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Anthony Smith

Anthony Smith

Nov 11, 2021

Mr. Anthony John Smith, 57, was born November 19, 1963 in Thomasville, GA to the late John Henry Smith and Ella Mae Smith.

He graduated from Thomasville High School class of 1982 and worked as a truck driver for Cargo transportation for the past 16 years.

He leaves to cherish his memories, two daughters, Shawntrel...

Overseer Janette Hopkins Branch

Overseer Janette Hopkins Branch

Nov 11, 2021

Overseer Janette Hopkins Branch was born and educated in Woodlyn, Delaware County, Pennsylvania. She was one of nine siblings born to James and Evangelist Georgia M. Hopkins (Roberts). At an early age, she joined the Fairview Baptist Church in Woodlyn as a candidate for baptism under the pastorate of the late Reverend Charles Cunningham.

Her gift of...

Larry Sharp, Sr.

Larry Sharp, Sr.

Nov 9, 2021

Larry Sharp, Sr was born on September 30, 1955 to the late Hamp Sharp, Sr. and Alline Sharp in Thomas County, GA.

He departed this earth on November 9, 2021.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Anthony Cliett, Patrice Reynolds, Larry Sharp, Jr. And Janelle Sharp; three grandchildren and one great grandchild; his...

James Graham

James Graham

Nov 6, 2021

The Life & Legacy of James Graham "To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, a time to die…." Eccl. 3:1-2 A Time to Be Born….. James Graham, affectionally known as, "Coodie" by family and friends, was born in the Lassac Community on June 18, 1932 to...

James Greene, Jr.

James Greene, Jr.

Oct 31, 2021

A person's true wealth is the good he or she does in the world." ~ Nazir Mohammed

Rev. James Napoleon Greene Jr, transitioned to his eternal home in the early hours of 31 October 2021. Rev. Greene dedicated his life to service. He taught in multiple Georgia public-school systems throughout his more than 40 years, teaching various...

Master Quintarious Mitchell

Master Quintarious Mitchell

Oct 28, 2021

Master Quintarious Casey Mitchell was born on October 26, 2021 to Sakeria T. Jones and Quintarious A. Mitchell, whom will miss him dearly.

He also leaves to cherish is memory, his grandparents, Kelanda (Johnny) Williams, Latasha Thomas, Lui C. Mitchell; Terrell Barnhill, Jimmy Gardner; step mother, Latoya Thomas; great grandparents, Cynthia Jones, Arthur Curtis, Willie (Brenda) Akery,...

Alfred Cole

Alfred Cole

Oct 17, 2021

On October 17, 2021, Alfred Lee Cole, departed his life after a brief illness at Archbold Memorial Hospital. Alfred was born on June 21,1960 in Barwick, Georgia to the late Helen Cole Adams and the late Jimmie Hightower. He was a firm believer in Christ and he was ready to face his creator with a humble heart. He worked...

Joyce Yates

Joyce Yates

Oct 14, 2021

Joyce Rochelle Yates, daughter of Mahulda Yates- Williams and Kerry Alexander, was born March 11, 1984, in Camilla, GA.

She attended Mitchell Baker High School and later graduated from Home Study International in 2005. On October 14, 2021, Joyce's life was taken from us so suddenly in Atlanta, GA.

If anyone asks what is remembered...

Ella Manning

Ella Manning

Oct 14, 2021

Mrs. Ella M. Manning passed away on October 14, 2021. She was born on September 26, 1947 in Thomasville, Georgia. Ella was the daughter of Ernest Ponder and Alice May Ponder.She grew up in the Centennial Community, later residing in Thomasville. She attended Douglass High School. Ella was best known for her amazing, sweet, and outgoing personality. She was...

Junior Williams

Junior Williams

Oct 10, 2021

The Obituary Junior Williams was born on October 27, 1940 to the late Julian Biggins and the late Rosa Lee Williams-Biggins.

In 1962, Junior joined the United States Army. After his time in the Army, he moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL, where he lived until he returned to Thomasville, GA. He worked for Green's Backhoe for years,...

Benjamin Mccaskill

Benjamin Mccaskill

Sep 28, 2021

Benjamin McCaskill was born on December 20, 1960 to Mrs. Shirley Ruth McCaskill and Mr. Benjamin McCaskill.

He was a big die hard football fan, from Friday Night High School Football to NFL. Benny was a devoted husband, father, brother and uncle, with a heart of gold. He was very sweet, kind and humble. He never turn...

Brian Barnes

Brian Barnes

Sep 27, 2021

Our Father God blessed Mr. Tommy and Linda Barnes of Thomasville, Georgia on September 10, 1973 with their youngest son, Brian Jerome Barnes, better known as "Papa B" by his grandchildren. Brian accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He graduated in Thomasville High School's Class of 1992. He attended Union College where he and the 1992 Union...

Loleatha Sexion

Loleatha Sexion

Sep 23, 2021

Ms Loleatha Sexion was born in Thomasville, GA on June 10, 1955 to Lillie Mae Sexion and Haward Trutlin.

Loleatha Sexion attended Thomasville High School.

Lekey, as everyone called her, was a wonderful, loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, partner and friend. She loved making everyone laugh with jokes and stories, with the personality to match....

Leatha Boone

Leatha Boone

Sep 21, 2021

Ms. Leatha Boone was born on May 1st, 1950 to the late Willis Boone and Alice Lewis Boone in Ochlocknee, Ga. Although she relocated to Tampa, Florida at an early age, there was no place like home. She loved to visit her family and go fishing (one of her favorite hobbies). While she resided in Tampa, Leatha worked in...

Vangie Thomas

Vangie Thomas

Sep 20, 2021

Vangie Lee Thomas, lovingly known by her family as Vangeline. Vangie was born on May 6, 1941 to the late Ida Pearle Jackson Lawson, and the late Romie Knight. Vangie transitioned from this Earth on September 20, 2021. Mrs. Thomas went to school in Boston, Georgia. She gave her life to God at an early age. Vangie attended Richland...

Debora Atkinson

Debora Atkinson

Sep 19, 2021

Debora Elaine Atkinson was born on November 17, 1960 in Manhattan, New York to the late Alexander Foster and the late Anne Louise Carrington Foster.

Debora attended and graduated Andrew Jackson High School in 1981.Later in life she move to Orlando fl.where she met and married the love of her life.She worked tirelessly in the health care...

Henry Preston Shaw

Henry Preston Shaw

Sep 12, 2021

Henry Preston Shaw was born on February 27, 1995 to Mr. Henry Shaw and Mrs. Eva Humphreys Shaw. He is grandson of the late Reverend Erastus and Mrs. Elizabeth Humphreys and Mr. Jim and Mrs. Nettie Mae Shaw.

Preston, as he was called by everyone, accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age....

Dollie Mae Ivey

Dollie Mae Ivey

Sep 9, 2021

Dollie Mae lvey was born on September 2, 1923. She passed September 9, 2021.

She was married to the late George Ivey. She was a member of the New Olive Grove. She was a member of the Eastern Star.

Dollie Ivey leaves to her cherish memories, her son, Larry Harris and a host of grandchildren,...

Rena Smith

Rena Smith

Sep 8, 2021

Rena Mae Mitchell Smith, 54, of Thomasville, Georgia passed peacefully on September 8, 2021.

She was born on December 22, 1966 in Thomasville, Georgia to Pauline Mitchell and the late David Coleman.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband, Anthony Smith, children, Tarika Mitchell, Shree Mitchell, Antoin (Ruth) Michell; sisters, Jewel Johnson, Wilnita Mitchell,...

Kimberly Walden

Kimberly Walden

Sep 7, 2021

Kimberly Lashon Walden was born on July 26, 1979 in Thomasville, GA to Lillie Logan Walden and the late Willie Roy Walden, who preceded her in death. She was called to her Heavenly resting place on September 7, 2021 at Archbold Hospital. She accepted Christ at an early while attending Paradise Missionary Baptist Church with family.

She...

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