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...
Elmo Hadley, Jr
Jan 10, 2018
Elmo Hadley, Jr. was born in Thomasville, Georgia on May 3, 1954 to the union of Elmo and Thelma Hadley, who preceded him in death. Elmo attended school in the Thomas County school district and graduated in 1972. He departed this life on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at South Georgia Medical Center, Valdosta, Georgia. Upon graduation Elmo enlisted in...
Gloria Jean Bullard
Jan 2, 2018
Gloria Jean Cain Bullard was born December 19, 1934, to the late Johnny Cain and Mattie W. Harper. After a brief illness, Gloria transitioned on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, from Langdale Hospice House to reside with her Heavenly Father. Gloria graduated from Dasher High School, Valdosta, Georgia and was a proud member of the class of 1951. She worked...
Jimmie Revere
Dec 28, 2017
Jimmie Revere was born in Thomasville, GA, on October 10, 1943, to the late Fannie Mae Johnson Revere and the late James Thomas Revere, Sr. Jimmie was raised in a loving home in Norman Park, GA. He was a proud member of the 1961 graduating class of William Bryant High School in Moultrie, GA. After graduating high school, Jimmie...
Evelyn Turner Ford
Dec 17, 2017
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announces Mrs. Evelyn Turner Ford, age 88, departed this life Sunday, December 17, 2017, at her residence. Evelyn Turner Ford is the seventh child of ten children, born to Aubrey Wilson Turner and Letitia Vaughn Bonner Turner, the year of the great depression, November 20, 1929, in Anniston, AL. The entire...
Wayne Lakent Shiver
Dec 12, 2017
Mr. Wayne Lakent Shiver was born September 21, 1951, in Coconut Grove Miami to the late Artice and Mattie Shiver. A 1969 graduate of Gables High School, Wayne was an active player on the varsity football team. He continued his education at FAMU and joined the fraternity “The Persian Rifles” as well as the ROTC. Wayne left FAMU in...
Willie Jean Moore
Dec 5, 2017
Willie “Jean” Moore was born April 18, 1945, in Valdosta, GA, to the late James Smith and the late Augusta Clark Smith. “Jean” received her education in the Valdosta City School System. Recognizing her ability to relate well with people, she knew that being a CNA was indeed her calling. She was a CNA for over 20 years and...
Nathan Orr, Jr
Dec 2, 2017
Mr. Nathan Orr, Jr. was born on April 13, 1944, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Mr. Nathan C. Orr, Sr and Mrs. Cornell Orr. He graduated from Westside High School in 1963. Shortly after graduation, he married his high school sweetheart in 1964. Nathan and Anita joined hands in marriage and remained for over 53 years and was...
Cheryl Denise Harvey
Nov 25, 2017
Cheryl Denise Harvey was born October 18, 1964, in Wiesbaden, Germany, to Albert “Al” J. Cook and the late Eva Sanderson. Cheryl was caring, loving, thoughtful and true. Someone on whose love you could depend. Cheryl always had her family and friends best interests at heart and placed their needs before her own. There was sunshine in her smile...
Juanita Evelyn Jennings Howard
Nov 25, 2017
Juanita Evelyn Jennings Howard was born October 22, 1919 in Cochran, GA to the late Mattie Banner Jennings and the late Joseph Jennings, Sr. Juanita was a virtuous woman who served her husband, her family, her friends, and her neighbors with a gentle and loving spirit. She knew how to create an inviting atmosphere of warmth and love. She...
Frances Jean Rose Donaldson
Nov 22, 2017
Frances J. Rose Donaldson was born into this world on July 23, 1944, to the late Christine and William Rose in Brooklyn, NY. Her siblings, nieces and nephews called her Wennie and her younger brother affectionately called her Geno. Her desire was always to help people and she attended Sarah J. Hale High School for Nursing to become a...
Maurice Deshawn Pinkney, Sr
Nov 19, 2017
Maurice Deshawn Pinkney, Sr. was born May 11, 1967, in Adel, GA, to Martha Johnson and the late Fred Keeley. Maurice received his education in the Valdosta City School System and was a proud graduate of Valdosta High School. He furthered his education at Albany State College in Albany, GA. To ensure that he was a good provider for...
Pastor Jennifer Cecila Allen
Oct 21, 2017
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announces Pastor Jennifer Cecila Allen, age 50, departed this life Saturday, October 21, 2017. Graveside Service and Interment for the late Pastor Jennifer Cecila Allen will be held Saturday, October 28, 2017 at twelve noon in Riverview Memorial Gardens. Elder David Northcutt will officiate. The family will receive friends Friday, October...
Annie Bell James
Oct 20, 2017
Ms. Annie Bell James was born April 30, 1931, in Cogdell, GA to the late Mamie Lee Thompkin and the late Christopher James. Ms. Annie Bell loved her family and those whom she came in contact with. She showed herself friendly. Filled with compassion and interest in others, Ms. Annie Bell James dedicated her life while working in healthcare....
Selph J Boles, Jr
Oct 19, 2017
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announces Mr. Selph J. Boles, Jr., age 59, of Jasper, Florida, departed this life, Thursday, October 19, 2017, at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, Tallahassee, Florida. Family visitation was held on Saturday, October 21, 2017, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Godfrey Funeral Home, LLC.
Steavin Devon Ware
Oct 19, 2017
On March 15, 1999, God blessed our family with a precious gift. That gift we named, Steavin Devon Ware. Steavin was born in Valdosta, GA, to Ernest Kearse of Pompano Beach, FL and the late Stefanie Warmble. For eighteen years, God allowed us to make memories here on earth with Steavin. Though we know death eventually will have a...
