Mrs. Janice Marie Thomas Crowe, 64 of Baxley, passed away late Wednesday evening, July 1, 2020, at Appling Health Care System.
Born in Blackshear on May 14, 1956, she was reared in Pierce County but had lived in Appling County since 1995. Mrs. Crowe had worked as a private sitter for many years. She loved her family – her great nieces were the apples of her eye and each one had a special nickname that she had given them. Mrs. Crowe also loved her pet dog, Buddy loved to cook and was very good at it, and enjoyed singing karaoke with gospel music being one of her favorites. She always had a bubbly personality and never saw the negative in things. Mrs. Crowe attended the Church of God of Prophecy.
She was a daughter of the late William Lonnie Thomas, Sr. and Evelene Norman Mock. She was also preceded in death by her step-father, Wilbur Tracy “W.T.” Mock; and by her brother, William Lonnie “Buddy” Thomas, Jr.
Survivors include her husband, Ricky Crowe of Baxley; her son, Marty Thompson of Baxley; her sister, Margaret (Harry) Coley of Richmond Hill; her step-sister, Delane Martin of Brunswick; her niece, Jennifer (Curtis) Witt of Jacksonville, FL; her nephew, Scott (Maggie) Coley of Pooler; her great nieces, Brittany, Grace, AnsLeigh, Harper, and Addison; and several other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Mrs. Crowe will be held Monday afternoon, July 6, 2020, at 2:00 o’clock from the Pearson-Dial Chapel.
The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
Interment will be in the Ben James Cemetery.
Due to COVID-19, social distancing and the wearing of face masks are strongly encouraged. If you do not feel comfortable attending you can still extend your sympathy by signing the online register at www.pearsondial.com.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.
Pearson-Dial Funeral Home of Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.
Obituaries
JIMMY HUGH BELL
Mr. Jimmy Hugh Bell, 57, passed away suddenly Thursday, June 18, 2020, at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross.
He was born in Waycross to the late James F. “Jimmy” Bell and Veronica Lee “Vickie” Bell. He was employed with Griffin’s Warehouse of Blackshear and a member of Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Bristol.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela Kay Bell of Waycross; a daughter, Amanda Lee Bell; two step-children, Kim Frazier (Stacy) of Waycross and Rick Hall (Casey) of Blackshear; five grandchildren, Gracie Bell, Leah Bell, Samantha Davis (Dillon), Jonathan Hall, and Kaylee Hall; a brother, Jeffrey Bell of Bristol; two nieces, Rachel Pearce (Tripp) of Baxley and Anna Lee Bell of Bristol; and a nephew, Jacob Bell of Bristol.
A graveside service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Bristol.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry www.musicfuneralhome.com.
Music Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
He was born in Waycross to the late James F. “Jimmy” Bell and Veronica Lee “Vickie” Bell. He was employed with Griffin’s Warehouse of Blackshear and a member of Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Bristol.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela Kay Bell of Waycross; a daughter, Amanda Lee Bell; two step-children, Kim Frazier (Stacy) of Waycross and Rick Hall (Casey) of Blackshear; five grandchildren, Gracie Bell, Leah Bell, Samantha Davis (Dillon), Jonathan Hall, and Kaylee Hall; a brother, Jeffrey Bell of Bristol; two nieces, Rachel Pearce (Tripp) of Baxley and Anna Lee Bell of Bristol; and a nephew, Jacob Bell of Bristol.
A graveside service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church in Bristol.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry www.musicfuneralhome.com.
Music Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
JAMES ROBERT WILLIAMS
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Mr. James Robert Williams, 82, who passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at his residence. He was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County; a member, Deacon and forty-two-year Treasurer of Red Oak Baptist Church. Mr. Williams was a member and Treasurer of the Tri-County Lions Club and a Director of the Georgia Milk Producers.
In the words of cowboy Will Rogers, “If you want to be successful, its just this simple. KNOW what you are doing. LOVE what you are doing. BELIEVE in what you are doing.”
If you knew Robert Williams, you knew certain things to be true. Cowboy boots were the only kind of shoes, no outfit was complete without his cowboy hat and the only sports team worth watching is the Atlanta Braves. He was not often the loudest voice in a room, but be prepared to hear him speak exactly what was on his mind. Family was first after Jesus and his heart wasn’t complete if “Mama” (Violet) wasn’t by his side. Children of all ages became his fast friends because his pockets were always full of just one more treat to bring a smile. Robert was a loyal friend and a good neighbor. The farm won’t be quite the same without Papa easing around in his truck with his faithful dog Deuce at his side. He finally got his wish to go home to Jesus. One day we will join him there.
Preceding him in death was his parents, Claude and Jennie Williams; sisters, Velma “Sis” Schuur, Jimmie Peacock and Fannie Anderson; brothers, CG “Buck” Williams and Charles Williams.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Violet Deen Williams; sons, Ricky and Carol Williams, Rodney and Pam Williams and Victor and Vickie Williams; eight grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.
Graveside funeral services were held Friday, June 26, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. from the Red Oak Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Robbie Gill, Reverend Ron Ross and Reverend Denny Waters officiating.
Active pallbearers were Glenn Williams, Lamar Deen, Chuck Williams, Larry Williams, Van Mills, Jr., Jeff Williams, Stacey Williams and Keith Miles.
Honorary Pallbearers were the Deacons of Red Oak Baptist Church, Adult Sunday School Class of Red Oak Baptist Church, Baxley Lions Club, James Clark and Buddy Walker.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Red Oak Baptist Church, 4070 Red Oak Rd. Baxley, GA 31513.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mr. Robert Williams.
In the words of cowboy Will Rogers, “If you want to be successful, its just this simple. KNOW what you are doing. LOVE what you are doing. BELIEVE in what you are doing.”
If you knew Robert Williams, you knew certain things to be true. Cowboy boots were the only kind of shoes, no outfit was complete without his cowboy hat and the only sports team worth watching is the Atlanta Braves. He was not often the loudest voice in a room, but be prepared to hear him speak exactly what was on his mind. Family was first after Jesus and his heart wasn’t complete if “Mama” (Violet) wasn’t by his side. Children of all ages became his fast friends because his pockets were always full of just one more treat to bring a smile. Robert was a loyal friend and a good neighbor. The farm won’t be quite the same without Papa easing around in his truck with his faithful dog Deuce at his side. He finally got his wish to go home to Jesus. One day we will join him there.
Preceding him in death was his parents, Claude and Jennie Williams; sisters, Velma “Sis” Schuur, Jimmie Peacock and Fannie Anderson; brothers, CG “Buck” Williams and Charles Williams.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Violet Deen Williams; sons, Ricky and Carol Williams, Rodney and Pam Williams and Victor and Vickie Williams; eight grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.
Graveside funeral services were held Friday, June 26, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. from the Red Oak Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Robbie Gill, Reverend Ron Ross and Reverend Denny Waters officiating.
Active pallbearers were Glenn Williams, Lamar Deen, Chuck Williams, Larry Williams, Van Mills, Jr., Jeff Williams, Stacey Williams and Keith Miles.
Honorary Pallbearers were the Deacons of Red Oak Baptist Church, Adult Sunday School Class of Red Oak Baptist Church, Baxley Lions Club, James Clark and Buddy Walker.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Red Oak Baptist Church, 4070 Red Oak Rd. Baxley, GA 31513.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mr. Robert Williams.
JERRY DAVID THOMAS
Jerry David Thomas, 83, of Baxley passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020 at his residence under the care of Serenity Hospice.
Mr. Thomas was born September 17, 1936 in Appling County to the late William Frank Thomas and the late Ruby Pearl Davis Thomas. He was a member of Friendship Congregational Christian Church and a retired Brick Mason and Drag Racer. He was also retired from the Baxley Fire Department and was a member of the National Hot Rod Association.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Thomas was preceded in death by a sister, Gladys Carter Hamilton and brothers, Bill Thomas, James Thomas and Wallace “Ball” Thomas.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Alene Simmons Thomas of Baxley; daughters & sons-in- law, Latrelle & David McCall of Warner Robins, Vickie & Michael Dyal of Baxley, Amy & Rick Craven of Cumming; son & daughter-in-law, Jerry L. & Cindy Thomas of Baxley; sisters, Frankie “Poodle” Tillman and Nell Carter both of Baxley; brothers, Randall (Linda) Thomas and Rudolph (Jeannine) Thomas both of Baxley; sisters-in-law, Eldora Thomas of Bloomingdale and Shirley Chance of Baxley; grandchildren, Kristin (Shane) Lassiter, Morgan (Bryan) Gay, Kaitlin (Hunter) Lee, Matthew Thomas, William (Ashley) Thomas, Reagan Craven, Kennedy Craven and great grandchildren, Kyndall & Lawson Lassiter and Braydon & Bryson Gay; special family members, Bob McDonald & Lou Grimes of Baxley, Bug, Carol, Caraline & Tripp McCarty of Hazlehurst, and Grant & Tammy Lewis of Jesup. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A graveside service was held Monday, June 22, 2020 at 11:00 am at Friendship Congregational Christian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Wayne Williamson and Rev. David Barber officiating and a eulogy by Jerry L. Thomas.
Active Pallbearers were Shane Lassiter, Bryan Gay, William Thomas, Bug McCarty, Mike Smith, Grant Lewis, Matthew Thomas & Hunter Lee.
Honorary Pallbearers were all his lifelong friends, his drag racing family and members of Friendship Congregational Christian Church.
Remembrances may be made to Friendship Congregational Christian Church Playground Fund (900 Friendship Church Road Baxley, Georgia 31513 or online at www.faithlife.com/friendship-church-baxley/give).
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Thomas was born September 17, 1936 in Appling County to the late William Frank Thomas and the late Ruby Pearl Davis Thomas. He was a member of Friendship Congregational Christian Church and a retired Brick Mason and Drag Racer. He was also retired from the Baxley Fire Department and was a member of the National Hot Rod Association.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Thomas was preceded in death by a sister, Gladys Carter Hamilton and brothers, Bill Thomas, James Thomas and Wallace “Ball” Thomas.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Alene Simmons Thomas of Baxley; daughters & sons-in- law, Latrelle & David McCall of Warner Robins, Vickie & Michael Dyal of Baxley, Amy & Rick Craven of Cumming; son & daughter-in-law, Jerry L. & Cindy Thomas of Baxley; sisters, Frankie “Poodle” Tillman and Nell Carter both of Baxley; brothers, Randall (Linda) Thomas and Rudolph (Jeannine) Thomas both of Baxley; sisters-in-law, Eldora Thomas of Bloomingdale and Shirley Chance of Baxley; grandchildren, Kristin (Shane) Lassiter, Morgan (Bryan) Gay, Kaitlin (Hunter) Lee, Matthew Thomas, William (Ashley) Thomas, Reagan Craven, Kennedy Craven and great grandchildren, Kyndall & Lawson Lassiter and Braydon & Bryson Gay; special family members, Bob McDonald & Lou Grimes of Baxley, Bug, Carol, Caraline & Tripp McCarty of Hazlehurst, and Grant & Tammy Lewis of Jesup. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A graveside service was held Monday, June 22, 2020 at 11:00 am at Friendship Congregational Christian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Wayne Williamson and Rev. David Barber officiating and a eulogy by Jerry L. Thomas.
Active Pallbearers were Shane Lassiter, Bryan Gay, William Thomas, Bug McCarty, Mike Smith, Grant Lewis, Matthew Thomas & Hunter Lee.
Honorary Pallbearers were all his lifelong friends, his drag racing family and members of Friendship Congregational Christian Church.
Remembrances may be made to Friendship Congregational Christian Church Playground Fund (900 Friendship Church Road Baxley, Georgia 31513 or online at www.faithlife.com/friendship-church-baxley/give).
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
HARRISON RUPERT SHARPE
Harrison Rupert Sharpe, 87, affectionately known by his family and friends as “Catfish” passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at home under the care of Hospice of South Georgia and his loving family.
A former resident of Jesup for most of his life and resident of Ludowici for the past twenty years, Harrison was born on October 8, 1932 in Allenhurst to the late Roy and Ozie Ryals Sharpe. As a young man he moved around quite frequently with his family while his dad worked for the railroad, eventually living all over the South including the cities of Fleming, Georgia and Richmond, Virginia. After graduation from Jesup High School in 1951, Harrison served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict where he saw quite a bit of action before being taken as a POW for a short time. He then returned home to the states where he worked several jobs including positions with the railroad and Rayonier Advanced Materials before taking a sales job for a life insurance company and later a bread company. He eventually settled into a routine with a civil service job on Fort Stewart from which he retired after many years of service. In his spare time, Catfish enjoyed working around the yard “piddling on his tractor” and sharing stories with the ones he loved of the adventures and fond memories he had of his life. He would travel great lengths of distance to try a new restaurant and he loved nothing more than spending time in the great outdoors hunting and fishing. Harrison was a long time member of House of Worship & Ministries and had been attending services most recently at Compass Worship Center Church of God in Ludowici.
In addition to his parents, his sister-in-law, Virginia Sharpe, preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife of thirty-five years, Dora Clanton Sharpe of Ludowici; three children, Ritchie Sharpe and wife, Gwen of Baxley, Randy Sharpe and wife, Lora of Ludowici and Charles “Chip” Graham and wife, Karen of Odum; brother, Coleman Sharpe of Fleming; grandchildren, Tadd Sharpe and wife, Kim, Lynn Sharpe, Harrison Sharpe and wife, Kasey, Dorothy Gail Pratt, Christina Butts and husband, Elliott, Millie Cole and husband, Brent, Magen Gilleon and husband, Chael and Trey Graham and wife. Brittney; brother-in-law, Billie Clanton and wife, Nell and sister-in-law, Carolyn Owens and husband, Frank. twenty great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members also survive as well as his faithful friends Al Boyette and Al’s grandson, Lil’ Man.
Graveside funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2020 in the Thompson Family Cemetery located on Highway 169 with Reverends Byron Powers and Stanley Todd officiating.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services at the cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Tadd Sharpe, Trey Graham, Cael Gillion, Harrison Sharpe, Al Boyette and Francisco Gomez.
Honorary pallbearers were the staff of Hospice of South Georgia, the members of the Duck Pond Hunting Club, Dr. Lance Hendrix and Staff, Dr. Pablo Elizalde and Staff, the staff of Amedisys Home Health and Anton Green.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Harrison’s memory to the Pavilion Fund at the Thompson Family Cemetery c/o Dale Franklin, 520 Cameron Road, Jesup, GA 31545.
Please sign our guestbook online at www.jesupfuneralhome.com
Howard & Jones Funeral Home, Jesup.
A former resident of Jesup for most of his life and resident of Ludowici for the past twenty years, Harrison was born on October 8, 1932 in Allenhurst to the late Roy and Ozie Ryals Sharpe. As a young man he moved around quite frequently with his family while his dad worked for the railroad, eventually living all over the South including the cities of Fleming, Georgia and Richmond, Virginia. After graduation from Jesup High School in 1951, Harrison served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict where he saw quite a bit of action before being taken as a POW for a short time. He then returned home to the states where he worked several jobs including positions with the railroad and Rayonier Advanced Materials before taking a sales job for a life insurance company and later a bread company. He eventually settled into a routine with a civil service job on Fort Stewart from which he retired after many years of service. In his spare time, Catfish enjoyed working around the yard “piddling on his tractor” and sharing stories with the ones he loved of the adventures and fond memories he had of his life. He would travel great lengths of distance to try a new restaurant and he loved nothing more than spending time in the great outdoors hunting and fishing. Harrison was a long time member of House of Worship & Ministries and had been attending services most recently at Compass Worship Center Church of God in Ludowici.
In addition to his parents, his sister-in-law, Virginia Sharpe, preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife of thirty-five years, Dora Clanton Sharpe of Ludowici; three children, Ritchie Sharpe and wife, Gwen of Baxley, Randy Sharpe and wife, Lora of Ludowici and Charles “Chip” Graham and wife, Karen of Odum; brother, Coleman Sharpe of Fleming; grandchildren, Tadd Sharpe and wife, Kim, Lynn Sharpe, Harrison Sharpe and wife, Kasey, Dorothy Gail Pratt, Christina Butts and husband, Elliott, Millie Cole and husband, Brent, Magen Gilleon and husband, Chael and Trey Graham and wife. Brittney; brother-in-law, Billie Clanton and wife, Nell and sister-in-law, Carolyn Owens and husband, Frank. twenty great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members also survive as well as his faithful friends Al Boyette and Al’s grandson, Lil’ Man.
Graveside funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2020 in the Thompson Family Cemetery located on Highway 169 with Reverends Byron Powers and Stanley Todd officiating.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services at the cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Tadd Sharpe, Trey Graham, Cael Gillion, Harrison Sharpe, Al Boyette and Francisco Gomez.
Honorary pallbearers were the staff of Hospice of South Georgia, the members of the Duck Pond Hunting Club, Dr. Lance Hendrix and Staff, Dr. Pablo Elizalde and Staff, the staff of Amedisys Home Health and Anton Green.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Harrison’s memory to the Pavilion Fund at the Thompson Family Cemetery c/o Dale Franklin, 520 Cameron Road, Jesup, GA 31545.
Please sign our guestbook online at www.jesupfuneralhome.com
Howard & Jones Funeral Home, Jesup.
WYOLINE DUBBERLY HERRINGTON LEWIS
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Mrs. Wyoline Dubberly Herrington Lewis, 91, who passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Twin Oaks in Alma.
Mrs. Lewis was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County, a member of the Baxley First Baptist Church and the Queen Esther Sunday School Class. She earned her master’s degree in education from the University of Georgia and worked for thirty-one years in the Appling County School System retiring as PECE Coordinator. Mrs. Lewis was the 1980 Georgia PECE Teacher of the Year, a member of the Georgia Association of Educators and the Appling County Retired Educators.
Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her former husband, James R. Herrington Sr. and parents, Jesse T. and Ina Riley Dubberly.
Surviving are her husband, Edsel Lewis of Baxley; daughters, Charlotte and Jerry Hanchey of Hot Springs Village, AR, Sheila and Tracy Rogers of Signal Mountain, TN and Ellen and Phil Emenheiser of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; sons, James R. Herrington of Baxley, Ethan and Cheryl Lewis of Birmingham, AL and Ken and Tina Lewis of Cary, NC; twelve grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; sister, Alice Anderson of Hendersonville, NC and sister-in-law, Betty Dubberly of Richmond Hill; brother, Jimmy and Latrelle Dubberly of Baxley.
A private graveside service was held Friday, June 26, 2020 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Jimmy Howard officiating.
Honorary Pallbearers were the staff of Twin Oaks and the Queen Esther Sunday School Class of the Baxley First Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Baxley First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 346 Baxley, GA 31513.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Wyoline Dubberly Herrington Lewis.
Mrs. Lewis was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County, a member of the Baxley First Baptist Church and the Queen Esther Sunday School Class. She earned her master’s degree in education from the University of Georgia and worked for thirty-one years in the Appling County School System retiring as PECE Coordinator. Mrs. Lewis was the 1980 Georgia PECE Teacher of the Year, a member of the Georgia Association of Educators and the Appling County Retired Educators.
Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her former husband, James R. Herrington Sr. and parents, Jesse T. and Ina Riley Dubberly.
Surviving are her husband, Edsel Lewis of Baxley; daughters, Charlotte and Jerry Hanchey of Hot Springs Village, AR, Sheila and Tracy Rogers of Signal Mountain, TN and Ellen and Phil Emenheiser of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; sons, James R. Herrington of Baxley, Ethan and Cheryl Lewis of Birmingham, AL and Ken and Tina Lewis of Cary, NC; twelve grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; sister, Alice Anderson of Hendersonville, NC and sister-in-law, Betty Dubberly of Richmond Hill; brother, Jimmy and Latrelle Dubberly of Baxley.
A private graveside service was held Friday, June 26, 2020 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Jimmy Howard officiating.
Honorary Pallbearers were the staff of Twin Oaks and the Queen Esther Sunday School Class of the Baxley First Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Baxley First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 346 Baxley, GA 31513.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Wyoline Dubberly Herrington Lewis.
JOE DAMON LASSETER
Mr. Joe Damon Lasseter, 75, of Watkinsville, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2020.
Joe was born in 1945 in Baxley, the son of Allene and Dan Lasseter.
Survivors include his wife, Marie Lasseter, daughter, Jodie Tucker (Alex), Megan Lasseter, Jace Lasseter (Alice) and brother, Reggie Lasseter. He has nine grandchildren who were the light of his life: Spencer, Tanner, Shane, Georgia, Easton, Annabelle, Hayes, Joe, and Alice.
Joe spent his early years farming in the fields of South Georgia on his family’s farm and spending time on the Altamaha River. He continued his love of growing beautiful plants and gardens at his home throughout the years and he loved taking his children and grandchildren fishing and hunting.
Joe served as a Technical Sergeant for 12 years in the Georgia Air National Guard. He spent 28 years as a well-respected and admired hairdresser in Macon before moving to Watkinsville in 2004 where he worked for the past 16 years as a barber at Main Street Barbershop in Watkinsville. Joe enjoyed his work. It was always his goal that his customers left his chair feeling better than when they sat down. He enjoyed talking with his customers at the barber shops about fishing and hunting.
Joe was most known for his love of people and his respect for everyone he met. He was always kind, respectful, and genuinely interested in everyone. He was a gentleman in every way and always felt caring and compassion for others.
A visitation was held for Joe at Lord and Stephens, West Chapel on Friday, June 26, 2020, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A graveside service was held at Asbury Cemetery at Asbury Church in Baxley, on Saturday, June 27, 2020.
Lord & Stephens, West, Watkinsville, was in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
Joe was born in 1945 in Baxley, the son of Allene and Dan Lasseter.
Survivors include his wife, Marie Lasseter, daughter, Jodie Tucker (Alex), Megan Lasseter, Jace Lasseter (Alice) and brother, Reggie Lasseter. He has nine grandchildren who were the light of his life: Spencer, Tanner, Shane, Georgia, Easton, Annabelle, Hayes, Joe, and Alice.
Joe spent his early years farming in the fields of South Georgia on his family’s farm and spending time on the Altamaha River. He continued his love of growing beautiful plants and gardens at his home throughout the years and he loved taking his children and grandchildren fishing and hunting.
Joe served as a Technical Sergeant for 12 years in the Georgia Air National Guard. He spent 28 years as a well-respected and admired hairdresser in Macon before moving to Watkinsville in 2004 where he worked for the past 16 years as a barber at Main Street Barbershop in Watkinsville. Joe enjoyed his work. It was always his goal that his customers left his chair feeling better than when they sat down. He enjoyed talking with his customers at the barber shops about fishing and hunting.
Joe was most known for his love of people and his respect for everyone he met. He was always kind, respectful, and genuinely interested in everyone. He was a gentleman in every way and always felt caring and compassion for others.
A visitation was held for Joe at Lord and Stephens, West Chapel on Friday, June 26, 2020, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A graveside service was held at Asbury Cemetery at Asbury Church in Baxley, on Saturday, June 27, 2020.
Lord & Stephens, West, Watkinsville, was in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
ROGER LEE “R. L.” FEARINGTON
Roger Lee “R. L.” Fearington, 84, of Kernersville, North Carolina passed away Friday, June 19, 2020.
Mr. Fearington was born August 20, 1935 in Winston Salem, NC to the late Christopher Hubert Fearington and the late Pauline Thomas Fearington. He was retired from the Wintson Salem-Forsyth County School System and was a veteran of the United States Marines.
Survivors include his wife, Debra Fearington of Kernersville, NC; daughters and son-in-law, Ann Vaughn of Wilmington, NC and Amy and Tim Beeson of Kernersville, NC; son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Shellie Fearington of Baxley; grandchildren, Cody (Haley) Fearington, Andrew Bowman, Jessica Idol, Daniel Vaughn, and Ellie Fearington; and one great grandson, Zach Fearington.
A private memorial service was held Monday, June 22, 2020 with Pastor Jerry Tomberlin officiating.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Fearington was born August 20, 1935 in Winston Salem, NC to the late Christopher Hubert Fearington and the late Pauline Thomas Fearington. He was retired from the Wintson Salem-Forsyth County School System and was a veteran of the United States Marines.
Survivors include his wife, Debra Fearington of Kernersville, NC; daughters and son-in-law, Ann Vaughn of Wilmington, NC and Amy and Tim Beeson of Kernersville, NC; son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Shellie Fearington of Baxley; grandchildren, Cody (Haley) Fearington, Andrew Bowman, Jessica Idol, Daniel Vaughn, and Ellie Fearington; and one great grandson, Zach Fearington.
A private memorial service was held Monday, June 22, 2020 with Pastor Jerry Tomberlin officiating.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
RICHARD RAY BROWN, SR.
Richard Ray Brown, Sr., 85, of Plant City, FL went home to be with the Lord Friday, June 19, 2020. He was born on January 11, 1935 in Lakeland, FL to the late Jim and Lorraine Brown. He is the oldest of four sons. He graduated from Kathleen High School in 1953. After high school, he served his country in the U. S. National Guard. He was an exceptional baseball player and enjoyed playing fast pitch softball. He was an avid Florida Gator fan! He served the Lord as a deacon, music director, and a Sunday school teacher for 50 years. He was a member of Bethany Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Grace Kuhn Brown and their eight children, Rick (Julie) Brown of Baxley, Brad (Beverly) Brown of Lakeland, FL, Sheri (Keith) McLin of Apollo Beach, FL, Terri (Kenny) Willhoite of Lakeland, FL, Matt Brown of Zephryhills, FL, Brenda (Robert) Wigmore of Kissimmee, FL, Debbie (George) Wheeler of St. Cloud, FL and Terry (Chuck) Myers of Williamsburg, VA. Eighteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren also survived him.
Richard is survived by his 3 younger brothers, Allen (Pam) Brown of Boone, NC, Kenny (Cindy) Brown of Colorado Springs, CO and Mike (Susan) Brown of Rutherfordton, NC.
A private graveside services was held Tuesday, June 23 at 10:00 AM at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church Cemetery in Lakeland, FL.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Gideons International Inc., P. O. Box 403, Baxley, GA 31515.
Local announcements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Grace Kuhn Brown and their eight children, Rick (Julie) Brown of Baxley, Brad (Beverly) Brown of Lakeland, FL, Sheri (Keith) McLin of Apollo Beach, FL, Terri (Kenny) Willhoite of Lakeland, FL, Matt Brown of Zephryhills, FL, Brenda (Robert) Wigmore of Kissimmee, FL, Debbie (George) Wheeler of St. Cloud, FL and Terry (Chuck) Myers of Williamsburg, VA. Eighteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren also survived him.
Richard is survived by his 3 younger brothers, Allen (Pam) Brown of Boone, NC, Kenny (Cindy) Brown of Colorado Springs, CO and Mike (Susan) Brown of Rutherfordton, NC.
A private graveside services was held Tuesday, June 23 at 10:00 AM at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church Cemetery in Lakeland, FL.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Gideons International Inc., P. O. Box 403, Baxley, GA 31515.
Local announcements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
ELIZABETH FUSSELL SIMMONS
Elizabeth Fussell Simmons, affectionately known to many as Ms. Lizzie, Mama Lizzie, Lizzie Ma, Bunk or Grams, was blessed to be 93 years young. She was born April 28, 1927 in Nichols to the late John and Addie Fussell. She was the third of eight siblings. On June 13, 2020 she departed this life at Appling Healthcare System.
Elizabeth married the late Mitchell Davis and to that union James, Fernell, Lovetta, Patricia and Charlotte were born, who all preceded her in death. She later married the late James Simmons.
Elizabeth definitely did her part in leaving four generations of Fussells and a legacy of love, generosity, kindness, toughness and strength. She never met a stranger and always greeted you with a smile. She was a firm, no nonsense lady who spoke her mind but had a heart of gold. She absolutely loved to fish and often joked that she stopped sewing for a while because she needed more time to fish. Now that never stopped her from continuing to buy cloth every chance she could. She would counsel you (some might say fuss), feed you and simply love on you. She gave so much of herself, helped anyone in need, and loved to talk and visit with everybody.
Elizabeth beat cancer twice and was the top earner for Relay for Life consistently. She was crowned Ms. First African Baptist on several occasions and Grand Marshal in the Christmas Parade. People came from all over town, even traveling some distance just to buy her famous chittlin’ dinners. Not to mention those cakes and pies she could make that everyone loved, especially those grands and great grands. One of her last acts of kindness was making masks for people due to COVID-19. Although she said she wasn’t she hopped on her infamous sewing machine and went to work.
One of her favorite things next to spending time with the Lord was writing and receiving letters. She was the matriarch of the family who kept up with everyone and everything, including birthdays, little league gloves, and everything in between.
She was preceded in death by her siblings, Arthur “Tuck” (Barbara), Isiah “Candy”, Lovey, Alretha and Judy, two grandsons, brother-in-laws, Edward Mahone, George Skipper, and Keeter Coleman, and goddaughter, Dr. Juanita Nails.
Fond and loving memories of Elizabeth will forever be cherished by her two daughters, Phyllis Hector (Douglas) of Atlanta and Tammy Cox (Gregory) of Conley, three sisters, Annie Bell Mahone of Atlanta, Joyce Skipper of Baxley, and Lucille Coleman of Surrency, 21 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren and 14 great great-grandchildren, godchildren Helen Jordan (her fishing daughter) and Johnnie Mae Reddish, both of Baxley and Allen Stripling of Surrency. She also leaves lasting memories with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends near and far.
Funeral services were held at Old Field Memorial Gardens on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with the Pastor James Hayes officiating. Interment was at Old Field Memorial Gardens and Repast was at the home of Elizabeth Simmons.
Active pallbearers were Joe Davis, Marvin Davis, Robert Harris, Keith Hayes, James Davis, Michael Davis, Charles Kent, O’Rondai Cox and Terry Davis.
Honorary pallbearers were great-grandsons.
Flower bearers were granddaughters and great-granddaughters.
Musical selections were rendered by Leo Green and Jamie Nails.
Professional services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
Elizabeth married the late Mitchell Davis and to that union James, Fernell, Lovetta, Patricia and Charlotte were born, who all preceded her in death. She later married the late James Simmons.
Elizabeth definitely did her part in leaving four generations of Fussells and a legacy of love, generosity, kindness, toughness and strength. She never met a stranger and always greeted you with a smile. She was a firm, no nonsense lady who spoke her mind but had a heart of gold. She absolutely loved to fish and often joked that she stopped sewing for a while because she needed more time to fish. Now that never stopped her from continuing to buy cloth every chance she could. She would counsel you (some might say fuss), feed you and simply love on you. She gave so much of herself, helped anyone in need, and loved to talk and visit with everybody.
Elizabeth beat cancer twice and was the top earner for Relay for Life consistently. She was crowned Ms. First African Baptist on several occasions and Grand Marshal in the Christmas Parade. People came from all over town, even traveling some distance just to buy her famous chittlin’ dinners. Not to mention those cakes and pies she could make that everyone loved, especially those grands and great grands. One of her last acts of kindness was making masks for people due to COVID-19. Although she said she wasn’t she hopped on her infamous sewing machine and went to work.
One of her favorite things next to spending time with the Lord was writing and receiving letters. She was the matriarch of the family who kept up with everyone and everything, including birthdays, little league gloves, and everything in between.
She was preceded in death by her siblings, Arthur “Tuck” (Barbara), Isiah “Candy”, Lovey, Alretha and Judy, two grandsons, brother-in-laws, Edward Mahone, George Skipper, and Keeter Coleman, and goddaughter, Dr. Juanita Nails.
Fond and loving memories of Elizabeth will forever be cherished by her two daughters, Phyllis Hector (Douglas) of Atlanta and Tammy Cox (Gregory) of Conley, three sisters, Annie Bell Mahone of Atlanta, Joyce Skipper of Baxley, and Lucille Coleman of Surrency, 21 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren and 14 great great-grandchildren, godchildren Helen Jordan (her fishing daughter) and Johnnie Mae Reddish, both of Baxley and Allen Stripling of Surrency. She also leaves lasting memories with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends near and far.
Funeral services were held at Old Field Memorial Gardens on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with the Pastor James Hayes officiating. Interment was at Old Field Memorial Gardens and Repast was at the home of Elizabeth Simmons.
Active pallbearers were Joe Davis, Marvin Davis, Robert Harris, Keith Hayes, James Davis, Michael Davis, Charles Kent, O’Rondai Cox and Terry Davis.
Honorary pallbearers were great-grandsons.
Flower bearers were granddaughters and great-granddaughters.
Musical selections were rendered by Leo Green and Jamie Nails.
Professional services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
PATRICIA DIANE LEGGETT
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Mrs. Patricia Diane Leggett, 68, who passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Appling Healthcare System. She was a native of Huntington, WV living the past forty years in Baxley; a homemaker and a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister.
Preceding her in death was her husband, Charles E. Leggett; parents, Roy Napier and Vadie Nelson; grandson, Matthew Skyler Horton and sister, Linda Clere.
Surviving are her children, Gary and Tammy Horton of Baxley, Leonard Horton of Baxley, Brian and Terrie Horton of Hazlehurst, Jenny and James Creamer of Hazlehurst, Michael Leggett of Baxley and Charlene and Keith Price of Baxley; nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brother, Roy Kennith and Debbie Napier of Wayne, WV and sister, Phyllis and Gilbert Justice of Longwood, FL.
Graveside funeral services were held Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. from the Midway Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Gary Horton Jr. and the Reverend Josh Horton officiating.
Active Pallbearers were Leonard Horton, Brian Horton, Brandon Horton, Adriel Bunkley, James Creamer, Keith Price and Roy Kennith Napier.
Honorary Pallbearers were Dr. Tonya Fordham and staff, Stan’s Pharmacy staff, Tommy and Kathleen Overstreet and family and Roy Kennith and Debbie Napier.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Patricia Diane Leggett.
Preceding her in death was her husband, Charles E. Leggett; parents, Roy Napier and Vadie Nelson; grandson, Matthew Skyler Horton and sister, Linda Clere.
Surviving are her children, Gary and Tammy Horton of Baxley, Leonard Horton of Baxley, Brian and Terrie Horton of Hazlehurst, Jenny and James Creamer of Hazlehurst, Michael Leggett of Baxley and Charlene and Keith Price of Baxley; nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brother, Roy Kennith and Debbie Napier of Wayne, WV and sister, Phyllis and Gilbert Justice of Longwood, FL.
Graveside funeral services were held Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. from the Midway Baptist Church Cemetery with the Reverend Gary Horton Jr. and the Reverend Josh Horton officiating.
Active Pallbearers were Leonard Horton, Brian Horton, Brandon Horton, Adriel Bunkley, James Creamer, Keith Price and Roy Kennith Napier.
Honorary Pallbearers were Dr. Tonya Fordham and staff, Stan’s Pharmacy staff, Tommy and Kathleen Overstreet and family and Roy Kennith and Debbie Napier.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Patricia Diane Leggett.
RAY HUNTER JOHNSON
Ray Hunter Johnson died Saturday, June 20, 2020 at his home in Baxley.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Pom Johnson, and two children, Keeva Kase of Atlanta and Colette Kase of Merida, Mexico. He has two brothers, Alex and Jimmy, of Baxley.
Ray was born July 20, 1950, the oldest son of Hunter and Faye Johnson. He attended school in Baxley and graduated from Truett-McConnell College.
He was involved in the operation and management of Hunter Johnson Lumber from his high school years until his retirement.
Ray was involved in choir and other activities at Baxley First United Methodist Church. He was a loyal member of the Baxley Kiwanis Club. A student of stained glass art, he practiced that craft for many years. He enjoyed bicycling, participating in the Bike Ride Across Georgia.
Graveside funeral services will be held Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. from the Long Pond Cemetery with Reverend Steve Meguiar officiating.
Active pallbearers will be Alex Johnson, Jimmy Johnson, Doug Johnson, Thomas Johnson, Jeff Vanderver and Keeva Kase.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Baxley First United Methodist Church, 217 S.
Main St. Baxley GA 31513 or the Long Pond Cemetery Fund, c/o Mark Manning 3503 Hwy. 221 S. Mt. Vernon GA 30445.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Ray Hunter Johnson.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Pom Johnson, and two children, Keeva Kase of Atlanta and Colette Kase of Merida, Mexico. He has two brothers, Alex and Jimmy, of Baxley.
Ray was born July 20, 1950, the oldest son of Hunter and Faye Johnson. He attended school in Baxley and graduated from Truett-McConnell College.
He was involved in the operation and management of Hunter Johnson Lumber from his high school years until his retirement.
Ray was involved in choir and other activities at Baxley First United Methodist Church. He was a loyal member of the Baxley Kiwanis Club. A student of stained glass art, he practiced that craft for many years. He enjoyed bicycling, participating in the Bike Ride Across Georgia.
Graveside funeral services will be held Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. from the Long Pond Cemetery with Reverend Steve Meguiar officiating.
Active pallbearers will be Alex Johnson, Jimmy Johnson, Doug Johnson, Thomas Johnson, Jeff Vanderver and Keeva Kase.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Baxley First United Methodist Church, 217 S.
Main St. Baxley GA 31513 or the Long Pond Cemetery Fund, c/o Mark Manning 3503 Hwy. 221 S. Mt. Vernon GA 30445.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Ray Hunter Johnson.
BISHOP JOHN L. JACKSON
Bishop John Jackson, known to his immediate family as John, was celebrated the day of June 13, 2020. He was the pillar of the family, a devoted and loving son, brother, husband, uncle, father, a great provider, father to many, grandfather, great-grandfather to some, a dad to others, and a guiding light to many.
His life journey began in Newton, Mississippi January 4, 1951 by the union of the late Mr. L. B. and Mrs. Flora Lee Jackson. He was the second of thirteen children. He attended school at Mary Hayes in Coffee County, and Appling County High School in Baxley. He was united in marriage to Billie L. Jackson on July 25, 1971. He retired from Hazlehurst Mills after twenty plus years of service.
At an early age, Bishop John and his family moved from Graham to Hazlehurst then to Baxley, where they presided until God called him home. When he received the calling of God of a higher level being ordained as a Bishop where he ministered for the past twenty-five plus years. He was known as Bishop at God’s Powerful Lighthouse Church in Baxley, and Pastored in Pearson and Douglas. He continued his spiritual warfare in Christ Jesus, professing God’s holy word. He served faithfully not only in the church, but in the community and surrounding counties until he hear the master call on June 6, 2020.
His passion and enjoyment was reading the Bible, playing his guitar, teaching anybody the word of God or how to play instruments and singing God’s holy word. He was a farmer and his hobbies were tending to his dogs, chickens, hunting, fishing and let him tell it, he was a true cowboy. He always made anyone laugh that came in his path. He met no strangers and loved everyone. Everyone knows he would always say he was “The Bill Dance (The Fisherman)” just a shade darker.
Preceding his death are his parents, the late Mr. L. B. and Mrs. Flora Lee Jackson, Sr. and his siblings: Mrs. Mary Louise McDaniel, Mr. L. B. Jackson Jr., Mr. James Terry Jackson, Mr. Ricky Jackson, Mrs. Peggy Pierce and an adopted brother, Mr. Michael Anderson.
He leaves to cherish and to reflect upon his heart-felt memories: the love of his life, a faithful devoted wife and co pastor of forty-nine plus years, Mrs. Billie L. Jackson, five children, Pamela D. Chapman (Gregory), Felicia Watts Marshall (Danny), Felicia T. Clemons (Christopher), Wendy T. Underwood (Patrick Sr.), and Peggy C. Jackson. His pride and joy, twelve grandchildren, Mikayla M. Watts, Michael T. Byrd Jr., Joshua F. Chapman, Ashlee M. Byrd, Amillya C. Smith, Fabian T. Bryd, Patrick L. Underwood Jr., Curtis P. Worthing Jr., Patrick L. Underwood III, Najay R. Smith, Eboni L. Underwood, Curtis A. Worthing. Three great-grands, Michael T. Byrd III, Adaleia H. Byrd, and Brant Chapman.
To further reflect upon his precious memories are his remaining siblings, Ms. Linda Jackson, Mr. Tommy (Linda Faye) Jackson, Ms. Billie Cooper, Mrs. Minnie (Greg) Stripling, Minister Mickey (Lorene) Jackson, Mr. Dano Jackson. Many loving nieces and nephews, a host of brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, cousins, and friends.
A graveside service was held at Old Field Memorial Gardens on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. with the Elder Stanley Evans officiating.
Interment was also held at Old Field Memorial Gardens.
Honorary pallbearers were brothers, brother-in-laws, son-in-laws, and friends.
Active pallbearers were Michael T. Byrd Jr., Joshua F. Chapman, Fabian T. Byrd, Patrick L. Underwood Jr., Patrick L. Underwood III and Najay R. Smith.
Musical selections were rendered by Sister Pamela Chapman
Final arrangements were entrusted to McIver’s Funeral Home Inc.
His life journey began in Newton, Mississippi January 4, 1951 by the union of the late Mr. L. B. and Mrs. Flora Lee Jackson. He was the second of thirteen children. He attended school at Mary Hayes in Coffee County, and Appling County High School in Baxley. He was united in marriage to Billie L. Jackson on July 25, 1971. He retired from Hazlehurst Mills after twenty plus years of service.
At an early age, Bishop John and his family moved from Graham to Hazlehurst then to Baxley, where they presided until God called him home. When he received the calling of God of a higher level being ordained as a Bishop where he ministered for the past twenty-five plus years. He was known as Bishop at God’s Powerful Lighthouse Church in Baxley, and Pastored in Pearson and Douglas. He continued his spiritual warfare in Christ Jesus, professing God’s holy word. He served faithfully not only in the church, but in the community and surrounding counties until he hear the master call on June 6, 2020.
His passion and enjoyment was reading the Bible, playing his guitar, teaching anybody the word of God or how to play instruments and singing God’s holy word. He was a farmer and his hobbies were tending to his dogs, chickens, hunting, fishing and let him tell it, he was a true cowboy. He always made anyone laugh that came in his path. He met no strangers and loved everyone. Everyone knows he would always say he was “The Bill Dance (The Fisherman)” just a shade darker.
Preceding his death are his parents, the late Mr. L. B. and Mrs. Flora Lee Jackson, Sr. and his siblings: Mrs. Mary Louise McDaniel, Mr. L. B. Jackson Jr., Mr. James Terry Jackson, Mr. Ricky Jackson, Mrs. Peggy Pierce and an adopted brother, Mr. Michael Anderson.
He leaves to cherish and to reflect upon his heart-felt memories: the love of his life, a faithful devoted wife and co pastor of forty-nine plus years, Mrs. Billie L. Jackson, five children, Pamela D. Chapman (Gregory), Felicia Watts Marshall (Danny), Felicia T. Clemons (Christopher), Wendy T. Underwood (Patrick Sr.), and Peggy C. Jackson. His pride and joy, twelve grandchildren, Mikayla M. Watts, Michael T. Byrd Jr., Joshua F. Chapman, Ashlee M. Byrd, Amillya C. Smith, Fabian T. Bryd, Patrick L. Underwood Jr., Curtis P. Worthing Jr., Patrick L. Underwood III, Najay R. Smith, Eboni L. Underwood, Curtis A. Worthing. Three great-grands, Michael T. Byrd III, Adaleia H. Byrd, and Brant Chapman.
To further reflect upon his precious memories are his remaining siblings, Ms. Linda Jackson, Mr. Tommy (Linda Faye) Jackson, Ms. Billie Cooper, Mrs. Minnie (Greg) Stripling, Minister Mickey (Lorene) Jackson, Mr. Dano Jackson. Many loving nieces and nephews, a host of brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, cousins, and friends.
A graveside service was held at Old Field Memorial Gardens on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. with the Elder Stanley Evans officiating.
Interment was also held at Old Field Memorial Gardens.
Honorary pallbearers were brothers, brother-in-laws, son-in-laws, and friends.
Active pallbearers were Michael T. Byrd Jr., Joshua F. Chapman, Fabian T. Byrd, Patrick L. Underwood Jr., Patrick L. Underwood III and Najay R. Smith.
Musical selections were rendered by Sister Pamela Chapman
Final arrangements were entrusted to McIver’s Funeral Home Inc.
WILBERT WILLIAMS JR.
Wilbert Williams, Jr. was born on November 12, 1964 to the late Wilbert Williams, Sr., and Earnestine Slay Williams of Alma. He attended the Bacon County School System.
Wilbert Williams was preceded in death by his parents Wilbert and Earnestine Williams, one sister Florence Williams, one brother Jeffery Williams, two aunts Lillie Bell Jones and Elizabeth Williams, two uncles James Edward Slay and Bailey Charles Frances.
Wilbert leaves to cherish his memories his brother Terry Williams of Virginia, sister Janie Lou (David) Pickett of Jesup, four aunts Dorothy Wright of Baxley, Bessie Lott of Douglas, Patricia Frances of Douglas, Dorothy (George) Riggs of Waycross, two uncles Willie Paul Frances of Douglas, Henry Lee Frances of West Palm Beach, FL, one niece Jacquline Williams of Douglas, along with a host of cousins and friends.
A graveside service was held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Alma on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. with the Apostle Tobias Linder giving the eulogy
Musical selections were rendered by the congregation and Jerome Linder.
Honorary Pallbearers were the staff of White House Personal Care.
Arrangements were entrusted to C. M. Brown Funeral Home.
Wilbert Williams was preceded in death by his parents Wilbert and Earnestine Williams, one sister Florence Williams, one brother Jeffery Williams, two aunts Lillie Bell Jones and Elizabeth Williams, two uncles James Edward Slay and Bailey Charles Frances.
Wilbert leaves to cherish his memories his brother Terry Williams of Virginia, sister Janie Lou (David) Pickett of Jesup, four aunts Dorothy Wright of Baxley, Bessie Lott of Douglas, Patricia Frances of Douglas, Dorothy (George) Riggs of Waycross, two uncles Willie Paul Frances of Douglas, Henry Lee Frances of West Palm Beach, FL, one niece Jacquline Williams of Douglas, along with a host of cousins and friends.
A graveside service was held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Alma on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. with the Apostle Tobias Linder giving the eulogy
Musical selections were rendered by the congregation and Jerome Linder.
Honorary Pallbearers were the staff of White House Personal Care.
Arrangements were entrusted to C. M. Brown Funeral Home.
RICHARD BURNACE LIGHTSEY
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral service of Mr. Richard Burnace Lightsey, 70, who passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020. He was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County, a retired ironworker, and a United States Army Veteran. Mr. Lightsey was Methodist by faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Eston and Senia Pearce Lightsey and two brothers, Johnny Lightsey and Joe Lightsey.
Surviving is the love of Richards life for thirty two years, Cindy Sheffield of Surrency; two brothers, Roger and wife Eleanor Lightsey of Surrency and George Lightsey of Baxley; three sisters, Pearl and husband Ed Turner of Surrency, Verlene and husband Stanley Moody of Baxley and Yommie and husband Ronnie Taylor of Baxley; best friend and caretaker, Sissy Sheffield of Baxley.
Graveside funeral services were held Friday, June 12, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. at the Memorial Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Jason Moody, Ricky Lightsey, Neil Lightsey, Shawn Lightsey, Brian Turner and Harold Turner.
Honorary Pallbearers were all friends and family.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mr. Richard Burnace Lightsey.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Eston and Senia Pearce Lightsey and two brothers, Johnny Lightsey and Joe Lightsey.
Surviving is the love of Richards life for thirty two years, Cindy Sheffield of Surrency; two brothers, Roger and wife Eleanor Lightsey of Surrency and George Lightsey of Baxley; three sisters, Pearl and husband Ed Turner of Surrency, Verlene and husband Stanley Moody of Baxley and Yommie and husband Ronnie Taylor of Baxley; best friend and caretaker, Sissy Sheffield of Baxley.
Graveside funeral services were held Friday, June 12, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. at the Memorial Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Jason Moody, Ricky Lightsey, Neil Lightsey, Shawn Lightsey, Brian Turner and Harold Turner.
Honorary Pallbearers were all friends and family.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mr. Richard Burnace Lightsey.
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