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.

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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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Hayward Lamar Houston     76

     Mr. Hayward Lamar Houston of Blakely died Monday, May 3, 2021, at South East Health. Funeral services will be Friday, May 7, 2021, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. John Calhoun officiating. Visitation will be Friday, May 7, 2021, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Blakely City Cemetery with Gabe Pugh, Ryan Kennedy, Ronnie McDonald, Trip McDonald, Joe Edwards and Obie Pittman serving as pall bearers.

     Mr. Houston was a member of South Mt. Zion Church of God and was self employed in lawn maintenance.

     He is survived by his wife, Wanda Houston of Blakely, GA; one step son, William (Pam) Kennedy of Sylvester, GA; one daughter-in-law, Charlotte Kennedy of Blakely, GA; six grandchildren, Brandon Kennedy, Brittany Edwards, Brianna Kennedy, Cory Kennedy, Kenley Kennedy, and Ryan Kennedy; six great grandchildren, Elijah Spriggle, Everleigh Kennedy, Joseph Edwards, Jace Edwards, Declan Kennedy and Rileigh Kennedy; and one sister, Martha Ellen (Phillip) Price of Byron, GA.  Mr. Houston was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Laverne Pyle Houston; and one step son, Kenneth Wade Kennedy.

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Barbara Joyce Sheffield     78

     Mrs. Joyce Sheffield of Colquitt died Friday, April 30, 2021, at Tallahassee Memory Care. Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at 11:00 AM at Cook's Cemetery with Rev. Charlie Boyd officiating.

     Mrs. Sheffield was a member of Cook's Union United Methodist Church and as secretary at Miller County High School.

     She is survived by her husband, Arthur Ronald "Ronnie" Sheffield of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Lee (Richard) Calhoun of Crawfordville, FL; two grandchildren, Julia (Juan) Jimenez and James Calhoun; and two brothers, Horace Worsley and David Worsley, both of Colquitt, GA.  Mrs. Sheffield was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Amanda Caddis Worsley; one sister, Alice Jane Berrioes; and one brother, Lon Worsley.

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Vada Vinson Griffin     90

     Mrs. Vada Vinson Griffin of Damascus died Saturday, May 1, 2021, at her residence. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Scott Stanfill officiating. There will be private family burial at Colquitt City Cemetery.

     Mrs. Griffin was a homemaker, a wonderful cook and artistically talanted and was a member of Harmony Methodist until their memberships were moved to Colquitt United Methodist Church. She also enjoyed attending nearby Macedonia Free Will Baptist Church in her later years where she was able to drive to by herself.

     She is survived by one daughter, Ann (John) Peters of Albany, GA; three grandchildren, John Andrew (Lesley) Peters of Atlanta, GA, Wendi (Brian) Donley of Colquitt, GA, and Matthew Griffin of Colquitt, GA; four great grandchildren, John Morgan Peters, Vada Caroline Peters, Emma Grace Donley, and Jack Griffin Donley; and one daughter-in-law, Wanda Griffin of Colquitt, GA.  Mrs. Griffin was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Claude Griffin; one son, Steve Griffin; parents, George and Callie Harrell Vinson; and one brother, Leonard Vinson.

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  Roger Kiplin "Kip" Glass     57

     Mr. Roger Kiplin "Kip" Glass died Monday, April 26, 2021, at Miller County Emergency Room. A memorial service will be held Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Colquitt First Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Cooper and Rev. Mark Worsley officiating.  Family will receive friends immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Colquitt First Baptist Church at, 351 East Pine Street, Colquitt, Ga., 39837.

     Mr. Glass was a member of First Baptist Church and worked as a Supervisor at Patchogue Plymouth in Bainbridge, GA. Kip was a great mechanic and small engine repairman. He was an avid sport fan, loved all things Georgia, Bulldogs, Braves, and Falcons, and loved his church family at First Baptist Church.

     He is survived by one son, Cameron (Ashli) Glass of Donalsonville, GA; two grandchildren, Luna and Jana; two sisters, Crystal (Eric) Gaulden of Donalsonville, GA and Renee Wilkerson of Swainsboro, GA; one brother, Terry Glass of Oshkosh, WI; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his best friend, Bryan and Karla Cloninger of Colquitt, GA.  Kip was preceded in death by his parents, William and Bobbye Wood Glass; three brothers, Billy Glass, Ricky Glass, and Gary Glass; and one nephew, Lee Middleton.

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Christine Tully Harrison     97

     Mrs. Christine Tully Harrison of Marietta, GA died Monday, April 26, 2021 in Kennesaw, GA. Graveside funeral services will be held Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Mother's Home Cemetery.

     Mrs. Harrison was a homemaker, military wife, and worked as a manager for Macy's. She was of Baptist faith.

     She is survived by two daughters, Gloria (Jim) Lotz of Marietta, GA and Phyllis (Larry) Harwood of Sumter, NC; five grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and one brother, Glen Tully of Colquitt, GA.

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Kathleen Sheffield Cook

Kathleen S. Cook, age 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 23, 2021, at Seminole Manor Nursing Home in Donalsonville surrounded by her loving family. She went to be with the Lord after a brief battle with lung cancer. Kat was born December 2, 1930, to Charlie C. and Susie Belle Ritchie Sheffield, one of six children who are all deceased. She was a life-long resident of Miller County from Mayhaw to Brooks’ Still. Graduating in 1948 from MCHS, she worked as a bookkeeper at Citizen’s Bank, The Carousel, and Fre-Jan’s. She married Henry Earl Cook in 1950 and the couple welcomed four children into their family.

Their children include:

Kathy C. Bennett and Chandler. Her children, Jay and Trena Kimbrel, his children Cody and Kate Lovin, Callie Kimbrel, Jack Kimbrel and stepson Wilder Etheridge. Michael and Jenny K. Adcock, her children Jameson and Bethany Burch and Bryson, Becky Cobb and Rhett, Betsy Bodrey, and Buck Bodrey. Jo Kathleen Kimbrel.

Henry E. Cook, Jr. and Charlotte. His daughter Hannah Birdsong and her children Lanie Birdsong and Coulter Birdsong. His son Henry E. Cook, III (deceased) and step-son Dylan Cox. Their son Wil Cook.

Cheryl C. Bridges and Paul. Their children Tripp and Katie Bridges and Lanier, Drew and Meagan Bridges, Andy, Amelia, Austin, and Ace. Ben Bridges

Michael A. Cook and Peggy. His daughter Analeigh Cook.

Kathleen was a fun-loving, light-hearted crackerjack that most people liked to be around. She said what she thought and rarely apologized. Laughter and smiles accompanied her wherever she went. She greatly loved her graduating class and mentioned them frequently in her tales. She loved Comer Williamson, a former preacher at FBC until Carl Marshall arrived. She was already at Seminole Manor when our new preacher came to town, so she adopted Scott Messer and his lively singers at the Manor. Jo Bush was the best Sunday School teacher ever, she would say. She became the cheerleader at SMNH and kept the hallway hot with her wheelchair. “Cookie,” as they dubbed her there, made the rounds with some of the nurses and shared treats and hugs with other residents. Encouraging others to exercise, do crafts and games, sing, and get out of bed made her a popular resident. Residents’ and Staff’s heartfelt response at her passing illustrated how Kat’s time at SMNH left a lasting, positive impact.

A Celebration of Her Life will be Sunday, 4/25 at 3:00 pm with visitation at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church of Colquitt. Her husband Buck also died on 4/23 and was buried on 4/25.

Most who knew Kathleen knew she was an Elvis fan. A slideshow of her life will be shown to Elvis Gospel Music during the visitation. Pallbearers will be grandsons, G.J. Kimbrel, IV, Paul L. Bridges, III, Andrew R. Bridges, Benjamin H.T. Bridges, and William H. Cook, with a Red Bird Memorial left to honor Hank’s son who died tragically in 2008.

St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Swamp Gravy (CMAC), and Seminole Manor are places Kat would love to see her memory honored, but flowers will be accepted.

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James McDonald   23

James McDonald, 23 years old, passed away suddenly on April 19, 2021 in Lake City, Florida. He began his life in Ponce De Leon, Florida on September 10th, 1997 and was brought up by his loving parents, Stacy Chambers and Tommy McDonald. He moved to Georgia at the age of three, where he spent the rest of his childhood growing up with his two brothers, Allen and Tanner. James fell in love with fishing and hunting at an early age and that love only grew with time. He attended Miller County High School and when he was 14 years old, he started logging with his dad. Later, he went on to become a part of the construction and welding industries. James could not meet a stranger and you could not meet a more loving person than him. He had the most beautiful smile. There is not a person that he would not have given the shirt off his back to help. One of the other loves in his life was his dog, Sadie. His favorite scripture was one that stuck with him, Philippians 4:13 “I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me”. For those that he had to leave behind, the world is much a dimmer place without him.

James leaves a loving and devoted family to cherish his memory. His parents, Stacy Chambers (Chris) and Tommy McDonald (Carla); brothers, Allen and Tanner; On his maternal side, he is also survived by his grandparents, Wanda and Keith Lawrence; Aunt, Debbie Brown-Graves (Paul), Uncle, Steve Brown (Brandy), cousins, Courtney Currid (Jordy); Jordan Dahnke (Royce), Lillian and Jasmine Brown along with Collin and Calvin Currid. He also is survived by his older sister, Bethany Gorman (Jeff) and nephew, Payton. On his paternal side, he is also survived by his grandparents, Don and Judy McDonald; his aunt, Tina McKenzie (Randy), his aunt, Sandy Gates (Mike) along with many cousins. He also left behind numerous friends.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Steve Brown; his grandmother, Peggy McDonald; his great-grandfather, Calvin Garrett and great-grandmother Ruth Garrett; as well as his great-grandfather, O.C. Brown and great grandmother, Sarah Curtis Brown.

A time of Visitation will be held on Monday, April 26th, 2021 from 11am to 12pm, at Colquitt Funeral Home with Pastor Stanley Phillips officiating. He will be laid to rest at Friendship Baptist in DeFuniak Springs.  If you are purchasing flowers, please purchase wildflowers in memory of his time as our wild child. Elaine’s Colquitt Florist- (229) 758-5807 per family request.

In appreciation, we the family wish to express immense gratitude for your support in our time of sorrow.  



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Dr. William "Billy" I. Sheffield     95

     Dr. William "Billy" I. Sheffield of Roswell, GA, passed away on April 17, 2021, at Heritage Hospice in Marietta, GA. The family will receive visitors at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors on April 20, 2021, from 1:00-3:00 PM and 5:00-7:00 PM. There will be a private burial at a later time. Visitation at Colquitt Funeral Home will be Wednesday, April 21, 2021, from 4:00-6:00 PM.

     Dr. Sheffield was born in Miller County on March 25, 1926. Dr. Sheffield served in the Navy and was stationed on the USS Cowpens during WWII. He served in the Army Quartermaster Corp. during Korea. Dr. Sheffield loved to garden, walk and socialize and is known by many as the "old man that walked 5 miles a day." It wasn't uncommon to see cars stop on the side of the road, offering him a ride home. He would just wave his t-shirt and keep on walking. Dr. Sheffield was principal of W.F. Slaton Elementary in Atlanta, GA. He sold real estate for Nelson Realty in the summers.

     Dr. Sheffield is survived by his children, Martha Harris of Roswell, GA; Susan (Ralph) McGillvary of Ohio; grandchildren, Joseph (Alyssa) Harris, Jacob, Cody (Kirsti) and Alexander (Tiffany) McGillvary; four great grandchildren, Alexa, Aiden, Maxwell, and Madeline; and his sister, Rebecca (Jim) McBrayer of Rome, GA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Jane Williford Sheffield; an infant daughter; and his parents, Steve and Christine Stanton Sheffield.

     The family would like to extend their appreciation to all the friends and family who have sent their thoughts and prayers. A special thank you to those at Saint Joseph's Hospital, Dr. Gina Lundberg and her staff, Kadan Home Health Care and Heritage Hospice for the compassion and care given to Dr. Sheffield. A very special thank you to Isioma Nwabuze for her loving care of Daddy, her patience, and joy at being with him.

     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the Heart Association.

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Thomas Glenn Collins     66

     Mr. Thomas Glenn Collins of Colquitt died Sunday, April 18, 2021, in Thomasville. Graveside funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at 4:00 PM in the Colquitt City Cemetery with Rev. Chad Cooper officiating.

     Mr. Collins was self employed in lawn mower repair and was a 1974 graduate of Miller County High School.

     He is survived by his father, Thurman Collins of Colquitt, GA; one sister, Angie (Ken) Kisfalusi of Colquitt, GA; one niece, Hope Starling of St. Petersburg, FL; and one uncle, Kenneth Bryson of Seaford, DE.  Mr. Collins was preceded in death by his mother, Anita Collins.

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Ada Geer McConnell Scruggs Beamon

     Ada Geer McConnell Scruggs Beamon passed away peacefully at her home in Marietta, Georgia on Thursday, April 15, 2021, with her son Garret and Her niece Carol at her side and her faithful dog Kate at her feet. She is preceded in death by her husband William Beamon III, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Zack Geer, Sr., and her brother Peter Zack Geer, Jr.

     She is survived by her son Garret Geer, her niece Carol Geer Freitas, Great niece Melanie Freitas and her daughter Mahealani, her nephew Zack Geer, III and his sons, Zack and Harrison. She is also survived by several loving cousins and one aunt, Mrs. Nell Geer.

     She was educated in the public schools of Miller County, Georgia. Ada attended Mercer University for one year; she then attended Florida State University where she graduated witha BA in English. Later education at Georgia State University included a Masters in English Eduction and a T-6 degree in Library Science.

     Ada taught school for most of her career at Roswell High School, retiring after 30 years as an educator. Later in life Ada developed a love of flowering shrubs and annuals. As she was able, she planted and attended these flowers. Ada was devoted to her family and friends and her beloved hometown Colquitt, Georgia

     Memorial services will be held at The Colquitt United Methodist Church on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at 2:00 PM.

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Lawson "Pee Wee" Hart     82

     Mr. Lawson "Pee Wee" Hart of Colquitt died Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at his residence.  Funeral services will be Saturday, April 17th, 2021, at 2:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. David Grubbs and Rev. Scott Messer officiating.  Interment will follow at Cook's Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, April 17, 2021, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

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Kevin Michael Fitzpatrick  32

     Kevin Michael Fitzpatrick, age 31, passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021. He was born in Atlanta, GA on July 21, 1989 to the Walter John Fitzpatrick and Donna Houston Fitzpatrick and a beloved younger brother to Justin.



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Noah Wilkin Black     92

     Mr. Noah Black of Colquitt died Thursday, April 8, 2021, at Lagrange Hospice.  Graveside services will be Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 2:00 PM at Shepard Cemetery with Rev. Richie Vaughn officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 13, 2021, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home. Active pallbearers will be Gary Salter, Kell Boyette, Lyle Boyette, Steve Reynolds, Byron Reynolds, and Charles Wester.

     Mr. Black was a retired farmer and a member of Assembly of God where he was secretary and treasurer for 40 years.

     He is survived by one daughter, Kathy (Byron) Reynolds of Roanoke, AL; one stepdaughter, Frances Salter of Albany, GA; three grandchildren, Dr. Kathryn (Wade) Murphy of Hunnington, WV, Dr. Rebecca (Daniel) Thompson of Birmingham, AL, and Byron Reynolds of Auburn, AL; and three great grandchildren, Lincoln Murphy, Elizabeth Murphy, and Asher Thompson. Mr. Black was preceded in death by the mother of his daughter, Ruby B. Black; his second wife, Rubye Tedder Black; and his parents, Walter Pickens and Eva Lillian Ingram Black.

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Aleathea Delory Shelley  63

     Mrs Aleathea Shelley of Brinson died Saturday, April 3, 2021 at her residence. Mrs Shelley will be cremated, no services will be held at this time.

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Omar Marvin Temples     56

     Mr. Omar Marvin Temples of Harrison, OH, formerly of Damascus, GA, died Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at Mercy West Hospital.  Funeral services will be Friday, April 2, 2021, at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Thomas Broome officiating. Interment will follow at Cross Roads Cemetery with Johnny Richetti, Flint Houston, Jeremy Weeks, Bobby Miles, Justin Schule, Carlton Israel, Greg Harris, and Theodore Robinson serving as active pall bearers.  Visitation will be Friday, April 2, 2021, from 10:00-11:00 AM.

     Mr. Temples was of the baptist faith and worked in Research and Development at Proctor and Gamble. He was a member of the NRA.

     He is survived by his wife, Jill Temples of Harrison, OH; two sons, Jason (Brandi) Shockley of Americus, GA, and Jacob Shockley of Americus, GA; two daughter, Kaitlin (Johnny) Richetti of Leesburg, GA, and Casey (Chris) Cannon of Leesburg, GA; 16 grandchildren; and two sisters, Jane (Charlie) Weeks of Damascus, GA, and Ginger (Flint) Houston of Fort Gaines, GA. Mr. Temples was preceded in death by his parents, Omar and Elnita Toole Temples, Sr., and one sister Serena Temples.

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Charles Edgar "Sonny" Grow, Jr.     80

     Mr. Charles Edgar "Sonny" Grow, Jr. of Jakin, formerly of Colquitt, died Thursday, March 18, 2021, at his residence.  Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 11:00 AM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Minister Jay Winkler and Dr. Bill Grow officiating.  Pall bearers will be Ricky Stucky, Ronnie Rentz, Dr. Joe Grimsley, Al Newton, Caleb Stucky, and Walter Hayes.  Visitation will be Tuesday, March 23, 2021, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Grow was a member of Colquitt United Methodist Church and also attended Hentown Church of Christ. He was a member of the Colquitt Lion's Club, the Walter C. Dancer Lodge #115, and the Albany Hasan Temple. He was a retired pharmacist and former owner of Grow Drug Co and an avid member of the Georgia Bulldog Club.

     He is survived by his wife, Dianne Grow of Jakin, GA; one son, Hilton Grow of Colquitt, GA; Julianne "Jill" (Robert) Glisson of Savannah, GA; three grandchildren, Hilda Danielle Grow, Annabelle Glisson, Shane Ross Glisson; one great granddaughter, Sabella Bloom Phillips; and one brother, Dr. William "Bill" (Jeannie) Grow of Hahira, GA.  Mr. Grow was preceded in death by his first wife, Hilda Jones Grow; two sons, Michael Grow and William Shane Grow; and his parents, Charles Edgar and Julia Houston Grow, Sr.

     Flowers will be accepted or make donations to the charity of your choice.

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Virginia Haire Wells     88

     Mrs. Virginia Haire Wells of Damascus died Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at her residence. A private family service will be held Saturday, March 20, 2021, at 2:00 PM at Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Calvin Arnold officiating.

     Mrs. Wells was a homemaker and a member of Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church.

     She is survived by one son, Dexter (Cindy) Griffin of Albany, GA; three grandchildren, Heather (Brian) Keperling, Laura (Tim) Finney, and Nichole Griffin; three great grandchildren, Jackson Finney, Payton Finney, and Lochlan Keperling; one brother, Wade (Thelma) Haire of Leesburg, GA; and two sisters, Jewell Lockwood of Lake Ridge, VA, and Josie (Walter) Richardson of Tallahassee, FL.  Mrs. Wells was preceded in death by her husband, Max Wells; one daughter, Gloria Jackson; one son, Lowell Dean Griffin; father of her children, William Fred Griffin; her parents, Wade Blackshear and Kittie Sheffield Haire; and one brother Wallace Haire.

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James Gary West     72

     Mr. James Gary West of Damascus died Monday, March 15, 2021, at the Miller County Emergency Room. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021. at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Malcolm Lance and Rev. Robert Pullen officiating. Internment will follow at Pleasant View Church of God with Hal Eastman, Robert Brunson, Wil Walton, Kason Ward, Greg Eastman, and Michael Eastman serving a pall bearers. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. West was a farmer and a member of Pleasant View Church of God.

     He is survived by his wife, Sharon West, of Damascus, GA; two sons, James Gary (Vicky) West, Jr. and Jason O'Neil West, both of Damascus, GA; five grandchildren, Katlyn West, Ivey Pope, Charlie West, Kate Pope, and Ansley West; one great grandson, Taylor Teal; one sister, Janice (Harold) Eastman of Tallahassee, FL; and one brother, Eston "Bobby" Roberts of Brevard, NC. Mr. West was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Lene Sutton and James Charlie West; and two sisters, Rosa Brunson and Betty Pullen.

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Lelia Mae Corley     98

     Mrs. Lelia Mae Corley of Damascus died Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at her residence. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 11, 2021, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Tony Mock officiating. Internment will follow at Gross Cemetery with Chase Collins, Dalton Sheffield, Bo Sheffield, Todd Corley, Sterling Fallin, and Gage Poitevint serving as pall bearers. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Corley was a homemaker and member of Mt. Olive Holiness Church.

     She is survived by one son, Timmy (Robbie) Corley of Damascus, GA; one daughter, Pam Davis of Damascus, GA; nine grandchildren, Kay Zimmerman, Tammy (Barry) Collins, Cindy (Van) Merritt, Phyllis Jones, Melanie Williford, Shannon (Alan) Sheffield, Todd Corley, Richard Davis, and Brandie (Mike McMullen) Davis; ten great grandchildren, Chase (Rachael Stevens) Collins, Marley McMullen, Sterling Fallin, Hannah Williford, Dalton (Sara Briones) Sheffield, Bo Sheffield, Saige Sheffield, Greyson McMullen, Levi Davis, and Abigail Davis; and four great-great grandchildren. Mrs. Lelia was preceded in death by her her husband, Fred Corley; parents, Wilton and Rosa Kimbrel Gordon; one son, Gene Corley; one daughter, Joyce Jones; two brothers, Wallace Gordon and Otha Gordon; and two sisters, Sally Ward and Eunice Smith.

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Paul Richard Crozier     87

     Mr. Paul Richard Crozier of Colquitt, GA, died Friday, March 5, 2021, at his residence. A graveside service will be held Sunday, March 7, 2021, at 3:00 PM at Primitive Union cemetery with Rev. James Scarborough and Rev. Larry Powell officiating. Ethan Fiveash, Carlton Kelley, Jr., Gene Houston, Rendy Lovelady, Toby Spence, and Terry Pickle will serve as pall bearers.

     Mr. Crozier retired as a supervisor from USL Corporation and was of the baptist faith.

     He is survived by his wife, Amy Grimsley Crozier of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Lisa (Chris) Powell of Colquitt, GA; one granddaughter, Alyx (Ethan) Fiveash of Donalsonville, GA; and one brother William E. Crozier of Thomasville, GA.  Mr. Crozier was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde Elmer and Macy Gertrude Corley Crozier.

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Donald Lavon Hall     79

     Mr. Donald Lavon Hall of Colquitt died March 3, 2021, at Select Specialty Hospital in Tallahassee, FL. Funeral services will be Monday, March 8, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Colquitt First Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Cooper officiating.  Interment will follow at Colquitt City Cemetery. Pall bearers will be John Weaver, Ricky Bracewell, Alan Jenkins, Kirk Jenkins, Glynn McMillan and Clarence Tolbert. Visitation will be Monday, March 8, 2021, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Colquitt First Baptist Church.

     Mr. Hall served his country in the Georgia National Guard, was a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church, the Walter C. Dancer Lodge #115, and the Albany Hasan Temple.

     Donald Lavon Hall was born September 30, 1941 in Moultrie, GA, the son of James Lemuel Hall and Willie Katherine Harrison Hall.  In 1960, he graduated from Colquitt County High School where he was President of the Colquitt County FFA Chapter.  He married Sandra McLeod in 1965, where they lived in the “little red house” in Hamilton, GA.  In 1969, they moved to Colquitt, GA where he helped build and manage the new Colquitt Gold Kist location.  He managed Gold Kist Colquitt from 1970 until 1974. He later became affiliated with Colquitt Peanut Company, where he was co-owner.  In 1976, he became an outside salesman with Florida Lime and Dolomite Company for its Southeastern Division. From 1978 until 1992, he owned and operated Tri State Ag Products trucking company.   In 1980, he opened Hall’s Oil and Tire Company, and in 1993 he opened Hall’s Wrecker Service.  He was the owner and operator of both businesses until his death. Lavon was a member of First Baptist Church, the Shriners, and a longtime member of the Miller County Board of Education. 

      Lavon never met a stranger, and he deeply loved his family and Miller County.  He was always smiling, shaking hands, and giving hugs everywhere he went.  Over the years, Lavon probably mowed more miles of grass than any other resident of Miller County. Besides mowing grass, Lavon also loved to go fishing.  Whether it was fishing in his pond with his children and grandchildren, or the many trips he took with his eldest son, Kevin, and his brother, Junior, to the St. Johns River.  Motorcycle riding was also a passion for Lavon. He enjoyed telling of all the different trips he took on his motorcycle, especially with longtime friend, Toby Phillips.  

     Survivors include his sons, Kevin Lavon Hall and his wife, Christy, of Colquitt, GA, Sean Dru Hall and his wife, Anamarie, of Colquitt, GA, Eric McLeod Hall and his wife, Heather, of Colquitt, GA, and Derek McLeod Hall and his wife, Tessa, of Athens, GA; his siblings, Sybil Eldridge of Chattanooga, TN, Elizabeth Ethridge of Chattanooga, TN, June Wallace Morris and her husband, James, of Fitzgerald, GA, Daniel Garnell Hall and his wife, Lois, of Griffin, GA, and James Lemuel Hall, Jr. and his wife, Linda, of Ochlocknee, GA; his grandchildren, Lynleigh Kaye Hall and her husband, Ben Morales, Caleb Hall, BethAnne Hall, Dru Hall, Laney Hall, Ethan "Hudson" Hall, Jack Mercer Hall, Mary Vines Hall, Harrison Hall, and Hudson Hall; his great grandchildren, Wylden Hall and Bekett Hall;  his longtime co-worker and friend, Clarence Tolbert Jr.; and his canine companion, Penny. In addition to his parents, Lavon was preceded in death by his loving wife and the mother of his four boys, Sandra McLeod Hall; and his brothers, Bill Hall, Jack Hall, Wallace Hall, and Douglas Hall. 

     The Hall Family would like to extend special thanks to his niece, Dr. Kimberly Hall Carpenter, and the doctors, nurses, and staff at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital and Select Specialty Hospital.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Colquitt Miller County Arts Council, PO Box 567, Colquitt, GA  39837.

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Timothy Coleman Thornton     47

     Mr. Timothy Coleman Thornton of Colquitt died Monday, March 1, 2021 in Colquitt, GA. A graveside service will be held Friday, March 5, 2021, at 2:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery in Colquitt, GA with Rev. Scott Stanfield officiating.

     He was a self-employed landscaper and member of Harmony United Methodist Church. Tim attended school at Southwest Georgia Academy and graduated in the class of 1992. He received a baseball scholarship to attend Andrew College and was there for two years. He then attended Valdosta State University where he was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity.

     He is survived by his mother, Elaine Thornton of Colquitt, GA; two brothers, Todd and Ty (Risa) Thornton of Colquitt, GA; and three nieces, Brooke Thornton, Alli Thornton and Averie Thornton. He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Thornton; paternal grandparents, Arnold "Red" and Abbie Thornton; and maternal grandparents, Counce and Rosella Sheffield.

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Rodney Eli Phillips     43

     Mr. Rodney Eli Phillips of Colquitt died Friday, February 26, 2021, in Bainbridge, GA. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at 4:00 PM at Cook's Cemetery with Rev. Kent Barwick officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 3, 2021, from 2:00-3:30 PM at Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church.

     Eli was a 1995 graduate of Miller County High School and served two years in the U.S. Coast Guard. He was of the Methodist faith and was employed with Tractor Supply in Bainbridge, GA. Eli will be remembered for his free spirit, genuine soul, and his contagious smile.

     He is survived by two sons, Logan Phillips of Troy, AL, and Hawk Phillips of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Ellaina Phillips of Colquitt, GA; fiancee Meagan Kelly of Colquitt, GA; father, Rodney Phillips of Colquitt, GA; two sisters, Tina (John) Maloy of Colquitt, GA and Ann (Henry) Harbin of Colquitt, GA; two nephews, Garrett (Niki) Maloy and Hank Harbin both of Colquitt, GA; one niece, Samantha Maloy of Colquitt, GA; one great niece, Caroline Maloy of Colquitt, GA; one aunt, Kay Phillips Smith of Colquitt, GA; and one uncle, Gene (Linda) Key of Bainbridge, GA.  Eli was preceded in death by one son, Dakota Phillips; his mother, Rita Key Phillips; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Key; and his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. CC (Shorty) Phillips.

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Seabe "Larry" Cook     84

     Mr. Seabe "Larry" Cook of Colquitt, GA died February 23, 2021, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 25, 2021, at 2:00 PM, at Cook's Union Methodist Church with Rev. Billy Mills officiating. Pall Bearers will be Richard Cook, Casper Cook, Josh Cook, Tommy Rogers and Adam Bass. Internment will follow at Cook's Cemetery with Military Honors. Visitation will be Thursday, February 25, 2021, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Cook's Union Methodist Church.

     Mr. Cook served in the Navy and retired as a Registered Nurse from Phoebe Putney Hospital in Albany, GA. He was a member of the William M. Wilson VFW Post #6046 and the Gerald Grow Post #165 American Legion, as well as a member of Cook's Union Methodist Church in Colquitt, GA.

     He is survived by one son, Alan (Janice) Cook of Doerun, GA; one daughter, Marsha (Dennis) Dollar of Bainbridge, GA; four grandchildren, Lacey Cook, Richard (Crystal) Cook, Casper Cook and Josh (Casey) Cook; two step-grandchildren, Marshall Sapp and Cade Griffin; two brothers, Richard (Pat) Cook of Colquitt, GA and Gene Cook of Donalsonville, GA; and one sister, Irene (Joe) Bush of Blakely, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Sara Oliver Cook; one son, Tobey Cook; and one brother, Don Cook.

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Stephen Carroll Wells     76

     Mr. Stephen "Steve" Carroll Wells departed from this life Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Seminole Manor in Donalsonville, GA, after a lengthy illness. A private family only graveside service will be held Monday, February 22, 2021, at 3:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Steve's brother-in-law, Tom Vancel, officiating.

     Mr. Wells was a farmer and was of the baptist faith.

     He is survived by two brothers, Jerome (Theresa) Wells of Bainbridge, GA, and Winston (Judy) Wells of Daphne, AL; and one sister, Glenda (Thomas) Vancel of Thomasville, GA.  Mr. Wells was preceded in death by his loving wife, Geraldine Wells; his parents, B.D. "Bill" and Annie Lou Wells; and one sister, Billie Wells Griffis.

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Nina Lee Whitaker Pickren     97

     Mrs. Nina Lee Whitaker Pickren of Donalsonville died Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Donalsonville Hospital. A private family service will be held at this time due to COVID, with a public memorial service to be held at a later date.

     Mrs. Pickren was a devoted wife to her high school sweetheart, C.L. Pickren, for 78 years, whom she joined in Heaven on Valentine's Day. She was a delightful mother and creative homemaker, designing and making her children's clothes from frilly dresses to dress suits. She was actively involved even with the great-great grandchildren and their pets. Mrs. Pickren taught Sunday School from the time she was 16 until she was 88, and was a member of Union Baptist Church in Colquitt, where she was known for keeping a prayer list in her Bible.

     She is survived by one son, Timothy (Connie) Pickren of Donalsonville, GA; two daughters, Jeanine (David) Smith of Arlington, TX and Ann (Archie) Roland of Deer Park, TX; two brothers, Lester (Becky) Whitaker of Norman Park, GA and Bill (Debbie) Whitaker of Sylvester, GA; ten grandchildren, Cyndi-Weaver Readiger, Will Roland, Jeff Roland, Teresa Garcia, Cristy Williams, Johanna Cook, April Ramirez, Jason Smith, Eric Pickren and Scott Pickren; twenty-four great grandchildren; 17 great-great grandchildren; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Mrs. Pickren was preceded in death by her husband, Cody Lamar Pickren; her parents, Wyatt and Chloe Dean Whitaker; four brothers, Irvin Whitaker, Lynwood Whitaker, Melvin Whitaker and Elisha Whitaker; and two sisters, Mildred Gordon and Delma Hoover.

     In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to Union Baptist Church c/o Rev. Calvin Arnold, 643 Shingler Road, Donalsonville, GA 39845, or the charity of your choice.

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Steven Hyman Hurwitz     66

     Mr. Steven Hyman Hurwitz of Arlington died Saturday, February 13, 2021, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.  Mr. Hurwitz was cremated and there will be a service held at a later date.

     Mr. Hurwitz was an excellent writer, a gifted musician, and a retired attorney.

     He is survived by his wife, Sherry Brownlee Hurwitz of Arlington, GA; one son, Michael Hurwitz of Decatur, GA; two daughters, Jenny (Brian) Sweat of Leesburg, GA, and Rebekah Hurwitz of Leesburg, GA; nine grandchildren; one sister, Ramona Leo of Birmingham, AL; and one brother, Stan Brewer of Lumber City, GA.

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Buren Wesley "Ox" Griffin     71

     Mr. Buren Wesley "Ox" Griffin of Colquitt died January 30, 2021 at Miller County Hospital. Mr. Griffin will be cremated. No service will be held at this time.

     Mr. Griffin was the retired owner of Barnards Convenience Foods in Colquitt.

     He is survived by his wife, Robin Griffin of Colquitt, GA; one son, Michael Griffin of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Amanda Griffin of Colquitt, GA; one grandaughter, Maddie Griffin; his mother in law, Inez Barnard of Colquitt, GA; and brother in law, Ricky Red of Colquitt, GA.  He was preceded in death by his parents; Percy and Minnie Richardson Griffin; and three brothers and three sisters.

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Walter Julian Mann   71

     Mr. Julian Mann of Albany died Sunday, January 17, 2021 at his residence. Graveside Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at 2:00 PM at the Colquitt City Cemetery, with Rev. Cory Thomas and Billy Kimbrel officiating. Pall Bearers will be Jason Mann, Chris Nichols, Michael Chesnut, Kevin Rentz, Hudson Vallandingham and Fuller Vallandingham. The family is receiving visitors at his daughter and son in law's residence, Amanda and Chris Nichols, 170 Pointer Drive, Leesburg, GA 31763.

     Mr. Mann was of the baptist faith and retired from Stewart Candy Company as a Consultant.

     He is survived by his wife, Cindy Mann of Albany, GA; one son, Jason (Marsha Lightfoot) Mann of Sheridon, WY; one daughter, Amanda Mann (Chris) Nichols of Leesburg, GA; four grandchildren, Fuller Vallandingham, Hudson Vallandingham, Chloe Nichols and Reagan Mann; one brother, Joe (Joyce) Mann of Spokane, WA; and several nieces and nephews.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Wilson Hospice House, or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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Harrell Edward Cobb     86

     Mr. Harrell Edward Cobb of Colquitt died Friday, January 15, 2021, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 19, 2021 from 1 to 2 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home with Graveside Funeral Services to follow at Friendship Cemetery in Donalsonville, GA, with Rev. Kent Barwick officiating. Pall bearers will be Alec Cobb, Tyner Cobb, Joshua Tabb, Stohne Cobb, Landin Cobb, and Case Cobb.

     Mr. Cobb was of the baptist faith and was a farmer.

     He is survived by his wife, Rejoyna Cobb of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Eddie (Paula) Cobb of Colquitt, GA, and Michael (Jennifer) Cobb of Colquitt, GA; three daughters, Rhonda (Paul) Tabb of Colquitt, GA, Lisa (Gil) Kelley of Donalsonville, GA, and Gina (Justin) Carr of Warner Robins, GA; 15 grandchildren, Danielle Grow Phillips, Tyner Cobb, Courtney Fowler, Joshua Tabb, Alec Cobb, Michlynn Warren, Logan Cobb, Stohne Cobb, Landin Cobb, Case Cobb, Steele Cobb, Bella Cobb, Abbie Carr, Adalynn Carr, and Adley Kate Carr; seven great grandchildren, Sabella Phillips, Greyson Tabb, Avery Tabb, Emma Fowler, Hank Fowler, Rhett Cobb, and Zeke Warren. Mr. Cobb was preceded in death by his parents, Cappie C. and Florrie Barber Cobb, and one brother, Allen Cobb.

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John Donald Mock     84

     Mr. John Donald "Don" Mock of Colquitt died Friday, January 15, 2021, at his residence.  Graveside funeral services will be Sunday, January 17, 2021, at 2:00 PM at New Salem Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Larry Powell officiating. Pall bearers will be Jerald Mock, Jarrott Mock, Bo Mock, Karl Pritzl, Tommy Malone, and James Phillips.

     Mr. Mock was of the baptist faith and was a farmer.

     He is survived by his wife, Sue Mock of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Lori (Tony) Tabb of Colquitt, GA, and Lynn (Brian) Massey of Dawson, GA; four grandchildren, Megan (Jeremy) Holley, Mallory (Danny) Doster, Baylee Sumner, and Caitlin Cochran; two great grandchildren, Brantley Holley and Braxton Sumner; one brother, Jerry (Trellis) Mock of Colquitt, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Mr. Mock was preceded in death by his parents, John Dick and Clara Lee Newberry Mock, and one sister, Calista Pritzl.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kindred Hospice at 432 E. Shotwell Street, Bainbridge, GA 39819, or New Salem Free Will Baptist Church at 73 New Salem Church Road, Colquitt, GA 39837.

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Venecia Ann "Cooter" Everson Taylor     82

     Ms. Venecia Ann Everson Taylor of Leesburg died Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Phoebe North in Albany, GA. A private family graveside service was held Friday, January 15, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery. Family visitation was from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home. Memorial Service will be Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Lakeside Baptist Church in Albany with Rev. Andrew Kornegay officiating. Internment at Colquitt City Cemetery.

     Ms. Taylor was an active member of Lakeside Baptist Church where she served as an Outreach Leader and Sunday School Directory Secretary for the Rose Moore Sunday School Class where she was fondly referred to as "Sunshine". Her duties included following up with Sunday school members who missed Sunday school and maintaining updated current information of the Sunday School directory. She retired from a thirty year career in human resources from AT&T (formally known as BellSouth), where she achieved multiple promotions throughout her career.

     Ms. Taylor is survived by one son, Kevin Taylor of Spartanburg, SC; two grandchildren, Dylan Jase Taylor and Samantha Grace Taylor; one brother, Hermis "Bo" Everson of Colquitt, GA; and one sister, Eleanor Wood of Lake City, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents, Burton and Letha Inez Hobby Everson; six brothers, Murray Lee Everson, Oreon Everson, Morris Everson, A.J. Everson, Ruel Everson and Hubert "Frog" Everson; and one sister, Doris Everson Nesbitt.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hasan Shriners Temple at 1822 Palmyra Rd., Albany, GA 31701.

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Carolyn Sara Cooper     90

     Mrs. Carolyn Sara Cooper of Colquitt died Monday, January 11, 2021, at Miller County Hospital. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Flat Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Cory Thomas and Rev. Scott Stanfill officiating. A private family only committal will follow at Flat Creek Cemetery with Joel Alday, John Wiliams Sr., Johnn Williams Jr., Trey Long and John Godwin serving as pall bearers.

     Mrs. Cooper was a member of Flat Creek Baptist Church and a homemaker.

     Mrs. Cooper is survived by one daughter, Jane (Vic) Hill of Colquitt, GA; one granddaughter, Victoria Hill of Bainbridge, GA; several cousins, including Sammie Davis Turner; and numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lamar Cooper; parents, Carl Franklin Davis and and Ada Mae Williams; one sister, Sis Cook; and one brother, Hunter Davis.

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Ronald Kenneth Vann     78

     Mr. Ronald Vann of Colquitt died Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Miller County Hospital.  Graveside services will be Monday, January 11, 2021, at 11:00 AM at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Kent Barwick officiating. Active pall bearers will be Jeff Adkinson, Andy Spooner, Bo Mock, Garrett Vann, Reese Vann, and Cole Vann. Visitation will be Monday, January 11, 2021, from 10:00-11:00 AM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Vann was a member of Colquitt Free Will Baptist Church and a farmer. He was a member of the Walter C. Dancer Lodge #115 and the Albany Hasan Temple.

     Mr. Vann is survived by his wife, Teresa Vann of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Wesley (Andrea) Vann of Colquitt, GA, and Kenneth Mitchell (Tammy) Vann of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Brandi (Matt) Woods of Colquitt, GA; seven grandchildren, Garrett Vann, Reese Vann, Kate Vann, Cole Vann, Connor (Bo) Mock, Camryn Vann, and Myron Woods; and three brothers, Wayne (Ann) Vann of Colquitt, GA, Terry (Alice) Vann of Gainseville, GA, and Allen (Judy) Vann of Colquitt, GA.  He was preceded in death by one daughter, Rhonda Vann; and his parents, Robert Lloyd and Eva Brown Vann.

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Cecil Lamar Gordon     94

      Mr. Cecil Lamar Gordon of Colquitt died Friday, January 8, 2021, at Miller County Hospital. Funeral services will be Monday, January 11, 2021, at 3:00 PM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Fletcher Sheffield officiating. Interment following at Colquitt City Cemetery with Todd Worsley, Gabe Worsley, Kevin Middleton, Chris Middleton, James Gordon, Jr., and Damian Drake serving as pall bearers. Visitation will be Monday, January 11, 2021 from 2:00 to 3:oo PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Gordon was a member of South Mt. Zion Church of God and a Correctional Officer for Lee County Prison.

     He is survived by two daughters, Linda (Henry) Worsley of Colquitt, GA; and Beverly Middleton of Colquitt, GA; three grandchildren, Todd (Lisa) Worsley, Chris Middleton and Kevin Middleton; and one great grandchild, Gabe Worsley. Mr. Gordon was preceded in death by his wife, Freddie Batson Gordon; one son-in-law, Fred Middleton; one grandson, Sheriff Scott Worsley; one great grand daughter, Ansley Worsley; his parents, Robert and Lanie Gordon; and numerous brothers and sisters.

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Bud Carson Temples, Sr.     78

     Mr. Bud Carson Temples, Sr. of Damascus died Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at Miller Nursing Home.  Graveside services will be Sunday, January 10, 2021, at Cross Road Cemetery in Damascus at 2:00 PM with Rev. Charles Bostick officiating.

     Mr. Temples was a member of Solid Rock Church in Bainbridge, GA and was a semi truck driver for Southern Ag.

     He is survived by three sons, Bud (Jessica) Temples, Jr. of Damascus, GA; Charles (Melinda) Smith of Donalsonville, GA, and Gerard (Jessica) Roach of Bainbridge, GA; three daughters, Lana (Michael) McArdle of Blakely, GA, Teresa Phillips (Johnny) of Donalsonville, GA, and Vanessa Casey of Pelham, GA; 22 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; two brothers, Ralph (Elizabeth) Temples of Damascus, GA, and Ronald (Nan) Temples of Putney, GA; two sisters, Ellen Fain of Damascus, GA, and Carolyn Roberts of Albany, GA, and numerous nieces and nephews.  Mr. Temples was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Lilla Frances Golden Temples; two brothers, Donald Temples and Omar Temples; and one sister, Esther Brown.

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Bruce Willard McCormick     74

     Mr. Bruce McCormick of Blakely died Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at Southeast HealthCare. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 2, 2021, at 2:00 PM at Springfield Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Johns and Rev. Johnny Roberts officiating.  Interment with military honors will follow at Bethel Cemetery with Don Hand, Arthur Brackin, Jerry Harrell, Jerry Houston, Hunter Evans, and Phil Buckhalter serving as pall bearers. Visitation will be Saturday, January 2, 2021, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Springfield Baptist Church.

     Mr. McCormick was a member of Springfield Baptist Church. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of American Legion #157. Mr. McCormick was a welder with Georgia Pacific.

     He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda Kay McCormick of Blakely, GA; one son, Randy (Sherry) McCormick of Dover, DE; one daughter, Angie (Gary) Leddon of Dawson, GA; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and two brothers, William (Sixta) McCormick of Hahira, GA, and Robert McCormick of NC.  Mr. McCormick was preceded in death by one daughter, Lori McCormick; his parents, Joseph Willard and Flora Virginia Alvarez McCormick; and one brother, Richard McCormick.

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Felix Marlin Kimbrel     84

     Mr. Marlin Kimbrel of Colquitt died Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at his residence.  Graveside funeral services will be Sunday, January 3, 2021, at 3:00 PM at Donley Cemetery with Rev. Jean Watson officiating.

     Mr. Kimbrel was of the baptist faith. He was a farmer and truck driver for Southern Ag where he was known as "School Boy" by all his trucking family.

     He is survived by his wife, Georgia Kimbrel of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Felix Kimbrel of Colquitt, GA, and Larry (Rita) Kimbrel of Cordele, GA; three daughters, Cindy Anderson of Albany, GA, Marla (Mike Flynn) Jones of Mobile, AL, and Lynn (Roy) Johnson of Donalsonville, GA; 13 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. Mr. Kimbrel was preceded in death by one son, Alan Kimbrel; his parents, Felix Edward and Dolly Haire Kimbrel; and one brother, Edward Kimbrel.

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Claudia Fran Helms Probert     80

     Mrs. Fran Probert of Bainbridge, formerly of Colquitt, died Monday, December 21, 2020, at Manor Nursing Home. Funeral services will be Monday, December 28, 2020, at 2:00 PM at Friendship Cemetery with Rev. Graton Helms officiating.  Visitation will be Monday, December 28, 2020, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mrs. Probert was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and was a beautician for 30 years.

     She is survived by two sons, Michael (Pauline) Probert of Bainbridge, GA, and Allen (Dana) Probert of Wicksburg, AL; three grandchildren, Bradley Probert, Brian Probert, and Meghan Phillips; two great grandchildren, Harper Harrison and Marylyn Harrison; two brothers, Rev. Graton (Dorothy) Helms of Eastman, GA, and Dale (Kaye) Helms of Cairo, GA; and two sisters, Phyllis Reagan of Bainbridge, GA, and Gail Howard of Havana, FL.  Mrs. Probert was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Michael Probert; parents, Howard Cecil and Audrey Lee Kelly Helms; and one brother, Lamar Helms.

     In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your local animal shelter.

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Lynford Orren Cook   81

     Mr. Lynford Cook of Crawfordville, FL, formerly of Colquitt, died Thursday, December 17, 2020, at Capital Regional Medical Center in Tallahassee.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at 2:00 PM Graveside at Cook's Cemetery with Rev. Christy Bandy and Rev. Jean Watson officiating. Pall bearers will be Matthew Cook, Joshua Cook, Eddie Roberts, Randy Brown, Charlie Cook, and David Hinson. Jerry Sheffield will be an honorary pall bearer. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 22, 2020, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Cook's Union Methodist Church.  

     Mr. Cook was a member of Wakulla United Methodist Church in Crawfordville, FL. He was a 1961 graduate of Valdosta State College with a Bachelor of Science in Economics, a 1981 graduate of LSU School of Banking of the South, and retired as President of Ogeechee Valley Bank.

     He is survived by one son, Tim (Christy) Cook of Crawfordville. Fl; one daughter, Yolanda Cook of Bainbridge, GA; two grandchildren, Matthew Cook and Joshua Cook; one sister, Margie Brown of Colquitt, GA; one brother, Larry Cook of Colquitt, GA; the mother of his children, Yvonne Cook of Bainbridge, GA; and his lady friend, Ruby Carroll. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sara Mixon Cook; his parents, Cecil and Alphia Newberry Cook; one brother, Ray Cook; and a brother-in-law, Kenneth Brown.

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Garland Foy Roberts     94

     Mr. Garland Foy Roberts of Colquitt died Wednesday, December 16, 2020, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.  Graveside services with military honors will be Monday, December 21, 2020, at 12:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Rev. Kent Barwick officiating.  Visitation will be Monday, December 21, 2020, from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM at Colquitt Funeral Home.

     Mr. Roberts retired from the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Gerald Grow Post #165 American Legion, the Sons of the American Revolution, and the Sons of the Confederacy.

     He is survived by two sons, David Michael (Teresa) Roberts of Colquitt, GA, and Charles Edward (Carrie) Roberts of Fort White, FL; one granddaughter, Janelle (Charles) English; and two great grandchildren, Charles (Chipper) English and Nicholas "Nicky" English.  Mr. Roberts was preceded in death by his wife, Minnie Lee Roberts; one son, James Thomas Roberts; one grandson, David Marshall Roberts; and his parents, Jim and Ida Lee Middleton Roberts.

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Tobey Garland Cook   52

     Mr.  Tobey Cook of Port St Joe, Florida, formerly of Colquitt, died Friday, December 11, 2020, at Bay Medical Center in Panama City, FL.  Funeral services will be Sunday, December 13, 2020, at 3:00 PM at Cook's Union Methodist Church with  Rev. Billy Mills officiating. Interment will follow at Cook's Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, December 13, 2020, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Cook's Union Methodist Church.

     Mr. Cook was a truck driver and member of Cook's Union Methodist Church.

     He is survived by his wife, Christie Cook of Port St. Joe, FL; four sons, Josh (Casey) Cook of Donalsonville, GA, Christopher Griffin of Colquitt, GA, Marshall Sapp of Port St. Joe, FL, and Cade Griffin of Port St. Joe, FL;  one daughter, Hanna Singletary of Bainbridge; three grandchildren, Rylan Cook, Landyn Cook, and Hudson Burnett;  father, Larry Cook of Colquitt, GA; one brother, Alan (Janice) Cook of Doerun, GA; and one sister, Marsha (Dennis) Dollar of Bainbridge, GA. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Enfinger Wells; step father, Leroy Wells; maternal grandparents, Fred and Alphie King Enfinger; and paternal grandparents, J.S. and Sarah Oliver Cook.

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Theresa Gwen Tyner     56

     Mrs. Theresa Gwen Tyner of Donalsonville died Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at her residence.

     Mrs. Tyner was of the baptist faith. She was a graduate of Early County High School, the Jinks School of Nursing and was a nurse at Miller County Hospital. She loved her sweet dog, Jake, fishing, spoiling her nieces and nephews, and cherished her friends.

     Mrs. Tyner is survived by her husband of 36 years, Stan Tyner of Donalsonville, GA; one sister, Cindy (David) Weaver of Blakely, GA; one brother, Les (Sheryl) Phillips of Donalsonville, GA; one brother-in-law, Bob Bass of Tallahassee, FL; one sister-in-law, Rita Glass of Colquitt, GA; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Leslie Nicole Tyner; one son, Tad Tyner; her parents, L Z and Evelyn Simpson Phillips; and one sister, Jane Bass.

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Mickael Dewayne Sanders     54

     Mr. Mickael Dewayne Sanders of Colquitt died Monday, December 7, 2020, at his residence.  A graveside funeral service will be held Friday, December 11, 2020, at 2:00 PM at Colquitt City Cemetery with Rev. Wayne Josey officiating.

     Mr. Sanders was a building contractor and owner of MDS Construction.

     He is survived by seven sons, Mickael Shane Sanders of Bainbridge, GA, Alan Mickael Sherburn of St. Petersburg, FL, Christopher Slade of Bainbridge, GA, Dewayne Sanders of Madison, FL, Joshua Slade of Bainbridge, GA, Timothy J. Salter of Dothan, AL, and Tristan Sanders of Atlanta, GA; five daughters, Deanna Buckins of Whigham, GA, Charity Sanders of Colquitt, GA, Chasity Sanders of Dalton, GA, Molly Diane Salter of Dothan, AL, and Trinity Sanders of Atlanta, GA; seven grandchildren; mother, Nina Sanders of Bainbridge, GA; one sister, Nysia Breeden of Bainbridge, GA; two brothers, Lynwood Sanders of Prattville, AL, and Clarence Eugene Sanders of Bainbridge, GA; and his beloved fur babies, Sweet Pea and Coco.

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Ladonna Jean Carter Musgrove     66

     Mrs. Ladonna Carter Musgrove of Colquitt died Sunday, November 29, 2020, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

     Mrs. Musgrove was a personal sitter.

     She is survived by her husband, John "Bo" Musgrove of Colquitt, GA; two sons, Robby (Katina) Carter, Jr., of Colquitt, GA, and Chris Carter of Colquitt, GA; one daughter, Angie (Jack) Bailey of Colquitt, GA; six grandchildren, Alaya Bailey, Tabitha Bailey, Jack Mercer Bailey, Ben Bailey, William Casey Carter, and Kasey (Chris) Ervin and one great grandchild, Kylie Ervin.  Mrs. Musgrove was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Dorothy Strickland Godwin, and one sister, Susan Godwin.

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Jimmy Ray East

Retired Educator

Jimmy Ray East, 74, of Colquitt died Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at Southeast Health in Dothan, Alabama.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, November 29, 2020, at 3:00 pm. at Colquitt First Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Cooper officiating.  Visitation will be held prior to the service, at 2:00 pm.  Masks will be required for the service and visitation.  Interment will follow at the Colquitt City Cemetery with Ben Clenney, Joe Cook, Ty Godfrey, Jason Houston, Bill Spooner, and Marty Kelley serving as pallbearers. 

Mr. East was born in Manchester, Georgia on March 25, 1946, to the late Jennings Felix East, Sr. and Loyce Twilley East.  Mr. East  began his career in education in Americus, Georgia before moving to Colquitt, where he served as Vocational Supervisor for Miller County High School for 25 years before his retirement in 2004.  He was a member of Colquitt First Baptist Church, where he was ordained as a deacon, and was involved in many community and professional organizations, including the American Legion, Lions Club, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Georgia Retired Educators, and Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. East actively volunteered and contributed many hours in support of agriculture, agricultural education, and the FFA.  He was instrumental in organizing the Miller County FFA Alumni.  In addition to serving on the Executive Council of the Miller County FFA Alumni, he served as President of the Georgia FFA Alumni and received numerous awards, including the Georgia Outstanding Alumni Member, National Alumni Achievement Award, and National Legion of Merit Citations. Mr. East also received honorary FFA degrees at the local, state, and national levels.  Through his leadership with the FFA alumni, he formed friendships across the nation and touched the hearts of many young FFA members across Georgia.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Sandra Everson East; one son, Jason East and wife Whitney of Rome, Georgia; one daughter, Erin East of Atlanta, Georgia; two grandchildren, Gavin and Harrison East of Rome, Georgia; one brother, Felix East, Jr., of Valley, Alabama; three sisters, Mary George and husband Sonny Hay of Anchorage, Alaska, Doris Ragsdale of McDonough, Georgia, and Lynda and husband Henry Woodall of Woodland, Georgia; and several nieces and nephews.

Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Colquitt First Baptist Church Chapel Restoration Fund, 351 East Pine Street, Colquitt, GA 39837 or The Georgia FFA Foundation, PO Box 237, Swainsboro, GA 30401.

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Fred Reynolds, Jr.

December 5, 1952 – November 25, 2020

      Fred Reynolds, Jr., 67, of Colquitt, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, November 25, 2020.  Funeral services will be Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Sheffield Funeral Chapel with Rev. Andy Merritt officiating.  Interment will be at Gordon Cemetery by his parents.

Fred Reynolds, Jr., affectionately known as Junior by his family and friends, came into this world in Early County on December 5, 1952, to the late Fred, Sr., and Hattie Mae (Widner) Reynolds. He grew up in the Damascus area and graduated Early County High School Class of 1970.

The earlier part of his adult life was spent in the Albany and Cordele area where he worked with Good Year and Marvair Heating & Air Conditioning. Around 2000, Junior moved back to the Early County and Miller County area, where he lived until departing this world on November 25, 2020, at the age of 67.

Junior loved all things Georgia, especially Georgia Football and the Atlanta Braves, and racing.

He never married or had any children, but he had a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews who he spent much time with on weekends when visiting with them and his brothers.

Fred Reynolds, Jr. was preceded in death by his mother, Hattie Mae (Widner) Reynolds, and his father, Fred Reynolds, Sr.

He is survived by his brothers, Jimmy Reynolds (Cathy) of Century, Fla., Sidney Reynolds (Debra) of Colquitt, and Tony Reynolds of Donalsonville, and his nephews and nieces, Tony Reynolds, Jr., Jessica Reynolds Newberry, Kara Williams, Cameron Williams, LeAnna Reynolds, Matthew Reynolds, Laura Reynolds, Lisa Reynolds, Susanne Reynolds and Alexandria Reynolds.



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Alice Ellen Thomas Lunsford     81

     Mrs. Alice Lunsford of Delray Beach, FL, formerly of Colquitt, died at her residence Thursday, November 19, 2020. A private graveside service will be held Monday, November 23, 2020, at 2:00 PM at Mother's Home Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Cory Thomas officiating.

     Alice was born on August 4, 1939, in Donalsonville, GA, grew up in the Enterprise community. She attended Miller County High School where she met H. Ray Lunsford of the Boykin community and they were married in 1956. After high school the couple moved to Ft. Lauderdale but Mrs. Lunsford came "home" to Miller County for the birth of both her boys. Her life was dedicated to her family, raising her two boys and church. In 1985 with her boys grown and on their own she became co-owner of Newman Lunsford Inc. in Oakland Park and very active in West Lauderdale Baptist Church. She loved to play golf and spend time with her family and friends. She was a kind and loving person and will be missed by all that knew her.

     Mrs. Lunsford is survived by her son, H. Scott (Darcie) Lunsford of Delray Beach and her daughter-in-law Mary Anne Lunsford of Oakland Park; five grandchildren; Alyson (James) Eckler of Scranton, PA, Elaine (Jesse) Kuhn of Lebanon, NH, H. Charles Lunsford of Delray Beach, FL, and Elizabeth and Rebecca Lunsford of Oakland Park; three great-grandchildren, Morris Ray Eckler and Luna Rae and Owen Arthur Kuhn. Mrs. Lunsford was predeceased by her parents, Melvin C. and Wilma Bracewell Thomas, her only sibling Nell Thomas Moore, her husband of 44 years, H. Ray Lunsford, and her son Mark A. Lunsford.

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Gerald Lamar Cook     74

     Mr. Gerald Lamar Cook of Colquitt died Thursday, November 19, 2020, at his residence.  Funeral services will be Sunday, November 22, 2020, at 3:00 PM at Eldorendo Baptist Church with Rev. Mitch Royals and Rev. Stanley Phillips officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Steve Miller, Glen Sheffield, Wayne Melton, Johnny Skipper, Jess Cook, and Johnny Cook serving as active pall bearers. Visitation will be Sunday, November 22, 2020, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Eldorendo Baptist Church.

     Mr. Cook was a member of Eldorendo Baptist Church and retired from Pepsi Cola.

     He is survived by his wife, Jerrie Maddox Cook of Colquitt, GA; two daughters, Melissa "Lisa" (Otis) Brock of Bainbridge, GA, and Karen (Luke) Cook of Colquitt, GA; six grandchildren, Stephanie (Levi) Gay, Lee (Ashley) Brock, Casey Brock, Megan Brock, Phillip Cook, and Todd Cook; five great grandchildren, Kayden Cook, Liam Gay, Sawyer Gay, Adaline Brock, and Alivia Brock; and his caregiver, Angie Morgan.  Mr. Cook was preceded in death by one daughter, Dawn Pickren; his parents, Lige and Annie Ola West Cook; four brothers; and one sister.

     Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Kindred Home Health and Kindred Hospice at 432 E. Shotwell Street, Bainbridge, GA 39819.

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Alaric Gabriel Halstead    

     Alaric Gabriel Halstead, age 7 weeks and 4 days, died Sunday, November 8, 2020, at the Medical Center of Navicent Health in Macon, GA. A graveside service will be held Friday, November 13, 2020, at 3:00 PM at Boykin Church of God Cemetery with Rev. Bryan Gerstel officiating.

     He is survived by his parents, Lori Williams and Richard Lucas Halstead of Colquitt, GA; two sisters, Serenity Tesla Haire and Alexandria Rayne Haire of Colquitt, GA; one brother, Marek Emrys Halstead of Colquitt, GA; maternal grandparents, Angie Williams and Ricky Deese of Colquitt, GA; paternal grandparents, Ron and Cindy Howard of Albany, GA; and maternal great grandmother, Betty Josey of Colquitt, GA.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Max Williams and his paternal grandfather, Ricky Halstead.

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