Mr. Richard Shiver, Jr.
Sep 4, 2015
Mr. Richard Shiver, Jr., affectionately known as “Tip”, was born April 3, 1923 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Richard Shiver, Sr. and the late Carrie Hart Shiver. He received his education in the Lowndes County School System and furthered his quest for knowledge at Savannah State University in Savannah, GA. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and...
Mrs. Emma Griffin
Sep 4, 2015
Emma Lou Franklin Griffin departed this life on September 4, 2015 at the Cook Senior Living Center in Adel, Georgia. She was born on December 7, 1940, in Lake Park, Georgia to the late Ruby and Mirl Franklin. She was educated in the Lowndes County School System. She met and married Burton Griffin on November 18, 1966. Emma was...
Mr. Erick Dewayne Crawford, Sr.
Sep 4, 2015
Mr. Erick (“Boo”) Dewayne Crawford Sr., a native of Valdosta, Georgia, was born October 28, 1972, to Joyce Crawford and the late James Edward Gaitor. He is the grandson of the late Mrs. Ruth Coachman, the late Mrs. Jennie Mae Straughter and the late Mr. James Straughter. Erick was educated in the Valdosta City School System and was a...
Mrs. Evelyn Johnson Jackson
Aug 19, 2015
Evelyn Gee Jackson, 67, of Valdosta, GA, departed this life on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born on October 12, 1947, in Statenville, GA. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one daughter: Wanda Gee Foster. She is survived by two daughters: Henrietta Stokes (Jerry Wallace) and Mary Walker...
Mrs. Lethia Mae Rome
Aug 17, 2015
Lethia Mae Moore Rome answered the call unto eternal rest Monday, August 17, 2015 because she knew God only chooses the best to enter into His gates. Mrs. Rome was born March 21, 1936, to the late Herman “Blue” Moore and the late Charlie Mae Moore Woods. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her...
Kimberly Latrelle Willis Smith
Aug 17, 2015
Kimberly Latrelle Willis Smith born November 19, 1973, in Valdosta, Georgia, is the daughter of Erma Howard and Clarence Willis (Mable). As a child, Kim was very inquisitive and had a quest for learning. Because of her zeal for knowledge, during her senior year in high school, Kim was awarded The Katherine Woods Scholarship (a four year scholarship for...
Mrs. Grady Pearl Everett
Aug 11, 2015
Grady Pearl Moran Everett, fondly known as “Lucy”, was born July 14, 1948 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Grady Moran and Pearlie Crawford Moran. On Tuesday, August 11, 2015, the Lord quietly beckoned her to eternal rest surrounded by those who loved her. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one brother: Willie James...
Mr. Ivory Gates
Aug 3, 2015
Ivory Gates transitioned into eternal rest on August 3, 2015, surrounded by the people that loved him the most, his family. Ivory was born May 28, 1954, to the union of the late Henry and Charlene Paige Gates of Shreveport, LA. He proudly served his country for twenty four years in the United States Air Force, retiring at the...
Mrs. Nadine Lewis Riggins
Jul 21, 2015
Nadine Lewis Riggins was born November 15, 1961 in Lowndes County to the late Rhodel and Catherine Lewis. Nadine was one of life’s best gift to family, friends and all who knew her. She was a giver of herself and would freely help those in need and considered her own desires last.. She was a strong woman who did...
Mr. Arthur Lee Sherman
Jul 20, 2015
Arthur Lee Sherman, age 70, was born October 10, 1944 in Brownsville, PA, to the late Arthur James Sherman and the late Annie Thomas Sherman. He was the seventh of ten children. He entered the United States Air Force in 1960 and was honorably discharged in 1975 with many service decorations. Arthur was a hard working-dedicated family man who...
Mr. Henry Warren Baker, Sr.
Jul 19, 2015
Coach Henry Warren “Slim” Baker, Sr. was born April 26, 1937 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Herbert and Amie Lee Harrell Baker. He was educated in the Valdosta City school system where he graduated from Pinevale High School. He departed this life on July 19, 2015 at Emory Medical Hospital (Atlanta, Georgia). “Slim” was a member of St....
Mrs. Lillie Pearl Barner
Jul 18, 2015
Lillie Pearl Barner was born February 09, 1939 in Valdosta, GA to the late Andrew Adams, Sr. and the late Lucy Adams Morrow. Lillie Pearl was a strong virtuous woman. She was loving and energetic and full of life. A true Proverbs 31 woman, she willingly worked with her hands. She was employed by Nabisco as a Quality Control...
Mr. Henry Wallace Thompson
Jul 17, 2015
Henry Wallace Thompson was born on August 1, 1948 in Valdosta, Georgia to Carrie Hill Thompson and the late Wallace Thompson. Henry Wallace Thompson received his education in the Valdosta City School System. Henry Wallace Thompson was taught the Word of God at an early age and he accepted Christ as his personal Savior at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church....
Mr. Johnny Edward Groover
Jul 15, 2015
Johnny Edward Groover was born August 04, 1956 in Quitman, Georgia to the late Mr. Homer Edward Groover and the late Mrs. Henrietta Maxwell Silas. He was an amazing husband, father, and grandfather. His family will always remember his special smile, caring heart and warm embrace. He was a man of strength and honor. God took his strength from...
Elizabeth Lawrence Jackson
Jul 4, 2015
Elizabeth Lawrence Jackson was born December 24, 1922 in Varnville, SC to the late Hester Prester and Albert Lawrence. Elizabeth possessed a love that was true and sincere. She was loving and caring, not only to her children, but to everyone she would meet. She was very outgoing and friendly, someone who was very easy to talk to. Always...
Annie Jean Frazier
Jul 1, 2015
Annie Jean Frazier was born July 23, 1944 in Adel, GA, to the late Maggie Lee Keely and the late Andrew “Poss” Keeley, Sr. Annie Jean preferred to be called “AJ” had an intense love for life, children and friends. She was one of life’s best gifts. Someone who was truly wonderful, thoughtful and true. “AJ” was baptized as...
Harriet Evon Smith
Jun 30, 2015
Ms. Harriet Evon Smith was born February 10, 1963 in Uvalda, GA, to Ruby Williams Townsend and the late James Willis Townsend. After many years of living life her way, Harriet recognized she needed a Savior and surrendered her life to Christ. From that day ‘til death, her motto and mission was “I worked hard for the devil in...
Mrs. Laverne Thomas
Jun 3, 2015
Laverne Howard Thomas was born February 22, 1948 in Valdosta, GA to the late Seamon and Ophelia Howard. She was educated in the Valdosta City School System and graduated from Pinevale High School. Recognizing her ability to relate well with people, Laverne knew that being a Social Service Worker was indeed her calling. She girded herself with honor and...
Evangelist Missionary Velma Head
Jun 3, 2015
Evangelist Missionary Velma Thomas Head, 62, of Hahira, Ga, transitioned Tuesday, June 3, 2015. Birth order and education: Missionary Velma Head was born June 21, 1952 in Hahira, Georgia, to the late Mr. Roy D. Sr. and Missionary Eva Mae Thomas. She was the fourth of 11 children. She was educated in the Valdosta City School system, and was...
Mrs. Bertha M. Holmes
May 28, 2015
Bertha M. Holmes was born October 26, 1934 in Waycross, GA, to the late Caleb Frost, Sr. and Bertha Ruth Frost. She was educated in the Echols County School System and graduated from Statenville Consolidated School in Statenville, GA. Bertha Holmes was one of life’s best gifts, someone to treasure all life through. She was caring, loving, thoughtful and...
