Obituaries

Nov 15, 2025

Yvonne Janette Hadley, 78, the beloved matriarch of the Hadley Family, passed away peacefully in the presence of family on Saturday, November 15, 2025. She was born in Elizabeth, NJ to parents Leola and Willie Kirksey who preceded her in death. Yvonne’s greatest joy and achievement was her close-knit family and her flowers.

She joined Paradise M.B. Church at an early...

Nov 12, 2025

Camilla Cornelius Stephens was born on May 11th, 1935, to the late Howard Stephens and Nathaniel Stephens.

At an early age, he went to Neptune, NJ, where he lived until in 2017, when he moved back to Thomasville, GA. He had his own business in lawn services, until his health declined.

He departed his life on November 12th, 2025.

He leaves to cherish...

Nov 11, 2025

Mary Agnes Brinson Holton, age 82, was born in Metcalf, Georgia, on August 9, 1943. She was the beloved daughter of the late Thelma Ruth Daniels Brinson and the late Henry Brinson.

At an early age, Mary joined Paradise Missionary Baptist Church. She served faithfully as a Deaconess, as the church’s Financial Secretary for over 25 years, and in numerous other...

Nov 6, 2025

Luther Lee Osborn, born on May 11, 1963, peacefully departed this life on November 6, 2025. He was the beloved son of the late Henton Osborn and Willie Mae Osborn. Luther is fondly remembered as a dedicated father, brother, grandfather, and friend.He is survived by his daughter, Stacy A. Brown, and her husband, Willie Brown. Luther was proud to be...

Nov 4, 2025

Mr. Willie George Clark was born to the late Ira Lee Clark Sr. and Annie Pearl Clark on September 25, 1960 in Thomasville, GA.He attended Thomas County Schools, and later attended Evans High School in Orlando, FL.He was a dedicated entrepreneur for over 25 years in the Valdosta, GA area.On November 4, 2025, God called him home. He was preceded...

Nov 3, 2025

Floydzell Levard Sampson, born on May 24, 1965, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. He was a beloved member of his family and a cherished friend to many. Born to Florrie M. Sampson, David Sampson, Sr., and Lewis Wilson, Floydzell 's legacy is marked by resilience, love, and faith.

A graduate of Thomasville High School, Floydzell furthered his education by...

Oct 26, 2025

Garvey Lawrence Scott, affectionately known as "Do-Bee" by his immediate family, was born February 5, 1969, in Thomasville, Georgia, to Mrs. Norma H. Scott and the late John Scott.  On a rainy Sunday afternoon in Fenton, Missouri, he left his space and time surrounded by loved ones.

Garvey joined Bethany Congregation Church as a child and remained...

Oct 24, 2025

Bobby Charles Williams was born to the late Lloyd Williams and Sadie Reynolds on August 7, 1956, in Pavo, GA. At an early age, he gave his life to Christ and attended Bell Mission Holiness Church. He attended the Thomas County School System, where he graduated in the Class of 1974. During his tenure at Thomas County Central High,...

Oct 23, 2025

Elijah Ree Daniels, Jr. was born on September 5, 1940, in Thomasville, Georgia, to the late Elijah Daniels Sr. and Josephine Daniels. He peacefully departed this life on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Archbold Medical Center.

Elijah was a proud 1959 graduate of Douglass High School. He continued his education at Tuskegee University before honorably serving his...

Oct 23, 2025

Victor Brown, born on March 15, 1970, in Thomasville, passed away on October 23, 2025. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Victor is survived by his daughters, Vanesia Brown (Ra'Shaun Sr.) Florence and Victoria Brown. He was a proud grandfather to Paris Florence, Aiden Cody, Isaiah Brown, Jasiah Mitchell, Shauniya Florence, Ra'Shaun Florence, Jr., and Deon,...

Oct 21, 2025

Trenia "Pinky" Reese-Robinson, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away October 21, 2025 at the age of 47. She spent the last several years working at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital as a Health Information Management Specialist, a role she was very proud of. Trenia understood the importance of her work and the impact it had on people's lives, and she...

Oct 18, 2025

Theo Banks Jr, born on May 6, 1959, passed away on October 18, 2025. He was a graduate of Thomasville High School. Theo is survived by his daughter, Natalie Banks, and his grandson, D'Maudre J. Williams. He was a devoted nephew to his uncle and aunt, Warren and Lillie Manning. Theo will be remembered fondly by his family and...

Oct 16, 2025

Jamal Antwan Jordan was born on November 18, 1981, in Thomasville, Georgia, to Alvin H. Sampson and Beatrice Scott.  He was preceded in death by his grandfather, David "Doc" Sampson; his grandfather, Nathaniel Alfonso Jordan; his grandmother, Florrie Mae Sampson; and his grandmother, Mary Ellis Jordan.  Jamal accepted Christ as his personal Lord and Savior and was baptized at...

Oct 10, 2025

On April 7, 1956, Ilean was born in Thomasville, GA. She was the fourth child of the late Willie J. Williams and the late Willie P. Williams. She was the granddaughter of Martha Williams and Lillian Davis.

At an early age, she became a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church of Thomasville, GA.

Ilean leaves...

Oct 6, 2025

Mr. Willie Clyde Thompson was born August 7th, 1949, to the late Johnny and Annie Bell Thompson in Irwin County, GA. On June 20, 1970, he was joined in holy matrimony to the late Mrs. Brenda Thompson, who was the love of his life. They were both members of the Pentecostal Church of the Living God in Melbourne, FL,...

Sep 30, 2025

In my business, that's what he always said. Just ask him a question, and he says "there you go, in my business." He was a private man. Born and raised in Ochlocknee, Georgia. He left after graduation and joined the United States Marine to become an official "Jarhead." After serving, he worked for the government accomplishing many obstacles with...

Sep 25, 2025

Our dearly beloved, Ms. Priscilla (CillaAnn) Ann Jenkins, was born to this Earth on March 25, 1957, to the late Charles Smith and Doris Jenkins in Thomas County, GA. She was raised and loved also by the late Leroy Jenkins. She accepted Christ at an early age. She graduated from the class of 1976 at Central High School in...

Sep 23, 2025

Tyonia was the epitome of what a mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and good friend should be. Tyonia was the eldest child of Sholonda Williams Smith and Allen Christopher Perry. She was born on January 14, 1992, at Mitchell County Hospital in Camilla, GA. She attended school at Pelham High School, Pelham, GA. Tee later received her certification as...

Sep 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Josephine Smith Moore, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world on September 23, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on December 20, 1948, in Grady County, Josephine was the cherished daughter of the late Robert Lee Smith and Mary Dean Smith.

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Sep 12, 2025

Vonda Kay Adams left us on September 12, 2025, at the age of 53. She was born on December 12, 1971, in Orlando, Florida to the late Annie Pearl and the late Ira Lee Clark.

Vonda was a vibrant spirit known for her love of travel, shopping, and creating joyful memories with family and friends. A proud...