Yvonne Willis Brown
Jul 8, 2018
Yvonne Willis Brown was born December 21, 1960, in Valdosta, GA to Annie Lois Peeples and the late William Matchett.
She was educated in the Valdosta City School System and was a proud member of the 1980 graduating class of Valdosta High School. Yvonne was a vibrant and feisty woman of God who never met a stranger...
John L Lawrence
Jul 2, 2018
John L. Lawrence was born April 07, 1938, to the late Tony Lawrence and the late Hattie Jones Lawrence in Brooks County, Georgia.
In the book of Proverbs, Chapter 20, it speaks of how knowing what is right is like deep water in the heart and a wise man will draw from it. John L. Lawrence had...
Eudorice "Bootsie" Stafford Akins Fluit
Jun 26, 2018
Mrs. Eudorice "Bootsie" Fluit was born November 14, 1936, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Mrs. Samuel L. Stafford and Mrs. Alto Bell Stafford.
Eudorice was a graduate of Lowndes County Training High School of Valdosta, GA. She was united in marriage on October 19, 1955, to the late Mr. Morris Akins, Sr. and they moved to...
Mary Ann Dennard
Jun 17, 2018
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announces Mrs. Mary Ann Dennard, age 67, departed this life Sunday, June 17, 2018.
The funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Angela Rose Phillips
Jun 11, 2018
Angela Rose Collier Phillips was born August 3, 1960, in Valdosta, GA, to Marjorie Evelyn Berrian and the late Willie Mayo Collier.
Angela was a true definition of the word, kindness. When she spoke, she spoke with self-control, wisdom, discipline and care. She was a teacher in Early Childhood Education for over twenty years and had a...
Joshua Eugene Gardner
Jun 10, 2018
Joshua Eugene Gardner, affectionately known as “ Boedie", was born August 1, 2000, in Valdosta, GA, to Ms. Yeganeh D. Gardner. Little Joshua was blessed to be nurtured through his infant and toddler years by his great aunt and uncle, Mrs. Gloria and Paul Moore, Sr. At the tender age of 3, Joshua relocated to Ray City, Georgia, to...
Theoartis Sharper
Jun 4, 2018
Theoartis Sharper was born on December 16, 1940, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Leila Mae Isom Sharper and the late R. L. Lane.
He received his education through the public school system. When Theoartis was a child, he spoke as a child, understood as a child and thought as a child: but when he became a...
Henry Cortez Bryant
May 25, 2018
Mr. Henry Cortez Bryant was born March 3, 1940, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Henry Bryant, Sr. and the late Frances Arnold Bryant.
Henry was a wonderful man, loved by all. He was very friendly and got along with everyone. In his leisure time, Henry loved attending to his yards and didn’t mind doing anything he...
Patricia A. Bradley Wilcox
May 18, 2018
Mrs. Patricia A. Bradley Wilcox was born April 6, 1962, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Ulysses Bradley and the late Marion Lewis. She was a graduate of Valdosta High School, Class of 1981.
“Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.”
It will always be said that Patricia A....
Doris Louise Kelly
May 17, 2018
Doris Louise Kelly was born August 17, 1941, in Parrott, Georgia, to the late Jack and Estella Watson.
At age 10, Doris, along with her parents, moved to New Jersey. She lived in New Jersey form 1951 –1997. While living in New Jersey, she met and married her husband, Joe Willie Kelly, November 4, 1960. The Kelly’s...
Jaylen Deondre Lott
May 13, 2018
On Sunday, February 6, 2000, in Valdosta, Georgia, Cassandra L Lott and Terrence A. Lott welcomed into this world and into their hearts, their son, Jaylen Deondre Lott.
This little energetic baby boy developed into a respectful, selfless, and loveable young man. Jaylen had a winning attitude and the heart of a champion. He was an active...
Ruthie Nell Henderson
Apr 25, 2018
Elder Ruthie Nell Henderson was born October 10, 1936, in Lake Park, GA, to the late Beulah Mae Scott and the late Rev. Willie Henderson.
As a mother, grandmother and friend, Ruthie Nell was well-known by her warm and kind heart. She was a devoted mother and nurturer to many. Although soft-spoken, she opened her mouth with...
Ernie L Matchett
Apr 24, 2018
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announces Mr. Ernie L. Matchett, age 59, departed this life Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at the Langdale Hospice House, Valdosta, GA. Private interment at Southview Cemetery.
James Bennett Wilson
Apr 18, 2018
James Bennett Wilson was born on July 18, 1942, in Valdosta, GA to the late David Wilson and the late Gladys Bennett.
He was educated in the Valdosta City School System. After receiving his education, James joined the United States Marines in 1963 where he later became a Sergeant. While in the Marines, James earned many metals...
James Herman Allen
Apr 9, 2018
Mr. James H. Allen was born August 19, 1952, to the late Herman Frazier, Jr. and the late Fannie Lou Frazier in Okeechobee, FL.
James Allen, fondly called "Punkin" was a very energetic person. His laughter was a source of joy. A good time was to be enjoyed when the family’s "dancing machine" hit the floor. His...
Roy Bernard Mitchell, Sr.
Apr 7, 2018
Roy Bernard Mitchell, Sr. was born on August 24, 1958, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Robert Mitchell, Sr. and Eddie Mae Wade Mitchell.
He received his education through the Valdosta City School System and was a proud graduate of the Valdosta High School Class of 1976. He loved supporting his Wildcats and traveling. He also served...
Bobby Joe Clark, Sr.
Apr 5, 2018
Bobby Joe Clark Sr., fondly knowns as " Bob Cat" was born June 5, 1947, to the late Irene Purnell Mayfield and the late King Perkins in Lamison, AL.
From the early age of 13, Bobby Joe Clark Sr. understood the biblical principle — "if anyone will not work, neither shall he eat." "Bob Cat" was a...
Albertha Payne Boykin
Mar 31, 2018
Sister Albertha Boykin was born to the late Cleveland and Lizzie Payne on March 25, 1924, in Lowndes County, Georgia.
She was educated in the Lowndes County School System.
Sister Albertha was a devoted wife and a loving mother to her four children and grandchildren. She was a faithful member of the Jackson Drive Church...
Floyd Crawford
Mar 28, 2018
Mr. Floyd (Papa) Crawford was born September 16, 1927, in Lowndes County, GA (Clyattville) Community, to the late Malloy T. and Ophelia Hart Crawford.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of fifty nine years, Willa Marie Hunter Crawford; two children: Cassandra Bonita Crawford-Davis and Kenneth Tyrone Crawford; six siblings: C....
Jeffery Alan Sermons, Sr.
Mar 24, 2018
Jeffery Alan Sermons Sr. was born on October 27, 1959 in Valdosta, GA to the late Samuel Sermons Sr. and Vender Mae Baker Sermons. Jeff joined St Peter AME Church at an early age. He served in several capacities: Youth choir and usher board.
He was educated in the Valdosta City School System where he graduated from...
