Obituaries

Mar 4, 2026

T.C. Sanders was born August 22, 1928, in Thomasville, GA. He was the son of the late Sam and Alberta Sanders.He graduated from Douglass High School in 1947 and was an active member of the chorus and workshop. He retired from Sunnyland Foods after 38 years of employment. T.C. accepted Christ at a very early age at Providence Missionary Baptist...

Mar 3, 2026

Obituary for Levi SirmonsLevi Sirmons was born on November 1, 1965, to the late Levi Sirmons and Elizabeth Sirmons.In the mid-1980s, he found Jesus Christ and began evangelizing after many personal trials that helped him understand his purpose and calling. Levi believed he was called to teach and serve those who could not be reached through traditional churches. This led...

Mar 3, 2026

Delma Percola Coston was born on June 11, 1939, to the late Warren Spivey and the late Gertrude Conage Spivey in Thomasville, GA. She departed this life on March 3, 2026.

Delma Coston married the love of her life, John Coston, on May 14, 1955. They shared a loving marriage until his passing on December 17, 2009. Together, they were blessed...

Mar 1, 2026

A courageous life came to a peaceful end on Sunday morning, March 1, 2026, when Mother Helen Addison Hayes departed this earthly life to eternal rest in the comfort of her home.

Helen was born on April 20, 1944, in Whigham, Georgia, the youngest daughter of the late Yank Addison Sr. and Lonnie Mae Smart Addison. At an early age, she...

Feb 28, 2026

Walter Walden, Jr. was born on January 10, 1955 to the lateWalter Walden Sr., and Ardelle Holland Clark in Thomasville, GA.

Walter matriculated in the Thomasville City School system, and went on to pursue an undergraduate degree at Thomas College. He was the Chairman Deacon at Eagles' Nest Deliverance Tabernacle in Thomasville, GA where he was a lifelong member. Walter was...

Feb 24, 2026

Deacon Tommy Charles “Sonny” Baety was born on December 24, 1941, to his parents, the late Tom Baety and the late Jessie Bell Lee Baety McCall. On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, God called Tommy’s name. He boarded the glory train with his ticket stamped as “Heaven” as his final destination.

He graduated from Magnolia High School in Thomasville, Ga. Retired from...

Feb 24, 2026

Eddie Cason was born on August 25, 1953 to the late Peter Cason and the late Doretha Morris.

Eddie Cason was born and raised in Thomas County where he lived all his life. He was a farm worker for Jeff Willis Farm for years, until his health declined.

He transitioned from this life on February 24, 2026.

He leaves to cherish his memories,...

Feb 23, 2026

Jarvia Jermarrion Thomas, was born October 25, 2004 to Robertina Jones and Jermaine Thomas in Thomasville, GA. He departed this life on February 23, 2026 in Tallahassee, FL.

Jarvia accepted CHRIST at an early age at Disciples of Jesus Ministries in Thomasville, GA, where he was baptized.

Jarvia attended Thomas County Central High School for three years and obtained his GED at...

Feb 22, 2026

Feb 16, 2026

Reginald L. Robinson was born on June 10, 1974, in Quitman, Georgia, to the late William A. Robinson and the late Joyce Scott Robinson. He peacefully won his race on February 16, 2026.

He was married to the late Sara Jones Robinson. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Willie Fred Scott...

Feb 11, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Isaac "Ike" Hadley, who departed this world on February 11, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on November 25, 1964, in Thomasville, Georgia. Isaac was a son, father, devoted brother, and a friend to many. His sudden passing has left a void in the hearts of all who...

Feb 4, 2026

Charles Diggs Jr. was born on September 25, 1971, in Shreveport, to the late Charles Diggs Sr. and Vanina Hagins Diggs.He leaves to cherish his memory one sister, June Vanina Diggs Richardson and her husband, Charlie J. Richardson Jr.; one brother, Patrick Lee Diggs; and one niece, Kendra Leigh Diggs. He also leaves behind a host of uncles, aunts, cousins,...

Feb 2, 2026

Bobby Earl Wade was born on October 11, 1955, to the late Eddie Lee Wade and the late Vina Dean Wade.He joined Saint Luke CME Church at an early age. He was a choir member and attended regularly until he became ill. He attended Thomasville High School. He later moved to Saint Petersburg, FL, where he worked as a Tile...

Jan 31, 2026

Gloria Jean Randall was born to the late Jessie Bell Revels (Bobby Revels) and Matthew Swarn in Mitchell County, GA, on December 29, 1958. She attended the Thomas City School System, graduating as part of the Class of 1979, and lived in Thomas County for the remainder of her life.

Gloria enjoyed fishing and shopping at yard sales. Most of all,...

Jan 30, 2026

Roosevelt Hayes, Jr., also known as “Pay Pay” or “Pop,” was born in Tallahassee, Florida, to the late Roosevelt Hayes, Sr., and Queen Meeks Hayes Austin. He was the second of nine children.

Roosevelt attended Leon High School. He worked as a master carpenter and mechanic, but overall, he was a handyman skilled in many trades.

Roosevelt was a loving and caring...

Jan 30, 2026

Shirley Battle was born on May 8, 1945, in Thomasville, Georgia, to Arthur Battle Sr. and Gladys Battle.She was educated in the Ochlocknee school system.She accepted Christ at an early age in Ochlocknee, Georgia, at Midway Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Woodruff. Growing up, she enjoyed singing in the family gospel group.She united in holy matrimony to Ralph...

Jan 26, 2026

Mr. Isaac Allen, Jr., age 55, was born on November 3, 1970, in Thomasville, Georgia. He attended Thomasville High School, where he graduated in 1989. After graduating from high school, he relocated to Augusta, Georgia, where he made his home and formed lasting friendships.

Isaac, Jr., passed away on January 26, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by...

Jan 25, 2026

Mr. Tyrik Ahmon Jackson was born on June 6, 1997, to Melissa Jackson-Hines and Willie James Robinson. Tyrik was born on his mother’s birthday, a moment that made that day even more meaningful and joyful for their family. Tyrik accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age in Thomasville, GA. He attended Bishop Hall Charter School.Tyrik was...

Jan 24, 2026

Felica Beckham was born on June 25, 1962, in Mobile, Alabama, to the late James Beckham and Flora May Beckham. She departed this life on January 24, 2026. She is remembered as a beacon of strength and positivity, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to faith and love despite the challenges she faced due to her disability.Throughout her life, Felica embodied resilience,...

Jan 21, 2026

Robert Wiggs peacefully made the transition from this life on January 21st, 2026 at the age of 74.

Robert was born to the late Malachi Wiggs and Alice Robinson Wiggs in Thomasville, Georgia, on January 25th, 1951. Robert was baptized at Rebecca Missionary Baptist Church (Thomasville, Georgia) at an early Childhood age. He was a 1968 graduate of Magnolia High School....