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Local obituaries for Valdosta, Georgia .

Mother Ethel Beal Lewis

Mother Ethel Beal Lewis

Jun 25, 2020

Mother Ethel Beal Lewis was born February 28, 1949, in Terrell County, GA, to the late Dan Beal, Sr. and the late Vary Hammond Beal.

As described by her family, Mother Ethel Beal Lewis was a virtuous woman. She was loving, trustworthy, nurturing, dependable, and had a heart of gold. Hospitality was her ministry. She knew how...

Dorothy Jean Drye

Dorothy Jean Drye

Jun 23, 2020

Ms. Dorothy Jean Thomas Drye was born on December 5, 1960 to the late Herbert H. Thomas and late Flora A. Thomas in Valdosta, GA.

She was a loyal and strong person, who always put the needs of others before her own. Her spirit was of great humility and she showed great appreciation of God’s...

Karl Alderman, Sr.

Karl Alderman, Sr.

Jun 3, 2020

Mr. Karl Alderman, Sr. was born June 11, 1956, in Lowndes County, Georgia, to the late Kado Alderman, Jr. and Pauline Alderman. Karl received his education in the Lowndes County School System and was a proud member of the Lowndes County Vikings graduating Class of 1976.

Karl was an dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was...

Jessie Mae James

Jessie Mae James

May 29, 2020

Ms. Jessie Mae James was born on February 22, 1947 to the late Luella Phillips and Jessie James in Valdosta, GA.

Ms. James was a loving woman who loved Jehovah with all her heart. She enjoyed sharing her wisdom and the love of Jehovah with her family and friends.

As the Matriarch of...

Willie Mae Hitson

Willie Mae Hitson

May 29, 2020

Mrs. Willie Mae (Sirmans) Hitson of Statenville, Georgia passed away Friday, May 29, 2020.

She was born June 9, 1932 to the late Johnnie Sirmans, Sr. and the late Lizzie (Thomas) Sirmans in Milledgeville, Georgia

She was married to the late Johnnie Clinton Hitson, Sr. for 63 years until his death in 2016.

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Cora Lee Pugh

Cora Lee Pugh

May 26, 2020

Mrs. Cora Lee Pugh was born March 10, 1942, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Emmett and Elizabeth James.

During her childhood years, Cora attended Pinevale High School and graduated in 1959. She continued her education at Valdosta Tech in the Nursing Program.

A few years later, Cora met the love of her life Mr....

Gregory Bernard Sampson

Gregory Bernard Sampson

May 26, 2020

But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, The Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body, to be like his glorious body by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.” (Philippians 3:20-21)

On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, Gregory Bernard Sampson ...

Trumaine Alfred-Jackson Anderson

Trumaine Alfred-Jackson Anderson

May 21, 2020

Mr. Trumaine Alfred-Jackson Anderson was born February 5, 1986, in Valdosta, GA, to Willie and Deborah Anderson.

During his childhood years, he attended Lighthouse Christian School in Valdosta, GA and was actively involved in sports.

Trumaine was a genuine and loving person, who was loved and adored by many. He was a natural born leader...

Dewayne Berry, Jr.

Dewayne Berry, Jr.

May 5, 2020

Mr. Dewayne Berry, Jr. was born on December 3, 1968 in Valdosta, Georgia to Dewayne Berry Sr. (Geraldine) and the late Marquita N. Ferguson. He was self-employed as a barber and owner of Comfort Zone.

Dewayne departed from this walk of life on May 5, 2020.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in...

Tracey L. Roberts House

Tracey L. Roberts House

Apr 17, 2020

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”

II Timothy 4:7

Tracey Lavette Roberts House was born July 12, 1967 in Lowndes County, Georgia to Virginia Best and John W. Roberts.

She was a faithful member of City of Praise Church...

Brooks Durwood Bivins

Brooks Durwood Bivins

Mar 22, 2020

It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announces Mr. Brooks Durwood Bivins, age 67, departed this life, Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Langdale Hospice House.

A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.godfreyfuneralhome.net.

Personal and professional services provided by...

Mr. Clarence Hitson, Jr.

Mr. Clarence Hitson, Jr.

Mar 14, 2020

Clarence Hitson, Jr. was born March 31, 1930, in Fairfax, GA, to the late Clarence Hitson, Sr. and the late Gertrude Hunt Hitson.

A hard worker was Clarence and you would always find him working. He was a man who loved his wife and family. Being a good provider for his family was of great...

Edith Marie Brooks

Edith Marie Brooks

Mar 12, 2020

Edith Marie Brooks , was born on December 19, 1958 in Tallahassee, FL, to the late Benjamin Knight and the late Mozelle Brooks Newsome.

She received her education in Jacksonville, FL and graduated from Technical High School. She continued her education at Florida Community College and completed the Certified Nursing Assistance program.     After   completion of...

Mrs. Ollie Beatrice Johnson

Mrs. Ollie Beatrice Johnson

Mar 11, 2020

‘Those we hold close to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives.”

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...

Cassandra Miller Carter

Cassandra Miller Carter

Mar 5, 2020

Cassandra Miller Carter , was born on September 26, 1972 in Quitman, Ga., to the late Willie C. Miller Sr. and late Lorene Parker Miller.

She received her education in the Valdosta City School System and was a graduate of the Valdosta High School Class of 1991. A few years later, Cassandra met and married...

Mother Odella Lucas-Pearson

Mother Odella Lucas-Pearson

Feb 28, 2020

On December 18, 1918 in Hahira, GA, the late Robert J. Lucas, Sr. and the late Essie Mae Lucas was blessed with a beautiful baby girl from the Lord. With much thought, they named her Odella Lucas.

She attended the Lowndes County School System and was a graduate of Dasher High School. Having a love for children,...

Arnita Rena Bines

Arnita Rena Bines

Feb 8, 2020

Arnita Rena Bines was born September 1, 1965 to the late Annanias Denson, Sr. and Betty Bines Mitchell.

She was educated in the Valdosta City School System and was a member of the Valdosta High Class of 1983. She continued her education at Valdosta Technical College and successfully completed the Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate Program. Afterwards, she...

Ret. Ssgt Frederick L. Bivins I

Ret. Ssgt Frederick L. Bivins I

Feb 3, 2020

Retired SSGT Frederick L. Bivins I (USAF) was born September 23, 1957, to the late Jack Johnson and Verdell Bivins.

Frederick attended the Valdosta City Schools in Valdosta, GA and graduated in 1977 from Valdosta High School. After graduating, Frederick answered the call of service for his country by enlisting in the United...

Mother Hannah Effie Jones

Mother Hannah Effie Jones

Jan 23, 2020

Hannah Effie Woods Jones was born June 3, 1931 in Dothan, Alabama to the late Calvin and Effie Woods.

When Hannah became of an age of maturity, she met and married the love of her life, Nathaniel Frances Jones, Sr. and was blessed with nine children. She was a woman of strength and endurance. She loved her...

Brenda Onita Williams

Brenda Onita Williams

Jan 22, 2020

Brenda Onita Williams was born February 6, 1960, in Valdosta, GA, to the late James and Onettie J. Williams.

During her childhood years, she was educated in the Valdosta School System in Valdosta, GA.

Brenda was the backbone of her family and viewed as a true angel from heaven by so many. She loved her...

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