Linda Ann Mathews Williams, age 71 of Baxley, passed away Friday, September 7, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah.
Ms. Williams was born May 30, 1947 in Hazlehurst to the late Ernest & Tillie Brooks Mathews. She was a member of Crosby Chapel United Methodist Church and was retired from the United States Department of Agriculture.
Survivors include her daughters and sons in law, Zandra and Stacey Hutchinson of Baxley, Cheryl and Scott Tillery of Houston, TX and Rhonda and Stacey Edwards of Hazlehurst; grandchildren, Tyler and Tori White, Cody Edwards, Landon White, Cade Edwards and Emma Grace Hutchinson; great grandson, Kanon White; brothers and sisters in law, Bill and Amogene Mathews and Bobby and Carolyn Mathews; several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held Monday, September 10, at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home. Reverend Buddy Coss, Reverend Tommy Daniels and Reverend Bobby Gale officiated. Eulogies were given by her daughters. Interment followed in Crosby Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Tyler White, Landon White, Cade Edwards, Bryan Mathews Shawn Mathews and Jimmy White. Honorary pallbearers were members of Crosby Chapel Church, Pee Wee and Eula Mae Edwards, Wanda Kersey and Mary Baxley. Musical selections were rendered by Trish White and David Williams.
Remembrances may be made to the Crosby Chapel Building Fund, 1499 Nail Road, Baxley, GA 31513
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
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LENA FAYE LEWIS
Lena Faye Lewis, age 80, of Jacksonville, Florida died Wednesday, September 5, 2018.
Mrs. Lewis was born April 18, 1938 in Appling County to the late Emmitt F. Williamson and the late Minnie Aycock Williamson. She was the former owner of Lem Turner Outlet and was a Deli Manager for 16 years. Mrs. Lewis was a good businesswoman, loving mother and wanted to help anyone. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Lewis, granddaughter, Nikki Shirley, brother, Quincy “Champ” Williamson, sisters, Nadean Williamson Wilkins, Alvalene Williamson Stone and Betty June Williamson Lewis.
Survivors include her daughter, Charlotte Shirley of Jacksonville, Florida; son, Elmer F. Lewis of Jacksonville, Florida; grandchildren, Steven Sharpe, Christopher Lewis, Shane Michael Lewis, Joseph Sheperd and Joshua Shirley; great grandchildren, Shabaistan Sheperd, Joshua Shirley, Jr., Sage Sharpe and Sophia Sharpe; brother, Harold B. Williamson of Baxley.
Funeral services were held Friday, September 14, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Reverend Justin McLellan officiating. Interment followed in Antioch Congregational Christian Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers were Jody Stone, Raven Lewis, Dale Williamson, Danny Williamson, Donald Aycock and Steven Sharpe.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Lewis was born April 18, 1938 in Appling County to the late Emmitt F. Williamson and the late Minnie Aycock Williamson. She was the former owner of Lem Turner Outlet and was a Deli Manager for 16 years. Mrs. Lewis was a good businesswoman, loving mother and wanted to help anyone. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Lewis, granddaughter, Nikki Shirley, brother, Quincy “Champ” Williamson, sisters, Nadean Williamson Wilkins, Alvalene Williamson Stone and Betty June Williamson Lewis.
Survivors include her daughter, Charlotte Shirley of Jacksonville, Florida; son, Elmer F. Lewis of Jacksonville, Florida; grandchildren, Steven Sharpe, Christopher Lewis, Shane Michael Lewis, Joseph Sheperd and Joshua Shirley; great grandchildren, Shabaistan Sheperd, Joshua Shirley, Jr., Sage Sharpe and Sophia Sharpe; brother, Harold B. Williamson of Baxley.
Funeral services were held Friday, September 14, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Reverend Justin McLellan officiating. Interment followed in Antioch Congregational Christian Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers were Jody Stone, Raven Lewis, Dale Williamson, Danny Williamson, Donald Aycock and Steven Sharpe.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
CAROL DEAN SURRENCY
Mrs. Carol Dean Surrency passed away on September 10, 2018. She was born January 10, 1937 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the late William Henry Stewart and the late Lucille Dixon Stewart.
Carol Dean Stewart received her early education in public schools of Dade County, FL and her high school education in Statesboro. After graduation she attended Spellman College in Atlanta where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Education.
Carol Dean Surrency came to Appling County in 1958 where she met and married the late James Surrency, Sr. She began her teaching career in the Appling County School System teaching Music , English and Spanish. In 1973 she attended the University of Missouri in Columbia and received her Masters of Education. In 1999 she was selected Teacher of the Year for Appling County Primary School.
After forty years of teaching she decided to retire. Throughout her teaching career she was active in the local and national Association of Educators. She was a member of the Retired Educators Association.
In early years, Carol Dean Surrency was a member of Thankful New Jersey Baptist Church where she served in ministry faithfully. In her later years she united with Rachael Missionary Baptist Church and was a member until her death.
She leaves to cherish her memories a devoted son James Surrency, Jr. (Emma) of Baxley, a devoted daughter, Kay Hillmon Berry (Drexel) of Snellville; a special stepdaughter; Brenda Carter (John) of Baxley; two grandsons: Drexzavier Berry and D’Ondra Berry, both of Snellville. She will also be missed by a host of cousins, other relatives, and sorrowing friends.
Her Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday September 15, 2018 11:00 a.m. at Rachael Missionary Baptist. The Invocation was given by Elder James F. Carter, Scripture was given by Reverend Dexter Edwards, (Old Testamant) and Reverend Zach Walton (New Testament). Musical Selections were given by the Church Choir and Ms. Dell Myers. Poem recited by Missionary Jackie Edwards. Words of Comfort were given by Dr. Kendall Bennamon.
Active Pallbearers: Charles Carter, Adam Bell, Reggie Bell, Reggie Jones, Kenny Jones, and Johnny B. Williams. Honorary Pallbearers: Deacons and Deaconess of Rachael Missionary Baptist Church and Appling County Retired Teachers. Interment was held at Rachael Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Repast was held at Rachael Missionary Baptist Church Social Hall.
Professional services entrusted to C.M. Brown Funeral Home.
Carol Dean Stewart received her early education in public schools of Dade County, FL and her high school education in Statesboro. After graduation she attended Spellman College in Atlanta where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Education.
Carol Dean Surrency came to Appling County in 1958 where she met and married the late James Surrency, Sr. She began her teaching career in the Appling County School System teaching Music , English and Spanish. In 1973 she attended the University of Missouri in Columbia and received her Masters of Education. In 1999 she was selected Teacher of the Year for Appling County Primary School.
After forty years of teaching she decided to retire. Throughout her teaching career she was active in the local and national Association of Educators. She was a member of the Retired Educators Association.
In early years, Carol Dean Surrency was a member of Thankful New Jersey Baptist Church where she served in ministry faithfully. In her later years she united with Rachael Missionary Baptist Church and was a member until her death.
She leaves to cherish her memories a devoted son James Surrency, Jr. (Emma) of Baxley, a devoted daughter, Kay Hillmon Berry (Drexel) of Snellville; a special stepdaughter; Brenda Carter (John) of Baxley; two grandsons: Drexzavier Berry and D’Ondra Berry, both of Snellville. She will also be missed by a host of cousins, other relatives, and sorrowing friends.
Her Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday September 15, 2018 11:00 a.m. at Rachael Missionary Baptist. The Invocation was given by Elder James F. Carter, Scripture was given by Reverend Dexter Edwards, (Old Testamant) and Reverend Zach Walton (New Testament). Musical Selections were given by the Church Choir and Ms. Dell Myers. Poem recited by Missionary Jackie Edwards. Words of Comfort were given by Dr. Kendall Bennamon.
Active Pallbearers: Charles Carter, Adam Bell, Reggie Bell, Reggie Jones, Kenny Jones, and Johnny B. Williams. Honorary Pallbearers: Deacons and Deaconess of Rachael Missionary Baptist Church and Appling County Retired Teachers. Interment was held at Rachael Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Repast was held at Rachael Missionary Baptist Church Social Hall.
Professional services entrusted to C.M. Brown Funeral Home.
MARILYN ANNETTE DEAN ZACHER WOOD HIERS
Marilyn Annette Dean Zacher Wood Hiers, age 81 of Baxley, passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Appling Healthcare System.
Mrs. Hiers was born October 2, 1936 in Appling County to the late Dudley Adonis Dean and the late Sadie Marie McNeal Dean. She was a member of First Baptist Church and loved to fish, read, play cards and loved her family. Mrs. Hiers was a hard worker and her main goal in life was to make people laugh and smile with her wonderful ability to tell jokes. She was preceded in death by her husbands, James Wilbur Zacher, Alvin Hunter Wood, Sr. and James A. Hiers; her brothers, Elwood, D. A., Red, Stanford, and Van Allen; and her sister, Lois Marie; step son, Alvin Hunter Wood, Jr. and a step grandson, John Franklin.
Survivors include her daughter and son in law, Lanette and Reverend Joe Ferguson of Baxley; sons and daughters in law, J. Darrell Zacher of Clemson, South Carolina, Leslie and Sandy Mier of Daytona Beach, Florida and Butch and Denise Wood of Baxley; step daughters, Marie (Alan) Gillingham of Baxley and Suzanne (Bobby) Franklin of Dawsonville; step daughter-in-law, Ann Wood of Baxley; sisters, Carolyn Watson of Fernandina Beach, Florida, Sandra Turner and Sonja Crews both of Baxley and Jennifer Snyder of Jacksonville, Florida; brother, Randy Dean of Staten Island, New York. Grandchildren, Amy Carter, Josh Zacher, Dara Zacher, Tonya Garner, Tracie McLean, Justin Harper, Austin Music, Dalton Music, Clay Ferguson, Lacy Washburn, and Tiffany Mier and step grandchildren, Rob Williford, Melissa Hester, Russ Franklin, Tate Wood and Shan Thomas and great grandchildren, Erica Carter, Alysa Carter, Dawson Zacher, Carson Zacher, Bryson Bracewell, Brogan Tomberlin, Ava Wilmore, Khalil Wilmore, Luke Lightsey, Ames Garner, Joshua McLean, Kirsten McLean, Torah McLean, Harley Harper, Haley Harper, Parker Jo Washburn and Chandler Washburn and several step great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held Thursday, September 6, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Joe Ferguson officiating and a eulogy by Lanette Ferguson. Interment followed in Ten Mile Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers were Logan Zacher, Joshua McLean, Clay Ferguson, Brad Disharoon, Doug Whitley, Dexter Whitley, Kenneth Floyd, Dusty Disharoon and Shane Disharoon. Honorary Pallbearers were the B Hall nurses at the Pavilion, Betty Shipes, Cathy Railey and Toni Barber. Musical selections were rendered by Floyd Hunter, David Williams and Del Ferguson.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hiers was born October 2, 1936 in Appling County to the late Dudley Adonis Dean and the late Sadie Marie McNeal Dean. She was a member of First Baptist Church and loved to fish, read, play cards and loved her family. Mrs. Hiers was a hard worker and her main goal in life was to make people laugh and smile with her wonderful ability to tell jokes. She was preceded in death by her husbands, James Wilbur Zacher, Alvin Hunter Wood, Sr. and James A. Hiers; her brothers, Elwood, D. A., Red, Stanford, and Van Allen; and her sister, Lois Marie; step son, Alvin Hunter Wood, Jr. and a step grandson, John Franklin.
Survivors include her daughter and son in law, Lanette and Reverend Joe Ferguson of Baxley; sons and daughters in law, J. Darrell Zacher of Clemson, South Carolina, Leslie and Sandy Mier of Daytona Beach, Florida and Butch and Denise Wood of Baxley; step daughters, Marie (Alan) Gillingham of Baxley and Suzanne (Bobby) Franklin of Dawsonville; step daughter-in-law, Ann Wood of Baxley; sisters, Carolyn Watson of Fernandina Beach, Florida, Sandra Turner and Sonja Crews both of Baxley and Jennifer Snyder of Jacksonville, Florida; brother, Randy Dean of Staten Island, New York. Grandchildren, Amy Carter, Josh Zacher, Dara Zacher, Tonya Garner, Tracie McLean, Justin Harper, Austin Music, Dalton Music, Clay Ferguson, Lacy Washburn, and Tiffany Mier and step grandchildren, Rob Williford, Melissa Hester, Russ Franklin, Tate Wood and Shan Thomas and great grandchildren, Erica Carter, Alysa Carter, Dawson Zacher, Carson Zacher, Bryson Bracewell, Brogan Tomberlin, Ava Wilmore, Khalil Wilmore, Luke Lightsey, Ames Garner, Joshua McLean, Kirsten McLean, Torah McLean, Harley Harper, Haley Harper, Parker Jo Washburn and Chandler Washburn and several step great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held Thursday, September 6, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Joe Ferguson officiating and a eulogy by Lanette Ferguson. Interment followed in Ten Mile Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers were Logan Zacher, Joshua McLean, Clay Ferguson, Brad Disharoon, Doug Whitley, Dexter Whitley, Kenneth Floyd, Dusty Disharoon and Shane Disharoon. Honorary Pallbearers were the B Hall nurses at the Pavilion, Betty Shipes, Cathy Railey and Toni Barber. Musical selections were rendered by Floyd Hunter, David Williams and Del Ferguson.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
JOYCE ANN CALLAWAY THOMAS
Joyce Ann Callaway Thomas, age 76 of Baxley, passed away Tuesday, August 28, 2018 under the care of Spanish Oaks Hospice in Hazlehurst.Mrs. Thomas was born May 7, 1942 in Baxley to the late Lemual Kelser Callaway, Jr. and the late Alice Beecher Callaway. She was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church and was a retired floral designer and artist having been the owner and operator of Something Special Shop. Mrs. Thomas was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Dillard Thomas.
Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Joy and Michael Brazell of Evans and Karen and Brandon Lewis of Hazlehurst; sisters and brothers-in-law, JoAnn and Berry Merier of Millen and Judy and Wymon Stone of Baxley; brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Judy Callaway of Surrency. Five grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Roger Daniels and Rev. Andy Williams officiating. Interment followed in the Asbury United Methodist Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers were Todd Ciepluch, Trevor Gibbs, Larry Callaway, Justin Wildes, Kevin Heath, and Austin Allen. Musical selections were rendered by Linda Bryan.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Joy and Michael Brazell of Evans and Karen and Brandon Lewis of Hazlehurst; sisters and brothers-in-law, JoAnn and Berry Merier of Millen and Judy and Wymon Stone of Baxley; brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Judy Callaway of Surrency. Five grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Roger Daniels and Rev. Andy Williams officiating. Interment followed in the Asbury United Methodist Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers were Todd Ciepluch, Trevor Gibbs, Larry Callaway, Justin Wildes, Kevin Heath, and Austin Allen. Musical selections were rendered by Linda Bryan.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
RALPH PERRY
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services of Mr. Ralph Perry, age 93, who passed away Thursday, August 30, 2018 at his residence under the care of Regency Southern Care Hospice. He was a longtime resident of Jacksonville, FL, living the past seventeen years in Appling County. Mr. Perry was a retired master mechanic of thirty-two years with CSX Railroad, a previous member and Head Deacon of Kings Road Baptist Church in Dinsmore, FL and a current member of Red Oak Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-nine years, Mrs. Eunice Kimberly Perry; one son, Ralph Donald “Donnie” Perry and his parents, Wilburn Wilvin and Ora Mae Barnes Perry.
Surviving are his children, Nancy and Keith Higginbotham Sr. of Jacksonville, FL, Bobby Perry of Baxley, Gail and Freddie Grass of Callahan, FL and Wilvin “Wil” and Nancy Perry of Omaha, NE; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-seven great grandchildren; three great- great grandchildren and a sister, Myrtle O’Quinn of Jacksonville, FL.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel of Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory and the Reverend Ron Ross officiated.
He was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-nine years, Mrs. Eunice Kimberly Perry; one son, Ralph Donald “Donnie” Perry and his parents, Wilburn Wilvin and Ora Mae Barnes Perry.
Surviving are his children, Nancy and Keith Higginbotham Sr. of Jacksonville, FL, Bobby Perry of Baxley, Gail and Freddie Grass of Callahan, FL and Wilvin “Wil” and Nancy Perry of Omaha, NE; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-seven great grandchildren; three great- great grandchildren and a sister, Myrtle O’Quinn of Jacksonville, FL.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel of Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory and the Reverend Ron Ross officiated.
PAULINE MOBLEY
Deaconess Pauline Mobley was born June 26, 1950 to the late Dorsey LeCount, Willie Lee Hall and Marie Sellers LeCount.
Pauline was a Deaconess and faithful member of Rachael Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. Kendall Bennamon.
On August 26, 2018 Pauline transitioned to her heavenly home. She was preceded in death by her parents Dorsey LeCount, Willie Lee Hall, and Marie Sellers LeCount, and her sisters Jeannie Bell Tobler and Easter Mae Tobler.
She leaves to cherish her life memories to her devoted husband of 51 years: Ageless Mobley of Baxley children: Sabrina Zinnamon of Jacksonville, Fl. Debra Mobley of Greenville, SC.,
Sonja “Minnie” Mobley and Shawn (Demarva) Mobley both of Baxley. Grandchildren: Jacob (Olga) Tew of Denver, Co., Lacina Jackson of Atlanta, Seana “Tootsie” (Alfonzo) Roberts of Valdoasta, Kandace Tew of Knoxville, TN., Jordan Sanders of Brooklet and Rylee Mobley of Baxley. Great Grandchildren: Mila Tew, Myles Roberts, and Bailey Tew; Sisters: Maxine Harrison, Linda Salem and Cynthia Alderman all of Baxley. Brothers-in-law: Larry Quarterman, Eddie Frank (Sarah) Mobley,James William Mobley and Rodney Mobley all of Baxley; Sister-in-law: Dorothy (Freddie) Ogden of Baxley. She also leaves fond memories with numerous other relatives and friends.
Her Home Going Celebration was held Saturday September 1, 2018 3:00pm at Rachael Missionary Baptist Church. The invocation was given by Minister Vertis Ryals. Song Selections were given by Voices of Genesis. Scripture readings were given by Minister Romanita Bennamon (Old Testament) and Sister Simika Wright (New Testament). Reflections of Love were given by Deacon Ageless Mobley (Husband) Reflections of Remembrance were given by family and friends. The reading of the obituary was given by Sister Sarah Mobley. Words of Comfort were given by Dr. Kendall Bennamon. Active pallbearers: Shane Mobley, William Mobley, Stacey Lewis, Chadwick Byrd, Jacob Tew and Traves Tew. Honorary Pallbearers: Edmund Brown, Lawarence Proctor, Marcus Sanders, and Kenny Wright. Professional Services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
Pauline was a Deaconess and faithful member of Rachael Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. Kendall Bennamon.
On August 26, 2018 Pauline transitioned to her heavenly home. She was preceded in death by her parents Dorsey LeCount, Willie Lee Hall, and Marie Sellers LeCount, and her sisters Jeannie Bell Tobler and Easter Mae Tobler.
She leaves to cherish her life memories to her devoted husband of 51 years: Ageless Mobley of Baxley children: Sabrina Zinnamon of Jacksonville, Fl. Debra Mobley of Greenville, SC.,
Sonja “Minnie” Mobley and Shawn (Demarva) Mobley both of Baxley. Grandchildren: Jacob (Olga) Tew of Denver, Co., Lacina Jackson of Atlanta, Seana “Tootsie” (Alfonzo) Roberts of Valdoasta, Kandace Tew of Knoxville, TN., Jordan Sanders of Brooklet and Rylee Mobley of Baxley. Great Grandchildren: Mila Tew, Myles Roberts, and Bailey Tew; Sisters: Maxine Harrison, Linda Salem and Cynthia Alderman all of Baxley. Brothers-in-law: Larry Quarterman, Eddie Frank (Sarah) Mobley,James William Mobley and Rodney Mobley all of Baxley; Sister-in-law: Dorothy (Freddie) Ogden of Baxley. She also leaves fond memories with numerous other relatives and friends.
Her Home Going Celebration was held Saturday September 1, 2018 3:00pm at Rachael Missionary Baptist Church. The invocation was given by Minister Vertis Ryals. Song Selections were given by Voices of Genesis. Scripture readings were given by Minister Romanita Bennamon (Old Testament) and Sister Simika Wright (New Testament). Reflections of Love were given by Deacon Ageless Mobley (Husband) Reflections of Remembrance were given by family and friends. The reading of the obituary was given by Sister Sarah Mobley. Words of Comfort were given by Dr. Kendall Bennamon. Active pallbearers: Shane Mobley, William Mobley, Stacey Lewis, Chadwick Byrd, Jacob Tew and Traves Tew. Honorary Pallbearers: Edmund Brown, Lawarence Proctor, Marcus Sanders, and Kenny Wright. Professional Services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
JESSE MCMILLAN
Jesse McMillan, age 88, of Surrency, died Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at Navicent Health in Macon.
Mr. McMillan was born September 26, 1929 in Appling County to the late Zary Young McMillan and the late Mary Ann Nipper McMillan. He was a member of Memorial Free Will Baptist Church and a retired mill operator with Celotex Corporation. Mr. McMillan was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean Conflict.
Survivors are his daughters and sons in law, Shelly Simon of St. Marys, Sherry and Charlie Hester and Terry and R.J. Chapman all of Kingsland; sons and daughter in law, Jeff and Sharon McMillan of Blackshear and Jamie McMillan of Flowery Branch; brother and sister in law, Curtis and Bobbie McMillan of Surrency. Nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Karl Sexton, Rev. Russell Horne and R. J. Chapman officiating. Mr. McMillan will lie in state one hour prior to funeral service at Memorial Free Will Baptist Church.
Interment followed in Memorial Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Military Honors. Active pallbearers were Dylan McMillan, Michael Roberson, Richie McMillan, Pete Mann, Gene Mann, Greg Mann and Bernie Kent. Remembrances may be made to any Veteran’s organization. Musical selections were rendered by the Congregation led by Rev. Karl Sexton and Beth Mann.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. McMillan was born September 26, 1929 in Appling County to the late Zary Young McMillan and the late Mary Ann Nipper McMillan. He was a member of Memorial Free Will Baptist Church and a retired mill operator with Celotex Corporation. Mr. McMillan was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean Conflict.
Survivors are his daughters and sons in law, Shelly Simon of St. Marys, Sherry and Charlie Hester and Terry and R.J. Chapman all of Kingsland; sons and daughter in law, Jeff and Sharon McMillan of Blackshear and Jamie McMillan of Flowery Branch; brother and sister in law, Curtis and Bobbie McMillan of Surrency. Nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Karl Sexton, Rev. Russell Horne and R. J. Chapman officiating. Mr. McMillan will lie in state one hour prior to funeral service at Memorial Free Will Baptist Church.
Interment followed in Memorial Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Military Honors. Active pallbearers were Dylan McMillan, Michael Roberson, Richie McMillan, Pete Mann, Gene Mann, Greg Mann and Bernie Kent. Remembrances may be made to any Veteran’s organization. Musical selections were rendered by the Congregation led by Rev. Karl Sexton and Beth Mann.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
SARAH JOE GOGGINS
Sarah Joe Goggins departed her earthly life on Saturday August 25, 2018. She was born to the late Sandy Sailem and Cora Lee Martin on January 7, 1946. She was married to Larry Goggins. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Steve Sailem, Raphel Sailem, and Jessie Sailem; five sisters: Vera Smith, Inez McCoy, Imogene Crayton, Grace Harris, and Mozell Stone.
Sarah Joe attended the Appling County School System. She loved The Lord and always gave you a word of wisdom whenever you were in her presence. Sarah Joe attended New Jerusalem Church in Baxley where she was an evangelist, former Sunday School Teacher, and a pillar of the church where Sarah Mims is Pastor.
She leaves to cherish her memories, two sisters, Pastor Ruth (Dec. Melvin) Mims and Kathy (Henry) Ryals of Baxley, two brothers Colon Sailem and Bobby Sailem of Baxley. Her children Shelia Goggins, Sonya Moss, Tracy Goggins, and Jamie Goggins of Baxley. She also leaves to cherish 10 special grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services were held on Saturday September 1, 2018 1:00p.m. at New Jerusalem Church. Musical selections were given by The Anointed Mims Sisters, Sis. Tammy Richburg, Bro. Melvin Mims Jr. and New Jerusalem Church Choir.
Scripture readings were given by Elder Venis Mims (Old Testament) and Apostle Hubert Mims (New Testament). Reflections were given by Bro. John Lee Drake (As A Son) and Sis. Betty Paulk (As A Sister), also family and friends. Eulogy was given by Overseer Pastor Sarah R. Mims. Active Pallbearers were her grandchildren and Honorary Pallbearers were The Georgia Hospice Care Team. Services were Entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
Sarah Joe attended the Appling County School System. She loved The Lord and always gave you a word of wisdom whenever you were in her presence. Sarah Joe attended New Jerusalem Church in Baxley where she was an evangelist, former Sunday School Teacher, and a pillar of the church where Sarah Mims is Pastor.
She leaves to cherish her memories, two sisters, Pastor Ruth (Dec. Melvin) Mims and Kathy (Henry) Ryals of Baxley, two brothers Colon Sailem and Bobby Sailem of Baxley. Her children Shelia Goggins, Sonya Moss, Tracy Goggins, and Jamie Goggins of Baxley. She also leaves to cherish 10 special grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services were held on Saturday September 1, 2018 1:00p.m. at New Jerusalem Church. Musical selections were given by The Anointed Mims Sisters, Sis. Tammy Richburg, Bro. Melvin Mims Jr. and New Jerusalem Church Choir.
Scripture readings were given by Elder Venis Mims (Old Testament) and Apostle Hubert Mims (New Testament). Reflections were given by Bro. John Lee Drake (As A Son) and Sis. Betty Paulk (As A Sister), also family and friends. Eulogy was given by Overseer Pastor Sarah R. Mims. Active Pallbearers were her grandchildren and Honorary Pallbearers were The Georgia Hospice Care Team. Services were Entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
BENNETT “BEN” COLLINS
Bennett (Ben) Collins, age 82, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, August 25, 2018 in Stockton, Ca. Ben was born in his family home on August 3, 1936 in Baxley, Georgia. He graduated from Baxley High School in 1954 and enlisted into the Navy shortly after. He served his country for 8 years as a naval electrician.
While stationed in California, Ben met his beloved wife, Boyda. They married on August 18, 1956 and had three wonderful daughters. He provided for his family as an electrician and was a proud member of the IBEW union. He had a passion for playing guitar and passing along his favorite songs to his daughters and grandchildren. He loved the stars, building telescopes, gardening, and reading. He was a beloved member of the St. Germain Foundation and could always be found saying the prayer at family dinners and holidays. He had a knack for story telling and a passion for opening presents. He gave the best bear hugs and loved babysitting his grandkids. He was a man of many passions, talents and hobbies, but nothing compared to the love he had for his family. He was very proud of his wife, daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and always made sure to let them know.
Ben will be greatly missed by all who loved him. He was greeted in heaven by his parents, Henry and Clara Collins; his sister, Linda; and his granddaughter, Christy.
He leaves behind his wife, Boyda; daughters, Ginger Collins Holland; Kinthy Pierce (Mike); Cindy Davenport (Fred); 3 siblings; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren and many other family and friends.
Family and friends whose lives Ben touched are invited to celebrate his life at the DeYoung Funeral Home, 7676 Shoreline Dr. Stockton, Ca 95219, Friday, September 7, at 11:00 a.m.
While stationed in California, Ben met his beloved wife, Boyda. They married on August 18, 1956 and had three wonderful daughters. He provided for his family as an electrician and was a proud member of the IBEW union. He had a passion for playing guitar and passing along his favorite songs to his daughters and grandchildren. He loved the stars, building telescopes, gardening, and reading. He was a beloved member of the St. Germain Foundation and could always be found saying the prayer at family dinners and holidays. He had a knack for story telling and a passion for opening presents. He gave the best bear hugs and loved babysitting his grandkids. He was a man of many passions, talents and hobbies, but nothing compared to the love he had for his family. He was very proud of his wife, daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and always made sure to let them know.
Ben will be greatly missed by all who loved him. He was greeted in heaven by his parents, Henry and Clara Collins; his sister, Linda; and his granddaughter, Christy.
He leaves behind his wife, Boyda; daughters, Ginger Collins Holland; Kinthy Pierce (Mike); Cindy Davenport (Fred); 3 siblings; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren and many other family and friends.
Family and friends whose lives Ben touched are invited to celebrate his life at the DeYoung Funeral Home, 7676 Shoreline Dr. Stockton, Ca 95219, Friday, September 7, at 11:00 a.m.
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