stegall, of Hazlehurst, Besty McKinney, of Tifton, and Perlyn McKinney, of Waycross; six uncles, Adolph Tobler, Jerome Tobler and Herman Tobler, all of Lumber City, Milton Tobler, of Alabama, and Larry and Albert McKinney, both of Ashburn; a very special friend and fiancee, Nathaniel Rivers, of Waycross; eight grandchildren; several great-aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A graveside funeral was held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Dillard Cemetery in Lumber City with Elder Robert Canty, pastor, officiating. Arrangements were with Hall's Funeral Home of Baxley.

MCKINNEY, Sallie Mae McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 6, 1947) Sallie Mae McKinney, infant of Thomas and Mamie Lou McKinney, died Sunday night at her home. Funeral services were held Monday in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCKINNEY, Tola McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 16, 1968) Tola McKinney, age 69, longtime resident of Madison, with her home on Bunker and Parramore Streets, died last Thursday and funeral services were held Monday in Damascus Baptist Church with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCKINNEY, Tom McKinney (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 8, 1943) Tom McKinney, aged colored carpenter of this city, was laid to rest Sunday afternoon, following services at Damascus Church, which were attended by a large number of people.

MCKINNON, Andrew McKinnon (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 12 October 2009) Mr. Andrew McKinnon, age 72 of the Mora community, passed away Saturday September 19, 2009, at Coffee Regional Medical Center, following an extended illness. Mr. McKinnon, a native and lifelong resident of Coffee County, was a prominent farmer of the Mora community. He was also an avid fisherman. He was the son of the late Monroe McKinnon and the late Mary Jane Carver McKinnon. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Edward McKinnon, Randall McKinnon and Bobby McKinnon. Mr. McKinnon was a deacon and member of the Mora Baptist Church. Survivors include: his wife Lucille Giddens McKinnon of Willacoochee, GA; 2 daughters: Tammie (Joey) Morris of Pearson, GA and Denise (Richard) Luke of Douglas, GA; 4 grandchildren: Drew Morris and Blake Morris, both of Pearson, GA, Jordan Luke and Brady Luke, both of Douglas, GA; 3 brothers: Harvey McKinnon of Douglas, GA, Arlen (Betty) McKinnon and Monroe (Marie) McKinnon, Jr. all of Willacoochee, GA; 5 sisters: Willie Mae McKinnon, Louise Mauldin, and Florine Phillips, all of Douglas, Betty Jean Soles of Willacoochee, GA, and Martha (Billy) Denton of Broxton, GA; 3 sisters-in-law: Mavis McKinnon, Dollie McKinnon and Irene McKinnon, all of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Monday, September 21, 2009, at Mora Baptist Church. The interment followed in the Mora Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNON, Anna Natasha McKinnon (Abstracted from the 6 November 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Anna Natasha McKinnon, age 46, of Douglas, GA, passed away Monday, October 22, 2018, at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Mrs. McKinnon was born on November 21, 1971, at Shaw Air Force Base, SC, the daughter of Joseph Thomas Price and Glenna L. Rowlette Price of Panama City, FL. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Survivors, in addition to her parents, include her husband, Edgar Jordan McKinnon of Douglas, GA; three sons, Mason McKinnon, Baylor McKinnon, and Reagan McKinnon, all of Douglas, GA; daughter, Isabella McKinnon of Douglas, GA; brother, Benjamin Price of Panama City, FL; father and mother-in-law, Larry and Debra McKinnon of Douglas, GA. Memorial services were Friday, October 26, 2018, at Sims Funeral Home. Memorialization is by cremation.

MCKINNON, Aubrey McKinnon (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 18 May 2015) Aubrey McKinnon, age 90, of West Green, GA passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. McKinnon was born on August 15, 1924, in Douglas, GA to the late Jesse Brian McKinnon and Fannie Melvin McKinnon. Mr. McKinnon was an avid farmer in West Green, GA. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Douglas and Burkett Baptist Church. Survivors include: his 2 sons, Randy (Janice) McKinnon of West Green, GA and Randall (Vicki) McKinnon of Douglas, GA; 1 daughter, Sabrina (Dennis) Chambers of Lake City, FL; 2 grandsons, John McKinnon of West Green, GA and Britt (Donna) McKinnon of West Green, GA; 1 granddaughter, Jessica McKinnon of Savannah, GA; 1 brother, Carlos McKinnon of Douglas, GA; 92 and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen McKinnon, by a brother, Oswald McKinnon; and a sister, Ovelene Maine. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 16, 2014 at Burkett Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Burkett Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNON, Bernice Annette McKinnon (Abstracted from the 26 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Bernice Annette McKinnon, age 70, died Monday (Jan. 23, 2017) at her residence following an extended illness. She was a native and lived most of her life in Waycross. She was formerly employed with Swisher Sweet Cigar Factory and she attended Kettle Creek Church. She was a daughter of the late Sylvester McKinnon and Rhoda Rowland McKinnon. She is survived by 5 children, Sylvester Leigh Nelson of Nashville, TN, Tonya Eriksen (Allen) Nelson of Smithfield, NC, William Bailey Nelson of Waycross, Herman Brett Nelson of Waycross, and Rhonda Bernice Nelson of Waycross; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; 3 siblings, Rhoda Merritt of Munson, MA, Virgil Scott (Sandra) McKinnon of Greenville, TN, and Dorothy McKinnon of Blackshear; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

MCKINNON, Bonnie Dale McKinnon (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 25 June 2018) Bonnie Dale McKinnon, age 68, of Valdosta passed away on Monday, June 25, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on November 11, 1949 in Waycross, GA to the late Verdie and Louise Thomas Bailey. She worked as a bank teller for Georgia Power Valdosta Federal Credit Union. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by J.C. McKinnon. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Melba McKinnon of Nashville, GA, a daughter and son-in-law, April and Jeff Harrell of Valdosta, GA, 5 grandchildren: Matt Harrell, Drew Harrell, Morgan McKinnon, Chelsea Beals, and Courtney Eason, sister and brother-in-law Mary and Albert Herring of Valdosta, GA, sister and brother-in-law, Ann and Gary Blankenship of Hahira, GA, sister-in-law Lillian Granberry of Nashville, TN, nephews and nieces: Karen Tattersall, Tracey Calvin, Anthony Herring, Angela Pitts, Ashley Blankenship and Jack Granberry. A Memorial service will be Thursday, June 28, 2018 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services.

MCKINNON, Deborah Stone McKinnon (Abstracted from the August 9, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Deborah “Debbie” Stone McKinnon, age 55, of Waycross died Thursday (Aug. 7, 2014) at her residence after an extended illness. She was born in Florida to the late Robert Stone and Ruth Stanley Stone. She made Waycross her home for most of her life. She worked many years as a nurse for Baptist Village Retirement Communities and also for Clinch Memorial Hospital in Homerville. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and fishing in both freshwater and saltwater. More than anything, she loved her children and grandchildren. She is survived by 1 daughter, Christina (Jorge) Stone, of Waycross; 1 son, Christopher “Faffa” (Cassie) McKinnon, of Waycross; 1 sister, Brenda Stone, of Waycross; 4 grandchildren, Zachary Swain, Brandon Stone, Haven McKinnon, Kelby McKinnon, all of Waycross; 3 nephews, Marlyn Stone and Jeremiah Gibbs, both of Waycross, Jason Gibbs, of Alabama; and numerous other relatives. A funeral will be Monday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel.

MCKINNON, Douglas McKinnon (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 31 December 2009) Mr. Douglas McKinnon, age 74, of Pearson, GA, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA following an extended illness. He was born on September 26, 1935, in Coffee County, Mr. McKinnon was the son of Horace and Lannie Douglas McKinnon. He was a retired farmer and had also worked at Georgia Pacific for twenty years. He was previously employed with Atkinson County Solid Waste Management Authority until poor health forced his retirement. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Pearson Ward. His wife, Shelba Dean Mizell McKinnon, a daughter, Lawana Michelle McKinnon, a son Jesse Aaron McKinnon and sister Novara McKinnon Vickers, preceded him in death. Survivors include: son: Dougie (Janice) McKinnon of Pearson, GA; daughter: Deana McKinnon Thurston of Douglas, GA; sister: Judy (Harry) Russ of Pearson, GA; brother-in-law: Elle Vickers of Douglas, GA; 4 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mr. McKinnon were Friday, November 27, 2009, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Pearson, GA. The interment followed in Satilla Memorial Gardens. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNON, Edward Grady McKinnon, Jr. (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 July 2014)

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Mr. Edward Grady “E. G.” McKinnon, Jr., age 83, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2014, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. McKinnon was born on June 21, 1931, in Douglas, GA, to the late Edward Grady McKinnon, Sr. and Estelle McDonald McKinnon. Survivors include his wife, Shelby Jean Clement McKinnon of Douglas, GA; 2 sons, Lance McKinnon of Broxton, GA; and Eddie McKinnon of Willacoochee, GA; 2 daughters, Debra Burkett of West Green, GA; and Therese Paulk of Wray, GA; 4 brothers, Henry McKinnon of Pearson, GA; Mark McKinnon of Moultrie, GA; Tommy McKinnon of Albany GA; and Jimmy McKinnon of St. Petersburg, FL; 2 sisters, Veronica Hope of Denton, TX; and Mareice Cook of Albany, GA; several grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Saturday, July 26, 2014, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at McKinnon Family Cemetery.

MCKINNON, Edwin Charles McKinnon Sr. (Abstracted from the 13 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Edwin Charles McKinnon Sr., age 75, died Saturday (Jan. 7, 2017) at his residence in Brantley County. He was a native and lifelong resident of the Waycross area. He was a strong, loving father and faithful man of God who retired from Scapa Dryers as a machinist. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles McKinnon and Mary Magdalene Douglas Mixon, and one great- grandson, Kaleb McKinnon. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Ann Lavaughn Dubose McKinnon; 5 children, Edwin Charles (Maria) McKinnon Jr., Teressa Ann (Wayne) Crawford, Mary Lucille (James) Rounds, Susan Carrie (Allen) Musgrove and Frediree Lavaughn (Steve) King; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one brother, Danny Mixon; one sister, Kathleen Cox; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorialization is by cremation. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCKINNON, Eula Stanley McKinnon (Abstracted from the November 9, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Eula Stanley McKinnon, 91, died Friday (Nov. 8, 2013) at the Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an extended illness. She was a native of Rockdale County, but lived in Waycross most of her life. She was a homemaker. She was a daughter of the late William Eli Stanley and Eva Elizabeth Farrow Stanley. She was married to the late Winferd James McKinnon. She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Nikki Nadeau, a sister, Ruby McKinnon, 2 brothers, Jack Stanley and Chester Stanley, and a third cousin, Margaret Mitchell. She is survived by 3 daughters, Teresa McKinnon (Michael) Frawley, of Waycross, Char Kiser, of Blackshear, and Cheryl Thomas, of Little Rock, AR; 3 sons, Burrell (Cynthia) McKinnon, of Hoboken, Gary (Debbie) McKinnon, of Hoboken, and Leferrel McKinnon, of Waycross; 12 grandchildren, Teresa (Tim) Pafford, Denise (Johnny) Williams, Erin Frawley, Stacie McKinnon, Jan (Chuck) Davis, Christy (Howard) McLeod, Amber McKinnon, Angela Fowler, Charles Fowler, Brad Thomas, Matt Thomas and Dana (Jon) Morgan; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great- grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNON, Faye S. McKinnon (Abstracted from the 10 August 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Faye S. McKinnon, age 81, will be Saturday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 702 Arnold McKinney Drive. She was born May 23, 1936 in Savannah (Chatham County) to the late Wilson M. Murrary and Essie Mae Armstrong. She grew up in Waycross where she received her formal education in the public school system. She was married to Leonard McKinnon and was the mother of the late Billy Smith Jr. She left Waycross at an early age and moved to Miami, FL where she resided for 57 years. While in Miami, she was a member of Mount Hope Fellowship Baptist Church and served as an usher. She worked and retired from the Dade County School System in Miami after 26 years of service as a bus driver. In retirement, she returned to Waycross and joined Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where she assisted with the House of Blessing. She also drove the bus at the Okefenokee Technical College for the Child Care Program. She enjoyed traveling and reading and was an avid bowler. She graduated in Kai Ling Do (martial arts) from the School of Self-Defense in Miami. On Saturday (Aug. 5, 2017), she transitioned to eternal life. In addition to her parents and son, she was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Smith and a brother-in-law, Calvin Hill Sr. Those left to cherish her memory include a granddaughter, Nicole Smith of Waycross; two great-grandchildren, Taylor and Kadence; two sisters, Mary Jones (Fred Jr.) and Charlie Mae Hill both of Waycross; nieces, Viejah Mayo (Russell), Juan Johnson (Corry), both of Waycross, and Dawn Fernander (McKennon), of Oviedo, FL; nephews, Fred Jones III, of St. Pete Beach, FL, Calvin Hill Jr., of Hampton, VA, Jeffery (Mignon) Hill and Kenny Hill, both of Waycross; and other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of her brother-in-law and sister, Fred Jr. and Mary Jones, 1501 Bunche St. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

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Gary McKinnon, age 64, of Hoboken, died Thursday (Dec. 13, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health after a sudden illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Winferd James McKinnon and Eula Stanley McKinnon and made Waycross and Brantley County his home for the majority of his life. He worked for CSX Railroad in the Rice Yard’s Back Shop. He retired in 2014 after 35 years with the railroad. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, the Andy Hickox Sunday School Class and the Joy Group. After his retirement from the railroad, he enjoyed stump grinding with his brother Burrell and working with all types of metal in his shop behind his house. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Kayla Danielle McLeod, his sister, Charlene McKinnon Kiser, and his brother, Leferrel McKinnon. He is survived by his wife, Debbie McKinnon of Hoboken, three children, Christy McLeod (husband, Howard) of Waycross, Amber Recob (husband, Stan) of Winter Garden, FL, Dana Morgan (husband, Jon) of Hoboken, four grandchildren, Kyce McLeod, Ellie Morgan, Abbie Morgan, Brodie Morgan, two sisters, Teresa Frawley (husband, Michael) of Waycross, Cheryl Thomas of Waycross, Burrell McKinnon (wife, Cynthia) of Hoboken, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, “Lottie Moon Christmas Offering,” 7136 Central Ave., Waycross, GA 31503.

MCKINNON, Helen McKinnon (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 6 January 2015) Mrs. Helen McKinnon, age 74, of West Green, GA, passed away Friday, November 14, 2014, following an extended illness. Mrs. McKinnon was born on April 22, 1940, in Hazlehurst, GA, to the late Ivy Rowell and Lola Bell Lewis Rowell. Survivors include her husband, Aubrey McKinnon of West Green, GA; 2 sons, Randall (Vicki) McKinnon of Douglas, GA; and Randy (Janice) McKinnon of West Green, GA; 1 daughter, Sabrina (Dennis) Chambers of Fitzgerald, GA; 2 grandsons, John (Joe Cornelius) McKinnon of Douglas, GA; and Britt (Donna) McKinnon of Waxahachie, TX; 1 granddaughter, Jessica McKinnon of Savannah, GA; step- grandchildren: Mandy Tharp of Nashville, TN, and Tammy Robetson Calahan, Fla.; 8 great grandchildren; sisters, Trelis Moore of Douglas, GA; Evelyn Kroke of North Dakota; Jeannie Cornin and Ronni Morgan both of Savannah, GA; 2 brothers, Roger Rowell and Wilton Rowell both of Jacksonville, FL; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Sunday, November 16, 2014, at Burkett Baptist Church. Interment followed at Burkett Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNON, Ingrid Sonnenberg McKinnon (Abstracted from the 5 September 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Ingrid Sonnenberg McKinnon, age 79, of Douglas, passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, GA, following a short illness. Mrs. McKinnon was born in Neidenburg, Germany on August 31, 1937, to the late Leonard Sonnenberg and the late Anna Emma Grontzki Sonnenberg. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Hanalora Blouth. Mrs. McKinnon was a homemaker and she enjoyed her family and her church family. Mrs. McKinnon was a member of Trinity Non-Denomination Church. Survivors include: husband of 59 years: Allen McKinnon of Douglas, GA, one daughter: Stephanie (Tim) Lewis of Douglas, GA, one brother: Hans (Renate) Sonnenberg of Germany, two grandchildren: Ashley (Kane) Waldron and Ryan (Taylor) Lewis both of Douglas, GA, one great grandchild: Kallen Waldron of Douglas, GA, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Saturday, September 2, 2017, at Trinity Non- Denominational Church. The interment followed in Arna Cemetery in Atkinson County. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNON, James Cecil McKinnon (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 15 March 2016) James Cecil "J.C." McKinnon, age 69, of Hahira, GA passed away at his residence Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Mr. McKinnon was born on November 30, 1946 in Coffee County, GA to the late Harvey and Ruby (Ricketson) McKinnon. Along with his parents, Mr. McKinnon was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Neal McKinnon. During his lifetime, Mr. McKinnon worked in the textile industry as a sewing machine mechanic with the Dowling Bag Company. In his later years, he worked for six years with Georgia Power Company and twelve years with Best Bet Mini Storage. Mr. McKinnon is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, Carl (Melba) McKinnon of Nashville, GA; a daughter and son-in-law, April (Jeff) Harrell of Valdosta, GA; 3 grandchildren, Matt Harrell, Drew Harrell, and Morgan McKinnon all of Valdosta, GA; 1 sister, Lillian M. Granberry of Nashville, TN; a former spouse, Bonnie McKinnon, of Valdosta, GA; 2 nephews, Jack Granberry, of Hendersonville, TN and Kris McKinnon of Alma, GA; and a cousin, Charldine Hightower, of Ambrose, GA and extended family from Douglas, GA. A memorial service will be Saturday, March 19, 2016 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Hospice of South Georgia, 2263 Pineview Dr., Valdosta, GA 31602 or VLPRA c/o Senior Center, 1901 N. Forrest St., Valdosta, GA 31601.

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(Abstracted from the 3 October 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. James Travis McKinnon, age 63, of Douglas, GA, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at CRMC. Mr. McKinnon was born January 25, 1954, in Douglas, GA, to the late Carl Jesse McKinnon and Hazel Brown McKinnon. Survivors include a son: Travis (Marguerite) McKinnon of Broxton, GA, 2 daughters: Tracy McKinnon of Wahenta, FL, Tessie McKinnon of Cleveland, GA, 1 sister: Christy McKinnon Spikes of Hazlehurst, GA, brothers: Ed (Hilda) McKinnon of Uvalda, GA, Wayne (Connie) McKinnon of Douglas, GA, Russell (Sharon) McKinnon of Douglas, GA, grandchildren: Joshua McKinnon, Carlos McKinnon, Josiah McKinnon, Taylor McKinnon, Hilaree Dale, Gabe Dale, Destiny Hollinger, Anslie Hollinger; and great grandchildren: Wesley McKinnon, Colton McKinnon and Serenity McKinnon. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Jesse McKinnon, mother, Hazel Brown McKinnon and brothers, C. F. McKinnon and Randy McKinnon. Sims Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.

MCKINNON, Leon F. McKinnon (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 22 July 2016) Mr. Leon F. McKinnon, age 92, of Crescent City, FL, passed from this life on Sunday, July 17, 2016. Mr. McKinnon was born in Atkinson County, GA, on November 2, 1923, to the late Pauline Stoeffler McKinnon Pheil and Rural McKinnon. After being discharged from the Navy following WW II, he and his wife, Ruth, made their way to Putnam County. Following in the steps of other family members, he opened a small shoe repair shop in Crescent City. It was not long before this small repair shop developed into a full department store called Leon’s. A natural businessman, several of his business ventures included a hardware store, peach farm, and KOA campground. He went on to own and operate the Family Shoe Store (Red Wing Shoe Store), McKinnon Home Furnishings, and McKinnon Furniture Outlet, all in Palatka. But his family and friends will most remember his joy of life which included his ability to tell a funny joke, the way he loved to dance and how he began most mornings with a song. Way up into his eighties he could be seen riding around town on his bicycle. His favorite part of the ride was zipping down the hill in Hubbard Park, racing towards the lake. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Ruth Harper McKinnon. Survivors include his daughter, Barbara (Robbie) Scholl of Crescent City; son, Gary (Kerry) McKinnon of Palatka; five grandchildren, Monica (Ben) Feit, Paige Nettles Thomas, Troy (Cassie) Nettles, Kacy (Jeremy) Morris, and Gary F. McKinnon, Jr.; fourteen great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. McKinnon has donated his body to the University of Florida’s Anatomical Board to be used in medical education. There will be a private memorial service held at a later date. Donations to Hospice of the Nature Coast are greatly appreciated. Arrangements are under the careful care of Clayton Frank and Biggs Funeral Home, Crescent City, FL.

MCKINNON, Randall Aubrey McKinnon (Abstracted from the 12 January 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Randall ‘Randy’ Aubrey McKinnon, age 63, of West Green, GA, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at his residence. Mr. McKinnon was born on April 17, 1954, in Coffee County, Georgia, to the late Aubrey McKinnon and late Jessie Ruth Hester McKinnon. Randy enjoyed being at home in the country with his wife of 43 years Janice McKinnon, his two sons, John and Britt, special family and friends. Mr. McKinnon would help anyone in need, and never say a word about it. He enjoyed his retirement years after several heart attacks, on the farm in his gardens and with his pets Lottie, Toby and Casey. Mr. McKinnon, loved to watch several good old timey western movies at home with wife, Janice and son, John. He loved the Lord and the simple things in life. Mr. McKinnon was of Church of God faith. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Mrs. Janice McKinnon of West Green, GA, two sons, Mr. John McKinnon of West Green, GA, and Britt and wife Donna McKinnon of Farmville, TX, father-in-law, Mr. Osbin Harper of West Green, GA, one uncle, Mr. Carlos “Red” and wife Mrs. Nell McKinnon of Douglas, GA, brother-in-Law, Mrs. Ronnie and wife Mrs. Laurice Merritt of West Green, GA, and several nieces and nephews. Randy was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Jessie Ruth McKinnon, father, Mr. Aubrey McKinnon, mother-in-law, Mrs. Annie Mae Harper, and step mother, Mrs. Helen McKinnon, his grandparents, Mr. Mac and Mrs. Fannie McKinnon. The funeral service was Friday, January 5, 2018, at Sims Funeral Home of Douglas, Georgia. Interment followed at the Calvary Full Gospel Tabernacle Cemetery, next to his mother-in- law, Mrs. Annie Mae Harper, in West Green, Georgia.

MCKINNON, Ray A. McKinnon (Abstracted from the December 2, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ray McKinnon, 54, of Hoboken, died Friday (Nov. 29, 2013) at his residence following a brief illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Oscar McKinnon and Juanita McConnell McKinnon. He loved chickens, was known as “Chicken Ray,” loved fishing and NASCAR. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Hubert Miller. He is survived by his daughters, Cathleen (Mark) Ames, Greenfield, MA, Kristina Stone, of Waycross, Erica Davis, of New York, Angela McKinnon, of Florida; his son, Christopher McKinnon, of Waycross; 10 grandchildren; his sisters, Patricia (Miguel) Aldaba, of Hoboken, Laura Jo (Lester) Landrum, of Ft. Myers, FL, Mae Miller, of Ft. Myers, FL, Shiela Jarrod, of Waycross; a brother, Leon Miller, of Tampa, FL; a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Miles-Odum 96

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MCKINNON, Selena Kim McKinnon (Abstracted from the 23 January 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Ms. Selena Kim McKinnon, age 56, of Hazlehurst, GA, formerly of Pearson, GA, passed away Friday, January 12, 2018, at her home in Hazlehurst, GA, following a brief illness. A native of Atkinson County, Ms. McKinnon was the daughter of the late Jack and Louise Vickers McKinnon. She had made her home in Atkinson County for most of her life. She was a homemaker and enjoyed reading and taking care of her pets. Survivors include two sons: Ryan Davis of Douglas, GA, and Matthew Myers Buchan of Pearson, GA, sister, Gail Strickland of Pearson, GA, several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Graveside funeral services for Mrs. McKinnon were Friday, January 19, 2018, at Satilla Memorial Gardens. Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA, was in charge of the arrangements.

MCKINNON, Terressia Lynn Merritt McKinnon (Abstracted from the 7 August 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Ms. Terressia Lynn Merritt McKinnon, age 60, of Denton, GA, passed away Tuesday July 11, 2017, at Bacon County Hospital in Alma, GA, following a short illness. She was born August 22, 1956, to the late Samuel Boyett and the late Marie Simmons Merritt. Other than her parents she was preceded in death by one sister, Brenda Merritt. Ms. McKinnon, a native of Cocoa Beach, FL, had lived in Coffee and Jeff Davis County for many years. She enjoyed her family and friends and she also enjoyed riding horses. Ms. McKinnon was a member of DeBerry Baptist Church. Survivors include 1 daughter: Michelle (Dennis) Yauger of Tampa, FL; 1 son: Andy McKinnon of Denton, GA; 2 brothers: John Merritt of Douglas, GA, and Craig Merritt of Ambrose, GA; 1 sister: Barbara Merritt of Ambrose, GA; 3 granddaughters: Andria McKinnon and Haley McKinnon both of Hazlehurst, GA, Kenley McKinnon of Denton, GA; 1 grandson: Dalton Yauger of Tampa, FL; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral service was Saturday, July 15, 2017, at Ricketson Funeral Home. The interment followed in New Hope Cemetery near Ambrose, GA.

MCKINNON, Winfred LeFerrel McKinnon (Abstracted from the 15 July 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Winfred LeFerrel McKinnon, age 68, died suddenly Thursday (July 13, 2017) in Waycross. He was born in Waycross and had lived most of his life here. He also served in the United States Army at Ft. Bragg during the Vietnam Era. He was a son of the late Winferd James McKinnon and Eula Stanley McKinnon. He was preceded in death by a sister, Charlene McKinnon Kiser. He is survived by 2 sisters, Teresa McKinnon (Michael) Frawley of Waycross, and Cheryl Thomas of Little Rock, AR, 2 brothers, Burrell (Cynthia) McKinnon of Hoboken, and Gary (Debbie) McKinnon of Hoboken, and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Monday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

MCKNIGHT, Carolyn Faye Webb McKnight (Abstracted from the Echols County News, September 4, 2013 Mrs. Carolyn Faye Webb McKnight passed away Friday, July 12, 2013. She was born December 11, 1947 in Homerville to the late Edward and Essie Young Webb. She was affectionately know as "Su". She attended the public schools of Clinch County in Homerville. She later went on to attend Job Corp and acquire a trade. She baptized and accepted Christ at a very early age. She attended Brown's Chapel AME Church and was a faithful worker. She served on the stewardess Board, as a church Missionary and sang with the church choir. She was preceded in death by her sister Mattie "Punnie" McCoy. She leaves three daughters, Susette Houston (Craig), Amanda Webb of Homerville; a son, Stephon McKnight (Sonya) of Homerville; two brothers, Carl Clayton (Barbar) of Jacksonville, Willie Wells (Lucilla) of Lakeland; brother-in-law, Clifford Colson of Pearson; seven grandchildren, Elexis, Danielle, and George Williams, Amanda and Craiesha Houston, LaRhina Morris, Michael Walker all of Homerville; four great-grandchildren, Malachi Coleman, Ashryi Triston, Zoey Williams, JaKatlin King all of Homerville; one step- sister, Patricia Walker of Homerville; three step-brothers, Joe Lee Homes (Barbar), Mose Clayton (Dee) of South Carolina, and Larry Clayton; four special aunts, Lillian "Like a Sister" Johnson (Larry), Pecola Clayton of Homerville, Bettye Dixon of Sacramento, CA, Ann Webb of New York; a special family whose helped raise her, the late James and Gussie family; and a host of relatives. A celebration of life service was held Saturday, July 20, 2013, at Brown's Chapel AME. Interment followed in Pine Forest Cemetery. McLean-Litman Funeral Home of Douglas served the family.

MCKNIGHT, Jefferey Lloyd McKnight (Abstracted from the 7 November 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Jefferey Lloyd McKnight will be Friday at First Born Church of The Living God. Interment will be in Oakland cemetery. He was born Sept. 6, 1958 in Waycross to the late Prince McKnight Jr. and Emma Mae Lloyd McKnight. 97

He received his formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Waycross High School in 1976. After graduation, he moved into the workforce, developing many different skills and trades. While working as a traveling salesman he met his lovely wife, Peggy, and her two children in 1997 in New Orleans, LA. He lived in New Orleans for four years before relocating back to Waycross with his family. It was here that he reconnected with family and longtime friends and established his church home. He rededicated his life to Christ and became a member of First Born Church of The Living God. He was faithful in his service in the church as he was in all aspects of his life. He became a vital component of his congregation, always making himself available to all those who needed him. He enjoyed the little things in life, such as a good barbecue cookout, shopping, but most of all he relished in the times he shared with his grandkids, nieces and nephews, making sure he was present at every athletic function, honors programs and birthday. He was affectionately coined “Cake Papaw” because a birthday could not go by without him getting cake and ice cream. He always found a deep empathy for the elderly and a need to help those who needed him most, never leaving those in distress, advising those who need it and was always reliable. He took extreme pride in his work and service, which was unparalleled at church, in the community and amongst his family and friends. On Saturday (Nov. 3, 2018), he departed the world suddenly. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two siblings, Kimberly McKnight Stephenson and Lorenzo McKnight. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Peggy McKnight of Waycross; daughters, Reshaunna McKnight, Keaunna Martinez (Martin Jr.), both of Ft. Myers, FL, Tiffany Oliver of Atlanta, Tabitha Mack, Tania Swilley, Deleshia Swilley and Michelle Love, all of Waycross; grandchildren, Ariaunna Saldana, Tae’Shon Saldana, La’Shon Saldana, Martin Martinez III, Martavian Martinez, Keaunni Martinez, Rodney Davis Jr., A’Zaria Oliver, Unique Cooper, Monteal Baldwin, Carter Kemp, Javont’e Evans and Jada Evans; a sister, Azuloy Burse, of Waycross; brothers, Eugene McKnight, Kevin McKnight, both of Waycross, and Larry Holmes, of Albany; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

MCKNIGHT, Jonathan Daniel McKnight – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 17 March 2021) June 15, 1972 - March 17, 2021

MCKNIGHT, Lorenzo Wayne McKnight (Abstracted from the 2 May 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Lorenzo Wayne “Hawk” McKnight, age 67, will be held Friday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 702 Arnold McKinney Drive. “Hawk,” as he was affectionately known by both family and friends, was born July 27, 1950 in Fort Worth, TX, to the late Prince McKnight and Emma Lloyd McKnight. He grew up in Waycross where he received his formal education. He was a 1968 graduate of Center High School where he was an outstanding football player. He was a former employee of CSX Transportation System. He had a witty sense of humor, always had a good joke to tell. He will be sadly missed by those who had the privilege to have known him. He departed this life Friday (April 27, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health, Waycross, after an illness. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Kimberlie McKnight Stephenson. Those left to cherish his memory include a daughter, LaShona (Charlie) Cooper of Waycross, three grandchildren, DaQuan Smith, Teshia Smith and Charlyona Cooper all of Waycross, seven great-grandchildren, brothers, Eugene McKnight of Waycross, Jefferney (Peggy) McKnight of Waycross, Larry Holmes of Albany, and Kevin McKnight of Waycross, a sister, Azuloy Burse of Waycross, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of his daughter and son-in-law home, 418 Reed St. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

MCKNIGHT, Mildred R. McKnight (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald April 14, 2006) A graveside service for Mildred Robinson McKnight, 79, who died Friday (April 7, 2006) in Shands Hospital, Jacksonville, Fla., will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Pine Forest Cemetery, Homerville. She was a native of Crisp County, but she lived in Jacksonville, Fla., most of her life. She was a pianist for various churches for many years. Her parents were the late Perry Robinson and Rose Byrom. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James McKnight. Survivors include a devoted daughter, Jacobbie Bettie McKnight, of Jacksonville, Fla.; three aunts, Annie Mae Cooper McBride, of Jacksonville, Fla., Margaret Cooper, of Chiefland, Fla., and Claretha Cooper, of Homerville; two brothers-in-law, George McKnight and Ulysses McKnight (Laura Nell), both of Homerville; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation will be this evening from 6 to 8 at Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

MCKNIGHT, William McKnight III – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 21 January 2019)

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William (Man) McKnight III departed this life Friday, January 18, 2019. A Home going celebration will be Saturday, January 26, 2019 at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 497 SW Georgetown Road, Madison, Florida. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home and Crematory.

MCKUHEN, Earnest A. McKuhen (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mr. Earnest A. “Mac” McKuhen, 79, of Perry, FL, died Friday October 1, 2010 at his residence in Perry, FL. He was born in Tift County, GA to the late George Robert and Charity Ilene Baldree McKuhen. Coming from Hollywood, FL, he had lived in Perry since 1990. He worked for many years as a Truck driver and also worked at the Perry Winn Dixie for 13 years. Mr. McKuhen was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed camping in his spare time. Preceded in death by his wife of 22 years, Josephine A. McKuhen in 2008, and a son, George Robert McKuhen II. Survived by a son; Earnest Anderson McKuhen Jr. and wife Norma of Davie, FL, (2) daughters; Allica Marline Lee and husband John of Perry, FL, Donna Fay Malone of Tallahassee, FL, (3) sisters; Pat Hall and Caroline M. Barnes, both of Quitman, GA, Diane Weeks of Ocala, FL, (5) grand-children, (7) great-grandchildren. There will be a Celebration of Mr. McKuhens Life at his residence on Saturday, October 9, 2010.

MCLAGAN, Donald Blythe McLagan (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Donald Blythe McLagan, 95, of Waycross, died Wednesday morning (Feb. 20, 2013) at his residence after an extended illness. He was born July 4, 1917, the son of Donald and Emily Podolak McLagan, and he grew up in the Bronx, NY. He married Mary Alice Truran May 14, 1942, and then entered the military service where he served as a captain in World War #II in the Army Air Corps. He is a graduate of Colgate University at Hamilton, NY, and obtained his masters degree and worked on his doctorate at New York University. He taught many classes, retiring in 1974 as a high school English teacher in Brewster, NY. The McLagans moved to Waycross in 1975. They were active in various clubs and organizations that include Okefenokee Heritage Center, co- president with Mary Alice, of the Pinecone Garden Club, co-leaders of the Federated Garden Club, member of the Heritage Center Guild, chairman of the Camellia Show and Federated Garden Club’s Christmas holiday home decoration contest, Waycross Lions Club (now the Okefenokee Lions Club). He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, former member of Trinity Keenager Choir, former teacher of the Charles Wesley Sunday School Class, former member of Trinity Senior Choir, former member of the “House of Hope” Food Distribution. Mr. and Mrs. McLagan were honored with the “Good Neighbor Award” from the Waycross Journal-Herald. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Alice Truran McLagan, in 2003 and by a great-grandson, Riley Mason White. Survivors include three daughters, Donna Hazzard (husband Richard), of Patterson, NY, Carol McLagan and Meriliss White (husband George), of Blackshear; six grandchildren, George White, Norman White (wife Lesley), Richard Hazzard Jr. (wife Carol), Dr. Timothy Hazzard (wife Kelly), Matthew Hazzard, Geoffrey Hazzard (wife Heather); and 10 great-grandchildren, Justen White, Harley White, Greer and Sloane Hazzard, Alexa, Mikayla, Kiera and Justin Hazzard, Dillan and Joshua Hazzard. A funeral will be held Saturday morning at 11 at Trinity United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 until 8 at Miles-Odum Funeral Home. A service and burial will be held in Maple Avenue Cemetery in Patterson, NY at a later date. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCLAIN, Victor McLain (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 6 July 2010) Mr. Victor McLain, age 65, of Douglas (formerly of Surrency, GA), passed away Sunday, June 20, 2010 in the Macon Northside Hospital. Memorial services were Saturday, July 3, 2010, at Bethel United Methodist Church. Survivors include: daughters: Nina Phillips of Douglas and Meghan Alexander of Jacksonville, FL; son: Jason McLain of Douglasville; sister: Ann Wood of Baxley; brother, Allan McLain of Stockbridge; grandchildren: Kayla Elliott, Michael Elliott, Cody Phillips, Kayla Phillips and Isadora McLain; and two great-grandchildren. Mr. McLain was born on December 2, 1944, in Appling County to the late Peter Franklin McLain and the late Verlie Mae Harden McLain. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church. Mr. McLain was employed by Southern Company and was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1952 Century Blvd., Suite 10, Atlanta, GA 30345. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

MCLAINE, Bobby James McLaine (Abstracted from the 13 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Bobby James McLaine, age 82, passed away Sunday (Dec. 11, 2016) at his residence, surrounded by his loving family, following an extended illness. He was born April 18, 1934, in Homerville, to the late James Louie McLaine Sr. and Eva Griffis McLaine. He was veteran of the U.S. Marines, a Mason and was an avid fisherman. He was retired from the American General Life Insurance Company after 41 years and was a member of Shiloh Church. He was preceded in death by two sisters, 99

Doris Stiles and Cecil Ann Steedley, and one brother, J. L. McLaine Jr. Survivors are his wife of 59 years, Vonnell Smith McLaine of Homerville; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Melissa and Andy Hendricks of Waycross, and Julie and John Andros of Homerville; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Susan McLaine of Homerville; 3 brothers and sisters-in-law, Jimmy and Martha McLaine, Nolan and Brenda McLaine and Kenton and June McLaine, all of Homerville; 9 grandchildren, Rick Corbitt, Jay Futch, Ken Futch, Kristi Andros, John Michael Andros, Lauren Sweat, Lindsay Linton, William Hendricks and Tristen Hendricks; 8 great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Wednesday at Shiloh Church with interment in the church cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCLAINE, Leslie Nolan McLaine (Abstracted from the 30 January 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Leslie Nolan McLaine, age 77, passed away Thursday (Jan. 24, 2019) at the Langdale Hospice House, Valdosta, following an extended illness. He was born Sept. 7, 1941, in Homerville, to the late James Louie McLaine and Eva Doris Griffis McLaine. He graduated from Clinch County High School, where he was awarded most valuable player in basketball. He joined the U.S. Air Force after graduation and was stationed in Texas, California and Pakistan. After serving his country he returned home to work in various positions until he met his wife of 54 years and started a reforestation business. When he retired from that he opened Westside Auto and Truck Parts. In the meantime he loved to travel and loved the Rocky Mountains and western states. He and his wife built a cabin in Silverton, CO, and opened the “Old Hundred Mine Tour” and would go out in the summer to open it for tourists. He was a member of New Pine Grove Church, past member of the Lions Club, Shriners and coached recreation league football when he was younger. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Doris Stiles and Cecil Ann Steedley, and two brothers, J.L. McLaine and Bobby McLaine. Survivors are his wife, Brenda Burnett McLaine, Homerville; one daughter and son- in-law, Alison and Dr. Shannon Smith, Homerville; one son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Wendy McLaine, Homerville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Jimmy and Martha McLaine and Kenton and June McLaine, all of Homerville; one half-brother and sister-in-law, Ricky and Pam Whittington, Waynesville; six grandchildren, Grace McLaine, Rebecca McLaine, Tanner McLaine, Kendell Smith, Julia Smith and Ike Smith; a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Saturday at New Pine Grove Church. Interment will be in the New Pine Grove Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or New Pine Grove Church, % Margaret Lee, 7167 Jim Mixon Road, Manor, GA 31550. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCLANE, N. S. McLane (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 27, 1959) Mr. N. S. McLane, 82, lifelong resident of Lowndes County, died at his home near Lake Park, GA last Thursday following an illness of several months. Mr. McLane is survived by his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Barney Pipkins, and Mrs. F. E. Durrance, both of Hahira; three sons, Horace McLane, of Lake Park; Remer McLane, of Madison; and Raleigh McLane, of Jacksonville; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters; and three brothers. Funeral services and interment were held Saturday at Hickory Grove Cemetery.

MCLANEY, Jimmy Clayton McLaney (Abstracted from the 8 June 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Jimmy Clayton McLaney, age 68, passed away Wednesday (June 6, 2018) at Clinch Memorial Hospital in Homerville following an extended illness. He was born Sept. 9, 1949 in Ware County to the late Willie Clay McLaney and Myrtice Dixon McLaney. He was self-employed as a forester and owned and operated J&B Forest Services, Inc. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Homerville where he served as chairman of Brotherhood, on the board of deacons and in other capacities. He lived his life as a servant of God and enjoyed helping others in any way possible. He loved his church family and all his fellowman. Survivors are his wife, Betty McLaney, one daughter, Victoria McLaney Steedley of Homerville, one son, Dr. William McLaney of Atlanta, two grandchildren, Allyssa Steedley and Bailey Steedley, both of Homerville, special cousins, Sandra Fort, of Waycross, Benny Hodges, of Blackshear, and Cindy Barber, of Waycross. The funeral will be Saturday at First Baptist Church in Homerville. Interment will be in the Blackshear City Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCLAUGHLIN, Barbara Parlor McLaughlin (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 8 July 2013) Mrs. Barbara Parlor McLaughlin, age 62, of Helena, died Wednesday, June 26, following a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be Friday, June 28, at Helena Baptist Church with burial in the Oakland (Helena) Cemetery. A native of Hazlehurst, Barbara was the daughter of Millie Crawford Parlor and the late Talmadge Parlor. A postmaster, she was a member of the National League of Postmasters. Barbara was a member of Helena Baptist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and her Sunday school 100 class. Barbara was a true warrior for Christ, witnessing everywhere she went. Survivors include her husband, Jimmy B. McLaughlin, of Helena; mother, Millie Claire Parlor, of Hazlehurst; children, Regina Kirkland (Michael) Veal, of Ambrose, Blake A. (Jennifer N.) Kirkland, of West Point, James B. McLaughlin, of McRae and Christy (Marty) Kinnett, of McRae; brother and sister, Anthony (Lataine) Parlor, of Baxley and Danice (Ashley) Smiley, of Hazlehurst; and grandchildren, Dake Veal, Dalton Veal, Kaydee Veal, Trey Kirkland, Nicholas Kirkland, Elise Kirkland and Laci Kinnett. The family welcomes flowers or contributions to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718, or to Susan G. Komen, Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309. Vaughn Funeral Home of McRae was in charge of arrangements.

MCLEAN, Jane Wells McLean (Abstracted from the 16 August 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Jane Wells McLean, beloved wife of the late William “Bill” McLean, entered her Heavenly home on Thursday, August 11, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. McLean was a caring wife and mother who loved her family dearly. She adored her children, instilling in them the virtues of graciousness, compassion, and courage through her impeccable example. She suffered throughout much of her adult life from a debilitating, painful condition, whose burden she bore without complaint, always maintaining a cheerful disposition and a positive attitude. Her passing has left a powerful void in the lives of her surviving family, who take consolation in the knowledge that she is now celebrating her new life with those of her loved ones who have preceded her to her new home. She is survived by her sons, William Y. McLean Jr. and Jonathan W. McLean; her daughter and son-in-law, Mandy and Mike Foster; her grandchildren, Vivian J. Smith, William H. McLean, Brittany M. McLean, Jonathan McLean Jr., Brandon McLean and Amanda Foster; as well as her great grandchildren; Sage and Oona Smith. A private family service will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at Platt’s Belair Road Chapel. There will be a private burial in Douglas, Georgia. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to benefit research for rheumatoid arthritis at www.arthritis.org or to the American Stroke Foundation at www.americanstroke.org. Platt’s Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCLEAN, William Youmans McLean (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 1 February 2012) Mr. William Youmans McLean of Evans, GA, died January 27, 2012. At his side were his wife of sixty years, Jane Wells McLean, and his three children, William Y. McLean, Jr. of Atlanta, Jonathan Wells McLean of Boston, Amanda McLean Foster and husband Mike, of Evans and his grandchildren. Mr. McLean was born in Vidalia, GA, in 1927. He was very young when his father, William Clayton Youmans, died. Bill was raised in Douglas by his mother, the late Alma Todd Youmans McLean, and his stepfather, the late John Archibald McLean. He graduated from Douglas High School and attended Marion Institute in Marion, Alabama, and the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. He graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in architecture. Upon graduation, Bill and his new bride, Jane Wells of Douglas and Atlanta, lived in Atlanta where he worked for a large architectural firm. After his active duty as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, he practiced architecture in Rome and Albany before establishing his own firm in Tifton. In 1974, Bill received an opportunity to serve as Chief Architect at the Medical College of Georgia where he stayed until his retirement in 1996. Bill was also dedicated to his service as a Lieutenant in the Navy and to his service as a board member of the Health Center Credit Union. He was an avid Tech fan throughout his life, and enjoyed golfing and listening to his extensive collection of music, especially jazz. His most enjoyable times were spent with his family and visiting with friends in his hometown. In addition to his wife and children, Bill is survived by 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, Vivian Jane McLean (Brian) Smith and son, Sage of Atlanta; William Henry McLean of Atlanta; Brittany, Jonathan, Jr., and Brandon McLean of Boston; and Amanda Margaret Aragon of Evans. Funeral services were held at Platt’s Funeral Home Monday, January 31, 2012. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research Church Street Station PO Box 78 New York, NY 10008-0780, or the Alzheimer’s Association 1899 Central Ave. Augusta, GA 30904. Platt’s Funeral Home of Evans was in charge of arrangements.

MCLEARY, Thomas McLeary (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, December 22, 1904) Died, on the 14th Inst., at his home in this place, Thomas McLeary, aged 60 years. It is fitting that more than incidental mention be made of this, one of Madison’s worthiest citizens. Sober, honest, industrious, he stood for all that was praiseworthy, and has forever held an invisible position in the community, commanding the respect and esteem of all that knew him. His place will be hard to fill as he died a comparatively wealthy man. In the Madison County Cemetery listings for Oak Ridge Cemetery we find a Thomas McLeary, died 14 Dec 1904, age 60 years old.

MCLEMORE, Bettye P. McLemore (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 12, 2006)

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HOMERVILLE, Bettye Parker McLemore, 77, died Tuesday (May 9, 2006) at her residence in Tulsa, Okla. following an extended illness. She was born in Clinch County, Aug. 19, 1928, to the late Frances Marion Parker and Olney Barnhill Parker. She graduated from Homerville High School in 1944, attended college in Valdosta and art school in Sarasota, Fla. before returning to Homerville to open a dress shop. She married John Robinson "Pondus" McLemore July 21, 1957 and followed him through his U.S. Air Force career living in many places across the United States. They settled in the Washington, D.C. area where they remained until after his death in 1982. She then moved to Tallahassee, Fla. to be near her mother and children where she lived until 2002 when she moved to Tulsa. Survivors include her four children and their families, Shawn and Jackie McLemore of Tallahassee, Fla.; Brian and Margaret McLemore of Preston, Md.; Sharon and Stephen Goforth of Tulsa, Okla., and Bronwyn McLemore, of Jacksonville, Fla.; six grandchildren, Hilary and Ian McLemore of Tallahassee, Fla., Connoe and Amanda McLemore of Preston, Md., and Kade and Parker Goforth of Tulsa, Okla.; and several other relatives. A graveside service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Pine Forest Cemetery in Homerville. Roundtree Funeral Home, 240 E. Dame Ave., Homerville, is serving the McLemore family.

MCLENDON, Martin Lee McLendon (Abstracted from the January 11, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Martin Lee McLendon, 45, of Blackshear, died Wednesday evening (Jan. 8, 2014) following a short illness. He was born May 9, 1968, in Ft. Rucker, AL, to the late Lewis McLendon and the late Evelyn Baker Sackett. He lived in Deltona, FL, for most of his life and moved to Blackshear in 2005. He worked for Transo and Newmark as a welder and attended New Life Assembly of God in Blackshear. Survivors include his daughter, Marina McLendon, of Blackshear; his sisters, Monica (Jerry) Allen, of Blackshear, and Eva Wandersee, of Pennsylvania; his brothers, William McLendon and Lance (Michelle) McLendon, both of Offerman; his step-father, Thomas Sackett, of Offerman; his nieces, Heather Allen and Amber Allen, both of Blackshear, Elisa Owens of Virginia, and Candance McLendon, of Florida; and several other relatives. A memorial service will take place Sunday at the home of Jerry and Monica Allen, 3610 Avant Road, Blackshear. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

MCLEOD, Mrs. Ada McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 9, 1960) Mrs. Ada McLeod, 81, passed away at her home at Pinetta Tuesday after an extended illness. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County. She leaves to mourn her loss three sons; Warren McLeod, of Macon, GA; Wallace McLeod, of Madison; and Harris McLeod, of Pinetta; one sister, Mrs. Nolie Everette, of Pinetta; and one brother, Olin Gramling, of Fort Meade; seven grandchildren, and fourteen great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives. Services were held Wednesday at the Hickory Grove Methodist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

MCLEOD, Agnes McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 2, 1942) Miss Agnes McLeod, age 71, died at the home of Mrs. Estelle McLeod in Pinetta Sunday and was laid to rest Monday in Hickory Grove cemetery.

MCLEOD, Andrew Laverne McLeod (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 7 February 2017) Andrew Laverne McLeod - better known as Buck and PawPaw passed away on February 7, 2017 at Ormond Beach Hospital. Mr. McLeod was born on April 27, 1929, he was 87 years old. He was born in Taylor County and lived here most of his life before retiring to Astor, FL. He was the son of Andrew A. and Ira Barker McLeod. He was of the Baptist Faith and served as a deacon. Mr. McLeod graduated from Taylor County High School and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He met the love of his life while in the service and married Loretta Tucker on August 3, 1952. After getting out of the service they moved to Illinois where he attended the University of Southern Illinois. They returned to Perry in 1957 where he started working for the company that was building what was later called Buckeye Cellulose. He worked and retired from Buckeye after 30 years of service. Buck had a love for family, community and country in that order. He served as a School Board member with the Taylor County School System for 16 years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and a devout Seminole fan. He was known for his awesome fish fry’s and you had to have his hush puppies. If you spent the night everyone looked forward to his famous breakfast come morning. He loved to tell jokes and fish tales of the “one that got away”. He was a member of the Perry Elks Lodge and the American Legion. Upon retirement Buck and Loretta made their home in Astor where they lived on the St. John’s River. Buck was predeceased by his parents Andrew and Ira McLeod; wife of 60 years Loretta Tucker McLeod, four sisters: Mildred Byrd, Frances Chapman, Ave Mcgee, and Myrtice Mohawk and one granddaughter Erin Walker Lawless. He is survived by a son, Andy McLeod of Sarasota; daughters Susie (Jerry) Durden of Deland, Debbie (Dennis) Poppell of Perry, and Patti Dudley of Astor; one sister, Margaret Garrett of Texas and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A memorial 102 service will be held at Burns Funeral Home on Saturday, February 11, 2017. A private family interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers you may give to your favorite charity.

MCLEOD, Dewey Alton McLeod (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 2 July 2015) Dewey Alton McLeod of Madison, FL passed away peacefully on July 2, 2015 at the age of 85. Dewey was blessed with 2 sons, Joseph O’Neal McLeod and Alton Dennis McLeod. In addition to his 2 sons, he is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 10 great- grandchildren. Dewey was born in Greenville, FL on November 7, 1929 to Joseph Lloyd and Rosa Belle McLeod. Dewey attended Greenville High School until 11th grade and continued his education at Mainland High School in Daytona Beach, FL where he later graduated in 1947. Not only did Dewey serve as an auto mechanic for the United States Army during the Korean War from January 30, 1951 until January 16, 1953, he also worked as an auto mechanic for Aucilla Christian Academy. Dewey seemed to have a heart for mechanics, also working for Cantey Motors in Madison, FL, working as a fleet mechanic for a local dairy company, and serving as a school bus mechanic for Volusia county schoolboard. Additionally, Mr. McLeod was not only a Boy Scout leader, he also helped the founding of the Hamburg-Lovett Fire Department and served as the president for countless years. Aside from his work life, Dewey was married to the beautiful Mildred Starling McLeod. The lively two wed on August 12, 1951 and shared 57 years of marriage till her untimely death in 2008. Dewey was loved as a husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He will never be forgotten and he will be sorely missed not only by his family, but by the community. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison is handling the local arrangements. He will be interned at Shady Rest Cemetery in Holly Hill, FL. The family asks that any donations should be sent to the Hamburg-Lovett Fire Department at 876 NW Bailey Grade Rd. Greenville, FL 32331 in his name.

MCLEOD, Estelle McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 17, 1956) Estelle McLeod, age 86, passed away Wednesday in Jacksonville after an extended illness. She was a native of Hamilton County, but had spent most of her life in Madison County. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Carl Boyd, of Pinetta; one step-son, T. S. McLeod, of Madison and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Hickory Grove Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Gary McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 5, 1949 & August 12, 1949) Gary McLeod, the little 8-months-old blue baby who captured the hearts of so many local people in his fight for life against an incurable heart condition, passed away Sunday night at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Pershing McLeod. Gary leaves to mourn him his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. A. P. McLeod, his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Lewis, step-grandfather, Mr. Ollin Hendry and grandmother Hendry; three sisters, Peggy Ann McLeod; Loretta McLeod, and a twin sister, Sherry Sue McLeod and a host of uncles, aunts, and cousins. He was laid to rest at Walker Cemetery near Lamont, Tuesday afternoon.

MCLEOD, Hugh McLeod (Abstracted from John Bullard 29 June 2020) Mr. Hugh “Jack” McLeod, age 90, died Saturday, June 27, 2020 surrounded by his family at his home in Madison, FL. He was born and raised in Coffee County, AL and was the eldest son of the late R. V. and Willie Pearl McLeod. Having spent most of his life in agriculture, the last 43 years were spent in Madison, which he considered home. Jack was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Madison for 43 years, where he served many years as a deacon, taught Sunday School for children and worked with children of all ages in the AWANA Program as well as mentoring local youth throughout Madison County. He is survived by his wife of nearly 70 years, Mrs. Betty Jean McLeod; son, Kenneth (Margie) McLeod of Madison; grandson, Jack (Leslie) McLeod of Madison; granddaughter, Becky (Kyle) Launius of St. Petersburg; two great-grandchildren, Sean and Summer McLeod of Madison; one brother, Max (Nell) McLeod of Whittier, NC; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, R. V. and Willie Pearl McLeod, and one brother, Gerald McLeod. A funeral service will be held on June 30, 2020 at First Baptist Church of Madison at 11:00am, Interment will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the AWANA Program at First Baptist Church of Madison, P.O. Box 307, Madison, Fl. 32341. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, Florida is assisting the family with arrangements.

MCLEOD, James Gordon McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 28, 1967) James Gordon McLeod, age 78, died Saturday in the local hospital after a brief illness. He was a retired post master of Pidcock, GA and was also engaged in farming and the grocery business. Mr. McLeod was born in Thomas County, GA. Survivors are two 103 daughters, Mrs. W. T. Powell of Madison with whom he made his home and Mrs. Clarke Watkins of Albany, GA; one step-son George Howell, Sr., of Macon, GA; one brother Hubert McLeod of Boston, GA; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday in the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Madison with burial in the Boston, GA Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Jesse Perry McLeod (Abstracted from information received from June Spear 25 March, 2015) Jesse Perry (J.P.) McLeod, died peacefully at his home in Quitman, Ga., on March 22, 2015. He was born to Shelton Wardlaw McLeod and Bonnie Thigpen McLeod on March 16, l947, in Madison County, FL, where he lived for his first two years. He then moved with his family to Quitman where he spent most of the rest of his life, with short intervals in Kentucky and West Virginia. A graduate of Brooks County High School and Valdosta State College, he early developed an aptitude for the building trade which he practiced for many years, most recently as supervisor of maintenance for the Quitman Housing Authority. He enjoyed quail hunting with his friends and became a skilled marksman. He particularly loved working with the dogs who assisted with the hunts. His mark in trade among those who knew him was his boundless repertoire of jokes which he enjoyed sharing. A passionate fan of University of Georgia football, he traveled with fellow fans for many years to see the Bulldogs play. J.P. was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, Dorothy (Dottie) Bearden McLeod, and by his nephew, George William Sherling. He is survived by his loving daughter, Carrie Ann McLeod, of Louisville, KY; sister, Lou Ann McLeod (George) Sherling; niece, Laura Sherling (Adrian) Dunning; and great-nephew and niece, Anderson and Ann Shelton Dunning, all of Birmingham, AL. Memorial services will be held at Quitman First Baptist Church on Saturday, March 28, 2015. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Langdale Hospice House, 2263 Pineview Drive, Valdosta, GA 31602.

MCLEOD, Jimmie McLease McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 14, 1969) Mrs. Jimmie McLease McLeod, age 79, widow of the late Mr. T. S. McLeod, died suddenly Friday. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Buchanan and was a member of Hickory Grove Methodist Church. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. J. O. Simmons of Perry, and Mrs. Doyle Brown of Madison; and two sons, Neal McLeod and Henry F. McLeod, both of Madison; nine grandchildren; four brothers, Will Buchanan and Joe Buchanan both of Pinetta; S. J. Buchanan of Dade City; and Robert Buchanan of Winter Haven; four sisters, Mrs. W. E. Blair and Mrs. Sallie Williams, both of Madison; Mrs. Frances Bennett of Macclenny; and Mrs. Jessie Harrington of Soperton, GA. Funeral services were held Sunday at Hickory Grove Methodist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

MCLEOD, Joseph O’Neal McLeod (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 25 December 2016) MADISON: Joseph O’Neal McLeod, age 61, died Sunday, December 25, 2016 at his home. Funeral Services will be Friday, December 30, 2016 at Beggs Funeral Home with burial at Walker Cemetery, Lamont, FL. He was born in Daytona Beach and moved to Madison in 1982. He was a retired mechanic and of the Baptist faith. He is survived by 2 daughters: Jessica McLeod Capone and Jennifer McLeod; 1 brother, Dennis McLeod, and 7 grandchildren.

MCLEOD, Julia McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 15, 1912) Miss Julia McLeod, an aged lady living three miles north of the city, died at her home Wednesday night. Miss McLeod had a number of friends all over the county, and they will all be pained to learn of her passing away. She leaves one brother, Columbus McLeod, to mourn her demise, besides a number of relatives and hosts of friends. The remains were brought to Madison yesterday, and interred in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCLEOD, June Laverne McLeod Published in Tallahassee Democrat on October 31, 2003 June Laverne McLeod, 62, a retired school teacher, died Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Henry McLeod. The service will be at 11 a.m. EST Saturday at Boyd United Methodist Church in Boyd, with burial at the church cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. EST today at the chapel of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry (850-584-4149. Other survivors include a brother, Rudolph Parker (wife Iris) of Perry, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Arvel Parker.

MCLEOD, Kayla Danielle McLeod (Abstracted from the 6 June 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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Kayla Danielle McLeod, age 20, of Waycross, died Saturday (June 4, 2016) in Statesboro from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born Feb. 16, 1996 in Waycross to Howard and Christy McKinnon McLeod. She was a 2014 honor graduate of Brantley County High School, where she was very successful academically and athletically. She was a member of the Brantley County Heron softball team for four years. The team’s accomplishments included a region championship and an Elite 8 appearance in the state tournament. She was also a member of the Southern Fusion traveling softball team. She was a member of the Brantley County Girls golf team that earned a spot and competed in the state golf tournament. After her graduation from Brantley County, she pursed higher education at Georgia Southern University. Just finishing her sophomore year in May, she was involved in intramural softball and flag football. Her greatest devotion and love while attending Georgia Southern was her sorority, Alpha Omicron Pi. She loved her sorority sisters and enjoyed every minute she was able to spend with them. She was a very artistic and creative person, who became a very accomplished painter. She was a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Lewis Spears, Carolyn Spears and Linton McLeod; her paternal great-grandparents, John Fletcher McLeod, Adrienne McLeod, John Sheffield, Vena Sheffield and Erwin Spears; and her maternal great-grandparents Cecil Lynn, Aline Lynn, Evelyn Lynn, Winfred James McKinnon and Eula McKinnon. She is survived by her parents, Howard and Christy McLeod of Waycross; her brother, Kyce McLeod of Waycross; her maternal grandmother, Mary Lynn (Ira Taylor) of Waycross; maternal grandfather, Gary (Debbie) McKinnon of Hoboken; paternal step-grandmother, Kristina Spears of Kingsland; paternal great-grandmother, Juanita Spears of Hickox; aunts and uncles, Amber (Stan) Recob of Winter Garden, FL, Brian (Holly) McLeod of Waycross, Nicole (Duck) Causey of Hortense, Kristin (James) Carver of Hortense, Dana (Jon) Morgan of Hoboken, Brandon Rosencranse of Lakeland, FL; and numerous other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Burial will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Hickox. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Kayla to the Juvenile Arthritis Foundation, c/o Alpha Omicron Pi, 102 Olympic Blvd., Statesboro, GA 30458.

MCLEOD, Kelly Doster McLeod (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Memorial services for Kelly Doster McLeod, 32, of Brunswick, formerly of Thomasville will be held Monday, May 14, 2012 at Trinity Anglican Church in Thomasville. Mr. McLeod was born on August 26, 1979 in Thomasville and departed this life on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center in Brunswick. A graduate of Thomasville High School, Mr. McLeod was also a member of the band. He would go on to attend Southwest Georgia Technical College in Thomasville where he obtained a degree in Respiratory Therapy. After obtaining this degree he became a Nationally Registered Respiratory Therapist and used this knowledge to enlighten others as a teacher at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah. During his time there he would go on to be employed as a Respiratory Therapist at Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center in Brunswick. Mr. McLeod attended Trinity Anglican Church in Thomasville. He is described by family as an avid fisherman and loved watching FSU football. Survivors to cherish his memory include his daughter Katie Marie McLeod of Bon Aqua, TN; parents Patrick McLeod, Sr. and Sharon Doster McLeod of Thomasville; brother Patrick McLeod, Jr. of Brunswick; niece Natalie Kristin McLeod of Cambridge, England; aunt and uncle Brenda and Jim Nobles of Georgetown; aunt and uncle Donna and Steve Harris of Albany; uncle and aunt Danny and Fran Foster of Leary; aunt and uncle Tina and Bobby Ingram of Rocky Face; aunt Enneis Haney of Ft. Myers; FL and a number of cousins. He was preceded in death by his uncle William Z. McLeod, Jr.; grandparents William Z., Sr. and Mary E. McLeod, Edwin V. Doster, and Jack and Lois Riggs. In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Kelly McLeod to the Building Fund of Trinity Anglican Church, P.O. Box 112, Thomasville, GA 31799.

MCLEOD, Laura Andrews McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 25, 1962) Laura Andrews McLeod, age 75, passed away at her home at Greenville Friday following a long illness. Mrs. McLeod was born in Jefferson County, but had lived in Greenville since she was a young girl. She was the widow of the late T. P. McLeod, Sr., prominent resident of Greenville who was active in business and civic affairs for many years. She is survived by four sons, T. P. McLeod, Jr.; Sidney McLeod; and James D. McLeod, all three of Greenville; and Sheldon McLeod, of Quitman; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and one sister, Mrs. O. J. Clayton, of Quincy. Funeral services were held Saturday in the Greenville Baptist Church with interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Leila Dasher McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 17, 1969) Leila Dasher McLeod, age 81, of Valdosta died November 24th in Valdosta after a long illness. She was a native of Lowndes County and a member of Gordon Street Church of Christ. Survivors include four sons, five daughter and two brothers; I. J. Dasher of Valdosta and Adolph Dasher of Madison, FL. Funeral services were held in Forest Park Church of Christ with burial in Hickory Grove Cemetery.

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MCLEOD, Loretta J. McLeod (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Loretta J. McLeod, 79, a resident of Astor, FL passed away June 3, 2011 in Green Cove Springs, FL following an extended illness. Mrs. McLeod was born on May25, 1932 in Milwaukee, WI. She was a longtime past resident of Perry before moving to Astor several years ago. Mrs. McLeod was a member of the New Home Baptist Church of Perry; she also was a past Sunday school teacher at the First Presbyterian Church of Perry. As a young woman Mrs. McLeod entered in the Army rising to the rank of Sgt. Mrs. McLeod was the administrator for the Taylor County Health Dept. for many years; she was volunteer with American Red Cross; she also was past leaders of the girl scouts and brownies in Perry for several years; she was a certified cosmetologist. Mrs. McLeod thoroughly enjoyed bowling, fishing, and liked to cook and bake. She is pre deceased by her parents Roy and Myrtle Bailey and a brother Robert Tucker. Mrs. McLeod is survived by her husband of 59 years Mr. Buck McLeod of Astor; a son Andy McLeod and his wife Darnell of Perry; daughters Susie Durden and her husband Jerry of Deland, Debbie Carlton and her husband Joey of Perry, and Patti Dudley of Astor; her brothers Jack and George Bailey both of DeFuniak Springs, and Richard Bailey of Pensacola; her sisters Barbara Braswell of DeFuniak Springs and Darlene Lund of Kings Mountain, N.C. Mrs. McLeod also has 13 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews surviving her. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10 am in the Joe P. Burns Funeral Home chapel with burial following at Woodlawn Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Mary McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 15, 1970) Mary McLeod, age 75, widow of John McLeod died Tuesday in DeLand, FL after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom Mathers of the Lamont section, and was a member of the Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Mors Dora Murphy of DeLand, FL; and Mrs. Vivian Woodle of Ocala; one son, Alan McLeod of Belle Glade; two sisters, Mrs. R. D. Shirling of Perry and Mrs. Walter Bishop of Lamont; five brothers, Roy Mathers of Immokalee; Roland Mathers of Steinhatchee, Ewell Mathers of Greenville; Fraley Mathers and R. J. Mathers, both of Miami; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Thursday in Evergreen Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Mildred Starling McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, December 17, 2008) Funeral service for Mildred Starling McLeod, 76, who died Sunday, December 14, 2008 in Madison, Florida, will be held Thursday, December 18, 2008 at the Dale Woodward Funeral Chapel, 167 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill. Interment will follow in the Shady Rest Cemetery, Holly Hill. Her family moved to the Daytona area when she was 12. A graduate of Mainland High School, she and her husband returned to Madison County about 25 years ago. Mrs. McLeod was a homemaker, who enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with her family. Mrs. McLeod was also a long time member of the Hamburg Lovett Volunteer Fire Department. She was preceded in death by her brother, Travis Starling. Survivors include her loving husband of 57 years, Dewey McLeod; 2 sons, Neal McLeod of Madison, and Dennis (Tammy) McLeod of Daytona Beach; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Waunell (John) Edwards of Daytona Beach; 1 brother, Larry Starling of Holly Hill; a sister-in- law, Paula Starling; and several nephews and nieces. She will be missed by all. Donations in Mildred's name can be made to the Big Ben Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida 32308.

MCLEOD, Norman Wightman McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 26, 1956) Dr. Norman Wightman McLeod, 78, of Monticello died in a Thomasville hospital Wednesday. The well-known physician practiced medicine for years in Aucilla and Greenville. Dr. McLeod is survived by his widow, three sons, three daughters, twelve grandchildren and two brothers. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian Church in Monticello yesterday afternoon with interment in the Monticello Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Mrs. Ollie McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 5, 1952) Mrs. Ollie McLeod, age 71, a lifetime citizen of Madison County, died August 29, at her home on the Troy Road. Mrs. McLeod is survived by four daughters: Mrs. Mitchell Ray, of Bowling Green, KY; Mrs. Mae Phillips, of Madison; Mrs. Lillie Taylor, of LA Porte, IN; and Mrs. Paul Branner, of Perry; four sons, Council, Albert and L. W. McLeod, of Madison, and Clyde McLeod of Lakeland; and seven grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Mt. Olive Church Sunday with interment in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville.

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MCLEOD, Patrick Robertson McLeod (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 19 December 2020) Patrick "Pat" Robertson McLeod, age 72, of Thomasville, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020. A private family Graveside Service will be at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. Mr. McLeod was born in Lake City, FL to the late William Zachariah McLeod, Sr. & Mary Enneis McLeod on June 12, 1948. He married Sharon Doster McLeod on June 15, 1975 in Thomasville, who survives. He received a Master's Degree in Education from Valdosta State University with an Undergraduate Degree from Florida State University. He worked for Thomas Technical Institute as the Vice President of Student Affairs. He was a Charter Member of Trinity Anglican Church and was active in Thomasville Rotary Club, Thomasville Jaycee's, Glen Arven Country Club, and Amsterdam Hunting Club. Survivors include, his wife, Sharon Doster McLeod of Thomasville, GA, his son, Patrick Robertson McLeod, Jr. of Roswell, GA, granddaughters, Natalie Kristina McLeod of Cambridge, England, and Katie Marie McLeod of Cairo, GA, and his sister, Enneis M. Haney of Ft. Myers, FL. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by, a son, Kelly Doster McLeod and brother, William Zachariah McLeod, Jr. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Trinity Anglican Church - 325 W. Jackson St., Thomasville, GA 31792.

MCLEOD, Pearlie Mae Mcleod (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Pearlie Mae McLeod, age 79, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at her daughter's residence. She was born on April 5, 1934 in Live Oak, FL. She worked a number of years with Dowling Bag and Texture Tech. However, most of her life she did what she enjoyed best, being a mother and grandmother. She was a member of the Gateway Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Daniel & Pearl Sanders and Mose & Mabel Townsend; her husband, Harris McLeod, Jr.; and a daughter, Jackie McLeod. Her survivors include: Fiancé Capers Drew of Valdosta, GA; 3 daughters & sons-in-law, Gayle Heard & Jerry Miller of Albany, GA; Gloria & Jim Herndon of Dupont, GA; Barbara & Jack Coker of Dasher, GA; son & daughter-in-law, Robert & Nancy McLeod of Valdosta, GA; seven grandchildren; Traci Poer (Kenneth), Angela Hunt (Lee), Jamie McConnell (Chaz), Robert McLeod, Jr. (Katie), Trent McLeod, Trena Thompson (Jake), Sara Vallee (Jarrett), eight great-grandchildren, and brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Fred & Cathy McLeod of Cherry Lake, FL. Graveside services will be Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Sunset Hill Cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the family.

MCLEOD, Ronald McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 2, 1938) Ronald McLeod, two year old son of Mrs. Mary McLeod and grandson of Mr. and Mrs. H. K. Jones, died Wednesday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the Jones residence in this city, where Mrs. McLeod and Ronald have resided since the death of the boy’s father. The little one had been critically ill for several weeks. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Survivors are the grief-stricken young mother and grandparents, and two aunts, the Misses Elizabeth and Frances Jones.

MCLEOD, Shelton W. McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 16, 1970) QUITMAN - Shelton W. McLeod, age 59, of 1006 North Jefferson Street, died suddenly at Brooks County Hospital Monday after a short illness. He was born in Greenville, FL and moved to Brooks County 20 years ago. He was employed by Tri-County Electric Company in Madison, FL and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Quitman. Survivors include his wife, the former Bonnie Thigpen; a daughter, Miss Lou Ann McLeod of Thomasville; a son, J. P. McLeod of Quitman and two brothers, Thomas P. McLeod Jr., and James D. McLeod of Greenville. Funeral services were held Wednesday at First Baptist Church with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Sidney D. McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 2, 1965) Sidney D. McLeod, age 52, died at his home in Greenville Sunday after a long illness. He was a lifelong resident of Greenville and a prominent and progressive citizen of the county. Before his retirement he had been engaged in the Service Station and Appliance business for many years. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. T. Perry McLeod, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Sidney McLeod; one daughter, Miss Rebecca McLeod and one son, Draffin McLeod all of Greenville; three brothers, T. P. McLeod, Jr., and Jim McLeod, both of Greenville; and Shelton McLeod of Quitman, GA. Funeral services were held Monday in the Greenville Baptist Church with interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

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T. P. McLeod, Sr., 76, a lifelong and prominent resident of Greenville, died Sunday in the Quitman hospital after an extended illness. Mr. McLeod, owner of the McLeod Furniture Company, in Greenville, was in the mercantile and furniture business there for more than fifty years. He was an original stockholder and organizer of the Greenville Bank in 1905. He serviced as County Commissioner for twenty years and also served various terms on the Greenville Town Council and was a former mayor. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Laura Andrews McLeod, of Greenville; four sons, T. P. McLeod, Jr.; James McLeod; and Sidney McLeod, all three of Greenville; and Shelton McLeod, of Quitman; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and two sisters, Mrs. Joe Andrews, of Greenville; and Mrs. Mandy Goza, of Washington, DC. Funeral services were held Monday at the Greenville Baptist Church with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.

MCLEOD, T. S. McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 11, 1966) T. S. McLeod, age 87, passed away Friday in the Madison hospital following a lengthy illness. Mr. McLeod was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Warren McLeod, a prominent pioneer family. He was engaged in farming and was a member of Hickory Grove Methodist Church. Surviving relatives are his wife, Mrs. T. S. McLeod of Madison; two daughters, Mrs. J. O. Simons of Perry; and Mrs. Doyle Brown of Madison; two sons, Neil S. McLeod and Henry F. McLeod, both of Madison; nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday in Hickory Grove Methodist Church with interment in the church cemetery. Elmer’s Notes; From the Florida Death Index we find that his full name was Thomas Smith McLeod

MCLEOD, Thomas Jackson McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 21, 1969) Thomas Jackson McLeod, age 58, was killed in an automobile accident Tuesday near Howell, Michigan. McLeod was a native of Greenville and had lived most of his wife in Taylor County. He was a welder in construction work. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ava W. McLeod; three sons, Billy McLeod and Jerry McLeod, both of Marianna; Jack McLeod of Tallahassee; his mother, Mrs. Arie Hendry of Shady Grove; two brothers, Elmer McLeod of Wacissa; and A. P. McLeod of Eridu; four sisters, Mrs. A. G. Sheffield of Shady Grove; Mrs. Harry Gates of Orlando; Mrs. W. Curtis Tedder of Tallahassee; Mrs. John Harris Andrews of Perry; and several grandchildren.

MCLEOD, Thomas Perry McLeod, Jr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 13, 1970) Thomas Perry McLeod, Jr., age 63, a lifelong resident of Greenville, died in the local hospital Sunday November 8, 1970 after an illness of several months. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Perry McLeod, Sr. Associated with the Bank of Greenville since 1928 he had served at its President since 1961. He was active in the Greenville Baptist Church, serving as clerk from 1928 to 1948; Sunday school superintendent from 1935 until his passing; Deacon from 1941 to his passing; trustee from 1949 until death; and treasurer from 1925 until his death. He was a Mason, member of the Greenville Civic Club and a member of the Madison County School Board for 14 years. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Bernice Sale McLeod of Greenville; one daughter, Mrs. Hjalma Johnson of Birmingham; one brother, Jim of Greenville and a number of other relatives. Funeral services were held Tuesday November 10, 1970 in the Greenville Baptist Church with interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Tommy Joe McLeod (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Tommy Joe McLeod, age 77, passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2010 at his residence. He was a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County and was the son of the late Jesse Everett McLeod and Jeanette Lundy McLeod. Mr. McLeod was an active member of the 1st Assembly of God and worked for Badcock’s Furniture for 48 years as a Salesman. He was a member of the Taylor Senior Citizens Center and the afternoon McDonald’s club. Preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Theora McLeod in 2005. Survived by a daughter; Antoinette “Toni” (Jerry) Singletary of Tallahassee, FL, (3) sisters; Molly Sheffield, Patricia Glover and Spence McLeod, all of Perry, FL, (2) grandchildren; Jennifer Daniels of Mayo, FL, and Mary Beth Singletary of Tallahassee, FL, (2) great-grandchildren; Brooke and Justin Spradley. Memorial Services will be held at the 1st Assembly of God on Wednesday, April 21, 2010.

MCLEOD, Mrs. W. A. McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 25, 1964) Mrs. W. A. McLeod, age 88, died at her home in Perry Sunday of a heart attack and funeral services were held Tuesday in that city. Mrs. McLeod was a native of Madison County but had lived in Taylor County most of her life. Mrs. Sallie O’Quinn of Madison, a sister, is among the survivors. 108

Elmer’s notes: The obituary did not give her given name. According to the Florida Death Index her name was Rosa Ella McLeod.

MCLEOD, Willie McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 24, 1969) Willie McLeod, age 55, died Sunday at his home in Valdosta. He was a native of Brooks County and a member of the Third Avenue Church of God. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Billy R. Jackson of Lakeland, GA; Mrs. W. R. Phillips and Mrs. Raymond Cater, both of Valdosta; two sons Jesse R. McLeod of Tifton and W. H. McLeod of Gainesville, FL; his mother, Mrs. Maggie Godwin; two sisters, Mrs. Phillip Colson and Mrs. Pete Williams, all of Madison, a brother Henry Godwin of Miami and ten grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday in Sardis Baptist Church with burial in Carter Cemetery.

MCLEOD, Zachariah Marion McLeod (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 17, 1952) Zachariah Marion McLeod, age 68, lifelong and prominent citizen of Greenville, died October 10th in a Thomasville, GA hospital. He was in the mercantile business in Greenville for many years. He was a former member of the Town Council of Greenville and of the Madison County School Board. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Lela Bishop McLeod; two sons, Marion, of Jacksonville; and Williams, of Live Oak; two daughters, Mrs. Fred Vickers, of Detroit; and Mrs. Doris Bridges, of Jasper; a brother, T. P. McLeod, of Greenville; two sisters, Mrs. J. F. Andrews, of Greenville and Mrs. Amanda Goza, of Washington, DC. Funeral services were held Sunday at the residence in Greenville. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery.

MCMANNEN, Ouida Howell McMannen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 28, 1969) Madison friends of Mrs. Ouida Howell McMannen, age 74, of 1894 Brenda Drive, Austell, GA regretted to learn of her death Tuesday March 4th in Cobb General Hospital. Mrs. McMannen lived here about 17 years while her husband, Mr. W. R. McMannen was Pharmacist at Smith Drug Store. They came to Madison from Live Oak and attended the Presbyterian Church here. Mrs. McMannen was pianist in a number of organizations. Funeral services were held in Bethel Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. McMannen is survived by a daughter, Mrs. H. E. Drawdy of Austell, GA; and a sister Mrs. Kermit Rippey of Tampa.

MCMANNEN, Walter Raleigh McMannen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 22, 1950) W. R. McMannen died Wednesday in the Madison County Memorial Hospital where he had been under treatment a week. He had been in failing health for more than a year. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. W. R. McMannen, one daughter, Mrs. Howell E. Drawdy, of Atlanta; one granddaughter, Kathryn Drawdy, of Atlanta; one sister, Mrs. L. Fitzgerald, of Perry, FL, and an aunt, Mrs. Linda Delegal, of White Springs, FL. Funeral services were held at the McMannen residence Thursday morning. Interment was in the family plot in the Jennings Cemetery. Walter Raleigh McMannen was born in Houston, FL March 17, 1884. For thirteen years he was connected with Smith Drug Store here as pharmacist, retiring about a year ago,

MCMICHAEL, Clarence A. McMichael (Abstracted from the 20 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Clarence A. “Buddy Mack” McMichael, age 77, died Saturday (March 18, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following an extended illness. He was born in Sarasota, Fl, but had resided in Waycross since he was 11 years old. He was also retired from Swisher International/King Edward Cigar Factory. He was a son of the late Clarence McMichael Sr. and Alice Ethel Landon McMichael. He was preceded in death by a son, Curtis Allen McMichael, a grandson, Skyler McMichael, and two sisters, Joann Thompson and Betty O’Quinn. He is survived by his wife, Betty Thompson McMichael of Waycross; 5 children, Stephen (Katrina) McMichael of Waycross, Ronnie McMichael of Folkston, Brantley (Sue Ann) Thrift of Waycross, Quinton (Rachel) McMichael of Waycross, and Storm McMichael of Waycross; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorialization will be by cremation. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his honor to the Georgia Natural Resources Foundation, 2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SE, Suite 1252 East, Atlanta, GA 30334. One may also donate to the Okefenokee Humane Society, 1501 Blackwell St., Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

MCMICHAEL, Curtis Allen McMichael Sr. (Abstracted from the January 23, 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Curtis Allen McMichael Sr., age 54, died Sunday (Jan. 18, 2015) at St. Vincent’s Medical Center after a brief illness. He was a native of Ware County but lived most of his life in Charlton County. He loved fishing and gardening. He was of the Baptist faith. 109

He was retired from SCX Railroad. He is survived by a wife, Vickie Willis McMichael, of Folkston; 6 sons, Cory Steverson, of Waycross, Joseph Martin McMichael and William McMichael, both of Pennsylvania, Curtis A. McMichael Jr., of Waycross, Justin Lowe, of Folkston, Ian King, of Atlanta; 1 daughter, Christy Justice, of Blackshear; his mother, Christine J. McMichael Willis (Alan Lynwood), of Folkston; his father, Clarence (Betty) McMichael; 5 brothers, Stephen Shane (Katina) McMichael, of Waycross, Ronald Kevin McMichael, of Folkston, Brantley L. (Liz) Thrift, of Waycross, Quinton (Rachel) McMichael, of Waycross, and Storm McMichael, of Waycross; 9 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial will be Saturday at Shepherd Funeral Home, Folkston.

MCMILLAN, Caiden Andre McMillan (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, August 25, 2010) Caiden Andre McMillan, infant son of David Malcolm and Amanda McMillan, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2010 in South Georgia Medical Center. A graveside service was held Saturday, August 14, 2010, in Lang Church Cemetery in Clinch County. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the McMillan family.

MCMILLAN, Donald Edwin McMillan (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Graveside services for Donald Edwin McMillan, 77, of Thomasville are Monday, January 9, 2012 at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mr. McMillan died January 5, 2012 at Archbold Medical Center. He was born August 23, 1935 in Ochlocknee to the late Edwin Henry McMillan and Carrie Diola Ruff McMillan. He was married to Patricia Ann McMillan on June 5, 1987 in Thomasville. He was an over the road truck driver and owner of McMillan Trucking Co., a Thomas County Central High School alumni and of the Christian faith. His grandson Lee Wilcox has been his sidekick during his sickness and the family would like to acknowledge the kindness and care of Dr. Daryl Crenshaw, Kim Wade and staff. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Ann McMillan of Thomasville; daughters, Virginia Lee Nichols of Monticello, FL, Dawna Faye Gunthrop of St. Petersburg, FL, Suzanne Louise McMillan of Lakeland, FL; son, Donald Edwin McMillan Jr. of Thomasville; daughter, Tracy Ann Mitchell of New Jersey; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and his sister, Faye Skiles.

MCMILLAN, Douglas Wayne McMillan (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, August 28, 2013) Douglas Wayne McMillan, 54, of Homerville died Thursday, August 22, 2013 at his daughter’s house in Blackshear after an extended illness. He was born in Valdosta to the late Benjamin and Deon Smith McMillan. Mr. McMillan lived in Homerville most of his life and was a painter. He always enjoyed fishing and car racing. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one son, Douglas Wayne McMillan, Jr.; one brother, Benji McMillan. Survivors include one daughter, Crystal Llamas and her husband Joshua of Blackshear; one sister, Judy Johnston of Homerville; four brothers, Jackie McMillan and his wife Katrina of Valdosta, David McMillan and his wife Mary Lynn of Homerville, Alan McMillan and his wife Missy of Waycross, Joey McMillan of Homerville; seven grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral service was held Sunday, August 25, 2013 at Turner Church in Enigma. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCMILLAN, Elizabeth Barber McMillan (Abstracted from the May 24, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Elizabeth Barber McMillan, age 77, died Friday (May 23, 2014) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House following a brief illness. She was a native and life-long resident of Ware County. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd B. Barber and Morhea Simpson Barber. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Ester Barber, and a brother, Curtis James Barber. She was a devout member of Gilchrist Park United Methodist Church and was a former volunteer with Satilla Care Center. She was retired from Sears and later worked with the State of Georgia in Job Placement for Senior Citizens. Survivors include 2 sons, Charles (Terri) Foster, of St. Louis, Mo., and Rodney Foster, of Waycross; 5 grandchildren, Kelly Foster, Dawn Ray, Christin Foster, Kaylee Foster and Charles Foster Jr.; and 4 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Monday at Oakland Cemetery.

MCMILLAN, Florence Young McMillan (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 14, 1972) Florence Young McMillan, age 82, died Friday in the Happy Rest Home near Madison. She was born in Madison County, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Washington Young. She was the widow of the late Mr. J. Malcolm McMillan and a member of the Pinetta First Baptist Church. Survivors are 2 sons, George Aubrey McMillan of St. Petersburg; and Archie Young McMillan of Little Rock, AR; 1 daughter, Mrs. Julia Cannon of Eustis, FL; 12 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 1

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MCMILLAN, J. M. McMillan (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 10, 1944) J. M. McMillan passed away Wednesday morning at his home in the Pinetta section. Funeral will be held at Ocilla, GA but the time has not yet been set. Mr. McMillan is survived by his wife and five children: Mrs. Myrtle Ward, of Orlando; G. A. McMillan, of Columbia, SC; Herbert McMillan of Camp Blanding; Archie McMillan, of the U. S. Navy, Key West; and Mrs. Julia Cannon, of Madison; also by three granschildren.

MCMILLAN, Joanette Hart McMillan (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 12 May 2015) Joanette Hart McMillan, age 83, of Mayo, FL, passed away May 12, 2015, at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville. Joanette was born April 28, 1932, to C. F. Hart and Abbie Lee Evans Hart, and grew up in Mayo. Mrs. McMillan was of the Methodist Faith and was a lifelong member of the Mayo Methodist Church. Joanette was a Class of 1950 graduate of Lafayette County High School. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Florida State University and her Master's in Education from Valdosta State University. She was an elementary educator for 40 years having taught in the Gadsden, Brevard, Suwannee, and Lafayette County school systems. Over the years, Joanette was an active member of the Mayo Woman's Club, the Florida Retired Educators Association, the Mayo Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star and Alpha Delta Kappa, of which she was a founding member. In her spare time, she enjoyed traveling to the Western North Carolina Mountains with her family and working on projects with her husband, Bill. She also had a profound compassion for homeless animals, many of which she gave the home of a lifetime. Mrs. McMillan was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, William Raymond McMillan, in 2012, her parents, Dick and Abbie Hart, and 2 brothers, Bobby and Tom Hart. She is survived by her daughter, Leenette McMillan (Winslow E.) Fredriksson, and husband, of Mayo, a brother, Bill (Jackie) Hart, of Mayo, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held at Mayo Methodist Church on Friday, May 15, 2015. A committal service will follow in Bethel Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

MCMILLAN, Joe McMillan (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 25 February 2010) Mr. Joe McMillan, age 43, of Ambrose, GA passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, as a result of injuries received in a MVA. Mr. McMillan, a native of Ben Hill County, GA, was born May 18, 1966. He was the son of J. Q. McMillan and the late Ouida Jane Purvis McMillan. He was a farmer and a member of the Westwood Baptist Church. A brother, Gerald McMillan, preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife: Lynn Carter McMillan; daughter: Natalie Jane McMillan of Ambrose; father: J. Q. McMillan of Willacoochee; brothers: Roy McMillan of Alapaha and Jessie McMillan of Willacoochee; sister: Belinda Newmans of Brookfield and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Saturday, February 6, 2010, at Westwood Baptist Church. Interment followed in the Griffin Cemetery near Ambrose, GA. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCMILLAN, Lenora W. McMillan (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 26 April 2019) Lenora W. McMillan, of Perry, FL passed away April 26, 2019 at home surrounded by her family after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born February 10, 1938 in Perry, FL, the daughter of the late James Phillip and Lois Ione (Gunter) Whiddon. Lenora graduated from Taylor County High School, Class of 1958. She moved to Savannah, GA in 1960 where she raised her two beautiful daughters. She worked at K-Mart Corporation in Savannah, GA and Perry, FL. Later in life, she returned home to care for her parents and eventually retired from K-Mart after 25 years. Lenora was a spiritual woman and was a member of Westside Baptist Church. She truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; music, square dancing, going to concerts with friends, and taking care of her flowers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Tyrone Eugene Whiddon of Perry, FL and her daughter Susan Ann Beasley of Ellabell, GA. She is survived by her daughter, Lynne Tischler and husband, Mike of Austin, TX, son in-law, Mark Beasley of Springfield, GA; seven grandchildren Christy deClairmont, Brandon Bowen, Mark Ashley Beasley, Matthew Christopher Beasley; Andrew, Jody and Justin Tischler; and one great-granddaughter Ashley Gracelyn Beasley. She is also survived by her sister, Andrea Dorman and husband, John of Perry, FL and four nephews, Anthony, John, Lincoln and James Eric Dorman. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. Graveside service will be held at Carlton Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Lenora in a special way may make gifts in her memory to Alzheimer’s Project. The family is especially grateful to the employees of Big Bend Hospice and Caring Connections, LLC for all of the love and care they provided.

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MCMILLAN, Roy Fred McMillan (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 27 February 2018) Funeral services for Maj. Roy Fred McMillan will be held on the 2nd day of March, 2018 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home with interment in Laurel Hill Cemetery. Major McMillan, age 86, of Thomasville, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at Glenn- Mor Nursing Home. He was born to the late Norman P. McMillan and Thelma Hulsey McMillan on August 29, 1931 in Pavo, GA. He graduated from Pavo High School in 1948, received his pilot’s license, and served in the United States Air Force from 1951- 1955. He graduated from Middle Georgia College with a certificate in Civil Engineering in 1957, then attended Georgia Tech and graduated from Valdosta State University with a Bachelor of Arts in History. He married Patricia James Sakso, who is the mother of his children. Maj. McMillan served in Vietnam from 1967-1968, where he flew combat helicopters. He also studied fixed wings at Fort Rucker, AL, and helicopters Mineral Wells, TX. Maj. McMillan retired from the United States Army Reserve after twenty-five years. He married his second wife, Laura Cone Wood who was his friend, and later his caregiver. He was a member of Gatlin Creek Baptist Church and loved his Sunday School Class. He also loved attending the Hulsey Family Reunion every September in Clermont, GA. Survivors include Laura Cone Wood; children, Caron Tucker, Michael McMillan, Vance McMillan; a sister, Shirley Segars; stepchildren, Sherri Goldsmith, John Wood, Jeanne Wilcox, Lori Brown; grandchildren Leslie Lancaster, Colby and Alex McMillan, Jennifer Baker, Jesse Reeder, Kyle and Ashley Wilcox, Jenna Coffee, Montana and Mackenzie Brown; and great-granddaughter Katie Belle Coffee.

MCMILLAN, Tony Anthony McMillan Sr. (Abstracted from the October 3, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Tony Anthony McMillan Sr., 46, of 106 Banks St., Waycross, passed away Sunday (Sept. 29, 2013) at his residence. The family will receive friends at his residence and the residence of his children at 209 Cannon St., Nahunta. “The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want.” Tony Anthony McMillan lived and was comforted by those words from the moment he was born to his final hour. “He maketh me to lie down in green pastures, He leadeth me beside the still waters.” He was born in Quincy, FL, to Howard McMillan Sr. and Petronia McMillan. “He restoreth my soul; He leadeth me in the path of righteousness for His name sake.” In the early 1970’s, the Lord guided him and his family to Miami, FL, where he began his education. The McMillan family found its way to Waynesville with the church family. He completed his education in the schools of Brantley County. His nurturing and dynamic personality earned him lots of love and respect within his large circle of family and friends. “Thou annointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” Blessings flowed for him. He had 9 children. He was a loving father and will continue to live through the hearts of his children. He was a member of Solid Rock Christian Ministries. He established a strong relationship with Christ through prayer. “Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for thou art with me.” He relied on the power of God’s word and lived a life filled with family, friends and fun. He was a lead man of the sanitation department for King and Prince for seven years. “And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Although his family will miss him, he has found peace and comfort in the arms of God. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rebecca and Douglas McMillan, California and Tony McAboy, and an uncle, Ronald McMillan. Precious and fond memories will be cherished by his lovely wife, Angela Wilson McMillan; his children, Zaydriann McMillan and Tony A. McMillan Jr., both of Nahunta, Adrianne McMillan, Grand Forks, ND, Shawn and Christopher Parrish and Ciera Filer, all of Brunswick, Janita Roberts, Midway, Ronnie Shaw, Coral Gables, FL, Rokare’ Williams, Gainesville, FL; his parents, Petronia Gamble, Jacksonville, FL, and Howard McMillan Sr. (Regina), Miami, FL; 3 sisters, Martha McMillan, Jacksonville, FL, Tracy McMillan, Quincy, FL, Debra McMillan, Columbus; 7 brothers, James McMillan (Katherine) Miami, FL, Howard McMillan Jr. (Rosa), Bainbridge, Shedrick McMillan (Jackie), Brunswick, Tim McMillan, Columbus, Corey and Devon McMillan, Miami, FL; 3 sisters-in-law, Dawn Adkins (Junior) Glenville, Tiffany Lowe (Anthon), Miami, FL, Deanna Wilson, Savannah; 3 brothers-in-law, Derrick Wilson, Jacksonville, FL, Reggie Pollock, Orlando, FL, Clarkee Lowe (Sabrina), Missouri; god-mothers, Bethe Clark, Alabama, Jeanie Hogan, Brunswick, Patricia Everett, Sterling; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. The funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Solid Rock Christian Ministries, Hoboken. Burial will follow in the Hoboken City Cemetery.

MCMILLAN, William Raymond McMillan (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) William Raymond McMillan, 85, of Mayo, FL, passed away on Monday February 20, 2012 in Shands Hospital at the University of Florida. Mr. McMillan was born September 29, 1926 in Philadelphia, PA to the late William R. McMillan Sr., and the late Wilhelmina Powell McMillan. He has been a resident of Mayo since 1968 after moving from Titusville, FL. Mr. McMillan was a member of the Mayo Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in WW#II where he participated in the invasion of Normandy. He worked as an engineer for Boeing at Cape Canaveral for several years and was the designer of the Minuteman Missile. He also taught Mechanical Engineering in college before becoming the Vocational Director at the Suwannee Hamilton Vocational Technical Center from which he retired after several years of service. He was a loving and devoted husband and father who will be remembered by his family and friends for what he did to help others. He was a master carpenter and a 112 pilot who enjoyed traveling in his spare time. Mr. McMillan is survived by, his wife of 52 years, Joanette Hart McMillan, of Mayo, his daughter, Leenette McMillan Fredrikkson, (Winslow E.), of Mayo, and numerous nieces, nephews, ans other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. McMillan will be held Friday February 24, 2012 at Mayo Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Florida United Methodist Children’s Home, 51 Children’s Way, Enterprise, FL, 32725.

MCMOBLEY, Joe L. McMobley II (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 6, 2010) A celebration of the life of Joe L. McMobley II, 60, of Flint, Mich., who died Thursday (July 29, 2010), will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. at Austin Chapel C.M.E. Church with the church pastor, the Rev. Leroy Dumas presiding and his classmate, the Rev. William Simmons, doing the eulogy. He was a native of Waycross and the son of Virginia C. McMobley and the late Joe L. McMobley Sr. He received his formal education from the public schools of Waycross and graduated from Center High School in 1968. He later received a degree in architecture from Southern Tech. He worked for the Detroit, Mich. school system for many years and later was an employee of DSAArchitects in Flint, Mich. He was a member of the Flint, Mich. Board of Education for several years until retiring in 2006 because of health reasons. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served as a member of its special forces, the Green Berets. He joined Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church at an early age and was active in the youth activities. Survivors include his mother, Virginia C. McMobley, of Waycross: two sisters; Gwen McMobley, of Waycross and Janice Rollins, of Lawrenceville; nieces, Jackqueline Samples (John), of Tyler, Texas, and Janice Nzie (Patience), of Knoxville, Tenn.; nephews, Jonathan Gulley (Arlyn), of Burbank, Calif., Zeilie Huston III (Sheba), of Los Angeles, Calif., and Jared M. Rollins (Joanie), of Stanton, Calif.; special friends, Susana Pettigrew and family, of Flint, Mich.; and a host of cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the McMobley residence, 802 Quarterman St. The body will be placed in the church at 9 a.m. Saturday. Burial will be in the Jacksonville (Fla.) National Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

MCMONIGLE, Ray Gill McMonigle (Abstracted from the 25 October 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ray Gill McMonigle, age 64, of Hortense, passed away Tuesday (Oct. 23, 2018) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick after an extended illness. Born to parents, Ray and Hilda McMonigle on April 3, 1954 in Middletown, Ohio, he lived in Georgia for most of his life. He attended Glynn Academy in Brunswick, playing football for the Red Terrors from 1968 to 1972. He loved the game, whether playing offense or defense, he wanted to be in the game. His uncanny ability to break loose from tacklers earned him the nickname “Mongoose.” His most memorable run was a 98-yard kickoff return against cross-town rival, Brunswick High. He was eventually tackled by a BHS player who actually ripped his shirt off. That play was definitely a defining moment. Anything he tried, he mastered. In addition to playing football at Glynn Academy, he joined the chorus (to meet girls he said). He auditioned for and made Allstate Chorus. He enjoyed challenges, physical activities and the outdoors. He spent years shrimping and crabbing the waters of Glynn County. He thrived being in charge of his destiny and made sure to take time to enjoy his journey. People were drawn to his personality. For better or worse, he was a force to be reckoned with. He leaves to cherish his memory, his mother and step-father, Hilda and John Mavromat of Brunswick; brother, Charles McMonigle of Brunswick; sister, Dr. Reba Smith (Joel) of Waycross; half-brother, Herbert McMonigle of Utah; half-sister, Erie McMonigle of Indiana; special nephew, Jason Smith (Candace); special niece, Renee’ Martin (Michael); and numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Ray McMonigle, and half-brothers, John “Jack” McMonigle and Ronald McMonigle. Visitation will be Sunday at Frye Funeral Home in Nahunta with a commemorative service immediately following.

MCMULLEN, Carrie Sue McMullen (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 24 June 2019) Carrie Sue McMullen, age 49, passed away on June 24, 2019 in Perry, FL. Carrie was born August 12, 1969 in Haines City, FL to Charles McMullen and Patricia Bussell McMullen. Carrie Sue was of the Baptist faith, and worked with the Curt Group as a Production Assembly line person for the past 5 years. Her biggest passion outside of her family and friends was all animals. Carrie Sue was preceded in death by her parents Charles McMullen and Patricia Bussell McMullen. Carrie Sue is survived by her two sisters Sue Ann (Daniel) Eakins, Jeannie (Connie Ray) Mathis; 6 nieces and nephew: Linda McDaniel, Jennifer Eakins, Lacey (Melvin) Corbin, William (Kristen) Eakins, Holly Eakins, and Riley Mathis; and her great nieces and nephew. Memorial Services will be at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hearts for Hometown Dogs at P.O. Box 653 Perry, Fl. 32348.

MCMULLEN, Mrs. Clyde Dixon McMullen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 24, 1942) 113

Mrs. Clyde Dixon McMullen was born December 22nd, 1881, and had lived her life here in Madison County, where she had hosts of relatives and friends to mourn her going. She was one among the oldest children of the late T. C. Dixon. She was married to Sheldon S. McMullen in March, 1902, and to this union were born two sons, Daniel G. and Kenneth S. McMullen, both of whom, with their father, survive her. She had been a member of the Primitive Baptist Church for many years. She was buried at Corinth Cemetery.

MCMULLEN, Edwin Curtis McMullen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 9, 1971) Edwin Curtis McMullen, age 48, passed away in the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital after a several weeks illness. He was born in Lee, FL and had been living in Jacksonville until his recent illness. He was a member of the Lee Methodist Church and a Veteran of WW II. He is survived by 1 daughter, Mrs. Clara Blair of Jacksonville; 2 sons, Sp/5 Robert Curtis McMullen of Ft. Bragg, NC; Edwin Curtis McMullen of Lee; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. M. McMullen of Lee; 2 grandchildren and a number of aunts and uncles. Funeral services will be held Sunday July 4, 1971 in the Lee Methodist Church with interment in Stonewall Cemetery.

MCMULLEN, Hardee Evans McMullen (Abstracted from http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/evangelist-hardee-evans-mcmullen/) Evangelist Hardee Evans McMullen, age 88 of Valdosta, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2019 after a short illness. He passed away at his home surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born to the late Joe & Mae Wisenbaker McMullen here in Valdosta and raised on the original home place where he was born. He was married to the love of his life, Kathryn Lenora Pennisi of Gainesville, FL for 66 years. A dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, his life’s calling was to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. He exemplified his love for his Savior and fellowman in every aspect of his life. So prominent was Evans as a caring servant of the Lord, one so well known for his ministry to others, that people called him at all hours seeking assistance in solving one crisis after another. Beginning in 1950 and continuing until the end of his life, he served as a minister to the Church of Christ congregations in Hahira, Griffin, Valdosta, Lake Park and Statenville. A tireless worker, he also owned and operated the Gold Plate Restaurant in Valdosta with his son Robert for many years. He is survived by his wife, Lenora McMullen, children James P. McMullen of Conyers, Robert L McMullen of Valdosta, and Bonita K. McMullen of Atlanta; two granddaughters, Krysta McMullen of Lake Park, and Lindsay McMullen of Atlanta; a great grandson, Zayden McMullen of Lake Park; his brother and sister in law, James C. & Judy McMullen of Lake Park, a sister in law, Pat McMullen of Valdosta and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of Mr. McMullen’s life will be in the chapel of Carson McLane Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Statenville Church of Christ “Love in Action” Fund.

MCMULLEN, Janet Lee McMullen (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL October 7, 2014) Janet Lee McMullen, age 51, of Perry, passed away, Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at the Haven Hospice in Gainesville, FL. She was born July 19, 1963 in Passaic, NJ, to Joseph and June (Sena) Harrison. Janet was of the Baptist Faith and loved her family and friends. She is survived by 3 sons; Jonathan Aaron (Jessica) Alsip, Joseph (Kristin) Alsip, and Andrew McMullen all of Perry, FL; her mother June Sena Harrison of Sneads, FL; and 2 brothers Steve Harrison and Stuart Harrison. Janet was preceded in death by her father Joseph Harrison. Memorial Services will be held at a later date. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

MCMULLEN, Leon Burvis McMullen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 5, 1971) Leon Burvis McMullen, age 56, of Lee, FL died suddenly Monday near Lee. He was a native of Madison County, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore A. McMullen. He was a member of Corinth Primitive Baptist Church. Survivors are three brothers, R. W. McMullen, L. L. McMullen and F. D. McMullen, all three of Lee; two sisters, Mrs. Mamie Bell of Greenville and Mrs. Rufus Sullivan of Pinetta; and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Friday January 29th, 1971 at Corinth Primitive Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery.

MCMULLEN, Mary Katherine Deese McMullen (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Mary Katherine Deese McMullen passed away Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Archbold Medical Center in Thomasville. The daughter of Eston and Ruth Bryant Whitley Deese born May 5, 1948 in Brooks County, GA, Mrs. McMullen is survived by her husband, Ruben Gerald McMullen who joined her in marriage on September 19, 1964 in Cairo, GA. She lived in Thomasville and was a homemaker by trade and is survived by three children, Tina and Billy Dean of Camilla, Robert and Teresa McMullen of Ochlocknee, and Misty McMullen of Cheyenne, WY. Her grandchildren include, Robert McMullen, Jr, Shayna McMullen, Savanna 114

McMullen, Billy Dean, Jr, and Zianna McMullen, and a great-grandson, Trace McMullen. She is also survived by her brother, Burman Deese. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mary Katherine McMullen Memorial Fund c/o Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home 10451 Hwy 84 E, Thomasville, GA 31757. Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

MCMULLEN, Patricia McMullen (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL July 9, 2014) Patricia A. McMullen, age 70, of Perry, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at her home in Perry. Patricia was born April 14, 1944 in Camp Blanding, FL, to James Horace Bussell and Mary (Wafford) Shaw. Mrs. McMullen was of the Baptist Faith. Pat worked in the lunchroom for Taylor County Schools for many years, later she worked in production for Martin Electronics for several years. Mrs. McMullen was preceded in death by her husband Charles William McMullen, her parents, James Horace Bussell and Mary Ann Shaw. She is survived by her 2 daughters Sue Ann (Danny) Eakins and Carrie Sue McMullen both of Perry; a step daughter Jeannie Ellen (Connie Ray) Mathis of Steinhatchee; 1 brother Robert McGruder of Sebastian, FL; and 6 grandchildren. Funeral Services will be Saturday, July 12, 2014 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Those who wish can make donations to Big Bend Hospice in Pat's memory.

MCMULLEN, Patricia Ann McMullen (Abstracted from Valdosta Today fhttp://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/04/patricia-ann-mcmullen/) Patricia Ann McMullen passed away Sunday, March 31, 2019 at her home. She was born in Jennings, Hamilton County, FL on June 27, 1936 to the late James and Carrie Cunningham Deas. She was a retired secretary who loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking for her family, especially cakes and candies for family gatherings. She was a member of the Dasher Church of Christ.

MCMULLEN, Sally Beatrice Minor McMullen (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 3 December 2020) Sally Beatrice Minor McMullen, are 80, of Valdosta, GA, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Pruitt Health Center. Graveside Services will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Mrs. McMullen was born on March 18, 1940 in Richmond, VA to the late Rex Minor & Maggie Horton Minor. She married Primus Wilton McMullen on March 31, 1962 in Thomas County, GA, who preceded her in death on October 13, 1997. She was a member of New Harvest Methodist Church. Survivors include, her two sons, Richard Neil McMullen (Carolina) of Mt. Pleasant, SC, and Greg McMullen (Janet) of Valdosta, GA, grandchildren, Joseph Neil McMullen (Tabatha), Cristina McMullen Shelton (Chris), and Jesse Robert McMullen (Crystal), great-grandchildren, Aurora McMullen, Raylan McMullen, Vincent Shelton, Madison Ann Marie McMullen and Joshua Wayne Bernard McMullen. She was preceded in death by sons, Phillip Wayne McMullen and Dennis Dale McMullen, grandson, Joshua Wayne McMullen, and brothers, Guy Minor and Leroy Minor.

MCMULLEN, Shellie S. McMullen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 22, 1954) Shellie S. McMullen, age 73, passed away suddenly at his home Wednesday October 20th. Mr. McMullen was a lifelong resident of Madison County. Funeral services will be held at the Corinth Primitive Baptist Church Friday with interment there. Survivors are his wife, two sons, D. G. McMullen and Kenneth McMullen; two sisters, Mrs. John Godwin; and Mrs. W. M. Webb and four grandchildren.

MCMULLEN, T. A. McMullen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 2, 1945) Mrs. T. A. McMullen, who had been ill for some time, passed away at her home near Lee, Sunday afternoon. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at Corinth Church.

MCMULLEN, Tuwanna McMullen (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Tuwanna McMullen, was born February 10, 1966, and died at her home January 4, 2010. She was self-employed. She is survived by her husband, William McMullen; a daughter, Krystal Dickerson; a son Josh Dickerson; a brother Wesley Crawford; a brother Alvin Green; a brother Mikke Green; a sister Angela Ryals; her father Earl Green; grandchildren: Kaylee Lewis; Madison Dickerson; Landon McMullen; step-children: Lee McMullen; Paul McMullen and Matthew McMullen; her father-in-law Paul McMullen and Mother-in-law Inez McMullen. She was preceded in death by her mother, Frances Crawford. 115

MCMULLEN, Vallie McMullen (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 25, 1971) Vallie McMullen, age 86, died June 19 in the Fernandina Beach Convalescent Home. She was the daughter of John II and Sarah Elizabeth Webb, a pioneer family of Madison County. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County. Her husband, Drew McMullen passed away in 1939. One son, Colon D. McMullen, Fernandina Beach and many nieces and nephews survive. She was a member of Lee Baptist Church. Services were held at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Corinth Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews: Daniel G. McMullen, Hazel Malone, Langford Webb, Artis Kent, Clyde Thomas and Mellous Moore.

MCMURRAY, Joe C. McMurray II (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, December 14th, 2014) Graveside services for Joe C. McMurray II, of Thomasville, are Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014, at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Mr. McMurray died Sunday, Dec. 14 in Harpers Ferry, WV. Born August 3, 1964 in Salem, OH, he was the son of Joe C. McMurray and Beverly Robinson McMurray, who survive. He was a Latent Print Examiner with the United States Postal Service and had worked several years with the Thomas County Sheriff’s Department. He also served in the United States Marine Corps. He is also survived by his wife, Virginia Harris McMurray; daughter, Heather McMurray of Thomasville; sisters, Michelle (Gary) Aldridge of Thomasville, Debbie (Rich) Hroblak of Augusta; and Kelly (William) Kornegay of Tallahassee, FL; a number of nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. He is preceded in death by his son, Timothy McMurray. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American SIDS Institute, 528 Raven Way Naples, FL 34110.

MCNAB, Connie Ridley McNab (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 29 February 2020) Connie Ridley McNab, age 69, of Valdosta, passed away on Saturday, February 29, 2020 in Charleston, SC, following a brief illness. She was born in Albany, GA on July 21, 1950 to Ive Leonard Ridley, Jr. and Quinnylu Story Ridley. She attended Valdosta City Schools and played on the tennis team at Valdosta High School, graduating in 1968. She went on to attend Valdosta State College (now VSU), then graduated from University of Georgia with a degree in Education. She then returned to Valdosta to receive her Master of Education from Valdosta State College. Connie began her teaching career at Lake Park Elementary School. She soon met a young officer at Moody Air Force Base, Jim McNab, in pilot training in 1974 and they were married June 26, 1976. They then moved to Clovis, CA. She lived in California until 1999, there she taught 3rd Grade at Laton Elementary School in the Fresno County School System for many years. In Clovis, Connie developed a knack for decorating in her home and her yard. She continued to create beautiful homes as the McNab’s moved in 1999 to Asheville, NC, then to Valdosta in 2015, and also a vacation home at Isle of Palms, SC. Connie loved to travel with her husband to many places around the world, but especially loved gathering with her family in their homes. Moving back to Valdosta made that easier. She was passionate about animals, especially dogs, and worked diligently in animal rescue efforts for 20 years, most recently as president of the Labor of Love Transport Rescue. Listening to ‘Motown’ music was also a favorite. She was of the Baptist Faith. Connie is survived by her husband Jim McNab, of Valdosta; her twin brother and sister in law Ron and Leslie Mason Ridley, of Lake Park; her brother Miles Ridley, of Lake Park; and brother and sister in law Mark and Darlene Ridley of Valdosta; a niece Jennifer Brooke Chmielewski and her husband Rico, of Lake Park; her great nephews Spencer Chmielewski, Briggs Chmielewski, and Reid Chmielewski; and aunt Jacqueline Ridley Barboe, of Kennesaw, GA, and several cousins, and other relatives. A funeral service for Connie will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow at McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Labor of Love Rescue, 280 N. Big Oak Dr., Mills River, NC, 28759 or Community Partnership for Pets, Inc. (CPPI), P.O. Box 1021, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

MCNAIR, Marianne Herold McNair (Abstracted from the Florida Times-Union (Jacksonville, FL) - Wednesday, April 17, 2013) Marianne Herold McNair, 79, wife of Jerry M. McNair of Jacksonville, FL, died Monday, April 8, 2013. She was the daughter of Mary Downs Herold and Griffith A. Herold of Bradford, PA. She was a graduate of Bradford High School, Class of '51; Pennsylvania State University, Centennial Class of 1955; and Traphagan School of Fashion Design, New York City. Marianne taught high school home economics in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ. She traveled for Simplicity Patterns running fashion shows in high schools throughout the country and later worked in their home offices in NYC. She and Jerry owned and operated a fabric shop and sewing school called And Sew Forth in Saddle River, NJ. She has been a professional genealogist since moving to Florida 30 some years ago. She is survived by her husband, Jerry M. McNair; sister Dianne Warner of Monroe, WA; and brother John Downs Herold of Ann Arbor, MI; stepdaughters Sharon Schendel of Fairfield, CT, and Karen Needham of Dallas, TX; grandchildren Connor and Chase Needham and Taylor and Ryan Schendel; nieces Lucia Warner Bacon, Vienna, VA; Lynn Warner, 116

Seattle, WA; and Dr. Rebecca Maki, Hudsonville, MI; nephews Michael Warner, Portland, OH and Tim Herold, Bedford, IN; and 7 grandnephews and 6 grandnieces. No memorial service was held, but a celebration of Mare's life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 1701 Beach Blvd. Jacksonville Beach 904-249-2374.

MCNALLY, T. C. McNally (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 31, 1958) T. C. McNally, age 66, died suddenly Tuesday of a heart attack in Savannah while on a business trip there. The attack came as he was eating breakfast. Mr. McNally was a native of Chicago, IL but had been living in Madison 42 years. For the past fifteen years he had been a supervisor for Winn-Dixie Stores. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Rachel Martin McNally, and one daughter, Mrs. L. H. Hughey, of Madison; one son, Byron McNally, of Tampa; one granddaughter, Rachel Ann Hughey, of Madison; one brother, Edward McNally of Los Altos, CA; two sisters, Mildred Saint Mel, of Sacramento, CA and Mrs. Mary Hubeny, of Chicago, IL. Funeral services were held Thursday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCNATT, Mazie Chaney McNatt, (Abstracted by courtesy of The Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia February 8, 2012) Mrs. Mazie Chaney McNatt, 82, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012, in the Clinch HealthCare, Homerville, following an extended illness. Mrs. McNatt, was born November 11, 1929, in Greensboro, N.C. She was a waitress and of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donnie McNatt, two daughters, Mildred Goins and Patricia Goins, one son, Luther Goins, Jr., one granddaughter, Mazie Dianne McNatt and her father and mother. Survivors are two daughters, Peggy Nipper of Homerville and Diane Watkins of Jesup, Ga.; two sons, Billy Wayne Goins of Jacksonville, Fla. and Berry McNatt of Michigan; one sister, Patsy Hickman of High Point, N.C.; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; several great -great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. Services for Mrs. McNatt were held Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 2 p.m. from the chapel of Roundtree Funeral Home. Interment was in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Sympathy maybe expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCNATT, Mazie Dianne McNatt (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, December 7, 2011) Mrs. Mazie Dianne “Punkin” McNatt, 34, passed away Saturday, November 26, 2011, in Baxley, GA. Mrs. McNatt was born December 27, 1976, in Jacksonville, FL. She was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her grandparents, Addie Elizabeth and Ronald Eugene Whittaker. Survivors are her husband, Dewdy Partin of Hazelhurst; her mother and step-father, Diane and Roy W. Watkins of Jesup; her father, Billy Wayne Goins of Jacksonville; two daughters, Destiny Hope Fields of Jacksonville and Harley Lane Brewer of Hazelhurst; her maternal step-grandmother, Mazie McNatt of Homerville; three sisters, Brandy Marie Watkins, and Sandy Marie Watkins of Jesup, GA, and Gina Goins of Jacksonville; one brother, B. J. Goins of Jacksonville; two aunts and uncle-in-law, Peggy Nipper of Homerville and Margaret and Gary Whittaker of Douglas; one uncle, Berry McNatt of Michigan and several other relatives. Services for Mrs. McNatt were held Thursday, Decenber 1, 2011, at the Roundtree Funeral Home. Memorilization was by cremation.

MCNEAL, Mrs. Blanche McNeal (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 28, 1941) Mrs. Blanche McNeal died in Valdosta Saturday morning at the home of her brother, Walter M. Prescott, on North Ashley Street, after a lengthy illness. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Statenville, and burial was in the Statenville Cemetery. Mrs. McNeal operated hotels in Statenville, Valdosta and Jacksonville and for some time operated the Madison hotel in this city, a number of years ago.

MCNEAL, Morris Theotis McNeal – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 4 July 2020) March 4, 1967 - July 4, 2020

MCNEAL, Sean Joseph McNeal (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 5 November 2015) Sean Joseph McNeal, age 18, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, FL. He was born on November 25, 1996 in Valdosta, GA to Simmie and Irma (Roberts) McNeal. He graduated from Valdosta High School in 2015. Along with his parents, survivors include sisters & brothers-in-law, Laura (Montel) Bratcher of Louisville, KY; Kymberly (Greg) Henson of Duluth, GA; brothers & sisters-in-law, Simmie (Patrice) McNeal, III of Davenport, FL; Kevin Erondo of Suwanee, GA; Simeon McNeal of Valdosta, GA; his maternal grandmother, Estell Roberts of Dade City, FL; his 117 paternal grandparents, Willie (Lillian) Combes of Bartow, FL; and a number of uncles, aunts, nieces & nephews. A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, November 14, 2015 at The Rock Church with burial to follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery in Valdosta. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, GA is serving the family.

MCNEAL, Wylene Fleming McNeal (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida July 29, 2013) Wylene Fleming McNeal, age 77, died Saturday, July 27, 2013 at her home in Lee. Funeral services will be Tuesday July 30, 2013 at Lee First Baptist Church with burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Lake City, Florida. She was born in Lake City, FL and lived in the southern part of Columbia County near Ft. White. She was a Sunday School Teacher and was active in GA’s. She was a bookkeeper and secretary. She did home mission work for 7 years. She was married on May 1, 1955 and was a pastor’s wife. She was very involved with Ohio and Florida Baptist Convention and was a member of Lee First Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband: Rev. Jimmy McNeal of Lee; 2 sons: Doyle Lee McNeal (Johanna) of Lake City, and Bruce Lee McNeal of Lee; 1 daughter: Rebecca A. Livingston of Lee; 2 sisters: Betty Buckles (Oliver) of Monks Corner, SC, Joann Moore (Frank) of Lake City, FL, and Barbara Lee of Lake City; 2 grandchildren Dart Lee McNeal of Crawfordville and Kyra Livingston of St. Augustine. She was preceded in death by a grandchild: Marshall McEachern. Donations may be made to the Baptist Children’s Home. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCNEALY, Arthur McNealy (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida May 31st, 2012) Arthur McNealy, 63, a retired Veterans Administration employee and member of Cascade Missionary Baptist Church died Thursday, May 24, 2012, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, June 2, 2012, at St. James Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation 4-6 p.m., Friday, June 1, 2012, at the Ganzy Funeral Home (850) 973-3267. Burial immediately followed at Mt. Horeb Cemetery in Pinetta.

MCNEALY, Darrell Roshell McNealy (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, July 19, 2013) Sgt. 1st Class Darrell Roshell McNealy ascended to meet the Lord on July 11, 2013 at Fort Rooker Army Base in Fort Rook, AL. Sgt. 1st Class Darrell Roshell McNealy was born in Madison, Florida on March 11, 1973. He was the eldest child of Vera Sis Williams and the late Earl Phillip McNealy. He was raised in Madison County. Darrell was saved at an early age, and was a member of Cascade Missionary Baptist Church. While at Cascade, he accepted his calling as a minister. He graduated from Madison County High School in 1992. After graduating from high school, Darrell started working at Dixie Packers, and attended North Florida Community College studying carpentry. In 1995, he graduated from Valdosta Technical Institute certified in welding. Darrell joined the US Army in October 2000, graduating Basic Combat training for the US Army at Fort Bliss, Texas. He was united in Holy Matrimony to Yaderia S. Pinnock on August 14, 2011. His son, Jaden P. McNealy was born on October 29, 2006. His memories are cherished by a loving wife, Yaderia McNealy; 1 son, Jaden Phillip McNealy; his mother, Vera Sis Williams of Madison, Florida; 4 brothers, Shawn McNealy, Michael Ghent both of Madison, FL; Roderick Stevenson of Atlanta, GA, and Adrian Ghent of McDungun, GA; 1 niece, Khadijah McNealy of Madison, FL; 2 nephews, Ky’Avion Ghent and LaMichael Ghent; his mother-in-law, Doreen Knight; his father-in-law, Patrick Pinnock; 1 sister-in-law, Patrien Pinnock; 9 aunts, Alice (Victor) Oladokun of Washington, DC, Mary Williams, Rosa Williams, Margaret Williams, Jacqueline Williams, Paris (Marcus) Jones, Geneva Gallon, Minnie Gillyard, and Dorothy Riley; 1 uncle, Napoleon (Vivian) Williams of Atlanta, GA; Godson, Nicholas Smith of Norwalk, CT; as well as a host of great aunts, great-great uncles, and loving cousins. Funeral services for Sgt. 1st Class Darrell Roshell McNealy will be Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Damascus Missionary Baptist Church. Cooks-Cooper Funeral Home Chapel.

MCNEALY, James McNealy (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 2, 1962) James McNealy, age 47, passed away at his home after a two months illness. He is survived by his wife, Christeen; four daughters; ten sons; his parents; four brothers; two sisters; and four grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday February 25th in St. James Baptist Church with interment in Mt. Horeb Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCNEAR, Anderson McNear Jr. (Abstracted from the 6 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Sergeant First Class, Army (Retired) Anderson “Mac” McNear Jr., of Brunswick, passed away Wednesday (March 1, 2017) at Southeast Georgia Health System, Brunswick. He was born May 29, 1936 in Waycross to the late Anderson McNear Sr. and the 118 late Mary Jean Cooper McNear. He loved and honored his parents until the day he transitioned from this life to his heavenly reward on Wednesday (March 1, 2017). Celebrating his life and legacy are his wife of 57 years, Lucille, and his daughter, Cecilia (Maurice) Hicks. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Adrian, Alexis (Jovan) Rivers, and Maurice (Kerri) Hicks Jr. He was the great-grandfather of Curtis Matthew Patrick. He leaves four sisters, Marva Diane Amos, Macon, Selena Elaine McNear, Waycross, Cheryl Jacqueline Williams, Valdosta, and Sylvia Renee Ramey, Marietta. Everyone that he met knew that he had four sisters! He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins to cherish his memory. He is survived by two brothers-in-law, Mr. Lewis (Connie) Ramsey and Mr. Earnest (Veronica) Ramsey. One of his legacies was his love for his family. He learned from an early age how to take care of his family. He helped support his family as young boy of nine years old when his father became ill by picking cotton, cropping tobacco and various odd jobs helping his uncles and other close relatives and friends. He made certain that his wife and daughter wanted for nothing and worked hard to make certain that they did not. He attended Waycross Public Schools and graduated from Center High School where he played saxophone in the high school band. He and three other students formed a brotherhood group known as “The Dukes of Ware.” As a teen, Mac taught music lessons to other students in various counties in the southeast Georgia region. He began visiting Brunswick and St. Simons Island on the weekends and summers. He lived and worked with his uncle, Ira McNear, who was the bell captain at the King and Prince Hotel. He was a bell boy. He also worked with his father and uncles in their many businesses. He attended Morris Brown College (University) where he majored in music and was a member of the Marching Wolverines in Atlanta. It was there where he began working in the insurance industry. He joined Pilgrim Life Insurance Company of Augusta. His next legacy, a solid work ethic, was not the only good thing that Mac acquired while on St. Simons Island. He met and married the love of his life, his “Baby,” Lucille Marilyn Ramsey on April 16, 1959. That same year, he joined the United States Army. Following basic training at Ft. Jackson, SC, they moved to their first duty station at Ft. Leonardwood, MO. Playing the sax in the Army band was one of his greatest achievements. Through the Army, he honed and perfected his music craft at various duty stations in the United States (Georgia, Texas and Virginia) and abroad (Frankfurt and Nuremberg, Germany). He often served as assistant band director and had the opportunity to direct the Army band on several occasions. He was the band director of the 2nd Army Calvary Band in Germany, the Netherlands and France. After retiring from the Army in 1979 at Ft. Gordon, GA, he pursued his next passion. He became a fulltime insurance agent. He started again at the Pilgrim Life Insurance Company in Augusta. He and Lucille relocated to their present home in Brunswick where he worked for both the Delta Life Insurance Company and Jim Walter Homes. He won many local, state and national accolades because of his hard work ethic. He later founded the Anderson McNear Jr. Insurance Agency and became more renowned in the state of Georgia. Throughout his life, he was a true people person. He was the optimal salesman. He sold Presto Pride Cookware in the early 1960s. Lucille still has several pots and pans from that set! He and his friends operated Soul and Mexican food ventures. He also moonlighted as a taxi cab driver in Augusta, where he made many friends. He was instrumental in helping widows of service members secure VA benefits. He was known in his community as someone who would go the extra mile to help family and friends. As a youth, he was a member of Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Waycross. He gave his life to Christ in his home in Brunswick and was a faithful member and of the historic the First African Baptist Church on St. Simons Island. He served as an usher for many years. He was a member of the American Legion in both Augusta and Brunswick. He loved listening to gospel, jazz and soft rhythm and blues music. He loved all of his dogs from Chief in the early 1960s to his current puppy, Wiley. “It is foolish to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived.” George S. Patton, American Soldier.A funeral will be Wednesday at First African Baptist Church, St. Simons Island. Interment will follow in Village Cemetery, St. Simons Island. Hall, Jones and Brown Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCNEASE, James Curtis McNease Jr. (Abstracted from the 17 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James Curtis McNease Jr., age 72, affectionately known as “Fred,” died Saturday (Sept. 15, 2018) at his residence. He was born Jan. 7, 1946, on U.S. Highway 1 at General Patton’s Service Station in Ware County to the late James C. McNease Sr. and Lola Davis McNease. He graduated from Ware County High School in 1964. In 2006, he retired from CSX Railroad as a blacksmith/boilermaker after 41 years. Many will remember him coaching basketball for the Waresboro Martins. He was the boys’ head coach, girls’ assistant coach and assistant coach of the All-Star team. He also served on the Waycross Police Reserve many years ago. Survivors include his wife, Linda Ruth Carter McNease; two children, Pamela Yarbrough (Tony) and Travis McNease (Lori); two grandchildren, Matthew Barnhill and Casandra McNease; two great-grandchildren, Nathan Barnhill and Alexa James; two brothers, James R. McNease and Warren McNease; two nieces, Deena Boyd and Keena White; and two nephews, Robbie McNease and Mark McNease. A graveside service will be Tuesday at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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A.C. McNeely, age 94, died Saturday (Dec. 30, 2017) at the Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an extended illness. He was born in Jacksonville, FL, but resided in Waycross most of his life. He was retired from Southern Bell and a member of First Baptist Church in Waycross. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was a son of the late Alfred Clayton McNeely and Sophie Kellah McNab McNeely. He was married to the late Suzanne Ludlum McNeely. He is survived by two daughters, Marcia Marie McNeely (Jim) Crowley of Stone Mountain, and Gail McNeely (Guy) Tull of Annapolis, MD, three grandchildren, Jay Crowley, Olivia Tull and Elliott Tull, and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Monday at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCNEESE, Fredrick Stephen McNeese (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 2 January 2017) Mr. Fredrick 'Freddie' Stephen McNeese, age 65, passed away January 2, 2017. Freddie was born April 24, 1951 in Perry, Florida to Mr. John Thomas McNeese and Alma Stalans McNeese. Freddie worked at Buckeye for 40 years. He was a hard worker with a strong work ethic. He was respected not only by his coworkers but by his supervisors as well. Freddie showed his affection by pestering and he loved to laugh. Deer hunting with dogs and fishing were his passions. His sons say he was a great father and he is adored by his grandsons. He was a Board member of Camp Misery Hunting Club since its beginning. Freddie is preceded in death by his father Mr. John Thomas McNeese and his grandparents Jack and Lessie Stalans. He is survived by his wife of 45 years Diane McNeese who took excellent care of him; two sons: Shane (Shelby) McNeese and Cody (Joni) McNeese; grandchildren: Trevor, Hayden, Leeland and 'Big Dawson' McNeese; his mother Alma McNeese, three sisters: Cindy Brown, Selina Cone, and Kohatha Campbell as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment service will follow immediately afterwards in Carlton Cemetery.

MCNEILL, Daniel B. McNeill (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 28, 1965) Daniel B. McNeill who lived at 134 36th Avenue South, Jacksonville Beach died Saturday at a Beach hospital after a lingering illness. A native of Homerville, GA, Mr. McNeill moved to Jacksonville Beach in 1942 from Atlanta. Prior to his retirement, he had served for 33 years with the Pennsylvania Railroad Company as southeast traffic representative. He was a member of Palm Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Elks and a life member of the American Legion Beaches Post 129, the American Association Traffic Clubs and the Jacksonville Traffic Club. A graduate of Georgia Tech, he was a Veteran of World War I. Surviving is his widow, Mrs. Betty McNeill of Jacksonville Beach; a brother, A. A. McNeill, II of Cairo, GA; four sisters, Mrs. Edward B. Green of Ocala; Mrs. Frances Mallory of Fairfax, VA; Mrs. W. H. Williamson of Madison and Mrs. Oaky Hansen of Tallahassee. Funeral services were held Monday at Giddens-Griffith Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach with burial in Warren Smith Cemetery in Jacksonville Beach.

MCNEILL, Janice Davis McNeill (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 23 February 2011) Mrs. Janice Davis McNeill, age 84, passed away Sunday, February 13, 2011, at her home in Douglas. She was born on May 24, 1926, in Irwin County, GA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, the late Carroll L. McNeill. She was the daughter of the late Abel and Louise Davis of Ocilla. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Douglas, a member of United Methodist Women and a member of the Shell Vickers Sunday School Class and very active in the Douglas community for many years. She was a housewife then held numerous roles in the Douglas community including the Coffee County Board of Education and later owned and operated “C. J.’s” a ladies dress and gift shop until her retirement. Funeral services were Wednesday, February 16, 2011, at The First United Methodist Church. Interment followed in the Dixie Mausoleum in the Douglas City Cemetery. She is survived by her children: daughters: Brenda (Henry) Bailey and Lou (Jerry) Harper; son: Brian (Cindy) McNeill; 8 grandchildren: Eddie (Jennifer) Murray, Caty Murray, Jessica (Jim) Barber, Ben (Kim) Lott, Brett McNeill, Austin McNeill, Justin (Gina) McNeill and Jennifer (Brad) Teston; several great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCNEILL, Ruth Eichelberger McNeill (Abstracted from John Bullard 25 September 2020) Ruth Eichelberger McNeill, age 90, of Savannah, GA entered into eternal rest Friday, Sept. 18, 2020 in Mt. Pleasant, SC surrounded by her family. A graveside service will be at Pine Grove Cemetery, Eatonton, GA. Arrangements were handled by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant, SC. Ruth was born March 29, 1930 in Whiteland, IN, daughter of the late Alexander Graham Anderson and the late Luda Elizabeth Hutchinson Anderson. She grew up in Greenwood, SC where she attended Lander College prior to transferring to Erskine College where she earned a bachelor's degree. Ruth earned a master's degree from Rollins College in Orlando, FL. Ruth worked as a secretary at Lockheed where she met Joseph Thomas Eichelberger and was married on 120

Sept. 1, 1956. While living in Orlando, FL from 1960 to 1973, Ruth was an active member of John Calvin Presbyterian Church where she was a deacon, an Elder, active in the choir and played the organ. When Ruth moved to Madison, FL she worked as a mental health counselor at Apalachee Mental Health Center in Madison, FL from 1974-2005. She is survived by her daughter, Flora Elaine Eichelberger; step-son, Richard McNeill; stepdaughters: Anna McNeill and Claudia (Aimee) McNeill; two grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two step great-grandchildren; and one step great-great- grandchild. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph Eichelberger; daughter, Lynn Eichelberger; second husband, Charles R. McNeill; and sister, Mary Georgianna Sharpe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to ASPCA, P.O. Box 96929, Washington, DC, 20090-6929 or Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC, 2940 or Wounded Warrior Project, P. O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

MCNEILL, Theola Jennings McNeill (Abstracted from John Bullard 25 September 2020) Theola Jennings McNeill, age 69, of Valdosta, GA passed away in Tampa, FL on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020. Graveside services are in St. Matthews Cemetery, Greenville, FL A Greenville native, Theola was a member of St. James and a retired military housekeeper. Survivors include her children: Berneice Campbell and Michael McNeill; four grandchildren; siblings: Mary (Willie Joe) Jackson, Carolyn Jennings, Beulah Neal and Lonnie (Teresa) Jennings; brother-in-law, William Allen; and numerous other relatives.

MCNUTT, Susie Ann Blanton McNutt (Abstracted from John Bullard 23January 2020) Susie Ann Blanton McNutt, age 73, of Jacksonville, FL passed away Monday, January 20, 2020. She was born September 22, 1946 in Shady Grove, FL to the late Raymond and Myrtice (Starlin) Blanton. Susie was a devoted member of West Jacksonville Baptist Church. Funeral services will be in the Jacksonville Memory Gardens Chapel. Susie was a member of the Class of 1964 at Greenville High School.

MCPHAUL, Lavater Hayes McPhaul (Abstracted from the October 11, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The homegoing services for Lavater Hayes McPhaul will be Tuesday at Gaines Chapel A.M.E. Church, 801 South Georgia Parkway (Reynolds Street). Burial and committal services will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at the family residence 827 Homer St. She was born Dec. 7, 1921 in Waycross, daughter of the late Charlie Hayes and Mamie Cradle Hayes. She was educated in the public school system in Waycross. She accepted Christ at an early age, joining Gaines Chapel A.M.E. Church. As a young woman, she married the late John McPhaul and to their union five children were born, John Charles, Leroy, Andrew, Homer and Sandra. In 1950 she joined Ocean Star Chapter No. 183 of the Order of Eastern Star. She became a lifetime member who was active and devoted and held several offices. She leaves to mourn her 5 children, John (Betty Taylor) Charles, of Roseville, CA, Leroy (Martha Johnson), of Leesville, LA, Andrew, Homer (Margie Inman), all of Waycross, and Sandra, of Savannah; 16 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; 1 nephew, Samuel Rushing, of Rice, VA; 2 nieces, Dorothea Hayes Wiley, of Brunswick, and Daisy Lee Hayes Gross, of Waycross; and a host of other relatives. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

MCPHAUL, Leroy McPhaul (Abstracted from the January 22, 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The funeral for Leroy McPhaul, age 72, of Leesville, La., will be Friday at New Willow Baptist Church in Leesville. Burial will follow in the Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home of Leesville. The son of the late John and Lavater Hayes McPhaul, he was born Jan. 19, 1942 in Waycross. He passed away Friday (Jan. 16, 2015) in Alexandria, LA. He is survived by his wife, Martha McPhaul, of Leesville, LA; 4 daughters, Rita M. Marshall, of Ft. Worth, TX, Tracie McPhaul, of Columbia, SC, Millicent Lavine, of Grand Prairie, TX, and Juliett McPhaul-Stephan, of Clarksville, TN; 3 brothers, John McPhaul, of Roseville, CA, Andrew McPhaul and Homer McPhaul, both of Waycross; 1 sister, Sandra McPhaul, of Savannah; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

MCPHERSON, Lloyd McPherson Jr. (Abstracted from the February 20, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Lloyd McPherson Jr. will be held on Saturday at St. Paul New Life Outreach Ministries, 1736 Georgia Ave. Burial and committal service will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. The late Lloyd McPherson Sr. and Beulah McPherson gave birth to their first born son, Lloyd McPherson Jr., Oct. 20, 1925. The proud parents were also blessed with two other children, Spencer “Pete” McPherson (Dorothy) and Eloise “Peggy” McPherson Baker (deceased). Lloyd enjoyed a fun-filled 121 life with his siblings, parents and loved ones. He attended and graduated from Center High School in Waycross and served proudly in the United States Navy during World War II. He often recalled how the United States won the war when his commanding officer requested him to get a broom and hoist it high because the battle had been won and it was a clean sweep. And that’s how Lloyd’s life has been, “a clean sweep!” He too has won the battle and was his own champion and marched to the beat of his own drum. He was a deacon at St. Paul New Life Outreach Ministry, a member of the American Legion and retired from the former Atlantic Coast Line Railroad (CSX). He loved poetry, arts, traveling, dancing, singing and could speak French. He loved the Lord with his entire heart and was a blessing to the community and his family. His father, Lloyd Sr., would often chant that the Lord gave him two engineers because Lloyd Jr. built his own home and drew the blueprints. He was a very strong man, proud leader and father. He and Forrestine Lumpkin-McPherson had just celebrated 57 years of marriage on Feb. 8 and spent their last Valentine's Day together last week. Lloyd expressed his love for his family and community that day and stated that “the dead in Christ shall rise again and that you will see me again!” God blessed the fruit of his loins by giving him 7 beautiful children. He had 4 children with Odessa M. Garner: Charles McPherson (deceased), Brenda M. Burse, David L. McPherson and Linda M. (Robert) Howard. He had 3 children with Forrestine McPherson: William J. (Ashley) McPherson, Dr. Reginald R. (Sharon) McPherson and Dr. Kim M. (Kyle and Raymond) Greene. On Friday (Feb. 14, 2014), God called him from labor to reward. He also leaves to cherish his memory 2 brothers, Spencer (Dorothy) McPherson; J.E. Walker; 1 sister, Helen L. (Jene’) Walker; his aunts, Pauline Pitts and Bernice Luther; 1 uncle, Donald Hill; 13 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; and a host nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

MCQUAID, Barbara Ann McQuaig (Abstracted from the 16 September 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Barbara Ann McQuaig, age 68, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2016, at residence following a brief illness. Ms. McQuaig was born on February 18, 1948, in Douglas, GA, to the late Woodrow Courson and Vera Sapp Courson. Mrs. McQuaig retired as a Pharmacy Tech from Wal-Mart. She was preceded in death by her sister, Linda Graham; and three brothers, Mark Courson, Monroe Courson, and Tommy Courson. Survivors include her two sons, Matt (Lisie) McQuaig of Pearson, GA, and Noah (Brenda) Brownell of Lakeland, FL; brother, Doug Courson of Greenville, SC; 2 sisters, Jean Clemons of Douglas, GA, and Margie McGee of Glenwood, GA; 4 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Funeral services were Thursday, September 15, 2016, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Lone Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery.

MCQUAIG, Charles William McQuaig (Abstracted from the 2 April 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Charles William McQuaig, age 82, died Wednesday (April 1, 2015) at Waycross Health and Rehabilitation. He was born in Waycross July 13, 1932 to the late Walter Donald McQuaig and Dale Carter McQuaig. He was married to Jane Williams McQuaig for 63 years. He worked for Atlantic Coastline, Seaboard Coastline and CSX railroads for 42 years as a welder in the car department. He was an active member of Central Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday school teacher, deacon and on various committees. He had a green thumb when it came to pecan trees and grape vines, and he enjoyed sharing both with friends and neighbors. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Wesley Donald McQuaig, and a grandson, Andrew Michael McQuaig. He is survived by his wife, Jane; 1 daughter, Elizabeth Carol McQuaig, of Fitzgerald; 2 sons, Charles Michael (Marty) McQuaig, of Lilburn, and David William (Debra) McQuaig, of White, GA; 8 grandchildren, Beau (Laurie Anne) Luckie, of Griffin, Leigh (Sabrina) Luckie, of Fitzgerald, Zach (Haley) Luckie, of Fitzgerald, McKenzie (Clark) MacAllister, of Cumming, Callie McQuaig, of Jackson, MS, Will McQuaig, of Atlanta, Mallory McQuaig, of Athens, and Caleb McQuaig, of Valdosta; 1 nephew, Wesley (Donna) McQuaig, of Jacksonville, FL; and 1 niece, Sherry (Phillip) Poirrier; and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Central Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

MCQUAIG, Charlotte Dorothy Sue Stone McQuaig (Abstracted from the June 20, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Charlotte Dorothy “Dot” Sue Stone McQuaig, age 69, of Jacksonville, FL, died Tuesday (June 17, 2014) at Shands Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, after injuries from an auto accident. She was born in Waycross to the late Preston LaFloyd Stone and the late Vannie Griffin Stone. She was a graduate of Hoboken High School. She moved to Jacksonville in 1975 and retired from BellSouth Telephone Company. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters and volunteering at their school. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas “Johnny” McQuaig III. Survivors include 2 sons, Robert W. McQuaig, of Jacksonville, FL, and John Randall “Randy” McQuaig, of Tallahassee, FL; 2 granddaughters, Aislynn C. McQuaig and Haiylee G. McQuaig; brothers 122 and sisters, Billy (Delphine) Stone, of Waycross, Ethelyn (Ted) Delcomyn, of Waycross, Jo Ann (Gerald) Johns, of Waycross, Mary Alice (Allen) Chauncey, of Jacksonville, FL, Bobby (Jann) Stone, of Hiram, Betty (Jack) Meadows, of North Charleston, SC, Gary Stone, of Waycross; daughter-in-law, Becky McQuaig, of Lakeland, FL; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Saturday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in High Bluff Cemetery.

MCQUAIG, Doris Crews McQuaig (Abstracted from the 5 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Doris Crews McQuaig, age 97, died Wednesday (May 4, 2016) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an extended illness. She was born on Cow House Island in the Okefenokee Swamp and was a life-long resident of Ware County. She was the wife of the late John Beland McQuaig, and daughter of the late Jesse Crews and Cora Aldridge Crews. She was also preceded in death by a son, Norwood Beland McQuaig Sr. and his wife, Nellene Thomas McQuaig, a daughter, Christine Hurst, sisters, Maude and Nell, and brothers, Donald, Levis and Flois. She was of the Christian faith. Her life was always centered on her children and she always made sure to tell family members that she loved them anytime they were parting company. She was talented in many areas ranging from cooking, gardening, crocheting, making crafts or even carpentry needs around the house. Survivors include 1 daughter, Phyllis (Lenwood) Hamilton of Blackshear; 2 sons, Donnie (Emily) McQuaig of Blackshear, and Kenny (Gail) McQuaig of Waycross; 1 son-in-law, Marvin Hurst of Waycross; 11 grandchildren, Jan (Barry) Edmundson of Alma, Tammy (Robert) Benchoff of Waycross, Buddy (Carrie) McQuaig of Blackshear, Tim Hurst of Waycross, Michael (Khrista) Hurst of Waycross, Shannon (Lilllie) McQuaig of Evans, Kelly McQuaig of Floyd, VA, Richard (Beth) Blythe of Blackshear, Page Hurst of Tampa, FL, Amy Bennett of Blackshear, and Brian McQuaig of Canton; 19 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Mildred Dasher of Lake Park; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial donations may be made to the Building Fund of First Baptist Church of Blackshear, 670 Main St., Blackshear, GA 31516, to Trinity United Methodist Church, 1005 Church St., Waycross, GA 31501 or to a favorite charity. The funeral will be Saturday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Victory Methodist Church Cemetery of Manor. The family will receive friends at the home of Lenwood and Phyllis Hamilton, 1228 Lakeview Drive, Blackshear.

MCQUAIG, Everett McQuaig (Abstracted from the 27 July 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Everett McQuaig, age 67 died Thursday (July 25, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health following an extended illness. He was a native of Alma and lived most of his life in Waycross. He was a plumber for many years and a member of University Blvd. Church of God. He was also a member of Riding for Christ Motorcycle Club. He was a son of the late Rufus M. McQuaig Sr. and Oscie Lee Smith McQuaig. He was also preceded in death by a great grandson, Opie Jay Bowman, a sister, Dorothy Strickland and a brother, David McQuaig. He is survived by the love of his life for 48 years, Gennell Musgrove McQuaig of Waycross; six children, Jason D. McQuaig (Ashlea) of Waycross, Chris McQuaig (Roxanne) of Alma, Gennifer D. Hall (Jimmy) of Brunswick, Doug Higgs (Lori) of Riverview, FL, Dewey D. Harrell (Pam) of Warner Robins, and Cheryl Odham (Jeff) of Callahan, FL; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; two sisters, Jeanette Crawford and Dian Daniels (Herb) both of Waycross; a brother, Junior McQuaig (Dell) of Waycross; a special brother-in-law, Virgil Musgrove of Jacksonville, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was dearly loved by his entire family and a host of friends. A funeral service will be at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Blackshear. Friends will be gathering at the home of Mr. McQuaig, 2744 Timberlake Drive in Waycross.

MCQUAIG, Florice Smith McQuaig (Abstracted from the 7 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Florice Smith McQuaig, age 91, died Friday (Oct. 2, 2015) at Baptist Village Nursing Home in Waycross after an extended illness. She was born in Waycross to the late Pierce Pickett Smith and Opal Howell Smith Hill. She was married to the late Thomas Monroe McQuaig and worked at the Waycross City Library and operated the book mobile. She worked at Vennard College University in Iowa for 10 years. She was a member of Faith Temple Church in Waycross where she was a Sunday school teacher, choir member and was a board member. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and excellent homemaker. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Jimmy Head. She is survived by 3 children, Norma (Gordon) Bennett of Clinton, OK, Sharon Head of St. Marys, Tommie (Elutario) Almanzar of Phoenix, AZ; 2 grandchildren, Jeremy (Sheila) Killam of Liberty Center, Ohio, Felicia Head (Mike) Kratzer of Seattle, WA; 5 great-grandchildren, Ory Killam, Asa Killam, Melanie Walker, Madison Walker and Evan Walker. A funeral will be Friday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Temple Church, 600 Riverside Ave., Waycross, GA 31501.

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(Abstracted from the 10 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Grovia “Pete” Waters McQuaig, age 94, of Waycross, died Saturday (Oct. 8, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after a short illness. She was born in Reidsville to the late Robert Raymond Waters and Lanie Elmyra Kicklighter Waters. She lived in Waycross for most of her life where she worked as a Network Clerk for the Southern Bell Telephone Company and was a member of First Christian Church. She was passionate about gardening, cooking and the monthly birthday parties she orchestrated at Satilla Care Center for the past 51 years. Her memberships included the Garden Club, Walking Club, Telephone Pioneers and she was the Exchange Club Volunteer of the Year. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Latimer McQuaig, four sisters, Myrtle Smith, Inez Collins, Nadynee Burris and Monteen Waters and two brothers, Foster Waters and Robert S. Waters. Survivors include 1 daughter, Janice (Sam) Nisbet of Flowery Branch, 1 son, Wayne McQuaig, of Shelbyville, KY; 1 brother, Winton E. Waters of Glennville; the loves her of life, 5 grandchildren, Natalie (Andy) Parker, Mandy (Ryan) Butterly, Staci (Brian) Hunt, Justin (Megan) McQuaig, Laura McQuaig (Aaron) Davis and 9 great- grandchildren, Riley Parker, Abby Parker, Owen Parker, Morgan Parker, Connor Butterly, Hollis Hunt, Henry McQuaig, Cassidy Butterly and June McQuaig and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church, 412 McDonald St., Waycross, GA 31501; St. Jude’s, P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142; Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501; Trinity United Methodist Church Carpenter Fund, 1005 Church St., Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCQUAIG, James Edward McQuaig Sr. (Abstracted from the 10 July 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James Edward McQuaig Sr., age 82, of Manor, died Saturday (July 8, 2017) at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta after a brief illness. He was born in Manor to the late Claude S. McQuaig and Allie Cason McQuaig. Growing up, he attended school in Manor and made the community his home for his entire life. He worked as a drywall contractor and was a member of Victory Methodist Church. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved his dog, Lucky. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Marcia Griffis McQuaig, two brothers, Harold McQuaig and Randolph McQuaig, and a sister, Olga McQuaig Smith. He is survived by his daughter, Debbie McQuaig (Carey) York of Manor; his son, James Edward (Melissa) McQuaig Jr. of Manor; three grandchildren, Carey Dawn York, Jennifer (Terry) Payne, Jamie Johnson all three of Waycross; three great-grandchildren, Lauren Johnson, Reese Payne, Ridge Payne; a sister, Jenlee West of Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Tuesday at the Victory Methodist Church Cemetery in Manor. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCQUAIG, Jane Williams McQuaig (Abstracted from the 11 April 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jane Williams McQuaig kept her reservation with the Lord on Sunday (April 8, 2018). She lived 22 months at Baptist Village Retirement Center, where she volunteered during her good health. She was the daughter of the late Mack Lemuel Williams and Gladys Smith Williams. Born in Waycross on June 30, 1933, she graduated from Waycross High School in 1950. She was an active member of Central Baptist Church working in the toddler Sunday School, later making funnel cakes with Charlie at fall festivals and being devoted to her Grace Sunday School class. She was a faithful Christian who is remembered for her laugh, her positive attitude, her encouragement to others and the fact that you knew where you stood with her. She was a familiar face at Commercial Bank for 20 years, known for her friendliness and excellent customer service. She is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth McQuaig-McIntyre (Steve), of Fitzgerald; two sons, Charles Michael McQuaig (Marty), of Lilburn, and David William McQuaig (Debra), of White; grandchildren, Beau Luckie (Laurie Anne), of Carrollton, Leigh Luckie (Sabrina), of Fitzgerald, Zach Luckie (Haley), of Fitzgerald, McKenzie MacAllister (Clark), of Dawsonville, Callie McQuaig, of Birmingham, AL, Will McQuaig, of Atlanta, Mallory McQuaig, of Lilburn, and Caleb McQuaig, of Lilburn; great-grandchildren, Anna Claire Luckie, Charlie Luckie, Tate Luckie, Max Luckie and Graham MacAllister; one sister, Ann Godwin, of Gainesville, Fla.; three brothers, Bennie Williams (Sue), of Savannah, Frank Williams (Debra), of Crystal Lake, FL, and John Williams (Marti), of Ocala, FL; a sister-in-law, Pat Williams; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Charles William McQuaig, a grandson, Andrew Michael McQuaig, three brothers, Mack Williams, Robert Williams and Richard Williams. A funeral will be Saturday at Central Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Baptist Village Retirement Center Music and Memory Program or Activities Program, 2650 Carswell Ave., Waycross, GA 31501, Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, or Central Baptist Church, 201 Ava St., Waycross, GA 31501.

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Jean Dean Oxford McQuaig, 89, died Sunday morning (Feb. 26, 2006) at Baptist Village following a short illness. She was a native of Milwaukee, Wis. She resided most of her life in Waycross and Savannah. She was the daughter to the late Walter Robert Dean and Burneice Kett Dean. She was married to the late Glover Oxford and William C. McQuaig. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and the Leah Sunday School Class. She was a member of the choir, was a Sunday school teacher, church organist and assistant pianist. She graduated from Savannah Technical School as an LPN and worked at Memorial Hospital and the Health Department in Savannah. She was a retired LPN with Memorial Hospital in Waycross. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. R.V. (Marilyn) Martin Jr., of Waycross; two sons, David R. Oxford (wife Joyce), of Savannah, and Walter Dean Oxford, of Jarrett, Va.; four grandchildren, Vic Martin (wife Regina), Ken Martin, Dawn Keith and David Oxford Jr. (wife Melissa); 10 great-grandchildren, Darcie Keith, Lauren Oxford, David Oxford III, Zachary Oxford, Clarissa Crews (husband Darren), Cuyler Martin (wife Brooke), Kellianne Martin, Korey Martin, Kayla Martin and Wrangler Martin; three great-great-grandchildren, Taylor Crews, Amelia Crews and Cuylea Martin; and a special friend, Hermon Butler of Waycross. A funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Music Funeral Home tonight from 7 to 9. The Leah Sunday School Class is requested to meet at the church Tuesday at 2:40 p.m. to serve as honorary pallbearers. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com

MCQUAIG, Lynda Nell Robbins McQuaig (Abstracted from the 26 December 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Lynda Nell “Bebe” Robbins McQuaig, age 70, of Waycross died Wednesday (Dec. 23, 2015) at her residence after a lengthy illness. She was born in San Antonio, TX, to the late Dr. Allen Isaac and Mary Ann Pittard Robbins, while her father was serving in the military. She grew up in Homerville and spent the majority of her adult life in Waycross. She earned her nursing degree from Emory University. She worked as a nurse at Clinch Memorial Hospital, taught registered nursing classes at South Georgia College and at Satilla Regional Medical Center. She also worked at Memorial Hospital, later Satilla Regional Medical Center, all through the nursing ranks, from house supervisor to nurse manager for critical care. In 2000, she retired from nursing, and became known as “Gigi” when her first grandchild was born. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles W. Robbins Sr. and Allen Isaac “Bubba” Robbins Jr. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Richard McQuaig of Waycross; 3 children, Butch (Casey) McQuaig of Millwood, David (Misty) McQuaig of Homerville, Marci (Andy) Johnson of Waycross; 6 grandchildren, Drew Johnson, Mac Johnson, Maddey McQuaig, Cole McQuaig, Maggie McQuaig and Maeley McQuaig; 1 sister, Jan (Roy) Rhodes of Valdosta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Sunday at Trinity United Methodist Church. A private family burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, Trinity United Methodist Church Youth, 1005 Church St., Waycross, GA 31501, or the Waycross House of Hope, 109 Thomas St., Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCQUAIG, Marcia Griffis McQuaig (Abstracted from the 19 September 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Marcia Griffis McQuaig, age 80, of Manor, died Thursday (Sept. 17, 2015) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. She was born in Homerville to the late Randall and Lola Dukes Griffis. She attended Clinch County schools and was a homemaker. She was a member of Victory Methodist Church and the Women’s Missionary Society. She was a caregiver to all of her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Latrelle Lisenby, four brothers, Robert Griffis, Norman Griffis, Bo Griffis and Jackie Griffis. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, James Edward McQuaig Sr., of Manor; 1 daughter, Debbie McQuaig (Carey) York of Manor; 1 son, James Edward (Melissa) McQuaig Jr., of Manor; 3 grandchildren, Carey Dawn York of Manor, Jennifer (Terry) Payne of Waycross, Jamie (Craig) Johnson of Waycross; 3 great- grandchildren, Lauren Johnson, Reese Payne and Ridge Payne; 1 sister, Jeanette Berry, of Johnston, SC; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Saturday at the Victory Methodist Church Cemetery in Manor. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCQUAIG, Marlon McQuaig (Abstracted from the 4 January 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Marlon McQuaig, age 60, of Waycross, died Saturday (Jan. 2, 2016) at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Ira William McQuaig Jr. and Lola Mae Hewitt McQuaig. He graduated from Charlton County High School, attended South Georgia College and worked for Badcock Furniture in Waycross for 37 years. He was currently assistant manager. He was a member of Central Baptist Church and the Co-Ed 1 Sunday School Class. He was active in sports during his life. In 1977 his team won the second annual “Wildcat Classic,” in 1978 he was on the Waycross and Ware County Recreation Department baseball championship team, in 1980 he was on the basketball championship boys team, in 1982 his team won the 125

Wacona Christmas Tree Tournament and was the Georgia Recreation and Parks Society Second District Class A champion, in 1983 he played for the Junior Boys champions in basketball, and in 1995 he was on the Ware County Men’s League champion team. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Isaac Milton McQuaig, Jerry Wayne McQuaig and Jeffery Lynn McQuaig. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Josie Carpenter McQuaig of Waycross; 1 daughter, Hilliary McQuaig of Waycross; 3 brothers, Ira Gilbert (Joann) McQuaig of Florida, William T. (Patricia) McQuaig of Jacksonville, FL, Robert Kenneth (Terry) McQuaig of Ft. Worth, TX; 1 sister, Maxine (Pender) Lloyd of Folkston; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Wednesday at Central Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church, 201 Ava St., Waycross, GA 31501 or Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Miles- Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

MCQUAIG, Martha Christine McQuaig (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, January 30, 2013) Martha Christine McQuaig, 83, died Friday, January 18, 2013. She was born March 26, 1930. She was preceded in death by her parents, Isoline and Herbert Studebaker; a brother, H. E. Studebaker; and a sister, Lilly Bradford. A native of Homerville, she resided in Jacksonville, FL in her later years of life. She was a woman of many talents and found the most joy in sewing and cooking. She always saw the good in others and never judged a book by its cover. She had a heart of gold and always saw the positive in others and had an endless love for those she loved. She was always the giving kind. She was what most would call a one-of-a-kind woman. She adored her children and grandchildren and was always a huge part of their lives. Although she gave up her battle to cancer and chose to go home to be with the Lord, she will forever live in the hearts of those who loved her. She is survived by three sisters Pearl Kight, Mavis Maynard and Helen Booth, all of Homerville; two sons, Guss Ellsworth Plair and wife Teresa Boyd Plair of Jacksonville, FL, and Randall Eugene Plair and wife Lori Plair of Jacksonville, FL; five grandchildren, Hollie Robinson, Heather Foshee, Guss Plair Jr., Brandi Plair and Alexie Plair; five great-grandchildren, Gage, Samuel, Moses, Landon and Copper; and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life was held Saturday, January 26, 2013, at at Cornerstone Baptist Church. She was laid to rest in Pine Forest Cemetery in Homerville

MCQUAIG, Robert E. McQuaig (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 27, 2007) Robert E. "Uncle Bob" McQuaig, 75, died Thursday afternoon (Oct. 25, 2007) at the V.A. Medical Center in Lake City, FL. after an extended illness. He was a native of Waresboro, but he resided in Atlanta for 40 years before moving back to Waycross in February of 2006. He was a graduate of Waycross High School, and he served in the United States Air Force from 1951 until 1963. During his military service, he was an interpreter for military intelligence who spoke fluent Russian. Following his military service, he received a radio broadcasting license, which he used for 6 months before becoming a lumber salesman for most of his married life. He was employed by Arrow Lumber Company in Suwannee, GA. He also was a member of The Bridge Church of God in Buford and New Life Assembly of God in Blackshear. He was the son of the late William McQuaig and Ida Spivey McQuaig. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Russell, Tom and Cecil McQuaig; and two sisters, Willamae Nipper and Margaret Hand. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Mary Beth Cook McQuaig of Waycross; a son, Robert E. McQuaig II (Dottie) of Cumming; three stepchildren, James "Skip" Watson (Becky) of AZ, Susan Thibodeau (David) of Clermont, FL, and Laura Huskey (Wayne) of High Springs, FL; 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; four siblings, Pauline Adams of Nicholls, Gene White of Waycross, Sue May of Valdosta, and Raymond McQuaig; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday (October 27, 2007) at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends 5 until 8 p.m. Sunday at R. T. Patterson Funeral Home in Lilburn, GA. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday (October 29, 2007) at R. T. Patterson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Melwood Cemetery in Stone Mountain. Music Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.

MCQUAIG, Sam J. McQuaig (Abstracted from the October 2, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Sam J. McQuaig, 85, of Waycross, died Monday night (Sept. 30, 2013) at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, after an extended illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Lee and Missouri Baldwin Lankford McQuaig. He made Waycross his home all of his life. He was retired from CSX Railroad, was a member of Crawford Street Baptist Church and the Sundowners at Brooks United Methodist Church. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janette Manning McQuaig, and a brother, Vernon McQuaig. He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. A funeral will be held Thursday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

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Bessie McQuay, colored, age 44, died Saturday in the local hospital after an extended illness. She is survived by her husband, David McQuay, and ten children, her mother, Ida Haynes, all of Madison; four sisters Elizabeth Brown, of Vero beach and Emma Lee Ward, Lula Johnson and Lizzie Haynes, all of Madison; five brothers, J. B. Haynes, and W. Haynes, both of Live Oak, John Henry and R. D. Haynes, both of Winter Park, and J. H. Haynes, of Philadelphia. Funeral services will be held Sunday February 2nd in Evergreen Baptist Church on Cherry Lake Highway with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

MCQUAY, Kenneth Lashon McQuay, Jr. (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 5 July 2020) Kenneth McQuay, Jr. life began on January 17, 1988 in Tallahassee, FL. He was the beloved son of Roshannon L. Powell and Kenneth McQuay, Sr. “Bubba”, as he was lovingly called, graduated from Madison County High School in 2016 where he received his high school diploma. He was employed with QLM Construction in Perry, FL, where he worked as a faithful employee until his untimely demise. “Bubba” accepted Christ as his personal Savior on March 11, 2012. He was then baptized and went on to join Restored Christian Center in Monticello, FL. He believed that God had a prepared place for him. Needing another good angel, Heaven opened its gates on Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Madison County Memorial Hospital, and our beloved “Bubba” was summoned by the Heavenly Angels to his everlasting Home. Although he is no longer with us, he will never be forgotten, and his memories will live forever in each of our hearts. “Bubba” leaves to forever cherish his everlasting memories an undying love, his devoted and loving parents: Roshannon L. Powell and Kenneth L. McQuay, Sr.; a loving daughter: Ka’loni McQuay, all of Greenville, FL; four sisters: Fantavia Wilson, Kennetria and Kenneshia McQuay, all of Greenville, FL and Shay McQuay of Madison, FL; three special sisters: Kenya Livingston, Myasia Florence, both of Greenville, FL and Shauntavia Livingston of Clyattville, GA; two brothers: Keshawn McQuay and Kadence Eastham; a devoted grandmother: Dorothy Smith of Madison, FL; three aunts: Tywanna Arnold and Voncelia Jackson, both of Greenville, FL and Dorothy McQuay of Madison, FL; three special aunts: Shaquitha (Bryan) Whitfield, who raised him as their very own son, of Clyattville, GA, Marcia Bellamy and Libby Arnold, whom he loved dearly, both of Greenville, FL; nine uncles: Woodrow Arnold, Tallahassee, FL, Omar Miller, Greenville, FL, John III, Joseph, Anthony, Jackie and Darian Davis, all of Madison, FL, Angelo (Lakeisha) McQuay, Crestview, FL, Anthony Arnold of Clearwater, FL and; a host of great-aunts, special aunts, great-uncles, great-great uncle, nieces, nephews, special cousins and other relatives.

MCQUAY, Latasha Lashay Miller McQuay (Abstracted from Greene Publishing 26 January 2021) Latasha Lashay Miller McQuay, age 49, was the daughter of James Tyson and Linda Miller. She was a lifelong resident of Madison, FL, and a 1989 graduate of Jefferson County High School, in Monticello, FL. Latasha peacefully closed her eyes and transitioned from the troubles of this world on Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021. Graveside celebration services will be at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, 7378 FL State Rd. 14, in Madison. She met her forever love, Leon McQuay, whom she married in 1995. Together, they raised their son and three daughters in a loving environment. Latasha's special love for her children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews are the main reasons she enjoyed childcare service. Latasha's love for her family made her house into a home. She enjoyed cooking for them, and her specialty was soul food. She loved listening to music. She kept it spiritual with Gospel songs, yet lively and fun with R & B (including H-Town) for dancing. To wind down from her daily routine, she also found enjoyment in watching the television series, Little House on the Prairie. Forever cherishing her loving memory are her husband, Leon McQuay, Sr. of Madison; children: Leon McQuay, Jr., Delaina McQuay, Qua'Teshia (Torrey) Howard and La'Tavia McQuay, all of Madison; grandchildren: McKenzie McQuay, Taziah Latimer, Ke'shanti Reaves, Karter Reaves, JaQuez Arnold, Jr., Ma'Liyah Mitchell and Rashee Mitchell; parents, James Tyson and Linda Miller, both of Madison; siblings: Michael Miller of Lake City, FL, Anthony Miller of Madison, and Debra (Ernest) Allen of Midway, FL; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Final care and compassionate services are being provided to the McQuay family, with love, care and uncompromising dignity, by the Hall-Moore Funeral Directors at Tillman Funeral Home of Madison.

MCQUAY, Louis Clemon McQuay, Sr. (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 19 January 2015) Reverend Louis Clemon McQuay, Sr., age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 14, in Tallahassee. Louis was born on June 16, 1936 in Madison County, FL to the late Dave and Bessie (Haynes) McQuay. He was the 5th child out of 11 children. “Rev.” gained education within the Madison County School System. He was baptized at an early age and served as a deacon for eight years before receiving his calling to preach the gospel in 1972 at New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Madison. Rev. McQuay was employed by the Handcock Logging Company for many years in Live Oak. He also pastored many churches throughout Madison, Jefferson, Lanier and Suwannee Counties. Louis was a talented musician that allowed God to minister through him. He was famous and known by many for singing Your Grace and Mercy. He was the lead singer of many gospel groups over the years, which included The Florida QC’s, Suwannee Jubilers, The JoyTones and a duet group where he sang alongside Deacon Herbert Brown. Louis was predeceased by his parents: Dave and Bessie McQuay; three 127 children: Jackie, Louis “L.C.,” Jr. and Demarvis “Teegar” McQuay; eight siblings: Thomas, Albert, Sr., Ashley, Sr., Glenn, Sr., Leonard, Sr., Lugene, Sr., Aaron, Sr., and Alfreda Young; and one grandchild: Cecilia McQuay. Reverend Louis McQuay, Sr., leaves to cherish his sweet memories, his wife; Gwendolyn Fillmore, of Live Oak; 3 sons: Melvin (Shirley), of Madison; Jonahus (Paullett), of Tallahassee; and Myronn, of Jacksonville; 4 daughters: Debbie, of Pinetta; Regina (James), of New Tampa, FL; Vickie, of Valdosta; and Genethel, of Tallahassee; 1 brother, Alvin (Bridgette); 2 sisters: Ernestine (Albert, deceased) Jones and Minister Lottie Brown, all of Live Oak; 4 stepchildren: Kristie and Teressa Fillmore, Nikki Henderson and Bernard Owens, all of Live Oak; 30 grandchildren: Melvin, Jr., Destiny, Jackie, Stacy, Bonita, LaKendra, Marquis, Antia, Courtney, ShaQuandra, Antwon, Jae, Jenee, JaRod, Chavario, Telvasha, Jarvis, Jonathan, Josiah, Teiara, James Jr.,Deandra, Charmesia, Justin, Damesia, Daisha, Jordan, Javerrian, Dyterrian and Aquaveon; 19 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Homegoing Celebration to take place January 24 at New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, located at 503 SW Williams Street, Madison, FL 32340. Ganzy Funeral Home is assisting the family with the final arrangements.

MCQUAY, Willie Cleve McQuay, Sr. (Abstracted from the Madison County Enterprise Recorder 7 November 2008) Willie Cleve McQuay, Sr., of Madison, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2008 at his home. Memorial service will be held Saturday, November 8, at Cooks and Cooper Chapel. Family will receive friends at the home of Essie Mae McQuay on Friday, November 7, at 335 SE Gillislee St., in Madison. Willie was born on August 8, 1925, to the proud parents of Cleveland and Tazzie McQuay. He was joined in Holy Matrimony to Essie Mae McQuay. He leaves cherished memories to his wife, Essie Mae McQuay; 6 sons, Willie Cleve McQuay Jr., of Sebring, Willie Frederick McQuay of Madison, Kenneth (Sharon) McQuay of Alabama, Darrell McQuay and Michael McQuay of Madison, and Kevin McQuay of Valdosta, GA., 6 daughters: Mary (Sammie) Madison of Monticello, Betty G. Delaughter of Sebring, Shirley (Daniel) Hilbert of Orlando, Barbara (Chester) McQuay of Carol City, Edith Turner and Gwenesia McQuay of Madison; 1 sister-in-law, Lillie (Clarence) Graham of Madison; 2 daughters-in-law, Ann McQuay and Iya McQuay; 40 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, and cousins. Two sons preceded him in death, Alvin McQuay and Eddie McQuay. Cooks and Cooper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MCQUEEN, Josephine Jennings McQueen (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 17 April 2020) Josephine Jennings McQueen was born April 10, 1945 in Greenville, FL, the second of 10 children born to Joe and Williephine Jennings. Both of her parents preceded her to Glory. Josephine attended Greenville Training School and later went on to pursue a career in cosmetology at the Gibbs Cosmetology School. On February 27, 1965, she married the love of her life, Henry McQueen. Together, their union yielded one daughter, Zarnette McQueen and her niece, Monica Threatt, whom she raised as her own. Josephine was employed with ABC Distributors as an Account Receivable Specialist for many years. Most recently, she worked as a foster grandmother for Miami-Dade County Community Action Agency at Zubkoff Headstart Center. On April 17, 2020, God’s servant, Josephine answered the Master’s call and went to rest in her Savior’s arms. She leaves to cherish precious memories, her loving husband: Henry McQueen; her daughters: Zarnette McQueen (John) Black and Monica (Jeff Harrison) Threatt, all of Miami, FL; four sisters: Lorraine (Sam) Wims, Miami, FL, Willie Mae (Walter) Wilkens, Lakeland, FL, Patricia Ferguson, Greenville, FL and Yolanda Parker of Tampa, FL; two brothers: Joe Thomas (Lillian) Jennings and Jerome Jennings; ten grandchildren: Isaac Moore, Jr., T’Kya Black, Jada Choice, Tahj Black, Ja’Kniya Choice, Al’Laiya Farmer, Faith Threatt, Jalyissa JaiyHin Harrison and Jeffrey Harrison III; aunt: Johnnie Mae Mack of Ocala, FL; uncle: Ernest (Carrie) Washington of Madison, FL; and a host of loving family members.

MCRAE, Bernice McRae (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 12 January 2011) Mrs. Bernice McRae, age 65, was the daughter of the late Mr. Will and Mrs. Bessie McRae. She was born on March 26, 1945, in Douglas, GA. Bernice attended George Washington Carver Elementary and High School. She moved to Miami, FL where she worked as a childcare provider for many years. She attended several churches and received God as her Lord and Savior. On the early morning of Wednesday, January 5, 2011, she answered the call to glory as she entered into eternal peace. Bernice was one of God’s chosen children to have a positive impact on everyone that came into contact with her. She always had a smile and pleasant conversation to strangers as well as friends. She would always share food, clothing and a word of encouragement to homeless people in Miami and they never forgot her. She was a woman of honesty that spoke her mind. Bernice spent special times fishing with her son-in-law, Ben, and a host of other family and friends. To rejoice over her home going and to cherish her memory she leaves to mourn: 3 children: Robert Wayne McRae of Douglas, GA; Shawn Lorenzo McRae of Miami, FL; Angela (James) Young of Honolulu, HI; 2 brothers: Tom McRae of Valdosta, GA; Willie B. McRae of Douglas, GA; 1 sister: Aretha McRae, Miami, FL; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; a host of sorrowing nephews, nieces, cousins, sisters-in-law, and 128 brothers-in-law. Funeral services were Sunday, January 9, 2011. Interment followed in Douglas City Cemetery. Harrell’s Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MCRAE, Clyde Russell McRae (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 1 December 2018) Clyde McRae of Valdosta, GA passed away Saturday, December 1, 2018 at The Fellowship Home after a lengthy illness. Clyde was born on June 21, 1921 in Montgomery, AL to the late Charlie and Mary Russell (McRae). He served in the United States Navy and Army during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He then retired from the Civil Service with the United States Air Force. He was of the Baptist Faith. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by 2 wives Lois McRae and Velma McRae and 3 brothers, Preston, Grant and Roy and 1 sister, Barbara Holder. Survivors include a granddaughter; Charmaine Kersey; Valdosta, GA; great grandchildren; Chad Kersey (Ashely) Durham, NC, and Bryan Kersey, Valdosta, GA. Graveside services will be Wednesday, Dec 5, 2018 at Sunset Hill Cemetery in Valdosta, GA. The McRae family is being cared for by the caring and professional staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

MCRAE, Juanita Bertha Futch McRae (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 27 April 2020) Juanita Bertha Futch McRae, age 81, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. A private graveside service will be held at Pavo Lebanon Cemetery. Mrs. McRae was born in Brevard County, FL in the La Grange community to the late Lee Futch & Annie Futch Caylor on January 27, 1939. She married William E. McRae her husband of 39 years, who preceded her in death on December 10, 2014. She worked in Mental Health as a Supervisor for Georgia Pines and retired from Joan Arc Mills. She was a member of Rose City Church of God. Survivors include, children, Nita McRae Massey (Jesse) of Ray City, GA, Thomas McRae of Thomasville and Kevin McRae (Tracey) of Jakin, GA, 10 grandchildren, 15 great- grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Debbie Bennett, son-in-law Mike Bennett, son, Marty McRae and a grandson, Thomas McRae, Jr.

MCRAE, Louise McRae (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 27 April 2010) Mrs. Louise McRae, age 85 of Pearson, GA, passed away Monday, March 29, 2010, at Shady Acres Convalescent Center in Douglas, GA following an extended illness. A native of Bainbridge, GA, Mrs. McRae was born on January 18, 1925, the daughter of Leon and Hazel Miller Gainey. She made her home in Brandon, FL for many years before moving to Pearson five years ago. She was a homemaker and attended the First Baptist Church in Pearson, GA. Her husband Paul Winton McRae preceded her in death. Survivors include 1 son: Chris McRae of Pearson, GA; 1 daughter: Lila (Barry) Apple of Oldsmar, FL; 3 brothers: Douglas Gainey of Atlanta, GA, Albert Gainey of Atlanta, GA and Bill Gainey of Memphis, TN; 1 sister: Linda Gainey of Washington, DC; 3 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. McRae were Friday, April 2, 2010, at the First Baptist Church in Pearson, GA. The interment was held at Hillsboro Memorial Gardens in Brandon, FL on Saturday, April 3, 2010. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

MCRAE, Lurlie Lewis McRae (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 23 May 2018) Services for Lurlie Lewis McRae "Sister" will be Saturday, May 26, 2018 at Barnett's Creek Baptist Church, where she was a life-time member. Lurlie was the second child, and first daughter of the late Joseph Ferguson and Dorothy Beam Lewis. She was born on July 8, 1926 in Albany, GA. As a young child, she moved with her family to Thomasville, GA, and was a graduate of Ochlocknee High School and Joy School of Business. After her schooling, she was employed by the Commercial Bank, served as a bookkeeper at The Monash Shop, and for many years at the family business, Lewis Enterprises, Inc., and Thomasville Flower Shop. In 1973, a unique opportunity to purchase Thomasville Flower Shop came her way, and she acted on it. She operated this as a much loved family business with her son and daughter until her death. Other than her family, there was nothing Lurlie loved more than flowers, the Florida coast, fishing anywhere, eating out anywhere, and Bluegrass music. She was predeceased by her husband, R. Bruce McRae, and her beloved son-in-law, Jack Brown, and her granddaughter, Jackie Brown, her sister-in-law, Opal Lewis, and her brothers-in-law, Phil Jones, and Dr. Robert Thourson. She is survived by her daughter, Regina McRae Brown, and her son, James Bruce (Mandy) McRae, her grandchildren, Kyle Riley, Kortney Riley, Marlene (Mike) Pendergast, Kirk (Lisa) Brown, great grandchildren, Skyler Riley, Cole (Misti) Pendergast, Cody Pendergast, Andrew Tucker, Addison Brown, and Arabella Brown. She is also survived by her two brothers, Billy Joe (Dot) Lewis, and Logan Lewis, and her sisters, Joy Lewis Jones, and Mary Lewis Thourson, and a host of loving nieces and nephews.

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(Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Myrtle B. McRae, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Perry. She was a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County, FL and the daughter of the late Joe Blue and Vann Hendry Blue. Mrs. McRae was a member of the St. Johns Fellowship Church. She enjoyed arts & crafts, gardening, hunting and fishing in her spare time. She also loved to cook and share her cooking with family. Preceded in death by husband, John A. McRae, and a grand-daughter. Survived by a son, Edward Spivey of Tampa, FL, a daughter, Earline Courtney and husband William D. of Perry, FL, (1) sister; Beatrice Farnam of Perry, FL, (3) grandchildren, (8) great-grandchildren, (1) great-great-grand. A Memorial service will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Saturday, March 20, 2010.

MCRAE, Velma Sharpe Cribb McRae (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA January 3, 2015) Velma Sharpe Cribb McRae, age 85, of Adel passed away Saturday, January 3, 2015 in Tift Regional Medical Center. She was born November 26, 1929 in Berrien County, GA to the late Leo Benjamin and Daisy Mae (Pafford) Sharpe. She retired after over 35 years of service from Levi Strauss. She was a member of Springhead Baptist Church. She loved listening to and watching the Gaithers. She was preceded in death by her son, Billy Joe Cribb, 4 sisters: Vida Mae Shiver, Jean Graham, Betty Crosby, Annette Scott, Ann Chancey & brother: Vernon Sharpe. Survivors include her husband, Clyde "Mac" McRae, of Adel, GA; 3 sons & daughters-in-law, Johnny Y. Cribb, of Valdosta, GA, Jimmy W. (Pam) Cribb, of Ringgold, GA, Bobby (Patricia) Cribb, of McDonough, GA, 7 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter and 1 brother & sister-in-law, Tommy (Kathy) Sharpe, of Auburndale, FL Funeral Services will be Tuesday, January 6, 2015 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery.

MCRAE, William Evon McRae (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, December 10th, 2014) Services for William (Lee) Evon McRae of Thomasville are 1Friday, Dec. 12 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be at Pavo Lebanon Cemetery. Mr. McRae died Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014 at his residence. Born Sept. 23, 1939 in Brooks County, he was the son of late John and Alma Prescott McRae. Mr. McRae was married to Juanita Futch McRae for 39 years. He was a self-employed auto mechanic for many years who loved Stock Car racing and drove in many races during the 1970's. Survivors include sons Kevin (Tracy) McRae of Colquitt, and Tom McRae of Thomasville; daughters Nita (Jesse) Massey of Ray City, and Debbie (Mike) Bennett of Newton; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; brothers, Hayward (Carol) McRae of Moultrie and Joe (Janet) McRae of Thomasville; 1 sister Clara Musick of Moultrie and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sherry McRae, a son, Marty McRae and a brother, Avery McRae.

MCREADY, Ruby McReady (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 15 July 2011) Mrs. Ruby McReady, age 91, of Douglas, passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2011 at Shady Acres Convalescent Home following an extended illness. Mrs. McReady was born in Eastman, GA on August 19, 1919 to the late John Thomas and Rebecca Ann Pitts Poole. She was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church and was a spinner at Modern Fibers. Mrs. McReady was preceded in death by sons, Robert Thomas McReady and Gary McReady. Survivors include daughters, Brenda Turner of Douglas, Earline Reeves of Rochelle and Patricia Ryan of Savannah; son, Jimmy McReady of Ambrose; sister, Janie Ophelia Cameron of Macon; 9 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at the New Hope Baptist Church. Interment followed in the New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

MCREYNOLDS, John W. McReynolds (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 20, 1961) John W. McReynolds, age 63, died at his home one mile north of Madison on the Quitman Road early Thursday. He was recently dismissed from the Madison County Memorial Hospital where he had been ill for two weeks. Survivors include his wife and two sons, O. M. McReynolds and L. D. McReynolds, all three of Madison; three daughters, Mrs. Odessa Prince, of Madison and two other daughters in South Florida.

MCRORIE, Roy L. McRorie, Sr. (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 May 2011) Mr. Roy L. McRorie, Sr., age 75, a resident of Brunswick, GA passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2011, at his residence. Mr. McRorie was a native of Denton, GA and served in the United States Army from 1958 through 1960 and Army Reserve from 130

1961 through 1964 as a paratrooper. He received an honorable discharge as an E5 Technical Sergeant. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Estridge McRorie and Eugenia Wooten McRorie, and siblings Carlos William McRorie and Carlton McRorie. Survivors include wife: Rosalyn Cole McRorie of Brunswick; 1 son: Roy (Maureen) McRorie, Jr. of Roswell, GA; 3 sisters, Wanda (Marvin) Bookout of West Green; Lynda Ogden of Surrency; Brenda (Rusty) Kennedy of St. Simons Island; 1 brother, Elbert McRorie of West Green; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be Saturday April 23, 2011 at Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home. The family requests contributions be made to the Hospice of the Golden Isles, 1692 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick, GA 31525 or ALS Association of Georgia, 1955 Cliff Valley Way, Atlanta, GA.

MCSWAIN, Hazel Sweat Henderson McSwain (Abstracted from the 28 December 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Hazel Sweat Henderson McSwain, age 87, of Waycross, passed away Saturday (Dec. 26, 2015) at Satilla Care Center. Born in Blackshear, Dec. 21, 1928, she lived in Pierce County most of her life. She was a homemaker and was a member of Youmans Chapel Baptist Church where she was the oldest member. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, fishing and loved Christmas time — decorating, cooking and especially spending time with her family. She was a daughter of the late Leroy and Onie Opal Thomas Sweat. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Troy Carl Henderson, her second husband, John Herman McSwain Sr., a daughter, Rosemary Dyson, a son, Roy Randall Henderson, and three sisters, Pauline Fowler, Frances Bolden, and Vernell Starling. Survivors include 3 daughters, Wanda Dale Everette of Blackshear, Gail (Terry) Hester of Hazlehurst, and Susan (Manuel) Garduno of San Bernardino, CA; 3 sons, Troy Carl (Shari) Henderson Jr. of Mershon, Michael McSwain (Sherry Scurry) of Blackshear, and Johnny (Diane) McSwain of Tyler, TX; 1 sister, Helen (Johnny) Rutherford of Tallahassee, FL; 2 brothers, R. L. (Joan) Sweat and Jack Sweat all of Sorrento, FL; 14 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Tuesday at Youmans Chapel Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Oakland Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

MCSWAIN, Robert D. McSwain (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert D. McSwain, 85, of Fernandina Beach, FL, passed away Tuesday afternoon (June 25, 2013) at Quality Health of Fernandina Beach. Born in Ruskin, he was the oldest of nine children. At age 19, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Lewis, WA. Upon being honorably discharged at the age of 21, he moved to Fernandina and joined the Jacksonville Shipyards where he worked as a welder until retiring in 1974. After retiring in Jacksonville, he went to work at ITT Rayonier in Fernandina Beach, FL, continuing to weld until a second retirement in 1992. He was an avid outdoorsman and a longtime member and president of Chimney Road Hunting Club in Kings Ferry. He attended Bible Baptist Church in Fernandina Beach. He leaves behind, his wife of 50 years, Juanita Roberson McSwain, of Fernandina Beach, FL; children, Robert Donald McSwain, of Conway, AR, Iris Veronica Rider (Paul), of Salisbury, NC, Charlie McSwain (Kim), of Fernandina Beach, FL, Carol Lynn Crews (James), of Yulee, FL; a brother, Joe McSwain, of Kingsland; a sister, Dorothy Steedley, of Eufala, AL; grandchildren, Luke, Niki, Amber, Chad, Ashley, Tiffany, Staci, Jordan, Alex and Josh (Opie); several great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Saturday as he is laid to rest in Piney Grove Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Waycross. Arrangements are with Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors in Fernandina Beach, FL.

MCTIER, Robert Franklin McTier (Abstracted from the 14 July 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert Franklin McTier, age 79, a resident of Dataw Island, SC, passed away peacefully Saturday (July 11, 2015) after a short illness at his home surrounded by his wife and family. He was born Sept. 10, 1935, in Woodland, GA to William E. McTier Sr. and Sue Alsobrook McTier. He grew up in South Georgia where he graduated from Waycross High School in 1953. He received his BS in mechanical engineering and MS degree from Georgia Tech. Upon completion of his education, he began a long and rewarding career with Eastman Chemical Company in Kingsport, TN. During his 36-year career with Eastman, he had 15 different positions at the company with increasing responsibilities, retiring in 1996 as a vice president and general manager of the Fibers Business Organization. While in Kingsport, he was a member of Society of Plastics Engineers, Association for Textile Technology, Chemical Manufacturer’s Association, International Trade Committee, Industry Sector Advisory Committee to U.S. Chamber of Commerce on International Trade, Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis Club, United Way, Boy Scouts of America and First Broad Street United Methodist Church where he was an active participant in many areas of church life. He had a 30-year involvement with Boy Scouts of America serving as Cubmaster, district chairman, council vice president and Sequoyah Council president, 1993-1995. As council president, he guided a $2.2 million capital campaign targeting improvements of camp facilities, creation of an endowment fund and building a new, multi-purpose Scout Service Center. After retirement to Dataw Island, SC, in 1996, as an avid mariner, he and his wife, Dianne, spent six months each year of the first 10 years of retirement on their boat, “Rambler,” with extensive travel along the U.S. coast and the Central Exumas, Bahamas. He was a 131 tireless fisherman and enjoyed being on the water and outdoors as much as possible. He is survived by his wife, Dianne Roller McTier; 4 children, Robert F. (Jane) McTier Jr., Bill (Sara) McTier, Betsy (John) Holland and Lynda (Paul) Hammes; grandchildren, Caroline and Andrei’ McTier, Megan (Chris) Methvin, Morgan McTier, Kirsten and Katelyn Holland, Brandon and Emily Hammes; and 1 great-grandchild, Charlotte Methvin; 1 brother, William E. (Marian) McTier Jr.; 1 sister, Susie A. (Jack) McTier; along with several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to share in a celebration of his life Friday at Baptist Church of Beaufort, Beaufort, SC. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery, Waycross, Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in his honor to Baptist Church of Beaufort, 601 Charles St., Beaufort, SC 29902; Friends of Caroline Hospice, 1110 13th St., Port Royal, SC 29935 or Boy Scouts of America. Anderson Funeral Home, of Beaufort, SC, is assisting the family.

MCWATTERS, Melton Eugene McWatters (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 30 May 2019) Perry, FL: Mr. Melton “Buddy” Eugene McWatters, passed away on May 30, 2019 in Tallahassee, FL. Graveside funeral services were in Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry, FL. Buddy enjoyed fishing, and most of the time when he caught a “mess,” he would give them to someone who needed them. He helped anyone he could. Not because he had to, but because he wanted to. That’s just who he was. He also was a “Junker”. He would take different appliances that people wanted to discard and fix them to sell or give to someone that needed it. He was a good man. He is survived by a daughter, Sabrina Lauderdale of S.C., a brother, Carlos McWatters, Gainesville, FL, a sister, Linda McWatters (Thomas) Smith of Gainesville, FL, and three grandchildren.

MCWILLIAMS, Bessie McWilliams (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 30, 1964) Bessie McWilliams is survived by one daughter, Mrs. O. Lee Fortner; two granddaughters; one grandson and one great-grandson, all; of Lake City. Funeral services were October 17th in Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Fellowship Cemetery.

MCWILLIAMS, Buddy McWilliams (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida May 29th, 2011) Clayton “Buddy” McWilliams, Jr., age 75, died Friday, May 27, 2011 at his home in Madison surrounded by his family. He was born November 27, 1935, to Clayton and Selma Stanley McWilliams. He graduated from Madison High School in 1953 and from South Georgia Junior College in 1955. He was a true Georgia Bulldog, having graduated from the University of Georgia in 1958 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Since 1984 he was in the Real Estate business as a Real Estate broker and Real Estate appraiser. Before that, he was the Standard Oil Distributor for Madison County, served as an Administrative Assistant in Gov. Claude Kirk’s Office and was a sales rep Britannica Films before opening a Sears Catalog Store in Madison. After selling the Sears Store, he opened a real estate agency where he continued to work until shortly before he succumbed to cancer. He was a member of First Baptist church in Madison where he served as a deacon and as a member of the finance committee. He was a member of the Madison Country Club and loved playing golf. He was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity at the University of Georgia. He served on the Madison City Commission for several years, and during his term as mayor he was instrumental in getting many streets in Madison paved. He served his country in the U.S. Army Reserves in the late 1950’s and early 1960’s. He is survived by his wife of nearly 48 years Jean Phillips McWilliams. He is also survived by his son Clayton McWilliams, III of Madison, and his daughter Linda McWilliams Luke of Darien, Georgia, by his grandchildren Carley Luke and Jake Luke of Darien, Georgia, and by his Brother Larry McWilliams of Muncie, Indiana. Other survivors include his father-in-law and step-mother-in-law Jake and Judy Phillips, and two dear friends Vickie O’Quinn and Ron Boyer. He was preceded in death by his parents Clayton and Selma Stanley McWilliams and his mother-in-law Edna Phillips. The family will receive friends Monday, May 30, from 5:00 until 7:00 at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 31, at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church, Madison. For those wishing to make memorial donations, these may be made to the 1898 Sanctuary/Willie Clair Copeland Memorial Fund of Madison First Baptist Church, Madison Academy or Big Bend Hospice. Beggs Funeral Home Madison is in charge of arrangements.

MCWILLIAMS, Clayton McWilliams, Jr. (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida May 29, 2011) Clayton “Buddy” McWilliams, Jr., age 75, died Friday, May 27, 2011 at his home in Madison surrounded by his family. He was born November 27, 1935, to Clayton and Selma Stanley McWilliams. He graduated from Madison High School in 1953 and from South Georgia Junior College in 1955. He was a true Georgia Bulldog, having graduated from the University of Georgia in 1958 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Since 1984 he was in the Real Estate business as a Real Estate broker and Real Estate appraiser. Before that, he was the Standard Oil Distributor for Madison County, served as an Administrative Assistant in Gov. Claude Kirk’s Office and was a sales rep Britannica Films before opening a Sears Catalog Store in Madison. 132

After selling the Sears Store, he opened a real estate agency where he continued to work until shortly before he succumbed to cancer. He was a member of First Baptist church in Madison where he served as a deacon and as a member of the finance committee. He was a member of the Madison Country Club and loved playing golf. He was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity at the University of Georgia. He served on the Madison City Commission for several years, and during his term as mayor he was instrumental in getting many streets in Madison paved. He served his country in the U.S. Army Reserves in the late 1950′s and early 1960′s. He is survived by his wife of nearly 48 years Jean Phillips McWilliams. He is also survived by his son Clayton McWilliams, III of Madison, and his daughter Linda McWilliams Luke of Darien, GA, by his grandchildren Carley Luke and Jake Luke of Darien, GA, and by his brother Larry McWilliams of Muncie, IN. Other survivors include his father-in-law and step- mother-in-law Jake and Judy Phillips, and two dear friends Vickie O’Quinn and Ron Boyer. He was preceded in death by his parents Clayton and Selma Stanley McWilliams and his mother-in-law Edna Phillips. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 31, at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church, Madison. For those wishing to make memorial donations, these may be made to the 1898 Sanctuary/Willie Clair Copeland Memorial Fund of Madison First Baptist Church, Madison Academy or Big Bend Hospice. Beggs Funeral Home Madison is in charge of arrangements.

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