FUNERAL DIRECTORS SINCE 1941

 Colquitt Funeral Home was established in 1941 by H. Roy and Lucille McKinstry, Sr.  They operated the funeral home and ambulance service for Colquitt and Miller County until 1949  when their son, H. Roy McKinstry, Jr. returned from the Navy to help run the family business. Roy (Porky) McKinstry, Jr.  married Dorothy Oldham in 1949.  Roy McKinstry, Sr., Lucille McKinstry, Roy McKinstry, Jr. and Dorothy McKinstry were all licensed funeral directors and operated the funeral home together for nearly 50 years. 

Danny Sheffield, licensed funeral director and embalmer, began working at Colquitt Funeral Home in 1983 later purchasing the funeral home business from the McKinstry family in 1990. In1991, he built a new funeral home and chapel at 108 Grow Street and continues to operate as a family owned business today. The owner and staff of Colquitt Funeral Home will always cherish the memory of the lives of  H. R. (Mack) McKinstry, Sr., Lucille McKinstry, H. R. (Porky) McKinstry, Jr.,  and Dorothy McKinstry .

Payment Policy Effective January 1, 2018

     Colquitt Funeral Home will be implementing a new payment policy.  Effective January 1, 2018, we will not make any final funeral arrangements until a method of payment has been confirmed.

     When the family comes in to make funeral plans, they will need to bring their insurance policies with them. The policy will have to be verified BEFORE funeral dates and times will be decided.  This means if there is a death on a holiday or weekend or any other time that the insurance company is closed, arrangements will not be set until that policy can be verified.  If your loved one has an insurance policy that can not be filed by the funeral home, you will be responsible for paying before arrangements will be finalized. Payment must be received before the funeral service is held. 

We will no longer wait for estates to be settled.

No exceptions.

     Payment accepted in the form of verified insurance assignment, check, cash, or credit card.

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Obits

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Cathy Jean Matkin     63

     Mrs. Cathy Jean Matkin of Colquitt died Sunday, November 11, 2018, at Miller County Hospital.  Funeral services will be Friday, November 16, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Bobby Whittaker and James Weaver officiating.  Interment will follow at Thompson Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be Friday, November 16, 2018, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Matkin was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the U.S. Army and was of the baptist faith.

     She is survived by her husband, James R. Matkin of Colquitt, GA; two sons, James R. (Sybrina) Matkin, Jr. of Albany, GA, and Kristopher Alan (Summer) Matkin of Atlanta, GA; one daughter, Amanda (Keith) Frane of Opelika, AL; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two sisters, Susan (Garlin) Evans of Iron City, GA, and Jennifer (Phillip) NeSmith of Bainbridge, GA; one brother, Tony (Barbara) Meredith of Colquitt, GA; and her four legged fur baby, Gracie.

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William  Webb "Billy" Ingram, Jr.     62

     Mr. Billy Ingram of Colquitt died Saturday, November 3, 2018, at his residence.  A memorial service will be held Friday, November 9, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Scott Stanfill and Rev. Dale Seley officiating.  Visitation will be Friday, November 9, 2018, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel.

     Mr. Ingram was a boat captain and a member of Colquitt United Methodist Church.

     He is survived by one sister, Mary Susan (Dale) Seley  of Fredericksburg, VA; one niece, Carla Seley of Virginia Beach, VA; three aunts, Eleanor Wilson of Nicholson, GA, Marcelle Houston of Blakely, GA, and Delphine (William) Lane of Athens, TN; one uncle, Gwen Ingram of Kingsport, TN,  and a large number of cousins.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Colquitt-Miller County Disaster Relief Fund at https://squareup.com/store/colquittstrong

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Eudorus Lee Massey     77

     Mr. Eudorus Lee Massey of Iron City died Saturday, October 27, 2018, at his residence.  Funeral services will be Monday, October 29, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Walden officiating.  Interment will follow at Eternal Rest Memorial Gardens with Jim McCann, Rick McCall, Larry Evans, Robert Scott, Carl Scott, and Dee Rebrook serving as pall bearers.  Visitation will be Sunday, October 28, 2018, from 5:00-7:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Massey was owner of Lee's Grocery and a member of Unity Church of God.

     He is survived by his wife, June Massey of Iron City, GA; one daughter, Krystal (Rick) Draughn of Petal, MS; two sons, Steve (Samantha) Ard of Colquitt, GA, and Gary Ard of Iron City, GA; seven grandchildren, Ben Draughn, Bethany Draughn, Zac Ard, Kiley Harden, Hank Harden, Chloe Ard, and Sophie Ard; and two brothers, Kenneth (Gloria) Massey of Donalsonville, GA, and Lynn (Peggy) Massey of Jacksonville, FL.  Mr. Massey was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Montine Lynn Massey; one sister, Blanche Green; and one brother, Ralph Massey.

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Wanneda "Neda" Wanda Temples     79

     Mrs. Wanneda "Neda" Wanda Temples of Damascus died Saturday, October 27, 2018, at Miller County Hospital. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 3, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Damascus Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Cowart officiating.

     Mrs. Temples was a homemaker.

     She is survived by one son, Ricky (Debbie) Fisher of Donalsonville, GA; one daughter, Dana (Rusty) Tabb of Damascus, GA; six grandchildren, Darren Greathouse, Shannon (Josh) Fisher, Kaylee Norman, Kyler Norman, Baylee Tabb, and Hunter Tabb; and one great grandson, Greyson Tabb.  Mrs. Temples was preceded in death by two sons, Gary Fisher and Eddie Fisher.

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Geraldine "Gerrie" Clenney     69

     Mrs. Gerri Clenney of Colquitt died Friday, October 19, 2018, at Donalsonville Hospital.  Funeral services will be Sunday, October 21, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Cook's Union United Methodist Church with Rev. Jean Watson officiating.  Interment will follow at Cook's Cemetery with John Williams, Jr., Marty Kelley, Jr., Jarrott Mock, Michael Middleton, Bradley Enfinger, and Phillip Henry Harden, III, serving as active pall bearers.  There will be no visitation.

     Mrs. Clenney was a member of Cook's Union United Methodist Church and was a homemaker.

     She is survived by her husband, Terry Clenney of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Trent (Vicki) Clenney and Bryan Clenney both of Colquitt, GA; four grandchildren, Garison Clenney, Preston Clenney, Bryce Clenney, and Evan Clenney; two brothers, Leslie Caine and Neal Caine both of Winter Haven, FL; and mother-in-law, Annie Pearl Clenney of Colquitt, GA.

     In lieu of flowers, make donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

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Billy Floyd Coker     76

     Mr. Billy Floyd Coker of Donalsonville died Sunday October 14, 2018, at Miller County Hospital.  Funeral services will be Thursday, October 18, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Magnolia Baptist Church in Whigham, GA, with Rev. Glen Elmore officiating.  Interment will follow at Butler Cemetery in Whigham, GA, with Military Honors. Pall bearers will be Dalton Snipes, Ryan Coker, Shelton Snipes, Nicholas Coker, Larry Dollar, and Earl Dollar.  Visitation will be Thursday, October 18, 2018, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Magnolia Baptist Church.

     After 21 years of service, Mr. Coker retired from the USAF as a Master Sergeant. He was also a member of New Life at Lake Seminole Church of God.

     He is survived by his wife, Sara Coker of Donalsonville, GA; three sons, Gary (Trudy) Coker of Newton, GA, Chris (Daphne Owenbey) Coker of Leesburg, GA, and David (Annette) Williford of Darien, GA; one daughter, Pam (Boobie) Snipes of Colquitt, GA; six grandchildren, Dalton (Lindsey) Snipes, Ryan Coker, Shelton Snipes, Nicholas Coker, Hayden Coker, and Syara Owenbey; one great grandchild, Ryleigh Snipes; and two sisters, Janelle Nelson of Dothan, AL, and Myrtle Ann Lewis of Whigham, GA.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the New Life at Lake Seminole Church of God building fund at 2164 Hwy 253 South, Donalsonville, GA 39845.

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Skipper Jerome Bryan, Sr.     69

     Mr. Skipper Jerome Bryan, Sr., of Bainbridge died Thursday, October 4, 2018, at Southeast Alabama Medical Center.  A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

     Mr. Bryan was a truck driver and of the baptist faith.

     He is survived by his wife, Tammy Woodle of Bainbridge, GA; two sons, Skipper Jerome "JJ" Bryan, Jr. of San Antonio, TX, and Chris (Melissa) Bryan of Mobile, AL; one daughter, Shaney (Joey) Catlin of Montgomery, AL; six grandchildren, Kaylynn, Cody, Sarah, Taylor, Baylee, and Shawntel; five great grandchildren; and one brother, Charles (Jackie) Bryan of Dothan, AL.  Mr. Bryan was preceded in death by one daughter, Renee Bryan; one brother, James Vinson Bryan, Jr.; two sisters, Janice Suggs and Jenette Cook; and his parents, Bonnie Hagan and Lavada Woods Bryan, and James Vinson and Agnes Vinson Cook, Sr.

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Paul Gerald Dukes     74

     Mr. Paul Gerald Dukes of Damascus died Tuesday, October 2, 2018, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.  A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 7, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses with Brother Green officiating.  Visitation will be Sunday, October 7, 2018, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Kingdom Hall.

     Mr. Dukes was a mechanic at Georgia Pacific and was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.

     He is survived by one daughter, Jill Prince of Valdosta, GA; four grandchildren, Jade Prince, Autumn Prince, Paige Prince, and Allison Prince; two brothers, Curtis Dukes of Columbus, GA and Melvin Dukes of Ft. Worth, TX; and a number of nieces and nephews.

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Troy Lavon Cook     83

     Mr. Troy Lavon Cook of Colquitt died Thursday, September 20, 2018, at his residence.  Funeral services will be Saturday, September 22, 2018, at 1:00 PM at Cook's Union United Methodist Church with Rev. Matt Stewart and Rev. Jean Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Cook's Cemetery.  The family will receive visitors at their home.

     Mr. Cook was a former Miller County Sheriff and a member of Cook's Union United Methodist Church.

     He is survived by his wife, Maureen Cook of Colquitt, GA; one son, Lindsey (Melissa) Cook of Duluth, GA; one daughter, Cindee (Kevin) Riordan of Virginia Beach, VA; seven grandchildren, Patrick Cook, Catherine Cook, Christopher Cook, Mary Virginia Riordan, Elizabeth Riordan, Emma Watkins, and Alex Watkins; one sister, Brenda (Larry) Stephens of Colquitt, GA; and one brother, Buren Willis "BW" (Valeria) Cook of Oviedo, FL.

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Mable Elizabeth Heard  87

     Mrs Mable Heard of Colquitt died Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Bainbridge Health Care. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Seotember 11, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Dennis Jones and Kenny Johnson officiating.  Iterment will follow at Bellview Church Cemetery.

Full obit to follow.

    Larry Thompson     70

     Larry Thompson, 70, passed away August 28 at Calhoun Nursing Home in Edison, Georgia.  Formerly of Colquitt, Georgia, Larry was born in Heflin, Alabama, to Rev. and Mrs. Clyde and Nellie Fields Thompson, both of whom predeceased him.

     Larry was married to the former Sharon Beasley of Cairo, Georgia, who preceded him in death in 2016.  They shared a wonderful life together in their Colquitt home on the banks of Spring Creek.

     A memorial service will be held on Saturday, 9/15, at the Colquitt Funeral Home, 108 E. Grow Street, Colquitt, Georgia.  Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM, with the memorial service beginning at 2:00 PM.  Officiating the service will be Rev. Billy Thompson and Rev. Mike Nichols.

     Larry was a finish carpenter who was known to his friends as a true artist in woodworking.  His favorite thing to do was spend time fishing with Sharon and other friends and family members.  He also loved inviting those friends and family members over for a fish fry, with Larry cooking the best cat fish ever tasted!

      In his earlier years, Larry sung in a Southern Gospel quartet out of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Cairo, Georgia, which was pastored by his father.  He also sung with his parents and siblings as the Thompson Family group.

     In addition to his wife and parents, Larry was preceded in death by his son, Donovan Wayne Thompson, Thomasville, Georgia.

      Larry is survived by his sisters, Jane Rowland-Fox of Florida and Sarah Webster and her husband, Warren, of Delaware.  He is also survived by one brother, Billy Thompson and his wife, Dorothy, of Georgia.  Also surviving Larry are his grandson, Donovan Wayne (DJ) Thompson, Jr., and his wife and son, Michaela and Brayden, of Alabama; a step granddaughter, Crystal Fuller and her spouse Ned of Alabama; and three step great grandsons Brandon Hines, Blain Hines, and Lane Fuller, all of Alabama.  In addition, Larry is survived by his Uncle Melvin and Aunt Faye Fields, as well as Aunt Margaret Fields, all of Alabama.  Many other family members live in Georgia and Alabama.

     Larry had asked that his body be cremated as Sharon’s had been, and their ashes be mixed.

     In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to either the Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church, 319 E. Grow Street, Colquitt, GA  39837 or the First Baptist Church of Colquitt, 351 E. Pine Street, Colquitt, GA  39837.



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Grace McDaniel Moore     94

     Mrs. Grace McDaniel Moore of Colquitt died Monday, August 27, 2018, at Miller Nursing Home.  Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at Colquitt First Baptist Church at 11:00 AM with Rev. Chad Cooper and Rev. Mark Worsley officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery with Isaac Moore, Philip Moore, Danny Moore, Stokes Moore, Griffin Perkins, and Joe Sheffield serving as active pall bearers.  Honorary pall bearers will be Noah Kough and Lawson Bost.  Visitation will be Tuesday, August 28, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Moore was a homemaker and a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church, Dorcas Sunday School Class, and the Colquitt Garden Club.

     She is survived by three sons, Tommy (Sandra) Moore of Colquitt, GA, Warren (Mary Faye) Moore of Newnan, GA, and David (Derinda) Moore of Powder Springs, GA, Charles Singleton, Nephew, of Waldorf, MD; six grandchildren, Philip (Amber) Moore, Danny (Laci) Moore, Jessica (Lawson) Bost, Isaac (Sarah) Moore, Kristen (Noah) Kough, and Ashley Moore; eleven great grandchildren; and one brother, Carlos (Iva) McDaniel of Alexander City, AL.  Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Hill Moore.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Colquitt First Baptist Church Building Fund, Mt. Zion Cemetery Fund, or Mission Mbale at www.missionmbale.org or PO Box 73975, Newna, GA 30271 and specify Grace Moore.

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Randall Milton "Randy" Spooner     66

      Mr. Randall Milton "Randy" Spooner of Colquitt died Friday,  August 24, 2018 at his residence.  Funeral services will be Monday, August 27, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Whittaker officiating.  Interment will follow at Bellview Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Richard Trawick, Charlie Weeks, Russell Worek, Tim Cook, Guy Phillips, and Gary Roach serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Monday, August 27, 2018, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Spooner was a member of Colquitt Church of God and retired as a security officer with Farmer's Fertilizer and Millling Co.

     He is survived by his wife, Amy Spooner of Colquitt, GA; four daughters, Amy (Timmy) Donley of Colquitt, GA, Becky (Scott) Butler of Leary, GA, Randi (James) Hammock of Alexandria, LA, and Kristy (Terry) Palmer of Colquitt, GA; eight grandchildren, Paige Donley, Casee Donley, Lacie Butler, Katie Butler, Jamie Hammock, Amber Hammock, Tyler Hammock, and Savanna Palmer; and one aunt, Lillian Oninski of Newton, AL.  Mr. Spooner was preceded in death by his mother, Penney Laynette Trawick.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kindred Hospice at 432 E. Shotwell Street, Bainbridge, GA 39819.

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Martha Tabb Lovering     84

     Mrs. Martha Tabb Lovering of Colquitt died Thursday, August 23, 2018, at Miller Nursing Home.  Funeral services will be Saturday, August 25, 2018, at 5:00 PM at Colquitt United Methodist Church with Rev. William Smith and Rev. Scott Stanfill officiating.  Interment will follow at Colquitt City Cemtery with David Lovering, Les Lovering, Stacey Cooper, Michael Lovering, Adrian Lovering, and Kevin Lovering serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Saturday, August 25, 2018, from 4:00-5:00 PM at Colquitt United Methodist Church.

     Mrs. Lovering was a member of Colquitt United Methodist Church and retired from Quality Applicators as a bookkeeper.

     She is survived by two sons, Randy Metz (Jane) Lovering of Colquitt, GA, and Ronnie Dale (Sybil) Lovering of Blakely, GA; four grandchildren, Brandon Tabb (Ashley) Lovering, Michael Brian Lovering, Samuel Charles Lovering, and Seth Willis Lovering; five great grandchildren, Mayson Kate Lovering, Grayson Reid Lovering, Caitlin McKenzie Lovering, Lillian Catherine Lovering, and Kinsley Jade Lovering; and two sisters, Mary Jean Tabb (Tyner) Cooper of Blakely, GA, and Dorothy Tabb (Max) Jones of Colquitt, GA.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kindred Hospice at 432 E. Shotwell Street, Bainbridge, GA 39819

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Leona Belle Wells     88

     Mrs. Leona Belle Wells of Colquitt died Thursday, August 23, 2018, at Great Grans in Donalsonville.  Funeral services will be Saturday, August 25, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Flat Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Cory Thomas, Rev. Robert Johns, and Maxine Summers officiating. Interment will follow at Colquitt City Cemetery with Cleve Roland, Gray Roland, Isaiah Roland, Ben Roland, John Edward Wells, Charles Wells, Greg Calhoun, and Judson Thomas serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Saturday, August 25, 2018, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Flat Creek Baptist Church.

     Mrs. Wells was a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church and worked with the Miller County School System for 27 years as a para professional.

     She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Sidney R. "Doodle" Wells of Colquitt, GA; one son, Anthnoy (Linda) Wells of Donalsonville, Ga; one daughter, Dianne (Carlton) Thomas of Colquitt, GA; two grandsons, Cory (Holly) Thomas of Colquitt, GA, and Kyle (Amy) Thomas of Bainbridge, GA; four great grandchildren, Sydney Thomas, Megan Meszaros, Mackenzie Thomas, and Judson Thomas; two brothers, John B. (Frankie) Roland of Dothan, AL, and Jerry G. Roland of Colquitt, GA; and one sister-in-law, Joyce Wells of Colquitt, GA.  Mrs. Wells was preceded in death by her parents, Boss Gordon and Margie Gray Roland, and one brother, Billy G. Roland.

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Karen Eileen Stone     72

     Mrs. Karen Eileen Stone of Camilla, GA, formerly of Great Falls, MT, died Monday, August 13, 2018, at Savannah Court in Camilla, GA. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 15, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.  A funeral service will be held at a later date in Great Falls, MT.

     She is survived by her husband, Danny J. Stone of Monroe, GA; two sons, Dan (Helen) Stone of Bainbridge, GA, and William R. (Lynne) Stone of El Paso, TX; six grandchildren, Ashley Stone Griffin, Kristen Stone Scott, Daniel Stone, II, Bailey Keasler, Mitchell Stone, and Jacob Stone; five great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

 ___________________________________________________________________  Louise West Hodges     91

     Ms. Louise West Hodges, age 91, stepped into the arms of Jesus Friday, August 10, 2018, at her residence in Brinson, GA. Visitation will be Sunday, August 12, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.  Services will be Monday, August 13, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Pastor Newton Cranford officiating.  Interment will be at County line Baptist Church Cemetery with Anthony Reagan, Chris West, Mark Bruner, Michael Brown, Alex West, and Eric Worthington serving as active pall bearers.

     Ms. Hodges was born December 10, 1926, to Pete Glass and Pearl Cook Glass.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband & children's father, Early West (died in 1974); husband, Jimmy Hodges; two brothers, Kenneth and Luther Glass; one sister, Emma Jean Smith; son-in-law, Ray Forrester; and grandson, Rusty Darley.  She is survived by one sister, Calista Sanders of Bainbridge, GA; three sons, Jimmy West (Bonnie) of Kathleen, GA, Steve West (Greg) of Cottonwood, AL, Tommy West (Tina) of Colquitt, GA; six daughters, Betty Reagan (Jack) of Warner Robins, GA, Patricia Forrester of Dothan, AL, Janice Cooksey of Quincy, FL, Patsy Worthington (Ronald) of Brinson, GA, Alice Jarvis of Brinson, GA, and Vickie Bush (Mitch) of Brinson, GA.  Ms. Hodges also leaves to cherish her memory 18 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren, and her two furbabies, Sparkle and Pepper.

     Ms. Hodges was of the Baptist faith and was a very devoted Christian. If you knew her, you knew what a special lady she was. To know her was to love her.

     The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks and love to Lisa Ware of Bainbridge, GA, for her devotion and dedication for the extraordinary care given to our mother for the last seven years of her life.

     In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kindred Hospice of Bainbridge, GA.

     The family will be receiving visitors at the home of Patsy and Ronald Worthington at 3234 Bethel Road, Brinson, GA, 39825.

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 Mary Ann Revells  60

     Mrs. Mary Ann Revells of Donalsonville died Sunday, August 5, 2018, at Donalsonville Hospital. Funeral services will Thursday, August 9, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Hubert Smith and Rev. David Williams officiating.  Interment will follow at Revells Family Cemetery with Will Middleton, Brandy Middleton, Ben Clenney, Sam Revells, Keith Revells, and Nathan Lisenby serving as active pall bearers.  Anthony Thacker will be an honorary pall bearer.  Visitation will be Wednesday, August 8, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.  

     Mrs. Revells was of the baptist faith and retired from Clenney Insurance Agency in Colquitt, GA.

     She is survived by her husband, Danny N. Revells of Donalsonville, GA; four sons, Sam (Tiffany Deese) Revells of Donalsonville, GA, Keith Revells of Donalsonville, GA, Anthony Thacker of Donalsonville, GA, and Brandy Middleton of Perry, GA; four grandchildren, Will Middleton, Madison Deese, Skyler Lewis, and Carolina Deese; daughter-in-law Shanna Middleton of Perry, GA; mother, Mary Ellen Lisenby of Donalsonville, GA; and special friend, Donna Easom.

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Dakota Timothy Deaton  3

     Dakota Deaton of Colquitt died  Ju;y 31, 2018 at Childrens Health Care of Atlanta. Funeral servies will be Friday, August 3, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel.  Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Bainbridge.

     He is survied by his mother, Courtney Deaton and step father, Lance Lisenby both of Colquitt. two sisters, Nexis Deaton and Kyleigh Shellhouse both of Colqutt. His grandparents,  Melinda (Travis Lashley) Howard of Colqutt and Ed Deaton and Glenda Glisson of Whigham.

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Eunice Davis "Sis" Cook     94

     Mrs. Sis Cook of Colquitt died Thursday, July 26, 2018, at her residence.  Funeral services will be Saturday, July 28, 2018, at 10:00 AM at Cook's Union United Methodist Church with Rev. Jean Watson officiating.  Interment will follow in Cook's Cemetery with John Williams, Jr., Trey Long, Hamilton Cook, Taylor Cook, Jarrett Cook, and Josh Williams serving as pall bearers. 

     Mrs. Cook was a homemaker and a charter member of Cook's Union United Methodist Church.

     She is survived by two sons, Dole (Terri) Cook, Jr., and Rex (Donna) Cook, both of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Sheila (John) Williams, and Pam (Carl) Long, both of Colquitt, GA; seven grandchildren, John Williams, Jr., Trey Long, Josh Williams, Hamilton Cook, Taylor Cook, Carla Alday, and Jarrett Cook; six great grandchildren; one sister, Carolyn Cooper of Colquitt, GA; and her cousin, Sammie Turner.    ____________________________________________________________________

Carolyn Yvonne Williams  74

     Mrs. Carolyn Williams of Colquitt died Thursday, July 26, 2018, at Miller County Hospital. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 28, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Cooks Union United Methodist Church.  Interment will follow at Cooks Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 PM Saturday, July 28, 2018, at Cooks Union United  Methodist Church.

     Mrs. Williams was a homemaker and a member of Cooks Union United Methodist Church.

     She is survived by her husband James Williams of Colquitt, GA; one son, Robert Dale Williams of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Dana Lynn Williams of Colquitt, GA; and one brother, Leon Martin of Florida.

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Ruth Dixon Allen     96

     Mrs. Ruth Dixon Allen of Iron City died Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at her residence.  A graveside funeral service will be held Friday, July 20, 2018, at 10:00 AM at Floral Memory Gardens in Albany with Rev. Jimmy Walden officiating.

     A native of Baxley, GA, Mrs. Allen worked in the Dougherty County School System for 30 years most of them teaching second grade at Northside Elementary.  A charter member of Sherwood Baptist Church, Mrs. Allen was the first president of the WMU and was active in the organization until it disbanded.  Mrs. Allen was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma teaching sorority.

    Mrs. Allen was  preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Leo Allen; son, Robert Preston "Bob" Allen; mother, Algie Woodard Dixon; father, Preston Dixon; and sisters, Betty Dixon and Ella Mae Laney.

     Mrs. Allen is survived by two daughters, Jane Allen (Lee) Purvis of Franklin, TN, and June Allen (Lee) Massey of Iron City, GA;  seven grandchildren, Gary Allen Ard, Stephen Larry Ard, Krystal Massey Draughn, Dr. John Haigler Purvis, Nancy Lee Purvis, Preston Burke Allen, and Robert Dixon Allen; nine great grandchildren; one brother, Eugene Dixon of Savannah, GA; one daughter-in-law, Grier Allen of Albany, GA; and three nieces, Marta Allen Winter of Jacksonville, FL, Pam Allen Roberts of Sarasota, FL, and Laura Laney Center of Clearwater, Fl.

     In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Sherwood Baptist Church Library Fund or Kindred Care Hospice of Bainbridge, GA at 432 E. Shotwell Street, Bainbridge, GA 39819.

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A J Heard    87

     Mr. A J Heard of Donalsonville died Wednesday, July 4, 2018, at his residence.  Funeral services will be Friday, July 6, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church with Brother David Pace officiating.  Interment will follow at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.  Visitation will be Friday, July 6, 2018, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church.

     Mr. Heard passed away two days short of his 88th birthday.  During his life time he worked for Babcock Cattle starting in Georgia, then moving to Florida.  He then moved to St. Augustine to work at Velda Dairy in the beef cattle division.  He went on to manage both cattle and timber for Robinson Improvement Company then A.D. Nease and Associates when St. Johns County was all cattle, potatoes, and cabbage.  He retired from International Paper many years ago.  He will be missed, but family is certain there is a celebration taking place in Heaven with family and friends he lost long ago.  Mr. Heard was a member of Lake Seminole Baptist Church.

     He is survived by his wife, Billie Heard form Donalsonville, GA; two sons, Harry Heard and Kevin (Lisa) Heard of St. Cloud, FL; one daughter, Benda (Grant) Strickland of Bainbridge, GA; eight grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and two sisters, Betty Wilkerson of Donalsonville, GA, and Winne Daniels of Colquitt, GA.  Mr. Heard was preceded in death by his parents, Tom Winn and Euva Taylor Heard; one grandson, Jay Heard; one sister, Trudie Candee.

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Irma Virginia Andrews     95

     Mrs. Virginia  Andrews of Boykin died Wednesday, July 4, 2018, at Seminole Manor in Donalsonville.  Funeral services will be Saturday, July 7, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Boykin Church of God with Rev. Marty Tedder officiating.  Interment will follow at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Brett Andrews, Jerry McKinnon, Tyler Wright, Blake Tedder, Brad Wright, and Chili Davis serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Saturday, July 7, 2018, at Boykin Church of God from 1:00-2:00 PM.

     Mrs. Andrews was a supervisor with Williamson Dickies of Bainbridge and a member of Boykin Church of God.

     She is survived by four grandchildren, Brett Andrews, Heather Harris, Grant Andrews, and Kaitlyn Andrews; and six great grandchildren, Eason Andrews, Morgan Andrews, Isaiah Herd, Eli Harris, Annalynn Andrews, and Carly Andrews.

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Rev. Walter "Monk" Daniels     85

     Rev. Walter "Monk" Daniels of Iron City died Thursday, June 28, 2018, at Southeast Alabama Medical Center.  Funeral services will be Sunday, July 1, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Marlon Daniels and Dwayne Daniels officiating.  Interment will follow at Eternal Rest Memorial Gardens with Military Honors.  Tony Barber, Justin Bennett, Richard Cook, Alan Daniels, Don Dowdy, Hal Ivey, Tim Haire and Stacy Sheffield will serve as active pall bearers.  Honorary pall bearers will be the men of Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church and all of the former athletes who played under Coach Daniels. Visitation will be Saturday, June 30, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Coach Daniels was the pastor at Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church and ministered to a great number of people through his testimony.  Over the course of his well lived life, he enjoyed spending time with his family, being involved with his church, coaching baseball and basketball, farming, and most importantly, sharing his faith with others.  He was active in his community as a former teacher, coach, school superintendent, member of the Lions Club, member of the American Legion, Future Farmers of America alumnus, and former pastor of Thompson Freewill Baptist Church.  Notably, his achievements in coaching included state championships in baseball (1967) and basketball (1977, 1979, 1980).  In addition to his community involvement, Rev. Daniels was also a veteran, who served his country in the United States Army.

     He is survived by his wife, Margaret Ann Daniels of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Dwayne (Connie) Daniels of Gainesville, GA, and Rev. Marlon (Michelle) Daniels of Norman Park, GA; four grandchildren, Alicia Daniels (Trey) Dyer, Alexis Daniels (Cory) Scott, Henry Daniels, and Marlie Daniels; one brother, Billy (Joy) Daniels of Columbus, GA; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Rev. Daniels was preceded in death by his daughter, Regina Ann Daniels; his parents, John Henry Lewis and Margaret Iona Roberts Daniels; two brothers, Henry Clifton Daniels and Roscoe Daniels; and one sister, Willie Mae Varnum.

    Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Light House Children's Home by visiting their website or Gideon's International at PO Box 140800, Nashville, TN, 37214.

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John Keith Parker     37

     Mr. John Keith Parker of Colquitt died Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at his residence.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 23, 2018, at Sheffield Funeral Chapel at 11:00 AM with Rev. Jimmy Walden officiating.

     Mr. Parker was a welder with J and J Millwright and was a member of Unity Church of God.

     He is survived by his wife, Lisa Parker of Cairo, GA; two sons, John Keith Parker, Jr. of Cairo, GA, and Dakota Moore of Cairo, GA; two daughters, Lauren Moore of Cairo, GA, and MyKayla Howell of Cairo, GA; mother, Debbie (Ray Scott) Parker of Iron City, GA; father, Terry (Rita Glass) Parker of Colquitt, GA; one sister, Jennifer Barber of Brinson, GA; one brother, Shawn (Heather) Parker of Lewistown, IL; and a number of nieces and nephews.

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Patty Meeks     80

     Mrs. Myrtice Vivian "Patty" Meeks of Colquitt died Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at Wynfield Park Health and Rehabilitation.  Graveside funeral services will be Saturday, June 16, 2018, at 10:00 AM at Gordon Cemetery with Pastor Bruce Gordon officiating.

     Mrs. Meeks was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church in Albany.

     She is survived by her cousins Bruce and Vicki Gordon of Sylvester, GA, and numerous other cousins.  Mrs. Meeks was preceded in death by her parents, James Roy and Yonnie Vivian Gordon Meeks.

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Jerry Clarence Grimsley  78

                                                  IN MEMORIAM OF JERRY C. GRIMSLEY

     Jerry Clarence Grimsley, a beloved member of this community, died at his home on Monday, June 11, 2018. Services were held at First Baptist Church, Colquitt, at 3:00 PM on Friday, June 15, 2018. Visitation was prior to the service at 1:00 P M. Dr. Carl Marshall and Dr. Calvin Arnold officiated. His eulogy was presented by Gerald Garland. The interment followed at Union Primitive Cemetery.
     Active pallbearers were Justin Grimsley, Rawls Grimsley, Joe Grimsley, Gregg Grimsley, Kevin Calhoun, and Randy Amundsen. Honorary pallbearers were members of his high school class of 1957, and the directors of Peoples South Bank: Ricky Stuckey, Sandra Womble, Sonny Grow, Ronnie Rentz, Joe Grimsley, Al Newton, Janna Cobb.
     Jerry Grimsley dedicated his life promoting U.S. peanuts. He was deeply involved with numerous industry associations in an effort to promote U.S. Peanuts worldwide.
     He was born in Miller County to Clarence E Grimsley and Julia Tassie Odom Grimsley on July 19, 1939. He was raised on his family’s farm on Grimsley Road. After his graduation from Miller County High School in 1957, he attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.
     In 1962, Jerry joined Farmers Fertilizer and Milling Company as Vice-President and Co-Owner with his father-in-law W. Hunter Rawls. He became President of “FFM” in 1974. Under his leadership, “FFM” grew from a small feed and fertilizer manufacturer to become an internationally recognized leader in the peanut shelling industry. “FFM’s” Quality Shelled Peanuts were among those preferred by many of the world’s peanut product manufacturers.
    Jerry was elected President of Southeastern Peanut Sheller’s Association and served in that capacity from 1975 to 1976 and served as the Association’s Chairman of the Board. He served as President of American Peanut Sheller’s Association from 1990 to 1991. Through the years, Jerry served as Chairman of numerous committees of Southeastern Peanut Sheller’s Association and the American Peanut Sheller’s Association including the Peanut Legislative Committee, Southeastern Rules and U.S. Grades Committee, Committee on Peanut Legislation and CCC Committee for three consecutive years. He was Chairman of the 1990 Convention Committee, the Bylaws and Planning Committee, among others.
     Jerry was elected as Chairman of the Board of the National Peanut Council, and from 1985 to 1987, he served as Chairman of the NPC Export Committee in Washington, DC. He also served as Chairman of that organization’s Peanut Handling Committee from 1979 to 1980, and again, from 1983 to 1984. He was a former Chairman of the Peanut Administrative Committee and a former Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Peanut Butter and Nut Processor’s Association of Potomac, Maryland. In 2000, Birdsong Peanuts purchased Farmer Fertilizer and Milling Company, and Jerry served as a consultant in the Southeast Division.
    Jerry received many awards and recognitions from having been a leader in the peanut industry. One, of which he was very proud, was his induction into the Hall of Fame of the American Peanut Sheller’s Association in August 2001.
     As the leader of “FFM”, he was loved and respected by his employees. He was successful in building a business in Colquitt that provided employment for many families and young people to begin and build a career that has lasted.
     On March 16, 1973, Peoples Bank, now Peoples South, was chartered. Jerry Grimsley was a founding director. He served for 45 years in this capacity, and in early 2018, he became director emeritus due to his declining health. During the years of his serving as director, the bank has grown from a small bank in Colquitt to twenty nine branches in Georgia, Alabama, and Florida.
     His bank partners and friends have described him as being not only wise, but one who strived to do what was right, just, and fair in his work. He had a deep understanding of the world around him, both physically and spiritually. He was blessed with the ability to make short term decisions to achieve long term goals. He was able to scrutinize details in business without losing site of the larger picture. He has also been described as a “man’s man” in that he: lived each day with courage, took pride in his work, finished what he started, did what had to be done, was tough, but fair, talked less but said more, and knew where to draw the line.
     Upon his retirement at “FFM”, he became the owner of the local golf course, which he named “Clydesdale Meadows”. He enjoyed his work there and the time that he could spend with his friends.  After leaving the golf course, he returned to his farm so that he could fish on Aycock Creek, have more time for travel on his motor home, and tinker with his antique car and tractor collections.
     Jerry Grimsley was known for his love and support of the Georgia Bulldogs. He always attended their games, until later years when it was better for him to watch games on the big screen at home with his sons and grandsons.
     He was a member of First Baptist Church, Colquitt. But, in his last years, he enjoyed the fellowship with his brother, Ray, and other members at his childhood church, Union Baptist.
     Jerry loved his family. He was proud of them and their commitment to serving the Lord. He felt a special bond with each one of them in his last days. He is survived by his sons and their wives, Gerry Grimsley and his wife Melissa, Scott Grimsley and his wife Janet; his grandchildren, Anna Grimsley Montgomery and her husband Caleb, Rawls Grimsley, Julia Grimsley, and Justin Grimsley; his brother, Ray Grimsley and his wife Georgia; the mother of his children, Jan Grimsley; his devoted companion and friend, Karen Hasty; a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Along with his family, he had Oscar, his Dachshund, and many friends, including his classmates of 1957, and others that he dearly loved.
     He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Tassie Grimsley; his brother, Larry Grimsley; his sister, Carolyn Amundsen.
     In his memory, contributions can be made to First Baptist Church, Colquitt, Colquitt Freewill Baptist Church, or Union Baptist Church, Donalsonville.
     Arrangements were provided by Colquitt Funeral Home.

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Geraldine J. Harrell  85

     Mrs Geraldine J. Harrell died Monday, May 28, 2018 at Bainbride Health and Rehab. Funeral servies will be Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Wendell Johnson, Vonn Johnson and Rev. Kent Barwick officiating. Interment will follow at Primitive Union Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 PM Thursday, May 31, 2018 at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs Harrell was a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. She was past Queen of Daughters of The Nile and past Matron of Bainbridge Chapter of Order of the Eastern Star.

     She is survived by two sons, Dennis (Addine) Harrell of Warwick, Ga. and Charles (Janet) Harrell of Thomasville, Ga. Five Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren.  Three Brothers, Vonn (Mary) Johnson of Jacksonville, Fl., Donald (Penny) Johnson of Byron, Ga., Wendell (Diane) Johnson of Lake City, Fl., two sisters, Frances Martin of Byron, Ga. and Suamone (Lowell) Takles of Thomasville, Ga. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Ozie Lee Gay Johnson, one sister, Ellene J. Fincher and one brother James Johnson.

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Roy Junior Burch     78

     Mr. Roy Junior Burch of Colquitt died Friday, May 18 2018, at his residence.  Funeral services will be Monday, May 21, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Flat Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Johns and Rev. Cory Thomas officiating.  Interment with Masonic Rites will follow in the church cemetery with Jameson Burch, Spencer Burch, Ray Taylor, Zac Taylor, Sam Stinson, Jacob Stinson, Justin Stinson, and Jaxon Gordon serving as pall bearers.  Visitation will be Sunday, May 20, 2018, at Colquitt Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00 PM.

     Mr. Burch was a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church where he previously served as chairman of the deacons, Sunday School Teacher, and on various committees. He was also a member of the the Albany Hasan Temple and the Walter C. Dancer Lodge #115. Mr. Burch retired from Georgia Pacific Paper Mill after 31 years as a welder. While employed with Georgia Pacific he received 13 certifications in welding techniques which included SMAW, GMAW/MIG, FCAW, and GTAW/TIG in welding processes.

     He is survived by two sons, James (Lisa) Burch of Blakely, GA, and Patrick (Kathy) Burch of Donalsonville, GA; three daughters, Susan (Sterling) Stinson of Colquitt, GA, Amy (Bruce) Taylor of Blakely, GA, and Becky (Thomas) Gordon of Colquitt, GA; ten grandchildren, Leanna (Tyler) Perryman, Jameson (Bethany) Burch, Spencer Burch, Justin Stinson, Sam (Kaylee) Stinson, Jacob Stinson, Ray (Julia) Taylor, Zac (Amber) Taylor, Rachel Burch, and Jaxon Gordon; ten great grandchildren; one sister, Linda Burch of Wewahitchka, FL; one niece, Bobbie Jo (Danny) Voyles, and one great niece Gabby Voyles.  Mr. Burch was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Burch.

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Margaret Elise Pickle     95

     Mrs. Margaret Elise Pickle of Colquitt died Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at her residence.  Funeral services will by Thursday, May 3, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Chad Cooper officiating.  Interment will be at Shepard Cemetery with Jeff Adkinson, Terry Pickle, Michael Crozier, Brian Pickle, Stacy Hutchins, Shelton Pickle, Austin Pickle, and Garrett Crozier serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be held immediately following the funeral service at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Pickle was a homemaker and a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church.

     She is survived by two sons, Jerry (Sue) Pickle and Charles (Pam) Pickle both of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Evelyn Davis of Colquitt, GA, and Dot Mlodzikowski of Thomasville, GA; eight grandchildren, Jeff (Amy) Adkinson, Terry (Kelli) Pickle, Tammy (Jimmy) Phillips, Stacy (Tony) Warren, Michael (Carrie) Crozier, Sherry (Stacy) Hutchins, Michele (Dave) Matthews, Brian (Hayden) Pickle; 13 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter.  Mrs. Pickle was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Sonny Boy Pickle. 

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Colquitt First Baptist Church Building Fund at 351 E. Pine Street, Colquitt, GA 39837 or Hospice of Southwest GA at 114A Mimosa Drive, Thomasville, GA 31792.

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Robert Lane Campbell     79

     Mr. Lane Campbell of Colquitt died Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at his residence.  A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 29, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church. 

     Mr. Campbell was born December 5, 1938 in Decatur County, GA to the late Idus and Alberta Campbell.  Educated in Decatur County schools and trained in aviation mechanics at Southwest Georgia Technical School.

     He was a member of Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church.  Survived by wife Jean, his son Glenn and wife Charla, grandchildren John Campbell and Mary Campbell Yohn and husband Derek, the William Fields Family, the Jennifer Fields Family, special friend Johnny Cofty, a brother and several cousins.  Preceded in death by his parents, son Gary, sister Mary Campbell Alday, brother Ben Campbell.

     Campbell served in the U.S. Army during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

     He last worked in aviation as an Aircraft Inspector.  Employed by Eastern Air Lines for 27 years, he retired to the family farm in 1992.

     His passion for machinery, western movies, the military and aviation defined him until his last day.

     In lieu of flowers please make donations to Fisher House Foundation at https://www.fisherhouse.org/ways-to-give or, Fisher House™ Foundation, Inc., 12300 Twinbrook Parkway #410, Rockville, MD 20852, (888) 294-8560

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William Fred Middleton     79

     Mr. William Fred Middleton of Colquitt died Friday, April 20, 2018, at his residence.  A graveside service wil be held Sunday, April 22, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Rev. Fletcher Sheffield officiating.  Visitation will be held Sunday, April 22, 2018, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Middleton was of the baptist faith and retired as Lab Manager from Donalsonville Hospital after 35 years.

     He is survived by his wife, Beverly Gordon Middleton of Colquitt, GA; three sons, Chris Middleton of Colquitt, GA, Kevin Middleton of Donalsonville, GA, and Brandy Middleton of Perry, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Mary Lee Granade    87

     Mrs. Mary Lee Granade of Colquitt died Friday, April 20, 2018, at her residence.  A graveside memorial service will be Saturday, April 28, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Newton Cranford officiating.. 

     Mrs. Granade was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and was a homemaker.

     She is survived by one son, Ferris (Marie) Granade, Sr. of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Frances (Lanny) Yeske of Forrest, VA, and Myra (Gary) Foster of Trussville, AL; 11 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; one sister, June Sandlin of Brinson, GA; and two brothers, Marvin Blevins of Brinson, GA, and Bobby Blevins of Colquitt, GA.  Mrs. Granade was preceded in death by her husband, Churchel Granade.

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Jay Lynn Johnson     81

     Mr. Lynn Johnson of Empire, LA, formerly of Colquitt, died Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at his son's residence in Louisiana.  Graveside funeral services will be Monday, April 9, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Rev. Wit Byram officiating.  Visitation will be Monday, April 9, 2018, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Johnson retired from Babcock Plantation as a cattleman and also worked as the Miller County Voter Registrar.  He was a member of the Colquitt Lions Club and the Miller County Soil Conservation Committee.

     He is survived by one son, Jeff (Gaby) Johnson of Buris, LA; one daughter, Debra (Thomas L.) Smith of Cairo, GA; and two grandchildren, Lawton (Lakitha) Smith and Hope (Bradley) Jones.  Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Johnson and one granddaughter, Marie Smith.

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Wanda Elaine Cross  72

     Mrs Wanda Elaine Cross of Donalsonville died Sunday, April 1, 2018 at her residence. Graveside Funeral services will be held Monday, April 2, 2018 at 3:00 PM at Friendship Cemetery in Donalsonville, Ga.  with Rev. Herman Enfinger officiating.

     Mrs Cross was retired after 37 years as a school bus driver for the Miller County school system.

     She is survived by one son, Brad (Tonya) Cross of Donalsonville, one daughter, Felicia "Sissy" (Bob) Brown of Blufton, Ga. Three grandchildren, Lexi Cross, Seth Cross  and Darian Cross. One brother,  Charles (Frances) North of Donalsonville and one sister in law, Betty North of Iron City. She was preceded in death by her parents, Spurgeon and Lois Jarvis North and two brothers, James North and Mike North.

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Larry Tiner     77

     Mr. Larry Tiner of Colquitt died Saturday, March 24, 2018, at Miller County Hospital.  A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 29, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Colquitt United Methodist Church with Rev. Rebecca Duke Barton and Rev. Cory Thomas officiating.  Honorary pall bearers will be members of the Miller County Senior Center and the Ris Bell, Jr. Sunday School Class.  Visitation will be Thursday, March 29, 2018, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt United Methodist Church.

     Mr. Tiner was a member of Colquitt United Methodist Church, Crooked Oak Golf Club, and the Miller County Senior Center.  He retired from the Jacksonville Times as a computer engineer.

     He is survived by one sister, Margie Elise Webb of Mason City, IL; four nieces, Rita (Terry Parker) Tyner Glass of Colquitt, GA, Tammy Tiner (David) Houston of Blakely, GA, Linda Lane (Kevin) Shiver of Columbus, GA, and Rose Ann Webb (Darin) Willis of Hopedale, IL; four nephews, Stan (Gwen) Tyner, Jr. of Donalsonville, GA, Harry Webb of Mason City, IL, Jerry (Nancy) Webb of Armington, Il, and Dr. Robert (Laura) Lane of Colquitt, GA; and many great nieces and nephews. Mr. Tiner was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Wright and Zemma Davis Tiner; and four brothers, Cosby Tyner, Louie Tyner, Stanley Tyner, and Bobby D. Tiner.

     In lieu of flowers, make donations to the Colquitt United Methodist Church Building Fund or the Miller County Senior Center.

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Charles Charlie Musgrove     76

     Mr. Charles Charlie Musgrove of Colquitt died Wednesday, March 21, 2018, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.  Funeral services will be Saturday, March 24, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Tony Mock and Deacon Jason Williams officiating.  Visitation will be Saturday, March 24, 2018, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Musgrove was of the Baptist faith and retired from the Miller County Road Department after 25 years of service.

     He is survived by his wife, Laura White Musgrove of Colquitt, GA; one son, Raymond Earl (TammySue) Musgrove of Baker County, GA; two daughters, Connie Ann Musgrove of Monticello, FL, and Patricia Leigh Musgrove of Jacksonville, FL; two step sons, Clay Brock of Bainbridge, GA, and Doug Brock of Colquitt, GA; one step daughter, Selena Tomlinson of Cairo, GA; four grandchildren, John Alexander West, Stephanie Kay Musgrove, Shelly Lynn Robinson, and Nevan Axel Brooks; four great grandchildren, Conner Ray Dugan, Annabelle Robinson, Jessie Nichole Musgrove, and Avery James Morris; six step grandchildren, Aaron Brock, Priscilla Brock, Caleb Brock, Alyssa Brock, Andrew Tomlinson, and Carson Tomlinson; one brother, Bo Musgrove of Colquitt, GA; and one sister, Louise Lovering of Colquitt, GA. One half brother,  Johnny Musgrove of Ozark, Al, two half sisters,  Carol Caldwell of Eufala, Al and Leyla Lowery of Pensacola, Fl.  Mr. Musgrove was preceded in death by his parents, John Sam and Cappie Musgrove; one sister, Deloris Musgrove; one brother, James Samuel Musgrove; and one grandson, Coty Musgrove.

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Steven Alan Craft     62

     Mr. Steven Alan Craft of Colquitt died Saturday, March 10, 2018, at Southeast Alabama Medical Center.  Mr. Craft's wishes were to be cremated.

     Mr. Craft was a fork lift driver with Birdsong Peanut Company in Colquitt.

     He is survived by his wife, Nancy Craft of Colquitt, GA; one son, Bubba Craft of Patmos, GA; two stepdaughters, Marie Kirkland of Dothan, AL, and Jessica Gowan of Blakely, GA; four grandchildren; his mother, Christine Craft of Patmos, GA; two brothers, Frank Craft of Dawsonville, GA, and Benson Craft of Patmos, GA; and one sister, Beth Williams of Savannah, GA.  Mr. Craft was preceded in death by his father, Reuben Craft.

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Merle Estelle Davis     89

     Mrs. Merle Davis of Colquitt died Monday, March 5, 2018, at Seminole Manor Nursing Home.  funeral services will be Thursday, March 8, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Cory Thomas officiating.  Interment will follow at Flat Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Rex Cook, Dole Cook, Jr., Vic Hill, Doug Lane, Mark Spooner, Allen Pearce, and Lanier Lane serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Thursday, March 8, 2018, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Merle had been a longtime resident of Miller County.  She taught school in the Miller County School System for 47 years.  She obtained her Associates Degree from Andrew College in Cuthbert, Georgia in 1947.  She completed her Bachelors Degree from Georgia State College for Women in Milledgeville, Georgia in 1957.

     After retirement, she enjoyed gardening and spending time with family and friends.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Colquitt, Georgia where she enjoyed spending time with her Sunday School Class.

     She was a member of the Donalsonville Garden Club, and the Georgia Retired Teacher's Association.

     She is survived by one daughter, Kaye (Glenn) Keebler of Panama City, FL; one grandson, Chad (Carol) Widner of Bainbridge, GA; two granddaughters, Kim Ryan of Jesup, GA, and Michele Natarajan of Charlotte, NC; and two great granddaughters, Lilah and Callie Widner.  Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Hunter Davis; one grandson, David Keebler; parents, Clay and Lila Russell Lane; three sisters; and three brothers.

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Mattie Audrey Dunn     97

     Mrs. Mattie Audrey Dunn of Colquitt died Sunday, February 25, 2018, at Miller Nursing Home.  funeral services will be Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Flat Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Cory Thomas, Rev. Robert Johns, Sam Dunn and Rev. Jeff Horne officiating.  Interment will follow at Flat Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Andy Dunn, Todd Dunn, Rev. Jeff Horne, Patrick Horne, Alex Dunn, and Rev. Jeremy Horne serving as active pall bearers.  Honorary pall bearers will be James Burch, Charles Brackin, Kenneth Enfinger, Jerry Mock, Billy Joe Newberry, and Tommy Phillips.  Visitation will be Tuesday, February 27, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Dunn was a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church and was a nurse with Miller Nursing Home for 17 years.

     She is survived by three sons, Sam (Marilyn) Dunn of Bainbridge, GA, Dwight (Jeanne) Dunn of Georgetown, GA, and Wayne Dunn of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Linda Dunn (Payton) Horne of Jakin, GA; 11 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 8 great-great grandchildren; and one sister, Willie Zell McCormick. 

     Mrs. Dunn was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew J. Dunn; one daughter, Norma Jean Dean; her parents, William Joseph and Willie Wessie Knight McCormick; two sisters, Mary Lou George and Wessie Mae Bush; and one brother, Willard J. McCormick.

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Edith Laverne Richardson     81

     Mrs. Edith Laverne Richardson of Brinson died Thursday, February 22, 2018, at her residence.  Funeral services will be Saturday, February 24, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Bellview Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Jimmy Whitaker officiating.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Matthew Queen, Andy Richardson, Tim Cook, Aaron Kent, Jose Ramirez and Jeremy Weeks serving as active pallbearers..  Visitation will be Friday, February 23, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Richardson was a member of Colquitt Church of God and was a homemaker.

     She is survived by three sons, Lester H. (Gladys Marie) Richardson of Thomasville, GA, Franklin (Norma) Richardson of Colquitt, GA, and Michael Paul (Judy) Richardson of Camilla, GA; three daughters, Nancy Richardson of Camilla, GA, Patricia Phillips of Brinson, GA, and Teressa (Bobby) Ellison of Brinson, GA; 24 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; three sisters, Amy (Randy) Spooner of Colquitt, GA; Gloria Jean (Ronald) Mancil of Colquitt, GA, and Sara Mott of Bainbridge, GA; and one brother, Alvin Harden of Albany, GA.  Mrs. Richardson was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Hayward Richardson; three sons, Donald Richardson, Billy Ray Richardson, and Tony Richardson; and one daughter, Sandra Ramirez. 

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Linda Diane Smith     67

     Ms. Linda Diane Smith of Colquitt died Saturday, February 10, 2018, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 13, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Bobby Whitaker officiating.  Interment will follow at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.  Visitation will be Tuesday, February 13, 2018, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Ms. Smith was a member of Thompson Free Will Baptist Church.

     She is survived by one sister, Annie Pearl Lunsford of Albany, GA; and a number of nieces and nephews.  Ms. Smith was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Ruby Lovering Smith, one brother and two sisters.

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Oliver Donald Cook     84

     Mr. Oliver Donald Cook of Colquitt died Saturday, February 10, 2018, at his residence.  Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 14, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Cook's Union United Methodist Church with Rev. Gary Morris and Rev. Mike Brown officiating. Interment will follow in Cook's Cemetery.  Visitation will be Tuesday, February 13, 2018, from 7:00-9:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Cook was a charter member of Cook's Union United Methodist Church and retired from the Department of Defense.

     He is survived by two daughters, Donna (Jim) Malone of Hillsdale, WY, and Kay Rogers of Bainbridge, GA; seven grandchildren, Adam (Evelyn) Bass, Erin (David) Gaillard, Lorin Groff, April Sammons, Tommy Rogers, Janet Fitzgerald, and Amy (David) Mitcham; 13 great grandchildren; three brothers, Larry Cook of Port St. Joe, FL, Richard (Pat) Cook of Colquitt, GA, and Gene (Gail) Cook of Donalsonville, GA; one sister, Irene (Joe) Bush of Blakely, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews.  Mr. Cook was preceded in death by his parents, James Seabe and Sarah Oliver Cook; his wife, Janice Williams Cook; and two daughters, Janet Cook and Cindy Gould.

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George Howard "Buster" Joiner, Jr.

     Mr. George "Buster" Joiner, Jr., died Sunday, February 4, 2018, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.  Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Dennis Jones, Griffin Attaberry, and Wes Baldwin officiating.  Interment will be Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Leesburg Cemetery in Leesburg, GA, with Braxton Jones, Jeb Forrest Jones, WC Yates, Hubert Stafford, Craig Huntley, Mitchell Comerford, and Rory Attaberry serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Wednesday, February 7, 2018, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Joiner was a member of Bainbridge Church of Christ. He graduated from UGA in 1961 with honors, was a member of the Army National Guard, and owner of Georgia Music Service.

     He is survived by his wife, Mary C. Joiner of Colquitt, GA; one son, George E. (Jo Ann) Joiner of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Karen (Dennis) Jones of Ellaville, GA, and Kimberly (Griffin) Attaberry of Monticello, GA; five grandchildren, Braxton Jones, Jeb Forrest Jones, Rebecca Joiner, Rachel Joiner, and Rory Attaberry; and two brothers, Frank (Carolyn) Joiner of Americus, GA, and Lee Joiner of Americus, GA.  Mr. Joiner was preceded in death by his parents, George Howard and Sara Cannon Joiner, Sr., and one brother, Jerry Joiner.

     Flowers will be accepted or make donations to the American Heart Association or the National Kidney Foundation.

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Easton Reed Lovering

     Easton Reed Lovering died Friday, February 2, 2018, at Archbold Memorial Hospital.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 6, 2018, at 10:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Wayne Sheffield and Rev. Chad Cooper officiating.  Interment will follow at Kelley Cemetery.

     Easton is survived by his parents, Les and Cindy Lovering of Colquitt, GA; maternal grandparents, W.C. and Joyce Franklin of Colquitt, GA; maternal great grandmother, Grace Whittaker of Donalsonville, GA; paternal grandmothers, Mary Nell Lovering of Colquitt, GA, and Vonnie Lovering of Colquitt, GA; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his maternal great grandparents, Cecil and Margaret Franklin; maternal great grandfather, George "Babe" Whittaker; paternal grandfather, Glen Lovering; and paternal great grandparents, Lester and Jeanette Kelley and Idus and Lizzie B. Lovering.

     In lieu of flowers, make donations to Colquitt First Baptist Church Building Fund or Colquitt First Baptist Church Youth Department at 351 East Pine Street, Colquitt, GA, 39837.

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Deanna Renee Wood

     Ms Deanna Woods of Auburndale, Fl., died January 30, 2018 at her residence. A private service will be held by her family Saturday, February  3, 2018 at Colquitt Funeral Home. Interment will be t Harmony Cemetery.

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Ouida Lavond Wells     75

     Mrs. Ouida Wells of Donalsonville died Thursday, February 1, 2018, at Seminole Manor.   Funeral services will be Sunday, February 4, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. James Scarborough officiating.  Interment will follow at Roberts Cemetery.

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Diane Eubanks Cook     67

     Mrs. Diane Eubanks Cook of Colquitt died Wednesday, January 31, 2018, at Miller County Hospital.  Graveside funeral services will be Saturday, February 3, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Cook's Cemetery with Rev. Fletcher Sheffield officiating.  Visitation will be Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Cook was a homemaker and a member of Cook's Union Methodist Church.

     She is survived by her husband, Terry Cook of Colquitt, GA; three sons, Terry Ian Cook of Reno, GA, William Seth Cook of Colquitt, GA, and Brian Thomas (Kathy) Cook of Colquitt, GA; four grandchildren, Sethany Cook, Gabriel Cook, Kian Cook, and Lianna Cook; one sister,  Peggye (Fred) Eubanks Harris of Tallahassee, FL; and several nieces and nephews.  Mrs. Cook was preceded in death by her parents, Bobby and Carolyn Thomas Eubanks, and one brother.

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Hilda Jones Grow     76

     Mrs. Hilda Jones Grow of Colquitt died Thursday, January 25, 2018, at her residence.  Funeral services will be Sunday, January 28, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Colquitt United Methodist Church with Rev. Rebecca Duke-Barton officiating.  Walter Hayes, Joe Grimsley, Ronnie Rentz, Ricky Stuckey, Bill Grow, Jr., and Dr. Parker Grow eill serve as active pall bearers.  Honorary pall bearers will be Andy Spooner, James Fudge, Greg Calhoun, and Marty Tabb.  Visitation will be Sunday, January 28, 2018, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt United Methodist Church.

     Mrs. Grow was a member of Colquitt United Methodist Church where she was an active member of the Sisters in Spirit Sunday School Class. She was a member of the Colquitt Garden Club, a charter member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, and president of the Deep South Bulldog Club.

     Mrs. Grow is survived by her husband, Charles E. Grow, Jr. of Colquitt, GA; one son, Hilton Grow of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Julianne (Robert) Glisson of Savannah, GA; three grandchildren, Danielle Grow, Annabelle Glisson, and Shane Ross Glisson; one great grandchild, Sabella Phillips; and two sisters, Nelda Owens, of Albany, GA, and Jane Miller of Attapulgus, GA.  She was preceded in death by two sons, Michael Grow and Shane Grow;  her parents, Hilton Orie and Annie Lane Jones; and two sisters, Linda Jones and Bebe Ann Gold.

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Curtis Chapman

     Mr Curtis Chapman died Tuesday, January  23, 2018 in Thomasville.  A Graveside Funeral Service will be held Friday, January 26, 2018 at 4:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery.

     Full obit is pending.

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Lawrence Hill Moore     94

     Mr. Hill Moore of Colquitt died Wednesday, January 17, 2018, at Miller County Hospital.  Funeral services will be Saturday, January 20, 2018, at 10:00 AM at Colquitt First Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Cooper and Rev. Stanley Phillips officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery with Phillip Moore, Danny Moore, Isaac Moore, Lawson Bost, Noah Kough, and Bryce McGuire serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Friday, January 19, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Hill was a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He was a member of the Gerald Grow Post #165 American Legion and retired from AT&T.

     He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Grace M. Moore of Colquitt, GA; three sons, Tommy (Sandra) Moore of Colquitt, GA, Warren (Mary Faye) Moore of Newnan, GA, and David (Derinda) Moore of Powder Springs, GA; one nephew, Charles Singleton of Waldorf MD; six grandchildren, Philip (Amber) Moore, Danny (Laci) Moore, Jessica (Lawson) Bost, Isaac (Sarah) Moore, Kristen (Noah) Kough, and Ashley Moore; 11 great grandchildren; three sisters, Virginia Ashley of Blairxville, GA, Jean Edwards of Jacksonville, FL, and Margaret (Fred) Bailey of Powder Springs, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Moore was preceded in death by two nieces, Marie Humphrey and Joan Lodge.

     In lieu of flowers make donations to Colquitt First Baptist Buidling Fund or Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.

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Walter Clifton (Tubby) Dancer     75

     Mr. Tubby Dancer of Colquitt died Thursday, January 11, 2018, at Southeast Alabama Medical Center.  Funeral services will be Saturday, January 13, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Colquitt First Baptist Church Chapel with Rev. Chad Cooper and Adam Bush officiating.  Interment will follow in the Colquitt City Cemetery with Adam Bush, Hilton Lane, Kevin Warren, Will Fain, John Godwin, and Darren Dolan serving as pall bearers.  Visitation will be Saturday, January 13, 2018, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt First Baptist Church Chapel.

     Mr. Dancer was a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church where he was a member of the choir.  He retired from Damascus Peanut Company.

     He is survived by his wife, Patricia Baxley Dancer of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Jeff (Shea) Dancer of Leesburg, GA, and Brad Dancer of Colquitt, GA; two grandchildren, Joy Dancer and Walt Dancer; and two sisters, Dianne Johnson of Jakin, GA, and Dottie Chandler of Donalsonville, GA.  Mr. Dancer was preceded in death by his wife, Joy Lane Dancer; one son, Lane Dancer; and his parents, Walter L. and Eleanor Pruitt Dancer.

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Sarah Anita Cook     63

     On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the gates of Heaven opened wide and through them Sara Cross Cook entered into the House of her Lord and Savior forever.  In the blink of an eye, Sara was standing on streets of gold and rejoicing in the long-awaited reunion with her daughter, Jill.

      Sara was born September 15, 1954, to the late Jiley Mack Cross, Sr. and April Christine Smith Cross.  She attended school in Miller County and in June 1973 she married the love of her life, Roger Willis Cook.  In 1974 Sara and Roger welcomed their only child, Stephanie "Jill" Cook, whom they lost tragically in April 1993.  Every day since losing Jill, Sara mourned for her and now she has finally been granted her wish of seeing her again.  This grand reunion gives Sara's family comfort in knowing that just next week on January 16, Sara will be able to once again celebrate Jill's birthday with her in Heaven.

     Sara was a dedicated employee at Wilkin's IGA for 38 years before retiring from her management position, although she was probably best known for all those she touched through their bellies with her famous and delicious Mayhaw Jelly.

      Sara was a loyal, kind and generous soul, full of love and compassion.  Her motto was "be nice".  She had a servant's heart and was always willing to help others in their time of need, offering encouraging words and prayer.  Sara enjoyed being surrounded by her large family and hosting gatherings in the home she shared with Roger and spending time with friends, often travelling with Roger to meet up for vacations together several times a year.  Sara took pride in her home and was dedicated to making sure her yards looked perfect and could often be seen working outside raking leaves or planting flowers.  But, above all else, the thing Sara cherished most was being "SaySay" and taking care of her great niece, MereJo Foster.  MereJo was a joyful blessing for Sara.  They were the best of friends and spent their days playing and learning, singing and dancing, buying new toys, giving Roger a hard time and chasing Rascal.  Sara was an active volunteer at MereJo's school, New Beginning Children's Learning Center, where she was always willing to help decorate, host holiday parties or anything she could do to help with MereJo's class.

      Sara was a member of Cook's Union Methodist Church and loved her church family, often inviting her family and friends to church functions.  Sara never missed an opportunity to tell others the importance of getting their lives right with God so that they could spend eternity together.  She was a witness for Christ and his love for everyone despite their faults and her wish was for everyone she loved to be able to be in Heaven together one day.  Sara was a bright light in her family and in this world and will always be remembered for taking care of those around her and loving them deeply and unconditionally.

     Those left to remember Sara are her husband and soulmate, Roger Cook; brothers Louie Cross, Wendell Cross, both of Donalsonville and Robin Cross of Whites Creek, Tennessee; sisters Faye Rutledge and Jackie Alday, both of Donalsonville; sister-in-law Merlene Willis of Thomasville; brother-in-love Ronnie Shiver and sister-in-love Elaine Cross, both of Donalsonville; numerous nieces and nephews, including two very special great-nieces Erica Jill Logan Saye who carries on the name of her daughter and Hattie Harrison who was born on her daughter's birthday.  Sara had a great love and affection for Erica and Hattie because of their connection with Jill.  Also, her three very special great nephews, Cody Mack Cross and Julian Mack Harrison of whom she was very fond because they were carrying on the family name "Mack", just as her grandfather, father and brother; and her beloved God Son, Jacob Cole Porter.  Sara also leaves to cherish her memory the "Forrest Girls", Rannie, Rachel, Reva and Riley Ann, and their mother and Sara's long time and very special friend, Sharon Forrest.

     Other than her daughter and parents, Sara was predeceased by her brother, J.M. Cross, and her sister, Mabel Cross Shiver.

      A Celebration of Life Service for Sara is scheduled for Saturday, January 13, 2018, at 3:00pm, at Cook's Union Methodist Church, with visitation prior to the service from 1:00pm until 3:00pm, also at Cook's Union.  Pallbearers will be Ronnie Shiver, Mike Thomas, Tom Foster, Bill Willis, Ray Johnson, Mike Colgan, Brad Cross and Dale Cross.  Cook's Union is located at 2271 Bellview Road, Colquitt, Georgia 39837.

     In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to Cook's Union Methodist Church, c/o Sheila Williams, 1219 Highway 91 North, Colquitt, Georgia 39837.

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Jewell June Chambers     87

     Mrs. Jewell Chambers of Eatonton, GA, formerly of Colquitt, died Monday, January 8, 2018, at her residence.  Funeral services will be Friday, January 12, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel.  Visitation will be Friday, January 12, 2018, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at New Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.

     Mrs. Chambers was a homemaker.

     She is survived by one son, Darrell (Dianne) Chambers of West Point, GA; two daughters, Peggy (Bud) Allen of Greensboro, GA, and Susan (Buddy) Mayzes of Eatonton, GA; four grandchildren, Cindy (Brian) Hall, Amber (Jeramy) Jackson, Andrew Streyer, and Elliott Streyer; five great grandchildren; one sister, Nellie Lane of Iron City, GA; two brothers, J.E. Roland of Bainbridge, GA, and Jerry (Cheryl) Roland of Colquitt, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews.  Mrs. Chambers was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas Chambers.

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 Wilma McLendon     100

     Mrs. Wilma McLendon of Donalsonville died Monday, January 8, 2018, at Seminole Manor.  Graveside funeral services will be Thursday, January 11, 2018, at 2:00 PM at New Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. James Scarborough officiating.  Visitation will be Thursday, January 11, 2018, from 1:00-2:00 PM at New Home Free Will Baptist Church.

     Mrs. McLendon is survived by one brother, Thomas Arnold Chambers of NM; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Sapp Chambers of Jacksonville, FL; and a number of nieces and nephews.  Mrs. McLendon was preceded in death by two husbands, Willie Reeves and Joe Lane McLendon; six brothers, Henry, Green, John, James, Harold, and Marion; and three sisters, Cora, Nettie, and Carrie Mae.

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George Alton Boyd  92

     Mr. Alton Boyd of Sylvester, Georgia, formerly of Colquitt, died Sunday, January 7, 2018, at his residence in Sylvester.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Danny Story and Rev. Chad Cooper officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00-3:00 PM Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at Colquitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow at the Colquitt City Cemetery with Terry Pickle, Clint Grimes, Scott Henderson, Ricky Brents, Freddie Rentz, and Mike Boyd serving as pall bearers.

     Mr. Boyd was a retired farmer, a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Sylvester, GA, and a former member of Colquitt First Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon for many years. He was also a member of the Gerald Grow Post #119 American Legion.

     He is survived by his wife, Betty Jo Boyd of Sylvester, GA; one son, Al (Karon) Boyd of Sylvester, GA; two grandchildren, Alissa (Billy) Doering and John-Michael Boyd; three brothers, Marvin (Laverne) Boyd of Colquitt, GA, Jack (Marjean) Boyd of Thomasville, GA, and Roy (Gail) Boyd of Waycross, GA; one sister,  Alice Lane of Colquitt, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Seaborn and Alice Everson Boyd and one brother Emory Boyd.

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Crissandra Bowen  57

     Ms Crissandra Bowen of Bainbridge died Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at Memorial Manor Nursing Home in Bainbridge.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 13, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church.

     She is survived by one son, Cyle Bowen of Bainbridge, GA;  her father, Gordon Barwick of Fort Walton Beach, FL; three brothers, Rev. Kent Barwick of Colquitt,GA,  Lee Barwick of Tallahassee, FL, and David Barwick of Bainbridge, GA;  and one sister, Susanne Botts of Bainbridge, GA.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Sue Watson.

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    Marvin Eugene Kelley 81

     Mr. Marvin E. Kelley of Colquitt died Thursday, April 2, 2015, at Southeast Alabama Medical Center. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 4, 2015, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Tony Mock and Rev. Gary Morris officiating. Interment will follow at Kelley Cemetery with Phillip Brooks, Dole Cook, Jr., Stanley Cook, Jimmy Haywood, Tommy Hunter, Bruce Kelley, Reggie Kelley and John Williams, Jr.  serving as pall bearers. Visitation will be Saturday, April 4, 2015, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Kelley was of the baptist faith and served his country in the US Army.  He was born August 30, 1933, to Rufus Aubrey and Rosa Lee Wells Kelley in Miller County. After living in Columbus for many years, Mr. Marvin returned to the home place in 1969 to raise his family. He spent many years farming, raising hogs, cows, and chickens. He loved the land,  fishing, hunting, and camping. He was an avid reader and  crossword enthusiast, rising every morning to work a puzzle while drinking his coffee. He loved his family and enjoyed entertaining them with hilarious stories from his past. Mr. Marvin spent many weeks in Parrot, GA, filming scenes for The Long Riders in which he played several scenes as an extra. He later played an extra for the movie, The Time for Miracles which was filmed in Westville, GA. He was a benefactor of the NRA and a member of the Sons of Confederacy. Mr. Marvin loved his southern heritage and spent the last 60 years trying to hide the fact that he married a yankee.

     He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lenore Huston Kelley of Colquitt, GA; three sons, Kevin (Cindy) Kelley of Bainbridge, GA, Danny (Nina) Kelley of Ochlocknee, GA, Brian (Sherrie) Kelley of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Kim (Bo) Haywood of Colquitt, GA, Lee Anne (Danny) Sheffield of Colquitt, GA; 13 grandchildren, Travis Kelley, Melissa Haywood Cleveland, Michael Haywood, Brandon Kelley, Jeremy (Leah) Kelley, Mandy Kelley (Michael) Griffin, Scott Kelley, Shay Glover, Zach Kelley, Samuel Sheffield, Matthew Brooks, William Brooks, and Danielle Sheffield; eight great grandchildren, Krislyn, Konnor, and Kenslee Kelley, Matthew, Seth, and Hayes Cleveland, Ridge Haywood, and Scarlett Kelley; his beloved dog, Maggie; two sisters, Bernice Walden of Columbus, GA, and Pat "Tricia" (Larry) Holzknecht of Colquitt, GA; and a large number of nieces and nephews.

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