NABB, Kathleen R. Nabb (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald Publishing, Waycross, Georgia June 5th, 2012) HORTENSE — Kathleen “Kathy” Roberson Nabb, 56, of Hortense died Sunday morning (June 3, 2012) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick following an extended illness. Born in Folkston, she was the daughter of Emory Roberson and Novis Roberson, of Hortense, and the late Corene Moody Roberson. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Emory Dale Roberson. She was a housewife who loved taking care of her family. She attended Sawgrass Philadelphia Wesleyan Church. Along with her father and step-mother, survivors include her husband of 40 years, Bobby Ray Nabb, of Hortense; two sons and daughters-in-law, Randy and Maya Nabb, and Billy and Angela Nabb, all of Hortense; five grandchildren, Alexis Dybe, Corrine Nabb, Colleen Nabb, Shaun Fu and Austin Pap; a sister and brother-in-law, Joy and Joey Courson, of Hortense; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation will be held this evening beginning at 6 o’clock at Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. A funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 11 at Frye Funeral Home with the Rev. R.C. Mathis and the Rev. Deryl Davidson officiating. Burial will follow at Hortense Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Josh Roberson, Dalton Courson, Keith Shed, Chris Shed, Travis Watts and John Glass. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at fryefh.com

NABERS, Margaret Antionette Bowman Nabers (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 16, 2006) Margaret Antionette Bowman Nabers, 83, of Waycross, died Wednesday evening (June 14, 2006) at Satilla Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. She was a native of Jacksonville, Fla., and lived in Waycross for most of her life. She retired in 1972 from Southern Bell as a telephone operator. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church where she and her daughter taught the 2- and 3-year-old Sunday school class for a period several years ago. She was also a member of the Telephone Pioneers. Her parents were the late Richard Dallin Bowman and Annie Cowling Bowman. Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Robert M. Nabers Jr. of Waycross; one daughter, Robinette Nabers of Waycross; one brother, R.D. Bowman (Peggy) of Waldo, Fla.; one sister, Barbara Norris (Charles) of Valdosta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 at Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn Mausoleum. The family will receive friends Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family requests the Telephone Pioneers to serve as honorary pallbearers and they are asked to meet at the chapel at 1:30 p.m. Sunday for the service. Arrangements are with Miles- Odum Funeral Home.

NAIL, Joseph David Nail Sr. (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 2 May 2018) Joseph David Nail, Sr., age 84, of Naylor, GA passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Fellowship Home of Nashville, GA. He was born on September 13, 1933 in Blount County, AL to the late Charles Nail and Ella (Clevanger) Nail. Mr. Nail was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by two sons, Joseph David Nail, Jr and Vince Nail. Survivors include his son & daughter-in-law, Gregory and Lisa Nail of Ellijay, GA; three granddaughters, Amanda Taylor of Valdosta, GA, Melissa Curenton of Columbus, GA, Lindsey Forsyth of Knoxville, TN; three great granddaughters: Reagan Taylor, Rebecca Curenton, and Morgan Curenton. He is also survived and preceded in death by numerous brothers, sisters, and extended family members. As per Mr. Nail’s wishes he will be cremated and no formal service will be held. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Azalea Crematory is serving the Nail family.

NAIL, Roni Thornton Nail (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Roni “Dawn” Thornton Nail, 45, of Nahunta, passed away Monday morning (March 11, 2013) following an extended illness. Born in Flushing, Long Island, NY, her parents are Keith and Pearl Laverne Thornton Harrell, of Hortense. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alex Nail, and a brother, J. Stuart Hamilton Hancock. Dawn was a self-employed CNA. She loved to fish and was a wonderful cook. She had a big heart and loved her grandbabies and children. Survivors include her son, Alex Nail II, of Brunswick; her daughter, Ciara Nail, of Nahunta; two grandchildren, Maddox Nail and Isabellah Nail; her parents, Keith and Pearl Laverne Thornton Harrell, of Hortense; three brothers, Michael Hancock, of Yulee, FL, Paul Harrell, of Hortense, and Kenny Harrell, of Mustang, OK; five sisters, Pat Norman, of Sylvania, Shirlene Harrell, Kandy Cochran, Peggy Bollenbach, all of Kingfisher, OK, and Michelle Leary, of Hortense; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Thursday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Hortense Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

NAILOR, Joseph Eric Nailor (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 15 February 2021) 1

Joseph Eric Nailor, age 74, of Hahira, died Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 at his home following a brave battle with cancer that he courageously fought for 9 years. He was born on March 25, 1946 in Troy, NY to the late Edward Francis and Mary Caroline Lazzaro Nailor. Joe was a veteran of the United States Army having served from 1965-1967 in Army Intelligence and was stationed in NHA Trang Vietnam. Later, retired from the City of St. Petersburg, FL as a state certified building inspector. Joe was a loving husband to his wife, Theresa, and was known for his patriotism and his deep and abiding love for his country. He was a member of the American Legion Post 218, the Hahira Historical Society, Happy Traveler’s, and Hahira United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Theresa Nailor of Hahira; two daughters and a son-in-law, Eva Hare of Atlanta, and Cheryl Green and Mark Farris of Kings Mountain, NC; brother-in-law, John Lyons and nephew, Ed Lyons both of Troy, NY; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ann Lyons. A memorial service for Joseph will be at Hahira United Methodist Church. The committal will follow in the McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Martin/McLane.

NAILS, James L. Nails Sr. (Abstracted from the 1 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A graveside service for James L. Nails Sr., age 77, will be held Saturday in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. He was born May 12, 1937 in Pierce County, to the late Thomas Nails Sr. and Addie Sims Nails. He grew up in Waycross and in 1956 he entered the U.S. Army and separated in 1961 with an honorable discharge. He lived in Lake City, FL, for many years until his demise. He was in the home remodeling industry. He departed this life Friday (April 24, 2015) at Malcolm Randall V.A. Medical Center, Gainesville, FL, after an illness. Other than his parents he was preceded in death by three siblings, Thomas Nails, Henry Nails and Betty Armstrong. Survivors include his children, James White, of Waycross, Minster Tammy Nails-Fipps (Albert), of Tampa, FL, Dorothy (John) Roberson, of Miami, FL; Jasmine Nails, of West Palm Beach, FL, James Nails Jr., of the U.S. Air Force, Jamie Nails, of Miami, FL; Gary Nails, of Waycross, Angela White, of Jacksonville, FL, Mark White, of Victorville, CA, and Brett Nails, of Lake City, FL; sisters, Leona Sanders, of Punta Gorda, FL, Maxine Clark, of Winter Haven, FL, Mary Nails and Magalena Elam, both of Waycross; brothers, Robert Nails, of Montgomery, AL, Walter Nails, of Clayton, NC, and Calvin Nails, of Los Angles, CA; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

NAILS, Tara Deloris Nails (Abstracted from the 10 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Tara Deloris Nails, age 55, of Waycross, passed away Tuesday (April 4, 2017) in the emergency room at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. Affectionately known as “Nanna,” she was born April 6, 1961 in Waycross to the late Earline Thomas Smith and the late Henry Nails. She was also preceded in death by two siblings, Glynda Thomas and Henry Lee Nails Jr. She attended schools in the Waycross Public School System and was a 1979 graduate of the Waycross High School “Bulldogs.” She was employed by Walmart for 30 years. She loved God with all her heart and soul. She was a caring and dedicated youth leader. She made sure Bible verses and Easter speeches were learned by memory. She also established the Children’s Church curriculum which is currently being used today. She was the president of the Usher Board Ministry for several years where she served her church family and visiting friends with a smile. She was also a member of the Greeters Ministry, Daughters of Esther, General Mission Ministry and Progressive Club. She faithfully attended Sunday School where she was enrolled in the Christian Education Class. She leaves to cherish her memory three loving and devoted children, Keshia (LeVar) Garner, Michael Nails and Tetra Nails, all of Waycross; three adorable grandchildren, Ashante’ Robinson, Tyronica Boyd, KaDen Garner; her loving siblings, Terry Nails and Alesia (Frank) Gibson, both of Waycross, Dwain Nails, Atlanta, Carolyn (Emmett) Byrd, Columbus, Keith Nails, Atlanta, Dexter Nails, Smyrna, Latoya Nails, Vero Beach, FL, Amanda Smith, Columbus, MS, and Tarri (Dornell) Baker; one sister-in-law, Mary Nails, Raleigh, NC; her adoptive mother, Alma-Marie Nails, Waycross; and her godmother, Helen Walker, Waycross); a host of devoted god-children, nieces, nephews and cousins. The family is receiving friends at the residence of her daughter and son-in-law, Keshia and LeVar Garner, 604 Beville St., Waycross. The funeral will be Tuesday at Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1101 Pittman St., Waycross. Interment will follow in the Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of arrangements.

NALLEY, James Harold Nalley Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 1, 2009) James Harold "Skip" Nalley Jr., 57, a former city manager of the Waycross, died Tuesday (Sept. 29, 2009) following a battle with Parkinson's Plus disease. He will be truly missed, said a family spokesman.He graduated from the University of West Georgia in 1974 with a bachelor of arts in political science and a bachelor of arts in geography. He also attended the University of Southern Mississippi for a graduate fellowship in geography and area development. He was a member of the Farm Fraternity. He served as a cost and planning analyst for the Southern Company in Birmingham, Ala., from 1978 to 1980. He then served as a 2 cost estimator in Research and Development for the Southwire Company in Carrollton. From 1982 to 1987, he served as the City-County Programs Coordinator for the City of Carrollton and Carroll County Commission. He went on to serve as the city manager in Thomaston. He worked in Cartersville, Perry, Jefferson and Waycross during his tenure as a city and county administrator. He was a member of the Georgia City-County Management Association and served on the scholarship committee. He was a member of the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA), a member of the University of West Georgia Alumni Association and a member of the Rotary Club. He served on the board of directors for the American Red Cross. He was a member of the Georgia Municipal Association, the Natural Gas Deregulation Study Committee and the Governor's Regional Advisory Council. A career highlight was a trip to Holland to assist with the recruitment of a Dutch company to the Americas. He worked tirelessly to bring opportunity and progress to the areas of rural Georgia that he worked within. His work was his passion, said a family friend. He loved good music, golf, hiking and spending time with family and friends. He liked all things newsworthy. He read the Atlanta Journal Constitution from front to back every day… and he loved to listen to National Public Radio. His favorite program was "All Things Considered." An ideal weekend consisted of a trip to the north Georgia Mountains for a hike with his girls. He was a wonderful husband and father, and he loved spending time with family. There wasn't a weekend spent without a history lesson or a learning experience of some sort. Of course, the occasional Tech game always an option. He was the beloved husband of Sonji Dukes Nalley. His daughter, Alison Nalley Starnes, lives in Suwannee, with her husband, Matthew. A graveside funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Carroll Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of the Tanner Hospice Care would be greatly appreciated. Almon Funeral Home, of Carrollton, is in charge of arrangements.

NAPIER, Doris Gail Napier (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 16 July 2016) Ms. Doris Gail Napier, age 67, passed away on July 16, 2016 at her residence in Mayo, FL. Gail was born March 10, 1949 in Benham, KY to Mr. Ulyss Napier and Mrs. Ethel Mae Christian Napier. Gail grew up in Dayton, OH and was a graduate of Kiser High School. She worked as a Mechanical technician with Motorola for many years in Arizona. Gail loved spending time with her family, and her cat, Fritz. She also enjoyed watching sports, especially Cincinnati Reds baseball and Arizona Cardinals Football, fishing, being outdoors, and keeping up with all her friends and family on Facebook. Gail was preceded in death by her parents, Ulyss Napier, and Ethel Mae Hamilton; and 2 brothers, Major Jimmy D. Napier and Jerry D. Napier. She is survived by; 1 brother, Charles Ken Napier of Huber Heights, OH, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Services will be scheduled at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

NAPOLI, Mary D. Napoli (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 31, 1956) Mary D. Napoli, age 68, died Sunday in a Jacksonville hospital. She was the mother of Anthony Napoli of this city. Mrs. Napoli was born in Messina, Sicily and had lived in Jacksonville 46 years. She was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church where funeral services were held Wednesday. Burial was in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Survivors include her husband Frank Napoli; one son, Anthony, of Madison; six daughters, Mrs. Josephine Marconi, Miss Angelina Napoli; Mrs. Russell Bucca; Mrs. Vincent DeSalvo; Mrs. J. G. Cusimano; and Mrs. Frank Cusimano, all of Jacksonville and 16 grandchildren.

NARGI, Michael Louis Nargi (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/08/michael-louis-nargi/) Michael Louis Nargi, age 104, of Valdosta died on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at South GA Medical Center after a short illness. He was born in Stamford, CT on March 1, 1915 to the late Dominic Louis Nargi and Maria Sullo Nargi. Mr. Nargi was Manager of the Press Room at Conde Nast Publications, a member of St. John The Evangelist Church and was extremely devoted to his family. He is survived by four sons and three daughters in law, Ronald and Ellen Nargi of Stuart, FL, Robert Nargi, Edward and Janice Nargi and Michael, Jr. and Charlene Nargi all of Valdosta, eighteen grandchildren, fifty four great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. Mr. Nargi was preceded in death by his wife of seventy eight years, Theresa Vena Nargi on March 31, 2015. Also preceding him is a daughter in law, Margaret Nargi, one brother and three sisters. A memorial service and burial will take place at a later date. Carson McLane Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.

NARVAEZ, Felicity Skyrina Eternity Narvaez (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 May 2011) Little Miss Felicity Skyrina Eternity Narvaez, 2 months old, passed away suddenly Wednesday, February 16, 2011, at her residence. Little Miss Narvaez, a native of Ocilla, GA had lived in Douglas since her birth. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents: Daphne Graham and Lonnie Myers. Survivors include her parents: Luis Rafael Narvaez and Heather Kaloni Myers Narvaez of Douglas, GA; 3 sisters: Anastasia Myers, Megan Narvaez and Kristen Jewell all of Douglas, GA; 1 3 brother: Ricky Narvaez of Douglas, GA; paternal grandparents: Luis Narvaez of Puerto Rico and Gertrudis Morales of Douglas, GA. Graveside services and interment were Saturday, February 19, 2011, at the Merritt’s Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NASH, Ottie Nash (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 1 November 2015) Ottie Nash, age 85, passed away November 1, 2015, at Monroe Regional Medical Center in Ocala. Ottie was born September 18, 1930 in Mayo, FL, to the late Lonnie Land and Lillie Sparrow Land. Mrs. Nash is survived by 1 son Timothy (Sheila) Hart; 1 daughter Julie (Steve) Venditto; 2 grandchildren: Christopher Hart and Samantha Venditto and 1 brother Colin (Caroline) Land. Funeral services will be at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Mayo on Sunday, November 8. Interment will follow in Land Cemetery in Mayo.

NATHAN, Carless Nathan Jr. (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 7 July 2020) Carless Nathan, Jr. was born in Leon County (Tallahassee), FL on Oct. 5, 1947. He was the beloved son of Carless Nathan, Sr. and Rosa Ford Chamberlain. Carless, who was lovingly known as “Nick” and “Junie Boy”, by family and friends, was preceded in death by both of his parents and a stillborn daughter, Clarissa, and his brothers, Joe McCloud, Sr., James Chamberlain, Matthew Nathan and Willie James Nathan. Carless grew up in his native Miccosukee Community. He attended the schools of Leon County and entered the workforce early in life. He was talented with his hands as a mechanic and general equipment repairs. He also enjoyed drag-racing. A substantial portion of Carless’ career was spent working as a truck driver. Over the years, he drove for Willis Dairy and Pepsi Bottling. He also worked as a transmission repair specialist for AAMCO Transmissions. His last 25+ years were spent with the City of Tallahassee’s Airport Operations as a Maintenance Technician. Carless was known for his warm and fun-loving personality. At an early age, he confessed Christ and served as a member of Concord African Methodist Episcopal Church. On Tuesday, July 7, 2020, Carless finished his earthly course. His love and memory will be cherished forever by his daughter: Thelma Nathan of Tallahassee, FL; sons: Calvin Nathan, Palm Bay, FL and Carlos Nathan of Tallahassee, FL; 12 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; brothers: Dannie (Gloria) Nathan, Aaron (Mary) Nathan, Fred (Patricia) Nathan and Charles Chamberlain, all of Tallahassee, FL and Maurice (Cynthia) Chamberlain of Delaware; sisters: Charlene Chamberlain Cunningham and Catherine Chamberlain, both of Pittsburgh, PA, Carlene Maynor, Gaynell (James) Woody, Tiffany (James) Webb and Sydell (Eddie) Houston, all of Tallahassee, FL; aunts: Emma Bivens, Jacqueline Dean and Mary Alice Hampton, all of Tallahassee, FL; uncles: Willie (Eva) Miller and Lenorris Miller, both of Tallahassee, FL; and a host of other loving relatives.

NATION, Judith Rebecca Williams Nation (Abstracted from the 5 April 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Judith Rebecca Williams Nation, age 76, of Waycross, died Easter Sunday (March 27, 2016) at the home of her cousin, Gary Williams, in Martinez, GA. She was born in Rock Hill, SC, March 13, 1940. Her parents were the late Paul Truesdale Williams and the late Alice Rebecca Rush. In 1961, she graduated from the Crawford W. Long Memorial School of Nursing, to begin her lifelong love of nursing. In 1962, she joined the United States Air Force Nurse Corps with the rank of second lieutenant and served until her discharge in 1965. Following her service to our country, she cared for infants in the Neonatal ICU at Crawford W. Long Hospital. She taught health occupations as a high school teacher, worked as a home healthcare nurse, as well as operated health and safety clinics for Guerdon Industries manufacturing. In later years, she returned to caring for infants as a private duty nurse, often assisting with foster babies who were in need of specialized care. When not caring for babies, she could be found pursuing her passion for genealogical research with her cousin, Gary. In researching the past, she created new connections with many distant relations, and freely shared information with any of the more than 76,000 kin they discovered. She also took great joy in serving as the secretary and keeper of the Waycross High School class of 1958. She worked diligently in connecting with and bringing together her classmates for bi-annual class reunions. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Denise Bailey-Summers (wife Elizabeth) of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia; her son, Paul Andrew Nation of North Carolina; her grandson, Elijah Paul Bailey-Summers, of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. She is also survived by her younger siblings, James Williams of Atlanta, Sandra Turner of Jacksonville, FL, Jeannie Johnson, of Titusville, FL, and Herb Williams, of Thomasville, GA. She had many cousins, nieces and nephews who also will miss her. She is also survived by her cousin, Gary Williams, of Martinez. He cared for her during the last three months of her life while she was receiving medical advice at the Augusta Veterans Administration Hospital. He was more than a friend in genealogical research, he was a true and dedicated friend in life. A private service is planned.

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(Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 31 May 2011) Myrtle C. Nation, age 85, Douglas, GA passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at Shady Acres Convalescent Home following an extended illness. Mrs. Nation was born on September 8, 1925 in Spartanburg, SC to the late James Madison and Veeny Glasson Calvert. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Nation. She had worked as a weaver in a cotton mill and she attended the First United Methodist Church. Survivors include 1 daughter, Sheila N. (Richard) Curl of Pensacola, FL; 1 son, Phillip (Annette) Nation of Douglas; 2 brothers, Howard Calvert of Arkansas and Bobby Calvert of South Carolina; 3 grandchildren, Chris Curl of Gainesville, GA, Beth O’Steen of Douglas, Jamie Lee Nipper of Douglas; and 5 great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held in the Moseley Memorial Gardens in Lithia Springs, Georgia at a later date.

NATION, Thomas C. Nation (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 June 2011) Thomas C. Nation, M.D., age 88 of Stockbridge, GA, died Saturday, June 11, 2011. Dr. Nation was born in Jacksonville, FL, to the late Presbyterian Minister, Rev. Henry C. Nation and Grace Jones Nation. He was also preceded in death by three siblings, Sara Simpson, Nancy Hacker and Sammy Nation. At the age of 15, Tom graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in Jacksonville, FL. He later received a B.S. degree (magna cum laude) in chemistry from Piedmont College in 1942. He worked for two years in a defense plant as an Analytical Chemist and Laboratory technician in the U.S. Navy. Dr. Nation graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta in 1951. Dr. Nation served four years of residency in Clinical and Anatomical Pathology at Crawford Long Hospital. He later became Chief Pathologist for nine years at Anderson Memorial Hospital in Anderson, SC. Dr. Nation retired after 20 years of practice in Douglas as the Chief Pathologist at Coffee Regional Hospital. He enjoyed reading, writing and visiting bookstores in search of old books but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family that he loved dearly. Dr. Nation is survived by his wife, Rachel Ray Nation; 1 son, Terry Nation of Anderson, SC; 2 daughters, Laura Nation Achtison and Mary Lynn Nation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Emory University Hospital or charity of choice. Cleveland Funeral Directors was in charge of arrangements.

NAUGHTON, Anne Veronica Naughton (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 28, 1969) Anne Veronica Naughton, mother of Mr. Ferd E. Naughton of Madison, a resident of 417 East First Street, Jacksonville, died Thursday. She was born in Philadelphia and had been a resident of Jacksonville since 1902. She was a member of the Catholic Woman’s Club, past president of the Altar and Rosary Society of the Church of the Immaculate Conception and was a past president of the League of the Sacred Heart.

NAUGHTON, Ferd Edward Naughton II (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard & June Spear) Ferd Edward Naughton II was born in Madison in 1941. He passed away after a brief illness. He and his wife Martha have owned Morrow Insurance Agency in Monticello for over four decades. He was an active member of the community and had served as President of Kiwanis Club and the Chamber of Commerce. He is survived by his wife, Martha Naughton; 1 son, Joseph Naughton and 1 daughter, Ellen Andrews; 5 grandchildren; Victoria Naughton, Katie Naughton, Meghan Naughton, John Lewis Dickey and Kanny Andrews. He had 4 sisters. Barbara Beggs (Billy), Mary Carol Kaney, Betty Naughton, Louise Waldron (Allan) of Tallahassee and a number of other relatives. He was pre-deceased by a son, Ferdinand Edward Naughton III. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Beggs Funeral Home Monticello.

NAUGHTON, Virginia Elizabeth Naughton (Abstracted from 18 April 2017 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Virginia Elizabeth “Betty” Naughton passed away in the loving arms of Jesus, her loving family, and friends, on Sunday, April 16, 2017, at Big Bend Hospice, in Tallahassee. Betty was born on August 10, 1951, in Madison. After graduation from Madison High School, she attended North Florida Junior College, and later graduated from Florida State University, where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. Betty taught school in Madison County and at Madison Academy. She also worked in Public Relations at North Florida Junior College, and was a paralegal in Jacksonville and Tallahassee. Betty was a loving mother to her daughter Elisabeth, whom she adored. Elisabeth was her mother’s greatest joy. Betty loved spending time with family and friends, preparing gourmet meals, working in her garden, and she had an amazing talent in home decorating. Betty was an active member of St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church, in Madison, and Co-Cathedral of the St. Thomas More, in Tallahassee. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Alba and Ferd Naughton, II, and brother, Ferd Naughton, III. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Elisabeth Wilson; three sisters, Barbara (Billy) Beggs, Mary Carol Kaney, Louise (Allan) Waldron; sister-in- law, Martha Naughton; cousins, nieces and nephews, and a special grand-niece, Keeley McKeogh. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at the Co-Cathedral of the St. Thomas More on Wednesday, April 19, and the burial was at Oakridge Cemetery, in 5

Madison. Flowers and memorial donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice, located at 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL, 32301, or Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center, at 1775 One Healing Place, Tallahassee, FL, 32301.

NAVARRO, Elouise King Russell Navarro (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Elouise King Russell Navarro, age 67, passed away at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, September 15, 2009. She was a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County and the daughter of the late William Hayward King and Annie Bell Page Weeks. Mrs. Navarro was a homemaker and the former owner of Perry Flowers & Gifts which was in business for several years in Perry. She was a loving, and devoted wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family. Mrs. Navarro enjoyed making floral arrangements and home interior decorating in her spare time. Preceded in death by a brother, Ronnie King, and a sister, Patricia Stringfellow. Survivors include her husband of 21 years, Angelo Navarro of Perry, FL, (3) sons; Edward Russell of Salem, Wayne (Kathy) Russell of Perry, Gene Russell Jr. of Salem, (1) daughter; Carolyn Anderson of Salem, (1) step-son; Robert (Monica) Navarro of Raleigh, NC, (2) brothers; Charles (Jody) King of Thomasville, GA, Ricky (Rhonda) Stringfellow of Perry, FL, (4) sisters; Annette (James L.) Grantham, Peggy (Thomas) Allen, all of Perry, Cathy Wood of Salem and Rene’ Stringfellow; (9) grandchildren, (6) great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A graveside service will be held at Oakland Cemetery on Friday, September 18, 2009.

NAVE, Betty Smith Ward Nave (Abstracted from the 28 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Betty Smith Ward Nave, age 83, of Kernersville, NC died Wednesday (Feb. 22, 2017) at her residence in Kernersville, NC after an illness. She was born in Union, SC, to the late Ross Smith and Gena Elouise Turner Smith. She was raised in Union, SC, and lived there for many years. She lived in Waycross for five years and lived in Kernersville, NC since 2014. She was a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. She loved to crochet and donated blankets to multiple Hospice Houses and also made newborn blankets and gave them to hospitals. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, David C. Ward, second husband, Leldon Nave, one sister, Ramona Robinson, one brother, Monty Smith, one grandson, Jeremy K. Norris. Survivors include 3 children, David C. (Maurine) Ward Jr. of Knoxville, TN, Kenneth (Tina) Ward of Kernersville, NC, and Anna (Jim) Bennett of Waycross, 1 brother, John (Peggy) Smith of Union, SC, 1 sister, Anne Hyatt of Pauline, SC, 10 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Miles- Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

NAVILLE, Kyle R. Naville (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA February 25, 2015) Kyle R. Naville, age 23, of Valdosta, GA passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2015 from injuries he sustained in an automobile accident. He was born on October 27, 1991 in North Miami, FL to Robert Charles Ruebel and Tracey Ann Naville-Saeger. He worked at Lowe's Distribution Center. Kyle was a mama's boy. He considered his friends his family, they considered themselves "TEXACO". Sports was a major part of his life he enjoyed soccer, fishing, basketball and beer pong. He was a huge University of Miami and Miami Dolphins fan. He was preceded in death by maternal grandmother, Linda Naville and paternal grandfather, Richard Ruebel. Survivors include his mother & father, Tracey Naville Saeger & Richard Saeger of Valdosta, GA; father & mother, Robert & Christine Ruebel of Davie, FL; 1 sister, Allison Saeger of Valdosta, GA; 2 brothers, Anthony Saeger of Valdosta, GA, Robie Ruebel of Davie, FL; maternal grandfather, Tony Naville of North Carolina; paternal grandmother, Debbie Cooper of Lake City, FL; paternal grandmother, Marie Saeger of Ashville, NC and a number of uncles, aunts, & cousins. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, February 28, 2015 at the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services.

NAYLOR, Ricky Wayne Naylor (Abstracted from the 7 December 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ricky Wayne Naylor, age 52, of Blackshear, passed away Friday (Dec. 4, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. Born in Arcadia, FL, Aug. 10, 1963, he lived in Arcadia for many years before moving to Pierce County in the late 1990s. He was a maintenance worker and will be remembered as being a great daddy and good-hearted person. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sylvia Gayle Patton Blondell, and a brother, Timmy Naylor. Survivors include his daughter, Kayla Naylor of Offerman; his son, James Stephens of Offerman; his father, Ed Blondell of Arcadia, FL; his sister and brother-in-law, Angela (Mike) Knowles of Arcadia; a brother, Howard E. Horton of Bryson City, NC; a sister-in-law, Brenda Boatright of Offerman; his aunt, Charlene Cruce of Palm Bay, FL; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Tuesday morning at the Offerman Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

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(Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 8 September 2020) Lucious Warren Neal was born on March 7, 1950 in Ashville, FL to Samuel Neal and Altamease Parker Starling. Both of his parents preceded him in death. Lucious was employed as a truck driver where he served dutifully for approximately 15 years. In his leisure, he enjoyed spending time with family and having fun. Lucious accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful believer who truly loved the Lord. On Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, God Almighty summoned Lucious Home for his eternal rest. He leaves to cherish his legacy, his daughter: Kokila Williams (Jermond) Fudge of Deland, FL; brother: Lorenza Starling; sister: Patricia Starling, both of Ft. Pierce, FL; aunts: Mamie (Wise) Jackson, Tallahassee, FL, Anita (Otis) Brantley, Oxnard, CA and Rachel Workman of Gifford, FL; uncles: Johnny (Shirley) Parker, Ft. Lauderdale, FL and James (Amy) Parker of Ft. Pierce, FL; one great-aunt: Ida Mae Laster of Boynton Beach, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

NEAL, Mal Neal (Abstracted from the May 19, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mal Neal was born Jan. 17, 1928 in Waycross, son of the late Pete and Emma Neal. The third oldest of seven children, he departed this life April 18, 2014 in his home after an extended illness. He grew up in Waycross and attended Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church. Even though he left Waycross at an early age, in his teens, to join the U.S. Army, he always considered Waycross his home. The majority of his career was spent serving his country abroad. He was on active duty during World War II. While stationed in Stuttgart, Germany, he met his wife, Marianne. They were married Sept. 23, 1960. To this union, his only daughter was born, Iris Esther Jacob Neal, who preceded him in death. He and his family resided in Germany for more than 50 years. He was laid to rest beside his beloved daughter in Korb, Germany. He leaves to mourn his passing, his loving wife, Marianne Neal; one grandson, Marco Jacobs; one great-granddaughter, Masa-Emilia Jacob, of Korb, Germany; one brother, Addis (Mildred) Neal, of Patterson, NJ; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

NEAL, Ruby Pinkins Neal (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 26, 2006) Ruby Pinkins Neal, 87, of 1146 Pittman St., died Wednesday (Jan. 25, 2006) at Satilla Regional Medical Center after an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Effie Mae McGauley, and a son, Lonnie Drummer. Survivors include her devoted husband, Allen Neal, of Waycross; six sisters, Sadie Bell and Essie Hands, both of Waycross, Vernell Brown and Marie Daniels (Quincey), both of Blackshear, Alberta McGauley, of Youngstown, Ohio, and Ola Ray (H.J.), of Detroit, Mich.; a brother, Alton McGauley, of Waycross; a special daughter, Marie Mitchell (Nathaniel); and a sister-in-law, Cora Neal, of Macon; a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Perry Brothers Funeral Home. Friends may call at 1146 Pittman St., Waycross.

NEAL, Thomas Edward Neal (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Thomas Edward “Tommy” Neal, age 64, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2011, at his residence in Monticello, FL. Mr. Neal was born in Kelso, TN, on August 15, 1947, to the late Opal Neal and the late former Jennie Smith. Coming from Punta Gorda he had lived in Monticello for the past year. He was of the Baptist Faith and had retired from Charlotte County as a heavy equipment operator. In his spare time he enjoyed NASCAR racing, and gardening. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Carolynn Neal of Lamont, FL, a son; William Thomas “Buddy” Neal (Tammy) of Punta Gorda, FL, a daughter; Patricia “Patty” Nivison (Thomas) of Lamont, FL, a brother; Junior Bartlett of Fayetteville, TN, (3) sisters; Elizabeth Ferrero, Sarah McClain, and Dorothy Wolfgang, all of Punta Gorda, FL, (3) grandchildren; Andrea Ford, Brittany Neal, and William Neal, (2) great- grandchildren; Keaton Daniel Parker, and Vivikah Aurora Ford, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, December 14, 2011. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice.

NEALY, Eddie Lee Nealy (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL January 24th, 2014) Eddie Lee “Ed” Nealy, 64, of Monticello passed in Tallahassee on Sunday, January 19, 2014. Funeral services are Sunday, January 26, at Memorial Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Brown/ Philadelphia Cemetery. Tillman of Monticello is in charge of the arrangements. A retired construction worker, he had lived in Miami and DeFuniak Springs for many years before returning to this area. He is survived by his mother, Ruby Nealy Lamar; father, Willie H. “Buddy” Walker; 1 daughter, LaQuita Nealy; 1 brother, Pearl E. Lamar; 1 sister, Sally Lamar and numerous other relatives and friends.

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(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 15, 1944) W. J. Nease, former Methodist pastor here, died in Atlanta Tuesday. Funeral services were at Springfield, GA.

NEEL, Clifford Neel, Jr. (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home) Clifford “Bob” Neel, Jr., age 70 died Sunday, April 27, 2014 at his residence. Mr. Neel was born in Blytheville, AR to Clifford Lee Neel, Sr. and Jewell Ganus. He was a carpenter working with Robertson Builders for 27 years. Coming from Kentucky, Mr. Neel lived in Perry for the past 51 years and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Doris Neel of Perry; 4 sons: Richard Neel of Live Oak, FL, Mason Browning and Dalton Browning both of Perry, FL and Chuck Ganus of Constantine, MI; 5 daughters: Susan Neel, Rebecca Lundy, Jessica Browning, Virginia Lundy and Margaret Rogers all of Perry; 1 brother Jerry Neel of Three Rivers, MI; 2 sisters: Patricia Killough of Nebraska and Bonnie Williams of Perry, FL; 10 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Memorial services are being held Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at Beggs Perry Chapel. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Taylor County Special Olympics 1915 Don Wichham Drive, Clermont, FL 34711. Beggs Funeral Home handled all arrangements.

NEEL, Imogene Wells Neel (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 5 September 2016) Imogene Neel, age 64, passed away Monday, September 5, 2016 at her residence after a lengthy illness. She was born June 4, 1952 in Port Charlotte, FL to the late George and Clynie (Hodges) Wells. Mrs. Neel enjoyed being a homemaker, along with raising her children & grandchildren, going to Biloxi and spending time with her cats and dogs. She is preceded in death by her step father, Franklin Buddy Parker, brothers, Buddy Wells, Johnnie Wells and Kay Wells, and sisters, Lucille Chambers and Betty Stevens. Survivors include her husband of 42 years; Lawrence Neel of Naylor, GA, daughters and sons-in-law; Theresa and Earl Winston Durrance, Jr. of Naylor, GA; Melissa and Tim Pickett of Valdosta, GA; Stephanie and Mike Anderson of Naylor, GA; sons and daughter-in-law; Tim and Colleen Neel of Wyoming, PA; Jerry and Lori Lawson, Myakka City, FL; and William Neel (Lauren Giddens) of Valdosta, GA, 15 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and 1 brother, Hudson Wells of Punta Gorda, FL. Funeral Services will be Thursday, September 8, 2016 in Philadelphia Baptist Church, 3091 Troupeville Rd., Quitman, GA. Graveside services will be Thursday in Cypress Grove Cemetery, 3250 Cypress Grove Rd, Grand Ridge, FL. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland, is serving the Neel Family.

NEELY, Alberta Jones Neely (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 10 March 2021) Alberta Jones Neely was born in Monticello, FL on Oct. 3, 1945. She was the daughter of Willie Ford and Geneva Seabrooks Ford, both who preceded Alberta in death. Alberta also was predeceased by her sister, Willie Mae Moore. Her husband, Ernest Neely, also preceded her to Glory. Growing up in the Dills Community of Monticello, Alberta attended the public schools of Jefferson County. She was surrounded not only by her immediate family, but also by countless extended family members. Her Christian journey began at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church. It was at Elizabeth where she confessed Christ as her Lord and Savior. One who experienced a myriad of health issues, Alberta spent a considerable amount of time under doctors’ care. For the past twenty (20) years or so, she had been under managed healthcare as a resident of Brynwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Monticello. All staff at Brynwood always spoke highly of Alberta and of her kind nature and cooperative spirit. On Wednesday, March 10, 2021, God Almighty saw it befitting to summon Alberta Home for her eternal rest. Her love and memory will be cherished by her daughter: Betty Noble of Tallahassee, FL; brother: Willie (Mary) Ford of Jacksonville, FL; sisters: Josephine Stanley and Mary Ford, both of Youngstown, OH and Edna Mae Lee and Ernestine Raines, both of Monticello, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

NEFTAL, Harry Steve Neftal (Abstracted from the 1 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Harry Steve Neftal, age 97, died Wednesday (April 29, 2015) at Satilla Care Center following a short illness. He was born in Baltimore, MD and after serving in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II he moved to Waycross. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and the Big Brothers Sunday School Class. He was a son of the late Lewis and Ida Neftal. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Lillian Gattis Neftal. He is survived by his wife, Mary Juliette Outlaw Capshaw Neftal, of Waycross; 2 step-sons, Andy (Sue) Capshaw, of Blackshear, and Joe Capshaw, of Jacksonville, FL; 3 step- grandchildren, Lynn (Leann) Rowland, of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Victor (Samantha) Capshaw, of Waycross, and Robbie Capshaw, of Blackshear; 3 step-great-grandchildren, Will Jones, Sarah Rowland and Natalie Rowland; and a half-brother, Herbert (Mary) Neftal, of Upper Marlboro, MD. A graveside service will be Saturday at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. 8

NEILL, Betty Claire Cooper Neill (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, June 6th, 2014) On Thursday, June 6, 2014, Betty Claire Cooper Neill succumbed to pulmonary complications brought on by a fall she had suffered one month earlier. Betty Claire, widow of Dr. Jim Neill, was a long-time resident of Thomasville, where she has lived since 1968. She is survived by her children, Mary Ellen and Bruce and their spouses, Johnny Bracey and Evelyn Neill, in addition to her four grandchildren, Neill Payne and Jessica, Abigail, and Emma Neill. Born in Mobile, AL, on May 11, 1930, Betty Claire grew up in New Orleans, LA. After moving to Rome, GA, she attended Shorter College and Emory University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in biology. In 1954, Betty Claire married Jim Neill, then a resident in Internal Medicine at Grady Hospital, where she was working as a lab technician. In 1960, she and Jim moved to Miami where she assisted in his practice of internal medicine before and after their move to Thomasville in 1968. Over the ensuing 54 years, Betty Claire demonstrated her ongoing commitment to her community by serving in many civic, educational, religious, and cultural capacities. These include the Thomasville Music and Drama Troupe; Thomasville First United Methodist Church, where she sang in the Chancel Choir and served on the Board of Trustees; City of Thomasville Planning and Zoning Commission; Archbold Hospital Auxiliary; Thomasville Entertainment Foundation; Thomasville Food Bank and Lawson Neel Med Bank; Ventnor Foundation; Silver Scribes Writers Group; Thomas University, and the Alzheimer’s Association Annual Memory Walk. Betty Claire shared her zest and love of life with everyone who knew her. She will be truly missed. A celebration of her life will be Saturday, June 21st at the First United Methodist Church Thomasville, Georgia. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the James Robert and Betty Claire Neill Scholarship Fund at Thomas University.

NEILSON, Dwayne Marion Neilson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, October 9th, 2013) Mr. Dwayne Marion Neilson, 72, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2013 at his residence in Jacksonville, FL, following an extended illness. Mr. Neilson was born March 6, 1941 in Jewell County, KS, to the late Robert Neilson and Eva May Houghtaling Neilson. He was a retired welder for CSX, and was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. He was retired from the U.S. Navy as an AO1, serving during the Vietnam War, with 20 years of service. Survivors are his wife, Cheryl Elizabeth Mercado Neilson of Jacksonville; 1 daughter and son-in-law, Brandi and Mark Thomas of Homerville; 2 step-daughters, Letticia Entner of Stark, FL and Katrina Desuyo of Texas; 1 step-son, Jeremy Desuyo of Jacksonville; 1 brother, Charles Bumgaroner of Miles, MT; 1 cousin, Fred and Gracie Brumbraugh of Glenn St. Marys, FL; 13 grandchildren and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial graveside services for Mr. Neilson will be Sunday, October 13, 2013 in the Boney Bluff Cemetery, Fargo. Memorilization will be by cremation. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

NEILSON, Janice Cox Neilson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 4, 2008) FARGO- Janice Cox Neilson, 64, passed away Saturday (Nov. 1, 2008) at her residence, following an extended illness. She was born June 8, 1944, in Clinch County, to Willie Mae Jorden Sailor, ofMacclenny, Fla., and the late Loyd Cox. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Dwayne Neilson, of Fargo; one daughter and son-in-law, Brandi and Mark Thomas, of Homerville; one son, Philemon Griffis, of South Carolina; one sister, Mary Joyce Mercado, of Jacksonville, Fla.; six grand- children; and several other relatives. Funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Place of Blessings Church of God in Argyle. Interment will be in the Boney Bluff Cemetery, in Fargo. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 6 to 8 p.m. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net Round tree Funeral Home is serving the Neilson family.

NELOMS, Alvin Lee Neloms (Abstracted from Greene Publishing 29 December 2020) Alvin Lee Neloms, age 71, of Madison, FL was the son of Arthur McDaniel and Lena Mae Neloms Denmark. Answering the Master's call, he departed this earthly life on Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020. Funeral service will be at Shiloh M.B. Church, 356 MLK, Jr. Ave., in Madison. A burial with full Military Honors will be in Tallahassee National Cemetery, 5015 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee. Alvin attended the public school system of Madison County and was a proud 1967 Madison County Training School "Tiger" graduate. During the Vietnam War Era, he enlisted in the U.S. Army on Sept. 29, 1969 and actively served until he was honorably discharged with the rank of SP-4 at Ft. Lewis, Washington on May 16, 1976. Following his military experience, Alvin returned to civilian life in Madison and gained employment at Cantey Chevrolet Dealership. After its closure, he worked with the street department for the City of Madison until he was hired as a heavy equipment operator for the Madison County Road Department. Time away from his job was always welcomed by Alvin. He was known to spend many hours at his favorite lake or pond getting the catch of the day. Afterwards, he enjoyed cooking them as well as other specialty items. Alvin accepted Christ 9 as his personal Savior and was a member of Morning Star M. B. Church, in Madison. Preceding him in death were his parents, Arthur McDaniel and Lena Mae Neloms Denmark; and wife, Carlee Weatherspoon Neloms. Survivors include his brother, Alexander (Frances) Washington, Jr., of Lake City, FL; sisters: Edith Washington (Roosevelt) Nelson and Deloris Washington, both of Madison; nieces, nephews and many other sorrowing relatives. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Tillman Funeral Home of Madison, ~A Hall-Moore Provider~, 379 West Base Street, in Madison, phone (850) 973-6677.

NELOMS, Kysheem Lawrence Hill Neloms (Abstracted from the 20 August 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Kysheem Lawrence Hill Neloms was granted his angel wings on Monday (Aug. 17, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. He was the son of Willie Neloms and the late Kashie Hill. He was raised under the guardianship of his grandmother, Katie Mack, and the late Robert Mack. He was also the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Toby Hill. He was surrounded by family and friends that he had touched in some small way throughout his short yet very memorable life. The funeral will be Saturday at Ware County Middle School, 2301 Cherokee St., Waycross. Burial and committal service will follow at Oakland Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at the family residence, 403 Butler St. Friends, classmates and faculty will be received at the home of his grandmother, Katie Mack, 403 Butler St., Waycross. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

NELSON, Allan Ervin Nelson Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 20, 2006) Allan Ervin Nelson Sr., 73, of Alma, died Friday (Feb. 17, 2006) at the Bacon County Hospital after an extended illness. He was a native of Aitkin, Minn. He lived in Alma since 1985. He was a son of the late Alfred M. Nelson and Elsie Anderson Nelson and was also preceded in death by two brothers, George and Lawrence Nelson. He was retired from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of service where he served on the U.S.S Boutort, U.S.S Pawcatuck, U.S.S Calcaturra and The U.S.S Leahy during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He worked with The Hartford Boilers and Steam Company. He retired from Georgia Power after several years of employment He previously attended and served as a deacon at Hacklebarney Baptist Church in Pierce County. At his death he was a member at New Union Baptist Church here in Alma. He was also a Mason. Survivors include his wife, Vickie Laverne Waters Nelson, of Alma; one son, Allan Nelson, Jr. (wife Teresa), of Macon; one daughter, Sonja A. Huntsinger (husband Alvin), of Blackshear; two brothers, Harold Nelson, of Rhinelander, Wis., and Robert Nelson, of Minneapolis, Minn.; two sisters, Elene Hyytinen, of Reno, Nev., and Alice Baumgardner, of Rochester, Minn.; two grandchildren, John R. Ridenour, of St. Marys, and Daniel Huntsinger, of Blackshear. A funeral will be held this afternoon at 2 at New Union Baptist Church with the Rev. Loren Bryant and the Rev. Jimmy Thrift officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Waycross with full military honors. The body will be carried to the church at 1 p.m. today. Honorary escort will be Dr. Clay Carter, Will King, Jack Davis, Tommy Holton, Feth Holton, Tony King, Alvin Huntsinger, Larry Crawford, Danny Waters, Major Taylor and Lewis Taylor. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

NELSON, Christopher Darwin Nelson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, 15 April 2015) Mr. Christopher Darwin Nelson, 31, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at his residence. Mr. Nelson was born December 5, 1983, in Gainesville, FL. He attended the Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by one brother, Shane Edward Ussery. Survivors are his father, Benjamin Beckham of Florida; his mother, Frances Nelson Morgan of Homerville; 2 daughters, Hope Merie Nelson of Lakeland, FL and Trinaty Louise Nelson of Homerville; 3 sons, Malicah Nelson, Jason Tray Nelson both of Lakeland, FL and Christopher Lee Nelson of Homerville; 1 sister, April Nelson of Waycross; one brother, Yanno Michael Nelson of Homerville; maternal grandfather, Douglas Nelson, Sr. of Dover, FL; a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside services for Mr. Nelson were held, Monday, April 13, 2015 in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

NELSON, Daisie Mae Dopson Nelson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 15, 1969) Daisie Mae Dopson Nelson, a former resident of Madison died August 3rd at Winter Park, FL. She is survived by her husband, Robert Nelson and five children all of Winter Park; her mother, Mrs. Alice Dopson of Madison; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Fiffia of Madison; Mrs. Ophelia Cason of Eatonville, FL; two brothers, Spencer Dopson of Winter Park; Moses Dopson,, Jr., of Madison; one aunt, Mrs. Lizzie Wilson of Madison; one great aunt, Mrs. Carrie Honeywell of Madison; one uncle, Daniel G. Alexander, and many other relatives. Funeral services were held August 10th at Mount Zion A. M. E. Church with burial in the church cemetery.

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(Abstracted from the 24 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for David Tyrone Nelson, age 71, will be Thursday at Fluker Funeral Home Chapel, 985 Ossie Davis Parkway. “Tyrone,” as he was affectionately known, was born March 24, 1945 in Waycross to the late Benjamin Nelson and Essie Lee Monroe Nelson. At an early age, he moved to Pert Amboy, NJ where he received his formal education from the public school system and graduated from high school. After high school he entered the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged Aug. 22, 1967. He was a disabled veteran whose passion was traveling the United States and other countries. He departed this life Thursday (May 19, 2016) in Jacksonville, FL, after a brief illness. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step-father, Rockwell Maxwell Sr., three siblings, Bennie N. Goodman, Franklin Nelson and Jeannette N. Murray. Those left to cherish his memory are, a son, David Williams of Davenport, FL; his siblings, Joan Maxwell and Brenda Maxwell, both of Willingboro, NJ, Rockwell Maxwell Jr., of Woodbridge, NJ, Carolyn Maxwell and Audrey Maxwell, both of Perth Amboy, NJ, and Velma R. (Ralph) Richardson of Summerset, NJ; special nephew and niece, Lance (Felicia) Nelson, of Perth Amboy, NJ; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Burial will be held at the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Glennville with military honors.

NELSON, Doris Nelson (Abstracted from the 21 January 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Doris Nelson, age 88, departed this life Sunday (Jan. 17, 2016) at her home where she lived with her sister-in-law. She was born March 19, 1927, to the late James and Ida Murdock in Blackshear. She received her education at New Hope and Lee Street High School. She joined St. James AME Church of Blackshear at an early age. She later attended St. James Baptist Church in Patterson. She worked for CSX Railroad and other domestic employee stints for the Ratliffs, Walls and Lariseys. Preceding her in death were her parents, siblings, Samuel Brown, James Murdock and Francis Murdock, cousins, Aaron and Ella Murdock, whom she lived with for many years. She leaves to cherish her memories 1 son, Henry (Diane) Murdock of Dorchester, MA; grandchildren, Nicole Guyton of St. Petersburg, FL, Stephanie Murdock of Mattapan, MA, Henry Murdock Jr., of Baltimore, MD, Kimberly Kizzie, of Quincy, MA, Danika Davis and Antoine Davis both of Dorchester, MA; great-grandchildren, Nikkya (Renel) Augaste of Mattapan, MA, Tazeesha Guyton, Maria Mahovir, Jevaun Kizzie, Henry Clark and Amina Davis, all of Massachusetts; a devoted sister-in-law, Bernice Murdock; 2 loving cousins, Mattie (Roy) NeSmith and Gwendolyn (Donnie) Edmondson of Valdosta; and a host of nephews, nieces and cousins. The funeral will be Saturday at St. James Baptist Church in Patterson. Interment will follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Blackshear. Jacobs Funeral Home of Blackshear is serving the family.

NELSON, E. H. Nelson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 15, 1964) E. H. Nelson, age 79, died Sunday in the Madison hospital after a brief illness. The deceased, a retired minister of the Pentecostal Church of Truth, was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and came to the United States in 1901. He was a salesman for several years before entering the ministry and had a Tabernacle in North Miami for 37 years. He retired in 1958 and moved to Madison. Survivors besides his wife Mrs. E. H. Nelson, of Madison; are one son, Howard Hand, of Phoenix, AZ; and a daughter, Mrs. Thomas B. Hyatt, of Cocoa Beach, FL; nine grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday May 13th at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

NELSON, Mrs. E. H. Nelson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 28, 1966) Mrs. E. H. Nelson, age 87, died Wednesday at the home of her daughter Mrs. Thomas Hyatt of Cocoa Beach, FL. Mrs. Nelson, a resident of Madison since 1958 was the widow of Rev. E. H. Nelson, Pastor of the Pentecostal Church of Truth in Madison. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Thomas Hyatt of Cocoa Beach; one son Howard Hand of Phoenix, AZ; three grandchildren; two sisters Mrs. Susie Stevens of Havana, FL and Miss Mary Johnson of Bainbridge, GA. Funeral services will be held Saturday February 5th at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

NELSON, Edna Mae Nelson – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 4 October 2020) May 22, 1930 - October 4, 2020

NELSON, Ena Elizabeth Gibson Nelson (Abstracted from the 19 January 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ena Elizabeth Gibson Nelson, age 111, died Thursday (Jan. 18, 2018) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness. A native of Charlton County, she resided most of her life in Hilliard, FL. She was a homemaker and member of High Bluff Primitive Baptist Church. Ena Nelson was born Sept. 23, 1906, the daughter of the late Henry Gilbert Gibson and 11

Elizabeth Lee Gibson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Stafford U. Nelson, one brother, Henry R. Gibson, one sister Anna G. Turner, and nine half-siblings, Horace Gilbert Gibson, John Daniel Gibson, Charles Ellis Gibson, Bessie Leigh Gibson, Harry Jackson Gibson, Lillie Irene Gibson, William Elvie Gibson, Noah Madison Gibson and Mattie Julia Gibson. She is survived by many nieces and nephews including Jeannine Davis, who took care of her for many years. Although she never had children of her own, she was loved by many and a surrogate mother to anyone that would let her. She attend Valdosta College for two years in the 1920s, which granted her the right to teach. She taught many years, including in three schools in Charlton County (Uptonville, Moniac and Sardis). During her younger years — in the 1970s and 1980s — she was known for her beautiful handmade quilts which she gave to her family. Altogether, she made 27 quilts and 239 pillows. Following the death of her husband, she lived with her sister, Anna Turner, for 22 years. Both she and Anna moved together to Baptist Village when she was 104. A funeral will be Saturday at High Bluff Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Nathalene Cemetery in Hilliard, FL. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

NELSON, Ernestine P. Nelson (Abstracted from the 17 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The home going celebration for Pastor Ernestine P. Nelson will be Saturday at Lion of Judah, 2913 Albany Ave. Burial and committal services will be held in Black Baxley Cemetery on Friendship Church Road, Baxley. Friends are being received at the home of her niece, Ruthie Cooper, 1525 Moody St., Waycross. The cortege will assemble at 1525 Moody Street on Saturday. The daughter of the late Bossie and Agnes Singleton, she departed this life at her residence in Kingsland Sunday (March 13, 2016). She started her walk with God many years ago. She attended school in Bacon County. She furthered her education at Waycross-Ware Technical School where she received her degree as an LPN. She was employed with the Ware County School System. After receiving her degree as an LPN, she became employed with Memorial Hospital in Waycross and with ABC Home Health Care Services. She sang and was the manager of the Eveready Gospel Singers of Waycross. She was the founder and active member of House of Prayer Outreach Ministry Church of God until she became ill. She was joined in holy matrimony to her husband, Jackie Nelson, in 1984. Preceding her in death were her parents, Bossie and Agnes Singleton, five sisters and one brother, five sons, Tim Wade, Jerry Parnell, Perry Parnell, Alex Godfrey Parnell and Patrease Parnell. She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, Jackie Nelson of Kingsland; daughter, Angela Wade of Kingsland; two sons, John (Carolyn) Wade, Christopher (Cynthia) Parnell of Baxley; a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

NELSON, Fannie Mae Snipes Lawson Nelson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Fannie Mae Snipes Lawson Nelson, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at Hampton Manor East Assisted Living in Ocala, Florida. She was born, May 26, 1927, in Mayo, Florida, to the late Emanuel Uriah Snipes and the late former Annie Lee Conner. Mrs. Nelson has lived in Ocala, FL since 2009 after moving from Stuart, FL where she lived for 45 years. She was a homemaker and in her spare time enjoyed fishing, bowling, gardening, quilting, and sewing. She was preceded in death by a husband, David B. Lawson, in 1997, and a son; Thomas G. Lawson in 2004. Mrs. Nelson is survived by (3) sons; John D. Lawson, of Jensen Beach, FL, Howard F. Lawson, of St. Augustine, FL, and Tony Leon, of Tampa, FL, (3) daughters; Frances L. Wynn, of Dunnellon, FL, Mary L. Jones, of Jensen Beach, FL, and Catherine Carley, of Colorado Springs, CO, a brother; Lewis Snipes, of Indiantown, FL, a sister, Jewel Lee, of Lutz, FL, (19) grandchildren, (16) great-grandchildren, (4) great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at Burns Mayo Chapel on Saturday, February 4, 2012. Interment will follow in Day Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Marion County.

NELSON, Horace Nelson (Abstracted from the 24 November 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Horace Nelson, age 87, of Folkston will be Saturday at Pinkney Chapel United Methodist Church in Folkston. Interment will be in Pinkney Chapel Memorial Cemetery. He departed this life Wednesday (Nov. 22, 2017) after an illness. He was born in Traders Hill July 24, 1930 to the late Robert and Rachel Everett Nelson. He was the fourth of six children born to this union. He was joined in holy matrimony to the late Johnnie Mae Perry Nelson. He accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and became a member of Spatcher Chapel (now Pinkney Chapel United Methodist Church) where he was a faithful member. He was honored as father of the church. He was a very hard worker and retired with many years of service as a logger. He enjoyed spending time fishing, cooking and gardening. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Ola Belt, Gladys Chambers, Helen Blackshear, Dodie Nelson, Gilbert Nelson and Robert Nelson Jr., and a stepdaughter, Edith E. Those left to cherish his memory include Harry Vernon Sr., (raised as a son) of Folkston; a daughter, Patricia (Dan) Mack of Orlando, FL; a sister-in-law, Bettie Nelson of Waycross; devoted nieces who adored him, Evelyn Thomas of Irvington, Debra (Christopher) Smithson, Rachel (Michael) Davenport all of Waycross, Fannie Lambert, Nellie (Gardene) Allison both of 12

Jacksonville, FL, and Genire (Nathan) Stafford of Folkston; devoted nephews, Tacy (Latoya) Nelson, Patrick (Cassandra) Nelson, Clay Nelson all of Waycross, Michael (Michelle) Nelson of Norfolk, VA, Jeffery (Jennifer) Muhammad of Thomasville, and Irvy Chambers of Augusta; a devoted cousin, Emma Lee Brown of Folkston; a host of other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Waycross.

NELSON, Jim Leigh Nelson (Abstracted from the 23 August 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jim Leigh Nelson, age 78, of Waycross, lost his battle with bladder cancer and peacefully passed away at his home on Thursday (Aug. 10, 2017). He was born July 21, 1939, the youngest of six children, to the late James Bailey and Cora Bell (Sykes) Nelson in Hilliard, FL. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Ollie Nelson, Lee Roy Nelson, James Nelson, Alvie Nelson, Robert Nelson, and his sister, Mildred Davis, along with his wife, Linda Faye (Morgan) Nelson, and step-son, Allen Davis. Survivors include two sons, Sylvester Leigh Nelson of Pleasant Hill, TN, and William Bailey Nelson of Waycross, one daughter, Dawna Tanya (Allen) Eriksen of Smithfield, NC, two step-children, Rhonda Bernice Nelson of Waycross, and Bret Herman Nelson of Waycross, numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was employed with the City of Waycross for more than 30 years and retired in 1995. In his younger days, he worked in pulpwood hauling and delivering, and he delivered to the paper mill many times. He always said “… you’re not a man if you can’t work hard and get the job done.” He showed strength until the end and still had some enlightening words for family and friends who will always remember that special smile, that caring heart and his warm embrace. His favorite saying was “You better believe it.” He was loved by the many who knew him. He was a kind man and will truly be missed. The funeral will be Sunday (Aug. 27) at Pigeon Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will follow in church cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston.

NELSON, Joan Thomas Nelson (Abstracted from https://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2020/02/joan-thomas-nelson/) Joan Thomas Nelson, age 78, of Jennings, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at South Georgia Medical Center. Born in Allais, KY, on September 12, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Dewey Thomas and Lorene Salyers Thomas. Mrs. Nelson had taught school in the Pinellas County Schools. She was a book publisher. Survivors are her husband, Richard Nelson of Jennings; daughters and sons in law, Ivory (Robert) Dodds of Oldsmar, FL, Lori (Dean) Jones of Jennings, FL; eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; stepdaughters, Robin (Scott) White of Land O’ Lakes, FL and Roni Nelson of Lutz, FL. She was preceded in death by a son, King Kleski. Private service for Mrs. Nelson will be held at a later time. McLane Funeral and Cremation services is in charge of arrangements.

NELSON, Linda Faye Morgan Nelson (Abstracted from the March 11, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Linda Faye Morgan Nelson, age 64, died Sunday (March 9, 2014) in the Pierce County Nursing Home after an extended illness. She was a native of Millwood, but she lived most of her life in Waycross as a homemaker. She is the daughter of the late Miller Morgan and Nora Faye Sills Nelson. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, David Talmadge Morgan and David Miller Morgan Jr., and one son, Allen Davis. Survivors include her husband, Jim L. Nelson, of Waycross; two sisters, Agnes “Cassie” Copeland (Jerry), of Waycross, and Dorothy Puckett (Jody), of Waycross; 2 brothers, Larry Morgan (Linda), of Millwood, and Bobby Morgan (Geraldine), of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Wednesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Hargraves Chapel Cemetery in Millwood.

NELSON, Martha Mae Brown Nelson (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL 9 April 2015) Martha Mae Brown Nelson, age 63, of Monticello’s Piney Woods Community answered the Master’s call on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare. Funeral services are Saturday, April 11, at Sweetfield Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Springfield Cemetery, Casa Bianca Rd. Tillman of Monticello is handling the arrangements. A native of Live Oak, she had lived in Ft. Lauderdale for many years before settling in Monticello nine years ago. She was a member of Sweetfield and also worshiped with her husband who pastors Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. She leaves to treasure her love, her devoted husband, Rev. Joseph Nelson, Sr.; 1, Joseph Nelson, Jr. and 3 daughters, Mary Louise (Robert) Mauney, Martha Teresa Irvin and Angela Nelson; 9 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brothers, Richard Brown, Mackey and Lorenzo Fuller; sisters, Ethel (Jerome) King, Lucille (Bernard) Nealy and Louise King; brothers-in-law, James (Willie Mae) Thompson, Jacob (Emma) Nelson, Ben Ransom, Jr., and Bethel (Lillian) Ransom; sisters-in-laws, Sarah (George) Byford, Henrietta (Robert) Barnes, Annie Mae Reddick, Hannah Ransom and Wanda (James) Skipworth; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was predeceased by her parents, Leroy and Florence Brown; and brother, David Brown.

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NEPOTE, Hilma Emoline Helton Nepote (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Hilma Helton Nepote, age 87, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, August 10, 2010 in Perry, FL, after years of declining health due to diabetes and congestive heart failure. She was born September 14, 1922 at Magan Station, KY to Dena Hicks Helton and Otis Helton. She grew up in Kentucky and later Eldorado, IL, where she won a state-wide Math competition. She attended college in Evansville, IN prior to enlisting in the U.S. Navy (WAVES) during World War #II. While in the Navy, she was trained at Hunter College in New York, and rose to rank of Petty Officer Second Class. She was assigned to the torpedo dive-bombing school at Cecil Field in Jacksonville, FL, as an enlisted man's pay roll clerk. These were her most cherished moments in service to her country. In September, 1944, she married Cecil Nepote, settling in Atlanta, GA. As a widow, she raised three children, while working at various secretarial positions. She became the Executive Secretary of the Finance Officer of Lithonia Lighting. She also obtained her Broker's license in Real Estate in Georgia. She was a member of the America Business Women's Association. After retirement, she relocated to Perry, FL where she was a member of the Woman's Club of Perry and a member of the First Baptist Church. Hilma was a proud charter member of the Women's Veteran Memorial organization and actually attended opening ceremonies in Washington, D.C. in 1997. Hilma was predeceased by her mother, father, husband, two brothers, and sister. Survivors include her children and their families. Michael Paul Nepote (wife Debbie), Vicki Nepote Bolton (Philip Peters Bolton), Cecile Nepote Hance; grandchildren & step-grandchildren, Cadee Nepote, Crissy Bohling (Tucker), John Michael Nepote, K.C. Bolton, Trina Bolton, Rob Hance (Glenda), Richy Hance (Laura), and Donnie Hance; great grandchildren include Morgan Nepote, Emily, Fisher, & Darci Bohling, Shelbi Barrow (Hance) and Allison Barrow (Hance), Jessica and Brandon Hance,;two special nieces, Robie Stanley and Leanna Bankston, and one special nephew; Jerry Helton. Memorial gifts may be made to Big Bend Hospice or First Baptist Church of Perry. Arrangements are being coordinated by Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry. Interment will be in Decatur, GA.

NERVINA, Peter Francis Nervina (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 31 March 2021) Peter Francis Nervina, age 91, of Perry, FL, passed away on March 31, 2021, in Madison, FL. Mr. Nervina was born March 15, 1930, in Auburn, NY to Mr. Frank R. and Maria Concetta Testa Nervina. After graduating from West High School, he began his work career with St. Joseph’s Cemetery and the Nye & Wait Carpet Co., later working as a foreman at Cowles Chemical Company and a plant manager at Stauffer Chemical Company. He served as a volunteer fireman and EMT with the Owasco Fire Department, later transferring to the Weedsport Fire Department. In Perry, FL, he volunteered at Doctor’s Memorial Hospital for twelve years, serving as president of the Hospital’s Auxiliary for many of those years. In his spare time, he enjoyed traveling, working in his yard and shop, flying in warbird airplanes, dancing, being a member of the Elks Club, going to antique car shows, and driving his 1968 Impala convertible. Mr. Nervina was widowed by his first and second wives, Doris Flesher Nervina and Mary Abraham Nervina, both of whom passed away from complications of cancer, He married his wife of 23 years, Genevieve D’Antonio Nervina in 1996. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Perry, FL. Mr. Nervina was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Maria Nervina; his 1st wife, Doris Flesher Nervina; his 2nd wife, Mary Abraham Nervina; his son Henry; and 4 sisters, Antoinette Basile, Carrie Augello, Ida Impaglia, and Grace Bianchi. He is survived by his wife, Genevieve D'Antonio Nervina; children Peter Nervina (Debbie), Christine Patti (Lou), and Paul Nervina (Barbara); step- children, John Abraham (Diane), James Abraham (Eileen), Jason Abraham (Lynn), Joe Abraham, Linda Koch (Robert), Alfred D’Antonio Jr. (Nancy), and Lisa Rubin (Lawrence); as well as a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be held at a later date, followed by inurnment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Auburn, NY. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Perry. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Perry, FL.

NESBITT, Bruce Alan Nesbitt (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Bruce Alan Nesbitt, age 57, of Lake Park, GA passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at Florida Hospital Flagler in Palm Coast, FL. He was born on August 3, 1957 in Valdosta, GA to the late Robert Samuel Nesbitt and Essie Mae (Cooper) Wilson. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. He was preceded in death by a sister, Tammy Williams and a sister-in-law, Gloria Nesbitt. His survivors include: his fiancé, Judy Pittman of Lake Park, GA; daughter, Randa Nesbitt of Lake Park, GA; sister and brother-in- law, Debbie Tomlinson Steele and Jeff Steele of Valdosta, GA; brother and sister-in-law, James Ronald and Melissa Nesbitt of Valdosta, GA; brother, Arnold Nesbitt of Tennessee; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Alice and Herman Faigan of South Carolina; a special nephew, Gene Williams and his family of Valdosta, GA; several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Memorial Services will be held at the home of his sister, Debbie Tomlinson Steele on Ben Hill Road, Valdosta, GA on Saturday, September 7, 2013. Music Funeral Services is serving the Nesbitt family. 14

NESBITT, Harry Nesbitt (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, September 24, 1903) We regret to chronicle the death of Harry Nesbitt who died at Moseley Hall last Sunday night. He will be remembered as one of the old teachers of this county. No record was found of the burial

NESBITT, Wallace Nesbitt (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 1 August 2019) Wallace Nesbitt, age 69, of Perry, FL passed unexpectedly in Madison, FL on Friday, July 26, 2019. Funeral services are at Mt. Olive M.B. Church, with military burial in Wigginsville Community Cemetery, Greenville, FL. Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello, FL is serving the family. A Greenville native, Mr. Nesbitt was a U.S. Air Force Vietnam veteran and retired maintenance technician for Buckeye Cellulose. He was a trustee and choir member at Mt. Olive M.B. church and an avid motorcyclist (Honda Gold Wing), fisherman and vintage car enthusiast. Survivors include his wife, Beatrice Lauria Nesbitt; sons, Kevin (Dawn) and Derrick (Rachel) Nesbitt; daughters, Laquita (Varian Sr.) Dunnell and Adria Hugger (step); brother, Archie (Linda) Nesbitt, Jr.; sisters, Mary (Joe) Brown and Barbara (Maurice) Newkirk; six grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

NESMITH, Ann NeSmith (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, March 9, 2014) Born February 26, 1934 and died March 9, 2014

NESMITH, Joe Allen NeSmith (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 26 July 2019) Joe Allen NeSmith, age 67, of Nashville, GA passed away on Friday, July 26, 2019 at his daughter’s home in Ray City, GA surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 12, 1952 in Moultrie, GA to the late Joseph and Illia (Harris) NeSmith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a kind man who always enjoyed the outdoors, and “he always had to catch the biggest fish!” Along with his parents, he is proceeded in death by his sister, Dorothy NeSmith. Survivors include his loving wife of 35 years, Shirley L. NeSmith of Nashville, GA; children, Sandra and Ray Cersey of Ray City, GA, Joseph and Anna NeSmith of Wilsonville, OR, Deborah and Michael Exum of Jekyll Island, GA, Sheri Rogers of Nashville, GA, Katina and David Blount of Nashville, GA; 12 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren;2 brothers and sisters-in-laws, Jimmy and Betty NeSmith of Landrum, SC, Ray and Diane NeSmith of Sparks, GA; 3 sisters and brothers-in-law, Pat and Jerry Cooper of Nashville, GA, Bertha and Lark Jones of Lenox, GA, Linda and Nelson Dean of Nashville, GA. Funeral Services will be held graveside in the Cross Roads Cemetery, Adel, GA. The NeSmith Family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

NESMITH, John Madison NeSmith (Abstracted from the Quitman Free Press, Quitman, Georgia, May 24, 1945) John Madison NeSmith, 68, died Monday at his home near Valdosta and funeral services were held at Evergreen Cemetery near Dixie Tuesday morning. Mr. NeSmith was a native of Brooks County and was a prominent farmer here. Some years ago ill health necessitated his retirement and he had resided near Valdosta since 1930. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church and was well known throughout this section. Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Bessie Carter of Brooks County, eleven children, including J. A. NeSmith, F. B. NeSmith, James NeSmith, Mrs. O. J. Roberson, Mrs. Eugene Jones, Mrs. S. V. McDonald, Mrs. Marie Holtz, and Miss Lucille NeSmith of Valdosta; Mrs. Nina Hall of Tifton; Cpl. John NeSmith, with the Army at Camp Gruber, OK, and M. L. NeSmith, Seaman 3/c with the Navy in the South Pacific. He also leaves 21 grandchildren, including two in the armed forces, Pvt. Melvin Roberson in Germany and Cpl. Julian A. NeSmith in India.

NESMITH, Johnnie NeSmith (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 15, 2007) Johnnie Clinton NeSmith, 54, of Waycross, formerly of Tifton, died Friday (May 11, 2007) at St. Luke's Hospital in Jacksonville, Fla. He was born July 11, 1952 in Tifton to Eva Mae Walden Nesmith, of Tifton, and the late Jack Nesmith. He served in the U.S. Army and had retired from the Georgia Department of Transportation where he was a bridge inspector. He was a member of the Waycross Masonic Lodge F&AM, the Lions Club, Fraternal Order of Eagles, the American Legion and the VFW. He enjoyed fishing and socializing with friends. In addition to his mother, he is survived by two daughters and two sons-in-law, Amy and David Ott, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Sandy and Kevin Wolfe, of Jesup; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, Wallace and Evelyn NeSmith, of Enigma and Billy and Carol NeSmith, of Tifton; and four grandchildren. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. 15

Wednesday at the chapel of Albritton-Beaumont Funeral Directors with the Rev. Pete Jones officiating. Burial with full Masonic rites will follow at Oakridge Cemetery. The family will receive friends tonight from 7 to 9 at Albritton- Beaumont Funeral Directors in Tifton. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Waycross Masonic Lodge. Albritton-Beaumont Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

NESMITH, Kenneth Lamar NeSmith (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Kenneth Lamar NeSmith, 39, of Blackshear passed away Saturday (June 15, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross “A beautiful life came to a close,” said his family. He was born May 26, 1974 to Cecil Lamar NeSmith and the late Francine Armstrong-NeSmith. He was reared by his paternal grandparents, the late Franty Roy Sr. and Mary Artense NeSmith as their own child. He graduated from Pierce County High School in 1993. Kenny, as he was lovingly known, worked for many years with Wesley Walker and also worked for Gilman Paper Company. His favorite pastimes were fishing, hunting and country music. He grew up in Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church and the Lord led him back to Piney Grove just last year. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his sister, Nichole NeSmith, and his aunt, Patricia NeSmith-Hyler. He leaves precious memories to his devoted family including his wife of 11 years, Tomeeka Batten-NeSmith; children, Kaily Fuller, Atlanta, Shiness Sharpe, Iree Kennedy and Lafallen Taylor, all of Blackshear; his father, Cecil NeSmith, Baxley; sisters, NaKisha NeSmith, St. Marys, and Felicia Thomas, Blackshear; brothers, Cecil NeSmith Jr., Daytona Beach, FL, Kevin NeSmith, Jacksonville, FL, Zeverick Lee, Inverness, FL, Cleveland (Audry) Moore, Blackshear; grandparents, Renee Armstrong, Jacksonville, FL, Mr. Armstrong, Miami, FL, and Betty Batten, Alma; mother-in-law, Patricia (Wade) NeSmith, Blackshear; father-in-law, Thomas Moore, Waycross; sister-in-law, Jennifer Broady, Blackshear; aunts, Cecilia Dorsey and Carolyn NeSmith, both of Blackshear, Priscilla (Ulysses) Reynolds, Irene (Lloyd) Kennedy, Elaine (Albert) Stanford, Gloria Moore, Ludela (Jerry) Franklin, Marilyn Smiley and Maria (Stephon) Dean, all of Alma, and uncles, Franty Roy (Mattie) Ne-Smith Jr. and Wade (Patricia) NeSmith, both of Blackshear, Larry Sr. (Ruthie) NeSmith and Terry (Mary Ann) NeSmith, both of Baxley, Wayne (Karen) NeSmith, Ocala, FL, George (Denise) Batten Jr., Statesboro, and Troy Moore and Pete Moore, both of Alma; two very special friends, Allen Conner and John Thigpen Jr.; and a host of loving great-aunts, great-uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family and friends are being received at all other times at the residence at 3339 Piney Grove Circle. The funeral will be held Saturday at Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church, 2808 Piney Grove Road, Blackshear. Interment will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery in Blackshear. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home 505 Ware St., Blackshear, is in charge of arrangements.

NESMITH, Margaret Laverne Mullis NeSmith (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 22 April 2020) Margaret Laverne (Mullis) NeSmith, age 71, of Nashville, GA passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at her home. She was born on November 2, 1948 in Cook County to the late E.D. and Phoebe Souls (Griffin) Mullis. She worked as a Nurses Aid with the Nashville Nursing Home for many years. Margaret was a member of Vision Church of God, Nashville, GA where she loved to sing. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Tim Mullis and companion, Alfred Purvis. Survivors include: daughter, Rena Rowe, Enigma, GA; 3 sisters: Peggy Griffin, Tifton, GA, Barbara Baker, Ypsilanda, MI, Patricia Mullis, Jacksonville, FL; brothers & daughter-in-law: Ed and Rose Mullis, Orlando, FL; 3 grandchildren: Kenneth Oliver, Jr, Tammy Osteen and Cody Rowe; 6 great grandchild and a niece: Linda Mullis, Casselberry, FL. Due to the current pandemic a private memorial service will be in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services.

NESMITH, Marjorie Penny NeSmith (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/04/marjorie-penny-nesmith/) Mother Marjorie Penny NeSmith was born July 30, 1927, in Cook County, GA, to the late Annie Mae Walker Penny and the late Ory Penny. As beautiful as a rose to see, was her life she lived so very gracefully. She girded herself with honor and strengthened her ability with patience. Recognizing her calling to care for children and loving people, Mother NeSmith used hospitality to minister to those around her and created an inviting atmosphere of warmth while fostering numerous children. Everything was made precious by her touch and her selfless love will continue to live on in each of us. And the Lord knew Mother NeSmith, for He stayed right by her side through years of joy and plenty, pain and sorrow, hurt and pride. He helped her raise a family and gave her courage to go on. God blessed her with patience and hope, gave her strength when hers was gone. She loved God with all of her heart, mind and soul. She sought His will for her life and followed His ways. On Monday, April 8, 2019 the Lord declared to Mother NeSmith, you have fought a good fight, you have finished your course, you have kept the faith, enter now into thou Master’s rest. In addition to the parents, she is preceded in death by her husband: Ernest NeSmith; her sisters: Evelyn Davis and Elizabeth Strong and her brothers: Kendall Penny, Sr., Vernon Penny, Sr., Otha Penny, Sr., and James Penny; four aunts as sisters: Georgia Orr, Pearline Alford, Edna Lane and Eva Mae Thomas. Gathered to rejoice the life of this great matriarch are her six children: Annie Lois Pullins of Atlanta, GA, Marsha Miller and husband, Clenzy Miller, Sr. of Cecil, 16

GA, Ronnie NeSmith, of Cecil, GA, Donnie and wife, Juanita NeSmith of Mesa, AZ, Patsy and husband, Willie J. Miller of Morven, GA, and LaQuita Thomas of Atlanta, GA; three sisters-in-law: Allene Manning of Cecil, GA, Lula Mae Penny of Miami, FL and Vernice Penny of Youngstown, OH; fifteen grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members. The Celebration of Life for the late Mother Marjorie Penny NeSmith will be at County Line Independent Methodist Church, 2392 Fellowship Road, Cecil. Interment, County Line Independent Methodist Church Cemetery, Cecil, GA. Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

NESMITH, Vera Louise Howell NeSmith (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, December 13, 2013) Graveside services for Vera Louise Howell NeSmith were Sunday, December 15, 2013 at the Salem Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. NeSmith was born on May 7, 1913 in Pavo to the late James Fulton Howell, Sr. and Edna Joiner Howell. Mrs. NeSmith was a member of Barwick Baptist Church. On September 22, 1934 she wed Mr. John Barrow NeSmith in Thomas County and their union continued until the time of his passing on July 5, 1967. During her life Mrs. NeSmith, with her husband, owned and operated several grocery stores. She departed this life on Friday, December 13, 2013 at Camellia Gardens of Life Care. Survivors to cherish her memory include her children Edna Jean NeSmith and John Larry NeSmith of Thomasville; Athley Ruth Clay (Henry) of Coolidge and Sharyn N. Sherman (David) of Greenville, SC; grandchildren Alanna Suber (Michael), Michel Turner (Billy) and Hollie Vollmar (Tom); great-grandchildren Natalie Burton (Frank), Jessica Suber, Kaitlyn Sellers (Clay), Eli Vollmar, Kyle Vollmar, Noah Vollmar, Kailey Turner and Clay Turner. She was preceded in death by her brothers Palmer Howell and J.F. Howell, Jr.; and sister Elese Boyles.

NESSMITH, Naomi Willis Nessmith (Abstracted from the 11 July 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Naomi Willis Nessmith, age 103, died Thursday (July 9, 2015) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities. She was a native of Omega, GA, but lived most of her life in Waycross. She was preceded in death by her husband, M. Gordon Nessmith, and her parents, Dr. Irvin Willis and Mary Spinks Willis. She was a member of First Baptist Church and the Gleaners Sunday School Class. She taught in the junior, intermediate and the primary departments of the church. She retired in 1981 from the M. Gordon Nessmith Insurance Agency. Survivors include 1 son, Gordon Willis (Linda) Nessmith of Blackshear; 1 daughter, Mary Irvin (Larry) Paz of Ocala, FL; 2 granddaughters, Cynthia Lynn (Tom Davies) Olnick and Lisa Marie Olnick; and several step- grandchildren. A funeral will be Monday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. The family request memorials to given to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering at First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 757, Waycross, GA 31501.

NETHERTON, Virginia Donaldson Netherton (Abstracted from the 12 June 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Virginia Donaldson Netherton, age 84, died Monday (June 5, 2017) at her residence following an extended illness. She was born in Blackshear and resided in Ware County most of her life. She was a retired teacher with the Ware County Board of Education. She was a daughter of the late James Hines Donaldson and Emily Zirkle Donaldson. She is survived by a son, Lindsay Netherton of Waycross; and a daughter, Emily Montague of Euharlee, GA. Memorialization will be by cremation. Music Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NETTLES, Betty Joyce Searles Nettles (Abstracted from the 13 August 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Betty Joyce Searles Nettles, age 74, of Hoboken, passed away Saturday (Aug. 11, 2018) in Middleburg, FL. She was born June 15, 1944 in Trion to the late John Sherman Searles and Maggie Mildred Hamilton Searles. She attended Waycross Junior College and worked for 12 years at Charlton Memorial Hospital and as a caregiver at Mullis Manor Nursing Home in Folkston. She was a member of the Folkston Church of God. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Rebecca Snowden, two brothers, Billy Jean Searles and James Searles. She is survived by her husband, Earl Eugene Nettles; children, Sharon Edmunds of Macclenny, FL, Lois (Billy) Pickett of Middleburg, FL, Earl Eugene (Brenda) Nettles Jr. of Millwood, John Foster (Suzette) Nettles of Jacksonville, FL, Joseph Scott Nettles of Hoboken, and James Clinton (Dee Dee Sweat) Nettles of Hoboken; 20 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Bobby Searles; three sisters, Helen Williams, Glenda Haines and Melissa Cothron and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Tuesday at the Folkston Church of God. Burial will follow in Little Phebe Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston.

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Cecil Nettles, age 86, passed away on November 1, 2015 in Perry, FL. Cecil was born October 31, 1929 in Maxwelton, WV to Egbert Lawrence Nettles and Politha Pearl (Wiseman) Nettles. Mr. Nettles was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church. Mr. Nettles worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator with Proctor and Gamble for 35 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and his fireplace. Cecil was preceded in death by his parents; Egbert Lawrence and Politha Pearl Nettles, two brothers; Robert and Scott Nettles and one sister; Joyce Aman. Mr. Nettles is survived by his loving wife Norma Louise Nettles of 67 years, 2 sons; Steve Nettles and Randy Nettles both of Perry, FL; 1 brother; Lawrence Nettles of West Virginia; 1 sister; Phyllis Aman of Perry, FL; 3 grandchildren Gary Nettles, Erika Grambling, and Mallory Nettles all of Perry, FL, 7 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, November 4th at Lakeside Baptist Church. Interment will follow immediately afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

NETTLES, Cecil Stephen Nettles (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 27 January 2018) Mr. Cecil Stephen Nettles, age 65, passed away after an extended illness on January 27, 2018 in Gainesville FL. Steve was born September 6, 1952 in Shelby, Ohio to Mr. Cecil Nettles and Louise Crain Nettles. Steve loved to hunt and was a member of Camp Misery Hunting Club. He also enjoyed just riding through the woods and riding his bicycle. Steve was preceded in death by his parents Mr. Cecil Nettles and Louise Crain. He is survived by his fiancé Marie Cooper; children Gary Nettles, Frankie Cooper, Jada Cooper Nina Cooper, and Austin Cooper; three grandchildren: Kala Nettles, Hanna Nettles, and Makenzie Nettles; seven great grandchildren, and one brother Randy Nettles. A graveside service will be Thursday, February 1, 2018 at Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

NETTLES, Gladys Smith Nettles (Abstracted from the January 23, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Gladys Smith Nettles, age 79, died Tuesday (Jan. 21, 2014) at her residence following a short illness. She was a born in Coffee County but lived most of her life in Ware and Bacon County. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Nettles Jr., her parents, Jim Smith and Cassie Bailey Smith, and her daughter, Drucilla Norris. She was a member of Telmore Pentecostal Holiness Church. Survivors include 3 daughters, Barbara (Ricky) Lee, of Waresboro, Helen (Pat) Davis, of Millwood, Maxine Jones, of Nicholls; 2 sons, Billy (Ann) Nettles and David (Carol) Nettles, both of Millwood; 2 sisters, Rachel Dubberly, of Douglas, Isabell Skipper, of Baton Rouge, LA; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Thursday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Telmore Cemetery.

NETTLES, Joseph Allen Nettles (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Joseph Allen Nettles, 86, passed away at his residence on Friday, December 16, 2011. He was the son of the late Joseph C. Nettles, Sr. and the late Ruby C. Sherouse. Mr. Nettles was a native of Taylor County and had lived in Perry since 1980 coming from Tallahassee, FL. He was a member of Pisgah Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed working on cars, loved church and fishing. He was preceded in death by (2) brothers; Joseph C. Nettles, Jr. and Charles C. Markham and (2) sisters; Lillie Belle Mathis and Estelle “Ruby” Hill. He is survived by (3) sons; John Nettles of Orlando, FL, Charles Nettles (Roxanne) and Logan Nettles, all of Perry, FL, (1) daughter; Betty Nettles Blaske (Gerald) of Perry, FL, (1) sister; Grace Davenport of Spokane, WA, (10) grandchildren; Kensenah (Nikki) Blaske Hill, Jerry Wayne Blaske, Shirley Blaske, Gerald R. Blaske, III., Noah R. Blaske, Zachary C. Blaske, Lillie Belle Blaske, Claire Nettles, Katie Nettles and Samantha Nettles, (2) great-grandchildren; Liam H. Hill and Kayleen N. Hill, nephew; Billy Mathis (Patricia) of Perry, FL as well as numerous nieces, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Monday, December 19, 2011. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.

NETTLES, Joseph Wesley Nettles (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 7 June 2015) Services for Joseph Wesley Nettles of Thomasville are Thursday, June 11, 2015, at Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. Mr. Nettles died June 7, 2015 at his residence. Born April 7, 1951 Baldwin, FL, he was the son of the late Joseph Pratt Nettles and Eloise Crawford Nettles. On July 28, 1979, in Fort White, FL, he married Janet Hancock Nettles, who survives, of Thomasville. He was Road Master with CSX Railroad, member of Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints and Masonic Lodge. Other survivors include a daughter, Amanda Lee (Daryel) Tyner of Okeechobee, FL; and 2 sisters, Jane Lloyd and Debbie Faulk both of Jacksonville, FL. He was preceded in death by three brothers, David Earl Nettles, Johnny Martin Nettles and Robert Glen Nettles.

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(Abstracted from the Waycross Journal Herald September 4, 2012) BLACKSHEAR — Lee Anthony Nettles, 40, of Blackshear, died unexpectedly and peacefully in his sleep Saturday morning (Sept. 1, 2012). Born Dec. 13, 1971, he was one of twin sons of the Rev. Warnie Nettles and Judy Buck Nettles. Born two months premature, his lungs weren’t fully developed and throughout the years, he would suffer many health problems. A former resident of Brunswick and Columbia, S.C., he was a resident of Blackshear for the past seven years. At the age of eight, he sat down at the piano and began to play. He had an ear for music; he could hear a song for the first time, sit down at the piano and repeat its beautiful sound. He never took a music lesson and attributed his renowned talent to God. He played for many civic groups, conventions, including the Georgia State Physician’s Convention, social events and served as pianist/keyboardist for many churches. He was an honor graduate of Okefenokee Technical College as a surgical technologist. Later, he began his nursing career at South Georgia College of Nursing. His steadfast faith in God saw him through his later years of health decline. He will be remembered for his unconditional love for others and for his radiant smile. His gentle and kind spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. The legacy he leaves behind serves as a reminder to those whose lives he touched. He would say today, “Just think of me as you pass by life — I thought of you as I passed in mine.” He leaves behind his parents, the Rev. Warnie L. and Judy P. Nettles, of Blackshear; his twin brother, Christopher L. Nettles, of South Carolina; a sister, Shelly P. Barber, of Brunswick; two brothers, Joshua A. (Kala) Nettles, and Jonathan A. Nettles, both of Blackshear; a niece, Jade Nettles; nephews, Sheldon D. Barber, Gavin McQuaig, Joshua A. Nettles II and Simon J. Nettles; aunts and uncles, Bo and Marie Tanner, Eugene and Colleen Corbitt, all of Blackshear, Dewaine and Pennie Tanner, of Hortense, Merlene Davis, of Dahlonega, Jack and Barbara Nettles, of Alma, Joe and Rhonda Nettles, of St. George, and Jerry and Janice Nettles, of Axson; many cousins and friends; and a best friend, Sherry Nettles, of Atlanta. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Earlie and Dorothy Tanner, and paternal grandparents, Joseph and Mima Ann Nettles. A celebration of life service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, in the Chapel of Music Funeral Home of Waycross. His twin brother, Chris, will deliver the eulogy, and his sister, Shelly, will give remarks. Interment will follow in Waters Cemetery. Casket bearers are Joshua Nettles, Jonathan Nettles, Sheldon Barber, Mark Nettles, Tommy Joe Sellers, Devin Taylor, John Jacques and Roy Brockington Sr. Honorary pallbearers will be Sherry Nettles, Doug Nettles, Ed and Diane Jacques, Kim Jacques, Sonja Brockington, Charles and Jackie Davis, Sandra Morgan, Robbie and Connie Strickland, Lori Croft, Eric Chavis and Derrick Chavis. The family will receive friends at Music Funeral Home from 6 until 9 p.m. today. Flowers are appreciated; however, memorials may be made in his memory to the family.

NETTLES, Mary Lou Nettles (Abstracted from the June 9, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mary Lou Nettles, age 64, died Saturday (June 7, 2014) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House following an extended illness. She was born in Homerville but lived most of her life in Blackshear before moving to Axson several months ago. She was a seamstress at Matt’s Jackets and a member of Mt. Green Church of God of Prophecy. She was a daughter of the late Lester William Bennett. She was married to the late Edmond Nettles and was preceded in death by a brother, Bill Bennett, and a sister, Helen Bennett. She is survived by a daughter, Sharon Nettles, of Axson; a son, Jackie Nettles, of Axson; 4 grandchildren, McKenna Nettles, Brandon Nettles, Michael Nettles and Aaron Nettles; 5 great-grandchildren; her mother, Mary Jane Bennett, of Millwood; 3 sisters, Lucille (Buddy) Crosby, of Axson, Betty Bennett, of Waycross, and Susan Bennett, of Axson; a brother, Donald (Linda) Bennett, of Millwood; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral was held Sunday at Mt. Green Church of God of Prophecy. Burial was in the Mt. Green Cemetery. Music Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NETTLES, Norma Louise Nettles (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 29 February 2016) Norma Louise Nettles, age 83, died February 29, 2016 at Lafayette Healthcare Center in Mayo, FL. She was born April 16, 1932 in West Virginia to William and Nola Starkes Crain. She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years Cecil Nettles, two brothers and three sisters. She enjoyed quilting with her friends at the public library, sewing, teaching Sunday school and singing in the choir. She also enjoyed planting and caring for her flowers. She is survived by her 2 sons Steve and Randy Nettles; 3 grandchildren: Gary Nettles, Erika Grambling and Mallory Nettles; 7 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; and 1 brother Ronald Crain of Mass. A funeral service will be Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at Lakeside Baptist. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

NEUGENT, Linda Jean Christian Neugent (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 22, 2012) Linda Jean Christian Neugent, 53, of Waycross, died Sunday morning (Aug. 19, 2012) at her residence in Waycross after a sudden illness. She was born in Toledo, OH, and moved to Waycross in 2005. She was a homemaker and enjoyed arts and crafts and crocheting. She also loved spending time at the river. She is survived by her husband, Roy Emmett Neugent Jr.; a son, Roland Williams, of Waycross; three daughters, Marcie Scruggs, of Las Vegas, NV, Christy Hardin, of Alabama, Samantha 19

Chesney, of Brunswick; and four grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Friday evening at 7 o’clock at Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel.

NEUGENT, Stella Mae Graham Neugent (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, April 27, 2011) Mrs. Stella Mae Graham Neugent, 83, of Pearson passed away Sunday, April 17, 2011, at her daughter’s home in Homerville following an extended illness. A native of Ambrose, GA, Mrs. Neugent was born March 24, 1928. She was the daughter of the late Bennie and Mary Kitchen Hawkins. She worked for many years as a caregiver for the elderly. She was a member of Ozias Freewill Baptist Church in Pearson. Mrs. Neugent was preceded in death by her first husband, Mr. Willie Graham. Survivors include her husband, Ben Neugent of Pearson; two sons, Herman Graham of Douglas and Donell Graham of Valdosta; two daughters, Annie Ruth Corbitt and husband Raymond of Homerville and Kathryn Graham of Axson; three step-children, Allen Neugent of Woodbridge, NJ, Ann Holligan of Arlington, TX and Jen Neugent of Miami, FL; eight grandchilren; 21 great- grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services for Mrs. Neugent were held Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Ozias Freewill Baptist Church. Interment followed in Salem Church Cemetery in Douglas. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson served the Neugent family.

NEUGENT, Talmadge William Neugent Sr. (Abstracted from the 20 May 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Talmadge William Neugent Sr., age 84, of Waycross, died Saturday (May 18, 2019) at his residence after an extended illness. He was born in Atkinson County to the late William and Mary Ann Flanders Neugent and lived here most of his life. He worked for ACL Railroad, SCL Railroad and retired from CSX Railroad after 44 years of service as a switchman. He owned and operated The Hobby Shop at his home where he worked on lawnmowers for many people throughout the years. He was a member of Corinth Freewill Baptist Church in Alma. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Jean Robinson Neugent, one son, Talmadge William Neugent Jr., two brothers, Ben Neugent and Henry Neugent, and one sister, Wilma George. Survivors include three children, Calvin (Media) Neugent of Waycross, Debbie Taylor of Waycross, Lisa Roberson of Waycross; six grandchildren, Vince Neugent of St. Augustine, Jake Neugent of Patterson, Mary Ann (Jeff) Chaney of Blackshear, Butch Roberson of Waycross, Britney Roberson (Jim Anderson) of Waycross, Blake Roberson of Waycross; six great-grandchildren, Austin (Jamie) Chaney of Waycross, Evan Chaney, Anslee Neugent, Kayden Neugent, Holt Roberson, Mackenzie Anderson; one sister, Thelma Darley of Kirkland; special niece, Glenda Carver of Douglas; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

NEVILLE, Hubert E. Neville (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 8 June 2018) Hubert E. Neville, age 85, was called home on June 6, 2018 in Madison County, FL. Born in Durham, NC, Hubert served in the Army as a draftsman for the United States Army Corp of Engineers. He worked as a house painter for 30 years with Union Iupat. After retirement he lived in Okeechobee, FL. Then he enjoyed his home in Rutherfordton, NC with his wife Sue. Hubert was a faithful servant to his Lord Jesus Christ. Mr. Neville is survived by his wife Sue and son Danny Stratton. A private service has been held. Interment will be at Circle P Farms in Madison, FL.

NEW, Selma Audrey Barker Worthy New (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, May 21, 2007) Selma Audrey Barker was born to Henry E. & Rebecca E. Barker on December 14, 1911 in Madison. She went to be with her Lord on May 14, 2008. Selma moved to Tampa in 1940, and was an active member in the Missionary Alliance Christian Church. She married George Worthy and they enjoyed many years together before his death. She later married Albert New. They shared many cherished years together before his death. Selma moved to Fort Myers in 2001 to be closer to her sister, Gladys Barker Koller. Selma will always be remembered as Aunt Selma to all who loved and cherished her. Although Aunt Selma never had children of her own, she treated all of us as if we were her children. She was a pillar of strength who taught us the meaning of love and the importance of good family values. She truly embraced God and always had a kind word for all her friends. We loved and respected this wonderful, amazing person. She was more like a second mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great- great-grandmother to many of us. Selma was predeceased by her brothers, Henry "Bud" Barker, Eustice Barker, and Auley Barker; and her sisters, Sadie Revelle, Hanson Harris, Edna "Peattie" Mitchell, Eula Resnik and Gladys Koller. "Aunt Selma, we love you, and we will miss you. You will never be forgotten. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. We thank God for allowing us to share your warmth and grace." Aunt Selma leaves many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, great, great nieces, and great, great nephews to cherish her memory.

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NEWBERN, Betty Sue Newbern (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 7 June 2018) Betty Sue Newbern, age 75 of Lakeland, GA passed away on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Pruitt Health-Valdosta. She was born on February 27, 1944 in Homerville, GA to the late Frank and Tiny Mae Royals. She worked on the farm and was a member of Browning Chapel. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Newbern, nephew, Mitchel McMillian, and a cousin William Browning. Survivors include a sister, Hazel Hampton of Jasper, FL; brothers and sister-in-law: Dennis Franklin of Lakeland, GA, Tommy (Deborah) Royals; six nieces and nephews that she raised as her own: Marsha Angelo, Michael Royals, Randy Royals, Alyiah Royals, Rebecca Royals, and Tommy Royals; nieces and nephews: Joann Thompson, Ricky Royals, Tommy Royals, Jr, Vicki Isreal, Darlene Bower, Cotton Top, and Angela Royals Carter and numerous extended family members. Funeral services will be Monday, June 11, 2018 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services. As per her wishes she will be cremated after services.

NEWBERN, Charles Abraham Newbern (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 27 January 2021) Charles Abraham Newbern, age 76, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Wednesday January 27, 2021 in the Satilla Hospice House of Waycross, GA. He was born on November 8, 1944 in Homerville, GA to the late Keron (Smith) and Julian Sullivan Newbern. Charles worked as a truck driver for Joseph Land for many years. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers: Theo Newbern, George Newbern, Oscar Newbern, and Reavis Newbern; sister, Lillian Wilson; and an aunt, Catherine Malone. Survivors include his daughters and son-in-law: Deena Newbern of Waycross, GA, Alicia and Hal Foreman of Blackshear, GA; sons and daughters-in-law: Charles Sullivan and Mary Newbern of Valdosta, GA, Timothy Earl and Trish Newbern of Nashville, GA, James Abraham and Dana Newbern of Valdosta, GA, sisters and brothers-in-law: Myrtle Williams of Barney, GA, Ruth Williams of Valdosta, GA, Vonnell and Larry Tomlinson of Lenior City, TN; a number of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Graveside service will be at Pine Forrest Cemetery in Homerville, GA. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Azalea Crematory is serving Mr. Newbern’s family.

NEWBERN, Irvine Newbern (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 3, 1956) Irvine Newbern, 79, prominent citizen of the county, died apparently of a heart attack Monday night at his home in the Hickory Grove community. He had spent most of his life in Madison County and was engaged in farming. Funeral services were held Wednesday in Hopewell Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary Newbern; four sons, Sheldon, John and J. D. of Auburndale; and Colon of Fort Pierce; four daughters, Mrs. Eddie Foil, of Franklinton, LA; Mrs. Reba Williams, of Madison; Mrs. Howard Coody, of Pinetta; and Mrs. Virginia Martin, of Fort Lauderdale; two brothers, W. E. and Hiram Croft, of Largo; and eighteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

NEWBERN, Lloyd George Newbern Jr. (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 16 July 2014) Mr. Lloyd George Newbern, Jr., age 55, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2014, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Newbern was born on April 13, 1959, in Homerville, GA, to Mary Edith Stewart Andrews and the late Lloyd George Newbern, Sr. Survivors include his mother, Mary Andrews of Douglas; 3 sisters, Lynda Newbern and Lisa Strickland Faulkner both of Douglas, GA; and Gloria Hutzler of Jacksonville, FL; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd George Newbern, Sr. Funeral services were Saturday, July 12, 2014, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Hebron Church Cemetery. Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NEWBERN, Mary Newbern (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 14, 1958) Mary Newbern, age 77 years, died Friday March 7th at the local hospital after a brief illness. She was a lifetime resident of Madison County. Survivors include four sons, Sheldon Newbern, Johnnie Newbern and J. D. Newbern, all three of Auburndale; and Colon Newbern, of Ft. Pierce; four daughters, Mrs. Essie Foil, of Franklinton, LA; Mrs. Reba Williams, of Lee; Mrs. Howard Coody, of Pinetta; and Mrs. Virginia Martin, of Miami; one brother, J. M. Lamb, of Wellborn; eighteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home and interment was in Pineland Cemetery.

NEWBERN, Raymond Willard Newbern (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 25 February 2021) Raymond "Ray" Willard Newbern, age 75, of Thomasville, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mr. 21

Newbern was born in Adel, GA on September 12, 1945 to the late Roy Newbern & Inez Roberts Newbern. He married Sondra Newbern in Birmingham, AL, who survives. He was a member of the U.S. Air Force where he worked as an Electrician. He later worked as a Mechanic for Seaboard Railroad for over 15 years and also for Lowe's in Birmingham, AL. He was a former member of the American Legion in Thomasville and was a member of Rose City Church of God. He was an avid fisherman as he never missed a chance to go fishing. He loved his grandkids, his favorite dog Rambo, and he loved to eat good food, especially catfish, home cooked meals, hot dogs and chili dogs. He will be truly missed by all who loved him. In addition to his wife, survivors include; his two children, Stephanie Eldridge (Bryan Hurst) of Thomasville, GA, Ray Newbern (LaQuita) of Abilene, KS, grandchildren, Kelly Hubbard of Melbourne, FL, Chelsea Hemby (Scottie) of Thomasville, GA, Ray Newbern, Jr. of Athens, GA, Nyla Spann, Jr. Spann, and Kharlie Newbern of Abilene, KS, great-grandchildren, Gavin Gassett, Wyatt Hubbard, Kansas Hemby, Landyn Hemby, McKenna Newbern, Elijah Newbern, Hazel Newbern, and Levi Newbern, sister, Sandra Baldree of Tifton, GA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by; a brother, Malcolm Newbern and two grandsons, Devin Taylor and Levi Newbern.

NEWBERN, Mrs. Steve Newbern (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 25, 1950) Mrs. Steve Newbern passed away Thursday August 20 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lucian Lanier, near Live Oak, following a prolonged illness. She suffered a stroke five weeks ago and this, with a heart and kidney complication, was the cause of her passing. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Lucian Lanier; two sons, Gordon and J. I. Newbern, all of Live Oak; one sister, Mrs. I. Newbern, of Pinetta; two brothers, W. D. Lamb, of Hopewell and J. M. Lamb, of Madison, and several grandchildren. Funeral services were held in the Philadelphia Baptist Church. Grant Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. She was a former resident of Madison County, having lived at Greenville.

NEWBERN, Tommy Newbern (Abstracted from the 3 February 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Tommy Newbern, age 59, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Newbern was born on March 14, 1957, in Douglas, GA, to the late Thurman Newbern and Catherine Lott Newbern. Survivors include 2 sisters, Linda Sue Gilliard of Douglas, GA, and Judy (Tillman) Hattaway of Wray, GA; 4 nieces, Melissa Jewell of Douglas, GA, Michelle Gilliard of Douglas, GA, Kimberly (Mark) Dill of Ocilla, GA, and Bridgette Hattaway of Douglas, GA; nephew, Michael Gilliard of Douglas, GA; several great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Johnny Lamar Newbern. Graveside service were Saturday, February 4, 2017, at Holy Family Cemetery. Interment followed at Holy Family Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NEWBERN, Wauldeen Newbern (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 19 July 2019) Wauldeen Newbern, age 75, of Waycross, GA passed away on Friday, July 19, 2019 at Satilla Hospice House in Waycross. She was born on September 6, 1943 in Lakeland, GA to the late Fred Pruitt and Inez (Carter) Pruitt. She worked at Texture Tex in Valdosta for over 20 years and was a clerk at Pogo Foods. She enjoyed playing the lottery, drinking coke and loved animals. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by 3 brothers, Curtis Pruitt, Earl Pruitt and Kenny Pruitt and 2 sisters, Myra Boyd and Christine Cain. Survivors include, 2 daughters and son-in-law, Deena Newbern of Waycross, GA, Alisa and Hal Foreman of Blackshear, GA; 3 sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and Mary Newbern of Valdosta, GA, Timothy and Patricia Newbern of Nashville, GA, James and Dana Newbern of Valdosta, GA; 15 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; 1 brother, John Pruitt of Lakeland, GA; 3 sisters and brother-in-law, Evelyn Bennett of Adel, GA, Martha Jean and Billy Harris of Nashville, GA, Diane Montague of Valdosta, GA; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Fender Cemetery.

NEWBERN, Will A. Newbern (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, August 29, 2012) Will A. (Dub) Newbern, 58, of Valdosta, passed away Wednesday August 22, 2012 after a lengthy illness at the residence of his sister, Elizabeth Weeks, with his loving family by his side. He was born August 14, 1954 in Clinch County, to the late Julian Theo and Vonnie Lee (Sanders) Newbern. Mr. Newbern was of the Church of God faith and a truck driver. He is survived by his sisters, Karen and Jimmy Fussell of Homerville, Elizabeth Newbern Weeks of Valdosta, brother Julian “Buddy” Newbern of Homerville, nephews and nieces Keith and Nancy Newbern of Lakeland, GA, Kevin and Joy Newbern of Lakeland, GA, David and Michelle Delk of Waycross, GA, Stacey Vickers Musgrove of Lakeland, GA, Linsey and Michael Plymel of Moultrie, GA, great- nieces and nephews Michael Delk, Mallory Newbern, Lawton Delk, Noah Newbern, Molly Newbern, RayLee Plymel, Payton Musgrove, Christain Lee, Hannah Barnett, Mickey Barnett, Kadie Newbern, Aiden Newbern, and Haley Miller. Funeral Services 22 were held Saturday, August 25, 2012 in the New Vision Church of God in Homerville. Burial followed in Pine Forest Cemetery in Homerville. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland.

NEWBERRY, Florence Littleton Newberry (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 27 December 2015) Madison: Florence Littleton Newberry, age 87, died Sunday, December 27, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 31, 2015 at Hanson United Methodist Church, Hanson, FL, with burial at Hanson Cemetery. She was born November 21, 1928 in Madison County, Florida to her parents William Cutler and Ruby Littleton. She was a graduate of Florida State College for Women with a degree in Education. As a military wife, she and her family lived in many different places. She returned to Madison in 1979 where she remained until her death. She was a member of Hanson United Methodist Church. She is survived by 2 sons: Roger William (Lisa) Newberry of Lake City, Paul Allen (Karla) Newberry of Elon, NC; 2 daughters: Julie Ann Newberry (Roger Smith) of Longwood, FL and Heidi Florence Newberry of Lake City, Florida; 2 brothers: Henry (Carolyn) Littleton of Bokeelia, FL, and Richard Eugene Littleton (Nadine Foley) of Umatilla, FL; 2 sisters: Marion Anderson of Madison, and Judy Littleton of Gainesville; sister-in-law: Glendyle Littleton of Madison; 9 grandchildren: Amanda (Igor) Baranowski, Justin Newberry, Caleb Newberry, Jordan Newberry (Jessica Deley), Chelsae Newberry (Josh Baxley), all of Jacksonville, FL; Crystal (Arnett) Eubanks of O’Brien, FL; Autumn (Neal) McDaniel of Fleming Island, FL, Lindsey Newberry (Edgar Choguat) of Panajachel, Guatemala, and Levi Bowes of Elon, NC and 5 great-grandchildren: Katia, James, Zeke, Nema and Titus. She was predeceased by her husband Jim Newberry; a son: J. L. Newberry; 1 brother: Billy Littleton and 1 sister: Ina Moore. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

NEWBERRY, James “Jim” Newberry (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Sep 29th, 2011) Jim Newberry passed away at his home in Madison, FL on Monday, September 26, 2011 at the age of 81 after an extended illness. He was born July 24, 1930 in Bealeton, VA, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Harvey G. Newberry. He spent his early years in Warrenton, VA and entered the U.S. Navy at the age of 17. He retired as a Senior Chief Petty Officer in 1974. He moved his family to the family farm in Madison County in 1979 where he lived until his death. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Florence Littleton Newberry, two sons, Roger Newberry and his wife Lisa of Lake City, Florida and Paul Newberry and his wife Karla of Elon, North Carolina, two daughters, Julie Newberry and husband Roger Smith of Longwood, Florida and Heidi Newberry of Madison, Florida, 8 grandchildren: Amanda Baranowski, Justin Newberry, Caleb Newberry, Jordon Newberry, Chelsae Newberry, Crystal Eubanks, Autumn Newberry, and Lindsey Newberry; also two great-grandchildren: Katia Baranowski and Zeke Eubanks. He is preceded in death by his son, James L. Newberry, Jr. Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at the Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, Florida. Funeral Services were held at the Hanson United Methodist Church at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 29, 2011. Donations may be made to the Hanson United Methodist Church Building Fund or to Big Bend Hospice.

NEWBERRY, Mary Francis Hill Newberry (Abstracted from the 27 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Mary Francis Hill Newberry, age 72, will be Saturday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 702 Arnold McKinney Drive. She was born to the loving parents of the late Armour Hill Sr. and Evelina Wilson Hill in Jacksonville, GA, June 3, 1944. She grew up in Hoboken and attended Nahunta Elementary School in Nahunta, and later, Center High School in Waycross. At an early age, she accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior and joined Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Blackshear where she served on the usher board. She later moved to Waycross where she united with Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church and served on the Mary and Martha Ministry, Discipleship Ministry and sang in the Voices of Macedonia. She truly had a zeal for the Lord. It was deeply embedded in her. Even through her illness, her faith grew stronger each and every day. She had various employments including Pierce County Hospital in Blackshear, Standard Containers in Homerville and Blackshear Apparel Manufacturing. In 1986 she was employed with Memorial Hospital (now Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross) where she worked until her retirement in 2009. God called her to her heavenly home on Friday (Oct. 21, 2016). In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, David Hill and Jimmy Lee Hill, a brother-in-law, Eugene Wesley Sr., and a niece, Sylvia Wesley Conway. Those left to cherish her memory include five children, Clinton Newberry Jr., Cynthia (Marcus) Reid, Alisa (Alvin) Nelson, all of Waycross, Sheila (Michael) Nicosia, of Bloomfield, NJ, and Carl Newberry of Korat, Thailand; an adopted daughter, Brenda (Collaus) Taylor of Waycross; two sisters, Elouise Wesley of Blackshear, and Alberta (Clifford) Graham of Augusta; six brothers, Armour (Carnette) Hill Jr. of Atlanta, Billy George Hill of Jacksonville, FL, Aaron Hill of Augusta, Ronnie (Felicia) Hill of Waycross, Paul Hill and Joseph Hill both of Blackshear; nine grandchildren, Joshua Sutton, Benjamin Sutton, Tamara Reid, Marcus Reid all of Waycross, Brittany Sutton of Riverdale, Alaycia Francis and Francis both of Bloomfield, NJ, Amber Nelson of Dallas, TX, and Angel Nelson, of Kennesaw; 10 great- 23 grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Newberry residence, 717 Central Ave. Interment will be in Shiloh Cemetery, Blackshear. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

NEWBORN, Minnie Lee Bass Newborn (Abstracted from information received from her daughter, Sharon Shadrick) Minnie Lee Bass Newborn, age 83 of Madison FL passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday October 22, 2020, surrounded by her family. Minnie Lee was born on January 17,1937 to the late Jessie and Minnie Bass of the Cherry Lake area. Minnie Lee was married to the late Enoch Newborn for 48 wonderful years. She is survived by 2 daughters, Sharon Shadrick (Allen), and Darlene Buchanan (Leroy). 8 grandchildren, Steven Deming (Heather), Jeremy Deming (Tina), Josh Smith (Maria), Cassey Andrews (Matthew), Ryan Shadrick (Jen), Matthew Buchanan (Brittany), Tyler Shadrick (Emily) and Rebekah Buchanan. 10 great grandchildren, Shawn, Layla, Aurora Christopher, Cheyenne, Noah, Gabriel, Eli, Kaden, and Landon; brothers Ellis Bass, Charles Bass, Jerry Bass (Christine), and sister Fannie Mae Purvis; 2 sister in-laws Helen Hart and Frances Gottuso. Minnie Lee is also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband Enoch Newborn; brother Russel Bass and his Wife Lucille, sister Nita Taylor and her husband Donald, sister in-law Gladys Bass; brother in-laws George (Shorty) Purvis, Joe Hart, and Nick Gottuso; and mother in-law Vicy Hart. Minnie Lee was a devoted Wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. She especially loved her role as granny to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Minnie Lee worked many years up to her retirement in 2001, retiring from Madison Primary School where she served as paraprofessional. Mrs. Minnie Lee loved all her kids. She was a loving and devoted member of Faith Baptist Church for many years, faithfully serving in many roles. She especially loved serving in WMU as director, and as Church Hostess, where she ministered in the service of food preparations for many church meetings and many meals for families whom had lost loved ones. She attended Pinetta Jr. high school until tenth grade, and graduated Madison High School, Class of 1955. Funeral services will be held at Beggs Funeral Home-Madison. Internment followed at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison.

NEWCOMB, Larry E. Newcomb (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 24 May 2016) LOVETT, FL: Larry E. Newcomb, age 78, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Madison County Memorial Hospital in Madison, Florida. Graveside funeral services will be held Thursday, April 7, 2016 at the Concord Cemetery in Lovett, FL. He was born in Chase City, VA and had lived in Tallahassee before moving to Lovett in 1993. He retired from the US Navy and the Leon County Sheriff’s Department. He was a charter member of Marzuq Shrine Temple and Jackson Lodge #1 F&A.M. He was a member of Concord Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Reaves Newcomb of Lovett, 2 daughters, Jennifer (Jason) Allen of Monticello and Emmie Newcomb of Madison, 3 grandchildren, Jordan Allen, Taylor Allen, and Mya Mason, and his mother in law, Emma Reaves of Lovett. He was predeceased by a brother, Ed Newcomb and a sister, Suzie Hampton. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, Florida is serving the family.

NEWELL, Bessie Mae Hersey Newell (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 4 February 2010) Mrs. Bessie Mae Hersey Newell, age 88, of Douglas passed away on Monday, January 18, 2010, at Shady Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center, following an extended illness. Mrs. Newell, a native and lifelong resident of Coffee County, was the daughter of the late Monroe Hersey and the late Beadie Hutcheson Hersey. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Green Newell, a daughter, Jo Ann N. Merritt, and five brothers: William R. Hersey, Fisher Hersey, Estalee Hersey, Ernie Hersey and Samuel Hutcheson. Mrs. Newell was a member of the Northside Baptist Church. Survivors include two sons: Cecil Newell of Broxton, GA; Jerry (Sandra) Newell of Douglas, GA; 1 daughter: Jean N. Gieger of Douglas, GA; 3 grandchildren: whom she reared: Michael Roy Merritt and Patsy Lynn Burkett, both of Douglas, GA and Walter Lamar Merritt of Ambrose, GA; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great grandchildren; 3 sisters-in-law: Lavene Purvis Hersey and Montine Meeks Hersey, both of Douglas, GA, and Louise Varnedore Hutcheson of Palatka, FL; special niece: Shirley (Jimmy) Merrill of Apopka, FL; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Wednesday, January 20, 2010, at the Northside Baptist Church. The interment followed in the Harrell Grove Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NEWELL, John Laurence Newell (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 5 November 2015) John “Johnny” Laurence Newell, age 70, passed away November 5, 2015 in Perry, FL. John was born November 9, 1944 in Perry, FL to John L. Newell and Mattie (Roberts) Newell. Johnny honorably served our country in the United States Army Reserve during the Vietnam Era. Mr. Newell attended Pisgah Baptist Church. Mr. Newell retired from Florida Gas after 30 years of employment as an Operator. He was a member of the Perry Elks Lodge and was an avid hunter. Johnny was preceded in death by 24 his parents John L. and Mattie Newell and a brother Fred Newell. Mr. Newell is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mrs. Kathy Newell of Perry; his son Ashley (Jennifer) Newell of Crawfordville; granddaughters Haleigh and Kaitlyn Newell; 1 sister Martha Bramlett of Perry and his sister-in-law Katherine Newell of Jacksonville; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Service will be Monday, November 9, 2015 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pisgah Cemetery.

NEWELL, Royce Lee Newell (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 19 November 2018) Mr. Royce Lee Newell, age 92 of Quitman, GA passed away Sunday, November 18, 2018 at Presbyterian Home Quitman. Mr. Newell was born October 18, 1926 to the late George & Martha Scott Newell. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was stationed in the Philippines. Mr. Newell was a member of the Dixie Baptist Church and a member of the American Legion. He loved to work in his garden, read his Bible and loved his animals. Survivors include his daughters, Linda Moore of Carrollton, GA, and Debra (Billy) Ley of Quitman; grandchildren, Melissa (Jason) Moore, Donna (Scott) McCoy, Dawn (Frankie) Johnson, Annette Adams & her late husband, Butch Adams, Stacey (Michael) Burton, and Jeffery (Kristen) Ley; 18 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Newell was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Barbara Newell; daughter, Sue Ellen Newell; two sisters, Alma Mason, and Honorene Callaway; and two brothers, Austin Newell, and Clarence Newell. Funeral services will be Tuesday at Maxwell-Purvis Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Thomasville.

NEWHAM, Dorothy Louise Newham (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 28 July 2020) Dorothy Louise Newham, age 84, of Valdosta died, Tuesday, July 28, 2020, in the South Georgia Medical Center. She was born August 31, 1935, in Hahira, GA to the late Agnes Boone and Hosea David Lehman. Dorothy was a homemaker; a Christian by faith; a wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was an excellent caregiver and enjoyed cooking and gardening. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph Edmond Newham, Jr.; a son, Randy Newham; a daughter, Fay N. Wisenbaker; 12 brothers and sisters. Survivors include her children: Gene Newham of Valdosta; Jaime Jones and husband David of Valdosta; grandchildren: Nicki Stone and husband Derrell of Valdosta, Randy Wisenbaker and wife Brandi of Valdosta, Ryan Newham and wife Jennifer of Live Oak, FL, Derek Newham and wife Jenna of Echols County, Amanda English and husband Barry of Hampton, GA, Tyler La Plante of Valdosta, Baden Jones of Valdosta; great-grandchildren: Kennedy & Wyatt Newham, Emily, Brandon, Kelsey and JD Stone, Abigail and Reed Wisenbaker, Bennett English; a sister, Rose L. Zeigler of Griffin, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside Rites will be in the Friendship Cemetery. The Newham family is being served by the Caring and Compassionate Professional Staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

NEWLAN, Mary Estelle Johnston Newlan (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 23 April 2018) Mary Estelle (Johnston) Newlan passed away Monday, April 23, 2018, just one week shy of her 102nd birthday. She was a resident of Pacifica Sr. Living Woodmont in Tallahassee. The graveside service will be Saturday, April 28, 2018, at Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity. Burns Funeral Home of Perry, FL is handling arrangements. Mary Estelle Newlan was born on April 30, 1916 in Defuniak Springs, FL to John W. Johnston of Lumpkin, GA and Mary Vida (Parish) Johnston of Defuniak Springs. Her family moved to Perry in 1926. She graduated high school in Perry and then attended the Florida State College for Women receiving her diploma in Primary Education in May 1936. She returned to Perry where she taught in the elementary school for eight years. She met her future husband, James Richard Newlan of Boynton Beach, FL while attending a class at the University of Florida. Following their marriage in July 1940, she moved to Boynton Beach where Newlan’s Pharmacy was located, having been established there in 1916 by Thomas Arthur Newlan. Mary Estelle has been a resident of Tallahassee since 1974. She was a member of the Thomasville Road Baptist Church and the Fort San Luis Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. She was preceded in passing by James Richard Newlan, and by her sister Vivien and brother John. She is survived by her daughter Mary Linda (Gary) Price of Tallahassee; grandchildren Daren C. (Lauren) Price of Merritt Island and Mary Katherine (Tommy) Boss of St. Augustine; and five great-grandchildren: Luke Winnin and Travis Burton Price; Mary Addison, Thomas Michael, III, and Rhett Ryan Boss.

NEWLAND, Eleanor Milner Newland (Abstracted from the 16 September 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Eleanor Milner Newland, age 75, passed away at home in Macon, GA, on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Eleanor was born June 28, 1941, in Atlanta, GA, to Benjamin Charles and Eleanor (Nora) O’Beirne Milner. She graduated from North Fulton High 25

School in 1959 and Oglethorpe University in 1963. On August 25, 1963, she married Dr. Hillery Reid Newland. Eleanor is survived by her husband Dr. Newland; their three children, Benjamin Newland, Sarah Jorgensen and Emily Reichman; and ten grandchildren. A memorial service was Saturday, September 17, 2016, at First Baptist Church, 511 High Place, Macon, GA 31201. Burial followed at Riverside Cemetery in Macon. Memorial gifts may be made to the Georgia SPCA. Hart’s Mortuary and Crematory, Cherry Street has charge of arrangements.

NEWMAN, Amy Ruth Newman (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Sep 2nd, 2011) Amy Ruth Newman, age 21, died Wednesday, in Madison. The family will receive friends Wednesday, September 7 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at a later date. She is survived by her mother, Brenda Newman; father, Richard Newman; two brothers, Larry and Adam Sparkman; two nephews, Rylan and Aiden Sparkman and one uncle, Robert Mullican.

NEWMAN, David William Newman Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 18, 2012) David William Newman Sr., 62, died suddenly Monday evening (July 16, 2012). He was a native of West Virginia who resided in Waycross most of his life. He was a retired mechanic for Douglas Asphalt Company. He was also an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a son to the late Charles Newman and Lillian Sneed Newman. He was preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Boggess, and two brothers, Ralph Newman and Raymond Newman. The survivors include his wife, Linda Hatfield Newman, of Hoboken; a son, David William Newman Jr., of Hoboken; a grandson, Hayden Gauge Newman, of Ocala, FL; two sisters, Doris Taylor (husband Mike), of Ft. Pierce, FL, and Lois Barker (husband Jack), of Woodstock; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Hoboken City Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home Thursday evening from 6 until 8 o’clock. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

NEWMAN, Doris Juanita Norris Newman (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 21 December 2016) Doris Juanita (Norris) Newman, age 84, passed away on December 21, 2016 in Madison, FL. Doris was born February 15, 1932 in Madison County, Florida to Archie Norris and Addie McGill Norris. Mrs. Newman was a charter member of St. Johns Baptist Church, Greenville, FL, where she was also the pianist for many years. She graduated from Greenville High School, Greenville, FL, and was a member of the basketball team. Doris was a farmer’s wife, homemaker and retired as a school bus driver for Madison County School Board. She also worked at the Soil and Water Conservation office from December 2001 until June 2012. She enjoyed fishing, college football, spending time with the grand and great grandchildren and sharing memories with her many friends. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Archie Norris and Addie McGill Norris, her husband Norman Newman, a sister, Bertha Day and brothers, Gerald and Herbert L Norris. Mrs. Newman is survived by her children Phyllis (Lt. Col. Ret) Ford (Terry, Susan (Mike) Williams, and Kimberly (John Col. Ret) Montgomery; her grandchildren: Michael (Lindsey) Lawson of Madison, FL; Jennifer (Ed) Musser of Valdosta, GA; Lauren (Josh) Churchwell of Lee, FL; Bruce (Jenny) Williams of Land O’Lakes, FL; Katie Nicole Mixon-Montgomery of Charleston, SC; Cpl. Patrick Montgomery of Washington, DC; her great grandchildren, Dilan and Thad Lawson; Jacob, Jackson, and Jonathan Churchwell; Easton Williams; and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Graveside Services will be Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at Pine Level Cemetery in Suwannee County, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Madison. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

NEWMAN, Gladys Hale Newman (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Apr 17th, 2012) Gladys Hale Newman, age 84, died Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Madison County Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 18, at Beggs Funeral Home with burial at Midway Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 10-11 a.m. at Beggs Funeral Home. A dedicated mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, Gladys Hale Newman was born December 27, 1927 in Madison where she grew up and graduated from Madison County High School. She retired from a cigar factory in 1985 after 39 years in Clearwater and relocated back to Lee in 1989 where she became a member of the Lee First Baptist Church. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Madison County Genealogical Society. She is survived by two sons: Claude Newman and wife Beverly of Slocomb, Ala., and Earl Newman and wife Peggy of Madison; daughter-in-law, Hiroko Cherry; 11 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; two sisters: Julia Cruce of Madison and Myrtice Albritton of Jacksonville; She was preceded in death by her husband, William Melton “Doc” Newman; two sons: Keith Newman, and Jimmy Newman, brother: L. V. Hale and sister-in-law Annie Hale. Please join us for a celebration of her life 26 and her reunion with her Lord. In lieu of flowers, we encourage contributions be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308-5428. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel is in charge of arrangements 850-973-2258

NEWMAN, Jacquelyn Renee Newman (Abstracted from the 10 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jacquelyn “Jackie” Renee’ Newman, age 65, died peacefully Sunday (Jan. 8, 2017) at her residence in Blackshear. She was born Jan. 21, 1951 in Miami, FL. On Sept. 1, 1982, she married the love of her life, Robert Darrell Newman Jr. They were happily married for 34 years. Together they raised 8 beautiful children. Preceding her in death was a son, James Andrew Smith, a daughter-in-law, Chrissy Lynn Smith, and sister, Sandy Riddle. In addition to her husband, she is survived by seven children, Dawn (Jason) Kimbrell, Heath (Karen) Smith, Tawnya (Clark) Osborn, Kelly (Nicki) Newman, Kimberly Newman, Shawntay Newman, Tiffany (Dustin) Hewatt, 18 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren who loved their grandmother “Yaya, Bat” dearly. A memorial service will take place Wednesday at Bridge Community Church in Blackshear. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

NEWMAN, Jimmie Carol Newman (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 4, 1967) Jimmie Carol Newman, age 32, was killed in an auto accident Wednesday in the west city limits of Lee. He was driving on US 90 apparently at a high rate of speed and was unable to make the curve. The car, a 1964 Ford, ran off the road of the right side for several hundred feet and turned over four times. He was thrown some fifty yards from the vehicle and killed instantly. The vehicle was a total loss. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Hiroko Newman and two daughters, Lina and Linda, and his father. He was employed at Madison Marble Works.

NEWMAN, Keith Wendell Newman (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Feb 9th, 2011) Keith Wendell Newman, age 61, died Sunday, February 6, 2011, in Madison. Funeral services will be at noon on Friday, February 11, 2011, at Beggs Funeral Home, with visitation one hour prior to the service from 11 a.m. until noon at the funeral home. He was born on November 5, 1949 in Madison, Florida. He retired from the US Army where he served two terms in Viet Nam. He is survived by his mother, Gladys Newman of Madison; two daughters, Rachel Michelle and Angelique Newman; two brothers, Claude Newman of Ozark, Ala. and Earl Newman of Lee; a sister-in-law, Hiroko Cherry of Madison; two grandchildren, Elizabeth Ryan and Roman Alexander Montelongo; and a very close friend, Frances Butler. Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

NEWMAN, Laura Frances Simpson Newman (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA September 20, 2014) Laura Frances Simpson Newman, age 82, of Valdosta passed away Saturday, September 20, 2014 in Fellowship Nursing home. She was born May 28, 1929 in Mineola, GA to the late Walter & Marian Folsom Newman. Ms. Newman worked as a volunteer for Hospice of South Georgia for numerous years before her health declined. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Henry Jordan Newman, sisters, Dorothy Holton, Corine Stone, and a brother Charlene Simpson. Survivors include 1 son & daughter-in-law Jerry (Kim) Newman of Valdosta, GA; 1 daughter & son-in-law Casey (Tom) Studstill of Valdosta, GA; 5 grandchildren: Raymond (Alivia) Newman, Trey (Lori) Studstill, Travis (Angie) Studstill, Jessie Newman and Hank Newman; 5 great grandchildren: Ashley Abner, Kaitlyn Newman, Trevor Studstill, Jenna Studstill, Steel Lane; 1 sister Marie Webb Phelps of Hahira, GA; 1 brother & sister-in-law Norman (Dorothy) Simpson of Valdosta, GA; 1 sister-in-law Irene Simpson of Nebraska; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Monday, September 22, 2014 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens. The family requests that in lieu of flowers please make donations to the fellowship Home Annual Alzheimer's Fundraiser. Make checks payable to the Alzheimer's Association and send to 470 Fellowship Home Lane Valdosta, GA 31602 Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the family.

NEWMAN, Marjorie Lee Newman (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 10, 2009) RUPERT, Idaho, Marjorie Lee Glenn Newman, 85, formerly of Waycross, passed away Tuesday (Dec. 23, 2008) at Minidoka Memorial Hospital after suffering a major stroke. She was born Jan. 13, 1923 in Chicago, Ill. to John Richard and Grace Baltzell Glenn, but spent most of her early years in Waycross, where she graduated with the great class of 1940. She then attended the University of Georgia, where she was affiliated with the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. In November 1942, she met Lt. Grover R. Newman, who was stationed at Waycross Army Airfield during World War II, and they were married Dec. 16, 1942, before his 27 deployment to Europe. After his discharge from the Army, they settled in Rupert, Idaho, where she quickly became known for her many musical talents. She was an accomplished pianist, alto vocalist, piano teacher and superb accompanist. She played piano at Rupert Methodist Church for 30 years, teaming with Lois Lehrman and Doris Bruns for many beautiful piano-organ duets. She was a 50-plus-year member of the PEO Sister Chapter BS, having served in many capacities including state president and as a member of the PEO International Nominating Committee. She also served on the Rupert Library board, the Minidoka Memorial Hospital Foundation board and was a member and pianist for the Rupert Kiwanis Club. At the time of her death, she was president of Neman Investment Co., a commercial and residential real estate business she co-owned with her husband. She was preceded in death by her husband, Grover; her brothers, John and Robert; and her parents. She is survived by her four children, Georgia Lee (Kent) Stephens, Grover Robert (Diane) Newman, John William Newman and Marjorie Grace (Jake) Jones; nine grandchildren, Bryan, Kathryn and Lauren Stephens, Robbie and Margie Newman, Alissa (Nate) Smith and Anthony, Andrea and Peter Jones; three nieces; five nephews. A funeral was held Jan. 3 at Rupert United Methodist Church, Rupert, Idaho. The family expressed their sincere thanks and appreciation to the very capable employees at Davita Dialysis Center in Burley, and the caring staff and owners of Autumn Haven, Rupert, Idaho, who made her last year an extraordinary gift to all. For those who wish, memorials may be made to Rupert United Methodist Church or to Wilson Theater Renovation project. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Hansen Mortuary Rupert Chapel, Rupert, Idaho.

NEWMAN, Nathan H. Newman (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 10 January 2019) Nathan H. Newman, age 81, a longtime resident of Greenville, FL passed away on January 9, 2019 at his son’s home in Live Oak, FL, surrounded by his family. Nathan was born March 12, 1937 in Dowling Park, FL to Lawrence Cross Newman and Katie Richardson Newman. Mr. Newman was of the Baptist faith and attended New Macedonia Baptist Church in Greenville. Nathan spent his early years in a variety of trades including insurance agent for Independent Life and the State Road Dept. In 1977, he and his sister’s family opened a business supplying kindling fat wood for Orvis Corp for over 20 years. He retired from the County of Madison in 2015 after 15 years of service. Family was a very important part of his life, and they would gather each month at his home for a feast he had prepared. In his spare time he enjoyed golfing, fishing, and playing poker with his family. Nathan was preceded in death by his wife Virginia Newman, his parents Lawrence and Katie Newman, his brothers Junior and Norman, and his sisters Ruby Arnold, Ruth Clark, and Georgia Braswell. Mr. Newman is survived by his children, Randy Newman (Deidra), David Newman (Kathy), and Vicki Bice (Ernie); his brother Ronald Newman (JoAnn), and sister-in-law Betty Newman; 10 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Sunday, January 13, 2019, at Burns Funeral Home of Madison. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville.

NEWMAN, R. B. (Billy) Newman (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 29, 1949) R. B. (Billy) Newman died last Friday evening at his home in Winquepin following a long illness with cancer. He is survived by his wife: his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Newman; four brothers; Murry of Adel; Joe of mayo; Johnny of Clearwater, and Taft, of Madison; and two sisters, Mrs. Rosa Jones, and Mrs. Bessie Clark of Dowling Park. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon with interment following in Winquepin Cemetery.

NEWMAN, Richard Newman (Abstracted from John Bullard 1 October 2020) Richard Newman died in his home in Pinetta on Oct. 30, 2019. A memorial service was held in Mississippi in November. He is known for his softball playing and golfing. He was a former employee of Winn-Dixie, Asplundh and North Florida College. He was preceded in death by one sister; one brother; and his daughter, Amy Ruth Newman. He is survived by two sisters and three brothers in Mississippi, Alabama and Kentucky; and two step-sons: Larry and Adam Sparkman, of Madison. A short, casual service will be Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020 at Mt. Horeb Community Cemetery in Pinetta, where his ashes will be buried next to his daughter.

NEWMAN, Virginia Newman (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 25, 2009) DUBLIN, Virginia Jones Thackston Newman, 88, died Monday (Feb. 23, 2009) at Dublinaire Nursing Home, Dublin. Born in Savannah, she was the daughter of the lateWilliam Percy Jones and Julia Virginia Coffin Jones. She lived in Savannah until 1997 when she moved to Dublin. For many years, she was a physicians assistant for Drs. David Fillingim and Dan Willoughby. She was a former member of Southside Baptist Church and Pineland Baptist Church. She was involved in the Savannah Little Theater for many years. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harvey Clinton Thackston Jr., and her second husband, Willis G. 28

Newman, a son, William Harvey Thackston, and a sister, Ashley J. Kitchens. Surviving are a two sons and daughters-in-law, E. Munro and Denise D. Thackston, of Columbia, S.C.; and James C. and Cristobel E. Thackston, of Argyle, Scotland; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jane T. and Judson H. Hamilton Jr., of Dublin, and Virginia T. and Stephen E. Dorsey, of McDonough; a daughter-in-law, Beverly Thackston, of Clover, S.C.; grandchildren, David, Clinton, Crystal, Charles, Brandy, Randy, Teresa, Hope, Reneí, Trip, Elizabeth, Charles, Buck, Joe, Julia and Jonathan; 17 great-grandchildren, one great-greatgrandchild, a sister-in- law, Virginia T. Dale, of Dublin; one niece and one nephew. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Hodgson Chapel of Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors with Chaplain Dr. Jack E. Brown officiating. Burial will be in Bonaventure Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to Advocates for Alzheimer's Care Lighthouse, 611 Bellevue Ave., Dublin, Ga. 31021. The guest book may be signed at www.foxandweeks.com Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel, are in charge of arrangements.

NEWMAN, Virginia Christine Newman (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 11 December 2020) Virginia Christine Newman, age 94, of Valdosta passed away Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on Sept. 8, 1926 to the late Wade Eugene Scott and Essie Mae Davis Scott. Mrs. Newman was a homemaker and a member of Bemiss United Methodist Church. She loved singing and sang in the church choir. Her love for music inspired her to attend LaGrange College, LaGrange, GA and Andrew College in Cuthbert, GA where she received an associate’s degree in music. She also enjoyed cooking, knitting and loved her grandchildren. Mrs. Newman is survived by her son, John Edward Newman, Jr. of Hahira, daughter and son in law, Beverly Newman Noonan and John Noonan of Marietta, grandchildren, Angela Davis, John Wayne Newman, Richard Wade Newman, Robert Damon, Jr., Cindy Thompson and Glen Horn, great grandchildren, Brandon Davis, Cody Davis, Cameron Davis, Annalyn Newman, Richard Wade Newman, Jr., Alexa Damon, India Thompson and Garret Thompson, great great grandchildren, Kyleigh McKnight and Tyler McKnight. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, John Edward Newman, Sr., sisters, Nell Brumbaugh and Betty Moore, brothers, Tom Scott and Eugene Scott. Funeral services will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow at McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens.

NEWMAN, William Newman (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) William “Marvin” Newman, 65, died August 25, 2011 at home in Salem. His 16 year battle with cancer that was a direct result of Agent Orange in Viet Nam is now over. He was the son of the late Elzie and Verdie Mae Newman of Salem. Marvin spent his entire adult life in the Salem area. He loved the outdoors and was an avid gardener, hunter, woodworker, and fisherman. He is survived by his sons Bill Newman and wife Cinament of Salem, FL, Michael Newman and wife Lee of Salem, FL, and grandchildren, Will Newman, Liz Newman, Zeek Newman, Josh Newman and Wyatt Newman. He is also survived by sisters; Bobbie Jean Gibbs, of Scottsville, KY, Wanda Jones, of Trenton, FL, Fay Ciesynski, of Salem, FL, and Sherrie Renfroe, of Leesburg, AL, brothers; Monroe Newman, of Chiefland, FL, Pete Newman of Bennetsville, SC and W.O. Newman of Salem, FL. Services will be held at Salem Baptist Church on Saturday, August 27, 2011. Interment will follow at Salem Cemetery.

NEWMAN, William A. Newman (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, September 19, 2013) Funeral services for William A. Newman, 66, of Thomasville will be on Sunday, September 29, 2013 at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Thomasville. Mr. Newman was born on April 3, 1947 in St. Augustine, FL. He was a graduate of Riverside Military Academy and went on to study Electrical Engineering for 2 years at Georgia Tech. Mr. Newman joined the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War before being Honorably Discharged. He would work as a transport driver for Amerigas for 28 years. Mr. Newman would later wed Mrs. Carolyn (Nita) Newman on November 9, 1997. He was a lifelong resident of Thomasville and he died at his home on Thursday, September 19, 2013. Survivors to cherish his memory include his wife Carolyn (Nita) Newman of Thomasville; daughters Jean Carolyn Blanche (Scott), Lori Ann Newman-Stilmack (Bruce), Angelic Watkins (Johnny), Charity Mcglamry; grandchildren Justin, Jayde, Shaina, Abbigail (Kevin), James Daniel, Dylan, Zackary, Miranda (Brandon), Jessi-Lyn (Alex), Michaela, Skyler, Christi (Jeremy); great-grandchildren Grace, Jordan, Lawson, Jonathan, Avery; sister Honorable Jeanne Dawes Manley (retired); father-in-law Charles (Helen) Coe; brother-in-law Carlos (Trish) Coe; sister-in-law Charlotte (Chris) Oliphant; best friend Sandra Day; numerous nephews, and nieces. He was preceded in death by his mother Jean Dawes Manley, a sister Gladys Zapico, and his mother-in-law Marian Coe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Thomas or Hospice.

NEWMANS, Ernest Lee Newmans (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 17 April 2020)

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Ernest Lee Newmans, age 77, of Roberta and formerly of Naylor and Valdosta died Wednesday, April 8, 2020 in Macon, GA. He was born in Naylor on September 8, 1942 to the late William and Mabel Boyd Newmans. He was a retired self-employed truck driver. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Jo Ann Newmans of Roberta; his daughter, Cheryl Ann Newmans; his grandchildren, Angela Gomez, Breanna Newmans, Byron Newmans, Tiffany Newmans, Karissa Newmans and several great grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Newmans and Betty Newmans. He was preceded in death by two children, Melanie Leeann Newmans, and Shannon Wade Newmans. A graveside service will be held on Monday at Good Hope Cemetery. Arrangements by Carson McLane Funeral Home.

NEWMANS, Rachel Jacobs Newmans (Abstracted from the April 3, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOBOKEN — Rachel “Geneva” Jacobs Newmans, age 88, of Hoboken, passed away Tuesday (April 1, 2014) at Bayview Nursing Home in Nahunta, following an extended illness. Born in Brantley County, she was the daughter of Willie Jacobs and Ethel Sapp Jacobs. She was also preceded in death by her husband, E.L. “Red” Newmans, one daughter, Joyce Newmans, one son, Stanley Newmans, one grandson, Stanley Newmans Jr., two sisters, Onamae Batten and Dicie Hamilton, three brothers, Sylvester “Vest” Jacobs, Winton Jacobs and Authur “Opp” Jacobs. She loved fishing, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. She worked many years as a seamstress for Transco Caps. Survivors include 3 sons and daughters-in-law, Roger (Anna) Newman, of Port St. Lucie, FL, Richard (Donna) Newman, of Jenson Beach, FL, and Freddie (Geraldine) Newman, of Waynesville; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Ann (Lester) Crews, of Hoboken, and Gail (Jerry) Crews, of Racepond; 1 special granddaughter, Amanda Harris, of Raybon; 24 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Ralph (Dianna) Jacobs, of Hoboken; 1 sister, Gladys Crews, of Nahunta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Friday at Hoboken Church of God. Burial will follow in the Hoboken City Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

NEWPORT, Gregory Allan Newport (Abstracted from the March 20, 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) RICHMOND, Ky. — Dr. Gregory Allan Newport, age 37, of Richmond, KY, passed away March 6, 2015, at Baptist Health Hospital in Richmond. He was born Aug. 4, 1977, the son of James Christopher and Kathy Ann Burns Newport. He was a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University and the University Of Charleston School Of Pharmacology. Survivors include his parents, James Christopher and Kathy Ann Burns Newport; 1 sister, Heather Hinkle; his grandparents, J. C. and Pearl Newport, and Delora Wagner; his fiancee, Terri Chasteen; and her children, Lauren, David and Elijah; 3 nephews, Blake Stephenson, Trevor Stephenson and Chandler Hinkle; 1 niece, Kylie Hinkle; an uncle, Jim (Wanda) Lee, of Waycross; numerous other aunts, uncles, and cousins. A graveside service will be held Saturday at Greenlawn Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the local arrangements.

NEWSOME, Albertha Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 11, 1960) Albertha Newsome, age 80, died November 8th at her residence in Coolidge, GA where she had resided for 20 years. She was born in Madison March 10, 1880. Services were held Thursday in Coolidge. Interment was in Macedonia Cemetery in Madison County. Survivors include nieces and one nephew, Orvin McCullough, of Madison, Four of the nieces are Mrs. J. L. Bullard, of Madison; Mrs. R. S. Alford, of Tallahassee; Mrs. C. H. Pickles, of Palatka; and Mrs. E. E. Sloan, of Coolidge.

NEWSOME, Mrs. Bell Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 18, 1959) Mrs. Bell Newsome, 80, died Saturday at the local hospital after an extended illness. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and the widow of the late Vard Newsome. Services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Macedonia Cemetery. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. J. L. Bullard, of Madison; Mrs. C. H. Pickels, of Palatka; Mrs. E. E. Sloan, of Cooledge, GA; and Mrs. R. C. Alford, of Tallahassee; one sister, Mrs. Berta Newsome, of Moultrie, GA; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

NEWSOME, Donnie T. Newsome (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, February 26, 2013) Mr. Donnie T. Newsome age 73 of Pearson, GA. passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013 at the home of his daughter following an extended illness. A native of Lee County, FL, Mr. Newsome was born January 29, l940 son of Russell J. and Ruth Toole Newsome. He had made his home in Douglas for many years before moving to Pearson 7 years ago. He was a retired truck driver from the Savannah Ports Authority. He was a longtime member of the Elks and Moose Lodge. He was preceded in death by his 30 wife, Earlene Dafler Newsome and a daughter, Sandy Jo Courson. Survivors include a daughter, Margie (Joey) O’Brien of Pearson, GA; a son Donald (Annette) Wright of Perry, FL; a brother Eugene (Lorene) Newsome of Madison, FL; a sister: Dot Daniels of Madison, FL; 9 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. Memorial services for Mr. Newsome were Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, Ga. was in charge of the arrangements.

NEWSOME, Eugene Russell Newsome (Abstracted from information received from June Spear) Madison: Eugene Russell Newsome, age 96, died Monday, June 9, 2014 at Southern Living for Seniors. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 12, 2014 at Unity Baptist Church with burial at Hanson Cemetery. He was born in Madison where he lived all his life. He was a farmer and loved to fish and was an avid Seminole fan and served in the US Army. He was a member of Unity Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife: Lorene Rowe Newsome of Madison; 1 son: Rusty (Sarah) Newsome of Madison; 1 daughter: Peggy N. Harris of Madison; 3 grandchildren: Meghan (Bo) Agner of Madison, Blake Harris of Los Angeles, CA and Josh (Stacey) Newsome of Madison; and 2 great grandchildren: Gracelynn and Kailyn Newsome. He was preceded in death by his parents: J. Russell and Ruth Newsome and son-in-law Sammy Harris; 3 sisters: Helen Spooner, Dorothy Daniel, and Eloise Richardson; 2 brothers: Homer Newsome and Donny Newsome. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

NEWSOME, Homer Glenn Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 27, 1946) Homer Glenn Newsome, 27-year old credit manager of Sears, Roebuck & Company of Tallahassee, was killed and two others were injured in an automobile accident near the corner of Gadsden and McDaniel Streets in Tallahassee early Friday. Mr. Newsome was thrown clear of the wreckage. Homer Glenn Newsome was born July 12, 1921, in Polk County, FL. He entered the Army Air Corps April 8, 1942, and after his discharge December 1, 1945, was employed by Sears, Roebuck & Company at Jacksonville, then transferred to Tallahassee as credit managers of the store there. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Newsome, of Madison, three sisters: Mrs. Steve O. Spooner, of Warwick, GA; Mrs. W. O. Daniel, and Mrs. Gordon E. French, of Madison; and two brothers; Eugene Newsome, of Jacksonville and Donnie Newsome, of Madison; also two nieces, Deitra Spooner and Paris Ann French; one nephew, Dannie Daniel and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the Macedonia Baptist Church.

NEWSOME, Jack Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 14, 1959) Jack Newsome, 75, of Lee, died in the local hospital Wednesday. Funeral services will be held Friday (today) in the Lee Methodist Church with interment in Macedonia Cemetery. Mr. Newsome is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Mary Alice Sullivan, of Lee; three sisters, Mrs. Annie Belle McCullough and Miss Bessie Newsome, both of Madison; and Mrs. Mary Coddy, of Lake Park, GA; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

NEWSOME, James Ronald Newsome (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 29 January 2021) James Ronald “Ronnie” Newsome, age 66, of Lakeland, GA passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Feb. 11, 1954 in Lakeland, GA to the late Julias Clarence Newsome and Nellie Mae (Spells) Newsome. Mr. Ronnie was a veteran where he served in the United States Army. He worked for many years in the log woods where he was a supervisor before he retired. He loved traveling to the mountains and fishing. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Amanda Lee Newsome and brother-in-law, Wayne Ganas. Survivors include his wife, Penny Newsome of Lakeland, GA; sons, Billy Ray and Mandy Harris of Lakeland, GA, Eric and Jessica Newsome of Lakeland, GA, Jamie Newsome of Lakeland, GA; grandchildren: Trey Harris, Danielle Coleman, Caroline Baldwin, Hillary Bailey, Jonathan Bailey, Kylie Harris, Kelsie Harris, Cassidy Newsome, Reagan Newsome, Eden Newsome, Lindsey Newsome, Trinity Newsome, Kenlie Newsome, Aubrey Newsome, Dakota Newsome, Braden Newsome; great grandchildren: Remington Coleman, Jaylen Harris, Jenson Harris; brothers, Bobby Fender of Chicago, IL, Julius Newsome and wife Brenda of Lakeland, GA; sisters, Patricia Ganas of Lakeland, GA, Debbie Morrison and husband Donnie of Moss Bluff, FL. A memorial service will be in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services.

NEWSOME, Mrs. Joe Hunter Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 10, 1952) Mrs. Joe Hunter Newsome, age 46, died at Morell Hospital, Lakeland, FL Monday September 29, after a long illness. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, Joe H. Newsome, mother and one sister, of Lakeland and three children, as follows: Clenon L. 31

Newsome, of Lakeland; Mrs. Nadine Yuska, of Cleveland, OH; and Mrs. Bernice Ratley, of Dunedin. The funeral was held Tuesday in the Chapel of Dukes Steen Funeral Home. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery.

NEWSOME, Katie King Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 25, 1944) The relatives and friends of Katie King Newsome were grieved to learn of her death, which occurred August 10. She was taken sick and rushed to the hospital while on her way to work at the Archbold hospital. The cause of her death was from a second stroke which she had shortly after her arrival at the hospital. The deceased was born in Jefferson County near Ashville, July 19th, 1895. She lived most of her life in Madison County near Lovett, FL until about 15 years ago when she moved to Thomasville, GA where she lived the remainder of her life. Funeral services were held at Harmony Baptist Church August 12, 1944. She is survived by three children, Mrs. Nancy M. Croft, of Savannah, GA; Pvt. James Edward Newsome, of Parris Island and Curtis Newsome, of Thomasville, GA, her mother, Mrs. Henry King, two sisters: Mrs. Jim Casen, of Lee, FL; Mrs. J. A. Lane, of Greenville, FL; and two brothers: Mr. Mae (THAT IS WHAT THE OBITUARY SAYS) King, of Thomasville, GA, Mr. J. H. King, of Lee, FL, besides a host of relatives and friends. Whiddon’s Funeral Home was in charge of the burial.

NEWSOME, Lorene R. Newsome (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 7 August 2015) Lorene R. Newsome, age 90, of Madison, FL, passed away August 7, 2015, at Southern Living for Seniors in Madison. Lorene was born February 17, 1925 in Sirmans, FL, to Archie Milton Rowe and Bertie Elizabeth (Blanton) Rowe. Mrs. Newsome was a member of Unity Baptist Church in Madison. Lorene worked for T. J. Beggs clothing store for over 20 years as a sales clerk. Mrs. Newsome enjoyed reading, and cooking. She liked cross stitching and sewing. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, she never met a stranger, and enjoyed time spent with all of her family. Mrs. Newsome was preceded in death by her parents Rev. Archie Milton and Bertie Elizabeth Rowe, her husband Eugene R. Newsome, son-in-law Sammy Harris, her brother Judson T. Rowe and his wife Sarah S. Rowe, and brother-in-law Phillip Smith. Mrs. Newsome is survived by her son Rusty M. (Sarah Pat) Newsome of Madison, FL; her daughter Peggy Harris of Madison; her grandchildren Josh (Stacey) Newsome of Madison, Blake Harris of Los Angeles, CA, Meghan (Bo) Agner of Madison; great grandchildren Gracelynn and Kailyn Newsome, and Samuel Harris Agner; her sister Elizabeth Smith of Madison; an in-law Katie Harris; a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Madison Monday, August 10, 2015. Interment will follow in Hanson United Methodist Cemetery in Madison. Memorial contributions can be made to Big Bend Hospice or to the Hanson United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Madison Chapel.

NEWSOME, Nellie Mae Newsome (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Nellie Mae Newsome, age 88, of Lakeland, GA passed away Friday, April 25, 2014 at her residence after a brief illness. She was born May 25, 1925 to the late Harrison Matthew and Ruth (Griner) Spells in Lanier County, GA. She was a homemaker, gardener, avid fisherman and was a wonderful story teller. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Lakeland since she was 14 years old. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands, J. C. Newsome and Johnny Bryant Fender, a daughter, Amanda Newsome, and 3 brothers, Charlie Spells, Jody "Red" Spells, and Leland "Buddy" Spells. Survivors include 2 daughters & sons-in-law, Patricia (Wayne) Ganas, of Naylor, GA, Debbie (Donald) Morrison, of Ocklawaha, FL; 3 sons & daughter- in-laws, Bobby (Mary) Fender, of Naperville, IL, Buddy (Brenda) Newsome, of Lakeland, GA, Ronnie (Penny) Newsome, of Lakeland, GA; 14 grandchildren: Tracy (Danny) Jaramillo, Kelli (Carl) Jaramillo, Mandy (Brad) Delk, Bree (Andy) Harris, Shaun Bradham, Lindsey (Mike) Muncy, Matthew Fender, Emily Fender, Allison Fender, Chris (Kelly) Newsome, Brandy (Kevin) Benefield, Jamie (Tiffaney Delk) Newsome, Eric (Jessica) Newsome and, Billy Rae (Lisa) Harris:31 great-grandchildren; sister & brother-in-law, Louise (Bill) Anderson, of Lakeland, GA and a number of nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be held Monday, April 28, 2014 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the family.

NEWSOME, Oley Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 26, 1960) Oley Newsome, age 57, of the Blue Springs community of Madison County, died Monday at his home. Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Buddy Jackson, of Madison; and Mrs. J. R. Southall, of Jasper; and three brothers, Russell Newsome and Rufus Newsome, both of Madison; and Henry Newsome, of Gainesville; and other relatives. Services were held Wednesday in the Blue Springs Primitive Baptist Church and interment was the Blue Springs Cemetery. Elmer’s Notes: The obituary stated that he was buried in the Blue Springs Cemetery. He is actually buried with several other family members in the cemetery at the Blue Springs Primitive Baptist Church. 32

NEWSOME, Riley DeVard Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 10, 1955) Riley DeVard Newsome, age 81, died Friday night at Madison County Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Belle Newsome, of Madison, four daughters, Mrs. J. L. Bullard, of Madison; Mrs. R. S. Alford, of Tallahassee; Mrs. E. E. Slaon, of Moultrie, GA; and Mrs. C. H. Pickels, of Palatka, and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Macedonia Cemetery.

NEWSOME, Ruben L. Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 30, 1942) Ruben L. Newsome died at the Madison hospital Sunday morning, January 4, 1942 following a stroke of paralysis lasting only three days. Ruben L. Newsome was born June 5, 1877, being 64 years of age last June. While a young man he was first married to Miss Lena Martin, who preceded him in death in April 1930. To this union were born seven children, three having died while young. In November, 1930, Mr. Newsome was married to Mrs. Martha Alice Hicks, who survives him with his three sons, Joe Hunter and Walter Newsome of Lakeland, FL and Carl Newsome of Tampa, FL; one daughter, Mrs. John R. Sevor, of Lee; one step-daughter, Mrs. E. L. Flowers of Starke, FL; one brother, Mr. Vard Newsome, Lee, FL, eight grandchildren and a number of nieces and cousins. Funeral services were held Monday morning at Macedonia, where he was laid to rest.

NEWSOME, Rufus Wilber Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 21, 1971) Rufus Wilber Newsome, age 70, died very suddenly Friday in Madison. He was born in Madison County, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Jack Newsome. He had worked many years in the grocery business here in Madison. Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Rena Southall of Greenville, NC; and Mrs. Alma Jackson of Madison; one brother, Russell Newsome of Pearson, GA and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Services will be held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Blue Springs Cemetery.

NEWSOME, Ruth Toole Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 19, 1957) Ruth Toole Newsome, age 60, died at her home east of Madison Tuesday after an extended illness. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and a member of the Blue Springs Primitive Baptist Church. Survivors are her husband, Russell J. Newsome, of Madison, two sons, Eugene Newsome, of Gainesville, and Donnie Newsome, of Madison; three daughters, Mrs. Steve Spooner, of Warwick, GA; and Mrs. Woodson Daniel and Mrs. Eloise French, both of Madison; nine grandchildren; three brothers, Jim Toole, of Jacksonville; Block Toole, of West Palm Beach; and Ashley Toole, of Wildwood; five sisters, Mrs. Anna McCall, of Live Oak; Mrs. Evelyn Wimberly; Mrs. Ruby Ward; and Miss Agnes Toole, all of Jacksonville; and Mrs. Lou Allen of North Carolina. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Macedonia Baptist Church with interment in Macedonia Cemetery.

NEWSOME, Uley Newton Newsome (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 5. 1941) Friends of Mr. Uley Newton Newsome were grieved to learn of his death early Tuesday morning November 27, 1941, at a Valdosta hospital following a week’s illness. Uley Newsome was born April 1, 1880. He was married to Miss Mary Jane Mann December 23, 1900. Seven children were born to this union, three having preceded him to the Great Beyond. He is survived by his widow, two sons and two daughters: Julius of Madison; Carl of Live Oak; Misses Annie Mae and Irene of Madison; two grandchildren, Jimmy and Ann; two brothers, Jack Newsome of Madison and Barney Newsome of Inverness. Three sisters, Mrs. Oscar Coody of Valdosta, GA, Mrs. Ivy McCullough and Miss Bessie Newsome, of Madison, besides a host of other relatives. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday morning.

NEWSOME, Willie Mae Newsome (Abstracted from the 27 December 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life for Willie Mae “Peggy” Newsome, age 62, will be Saturday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will be in Barnar Memorial Cemetery. “Peggy,” as she was affectionately known, was born Aug. 14, 1956 in Ft. Valley to the late Thomas Newsome and Annie Ruth Corey Newsome. She received her formal education from the public school systems of Peach County and Ware County. She was a very caring and loving person. She welcomed everybody with open arms, If you did not have a place to stay, her door was always open. If you were hungry, she would feed you. If you needed a babysitter, she had no problem keeping your kids. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior and attended Living for Christ Ministry in Waycross. On Friday (Dec. 21, 2018) she departed this life after an illness. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a 33 daughter, Emma Mae Newsome, siblings, Elizabeth Houser, Dantie Raisin, Jannie Mae Walker, Eddie Houser, Nelson Newsome and Thomas Newsome. The radiant memory of Willie Mae “Peggy” Newsome will be long cherished by her children, Willie Albert Newsome (Michell’le), Rose Dennard (Reggie), Angela Dennard, Laskisha Dennard and Janay Cooper (Jason), all of Waycross; 14 grandchildren; siblings, Alfred Newsome of Waycross, Marion Newsome of Ft. Valley, Beatrice Mace Newsome and Ethel Newsome, both of Roberta; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

NEWTON, Charles Newton (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Charles Newton, a lifelong resident of Taylor County, died on August 7, 2010 after a short illness. Charles was born on May 25, 1959 to Nancy Mae Parker and the late Rudy Newton. Charles was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Perry. He enjoyed fishing, working with bricks, wood, and was a wood-floor installer. Charles is survived by his wife of 19 years Michele Newton; their daughter Brittiany Newton; his mother, Nancy Mae Singletary, 2 brothers: Gene Newton of Perry, and Zenard Newton of Michigan; a sister Lillie Mae Massey of Perry and a host of nieces and nephews. A memorial service in his honor will be held Thursday August 12, at the First Presbyterian church in Perry. Donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Memorial Gardens in memory of Charles.

NEWTON, James T. Newton (Abstracted from the 8 July 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James T. Newton, age 74, died Tuesday (July 7, 2015) at his residence e following a brief illness. He was a native of Waldo, FL, but lived in Waycross for a year. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Bonnie Newton, his parents, James Thomas Newton and Pearl Louise Fralick Newton, and his siblings, Stanley Newton, Ronnie Newton and Barbara Newton. He was retired from J. Newton Enterprise and served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Altamaha Baptist Church in Jesup. Survivors include his wife, Rita Newton, of Waycross; his children, Kim Newton, of Tampa, FL, Tracy Newton-Carlisle, of Lakeland, FL, Randy and Holly Newton, of Plant City, FL, Keith and Missy Newton, of Chipley, FL; his step-children, Derek and Linda Franklin, of Jesup, Larry and Denise Gillis, of Waycross, Eric and Tiffany Lane, of Wesley Chapel, FL; his siblings, Richard Newton, of Inverness, FL, Sharon Newton and Terry Newton, both of Ft. Lauderdale; 9 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. A funeral will be Saturday at Lakeland Funeral Home Chapel in Lakeland, FL. Burial will be in Lakeland Memorial Gardens. Music Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.

NEWTON, Joshua Thomas Newton (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 28 August 2020) Petty Officer First Class Joshua Thomas Newton, age 28, of Quitman, GA died Monday, August 17, 2020. He was born in Valdosta on February 26, 1992 and had lived in this area all of his life. Joshua was currently serving in the United States Navy stationed in Virginia Beach, VA. He was an honor graduate of Lowndes High School in 2010 and had many friends near and far. He was recognized as Sailor of the Quarter and had received many other awards in the Navy. He served five years on the USS Jason Dunham. Joshua loved hiking, kayaking and traveling and had a passion for all sports. Survivors include his parents, John and Teresa (Jones) Newton of Quitman, his brother and sister in law, Wesley and Marilyn Newton of Gainesville, GA; his paternal grandparents, John and Margaret Newton of Millen, GA; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Jack and Carolyn Jones. Funeral services will be at Wayfare Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Wayfare Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Wayfare Primitive Baptist Church, c/o Jimmy North, 38 Quail Run, Stockton GA, 31649. Carson McLane Funeral Home.

NEWTON, Linda Gray Newton (Abstracted from the 22 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Linda Faye Grace Newton will be Saturday at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, Patterson. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Patterson. She was born April 2, 1962 in Millwood. Her mother was the late Agnes Lee Kite. She received her formal education from the Waycross public school system and graduated from Waycross High School. She was a former employee of Wong’s Palace Restaurant, Flanders Inc. and The Market. She departed this life Saturday (May 16, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after a brief illness. Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Carlton Newton, of Waycross; 2 sons, Carl Edward III and Deon Cooper, both of Waycross; 2 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Delphine Tillman, Sylvia Kite, both of Waycross, and Mary Ann (Charles) Thomas, of Lake City, FL; 2 aunts, Annie M. Green, of Ft. Pierce, FL, and Lila M. Kite, of Alabama; 1 great-aunt, Levon Lincoln of Patterson; 1 uncle, Robert Kite Jr., of Titusville, FL; 1 sister-in-law, Reatha Mae Dobson of Waycross; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the family residence, 1107 Tebeau Place. Arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home. 34

NICHOLAS, Elsie Goodson Nicholas (Abstracted from http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/07/elsie-goodson-nicholas/) Elsie Goodson Nicholas, age 94, of Amelia Island, FL, and formerly of Valdosta, died on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at her residence. She was born in Valdosta on September 18, 1924 to the late Doc Leonard and Flossie Carruthers Goodson. She attended Valdosta City Schools and graduated from Valdosta High School in 1941. She attended Georgia State Women’s College (VSU) for 2 years and then completed her AB degree at Duke University in 1943. She worked as a Spanish translator for the U.S. office of Censorship in Miami until the end of WWII and then began a career with Eastern, then Skyways Airlines as a flight attendant. Her travels took her to places in South America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, with a very special trip to Israel. She left her career with the airlines and moved to California and began her teaching career which was to last for the next 37 years. She married Richard E. Nicholas in 1950 and moved to Chicago where she taught elementary school. She then moved to Kansas City, Kansas, where she helped to establish a Baptist Church in Prairie Village, and then on to Miami where Elsie began teaching Spanish at North Miami Senior High School until 1980. She was Department Chairman of the Foreign Language Department and was the first Teacher of the Year chosen from her district in Dade County. During her years at North Miami, Elsie began taking students for special summer sessions to Monterrey, Mexico and it was there at the Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios Superiores Monterrey, Mexico that she earned her Master’s degree in Spanish. She attended North Dade Heights Baptist Church and was a Sunday School teacher there. In 1980, Elsie and her family moved back to Valdosta and accepted a position teaching Spanish at her alma mater, Valdosta High. She retired from teaching in 1990. Outside of her career as a teacher, she was also very proud of the work she accomplished in assisting First Baptist Church of Valdosta with the Hispanic Mission, an interest she continued until her health began to decline. She was always most proud of her work with Hispanic Mission and believed it to be one of the most defining times in her life. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, David and Connie Nicholas of Callahan, FL, and Steven and Carol Nicholas of Audubon, PA; two daughters, Eileen Decker and Patricia Snape both of Ft. Myers, FL; her grandchildren and their spouses, Amber and John Bovinette of Callahan, FL, Lisa and Jimmy Lee, of King of Prussia, PA, Sean and Meredith Snape of Little Rock, AR, Dawn Giese of Ft. Myers, FL, and Rick and Cheryl Nicholas of Audubon, PA; great-grandchildren, Jimmy Lee, Alyssa Ellis, David Giese, Eliana Bovinette, Sterling Snape, Sydney Snape, Savannah Snape, Sawyer Snape, and Saxton Snape; a cousin, Lorena Piper; nieces, Judy Touchton, Suzanne Hagen, and Debbie Kirby. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Nicholas and her sister and brother-in-law Harriet and Aubrey Saunders. A graveside service for Elsie Goodson Nicholas, will be at Sunset Hill Cemetery. Carson McLane is entrusted with the arrangements.

NICHOLS, Barry Windsor Nichols (Abstracted from the 19 September 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Barry Windsor Nichols, age 56, died Saturday (Sept. 16, 2017) at his residence in Waycross following an extended illness. He was born in Columbus but resided in Waycross most of his life. He was formerly employed with Wells Cargo of Waycross. He was a son of the late Emory Vestal Nichols Sr. and Alyce Patti Dean Nichols. He is survived by three brothers, David Eric (Karen) Nichols of Nicholls, Dean (Patti) Nichols of Tampa, FL, and Vestal (Jean) Nichols of Bakersfield, CA. Memorialization will be by cremation. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

NICHOLS, Hazel Cason Nichols (Abstracted from the 1 February 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Hazel Cason Nichols, age 92, died Saturday (Jan. 30, 2016) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities following an extended illness. She was a native of Ware County, having been raised in the Waresboro-Pebble Hill Communities and made her home in Ware and Pierce counties for the past 43 years. She was the wife of the late George W. Nichols Jr. and daughter of the late Owen John Cason and Theresa Lightsey Cason. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy Lee and Jeanette Mobley, and a brother, O.J. Cason. She was a graduate of Wacona High School. She formerly worked with her sister at Aunt Net’s Playhouse Daycare. She is remembered by her family as a devoted mother and grandmother. She attended Waycross Primitive Baptist Church. Survivors include 1 daughter, Barbara (Wilber) Copeland of Dixie Union; 3 sons, George (Marylou) Nichols III of Blackshear, Phillip (Agnes) Nichols of Blackshear, and Johnny Carter of Waycross; 2 grandchildren, Stephanie (Jimmy) Chaney of Nichols, Robin (Ricky) Hale of Dixie Union; 3 great-grandchildren, Austin Hale and Sierra Hale of Dixie Union, and Lauren Bennett of Argyle; 2 sisters, Marie Reyna of Brunswick, and Vera Bowers of Fernandina Beach, FL; 1 brother, David (Jean) Cason of Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral was to be Monday at Waycross Primitive Baptist Church. A graveside service will be Tuesday at Nichol’s Cemetery in Oxford, FL. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 18, 1970) Homer B. Nichols, age 66, of South Range Street, Madison, died suddenly Saturday at his home. He was a native of Clay, WV and had lived in Madison for the past several months. He was a Methodist by faith. Survivors are one daughter, Miss Patricia Nichols of Charleston, WV; one son, Randell Nichols of Charleston, WV; five sisters, Mrs. Ann Carroll of Rodea, CA; Mrs. Margaret King of Charleston, WV; Mrs. Daisy Sizeman of Clay, WV; Mrs. Marie Fallmer of Concord, CA; and Mrs. James Hammon of Miami; two brothers, Warsam Nichols of Carmichael, CA; and Robert E. Nichols of Ocala. The body was forwarded to Charleston, WV where services were to be scheduled and burial was to be in the Nichols Family Cemetery at Clay, West Virginia.

NICHOLS, James Alfred Nichols (Abstracted from John Bullard 16 June 2020) Mr. James Alfred Nichols, age 92, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020 in Madison, FL. He was born on July 25, 1927 in Jesup, GA to Jack and Alice Robinson Nichols. He resided in North Fort Myers, FL from 1954 until retirement at age 58. He diligently served the Lord and was active in Faith Tabernacle Assembly of God Church and served as deacon and many other church activities until relocating to Lee, FL. He then became a member of Lee First Baptist Church. He served the Lord as minister and deacon. He served in the Merchant Marines and U.S. Army and was employed by and retired from the Lee County Mosquito Control as Superintendent in Charge. He traveled extensively with the wife and family and loved creating memories. He enjoyed life on the farm and his animals were his pets. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Christine Nichols of Lee, FL, two sons Kenneth Nichols (Jeneane) of North Fort Myers, F;, Mike Nichols (Esther) of Coker Creek, TN, one daughter, Cathy Reynolds of Cape Coral, FL, one sister Jean Hope of Jesup, GA, and ten grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at Lee First Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Lee Memorial Cemetery. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

NICHOLS, Leroy Nichols (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 June 2011) Mr. Leroy “Bud” Nichols, was called home to the Lord on Monday, June 20, 2011 at his home, from an extended illness. Mr. Nichols was born on January 3, 1952 in Jesup. He lived in Pennsylvania for 55 years before moving to Ambrose in February 2011. He was a former member of the Coast Guard Reserve and a former employee of Nash Printing and Printworks, Inc. in Landsdale, PA. He was preceded in death by his adoptive parents, Robert H. Nichols and Elsie Mae Nichols; biological parents, Willie Albert Hill and Minnie Taylor Hill; and brothers, Willie Hill and Earl Robert Nichols. Survivors include 1 brother, Gerry (Trish) Parnell of Statesboro; 6 sisters, Mattie Louise Hill (Pat) Brandenburg of Fairfax, OK; Billie Kay (Tommy) Thomas of Kingsland; Betty Latrell Doughtery of Manning, SC; Shirley M. (Phillip) Morris of Summerton, SC; Deborah M. (Randy) Latham of Ambrose and Patricia C. Rooks of Hortense. A private memorial service was at the home of Debra and Randy Latham on Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NICHOLS, Myrtle Lee Lynes Nichols (Abstracted from the 29 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Myrtle Lee Lynes Nichols, age 85, passed from this life to be with the Lord on Wednesday (May 27, 2015). Born to Lem and Lizzie Lynes on Jan. 18, 1930, she grew up on their family farm at Hickox. Her brothers and sisters are Fulton, Jessie, Elma, Eunice, Vera, Lois, Ola, Veda and Leona. She loved the Lord and was a long time member of Satilla Missionary Baptist Church at Hortense where she enjoyed teaching training union and Sunday school and always the singing. Her family was her life, and her joy came from the children and cooking for them. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her much happiness in her latter years. She was preceded by her husband, Buck Nichols, a daughter, Charlotte Flowers, and a grandson Ryan Flowers, and many other family members. She is survived by 1 sister, Lois Hutcheson, and her nieces and nephews who all held a special place in her heart and she spoke of often. Her children are James (Edward) and Barbara Nichols, Rudy (Parkie) and Wanis Nichols, David and Diane Nichols, Donnie and Laura Nichols, Frankie and Rhonda Nichols, and Sandra and Anthony Lee. Her grandchildren are Sheldon and Jamie Nichols, Patrick and Karen Nichols, Chris and Casey Nichols, Ian Nichols, Jacob Graffrath, Paul Lee, Jason and Emmie Lee, April and Alan Morgan, Christy Beepath, Sydne Nichols, Eric and Erin Floyd, Patrick and Crystal Floyd, Kimberly Nichols, Lauren Nichols, Ashley and Curtis Boyd, Jake and Melissa Nasworthy, Casey and Warren Turner, Jamie Nasworthy. Her great-grandchildren are Aaron Nichols, Hannah Nichols, McKenzie Nichols, Jonathan Nichols, Bailey Nichols, Kayln Nichols, Caleb Lee, Gabriel Lee, Zachary Morgan, Elizabeth Morgan, Kylie Beepath, Kameron Beepath, Parker Floyd, Kade Floyd, Wyatt Floyd, Kyler Nichols, Kaylee Nichols, Jaden Nasworthy, Jacob Nasworthy, Maddy Nasworthy, Taylor Pafford, Timothy Pafford, Cammie Pafford, Logan Dickerson and Mackayla Dickerson. If preferred, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Satilla Baptist Church, Hortense. The funeral will be at Frye Funeral Home Saturday. Burial will follow at Rob Lewis Cemetery in Raybon where she’ll be laid to rest beside her husband, her daughter and grandson.

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NICHOLSON, Donnie Ray Nicholson (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Donnie Ray Nicholson, age 59, of Valdosta, GA passed away on May 5, 2013 at his residence. He was born on October 5, 1953 in Raymond, KS to the late Ray Edward and Florrie (Powell) Nicholson. He was of the Baptist faith. He attended Hamburger University in Chicago, IL. This turned into a 24 year career with McDonalds. He continued to work for McDonalds until declining health forced him to retire. He was the Director of Operations. His survivors include his wife, Debra Nicholson of Valdosta, GA; daughters & sons-in-law, Jennifer Laurie & Jeff DeLoach of Valdosta, GA; DeAnna & Austin McCulley of Pflugerville, TX; Jessica & Alan Nichols of Pflugerville, TX; grandchildren, Amber Warren of Pflugerville, TX; Carter Warren of Pflugerville, TX; Carson DeLoach of Valdosta, GA; Taylor Grace DeLoach of Valdosta, GA; Dixie RayAnn Nichols of Pflugerville, TX; and his mother-in-law, Vivian Jones of Valdosta, GA. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Riverview Memorial Gardens in Valdosta, GA. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the family.

NICHOLSON, Edgar Lee Nicholson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 6 January 2015) Mr. Edgar Lee Nicholson - “Eddie Jardine,” age 73, of Villa Rica, GA, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2014, at his residence. Mr. Nicholson was born January 5, 1941, in Grady Hospital the son of the late Rufus Nicholson and Julia Earnest Jardine. He worked in HVAC and refrigeration for a number of years owning and operating A&N Refrigeration. Survivors include his companion of 25 years Carolyn Clark Causey Nicholson; daughters, Christel Dawn Nicholson Morris, of Norcross, DeLayne Joy Nicholson, of Norcross; grandchildren, Alexander James Nicholson, Jesse Connor Morris; Jarrette Causey, and several others; stepchildren, Edwin Alan Armstrong, of Tucker, Wade Curtis Armstrong, of Locust Grove, Carla G. Armstrong Colin, of Locust Grove, Larry Wayne Causey, Jr., of Austell, Leslie Keith Causey, of Austell, Leif Montgomery Causey, of Austell, Kathy Lynn Causey, of Austell; 1 brother, Freddie Jardine, of Douglas, GA; and 1 sister, Margaret Spikes, of Douglas, GA. A celebration of life service will be conducted Wednesday, December 31, 2014, at the J. Collins Funeral Home.

NICHOLSON, Ernest G. Nicholson, Jr. (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, December 31, 2008) Mr. Ernest G. "Bro" Nicholson, Jr., age 70, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Mr. Nicholson was born in Chester, GA to the late Mr. Ernest G. Nicholson, Sr. and the late Mrs. Mattie Lou Hinson Nicholson. Mr. Nicholson moved to Macon at the age of eight and then graduated from Lanier High School in 1956. Following High School, he attended ABAC College in Tifton. Mr. Nicholson graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in Agronomy in 1962. Mr. Nicholson retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where he worked in Soil Conservation Services. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Barnesville, and formerly lived in Homerville. Mr. Ernest G. Nicholson is survived by his wife, Janell Hadsock Nicholson of Barnesville; son and daughter-in-law, Mark A. and Laurie McDonald Nicholson of Mandeville, LA; daughter and son-inlaw, Lori and John Tramont of Okinawa, Japan; brother and sister-in- law, Charles and Shirley Nicholson of Sandersville, GA; sister, Mary Jane Nicholson Lewis of Cleveland, TN; grandchildren, Mark Allen and Mary Catherine Nicholson; Michael and Luke Tramont; nieces, Becky Prince, Sheila Agers, and Shelley Coles. Funeral Services for Mr. Ernest Nicholson were held on Sunday, December 28, 2008 at the First United Methodist Church of Barnesville. Any wishing to do so may make a memorial contribution to the Barnesville First United Methodist Church Endowment Fund, 375 Thomaston Street, Barnesville, GA 30204. Williams Funeral Home of Barnesville was in charge of arrangements.

NICKELL, George E. Nickell (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 7 April 2018) George E. Nickell, age 87 of Valdosta passed away Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Langdale Hospice House after a lengthy illness. He was born on November 16, 1930 in Combs, KY to the late George E. & Lillie (Stamper) Nickell. George served in the United States Air Force as a jet mechanic. Following his service, he began an over 30 year career with Civil Service. He was a member of Sardis Baptist Church. George loved being outdoors to include: gardening, washing the car, checking the mail and even driving the lawnmower to get his haircut. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Maurine Nickell and brothers, Vincent Nickell, Alonzo Nickell, Tommy Nickell & Elmo Nickell. Survivors include his wife, Mary Nickell, Valdosta; daughters & son-in-law: Marsha & Jerrell Votaw, Warrensburg, MO, Leah Lynch, Dorothy Nickell, Vikki Nickell, Kathy Johnston all of Valdosta; sons & daughters-in-law: Edwin & Susanne Nickell, Covington, GA, Chuck Judge, Valdosta, Larry & Donna Judge, Flowery Branch, GA; grandchildren: Glynn Edison Norsworthy, Kathryn Norsworthy, Justin Votaw, Kevin Votaw, Aaron Lynch, Jada Nickell, Charles (Shelby) Judge & Tiffany Johnston; 2 great grandchildren that was the apple of his eye: Bella Carroll & Trinity Bennett; sisters-in-law & vrothers-in-law: Emory & Nancy Futch, Valdosta, Elizabeth Goff, Valdosta, Opal Nickell,

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Deland, FL, Edith Nickell, Kentucky and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 10, 2018 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial following in Copeland Cemetery.

NICKELL, Mary Emma Nickell (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 30 October 2020) Mary Emma Nickell, age 78, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Friday October 30, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center. Mary was born on December 4, 1942 in Hahira, GA to the late Grace Faircloth and Jacob Goff. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husbands: Charles Henry Judge and George Nickell; daughter, Mary J. Johnston; brother, Bobby Goff; sister, Evelyn G. Daniels. Survivors include her children: Charles Robert Judge of Remerton, GA, Larry Judge and wife Donna of Flowery Branch; grandchildren: Chucky Judge, Tiffany Johnson; great grandchildren: C.J., Bella, Trinity, Little Kenny; step children: Edwin Nickell and wife Susanne of Covington, GA, Marsha N. Votaw and husband, Jerrell of Warrensburg, MO, Leah N. Lynch of Valdosta, GA, Dorothy Nickell of Valdosta, GA, Vikki Nickell of Valdosta, GA; sister, Nancy G. Futch and husband, Emory of Valdosta, GA. Graveside services will be in Riverview Memorial Gardens in Valdosta, GA. The Nickell family is being served by the staff at Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

NICKERSON, Jerry Michael Nickerson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 2 September 2015) Jerry Michael Nickerson, age 30, of Wellborn, FL, passed away September 2, 2015, in Lafayette County, FL. Jerry Michael was born November 9, 1984 in Avon Park, FL to Andrew Todd Nickerson and Pamela Smith (Peavey). Jerry Michael Nickerson was of the Baptist Faith. Mr. Nickerson is survived by his wife Samantha, 1 son Jaxon and 1 step daughter Jade Smith; his mother, Pamela Denise (Robert) Smith of Mayo, FL; his father, Andrew Todd (Leona) Nickerson of Ona, FL; hi grandparents, Howard (Deborah) Nickerson of Luraville, FL, and Jim (Lillian) Hughes of Ona, FL; 2 brothers, Joshua McCoy (Ashley) Nickerson and sons Adrian Lee and Richard Logan of Day Town, FL, and Ethan Earle (Cheryl) Nickerson and sons Tristen Layne, Dawson Lee and Graison Hoss of Wauchula, FL; uncles and aunts, Edward Shane (Jennifer) Nickerson and their children Shane, Brittany, Ross, Kayla, Preston, Luke, Justin Gattie, Timothy Gattie and Karson; aunt Misty Nickerson (Steve) Medlin and their children Samuel and Savannah. uncle Kyle Reid (Morgan) Nickerson and their children Kase, Kash and Ketch; many great uncles, aunts and cousins. Services will be held at New Hope Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 in Mayo. Memorial contributions can be made to www.gofundme.com created by Janie Peavey Woodall. . All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

NICKERSON, William Nickerson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 3, 1941) William Nickerson, aged colored man, was buried at the Cross Roads Sunday.

NIELSEN, Margaret S. Lie Nielsen (Abstracted from the 7 August 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Margaret S. Lie-Nielsen, age 74 of Broxton, GA, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2017, at the McGraw Center for Caring in Jacksonville, FL, after a courageous battle with cancer. A native of South Georgia, Margaret graduated from Broxton High School in 1962, South Georgia College in 1964, Georgia Southern in 1966 with a degree in education and then obtained her Master’s Degree in education from East Carolina University in 1989. Margaret began her career in the field of education as an elementary school teacher. She then continued her journey in administration for many years as an elementary school principal in both Bayboro, NC, and Douglas, GA. She had a deep passion and fondness for fostering education and loved to help children reach their full potential. She enjoyed watching food network, going to church and often times could be found nestled in a chair reading a good book. Mostly she loved to cook and spend time with friends and family. Margaret is preceded in death by her husband, Tom Radford and son Erik Lie-Nielsen and is survived by her daughter, Amanda (Brock) Askew and their children Caroline and Erik Brock, her grandchildren Turner and Tilly Lie-Nielsen and her sister Shirley Rivers. She also leaves behind numerous loving relatives. Memorial services for Margaret will be held Saturday at Broxton United Methodist Church.

NIPPER, Jim Henry Nipper (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 9, 1951) Graveside services for Jim Henry Nipper, age 44, who died early Sunday morning in Miami of a heart attack, were held in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Madison, Tuesday. Mr. Nipper was born December 6, 1906 in Seville, GA, son of Jesse Moses Nipper and Mary Frances Dowdy Nipper. He was a former resident of Madison, engaged in the barber business. He recently operated a barber shop at 6753 S. W. 8th Street in Miami. Survivors include his wife, the former Miss Alma Sheffield, of Madison; one son, Joel H. Nipper, and one daughter, Mrs. LaRue Brown; two brothers, E. B. Nipper, of Isle, MN and W. J. Nipper, of Miami; five sisters, 38

Mrs. J. Milligan, and Mrs. W.T. Rycroft, both of Cherry Lake; Mrs. A. J. King, of Miami; Mrs. Bob Clark, of Ft. Pierce; and Mrs. Mae Grim, of West Palm Beach; also several nieces and nephews.

NIPPER, Mrs. Rosalie Leslie Nipper (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 24, 1942) Funeral services were held here Saturday for Mrs. J. A. Nipper, of Wildwood, FL, sister of Mr. L. E. Leslie of this city. Mrs. Nipper died last Thursday, April 16, following a short illness. Interment was in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Rosalie Leslie Nipper was born in Madison County June 29, 1888, the daughter of the late Lewis G. and Eugenia Dale Leslie. In early womanhood she was married to J. A. Nipper, who survives her. Two daughters, Mrs. Ralph Park of Minneola, FL and Miss Trudie Nipper, of Wildwood, one son, Lewis A. Nipper, of Wildwood; two brothers, L. E. Leslie, of Madison, and T. D. Leslie, of Jasper, and one sister, Mrs. Will Tedder, of Jacksonville, are her nearest survivors.

NIPPER, Roy Nipper (Abstracted from the 17 February 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Roy Nipper, age 68, of Douglas, GA, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Nipper was born on April 9, 1948, in Douglas, GA, to the late Calvin Nipper and Letha Metts Nipper. Survivors include 1 son, James (Candy) Hines of Douglas, GA; 1 daughter, Ann Hines of Waycross, GA; granddaughter, Cordelia Hines of Waycross, GA; 3 brothers, Carlton Nipper of Leesburg, FL, David Nipper of Douglas, GA, and Carroll Nipper of Waycross, GA; 1 sister, Gwenell Gronlund of Leesburg, FL; several nieces and nephews. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NIPPER, William J. Nipper (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 14, 1962) William J. Nipper, age 65, died Thursday of a heart attack in the Live Oak Hospital. He was engaged in business with the City Barber Shop at Live Oak. Before moving to Live Oak, Mr. Nipper lived at Cherry Lake for 15 years. He was the first PTA President of the school and active in all religious and civic affairs. He had a barber shop at Cherry Lake and also worked in the Madison Barber Shop. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lorena Nipper; three daughters, Mrs. Vera Lee Hart and Mrs. Barbara Ann Milton, both of Live Oak; and Mrs. June Elizabeth Morris, of Lake Hurst, NJ; and one son, Don Nipper, of Palatka; four sisters, Mrs. Jesse Mae Grim, of Wheaton, IL; Mrs. Anna Clark and Mrs. Sudie King, both of Ft. Pierce and Mrs. Mamie Rycroft, of Cherry Lake; and a brother, Eli Nipper, of Isle, MN; and well as twelve grandchildren and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held at the Westwood Baptist Church in Live Oak Saturday September 8th with interment in the Cherry Lake Cemetery.

NISBET, Margaret Meares Nisbet (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/02/margaret-meares-nisbet/) Margaret Meares Nisbet, of Valdosta, passed to her Heavenly Father on February 18, 2019. She was 95 years young, born on December 11, 1923. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dick Nisbet. Margaret was an Elder at First Presbyterian Church of Valdosta, and an alumna of Queens College in Charlotte, NC. She was an active member of DAR- Daughters of the American Revolution, UDC-United Daughters of the Confederacy, a National Officer for Phi Mu Sorority, various Offices for Valdosta Garden Club, and the winner of many Tri Color Awards in Garden Club Shows. She is survived by her son, Tom Davenport and wife, Buffie of Peachtree City, GA; two grandchildren, Dawn Davenport Kok of Nashville, TN and Dane Davenport and wife, Brandi; two great grandchildren, Dylan, and Demi Davenport, all of Peachtree City, GA. Her celebration of life will be at the First Presbyterian Church. Interment will follow at McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Nisbet Endowment at Valdosta State University.

NITSCHKE, Lori Ann Anderson Nitschke (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA August 30, 2014) Lori Ann "Lottibug" Anderson Nitschke, age 51, of Lakeland passed away Saturday August 30, 2014 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born May 12, 1963 to Billy and Louise Spells Anderson in Raleigh, NC. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family. Survivors are her husband, Mike Nitschke of Lakeland, GA; 1 daughter and son-in-law, April (Aaron) Chadwick of Nashville, GA; 1 son, Shane Rashford of Lakeland, GA; her parents, Billy (Louise) Anderson of Lakeland, GA; 2 sisters and brothers–in-Law, Linda (David) Powell of Warner Robins, GA; Carol (Joey) Tomlinson of Lakeland, GA; brothers, S. L. Anderson II of Adel, GA; Billy Anderson, Jr. of Lakeland, GA; step-daughters and sons-in-law, Ivey (Chris) Davis of Calhoun, GA; Melinda (Eric) Carlton of Valdosta, GA; Angie (Billy) Foskey of Moultrie, GA; step-sons and daughters-in-laws, Jesse Nitschke of Wakulla, FL; Mike, Jr. (Jasmine) Nitschke of Statenville, GA; 9 grandchildren, Alyssa 39

Chadwick, Layla Rashburn, Dakota Neal, Autumn Neal, Ashley Kennedy, Jessie Kennedy, Brandi Carlton, Erica Carlton, and Katelynne Nitschke. Funeral services will be Tuesday September 2, 2014 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services. As per her request cremation will follow.

NITSCHKE, Mark Nitschke (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, July 30, 2008) Mark Nitschke, 43, of Lee, FL, died on Saturday, July 26, 2008. Born on June 25, 1965 in Valdosta, he had moved to Lee, FL 6 years ago. Mark worked for several years in the grocery business. He was an avid hunter and loved to fish. Mark was of the Church of God faith. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Nitschke of Lee, FL; a son, Christian Nitschke and a daughter, Carolann Nitschke, both of Lee, FL; mother, Sylvia Nitschke; father and stepmother, R.B. and Lucille Nitschke; brother and sister-in-law, Ricky and Tina Nitschke; grandmother, Agnes Swilley, all of Valdosta; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Mark was preceded in death by his son, Harrison Nitschke, grandfather, P.F. Swilley and grandparents, John Henry and Jessie Nitschke. Services will be Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at Riverview Memorial Gardens Mausoleum Chapel. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Carson McLane Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NIX, Albertha G. Nix (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 18, 2006) Funeral for Albertha Goldwire Nix, 90, of Homerville, who died Saturday (Aug. 12, 2006) after an illness, will be Saturday at 3 p.m. at Brown Chapel AME Church with the Rev. Gerald Copeland Sr. officiating. She was a native of Clyo (Effingham County), the daughter of the late Brad and Millie Ward Goldwire. She was the fourth of nine children, all of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roosevelt Nix, and two children. She was a member of Brown Chapel AME Church in Savannah for many years, serving on the usher board as president. After moving to Homerville in 1977, she became a member of Brown Chapel AME Church where she served as church mother. Survivors include two daughters, Leonia Brown and Joy Edmond (Albert), both of Homerville; one son, Freddie Nix (Carolyn), of Atlanta; 32 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Mary Goldwire; and a host of other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of her daughter, Leonia Brown, 187 Brown St., Homerville, and this evening from 7 to 9 at Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville. Burial will be Sunday in Mt. Pisghah Cemetery, Clyo. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

NIX, Elizabeth Ann Nix (Abstracted from the Gainesville, GA Times 24 January 2017) Elizabeth Ann Nix, age 78, of Nashville, died Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, at her residence with her husband of 55 years. She was born June 3, 1938, in Atlanta to the late Luther Sigers and the late Ida Bell Echols Sigers. She was a retired nurse having worked in Berrien and Lowndes counties. She also retired from Berrien County Board of Education as the health occupational coordinator after 15 years of service. She was a member of the Nashville First Baptist Church, where she was active in many capacities, especially WMU and Sunday school. She was the pillar of the New Lois Community and faithful member of the Pine Needles Sewing Club. She cherished her life spent as a homemaker and raising her family. She was preceded in death by a brother, Gene Sigers. She is survived by five sons, Mark (Stacey) Nix of Valdosta, Greg (Michelle) Nix of Nashville, Doug (Loren) Nix of Nashville, Dan (Rachel) Nix of Nashville and Stan (Betsy) Nix of Nashville; two sisters, Lou Tatum of Loganville and Joyce Brooks of Gainesville; sister-in-law, Virginia Lewallen of Gainesville; 18 grandchildren, Sarah, Madison, Mary Grace, Ariel, Kayla, Lucy, Molly, Beau, Bart, Josie, Liza, Baker, Chloe, Allie, Noah, Lydia, Natalie and Nathan. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017, in the Nashville First Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Westview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Nashville First Baptist Church. Lovein Funeral Home, Nashville handled the arrangements.

NIX, Emmitt Nix (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mr. Emmitt Nix, 83, of Perry, FL, passed away Sunday October 28, 2012 at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Nix was born in Brinson, GA on October 30, 1928 to the late General Nix, and the late former Mary Lizzie Buckhalter. He has been a resident of Taylor County since 1946 and worked for many years as a welder and pipefitter for Watkins. He was a member of Three Rivers Hunting Club and enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, and spending time with family. He is survived by, his wife of 67 years, Flossie Nix, of Perry, 1 son, Emmitt L. Nix Jr. (Joanne), of Perry, 6 daughters, Cathy Schoenfeld (Barry), of Tallahassee, FL, Jo Ann Parker (Larry), Susie Marie Merrill (Paul), Connie Vanessa Brown (Keith), all of Perry, Mary Jane Angiloti (Jerry), and Amy Radar, all of Tallahassee, 20 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Perry. 40

NIX, Henry J. Nix (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Henry J. Nix, age 59, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2012, at his residence. He was born in Cairo, GA, to the late Jesse Nix, and the former Elizabeth Nix. Coming from Bainbridge, Georgia, he had lived in Perry since 1979. Mr. Nix attended Cornerstone Church and worked for Toms Foods retiring in 1993. He operated Heavy Equipment with Leroy Bowden and worked at Ja’hana Mines. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, and fishing. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Suzella Nix, and 2 brothers; Early B. Nix, Pete Lewis. Survived by longtime companion of 12 years, Faith White of Perry, FL, his mother, Elizabeth Nix, of Baxley, GA, a son; James Nix (DeAnna), a daughter; Becky Hornsby (Robert), all of Perry, FL, (4) brothers; Mike Lewis, David Lewis, both of Baxley, GA, Gene Lewis, of Bushnell, FL, James Lewis of Pratville, AL, (2) sisters; Ruby Cox, of Gibsonton, FL, Thelma Lewis, of Baxley, GA, (6) grandchildren, (1) great-grandchild, a host of nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, February 15, 2012. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made towards funeral expenses.

NIX, Joe Russell Nix (Abstracted from http://obituaries.valdostadailytimes.com/story/joe-nix-868163302) Joe Russell Nix, age 82, of Nashville, died Sunday January 22, 2017 at his residence with his wife of 55 years. He was born January 11, 1935 in Berrien County to the late Elbert Nix and the late Maxie Harper Nix. He was a retired farmer and U.S. Army Veteran. He was a member of the Nashville First Baptist Church where he served as deacon, usher and member of the Men's Fellowship Class. He was an active part of the New Lois Community, young farmers and little league baseball. He was preceded in death by a sister: Ouida Carter and brother: Hank Nix. He is survived by 5 sons: Mark (Stacey) Nix of Valdosta, Greg (Michelle) Nix of Nashville, Doug (Loren) Nix of Nashville, Dan (Rachel) Nix of Nashville and Stan (Betsy) Nix of Nashville; 3 sisters: Mary Beth (Paul) Harris of Nashville, Juanell Haskins and Sue (Donald) Powell; brother: Bobby (Bonnie) Nix of Nashville; 18 grandchildren: Sarah, Madison, Mary Grace, Ariel, Kayla, Lucy, Molly, Beau, Bart, Josie, Liza, Baker, Chloe, Allie, Noah, Lydia, Natalie and Nathan. Funeral services will be Wednesday January 25, 2017 in the Nashville First Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Westview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Nashville First Baptist Church. Lovein Funeral Home, Nashville handled the arrangements.

NIX, Madonna D. Nix (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 31 December 2018) Madonna Nix, age 41, of Valdosta passed away Monday, December 31, 2018. She was born in Homerville, GA to Danny and Debbie Baker. The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at the funeral home. No formal services will be held. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Nix Family.

NIX, Mary Magdeline Nix (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 7 October 2014) Mrs. Mary Magdeline Nix, age 97, of Nashville, GA, died Sunday, September 28, 2014, in Berrien Nursing Home. Mrs. Nix was born November 13, 1916, in Berrien County to the late Johnny Ford and the late Lona Mathis Ford. She was a homemaker and a member of Poplar Springs Missionary Baptist Church. Her husband, Rev. Glendon Nix, who died in 1976, preceded her in death along with six brothers, Ralph, Buie, Lonnie, Carey, Bob and J.N. Ford and a great grandson, Gabe Hendley. Mrs. Nix is survived by 3 daughters, Phyllis Harper and Vivian Bradford both of Nashville, GA, and Wylene Richardson of Virginia Beach, VA; 1 son, Bobby Glynn Nix of Nashville, GA; 1 brother, Kenneth Ford of South Carolina; 9 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday, September 30, 2014, at the Poplar Springs Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Poplar Springs Cemetery. Lovein Funeral Home in Nashville was in charge of all arrangements.

NIX, Paul Darron Nix (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 22 April 2016) Paul Darron Nix, age 51, of Lakeland, GA passed away on Friday, April 22, 2016 at his residence. He was born on January 25, 1965 in Nashville, GA to Billy J. and Yvonne (Griffin) Nix. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. Survivors include his parents, Billy James & Yvonne Nix of Lakeland, GA; 2 brothers, James David (Patricia) Nix of Nashville, GA and Johnnie Wade Nix of Ray City, GA; 2 nephews, James David Nix, Jr of Valdosta, GA and Dan Thomas Nix of Alapaha, GA; 1 niece, Jessica Lynn Nix of Lakeland, GA; 2 great nephews; and 3 great nieces. Graveside services will be Thursday, April 28, 2016 at Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is serving the family.

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(Abstracted from the 22 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) WAYNESVILLE — Ruthie Mae Rooks Nix, age 68, of Waynesville, passed away Tuesday (Feb. 21, 2017) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick following an extended illness. Born in Waynesville, her parents were James Rooks and Daisey Taylor Rooks. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Johnny Rooks and a sister, Mary Grace Rooks. She retired from International Auto Processing after working 27 years as a supervisor. She was a member of Waynesville Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing, sports, spending time with family and sightseeing. Survivors include her husband, Irving Nix of Waynesville; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Earl Ribron of Waycross, and Michael (Sandy) Ribron of Mt. Pleasant; three daughters and sons-in- law, Sheila (Craig) Clark of Ft. Walden Beach, Fl, Lesia (Bill) Grogg of Atkinson; Brittney (Brenton) Oglesby of Hortense; eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Frank (Kim) Carter of Brunswick, and Clyde Rooks of Brunswick; one sister, Elta Wilson of Waynesville; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Waynesville Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

NIXON, Faye B. Nixon (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 6 October 2020) Faye B. Nixon, age 84, of Ochlocknee, GA, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Tifton Health & Rehab. Funeral Services will be at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at Little Ochlocknee Cemetery. Mrs. Nixon was born on August 2, 1936 in Thomas County, GA to the late Ellis Brady & Willie Mae Robinson Brady. She was a graduate of Ochlocknee High School and worked at Thomas County Federal as a Customer Service Representative. She was a member of Little Ochlocknee Baptist Church. Survivors include; daughters, Donna L. Raines (Philip) of Dunwoody, GA, Kimberly K. Davis (Larry) of Cairo, GA, grandchildren, Perry A. Keyton, Jr., of Cairo, GA, Amanda R. Burgan (Robby) of Auburn, AL, Stephanie K. Sauls (Turner) of Sylvester, GA, McKenzie L. Raines of Chicago, IL, Jeremy H. Davis of Cairo, GA, great-grandchildren, Emilyn L. Willis of Sylvester, GA, Olivia S. Burgan of Auburn, AL, Ellasyn L. Gandy of Sylvester, GA, Barrett G. Burgan of Auburn, AL, Caleb H. Davis of Cairo, GA, Thomas P. Davis of Cairo, GA, Remy G. Sauls of Sylvester, GA and Margot L. Burgan of Auburn, AL, sister, Frances L. Fain of Ochlocknee, GA and sister-in-law, Martha Brady of Ochlocknee, GA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by the father of her children, Edwin E. (Buster) Nixon, brother, William Ellis Brady, Jr., sister, Annie Janette Brady, and a brother-in-law, James Fain. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: The Alzheimer's Association - 325 John Knox Rd., Suite C -128, Tallahassee, FL 32303.

NIXON, Roslyn Denise Ward Nixon (Abstracted from the 1 March 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The home going celebration for Roslyn Denise Ward Nixon will be Saturday at Family Worship Center, 631 Izlar St. Burial and committal service will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at the family residence 502 Garlington Ave. Saturday. She was born in Alma Sept. 4, 1959 to the late Gerald T. Ward Sr. and Willa F. Ward. She was educated in the Waycross School system and a graduate of Waycross High School. She was joined in holy matrimony to Gary Leon Nixon on July 20, 1997. She was a member of Family Worship Center, where she served faithfully until her health began to fail. She was a kind, loving, and was willing to help whenever she could. She had a smile that would lighten up the room when she walked. She was a homemaker until called she was called to eternal rest. She was preceded in death by both parents. On Thursday (Feb. 22, 2018) her heavenly father called her home from labor to reward. She leaves to cherish her memories one son, Demarcus Moss of Waycross; three daughters, Roshondra Rowell (Latravis), Latoya Gardner and Sheridan Gardner, all of Waycross; three sisters, Brenda Sanders (David), of Augusta, Michele Ward, of Atlanta and Natalie Trotter (Ricky), of Jacksonville, FL; two brothers, Gerald Ward III (Irma), of El Paso, TX, and Kerrie Ward, of Waycross; 13 grandkids; a granddaughter that she raised, Tia Gardner; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; a host of aunties and uncles. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, 1100 Ossie Davis Parkway, Waycross.

NOBLE, George Noble (Abstracted from 2 July 2015 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) George Noble, age 61, a Monticello native passed away on Monday, June 29, at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare. Funeral services are Saturday, July 4, at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Greenville, FL. Burial with military honors will follow in Ashville Community Cemetery. George loved and proudly served his country, both in the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army. He was a faithful member of New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church until his health declined. Cherishing his love and precious memories are his devoted wife, Linda Noble; son, George Lynell Noble; sisters: Mary (Claude) Edge, Carrie and Bernice Noble; brothers: Albert, Shelly, William (Ruby) and Robert Noble; sisters-in-law: Brenda Bea, Jackie (John) Taylor, Francis Norwood and Mary Turner; brothers-in-law: Samuel Pettway, Herbert Miller and Karl (Vickie) Michael; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Tillman of Monticello is handling the arrangements.

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NOBLE, James Noble (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida November 3, 2011) James “Jimbo” Noble, 73, of Monticello passed in Madison, FL on Sunday, October 30, 2011. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Old Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church in Monticello’s Ashville Community with burial at the Church Cemetery. Viewing-visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Tillman of Monticello 850-997-5553. A native and longtime resident of Jefferson County, Mr. Noble was a farmer and dairyman, who worked at Bassett’s Dairy for many years before retiring. He is survived by his daughter, Betty N. (Leo Jr.) Jones; brothers, Albert Noble, Shelly (Lola) Noble, William (Ruby) Noble, Robert Noble and George (Linda) Noble; sisters, Mary N. (Claude) Edge, Ruby N. (Samuel) Pettway, Carrie Noble and Bernice Noble and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mr. Noble was predeceased by his parents, Eddie and Queen Seabrooks Noble; a brother, Willie James Noble and a sister, Queen Noble.

NOBLE, Lola Pearl Smith Noble (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL August 30th, 2013) Lola Pearl Smith Noble, 67, departed this life on Monday, August 26, 2013. Funeral services will be Saturday at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, with burial at the church cemetery in the Ashville community. Lola was a native of Ashford, AL and one of 18 children, 14 of whom preceded her in death. She was a retired Certified Nurses Assistant, having worked at Jefferson Nursing Center over 32 years. Cherishing her love and memory are her devoted husband, Shelly Noble, Sr.; 2 sons, Shelly Jr. (Lynet) and Maurice Noble; 2 sisters, Mary Jane Lawton and Annie Pearl (Wash) Blackmon; a brother James (Gloria) Smith; 3 sisters-in-law, Mary (Claude) Edge, Carrie and Bernice Noble; 5 brothers-in-law, Albert, Robert, William (Ruby) and George (Linda) Noble; and Samuel Pettway; seven grandchildren and a host of other loving relatives. Tillman of Monticello is in charge of the arrangements.

NOBLES, Beverly Vivian Nobles (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 1, 2006) ARGYLE, Beverly Vivian Nobles, 52, of Argyle, died Wednesday (Nov. 29, 2006) at her residence after an illness.She was a native of Clinch County where she attended the public schools. She graduated from Clinch County High School in 1972. She received a degree in nursing from South Georgia College in Douglas. Her parents are Myra Ford, of Argyle, and the late Jesse McGriff. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilbert Nobles. Survivors include two daughters, Olenka Worley (Glenn), of Sierra Vista, Ariz., and Nachema McGill, of Atlanta; four sisters, karen Davis (Rogers), of Douglas, the Rev. Castherine Mathis (Rev. Johnny), of Jesup, Carolyn Caldwell, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Patsey Scriber, of the U.S. Navy, Spain; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Nobles residence, 74 Pine Ave., Argyle. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

NOBLES, Elsie Elizabeth Stegman Nobles (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 April 2010) Mrs. Elsie Elizabeth Stegman Nobles, age 97, of Douglas passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at the Shady Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center, following an extended illness. Mrs. Nobles, a native of Ellis, KS, was a retired Roller with King Edward Cigar Company. She was the daughter of the late George Stegman and the late Cecilia Fraudemeyer Stegman, and the wife of the late Johnny Raymond Nobles. She was also preceded in death by a son, Albert Anderson, a sister, Henrietta Fries, and a brother, Frank Stegman. Mrs. Nobles was of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include: children: Marie Thomas Bert Anderson and Edward Sowell all of Jacksonville, FL and Johnny Nobles of Douglas, GA; sister: Bertha Anderson of Custer, KS; 9 grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Saturday, April 24, 2010, at Ricketson Funeral Home. The interment followed in the Mt. Horeb Cemetery, in Pinetta, Madison County, FL. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NOBLES, James Nobles (Abstracted from the 16 December 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. James Nobles, age 89, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2016, at Manor House following an extended illness. Mr. Nobles was born on February 15, 1927, in Ocilla, GA, to the late John Clark Nobles and Ned Naomi Harper Nobles. Survivors include: his sons, Johnny C. (Jan) Nobles of Nicholls, GA; brother, Loren (Sandra) Nobles of Brunswick, GA; 9 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Hutcheson Nobles and a daughter, Janice M. Knapp. Funeral Services were Monday, December 5, 2016, at Calvary Mission Holiness Baptist Church. Interment followed at Chatterton Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. 43

NOBLES, Julian William Nobles (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Julian William Nobles. 86, passed away after a short illness at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital on June 8, 2009. Julian was preceded in death by his wife Pauline “Polly” Nobles. He is survived by his daughter, Sally Judah of Orlando, a son, Scott Nobles of Slidell, LA, 6 grandson, 2 great grandchildren. He was born in Blakely, GA in 1922, where he spent his early years, moving to Monticello, FL in 1949, and then Perry in 1962, where he lived until his death. Julian worked in the Civilian Conservation Corp in the late 1930’s and was an active Navy Combat Veteran of World War #II. During his Navy service, he participated in the invasion of North Africa, Sicily, Salerno and D-Day in Normandy France. Before beginning his lifelong career as an automobile parts dealer, he played semi- pro baseball in Thomasville and Albany Georgia. He thoroughly enjoyed fishing, gathering vegetables for his neighbors, and cutting a rug to country music on Saturday nights. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 12th at the chapel of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Pineview Memorial Gardens.

NOBLES, Raymond M. Nobles (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 10, 1969) Raymond M. Nobles of 11073 Pine Acre Road, Mandarin, died Sunday in a local hospital after a brief illness. A native of Madison County he had resided in Jacksonville 18 years and was a retired mining engineer for the American Cyanide Company. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Bertie A. Nobles of Jacksonville; a daughter, Mrs. Mildred Henderson of Memphis, TN; three sons, Raymond Nobles of Jacksonville; Ervin Nobles of Baldwin and Orbin Nobles of Memphis, TN; two brothers, Lige Nobles of Tampa; and Jim Nobles of Dowling Park; and fifteen grandchildren. Funeral services were Wednesday in Midway Baptist Church, Madison County, FL with interment in the church cemetery.

NOBLES, Vivian Marie Nobles (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 26 May 2020) Mrs. Vivian Marie Nobles, age 61, passed away on May 26, 2020 at her home in Perry, FL. Vivian was born July 26, 1958 in Perry, Florida to James Thomas and Alvilta Mills Thomas. Vivian was preceded in death by her parents James and Alvilta Thomas and two brothers Earl Thomas, and James Thomas. She is survived by her husband of 43 years Mr. Dennis Nobles; four children, 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren, two sisters and one brother as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be at Lighthouse Revival Center. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

NOEGEL, Mrs. Charles Noegel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 5, 1943) Funeral services were held here Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Van H. Priest, for Mrs. Charles Noegel, mother of Mrs. Priest. Interment was in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Mrs. Noegel died Monday, March 1st, in Jasper, at the home of her son, Mr. Albert Page, with whom she was residing during her late illness. She made Madison her home for many years. her husband, the late Charles Noegel died May 10, 1927, and is buried at Oak Ridge. Mrs. Noegel was buried on her birthday. Mrs. Noegel was born March 3, 1874. Her maiden name was Miss Lettie Otelia Pueschell. She contracted an early marriage to Charles Vernon Page, and two children were born to them, Mrs. F. W. Noegel, of Cochran, GA and Mr. Albert Page, of Jasper. To her later marriage to Mr. Charles Noegel four children were born. They are Mrs. Van H. Priest, of Madison, Charles Noegel, Jr., of Monticello, John Noegel, of Jacksonville, and Corporal George Rudolf Noegel , of Camp Livingston, LA. Other survivors are children of Mr. Noegel’s first marriage: F. W. Noegel of Cochran, GA, Mrs. P. C. Wilkins of Monticello, Mrs. W. H. Harper of Sumner, GA, Mrs. J. W. Platt of Summerville, Nicholas Noegel of Murphy, NC and Mrs. W. B. Stokes of Madison. Several grandchildren and one great grandchild, little Rosemary Otelia Clark, two sisters, Mrs. Annie E. Brown of Lake City and Miss Lillie Ries of Cochran, GA, one brother, John A. Pueschell of Lake City and a host of nieces and nephews also surv

NOEGEL, Elizabeth Noegel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 20, 1969) Elizabeth Noegel, age 59, died Saturday in Doctor’s Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, after a long illness. She was born in Madison County and was a member of the Greenville Baptist Church. Since 1942 she had made her home in Jacksonville. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Richard Crabtree, and one granddaughter, Miss Elizabeth Crabtree of Jacksonville; her mother, Mrs. J. R. Laney of Greenville; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Taylor of Gainesville and Mrs. A. M. Day of Perry; four brothers James Laney of Ft. Myers; Joe Laney and Donald Laney of Greenville and Julian Laney of Brandon. Funeral services were held Monday in the Greenville Baptist Church with interment in Evergreen Cemetery at Greenville.

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NOEGEL, Fred W. Noegel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 15, 1954) Fred W. Noegel, 65, former Madisonian and brother of Mrs. Van H. Priest of this city, was brutally murdered in his store in Augusta, GA Saturday night a few minutes after eight o’clock. Robbery was considered the motive for the crime. Mr. Noegel operated a big supermarket in the Georgia city, and the help had just knocked off for the day when the tragedy took place. Noegel himself remained in the store for a few minutes and was back in the meat department when suddenly he was bludgeoned on the head. Indications were that a terrific struggle ensued between Mr. Noegel and his assailant before he was overcome. In addition to being beaten, Mr. Noegel was also savagely cut and stabbed. A friend came by the store and noticed the door open, walked in to tell Mr. Noegel about a fishing trip from which he had just returned. Instead he found his friend on the floor dead. Noegel’s wallet was missing, but no other money was taken. Suspicion pointed strongly to a man who had bought some cigarettes and a cold drink in the store just before closing time, and who was arrested. Mr. Noegel is survived by his wife, one son, and grandchildren and several brothers and sisters. He lived in Cochrane, GA many years before moving to Augusta.

NOEGEL, John Franklin Noegel (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 18, 1966) John Franklin Noegel, age 57, died Sunday in Jacksonville after a long illness. He was a native of Madison County, and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Noegel. He had lived in Jacksonville for a number of years where he was connected with the Auchter Construction Company. Survivors are three daughters, Miss (unreadable - maybe Joan) Noegel; Mrs. Richard Crabtree and Mrs. Roy Smith of Jacksonville; four grandchildren; six sisters, Mrs. Van H. Priest of Madison; Mrs. W. B. Stokes, of Atlanta; Mrs. F. W. Noegel of Augusta, GA; Mrs. W. H. Harper of Sylvester, GA; Mrs. J. W. Plant, of Hialeah, Mrs. Mollie Wilkins, of Monticello; three brothers, George R. Noegel of Fort Myers, N. E. Noegel of Fort Myers; Albert Page of Jasper and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday in Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

NOEL, Adam Douglas Noel (Abstracted from the 13 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Adam Douglas Noel, age 28, of Waycross, passed away Saturday (July 9, 2016) at his residence. Born in Waycross, Oct. 1, 1987, he lived in Offerman for many years before moving to Waycross in 2011. He was a 2006 graduate of Pierce County High School and was a member of the Pearson-Dial Funeral Home family where he worked for the last eight years. He was also the pianist and choir director at Blackshear First United Methodist Church. An extremely talented young man, he played the piano at the Offerman Church of God for several years and would play the piano and sing for weddings and funerals when asked. He was always kind, very funny (with a little bit of sarcasm) and was loved by everyone. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Allan Douglas Noel, and his maternal grandfather, Claude Roberson. Survivors include his mother, Sheila Ann Morgan Hulett (Francis Larney), of Douglas; two brothers, Danny Turner (Shawna Lynn) of Waycross, and Jason Turner (Jennifer) of Blackshear; his maternal grandmother, Ludell (Jerome) Griner of Offerman, and Ray Eugene Morgan of Blackshear; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and other relatives. The funeral will be Friday at First United Methodist Church in Blackshear. Interment will be in the Little Utah Cemetery in Axson Friday. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc., of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

NOEL, Allan Douglas Noel (Abstracted from the 4 December 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) SAVANNAH — Allan Douglas Noel, age 56, of Waycross, passed away Sunday (Nov. 29, 2015) at St. Joseph’s / Candler Hospital in Savannah following an extended illness. Born in a Naval Hospital in Baltimore, MD, Aug. 15, 1959, he was reared in a military home traveling with his family to different Air Force bases throughout the United States before enlisting in the United States Navy in 1977. During his military tenure, he was able to travel to many different countries such as the Philippines, Singapore, China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Australia. Following his military career, he became a long haul truck driver for many years before his health forced him to retire. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin Dewey and Dorothy Jean Stewart Noel. Survivors include his son, Adam Douglas Noel of Waycross; a brother and caregiver, Keith (Cindy) Noel of Waycross, 1 brother, Jimmie B. (Sarah) Noel of Brunswick; and 1 sister, Carol J. Noel of Blackshear; 1 nephew, Storm Noel of Aviano, Italy; 2 nieces, Melissa Ramsey (Les) Fullard of Blackshear, and Amber Ramsey Patel, of Fargo, ND; numerous cousins and other relatives. A graveside service will be Saturday at the Little Utah Cemetery in Axson. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc., of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

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(Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 29 March 2017) Dorothy Noel, age 92, passed on while surrounded by her family on Thursday, March 23rd, 2017. Dorothy was a very caring and compassionate person, and always put the needs of others before her own. The love of her life found her in Sarasota, FL and that's where they raised a wonderful family. She was well known and respected in her local communities. She retired from banking in the 90s and moved to Pinetta with her husband. Dorothy adored nature and appreciated every experience and relationship with giving thanks to God's glory. It was the simple things around her in life that she never took for granted, commenting daily how fortunate and thankful she was. Above all, Dorothy was absolutely devoted to her husband and everything they built together in God's good grace. She supported, respected, and loved her husband & family unconditionally. She was a strong woman of unfettered faith, believing in the power and fortitude of Jesus Christ's love and the beauty & peace that would await her after passing. She is survived by her sons, Richard Noel of Pinetta & Bruce Noel of Lorida, and her three grandsons, Jay Noel, Geoff Noel, and Brandon Noel; as well as a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Her parents, sisters & brother, husband John Noel, and son Charles Noel preceded her in death. Graveside services will be held at Mt. Horeb Cemetery, in Pinetta, FL on Monday, March 27th, 2017.

NOLA, Thomas Joseph Nola Sr. (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 9 April 2017) Thomas Joseph 'Tommy Joe' Nola, Sr. age 75, of Perry, FL passed away on April 9, 2017, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in Tallahassee, FL. Tommy Joe was born December 31, 1941 in St. Andrews, FL to the late George Nola and Clarice Baney Nola. Tommy Joe lived in Perry most all his life and was of the Christian faith. He loved hunting, fishing, and softball and was an avid Gator fan. Also in his spare time he enjoyed Lebanese and Florida Cracker cooking. Tommy Joe is pre deceased by his parents and two sisters Melia Craft and Nina Harris. He is survived by two sons, Thomas Joseph Nola, Jr. of Montgomery AL and Brian Richard Nola of Lynn Haven FL; three sisters, Susie Jolley of Perry, FL, JoHelen Hartley of Branden, FL and Ava Holley of Salt Lake City, UT; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Private services for Tommy Joe will be held at a later date. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

NOLAN, Albert Sidney Nolan (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 30 August 2010) Mr. Albert Sidney Nolan, age 83, of Willacoochee, GA, passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2010, in Willacoochee, GA. Mr. Nolan, a native of Willacoochee, GA, was born November 7, 1926. He is the son of the late Ezekiel Isaac and Delilah Paulk Nolan. Mr. Nolan was a retired farmer and a member of the Saint Paul Catholic Church in Douglas, GA. Funeral services were Friday, July 2, 2010, at the Saint Paul Catholic Church near Douglas, GA. Burial followed in the Holy Family Cemetery in Atkinson County, Georgia. Survivors include: wife: Irene Highsmith Nolan; son: Don Nolan of Willacoochee, GA; grandchildren: Kelci Adona Nolan and Sidney Abram (Tiffany) Nolan of Douglas, GA; great -grandchild: Kadyn Sidney Nolan; and several nieces and nephews. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NOLAN, James Lloyd Nolan Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) James Lloyd Nolan Sr., age 73, of Valdosta GA passed away Friday October 18, 2013 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on February 21, 1940 to the late Clinton David Nolan, Sr. and Virginia Nell Black. He was a retired chief of Eastside Volunteer Fire Department and a machinist at Owens-Illinois, Inc. He also was the owner and operator of Eagle Fire and Safety until his retirement. He was a member of the Valdosta Elks Lodge and enjoyed fishing, camping, his grandchildren and meeting new people. He is preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother Benny Nolan, sister and brother-in-law Martha and Carroll Fender, and sister Susan Nolan McLeod. Survivors include his wife of 53 years Dorothy Nolan of Valdosta, GA; 3 sons and daughter-in- law James L. Nolan Jr. of Valdosta, GA; Greg Nolan (Karen) of Valdosta, GA; Richard Nolan of Valdosta, GA; 7 grandchildren: Tara Nolan, Kayla Boyd(Eric), Kyle Nolan(Brittney), Jessica Tutt(James), Greg Minter(Randi), Jordan Nolan, Ansley Nolan; 9 great-grandchildren; 3 brothers David and Donna Nolan of Valdosta, GA; Calvin and Lynn Nolan Valdosta, GA; Bubba and Debbie Nolan of Valdosta, GA; brother-in-law Eanix Poole(Wavene) Lineville, AL; mother-in-law, Loretta Poole of Grand Ridge, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be held Monday October 21, 2013 at Music Funeral Services of Valdosta GA. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Elks Christmas Basket Fund, PO Box 1455, Valdosta, GA 31603 and Georgia Fire Fighters Burn Association, www.gfbf.thankyou4caring.org, 2575 Chantilly Dr., Atlanta, GA 30324. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Nolan family.

NOLAN, Marquetta Nolan – Death Announcement (Abstracted from the 30 April 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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Mrs. Marquetta Nolan, age 53 of Blackshear transitioned from this walk of life on Sunday (April 28, 2019). The funeral will be at the Harrington Chapel.

NOLAN, William H. Nolan (Abstracted from the January 28, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) William H. “Bill” Nolan, age 80, of Folkston, passed away Sunday (Jan. 26, 2014) surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Jacksonville, FL, to Ralph Chester and Florie Smith Nolan Jan. 17, 1934. He retired after 30 years as a foreman with Georgia Department of Transportation. He won an award for planting the blackeyed Susans (yellow blooming flowers) along the sides of the major roads around Folkston. He was a member of Cypress Creek Hunting Club and an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of Camp Pinckney Baptist Church. Survivors include 8 daughters, Cindy M. Dixon (Denise Abbott), of Statesville, NC, Susan J. Horne, of Folkston, Debra D. (Charles) Woods, of Lincolnton, NC, Kimberly (Keith) Mobley, of Waycross, Tamra Joy Nolan, of Gastonia, NC, Karyn (Tim) Beard, of Folkston, Renee M. (Cecil) Bodrey, of Cordele, Jodi J. (Mark) Spurlock, of Folkston; 1 son, Billy Nolan, of Gastonia, NC; a twin brother, Harold Nolan, of Seattle, WA; 1 sister, Marie Brogi, of Seattle, WA; 25 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Christopher Spurlock, Michael Horne, Daniel Nolan, Willie Bodrey, Andrew Bodrey and James Beard. The funeral will be Wednesday at Shepard Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Homeland Cemetery. Arrangements are with Shepard Funeral Home, Folkston.

NOLES, William Hill Noles (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA January 4, 2015) William Hill Noles, age 61, of Ray City, GA passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center, Lakeland Villa in Lakeland, GA after a lengthy illness. He was born February 26, 1953 in Valdosta, GA to the late Edmond Hill and Vina (Hamm) Noles Jr. He was an automotive mechanic by trade and owner of Noles Front End and Brake Service in Ray City, GA. His survivors include his daughter Brandi Bridges, of Ray City, GA 1 granddaughter: Kori Bridges, of Ray City, GA; 1 grandson: Matthew Davis, of Quitman, GA; 1 brother: Randall J. Noles, of Ray City, GA; and a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Tuesday, January 6, 2015 in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services in Lakeland, GA.

NOMBRE, Payton McKenzie Nombre – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 18 March 2020) March 18, 2020 - March 18, 2020

NOONCHESTER, Jessica Simmons Noonchester (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 16 November 2020) Jessica Simmons Noonchester, age 38, of Pavo, GA, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. She was born in Ft. Knox, KY on July 13, 1982 to William Simmons & Brenda Pritchard Hall, who both survive. She had an Associate Degree in Nursing and was attending Southern Regional Technical College to further her education. She married Joseph Noonchester on November 9, 2018, who survives. She will be truly missed by all who loved her. In addition to her husband and parents, survivors include: her two sons, Hayden Gelissen and Jeffery Busby both of Pavo, GA, 13 brothers & sisters and many nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her father who raised her, Larry Blaylock.

NORBECK, Peter Norbeck (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 25, 1936) U. S. Senator Peter Norbeck, 66, veteran South Dakota Republican, died of a heart attack December 20, at Redfield, SD. The widow, Lydia was at the deathbed.

NORFLEET, Claude Michael Norfleet (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Claude Michael Norfleet, 57, of Waynesville, passed away Friday (April 5, 2013) at his residence following an extended illness. Born in Brunswick, he was the son of Pearles Ray and Charlotte Virginia Caler Norfleet. He was preceded in death by a brother, Everett Norfleet, and a sister, Donna Jean Norfleet. He was retired from Ft. Stewart DHR as an accountant and loved fishing and hunting. He also was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his parents, Pearles Ray and Charlotte Virginia Caler Norfleet; three brothers, Tony Norfleet, of Brunswick, Danny Norfleet, of Waynesville, and Raymond Norfleet, of Atkinson; four sisters and a brother-in-law, Linda and Andy Taylor, of Brunswick, Winda O’Quinn, of Waynesville, Renea Daniels, of Waynesville, and Marie Norfleet, of Brunswick; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be held Tuesday Frye Funeral Home Chapel. Memorialization is by cremation. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. 47

NORFLEET, J. H. Norfleet (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 12, 1948) J. H. Norfleet, father of Nat Norfleet of this city, died suddenly of a heart attack while taking a bath at his home in Lakeland Wednesday afternoon. He was a traveling salesman for years. The body was to be cremated in Orlando yesterday following a brief funeral service.

NORFLEET, Mrs. J. H. Norfleet (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 17, 1956) Mrs. J. H. Norfleet, widow of the late J. H. Norfleet, and mother of the late Nat Norfleet, of Madison, died Friday in the Belle Glade Memorial Hospital. She had been in declining health for several years. Funeral services were held Saturday in Orlando. Cremation followed. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Ralph McDonald, of Belle Glade; two sons, John L. Norfleet, of Orlando; and J. H. Norfleet, Jr., of Miami; one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Nat Norfleet, of Madison and eight grandchildren among whom are Nat Norfleet, Jr., University of Florida and Misses Ray and Nell Norfleet, of Madison.

NORFLEET, Nat Smith Norfleet (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 25, 1960) Nat Smith Norfleet, age 23, of Madison, died Monday morning March 21st, at the National Institute of Health, Bethesda, MD, after a four months’ illness. He was born in Madison, the son of the late Nat Norfleet. He received his early education in the Madison schools and after graduating from high school, he entered the School of Pharmacy at the University of Florida which he attended two years and was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He was continuing his studies at the Southern School of Pharmacy in Atlanta, when he became ill. He was married to Miss Ann Morrow Mickler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mickler, who with two small sons, Nat and Mike survives. Other survivors include his mother and step-father, Mr. and Mrs. Kirby Reichmann, and two sisters, Miss Ray Norfleet and Miss Nell Norfleet (paper is torn here). Services were held Thursday with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

NORFLETT, Lillie Mae Spatcher Norflett (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 23, 2005) A funeral for Lillie Mae Spatcher Norflett, 89, will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at New Bethel A.M.E. Church in Callahan, Fla. with the Rev. Willie McLaurin Jr. officiating.She was a native of Charlton County who lived in Callahan most of her life. There she received her formal education. Her parents were the late Richard and Lula Jenkins Spatcher. She was also preceded in death by seven siblings. She was a long time member of New Bethel A.M.E. Church and was a retired cook. Survivors include several nieces and nephews, Rodney McKnight, Magnolia Humphries, Essence Humphries and Bertha Killings, all of Callahan, Fla., Nathaniel Spatcher, Veronica Pryor, Emanuel Spatcher, Harry Lee Spatcher, Lorene, Willie Kindell and Albert Spatcher, all of Orlando, Fla., and Walter Nelson, of Gainesville, Fla.; a host of grand-nieces, grandnephews and other relatives, Friends are being received at her nephew's residence, Rodney McKnight, 45158 Page St., Callahan, Fla. The body will be placed in the church at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Burial will be in Pinkney Chapel Cemetery in Charlton County. Funeral arrangements are with Fluker Funeral Home of Waycross.

NORMAN, Anthony Alan Norman (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 21 August 2014) Mr. Anthony Alan “Tony” Norman, age 47, of Willacoochee passed away Monday, August 11, 2014, at his residence, following a short illness. Mr. Norman was born August 11, 1967, to the late Willie Albert Norman and Mary Clifton Norman. Mr. Norman, a native of Coffee County, was an employee of Wal-Mart. Mr. Norman was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church. Survivors include 1 daughter Ciara Norman of Douglas, GA; his mother, Mary Clifton Norman of Waycross, GA; 1 sister, Sherry Louise Moody of Waycross, GA; one brother, John Clifton Norman of Willacoochee, GA; a number of nieces; 1 nephew; and other relatives. Funeral services were Saturday, August 16, 2014, at the St. Mark United Methodist Church. The interment followed in the Satilla Memorial Gardens. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

NORMAN, Catharin Reddick Norman (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 7 April 2017) Catharin Reddick Norman, beloved great-grandmother, kitchen committee pioneer, elections representative, educator, coach, community volunteer, and neighbor, passed after celebrating her last birthday with family and friends, on a pleasant Friday, April 7, 2017. Her father, George Franklin Reddick, was a master machinist with Brooks Scanlon Lumber in Carbur, then with Buckeye through retirement. Her mother, Nettie Prince Reddick, raised 5 industrious citizens, and was very active in the 48 church and community. Catharin was born in Perry in 1918, and returned after the Carbur Camp closed in 1928. "Shack" graduated from TCHS in 1935, and from Georgia State College for Women in 1939 with a B.S. in Health, Physical Education & Sciences. She returned to TCHS in 1939 to teach general science, chemistry, biology, physiology and coach basketball and cheer-leading. For over 30 years, she cultivated the girls' physical education program and helped drive the bus for team players and brought home the 1952 NFC championship, while teaching swimming as part of the County's summer recreation program. In 1972, she was named District Teacher of the Year. In 1999, she was appointed to the Educators Hall of Fame. After she retired from teaching in 1976, Catharin welcomed a second career with the Supervisor of Elections Office. Little did she know that over the next 25+ years she would interface with computers, hanging chads, and election monitors, with whom she refused to share homemade pimento cheese. She retired for the 2nd time at the age of 88. In the background, she chaired the Church Kitchen, Renovation and Building Committees, managed the annual Turkey Supper (1945-2007), Holy Week Breakfasts, Wednesday Fellowship Suppers, and Historic Registries. She is proud to have worked with the Girl Scouts, Red Cross, Library, Tuberculosis Association, Hospital Auxiliary, Guild Circle, and so many more. Catharin learned to ski in her 60's, overcame many breaks and falls being active, and charitable, happily. In 1996, she threw the first pitch to christen Catharin Reddick Norman Park, just down the street ("Catharin Norman Lane") from her lifelong home which she built with husband, Woodruff Clyde Norman (d. 1972). In 2013, she was recognized as Buckeye's FCU Community Minded Member of the Year. Catharin is survived by her older sister (Ruth Henry), youngest brother (Harold Reddick), son (W.C. Norman, Jr. and wife Susan Shaver Norman), 3 grandchildren (Missy, Mandy, and Bob), and 3 great-grandchildren (West, Liam, and Presley). We welcome you to celebrate her life at a service in her honor at the First United Methodist Church in Perry on Saturday, April 15. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the First United Methodist Church Kitchen Committee at PO Box 487, Perry, FL 32348. All arrangements are under the care of TJ Beggs Jr. & Sons Funeral Homes.

NORMAN, Evelyn Beatrice Welch Norman (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 4 April 2020) Evelyn Beatrice Welch Norman, age 93, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Langdale Place. She was born in Ware County, GA, on August 13, 1926 to the late Annie Kemp and John Melton Welch. Evelyn worked as a bookkeeper at The Welch Company. She was a homemaker, Sunday school teacher and a wonderful loving wife and mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. She was a true Southern Lady full of hospitality and love for everyone. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Julian Norman; five brothers; and five sisters. Survivors include her son, Frank (Cissy) Norman of Valdosta, GA; daughter, Ruthanne N. Eldridge of Baxley, GA; son, Don (Dabney) Norman of Jacksonville, FL; 7 grandchildren: Jeremy, Keely, Halle, Erin, Reuben, Jennifer, and Kelly; 10 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. There will be a private family graveside service at Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Options Now in Valdosta, GA (214 W Park Ave, Valdosta, GA 31602). The Norman family is being served by the caring and professional staff at Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

NORMAN, Evelyn Marie Melton Norman (Abstracted from the 20 April 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Evelyn Marie Melton Norman, age 67, of Blackshear, passed away Friday (April 17, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Waycross, April 19, 1947, she lived in Pierce County most of her life. She was a retired seamstress having worked for the Spatola Shoe Factory, Reuben Brothers Shoe Factory, Pierce Shoe Manufacturing and finally retiring from Julie Hat. She also worked on the family farm while growing up and was a homemaker at the time of her death. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting, working in her flower garden and reading. She was of the Baptist faith and will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a daughter of the late James Limon and Mary Magdalene O’Bright Melton. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, an infant, Carolyn Gill and Margaret Ivey. Survivors include her husband of almost 49 years, Jimmy Norman of Blackshear; 1 daughter and son-in-law, Teresa (Ronnie) Evener of Blackshear; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Gary (Paula) Norman of Blackshear; 1 brother, Lamar Melton of Blackshear; 6 grandchildren, Shelly Strickland, Amber Strickland, Kayla Strickland, Hank Norman, Hunter Norman and Cheyenne Norman; 8 great-grandchildren, Emilie Strickland, Edward Strickland, Isaiah Scott, Bailie Scott, Kingsley Norman, Zeb Norman, Levi Norman and Remington Norman; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral was held on her birthday, Sunday (April 19, 2015) at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment was in the Jordan Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

NORMAN, Floyd Norman (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 10, 1946) Floyd Norman, aged 73, died April 26, at his home a few miles north of the town. Mr. Norman came to Madison in 1926, from Oklahoma City, OK. He was a printer by trade and at one time was connected with the Enterprise-Recorder. He was married to 49

Miss Whittie Latner of Madison, who with one daughter, Miss Barbara Jean Norman, survives him. By a previous marriage in Oklahoma, he is survived by a son, F. A. Norman, and a daughter, Edeni Merrell Norman, both of Oklahoma. He was laid to rest in Pine Grove Cemetery, April 30.

NORMAN, Freddie Malcolm Norman (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Freddie M. Norman, 59, of Perry passed away on August 13, 2010 at his residence in Perry. Freddie was born on August 19, 1950 in Moulton, AL to Charles Norman and the former Ms. Ruby Flake Norman. He had lived in Perry since 1966 coming here from Alabama. Freddie was of the Baptist Faith and attended Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing and shooting pool. Survivors include his wife of 23 years Tammy Norman of Perry; 2 sons Joshua Norman and Matthew Norman and 2 daughters Katina Norman and Patricia Bill all of Perry; 6 grandchildren as well as a host of nieces nephews also survive him. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday August 15 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Burial will be at Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church.

NORMAN, Mary Clifton Norman (Abstracted from the 11 December 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mary Clifton Norman, age 83, of Waycross, was born in Pavo, GA, Nov. 28, 1934, daughter of the late Ezekiel and Naomi Clifton, along with two sisters, Louise Herndon and Hazel McCuskey. She passed away Friday (Dec. 8, 2017) at Baptist Village in Waycross following an extended illness. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Albert Norman, a son, Anthony Allen Norman, two sisters, Hazel McClusky and Louise Herndon. Survivors include a daughter, Sherry (Dean) Moody of Waycross; a son, John Clifton Norman of Willacoochee; five grandchildren, Mary Allison Moody, of Waycross, Micah Nathaniel Norman, Mikaelia Faith Norman and Rachael Elizabeth Norman all of Willacoochee, and Clara Desiree Norman of Douglas; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will be Tuesday at St. Mark United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Satilla Memorial Gardens. She and her family were members of Ione United Methodist Church in Pavo. She attended Andrew College in Cuthbert. She continued her studies at Georgia Southern College and earned a bachelors and master’s degrees in education. She met her husband, Professor Albert W. Norman, while attending Georgia Southern. They were married on Aug. 4, 1957, and moved to Douglas. She was a charter member of St. Mark United Methodist Church in Douglas. She was a lifelong educator in the Coffee County schools, and was the inspirational mother of three children, Sherry, John and Tony. She had six grandchildren, Mary Allison Moody, of Waycross, Micah, Mikaela and Rachel Norman, as well as Ciara Norman, of Douglas. She became the first female teacher in the Coffee County schools to earn a master’s degree in education. Her entire adult life was spent teaching young children. Tireless hours were spent grading papers and preparing lessons for the children. Her dedication to education was an inspiration, as two of her children went on to choose teaching as a career. Faith in God defined her life. Her walk with Jesus Christ as her personal savior was her testimony of faith to her family and church. She fervently desired her family and friends to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. She faithfully studied the Bible and held many positions at St. Mark. One of her favorite roles was singing in the choir, where she always enjoyed singing hymns of praise to her Lord. She and her daughter Sherry enjoyed attending spiritual retreats offered by the United Methodist Church at Epworth By the Sea on St. Simons Island. She was a dedicated mother, wife and servant of God. She had a soft and loving way that was expressed through her precious smile and gentle voice. She always had soothing words for any situation, and she always put the needs of others ahead of her own. Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

NORMAN, Tammy Denise Norman (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 6 July 2018) Tammy Denise Norman, age 49, passed away on July 5, 2018 in Perry, FL. Tammy was born October 4, 1968 in Madison, FL to Bert Holden and Linda Marie Blanton Holden. Tammy attended Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church. Tammy was a homemaker, who loved her family. Tammy was preceded in death by her husband Freddie Norman. Tammy is survived by her parents Bert and Linda Holden; 2 sons Joshua and Mathew (Alise) Norman, her brother Jimmy (Nancy) Holden, her sister Sherry (Phillip) Fulford, seven grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 7, 2018, at Burns Funeral Home in Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

NORMAN, Vera Ruth Manders Norman (Abstracted from the 19 September 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BRISTOL — Vera Ruth Manders Norman, age 87, of Bristol, passed away Sunday (Sept. 17, 2017) at her residence. Born in Ellijay Jan. 30, 1930, she lived in Pierce County most of her life. She was a homemaker and enjoyed reading, playing solitaire, fishing and shopping. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed. She was a daughter of the late William Henry and Beulah Mae West Manders. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Lawton Norman, two 50 daughters, Gwen Christopher and Tina Luke, a grandson, Joey Norman Jr., a sister, Berniece Murray, and four brothers, Earl Manders, James Manders, Roy Manders and Paul Manders. Survivors include four daughters, Barbara Walker of Florida, Nancy (Steve) Carter of Mershon, Marian (Ed) Crew of North Carolina, and Alice (Lonnie) Strickland of Winder; two sons, Marvin (Pat) Norman of Hoboken, and Robert Norman of Bristol; seven sisters, Eula Mae Miller of Blackshear, Eunice Pittman of Indian Head, MD, Katie Goble of Blackshear, Lucy (Nick) Rodriquez of San Diego, CA, Susie Kurtz of Ray City, Katherine Carter of St. George, and Annette Manders of Marietta; three brothers, Eugene (Louvenia) Manders of Hoboken, Cecil (Norma Jean) Manders of Blackshear, and Johnny (Vernell) Manders of Waycross; a sister-in-law, Juanita Manders of Blackshear; 15 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Wednesday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation.

NORRIS, Archie Norris (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 6, 1954) Archie Norris, age 57, died Saturday, July 31st, in the Quitman Hospital after a long illness. He was a native of Madison County and had spent most of his life farming in the Lovett community. Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Addie McGill Norris; two sons, Herbert L. and Gerald Norris; two daughters, Mrs. Marcus Day and Mrs. Norman Newman, and two sisters, Mrs. Aline King and Mrs. Ruth King, all of Lovett. Also four grandchildren survive. Funeral services were held at St. John’s Baptist Church with interment in Evergreen Cemetery at Greenville.

NORRIS, Charles Edmond Norris (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 27 July 2016) Charles Edmond Norris, age 84, passed away July 27, 2016 in Madison, FL. Charles was born April 4, 1932 in Greenville, FL to the late George Luther Norris and Bessie McGill Norris. Mr. Norris was a lifelong resident of the Lovett area. He was of the Baptist faith and was a member of St. Johns Baptist Church. Charles worked with Madison County Road Department for 23 years. Mr. Norris is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Marjorie Norris; two sons, Brian Norris of Pigeon Forge, TN and Wendell Norris of Birmingham, AL; 1 brother, James T. Norris and 1 sister, Eurlene Norris, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at the Burns Madison Chapel in Madison, FL. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, FL.

NORRIS, Donald Adrian Norris Jr. (Abstracted from the October 21, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Donald Adrian Norris Jr., 64, of Patterson, passed away Saturday (Oct. 19, 2013) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. Born in Dayton, OH April 4, 1949, he lived in Perry for several years before moving to Pierce County in 1973. He was the manager of The Barnard Company for 26 years prior to teaching construction at Pierce County High School from which he retired. He was a former mayor of Patterson and was a former member of the Patterson Lions Club. He was a very active member of Patterson Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, the church treasurer and the sound director. He was a member of the Median Adult IV Sunday School Class. He enjoyed building and collecting radio controlled airplanes. He also enjoyed cooking and fishing and will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his mother, Florence Ethel Cecelia Keck Norris. He is survived by his wife, Dot DuBois Norris, of Patterson; a daughter and son-in-law, Marti and David Cauthen, of Patterson; a son and daughter-in-law, Donny III and Anna Norris, of Patterson; his father, Don Norris Sr., of Perry; a sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Keiland Harrington, of Perry; a brother and sister-in-law, Gerald and Kathy Norris, of Perry; 5 grandchildren, Raechel Cauthen, Raegen Cauthen, Coleman Lee, Thomas Cauthen and Mary Grace Norris; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Monday at Patterson Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Patterson Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 811 Beacon St., Waycross, GA 31501 or to the Patterson Baptist Church Building Fund, 5770 E. Main St., Patterson, GA 31557. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

NORRIS, Donald Leroy Norris (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard & June Spear) Donald Leroy Norris, age 77, of Madison, died Friday at his home in Cherry Lake. He spent most of his life in Madison except for his time in the U.S Army. He was a retired Correctional Officer with the State of Florida and a member of Harmony Baptist Church. Graveside funeral services were held Monday, November 4, 2013, at Harmony Baptist Church. Burial followed at the church cemetery. He is survived by 1 brother, Johnny Norris of Madison; 2 sisters, Lorene Darville (Walter) of Tampa and Louise Morgan (Harvey) of Day; 4 sisters-in-law, Katherine Summerlin of Hurtsboro, Deloris Norris of Land O’ Lakes, Willete Norris of Bryceville, Marteal Norris of Soddy Daisy, TN. He was predeceased by his wife, Sarah Helen Floyd Norris; 2 sisters, Rilla Norris and Gussie O’Neal Smith; and 5 brothers, Wilbur, Charles, James, Jack, and Billy Norris. In lieu of flowers, the 51

Family suggests a donation to Big Bend Hospice, 1785 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, 32301 or Harmony Baptist Church, 266 N.W. Harmony Church Way, Greenville FL, 32331.

NORRIS, Ezekiel Burton Norris (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 16, 1951) Ezekiel Burton Norris, age 63, died early Sunday morning at the local hospital of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was a resident of the Hanson community. He is survived by one son, Woodrow W. Norris, of Greenville; one brother, Archie Norris; and two sisters, Mrs. Ruth King and Mrs. Aline King, both of Lovett. Funerals services were held Monday at Pine Grove Church with interment in the church cemetery.

NORRIS, Geraldine Spivey Norris (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 24 July 2013) Mrs. Geraldine Spivey Norris, age 82, of Fernandina Beach, FL, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, July 9, 2013. She was born and raised in Douglas, GA, to the late Lunzy and Rhoda (Lott) Spivey. She spent most of her life in Fernandina Beach teaching and caring for her son, Dean. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Fernandina Beach. Beloved by her colleagues and students, Geraldine taught at Emma Love Hardee Elementary until her retirement in 1990. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Norris and their son, Carl Dean Norris, Jr. Survivors include her family step-mother, Hazel Spivey of Douglas; brothers, John J (Elaine) Spivey of Fernandina Beach, and Al (Pam) Spivey of Douglas; sister-in-law, Dorcas Cambell of Brunswick; “Granny G” was also survived by nieces and nephews, Barney (Amy) Spivey of Douglas, Jaye (Chuck) Smith of Peachtree City, John (Mary Ford) Spivey of Douglas, Andy (Kim) Spivey of Blackshear, and Aric Spivey of Douglas; and great nephews and nieces, as well as a host of other relatives. Funeral services were Saturday, July 13, 2013, at Sims Funeral Home in Douglas. Committal and interment followed at Rocky Pond Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Rocky Pond Baptist Church in her memory.

NORRIS, H. Swain Norris Jr (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) H. Swain Norris Jr., 71, of Old Town, died Monday, May 13, 2013 at his residence in Old Town. Swain was born February 9, 1942 in Thomaston, GA, to the late Hubert and Frances (Storrs) Norris Sr. Mr. Norris was preceded in death by his first wife Oneta Norris; and 1 brother Van Norris. Swain was a member of First Baptist Church of Cross City. In his spare time he enjoyed Florida Gator sports; racing cars; water skiing; motorcycle riding, snow skiing, singing; he loved being a part of Taylor Co. sports as a sports booster and sports announcer. He was a member of several singing groups and a minister of music at his church for many years. He is survived by his wife of 4 years Melinda Norris; 2 daughters: Dawn Lagle and her husband Kenny of Chelsea AL; Deidra Wright and her husband Kyle of Perry; and 1 son Hubert and his wife Sharon of St. Johns FL; 3 granddaughters: Ashlee Wright, Kaylyn Wright, and Hannah Norris; 3 brothers: Dwight Norris (Sylvia), Noel Norris, and Mark Norris (Debra). Funeral services will be Thursday, May 16, 2013 at First Baptist Church of Perry. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

NORRIS, Hazel Vera Norris (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 16 January 2017) Hazel Vera Norris was born in Francesville, IN area on July 2, 1935 to the late James Lroy Norris and Hester Mildred (Miller) Norris, and passed out of this life on January 16, 2017 at her home in Brooks County, Georgia. She lived in Indiana for twenty- five years, eventually deciding to trade the cold of the north for the southern sunshine. She moved to Arkansas, then to Florida, coming to Lowndes County, GA in 1992. Hazel made the decision to live her life for God at the age of five years. At that time she repented of her sins and was baptized in the precious name of the Lord Jesus Christ as the book of Acts tells us to do. She received the baptism of the Holy Ghost three days later. Hazel was a very sweet girl and a very firm believer in "come what may" she would go on with Jesus. Nothing else really mattered, all the way through life. Hazel never married. She always planned to, but the right one never came. Her priorities were church and then children. She loved children and adopted two, a son, Jason, and a daughter, Brianna. She had many foster children and was a Brooks County foster parent for ten years. She also loved gardening and flowers. Hazel is survived by her two children, Jason E. Norris of Lafayette, IN and Brianna S. Norris of Valdosta, one granddaughter, Amber Norris and great-grandson, Noah Cole of LaPorte, IN, three special foster children, Brenda Mull of Ray City, GA, Joseph Collins of Lafayette, IN and Kevin Burkhart of Marianna, AR, as well as several other foster children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, one brother, Ben E. Norris of Lafayette, IN, one sister, Ava N. Lee of the home in Brooks County, GA, a foster brother, Jimmie D. Whitfield of Mountain Home, AR, one special niece, Barbara Norris of the home, and many other nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces and some great-great nieces and nephews and friends, only one first cousin, Darlene Hansford of New Carlisle, OH. Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers 52 and three sisters. Funeral Services will be Saturday, January 21, 2017 at The Apostolic's of Valdosta, 3855 Old Hwy 41 N, Valdosta, GA. Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery. Ms. Norris's family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

NORRIS, James Franklin Norris (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL January 7th, 2014) James Franklin Norris, 96, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2014 in Monticello. James was a member of the First Baptist Church of Monticello and of the Kiwanis Club in Monticello. He enjoyed carpentry work, farming, his cows and pigs, and keeping his yards and house clean. He enjoyed teaching Sunday School, and taught the Norris Class for 40 years. James is survived by his wife, Dewell Norris; and 2 daughters, Lynette Norris of Tallahassee, and Peggs Jo Norris (David Dosey) of Ocean Springs, MS. Funeral Services were Sunday, January 5, 2014 at the First Baptist Church of Monticello. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the First Baptist Church of Monticello.

NORRIS, James Teford Norris (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 2 July 2018) James Teford Norris, age 88, passed away June 30, 2018 in Madison, FL. Teford was born November 27, 1929 in Madison, FL to Luther George Norris and Bessie McGill Norris. Teford honorably served our country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Norris was a member of St. Johns Baptist Church of Greenville, Florida. Teford worked as a jet mechanic for 30 years with Pan American Airlines. He was born and raised in Greenville and Madison prior to joining the Army. After discharge he went to Tallahassee Aircraft Mechanic School before moving to Miami to work for Pan American Airlines. Teford was preceded in death by his father Luther George Norris and his mother Bessie McGill Norris and one sister Erma Jean Hisler, and two brothers George Luther Jr. and Charles Edmond Norris. Teford is survived by his wife Thelma Louise Butler Norris; one son, James Gregory Norris and one daughter Robyn Norris (Duane) Micheau, one grandson Shane Paul Dena) Oneto and one great-granddaughter, Chloe Alyssa-Love Oneto and a brother-in-law Eugene (Vivian) Thigpen and three sisters-in-law Margie Norris and Lorene and Betty Thigpen, and numerous nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 5, 2018 at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, FL. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Evergreen Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Madison.

NORRIS, James Wilson "Jim" Norris Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Jefferson County News August 11, 2010) James Wilson "Jim" Norris, age 67 a retired Insurance Agent passed away at home on Thursday, August 5, 2010, in Thomasville, GA. Funeral services will be at Transforming Life Church Assembly of God, 1206 Springfield Road, Lloyd FL, on August 8, 2010, at 3:00 P.M. interment will follow at Walker Cemetery Monticello, FL The family will receive friends at Beggs Funeral Home Monticello, FL, Saturday August 7, 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00. Mr. Norris was a native of Quitman, GA and he also lived in Baxley GA., Monticello FL, Texas, and Louisiana, then moving to Thomasville where he resided for the past 13 years. He was a member of The National Rifle Association, and Ducks Unlimited, and was an avid bird hunter and fisherman. He especially loved fellowshipping and spending time with his family members. He enjoyed his retirement job at Lowe's as a hardware man. He was a member of Rose City Church of God. Mr. Norris is survived by his wife Evangalee "Vangie" Hightower Norris, Thomasville, GA, son Jimbo Norris (Kerry) of Valdosta Ga, brother Jerry Norris (Margaret) of Little River, SC., mother-in-law Rena W. Hightower of Monticello, FL, brother- in-law Cecil Hightower Jr. (Cindy); Sister-in-law Evelyn Buzbee (Kennon) five grandchildren Rachel, Ryan, Summer Norris and Tyler and Hunter Ragan. He was preceded in death by a son, Heath Norris.

NORRIS, Jeremy Keith Norris (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Jeremy Keith Norris, 33, of Alma, died Wednesday afternoon (May 22, 2013) at Bacon County Hospital after an extended illness. He was born in Clyde, NC and was raised in Bristol. He moved to Waycross in 2000 and recently was living in Alma. He was a 1999 graduate of Pierce County High School. After graduation he started working at the Waycross Fire Department and went up through the ranks to become an engineer. Through the years he worked part-time with Dubberly Glass and Sherwin Williams. He enjoyed Georgia football and tutoring high school students in math. He was of the Church of God faith. In 2010, his peers started the Jeremy Norris Scholarship Fund at South Georgia State College which has helped several students since then. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, David Ward, paternal grandfather, Wayne Norris, and step- father, Donald Allen. Survivors include his loving wife, April Whitley Norris, of Alma; two step-children, Brayleigh Whitley and Brody Boatright; two precious daughters, Jenna Marie Norris and Madilyn Elizabeth Norris (mother Kerissa), of Alma; his mother and step-father, Anna and Jim Bennett, of Waycross; his father and step-mother, Jerry and Amanda Norris, of White, GA; one brother, Christopher Wayne Norris, of Ogden, UT; one step-sister, Karen B. McDaniel (husband Michael), of Waycross; 53 maternal grandmother, Betty Nave, of Waycross; paternal grandmother, Shirley Norris, of Waynesville, NC; three uncles, David Ward (wife Maureen), of Lakeland, Kenneth Ward, of Greensboro, NC, Michael Norris, of Waynesville, NC; one aunt, Faye Storey (husband Stanley), of Waynesville, NC; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. A funeral will be held Saturday morning at First Assembly of God in Waycross. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Jeremy Norris Scholarship Fund, c/o Waycross College Foundation, 2001 South Georgia Parkway, Waycross, GA 31503. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

NORRIS, Jurelle Norris (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 29 July 2018) Jurelle Norris, age 88, of Valdosta passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born on October 29, 1929 to the late Clayton C. Daniel and Edna (Mixon) Daniel. She was part of the SGMC Auxiliary Pink Ladies for 21 years and worked over 4,300 hours helping in several positions with Program Chair being her last position. Many also know her for her famous pear tarts! She enjoyed fishing, spending time with her grandkids, family gatherings, and being around those she loved and cherished. She was a long standing member of Grace Community Chapel. She was also a member of the Azalea Garden Club and Wednesday Morning Sewing Club of Valdosta for many years. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas B. Norris, son, Jimmy Norris, and sister, Jackie D. Paulk. Survivors include 2 daughters & son-in-law, Marsha Webb, Valdosta, GA, Charlotte & Greg Turner, Quitman, GA, 2 sons & daughters-in-law, T.C. & Stevie Norris, Dasher, GA, Bobby & Jo Norris, Alapaha, GA, grandchildren: Shane & Jewels Norris, Max & Melissa Remon, Travis & Jennifer Norris, Robby & Melissa Norris, Clay & Rhonda Norris, Jennifer Webb Peace & Ben Allred, Sharon Webb, Jasper Norris, Brent & Karli Turner, Jamie & Kasey Turner & Matthew & Kayla Turner and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 1, 2018 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with a burial to follow at Springhill Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Irwin County, GA. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Halcyon Hospice 101 E Northside Drive Building E, Valdosta, GA 31602 or Grace Community Chapel 4513 Bemiss Road Valdosta, GA 31605.

NORRIS, Reno Norris (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 26, 1967) Reno Norris, age 76, died Tuesday in the Brooks County Hospital after a long illness. He was born in Brooks County, GA son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George L. Norris. Mr. Norris spent most of his life in Madison County in the Cherry Lake community and had been engaged in farming until he retired. He was a Veteran of World War I and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mamie Lou Burnette Norris of Cherry Lake; three daughters, Mrs. Willie O’Neal and Mrs. Louise Cashwell of Cherry Lake; and Mrs. Lorene Darville of Tampa; seven sons, Wilbur Norris of Toledo, Ohio; Charles Norris of Hurtsboro, AL; Billy Norris of Tampa; Donald Norris of Okeechobee; Jack Norris of Jacksonville; and Johnny Norris of Madison; eleven grandchildren and a number of other relatives. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Harmony Cemetery. Elmer’s Notes: In Row 5 of Harmony Baptist Church Cemetery we find an Ellis Reno NORRIS, born 1 August 1891, died 23 May 1967, His stone confirms that he was a Veteran of WW#1

NORRIS, Sarah Helen Norris (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, October 1, 2008) Sarah Helen Norris, age 68, of Madison, beloved grandmother, wife and mother, died on September 20, 2008. Sarah died at home after fighting lung cancer for the last eight years. She was surrounded by family and friends. Sarah was born on April 4, 1940 in Madison to Rosa Lee Floyd and Lucian T. Floyd. Sarah grew up in Madison and graduated from Madison High School in 1958. She had a distinguished and enjoyable career with the State of Florida, where she worked as a park ranger from 1974- 1992. She was a member of the Harmony Baptist Church in Cherry Lake. She enjoyed spending time fishing and shopping for unique treasures. Sarah is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Donald L. Norris; 2 daughters, Belinda Bell King of Boynton Beach; Cynthia Bell Soety of Saint Cloud; 1 son, Steven Ray Bell of Perry; 5 grandchildren, Brandi Elise Keiling, Robert Gene King, Rachel Nicole King, Trevor Arthur Soety, Taylor Anne Soety; 3 great-grandchildren; Samantha Laine Sanford, Lexie Michelle Klinesmith. Shelby Gene Klinesmith: 4 sisters, Mary Elizabeth Pierce, Joy Morgan, Marie Baker, Jadena Henderson; 3 brothers, Willie Francis Floyd, Lee Roy Floyd and James Randal Floyd. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosa Lee Floyd; father, Lucian T. Floyd; and sister, Myrtle Lou Grahan. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the United Cancer Society in the name of Sarah Helen Norris.

NORRIS, Thompson G. Norris (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 28, 1942 & September 4, 1942)

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Funeral services were held Wednesday at Harmony Church for Mr. T. G. Norris, who died at his home in the Concord community Tuesday, August 25, following a prolonged illness. Interment was in the Harmony Cemetery. He was one of the pioneer melon growers in the county, being one of the first farmers to produce melons in shipping quantities. Mr. Norris was born in Madison County, FL December 8th, 1866 and in early manhood was married to Miss Lula Radford of Greenville, Florida. To this union were born ten children. They are Mr. Luther Norris, Mrs. Burton King of Madison, Mrs. Anita Kinsey, Mrs. Julia Kinsey of Aucilla, FL and Mr. Roy T. Norris of Sylacanga, AL, seventeen grandchildren, six great grandchildren, two brothers; Mr. R. A. Norris, Adel, GA and Mr. S. L. Norris, Quitman, GA, two sisters, Mrs. Laura Huggins., of Greenville, FL and Mrs. Maria King, Lovett, FL and a host of nieces and nephews.

NORRIS, Victoria Lynne Norris (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home) Victoria Lynne Norris, age 65 died in Perry on Tuesday, June 24, 2014. She was born in Miami, FL and has lived in Perry since 1975. She was a homemaker and was of the Christian faith. Survivors include 1 son: William Merlo and his fiancée Latrelle Marie Monk both of Perry; 1 brother: Harold “Buddy” Victor Gosch, Jr. of Rocky Mount, NC; 2 sisters: Patricia Carbo of Monticello, FL and Harriet Rountree of Perry, FL; along with 5 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents: Harold Victor Gosch and Ann Lee Cummins. A memorial service will be Monday, June 30, 2014 at the Northside Church of God. Beggs Funeral Home Perry Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

NORRIS, William H. Norris (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, November 17, 2013) Funeral services for William H. Norris will be Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Tifton. Mr. Norris was born on December 14, 1926 in Waycross to the late Robert Paul Norris and Nell Marie Adamson Norris. He served in the United States Army and the United States Air Force Reserve from 1945-1949. Mr. Norris then attended the University of Florida, Auburn University and graduated from the University of Georgia in 1950 with a Bachelors of Science in Agricultural Engineering. On October 14, 1951 Mr. Norris wed Miss. Vera A. Cole in Funston, GA. Mr. Norris would go on to work as a Hydraulic Engineer with the US Geological Survey from 1952-1984. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church in Tifton. Mr. Norris had a huge passion for aviation. He built several planes, was a pilot and owned several Piper Cubs and Cessna airplanes. He departed this life on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Survivors to cherish his memory include his wife Vera C. Norris of Dixie; daughter Wanda Parrott of Lithia Springs; son Wayne Norris of Barwick; daughter Peggy Lloyd (Jack) of Canton; sisters, Elizabeth Conoly of Tallahassee, FL and Nell Marie Ireland of Americus; grandchildren Angela Rowe, Jason Lloyd, Shane Lloyd, Robbie Norris, Joseph Parrott and Valerie Lloyd; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son Glen Norris; and brothers Robert and Charles Norris. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.

NORTH, Judy Ann North (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 30 May 2018) Judy Ann North, age 61, of Stockton, GA passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at her residence. She was born July 25, 1956 in Live Oak, FL to William Edward and Lillian (Guthrie) Floyd. She was the founding member of the Stockton Fire Department Auxiliary and was known as the Fire Department “Mom”. She had a passion for making flower arrangements and Native American arts and crafts. Judy worked as a social worker for DFACS for many years. She was a faithful member of Wayfare Primitive Baptist Church for many years. Along with her father, she is preceded in death by a son, Derek North. Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Jimmy North of Stockton, GA; sons and daughters-in-law, James Chad (Christy) North of Stockton, GA, Curtis Bryan (Ashleigh) North of Stockton, GA, John Ryan (Christine) North of Stockton, GA; mother, Lillian Floyd of Live Oak, FL; daughter-in-law, Ruby North of Lakeland, GA; 11 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; 3 brothers: Jerry, Charles, and Mark; 4 sisters: Trudy, Carolyn, Linda, and Regina; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be Sunday, June 3, 2018 at Wayfare Primitive Baptist Church in Echols County with burial to follow in the cemetery. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is caring for the North Family.

NORTH, William North (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 13 January 2017) William North, age 45, of Hahira passed away at his residence after a sudden illness. He was born on July 21, 1971 in Clinch County, GA to William B. & Susan (Sutton) North of Hahira, GA. William graduated from Open Bible Christian School and was an outdoorsman, he loved to fish and hunt. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, David & Daisy Sutton and paternal grandparents, Curtis & Lois North. Along with his parents he is survived by his son, William North of Valdosta; 1 sister 55

& brother-in-law: Penney (Shawn) Campbell of Hahira and a number of uncles, aunts & nieces. A graveside service will be Monday, January 16, 2017 in Wayfare Cemetery in Echols County, GA. Mr. North's family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

NORTH, William B. North (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 1 December 2017) William B. North, age 73, of Hahira passed away December 1, 2017 in the Langdale Hospice House after a lengthy illness. He was born on November 18, 1944 in Valdosta to the late Curtis B. & Mary Lois (Crawford) North. He worked with PCA for over 45 years and was an avid fisherman. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his son, William David North. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Susan North, Hahira; daughter & son-in-law: Penney & Shawn Campbell, Hahira; grandson: William “Nick” North; granddaughters: Abbey Flint, Hailey Flint, Daisey Campbell, Autumn Campbell, Brooke Campbell and Kayla Lynn (David) Orr and great grandson: Karson. Funeral Services will be Sunday, December 3, 2017 in the Wayfare Primitive Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. The North family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

NORTON, Charles P. Norton (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, July 29, 2009) Charles P. Norton, 73, of Lakeland, died on Tuesday, July 21, 2009 following an illness at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Lowndes County on July 12, 1936 to the late Lyman C. and Lucile Monk Norton. He was an educator in the Lanier County School System as a teacher and coach and was retired from the Clinch County Board of Education in Administration as a Title One Coordinator. He was formerly married to Kay Norton Brady and was a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters and son-in-law, Lisa Kay Norton of St. Simons, GA and Celia Beth and Darrell Simmons of Atlanta, GA; two sons and daughter-in-law, Charles Nicholas Norton of Lakeland, GA and Sam and Julia Norton of Dahlonega, GA; three grandchildren, Ethan Powell Norton, Anna Claire Norton and Kaylee Celeste Norton all of Dahlonega; and an aunt Elizabeth Tyre of Valdosta. Services for Charles P. Norton were held Saturday, July 25, 2009 at the Southside Baptist Church in Lakeland. Graveside services followed at Good Hope Baptist Church. Carson McLane Funeral Home is serving the Norton family.

NORTON, Cynthia Graddy Norton (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Cynthia Graddy Norton, age 51, passed away on Thursday, January 6, 2011 in Guyton, GA. She was born in Valdosta. She was a former resident of Perry, FL, and had lived in Guyton, GA for the last 2 months. She was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandkids, going to the beach and swimming. She was preceded in death by her father, James Fletcher Graddy. Survived by her mother, Ilene Johnson and step-father, Larry of Panama City, FL, husband, Gil Norton of Guyton, GA, (1) daughter; Licia Holt and fiancee’ Brian of Gainesville, FL, (1) brother; Fletcher Graddy and wife Rhonda of Tallahassee, FL, (1) sister; Pam Jones of Gainesville, FL, (2) grandchildren; Jesse Laramee, Canaan Currence, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. No services are planned at this time.

NORTON, Eugene Alexander Norton (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 27 March 2020) Eugene Alexander “Bo Squirrel” Norton was born in Monticello, FL on Nov. 22, 1949 to the late Christopher Huggins Sr. and Daisy Lee Norton. He accepted Christ as his personal Lord and Savior at an early age and joined St. Phillip A.M.E Church where he was a committed and dedicated member. Brother Norton was a member of the Trustee Board, President of Male Usher Board, Member of The Sons of Allen, Member of Usher Board #2 and served on several other ministries. He also held membership in the United Sons and Daughters of Joshua, Lodge No. 5 and Pallbearers Lodge No. 10. Eugene attended public school in Jefferson County, where he graduated on May 28, 1970 from Howard Academy High School. He was drafted in the United States Army on July 16, 1971 and was honorably discharged January 15, 1972. He continued his education at Lively Vo. Tech in Tallahassee, FL, where he received a degree as an Automotive Technician. On March 28, 1972, he married the former Betty Jean Roberts. God blessed this holy union with two lovely children. Over the course of years he worked at the Jefferson County Kennel Club. Eugene enjoyed his passion of crabbing, painting, and watching baseball. On Friday, March 27, 2020 Brother Norton went home to be with the Lord. Eugene was a very affectionate and caring brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He leaves to cherish precious memories his wife of 48 years: Betty Roberts-Norton of Monticello, FL, one son: Kelvin Eugene Norton (Loreal Terry) of Monticello, FL, one daughter: Toccara Norton of Jacksonville, FL, three sisters: Joyce Norton-Brown (Gordon), Gracie Dickey and Sandra Norton all of Tallahassee, FL, three brothers: Samuel Huggins (Maggie) of Monticello, FL, Ezell Norton (Cassandra) of Savannah, GA, Kenneth Norton (Cassandra) of Thomasville, GA; paternal siblings: Bernard, Willie Franklin, Willie, Paul, Vernell, James, Yvonne, Daisy, Joseph, and Robert, brothers in-law: Richard 56

Roberts (Jeanette) and Abram Roberts (Tina) sister in-law: Earnestine Wood (Willie) Aunts: Millie Mae Wilson, Rose Johnson, and Gussie Hightower, six grandchildren: Kha’Teycia Norton, Kelvin E. Norton, Jr., Keyshonna Norton, Keiaja Norton, Keon Norton, and Jamal Norton; 1 great grandchild: Kamron Gentle. Exceptional adoptive son Ronald Glenn of Monticello, FL and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death his parents, Christopher Huggins, Sr. and Daisy Lee Norton, aunts and uncles, siblings: Elizabeth Huggins, Lula Norton Martin, Tommie L. Norton, Beatrice Norton and a host of other siblings.

NORTON, Hunter Norton (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida September 14, 2010) Hunter Norton, 21 of Hahira passed away Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 in Madison, FL. He was born on Jan. 12, 1989 in Lowndes County to Ernie and Katherine (Waite) Norton of Hahira. Hunter loved God and his Perimeter Road Baptist Church Family. He enjoyed working out, playing pranks, playing with his nieces and nephew, grilling and watching football. Along with his parents he is survived by sisters and brothers-in-law, Haley and Ben Eidson, Erlanger, KY, Cassie and Jonathan Chancy, Brooks County, GA; maternal grandmother, Mary Katherine Waite, Mobile, AL; a number of uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010 in Perimeter Road Baptist Church with burial to follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at the church.

NORTON, Jennie Marie Norton (Abstracted from the 16 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) ALMA — Jennie Marie Norton, age 79, of Alma passed away Thursday (July 14, 2016) at Baptist Village in Waycross after an extended illness. She was daughter of the late Willard Lee and Hazel Louise Dunlap Lee and preceded in death by her husband, John Lacy Norton and a sister, Anna Margaret Mann. She was retired from Milliken as secretary. She worked with as clerk at the Bacon County Tax Commissioners Office and was a member of Lee’s Chapel Baptist Church. Survivors include two brothers, Walter Lee of Waycross, and Greg Lee of Alma; and three sisters, Cornelia Ann Johnson and Betty Gail (Jim) Clark of Alma, and Doris Faye (Frank) Boatright of Waycross. The funeral will be Monday at Lee’s Chapel Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

NORTON, Jimmie Ray Norton (Abstracted from https://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2020/07/jimmie-ray-norton/) Jimmie Ray Norton, age 73, of Kingsland, GA, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020. He was born on July 26, 1946 to the late Hubert and Edna Bird Norton in Lake Wales, FL. Jimmie was a U.S. Army veteran having served in Vietnam. He retired after 35 years as a lab manager for the University of Florida. He enjoyed woodworking, shooting, plants, gardening, and he loved to grow Hibiscus. Jimmie was a very thoughtful gift giver. Jimmie is survived by a brother and sister in law, Kenneth and Margaret Norton, of Kingsland, GA, and a sister, Barbara Norton Ridley, of Adel, GA; eight nieces and nephews, Paul Norton, James Whithurst, Selina Rodnicki, Richard Norton, Kevin Norton, Jason Norton, Krystalyn Norton, and Matthew Ridley; and other family members. He was preceded in death by his parents. A funeral service for Jimmie will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow at McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Northside Baptist Church, 200 E. Park Ave, Valdosta, GA, 31602.

NORSWORTHY, William E. Norsworthy Jr. (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, December 26, 2012) Mr. William E. Norsworthy Jr., 73, of Stockton, died Monday, December 17, 2012, at Smith Northview Hospital. He was born on November 6, 1939, in Homerville, Clinch County, to the late William Eugene Norsworthy Sr. and Mary Sue Cowart Norsworthy. Mr. Norsworthy was retired from the U.S. Army. He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, John E. and Kristine Norsworthy of Carrollton, TX; two daughters and one son-in-law, Teresa Norsworthy Rathkamp and Bill Rathkamp of Stockton, Angela S. Norsworthy of Dallas, TX; four grandchildren, Michael Norsworthy of Carrollton, TX, Billy Rathkamp of Afghanistan, Alyssa Rodriguez (Luis) of Fayetteville, NC, and David Rathkamp of Stockton; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Mary and Paul Hebert, Betty and Augustine Martinez of Stockton and Juanita Faircloth of Whigham. A memorial service was held Friday, December 21, 2012, at of Carson McLane Funeral Home. Carson McLane Funeral Home served the family.

NOWELL, Logun Tate Nowell (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/06/logun-tate-nowell/) Logun Tate Nowell, age 12, of Valdosta, died on Friday, May 31, 2019 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL. Born on July 24, 2006, in Valdosta, to Derek Nowell and April Griffin, he was a lifelong resident of this area. Logun was a student at Georgia Christian School active in sports and a member of Gateway Baptist Church. Logun is survived by, mothers: April Griffin, Nikki 57

Nowell; fathers: Derek Nowell, Chad Griffin; siblings: Chasity Griffin, Ansley Griffin, Kamron Whitfield, Jayden Odom; grandparents: Danny and Debbie Hunnicutt, June Bennett and Joe Cooke, Gary and Penny Nowell, Paul Fornes, Tim and Pat Bennett, Bruce and Jeannie Griffin; great grandparents: Rose Nowell, Tom and Rose Hutchinson, James and Margaret Griffin, Jimmy and Gail Barden, Walter and Lana Wilson, Kay Hunnicutt, Nancy Fornes; aunts & uncles: Daniel Hunnicutt, Caelie Hunnicutt, Christina and Cody Englemann, Jared and Courtlain Nowell, Ryan and Rondha Fornes, Michelle Griffin-Valdez and Jorge Valdez, Clay Griffin, Dana Hunnicutt, Kim and Justin Lightsey, Kayla Webber, Joey and Dana Dykes, Tilman and Makayla Bennett, Jason Dykes; great aunts & uncles: Susan Hunnicutt, Keith Hunnicutt, Belinda Barden, Jimmy and Billy Bennett, JoeAnne Jenkins, Johnny and Paula Bennett, Joyce Berry, Ann Bennett, Jamie and Tammy Jones, Tim and Trina Griffin, Bruce and Judy Fornes, Sara Fornes, Marsha McCord, Greg and Holly Nowell; cousins: Cotton Hunnicutt, Delaney Nowell, Drake Nowell, Emily Englemann, Bennett Englemann, Sara Bennett, Laura and Brian Miller, Kelly and Brandon Frascona, Lisa and John Armstrong, Craig and Greta Jenkins, Greg and Donna Jenkins, Cayson Fornes, Bryce Taylor, Rebecca Griffin-Valdez, Chandler Griffin, Kelby McCumbers, Lily Webber, Dalton Webber, Cade Johnson, Eva Lightsey, James Ware, April Ware, Ashlyn Ware, Zach Ware, Savannah Hitchner, Jeffery Hunnicutt, Jana and Freddy Goff, Judy and Eric Yates, Josh Bennett, John Charles and Carley Bennett, Austin and Erika Bennett, Eric and Kayla Boyd, Hunter Boyd, Rylan Boyd, Jessie Franklin, Austin Wilson, Nancy Guess, Jimmy Berry, Jenna Hughes, Jason Bennett, Justin Bennett, Missy and Bobby Bennett, Jessica and Chuck Laslie, Parks and Ashley Bennett, Jason and KC Bennett, Ashley Duren Waller, Drew Duren, Kyle Griffin, Jamie Price, Henry Nowell, Elizabeth Nowell; Logun was preceded in death by grandparent: LaTrecia Fornes; great grandparents: Edith Hunnicutt, Hank Nowell, Selma Bennett and Ray McCranie, Leon Bonner, Bill Hunnicutt, Bill Fornes, and Ann Hutchinson. Memorial services for Logun will be at Gateway Baptist Church. Inurnment will follow at McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens. Carson McLane Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

NUGENT, Clifton Parker Nugent (Abstracted from the 5 December 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Clifton Parker Nugent, age 91 of Pearson, GA passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2017, at his home in Pearson following an extended illness. A native of Willacoochee, GA, Mr. Nugent was born October 8, l926, son of Clifton and Nettie Smith Nugent. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia and University of Georgia Pharmacy School. He owned and operated Morris Drugs in Pearson for many years and after selling his drugstore, he continued to be a substitute pharmacist for many years, totaling 60 years as a pharmacist. He was a member of Satilla Lodge F&AM #l63 and a member of American Legion Post #l73. He also served on the Pearson City Council for many years. He was a veteran of the U. S. Merchant Marine during the Korean Conflict. Being a graduate of the University of Georgia, he was an avid Bulldog fan. His church membership was at the Pearson United Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Parker Nugent. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Nugent of Pearson, GA, daughter, Debbie Nugent Wiles and husband Rob of Brunswick, GA, grandson: Parker Clifton Wiles of Brunswick, GA. Graveside services for Mr. Nugent were held Thursday, November 30, 2017, at Satilla Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The interment followed in Satilla Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Masonic Graveside Rites. Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, Ga., was in charge of the arrangements.

NUGENT, Henry Nugent (Abstracted from the 12 January 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Henry Nugent, age 79, of Kirkland, GA, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at his home following a short illness.A native of Atkinson County, Mr. Nugent was born April 10, l938, son of Willie and Mary Ann Flanders Nugent. He worked at the Georgia Pacific Mill in Pearson, GA, and later at Langboard Inc. in Willacoochee, GA, for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a member of Kirkland United Methodist Church. Survivors include a sister: Thelma Darley of Kirkland, GA, a brother: Talmadge Nugent of Waycross, GA, niece: Glenda Carver of Douglas, GA, several other nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. Nugent were Friday, January 5, 2018, at the Kirkland United Methodist Church in Kirkland, GA. The interment followed in the Holy Family Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA, was in charge of the arrangements.

NUGENT, Herman Joseph Nugent (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 November 2010) Mr. Herman Joseph Nugent, age 78, of Alapaha, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2010, at his residence. A Funeral Mass was Wednesday, November 10, 2010, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Alapaha with burial at the Mt. Paron Church Cemetery. Mr. Nugent was born on March 18, 1932, in Atkinson County, Mr. Nugent was the son of the late Owen James Nugent, Jr. and Wilma Daniel Nugent. He was a member of the St. Ann Catholic Church and served in the U.S. Navy Seabees during the Korean Conflict, as well as the U.S. Naval Reserves. He was retired from the Georgia Department of Transportation as a district engineer and was a member of the NRA. Mr. Nugent enjoyed fishing, working outdoors (especially cutting wood), and spending 58 time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, James Barney Nugent, three grandchildren, Chad and Brandon Nugent and Sarah Davis and three brothers, Kenneth Nugent, Charles Nugent, and Jimmy Nugent. Survivors include his wife: Nell Solomon Nugent of Alapaha; his children: Rose N. (Dick) Spurlock of Alapaha, Regina Nugent Clark of Albany, Sheila Nugent of Alapaha, Herman Joseph (Tracy) Nugent of Alapaha, Angela N. Dowdy of Nashville, Rachel N. (Michael) Davis of Alapaha, Wilma N. Carter of Alapaha, Patricia N. White of Alapaha, John Wayne (Reagan) Nugent of Alapaha, Jack M. Nugent of Alapaha and Jason P. (Mary) Nugent of Alapaha; his siblings: David (Jean) Nugent of Alapaha, Louise N. (Bob) Reese of Marietta and Judy N. (Eddie) Griffin of Albany; his sisters-in-law: Annette Nugent of Douglasville and Ella Mae Nugent of Alapaha; 33 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Albritton-Beaumont Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

NUGENT, Patrick Michael Nugent (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 21 August 2014) Mr. Patrick Michael Nugent, age 65, of Kirkland, GA passed away Thursday, August 14, 2014, at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA, following a short illness. A native of Newnan, GA, Mr. Nugent was born, February 17, 1949, son of Patrick William and Christine Phillips Nugent. After 15 years, he retired as a Ranger with the Department of Natural Resources. Mr. Nugent served as Deputy Sheriff for Atkinson County and was a farmer. He was an active member of the Kirkland United Methodist Church, where he served as Sunday School Teacher, Church Clerk and Lay Leader. Mr. Nugent was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy. Survivors include his wife, Jeannette Theresa DeCosta Nugent of Kirkland, GA; 1 son, Lester William Nugent of Kirkland, GA; 3 daughters, Eileen Christine Nugent McClelland of Pearson, GA, Theresa Michelle Nugent (Chad) Lott of Willacoochee, GA, and Heidi Jeannette Nugent Wilkinson of Kirkland, GA; 3 brothers, Bernard (Faye) Nugent of Douglas, GA; Robin (Vicki) Nugent of Kirkland, GA; David (Cindy) Nugent of Kirkland, GA; 2 sisters, Kathy (Roy) Waldroup of Nicholls, GA, JoAnn (Gary) May of Axson, GA; 9 grandchildren, Autumn Nugent, Allie McClelland, Lawton Nugent, Carson Wilkinson, Laney Lott, Brylan Wilkinson, Jayden Lott, Edith Claire Wilkinson, and Miley Lott; 1 great-grandchild, Annie Delk; 1 sister-in-law, Nannette (Carl) Wood of Pearson, GA; 1 brother-in-law, John (Nancy) Decosta of Pearson, GA; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mr. Nugent were Sunday, August 17, 2014, at the Kirkland United Methodist Church. The interment followed in Kirkland United Methodist Church Cemetery with military honors rendered by U.S. Navy Honor Guard Contingent and the Department of Natural Resources Honor Guard. Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

NULL, Lottie V. Null (Abstracted from the Echols County News, February 23, 2011) Lottie V. Null, 82, of Lakeland passed away Monday, January 31, 2011 in Brooks County Hospital. She was born in Echols County, GA on March 25, 1928 to the late Payton A. and Minerva (Holton) Swilley. She was Baptist by faith and a member of Woodmen of the World. She is preceded in death by her son, Robert W. Allen Jr., husbands, Robert Wesley Allen Sr., Edward Orenstein, Peter Plunkett and Bill Null. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Rebecca Orenstein Uhlrich and Jeff Uhlrich of Quitman, GA, Pamla J. and Randy Baden of Palatka, FL, Darlene and Dave Darwick of Palm Coast, FL; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 2, 2011 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services. Burial followed in Lake Park Cemetery.

NUNN, Maggie Idell Eason Nunn (Abstracted from the 2 January 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Maggie Idell Eason Nunn, age 85, of Blackshear, passed away Sunday (Dec. 30, 2018) at Harborview of Pierce County. Born in Baxley, Jan. 23, 1933, she lived in Miami, FL, for 33 years prior to moving back to Pierce County in 1976. Affectionately called “Hoot Nanny” and “Granny Toot,” she was a homemaker and a longtime member of Bristol Baptist Church. She liked to fish and cook but was always a hardworking woman. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and her grandchildren all agree she was the best granny ever. She was a daughter of the late John and Mary Sapp Eason. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Nunn, her daughter, Mary Reddish Crump, and all of her brothers and sisters. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmie and Lynn Reddish and John Randy and Carol Reddish all of Blackshear; grandchildren, Tammy (Neil) Crosby, Jason (LaDonna) Crump, Tina (Eric) Brogan, Buddy Reddish and Amanda Reddish; great- grandchildren, Charlie (Madison) Crosby, Will (Riena) Crosby, Alyssa Crump, Elijah Crump, Charlie Crosby, Will Crosby, Jorga Reddish, Jaymeson Reddish and Jaxton Reddish; great-great-grandchildren, Carter and Mason; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral services will be at Bristol Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Bristol Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Southeast Cancer Unit, P.O. Box 2764, Waycross, GA 31502. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

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(Abstracted from the 16 September 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Paul Louis Nunn, age 68, of Waycross, died Friday (Sept. 2, 2016) at his residence after an extended illness. He was born Nov. 10, 1947 in Indianapolis, IN. He made Waycross his home for the past 25 years. He was an active member of Destination Church, an avid fisherman, deer hunter and accomplished carpenter. He was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Stroble, and a sister, Rosemary Nunn. He is survived by his wife, Julie Nunn, of Waycross; four children, Crystal (Michael) Ashman of New Hampshire, Matthew Nunn of California, April (Jim) Miller of California, Karl of Hawaii; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. A memorial service celebrating the life of Paul Nunn will be held Saturday at Destination Church.

NUNNALLY, J. R. Nunnally (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 26, 1970) J. R. Nunnally, age 85, died Saturday June 12th in Lexington, KY following a lengthy illness. He is survived by his widow and a daughter, Mrs. Marshall Hamilton of Madison; two sons, J. R. Nunnally, Jr., of Indianapolis, IN and C. G. Nunnally of Birmingham, MI; and a brother T. C. Nunnally of Detroit, MI; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday June 16 at Millward Funeral Home in Lexington and interment followed in Lexington Cemetery.

NUSS, Raymond E. Nuss (Abstracted from the March 29, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Raymond E. Nuss, age 91, died Friday morning (March 28, 2014) at Satilla Care Center following a brief illness. He was a native of Charlottesville, VA, and a former resident of Brunswick. He made his home in Waycross for most of his life. He was the son of the late Jay B. Nuss and Grace Congdon Nuss. He retired as composing room foreman with the Waycross Journal-Herald in 1990 after 42 years of service. He was a member of First Christian Church and was the leader of the Young-at-Heart Club for 10 years. He was a member of the Okefenokee Lions Club and was instrumental in helping start the Georgia Lions Camp for the Blind. His two main hobbies were music and working on antique clocks. For many years, he volunteered by recording high school band performances all over south Georgia. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Euna S. Nuss, of Waycross; 3 sons, Douglas Nuss, of Fargo, Brooks (Carolyn) Nuss, and James (Patricia) Nuss, both of Dublin; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and one more expected to be born any day. A funeral will be held Monday at First Christian Church. Entombment will be in the Greenlawn Mausoleum. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

NUTTER, Joseph Philmore Nutter (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Joseph Philmore Nutter, age 79, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2012, at Doctors Memorial Hospital. Mr. Nutter was born in Kawna, WV, to the late Alonzo and Luna Nutter. Coming from Miami, Florida, he had lived in Perry for the past 15 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Mr. Nutter was a Veteran of the Korean War serving in the Army and he was a member of the VFW. He worked as a Carpenter in the Miami International Airport. In his spare time he enjoyed growing orchids. He was preceded in death by his wife, Delores Nutter in October 2001. Survived by: a son; Larry Nutter (Pennie), of Perry, FL, several brothers and sisters, (4) grandchildren; Larry Jr., Joseph, Andrew and Thomas, a host of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, January 6, 2012. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

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