Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Tharian “Pete” Carter, 80, who passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019, at his residence under the care of Comfort Care Hospice. He was a native of Appling County, living in Florida for 35 years. Mr. Carter was a United States Navy Veteran and was a retired equipment operator working for 34 years with the City of Vero Beach, FL.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rhonda Carter and mother, Mary Conner.
Survivors include his companion, Mary Carter of Baxley; two sons, John and Amy Carter of Melbourne, FL and Jeff and Sabrina Carter of Baxley; seven grandchildren, one great grandchild and four sisters, Martha Hutcheson of Baxley, Patricia Music of Baxley, Nancy Gray of Georgetown, AL and Phyllis Branch of Hazlehurst.
A celebration of life service was held Saturday, March 9, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Patricia Music at 393 Barnes Street, Baxley. For more information please call Ms. Patricia at 912-240-2205.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Tharian “Pete” Carter.
Obituaries
LAURA LEE WILSON ALLEN
Mrs. Laura Lee Wilson Allen, 95, of K-ville, passed away Monday March 4, 2019, at the Hospice House of Hospice Satilla following an extended illness.
Born January 15, 1924, in Wayne County, she was a daughter of the late William Reuben and Minnie Mozell Wilson. She lived all of her life in Appling County and Wayne County where she was a housewife and farmed alongside her husband. She was a member of Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church where she attended the Sr. Adults Sunday school class and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Winton Allen; an infant son; two sisters, Annie Rozier and Leeollie Mosley Meeks; and a brother, John Wesley Wilson.
Survivors include her five children, Joan Genell Joyner of Thomson, James Morris Allen (wife Kerry) of Brunswick, Kathleen Allen Thornton (husband Jerry) of K’ville, Winifred Allen Williams of Brunswick, Vickie Kay Metelits (husband Robby) of Waycross; seven grandchildren, Steve Keene (wife April) of Thomson, Tony Allen of Brunswick, Kenny Allen (wife Martha) of Brunswick, Eric Mizell (wife Jessica) of Alma, Latreana Williams of Brunswick, Jessica Dana Mobley (husband Allen) of Brunswick, and Ashley Thornton of Blackshear; 13 great grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
A funeral service took place Friday March 8, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Liberty Cemetery in Wayne County.
The family received friends on Friday at the church one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing online at www.hartfh.com.
Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of arrangements.
Born January 15, 1924, in Wayne County, she was a daughter of the late William Reuben and Minnie Mozell Wilson. She lived all of her life in Appling County and Wayne County where she was a housewife and farmed alongside her husband. She was a member of Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church where she attended the Sr. Adults Sunday school class and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Winton Allen; an infant son; two sisters, Annie Rozier and Leeollie Mosley Meeks; and a brother, John Wesley Wilson.
Survivors include her five children, Joan Genell Joyner of Thomson, James Morris Allen (wife Kerry) of Brunswick, Kathleen Allen Thornton (husband Jerry) of K’ville, Winifred Allen Williams of Brunswick, Vickie Kay Metelits (husband Robby) of Waycross; seven grandchildren, Steve Keene (wife April) of Thomson, Tony Allen of Brunswick, Kenny Allen (wife Martha) of Brunswick, Eric Mizell (wife Jessica) of Alma, Latreana Williams of Brunswick, Jessica Dana Mobley (husband Allen) of Brunswick, and Ashley Thornton of Blackshear; 13 great grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
A funeral service took place Friday March 8, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Piney Grove Freewill Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Liberty Cemetery in Wayne County.
The family received friends on Friday at the church one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way, Waycross, GA 31501.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing online at www.hartfh.com.
Hart Funeral Home of Blackshear was in charge of arrangements.
FRANCES CHRISTINE WOOD
Mrs. Frances Christine Wood, 86, of Hazlehurst, passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019, at Hazlehurst Court Care.
Mrs. Wood, the daughter of the late Henry and Gertrude Osborne McLemore, and was a native of Toombs County, having resided in Jeff Davis County for a number of years. She was a homemaker.
Mrs. Wood was preceded in death by husband James Thomas Wood; daughter, Linda Dale Carroll; grandson, Jimmy Wesley Robins.
Survivors include two sons, Jimmy Wood (Teresa) and Thomas Wood (Deborah) both of Hazlehurst.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, March 02, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home with the Rev. Jinker Horton officiating.
Interment followed in the Pinecrest Cemetery in Toombs County.
Honorary pallbearers were Taylor Wood, Chaz Wood, Breayla Ewing, and Stacey Tharpe.
Active pallbearers were great-grandsons, James Wood, Blake Wood, Austin Wood, Paul Wood, Cody Ewing, and Kristopher Ewing.
Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
Mrs. Wood, the daughter of the late Henry and Gertrude Osborne McLemore, and was a native of Toombs County, having resided in Jeff Davis County for a number of years. She was a homemaker.
Mrs. Wood was preceded in death by husband James Thomas Wood; daughter, Linda Dale Carroll; grandson, Jimmy Wesley Robins.
Survivors include two sons, Jimmy Wood (Teresa) and Thomas Wood (Deborah) both of Hazlehurst.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, March 02, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home with the Rev. Jinker Horton officiating.
Interment followed in the Pinecrest Cemetery in Toombs County.
Honorary pallbearers were Taylor Wood, Chaz Wood, Breayla Ewing, and Stacey Tharpe.
Active pallbearers were great-grandsons, James Wood, Blake Wood, Austin Wood, Paul Wood, Cody Ewing, and Kristopher Ewing.
Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
Thresa Mershell Nails
Ms. Thresa Mershell Nails was born on April 16, 1960 to the late Eddie James Eason and the late Lissa Butler Ryals in Jacksonville, Georgia.
Thresa moved to Charlotte, North Carolina in 1996 and then back to her hometown of Baxley in 2011. She was employed at Laquinta and Holiday Inn as a housekeeper. She was also employed with Americord, Flash Foods and McDonald’s. She was a member of St. Matthews Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of her nephew, Pastor Moses Eason Sr.
Thresa loved to cook and she had excellent culinary skills. She spent a lot of time reading novels and books, as well as listening to gospel music. She enjoyed traveling to various places and going on walks. Her favorite color was blue. She would spend her Saturday mornings cleaning as she listened to one of her favorite artists, Anita Baker. Thresa was very crazy about her family and wanted unity amoungst her family. She loved her kids and always strived to be the best parent any child could ask for, but her heart was with her grandkids. She loved the ground they walked on and would move heaven and earth for them. Her last request was “Take Care of My Grandbabies”.
After a tough battle with her illness, Thresa was called home to be with her Lord on February 24, 2019 at Hazlehurst Court Care and Rehab. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie James Eason and Lissa Butler Ryals. She will forever be missed by her family and friends.
She leaves to cherish her memories her loving and devoted children, Tremealia Sanders (Terry, Sr.) and Travis Essex Eason, Sr., grandchildren, Daija Smith, Travis Eason Jr. Da’Khari Enix, Terriyonna Cummings, Terri Sanders, Calyssa Gaskins, and Terry Sanders Jr., siblings, Cynthia Esambe, Zachary Butler Sr., Renee Eason, Bobby Clements (Larry), Beatrice Olden (James), James Byrd, Lisa Stevens, Chip Ryals (Evette) and Kristy Bennett (Reuben), aunts/uncles, Deloris Harris, Gwendolyn Williams, Susan Sampson, Earlene Butler, Reuben Butler Sr., and Donnie Butler, god-daughters, Roberta “Niecee” Paulk, Anjoli “Me-Me” Paulk, and Courtney Presley. She will be remembered by a very special friend, Kathy Cash, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Matthews Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Moses Eason Sr. presiding.
Honorary pallbearers were Community Hospice, Hazlehurst Court and Rehab, Kathy Cash and Nephews.
Final Arrangements were entrusted to C. M. Brown Funeral Home.
Thresa moved to Charlotte, North Carolina in 1996 and then back to her hometown of Baxley in 2011. She was employed at Laquinta and Holiday Inn as a housekeeper. She was also employed with Americord, Flash Foods and McDonald’s. She was a member of St. Matthews Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of her nephew, Pastor Moses Eason Sr.
Thresa loved to cook and she had excellent culinary skills. She spent a lot of time reading novels and books, as well as listening to gospel music. She enjoyed traveling to various places and going on walks. Her favorite color was blue. She would spend her Saturday mornings cleaning as she listened to one of her favorite artists, Anita Baker. Thresa was very crazy about her family and wanted unity amoungst her family. She loved her kids and always strived to be the best parent any child could ask for, but her heart was with her grandkids. She loved the ground they walked on and would move heaven and earth for them. Her last request was “Take Care of My Grandbabies”.
After a tough battle with her illness, Thresa was called home to be with her Lord on February 24, 2019 at Hazlehurst Court Care and Rehab. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie James Eason and Lissa Butler Ryals. She will forever be missed by her family and friends.
She leaves to cherish her memories her loving and devoted children, Tremealia Sanders (Terry, Sr.) and Travis Essex Eason, Sr., grandchildren, Daija Smith, Travis Eason Jr. Da’Khari Enix, Terriyonna Cummings, Terri Sanders, Calyssa Gaskins, and Terry Sanders Jr., siblings, Cynthia Esambe, Zachary Butler Sr., Renee Eason, Bobby Clements (Larry), Beatrice Olden (James), James Byrd, Lisa Stevens, Chip Ryals (Evette) and Kristy Bennett (Reuben), aunts/uncles, Deloris Harris, Gwendolyn Williams, Susan Sampson, Earlene Butler, Reuben Butler Sr., and Donnie Butler, god-daughters, Roberta “Niecee” Paulk, Anjoli “Me-Me” Paulk, and Courtney Presley. She will be remembered by a very special friend, Kathy Cash, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Matthews Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Moses Eason Sr. presiding.
Honorary pallbearers were Community Hospice, Hazlehurst Court and Rehab, Kathy Cash and Nephews.
Final Arrangements were entrusted to C. M. Brown Funeral Home.
STEPHEN MATTHEW KAUGER
Stephen Matthew Kauger, 40, of Surrency died Monday, February 25, 2019.
Stephen was born June 18, 1978, in Waycross, and was a truck driver.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Serge and Evelyn Kauger, Mack R. Williams and Zettie Mae and Joe Stone.
Survivors include his son, Kaden Matthew Kauger of Surrency; parents, Steve and Maxine Kauger of Surrency; brother and sister in law, Jason and Bobbie Sue Kauger of Surrency; two nieces, Mahle Kauger and Mallory Kauger both of Surrency. His best and lifelong friend, Gary W. Covington of Baxley.
Funeral services were held Friday, March 1, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with the Rev. Rick Brown and Rev. Lamar Lee officiating.
Interment followed in Graham United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Michael Crosby, Garret Crosby, Noe Guerra, Gary Covington, Colby Covington and Michael Perry.
Musical selections were rendered by Christine Crosby and Jordan Ball.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Stephen was born June 18, 1978, in Waycross, and was a truck driver.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Serge and Evelyn Kauger, Mack R. Williams and Zettie Mae and Joe Stone.
Survivors include his son, Kaden Matthew Kauger of Surrency; parents, Steve and Maxine Kauger of Surrency; brother and sister in law, Jason and Bobbie Sue Kauger of Surrency; two nieces, Mahle Kauger and Mallory Kauger both of Surrency. His best and lifelong friend, Gary W. Covington of Baxley.
Funeral services were held Friday, March 1, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with the Rev. Rick Brown and Rev. Lamar Lee officiating.
Interment followed in Graham United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Michael Crosby, Garret Crosby, Noe Guerra, Gary Covington, Colby Covington and Michael Perry.
Musical selections were rendered by Christine Crosby and Jordan Ball.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
RUTH ANN HART HOLLIS
Ruth Ann Hart Hollis, 54, of Baxley died Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah.
Mrs. Hollis was born January 21, 1965, in Bacon County and was a member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She was a licensed professional counselor who touched the lives of many children and was a former employee of the Georgia Baptist Children’s Home. Mrs. Hollis had a colorful, bubbly personality and never met a stranger.
She was preceded in death by her father, David C. Hart, paternal grandparents, Lacy Hart and Ora Lee Sellers and maternal grandparents, Alton “Bogie” Carter and Benez Hart.
Survivors include her husband, Roger Hollis of Baxley; daughter, Morgan Yawn and husband, Seth of Baxley and a step daughter, Brandi Carter and husband, Ryan of Baxley; step son, Timothy Hollis of Baxley; mother, Manda Ruth Hart of Baxley; sister, Lana Clark and husband, Clay of Baxley; grandchildren, Rylee Tanner, Ryver Tanner and Remlee Yawn and step grandchildren, Khloe Hollis, Jaydon Hollis and Savannah Sellers and nieces, Kallie Taylor and husband Chris and Madison Aspinwall. A special friend Jennifer Luke also survives.
Funeral services were held Saturday, March 2, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Zion Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. David Barber, Rev. Wayne Williamson, Rev. James Minick and Rev. Rick Brown officiating and a eulogy by Ashley Crawford.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Carter Cauley, Dane Clements, Ed Hart, Daniel Brooks Carter, Clay Clark and Chris Taylor.
Honorary Pallbearers were all friends in attendance.
Musical selections were rendered by Susan Lamb, Misty Barber, Valarie Brannen, Jeff Stringer, Sherry and Glenn Beach.
Remembrances may be made to the Georgia Baptist Church’s Home 9420 Blackshear Hwy., Baxley, Ga. 31513
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hollis was born January 21, 1965, in Bacon County and was a member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She was a licensed professional counselor who touched the lives of many children and was a former employee of the Georgia Baptist Children’s Home. Mrs. Hollis had a colorful, bubbly personality and never met a stranger.
She was preceded in death by her father, David C. Hart, paternal grandparents, Lacy Hart and Ora Lee Sellers and maternal grandparents, Alton “Bogie” Carter and Benez Hart.
Survivors include her husband, Roger Hollis of Baxley; daughter, Morgan Yawn and husband, Seth of Baxley and a step daughter, Brandi Carter and husband, Ryan of Baxley; step son, Timothy Hollis of Baxley; mother, Manda Ruth Hart of Baxley; sister, Lana Clark and husband, Clay of Baxley; grandchildren, Rylee Tanner, Ryver Tanner and Remlee Yawn and step grandchildren, Khloe Hollis, Jaydon Hollis and Savannah Sellers and nieces, Kallie Taylor and husband Chris and Madison Aspinwall. A special friend Jennifer Luke also survives.
Funeral services were held Saturday, March 2, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Zion Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. David Barber, Rev. Wayne Williamson, Rev. James Minick and Rev. Rick Brown officiating and a eulogy by Ashley Crawford.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Carter Cauley, Dane Clements, Ed Hart, Daniel Brooks Carter, Clay Clark and Chris Taylor.
Honorary Pallbearers were all friends in attendance.
Musical selections were rendered by Susan Lamb, Misty Barber, Valarie Brannen, Jeff Stringer, Sherry and Glenn Beach.
Remembrances may be made to the Georgia Baptist Church’s Home 9420 Blackshear Hwy., Baxley, Ga. 31513
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Robert Frank Harris Sr.
Robert Frank Harris Sr. (Bobby) was born September 10, 1950 to the late Marie and Robert Jenkins. After his mother ‘s death at the age of 2 years old, he was adopted and raised by his aunt and uncle, Iristine and Obediah Harris.
Robert confessed his belief in Christ at an early age. He was a member of First African Missionary Baptist Church until about six years ago when he relocated to Savannah to receive better medical care and employment opportunities. While at First African Missionary Baptist Church he served on the Deacon Board and he sang in the Senior Choir. He was a committed choir member.
Robert attended Appling County Consolidated High School where he graduated in 1968. In high school he was a member of chorus, the track team and football team.
Robert was drafted into the United States Army after graduating from his high school. He served in the Army and afterward returned to Baxley, he began seeking employment. He Received training in the military that propelled him to excel in computer operation and leadership skills. He worked at a number of prestigious companies, including ITT Rayonier of Baxley and Jesup and Dixie Crystal Refinery of Savannah.
He leaves to cherish his loving memories his devoted wife, Sis. Shirley Hudson-Harris of Savannah, one daughter, Meya H. Jones of Savannah, two sons, Demarco Harris (Synovia) of Atlanta and Robert Harris Jr. of Atlanta, nine grandchildren, Miles Jones, Madison Jones, Marco Redfield, Star Harris, Demi Harris, Kaitlyn Harris, JaDon Harris, Marquis Harris, Christorian Harris, one sister, Sis. Gloria Seed of Norwalk, Connecticut, three brothers, Adolph Copland of Miami, Florida, Elder Melvin Copeland of Daytona, Florida, Alvin Jean Formey of Adairsville, a former mother-in-law, Sis. Elizabeth Simmons of Baxley, sister-in-laws, Essie Copeland of Delaware, Annette Thomas of Baxley, Elder Lillian Brooks of Atlanta, Annie Grace Hudson of Fayetteville, North Carolina, three brother-in-laws, Early Hudson of Baxley, Henry Hudson Jr. (Shirley) of Atlanta, Harold Hudson of Buffalo, New York, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, March 2 at 12:00 P.M. at First African Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. J. M. Blair and Elder Lillian Hudson-Brooks presiding. Interment followed at Old Field Memorial Gardens.
Music Selections were by Minister of Music and Choir.
Active Pallbearers were Bradford Allen, Shelton Williams, Marquis Harris, and JaDon Harris.
Honorary Pallbearers were Appling County Consolidated High School Class of 1968.
Professional Services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
Robert confessed his belief in Christ at an early age. He was a member of First African Missionary Baptist Church until about six years ago when he relocated to Savannah to receive better medical care and employment opportunities. While at First African Missionary Baptist Church he served on the Deacon Board and he sang in the Senior Choir. He was a committed choir member.
Robert attended Appling County Consolidated High School where he graduated in 1968. In high school he was a member of chorus, the track team and football team.
Robert was drafted into the United States Army after graduating from his high school. He served in the Army and afterward returned to Baxley, he began seeking employment. He Received training in the military that propelled him to excel in computer operation and leadership skills. He worked at a number of prestigious companies, including ITT Rayonier of Baxley and Jesup and Dixie Crystal Refinery of Savannah.
He leaves to cherish his loving memories his devoted wife, Sis. Shirley Hudson-Harris of Savannah, one daughter, Meya H. Jones of Savannah, two sons, Demarco Harris (Synovia) of Atlanta and Robert Harris Jr. of Atlanta, nine grandchildren, Miles Jones, Madison Jones, Marco Redfield, Star Harris, Demi Harris, Kaitlyn Harris, JaDon Harris, Marquis Harris, Christorian Harris, one sister, Sis. Gloria Seed of Norwalk, Connecticut, three brothers, Adolph Copland of Miami, Florida, Elder Melvin Copeland of Daytona, Florida, Alvin Jean Formey of Adairsville, a former mother-in-law, Sis. Elizabeth Simmons of Baxley, sister-in-laws, Essie Copeland of Delaware, Annette Thomas of Baxley, Elder Lillian Brooks of Atlanta, Annie Grace Hudson of Fayetteville, North Carolina, three brother-in-laws, Early Hudson of Baxley, Henry Hudson Jr. (Shirley) of Atlanta, Harold Hudson of Buffalo, New York, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, March 2 at 12:00 P.M. at First African Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. J. M. Blair and Elder Lillian Hudson-Brooks presiding. Interment followed at Old Field Memorial Gardens.
Music Selections were by Minister of Music and Choir.
Active Pallbearers were Bradford Allen, Shelton Williams, Marquis Harris, and JaDon Harris.
Honorary Pallbearers were Appling County Consolidated High School Class of 1968.
Professional Services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
Mozella Powell Hall
Mozella Powell Hall, 77, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2019 due to a brief illness. She was born June 9, 1941 in Baxley, to the late Cornelia Jackson, Henry Powell and David McCall. She married her lifelong love, Ivory Lee Hall, in April of 1957 who preceded her in death in 2000.
Mozella was preceded in death by her siblings, Clinton Powell, Jerry Harris, Barbara Williams, and Ulah McCall.
Mozella loved he family and never met a stranger. Mozella was an excellent cook and made a habit of feeding whoever was hungry. She grew up in the Blarney Community. She was an active member of Mizpah Baptist Church, where she faithfully served as the church mother.
Fond memories of Mozella will forever be cherished by her children; Lorenzo Hall of Baxley, Alford (Sheila) Hall of Hazlehurst, George (Beverly) Hall of Milledgeville, Christopher Hall of Baxley, Philip Hall of Belton, Texas, and Sandy (Michael) Jordan of Baxley, twelve grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren, siblings; James (Frances) Powell of Rivera Beach, Florida, Willa M. Harris Rooks, of Baxley, Vernell (Wilmena) Harris of Baxley, Lawanda (Curtis) Nails of Baxley, Maxine (James) Nails of Baxley, Caroline Faye(Kembrough) Clements of Baxley, David (Elle) McCall of Baxley, Marsha Hartwell of Atlanta, and Annette McCall of Baxley, special friends; Carolyn Reaves and Joyce Skipper. She will also be missed by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and sorrowing friends.
Funeral Services were held Thursday, February 28 at 11:00 A.M.at Mizpah Baptist Church with the Pastor James R. Carlyle and Prophetess Jaquetta Edwards presiding. Interment followed in the Mizpah Baptist Church Cemetery.
Music selections were by Voices of Genesis.
Active Pallbearers were Jermaine McCall, Marcus Hartwell, David McCall III, Wilton McCall, Author McCall and Kelvin Harris.
Honorary Pallbearers were employees of Amoco Fabrics and Fibers and Action Pact Senior Center.
Professional Services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
Mozella was preceded in death by her siblings, Clinton Powell, Jerry Harris, Barbara Williams, and Ulah McCall.
Mozella loved he family and never met a stranger. Mozella was an excellent cook and made a habit of feeding whoever was hungry. She grew up in the Blarney Community. She was an active member of Mizpah Baptist Church, where she faithfully served as the church mother.
Fond memories of Mozella will forever be cherished by her children; Lorenzo Hall of Baxley, Alford (Sheila) Hall of Hazlehurst, George (Beverly) Hall of Milledgeville, Christopher Hall of Baxley, Philip Hall of Belton, Texas, and Sandy (Michael) Jordan of Baxley, twelve grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren, siblings; James (Frances) Powell of Rivera Beach, Florida, Willa M. Harris Rooks, of Baxley, Vernell (Wilmena) Harris of Baxley, Lawanda (Curtis) Nails of Baxley, Maxine (James) Nails of Baxley, Caroline Faye(Kembrough) Clements of Baxley, David (Elle) McCall of Baxley, Marsha Hartwell of Atlanta, and Annette McCall of Baxley, special friends; Carolyn Reaves and Joyce Skipper. She will also be missed by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and sorrowing friends.
Funeral Services were held Thursday, February 28 at 11:00 A.M.at Mizpah Baptist Church with the Pastor James R. Carlyle and Prophetess Jaquetta Edwards presiding. Interment followed in the Mizpah Baptist Church Cemetery.
Music selections were by Voices of Genesis.
Active Pallbearers were Jermaine McCall, Marcus Hartwell, David McCall III, Wilton McCall, Author McCall and Kelvin Harris.
Honorary Pallbearers were employees of Amoco Fabrics and Fibers and Action Pact Senior Center.
Professional Services were entrusted to Baxley Funeral Home.
GEORGIA RUTH MATTOX GASKINS
Georgia Ruth Mattox Gaskins, 88, of Alma, went home to be with the Lord on February 28, 2019. She was born in Alma on February 19, 1931, to the late Walter Mattox and Oralee Williford Mattox. One brother, Jay Walter Mattox, a sister, Stella Faye Mattox Peacock, a grandson, Marcus Franklin Stinger, daughter-in-law, Kathy Davis Gaskins and a son-in-law, Lee Little, preceded her in death. She was a member of Beulah Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband of 73 years, Marcus Newton Gaskins of Alma, two children, Jerry Marcus Gaskins (Alyssa) of Callahan, FL. and Rhonda Gaskins Little of Alma, one brother, Joey Mattox of Alma, three sisters, Hazel Lee, Jean Allen (Quitman) of Alma and Judy Williams (Richie) of Baxley, five grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Sunday, March 3, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Beulah Baptist Church with the Rev. Matt Tuttle, Rev. Loren Bryant and Rev. R. B. Gaskins officiating.
Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends at Beulah Baptist on Sunday, from 12:30 p.m. until funeral time.
Active pallbearers were Jay Mattox, Denny Lee, Tommy Peacock, Buddy Dubberly, David Moore and Charlie Gaskins. Honorary pallbearers will be; Eddie Smart, Women of Faith Sunday school class of Beulah Baptist Church.
Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Survivors include her husband of 73 years, Marcus Newton Gaskins of Alma, two children, Jerry Marcus Gaskins (Alyssa) of Callahan, FL. and Rhonda Gaskins Little of Alma, one brother, Joey Mattox of Alma, three sisters, Hazel Lee, Jean Allen (Quitman) of Alma and Judy Williams (Richie) of Baxley, five grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Sunday, March 3, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Beulah Baptist Church with the Rev. Matt Tuttle, Rev. Loren Bryant and Rev. R. B. Gaskins officiating.
Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends at Beulah Baptist on Sunday, from 12:30 p.m. until funeral time.
Active pallbearers were Jay Mattox, Denny Lee, Tommy Peacock, Buddy Dubberly, David Moore and Charlie Gaskins. Honorary pallbearers will be; Eddie Smart, Women of Faith Sunday school class of Beulah Baptist Church.
Crosby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
EMORY WHEELER SELLERS
Emory Wheeler Sellers, age 82, of Baxley passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019, at his residence under the care of Comfort Care Hospice.
Mr. Sellers was born February 4, 1937, in Bacon County to the late Ernest W. Sellers and the late Olya Mae Poole Sellers. He attended Friendship Congregational Christian Church, was retired from Hazlehurst Mills and was a farmer.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Shirley Y. Sellers of Baxley; daughter and son in law, Becky and David Brue of Baxley; sisters, Kathryn Walton of Pooler and Joyce Reynolds of McCaysville. Several nieces, nephews and two granddogs, Jabo and T. J. also survive.
Funeral services were held Monday, February 18, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Wayne Williamson, Dr. Hugo Hammond and Rev. Justin McLellan officiating.
Interment followed in Omega Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were James Yarbrough, Larry Yarbrough, Randy Branch, Alvin Walton, Daniel Walton, Donald Walton and David Walton.
Honorary Pallbearers were Larry Boatright, Steve Wynn, Lonnie Wooten, Wayne Crosby, Ricky Branch, Richie and Judy Williams, Billy Eason, John and Julie Nail, Jesse and Bea Bowling, Buddy Dubberly,
Chris Floyd, Ed Tharpe, John Lewis, Ernesto Ramirez,Terri Westberry,Vicky Gallion, Alton and Donna Covington.
Musical selections were rendered by Dr. Hugo and Letha Hammond.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Sellers was born February 4, 1937, in Bacon County to the late Ernest W. Sellers and the late Olya Mae Poole Sellers. He attended Friendship Congregational Christian Church, was retired from Hazlehurst Mills and was a farmer.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Shirley Y. Sellers of Baxley; daughter and son in law, Becky and David Brue of Baxley; sisters, Kathryn Walton of Pooler and Joyce Reynolds of McCaysville. Several nieces, nephews and two granddogs, Jabo and T. J. also survive.
Funeral services were held Monday, February 18, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Wayne Williamson, Dr. Hugo Hammond and Rev. Justin McLellan officiating.
Interment followed in Omega Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were James Yarbrough, Larry Yarbrough, Randy Branch, Alvin Walton, Daniel Walton, Donald Walton and David Walton.
Honorary Pallbearers were Larry Boatright, Steve Wynn, Lonnie Wooten, Wayne Crosby, Ricky Branch, Richie and Judy Williams, Billy Eason, John and Julie Nail, Jesse and Bea Bowling, Buddy Dubberly,
Chris Floyd, Ed Tharpe, John Lewis, Ernesto Ramirez,Terri Westberry,Vicky Gallion, Alton and Donna Covington.
Musical selections were rendered by Dr. Hugo and Letha Hammond.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
ROBERT DONALD LANE
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Robert Donald Lane -GySgt., USMC, (Retired), age 92, who passed away Thursday, February 21, 2019, at his residence under the care of Comfort Care Hospice.
He was a resident of Appling County for the past 30 years previously living in Savannah. Mr. Lane served in the United States Navy from 1943-1946 during WWII being deployed on the Destroyer USS Hudson stationed in the South Pacific as a GM3C Gunnery Mate third Class. Mr. Lane joined the USMC July 21, 1947 and served as the Sgt. squad leader for the Dog Company, Second Battalion, and Seventh Marines in the Korean War. His leadership was instrumental during the Chinese attacks on Yudam-ni the night and morning of November 27-28, 1950 in which his company held off a Chinese invasion with hand to hand combat. Of the forty Marines in Dog Company he was only one of 16 that survived. Mr. Lane retired from the USMC in 1964.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald William and Dorothy Morlock Lane.
Survivors include his wife, Marjorie Lane of Baxley; five children, Leslie Lane (Cathy) of Bulloch County, Laura Darnall (DeWain) of Savannah, Harriet O’Rourke (Jay) of Savannah, Jo Morse (Robert) of Richmond Hill and Karen May (Jimmy) of Savannah; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 23, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. at Midway Baptist Church with the Reverend Wayne Williamson and Reverend Benji McReady officiating.
Interment followed in the church cemetery with military honors.
Visitation was held one hour prior to services at the church.
Honorary Pallbearers were the Adult Sunday School Class of Midway Baptist Church.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Robert Donald Lane-GySgt., USMC, (Retired).
He was a resident of Appling County for the past 30 years previously living in Savannah. Mr. Lane served in the United States Navy from 1943-1946 during WWII being deployed on the Destroyer USS Hudson stationed in the South Pacific as a GM3C Gunnery Mate third Class. Mr. Lane joined the USMC July 21, 1947 and served as the Sgt. squad leader for the Dog Company, Second Battalion, and Seventh Marines in the Korean War. His leadership was instrumental during the Chinese attacks on Yudam-ni the night and morning of November 27-28, 1950 in which his company held off a Chinese invasion with hand to hand combat. Of the forty Marines in Dog Company he was only one of 16 that survived. Mr. Lane retired from the USMC in 1964.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald William and Dorothy Morlock Lane.
Survivors include his wife, Marjorie Lane of Baxley; five children, Leslie Lane (Cathy) of Bulloch County, Laura Darnall (DeWain) of Savannah, Harriet O’Rourke (Jay) of Savannah, Jo Morse (Robert) of Richmond Hill and Karen May (Jimmy) of Savannah; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 23, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. at Midway Baptist Church with the Reverend Wayne Williamson and Reverend Benji McReady officiating.
Interment followed in the church cemetery with military honors.
Visitation was held one hour prior to services at the church.
Honorary Pallbearers were the Adult Sunday School Class of Midway Baptist Church.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Robert Donald Lane-GySgt., USMC, (Retired).
LAMAR JOHNSON
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Lamar Johnson, 58, who passed away Sunday, February 17, 2019, at his residence under the care of Hospice of South Georgia. He was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County and a member of the Appling County Highschool class of 1978. Mr. Johnson was a Lineman for 37 years with Georgia Power and attended Zion Missionary Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lannis and Louise Dubberly Johnson and brother, Mickey Johnson.
Survivors include his wife of 11 years, Doris Farr Johnson; four children, Dustin Johnson and wife Malanda; Marah Johnson and Chase Grantham, Rachel Taylor and husband Steven and Russell Ware and Caitlyn Campbell; seven grandchildren, Carter Johnson, Cohen Johnson, Zoe Taylor, Zane Taylor, Nova Taylor, Walker Ware and Brynlee Tomlinson; two sisters, Janice Courson and husband Dwight and Marilyn Bass and husband Mickey; several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., at Nobles Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend James Minick, Reverend Rick Brown and Reverend Joe Ferguson officiating.
Interment followed in the Omega Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., prior to funeral services at the funeral home.
Active pallbearers were Chip Brinkley, Nelson Biggers, Jere Kimbrel, Tim Claxton, Terry Lee, Eddie Cleland and Edsel Mayers.
Honorary pallbearers were all of Georgia Power employees and members of Zion Missionary Baptist Church.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Lamar Johnson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lannis and Louise Dubberly Johnson and brother, Mickey Johnson.
Survivors include his wife of 11 years, Doris Farr Johnson; four children, Dustin Johnson and wife Malanda; Marah Johnson and Chase Grantham, Rachel Taylor and husband Steven and Russell Ware and Caitlyn Campbell; seven grandchildren, Carter Johnson, Cohen Johnson, Zoe Taylor, Zane Taylor, Nova Taylor, Walker Ware and Brynlee Tomlinson; two sisters, Janice Courson and husband Dwight and Marilyn Bass and husband Mickey; several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., at Nobles Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend James Minick, Reverend Rick Brown and Reverend Joe Ferguson officiating.
Interment followed in the Omega Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., prior to funeral services at the funeral home.
Active pallbearers were Chip Brinkley, Nelson Biggers, Jere Kimbrel, Tim Claxton, Terry Lee, Eddie Cleland and Edsel Mayers.
Honorary pallbearers were all of Georgia Power employees and members of Zion Missionary Baptist Church.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Lamar Johnson.
DERROL MELVIN HUTCHESON
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the services of Mr. Derrol Melvin Hutcheson, Sr., 73, who passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019, at his residence under the care of Community Hospice. He was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County and a member of Zion Church of God. Mr. Hutcheson was a retired bus driver with the Appling County Board of Education and “a jack of all trades.”
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Melvin and Beaulah Presley Hutcheson; brothers, Warren Hutcheson, Edwin Hutcheson and James Hutcheson; sisters, Jewel Mimbs and Loleta Weaver; grandson, Caleb Hutchison; nieces, Kay Hutcheson and Carol Anita Hutcheson and nephews, Jamie Hutcheson and Glen Weaver.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Mary Ryals Hutcheson of Baxley; six children, Derrol Melvin Hutcheson, Jr. (Billy Wooten) of Savannah, Michele H. Carter of Baxley, Ted Hutcheson (Christy) of Hazlehurst, Melanie H. Carter (Shaun) of Baxley, Jessica H. Williams of Baxley and Dale Williamson of Baxley; seven grandchildren; Brandon A. Carter and Anabelle U. Huebe of Pearland, TX, Adam Hutcheson of Hazlehurst, Micheal Williamson, Kaley Carter, Mekala Williamson, Kadance Carter and Avery Carter all of Baxley, several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 23, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. at Zion Church of God with Reverend Kenny Hutcheson, Reverend Luther Rowland Jr. and Reverend Danny Horne officiating.
Eulogy was by Randy Crawford.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
Visitation was held from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. prior to services at the church.
Active pallbearers were Kim Weaver, Jesse Hernandez, Jessie Weaver, Sam Beckworth, Randy Livingston, Carroll Weaver and Alex Poole.
Honorary pallbearers were the Senior Adult Sunday School Class of Zion Church of God, James “Buck” Morris, Windell and Janet Nail, Aletta Floyd, Jimmy and Sue Dixon and Paul Graham.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mr. Derrol Melvin Hutcheson, Sr.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Melvin and Beaulah Presley Hutcheson; brothers, Warren Hutcheson, Edwin Hutcheson and James Hutcheson; sisters, Jewel Mimbs and Loleta Weaver; grandson, Caleb Hutchison; nieces, Kay Hutcheson and Carol Anita Hutcheson and nephews, Jamie Hutcheson and Glen Weaver.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Mary Ryals Hutcheson of Baxley; six children, Derrol Melvin Hutcheson, Jr. (Billy Wooten) of Savannah, Michele H. Carter of Baxley, Ted Hutcheson (Christy) of Hazlehurst, Melanie H. Carter (Shaun) of Baxley, Jessica H. Williams of Baxley and Dale Williamson of Baxley; seven grandchildren; Brandon A. Carter and Anabelle U. Huebe of Pearland, TX, Adam Hutcheson of Hazlehurst, Micheal Williamson, Kaley Carter, Mekala Williamson, Kadance Carter and Avery Carter all of Baxley, several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 23, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. at Zion Church of God with Reverend Kenny Hutcheson, Reverend Luther Rowland Jr. and Reverend Danny Horne officiating.
Eulogy was by Randy Crawford.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
Visitation was held from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. prior to services at the church.
Active pallbearers were Kim Weaver, Jesse Hernandez, Jessie Weaver, Sam Beckworth, Randy Livingston, Carroll Weaver and Alex Poole.
Honorary pallbearers were the Senior Adult Sunday School Class of Zion Church of God, James “Buck” Morris, Windell and Janet Nail, Aletta Floyd, Jimmy and Sue Dixon and Paul Graham.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mr. Derrol Melvin Hutcheson, Sr.
MICKEY BEECHER
Mickey Beecher, 48, of Hazlehurst, died Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah.
Mr. Beecher was born November 26, 1970, in Jeff Davis County.
He was employed with Beecher’s Land Clearing and a member of Southside Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his father, Wilton Beecher.
Survivors include his daughter, Amber Beecher of Hazlehurst; his Mother, Emily Hurley Beecher of Hazlehurst; brother, Lloyd Beecher of Baxley; grandson, Will Wooten of Hazlehurst, several cousins also survived.
Funeral Services were held Friday, February 15, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Southside Baptist Church with Rev. Deek Dubberly and Rev. Brian Brazzell officiating.
Interment followed in the Union Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Wayne Hurley, Kacey Hurley, Stanley Hurley, Veston Hurley, Matt Beecher, Jeffery Johnson, Earl Beecher, and Jared Beecher.
Musical selections were rendered by Hal Cox and Jeffery Spell.
Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements for Mickey Beecher.
Mr. Beecher was born November 26, 1970, in Jeff Davis County.
He was employed with Beecher’s Land Clearing and a member of Southside Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his father, Wilton Beecher.
Survivors include his daughter, Amber Beecher of Hazlehurst; his Mother, Emily Hurley Beecher of Hazlehurst; brother, Lloyd Beecher of Baxley; grandson, Will Wooten of Hazlehurst, several cousins also survived.
Funeral Services were held Friday, February 15, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Southside Baptist Church with Rev. Deek Dubberly and Rev. Brian Brazzell officiating.
Interment followed in the Union Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Wayne Hurley, Kacey Hurley, Stanley Hurley, Veston Hurley, Matt Beecher, Jeffery Johnson, Earl Beecher, and Jared Beecher.
Musical selections were rendered by Hal Cox and Jeffery Spell.
Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements for Mickey Beecher.
VERNON ARNOLD
Vernon Arnold, 59, of Surrency, died Monday, February 18, 2019, at his residence.
Mr. Arnold was born September 2, 1959 in Jesup. He was a member of Zion Church of God and retired from ITT Rayonier.
Mr. Arnold was preceded in death by his father, Miriam Leon Arnold.
Survivors include his mother, Barbara Ann Smith Arnold of Goose Creek, SC; sister, Gwen Starrick of Goose Creek, SC; brother and sister in law, Lynn and Melissa Arnold of Surrency; nieces and nephews, Matthew Starrick of Surrency, Megan (Shawn) Dowers of Summerville, SC, Lyndsey (Weston) Skinner and Jody (Haley) Arnold both of Surrency. Five great nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held Thursday, February 21, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., at Zion Church of God with Pastor Danny Horne and Gwen Starrick officiating.
Interment followed in the Zion Church of God Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Matthew Starrick, Jody Arnold, Jason Rainwater, Randy Crawford, Timmy Rainwater, Caleb Fowler, Ryan Perry, Bryan Perry, C J Arnold, Donnie Hardee, Lee Fowler and Tripp Pearce.
Musical selections were rendered by Megan Dowers, Sheila Carter and Aaron Horne.
Remembrances may be made to Zion Church of God Building Fund, 116 Pratt Hutto Road, Surrency, Georgia 31563.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Arnold was born September 2, 1959 in Jesup. He was a member of Zion Church of God and retired from ITT Rayonier.
Mr. Arnold was preceded in death by his father, Miriam Leon Arnold.
Survivors include his mother, Barbara Ann Smith Arnold of Goose Creek, SC; sister, Gwen Starrick of Goose Creek, SC; brother and sister in law, Lynn and Melissa Arnold of Surrency; nieces and nephews, Matthew Starrick of Surrency, Megan (Shawn) Dowers of Summerville, SC, Lyndsey (Weston) Skinner and Jody (Haley) Arnold both of Surrency. Five great nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held Thursday, February 21, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., at Zion Church of God with Pastor Danny Horne and Gwen Starrick officiating.
Interment followed in the Zion Church of God Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Matthew Starrick, Jody Arnold, Jason Rainwater, Randy Crawford, Timmy Rainwater, Caleb Fowler, Ryan Perry, Bryan Perry, C J Arnold, Donnie Hardee, Lee Fowler and Tripp Pearce.
Musical selections were rendered by Megan Dowers, Sheila Carter and Aaron Horne.
Remembrances may be made to Zion Church of God Building Fund, 116 Pratt Hutto Road, Surrency, Georgia 31563.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
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