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...
Louise Warren Moorehead
Mar 9, 2018
The Life Story of Mrs. Louise Warren Moorehead To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven… Ecclesiastes 3:1
A Time to Be Born…
Born on August 3, 1929 in Thomas County (Thomasville) GA to the late Preely and Marie Warren....
Abraham Benjamin Mcrae
Feb 27, 2018
Abraham B. McRae was born to the late John Henry McRae and the late Jessie Mae McRae April 25, 1945. He was educated in the Valdosta City School System. His experiences went from Magnolia Elementary, Lomax Junior High and Pinevale High School. He furthered his education while attending Valdosta Technical College and Valdosta State University.
Abraham served...
William Simmons, Jr
Feb 23, 2018
William Simmons Jr. (Buddy) departed this life on February 23, 2018, at the age, 88. He was born on December 21, 1929, to William Simmons Sr. and Annie Bell Baker. His grandparents were Warren and Lillie Mae Baker. He attended the Valdosta Public School System at an early age. He left Dasher High School and joined the United States...
Robert Eugene Cooper, Sr.
Feb 17, 2018
Robert E. Cooper, Sr. was born September 18, 1920, in Hahira, Georgia. He graduated from Hahira High School and briefly attended Savannah State College before being drafted into the United States Army at the beginning of World War II. He served both stateside and in the European Theater of Operations. Upon completing his military service, he returned to Hahira...
Katherine B. Edmond
Feb 12, 2018
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announces Ms. Katherine B. Edmond, age 92, departed this life, Monday, February 12, 2018. The Celebration of Life for the late Ms. Katherine B. Edmond will be Saturday, February 17, 2018, 3:00 P.M., from the sanctuary of Lighthouse Assembly of God, 2104 Pearson Highway, Homerville, GA. Interment will follow in the...
Evelyn Louise Jenkins
Feb 11, 2018
Evelyn Louise Jenkins was born November 10, 1938, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Leola Baker and Oliver Barnes. Louise, fondly called “Lou”, was a wonderful woman. Her love for her family and friends was deep and sincere. “Lou” knew how to create an inviting atmosphere of warmth and love in her home. Always a smile, instead of a...
Ollie Williams
Feb 3, 2018
Ollie Williams was born July 8, 1935, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Mr. Mack McMillan and the late Mrs. Ada Brown McMillan. Her presence was a present to the world. Ollie Williams was unique and one of a kind. She possessed a face with a warm smile, a mouth filled with kind words and a voice of great...
Sam Burgess, Jr
Feb 2, 2018
Elder Sam Burgess, Jr. was born in Stockton, GA, on January 21, 1934, to the late Octavia and Sam Burgess, Sr. Elder Sam Burgess, Jr. was a well respected man of God. He was a man who not only loved God but possessed a deep love for his family and friends. In his presence was peace and joy. With...
Csm Willie R. Houston
Feb 2, 2018
CSM Willie R. Houston was born September 1, 1939, in Lakeland, GA, to the late Mr. Ree Houston and the late Mrs. Willie Mae Moore Houston. Upon completion of high school, CSM Willie R. Houston answered the call of duty and enlisted in the United States Army. His life was a true reflection of the U.S. Army Soldier’s Creed...
Mary Eliza Jenkins
Jan 31, 2018
Mary Eliza Johnson Jenkins was born February 13, 1935, in Lake Park, GA to the late Roosevelt and Ruby Johnson. As written in the book of Ecclesiastes, “to every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven…”from February 13, 1935, through January 30, 2018, it was her time to rise and shine-spreading a...
Lillie Viola Greene
Jan 15, 2018
Lillie Viola Greene was born August 19, 1940, in Lowndes County to the late James Arthur Lester and the late Viola Robinson Lester. Lillie was a very sweet person who always took care of others and placing their needs before her own. She knew how to create an inviting atmosphere of warmth and love for her family and friends....
Virgil Lamar Lewis, Sr
Jan 13, 2018
Mr. Virgil Lamar Lewis, Sr. was born April 23, 1952, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Mr. Rhodel Lewis and the late Mrs. Catherine Mathis Lewis. Virgil L. Lewis, Sr. was a man of great generosity with a caring heart of gold. He will be well remembered for his special smile that he graciously gave to all. He showed...
