JACK, Rhonda Sue King Jack (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Rhonda Sue King Jack, age 52, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2012 at Marshall Health Care Center. She was born in Perry, Florida, on April 12, 1960 to the late Dennis King and the former Reba Cruce. Coming back from Texas she had lived in Perry for the last 5 years. She was a homemaker and a member of the Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church. In her spare time she enjoyed her grandchildren, attending church, and word puzzles. She was preceded in death by her father, Dennis King, and a son, Tyrel Jack. She is survived by her mother, Reba Todd (Tommy), of Perry, FL, (2) sons, Ryan Jack, of Texarkana, TX, Freddy Jack, of Largo, FL, (2) daughters, Danielle Jack, of Bay City, TX, Ashley Jack, of Bastrop, TX, a brother, Alfred Dennis King, Jr., of Houston, TX, (half- sister, Wendy King Slaughter, of Shady Grove, FL, Step-sisters, Chantelle Johnson, and Donna Land, both of Perry, FL, (11) grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 20, 2012. Interment will follow in Hendry Memorial Cemetery.

JACKSON, Annie Margarett Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 15, 1942) The death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Jackson at Pensacola May 8th, and bore away the gentle spirit of their infant, Annie Margarett Jackson. Annie Margarett was born December 13, 1941. She was laid to rest at Mt. Horeb Cemetery Sunday, May 10th. Annie Margarett is survived by her mother and father, one brother and one sister.

JACKSON, Archie L. Jackson (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 26 March, 2015) Archie L. Jackson, “Gator,” 60, passed away on March 23. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 28 at St. James Missionary Baptist Church located at 497 SW Georgetown Road Madison, FL. Archie is preceded in death by his parents: Mr. & Mrs. Collin Jackson; brothers: Leroy, Collin and Ulysees Jackson; and nephew, Jerome Cason, Jr. Archie leaves to cherish his life and love, his sons: Archie Jackson, Jr., Tyler Jackson, George Gant, of Perry and Christen Jackson, of Virginia; a special daughter, Christyl “Gail” Clark; brothers: Larry Jackson (Voncille) and Melvin Jackson; sisters: Pearl Tookes (Rev. Octavious), Patricia Jackson and Vivian Williams (Napoleon); sister-in-laws: Vivian Jackson, Ruby Jackson and Sheila Jackson, nieces: Tonya Cason (Hakili), Tiffany Hamilton (Michael), Amber Williams, Philicia West, Melba Jackson, Joyce Raymond and Terri Miller; nephews: Jerrod Jackson and Gerald Alexander. Ganzy Funeral Home, 1171 SW State Road 14 Madison, FL is in charge of services.

JACKSON, Arelinn Lewis Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 31, 1969) SP 4 Arelinn Lewis Jackson, age 20, was killed in action January 17th in Vietnam. He was a resident of Madison County and a graduate of the Greenville Training School of Greenville. He is survived by his mother, Sylvia Rowe of Ft. Myers, FL; father, Felin Jackson, Jr., of Greenville; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Mance Lee Herrings of Greenville; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Felin Jackson, Sr., of Greenville; six sisters, Margie Lee Phillips, Mary Helen Jackson, Jenyethel Jackson, Nascina Rowe, Zinda Rowe and Poochie Rowe all of Ft. Myers, FL; three brothers, Mickey, Connie and Rickey Rowe all of Ft. Myers, FL. Military funeral rite will be Saturday February 1 at the Wigginsville Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

JACKSON, Arthur Parramore Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 28, 1949) Arthur Parramore Jackson, well known citizen, passed away in his sleep sometime Monday morning at his home on South Horry Street. He was 68 years of age. He had been in ill health about five months. Mr. Jackson, a farmer of the Blue Springs community, had been living retired here about two years. Survivors are his widow, Mrs. A. P. Jackson, two sons, W. D. Jackson and G. C. Jackson, both of Jacksonville; three daughters, Mrs. Joe Millinor, of Perry; Mrs. W. E. Ward, of Madison; and Mrs. J. A. Brown, of New Orleans, LA; his mother, Mrs. Alice McCullough, of Madison, and 17 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday in Macedonia Baptist Church with graveside rites in the church cemetery. Mr. Jackson was born in Madison County, February 5, 1881, son of the late John Jackson.

JACKSON, Bessie Elizabeth Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Bessie Elizabeth Jackson, age 73, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2011, at North Florida Regional Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. She was born in Day Town, Florida, and was the daughter of the late John Henry, and Irene Windham Ezell. Mrs. Jackson was a homemaker and a native and lifelong resident of Lafayette and Suwannee County. She was a member of the 1

Luraville Baptist Church. Survived by a son; Bubba McCray and wife Mary Ann of Mayo, FL, a daughter; Sherrie Clark and husband Dale of Luraville, FL, a brother; Wendell Ezell of Perry, FL, (2) sisters; Zelda Dietrick and Linda Parker, both of Mayo, FL, (4) grandchildren; Amy Thomas and husband Mark, Neil McCray and wife Julie, David McCray and wife Nikki, and Ashley McCray, (5) great-grandchildren; Travis Brett, Forrest Lanier, Jake Thomas, Katelynn Marie, and Tanner Davin, a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Mayo on Monday, April 25, 2011. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

JACKSON, Brook'Lyn Leigh Jackson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 16 January 2019) Brook'Lyn Leigh Jackson, age 4, passed away on January 13, 2019. Brook'Lyn was born October 3, 2014 in Tallahassee, FL to Aaron Cook and Stephanie Jackson. Brook'Lyn was a very happy child, that was very playful and always on the go. She had a love for owls, and watching the Mickey Mouse club starring Minnie Mouse. She enjoyed dancing and singing, and was always concerned about those she loved. Brook’Lyn is survived by her parents Aaron Cook and Stephanie Jackson; her maternal Papa Charles Jackson; her O’ma, Casey Thompson and Uncle Charles Thompson, Aunt Charlie Jackson, Aunt Kelly Jackson, and Uncle Antione Cook; as well as cousins and other family members. The family will have a celebration of Brook’Lyn’s life at a future date. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JACKSON, Carrie Jackson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 15 May 2019) Mother Carrie Jackson departed this life Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Wake: Friday, May 24th at Cooks and Cooper Funeral Home, 162 SW Third Ave, Madison, FL 32340; A fish fry will follow at the home of Jesse Solomon, 205 W. Bunker Street, Madison, FL 32340 Funeral: Saturday, May 25th, 2019, at Mt. Zion AME Church, 576 W. Dade Street, Madison, FL 32340. Interment follows at Oak Ridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Cancer Society in honor of "Carris J. Jackson" at: http://main.acsevents.org/goto/lady-baby.

JACKSON, Cinderella Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 23, 1943) Death claimed little Cinderella Jackson, four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Jackson, of Pensacola on Saturday evening, July 17, at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Charlie Arnold, in this county, where the little girl was visiting. Funeral services were held at Mt. Horeb Sunday afternoon. Among the survivors are the grief-stricken parents, a brother Maskell, her grandmother, Mrs. Arnold, and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Jackson, and great-grandmother, Mrs. Margaret Arnold, of this county.

JACKSON, Cynthia L. Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News June 13, 2012) Mrs. Cynthia L. Jackson, 48, of Homerville, died following an accident, Friday, June 8, 2012. She was born May 27, 1964, in Homerville to the late Henry and Zoline Edmonds Prester. She received her formal education from the Clinch County public school and graduated from Clinch County High School. She is preceded in death by a brother, Henry Prester Jr., and an uncle, Eddie Prester. Survivors include her husband, Jimmy Lee Jackson of Homerville; three children, Shranda Prester, Tyneal Prester, and Tyler Prester all of Homerville; a grandson, Emory Ring of Homerville; four sisters, Hattie West (Johnny), Sarah Ann Stevens (Larry), Lillie Prester and Chanita Prester all of Homerville; five brothers, David West (Brenda), Mason Prester, Ricky Prester, all of Homerville, and Elvis Prester (Patricia) of Lakeland; six aunts, Sarah Robinson, Catherine B. Edmonds of Valdosta, Edith Taylor, Alice McKnight of Homerville, Irene Hiers of Douglas, and Dorothy Sims of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; four sisters-in-law; eight brothers-in-law; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A celebration of life service was held Saturday, June 16, at 11 a.m. at Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ. Rev. Jackie Harris offered words of comfort. Interment was in Pine Forest Cemetery. Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville served the family.

JACKSON, David Jackson – death announcement (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 6 April 2021) May 23, 1983 - April 8, 2021

JACKSON, David Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 6, 2012) David Jackson, 45, passed away Thursday (June 28, 2012) at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Waycross. He was a 1986 graduate of Waycross High School. He worked in food services at Satilla Regional Medical Center until he became disabled. He enjoyed 2 spending time with his family and many friends. He was the son of Dorothy W. Jackson and the late Daniel V. Jackson. He leaves to mourn his passing his faithful wife of 10 years, Tonya Smith-Jackson; a daughter, Crystal Barnes (Jonathan), of Valdosta; a son, Michael Jackson, of Homerville; one granddaughter, Kasen Gordon; his mother, Dorothy W. Jackson, of Waycross; mother- in-law, Mary Smith, of Valdosta; three sisters, Angela Jackson, of LaGrange, Glenda Fuller (Tyrone), of Rex, and Gail Burns (Allen); one brother, Daniel V. Jackson Jr., all of Waycross; maternal grandmother, Ester W. Monroe, of Waycross; four aunts, Rose Clark, of Waycross, Ethel White, of St. Petersburg, FL, Shirley Williams (William), of Rochester, NY, and Deann Taylor (Kelvin), of Waycross; sisters-in-law, Lisa Rogers (James), Teresa Towns (Larry) and Diane Mathis (Terrence); brothers-in-law, Keith Golden (Shirley), Travoris Smith (Mary), Ronnie Smith and Remer Arnold (Diane); one god-son, Jonathan Johnson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and special friends, Robert and Trice Owens, Daryl and Tonya Mason and Durwood Coffie. The funeral will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at Northside Church of Christ, 1507 MLK Drive, with Brother Zebedee Moore as the eulogist. The body will lie in repose from 11 a.m. until the service hour. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. The funeral cortege will assemble at the family residence, 2218 Eastover Drive, at 12:15 p.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 6 until 8 p.m. Outside of visitation hours, calls are being received at the family residence and at the home of his mother, Dorothy Jackson, 1004 H.J. Echols Drive. Arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Inc., 1100 State St., Waycross.

JACKSON, Deborah Dianne Jackson (Abstracted from the 31 August 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Deborah Dianne Jackson, age 46, of 211 E. 8th St., Alma, passed away Monday (Aug. 28, 2017) at Memorial Health in Savannah. She was the daughter of Shirley Armstrong and James White Sr. She was the fifth child of seven children. “Diane” as she was affectionately called, was born in Waycross. She was educated in the public schools of Bacon County. She graduated from Bacon County High School in 1989. As a child she grew up attending First Born Church of God in Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Shirley Armstrong and James White Sr., and her husband, Andrew Jackson. She was a loving and caring person. Her love for people will remain with those whose lives she touched along the way. She leaves to cherish her memories four children, Troy McBride, Tiffany White, Corvus White and LaShirley White, all of Alma; two brothers, Nemiah Brown, Valdosta, and James K. White, Alma; four sisters, Angela White, Valdosta, Jennifer White, Jenny White, Alma, and Joyce Ann Lucas, Waycross; two aunts, Patricia Chandler and Bobby Jean Buxton, both of Alma and 10 grandkids. The family is receiving friends at the residence. The funeral will be Saturday at Zion Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery, Alma. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JACKSON, Dickie Virgil Jackson (Abstracted from the February 27, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Dickie Virgil Jackson, age 69, of Blackshear, passed away Monday (Feb. 24, 2014) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. Born in Savannah July 29, 1944, he lived there for many years before moving to Pierce County in the early ‘90’s. He served in the U.S. Marines during Vietnam and was a heavy equipment operator at Kings Bay for many years. He was an avid drag racing fan and car enthusiast. He was of the Methodist faith. He was the son of the late Virgil J. and Edith Louise Benelle Jackson. Survivors include his wife, Beverly Humphries Jackson, of Blackshear; 1 daughter and son-in-law, Sandy (Timmy) Corbitt, of Waycross; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Andy (Sandy) Taylor and Jason (Lynada) Taylor, all of Waycross; 7 grandchildren, Skyler Taylor, Jayden Taylor, Ashlee Corbitt, Danielee Corbitt, Joe Edge, Kelly Mercer and Joanna Summey; 5 great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. A memorial service will be held Sunday at Laura S Walker State Park Building 1. Memorialization will be by cremation. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501 or to Disabled American Veterans at www.dav.org. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JACKSON, Donald Andrew Jackson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, September 7, 2011) Mr. Donald Andrew Jackson, age 62, of Jasper, FL passed away Monday, August 22, 2011 at his residence. Funeral services were held Friday, August 26, 2011 at the Chapel of Cagle Funeral Home. Survivors include his wife, Jane Jackson of Jasper; son, Lucas Jackson of Jasper; daughter, Kalli Jackson of Jasper; sisters Wanda Joyner and Karen Chauncey both of Homerville, Nelda Register of Perry, FL; nieces and nephews, Jennifer, Lamar, Haley, Ivy Kaye, Garrett, Hamp, Taylor, Miley and Michaela. Interment followed at Georgia National Cemetery in Cherokee County with Local Chapter 47 DAV in charge of Military Rites. Cagle Funeral Home of Jasper was in charge of arrangements.

JACKSON, Ernest Jackson – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 17 December 2018)

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Reverend Earnest Jackson departed this life Monday, December 10, 2018. A Home going Celebration will be Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, 518 SW Dade Street, Madison, FL. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Esther Ellen Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 8 August 2015) Esther Ellen Jackson, age 77, of Perry, FL, passed away August 8, 2015, at her home. Esther was born September 4, 1937 in St. Petersburg, FL, to the late Robert Alan Duncan and Esther (Flickenger) Duncan. Esther attended Perry First Church of God. She was preceded in death by one son Roy Curtis Jackson Jr. Esther is survived by her husband of 60 years Curtis Jackson; children Debbie (Bo) Wilkes, Pattie (Earnie) Eakins, Kathie Touchton, and David (Susan) Jackson, all of Perry, 7 grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at Carlton Cemetery in Perry Tuesday, August 11, 2015. Memorial contributions can be made to Good Samaritan Center in Dowling Park, FL. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Esther H. Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, May 16, 2014) Esther H. Jackson, age 90, peacefully passed away on May 16, 2014, with her family by her side in DeLand, FL. Esther was born January 13, 1924, in Mayo, FL, to the late Wesley and Katie Hewitt, both of whom were also born in Mayo. Esther was married to Charles Lester Jackson for nearly 51 years until his death in January 1992. She and Lester lived in Cocoa, FL for over twenty years where she was a homemaker while her husband was a fireman at Cape Canaveral, FL. They later moved to Eustis, FL where they enjoyed their lives in the country. After Lester’s retirement, they traveled over the country, camping in Alaska, Yellowstone Park and many other places. Esther was a source of strength for all her family and enjoyed gardening, sewing, reading and the outdoors. She was a very active member of the Church of God and worked with various clubs and groups in each of the churches she and Lester attended. She devoted much of her time and energy to the church and to her family. Esther was predeceased by her husband Charles Lester Jackson, and by her brothers: J. B. Hewitt, P. K. Hewitt, Harlow Hewitt, and Ray Hewitt, and by her sisters: Marie Hewitt Sullivan and Verniel Hewitt Johnson and a great grandson, Jonathan Taylor. She is survived by her 3 children: Charles Arlis Jackson, Annette Horak and Kenneth W. Jackson; 6 grandchildren: Wayne Hanna, Kevin Hanna, Tammy Hanna Kelly, Kristine Branch, Sean Jackson, and Jenell Jackson Pratley, and 11 great grandchildren; her 3 sisters: Eloise Hewitt Murrell, Jean Hewitt Bell and Joan Hewitt Murray and numerous nieces and nephews. Esther Jackson was loved by her family and will be greatly missed, but she has left us many happy memories. Funeral services were held Monday, May 19, 2014 at Alton Church of God in Mayo. Interment followed in Alton Church of God in Mayo. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Eunice Louise Jackson (Abstracted from the 10 November 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Eunice Louise Jackson walked into everlasting life Sunday (Nov. 8, 2015). She was born in Ware County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Jackson Sr. She is survived by 4 sons, Curtis Jackson Jr., of Chapel Hill, NC, Rudolph Jackson of Atlanta, Ronnie Jackson of Richmond, VA, and Clemist Jackson of Marietta; 1 brother, Cleveland Moore of Waycross; 3 sisters, Mattie M. Paulk of Waycross, Letha Jones of Virginia, and Clara Bryant of Hinesville; and a host of grandchildren, great- grandchildren, several aunts, and other relatives. The funeral will be Friday at New Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 901 State St. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Welch & Brinkley Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

JACKSON, Fannie Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 13, 1956) Fannie Jackson, colored, age 73, died July 4th in Madison County Hospital after an extended illness. Survivors are her husband and three sons. Funeral services and interment were held Sunday at Mt. Zion Church at Cherry Lake.

JACKSON, Fay Blondina Clark Jackson (Abstracted from the 13 June 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Fay Blondina Clark Jackson, age 70, will be at Family Worship Center, 631 Izlar St. She was born Jan. 13, 1949 in Waycross to the late Clarence Clark Jr. and Lucy Mae Williams Powell. She received her formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Center High School in 1967. She furthered her education in the Job Corps in Excelsion Spring, MO, where her major study was in the medical field. She later moved to Dallas, TX where she resided until moving back to Waycross in 1991. After returning to Waycross she was employed by McKinney Community Health Center. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age. After she returned to Waycross, she joined membership 4 with Family Worship Center. She sang in the choir and was a member of the prayer ministry. She was a prayer warrior who loved the Lord and her church family. She also loved to cook and would feed everyone that came to her house. Fishing was her favorite pastime and she also loved to read to her granddaughter. On Sunday (June 9, 2019), she was called from her earthly home to her heavenly home after an illness. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Linda Clark. Those left to cherish her memory include three sons, Frank Jackson, of Dallas, Texas, Frederick Jackson, of Morgan, and Eli Jackson, of Waycross; a beautiful granddaughter, Aniyah, of Jacksonville, FL; three brothers and a sister, David Clark of Lutz, FL, Rufus (Carol) Williams of Daytona Beach, FL, Sylvester Armstrong of Waycross, and Margo (James) Green of Jacksonville, FL; an uncle, Jon (Barbara) Williams of Milton, FL; an aunt, Rosetta Williams of Chesapeake, VA; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Ina Rae Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Ina Rae Jackson, age 82, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2009 at Doctors Memorial Hospital. She was a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County, FL, and the daughter of the late Alva Woods and Mary Hagen Woods. Mrs. Jackson worked as a Bookkeeper and was a member of the Julia Street Church of Christ. She enjoyed genealogy and family trees. Survived by a son; Brad Jackson of Perry, FL, a daughter; Carla (Andy) Young of Perry, FL, a sister; Nelda Faye Maddox of Perry, FL, (2) grandchildren; Keith Young and Kellie Young, (3) great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Thursday, December 24, 2009. Interment will follow at Pisgah Cemetery.

JACKSON, Iris Murel Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Iris Murel (Santerfeit) Jackson, 96, beloved mother and grandmother, died on January 13, 2012 at Marshall Health and Rehab. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Edwin Jerry Jackson 23 years ago, December 7, 1988. She was born in Mayo (Lafayette County) FL on August 29, 1915 to Walter Stewart and Arrie (Mouring) Santerfeit. She moved to Fenholloway as a young girl and married her High School sweetheart, Edwin. In 1957 they moved to Perry. When moving to Perry they owned and operated Jackson’s Grocery. Then for 16 years she worked at the Fair Store in Perry. Mrs. Jackson was a founding member of Grace Methodist Church and then later became a member of the Women’s Club in Perry as well as the Garden Club for many, many years. She is survived by two sons, Robert A. Jackson, Perry; J. Shan (Gail) Jackson of Milton, FL; two daughters, Judy A. (George D.) Stamos of Keaton Beach, Jerri E. (Kenneth) Grossman of Key Largo, FL; 17 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren and wo nieces, Nell Horne and Miriam Jones and two wonderful caregivers, Marianne Knowles and Herminia Pierce of Perry. Along with her husband she was predeceased by two grandsons, Ernie Martin and Andy Jackson. Funeral Services were held at Burns Funeral Home Chapel on January 14, 2012. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice or the First United Methodist Church. Serving as pallbearers were Mrs. Jackson’s grandsons; Eddie Jackson, Craig Jackson, George Stamos, Jason Stamos, Ryan Curtis, Rhett Curtis, Evan Grossman, and Zachary Lindsay.

JACKSON, Isaac James Jackson – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 17 April 2019) Isaac James Jackson departed this life Monday, April 15, 2019. A home going Celebration will be at Mt Zion Cherry Lake, 407 NE Mt Zion Church Ave., Madison, FL. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home and Crematory.

JACKSON, James Jackson – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 1 October 2018) James Jackson departed this life Thursday, September 27, 2018. A home going celebration will be Saturday, October 6, 2018 at Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home, 162 SW Third Ave., Madison, FL.

JACKSON, James Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 24, 1962) James Jackson, age 52, died August 6th in Ft. Lauderdale after a sudden illness. He had lived in Madison for a number of years. He is survived by his mother, Minnie Jones, of Madison and a number of brothers and sisters. Funeral services were held Sunday August 19th in Mt Nebo Church with burial in the church cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral home was in charge of the arrangements.

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(Abstracted from various sources) Retired U.S. Army Staff Sgt. James Jackson, 86, born in Quitman, GA, and raised in Jacksonville FL, but resided in Hopewell, VA passed away Saturday, Aug. 3, 2013, at Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center. James was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ida Mae Jackson; wife, Elfriede Jackson; brother, Salis; sisters, Claire, Cinnet and Bulah. Mr. Jackson was a retired supervisor of custodial services at John Tyler Community College after 24 years, and received recognition for his dedicated service. Prior to John Tyler, he served in the U.S. Army for 26 year’s seeing service in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He is survived by eight daughters, Marilyn Jackson, Edith Love (Therman), Inge Ham, Ute Pope (James), Luise Jackson, Vadis Meadows, Jackie Fuller and Tina Taylor (Gregory); 17 grandchildren, Richard and Bradley Vassar, Norman, Eric and Jerome Love, Kevin Groves, Stephanie Pope and James Pope Jr., Michelle Reyes, Nina Holmes, Tiffany and Christina Meadows, Jerry Meadows Jr., Candice Fuller, Nicholas, Tia and Nylan Taylor; 13 great-grandchildren. He was raised by his uncle Oscar Mitchell of Tallahassee, FL. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2013, at the Memorial Funeral Home-Gould Chapel, 214 N. 6th Ave., Hopewell, VA, and where funeral services will be conducted Thursday, Aug. 8, 2013. Interment will follow in Appomattox Cemetery.

JACKSON, James Curtis Jackson (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 23 June 2016) James Curtis Jackson, age 33 of Perry, FL passed away at his home on June 23, 2016. He was born in Port Charlotte, FL and lived in Perry for the past two months. James was member of the 2000 Charlotte High School graduating class and had worked in construction as a block mason. James is survived by his parents: Curtis H. Jackson and Sandra Wilhite Jackson of Perry; grandparents: Clarence and Barbara Wilhite of Marietta, SC; two sons: Caleb James Jackson and Carter Benjamin Jackson and one daughter: Ariana Michelle Jackson all of Punta Gorda, FL; two sisters: Brianna Jackson of Punta Gorda and Heather Worley of Huntsville AL; his nieces and nephews: Brayden Evan, Clayten Jackson and Shawna, Holly and Deyion Worley as well as several uncles and cousins. The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. All arrangements are under the care of Beggs Funeral Home in Perry.

JACKSON, James Jackson Jr. – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 4 May 2019) James Jackson Jr. departed this life Wednesday, May 1, 2019. A Home going Celebration will be at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, 518 SW Dade Street, Madison, FL. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home.

JACKSON, James Wesley Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 19 September 2016) James Wesley Jackson Sr., age 47, passed away on September 19, 2016 in Perry, FL. James was born June 30, 1969 in Perry, FL to Charles W. Jackson and Eva Mae Hughes Moa. James attended the Antioch Revival Center. James worked as a Master Fiberglass Fabricator with Gulf Coast Fabricators. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and looking for arrowheads. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. James would rather do for others than he would himself, and his doors were always open to anybody that needed him. James was preceded in death by Charles W. Jackson and Eva Mae Hughes Moa, his Maw and Pop, Gladys and Barney Mathis, and his Uncle Dale Mosley. Mr. Jackson is survived by his wife of 7 years Cheryl Jackson; his daughter Kelly (Trey) Kinsey, and son James Wesley Jackson, Jr.; his brother Charles Jackson; his sister Sherry Gaylord; 5 grandchildren, Landen, Conner, Bryton, Lily, and Brook’Lyn, as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at his home, 4037 Grover Hunter Rd., Perry, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JACKSON, Jesse Jackson III- death announcement (Abstracted from John Bullard 20 June 2020) Jesse Jackson III departed this life Wednesday, June 17, 2020. A Private Graveside Service will be at Oakridge Cemetery, 394 NW Meeting Ave, Madison, FL. Services by Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home 850-973-6666.

JACKSON, John Earl Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 7 December 2018) John Earl Jackson, age 62, of Lakeland passed away Friday, December 7, 2018 at his residence after a brief battle with cancer. He was born on November 4, 1956 in Hahira, GA to the late John Henry Jackson and Genette (Stone) Jackson of Lakeland. He was a United States Army veteran. He also was a member of LoveJoy Community Church. John Earl worked as a carpenter basically all his life. He worked with various construction companies throughout the South but most recently with Skinner 6

Construction. He loved fishing, playing the guitar and spending time with friends and family. Along with his father he was preceded in death by his brother, Joe Jackson. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Kathy Jackson, Lakeland; 3 daughters & sons-in-law: Kelly & Chris Newsome, Lakeland, Amber Cummings, Lakeland, Tasha & Joseph Larson, Valdosta; 12 grandchildren: Kaleigh Bradford, Madison Newsome, Maegan Newsome, Jaycee Newsome, Kori Manning, Abbi Rodger, Ayden Anderson, Liam Cummings, Joseph Larson, Joshua Larson, Eathan Larson & Holley Larson; his mother: Genette Jackson, Lakeland; 4 sisters & brothers-in-law: Shirley Sellers, Nahunta, GA, Geraldine Jackson (Curt Crosby), Jacksonville, FL, Helen & BJ Davis, Lakeland, Paula Bennett, Lakeland; brothers & sisters-in-law: Tommy & Selina Jackson, Adel, Jimpson Jackson (Martha Stone), Lakeland and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Sunday, December 9, 2018 in the LoveJoy Community Church with burial following in Fender Cemetery. The Jackson family is being cared for by the professional staff of Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

JACKSON, John L. Jackson, Jr. (Abstracted from John Bullard 28 April 2020) John L. Jackson, Jr., age 85, of Shady Grove, FL passed away at home on Sunday, April 26, 2020. He was born in Taylor County, FL to James Carlton Jackson and Zella Agnes Morgan. Mr. Jackson was a diesel engineer and a longtime member and deacon at Sirmans Baptist Church. He loved the church. J. L. was happily married for 64 years to his wife Phyllis Ann Driggers Jackson. He had a heart of gold and loved to fish, attend family gatherings and outings. During his career, he worked for Lee Cypress in Perry, FL, Lane Dredging in Gibsonton, FL and Sportscraft in Perry, FL. Mr. Jackson is survived by his wife Phyllis: a son, John L. Jackson III (Tonia) of Monticello, FL; four daughters; Brenda Wilson of Shady Grove, FL, Janet Tuten (J.P.) of Greenville, FL, Valerie Reeves (Don) of Alabama and Jonna Leigh Pate (Lewis) of Perry, FL; a brother J.W. Jackson (Jeanette) of Kathleen, GA: twenty grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his parents, son-in-law Jimmy Wilson, daughter-in-law Bobbi Jean Jackson; two sisters, Louise Burke and Dovie Jackson; two granddaughters; Jennifer Marie Melson and Kasey Lynn Jackson; and grandson, Opey Pate. Graveside funeral services will be at Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Beggs Funeral Home in Perry, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

JACKSON, Joy Moore Jackson (Abstracted from the May 23, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Joy Moore Jackson, age 90, died Wednesday (May 21, 2014) at her residence in Bickley following an extended illness. She was born in Athens, but resided in Ware County most of her life. She was a retired LPN from Satilla Regional Medical Center and a member of Bickley United Methodist Church. She was an avid reader who loved her children, grandchildren and friends. She was considered a caregiver to all. She was a daughter to the late Charles Wesley Moore and Lucy Moore. She was married for 51 years to the late Floyd Harold Jackson. She was also preceded in death by a great grandson, Wesley Jackson, two brothers, Charles “Blue” Moore and Elias Moore, and a sister, Charlene Capps. She is survived by 3 children, Floyd Wesley (Linda) Jackson, of Bickley, John Raymon (Jeanette) Jackson, of Warner Robins, and Wanda Roth, of Waycross; 6 grandchildren, Mark (Melba) Jackson, Tony (Kim) Jackson, Ray (Pam) Jackson, Marcenia (John) Banach, Anita (John) Anderson, and Angela Roth; 9 great- grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Faye (Charles) Beverly, of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday at Bickley United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Moore Cemetery in Bickley. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, or Bickley United Methodist Church, 8040 Old Nicholls Highway, Nicholls, GA 31554. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JACKSON, Joyce Redden Jackson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, June 16, 2010) Joyce Redden Jackson, 83, of Moultrie, formerly of Homerville died Sunday, June 13, 2010, at her home. She was born June 16, 1926 in Moultrie and was the daughter of the late Marion Lewis Redden and Jessie Hines Redden. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nathan Maurice "Billy" Jackson, Sr. Survivors include two sons, Maury Jackson and wife Linda, and Timmy Hunt Jackson all of Moultrie; one daughter, Sandra Jackson Rogers and husband Jerry of Moultrie; one brother, Terry Redden of Lagrange; five grandchildren, Nat Jackson, Erin Hendrick Gay, Mary Lee Hendrick Seiverd, Samantha Rogers, Sydney Reid Jackson; five great-grandchildren, Lori Jackson, Katlyn Jackson, Ashlyn Seiverd, Nathan Seiverd, Gracie Gay. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at Cobb Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memory Gardens. Memorials contributions may be made to Colquitt Regional Hospice, P.O. Box 40, Moultrie, GA 31776.

JACKSON, Joe Tom Jackson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, November 17, 2010)

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Mr. Joe Tom Jackson, 80, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2010, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Jackson was born November 30, 1929, in Geneva, Alabama. He was a retired dump truck driver and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during the Korean Conflict. Survivors are his wife, Martha Ann Lewis Jackson of Chancellor, AL; five daughters, Teresa (Darrell Pittman) Chapman and Holly (Shane) Corbitt both of Pearson, Julie (Ray Dersie) Jackson and Connie Jackson both of Winter Garden, FL and Beverly Anderson of Axson, GA; one brother, Charles “Kenny” Spann of Ozark, AL; 10 grandchildren and several other relatives. Services for Mr. Jackson were held Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at the chapel at The Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville, GA. Interment was in the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Milledgeville, with military honors. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Jackson Family.

JACKSON, Joseph Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 6, 1953) Joseph Jackson, age 80, father of Mrs. A. L. Taylor of Madison, died February 27 at his home at White Springs after an extended illness. Funeral services were held Sunday at the White Springs Methodist Church. Mr. Jackson was born at Demorest, GA and moved to White Springs in 1921. He was a retired saw mill operator. Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Sally Jackson, of White Springs; seven daughters; five sons, one brother; 28 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Interment was in the Riverside Cemetery in White Springs.

JACKSON, Julius “Buddy” Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Jun 8th, 2011) Julius “Buddy” Jackson was born May 19, 1927 in Madison to Wise Jackson and Agnus Pinesett. He was converted at an early age and joined Lime Saint Missionary Baptist Church, Madison. He attended the public schools of Madison County. He worked for Gold Kist for many years. On June 3, 2011, Buddy received his wings and took his final journey to his resting place. He is preceded in death by six brothers: Richmond Jackson, Smokey McGhee, Andrew McGhee, Willie McGhee Sr., William Martin and Jesse McGhee Sr.; two children, Nancy Mae Jackson and Julius (Thelma) Jackson, Jr.; three grandchildren: Toby Jones, Ahmad Jackson, and Amber Jackson; and a brother-in-law, John Lee Barfield. He leaves to cherish his memory a devoted wife of 61 years, Ola Mae Jackson; 13 children: Richard (Jackie) Jackson, Leroy (Hilma) Jackson, Jerry (Sarah) Jackson, Sgt 1st Class Alvin (Angela) Swilley, Dorothy (Lonnie) Coleman, Reginald (Angela), Graham, Donnie Graham, Kenneth Davis, Reginald Walker, Laura Hills, Stanley Brown; a sister-in-law, Allie Mae McGhee; sister, Geraldine McGhee; brother-in-law, Theodore (Easter) Barfield; aunt, Ola Mae Hicks; 60 plus grandchildren, a host of great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; and one special cousin, Mr. George Pinsett (his fishing partner). Services will be held Saturday, June 11, at 11 a.m. at Pineland Missionary Baptist Church in Madison.

JACKSON, Kenneth Kurt Jackson – Death Announcement (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/02/kenneth-kurt-jackson/) Mr. Kenneth Kurt Jackson, age 63, Valdosta, entered into the sunset of life on February 21, 2019. Harrington Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Lamar Talmadge Jackson (Abstracted from the 31 March 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Lamar Talmadge Jackson, age 79, of Tifton passed away Sunday, March 26, 2017, at Tift Regional Medical Center. His funeral service was Wednesday, March 29, 2017, at the First Baptist Church in Tifton. Mr. Jackson was laid to rest at Douglas City Cemetery with Masonic rites. Born November 9, 1937 in Douglas, Mr. Jackson was the son of the late Charles Jackson and Boycie Carver Jackson. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Charles Jackson and three sisters, Billie Tesh, Nancy Thomas and Barbara Wilkerson. He was owner of Superior Uniform and Linen Service and Kelly’s Cleaners, both in Tifton. He was a member of Tifton’s First Baptist Church, Masonic Lodge #47 in Tifton and the Valley of Albany Scottish Rite Lodge. He was a veteran of the United States Army and was an integral part of the forming and start-up of the Tiftarea YMCA. Mr. Jackson is survived by his wife, Wilma Wallace Jackson of Tifton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Donna Jackson and Scott and Glenda Jackson, all of Tifton; one daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Mark Bowmar of Kathleen; one sister, Bonnie Swails of Jacksonville, FL; six grandchildren, Conner Jackson, Carter Jackson, Addison Jackson, Christina Bowmar, Mark Allen Bowmar and Austin and Kayla Tucker; and one great-grandson, Jaxon Tucker. Memorial gifts may be made to First Baptist Church of Tifton Memorial Fund, 404 Love Avenue, Tifton, GA 31794; or the Tiftarea YMCA, 1657 Carpenter Road South, Tifton, GA 31793. Services for the Jackson family were under the care and direction of Bowen-Donaldson Home for Funerals.

JACKSON, Laura Wiggins Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL)

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Laura Wiggins Jackson, age 68, passed away on Friday, May 18, 2012 at Doctors Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Jackson was born in Valdosta, Georgia, to the late Carl Wiggins and the late former Lillie Mae Cumbus. Coming from Lowndes County, GA she had lived in Perry since 1967. She was a homemaker and a member of the Lakeside Baptist Church and attended San Pedro Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a loving mother, and grandmother. In her spare time she enjoyed baking. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Michael Davis. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Jim Jackson, of Perry, FL, (3) sons, Harvey Samuel Davis, Larry Dee Davis (Melanie Thomas), and Sherwin Lewis Davis (Luann Renee), all of Perry, FL, (2) sisters, Judy Fountain and Dot Bowls, (7) grandchildren, (12) great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, May 21, 2012. Interment will follow at San Pedro Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Sunday evening from 2 pm – 6 pm at the family home located at 2795 Ward Road, Perry, FL 32348.

JACKSON, Leo Gideon Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Leo Gideon Jackson, 74 years old, died at North Florida Regional Medical Center on Friday, April 2, 2010. Mr. Jackson was taken back to his home on Sunday, April 4 where the family received friends for a home visitation. The funeral service will be held Monday, April 5 at 2:00 at Airline Baptist Church in Mayo with interment to follow at Airline Cemetery. Leo was a farmer who had lived in Mayo most of his life where he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, camping, and making cane syrup. Leo loved people and those that met him loved him too. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Ben Jackson; 2 sons: Leo Gideon Jackson Jr. and Barry Hoyt Jackson; 3 daughters: Kimberly Michelle Rice, Kathy Anita Jackson, and Ginger Rae Eustice; 2 sisters: Loycelle Ezell and Lavonia Robinson; 11 grandchildren and 7 great- grandchildren; 2 nieces and 2 nephews. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home is handling all arrangements.

JACKSON, Lily Juanita Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 4, 1953) Lily Juanita Jackson, little 3½ year old colored girl living in East Madison, was burned so badly Wednesday morning of last week that she died shortly after reaching the Valdosta hospital. The child was been over at her cousin’s home playing, and it was thought that her dress caught fire from the fireplace. She was the daughter of James and Lillie B. Jackson. The funeral was held Sunday with burial at High Antioch.

JACKSON, Lou Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 1, 1943) Lou Jackson, aged colored woman living on the Cantey place, died Wednesday morning of last week of a stroke, and was buried Thursday in the Madison Cemetery. She thought she was about 102 years old. She was a great help to those living in her community and highly regarded by all.

JACKSON, Lucille May Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 10 November 2016) Lucille May Jackson, age 88 passed away in Gainesville, FL on November 10, 2016. She was born March 23, 1928 in Bay St. Louis, MS to Richard Boudreaux and Rita Perry Boudreaux. She was of the Baptist faith and homemaker and was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Donald K. Jackson, Jr. Jackson is survived by; one son, Franklin Thomas (Jacquelyn) Jackson, grandchildren, Jennifer (Joe) Bartolotti and Andrew (Nicole) Jackson, as well as great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Burns Funeral Home of Mayo. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Wayfare Cemetery.

JACKSON, Lue T. Jackson (Abstracted from the 14 January 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mother Lue T. (affectionately known as “Too Sweet”) Jackson, age 95, of Nahunta, who was temporarily residing at 2255 Frederica Road, St. Simons Island, passed away Saturday (Jan. 9, 2016) at Southeast Georgia Health System, Brunswick, with loved ones at her bedside, following a lengthy illness. The family is receiving friends at the home of her granddaughter, Karen Jackson, 114 Fairman St., Brunswick. She was born July 23, 1920 in Brantley County (Nahunta) to the late York and Laura Jackson. She attended school in the Brantley County School System. Early in life she joined Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church where she later served as church mother, a position she held until God called her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, her twin, Lula S. Jackson and Mamie Anderson, and one brother, Buddie Jackson. She leaves to cherish her memories 1 son, Stanley (Arlene) Jackson of St. Simons Island; 8 grandchildren, Karen (Seymour) Blake, Stanley Jackson Jr., Michael (Raychelle) Jackson, Destiny (Joseph) Jackson, Mercedes (Calvin Jr.) Jackson, Jamison Wilson, Keisha Jackson, 9

Kayla Collins; 18 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson; 1 nephew, Freddie Jackson of Augusta; 1 niece, Birdie Mae Glover of Tampa, FL; 1 sister-in-law, Maebell Lemons of Waycross; and a host of nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held Saturday at Southside Baptist Church, 550 School Street in Nahunta. Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery, Brunswick. Arrangements are with Rainge Memorial Chapel, Inc.

JACKSON, Luster Parramore Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 6, 1942) Funeral services were held for Luster Parramore Jackson, Tuesday afternoon, October 27th at Macedonia Baptist Church. Mr. Jackson is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur P. Jackson, two brothers, Mr. Walter Drew Jackson of Jacksonville; Mr. George Cecil Jackson, of Pensacola, and three sisters, Mrs. Joseph H. Millinor of Perry; Mrs. William E. Ward of Madison; and Mrs. Joseph A. Brown of New Orleans, LA. A grandmother, Mrs. Alice McCullough of Madison and a grandfather, Mr. George W. Johnson of Lee, also survive. Luster was born November 7, 1917, in the same house in which he resided at the time of his death. He had been crippled for a long time, during a part of which his sufferings were intense, but he always bore them cheerfully. His suffering started his first year of school and he continued until he was twelve years of age, at which time he was forced to walk on crutches and had to stop school.

JACKSON, Malik Shakur Jackson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 27 May 2020) Malik Shakur Jackson was the son of Antonio Brown, Sr. and Jennifer Jackson. He was born in Tallahassee, FL on October 29, 1998. All of Malik’s life was spent in his native Chattahoochee and later in Tallahassee where he was surrounded by numerous immediate and extended family members. Malik attended the public schools of Gadsden and Leon Counties. He entered the workforce full-time while in high school. He worked an array of jobs, often working two full-time jobs simultaneously. From those who knew him best, Malik loved working. Most recently, he was employed by Five Guys Burgers and Fries. He had also recently worked at Popeye’s. Malik had an infectious smile. He enjoyed fishing; taking photographs and singing along to the sounds of Michael Jackson. Malik’s earthly life came to its untimely closure on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. His love and memory will be cherished forever by his loving mother: Jennifer Jackson of Tallahassee, FL; father: Antonio Brown, Sr. of Chattahoochee, FL; brothers: Antonio Brown, Jr., Jadai Jackson, Tallahassee, FL, Armonie Brown, Grand Ridge, FL and Kaysen Brown of Blountstown, FL; sisters: Jennaviyah Jackson, Tallahassee, FL, Kyia Brown, Shelby Brown and Kiarah Brown, all of Grand Ridge, FL; maternal grandmother: Linda Jackson of Tallahassee, FL; paternal grandfather: Homer Jackson of Quincy, FL; paternal grandmother: Shirley B. Brown of Chattahoochee, FL; paternal grandfather: Horace Stanley (Vera) Brown of Atlanta, GA; paternal great-grandmothers: Perliess Murry and Ruthie Lee McWhite, both of Chattahoochee, FL; maternal aunts: Abigail (Dwyane) Jackson, Tallahassee, FL Bernadette Kelley of Gretna, FL; paternal aunt: Bridgette Brown of Quincy, FL; paternal uncles: Corwin (Jessica) Brown, Markeise Brown and DeMarcus Brown all of Chattahoochee, FL; and a host of other loving family members.

JACKSON, Mamie Lovett Jackson – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 5 February 2021) March 17, 1930 - February 5, 2021

JACKSON, Marie Rose Wynn Jackson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 6 November 2020) Marie Rose Wynn Jackson, age 82, was born March 20, 1938 in Troy, AL to Columbus, Sr. and Easter Wynn. She was the fifth of ten children. On Friday, Nov. 6, 2020, Evangelist Marie Jackson peacefully exited her earthly tabernacle and entered into eternal life with her Heavenly Father. Marie was educated in the Pike County Public School System, Troy, AL. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and became a member of Wilson Temple First Born Church of the Living God, Inc. There she served in several capacities such as: Sunday School Teacher, choir member, Coordinator of Transportation, and the first Missionary in the Wilson Temple First Born Church. She also served as the Tallahassee District Missionary for many years. She was the Senior Pastor of Tallahassee No. 3 - First Born Church of the Living God and Wilson Temple First Born Church of the Living God. She was very loyal to the ministries. She served God with all of her heart, mind, and soul. Her presence was a present, not only to her family and friends, but to all who came in contact with her. She was unique and one of a kind. In her presence was an inviting atmosphere of warmth and love. She was a woman of worth and beauty, inside and out. She was a faithful servant of the Lord who loved her family, friends and church. Evangelist Jackson possessed an inner beauty that only comes from Christ. During her leisure, Evangelist Marie Jackson enjoyed reading the Bible, completing word search puzzles, gardening, fishing, golfing, traveling, sewing and upholstery. Evangelist Marie Jackson leaves to revere, esteem and emulate her legacy: the apple of her eye and love of her life, her loving and devoted husband of 53 years: John Henry Jackson, Sr.; five 10 sons: Anthony D. Jackson, Johnny C. (Yvette) Kelly, Sr., James (Debra) Jackson, all of Tallahassee, FL, Sylvester H. (Leslie) Kelly, Crawfordville, FL and Mark E. Jackson of Orlando, FL; four daughters: Linda Ling, Lovett Riggins, both of Tallahassee, FL, Nadine P. (Wilbur) Greene, Gloucester, VA and Gwendolyn Jackson of Tallahassee, FL; three daughters-in-law: Yolando Cave, Tallahassee, FL, Rosalyn Jackson, Augusta, GA and Esther Jackson of Crestview, FL; one brother: Sylvester (Carolyn) Jones of Rockledge, FL; two sisters: Magelene Stringer, Troy, AL and Ann Brown of Warren, MI; sister-in-law: Dorothy Bartee Wynn of Vero Beach, FL; brother-in-law: Taylor Green of Tallahassee, FL; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and many other sorrowing relatives. Marie was preceded in death by her four sons, Timothy J. Jackson, Sr., Aaron L. Kelly, Sr., John H. Jackson, Jr. and Michael L. Jackson, Sr.; two daughters, Angela L. Jackson and Elizabeth L. Rhett; one son-in-law, Bruce Antonio Ling, Sr.; five brothers, CW Williams, CB Phillip, Columbus Wynn, Jr., Lamar Wynn, Sr., Clarence E. Jones; and one sister, Bettye Green.

JACKSON, Mary Ann Jackson (Abstracted from Greene Publishing 26 January 2021) Mary Ann Jackson, age 61, of Zellwood, FL, was born on March 2, 1959 and by God's Divine will, she crossed from this walk of life on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. Celebration of life services for Mother Jackson will be honored by her family and friends at the Havana Community Development Center, 264 Carver Street, in Havana. Earthly bed of Slumber: Mt. Zion AME Church Cemetery, Havana (Glades). Mary Ann was born to Katarine Stamper on March 2, 1959, but for her to have a better life, this precious bundle of joy became the loving and special daughter of Henry and Hattie Gray. She received her education from the public schools of Havana (Gadsden County), FL. before relocating to Zellwood (Orange County), FL. She became a beloved church mother of Ekklesia International Ministries of Zellwood. Mary Ann enjoyed puzzles, watching television and old movies. Mary Ann will be missed but her faithful earthly service is complete. She has earned her wings and will forever rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus. Survivors include her sister: Debra (Billie) Blackmon of Zellwood; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Final care and compassionate services are being provided to the Jackson family, with love, care and uncompromising dignity, by the Hall-Moore Funeral Directors at Tillman Funeral Home of Madison, (850) 973-6677.

JACKSON, Mary Nell Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL August 16, 2014) Mrs. Mary Nell Jackson, age 82, of Mayo, FL, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2014 at Lafayette Health Care in Mayo. Mary was born August 7, 1932 in Samson, AL, to James and Nannie (Burket) Cooper. Mrs. Jackson was of the Baptist Faith and worked as an accountant for the Jacksonville Naval Air Station in Jacksonville, FL and then at Fort Wainwright in Fairbanks, AK. She was a former member of the Ladies Shrine Club. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting, knitting, traveling, fishing, and reading. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Oscar Cooper and Nannie Estell Burket Cooper, and her husband, James Dewey Jackson Jr. She is survived by 1 son, Wendell (Shirley) Jackson, of Chillhowee, MO, 2 daughters, Cynthia Yvonne Jackson, of Mayo, and Debra Shorette, of Candler, NC, 1 sister, Jimmie Underwood, of Mayo, 5 grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at Mayo Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Midway Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

JACKSON, Matt Jackson (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/matt-jackson/) Matt Jackson, age 54, of Valdosta passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Valdosta on August 5, 1964 to Charles M. Jackson and the late Gloria Suggs Jackson. Matt was a Baptist and a salesman with Whitehead Hardware. He was devoted to his family and loved spending time with his children and their friends. Matt was a courageous fighter to the end. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Jackson of Valdosta; his three children, SSGT Garrett Jackson of Jacksonville, NC, Ashley Jackson and his girlfriend, Kayla Jamieson, Katie Jackson all of Valdosta; a grandson, Brayden Jamieson of Valdosta; his father, Charles M. Jackson; his brother, Ronnie Jackson; a very special sister-in-law, Bonnie Ross all of Valdosta; sister-in-law and two brothers-in-law, Susan and Doug Brown of Albuquerque, NM, Fred Touchton of Valdosta; special nephews, Curtis Ross of Dallas, TX and Jason Ross of Yucca Valley, CA and host of other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria Suggs Jackson, parents-in-law, Fred and Lorena Touchton and a brother-in-law, Kevin Ross. Funeral services will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Copeland Cemetery.

JACKSON, Maudest Milan-Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 2, 2012) The funeral for Maudest “Mot” Milan-Jackson, who died Tuesday (June 27, 2012), was to be held today at 11 a.m. at King Solomon United Methodist Church, 900 Hicks St., with the Rev. Donald Mathis officiating and the Rev. Geraldine McClellan as 11 the eulogist. The body was to lie in repose in the church from 10 a.m. until the service hour. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The funeral cortege was to assemble at the family residence, 809 Cherry St., at 10:15 a.m. She was born to the late Mamie Johnson Milan and Edward Milan on July 18, 1935. She received her early education in the Ware County School System. The religious training she received at King Solomon United Methodist Church was a guiding force throughout her life. She earned her bachelors degree at Paine College in Augusta, and her masters degree at Barry University in Miami, Fla. As a young adult, she moved to Miami, Fla., where she met and married Robert Jackson Jr. in 1969. To this union one child, Mamie, was born. Preceding her in death were her husband Robert Jackson Jr., siblings, Beatrice Caldwell, Julia MeHayes, Curlee Milan and Lunell Conyers. She was employed at the University of Miami as a research technician and later as an academic advisor. She also spent two years at the University of Hawaii doing research for tissue typing for organ transplants. She later went to work at the YWCA of Greater Miami as a program director and grant writer where she retired. She moved back to Waycross where she worked part time at Okefenokee Technical College teaching GED courses. She was very active in the community as a member of the Hazzard Hill/Branch CDC Board of Directors. While in Miami, she was very active at Sellers Memorial United Methodist Church where she served as the Sunday School superintendent and a member of the United Methodist Women. When she moved back to Waycross, she attended her childhood church, King Solomon, where she served as pianist, Sunday School superintendent, member of the United Methodist Women, Administrative Counsel chairperson, and Charge Conference administrator. Her way with words, wisdom, calm demeanor, humor and love will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She leaves to continue her legacy a loving daughter, Mamie; niece, Charlene, whom she raised as her own; brother-in-law, Leroy Conyers; sisters-in-law, Roberta Smith and Lydia Brown; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and sorrowing friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Minerva Elizabeth Taylor Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 6, 1948) Mrs. M. E. Jackson, a resident of Madison for 23 years passed away at her home in East Madison Tuesday afternoon following several weeks of illness. Funeral services were held Wednesday in Macedonia Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Survivors are three sons by a former marriage, Raymond Taylor, of Valdosta and Reed Taylor and Arlie Taylor, both of Madison. Minerva Elizabeth Taylor Jackson was born in Wilkes County NC and moved to Madison 23 years ago. Her husband, J. L. Jackson died in April, 1927.

JACKSON, Molly Patricia Jackson – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 20 March 2021) September 9, 1947 - March 20, 2021

JACKSON, Morris Holland Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Morris Holland Jackson, 72, of Mayo, FL, passed away Monday October 29, 2012 at his residence. He was born on August 7, 1940 to the late William Cleveland Jackson, and the late, Mary Johnson Jackson. He has been a lifelong resident of Lafayette County and was a member of Airline Baptist Church. Mr. Jackson was a dairy farmer and the owner and operator of Morris Jackson and Son’s Dairy. In his spare time, he enjoyed reading, watching westerns, visiting with friends, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his parents, William C. and Mary Johnson Jackson, 2 sisters, Eloise Jackson, and Edna Faye Jackson Shaw, and a brother, Ellis “Buck” Jackson. He is survived by, his wife of almost 46 years, Eliza Lou Lyons Jackson, of Mayo, 3 sons, Scott Jackson (Jackie), Shawn Jackson (Leah), and Seth Jackson (Kemi), all of Mayo, 1 brother Foye Jackson, (Barbara), 1 sister, Dorothy Wimberly, (Elton), all of Mayo, 5 grandchildren, Sarah, Dawson, Ty, Tate, and Holland, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. Jackson will be held at Airline Baptist Church Thursday November 1, 2012. Interment will take place in Airline Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Taunton Children’s Home, P O Box 870, Wewahitchka, FL. 32465

JACKSON, Norman Jackson Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, December 16, 2013) Norman Jackson Sr. passed away December 16, 2013 following an extended illness. He was born on November 16, 1931 to Henry and Mary Clifford Jackson of Kathleen, FL. His mother died when he was 5 years old and his dad moved the family to Brushy Hammock. In Mayo he met and married Opal Hamlin and they lived in Mayo until 2005 when they moved to Wewahitchka, Florida. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Opal and 5 children, Abigail Taunton (David) of Wewahitchka, Florida, Marilyn Robinson (Bruce) and Miriam Martzolf (Brian) both of Orange Beach, AL, Norman (Andy) Jackson Jr. (Kanda) of Mayo, FL and Martha Tidwell (Phillip) of Trussville, AL. He is also survived by sisters, Maudine (Robert) Glisson of Live Oak, FL and Mary Alice Driggers of Old Town, FL. He is also survived by a multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, lots of nieces, nephews 12 and other family members. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Nora Jackson. Norman was a life-long resident of Lafayette County where he was a long time farmer. He served as a County Commissioner for 20 years. In his spare time he loved to fish (especially in the Suwannee River) and was an avid hunter. Funeral services will be held at Alton Church of God in Mayo where he was a long-time member. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, December 19th. Interment will follow in Alton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Taunton Family Children's Home, P.O. Box 870, Wewahitchka, FL 32465.

JACKSON, Olive Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mrs. Olive Jackson, 83, a lifelong resident of Perry, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at her residence, with her loving family at her side. Olive was born November 11, 1929 in Perry, FL, to James and Seay (Padgett) Faulkner. Mrs. Jackson graduated from Foley Junior High School, Taylor County High School, and received her AA degree from North Florida Junior College. She worked at Buckeye Community Federal Credit Union for 31 years, while there she completed “The Certified Union Executive”, working in all phases of the credit union. She was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church where she held numerous offices and teaching positions. Mrs. Jackson was lovingly known by her grandchildren as “Mother” and the community as “Miss Olive”. She is preceded in death by her parents James W. “Judge” Faulkner and the former Seay Padgett; 3 brothers Willard Lawrence Faulkner, James Faulkner, and Donald Nelson Faulkner, and a sister Kathleen Faulkner Brumley. She is survived by her husband of 65 years Mr. Ernest Jackson; her children Andrena J. (Joseph) Knicely, Dale E. Jackson, Teena J. (Glen) Patterson, Patricia J. (Craig) Mason, Jean J. (Terry) Crews; grandchildren Kimberly Lindsey, Eric Jackson, Olivia and Steve Simpson, Britnee and Darrell Cash, Candace and Ken Morath, Courtney and Jason Blando, Michael Mason, Hannah Mason, Katie Crews, Abby Crews; great grandchildren Rachel Quinlan, Dylan Jackson, Madison Jackson, Kevin, Carly, Nicholas, Ethan, Sarah Claire Simpson, Jackson and McKenzie Cash, and Kennedy Cash; her sister-in-law Sarah Jackson, and a host of nieces and nephews, and cousins. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Lakeside Baptist Church in Perry. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Lakeside Baptist Church. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JACKSON, Osgood J. Jackson Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 2, 2005) A funeral for Osgood J. Jackson Jr., 42, who died Sunday evening (Aug. 28, 2005) will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Zachry Holiness Church with Elder Clarence Adamson Sr. officiating. He was a native of Waycross where he attended public schools. His parents were the late Osgood J. Jackson Sr. and Mattie Ruth Lee Jackson. Survivors include his wife, Bertha L. Norton Jackson of Waycross; children, LaKendra, Joseph, Joy, Tisha, Valitno, LaKenaa and Brianna; three step-children, Samantha, Sammy Jr. and Jer-Roger Burley, all of Waycross; two sisters, Essie Lee and Virginia Durham (Yancey Sr.), both of Waycross; one aunt, Dorothy Jackson of Waycross; two uncles, Joseph Lee (Mildred) of Waycross and John Lee (Leola) of Trendon, N.J.; mother-in-law, Nellie Norton of Waycross; two nephews and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Jackson home, 206 Nellie St. The body will be placed in the church at 11 a.m. Saturday. Burial will be in Lee-Moore Cemetery. Arrangements are with Fluker Funeral Home.

JACKSON, R. A. Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) On March 21, 2013 R. A. Jackson, 82, of Mayo, left this life to begin eternity with his Lord. R. A. was born July 1, 1930 in Mayo, to the Late John and Mamie (Jones) Jackson. Mr. Jackson served his county as a member of the United States Army and was a faithful charter member of First Assembly of God in Mayo. R. A. and his wife Mildred established Alton Dairy in 1950. With much work, dedication and blessings of the Lord, they were able to realize their dreams of a happy, prosperous life. But the thing that gave R. A. the most satisfaction was the knowledge that all of his family was saved and serving the Lord. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mildred H. Jackson, of Mayo, FL; their three children: Rita, Kevin, and Lindsey; as well as eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services were held on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Mayo First Assembly of God. Interment followed in Alton Church of God Cemetery in Mayo. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JACKSON, R. D. Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 10, 1964) R. D. Jackson, brother-in-law of Mrs. J. J. Floyd of Madison, died in Dothan, AL Sunday June 28th following a heart attack. His wife, Mrs. Jackson, was here at the time with Mrs. Floyd for a few days’ visit, enroute from spending several weeks with her daughter in Jacksonville. Mrs. Jackson had talked with Mr. Jackson Saturday by telephone, and he was apparently all right. 13

JACKSON, Mrs. Rachel Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 2, 1938) Mrs. Rachel Jackson, widow of the late Joe G. Jackson, who died nineteen years ago, passed away at her home three miles north of Lee Wednesday of last week. Mrs. Jackson had been in bad health fir several years, and suffered a stroke of paralysis on Saturday before her death. She was 64 years old. Mrs. Jackson was born and reared in the Lee section of this county. She is survived by seven children: Mrs. O. O. Webb of Lake City, Cary Jackson of Greenville, and Walter, J. B., Hinton, Emory and Miss Dollie Jackson of Lee; and several grandchildren. She leaves also one brother, Mr. Ben Ponder of Westwood, CA, and four sisters: Mrs. W. V. Godwin, Mrs. Lon Mercer, Mrs. J. B. McDaniel and Rube Newsome, all of Lee, and a large number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held last Thursday at Stonewall Methodist Church.

JACKSON, Robert Andrew Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 15 July 2016) Robert Andrew Jackson, age 82, of Jacksonville, died July 15, 2016, at his residence. Mr. Jackson was born December 22, 1933 at Fenholloway, FL, to the late Edwin J. Jackson and the late Iris Santerfeit Jackson. He was a lifelong resident of Taylor County, living in Jacksonville for the past year. He was of the Methodist Faith. He loved fishing and playing tennis while he attended college. Mr. Jackson worked for the City of Perry in the gas department where he was a manager and also worked for A. E. Jackson Water Company in Fenholloway, FL. He was preceded in death by 2 sons; Ernie Martin and Andy Jackson. He is survived by a son, Randy (Pam) Jackson of Brunswick, GA, 4 daughters; Nancy Stephens of Brunswick, GA, Robbin (Cal) Henderson of Chicago, IL, Leigha Ellison of Jacksonville, FL, and Dana (Brent) Anderson of Perry, FL, 1 brother; J. Shan (Gail) Jackson of Milton, FL, 2 sisters; Judy A. (George) Stamos of Keaton Beach, FL, Jerri (Ken) Grossman of Gainesville, FL, 14 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry is in charge of all arrangements.

JACKSON, Robert Edwin Jackson (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Robert Edwin Jackson of Boston died November 30, 2009 at his residence. Funeral services will be at the Boston Baptist Church on December 3, 2009 with interment in Boston City Cemetery. Mr. Jackson was a produce broker over sixty years. He was born May 4, 1925 at Etica, MS, the son of William Worthy Jackson (deceased) and Carrie Carr Jackson (deceased). On June 28, 1953 at Boston, GA he married Sara Bruce Jackson (survives). He was a member of the Boston Baptist Church and a WWII Veteran having served in the United States Marine Corps. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed football and hosting Fish Frys and enjoying time with family and friends (His family came first). Survivors are Sara Bruce Jackson his wife of Boston; Dona L. Jackson a daughter of Boston; Joy Jackson West (Chuck) a daughter of Boston; Robbie West (Mandy) grandchild of Boston; Courtney White (Kris) grandchild of Meigs; Hannah Stone (Keith) grandchild of Tifton; Ruthie West grandchild of Boston; Becky West grandchild of Boston; great-grandchildren: Gabrielle & Kaitlyn White, Payton West and a number of nieces & nephews.

JACKSON, Ronnie Vernon Jackson (Abstracted from the 8 March 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ronnie “Ron” Vernon Jackson died Saturday (March 3, 2018) at his brother’s home in Chapel Hill, after an extended illness. Born April 6, 1952, he was a native of Waycross. “Squirrel,” as he was affectionately known, was a born again Christian, baptized at Macedonia Baptist Church as a child. He studied the written word and art and he also was an entrepreneur founding “Joi’s Gourmet Pies and Tarts.” He worked as an investor, a speech pathologist and was a radio celebrity in Chapel Hill, NC, known by his fans as “Ron Jackson Baby.” He valued his education, graduating from Center High School, obtaining his bachelor’ degree from Albany State, and earning a master’s degree from Hampton University. He was an active member of Richmond Christian Center (RCC) during which time he founded “Love Focused Ministries” and “Tea and The Word,” a worldwide phone and social media outreach campaign for Jesus Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Eunice Jackson, also of Waycross, and the love of his life, his wife, Landanese (Pendleton) Jackson. He leaves to cherish his memory a host of loved ones including four children, Ryan Nicholas Khailer, Jason Moultrie, Joi Alexia Jackson, Ayana Faith Jackson; four grandchildren, Asia Marie Moultrie, Cameron Nasir Moultrie, Dylan Ryan Khailer, and Reid Alexander Khailer; three brothers, Curtis (Ethel Jean) Jackson Jr., Rudolph Sylvester (Fran) Jackson and Clemist Lamar (Teresa) Jackson; 10 nieces and nephews, Rhonda Jackson White (Bill, deceased), Lorie Louise (Jesse) Rainey, Dasha Michelle Jackson, Ayo Janeen Jackson, Nichole Richelle Jackson, Aaron Lamar Jackson (nephew and godchild), Cara Teresa Jackson, Maya Virginia Pendleton, Marcus Eugene Pendleton and Adam Christopher Pendleton; and nine great-nieces and nephews. A celebration service will be Saturday at St. Paul A.M.E Church, 101 N. Merritt Mill Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. In lieu of flowers, estate donations may be made. 14

JACKSON, Roosevelt Jackson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 1 February 2012) Mr. Roosevelt Jackson, age 72, of Douglas, passed away on December 30, 2011. He was born on May 8, 1939 in Irwin County to the late Ruth C. Tucker Jackson and the late Willie Lee Jackson, Sr. He attended Holt Elementary. He was a truck driver by trade and was married to Doris Thomas Jackson for 45 years. At an early age Roosevelt joined St. John Missionary Baptist Church. He joined the usher board and served as the president for several years. He also sang in the Douglas Male Chorus for many years. After dating Doris Thomas, they were married on September 19, 1960. To this union four children were born. He was a devoted husband and a good provider for his family. He was a great father, brother, and grandfather. He cherished the friendship of many, especially, his grandfather. He cherished the friendship of many, especially, his neighbor, Jr. Speight, with whom he spent many hours talking at the fence daily. He loved all of his brothers dearly but had a very close relationship with his brother and business partner, George. They started off with livestock (hogs) and later started growing vegetables and taking them to the farmer’s market on the weekend. They even delivered vegetables to the sick and shut in. Roosevelt stayed busy. He started working with Harrell’s Funeral Home several years ago and remained a faithful employee until his health failed. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie Lee Jackson; mother, Ruth C. Tucker Jackson; brothers, Willie Lee Jackson, Jr., and Archie Thomas. Survivors include four daughters, Linda Hope of St. Augustine, FL; Joyce (Bernard) Robinson of Valdosta; and Vivian (Jerome) Loving and Sharon (Angelo) Colson both of Douglas; 1 son, Walter James (Beverly) Jackson of Suffolk, VA; 3 sisters, Viola McDuffie of Miami, FL, Ida Jackson and Rosa (Charlie) Wilcox both of Douglas; 9 brothers, Ezekial (Erma) Jackson, George (Genalder) Jackson, William (Betty) Jackson, Horace (Dot) Jackson, Frank (Vivian) Jackson, Charlie James (Margaret) Jackson, Johnny (Glenda) Jackson, Lee Martin (Darlene) Jackson, and Arthur (Beverly) Jackson all of Douglas; 4 brothers-in-law, George (Jimmie Ann) King, James (Patricia Ann) King, and Jerry King all of Miami, FL, and Nathan (Ann) King of Douglas; 1 sister-in-law, Everlena Jackson of Douglas; 3 aunts, Bessie Graham of Detroit, MI, Essie Lee Martin of Broxton and Ida Lee Paulk of Ocilla; 3 uncles, Leroy (Mamie) Jackson of Tampa, FL, Aaron (Evelyn) Mobley and Cartis (Carolyn) Mobley of Detroit, MI; 10 grandchildren, Latina, Latravia, Porsha, Moses, Chante, Salah, Chelsea, Wesley, Javious, and Jamaal; 9 great grandchildren and a host of loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Saturday, January 7, 2012, at St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Wray. Interment followed in the Douglas City Cemetery in Douglas. Repast was at C.E. Weir Center. Harrell’s Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JACKSON, Rosalie Taylor Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 2 September 2015) Rosalie Taylor Jackson, age 23, passed away on September 2, 2015 in Mayo, FL. Rosalie was born June 17, 1992 in Gainesville, FL to Tony Jackson and Brenda (Burns) Jackson. Ms. Jackson was a member of Grace Baptist Church. Taylor worked with her daddy on the family farm. She enjoyed spending time on the water, and loved to be with her family and friends. Taylor is survived by her daughter Addylan Harrelson; her parents Tony and Brenda Jackson; sister Toni (Garth) Sherrell and their daughter Derby Sherrell; her grandmother Joyce Hannen of Walterboro, SC; aunts Mary Kenner of Kentucky, and Cynthia Driggers of Walterboro, SC; as a well as great aunts and uncles and a host of cousins. Funeral Services will be Saturday, September 5, 2015 at Airline Baptist Church. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Airline Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

JACKSON, Roy Curtis Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 2 November 2016) Roy Curtis Jackson, age 80, passed away on November 2, 2016 at the Good Samaritan Center in Dowling Park, FL following an extended illness. Roy was born February 7, 1936 in Perry, Florida to Roy Marvin Jackson and Lessie Jane Kinsey Jackson. He was a member of the Northside Church of God in Perry. Roy was a graduate of Taylor County High School in 1954 and then attended and graduated from Palm Beach Technical School in 1962 as a certified plumber. He then worked as a plumber for more than 40 years as owner and operator of Jackson Plumbing, as a vocational instructor for the Florida Department of Corrections for many years before his retirement. During his younger years he also served as a Pastor for several Free Will Baptist Churches. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Lessie Jackson, his wife of 60 years, Esther Ellen Jackson, in 2015, and a son, Roy Curtis Jackson Jr. Mr. Jackson is survived by 3 daughters, Debbie (Bo) Wilkes, Pattie (Earnie) Eakins, and Kathie Touchton all of Perry, 1 son, David (Susan) Jackson of Perry; 9 grandchildren, 21 great- grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. Jackson will be Monday, November 7, 2016 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment will follow in Carlton Cemetery.

JACKSON, Royce Van Jackson, Sr. (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida July 14, 2012) 15

Royce Van Jackson. Sr., MD, age 83 of Crawfordville, Fl. died Tuesday July 10th in Tallahassee, FL. Royce was a native of Attapulgus, GA, and had lived in Tallahassee since 1967. Graduating as valedictorian from Attapulgus High School in 1945, he then graduated from Georgia Southern College in 1949. He taught science at Chattahoochee High School, before entering the US Army Medical Service Corps in 1950. He also served in the Korean Conflict with the 2nd Infantry and was awarded the Combat Medical Badge and a Bronze Star. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1958. He went on to practice Family Medicine in Madison, FL from 1960-1965. He then studied Psychiatry at Tulane University, and Family Systems Theory at Georgetown University College of Medicine. Royce practiced Psychiatry in Tallahassee from 1967-1993. After closing his psychiatry office, he went on to become certified in Chelation Therapy. He retired from that practice in 1998. Among his professional achievements are the following: Staff appointments at the Ochsner and Charity Hospitals in New Orleans, LA; and, Chairman of the Psychiatric Department at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. He also served as an expert witness and consultant in the Leon County judicial system. Royce enjoyed dancing, reading, gardening, playing golf and poker, fishing, and “honky tonkin’. Royce was preceded in death by his parents Josephine and James Jackson; his brothers Mason and James; his sister Geraldine McCarty (Joe); his first wife Helene; and his step-daughter Brenda Higgins. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 25 years Patricia Jones Jackson; his children Mary Agnes Jackson Dallas (John), Royce Van Jackson, Jr. (Helen); his grandchildren Laura Dallas McSorley (Tom), Paul Dallas, Rebecca Dallas, Amy Koehler, Royce Van Jackson, III, Donald Jackson, Nicki Morris, and Alexandra Higgins. His greatest pleasure for the past 28 years was being” Papa” to his wonderful grandchildren; spending time with them fishing at his home on Anhinga Pond in Crawfordville. His surviving siblings include Charles Jackson (Lorraine), Mary Jo Jackson Clark, Billy Jackson (Miriam), Enid Jackson Borders (Ernie), Catherine Jackson Smith (Paul), and Carl (Cotton) Douglas Jackson (his beloved baby brother). Royce is survived by many nieces, nephews, friend and cousins. A Celebration of His Life will be held on Saturday July 14th from 5:00 until 8:00 at his son’s home at 2065 Edenfield Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32308. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Salvation Army.

JACKSON, Sallie Jackson (Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 7, 1907) Sallie Jackson of Sanford, better known as Sallie Garven, died in Live Oak. The remains were brought here Thursday and buried in the city cemetery.

JACKSON, Sara Joyce Griner Jackson (Abstracted from information received from June Spear, 31 December 2017) Sara Joyce Griner Jackson, age 95, of Perry, FL, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017. She was born in Perry, FL to parents JM Tally Griner and Simmie Passmore Griner Patterson. She lived in Perry all her life except for stays at St Augustine Plantation and Broadview Assisted Living Facilities in Tallahassee. Sara Joyce was predeceased by her husband of almost 60 years, James C. Jackson. She is survived by her two children, Julie (John) Hansen and Steve (Kathy) Jackson, grandchildren, R. Heath (Gay) Annin, Scott (Cathrine) Hansen, and Anne Hansen, and two great-grandsons, Jackson Cole Annin and Drew Hansen. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and their children. Sara Joyce supported her husband in a variety of business ventures in Perry over the years. They are best remembered as the original owner / operators (1946 - 1956) of Jackson's Bakery (now Johnson's) and the owners of Quality Cleaners and Laundry. She is also known for the delicious baked goods she prepared for the First Methodist Church functions over a 75-year period. But, more than these, she was known for her beautiful smile and the unconditional love she shared with everyone. A Celebration of Life will be held at the First Methodist Church in Perry, FL Friday, January 5th. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to the First Methodist Church, Perry in her name. A private graveside service will be held later.

JACKSON, Shirley Sims Jackson (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/shirley-sims-jackson/) Shirley Sims Jackson was born September 27, 1954 to the late Mack and the late Beulah Sims. Ms. Jackson was a loving and kind-hearted soul who impacted so many lives. She truly loved her family and gave of herself unconditionally. A gentle woman clothed in humility was demonstrated each day in God’s grace. Patience was a true virtue Shirley possessed as she walked through out her journey of life. She was outspoken and feisty at times. It was a side of her that her family knew quite well, but was always shown when times called for a stern hand in love. Ms. Jackson was a member of the Hahira First Baptist Church and loved her church family. She was a faithful member until her health failed. After enduring a lengthy illness, God granted Ms. Shirley Sims Jackson eternal rest with an immortal body on March 9, 2019. She leaves to cherish her memories: her children, Antonio Jackson (Teneeka) of Atlanta, GA, Edward Jackson Jr. (Kim) and Felicia Denson (Lester) of Valdosta, GA; thirteen grandchildren; one great-grandchild; four sisters: Jeanette Inman (John) of Eastman, GA, Janice Peak (William) of Quitman, GA, Jenel Patterson (William), and Cynthia Sims of Valdosta, GA; three brothers: Raymond Sims of Atlanta, GA, Johnny Sims (Sharon) and Calvin Sims of Valdosta, GA, two aunts: Roberta Polk of Cecil, GA and Katie Futch of Miami, FL; special nieces: 16

Vanessa Watts and Tiffany Lewis; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. The Celebration of Life for the late Ms. Shirley Sims Jackson will be at Hahira First Baptist Church. Interment, Harold Chapel Church Cemetery, Lenox, GA. Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

JACKSON, Judge Stephen Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 31, 2007) Chief Judge Stephen L. Jackson, 60, of Blackshear, died early Saturday morning (Dec. 29, 2007) at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Jacksonville, Fla. He was the son of the late Dr. Joseph M. Jackson and Mrs. Anne Lewis Jackson, of Folkston. He was born July 11, 1947, in Waycross. Judge Jackson graduated from Charlton County High School in 1965. He received his B.B. from Mercer University in 1969, and his juris doctorate from Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in 1974. Judge Jackson was admitted to the Bar in 1974 and was admitted to practice in all trial courts in the State of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court of Georgia, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. He was a past president of the Waycross Bar Association. He served on the Board of Governors for the State Bar of Georgia from 1986 to 1994 and was a member of the Budget Committee. Judge Jackson practiced law in Waycross for 22 years and served as the Judge of Recorder's Court for the City of Waycross for 15 years, from 1981 to 1996. He served as the Chapter 7 Trustee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Georgia, serving 14 counties in Southeast Georgia under the auspices of the United States Department of Justice for approximately six years. Judge Jackson was an instructor of Business Law at Waycross College for nine years. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Waycross where he served as chairman of the Board of Trustees, chairman of the Administrative Board, and was a former long time teacher of the Arthur Moore Sunday School Class. He was presently a member of the Sid Ruff Sunday School Class. Judge Jackson served on the board of directors at the Patterson Bank. He was a former member of the Waycross Jaycees where he served as vice-president and past director of the Waycross Chapter of the American Red Cross. He was instrumental in the founding of the Waycross Area Shelter for Abused Woman and Children where he served as director for many years. He was a past president of the Waycross Lions Club and a former member of the Rotary Club. Judge Jackson was a member and past vice-president of the Waycross- Ware County Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he was a graduate of Leadership Waycross. In January of 1996, he completed his four year term on the Waycross-Ware County Development Authority where he served as vice chairman for two years. Judge Jackson was a district member of the Okefenokee Area Council for the Boy Scouts of America. He was an avid sportsman and was a committee member of Ducks Unlimited, the National Wildlife Turkey Federation, the Southeast Gun Owners Association and the NRA. Judge Jackson enlisted in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and received an Honorable Discharge in 1970. He is survived by his wife, Pam Jackson, of Blackshear; two sons, Stephen L. Jackson Jr., and his wife Leasa, of Waycross, and Giles B. Jackson, of Blackshear; his mother, Anne Lewis Jackson, of Folkston; two brothers, Dr. Joseph Lawrence Jackson and his wife Nancy, of Waynesboro, and Dr. Joseph Morgan Jackson III and his wife Maureen, of Albany; three sisters, Joanne Hoffman and her husband Lew, of Greer, S.C., Kish Stevens and her husband Al, of Folkston, Amy Gaston and her husband Greg, of Ashville, N.C.; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at First United Methodist Church of Waycross. Members of the Sid Ruff Sunday School Class were asked to serve as honorary pallbearers. They were to gather at the church by 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, First United Methodist Church, 410 Williams St., Waycross, Ga. 31501. Sympathy may be expressed by signing online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com.

JACKSON, Susan M. Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 11 November 2015) Mrs. Susan M. Jackson, age 93, of Perry, FL passed away November 11, 2015 in Perry. Mrs. Jackson was born June 27, 1922 in Taylor County, FL to James Groover Mathis and Eliza LeNora Williams Mathis. Mrs. Jackson was a member of Westside Baptist Church where she worked with the ladies ministries as well as cooking and providing meals to families. She worked as a Telephone Operator with Gulf Telephone for 30 years before retiring in 1985. After retiring she was a volunteer for Big Bend Hospice and also delivered meals for Meals on Wheels. Mrs. Jackson was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed cooking, quilting, sewing, crocheting, gardening, growing flowers, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband Virgil Gary Jackson in 1984. Mrs. Jackson is survived by; 2 sons, Jim (Claudine) Jackson, and Johnny Jackson; 3 daughters, Janice (Jack) Tedder, Barbara Wynn, and Edye (Ivan) Rowell, all of Perry; 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 14, 2015 in the Joe P. Burns Funeral Home. Interment will follow immediately afterwards in Carlton Cemetery.

JACKSON, Thomas Andrew Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 14 December 2016) 17

Lt. Col. Thomas A (T.A.) Jackson Jr., age 86, passed away on December 14 at Doctor's Memorial Hospital in Perry after an extended illness. T.A. was born on July 3, 1930, in Thomasville, GA to Thomas A (Andrew) Jackson Sr. and Fairby Livingston Jackson. He entered the service as a ROTC cadet at the University of Florida in 1952 and entered the USAF as a 2nd Lt. after graduation. He served at Patrick AFB in Personnel and then in Japan as a Supply Officer for the Japanese-Korean Tacheckwa area. In Korea he was responsible for the evacuation of 6,000 veterans. Upon returning to the states, he served as a Supply Officer for Air Recovery, Tallahassee, FL. For 16 years he was the Air Force Academy liaison officer, Colorado Springs, CO and assisted the regional candidates in entering the academy. He retired after 27 years as a Lt. Col. USAF Reserves with a Distinguished Service Award. He is survived by his wife, Inok Song Jackson and two stepdaughters Suzanne Cricks, and Fame Parada and husband TJ of Tallahassee. From his previous marriage to Betty Sue Dickert there were step children: Charlene Davis and husband Charles of Temple Terrace, FL and Bob and Vivian Sheffield of Perry, and his son Andy Jackson and wife Teresa of Perry. There are many grandchildren that include: Jaiden and Kayle Parada, Thomas A Jackson IV and wife Regina, Jennifer Jackson, Garrett Jackson and wife Teresa, Claire Jackson and husband Ivan, Mirinda Davis, Vicki Taylor, and Tammy Taylor; and a host of great grandchildren that include: Hillary O'Quinn and daughter Riley, Brandon Blazys, Thomas A Jackson V, Oliver Do, Simon and Jonah Jackson. T.A. was the owner and operator of Jackson Furniture, Inc. from 1966 to 2011. The business started in the 1920's by T.A. Jackson, Sr. and wife Fairby and grew to be the largest furniture and appliance business in the region. After a major fire in 1965, the store was rebuilt by T.A. and operated from the Jefferson St. location until his illness forced closure in 2011. He was known for his many innovations in business such as the first computer for accounts receivable in 1963 and direct mail marketing in 1957. He was a master salesman that understood marketing and his customers. T.A. or Tom as he was also known had many hobbies and interests in his life, some of these included: photography, waterskiing, SCUBA and travel. T.A. was a member of the First Baptist Church of Perry since childhood. He was an Eagle Scout with Bronze Achievement. As a longtime Rotarian he served as Club President in 1962. He was a 63 year member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Lodge No. 1851. Mr. Jackson's funeral services will be held Sunday, December 18, at First Baptist Church of Perry. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JACKSON, Thomas Drew Jackson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 2 December 2016) Mr. Thomas Drew Jackson, age 67, passed away on December 2, 2016 at his residence in Lake City, FL. Drew was born February 15, 1949 in Live Oak, FL to Thomas Clifford Jackson and Ada Simpson Jackson. He attended Lafayette County High School and was of the Baptist faith. He was the owner and Operator of Drew's Lounge in Lake City for many years and a longtime farmer, growing several crops of watermelons over the years. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and going to stock car races. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Clifford and Ada Jackson, 2 sisters, Juanita Bennett, and Dorothy Chauncey, and 2 brothers, Thomas Wayne Jackson, and T.C. Jackson. He is survived by 1 daughter, Dana Jackson of Mayo; 1 son, Wayne Jackson of Branford, FL; 2 sisters, Midge (Kenny) Wimberley of Mayo, and Tommie Jones (Louie) Whitworth of Scottsboro, AL; 1 brother, Buddy (Betty) Jackson of Mayo; 4 grandchildren, Emily Drew, Jackson, Lauren, and Trace; as a well as a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at Airline Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

JACKSON, Ulysses Jackson (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida November 1, 2012) Greenville: Ulysses Jackson, age 79, died Friday, October 26, 2012 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be Saturday, 11:00 AM, November 3, 2012 at Mt. Zion #2 AME Church, Cherry Lake, FL with burial at Mt. Zion #2, Cherry Lake, FL. Visitation will be Friday, from 5 – 7 PM at Beggs Funeral Home – Madison Chapel. He was born in Cherry Lake, Florida where he lived all his life. He worked for Florida Plywood, Greenville, FL and was a member of Mt. Zion #2 AME church. He is survived by his wife: Ruby Jackson; 1 son: Jerry Alexander; 3 daughters: Melva Jackson, Gwen Phillips, and Joyce Wells; 3 brothers: Larry Jackson (Voncille), Archie Jackson (Gail) and Melvin Jackson; 3 sisters: Pearly Tookes (Octavious), Patricia Jackson, Anita Williams (Napoleon); 2 sister-in-laws: Vivian Jackson, Sheila Jackson, and a host of grandchildren. She was preceded in death by his parents: Collin and Janie Jackson and 2 brothers: Collin Jackson Jr. and Leroy Jackson. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JACKSON, Vivian Leonora Allick Jackson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 28 June 2020) Vivian Leonora Allick Jackson, the daughter of Joseph Allick and Diana Solomon Allick, was born on October 3, 1933. She and her sister, Elsa, were reared and received their early childhood education in Questelles, a town in the Saint Andrew Parish of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Vivian graduated from Kingstown High School in St. Vincent. In 1950, she moved to London, England and married Mr. Philbert Sprott. While living in London, she attended Oxford School of Fashion. Vivian began sewing 18 when she was 14 years old. Sewing quickly became her profession, passion and beloved hobby. She worked in London as a seamstress / fashion designer and was known for making prom dresses, doctor’s uniforms, wedding gowns and upholstery. Vivian migrated to the United States of America in the late 1960’s and became a certified nursing assistant. She lived in Brooklyn, NY, and Far Rockaway, NY. While working in the Brookhaven Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Far Rockaway, she met and married William Jackson. She enjoyed a 20-year career of caring for others at Brookhaven Rehabilitation and Health Care Center until her retirement. Following her retirement, she moved to Palm Beach County. She continued to serve as a certified nursing assistant at Prestige Nursing Agency in North Palm Beach, Hospice of Palm Beach County, and Gerstenberg Hospice Center. Vivian was a member of St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church in West Palm Beach, FL for over 30 years. At St. Patrick’s, she participated at the St. Patrick’s Senior’s Activity Center, affectionately referred to as the “Golden Butterflies.” She was also an active member of The Episcopal Church Women until her health prohibited her participation. Vivian will long be remembered as a loving woman and as a gifted seamstress. Her family was blessed by her care and concern for each of them. She will be missed by her son: David Carlton Sprott of West Palm Beach, FL; daughter: Diana Carol Jackson (Gary) Moore of Greenacres, FL; sister: Elsa E. Jackson of West Palm Beach, FL; nephews: Michael (Rashida) Jackson and Keith Jackson; nieces: Marcella Jackson and Susan Jackson; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; along with a host of other relatives.

JACKSON, Vonice Diane Blalock Jackson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 12 January 2011) Mrs. Vonice Diane Blalock Jackson, age 55 of Mershon, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2010, at the Orange Park Medical Center following a sudden illness. A native of Pierce County, Mrs. Jackson had lived in Nicholls for many years before moving back to Mershon in 2002. She was a very loving and caring person always putting others first. Mrs. Jackson enjoyed needle work, crocheting, reading and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a caregiver and homemaker, and was a member of Bristol Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Vernon Lavonne Blalock and her husband, Ronald Andrew Jackson. Survivors include 2 children: Dana Melisa Blalock (Thomas) Oliver of Hoboken and Donald Andrew Jackson of Waycross; her mother: Clara Mae Chancey Blalock of Mershon; 2 sisters: LaVerne (Terry) Boatright of Bristol and Teresa (Lon) Sinclair of Mershon; 1 sister-in-law: Sharon Anderson of Nicholls; 5 grandchildren: Phillip Horne, Dyona Horne, Joseph Oliver, Tiffany Jordan, Timothy Courson; several nieces, nephews and numerous other relatives. The funeral for Mrs. Jackson was Saturday January 1, 2011, at Bristol Baptist Church. Interment was in the Bristol Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association, Post Office Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton Street, Waycross, GA 31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JACKSON, W. C. Jackson (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, February 6, 1902) The news of the death of W. C. Jackson will be heard with regret by his friends and the friends of his bride in this county. On January 15th the deceased was married to Miss Nellie May Redding, daughter of Hon. T. J. Redding of Greenville. While on the bridal tour in Washington, he contracted pneumonia which caused his death on Friday of last week. The sympathy of our people goes out to the stricken bride. Mr. Jackson was a prominent young lawyer of Gainesville. No record was found of the burial

JACKSON, Wilhemenia Powell Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Feb 9th, 2011) Wilhemenia Powell Jackson, 52, of Greenville passed away in Tallahassee on Saturday, February 2, 2011. Mrs. Jackson was a native of Greenville where she had worked as a laundry attendant at Cross Landings (Pine Lake) Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church where the funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sat. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. Viewing-visitation will be Friday 3-7 p.m. at Tillman of Monticello 850-997-5553. Among those mourning Mrs. Jackson’s passing are her sons, Joseph (Kimberly) Jackson, John Jackson and Joe Jackson, III; a niece whom she raised as a daughter, Shaquitha (Bryan) Whitfield; brothers, Carl (Alice) Powell, Gerald Powell, Lorenzo (Evelyn) Powell and Marvin Powell; sisters, Sarah Lou Lott and Nora Jones; nine grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Jackson was predeceased by her parents, John Lewis and Willie Mae Mills Powell.

JACKSON, Willie C. Jackson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 19 May 2010) Mr. Willie C “Dub” Jackson the son of the late Mr. Moses & Mrs. Mary Jackson was born in Ben Hill County, Fitzgerald, GA, in the community of “Camp Brooklyn” on February 2, 1927. “Dub” grew up in the community of “Camp Brooklyn” and attended Ben Hill County Schools. He lived and worked in Fitzgerald, GA but moved on to Douglas, GA and was employed for many years with 19 the City of Douglas Light Department and which he later retired. Early in life, June 21, 1943, he was united in holy matrimony with Mrs. Lora “Peaches” Harmon Jackson. They lived in the West Green Community and later moved on to Nicholls, GA. On Tuesday, April 13, 2010, “Dub” transformed from mortality to immortality. He leaves to cherish him one son: Willie Clarence Jackson, Jr. od Douglas, GA; 5 grandsons: Jerry (Jennifer) Jackson of Pembroke Pines, FL, Vivian (Pamela) Jackson, Clarence Jackson of Miami, FL, Laquanda Jackson, Benji Clemons, all of Douglas, GA; great-grands: Antoine, Dewayne, Jasmine, Angela, Melissa, Mary, Shandrika, Tameka, Floyd, Robert, NaShanta, Cory, Runell, Laquanda, Shaquan, Shauntia, Shaniyha, Terrance, Jamaal, James, Louis; sister-in-laws: Rose Lee Harmon of Lyons, GA and Ruby Harmon of Swainsboro, GA; 1 brother-in-law: Pete Knight of Lyons, GA; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. Jackson was were Saturday, April 24, 2010, at New Hope Baptist Church. Burial followed in Union Cemetery in Fitzgerald, GA. McIver Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

JACKSON, Willie James Jackson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 29, 2005) HOMERVILLE — Willie James Jackson, 74, of Homerville, died Saturday (Nov. 26, 2005) in Holly Hill Nursing Home, Valdosta, after an illness. He was a native of Ashburn but had lived in Homerville for many years, His parents were the late Reid and Idella Hutchinson Jackson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Godie Bell Jackson. He was a member of Faith Mission Holiness Church. Survivors include five daughters, Willie Lois Williams (Jeffery), Linda Edwards (Roberts), Lervern Thomas and Lou Poole (Leon), all of Homerville, and Wenere Collins (Freddie) of Valdosta; nine sons, Willie Jackson (Betty), John Jackson (Rachael), Ransey Jackson, Jerry Jackson (Rebecca), Jimmy Jackson (Pricilla), Eddie Jackson (Hattie), Harris Jackson (Melisha), all of Homerville, James Jackson (Marilyn) of Savannah and Torrence Jackson (Dee) of Valdosta; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Claude and Martha Hutchinson; a host of grandchildren and other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jeffrey (Willie Lois) Williams, 22 Temple St., Homerville. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JACOBS, Alvin Burt Jacobs (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 22, 1966) Alvin Burt Jacobs, age 87, died Wednesday of last week in Nahunta, GA following a short illness. He was active until he was eighty years of age, when he suffered a stroke. He was a retired farmer. Funeral services were held Friday in the Nahunta Baptist Church and interment was in Hickox, GA. Surviving are eleven children: Mrs. Frank Argenbright of Madison, FL; Mrs. John Hicks of Waycross, GA; Miss Bessie Jacobs of Jacksonville, FL; Mrs. Winnie Moore, J. Fulton Jacobs; Henry Jacobs, Miss Chloe Jacobs and Miss Undine Jacobs, all of Nahunta; Mrs. J. C. Jones, Sr., of Jesup, GA; Mrs. Durwood Lane of Portsmouth, VA and Paul Jacobs of Champaign, IL; twenty-four grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.

JACOBS, Billy Henry Jacobs (Abstracted from the 9 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Billy Henry “Bimbo” Jacobs, age 62, of Blackshear, passed away Friday (May 6, 2016) at his residence following a sudden illness. Born in Waycross July 3, 1953, he lived in Pierce County all of his life. He was a mechanic and was a born again Christian having accepted the Lord as his personal savior. He dearly loved his wife, children and grandchildren. He was a son of the late Homer Eldon and Viola Reather Drawdy Jacobs. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Janis Pressley, and by three brothers, Freddie Jacobs, Dave Jacobs and Johnny Jacobs. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Debra Hutto Jacobs of Blackshear; two daughters and a son-in-law, Kerry (John) Corbitt and Kristy Hughes all of Blackshear; two sons and a daughter- in-law, Billy (Stephanie) Jacobs of North Augusta, SC, and Jarad Jacobs of Blackshear; a sister, Karen (Steve) Dixon of Blackshear; a brother, Kenny (Deb) Jacobs of Conover, NC; eight grandchildren, Abigayle Jacobs, Emily Jacobs, Dylan (Taylor) Corbitt, Matthew Corbitt, Haley Anna Mercer, Jake Hughes, Caden Jacobs and Bryce Jacobs; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Monday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Shiloh Cemetery.

JACOBS, Cash Bryant Jacobs (Abstracted from the 8 February 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Cash Bryant Jacobs, infant son of Chris and Kelly Golden Jacobs, passed away Thursday (Feb. 4, 2016) at Mayo Health System in Waycross. Preceding little Cash in death were his maternal great-grandmother, Dorothy Golden, and his paternal great- grandfathers, Johnny Hendricks and Herschel Jacobs. Survivors in addition to his parents include maternal grandparents, the Rev. Richard and Debra Thrift Golden, of Waycross; paternal grandparents, Larry and Sandra Coffee, of Eatonton, and Rob and Sandra Jacobs, of Griffin; maternal great-grandparents, Jimmy and Myra Thrift, of Millwood, and Robert Golden, of Waycross; paternal great-grandparents, Clara Hendricks, of Milledgeville, and Charlotte Jacobs, of Milledgeville; and several other relatives. A private graveside service for Cash was Sunday at the Millwood Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of 20

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JACOBS, Cecil Franklin Jacobs (Abstracted from the 29 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Cecil Franklin Jacobs, age 92, passed away Wednesday (Oct. 26, 2016) at Ogeechee Area Hospice after a brief illness. He was born in the summer of 1924 in Hebardville to Charles Wesley Jacobs and Anna Dean Jacobs and grew up in Ware County. He graduated from Wacona High School and served in both the European and Pacific theaters during World War II, earning a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He returned to attend The Citadel in Charleston, SC, then earned his M.D. at The Medical College of Georgia and a master’s degree in public health from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Following his military service, he married Edith Collins of Waycross in the summer of 1948. They raised three children, Nancy, Charles and Joanna. He dedicated his life to public health, serving as the director of health departments in Georgia, Oklahoma and South Carolina. Along the way, he was instrumental in upgrading food inspection and health clinics in Tulsa, OK, and air pollution control in Charleston, SC. His efforts in Charleston led to his being honored as the “Conservationist of the Year” in 1972 by the National Wildlife Federation. He returned to private practice in the 1970s, briefly operating an office in Portal. He later served as an emergency room physician at Bulloch County Hospital and several emergency rooms in Georgia. He retired at age 75 in 1999. He and Edith enjoyed entertaining, often opening their homes and hearts to guests. He loved fishing, aviation, music and life. Survivors are his wife of 68 years, Edith; his children; four grandchildren, several nieces and nephews; and the memories of a life of love and service to God. Final arrangements are pending. In lieu of flowers, he requested that friends send any donations to Trinity Episcopal Church, 4401 Country Club Drive, in Statesboro, or to their favorite community-minded charity.

JACOBS, Cleve Jacobs (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 19, 2005 Funeral for Cleve Jacobs, 56, of Patterson, was held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Laura Chapel Baptist Church with the Rev. Tim Rowell and the Rev. Frank Jacobs officiating. Also speaking were T.K. Herrin and Wanice Brigman. Burial was in the Laura Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers were Jerry Walker, Randy Wilkinson, T.K. Herrin, Jack Tyre, Gordon Roberson, Smokey Johns, Earl Thrift, Rudy Hodges and Charles Nalley. Honorary pallbearers were the machinists at CSX. Pearson- Treadwell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JACOBS, Daryl Keith Jacobs (Abstracted from the 1 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Daryl Keith Jacobs, age 40, of Guyton, passed away Thursday (Nov. 24, 2016) in Ellaville, from injuries sustained in an accident. Born in Waycross, he was the son of Rony Lee Jacobs of Alma, and Sonya Bass Collins of Hickox. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe and Virginia Bass and Lois C. and Olen Jacobs. He was of the Baptist faith and worked as a fork lift mechanic for IPW. He was a handyman and loved racing and working. Survivors include his wife, Amanda Odum Jacobs of Guyton; his son, Dylan Jacobs of Guyton; his daughter, Sonya Hill of Springhill; two step-sons, Nick Hogg and Brandon Hogg, both of Guyton; father and step-mother, Rony and Lisa Jacobs of Alma; his mother and step-father, Sonya and Buck Collins of Hickox; his brother and sister-in-law, Derek and Misty Jacobs of Hazlehurst; two step-brothers, Lane Dailey of Alma, and Doug and Rachel Dailey of Fort Lauderdale, FL; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Delilah (Rick) Bryant; his father-in-law and spouse, Jeff Odum (Lynette); several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Riverside Chapel Baptist Church, 1998 Riverside Road in Nahunta. Burial will follow in Riverside Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JACOBS, Dorothy Elois Jacobs (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 15, 2012) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Dorothy Elois Jacobs, 67, of Jacksonville, passed away Monday morning (Aug. 13, 2012) at Community Hospice in Jacksonville. Born in Screven, Aug. 14, 1944, she lived in Corpus Christi, TX, for many years before moving to Jacksonville. She was a seamstress and worked for Oxford of Alma and Julie Hat. She was a member of Laura Chapel Baptist Church and will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and sister who dearly loved her family. She was a daughter of the late John Alonzo and Willie Mae Cason Jacobs. She was also preceded in death by an infant sister, Mary Elizabeth Jacobs, and all three of her brothers, William Alonzo Jacobs, Cleve Jacobs and John Irvin Jacobs. Survivors include her daughter, Elizabeth Guest, of Jacksonville; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Louise and Roy Altman, of Blackshear, Linda and Mike Justice, of West Green, and Deenie and Danny Thomas, of Patterson; two grandchildren, Kelby Guest and Taylor Guest; a great- grandchild, Ava Charity; an uncle, the Rev. Frank (Marie) Jacobs, of Raybon; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Thursday morning at 11 o’clock at Laura Chapel Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Laura Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held this evening from 6 until 8 at the funeral home. The body will lie in state at the church one 21 hour prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4226 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 or to In The Pink, 522 Third St. N., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JACOBS, Edith Collins Jacobs (Abstracted from the 1 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) STATESBORO — Edith Collins Jacobs, age 91, passed away Tuesday (March 28, 2017) after a brief illness. She was born in the winter of 1926 in Waycross to Sherod Collins and Nannie Ruth Speir Collins and grew up in Ware County. She graduated from Waycross High School and attended Georgia State Woman’s College, where she was president of several student organizations. She returned to Waycross, marrying Cecil Jacobs in the summer of 1948. Together, they raised three children, Nancy, Charles and Joanna. She dedicated her life to community and church service. She served as a school teacher, social case worker, hospital volunteer, organist and vestry member at several churches, including Trinity Episcopal and St. Paul’s Lutheran in Statesboro. She was a long-standing member and registrar of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Edith and Cecil enjoyed entertaining, often opening their homes and hearts to guests. People often sought their advice. She was a voracious reader, skilled musician and loved animals, mysteries, game shows and life. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years. Survivors include her children, four grandchildren, one great-grandchild, several nieces and nephews and the memories of a life of love and service to God. A celebration of the lives of Cecil and Edith Jacobs will be held Saturday, April 8, at Trinity Episcopal Church in Statesboro. In lieu of flowers, she had requested that any donations be sent to Trinity Episcopal Church, 4401 Country Club Drive, Statesboro, to the Archibald Bulloch Chapter of the DAR, or to a favorite community-minded charity. Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home & Crematory of Statesboro is in charge of arrangements.

JACOBS, Ellis Jacobs (Abstracted from the 15 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ellis “Coot” Jacobs, who died Feb. 8, 2018, was born Sept. 16, 1957 as the second son born to Sister Delores Welch in Blackshear. He attended the public schools in Blackshear and graduated from Blackshear High School in 1975. He soon joined the U.S. Army and served his country for more than three years. After his military service, he returned to Blackshear and worked with United Parcel Service in Tifton and later Raulerson Insurance. After that he joined the staff at Pierce County Nursing Home as a patient technician. He enjoyed working with his patients and soon joined Ware Manor Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center in Waycross. It was at Ware Manor that he met the love of his life, Debra Ann Clark. They were united in marriage in May of 1998 and have enjoyed 21 years of marriage. Ellis was preceded in death by his step-father, Dolphus Welch, and a brother Thomas “Tony” Williams. Survivors left to cherish his memory are his loving and devoted wife, Debra C. Jacobs; his children, Shaundre Norton, Mathew Norton and Joshua Norton; his loving mother, Delores Welch; five brothers, Marion Dale Jacobs, Mike (Cynthia) Welch, Dolphus Jr. (Jackie) Welch, Wallace Welch and James Trody; two sisters, Margie Taylor and Myra Miller; three sisters-in law, Patricia (James) Smith of Texas, Constance (Brandon) Sims of Virginia, and Linda Kitchen of Waycross; aunts, Kathy Jacobs, Faye (William) Jacobs, Frances Jacobs, Diane Jacobs, Dallas Pender and Earlene Jacobs; a very special niece, Alexis Moore, along with a host of other relatives. The funeral, under the direction of Jacobs Funeral Home, of Blackshear, will be Saturday at Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Blackshear.

JACOBS, Emily Robbins Jacobs (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 29, 2012) HOBOKEN — Emily Robbins Jacobs, 87, of Hoboken, passed away early Tuesday morning (Aug. 28, 2012) at her residence, following an extended illness. Born in Atlanta, she was preceded in death by her birth parents, Harry D. and Amelie Alley Bennett, and her adopted parents, Alex Walter and Sarah Jane Sweat Robbins. She was also preceded in death by her two husbands, Calvin Eugene Jacobs and David R. Queen, two sons and a sister-in-law, Ray E. and Julia K. Jacobs, and Roy Jacobs, two great-grandsons, Kyle Crews, and Flint Tompkins, and one brother, Walter Robbins. She was a cook at Hoboken Elementary School where she was known as “The Bread Lady” and was a member of Philippian Worship Center. She loved working in her yard, reading her Bible, watching TV and spending time with her family. Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Gene Jacobs, of Jacksonville, FL, Bennie Jacobs, of Hoboken, and Alec and Lisa Jacobs, of Hoboken; two daughters, Carol J. Mann, of North Augusta, SC, and Char J. Griffin, of Hoboken; a sister-in-law, Scarlet Jacobs, of Hoboken; 14 grandchildren and their spouses, J.W. and Trish Crews, of Euless, TX, Laura and Chris Doremus, of Texas, Tony and Lisa Barber, of Waynesville, Jeff and Heather Barber, of Savannah, Chris Jacobs and Mistie Harris, both of North Augusta, SC, Sean and Carolina Hatchett, of Jacksonville, Marla and Eric Herrin, of Patterson, Britney and Rob Tompkins, of Moultrie, Lon Jacobs, of Texas, Trent Jacobs, Alecia Jacobs and Jacob “JJ” Jacobs, all of Hoboken, and Lisa Oglesby, of Waycross; 23 great-grandchildren; and five great- great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 4 o’clock at Philippian Worship Center. Burial will follow in the

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Hoboken City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Barber, Jeffrey Barber, Sean Hatchett, Chris Jacobs, Trent Jacobs, Tillman Braddy and Jack Jacobs. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JACOBS, Esther Tatum Jacobs (Abstracted from the 18 May 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Esther Tatum Jacobs, age 94, of Alma died Wednesday (May 17, 2017) at her residence after an extended illness. She was born in Clarkesville, to the late Floyd and Della Stewart Tatum and lived in Ware and Bacon counties for most of her life. She was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, having joined the Army as a nurse immediately after graduating from nursing school. She loved gardening, sewing and she shared her creativity through gardening and flower arranging, sewing and crafts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Ivey Jacobs, siblings, John Tatum, Ella Tatum and Rex Tatum. Survivors include four children, Danny (Sherry) Jacobs of Waycross, Leslie Jacobs (Alan Stewart) of Memphis, TN, Phyllis Seggerman of Alma, Curtis (Jenny) Jacobs of Alma; seven grandchildren, Rita Dezorn, Chandra Jacobs, Amelia Jacobs, Alanna Stewart, Morgan Stewart, Rachel Jacobs and Luke Jacobs; one brother, George Tatum of Alma; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at the Greenlawn Mausoleum. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JACOBS, Evelyn Herrin Jacobs (Abstracted from the 2 February 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Evelyn “Marie” Herrin Jacobs, age 78, died Saturday (Jan. 31, 2015) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick after a short illness. Born in Nahunta, she was the daughter of Merrick and Mamie Roberts Herrin. She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, the Rev. Frank Jacobs, a sister, Edith Herrin Ham Highsmith. She was a very devoted minister’s wife, companion and best friend. She enjoyed helping others and always had a smile. She was a member of The Community Christian Church where she and her husband, the Rev. Frank Jacobs, ministered to the community. She loved to bake pies and was an excellent cook. She is survived by 1 son and daughter-in-law, Joe (Danette) Jacobs, of Brunswick; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Pam (Winton) Wilson, of Raybon, and Joyce (Gary) Strickland, of Hortense; 6 grandchildren, Adam Wilson, Andy (Alisha) Wilson, of Raybon, Emma (Chris) Steedley, of Caney Bay, Jamie (Hank) Tucker, of Hortense, Colby (Kristen) Strickland, of Blackshear, Ari Strickland, of Atlanta; 8 great-grandchildren, Jackson and Jake Steedley, of Caney Bay, Ayden and Kinley Tucker, of Hortense, Greyson and Cooper Strickland, of Blackshear, Owen and Evan Wilson, of Raybon; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Linton (Latrelle) Herrin, of Raybon; 2 sisters and a brother-in-law, Juanita (Hubert) Hewitt, of Raybon, and Mable Cook, of Cartersville; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Tuesday at Frye Funeral Home in Nahunta. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JACOBS, Franklin Jerome Jacobs (Abstracted from the 17 June 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The amazing life of Franklin Jerome Jacobs is chronicled here as a true testament of the life, love and loss we all share. His life’s footprint will live on forever as we mourn the loss and rejoice in the Lord, in that he was a powerful component of our lives. He was born in Blackshear on June 4, 1950 to the late Eddie and Doris Jacobs. He was one of three children and accepted Christ at an early age. Receiving his early education in the Georgia school system, he and his family relocated to Jacksonville, FL where he resided until his passing. He was a faithful servant of the Lord, giving his very best to God’s service. He was ordained as a deacon at Greater New Mount Lilla Missionary Baptist Church. He continued his service to the Lord through love and fellowship in various capacities. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he was an independent bus contractor for the Duval County School System before establishing Jacobs Transportation, Inc. from which he retired. He transitioned from this life on Saturday (June 13, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. He was preceded in death by both parents, his sister, Arlinda Adams, his brother, Eddie Jerome Jacobs, and his wife, Jennifer Jacobs. He leaves to cherish and rejoice in his memory 3 daughters, Sonya (Lathen) Rogers of Elkridge, MD, Shauntakia Jacobs and Lyntrell Jacobs, both of Jacksonville, FL; 1 step-daughter, Alisha Fleming and 2 step-sons, Daryl Collier and Jerry (Latheria) Smith all of Jacksonville, FL; 5 granddaughters, Akilah Rogers, Asha Rogers, My’Ajanae Gibson, A’yari Senior, Brai Robinson; 1 grandson, Adrian Senior; 1 aunt, Ida Bell Chatfield, of Jacksonville; and a host of other relatives. The funeral will be Friday at St. Thomas Missionary Baptist Church, Family Life Center, 2119 Rowe Ave., Jacksonville. Interment will be in the National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, with military honors. Arrangements are entrusted to Jacobs Funeral Home of Blackshear with Holmes, Glover & Solomon Funeral Home serving in Jacksonville, FL.

JACOBS, Gloria Ann Johnson Jacobs (Abstracted from the 23 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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FOLKSTON — Gloria Ann Johnson Jacobs, age 81, of Folkston, passed away Friday (May 20, 2016) following a battle with cancer. She was the daughter of the late Aress L. Johnson and Julia Odessa Parrott Johnson. She retired as a custodian with the Charlton County School System. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Folkston. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Ben Thomas and Edward Dewey Jacobs, five sisters, Berniece (Vernon) Ammons, Loretta (Gordon) Shaw, Latrelle Cox, Ann Lee (Paul) Sikes and Dee Alva Stewart, and three brothers, Osburn (Lena) Johnson, Hybert (Bobbie) Johnson and Elbrey Johnson. She truly cared for her entire extended family of many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and friends. She spent the last few months in the loving care of her beloved niece, Paula Lott, and her husband, Phil, and their children, Foster and Madelyn Lott. She is survived by a brother-in-law, John Cox, and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Johnson. The funeral will be held Wednesday at Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Homeland Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston.

JACOBS, Gloria Etta Jacobs (Abstracted from the 23 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Gloria Etta Jacobs was born on June 11, 1965, the daughter of the late Roberta M. Jenkins and William “Son” Wynn in Baxley. She was the youngest of 12 children. She attended the public schools of Appling County, graduating in 1984. She furthered her education at Ware Technical College in Waycross where she studied early childhood development from 1984 until 85 and then nursing from 1985 until 1987. Later in 2006, she earned her degree in cosmetology from the Okefenokee Technical College in Waycross. After working with different salons, she was able, with the help of her husband, to open her own salon and barber shop known by many as “Styles by G — A New Creation,” located in Blackshear. As a child, she joined Greater Morris Chapel Baptist Church in Surrency. Later she joined Greater St. James Baptist Church in Alma. There she faithfully served on the finance committee and the praise team. She will be affectionately remembered by her husband, Felix L. Jacobs, of Blackshear; her daughters, Latika (Thomas) Smith, Phylicia (Mike) Duncan and Jasmine Jacobs; sons, Jasper Jenkins, Steven Jacobs, Al Grant and Joshua Jacobs; her sisters, Dorceil Smiley, Bertie Allen, Thelma Guyton, Sarah Jenkins and Clara Winegard; her brothers, Moses Reynolds, Sylvester Reynolds, Roscoe Reynolds and Larry Jenkins; her mother and father in-law, William and Faye Jacobs; mother-in-law, Earlene Jacobs; brothers-in-law, Billy Jacobs, Wade Yohn, Todd Yohn; sisters-in-law, Gale (George) Baker, Pamela Robinson and Kim Hightower; along with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will be Saturday at St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Blackshear. Interment will be at Shiloh Cemetery in Blackshear. Jacobs Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JACOBS, Horace Thomas Jacobs Jr. (Abstracted from the 7 March 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Horace Thomas “Tommy” Jacobs Jr., age 76, of Nahunta, passed away Tuesday (March 5, 2019) at Harborview Nursing Home in Blackshear after an extended illness. Born in Hickox, he was the son of Horace Thomas Jacobs Sr. and Margaret Lorraine Hendrix Jacobs. He was a farmer and a member of Hickox Baptist Church. He was a former employee for the county commission, a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Shriners. He loved all things outdoors, hunting, fishing, skiing, horseback riding, riding the golf cart and going to the river. Survivors include his wife, Linda Jacobs of Nahunta; his son and daughter-in-law, Brent and Cheryl Jacobs of Waycross; four grandchildren and their spouses, Bridget and Dustin Boan, Hannah Jacobs, Cassie and Steven Howard, and Ethan Jacobs; five great-grandchildren, Annalyn Boan, Brayden James, Benley James, Ryker Mixon and Cadence Howard; a brother and sister-in-law, David and Dottie Jacobs of Hickox; two sisters and a brother-in- law, Sandra and John Shockley of Madison, and Dale Halligan of Hickox; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at Hickox Baptist Church. Burial will follow in New Hope Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JACOBS, Hubert H. Jacobs Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Hugh H. "Papa Jake" Jacobs Sr., of Hahira passed away Thursday (February 28, 2013) morning at his residence after a brief illness. Mr. Jacobs was born August 28, 1944 in Panama City, FL to the late Hubert Jacobs & Mother & Step-father, Audrey & Joe Stephens . He was a member of the Lakeland Church of Christ and was a Veteran in the U. S. Navy. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Andy Stephens. Survivors include his loving wife Mary O'Neal Jacobs of Hahira, GA; sons & daughters-in-law Hue H. Jacobs Jr. & Kris Baseman Orlando, FL; Lonnie (Kathy) Jacobs of Hahira, GA; William (Justin) Jacobs of Hahira, GA; 6 grandchildren: Michael Jacobs, John Jacobs, Luci Jacobs, William Jacobs, Jr., Jessica Jacobs, T.J. Tillman; 2 sisters Pat (Johnnie) Johnson Jacksonville, FL; Hazel Stephens Yarbrough Satsuma, FL; a brother Jerry (Pat Stephens) Francis, FL and numerous nephews, nieces, and extended family members. As per his wishes, he will be cremated and a Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 2, 2013 in the Lakeland Church of Christ. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lakeland Church of Christ at 45 E. Main Street, Lakeland, GA 31635 or to the American

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JACOBS, Ivey Jacobs (Abstracted from the 13 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dr. Ivey Jacobs died on Wednesday (Jan. 11, 2017) in Alma, after a brief illness. He was born Feb. 15, 1921, to Edmund and Jane Thomas Jacobs, of Hickox. “Jake” graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in poultry science and then entered the U.S. Marines. He served in World War II in the Pacific and was discharged with the rank of captain. He moved to Clarkesville where he “set out to make a million and instead found a million dollar wife.” He was married June 6, 1948 in Clarkesville, GA to Esther Tatum. Together, they moved to Augusta and he graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 1952. They settled in Waycross and raised four children there. Dr. Jacobs and his family spent four years in Durham, NC, as he specialized as an ENT at Duke University. They returned to Waycross where he practiced until he retired in 1992. Dr. Jacobs believed all people had a right to health care and followed through with how he conducted his practice, including services for the pre-Medicaid Crippled Children’s Clinics in Ware County and helping get medicines for those who could not pay. He served in various capacities at Waycross Memorial Hospital and was a member of AMA and GMA. Esther and “Jake” moved to a country home outside Alma. He continued to work part time for the Georgia State Prison system until the age of 89 and enjoyed spending time gardening with Esther. They created a loving home they shared with grandchildren and extended family. His family was the center of his life. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Alvin, Dan, Leon and Horace Jacobs, and five sisters, Mary Harrison, Nora Highsmith, Gladys Higginbotham, Lena Strickland and Macie Colvin, and by his beloved nephew, Davis Jacobs. Dr. Jacobs is survived by his wife, Esther Tatum Jacobs; 4 children, Danny (Sherry) Jacobs; Leslie (Allan Stewart) Jacobs; Phyllis Seggerman and Curtis (Jenny) Jacobs; 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, his special niece, Lula Mae Robinson, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Ivey Jacobs had an amazing capacity to love and he was beloved in return. Dr. Jacobs was entombed in the Greenlawn Mausoleum on Wednesday (Jan. 11, 2017). Arrangements were with Miles-Odum Funeral Home.

JACOBS, James Jacobs (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 28 May 2017) Services for James "JJ" Jacobs, age 87, of Thomasville are Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home and interment follows in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Mr. Jacobs died Sunday, May 28, 2017 at his residence. Born March 13, 1930 in Sitka, KY, he was the son of the late Dan Jacobs and Missouri Sloan. On May 30, 1950, in Garrett, KY, he married Rosa Lee Jacobs of Thomasville. He served in the United States Army with a tour in Germany after the liberation of Europe in World War II. He was retired, a member of Victory Baptist Church and a Freemason. Survivors include his son, Gregory Jacobs of Thomasville; grandson, Patrick Jacobs of Jupiter, FL; sister, Anna Rose Tanner of Thomasville; brothers, William Jacobs of Thomasville, Gary Jacobs of Indianapolis, IN, Russell Jacobs of Stanville, KY and Thurman Jacobs of Ochlocknee. He was preceded in death by a son, Rickey Jacobs; and a brother, Gayland Jacobs. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the fund for the caregivers established by the Jacobs family.

JACOBS, James Cleve Jacobs (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 15, 2005 PATTERSON — James Cleveland "Cleve" Jacobs, 56, passed away early Wednesday morning (Sept. 14, 2005), at Satilla Regional Medical Center following a sudden illness. A native and life-long resident of Pierce County, he was a machinist for CSX Transportation where he had worked for the last 37 years. He was a member of the Laura Chapel Baptist Church where he was in the Adult Sunday School Class. He was a son of the late John Alonzo and Willie Mae Cason Jacobs. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Lorene "Doll" Tatum Jacobs, a sister, Mary Elizabeth Jacobs, and a brother, John Ervin Jacobs. Survivors are four daughters and sons-in-law, Dollene and James Dinkins, of Patterson, Robin and Dana Brown, of Blackshear, and Penny and Rob Schulze and Sandy and Lynn Crosby, all of Waycross; a son, John Charles Jacobs, of Orlando, Fla.; four sisters, Dorothy Jacobs, of Jacksonville, Fla., Louise (Roy) Altman, of Blackshear, Linda (Mike) Justice, of Westgreen, and Deenie (Danny) Thomas, of Offerman; a brother, William A. "Buddy" (Joyce) Jacobs, of Wilsonville, Ala.; 10 grandsons, Buddy Cooper, Erick Schulze, Alex Banach, Josh Banach, Cody Dinkins, Tatum Crawford, Brandon Crawford, Kyle Schulze, Caleb Jacobs and Cole Jacobs; three granddaughters, Harley Dinkins, Kelsey Schulze and Michelle Jacobs; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at Laura Chapel Baptist Church. Visitation will be held Friday evening from 7 until 9 at the funeral home. The family will also be receiving friends at the home of a surviving daughter, Robin Brown, 6785 Sweetwater Circle, Blackshear. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. All CSX machinists are requested to serve as honorary pallbearers and should meet at the church by 2:30 Saturday afternoon. Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online register at www.pearsontreadwell.com. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 25

JACOBS, James Larry Jacobs (Abstracted from the August 4, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — James Larry Jacobs, age 71, of Nahunta, passed away Saturday (Aug. 2, 2014) at Bayview Nursing Home. He was born in Waycross June 25, 1943, to the late James Winton and Oradel Crews Jacobs. He was also preceded in death by a niece, Staci J. Tucker, and a brother-in-law, Tommy Tucker. He attended Hoboken Schools after which he worked on the farm with his daddy, taking extra special care of his hogs. He was deeply loved by all of his family and anyone who ever met him. Survivors include his sister, Jeanette “Net” Tucker, of Hoboken; 1 niece, Leigh (Dwain) Butler, of Manor; 2 nephews, Jamey (Sherri) Tucker, of Hoboken, and Hank (Jamie) Tucker, of Hortense; 2 great-nieces, Taylor (Roger) Ritchie and Kinley Tucker; 4 great- nephews, Trey McQuaig, Jake Tucker, Ben Tucker and Aydan Tucker; 3 aunts, Gladys Crews, of Nahunta, and Reba Rush and Helen (Bobby) Raulerson, all of Waycross; an uncle, Ralph Jacobs, of Hoboken; and many cousins. The funeral will be Monday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Hoboken Cemetery Tuesday. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of the arrangements.

JACOBS, James Monroe Jacobs (Abstracted from the 16 January 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James Monroe Jacobs was born March 20, 1934 in Blackshear, the oldest of six children born to the union of the late Eddie Willie and Eldora Barnes Jacobs. He attended and joined Zion Missionary Baptist Church as a child and years later made the decision to recommit to Zion Baptist in 1995. He graduated from Lee Street High in June 1949 and immediately thereafter enrolled and attended Tuskegee Institute (renamed Tuskegee University) in 1949 and was a dedicated member of the Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (ROTC). In June 1951 he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served as an aircraft mechanic at Sampson Air Force Base in Geneva, NY. He received the National Defense Service Medal prior to his honorable discharge in March 1954. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Marie Hyler Jacobs, and two brothers, Curtis Jacobs and Oscar Benjamin Jacobs. He entered into eternal sleep on Sunday (Jan. 11, 2015). His surviving loved ones include 1 daughter, Viola Cyfern Jacobs; 1 son, Terrell Fulmore, of Miami, FL; 4 grandchildren, Lancelot (Katherine) Bryant Jr., of Melbourne, FL, Tiffany Amanda Bryant, of Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Patrick Leonard Bryant, of Savannah, and Yolanda Denisa Bryant, of Waldorf, MD; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Deloris Welch and Katherine Jacobs; 1 brother, William C. (Faye) Jacobs; 1 sister in-law, Diane Jacobs; 1 aunt, Francis Jacobs, all of Blackshear; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. The funeral will be Sunday at Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Blackshear. Interment will follow at Shiloh Cemetery with military honors. Jacobs Funeral Home of Blackshear is serving the family.

JACOBS, James Roy Jacobs (Abstracted from the 16 November 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James Roy Jacobs, age 76, of Waycross, died Saturday (Nov. 14, 2015) at Satilla Care Center after an extended illness. He was born in Waycross to the late James F. Jacobs and Ruby Proudfoot Jacobs. He graduated from Wacona High School in 1957 and then served during the Vietnam War in the United States Army. He worked for the City of Waycross Park and Tree Department, now known as the Public Works Department, for 46 years before his retirement in 2003. He was a member of Jamestown Baptist Church and the Faithful Followers Sunday School Class. He was an avid Georgia Bulldog, Atlanta Braves, NASCAR, Tony Stewart and Bill Elliott fan. He was also an accomplished bowler who bowled in the Fireball Handicap Bowling League. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Edward Jacobs, and a brother-in-law, R. L. DePratter. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Lynne Jacobs of Waycross; 2 children, Michael (Beth) Jacobs of Waycross, Jennifer (Eric) Sweat of Waycross; 7 grandchildren, Jenna Sweat, Brynley Sweat, Shea (Kevin) Wilson, Lauren (Marin) Tirchi, Alyssa (Josh) Deal, Laura King, Austin King; 1 great-grandson, Walker Wilson; 1 sister, Virginia DePratter of Waycross; 1 sister-in-law, Kay Holladay of Woodstock; 1 brother-in-law, Phil Holladay of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Tuesday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. In honor of Mr. Jacobs and his love for the University of Georgia Bulldogs, his family invites anyone to wear red and black to the funeral on Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to Jamestown Baptist Church, 3800 ABC Ave., Waycross, GA 31503.

JACOBS, Johnny Owen Jacobs (Abstracted from the November 26, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Johnny Owen Jacobs, 63, of Blackshear, passed away Monday (Nov. 25, 2013) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House in Waycross. He was born in Blackshear, Sept. 28, 1950. He moved back to Pierce County in 1999, and was of the Christian faith. He loved his family, spending time outdoors, fishing and being on the river. He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer Eldon and Viola Reather Drawdy Jacobs, and two brothers, Freddy Jacobs and Dave Jacobs. Survivors include the mother of his children, Joyce Jacobs, of Blackshear; 2 sons and a daughter-in-law, Jonathan (Mandi) Jacobs, of Bixby, OK, and Joshua R. 26

Jacobs, of Blackshear; 2 sisters, Janice (Reid) Presley, of Canton, NC, and Karen (Steve) Dixon; 2 brothers, Bimbo (Debra) Jacobs, of Blackshear, and Kenny (Debbie) Jacobs, of Conover, NC; 3 grandchildren, Tyler Jacobs, Christopher Jacobs and Matthew Jacobs; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Wednesday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Shiloh Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to the Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 811 Beacon St., Waycross, GA 31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JACOBS, Joseph Frankland Jacobs (Abstracted from the 21 October 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — The Rev. Joseph Frankland “Frank” Jacobs, age 82, of Nahunta, passed away at his residence Sunday (Oct. 19, 2014) following an extended illness. Born in Hoboken, he was the son of Owen Levy Jacobs and Rachel Evelyn Sapp Jacobs. He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Pearl Chesser, Mary Evelyn and Ivey Jane Jacobs, and seven brothers, Burie, Alonzo, Lester, Gibson, Talmadge, Homer Eldon and Henry Jacobs. He loved woodworking, gardening, bird watching, photography, puzzles and was the pastor of Community Christian Church. He served in the United States Navy. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Marie Herrin Jacobs, of Nahunta; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Joe (Danette) Jacobs, of Brunswick; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Pam (Winton) Wilson, of Raybon, and Joyce (Gary) Strickland, of Hortense; 6 grandchildren, Adam Wilson, Andy (Alisha) Wilson, Emma (Chris) Steedley, of Caney Bay, Jamie (Hank) Tucker, of Hortense, Colby (Kristen) Strickland, of Blackshear, and Ari Strickland, of Athens; 8 great-grandchildren, Jackson and Jake Steedley, Aydan and Kynley Tucker, Greyson and Cooper Strickland, Owen and Evan Wilson; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Wednesday at Community Christian Church. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JACOBS, Julia Ann King Jacobs (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald April 9, 2009) Julia Ann King Jacobs, 62, died suddenly Monday (April 6, 2009) evening at her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross. Several years ago, she worked in the Wacona School cafeteria. Her last employment was at Pic-N-Save in the cosmetic department. She was a member of Crossview Church of God of Prophecy. She was the daughter of the late Calvin King and Margaret Nipper King. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Jacobs; and two sisters, Juanita Martin and Bonnie Royal. Survivors include two daughters, Lori Barnhill, of Jesup, and Wendy Barnhill Overstreet (Jamie), of Brunswick; two grandchildren, Sarah and Aaron Canty; two brothers, Robbin King, of Conway, SC, and Carlton King, of Waycross; one sister, Lawanna Roberts, of Pensacola, Fla.; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Crossview Church of God of Prophecy. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday at Music Funeral Home. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.Jacobs.

JACOBS, Dr. Leon Davis Jacobs Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 28, 2007) Dr. Leon Davis Jacobs Sr., 68, died Friday morning (Aug 24, 2007). He was a native of Hickox and resided most of his life in Waycross and Brantley County. He was the son of the late Leon Audrey Jacobs and Amy Jane Griffin Jacobs. He was an ophthalmologist and a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He was a graduate of Hoboken High School, South Georgia College, the University of Georgia, the Medical College of Georgia and the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, S.C. He was a general practitioner in Waycross from 1964 to 1968. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Survivors include three sons, Leon Davis Jacobs Jr. (wife Kim), of Woodstock, Robert Scott Jacobs (wife Marty), of Waycross, and Jeff Jacobs, of Marietta; six grandchildren, Elizabeth, Debbie, Zach, Ivey, Richard and Robert; a sister, Elaine Youmans, of Hoboken; three brothers, Edmond Jacobs, Ronald Jacobs, and Terry Jacobs, all of Hoboken; an uncle, Dr. Ivey Jacobs, of Alma; numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral mass for the repose of the soul of Dr. Leon Davis Jacobs Sr. will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at Music Funeral Home tonight from 6 to 8. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.

JACOBS, Lucius Jacobs (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 7 October 2014) Mr. Lucius Jacobs, a 91 year-old, life-long resident of Berrien and Atkinson counties, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2014, at Tift Regional Medical Center from natural causes. Mr. Jacobs was the long-time operator of Jacobs Tractor Company, based in Willacoochee, and over the years bought and sold many tractors and much farm equipment from people in the local community. Born in Glory, GA, and graduating from Alapaha High School, Mr. Jacobs’ first business enterprise was transporting 27 goods for hire (“haulin’ cows & hogs”). His trustworthy nature and natural business sense ultimately led him to owning a full- service Chevron gas station in Willacoochee for 27 years during the 1950’s, 1960’s and 1970’s. Mr. Jacobs’ life was filled with much community involvement and he participated in many civic groups, including a turn of service as the Fire Chief of the Volunteer Fire Department in Willacoochee. Mr. Jacobs married Louise Taft Jacobs in 1946 and in 2013 they celebrated 67 years of “marital bliss.” After 25 years living in downtown Willacoochee, the couple purchased a farm on the outskirts of town in 1969 and enjoyed 45 years farming and raising livestock. Mrs. Jacobs worked at McCranie Brothers Wood Preserving for 38 years and the couple got to know many of the families that grew up in and around Willacoochee. Mr. Jacobs was initiated into the Willacoochee Masonic Lodge #197 F&AM in 1957 and the Hasan Temple Shriners in 1962. He was an active leader in both organizations, serving as Worshipful Master, Chaplain, District Deputy and enjoyed many years as a member of the Hillbillies and Keystone Kops troops. He regularly organized the Lodge’s Monday evening fish dinners and many people within Atkinson & Berrien Counties bought Florida oranges and Pot of Gold tickets from him during the annual fundraisers. For many years Mr. Jacobs paraded in Willacoochee’s Old Fashion Day and the Alapaha Station Celebrations and, in 2004, he received the Sam Owens Award from the 11th Masonic District in recognition for “outstanding service and devotion to Masonry.” Mr. Jacobs was honored by President Jimmy Carter, Governor Sonny Perdue, Department of Agriculture Commissioner Tommy Irwin and Senator Saxby Chambliss in 2007 for “significant contributions to the community,” including his 50 year participation in the Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons of Georgia and for assistance he provided burned and crippled children through the Shriner’s Hospitals. In 2008, the Georgia General Assembly found it “appropriate to honor Mr. Lucius Jacobs for his exemplary life and service as an unselfish and caring citizen.” As such, the Berrien County Commission, The Georgia Department of Transportation and the Georgia General Assembly approved the naming of a bridge over the Willacoochee River on US Highway 82 as the “Lucius Jacobs Bridge.” A few years earlier, the country road leading to the family farm had also been named in his honor. Mr. Jacobs’ 90th birthday celebration in 2013 was attended by over 100 people and culminated with a fun-filled train ride between the Willacoochee and Nashville stations. The birthday celebrants ended the party by singing a tribute to Mr. Jacobs with his namesake song, “Just a Bowl of Butter Beans.” Just a few days ago, at age 91 and decked out in a “high-cotton” tuxedo, Mr. Jacobs drove his trusty Massey-Ferguson tractor during a wedding celebration on his farm. That day, the “Tractor Man” showed his love of machinery, farming and the South Georgia lifestyle one final time for his friends and family. We will miss you, Papa. Lucius Jacobs is survived by Louise Jacobs (wife), John & Peggy Jacobs of Tifton, GA (son), Cleo & Rachel Jacobs of Oveida, FL (brother), Delores Smith of Douglas, GA (sister), Kari & Dudley Jacobs of Nashville, TN (grandson), Lorie & Kerry Duzan of Hartford, CT (granddaughter), Jason Jacobs of Baltimore, MD (grandson), 4 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Perry Jacobs and a sister, Leo Altman. The family asks that friends of Lucius Jacobs make a cash donation to the Willacoochee Masonic Lodge in lieu of flowers or other gifts. The Lodge was important to Mr. Jacobs for many years and your monetary contribution to it would mean a lot to his legacy. Please send your donation to: Willacoochee Masonic Lodge, PO Box 124, Willacoochee, GA 31650. Funeral services for Mr. Jacobs were Wednesday, October 1, 2014, at the Willacoochee United Methodist Church. Interment with Masonic Rites followed in the Willacoochee City Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, Ga., was in charge of the arrangements.

JACOBS, Marie H. Jacobs (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 13, 2006) Funeral for Mrs. Marie H. Jacobs, 88, will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Greater St. James A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Wilbert Gamble presiding and Pastor Robert Harris of United Apostolic Church in Detroit, Mich. giving the eulogy. She was a lifelong resident of Blackshear and Pierce County. She was the youngest of nine children born to the late Ernest James Hyler and Laura Rebecca Smith Hyler. She joined Greater St. James Church at an early age and served there as a Sunday School teacher. She worked as a nurse's assistant for 10 years and was a volunteer for the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary and the Pierce County Hospital Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband, James M. Jacobs, of Blackshear; one daughter, Viola Cyfern Jacobs Bryant, of Blackshear; four grandchildren, Lancelot Bryant Jr. (Katherine), of Melbourne, Fla., Sgt. Tiffiny Amanda Bryant, of Virginia Beach, Fla., Patrick L. Bryant, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Yolanda D. Bryant, of Blackshear; two great-grandchildren, Tymarcus and Falicia Bryant, of Waycross; four sisters-in-law, Deloris Welch, Faye Jacobs, Diane Jacobs and Katherine Jacobs, all of Blackshear; one brother-in-law, William C. Jacobs, of Blackshear; a special son, Terrell Fullmore, of Miami, Fla.; special loving kin, Emma Jacobs, Gussie Jacobs and Francis Jacobs; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of her daughter, 3802 Ware St., Blackshear; and this evening from 5 to 7 at Hebron Temple on Cherry Street in Blackshear. Burial will be in Shiloh Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Waycross.

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Mavis Naomi Jacobs, age 66, died Wednesday (March 9, 2016) at St. Vincent’s Riverside in Jacksonville, FL, following an extended illness. She was born in Homerville but resided in Waycross most of her life. She was a homemaker and member of Hebardville Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late Lewis Kitchen and Goldie Mae Bennett Kitchen. She was also preceded in death by her great-grandson, Rusty Beard. She is survived by her husband, Will Jacobs of Waycross; 1 daughter, Lisa Lynn Harrell of Waycross; 1 son, Steven (Holly) Jacobs Sr. of Waycross; 5 grandchildren, Sean Raulerson, Stevie (Mae) Jacobs Jr., Jennifer Raulerson, Ryan Jacobs and Stephanie Jacobs; 2 great-grandchildren, Emery Thomas and Aubrey Beard; 1 brother, Ellis (Phyllis) Kitchen of Waycross; 1 sister, Audrey Justice of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday at the Music Funeral Home in Waycross. Burial will follow in High Bluff Cemetery.

JACOBS, Max T. Jacobs (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 31 July 2020) Max T. Jacobs, age 82, of Hahira, died on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at his home. Born in Christian Pass, FL on Aug. 24, 1937 to the late Albert & Myrtle Wilson Jacobs, he had lived in Hahira for the past 3 months. Max grew up in Bonifay, FL and joined the U.S. Army in the early 1950’s. During his Army career, he served three tours of duty in Vietnam. He was devoted to his career in the military. He retired in 1975 with many awards and decorations to include the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Vietnam Service Medal with One Silver Star and the Bronze Star. After retirement from the Army, he returned to central Florida and lived in Ft. Meade for over 40 years. During this time, he worked in for the Polk County School Board of Education and the Florida Board of Corrections. Max was also very involved in AA in Ft. Meade and was a mentor to many other men in the program. The Jacob’s are members of First Baptist Church in Ft. Meade. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Sandy Jacobs of Hahira; a daughter and son in law, Terrie & Pat Price of AZ; a grandson, Kyle Morrison of CA; a granddaughter, Amanda Morrison of FL; and four great grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Velma Bennett, Frances Hartley and Nell Nevils and two brothers, Dean Jacobs and Jack Jacobs. He is preceded in death by a brother, Gene Jacobs and two sisters, Meryle Batten and Thelma Boswell. Mr. Jacobs will be buried at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell at a later time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Asbury United Methodist Church AA Program, 650 S. Jackson Ave., Bartow FL, 33830 or First Baptist Church of Ft. Meade, 307 East Broadway St., Ft. Meade, FL 33841. Carson McLane Funeral Home

JACOBS, Raymond Jacobs (Abstracted from the February 12, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) WAYNESVILLE — Raymond “Terry” Jacobs, age 62, of Waynesville, passed away Monday (Feb. 10, 2014) at his residence following a brief illness. Born in Waynesville, he was the son of Raymond E. and Elsie Courson Jacobs. He was also preceded in death by a son, Andrew Scotty Jacobs, and four sisters, Barbara Leasure, Annette Skipper, Nelda Weiss and Shirley Dowling. He was a member of Waynesville Baptist Church. He was a retired supervisor for the Georgia Department of Transportation. He was also in the United States National Guard and loved hunting and fishing. Survivors include his fiancee, Julie Miles, of Waynesville; his son and daughter-in-law, Dereck (Alecia) Jacobs; 2 sisters and a brother-in-law, Vicki (Richard) Douberly, of Hortense, and Judy Jones, of Gillsville; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Thursday morning at Bay Harbour Brantley Church of God. Burial will follow in the Highsmith Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JACOBS, Ronnie Eugene Jacobs (Abstracted from the 2 April 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Nahunta Mayor Ronnie Eugene Jacobs, age 64, of Nahunta, passed away Thursday (March 29, 2018) peacefully with his sister, Phyllis, at his side in Jesup.He was born Aug. 15, 1953 in Jesup to the late Joseph Lindsey “Peck” Jacobs and Laverne Swearingen Jacobs. He resided here all of his life. He served as mayor from 1986 to 1996, from 2008 to 2011 and from 2016 to the present time. He truly had a love for his city and the residents of Nahunta and took great pride in being the mayor. He was also the founder of Neighbors Helping Neighbors in 2004 and served on the Concerted Services Board and RDC Board. He was a member of the Raybon Church of God of Prophecy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Lindsey Peck Jacobs and Laverne Swearingen Jacobs, two sisters, Betty Jacobs Wilson and Helen Jacobs Wainright, and a niece and a nephew, Lisa Smith Crews and Phillip Prescott. He is survived by two sisters, Phyllis Jacobs May of Jesup, and Wanda Smith of Nahunta; one brother, J.L (Gail) Jacobs of Nahunta; a very special niece and great-niece Miranda May-Horne (husband Ashley) and Skye Lee all of Patterson; two nieces and three nephews, Debbie (Bruce) Dean, Robert (Linda) Wilson of Nahunta, and Rita, Dezi and Shay Wainright all of Raleigh, NC; and seven great and great-great nieces and nephews, Jeannie (Rodney) Pittman, Ellis Dean, Montana Crews, Kyler Hayes, Kason Hayes, Madison Wilson and Julianna, Ramsey and Angelina Pittman, all of Nahunta. The funeral will be Saturday (April 7) at Frye Funeral Home. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

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(Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 9 January 2018) Funeral services for Rosa Lee "Rosie" Jacobs will be held Saturday, January 13, 2018 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, with interment following at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Ms. Jacobs was born February 1, 1929 to the late Alvin and Cassie Warren Turner in Garrett, KY where she also met and married her husband James Jacobs on May 3, 1950. He preceded her in death on May 28, 2017 at their home in Thomasville, where she passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. Ms. Jacobs worked in the Men's Department at Walmart before retirement and attended Victory Baptist Church. She is survived by her son Greg Jacobs of Thomasville, grandson Patrick Jacobs of Jupiter, FL, brother Franklin Turner of Brighton, MI, and a sister Bernice Scherer of LaPorte, IN. Ms. Jacobs was preceded in death by a son Ricky Jacobs, brothers, Tennyson Turner, Lee Turner, Ruther Turner, and Lundy Turner. Memorials may be made to alz.org special designation for tribute gift.

JACOBS, Sharon Nix Jacobs (Abstracted from the 1 November 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Sharon Nix Jacobs, age 57, of Waycross, passed away Tuesday (Oct. 30, 2018) at her residence following an extended illness. Born in Fernandina Beach, FL, her parents were Robert Nix and Essie Mae Jewell Lambert. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Robert Ray Nix. She worked many years as a medical sitter and she was very passionate about her work. She also loved spending time with her family, gardening, cooking and especially fishing, she traveled many places participating in bass tournaments. Survivors include her husband, Chester Jacobs of Waycross; four brothers and a sister-in-law, Herbert E. Nix (Roseane) of Boca Raton, FL, Edward Nix of Nassauville, FL, John W. Spruill of Blackshear, and Warren E. Spruill of Waycross; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Patricia Nix Woolard (Leon) of Smithville, NC, Lynn Rowland of Hickory, NC, and Rita F. Gill (Gene) of Blackshear; several nieces, nephews, other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Hortense Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JACOBS, Thomas Jefferson Jacobs (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 30, 1951) Thomas Jefferson Jacobs, age 48, passed away Wednesday in the Madison Hospital after a long illness. He was a retired merchant and realtor. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Irma Brock Jacobs, two sons, Bobby of the U. S. Air Force in Germany, and Jeffie, at Madison; one sister, Mrs. G. D. Pierce, of Pompano Beach, FL; five brothers, R. S., of Pompano Beach; Charles L., of Jacksonville; W. O., of Quincy; C. L., of Washington DC, and W. P. of Russellville, AL. Interment was in Cullman, AL.

JACOBS, Walter Wayne Jacobs (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Walter Wayne Jacobs, age 59, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2009 at his residence in Perry, Fl. He was a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County, and was the son of the late Lonnie W. Jacobs and late Nadine Redd Jacobs. He worked as a plant manager at Baja Cruisers Boat Manufacturer in Mayo for many years. Mr. Jacobs was a Baptist, an avid hunter and gardener. Survived by his wife of 39 years; Brenda Jacobs, (2) sons; Shannon Wayne Jacobs, Carlos Eugene Jacobs, (2) brothers; James Jacobs of Tallahassee, Percy Jacobs of Perry, FL, (5) sisters; Juanita McWatters, of Perry, FL, Edith McDonald of Atlanta, GA, Lavater Johnson of Tallahassee, FL, Joyce Fletcher and Elease Bodiford, both of Perry, FL, a host of nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the residence on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 between 4 pm – 6 pm, located at 4480 Coote Sadler Road, Perry, FL.

JACOBS, Wayne Jack Jacobs (Abstracted from the 10 January 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Wayne Jack Jacobs, age 78, died unexpectedly Monday (Jan. 7, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health System at Waycross. He was a native of Pierce County, he lived most of his life in Brunswick, prior to making his home in Ware County for the past 15 years. He was the son of the late Rev. Tilford J. Jacobs and Mattie Herrin Jacobs. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Regena Cowman. He retired as an electrician with Brunswick Pulp and Paper, and served with the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Sweat Memorial Baptist Church and the Victory Sunday School Class. Survivors include his wife of 50 years Sandra Pope Jacobs of Waycross; two daughters, Julie Albright of St. Simons Island, and Marsha Davis of Waycross; four grandchildren, Anne’ Davis of Waycross, Bryse Albright of St. Simons Island, Zane Cowman (wife, Kaitlyn) of Kennesaw, and Brent Albright, of St. Simons Island; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral service will be Friday at Music Funeral Home. A private burial will be in Lake Chapel Cemetery.

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Diane Evelyn Jacobson, 65, died Thursday (Oct. 17, 2013) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. She was the daughter of the late James Merrell Jacobson and Audrey Louise Westerberg. She grew up on a farm outside of Wanamingo, MN. Her parents later moved to Dexter, MN, where she graduated high school. In 1967, she enlisted in the United States Navy and served for 24 years. She retired as a senior chief hospital corpsman having served in military hospitals in Maryland, Illinois, Washington, Hawaii and California. She also served on the USNS Mercy in the Persian Gulf during Desert Storm-Desert Shield. She finally finished her military career at the Naval Hospital in Oakland, CA. She was awarded the Naval Commendation Medal (Gold Star), Naval Achievement Medal (Gold Star), Good Conduct Award X6, Nation Defense Service Award (2nd Award), Humanitarian Service Award Medal, Southeast Asia Service Medal and Sea Service Deployment Medal. After retiring to Pierce County, she enjoyed attending flea markets and caring for her pets. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Patricia “Patsy” Louise Jacobson. Survivors include 1 sister, Alice (Gene) Berry, of Corpus Christi, TX; 1 half-sister, Carol (Terry) Therneau, of Rochester, MN; 2 half-brothers, Kendall Kraft and Kevin Kraft, both of Austin, MN; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Monday at Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla Hospice House, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

JAMES, A. W. James (Abstracted from the August 21, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A.W. James, age 93, of Ponce Inlet, FL, passed away peacefully at home Thursday (Aug. 14, 2014) surrounded by family and friends. Born in Blackshear on Feb. 17, 1921 to the late Duncan and Mary Coleman James, he was the fourth of five children. He attended Georgia Tech University and served in the U.S. Navy as an officer during World War II and the Korean War. He moved to Daytona Beach, FL, in 1949 with his wife Anne Estes James. There they owned and managed the Seashore Motel from 1949 to 1984. They moved to Ponce Inlet in 1986 where he served on many town boards and as councilman. Known as “Boo” by his seven grandchildren, he loved to fish, golf and care for his family. He touched many with his generous spirit, giving so much of himself to family and friends. He will be remembered with a giant smile on his face. He is survived by his daughters, Jan (Maurice) Snook, of Charleston, SC, Mary Anne James, of Ponce Inlet; son, Wade (Mirella) James, of St. Petersburg, FL; and grandchildren, J. C. Conway, James Conway, Joseph Conway, Ben James, Laura James, Jenna James, Jonathan Oulton; and many devoted nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held at Patterson Baptist Church in Patterson on Sept. 6.

JAMES, Allie James (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 18, 1966) Allie James, age 57, died Thursday after a long illness. She was a member of the Church of God in Unity in Madison and the Pallbearers Lodge No 52. She is survived by her husband, Summer James of Madison, three sisters, Essie Mae Albritton of Valdosta; Rita Philips of New York; and Juanita Allen of Miami and a brother Howard Rollins of Valdosta; a niece, Lily Mae Clark of Miami and a nephew, Henry Allen with the U. S. Army. Funeral services will be held Sunday at the Church of God in Unity with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Alton Willie James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 11, 2008) HOMERVILLE, Alton Willie James, 81, passed away Tuesday (June 10, 2008) at his residence following an extended illness. He was born Nov. 17, 1926, in Ware County, to the late Lloyd James and Nancy Ratliff James. He worked for St. Regis as a knife grinder. He was a member of Place of Blessings Church of God in Argyle and the Senior Citizens Center. Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Lerell Johnston, of Douglas, Sharon and Frank Keith, of Fruitland, and Doris and Ray Day, of Homerville; two sons and daughters-inlaw, Alvin and Janice James, of Fargo, and David and Diane James, of Homerville; three brothers, Carol James, of Waycross, Curley James, of Manor, and Ralph James, of Lakeland, Fla.; 19 grandchildren; 30 great- grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Place of Blessings Church of God, Argyle. Interment will be in Camp Branch Church of God of Prophecy Cemetery, Manor. The family will receive friends this evening from 7 until 9. The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the James family.

JAMES, Annie Jane James (Abstracted from the February 11, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Annie Jane James, age 79, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday (Feb. 6, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. The funeral will be Thursday, at Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church, Piney Grove Road, Blackshear. Burial will follow in Shiloh Cemetery, Moore Street, Blackshear. She was born Sept. 16, 1934, to the late Harvey and Pinkie Whitfield Mackey Sr., of Screven. At the age of 10, the family moved to Pierce County where she attended the city schools. She met and married Marion C. James and to this union eight children were born. She later joined Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church 31 where she served faithfully on different auxiliaries including the kitchen club, president of junior choir, president of junior ushers, Senior mission and the senior usher board, where she served until her health began to fail. She was employed with the board of education as a cook, Dots Bakery as a baker, Western Sizzlin’ Restaurant as a food line prep and as a cancer society worker in Pierce County. She worked for several families as their housekeeper (Irven and Betty Gilmore, the Butch Carter family, the Preston Strickland family, Dr. Katherine, the Thigpen family, Gloria Roberts, Myra Bolds and Maxine Raulerson of Shamrock Flower and Gifts). She was an active member of the Gardenia Club. Her passion was working for people in her community, baking cakes for special occasions and working in her church, but most of all she loved her family and friends. There was never a time when she did not make individuals feel welcomed. Preceding her in death other than her parents were two children, Danny James and Lorrie James Taylor, four sisters, Betty Lue, Viola, Ivery Lea, Lucille and Geneva Mackey, two brothers, Harvey and Woodrow Mackey, two sisters-in-law, Mary Furman and Clara Neil James, six brothers-in-law, Preston Garvin, Cecil Jones, Lawrence Collins, Robert Blakely, Robert Furman and Charles James. She leaves to cherish her memories, a loving and devoted husband, Marion C. James; 4 sons, George (Laura) James, Dolphus James, of Georgia, Arthur James, of Florida, Timothy (Diane) James, of Canada; 2 daughters, Rose James (Daniel) Garrett, Tammie (Tim) Frierson, of Georgia; 7 grandsons, Brian Taylor, Danny (Candice) James, Brandon James, Timothy (Khandi) Frierson II, Jerome James, Christopher (Kim) Moore, Malcolm (Melony) Frierson, Ricardo J. Green; 4 granddaughters, Kanika Taylor, Rosalyn (Desmond) Thomas, Gloria Wallace, Brandi Wallace, Christiana Green; 14 great-grandchildren, Janiah, Jasmine, Jade, Olivia, Breonna, Zkyra, Jordan, Jayden, Destiny, Blaze, Tanashia, Samaria, Keshia and Tyrone; 2 sisters, Pearlie (Willie B.) Taylor, Jackoline Blakely; 1 brother, Theodore (Pearline) Mackey; two god-children, Theo (Renata) Mackey, Kimberly Carter; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives; and two adopted children, Alonzo K. Scott and Karen Scott. Rainge Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

JAMES, Bertram Michael James (Abstracted from the 18 April 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Bertram Michael “Bert” James, age 71, of Waycross, died Sunday (April 17, 2016) at his residence after an extended illness. He was born in Pierce County to the late Benjamin Matthew James and Leona Dubberly James. He was a graduate of the Pierce County High School class of 1964. After high school he served in the United States Army and began a career in broadcasting. During those years he worked for WAPE in Jacksonville, FL, WACL in Waycross and GPB-TV in Atlanta. It was in Jacksonville where he began his career with Underwoods Jewelers. Eventually he moved back to Waycross where he opened James Jewelers. For the past 40 years, he has owned and operated James Jewelers and James Engraving with locations in Waycross and St. Marys. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. An avid boater, he loved spending time with his family and friends on the water. He is survived by his wife, June Barnes James of Waycross; 3 children, Michael James of Waycross, April James (John) McNeil of St. Marys, Jeremy James of St. Marys; 6 grandchildren, Sarah Beth James, Ray Kitchens, Anderson McNeil, Harrison McNeil, Mary Margaret McNeil, Jack McNeil; 1 brother, Bennie (Jennell) James of Waycross; 3 sisters, Margaret Howell of Waycross, Margie (Malcolm) Braddy of Waycross, Mildred Howard of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday at Trinity United Methodist Church. A private family burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JAMES, Bessie Mae Brinson James (Abstracted from the 5 October 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Pastor Bessie Mae Brinson James, affectionately known as Mother James, answered her Master’s call and moved to her heavenly home Tuesday (Oct. 2, 2018) at her residence. She was born May 16, 1925 to her late parents, Daniel and Bessie Mae Brinson in Vidalia. She was one of 10 children born to that union. Until Tuesday night, she and her sister Dorothy were the only two surviving siblings. Mother James accepted God in her life at an early age. She was married to the late Joseph Hiram James. They were blessed with seven children five sons and two daughters. Elijah, Willie, Frank, Jessie and Sylvia preceded her in death. For many years she walked all over town praying for the sick and spreading the word about her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She loved God and she loved children. She kept children in her home until she and her husband founded the St. James Baptist Church and Day Care Center, known today as St. James Holiness Church of God, Inc. She attended night school for a time and later attended classes to earn her certification in early childhood education. She was a successful owner and manager of the St. James Day Care center for many years along with her daughters and Margie Jamison until the age of 87 and never took a salary. A graveside service for Mother James will be held Saturday in Hazzard Hill Cemetery, 905 Central Ave. She leaves to cherish her memory, a son, Phillip (Gwen) James, Savannah; daughter, Schenesia Ann (James) Barfield, Waycross; daughters-in-law, Ruth James, Tampa, FL, and Kathy James, Guelph, Ontario; son-in-law, Joseph Johnson, Waycross; sister, Dorothy Williams, Valdosta; sisters-in-law, Estella James, Atlanta, and Linnie Brinson, Jacksonville, FL: many, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; close cousins, Sylvia Pugh, Miami, FL, and Deloris Dooley, Douglas; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Friends are being received at the James residence, 807 Summit St. Fluker Funeral Home is serving the James family. 32

JAMES, Betty Jean Griffis James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 18, 2010) Betty Jean Griffis James, 79, passed away in the Pierce County Nursing Home Thursday (June 17, 2010) following a long illness. She was born in Clinch County, Jan. 10, 1931 to the late Horace Griffis and Noley Pittman Griffis. She was retired from Standard Container, was a member of Camp Branch Church of God of Prophecy, and was preceded in death by her husband, John Huey James, and two sons, Jimmy James and Ronald James. Survivors include four daughters and sons-in-law, Almarie and Doug Mullis, of Axson, Betty and Buddy Benson, Flintstone, Md., Velda and Rex Smith, of Manor, and Bonnie and Don Joyce, of Homerville; two sons and daughter-in-law, Huey M. and Barbara James, of Manor, and Donald James, of Manor; three sisters, Dephine Welch, of Fargo, Ava Nell Ott, of Buford, SC, and Linnie Beckham, of Homerville; 17 grandchildren, 33 great- grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Camp Branch Church of God Prophecy in Manor. Interment will be in the Camp Branch Church of God Prophecy Cemetery. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 9 at the funeral home. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the James family.

JAMES, Billy Lewis James (Abstracted from the 22 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Billy Lewis James, age 75, of Waycross, passed away Monday (March 20, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. He was a native of Ware County, son of the late L. F. James and Macy Bennett James. He was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby James, and an infant sister, Baby James. He was retired from Georgia Forestry Commission, served in the Air National Guard, was a member of Liberty Free Will Baptist Church of Waycross and worked with the Gideon’s. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Marian Varnadore James, of Waycross, one brother, George T. James of Bushnell, FL, two sisters, Phyllis (Roy) Crumbley of Homerville, and Janelle (Arnold) James of Kingsland, special niece and nephew, Jaimie (Kris) Frazier of Rochelle, and Ryan (Lily Anna) Varnedore of Baxley, and several other nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Thursday at Liberty Free Will Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Wolf Pit Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Waycross Camp Gideon’s International, P.O. Box 802, Waycross, GA 31502. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JAMES, Bobby James (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder, Madison, Florida, May 9, 2014) Bobby James, age 71, of Greenville, FL passed on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at the Margaret Dozier Big Bend Hospice House. Graveside funeral services are Saturday at Concord Cemetery, Greenville. A lifelong Greenville resident, Mr. James was a Vietnam-era U.S. Army veteran and a retired forklift operator. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy Washington James; 2 daughters, Dzondria (T.J.) Tillman and Valencia (Cedric) Brown; 2 sons, Medgar (Delores) James and Charlie Jackson; his mother, Mrs. Jessie Bell Thompson James; sisters, Homer Jean James and Mable (Freddie) Lucas; brother, Calvin James; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He was predeceased by his father, Eddie Wes James and two sisters, Myrtis McCray and Eddye Lee James. Tillman of Monticello in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Carey James Sr. (Abstracted from the 14 September 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Little Carey James Sr., age 85, passed away Saturday (Sept. 12, 2015) at his residence following a brief illness. He was a native of Manor and was preceded in death by his parents, Troy Berton James and Rosa Estelle Steedley James, sister, Mildred Gilliard, brothers, Troy B. James Jr., W.D. James, Marion James, and a granddaughter, Angela Rai Thornton. He retired in 1972 from the U.S. Army where he served during the Korean War and Vietnam War. He was a member of Victory Methodist Church and was an integral member of the church and Manor Community. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Theta A. Booth James of Manor; 3 daughters, Karen (Jack) Ewers of Jacksonville, FL, Bella James (Edwin) Mathis of Waresboro, Lucy James (Jimi) White of Manor; 1 son, Carey (Lisa Baker) James Jr. of Cumming; 7 grandchildren, Jessica Tanner (husband, Nick Jasser), Chad (Jamie) Mixon, Roxanne (Jarred) Aldridge, Carter White, Haley (Zach) Musgrove, Lauren James and Taylor James; 6 great- grandchildren, Gage Jasser, Tanner Jasser, Jaya Jasser, Abbie Gillis, Kendall Mixon and Alexis Aldridge; 4 sisters, Louise Macik and Jean Gilliard, both of Jacksonville, FL, Lucille Hardeman of Conyers, Joyce Saliba of Valdosta; 5 brothers, Morris James of Jacksonville, FL, Kenneth James of San Antonio, TX, Billy James of Manor, Tommy James and Terry James, both of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Thursday at Victory Methodist Church. Burial will be in Victory Methodist Church Cemetery. The family request memorials to be given to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501 or Victory Methodist Church, 5062 Booth Church Road. Manor. GA 31550. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 30, 1960) Charles Lafayette James, 81, of Live Oak, father of Mrs. Bill Smith, of Madison, died Wednesday in a Jacksonville hospital. He had been water department superintendent for forty-seven years. Funeral services were held Sunday in the Advent Christian Church with burial in Live Oak. Survivors are his wife of Live Oak; seven daughters, Mrs. Smith of Madison; Mrs. Tom Minter, of Branford; Mrs. Irene Sewell, of Jacksonville; Mrs. Allene Alsbrook, of Ocala; Mrs. Zelma Bird, of Live Oak; Mrs. Thelma Powell, of Tampa and Mrs. Emily Yaxley, of St. Petersburg and two sons, Gentry James of Live Oak and Levy James, of Tallahassee; two sisters, one brother, 21 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

JAMES, Charles Wesley James (Abstracted from the 9 August 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Charles Wesley “Charlie” James, 80, passed away, Sunday (Aug. 7, 2016) at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, following an extended illness. He was born Aug. 8, 1935 in Manor to the late Frank James and Georgie Estell James. He worked for MacArthur’s Barber Shop and was a member of New Vision Church of God. He was preceded in death by four sisters, Jewell Smith Corbitt, Mary Cook, Eula Mae Smith and Laura Bell Cribbs, three brothers, B.G. James, Lewis James and Edison James, and two nephews, Bobby Gene James and W. Allen Cook. Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews, Billy L. James, George T. James, Phyllis Crumbley, Janelle Register James, Joy Hayes, Jane Williams, Judy James, Phillip Cook, Sarah Smith, Ila Smith Peavey, Carl Smith Jr., J. Randy Smith, Garry M. Smith, Linda Smith Morrison, Malcolm A. Smith and Laura Smith Davis; a number of great-nieces and great-nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Thursday at New Vision Church of God. Interment will be in the Camp Branch Providence (Primitive Baptist Church) Cemetery, Manor. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Clifford Morris James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 11, 2005) Clifford Morris James, 73, died Monday afternoon (Oct. 10, 2005) at Satilla Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was a retired self-employed plumber and a member of Jamestown United Methodist Church. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 4382. He was the son of the late Luther M. James and Kate O. Sweat James. He was preceded in death by an infant son, two brothers, Arthur Linton James and W.T. James, and a sister, Catherine Cribb. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Thrift James of Waycross; two sons, Tony James (Angel) and Ronnie Thrift (Lydia), both of Waycross; two sisters, Edna Sumner and Myrtice Smith (Joe), both of Waycross; three grandchildren, Tad James, Shanell James, Julie Mattox (Billy) and Chris Thrift; two great-grandchildren, Matthew and Tracie Mattox, Brycne James and Celeste Rodruigez Thrift; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 tonight at Music Funeral Home.

JAMES, Debra Cheryl James (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Debra Cheryl James, 55, of Blackshear, died Thursday (April 4, 2013) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. She was born in Steubenville, Ohio, to Clifton Flener and Joan Louise Coulter Flener. She lived the majority of her life in Waycross before moving to Blackshear three years ago. She loved taking care of and serving others, which made her job as a waitress for Shoney’s and Applebee’s so enjoyable. Her favorite, most important job she loved the most was that of a homemaker. She loved to take care of her family, loving her children and grandchildren with an unending heart. She had a strong Christian faith. She was preceded in death by her father, a brother, Steve Flener, and a sister, Linda Waters. She is survived by her husband, Bill James, of Blackshear; two sons, Michael Dryden, of Waycross, and Nathan (Madison) Dryden, of Waycross; four grandchildren, Lauren White, Kolton Dryden, Trenton Dryden and Peyton Dryden; her mother, Joan Louise Flener, of Waycross; two brothers, Joe Flener, of Blackshear, and Doug (Sonja) Flener, of Waycross; a sister, Joyce Rawson, of Ohio; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service celebrating her life will be Sunday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

JAMES, Diana Gale Dickert James (Abstracted from Greene Publishing 5 January 2021) Diana (Dina) James, age 52, passed away peacefully at her home in Monticello, FL on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021. Born August 19, 1968, Dina was the daughter of John and Gale Dickert. She grew up in Perry, FL and was a member of the St. James Episcopal Church. She graduated from Aucilla Christian Academy and attended North Florida Community College. Survivors include her husband of 26 years, Mike James; daughters: Danielle Merritt (Clyde) and Heather James; granddaughters: Emma and Caroline Merritt, of Monticello; her parents, John and Gale Dickert; sister, Lisa Flournoy (Jim); and nephews: Jim and John Flournoy, of 34

Madison. She was predeceased in death by her brother, Douglas Prado Dickert. A graveside celebration of Dina's life will be at Oakfield Cemetery, 2462 Waukeenah Hwy., Monticello, FL. The family kindly requests masks be worn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Central Baptist Church, P.O. Box 163, Monticello, FL 32345 or, to Big Bend Hospice. Beggs Funeral Home, Monticello, is in charge of arrangements.

JAMES, Donald G. James Sr. (Abstracted from the 21 January 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Donald G. “Donnie” James Sr., age 74, of Waycross, died Friday (Jan. 18, 2019) at his residence after an extended illness. He was born in Waycross to the late John H. and Hazel Wilson James. He was a 1964 graduate of Ware County High School. He started his career in the grocery store business at Big Star in Waycross, then worked as manager at Cations in Homerville for many years and retired from Mickey’s Food Store in Blackshear as manager. His passion was hunting deer, specifically with dogs, and fishing. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, the Rev. Fred James. Survivors include one son, Don James Jr. (wife, Toy), of Elizabethton, TN; three grandchildren, Brooke Herrin, Waycross, Kylie Knox (husband, Cody), of Waycross, Jonathon James, of Elizabethton, TN; one brother, William A. James (wife, Patsy), of Waycross; eight great- grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside memorial service will be held at Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Dorothy Aline Conner James (Abstracted from the 30 April 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dorothy “Dot” Aline Conner James, age 83, passed away Friday (April 27, 2018) in Jacksonville, FL, after a lengthy illness. She was born and raised in Waycross, and resided for the last three years in Jacksonville, FL. She previously resided in Hayesville, NC, Valdosta, Cairo, Roberta and Echols County, GA. She was preceded in death by her parents, George McDuffy Conner and Aline Brett Conner, her husband, Marshall Allen James, one sister, Martha Surrency, and one brother, Jack Conner. She was retired from USDA Farm Service Agency, after 30 years of service. She retired as county executive director in Grady County. After retirement, she worked in Cairo at Sue’s Alley and then as a reporter for the Cairo Messenger. She served as liaison for Senator Harold Reagan and served three years as Senator Reagan’s campaign manager. She was a member and chairman of Georgia Ag Leaders. She is survived by three daughters, Marsha J. Reynolds (Alice), of Fernandina Beach, FL, Donna J. Williams (Rick), of Valdosta, Mary A. James, of Jacksonville FL; a son, Daniel A. James (Valerie), of Jasper, FL; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary C. Reed of Hilliard, FL; one sister-in-law, Gladys R. James of Sharpsburg, GA; and one cousin, Wayne H. Welch (Lynda) of Macon and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Tuesday at Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Spina Bifida Jacksonville, online donation, www.spinabifida.org. Music Funeral Home, Waycross is in charge of arrangements.

JAMES, Dorothy Washington James – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 3 July 2018) Dorothy Washington James departed this life Friday, June 29, 2018. A funeral will be Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home.

JAMES, Easter James (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 5, 1943) Easter James, colored woman, died at her home in west Madison last Friday night or Saturday morning. Her body was found near the fireplace Saturday. Officials determined death was due to natural causes.

JAMES, Ebbie James (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 10, 1957) Ebbie James, age 46, died in the local hospital May 2nd after an extended illness. He is survived by nine brothers, Lewis, Fred, Gladys, all of Greenville; Alfred and Colin, both of Miami; Dan of Delray Beach; Willie of Cleveland, OH; Tuntley, of Tallahassee; Alton, of Rochester, NY; Nathan, of Perry; and Douglas, of Newark, NJ; three sisters; Rossie James and Florence Coachman, both of Perry and Alice James, of Newark, NJ. Funeral services will be held Sunday at Wigginsville Baptist Church with interment in Wigginsville Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Edna Pearl James (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, January 9, 2013) Ms. Edna Pearl James, 61, of Argyle, passed away Sunday January 6, 2013 at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, following a lengthy illness. She was born in Clinch County to the late Hubert and Addie Fullwood James. Ms. James took pride in 35 serving Argyle as their postmaster for 27 years as well as currently serving on the City Council of Argyle. She was a member of the Antioch United Methodist Church in Argyle. Ms. James is proceeded in death by one sister, Alma J. Strickland of Waycross and one brother, Raymond H. James of Argyle. Her survivors include sisters, Mary J. Oxford of Waycross, Lynda J. Matt of Tucker, GA, Vesta J. Steedley of Manor; brothers, Marvin B. James of Douglas, Fredy A. James of Homerville; numerous nieces and nephews. A private memorial services will be held at a later date. In lew of flowers donations can be made to Antioch United Methodist Church in Argyle. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the James family.

JAMES, Edwina Todd James (Abstracted from the September 28, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Edwina Todd James, 84, of Waycross, died Friday (Sept. 27, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. She was born in Waycross to the late Edwin Todd and Pauline Taylor Gunsaulus and lived here all of her life. She was a member of New Life Assembly of God and was a homemaker. She loved spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Miller James, 1 sister, Frances Boone, 1 great-grandson, Austin Roberts, and 2 favorite nieces, Barbara Carver and Brenda Cheshire. Survivors include 3 children, Patricia Fouss, of Blackshear, Joyce Jacobs, of Blackshear, Edwin Dewayne (Rebecca) James, of Waycross; 7 grandchildren, Tammy Roberts, of Waycross, Tim (Sharmon) Brannan, of Brooklet, David T. Sapp, of Waycross, Jonathan (Mandy) Jacobs, of Tulsa, OK, Joshua Jacobs, of Blackshear, Devin Tyler (Amy) James, of Columbus, Emily Rebecca (Taylor) Swinea, of Milledgeville; 6 great-grandchildren, Cameranne, Connor, Justin, Tyler, Chris and Matt; 1 great-great-grandchild, Madison; 2 sisters, Shirley McKinnon, of Brunswick, and Wanda Steverson, of Valdosta; 1 brother, Billy Gunsaulus, of Jacksonville, FL; favorite nephew, Al Taylor, of Jacksonville, FL; favorite niece, Tonya Bradley, of Blackshear; and several other nieces, nephews and relatives. A funeral will be held Sunday at New Life Assembly of God. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Elco William James (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 31 August 2016) Elco William James, age 76, passed away on August 31, 2016 in Miller County Hospital in Colquitt GA. Elco was born October 27, 1939 in Danielsville, GA to Albert James and Lottie Bryant James. Elco honorably served our country in the United States Navy Reserve. Elco was of the Baptist faith and retired from the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office after 15 years. He was also a member of the Civil Air Patrol. Elco was preceded in death by parents Albert James and Lottie Bryant James. Elco is survived by his wife of 48 years Juanita James of Perry; his son Glenn William James of Steinhatchee, his daughter Nina James of Perry, 5 grandchildren, and a great granddaughter. Funeral Services will be Sunday, September 4, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JAMES, Ernest James, Jr. (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Ernest James Jr., 66, passed away Wednesday (Feb. 27, 2013) at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Jesup. He was born Sept. 6, 1946. He was the second child born to Ernest James Sr. and Mary Esther James, and became known as “Junior,” since he was named after his father. Both parents preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by two of his younger brothers, Gregory Lebon James and Terry Leon James. He began his education in the public schools of Pierce County, before moving to Miami, FL. He continued his education in the public school system of Miami-Dade County. After school, he made Miami his home and worked as a truck driver for a meat company in Miami. After years of the big city life, he returned home and made Offerman his home again. He joined Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church after returning home. “We shall forever cherish the memories of Junior’s laughter, the family and friend jokes he loved to tell, stories only he could tell, his love for Southern cooking, and too many other memories that family and friends shall forever hold dearly. And who could forget that he surely thought he was the great Frankie Beverly of Maze. Rest well Junior, we love you dearly and you shall forever be in our hearts and minds,” said a family member. He leaves to cherish his memories forever: three loving children, Bobby Joseph Jackson, of Patterson, Torrence Lamar Green, of Patterson, and Michelle McCoy, of Jacksonville, FL; a long-time soul mate, Pernell Armstrong; his siblings, four brothers and two sisters, Claude Ray James, of Atlanta, Ulysses (Faye) James, of Waycross, Nathaniel James, of Miami, FL, Franklin Floyd, of Jacksonville, FL, Debra (Raymond) Lincoln, of Patterson, and Myra Vanessa James, of Washington, DC; one sister-in-law; one brother-in-law; 20 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members. The funeral will be Saturday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 3383 Tyre Bridge Road, Patterson. Interment will follow in Gethsemane Cemetery near Patterson. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

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(Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 21 January 2016) Eugene James, age 82, of Lakeland, GA passed away Thursday, January 21, 2016 at South Georgia Medical Center Lanier Campus. He was born on August 5, 1933 in Waycross, GA to the late Jim T. and Leona (Lee) James. He served his country in the United States Air Force. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nell James. His survivors include 2 sons & 1 daughter-in-law, Jeff (Doreen) James of Lakeland, GA; Terry James of Lakeland, GA; 2 sisters, Ocie Stephens of Argyle, GA; Eleanor Carmichael of Manor, GA; 1 brother & sister-in-law, Jimmy (Sally) James of Baxely, GA; and several nieces & nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 23, 2016 in the Lakeland Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Unity United Methodist Church cemetery.

JAMES, Fred James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 4, 2007) The Rev. Fred James, 74, died Friday (Aug. 3, 2007) morning at Southeast Georgia Health Systems in Brunswick after a short illness. He was born and raised in Ware County before moving to Jesup 11 years ago. As a minister of 54 years, he served in many churches around this area and across the world with his medical missionary work. He has been the pastor of Manningtown Church of God for 11 years. In 1973, he became a nurse which included work at Memorial Hospital, Ware County Jail and home healthcare. In 1974, he founded and directed the Ware County EMS for 25 years. He served as Ware County deputy coroner for many years. He also served in the United States Army. He is the son of the late John Henry James and Hazel Wilson James. He is also preceded in death by his grandson, Dakota James. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Shirley Patterson James, of Jesup; two daughters, Teresa King (Philip), of Waycross, and Sharon Rogers (Casey), of Brunswick; two sons, Johnny "J.J." James (Tammy), of Leesburg, and the Rev. Benji Rowland (Britni), of Valdosta; 11 grandchildren, Brent King, Jared King, Ryan King, Amber Corbitt, Matt Corbitt, Aaron Corbitt, Josh James, Hali James, Courtney James, Savanna James and Sommer James; two brothers, Bill James and Don James, both of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held 3 p.m. Sunday at First Assembly of God. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 until 9 p.m. today at Music Funeral Home.

JAMES, Geraldine Thomas James (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, November 20th, 2013) Mrs. Geraldine Thomas James, 68, of Manor died Monday, November 11, 2013 at her residence surrounded by her family and friends after an extended illness. She was born in Clinch County to the late Ervin Thomas and Nellie Faye Steedley Thomas. She had made Manor her home for most of her life. She worked for Standard Container and Brockway Packaging for 36 years before retiring in 2003. Mrs. James was a member of Camp Branch Church of God of Prophecy in Manor, where she served with the nursing home ministry and was a Sunday School teacher. She loved photography and painting. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by 1 brother, Marshall Thomas, 3 sisters, Lucille Godwin, Brenda Thomas, Inez White and an infant brother, Talmadge Thomas. Mrs. James is survived by her husband of 46 years, Billy M. James of Manor; a daughter, Kristy James (Kent) Oliver of Manor; a son, Marty James of Manor; 1 brother, Raymond Thomas of Waycross; 4 sisters, Lavene (David) Sweat of Blackshear, Nita Sweat of Manor, Linda (Kim) Wolfe of Waycross, Debbie Thomas of Manor; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral service will be Thursday November 14, 2013 at the Camp Branch Church of God of Prophecy in Manor. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

JAMES, Gertrude Harper James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 26, 2012) Gertrude Harper James, 98, of Blackshear, passed away Sunday afternoon (June 24, 2012) at the Pierce County Nursing Home. Born in Osierfield, May 22, 1914, she lived in Pierce County all of her adult life. She was known as a great seamstress and enjoyed making quilts and crafts. She performed alterations for Gilmore’s Department Store for many years and was a member of Blackshear First United Methodist Church. She was a daughter of the late Albert and Elizabeth Ann Fussell Harper. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jewel Oden James, a son, Jewel Oden James Jr., and all of her brothers and her sister. Survivors include a daughter, Judy Harris, of Blackshear; two sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Margie James, of Waverly, and Harvey and Joyce James, of Blackshear; seven grandchildren, Greg James, Camille and Todd Hendry, Lance and Pam James, Chris Crews, Jennifer and Dan Strickland, Melanie Harris and Andrea Boatright; 10 great-grandchildren; three great-great- grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held at 11 o’clock Friday morning at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Blackshear City Cemetery.

JAMES, Gloria Carswell James (Abstracted from the 24 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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Gloria Carswell James, age 75, “fought the good earthly fight and kept the faith,’’ but she was called home to her God Friday (Sept. 21, 2018), her spirit leaving this earth, away like the colorful birds she loved. Born in Waycross Jan. 27. 1943, in Waycross, Mrs. James overcame many health issues from cancer to numerous surgeries, finding strength and courage with her Faith in God, but realizing that her time had come to join her parents, Wynelle Lance Carswell and Roscoe Nickels Carswell, and other loved ones in Heaven. A celebration of life honoring the former Ware Countian and long-time Pierce Countian, will be held Wednesday at her home, 6831 Hacklebarney Community, Pierce County. She was born and reared in Waycross, loving the Elizabeth Street, Williams Street and Magnolia Drive neighborhoods. During her Waycross High School years, she was known as a talented basketball player; “the one with the pretty legs.’’ She was a supportive and enthusiastic “friend to all.’’ A 1961 high school graduate, following her high school years, she became the 18-year-old bride of Pierce Countian William Tracy (Billy) James (now deceased). In his lifetime he was a farmer and member of a well-known family of the county and city. At her marriage, she moved to Pierce County where she remained for the rest of her life, later years in Hacklebarney Community. She and her husband were blessed with three sons: William Tracy James Jr. of Blackshear, twins Rodney Nickels James and John Allen James both of Pierce County. Mrs. James embraced her mother / homemaking duties as a “chosen chore of love,’’ as her many friends will recall, she “kept an immaculate home and trained her cherished sons ‘in the way they should go,’ God’s way.’’ Sometimes in the ’60s, she helped her husband with the farming operations including chicken houses and put the vegetables he grew in her freezer, for those frequent dinners she cooked for family and friends. “She was a great cook and loved watching the cooking shows on television. She could have been on those shows with her chicken and dumplings and moist cakes and cookies!’’ A South Georgia woman of many roles, Mrs. James “had a heart for God,’’ and many family photos show her with her three sons, all dressed to worship their God at Blackshear First United Methodist Church. Later in life, she joined Blackshear First Baptist Church, enjoying studying the word of God and the fellowship of many church friends. She was a member of the Followers Sunday School Class for many years, prior to her health issues. Fellowships with the JOY Group and the Widows’ Luncheons at her church added to her “golden years.’’ Described as “an excellent nurse and one who cared for the health of children and their families,’’ Mrs. James, after her marriage, embraced more education and studied at Waycross-Ware Technical School, receiving her licensed practical nurses diploma in 1965. She worked at the former Pierce County Hospital, Blackshear and at the Atkinson County Health Department in Pearson, as well as did private duty nursing which she “loved.’’ She retired from Pierce County Health Department but continued to keep her nursing license valid. Many mothers recall with satisfaction how “Miss Gloria’’ gave the perfect shot to their children and was responsible for a caring / supporting health experience. Family members were “amazed’’ at her stamina balancing her studies, three young sons, keeping an immaculate home and later her work years. She always “praised her three sons’’ who studied in Pierce County schools, then became successful in their chosen professions, following obtaining college degrees. She was one of those mothers who “thought only of her sons’ well- being and education, many times sacrificing needed things for herself,’’ according to her family. Work and family time for the well-known Pierce Countian were interspersed with many “happy times,’’ as the family enjoyed the James cottage at Dover’s Bluff, Fernandina Beach visits with her sister and husband Wynn Carswell Plowden and John B. Plowden. She was commended for sharing her life — in her married years — with her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Maggie and Quitman James, caring for them in their later years prior to their deaths. Mrs. James, as a young mother, found time to share with many friends, playing bridge. Her sons recall “Aunt MeNet, Jeanette,’’ “Aunt Ann,’’ “Miss Janice,’’ “Miss Carolyn’’ and other friends who shared babysitting hours during their children’s growing-up years. In her later years, she enjoyed traveling to interesting states like Montana with its deep snow and the New England states with their autumn magnificence. She was fond of the “golf club greens,’’ being a member of the Lakeview Ladies Golf Association. Friend Jeanette Dixon, recalling happy times, remembers that she and “Gloria took pro golf lessons in Waycross.’’ She was the number one cheerleader for her talented sister / vocalist Wynn Carswell Plowden (Miss Georgia Pageant first and second honors) and attended most of her singing engagements in various states as Wynn’s husband worked in several states in his space (shuttle) company accomplishments. Her devotion to her Pierce County community continued when she was a dedicated member of the child abuse prevention chapter, Okefenokee Alliance for Kids. For the main project, “Quick Think,’’ she was the favorite mascot, the Foozer, encouraging second graders in the three Pierce County elementary schools, “to think quick regarding their safety.’’ Prior to her health career retirement, she built the home of her dreams in Hacklebarney Community, Pierce County, after being welcomed by her sister and the Carter family to their farm. These years she saw peace, happiness and contentment as she loved having her children and grandchildren “in for pizza, cookies and cake,’’ and found joy in sitting on her front porch overlooking Sweetwater Branch. Many was the afternoon that she and her sister, Nickie Carswell Carter, sat on the porch in rocking chairs, chatting, reminiscing and admiring the beauty of God’s creation, especially the trees she planted in her yard. She loved the birds, feeding them in ornate feeders and made sure her Hacklebarney maple and Bradford pear trees she planted in her yard grew tall and beautiful, especially in autumn with the hues of gold and bronze. She loved animals, and during her sons’ growing-up years they welcomed many pet dogs to their home. “She looked well to her household,’’ family and friends would say of “Miss Gloria.’’ She decorated her rooms in excellent taste and at one time knitted afghans for all of her sons and their families. Even when confined to a wheelchair, that didn’t keep her from standing at her stove and baking that special treat or frying her favorite french fries. Once she captured the hobby of baking 38 breads, sharing them with family and friends. She found joy in the sunrises and sunsets seen over the branch and fields, attention to her God in whom she believed. Leaving to cherish her memory are her three sons and their families: William Tracy James Jr. of Blackshear; Rodney and Dana (Kicklighter) James, Emmett James and JoHannah James of Pierce County and John and Holly (Walsh) James, John Benjamin James of Pierce County and Logan and Micah Larson of Midway City, OK; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Nickie Carswell Carter of Hacklebarney Community, Wynn Carswell Plowden and husband John B. Plowden of Fernandina Beach, FL; nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives in this area as well as Homerville. She was preceded in death by her parents, her older sister Rita Carswell Gray and her husband Thomas E. Gray Sr., of Jamestown, brothers-in-law, Henry McCoy Carter Sr. of Hacklebarney Community and George F. Ratliff Jr., of Hacklebarney, and her grandparents Winnie and M.W. Lance, of Waycross, and O’Vella Peagler Carswell and Allen Nickels Carswell, of Homerville. Through the years she remained in contact with members of her James family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the building fund of Blackshear First Baptist Church and to the charities of their choice. Mrs. James supported many children’s hospital and American Indian School efforts. She also took joy in subscribing for her great nieces, children’s magazines and always “at Christmastime,’’ gave with much love collectible coins to her grandchildren for their future collections. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Henry Burl James (Abstracted from the 26 September 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Henry Burl James, age 94, died Friday (Sept. 23, 2016) at his residence in Waycross following an extended illness. He was born in Manor and lived all of his life in Ware County. He was an electrician for 41 years having worked with Morton Electric, Ware Electric and Kammerer Electric. He served in the United States Army during World War II fighting on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. He was a son of the late Walton C. James and Maggie Cribb James. He was also preceded in death by his son, Marty James, a brother, Wesley James of Manor, and three sisters, Dora McMillan of Manor, Margaret Shear of Valdosta, and Evelyn Beverly of Valdosta. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Geneva Tatum James of Waycross; a son, C.B. (Jann) James of Waycross; 3 grandchildren, Benjie (Dossie) James of Charleston, SC, Jennifer (Trey) Johnson of Blackshear, and Jason Cox of Waycross; 4 great-grandchildren, Maggie James, Henry James and Allie James, all of Charleston, SC, and Garret Johnson of Blackshear; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JAMES, Homer Jean James (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 6 March 2020) Sister Homer Jean James was born on May 1, 1944 in Greenville, FL to Eddie Wes and Jessie Bell Thompson James. Both of her parents, two sisters, Eddye Lee James and Myrtis James McCray; and brothers, Larry James, Bobby James and Jessie James, all preceded her in death. In 1961, Homer Jean graduated from Greenville Training School in Greenville. She was an avid basketball player. She loved all sports, especially football and basketball. Homer Jean was a big Florida Gators fan. Sister James was converted at an early age and joined Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Greenville, FL. Jean heard the Master’s call on March 6, 2020 at Madison Memorial Hospital, Madison, FL. She leaves to mourn her passing, three daughters: Marcia Bellamy, Tywana Arnold and Makechia Daniels, all of Greenville, FL; three sons: Michael Blue, Greenville, FL, Ronald James, Perry, FL and Anthony Arnold of Clearwater, FL; two brothers: Calvin James and Barry Crews, both of Greenville, FL; an aunt: Louise Taylor; uncle: Willie James Thompson of Port Arthur, TX; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JAMES, Ivory Gromyko Yamani James (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 15 May 2020) Observances in loving memory of Mr. Ivory Gromyko Yamani James, age 40, a native of Jackson, AL and a resident of Tallahassee, FL are as follows. Local arrangements by Tillman of Tallahassee, 4006 Crawfordville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32305. Arrangements by Andrews Funeral Home, Jackson, AL. Graveside service at Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery, 9775 AL-Hwy 69 in the Salitpa Community of Jackson, AL 36545. We ask your prayers for his children whom he loved dearly; for his mother, Irma Burden; father, Ivory James; three brothers, Earnest Burden, LaBarron Burden and Russell A. Wright, Jr.; two sisters, Ivriel James and Kristen Wright and the entire James and Burden Family. May God bless you for all kindnesses shown.

JAMES, Jacqueline Black James (Abstracted from the 5 December 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Jacqueline Black James, age 80, of Baxley, GA, passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2018, at Community Hospice in Vidalia. Mrs. James was born July 13, 1938, in Appling County to the late Isaac Black and the late Mildred Irene Boatright Black. She was a homemaker and a former grocery retail clerk with Miners Market. In addition to her parents, Mrs. James was preceded in 39 death by her husbands, Russell Smith and Clint James; a son, Rusty Smith; and a brother, W. A. Black. Survivors include her daughter, Beverly Ann Rollins of Alamo; son, Christopher Isaac Smith and wife Sherry of Douglas; and sister, Katherine G. Decker and husband Richard of Virginia; seven grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday, November 24, 2018, at Red Oak Baptist Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

JAMES, Jamikal Damall James (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 31 August 2020) Jamikal Damall James was born on March 27, 1985 in Tallahassee, FL to Lalesia Ryles and Jesse James, Sr. Jamikal was educated in the public schools of Leon County, graduating from Chiles High School in the Class of 2003. He was employed with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations and most recently with the Florida Department of Revenue. He was currently residing in Tampa, FL after relocating from Orlando, FL. Jamikal was a very special young man who was well-liked by all. Jamikal loved to travel and loved animals of all kinds, even working at Petco. He especially loved his fish, owning several aquariums and even starting an on-line aquatic business. He was a young man who loved to eat and had a mother who loved to cook. He also enjoyed going fishing with his father. He will be sorely missed by all that loved and care for him. On Monday, August 31, 2020, God Almighty summoned Jamikal Home for his eternal rest. Forever cherishing his love and memories are his father: Jesse (Emma) James, Sr.; mother: Lalesia Ryles; siblings: Jesse James, Jr., Derrick James, Chinesia Dallas, Mattie James and Jessica James; maternal aunts: Linda Ryles-Lockey and Rnea Ryles; paternal aunts: Christine Reid, Jeanette Lily, Liz Hayes, Clairereatha Hayes, Joretha Hayes, Ethel James and Annie Smith; paternal uncles: Elijah James, Sr., Tommie James and David (Virginia) James; and a host of other relatives.

JAMES, Jessie Bell Thompson James (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 7 March 2018) Mrs. Jessie Bell Thompson James, age 99, of Greenville, FL finished her earthly course on Friday, February 23, 2018. Funeral services are Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Allen Chapel AME Church, with burial in Concord Cemetery, both in Greenville. A lifelong Madison County resident, she was a retired plywood factory employee and a longtime member of Allen Chapel. Among her survivors are her daughters, Homer Jean James and Mable (Freddie) Lucas; one son, Calvin James; three grandsons, raised as her own, Michael Blue, Ronald James and Reginald Florence; sister, Louise Green; brother, Willie James Thompson; sister-in- law, Dorothy James; 21 grand; 58 great-grand; and 25 great-great grandchildren; and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello, Florida is entrusted with the arrangements.

JAMES, John Elfred James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 30, 2010) John Elfred James, 80, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday afternoon (Aug. 26, 2010) at his residence surrounded by his family, following a long illness. Born July 17, 1930, in Blackshear, he lived in Pierce County since the mid 1960s. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, having served during the Korean Conflict. He worked for the Ginsburg Music Company in Roswell, NM, before returning to Blackshear and going into the chicken and pig business with his brother, Billy James. In 1969, he married Marian Colley and they went into their first business venture with a Western Auto store in the early '70's. He was a member of Blackshear First Baptist Church and the '80s Supper Club, of which he had been a member for many years. He loved to fish, square dance and work with his hands making beautiful wood furniture. He very much enjoyed spending time with family, fishing and relaxing at Dover's Bluff Club. He was a son of the late Quitman and Maggie Bennett James. He was also preceded in death by a son, Matt Simmons, a sister, Joyce Coleman, and two brothers, Estes James and Eustace James. Survivors include his wife, Marian Colley James, of Blackshear; a daughter, Sherrie Rozier, of Atlanta; three sons and a daughterin-law, Randy James, of Louisville, KY, and Gary Simmons and Randy and Lisa Simmons, all of Blackshear; two sisters, Dorothy Cason, of Blackshear, and Elaine Vannatta, of St. Marys; a brother and sister-in-law, Billy and Mary Lane James, of Blackshear; nine grandchildren, Joy, Joel, Eva, Hilary, Brendan, Haley, Cody, Ran and Matt; several great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon at First Baptist Church. Interment was in the Blackshear Cemetery. Active pallbearers were Dan James, Dick Jackson, Johnny James, Denny Moore, Norris James, John James, Rodney James and Will James. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of arrangements.

JAMES, Jonnie James (Abstracted from the 8 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jonnie James, age 83, died Tuesday (Feb. 7, 2017) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross. She was a homemaker and a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She was 40 preceded in death by her parents, John Major Allen and Jessie Belle Dowling Allen, and her husband, James Robert “Bob” James. Survivors include 4 daughters, Susan (Dewayne) Stone, Kaye (Larry) Walker, Linda James, all three of Waycross; and Barbara (Gordon) Green of Gray; 3 granddaughters, Amy (Adam) McIntosh, Kathi (Kevin) Boyette and Kristi (Ricky) Peavy; 1 grandson, Dave Husbands; 2 great-grandsons; 5 great-granddaughters; and 1 sister, Jacqueline (Carl) Rosenbush. A funeral will be Thursday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 1005 Church St., Waycross, GA 31501.

JAMES, Julian M. James (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 7, 1958) Julian M. James, age 46, died Friday of a heart attack at the local hospital after a brief illness. He was a native of Live Oak, FL. Mr. James was an employee of the Madison Coca Cola Bottling Company. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Berdie Mae James; two daughters, Mrs. Luther Roth, of Madison; and Miss Shelby Jean James, of Jacksonville; one son Wiley James of Madison; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. C. James and one brother, Buddy James, of Live Oak; four sisters, Mrs. Arthur Duncan, of Wauchula; Mrs. Verdie Wargo, of Tampa; Mrs. Berle Knighton, of Lacoochee; and Mrs. Ereell Hiers, of Chiefland. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JAMES, La’Terron Tremaine James (Abstracted from the 11 October 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) La’Terron Tremaine James, age 44, died Saturday (Oct. 6, 2018) after a brief illness. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday at New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. He was born Oct. 4, 1974 in Jacksonville, FL, to Ovieda Collins and Harvey James Jr. As a baby, he moved to Waycross where he received his formal education from the public school system and graduated from Waycross High School in 1994. He attended Okefenokee Technical College taking architecture design classes. “Tron,” as he was affectionately known, joined New Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church at an early age. He worked various jobs including Lee Meats in Alma and Diversified Lumber Company, but music was his passion. He was known as “DJ Tron the Bear.” He shared his love for music, working in cities in southeast Georgia including in Alma, Pearson, Nahunta, Brunswick, Folkston and Ocilla, performing at graduations, weddings, family reunions, birthdays and house parties. He hosted back-to-school parties for youth in his community “The Canyon.” He also was DJ for the Special Olympics, the Reynolds Street Park Recreation Center and a street ministry. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, James and Mary Collins, an uncle, James Paulk, and his paternal grandfather, Harvey D. James Sr. Those left to cherish his memory include his mother, Ovieda Collins of Waycross; his father, Harvey James Jr., of Memphis, TN; a sister, Towanda Wall of Memphis, TN; a brother, Taurence Collins of Waycross; aunts, Stephanie Collins, Denise Johnson (Darrell), Linda Hall (Finley) and Alfreda Bantum (Laurence), all of Waycross; uncles, Lynwood Collins (Vanessa), of Atlanta, and Daryl Collins (Karkeyta) of Waycross; cousins (reared as sisters and brothers), Ketha Stephenson (Herbert Jr.), D’Andre Cobb (Jessica), both of Waycross, Almeisha Bantum of Orlando, FL, and Winston Bantum of Waycross; great-aunts, Elnora Kelly of Jacksonville, FL, Lucille Collins of Savannah, and Cheryl Collins of Indianapolis, IN; many sorrowing very close cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Waycross.

JAMES, Larry Kent James (Abstracted from the 15 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Larry Kent James, age 77, of Waverly, passed away Sunday (March 13, 2016) at Sears Manor in Brunswick after a lengthy illness. He was born to Jewel Oden James and Gertrude Harper James in Waycross, Sept. 12, 1938. In addition to his parents, a brother, Jewel Oden James Jr., predeceased him. He graduated from Blackshear High School in 1956 and attended Middle Georgia College and Georgia Tech. He retired from Southern Bell after 30 years on Dec. 5. 1986. He was a lifetime member of Blackshear First United Methodist Church. He was a past member of Grand Lodge of Georgia No. 112 F&AM, Jesup Jaycees, Wayne County Saddle Club and Waycross Elks Club. While living in Jesup, he obtained his private pilot license. He was easy mannered and loved people and fellowship. He was married to Margie Mizell James for 55 wonderful and adventurous years. Together they enjoyed fishing, horseback barrel racing, Bonsai, sail boating, RV camping, fish fries and fellowship with the people of the Hickory Bluff Club, and spending time with their grandsons. In addition to his wife, Margie Mizell James, of Waverly; he is survived by 1 son, Gregory James of Plant City, FL; 1 daughter, Camille (Todd) Hendry of Brunswick; 3 grandsons Chris Crews, Phillip Hendry and Austin James; 1 brother, Harvey (Joyce) James; 1 sister, Judy Harris of Blackshear; several nieces, nephews and many other relatives. A memorial service will be Thursday at Pearson-Dial Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorials be made to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 127, Blackshear, GA 31516.

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Mrs. Leah Arvidson James, age 55, of Perry, FL, passed away on November 10, 2015 at Doctor's Memorial Hospital in Perry. Leah was born December 15, 1959 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in West Palm Beach, FL to Mr. Philip Lang Arvidson and Mrs. Louella Ann Hulbert Arvidson. She attended and graduated from Palmetto High School in Miami, FL in 1978, where she was a member of the bowling team. Leah was awarded the Miami Herald High School 1st Team Bowler her junior and senior year and also received numerous other trophies and awards including the All City Miami Herald Award. She was also honored by Palmetto High School by placing her bowling picture in the Gymnasium. After high school she co-founded and co-owned Arvidson's Ice Cream Machine in North Palm Beach with her sister Karen. She married her husband of 27 years, Christopher James on October 28, 1989. She joined her husband in owning and operating Christopher's Creative Designs located in North Palm Beach until they moved to Perry, FL in 2006. After moving to Perry they opened and operated Christopher’s Christmas Shop which is still in operation today. Leah is survived by her husband, Christopher Raymond James; her son, Michael Ryan James of Perry; her parents, Phil and Lou Arvidson of Palm Beach Gardens, FL; her sister, Karen Jean Arvidson of North Palm Beach, FL; her mother and father-in-law, Raymond and Peggy James of Stuart, FL; as well as numerous other relatives.

JAMISON, Leroy Jamison (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 22 February 2020) Leroy Jamison was born on April 26, 1935 in Tampa, FL. He was the son of Henry Jamison and Bessie Wheeler, both who preceded him in death. Leroy was also predeceased by three daughters, Judith Jamison Green, Cheryl Jamison Howard and Phyllis Johnson; and by his brother, Arthur Kimble. Leroy was named for his father, Henry Leroy’s; however, he chose to use only Leroy throughout his lifetime. He attended the public schools of Leon County and graduated from the original Lincoln High School, Class of 1954. A gifted and talented football player in high school, Leroy earned a football scholarship to Texas College in Tyler, Texas. An injury he sustained just before a scheduled game against Florida A&M University, ended his football career. Leroy would go on to enlist in the United States Army, where he served with distinction from May 2, 1955 until April 13, 1957. Upon being honorably discharged, Leroy attained employment at Bottling Pepsi-Cola Bottle Company, where he worked until his retirement. On Saturday, February 22, 2020, while a resident at Centre Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tallahassee, Brother Leroy finished his earthly course. His love and memory will be treasured forever by his former wife and friend: Elouise Parrish Jamison; sons: Tony (LeJune) Jamison and Garry (Dottie) Simmons, all of Tallahassee, FL; daughters: Carolyn Jamison (Alfred) Gaston, Miami, FL and Melissa K. Jamison of Tallahassee, FL; son-in-law: Anthony Johnson of Santa Clarita, CA; brother: Charles (Barbara) Jamison of Pensacola, FL; seven grandchildren; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JAMES, Limmie James (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 21, 1955) Limmie James, age 64, died Monday October 24 in a Miami Hospital. Survivors are one brother, Sumpter James and one sister, Julia Davis, both of Madison. Limmie James formerly lived in Madison. Funeral services will be held Sunday at Damascus Baptist Church in Madison with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Tillman-James Funeral Home had the arrangements.

JAMES, Marian Colley James (Abstracted from the 24 April 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Marian Colley James, age 78 of Blackshear, passed away Monday (April 23, 2018) at her residence following a sudden illness. Born in Blackshear on Dec. 5, 1939, she had lived in Pierce County most of her life. She was a 1957 graduate of Blackshear High School. She had worked for the Blackshear Bank for a few years before working at Western Auto and The Corral which she owned and operated with her late husband, Elfred James. She would go on to own and operate True Value with her son, Randy Simmons, from which she would later retire. She found volunteering at the Pierce County Nursing Home (Harborview) very rewarding and so loved doing the residents’ hair and taking them to church on Sundays. Going to Dover’s Bluff, helping with Bingo at Lakeview Golf Course, going to gospel sings, playing cards with her girlfriends, and being a Red Hat member were things she also enjoyed. She was a member of First Baptist Church and was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She was a daughter of the late Thomas Marion “T.M.” and Juanita Deloach Colley. In addition to her late husband, she was also preceded in death by a son, Matt Simmons, and both of her uncles who were raised with her, Ray Deloach and Edward Deloach. Survivors include her daughter, Sherie Rozier of Atlanta; three sons and daughters-in-law, Gary Simmons and Randy and Lisa Simmons, all of Blackshear, and Randy and Treva James, of Louisville, KY; her former daughter-in-law, Tricia Dowling of Waycross; three sisters, Ann (William) Wall, Sue Shoemaker and Bobbie (Carroll) Peacock, all of Blackshear; two aunts, Clarice Deloach and Lillie (Emory) Skinner both of Blackshear; nine grandchildren, Joy (Aaron) Reynolds, Joel Rozier (Hanna Robinson), Eva Rozier-Yarbrough, Hilary Waite (Joshua), Brendan James (Allison), Cody Simmons, Randy Simmons Jr., Haley Simmons and Matt Simmons; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Wednesday at Blackshear First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the 42

Blackshear Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Harborview Pierce County Nursing Home Axillary, 221 Carter Ave., Blackshear, GA 31516. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Marvin James (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, June 12, 2013)) Marvin James, age 67, of Douglas, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2013, at South Georgia Medical Center, in Valdosta, following an extended illness. Mr. James was born on September 25, 1944, in Clinch County to the late Hubert James and Addie Bell Fullwood James. He is preceded in death by two sisters, Alma Elizabeth Strickland and Edna Pearl James; and one brother, Raymond Huey James. Survivors include his wife, Wanda James of Douglas; one daughter, Michelle James of Douglas; three sisters, Mary Helen (W.C.) Oxford, Vesta Lee James (Johnny) Steedly, Lynda Louise James (Bob) Matt; one brother, Fredy Allen (Virginia) James. A graveside service was held on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at 2 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Mary Ellen James (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Mary Ellen James, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at her residence in Monticello, FL. She was born in Chicago, IL, to the late Frederick, and Ellen Johnson Nordstrom. She had lived in Monticello for the past year. Mrs. James was a member of the Christ of the King Lutheran Church in Brooksville, Florida. She was a Registered Nurse and enjoyed playing bridge, reading, gardening, golf, dancing and traveling. Survived by a son; J. D. (April) James of Monticello, FL, (2) nieces; Lee Anne (Jeff) Miller of San Antonio, TX, Janice (Bob) Vlach of Chicago, (2) grandchildren; Sarah and Katie James. Funeral Services will be held at the Hendry Memorial Methodist Church on Saturday, March 5, 2011. Interment will follow at Hendry Memorial Methodist Cemetery. Donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32330- 5428 or the local Hospice.

JAMES, Megan Amelia Wisenbaker James (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 27 November 2020) Mrs. Megan Amelia Wisenbaker James, age 37, passed away on November 27, 2020 at her home in Perry, FL. Megan was born November 1, 1983 in Tallahassee, FL to Ivy Wesley Wisenbaker and Gail Coffee Wisenbaker. She was a 2002 graduate of Lowndes County High School where she was a member of the Georgia Bridgemen Band. Megan was of the Christian faith and a homemaker. In her spare time she enjoyed following politics, watching Seminole Football, listening to all types of music, and taking care of her cats. She was preceded in death by; her parents, Ivy and Gail Wisenbaker; a brother, John Wisenbaker; and a sister, Allison Wisenbaker. She is survived by; her husband of 14 years, Michael Lee James Jr., of Perry; 1 daughter, Audrey James, of Perry; a brother, Paul Wisenbaker, of Tallahassee, FL; as well as numerous relatives. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JAMES, Michael Ryan James (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 14 January 2018) Perry: Michael Ryan James, age 27, died Sunday, January 14, 2018 in Perry, FL. Michael was born, August 3, 1990, to Christopher and Leah James, in Palm Beach Gardens FL. He was employed by Christopher’s Christmas Shoppe as the Shipping Department Manager. His mother, Leah Arvidson James, preceded him in death. He is survived by his father, Christopher Raymond James of Perry, FL; his paternal grandfather, Raymond James and wife Peggy of Stuart, FL; his paternal grandmother, Rosemarie James of North Palm Beach, FL; his maternal grandparents, Phillip and Louella Arvidson of Palm Beach Gardens, FL; two uncles, Erik James of North Palm Beach, FL, and Scott James of West Palm Beach, and one aunt, Karen Arvidson also of North Palm Beach, FL. There will be a Memorial Service Sunday, January 28, 2018 at St. James Episcopal Church in Perry, Florida. A Candlelight Vigil will follow.

JAMES, Nell James (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, May 25, 2011) Nell James, 76, of Lakeland, passed away Monday, May 23, 2011, at Clinch Memorial Hospital after a short illness. She was born February 20, 1935 in Waycross, GA to the late James and Eva (Cox) Futch. She retired after working 44 years as a bank teller for Farmers & Merchants Bank in Lakeland, GA. She was a member of the Unity United Methodist Church.Survivors include her husband Eugene James, of Lakeland; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Jeff & Doreen James of Lakeland, and Terry James of Tifton; and a number of cousins. Funeral services will be Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at Unity United Methodist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the family.

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JAMES, Pauline L. James (Abstracted from the 10 January 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Pauline L. “Paula” James, age 67, died Nov. 30, 2017 at her group home in Albuquerque, NM. She was a native of Waycross and had resided in a group home provided through the Association for Retarded Citizens (ARCA) in Albuquerque since 1987. She was the daughter of the late Wilbur Wilkins James and Gertrude Patterson James. She was a graduate of Waycross High School and attended Ware Tech. She later worked in the lunchroom of Waycross High School. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include a sister, Janice James (Bob) Pound of Titusville, FL, a brother Duncan A. (Elayne) James of Edgefield, SC and several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. A celebration of life memorial was held Dec. 20, 2017 in Albuquerque by Paula’s ARCA staff and friends. A graveside service will be Sunday at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JAMES, Richard Enoch James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 30, 2007) HOMERVILLE - Richard Enoch James, 68, passed away Thursday (Nov. 29, 2007) at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, following a short illness. He was born in Clinch County, March 17, 1938 to the late Jim James and Leona Lee James. He was a Mason and was retired from the Georgia Department of Transportation as a liaison engineer. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Lucille Smith and Ruth W. Smith, and four bothers, Bob James, Leo James, Harry James and Rufus James. Survivors are his wife, Audrey Barker James, Homerville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Fred Lewis, Atlanta, and Tammie and Joe Willingham, Alpharetta; three sisters, Ruby Lee Smith and Ocie Surrency Stephens, both of Homerville, and Eleanor Carmichael, Manor; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Gene and Nell James, Lakeland, and Jimmy and Sally James, Baxley; three grandchildren, Joseph James Willingham, Lauren Ashley Willingham and Katherine Olivia Willingham, all of Alpharetta; and several other relatives.Funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Homerville United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery. The body will remain at the funeral home where the family will receive friends tonight from 6 till 8. The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Tracy Christian, P.O. Box 375, Homerville, GA 31634 or Homerville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 145, Homerville, GA 31634. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the James family.

JAMES, Robert James (Abstracted from the 28 January 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Robert “Bobby” James, age 59, will be held Tuesday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. “Bobby,” as he was affectionately known, was born April 23, 1959 in Waycross to the late Robert James and Essie Jackson Dixon. He received his formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Waycross High School in 1978. He was a hard worker and congenial character who won a place in the hearts of those privileged to have known him. He departed this life on Jan. 16, 2019 after an illness. Those left to cherish his memory include an aunt, Remelle Jackson of Albany; a cousin, that was raised with him, Christola Borden Grace of Sacramento, CA and several other relatives. Fluker Funeral Home is serving the James family.

JAMES, Robert H. James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 30, 2005) Robert H. James, 75, died Saturday (Dec. 24, 2005) at Satilla Regional Medical Center after a short illness. He was born Jan. 25, 1930. Survivors include his wife, Geraldine James, of Waycross; seven children, Robert (Cindy) James, Ava (Tim) Grant and Barbara Ann James, all of Baxley, Ruben (Frankie) James, of Fort Valley, Marsha Atwell, of Valdosta, Owen Miller, of Augusta, and Paul James, of Dublin; four step-children, Michael Newton, Cynthina Atkinson, Anthony Newton and Denise Church; 26 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Harvey and Janice Newton; a very close friend, Brother Johnny (Gina) Mitchell; brother and sister, Benny Reed; the Davis family, Vernell, Lisa Green and sister Glory Barnes, all of Waycross; other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Perry Brothers Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Johnny Mitchell as guest speaker. Burial will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Perry Brothers Funeral Home of Waycross is in charge of arrangements.

JAMES, Ronald Floyd James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 22, 2006) MANOR - Ronald Floyd James, 54, passed away Wednesday, (Dec. 20, 2006), at Appling Health Care System Hospital, following a brief illness. He was born May 29, 1952, in Clinch County, to Betty Jean Griffis James, of Blackshear and the late John Hewey James, but had lived in Manor most of his life. He was a member of the Church of Christ, in Homerville and worked as a 44 shredder mechanic at Brockway Standard. He was preceded in death by one brother, Jimmy Carl James. Survivors, other than his mother, are his wife, Karen Nichols, two daughters and a son-in-law, Phoebe "Sissy" James (and fiancé Daniel Corbitt), of Waycross and Ronda "Sophie" (and Joshua) Morrow, of Nashville; one son, Samuel "Pud" James, of Surrency; four sisters and brothers- in-law, Almarie (and Doug) Mullis, of Axson, Betty (and Buddy) Benson, of Maryland, Velda (and Rex) Smith, of Manor, and Bonnie (and Don) Joyce, of Homerville; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Huey Milton (and Barbara) James, of Manor, and Donald Raymond James, of Manor; six grandsons, and several other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at Camp Branch Church of God of Prophecy. Burial will be at the Camp Branch Church of God of Prophesy Cemetery in Manor. The family will receive friends at Camp Branch Church of God of Prophecy this evening after 5. Roundtree Funeral Home of Homerville is serving the James Family.

JAMES, Sammie Lee James (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida December 9, 2010) Sammie Lee James, 77, passed away on Fri., Dec. 3, 2010, in Miami, FL. A native of Lovett, FL, he lived in Madison, FL, for many years before moving to Miami. Viewing for Mr. James will be Fri., Dec. 10, 2010, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Ganzy Funeral Home in Madison, FL. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. (EDT) on Sat., Dec. 11, 2010, at St. James MB Church in Madison, FL, with burial at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Richardson’s Family Funeral Care, Tallahassee (850) 576-4144. Survivors include (3) daughters; Linda Brown and Joyce James, of Tallahassee, FL, and Laverne James, of Ft. Myers. Siblings; Al James, Ann Lister, Corine Hampton, Loretta Rackins, Beatrice Dixon, Catherine Honeywell, Michael James, Maurice James, and Sammie Lee James and aunt, Sadie Ziegler. A devoted and caring friend: Ms. Velman King, (12) grandchildren, (5) great- grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

JAMES, Sumpter James, Sr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 23, 1962) Sumpter James, Sr., lifelong resident of Madison County died last Friday following an illness of several weeks and ill health prior to that time. He was born in the Bethlehem settlement of this county and was 77 years old at the time of his death. When a young man the deceased went to work with the Madison Lumber Company and most of his life was spent in the lumber business, in which he attained a high degree of efficiency. Later he built a brick building in southwest Madison and operated with his son, Sumpter, Jr., a store and still later was a partner in establishing Tillman and James Funeral Parlor. The deceased was twice married, each wife having preceded him in death many years ago. By his first marriage he leaves a son, Riley, of Jacksonville, and a daughter, Amy, of Tampa; and by his second marriage two sons, Sumpter, Jr., of Madison and LeRoy, a physician in Los Angeles and a daughter, Lorita, of Jacksonville. He is also survived by five grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Damascus Church Monday.

JAMES, Sumpter A. James III (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 12 February, 2015) Mr. Sumpter A. “Bubba” James, III passed from this life into eternal rest on Thursday, Feb. 5. Sumpter was a native of Madison and graduated from Madison County Training School (Class of 1962). He served in the U.S. Army and settled in Ft. Pierce, FL after his discharge. A resident of Ft. Pierce for the past 40 years, Mr. James was employed by the St. Lucie County Health Department as an Environmental Specialist. He served as a community activist and was instrumental in drafting federal school desegregation policies for the St. Lucie County School District. He was an active member and church officer of Goodwill Presbyterian Church and a proud member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Sumpter was the son of the late Sumpter James, Jr. and Marybelle James. He was married to the late Polly Hanna James and the loving father of 3 children: Sumpter A. James, IV, Steward Andrew James and Hanna Loryta James. Among other grieving relatives leaves 1 brother, Stanley L. James and 2 sisters: Melba James McCarty and Sharon James Postrell. Funeral services for Mr. James will be held at Indian River Presbyterian Church in Ft. Pierce, FL on Thursday, February 12. A graveside service and internment were held on Saturday, February 14 at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Stone Brothers Funeral Home, 317 7th Street, Ft. Pierce and Ganzy’s of Madison, respectively.

JAMES, Thenopolis Coni James Jr. (Abstracted from the May 29, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Thenopolis Coni James Jr., age 62, will be held Friday at Power House of Faith Church, 1608 Louisiana Ave. “T.C.” as he was affectionately known, was born July 27, 1951, in Waycross, to the late Thenopolis Coni James Sr. and Orah Lee Moody. He received his formal education from the public schools of Waycross and graduated from Waycross High School in 1970. He loved music and was an accomplished musician. He was a member of his junior and senior high school bands. He continued to perform musically as an adult, particularly playing the guitar, banjo and harmonica. He was an ordained minister 45 of the gospel of Jesus Christ and served as an example that led many troubled souls to accept Christ as their Savior. He departed this life Friday (May 23, 2014) in Atlanta Medical Center after an illness. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his step-father, Charles S. Moody Sr. Those left to cherish his memory include a son, Thenopolis Coni James III, of Waycross; 3 sisters, Veronica (Curtis) Reed, of Brunswick, Ada Moody McKinnon, of Miami, FL, Michelle (Corinthian) Taylor, of Albany; 5 brothers, Henry James Leggett, of Atlanta, Alphonzo (Vanessa) James Sr., of Blackshear, Charles S. (Joye) Moody Jr., of Philadelphia, PA, Eddie James Cooper, of Waycross, Anthony James, of Waycross; a god-son, Robert Earl Durham; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JAMES, Tommy Raymond James Sr. (Abstracted from the 13 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A funeral for Tommy Raymond James Sr. took place Sunday afternoon at Sweat Memorial Baptist Church. Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery with military rites performed. Arrangements were with Music Funeral Home.

JAMES, Vada Kight James (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 17, 2007) Vada Kight James, widow of the late Aubrey James, died Thursday (Aug. 16, 2007) at Coffee Regional Hospital following an extended illness. She was born in Clinch County on June 29, 1915. She lived all of her adult life in Axson. She was a life-long homemaker and a licensed practical nurse for 29 years, serving at Memorial Hospital in Waycross and Clinch Memorial Hospital in Homerville. She was preceded in death by five brothers, Herman Kight, Clarence Kight, Nolan Kight, Ward Kight and Alan Kight. She is survived by two sons, Harold "Buddy" James (Grace), of Douglas, and Tommie James (Barbara), of Axson; one sister, Irene Christopher, of Waycross; grandchildren, Ard James, Dickie James (Shirley), Michelle James Moore (David), Jamie James (Andrea); and eight greatgrandchildren. Funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Union Hill Congregational Christian Church. Interment will follow at Union Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Union Hill Church in care of Peggy James, of Axson, Ga. 31624. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson is in charge of the arrangements.

JAMES, Walker James (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 22, 1961) Walker James, 47, a former resident of Madison died Friday after a brief illness. Funeral services were held Monday in Jacksonville and burial was in Pine Forest Cemetery at Homerville, GA. Mr. James is survived by his wife, one son, two daughters, two grandchildren, his mother, four brothers, and one sister.

JAMES, Willie James Sr. (Abstracted from the 19 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Willie “King Soul” James Sr., age 69, will be Wednesday at Historical Antioch Baptist Church, 615 Knight Ave. “King Soul,” as he was affectionately known, was born June 28, 1948 in Folkston to the late Willie James and Maggie Reed. He received his formal education in the Charlton and Camden counties school system. During his life span, he found employment in various rewarding occupations. Some of those opportunities include, DJ, employee of Gilman Paper Co. in St. Marys, a truck driver, employee with the railroad, a taxi driver and a Florida Patrol deputy. He departed this life Wednesday (Feb. 14, 2018) in Memorial Satilla Heath, Waycross after an illness. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to by Fluker Funeral Home.

JAMES, William Tracy James (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — William Tracy “Billy” James, 74, of Blackshear, passed away Saturday morning (May 18, 2013) at the Pierce County Nursing Home. Born in Blackshear, Feb. 8, 1939, he lived in Pierce County all of his life. He was a farmer but also worked as a federal crop insurance adjuster as well as working with Thom’s Transport. He enjoyed fishing, especially saltwater fishing at Dover’s Bluff, hunting and playing golf. He was a member of First Baptist Church and while a resident of the Pierce County Nursing Home enjoyed the Sunday School ministry from Patterson Baptist Church. He was a son of the late John Quitman and Maggie Bennett James. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Ann Marie Suber, two sisters, Dorothy Mell Cason and Joyce Coleman, and all three of his brothers, Eustes James, Estes James and Elfred James. Survivors include his wife, Mary Lane DeWitt James, of St. Simons; four sons, Will James, of Rincon, Rodney (Dana) James and John (Holly) James, all of Blackshear, and Michael (Melinda) Suber, of St. Simons; a sister, Elaine James Jackson Vanetta, of St. Marys; six grandchildren, Emmett James, Johannah James, John Benjamin James, Logan Dixon, Daniel Blake Suber and Emily Shae Suber; Gloria Carswell James, of Blackshear, the mother of his sons, Will, John, and Rodney; and several nieces, nephews and other 46 relatives. The funeral will be held Tuesday at First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Blackshear Cemetery. The family will also receive friends at the home of his sister-in-law, Marian James, 118 Lakeside Drive, Blackshear. Memorials may be made to the Pierce County Nursing Home, 221 Carter Ave., Blackshear, GA 31516, First Baptist Church, 670 Main St., Blackshear, GA 31516 or to St. Simons Island Baptist Church, 729 Ocean Blvd., St. Simons Island, GA 31522. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JAMISON, Glenda Teresa Washington Jamison (Abstracted from the 13 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dr. Glenda Teresa Washington-Jamison, age 50, an associate clinical director at United Healthcare-Optum, died Saturday (Jan. 7, 2017) in Ft. Myers, FL. The funeral will be Saturday at St. Paul M.B. Church (Lake Jackson), 8002 Old Bainbridge Road in Tallahassee, FL. Burial service will be at Tallahassee Memory Gardens. Survivors include her husband, Bruce Jamison; daughter, Aisha Jamison; son, Bruce J. Jamison, all of Ft. Myers, FL; mother, Gloris Anderson of Tallahassee, FL; 2 sisters, Utonda Johnson of Marietta, and Carol L. Washington of Alexandria, VA; 4 aunts, Cloretha (Alex) Zanders and Vanderlyn Richardson of Tallahassee, FL, Mamie (Gregory) Ashby of Tampa, FL, and Viola (Kenny) Archibald of Tampa, FL; 4 uncles, Lonnie (Shirley) Houston of Dover, FL, Lee (Ruby) Washington of Lithonia, Jonathan (Jackie) Houston of Jasper, FL, and Alexander Pugh of Tampa, FL; mother-in-law, Gwendolyn Jamison of Waycross; father-in-law, Robert Jamison, of Walterboro, SC; 2 sisters-in-law, Sabrina J. (Daryl) Pharmes of Waycross, and Robina J. (Artenous) Brown of Tallahassee, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Since she was a breast cancer survivor, in lieu of flowers the family requests that donations to the Susan G. Komen Southwest Florida are made in her memory. Gifts may be made by check (“In memory of Dr. Glenda Washington Jamison” on memo line) and sent to: Susan G. Komen Southwest Florida, 4061 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 103, Bonita Springs, FL 34134. Arrangements are being made by Strong & Jones Funeral Home, Inc., 551 W. Carolina St., Tallahassee, FL 32301. The phone number is (850) 224-2139.

JAMMES, Sandra A. Jammes (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA November 1, 2014) Sandra A. Jammes, age 69, of Ray City, GA passed away Thursday, October 30, 2014 at her residence. She was born October 13, 1945 in New Bedford, MA to the late John Reis and Maria (Gonsalves) Noronha. She was a cosmetologist for over 34 years. She was of the Catholic faith. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Deanna Girovard. Survivors include her husband of 36 years, Kenneth R. Jammes of Ray City, GA; 1 daughter: Gabrielle Sapp of Statesboro, GA; 2 sons: David Girouard of Tempe, AR: Kenneth R. Jammes II of Dawsonville, GA; and 1 granddaughter: Rachael Sapp. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, November 4, 2014 in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services in Lakeland, GA with burial to follow in New Ramah Cemetery in Ray City, GA. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA will be serving the family.

JANINDA, Jane Crosby Janinda (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 4 November, 2014) Jane Crosby Janinda, age 88, died on November 4, 2104 at Doctors’ Memorial Hospital in Perry, Florida. She was born November 20, 1925 to the late Clifford Crosby and Lucy Kenan. She had lived in Perry for the past nine years coming from Tallahassee. Mrs. Janinda retired from the State of Florida where she worked as an Administrative Assistant with H.R.S and was a former owner of the Monticello News. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Clearwater and of the Presbyterian faith. She is survived by 3 sons: Dan (Meg) Janinda of Arizona, John (Cherie) Janinda of Albany, GA and Mark Janinda of Tallahassee, FL; 1 daughter Cherie King of Perry, FL; 1 brother Richard Crosby of Kentucky; 13 grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents and her husband John Janinda. The family will hold a memorial service at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida at a later date. Beggs Funeral Home in Perry is in charge of all arrangements.

JANITZ, Paul David Janitz (Abstracted from the 8 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Paul David Janitz, age 38, of Waycross, passed away Monday (March 6, 2017) at his residence. Born in Paterson, NJ on May 8, 1978, he had lived in Pierce and Ware counties most of his life. He had been a meat cutter for Food Lion for several years before becoming the best stay-at-home daddy four years ago. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing, reading and working out. He was a son of the late Paul Roy Janitz and Judith Mae Davis Raulerson. Survivors include his wife, Carol Lynn Williams of Waycross; a daughter, Jayden Hollinger of Waycross; two sons, Tyler Mahoney and Gabrial Janitz both of Waycross; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Charles and Kim Teabo of Blackshear, and Cliff Van Wyck of Jacksonville, FL; a sister-in-law, Leigh Williams of Jacksonville, FL; a brother-in-law, Scott (Amanda) Musgrove of Douglas; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Friday at the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation. 47

JANKOWSKI, Leslie Spradley Jankowski (Abstracted from the 11 April 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Leslie Spradley Jankowski, age 65, of Waycross, died Tuesday (April 10, 2018) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. She was born in Waycross to the late Lee Spradley and Beulah Knowles Spradley. Raised in Waycross, she was a 1970 graduate of Ware County High School. After high school, she served in the United States Air Force for four years as a fighter jet mechanic. After her discharge from the Air Force, she met her husband James, who she married in June 1979. They settled in Waycross where she raised her children and cared for her family as a homemaker. She was an active member of Destination Church in Blackshear. A very intelligent woman, she was an avid reader and enjoyed working with her plants in her garden. She loved spending time at church and helping others anyway she was able. More than anything she loved her family and any time she was able to spend with them, especially her grandchildren. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, Johnny Spradley and Donnie Spradley, and a sister, Susan Spradley Rowe. Survivors include her husband, James Jankowski of Waycross; three children, Jessica (Matthew) Clough of Blackshear, Jenni (Kerry) Hood of Blackshear, Jimmy Jankowski of Waycross; seven grandchildren, Caleb Clough, Jacob Clough, Laci Drury, Cooper Hood, Coley Hood, Kinley Hood and Mason Jankowski; two brothers, Ronnie (Phyllis) Spradley of Hoboken, Mike Spradley of Waycross; a sister, Carol (Curly) James of Manor; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday at Destination Church in Blackshear. Burial will follow in Corinth Church Cemetery in Folkston. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JARDINE, Julia Frances Earnest Jardine (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 November 2010) Julia Frances Earnest Jardine, age 86, passed away at Coffee Regional Hospital Tuesday, November 16, 2010. Mrs. Jardine was a retired employee of Pilgrim’s Pride, where she worked until the age of 83. Mrs. Jardine was the oldest, or second oldest, employee of Pilgrim’s Pride in the nation. She had worked in the same location for 30 years. Julia attended First United Methodist Church. She was born on February 23, 1924 in Atlanta, GA to the late William Edgar (Ed) and Grace Earnest. She was preceded in death by her brothers: Ira Earnest and Alvin Earnest; and her sisters: Ellie Ruth Hunt, Willie Grace James and Mattie Gertrude Earnest. All family members are of the surrounding Atlanta, Mableton, and High Falls, Georgia areas. Funeral services were at Sims Funeral Home Wednesday, November 17, 2010 with graveside services in Oak Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery in Decatur, GA Thursday, November 18, 2010. This was the same burial place for her parents, several brothers and sisters, her grandparents and great-grandparents. Survivors include: sons: Eddie (Carolyn) Nicholson of Villa Rica, GA; Freddie (Dora) Jardine of Douglas, GA; daughter: Margaret Jardine (William) Spikes of Douglas, GA; granddaughters: Fran Spikes (Danny) Simmons of Statesboro, GA; Christal Morris of Ocean Springs, MS and Delaine Nicholson of Norcross, GA; grandson: Sgt. William (Bill) (Buffy) Spikes of Douglas, GA; great-grandchildren: Madelynn and Matthew Simmons of Statesboro, GA; Jessie Morris of Ocean Springs, MS; Alex Roberts of Norcross, GA; step-great-grandchildren: Katherine, Catherine, and Zack Tilley of Fitzgerald, GA. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JARDINE, Lois Vining Jardine (Abstracted from the 20 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Lois Vining Jardine, age 86, died Sunday (July 17, 2016) at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, after an extended period of declining health. She was a native of Atkinson County and lived in Waycross since 1971. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dumar Jardine, her parents, Oliver Vining Sr. and Arlo Wall Vining, her sisters, Valerie Ogden, Louise Tuten and Colleen Roberts, and her brothers, John Vining, James Vining and Oliver Vining Jr. Survivors include a son, Steve Spence Davis of Tallahassee, FL; a daughter, Glenda (Charles) Overstreet of Charlotte, NC; 2 grandchildren, Amy Misko of Raleigh, NC, and David Overstreet of Winston Salem, NC; 2 great-grandchildren, Aiden Walker Overstreet and Emory Catherine Overstreet of Winston Salem, NC; 2 sisters, Irma Zimmerman of Indianapolis, IN, and Leland Eldridge of Waycross; and a growing number of nieces and nephews. She was the epitome of a compassionate person with a gracious spirit and willingness to serve others without regard to status, creed or color. She was active in First Baptist Church of Waycross and a longtime member. She was instrumental in forming a group of volunteers called the Baptist Village Auxiliary after her sister, Louise Vining Tuten, was admitted and she realized that many of the patients there had few or no visitors. In her spirited way, she would visit with patients, helping make their lives a little richer, and this group still continues to serve today. She was also instrumental in forming the HOPE program at First Baptist Church where young children who were at risk in school came twice-a-week for after-school tutoring and social activities. In addition, she was instrumental in the development of the Vacation Bible School in the park for children who would not have the opportunity to attend a Bible School in a church. She was equally sensitive to the needs of friends and family. If one needed food and she knew it, they would be blessed with one of her wonderful cakes or dishes. She loved to cook for others and work in her garden and was quite skilled at both. She shared her culinary skills, as well as the plants and fruits of her garden with many. She loved to nurture and hatch butterflies, also helping many others get started with the special plants 48 where butterflies feed and lay their eggs. Her life is remembered as one of giving and touching the lives of others. A memorial service will be Friday at First Baptist Church. The family requests memorials be given to First Baptist Church 702 Elizabeth St., Waycross, GA 31501.

JARRARD, Cecil Jarrard (Abstracted from the Echols County News, March 30, 2011) Mr. Cecil Jarrard, 78, of Statenville, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2011, at his home, after a short illness. He was born on September 27, 1932 in Suches, a son of the late Homer and Tennie Lou Shope Jarrard. Mr. Jarrard was a Deacon at Statenville Baptist Church, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. For many years he was self-employed as a logger. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, a brother, Preston Jarrard, and a sister Dora Lee Dial. In addition to his wife of 55 years, Frances Maine Jarrard, he is survived by five daughters and four son-in-laws, Patsy (Wayne) Lane of Quitman, Barbara Brown of Valdosta, Cecilia (Harry) Bowdren of Valdosta, Selena (Jim) Moore of Dawsonville, and Sharon (Charlie) Borg of Acworth; one son, Chris Jarrard of Columbus, Ohio; eight grandchildren, Chris Lane of Quitman, Casey (Stephanie) Lane of Valdosta, Derek Hunter of Dawsonville, Philip (Kathy) Brown of Bogart, Bridget (Jason) Kotterman of Lakeland, Heather Carter of Acworth, Brittney Borg of Acworth, and Trey Moore of Dawsonville; six great-grandchildren, Morgan and Braxton Lane, Blake and Katelyn Kotterman, and Allie and Joe Hunter; a special niece, Lisa Jarrard of Statenville; a special nephew, John Jarrard of Statenville; brother, Homer Jarrard of Florida; three sisters, Betty Ann (Gary) Brotherton of NC, Johnnie Sue Head of Norcross, and Nancy (Jerry) Woods of Suches; two brothers, Bobby (Sis) Jarrard of Hiawassee, and Tommy (Shirley) Jarrard of Hiawassee; sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws, Jean Davis of Mayday, Eloise (Frank) Helton of Mayday, Gail (Dee Dee) Fussel of Valdosta, Edward Maine of Valdosta, Bobby Maine of Valdosta, Sandy (Frank) Riefel of Dallas, Bonnie (Bud) Lowery of Dallas, Janet (Allen) McDowel of Dallas, and Margie (Bucky) Davis of Dallas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Jarrard were held Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at Statenville Baptist Church. Interment followed at Statenville Cemetery. McLane Lakewood Funeral Home of Lake Park served the Jarrard family.

JARRARD, Lisa Jarrard (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, May 18, 2011) Lisa Jarrard, 48, of Statenville, died on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital following a sudden illness. She was born in Valdosta on March 17, 1963 and has been a lifelong resident of this area. She had worked for over 20 years with Bayliner and Regal Marine and she was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her brother, John Jarrard; a niece, Cassandra Jarrard; a nephew, Frankie Jarrard all of Statenville; aunts, Janie Peters and Frances Jarrard both of Statenville; uncles and aunts, Bobby and Sis Jarrard of Hiawassee, GA and Tommy and Shirley Jarrard also of Hiawassee; aunts and uncles, Betty Ann and Gary Brotherton of North Carolina, Nancy and Jerry Woods of Suches, GA, Johnnie Sue Head of Norcross, GA, Homer Jarrard of Florida; and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Preston and Velma Ray Jarrard and an uncle, Cecil Jarrard. Services for Lisa Jarrard were held Sunday, May 8, 2011 in the chapel of the McLane Lakewood Funeral Home in Lake Park. Burial followed in the Statenville Cemetery.

JARRELL, Brenda Leigh Jarrell (Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 15 March 2021) Mrs. Brenda Leigh Jarrell, age 64, of Mayo, FL, passed away March 15, 2021 at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, FL following an extended illness. Brenda was born Feb. 2, 1957 in Brookville, PA, to Walter Leroy Becker and Margaret Pyler Becker. She was a graduate of Brookville Area Senior High School. She met her husband Harry Jarrell in Deland, FL and they eventually married in Mayo and started their family. They owned and operated Lafayette Paint and Body shop for several years until Harry’s death. Brenda then worked with Lafayette Health Care as a Dietary Aid. In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by; her parents, Walter and Margaret Becker; and her husband, Harry Jarrell. She is survived by; 2 sons, Mark Hofstetter Jr., of Brookville, PA, and Steve Hofstetter, of Corpus Christi, TX; 1 daughter, Alicia Jarrell, of Mayo; 3 brothers, Howard, Ben, and Wally Becker; 4 sisters, Anna Davis, Peggy, Denmark, Shirley Twilliger, and Ginger Donchi; 14 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo. An inurnment will take place in Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

JARRELL, Larry Eugene Jarrell (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 1 February 2017) Larry Eugene Jarrell, age 77, passed away on February 1, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family, in Mayo, FL. Larry was born January 6, 1940 in Whitesville, WV to Glennie Ernest Jarrell and Eva Lucille Keyes Jarrell. Larry honorably served our country in the United States Air Force. Mr. Jarrell was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the Mayo Baptist Church, in which he 49 and Sue served in the choir for 43 years. Larry worked as an Engineer with Lockheed Martin/NASA, working on the Titan IV rocket program used by the Air Force at Cape Canaveral, retiring after 35 years. He was a lifetime member of NRA, and in his spare time he enjoyed gardening and being in the outdoors. Larry loved being with his grandchildren. Larry was preceded in death by his parents Glennie Ernest Jarrell and Eva Lucille Keyes Jarrell, and his brother Harry Jarrell. Mr. Jarrell is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mrs. Sue Jarrell; his children, Shirl (Jaime) Aubright, Vickie (Timmy) McNutt, Melinda Dickinson, and Larry Glenn (Linnette) Jarrell; his sister Deltine (John) Beeler, and a brother Harold Lee Jarrell; 10 grandchildren, Joshua Irvin, James Aubright, Christopher Aubright, Jonathan Jarrell, Ashley Jarrell, Jamie Hein, Krista Johnson, Megan Jarrell, Hunter Dickinson, and Leah Jarrell, 9 great grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Sunday, February 5, 2017 at Mayo Baptist Church. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers you may make donations to the Mayo Baptist Church building fund. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Mayo.

JARRETT, Billie Sue Jarrett (Abstracted from the 11 October 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Billie Sue Jarrett, age 81 of Pearson, GA, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2016, at her home following an extended illness. A native of Berrien County, Mrs. Jarrett was born April l0, l935, daughter of Willis and Mattie Vickers Horton. She made her home in Willacoochee for most of her life. She worked for many years as a supervisor at Sparkstone Co. and Chaparral Boat Company. After retiring she enjoyed being a homemaker and taking care of her dogs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Jarrett; daughter, Jeri Sue Jarrett; son Randy Jarrett; and granddaughter, Nikki Jones. Survivors include son, Larry Mosher of Pearson, GA; two daughters, Vickie (Herman) Lewis of Willacoochee, GA, and Pollyanna (Michael) Davis of Douglas, GA; 11 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. Jarrett were Tuesday, October 4, 2016, at Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA. The internment followed in St. Luke Cemetery in Berrien County. Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, Ga., was in charge of the arrangements.

JARRETT, Jeri Sue Jarrett (Abstracted from the 6 September 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Jeri Sue Jarrett, age 49 of Willacoochee, GA, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2016, at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA, following an extended illness. A native of Winston Salem, NC, Ms. Jarrett was born January 27, l967, daughter of Oscar Wiley and Billie Sue Horton Jarrett. She made her home in the Willacoochee area for most of her life and was a homemaker. Survivors include her mother, Billie Sue Jarrett of Pearson, GA; son, John Pond of Willacoochee, GA; daughter, Kristy Thomas of Willacoochee, GA; brother, Larry Mosher of Pearson, GA; two sisters, Vicki (Herman) Lewis of Willacoochee, GA, and Pollyanna (Michael) Davis of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services for Ms. Jarrett were Wednesday, August 24, 20l6, at Relihan Funeral Home. The interment followed in the St. Luke Cemetery in Berrien County. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA, was in charge of the arrangements.

JARRIEL, Edward Jarriel, Sr. (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida November 10, 2011) Moultrie GA: Edward Jarriel, Sr., age 84, from Pinetta, FL, died at his home in Trenton, GA, Thursday November 10, 2011. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday, November 14, 2011 at Pinetta First Baptist Church, with burial at Mt. Horeb Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 – 5 PM at Beggs Funeral Home Madison Chapel. He was a member of Pinetta First Baptist Church in Pinetta, FL. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Mary Jarriel of Pinetta; Son: Edward Jarriel, Jr., of Crawfordville, GA; 2 daughters: Peggy Reese of Tampa, FL, and Vanessa Holland of Trenton, GA; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 sister: Hazel Lanier of Statesboro, GA; and several nieces and nephews.

JARVIS, Annie Holton Jarvis (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 3, 1971) Annie Holton Jarvis, age 90, passed away Thursday in the hospital in Madison after an extended illness. She was born in Brooks County, GA, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Holton. She was married to William Cwvin (THIS IS WHAT THE ORIGINAL OBIT SAYS) Jarvis who preceded her in death in 1948. She was the oldest living member of Concord Baptist Church. Survivors are 1 daughter, Mrs. Maggie Wynn of Greenville; 4 sons, Homer Jarvis, Dee Jarvis and J.. C. Jarvis, all three of Greenville; and Tom Jarvis of Jacksonville; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild; 2 nieces whom she raised; Mrs. Becky Smith of Madison and Mrs. Lucille Shackelford of Jacksonville; and a number of other nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Saturday November 27, 1971 in Concord Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

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Elmer’s note: According to a tombstone in Concord Cemetery, William’s actual name was William Calvin Jarvis. He died February 8, 1948. Annie is buried next to him and from her tombstone we learn that she was born November 15, 1881.

JARVIS, Dorothy Martell Jarvis (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 7, 1945) On Tuesday August 28th, 1945, the death angel visited the home of Mr. Clarence L. Jarvis of 3244 N. W. 11th Avenue, Miami, FL and bore away the gentle spirit of his loving wife, Dorothy Martell. Mrs. Jarvis, a native of Texas, and Mr., Jarvis of Madison, were married November 29th, 1927, in Miami, and had made their home there since. She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband and son, Don L., age 9 years, and four sisters, Mrs. T. L. Wood of Longview, TX; Mrs. Edna Borsari, Mrs. Marie Messina, and Mrs. Mabel Parrish, of Miami. Mrs. J. Roy Lane, a sister-in-law, of Quitman, was with her at the time of death. Mrs. Jarvis had been ill for several years.

JARVIS, Mrs. James Jarvis (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 6, 1936) Mrs. James Jarvis, aged 88 years, died Monday, November 2, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Homer Sales of Cherry Lake. Funeral services were held at Concord Church Tuesday morning.

JARVIS, Mrs. John D. Jarvis (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 9, 1938) Mrs. John D. Jarvis, prominent and beloved in the Lovett community, passed away at her home there last Friday following a few days illness. Mrs. Jarvis, prior to her marriage to Mr. John D. Jarvis, was Miss Sallie Renfroe, daughter of the late Riley and Eliza Hiers Renfroe, a prominent Quitman, GA family. She was born near Quitman 80 years ago. Her husband preceded her in death about nine years. Survivors are two sisters, Miss Lucretia Renfroe, who resides at the Jarvis home near Lamont, and Mrs. J. M. Stallings of Pavo, and two brothers, Mr. R. R. Renfroe of Quitman, and Mrs. D. J. Renfroe of Thomasville, GA. Mrs. T. C. Coody of Madison is a niece of the deceased. Funeral services were held Saturday at the Primitive Baptist Church at Barwick, GA

JARVIS, Loretta Barker Jarvis (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida August 25, 2011) Loretta Barker Jarvis, 75, a resident of Wellborn, FL passed away early Tuesday morning, August 23, 2011 at The Health Center of Lake City, FL after an extended illness. She was born in Madison, FL April 29, 1936. She moved from Madison, FL to Lake City, FL in 1959 and later moved to Wellborn, FL in 1963 and had been a resident there for 48 years. She was the daughter of the late Emory and Helen Barker. She was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and foster mother. She loved to sew, read, travel and spend time with her family. She was an excellent cook and loved to serve big meals to her family & friends. Everyone loved her coconut cake. She held several jobs outside the home. In the late seventies she started providing childcare in her home until 1991 when she retired. She and her husband are still referred to as Granny and Papa Jarvis by several of them. She and her husband were foster parents from 1967 until 1978. During this time they provided a loving home and care to approximately 35 children of whom several continue to be an extended part of their family. Caring for children was her passion. She was a Christian and a member of Wellborn Baptist Church for 48 years. During this time she volunteered for many positions in the church. She was Sunday School Director, Vacation Bible School Director, Nursery worker for the bed babies as well as Sunday School Teacher and Awana Worker. She received her 10 year Awana pin for leader of the Sparky Club. She and her husband were trained in disaster relief through the Florida Baptist Convention. They participated in several relief missions in South Florida after hurricanes in 2004 & 2005. She worked with the meal programs. She also participated in the Suwannee Baptist Association mission trips in 2006 & 2007 to West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her daughter Debra Jarvis Hutto and her brother Howard Barker. Survivors include her loving husband of almost 57 years, Walter Pasco Jarvis of Wellborn, FL; son, Wendell Scott Jarvis of Wellborn, FL; daughters, Suellen Jarvis Skinner(Ronnie) and Lori Jarvis Mercer(Leroy)of Live Oak, FL; Tracy Jarvis Osburn (Jeff) of Lake City, FL. and her extended family of foster children; Linda Batten Schmidt (Richard) of Macclenny, FL; Velma Batten Spruell (Jim) of Gresham, OR; Brenda Johnson Bagan (Toby) of Lake City, FL; Brian Johnson of St. Augustine, FL and Bruce Johnson of Layton, UT; two sisters, Ann Barker Brooks of Greenville, FL and Joan Barker Johnson (Frank) of Navarre, FL. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 9 great- grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Friday, August 25, 2011 at the Wellborn Baptist Church. Interment will follow at 2:30 pm in the Concord Baptist Cemetery, Madison, FL. Visitation will be held 6 to 8 pm Thursday evening at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers family wishes donations to the Children’s Ministry at Wellborn Baptist Church.

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(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 30, 1959) Funeral services for Mrs. Pearl Jarvis, age 66, who died Friday in Orlando, were held Monday in Fairchild Chapel, Orlando and interment was in Holland memory Gardens Cemetery. Mrs. Jarvis was born in Louisiana and move to Orlando twelve years ago from Jacksonville. Survivors include two sons, James Jarvis, of Orlando and Arthur L. Jarvis, of Tampa; and a sister, Mrs. Mary Davis, of Tampa. Mrs. Jarvis was a resident of Madison County a number of years.

JARVIS, Walter J. Jarvis (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 1, 1962) Walter J. Jarvis, age 83, of Cherry Lake, a lifelong resident of Madison County, passed away Monday at the local hospital after an illness of three weeks. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Jarvis, pioneer residents of the county. He was a retired farmer. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Eunice M. Jarvis, of Cherry Lake; one son, Warren T. Jarvis, of Perry; two daughters, Mrs. S. E. DuVal, of Cherry Lake and Mrs. Richard Outman, of Winter Park; fifteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren; one brother, S. T. Jarvis, of Lovett; three sisters, Mrs. S. T. Surles, of Cherry Lake; Mrs. O. H. Horne, of Madison; and Mrs. Zack Sutton, of Andalusia, AL and other relatives. Funeral services were held Wednesday May 30th at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Pallbearers were grandsons: Billy Jarvis, Jim Massey, Laurie DuVal, Duwayne DuVal, Bobby Rye and Ed Rye.

JARVIS, William Calvin Jarvis (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 13, 1948) William Calvin Jarvis, age 74 years, died Sunday at his home at Lovett, following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Monday morning at the graveside at Concord Cemetery where interment was made. Survivors are his widow Mrs. Annie Holton Jarvis, one daughter, Mrs. Bailey Wynn; sons, Homer, Dee, and J. C. Jarvis, all of Madison, and Tom Jarvis of Jacksonville; three sisters, Mrs. Rebecca Wade, of Madison; Mrs. Ed Price and Mrs. George Wiggins, of Jacksonville; two nieces, Mrs. W. B. Beau and Mrs. Lee Smith, of Atlanta. Mr. Jarvis was born in Madison County in 1873 and lived his entire life in the Lovett community

JAUS, Harold Henry Jaus (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 7 June 2016) CHARLOTTE, NC - Harold Henry Jaus, age 73, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, November 1, 2015, with his family at his side. Hal was born June 2, 1942 in Niagara Falls, NY, to the late Frederic Hale Jaus and Leona Nellie Sherlock Jaus. Hal grew up in Lewiston, NY. He attended Florida State University on a baseball scholarship, graduating in 1964 with a BS in biology and then a MEd in science education. He began his long career as an outstanding teacher at North Florida Junior College in Madison, FL where he was a science instructor and assistant baseball coach 1966-1970. Hal earned a doctorate in science education at Indiana University in 1973, where he was honored with the outstanding graduate assistant teaching award. At Purdue University 1973-1986, Hal rose to the rank of Associate Professor in the field of science education and received the MCL Excellence in Teaching Award. The National Association for the Education of Teachers of Science named him the Outstanding Science Educator of 1978. Hal joined the faculty at UNC Charlotte in 1986, where he continued to exhibit his love of teaching and dedication to preparing effective science teachers. Hal was recognized as a finalist for the Bank of America Excellence in Teaching Award in 2004, 2007, and 2012. He served as department chair, worked with schools throughout the region, served as a sponsor of the Teaching Fellows program, and was a devoted faculty advisor to many students. Although Hal retired as Professor Emeritus in 2012, many of his former students continue to attest to his positive influence on them. Hal loved many things in addition to teaching - his dear daughters, his sweet grandchildren, and traveling with Vicki. He wanted to return to Maine, Paris, Germany, Quebec, and Blowing Rock. He spent time observing the birds, reading, watching the St. Louis Cardinals and old movies; he liked cats, crossword puzzles, sport car convertibles, history of the Greeks, Romans and the Middle Ages, Johnny Mathis, and sweaters. He was a quick wit and a good man. Hal is survived by his wife of 47 years Victoria Page Jaus, daughters Jennifer Page Jaus and Margaret Nell Jaus (Benjamin) Baldwin; two grandchildren, Miller Jaus Baldwin and Margaret Blythe Baldwin all of Charlotte; 1 sister Glenna Jaus Andrews of Mt. Dora, FL; 1 brother Fredric Stephen Jaus of Green Valley, AZ; and 3 nephews Scott Andrews, Kirk Andrews, and Stephen Jaus. A memorial service to honor his life will be Thursday at Sardis Presbyterian Church, 6100 Sardis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28270 in the sanctuary. Hal's love and spirit will continue with us while his body will serve medical research. Memorials may be made to the College of Education, UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd. Charlotte NC 28223 or the Carolinas Transplant Center Fund, 1221 East Morehead St. Charlotte, NC 28204 or to the charity of your choice.

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James Reavis “Jimmy” Jeffers, age 65, of Patterson, died Saturday (July 1, 2017) at St. Vincent’s Medical Center Riverside following a short illness. A Waycross native, he was born Aug. 24, 1951 to the late William Henry Jeffers and Dorothy Deen Jeffers Harris. He lived many years in Ware County before moving to Pierce County in 2006. He was retired as the superintendent for the Ware County Public Works Department following 22 years of service. He enjoyed music and singing, having been the lead singer and guitarist for his former band, Kountry Knights. He was of the Pentecostal faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Johnny Jeffers. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Liz Simpson Jeffers of Patterson; two daughters, Jennifer Gordon (Randy Clotfelter) of Baxley, and Jessyka (Bo) Scurry of Waycross; six grandchildren, Brittny Gordon of Waycross, Brooke Gordon of Valdosta, and Skyler, Gracie, Jenna and Rock Scurry all of Waycross; his sister, Becky (Paul) Hayes of Blackshear; his brother, Billy (Debra) Jeffers of Blackshear; extended family, Sam Gordon and his children, Kaitlyn Griffin, Sarah Gordon, Molly Gordon and Luke Waters; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will take place Tuesday at Hart Funeral Home. A private burial will take place at a later date. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JEFFERS, Walter Lee Jeffers (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 17, 2006) Walter Lee Jeffers, 90, of Thomasville, died Sunday, (Oct. 15, 2006) at Presbyterian Home in Quitman. He was born July 28, 1916, in Hopkins, Ga., son of the late Henry Hollis Jeffers and the late Georgia Moody Jeffers. He married Juanelle Belote Jeffers in Folkston on Dec. 7, 1945. He was a retired electrician with General Electric. He served in the U.S. Army as a combat engineer and was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Survivors include his wife, Juanelle B. Jeffers, of Thomasville; one son, Kenneth Lee Jeffers, of Phoenix, Ariz.; one brother, Henry Hollis Jeffers Jr.; one sister, Bernadine Herrin, of Waycross. Mass of Christian burial was scheduled for 11 a.m. today at St. Augustine Catholic Church with the Rev. Jacek Szuster presiding. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens in Pelham. Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home of Thomasville was in charge of arrangements.

JEFFERSON, Benjamin Jefferson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 8 September 2020) Benjamin Jefferson was born in Apalachicola, FL on April 23, 1946. He was the son of Horace Jefferson, Jr. and Daisy Mae Harris Jefferson. Benjamin’s parents, as well as his siblings, Homer Jefferson, Horace Jefferson, Jr., Timothy Jefferson and Joyce Jefferson, all preceded him in death. As a child, Benjamin grew up in his native Apalachicola. He attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Church where he was confirmed. He attended the all-black Quinn High School. After high school, Benjamin, unlike most of his classmates and friends, opted to remain in Apalachicola. He would often say, “I’ve gotta stay here, the elderly needs someone to help and look out for them and I’ve gotta be the one to do it!” Benjamin lived by what he said and as a trained painter and general handyman, he would often perform home improvements at no cost. Benjamin attended the Manpower Program at Florida A&M University where he earned certification as a painter. He retired as a Custodian Supervisor with the Franklin County School System. He also retired from the City of Apalachicola as a bus driver for inmate transport. After his full-time job(s), Benjamin painted homes, churches and businesses throughout Franklin County. Because of his neatness and attention to details, he was highly sought after. The past few years were challenging times for Benjamin. His health was in a constant state of decline, causing him to be confined to residential managed care. On Tuesday, September 8, 2020, Benjamin, at age 74, went Home to be with the Lord. His love and legacy will be treasured forever by his wife: Eva Mae Myers Jefferson of St. Marys, GA; son: Charles A. (Wendy) Barfield, Esq. and their sons, Claude and Jeffrey, all of Longwood, FL; daughter / caregiver: Carol Barfield; sister: Mary (Billy O.) Cawthon, all of Apalachicola, FL; brothers: William Key and Robert Key, both of Apalachicola, FL and Larry Jefferson of Port Arthur, TX; special nephew: Otis (Natalie) Booth of Tallahassee, FL; and a host of other loving relatives.

JEFFERSON, Irene Moore Jefferson (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Irene Moore Jefferson, age 64, of Jasper, FL passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL after a lengthy illness. She was born on September 27, 1949 in Naylor, GA to the late Rossie Lee and Betty (Griner) Moore. She worked as a server for over 30 years in several local restaurants and most recently IHOP. She also worked at Big B Dry Cleaners on Patterson Street for several years. She was preceded in death by her two sisters, Aline Dennis and Christine Hughes. Her survivors include her 2 daughters & sons-in-law, Nikki (Brett) Selph of Jasper, FL; Stephanie (Marty) McCranie of Adel, GA; 2 grandsons, Chad Smith & Brad Smith; great-grandson, Colton Smith; sisters & brother-in-law, Jean (Ronald) Bennett of Dasher, GA; Florine Carter of Dasher, GA; and a number of nieces & nephews. A graveside service will be Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at Good Hope Cemetery in Naylor, GA. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Jefferson family.

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JEFFERSON, John Jefferson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 29 November 2020) John Jefferson was the son of Richard and Eva Graham Jefferson. John was born in Leon County (Tallahassee), Florida on February 22, 1934. John was one of ten children born to Richard and Eva’s union. Of the ten, William, Julius, Thomas and Bainwood Jefferson, Florene Jefferson Robinson, Louise Jefferson Deas and Malissie Jefferson Reynolds, all preceded John to Glory. He also was predeceased by both of his parents. John, who was lovingly known as, “Darwee”, grew up in eastern Leon County where he attended the-then public schools in the area. He would later move to Tampa, FL where he worked as a maintenance technician for the City of Tampa. After the passing of his beloved wife, Fannie, he would return to his native Tallahassee where he began a second career at Florida State University. There, he also worked in building maintenance. Having been raised in a staunch Christian environment, “Darwee” never strayed far from his religion upbringing. Upon returning to Tallahassee, he joined Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church where he served faithfully with his health precluded his attendance. On Sunday, November 29, 2020, while at Miracle Hill Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tallahassee, Brother John “Darwee” Jefferson went Home to be with the Lord. His love and legacy will be cherished forever by his brother: Dennis Jefferson of Tallahassee, FL; sister: Pinkie Jefferson of Miami, FL; special nephew / caregiver: Richard “Rick” Jefferson of Tallahassee, FL; along with several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JEFFERSON, John B. Jefferson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 31 May 2016) John B. Jefferson, age 73, of Valdosta, GA passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on November 29, 1942 in Quitman, GA to the late Joe Brown and Mary Nannie (Hemmings) Jefferson. He retired after serving over 22 years in the United States Army. Mr. Jefferson loved fishing, camping and was a computer wiz. His survivors include 1 sister, Tiffany Mayden of Valdosta, GA; 3 nephews, Victor Sellers of Valdosta, GA, Vance Sellers of Conway, SC, Robert Mayden of Evansville, IN; and a number of great nieces and nephews. As per his wishes he will be cremated and be interred in the Arlington National Cemetery. Music Funeral Services/Azalea Crematory is serving the Jefferson family.

JEFFERSON, Lindsey Jirod Jefferson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 15 March 2020) Lindsey Jirod Jefferson was born Nov. 16, 1979 in Tallahassee, FL. He attended the Leon County public schools and Lively Vocational and Technical Center. He was converted and baptized July 6, 1986 and joined Glendale Bible Baptist Church, Immokalee, FL. Lindsey loved his family, especially his children and was extremely proud of the young ladies his girls have become. On Sunday, March 15, 2020, Lindsey unexpectedly went Home to be with the Lord. He leaves to cherish his love and precious memories his one son: Lindsey Jefferson, Jr. of St. Louis, MO; five daughters: Ariel Ja’Niaya and Zi’onna Jefferson, all of Tallahassee, FL, Tori Jefferson, St. Louis, MO and Cyriah Jefferson of Atlanta, GA; parents: Bobbie (Lymus) Jefferson and Roosevelt (Vera) McNeil, both of Monticello, FL; grandmother: Irene Martin of Immokalee, FL; brothers: Terry Jefferson, Sr., Monticello, FL and Edrick Richardson of Herndon, FL; sisters: Sonya Knight, Tallahassee, FL and Andrea McNeil of Marianna, FL; uncles: Amos (Gail) Roberts and Gary Roberts, both of Immokalee, FL, M. C. Williams, Beaufort, SC, Reginald (Takaya) Jefferson and Vashon Jefferson, both of Tampa, FL; aunts: Emma Roberts, Immokalee, FL, Silvia Roberts, St. Augustine, FL, Cassandra (Eugene) Forbes, Candace (Julius) Ardley, Tallahassee, FL and Majetta Jefferson of Monticello, FL; along with a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Lindsey was preceded in death by his grandparents, great grandparents, great aunts and great uncles.

JEFFERSON, Martha Dean Smith Jefferson (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 14 September 2020) Martha Dean Smith Jefferson, age 79 of Valdosta and formerly of Dothan, AL, died at her home on Thursday, September 10, 2020. Born on October 4, 1940, a daughter of the late WM “Bill” and Lillian Long Smith, Martha worked for GTE / Verizon, General Telephone Company for 33 years while living in Dothan. An active member of Central Avenue Church of Christ, she was also a member of the Quota Club and the Business and Professional Women. Martha is survived by her sisters and brothers in law, Lavelle Wisenbaker of Valdosta, GA, Betty Sue and Hub Gregory of Leesburg, GA, brothers and sisters in law, Hubert Harold and Verna Smith of Donalsonville, GA, Herbert and Faye Smith of Valdosta, GA, Derrel and Gail Smith of Palatka, FL, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean Jefferson; sister, Quinelle Davis and a brother, William Smith. Funeral services will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. The burial will take place at the McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens.

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(Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 4 December 2020) Thomas Jefferson, Jr. was born on October 12, 1950, in Sneads, FL to the now-late Lillie Bell Jefferson and Thomas Jefferson, Sr. The second of eight children, he joined Jacob Chapel Baptist Church at an early age, and was lifelong member, active until an extended illness. He received his education from Leon County Public Schools and was a graduate of Lively Technical College. Like his parents, throughout his life, he exhibited a strong work ethic and took great pride in his work. He worked in Food Services at Florida State University, and later served in the Leon County Food Services Division, from which he retired. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking and music. He appreciated all genres, from gospel and reggae, to smooth R & B classics. His family’s quintessential soul food chef and Master Fish Fryer, no one in the world could do it quite like him. He often prepared the culinary specialty for family gatherings, and each of his seafood recipes brought smiles to the faces (and tastebuds) of all who savored the warm, golden, and delicious goodness. Above all, Thomas loved God and he loved his family. He valued the time spent with them, especially his children and grandchildren, whom he simply adored. To cherish his memory always, Thomas leaves his children: Cody Sterling (Dorothy) Jefferson, Eric Jefferson, David Jefferson, Sr., Cedric Jefferson, Jeremy Jefferson, Jada Jefferson and Ashley Jefferson (Khevin); grandchildren: Carter Thomas Jefferson, Amelia Khelsii Jefferson, Jeremy Jefferson, Jr., Javen Jefferson, Denim Daniels, Kharter Jackson, Jaidyn House, Justin Jefferson and David Jefferson, Jr.; siblings: Jimmie (Mary) Jefferson, Ed Micheal Jefferson, Maggie Jefferson-Allen, Lucinda Jefferson-Effiong, Diane Jefferson, Angela Jefferson, and Yolanda Jefferson; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JEFFERSON, Wade A. Jefferson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 9, 2005) Funeral for Wade A. Jefferson, 43, of DuPont, who died Thursday (Sept. 1, 2005), will be Saturday, 2 p.m., at Brown Chapel AME Church in Homerville. He was a native of Homerville where he attended public schools. His parents are Jackson and Ruby Mae Gore Jefferson, of DuPont. He was a member of St. Paul AME Church in Argyle. Survivors also include his wife, Mattie Marie Jenkins Jefferson, of DuPont; four daughters, Pontia Jefferson, of DuPont, Nicole Thomas, of Lakeland, Felica Cobb (Jermaine), of Argyle, and Elouise Magby, of Homerville; five sons, Jeremy Houston, of Atlanta, Steven Jefferson, of DuPont, Kylan Jefferson (Subrena), Shambrial Thomas and Jervis Thomas, all of Lakeland; two sisters, Jacqueline Brinson, of DuPont, and Beverly J. Townsend (Carl), of Atlanta; three brothers, Stanley Jefferson (Virginia), of DuPont, Billy Jefferson, of Seattle, Wash., and Lee Van Williams, of Mershon; 10 grandchildren (including one he raised, Cameron Williams); and a host of other relatives. Friends are being received at the Jefferson home on Woodyard Road, DuPont, and this evening from 7 to 8 at Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville. Burial will be in North Cemetery, DuPont.

JEFFERSON, Wade A. Jefferson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 3, 2005) Wade A. Jefferson, 43, of DuPont, died Thursday (Sept. 1, 2005) in Satilla Regional Medical Center after an illness. He was a native of Homerville where he attended public schools. His parents are Jackson and Ruby Mae Gore Jefferson, of DuPont. He was a member of St. Paul AME Church in Argyle. Survivors also include his wife, Mattie Marie Jenkins Jefferson, of DuPont; four daughters, Pontia Jefferson, of DuPont, Nicole Thomas, of Lakeland, Felica Cobb (Jermaine), of Argyle, and Elouise Magby, of Homerville; five sons, Jeremy Houston, of Atlanta, Steven Jefferson, of DuPont, Kylan Jefferson (Subrena), Shambrial Thomas and Jervis Thomas, all of Lakeland; two sisters, Jacqueline Brinson, of DuPont, and Beverly J. Townsend (Carl), of Atlanta; three brothers, Starley Jefferson (Virginia), of DuPont, Billy Jefferson, of Seattle, Wash., and Lee Van Williams, of Mershon; 10 grandhilcren (including one he raised, Cameron Williams); and a host of other relatives. Friends are being received at the Jefferson home on Woodyard Road, DuPont. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JEFFERSON, William Jefferson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 18, 1950) William Jefferson of Lamont, FL driving along on U S Highway 90 suffered a fatal heart attack about three miles west of Madison Monday afternoon. His car left the highway, plunged through a field and stopped on the railroad tracks nearby. Field hands flagged an approaching freight train before it reached the automobile. The train crew found Jefferson dead at the wheel. The body was sent to Lamont where services will be held Sunday.

JEFFERSON, Willis Jefferson Sr. – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 11 January 2021) August 10, 1938 - January 11, 2021

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(Abstracted from Joe Burns Funeral Home 19 November 2020) Teresa Ann Jeffrey, age 72, passed away on November 19, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. Teresa was born February 10, 1948 in Perry, FL to Frank Mincy and Juanita Duncan Mincy. Teresa was of the Baptist faith and worked as a heavy equipment operator, electrician, and as a mechanic for over 40 years. She loved the outdoors, fishing and riding in the woods was among her favorites things to do. Teresa was preceded in death by her parents Frank Mincy and Juanita Duncan Mincy. her step daughter Amber Jeffrey Hoover, one brother Jimmy Mincy and his wife Nancy, two sisters, Beatrice Sammoreski, and husband Al, and Jo Hudgens. Teresa is survived by her husband of 28 years Carl Jeffrey; and her daughter, Juanita Gipson-Sullivan and her husband Joe Sullivan, and step daughter Courtney Jeffrey. one brother Charles and his wife Marie Mincy; 5 grandchildren, Joanna Gregory, Tasha Morales Gipson, Amanda Whitt, Alisa Tyler, and Braden French. and 7 great-grandchildren as well as a host of nieces and nephews. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the charity of your choice. Memorial Services will be at the local union hall #1192 on Old Dixie Hwy. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JEFFORDS, Colin Quintillis Jeffords (Abstracted from the 7 September 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Colin Quintillis Jeffords passed away at his home Tuesday (Sept. 6, 2016). He was 91. Born Oct. 23, 1924 in Florence, SC, “Quinn” was the son of the late George Edward and Carrie Hall Jeffords. In spite of the Great Depression, he spent a happy childhood with his sister, Carolyn. Following graduation from Florence High School, he joined the U.S. Navy and served in the Atlantic and Pacific theaters during WWII. After his military service, he entered Clemson University and graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. He remained a loyal fan of the Clemson Tigers and especially enjoyed sporting his orange colors. Following college, he joined the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad (now CSX) where his grandfather, father and uncle preceded him. In all, the Jeffords’ family has more than 220 years of service with CSX and its predecessors. From the CSX facility in Waycross, he oversaw the railroad’s Maintenance of Way Department and worked to make track maintenance safe and efficient. In 1954, he married the beautiful Yvonne Jones and together they raised six children, Quinn Jr., Carla Vitez (Larry), Edward (Gina), Lawrence (Patricia), Susan Carter and William (Mary Beth); their nine grandchildren include Rebecca Jeffords, Melissa Carter, Lawrence Jeffords III, Jacob Jeffords, Natalie Vitez, Austin Jeffords, Rachel Jeffords, Celeste Vitez and Addison Jeffords. He was most of all a loving family man. He enjoyed his family and friends, enthusiastically sharing his love of jazz, coin collecting and the fruits of his gardening hobby. He was a talented mechanic and his backyard shop was the hub of the neighborhood where, under his supervision, many vehicles were resurrected. A service to celebrate his life will be Friday at the Music Funeral Home.

JEFFORDS, Harmon Van Jeffords Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 6, 2011) MIDWAY - Harmon Van Jeffords Jr., 66, passed away Sunday (Dec. 4, 2011) at his residence in Midway. He was born June 23, 1945 in Homerville to the late Harmon Van Jeffords Sr. and Vera Mae Joyce Jeffords. He was a retired truck driver and a member of the Shiners. He was preceded in death by one son, Daniel Burner, two sisters, Nelda Jeffords and Rose Mary Jeffords, and one brother, Bud Jeffords. Survivors are his wife, Sherry Davis Jeffords, Midway; four daughters, Debra Roof, Sharpsburg, Pam Griffin, Gilbert, SC, Crystal Jeffords Crowley, Gay, and Dana Lee Causey, Springfield; one son, Ken Bruner, Marlow; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Kathryn Rogers, Hahira, Jerrie and Clyde Gurley, Pearson, Lottie and Bruce Creech, Tampa, FL, and Ann and Billy Joe Graddy, Fargo; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Robbin and Marissa Jeffords, Washington, John Jeffords, Homerville, and Alan and Vicki Jeffords, Waycross; 14 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several other relatives. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Roundtree Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Arabia Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 6 until 8 p.m. at Roundtree Funeral Home. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Nancy N. and J. C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Candler Drive, Suite 204, Savannah, Ga. 30405. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JEFFORDS, Jean Garrett Jeffords (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 14, 2007) Jean Garrett Jeffords, a Waycross native who lived in Jacksonville, Fla. for many years, died Sunday (Feb. 4, 2007). She was born Feb. 8, 1921 in Waycross to the late Quillian Lemuel Garrett and Glenn Antoinette Allen Garrett. She graduated from Waycross High School. She received her bachelor of arts (Phi Beta Kappa) in 1942 and Master of Arts in political science (University Fellow) in 1944 from the University of Georgia. She was a member of Alpha Delta Phi Sorority. She was in the foreign service with the Department of State in Guatemala from 1945 to 1948. She was assistant to the dean of special and continuation studies at the University of Maryland from 1948 to 1949. She married Col. William Quintillus Jeffords Jr. in 1954. She later did graduate work at the School of City Planning at Georgia Tech, from 1963 to 1965. She was a principle planner with 56 the Jacksonville Area Planning Board from 1965 to 1974. She was planning director with the Central Florida Regional Planning Council from 1974 until the early 1980s. She worked at the Collier County Senior Services, as part of the management team, from 1984 to 1991, in Naples, Fla. She held membership in the American Institute of Planners and the American Society of Planning Officials. She was an expert in the field of urban planning, having written and published various treatises on this subject. She was listed in the World's Who's Who of Women, Who's Who in American Women and Who's Who in the South and Southwest. She was a beloved, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and great-aunt. She is survived by a son, Lawrence Garrett Jeffords; a daughter-in-law, Karen C. Jeffords; her grandchildren, Megan Jean Arliss Jeffords and William Quintillus Jeffords III; her sister, Emily Garrett Miller (James), of Jacksonville, Fla.; four nieces and nephews; and nine great-nieces and great- nephews. A memorial service will be held at St. Marks Episcopal Church, in Jacksonville, Fla. at 11 a.m. Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Marks Episcopal Church, 4129 Oxford Ave., Jacksonville, Fla. 32210 or the American Cancer Society, in honor of Jean Garrett Jeffords.

JEFFORDS, Mercer Lois Jeffords (Abstracted from the 1 April 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mercer Lois “Mert” Jeffords, age 72, died Tuesday (March 31, 2015) at Cook Medical Center in Adel after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross where she worked in the banking industry for several years at First National Bank. She was affiliated with the Baptist faith. “Mert,” as she was affectionately known, was the daughter of the late Foden Jeffords and Rowena Mercer Spikes Jeter. She was preceded in death by one sister, Judith Tyre. Survivors include 4 children, Charles F. (Andrea) Devane Jr., of Hot Springs, AR, Melissa (Jeff) Burgess, of Fitzgerald, Pamela L. (Scott) Dillard, of Adel, and Gregory (Brittany) Tyre, of Waycross; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Pat (Marvin) Garrard, of Watkinsville; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

JEFFORDS, Sarah Evelynn Jeffords (Abstracted from the 14 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) After a courageous battle with cancer, Sarah Evelynn Jeffords, age 26, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday (Sept. 12, 2018) at her in-laws’ residence in Waycross. She was born May 24, 1992 in Tampa, FL. She graduated from Brantley County High School in 2010. She was an employee of Southeast Georgia Health System, working in the office of Southeast Georgia Physician Associates-Obstetrics and Gynecology. She loved her job and she thought of her co-workers as a second family. Giving up was never an option for Sarah, until her last breath, she chose to face each battle with courage and faith in the Lord. Her positive attitude was evident in posts she wrote over the past several months, “I know I’m going to beat this one way or another — I have The Lord, my wonderful husband and a wonderful family who support me even when I feel I have reached rock bottom… I am so blessed in so many ways… I am stronger and braver than I ever thought I would ever have to be, but most importantly it has brought me so much closer to the Lord. We have a bond that can’t be broken and that is what I’m really thankful for.” She is survived by her devoted husband, Jacob Jeffords, of Waycross, her in-laws, Will and Mary Beth Jeffords, father, Steve Kilgore, mother, Krista Kilgore, brother, Stevie Kilgore (Amy), maternal grandmother, Joanne Aguero (Jesse), paternal grandmother, Barbara Kilgore, close cousins, Stacia Butler and Jason Gaglione, two nephews, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, John Gaglione. A service to celebrate her life will be Saturday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel in Waycross.

JEFFORDS, Vera Mae Jeffords (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 10, 2006) HOMERVILLE, Vera Mae Joyce Jeffords, 79, died Friday (July 7, 2006) at Lake Haven Nursing Home, Valdosta, following an extended illness. She was born March 29, 1927, in Clinch County to the late Alonza Joyce and Pearl Dame Joyce. She was a homemaker, worked 20 years at Standard Container and was a member of the Lighthouse Assembly of God. She was the widow of H.V. Jeffords and was preceded in death by two daughters, Nelda Jeffords Johnson and Rose Marie Jeffords; one son, James "Bud" Jeffords; one brother, A.J. Joyce; and two sisters, Mavis Mobley and Lonnie Joyce. Survivors include children, Van and Sherry Jeffords, of Midway, Kathryn Rogers, of Hahira, Jerrie and Clyde Gurley, of Pearson, Lottie and Bruce Creech, of Tampa, Fla., Robbin and Kim Jeffords, of Fort Lewis, Wash., Ann and Billy Joe Graddy, of Fargo, John Jeffords, of Homerville, and Alan and Vicki Jeffords, of Waycross; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Olivia Cason, of Homerville, and Marie and Ed Turk, of Blackshear; four sisters-in-law, Naomi Jeffords, Doris Stalvey and Orie Pittman, all of Homerville, and Evelyn Capan, of Jacksonville, Fla.; one brother-in-law, Lloyd Jeffords, of Moorhead, N.C., 16 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several other relatives. A funeral will be held this afternoon at 3 at Lighthouse Assembly of God. Burial will be in the Arabia Cemetery. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to the service. Roundtree Funeral Home of Homerville is serving the Jeffords family. 57

JEFFORDS, William G. Jeffords (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, February 5, 1903) Mr. William G. Jeffords, one of the old and among the best known citizens of Charleston, died at his home in that city on January 24th, as the result of a stroke of paralysis that came upon him early in the day. He was 78 years old, a Charlestonian by birth, and prominently identified with the city and its interests for more than half a century. He is survived by six children, one of whom, Mrs. B. N. Tucker, is a resident of Madison. The funeral took place in Charleston Monday and was of a character in keeping with the prominent place that Mr. Jeffords has occupied. No record was found of the burial

JEFFREY, Shirley Elizabeth Jeffrey (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Shirley Elizabeth Jeffrey, 68, of Perry, died Tuesday, February 19, 2013 in Perry, FL. Shirley was born January 15, 1945 in Perry, FL, to the late Lonzo and Frances (Swearingen) McCall. Mrs. Jeffrey was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Perry. She is survived by: her daughter Angie Torres of Miami, FL; son Carl Jeffrey (Teresa) of Perry; 4 grandchildren; 1 great- granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. Services will be Friday, February 22, 2013 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry. Memorial contributions can be made to Big Bend Hospice. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JELKS, Lathrop Jelks (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 26, 1956) Lathrop Jelks, age 74, 1780 NW 112TH Street, Miami, a retired railroad clerk and Miami resident for 23 years, died Sunday. He went to Miami in 1933 from Madison. Survivors are his wife Berta Glass Jelks; two brothers James Jelks, of Lakeland and Henley Jelks, of Venice, and a sister. Mr. Jelks was uncle to Carroll Blalock, Maury Blalock and Mrs. Emmaline Carpenter and brother-in-law to Fred Glass, all of Madison. Funeral services were Tuesday in the Bess Memorial Mortuary with burial in Flagler Cemetery.

JEMISON, Eva Williams Jemison (Abstracted from the 22 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Eva Williams Jemison, age 93, had a peaceful home going Sept. 9. She was the fourth child of Jack and Ethel Williams Sr., of Waycross. Eva graduated from Agnes Scott and joined her father’s newspaper, the Waycross Journal-Herald, as a society page writer. She moved to Memphis, TN, to teach at Miss Lee’s School of Childhood, run by her Aunt Eva, on Peabody Street. Eva met and married Bill Jemison of Memphis. They had three children and more than 60 wonderful years of marriage. Eva loved the Lord Jesus Christ, her family and serving in a variety of organizations. Involvements included Les Passees, the Founding President of Parkdale Garden Club, president of The Fine Arts Club, deacon and president of the Women of the Church at Lindenwood Christian, member of Second Presbyterian Church, an early member of the Emmaus Community, and being a nationally certified flower judge. She was famous for gifts and bouquets from her garden. Eva will be remembered best for her sweet and gracious demeanor and sparkling countenance, which led many to proclaim her “the Sweetheart of the Village at Germantown!” Eva was predeceased by husband, Bill, and her siblings, Jack Williams Jr. (Margaret) of Waycross, Ruth Lines (Julian), of New York, NY, Betty Mayo (Charlie), of Waycross; and in-laws, Frank Jemison, Dr. Jack Jemison (Jan) and Bob Thierman of Memphis. She leaves behind her children, Lee McFarlane (Graham), Bill Jemison (Julie), and Gay Rhodes (Mike); and her dear sisters-in-law, Peggy Jemison Bodine and Joy Thierman Nichols (Sam). She had eight grandchildren, Joshua, Ben and Sam McFarlane, Bill, David and George Jemison, Michael Rhodes and Katie Davidson. Eva also had 12 adorable great- grandchildren, and 14 amazing nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jemison’s funeral was Sept. 13 at Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis. Interment followed at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials should be sent to Second Presbyterian Church. Memphis, World Missions, or Community Bible Church of Cutoff, LA.

JEMISON, William D. Jemison Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald March 14, 2008) William Dearing Jemison Jr., 89, died at his home surrounded by his family Wednesday (March 12, 2008) at 11 a.m. He was active in real estate, home building and Holiday Inns. He served as president of W.D. Jemison and Sons, president of Home Builders Association of Memphis and national director for seven years. He served as vice president of the Memphis Board of Realtors. He was a member of the Sportsman Pilot Association, Young Presidents Organization and a long time member of the Memphis Rotary Club. He was on the executive committee of the Chamber of Commerce and Future Memphis. He was a member of the Memphis and Shelby County Planning Commission. He attended Southwestern College (Rhodes) and graduated from 58

Mississippi State College with a BS in business. He was a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity. In January 1942, he enlisted in the Army and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant. He was stationed in Guam and Okinawa as a signal corp officer and was discharged as a Major in the reserve. He was a very committed Christian who was actively involved in a variety of ministries. At Lindenwood Christian Church he taught Sunday school to both teenagers and adults for 50 years. He was a life elder there, served as board chairman and sang in the choir. He also was a lay leader in the Emmaus Community and a Community Bible Study leader. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was happily married to his wife, Eva Lee Williams, of Waycross, for 60 years. Mrs. Jemison said that her husband had the sweetest disposition of anyone she had ever known. He was highly respected and greatly adored by his family and all who knew him. His pride and joy were his three children, Lee McFarlane (Graham), of Dallas, Texas, Dr. William D. Jemison III, of Cut Off, La., and Gay Rhodes (Mike), of Memphis; seven grandsons, Joshua, Ben, Sam, Bill IV, David, George and Michael; one granddaughter, Katie; and three great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 Friday evening at Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis, Tenn. The funeral will be at 12 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The family requests that all memorials be sent to Truth Seekers Fellowship, or the Church Health Center at Lindenwood Christian Church.

JENKINS, Alberta H. Jenkins (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 16, 2005) HOMERVILLE — Funeral for Alberta H. Jenkins, who died Sunday morning (Sept. 11, 2005) at Clinch Memorial Hospital, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church in Homerville with the Rev. Howard Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 this evening at Fluker Funeral Home in Homerville. She was a native of Valdosta bur grew up in Homerville. Her parents were the late Jake Harmon and Bernice Harmon Atwood. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roosevelt Jenkins. Survivors include four sons, Willie Mathis of Boston, Mass., Dellil Carter (Pearline) and Dennis Jenkins (Donna), both of Homerville, and Ulic Cooper (Henrietta) of Clinton, Md.; three daughters, Juanita Meriweather (Lee), Rona Jean Cooper (Albert) and Emma Bess (Lonzo), all of Homerville; a sister, Willie B. Sharpe of Jacksonville, Fla.; one sister- in-law, Ann S. Harmon of Jacksonville, Fla.; and several grandchildren and other relatives.

JENKINS, Alzenia Glaster Jenkins (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, October 17, 2012) Mrs. Alzenia Glaster Jenkins, 71, passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2012, in the South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. Mrs. Jenkins was born April 11, 1941, in Lanier County, to the late Agilee Gloster and Mabel Daniels Gloster. She was a homemaker and a member of the St. Paul AME Church, Argyle, GA, where she served on the Mother Board and Missionary Board for 18 years. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Latrelle Gilyard and a great-great-grandson, Jaz’lynn Gainey. She leaves to morn her death her lifelong partner and husband of 53 years, Daniel Jenkins of Homerville; two daughters, Mrs. Mattie Jefferson of Argyle and Zenith Jenkins of Homerville; four sons and daughters-in-law, Cleo and Tina Jenkins, Gene and Raylene Jenskins, Roy and Wanda Jenkins all of Lakeland, Rodriquze and Kristal Gloster of Homerville; five sisters and brothers-in-law, Virginia Gloster, Mildred and Damon Gloster all of Lakeland, Daisy and Marvin Miller of St. Petersburg, FL, Mary and Nathaniel Lee, Vera Jean and Raymond Powell all of Waycross; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Johnnie and Lydia Gloster of Vero Beach, FL, George and Margaret Gloster of Valdosta; 25 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives. Funeral services for Mrs. Jenkins were held Saturday, October 6, 2012 at the Cornerstone Baptist Church. Interment was in the Lovejoy Cemetery, Lakeland. Roundtree Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JENKINS, Becky Jenkins (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, September 18, 1902) Becky Jenkins suffered a stroke of apoplexy and was immediately taken to her home where she died Wednesday night without having spoken a word. Her husband, Mose Jenkins, has the sympathy of all our people. No record was found of the burial

JENKINS, Cora May Jenkins (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, April 14, 1904) At the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Jenkins in this county on March 31st, little Cora May Jenkins died, age seven years, two months and a few days. Six weeks ago she was stricken with fever in its worst form, suffering intensely at times but bore it heroically, and it was thought that she might be the victor in the struggle, but even while we hoped and prayed that Heaven would stare us our treasure, the death angel was hovering near, and on Thursday March 31st, at five o’clock a. m., her spirit left us. She was the youngest child, and of course, the idol of the family. She leaves a father, mother, a sister, two

59 brothers and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her untimely demise. She was an unusually bright and winsome child, and her innocent smile and pleasant ways will ever linger in our memories. The body was interred at Macedonia Cemetery. In the Madison County Cemetery listings for Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery we find a Cora May Jenkins, daughter of T. J. & M. E. Jenkins, born 26 Jan 1897, died 31 Mar 1904.

JENKINS, Carnell Melvin Jenkins (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 30, 2012) PATTERSON — The funeral for Carnell Melvin Jenkins, 71, of Patterson, will be held Saturday, 11 a.m., at Waycross Primitive Baptist Church, 107 Linden Drive, Waycross. Burial will take place in Gethsemane Cemetery, Patterson. Visitation will be Friday from 6 until 8 p.m. at Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Blackshear. He was born May 25, 1941 in Patterson to the late Jessie Mae Jenkins and Phennoy Jenkins Sr. He died Tuesday (Aug. 21, 2012) at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. He was educated in the Pierce County School System. At an early age, he moved to Miami, Fla., where he attended the Dorsey Skill center and he took up a trade in carpentry and electrician. He relocated to Los Angeles, CA, where he formed his own construction business. He moved back to Miami, FL, for some years. His health began to fail so he relocated to Patterson with his family. During his illness while living in Patterson, he still had a heart to serve the Lord at St. James Baptist Church (Ridge). As his relationship grew intimately with the Lord he changed his membership to Primitive Baptist Church in Waycross where he attended until God saw fit to call him home. Preceding him in death in the Garden of Love were his father, Phennoy James Jenkins Sr., his mother, Jessie Mae Jenkins, brothers, the Rev. James Emanuel Jenkins (Reb), MSgt. Phennoy James Jenkins Jr., Sgt. Benjamin Franklin Jenkins, Bishop James Parnell Jenkins, and John Henry Jenkins, and a sister, Nellie Kirkland. He will be missed and lovingly remembered by his children, Michael Jenkins, Miami, FL, Cornell Jenkins Jr., Corona, CA; two sisters, Louise Hunter, Miami, and Lucy Hopson, Jesup; one brother, Steve Jenkins, Miami; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two god-children Mikell and Lucy Bond; and a host of nieces, nephews and sorrowing friends. Arrangements are with Rainge Memorial Chapel, Inc., 505 Ware St., Blackshear.

JENKINS, Elsie Jeanette Jenkins (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald April 14, 2006) A homegoing celebration for Elsie Jeanette Jenkins will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at St John Missionary Baptist Church, 864 Oak St., Waycross, with the Rev. Roosevelt Rhone, pastor, and Pastor J. Stephon Deen, eulogist. Burial will take place in Oakland Cemetery. A wake will be held tonight, 6 to 7, in the chapel of Rainge Memorial Chapel Inc, in Blackshear. The body will lie in state at the church Saturday from 11 a.m. until the hour of service. A busy life came to a close Saturday when "Ms. Elsie" was called to her heavenly home. She was the oldest of five children of the late Alexander Young Sr. and Elberta Johnson Young. She was born Aug. 29, 1943 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Her Christian journey began at an early age at New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church under the leadership the Rev. W. Payne. After relocating to Waycross, she joined St. John Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the Rev. J. W. Dixon. She served faithfully on the Usher Ministry. She was married to Willie Jenkins Sr. To this union two children were born, Willie and Darrin Jenkins. One sister Emma Young, and one brother, Alexander Young Jr., preceded her in death. Her legacy lives on in the cherished memories of her beloved sons, Willie Jenkins, of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and Darrin Jenkins, of Thomasville; one sister, Nettie Williams, and one brother, Vonnell Young, both of Waycross; four aunts, Leola Jackson, N.Y.; Agnes Wade and Jewell Lewis, of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and Nola Mae Lander, of Waycross; two uncles, Russell Lewis (Pat), of Cairo, and George Lewis (Katie), of Tallahassee, Fla.; one sister-in-law, Emma Young, of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; five nieces, Tumara Bell, Kersaundra Young, Regina Young, Kimberly Young and Lisa Fisher; three nephews, Vonnell Young Jr., Marc Young and Ramon Williams; a special cousin, Lovetta Thomas; two god-sisters, Ruth Perkins and Daphine Wright; four grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. The funeral cortege will assemble at the residence of 908 Quarterman St. at noon. Rainge Memorial Chapel Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JENKINS, Erkus Lee Jenkins, Sr. (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida November 18, 2010) Erkus Lee Jenkins, Sr., 75, of Woodville went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 12, 2010 in Greenville, FL. Mr. Jenkins was a native of Seale, AL and a longtime resident of Leon County. He was retired from the City of Tallahassee’s Sanitation Department and a member of Holy Temple Church where he was an usher. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. EST Saturday at St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 2125 Keith Street, Tallahassee, with burial at East Grove Cemetery, Woodville, FL. Viewing- visitation will be Friday from 3-7 p.m. at Tillman of Tallahassee (850-942-1950). Among those mourning his passing are his daughter, Apostle Christine J. Campbell; sons Alvin (Shelia) Jenkins, Steve (Shakahn) Jenkins, Erkus Jenkins, Jr., Gregory McMillian, George McMillian and Kenneth McMillian; five sisters, one brother, 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and his devoted ex-wife, Emma Jenkins Jackson, along with numerous other relatives and friends.

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JENKINS, Floyd Jenkins (Abstracted from the 9 June 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Floyd Eugene Jenkins, age 59, passed away Thursday (June 1, 2017) after battling a long-term illness. He was born Dec. 6, 1957 to the late Frank and Lorene Jenkins. He accepted the Lord at an early age and joined St. James Missionary Baptist Church. He received his early education at Pierce County Training School in Patterson. After moving to Waycross, he completed his education at Waycross High School with the graduating class of 1977. He furthered his education at ATI in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, with a diploma in heating and air conditioning. He leaves to mourn his passing, the mother of his children, Neddra Price; three children, Floyd Jenkins Jr., Andre’ Price, Nedra Brown; five grandchildren; seven siblings to cherish his memory, Cora Bailey, Anne, Janice, Constance Muhammad (Wilbert), Garrison, Leonard and Carlton Jenkins; special nieces, Rachelle, Kiaa, Bette, Amani and Fatima, who provided love and care for him; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are being received at the family home at 900 Reed St. The funeral will take place Saturday at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, Patterson. Jacobs Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

JENKINS, Frances Jenkins (Abstracted from the 17 April 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Frances Ann Jenkins was born Dec. 14, 1956 in Pierce County as the 10th child of 15 born to the union of Frank and Lorene Jenkins. From early childhood, her strength of character and determination was very evident. She was strong-willed yet very laid back and funny. She always managed to keep the family in laughter with her jokes and wit. She attended the public schools of Pierce County and Waycross, graduating from Waycross High School with the class of 1974. At an early age she joined the membership of St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Patterson. Later in life she connected with Tabernacle of Praise in Waycross where she faithfully served on the usher board and in other capacities as well. She was employed at Memorial Hospital in Waycross where she gained the love and respect of many of her co-workers and friends. She later worked as a care giver at Ms. Jo’s Personal Care Home where her clients loved her dearly. The loved ones left to cherish her memory are 3 children, Franklin Curtis (Flo) Jenkins, Christopher Rashon Jenkins and Shanandria Jenkins; her mother, Lorene Jenkins; 8 siblings, Cora Bailey, Anne Jenkins, Janice Jenkins, Constance (Wilbert) Muhammad, Floyd (Linda) Jenkins, Garrison Jenkins, Leonard Jenkins, Carlton Jenkins; a special sister in-law, Michelle Jenkins Brown; foster brothers, Joseph Jones and Herman Dozier; 6 grandchildren; beloved nieces: Bette, Chell, Patsy and Kiaa; and a host of other nieces, nephews, and cousins. The funeral will be held Saturday at St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Patterson. Professional services are entrusted to Jacobs Funeral Home of Blackshear.

JENKINS, George Robert Jenkins (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, 8 January 2014) Madison: George Robert “Bob” Jenkins, age 85, died Saturday, January 4, 2014 in Tallahassee. Funeral services will be Tuesday, at Cherry Lake Methodist Church with burial at Cherry Lake Methodist Cemetery. He was born in Sylvania, GA and lived most of his life in Madison. He was a sales manager for Gordon Ford Tractor before retiring and was a member of Cherry Lake United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife Carmalita Jenkins of Cherry Lake and 1 son: Bobby (Louise) Jenkins and 1 daughter: Janice “Jae” Jenkins; daughter-in-law Gloria Cashwell; 3 grandchildren: George (Nondis) Jenkins, Rick (Bridgett) Jenkins, and Carla (Joe) Lyles, and 8 great-grandchildren: Jantz Jenkins, Pazlei Jenkins, Gracie Jenkins, Micah Jenkins, Joel Jenkins, Maddie Lyles, Will Lyles, and Josie Lyles, and 1 brother: M. L. Jenkins of Madison.

JENKINS, George Robert Jenkins, Jr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 8 January 2019) Mr. George Robert Jenkins, Jr., age 69, passed away in Tallahassee, FL on Sunday, January 6, 2019. A graveside service will be Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at Cherry Lake United Methodist Church Cemetery in Cherry Lake, FL. Mr. Jenkins was a lifelong resident of Cherry Lake and was a member of Cherry Lake United Methodist Church. He enjoyed spending time at Santa Rosa Beach and enjoyed browsing through flea markets. He was employed by Metal Products for twenty-two years. He was predeceased by his father, George Robert Jenkins, Sr., his brother, Ricky Jenkins. He is survived by his wife of fifty- one years, Louise Jenkins, his mother, Carmelita Jenkins, Cherry Lake, FL; one son, George Jenkins (Nondis); one sister, Janice Jenkins, Cherry Lake; one grandson, Jantz Jenkins (Kailee) Lovett, FL and a granddaughter, Pazlei Jenkins Ragans (Seth), Madison, FL. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison is assisting the family with arrangements.

JENKINS, Irvin Quincy Jenkins (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Irvin Quincy Jenkins, age 79 of Berrien County, GA passed away Thursday, April 17, 2014 in Oglethorpe, GA. He was born July 20, 1934 in Berrien County, GA to the late Daniel Hilton Jenkins and Sallie Pauline Bennett Jenkins. He was preceded in death 61 by his wife, Lenora Sirmans Jenkins and a daughter, Jolly Harper. Along with proudly serving in the U.S. Army he retired from Chevron Oil Company in Louisiana. He loved hard work, fishing and spending time with his family and friends. He is now fishing in Heaven with his wife and daughter awaiting more family to join them. He is survived by his children, Barbara Jean Jones of Louisiana, Tammy Rhonda Jenkins of Mississippi; Sallie Leeann Jenkins of Louisiana and Irvin Quincy Jenkins, Jr. of Washington; a sister, Lorene Fallin of Alapaha, GA; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. A graveside Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, April 22, 2014 in the Beaver Dam Cemetery in Ray City, GA. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA and Watson-Mathews Funeral Home in Montezuma, GA are serving the family.

JENKINS, Janice Elaine Jenkins (Abstracted from the 20 October 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Janice Elaine Jenkins departed this earthly life on Wednesday (Oct. 11, 2017) after a short illness. She was born July 16, 1952 to the late Frank and Lorene Jenkins. She accepted the Lord at an early age and joined Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Upon returning to Georgia, she renewed her membership at Macedonia. She received her early education at Pierce County Training School in Patterson. After her family moved to Waycross, she completed her education at Waycross High School. She moved to Brooklyn, NY, and was employed at Merrill Lynch for 35 years until retiring and returning to Waycross. She was also employed at Walmart for 15 years, where she was affectionately known as “JJ.” She leaves to mourn her passing one daughter, Kiaa Jenkins; two granddaughters, Amani and Fatimah Thomas; two special nephews, Gary Nails and James Jernigan, whom she referred to as her sons; a special niece, Lena Edwards; six siblings, Cora Bailey, Anne Jenkins, Sister Constance Muhammad (Wilbert), Garrison, Leonard and Carlton Jenkins; two brothers-in-law, Charles Bailey and Louis Antoine; and a host of loving nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will be held Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church in Patterson. Interment will follow at The Ridge Cemetery on Aaron’s Way in Patterson. Jacobs Funeral Home of Blackshear is serving the family.

JENKINS, Jeanne Strickland Jenkins (Abstracted from the 13 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jeanne Strickland Jenkins, age 83, of Waycross died Monday (April 10, 2017) at her residence in Brunswick. She is survived by three children, Jan Jenkins Hart of Palm Beach, FL, Malcolm Jenkins of Malibu Beach, CA, Father David Blaine (Nita) Jenkins of Brunswick, two brothers, Bill Strickland, of Jacksonville, FL, Errol Strickland of Jesup, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorialization is by cremation. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Golden Isles, 1692 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick, GA 31525 or a donation of food to any homeless shelter of one’s choice. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JENKINS, Jerome L. Jenkins Jr. (Abstracted from the May 2, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jerome L. Jenkins Jr. entered into the arms of the Heavenly angels Saturday (April 26, 2014) at Memorial Hospital in Savannah after an extended illness. He was born Jan. 23, 2014 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross, to Jerome L. Jenkins Sr. and Real Canfield Gibson. He is survived by his parents, Jerome L. Jenkins Sr. and Real Canfield Gibson; 1 sister, Janiya Canfield Gibson, of Waycross; Andrea Gibson, his grandmother; Nathan and Danshawn Gibson; uncles; ArKaja Canfield Gibson, his aunt; Ethel L. Gibson; his great-grandmother, of California; Lacoma Jenkins Sr. (Angela), Lacoma Jenkins Jr., Alexis and Tania Jenkins, of Valdosta; Enda Williams, his aunt; Tony Franklin and Zabrina Williams, of Homerville; and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his great-great-grandmother, Helen Williams, and his grandmother, Mae Francis Jenkins. A memorial service will be Sunday at House of Prayer and Victory at 1002 Brunel St. Professional services are provided by Dorchester Funeral Home of Midway. Memorialization is by cremation.

JENKINS, John Henry Jenkins (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 5, 1963) John Henry Jenkins, 75, died last Friday at his home in Jacksonville, Mr. Jenkins was born in Madison, but had lived in Jacksonville the past thirty-five years. Prior to his retirement he was an iron worker. He was a member of the Baptist Church. Mr. Jenkins leaves his widow, five sons and five daughters, twenty-four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Beulah Hale of this city is a sister.

JENKINS, Julius Jenkins (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 31, 2008) Julius Jenkins departed this life and into the arms of his Heavenly Father on Tuesday (Jan. 29, 2008). He was born March 30, 1990 in Waycross to Tangie Marcella Jenkins. He was a frequent member of Easter Seals of Southern Georgia (Megan House of Waycross). He became a member of Congregational First Born Church and was baptized under the pastoral of his great-uncle, 62

Bishop George Burse. He was preceded in death by one aunt, Isadore Maria Jenkins. Survivors include his loving and devoted mother, Tangie Marcella Jenkins; grandmother, Minnie Lee Davis; grandfather, James Jenkins Sr.; two uncles, Anthony Jewel Jenkins, of Waycross, and James Jewel Jenkins Jr. (Stephanie), of Merritt Island, Fla.; a host of great-aunts, great-uncles, cousins, friends and a special, close and devoted friend, Bernard Nelson Jr. The family will receive calls and visits from friends and family at the home of his grandmother, Minnie Lee Davis, 2239 South Ave., Waycross. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Congregational First Born Church, 822 Morton Ave., Waycross. Additional details of arrangements will be announced later by Perry Brothers Funeral Home.

JENKINS, Linda Holder Jenkins (Abstracted from the 7 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Linda Holder Jenkins, age 66, of Waycross, died Monday (Feb. 5, 2018) at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Savannah after a brief illness. She was born in Waycross to the late Morris Lee Holder Sr. and Peggy Batten Horton. She made Waycross home for her entire life. She graduated from Waycross High School in 1969 and received her registered nursing degree from South Georgia College. She began her career with Satilla Regional Medical Center in the labor and delivery unit. She left to work for 16 years with Dr. Roger Bates before returning to labor and delivery. She retired in December 2017 from Mayo Clinic Health System of Waycross where she was currently working in their convenient care facility. After retirement she was a member of the Retired Hospital Workers. She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Waycross and the Enthusiasts Sunday School Class. She also served as an elder and sang in the church choir. Her greatest joy came from spending time with family, especially traveling to watch her grandsons play baseball. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Daniel Holder and Morris Lee Holder Jr.She is survived by her husband, Charles L. Jenkins of Waycross; two children, Bill (Risa) Arney of Alma, Chris Arney of Waycross; a step-daughter, Betsy (Gary) Taylor of Hayes, VA; four grandchildren, Bennett Arney, Jarrett Arney, Trey Taylor and Berkley Taylor; two sisters, Roylene (Jeremy) Nichols of Savannah, Leitha (Michael) Barfield of Vidalia; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday at First Presbyterian Church of Waycross. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 601 Hill St., Waycross, GA 31501. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JENKINS, Lorene R. Jenkins (Abstracted from the 24 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Lorene R. Jenkins was born on Nov. 12, 1923 to the union of Simon and Armelia Richardson in Bristol. She was educated in the public schools of Pierce County. She later met and married Frank Jenkins and to this union 15 children were born. She retired from Riverside Nursing Home after 19 years of faithful service where she was respected by many. “Mother,” as she was affectionately called, joined Macedonia Baptist Church at an early age and served on the usher board for many years, was a deaconess and mother of the church. She was preceded in death by her husband and seven children, Marion, James, Delories, Johnnie Mae, Larry, Frankie and Frances. She leaves to cherish her memories eight children, Cora Bailey, Anne Jenkins, Janice Jenkins, Constance (Wilbert) Muhammad, Floyd Jenkins, Garrison Jenkins, Leonard Jenkins and Carlton Jenkins; 24 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and 50 great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Ben Smith; a sister, Norsis (Sukk) Oliphant; an adopted son, Jasper J. Jones; and a multitude of nieces, nephews and cousins. The funeral will be held on Saturday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Patterson. The funeral cortege will leave the family residence at 900 Reed St. in Waycross.

JENKINS, Maggie Jenkins (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, July 28, 1904) Maggie Jenkins, 11 years old, died July 21st. Her death was sudden. She was buried in the city cemetery. No record was found of the burial

JENKINS, Mable L. Jenkins (Abstracted from the Echols County News, November 27, 2013) Ms. Mable L. Brown Jenkins, 64, longtime resident of Echols County passed from this walk of life on October 22, 2013 at Langdale Hospice House of Valdosta. She will be greatly missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles, and a host of other relatives. The Homegoing Celebration for the life of Ms. Mable L. Brown Jenkins was held Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Our Daily Bread Gospel Tabernacle in Statenville. Burial services followed at Mayday Cemetery in Maydaya. All professional mortuary services entrusted to Eric A. Brown and Son Funeral Home, Inc.

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Meldrum Leo "Sid" Jenkins, age 82, died Sunday, November 27, 2016 in Live Oak, Florida. Funeral service will be Saturday, December 3, 2016 at Cherry Lake United Methodist Church with burial at Cherry Lake United Methodist Cemetery. He was born in Tampa, FL, and raised in Cherry Lake. After High School he enlisted in the U. S. Navy then later enlisted in the U. S. Air Force. He was a veteran of Korea and Vietnam and retired from USAF. He was a member of American Legion Cherry Lake. He moved to Cherry Lake in 1980 coming from Ft. Worth, TX. He was a member of Cherry Lake United Methodist Church. He is survived by 2 daughters: Barbara Faye Preston of Madison and Jacqueline Virginia Jenkins of Weatherford, TX; 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; sister-in-law: Carmelita Jenkins of Cherry Lake, and a host of relatives. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, Florida is serving the family.

JENKINS, Myrna Ruth Sellers Jenkins (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 12 July 2019) Myrna Ruth Sellers Jenkins, age 79, of Thomasville, passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Graveside Services will be held at Barnetts Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements. Mrs. Jenkins was born on January 4, 1940 in Cairo, GA to the late Leon M. Sellers & Mary Elizabeth Gay Sellers. She married Louis Morrell Jenkins on November 20, 1963 at Barnetts Creek Baptist Church. She worked as a Loan Originator for Thomasville National Bank. Survivors include: husband, Louis M. Jenkins, daughter, Teresa Belvin (Steve) and grandson, Daniel Louis Belvin, all of Thomasville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

JENKINS, Patricia N. Jenkins (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 19, 2012) VERO BEACH, Fla. — Patricia Nettles Jenkins, 64, of Vero Beach, Fla., died Tuesday (July 17, 2012) at her home. She was born in Fort Pierce, Fla. She was the owner and operator of Pat’s Cleaning Service. Survivors include her husband, John Daniel Jenkins, of Fort Pierce, Fla.; her son, Miguel Gomez, of Waycross; three sisters, Carrie Belle Summerlin McGraw, of Fort Pierce Fla.,, Mabel Nettles Hudmon, of Vero Beach, Fla., and Deborah Nettles Parsons, of Fort Pierce, Fla.; four brothers, Ray Vernon Nettles, of Vero Beach, Fla., Donnie Ray Nettles, of Palm Bay, Fla., Willis Ray Nettles, of Okeechobee, Fla., and Herman Ray Nettles, of Vero Beach, Fla. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Dionna Priscilla Batten; sisters, Hazel Nettles Comer Blount Holmes and Shirley Nettles Morgan Madden; and a brother, Ray Emmett Nettles. Friends may call from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Yates Funeral Home, Fort Pierce, Fla. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Winter Beach Cemetery. Friends may contribute to VNA Hospice, 1110 35th Lane No. 1, Vero Beach, Fla. 32960. A guest book may be signed at www.yatesfuneralhome.com

JENKINS, Perry Jenkins (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 17, 1954) Perry Jenkins, well-known former Madisonian, died Tuesday September 14th following an operation for kidney trouble in a hospital in Los Angeles, CA. The body will arrive in Madison tomorrow and funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at the Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Macedonia Cemetery. Mr. Jenkins is survived by a sister, Mrs. G. W. Hale, of Madison; a brother, J. H. Jenkins,, of Jacksonville; four nieces and two nephews.

JENKINS, Roderick Ricardo Jenkins (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 13 May 2020) Roderick Ricardo Jenkins was born in Havana, FL on Oct. 10, 1974. He was the son of John Kimble and Theresa Harris Jenkins. Roderick shares a birthday with famed NASCAR driver, Dale Earnhart, Jr. and, in 1974, Gerald Ford was President of the United States. Roderick’s father preceded him in death. At about seven years ago, Roderick moved to Tallahassee with his parents. He attended the public schools of Leon County and earned his GED years later. Roderick worked an array of jobs, with most of them related to the construction industry. An avid sportsman, Roderick enjoyed fishing and weight-lifting. On Wednesday, May 13, 2020, God saw fit to release Roderick from his earthly labor and welcome him into His kingdom. His love and memory will be cherished forever by his wife: Stacy Beverly Jenkins; son: Isaiah Atkins; daughters: Destiny Jenkins, Rodrieyanna Jenkins, Kasharia Williams and Miyanna Holmes; mother: Theresa Harris Jenkins, all of Tallahassee, FL; sisters: Simone Barron, Jonesha Kimbles, both of Tallahassee, FL and Toya Kimble of Atlanta, GA; brothers: Andre Jackson, Quentin Jackson, Del Jenkins and John Kimble, Jr., all of Tallahassee, FL; along with numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JENKINS, Rufus M. Jenkins (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 30, 1967) Rufus M. Jenkins, age 65, died in Tallahassee June 24th following an extended illness. He was born in Sylvania, GA and lived in Cherry Lake since 1933 where he was engaged in farming and livestock raising. He was a member of the Cherry Lake Methodist 64

Church. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Berda Jenkins of Cherry Lake; three sons, Robert Jenkins of Madison; M. L. Jenkins of the USAF, New York; Lewis Jenkins of the USAF, New Orleans; and two daughters, Mrs. A. J. Walker of Alabama and Mrs. Albert Plant of Gainesville; one sister, Mrs. Mae Mock of Sylvester, GA and seventeen grandchildren. The funeral services were Monday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Cherry Lake Methodist Church Cemetery.

JENKINS, Ruth Virginia Jenkins (Abstracted from the 26 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) PLANT CITY, FL — Ruth Virginia Jenkins, age 78, of Plant City, FL, died Oct. 10, 2016. Born in Tampa, FL, she was the daughter of John Jr. and Evelyn Castleman Toole. She was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. Richard Jenkins. Survivors include her children, Leatha Harrell, Debbie Kline, Ruth Wallace, Ginny Stickle, David Jenkins of Waycross, and Michael Brown, her siblings, Carol Sheffield, Geraldine Hamilton, Janice Jenkins, Alfred Toole and Jimmy Toole, 15 grandchildren, and 16 great- grandchildren. She spent her life in the service of the Lord as a pastor’s wife, was raised in Welcome Baptist Church and attended many churches throughout her life. Her family meant everything to her. The funeral was held Saturday, Oct. 15, at Welcome Baptist Church, Welcome Baptist Church Road, Lithia. Haught Funeral Home assisted the family.

JENKINS, Thomas G. Jenkins (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 20, 1912) Capt. Thomas G. Jenkins, a well-known citizen of Valdosta, died at his home in that city last Friday night after a short illness. Mr. Jenkins was about seventy-seven years of age and was born at Tarboro, NC. He moved to Madison when a young man and was engaged in the drug business here for a number of years. He moved from here to Dupont, GA and then to Valdosta. He traveled for a large shoe concern for forty years and was connected with them at the time of his death. Capt. Jenkins was a Confederate veteran and a member of one of the Florida companies, participating in the Battle of Olustee.

JENNESS, Florence S. Jenness (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home) Florence S. Jenness, age 75, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2014 after an extended illness. Born in Zephyr, NC to Clay Harrison St. John and Annie Norean Jolley, she later moved to Florida where she was a longtime resident of Perry. Flo was a former Lady Elk per member and late husband Lloyd Jenness with the Perry Elks Lodge #1851. She began working with the City of Perry in 1985 and retired in 2005. A few years after her retirement, Flo returned to the City where she worked five more years. In her spare time she loved to travel to the mountains, shop, play golf and was once a member of a ladies bowling team. One of her most favorite traveling spots was Cedar Key where she and her late husband Lloyd shared many great times together. She is survived by 1 daughter Donna Walker, and 1 grandson James Hatcher. Flo was predeceased by her parents; her husband Lloyd Jenness and one daughter Pam Hatcher. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Covenant Hospice 1545 Raymond Diehl Road, Suite 150, Tallahassee, FL or the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123- 1718. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Covenant Hospice for their excellent care. A memorial service will be held Thursday, June 19, 2014 at Beggs Funeral Home in Perry.

JENNINGS, Frank Jennings (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 27, 1944) Mrs. Johnnie Harris returned Saturday from Ocala, FL where she was called by the sudden death of her father, Frank Jennings. Mr. Jennings was 55 years old. His survivors are his wife, Mrs. Mabel Bozeman Jennings; four daughters, Mrs. Johnnie Harris, Madison; Mrs. Willie Potts, Ocala; Mrs. Frank Cheatom, Ochlawaha, FL; Mrs. Wayne Peters, Ocala; two sons, Fred Jennings with the Navy somewhere in the Pacific and Edgar Jennings of Ocala. Mr. Jennings was a native of Marion County and had been married 34 years.

JENNINGS, Myrtice Wynell Jennings (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Myrtice Wynell Jennings, 70, of Perry, died Saturday, September 21, 2013 at Shands in Gainesville, FL. Myrtice was born July 8, 1943 in Forsyth, GA, to the late Clarence and Verdie (Grubbs) Williams. Myrtice was preceded in death by 1 sister Ruby Reed; and 3 brothers Hershel, Wesley, and Johnny Williams. Ms. Jennings was of the Baptist faith and in her spare time she enjoyed dancing and spending time with her family. She is survived by her niece Debra (Thomas) Reed, of Perry, FL; niece Pat Martin of Forsyth, GA.; great niece Angela (Robert) Winstead; and great nephew Daniel Reed; great niece Patty Martin; nephew Jimmy (Patricia) Erwin; and nephew Ray Erwin; niece Darla Ross and her children. There are no services planned at this time. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

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JENSEN, Anita Jensen (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 14 March 2018) On Wednesday, March 14, 2018, God called for Anita Jensen to join him in heaven. Anita was born on September 6, 1948 in Leyte, Philippines, but traveled to Japan, Turkey, Illinois, Florida, and New Mexico before settling down to live in Valdosta where she has lived for over 25 years. She occasionally left to help raise or visit children and grandchildren in California, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Texas, Florida, Guam, Australia, Virginia, and the Philippines. She is survived by her son, Anthony; her daughter, Cathleen; and her daughter, Sarah. She is a proud grandmother to Jacob, Nathan, Logan, and Toran. She is also survived by numerous relatives in the Philippines. A hard worker since she was a child, she was often admired for her work ethic. Her superior performance was recognized at every job she held, leading her to open her own successful business. She was an active member of the Valdosta community; as a landlord, business owner, and a proud supporter of the local VFW’s during bingo nights. Although she held numerous titles, none made her as proud as “Mother” or “Grandmother”. Anita will be fondly remembered by friends and family as a selfless giver, fantastic cook, champion bowler, expert Mahjong player, karaoke singer, and Queen of Bingo. Her grandchildren may specifically remember her because they could always say, “Lola said I could…”. A private celebration of life is planned, please contact the family for details. The family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff at Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

JERKINS, Forrest W. Jerkins (Abstracted from the 13 October 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A funeral for Forrest W. Jerkins was held Friday at Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Tampa, FL, Saturday. Miles-Odum Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JERNIGAN, Archie Jernigan, Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Archie Jernigan, Jr. of Lake City, FL passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2014 in Lake City Health Center after a lengthy illness. He was born April 26, 1936 in Lowndes County to the late Archie Daniel & Daisy Jones Jernigan Mr. Jernigan was a self- employed painter for over 60 years. In his spare time he loved to fish and working in his garden. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his son, Timmy Jernigan, 2 sisters Myrtle Coody & Gladys Lofton & 2 brothers, Alfred Jernigan & Claude Jernigan. Survivors include sisters & brother-in-law, Gloria (Lloyd) Luke of Valdosta, GA; Dorothy Blanchard of Valdosta, GA; Ava Nell (George) Blanchard of Valdosta, GA; Mildred Croft of Lake Park, GA; Merle Blanton of High Springs, FL; brother & sister-in-law Wayne (Joann) Jernigan of Lake Park, GA; a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Saturday, March 15, 2014 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Good Hope Cemetery. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta is serving the Jernigan family.

JERNIGAN, Branson Earl Melton Jernigan (Abstracted from the 6 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Infant Branson Earl Melton Jernigan passed away Wednesday (March 1, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Waycross. Little Branson was born in Waycross, March 1, 2017 to Beth Jernigan Stokes and Joseph Melton, both of Blackshear. He was preceded in death by a sister, Macie Griffin. In addition to his parents, he is also survived by three sisters, Maggie Griffin, Maceyla Griffin and Vallory Stokes, all of Blackshear, his maternal grandparents, Robert and Mary Jernigan, of Valdosta, and Martha and Tom Humphries, of Waycross, his maternal great-grandparents, the Rev. Jack and Lois Smithwick, of Nashville, GA, his aunts and uncles, Jessica and Clint Tuten, of Waycross, Kristie and Shane Seelnacht, of Valdosta, and Lora Taylor, of Waycross, and numerous other relatives. A graveside service for Little Branson was held Sunday in the Kettle Creek Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc., of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JERNIGAN, Charles Leon Jernigan (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 19 October 2011) Mr. Charles Leon “Charlie” Jernigan, age 66, passed away in Savannah, September 9, 2011, following an extended illness. Mr. Jernigan was born December 28, 1944, in Coffee County. He was a track star and football player at Coffee High School. He was a graduate of Furman University. Mr. Jernigan attended the St. Illa Baptist Church of Douglas. He was preceded in death by his father, Leon Jernigan and his beloved daughter, Melissa Garay. Survivors include his loving compassionate friend and wife, Lana B. Jernigan; mother, Mr. Ivylyn Jernigan of Douglas; one brother, Allen (Peggy) Jernigan of Douglas; one sister, Susan (Jerry) Griffin of Fitzgerald; and several aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces. Funeral services were at the St. Illa Baptist Church of Douglas on Wednesday, September 14, 2011. Interment followed in the City of Douglas Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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JERNIGAN, David Coster Jernigan (Abstracted from the 12 November 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) David Coster Jernigan, age 86, died Friday (Nov. 9, 2018) at Prattville Baptist Medical Center. He was born Oct. 8, 1932 in Ware County and he lived most of his life in Prattville, AL. A United States Navy veteran, he retired from International Paper Company in Prattville as a crew chief and supervisor. He is preceded in death by his parents, Coster Limuel Jernigan and Willie Mae McClelland Jernigan, and his wife, Helen Isbell “Dodie” Jernigan. Survivors include one daughter, Miranda Jernigan Leake Perrin (Charles) of Prattville, three grandchildren, Mistie Cummings (Stuart), Randall Leake (Brianna) and Casey Leake (Stephanie), multiple great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and one brother-in-law, Robert Isbell. A graveside service will be Tuesday at Kettle Creek Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JERNIGAN, Helen Isbell Jernigan (Abstracted from the 2 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A graveside service for Mrs. Helen “Dodie” Isbell Jernigan took place Friday in Kettle Creek Cemetery. Music Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JERNIGAN, James Millard Jernigan (Abstracted from the 5 March 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James “Jim” Millard Jernigan, age 72, of Canton, passed away on Feb. 17, 2019 after a brief illness, endocarditis. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born to Jimmy and Jeanette Jernigan on Jan. 17, 1947 in Waycross. He graduated from Ware County High School and then attended South Georgia College in Douglas. Most of his career was spent in retail at JC Penney, Davidson’s and Rich’s. His love for the outdoors led him to become a landscaper for several years. His greatest love was his service at Westminster Oaks Retirement Home where he enjoyed the companionship of the residents and assisted them with displaying their art on the walls. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Charlotte; his daughters, Jeanne Baldini (Rickie), Joanna O’Neill (Geoff) and Brandie Varasi (Philip Jones); his beloved grandchildren, Jakob, Savannah, Stefani and Samantha; his brothers, Canty Jernigan (Carolyn), Timmy Jernigan (Sherry); and his nieces and nephews Jeff, Callie, Kendall, Matt and Julie. To have met Jim was to know Jim. He never met a stranger in his entire life. He was known for his love of music, playing guitar and fixing anything that was broken. He was truly a “Jim of all trades.” He loved tending to his vegetable garden and was known for his famous boiled peanuts. His happy place was spending time with his family and friends while relaxing on Pensacola Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Gulf Island National Seashore in Pensacola, FL. His family will have a celebration of life ceremony this summer in Pensacola. As Jim would say, “That sounds like a plan!”

JERNIGAN, Jimmy Raymond Jernigan (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Jimmy Raymond Jernigan, age 70, of Nashville, GA passed away Friday, March 1, 2013 after a brief illness at Tift Regional Medical Center. He was born on July 7, 1942 to the late Thomas Franklin & Frances Iduma (Jones) Jernigan. He was a member of Concord Primitive Baptist Church. He retired from Amoco Fabrics in maintenance after 23 years. He then worked for Miller Brewing Company for 12 years and had to retire for health reasons. He is preceded in death by his parents along with 2 sisters, Bonnie Armentrout and Maydell Wilkerson and 2 brothers, James Jernigan and Jody Jernigan. Survivors include his wife of 50 Years Judy Jernigan of Nashville, GA; 2 daughters & son-in-law Patty & Matt Webb of Nashville, GA; Brandi Jernigan of Nashville, GA; 2 sons & daughters-in-laws Timmy & Angie Jernigan of Nashville, GA; Dave & Angie Griffin of Pound, VA; 6 grandchildren: Kansas "Sugar Baby" Jernigan, Brittney Jernigan, Timothy Jernigan, Daniel Jernigan, Cody Griffin, & Kristy Griffin; great grandson: Troy Pearson; 3 sisters & brothers-in-law Mary Shivers of Valdosta, GA; Linda & Dennis Ellis of Acworth, GA; and Geneva Stewart Madison, FL; 4 brothers & sisters-in-law Robert & Mary Jernigan of Valdosta, GA Tommy & Mildred Jernigan of Rochelle, GA Charles & Vickie Jernigan of Lake Park, GA; Gene & Barbara Jernigan of Piedmont, SC and a number of nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at Concord Primitive Baptist Church with burial to follow at Concord Cemetery. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta, GA is serving the Jernigan family.

JERNIGAN, Mildred Moore Jernigan (Abstracted from the July 19, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Mildred Moore Jernigan, 72, of 615 Phillips St., Douglas, died Wednesday (July 17, 2013) at her residence. She was born Oct. 15, 1940 in Waycross, the daughter of the late John Lee Henry Moore and Roxie Reed Moore. She received her formal education in the public schools of Ware and Pierce counties. She later met and married Pete Jernigan. She never had children of her own but loved all of her nieces and nephews as if they were her own. She was a member of Greater New Heaven HOGSIC in Waycross and attended regularly until her health declined. A memorial service will be held Saturday in the chapel of the funeral 67 home. She was preceded in death by 11 siblings, Leroy Moore, Johnnie Lee Moore, Willie Lee Moore, Eddie Moore, Charles Moore, Charlene King, Bertha Lee, Thelma White, Annie Lou Preston, Ruthie Mae Davis, Daisy Blakely, and her husband, Pete Jernigan. She is survived by one sister, Edna M. Jenkins, of Surrency, her caregiver and niece, Tranta Johnson, of Nicholls, and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Arrangements are with Jacobs Funeral Home of Blackshear.

JERNIGAN, Ruby Nell Jernigan (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 4 April 2021) Ruby Nell Jernigan, age 85, of Lake Park, GA passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021 in the South Georgia Medical Center after an illness. Ruby was born on December 13, 1935 in Clara, MS to the late Prudie Mae (Riley) and Albert Cooley. She owned and operated her own residential personal care business for many years. Ruby was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great- grandmother. She enjoyed flowers, watching movies, and WWE Monday Night Raw. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Jernigan; sons: Billy Joe Jernigan, Ralph Jernigan; son-in-law, Rick Frontera; brothers: L.J. Cooley, Benny Cooley, T.L. Cooley. Survivors include her daughters: JoAnn J. Snellgrove and husband, Roger of Valdosta, GA, Diane J. Stephens and husband, James of Lake Park, GA; son, Frank Jernigan of Valdosta, GA; daughter-in-law, Leanne Jernigan of Sails Berry, NC; grandchildren: Chris, Joey, Elexis, Jennifer, Kenneth, Jessica, Patrick, Kimberley, Collette; 7 great grandchildren: sisters: Loumell C. Catlett of Donaldson, AK, Virgina Smith of Clara, MS and numerous nieces and nephews. Services for Ruby will be held at Music Funeral Services, Valdosta. A burial will follow in the Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery of Valdosta, GA. The caring and professional staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta is serving the Jernigan family.

JERNIGAN, Wallace Lawson Jernigan (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, July 20, 2011) Mr. Wallace Lawson Jernigan, 86, passed away Saturday, July 9, 2011, at Clinch Memorial Hospital. Mr. Jernigan was born June 23, 1925, in Jesup, GA, to the late Fred W. Jernigan and Sammie Bishop Jernigan. He was preceded by his wife, Carolyn Moore Jernigan and one sister, Betty Welch. Mr. Jernigan graduated from Georgia Tech in Atlanta in February 1946 with a “Bachelor of Civil Engineering” degree. He went in business with his father in Homerville as an apiarist and funeral director. He also served four years as county surveyor for Clinch County. In 1954 he was appointed as a commission agent for Standard Oil Company and was engaged in selling and distributing petroleum products for the ensuing 15 years. During that time, in 1958 he was elected to the Georgia State Senate without opposition. As a State Senator he was appointed Chairman of the Senate Committee on Educational Matters. He received wide recognition for his service as Chairman of the Senate Interim Committee known as the “Jernigan Committee”. This committee promoted legislation and administrative procedures designed to improve quality in education emphasizing new criteria for determining teacher pay. At that time the Georgia Constitution did not allow a senator to succeed himself, so he was elected in 1962 (again without opposition) as State Representative from Clinch County Georgia. He resigned from the House of Representatives to become Executive Secretary to the Honorable S. Ernest Vandiver, Governor of Georgia where he served until 1964. In 1961 House Resolution HR 315 was passed unanimously by the Georgia House of Representatives commending Wallace Jernigan for his outstanding contribution to the State of Georgia, especially in the field of education. In 1966 he managed the successful Congressional campaign for Williamson S. (Bill) Stuckey and served 6 years in Washington, DC as Administrative Assistant to Congressman Stuckey (1967- 1973). In 1973 desiring to return to Georgia he served as District Representative for Congressman Stuckey remaining on the Congressional Staff for approximately 4 more years while living in Homerville. In 1973 he received a National Association of Securities Dealers license. As Administrative Assistant he supervised the congressional staff including legislative study and recommendations, public relations, including speech writing and editing, publishing a tabloid size congressional newspaper, maintaining contact with state and local officials, maintaining liaison with federal agencies including FmHA for district projects. During the time he served as Executive Secretary for the Executive Department of Georgia and as a member of a congressional staff, he gained a broad knowledge of federal and state programs and the people administrating those programs. Some of the federal and state officials he came to know were former presidents Truman, Johnson, Ford and Carter. He received a special citation from President Ford for his efforts in successfully writing and promoting legislation to place the Okefenokee Swamp in the “National Wilderness System”. His biographical sketch also appeared in Marquis “Who’s Who in Government” in its first edition in 1972. In 1977 when Congressman Stuckey retired from Congress, Mr. Jernigan joined FmHA as a County Supervisor serving Nassau and Duval counties in Florida. In 1983 he was promoted to District Loan Specialist for District IV in Florida which covered Central Florida. In 1985 he received a certificate of merit from FmHA for outstanding performance in his work. He retired from FmHA on June 30, 1987 with a commendation from FmHA Administrator, Vance Clark. After retirement he worked for Jay Shaw Realty Company as a certified real estate agent. He was President of the Men’s Christian Alliance, member of the Farm Bureau Board of Directors, Chairman of the Clinch County Democratic Committee, past Clinch County Citizen of the Year and the 2000 Richard B. Russell Service Award from the Georgia Democratic Party. He was a long time member of the Homerville First Baptist Church, where he was recently was awarded Deacon Emeritus. He also helped form an orchestra for the church. His love 68 for music started at an early are playing saxophone with many bands including Botie Chitty and The Singing Americans. In 2011 he was co-author of “Those Smoke-Filled Rooms”, a biography of his youth and political services for the State of Georgia Survivors are his daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and John “Wink” Strickland of Homerville; three grandchildren, Amy and Craig Hunt of Greenville, SC, DeAnna and Matt Courson of Mayday, GA and John Strickland of Homerville; three great-grandchildren, Sam Hunt and Caroline Hunt of Greenville, SC and Maddie Courson of Mayday, and several other relatives. Services for Mr. Jernigan were held Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at the Homerville First Baptist Church. Interment was in Pine Forest Cemetery in Homerville. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JERNIGAN, Willaford Jernigan (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 8 January 2018) Willaford Jernigan, age 91, of Alapaha died Sunday January 7, 2018 at his residence. He was born November 22, 1926 in Berrien County to the late Lewis Jernigan and the late Sarah Williams Jernigan. He was a farmer and operated Jernigan's Farm Supply. He was a member of Alapaha Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife: Doris Wilma Roberts Jernigan of Alapaha; daughter: Darlene (Don) Turner of Alapaha; son: Darrell (Faye) Jernigan of Alapaha; 5 grandchildren: Stephanie Ruff of Madison, FL, Darrell Jernigan, Jr., Rebecca Davis, Christie Harper and Kellie Turner; and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday January 10, 2018, in the Alapaha Baptist Church. Interment will follow in St. Luke Cemetery.

JERNIGAN, William Edward Jernigan (Abstracted from the 13 May 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) William Edward “Bill” Jernigan, age 91, died Sunday (May 12, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health Waycross after an extended illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross, 1947 graduate of Wacona High School, and member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He served in the Georgia National Guard for nine and a half years, and in 1987 he retired from CSX Railroad as a car inspector after 39 1/2 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Bartow Jernigan and Lillie Mae Burrel Jernigan, sister, Betty June Jernigan, and brother, Jack Jernigan. Survivors include his wife, Mary Alyce Smith Jernigan of Waycross; one son, William (Laurie) Jernigan of Fernandina Beach, FL; nephews, Gregg (Audrey) Jernigan, Ken Jernigan, Ronnie (Margie) Jernigan, Chris (Judy) Dabbs and Rance (Susan) Bunn; niece, Lynn (Jeff) Cooper; and cousin, Tim Jernigan. A funeral will be at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Ben James Cemetery.

JERRELLS, Sandra Jerrells (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida March 22, 2011) Sandra Jerrells age 66, of Live Oak, FL passed away Friday, March 18, 2011 at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. She was born May 21, 1944 a native of Hamilton County and lived most of her life in Live Oak, FL. She worked for thirty-eight and a half years as a secretary for Alltel Telephone Company. Sandra being the workaholic she was joined the sales team at Poole Realty after retiring from the phone company. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother who truly enjoyed spending time and spoiling her grandbabies. She was a member of the Westwood Baptist Church Survivors include her husband, Byron Jerrells, Live Oak, FL; one daughter, Beverly Jerrells, Live Oak, FL; two brothers, Virgil (Edith) Morgan, Blairsville, GA; Lavell (Patsy) Morgan, Live Oak, FL; three sisters, Margaret Sineath, Live Oak, FL; Marilyn (William) Clark, Live Oak, FL; Janet (W.H.) Peeler, Columbia City, FL; Two grandchildren, Tyler Putnel and Morgan Putnel both of Live Oak, FL. Visitation will be held Monday evening March 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at the Graveside in the Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery in Jasper, FL.

JERRIDEAU, James Jerrideau Jr. (Abstracted from the 20 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) ALMA — James Jerrideau Jr., age 57, of 139 Chipmunk Trail, Alma, passed Tuesday (Dec. 13, 2016) at his residence. The family is currently receiving friends at the residence. A graveside service for him will be Wednesday at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Alma. He was born May 5, 1959 to the late Lillie Jerrideau and James Jerrideau Sr., of Alma. He received his education through the Bacon County school system. He was employed at Roland Land Clearing in Hazlehurst. He was preceded in death by both parents and two siblings, Dorothy McMorris and Jacqueline Jerrideau. Left to cherish his memories are a loving and devoted wife, Hazel Jerrideau of Alma; a daughter, Nicole Bless of Waycross; three step-daughters, Annette Jackson, Kim Reynolds and Teresa Reynolds of Douglas; two brothers, Troy Jerrideau and Anthony Jerrideau; four sisters, Francine (James) Adkins Sr., Deloris Jerrideau, Tracy Jerrideau, and Cynthia Jerrideau; sisters-in-law, Martha Jackson of Jesup, and Earnestine (Leon) Lee of Alma; brothers-in-law, Earl (Diane) Jackson of Douglas, Cecil Jackson of Jesup, and Bobby Jackson of Alma; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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JEWELL, Barbara Jewell (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 3 October 2016) Barbara Jewell, age 61, of DuPont, GA passed away Monday, October 3, 2016 at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on August 5, 1955 in Homerville, GA to the late Jack and Margaret (Browning) Stone. She loved fishing, hunting with Robert, riding four wheelers and was always spending time in her yard. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Robert Jewell of DuPont, GA; 1 daughter, Donna Jewell of DuPont, GA; 1 son, Robert Earl Jewell of DuPont, GA; 8 grandchildren: Pamela Corbitt, Joshua Jewell, Beronica Heath, Nakayla Jewell, Clayton Heath, Hunter Jewell, Weston Jewell and Zachary Jewell; 3 great grandchildren; sister, Carolyn Prigoen of West Green, GA; Martha Jane Stone of Homerville, GA; brothers & sisters-in- law, Bobby & Mary Stone of Kirkland, GA; Jackie & Velda Stone of Pearson, GA and a number of nieces & Nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 6, 2016 at the Homerville Church of Christ in Homerville, GA with burial to follow in Camp Branch Cemetery in Ware County, GA. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at the family residence, 191 Goat Lane, Dupont, GA. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is serving the family.

JEWELL, Edward Russell Jewell (Abstracted from the 5 August 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A funeral for Edward Russell Jewell took place Saturday in the Music Funeral Home. Burial was in Kettle Creek Cemetery.

JEWELL, Esther Fila Jewell (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 28, 1972) Esther Fila Jewell, age 62, died suddenly at her home in Greenville Thursday, April 20, 1972 after a brief illness. She was a native of Paulding, Ohio, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Jones. She had lived in Madison County about 25 years and was a member of the Greenville Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Arthur Jewell of Greenville; 3 sisters, Mrs. Marjorie Bingiman and Mrs. Lyllian Myers, both of Three Rivers, MI, and Mrs. Ivy Schaffer of Elkhart, IN, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Monday April 24, 1972 and the Greenville Baptist Church and interment followed in Evergreen Cemetery.

JEWELL, George W. Jewell, Sr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 25, 1966) George W. Jewell, Sr., died Sunday at his home east of Lee at the age of 71 after a long illness. He was born in Clinch County, GA and had lived in Madison County the past twenty years, and had been engaged in farming. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and a Veteran of World War I. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Jessie Mae Jewell of Lee; two daughters, Mrs. Sue Lynn Williams of Cherry Lake; Mrs. Jan E. Williams of Kingsland, GA; three sons, George W. Jewell, Jr., of Madison; Rufus O. Jewell of Columbia, SC; Lewis D. Jewell of Bardstown, KY; thirteen grandchildren; two brothers Mose Jewell of Hahira, GA; Reuben Jewell, of Waycross, GA; and one sister Miss Bythe Ann Jewell also of Waycross. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Lee Memorial Cemetery at Lee.

JEWELL, Robert Derrell Jewell (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, 28 January 2015) A celebration of the life of Robert "Bobby" Derrell Jewell was held Sunday, November 30 2014 on the bank of the Alapaha River in Willacoochee Georgia. His family then, one by one, released Bobby's ashes in the waters of the Alapaha. As the ashes were released, mourners scattered colorful flowers that floated along the waters ebbing flow. Bobby's request that his remains to be disbursed in this manner, so that the Alapaha waters, would forever unite him, his mother Doris and father Billy, in their final resting places. Though he is gone, Bobby forever lives on, in the hearts of those he left behind.

JIMERSON, John Lawrence Jimerson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 9 April 2018) John Lawrence Jimerson, age 41 of Valdosta, GA passed away Monday, April 9, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Minot, ND on November 29, 1976 to Eugene Buckley and Donna (Zeltinger) Jimerson of Valdosta. John was a graduate of Lowndes High 1997. He was an avid music person and sports fan. He was a student football coach at Lowndes. Every Friday he would call Rock 108 for his music requests and football picks for all the weekend games. On the radio he was known as “Johnny the Greek”. He worked part time at Quincy’s Steak House and Target. His favorite past time was bingo and going to the Huddle House for coffee with the Boys. He had a heart of gold, whether he gave 5% of 110% and a crazy personality. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. He never met a stranger. Along with his parents he is survived by: brother & sister-in-law: Justin & Mary Jimerson, Norfolk, VA; niece: Mckenna Jimerson, Norfolk, VA and a number of aunts, uncle & cousins. Funeral services

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JINKS, Herman Jerome Jinks (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 14 February 2020) Herman Jerome Jinks was born April 4, 1951 in Greenville, FL to Katherine Ferguson Jinks and Elijah Jinks. Herman was one of six children. He was predeceased by his father, Elijah Jinks and mother, Katherine Ferguson Jinks. He had an active-duty career in the United States Air Force. His military service started after graduating in 1972 from Jones College. He enlisted in the United States Air Force as a Noncommissioned Officer leading many initiatives involving water survival training and recovery of aircraft flight crews. His service included assignments to Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX; Kadena Air Base, Japan; Osan Air Base, Korea; Hickam AFB, HI; David- Monthan AFB, Arizona; Luke AFB, Arizona; Eglin AFB, Florida and Warner- Robbins AFB, Georgia. In his last military assignment, he served as Manager, Aircrew Support at Warner-Robbins AFB, Georgia. He was honorably discharge from the Air Force on January 26, 1983 after over 10 years of service, achieving the rank Technical Sergeant. Herman’s military decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Award, and the Noncommissioned Professional Military Education Ribbon. He experienced significant health challenges and was not able to continue in his career as a professional Air Force member. After his active-duty military career ended, He resided for many years in Tallahassee, FL. Herman passed away on February 14, 2021 from injuries he suffered that curtailed his career and after spending the past three years at the Spinal Cord Injury Unit of the James A. Haley Veteran's Hospital in Tampa Florida. Those left to forever cherish his memory and to treasure his love are his five siblings, sisters: Matilda Ferguson Thomas, Dorothy Jinks Jones, both of Greenville, FL and LaVonne Jinks (Retired Lt. Colonel Daryl) Umstead of Cocoa Beach, FL and San Diego, CA; brothers: Willie Lee Jinks, Jacksonville, FL and Gary Edwin Jinks of Greenville, FL; uncle: Alphonso (Hurbertine) Ferguson of Gainesville, FL; aunts: Vernell Solomon Collins, Atlanta, GA and Dorothy Ferguson McFadden of Gainesville, FL; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives.

JINKS, Katherine F. Jinks (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 20 November 2016) Mrs. Katherine F. Jinks, age 100 of Greenville, FL passed away in Madison on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Funeral services were Saturday at Shiloh M.B. Church, Burial will be today in Greenwood Cemetery, Tifton, GA. The consummate caregiver for her family, Mrs. Jinks was member of Shiloh M.B. Church, where she decorated the church grounds with beautiful plants. Mourning her passing are her daughters, Matilda Thomas, Dorothy Jones and Lavonne (Daryl) Jinks-Umstead; sons, Willie, Herman and Gary Jinks; brother, Alphonso (Hubertinea) Ferguson; sisters, Vernell Collins, Dorothy McFadden, Louise Fead, Dorothy Feacher; and numerous grand, great, great-great and great-great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello handled the arrangements.

JINRIGHT, Prince Edward Jinright Jr. (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) A memorial service for Prince Edward Jinright Jr. of Thomasville is Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at First Presbyterian Church where he was a member. Mr. Jinright died Sunday, July 25. Born April 2, 1946, in Thomasville, GA he was a son of the late Prince Edward Jinright and Henrietta Russell Jinright. On June 30, 1992, in Thomasville, he married Renee Murrah Jinright of Thomasville. He attended Georgia Tech and graduated from Valdosta State University, served in the U.S. Army Airborne Division, and was an Eagle Scout. He worked for the Department of Agriculture, retired from Thomas County Public Health and presently worked as a Realtor with Red Hills Realty and was former owner of Boots South in Cairo, GA. He loved playing with grandchildren, loved the outdoors and he loved his dog Jessie. He was very artistic and loved wood working, sketching and sculpting. Prince was an artist, a fisherman, canoer, scuba diver, teacher, wood turner, explorer, animal lover, land lover, hiker, fossil collector and a true outdoorsman. Prince was also a loving and gentle husband, father and grandfather. He will truly be missed by all that knew him. Survivors include his wife, Renee Jinright of Thomasville; daughters, Charity Jinright Lutes (Marty) of Thomasville, Henrietta (Rhett) Elizabeth Jinright of Athens; brother, Robert Russell Jinright (Betty) of Thomasville; granddaughters, Anne Martin Lutes, Leila Wasden Lutes both of Thomasville; stepson, David Randall of Austin, TX. He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Jinright. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to YMCA, 103 S. Dawson St, Thomasville, GA 31792.

JOE, Lenita Jones Joe – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 13 December 2020) October 22, 1946 - December 13, 2020

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JOHNS, Alta Bedell Johns (Abstracted from the 4 June 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Alta Bedell Johns, age 60, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away Friday (May 29, 2015) at The Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati following a brief illness. Born in Bakersfield, CA, her parents were Cy Thomas Johns and Irma Floy Lee Johns. She worked as an accountant for Medical Suppliers and also was assistant administrator of Savannah Memorial Hospital in her earlier career. She graduated as valedictorian of the Brantley County High School class of 1972. She then went on to attend college at Georgia Southern University where she graduated in 1976. She enjoyed reading, cooking, traveling, and was of the non-denominational faith. Survivors include her 2 brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard (Teresa) Johns of Nahunta; Kenny (Cheryl) Johns of Waycross; nieces and nephews, Dustin Johns, Thomas (Jadison) Johns, Roxy (Derrick) Sheffield of Waycross; Jesy (Jason) Latham of Brunswick; and great-nephew, Dax Sheffield. A graveside service will be Friday at Corinth Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Annie Ruth Johns (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald April 4, 2006) Annie Ruth Johns, 60 of Bachlott Community in Brantley County, died Saturday morning (April 1, 2006) at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born in Bachlott, Brantley County, and her parents were George M. and Flora Leoa Rowell Johns. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Layton Johns. She taught school in Charlton County, and was head basketball coach and a tennis coach for six years. She took over her father's logging company and was the owner of Johns Timber Company for 27 years. She was best known as the "Georgia Logging Queen" and loved hunting in her spare time. She attended Grace Chapel Baptist Church in Homeland. Survivors include her best friends, Dawn Tarner, of Bachlott, and John and Annette Davis, of Hickox; three sisters, Marjorie Crews and Catherine Middleton, of Bachlott, and Maria Johns (the late, Layton), of Blackshear; six nieces and nephews, Marty Crews, Beth J. Squires, Layton A. Johns II, Jason Middleton, Lara Johns and Jamin Middleton; several greatnieces and nephews; two aunts, Betty Johns, of Jacksonville, FL, and Josephine Pascal, of Smithville, TN. A funeral was scheduled for today at 11 a.m. at her residence with the Rev. Reggie Herrin officiating. Burial will follow in the Bachlott Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Stacy Walker, Pine Tree Walker, Bobby Crews, Harold Williams, Don Drury and Casey Causey. Honorary pallbearers are Jamin Middleton, Bryan Rowell, Barry Rowell, Cordell Wainright, John Davis II, Layton Johns II, Michael Walker, Carl Drury, Lonnie Joe Davis, Barry Wainright, Coochie Miller, Bruce Flansburg, Marshall Crews and Billy Reed. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.chamblessfryefh.com

JOHNS, Charles Randall Johns (Abstracted from the 6 January 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Charles “Randy” Randall Johns, age 41, of Waycross, passed away Monday (Jan. 4, 2016) at his residence after an extended illness. Born in Waukegan, IL, he was the son of Hugh Walter Johns of Jacksonville, and Maggie Corley Howard of Waycross. He was a forklift driver for ScotBilt, and worked many years for Waycross Paving. He attended Remnant Church of God. He loved spending time with his children, watching NASCAR and watching college football. Survivors include his wife, Michelle Johns of Waycross; his twin children, Blake Matthew Johns and Hannah Elizabeth Johns of Waycross, sons, Justin Keith Gwaltney and Alex Nathaniel Gwaltney both of Jacksonville, FL; his father, Hugh (Sharon) Johns of Jacksonville, FL; his mother, Maggie C. Howard of Waycross; 3 brothers, Justin Johns and Benji Howard both of Waycross, and Lee Badcock of Hoboken; 3 sisters and brothers-in-law, Amy Yawn of Hoboken, Hollye Howard (Brian) Drury of Blackshear, and Brandy Howard (Michael) King of Homerville; 2 nieces, Taylor Drury and Briley Drury; 1 step-brother, Gary Holmes; his step-dad, Ricky Howard of Waycross; mother of the twins, Gena Johns of Waycross; and several cousins, aunts, uncles, and other relatives. A funeral will be held Friday Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.

JOHNS, Christina Lynn Chancellor Johns (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 12, 2005) PATTERSON — Christina Lynn "Christy" Chancellor Johns, 29, died suddenly Friday (Sept. 9, 2005) in Brantley County. A native of Duval County, she had lived in Patterson for several years. She had been a warehouse worker with a hospital supply company and was of the Baptist faith. Christy will be remembered as a loving mother who took great pride in her boys, a great aunt and an outgoing and fun loving family person. She was preceded in death by a sister, Sharlett Barber. Survivors are her four sons, Jim Johns III, Justin Johns and Stanley Keene, all of Patterson, and Joey Johns of Folkston; her parents, Fred and Angela King Chancellor of Patterson; a sister and brother-n-law, Barbara and Christopher Lindsey of Jacksonville; four brothers and two sisters-in-law, James and Jennifer Gunter of Folkston, Glen Gunter and Fred Chancellor Jr. both of Patterson and Dewayne and Debra Gunter of Boise, Ida.; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside funeral will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Laura Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held this evening from 7 until 9 at the funeral home. Sympathy may be expressed by 72 signing our online register at www.pearsontreadwell.com. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNS, Christopher Johns (Abstracted from the 15 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Christopher “Eric” Johns, age 31, of Wake Forest, NC, passed away Sunday (Feb. 11, 2018) at his residence after an apparent heart attack. Born and raised in Hortense, his parents are John Willie Johns and Virginia “Ginger” Anderson Johns, of Hortense. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Estues Anderson, and paternal grandparents, Willie and Mildred Johns. He was a member of Hickox Baptist Church. He loved all sports, fishing and spending time with his family and friends, especially his twins, Jaycie and Jayden, and his fiancé, Nicole. He graduated from Brantley County High School in 2005 with a full scholarship to Jacksonville State University and was currently teaching physical education and coaching football at Leesville Road High School in Raleigh, NC. Survivors include his twin children, Jaycie Ann Johns and Jayden Wyatt Johns of Raleigh, NC; his fiancé, Nicole Pasquali of Raleigh, NC; his parents, John Willie Johns and Virginia Anderson Johns of Hortense; his maternal grandmother, Betty Anderson of Hortense; aunts and uncles, Cindy and Rob Ragsdale, and their son Caden, all of Tallahassee, FL, Dorothy Bean of Jacksonville, FL, Jerry and Debbie Parker, and Jeffery and Darlene Johns all of Folkston; and a host of extended family. A funeral will be Saturday at Hickox Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Duck Pond Cemetery in Screven. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Constance Johns (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 21 June 2016) Mrs. Constance “Connie” Johns, age 62, of Millwood, GA, passed away on Thursday, June 16, 2016, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Johns was born on July 29, 1953, in Waycross, GA, to the late Nelson Bennett, Jr. and Dorothy Jean Cook Bennett. She was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Bennett. Survivors include her husband, Charles Johns of Millwood, GA; son, Mark Davis of Millwood, GA; three stepdaughters, Brenda (Frankie) Bryan of Millwood, GA, Denise (Raymond) Crosby of Axson, GA, and Cindy (Jimmy) Lee of Blackshear, GA; brother, Ronald (Sharon) Bennett of Boynton Beach, FL; six grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside services were Saturday, June 18, 2016, at Chatterton Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNS, Culbert Mallard Johns (Abstracted from the 30 November 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Culbert Mallard Johns, age 88, of Nahunta, passed away Tuesday (Nov. 28, 2017) at his residence following an extended illness. Born in Nahunta, he was the son of Walter Rembert Johns and Eliza Jane Morgan Johns. He was also preceded in death by his son, Stevie Patten, his grandson, Stephen Hartwig, three sisters, Cecelia Cherry, Estelle Moore and Blanche Johns, and three brothers, W.O. Johns, Isaac Johns and Ray Johns. He was a member of Nahunta First Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and was a member of the Men’s Bible Sunday School Class. He worked many years as a superintendent for OREMC before retiring. He also served as a corporal in the United States Army during the Korean War, and loved hunting and restoring old automobiles and guns. He was a very loving man and was loved by everyone who knew him. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Mary E. Johns of Nahunta, three children and their spouses, Wayne (Vickie) Patten of Moultrie, Patricia Patten, of The Colony, TX, and Debbie (Johnnie) Tallevast of Nahunta, six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, three sisters, Sue Maddox of Ocala, FL, Rita Johns of South Carolina, and Alene Evans of Brunswick, and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Friday at Nahunta First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The family is receiving friends at his residence, 13177 W. Cleveland St., Nahunta. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Dorothy Greer Johns (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Dorothy Greer Johns, 93, of Waycross, formerly of Hawkinsville, died Tuesday (April 30, 2013) at Baptist Village in Waycross. A graveside service will be held Sunday in Orange Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 until 3 p.m. before the service at Clark Funeral Home in Hawkinsville. She was born in Concord, MA, the daughter of the late Helen Roberts and the step-daughter of the late Cecil Roberts. She was a graduate of Wakefield High School in Wakefield, MA, and Boston City Hospital School of Medical Technology in Boston, MA. She had a long, much-loved career as a medical laboratory technician in both hospital and private medical laboratories. She was the wife of the late Rev. Jean M. Greer for more than 51 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hawkinsville, and the Faith Sunday School class for 19 years. She was recently a member of First Baptist Church of Waycross. She was a volunteer as a “Pink Lady” at Taylor Regional Hospital for 14 years and a Red Cross Bloodmobile volunteer. She was also a past member of the advisory board of Taylor Home Health Care. One of her greatest joys was helping to build a Habitat for Humanity house in Hawkinsville. She is survived by her husband of 13 years, Willard C. Johns; her three children, daughter, Priscilla J. Fowler of Denver, CO; and her friend Gary Ford, of Westcliffe, CO; son, Barry 73

(Lauren) Greer, of Corvallis, OR; son, Bruce (Dale Rogoff) Greer, of White Plains, NY; grandchildren, Ezra Fowler, Amy, Jonathan, Jeffrey and Kaitlin Greer; stepsons, Cal (Celeste) Johns, Nathan (Kimberly) Johns; two step-granddaughters, Rachael and Elizabeth Johns; two brothers, Cecil Roberts, of Littleton, CO, and Frank (Barbara) Roberts, of North Reading, MA; several nieces and nephews. The family requests that donations be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund (478) 892-9076 or the charity of one’s choice. Clark Funeral Home of Hawkinsville is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNS, Edna Irene Johns (Abstracted from the April 1, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A graveside service for Edna Irene Johns, age 74, who died Monday (March 17, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness, will be held Wednesday at Mt. Green Cemetery in Millwood. She was a native of Ware County, but resided in Blackshear as a homemaker. She was the daughter of the late Joe Corbitt and Ola Carter Corbitt. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Charlie and Ray Corbitt, one half-brother, Avery Corbitt, and one sister, Alice Morgan. Survivors include her husband, Randall Johns, of Blackshear; 3 sons, Randy (Linda Gail) Johns, of Waycross, Randall D. (Sheila) Johns, of Brunswick, and James Johns, of Waycross; 1 daughter, Eloise (John) Sanders, of Waycross; 9 grandchildren, Joseph Johns, Gina Meeks, Jason Sanders, April Pittman, Candice Collins, Patricia Johns, Carolyn Johns, Miranda Johns and Brandy Murray; 9 great- grandchildren, Jaye Pittman, Jayla Pittman, Jayden Pittman, Jaylee Pittman, Marcus Goggans Jr., Calab Collins, Vanessa Driggers, Lavonna Driggers and Brianna Driggers; 1 half-sister, Lucy Corbitt, of Douglas; and numerous other relatives. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNS, Edwin Johns (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 22, 1967) Edwin Johns, age 51, died Wednesday in Pineview Hospital in Valdosta. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Johns. He was born in Hamilton County, FL and was a Veteran of World War II. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Frances Arnold Johns, and one daughter, Miss Linda Johns of Pinetta; two brothers, John Johns of Cherry Lake and harry Johns of Belleville; three sisters, Mrs. Eddie Lewis of Jennings; Mrs. Willie Dees of Jasper; Mrs. Grace Hart of New Orleans, LA; his mother, Mrs. Annie Belle Johns of Bellville. Funeral services were held Friday at Beggs Funeral Home.

JOHNS, Enoch Johns (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 6 January 2015) Mr. Enoch Johns, age 93, of Wray, GA, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014, at Macon Medical Center following a brief illness. Mr. Johns was born on January 12, 1921, in Dodge County, GA, to the late John A. Johns and Needie Pitts Johns. Survivors include 1 son, Clyde Johns of Warner Robins, GA; 4 grandchildren, Wendy (Shelly) Simmons, Kelli (Jimmy) Simons, Tim Johns and Clint (Sara) Johns; 10 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Tuesday, December 23, 2014, at Sims Funeral Home. Active pallbearers were great grandsons Zach Simons, Taylor Simons, Trey Simmons, Matt Johns, Mitch Johns, and Blake Selph. Interment followed at Wray Holiness Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNS, Ernest Carroll Johns Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 6, 2012) BRUNSWICK — Ernest “Ernie” Carroll Johns Jr., 55, of Brunswick, died Friday evening (Aug. 3, 2012) from an apparent heart attack. Born in Jacksonville, FL, he was the son of the late Ernest Carroll and Agnes Elizabeth Jacobs Johns. He was also preceded by a brother, Craig Johns. He was a member of Waynesville Missionary Baptist Church where he taught the youth, and was self-employed as a surveyor which he truly loved doing and was the best dad ever. He loved fishing, scuba diving, softball, hunting and flying. He enjoyed building things. One of his projects was a big boat which he called, “Ernie’s Art.” He was a member of Golden Isles EMMAUS, Rally Point and SAMSOG (Surveying and Mapping Society of Georgia.) He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Helen Smith Johns, of Brunswick; three children, Brandy Johns, of Jekyll, Island, Eddie Summerville and Angela Summerville, both of Brunswick; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Byron and Jennifer Johns, of Waynesville, Kyle and Anita Johns, of Waynesboro; a sister and brother-in-law, Pam and Glynn Harper, of Waynesville; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be today at 2 p.m. at Waynesville Missionary Baptist Church in Waynesville. Pallbearers will be Royce Proctor, Tony Smith, John Smith, Norman Blood, Roy Ditmer, Kip Goodbread, Kirk Broughton and David Butler. Honorary pallbearers will be Waynesville Missionary Baptist Church youth group. Interment will follow in Mount Olive Cemetery in Waynesville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the “Youth Group” at Waynesville Missionary Baptist Church, 25530 Highway 82, Waynesville, GA 31566. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

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(Abstracted from the 10 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) TAMPA, Fla. — Eunice Thomas Johns, age 90, of Tampa, FL, passed away Sunday (March 6, 2016) at the Estate at Hyde Park in Tampa following an illness. Born in Offerman Jan. 30, 1926 to the late Archie Lee and Bertie Aspinwall Thomas, she lived in Tampa since 1968. She worked as a telegrapher for the Atlantic Coastline Railroad and the CSX Corporation and was a graduate of Patterson High School. She was a member of the DAR Desoto Chapter of Tampa and a member of the University Club of Tampa. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Leslie Johns, and a brother, Julian L. Thomas. Survivors include a brother, Archie Lee Thomas Jr., of Savannah; two nephews, Archie Bradford (Merrilee) Thomas and Lynn Sumner (Michelle) Thomas; several great-nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Saturday at the Patterson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s of Florida, Gulf Coast Chapter, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd., Suite No. 709, Clearwater, FL 33762. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNS, Gene Demarus Johns Sr. (Abstracted from the 27 October 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Gene Demarus Johns Sr., age 82, of Nahunta, passed away Wednesday (Oct. 25, 2017) at Bayview Nursing Home after an extended illness. Born in Folkston, he was the son of Oliver and Mallie Prescott Johns. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Ann Johns, two brothers, Cy Johns and Owen Johns, a granddaughter, Melissa Johns Hickox, and a niece, Bedell Johns. He served in the United States Navy and was self-employed as an escort driver. He was of the Christian faith and a very sociable guy. He also loved his family, riding the roads and was a chef at heart. Survivors include his three sons and daughters-in-law, Demarus (Judy) Johns Jr., Dale (Patti) Johns and Desmond (Tammy) Johns all of Nahunta; a daughter and son-in-law, Deon (Matt) Cloves of Lulaton; nine grandchildren, D. J. Johns, Jok Johns, Mikey Crews, Ashley Carter, Shane Johns, Lyndsey Johns, April Newman, Dylan Johns and Mattox Cloves; 17 great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, B. S. (Cathy) Johns; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Bachlott Community Church. Burial will follow in Bachlott Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons, D.J. Johns, Jok Johns, Dylan Johns, Shane Johns, Mikey Crews, Kenneth Coleman and John Walker. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Gordon Columbus Johns Jr. (Abstracted from the 13 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Gordon Columbus Johns Jr., age 75, of Waycross, passed away Sunday (Feb. 11, 2018) at Harborview Nursing Home, in Blackshear, following an extended illness. Born in Nahunta, he was the son of Gordon Columbus Johns Sr. and Ruth Hattie Arnold Johns. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Janise Johns Hickox, and a sister, Gertrude Hodges. He enjoyed fishing, walking in the park, eating at Jerry J’s, joking and spending time with his family. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Gordon Scott (Angela) Johns of Edgefield, SC; two daughters and a son-in-law, April (Johnathan) Hickman of Waycross, and Sherrie Johns of Waycross; 11 grandchildren, Joni Blair Woodard, Scarlett Rebekah Woodard, Virginia Clever, Ashley Varnadore, Brittany Widen, Roseanna Johns, Todd Johns, Ashley Lawrence, Derek Moore, Lee Parr and Heather Parr Williams; 14 great-grandchildren, Landon McReynolds, William McReynolds, Rylan Moore, Cason Moore, Dylan Widen, Tristen Widen, Savannah Varnadore, Olivia Varnadore, Madison Varnadore, Landen Clever, Aurella Clever, Scarlette Clever, Kamry Williams and Haley Williams; brother and sister-in-law, Herman (Bonnie) Johns of Middleburg, FL; two sisters, Amelia Cook of Nahunta, and Tavares Tatum of Hoboken; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Bachlott Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence of Sherrie Johns, 323 Greentree Road, Apt. C, Waycross. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Harvey Elmer Johns (Abstracted from the November 25, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) KINGSLAND — Harvey Elmer Johns, 72, of Kingsland, passed away Friday (Nov. 22, 2013) at his residence, following an extended illness. Born in Nahunta, he was the son of the late Perry Johns Sr. and Mattie Moore Johns. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Horace, Jerry and Earl Johns, and one sister, Remonia Johns. He was a member of Kingsland Baptist Church. He worked with Gilman Paper Company as a press operator before his health failed him. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and just loved the outdoors. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Georgia “Susie” Harris Johns, of Kingsland; 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Marion (Alan) Strickland, Denise (Randy) Rowell and Missy (Robbie) Cleland, all of Nahunta; a very special daughter of the home, Cocoa Johns; 2 brothers and sisters-in-law, Ivey (Gail) Johns, of Nahunta, and Bo (Janet) Johns, of Woodbine; a sister, Louise Harris, of Hoboken; 6 grandchildren, Brandon, Jamie and Erica Rowell, Hunter and Byron Strickland and Blake Cleland; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Tuesday in the chapel of Frye Funeral Home. Interment will be in the family plot at Harris Cemetery in Nahunta. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. 75

JOHNS, Jacquelyn Atwell O’Berry Johns (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, August 11, 2010) Mrs. Jacquelyn Atwell O’Berry Johns, 75, passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010, in the South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta. Mrs. Johns was born March 10, 1935 in Ware County to the late Wilson C. O’Berry and Odessa Spikes O’Berry. She had worked for Bway and was a member of the Indian Mound Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by two sons, Harry E. Johns and Joseph Michael Johns. Survivors are her husband, Levi Johns of Homerville; wwo daughters, Atwell Johns Raymond and Renee Johns Noonan, both of Homerville; four sons, Ronnie Johns, Terry Johns, Marshall Johns, all of Homerville and Timothy Johns of Gulfport, MS; a brother, Rondal O’Berry of Millwood; and eleven grandchildren, Steven Johns, Harry Johns. Mandy Delk, Joseph M. Johns II, Jonathan Johns, Christopher Johns, Kyle Joyner, Matthew Johns, Paige Johns, John Mark Johns, and Amber Noonan, eleven great grandchildren; and a number of other relatives. Services for Mrs. Johns were held Monday August 2, 2010, at Indian Mound Missionary Baptist Church at Millwood. Interment was in the Indian Mound Church Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home served the Johns Family.

JOHNS, James David Johns (Abstracted from the 17 February 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. James David “Papa David” Johns, age 67, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, in Brooksville, FL, following a brief illness. Mr. Johns was born on March 30, 1949, in Douglas, GA, to the late Albert Lee Johns and Hazel Chaney Johns. Survivors include his 4 daughters, Donna Sue Carter of Alma, GA; Peggy Davis, Wanda Davis, and Brenda Smith all three of Douglas, GA; 2 sons, Junior Reliford and Kenneth Reliford both of Douglas, GA; 2 sisters, Frances Phinazee and Linda Grantham both of Douglas, GA; 3 brothers, Charles Johns of Millwood, GA; Melvin Johns of Axson, GA; and Ernest Johns of Douglas, GA; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne Richardson Johns; a son, Roy Reliford; and a sister, Joanne Hilliard. Funeral services were Sunday, February 5, 2017, at the Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Chatterton Church Cemetery.

JOHNS, James L. Johns (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 18 April 2017) Pastor James “Jim” L. Johns, age 75, passed away on April 18, 2017 in Perry, FL. James was born February 26, 1942 in Orlando, FL to Daniel Elmer Johns and Minnie Irene Simpson Johns. Bro. Johns was of the Pentecostal faith and was a member of Pentecostals of Perry. Bro. Jim was the founding pastor of Word of Truth Tabernacle, which later was renamed Pentecostals of Perry, preaching there for 25 years with his wife, Sister Marlene at his side, before passing his ministry on to his son Pastor John Johns. Jim worked as a Security Guard with Watkins Construction for over 20 years. Bro. Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Johns, his son Robert Johns, daughter-in-law Kimberly Johns and grandson Brett Johns, and his parents Daniel Elmer Johns and Minnie Irene Simpson Johns. Bro. Johns is survived by his sons, Pastor John (Donna) Johns, David (Lawanna) Johns, Larry (Donna) Johns; a brother, L. B. Johns; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Saturday, April 22, 2017 at Pentecostals of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pineview Memorial Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JOHNS, Janie Johns (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 15, 1945) Miss Janie Johns, long-time resident of Bellville and frequent visitor in Madison with her sister, Mrs. W. L. Tooke, died in a hospital in Tampa Monday morning and was laid to rest in the cemetery at Dunedin, FL. She was 84 years and eight months old.

JOHNS, Jeffrey Paige Johns (Abstracted from the 29 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jeffrey Paige Johns, age 51, died Wednesday (Oct. 28, 2015) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick from a sudden illness. He was born July 19, 1964 in Waycross, to Barbara Wilson Johns and Seba G. Johns Sr. He attended Waycross High School and obtained his GED later. He moved to St. Simons Island where he had a landscaping business, and formerly worked in the maintenance department of Charter By The Sea. He worked at Emmeline and Hessie’s, the Crab Trap, and was later the manager of Richard’s Disco and Lounge. He also attended the Georgia Power sponsored technical school in Milledgeville, studying HVAC, and moved to Brantley County in 2000. He loved a good fishing trip, could fix anything and had an eye for all things mechanical. He was preceded in death by his father, Seba G. Johns Sr., and his brother, Seba G. Johns. He is survived by his daughter, Allye Leggett of Brunswick; his mother, Barbara W. Johns of Brantley County; 2 sisters, Ileen Johns Skarpalezos and Marie Johns (Al) Sawyer of St. Simons Island; his granddaughter, Brianna Herrington of Brunswick; 1 niece, Winnie M. 76

Skarpalezos and 1 nephew, George Skarpalezos II, both of St. Simons Island; 1 aunt, June Wilson of Virginia; and several cousins. Memorials may be sent to Crawford Street Baptist Church, 204 S. Crawford St., Waycross, GA 31501 or to Hickox Baptist Church, 7224 Caney Bay Road, Nahunta, GA 31553. A funeral will be Friday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JOHNS, Jeffrey Ross Johns (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Jeffrey Ross Johns, age 41, of Lakeland, GA passed away from a sudden illness May 11, 2013 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born March 6, 1972 in Jesup, GA to the late Herman Lee Johns & Alice Jeanette Kirkland Mancil. He was Baptist by faith, loved children, had a love for basketball, and playing the Trumpet. He worked at Hamilton County Department of Corrections which was a great accomplishment and goal he was proud of. He is preceded in death by his father Herman Lee Johns, a brother Michael Lee Johns, and a step-mother Shelby J. Johns. Survivors include his mother Alice J. Mancil of Lakeland, GA; brother & sister-in-law Robert E. & Margaret Johns of Lakeland, GA; brother Timothy J. Johns of Jasper, FL; sister Sandra K. Johns of Lakeland, GA; son & the son’s mother Zachary C. Johns & April Johns; niece & nephew-in-law Lacey & Rene Chavez; niece & nephew-in-law Misty & Jamie Rogers; nephew & niece-in-law Justin & Ashley Johns nephew & niece-in-law Corey & Judy Kirkland; nephew & niece-in-law Trey & Robin; nephew Little Robert Johns; niece Amber Marie Garrett; niece Suzanne Heck; nephew Timmy Johns; nephew Jacob Johns; great nieces- Kayla Rogers, Myanna Rogers, Farrah Johns, and Ansley Kirkland; great nephews- Blake Johns, Tristian Melton, Gage Creecy, and C.J. Kirkland. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, May 15, 2013 in Goodhope Cemetery in Lowndes County, GA. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is serving the family.

JOHNS, Joey Calvin Johns (Abstracted from the 26 January 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOBOKEN — Joey Calvin Johns, age 63, of Hoboken, passed away Tuesday (Jan. 23, 2018) at his residence after a brief illness. Born in Waycross, he was the son of the late Wesley Johns and Mollie Crews Johns. He was also preceded by two brothers, Jesse Johns and James Johns, and a sister, Rosa Johns. He was a machine operator for King Edward Cigar Factory and loved going to the river and working in his flower garden. Survivors include his brother, Charles Johns of Hoboken, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Janice and Marvin Alford of Hoboken, and Lisa and Chuck Waldron of Waycross, and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral was on schedule for this morning at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Hoboken Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Joseph Michael Johns, Sr. (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, January 27, 2010) Mr. Joseph Michael Johns, Sr., 45, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2010, at Gainesville VA Medical Center. Mr. Johns was born February 1, 1964, in Clinch County, to Levi Johns and Jacquelyn O’Berry Johns of Homerville. He was a Welder at Dependable Welding, a member of the Indian Mound Missionary Baptist Church, and a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Johns was preceded by his brother: Harry Ellis Johns, Sr. Survivors other than his mother and father are his wife, Kelly Soza Johns of Homerville; a step-daughter, Kady Mae Pittman of Pearson; two sons and daughters-in-law, Joseph M. and Amy Johns, Jr. of Homerville, and Christopher David Johns of Waycross; three step-sons, Kevin Umberger, Robert Simpson, and Kyle Simpson all of Valdosta; two sisters, Attwell Raymond, and Donna Renee Nooman both of Homerville; four brothers, Ronnie Johns, Terry Johns, and Marshal Johns all of Homerville, and Tim Johns of Gulfport, MS; three grandchildren, Lara Lei Johns, Whitney Johns, and Gracelyn Pittman; and several other relatives. Services for Mr. Johns were held Saturday, January 23, 2010, at Indian Mound Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was in the Indian Mound Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home served the Johns Family.

JOHNS, Joyce Lane Johns (Abstracted from the June 30, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Joyce Lane Johns, age 83, of Nahunta, died Saturday (June 28, 2014) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Kingsland after a brief illness. Born in Hoboken, she was the daughter of William Lawton and Mattie Williams Lane. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Colonel Ray Johns, and several brothers and sisters, Lois Coad, Hazel Byrd, Helen Crews, Thelma Lee, Robert Lane, Edna Lane and Reba Lane. She was a homemaker and an active member of Nahunta First Baptist Church. Survivors include her 6 children and their spouses, Deborah J. (Donald) Griner, of Nahunta, Michael (Virginia) Johns, of Nahunta, Judith D. Johns, of Nahunta, Jan J. Free, of North Carolina, Jerry L. (Tracy) Johns, of Macon, and Rocky (Michelle) Johns, of Hoboken; 11 grandchildren and their spouses, Jason (Lisa) Strickland, of Hortense, Alysha S. (Scott) Henning, of Woodbine, Jennifer G. (Matt) West, of Winder, Julie G. (Tony) Rowell, of Nahunta, Janet G. (Neil) White, of Alma, Christy N. 77

Beepath, of Jesup, April N. Morgan, of Florida, Jessie H. Johns, of Macon, David L. Johns, of Macon, Jared C. Johns, of Hoboken, and Ray Jackson Johns, of Hoboken; 15 great-grandchildren, Carly R. Strickland, of Hortense, Grant W. Henning and Hudson R. Henning, both of Woodbine, Logan M. Leverette, of Winder, Manning M. West, of Winder, Maddox G. West, of Winder, Jayden M. Rowell, of Nahunta, Jackson E. Rowell, of Nahunta, Nathan E. White, of Alma, Aiden T. White, of Alma, Emma L. White, of Alma, Kylie M. Beepath, of Jesup, Kameron D. Beepath, of Jesup, Zach A. Morgan, of Florida, and Elizabeth A. Morgan, of Florida; 1 sister, Doris Griffin, of Waycross; 1 brother and sister-in-law, W.B “JR” Lane (Elizabeth), of Hoboken; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A funeral will be Tuesday at Nahunta First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Rob Lewis Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Joyce Oleta Morgan Johns (Abstracted from the 26 September 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) AUGUSTA — Joyce Oleta Morgan Johns passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday (Sept. 24, 2014) surrounded by her family in Augusta. Born Dec. 21, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Noel Morgan and Lovie Morgan Wildes, of Nahunta. She was raised in Nahunta and it was there she met her husband, the late Bennie Johns. They were together until his death in 1991. Also preceding her in death was her youngest daughter, Donna Johns Lesser, and an infant son, Noel Dennis Johns. She was a homemaker and a devoted member of Glenn Hills Baptist Church in Augusta. She leaves behind to cherish her memory 1 son, Larry (Barbara) Johns, of Hortense; daughters, Diane (Michael) Blaker, of St. Albany, WV, Barbara Torres, Sheila (Wayne) Newman and Cynthia Newman (Robert Powell), all of Augusta; a brother John (Althea) Brooker, of White Oak; 9 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Kermit Johns (Abstracted from the 5 November 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Kermit “Lamar” Johns, age 68, of Nahunta, passed away Monday (Nov. 3, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following an extended illness. Born in Winokur, he was the son of Kermit Johns and Lula Mae Allen Johns. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Margaret Ann Johns, two sisters, Ann Johns and Glenda Davis, and a brother, Wayne Johns. He was a sergeant in the United States Army. He also worked many years as a heavy equipment operator and truck driver for Bobby Johns Trucking. He was a member of Bachlott Church of God and he enjoyed gardening, mowing grass, fishing and he loved his church. Survivors include his wife, Hazel Lee Johns, of Nahunta; 4 step-daughters and their spouses, Linda (Roy) Crummey, of Nahunta, Charlene (Darrel) Smith, of Nahunta, Theresa (Tony) Drury, of Hoboken, and Cindy Batten, of Hoboken; 11 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 4 sisters and brothers-in-law, Sue (Charles) White, of Hickox, Wanda (Jim) Mohandespour, of Bachlott, Estor (Carl) Nettles, of Bachlott, and Drene (Michael) Herrin, of Hickox; 1 brother-in-law, Gene Johns, of Bachlott; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday at Bachlott Church of God. Burial will follow in Bachlott Church Cemetery with full military honors. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Layton Albert Johns II (Abstracted from the 18 December 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Layton Albert Johns II, age 53, passed away Thursday (Dec. 14, 2017) at his home. He was born Oct. 31, 1964 in Jesup, to Layton and Dean (Wilson) Johns. He grew up in Brantley and Glynn counties and was a long-time resident of St. Simons Island. He owned his own painting company for more than two decades and proudly served as a Ranger in the United States Army. He is survived by a daughter, Leean Johns (Brian) Chojnowski of Tallahassee, FL; his mother, Dean Johns of St. Simons Island; a sister, Lara (John) Forsyth of Valona, GA; four nieces, Parker Woods, Katie Little, Ginny Squires and Morgan Medlin; one nephew, Ricky Squires; many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and a sister, Beth Squires. A celebration of his life will be held at the St. Simons Casino Building, 550 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, today. Burial will be Wednesday at Rob Lewis Cemetery, Raybon. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honor may be made to the Army Ranger Lead the Way Fund, https://www.leadthewayfund.org/ Arrangements are entrusted to Chapman Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Brunswick.

JOHNS, Leon Johns (Abstracted from the 19 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Leon Johns, age 75, died Sunday (Dec. 18, 2016) at Specialty Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, following an extended illness. He was born in Racepond and lived in many places before moving to Waycross. He also served in the United States Army. He was a son of the late Trody Johns and Pearl Branch Johns. He was preceded in death by a brother, John Melton Johns, and a sister, Betty Sue Sanders. He is survived by a sister, Agnes (Wiley) Carter of Waycross, two brothers, Woley (Charlene) Johns of Warner

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Robins, and Randall Johns of Waycross, a daughter, Wanda Johns Torres of Hoboken, and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel.

JOHNS, Levi Johns (Abstracted from the 19 September 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Levi Johns, age 80, passed away Tuesday (Sept. 16, 2014) at Clinch Memorial Hospital, Homerville, following short illness. He was born Oct. 18, 1933 in Ware County, a son of the late Alexander Steve Johns and Martha Jane Crews Johns. He was retired from B-Way as a truck driver with 32 years of service and was a member of Indian Mound Missionary Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by wife, Jacquelyn Atwell Johns, and two sons, Harry E. Johns and Joseph Michael Johns. Survivors include 2 daughters and a son-in-law, Atwell Raymond, and Donna Renee and Walter Courson, all of Homerville; 4 sons and daughters-in-law, Ronnie (Maggie) Johns, Terry Johns and Marshall (Doris) Johns, all of Homerville, and Tim (Elizabeth) Johns, of El Cajon, CA; 17 grandchildren, Steven Johns, Harry Johns, Mandy Delk, Joseph M. Johns II, Johnathon Johns, Christopher Johns, Kyle Joyner, Mathew Johns, Paige Johns, John Mark Johns, Amber Noonan, Keith Mills, Melissa White, Michelle White, Reb Guy, Brad Infinger and Donna Meadows; 26 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Indian Mound Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Indian Mound Church Cemetery.

JOHNS, Macie Crews Johns (Abstracted from the 13 July 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Macie Crews Johns, age 79, of Nahunta, passed away Monday (July 10, 2017) at Hospice of the Golden Isles in Brunswick. Born in Hoboken, she was the daughter of Raymond Crews and Estelle Howell Crews. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roscoe Johns, a son, Randy Johns, a sister, Rosie Mae Dubose, and two brothers, Leonard Crews and James Crews. She was of the Church of God Faith and enjoyed cooking, helping others and loved her grandbabies. She worked many years at the Pants Factory in Nahunta as a seamstress. Survivors include her three sons and a daughter-in-law, Robert Johns, Lonnie Johns, Andy Johns (Camille Harris), all of Nahunta; 12 grandchildren, J.J. Johns, Cole Johns, Misty Johns, Rodney Johns, Luke Johns, Levi Johns, Tyler Johns, Dalton Johns, Kyle Crews, Jamie Johns, Jesse Johns and Holt Crews; several great-grandchildren; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Framan (Linda) Crews of Hoboken, Horace (Diane) Crews of Alma, Buddy (Susie) Crews of Hickox; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be Friday at New Hope Cemetery. The family is receiving friends at the residence of Buddy and Susie Crews, 168 Johnson Circle, Nahunta. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Marlene M. Johns (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL October 29, 2014) Marlene M. Johns, age 75, of Perry, passed away October 29, 2014, at Shands at UF in Gainesville. Marlene was born September 24, 1939 in Detroit, MI, to Sylvester VanDeWalle and Marie (DeWitt) VanDeWalle. Mrs. Johns was of the Pentecostal Faith and was a member of Pentecostals of Perry. Marlene retired from Martin's Electronic after 27 years of employment as a Quality Control Tech. Marlene assisted her husband Pastor Jim Johns for 25 years at Word of Truth Tabernacle, now known as Pentecostals of Perry. She taught Sunday school, Vacation Bible School, and had a lifetime devoted to many children's ministry where many came to know Jesus as Lord. Mrs. Johns was preceded in death by her parents Sylvester VanDeWalle and Marie VanDeWalle, her son and daughter-in-law Robert and Kimberly Johns, grandson Brett Johns, and her brother Richard VanDeWalle. Mrs. Johns is survived by her husband of 54 years James L. Johns of Perry, FL; her sons, John (Donna) Johns of Perry, David (Lawana) Johns of Tuttle, OK, and Larry (Donna) Johns of Perry; her brother Joe VanDeWalle of Bradenton; 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at Pentecostals of Perry on Saturday, November 1, 2014. Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JOHNS, Mollie Jane Crews Johns (Abstracted from the July 28, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mollie Jane Crews Johns, age 83, of Hoboken, passed away Saturday (July 26, 2014) at her residence following an extended illness. She was born Mollie Jane Crews at Petty Crossing in Hoboken, Oct.16, 1930. She was the daughter of the late Eddie and Bertie Crews. She lived in Hoboken for most of her adult life and was an employee of Swisher Sweets International (King Edward) for 39 years before retiring in 1992. She was a lifelong member of Hoboken Baptist Church. She was an amazing woman who mothered and raised seven children. She loved cooking for her family as well as for anyone who dropped by. She continued cooking for her family up until the last few months of her life. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Wesley Estell Johns, her daughter, Rosa Johns, her sons, Jesse Johns and James Johns, five brothers, 79

Albert Crews, Harvey Crews, Pat Crews, Claude Crews and Frank Crews, and four sisters, Irene Crews, Ruby Crews, Minnie Crews and Frances Flowers. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Janice Louella (Marvin) Alford, of Hoboken; Lisa (Chuck) Waldron, of Waycross; her 2 sons, Charles Wesley Johns, Joey Johns, both of Hoboken; 11 grandchildren; 16 great- grandchildren; special nephews, Al Blanchard, Jerry Crews and Abe Flowers; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Monday at Hoboken Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Hoboken City Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be her grandsons, John Alford, Leon Johns, Michael Johns, Shannon Bloodworth, Marcus Butler and Jimmy Bramlitt, the husband of her granddaughter, Lindsay Bramlitt.

JOHNS, Nelson Edwin Johns (Abstracted from the 25 August 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Nelson Edwin Johns, age 65, died Thursday (Aug. 24, 2017) at Eagle Health and Rehabilitation in Statesboro after an extended illness. He was born in Homerville, but lived most of his life in Ware County. He was a co-owner of Johns’ Shell Station. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lois Alvin Johns and Christeen White Johns, four brothers, Alvin Johns, Laverne Johns, Robert Johns and Ferrell Johns, and two sisters, Waunell Corbitt and Ophelia Quigley. Survivors include one son, Kenneth (Jill) Johns of Statesboro; four grandchildren, Braxton Johns, Mason Johns, Zach Pantin and Zoe Pantin; one sister, Barbara Johns Wall of Pearson; two brothers, Eugene (Gail) Johns and Earl (Mary) Johns both of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Saturday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Zion Hill Cemetery in Millwood.

JOHNS, Nettie Chauncey Johns (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 16, 2008) Nettie Chauncey Johns, 92, died Wednesday (Oct. 15, 2008) at Baptist Village following a long illness. She was a native of Fargo, but lived most of her life in Ware County. She was married to the late Euley Gordon Johns and was daughter of the late William Sylvester Chauncey Sr. and Emma Riberon Chauncey. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Sara Chauncey Gillis, Rilla Chauncey Cox and Mary Chauncey Parrish; and four brothers, William Chauncey, Willis Chauncey, William Sylvester Chauncey Jr. and Wildon Chauncey. She was a homemaker and farmer. She was a member of Newbern Baptist Church. Survivors include a brother, Allen L. Chauncey (wife Mary), of Jacksonville, Fla.; four sisters, Ollie Chauncey Shank (husband Wilbur), of Churubusco, Ind., Arrie Chauncey Dann, of Fulton, N.Y., Louise Chauncey Illum, of Whittier, Calif., and Alma Chauncey Forman, of Jupiter, Fla.; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.

JOHNS, Robert Jesse Johns (Abstracted from the 3 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Robert Jesse Johns, age 61, of Nahunta, passed away Saturday (June 30, 2018) at his residence. Born in Jesup, he was the son of Roscoe Johns and Macie Crews Johns. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Randy Johns. He worked many years as a Logger with Murray Logging. He attended the Church of God and enjoyed mechanicing, camping and hunting. Survivors include his two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert (Tiffany) Johns of Midway, Jesse (Cassie) Johns of Callahan, GA; 10 grandchildren, Logan (Dalton) Johnson of Blackshear, Jamie Hurd of Oklahoma, Jack Hurd of North Carolina, Jessica Baggett Johns of North Carolina, Carson Johns of Callahan, FL, Macie Johns, Lynsey Johns and C.J. Johns, all of Nahunta, Cameron Johns, of Callahan, FL, and Tanner Johns of Midway; his great-granddaughter, Emma Brown of Blackshear; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Lonnie Ward Johns of Nahunta, and Andy Roscoe (Camille) Johns of Nahunta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Thursday at Frye Funeral Home. The family will be receiving friends at the residence of Drene Herrin, 6152 Highway 301, Nahunta.

JOHNS, Shelby Jean Johns (Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate May 1st, 2013) Shelby Jean Johns, 73, of Lakeland, passed away at her residence Tuesday, April 16, 2013 after a lengthy illness. She was born January 26, 1940 to the late Julius and Manie (Kimbrell) Strickland in Berry, AL. She was a seamstress at Levi’s Company and a Baptist by faith. She was always a great friend to those she befriended and loved simple living and hard work. Along with her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband Herman Lee Johns. Survivors include: son and daughter–in-law Robert and Margaret Johns of Lakeland, son Timothy Johns of Jasper, Fl, son Jeffrey Johns of Lakeland, daughter Kay Johns of Lakeland, two nieces Rose and Joyce of Berry, AL, and a special niece Lori Wyres of Lakeland, GA. As per her wishes she was cremated and a memorial service was Friday, April 19, in the Love Joy Community Church. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the Johns Family.

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(Abstracted from the 26 April 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Sherrell Annette Crews Johns, age 73, of Waycross passed away Thursday (April 25, 2019) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick after an extended illness. Born in Bakersfield, CA, her parents were Joe Terrell Crews and Elma Lyons Crews. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Edgar James Johns, and brother, Stanley Crews. She was a homemaker and a member of Community Advent Christian Church. She loved spending time with her family and doing word searches. Survivors include her two sons and a daughter-in-law, Timothy and Mary Beth Johns, of Schlatterville, and Alan Johns, of Nahunta; six grandchildren, Samantha Johns, Matthew Johns, Serena Johns, Sabra Johns, Jeanie Johns and Mark Johns; a great-grandchild, Ava Johns; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Terry and Kathy Crews, of Kingsland, and Stacy and Tammy Crews, of Nahunta; and also several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakgrove Cemetery in Raybon.

JOHNS, Violet Johns (Abstracted from the 21 December 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOBOKEN — Violet “Estha” Johns, age 87, of Hoboken, passed away Wednesday (Dec. 19, 2018) at her residence after an extended illness. Born in Hoboken, she was the daughter of Arthur Harris and Alma Griffin Harris. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Johnny Harris, and a sister, Caroline Doggett. She was a homemaker and a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her grandkids, traveling, fishing, cooking and bluegrass music. Survivors include her husband, Andrew Johns Sr., of Hoboken; two sons and daughters-in-law, Clyde Sumner (Glenda), of Jesup, Bobby Sumner (Sandra), of Darien; her daughter, Bobbie Sue Sumner, of Darien; three step-children, Zada Spurling, of Baldwin, FL, Jackie Johns, of Baldwin, FL, and Andy Johns, of Hoboken; five grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren; a sister, Louise Bargeron, of Waycross; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in High Bluff Cemetery.

JOHNS, Willard Calhoun Johns (Abstracted from the 11 April 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Willard Calhoun Johns passed away Friday (April 8, 2016) at Baptist Village in Waycross. He was born in Brantley, AL, Aug. 29, 1920, to Lem Albert Johns and Flossie Farmer Johns. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Daniel Johns, and second wife, Dorothy Greer Johns, his only grandson, Willard Calhoun Johns III, and his three sisters, Helen Fitzgerald, Lucy Edalgo and Janice. He is survived by two sons, Willard Calhoun (Celeste) Johns Jr. and Nathan (Kimberly) Johns; two granddaughters, Rachael Johns and Elizabeth Johns; and one brother, Mac Johns. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Hawkinsville for more than 60 years and at his death was a member of First Baptist Church, Waycross. He was a 31st degree Mason and a 70- year member of Mount Hope Lodge No. 9 Hawkinsville. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his meritorious service in combat in the European Theater. A memorial service was to be held at the Baptist Village Monday. A graveside service will be Tuesday at Orange Hill Cemetery. Clark Funeral Home of Hawkinsville in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Addison L. Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 4 April 2018) Addison L. Johnson, age 7, of Clyattville passed away Monday after a courageous 4-year battle with cancer. Addison was born on July 19, 2010 in Valdosta to Jeffrey & Lindsee Johnson of Clyattville. She attended 2nd grade at Clyattville Elementary School. As most 7 year olds she was very active and was very independent, “I’ll do it myself”. She loved riding horses, watching YouTube, spending time with her little brother, Bryson and staying up half the night watching “Full House”. She was preceded in death by her great-grandfathers, Loyd Dowling McLendon, Ralph Johnson & Buddy Shelton and great- grandmother, Sue Raines. Along with her parents, she is survived by: brother, Bryson Loyd Johnson, Clyattville, maternal grandmother, Heather Raines, Pensacola, FL; maternal grandfather, Larry E. Raines, Jr., Hahira; paternal grandmother, Linda Johnson, Alabama; paternal grandfather, Jeff Johnson, Valdosta; maternal great- grandmother, Sharon Shelton, Lake Park; paternal great-grandmother, Faye Johnson, Nashville; paternal great- grandmother, Annie Faye McLendon, Alabama; extended family, Leon & Betty Barlow, Valdosta and a number of uncles, aunts and cousins. A celebration of Addison’s life will be Thursday, April 5, 2018 in the Redland Baptist Church, 4888 Rocky Ford Rd, Valdosta, GA with burial following in Dasher Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Hospice of South Georgia, 2263 Pineview Dr., Valdosta, GA 31602. The Johnson family is being cared for by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

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Alex Franklin Johnson, 92, a lifelong resident of Waycross, died Monday (Sept. 10, 2012) at Emory Hospital in Atlanta, following a brief illness. He was born Oct. 8, 1919 on Sapelo Island, the son of Ben M. Sr. and Maggie Bland Johnson. His siblings were Hulbert Johnson, Ben M. Johnson Jr. and Juanita Johnson Kimberlin. He graduated from Waycross High School (class of 1935), where he played football. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, the former Julia DeLeGal. Survivors include his daughter Sheila Johnson Kent, and son-in-law, David Kent, of Marietta; his daughter, Judith Johnson, of Decatur; grandson, Jordan Kent, of Hollywood, FL; granddaughter, Katie Kent Burgoon, grandson-in-law, Jeph Burgoon, and newborn greatgranddaughter, Gemma Wynn Burgoon, of Atlanta; several nephews and nieces including Mike Johnson and Linda Bryan Johnson, of Fort Walton Beach, FL, Robert Landrum, of Waycross, Nanette Landrum Bishop and Fraysse DeLeGal III, of Jesup, Peter Niles, of Costa Rica; Suzanne Niles Slaughter, of Ocala, FL; Patricia Niles Robertson, Philip Niles and Sudie Niles, of Daytona Beach, FL; Mary DeLeGal Dailey, of Columbia, SC; Melba DeLeGal Joswiak, of Mexico Beach, FL; Herbert DeLeGal, of Louisville, KY; Fae Maron, of Fort Myers, FL; Bette Maron Hall, of Snellville; and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. He served proudly with the U.S. Army in the South Pacific during World War II. He was a radio-maintenance man with a coastal gun-laying radar unit when radar was still top secret. His military experience was a source of great pride to him and he relished telling many colorful stories of it in his later years. Professionally, he worked for 42 years as general manager of Georgia Cigar and Tobacco Company of Waycross, where his strong work ethic was the hallmark of his success and longevity. He served for many years at Hebardville Baptist Church and Sweetwater Baptist Church (formerly Memorial Baptist) as a deacon, Sunday School superintendent, Training Union director and in many other capacities. He was also an active Gideon. In retirement, he became a clown, entertaining at schools, in parades, birthday parties and store openings. A self-taught magician, he was also a member of the Woman’s Club Fun-Time Band which he joined after his wife Julia, a charter member, became disabled and the band needed a washtub player. The group was previously comprised only of women, and he described himself in the band’s performances as “a rose among the thorns.” He possessed a wonderful sense of humor and was a great storyteller. He was a man of high integrity, a good neighbor, a dedicated father and husband, a loyal friend, and a responsible citizen who always voted and donated blood. He lived in the same house for most of his 92 years, until moving in July of this year to Montclair Assisted Living in Decatur to be near his daughters. The funeral is set for Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Music Funeral Home chapel. Interment will follow the service at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home of Waycross is handling arrangements for the Johnson family.

JOHNSON, Annie Louise Johnson (Abstracted from the 16 September 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The Rev. Annie Louise Johnson, age 94, died Thursday (Sept. 15, 2016) at Clear Creek Nursing and Rehab in Mint Hill, NC, after an extended illness. A native of Sandy Flat, SC, she moved in the 1940s to Waycross where she made her home and lived most of her life before moving to Mint Hill, NC six years ago. She was a Christian Education director and ordained deacon with the United Methodist Church for more than 30 years. The Rev. Johnson was a minister and member of First United Methodist Church Waycross. She was the daughter of the late J. Elmer Clark and Mattie Parker Clark. Survivors include her husband, B. Morris Johnson, of Mint Hill, NC; four children, Lem (Del) Johnson of Milledgeville, GA, David (Susan) Johnson of Mint Hill, NC, Mark (Amy) Johnson of Kissimmee, FL, and Alan (Trish) Johnson of Mooreville, NC; 6 grandchildren, Beau (Kristen) Johnson of Charleston, SC, Harli (Kevin) Palme of Asheville, NC, Jeremiah (Allison) Johnson of Monroe, NC, Eric (Terri Lynn) Johnson of Atlanta, Alice (Kenny) Williams of Jacksonville, FL, and Andrew Johnson of Asheville, NC; 7 great-grandchildren, Mattie Clark Palme, Pearl Palme, Vivian Palme, Parker and Sam Johnson, Brooks Johnson and Micah Williams; 1 sister, Lillian Cleveland of Traveler’s Rest, SC; and 16 nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Sunday at First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 410 Williams St., Waycross, GA 31501, Epworth United Methodist Conference Center or United Methodist Committee on Relief. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Artice Mae Wilson Johnson (Abstracted from the 2 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Artice Mae Wilson Johnson, age 83, passed away at home Friday (April 29, 2016) after an extended illness. A lifelong resident of Waycross, she was born May 10, 1932. She was a retiree of Seaboard Coast Line Railroad. She was preceded in death by her husband, Algier Lee Johnson Sr., her parents, Richard and Cornelia Wilson, two sisters, Verndell Brown and Myrtice Bellamy, and one brother, Alton Wilson. She is survived by 2 daughters, Selena M. Harris of Waycross, and Tanya E. (Michael) O’Neal of Macon; 1 son, Algier Lee (Rosetta) Johns Jr. of Macon; 3 grandchildren, Michael O’Neal III of Atlanta, Keisha (Trey) McDowell of Macon, and LaTanya Johnson of Knoxville, TN; 3 sisters, Vivian Pierce of Waycross, Thewana Parrish of Portsmouth, VA, and Terrie (Marion) McGauley of Blackshear; 1 brother, Clinton (Mopsy) Wilson of Savannah; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and extended family. She will be deeply missed by all who loved her. The family is receiving friends at her home, 321 Glass St., Waycross. Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross is handling the arrangements. 82

JOHNSON, Aurmer Mae Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Aurmer Mae “Koot” Johnson, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County and was the daughter of the late Perry Richard Ward and Estelle Sheffield Ward. Mrs. Johnson was a longtime and active member of Friendship Baptist Church, where she served as Church Treasurer and Sunday School Teacher for many years. In her spare time she enjoyed spending time with family especially her grandchildren, hunting, fishing, and gardening. Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by her husband, Barney E. Johnson in March 2009. She is survived by a son Barney E. Johnson, Jr. and wife Laura, of Perry, FL, (2) sisters; Edith Susie Murphy and Janie Padgett, and husband Doyle, all of Perry, FL, (2) grandchildren; Eric Johnson, and wife Melissa, and Lindsey Aman, and husband Michael, (3) great- grandchildren, all of Perry, FL, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, September 16, 2011 with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Avie Blount Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 16, 2012) Avie “Wanette” Blount Johnson, 70, of Nahunta, passed away Friday morning (June 22, 2012) at Bayview Nursing Home, following an extended illness. Born in Hickox, she was the daughter of the late Samuel E. Jr. and Lillie Strickland Blount. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Dorothy Dixon. She was a custodian for the Brantley County Board of Education; she enjoyed singing, reading and loved her church. She was a member of Raybon Church of God of Prophecy. Survivors include four children and their spouses, George and Rhonda Dixon, of Nahunta, Juanita Dixon Woodson, of Waynesville, Sheryl and Anthony Waters, of Brunswick, and Bobby Johnson, of Waynesville; eight grandchildren, Eric and Cami Dixon, of Hickox, Elizabeth Waters, of Brunswick, Ashlee Johnson, of Hickox, Stephanie and Sug Grant, Hope Dixon, of Hickox, Kristy Waters, of Brunswick, Carly Woodson, of Hickox, and Jacob Johnson, of Blackshear; 10 greatgrandchildren; two sisters and a brother-in- law, Nadine Taylor, of Hickox, and Annie Lou and Harold Williams, of Hickox; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation will be held this evening starting at 6 o’clock at Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. A funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2, at Raybon Church of God of Prophecy with the Rev. Bruce Dean and the Rev. Ronnie Sharpe officiating. Burial will follow in the Bethlehem Cemetery, Hickox. Pallbearers will be Donnie Crews, Roger Strickland, Walter Story, Carlos Blount, Wyatt Blount and Tommy Marshal. Honorary pallbearers will be the nurses and staff of Bayview Nursing Home. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNSON, B. Morris Johnson (Abstracted from the 28 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) B. Morris Johnson, age 92, died Feb. 21, 2017 at The Cove at Brookdale Charlotte East in Charlotte, NC after a brief illness. The funeral will be Saturday at First United Methodist Church Waycross. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Johnson was a native of Waycross, born on March 7, 1924 to the late W. Ellis Johnson and Fanny Lou Johnson. He retired from the Waycross Journal-Herald newspaper in 1989 after more than 50 years of employment, broken only by his service to his county from 1942 to 1946 when he was enlisted in the Navy during WWII. He began his work at the paper in 1937 by delivering papers and ended his employment as the business manager. He worked for a number of years in the advertising department and his advertisements often won awards for creativity. Johnson was a member of First United Methodist Church. He was active in the United Methodist Church at the local, District and Conference levels. He was a member of the Waycross Jaycees, the Salvation Army Board, the local Gideon Camp and the Okefenokee Lions Club where he was the recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellowship award. It is the highest form of recognition given through the Lions Club International. Locally he was the winner of the Morris Jacobson Brotherhood Award for community service in 2002. He was known for his fund-raising ability for many local causes. Johnson was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Annie Louise Johnson, and his five siblings and their spouses. Survivors include his four children, Lem (Del) Johnson of Milledgeville, David (Susan) Johnson of Mint Hill, NC, Mark (Amy) Johnson of Kissimmee, FL, and Alan (Trish) Johnson of Mooresville, NC; six grandchildren, Beau (Kristen) Johnson of Charleston, SC, Harli (Kevin) Palme of Asheville, NC, Jeremiah (Allison) Johnson of Monroe, NC, Eric (Terri Lynn) Johnson of Atlanta, Alice (Kenny) Williams of Jacksonville, FL, and Andrew Johnson, of Asheville, NC; seven great-grandchildren, Mattie Clark Palme, Pearl Palme, Vivian Palme, Parker and Sam Johnson, Brooks Johnson and Micah Williams; and 16 nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 410 Williams St., Waycross, GA 31501, Epworth-By-the- Sea United Methodist Conference Center or the United Methodist Committee on Relief.

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Barney Elmore Johnson, age 81, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2009 at his residence. He was a native and lifelong resident of Taylor County, the son of the late Bernard B. Johnson and the late former Etsie Murphy. He was as a Welder by trade. Mr. Johnson was an active member of the Friendship Baptist Church where he served as a longtime Sunday School Teacher and Trustee. He was a Veteran of the US Navy where he served in WW #II. He was also a member of the Perry Masonic Lodge, a member of the Camp Misery Hunting Club and enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and cattle farming. Survived by his wife of 62 years, Aurmer Mae Johnson, a son; Barney E. (Laura) Johnson, Jr., all of Perry, FL, (6) brothers; Lionel Johnson, Carey Johnson, both of Houston, TX, Ray Johnson, C. J. Johnson, Buddy Johnson and Dolan Johnson all of Perry, FL, a sister; Pam Couey also of Perry, FL, (2) grandchildren; Eric Johnson and Lindsey Aman, (1) great-grand. Funeral services will be held at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home on Sunday, March 15, 2009. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Belinda Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 12 October 2009) Mrs. Belinda Johnson age 50 of Pearson, GA passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2009 in Douglas, GA. She was born on December 27, l958, in Jacksonville, FL. Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of George and Mary Ina Giddens Eversole, Jr. She had made her home in Pearson, GA for the past three years having moved here from Plant City, FL. She worked as a certified nursing assistant at Summers Landing Retirement Center in Douglas, GA and attended Zion Hill Freewill Baptist Church in Millwood, GA. Survivors include her husband: Dwight Johnson of Pearson, GA; 2 daughters: Jennifer (Justin) Beall of Plant City, FL and Felicia Johnson of Brandon, FL; 1 son: Charles (Amanda) Johnson of Abilene, TX; HER parents: George and Mary Eversole, Jr. of Pearson, GA; 2 brothers: Jay (Janice) Eversole of Cogdell, GA and George (Jessica) Eversole of Pearson, GA; 2 sisters: Christina (Robert) Johnson of Jacksonville, FL and Andrea Eversole of Las Vegas, NV; 1 uncle: Billy Giddens of Pearson, GA; mother-in-law: Mildred Rodriguez of Plant City, FL; sister-in-law: Louise Jones of Lakeland, FL; and brother-in-law: Terry Johnson of Marion, AR. Graveside services for Mrs. Johnson were Sunday, October 4, 2009, at Red Bluff Cemetery. The interment followed in Red Bluff cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Benjamin Cory Johnson (Abstracted from the 7 October 2016 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. Benjamin Cory Johnson, age 33, of Douglas, Ga., passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2016, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. Mr. Johnson was born on November 7, 1982, in Douglas, GA, to Sandra Foskey Johnson Heist and the late Sidney Ray Johnson. He was preceded in death by his father, Sidney Ray Johnson; maternal grandfather, Verlon Foskey; paternal grandfather, Jimmy Johnson; and paternal grandmother, Wannell Johnson. Survivors include his wife, Sharon Nicole Johnson; daughter, Lacey Johnson; two sons, Sidney Austin Johnson and Benjamin Chase Johnson; his mother, Sandra Johnson Heist; 1 sister, Lisa Heist; 2 brothers, Marty Heist and Chris Johnson; a grandmother, Laverne Foskey; brother-in-law, Cory Carter all of Douglas, GA; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Friday, October 7, 2016, at the Cross of Christ Victory Center. Interment followed at Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Benny L. Johnson (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida October 21, 2011) Reverend Benny L. Johnson of Rockledge, Florida passed away at home on Saturday, October 15th. Funeral Services will be held in Miami, Florida at St. James AME Church at 11:00 a.m., with viewing on Friday from 5-7 p.m. Reverend Johnson was an educator in the Madison County, FL, school system for several years. He was a graduate of Florida A&M University, graduating Cum Laude. Reverend Johnson has served as an itinerant Elder in the African Methodist Church for the past 25 years. His leadership and vision led him to erect two churches, one in Tallahassee, FL (Flipper Chapel AME Church) in the Bond Community and (Mt. Moriah AME Church) in Cocoa, FL. Reverend Johnson leaves to cherish his legacy, a wife, Audrey Johnson of Rockledge, FL; Sisters: Shirley Bradley of Hallandale, FL; Pearl Curry (Pete) of Madison, FL; Pamela Johnson of Cleveland; Brothers: Kelvin Johnson (Beverly), Ronald Brown (Teresa) of Hollywood, FL; Jerome Brown (Carolyn) of Louisville, Kentucky; Earline Johnson (Stepmother) of Rockledge, FL; John C. Brown (Stepfather) of Hollywood, FL; One Uncle, Norman Gregory of Palm Bay, FL; Aunts, Arttie Gregory of Hallandale, FL; Melvina Butler of Delray Beach, FL.

JOHNSON, Bert Marvin Johnson (Abstracted from http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/03/bert-marvin-johnson/) Bert Marvin Johnson, age 76, of Valdosta died Monday, March 11, 2019 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on July 16, 1942 to the late Lee Roy and Ruth Cupp Johnson and had lived in Valdosta for the past five years. He was a member of the Bethel Assembly of God in Bethel, Ohio. Mr. Johnson loved Kentucky Wildcat Basketball, NASCAR and all sports. He also enjoyed attending Southern Gospel Sings. Survivors include his wife, Linda Johnson of Valdosta, his daughter and son in law, 84

Sonya and Gary Davis of Valdosta; three brothers and sisters in law, Robert A. and Gwendolyn Johnson of Valdosta, Dennis and Karen Johnson, Michael and Dona Johnson all of Cincinnati, OH; his sister, Carolyn Johnson of Valdosta; nieces, great nieces and a great nephew; his aunt, Floye Phyllis Vastine of Rockholds, KY and numerous cousins. Memorial services will be held at a later date in Kentucky. Carson McLane Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Bessie Mae Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 8, 2005) HOMERVILLE — Bessie Mae Johnson, 86, died Sunday (Nov. 6, 2005) evening at Satilla Care Center after a lengthy illness. A native of Coffee County, Ala., she had lived in Clinch County since 1995. She attended the Baptist church and was a homemaker. She was the daughter of the late John Henry Boutwell and Mae Iseble Grooms Boutwell and was the widow of Robert Jerry Johnson. Survivors include one daughter, Geretha Johnson, of Kingsport, Tenn.; three sons, Charles Eugene Johnson, of Springhill, Tenn., Jerry Lamar Johnson, of Phenix City, Ala., and William Edward Johnson, of Homerville: seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; and several other relatives. A funeral will be held today at 3 p.m. at Homerville Free Will Baptist Church. Burial will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Hillsboro Memorial Gardens, Brandon, Fla. The family will receive friends at the church from 1 p.m. today until funeral time. The family requested that donations be made to the Homerville Free Will Baptist Church, P.O. Box 354 Homerville, Ga. 31634. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Johnson Family.

JOHNSON, Betty Jean Johnson – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 8 February 2021) July 11, 1960 - February 8, 2021

JOHNSON, Betty Monk Johnson (Abstracted from the 9 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Betty Monk Johnson, age 78, passed away Saturday (May 7, 2016) at Northstar Place in Kennesaw, following an extended illness. She was born in Ty Ty to the late Joe Louie and Elizabeth Gibbs Monk on Feb. 14, 1938. After graduating from Tift County High School, she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Wesleyan College in 1959 and a Master of Arts degree in history from the University of Georgia in 1961. Her love of history and her passion for teaching others about the world and its people continued throughout her life. She began her teaching career as a social studies teacher at Avondale High School in Decatur. She then became the assistant professor of history at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. She met and married her husband, Gene Norris Johnson, and moved to Folkston in 1963. She taught world history, geography, government and art at Charlton County High School for 32 years. She was a S.T.A.R. teacher twice and was the Beta Club sponsor for numerous years. She was selected as Charlton County’s Teacher of the Year for 1986-87. After her retirement from the school system, she taught G.E.D. classes at Cornell Corrections for 11 years. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa. In addition to teaching, she worked with her husband, mother-in-law and brother-in-law in the family business, Johnson Brothers Hardware, and became co-owner in 1972. She and her husband continued to operate the business until only a few years ago. Many may remember “Miss Betty” helping them to set up their bridal table or to choose special gifts for loved ones. She was an avid reader who also enjoyed gardening, cooking, playing bridge and shopping for antiques. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and was a member of Folkston United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, G. Norris Johnson, and her brother, Joel Louie Monk, of Ty Ty. She is survived by 2 daughters, Daryn Johnson (Robb) Sasser of Florence, SC, and Danice Johnson (Mason) Foley of Kennesaw; 1 son, Clinton Norris (Brandi) Johnson of Blairsville; 4 grandchildren, Elizabeth and Scott Sasser of Florence, SC, and Gracie Ann and Judd Johnson of Blairsville; a first cousin who was more like a brother, Everette Allen (Judy) Ivey of Ty Ty; a brother-in-law, Erich Harry Johnson Jr. of Folkston; two sisters-in-law, Doris Johnson of Folkston, and Ann Monk of Newnan; one niece, five nephews and numerous other relatives. A memorial service will be Wednesday at Folkston United Methodist Church under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home. A family graveside service will follow at Hickory Springs Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Tifton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Folkston United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

JOHNSON, Betty Ruth Brown Johnson (Abstracted from the 13 March 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Betty Ruth Brown Johnson, age 77, passed away Friday (March 10, 2017) at her daughter’s residence in Nashville, GA, surrounded by her loving family, following an extended illness. She was born Oct. 1, 1939, in Nashville, to the late Manning Brown and Pinkie Sweat Brown. She opened her first beauty shop, Forget Me Not Beauty Shop, in Nashville, several years ago. She was a member of Homerville Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Edward Johnson, two sisters, Blanche Hahn and Doris Abbott, four brothers, Manning Brown, Mack Brown, Jack Brown and Walter Brown. Survivors are two daughters and sons-in-law, Toni and Johnny Holbrook, of Nashville, and Teresa and Mike 85

Corbitt, Manor; one son and daughter-in-law, Bob and Neicee Johnson, of Homerville; one sister, Lucille Hancock, of Nashville; two brothers, Homer Brown, of Midville, and Herman Brown, of DuPont; seven grandchildren, Eddie and Buffy Holbrook, Crystal and Bruce Clisby, Tiffney and Justin Starling, Jennifer and Austin Deloach Jr., Michael and Christy Corbitt, Josh and Laurie Anna Lee and Becky Holbrook; 11 great-grandchildren, Alora Gail Deloach, Kenlee Deloach, Dempsey Anna Deloach, Hoss Holbrook, Joci Holbrook, Drew Starling, Paris Starling, Gracie Corbitt, Bentley Corbitt, Bailee Corbitt and Mack Lee; and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held at Homerville Free Will Baptist Church. Entombment will be in the family mausoleum in North Cemetery, DuPont. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Bethany Hospice, 2517 Bemiss Road, Suite D, in Valdosta, GA, 31602. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Bill Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 4, 1966) Jet Pilot Bill Johnson, age 25, was a casualty in the fire on the Carrier Oriskany off the Vietnam Coast several days ago. He was a nephew of Mrs. Mary Smith of Madison and Day, FL and a cousin of Mrs. C. D. Agner, Jr., of Madison. He had been among the number returning from a mission and was thought to have been asleep and suffocated. There are sixteen reported on the critical list. About forty died. Johnson is survived by his wife to whom he had been married about one and a half years. She was in California and was planning to go to the Philippines to meet him when he had a leave. Also surviving are his parents Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Johnson of Charlotte, NC, former residents in the Day area. Funeral plans have not been announced but burial will be in the Atlanta National Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Billy Eugene Johnson (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Services for Lt. Col. (retired) Billy Eugene Johnson, Thomasville, are Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at Thomasville First United Methodist Church, with interment is at Laurel Hill cemetery. Mr. Johnson died Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at Panama City Beach, FL. He was a son of the late Henry Webster Johnson and the former Ruth Ricketson Hurst. Mr. Johnson was born Nov. 24, 1938, in Thomasville. He was married Aug. 19, 1961, in Griffin to Martha Sue Hampton Johnson. He was a lieutenant colonel (retired) in the U.S. Army and a member of Thomasville First United Methodist Church. He was a college graduate and a devoted Republican. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Richard Hampton Johnson, Panama City, FL, daughters, Karen E. Johnson Hunkin, Mt. Pleasant, NC, Sue Ann Lang (Daniel); brother, Thomas Edward Hurst, Tennessee; grandchildren, Michael Hunkin Jr., Jaren Hunkin, Christian Hunkin, Christopher Hunkin, Megan L. Lang; and cousins, Sue Johnson, Thomasville, Pat McFarlane, Riverview, FL, Lena Clark, Thomasville.

JOHNSON, Bob Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 12 February 2016) Bob Johnson, age 74, passed away Friday, February 12, 2016, at his residence. He was born on April 21, 1941, in Columbus, OH. He and his loving wife, Nola, were entrepreneurs for many years in Naples, FL before relocating to Valdosta, GA in 2006. He enjoyed traveling, volunteering and most of all, camaraderie with family and friends. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and a member of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Nola Johnson, and daughters Sharon, Allison, Lisa and Justine. A memorial service will be Saturday, February 20, 2016, in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Salvation Army of Valdosta. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the family.

JOHNSON, Bobbie Alice Swift Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 22 September 2015) Mrs. Bobbie Alice Swift Johnson passed away peacefully at her home in Douglas on September 10, 2015, surrounded by her family. Bobbie was born August 20, 1924, in Louisville, GA, the daughter of Thomas Culpepper Swift and Susie Rhodes Swift. Her mother died in 1936 and her father subsequently married Mary Ham who coached Bobbie and the Davisboro High School girls’ basketball team to an undefeated season. After graduating from high school Bobbie moved to Warner Robins to work for the Federal Government during World War II. It was there she met her future husband, Robert (Bob) Russell Johnson. She and Bob Johnson were married on November 3, 1944, and remained married for over 69 years until Bob’s death in 2014. After the war, Bob and Bobbie lived in several cities across the country until they settled in Douglas, GA in 1952. Bobbie worked for over 25 years with The Farmers Bank and Trust Company Bank, retiring as a Vice-President in 1987. As a member of the First United Methodist Church, Bobbie was active in many areas of service. Closest to her heart was the time she spent in working with the children’s department and teaching Sunday school for the children. She considered her greatest achievement to be in her roles as wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She is survived by her daughter, Jan Knight of Wauchula, FL, son Tom (Wanda) Johnson of Roswell, GA, granddaughter Jennifer (Ronnie) Franz, and great grandchildren, Riley and Kendyll of 86

Cookeville, TN; 2 sisters, Helen Berry of Devereux, GA, and Joyce Fordham of Sparta, GA; 2 nephews, Hugh (Gayla) Hutchings of Sparta, GA, and Gene Hutchings of Devereux, GA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the National Parkinson Foundation, The First United Methodist Church of Douglas, GA, or Bethany Hospice of Douglas, GA. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Bobbie Joe Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 26 December 2015) Bobbie Joe Johnson, age 85, a resident of Perry since 1981, passed away on December 26, 2015 in Mayo, FL. Bobbie was born May 31, 1930 in Berea, KY to P.B. Johnson and Sadie Lee (Langford) Johnson. Bob honorably served our country in the United States Navy. Mr. Johnson was a member of the First Baptist Church of Perry. Bob was owner/operator of Florida-Georgia Tractor Company for many years, afterwards he received his Real Estate Broker license, specializing in income producing properties. He later worked in the over the road trucking industry. Bob was an aviator that owned and operated his own plane and truly enjoyed flying. He enjoyed racing horses, and more recently he enjoyed woodworking, and following sports. Bob was preceded in death by his parents P. B. Johnson and Sadie Lee Johnson. Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife of 34 years, Mrs. Elvena Johnson; his son Joseph Daniel Johnson of Tallahassee; 1 sister Elizabeth Buchanan of Atlanta; 1 granddaughter; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pisgah Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to American Cancer Society.

JOHNSON, Brenda Marie Johnson (Abstracted from the 13 February 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Brenda Marie Johnson, age 44, of Waycross, died Friday (Feb. 10, 2017) at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a short illness. Born Dec. 15, 1972 in Blackshear, she lived in Augusta for several years before moving to Waycross in the 1990s. She worked at Satilla Care Center for several years and attended Calvary Baptist Church in Waycross. She was preceded in death by her mother, Era Rebecca Fulgham Johnson. Survivors include her father, Arnold Johnson of Waycross; her brother, Arnold Johnson Jr. of Waycross; two nieces, Elaina Delgato of Virginia Beach, VA, and Katelyn Johnson of Savannah; a great-niece, Abbey Delgato of Virginia Beach, VA; her aunts, Barbara Johnson of Waycross, and Jacqueline Johnson of Hahira; her uncles, Sam Johnson of Waycross, Charles (Debbie) Fulgham of Waycross, and Hillary Fulgham of Hawaii; and several other relatives. A memorial service will take place on Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Carlton Hugh Johnson (Abstracted from information received from June Spear) Carlton (Carsh) Hugh Johnson, 64, of Valdosta, died Tuesday, November 19. Carlton was the son of the late Dr. James A. Johnson, Jr. and Mary Martha Burnett Johnson, and is survived by his brothers, James A. Johnson, III, George C. Johnson, and Stephen A. Johnson. He was the grandson of the late James A. Johnson & Augusta Crawford Johnson and George F. Burnett, Sr., & Martha Croom Burnett. He was a proud graduate of Avondale High School, Emory University College of Arts and Sciences, and the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy. He was dedicated to his practice as a Pharmacist. Carsh's family fondly remember his great sense of humor and the love that he had for his family. Donations may be made to Break Bread Together, First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 807, Valdosta, GA 31603. Services will be held at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison on Friday, November 22.

JOHNSON, Carolyn Johnson (Abstracted from the 11 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The funeral for Caroline Johnson, age 89, will be Wednesday at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens with Stephens Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. She passed away Tuesday (Oct. 4, 2016) at the Mississippi Veterans Home in Kosciusko, MS. Originally from Waycross, she graduated from Waycross High School in 1944 and at that time was employed with Southern Bell Telephone Company. She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi Young Women’s Service Organization. Following her marriage to the late Earl Johnson of Homerville, they moved to Meridian, MS, and made their home of 62 years. She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, the Atlanta Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, Marmaduke Coate Chapter of the National Society of Colonial Dames, and 17th Century. Survivors include her children, Coleman Earl Johnson of Ragley, LA, and Rebecca “Becky” (Ronnie) Tomerlin of Meridian, MA; and a grandson, Lloyd Mayatt of FL.

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(Abstracted from John Bullard 24 January 2020) Miss Carrie Colleen Johnson, age 23, of Caryville, TN, passed from this life on January 19, 2020. Graveside funeral services will be held in Lee Memorial Cemetery. Burns Funeral Home of Madison is entrusted with the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Charles Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 24, 1959) Charles Johnson, 70, father of Mrs. John Wilson, of Route 3 Madison, died Monday at his home near Quitman. Services were held Wednesday in the Maxwell-Eason Funeral Home in Quitman and interment was in the cemetery there.

JOHNSON, Charles Ashley Johnson (Abstracted from the November 19, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY — Charles Ashley Johnson, 82, of the Riverside community, passed away Sunday (Nov. 17, 2013) at his residence following an extended illness. Born Aug. 26, 1931 in Nichols, his parents were the late Johnny C. and Carmen Waters Shaw Johnson. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Hazel Elizabeth Johnson, a brother, Larry Johnson, and a special aunt, Weezee. He served in the Korean War on active duty and when he came home married “Mrs. Barbara” and moved to Fernandina to make his living as a machinist at Container Corporation. After retiring in 2000, he moved with his wife to Nahunta. He was a member of Riverside Chapel Baptist Church. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, and enjoyed genealogy. He was a member of many organizations including, Historical Society, Masonic Lodge of Fernandina Beach (Amelia Lodge No. 47 F & AM), and Shriners and a member of International Association of Machinists and Aero Space Workers for 37 years, having served as president for many years. He is leaving behind his wife of 56 years, Barbara Ann Herrin Johnson, of Riverside Community; five generations of children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Children include Susan Parker (John), Sharron Johns (Devon), Charles Michael (Juanita), and Amber Middleton (Jamin), all of Riverside; grandchildren include Kelly Hatton, Ashley Douglas, Zachary Parker, George and Brody Middleton, and Carmen Johnson; great- grandchildren include Chelsea Lynn and Courtney Hatton, and Johnathan, Jayden, and Loretta Douglas; great-great-grandsons include Parker Lynn and Chandler Sellers. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Wednesday at Riverside Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Bethlehem Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNSON, Charleston Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 27, 1970) Charleston (Charlie) Johnson expired Friday November 6, 1970 at West Palm Beach, Florida. He was born in Madison County, FL, but had lived in West Palm Beach, for a number of years. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Vertie Johnson; a son and daughter-in- law, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Joseph (THIS IS WHAT THE OBITUARY SAID); and six grandchildren, all of West Palm Beach, FL; one brother, Mr. Gus Johnson of Madison, FL; three sisters-in-law: and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday November 15, 1970 at Bethlehem Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Charlie Irvin Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 12, 1966) Charlie Irvin Johnson, age 80, died in Valdosta Thursday August 4th after a long illness. He was born in Charlotte, NC June 16, 1886, son of the late Henry Alexander and Eliza Jane Johnson. He had lived in Madison County over fifty years and had been living in the Mann Register Home in Lovett a number of years. Mr. Johnson was a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Surviving are nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday in Old Columbia Primitive Baptist Church at Nankin, GA with burial in the church cemetery,

JOHNSON, Chippy Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 2, 1951) Chippy Johnson, colored woman formerly living in Madison died in Cleveland, Ohio last week. The body was brought back here and funeral service and burial held at the Randell Cross Roads Sunday afternoon.

JOHNSON, Clara Bell Bailey Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 4, 2005) Clara Bell Bailey Johnson died Wednesday (Sept. 28, 2005) at Liberty Regional Medical Center in Hinesville. She was a native of Atkinson in Brantley County and was educated in the public schools of Brantley and Coffee counties. She lived in Brunswick and was employed by the Jekyll Island Authority until her health failed. She was a member of the State Street Church of Christ 88

Written in Heaven in Waycross. She served faithfully in the Church of Christ Written in Heaven for 62 years. She served as a Samaritan Daughter, district youth president, pastor's wife, district mother, missionary, evangelist and prophetess. Her husband, Bishop Ben C. Johnson, preceded her in death. Survivors are three daughters, Sharon J. Hayes (Tommy), Sorrento, Fla., Clara E. Flowers (Lenton), Detroit, and Joyce M. Handy (Steve), Warner Robins; six grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and other relatives and friends. Funeral was scheduled for today at 11 a.m. at Church of Christ Written in Heaven, 1137 State St., with burial in Masonic Cemetery in Brantley County. Brunswick Funeral Home, 2700 Albany St., in Brunswick, is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Cleve Johnson (Abstracted from the 27 April 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Cleve Johnson, age 72, died Friday (April 24, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following his battle with cancer. He was born in Jacksonville, FL, and resided in the Hurricane community most of his life. He was a barber for 20 years and also a correctional officer for Ware State Prison. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed family, fishing, hunting and watching Fox News. He was a son of the late Vernon Cleveland Johnson and Amanda Luella Davis Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Johnson, of Waycross; 5 children, Tammy Widner (late husband, Bill) of Jacksonville, FL, Vernon Cleveland Johnson III of Hilliard, FL, Jason (Jennifer) Johnson of Greensboro, NC, Adam (Evelyn) Johnson of Waycross, and Nicole (Justin) Williams of Waycross; 7 grandchildren, Chad Widner, Matthew Widner, Emily Johnson, Josie Johnson, Mollie Williams, Andrew Johnson and Aaron Johnson; and 1 great-grandson, Luca Widner. The family would like to thank everyone for all the love and support that has been shown to them for so many years. He fought a long hard battle and he is now resting in peace. There are many people asking about arrangements but Cleve had said for many years that he didn’t want a viewing or a service and that he wished to be cremated. Out of respect for him the family will honor those wishes. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to http://www.mattiesmission.org

JOHNSON, Curtiss Johnson, Jr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 4, 1969) Curtiss Johnson, Jr., eleven day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Curtiss Johnson, died at home Tuesday March 25. He is survived by his mother and father, Eva Lee and Curtiss Johnson of Madison, two sisters, Angelia and Vicki Johnson of Madison; two brothers, Terry and Darryl Johnson of Madison; grandparents, Mrs. Elmira Johnson; Mrs. Isabelle Moore and Mr. Ernest Johnson all of Madison; and a host of uncles, aunts and cousins. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Beggs Horry Street Chapel with interment in Jeslamb Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Cynthia Johnson (Abstracted from the 2 November 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Cynthia Johnson, age 59, of Homerville, will be Saturday (Nov. 4, 2017) at Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ, 711 Forest Ave., Homerville. She was born May 5, 1958 to Albert Walker and the late Earnestine Johnson Hilton in Tampa, FL. She grew up in Tampa, FL, where she received her formal education from the public school system. She lived in Homerville for many years where she was employed in the health care field as a CNA. She was a faithful member of City of Refuge Worship Ministry in Homerville. On Tuesday morning (Oct. 24, 2017) she departed this life after an extended illness at Clinch Memorial Hospital, Homerville. Those left to cherish her memories include her father, Albert Walker of Tampa; children, La’Tora Gallon of Memphis, TN, Rickesie Miller and Michael Williams Jr., both of Tampa, FL; sister, Felicia Johnson (Mike Gallon), of Tampa, FL; brothers, Reginald Johnson and Tarohn Alexander Sr., both of Tampa; grandchildren, Semaj Castelow Jr., Sir’Moris Casterlow, both of Memphis, TN, and Ryan Miller, of Tampa, FL; aunts, Wihemenia Batchelor (Caleb), Rhudeane Perkins, Maxdene Sherman, all of Tampa, FL, Linda Johnson, of Lake City, FL, Joyce Ann Johnson, of Boston, MA; uncles, Johnnie Johnson and Curtis Johnson (Sarah), both of Americus; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Johnson residence, 240 Craig Circle, Homerville. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JOHNSON, Daisy Solomon Johnson (Abstracted from John Bullard 23 September 2020) Mother Daisy Solomon Johnson departed this life Monday, September 14, 2020. A graveside service will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 394 NW Meeting Ave, Madison, FL. Everyone meet at the cemetery. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home (850-973-6666.)

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A memorial service for Daniel (Danny) Johnson will be held this Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Ward Street Church of God, 700 Ward St. in Douglas.

JOHNSON, Derrell Timothy Johnson (Abstracted from the 22 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Derrell Timothy Johnson, age 54, passed away Tuesday (Oct. 13, 2015). He was born Aug. 23, 1961 in Ware County to the late Derrell C. Johnson and Sandra Strickland Johnson. He resided all of his life at Honson’s Place in Pebble Hill. He is survived by his son, Jacob C. (Windy) Johnson; a grandson, Trenton C. Johnson, the joy of his life; 1 brother, Jason (Missy) Johnson; two nieces, Katelyn and Kaylee Johnson of Blackshear; a very special uncle, Bill Strickland, who helped care for him during his life and sickness; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He loved his family and friends. A memorial service may be scheduled at a later date. Low Country Funeral Home was in charge of the cremation arrangements.

JOHNSON, Dave Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 3, 1970) Dave (Bossy) Johnson, age 72, a lifelong resident of Madison County, died March 30, 1970 from injuries he received in an automobile accident. He was a member of St. James Missionary Baptist Church and Pallbearer Lodge #35. He is survived by his wife, Lillie Johnson of Madison; three daughters, Elizabeth Holmes and Jean Anderson, both of Miami, FL and Helen White of Los Angeles, CA; nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Laura Fuller of Madison, FL and Jane Thomas of New York City; and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held Thursday April 2 at Saint James Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Crossroad Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, David Paul Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) David Paul Johnson, age 52, of Valdosta passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born February 22, 1961 in Valdosta, GA to Paul Raymond and Delories (Fulgham) Johnson of Valdosta. Mr. Johnson enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing music. He was a member of Bemiss United Methodist Church. Along with his parents he is survived by: 1 sister & brother-in-law, Robin (Tracy) Lee, of Tallahassee, FL; 3 step-children, Kasey Bennett, of Nashville, GA, Candace Palmer, of Lakeland, GA, Cole Bennett, of Lakeland, Ga and 2 nieces, Megan Wadsworth, and Paige Wadsworth. As per his wishes he will be cremated and a memorial service will be held Saturday, February 1, 2014 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta is serving the family.

JOHNSON, Dennis Charles Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 18 June 2015) Mr. Dennis Charles Johnson, age 70, of Nicholls, passed away Wednesday June 10, 2015, at Mayo Hospital in Waycross after a short illness. He was a native of Jacksonville, FL, but had lived in Coffee County most of his life. He was son of the late Clarence Charles Johnson and Oveda Davis Johnson and was also preceded in death by two sisters, Joann Johnson Surrency and Wanda Johnson Moore, and a nephew, Ken Moore. Dennis was a member and deacon of Nicholls Baptist Church and had served our country in the National Guard for six years. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Geraldine (Jerri) Lee Johnson of Nicholls; 1 son, Chris (Judy) Johnson of Douglas; 1 daughter, Becky (Jeff) Anderson of Glennville, GA; 1 sister, Sandra Gilliard of Nicholls; 1 special niece, Donna Surrency of Nicholls; 4 grandchildren, Kayla (Wayne) Butler of Tifton, Mandy Anderson of Glennville, Emilee and Drew Johnson both of Douglas; 2 great-grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; and 1 step-great grandchild. Funeral services will be Friday at the Nicholls Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Roberts Cemetery near Nicholls. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of all the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Donald Edward Johnson (Abstracted from the 21 August 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Donald Edward “Don” Johnson, age 77, of Hoboken, died Monday (Aug. 20, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health at Waycross following a brief illness. He was a native of Knoxville, TN, a former resident of Jacksonville, FL, and made his home in Hoboken since 1989. He was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson Johnson and Edna Faddis Johnson. He served with the United States Navy during the Vietnam War and was a member of the American Legion Post No. 316 of Atlantic Beach, FL. He was employed as upper management with Jacksonville Shipyards, Inc. and later as a property assessor with the Brantley County Tax Assessors Office. He was an avid golfer and a lover of animals. Survivors include his wife Kathy Johnson of Hoboken, a daughter, Patria (Ernie) Jones and a son, Wayne Johnson both of Jacksonville, FL, three step-children, Roy Ramer of Hoboken, Janet (Mike) Sexton of Montgomery, AL, and Keith (Pam) Woodham of Panama City, FL, 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 90 numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at Music Funeral Home. A graveside service with military honors will be Friday in Redbay Cemetery near Ponce De Leon, FL.

JOHNSON, Donald M. Johnson, Jr. (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 17 June 2018) Mr. Donald M. Johnson, Jr. of Coolidge, GA passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2018 at his residence. He was born July 5, 1932 in Hornerstown, NJ to the late Donald Johnson, Sr. and Helen Johnson. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and retired from Southern Bell Telephone Company. He was preceded in death by a daughter. Survivors include two sons and grandchildren. Services will be scheduled for a later date.

JOHNSON, Doris Marie Barnes Johnson (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 11 October 2016) Funeral services for Doris Marie Barnes Johnson, of Ochlocknee, are Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Johnson died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016, in Chickamauga. She was a daughter of the late Eugene Talmadge Barnes and Myrtle Estelle Spivey Barnes. She was born Dec. 23, 1958, in Dade City, Florida. She married to Freddie Ferrell Johnson in Thomasville on March 17, 1976. She attended of New Hope Holiness Church. She is survived by her husband, Freddie Johnson of Ochlocknee; sons, Fredrick Eugene (Samantha) Johnson of Chickamauga, Dennis Scott Johnson (Inhee Hur) of Louisville, KY; stepdaughter, Jennifer Johnson of Sand Hill; grandchildren, Kasi Johnson, Logan Wollum, Evelyn Yu, Dillon Johnson, Emily Johnson, Dustin Johnson; brothers and sisters, Doyle Barnes, Eizabeth Barnes, Marti Spring, Patricia Johnson, Tony Barnes, Tammy Hogan and Clyde Barnes.

JOHNSON, Doris Welch Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 17, 1969) Doris Welch Johnson, age 44, died Friday in Gainesville. She lived in Neptune Beach but was a native of Madison County. She was the daughter of the late James R. Welch and Mrs. Lois Welch of Lee. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jacksonville. She is survived by her husband, Mr. John F. Johnson of Neptune Beach; three daughters, Mrs. Loretta Schill and Mrs. Deborah Cochran, both of St. Augustine; and Miss Celeste Johnson of Neptune Beach; her mother, Mrs. Lois Welch of Lee; and one brother, Carlton Welch of Jacksonville; and one grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday October 13th in Macedonia Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

JOHNSON, Dorothy Marie Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 4 May 2018) Dorothy Marie Johnson, age 78, of Auburn, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2018 in the St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN. She was born in Logan County, KY on May 4, 1939 to the late Willard Cary and Daisy Ola Cox Coles. Dorothy was a lifetime member of the Plainview General Baptist Church and is preceded in death by a sister Mae Oberhausen. She is survived by her husband of 59 years Lester Johnson, one son Michael (Myra) Johnson of Auburn, KY, one daughter Patricia (Patrick) Blair of Lee, FL, two sisters Elsie Epley of Russellville, KY and Leola (Earl) Johnson of Hartford, KY, three grandchildren Jennifer Wilson (Mason Thurston), Ashley Jones (A.J.) and Aaron Johnson, one great grandson Easton Jones and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Dorothy Marie Johnson will be Saturday May 5, 2018 in the Plainview General Baptist Church and burial to follow in the Plainview General Baptist Church Cemetery. Young Funeral Home Russellville is entrusted with the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Earl L. Johnson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, October 9th, 2013) Mr. Earl L. Johnson, 89, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2013 at the State Veterans Home in Kosciusko, MS. He was born April 28, 1924 in Hobken, GA to the late Herman Lloyd and Eva Howard Johnson. He graduated Homerville High School in 1941. While attending college, he enlisted in the US Army and served his country in Milan, Naples, Rome, Italy, Oran Algeria, and Athens Greece. He was honorably discharged on December 30, 1945 and resumed his education at the University of Georgia, where he pledged Sigma Chi Fraternity. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He married the former Carolyn Sue Barnard, of Waycross, at First Presbyterian Church on November 26, 1950. Their first home was in Selma, AL, then in Meridian, MS where they raised their family. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad in 1984 and enjoyed serving in various capacities at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Love’s Kitchen, Sons of the American Revolution, and Meridian Community College Foundation. At MCC, he taught many adult students to read in the literacy program. Pres. George Bush appointed him a “Point of Light” in 1992. He is preceded in death by his parents and by his 2 sisters, Laurelle Lee formerly of Homerville, and Juanita “Nita” Guice formerly of Lakeland. Survivors include his wife, Caroline Barnard Johnson of Kosciusko; 1 91 son, Coleman Earl Johnson of Ragley, LA; 1 daughter, Rebecca “Becky” Tomerlin (Ronnie) of Meridian; 1 grandson, Lloyd Mayatt of Pensacola, FL. Local survivors include his nieces, Eve Murray, Layne Varnedoe, and Laura Lee Smith all of Homerville, and Pam Guice of Valdosta; nephews Jason Guice of Homerville and Merrill Guice (Frances) of Valdosta; great-nephews Joel Varnedoe and John Varnedoe of Homerville, and Tristan Guice and Robin Guice of Valdosta. Services were held Wednesday, October 2, 2013, Trinity Presbyterian Church in Meridian, MS. Barham Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Earnest Leon Johnson (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) PATTERSON — Earnest Leon Johnson, 74, of Patterson, died Friday (May 17, 2013) at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah following an extended illness. He was born July 12, 1938 in Patterson, to the late Andrew Franklin and Alleen Crosby Johnson. Living most of his life in Pierce County, he was a U.S. Army veteran and worked many years as a heavy equipment operator with Murray Logging. He also enjoyed farming and fishing, and faithfully attended Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Jeanette Johnson, and also by an infant brother and sister. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Vera Johnson, of Patterson; his son, Teddy Johnson, of Patterson; his daughter, Kathy Harris (husband Wesley), of Patterson; two grandsons, Frank and Dalton Harris, of Patterson; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral was scheduled at Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church in Patterson. Burial will follow in New Home Cemetery. Mr. Johnson was taken to his residence, 5747 Johnson Road, Patterson, at 4 p.m. Sunday and will remain there until time for the funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Eddie John Johnson Jr. (Abstracted from Greene Publishing 9 February 2021) Eddie John Johnson, Jr., age 45, of Madison, FL exchanged time for eternity as he gained the wings of a mourning dove, and flew away to be at rest on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021. Life celebration services will be at Madison Church of God, 771 NE Colin Kelly Highway, in Madison. Eddie will be laid to rest with Full military honors (U.S. Army) on the lawn of Bethlehem Church Cemetery, in Madison. Eddie was the loving son of Ola Thompson Young and Eddie John Johnson, Sr. Also known as "Hutt", Eddie challenged himself academically. He attended the local public schools before he relocated to Tallahassee to become a student at Amos P. Godby High School. There, he was a member of the National Honor Society, Beta Club and JROTC. He graduated in 1994 with high honors. Eddie later completed coursework towards his Associate of Arts degree at North Florida Community College and certification in culinary arts from Lively Technical School. Eddie had a passion for developing his skills as a technician. He was not a big talker, but rather a deep thinker. His ultimate ambition was to one day become a mechanical engineer. Testing his own ability, he built an engine overnight. He was also deeply interested in culinary arts; his specialties were desserts – specifically, cheesecake and brownies. He also created his own special barbeque sauce. Eddie had a brief enlistment period in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged at the rank of Private 2nd class. Eddie had a relationship with the Lord. He was a member of New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church and was in training to become a deacon but was not ordained because his health failed. Forever in the hearts of his loved ones to cherish his memory are his parents, Ola Thompson Young and Eddie John (Deahtra) Johnson, Sr.; step-father, Vincent Young, Sr.; siblings: Rodderick Johnson, Sr., Antonio Johnson, Sr., D'John Johnson, Vincent Young, Jr., Antwan Young, Gregory Lewis, Latonya (Gary) McIntosh and Angela (Isaac) Haynes; devoted cousin, Annie Ree Williams; devoted niece, Lisa Young; nephew, raised as a son, Eddrick Williams; devoted nephew, Bobby (Iman) Williams; and many other sorrowing relatives. Final care and compassionate services are being provided to the Johnson family, with love, care and uncompromising dignity, by the Hall-Moore Funeral Directors at Tillman Funeral Home of Madison.

JOHNSON, Edith Jean Johnson (Abstracted from the 16 March 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Edith Jean Johnson, age 89, of 1021 Congress St., passed away Tuesday (March 13, 2018) at her residence with loved ones at her bedside. The funeral will be Monday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Edward M. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 26, 1955) Edward M. Johnson, age 67, died Sunday, August 21sr, in the local hospital after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ola Johnson, of Pinetta; and the following step-sons and step-daughters, W. T. Hollingsworth, of Madison; John Hollingsworth, of Pinetta; Robert Hollingsworth, of Quincy; Mrs. B. E. Newsome, of Inverness; Mrs. Lura Coody, of Pinetta; Mrs. Al Acree, of Cherry Lake, Mrs. Gordon Keeling; Mrs. Wallace McLeod; and Mrs. Russell Wynn, of Madison. Services were held Monday at the Pinetta Baptist Church with interment in Mt. Horeb Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were 92 grandsons: Messrs.’ Jack Hollingsworth, Bobby Hollingsworth, J. R. Keeling, Roy Wynn, Floyd Wynn, Peter McLeod and Howard Coody.

JOHNSON, Eleanor Marguriette Heaton Johnson (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Graveside services for Eleanor Marguriette Heaton Johnson, of Ochlocknee, are April 27, 2010, at Ochlocknee City Cemetery. Mrs. Johnson was born May 5, 1930, in Opelika, AL, to parents Vernon Wade Heaton and Clarkey Tressie Heaton, both deceased. She graduated from Ochlocknee High School in 1947 and held a secretarial degree. She married L. D. Johnson of Ochlocknee, who survives, on Nov. 21, 1947, in Thomasville. She was a bookkeeper at Dixie Seed Company for 22 years. Mrs. Johnson died Sunday, April 25, 2010, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Survivors include her husband; daughters, Ann Johnson Williamson and Marcus of Trenton and Dona Johnson Evans and Will of Dawsonville; grandsons, David Williamson, John L. Williamson and Tony Voyles; granddaughter, Tonya Roberson; great-grandsons, Noah Voyles and Luke Roberson; great- granddaughters, Mikayla Voyles and Madilyn Roberson; sister, Hilda Brock of Ochlocknee; brother, Ronnie Heaton of Thomasville; and, a number of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ochlocknee Cemetery Fund or the memorial of your choice. There will be a private family viewing.

JOHNSON, Elizabeth Johnson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, May 20, 2009) Elizabeth Johnson of Valdosta passed this life on May 8, 2009. She was born on June 2, 1928, in Clinch County, to the late Walter Brown and the late Sadie Richardson Brown. She was married to Arthur B. Johnson. She lived in New York City for many years and retired from the New York City Transit Authorities. She later moved back to Valdosta and became a member of St. James Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories a loving and devoted husband, Arthur B. Johnson; one son, Arthur B. Johnson Jr. (Barbara) of Newark, NJ; one uncle, Cilas Richardson of Elmira, NY; one brother, Walter Brown (Phyllis) of Queens, NY; one brother-in-law, Wendell Johnson (Amelia) of Valdosta; one grandson, Shane Johnson of Wilmington, DE; two nieces, Vanessa James and Patricia Johnson, both of Elkhart, IN; two nephews, Aaron Brown of Virginia and Jason Brown of New York; and a host of other Loving relatives. Funeral services were held Friday, May 15, 2009, at St. James Baptist Church. Burial followed in Sunset Hill Cemetery. Harrington Funeral Home served the Johnson family.

JOHNSON, Ellen Jones Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 24, 1969) Ellen Jones Johnson, age 85, died Saturday October 18th in the local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County, longtime member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, and a member of Independent Pallbearer #2. She is survived by her husband, William Johnson Sr., of Madison; five sons, William Johnson, Jr., Mettie Johnson and Ned Johnson all three of Madison; Willie Johnson and Ernest Johnson, both of Cleveland, Ohio; five daughters-in-law, Mrs. Georgia Johnson, Mrs. Essie Mae Johnson, Mrs. Roberta Johnson all three of Madison; Mrs. Fannie Mae Johnson and Mrs. Geneva Johnson of Cleveland, Ohio; twenty-five grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday at Bethlehem Baptist Church with burial at Crossroad Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Elsie Smith Johnson (Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate July 25th, 2012) Elsie Smith Johnson, 88, of Stockton passed away Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Langdale Hospice House after a period of declining health. Mrs. Johnson was born on May 29, 1924 to the late James P. and Susie Register Smith of Clinch County. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-four years, Paul L. Johnson, a daughter, Eva Suelyn Johnson and 6 brothers. She was a member of Stockton Baptist Church where she served as pianist for many years. She was retired from the U.S. Postal Service. During the late 60’s, Mrs. Elsie (as she was affectingly called) along with two of her church friends Bruce Williams and Smitty Allen formed a trio “The Gospel Three". They blessed many hearts (for approximately 20 years) as they traveled South Georgia and North Florida with their Southern Gospel Music. She is survived by her 2 sons and daughters-in-law Larry (Carolyn) Johnson of Stockton, Leon (Diane) Johnson of Stockton, 4 grandchildren: Libby (Brad) Bennett of Nashville, Jason (Ali) Johnson of Stockton, GA, Brooke (John Denver) Roberts of Stockton, Brittany (Ben) Robbins of Ashburn, 4 step- grandchildren: Stacy (Diana) Ray, Tammy (Tony) Holton, Teresa Kistler, and Scott (Ceilah) Ray, 3 great-grandchildren: Jacob and Levi Bennett, and Emma Johnson, several step great-grandchildren, 1 sister Sallie White of Moultrie, brother and sister-in-law Robert (Edith) Smith of Hazlehurst, and several other relatives Funeral services were Sunday, July 22, in the Stockton Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations can be made to the Stockton Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, Attention: Cemetery Fund, 262 Church Rd, Stockton, GA 31649. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving

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JOHNSON, Ephraim Lawton Johnson (Abstracted from the 23 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ephraim Lawton Johnson, age 82, of Patterson, died Saturday (July 21, 2018) at Folkston Park Care and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness. Born July 14, 1936 in Patterson, he was a son of the late William Hansford and Irma Viola Winn Johnson. He lived several years in Jacksonville, FL, while serving in the U.S. Army with the Artillery Unit but returned to Pierce County where he was a longtime accomplished brick mason and farmer. He was a member of New Hope Primitive Baptist Church in Hickox where he served as an ordained deacon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Jody Ward Crosby, two sisters, Mildred Davis and Irene Mobley, and three brothers, Earl Johnson, Ray Johnson and Harry Johnson. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Marie Johns Johnson of Patterson; his daughter, Sheila (Steve) Godley of Brunswick; two sons, Wade (Lisa) Johnson and Keith (Carole) Johnson all of Folkston; 10 grandchildren, Amanda (Chris) Moncus of Brunswick, Ana Crosby of Ray City, Jared (Amy) Crosby of Universal City, TX, Blake (Brooke) Johnson of Folkston, Wyatt (Sky) Johnson of Panama City, FL, Kyler (Abbey) Johnson of Atlanta, Kameron (Grant) Dickerson of Waverly, and Trey Godley, Ryan Godley and Jon Godley, all of Brunswick; 12 great-grandchildren and two more expected; his brothers and sisters, Alvin (Betty) Johnson of Patterson, Carl (Connie) Johnson of Kingsland, Linnie (Ron) Arpen of Jacksonville, FL, Louise (Gene) Register of Homerville, Lee (MaryAnn) Johnson of San Antonio, TX, Clyde (Brenda) Johnson of Blackshear, Kate Johnson of Jacksonville, FL, and Annie Belle (Sid) Griffis of Blackshear; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will take place Tuesday at Hart Funeral Home. Burial will take place at New Home Cemetery in Offerman.

JOHNSON, Era Rebecca Johnson (Abstracted from the 14 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Era Rebecca “Becky” Johnson, age 65, of Waycross, died Wednesday (July 13, 2016) at her residence following an extended illness. Born Jan. 7, 1951 in Adel, she grew up in Fernandina Beach, FL, and lived in Augusta before moving to Waycross in the 1990s. She worked as a waitress at several restaurants, including the Green Frog in Waycross and Shoney’s in Augusta, and had also been a manager at Advance Auto Parts in Waycross. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Milton and Era Belle Cason Fulgham, and a sister, Linda Hickox. Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Arnold Johnson of Waycross; 1 son, Arnold Johnson Jr. of Waycross; 1 daughter, Brenda M. Johnson of Waycross; 2 granddaughters, Elaina Nicole (Marc) Delgato of Norfolk, VA, and Katelyn Johnson of Savannah; a great-granddaughter, Abbey Delgato, of Norfolk, VA; 2 brothers, Charles (Debbie) Fulgham of Waycross, and Hillary Fulgham of Hawaii; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A private family memorial service will take place at a later time. Memorialization is by cremation. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Erich Harry Johnson Jr. (Abstracted from the 15 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) FOLKSTON — Erich Harry Johnson Jr. passed away Thursday (April 13, 2017). He was born Jan. 13, 1934 and lived his entire life in Folkston, except while serving in the U.S. Army. During that time, he traveled to France, Germany, Malta, Jordan, Israel, Egypt and Greece. He was committed to his community and his Folkston family of friends. He was proud to say that other than his military service, he never left the block where he was born. He was a lifetime member of the Folkston United Methodist Church. He shared his faith quietly by his words and generosity to others. He was self-employed his entire working career. He was co-owner of Johnson Brothers Hardware with his mother and brother until 1971. He then became the concessioner at the Suwannee Canal Recreational Area located at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge until his retirement in 1989. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Johnson Sr., and his brother, G. Norris Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Doris Anderson Johnson. He and Doris were happily married for 58 years. By their words and actions, they taught everyone around them a lot about life, love and the importance of family. He was devoted to her, their children and grandchildren. He is also survived by his children, Sophronia (David) Thomas, Erich (Tracy) Johnson and Andy (Tomi) Johnson; and his grandchildren, Spencer Thomas, Emily Thomas, Mary Elizabeth Johnson and Julianna Johnson; and several loving cousins, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held today at Folkston United Methodist Church, 106 S. 3rd St., Folkston. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to Folkston United Methodist Church or the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston.

JOHNSON, Essie Mae Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 13, 2012) Essie Mae Johnson, 53, died Sunday morning (Aug. 12, 2012) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an illness. She was a native of Waycross and received her formal education from the Waycross and Ware County public school system. She was the 94 daughter of Annie Lee Andrew Harris and the late Henry Calhoun. She was a member of Powerhouse of Faith Church and a former employee of Champion International Inc. Survivors include her husband, Ronnie Johnson; children, Malisa Andrews, of Doraville, and Latrice Johnson, of Valdosta; grandchildren, Charquez Neloms and Jasmine Butler; siblings, Frank Andrews (Ossie), Larry Andrews (Joann), Billy Harris (Prudence), Darren Harris (Annette), Vivian Jacobs and Timothy Harris, all of Waycross, Grant Calhoun (Tanya), of Fruitland Park, FL, Beverly Seymore, of Madison, Janice Givens, of Lake City, FL, Valerie Bryant, of Leesburg, FL, and Cora Marshall, of Eustis, FL; and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Johnson residence, 2101 Memorial Drive, Lot 34.

JOHNSON, Essie Mae Johnson – death announcement (Abstracted from John Bullard 22 July 2020) Essie Mae Johnson departed this life Tuesday, July 14, 2020. A private graveside service will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 394 NW Meeting Ave, Madison, Florida. Services by Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home and Crematory 850-973-6666.

JOHNSON, Eugene Johnson – Death Announcement (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 27 August 2018) Eugene Johnson departed this life Sunday, August 25, 2018. A funeral will be Saturday, September 1, 2018 at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 497 SW Georgetown Road, Madison, FL. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Eugene Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 14, 2007) BLACKSHEAR, Eugene "Gene" Johnson, 76, passed away Friday afternoon (May 11, 2007) at Charlton Memorial Hospital following a sudden illness. A native of Appling County, he had lived in Atlanta for many years before moving to Waycross in 1969. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and was retired as CEO of Satilla Regional Medical Center. He attended Brewton-Parker Junior College for two years and continued his education at Georgia State University. After graduation from Georgia State, he went to work as Comptroller of Allright Parking in Atlanta. He and his brother, Ted, had owned and operated Johnson Construction Company in Waycross for many years. After his move to Waycross in 1969, he went to work for Slash Pine as chief financial officer. In the mid '70s he went to work as the chief financial officer at Memorial Hospital in Waycross and in 1991 became the chief executive officer of Satilla Regional Medical Center, where he worked until his retirement in 1999. After his retirement, he started Johnson Investments and served as company president. He received the award for CEO of the Year from the Georgia Hospital Auxiliary and Volunteer Conference in 1998. He also received the 1997-1998 "James B. Harley Distinguished Community Service Award" from the Waycross Kiwanis Club and had been a member of the Waycross Lions Club. At the time of his death, he was a member of the Satilla Regional Medical Center board. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Waycross but had attended First Baptist Church in Blackshear for many years. He was a son of the late Benjamin Franklin and Mamie Bryant Johnson and was also preceded in death by an infant sister and a brother, Daniel Andrew Johnson. Survivors are his wife, Dolores Morris Johnson, of Blackshear; two daughters and a son-in-law, Kim and Keith Ingalls and Staci Smith, all of Waycross; a son, Tim Johnson, of Fernandina Beach, Fla.; a brother, Ted Johnson, of Waycross; a sister-in-law, Barbara Johnson, of Waycross; five grandchildren, Ashleigh Ingalls Douglas, Blake Ingalls, Kaleb Ingalls, Hunter Ingalls and Drew Smith, all of Waycross; three great-grandchildren, Ashton Musgrove, Emma Douglas and Kason Douglas; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock at First Baptist Church in Blackshear. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. Visitation will be this evening from 6 until 9 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 670 Main Street, Blackshear, Ga. 31516; the American Heart Association, Southeast 1101 Affiliate, Northchase Parkway, Suite 1, Marietta, Ga. 30067, www.americanheart.org; or a charity of one's choice. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online register at www.pearsontreadwell.com. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Eugene Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Eugene Johnson, age 77, of Valdosta, GA passed away Saturday morning November 24, 2012 at his residence after a short illness. He was born September 1, 1935 in Moultrie, GA to the late William Ira Johnson and Marie Harrod Johnson. Mr. Johnson served his country in the U. S. Air Force and was a member of Bemiss Road Baptist Church in Valdosta, GA. Mr. Johnson enjoyed fishing (catching & eating) and gardening, very active with his church family and helped maintain the beatification of the church grounds. He was an active member of the Disabled American Veterans, and enjoyed traveling with the Senior Citizens. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Gina Marie Johnson, brother, Joseph Ira Johnson, and a sister, Peggy Ann Clark. Survivors include his wife Evelyn G. Snipes Johnson, of Valdosta, GA, a daughter Sandra L. Hamel, of Valdosta, GA; a daughter 95

& son-in-law Julie Diana & Anthony Harris, of Newton Grove, NC; grandchildren- Rebecca Faith Bridges, of Newton Grove, NC; Robert A. Jr. & Laurel Hamel, of Chattanooga, TN; Stacie Ann & John Chvatal, of Lawrenceville, GA; James Anthony II & Adina Harris, of Newton Grove, NC; Shelley Lynn & Eugene O'Rourke, of St. Augustine, FL; 15 great-grandchildren; a sister & brother- in-law Mary Faye & Ed Moore, of Hahira, GA; and a number of nieces & nephews. Funeral Services were Monday, November 26, 2012 in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services in Valdosta, GA with Dr. Danny Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in New Ramah Cemetery in Ray City, GA. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Bemiss Road Baptist Church Building Fund, 3307 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA 31605.

JOHNSON, Eunalene P. Johnson (Abstracted from the Clinch County April 3, 2013) Mrs. Eunalene P. Johnson, 81, of Fargo, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2013, at her daughter’s residence in Tifton. She was born on October 25, 1931, in Pierce County, to the late Joseph M. and Theatus Elizabeth (Douglas) Pearson. She retired from the United States Postal Service as a clerk and mail carrier. Mrs. Johnson also worked for many years as a bookkeeper for a number of loggers. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hardy Bryant Johnson, Jr. and three brothers, Joseph M. Pearson, B. Harold Pearson, and Hayward “Mickey” Watson Parr. Survivors include daughter and son-in- law, Sheila and Cal Ridley of Tifton; son and daughter-in-law, Hardy Bryant and Teresa Johnson, III of Fargo; grandchildren, Casey and Keith Gibbs of Tifton, Chrystal and Kyle Kendrick of Tifton, Bert and Brandy Kight of Moultrie, Bryanna and Michael Stafford of St. Mary, FL, Ashley Ridley of Dallas, GA, Adam and Sonia Ridley of Garden City, AL, and Hardy Bryant Johnson, IV of Fargo; great-grandchildren, Tristin Gibbs, Taylor Kight, Grace Hall, Grant Hall, Maycey Kight, Gretchen Kendrick, Tucker Stafford, Payton Ridley, Karter Kight, Jayden Hinson, Scarlett Stafford; sisters, Bonnie Zeigler of Rincon, Ga., Rosalyn Neely of Chattahoochee, FL, Dorothy Wright, Jacksonville, Shelby Jean Petty of Crosby, MS; brother, Billy Ray Parr of Needmore, Douglas McArthur Parr of Jasper, FL, Samuel Watson Parr, Jr. of Fargo: and a number of brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at Edith Baptist Church in Fargo. Burial will follow at Boney Bluff Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8: p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at Mrs. Johnson’s home located at 434 Hardy Johnson Road in Fargo. Music Funeral Services will be serving the family.

JOHNSON, Eva Jean Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 11 January 2017) Mrs. Eva Jean Johnson, age 77, of Perry, FL, passed away on January 11, 2017 at Doctors Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. Eva Jean was born March 10, 1939 in Perry, FL to William Daniel Grubbs and Ollie L. Bryant Grubbs. She was 1957 graduate of Taylor County High School and worked as a teller and loan officer for nearly 40 years before retiring from Buckeye Employee Federal Credit Union. She was of the Church of Christ faith and was a member of Spring Warrior Church of Christ. In her spare time she enjoyed bowling, family get-togethers, cooking for her family, and playing bunko with her friends. Eva was preceded in death by her parents, William Daniel Grubbs and Ollie Grubbs, a brother, Walter Wilson, and 2 grandchildren, Darryl and Kelly. She is survived by her husband of 7 years, Ken Johnson of Perry; 4 sons, John (Sarah Jo) Padgett, Riley Padgett, Steve Johnson, all of Perry, and Jim (Brenda) Kuhn of Gainesville, FL; 4 daughters, Marsha (Bobby) Tison, Debbie Parker, Carmen (John) Stanley, and Kim MacAfee, all of Perry; 3 sisters, Ruby Johnson of Pelham, GA, Maxine Hart of Lake Wales, FL, and Neva (Shelby) Butcher of Gainesville; as a well as a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow in San Pedro Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Florence Arnita Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 13, 1970) Florence Arnita Johnson, age 80, died Tuesday in the local hospital after a long illness. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Brince Rowe. She was married to Willie D. Johnson who died in 1952. Mrs. Johnson was a longtime member of the Lee United Methodist Church and was active in the Woman’s Society of Christian Service, and the Ladies’ Sunday School Class. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. R. McMullen of Lee; one grandson, Artis McMullen of Jacksonville; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. George Wheeler of Atlanta; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday in the Lee United Methodist Church with burial in Stonewall Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Frankie Jean Johnson (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 7 May, 2015) Frankie Jean Johnson, age 86, of Madison, FL, passed away on Monday, May 4. The Houston County, Alabama native lived most of her life in Live Oak, was a former member of Philadelphia Baptist Church for 50 years and current member of Unity Baptist Church in Madison. Ms. Johnson is survived by her daughter, Cheryell Johnson (Roy) Thomas, Madison, FL; brother-in-law, James 96

Ray (Yolanda) Johnson, Tampa, FL; 3 grandchildren: Debbie Thomas, Melissa (Patrick) Bowen and David Thomas; 2 great- grandchildren: Alexis Bowen and Patrick Bowen, Jr.; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, O’Neal Johnson; sisters: Elaine Hughes and Carol Lorraine Gunther; and brother-in-law, Arnold Gunther. Services were held Thursday, May 7 at Philadelphia Baptist Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Daniels Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., Live Oak and Branford, FL was in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Freddie Johnson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 9 May 2020) Freddie Johnson was born on October 3, 1957 in Quincy, FL to Joe Lee and Della Mae Johnson. Both of Freddie’s parents and his brothers, Arthur Lee Collins, Sr. and Joseph Johnson, Jr., all preceded him to Glory. Freddie, who was affectionately known as “Don”, by his family and friends was educated in the public schools of Gadsden County. He accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and later became a member of St. Matthew Primitive Baptist Church of Quincy. On Saturday, May 9, 2020, Freddie answered his call from the Lord. He leaves to cherish his fond and loving memories, his loving and devoted wife: Iristine Robinson Johnson; four loving children: Stephanie Johnson, Jamal Johnson, Nicole (Kenneth) Dennis and Tommy Johnson; 15 adoring grandchildren; 15 siblings: Roy Collins, Bobby Johnson, Joe Lee (Mona) Johnson, Jr., Van Johnson, Sr., Melvin Johnson, Vincent (Patricia) Johnson, MaCarlos Johnson, LaCarlos (Monica) Johnson, Quinte (Charsie) Johnson, Cynthia Johnson, Wanda Parker, Debra (Leonard) Martin and Barbara Johnson (Earnest Sr.) Bostick; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JOHNSON, Geneva Freeman Johnson (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL March 11th, 2013) Geneva Freeman Johnson, 63, of Monticello, passed unexpectedly at home on Sunday, March 3, 2013. Her funeral is Saturday at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Monticello Congregation, with burial at Bolen Community Cemetery. Viewing-visitation is Friday at Tillman of Monticello 850-997-5553. A native of Madison, FL, Mrs. Johnson was devoted to her faith and had been a witness for many years. She was a retired receptionist and enjoyed sewing for her leisure. Survivors include her husband, John Frank Johnson; daughter, Genine (Jermaine) Ragin; sons, Simmie (Kristie) Fudge, Minister Lindale (JoAnn) Quinn, Rishardo Lee and John F. Johnson; brothers, George Jr., Walter (Alvarata), Kelly (Johnnie) Freeman and James (Joan) Williams; several grand and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Her parents, George Sr. and Janie Mae Randall Freeman, preceded her in death.

JOHNSON, George Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 18, 1942) Mr. George Johnson nonagenarian of the Macedonia community, died Mon day at his home having reached the ripe old age of 94 years. Funeral services were held Tuesday in the Macedonia Baptist Church with interment in the churchyard. Survivors are four daughters and two sons among whom are Mr. John Marshall Johnson, and Mrs. Bullock, of the Macedonia community, with whom Mr. Johnson made his home. Mr. Johnson was active and in good health until a short time ago.

JOHNSON, George 'Bo' Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 12, 2006) HOMERVILLE, The funeral for George "Bo" Johnson, 90, of Homerville, who died Thursday (May 4, 2006), will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at Greater Morning Star Baptist Church with the Rev. Amos Lee Jr. officiating. He was a life-long resident of Clinch County. His parents were the late George and Addie Mae Randall Johnson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Pearlie Mae Cooper Johnson, his son, George Johnson Jr., a grandson, Troy Rossa and nine siblings. He was a long-time member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Homerville. He was a former employee of Langdale Pole Company. Survivors include: one sister, Alice Jones (Latham), of Callahan, Fla.; one daughter-in-law, Veronica Johnson, of Altamonte Springs, Fla.; two sisters-in-law, Clara Marshall, of Cocoa, Fla., and Lucille Cooper, of Pearson; five grandchildren, George Johnson III, of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Quinton Johnson (Jackie), of Pearson, Thaddeus Johnson, of Mims, Ala., Keith Johnson (Roslyn) and Kimberly Johnson, both of Altamonte Springs, Fla.; 23 great grandchildren; one god-daughter, Jackie McCoy, of Homerville; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Friends are being received this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville. Burial will be in Pine Forest Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Georgia Hudson Johnson (Abstracted from 28 December 2017 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Georgia Hudson Johnson, age 103, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, Dec. 23. Johnson, daughter of the late Mary Jane Hudson Major and Joe Hudson was born on March 29, 1914, in Madison. She attended the public schools of Madison County in 97 the Bethlehem area. Johnson accepted Christ as her Savior in her early adult life. She became a woman of God, professing Godliness with good works. She joined Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church where she remained a faithful member until her health began to fail. On Oct. 27, 1935, she married the late William Johnson, Jr. Johnson was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, William Johnson, Jr.; one son, William Arnold Johnson; one grandson, Jerry Anderson; and two sons-in- laws: Earl Youman and Dr. Chester A. Aikens. Georgia’s 103 years of life will be forever cherished by five loving and devoted daughters: Jenethel (Charles) Davis, Doretha (George) Anderson, Dorothy Youman, Pauline (Cornell) Miller, all of Madison, and Emma Jean Aikens of Jacksonville; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, Dec. 30 at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church in Madison. Mt. Zion A.M.E Church is located at 576 SW Dade St., in Madison. All arrangements are under the direction of Eric A. Brown & Son Funeral Home of Jasper.

JOHNSON, Gordon Ungene Johnson (Abstracted from the 20 March 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Gordon Ungene Johnson, age 75, of Homerville, will be held Saturday at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Reddick Street, Homerville. He was born Sept. 19, 1939 in Cogdell, the 10th child born to the late Deacon James Johnson Sr. and Sarah Jane McKinnon Johnson. He joined St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He received his formal education from the public school system of Clinch County and Homerville. During his life he resided in Cog dell, Deland, FL, Homerville and Lakeland. He departed this life Monday (March 16, 2015) in Lake Villa Convalescent Center, Lakeland, after an illness. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two daughters, four brothers and a sister. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Brenda Davis Johnson, of Lakeland; 5 sons, Robert Davis, of Waycross, Dennis U. Ray, of St. Petersburg, FL, Jimmy Dell Harris, of Savannah, Robert Johnson, of New Jersey, and Gordon Johnson, of Deland, FL; an adopted daughter, Ada Ross, of Gainesville, FL; 1 brother, George Johnson, of Titusville, FL; 2 sisters, Burneva J. Carter, of Deland, FL, and Frances J. McCall, of Miami, FL; sisters-in-law, Bertha Hazekiah, of Valdosta, and Rose Johnson, of Titusville; 2 brothers-in-law, Joseph Cooper and Daniel McCall, both of Miami, FL; an aunt, Alice Jones, of Callahan, FL; a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery, Homerville. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JOHNSON, Grace M. Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 23 October 2017) Grace M Johnson, age 92, of Columbia, SC passed away Monday, October 23, 2017 at Carolina Gardens at Kathwood. She was born on October 19, 1925 in Quitman, GA to the late James William Keene and Annie Mae Finch Keene. She was a retired store manager at Woolworth’s of Valdosta where she worked for over 20 years. She was of the Church of God – Pentecostal faith and was a member of Lake Park Church of God of Lake Park, GA and Crossing Community Church of Columbia, SC. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph W. Johnson; daughter, Gail Johnson; brother, Charles Keene and sister, Annie Keene. She is survived by 1 daughter & son-in-law, Sheryl & Luke McNeil of Ashville, NC; 2 sons & daughters-in- law, R. Wade & Mary Alice Johnson of Rosemary, FL; Bryan & Dee Dee Johnson, Sr. of Columbia, SC; 9 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and several nieces & nephews. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Lake Park Church of God with burial to follow at Mount Zion Cemetery. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Johnson family.

JOHNSON, Harold Eugene Johnson (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/08/harold-eugene-johnson/) Harold Eugene Johnson was born July 26, 1961, in Adel, GA, to the late John Frank Johnson, Sr. and the late Eldora Covington Johnson. He was a husband with uncompromising values, encouraging, wise, kind hearted, humble, loving, caring, giving a great father to his children. He provided for his family by being a dedicated employee at Nashville Mills. He was a man who loved deeply, worked hard to provide for his family, showed himself friendly through kindness and compassion. He did not mind helping those in need. Though he was soft spoken and gentle, yet when he spoke his words were filled with love and wisdom. Throughout his marriage to his wife Harriett, children were added and Harold became a father who loved, adored and encouraged his children to be all that they could be. Not only did he demonstrate a great love for his children but to all who knew him. On Thursday, July 25, 2019, the Lord granted Harold eternal rest. In addition to his parents, the late John Frank Johnson, Sr. and the late Eldora Johnson, he is preceded in death by one brother: James Johnson. Harold Eugene Johnson leaves his legacy of love and cherished memories to his wife: Harriett Johnson; his three children: Harold Johnson, Jr. (Adrian) of Sparks, GA, Yolanda Johnson of Cecil, GA and Willie Johnson (Victoria) of Hahira, GA; two sisters: Elnora Thomas (Bennie) and Carla Payne (James), both of Adel, GA; two brothers: John Wesley (Clementine) of Jacksonville, FL and John Frank Johnson, Jr. (Wilma) of Louisville, GA; four sisters-in-law to include Angela Johnson of Cecil, GA; two brothers-in-law; nine grandchildren: Jerell Johnson, Tylan Johnson, Jariyah Johnson, Ariel Johnson, Hailey Vaughn, Mechelle Johnson, Peyton Johnson, Riley Johnson and 98

Anthony Carter; and a host of extended family, nieces, nephews and cousins. The Celebration of Life for the late Harold Eugene Johnson will be at the New Prospect Baptist Church, 502 West 2nd Street, Adel, GA. Interment, County Line Independent Methodist Church, 2392 Fellowship Road, Cecil, GA. Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

JOHNSON, Helen Deloris Johnson (Abstracted from the 27 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Helen Deloris Johnson, age 64, died Wednesday (Feb. 20, 2019) at the Miller County Nursing Home in Colquitt, following an extended illness. She was a Waycross native. The funeral will be at Full Gospel Church, 410 Brunel St.

JOHNSON, Helen Dickinson Hembree Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 13 July 2019) Helen Dickinson Hembree Johnson (Sweetie) went home to be with the Lord on July 10, 2019. Funeral services will be at First United Methodist Church in Madison, FL. Interment will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Sweetie was born March 30, 1925, in Madison, FL to R.C. Dickinson, Sr. and Helen Fraleigh Dickinson. She was a 6th generation Floridian. She attended FSCW (now FSU) and the University of South Carolina. She was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. Sweetie was a homemaker and receptionist at NFJC for 26 years. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and the Mary Martha Circle. She was also an active member of the Madison Garden Club. She leaves behind her three beloved children, Helen (Len) Hembree Kunzelman (Bill) of Ft. Valley, GA, Joseph (Joe) W. Hembree II (Claire) of Windermere, FL, and Charles (Bill) W. Hembree, Jr. of Ocoee, FL. She was the grandmother of five grandchildren who adored her and eight precious great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to: The Florida United Methodist Children’s Home, Development Department, 51 Children’s Way, Enterprise, FL 32725 or to The First United Methodist Church Building Fund, PO Box 294, Madison, FL 32341. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

JOHNSON, Henry Johnson – death announcement (Abstracted from John Bullard 14 August 2020) Henry Johnson (Bay Bay) departed this life Wednesday, August 12, 2020. A graveside service will be held Sunday, August 16, 2020 12:00 p.m. at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 394 NW Meeting Avenue, Madison, Florida. Everyone must wear mask please. Services by Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home, 162 SW Third Avenue, Madison, FL 850-973-6666.

JOHNSON, Ida M. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 31, 1965) Ida M. Johnson, age 89, died Saturday December 25th in Jacksonville after a long illness. She was born in Jackson County, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George W. Messer and had been a resident of Jacksonville since 1930. Survivors are three daughters, Miss Louise Johnson and Miss Margaret Johnson, both of Jacksonville and Mrs. Albert Jarrell of Sanford; three sons, H. E. McArthur of Madison, W. H. McArthur of Jacksonville Beach and R. A. McArthur of Panama City; one brother, Henry Messer of Madison; and one sister, Mrs. J. W. Bevis of Tallahassee; eight grandchildren several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Irene Gant Johnson (Abstracted from the 15 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Irene Gant Johnson died Dec. 8, 2016. She was born to Irene Gant and the late Arthur Lee Gant Jr. June 28, 1965 in Waycross. She accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Piney Grove Baptist Church. She attended Pierce County Schools. Those left to cherish her memories include five children, 3 boys, George Lee (Courtney) Williams of North Carolina, Joseph Williams of Fort Hood, TX, and Richard Williams of Waycross; 2 daughters, Felanta Gant and Ritizee Williams of Milledgeville; her mother, Irene Williams, of St. Petersburg, FL; sisters, Ruby Gant of Jacksonville, FL, Marguerite Gant of Waycross, Jackie Williams, Bessie (Donald) Boone of St. Petersburg, FL; 3 brothers, Arthur Lee (Cece) Gant III, Robert (Julie) Gant of Jacksonville, FL, and Leo Williams of St. Petersburg, FL; 1 step-sister, Norma (Cleveland) Moore of North Carolina; 15 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts. Friends are being received at the home of Arthur Gant III, 703 Reed St.

JOHNSON, Iris Denise Johnson (Abstracted from the 18 May 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The home going services for Iris Denise Johnson will be Monday at Emanuel’s International Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, 600 Genoa St. Burial and committal service will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at 819 Jones St. Monday. She was born June 5, 1975 to Jerry L. Orange and Lenora Smith Phillips. She was affectionately known as “Queen,” was 99 educated in Ware County School system and was a graduate of Waycross High School class of 1994. She was employed at Walmart for 10 years, Shoney’s, Ware Correctional Institute and Ryan’s. She was a member of Emmanuel International Cathedral of the Holy Spirit where she joined at a very young age. She was married to Maurice Johnson and to this union two children were born, DeZandre’ Johnson and Iavionce Johnson. After fulfilling her number of appointed days on earth, she was transitioned to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday (May 10, 2017). She was preceded in death by special family, John and Ida Smith, her grandparents (she was the fifth grandchild), Dan Orange Sr., her grandfather, John and Fannie Slay, great-grand parents, Viola and Richard Gamble, Gracie and Willie Mullens and Leroy and Leila Smith, great-aunts and uncles, and Verlyn Gail Everhart, aunt. She leaves to cherish her memories a husband, Maurice Johnson; a son, DeZandre’ Johnson; and a daughter, Iavionce Johnson; father, Jerry L. Orange Sr., of Atlanta; mother, Lenora (Bobby) Phillips of Waycross; father and mother-in-law, Allen and Dorothy Johnson of Savannah; grandmother, Alice Orange of Waycross; grandmother-in-law, Ora Bell Horton of Jesup; one brother, Jerry L. (LaShonda) Orange Jr.; two sisters, Regina (Lamont) Mann all of Perry, and Sherita (Tyrone) Love of St. Marys; two brothers-in-law, Charles (Vanessa) Wallace of Savannah, and David (Sonya) McCloud of Perry; loving aunts, Velma Sue (Bobby) Cobb, Gracie (Mike) Daniels, Barbara Roach of Waycross, Blondie Orange and Susie Henderson of Rochester, NY, Margaret Orange Kemp of Miami, FL; uncles, John Henry (Gwen) Smith of Jesup, Billy (Beth) Atkins, James (Florestin) Atkin and Dan Orange Jr. of Waycross, Charles Orange of Miami, FL, Doyle Orange of Canada, Jimmy Orange of Atlanta; special cousins, Tracey Lee, of Chattanooga, TN, Zykia Smith, of Seattle, WA, John Henry Smith, Dallas, TX, Michelle Williams of Waycross; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, Waycross.

JOHNSON, Mrs. J. O. Johnson (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, June 18, 1903) At her home in this county, about four miles south of town, on Tuesday, June 9th, Mrs. Johnson, wife of J. O. Johnson. The funeral was held on Wednesday, the interment being at Mt. Horeb church. Besides the husband several children are left to mourn the death of a mother. No record was found of the burial

JOHNSON, J. O’Neal Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 15, 1950) J. O’Neal Johnson, 61, a retired druggist of Tampa, and native of Madison, died December 9th, in Tampa. Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Elva A. Johnson, of Tampa, one son J. O’Neal Johnson, of Jacksonville, three daughters, all living in Tampa, and one brother, William Clyde Johnson. Mr. Johnson moved to Tampa 21 years ago from Jacksonville where he resided several years after leaving Madison. Mr. Johnson was connected with the Moseley Drug Store here, and after Mr. Moseley’s death, the business became the Johnson-Hay Drug Store.

JOHNSON, Mrs. J. R. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 8, 1912) Mrs. J. R. Johnson died at her home about three and a half miles south east of town last Friday night. The deceased had been very ill for some time, and although a shock to her friends, her death was not unexpected. Interment was made in Oak Ridge Cemetery Saturday afternoon.

JOHNSON, Jacob Kinza Johnson, Jr. (Abstracted from information received from June Spear 16 June 2015) Jacob Kinza Johnson, Jr., "Jay", age 44, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 12, 2015, from a tragic accident. Jay was born on September 8, 1970 in Madison, FL. He was a graduate of Madison County High School, North Florida Junior College, and Florida State University with degrees in both real estate and marketing. He was not only the President of Johnson and Johnson, Incorporated, but a visionary who loved business and saw it as a vehicle to improve the community and the lives of others. Jay began learning the love of the business when he was very young, riding with his father in the gasoline truck delivering fuel. He worked at Yellow Pine Truck Stop changing tires and pumping gas throughout each summer and in high school, and when he returned from college, put his degrees to use by starting a propane company. He was instrumental in the tremendous growth of Johnson and Johnson, Inc., and the development of the Busy Bee brand. Jay was a devoted Christian who "walked the Walk and talked the Talk" being described by friends, family and business associates as dedicated to the principles of God and family. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, having served as Chairman of the Board. Jay also enjoyed coaching his sons' baseball teams when they learned to play baseball, improving the fields, and sponsoring teams. He was a founding member and served as Vice-President of the James Madison Preparatory High School. He was a Director of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. Jay also served as a member of the Advisory Board for Jobs and Prosperity Task Force, and he was 100 appointed by Governor Rick Scott to an industry committee. Jay received several other awards for his outstanding leadership in many different organizations in the education, real estate and petroleum industries. He enjoyed spending time with his family fishing, hunting, at baseball games, and traveling. He was well read, and began and ended the day with his Bible. Jay was a deep thinker whose brain was in constant motion, solving problems positively from how to more efficiently ship fuel tankers to how Noah actually built the ark with limited tools. Jay had a smile for everyone, and this positive attitude and heart full of thankfulness came from a deep confidence that he was blessed by God, witnessed every single day when he answered, "Blessed" if asked how he was doing. He is survived by his loving wife, Karen Annette (Houser) Johnson and two sons, Jacob Lewis Johnson, and Jarod Kinza Johnson; his parents, Jacob K. Johnson and Jacqueline P. Johnson of Madison, FL; her parents, Delmar and Karen Houser of Madison, FL; two sisters, Mary Bess (William) Wilson of Destin, FL, and Elizabeth (Lucas) Waring of St. Augustine, FL; many nieces and nephews he enjoyed entertaining with his humor and wit, and a host of other family members. Jay Johnson saw in people their true potential even if they did not see it in themselves, and helped coach them to cross the finish line, hammering home that their success was achievable. May each of us who were privileged enough to have been a part of his life, rise and meet the true potential that Jay could see, never forgetting his encouragement and persistence. Hammer Down! Funeral services will be Friday, June 19, 2015, at First United Methodist Church, 348 Southwest Rutledge Street, Madison, Florida, 32340. Interment will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, the Jay Johnson Memorial Fund has been established at Madison County Community Bank, 301 East Base Street, Madison, Florida, 32340, for donations to youth programs. Contributions to The Madison County Friends of the Hospital, Incorporated, at 309 Northeast Marion Street, Madison, FL 32340, would also honor Jay's life and memory.

JOHNSON, James Johnson (Abstracted from the 14 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James “Coach Jimmy” Johnson, age 71, died Tuesday (July 12, 2016) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following an extended illness. He was a native of Columbia, TN, grew up in Bainbridge, and lived most of his adult life in Ware County. He was the son of the late James Knox Polk Johnson Sr. He earned a bachelor of science degree and a master’s degree in secondary education. He taught for 28 years at Ware County High School. He was a teacher and coached football, tennis and track. He was retired from the Brantley County High School. He was a devoted member of Winona Park United Methodist Church, the president of the Sojourners and helped cook Wednesday night suppers at the church. He formerly served as president of the Ware County Magnet School Athletic Club. Survivors include his wife, Julia Pead Johnson of Waycross; 1 daughter, Maq Johnson and Yanny Richardson of Waycross; 1 son, James Knox Polk Johnson III and Holly Johnson of Waycross; 3 grandchildren, Matthew Knox Johnson, A.J. Richardson and Maylee Grace Johnson; and his mother, Margaret Johnson, of Waycross. A funeral will be Friday at Winona Park United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Kettle Creek Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, James A. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 30, 1950) James A. Johnson, age 15, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Johnson of the northern part of Madison County, passed away Monday, June 26, in a Valdosta Hospital. Funeral services were held Thursday at Mt. Horeb. Survivors are his parent, five brothers, including, Monroe; Frank; Lloyd; Donald and Elmer, all of Pinetta and one sister, Mrs. Marie Hammond, of Milford, DE.

JOHNSON, James Clarence Johnson (Abstracted from the June 21, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) MACON — James Clarence Johnson, age 86, of Gray, passed away Thursday (June 19, 2014) at Macon Medical Center following an illness. Born in Millen, June 9, 1928, he was the son of the late Jasper Green and Bertha Lee James Johnson. He served in the United States Air Force during World War II. He later went to work for the City of Estill, SC, where he retired as a truck driver. He moved to Gray six years ago and was of the Christian faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Moody Johnson, four sons, Richard Michael Johnson, Jerry Dewayne Johnson, Steven Lamar “Steve” Johnson and William Hershel “Billy” Johnson, a sister, Eloise Ginn, and a brother, Robert Lee “R. Lee” Johnson. Survivors include 1 son, James C. “Jimmy” (Ruby) Johnson, of Gray; 2 daughters, Kathrine “Kitty” Hair, of Atkinson, and Joyce Ann (Mike) Gunnells, of Barnwell, SC; 1 brother, Emerson L. (Martha) Johnson, of Rincon; 13 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and many other relatives. The funeral will be Sunday in the Pearson- Dial Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Byrd Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, James Edward Johnson (Abstracted from the June 19, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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James Edward “Ed” Johnson, age 82, of Griffin, died Tuesday (June 17, 2014) at Spalding Regional Medical Center in Griffin following an extended illness. He was a native of Clinch County, but lived most of his life in Jacksonville, FL, before making his home in Griffin for the past eight years. He was the son of the late John Wesley Johnson and Emily Fowler Johnson. He was also preceded in death by a step-daughter, Alison Buffington, of Sugar Hill, a sister, Faye Higginbotham, of Blackshear, and a brother, Leo Johnson, of Hoboken. He was retired after many years of working with heavy equipment, land clearing and electrical work. He was a member of North Jacksonville Baptist Church, and was an avid gardener and loved to fish. Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Mary Alice Johnson, of Griffin; 2 daughters, Kimberly (Terence) Clark, of Jacksonville, FL, and Kathryn “Kay” Johnson Mohney, of Brandon, FL; 3 sons, Stanley (Sharon) Johnson, Bill (Carol) Johnson, and Danny (Tina) Johnson, all of Jacksonville, FL; 2 stepdaughters, Gretchen (Steve) Sumner, of Forsyth, and Bridget (Tony) Crews, of Fernandina Beach, FL; 1 step-son, Pete J. Godfrey, of Kingsland; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters, Louise (Alvin) Rowell, and Carolyn Tuten, both of Blackshear, Merinda (Carl) Bennett, of Sargent, TX, and Joy (Eugene) Dixon, of Waycross; 1 brother, Buddy (Carolyn) Johnson, of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Waters Cemetery in Pierce County. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, James Herbert Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 1 March 2016) James Herbert Johnson, age 51, of Valdosta, GA passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on August 9, 1964 in Hahira, GA to Robert Lee and Jessie Annette (McGuryt) Johnson, Sr. He was a member of the Abundant Life Church of God and was a groundskeeper for Sunset Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his father, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, James H. and Judy Morrell, Sr., and his sister, Carol Johnson Yingling. Survivors include his wife, Irene Morrell Johnson of Valdosta, GA; his mother, Jessie Annette Johnson of Hahira, GA; 2 daughters & sons-in-law, Hannah (Robert) Duda of Valdosta, GA, Brandi (Jay) Broome of Hahira, GA; sister & brother-in-law, Margaret (Milt) Haaland of Hahira, GA; sister, Susan Johnson Dyal of Hahira, GA; 2 brothers, Robert Johnson of NV, Michael Andrew Johnson of CO; 3 granddaughters, Brittany Michelle Sumner, Sarah Angel Duda, Chanda Rae Oliver; 1 grandson, Ethan James Broome; sister-in- law and brother-in-law, Liz Hack and Roger Suggs of Valdosta, GA; brother-in-law, James H. Morrell, Jr. of Valdosta, GA; and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins. As per his wishes, James will be cremated with no formal services to be held. In lieu of flowers, some friends of the family have created a Go Fund Me account to which donations can be made. Music Funeral Services/Azalea Crematory of Valdosta is serving the family.

JOHNSON, James Howard Johnson Jr, (Abstracted from the 8 December 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mr. James Howard Johnson, Jr., went home to be with the Lord on December 2, 2017, at the South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA. Howard was born in Alma, GA, on May 6, 1944. He was the son of the late James Howard Johnson, Sr. and Grace Mattox Johnson. He grew up in the Forks of the Hurricane, Pierce County, Georgia. He graduated from Blackshear High School in 1962. He attended South Georgia College in Douglas for a short period of time. He was employed by Southern Bell Telephone in 1966 and retired from Bell South Telephone in 2002. He had been a farmer in his younger days. He loved to drive a tractor and even participated in Tractor Pulling’s for a few years. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed many days with his fishing buddies. He was a member of College Avenue Baptist Church since 1985. He enjoyed doing maintenance work around the church until his health would not allow him to work. He served on several committees doing service for the Lord. Howard had a very compassionate heart and was concerned about people in need or who needed a helping hand to accomplish their goals. He is preceded in death by his parents James Howard and Grace M Johnson, a brother Andrew Jackson Johnson; and great- grandchildren Gracelyn Noel Dyal and Cameron Hunter Purvis. He is survived by his loving wife of over 33 years Geraldine Sears Johnson, daughter Marcia Lynn Johnson (Lee) Dyal, Sherree Talene Moore (Robert) Cordero, Mitchel Monroe (Cindy) Moore, step-son: Gary Dewayne (Donna) Purvis, grandchildren: Jeremy Lee (Morgan) Dyal, Jordan James Dyal, Jennifer Lee Moore, James Monroe (Jessica) Johnson, step-grandchildren: Michael Lee (Audrey) Purvis, Jake Daniel Purvis, great-grandchild: Kyrie Rayne Johnson, step-great-grandchildren: Alyssa Purvis, Kaylee Purvis, Travis Wagner, Brooke Coleman, sister: Lou Ella Johnson (David) Miller, brother: Carl Milton Johnson and many cousins. The family request in-lieu-of-flowers donations be made to College Avenue Baptist Church, 714 South College Avenue, Douglas, GA, 31533. The funeral was held at College Avenue Baptist Church on Tuesday, December 5, 2017. Interment followed at Satilla Memorial Gardens. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, James Junior Johnson (Abstracted from the November 4, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper)

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PATTERSON — James Junior Johnson, 68, of Patterson, passed away Saturday (Nov. 2, 2013) at his residence. Born in Odum on June 4, 1945, he lived in Pierce County most of his adult life. He farmed before going to work for Gilman Building Products as a mechanic/welder from which he retired after 33 years. He was a member of Offerman Baptist Church and the Hope Sunday school class. He enjoyed fishing and going camping. He was a son of the late James William Jr. and Maggie Lee Cason Johnson. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Diane Colley Johnson, and a brother, Robert “Bob” Johnson. Survivors include 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Tammie (Eddie) Dunnigan and Malinda (John) Graves, all of Patterson; 1 son, Terry Johnson, of Patterson, and his special friend, Susan Luke, of Blackshear; 3 sisters, Joy (Joe) Redfern and Bertha (Troy) Hickox, all of Patterson, and Mary Cumbie, of Jacksonville, FL; 1 brother, Monroe (Maryann) Johnson, of Patterson; 8 grandchildren, Jennifer (Robert) Pittman, Corey (Nicole) Johnson, Trey (Rejena) Simpson, Jamie Simpson, Levi Dunnigan, Joshua Simpson, Tyler Passmore and Abby Passmore; 5 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Monday at Offerman Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Laura Chapel Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, James M. Johnson (Abstracted from Jewell North Coverdale one of Elmer’s Genealogy Corner’s friends) Mr. James M. Johnson, age 62 of Macclenny, passed away Friday, December 27, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. A Baker County resident since 1979, Mr. Johnson was a twenty-five year employee of Industrial Steel Fabricators and most recently was a welder at Whitley Steel in Maxville. He was a member of the Dawkins Masonic Lodge #60 of Macclenny. He enjoyed woodworking, grilling, gardening and fishing. He was of the Christian faith and especially loved spending time at home with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife: Vanessa Johnson; sons: Clayton (Brandy) Johnson of Gainesville and Nathan Johnson of Macclenny; daughter: Kathy Johnson Lee of Macclenny; mother: Hazel Pope of Jacksonville; brothers: Leonard (Clara) Johnson, Sr. of Lake City and Dale Johnson of Jacksonville; sisters: Jeraldine (Frank) Waters and Rhonda (Steve) Holden, all of Jacksonville and Diane (James) Robinson of Jackson, GA; and grandsons: Colton and Brody Lee of Macclenny. Numerous other family members and friends also survive. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 31, 2013 in the chapel of Forbes Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Riverside Memorial Park, Jacksonville. Arrangements are under the care of Forbes Funeral Home, Macclenny, FL. 904-259-4600.

JOHNSON, James Pearson Johnson (Abstracted from the 30 November 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James Pearson Johnson, age 85, of Douglas, passed away Thursday (Nov. 26, 2015) at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. He was born April 30, 1930, in Brunswick to the late James McCarthy Johnson and Birdie Lee Sweat Johnson Buie. Survivors include his 2 sons, John (Lisa) Johnson of Waycross, and Jimmy Lee (Mary) Johnson of Alma; 1 half- brother, Edgar Johnson of Amelia Island, FL; 4 grandchildren, Ashleigh Johnson, Breanna Johnson, Jessica Johnson and Jennifer Johnson; 2 great-grandchildren, Ashton Adams and Landon Harper; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margie Johnson, his father, James McCarthy Johnson, his stepfather and mother, John A. Buie and Birdie Lee Sweat Buie. The funeral was held Sunday in the chapel of Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Homeward Cemetery in Camden County.

JOHNSON, James Ray Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 4 September 2016) James Ray Johnson, age 93, of Tampa, FL passed from this life and into the presence of the Lord on Monday, August 29, 2016. Mr. Johnson was born and raised in Live Oak FL. Although he lived the last 28 years of his life in Tampa, FL, he was a member of Philadelphia Baptist Church in Live Oak, where his family has attended services for many years. Mr. Johnson joined the Army at an early age to fight for his country in World War II with the 158th Engineers Combat Battalion. He fought in all five European Battle Campaigns including Utah Beach in Normandy, as well as the Korean War. He retired from the US Army in December of 1968. He is survived by Yolonda, his wife of 34 years, five daughters, Janet Cuppett Zygarlowski of Madison, FL, Nelly Cagle, Nannette (Ray) Kimbro, Neena Funicelli, of Live Oak, FL, and Rhonda Sopp of Tampa FL. He is also survived by a step-son, Kevin Hart of Morgan, CA. Also, Mike Sopp of Tampa, FL who he considered the son with which he had never been blessed. Mr. Johnson is further survived by 11 grandchildren and numerous great and great-great grandchildren. Daniels Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc. handled the arrangements. Services was September 3, 2016 at the Philadelphia Baptist Church and interment followed at their cemetery.

JOHNSON, Janice Tripp Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 19, 2008)

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Janice Tripp Johnson, 95, died Thursday (July 17, 2008) at Satilla Regional Medical Center in Waycross after a brief illness. She was born the second of five sisters in Somers, Iowa, where she spent many years, but lived most of her married life in Jacksonville, Fla., before moving to Baptist Village in Waycross in 1998. She was the wife of the late Marlin Johnson and was preceded in death her parents, Lafayette "Dude" Tripp and Viola Brayton Tripp; a son, William Edward Johnson; a grandson, Scott Marlin Johnson; a granddaughter, Holly Janice Daugharty; and three sisters, Mary Allbaugh, Betty Hawk and Wilda Hunter. She was a member of Arlington United Methodist Church and the Arlington Women's Club in Jacksonville, Fla. She was a homemaker and a mother, but she also worked as a teacher of a one-room country school and at Gates Department Store in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, where she developed a flair for style and fashion. She worked many happy years at the first Pic-N-Save in Jacksonville, Fla. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Judi and George Ray Daugharty, of Homerville; a daughter-in-law, Vicki Johnson, of Surprise, Ariz.; four grandchildren, Jeff Johnson, of Olympia, Wash., Molly Daugharty and Betsy Daugharty, both of Homerville, and Katy Daugharty, of New York, N.Y.; one great-granddaughter, Holly Mullis, of Homerville; a sister, Truth Neill, of Marshalltown, Iowa; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday (July 25, 2008) at the Mitchell Chapel at Baptist Village. Memorialization will be by cremation. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Jayden Jamar Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 13 September 2018) A tiny little angel bid a silent sweet goodbye to a sad and weeping mother then flew off to Heavens sky and Angel in the Book of Life wrote down this baby's birth as she shut the book she whispered too beautiful for Earth. Jayden Jamar Johnson born September 11th 2018, 7 pounds 1 ounce 21 inches long passed away peacefully in his mother's arms on Thursday September 13th at Macon Medical Center. He is survived by his loving mother Sarah Ann Johnson of Nashville, GA and to adoring big sisters MA’kayla and MA’kenzie Johnson of Nashville, GA; a grandmother Samantha Johnson of New Tripoli, PA and grandfather George Johnson of Nashville, GA. Jayden is leaving behind numerous aunts uncles and cousins who will forever hold him in their hearts and love him always. A Memorial Service will be Wednesday September 19th 2018 at Burns Funeral Home Madison, FL. In lieu of flowers the family is asking donations be made directly to Burns Funeral Home in the name of Jayden Jamar Johnson. Rest in peace always our beautiful angel you may be gone but you will never be forgotten you will live in our hearts forever.

JOHNSON, Jean Dalrymple Johnson (Abstracted from the 6 June 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jean Dalrymple Johnson, age 85, died Friday (June 3, 2016) at her residence following an extended illness. She was a native and life-long resident of Waycross except for a brief time she resided in Leesburg, FL. She was the wife of the late Lester J. Johnson and daughter of the late William Oliver Dalrymple and Mary Lou O’Quinn Dalrymple, but was raised by her adoptive parents, the late Fitzhugh and Rosdie Lee. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Margie F. Taylor. She was a member of Central Baptist Church. She was a registered nurse and had formerly worked at the Atlantic Coast Line Hospital. In her later years she devoted her efforts to being a homemaker. Survivors include her step-children, Steve (Lisa) Johnson of Blackshear, Lamar (Diane) Johnson of Waycross, Gary (Terri) Johnson of Brantley County, and Delisa Renew of Waycross; grandchildren Brandy Murray of Brantley County, Leah (Michael) Parks, Linsey (Patrick) Hayman of Waycross, Britanni Hickox of Tifton, Buck (Abby) Johnson of Statesboro, Haley (Ryan) King, Dylan Renew, and Jared Renew of Waycross; eight great-grandchildren; a nephew, Jerry L. Donohue of Chattanooga, TN; and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Jerry Dwayne Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 13, 2005) GRAY — Jerry Dwayne Johnson, 46, died Monday (Oct. 10, 2005) at his residence. A native of Blackshear, he had lived in Estill, SC before moving to Gray recently. He was a painter and had attended the First Church of the Living God in Columbia, SC. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth Moody Johnson, and also by a brother, Richard M. Johnson. Jerry will be remembered for leaving a piece of his heart with all he touched. Survivors include three daughters, Becky (John) Mosley of Columbia and Ashley Johnson and Katie Johnson both of Wrightsville; two sons, Mark Johnson and his fianceé, Ellie Deaton of West Columbia, SC and Joey (Jessica) Johnson of Lexington, SC; his father, James C. Johnson of Estill; two sisters, Katherine (Michael) Hair of Brunswick and Joyce Ann (Mike) Gunnels of Barnwell, SC; two brothers, Jimmy (Ruby) Johnson of Gray and Stevie Johnson of Estill, S.C.; four grandchildren, Cody Johnson, Trenton Mosley, Trevor Johnson and Brandin Mosley; a special niece, September Rain Deal; his loving ex-wife, Vickie Johnson; and several other nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside funeral will be held Friday at 4 p.m. at Byrd Cemetery. Visitation will be tonight from 6 to 9 at the funeral home. Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online register at www.pearsontreadwell.com. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in 104 charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Jerry Russell Johnson (Abstracted from the 5 February 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Jerry Russell Johnson Sr., age 65, of Blackshear, passed away suddenly Tuesday (Feb. 3, 2015) while doing what he loved, farming. Born in Blackshear, Nov. 6, 1949, he lived in Pierce County all of his life. He worked for three generations of the Dixon family at Dixon Farms for most of his life. He was a hardworking man who loved what he did. He liked to fish, had a nickname for all of his children and grandchildren (they think he probably didn’t remember their actual names) and attended Alabaha Freewill Baptist Church. He was a son of the late John William Johnson. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Johnson. Survivors include his wife, Bessie Grantham Johnson, of Blackshear; 4 daughters and 2 sons-in-law, Tammy (Edward) Cady, of Blackshear, Terrie Kibler, of Dublin, Karrie (Jerry) Cox, of Blackshear, and Angela Johnson, of Blackshear; 1 son and daughter-in-law, Jerry Russell (Tiffany) Johnson Jr., of Blackshear; his mother, Evyone Dubberly Holmes, of Browntown; 3 sisters and 2 brothers-in-law, Louise Barr, of Browntown, Faye (Alton) Clay, of Hoboken, and Gay (Wayne) Jacobs, of Browntown; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Billy Ray (Eloise) Johnson, of Blackshear; 14 grandchildren, Chris Fowler, Blake Cady, Cierra Johnson, Miriah (Dalton) Clary, Andrew Cox, Kristi Cox, Whitney Kibler, LeAnn Kibler, Courtney Johnson, Cammie Johnson, Will Johnson, Candace Cox, Bailey Cox and Chance Morgan; 3 great-grandchildren and a fourth due in a week; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Friday at Pine Grove Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Smith Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Jessie Johnson (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 3 May 2020) Jessie Johnson, age 82, of Hahira, GA passed away on Sunday May 3, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL after a lengthy illness. She was born on July 9, 1937 in Valdosta, GA to the late James and Margaret (Burdell) McGuyrt. Jessie remained in the Valdosta area for her entire life. She worked as a nurse aid for South Georgia Medical Center for many years until her retirement. In her free time, she enjoyed fishing, sewing, and spending time with her family. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter, Carol Johnson; son, James Johnson; brothers, James McGuyrt, Jr. and Monroe McGuyrt; and sister, Margaret Clark. Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Margaret Esther Levina McGuyrt (Milton Haland) of Ray City, GA; son, Robert Lee Johnson, Sr. of Las Vegas, NV; son, Michael Andrew Johnson of Nashville, GA; daughter, Susan Dyal (David Moore) of Hahira, GA; grandchildren: Allen, Jim, Carol (Howard), Brandy (Ed), Hannah (Robert), Herby, Amanda, Caleb, Robert Lee, Jr, Lee Roy, Chad, Jenny (Geo); great grandchildren: Eddy, Amy, JD, Grace, Anna Bella, Gage, Jamie, Issac, Gabby, Mikahela, Brayden, Dawson, Sara, Chanda, Matt, Amber, Brittany, Ethan, Alley, Landis, Gabriel, Bailey; great grandchildren: Genesis, Maddy; daughter-in-law, Irene Johnson of Hahira, GA; and sister, Patricia Harrell of Valdosta, GA. As per her wishes she will be cremated and no formal services will be held. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Azalea Crematory of Valdosta is serving the Johnson family.

JOHNSON, Jessie Lee Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 24, 2011) HOMERVILLE - Jessie Lee Johnson, 56, of Homerville, died Sunday (Feb. 20, 2011) at his residence. He was a native of Homerville and the son of the late Charlie Johnson and Clarice Marie Glaze Williamson. He received his formal education from the public school system of Clinch County. Survivors include his wife, Carla Johnson; six sisters, Ethel Gordon (Robert), of Quitman, and Louise Williamson, Catherine Berry (Bill), Betty Ware (Leon), Annie Lisa Maeweather and Linda FayeWilliamson, all of Lake City, Fla.; four brothers, James Johnson, Floyd Johnson (Mary Lou), Ronnie Williamson, all of Lake City, FIa., and Clifford Williamson (Alma), of Homerville; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the residence of his brother and sisterin-law, Clifford and Alma Williamson, 1687 Carswell St. Extension, Homerville. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JOHNSON, Jimmie Johnson (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida March 17, 2011) Mr. Jimmie Johnson, 81, died, Monday, March 14, 2011, in Quincy, FL. The service will be at 2:00 P.M., EST, Saturday, March 19, 2011, at St. Mark M.B. Church, Quincy, FL, with burial at St. Mark Cemetery, Quincy, FL. The family will receive friends for viewing Friday, March 18, 2011 from 1 until 7 P.M., at Williams Funeral Home, Quincy, FL. He is survived by: two sons, Jimmie Johnson, of Quincy, FL, and Charles Johnson of Madison, FL; three daughters, Alice Johnson and Carolyn Johnson both of Quincy, FL. Rachel Johnson, of Madison, FL; five brothers, Troy Johnson, Joseph Johnson, Albert Johnson, Willie C. Johnson, S. W. Johnson, all of Quincy, FL; two sisters, Mary Moore, of Quincy, FL, and Alice Williams, of Midway, FL.

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JOHNSON, Jimmy Lee Johnson (Abstracted from the 9 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) The celebration of life service for Jimmy Lee Johnson will be Tuesday at Church of Christ Written In Heaven, 617 Blackwell St., Waycross. Burial and committal service will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The cortege will assemble on Tuesday at 315 Glass St., Waycross. MSGT (retired) Jimmy Lee Johnson Sr., of Fairmont, NC, was born on April 17, 1934 in Coffee County to the late Isaiah and Lucrettie Johnson. He was educated in the Coffee County Schools and graduated from Carver High in Douglas. He joined the United States Army after high school and served his country well for many years. He was a parachute jumper, served in Special Forces as a Green Beret and earned the title Master Sergeant with an honorable discharge upon retirement. He was awarded and decorated with many ribbons, badges and medals throughout his military career — there were many but to list a few — Master Parachute Jumper, Combat Infantry Badge, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of gallantry w/Palms, Army Commendation Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Two Overseas Service Ribbons. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Fairmont, NC. He served as an usher, vice president of the Eureka Bible Class, personnel ministry, Laymen’s Ministry, vice president of the deacon ministry and served on the Trustee Board. He served faithfully until his health began to fail. He worked for the Robeson County School System after retiring from the Army. He was very active in his community. He was an officer with the NAACP Chapter and a member of the Masonic Lodge. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Jones Johnson, seven brothers, Willie B., William Truitt, Kelly, Walter, Isaiah, Benjamin Chester and Tommy Johnson, sisters, Sarah McRae, Susie Nelson, Ava Dale Watts, Lucille Harrell and Willie Mae Brinkley. He leaves to cherish his loving memories, two daughters, Sharon (Jessie) Williams, Douglas, and Olivia Clark, Alamo; one son, Jimmy Johnson Jr., of Fayetteville, NC; 11 grandchildren, Jessica Williams of Douglas, Jessie Williams Jr. of Valdosta, Shanna (Jerel) Prater of Jacksonville, FL, Kirk Johnson, Justin Johnson and Micah Johnson, all of North Carolina, Lora and Nichole Clark, both of Alamo, Jerry (Janice) Clark, of Warner Robins, Michelle (Michael) Rush, of Philadelphia, PA, Michael (Kinnery) Clark, of CA; 11 great-grands and three great-great-grands; two sisters, Pearlie Adams, of Bridgeport, CT, and Helen Moss, of Waycross; one brother, Norman (Virginia) Johnson, of Newnan; a special nephew, Johnny B. McRae, Avon Park, Fla.; a special niece, Jo Anne (Fred) Ballard, of Sumter, SC and many loving family members. Professional services are entrusted to Perry Brothers, Waycross.

JOHNSON, Joe Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 17, 1967) Joe Johnson, also known of Champer Johnson, age 59, died at the Medical Center in Gainesville last Thursday. He was a longtime resident of Madison, living in the southwest part of town. He is survived by the widow and eight children, Mary Hall, Charlie Barfield, Bert Johnson, Simon Johnson, Joe Johnson, Jr., Shirley Dobson, Catherine Johnson and Henrietta Johnson and a number of grandchildren and other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Crossroads Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery.

JOHNSON, Joe Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 20, 1971) Joe Johnson, age 28, died August 13, 1971 in Pinetta, FL. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Johnson; 3 daughters, Cassandra Elaine Johnson, Brenda Lee Johnson, and Lora Ann Johnson; 1 son, Bernard DeWayne Johnson; his parents, Virgil and Otha Mae Johnson of Pinetta; 7 brothers, K. C. Johnson of Madison; Ulysses Johnson, R. J. Johnson, Windell Johnson, Rufus Johnson, Kenneth Johnson and Ray Charles Johnson all of Pinetta; 5 sisters Cora Latimore of Orlando; Bessie Mae Williams, Ophelia Johnson, Shirley Jean Johnson, Priscilla Ann Johnson, all of Pinetta. Funeral services will be held Saturday August 21, 1971 at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church at Cherry Lake with burial in the church cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, John Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 20, 1968) John Johnson, age 27, a colored man of Live Oak was killed when his automobile crashed into the Suwannee River Bridge Sunday. The man was thought to have fallen asleep. The car burst into flames when it crashed into an abutment of the bridge. Agriculture Inspector John Miller of Lee ran from his station near the bridge to rescue Johnson but his efforts proved futile. The car was traveling east and apparently caught fire after it stopped and burned completely.

JOHNSON, John C. Johnson Sr. (Abstracted from the 12 April 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) John C. “Buddy” Johnson Sr., age 80, died Thursday (April 11, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health following a brief illness. He was a native of Pierce County who had made his home in Brantley County for most of his adult life. He was the son of the late John W. 106

Johnson and Emily Fowler Johnson. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Faye Higginbotham (and her husband Johnny), brothers Edward Johnson and Leo H. Johnson (and his wife Newlene), Junior Johnson and Russell Bell, brothers-in-law Julius Tuten, Kenneth Herrin (and his wife Thelma) and Bill Herrin (and his wife Margaret). He was a former heavy equipment operator with St. Regis Paper Company for 20 years and also high line construction with Georgia Power Company for 10 years. He served with the 508th Military Police Division of the United States Army stationed in Germany. He was also known as a jack of all trades and worked for himself in pulpwood, septic tank work and construction. He especially loved hunting and fishing, his pet dog Little Girl, his cat, Bella, and raising his chickens. He was of the Christian faith. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Carolyn Herrin Johnson of Brantley County; five daughters, Ann Harmon (husband Karl) of Howell, MI, Teresa Lewis (husband Danny) of Waycross, Jan Prescott (husband Mike) of Hoboken, Lisa Waters of Homerville, and Ida Thrift (husband Jimmy), of Blackshear; a son John Johnson Jr. (wife Libby), of Waycross; 17 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Louise Rowell (husband Alvin), of Blackshear, Carolyn Tuten, of Blackshear, Joy Dixon (husband Eugene), of Waycross, and Merinda Bennett (husband Carl), of Texas; sisters-in-law, Melba Bell, of Blackshear, and Mary Johnson, of Monroe; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery of Hoboken.

JOHNSON, John D. Johnson (Abstracted from the April 29, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) John D. “J.D.” Johnson, age 79, of Waycross, died Sunday (April 27, 2014) at Community Hospice of Northeast Florida in Jacksonville, FL, following an extended illness. He was born May 13, 1934, in Alma, son of the late John Drew Johnson Sr. and Grace Eason Johnson. He grew up in Blackshear where he graduated with the Blackshear High School class of 1952. After graduating, he married Jeffena Dixon and moved to Jacksonville, FL, where they spent the majority of the next 30 years working and raising their children. He served in the U.S. Army for two years and then continued to work for the federal government in a variety of civilian jobs at the United States Post Office and Naval Air Station. He and his wife moved to Waycross in 1985, where he again worked for the U.S. Postal Service until he retired in 2001. He was a member of Hebardville Baptist Church in Waycross. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Glenda Farrell Johnson, and a brother, Kenneth Major Johnson. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Jeffena Dixon Johnson, of Waycross; 1 son, Drew Johnson, of Ogden, UT; 2 daughters, Melanie (David) Simpkins, of Jacksonville, FL, and Lisa Marie Drury, of Grayson, GA; 1 grandson, Grant Simpkins, of Jacksonville, FL; two granddaughters, Caroline Simpkins, of Tallahassee, FL, and Beth Drury, of Loganville; 1 brother, Billie Ray (Betty) Johnson, of Augusta; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will take place Saturday at Greenlawn Cemetery, 4300 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207. A memorial service will be held Saturday at Hebardville Baptist Church, 224 E. Waring St., Waycross. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hebardville Baptist Church. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, John Frank Johnson, Sr. (Abstracted from John Bullard 26 March 2020) John Frank Johnson, Sr., age 87, passed away March 24, 2020 at home in Sparr, FL after a long illness. He was born August 2, 1932 in Pinetta, FL to Johnie Monroe Johnson and Ada Nancy Holton Johnson. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the US Army. He was a mechanic / supervisor with the Florida Forest Service for 34 years. There was no motor he could not fix. Frank also had a land-clearing business and a trucking / hauling business. He will be remembered as a talented, creative, hardworking man who loved his family, loved being busy, and loved to grow vegetables. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Johnie and Ada Johnson, and his brothers, James Johnson, Monroe Johnson, and Elmer Johnson, all of Madison County. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Marian Wisenbaker Johnson and his four children: daughters, Linda Cruz (Gregory), Cindy Critchfield, Trish Ricks; and son: John Frank Johnson, Jr. (Mandy), all of Marion County. He is also survived by one sister, Marie Hammond of Pinetta, FL; two brothers: Donald Johnson (Jackie) of Madison, FL and Loyd Johnson (Vickie ) of Lake Park, GA; sister-in- law Mary Ann Johnson, of Madison, FL; brothers-in-law, Douglas Wisenbaker and Bruce Barwick, sisters-in-law, Goldie Wisenbaker and Delita Barwick, all of Valdosta, GA; 13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren plus one on the way, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The graveside service will be at Mt. Horeb Cemetery in Pinetta, FL. A memorial service will be held in the Ocala area at a future date. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

JOHNSON, John Franklin Johnson (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida April 2, 2013) John Franklin “Jake” Johnson, age 83, died Monday, April 1, 2013 at his home in Lee. A memorial service will be held at a later date. He was born on February 16, 1930 in He enjoyed socializing with friends and family, and loved to dance, work in his yard and gardening. He was an avid Gator Lee to his parents Wilford Mitchell and Dovie Albern Johnson. He returned to Lee in 1978 coming from Jacksonville. Fan, and served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a PBX Installer for Southern Bell where he retired. He is survived by one daughter: Dianne Beck of Lee; son-in-law: Marshall Beck of Live Oak; one 107 son: Robert Johnson (Tangela) of Valdosta; two brothers: Ed Johnson (Sarah) of Live Oak, Leo Johnson (Linda) of Holly Hill; three grandchildren: Stephanie Salter (Cole), Aaron Beck, and Alan Matthew Walker; one great grandchild: Madelyn Salter; A special nephew, Gene Clark who was raised as a brother, and several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his two wives; Ferrice Johnson and Dot Johnson; three sisters: Patricia Kelley, Lessie Mae Rivers, and Lena Hawley; and one brother: Robert M. Johnson. Donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement.

JOHNSON, Mrs. John M. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 6, 1937) The many friends and relatives of Mrs. John M. Johnson were grieved Sunday, July 25, 1937, at six o’clock P. M. when the death angel came and bore away her loving and beautiful spirit. She had been in ill health for a year and a half, but had been confined to her bed for only a few months. She died of cancer. It hurt us to give her up, but we have seen her suffer such agonies that we are thankful to know that now her suffering is over. She was born and reared in this county. Her name was Emma Gibson. At the age of sixteen she married John M. Johnson. They continued to live here for several years, then moved to South Florida, where they lived for the past twenty-five years. She was living in Clearwater, FL at the time of her death. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, John M. Johnson of Clearwater, and four children and two step-children. They are Mrs. Elton Morgan, Largo, Mr. Josper Johnson, Clearwater, Mr. Homer Johnson, Clearwater, Mrs. Johnny Conley, Titusville, Mrs. F. E. McCullough, Jacksonville, and Mr. Mitchell Johnson, Madison. She also leaves two brothers and one sister. They are Mr. Jim Gibson of Brooksville, Mrs. Mae Ragans of Brooksville and Mr. John Gibson of Tallahassee. The body was put in charge of Moss Funeral Home of Clearwater and was brought back to her home for funeral services Monday afternoon. Immediately afterward the body was brought here to the home of her father-in-law, Mr. Geo. Johnson, and was carried to Macedonia Cemetery

JOHNSON, John Wesley Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 19, 1965) John Wesley Johnson passed away at the Veteran’s Hospital in Lake City Saturday. He was born in Madison County son of the late Johnnie and Ardella Johnson. He resided in Madison County all of his life. He was a member and Deacon of the New Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, a Veteran of World War #1 and a member of the M. F. & A. Masonic Lodge No 42. He is survived by a wife, Mrs. Lillie Bell Johnson, eight daughters, Mrs. Ardella Greene, Mrs. Edna Mae Thomas, Mrs. Martha Raye Charleton and Mrs. Deloris Smith all of Lake Wales, FL; Mrs. Henrietta Cooks of Madison; Mrs. Willie Nell Ryans of Nashville, GA; Mrs. Patricia Ann Herring of Miami; and Miss Lillie Beatrice Johnson of Jacksonville; five sons, John Demps, Robert Napoleon of Lake Wales, John Wesley, Jr., James of Madison and Sammie Lee of Miami; five sisters; 32 grandchildren and a host of other relatives. Funeral services will be Sunday February 21 at the new Mt. Moriah Baptist Church with burial in Mt. Horeb Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Tillman and James Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Johnnie Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 19, 1971) Johnnie Johnson, age 68, passed away Monday February 8th at Jacksonville, FL. He was born in Madison County but had lived in Jacksonville for a number of years. He is survived by his son, Alexander C. Johnson, Sr.; a daughter-in-law, Cora Johnson; two grandsons; three granddaughters, all of Miami, FL; one great-grandson of Jacksonville; his mother, Mrs. Rosa Johnson of Greenville; two sisters, Mrs. Essie Mae Brinson of Madison and Mrs. Irene Boatman of Lake City, FL; two brothers, James Johnson of Greenville and Major Johnson, Jr. of Perry, FL; six sisters-in-law; three brothers-in-law; four aunts and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday February 14th at Crossroad Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Johnnie B. Johnson (Abstracted from the 24 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Johnnie B. Johnson, age 90, of 2997 Albany Ave., Waycross, formerly of Patterson, passed away Monday (Sept. 17, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health Waycross. He was born Oct. 21, 1927 to the late Johnny Johnson and Qulla Mae William Johnson in Abbeville, AL. He attended school in Abbeville, AL. He moved to Fitzgerald where he met and married Lillie Pearl Robinson. They became the proud parents of 11 children. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillie Pearl Robinson Johnson, and a son, James Hall. He leaves to cherish his memories six daughters, Willie Bell Allums (Jimmy), Lottie Washington, Lillie Q. Robinson, Nina Faye James (Ulysses), Mattie Pearl Calhoun (Jeffery) and Gail Mann (Warren), and four sons, Johnny B. Johnson Jr., Anthony Harold Johnson, Bobby G. Hall (Ruby) and Jessie Lee Robinson. A home going celebration in loving memory of Johnnie Bennett Johnson was held Sunday at River of Life Church of God, 1439 Brunel St., Waycross. Interment followed in the Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery in Fitzgerald. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home was in charge of services. 108

JOHNSON, Johnny W. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 22, 1959) Johnny W. Johnson, age 61, died suddenly at his home Thursday. He was a lifelong resident of Madison and a Veteran of World War I. Mr. Johnson was sitting down watching the television when he was seized with a heart attack. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. J. W. Johnson, of Madison; one son, John F. Johnson, of Jacksonville; his mother, Mrs. W. B. Johnson, of Madison; and three grandchildren. Graveside services were held Saturday in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Josephine W. Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 9 November 2016) Josephine W. Johnson, age 77, passed away on November 9, 2016 in Perry, FL. Josephine was born March 23, 1939 in Eridu, FL to Hardy Russell and Rena Cruce Russell. Mrs. Johnson was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. Josephine worked as a phone operator with Southern Bell for over 20 years. Mrs. Jo enjoyed gardening, especially tending to her roses. Mrs. Jo was preceded in death by her husband Bill Johnson, and her parents. Mrs. Jo is survived by her sons, Bill (Susan) Johnson of Reddick, and Rusty Johnson of Eridu; brothers, Homer Russell, R.C. Russell, and Billy Russell; 8 grandchildren, 1 great grandson; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in the church cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JOHNSON, Judith Ann Day Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 27 March 2015) Mrs. Judith Ann Day Johnson, age 71 of Columbus, GA, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2015, at Phenix City Health Care. Judith was born November 21, 1943, in Douglas, GA the daughter of the late Hayden Day and Annie Ree Ragsdale Day. She was retired from Jefferson Pilot Life Insurance as the Secretary Trainer. Judy was a member of Beallwood Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and was involved in many other church activities. She will be remembered as an accomplished artist and calligrapher with painting in homes throughout Georgia. Survivors include her husband of 52 years, W. T. Johnson of Columbus; 1 son, Todd (Marcia) Johnson of Cumming, GA; 2 daughters, Michelle (Mark) Morrison of Columbus and Tonia (David) Williams of Phenix City, AL; 1 sister, Betty Sue (Richard) Lanier and 1 brother Joe (Margaret) Day, both of Douglas; four grandchildren, Amanda Morrison of Navarre Beach, FL, Alexis Johnson of Cumming, GA, Trey Williams and Alexis Williams both of Phenix City, AL; several nieces and nephews and a favorite aunt, Eloise Ragsdale of Douglas. Funeral services were held at McMullen Funeral Home Chapel on March 6, 2015. A private burial followed at Parkhill Cemetery in Columbus.

JOHNSON, Julia Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald September 12, 2005) FOLKSTON — Julia Haddock Johnson, 102, died Friday (Sept. 9, 2005) at her residence. She was a member of the Folkston United Methodist Church, was a member of Circle One and former president of the Belle Myra Sunday School Class. She was also a member of the Folkston Garden Club and the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was owner of Ralph's Flowers for 30 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, A. Ralph Johnson, She is survived by her daughter, Jewell (Ruben) Worshani; two grandchildren, Dale "Jimmy" (Charlotte) Stanley and Joseph "Joe" (Deborah) Shaffer; five great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Funeral was held Sunday at Folkston United Methodist Church with the Rev. David Unkles officiating. Burial was in Pineview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Folkston United Methodist Church Building Fund or Hospice of the Golden Isles. Arrangements were under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home in Folkston.

JOHNSON, Julius Elmer Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 15 April 2019) Mr. Julius Elmer Johnson, age 75, died April 13, 2019 in Tallahassee. Funeral services will be at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison. He was born and raised in Pinetta, FL and was a lifelong resident of Madison County, FL. He graduated from Madison High School in 1961. He had been a truck driver most of his life, privately and later for Roadway where he retired. After retiring he taught C. D. L. classes at North Florida Community College which he was most proud of. He was a member of the Teamsters Union, Madison Masonic Lodge # 11 F. & A. M. and Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. He enjoyed fishing, traveling and going to flea markets. He loved spending time with his family. Elmer married Mary Ann Bochnia in 1968 and they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last year. He was predeceased by two brothers, James Johnson and Munroe Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Johnson of Madison, a son, Hank (Stephanie) Johnson of Tallahassee, a daughter, Jessica Ann (Frederick)

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Paramore of Tallahassee; brothers, Frank (Marion) Johnson of Ocala, FL and Lloyd (Vicki) Johnson of Valdosta, GA; and a sister, Marie Hammond of Pinetta, FL. He is survived by two grandchildren; Joshua Johnson and Darnell Paramore.

JOHNSON, June Ann Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Oct 21st, 2011) Mrs. June Ann Johnson, 68, died Friday, October 21, 2011 in Madison. Funeral services are 2:00 PM Tuesday, October 25, 2011 in the chapel of Beggs Funeral Home Madison with burial to follow in the Lee Memorial Cemetery in Lee, Florida. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. She was born in Madison County where she lived most of her life. She was a homemaker and also employed with Dixie Packers and the Hillcrest Dairy Bar both in Madison. She was a member of Beulah Baptist Church in Lee. She is survived by 2 sons, Randy Johnson and Larry Johnson Both of Lee FL, a daughter, Susan McGuire of Greenville, 3 brothers, Tracy Williams and Nelson Williams both of Valdosta GA, Wayne Williams of Madison, 2 sisters, Patricia Ann Garner of Athens, Alabama and Belinda Bembry of Live Oak FL, 4 grandchildren, Heather, Amanda, Ashley, Arica, 3 great grandchildren, Maria, Patrick, & Virginia.

JOHNSON, Katherine M. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 2, 1965) Katherine M. Johnson, age 87, passed away Thursday after an extended illness. She was a native of Madison County and spent most of her life here. He husband, Mr. Tom Johnson, preceded her in death in 1952. She is survived by one brother, L. W. Groover of Madison; one half-brother, Mr. H. Y. Groover of Valdosta; and three half-sisters, Mrs. Sally Taylor of Thomasville, GA; Mrs. Laura Martin; and Mrs. Martha Stronger, both of Plant City, FL and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday in Beggs Funeral Home with interment in the City Cemetery in Live Oak.

JOHNSON, Kathryn Olivia Johnson (Abstracted from the 2 November 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Deaconess Kathryn Olivia Johnson, age 95, went peacefully home to be with the Lord Sunday (Oct. 29, 2017) after an extended illness. She was born April 1, 1922 in Waycross to the late Eddie Small and Olivia Brinson Small. She received her formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Center High School. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and was a long time member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 864 Oak St., where she served as president of the deaconess board and church announcer. She was a member of several community clubs and was a life member of Ocean Star Chapter No. 183 Order of the Eastern Star. She became a beacon of inspiration and strength to her seven grandchildren. She will be sadly missed. Her caring spirit and sense of humor will live on in the hearts and minds of all who were privileged to know her. A graveside service for will be Saturday in Hazzard Hill Cemetery, 905 Central Ave. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Johnson Sr., a son, Elbert Johnson Jr., a daughter, Barbara Ann Dyson, a granddaughter, Tracey Lorraine Dyson, and siblings, Frances, Irene, Lizzie Mae, Eddie Lou and Charles. Those left to cherish her memory include seven loving grandchildren, Felice Dyson of Waycross, Marvin L. Dyson Jr. of Apex, NC, Tangie D. Morris of Jacksonville, FL, Sandra Barrett of Savannah, Angela Johnson of Waycross, Valarie Roberson of St. Marys, and Letisha Johnson; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Amos and Rosa Miles of Waycross; special nieces and nephew, Yvonne Wilson, Charles (Leslie) Lockhart and Gloria Lee; many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Kenneth Edward Johnson (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 5 June 2020) A Memorial Service for Kenneth E. Johnson will be Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Salem Baptist Church. Kenny was born on October 24, 1952 in Las Vegas, Nevada. On June 5, 2020 he left this earth and reunited with his beloved wife, Lori of 40 years. He is survived by his three daughters, Melissa (Josh) Creel, Melinda Johnson, and Marcie Johnson; his six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, his brother James (Jimmy) Johnson and sister, Agnes Pearson and many other extended family. He was preceded in death by his wife, sister and brother. Kenny was a Veteran of the United States Navy, serving both in Vietnam and Desert Storm. Prior to relocating to Georgia, Kenny was an active member of Sunrise Baptist Church in Las Vegas where he served as a Chairman of Deacons and Associate Pastor. He also headed up a food bank at the church to feed the community for several years. Since relocating to Thomasville, Kenny loved living close to his family, fishing, gardening, playing cards and enjoyed new and different foods. In lieu of flowers, please make donations for ceremonial costs.

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Mr. Kenneth Wayne Johnson, age 79, passed away on October 20, 2020 in Jacksonville, FL. Kenneth was born July 18, 1941 in Shoals, IN to Cornealius Nelson Johnson and Louisa Josephine Stone Johnson. Kenneth honorably served our country in the United States Navy. Being from Indiana, Kenneth loved and was very good at playing basketball, playing in high school for the Shoal Jug Rox and for the Navy all around the world. Mr. Johnson was of the Christian faith and was a member of Spring Warrior Church of Christ. He worked as a Bleachman with Proctor & Gamble, retiring after 33 years. He was a member of the Perry Elks Lodge, and in his spare time enjoyed playing golf, and was a part of the Big Bend Seniors Golf Group. His greatest love was spending time with his family, and would never let his grandkids beat him at cards or checkers. Kenneth was preceded in death by two wives Janice Johnson and Eva Jean Johnson, his parents Neal and Josephine Johnson, and his brother Carroll Johnson. Mr. Johnson is survived by his children, Marsha (Bobby) Tison, Debra Parker, Carmen (John Henry) Stanley, Steve (Brandi) Johnson, John (Sarah Jo) Padgett, and Riley Padgett; 12 grandchildren, Christina, Sandra, Matthew, Clair, Hunter, Logan, Allison, Sarah, Ellie, Hannah, Andrew, and Katie Beth and 13 great grandchildren; brothers, Dick, Johnny, and Mike and sisters Nina, Mary Jo, Sally, and Cindy ; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be at Pineview Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to a hospice organization of your choice or to the local Guardian Ad Litem for Christmas gifts. Wearing a mask and social distancing is strongly encouraged. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JOHNSON, L. D. Johnson (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 9 January 2021) L.D. Johnson, age 93, of Ochlocknee, GA, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Graveside Services will be held at Ochlocknee City Cemetery. Mr. Johnson was born in Ochlocknee, GA, on November 4, 1927 to the late Shafter Lamar Johnson, Sr. & Lucile Hurst Johnson. He married Eleanor Marguritte Heaton on November 21, 1947 in Thomasville, who preceded him in death on April 25, 2010. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran who served in World War II, Korea & Vietnam. He was a member of both the Navy Fleet Reserve Association, American Legion Post 265 of Ochlocknee and the Mason Lodge #312 of Pelham, for over 40 years. He was a member of Ochlocknee United Methodist Church. Survivors include; his two daughters, Ann Johnson Williamson (Marcus) of Trenton, GA and Dona Johnson Evans (William) of Ochlocknee, GA, grandchildren, David Williamson (Brittney), John L. Williamson (Anna), Tony Voyles (Bonny) and Tanya Roberson (Brandon), 6 great-grandchildren, sisters, Esper Yauck of Thomasville, Rebecca Carlton of Soddy Daisey, TN, a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Charlie Jessie Johnson and Shafter Lamar Johnson, Jr. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ochlocknee City Cemetery Fund.

JOHNSON, Larry Dale Johnson (Abstracted from the June 24, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Larry Dale Johnson, age 63, of Folkston, passed away Saturday (June 21, 2014) at his residence following a lengthy illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Charlton County, son of the late Louis Derwood “Dick” Johnson and Leona Morgan Johnson. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He retired as a heavy equipment operator with Hercules, Inc. after 20 years. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles “Singlewing” Johnson. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Betty Kay Johnson, of Folkston; 1 daughter, Lisa Marie (Tony) Johnson; 2 sons, Brian (Tracie) Johnson and Kevin (Tanya) Johnson; 9 grandchildren: Kaylin (George) Register, Candice Manning, Bryce Manning, Kelsie Johnson, Brianna Johnson, Jamie Johnson, Cheyenne Johnson, Annalisa Johnson and Savannah Johnson; 1 great-grandchild, Allie Grace Register; 1 brother, Roger (Teresa) Johnson; 3 sisters, Barbara Sue (Larry Joe) Brown, Freida (Cippy) Villa and Debbie Lartz. The funeral will be Wednesday at the Shepard Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Racepond Cemetery behind Sand Hill Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home in Folkston.

JOHNSON, Larry Douglas Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Mar 29th, 2012) Larry Douglas Johnson, age 44, died Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at Madison County Memorial Hospital. A memorial service was held at 6 p.m. Friday, March 23, 2012 at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Survivors include three daughters: Amanda Johnson and Ashley Johnson of Cherry Lake; Arica Johnson of Middleburg; one brother: Randy Johnson of Greenville; one sister: Susan McGuire of Lamont and one step-sister: Tina Martin of Quitman, Ga. He was preceded in death by his parents: Rollin and June Ann Johnson. The family request that donations may be made to Beggs Funeral Home for his funeral expenses.

JOHNSON, Leroy Johnson Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 24, 2011) HOMERVILLE, A celebration of life service for Leroy Johnson Sr., 83, of Homerville, who died Monday (Feb. 21, 2011) will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at Brown Chapel A.M. E. Church in Homerville with the pastor, the Rev. Johnny Mathis, bringing words of 111 comfort. He was born Feb. 16, 1928 in Elloree, S. C. to the late Larry Johnson and Mattie Lou Cheese- brough Johnson. Early in life he moved to Homerville and was married to the late Josephine Parker Johnson. He was a member of Brown Chapel A. M. E. Church. He was also preceded in death by three children, Jackie Franklin, Walter Johnson, Nellie Green, and a grandson, Eric Johnson. Those left to cherish his memories include a son, Leroy Johnson Jr., of Waycross; five daughters, Mary Ann Wiggins, of Wilmington, Del., Linda Crosland, of Bronx, NY, Sara Morris, of Waycross, Mamie Locklear, of Lakeland, and Cathy Johnson, of Homerville; three sisters, Ann Nealy, of Augusta, Helen Wilburn (Revedy) and Barbara Ann Presley (Sylvester); a brother-in- law, George Parker Jr., of Columbia, S. C.; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Friends are being received at the Johnson residence, 170 Hampton St., Homerville, and Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery, Homerville. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JOHNSON, Lester J. Johnson (Abstracted from the June 23, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Lester J. Johnson, age 83, died Friday (June 20, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a brief illness. He was a native and life-long resident of Ware County, the son of the late Steve Johnson and Erma Elizabeth Geiger Johnson. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Dub Johnson and Cecil Johnson. He served as a medic with the United States Army during the Korean War and fought in the famous Battle for Pork Chop Hill. He was awarded the Korean Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars and was granted the Purple Heart Medal. He retired in 1992 as an engine carpenter with CSX Railroad after 42 years of service. He was a member of Frank C. Folks Lodge No. 192 F&AM and was a Shriner for more than 25 years. He was a Baptist. He was also an avid fisherman. Survivors include his wife, Jean Dalrymple Johnson, of Waycross; 3 sons, Lamar (Diane) Johnson, of Waycross, Gary (Terri) Johnson, of Brantley County, and Steve (Lisa) Johnson, of Blackshear; a 1 daughter, Delisa Renew, of Waycross; 8 grandchildren, Brandy Murray, of Brantley County, Leah (Michael) Parks and Linsey (Patrick) Hayman, of Waycross, Britanni Hickox, of Tifton, Brock (Abby) Johnson, of Statesboro, Haley (Ryan) King, Dylan Renew and Jared Renew, of Waycross; 8 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Hazel Carter, of Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Tuesday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Development Office, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607, or by calling (800) 241-4438, or online at www.shrinershopitalsforchildren.org Music Funeral Home is serving the family.

JOHNSON, Lewell Ruter Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 10, 1942) The family and friends of Lewell Johnson were shocked Monday morning when he suddenly died of a heart attack about 10:30 o’clock at his home here. Lewell Ruter Johnson was born January 15, 1897 in Madison and lived his entire life here except for a few years when he was in South Florida and the time he was away in the Army in World War #1. The son of the late Joseph L. Johnson and Shellie Rosa Sharp. He was christened at an early age in the Catholic Church. He leaves many friends who were saddened at his passing. He is survived by two children, a son, Lewell, Jr., in the Army and a daughter, Miss Lurline Winifred Johnson of Panama City, four sisters, Mrs. James M. Groover, Mrs. H. Y. Groover, Mrs. Ellis R. Curry of Madison and Miss Pat Johnson of Lakeland, and one brother, George C. Johnson of Fort Benning, GA and an uncle, Mr. George Sharp of this city. A cousin, Mr. Arthur Sharp, one niece, Yvonne Groover, and three nephews, Tinny Curry, James L. Groover, and Donovan R. Groover, also survive. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Lewis C. Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 17 March 2015) Mr. Lewis C. (LC) Johnson, age 89, passed away on Monday February 16, 2015, in Grand Prairie Texas. LC, as he was known by family and friends, was born on October 20, 1926, in Harrison, GA, to the late Eva Dickson. LC was raised on a farm by his granddad. LC worked in Pulpwood. He moved to Douglas, GA. He worked at South Georgia College until his health failed. He loved doing yard work and fishing. In January of 2014 LC moved to Grand Prairie, TX, with his granddaughter, Coretta Ates Omotosho, until the time of his death. He leaves to cherish his memory 6 children, Gloria Feaster, Janice (John) Odili, James (Wanna) Ates, Virginia Tobler, Eva Johnson, and Lewis Clyde Johnson; 2 sisters, Grace Freeman and Susie Mae Clark; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 21, 2015, at Macedonia Baptist Church with the repast to follow in the Church Social Hall.

JOHNSON, Lillian Purcell Bennett Johnson (Abstracted from the 14 June 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Lillian Purcell Bennett Johnson, age 96, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday (June 12, 2019) after a short illness. The daughter of John Groce Purcell and Agnes Moody Purcell, she was born Feb. 13, 1923, in Appling County, the youngest of 112 eight children. She was preceded in death by sons, Jeff Bennett and Dane Bennett, brothers, Dwight, Dewitt, Dupree, Dick and Dale Purcell, and sisters, Doris Purcell and Donnell Purcell Ratliff. She was also preceded in death by husbands, Harry Keith Bennett Sr., Sidney Lane and Frank Johnson. She is survived by children, Harry Keith (Clydia) Bennett Jr., Holly (Bruce) Porter, and John (Rhonda) Bennett; grandchildren, Alyson Bennett Frizzell, Harry Keith Bennett III, Vance Bennett, Reed Bennett, Bree Bennett, Kelley Porter Jackson, Rebecca Porter Sermons; great-grandchildren, Hannah Kay Bennett, Harry Keith Bennett IV, Kennedy Love Sermons, Elijah Alexander Sermons, Reese Payton Jackson, Finn Porter Jackson, Piper Haven Jackson, Lana Christine (and Cody) Burkett, Jimi Vandi Bennett, Troy Ammons Bennett, Lizzy Beth Bennett, Dre (and Taylor) Spivey; and great-great-grandchildren, Williams Colt Burkett and Liam Spivey; a host of nieces and nephews. She moved to Alma in 1946 to teach Home Economics after graduating from Martha Berry College. In her 90s, she began writing a book entitled “What Martha Berry and Her Work Did For a Family of Eight.” In July, 2018 numerous family and friends attended her book signing celebration. The funeral will be held at Alma First Baptist Church. Interment will be at Big Creek Church, Alma. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

JOHNSON, Lilly Johnson (Abstracted from the 7 January 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Lilly Johnson, the daughter of George and Willie Kennedy, who preceded her in death, was born July 12, 1940. After a lengthy illness she departed this life on Friday (Jan. 2, 2015) at Kindred Care Hospital, Green Grove Springs, FL. She graduated from Center High School in Waycross, class of 1956. She was employed by BellSouth where she worked for many years until she retired. She later moved to New York City and then back home to Waycross. She was a member of the Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Kingdom Hall Waycross. She leaves to cherish her memories, 2 devoted sons, Michael and Gregory (Tamerra) Garard; 1 sister, Marlene J. Wilson, of Albany; grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Waycross Saturday.

JOHNSON, Lillie McFadden Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 12, 1971) Lillie McFadden Johnson, age 62, expired suddenly Sunday March 7th. She was a resident of Madison County, a member of Magnolia Holiness Church of Madison and Pallbearers Lodge #35. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Amy Lee Givens of Madison; six grandchildren; three step-daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Holmes and Mrs. Jean Anderson, both of Miami, FL; and Mrs. Helen White of Los Angeles, CA; one step-son, Dave Johnson, Jr., of Newport News, VA; one sister, Mrs. Gussie Merritt of Madison; three brothers, Jim McFadden and J. D. McFadden both of Sanford, FL and Roy McFadden of Madison; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Sunday March 14 at Magnolia Holiness Church. Burial will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Linda Lou Johnson (Abstracted from the 9 November 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life for Linda Lou Johnson, age 68, will be Thursday at Our Beloved Church, 105 E. Washington Ave. She was born Oct. 23, 1948 in Waycross to the late Nathaniel Johnson and Bernice Milton Johnson. She received her formal education from the Waycross Public School System. She was a founding member of Our Beloved Church, also known as Bethesda Fellowship. She was a volunteer with Bethesda Recovery and was known for encouraging and caring for the women in the residence. Her congenial character won a place in the hearts of those privileged to have known her. She loved her family and friends. She stayed active in the lives of her family by helping raise many of her nieces and nephews. On Thursday (Oct. 27, 2016) in Jacksonville, FL, God called her home to rest from her labor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Verdell Milton, and a brother, Gerald Milton. Those left to cherish her memory include a brother, Willie James Milton of Folkston; two sisters, Loraine Paige Wimberley of Douglas, and Mary Lee Johnson of Waycross; a special niece, Necola King of Waycross; and other nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Johnson residence, 803 Jones St. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Mabel Griffis Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 5, 2007) PATTERSON - Mable Griffis Johnson, 97, passed away Thursday (May 3, 2007) at her daughter's residence in Patterson following an extended illness. She was born in Clinch County on Aug. 12, 1909, to the late Benji Griffis and Annie Thomas Griffis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Edward P. Johnson and one sister, Eva McLaine. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.Survivors include three daughters, Ann Hendrix, of Jonesboro, Rubie Rathburn, of Jesup, Barbara Warren, of Patterson; one son, Jack Johnson, of Valdosta; nine grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; eleven great-great- grandchildren; and several other relatives. A funeral will be held today at 2 p.m. at the Homerville Congregational Methodist 113

Church. Officiating will be the Rev. Talmage Guess. Interment will be in the New Pine Grove Church Cemetery. The body will be carried to the church one hour prior to the service. Roundtree Funeral Home, 240 East Dame Ave., Homerville, is serving the Johnson Family.

JOHNSON, Macarlos Delvondald Johnson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 14 May 2020) Macarlos Delvondald Johnson was born on Nov. 21, 1976 in Quincy, FL to Joe Lee, Sr. and Rose Johnson. His father, Joe Lee Johnson, Sr.; sister, Stephanie Yvette Bland; and brothers, Joseph Johnson and Freddie Johnson, all preceded him to Glory. Macarlos, who was also known as “Carl”, by his family and friends was educated in the public schools of Gadsden and Leon Counties. At an early age, he accepted Christ as his personal Lord and Savior. Macarlos was outgoing, energetic and a compassionate person. On Thursday, May 14, 2020, Macarlos answered his call from the Lord. He leaves to cherish fond and loving memories, his loving son: Deion Johnson; his doting mother: Annie Rose Johnson; his 11 adoring siblings: his twin, Lacarlos (Monica) Johnson, Quinte (Charsie) Johnson, Bobby Johnson, Joe Lee (Mona) Johnson, Jr., Van Johnson, Sr., Melvin Johnson, Vincent (Patricia) Johnson, Cynthia Johnson, Wanda Parker and Debra (Leonard) Martin; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JOHNSON, Madge Burnett Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 5, 1972) Madge Burnett Johnson, age 86, of Rt. 1, Lamont, died Sunday in the hospital in Madison after a long illness. She was born in Madison County and was a member of Sardis Methodist Church. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday May 2, 1972 in Sardis Methodist Church in Jefferson County with interment in Sardis Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Mae Eva Johnson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 25 October 2020) Mae Eva Johnson was the daughter of Thomas and Mae Bell Jackson Elliott. Mae Eva was born in Jefferson County (Monticello), FL on May 17, 1943. She was the youngest of three sisters. Her parents and her two sisters, Easter E. Riley and Johnnie Mae Austin, all preceded Mae Eva to Glory. As a child, Mae attended the public schools of Jefferson County. She graduated from Howard Academy High School in the 1961 graduating class. However, due to an eye injury she sustained shortly before graduation time, she chose to leave school. Not to be a quitter, after raising her family, she earned her high school diploma in 2001. Over the years, she developed proficiency in cooking. Mae worked a number of jobs, always cooking. She held responsible positions at Harvey’s, Jefferson County Kennel Club, Florida State University and several State of Florida agencies. Mae confessed Christ as her Savior many years ago. She was a longtime member of St. Phillip African Methodist Episcopal Church where she worshipped regularly until her health declined. She had also held membership in the Order of Eastern Star and the United Sons and Daughters of Joshua. On Sunday morning, October 25, 2020, while at her residence, God Almighty summoned Sister Mae Eva Johnson Home for her eternal rest. She leaves to treasure her love and memory, her devoted son: Silas (Wanda) Lewis, Jr. of Tallahassee, FL; loving daughters: Yasmin L. (Paul) Fishburn, Yolanda Lewis, Shabrina (Eddie Charles) Mack and Shatavia Roberts, all of Monticello, FL and Shanina L. (Alexander) Hines of Tallahassee, FL; nine grandchildren: Britni Fishburn (Thomas) Howard, Tallahassee, FL, Silas Lewis III, Atlanta, GA, Latrice (Jason) Harville and Ashley Williams (Ramone) Pittman, all of Tallahassee, FL, Brandon Campbell, Jasmin Fishburn and Jimmy Ware, all of Monticello, FL, Kenneth Madison, Jr., Jasper, FL and Marcus Lewis of Blountstown, FL; 31 great-grandchildren; and a host of other loving relatives.

JOHNSON, Mamie Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 28, 1961) Mrs. W. B. Johnson, better known as Mrs. Mamie Johnson, age 83, died Monday in the local hospital following a long illness. She was a lifelong resident of Madison, where for many years she operated the Johnson Boarding House. Survivors are one brother, B. M. Jerkins, of Summerfield, FL; one sister, Mrs. Rose Anna McMullen, of Jacksonville; one grandson, John F. Johnson, of Jacksonville; two nephews, one niece; and three great granddaughters. Graveside services were held Wednesday in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Margaret Day Johnson (Abstracted from the 30 August 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Margaret Day Johnson, age 75, of Blackshear, died Sunday (Aug. 28, 2016). A memorial service will be announced at a later date. A native of Cambridge, England, she was the daughter of the late Constance Mable Day, and was a seamstress at Eros Manufacturing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Malcolm Johnson Sr., and grandchildren, Amanda Towns and Corey Kuhlman. Survivors include her children, Denise (Gene) Kuhlman of Waycross, Willard Malcolm (Renee) Johnson Jr. of 114

Blackshear, Stephen (Lisa) Johnson of Waycross, David (Janice) Johnson of Waycross, and Susan (Paul) Towns of McRae; cousin, John Hoppett of England; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Vaughn Funeral Home of McRae is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Margaret Heath Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 1 February 2012) Mrs. Margaret Heath Johnson, age 93 of Cairo died Friday, January 13, 2012, at Golden Living Center in Thomasville. Mrs. Johnson was born on September 23, 1918, in Douglas, to the late Luther Edgar Heath and Metta Owen Heath. She was married to William Judson Johnson, Sr., who preceded her in death on November 11, 1993. She was an administrative assistant with the Florida EPA. She was a member of the Cairo First United Methodist Church. Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by: her husband; her parents; and brothers, Charles W. Heath and Howard Heath. Survivors include 1 daughter, Sarahjo Johnson Prigge of Cairo; 1 son and daughter-in-law, W. Judson (Suzanne) Johnson of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Heather Prigge Labelle of North Branch, MN, Shelli Johnson Downing of Monroe, Christopher Cord Johnson of McDonough and Karri Leigh Mannocchi of Hampton; and 10 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be Friday, January 20, 2012, at the First United Methodist Church in Cairo. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Grady County Help Agency, P. O. Box 1452, Cairo, GA 39828. Clark Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Margie Ann Cole Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 18 February 2019) Margie Ann Cole Johnson, age 79, of Valdosta died Sunday, February 17. 2019 at Langdale Hospice House. She was born in Hahira on August 15, 1939 to the late Willie P. and Vera Folsom Cole and was a lifelong resident of this area. Mrs. Johnson was a member of the Northside Baptist Church where she had taught four and five year olds in Sunday School and Church Training Union for many years. She was a 1957 graduate of Hahira High School and a member of the Hahira Historical Society. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Sonya and Ricky Tucker of Tifton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Tommy and Teresa Johnson of Valdosta, Mark and Donna Johnson of Hahira; her six grandchildren, Luke Johnson, Emily Johnson, Zane Sirmans, Sam Tucker, Chase Johnson, Mark Alan Johnson, Cole Johnson; her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Betty J. Greene of Rome, GA, Nancy J. and Jack Allen of Valdosta, Robert M. Johnson of Hahira, Jim Brantley of Valdosta; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Johnson, Sr. who died on January 8, 2018, her brother and sister-in-law, W. Lamar and Betty Cole, her sister, Virginia Cole, her parents-in-law, William F. Sr. and Luana Roberts Johnson, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Arminda J. Morrison, Bea J. Brantley, W. F. (Bill), Jr. and Gerry Johnson, Lester V. Greene, Peggy W. Johnson. Funeral services will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Friendship Cemetery in Hahira. Memorials may be made to the Building Our Legacy Fund at Northside Baptist Church, 200 E. Park Ave., Valdosta, GA 31602 or to Langdale Hospice House, 2263 Pineview Drive, Valdosta, GA 31602.

JOHNSON, Martha Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 11, 1943) Martha Johnson, colored, wife of Neal Johnson, died Wednesday morning and will be laid to rest in the Madison Cemetery Sunday.

JOHNSON, Martha Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 26, 1954) Martha Johnson, well known colored woman of this city, died Saturday morning at the home of her son, B. Johnson, in South Madison. She had been ill for some time. Burial will be held Sunday March 28th at the Cross Roads.

JOHNSON, Mary Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 4 May 2018) Mary Johnson departed this life Friday, May 4, 2018. A Home going celebration will be Saturday, May 12, 2018 at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 497 SW Georgetown Rd, Madison, FL. Services have been entrusted to Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home and Crematory.

JOHNSON, Mary Ann Morrison Johnson (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 9 March 2019) Mary Ann Morrison Johnson, age 80, of Snellville, GA died peacefully in her home on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Mary Ann was born in Quitman, GA, later moved to Pelham, and lived most of her life in Snellville where she concluded her 31-year career in education as the media specialist at Snellville Middle School. She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. D. D. 115

Morrison Sr. of Thomasville, GA and her sister, Amanda Morrison Horne. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Donald E. Johnson; two daughters, Amanda E. Phillips (Matthew) of Syracuse, NY and Katherine A. Dickson (Jeffrey) of Winchester, VA; two brothers, Dorsey D. Morrison Jr. of Tucker and John N. Morrison of Atlanta; and five grandchildren. Graveside funeral services will be in the Laurel Hill Cemetery in Thomasville, GA. Memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society www.lls.org. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, 3705 Highway 78 West, Snellville, GA 30039 (770-979-3200) has been entrusted with the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Mary Cloette Johnson (Abstracted from the August 2, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Mary Cloette Johnson, 76, of Hortense, died at Southeast Georgia Medical Center in Brunswick Wednesday evening (July 31, 2013) after an extended illness. She was a native of Bacon County who had lived in Brantley County since 1976. She was a daughter of the late James Barton Medders and Carrie Lee Curl Medders and was also preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Johnson, six brothers, Walter, Kenneth, Billy Joe, Charlie (Bug), Don and Wayne Medders, and two sisters, Leecell Mercer and Lucille Herndon. She was a member of Lulaton Baptist Church in Brantley County. Survivors include a son, Joseph Robert “Joey” Taylor (Anita), of Brunswick; two daughters, Sylvia Lane Lewis, of Hortense, Lisa McKinney (Stephen), of Brunswick; two sisters, Rebecca “Beck” Medders (Bobby), of Alma, Louise Crosby, of Baxley; six grandchildren; and three great- grandchildren. A funeral will be held Saturday morning at Lulaton Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery in Alma. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of all the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Mary Kight Sweat Johnson (Abstracted from the 31 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mary Kight Sweat Johnson, age 87, died Friday (Oct. 30, 2015) at BayView Nursing Home in Nahunta after an extended illness. She was a native of Atkinson County, but she lived most of her life in Waycross. She graduated with the class of 1946 in Pearson. She was a member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church, and she was formerly employed by J.C. Penny’s. She was the daughter of the late John F. Kight and Lily Thomas Kight. Survivors include her husband of 35 years, William Edward Johnson of Waycross; 2 sons, George L. (June) Sweat and David (Laverne) Sweat, both of Blackshear; 1 step-son, Danny (Nancy) Johnson of Brunswick; 1 step-daughter, Cathy (Billy) Kendricks of Statesboro; and numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Sunday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Blackshear City Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Mary S. Johnson (Abstracted from the Quitman Free Press, Quitman, Georgia, April 26, 1945) Friends throughout the country will regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Mary S. Johnson, 72, who died at the Brooks County Hospital Wednesday April 18th. She had been ill for several days. She was a woman who was loved by many friends. Her quiet unassuming manner and her kindly nature endeared her to people in all walks of life. She had lived in this county all of her life and had been married to Hardie Johnson for fifty years. Survivors include her husband and one son, Arthur Ray Johnson. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her brother is Murray F. Meadows of Columbus and her sister is Mrs. Fannie Harris of Waycross. Mrs. Johnson was the former Miss Mary Meadows, a member of a prominent family in the county. Funeral services were held Thursday morning at the Maxwell-Eason Funeral Home. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Matilda Elmore Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 7, 1970) Matilda Elmore Johnson, age 89, a lifetime resident of Madison County, passed away Monday July 17, at her home in Greenville, FL. She was the oldest member of New Chapel Baptist Church and also a loyal member of Pallbearer Lodges Number four and ten. She is survived by a grandson, J> C. Demps of Greenville, FL; a granddaughter-in-law, Ora Lee Demps of Greenville; 12 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; six nieces, Mrs. Willie Mae Ballamy of Greenville; Mrs. Febbie Mae Siplin, Mrs. Nellie Mae Hills of Pompano Beach, FL, Mrs. Annie Mae Elmore and Mrs. Tommie Lee Elmore of Dade City, FL and Mrs. Thelma Gethers of New York.

JOHNSON, Melba Jean Hall Johnson (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 5 August 2016) Services for Melba Jean Hall Johnson, age 77, Meigs, are Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016, at Meigs Baptist Church. Interment is at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Johnson died Friday, Aug. 5, 2016, at Archbold Medical Center. She was a daughter of the late Dennis Hall and Lollie Brown Hall, born Nov. 14, 1938, in Poulan. She was a CNA for Glenn-Mor Nursing Home, Hospitality Care and Camellia Gardens of Life Care. Mrs. Johnson was married to the late H. L. Johnson on Nov. 14, 1969, in Cairo. She was a 116 member of Meigs Baptist Church. Survivors include son, Sherman L. McIntyre (Betty) of Meigs; daughter, Janet Elaine McBride Hensley (Michael) of Virginia Beach, VA; son, Fred Lee Sanders (Regina) of Thomasville; daughters, Janet Clark of Alto, Marianne Jennisch of Iowa; son, Travis Giddens of Missouri; grandchildren, Jennifer Palmer, Sherman L. McIntyre III, Zachary McIntyre, Thomas Parker, Irvin Parker, Grant Hensley, Andrew Hensley, Tisha Hensley, Zachary Hensley, Jonathan Hensley, Michaela Hensley, Fred Sanders Jr., Josh Sanders, Ryan Sanders, Clarence Barr, Cassie Breedlove, Amanda Barr, Desi Barr, Samantha Cowart; 23 great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald Hall of Thomasville, Mike Hall (Joann) of Montverde, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

JOHNSON, Melba Webb Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 3 May 2016) Melba Webb Johnson, age 76, of Jacksonville, FL passed away on Tuesday May 3, 2016 in Ray City GA in the same room she was born in November 10, 1939. Melba is survived by her 4 children Kerry Miller, Lori (Jack) Morris, Lisa (Ray) McGowan, and Benjamin Johnson; 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren and many extended family members. Melba served others as a compassionate nurse for 43 years and was also instrumental in Andrew Jackson's Class of 55 Reunions. She was a testament to all who knew her as one who lived life to the fullest and spent a great deal of time expanding her knowledge and documenting her ancestors and family heritage. A graveside service will be Friday (May 6, 2016) for family and close friends at the Beaver Dam Cemetery in Ray City. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in Jacksonville at Encounter Christian Church on Sunday May 15. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is serving the family.

JOHNSON, Michael Lawrence Johnson (Abstracted from the 15 May 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Michael Lawrence Johnson, age 66, passed away Tuesday (May 14, 2019) at his residence in Waycross following a long illness.He was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was awarded the Bishop Gartland Service Award from the Diocese of Savannah. He was a son of the late James Joseph Johnson and Frances Martha Pilat Johnson. He is survived by two brothers, Richard T. Johnson (Krisztina Krivatsy) of Waycross, and James L. Johnson (Jane), of Houston, Texas. A requiem mass will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations made to St. Joseph Loaves and Fishes Ministry, 2011 Darling Ave., Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Mikylie A'Miracle Johnson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 22 March 2020) Little Miss Mikylie A’miracle Johnson arrived in this world on Sunday, March 22, 2020. She was born at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare to Michael S. Johnson and Shatavia J. Roberts. Sadly, Mikylie went Home to be with the Lord on the same date she was born. She has now become one of God’s little special angels. Little Mikylie’s love and memory will be held dear forever by her parents; grandmother: Mae Eva Johnson and Stella Roberts, both of Monticello, FL and Letha Johnson of Bainbridge, GA; grandfather: Johnny Jackson of Miami, FL; along with several aunts, uncles and numerous other loving relatives.

JOHNSON, Mitchell Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 28, 1954) Mitchell Johnson, who died May 21, is survived by a sister, Sarah Johnson Brown and a brother, Rufe Johnson, of Madison. He moved to Madison in 1934 and was a longtime member of Shiloh Baptist Church.

JOHNSON, Mitchell Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 9, 1957) Mitchell Johnson, age 63, died at his home at Lee Sunday. He was a lifelong resident of Madison County and was engaged in farming until his retirement. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Dovie McCullough Johnson, of Lee; three daughters, Mrs. Patricia Irene Wilkes, of Jacksonville; Mrs. Lessie Mae Rivers, of Green Cove Springs, and Mrs. Lena Hawley, of Shickshinny, PA; three sons, Edmund Johnson, of Live Oak; John F. Johnson, of Jacksonville; and S. Sgt. Leo Bobby Johnson, of the U. S. Air Force at Herbern, Westfalen, Germany; three sisters; two brothers, and eight grandchildren. Interment was in Macedonia Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Moniso Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 5, 1954)

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Moniso Johnson, colored, age 4, daughter of Rosa and David Johnson, died at the Madison County Hospital, Tuesday, November 2nd. Burial was at Crossroads Church Cemetery Wednesday November 3rd. Tillman and James Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Mychael Maurice Johnson – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 20 March 2020) October 19, 1988 - March 20, 2020

JOHNSON, Nancy Jeanette Winn Johnson (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Nancy Jeanette Winn Johnson, 69, of Patterson, passed away Thursday afternoon (April 25, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a sudden illness. Born in St. Marys July 13, 1943, she lived most of her life in Pierce County. She was a retired Pierce County school bus driver. She will be remembered as a loving wife to her late husband, Joe Johnson, and a loving mother and grandmother. She also loved to cook and take care of others before herself. She was a member of Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church and was a daughter of the late Jasper Robert Winn and Mary Estelle Watson Winn Crosby. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Joseph Daniel Johnson, and a brother, Bobby Winn. Survivors include two children, Perry Johnson (Carolyn Brockington) of Patterson, and Sandy Johnson Dickerson of Patterson; two grandchildren, Tanya Johnson and Alene Johnson; two sisters, Darlene Lightsey (husband Elder Ardle), of K’ville, and Jane Bowen (husband Terry), of Blackshear; two brothers, A.J. Crosby (wife Merline), of Hoboken, and Ward Crosby (wife Gayla), of Nashville; a sister-in-law, Nancy Winn, of White Oak; two special friends, Betty and Alvin Johnson; several nieces, nephews and numerous other relatives. The funeral will be held Sunday at Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church. Interment will be in the New Home Cemetery. The body will be carried to her residence, 2521 Butterfly Circle, Patterson, at 4 o’clock this afternoon, and will remain there until time for the funeral on Sunday. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Newlene Carter Johnson (Abstracted from the 23 July 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A funeral for Newlene Carter Johnson was Friday at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Burial followed in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Music Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Ola Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder, Madison, Florida, March 4, 1960) Mrs. Ola Johnson, age 69, of Pinetta, died Friday morning in the Madison County hospital following a brief illness. She was a lifelong resident of Madison County, and a member of the Pinetta Baptist Church. Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Julia Hardy, of Valdosta; one brother, Jim Blair of Jacksonville, and a number of nieces and nephews. Services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home. Interment was in Mt. Horeb Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Ollie Beatrice Johnson (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 20 March 2020) Ollie Beatrice Johnson was born on April 5, 1929, to the late Mr. Sam and the late Neva M. Jennings in Madison County, FL. She lived in Adel, GA until 1973, then she moved to Valdosta, GA. Beatrice was a hardworking and dedicated woman who was a chef and a foster care provider for adults. She joined the Cottrell Chapel CME Church in Sparks, GA, where she served as an usher. She would later join the Greater Pleasant Temple Church where she sang in the choir and was the Mother of the Church. Beatrice was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Social Saving Club. On Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, GA, another soldier was called home. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband: Willie Johnson; four sons: Joe Sheffield, Jr., Bobby Sheffield, Leroy Sheffield and Willie J. Johnson; three daughters: Willie Mae Whitfield, Elizabetha Morris and Essie Hamilton; three sisters: Ethel Miller, Mattie Mae Lott, and Eunice Walker; two brothers: John Jennings and Jessie Jennings. Beatrice leaves to cherish her memories to her loving children: six daughters: Louise Garden, Joann Simmons (both of Valdosta, GA), Betty Adams (Anzavino) of Fayetteville, NC, Ollie Faye Scott, Vinell Covington, Idell Sanders (Solomon) all of Adel, GA, four sons: J.B. Sheffield,David Johnson (Betty) of Valdosta, GA, Elonnie Johnson (Gloria) of Adel, GA, James Johnson (Barbara) of Warner Robins, GA; son in-law: John Whitfield of Valdosta, GA; sisters: Mary Green of Atlanta, GA and Doris Brown of Jacksonville, FL; grandson (whom she helped raised) Vance Frazier; sixteen grandchildren, twenty-nine great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; two sisters in-law: Penny Johnson and Bernita Jennings; a special nephew: Roy Grant; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The Celebration of Life for the late Mrs. Ollie Beatrice Johnson will 118 be at Greater Pleasant Temple Baptist Church, 309 Cherry Street, Valdosta, GA. Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

JOHNSON, Ozell Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 25, 2008) A funeral for Ozell Johnson, 87, of Homerville, who died Sunday (Jan. 20, 2008) will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ with Elder F.L. Spates Sr. officiating. Burial will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. The body will be placed in the church at 11 a.m. Saturday. Friends may call at the Johnson residence, 195 Reddick St., Homerville. He was a native of Defuniak Springs, Fla. He lived most of his life in Clinch County. His parents were the late William and Ida Malone Jonson. He was also preceded in death by five children. He received his formal education in the public schools of Alma and Homerville. He was a member of Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ and a veteran of the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife, Verdell Johnson, of Homerville; a son, Ozell Johnson Jr. (Lynda), of Stockton, Calif.; a daughter, Mozell Tolbert (Billy), of Homerville; a sister, Earl Lee Edwards, of Homerville; two brothers-in-law, Calvin Williams (Barbara), of Dublin, and Alphonso Williams, of Lakeland; two sisters-in-law, Altamese Spearman, of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Carl Mae Russell, of Jacksonville, Fla.; 14 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-greatgrandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JOHNSON, Paul C. Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 May 2011) Mr. Paul C. Johnson, age 68, of Broxton passed away Monday on April 18, 2011, at the Regency Hospital Company in East Point, GA following an extended illness. Mr. Johnson was a native of Broxton. He had worked as an EMT in Coffee County and Appling County. Mr. Johnson was a city policeman with the City of Douglas police department and he was a policeman and security officer with South Georgia College. He was an avid basketball player at Broxton High School. He was the son of the late Tobie (Toby) Johnson and the late Laura Gail Smith Johnson. He was also preceded in death by a son the late Mark Anthony Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a member of the Broxton Baptist Church. Survivors include 3 children: Teddy D. Johnson of Douglas, GA, Taylor Brian Johnson and Laura S. Johnson, both of Broxton, GA; ex-wife: Rosa D. Johnson of Broxton, GA; 1 brother: Phillip Johnson of Thomaston, GA; 2 grandchildren: Kaitlynn Johnson of Douglas, GA and Brianna Johnson of Broxton, GA; and several nieces, nephew and other relatives. Memorial services were Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at the Broxton Baptist Church. A private graveside service followed in the Reddy Branch Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Paul Leon Johnson (Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate September 7th, 2011) Paul Leon Johnson, 85, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at the Langdale Hospice House after a brief illness. He was born June 23, 1926 to the late Leon and Mae Timmerman Johnson in Lanier County. He was superintendent of Lee Engineering for 30 plus years before retiring in 1991. After retirement he served on the Lanier County Tax Assessor Board for some time. Paul was a member of Stockton Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday School teacher and Deacon. He was also a member of the Lanier County Historical Society, Masonic Lodge #434, and election poll administrator. He is preceded in death by a daughter, Eva Suelyn Johnson; 2 brothers, Harold D. Johnson, & Robert R. Johnson; and 1 brother-in-law, Laverne Clanton. Survivors are his wife of 64 years Elsie Johnson of Stockton, GA, 2 sons, Larry Johnson and Leon Johnson both of Stockton, GA; four grandchildren: Libby Bennett, Jason Johnson, Brooke, & Brittany Johnson; 4 step-grandchildren: Stacy Ray, Tammy Holton, Teresa Kistler, & Scott Ray; 3 great-grandchildren; 7 step great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Sara (Donald) Seckinge of Stockton, GA; and Monteen Clanton of Orlando, FL; brother Dale Johnson of Stockton, GA; 2 sister-in-laws, Rachael Johnson of Valdosta, GA; and Marjorie Johnson of Valdosta, GA. Funeral services will be Friday, September 2, 2011 in the Stockton Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or donations can be made to the Stockton Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 262 Church Rd, Attn: Cemetery Fund, Stockton, GA 31649. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the family.

JOHNSON, Penelope Rae Ricketson Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 23 May 2011) Mrs. Penelope Rae Ricketson Johnson, age 35, of Valdosta, GA passed away suddenly Tuesday on April 19, 2011, following injuries received in an auto accident. Mrs. Johnson, a native of San Diego, CA, was a heavy equipment operator. She was a U. S. Army and U. S. Navy veteran. She was also a member of the Eastern Star. Survivors include her parents: Ronnie and Sharon Ricketson of Willacoochee, GA; 2 daughters: Kaitlyn Alexis Johnson and Gabriella Amelia Brown both of Valdosta, GA; 1 sister: Malyndia Faye Bass with the U. S. Navy stationed in Mayport, FL; 3 brothers: Jeffory Dingler of Eugene, OR, Dalton Dingler of Whidbey Island, WA and Arthur Goodwin with the U. S. Air Force stationed in Dayton, OH; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and 119 other relatives. Funeral services were Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at Ricketson Funeral Home. Interment followed in the Salem Cemetery. It is being requested that in lieu of flowers donations may be given to the Georgia Diabetes Research Foundation. Donations can be mailed to P. O. Box 70638, Albany, GA 31708. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Peter Johnson (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, September 1. 1904) An old citizen, Peter Johnson, about 85 years old, died at Cascade on Wednesday of last week. No record was found of the burial

JOHNSON, Robert Lee Johnson – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 22 January 2021) July 26, 1966 - January 22, 2021

JOHNSON, Robert M. Johnson (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 1 June 2020) Robert M. Johnson, age 82, of Hahira died Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at his home. He was born in Pickettville (Jacksonville), FL on July 9, 1937 to the late William F., Sr. and Luana Roberts Johnson and lived in this area most of his life. He attended the Hahira United Methodist Church and along with his late wife, Peggy owned and operated Johnson Office Equipment in Valdosta prior to retirement. Robert was a 1957 graduate of Valdosta High School where he was an outstanding athlete especially in football playing for Coach Wright Bazemore. He was named Athlete of the Year for Valdosta High School in 1956-1957. Coach Bazemore stated that Robert was probably the best athlete to have been at Valdosta High and knew how to perform under pressure to deliver touchdowns. Robert also played basketball, baseball and ran track at Valdosta High School. Survivors include his daughter and son in law, Elizabeth and Curt Norman of Hahira; two sons and daughters in law, Robby and Darlene Johnson of Hahira, Randy and Gretchen Johnson of Valdosta; his grandchildren, Dillon Johnson, Devin and Levi Rocheleau, Tyler Johnson, Bailey and Brian Gracen, Slade Johnson, Jace and Jaycee Norman, Raegan and Shawn Mullins; his great grandchildren, Addison Jane Norman, Jackson Norman, Truitt Mullins, Bryce Gracen, Elaine Rocheleau; his sister and brother in law, Nancy and Jack Allen of Valdosta; sister in law and brother in law, Joyce and Richard Zella of Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Williams Johnson to whom he married on December 18, 1960 and had been married for fifty five years at the time of her passing in 2016; three sisters and two brothers in law, Arminda J. Morrison, Bea and Jim Brantley, Betty and Lester Greene; two brothers and sisters in law, William F. Jr. and Gerry Johnson, Thomas and Margie Johnson; his parents in law, Curtis and Minnie Lee Williams. Funeral services will be at Hahira United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Quitman. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hahira United Methodist Church Youth Group, 208 N Church Street, Hahira, GA, 31632. Arrangements by Martin / McLane Funeral Home of Hahira.

JOHNSON, Roderick Johnson Sr. – Death Announcement (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/04/deputy-roderick-johnson-sr/) Deputy Roderick Johnson, Sr., age 54, Valdosta, transitioned from this walk of life on April 5, 2019. Home Going Service at Union Cathedral. Interment, Beck Street Cemetery. -Harrington Funeral Home.

JOHNSON. Romey Clarence Johnson Jr. (Abstracted from the 9 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Romey Clarence Johnson Jr., age 75, of Mershon, passed away Thursday (Feb. 8, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health. Born in Mershon May 18, 1942, he lived in Pierce County all of his life. He was a 1960 graduate of Patterson High School and was retired from CSX Transportation where he had been a machinist. He was also a farmer and loved to garden. He was a die-hard Georgia Bulldog fan and also loved watching the Pierce County Bears and the Clinch County Panthers. He loved to stay busy and would fix anything whether it was broken or not. He never met a stranger and loved meeting people. He also enjoyed getting together with his fellow CSX retirees. He dearly loved his family but doted on his two granddaughters – taking them to and from school and being the best granddad to them. He was a member of Offerman Church of God. He was a son of the late Romey Clarence Sr. and Nola Lee Tyre Johnson. He was also preceded in death by all three of his sisters, Mary Lee Kicklighter, Scarlett Holloway and Shirley Johnson, and by his brother, Allen Johnson. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Nova Dean Hyers Johnson of Mershon; his daughter, Tammy (Ricky) Braswell of Mershon; two sons, Michael (Michael Dennis) Johnson of Charlotte, NC, and Scott Johnson of Waycross; three sisters-in-law, Edith Johnson of Alma, Ima Jean (Hollis) Yawn of Alma, and Brenda (Cleve) Herrin of Nahunta; his two granddaughters, Kayla Braswell and Haley Braswell; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Bristol Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Southeast Cancer Unit, P.O. Box 2764, Waycross, GA 31502. 120

JOHNSON, Raymond Harry Johnson (Abstracted from the 24 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Raymond Harry Johnson, age 72, of Patterson, died Monday (Jan. 23, 2017) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House following an extended illness. Born April 28, 1944 in Patterson, he was a son of the late William Hansford and Irma Viola Winn Johnson. As an over-the-road truck driver, he lived in many places before retiring to Patterson in the mid 2000’s. He worked for multiple companies including Thom’s Transport, Wooten Trucking, Mayflower and several others and also worked at Herrin Brothers Furniture in Waycross. He was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mildred Davis and Irene Mobley, and two brothers, Earl Johnson and Ray Johnson. He was also a veteran, have served in the U.S. Army. Survivors include his children, David (Sandra) Johnson of Dunoon, Scotland, Debbie Altman of Hilton Head, SC, Wayne (Renee) Williams of Estill, SC, James Williams of Hampton, SC, and Ben Williams of Hampton, SC; 14 grandchildren; 11 great- grandchildren; his brothers and sisters, Alvin (Betty) Johnson of Patterson, Ephraim (Marie) Johnson of Patterson, Carl Johnson of Kingsland, Linnie (Ron) Arpen of Jacksonville, FL, Louise (Gene) Register of Homerville, Lee (MaryAnn) Johnson of San Antonio, TX, Clyde (Brenda) Johnson of Blackshear, Kate Johnson of Jacksonville, FL, and Annie Belle (Sid) Griffis of Blackshear; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will take place Wednesday at Hart Funeral Home in Blackshear. Burial will follow in the New Home Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, Ga 31501 or to the New Home Cemetery Fund, Attn: Ray Gill, P.O. Box 283, Blackshear, GA 31516.

JOHNSON, Richard Donald Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 25 July 2015) Richard Donald “Donnie” Johnson, age 74, of Madison, FL, passed away July 25, 2015, in Madison, FL. Donnie was born June 26, 1941 in Perry, FL, to James W. Johnson and Audrey (McDaniel) Johnson. Donnie was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Madison. He was the owner and operator of Johnson's Bakery in Perry, Florida for 27 years. For 14 years he worked for the Florida Highway Patrol then retired from the Department of Corrections where he had worked for 13 1/2 years. Donnie loved his faith, family and friends, and enjoyed cooking for and sharing with others. From January 20, 1987 until August 31, 2010, Donnie served with the Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary. He was a lifetime member of the Perry Masonic Lodge F&AM 123 and a charter member of the Marzuq Temple in Tallahassee, FL. Donnie was preceded in death by his parents, James Wesley Johnson and Audrey McDaniel Johnson, a daughter, Gayle Johnson Lundy, and granddaughter, Sierra McCroan; his sister-in-law, Nell Johnson and brother-in-law, Buddy Sadler. Donnie is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Barbara Ragans Johnson; 2 daughters, Kim Johnson (Jimmy) Strickland and Angela Andrews (David) Eastabrooks; 1 son, Jarrod (Suzy) Andrews and a son- in-law, Doyle Lundy; 2 brothers, James Wesley (Laverne) Johnson and George Johnson; 1 sister, Carol Sadler; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 3 brothers-in-law, W. C. (Mary) Ragans, Sputter (Linda) Ragans and Ronnie (Marilyn) Ragans; 3 sisters-in- law, Helen Phillips, Diane Wells, and Patricia (Gordie) Bass. Funeral Services will be at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Madison on Tuesday, July 28, 2015. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery in Madison. Memorial contributions can be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308. Please reference Madison in your memo. Also, you may give to Fellowship Baptist Church, Madison, FL.

JOHNSON, Robert Russell Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 July 2014) Mr. Robert Russell (Bob) Johnson passed away peacefully on July 18, 2014, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center after an extended illness. Bob was born on June 8, 1921, to Robert Benjamin Johnson and Gertrude Landry Johnson in Chicago, IL. He earned the bachelor's and masters of science degrees at the University of Illinois. He proudly served as a Captain in the United States Army during World War II in the 11th Airborne Division, 511 Parachute Infantry Regiment with service in the Philippines and Japan. Prior to joining the 511th, Bob was a member of the 541 Parachute Infantry Regiment. As recorded in various sources of the unit's history, “the men who filled out the unit's ranks were of a high caliber, all had scored exceptionally well on their Army Entrance Exams; and all were volunteers.” After WWII Bob returned to the University of Illinois to complete the master's degree before teaching and coaching at the New Mexico School of Mines in Socorro, New Mexico; and at William Penn College (now William Penn University) in Oskaloosa, IA. Bob and his family moved to Douglas, GA, in 1952 where Bob taught science and coached football and baseball at Douglas High School (later known as Coffee County High School). Bob became Athletic Director and baseball coach at South Georgia College in 1959, and became Registrar of the college in 1964. Bob served as Dean of Students and retired from the present South Georgia State College in 1986. After retirement Bob was appointed to the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians by the Governor of Georgia, and served for many years. Having completed his master's thesis on the effect of diet on athletes and athletic performance, this appointment aligned with a lifelong interest in dietary practices, performance, and health. Bob was a longtime member of the Douglas Kiwanis Club and was a member of the Douglas First United Methodist Church where he sang in the Chancel Choir, 121 worked with the youth, and taught Sunday school classes for over 50 years. He was also a past president of the Georgia Retired Teachers Association. Bob is survived by his wife of 69 years, Bobbie Swift Johnson; a daughter, Jan Knight of Wauchula FL; a son Tom (Wanda) Johnson of Roswell, GA; a granddaughter, Jennifer (Ronnie) Franz; and two great grandchildren, Riley Franz and Kendyll Franz all of Cookeville, TN; and 2 nephews, Hugh (Gayla) Hutchings and Gene Hutchings of Sparta, GA. Funeral service was held Monday, July 21, 2014, at the First United Methodist Church of Douglas GA. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Bob's name to the American Cancer Society, the First United Methodist Church of Douglas, or to The American Bible Society.

JOHNSON, Ronald Lee Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, April 14, 2014) Mr. Ronald Lee Johnson, age 77, of Mayo, FL, passed away Monday, April 14, 2014 in Baya Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Lake City. Ronald was born May 19, 1936 in Pennsylvania to Mr. and Mrs. Carmen and Della Johnson. Mr. Johnson was of the Baptist Faith and a veteran of the U.S. Air National Guard. He worked as an electronic technician for Lockheed Martin in Orlando for more than 10 years before working as a switchman for Alltell where he retired after 20 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents Carmen and Della Johnson, and a son Jerry Johnson in 1987. He is survived by, 1 son, Michael Lee (Betty) Johnson, of Live Oak, 1 daughter Laurie Feagle, of Lake City, 1 sister, Rita Randall, of Decatur, AR, 3 grandchildren, as well as numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 17, 2014 at Joe P. Burns Funeral Home of Mayo. Interment will follow in Riverside Baptist Church Cemetery in Mayo.

JOHNSON, Ronnie Johnson (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Ronnie Johnson, 55, died Wednesday (June 26, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following an extended illness. He was a native of Waycross and lived most of his life here. He was an automobile mechanic and member of Powerhouse of Faith. He was a son of the late Freddie Johnson and Sarah Byrd Johnson. He is survived by two daughters, Malisa Andrews, of Atlanta, and Latrice Johnson, of Valdosta; two grandchildren, Jahki Neloms, of Valdosta, and Jasmine Butler, of Atlanta; three sisters, Janice Johnson, of Waycross, Veronica Perham (husband Joe), of Eatonton, and Mary Williams (husband James), of Panama City, FL; five brothers, Kenneth Baker (wife Patricia Ann), of Collins, Benjamin Bardeaux, of Collins, Maurice Byrd (wife Barbara), of Savannah, Freddie Johnson Jr., of Waycross, and William Johnson, of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held Saturday at Powerhouse of Faith. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Roosevelt Johnson (Abstracted from the 19 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Roosevelt “Ted” Johnson, age 83, passed away Friday (Oct. 16, 2015) at the Hospice House Satilla following an extended illness. A native of Baxley, he served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and graduated from Rollins College in Orlando, FL. He was formerly employed as CEO of Concerted Services and an employee of Lockheed before becoming owner and operator of Gold Key Auto in 1996. He was preceded in death by his parents, Franklin and Mamie Boyd Johnson, and two brothers, Gene Johnson and D.A. Johnson. Survivors include his former wife of 36 years, Barbara Ewing Johnson of Waycross; 1 son, Craig (Jamie) Johnson of Waycross; 1a grandchild, Lauren Johnson; 2 nephews, Tim (Jamie) Johnson of Jacksonville, FL, and Danny Johnson of Baxley; 1 niece, Stacy Johnson (Larry) Sharpe of Waycross; 1 great niece, Kim Ingalls; and a sister-in-law, Delores Johnson of Blackshear. A memorial service will be Monday at the Music Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Rosa Barfield Johnson (Abstracted from 2 July 2015 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Rosa Barfield “Big Momma” Johnson, age 83, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, GA. Rosa was born on October 8, 1932 in Madison, FL to Joe Barfield and Rosa Major Barfield. Mother Johnson was an active member of the St. James M.B. Church where she served on the Deaconess Board. Her love for the Lord extended from her home to the community. She loved to cook and shared this gift through feeding family and friends. Mother Johnson touched many lives young and old, and will be missed not only by her family, but the entire community. Mother Johnson was preceded in death by her husband, David Johnson, Sr.; a daughter, Eunice Glee; and a grandson, Jermaine Johnson. She is survived by 3 children: Eugene Johnson, Geraldine Johnson and David (Gwendolyn) Johnson, Jr., all of Madison, FL; 2 sisters-in-law: Clemmie (TC) Hudson and Mary Johnson, both of Madison, FL; 9 grandchildren: Cedric (Debra) Johnson, Sean Johnson, Kenneth Glee, Lisa (Reginald) Daniels, Morgan (Demetria) Scurry, Shedrick Johnson, Sr., Kendal Johnson, Bryce Johnson, Sr. and Michelle Johnson, of Atlanta, GA; 34 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 4, at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 497 Georgetown Road, Madison, FL. 122

JOHNSON, Rosalie Langdale Johnson (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, March 24, 2010) Rosalie "Rose" Langdale Johnson, 85, died Friday, March 12, 2010 in Tallahassee. Rose was predeceased by her son, John Langdale Johnson, in 1984 and her husband, David Doyle Johnson, in 2006. She is survived by her brother, John J. Langdale Jr.; a daughter, Daphne Johnson Asbell; a son, Doyle McLester Johnson; four grandchildren, Rosalie Flummer, John Will Asbell, Paishe Moon Asbell, Piper Darby Johnson; two great-grandchildren, Whytnei Kaylor-Rose Bates and Ty Michael Flummer. She grew up in Council, and attended high school at Homerville High School, where she played basketball and was known affectionately as “Big Six”. She attended Mercer University in Macon. She met David Doyle Johnson at Mercer University and they were married and eventually relocated to Tallahassee where David was employed by Capital Pharmacy. Rose worked as a teacher at Fargo Elementary School in Fargo, after graduation from college in the ‘60s at Woodville Elementary School, teaching first grade. She was the Executive Director of the Big Bend Chapter of The March of Dimes for many years. After retirement, she worked at the Leon County Courthouse as a poll worker. A memorial service was held at Lafayette Presbyterian Church on Friday, March 19, 2010.

JOHNSON, Rosie Elouise Lee Johnson (Abstracted from the 14 January 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) JESUP — Rosie Elouise Lee Johnson, age 86, of Patterson, passed away Tuesday (Jan.12, 2016) at her daughter’s residence. Born in Hoboken, March 5, 1929, she lived in Pierce County most of her life. She was a homemaker and spent her lifetime joyfully taking care of her family. Following the untimely death of her mother when she was a teenager, she helped rear her siblings which prepared her to be a mother to her own children. Sewing, cooking and baking – chores to some — were things she didn’t always like to do but necessity helped to make her great at. Her favorite things were having her family around her and seeing them happy. She was a member of Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late Joel and Edna Lucille Hickox Lee. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Joseph Earl Johnson Sr., two sisters, Mary Ruth Hoover and Catherine Crosby, and a brother, A. J. Lee. Survivors include her 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda (Luis Alberto) Pernas of Jacksonville, FL, Opal (David) Taylor and Tina (Greg) White all of Patterson; 1 son, Joseph Earl Johnson Jr., of Jesup; 4 sisters, Jeniece (Edward) Hagin of Waycross, and Lula Anderson, Carol McQuaig and Linda (Wayne) Henderson all of Hoboken; 1 brother, Larry (Glenda) Lee, of Hoboken; 1 sister-in-law, Hazel Lee of Hoboken; 1 brother-in-law, J.T. Crosby of Blackshear; 7 grandchildren, Mat (Carrie) Boatright, Joby (Jammie) Boatright, Josh (Samantha) Johnson, Jeremy (Chrissie) Taylor, Emily (Jaren) Graham, Ambre’ (Billy) Swain and Gracie White; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Friday in the Pearson-Dial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in the New Home Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Ruby Jean Aycock Johnson (Abstracted from the 26 November 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ruby Jean Aycock Johnson, age 85, passed away Saturday (Nov. 24, 2018) at Hospice House Satilla after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross where she was employed as a beautician. She worked at Margie’s downtown, and she owned and operated her own salon at her home. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Murphy Aycock and Margaret Grice Aycock, and five siblings, Mae Hendrix, June Crews, Katie Gibbs, Nettie Ammons and Billy Aycock. Survivors include four children, Lamar Johnson (Diane), of Waycross, Gary Johnson (late, Terri), of Brantley County, Steve Johnson (Lisa), of Blackshear, and DeLisa Griffin (Scott), of Waycross; grandchildren, Leah Parks (Michael), Linsey Hayman (Patrick), Brandy Johnson Murray, Brock Johnson, Britani Thomas, Haley King (Ryan), Dylan Renew and Jared Renew; great-grandchildren, Madysen Parks, Abigail Parks, Braelynn O’Connell, Ellington Katherine Hayman, Andrew Murray, Ava Johnson, Elliott Johnson, Iva Lee Thomas, Seth King and Sofia King; one brother, Donald L. Aycock (Freida), of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

JOHNSON, Ryan Allen Johnson, Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Ryan Allen Johnson Jr., infant son of Ryan Allen Johnson, Sr. and Brittany Vaughn, passed away on April 29, 2012 in Tallahassee, Florida. He is survived by (2) sisters, Ava Rose Burney, Ashley Burney, maternal grandparents, John and Laura Vaughn, paternal grandparents, Leah Coxwell and the late James Johnson, maternal great-grandmother, Vera Mae Vaughn. Services will be held at First Assembly of God on Sunday, May 6, 2012.

JOHNSON, Sandra Vernitha Ayers Johnson – death announcement 123

(Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 26 November 2020) May 15, 1956 - November 25, 2020

JOHNSON Sarah Alice Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 19 February 2019) Sarah Alice Johnson, age 91, of Live Oak, FL passed away Sunday, February 17, 2019 at the North Florida Medical Center, Gainesville, FL. She was a native of Madison, FL moving to Live Oak in 1951 from Lee, FL. She and her husband Claude owned and operated Johnson Furniture Store for thirty five years. She was Baptist by faith. She enjoyed cane grinding, farming, fishing, and dancing to a good country band with her husband. She is survived by two daughters, Ann Kiser and Robbie Thompson, both of Live Oak; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Harris Funeral Home & Cremations, Inc., Live Oak, FL is in charge of all arrangements.

JOHNSON, Sarah Elizabeth Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 23 June 2017) Sarah Elizabeth Johnson, age 69, departed this life on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. A Home going Celebration will be Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home Chapel, 162 SW Third Ave, Madison, Florida.

JOHNSON, Steve Johnson (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 17 October 2018) Steve Johnson, age 61, of Stockton, GA passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 6, 1956 in Valdosta, GA to the late Frank and Leatha (McLeod) Johnson. Steve retired from the Lowndes County Board of Education after 29 years of service maintaining the heating and air. Not being able to sit still, he continued his HVAC career working for himself. When not working he could be found with a fishing pole in his hand on a bass pond somewhere. He also enjoyed grilling and outdoor gatherings with family and friends. Steve was very active in numerous bass clubs in the area. Survivors include his wife, Cindy Johnson of Stockton, GA; sons, Steven Johnson Jr of Valdosta, GA, Dave Anderson (Lynette) of Lake Park, GA; grandchildren: Savannah Anderson and Averie Anderson; brothers, Frank Johnson (Lisa) of Valdosta, GA, Beaver Johnson (Betty) of Valdosta, GA; sister, Dale Johnson of Lake Park, GA; special brother & niece, Charlie and Katrina Gyr of Lakeland, GA and nephew, Davis Gyr. Graveside services will be Saturday, October 20, 2018 in Wayfare Cemetery, Echols County. The Johnson Family is being cared for by the compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services in Lakeland, GA.

JOHNSON, Stormie Lee Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 10 July 2019) Stormie Lee Johnson, age 21, of Caryville, TN, died, July 5, 2019. Graveside funeral services will be at Lee Memorial Cemetery. He was born November 4, 1997 in Tallahassee, FL. He loved to fish, hang out with friends and enjoyed life. He is survived by his parents: mother, Lori Blackman (Robert) and father, Calvin Johnson; grandparents; Diane Walker, Mavis Leutner, Ray Miller, Ralph and Verlin Blackman; brothers and sisters; Carrie Johnson, Breanna Blackman, Kolby Johnson, and Calvin Johnson Jr (Buddy), Robert Blackman Jr, Christina Brooks, David Blackman, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandfather: Tonney Walker and grandparents: Elvoye and Janice Williams. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL is assisting the family with arrangements.

JOHNSON, Susie Ann Phillips Johnson (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 20 August 2020) Susie Ann Phillips Johnson was born in Quitman (Brooks County), GA. She was born Dec. 21, 1942, to Leroy Thomas and Lillie Bell Phillips, both who have preceded Susie to Glory. Susie’s first-born child, Tommie Lee Phillips, also preceded her in death Lovingly known to many of her family and friends as “Ann,” Susie moved to Madison, FL, over 50 years ago. She received her formal education in the public schools of Brooks County. She moved to Madison County with her mother and sister, settling in Cherry Lake. They remained there until moving into Madison during the early 1970’s. Over the years, Ann worked an array of jobs, most notably at Tank N’ Tummy, Goldkist, and O’Neal’s Family Buffet. During her leisure, she enjoyed sewing, cooking, crocheting, fishing, and watching the television program, “The Golden Girls.” Ann took great pride in each of her children. Her son, Larry, emerged as the leader of flock and over the years, unwittingly inherited the role of being the patriarch to his siblings, nieces, and nephews; Larry was that child that Ann always looked to for clarity and direction; he enjoyed his role and so did his siblings. Anchored in the Lord, Sister Ann confessed Christ as her Lord and Savior many years ago. She served faithfully as a member of several local churches. Most recently, she was a member of Grace Temple Outreach Ministries of Gainesville. Left to cherish her love and legacy are: her husband, Freddie Lee Johnson, Sr., of Madison, FL; son, Larry Phillips of Lake City, 124

FL; daughters, Margaret (Elijah) Davis, Bobbie Marshann Phillips, and Angela (Rondy) Mathis all of Madison, FL; a devoted goddaughter / granddaughter, Amy N. Jonas of Orlando, FL; sister, Mary (Eddie) Luster of Madison, FL; step-children, Freddie J. Johnson, Lashawn Johnson, and Jessica Johnson all of Madison, FL; a devoted niece, Inez Walker; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a host of other loving relatives.

JOHNSON, Sylvia Louise Johnson (Abstracted from the 19 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Sylvia Louise Johnson, age 79, died suddenly Thursday (July 12, 2018) at her residence in Waycross. She was born in Trenton, NJ, but resided in Waycross for many years. She was retired from the Georgia Department of Corrections as a food service supervisor. She was also a member of Church of Christ Written in Heaven on Blackwell St. She was a daughter of the late Lila Mae Lockhart. She was married to the late William Henry Johnson Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Dr. Ginger Taylor (Isaac) of Bonaire; a son, William H. Johnson III (Lorraine) of Lithonia; five grandchildren, Gitoya Lane (Jonathan), Kinan Taylor, Devin Johnson, Jared Johnson and Zion Cochran; five great-grandchildren, Braelyn Lane, Jael Lane, Skylar Lane, Kai Taylor and Chandler Taylor; a brother, Alton Chris Spears, of Trenton, NJ; a sister, Linda Lockhart of Waycross; a sister-in- law, Rebecca Williams (Benjamin) of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Church of Christ Written in Heaven on Blackwell Street. Burial will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Sylvia Orpha James Johnson (Abstracted from the 6 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Evangelist Sylvia Orpha James Johnson, age 63, will be Saturday at Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1110 Pittman St. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. Friends are being received at the Johnson residence, 1410 Bunche St. She was born Sept. 22, 1953 in Waycross to Bessie M. James and the late Joseph H. James. She received her formal education from the Waycross Public School system and graduated from Waycross High School in 1971. She later attended Durham Business College in North Carolina, the Job Corps in New York. She received a degree in early childhood education from Ware Technical School which led her to become the director of St. James Daycare Center, a position she held for many years. Evangelist Johnson accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and became a faithful member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church. She later became a member of St. James Holiness Church where her mother is pastor. She was joined in holy matrimony to Joseph E. Johnson on Aug. 19, 1973. To this union two sons were born, Joseph Jr. and Jaalam. Later she raised Loverette Redding and Kim Redding. On Sunday (April 2, 2017) in Mayo Clinic Health System, Waycross, after an illness, the Lord granted her peace and called her to her heavenly home. Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Joseph E. Johnson Sr.; her children, Joseph E. (Tracy) Johnson Jr., Jaalam E. Johnson Sr., Loverette Redding and Kim Redding; her mother, Pastor Bessie M. James; mother-in-law, Jean Johnson; a brother, Phillip C. (Gwendolyn) James; a sister, Schenesia Barfield; sisters-in-law, Ruth James, Kathy James, Debra (Robert) Kite and Phyllis Lott; brothers-in-law, Willie Johnson, Ernest Johnson, Charles (Denise) Johnson and Thomas Johnson; grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Talma Lee Dixon Johnson (Abstracted from the 2 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Talma Lee Dixon Johnson, age 81, of Offerman, died Sunday (May 1, 2016)) surrounded by her family at her residence following an extended illness. Born April 1, 1935 to the late Elmer and Ivey Lee Ratliff Dixon, she was a lifelong resident of Pierce County. She was the owner of Tammy’s Café in Patterson, and was a longtime cook for the Patterson Café but was happiest being a housewife and mother. She was a member of Offerman Baptist Church and the Faith Sunday School Class. She was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Clay Johnson, a son, William O. Johnson, a grandson, Timmy Lowman, a granddaughter, Brandy Johnson, three sisters, Joan Matthews, Lawanna Smith and Betty Swindell; and five brothers, Harry Dixon, Kenneth Dixon, Jerry Dixon, Durwood Dixon and Gene Dixon. Survivors include 3 daughters, Patricia Ann (James) O’Berry of Blackshear, Tammy Janine (Bill) Bowman and Lisa Dale (Jerry) Hardrick both of Offerman; 1 son, Randy Clay Johnson of Offerman; 1 daughter-in-law, Linda Schenck of Waycross; 11 grandchildren, Rodney Johnson, Jarod Johnson, Sabrina Stevens, Matthew O’Berry, Kerrie Dawson, Dana Downing, Elliot Johnson, Nick Chancey, Samuel Sweeney, Adam Chancey and Sarah Crawford; 24 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great- grandchildren; 1 sister, Clara Mae Chancey of Blackshear; 1 brother, Larry Dixon of Blackshear; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at Offerman Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Offerman Cemetery. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

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(Abstracted from the 4 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) PATTERSON — Terry James Johnson, age 52, of Patterson, passed away Friday (Aug. 31, 2018) at his residence. Born in Blackshear, March 8, 1966, he lived in Pierce County most of his life. He was a mechanic for Varn Wood Products and was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to fish, go camping and to ride his motorcycle and four-wheeler. He was also very good at woodworking. He dearly loved his family and was a proud papa to his two grandsons. He was of the Baptist faith. He was the son of the late James Junior and Mary Diane Colley Johnson. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Jennifer and Robert Pittman of Waycross, and Abby Passmore of Offerman; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Corey and Nicole Johnson of Patterson, and Tyler Passmore of Offerman; two sisters, Tammie (Eddie) Dunnigan and Malinda (John) Graves, all of Patterson; two grandsons, Coen Johnson and Hunter Johnson of Patterson; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Wednesday at Offerman Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Laura Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the home of his sister, Malinda Graves, at 4997 Mary St., Patterson. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Thelma Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 6 November 2009) Sister Thelma Johnson, age 89, a loving and devoted wife and mother was called home to eternal rest on October 5, 2009. Sister Thelma Johnson was born August 26, 1920, in Atkinson County, GA, to the late Willie Gaskins and the late Ida Sharp Gaskins. On December 31, 1938, she was united in marriage to Andy Johnson, Sr.; to this union nine children were born. She was employed by Swift Processing and retired at Nashville Textile after ten years of service. Later she became certified as a nursing assistant and worked other jobs. In 1997, she retired from the poultry industry after thirty-seven years of service. She joined Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church where she attended church faithfully until her health failed. Through the years she served in many roles in her church: Treasurer, Prayer Leader and other positions. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Andy Johnson, Sr. and one son: Jimmie. Thelma is survived by her 8 children: Robert (Christine) Johnson of Englewood, NJ, Hardwrick (Sarah) Johnson of Englewood, NJ, Ottis (Delores) Johnson of College Park, GA, Ida (Freddie) Meyer of Brooklyn, NY, Andy (Kathy) Johnson Jr. of Dublin, GA Carl (Barbara) Johnson of Fayetteville, GA, Brenda Johnson of Nashua, NH and Thelma Wiggins of Willacoochee, GA; 1 daughter-in-law: Mildred Johnson of Pearson, GA; 1 brother: Willie (Emille) Gaskins of Douglas, GA; 3 sisters: Lorene Armstrong of Waycross, GA, Doris Hester of Miami, FL, and Ruth Link of Nashville, GA; 1 brother-in-law: Rosevelt Johnson of Jacksonville, FL; 2 sisters-in-law: Mary Johnson of Jacksonville, FL and Ruby Gaskins of Durham, NC; 1 aunt, Minnie Johnson of Willacoochee, GA; 27 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; and nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Saturday, October 10, 2009 at Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Pearson, GA. Burial followed in the Cross Road Cemetery, Pearson, Georgia. McIver Funeral Home of Douglas, Georgia was in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSON, Theresa Tyre Johnson (Abstracted from the 8 October 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Theresa “Terri” Tyre Johnson, age 62, died Saturday (Oct. 6, 2018) at Orange Park Medical Center of Orange Park, FL, following a sudden illness. She was born in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO, lived most of her early life in Wayne County, and made her home in the Waycross area since 1974. She was preceded in death by her father, James Tyre, a nephew, Caleb Tyre, and grandparents, R.T. and Judy Shetters and Jake and Bula Tyre. She was a 1974 graduate of Wayne County High School and was a former member of O’Quinn Baptist Church near Kville. She was the owner and operator of 74 Oaks. She didn’t limit her work to just one area, she was a woman of many talents. She was a floral designer, artist, creative designer, event and wedding planner, gifted seamstress among many other talents. In working with weddings her goal was to create the perfect day for the bride and groom. She is remembered by her family as loving, compassionate and being a very giving person. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Gary L. Johnson; a daughter, Brandy Johnson Murray; a grandson, Andrew Murray, all of Brantley County; her mother, Dean Tyre of Jesup; two brothers, Jim (Tammie) Tyre of Waycross and Joe Tyre, of Jesup; two nieces, Colbi Tyre (James) Sellers of Waycross, and Mandee Waters of Jesup; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. A memorial service will be Wednesday at Music Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Thomas Etsol Johnson, Sr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 9 January 2018) Thomas Etsol Johnson, Sr., age 82, of Valdosta, died Monday, January 8, 2018 after a brief illness. Mr. Johnson was born in Ashburn on April 29, 1935 to the late William Franklin Johnson, Sr. & Luana Roberts Johnson. The family moved from Ashburn to Valdosta when he was a child. Mr. Johnson attended Valdosta City Schools and graduated from Valdosta High School in 1953. During high school, he was the manager for the Wildcat football team. This would be the beginning of a lifelong and avid devotion to Valdosta Wildcat football. After graduation, he served thirteen years in the National Guard and it wasn’t long 126 before he met the former Margie Ann Cole, from Hahira. They were married in May of 1960, and celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary last year. Early on, Mr. Johnson worked at the Owens Illinois Bag Plant in Clyattville for several years and then in 1966 he went to work for the Southern Railway Company. He would work for Southern, then later as Norfolk Southern Railway, for thirty one years, retiring as a Conductor in 1997. After his retirement from the railroad, he worked for several more years at the Sleep Inn, maintaining the facility. Mr. Johnson was active with the Hahira Historical Society, a member of the United Transportation Union and the Railroad Retirement Club and the Northside Baptist Church where Mr. Johnson had been a faithful and longtime member with his family. Survivors include his wife, Margie Cole Johnson of Valdosta; a daughter and son- n-law, Sonya & Ricky Tucker of Tifton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Tommy & Teresa Johnson of Valdosta and Mark & Donna Johnson of Hahira; six grandchildren, Luke Johnson, Emily Johnson, Sam Tucker, Chase Johnson, Mark Alan Johnson, Cole Johnson. Also surviving is his brother, Robert M. Johnson of Hahira; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Arminda J. Morrison of Atlanta, GA., Betty J. Greene of Rome, GA, Nancy J. & Jack Allen, and Jim Brantley all of Valdosta; and numerous nieces & nephews. Mr. Johnson is preceded in death by a sister, Bea J. Brantley; brother & sisters-in-law, W.F. (Bill) & Gerry Johnson, Peggy Johnson; brothers -n-law and sisters-n-law, L.V. Greene, W. Lamar & Betty Cole, and Virginia Cole and his parents-in-law, Willie P. & Vera Cole. The family would like to express appreciation to his physicians, nurses, caregivers and hospice for their care to Mr. Johnson during his illness. Funeral services for Mr. Johnson will be Friday, January 12, 2018 in the Chapel of Carson McLane Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Friendship Cemetery in Hahira. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Building Our Legacy, c/o Northside Baptist Church, 200 E. Park Avenue, Valdosta, GA 31602 or to the Langdale Hospice House, 2263 Pineview Drive, Valdosta, GA 31602.

JOHNSON, Thomas Morton Johnson Jr. (Abstracted from the November 22, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Thomas Morton “Buster” Johnson Jr., 81, of Blackshear, died Thursday (Nov. 21, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. A lifelong resident of Blackshear, he was born May 26, 1932, to the late Thomas Morton Johnson Sr. and Thelma Smith Johnson. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army and retired in 1991 as a carman with CSX Transportation following more than 39 years of service. He was a member of Brunel Street Church of God in Waycross. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Johnson; 3 sisters, Nell Carter, Marjorie Carter and Rose Johnson; and 2 brothers-in-law, Elton McCutchen and Everette McCutchen. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Norma McCutchen Johnson, of Blackshear; his son, Adrian J. Johnson, of Callahan, FL; his daughter, Tammy (Jeff) Thomas, of Nahunta; 2 granddaughters, Kristen (John) Thomas, of Brunswick, and Magan Thomas, of Grovetown; 1 great-grandson, Garrett Johnson Thomas, of Brunswick; 1 sister, Lillian Johnson, of Blackshear; 3 sisters-in-law, Mary Murray, of Waycross, Connie McCutchen, of Waycross, and Yuriko McCutchen, of Pensacola, FL; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will take place Saturday at Hart Funeral Home in Blackshear. Burial will follow in Waters Cemetery. The family also wishes to acknowledge with sincere appreciation the excellent care provided by the nurses and staff of Baptist Village, the Pierce County Visiting Nurses and the staff of the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of Mayo Clinic. Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Thomas Ryan Johnson (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 20 September 2010) Mr. Thomas Ryan Johnson, age 65, was born June 4, 1945, in Mt. Pleasant, MI to the late Paul Arthur Johnson and Charlotte Marie Holt Johnson. He grew up in Muskegon, MI and graduated from Muskegon High School. On June 25, 1965, he married Dorleen K. Hoffman. He was employed by PCC Airfoils and served as supervisor for several years. Mr. Johnson leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife: Dorleen K. Johnson of Douglas, GA; 2 children: Jeff (Donna) Johnson of Leander, TX and Marueen (Wendel) Fields of Douglas, GA; 5 grandchildren: Stephen, Ryan, Sara, Samantha and Brenden all of Douglas, GA; 2 sisters: Paula (Rich) Siemion of East Lake, MI and Connie Barber of Grand Haven, MI; 3 brothers: Dennis (Jane) Johnson and Bryan (Alice) Johnson both of East Lake, MI and Mike (Pam) Johnson of Grand Haven, MI; sister-in-law: Delores (Jerry) Moss of Newaygo, MI; brother-in-law: Dewayne Hoffman of Fremont, MI; a host of nieces and nephews. Memorial service for Mr. Johnson was Monday, September 6, 2010, at the Chapel of McIver Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Tommy Johnson Jr. (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 23 December 2017) Tommy Johnson, Jr, age 62, of Valdosta, GA passed away December 23, 2017 at South Georgia Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born on December 16, 1955 in Opelika, AL to the late Tommy Johnson and Mary Lizzie (Drake) Johnson. He enjoyed exploring the ocean, fishing and being outdoors. He loved going to church and worshiping. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sister; Deborah Johnson, and brother; Michael Johnson. Survivors include his wife, Angela Johnson of Valdosta, GA; step-son, Jesse Fuentes of Indianapolis, IN; step-daughter, Chantel Fuentes of Danville, IN; step-son, Elijah 127

Fuentes of Valdosta, GA; sister, Patricia Johnson of Decatur, GA; brother, Nathaniel & Pat Johnson of Lithonia, GA; brother, Reginald Johnson of Decatur, GA; uncle, Charlie Drake of Decatur, GA; aunt, Virginia Hodge of Opelika, AL; aunt, Mamie Buckanon of Opelika, AL; niece, Monique Johnson; several other nieces, nephews and extended family members. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 30, 2017 in the Valdosta chapel of Music Funeral Services with cremation to follow.

JOHNSON, Tina Michelle Thrift Johnson (Abstracted from the 6 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Tina Michelle Thrift Johnson, age 48, of Waycross, passed away Wednesday (July 4, 2018) in Waycross from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born in Folkston, she was the daughter of Rachel Virginia Crews Byrd of Homerville, and the late Lonell Thrift. She was also preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Isaac Thrift and Ethel Thrift, and her maternal grandparents, Rachel Cason and Owen Allbritton. She was a seamstress and of the Christian faith. She loved fishing, spending time with her family, writing and reading the Bible. Survivors include her son and a daughter-in-law, Barry and Shelby Dasher of Hoboken; a daughter and son-in-law, Rachelle and Jody Thigpen of Hoboken; seven grandchildren, Isaiah Dasher, Isaac Dasher, Sailor Dasher, Memphis Dasher, Sadie Thigpen, Jared Thigpen and Rayden Harden; her mother, Rachel Byrd of Homerville; her biological mother, Deloris Lovell of Blackshear; three brothers and a sister-in-law, Steve Thrift of Helen, Kevin and Rose Thrift of Hickox, and Jamie Lovell of Blackshear; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Rebecca Harris (Chris Maynes), of Hoboken, Chrissy Batten of Hoboken, Susan Zunigia of Hickox, and Lorean and Carlton Hunt of Blackshear; a special cousin, Kathy Cicioroa of Waycross; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be held Saturday at Bethlehem Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JOHNSON, Valiene Sirmans Johnson (Abstracted from the 19 August 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Valiene Sirmans Johnson, age 80, of Blackshear, passed away Wednesday (Aug. 17, 2016) at her residence. Born in Pearson June 10, 1936, she lived all over the world with her late husband throughout his military career. She lived in Pierce County since 1975. In addition to being a devoted military wife, Mrs. Johnson had also been a homemaker. She loved to work in her yards, shop and bake all sorts of cakes, brownies and cookies. She was of the Baptist faith and dearly loved her children and grandchildren. She was a daughter of the late Roy Oscar Sirmans and Beatrice Davis Sirmans Cowart. She was also preceded in death by her step-father, Lester Cowart, her husband, Lynwood Lewis Johnson, and by a grandson-in-law, Jonathan Bennett. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Scott Wainwright of Blackshear; three sons and daughters- in-law, Mike and Pam Johnson of Waycross, Greg and Liz Johnson of Waco, TX, and Bob and Susan Johnson of Blackshear; 17 grandchildren, Mandy Stokes, Jake Holton, Lyn (Ashley) Day, Ashley (Angie) Stokes, Bryan Stokes, Tenesa (Charlie) Lightsey, Kate Wainwright, Austin Stokes, Rachel Wainwright, Chris Johnson, Steven (Holly) Johnson, David (Sy) Johnson, Gregory Johnson, Ryan Johnson, Rob Johnson, Connor Johnson and Caitlyn Johnson; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment will be in the Blackshear Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

JOHNSON, Verdell W. Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald February 3, 2012) HOMERVILLE- A homegoing celebration for Deaconess Verdell Williams Johnson, 85, of Homerville, who died Tuesday (Jan. 31, 2012), will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ, 711 W. Forrest Ave., Homerville. The church pastor, Elder Alonzo Miller, will deliver words of comfort. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. The body will lie in state Sunday at the church from 12:30 p.m. until the hour of service. She was born March 8, 1926 in Lanier County, the oldest of eight children of the late James Henry Williams and Estella Royal Williams. She received her formal education from the Lanier County public school system and later in her adult life attended cosmetology school in Jacksonville, Fla. At an early age, she moved to Homerville where she lived until her death. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ozell Johnson Sr., and five children. She joined Morning Star Baptist Church at an early age and in later years became a faithful member of Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ where she served as a deaconess, on the missionary board and on the trustee board. She was a longtime and dedicated member of the Eastern Star Goodman Chapel No. 282, Homerville, where she served as Worthy Matron. Those left to cherish her memories include a daughter, Mozell J. Thompson (Billy), of Homerville; a son, Ozell Johnson Jr., of Stockton, Calif.; two sisters, Carol Mae Russell, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Altamese Spearman, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; a brother, Alphonso Williams, of Lakeland; a sister-inlaw, Barbara Jean Williams, of Dublin; 24 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 22 greatgreat-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the Johnson residence, 195 Reddick St. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

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JOHNSON, Verdell Williams Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia February 8, 2012) Deaconess Verdell Williams Johnson, 85, of Homerville, died Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at Clinch Memorial Hospital after an illness. She was born March 8, 1926 in Lanier County, the oldest of eight children to the late James Henry Williams and Estell Royal Williams. She received her formal education from the Lanier County Public School System and later in her adult life attended cosmetology school in Jacksonville, Fla. At an early age she moved to Homerville where she lived until her death. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ozell Johnson Sr. and five children. She joined Morning Star Baptist Church at an early age and in later years became a faithful member of Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ where she served as a deaconess, on the missionary board and on the trustee board. She was a longtime and dedicated member of the Eastern Star Goodman Chapel No. 282, Homerville, where she served as Worthy Matron.Survivors include a daughter, Mozell J. Thompson (Billy) of Homerville; a son, Ozell Johnson Jr. of Stockton, Cailf.; two sisters, Carol Mae Russell of Jacksonville, Fla. and Altamese Spearman of St. Petersburg, Fla.; a brother, Alphonso Williams of Lakeland; a sister-in-law, Barbara Jean Williams of Dublin; 24 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 22 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. A home going celebration was held Sunday, February 5, 2012 at Prayer Garden Church of God in Christ. Elder Alonzo Miller delivered words of comfort. Interment was in Pine Forest Cemetery. Fluker Funeral Home served the Johnson family.

JOHNSON, Vickie Johnson (Abstracted from the 6 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A memorial service for Vickie Johnson will be held Wednesday at Waresboro Baptist Church, 2376 North Clough Bay Road. Friends and loved ones who would like to pay their respects to her and to say goodbye are invited to attend.

JOHNSON, Virginia Justine Johnson (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 6 November 2015) Perry: Virginia Justine Johnson, age 85, Perry, FL, died Nov. 6, 2015, at her residence in Perry. She is the daughter of the late Marion H. Gaffney and Annie Combee. She was a homemaker, and had lived in Perry since 1998 coming to Perry from Suwannee County. She is a member of Pine Grove Church of God in Live Oak. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Rev. George David Johnson. She has three surviving sons: James M. Johnson, Billy Stephen Johnson, and Timmy Lee Johnson all three of Perry. Two sons, Perry David Johnson and Richard Bruce also pre-ceased her. She leaves a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be Monday, Nov. 9, 2015 at Beggs Perry Chapel.

JOHNSON, Walter H. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 26, 1960) Walter H. Johnson, 73, of Cherry Lake, died Wednesday at Madison County Memorial Hospital after an extended illness. He was a native of Columbus, GA but had been living retired at Cherry Lake since 1952. He was a graduate of Georgia School of Technology and a retired mechanical engineer. He was a communicant of St. Vincent de Paul’s Catholic Church in Madison. Survivors include his wife Mrs. Gertrude S. Johnson; one son, Walter H. Johnson of Pensacola; two daughters, Mrs. R. K. Fielder of Cherry Lake and Mrs. Paul T. Wilson of Valdosta, and ten grandchildren. Interment will be in Cherry Lake Cemetery. Editor Elmer’s note: Mr. Johnson is buried at Cherry Lake Baptist Church Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Walter James Johnson (Abstracted from the September 6, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” The time and season for the death of Walter James Johnson was Tuesday (Sept. 3, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. Affectionately known as “J.J.,” he was born Sept. 2, 1930 to the late Jerome Johnson Sr. and Willie Mae Johnson in Pearson. He received his formal education in Atkinson County and later was employed by CSX Railroad, from which he retired. He was a member of House of God Church in Willacoochee. He was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Laura Johnson, Ruby Landers and Johnnie Mae Life, and 4 brothers, Calvin Johnson, Clarence Johnson, Jerome Johnson and Roscoe Johnson Sr. He leaves to celebrate his life and cherish his memories, his wife of 60 years, Christine Johnson; 6 children, Gloria (Robert) Eason, Carol (Pastor John) Moss, Jimmy Johnson, all of Waycross, Barbara (William) Tucker, of Douglas, Pastor Ronald (Peggy) Johnson and Willie (Dorothy) Johnson, both of Willacoochee; 4 brothers, Leroy Johnson, of Pearson, Raymond Johnson and Willie Roy Johnson, both of Miami, FL, and Donald Johnson, of Douglas; five sisters, Stella (Thomas) Edward and Mary Sanders, both of Pearson, Juanita (R.B.) Givens, of Daytona, FL, Gloria Jean Johnson, of Miami, FL, and Barbara Tucker, of Douglas; 14 grandchildren; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Church of Christ Written In Heaven, 617 Blackwell St. Burial and committal services will follow at Oakland Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at 3419 Central Ave. Calls are being 129 received at the family residence. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Perry Brothers Funeral Home, 1100 Ossie Davis Parkway, Waycross.

JOHNSON, Wayne Johnson – Death Announcement (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/02/wayne-johnson/) Mr. Wayne Johnson, age 70, Valdosta, departed this walk of life on February 7, 2019. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date by Harrington Funeral Home.

JOHNSON, Weta Bailey Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 28 April 2017) Mrs. Weta Bailey Johnson, age 78, died April 23, 2017 in Jacksonville, FL. She was born in Polk County, FL and had lived in Lee, FL before moving to Jacksonville eight years ago. She is survived by one daughter, Judy (Timothy) Purvis, Jacksonville, FL, three sisters, Peggy Scott, Jacksonville, Josephine Lane, Fleming Island, FL, and Loretta Baxter, Port St. Joe, FL; three grandchildren, Jamie Muyres, Orange Park, FL, Timothy Purvis, Jr. Jacksonville, Matthew Purvis, Jacksonville, FL; four great- grandchildren, Ryger, Bishop, Maxeen, and Lucy Muyres. A graveside service will be held Friday, April 28, 2017 at Blue Springs Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Lee, FL. Beggs Funeral Home in Madison is serving the family.

JOHNSON, William B. Johnson (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 29, 1953) William B. Johnson, a lifelong resident of Madison County, died Sunday May 24th in the local hospital after a short illness. He was 85 years old and was living retired at the time of his death. Survivors are his wife, one son, John W. Johnson, both of Madison, and one grandson, John F. Johnson, of Jacksonville. Funeral services were held Tuesday in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JOHNSON, William Douglas Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Feb 8th, 2012 William Douglas Johnson, age 76, died Sunday, January 29, 2011, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, Ga. He retired from AT&T and moved to Madison in May 2011 from Valdosta, Ga. He attended First Baptist Church in Madison. Survivors include his wife, Sally K. Johnson of Madison; one daughter, Willa Branham (Mark) of Madison; two sons, Douglas Johnson (Joyce) of Middleburg and Jeffrey Johnson of Kennesaw, Ga.; grandchildren, Marcia Bass (Donnie) of Madison, Donna Larson (Eric) of Middleburg, Stephen Johnson (Vanessa) of Jacksonville and Wendy Anderson (Kevin) of Madison; great-grandchildren, Gavin, Camryn and Megan Bass and Ian, Austin, Larson and Marissa Johnson; two brothers, Gregory Stewart and William R. Stewart, both of Norton, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to South Georgia Medical Center or American Heart Association.

JOHNSON, William Edward Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 14, 2009) HOMERVILLE - William "Bill" Edward Johnson, 62, passed away Sunday evening (July 12, 2009) at his residence. He was born Sept. 26, 1946, in Columbus, to the late Robert Jerry Johnson and Bessie Mae Boutwell Johnson. He was retired from the U. S. Air Force after 20 years. During active duty, he spent 14-and-a-half years in Arabia, five years at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, one year at Robins Air Force Base and had tours of duty at MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa; Thailand; Holloman, N. M., Hongu, Germany; Colorado Springs, Colo., Bettsbridge, Germany; Luke Air Force Base; and Phenix City, Ala. He was also employed by Tim Co. AirDynamics, of Lake City, Fla. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Henry E. "Pee Wee" Johnson and Robert L. "Bit" Johnson. Survivors are his wife, Betty Brown Johnson, of Homerville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Toni and Johnny Holbrook, of Nashville, and Teresa and Mike Corbitt, of Manor; a son and daughter-in-law, Bob and Niecey Johnson; a sister and brother-inlaw, Geretha J. and David L. Greer, of Kingsport, Tenn.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry L. Johnson, of Salem, Ala., and Charles E. and Ann Johnson, of Spring Hill, Tenn., Beatrice Johnson, of Seffner, Fla., Marcella Johnson, of Tampa, Fla.; seven grandchildren and their spouses, Eddie and Buffy Holbrook, of Nashville, Crystal and Bruce Clisby, of Tampa, Fla., Becky Holbrook, of Nashville, Jennifer and Austin Deloach, of Homerville, Tiffney and Justin Starling, of Waycross, Michael and Christy Corbitt, of Manor, and Josh Lee, of DuPont; seven great-grandchildren, Alora Gail Deloach, Kenlee Deloach, Hoss Holbrook, Joci Holbrook, Drew Starling, Paris Starling and Gracie Corbitt; and several other relatives. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 4 p.m. at Homerville FreeWill Baptist Church. Internment will be in the North Cemetery, DuPont. The family will receive friends at Roundtree Funeral Home today from 7 until 9 p.m. The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to service. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Johnson family.

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(Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 4, 1966) William Monroe Johnson of Pinetta, age 36, died Sunday from injuries received in an automobile wreck near Madison. He was a member of Ochlawilla Baptist Church. He was employed at the Jack Woodward garage in Pinetta as a mechanic and truck driver. Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Johnson of Pinetta; one sister, Mrs. Marie Hammond, of Wilmington, DE; four brothers, Frank Johnson, Donald Johnson and Elmer Johnson, all three of Madison and Lloyd Johnson of Clyattville, GA; four aunts, Mrs. Johnnie McClamma of Madison; Mrs. Cora Lee Holton of Texas; Mrs. Ila Snyder of Holstein, FL and Mrs. Carrie Carter of Perry; and twelve nieces and nephews. The funeral services were held Tuesday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Mt. Horeb Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

JOHNSON, Wilson Johnson (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 17 February 2017) Mr. Wilson Johnson, age 74, of Quitman passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at Langdale Hospice House. Mr. Johnson was born January 1, 1943 to the late Murray & Myrtle Lee Washington Johnson. Mr. Johnson retired from the railroad with Norfolk Southern. Survivors include his children, Bill (Cami) Johnson of Savannah, David T. (Leslie) Johnson of Athens, and Christine Johnson of Morven; grandchildren, Claire Johnson, Wilson Johnson, Isabella Johnson, Sophia Johnson, Tumelo Johnson, Yonah Johnson, and Gracelyn; one brother, Murray Johnson of Pinetta, FL and two sisters, Virginia (Michael) Sullivan of Florida and Billie Johnson of Quitman. Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his wife, Merie Jamerson Johnson. A graveside service will be Saturday at Elam Church Cemetery. Maxwell-Miller Funeral Home in Quitman, GA has been entrusted with the services.

JOHNSON, Wordell Johnson (Abstracted from the 6 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Wordell Johnson, age 86, of Blackshear, passed away Wednesday (Jan. 4, 2017) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross with his sister, Annether J. Platt, at his bedside. The funeral will be Saturday at Union Chapel Baptist Church, 3552 Pine Road in Mershon. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. He was born in Surrency to the late Richard and Lillie Mae Aldridge Johnson. Later in life he relocated to Brooklyn, NY where he retired as a bus driver for the public transportation system in Brooklyn. Once retired he relocated to Blackshear and lived with his sister. He loved bowling and won many trophies for his talent. Preceding him in death other than his parents were siblings, Ben Johnson, Edward Lee Johnson, Otis Johnson, Sally Haze, Ison Johnson, Richard Johnson and Ruby Johnson. He leaves to cherish his memories a loving and devoted sister, Annether J. Platt of Blackshear; a brother-in-law, Alphonso; cousin, Claretha Chestnut; a special little girl, Hope Guyton; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSON, Yvonne Johnson (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 6, 2007) Yvonne Johnson, 93, of Valdosta, formerly of Waycross passed away Sunday (Nov. 4, 2007) at Heritage House Nursing Home after a brief illness. She was born on July 12, 1914 in Glynn County to the late Lloyd and Ethel (Cothern) Crews. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Julian Welch Sr. Survivors include two sons and daughter-in-law, Bob Welch, of Valdosta, and John and Barbara Welch, of Charleston, WV; grandsons, Jay and Annette Welch, of Gainesville, FL, Mike and Rose Welch, of Sissonville, WV, Joe and Lisa Welch, serving as missionaries in Africa, granddaughters, Jennie W. and Howard Curry, Sissonville, WV, Stacy and Chris Arquillo, of Valdosta; great-grandsons, Robert Myers, Charles Myers, MacKenzie Welch and Corey Welch; great-granddaughters, Sammantha Welch, Margaret Welch, Jenna Curry, Juliana Welch, Isabella and Elliana Arquillo; a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Riverview Memorial Gardens. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Johnson family.

JOHNSON, Wyndell Johnson (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 28 August 2020) Wyndell “Wendy” Johnson, age 81, of Union City, passed away Friday, August 21, 2020. Wendy was born in Valdosta, GA on May 4, 1939. A wild child and a rule-breaker to boot, she preferred climbing trees and rough-housing with her older brother to playing with dolls. She loved her dogs and riding horses. She looked up to her daddy, and spent her early years watching him work and wanting to be like him, picking up a collection of skills and odd knowledge along the way. After graduating from Valdosta High School in 1957, she took those skills and all that odd knowledge and became a certifiable “jack of all trades.” She spent her years working as a bartender, a sales person, a receptionist, and even an EKG technician for a time. Whatever she did, she was good at it. She could sell hair care products to a bald man. Her customers adored her and became her friends. While she had a dozen stories to tell about every job she ever worked, the highlight of her life was managing Grego’s restaurant in Valdosta. The only job she ever loved more was being a mother and a grandmother. Wendy had three children and three grandchildren of her own, and she was uniquely proud of each of them. She bragged about little else in her life, but for them 131 she made an exception. Wendy was a dancer (specifically, a jitterbugger), a storyteller, a jokester, a smart aleck, and a firecracker. She loved to reminisce on her days spent living in Chicago and Nashville, but Valdosta always had her heart. Even in her final days, she still missed tending bar. She still argued about her real age. She still came ready with a wisecrack and a quick-witted joke. And even when her memories began to betray her, she never forgot where she came from or the people that mattered to her most. Wendy was preceded in death by her father, Loy Clanton, her mother, Maisie Kirkland, her brother, Laverne Clanton, and her sons, Tom and Ted Ringos. She lives on through her loving and devoted daughter, Tesa Johnson Brasher, and her three treasured grandchildren, Ashton, John, and Jackie. A memorial service will be at Carson McLane Funeral Home. The family requests that masks be worn at all services and social distancing be maintained. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Georgia Alzheimer’s Association act.alz.org/donate in Wendy’s name.

JOHNSON-BARFIELD, Eartha Mae Johnson-Barfield (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder 4 April 2014) Eartha Mae Johnson-Barfield, a homemaker, died Thursday March 27 in Madison. Funeral services are scheduled Saturday April 5 at Damascus Missionary Baptist Church in Madison, with burial following at the St. Luke Cemetery in Madison. She was a loving and devoted mother of 6 children and leaves them cherished memories. Her survivors are her children, Dorothy Herring-Lee of St. Petersburg, William Ware Jr., of Greenville, Bessie Simmons of St. Petersburg and Louise Ware of St. Petersburg; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Two children preceded her in death: Collie James Ware and Lucinda Ware. Ganzy Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. (850-973-3267).

JOHNSTON. B. David Johnston (Abstracted from the May 23, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) David Johnston, age 93, died Wednesday (May 21, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a brief illness. He was a native of LaGrange, but lived most of his life in Waycross. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Dyson “Bess” Johnston, and his mother, Lovie Sharpe Johnston. He was the retired owner of Johnston Studio Photography and served during World War II in the Marine Corps. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Alee Shrine Temple, the Waycross Masonic Lodge No. 305 F&AM, the Moose Lodge and was charter member of the Georgia Professional Photographers Association. He was former member of the Waycross Exchange Club. Survivors include 1 daughter, Shannon (Michael) O’Berry, of Waycross; 1 son, John (Bea) Johnston, of Burlington, NC; his grandchildren, Christopher and Cindy Sparry, Shannon and Brandon Long and Matthew Johnston; his great-grandchildren, Alexis Sparry, Victoria Sparry, Brooke Sparry and RiLee Long; 2 brothers, Thomas Johnston, of Waycross, Ron Johnston, of Shreveport, LA; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.

JOHNSTON, Billy Joe Johnston (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 5, 2008) HOMERVILLE - Billy Joe Johnston, 60, passed away Monday (Nov. 3, 2008) at the Veterans Medical Center, of Lake City, FL. He was born Aug. 15, 1948, in Clinch County, to the late Johnny Will Johnston Sr. and Rzona Deen Johnston. He was employed by DuPont Yard in the post mill. He was a member of the Buzzard Bay Hunting Club and was Baptist by faith. He was also preceded in death by one brother, Bobby Johnston. Survivors include his wife, Judy McMillian Johnston, of Homerville; two daughters and a son-in-law, Caroline and Wesley Roundtree and Julie Johnston, all of Homerville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Billy M. and Jennifer Johnson, of Homerville, and Jim Bo and Connie Cox, of Savannah; one sister, Jann Stalvey, of Homerville; one brother and sister-in-law, Johnny W. and Connie Johnston Jr., of Homerville; seven grandchildren; and several other relatives. A funeral will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. at DuPont Full Gospel Mission Church. Internment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Johnston family.

JOHNSTON, Gene Authur Johnston, Sr. (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL August 7th, 2014) On August 1, 2014 the Lord called Gene Authur Johnston, Sr., age 62, home for his eternal rest. He was born on May 18, 1952 to the late Orbie and Grace Johnston. Gene graduated from Arkansas High before serving in the United States Army, where he received an Honorable Discharge in 1974. He was a self-employed contractor until his untimely death. He leaves behind to mourn his passing 3 sons, Daniel Johnston of Detroit, MI, Gene Johnston, Jr. of Mound House, NV, and Jesse Johnston of Ashdown, AR; 1 daughter, Amber Johnston of Ashdown, AR; and 5 grandchildren; 5 brothers, Raymond (Joyce) Johnston of Doddridge AR, O. L. (Teresa) Johnston of Texarkana, AR, Ray (Barbara) Johnston of Texarkana AR, Dave (Kay) Johnston of Doddridge, AR, and John Dale Johnston of Swansboro, NC; 4 sisters, Thelma Johnston of Texarkana, AR, Fay (Wayne) McClain of Texarkana, AR, Judy (Malvin) McKinney of Fouke, AR, and Syble (Gary) Clark of Texarkana, AR; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Gene was proceeded in death by his brother Curtis Johnson and sister Lucille Clayton. A local memorial service with military 132 honors was held on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at the Monticello Community Temple Church Of God In Christ, 630 East Holly Street, Monticello, FL 32344. Another memorial service will be held Monday, August 11, 2014 at Life House Church, 915 East Street in Texarkana, AR. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fisher House, P.O. Box 358296, Gainesville, Florida 32635.

JOHNSTON, Johnny Will Johnston Jr. (Abstracted from the 21 July 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Johnny Will “Coonie” Johnston Jr., age 67, passed away Thursday (July 20, 2017) in the South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, surrounded by his loving family, following a short illness. He was born Jan. 2, 1950 in Homerville, to the late Johnny Will Johnston Sr., and Rzona Deen Johnston. He was a supervisor at Mulch Manufacturing Company retiring after 37 years on Dec. 31, 2016. He was of the Baptist faith and was a coach for the Clinch County Recreation Department. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Bobby Johnston and Billy Johnston, and one sister, Jan Johnston Stalvey. Survivors are his wife, Debbie Booth Johnston, Homerville; one daughter, Rachel Johnston, Homerville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Johnny Edward (Beth) Johnston, Dixie Union, and John Bradley (Ashley) Johnston, High Springs, FL; three grandchildren, Payton Corley, Gregory Lacey Jr. and Daiton Lacey; three great-grandchildren, Emma, Ella and Brooks Corley; a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Sunday at Cornerstone Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOHNSTON, Dr. Joyce Ann Johnston (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 16, 2009) Dr. Joyce Ann Johnston, 82, of Blackshear, formerly of Douglas, passed away Tuesday (Jan. 13,2009). A native of Winnipeg, Canada, she was born June 1, 1926, the daughter of the late Thomas Henry and Victoria Irene Yuill Johnston. She was a doctor of psychology and worked at the state prison system in Waycross as a counselor. She was a teacher at South Georgia College and had a private practice in her earlier life. She is survived by a son, Timothy Yuill Johnston; and a friend and caretaker with whom she lived, Cheryl Russell, of Blackshear. The body was entombed at Dixie Mausoleum at Douglas City Cemetery Wednesday. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JOHNSTON, Rzona Deen Johnston (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald November 25, 2006) HOMERVILLE - Rzona Deen Johnston, 78, passed away Friday (Nov. 24, 2006) in the South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, following an extended illness. She was born Aug. 31, 1928 in Ware County to the late Jessie James Deen and Roxie Waters Deen. She attended the Baptist Church and was the widow of Johnny Will Johnston Sr. She was preceded in death by one son, Bobby Johnston, and a special friend, Clayton Pittman. Survivors are one daughter, Jann Stalvey, Homerville; two sons, Billy Johnston, Travisville, GA, and Johnny W. "Conie" Johnston Jr., Homerville; 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and several other relatives. Services for Mrs. Johnston will be held Sunday at three o'clock at the Lighthouse Assembly of God. Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery. The body will remain at the funeral home where the family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8. The body will be carried to the church one hour prior to the services. Roundtree Funeral Home, 240 E. Dame Ave., Homerville, is serving the Johnston family.

JOHNSTON, William Johnston (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 8, 1950) William Johnston, aged about 50, of Thomaston, GA, died Sunday in an Atlanta hospital after a two weeks’ illness. He was a brother of Mrs. R. H. Rose of this city. Funeral services were held in Thomaston on Wednesday. Survivors include his wife, two sons and two daughters. Judge and Mrs. Rowe left Monday to attend the funeral.

JOHNSTONE, Jeanne Johnstone (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, February 2, 2014) Jeanne Johnstone, age 89, of Perry, died Sunday, February 2, 2014 at Lafayette Health Care in Mayo. Jeanne was born February 29, 1924 in Geneva, AL, to the late Dan and Mary (Nash) Roach. Mrs. Johnstone was preceded in death by her son Daniel Frederick Johnstone. Mrs. Johnstone was of the Episcopalian faith and was a member of St. James Episcopal Church in Perry. She was a veteran of the United States Navy. In her spare time she was involved with the auxiliary at the hospital and enjoyed volunteering her time there. She was also a member of the Perry Women's Club. She is survived by her husband Frank, of Perry, FL, and her step-son William Johnstone of North Carolina, and numerous nieces and nephews in Milton, FL. A memorial service will be held at St James Episcopal Church on Thursday, February 6, 2014. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home. 133

JOINER, Betty Bennett Joiner (Abstracted from the 24 September 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Betty Bennett Joiner, age 84, died Monday (Sept. 22, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following an extended illness. She was a native of Waycross and lived most of her life in Ware County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Henry Joiner, and her parents, Clyde Bennett and Lois Morgan Bennett. Survivors include 1 son, Jerry (Letha) Joiner, of Waycross; 3 daughters, Margie (Ken) Hickox, and Diane Peagler, both of Waycross, Carolyn (Dennis) Aldridge, of Blackshear; 8 grandchildren, Tammy (James) Sills, Bobby (Janet) Joiner, Amy (Steve) Kocher, Amber Steverson, Mark (Beth) Aldridge, Luccas Aldridge, Samuel Aldridge and Kristen (Jeff) Bush; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Keith Bennett, of Waycross; 1 sister, Phyllis Howell, of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Thursday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in Zion Hill Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.

JOINER, Carolyn Sadler Watts Joiner (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 27 May 2019) Carolyn Sadler Watts Joiner, age 73, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2019 at Pelham Parkway Nursing Home. Funeral Services will be held at Union Hill Primitive Baptist Church. Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. She will be laid to rest at the Union Hill Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Joiner was born on December 24, 1945 to the late Frank E. Sadler & Willie Mae Carroll Sadler in Pelham, GA. She married Ronny L. Joiner, Sr., who survives. She retired from Archbold Memorial Hospital as a Unit Secretary and was a member of Forest Acres Full Gospel Church. Survivors include her husband, Ronny L. Joiner, Sr., of Thomasville, children, Arthur R. Cooper III of Thomasville, Machelle Beason (Wesley) of Thomasville, Julie Cameron (Jerry) of Pelham, GA, Taffinie Coley (Curtis) of Cairo, GA, Barry Joiner (Stacy) of Lakeland, GA, Robert Watts (Toni) of Houston, TX, 14 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, brothers, Ed Sadler (Joanne) of Cairo, GA, Wendell Sadler of Tallahassee, FL, sister, Earlene Blackstone of Perry, GA, and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank & Willie Mae Sadler, a son, James Clarence Franklin "Buckie" Watts, and a host of brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

JOINER, Edward George Joiner Jr. (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 3 June 2019) Edward George Joyner, Jr., age 66, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2019 in Keystone Heights, FL. Funeral services were Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison. Interment was held at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, Florida. He was born in Greenville and graduated from Greenville High School in 1970. Edward had lived in Keystone Heights since 2000. He was a member of St. Johns Baptist Church there. He enjoyed fishing, Gator football, softball, basketball, and baseball. He is survived by his wife, Lynn Joyner, of Keystone Heights; two sons, Ed Joyner (Lark) of Valdosta, GA, Jordan Joyner of Keystone Heights; one daughter, Dawn Barker (Wally) of Loganville, GA; one brother; Walter Joyner (Suk) of Melbourne, FL; four sisters, Gussie J. Alwood (John) of Orange Park, FL, Julia Hughes (Jack) of Orange Park, FL, Darlene Hagan (Jack) of Greenville, FL, and Janet Fry (Everett) of Orange Park, FL., and six grandchildren, Kelsey, Emily, William, Faith, Sarah, and Anna.

JOINER, Elouise Joiner (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 7 October 2014) Mrs. Elouise Joiner, age 78, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2014, at Morris Hospice Facility in Jacksonville, FL, following an extended illness. Mrs. Joiner was born on September 29, 1935, in Douglas, GA, to the late William Hersey and Elizabeth Spivey Hersey. Survivors include her 2 sons, Jerry (ThiNeu) Hursey and Ray (Connie) Hursey both of Jacksonville, FL; 1 daughter, Brenda (Randy) Evans of Jacksonville, FL; 1 brother, Virgil Hersey of Douglas, GA; 1 granddaughter, Salena Hursey; 3 grandsons, Daniel Hursey, Kevin Hursey, and James Roberts; 1 great grandson, Thomas Stillwell; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Joiner. Funeral service was held Tuesday, September 16, 2014, at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Harrell Grove Church Cemetery.

JOINER, Emily Clara Joiner (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 10 September 2017) Emily Clara (Taylor) Joiner, age 83, of Valdosta, GA, formerly of Jacksonville, FL passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville, GA. She was born in Jacksonville, FL to Norman S. and Claral Taylor. She was a member of the Class of 1951 at Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, FL. She retired as an Administrative Assistant from the Jacksonville Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta after 35 years. She moved from Jacksonville, FL to Valdosta, GA in 2001 and she was an active member of Civitan International for over 30 years. Mrs. Joiner was a member of Grace Community Chapel in Valdosta. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Joiner; her brother, 134

Norman W. Taylor; niece, Denise Irby Baskin, and a brother-in-law, Otto D. Irby. Survivors include her sister, Marcelies T. Irby of Valdosta, GA; sister-in-law, Kay F. Taylor of Red Rock, TX; nieces, Linda Irby (Bill) Sidener of Milledgeville, GA; Redetha Irby (Warren) Jernstad of Des Moines, IA; Kimberly T. (Rodney) Cordick of Red Rock, TX, Kelly Taylor of Temple, TX; nephews, Dennis (Shirley) Irby of Valdosta, GA, Gary (Cindy) Irby of Stockbridge, GA, Ryan (Tonya) Taylor of Whitehouse, TX, David (Cindy) Taylor of Austin, TX; and many great nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be Monday, September 18, 2017 at Riverside Memorial Park, 7242 Normandy Boulevard in Jacksonville, FL. The Joiner/Irby family is being cared for by the compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services in Valdosta, GA.

JOINER, Gertrude J. Callahan Joiner and child (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 24, 1942) The death angel carried Mrs. John T. Joiner’s soul to the beautiful home of rest last Thursday afternoon about six-thirty o’clock. Also the angel took her little baby with her. She leaves a heart-broker husband and three children and a sister, Eula Anderson, of Greenville and a brother, E. W. Callahan of Live Oak besides other relatives. Mrs. Gertrude J. Callahan Joiner was born November 13, 1907, near Greenville and lived in Georgia and Florida all of her life. She was a Christian hearted wife and mother and belonged to the Missionary Baptist Church.

JOINER, J. M. Joiner (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 10, 1959) J. M. Joiner, age 75, died Saturday April 4 at his home at Cherry Lake after an extended illness. He was a retired farmer. He was a native of Cook County, GA but had lived in the Cherry Lake community for a number of years. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Eula Griffin Joiner, of Cherry Lake; three daughters, Mrs. B. C. Howell and Mrs. A. B. Plymel, both of Moultrie, GA; and Erma Jean Tison, of Cherry Lake; seven sons, Charley Joiner, of St. Petersburg; Joe Brown, of Miami; Jimmie, of Plant City; Leo, of Valdosta; Rudolph, of Chattahoochee; S. T., of Meigs, GA; and Rosyer Joiner, Quitman; two brothers, John Joiner, of Lenox, GA and Needom Joiner, of Sparks, GA; twenty grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren. Services were held Monday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Hill Cemetery at Quitman.

JOINER, James Marion Joiner, Jr. (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 10, 1965) James Marion Joiner, Jr., age 55, a Cherry Lake resident for 18 years, died in the Tallahassee hospital after a brief illness. He was born in Colquitt County, GA and had lived in Moultrie, GA and Madison for a number of years. He had been a farmer most of his life. Survivors include his mother, Mrs. J. M. Joiner, Sr., of Cherry Lake; three sisters, Mrs. Eloise Howell and Mrs. A. B. Plymel, both of Moultrie and Mrs. Erma Jean Tison of Cherry Lake; and five brothers, John Brown Joiner of Lake Wales; Leo Joiner of Valdosta; S. T. Joiner of Thomasville; Rudolph Joiner of Chattahoochee and Rosyer Joiner of Quitman; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery at Quitman.

JOINER, James Otis Joiner (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 6 August 2020) James (Jim) Otis Joiner, age 76, formerly of Fairbanks, AK, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020 in Cairo, GA. Jim was born September 16, 1943 in Atmore, AL, the son of Hazel Gooch. Jim served 4 years in the U.S. Air Force at Eielson A.F.B. Alaska. This is when Jim met the love of his life Connie Gobbi. Jim and Connie were married on June 28, 1963 in Fairbanks, AK where they continued to live. Jim an entrepreneur of several businesses owned and operated a gold mine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Jim was an active member of the church there as well. Jim and Connie moved to Cairo, GA in 2006. Jim was an active member of Eastside Baptist Church in Cairo, GA. He loved to cook and spend time with family and friends. He was known to be happy as well as a joker by those who knew him. Jim is survived by his wife, Connie Joiner of Cairo, GA, children, Kevin Joiner of Cairo, GA and Rodney (Amy) Joiner of Deltona, FL, and 4 grandchildren.

JOINER, Jeanette Adams Joiner (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 27 April 2010) Mrs. Jeanette Adams Joiner, age 67, of Douglas passed away Sunday, April 18, 2010, at her residence, following an extended illness. Mrs. Joiner, a native of Coffee County, was a retired Seamstress of Spectrum Apparel Corp. She was the daughter of the late Henry Adams and the late Clarine Harper Adams, and the wife of the late Aubrey Joiner. She was a member of the Iron Road Holiness Church. Survivors include: children: Mitchell Thompson, Walter Lee Joiner and Janice Ventura, all of Douglas, GA; brothers: Hamp Adams, and Dennis Adams, both of Douglas, GA; sister: Willie Dean Jacobs of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren: Brandon Joiner, Tommy Harrell, Justin Harrell, Isabella Bustos, Gerado Bustos, Laura Bustos, Jose Sanchez 135

Ventura, and Juan Vega Ventura, all of Douglas, GA, Jeremy Taylor of Alma, GA, Misty Thompson of Broxton, GA; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services were Tuesday, April 20, 2010, at Ricketson Funeral Home. The interment followed in the Vickers Rural Cemetery, near Ambrose.

JOINER, John Joiner (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA January 4, 2015) John Joiner, age 74, of Stockton passed away Sunday, January 4, 2015 in the SGMC Lakeland villas. He was born in Marianna, FL on August 29, 1940 to the late William and Mary Peach Joiner. Mr. Joiner worked as a service Manager for Toyota for many years before his health began to decline. He was a member of the Naylor Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Margie Broadwell Joiner, of Stockton, GA; daughter & son-in-law Deanna (Eric) Arnold, of Naylor, GA; 3 sons & a daughter-in-law, William Joiner of Stockton, GA; Mark Joiner of Milledgeville, GA; Darrell (Melinda) Joiner of Naylor, GA; 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and several extended family members. Graveside services will be Wednesday, January 7, 2015 in Wayfare cemetery in Echols County. Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is serving the family.

JOINER, Marie Joyner (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 15, 2006) Marie Joyner, 58, died Saturday afternoon (May 13, 2006) at her residence after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross. She was employed by Scapa Dryers for 16 years. She was a member of the Hosanna Church. She was the daughter of the late Rayford Tyre and Iva Lee Tyre Foley. Survivors include her husband, Hoke Joyner Jr., of Waycross; one daughter, Lisa Smith (Tony), of Waycross; three grandchildren, Rachel Smith, Toni Renee Smith and Tony Richard Smith Jr.; one brother, Paul Rhodaback, of Lake City, FL; five sisters-in-law, Barbara Parrish, of Lake City, FL, Betty Pittman, of Hoboken, Sandra Joyner, of Waycross, Deloris Joyner, of Waycross, and Donna Lewis, of Blackshear; eight nieces and nephews, Robert Lesley Tyre Jr., Tonya Smart, Theresa Courson, Tonya Hyers, Tony Joyner, Terris Joyner, Michelle Pittman and Crystal Simpson; three special friends, Faye Higginbotham, Betty Owens and Sandra Thrift; numerous nephews. great-nieces and A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Waters Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 tonight at the funeral home.

JOINER, Oswald Dewayne Joiner (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 10 June 2016) Mr. Oswald Dewayne Joiner, age 58, of Douglas, GA, passed away Saturday May 28, 2016, at his residence following a short illness. Mr. Joiner was born November 24, 1957, to the late Oswald Joiner and the late Faye Lankford. Mr. Joiner, a native of Waycross, GA, previously worked with Douglas Asphalt Company in the Traffic Control Section. Mr. Joiner was a U.S. Marine Veteran. Survivors include his three children, Christopher Dewayne Joiner of Douglas, GA, and Megan Ann Joiner and Dillon Dewayne Joiner, both of Fredericksburg, VA; his step-mother, Carolyn Bennett of Douglas, GA; step-sister, Peggy Lott of Douglas, GA; sister-in-law, Shirley Stone of West Green, GA; three grandchildren, Tyler Dewayne Joiner, Christopher Sage Joiner, and Emma Nicole Joiner, all of Douglas, GA; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial services and disposition will follow at a later date. Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOINER, Patricia Ann Joiner (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Aug 9th, 2011) Patricia Ann Joiner, age 68, passed away at her home August 4, 2011, in Monticello. A graveside service was held at Evergreen Cemetery Sunday August 7, 2011, at 3 p.m. The family received friends at Patricia’s home after the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Big Bend Hopice (Jefferson County), 1723-1 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida 32308- 5428. Patricia was a native of Quitman, Georgia and had lived most of her life in Jefferson County. She retired from the Jefferson County School System, where she taught school and coached softball for thirty six years. Patricia is survived by her son Carl “Ken” McKinnon Joiner and his wife Leslie; three grandchildren Bo Joiner, Jennifer Walker and Brooke Joiner; and three great grandchildren. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents Buck McKown and Muriel Ogelsby McKown and her husband, Mack Joiner.

JOINER, Robert K. Joiner (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 3 February 2020) Robert K. Joiner, Sr., age 65, of Thomasville, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2020, at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services will be at Victory Baptist Church. Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mr. Joiner was born in Thomasville, GA to the late T.J. Joiner & Edna Bloodworth Joiner on February 9, 1954. He retired from the City of Thomasville as a Construction Scheduler in the Engineering Department. He attended Victory Baptist Church. Survivors 136 include: son, Robbie Joiner (Jeri) of TyTy, GA, grandson, Oliver Finn Joiner of TyTy, GA, brother, Thomas Joiner (Evelyn) of Leesburg, GA, sisters, Joanne Hawkins of Boston, GA, Carolyn Barrett of Thomasville, and Brenda Arrington (Cawood) of Thomasville, and a number of nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, T.J & Edna Joiner, and a sister, Shirley Jean Joiner.

JOINER, Viva Southall Joiner (Abstracted from the Echols County News, September 25, 2013 Viva Southall Joiner, 85, of Valdosta died Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at the Langdale Hospice House. She was born in Clyattville on August 24, 1928 to the late Haynes Brinson and Melissa Hutchinson Southall and was a lifelong resident of this area. Mrs. Joiner was a member of the Park Avenue Seventh-Day Adventist Church. She attended Southern Adventist University in Collegedale, TN and graduated from Valdosta State College. Mrs. Joiner was a retired school teacher and adminis- trator having worked in the Echols County and Lowndes County School System. Survivors include her husband of sixty-four years, Henry C. Joiner of Valdosta, 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Sandy and Phillip Coppage of Hiawassee, GA, Pam and Bob Ellis of Nashville, 1 son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Kara Joiner of Suwanee, grandchildren and their spouses, Michelle and Scott Powers of Cumming, Kathryn and Everett Wright of Hiawassee, Erica Rae Joiner of Suwanee, Jason Matthew and Ashley Coppage of Highlands, NC, Kirk and Mendy Darby of Navarre, FL, Cullen Benjamin Joiner of Suwanee, great grandchildren, Cydni Coppage, Peyton Coppage, Harrison Powers, Garrett Powers, Aria Wright, Zachary Darby and Karsyn Darby, sister and brother in law, Glennell S. and Gordon House of Valdosta, 2 brothers and sisters-in-law, Haynes Arlon and Peggie Southall of Augusta, Harvard Brinson and Jackie Southall of Riverview, FL, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held September 1, 2013 at Carson McLane Funeral Home. Entombment followed in McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Memorials may be made to Hospice of South Georgia, P. O. Box 1727, Valdosta, GA 31603 or to the church of your choice.

JOINER, Wanda Faye Tanner Joiner (Abstracted from the 10 June 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Wanda Faye Tanner Joiner, age 67, died Saturday (June 8, 2019) at Memorial Satilla Health after an extended illness. She was born in Alma, but she lived most of her life in Waycross where she graduated from Ware County High School and was a member of Liberty Christian Church. She was employed by Baptist Village Retirement Communities as an LPN for more than 35 years. She was preceded in death by her father, B.B. Tanner, and her sister, Marsha Gail O’Berry. Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Mervin Joiner of Waycross; her mother, Betty Jean Waters Tanner of Waycross; two siblings, David Tanner of Waycross, and Sandra Miles (Randy) of Brantley County; one brother-in-law, Junior O’Berry of Waycross; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at Liberty Christian Church. Burial will follow in Harrell Grove Cemetery in Douglas. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOLLEY, Andy Curtis Jolley (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL October 24, 2014) Andy Curtis Jolley, age 48, of Perry, FL, passed away October 25, 2014. Andy was born November 6, 1965 in Perry, FL, to James Curtis Jolley and Dorothy Virginia (Shiver) Jolley. Andy was of the Baptist Faith and in his spare time he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing and doing anything mechanical. Andy was preceded in death by his father James Curtis Jolley. Andy is survived by his wife of 33 years Melissa Collins Jolley, Perry, FL, 2 sons: James Curtis Jolley II and his girlfriend Beth, and Anthony Travis Jolley and his girlfriend Alysa all of Perry, 1 granddaughter Lylah Marie Jolley, 2 sisters Diane Cook, and Angela Amon, 2 brothers: Arthur Jolley and Willie Joe Jolley, and his mother Dorothy Virginia Shiver Jolley. Graveside services will be Monday, October 27, 2014 at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to his family in his memory. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JOLLEY, Bobbie Ann Jolley (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 6 April 2018) Bobbie Ann Jolley, age 56, passed away on April 6, 2018. Bobbie was born January 17, 1962 in Perry, FL to James C. Jones and Jan Bembry Jones. Bobbie enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, growing flowers and fishing. Bobbie was preceded in death by her father James C. Jones Jr, her brother James C. Jones III, and her son Michael T. McCullough Jones. She is survived by her mother Jan Jones, two daughters Traci Shiver-Jones and Staci Richardson (Fred), a stepdaughter Ashlea Williams, her grandchildren Taylor Goit, (Austin), Will Albritton, Michael Shiver, Phillip Shiver, Danielle Dawson, Niamaya Richardson, Trista Richardson, Marissa Richardson, Zoey Jones, Amber Lynn Stephens, Jonah Stephens, and three great grandchildren, one sister Jackie Baumgardner, and a host of nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held be held on Friday, April 13, 2018 at Carlton Cemetery in Perry. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

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JOLLEY, Dorothy Virginia Jolley (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 17 May 2018) Mrs. Dorothy Virginia Jolley, age 87, passed away on May 17, 2018 in Madison County Hospital in Madison, FL. Dorothy was born February 24, 1931 in Perry, FL to Walter Earl Shiver and Pearl Woodcock Shiver. Dorothy loved to do crafts, fishing, flower gardening, bird watching and anything to do with the outdoors. She retired after 20 years from the Taylor County School system as Head Custodian. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband James Curtis Jolley, her parents Walter and Pearl Shiver, two sons James Arthur Jolley and Andy Curtis Jolley, three brothers Earl, Bobbie, and Franklin Shiver, and three sisters, Earline Koslowski, Margie Horton, and Francis Page. She is survived by her daughter Patricia Dian Cook, son Willie Joe (Julie) Jolley, daughter Angela Virginia Amon, seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, two sisters Earnestine Carlton and Christine Hill as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Woodlawn Cemetery.

JOLLEY, James Arthur Jolley (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 1 January 2018) James Arthur Jolley, age 63, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Perry, FL. He was born in Perry, FL, on September 1, 1954 to James Curtis Jolley and Dorothy Virginia Shiver Jolley. Mr. Jolley worked as a Steam pipefitter in the construction industry. He was preceded in death by his father James Curtis Jolley, his brother, Andy Jolley. He is survived by his mother Dorothy Virginia Shiver Jolley, two sisters, Angela Amon, and Patricia Dian Cook, a brother, Willie Joe Jolley. A Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 1045 Chip Mizell Road in Perry, FL. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home in Perry.

JOLLEY, Mary Elizabeth Jolley (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA February 25, 2015) Mary Elizabeth Jolley, age 91, of Statenville, GA passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2015, at her residence. She was born on October 1, 1923 to the late Samuel and Florence (Daniels) Wilson. She worked as a homemaker for many years. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a seamstress and loved her family and friends. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years William Oliver Jolley, son, Herman Oliver, 3 brothers, Milton Wilson, Albert Wilson, and B.H. Aldridge, and 3 sisters, Mildred Robinson, Lorene Pitts, and Jewell Harris. Survivors include a daughter: Margaret Schottel; of Port Charlotte, FL, a daughter & son-in-law: Linda (Charles) Carter of Statenville, GA; 2 sisters: Evelyn Fowler of Waycross, GA, Lucy Harris of Lakeland, FL; 1 brother: Edwin Aldridge of Waycross, GA; 6 grandchildren: Andrea Jolley, Jonathon Schottel, Peter Jolley, Marcie Degiovine, Charley Carter, Christian Hope Carter, 12 great grandchildren: David, Alyss, Chase, Catie, Kataya, Alexis, Cody, Matthew, JJ, Chaya, Hunter, Olivia; and 2 great-great grandchildren: Alexis and Catherine. Funeral services will be Sunday, March 1, 2015 at the Valdosta chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Wayfare Cemetery in Statenville, GA.

JOLLY, Brenda Joyce Jolly (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 10 April 2020) Brenda Joyce Jolly of Adel passed away at Fellowship Home at Brookside on April 10, 2020. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Music Funeral Services/Azalea Crematory.

JOLLY, Joyce Combass Jolly (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Joyce Combass Jolly, age 86, of Valdosta passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at South Georgia Medical Center after a lengthy illness. She was born in Worth County, GA on July 29, 1926 to the late John & Minnie V. (Alderman) Kilcrease. She retired from Southern Salvage after 43 years of service. Mrs. Jolly was a member of Lake Park Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her 1st husband, Cleve Combass, son, Eddie D. Combass and 2nd husband, Marshall Jolly. Survivors include a daughter & son-in-law, Becky & Rick Badley, of Covington, VA; son & daughter-in-law, Johnny & Helen Combass, of Valdosta, GA, Joe & June Combass, of Valdosta, GA, Guy & Joyce Combass, of Eatonton, GA; 6 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; 6 step grandchildren; 5 step great grandchildren and brother, T.W. Kilcrease, Cordele, GA. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 23, 2012 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow in Sunset Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday evening, September 22, 2012 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Lake Park Christian Church, P.O. Box 746, Lake Park, GA 31636. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta

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(Abstracted from the Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, June 24, 2014) Elzenia Mitchell Jonas, age 63, from Madison passed away on Sunday, June 22. Postell’s Mortuary, in Orlando, is in charge of the arrangements, (407) 295-3857.

JONAS, Tommy Jonas, Sr. (Abstracted from 5 August 2015 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Tommy Jonas, Sr. (Texas Cowboy) was born on June 21, 1928 in Lake Butler, FL to the late Tom Jonas and Mae Jonas. Brother Jonas loved the Lord with all his heart. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and his children. Brother Jonas worked in pulpwood for many, many years. After retiring from pulpwood, he decided to open his own business selling barbeque chicken and ribs. He is well known for his famous sauce. People would come from miles around just to get gallons of sauce. Brother Jonas joined Mt. Zion AME Church where he served faithfully until the Lord called him home on Friday, July 31. Brother Jonas said that he was ready to go home. A couple hours after he made his statement, the death angel came and took him back to the Lord. Brother Jonas leaves to mourn and cherish his memory, a loving and devoted wife, Sallie Mae Jonas; children: Raymond Jonas, Tommy (Mildred) Jonas, Jr., Annie Jo Martin, Brenda (Frankie) Johnson, Vera (Earl) Hill, all of Madison; Iris (John) Hawthorne of Albany, GA, Terry Jonas of Newark, NJ, Tony (Pat) King of Gainesville, FL, David (Gwen) Jonas of Tampa, FL, Angela (Wayne) Messam of Miarmar, FL and Marian Denson of Chattanooga, FL; 45 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; five great-great- grandchildren; 3 sisters: Lorine Quinn, Maebelle Webb and Lula Mae Scott of Lake Butler, FL; one devoted sister-in-law and caregiver, Essie Mae Jonas; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by five children: Lorraine J. Brown, Michael Jonas, Loritta Allen, Lester Lean Graham and Valeria Jennings; and ten siblings: George Jonas, Rommie Jonas, Charlie Jonas, Obediah Jonas, Vasco Jonas, Enoch Jonas, Rosa Fudge, Amonia Williams, Louise Marshall and Milane Williams. Services Saturday, August 8 at Ganzy Funeral Home.

JONES, Agnes Cope Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 28, 1947) Agnes Cope Jones, mother of Mrs. C. R. Brooke, died Friday March 21 in Yulee, FL at the age of 73 years. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon in the Baptist church at Yulee and interment was in the cemetery there. Survivors besides Mrs. Brooke are three other daughters, four sons, 19 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Mr. Jones preceded her in death in 1944. Mrs. Jones was a native of Nassau County. Attending the funeral from Madison were Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Brooke, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Brooke, and Mr. and Mrs. Blalock Rains and daughter, Sandra. Sandra Rains is one of the great grandchildren.

JONES, Albert Jones Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald October 30, 2009) FARGO - Albert "Joe" Jones Jr., 79, passed away Wednesday (Oct. 28, 2009) at Clinch Memorial Hospital. He was born Dec. 28, 1929 in Dodge County to the late Albert Jones Sr. and Carrie Mae Yancey Jones. He was also preceded in death by a son, Wayne Jones. He was a maintenance man for St. Regis Paper, a member of the Edith Baptist Church and was on the board of directors for Slash Pine EMC. Survivors are his wife, Geneva Petty Jones, of Fargo; a daughter and son-in-law, Gayle and David Infinger, of Fargo; a son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Angela Jones, of Homerville; a brother, LeRoy Jones, of Rhine; two grandchildren, Laci Infinger, Chad and Mary Jones; two great-grandchildren, Mary Christian Jones, Anna Leigh Jones; and several other relatives. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Edith Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Fargo Memorial Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Jones Family.

JONES, Albert Loomus Jones (Abstracted from information received from June Spear 6 November, 2014) Albert Loomus Jones, age 78, of Greenville, FL, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2014. Albert was born December 19, 1935 in Homestead, FL, to the late Loomus Albert Jones and Clydie Gertrude (Aman) Jones. A graveside service will be held at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church Cemetery on Sunday, November 9, 2014. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JONES, Alberta B. Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald April 7, 2006) Funeral for Alberta Bryant Jones, 73, of Homerville, will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church with the Rev. T.B. Bellamy of St. Petersburg, Fla. officiating. Burial will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. She was a native of Clinch County where she received her formal education from the public schools of Homerville. Her parents were the late George and Annie Bryan. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Camill Jones. She was a member of Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church. Survivors include three sons, Jean Bryant, of Dayton, Ohio, Hosea Jones Jr., of Homerville, and Crawford Jones, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; 139 five daughters, Pearline Bryant, of Atlanta, Anglette Shelton and Ora F. Bryant, both of Homerville, Phyllis Jones, of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Regina Jones, of Bahrain; two sisters, Jessie Lee Bryant (Sonny), of Homerville, and Yvonne Bryant Moore, of Jacksonville, Fla,; five brothers, George Bryant Jr. (Leola), of Tampa, Fla., Noah Bryant (Nellie) and Scott Bryant, both of Homerville, Albert Bryant (Becky), of Waycross, and Jimmy Bryant, of Jacksonville, Fla.; one aunt, Viola Bryant, of Valdosta; 32 grandchildren including three she raised, Tasha Ellis, Chad Jones and Dwight Jones; 51 great-grandchildren; one great great- grandchild; a special nephew, Charlie Bryant, of Homerville; and a host of other nephews, nieces, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Willie James (Angelette) Shelton, 109 Temple St., Homerville, and this evening from 6 to 8 at Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

JONES, Alberta Bryant Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald March 31, 2006) Alberta Bryant Jones, 73, of Homerville, died Thursday morning (March 30, 2006) in Clinch Memorial Hospital after an illness. She was a native of Homerville. Her parents were the late George and Annie Bryant. She was a member of Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church. Survivors include three sons, Jean Bryant, of Dayton, Ohio, Hosea Jones Jr., of Homerville, and Crawford Jones, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; five daughters, Pearline Bryant, of Atlanta, Anglette Shelton, Ora F. Bryant, both of Homerville, Phyllis Jones, of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Regina Jones, of Norfolk, Va.; two sisters, Jessie Lee Bryant, of Homerville, and Yvonne Bryant Moore, of Jacksonville, Fla.; five brothers, George Bryant Jr., of Tampa, Fla., Nora Bryant, Scott Bryant, both of Homerville, Albert Bryant, of Waycross, and Jimmy Bryant, of Jacksonville, Fla.; and a host of other relatives. Friends are being received at the home of her daughter, Anglette (Willie James) Shelton, 109 Temple St.

JONES, Alene Margarite Youmans Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald August 31, 2012) Alene Margarite Youmans Jones, 93, of Waycross, passed away Thursday (Aug. 30, 2012) at Baptist Village Nursing Home. Born in Bristol May 2, 1919, she lived there all of her life before moving to Baptist Village. She worked as a seamstress for Oxford Industries in Alma for many years and was a homemaker. She loved to sew, quilt, paint, and cook. She was a member of Bristol Baptist Church where she served as the church pianist for many years. She was the daughter of the late Moultrie Allan and Rhoda Winn Youmans. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Matthew Jones. Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Mary and Everette Crews, of Keystone Heights, FL, and Ann Fordham, of Fleming Island, FL; a son and daughter-in-law, Glen and Carol Jones, of Forsyth; three grandchildren, Scott and Krista Fordham, Matthew Glen and Allison Jones and LeAnn Wynn; four great-grandchildren, Tucker Fordham, Holly Fordham, Jayson Wynn and Sophia Jones; and several other relatives. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at 11 o’clock at Bristol Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Bristol Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Algie Purdom Jones (Abstracted from the September 9, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Algie Purdom Jones, 94, died Saturday (Sept. 7, 2013) at Satilla Care Center after an extended illness. Kids, quilts and cakes — three words that describe her passions and gifts to others. She was a woman who never stopped giving to her family, church and community. As an elementary school teacher for 37 years, she taught hundreds of children. Many say today that Mrs. Jones was their favorite teacher ever. Five days a week with kids just weren’t enough. She also loved to teach Sunday School. She simply was a natural born teacher. She had a talent for explaining complicated things and making them seem simple. She learned to sew as a young girl growing up on a farm in the Raybon community of Brantley County. She learned from her older sisters, especially Rhoda Strickland. Like many women of that era, she found learning to quilt was a necessity. One of those old ragged and worn quilts found new life in the 1980s when she cut it up and made teddy bears for herself and her children, Jack and Jill. In the 1970s, she renewed her quilting career. She made dozens of quilts. The last few were a joint project. Jill pieced the tops and got them in the frame and Algie quilted. She could thread a needle without her glasses at age 91, when she made her last quilt, a lap robe for one of her beloved students, Dorothy Schuman Hagen, of Hoboken. When “Dot” was in first grade in 1947, it fell to Algie to tell Dot that her father had passed away. Dot and Algie formed a strong bond and Dot became a frequent visitor when Algie moved to Satilla Care Center three years ago. Most likely, anyone who was a niece, nephew, grandchild, child, or close friend, had an Algie quilt on their bed. The pound cake. Literally hundreds of cakes were given away over the years to anyone who had an illness or death in the family, a graduation, an anniversary, a family reunion, any kind of party, or simply to a friend who had out of town company. What made them so good? A teaspoon of almond flavoring. She was a great baker and all around excellent cook. She fed more preachers than most. The Withers kids of First Baptist grew up at Algie and Rupert’s table. Kay Withers Cook says many of their recipes start with the word “Algie’s”. She was very proud of the Phillips-Purdom Family Cookbook she initiated for her family. It is an heirloom for future generations through which she and 38 family members passed their love of good food to others. Algie and husband Rupert enjoyed woodworking and crafts and were a fixture at the 140

Christmas bazaar at First Methodist for years. She was a founding member of the Friends of the Library. Among other pursuits, Algie and Rupert enjoyed RV camping. She was a devout Christian. Upon moving to Waycross, the family joined Second Baptist Church and then became charter members of Memorial Baptist Church. She was a member of First Baptist for 43 years. She was named “Woman of the Year” in 1994. She was born Dec. 26, 1918, to Mattie and Arch Purdom in Raybon. She had two brothers, Ben Phillips and Moultrie Purdom, and four sisters, Annie Phillips Haney, Sallie Purdom Willis, Vertie Parrot and Rhoda Purdom Strickland, all of whom preceded her in death. She was the first in her family to go to college, ABAC in Tifton, where she met her future husband Rupert R. Jones, of Ludowici. They graduated in 1941. They married in 1942 and lived in Ludowici, Jesup, Hoboken and Waycross. Rupert passed away in 2005. Their son Jack and wife Cindy live in Liburn, and have three children, Brandee Johnson (Kyle), Tiffany Taulbee (Andrew), and Ryan (Melissa) Jones, and 10 grandchildren; daughter Jill and her husband Paul Solomon live in Tampa, FL. A funeral will be Tuesday at First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Ann Marie Jones (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 12 October 2020) Ann Marie Jones, age 75, of Nashville, GA passed away on Monday October 12, 2020 at her home after a lengthy illness. Ann was born on August 25, 1945 in Cookstown, Ireland to the late Sarah Devlin and Albert Joseph Warren. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Ann enjoyed cooking, gardening, and most of all, she enjoyed her job as a caregiver. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her grandson, Josh Gaskins and brother, Robert Warren. Survivors include her children, Pam O. Gipson (Darrell) of Nashville, GA, Michael Odum of Nashville, GA, Allison J. Gaskins and husband Jody of Nashville, GA, Adrian J. Young of Nashville, GA, Angela Jones of Nashville, GA; 8 grandchildren: Michelle, Matthew, Ryan, Jessica, Kelsey, Brooke, Reede, Brady; 20 great grandchildren; and brother, John Albert Warren of Savannah, GA. A graveside service will be in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Lakeland, GA. The Jones family is being served by the staff of Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

JONES, Anne Cody Jones (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Mrs. Anne Cody Jones, 83, died February 28th, 2011 at Archbold Hospital. The funeral will be held at Hebron Fellowship Church Friday, March 4th. Anne Cody Jones was born on October 21st, 1927 to William and Thelma Cody. She was married to Dr. Thomas C. Jones who preceded her in death on Dec. 31st 1999. She was a member of Hebron Fellowship. She moved to Thomasville from Miami, FL in 1978. She was a wonderful mother, devoted wife and a caring, compassionate friend. She is survived by her sons, Ron Jones, Tommy Jones and Jeffery Jones and daughters Leslie Smith and Holly Golden. She is also survived by her brother William Cody and her sister Sally Cody. She was also pleased to have19 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements will be handled by Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Rescue Mission, Thomasville GA.

JONES, Archie N. Jones Jr. (Abstracted from the 27 June 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Archie N. “Scooter” Jones Jr., age 59, of Waycross, passed away Tuesday (June 26, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross following a brief illness. He was born in Northridge, CA, to Archie N. Jones Sr. and Faye Fletcher Jones. He was raised in Tampa, FL, and moved to Georgia in 1982. He loved Jesus, his family and working on motorcycles. He enjoyed being outdoors when able. He loved to talk and share his stories and will forever be remembered as a humble and kind man. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Linda E. Jones of Waycross; three daughters, Mandy Jones of Waycross, Heather (Stanley) Lopez of Augusta, Crissy Jones, of Tampa, FL; one son, Jamie (Jennifer) Williams of Melbourne, FL; two grandsons, Andrew Lopez and Aiden Lopez; five granddaughters, Destinee Sanchez, Erin Williams, Abby Williams, Emma Williams, Amelia Williams; his parents, Norris and Faye Jones; three brothers, Tim (April) Jones, Neil (Arlene) Jones, Jon Jones; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Thursday at Pebble Hill Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Georgia Lions Camp for the Blind, 5626 Laura Walker Road, Waycross, GA 31503.

JONES, Arice Isaiah Jones – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 29 January 2021) December 23, 2000 - January 29, 2021

JONES, Barbara Ann Farmer Jones (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard & June Spear)

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Barbara Ann Farmer Jones, 69, passed away in Melbourne on Wednesday, January 8, 2014. Funeral services are Saturday at Pineland Missionary Baptist Church, Madison, with burial in Texas Hill Cemetery, Monticello. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Nu Omega Omega Chapter will conduct Ivy Beyond the Wall Rites Friday, with wake services at Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, Monticello. Tillman of Monticello is serving the family. A Monticello native, Barbara was a 1961 graduate of Howard Academy High School. She later graduated from the then Suwannee River Junior College (AS degree) and Florida A&M University (Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees). She worked as a classroom teacher and curriculum coordinator in the Madison County School District for 33 years before retiring. She was cited as Madison County’s Teacher of the Year three times and was a finalist once for the state’s Teacher of the Year. Her devotion to students transcended the school and included all facets of their lives. She was a mother to countless young men and women and retained those relationships far after graduation. Forever treasuring her love and memory are her devoted son, Terrance (Katrina) Jones and their children, Shania and Sage; aunt, Mrs. Addie Hamm Griffin; her former husband and friend, Jimmy Jones; and numerous close relatives and loving friends. Her parents, Allen and Ruby Hamm Farmer, predeceased Barbara.

JONES, Barbara Denise Davis Jones (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 16 January, 2015) Services for Barbara Denise Davis Jones of Thomasville are Sunday, January 18, 2015, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs. Jones died Friday, January 16, 2015 at her residence. Born March 23, 1963 in Thomasville, she was the daughter of Madeline Berta Smith Davis and the late Donald Davis, Sr. She was a homemaker. She was married to Carol Lamar Jones and a member of First Newark Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Carol Lamar Jones of Thomasville; her mother, Madeline Berta Davis of Thomasville; 1 brother, Donald (Kim) Davis Jr., of Thomasville; 1 niece, Lauren Davis of Thomasville; 2 nephews, Donald Davis III and Caleb Davis both of Thomasville. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Davis Sr. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Newark Baptist Church, 225 Russell Rd., Thomasville, GA 31757.

JONES, Betty Jean Jones – Death Announcement (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/04/betty-jean-jones/) Mrs. Betty Jean Jones, age 79, Valdosta, entered the sunset of life on April 3, 2019. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date by Harrington Funeral Home.

JONES, Billy Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 16, 1968) Billy Jones of Jacksonville, nephew of Mrs. Frank Argenbright, was killed Wednesday in an auto accident. (No further details at this writing.)

JONES, Billy Brooks Jones (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 1 June 2015) Mr. Billy Brooks Jones, age 77, passed away in Virginia Beach, VA on Thursday, May 28. Graveside services were held on Sunday, May 31, at Brantley United Methodist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were his nephews: Tracy Jones, Jason Jones, Barry Jones, Reggie Jones, Spencer Jones and David Jones. Mr. Jones was born March 27, 1938 in Marion County, to the late Grady E. Jones and Claudia Clements Jones. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Tallahassee, Fl. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Jones was retired from Florida Power Company as an electrical engineer. He was a member of the Rotary Club and enjoyed reading, listening to music, golfing and hunting. Mr. Jones was preceded in death by a sister, Marian Morgan. Survivors include his 2 daughters: Amber (Dr. Michael) Stewart of Virginia Beach, VA and Ashley Jones of Tallahassee, FL; 3 brothers: Bobby (Loxi) Jones of Buena Vista, GA, Douglas Jones of Chattanooga, TN and Nelson (Margaret) Jones of Harris County, GA; 2 grandchildren: Samuel Brooks Stewart and Claire Elizabeth Stewart; and several nieces and nephews. Watson-Tante Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Buddy Coleman Johns (Abstracted from the December 16, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Buddy Coleman Johns, 65, of Nahunta, died Saturday (Dec. 14, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. Born in Hickox, he was the son of Sylvester and Connie Wainright Johns. He was also preceded in death by four sisters, Pat Green, Loretta Wofford, Martha Sue Johns and Joyce Johns. He was a heavy equipment operator for Glynn County Road Department and attended Ivory Palace Church. He also loved fishing, traveling and watching sports. He is survived by 2 daughters and a son-in-law, Stacy Phillips and Nikki (Michael) Hendrix, all of Nahunta; 3 grandchildren, Coleman Phillips, Joey Hendrix and Maegan Hendrix; 2 brothers and a sister-in-law, Jack (Janie) Johns and Dean Johns, all of Nahunta; 2 sisters and a brother-in-law, Betty Butler of Tennessee, and Faye (Jim) Wilson of Kentucky; and several nieces, nephews and 142 other relatives. A funeral will be held Tuesday at Frye Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JONES, Carol Jean Jones (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 27 March 2016) Carol Jean Jones, age 68, of Valdosta, GA passed away Monday, March 28, 2016. She was born on December 5, 1947 in Chicago, IL. She was born to the late Sam S. and Alice Marion Keir Pulcanio. Mrs. Jones was a housekeeper for a number of years at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, ME. Along with her parents, Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Robert Scott Jones, Sr. Mrs. Jones is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Sam Louis (Dawn) Jones of Hahira, GA; a son, Sean Jones of Hancock, ME; 5 grandchildren, Alex Jones of Hahira, GA; Paige Jones of Hahira, GA; Jeffrey Servetas of Hancock, ME; Jordan Servetas of Hancock, ME; and Tori Jones of Hancock, ME; 3 sisters, Judy Pulciano, Alice Smith, and Phyllis Costa of Chicago, IL; 2 brothers, Anthony Pulcanio and Sam Pulciano of Chicago, IL; and a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be scheduled, by the family, at a later date in Bangor, ME. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta, will be serving the Jones family.

JONES, Cecil Judson Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL, December 28, 2013) Cecil Judson Jones, age 71, of Perry, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2013 at Doctor's Memorial Hospital in Perry. Judson was born January 28, 1942 in Jacksonville, FL, to the late Cornelius and Marie (Bower) Jones. Judson was a member of First Baptist Church of Perry. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was a retired A/C and appliance repairman. In his spare time he enjoyed tinkering with electronics and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by one sister: Connie Jones Lee of Perry, three children, several nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held at a later date. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JONES, Charley N. Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 16, 1945) Charley N. Jones, 23, former Madison County resident, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Jones, of R.3, Quitman, was killed in Luxembourg January 20th. He had been in Foreign Service since May, 1944.

JONES, Cora Lee Jones (Abstracted from the 7 December 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Cora Lee Jones, age 79, of Wayne County, departed her earthly home Tuesday (Nov. 28, 2017) after a brief illness at the Harborview Nursing Home in Jesup, surrounded by family and friends. She was born June 1, 1938 in Odum to the late Hannah Jackson and the late Williams Jones. She was educated in the Odum (Wayne County) School System. During her early years, she did domestic work and was a dishwasher for the O’Quinn Cafe. She was a member of the Good Hope Holiness Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her four sisters, Daisey Bell Jackson, Lottie M. Duhart, Ella Mae Bryant and Eva Jackson. Left to cherish her memories are a son, Bobby Jones Sr., Odum, two brothers, Richard (Bertha) Jackson, Jesup, and Burrough (Phyllis) Jackson, Odum, three grandchildren, Bobby Jones Jr., Atlanta, and Quintina Jones and Brittay Jones both of Screven, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. The cortege will assemble at the home of her brother and sister law, Richard and Bertha Jackson, 84 Survey Road, Jesup. The funeral will be Saturday at Good Hope Holiness Church, 747 Railroad St., Odum. Interment will follow in the Odum City Cemetery. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Curtis Jones III (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 5, 1969) Curtis Jones III, age 23, was accidentally killed on Friday when he lost control of the automobile he was driving. He was employed by the Sunnyland Packing Company of Thomasville, GA. He graduated from the Greenville Training School in 1965. He was a member, Sunday School Supt., Choir member and Janitor of Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Jones, Jr., three sisters, Deloris, Emily, and Joyce Ann; four brothers, Larcudis, Lemontica, Joseph and Marcus; his grandfather, Curtis Jones, Sr., all of Greenville; and a host of uncles, aunts and cousins. Funeral services will be Sunday September 7th at Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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David Ellis Jones, age 73, passed from this world to be with the Heavenly Father January 27th after a courageous battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Son of the late Leonard and Dorothy Jones of Bellevue, Ohio. David was a graduate of Kent State University and proudly served his country as a UH-1 helicopter pilot (Chief Warrant Officer 2) with the United States Army’s 227th Aviation Division, 11th Aviation Group, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile) in the Vietnam War where he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for action in July 1968. Jones was further awarded the Bronze Star, Air Medal and the Purple Heart by the end of his tour. Returning to the States, he became a flight instructor for rotor aircraft at Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah, GA until honorably leaving the service. Jones married his wife Missy in 1970 then moved to Mount Pleasant, NC. Jones spent almost two decades flying for the Barfly Company, then Duke Power Company as part of a high- tension line and right-of-way inspection team. His work also led him to fly Elizabeth Taylor to and from the World 600 NASCAR race won by Richard Petty in 1977. Retiring from flying, Jones fought floods, snakes and yellow jackets to open The Golf Club, a public driving range in Concord in 1993, catering to his passionate love of the sport. Jones retired after thirteen years. David Jones was a brave soldier, proud American, father and grandfather, devoted husband and strength of his family. He lived life on his terms and will be remembered for his smile, practical jokes and his ability to repair almost anything. We are proud to have known you and you have made us all better for being part of your life. The family will have a private service at the Salisbury National Cemetery in his honor. In lieu of flowers you may make a contribution in his name to Hospice of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Ln, Kannapolis, NC 28081 or the North Carolina Chapter of the ALS Association, 4 N Blount St #200, Raleigh, NC 27601.

JONES, David F. Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia January 4, 2012) Mr. David F. Jones, 72, of Leary, died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, December 29, 2011. David was born in Folkston, on November 2, 1939, son of the late Thomas Scott Jones and Letha Jackson Jones. He was raised in Lakeland, attended public schools there and in Clinch County, where he graduated from high school before attending Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton. He was employed for many years with Bermuda Plantation in Leary, with Albany Tractor Company of Albany and Dawson and currently was employed with J.&B. Irrigation of Morgan. He was a Baptist and a member of the Sportsman's Club of Albany. His favorite hobby was fishing, and he had many fishing buddies all over Georgia, Florida and the Southeast. He never met a stranger and always had great fishing stories to tell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David F. Jones, Jr. and a sister, Patsy K. Lee.Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Trish Kyser Jones of Leary; two daughters, Rhonda Carlisle (Freddie) of Dawson and Amy Crutchfield (Tommy) of Lexington, S.C.; a sister, Cathy Sirmans (Randy) of Lakeland; four granddaughters, Tyler Carlisle, Claire Carlisle, Garrett Crutchfield and Greta Crutchfield. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, 2012, at Harvey Funeral Chapel with Rev. Scott Tomlinson officiating. Burial will follow at 4 p.m. at the Camp Creek Baptist Church Cemetery near Lakeland, Georgia. Memorials may be made to the Wewahitchka Search and Rescue, P. O. Box 966, Wewahitchka, FL 32465, to Gideons International, or to a favorite charity of choice. Those wishing to sign the online registry may do so at wwwharveyfuneralhome.com. Harvey Funeral Home of Dawson is serving the family.

JONES, Deana Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, September 20, 1946) Deana Jones, aged 93 years, died September 11, in Perry. Funeral services will be held at Wigginsville Cemetery, Madison County. Survivors are five children: S. Jones, Prince Jones, Curtis Jones, Channie Battle and Nellie Mae Houston. Sons-in-law and daughters-in-law are Willie Jones, Minnie Jones, Charlie Battle, Henry Houston and Minnie Jones. Other survivors are 22 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

JONES, “Uncle Dick” Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 18, 1953) “Uncle Dick” Jones, age 108 years, died Saturday night at his home on the P. S. Cantey farm. “Uncle Dick” was thought to be the only surviving Negro in the county who could remember slavery days. He was born on the Capt. Bill Spain plantation in Brooks County, GA. He had been active in light farm chores until the past year. He was twice married and was the father of 25 children, a number of whom are living in and around Madison. Funeral services will be held Sunday December 20, in Brooks County.

JONES, Donald Stephens Jones (Abstracted from the March 15, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Donald Stephens Jones, age 66, of Waycross, died Thursday (March 13, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. He was born in Tallahassee, FL, to the late Woodrow and Ola Stephens Jones and lived in Waycross since 144

1965. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a draftsman by trade and enjoyed watching sports. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Survivors include his identical twin brother, Ronnie Jones, of Waycross; a brother, James Jones, of Waycross; one sister, Beverly (Dennis) Brock, of Bonifay, FL; two nephews, Sam (Samantha) Jones, of Waycross, Justin Brock, of Bonifay, FL; one niece, Amanda Brock, of Indianapolis, IN; great-nephew, Gavin Wayne; numerous cousins and other relatives. A funeral will be held Monday at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Dorothy Ann Jones (Abstracted from the 16 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dorothy Ann Jones, age 81, died peacefully Thursday (Feb. 14, 2019) at Hospice House Satilla. She was a native of Ware County and lived most of her life in Waycross. She was a homemaker and attended Bethel Church. She was the daughter of the late Talmadge Hall and Annie Strickland Hall. She was also preceded in death by eight siblings. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Joseph Jones of Waycross; a son, James Jones (wife, Patricia) of Waycross; a daughter, Veda Burke (husband, Bo) of Waycross; two grandchildren, Jack and Bruce Burke of Waycross; two great-grandchildren, Destiny and Dalton Franzen; a sister-in-law, Betty Hall (husband, the late James Hall); three siblings, Laverne Taylor of Waycross, Tommy Hall of Waycross, and Geronda Highsmith (husband, Jim) of Waycross; special cousins, T.J. and Cathy Hall; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be in the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

JONES, Dorothy Frazier Francis Jones (Abstracted from Greene Publishing 28 May 2020) Dorothy Frazier Francis Jones, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 6, 2018, after 78 wonderful years on earth with family, friends and other loved ones. Dorothy was born on June 6, 1941, to Albert and Stella Frazier, of Madison, FL. She attended the Madison County Public School System. She was converted at an early age and joined Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church. Later in life, she joined Mt. Nebo A.M.E. Church, and then Madison Seventh Day Adventist Church, in Madison, FL. She was married to Hubert Francis until his passing on Aug. 23, 2007. Later in life, she met and married Ferdiand Jones. Dorothy was preceded in death by her mother and father, and her first husband, Hubert Francis. Dorothy leaves to cherish her memories, her husband, Ferdiand Jones; her sisters-in-law: Madeline Moris, Fern Batson and Patricia Myles; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. A homegoing service for Dorothy was at the Cooks & Cooper Chapel. Interment was held at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Services by Cooks & Cooper Funeral Home of Madison.

JONES, Dorothy Mizell Jones (Abstracted from the 3 March 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dorothy Mizell Jones, age 90, died Wednesday (Feb. 28, 2018) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. A funeral will be Saturday at Music Funeral Home. Entombment will follow in Oakland Cemetery. She was born July 11, 1927 in Schlatterville in Brantley County (at home but with a doctor present) to the late James J. “Jeff” Mizell and Laura Lillian Harris Mizell. She graduated high school in Charlton County and was married to the late Frederick Shilon Jones Sr. She was a homemaker, musician and member of Grace Chapel Church. She was No. 9 in a close-knit and loving family of 10 children, the youngest of seven sisters. As a child, after her parents moved to Waycross from Brantley County, she started school at Gilchrist Park Elementary and continued to attend Waycross Public Schools through the seventh grade. After she completed the seventh grade at the Waycross Junior High School downtown, her family moved to Folkston for several years. There she attended Charlton County High School, from which she graduated in 1945. While there she played basketball and participated in the choral program. She was a member of the a cappella girls’ quartet who won a state championship. When her family returned to Waycross in January of her senior year, she stayed on in Folkston with her oldest sister, Leila, until the day of her graduation, returning home to Waycross immediately after the ceremony. From that time, she has been a member of the Waycross community. On June 30, 1948, she was married to Frederick Shilon Jones of Waycross, a World War II veteran. She was employed by Swisher and Sons of Waycross for 21 years. Her life was marked by her out-going personality and her personal love for people. “She never met a stranger” was often noted about her. Her captivating smile, her genuine concern, her giving heart, her gift of hospitality and her Christian life have left deep impressions and lasting influence on many lives. Though she was known for her love of children — “anybody’s and everybody’s children,” she was heard to say — she was not given her own children, but her mother’s heart was not left empty. In the absence of birth-children, the Lord brought great joy to the Joneses through their “chosen children,” all of whom came from afar as God brought them to Waycross and into the “made-up Georgia family” as young adults. There are numerous “honorary children and grandchildren” who looked to Mrs. Jones as a special “mom,” “mama” or “grandmother,” though not by birth, and she has come to be known as “Mama Jones” or “Mama J” to many other people through her involvement in the lives and ministries of her “chosen” and “honorary” children. She also has been 145 greatly beloved and honored by her many nieces and nephews of three or four generations, for whom she has personally expressed great care and love. To them she is lovingly known as “Aunt Dot” or “Aunt Dorothy.” All her life, music was a mark of her life. At a young age, her love for music included both singing and playing the piano, with a special gift for playing Christian music “by ear.” As a child, she had been taught the scales by a neighbor lady, Rose Fairlee, a missionary who came to Waycross to found the El Bethel Church. She had invited “little Dorothy” to come to her home to play her piano. Ms. Fairlee had felt the Lord wanted her to teach young Dorothy what she knew of music, for which Dorothy was always grateful. Beyond her own delight in music, over the years, Dorothy’s gift developed into a significant ministry that touched many lives. As a charter member of Grace Chapel, she was the pianist and music coordinator for 39 years for the church and, for many years, for their weekly radio broadcast over WAYX. She also was accompanist for “The Chapelaires,” Grace Chapel’s youth choir, as they sang weekly at Grace Chapel and also traveled out to sing for many occasions around South Georgia. In her later years, before illness began to limit her activity, she devotedly brought her music to Baptist Village for two-and-a-half years, bringing the residents joy as they joined in singing hymns or requesting she play favorite songs. Throughout her life, her special delight was to nurture others’ gifts of music, whether children, youth, or adults, and to see them grow in the expression of their giftings. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Nell Mizell (widow of Ernest Mizell); a brother-in-law, Ted Jones (wife, Dorothy); many nieces and nephews and their children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Shilon Jones Jr., her parents, Jeff and Laura Mizell, six sisters, Leila Aldridge (Eugene), Mary Aldridge (Neil), Daisy Whaley (Hendrix), Edna Hagin (Everett), Lottie Freeman (Eugene) and Alice Chancey (M.J.), and three brothers, Thomas Mizell (Myrtice), Owen Mizell and Ernest Mizell. Memorial gifts may be made to Creative Word Ministries, P.O. Box 551, Lima, NY 14485, or Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Ed Jones (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, December 11, 1902) Ed Jones who has been very ill with heart trouble for a long time, died Monday night. He leaves a wife and aged mother. No record was found of the burial

JONES, Elaine Cone Jones (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 6 October 2020) Elaine Cone Jones, age 64, of Pavo, GA, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2020, after a lengthy illness. Lanie was born on August 13, 1956, in Moultrie, GA, to Edward and Joy Cone. She grew up in Pavo, where she attended Pavo Elementary School, and she graduated from Thomas County Central High School in Thomasville in 1975. When she and her husband, Granvil Jones, married in 1977, they moved to Jacksonville, FL, where they started their family. Lanie and Granvil later returned to Pavo to raise their children and were active in Pavo Baptist Church and Pavo Civic Club for many years. Together they organized the annual Peacock Day Parade during their time in the civic club. Through the years, she enjoyed watching her son and daughter play baseball and softball. She supported them in all they did, even attending every home football game for Thomas County Central High School during the four years her daughter performed with the marching band. Beyond her family, Lanie’s great loves were reading and animals. Lanie was predeceased by her father, Edward Cone; sisters, Dianne Cone Jackson and Karen Cone Price; and niece, Amanda Price. She is survived by her mother, Joy Jones Cone of Brunswick; husband, George Granvil Jones and son, Christopher Jones of Pavo; daughter, Rebecca Jones Sahar and son-in-law, Liron Sahar of Crawfordville, FL; sister, Phyllis Cone McNicoll and brother-in-law Steve McNicoll of Brunswick; brother-in-law James L. Jackson of Darien; sisters-in-law Vanette Jones Rehberg, Cheryl Jones Crane, and Pam Jones, all of Jacksonville; and uncle and aunt, Lynn and Barbara Jones of Moultrie. She also will be greatly missed by her cherished extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, 10451 US-84 East, Thomasville, Georgia 31757. For those attending in person, the family requests the use of masks and social distancing for the safety of all.

JONES, Elizabeth Inez Robson Jones (Abstracted from the December 14, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Elizabeth Inez Robson Jones, age 76, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday (Dec. 12, 2013) at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville following a sudden illness. Born in Blackshear on Dec. 20, 1936, she had lived in Pierce County most of her life. She was retired from The Blackshear Bank where she had been a bookkeeper. She was a member of Blackshear First Baptist Church. She was a kind and loving mother who adored her children and grandchildren and was affectionately known as “Nana.” She loved to read and could often be found working in her yard. She was a daughter of the late Linton and Irene Bowen Robson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Eldon Jones, her granddaughters, Meghan Gaskins and Mary Gaskins, both of her sisters, Clyde Wells and Jessie Dixon, and all four of her brothers, Walker Brown Herrin, Bruce Robson, Clinton Robson and Lewis Robson. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Lynn and Robbie Gaskins, of Blackshear; her son, Casey Jones, of Savannah; her grandson, Trey (Heather) Gaskins; three great-grandchildren, Chloe, Kylie and Brantlee Gaskins; three sisters-in- 146 law, Margaret (Jerry) Robson, Lee (June) Robson, both of Blackshear and Delores Robson, of Fair Oaks, CA; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Tuesday at First Baptist Church. Memorialization will be by cremation. Memorials may be made to the Pierce County Food Pantry, 705 College Ave., Blackshear, GA 31516; Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501; The Magnolia House, PO Box 1824, Waycross, GA 31502 or to a charity of one’s choosing. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Elnora James Jones (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 14 July 2020) On July 20, 1959 the world was blessed with a special gift. Elnora James Jones was born to Elijah James and Irene McCoy in Thomasville, GA. She was raised in the loving home of James and Irene Hart. Her parents, as well as her brother, Elmer Payne, all preceded her in death. Elnora grew up in the Miccosukee Community and attended Leon County Public Schools. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1978. On October 15, 1979, Elnora began a long and distinguished career with Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (now, Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare). She commenced her career as a Housekeeper and later transferred to Transportation where she eventually was promoted to Supervisor. From there, she ascended to Central Registration as a Patient Accounts Specialist, where she remained until she retired on April 25, 2019, after having worked for nearly 40 years. On March 10, 1985, Elnora James was united in Holy Matrimony to Clifford Jones. This union was blessed with two daughters, Temekia and Tamara. A superb cook, all of Elnora’s food was prepared to perfection. She took great joy in fixing delicious meals for family and friends. Anytime there were gatherings, those in attendance could not wait to find out what Elnora had prepared. When she was not cooking, she enjoyed gardening and spending time with her children and grandchildren. A devoted Christian, Sister Elnora Jones was a lifelong member of St. Paul Primitive Baptist Church of Tallahassee (Miccosukee), FL, where she served diligently with the Kitchen Committee, Women’s Ministry and Scholarship Ministry. She was a volunteer for Habitat for Humanities and member of the United Sons and Daughters of Joshua Lodge #10. On Tuesday, July 14, 2020, following a courageous battle with a prolonged illness, Elnora went Home to be with the Lord. Her love and memory will be cherished forever by her husband: Clifford Jones; daughters: Temekia Simmons and Tamara Jones; six grandchildren: Tamia Bruton, Jalen Simmons, Terance Bruton, Talia Bruton, Takayla Johnson and Taylor Jones; one great-grandchild: Aliyah Cooke; sisters: Rosa (George) Williams, Dorothy (Clint) Ringgold, Jeanette Lilly and Annie Lee Smith; brothers: James (Bernice) Hart, Mizell (Georgia Mae) Brown, Solomon (Yolanda) Hart, Jesse James and Elijah James; sisters-in-law: Delphine Payne, Essie Mae Jones and Loretta (Marvin) Davis; brothers-in-law: Roosevelt (Betty) Jones, B. J. (Lucille) Jones, James (Ruby) Jones and William (Marsha) Jones; great-aunt: Ruth Jeff Butler; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JONES, Estelle Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, March 2, 1962) Mrs. Estelle Jones, a former resident of Madison, passed away Tuesday in an Orlando hospital after a long illness. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Robert Becton; and one son, Herman Zeigler, both of Orlando; one grandchild; one sister, Mrs. Charles Jones, of Moorehaven; and one brother, Mallory Wells, of Madison. Funeral services were held Thursday in Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JONES, Ethel H. Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 14, 1970) Ethel H. Jones, age 81, died today at the MediCenter in Jacksonville after an extended illness. A native of Shady grove, she was active in the First Baptist of Perry and Eastern Star. The widow of the late James P. Jones, she also was a charter member of the Robert M. Hendry Memorial Methodist Church in Shady Grove. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Ralph E. Perkins of Jacksonville; and two brothers, Mamry Hendry of Cherry Lake and A. E. Hendry of Mosley Hall. Faircloth Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Ethel M. Bell Jones (Abstracted from the March 25, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ethel M. Bell Jones, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away Friday (March 21, 2014). She was born in Edison to the late John and Lillian Bell, Aug. 20, 1921. She was a devoted wife to the late Robert S. “Buck” Jones for 67 years. She was also predeceased by a son, John Ronald Jones. She is survived by 2 daughters and their husbands, Annice Jones (Sonny) Magann, Donna Faith Jones (David) Shepherd, both of Jacksonville, FL; a son and his wife, Robert E. “Bob” (Jan) Jones, of Covington; 12 grandchildren, Terri Bass (Terry) Lombardi, Shad Magann, Sean (Randy) Magann, Mandi Magann (Darin) Dellilo, Scott (Traci) Shepherd, Joshua (Tricia) Shepherd, Missey (Rob) Stehlin, John R. (Jessica) Jones, Robert E. “Chip” (Katie) Jones Jr., Traci Jones Burgess, Leann Jones (Shane) Thompson, Steven Tyler (Missey) Jones; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held Wednesday at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, 111 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, FL 32073. In lieu of flowers, 147 those desiring may send a contribution to the Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 or to Jamestown Baptist Church, 3800 ABC Ave.

JONES, Felicia Sue Jones (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home 9 January 2017) GREENVILLE: Felicia Sue Jones, age 56, of Cherry Lake, FL arrived as a gift of God on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1959 and returned to be with Him January 9, 2017 in Hahira, GA. She left behind her husband of 33 years, William Claude Jones of Cherry Lake, FL, her mother Edna Frances (Buddy) Sapp of Quitman, GA, her brother Damon Rogers of Barney, GA and her sister, Robin Rogers of Savannah, GA. She raised four children, Claudia Roxanne Jones, of Orange, TX, Claude A. Jones of Madison, FL, Bonita (Marcos) Roblero of Hahira, GA. and Jonathan (Barbara) Farris of Hahira, GA., who blessed her with ten grandchildren and one great grandson. Preceding her departure were her father John A. Rogers and her two brothers, Allen D. Rogers and Royce D. Rogers. She loved Jesus and attended both Beulah and Harmony Baptist Churches. Her funeral service will be Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Beulah Baptist Church, Nankin, GA. She will await the Resurrection at Oak Hill Cemetery, Quitman, GA. We look forward to seeing her again in Glory!

JONES, Frank Jones Jr. (Abstracted from the 3 August 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Frank Jones Jr., age 86, of 1427 Thomas St., Waycross, began his transition to glory Sunday (July 30, 2017) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House with his loved ones at his bedside. A native of Waycross, he was born Dec. 1, 1930 to the late Sarah Echols Jones Burdine and K.C. Jones. During his childhood, he was raised by his mother, uncle and aunt, H.J. and Shirley Echols. He had two sisters who preceded him in death, Alberta Jones Herrington and Aretha Jones Harris. At an early age he gave his life to the Lord. He was a 1952 honor graduate at the Center High School being recognized in the National Honor Society. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army. He was honorably discharged and relocated back home and began to work at various restaurants. He worked long hours at The Ware Hotel, The Elks Club and The Green Frog. In 1969, he began his career with CSX Transportation. He started as a chef and moved up in the company retiring as a utility operator in 1999. He retired with the name “The Living Legend.” Shortly after retiring, he worked as a short order cook at Jerry J’s Country Café. He was an influential man of God and was always encouraging the old and the young to stay with the Lord. He stood strong as a kingdom builder, pioneering leader, skilled carpenter, talented cook and an anointed gospel filled organ/piano player. He was known for being an excellent provider to his wife and family. He had a reputation at the Center High School for being one of the most sharp, well-groomed men in Ware County. His passion was playing the organ and he loved driving a luxury car. He was a family man who was well respected and loved throughout the community and various cities. He has been honored for his leadership, community service and outstanding achievements by a number of diverse civic leaders. He joined the First Born Church of the Living God, Inc. for more than 30 years. He served as the Waycross district field worker, church musician (under the tenure of Lillian Hollis) and church cook preparing for many national, diocese, district and local meetings. On Aug. 11, 1969, at the Hicks Temple First Born Church, Nahunta, the Lord gave him a vision to organize the Spiritual Restoration Organization. The Spiritual Restoration served as an aid to win souls for Christ to help the Waycross district while serving as the district fieldworker. As the movement began to grow many other reformations began to join. The Spiritual Restoration Organization is currently active today. He owned two buses that he used to pick up members of the mother church, and the Spiritual Restoration Organization. He was an energetic, expert carpenter specializing in house remodeling, new construction and other woodwork projects. He built beds, cabinets, countertops and dressers. He trained a number of junior carpenters. He constructed, installed, repaired and modified wooden and metal structures at the Elizabeth Baptist Church, Argyle, and Saint James Freewill Baptist, Nicholls. In his many homes, he continued to work around the house, installing wood cabinets until his health began to decline. In October 2016, re-roofed his utility house. As an executive chef, he was known for many dishes but everyone loved him for his Hawaiian fruit fritters. From 1999-2003 he served as the chef of the First Born Church Seminary and Training School. He owned and operated Jones Catering Services. The Jones family has spent countless hours laboring in the kitchen for church functions, weddings, family reunions, banquets and other events. He loved to serve and watch people enjoy his food. He was very confident and believed in a neat, beautiful presentation along with consistency of good taste. He traveled from Southeast Georgia to South Florida playing the organ and organizing church choirs for more than 50 years. Until his brief illness, he played the organ for four churches every Sunday. He was the minister of music at several churches, First Born Church (Mother Church), Bethel Temple First Born Church (Blackshear), First Born Church No. 2 (Hebardville), Spiritual Body Holiness Church (Alma), Brown’s Chapel A.M.E (Homerville), Saint James Freewill Baptist (Nicholls), New Mount Pleasant Baptist Church (Waycross), New Pleasant Grove (Waycross), Elizabeth Baptist Church (Argyle), New Elizabeth Baptist (Dixie Union) and Saint James Missionary Baptist (Patterson). He was a faithful musician who didn’t play for money, but his compensation came from the multitude of blessings from the Lord of life, health and strength. He leaves to cherish his memories his devoted wife who stood by faithfully by his side, Annie Lois Jones; continuing his legacy are his children, Sarah Francine (Ronald) Wilborn, Augusta, Rickey Laverne 148

Jones, Newton, AL, Cheryl Ann (Herschel) Swint, Jesup, Debra Elaine Jones, Jacksonville, FL, Jacqueline Cassandra (Donnell) Hill, Waycross, Miranda Yvonne (Bernard) Benson, Felicia Katrina Rogers, Dublin, and Antrena Lorann (Tyrone) Holloman, Waycross; 14 grandchildren, Didra Francine Wilborn, Helena Toray Wilborn, Ronald Rockeem Wilborn, Derick Tyrone (Whitney) Jones, Shantizia Nicole (Eric) Figgs Jr., De’Aira Lachelle Jones, Raja Shamar Bradley, Tyrone Franklin Holloman, Herschel Swint, Lashira Swint, Jarvares Swint, Antjuan L. Robertson, Myshuray F. Benson, Bernara Ary’ana Benson; nine great- grandchildren, Destiny, Deshodd, Mykell, Isaiah, Alayah, Amyah, Alirah, Eric III and Samuel; a special daughter-in-law, Pamela L. Jones; three close cousins, Jerome Wilcox, Trenton, NJ, Algertha Perry and Frank Taylor; one sister-in-law, Leatha Carnegie O’Neal; three brothers-in-law, Nathanial (Maxine) Robertson, Freddie (Jeannette) Robertson and Jackie Robertson, all of Waycross; and a host of special cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws. The funeral will be Saturday at H.J. Echols Memorial Tabernacle, 1120 H.J. Echols Drive, Waycross. Interment will follow in Hazzard Hill Cemetery with military honors. The cortege will assemble Saturday at 1427 Thomas St. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Freddie Mae Jones (Abstracted from the 8 December 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Freddie Mae Jones, age 59, of 603 Owens St., Waycross, passed away Saturday (Dec. 3, 2016) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House in Waycross with family members at her bedside. The funeral will be Saturday at Faith Works Church of God in Christ. Burial will be in the Oakland Cemetery. She was born June 20, 1957 to the late Eugene Rawls Sr. and Ruby Mae Rawls, in Pearson. She grew up in Waycross where she received her formal education from the public school system. On April 14, 2000 she was joined in holy matrimony to Jerome Evans Jones. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior and was a devoted member of Faith Works C.O.G.I.C. She was called from her earthly home to her Heavenly home after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Shirleen Latisha Rawls, and four siblings, Linda Mae Rawls, Robert Rawls, Joe Rawls and Clarence Rawls. She leaves to cherish her memories a loving husband, Jerome Evans Jones; a devoted son, Jimmy Moore Jr.; three sisters, Frances Milton and Rosa Mae Sanders all of Waycross; Wanda Sims of Pearson; three brothers, Charles Rawls of Willacoochee, Eugene Rawls Jr. and Bobby Rawls both of Waycross; mother-in-law, Vinnie Evans Jones; a sister-in-law, Vanessa Jones, and brother-in- law, Issac Jones all of Waycross; a host of aunts, uncles, special nieces, nephews and cousins. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Frederick Raynor Jones (Abstracted from the 12 April 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BATON ROUGE, LA — Frederick “Freddy” Raynor Jones, age 64, passed away April 8, 2019 in Baton Rouge, LA following an extended illness. He was born May 11, 1954 to the late Kirby Robert Jones and Kathryn Raynor Jones. He was a graduate of Charlton County High School and the University of Georgia. Jones began his journalism career as the sports editor of the Waycross Journal-Herald in 1976. He joined the staff of the Macon Telegraph in 1978, where he served as assistant sports editor. He was one of the state’s leading sports writers winning several awards. In 1983 he joined the staff of the Georgia Bulldog Magazine as editor for two years. He was named ticket manager at UGA in 1986 after serving a year as assistant manager. After his retirement as associate athletic director in charge of tickets at UGA, he worked for Pinnacle Bank from 2006-2015 where he served as vice president/business development officer. Jones is survived by his sons, James Frederick Jones and Bradley Raynor (Jen) Jones; three grandsons, James Braden Jones, Jackson Raynor Jones and Beauregard Andrew Jones; a brother, Kirby Robert (Barbara) Jones; two nieces, Sarah Jones (Justin) Chester, Tracey Jones (Sean) McQuaig, and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews and other relatives. A graveside funeral service will be at Pineview Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston.

JONES, Gerald Jones (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 March 2010) Mr. Gerald Jones, age 74, was born on October 19, 1935, to the late Adel and Ida Mae Jones in Broxton, GA. He attended Mary Hayes School. Later in life he moved to Florida and New York where he lived for several years. But as the years passed, he decided to move back to Broxton, Georgia where he was self-employed until his health began to fail. He also managed and was a part of many musical groups both gospel and secular. Gerald also loved his guitar with a great passion. He was preceded in death by two sons: the late Gerald Jones Jr. and Lotez Jones, also four brothers: the late David, Alphonso, Amos Milton and Eddie Lee Jones. Gerald was known to some as “James Brown” but to his siblings as “Bread.” He departed this life on Thursday, February 18, 2010, at Hospice Savannah after a brief illness. He leaves to cherish his memories 2 daughters: Pamela (Tyrone) Thompson of Miami, FL and Antoinette (Raleigh) Lewis of Douglas, GA; 2 sons: Alonzo (Carol) Jones of Miami, FL and Lil Bit of Sylvester, GA; 1 sister: Betty Jones of Broxton, GA; 4 brothers: Adel Jones, Horace (Diane) Jones, both of Broxton, GA, Ronald (Matilda) Jones of Orlando, FL and Donald (Elaine) of Sylvester, GA; 1 uncle: Clarence Evans of Douglas, GA; 12 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, 1 step-grandson; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. Gerald Jones 149 were Saturday, February 27, 2010, at the Church of God in Christ in Broxton, GA. Interment followed at Broxton City Cemetery in Broxton, GA. Final arrangements were entrusted to Harrell’s Funeral Home of Douglas, GA.

JONES, Gus Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 8, 1943) Gus Jones, well known legless colored man who rode around in a little goat wagon, died week before last and was buried in the Madison Cemetery. He was about 55 years old. Until his health failed, Gus did a remarkable amount of work and got around fine for one who had lost both legs. He lost his legs years ago in a train accident.

JONES, Harold Eugene Jones (Abstracted from the 26 July 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Harold Eugene Jones was born March 18, 1945 in Waycross to the late Ms. Annie Jones. He was educated in the Waycross School System. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and baseball. He was a people person and enjoyed doing and saying things to make people laugh, but he “kept it real” and there was no pretending about him. After a long illness in the Harborview Nursing Home, Harold gained his heavenly wings on July 20, 2019. Harold was a hard worker, employed as a cement finisher with King Edward Cigar Factory and lastly Carolina Skiff in Waycross. He was associated with the Antioch Baptist Church, Waycross. Harold was preceded in death by his mother; Ms. Annie Jones and his grandmother; Ms. Mary Jones. He leaves to cherish his memories, many devoted cousins and friends. The funeral service will be at Rainge Memorial Chapel on Saturday. The burial will be at the Blackshear City Cemetery.

JONES, Henry Eugene Jones (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 7 February 2020) Henry Eugene Jones was the fourth of eight children born Dec. 13, 1940, in Pittsburgh, PA. His parents were William and Danniebelle Jones. He was raised by his grandparents, Dan and Mrs. Cynabelle Jones in Mt. Clemens, MI. Henry was preceded in death by two children, Henry Eugene Jones, Jr. and Anita Jones; his parents; and four of his siblings, Bill, Roger, Danniebelle and Agnes Jones. Henry confessed Christ at an early age. At the age of eight, he was taught classical music by his grandmother. By the age of 15, gospel music became his focus. God called Henry to the ministry in 1999 at the Greater Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, Detroit, MI. He perfected his musical skills, began ministering through song, and directing church choirs in and around Detroit, MI, and Fayetteville and Stedman, NC. Henry acquired a vast collection of musical instruments and recording devices. He loved to praise the Lord at any opportunity and would strike up a “praise” session at any given moment with another musician. He was always making friends and “never met a stranger.” He was happy to be surrounded by old and new friends; even the dogs and cats in his apartment complex loved him. He also enjoyed woodcarving and gardening. After relocating to Tallahassee in 2006, he became the musician for Trinity United Presbyterian Church and St. Mary Primitive Baptist Church. Henry met the former Loretta Hayes and the two were married on February 24, 1977. Out of their abundance of love for God, they spread the Word of God through their inspiring and spirit-filled gospel duets. Henry worked for Chrysler Corporation in Detroit, MI for over 32 years, retiring in 2000. On Friday, February 7, 2020, while a patient at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, Henry went to rest in the bosom of the Lord. He leaves to cherish his memories, the love of his life, his wife: Loretta Jones; children: Erica (David) Robert, Detroit, MI, Belinda (David) Cowell, Grand Rapids, MI, Karla (Lewis) Montgomery, Harrison Township, MI, Omega (Carlos) Daniels, Clinton Township, MI, Yvette Jones, Detroit, MI, Taleka Jones, Fayetteville, NC, Darren Hayes and Nicole Morrisette, both of Clinton Township, MI; sisters: Cynthia Williams, Pine Bluff, AK and Paula Pearson of Stockton, CA; brother: Samuel Jones of Gustine, CA; 22 loving grandchildren; 14 great- grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relatives.

JONES, Henry H. Jones Sr. (Abstracted from the August 26, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Henry H. Jones Sr. will be held Tuesday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 702 Arnold McKinney Drive. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery with military honors. He was born Sept. 13, 1947 in Waycross to the late Fred Jones Sr. and Gracie Bryant Jones. He was the youngest child born to this union. “Brick,” as he was affectionately called, began his formal education in the Waycross Public School System where he attended Center High School but completed his educational requirements at Stanton High School in Jacksonville, FL, graduating in 1965. He furthered his education by attending the University of Phoenix and received a bachelor of science degree in business administration. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Vietnam War as a helicopter pilot. He was the recipient of the National Defense Service Medal, the ACFT CRWNM Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and a Purple Heart. In 2011, he retired from CSX railroad with 40-plus years of service. At the time of his retirement, he was director of mechanical operations in Jacksonville, FL. He departed this life Wednesday morning (Aug. 21, 2013) at his residence in Jacksonville, FL. 150

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Laurine Gibbs Dixon. He leaves to cherish his memory a devoted and loving wife, Barbara Childs Jones; three daughters, Shamekia Jones, of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Yolanda Jones Thomas (Kenneth), of Chesapeake, VA, and Heather Jones, of Waycross; two sons, Henry Harold Jones Jr., of Jacksonville, FL, and Teiresias Jones (Sabrina), of Lithonia; three sisters, Jimmie Mallory, of Sacramento, CA, Mary Brooks and Linda Jones, both of Jacksonville, FL; three brothers, Fred Jones Jr. (Mary), Maurice Jones, both of Waycross, and Charles Jones (Willie Mae), of Lancaster, CA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ezeka Dukes, of Miami, FL, Gene A. Dukes, of Deland, FL, Gloria Dobson, Lois Holmes, Willierene Porter (John), Mildred Regulus and Marian Childs, all of Waycross; several grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Friends are being received at the residence of John and Willierene Porter, 901 Martin Luther King Drive. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JONES, Iris Jeanette Jones (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL July 8th, 2014) Iris Jeanette Jones was summoned home to her eternal rest on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 in Rochester, NY. Iris was born on April 4, 1957. She graduated from Jefferson County High in 1975. Iris moved to Rochester shortly thereafter and was employed by the City of Rochester until her illness forced her into retirement. Iris was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Cheri L. Kyler of Rochester, her father Clarence Jones Sr., two brothers: Harvey L Jones of Rochester and Benny F Jones of Orlando and one sister: Rutha Mae Jones. Iris is survived by her loving and devoted mother, Eddie L. Jones, 3 brothers, Johnny L. Jones of Ft Myers, Clarence Jones Jr. and Don C. Jones, 3 sisters: Bernell Jones of Rochester, Juanita Jones and Debra D. Jones, and a host of sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Iris has gone home, but she will never be forgotten! We will always love you! R.I.P baby girl!

JONES, Isaac Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 15, 1960) Isaac Jones, age 58, died Wednesday at the U of F Medical Center in Gainesville. He was a brother of Mrs. J. C. Clyatt and nephew of Miss Cora Smith of Madison. Survivors include his wife, one son, Phil Jones, and two daughters, Carolyn Jones and Mrs. Don Hester, all of Gainesville; five sisters, Mrs. Clyatt, of Madison; Mrs. Walter Folks, of Daytona Beach; and Mrs. Julius Griffin, Mrs. C. O. Murray, and Mrs. Nita Gunner, all three of Gainesville; and two brothers, Randell Jones and Archie Jones, both of Gainesville. The funeral is today [Friday] in Gainesville at the Jones-Johnson Funeral Homes with burial in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

JONES, Jack Jones (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 16 April 2018) Funeral services for Jack Jones, age 84 of Thomasville, GA will be Thursday, April 19, 2018 at Rose City Church of God, 2750 N. Pinetree Blvd Thomasville, GA. Burial will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mr. Jones passed away on April 16, 2018. Mr. Jones was born on October 5, 1933 in Boston, GA. He was the son of the late Leroy and Edith Reeves Jones. He received his education from Patten Elementary and graduated from Pavo High School where he was a member of the FFA. He worked for the Georgia Forestry Commission before joining the United States Navy and serving on the USS Rockbridge APA 228. He also worked at Sunnyland Packing Company for 10 years. He worked at Southwestern State Hospital for 24 years in the Engineering Department from which he retired in 1995. After his retirement he was a greeter at Wal-Mart for many years. He was a member of Rose City Church of God where he sang in the choir and was President of Young at Heart for many years. On December 29, 1978 he married Norma Jean Heald Jones. He loved to go fishing with his wife and cook and eat the fish that they caught. He was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking for his family and his church. He liked to sing special songs with his wife. He was a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife Norma Jean Jones of Thomasville, sons, Ronald (Mae) Willism Grantville, PA, George Jones, Middletown, PA, Richard (Shannon) Jones, Lakeland, FL, daughters, Patti Gilmore, Thomasville, Jeanette Atkinson, Thomasville, four grandchildren, Jack Willis, New York, Dr. Meagan M. Wood, Mississippi, Cori (Chad) Johnson, Kentucky, Steve Jones, Pennsylvania, and three great grandchildren, two brothers, Tom (Betty Jane) Jones, Barwick, Dan (Jan) Jones, Thomasville, a sister, Ellen (Tony) Eaton, Tifton, brother-in law, Emory Heald, Thomasville and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Leon Jones and Jerrell Jones. Whiddon- Shiver Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

JONES, Jacquelin Delores Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 29, 1959) Jacquelin Delores Jones, age 6, died in a Gainesville hospital Thursday May 21st, from a heart ailment. Survivors are her parents, Beatrice and Squire Jones, Jr.; five brothers; grandmothers Lizzie Taylor and Willie Jones and grandfather Squire Jones, Sr.,

151 all of Madison and other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday May 24th in the New Zion Baptist Church at Greenville with interment in the church cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral home was in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Jalen Paul Jones (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 26 January 2021) Jalen Paul Jones was born January 26, 2003 in Leon County, Florida to Tonya Green and Khalfani Paul Jones. His grandparents, Tobbie Green and Connie Copeland, preceded him in death. Jalen was obtaining his education in the public schools of Leon County. He was a sophomore at Rickards High School. On April 27, 2015, Jalen confessed Christ as his personal Savior and joined St. Phillips Episcopal Methodist Church in Tallahassee. He was a handsome, bright, loving son and best friend to his mom, brother and everyone who was blessed to meet him. He loved helping others with no limitations. Jalen was delightful, generous, respectful, humorously funny, energetic and compassionate in the purest way. He demonstrated this by embracing you with his “make everything alright” hug and warm smile. His love for God and family surpassed his soul and proved that he was truly a gift from God! Jalen was an avid basketball athlete and possessed great skills from an early age. He also enjoyed being adventurous by traveling, writing, performing music, and volunteering in countless ways, just to help. He was faithfully dedicated to his various hobbies and worked with hopes of taking care of those he loved the most: his mom, brother and loves ones. On Tuesday, January 26, 2021, Brother Jones answered the Master’s call and is now resting in the arms of his loving Savior. He leaves to cherish precious memories, his mother: Tonya Green of Tallahassee, FL; father: Khalfani Paul (Erika) Jones of Orlando, FL; loving brother: Khalfani D. Jones; grandparents: Jasper and Thelma Jones of Orlando, FL; special grandparents: Otis and Elsie Dixon, Jr.; special aunts: Adria Twanna (Otis) Dixon, Tallahassee, FL, Tobeka Green, Bowie, MD and Pamela Malone of Clewiston, FL; great-aunts: Mae Alice Williams, Leola Copeland and Juanita Powell, all of Tallahassee, FL; special cousins: Kelvin and Jayden Knox, both of Tallahassee, FL; along with numerous other relatives.

JONES, James Jones Sr. – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 6 March 2021) February 18, 1943 - March 6, 2021

JONES, James Carl Jones Jr. (Abstracted from the 6 March 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) James Carl Jones Jr., 84, of Blackshear died Tuesday (March 5, 2019) at the Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. He was born in Charlton County near the Traders Hill Community to the late James Carl Jones Sr. and Martha Agnes Jones. He was the founder of The Jones Company, Flash Foods, Inc., Walker-Jones Automotive Group and served as PrimeSouth Chairman Emeritus until his death. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Iris Alderman and Lafayne Thomas. He is survived by his wife, Carole Jones of Blackshear; three children, Jimmy Jones (wife, Laurie) of Waycross, Patrick Jones (wife, Kara) of Blackshear, Roger Jones of Waycross; seven grandchildren, Mindy Lee, Brandon Jones (wife, Audrey), Jade Jones, Jenna Jones, Ashley Crews (husband, Eric), Amber Roppe (husband, Steven), and Ansley Jones; 10 great-grandchildren, Llewyn Jones, Ryker Lee, Slade Lee, Logan Lee, Chloe Crews, Isabella Crews, Liam Crews, Cole Roppe, Grey Webb and Alexander Dewitt; a sister, Sylvia Woolard (husband, Clyde), of Glennville; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be at First Baptist Church in Blackshear. A private family burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, Ga. 31501.

JONES, Jimmie Jones (Abstracted from John Bullard 14 April 2020) Jimmy Jones departed this life Wednesday, April 1, 2020. A private service will be held Saturday, April 18, 2020 at Cooks & Cooper Chapel, 162 SW Third Ave, Madison, Florida. 850-973-6666. Brother Jimmy Jones was born in Perry, FL on December 12, 1974 to the late Doris (Pap) Jones and Catherine Gross Robinson. Jimmy joined Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church in Madison, FL. He was employed by Pompanette Incorporated in Tampa, FL and loved shopping and traveling. He departed this life on April 1, 2020 in Tampa, FL. Jimmy was preceded in death by his father: Doris (Pap) Jones; maternal grandparents: Samuel & Maggeline Blue Gross; paternal grandparents: Henry Sr. & Willie Mae Jones; aunts: Mary Gross & Joyce Gross Clemons. Jimmy leaves to cherish his memories: mother: Catherine Gross Robinson; two sisters: Sherry Fuller Jones (Rufus) and Angela Nevell Jones; three brothers: Don Shelton Gaines (Geneath), TeWayne Jones (Pamela) and Anthony Terrell Jones; nieces: Cierra Fuller, Felecia Williams, Tamara Robinson, Rene Jones, Tandeshia Gaines, Dontavia Gaines and Aniyah Jones; nephews: Zion Jones, Jarquis Jones, TeWayne Jones Jr. and Jaidyn Jones; aunts: Olivia Gross Hurskin (Kenneth), Karen Gross, Christina Gross Love (Lewis), Janice Gross Brown and Rosetta Gross Johnson; and uncle: Vincent Gross.

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(Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 22 June 2017) Mr. Joe Zay Jones, age 66, passed away on June 22, 2017 in Perry, FL. Joe was born April 20, 1951 in Bonifay, FL to Leo Maxwell Jones and Eloise June Bouey Jones. Joe honorably served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam era and Gulf War. He was of the Baptist Faith, he worked with as a Millwright with numerous mills for over 40 years. Joe was preceded in death by his parents Leo Maxwell Jones and Eloise June Bouey Jones and his sister Jessica Jones. Joe is survived by his two daughters Brandi (Mark) Lancaster of Douglasville GA and Kathy Smith (Chet) Long of Douglasville GA; and six grandchildren; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. A Graveside service will be Sunday, June 25, 2017 at Oakland Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JONES, Johnnie Jones Sr. (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/08/deacon-johnnie-jones-sr/) Deacon Johnnie Jones Sr., was born June 7, 1937, in Baldwin, AL. He was caring, loving and a God-fearing man. He was faithful to God and trusted God with his whole heart, soul, and mind. Deacon Jones was a man of wisdom, integrity and peace. He looked to God to guide him and to direct his path. He knew the difference between God’s plan and his own. He took confidence in the plan of God for his life. He accepted his role as the spiritual head of his household. He was a hard worker, a man of action who knew how to get things done. Teaching by example, Deacon Jones instilled good work ethics and values in his children. He was a source of hope, inspiration, life and love. On Monday, July 29, the Lord declared, well done, good and faithful servant, you have been faithful, rest from your labor and enter into the joy of your Master. He is preceded in death by his mother: Willie B. Jones and his wife, Marietta Jones, whom he loved dearly. Deacon Jones leaves his legacy of faith to his two children: Johnnie Jones, Jr. (Paula), Johnnie Riley (Thelma); his seven step-children whom he raised as his own: Edwin, Eric, Danivan, Joseph, Wendell, Keith and Altemese; his three sisters: Mattie Crumpton (Willie), Rosa Lewis (Fred) and Mary Verdell; three brothers: Andy Jones (Sandra), Roman Jones (Linda) and Roy Verdell (Clementine); three sisters-in-law; two brothers-in-law; one uncle: Daniel Jenkins (Ann); a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and host of nieces, nephews and extended family. The Celebration of Life for the late Deacon Johnnie Jones, Sr. will be Saturday, August 3, 2019, at Tabernacle Church of God in Christ. Interment, Silver Run Cemetery. Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

JONES, Joseph Jones (Abstracted from the 13 June 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Joseph “Ted” Jones, age 88, died Tuesday (June 11, 2019) at his residence following a short illness. He was a native of and lived most of his life in Waycross. He served in the United States Navy and retired after 20 years of service. He was also a correctional officer at Ware State Prison where he was known as “Bully” Jones. He attended Bethel Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Fred S. Jones Sr. and Veda Marr Jones. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Ann Hall Jones, and his siblings. Survivors include his son, James Jones (wife, Patricia) of Waycross; a daughter, Veda Burke (husband, Bo) of Waycross; two grandchildren, Jack Burke and Bruce Burke both of Waycross; and two great-grandchildren, Destiny Franzen and Dalton Franzen. A funeral will be at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

JONES, Josephine W. Jones (Abstracted from the January 16, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Josephine W. Jones, 85, of Jacksonville, FL, will be Saturday at Elizabeth Baptist Church, Church Street, Argyle. She was born April 25, 1928 in Sycamore (Turner County) to late Joe Whitehead and Joy Lynn Tolver Whitehead. After the death of her mother when she was a young child she moved to Argyle (Clinch County) to live with her sister and brother-in-law, Fannie Mae Green and E. R. Green. She lived in Clinch County until 2008 when she moved to Jacksonville, FL, to live with her daughter because of health reasons. She joined Elizabeth Baptist Church at an early age where she served faithful as “Mother of the Church,” as a deaconess and a member of the kitchen committee. She loved to cook. She was also a member of the local chapter of the NAACP. “Little Ma,” “Cootney” and “Josie,” as she was affectionately known, departed this life on Friday (Jan. 10, 2014) at her residence in Jacksonville, FL after an illness. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, James Taylor, second husband, W. J. Reese, third husband, Alvin Jones, two children, Bobbie Jean Taylor Mann and Larry Jones. Those left to cherish her memories include 3 children, Shirley Livingston (Santiago), Eliase Reese (Berlyn), both of Jacksonville, FL, and Ronald Jones (Cynthia), of Argyle; a daughter-in-law, Lillie Pearl Jones, of Homerville; an adopted daughter, Shirley Jones, of Jacksonville, FL; a sister, Mary Inez Williams, of Tallahassee, FL; 14 grandchildren; a god child, Twawalla Mincey, of Jesup; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery, Homerville. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home of Homerville.

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JONES, Julia Lillian Jones (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 23 June 2015) Mrs. Julia Lillian Jones, age 66, of Douglas, GA, passed away Friday, June 19, 2015, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Jones was born on January 23, 1949, in Saginaw, MI, to Marilyn Louise Simerson Case and the late Gilbert Freeman Case. Survivors include her daughter, Stacy (Terry) Hodge of Oviedo, FL; her mother, Marilyn Case of Michigan; 4 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial service for family and friends will be Sunday, June 28, 2015, at 63 HR Williams Lane, Douglas, GA, and a luncheon will also be held. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Junior Ray Jones (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 2 March 2018) Junior Ray Jones, age 57, of Lakeland, GA passed away Friday, March 2, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Lakeland, GA to the late Wallace Lee and Evelyn Bailey Jones. Junior was a “Jack of all trades”, if it needed fixed, he could do it, he enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of Brownings Chapel. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Herman Freddie Jones and a sister-in-Law, Deletha Jones. Survivors include his two brothers & daughter-in-law, Wilbur Lee & Brenda Jones of Nashville, GA and Harley Jones of Lakeland; sister, Bertie Rodgers of Adel, GA; several nieces, nephews and extended family members. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, March 7, 2018 in Fender Cemetery. The Jones Family is being cared for by the compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services.

JONES, Kenneth Jones (Abstracted from Kenneth Jones | Valdosta Today) Kenneth (Kenny) Jones, age 75, of Valdosta passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020 at his residence. He was born on May 1, 1945 in St. Joseph, MI. His parents were the late Elmer Meadows Jones, Mattie Lucille Chaney Jones and Helen Florence Jones. Kenny worked at SAFT and was a Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Clara Jones of Valdosta, son, David Jones (Jaime), Baden David Jones, grandson, Tyler LaPlante, all of Valdosta, son, Brian Jones (Kristen) and grandchildren, Anderson and Emily Jones, all of Louisville, OH, brothers, Richard Cowart and Troy Cowart, sister, Hazel, several nieces and nephews. Mr. Jones is predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Elizabeth Herndon and Christine Mead. Graveside funeral services will be and burial will be at Sunset Hill Cemetery. Carson McLane Funeral Home.

JONES, Kenneth Lawrence Jones (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 20 September 2010) Mr. Kenneth Lawrence Jones, age 56, of Willacoochee, GA, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness. Mr. Jones, a native of Berrien County, was an electrician by trade. He was the son of the late George Hugh Max Jones. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era. Survivors include: his wife: Anita Kay Fleming Jones of Willacoochee, GA; children: Bryan Jones of Greensboro, NC; Brandon Jones of Portland, OR and Jennifer Jones (Lane) Jurney of Greensboro, NC; step-daughter: Rhonda May of Pleasant Garden, NC; mother: Lola Mae Crosby Jones of Willacoochee, GA; step-father: Harry Smith of Pearson, GA; 2 sisters: Pam (Randy) Tucker of Pearson, GA and Pat Smith of Willacoochee, GA; 1 brother: Dale Crosby of Texas; 6 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Sunday, September 12, 2010, at the Willacoochee Church of God. The interment followed in the Willacoochee City Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Kyrie Elijah Ace Jones (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 11 April 2020) Little baby boy Kyrie Elijah Ace Jones was born in Tallahassee, FL on January 22, 2020. He was the son of Kayla Charlette McCall. Little Kyrie brought true joy to all who knew him. He was a vibrant and happy child, who was fastly growing beyond his age. On Saturday, April 11, 2020 Kyrie was welcomed into God’s Kingdom to become a special little angel. His love and memory will be cherished forever by his mother: Kayla Charlette McCall; maternal great-grandmother: Lonnie Wilson, both of Tallahassee, FL; aunts: RaShunda (Jarvis) Kenon, Tallahassee, FL, Jenell McCall and Trina McCall, both of Albany, NY; uncle: Michael Colson, Jr. of Tallahassee, FL; and a host of other loving relatives.

JONES, Larry Kenneth Jones (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, December 19th, 2014) Services for Larry Kenneth "Kenny" Jones, age 60, are Sunday, Dec. 21, 2014 at First Baptist Church, Thomasville. He was member of Boston Baptist Church. Interment will be held at Philadelphia Baptist Church Cemetery in Quitman for family and 154 close friends. Pallbearers are nephews of Mr. Jones; Clint Jones, Ryan Lago, Jeremy Cousins, Justin Lodge, Adam Lodge, Austin Lodge, and Kevin Booth. Mr. Jones went to live with Jesus on December 19, 2014 at Archbold Memorial Hospital after a brief illness with cancer. Born in Thomasville, August 7, 1954, he was the son of Hazel M. Jones of Thomasville and the late Roland Knight Jones Sr. of Perry, FL. Mr. Jones was a true sportsman all his life; one who took hunting and fishing farther than a trophy, but someone who also got involved in protecting wildlife and was a steward of the land. Mr. Jones started his work career as the nuclear project manager with General Electric Company, Installation and Service Engineering Division. He was the founder, President, and CEO of United Welding Services in Perry, FL, Thomasville, and Blackwell, TX. He sold his very successful company and lived his retirement on the water and in the woods. Mr. Jones is survived by his wife, Lila L. Jones and his 5 children, Blake (Allyson) Jones, of Thomasville; Jennifer (Chad) Ryan, of Thomasville; Cade (Sheena) Jones, of Louisiana; Jeremy (Keri) Johnson, of Coolidge; and Blair (Laura) Jones, of Lake Park; 2 brothers, Roland (Linda Faye) Knight Jones Jr, Al (Sherry) Jones and 2 sisters, Sherri (Reese) Downs and Mary Ellen Jones. Surviving in-laws include Linda (Bill) Booth, Larry (Sharon) Lodge and mother-in-law Dorothy B. Lodge. He also leaves behind 6 grandchildren, Haley Jones, Breanna and Hunter Ryan, Clay Johnson, Presley Jones, and Landon Jones.

JONES, Mrs. Loura A. Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 3, 1947) Mrs. Loura A. Jones, 68, died last Friday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George W. Breare, at Mayo. She was a native of the Lee community in Madison County, but had lived in Mayo the last eight years with the daughter. In addition to Mrs. Breare, she is survived by two brothers, D. W. and T. N. Webb, both of Madison, and one sister, Mrs. O. D. McMullen of Lee. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in Corinth Primitive Baptist Church near Lee.

JONES, Laura Johns Jones (Abstracted from the 16 January 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Laura Johns Jones, age 83, of Blackshear, passed away Monday (Jan. 12, 2015) at the Pierce County Nursing Home. Born in Hoboken, Sept. 15, 1931, she lived in Pierce County all of her adult life. She was a homemaker and volunteered as a Pink Lady at the Pierce County Nursing Home and as a personal sitter. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, loved to read and help others and dearly loved spoiling her grandchildren. She was a daughter of the late Benton H. and Mary Rosella Jacobs Johns. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Randall Edward Jones Sr., a daughter, Margaret Hill, two sons, Randall Edward Jones Jr. and Henry Jackson Jones, and her sister, Lenell Hand. Survivors include 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Louise (Robert) Sauls, of Blackshear, and Linda (Bill) Music, of Hazlehurst; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, John (Linda) Jones and Jesse (Stacey) Jones, all of Blackshear; 1 sister-in-law, Beatrice Johns, of Tennessee; 21 grandchildren; 44 great- grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral was held Thursday at the Pearson-Dial Funeral Home. Interment was in the Shiloh Cemetery. Active pallbearers were her grandsons, Robbie Sauls, Andy Jones, Melvin Music, Keith Hill, Jason Jones, Bryan Hill, Jeremy Jones and Nathan Quinn. Memorials may be made to the Southeast Cancer Unit, P.O. Box 2764, Waycross, GA 31502.

JONES, Leila Chester Jones (Abstracted from the August 6, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Leila Chester Jones, 100, died Sunday (Aug. 4, 2013) at Waycross Health and Rehab following a brief illness. She was a native of Blackshear, a former resident of Douglas for 20 years, and lived most of her life in Ware County. She was preceded in death by her first husband, James David Chester, and her second husband, Troy A. Jones. She was also preceded in death by her parents, William L. Sweat and Mattie Altman Sweat, and her son, Bill Chester. She retired as information desk receptionist with Satilla Regional Medical Center in 1988 after 20 years of service. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, of Waycross. The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to Waycross Health and Rehabilitation and to Hospice Satilla for all of the love and care shown to her. Survivors include a daughter, Beth Spaulding (husband John), of Waycross; five grandchildren, Elaine O’Neal, of Atlanta, Lisa Deal Smith (husband Harold), of Waycross, Lori Deal Dixon (husband Derrell), of Blackshear, Nancy Bowman (husband Zack), of Waycross, and John Jacob Spaulding, of Waycross; seven great-grandchildren, Allison Mitchell, of Atlanta, James David Burke, of Brunswick, Jeana Nicole Burke, of Charleston SC, Cristen Elise Mimbs, of Waycross, Justin Derrell Dixon and Brian Keith Dixon, both of Blackshear, and Katherine Bowman, of Waycross; five great-great- grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Chester, of Atlanta; a brother, Bill Sweat (wife Marie), of Waycross; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives including a special niece, Susan Cason (husband Ben), of Waycross. Memorial donations may be made to Waycross Health and Rehabilitation, 1910 Dorothy St., Waycross, GA 31501 or to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen St., Waycross, GA 31501. A graveside service was to be held Tuesday at Greenlawn Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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JONES, Leo J. Jones Jr. (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL October 24th, 2013) Leo J. Jones Jr. (Pie) 56 was born May 10, 1957 to the late Leo Jones Sr. and Elizabeth Anderson Jones of Monticello. He departed his life on October 19, 2013. Pie confessed Christ on July 18, 1971 and joined Greater St. John Church of Monticello, FL. He attended the Public Schools of Jefferson County. He leaves to cherish precious memories and love: the mother of his children Deloris Scurry of Monticello, FL; 3 loving and caring daughters: Annie K. Jones of Monticello, FL, Elizabeth (Marcus ) Hines of Tallahassee, FL and Rosetta Scurry of Monticello, FL ; 3 sons: Leo J. Jones III of Tallahassee, FL, Clarence Jones and Cleve Jones both of Monticello, FL; 7 grandchildren; 1 sister Carrie ( Antonio) Soria of Monticello, FL; 1 brother William (Martha) Jones of Monticello, FL; 1 uncle: Lacey Jones of Tallahassee, FL, 5 aunts: Annie Mae Jones, Rainey Jones, Dennie Anderson all of Monticello, FL and Alice Jones of Tallahassee, FL; 1 special aunt, Daisy Johnson of Miami, FL; a special niece: Annie Jones of Monticello, FL; along with numerous nephews, nieces, and other relatives. Hagan & Bradwell Funeral Service, 175 N. Railroad St, Monticello, FL (850) 997-1300 is in charge of the service. Funeral service will be Saturday, October 26, 2013 at Memorial M.B. Church.

JONES, Linda Lou Dial Jones (Abstracted from the 1 February 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Linda Lou Dial Jones, age 69, died Friday (Jan. 29, 2016) in Jacksonville, FL, following a short illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross and retired long distant telephone operator with AT&T (formerly Southern Bell/Bell South) following 30 years of employment. She was a member of Pineview Baptist Church in Waresboro and the Telephone Pioneers of America. She was a daughter of the late Violus Vester Dial and Ada Strickland Dial. She is survived by her 3 children, Dianna Lynn (Donald Keith) White of Thompson Station, TN, Lucinda Ann Jones (Gilbert Teel) of Calhoun, and Leslie Christina (Ronnie) Taylor of Waycross; 1 step-daughter, Patricia (Mike) Steadtmueller of Baxley; 3 grandchildren, Nolan Anderson Proctor, Logan Christopher Taylor and Reagan Elaina Taylor; 3 brothers, Virgil Quitman (Jo Ann) Dial of Homerville, William Henry Dial of Waycross, and Jack Dennis (Juanita) Dial of Panama City, FL; her former husband, Roger N. Jones of Waycross; many treasured nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was “The Rock” for many. A funeral will be Tuesday at Pineview Baptist Church. Burial will follow in High Bluff Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

JONES, Linda P. Hill Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald June 10, 2011) HOMERVILLE- A celebration of life service for Linda Patricia Hill Jones will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at St. Paul Baptist Church in Homerville with the church pastor, the Rev. Amos Lee, delivering words of comfort. The body will lie in repose Saturday at the church from noon until the hour of service. Interment will be in Pine Forest Cemetery. She was born March 7, 1967 in Thomasville, to Ola Mae Davis Hill and the late Robert Hill Sr. She received her formal education from the public school system of Thomasville. She departed this life Friday (June 3, 2011) at her residence in Clinch County after a brief illness. At an early age, she moved to Miami, Fla., where she lived until 1997 when she relocated to Homerville. She was kind and loving; her congenial character won a place in the hearts of those privileged to have known her. Her favorite items were her computer, her music, her perfume and her telephones. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Hill Jr. and Allen Jerome Hill, her maternal grandparents, Henry and Evelyn Tillman, and her paternal grandparents, Giles and Ola E. Hill. Those left to cherish her memories include her mother, Ola M. Hill, of Miami, FIa.; a loving and devoted companion, Benjamin Edward Jr., of Homerville; five children, Yakeshia Hill, Cecilia Smith (Adrian), both of Homerville, Latoya Heath, Cecil Jones and Jonathan Jones, all of Miami, Fla.; six grandchildren, Jemca Bighams, Jakar Hill, Yateriah Davis, Victoria Smith, all of Homerville, Kyshon Davis and Shaniya Davis, both of Miami, Fla.; two sisters, Evelyn Washington, of Miami, Fla., and Chestine Williams (Deacon Gordon Sr.), of Homerville; two brothers, Ronnie L, Hill (Marcel) and Johnny Lee Hill, both of Miami, Fla.; three aunts, Julia Ivey (Dr. Theo), Jimmie Chandler, both of Thomasville, and Claretha Hill, of Cooligen; two uncles, Willis Hill and Robert Tillman, both of Thomasville; four nephews, Ronnie Hill, Antwan Hill, both of Miami, Fla., Gordon William II, of the U. S. Marines, and Montario Royals, of Homerville; extended family members including Grady and Ethel Gordon and family of Quitman, Theodore Pressley, of Miami, Fla.; Deacon Benjamin Edward Sr. and Shirley and family, Horace and Valarie Williams and family, all of Homerville; and numerous cousins; other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the home of her daughter, Yakeshia Hill, 136 Craig St., Homerville. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JONES, Loretta Avant Jones (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 28 December 2011) Mrs. Loretta Avant Jones, age 81, of Jacksonville, GA, died December 12, 2011, at Shady Acres Health and Rehab in Douglas. Mrs. Jones was the daughter of the late Lucian Eugene and Thelma Lee Hall Avant and was the widow of Howard Jackson Jones. 156

She was born November 30, 1930, in Wheeler County. She was a homemaker, a member of Blockhouse Baptist Church and had retired from Roper. Survivors include three sisters, Geraldine Avant Graham of Perry, JoAnn (Alton) Harper of Broxton and Ruth Jones Blizzard of Phoenix City, AK. Funeral services were Wednesday, December 14, 2011, at Blockhouse Baptist Church in Jacksonville. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Lowe’s Funeral Home of Helena has charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Louise Drury Jones (Abstracted from the April 2, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HORTENSE — Louise Drury Jones, age 87, of Hortense, passed away Monday (March 31, 2014) at her residence following an extended illness. Born in Hortense, she was the daughter of Samuel Claiborne Mills Drury and Daisy Nevada Jacobs Drury. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James “Jimmy” Franklin Jones Sr., her son, Jon E. Jones, a great-grandchild, Brett Strickland, five brothers, Morris Drury, Bill Drury, Vernon Drury, Spencer Drury and Marvin Drury, seven sisters, Lucille Parker, Eloise Yancy, Beulah Blocker, Thelma Coleman, Vera Church, Daisy Middleton and Christine Brizendine. She was the oldest member of Waynesville Baptist Church. She played the piano and organ for more than 60 years. She was postmaster for the United States Postal Service in Waynesville for many years before retiring, and loved going to the postmaster conferences. She loved basketball, working in her yard, singing and playing golf. She also taught at the old Waynesville Elementary School in her younger years. Survivors include 3 children, Anna “Lynn” Jones Chapman, of Hortense, James Franklin “Jimbo” Jones, of Patterson, and Sammy Drury, of Hortense; 10 grandchildren, Robin (Joe) Eubanks, Sean (Courtney) Chapman, Roxanne Pickren, Shane Chapman, Melanie (Jesse) Strickland, Valerie (Keith) Martin, Jamie (Wayne) Pinkerton, Jennifer Murray, Brandon Jones and Jeremy (Jessica) Jones; 32 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Thursday at Waynesville Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery, Waynesville. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

JONES, Mamie Lee Jones – Death Announcement (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/02/mamie-lee-jones/) Mrs. Mamie Lee Jones, age 71, Valdosta, departed this walk of life on January 24, 2019. Home Going Service, at Mt. Carmel Holiness Church. Interment, Pallbearers Cemetery.-Harrington Funeral Home.

JONES, Marcus Antonio Jones Sr. (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida April 12, 2011) On Sunday, April 10, 2011 God called to rest Deputy Marcus Jones Sr. Marcus was born on November 15, 1970 in Suwannee County to his loving parents Alvin and Mildred Jones. He was converted at a young age and joined Sweet Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Marcus was a very affectionate person to his family, friends and everyone he made contact with. His life reflected great dignity in himself understanding who he was and what he was sent on earth to do, serve. Marcus graduated from Suwannee County High School in 1989, and then furthered his education at North Florida Community College with a Degree in Criminal Justice. There after Marcus sought a job with the Madison County Police/ Sheriff Department, where he served faithfully for the past 16 years. Deputy Jones loved his job; every day was an adventure as he would sometimes say “Never a Dull Moment”. He fulfilled his purpose of making an impact in other’s lives. Cherishing his loving memories, he leaves behind his loving wife Priscilla Jones, 3 Sons: Darius Hanley, Marcus Jr., Mar’Quez and Mar’Kavious Jones; a Daughter: Savannah Jones. His loving Parents Alvin and Mildred Jones of Live Oak, FL. His Brothers: Alvin Jones (Peggy) of Tampa, FL. Douglas Jones Sr. of Live Oak, FL. Allison Jones Sr. who preceded him in death (Tabitha) of Atlanta, Ga. Sisters: Vicki Jones-Gainer, Willa Jones- Choice (Daniel), Yolanda Jones, of Live Oak, FL. Mother-in-law Vera Hill (Earl) of Madison FL., father-in-law Johnny Mack Mitchell Sr. of Madison FL., and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, brothers /sister’s in-laws. His dedicated second parents Ben and Tracy Bowen of Madison FL. Very special friends Dupree Roberson and Joe Holland along with many other sorrowing co-workers and friends.

JONES, Margaret Ann Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Jun 7th, 2011) Margaret Ann Jones, age 79, died Monday, June 6, 2011 at her home in Madison. Graveside funeral services will be held Thursday, at 11 a.m., June 9, 2011 at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Madison. She was born in Fitzgerald, Ga., and lived in Madison all her life. She was a member of the Bridge Club, the Audrey Newman Circle and was a member of First Methodist Church. She is survived by a daughter: Cindy Stanland of Madison; grandson, Chris Stanland; and sister, Patsy Sanderson (Bud) of Madison. She was preceded in death by her parents, Otis and Omer Hodnett.

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Mrs. Marie Jones, age 89, passed away on July 17, 2020 in Perry, FL. Marie was born June 1, 1931 in Branford, FL to Oscar Swails and Gladys Milford Swails. Mrs. Jones was of the Baptist faith and was a longtime member of Southside Baptist Church, where she tended to the nursery, and taught Sunday School. Marie worked as an Assistant to County Agent at the County Extension office for many years back in the 60’s and early 70’s. She really enjoyed gardening, and canning her own vegetables. She was a seamstress and she liked to crochet. In her spare time she would like to fish on the Suwanee. Marie was preceded in death by her daughter Linda Marie Chammoun, her granddaughter Sara Jones, her parents Oscar and Gladys Swails, her sisters Pat Baggett, and Adele Wheeler, and her brother Edsel Swails. Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband of 69 years Mr. Ray Jones; her sons Al Jones (Julie) and Bill Jones; 7 grandchildren, Ayla, Krista, Kelsey, Jake, Steven, Nick, and Chris; 8 great grandchildren; her sisters, Irue Shephard, Sarah Fallins, Toni Barrs, Novadean Flowers and Sylvia Austin; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pineview Memorial Cemetery.

JONES, Marietta Jones (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/02/marietta-jones/) The Celebration of Life for the late Mrs. Marietta Jones will be Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Tabernacle Church of God in Christ.Interment, Silver Run Cemetery, Valdosta. Personal and professional services provided by Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.

JONES, Mary Jones (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, February 9, 1905) Mary Jones of Cherry Lake died Sunday. No record was found of the burial

JONES, Mary B. Jones (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 5 August 2009) Mary B. Jones, M.D. of Nicholls, GA and formerly of Clark Co., KY, passed away on July 15, 2009 in peace at her family’s Atlanta home. Dr. Jones was born in Winchester, KY on August 19, 1944, the daughter of Henry Lane Jones and Naomi Green Jones. Dr. Jones was also loved and preceded in death by her stepmother, Emily Young Jones. She attended the University of Kentucky and received her B.S. in biological sciences and AB in chemistry. In 1970, she received her M.D. degree from the Albert B. Chandler Medical College, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, being the first female native of Clark County to become a physician. After graduation, she married Michael D. Hall of Ravenna. In 1972, Dr. Jones established a medical practice in Winchester, KY. She later practiced emergency department medicine in Atlanta, GA and in southeast Georgia. In 1982, she moved her practice to Nicholls. She was a Diplomat of the American Board of Family Practice and a Diplomat of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review. Dr. Jones was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church of Douglas, GA and served on the Vestry and as Lay Reader and Chalice Bearer. Dr. Jones was an active member of the Nicholls community serving on the Community of Pride Committee. Dr. Jones served as the first female member of the board of trustees of Citizens Christian Academy from 1991 to 1993. Dr. Jones was an accomplished horsewoman. Her family carries on her devotion and love of Saddlebred horses. Dr. Jones attended sixty annual Lexington Junior League Horse Shows and over fifty Kentucky State Fair Horse Shows. Dr. Jones was the American Saddlebred Association of Georgia Hall of Fame horsewoman of 2008. Her daughter, Emily Jones McNair, son-in-law Tad McNair, cherished grandchildren Lillian Ashliegh McNair and Winton Cope McNair, IV, survive her. Dr. Jones also leaves behind her goddaughters Dee Dee Tanner Wildes and Leila Ann Wright. Sims Funeral Home, Douglas, GA will arrange services. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at Saint Andrew’s Church, Douglas, GA.

JONES, Mary Ellen Jones (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 11 September 2018) Mary Ellen Jones, age 47, went to live with Jesus surrounded by family on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at Southern Pines Senior Living after a three year struggle with dementia. Ms. Jones was born to the late Roland Knight Jones and Hazel Moore Jones on May 12, 1971 in Tallahassee, FL. Funeral services will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home on Friday, September 14, 2018. Mary Ellen was a true angel on Earth and was loved by so many that knew her. She was born with Down Syndrome and throughout her life had an unconditional love for everyone she met. She enjoyed singing and dancing and was a true performer for her family and friends. Mary Ellen was very special to all at Southern Pines her last three years. She will be missed. Survivors include her mother Hazel M. Jones of Thomasville, a brother, Roland K. Jones Jr. (Linda) of Wewahitchka, FL, a sister, Sherri J. Downs (Reese) of Tallahassee, FL, two sister-in-laws, Sherry Jones of Perry, FL and Lila L. Jones of Boston, GA. She was preceded in death by her father and two brothers, Al Jones of Perry FL and Kenny Jones of Boston, GA. In lieu of

158 flowers memorials may be made to Bethany Hospice, 2700 N. Oak St., Building B, Valdosta, GA 31602 or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

JONES, Mattie Peek Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, July 17, 1942) Mrs. Mattie Peek Jones, life-long resident of this city, passed away at her home Monday, following a prolonged illness. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Mattie Peek Jones was born in Madison County August 13, 1859, daughter of Captain Oscar Peek, an officer of the Civil War, and his wife, Hannah Higgins Peek. She was married to Williams T. Jones in 1895. He preceded her in death. One child was born top them, a son, Clarence, who died at the age of nine years. She attained the age of eighty-three years. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. J. W. Lanier, of this city, and Mrs. Jessie Chavous, of Old Town, and a number of nieces and nephews.

JONES, Mrs. Maxie Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, April 16, 1965) Mrs. Maxie Jones, age 59, died in the Madison hospital Monday after a long illness. She was a native of Bainbridge, GA but had lived in Madison for the past twenty-eight years. She was a member of the Madison Methodist Church; the Pilot Club and the Business Woman’s Club. For the past sixteen years she had been employed with the Florida Power Corporation. She is survived by her husband, Dr. C. W. Jones of Jacksonville; one daughter, Mrs. Donald L. Browning of Madison; one son, Clayton Jones of Caracas, Venezuela; two grandchildren; two brothers, Henry D. Fitzgerald of Bainbridge, GA; and Thomas Fitzgerald of Miami; one sister, Mrs. C. G. Irby of Norfolk, VA and her stepmother, Mrs. F. Fitzgerald of Sopchoppy, FL. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home with burial in the City Cemetery in Bainbridge, GA.

JONES, Melvin Lavon Jones (Abstracted from Valdosta Today 21 October 2020) Melvin Lavon Jones, age 85, of Dasher, Georgia, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2020, surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. The eldest of five children, Melvin was born in Lax, GA, to parents Jordan and Bessie Acorn Jones. He graduated from Ambrose High School in 1953 and proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1958. In 1960, he met the love of his life, Madeline Spivey, and they were married on June 25, 1961. In 1965, Melvin and Madeline moved to Valdosta and subsequently in 1973 to Dasher, where he lived until his passing. He was a long-time member of the Forrest Park Church of Christ and the Dasher Church of Christ, serving as a deacon at both churches. Melvin was a gentle giant, who faithfully and humbly served the Lord and others his whole life. In 1986, Melvin started a transportation broker business, Melvin L. Jones Logistics, which he built into a thriving enterprise and managed until his retirement in 2014. Melvin was a beloved member of the Dasher community, known and appreciated for his friendly hospitality and kind generosity. Among other things, Melvin enjoyed entertaining and cooking for friends and family, regularly hosting large gatherings at “the barn,” a warm gathering spot for members of the community. He had an exuberance and joy for life that were readily apparent to all who came into contact with him. In addition to serving as host and cook, Melvin enjoyed RV road trips across the country with Madeline, freshwater and saltwater fishing, raising chickens, cultivating orange and lemon trees, playing cards with family and friends, and spending time with his grandchildren. Melvin will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Madeline, daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Mark Godwin, daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Kent Coppage, and grandchildren, Bess English (Rhett), Steven Godwin, Quin Godwin, and Lillian Coppage, and great-grandchildren, Truman and Marshall English, and Logan, Brantley, and Carter Godwin. Melvin was pre-deceased by his brother, Sam Jones, and is survived by sisters and brothers-in-law Clarene and James Harrell, Elma and Leroy Spivey, and Johnnie and J.A. Daniel, brother Ray Jones, and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at Dasher Cemetery. His family requests that everyone in attendance wear masks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Melvin’s memory to Georgia Christian School. Carson McLane Funeral Home.

JONES, Michelle Paige Jones (Abstracted from the April 4, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Michelle Paige Jones, age 22, died Wednesday (April 2, 2014) in Pierce County, following an extended illness. She was a native of Waycross but grew up in Pierce County. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Donald Eugene Turner Sr., and an aunt, Lisa Jones. She was a 2009 graduate of Pierce County High School and a member of Astoria Baptist Church of Waycross. Survivors include her husband, Loren Mullins, of Waycross; 1 son, Gabriel Mullins, of Waycross; her father, Michael (Sara) Jones, of Blackshear; her mother, Donna Turner (Joseph O’Bright), of Waycross; her siblings, Dalton Jones, Cayla Thrift, Tommy Clements III, Kaden Jones and Kaley Jones; step-sisters, Baylee Clements, of Blackshear, and Anslei O’Bright, of Waycross; her paternal grandparents, Charles and Theresa Jones, of Blackshear; maternal grandparents, Hattie and Daniel Harvey, of Waycross; 1 uncle, Donald Turner Jr., of Jacksonville, Fla.; an aunt, Amy Turner, of Waycross; and numerous other 159 relatives. A funeral will be Saturday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Waters Cemetery in Pierce County. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Millie Jones (Abstracted from the New Enterprise, Madison, Florida Thursday, May 19, 1904) Old sister Millie Jones died Sunday night. She was a member of the S. M. B. The funeral was held at the Baptist Church of which she was a member. She leaves a husband, brother and several sisters who have the sympathy of their many friends. No record was found of the burial

JONES, Mozel Jones Sr. – Death Announcement (Abstracted from Valdosta Today http://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2019/01/mozel-jones-sr-2/) Mr. Mozel Jones, Sr., age 77, Valdosta, departed this walk of life on January 15, 2019. Home Going Service, at the Silver Run Baptist Church. Interment, Silver Run Church Cemetery.-Harrington Funeral Home.

JONES, Mozelle Jones (Abstracted from the 30 June 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Mozelle “Toots” Jones was born July 12, 1935 in Telmore to the late Leola Maultsby Pearson and Moses Robinson. She was reared by the late Adline Jacobs. She was educated in the Public School System of Waycross and was a graduate of Center High School, class of 1955. Upon graduating from high school, she worked diligently to support her family, which included employment with Gold Kist Pecan Company for 22 years and Waycross Molded Products for 15 years. At the age of 27, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior when she joined the First Born Church of the Living God. A few years later, she moved her membership to the Mother Church. Ms. Mozelle served in various aspects of the ministry local and national, as a member of the City Wide Usher Board of Waycross, a Diocese Usher, Prayer Band Member, Deaconess, and Sunday School teacher. She was a faithful steward of Cathedral of Faith Ministries. She was known for her love of hats, her dog Juicy, her Southern hospitality and, most of all, the soul food that her blessed hands prepared. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Moses Moody, and two sisters Inez Robinson and Vera Robinson. She leaves to cherish her memories three daughters, Joyce Wells of Palm Bay, FL, Glory Jones Lisero of San Angelo, TX, Sheila Jones of Madison, AL; two sons, Napoleon Jones of Atlanta, and James Carnell Jones of College Park; 4 loving sisters, Bettie D. (Bill) Wilson of Waycross, Leila Mae Sanders of Jamaica Queens, NY, Ludean Willis of Waycross, Thelma Hawes of Wilmington, NC; one brother-in-law, Robert Jones of Atlanta; one sister-in-law, Ella Fitch of Hartford, CT; aunts, Inez Studivent, Ruth Mae Jones, Evelyn Robinson, Lillie Mae Robinson and Rosetta Robinson, all of Waycross; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; a special cousin, Casonya Brown, of Stone Mountain; one God-daughter, Andrea Burse-Scotton, of Waycross; beloved kids, Leonard Burse III (Gwen) and Carlton Burse (Tara); and a host of other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday, July 7, at Macedonia Baptist Church. The Jones family will be accepting family and friends starting Tuesday, July 3, at 820 Woodward St., Waycross. All floral arrangements may be sent to Lamb’s International Funeral Home, 3360 Buena Vista Road, Columbus, GA 31906.

JONES, Ned Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, May 25, 1956) Funeral services for Ned Jones, age 75, who died May 19th in Jacksonville, were held at Bethlehem Baptist Church Wednesday May 23rd and burial was in Bethlehem Cemetery. Tillman-James Funeral Home was in charge. Survivors are several children.

JONES, Norma Louise Lee Jones (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) NAHUNTA — Norma Louise Lee Jones, 83, of Nahunta, passed away Tuesday (April 9, 2013) at her residence following an extended illness. Born in Springfield, Ohio, she was the daughter of Edward C. and Lona Barnett Lee. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Richard C. Jones, a sister, Mary Jane Christy, a brother, Earl Lee, and a very special friend, Louise Wainright. She was a retired licensed practical nurse from the staff at Hilliard Manor Life Center. She was a member of Riverside Chapel Baptist Church, and enjoyed quilting, crocheting, reading, mowing and watching "NCIS." She loved her family and her church. Survivors include four children and their spouses, Patricia Jones Hanson (Bobby), of Winter Park, FL, Richard A. Jones (Kay), of Nahunta, Sue Braswell (Steve), of Nahunta, and David L. Jones (Kristy), of Hickox; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Eddie Lee (Mary), of Indianapolis, IN, and Kevin Lee, of Texas; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends. A memorial service will be Saturday at Riverside Chapel Baptist Church. Memorialization will be by cremation. Those who wish to give in her name are asked to donate to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org/donate. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

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JONES, Odessa Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, December 24, 1965) Odessa Jones, former resident of Madison, died December 18th in Bradenton after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held Sunday December 26 in the Holiness Church in Madison with burial in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Beggs Colored Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Patricia Ann Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Patricia Ann Jones, 71, of Perry, FL, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Haven Hospice of Gainesville following an extended illness. Patricia was born February 1, 1942 in Atlanta, GA, to the late William Harrell and the late Lila (Conner) Harrell. Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband Jim Jones in 2008 and a sister Peggy Elliott. Mrs. Jones was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church in Perry. She attended North Florida Junior College and Graduated from the University of Florida School of Nursing with a Masters Degree in 1972. She was a Registered Nurse and retired from the Taylor County School System as the Health Supervisor after 30 years of service. She dedicated her life to serving and caring for others. She was an avid Gator sports fan, and in in her spare time enjoyed spending time outdoors, swimming, fishing, and shopping. She is survived by 2 sons, Marc Winburn, and wife Kathy, of High Springs, FL, and Brad Winburn, and wife Debbra, of Lacrosse, FL, 2 sisters, Mary Berman, of St. Simons, GA, and Kathy Sipowicz, of St. Augustine, FL, 5 grandchildren, Angela Bonds, Lauren Winburn, Bradley Winburn, Jacob Winburn, and Jeremiah Winburn, 1 great-granddaughter, Ava Bonds, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 13, 2013 at Lakeside Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Pisgah Cemetery. All arrangements are under the care of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home.

JONES, Patricia Fussell Jones (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, June 9, 2010) Patricia Jones of Valdosta passed away Saturday, May 29, 2010 at her residence after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Jones was born to Clora Mae Fussell and the late George Fussell, Sr. on October 20, 1945 in Clinch County. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and attended as long as her health permitted. She was also a member of the Valdosta Chapter #244 Order of the Eastern Star, and a member of the United Daughters of Confederacy. Preceding her in death is her husband, Clay Jones; a grandson, Vincent Clay Jones; and a brother, Robert Fussell. Survivors include, sons and daughters-in-law, Stryde and Cathy Jones of Lakeland, Trey and Sarah Jones of Valdosta, Jason and Pattie Jones of Valdosta; daughters and sons-in-law, Janet and Frank Smyth of Charleston, SC, Nita and John Baker of Folkston; 13 grandchildren, J.C. (Scott) Chupack, Steven Jones, Taarna Jones, Kaitlyn Jones, Madison Jones, Aliceson Jones, Kamryn Jones, Abby Jones, Zack Jones, Lauryn Jones, Marris Jones, Reagin Jones and Quin Jones; her mother, Clora Mae Fussell; brothers and sisters-in-law, George Jr. and Bobbie Fussell, Markey Fussell, Gerald (DeDe) and Gail Fussell; aunt Myrt Cummings; niece Kelly Fussell; and numerous other relatives. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 2, 2010 in Calvary Baptist Church in Lake Park. Burial followed in Riverview Memorial Gardens. Music Funeral Services of Valdosta is serving the Jones family.

JONES, Peggy Carter Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Peggy Carter Jones, age 86, of Lakeland, GA passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2013 in the Lakeland Villa Convalescent Center after a lengthy illness. She was born on March 28, 1926 in Avon Park, FL to the late Leroy L. Carter & Lou Annie (Webb) Carter. She was a Cadet in the Grady Nursing Program where she graduated in 1947. She worked as a Registered Nurse for a Total of 38 years. She worked at Moody Air Force Base Hospital for 29 years, Central Georgia Railroad Hospital in Savannah, GA, Dr. Dan Terry in Homerville, GA, Smith Hospital in Hahira, GA, and Louis Smith Memorial Hospital in Lakeland, GA. After retiring she and her husband owned and operated the Bed and Breakfast known as the "Jones Hotel" for 10 Years. She was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church, Lanier Cancer Society, and The Red Hat Society. She is preceded in death by her parents, a brother LL Carter Jr., and her husband Robert E. (Bobby) Jones, Sr. Survivors Include two daughters & son-in-laws Joy & Jim Gainer Savannah, GA; and Julie& Kip McLeod Lake Park, GA; two sons & daughter-in-laws Henry Will & Leslie Jones Leesburg, GA; and Bob & Traci Jones Moultrie, GA; grandchildren Jennifer & J.D. Patrick of Atlanta, GA; Beth & Brian Hartsock of Blacksburg, VA; Sam Gainer of Atlanta, GA; Will Jones of Macon, GA; Jessi Jones of Leesburg, GA; Betsy Jones of Moultrie, GA; Trey Jones of Lake Charles, LA; Carter Jones of Leesburg, GA; Britt Jones of Moultrie, GA; Kristin McLeod of Columbus, GA; Greyson McLeod and Rett McLeod both of Lake Park, GA; great-grandson David Patrick of Atlanta, GA; and a number of nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be held 3:00PM Sunday, January 13, 2013 in the First Baptist Church in Lakeland, GA with burial to follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday, January 11, 2013 at Music Funeral Services, 88 West Main Street in Lakeland, GA. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland, GA is serving the Jones family. Flowers will be 161 accepted, or donations can be made to Cure Childhood Cancer at www.curechildhoodcancer.org

JONES, Peggy Queen Jones (Abstracted from the 8 December 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Peggy Queen Jones, age 79, of Fernandina Beach, FL, went to be with the Lord on Thursday (Dec. 6, 2018). She was born March 2, 1939 in Asheville, NC, and lived most of her young life in Hoboken, GA, where she was the captain of the girls’ basketball team. She married Robert P. Jones on June 6, 1957 and they moved to Fernandina Beach, FL in 1958. Her family remembers her as one of the hardest working women you would ever meet and nothing was too hard for her to tackle. She was self-employed, owning a cleaning company and also painted houses. She was also a beautician at Beach Beauty Salon for a while and a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Mabel Queen, her brothers, Jimmy, Johnny, Rex and Mitchell, and a sister, Syble. She leaves behind, her husband of 61 years, Robert P. Jones; her daughters, Robin Jones and Debby Portier, of Fernandina Beach, FL; sisters, Shirley (Major) Knippers of Nahunta, and Dorothy (Carroll) Cox of Brunswick; sister-in-law, Bonnie Queen of Everett, WA; grandchildren, Bobby (Gina) Fertgus, Angel Portier and Rowdy Portier, all of Fernandina Beach, FL; and four great-grandchildren, Josh, Sarah, Lydia and Bobby. The funeral will be Monday in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley- Heard. She will be laid to rest at Hoboken Cemetery in Hoboken. The family requests that memorials be made in her name to Families in Transition (FIT), c/o Nassau County School Board, 1201 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.

JONES, Randy A. Jones (Abstracted from the 1 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dr. Randy A. Jones, age 68, died suddenly Wednesday (Sept. 30, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross. He was born in Enterprise, AL, but he lived in Waycross since 1969. He retired after nearly 40 years of service with the Ware County Board of Education and the Clinch County Board of Education. He also retired from the Georgia National Guard and served in Desert Storm. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Waycross. Dr. Jones was a son of the late Cecil Floyd Jones and Arizona D. Jones. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Fisher Jones of Waycross; a daughter, Lindsay Jones of Waycross; a son, Ashley Jones of Waycross; 2 sisters, Marsha Skoropat of Fernandina Beach, FL, and Debbie (Randy) Minton of Tifton; 1 brother, Jeff (Anne) Jones of Taylorsville; 2 sisters-in-law, Janet (Freddie) Barnes of Lexington, SC, and Sharon (Bob) Blankenship of Roswell; a brother-in-law, Marc (Karen) Fisher of North Augusta, SC; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Friday at First Baptist Church. Memorials may be given to First Baptist Church, 702 Elizabeth St., Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Richard Jones (Abstracted from the Madison County Enterprise Recorder 25 July 2008) Richard “Rich” Jones, 81, of Greenville, died in Madison, on Thursday July 17, 2008. Funeral services will be on Saturday July 26, at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Greenville, with burial following at Wigginsville Community Cemetery in Greenville. Mr. Jones was a Madison County native, and at an early age, he moved to Miami. From there he moved to Newark, NJ where he retired as a self-employed plumber. Survivors include his 2 sisters, Bessie Lee Gallon, of Greenville and Channie Williams, of Newark, NJ; a brother, Prince Jones, of Boston, MA; 2 special nieces, Dorothy G. Griffin, of Madison, and Linda (George) Noble, of Perry; along with numerous other nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Tillman Funeral Home in Monticello was in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Riley Gene Jones, Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Mar 1st, 2011) Riley Gene Jones, Sr., age 75, a retired U.S. Navy Aviation Electrician Chief and Correctional Officer, passed away Saturday, February 26, 2011 in Tallahassee. Funeral Services will be at Beggs Funeral Home, Monticello Chapel, 485 East Dogwood Street, Monticello, (850-997-5612) on Thursday, March 3, 2011, at 2 p.m. Interment will follow the service at Oakfield Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 2, 2011, from 6-8 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home, Monticello Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Tallahassee Cancer Center, One Healing Place of Big Bend Hospice, 1723-1 Mahan Center Blvd, Tallahassee, Florida 32308-5428. Jones was a native of Polk County before moving to Monticello in 1975. He was an avid fisherman, NASCAR-Jeff Gordon and Seminole fan. He served our country in the United States Navy as a Chief Petty Officer for 22 years and was of the Protestant faith. Jones is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbara Caroline Brady Jones of Monticello; three daughters, Karen Jones (Johnny) Vinson and Kimberli Jones Eure of Monticello and Tamara LeAnn Whitaker (Reo) of Coco Beach; three grandchildren, Christopher Timms (Allison), Robert Slack (Rebekah) and Mitchell Eure; and one great grandchild, Cohen Scott Timms. He was preceded in death by his son, Riley Gene Jones, Jr.; his parents, Edgar and Thelma Watson Jones; three brothers Edward, Lee and Hugh Jones; and one sister Mildred Jones Kennedy.

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JONES, Rodney Oneal Jones (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 22 November 2018) STOCKTON – Rodney Oneal Jones, age 82, passed away on Thursday, November 22, 2018, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on January 25, 1936, in Sandhill, KY to the late Earl M. Jones and Mable LaMastus Jones. In the 1960s, he owned a gas station in Goodlettsville, TN. He bought a honey bottling business from one of his customers and later became a beekeeper. He kept bees and sold honey for over 50 years. In 1982, he moved to Stockton, GA where he continued beekeeping and sharing his gardening knowledge with family and friends. He is survived by four sons and four daughters: Terri Teague, Trent Jones, Paula and Roy Wallace, Ruel Jones, Marvin and Jodi Jones, Jennifer and Howard Whilden, Wayne Jones, Holly and Raynae Jones; his brother; R.M. and Lucette Jones; mother of his children, Wylene Jones; 21 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. As per his wishes, he will be cremated and no formal services will be held.. The compassionate and caring staff of Music Funeral Services, Lakeland is serving Mr. Jones’s family.

JONES, Ruth Miller Jones (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Funeral mass services for Ruth Miller Jones of Thomasville will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Jones was born on May 10, 1933 in Great Falls, MT to the late Henry Charles Miller and Ethel Seifert. Mrs. Jones was a graduate of Great Falls Central High School and attended The College of Education in Great Falls. In 1954 Ms. Miller wed Mr. Leon Q. Jones who survives in Great Falls, MT. During her life she worked as the County Clerk for the Thomas County Board of Commissioners for many years and retired as the Thomas County Manager. Mrs. Jones was a member of Saint Augustine Catholic Church from 1955 until the time of her passing. Survivors to cherish her memory include her daughters Lisa Jones and Diane Jones both of Thomasville; sister Marilyn Funk (Jerry) of Thomasville; granddaughter Katherine Jones of Thomasville and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter Sheryl Jones. A Rosary will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 211 N. Pinetree Blvd., Thomasville, GA 31792.

JONES, Sallie Brinson Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 12, 1971) Mrs. Sallie Brinson Jones, age 73, passed away Saturday February 6th after an extended illness. She was a lifetime resident of Madison County, a member of Saint James Missionary Baptist Church, Pallbearer Lodge #35 and Independent Pallbearers Lodge #5. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Azalene Aikens of Ocala, FL; Mrs. Mary Lee Gallon of Madison; and Mrs. Lillie Mae Jenkins of Orlando, three sons-in-law; three brothers, Ed Jones and Clyde Andrew Jones, both of Mulberry; and Willie Jones of Eaton Park; one sister, Lila Franklin of Miami; three aunts, Mrs. Mamie Lauria, Mrs. Rose Smith and Mrs. Marie Taylor, all three of Madison; and a number of cousins, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services will be Sunday February 14, 1971 at Saint James Missionary Baptist Church with burial in Crossroad Cemetery. Beggs Horry Street Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Sarah Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 4, 1957) Sarah Jones, a lifelong resident of Madison County, died Monday December 31st, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, the Rozzie Franklins. She leaves to mourn her passing one sister, Ellen Jones, of Washington, DC; one daughter, Lilla Franklin and one son-in-law, Rozzie Franklin, of Madison; one son, Moses Jones, of Miami; eight grandchildren and fourteen great- grandchildren. Tillman-James Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Senora Dare Hurt Jones (Abstracted from the 30 June 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Senora Dare Hurt Jones, age 98, passed away Wednesday (June 28, 2017) in the Langdale Hospice House, Valdosta, surrounded by her three daughters, following a short illness. She was born Sept. 30, 1918 in Scottsville, VA, to the late Eugene Jackson Hurt and Julia Herndon Hurt. She was a member of Homerville First Baptist Church, the Clinch County Retired Educators Association and the Georgia Retired Educators. She was a former member of the Homerville Exchange Club, Pink Ladies and Woman’s Club. After 59 1/2 years, she retired from The Clinch County Board of Education as bookkeeper on her 87th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy P. Jones. Survivors are three daughters and sons-in-law, Judy Jones and Bob Cohn, of Titusville, FL, Jean Jones and Danny Leccese of Homerville, and Peggy Jones and Gary Cooper of Santa Rosa Beach, FL; five grandsons, Parrish and Barbie Allison, Ben and April Cohn, Vince and Angie Leccese, Scott Leccese and Eric and Emily Leccese; 10 great-grandchildren, Ashlee Allison, Kaitlyn Allison, Madelyn Allison, Grant Leccese, Evan Leccese, Isabella Leccese, Daniel Leccese, Joshua Leccese, Levi Cohn and Garrison Teague; three great-great-grandchildren, Clayton, 163

Landon and Colin; a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Saturday at Homerville First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Pine Forest Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JONES, Shelby Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Mrs. Shelby Jones, born 31 January 1940 died 16 April 2013. No obituary.

JONES, Shirley Anne Jones (Abstracted from the Lanier County Advocate September 21st, 2011) Shirley Anne Jones, 71, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, died at home Sunday, September 18, 2011 with her family by her side. Shirley was born on December 1, 1939. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years L.C. Jones, in February 2009. Shirley believed that whatever one attempted in life deserved the very best effort. She enjoyed reading, gardening, cooking, sewing, and being with her family. Shirley was an accomplished artist and her paintings grace the walls of family and friends. In addition to being a loving wife and a nurturing mother, Shirley enjoyed serving her community and church in many ways. In the past she has been a Girl Scout Leader, worked with Air Force wives at bases where LC was assigned during his career, and she was a Red Cross volunteer at hospitals along the way. Above all she loved her church and was grateful to be able to teach Sunday School at Good Hope for many years. She attended Valdosta State University in 1983, earning her B.S., Masters, and Education Specialist degrees and teaching in Lanier until her retirement in 2002. Survivors are daughters, Rhonda and husband Robert Carroll Metts, Deborah Anne Clark, Linda Jones, and son Michael and wife Cindy; grandchildren, Christi Register and husband Greg, Kelly Voss and husband Johnathon, Keri Anne Clark, and Daniel Royce and Ethan Bradley Jones; great-granddaughters, Meghan and Hannah Register; and her sisters, Wylodean Ward of Orlando, FL, and Martha Emfinger of Montgomery, AL. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 22, in the Good Hope Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Flowers accepted or donations can be made to the Gideon Bibles for active duty military member at Gideons International, P.O. Box 4131, Valdosta, GA 31604-4131 or Good Hope Cemetery Fund c/o Patricia Roberts, 6758 Good Hope Circle, Naylor, GA 31641. Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the Jones family.

JONES, Sue Elizabeth Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 14, 1944) Sue Elizabeth Jones, three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Jones of Rt. 3, Madison, died in the Quitman hospital last week of burns which she suffered accidentally about a week earlier.

JONES, Sylvia Connell Jones (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, 26 July 2019) Sylvia Connell Jones, age 92, of Thomasville, GA died Friday, July 26, 2019 at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services will be at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memory Gardens in Moultire. Born January 21, 1927 in Pavo, GA, Mrs. Jones was a daughter of the late Cleveland William Connell and Beatrice Little Connell. She was a 1944 graduate of Pavo High School and 1947 Graduate of the Knoxville School of Nursing. She was a retired Registered Nurse from Archbold Memorial Hospital and was of Baptist faith. She married Thomas P. Jones in Thomasville on October 10, 1953 whom preceded her in death in 1979. Survivors include a son, Charlton William Jones of Thomasville, grandsons; Thomas Clayton Jones (Nikki) of Beachton and Charlton Michael Jones of Thomasville, 2 great-grandsons Kenny W. Jones and Kadon M. Jones, nieces and nephews; Robert Connell (Pat), Earle Kinlaw (Mary Ann), Kathy Kinlaw Hamilton (Robert) and Greg Connell (Machelle).

JONES, Thomas Sidney Jones (Abstracted from ECB Publishing Monticello, FL July 29th, 2014) Thomas Sidney Jones, 88, passed away at his home in Thomasville, GA, on Friday, July 25, 2014. Mr. Jones was born on January 6, 1926, the son of Boyd Lane and Blanche Jenkins Jones of Worth County, GA. He married Sally Frances Strickland of Moultrie in 1946. An astute businessman, he owned and operated construction, farming, and farm-related businesses. Throughout his life, Mr. Jones was best known for his steadfast faith in God, his devotion to the church, and his love for family and friends. He graduated from Moultrie High School in 1944 and served in the United States Army 989 Field Artillery Battalion in Central Europe during World War II. In 1946, following his honorable discharge from military service, he returned to Moultrie and married his sweetheart Frances. He completed VA school and owned construction businesses for more than 20 years. In 1971, Mr. Jones established Jones Tractor Company and operated that business with his sons until his retirement in 2001. Survivors include 4 sons and daughters-in-law, Tom (Rita) Jones of Cairo, GA, Lije (Tracey) Jones of Shady Dale, GA, Kim (Angela) Jones of Monticello, FL, and Earl (Jackie) Jones of Tallahassee, FL; 1 daughter and son-in-law Marta (Jerry) Turner of Thomasville; grandchildren Betty Jones Johnson, Didi Jones Pratz, Sally Jones McGregor, Lane Jones, Hannah Jones Turner, Clayton Jones, 164

Wesley Jones, Jason Jones, Melissa Jones West, Thomas Jones, and Stephen Jones; and 18 great-grand children. Also surviving are his brother and sister-in-law Lynn (Barbara) Jones of Funston, sister Joy Jones Cone of Brunswick, and sister-in-law Marjorie Coffee of Thomasville, as well as many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his wife Frances, brother Boyd Jones, sisters Mildred Hobbs, Nell Striplin, and Nan Coffee. Allen and Allen Funeral Home, 110 W. Hansell Street in Thomasville handled the arrangements. A service honoring Mr. Jones’ life was Monday, July 28, at First Baptist Church at 210 North Broad Street in Thomasville. Graveside services followed at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Thomasville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations honoring Mr. Jones be made to the Hearing Impaired Ministry at First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 2790, Thomasville, GA 31799.

JONES, Tommie Lee Jones (Abstracted from the 11 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Deacon Tommie Lee Jones, age 69, of Waycross, passed away Sunday (July 8, 2018) at the Mayo Health Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, after a brief illness. His loving and attentive wife, Jessie Jones, was at his bedside. He was born Feb. 15, 1949, in Sylvester in Worth County. He was employed by Scapa/Voith Fabric for 33 years and employed by Rainge Memorial Chapel for 13 years. He was a member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church and was ordained as a deacon in March 1984 at New Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, James B. “J.B.” Jones and Alberta Coleman Jones, and his brothers, Willie H. Jones and Leroy Jones. He married the love of his life, Jessie Thompson, June 13, 1969, and God blessed them with 49 years. To this union three children were born, Tommy D. Jones Sr. (Sanya), Hephzibah, Anita Jones, Jacksonville, FL, and Sharon Jones Kearney, Albany; four grandchildren, Tommy D. Jones Jr., Amber Mooring, Jessica Mooring and Sakila McGruder; two great-grandchildren, Kherington Bighams and Georgia McGruder; adopted children, Richard Taylor, Waycross, and Elzie and Trenna Marshall, Leesburg; sisters, Severa Jones, Yvonne Jones Lattimore (Ernest), Waycross, Irma Jean Williams (Eddie), Holly Springs, NC, and Dorothy Jones Ferrell, Macon; brothers-in-law, Wyman Thompson (Sharon), Albany, and Troy Thompson, Blackshear; sisters-in-law, Emma Ferguson, Xenia, OH, and Edith Thompson, Tallassee, AL; extended family, Brother George Wynn and Trease, Mary Jane Williams and family, Waycross, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Hunter, Jacksonville, FL, and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of life service will be Friday, at the Church of Christ Written in Heaven, 617 Blackwell St., Waycross. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Waycross. The cortege will assemble Friday at the residence, 1402 Commons St., Waycross. Rainge Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Tommy Laverne Jones (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home, 28 November 2016) Tommy Laverne Jones, age 46, passed away on November 28, 2016. He was born in Gainesville, FL on January 3, 1970. Raised in Taylor County, Tommy was currently residing in Dallas, TX with Carmen Polk, a very special person in his life. Tommy graduated from Taylor County High School where he played football. He spent many years perfecting his craft as a precision Millwright and had succeeded in becoming a highly skilled turbine generator repair technician. Tommy was a loving father, brother, son, uncle and a wonderful friend to many. Tommy is survived by his daughter: Amara Holly Jones (Matt) of Crawfordville, FL and his son: Trenton Conner Jones also of Crawfordville, FL; grandchildren: Marlee Raine and Adalee Harlow; sisters Lisa (Chris) Luke of Keystone Heights, FL and Denise Jones of Jacksonville, FL; nieces and nephews: Madison, Ebony, Alana and Khalil. Tommy was predeceased by his parents: James Jones (Pat) and Virginia Davis Thomas (Pete). The family will hold a Celebration of Life service for Tommy on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at the Econfina River Resort. Arrangements are under the care of Beggs Funeral Home Perry, FL.

JONES, Truby Leon Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder, Madison, Florida, June 29, 2012) Truby Leon Jones, 84, of Tampa, passed away in his home Monday, June 25. Born on August 3, 1927 in Thonotosassa, to the late Truby L. Jones Sr., and Marguerite Piller Jones Truby enjoyed a happy and fulfilling marriage that spanned over 59 years with his loving wife, Jean Evelyn Jones. The couple was blessed with 2 beautiful, caring children, Tiffan Lynn and Jennifer. A graduate of Plant City High School, he attended University of Tampa before transferring to University of Florida to complete his Electrical Engineering degree. He began his career with Tampa Electric in 1949, as an Apprentice electrician at Hookers Point. Throughout his career with Tampa Electric, he served many positions within the company including General Manager of TECO's South Hillsborough Division and Director of Employee Relations in the city office, along with Director of Power Plant Construction at Big Bend in Ruskin, until retiring in 1986. Tampa became his home in 1965, and he became a part of the community. He was an active member of the Rotary, Palma Ceia Masonic Lodge, and the Egypt Temple Shriners. His love of children inspired him to help organize the Flying Fezzes, which continues to provide flight transportation, through private and commercial airlines, for children and their families who are burn victims or in need of specialty surgery. In 1986, he held the position as Potentate of Egypt Temple Shrine. He enjoyed the time he spent with members of the Honor Patrol and his fellow 165

Jesters. Truby was directly involved in the concept and the construction of the S Tampa Children's Shriners' Hospital, located in Tampa. He also served as a board member for many years. As a boy, Truby spent his summers working alongside his father building ladders from fallen cyprus trees. He was an avid fisherman and hunter; he always enjoyed sharing the fish that he caught with friends. He also enjoyed spending time in North Carolina, watching the turkeys dust themselves in his garden. Survivors include his son, Tiffan Lynn Jones and his wife, Claudia, of Tampa; his daughter, Jennifer Jones Perrotta, and her husband, Bob Perrotta, of Roswell, GA; Truby's step- grandson, Jon McCutcheon, and his great-grandchildren, Keira and Trenton. Services were held in the Blount & Curry Funeral Home on Thursday, June 28, with interment following at Hillsborough Memorial Gardens, Brandon. Truby requests that your support and donations be made directly to the Tampa Shriners Hospitals for Children, 12502 N. Pine Dr., Tampa, FL. 33612- 9499.

JONES, Vickie Nicole Barnes-Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Sep 9th, 2011) Funeral arrangements for the late Vickie Nicole Barnes-Jones will be held at Pineland Missionary Baptist Church in Madison, Florida on Saturday September 10, 2011 at 1 p.m. Vickie Nicole Barnes-Jones was born January 7, 1973 in Madison Florida to the late Willie James Barnes and Dorothy Jean Akins. She departed this life on September 2, 2011 at Shands Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. At an early age she was baptized and attended many churches throughout Jacksonville. She attended school in Madison County and FCCJ in Jacksonville. She was employed at ADT Security. She was the mother of two beautiful daughters. The viewing will be held on Friday, September 9, 2011 from 6:30-8:30p.m. at Cooks and Cooper Funeral Home in Madison, Florida.

JONES, Walter T. Jones (Abstracted from Whiddon–Shiver Funeral Home 5 April 2020) Walter T. “Tom” Jones, age 80, of Boston, GA, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at Camellia Gardens of Life Care. Graveside Services will be held at Rosewood Cemetery in Barwick, GA. Mr. Jones was born on December 1, 1939 to the late Leroy Jones & Edith Reeves Jones in Thomasville. He married Betty Jane Pope Jones on January 15, 1960 in Donalsonville, GA, who survives. He was a member of the U.S. Army and worked as a Car Salesman for Spence Oldsmobile & Faulk Chevrolet and was also a former Deputy at Thomas County Sheriff's Dept. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church. Survivors include, his wife, Betty Jones of Boston, GA, children, Tom Jones, Jr. (Rebecca), Darin Jones and Cindy Shepherd (Morgan), grandchildren, Olivia Jones, Thomas Jones and Stacey Merritt, great-grandchildren, Ella Rae Jones and Abigail Merritt.

JONES, Wanda Bishop Jones (Abstracted from the December 23, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Wanda Bishop Jones, the epitome of a true Southern Lady, passed away peacefully Sunday (Dec. 15, 2013) after a long illness. She was born March 21, 1934 in Waycross to Lloyd and Eula Bishop. She lived in the same, small house until she enrolled at Valdosta State College where she obtained a degree in elementary education. In her senior year, she was elected homecoming queen. After teaching for a year she and a friend set off aboard a ship, bound for a summer in Europe, where she met her husband to be, Kay Dennis Jones, then a law student at the University of Washington Law School. The two married that fall and began their nearly 58-year journey together. She continued teaching in Seattle until her second son was born. She was very involved with her four sons’ school and sports activities and served as president of numerous organizations. In Seattle, she was president of Ryther 420 Clubs and served on the board of the Ryther Child Center. In 1975, the family moved to Tri Cities where she became active at Central United Protestant Church, Meadow Springs Country Club Ladies Golf Association, FK Chapter of P.E.O., the Maternal Order of the Yo Yo Sisters, the March of Dimes and the Susan G. Komen Cancer Group. Her hobbies included golf, travel, cooking and reading. To her children and her 5 grandchildren, who called her Mima, she will best be remembered as “Granny Nanny,” dropping everything to take care of the grandkids whenever their parents traveled or other opportunities arose. She was the lead cheerleader for all of their activities and achievements. She is survived by her husband, Kay; her sister, Nancy Tayman, of Waycross; her 4 boys, Brad (Kelley), Rick (Sandra), Greg (Leslie) and Cam (Debbie); and her special little joys, grandkids, Tanner, Rachel, Allison, Trent and Grant. The family would like to express its deepest gratitude to the Hospice of Chaplaincy. A memorial service will be held Saturday (Jan. 4, 2014) at 3 p.m. at Central United Protestant Church (CUP) in Richland, WA. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Ignite Youth Ministry of Central United Protestant Church, the P.E.O. or to Hospice of the Chaplaincy, Richland, WA.

JONES, Wayne Shannis Jones (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL)

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Mr. Wayne Shannis Jones, 61, of Perry, FL, passed away Thursday July 8, 2010 in Panama City, FL, following an extended illness. Mr. Jones was born December 5, 1948 in Thomasville, GA, to the late Oliver Wendell and Hilda Marie Louque Jones. He was a lifelong resident of Perry and a member of the First United Methodist Church. Mr. Jones was the founder, and former owner and operator, of the Hampton Inn of Perry as well as the former owner and operator of Louque Vending. He also served for many years as the Chairman of the Doctor’s Memorial Hospital Board. Mr. Jones is survived by 2 daughters, Emily (Shawn) Simmons, of High Springs, FL, and Ree (Jon) Leohner, of Perry, 1 brother, Wendell (Rita) Jones, of Osprey, FL, 2 grandchildren, Taylor Cole, and Kailyn Grace Simmons, longtime friend and business partner, David Dickson, of Panama City Beach, FL, as well as numerous other relatives. Funeral Services for Mr. Jones will be Monday July 12, 2010 in the sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church of Perry. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

JONES, Wendell Jones (Abstracted from the 17 April 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Wendell Jones, age 74, died Monday (April 15, 2019) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House following an extended illness. He was born in Summerville, NJ, but resided in Waycross most of his life. He was formerly employed with Transisco (now GATX) and was a member of Hebardville Baptist Church. He was a son of the late Alfred Hillary Jones and Maggie Cato Jones. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa K. Jones, three sisters, Mary Ellen Courson, Verdie Davis, and Jean Wright, and a brother, Billy Jones. He is survived by two daughters, Wendy Whitted (Doug) of Waycross, and Cindy Minix (Wendell) of Waycross; eight grandchildren, Samantha Selik, Tristan Whitted, Kaleb Daniel Jones, Jordan Rene Flowers, Taylor Thompson, Wendell Minix Jr., Lena Minix and Lindsey Rio; 11 great-grandchildren; his twin brother, Warren Jones of Long Beach, MS; four sisters, Mary Frances Braddy of Waycross, Ann Hartline of Lavonia, Jan Rigdon of Glennville, and Bobbie Douglas of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be at Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in his honor to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.

JONES, Willard O. Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 11, 1955) Willard O. Jones, 45, of Greenville, was killed on U. S. Highway 90 about 2½ miles west of Greenville last Friday night when he was run over by a truck after being thrown from his pickup truck when it hit the back of an automobile. Investigating officers said the driver of the car, Mrs. L. S. Smiley, of Greenville, was signaling to make a left turn when Jones’ truck, also traveling west, rammed the rear of her machine. The truck, being driven by Woodrow Wilson, colored, ran over Jones as he was thrown out on the highway. A memorial service for Jones was held Saturday afternoon at the Beggs Funeral Home with interment Sunday at Cochran, GA, Jones’ former home. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Agnes Jones, of Greenville; his mother, Mrs. Betty Jones, of Macon, GA; three brothers, James Jones, of Macon; Felda Jones, of Thomaston, GA; and A. S. Jones, of Ocala; and two sisters, Mrs. M. H. Cameron, of Macon; and Mrs. Robert Shaw, of Ocala.

JONES, William Albert Jones (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL 6 August 2016) William Albert 'Al' Jones, age 64, passed away on August 6, 2016 in Perry, FL. Al was born June 10, 1952 in Thomasville, GA to Roland Jones and Hazel Moore Jones. Al was a member of First Baptist Church of Perry, where he served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher. Al was a longtime real estate appraiser and broker for many years here in Taylor County and surrounding counties. Al was an avid bird hunter, and was a Florida State Alumni. Al was preceded in death by his father Roland Jones, and his brother Kenny Jones. Al is survived by his wife of 44 years Sherry Jones; his daughter Lori Cousins, and grandchildren Kendall and Brock Cousins; his mother Hazel Jones; his brother Roland K. (Linda Faye) Jones, Jr., his sisters, Sherri Ann (Reese) Downs, and Mary Ellen Jones; a sister-in-law Lila Jones; as a well as a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at First Baptist Church of Perry. Interment services will follow immediately afterwards in Pineview Memorial Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

JONES, William Cain Jones (Abstracted from Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida, 29 January, 2015) Mr. William Cain Jones, age 91, son of the late Emanuel and Emma Jones, was born on December 22, 1923, in Brooks County, GA. He was preceded in death by brothers: Emanuel Jones and John E. Jones; and sisters: Bertha Glee, Mattie Straughter, Lizzie Horne, Sadie Mae Dixon, Carnettie (Sing) Thomas, Ada Mae Bing and Mary E. Hunter. William Cain, affectionately known as W.C., was raised in a Christian home and later baptized at Sweetfield Missionary Baptist Church in Quitman, GA. He was called to heaven on Thursday, January 22, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, in Tallahassee. He leaves a loving family to cherish his memories, including: Mary Lee Jones, of Quitman, GA; his children: Bertha Hollis, of Quitman, GA; Bernard Jones, of Cleveland, 167

OH; Norman (Jennie) Jones, of Crawfordville, FL; and La Grande (Augustus) Aikens, of Tallahassee; and a host of loving grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 31, at the Sweetfield Missionary Baptist Church, 6619 Old Madison Hwy., Quitman, GA. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Stevens-McGhee Funeral Home chapel, 301 E. Green Street, Quitman, GA.

JONES, William Trey Jones (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 7 May 2020) William Trey Jones, age 49, born and raised in the Valdosta, GA area, passed away on Thursday May 7, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center after an illness. Trey was born on January 26, 1971 to the late Patricia (Fussell) and Clabeorn Jones. Trey attended Lowndes County Schools and worked most of his life as a printing press machinist. Along with his parents, Trey is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Richard and Sue Jones; maternal grandparents, George and Clara Mae Fussell; special aunt, Myrtie Cummings; and sister, Janet Smyth. He is survived by his daughters: Madison Jones, Kamryn Jones, Lauren Jones, and Allison Jones of Fort Collins, CO; brothers: Stryde Jones and wife, Cathy of Naylor, Jason Jones and wife, Patti of Valdosta, GA; sister: Nita Baker and husband, John of Folkston, GA and numerous uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. Trey will be cremated. The Jones Family is being served by the caring and professional staff of Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

JONES, Willie Jones Jr. (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 8 May 2020) Willie Jones, Jr. was born in Chattahoochee (Gadsden County), FL on Oct. 1, 1952. He was the son of Willie Jones and Cora Brown. His parents, as well as his brother, James, all preceded him in death. Willie attended the public schools of Gadsden County and, approaching adulthood, he moved to New York. He enlisted into the United States Air Force from Buffalo, NY on August 30, 1971. His military primary specialty was military police. His service time included an extended tour of duty in Thailand. Willie attained the rank of Sergeant and was honorably discharged from active duty in August 25, 1975. Upon being honorably separated from his military obligations, Willie commenced a career in corrections. For more than 20 years, he was employed at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Tallahassee, FL. He began his career as a correctional officer and later became the Mill Foreman; supervising and providing leadership to men and later women in the inmate furniture making program. On Friday, May 8, 2020, Willie, at 67 years of age, went Home to be with the Lord. His love and memory will be cherished forever by his loving wife: Julia Jones of Tallahassee, FL; daughter: Kimberly (Danny Hillard) Jones of West Palm Beach, FL; son: Dorian (Zena) Jones of Riverview, FL; two grandchildren: Dorian Jones II and Zoey Jones, both of Riverview, FL; sister: Annie Louise (Jessie) Sheffa of Rochester, NY; and a host of other loving relatives.

JONES, Willie Cleveland Jones, Sr (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise Recorder 3 September 2010) Willie Cleveland Jones, Sr., of Hahira, GA., passed away Monday August 30, 2010 at Adel Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. Born in Valdosta, GA., he was the son of Walter Thomas and Viola Phillips Jones. He was a lineman for Colquitt EMC and a member of the Quitman Church of God. He is survived by 6 children; Della Lann of Mississippi, Lesia Corvin of Madison FL., Jerry Martin of Huron, SD, Michael Shea of Huron, SD, Willie (Margie) Jones, Jr. of Hahira, GA., and Janet Bass of Live Oak; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Maebell Barkley of Greenville and Geneva Brown of Jacksonville; and 1 brother, Randell Southall of Madison. Funeral services will be Thursday Sept. 2 in the Quitman Church of God. Burial will follow in Cherry Lake Baptist Church Cemetery. Maxwell-Miller Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JONES, Zula Jones (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, June 28, 1963) Miss Zula Jones, of Madison, age 55, died Thursday in a Tallahassee hospital following several months’ illness. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John W. Jones. A native of Anniston, AL she had been a resident of Madison for forty years. She had been operating the Geneva Grocery Store on South Range Street for fifteen years. Survivors are one sister, Mrs. Oma Harris, of Madison; three nephews, Lavon Harris, of Tallahassee; Alvin Jones, of Madison; and Richard Jones; three nieces, Mrs. Vernon Ragans, Mrs. Montez Williams and Mrs. Frances Sheffield, all of Madison and other relatives. Funeral services were held Sunday at Beggs Funeral Home with interment in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

JORDAN, Betty Lou Jordan (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia) Services for Betty Lou Jordan of Thomasville will be Friday, October 1, 2010 at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home with interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Ms. Jordan died Monday, September 27, 2010 at her residence. Born September 12, 1938 in Sanderson, FL, Ms. Jordan was the daughter of the late Tholon Dorman and Verdie Rhoden Dorman, and was preceded in death 168 by her husband Ed Jordan on July 7, 2008, and brothers, Everett Dorman, Harold Dorman, and sister, Helen Dorman. Ed and Betty were married July 11, 1963 in Atlanta, GA and were the parents of three sons and a daughter who survive. Ms. Jordan was a receptionist for the Jacksonville Times Union and was a member of New Growth Baptist Church. Survivors include her children, Gregory D. Jordan and his fiance' Melisa Phillips of Thomasville, Christopher E. Jordan of Thomasville, Sherri D. Alford and her husband Donald of Ochlocknee, Wiley E. "Eddy" Jordan and his wife Corrine of Jefferson; grandchildren, Mallory Alford, Matthew Alford, Kristen Jordan, and Jessica Jordan; three brothers, Mal Dorman of Pensacola, FL, Frank Dorman of Sanderson, Tom Dorman of Macclenny, and two sisters, Lee Woodruff of Jacksonville, and Kay Houpt of Gainesville.

JORDAN, Brenda Gail Jordan (Abstracted from the 3 October 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Brenda Gail Jordan, age 67, of Douglas, GA, passed away Friday, September 29, 2017, at Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA. Mrs. Jordan was born July 12, 1950, in Kissimmee, FL, to the late Loice Richard Rohn and Ethel Judy Rohn. Survivors include her husband: Michael Jordan of Douglas, GA, daughter: Kenya Bradford of Douglas, GA, son: Michael Jordan of Fitzgerald, GA, sister: Patsy Rowell of Douglas, GA, grandchildren: Braylen Nicole Bradford, Bristen Natalee Bradford, Tyler Dakota Jordan, Austin Gray Jordan, Brianna Rose Jordan, Justin Henry Jordan, Abigail Lynn Jordan, Hannabelle Grace Jordan and Shelby Renee' Norton. Mrs. Jordan was preceded in death by her father: Loice Rohn, mother: Ethel Rohn and brother: Charles Rohn. The funeral service was Sunday, October 1, 2017, at the Rocky Pond Baptist Church. Interment followed at Rocky Pond Baptist Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JORDAN, Catherine Lavinia Todd Jordan (Abstracted from the 4 January 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Catherine Lavinia Todd Jordan, age 98, died Monday (Dec. 31, 2018) at Highlands Lake Center of Lakeland, FL, following an extended illness. She was born in Ware County and lived much of her life in Ware County. She also resided in the Bronx, NY, and several cities in Florida including Crescent City, Callahan, Green Cove Springs, Jacksonville, Clearwater and Lakeland. She was the wife of the late Early Jordan and daughter of the late Joseph Marion Todd and Beulah Catherine Prescott Todd. She was also preceded in death by an adult daughter, Catherine Diann Van Deusen, an adult son, Robert Lyn McClellan, and her young daughter, Betty Joyce McClellan, three brothers, James Mallard Smith, Carl Clifford Smith and Audrey Todd, and a granddaughter, Linda McClellan Bullock. She was a devoted member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and a former nurse’s aide at the Ware County Hospital and also in the office of doctors Minchew and Collins. She worked many jobs to help provide for the needs of her family over her lifetime and at one time owned her own business, a fruit and souvenir stand on U.S. Highway 1. She will be remembered for her vibrant smile, her twinkling eyes, her warm hugs, her genuine faith, her sweet spirit, her words of encouragement and her nurturing nature. Survivors include her firstborn son, Johnny Edward McClellan of Orlando, FL; six grandchildren, Johnny McClellan Jr., Alex McClellan, Michael McClellan, Rob McClellan, Julie Van Deusen and April Pannone; 11 great-grandchildren, Lynda Michelle McClellan, Megan McClellan, Joshua McClellan, Sean McClellan, Christina McClellan, Heather Bullock, Lindsey Bullock, Zachary Pannone, Annalise Pannone, Caleb Pannone and Grace Pannone; eight great- great-grandchildren, Malachi McClellan, Lylah McClellan, Nova McClellan, Kadon Whitfield, Kaylee Garlic, Brooke Miller, Amorie Bullock and Aiden Bullock and one sister, Ellen Todd Clark of Clark’s Summit, PA. A graveside service will be Saturday at Rome Cemetery near Dixie Union. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Hospice organization that brought Mrs. Jordan great comfort in the final days of her life. Checks may be mailed to Good Shepherd Hospice, 12470 Telecom Drive, Suite 300 West, Temple Terrace, FL 33637. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JORDAN, Cathy Louise Jordan (Abstracted from the September 3, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Cathy Louise Jordan, 52, died Sunday afternoon (Sept. 1, 2013) at her residence in Waynesville following an extended illness. She was a native of Folkston but lived in Waycross most of her life before moving to Waynesville 10 years ago. She was a former employee of the Georgia Port Authority in Brunswick and a member of Liberty Christian Church in Waycross. She was a daughter to the late Evelyn Louise Johns Smith. She was preceded in death by a sister, Pauline K. Harris, and a brother, Leon Robert Smith Jr. She is survived by her husband, Teddy Jordan, of Waynesville; two sons, Aron Alan Dixon, of Waynesville, and Allen Lee Jordan, of Waynesville; her father, Leon Smith, of Hoboken; a sister, Doris Ann Rowland (husband Alvin C.), of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral was scheduled for Wednesday at Liberty Christian Church. Burial was to follow at High Bluff Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Charles Jordan passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015. Charles was a resident of Live Oak, FL at the time of his passing. He is survived by his wife Jeanette. Services will be held Thursday, February 12th at Corinth Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

JORDAN, Christopher Alexander Jordan (Abstracted from the 11 May 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Christopher Alexander Jordan, age 61, will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church 300 Fireman St. Chris, as he was affectionately known, was born March 29, 1956 in Waycross to the late Henry Jordan and Marie Broomfield Jordan. He was the fourth of five children. He received his formal education from the Waycross Public School System and graduated from Waycross High School in 1974. He also graduated from Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, FL, where he received a degree in criminal justice with concentration on law enforcement. He worked for the City of Waycross as a police officer and Ware State Prison as a correctional officer and was retired from CSX Railroad. On Dec. 11, 1993 He was united in holy matrimony to Donna Freeman. He joined Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He later became a member of St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church where he served as chairman of the deacon’s ministry, member of the fourth Sunday Choir and member of the male chorus. He was a trustee and took his position serious. He loved his church and was instrumental in current renovations. He was the youngest and the last of St. Peters “Amigos.” He was also a member of Bernard Benson Community Choir, past president of the Waycross NAACP, vice president of Waycross-Ware County Sports Hall of Fame, volunteer / tutor at several schools, including Daffodil and Center Elementary, member of Masonic Composite Lodge No. 40 F&M, member of Ware County Recreation Board and member of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc., Delta Zeta Chapter Anthrop. He was an activist and a voice for those who had no voice. He made his heavenly transition Tuesday (May 9, 2017) at Memorial Satilla Health after an illness. Those left to cherish his memory include a loving wife, Donna Freeman Jordan; a daughter, Tanisha Jordan of Birmingham, AL; a grandson, Justen Kelly of Waycross; three brothers, William (Mamie) Jordan, James (Barbara) Jordan Sr, both of Waycross, and Calvin (Veronica) Jordan of Douglasville; a sister, Minnie Jordan Goettie of Waycross; mother-in-law, Lucille Freeman of Waycross; sisters-in-law, Janice McLean, Sharon Munford both of Waycross, Jeannie (Roy) Borders of Arlington, VA; three brothers-in-law, Terrence (Nicole) Freeman, Roy (Jean) Lott Jr. both of Waycross, and Troy (Karen) Lott of Savannah; and numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Jordan residence, 1102 Elizabeth St. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JORDAN, Daniel Bradley Jordan (Abstracted from the 29 September 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Daniel Bradley Jordan, age 94, died unexpectedly Wednesday (Sept. 28, 2016) at his residence in Dixie Union. He was a lifelong resident of Waycross/Ware County and graduated from Wacona High School. He served in the United States Army during World War II as a committed soldier. Following the war, he worked the first 26 years with Swift and Company Meats in sales and owned and operated Jordan Feed for 36 years. He retired at the age of 93. He also served on the board of the Ware County Farm Bureau, Ware County Planning Commission and Satilla REA in Alma. He loved his family and gathering with them. He enjoyed fishing, growing a garden and talking to his customers and friends. He also enjoyed raising his family, farm life and raising and taking care of his animals. He loved the Lord Jesus Christ and his life was a testimony of this. All who knew him knew he was a man of God and he was always eager to share his life blessings with all. He was a member of Rehobeth Baptist Church. He also enjoyed going to gospel sings in surrounding counties. He was a son of the late, David Jordan and Francis Rowland Jordan. He was preceded in death by a child, Diane Jordan, a grandchild, Alicia Justice, and a great-grandchild, Carter Howell. He is survived by his beloved sweetheart and wife of 72 years, Genevieve Carter Jordan of Waycross; 4 children, Daniel B. (Gloria) Jordan Jr. of Blackshear, Linda (Malcolm) Justice of Waycross, Phil (Elaine) Jordan of Waycross, and Lisa (Kenneth) Waters of Bickley; 9 grandchildren, Jeana (Thomas) Little, Sonia (Greg) Delk, Michelle (Teke) Dixon, Jenny (Chad) Starling, Brad (Amanda) Jordan, Emily (Adam) Howell, Phillip (Ashlyn) Jordan, Kenna Waters and Hunter Waters; 14 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; a special niece, Shirley (Elmond) King of Brunswick and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Rehobeth Baptist Church, 1296 Cason Road, Blackshear, GA 31516.

JORDAN, David Randy Jordan (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 May 2011) Mr. David Randy Jordan, age 50, of Douglas passed away on Friday, February 25, 2011, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness. Mr. Jordan, a native of Atkinson County, was a carpenter by trade. He was the son of the late David Elias Jordan. Survivors include: wife: Sonya McDuffie Jordan of Douglas, GA; 3 daughters: Barbie (Larry) Courdle of Richland, NC, Beth (Corey) Yarberry and Bonnie Jordan all of Douglas, GA; his mother: Helen Ruth Jordan of Pearson, GA; 2 brothers: 170

Billy Jordan of Douglas, GA, and Timmy Jordan of Axson, GA; 1 sister: Sheila Arnold of Axson, GA; 5 grandchildren: Austin Courdle, Kaitlyn Courdle and Ashton Courdle, all of Richland, NC and Sebastin Villarreal and Melody Villarreal both of Douglas, GA; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial services were held Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at Ricketson Funeral Home. The inurnment will follow at a later date.

JORDAN, Dorothy Tuten Jordan (Abstracted from the March 13, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Dorothy Tuten Jordan, age 95, died Tuesday (March 11, 2014) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross following a sudden illness. She was a native and life-long resident of Ware County. She was the wife of the late James Foster Jordan, and daughter of the late Thomas N. Tuten and Viola Smith Tuten Taylor. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Gladys Schaal and Edna Bennett, a half-sister, Carrie Anna Waters, and four half-brothers, George Tuten, Irvin Tuten, Isaiah Tuten and Paul Tuten. She was a member of Rome Primitive Baptist Church of Dixie Union. Survivors include 2 daughters, Virene (Wayne) Boland and Fosteen Steverson, of Dixie Union; 4 grandchildren, Donna Boland Drew, Bonita Steverson (Randy) Bond, and Shad Steverson, all of Dixie Union, and Marina Steverson (Shannon) Reynolds, of Glennville; 8 great-grandchildren, Christi Dukes, of Waycross, Randa Bond, Dustin (Lori) Bond, Melanie Steverson and Marshall Steverson, all of Dixie Union, Kailey (Justin) Kicklighter, of Cobbtown, and Dawson Reynolds and Jordan Watson, of Glennville; 4 great-great-grandchildren, Joey Williams, Alexis Bond and Hunter Forsyth, all of Dixie Union, and Ethan Williamson, of Waycross; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday at Rome Primitive Baptist Church in Dixie Union. Burial will be in Hephzibah Cemetery. Memorial donations may be sent to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Road, Waycross, GA 31501. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JORDAN, Ethel Bert Sweat Jordan (Abstracted from the 9 April 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ethel Bert Sweat Jordan, age 86, of Pierce County, passed away Saturday (April 7, 2018) at her residence following a sudden illness. Born in Bacon County Aug. 11, 1931, she lived in Pierce County all of her life. Along with her late sister, Maude Davis, she owned and operated the M.E. Shop in Blackshear for many years. She loved her job and the people of Pierce County, was an excellent cook and was always keeping up with her family. She also loved to cut grass and had been doing that at the time of her death. She was a very active member of Beulah Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late Effie Shoemaker and Bessie Lee Sweat. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Elzie Washington Jordan Jr., two sisters, Maude Davis and Audrey Lee Davis, and a sister-in-law, Joan Sweat. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Morris E. and Mary Jordan of Alma, two grandsons, Jason (Maryann) Jordan and Justin (Jill) Jordan, three great-granddaughters, Savanna Jordan, Hanna Jordan and Julie Jordan, a sister, Scarlett (Terry) Luke of Blackshear, two brothers, Bennie Frank Sweat of Waycross, and Carnell (Patty) Sweat of Blackshear, and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Tuesday at Beulah Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Beulah Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to Beulah Baptist Church, 3343 Beulah Church Road, Alma, GA 31510. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JORDAN, Frank Gene Jordan Sr. (Abstracted from the 22 September 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Frank Gene Jordan Sr., age 73, of Eastman, passed away Friday (Sept. 18, 2015) at his residence following a brief illness. He was born Sept. 5, 1942, to the late Robert Marion Jordan and Ida Lee Dukes Jordan. Survivors include his wife, Harriette Merita Jordan of Eastman; 1 son, Frank Gene Jordan Jr., of Dublin; 1 daughter, Page Jordan of Macon; 2 step-sons, Jason Bagley and Mark Lynn Bagley both of Douglas; 1 stepdaughter, Tammy Bagley Tucker of Douglas; 5 brothers; 20 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael Jordan, three brothers and one sister. The funeral was held Monday at Sims Funeral Home. Interment followed at Tanner Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JORDAN, Freddie Jordan (Abstracted from the Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Freddie Jordan, 71, died Monday evening (May 27, 2013) at the Hospice House Satilla following a short illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. He was a 1959 graduate of Ware County High School and retired from CSX after 35 years of service as a welder and car inspector. Following retirement, he loved farming and enjoyed watching Nascar. He also served in the United States Air Force for four years. He was a son of the late Truman James Jordan and Cassie Jordan. He was preceded in death by a sister, Juanita Johnson, and a brother, Bobby Jordan. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Peggy Anne Daniel Jordan, of Waycross; his children, Lori Maxwell (husband Steven), of Waycross, and Jason Jordan, of Waycross; two 171 grandchildren, Jordan Maxwell and Ian Maxwell, both of Waycross; three sisters, Delores Hudson (husband Bill), of Baxley, Lavon T. Johnson, of Jacksonville, FL, and Gail McClellan, of Waycross; two brothers, James T. Jordan (wife Rachel), of Waycross, and Horace Jordan (wife Lilly), of Fernandina Beach, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JORDAN, Georgia Eulee Harvey Jordan (Abstracted from the 1 April 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) STATESBORO — Georgia Eulee Harvey Jordan, age 94, of Blackshear, passed away Friday (March 29, 2019) at Ogeechee Area Hospice. Born in Savannah, Sept. 27, 1924, she lived in Sylvania prior to moving to Pierce County in 1946. She was a 1946 graduate of Georgia State College for Women where she received a degree in home economics. After moving to Pierce County, she taught home economics for 10 years at Blackshear High School. It was after teaching for 10 years that she went to work for the University of Georgia as the Pierce County Home Demonstration Agent. For more than 30 years, could be found working with numerous young people through 4-H. She was a member of the Blackshear Women’s Club for many years as well as a serving on the Blackshear Library Board for more than 18 years. She and her late husband, Loran, had also been members of several supper clubs over the years. She was a member and past state and chapter president of P.E.O. Chapter AK. A long-time member of Blackshear First United Methodist Church, she was in the Bridge Sunday School class where she had also been the teacher. Over the years she served in several capacities at church and was always willing to step in and do what needed to be done. To say that she was the epitome of southern charm and grace would be a huge understatement. She always had a smile, a kind word, a bit of history, a bit of helpful information or whatever one needed at that time. Classy, tasteful dresser and a true lover of beautiful shoes will be some of the ways people will remember her but being a true friend and kind lady will always stand out the most. She was a daughter of the late Russell Emanuel and Georgia Christine Gill Harvey. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Willie Loran Jordan, a sister and brother-in-law, Cecelia and Harvey Smith, a brother, Richard Harvey, a sister-in-law, Judson Harvey, and by a niece, Gina Smith. Survivors include seven nieces, Martha Harvey of Thomaston, Miriam Thompson of Rocky Ford, Georgia Kaye (Danny) Daughtry of Perkins, Paula Reines of Statesboro, Julie (Jay) Page of Preston, Sonya (Scott) Krug of Goulais River, Ontario, Canada, and Lydia (Mark) Bragg of Rocky Ford; two nephews, Bobby (Kaye) Smith and Andrew Smith all of Rocky Ford; several other nieces and nephews; and a host of great and great-great nieces and nephews. The funeral will be at First United Methodist Church in Blackshear. Interment will be in the Oak Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery in Sylvania. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 127, Blackshear, GA 31516 or to Ogeechee Area Hospice, 200 Donehoo St., Statesboro, GA 30458. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.

JORDAN, Grace Jordan (Abstracted from the 2 May 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Grace Jordan, age 86, died Saturday (April 30, 2016) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. She was a homemaker and member of Rome Primitive Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, Tim King and Letha Williams King, her husband, Ezekiel David Jordan, and one son, Gary Jordan. Survivors include 1 son, Gene (Ruth Anne) Jordan of Waycross; 2 grandchildren, Kristie (Kev) Bennett and Dave (Elleanor) Jordan; 4 great-grandchildren, Kayla and Brady Bennett, Wes and Jacob Jordan; 2 sisters, Jewell Hersey of Blackshear, and Ethel Edenfield of Jesup; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Rome Cemetery.

JORDAN, Ida Dixon Jordan (Abstracted from the 6 October 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ida Dixon Jordan, age 103, passed away Wednesday (Oct. 3, 2018). She was born Aug. 24, 1915 in Pierce County, to the late Griffin M. and Ardelia Thrift Dixon. After their marriage, she moved with her husband, Vernon James Jordan, to Jacksonville, FL. She remained a faithful member of Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church, attending their regular services every three weeks. After a long career, she retired from the River Club. She enjoyed cooking and sewing, but most important in her life was her dedication to her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon James Jordan Sr., and she was the last of her 10 sisters and brothers. Survivors include her four daughters, Judith Gail Adams, Joy Yvette Davis, Joyce Yvonne Holloway and Ida Latrell Raker (Dave); three sons, Cedric Allison Jordan (Ray), Cary James Jordan (Eva) and Vernon J. Jordan Jr.; 21 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. The funeral will be Monday at Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church in Blackshear. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church for cemetery maintenance. Arrangements are with Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 1426 Rowe Ave., Jacksonville, FL.

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JORDAN, Joe Willis Jordan (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald May 21, 2007) ALMA - Joe Willis Jordan, 75, of Radio Station Road, died at his residence Monday afternoon (Feb. 19, 2007) after an extended illness. He was a native of Bacon County, son of the late Marvin J. Jordan and Effie Mae Carter Jordan. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Doris Jordan. He was retired from CSX Railroad after 42 years of employment, was a farmer and a member of Alma United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife, Dalphine Barber Jordan, of Alma; five daughters, Diane Turner (Randy), Lisa Nobles (Tim) and Kristi Hand (Marc), all of Alma, Darnell Dampier (Steve), of Blackshear, and Teresa Harbin (Malcolm), of Atlanta; three sisters, Darceil Smith, of Blackshear, Jerline Crowder and Joyce Crawford, both of Waycross; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. Funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 4 at Alma United Methodist Church with the Rev. Randy Ray, the Rev. Randy Turner, the Rev. Ronnie Howell, the Rev. Pete Hayes and the Rev. Buddy Watley officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the old Alma United Methodist Church Building between 6 and 9 this evening. Active pallbearers will be Brock Turner, Kellan Nobles, Bill and Edward Jordan, Glover Smith, Shandy Tillman, Gary Crawford and David Hand. Honorary pallbearers will be Junior Altman, William F. Barber, L.N. Johnson, Hinson, Corman, Larry Jordan, Lorenzo Hand, George Sears, Aubrey Lee, Pat Hutto, Jimmy Lee, M.E. Smith, James Carter, Charles Peacock, Ken Tillman, Roy Thrift, James L. "Monk" Turner, Verlon Carter, Max Tillman, Larry Barber, Carol Thornton, James Hamilton and Health Department Home Care Services personnel. Arrangements are with Crosby Funeral Home.

JORDAN, John Jordan (Abstracted from the Madison New Enterprise Newspaper, Madison, Florida, February 7, 1907) John Jordan died Wednesday of last week. A mule ran away and he was thrown from the wagon. He was buried at Bethlehem on Thursday with Masonic honors.

JORDAN, Johnny Martin Jordan (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 7 December 2020) Johnny Marlin Jordan, age 74, of Lakeland, GA passed away on Monday December 7, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center after an illness. He was born on May 10, 1946 in Ray City, GA to the late Margret Scarborough Jordan and Louis Austin Jordan. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Micheal Jordan and a daughter, Gay Jordan. Johnny was a member of The First Baptist Church of Ray City; former leader of “Men on A Mission”; served in Mexico and Central America as well as Appalachians and the local area. He was a lab technician with Arizona Chemical. Survivors include his wife J. R. Jordan of Lakeland, GA; Son, Kelly Austin Jordan of Ocean Springs, MS, step-son, Marc Rench and wife Brenda of Hartford City, IN; step-daughter, Jodi Michelle Rench of Hahira, GA; granddaughter, Toni Michelle Routhiere (Jamie) of Valdosta, GA and a great- grandson, Flynn Campbell Routhiere. The family will have a private memorial service at a later date. The Jordan Family is being served by the Compassionate Caring Staff of Music Funeral Services.

JORDAN, Joseph J. Jordan (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 5 August 2009) Mr. Joseph J. Jordan, age 92, of Dixie Union, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2009, at Satilla Regional Medical Center after a short illness. He was a native of Ware County and son of the late Joe Jordan and Katie Waters Jordan. Joseph was preceded in death by a son, Joseph Edward Jordan, sister, Lillie Vae Lee and brother, Randall Jordan. He worked with the Southland Pecan Company for several years and ASCS Office for 20 years. He was a member and Deacon of Dry Creek Baptist Church, he was a member of The Ware County Farm Bureau for 51 years and was on the board of directors and on the Board of Satilla River Soil and Water Conservation District. Survivors include his wife of 69 years: Ethel Lingenfelter Jordan of Dixie Union; daughter-in-law: Vernice Boatright Jordan of Dixie Union; 2 grandchildren: James (April) Jordan of Dixie Union and Amy (Joey) Garner of Sandersville, GA; and 1 great- grandchild: Jordan Garner of Sandersville, GA. Funeral services were Friday, July 31, 2009, at Dry Creek Baptist Church. Interment followed in Hall Cemetery. Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of all the arrangements.

JORDAN, Katherine Jordan (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 12, 1951) Katherine Jordan, aged colored woman living in Southwest Madison, died last Saturday afternoon and was buried Wednesday at Bethlehem. She formerly did a great amount of washing and ironing work, but had been blind for the past several years.

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(Abstracted from the 5 June 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Miss Lillian Jordan was born Aug. 15, 1932. She passed into eternal rest on May 24, 2019 in Huntsville, AL, where she made her home for the last 10 years. She leaves to cherish her memory a son, Martin Anthony Jordan, a grandson, Andrea Jordan all of Huntsville, and two sisters, Alice Williams of Blackshear, and Blossom Hill of Waycross.

JORDAN, Linda Gail Jordan (Abstracted from the 21 July 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Linda Gail Jordan, age 70, died Thursday (July 19, 2018) at her residence in Dixie Union. She was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. She was a loving homemaker and accomplished seamstress. She once was employed as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) and sitter. She was a member of Jordan Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Barney Rowell, her husband, Silas Walter Jordan, a sister, Jennifer Rowell King, and a sister-in-law, Doris Pittman. Survivors include two sons, Silas Scott Jordan of Conyers, and Michael Jordan (Michelle), of Middleburg, FL; four grandchildren, Jessica Mullen, Haley Jordan, Kevin Jordan and Alexander Jordan; one great-grandchild, Avery Oliver Doss; her mother, Dorothy Dixon Rowell McKinnon of Waycross; one sister, Pamela Montgomery (Jim); two brothers, Timmy Rowell (Michelle) and Harold Rowell (Bridgette); one sister-in-law, Barbara Herrin; one brother-in-law, Charles Jordan; three step- sisters-in-law, Sandy Taylor, Nora Peace and Linda James; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Sunday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Rome Cemetery in Dixie Union.

JORDAN, Marlene G. Jordan (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald December 1, 2008) Marlene Gilbert Jordan, 73, of Waycross, died Sunday (Nov. 30, 2008) at her residence after an extended illness. She was born in Long County to the late Ernest Gilbert and Ona Bell Sallet Abbott. She, along with her husband, Billy Jordan, opened restaurants in Georgia and South Carolina for the Darden Company before moving to Waycross to open Kentucky Fried Chicken. She was known as the "Chicken Lady" and worked at Kentucky Fried Chicken until 1994. She was a member of First Christian Church. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, William Robert" Billy" Jordan, ofWaycross; one daughter, Eva Lee (husband Dr. Clay Lee), of Waycross; one son, Bill Jordan (wife Amy), of Waycross; five grandchildren, Courtney Hayes (husband Doc), of Alma, Sally Jordan, of North Carolina, Brandon Noah Jordan, Matthew Jordan and Spence Gordon, all of Waycross; three sisters, Mildred Fundarek, of Melbourne, Fla., Helen Passmore, of Atlanta, and Mirriam Chapman, of Jesup; a nephew who she raised as a son, William Robert Little, of Palm Bay, Fla.; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 at Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 at the funeral home. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.milesodumfuneralhome.com. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JORDAN, Michael Dale Jordan (Abstracted from the 21 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Michael Dale “Mad Dog” Jordan, age 56, died Tuesday (Oct. 20, 2015) at his residence in Nahunta after an extended illness. He was a native of Waycross where he was formerly employed by CSX Railroad and Southland Waste. He was the son of the late Joe Jordan Jr. and Myrna Loy White. Survivors include his wife, Lisa Ann Jordan; 3 daughters, Ashley Jordan (Keith Ivey), Brandy (Craig) James, and Arminda (Clay) Durrance; 7 grandchildren, Lizzie Tuttle, Alexis James, Abbie Durrance, Layton Durrance, Miley James, Colt James and Ella Durrance; four siblings, Danny (Jeannine) Jordan, Jean (Butch) Bolin, Tim (Becky) Jordan and Kim (Jerry) McClain; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Friday at the Music Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501, or Kingdom Care.

JORDAN, Myrtie Marie Jordan (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 28, 2008) HOMERVILLE - Myrtie Marie Suggs Jordan, 85, passed away Saturday (Jan. 26, 2008) in the Clinch HealthCare Center, Homerville, following an extended illness. She was born Nov. 4, 1922 in Ware County to the late John Wes-ley Suggs and Maggie Mercer Suggs. She lived in Clinch County most of her life and was a homemaker. She was the widow of Alfred Thomas Jordan and was preceded in death by one sister, Millie Rigdon; and four brothers, Milton Suggs, Enoch Suggs, Lee Roy Suggs and Wilburn Suggs. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Louise and Verl Sherrod, of Homerville; one brother and sister- in-law, Cary and Louise Suggs, of Homerville; two grandsons and granddaughter-inlaw, Marvin and Vickie Sherrod and Vernon Sherrod, of Homerville; one great-grandson, Andrew Hunter; four great-granddaughters, Britnee Michelle Sherrod, Jherri Lavonna Sherrod, Courtney Musgrove and Summer Musgrove; and several other relatives. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the chapel of Roundtree Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Ramah Cemetery. The family will receive friends tonight at 174 the funeral home from 6 till 8. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.roundtreefuneralhome.net Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Jordan family

JORDAN, Nellie Gattis Jordan (Abstracted from the 16 May 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Nellie “Estelle” Gattis Jordan, age 86, of Jefferson City, TN, passed from this life on Sunday (May 14, 2017). Formerly of Jacksonville, FL, she was a home health aide for many years. She was born in Waresboro to Sephes and Florence Smith Gattis. She was of the Baptist faith, and could remember every word of her favorite old hymns, long after her memory of other things escaped her. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, Dewey Taylor and Charles Huey “Bobby” Jordan, and a son, David A. Jordan. Survivors include sons, Ronnie (Robin) Taylor, of Jefferson City, TN, Dewey Earl (Della) Taylor, Lester (Debbie) Taylor and Charles Randall (Tammy) Jordan, all of Jacksonville, FL, eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson and a sister, Minnie Lee Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011. A funeral will be Thursday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Waresboro Cemetery.

JORDAN, Peggy Anne Jordan (Abstracted from the 1 February 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Peggy Anne Jordan, age 75, died Thursday (Jan. 31, 2019) at her residence after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Waycross. A 1962 Ware County High School graduate, she was formerly employed by the Carter House and Waycross Journal-Herald. She was the daughter of the late Lorena King Griffin and Jesse D. Daniel and the wife of the late Freddie Jordan. Survivors include one daughter, Lori Anne Pearson (husband, Richard), of Waycross, one son, Jason Jordan, four grandchildren, Ian Maxwell, Jordan Maxwell, Khloe Pearson and Kelby Pearson. A graveside service will be Saturday at Oakland Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JORDAN, Regina Lynn Ray Jordan (Abstracted from the 23 June 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Regina Lynn Ray Jordan, age 69, of Patterson, passed away Wednesday (June 20, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross. Born in Mineola, TX, Dec. 15, 1948, she lived in Pierce and Ware counties since the early 1970s. She was a graduate of Waycross College with a degree in nursing. She worked for the “old” Memorial Hospital and Satilla Regional Hospital in Waycross, and she helped open Convenient Care located in Waycross. She worked and volunteered for Hospice Satilla Hospice House in Waycross. She attended Laura Chapel Baptist Church. She was a compassionate and caring woman who never met a stranger. One of her favorite hobbies was traveling. She was the daughter of the late Raymond Ray Sr. and Oma Dimple Stewart Walker. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Danny Teetsel, and her step-father, John W. Walker. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Lisa (Floyd) Teetsel of Patterson; a son and daughter-in-law, David (Donna) Jordan of Patterson; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Raymond (Debbie) Ray Jr. and Whalen (Jackie) Ray all of Mineola, TX; eight grandchildren, Alex Jordan, Daniel Jordan, Emily Harris, Chris Teetsel, Adrian Proctor, Ian Proctor, Caley Proctor and Tori Proctor; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Monday at Laura Chapel Baptist Church. Memorialization is by cremation. Memorials may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JORDAN, Robert 'Bob'Jordan Jr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald July 26, 2011) Robert Wayne "Bob" Jordan Jr., 54, died Sunday night (July 24, 2011) at Hospice House Satilla after an extended illness. He was born and raised in Waycross but spent his working career in different areas of Florida and Georgia before moving back to Waycross five years ago. He was a graduate of Waycross High School and Georgia Southern University. He was employed by GMAC as a lending manager. Survivors include one daughter, Caitlyn Jordan, of Warner Robins; his mother, Nell Thompson (husband Dr. Cleve), of Waycross; his father, Robert Wayne Jordan Sr., of Waycross; one brother, Marc "Buster" Clifford Jordan, of Sandersville; two sisters, Kelly Clark, of Spartanburg, S. C., and Joi Bramer, of Van Alstyne, Texas; one uncle, Donald Ray (wife Tony), of Waycross; one aunt, Peggy Wilson (husband Harold), of Waycross; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a close friend, Gail Peeples, of Waycross. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, Ga. 31501. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.

JORDAN, Ruth Ann Jordan (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 6, 1942) 175

The death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Jordan and took away their little infant daughter, Ruth Ann Jordan. She was laid to rest Wednesday afternoon at Midway.

JORDAN, Shirlene Benita Jordan – death announcement (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 7 February 2020) April 28, 1960 - February 7, 2021

JORDAN, Silas W. Jordan (Abstracted from the 28 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Silas W. Jordan, 73, died Thursday (March 24, 2016) at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Jesup following an extended illness. He was a native and life-long resident of Dixie Union, the son of the late Jacob Preston Jordan and Ada Jordan Jordan. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Doris Faye Pittman. He was a former press operator with Ace Rubber Company, and was a member of Dixie Union Church of God where he was the former choir leader. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Linda Gail Jordan, of Dixie Union; 2 sons, Silas Scott Jordan of Atlanta, and Michael (Michelle) Jordan of Jacksonville, FL; 4 grandchildren, Jessica Diane (Stephen) Mullins of Gainesville, GA, Shanon Haley Jordan of Buford, Kevin Michael Jordan and Alexander Nicholas Jordan both of Jacksonville, FL; 1 great-grandson, Avery Oliver Doss; 1 sister, Barbara (Allen) Herrin of Blackshear; 1 brother, Charles (Stella) Jordan of Stafford, VA; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Sunday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Rome Cemetery of Dixie Union.

JORDAN, Stafford J. Jordan (Abstracted from the 1 February 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Stafford J. Jordan, age 84, of Dixie Union, died Wednesday (Jan. 31, 2018) at Hospice Satilla Hospice House after an extended illness. A lifelong resident of Ware County, he became ill in 2004 and became a resident of Baptist Village in 2015. He retired after 28 years from Scapa Dryers (currently Voith) and he was a member of Hephzibah Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira V. Jordan and Effie Sweat Jordan, one son, Richard Jordan, two sisters, Morine Jordan and Verdie Seymour. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Christine Carver Jordan of Dixie Union; one daughter, Karen (David) Barber of Dixie Union; four grandchildren, Jordan Barber, Colby Barber, David Barber Jr. and Mandy Smith; six great-grandchildren, Gracie Mock, Chloe Smith, Cash Smith, Zoey Vaught, Gage Vaught and Adrianna Barber; one brother, Lewis (Patricia) Jordan of Bickley; two sisters, Alice (Grady) Rudd of Jesup, and Irrie Faye Conner (the late J.T.), of Charleston, SC; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Friday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Hephzibah Cemetery.

JORDAN, Sylvia Ann Jordan (Abstracted from the Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home, Thomasville, Georgia, March 13, 2014) Services for Sylvia Ann Jordan, age 75, Thomasville, are Saturday, March 15, 2014, at Barnetts Creek Baptist Church. Interment is at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Jordan died Thursday, March 13, 2014, at Plantation Manor. Born May 8, 1938, in Leon County, FL she was a daughter of the late Walla S. Jordan and James Marvin Jordan. She owned and operated Sylvia’s Hair Fashions in Thomasville for many years. She was married to the late Wayne P. Martin and a member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church. She is survived by 1 daughter, Marlene Brown (Mike) Pendergast , of Ochlocknee; 1 son, Kirkland Scott (Lisa) Brown, of Marietta; 5 grandchildren, Andrew Tucker, Cole Pendergast, Addison Brown, Arabella Brown and Cody Pendergast; 3 sisters, Betty (Eugene) Goodman, Juanita Metcalf; Merlen “Joyce” Russell; 2 brothers, Larry (Mary) Jordan, J.M. (Barbara) Jordan; and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jackie Brown Tucker. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Barnetts Creek Baptist Church Nursery Fund.

JORDAN, Velma Deese Jordan (Abstracted from the 16 June 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) HOMERVILLE — Velma Deese Jordan, age 83, passed away Monday (June 15, 2015) at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness. She was born Nov. 19, 1931 in Bonifay, FL, to the late Willie B. Deese and Sallie Lee Hallford Deese. She was a member of the DuPont Full Gospel Mission, a homemaker and was retired from Brockway Standard. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Johnny Deese and Junior Deese, and a twin sister, Thelma Morgan. Survivors are her husband, Alfred Jordan, of Homerville; 1 daughter, Jan Touchton, of Homerville; 2 sons and a daughter-in-law, Troy Allen (Regina) Jordan, of Jasper, FL, and Lamar Jordan of Homerville; 10 grandchildren, Tammy (Wayne) Roundtree, Nicole (Stanley) Raffield, Al (Elizabeth) Jordan, Tony (Anisa) Jordan, Candy (Josh) Heath, Brandi (Jimmy) Howell, Dalton Jordan, Kevin and Melanie Touchton, Scott and April Touchton and Misty Griffis; 21 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; a number nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be Wednesday at Shiloh Southern Congregational Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Shiloh Church Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 176

JORDAN, Waunell Sarah Tuten Jordan (Abstracted from the 8 October 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Waunell Sarah Tuten Jordan, age 96, died Tuesday (Oct. 7, 2014) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness. She was a native of Pierce County, but lived most of her life in Ware County. She was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening and helping family and friends. She was a member of Sweat Memorial Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Chris Tuten and Addie James Tuten. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Ralph Jordan, one daughter, Janie Milton, five siblings, Chris Tuten, Gene Tuten, Latrelle Moore, Randall Tuten and Eva Dixon. Survivors include 1 daughter, Susan (Henry) Russell, of Waycross; 1 son, Johnny Milton, of Waycross; 4 grandchildren, Jordan (Brooke) Russell, Sloan (Cole) Fountain, April Milton and Jay Milton; 5 great-grandchildren, Savannah Gilbertson, Brooklyn Gilbertson, Grace Milton, Eli Russell and Cooper Fountain; 3 siblings, Fran (Jimmy) Wood, Gerry Moody and Doris Stuckey; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be Thursday at Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JORDAN, William Henry Jordan Sr. (Abstracted from the 6 September 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life service for Deacon William Henry Jordan Sr. will be Saturday at Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1110 Pittman St. He was born to the parentage of the late Henry Jordan and Marie Broomfield Jordan on Nov. 9, 1944, the oldest of five children, four sons and a daughter. He gave his life to God at a very early age and was baptized at Greater St. Paul. He received his formal education from the Waycross Public School system and graduated from Center High School in 1963. Soon after gradation he began his military career. During his military service he graduated from Pikes Peak College with a degree in criminal justice. He served 22 years active duty in the military. His service awards include Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Army Occupation Medal (Berlin), Air Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster and Army Good Conduct Medal with sixth award. After his military retirement in July 1985, he worked another 20 years for the Colorado Department of Corrections, retiring as captain in 2006. On Aug. 6, 1967, he married Mamie Shaw and they became parents to three amazing children, Anissa Jordan, Kiva Jordan (deceased) and William Jordan Jr. After returning to Waycross in 2006, he joined Saint Peter’s Missionary Baptist Church before resuming his membership at Greater St. Paul, serving there as a faithful and active member of the congregation. He transitioned from this life to his heavenly home of Friday (Aug. 31, 2018). In addition to his parents and daughter he was preceded in death by a brother, Christopher Jordan. Those left to cherish his memory include his devoted wife, Mamie Shaw Jordan; his children, Anissa Jordan Brown and William Jordan Jr., both of Colorado Springs, CO; his grandchildren, Takarah Carr of Valdosta, DeAndre Brown of Williamsburg, VA, Jade Jordan of Germany, Alesis Jordan and William Jordan III, both of Colorado Springs, CO; his sister, Minnie Jordan Goettie of Waycross; his brothers, James Jordan (Barbara) of Waycross, and Calvin Jordan (Veronica) of Douglasville; a host of loving and doting nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and other relatives. Friends are being received at the Jordan home, 1119 Elizabeth St. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JORDAN, William Robert Jordan (Abstracted from the July 13, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) William Robert Jordan, 84, of Waycross, died Thursday (July 11, 2013) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Noah Jordan and Evelene Allen Jordan. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for Darden Restaurants traveling and opening restaurants in different towns throughout the southeast. He eventually settled in Waycross and managed a Kentucky Fried Chicken owned by the Darden Company. He also enjoyed his work as a beekeeper and selling produce at the local farmer’s market. He was a member of the First Christian Church since 1946. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Gilbert Jordan, a sister, Mary Loyce Halligan, and two brothers, Edward Earl Jordan and Derwood Mills. He is survived by a daughter, Eva Marlene Lee (husband Dr. Clay Lee), of Waycross; two sons, William Noah Jordan, of Waycross, William Robert Little, of Palm Bay, FL;, five grandchildren, Courtney Bell, of Waycross, Sally Jordan, of North Carolina, Brandon Noah Jordan (wife Ali), of Waycross, Spencer Gordon, of Waycross, Matthew Jordan, of Waycross; a sister, Mildred Lucille Hector, of Tallahassee, FL; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Saturday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JORISHIE, Marguerite Ruth Denk Jorishie (Abstracted from the 18 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Marguerite “Marg” Ruth Denk Jorishie, age 79, died peacefully Thursday (March 17, 2016) at Charlotte, NC, after a long illness, with her husband of 58 years by her side. She was born Nov. 18, 1937 in Indianapolis, IN, to Ruth and Henry Denk. A graduate of Southport High School, she married Ken Jorishie in 1957 and spent the next 58 years in South Georgia and North Florida, 177 including Fernandina Beach, Jesup and Blackshear. She will be fondly remembered for her tireless service to the medical community in the area, particularly the Ware County EMS, which she served for more than 25 years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Waycross. She is survived by her husband, Ken Jorishie; as well as her children, Nick (Linda) Jorishie of Blackshear, Jeff Jorishie of Atlanta, Andy Jorishie of Tallahassee, FL, and Chris (Stacie) Jorishie of Charlotte, NC; three grandchildren, Jade Williams of Blackshear, Jacob Jorishie of Blackshear, and Chase Jorishie of Charlotte, NC; multiple great- grandchildren; her brother, Hank (Pat) Denk of San Antonio, TX; and sister, Thecla O’Donnell of Indianapolis, IN; numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews across the country. She was preceded in death by a sister, Francis A. Goode, and brother, Nicholas J. Denk, both of Indianapolis, IN. A memorial service will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church Saturday, April 9, 2016.

JOSEPH, Bessie Joseph (Abstracted from the Madison County Enterprise Recorder 14 November 2008) Bessie Joseph was the first one of the Joseph triplets, born March 10, 1925 on Rockaway farm in Madison County to the late Hamp and Mariah Joseph. She was preceded in death by the second triplet, Tessie Joseph Honer, on May 2, 2001, and the third triplet, Lessie Joseph, preceded her in death on January 24, 2002. They were the first triplets born in Madison County and were born at home. She lived in Madison all of her life and was a homemaker. She received Christ at an early age in the summer of 1942 at Darkening Pond Primitive Baptist Church. Shortly afterward, she moved her membership to New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church. In the early 1980’s she moved her membership to Faith of Deliverance House of Praise Church. She received her call to the ministry shortly thereafter. In 2008 she restored her membership with New Bethel Primitive Church. On November 5, 2008, our beloved aunt, sister and Mother Bessie Joseph slipped quietly and peacefully away to her everlasting home in His Holy Kingdom. She leaves to cherish her memories 2 brothers, Parker B. (Lougretta) Joseph, of Camden, NJ, and Albert Joseph, Sr., of Far Rockaway, NY; and a host of nieces; and nephews. Homegoing services will be held on November 15, at New Bethel Primitive Church. Ganzy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOSEPH, Clenon Alsenior Joseph, Sr. (Abstracted from the Madison County Carrier, Madison, Florida, March 6, 2013) Clenon Alsenior Joseph, Sr., age 60, of Madison, passed away Thursday, February 28, 2013. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 9, 2013, at New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 1943 SW Grand Street in Greenville. Cooks and Cooper Funeral Home, located at 701 3rd Street in Madison is in charge of the arrangements.

JOSEPH, George Florence Joseph (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida April 30, 2013) George Florence Joseph, age 89, died Monday in Haven Hospice in Lake City. Graveside funeral service will be Wednesday at Mt. Horeb Cemetery. She lived in Valdosta, GA before going to Haven Hospice and operated a Laundry Mat. She was a member of Forrest St. United Methodist Church, Valdosta, GA. She is survived by two daughters: Florence Diane Henderson-Simmons of Lake City, and Mary Ann Willis of Nashville, GA; one sister: Van Dalah Thompson of Sanford, FL; 4 grandchildren and 8 great- grandchildren. Beggs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOSEPH, Parker B. Joseph (Abstracted from John Bullard 6 March 2020) Deacon Parker B. Joseph departed his earthly life on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born Sept. 3, 1928, to Hamp and Mariah Joseph. He was the oldest surviving ancestors of the original Joseph family; a direct descendant of Rev. Horace Joseph. He grew up in Madison on Rockaway Farm and attended Madison County public schools. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He relocated to Camden, NJ in the early 1950's. He was a deacon at Atkins Temple in Camden, NJ. He worked as an orderly at East Jersey Hospital / Camden for 40 years. He also received his cosmetology license in 1962. He was preceded in death by brothers: Hamp, Lester, Mack and Albert; sisters: Bessie, Lessie and Tessie. He is survived by his wife of 62 years: Lougretta Joseph. No children were born to this union, however, he leaves a magnitude of nieces and nephews to cherish his memory. Funeral services for Deacon Parker B. Joseph will be at New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church, 339 SE Osgood Ave., Madison, FL. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ganzy Funeral Home, 1171 State Road 14, Madison, FL 32340, (850) 973-3267.

JOSEPH, Raymond Joseph (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 13, 1965) Raymond Joseph, longtime employee of the Van H. Priest Company warehouse, died Tuesday at the local hospital.

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JOSEPH, Ulyssee Joseph (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, January 20, 1967) Ulyssee Joseph was born March 21, 1934 and departed this life January 10, 1967. He was born in Madison County and lived here until he moved to St. Petersburg, where he lived until his death. Survivors are a devoted mother, Lillie B. Joseph; a grandmother, Emma Goodwin; four brothers; Joe Lewis and Clenon L. Joseph, both of Greenville; Leon Joseph of Tallahassee and Clyde Joseph of Orlando; two sisters, Lillie Mae Wilson of Ft. Ord, CA and Eunice C. Windom of Orlando; twelve aunts; seven uncles and a host of other relatives. Funeral services will be held at New Canaan Missionary Baptist Church and burial will follow in Concord Cemetery. Sumpter James Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOSEY, Zina Wright Josey (Abstracted from the 20 April 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A celebration of life for Zina Wright Josey, age 89, will be Saturday at St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church, 500 Fireman St. Interment will be in Hazzard Hill Cemetery. She was a lifelong resident of Waycross, born May 28, 1927 to the late Marvin Wright and Will Ella Myles Wright. She received her formal education from the Waycross Public School System. At an early age, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and became a member of St. Peters Missionary Baptist Church. She was a former employee of King Edward Cigar Inc. and retired from the medical field as an employee of Dr. Youmans. God called her from her earthly home to her heavenly home Saturday (April 15, 2017) after an illness. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three sons, Alton Josey, Willie Easton, Darryl Golden, and a daughter, Tommie Lumpkin. Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Alvin (Mary) Easton of Atlanta, Walter Easton Jr., Bernice Williams, Terrell (Daisy) Josey, Tony (Edna) Golden, Cheryl G. (Jerry) Smith, Tammie (Tracy) Bryant, Eddie (Keisha) O’ Hara Jr. all of Waycross, and Andre O’Hara of Jacksonville; three sisters, Geraldine Mathews, Helen Nelson both of Brunswick, and Constance Hollis of Waycross; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fluker Funeral Home.

JOSHUA, Peyton William Joshua (Abstracted from the Voice, online news of Madison, Florida September 23, 2010) God decided to call his angel Peyton William Joshua home on September 17, 2010. The service will be 11 am EDT Sat., Sept. 25, at New Mt. Zion AME Church (Old Bainbridge Road), with burial at Tallahassee Memory Gardens. Strong & Jones Funeral Home (850-224-2139) is handling the arrangements. Peyton leaves behind his mother and father, William and Ferres Joshua, and two loving brothers, Jayden and Caleb. Peyton touched many lives in his short time here on Earth. He was truly one of God’s little angels.

JOSS, Robert Joss (Abstracted from the Echols County News, November 30, 2011) Robert Joss, 80 of Statenville, died on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Omar and Ruth Kilbury Joss. Formerly of Cleveland, OH, Mr. Joss retired from Cuyahoga County having worked there for many years as an inspector of roads and bridges; he has lived in this area since 1995. He spent a lot of time reading, watching football, especially the Cleveland Browns, and he loved fishing with his son and grandson. He is preceded in death by his wife Margie Joss and a daughter, Debbie Simmons. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Eric and Marsha Joss of St. Charles, IL; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Sharon Menke of Battleground WA, Ann and George Peterson of Lake Park, and Donna and Joe Lawrence of Americus; son and daughter-in-law David and Dee Greene of Lake Park; a sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Ed Wood of Medina OH; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; his mother-in-law, Ruth Eason, of Selma, NC; a sister-in-law, Jean Dale of Selma, NC and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives. A funeral service for Mr. Joss was held on Sunday, November 13, 2011 at McLane Lakewood Funeral Home in Lake Park. Burial of the cremains will follow at a later time at Lake Park Cemetery. Flowers were accepted or donations could be made to Second Harvest Food Bank, 1411 Harbin Cir., Valdosta, GA 31601. McLane Lakewood Funeral Home and McLane Crematory served the Joss family.

JOURNELL, Anaiya Elizabeth Journell (Abstracted from the 27 January 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Miss Anaiya Elizabeth Journell, 18-month-old daughter of Jessica Journell and John Williams, passed away Tuesday (Jan. 24, 2017) at her residence. Born in Alma, July 7, 2015, Anaiya lived in Blackshear all of her short life. She enjoyed doing the typical things a little girl would do — giving the best kisses, playing outside, imitating people, bathtime, dancing to music and being a helper to her mommy and daddy. She loved to pull her daddy’s beard, rub his bald head, look at bright lights and all sorts of bright colors. Anaiya was very good at being cute and entertaining and will be forever loved and 179 dearly missed by her mommy and daddy and the rest of her family. Anaiya was starting to get excited about becoming a big sister in May. This new little baby will surely have an angel watching over it. She was preceded in death by her step- grandfather, Robert Boatright, and her aunt, Carmen Harmon. In addition to her parents, she is survived by maternal grandparents, Peggy Boatright of Blackshear, and Clayton and Melinda Durrence of Blackshear; her paternal grandparents, Judy and Johnny Williams of Patterson, and Michell Cason of Lake City, FL; her aunts, Shannon Sutton of Blackshear, Angel (and James) Taylor of Waycross, and Nicole (and Randy) Bitenieks of Patterson; her uncles, Noah Williams of Alamo, Mark (Sabrina) Williams of Blackshear, and Brandon Bebee of Blackshear; a great-aunt, Sabrina (George) Music of Waresboro; a great-uncle, Doug Sutton (Ann-Marie) Deash of Blackshear; and numerous cousins and other family members. The funeral will be Monday at the Pearson-Dial Funeral Home Inc., of Blackshear. Interment will be in the Shady Grove Cemetery.

JOWERS, Barbara Elizabeth Jowers (Abstracted from the 19 April 2018 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Barbara Elizabeth Jowers, age 79, passed away Wednesday April 11, 2018, at Regency Hospital, Macon, GA, following a brief illness. Mrs. Jowers was born in Duval County, FL, the daughter to the late John Q. Jones, and Lillie Mae Roberson Jones. She worked as a bus driver for the Coffee County School System for many years, a homemaker and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elton Jowers and a son, John Tracey Jowers. Survivors include two sons, Trevor Jowers and wife Ann of Ambrose, GA, and Tommy Jowers of Ambrose, GA, two sisters, Vivian Ortega and husband Manny of Middleburg, FL, and Bertha Lee Waite and husband Buck of Briceville, FL, brother, Raymond Jones and wife Delaine of Briceville, FL, several grandchildren, several great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Saturday April 14, 2018, at New Hope Baptist Church. Interment will be in New Hope Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

JOWERS, Carlton Brandon Jowers (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 6 January 2015) Mr. Carlton Brandon Jowers, age 38, of Atlanta, GA, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2014, at his residence following a brief illness. Mr. Jowers was born on June 23, 1976, in Tifton, GA, to Phillip Mackey Jowers and Sharlene Helon Nolan Jowers Ingram. Mr. Jowers held a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and was employed by Helping Hands as a certified drug and alcohol addiction counselor. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Sharlene Jowers (Kevin) Ingram of Douglas, GA; father and stepmother, Phillip Mackey (Gretta) Jowers of Ambrose, GA; 1 brother, Jody Phillip Jowers of Ambrose, GA; 3 step brothers, Jeremy Smith of Broxton, Brandon Smith and Travis Ryan Smith both of Douglas, GA; paternal grandmother, Betty Ann Jowers of Douglas, GA; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lawton and Helon Nolan, and paternal grandfather, Carl Jowers. Funeral services were held on Thursday, December 11, 2014, at Reedy Branch Baptist Church. Interment followed at Deberry Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOWERS, Gaile Jowers (Abstracted from the 23 November 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Gaile Jowers, age 76, died Wednesday (Nov. 21, 2018) at her residence following an extended illness. She was born in Selma, AL, and grew up on St. Simons Island, then moved to Waycross in 1975. She had a radiologist degree obtained from Emory University, and retired from the Memorial Hospital Heart Cath Lab in Waycross where she worked as a radiologic technologist. After retiring, she moved to Lake Sinclair. She was a member of Northside Baptist Church in Milledgeville, and was a member of the Christians in Action Sunday School Class. She also was in the hospital auxiliary at the hospital in Milledgeville and was the tour director for historic tours in downtown Milledgeville. After 15 years on the lake she returned to Waycross for the remainder of her life. She was the daughter of the late Thomas Milton Nash and late Ruth Clyde Barrow Nash. She was also preceded in death by a son, Johnny Dewayne Jowers. She is survived by her husband, Johnny W. Jowers of Waycross; three children, Howell (Kim) Cullens of Eatonton, Barbara (Derrick) Crosby of Waycross, and Tammy (Harmon) Raulerson of Blackshear; five grandchildren, Scott Tanner, Nash Cullens, Will Cullens, Luke Crosby and Liam Crosby; two brothers, Tommy (Shewell) Nash of Alpharetta, and Jimmy (Jeri) Nash of Jacksonville, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Sunday in the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The family requests memorials be made to the American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders, P.O. Box 29545, Atlanta, GA 30359 and Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.

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Idola Jowers, age 83 of Live Oak, Florida passed away early Sunday morning January 1, 2012 at Suwannee Valley Care Center in Lake City, FL following a lengthy illness. She was born September 18, 1928, a native of Madison County, FL and she lived most of her life in Live Oak. Idola was a homemaker and a member of the Live Oak Christian Church. Survivors include her two sons, Tommy (Marsha) Jowers, Lakeland, FL; Danny (Terri) Jowers, Golden, CO; two daughters, Bobbie (Eddie) Slaughter, Rydal, GA; Gracie Browning, Live Oak, FL; one sister, Jeanette Pert, Tampa, FL; sixteen grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren. Services will be held 6:00 PM Wednesday, January 4, 2012 in the Brody Harris Memorial Chapel with Rev. Carl Thomas officiating. Interment will be held in the Macedonia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Haven Hospice, 6037 Hwy 90 West, Lake City, FL 32055.

JOWERS, John Jowers (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 29 June 2011) Mr. John Jowers, age 88 of Nicholls, passed away Monday, June 6, 2011, at the Shady Acres Health and Rehab Center, following an extended illness. Mr. Jowers, a native of Coffee County, was a retired farmer. He also worked with pulpwood and turpentine while on the farm. Mr. Jowers attended the Church Of God of Nicholls. He was the son of the late Eli Jowers and the late Vinnie Hutcheson Jowers. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Nell Cady Jowers. Survivors include 1 son, Raymond (Winona) Jowers of Hazlehurst; 2 daughters, Bessie (Buddy) Leggett of Baxley and Kathy (Wendell) Streat of Nicholls; 6 grandchildren; 1 step-grandchild; 7 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Thursday, June 9, 2011 at Ricketson Funeral Home. Interment followed in the Roberts Cemetery near Nicholls.

JOWERS, Kathy Louise Jowers (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 16 September 2014) Mrs. Kathy Louise Jowers, age 59, of Douglas, GA, passed away Monday, September 8, 2014, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Jowers was born on August 17, 1955, in Ashville, NC, to Billy Ray West and Laura Irene Burris Phillips. Survivors include her son, Jonathan Hallman of Ambrose, GA; her mother, Laura Irene Burris Phillips of Douglas, GA, her father, Billy Ray West of Sycamore, GA; 1 sister, Sue (John Wayne) Mathews of Douglas, GA; and nieces and nephews, Stephen Mathews, Laura Burke, Rabekah Mathews, Sarah Mathews, and Rachael Mathews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnathan Jowers. Memorial services were Saturday, September 13, 2014, at Green Acres Baptist Church. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOWERS, Myrtle T. Jowers (Abstracted from the 5 August 2019 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Myrtle T. Jowers, age 92, died Friday (Aug. 2, 2019) at Baptist Village Retirement Communities after an extended illness. She was born Dec. 12, 1926 in Worth County, but she was a lifelong resident of Ware County. She was formerly employed by Spatola Brothers Footwear and Transco Cap Factory. She was a member of Ware Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julius Benjamin Bridges and Fannie Camilla Eldridge Bridges, her husband, James Cecil Jowers; four children, Cary Russell, Clayton Russell, Calvin Russell and Brenda Brown; grandson, Doug Russell; great-granddaughter, Taylor Jowers; and two siblings, Treecia Clark and Jessie Belvie Whiddon. Survivors include four sons, Cliff Russell (Harriett), of Conroe, TX, James Mike Jowers (Cheryl), of Waycross, Cecil Allen Jowers (Faye), of Brantley County, and Rodney L. Jowers (Dana), of Waresboro; 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service was to be held at Waresboro Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOWERS, Taylor Marie Jowers (Abstracted from the April 8, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Taylor Marie Jowers, age 10, died suddenly Friday (April 4, 2014) at her residence in Waycross. She was native and lifelong resident of Waycross and a fifth grade student at Wacona Elementary School. She attended Waresboro Church of God. She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, George and Gertrude McClain. She is survived by her parents, Josh and Stacie Jowers, of Waycross; her brother, Joshua Scott Jowers Sr., of Waycross; her maternal grandparents, Judy Music, of Waycross, and Robert (Joann) Fritz, of Waycross; her paternal grandparents, Allen and Faye Jowers, of Waycross; her great- grandparents, Raymond and Betty King, of Waycross; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral will be held Thursday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Waresboro Cemetery.

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Miss Carrington Maree Joyce, passed away at birth, Sunday, May 23, 2010, in the Satilla Regional Medical Center, Waycross. She was preceded in death by her maternal great-great-grandparents, Alva and Carrie Lee Futch and Martha Nash. Survivors are her mother and father, Jena Maree Cason and Jaime Christopher Joyce of Homerville; three brothers, John Caleb Cason, David Zachary Cason and Trenton Lodd Cason, all of Homerville; maternal grandparents, John and Ellen Sirmans of Homerville; maternal great-grandparents: Bobbie Sirmans and Buddy Sirmans of Homerville; paternal grandparents, Irma and Keith Stalvey and George Joyce of Homerville and several other relatives. Services for Miss Joyce were held Saturday, May 29, 2010 from the Arabia Primitive Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Arabia Church Cemetery. Roundtree Funeral Home is serving the Joyce Family.

JOYCE, Florine Sapp Joyce (Abstracted from the 8 August 2017 Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper) Mrs. Florine Sapp Joyce, of Nashville, Ga, died peacefully in Douglas, Ga, on May 10, 2017, at the age of 81. Mrs. Joyce was born on November 19, 1935, in Douglas, GA, to the late James Allen Sapp and Effie Lee Brigmond Sapp. She is survived by her children, Sandra (the late Melvin) Buchanan of Enigma, GA; Larry Wayne (Terri) Joyce of Enigma, GA; Lynda Joyce of Irwinville, GA; Cynthia (John) Keanon of Douglas, GA; and Lamar (Traci) Joyce of Nashville, GA. She is also survived by her sisters, Lois (Gene) Wilkes of Rockledge, FL and Geraldine (Wayne) Solomon of Douglas, GA; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Barney Joyce of Enigma, GA; grandson, James Buchanan of Enigma, GA, and great-grandson, Andrew Joyce of Irwinville, GA. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Thelma Locamy and Evelyn Lawrence of Douglas, GA and a brother, James Allen “Buddy” Sapp of Toccoa, GA. Funeral services were Friday, May 12, 2017, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Interment followed at Hebron Church Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JOYCE, Jimmy Edward Joyce (Abstracted from the 17 October 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Jimmy Edward Joyce, age 85, of Waycross, died Monday (Oct. 16, 2017) at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross. He was born in Pearson to the late Ernest S. Joyce and Lucille Sirmans Joyce. Leaving Pearson at an early age, he made Waycross his home for the majority of his life. He graduated from Waycross High School and attended Georgia Institute of Technology where he played football and baseball. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. After his tour in the Army, he returned to Waycross where he began work for Seaboard Coastline Railroad. He worked as a trainmaster for 35 years before his retirement in 1991. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. After his playing career at Georgia Tech was finished, he found joy in coaching his son, Jeffrey, and many other young kids in the Waycross community in both football and baseball. He was inducted into the Waycross-Ware County Sports Hall of Fame in 2000. An avid reader, he would take all of the books he finished and donate them to the Waycross Public Library. He especially loved watching western movies on television as well as the Atlanta Braves and Georgia Tech football. Being a cancer survivor, he was an inspiration to his family and friends. More than anything he loved his family and spending time with them, especially his grandchildren. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Louretha Joyce, and two brothers, Morris Joyce and Shearer Joyce. He is survived by his son, Jeffrey A. (Wendy) Joyce of Waycross, his daughter, Shauna L. Joyce of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, his grandchildren, Lindsay Joyce, Mackenzie Woodard, Ethan Joyce, Evin Joyce, his great-grandchildren, Zoe Raulerson, Mattox Woodard, Myles Woodard, Kasen Thomas, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JOYCE, Junior Edgar Joyce (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 19 October 2011) Mr. Junior Edgar Joyce, age 85, of Douglas passed away Monday, September 5, 2011, at his residence after an extended illness. He was a native of Cecil, GA, but had lived in Douglas for many years. Mr. Joyce was son of the late Edgar Ermon Joyce and Gona Frankie Savage Joyce. He was a member of the Light House Baptist Church and served in the US Marines during WWII. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Russell Joyce and Jona Joyce; one sister, Evelyn Gore; and a grandson, Kevin Christopher Joyce. Survivors include his wife, Donnie Lee Langford Joyce of Douglas; two sons, Ermon Luther Joyce, Sr. of Douglas and Billy Dean (Trish) Joyce, Sr. of Plant City, FL; two daughters, Peggy Ann (Charles) Swilley and Marian Elizabeth (Mark) Raymer of Douglas; 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Funeral services were Thursday, September 8 at Providence Baptist Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Crosby Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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(Abstracted from the July 23, 2013 Waycross (GA) Journal Herald Newspaper) Louretha A. Joyce, 78, of Waycross, died suddenly Monday (July 22, 2013) at her residence. She was born in Waycross to the late John L. Albritton and Mary Helen Bennett Albritton. She made Waycross her home all of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She served as a Relief Society Sister, former choir director and was church organist for 60 years. She also served as pianist for Waycross High School and Waycross Middle School. She taught piano lessons, loved to work in her garden, loved to cook and most of all loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Hester Albritton Phillips, and a nephew, Timmy Joyce. She is survived by her husband, Jimmy E. Joyce, of Waycross; a son, Jeffrey A. Joyce (wife Wendy), of Waycross; a daughter, Shauna L. Joyce, of Jacksonville Beach, FL; her grandchildren, Lindsay Joyce, MacKenzie Woodard, Ethan Joyce and Evin Joyce; her great-grandchildren, Zoe Raulerson, Mattox Woodard and Myles Woodard; a sister, Priscilla A. Adams, of Douglas; a brother-in-law, William S. Joyce, of Waycross; her nephews, Britt Adams, Jacob Adams, Greg Joyce and Donnie Joyce; her nieces, Allyn Elliott and Whitney Stewart; and numerous other relatives. A funeral will be Thursday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JOYCE, Mary Elizabeth Joyce (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 19 October 2011) Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Joyce, age 102, of Douglas, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2011, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mrs. Joyce was born in Ocilla, to the late John Marvin and Bessie Revell Jackson on October 27, 1908. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Ezra Joyce. Mrs. Joyce was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Survivors include her daughter, Audrey Jean Sherrod of Douglas; grandsons, Buster (Dot) Story, Lonnie Story and Berry Story, all of Douglas; granddaughter, Beverly (Randall) Garner of Douglas; 8 great grandchildren; and 15 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were Tuesday, October 11, 2011, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Interment followed in the Douglas City Cemetery. Sims Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

JOYCE, William George Joyce (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 2 September 2014) William George Joyce, age 58, of Blackshear, GA, passed away Monday, August 25, 2014, at home following a brief illness. Mr. Joyce was born on February 15, 1956, in Sendi, Japan to William Marshall Joyce and Motoko Konno. Survivors include 3 sons, A.J. (Rebecca Thompson) Joyce of Perry, GA; William (Michelle) Joyce of Nicholls, GA; and Quincey Joyce of Perry, GA; 6 daughters, Carmen (Matthew McDonald) Joyce of Kirkland, GA; Tracy Lynn Murray of Douglas, GA; Kesha Joyce of Douglas, GA; Krystal (Gary) Monroe of Blackshear, GA; Kacie Taylor of Blackshear, GA; and Georgia Joyce of Perry, GA; his father, William Marshall Joyce of Lakeland, FL; his mother, Motoko Konno of Japan; 1 sister, Masako Joyce of Jacksonville, FL; 1 half-brother, Chris Joyce of Douglas, GA; 1 half-sister, Karen Smith of Douglas, GA; 11 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, William Kam Joyce. Memorial service was Friday, August 29, 2014, at Sims Funeral Home.

JOYCE, William S. Joyce (Abstracted from the December 28, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) William S. Joyce, 76, of Waycross, died Thursday (Dec. 26, 2013) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. He was born in Pearson, son of the late Ernest S. Joyce and Lucille Sirmans Joyce. He was retired from the United States Army, where he served two tours of duty in Vietnam. He spent time stationed in Korea and Germany. For a majority of his service career he lived in Hinesville, however, upon his retirement he moved to Waycross where he spent the last 15 years. He attended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Herminia Joyce, a son, Timmy Joyce, and a brother, Morris Joyce. He is survived by 2 sons, Greg (Lisa) Joyce of Ailey, Donnie (JoAnn) Joyce of Blackshear; 5 step-children, Larry (Ann) Dixon of Waihiawa, HI, Garry Dixon of Pearl City, HI, Sherry (Lynn) Stell of Woodstock, Amy Dixon, of Titusville, FL, Paul (Debbie) Dixon of Bellbrooke, OH; 1 brother, Jimmy Joyce, of Waycross; and numerous grandchildren; step-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Sunday at the graveside in Oakland Cemetery. Miles- Odum Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JOYNER, Alexander Grayson Joyner (Abstracted from the 8 January 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) SAVANNAH — Alexander Grayson Joyner, infant son of Brock and Vanessa Stephens Joyner, passed away Monday (Jan. 5, 2015) at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandparents, Donna and Barry Stephens, of Waycross; his paternal grandparents, Mary and Terris Joyner, of Hoboken; his maternal great- grandparents, Catherine and Jack Wilson, of Blackshear; his paternal grandmothers, Nancy Joyner, of Waycross, and Judy 183

Brock, of Nahunta; and several aunts, uncles and other relatives. The funeral for baby Alexander will be held Saturday at Waters Cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is serving the family.

JOYNER, Carroll John Joyner (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Carroll John Joyner, age 76, of Valdosta passed away Saturday, October 13, 2012 at Holly Hill Nursing Home. He was born August 22, 1936 in Ocilla, FL to the late Aurelius and Louise Wells Joyner. Mr. Joyner was a veteran in the U. S. Air Force and was a member of Providence United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Joiner. Survivors include a daughter Caroline Kelly, of Valdosta, GA; sons & daughter-in-law John Joyner, of Valdosta, GA; and Jeff & Rita Harter, of Milledgeville, GA; grandchildren Tatum Touchton and Robert Touchton, both of Valdosta, GA; great-grandchildren Cole Freeman, and Shane Freemen, both of Valdosta, GA. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, October 17, 2012 in Providence United Methodist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta is serving the family

JOYNER, Donna Faye Waters Joyner (Abstracted from the 11 October 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Donna Faye Waters Joyner, age 51, of Blackshear, passed away Friday (Oct. 6, 2017) at her residence. Born in Waycross Jan. 25, 1966, she lived in Ware and Pierce counties most of her life. She was a homemaker. She was a daughter of the late Donald Lemuel Waters. She was also preceded in death by the man who raised her, Freddie Douglas, as well as a brother, Randy Douglas. Survivors include her daughter, Haley Dwyer of Kansas; her mother, Charlene (Johnny) Tatum of Waycross; the woman who raised her, Geneva Douglas of Waycross; a sister, Tammy Waters Costley of Newnan, GA; three brothers, Lemuel (Patricia) Waters of Homerville, Rommie (Cindy) Douglas of Gray, and Danny (Michelle) Douglas of Marsha, IL; a sister-in-law, Cindy Smith Douglas of Albany; four grandchildren, Chloe, Matt, Brody and Taylor Mulligan; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will be Thursday in the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation.

JOYNER, Edward George Joyner Jr. (Abstracted from 4 June 2019 Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida) Edward George Joyner, Jr., age 66, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019, in Keystone Heights, FL. Funeral services were held at T. J. Beggs, Jr. and Sons, in Madison, FL. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, FL. He was born in Greenville and graduated from Greenville High School in 1970. He had lived in Keystone Heights since 2000. He was a member of St. Johns Baptist Church there. He enjoyed fishing, Gator football, softball, basketball and baseball. He is survived by his wife, Lynn Joyner of Keystone Heights; two sons: Ed Joyner (Lark) of Valdosta, GA; Jordan Joyner of Keystone Heights; one daughter, Dawn Barker (Wally) of Loganville, GA; one brother, Walter Joyner (Suk) of Melbourne, FL; four sisters: Gussie J. Alwood (John) of Orange Park, FL; Julia Hughes (Jack) of Orange Park; Darlene Hagan (Jack) of Greenville; and Janet Fry (Everett) of Orange Park; and six grandchildren: Kelsey, Emily, William, Faith, Sarah and Anna. T. J. Beggs, Jr. & Sons, in Madison, served the family; (850) 973-2258.

JOYNER, infant son Joyner (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, November 11, 1949) Funeral services were held at the graveside in Evergreen Cemetery, Saturday morning November 5 for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward G. Joyner. The little one passed away in the doctor’s office in Monticello Friday morning. In addition to his parents, the baby is survived by one sister, Gussie Mae, 11 months of age.

JOYNER, Ivey Harry Joyner, Jr. (Abstracted from the Clinch County News, January 6, 2010) Mr. Ivey Harry Joyner, Jr., 59, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2010, at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Ware County on March 16, 1950, Mr. Joyner had lived in Homerville for many years before moving to Blackshear four years ago. He was retired from Brockway B-Way Industries in Homerville and was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Finley Harris, and his brother, Paul Joyner. Mr. Joyner is survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law, Jennifer and Steve McHugh of Baconton, GA, Ivy Kaye and Calvin Smith of Valdosta and Ivey Joyner of Blackshear; two sons, Carey Joyner of Manor and Michael Paul Joyner of Blackshear; his father and step-mother, Ivey Harry, Sr. and Rose Joyner of Waycross; five sisters, Yvonne (Jim) Brown of Waycross, Sheila Joyner (fiance’ Jimmy McKinney) and Alice (James) Edison all of Blackshear, Lorraine (Elmer) Davis of Jamestown and June Smith of Brunswick; a grandchild, Taylor Lane, and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services for Mr. Joyner were held Tuesday, January 5, 2010, at the Pearson-Dial Funeral Home. Interment was in the Piney Grove Cemetery in Ware County. 184

JOYNER, Mary Jane Joyner (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 24 November 2009) Mrs. Mary Jane Joyner, age 66 of Pearson, GA, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2009, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA following an extended illness. A native of Atkinson County, Mrs. Joyner was born on May 21, 1943, the daughter of Hancel and Inez Spikes Luke. She was a homemaker and a member of Hargraves Chapel Congregational Methodist Church. Her husband, Dempsey Joyner, preceded her in death. Survivors include 2 sons: Locky Joyner of Pearson, GA and Tony (Gina) Joyner of Pearson, GA; 1 sister: Louise Burch of Axson, GA; 3 grandchildren: Jessica Herrin, Lauren Herrin, and Brandon Herrin; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services for Mrs. Joyner were Thursday, November 5, 2009, at Hargraves Cemetery. Relihan Funeral Home of Pearson, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

JOYNER, Preston E. Joyner (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, October 20, 1967) Preston E. Joyner, age 74, died Wednesday in Tallahassee. He lived at Midway. Surviving are his wife; six sons; two daughters and two brothers, one of whom is Roscoe Joyner of Greenville. Funeral was held Thursday.

JUDAH, Charles Judah (Abstracted from information courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA 27 July 2018) Charles Judah, age 84, of Valdosta passed away Friday, July 27, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was born on May 15, 1934 in Geneva, AL to the late Marvin & Evie (Orr) Judah. Charles has owned and operated Medicare Supplement Insurance Service since 1998. He enjoyed gardening, reading and going to the movies. He was a United States Army Veteran. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Katrina England. Survivors include his wife, Martha Judah, Valdosta; son: Ben Judah, Valdosta; 2 daughters & sons-in-law: Carrie & Cla Parker, Perry, FL, Amanda & Scott Workmaster, Enigma, GA; 4 grandchildren: Amber O’brien, Kaleigh Rice, Trey Nunnery & Tyler Lowe; 3 great grandchildren: Ryker Perry, Inder Hansford & T.R. Hansford; sister-in-law: Lois Judah, Waycross, GA and a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Wednesday, August 1, 2018 in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers please make donations to a charity of your choice.

JUDAH, Donald Bruce Judah Sr. (Abstracted from the 11 December 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Donald Bruce Judah Sr., age 79, of Waycross, died Thursday (Dec. 7, 2017) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House. Born March 1, 1938 in Columbus, he was a son of the late Ewell Wade and Irma Inez McDaniel Judah. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He retired following 33 years of service and then entered a career in law enforcement. He retired following 17 years of service as a deputy with the Washington County Sheriff’s Department. He was a member of Chipley Assembly of God. Survivors include his wife, Gwendolyn (Lyn) Tucker Judah of Waycross; his son, Donald Bruce (Angie) Judah Jr. of Jacksonville, FL; his daughter, Lisa Dowling of Waycross; his grandchildren, Suzanne (Michael) Winge of Waycross, Brian (Leslie) Judah of Ty Ty, Brandon (Courtney) Dowling of Brunswick, Bradley (Caroline) Judah, Bethany Judah and Bayley Judah, all of Jacksonville, FL, and Kevin (Emily) Hadaway of Offerman; five great-grandchildren, Makayla, Makenzie, Pinah, Tristan and Fletcher; two sisters, Carolyn Western of Chipley, FL, and Barbara (G.B.) Gay of Opp, AL; his brother, Wade (Frances) Judah of Fort Waldon, FL; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A memorial service will take place Thursday at Hart Funeral Home. Entombment will follow at the Jacksonville National Cemetery with military honors.

JUDAH, Martha Lynn Carter Judah (Abstracted from Music Funeral Services 2 June 2020) Martha (Carter) Judah, age 75, of Valdosta, GA passed away Tuesday June 2, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center after a lengthy illness. She was born on May 12, 1945 in Lakeland, GA to the late Willie (Powell) and R.E. Carter. Martha worked for many years as an insurance agent until her retirement. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Judah and daughter, Katrina (Ogletree) England. Survivors include her son, Benjamin Judah of Valdosta, GA; daughter, Amanda (Ogletree) Workmaster of Valdosta, GA; step-daughter, Cary Parker of Mexico Beach, FL; grandchildren, Amber Hansford O’Brien and Kaleigh Rice; great grandchildren: Ryker Perry, Inder Hansford and River Hansford. A memorial service to honor Martha will be at Music Funeral Services, Lakeland.

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The Rev. William H. Judah, 83, died suddenly Friday morning (March 31, 2006) at Satilla Regional Medical Center. He was a born in Newton, Ala. to the late Marvin Judah and Evvie Carswell Judah. He was reared in Hartford, Ala., where he married his wife, Velma, on July 17, 1942. He lived most of his life in Waycross. He served the Lord for 50 years as a minister to numerous Assembly of God churches. He ministered at Westside Assembly of God in Waycross for several years and was at his death a member of Cornerstone Church of God, where he taught the Senior Adult Sunday School Class for a number of years. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Velma Lois Brown Judah, of Waycross; three sons, Don Judah (Virginia), of Tallahassee, FL, Darrell Judah (Janet), of Naples, Fla., and Marvin Judah (Tina), of Waycross; seven grandchildren, Donnie Judah (Shannon), Aaron Judah (Dena), David and Martina Judah, Garrett, Jesse and Justin Carrington; two great granddaughters, Brianna and Bailey Judah; two brothers, Wilburn Judah, of Bradenton, FL, and Charles Judah, of Valdosta; a sister, Racheal Keltner, of Geneva, AL; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Monday at High Bluff Cemetery. A homegoing jubilee will be held 2:30 p.m. Monday at Cornerstone Church of God. The family will receive friends 7 until 9 p.m. Sunday at Music Funeral Home.

JUDE, Barbara Sue McCumbers Utley Jude (Abstracted from the 9 November 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Barbara Sue McCumbers Utley Jude, age 61, died Sunday (Nov. 8, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System at Waycross following a brief illness. She was a native of Lyons, daughter of the late Elbert McCumbers and Elsie Louse Wheeler McCumbers. She formerly owned and operated a child daycare. Survivors include a son, Douglas D. (Alanna) Utley of Darlington, SC; a daughter, Rebecca Louise Utley of Darlington, SC; 2 grandchildren, Kevin Douglas Bryant and Mya Louise Bryant; 1 sister, Peggy Ann McCumbers of Indiana; 3 brothers, Kenneth (Maryann) McCumbers, Wendell (Nancy) McCumbers, both of Augusta, and Kalvin McCumbers of Waynesboro; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorialization will be by cremation. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JUDGE, Carl E. Judge (Abstracted by courtesy of Music Funeral Home, Lakeland, GA and Valdosta, GA) Carl E. Judge, age 83, of Valdosta, GA passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2012 at the VA Hospital in Lake City, FL. He was born in Sylvester, GA on April 29, 1929 to the late Leonard J & Rufus (Burges) Judge. He retired from the U. S. Air Force after serving more than 20 years. Following his service to his country, he worked with civil service for more than 20 years. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, A. J. Judge. Survivors Include his wife of 56 years, Phyllis Martin Judge, of Valdosta, GA; son & significant other, Anthony Judge & Alice Shiflett, of Adel, GA; grandson, Steven Judge, of Sweden; granddaughter, Megan Shiflett, of Adel, GA; sister, Elizabeth McClusky, of Hawkinsville, GA; brother & sister-in-law, Charles & Nina Judge, of Arizona; brother, William Judge, of Cordele, GA; brother, Bobby Judge, of Cordele, GA; brother & sister-in-law, Murray & Hazel Judge, of Cordele, GA; sister-in-law, Edith Martin Garner, of Cordele, GA and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 29, 2012 in the Sunnyside Cemetery, Cordele, GA. No visitation will be held. In lieu of flowers please make donations to VAMC, Voluntary Services – CLC1, 619 South Marion Ave., Lake City, FL 32025. Music Funeral Services, Valdosta, GA

JUDKINS, Latrell Judkins (Abstracted from the 22 September 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Latrell Judkins, age 80, of Middleburg, FL, passed away Thursday (Sept. 17, 2015) at the Custead Care Center in Orange Park, FL. She was born Dec. 16, 1934 in Blackshear, daughter of the late Stanley and Cleo (Henderson) Mattox. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend will who be forever missed. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Judkins; daughters, Cindy Judkins (Kelly) Yeager and Sherri Judkins; grandchildren, Amanda Yeager and Kaila Yeager; great-grandchildren, Hunter Anderson and Annaleigh Anderson; 3 brothers, Troy (Sue) Mattox, Shelby (Gail) Mattox and Ricky (Becky) Mattox; sisters, Joyce (Ed) Anderson, Vickie Brigman and Clovis (Gene) Simmons. She was preceded in death by a brother, Tracy Mattox, and a sister, Alice Altman. A memorial service will be at Beulah Baptist Church in the Hurricane Community Wednesday. Another service will be Thursday at First Baptist Church of Middleburg, 2645 Blanding Blvd., Middleburg, FL. Inurnment will be at a later date at the Jacksonville National Cemetery. Arrangements are with Broadus-Raines Funeral Home in Green Cove Springs, FL.

JUHAN, Charles J. Juhan (Abstracted from the Madison Enterprise-Recorder Newspaper, Madison, Florida, August 11, 1944) 2nd Lieut. Charles J. Juhan, son of Bishop and Mrs. Frank Juhan of Jacksonville, was killed at Normandy, July 6th. The family has many friends here who will learn with much sorrow of the young man’s death.

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JUMP, George Jump, Jr. (Abstracted from the Douglas (GA) Enterprise Newspaper 4 September 2009) Mr. George Jump, Jr., age 77, of Douglas passed away Friday, August 28, 2009, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center, following a short illness. Mr. Jump, a native of Dodge County, had lived in the Coffee County area for many years. He owned and operated several country grocery stores, including the stores in West Green. He was the son of the late George Washington Jump and the late Essie Sheffield Jump. He was also preceded in death by a son: Roger Jump, and two half-brothers: Dave Jump and Bill Jump, and four half-sisters: Annie Jump Renew, Ruby McCranie, Lillie Mae Jump Jones and Ethel Jump Sheffield. Mr. Jump was a U. S. Army Veteran. Mr. Jump was a member of the Sweet Home Baptist Church of Dodge County, however he attended the First Congregational Christian Church of Douglas. Survivors include his wife of 52 years: Avonell June Seabolt Jump of Douglas, GA; 2 sons: Mitchell (Debra) Jump, and Russell (Joni) Jump both of Douglas, GA; 1 brother: Jack Jump of Palatka, FL; 5 grandchildren: Shahee Jump, Brandi Vincent, Chelsey Jump and Kason Jump all of Douglas and Jessica Giddens of West Green; 6 great-grandchildren; 1 brother-in-law: Cleveland (Georgia) White of Douglas, GA; 1 sister-in-law: Jackie Hartley of Mt. Vernon, GA; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were Sunday, August 30, 2009, at the First Congregational Christian Church. The interment followed in the Douglas City Cemetery. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

JUNIOUS, Carolyn Louise Massey Junious (Abstracted from Tillman Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Monticello & Madison, FL 15 November 2020) Carolyn Louise Massey Junious was born on July 12, 1946 in Monticello, Florida. She was the second child born to the now-late Louis Massey and Ethel Jo Griffin Massey. One could not have a better friend, associate, coworker, sibling or family member than Carolyn. She was known to light up a room during any family gathering with her hilarious sayings. Even during her illness, she often found a way to make any and everybody laugh. Carolyn graduated from Howard Academy High School in 1964. From there, she went on to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in English. After earning her degree, Carolyn became and continued to be a dedicated educator in Madison and Jefferson County School Systems for a combined 30+ years. In 1988, she and her family relocated to Leon County but she continued showing her dedication to her students, commuting to Jefferson County on a daily basis. After her retirement, her main focus was her grandchildren and not to mention, being a dedicated Rattler fan; always in her reserved spot at every home football game! Carolyn confessed Christ at an early age and became a member of Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church where she was a member of the Senior Choir. If you had the pleasure of hearing her sing, then you should know that she had a beautiful voice. Carolyn led many songs but the one most often requested by the congregation was “Sending Up My Timber”. On Sunday, November 15, 2020, God saw and heard His servant and said, “Well done My good and faithful servant; time to be with Me in a land where the streets are paved with gold and there does not exist any pain or suffering”. Carolyn is probably already singing in the Heavenly choir, “Sending Up Her Timber” while she’s “Walking Around Heaven”. Carolyn’s love of her life, her husband, Will Junious, also preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn a loving family to share and treasure her love, her loving sons: Mario (Nyrie) Junious, West Palm Beach, FL and Marco (Ericka) Junious of Tallahassee, FL; eight grandchildren: Amoni, Amari, Amiya, Aria, Marco Jr., Summer, Kaleb and Kennedy; one great-grandchild: Journee; siblings: Alphonso (Carol) Massey, Colorado Springs, CO, Ethel (Ernest) Gregory, Landover, MD, Jimmy (Bedez) Massey, Gainesville, FL, Tony (Martha) Massey, William (Leona) Massey and Stephanie M. Massey Footman; and a host of nieces, nephews and devoted family.

JUNK, Daphene L. Junk (Abstracted from the 11 October 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Daphene L. Junk, age 94, of St. Marys, passed away Tuesday (Sept. 12, 2017) in Nashville, Ga. She was born Feb. 4, 1923 in Waycross to the late Lois Ella McCullough Lovett and Willis Clinton Lovett. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Raymond Junk. She had been a resident of Camden County since 1949, and was a member of the St. Marys United Methodist Church. She is survived by her son, Raymond (Janice) Junk II of Fernandina Beach, FL, sister, Charlotte Hudson of Blackshear, grandsons, Raymond Junk III, of Keystone Heights, FL, and Andrew (Colleen) Junk of Washington, DC, great- granddaughters, Amelia and Anastasia Junk of Keystone Heights, FL, new great-granddaughter, Cora Lee Junk of Washington, DC. A graveside service was Saturday (Sept. 16) at Oak Grove Cemetery in St. Marys. Allison Memorial Chapel and Funeral Home of St. Marys was in charge of arrangements.

JUSSEAUME, Gerald Jusseaume (Abstracted from https://valdostatoday.com/obituaries/2020/07/gerard-jusseaume/) Gerard Jusseaume, age 84, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Tuesday June 30, 2020 in the South Georgia Medical Center. He was born on July 3, 1935 in Connecticut to the late Eva (Noniseaux) and Jean Jusseaume. Gerard was a dedicated and loving family man. Along with spending time with his family, he enjoyed woodworking and gardening. Gerard was a member of the Jennings 187

Assembly of God. He worked most of his life in the construction business. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Kennedy and grandson, Robby Lee Carter. He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Mary J. Jusseaume of Valdosta, GA; children: David Terrell of Valdosta, GA, Jackson (Sandra) Terrell of Homerville, GA, Deborah Terrell of Valdosta, GA, Luci Carter of Valdosta, GA, Joseph Terrell of Valdosta, GA, Pamela (Joseph) Bennett of Statenville, GA; sister: Pauline Travis, brother: Renee Jusseaume, sister and brother-in-law: Vivian and Joe Padeiro, 17 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Graveside services for Gerard will be in the Riverview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the family to help relieve funeral costs. The Jusseaume family is being cared for by the staff at Music Funeral Services, Valdosta.

JUSTICE, Ann Jones Justice (Abstracted from the 20 October 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ann Jones Justice, age 78, of Bishop, GA, passed away Sunday (Oct. 16, 2016) at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born Nov. 28, 1937 in Folkston, to the late Troy Edward Jones and Bernice Mattox Jones. She graduated from Folkston High School and attended Lewis Hotel and Motel School in Washington, DC. Her passion was working in the hospitality field. Gifted with an infectious personality, she was once invited to christen an international merchant ship. She was a member of Folkston United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, George Cricket (Jennifer) Justice, a daughter, a grandson, Troy Jameson Justice, two grandchildren, a brother, Troy Edward (Cheryl) Jones Jr.; a nephew, Bud Jones; a niece, Carrie Jones; six great-nieces and nephews and two great-great-nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held Friday at Folkston United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home in Folkston.

JUSTICE, Audrey A. Justice (Abstracted from the 31 January 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Audrey A. Justice, age 71, died Monday (Jan. 29, 2018) at Memorial Satilla Health after an extended illness. She was a native of Lanier County. She lived most of her life in Waycross and was a member of Hebardville Baptist Church. She was a retired CNA from Satilla Regional Medical Center and was a private sitter. She was also formerly employed by Baptist Village, Tebeau House, Harvey House and Dell Industries. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Lee Jacobs, her mother and step- father, Goldie Bennett (Lewis) Kitchen and one sister, Mavis Jacobs. Survivors include four children, Eugene T. Justice Jr. of Alma, Timothy (Loraine) Justice of Oklahoma, Shirley Rios of Broxton, and Wendy Justice of Hahira, 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, one sister, Mary (Bob) Fielder of Newport, OR, one brother, Ellis (Phyllis) Kitchen of Waycross, one brother-in-law, Will (Joy) Jacobs of Monticello, FL, and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Saturday at Hebardville Baptist Church. Music Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

JUSTICE, Berneice Mae Justice (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Berneice Mae Justice, age 78, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2011, at Lafayette Health Care Center. Mrs. Justice was born in Rockford, IL on May 6, 1932, to the late Dewey, and Hazel VanCore Epperson. She was a homemaker and a loving and devoted mother who enjoyed spending time with her children. Mrs. Justice was a member of the Red Hat Society Club in Mayo. Mrs. Justice was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Justice in 1999. She is survived by (4) sons; Kevin Justice, of West Palm Beach, FL, Kyle (Gay) Justice, of Tyrone, GA, Keith (Denise) Justice, of Bremerton, WA, Kerry Justice, of Pompano Beach, FL, (1) daughter; Kelli Joyner of Mayo, FL, (1) brother; Leroy (Beverly) Epperson, of Rockford, IL, (12) grandchildren, (6) great- grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held at Joe P. Burns Chapel in Mayo, on Saturday, April 9, 2011.

JUSTICE, Bernice Annette Justice (Abstracted from the 19 January 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Bernice Annette Justice, age 76, died Saturday (Jan. 10, 2015) at Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross after an extended illness. She was a native of Manor, but lived most of her life in Waycross. She was formerly self-employed as a caregiver and sitter. She was a member of Victory Methodist Church in Manor. She was a very special person who ministered to her neighbors and others. Her passions were reading, going to the beach and having fun with family and friends. She was the daughter of the late Harvey King and Annie Mae Beverly King. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Donel Justice Sr., and six siblings, Harvey King, Annie King, Hazel Booth, Mildred Smith, Yvonne Blount and Bobby King. Survivors include 2 sons, Donel Cregg (Georgia) Justice Jr., of Ivey, GA, and Mark Steven (Mary) Justice, of Swainsboro; 5 grandchildren, Matt Justice, Jeremy Justice, April Justice, Holly Justice and Robert Charles Justice; 2 great-grandchildren, Jaylee Lynn Justice and J.T. Justice; special niece, Ann (John) Gray, of Blackshear; former daughter-in-law, Sandra Edenfield, of Swainsboro; 2 brothers, James A. (Betty) King, of Sylvester, and Ottis King, of Manor; special nephew, Michael Booth, of Douglas; and numerous other 188 relatives. A memorial service will be Tuesday at the Music Funeral Home. Memorialization is by cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Victory Methodist Church. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JUSTICE, Clifford Thomas Justice (Abstracted from the 4 October 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Clifford Thomas Justice, age 84, of Hoboken, died Monday (Oct. 2, 2017) at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross following an extended illness. He was a native of Broxton, born Jan. 10, 1933 to the late Jack Justice and Alma Cato Justice. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Angela Justice, a granddaughter, Maura Steedley, a sister, Mildred Willis, and his father and mother-in-law, Bazley and Bessie Carter, whom he referred to as his second set of parents. He served his country with the United States Army during the Korean War and retired as salesman with Hoboken Building Supply on Jan. 10, 1998, after many years of service. He was a faithful member of Hoboken Baptist Church, served as a deacon, taught the Men’s Sunday school class for many years, served as church secretary for many years and served on numerous committees in many capacities. He is remembered as a Godly man who looked for ways to serve his Lord. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Peggy Carter Justice of Hoboken; two daughters, Cyndee (Tommy) Steedley of Nahunta, and Kimi Harris of Hoboken; four grandchildren, Brandee Herrin, Rhett Harris, Emilee Harris and Connor Steedley; five great-grandchildren, Harlee Chapman, Jayden Thrift, Logan Wimberly, David Michael White and Addy White; three sisters, Vermel Kelly, Sue Blankenship and Marilyn Seebeck; three brothers, Frank Justice, Joe Justice and Carl Justice; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hoboken Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 247, Hoboken, GA 31542. A funeral will be Thursday at Hoboken Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Mars Hill Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JUSTICE, David Sherell Justice (Abstracted from the 4 June 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) A memorial service for David Sherell Justice was held Friday at Music Funeral Home.

JUSTICE, Edna Westberry Justice (Abstracted from the 8 May 2018 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Edna Westberry Justice, age 83, of Waycross, died Sunday (May 6, 2018) at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, after an extended illness. She was born in Pierce County to the late Archie Westberry and Janie Jacobs Westberry. She made Blackshear and Waycross her home for the majority of her life. She was a 1953 graduate of Blackshear High School and an active member of Williams Chapel Church. She met her husband, Dudley, at Williams Chapel Church and they dated for three years before marrying on Oct. 24, 1953. Together they owned and operated Justice Packing Company. She loved to cook for and spend time with her family and friends. She always enjoyed having company and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other little ones. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, William Dudley Justice Sr., four brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her three children, Julia Ann Justice of Waycross, Cynthia Kay Mathis of Camden, TN, William Dudley (Susan) Justice Jr. of Pierce County; four grandchildren, Mark Rayford (Sandy) Osburn Jr., Elizabeth Ann (Jim) Riggins, James Whitfield Mathis, William Dudley Justice III; nine great- grandchildren, Brantley, Ian, Lily, Philip, Logan, Gracie, Alyssa, Kasey and Jase; one brother, Howard Westberry of Jesup; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be held in the Greenlawn Mausoleum. Miles-Odum Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JUSTICE, Eugene Talmadge Justice Sr. (Abstracted by courtesy of the Waycross Journal Herald January 25, 2007) Eugene Talmadge "Gene" Justice Sr., 73, died Tuesday afternoon (Jan. 23, 2007) at Baptist Medical Center after an extended illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Ware County. He was employed by Singleton's Furniture as a shipping manager for 30 years. He was a member of Hebardville Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Perry Lee Justice and Pearl Mae Rouse Justice. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Cecil Justice; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Joe Stinson; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Lewis and Goldie Bennett Kitchen; nephew, Steve Harrell; and nephew, Curtis Wood. Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Audrey Ann Jacobs Justice, of Waycross; two daughters, Shirley Denise Rios (husband Javier), of Broxton, and Wendy Mischelle Justice, of Valdosta; two sons, Eugene Talmadge Justice Jr. (wife Paula), of Waycross, and Timothy Michael Justice (wife Lorraine), of Taloga, Okla.; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert W. Justice (wife Gynetha), of Jamestown, and James D. Bullard (wife Dora), of Jamestown; two sisters-in-law, Mavis Jacobs (husband the Rev. Will), of Waycross, and Mary Filer (husband Bob), of Portland, Ore.; one brother-inlaw, Ellis Kitchen (wife Phyllis), of Waycross; numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 tonight at the funeral home. In lieu of

189 flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, 8384 Baymeadows Road, Suite 10, Jacksonville, Fla. 32256. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.

JUSTICE, Gynetha Miles Justice (Abstracted from the November 26, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Gynetha Miles Justice, 81, of Waycross, died Saturday (Nov. 23, 2013) at her residence after an extended illness. She was born in Appling County to the late Valeria Miles and Clyo Harrison Miles. She made Waycross her home for most of her life. She was a housewife and a member of Hebardville Baptist Church. She loved to travel and read and she volunteered as a precinct worker for Ware County on election day. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Billy Miles. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Robert W. Justice, of Waycross; 3 children, Dianne (Roger) Strader, of Waynesboro, VA, Bobby (Carolyn) Justice, of Kingsland, James (Lisa) Justice, of Waycross; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a sister, Loretta Stone, of Waynesville; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Wednesday in the Miles-Odum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JUSTICE, Linda Bays Justice (Abstracted from the 27 December 2017 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Linda Bays Justice, age 63, went to be with her Heavenly Father Monday (Dec. 25, 2017) at Langdale Hospice House in Valdosta. She was born in Biloxi, MS, but resided in Ware County most of her life before moving to Valdosta a few years ago. She was formerly employed in the Superior Court at the Ware County Courthouse and also with American General Life Insurance Company. She was a member of Kettle Creek Southern Congregational Methodist Church and was very passionate about animals. She was the daughter of the late Jack Bays and Myrtle Cowart Bays. She is survived by two step-sons, Wendell Justice Jr., of Springfield, MA, and Toby (Angie) Justice of Waycross, and numerous cousins. A funeral will be Thursday at the Music Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kettle Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in her honor to the Southeast Cancer Unit, 401 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501, or the Okefenokee Humane Society, 1501 Blackwell St., Waycross, GA 31501.

JUSTICE, Louis S. Justice (Abstracted from the 20 June 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Louis S. Justice, age 62, died Friday (June 17, 2016) at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, following an extended illness. He was born in Savannah, but resided in Waycross the past 20 years. He was a former truck driver for 33 years and a member of Swamp Road Baptist Church. He was a son of the late Carson Bagby Justice and Mary Solomon Justice. He is survived by his wife, Donna M. Justice of Waycross; 3 children, Andy (Wendy) Cox of Waycross, Billy (Laura) Cox Jr. of Waycross, and Hunter (Amaris) Cox of Waycross; 5 grandchildren, Andrew Cox, Jacob Moore Cox, Annabelle Cox, Billy Cox III and Hudson Cox; a sister, Lucile (Harry) Stewart of Port Wentworth; 2 brothers, Carson (Janice) Justice of Melbourne, FL, and Hugh Justice of Savannah; a special niece, Amber Joyner of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral will be. Tuesday at Swamp Road Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Swamp Road Baptist Church Cemetery. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

JUSTICE, Lula Mae Hendrix Justice (Abstracted from the March 8, 2014 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) BLACKSHEAR — Lula Mae Hendrix Justice, age 88, of Blackshear, passed away Thursday (March 6, 2014) at her residence following a long illness. Born in Brantley County on July 23, 1925, she lived in Pierce County most of her adult life. She was a homemaker and also worked as a bailiff in the 1980’s. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she was in the Alert Sunday School Class. She was a daughter of the late John and Julia Altman Hendrix. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Andy Lee Justice, and by her brother, Johnny Hendrix. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Cathy (Harold) Williams, of Liberty, KY; a son, Ken Justice and Danielle Timmerman, of Blackshear; a sister, Gertrude (Leaston) Williams, of Blackshear; 7 grandchildren, Brian (Shelly) Strickland, Tony (Tiffany) Strickland, Sarah (Jordan) Stevenot, Jamie (Bethany) Justice, Kinder Justice, Caitlyn Timmerman and Bryson Hickox; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Sunday at First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Greenlawn cemetery. Pearson-Dial Funeral Home, Inc. of Blackshear is in charge of the arrangements.

JUSTICE, Robert Lee Justice (Abstracted from the 31 March 2016 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert Lee Justice, age 86, of Blackshear, died Tuesday (March 29, 2016) at the Hospice Satilla Hospice House after a short illness. He was born in Brantley County to the late William Henry and Sarah Cathleen Goodin Justice. He retired in 1968 from 190 the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of active service as a master sergeant. He remained active in the reserves until 1975. During his military career he served in Iceland, Germany, France, Japan and retired in San Francisco, CA. He received the Bronze Star, Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service and received a certificate of recognition for service during the Cold War. His second career was at the Ware Correctional Institute with the Georgia Department of Corrections and retired from there with 20 years of service. He was baptized at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 181, always enjoyed dancing and especially spending time with his family, friends and working outside in his flowers. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by seven brothers, Riley Justice, John Henry Justice, Franklin Justice, Ivey Justice, Audie Justice, Andy Lee Justice and Wiley Justice, five sisters, Rudell Webb, Everlove Strickland, Lorrine Driggers and two infant sisters. Survivors include 2 daughters, Lara Taylor of Blackshear, Robin Justice of Waycross; 5 grandchildren, Sharon Justice of Baxley, Tyler Taylor of Blackshear, Noah Lee of Blackshear, Spencer Browning of Waycross, and Robert Browning of Waycross; 3 great-grandchildren, Carson, Kyleigh and Aubree`; 1 step- daughter, Gloria Chambers of Folkston; 1 brother, Walter (Hazel) Justice of Waycross; 1 sister, Myrtice Craven of Tallahassee, FL; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday at Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery.

JUSTICE, Robert Walter Justice (Abstracted from the 7 May 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Robert Walter Justice, age 84, of Waycross, died Tuesday (May 5, 2015) at his son’s residence in Kingsland, after a short illness. He was born in Waycross to the late Perry and Purlie Mae Rouse Justice. He was a true patriot who served his country honorably, a Vietnam veteran, from 1948 until 1968. He then was a supervisor at Champion Paper Company for 18 years, served two years at the recycle plant and 15 years at Flanders. He enjoyed wood working, paint by numbers, modeling, bowling and telling sea stories. He was a member of Hebardville Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Gynetha Miles Justice, one sister, Mary Stenson, and two brothers, Cecil Justice and Talmadge Justice. Survivors include daughter, Dianne (Roger) Strader of Waynesboro, VA; 2 sons, Bobby (Carol) Justice of Kingsland; James (Lisa) Justice of Waycross; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, James Bullard of Waresboro; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. A funeral will be Friday at the Miles-Odum Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.

JUSZYNSKI, Kazimierz Juszynski (Abstracted by courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Home, Perry, FL and Mayo, FL) Kazimierz Juszynski, age 88, passed away on April 5, 2012, at Marshall Health Care Center. He was born in Mytnica, Poland, to the late Stanislaw Juszynski and the late former Zotia Wolski. Mr. Juszynski was of the Catholic Faith. He was an Electrician and in his spare time he enjoyed working in the yard and was a jack of all trades. He was preceded in death by a son, Mitchell Juszynski. Survived by his wife of 62 1/2 years, Krystyna Juszynski ,of Perry, FL, (1) son; Richard Juszynski (Debbie), of Chicago, IL, (3) daughters; Mary Wasniowski (Stan), of Chicago, IL, Joann Gnapp (Greg), of Perry, FL, Margaret Babcock, of NC, (1) brother; Edward Juszynski (Helen), of AZ, (1) sister; Jane Rabe, of AZ, (7) grandchildren; Kathleen Aufmann, Nicole Babcock, Jonathan Babcock, Stefan, Alex, and Joseph Gnapp, Danielle Juszynski, (6) great-grandchildren; Kaz, Kris and Krystina Aufmann, Bailey and Erica Dempsey, and Kaylea Babcock, many cousins, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at the Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception on Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Interment will be held at Saint Adalbert, in Niles, Illinois.

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