Fayette Johnson Roberson
May 22, 2015
Mrs. Fayette Johnson Roberson was born August 3, 1955 in Valdosta, Georgia to Freddie Lee Henderson and the late Estella Johnson Straughter. She was employed by Parkwood Development Center where she served as a Kitchen Supervisor. Fayette was granted eternal rest, Friday, May 22, 2015. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her grand-parents: Alma...
Mr. Rickey Wright
May 22, 2015
Rickey Wright was born October 24, 1958 in Valdosta, GA to the late Florence Brown Wright and Wilbur Wright, Sr., whom he loved and adored. Rickey was full of life and the family comedian. In his presence was guaranteed laughter, smiles, and a good time. He had the gift of gab and could talk a mile a minute. He...
Mr. John Ellis Yearby, Sr.
May 19, 2015
A Time to be Born: John Ellis Yearby, Sr. was born January 1, 1943, to the late Joseph and Veronia Yearby. Fourteen of his siblings preceded him in death. A Time to be Educated: John attended school at Salem Elementary in Barney, Georgia and P.G. Williams School in Valdosta, Georgia. John was a very good actor and performed very...
Mrs. Annie Peterson
May 19, 2015
Annie Pearl Peterson was born to the late William Simmons and the late Annie Bell Baker, June 08, 1928 in Valdosta, Georgia. We remember her on this day for memories are like threads of gold, they never tarnish or grow old. Annie Pearl was a jewel. She was patient, caring, generous and kind. Her loving ways and smiling face...
Ms. Johnnie Sirmons
May 13, 2015
Johnnie Ann Shearry was born August 26, 1949 to the late J.C. and Laura Shearry. She was educated in the Valdosta School System and was a graduate of Pinevale High School. She worked for 19 1/2 years at ITT Metal Products and later was employed with the Valdosta School System. She was a faithful member of the West Adair/Woodlawn...
Mr. Charlie Boon
May 10, 2015
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announce Mr. Charlie Boon, age 90, departed this life Sunday, May 10, 2015. The celebration of life for the late Mr. Charlie Boon will be held Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 11:00am from the sanctuary of Southside Baptist Church in Lakeland, GA. Interment will follow in the Charles Knight Cemetery. Minister...
Mr. Willie James Williams
May 1, 2015
Willie James Williams was born December 14, 1918 in Barney, GA, to the late Henry Williams and the late Leila Mae Sharper. Willie James Williams fondly called “Pappy” was a jack of all trades and a hard worker. The legacy he leaves to his children is simply this, “if any will not work, neither should he eat.” “Pappy” was...
Ms. Victoria Sanders
Apr 10, 2015
Victoria Denise Sanders was born April 19, 1968 in Camden, New Jersey, to Sam Sanders and Alberta Sanders. She was educated in the Valdosta City School System and was a proud member of the graduating Class of 1986. She was currently furthering her education at Valdosta State University. Victoria was very kind and loving to everyone she met. She...
Mrs. Rosa Mae Mitchell
Apr 4, 2015
Rosa Mae Mitchell was born to Mrs. Aretha Williams and the late Mr. Thomas Miller, Sr., May 24, 1955, in Valdosta, Georgia. She was educated in the Lowndes County Schools and was a proud member of the 1973 Westside High School graduating class. Rosa Mae was a vibrant, energetic woman, full of life. Her warmth and energy could be...
Ms. Lakicia Shanette Rhone
Mar 30, 2015
On June 3, 1975, God opened the windows of heaven and blessed Linda Copeland Richardson with a beautiful bouncy baby girl, she would name, LaKicia Shanette Rhone. Kicia, as she was fondly called, graduated from Lowndes High School in 1993, where she demonstrated her Viking pride as a cheerleader for many years. She went on to attend Valdosta Technical...
Mrs. Beverly Jean Wright Copeland
Mar 7, 2015
Beverly Jean Wright Copeland was born May 12, 1951 in Lakeland, Georgia, to the late Theodore and Gladys Wright. She was educated in the Lanier County School System and was a proud member of the graduating Class of 1969. Beverly was different. She was special, unique in a thousand ways. She was giving and loving. There are those who...
Mr. Howard Davis
Mar 2, 2015
Howard W. Davis was born May 16, 1924 in Valdosta, GA to the late Armaster and Ponzellar Davis. Howard Davis was a master carpenter who lived a good life. Howard loved to work and building things of wood, always providing for his family like a good husband and father should. He was a hard worker and a man of...
Mrs. Maggie Butler Woods
Mar 1, 2015
Maggie Pearl Butler Woods was born to the late Mother Erma Tooley Butler and the late Mr. Jesse James Phillips, December 30, 1955 in Valdosta, GA. She was educated in the Valdosta City School System and was a proud member of the Valdosta High Graduating Class of 1974. She accepted Christ at an early age and was a life-long...
Ms. Odessa Dillard
Feb 25, 2015
Odessa Dillard was born July 18, 1935 in Pelham, Georgia, to the late Arnold Dillard and the late Etta Mae Collins. Ms. Odessa was a beautiful person. There was sunshine in her smile. One could find both hope and courage just by looking in her eyes. It appeared the light of heaven shone from her face. Ms. Odessa was...
Mrs. Velma L. Gates
Feb 19, 2015
Velma Lee Gates was born June 26, 1954 in Valdosta, Georgia to the late Elijah Davis, Sr., and the late Pauline Tomberline Davis. Only once in your life will someone so special walk in front of you and prepare the way for a better future. Only once in your life will someone wait patiently while you make the most...
Mrs. Arrena B. Woods
Feb 16, 2015
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announce Mrs. Arrena B. Woods, age 90, departed this life Monday, February 16, 2015. The celebration of life for the late Mrs. Arrena B. Woods will be held Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 12:00pm from the sanctuary of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. Dr. John H. Manning will officiate. Interment will...
Mrs. Annie Bell Pierce
Feb 15, 2015
Ecclesiastes 3:1: To Everything There Is A Season And A Time To Every Purpose Under The Heaven... A Time To Be Born... Annie Bell Pierce was born on July 16, 1933 in Valdosta, Georgia to Garfield and Katie Bell Jones. A Time to Learn... Annie Bell received her education through the Valdosta City School system. A Time to Love......
Ms. Tammy Cheryl Lewis
Feb 10, 2015
Tammy Cheryl Lewis was born on December 16, 1971 in Valdosta, GA to Archie Charles Lewis Sr. and Sharon K. Lewis. She attended Valdosta City Public Schools, where she was an active member of the Valdosta High School Marching Band and the dance team. She furthered her education by attending Oakwood College in Huntsville, AL, and Valdosta State University,...
Mrs. Doris Ann Lewis
Jan 26, 2015
Doris Ann Lewis, age 61, of Valdosta, Georgia, was born August 26, 1953 in Virginia Beach, VA to the late James Nelson and the late Doreatha Nelson. In the hearts of those who loved her, Doris will always be remembered. Every day in some way, her presence will be missed. We will miss her love, words of wisdom and...
Mr. Otis "Big O" Whitfield
Jan 14, 2015
Otis Whitfield, fondly called “Big O” was born May 7, 1957 to the late Ethel and Richard Whitfield and Melvin Nelson in Valdosta, Georgia. He was educated in the Valdosta City School System and graduated from Valdosta High School. While attending Valdosta High, he was a member of the basketball, football and track championship teams where he broke and...
