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Obituaries
Local obituaries for Valdosta, Georgia .
Mrs. Claretha Houston Mcfadden
Jul 8, 2014
Claretha Houston McFadden was born to the late Lloyd Houston and the late Ludell Houston, May 12, 1937, in Lakeland, GA. She was caring, loving, thoughtful and true. She loved the Lord with all her heart. Remembering the words found in Psalm 107:1, “Oh give thanks unto the Lord for He is good: for His mercy endureth forever.” Claretha...
Stanley D. Marshall
Jul 7, 2014
Stanley Devell Marshall, age 51,was born October 05, 1962, in Lowndes County, GA, to the late James P. Marshall and Treaser Jones Marshall. He graduated in1980 from Lowndes High School in Valdosta, GA and joined the U.S. Army in March 1981. He was stationed in Oklahoma as a Combat Telecom Center Operator. During his time in the US Army...
Mother Irene Mobley Neloms
Jul 5, 2014
The life of Mother Irene Mobley Neloms began on November 11, 1928 in Quitman, Georgia. She was the 5th child of the late Lou Willie Mobley Marshall and Jesse Peterson. She began a new life as she quietly left this earthly life on July 5, 2014 at her residence in Valdosta, Georgia. She was blessed by God with a...
Norma Jean Tonsil
Jul 4, 2014
Norma Jean Tonsil was born to the late Zack Tonsil, Sr. and the late Cassie B. Tonsil, November 19, 1941 in Lowndes County, Georgia. Norma Jean was a graduate of Pinevale High School in 1961. She was baptized at an early age at First Antioch Baptist Church where she was a member of the adult choir and served faithfully...
Kirk Eugene Russell
Jul 3, 2014
Kirk Eugene Russell, was born on March 27, 1934, to the union of David Russell and Louise Russell. He lived with his parents until he was six months old, when his mother died. He was raised by his Uncle Marvin and Aunt Mamie. He was raised in North Texas and graduated from Prairie View University. He was very athletic,...
Mrs. Almarine Moore
Jun 30, 2014
Mrs. Almarine Moore was born May 17, 1927, to the late Eddie Martin and the late Rosa Lee Williams in Echols County. She was a loyal and dedicated child of God. She was a faithful and active member of St. Phillip Independent A.M.E. Church for many years. Her services included being a member of the Stewardess Board, Missionary Board,...
Antwan Terrell Sims
Jun 29, 2014
On December 20 1977, Ms. Cynthia Sims and Mr. Devan Fleming was blessed with a beautiful baby boy, Antwan “Peanut” Sims. On June 29, 2014, the Lord called this handsome young man from earth to glory—free from all his worries and pains. “Peanuts” favorite quotes were: “Give me some dap” and “Keep it moving”. He is preceded in death...
Etta Laeshonne Jackson
Jun 29, 2014
Etta Laeshonne Jackson was born to Bettie and Willie Jackson, September 29, 1973 in Miami Dade County, FL. She received her education in the Dade County school system. She later enrolled in Job Corps where she received her GED with a concentration in cosmetology. Etta moved to Valdosta, GA in 2001. She was employed by LaQuinta Inn Hotel as...
Bobby Abercrombie
Jun 23, 2014
Bobby Abercrombie was born March 3, 1942 in Maplesville, Alabama to the late Willie Abercrombie and the late Hattie Mae Rutledge Abercrombie. He was educated in the Chilton County Schools in Clanton, Alabama. Bobby was a hard worker and a man of integrity. He retired from Valdosta State University. His family will always remember his special smile, his caring...
Willie Mae Mcfadden
Jun 6, 2014
Willie Mae McFadden was born August 31, 1938 in Valdosta, GA to the late Oscar and Hester Thomas. She was educated in the Valdosta City School System. She worked at Coastal Plains as a Social Outreach Caseworker. She loved people and loved doing whatever it took to make them happy. She managed the Hope Center where their motto was:...
Katie Mae Tanner
May 7, 2014
Katie Mae Tanner, loving daughter of the late Mrs. Harriet Hubbard and the late Mr. Arthur Malden was born December 7, 1930 in Monroeville, Alabama. She was employed in Quincy, Florida at Gadsden Nursing Home as a Dietary Aid. There she gained love and respect from co-workers and patients for her industrious and loving manner. She girded herself with...
Sharron Bernice Brown
May 6, 2014
Sharron Bernice Brown was born July 03, 1957 in Valdosta, GA to the late Mr. Robert Brown and the late Mrs. Bernice Brown. There was so much love in Sharron’s touch and sunshine in her smile. Love in everything she did, to make lives worthwhile. Everyone who knew her, will always remember her caring heart and warm hugs. Sharron...
John W. Whitaker, Jr.
Apr 19, 2014
John Wesley Whitaker, Jr., (The Story Teller), was born to the late John W. Whitaker, Sr. and Angela Madison Edwards on January 4, 1949, in St. Louis, Missouri. John passed away April 19, 2014 at the age of 65. He was a graduate of Valdosta State University. He was a person of multiple talents and skills. John, fondly known...
Willa Gilliard
Apr 12, 2014
Willa Dean Gilliardwas born April 17, 1940 in Lakeland, GA to the late Theodore and Gladys Wright.
There was magic in Willa’s touch and sunshine in her smile. There was love in everything she did that made her children’s lives worthwhile. Her laughter was a source of joy; her works were warm and wise. She was loving,...
Gerald Bernard Worthy
Apr 6, 2014
Gerald Bernard Worthy, was born February 19, 1960, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Rev. “Dr.” Bobby R. Worthy and the late Clara Mae Battle Worthy.
He was educated in the Valdosta City School System and was a proud member of the Valdosta High graduating Class of 1977.Gerald was one of life’s best gifts, someone to treasure...
Aydan La-Tral St. Lot - Richardson
Mar 31, 2014
It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announce baby boy, Aydan La-Tral St. Lot-Richardson, departed this life Monday, March 31, 2014. A private service was held for baby boy, Aydan St.Lot-Richardson
Elijah Davis Sr.
Mar 30, 2014
Elijah Davis, Sr. was born December 1, 1930 in Alapaha, Georgia, to the late Alfred Davis and Leola Thomas.
Elijah was a hard worker, a “Jack of all Trades”. His tough, strong hands provided for his family whom he...
Mary Alice Evans Carter
Mar 26, 2014
Husband: The late William H. Carter, Sr.
Mother: The late Maebelle Baker Evans
Father: The late Tom Evans
Cornelius R. Miller
Mar 15, 2014
Cornelius Rashawn Millerwas born August 8, 1990 to Margaret Price and Gerald Miller in Valdosta, Georgia.
He grew up in Berrien County and attended Berrien County public schools. “Sean” as he was fondly called, was a proud member of the Berrien High School Class of 2008. His classmates will tell you that Sean was always the life...
Melvin D. Roe
Mar 11, 2014
It is with deepest sympathy, Godfrey Funeral Home announce Mr. Melvin D. Roe, age 80, of Valdosta, departed this life Tuesday, March 11, 2014. Private service and burial.
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