Obituaries

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...

Mar 26, 2014

Husband: The late William H. Carter, Sr.

Mother: The late Maebelle Baker Evans

Father: The late Tom Evans

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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...

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.

Mar 10, 2014

Daisy Lee Phillips, was born August 22, 1931 to the late Frank Rockamore and Aslean Phelps in Taylor County, Georgia.

Daisy received her education in the public school system. She met and married the late John “Boy” Phillips and to this union eleven children were born. Daisy supported her family, and her children, arise up and call...

Feb 21, 2014

Leola Duncan was born July 01, 1936 in Miccosukee, FL, to the late Herbert and Daisy Bell Jeff. Her life was full of loving deeds, forever thoughtful of others needs. She was caring, and loving, thoughtful and true, filled with kindness through and through. God put His loving arms around Leola, Thursday, February 21, 2014 and granted her eternal...

Feb 21, 2014

Reba Burse was born December 26, 1933 in Ethel, Arkansas to the late Addie and Mary Harris. Only once in your life will someone so special walk in front of you and prepare the way for a better future. Only once will you have the opportunity to be loved by some who could never love you too much. That...

Feb 11, 2014

It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announce Mr. Christopher Columbus Bivins, fondly known as “C.C.” of Florence, SC, departed this life Tuesday, February 11, 2014. The homegoing celebration for the late Mr. Christopher Columbus Bivins will be held Friday, February 14, 2014 at 12:00pm from the sanctuary of Savannah Grove Baptist Church in Florence, SC. Funeral services...

Feb 3, 2014

Kenneth Ronald Carnegie Sr., was born on February 12, 1949. He was the only child born to Mrs. Arthoreen C. Homer. Kenneth joined Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church at the age of 6 years old under the pastorate of Reverend C. B. Johnson. After moving to Atlanta, under Christian experience, Kenneth Sr. and his family joined Green Forest Baptist...

Jan 31, 2014

It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announce Mr. James Edward German, Jr., age 74, departed this life Friday, January 31, 2014. Private burial service for the late Mr. James Edward German, Jr. will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 10:00am in the Sunset Hill Cemetery. Pastor J. Bernard Braswell II will officiate.

Jan 30, 2014

On Thursday, January 30, 2014 around 8:15pm, while listening to “Amazing Grace” softly on her pillow, God called Cleo and said, “don’t be afraid” and she gently answered her Father’s call. Cleo which means “popularity and glorious”, was born December 1, 1945, to Mrs. Elmira Wiggs and the late Mr. Willie Rushing. She began her Christian journey at a...

Jan 28, 2014

Robert Lee Graham was born to Frances Burgess and the late Walter Brice, January 14, 1954, in Valdosta, GA. He had a great sense of humor and was very outgoing. Robert never met a stranger. His warm personality drew many to him. Laughter and smiles were for all to enjoy when in his presence. He understood the value of...

Jan 19, 2014

Annie Lucille Register Miller was born April 17, 1923 in Valdosta, GA, to the late George and Ruth Register. She was different, she was special, unique in a thousand ways. She was loving, caring and thoughtful, and we’ll miss her all our days. Annie’s life motto was “no-nonsense”. She could be a jokester and enjoyed a good laugh, especially...

Jan 18, 2014

Mrs. Arletha Hester Miller was born on March 21, 1918,in Lowndes County, Georgia, the fifth of seven children to the late Mr. Daniel N. “Sweet” and Mrs. Barbara Hill Hester. She peacefully transitioned from this earthly life on January 28, 2014 at her home on 4600 Miller Lane. At an early age, Arletha affiliated with the Mt. Vienna AME...

Jan 13, 2014

Calvin Jerome Benjamin Sr. was born to the late Charlie Benjamin and the late Henrietta Benjamin, July 16, 1956 in Naylor, Georgia. He was educated in the Lanier County School System and furthered his education at Bethany Divinity College and Seminary where he received his Bachelor’s degree. Pastor Benjamin was a loving man. Concerned with giving, not gaining; being...

Dec 31, 2013

It is with deepest sympathy Godfrey Funeral Home announce Mrs. Charmaine Harrington, age 60, departed this life Tuesday, December 31, 2013. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at 11:00AM, in the chapel of Godfrey Funeral Home.

Dec 28, 2013

Kirby James Alexander was born January 4, 1958 to Jack Alexander and Martha Alexander in Boynton Beach, FL. Kirby was one of life’s best gifts, someone to treasure all life through. Good with his hands, Kirby was a hard worker and a man of integrity. Once he purposed in his heart, a task to be done, he would not...

Dec 27, 2013

Name: Pat Burks Born: December 25, 1940 Birthplace: Louisville, AL Mother: Lossie Howell Father: Luke Burks Demise: December 27, 2013 In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three brothers: Sam Burks, Quincy Burks, and Billy Dean Burks; one step-brother: Bill Howell; one sister: Dora Bell Burks; one special brother in-law: Spence Davis, Sr.; one niece:...

Dec 21, 2013

Mildred was born to Wardell and Bessie Gregory, April 13, 1926. She received her formal education in Brooklyn, New York. Upon meeting her then to be husband, Charles Smith, Mildred moved to Buffalo, New York in 1950. Times were hard, but Mildred always managed to keep food on the table from the day to day wages Charles provided as...

Dec 18, 2013

On November 17, 1929, God placed me in the caring arms of the late Kato Washington and Minerva Osborn. On December 18, 2013, the sweet angels from heaven above sealed my life at 500 Orange Street, Valdosta, GA. Even though my stay was all too brief, you will have loving memories as solace for your grief. Release me and...