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

John Michael King

John Michael King

Feb 21, 2024

John Michael King, 67, a resident of  Sandy Springs, GA, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Born on December 13, 1956, in Waco, TX, to the late Joseph Henry King and Mary Sutliff King.

John was a graduate of Valdosta State University and a successful CPA. His interests included stock market predictions, nurturing his garden, and cherishing moments with...

Hazel Stansel

Hazel Stansel

Feb 21, 2024

Hazel Stansel age 89, of Dalton and formerly of Valdosta, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Hamilton Medical Center.

Hazel was born September 4, 1934 to the late Edwin Walter White and Edna Marie White of Dixie, Ga, and was also preceded in death by her husband, James Stansel; son, Jerald "Jerry" Stansel; and her...

Paul Jamison Cohran

Paul Jamison Cohran

Feb 20, 2024

Paul Jamison Cohran, 37, of Valdosta, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center following a period of declining health.   Paul was an Eagle Scout, Class of 2004, from Troop 228 chartered by Douglasville First United Methodist Church.   He had also been a Nationally Registered Advanced Emergency Medical Technician since 2004.  Paul was a...

James Edward Strickland

James Edward Strickland

Feb 15, 2024

James Edward Strickland of Echols County, Georgia passed away in his home on February 15, 2024. He was born in Echols County, Georgia on April 13, 1938. James, known to many as “Strick” was an enthusiastic farmer and grew everything from timber to beans. He took his first and last breaths on the land he farmed most of his life....

James Wright Blease

James Wright Blease

Feb 15, 2024

James Wright Blease, 80, of Nashville, died on Thursday, February 15, 2024, in Warner Robins. Born in Pavo to the late James Hartwell Blease and Mary Wright Blease, he grew up in Barney and attended schools there. He went on to Georgia Military College in Milledgeville and then to business college in Atlanta. He built his career in upper management...

Jackie "Jack"  Edwards Davis

Jackie "Jack" Edwards Davis

Feb 15, 2024

Jackie “Jack” Edwards Davis, 77, of Valdosta, GA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on February 15, 2024, after a battle with esophageal cancer.

He was born on October 2, 1946, in Lansing, Michigan to Gayle and Virginia (nee Perdue) Davis. Jackie attended Charlotte High School and was an over-the-road truck driver for most of his career. Jackie...

Michael  L. Rigg

Michael L. Rigg

Feb 14, 2024

Michael L. Rigg, 81, of Valdosta, died on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Fellowship Home Brookside. He was born on April 25, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio to the late George and Christine Barber Rigg. Mr. Rigg was a veteran of the United States Navy having served during the Cuban Missile Crisis and was retired from the United States Postal Service...

Brandon "Seth" Lavon Jarvis-Mixer

Brandon "Seth" Lavon Jarvis-Mixer

Feb 12, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing Brandon “Seth” LaVon Jarvis-Mixer a beloved son, brother, and friend who left us far too soon at the age of 16. Brandon was born on November 11, 2007, and went to be with his lord and savior Jesus Christ on February 12, 2024. Brandon lived in Summerville, SC and was born in...

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...

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...

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...

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