Jessica Jones Anderson
Jun 4, 2026
Jessica Jones Anderson was born on August 27, 1958, in Miami, Florida, to William Jones Sr. and Pauline B. Jones.Growing up, Jessica joined the church, where she developed a strong faith and love for the Lord. She later met and married the love of her life, Paul Anderson. Together, they shared a devoted marriage grounded in faith and love.Jessica dedicated...
Annie Pearl Bighams
Jun 2, 2026
Mrs. Annie Pearl Bighams was born on June 21, 1950, in Marianna, Florida, to the late Exie Mae Jones and Odell Jones Sr. She peacefully departed this life on June 2, 2026.
Annie Pearl was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was known for her kindness, strength, and devotion to her family. She was united in holy matrimony...
Requetta Turner Kalip
May 31, 2026
Mrs. Requetta Turner Kalip, daughter of Elder Oscar Turner and the late Carolyn Turner, was born on January 11, 1973, in Thomasville, Georgia, at Archbold Memorial Hospital.
Requetta attended Thomas County Central High School in Thomasville, Georgia, and graduated with the Class of 1992. At an early age, she joined Mt. Sinai Apostolic Church.
On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Requetta peacefully departed...
Glenn Norris Stringer
May 29, 2026
Mr Glenn Norris Stringer, also known as Fat and Mr G, was born on June 30, 1962 in Thomasville, GA to Mydria and Helen Stringer. He transitioned on May 29, 2026 in Thomasville, GA at his home.
At an early age he gave his life to Christ at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church where he would later become a Deacon serving on...
Jimmy Dwight Sanders
May 28, 2026
Deacon Jimmy Dwight Sanders was born on August 14, 1956, in Cairo, Georgia, to the late Mose Sanders and Annie Mae Sanders. At an early age, he accepted Christ and joined Wilson Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, where he faithfully served for many years. He worked diligently wherever he was needed and served as Sunday School Superintendent for an extended period.After...
Vera Smith
May 28, 2026
Mrs. Vera Smith, age 73, entered eternal rest on May 28, 2026. She was born on January 24, 1953, in Thomas County, Georgia, to the late Robert B. Thomas Sr. and Johnnie Mae McCray Thomas.
Vera was educated in the Thomas County School System and was a proud 1971 graduate of Thomasville High School. Committed to lifelong learning, she furthered her...
Herman Hadley, Jr.
May 22, 2026
Herman Hadley, Jr. was born on May 24, 1943 to the late Herman Hadley, Sr. and Bessie Mae Wright. At an early age, he stepped in adulthood and responsibilities. He began working to help provide for his family. He later dedicated over 30 Years of service to Balfour Lumber Company.Herman was known as a dedicated and hardworking man who deeply...
Flora Jean Jackson
May 21, 2026
Flora Jean Jackson was born on February 20, 1953, to the late Remer and Carrie Bell Davis in Thomas County.
Flora graduated from Thomas County Central High School as a member of the Class of 1971. She later continued her education at Walton Tech in Thomasville.
Flora gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was a member of Silver...
Patricia Ann Hill
May 20, 2026
Ms. Patricia Ann Hill was born on June 27, 1965. She was the youngest beloved daughter of the late Jonathan C Hill and Ola Hill.She lived in Thomasville, GA. She became a member of St Luke CME church at an early age. She received her early education in the Thomasville City School system. She graduated with the class of 1983...
Lindsay Eugene Battle Sr.
May 20, 2026
Deacon Lindsay Eugene Battle Sr. was born on September 8, 1955, in Thomasville, Georgia, to the late Joseph and Elizabeth Battle. He was the seventh child in a close-knit family and was raised on Teddy Street and South Street alongside his siblings: John Lee Jones, Bobby Joe Battle, Lorenzo Battle, Charles Battle, Pearl Battle, Willie Battle, and Deborah Battle. Together,...
Leroy Markham Floyd
May 20, 2026
Mr. Leroy Markham Floyd, also known as “Frog,” was born on January 7, 1961, to the late William and Leona Floyd in Thomasville, GA.
He accepted Christ at an early age. He was a member of Mt. Pilgram Missionary Baptist Church. He attended Thomasville City Schools. He was known as “Frog” to his friends.
He leaves to cherish his memory, four sisters,...
Joevondel C McKenzie
May 19, 2026
Joevondel C McKenzie peacefully transitioned in her sleep on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, after a courageous four-year battle with ALS. She was 68 years old.
Born at the family home in Thomasville, Georgia, on July 8, 1957, Joevondel was the eldest of six children born to Robbie L Farmer and Willie L Farmer. She entered the world with the help of...
Lisa Patterson
May 18, 2026
Ms. Lisa Patterson was born on December 31, 1968, to Shirley Nathan in Thomasville, Georgia. She peacefully departed this life on May 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and cherished memories.
Lisa was a proud graduate of Thomas County Central High School, Class of 1987. She furthered her education at Fort Valley State University, where she earned her...
Betty Harper
May 14, 2026
Betty Harper was born on May 14, 1943 to Willie and Maurice Pettis in Thomasville, GA.
She attended the historic Douglass Middle & High School. Later in life Ms Harper attended Walton and Thomas Technical Schools. She went on to receive an associate degree from Birdwood College now known as Thomas University. Ms Harper’s professional history includes being the first black...
Dorothy Walden
May 14, 2026
Mother, affectionately known as Roo, was called to her Eternal home on May 14th 2026. She was born February 5th 1943 in Boston, GA to Johnny Leaphart and Henrietta Mays. She attended and graduated from New Union School in Boston, Georgia. Roo married Mose Walden Jr on October 4th, 1959. To this Union six girls were born; Cherlyn, Lynn, Cynthia,...
James Anthony Richardson
May 13, 2026
James Anthony Richardson, known as Cat to the family and friends, departed this earth on May 13th at his home.
James was born in Boston, Georgia, where he was raised by his father, John Russell Richardson, and his mother, Mary Dunbar Richardson. James attended Thomas County Central High School and was a jack of all trades. He loved spending time with...
Robert Turner, Jr.
May 12, 2026
OBITUARYRobert Turner, Jr., the son of the late Mattie Weldon-Turner and Robert Turner, Sr., was born in Dawson, GA.Loved by everyone who knew him. He will be greatly missed.Robert Turner was a member of Mount Sinai Apostolic Faith Church. Robert was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Mattie M. Turner. To this union, ten children were born; three preceded...
Alma Boddie
May 11, 2026
Alma Boddie was born on October 22, 1938, to Otis and Josie Franklin in Thomasville, GA.Alma accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age. She attended Clifford Temple CME Church while in Thomasville, GA. Once she moved to Atlanta, GA, she became a member of World Changers International.Alma graduated from Douglass High School in 1955. After graduating, she worked...
Shedarius Terreon Dondre’ Cochran
May 10, 2026
Today, we gather to celebrate the Life and Legacy of Shedarius Terreon Dondre’ Cochran, lovingly known as “BGM Smoke” and “Loc”, 32, of Wichita Falls, TX, who departed this life too soon on May 10, 2026, at United Regional Hospital in Wichita Falls, TX. He was born on July 9, 1993, at Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville, GA. He brought...
Dovie Mae Jones
May 7, 2026
Dovie Mae Jones was born in Luling, Texas on June 23, 1943 to the late Connie and Margie Clack-Johnson of San Antonio, Texas. In 1962, she met and married Dr. Leon Jones of Thomasville, Georgia. From this union was born three children; two daughters, Deborah (Larry) Roberson of Los Angeles California, Tanya Jones (Willie) of Thomasville, Georgia, and a son,...
