OBITUARIES

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Local Obituaries for Valdosta, Hahira, Lake Park, Lowndes County, GA & Surrounding Areas

James Franklin Williams

James Franklin Williams

Feb 11, 2024

James Franklin Williams, age 90, of Valdosta, peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Albany, GA, on July 6, 1933, to the late Johnny B. Williams and Beulah Mae Daugherty Williams. As a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, James contributed to the historic launch of the first communications satellite...

Telmon (Danny) Daniels, Jr.

Telmon (Danny) Daniels, Jr.

Feb 10, 2024

Telmon (Danny) Daniels, Jr., aged 71, of Valdosta, peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, in Jacksonville, FL. He was born on March 28, 1952, to the late Telmon Moses Daniels, Sr. and Callie Inell Browning Daniels. Danny was a loving husband and father. Danny was the proud owner/operator of South Georgia Networking, where he found joy in his...

Maxine Tillman Kendrick

Maxine Tillman Kendrick

Feb 10, 2024

Maxine Tillman Kendrick, a woman of warmth and grace, passed away on February 10, 2024, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospice Care after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 22, 1942, to the late L. Mac and Floyce Vickers Tillman, Maxine's life was a tapestry of love and cherished moments.

Maxine enjoyed a delightful childhood. In her early years, Maxine and...

James Wilson Allen, III

James Wilson Allen, III

Feb 8, 2024

James Wilson Allen, III, of Valdosta, passed away on February 8, 2024 at Crestwood Nursing Home. He was born on February 11, 1941 in Salamanca, NY to the late James Wilson Allen, II and Helen Louise Williams Allen.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences to the family may be shared on the obituary page...

Tisha Lena Barker

Tisha Lena Barker

Feb 8, 2024

Tisha Lena Barker, 78, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024. She was born as one of eight children to the late William Kennedy and Agnes Corinne Pittman in Patterson, Georgia. Tisha was cherished for her loving spirit and caring demeanor. She was often described as a firecracker. She found joy in spending time with her family...

Patrice Simpson

Patrice Simpson

Feb 7, 2024

Patrice Shannon McNamara Simpson, 91, of Hahira, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at Fellowship Home in Valdosta. She was born on August 13, 1932, to Patrick and Henrietta Werdene McNamara in Minot, North Dakota. She is survived by her son, Michael B. Pope Sr. of Hahira; son-in-law, Rick Stone of Leesburg, Georgia; great-granddaughter, Gracie...

Marcia Sue Bentley

Marcia Sue Bentley

Feb 6, 2024

Marcia Sue Bentley passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Fellowship Home Brookside following a prolonged period of declining health. She was born December 18, 1943 and was the only child of Daniel and Cleo Katz. Her strong Christian faith sustained her through many hardships and tragedies.

Sue graduated from Valdosta High School where she led the girls' basketball team to...

James Murray Connelly

James Murray Connelly

Feb 6, 2024

In Loving Memory of James Murray Connelly

James Murray Connelly, born on October 14, 1931, peacefully departed this life on February 6, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was the cherished son of Olivin Dodge Connelly and Marie Agnes (Murray) Connelly, both of whom have preceded him in death.

Jim Connelly was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and...

Robert Consolini

Robert Consolini

Feb 6, 2024

Robert Thomas “Bob” Consolini, 92, of Valdosta, GA died on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Langdale Hospice House. Bob was born in Springfield, MA to the late Thomas Consolini and Genevieve Colligan Consolini. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1949 and then Perry Business School. He served as an airman jet mechanic in the U.S. Air Force from 1951...

James M. George

James M. George

Feb 5, 2024

James M. George, 45, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away on February 5, 2024 at North Fulton Hospital in Roswell, Georgia.

Visitation will be from 6 – 9 pm on February 8, 2024, at Georgia Funeral Care 4671 S. Main St. Acworth, Georgia.

Arrangements for graveside and burial services are arranged by Carson McLane Funeral Home. Services will be held at 4 pm...

Ronnie Anderson

Ronnie Anderson

Feb 2, 2024

Ronnie Anderson, 79, of Hahira passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center following a brief illness. He was born on October 31, 1944, in Douglas, GA, to the late Joe and Robinell Anderson. Ronnie was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served one tour of duty in the Vietnam War. Ronnie lived the...

Claire Elizabeth Holland

Claire Elizabeth Holland

Feb 2, 2024

Claire Elizabeth Holland, 33, passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2024. A resident of Gwinnett County, Claire spent her growing-up years in Valdosta. Her parents are Michael & Phyllis Holland. She attended Valwood School, Valdosta Middle and Valdosta High School and then graduated from Eckerd Academy in Suches, GA. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church and participated in...

Ora Jean Spry

Ora Jean Spry

Jan 31, 2024

Ora Jean Spry



October 8, 1931-January 31, 2024



Ora Jean, Jean to those that knew and loved her, passed away at SGMC after a valiant fight with a short illness, surrounded by her loved ones.

Jean was born to Flora Chambers Ivey and Lester L. Ivey in Cornelia, Georgia. She graduated from Bass High School in 1951. A devoted wife and mother of...

Michael Edward Mullins

Michael Edward Mullins

Jan 31, 2024

Michael “Mike” Edward Mullins passed away at his home on January 31, 2024, at the age of 68.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, James and Nancy Mullins, and one brother, Jimmy Mullins. He is survived by his daughters, Michele Redfern (Mark Redfern) of Lake Park, Shannon Watts (James Watts, Jr.) of Lake Park, grandchildren, William C. Carter, Landreigh...

Phyllis Warren Cargile

Phyllis Warren Cargile

Jan 30, 2024

Phyllis Warren Cargile passed away at her home on January 30, 2024, at the age of 59.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Lee and Junior Warren of Valdosta; sister Peggy Lee Warren; mother and father-in-law, Theta and Buddy Cargile; sister-in-law Barbara Creasy. She is survived by her husband, Hugh Cargile; son Buck (Lindsay) Cargile; grandson Cub Cargile;...

Deborah Jean Nawolski

Deborah Jean Nawolski

Jan 28, 2024

Deborah Jean Nawolski, 72, of Valdosta, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024. Born in Northampton, Massachusetts on December 29, 1951 to the late Jean and Mitchell Koldy Sr.

Debbie was known to be a thoughtful and generous gift giver. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and had a deep love for the ocean. She was a voracious reader with...

Mary Alice Copeland

Mary Alice Copeland

Jan 27, 2024

Mary Alice "Babe" Peters Copeland, of Lake Park, GA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Fellowship Home in Brooks County, GA. Born in the New Lois Community of Berrien County, Nashville GA, on September 2, 1938, she was the youngest daughter of Bernys Walker and Edna Lois Davis Peters of Nashville, GA. She attended New Lois Elementary...

Teri Elizabeth Grinsted

Teri Elizabeth Grinsted

Jan 27, 2024

Teri Elizabeth Grinsted, 50, of Valdosta, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Born on April 20, 1973, Teri was a long-time resident of Parkwood Developmental Center. Teri loved her family at Parkwood and was adored by Parkwood staff. Teri, with the assistance of her parents, advocated for improving the quality of life for disabled individuals. Teri was instrumental in...

Cathy Jean Spradley

Cathy Jean Spradley

Jan 26, 2024

Cathy Hurst Spradley, 65, of Valdosta died on Friday, January 26, 2024, at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born on December 10, 1958, in Hahira, to the late Arthur David and Inez Bullard Hurst. Cathy was a homemaker who loved fishing, going shopping, and loving and spending time with her grandchildren. She attended the Swilley Hill Church...

Shirley Anne Swain Register

Shirley Anne Swain Register

Jan 24, 2024

Shirley Anne Swain Register, a beloved member of the community, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 in Little Rock, AR, following a prolonged period of declining health. She was 89 years old. She was born in Jackson, MS to the late Samuel Alfred Swain and Sara Charlotte Hammond Swain. During Shirley’s childhood, her father worked for the Department...

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