Kenny Wayne Maddox, 47, of Baxley passed away Friday, October 4, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Mr. Maddox was born July 24, 1972 in Telfair, County and was a truck driver for Mecklenburg Transportation. Kenny always put his family before himself. He was a loving husband, father, Papa, brother, uncle and son and was a great friend to many. He has always worked hard and loved driving big trucks. Kenny loved his family and he will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Marie Meeks and a daughter in love, Addie Hayes.
Survivors include his wife, Joan “Mandy” Maddox of Baxley; daughters and sons in law, Kayla and Josh Giddens of Baxley, Jennifer and Robert Leins of Waycross, Savannah “Tori” Maddox and Shannon Maddox both of Baxley; sons, James “Dylan” Maddox, Robert “Robbie” Linam, Chandler Edwards all of Baxley and Armando Sifuentes of Hazlehurst; father, Howard (Vernell) Maddox of Douglas; brothers, Paul (Lavenna) Meeks of Jacksonville, Delbert Maddox of Douglas and Dustin (Jessica) Maddox of Denton; mother in law, Linda Linam of Baxley; father in law, John ( Pam) Hand of Baxley; sisters in law, Brittany (Calvin) Brannon, Tara ( Waylon) Slaughter and Alexis Hand all of Baxley; brothers in law, Robert Brett Linam and JohnRoss Hand both of Baxley; Grandchildren, Baily Giddens, Ethan Medders, Haley Medders, Damien Richards and Mercedes Richards.
A memorial service was held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Swain Funeral with the Rev. Wayne Devaul and Rev. Zachary Meeks officiating.
Honorary Pallbearers were employees of Mecklenburg Transportation, Ricky and Carol Williams and Darrell Creamer.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Obituaries
RALEIGH WAYNE MILLS
Raleigh Wayne Mills, 74, of Hazlehurst, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2019 at his residence under the care of Georgia Hospice.
Mr. Mills was born September 4, 1945, in Baxley, to the late Richard Mills and the late Lennie Altman Mills. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and was retired from the United States Post Office. Mr. Mills was a member of Graham United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Frank Mills.
Survivors include his sons, Raleigh Wayne Mills, Jr. (April and Will) of Baxley and Jonathan Mills of Hazlehurst; his partner of 21 years, Cathy Linebarger of Hazlehurst and her children, Tara Linebarger of Hazlehurst and Rodney Linebarger of Carrollton; sister, Annette Richards, of Atlanta; brothers, James Mills and Vann Mills both of Baxley; grandson, Kade Mills and granddaughter Marleigh Mills both of Hazlehurst.
Funeral services were held Monday, October 7, at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Swain Funeral Home. The Rev. Brian Brazzell and Rev. Ricky Mills officiated.
Active pallbearers were Patrick White, Glenn Yawn, Vann Mills, Jr., Ricky Mills, Andy Newsome and Jimmy Curry.
Interment followed in Corinth Cemetery.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Mills was born September 4, 1945, in Baxley, to the late Richard Mills and the late Lennie Altman Mills. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and was retired from the United States Post Office. Mr. Mills was a member of Graham United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Frank Mills.
Survivors include his sons, Raleigh Wayne Mills, Jr. (April and Will) of Baxley and Jonathan Mills of Hazlehurst; his partner of 21 years, Cathy Linebarger of Hazlehurst and her children, Tara Linebarger of Hazlehurst and Rodney Linebarger of Carrollton; sister, Annette Richards, of Atlanta; brothers, James Mills and Vann Mills both of Baxley; grandson, Kade Mills and granddaughter Marleigh Mills both of Hazlehurst.
Funeral services were held Monday, October 7, at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Swain Funeral Home. The Rev. Brian Brazzell and Rev. Ricky Mills officiated.
Active pallbearers were Patrick White, Glenn Yawn, Vann Mills, Jr., Ricky Mills, Andy Newsome and Jimmy Curry.
Interment followed in Corinth Cemetery.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
CATHERINE HUTTO GRIFFIS
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Mrs. Catherine Hutto Griffis, 75, who passed away Friday, October 11, 2019 at Appling Healthcare System. Mrs. Griffis was a native of Appling County living most of her life in Appling County, a homemaker and a member of Zion Church of God.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Weyman A. “Tony” Griffis; son, David A. Griffis; parents, Ivey S. and Merline Barber Hutto and a sister, Helen Jeanette Parker.
Surviving is her daughter, Melissa Griffis of Odum; grandchildren, Christopher Griffis of Baxley, Josh and Amber Griffis of Odum, Katie Griffis of Brunswick, Allyson Griffis of Brunswick, Kenan Jackson of Baxley and Alex Poole of Odum; eleven great grandchildren; sisters, Mildred Fales of Hartsville S.C., Betty McLeod of Hazlehurst, Gail and Spencer Carter of Baxley and Sue and Jeff Morin of Jacksonville, FL.; brothers, Sammy and Catherine Hutto of Jesup, Russell and Carrie Hutto and Lamar and Becky Hutto both of Baxley; sister in law, Mary Watson of Odum and numerous nieces and nephews and other family survive.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Zion Church of God with the
Reverend Danny Horne officiating with eulogies by Sammy Hutto and Randy Crawford.
Interment followed in the Zion Church of God cemetery.
Mrs. Griffis lied in state one hour prior to the funeral service on Wednesday.
Visitation was held Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Nobles Funeral Home Chapel.
Active Pallbearers were Kenan Jackson, Alex Poole, Josh Griffis, Ronald Watson, Bobby Batson, Jody Arnold and Karmello Griffis.
Honorary Pallbearers were the Senior Sunday School Class of Zion Church of God, the staff of Appling Healthcare and the staff of Altamaha Home Health Care.
Condolences may be expressed at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Catherine Hutto Griffis.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Weyman A. “Tony” Griffis; son, David A. Griffis; parents, Ivey S. and Merline Barber Hutto and a sister, Helen Jeanette Parker.
Surviving is her daughter, Melissa Griffis of Odum; grandchildren, Christopher Griffis of Baxley, Josh and Amber Griffis of Odum, Katie Griffis of Brunswick, Allyson Griffis of Brunswick, Kenan Jackson of Baxley and Alex Poole of Odum; eleven great grandchildren; sisters, Mildred Fales of Hartsville S.C., Betty McLeod of Hazlehurst, Gail and Spencer Carter of Baxley and Sue and Jeff Morin of Jacksonville, FL.; brothers, Sammy and Catherine Hutto of Jesup, Russell and Carrie Hutto and Lamar and Becky Hutto both of Baxley; sister in law, Mary Watson of Odum and numerous nieces and nephews and other family survive.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Zion Church of God with the
Reverend Danny Horne officiating with eulogies by Sammy Hutto and Randy Crawford.
Interment followed in the Zion Church of God cemetery.
Mrs. Griffis lied in state one hour prior to the funeral service on Wednesday.
Visitation was held Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Nobles Funeral Home Chapel.
Active Pallbearers were Kenan Jackson, Alex Poole, Josh Griffis, Ronald Watson, Bobby Batson, Jody Arnold and Karmello Griffis.
Honorary Pallbearers were the Senior Sunday School Class of Zion Church of God, the staff of Appling Healthcare and the staff of Altamaha Home Health Care.
Condolences may be expressed at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Catherine Hutto Griffis.
JOYCE YAWN DAVIS
Joyce Yawn Davis, 80, of Anderson, SC and formerly of Brunswick died Monday, October 7, 2019.
Mrs. Davis was born May 8, 1939 in Baxley, to the late Cleaton and Mamie Burke Yawn. She retired from Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Brunswick.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell Holmes Davis, brother, Tommy Yawn and a brother in law, Bob Fletcher.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Stephanie Davis of Belton, SC and James and Julie Davis of St. Augustine, FL; a sister, Wilma Fletcher of Monticello; brother and sisters in law, Dave and Nellie Yawn of Baxley and Virginia Yawn of Panama City, FL. Grandchildren, Anne’ Davis, Danielle Davis, Erik Davis, Krystle Simmons, Tisha Ellis and eleven great grandchildren also survive.
Graveside services were held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Zoar Cemetery with the Rev. Alan Davis officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Volunteers in Medical Missions (www.vimm.org).
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Davis was born May 8, 1939 in Baxley, to the late Cleaton and Mamie Burke Yawn. She retired from Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Brunswick.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell Holmes Davis, brother, Tommy Yawn and a brother in law, Bob Fletcher.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Stephanie Davis of Belton, SC and James and Julie Davis of St. Augustine, FL; a sister, Wilma Fletcher of Monticello; brother and sisters in law, Dave and Nellie Yawn of Baxley and Virginia Yawn of Panama City, FL. Grandchildren, Anne’ Davis, Danielle Davis, Erik Davis, Krystle Simmons, Tisha Ellis and eleven great grandchildren also survive.
Graveside services were held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Zoar Cemetery with the Rev. Alan Davis officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Volunteers in Medical Missions (www.vimm.org).
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
REMBERT BUFFKIN
Rembert Buffkin, 85, passed away peacefully September 29, 2019, at home with his precious Shannon and Remy by his side.
Originally from Baxley, he spent the last seven and a half years in New England.
Rembert was predeceased by his parents, Alvie and Juanita (Craven) Buffkin, a brother A. J. Buffkin and sisters Margaret Buffkin and Elizabeth “Tootsie” Mann, a son Terry Buffkin and wife of 47 years, Marlen Buffkin.
Left to cherish his memory are his children; Kim Albert (Mike) of New York, Pat Carter (Yancy) of Georgia, Gary and Glynn Buffkin both of Georgia. He was blessed with many grandchildren and great grandchildren including Jason Hall, his grandson and best buddy. He is also survived by siblings Bernice Breach and Eloise Owens, both of Florida and James and George Buffkin both of Georgia.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Misty Lewis, Tanya Austin, Wendy Cooper, Harley Combs, and Liz Gormley, along with Nina and Kathy from High Peaks Hospice.
A celebration of life will be held on November 16, 2019, on St. Simons Island.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Robert M. King Funeral Home, 23 Church Street, Granville, NY. Online condolences may be made at www.robertmkingfuneralhome.com.
Originally from Baxley, he spent the last seven and a half years in New England.
Rembert was predeceased by his parents, Alvie and Juanita (Craven) Buffkin, a brother A. J. Buffkin and sisters Margaret Buffkin and Elizabeth “Tootsie” Mann, a son Terry Buffkin and wife of 47 years, Marlen Buffkin.
Left to cherish his memory are his children; Kim Albert (Mike) of New York, Pat Carter (Yancy) of Georgia, Gary and Glynn Buffkin both of Georgia. He was blessed with many grandchildren and great grandchildren including Jason Hall, his grandson and best buddy. He is also survived by siblings Bernice Breach and Eloise Owens, both of Florida and James and George Buffkin both of Georgia.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Misty Lewis, Tanya Austin, Wendy Cooper, Harley Combs, and Liz Gormley, along with Nina and Kathy from High Peaks Hospice.
A celebration of life will be held on November 16, 2019, on St. Simons Island.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Robert M. King Funeral Home, 23 Church Street, Granville, NY. Online condolences may be made at www.robertmkingfuneralhome.com.
ANNIE RUTH TILLMAN
Annie Ruth Tillman, 80, of Surrency, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at Wayne Memorial Hospital.
Mrs. Tillman was born November 28, 1938, in Appling County to the late Othello Melton Miles and the late Mittie Sellers Miles. She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church where she played the piano and organ for 50 years and was a retired bookkeeper for Hunter Johnson Lumber Company. Mrs. Tillman loved music and watching her grandchildren play ball.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Tillman was preceded in death by her brothers, Alvin Miles and Oswell Miles.
Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Doyle Tillman of Surrency; a daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and Johnny Kennedy of Reidsville; son and daughter-in-law, Landry and Joyce S. Tillman of Baxley; brothers, Kenneth Miles of Concord, NC and Lanier Miles of Brunswick and a sister-in-law, Peggy Miles of Baxley. Grandchildren, Darrick (Linsey) Tillman, Alisha (Derek) Jones, John, Katie and Kaleb Kennedy, Candi (Shaun) Lewis and Jena (Jared) Craven, and ten great-great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held October 5, at Bethel United Methodist Church with Rev. Rick Brown and Rev. Byron Scott officiating. Interment followed in the Church Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were grandsons, Darrick Tillman, John Kennedy, Kaleb Kennedy, Derek Jones, James Jones, Shaun Lewis, Jared Craven, Zach Cowart, Maddox Jones and Malcolm Tillman. Musical selections were rendered by the The Miles Family, Mona Shumans and David Williams.
Remembrances may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Beverly Eason 13965 Ten Mile Road Surrency, GA 31563.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Tillman was born November 28, 1938, in Appling County to the late Othello Melton Miles and the late Mittie Sellers Miles. She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church where she played the piano and organ for 50 years and was a retired bookkeeper for Hunter Johnson Lumber Company. Mrs. Tillman loved music and watching her grandchildren play ball.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Tillman was preceded in death by her brothers, Alvin Miles and Oswell Miles.
Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Doyle Tillman of Surrency; a daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and Johnny Kennedy of Reidsville; son and daughter-in-law, Landry and Joyce S. Tillman of Baxley; brothers, Kenneth Miles of Concord, NC and Lanier Miles of Brunswick and a sister-in-law, Peggy Miles of Baxley. Grandchildren, Darrick (Linsey) Tillman, Alisha (Derek) Jones, John, Katie and Kaleb Kennedy, Candi (Shaun) Lewis and Jena (Jared) Craven, and ten great-great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held October 5, at Bethel United Methodist Church with Rev. Rick Brown and Rev. Byron Scott officiating. Interment followed in the Church Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were grandsons, Darrick Tillman, John Kennedy, Kaleb Kennedy, Derek Jones, James Jones, Shaun Lewis, Jared Craven, Zach Cowart, Maddox Jones and Malcolm Tillman. Musical selections were rendered by the The Miles Family, Mona Shumans and David Williams.
Remembrances may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Beverly Eason 13965 Ten Mile Road Surrency, GA 31563.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
BONNIE SUE NORRIS
Bonnie Sue “Sue Baby” Norris, 69, passed away Monday, September 30, 2019 at her residence under the care of Southern Care Hospice. She was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County, a homemaker and a member of Oak Grove Church of God.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Tammy Sue Norris, parents, Peck and Jessie Mae Johnson; sisters, Dot “Bug” Carter and Betty Giddens, and two brothers, Henry “Sugar Man” Johnson and Howard Johnson.
Survivors include her husband, Lonnie Norris of Baxley; three children, Angie Norris of Baxley, Keith Norris and Michelle of Millwood, and Sammy Norris of Baxley; one daughter-in-law, Laura Norris of Baxley; one brother, Herschel “Cotton” Johnson and wife Connie of St. Simons Island; eleven grandchildren, Justin Norris, Jennifer and husband Jay Davis, Jeremy and wife Maegan Norris, Jordan Norris, Kody and wife Kylie Nail, Kaleb and wife Karlie Nail, Kelby Nail, Heavenly Grace Norris, Kelcie Norris, Kyra Norris and Reece Norris. Eleven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held October 2, from the chapel of Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory with the Reverend Dennis Bryant officiating. Interment followed in the Wesley Chapel Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Greg Johnson, Scott Carter, Shane Griffin, Stevie Lamp, James Johnson, Brandon Howard and Jimmy Stephens. Honorary pallbearers were the members of Oak Grove Church of God and all friends in attendance.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was in charge of the arrangements.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Tammy Sue Norris, parents, Peck and Jessie Mae Johnson; sisters, Dot “Bug” Carter and Betty Giddens, and two brothers, Henry “Sugar Man” Johnson and Howard Johnson.
Survivors include her husband, Lonnie Norris of Baxley; three children, Angie Norris of Baxley, Keith Norris and Michelle of Millwood, and Sammy Norris of Baxley; one daughter-in-law, Laura Norris of Baxley; one brother, Herschel “Cotton” Johnson and wife Connie of St. Simons Island; eleven grandchildren, Justin Norris, Jennifer and husband Jay Davis, Jeremy and wife Maegan Norris, Jordan Norris, Kody and wife Kylie Nail, Kaleb and wife Karlie Nail, Kelby Nail, Heavenly Grace Norris, Kelcie Norris, Kyra Norris and Reece Norris. Eleven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services were held October 2, from the chapel of Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory with the Reverend Dennis Bryant officiating. Interment followed in the Wesley Chapel Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Greg Johnson, Scott Carter, Shane Griffin, Stevie Lamp, James Johnson, Brandon Howard and Jimmy Stephens. Honorary pallbearers were the members of Oak Grove Church of God and all friends in attendance.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was in charge of the arrangements.
DELMUS OLEN GRIFFIS
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory announces the funeral services for Delmus Olen Griffis, 89, of Ocala, Florida who stepped from this earthly life Wednesday, October 2, 2019, into his eternal home with his Lord and Savior.
Delmus was born February 20, 1930 to parents Oscar Raughty and Linnie Lavinia Griffis in K’Ville.
He is survived by his devoted sons, Douglas Griffis (Sherra) of Lakeland, Florida, Chris Griffis (Cheryl) of Ocala, Florida and Warren Griffis (Connie) of Ocala, Florida; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; two sisters, Joy Polston (Wes) of Cottondale, Florida and Jantile Brown of Savannah; along with two brothers, Harrell Griffis (Joyce) of Columbia, Mississippi and Denvis “Dink” Griffis (May) of Zolfo Springs, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Earl and H. Quinton Griffis (Lavonne), sister, Myra Carter, and his beloved wife of 70 years, Hazel Griffis.
Family, friends and acquaintances alike all knew of his strong faith and love for the Lord. He always shared his faith and trust in Jesus Christ with others.
On March 5, 2018, when God called his beloved wife Hazel home, although he was heartbroken, he trusted God and leaned on him for strength and peace that surpasses all understanding. Since that day he has yearned for the time when God would call him home and they would be reunited. Although he dearly missed his great love, he stood strong and continued to share his testimony and faith with everyone who crossed his path.
The family takes comfort in knowing they are together again, walking the streets of gold and we know we will all be reunited again someday when God calls us to make that final journey home.
Funeral services were held October 5, at Memorial Freewill Baptist Church in Surrency, with the Reverend Alan Stavley officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held one hour prior to funeral services at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Marion County, PO Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34474, or Memorial Freewill Baptist Church 3335 Holmesville Road, Surrency, GA 31563.
Condolences may be expressed at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was in charge of the arrangements.
Delmus was born February 20, 1930 to parents Oscar Raughty and Linnie Lavinia Griffis in K’Ville.
He is survived by his devoted sons, Douglas Griffis (Sherra) of Lakeland, Florida, Chris Griffis (Cheryl) of Ocala, Florida and Warren Griffis (Connie) of Ocala, Florida; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; two sisters, Joy Polston (Wes) of Cottondale, Florida and Jantile Brown of Savannah; along with two brothers, Harrell Griffis (Joyce) of Columbia, Mississippi and Denvis “Dink” Griffis (May) of Zolfo Springs, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Earl and H. Quinton Griffis (Lavonne), sister, Myra Carter, and his beloved wife of 70 years, Hazel Griffis.
Family, friends and acquaintances alike all knew of his strong faith and love for the Lord. He always shared his faith and trust in Jesus Christ with others.
On March 5, 2018, when God called his beloved wife Hazel home, although he was heartbroken, he trusted God and leaned on him for strength and peace that surpasses all understanding. Since that day he has yearned for the time when God would call him home and they would be reunited. Although he dearly missed his great love, he stood strong and continued to share his testimony and faith with everyone who crossed his path.
The family takes comfort in knowing they are together again, walking the streets of gold and we know we will all be reunited again someday when God calls us to make that final journey home.
Funeral services were held October 5, at Memorial Freewill Baptist Church in Surrency, with the Reverend Alan Stavley officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held one hour prior to funeral services at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Marion County, PO Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34474, or Memorial Freewill Baptist Church 3335 Holmesville Road, Surrency, GA 31563.
Condolences may be expressed at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was in charge of the arrangements.
EDWIN HOLT RIDDLE
Edwin Holt Riddle, 84, of Baxley died Friday, October 4, 2019 at his residence under the care of Southern Care Hospice.
Mr. Riddle was born August 8, 1935 in Appling County to the late Jesse Edwin Riddle and the late Geneva Davis Riddle. He was a retired Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy, having served in the Vietnam War. Mr. Riddle was also a retired mechanic, and a member of Riverside Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alta Fern Morris Riddle and sister, Wanda Jean Riddle Carter.
Survivors include his daughter, Shirley Clark of Baxley; brother, Richard Riddle of Baxley; and grandson, Bobby Clark of Baxley.
Funeral services were held October 6, at Riverside Baptist Church with the Rev. Justin McLellan and Rev. Andy Williams officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery with full military honors.
Active pallbearers were Jason Carter, Rex Carter, Jake Carter, Adam Riddle, Bud Lett, and Chris Floyd. Honorary pallbearers were Charles Stone, Bill Tharpe, Southern Care Hospice and Altamaha Home Healthcare.
Musical selections were rendered by Glynda Reeves.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Riddle was born August 8, 1935 in Appling County to the late Jesse Edwin Riddle and the late Geneva Davis Riddle. He was a retired Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy, having served in the Vietnam War. Mr. Riddle was also a retired mechanic, and a member of Riverside Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alta Fern Morris Riddle and sister, Wanda Jean Riddle Carter.
Survivors include his daughter, Shirley Clark of Baxley; brother, Richard Riddle of Baxley; and grandson, Bobby Clark of Baxley.
Funeral services were held October 6, at Riverside Baptist Church with the Rev. Justin McLellan and Rev. Andy Williams officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery with full military honors.
Active pallbearers were Jason Carter, Rex Carter, Jake Carter, Adam Riddle, Bud Lett, and Chris Floyd. Honorary pallbearers were Charles Stone, Bill Tharpe, Southern Care Hospice and Altamaha Home Healthcare.
Musical selections were rendered by Glynda Reeves.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
ROBERT OTTO CROSBY
Robert Otto Crosby, 85, of Baxley, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at his residence under the care of Comfort Care Hospice.
Mr. Crosby was born October 8, 1933 in Appling County to the late John Henry Crosby and the late Minnie Lee Shipes Crosby. He was a member of Big Oaks Church of God and was a retired bus driver and farmer.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Crosby was preceded in death by his brothers, J.B. Crosby, Ernest Crosby, Jackerl Crosby, Albert Crosby, and sisters, Bertha Aldridge and Jennett Crawford.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley Barnes Crosby of Baxley; daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Glenn Crummey of Baxley; son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Bonnie Crosby of Baxley; sisters and brothers-in-law, Emma Lee and Benny Deloach, Betty and Quinton Osteen, Dorothy Carter and Willene Crosby, all of Baxley; sister-in-law, Wilda Ann Crosby of Baxley; brother-in-law, Charles Crawford, of Heath Springs, South Carolina. Grandchildren, Shannon and Jason Grimes, Ashley and Lance White, and Austin and Brooke Crosby, and great grandchildren, Allie, Randyn and Rhett Simmons and Sawyer, Thatcher and Guyver White also survive.
Funeral services were held October 4, at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with the Rev. David Deen and Rev. Richard Lewis officiating. Interment followed in Satilla Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Robby Barnes, Jerry Barnes, Jeffery Carter, Greg Carter, Wayne Crosby and Henry Crosby. Musical selections were rendered by Jake Barnes, Maverick Barnes, Joey Lewis, and Rev. and Mrs. Richard Lewis.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Crosby was born October 8, 1933 in Appling County to the late John Henry Crosby and the late Minnie Lee Shipes Crosby. He was a member of Big Oaks Church of God and was a retired bus driver and farmer.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Crosby was preceded in death by his brothers, J.B. Crosby, Ernest Crosby, Jackerl Crosby, Albert Crosby, and sisters, Bertha Aldridge and Jennett Crawford.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley Barnes Crosby of Baxley; daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Glenn Crummey of Baxley; son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Bonnie Crosby of Baxley; sisters and brothers-in-law, Emma Lee and Benny Deloach, Betty and Quinton Osteen, Dorothy Carter and Willene Crosby, all of Baxley; sister-in-law, Wilda Ann Crosby of Baxley; brother-in-law, Charles Crawford, of Heath Springs, South Carolina. Grandchildren, Shannon and Jason Grimes, Ashley and Lance White, and Austin and Brooke Crosby, and great grandchildren, Allie, Randyn and Rhett Simmons and Sawyer, Thatcher and Guyver White also survive.
Funeral services were held October 4, at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with the Rev. David Deen and Rev. Richard Lewis officiating. Interment followed in Satilla Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Robby Barnes, Jerry Barnes, Jeffery Carter, Greg Carter, Wayne Crosby and Henry Crosby. Musical selections were rendered by Jake Barnes, Maverick Barnes, Joey Lewis, and Rev. and Mrs. Richard Lewis.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Susie Marie Alderman
Susie Marie Alderman was born on September 10, 1963 to the late Thomas and Marie Alderman, in Appling County, Georgia. She departed this life to rest in the arms of Jesus on September 18, 2019.
Ms. Alderman graduated from Appling County High School, then furthered her education by attending Altamaha Technical College. She received her Computer Information Systems degree in June of 2002. Later in life, she made a career as a truck driver. She loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren.
Beautiful memories of Susie will be forever cherished by her two caring children, Shaun Alderman, Sr. of Selah, Washington, and Jakeithalyn Alderman (Brandon Campbell) of Baxley; five grandchildren, Deshaun Alderman, KayShaun Campbell, Deonta Campbell, Branyia Campbell all of Baxley, and Shaun Alderman, Jr. of Selah, Washington; four brothers, Thomas Alderman, Jr., Terry Alderman, Melvin Alderman, and Stacey Alderman; six sisters, Hartha Alderman, Lucy (Gary) Andrews, Priscilla (Thomas) Howard, Easter (James) Hill, Mary (Shedrick) Jones, and Cassandra Alderman; and a very special friend, Richard Hall. She also leaves to cherish her memories a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A homegoing celebration was held on October 5 at Praise Tabernacle Holiness Church in Baxley with Bishop George Thomas officiating, and Elder James Hill presiding. Interment followed in the Morgan Chapel Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Perry Smith, Clinton Smith, Nigel Alderman, James Hill, Devonta Alderman, and Travis Alderman. Honorary pallbearers were Jesup Health and Rehab brothers.
C.M. Brown Funeral Home of Baxley was in charge of the arrangements.
Ms. Alderman graduated from Appling County High School, then furthered her education by attending Altamaha Technical College. She received her Computer Information Systems degree in June of 2002. Later in life, she made a career as a truck driver. She loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren.
Beautiful memories of Susie will be forever cherished by her two caring children, Shaun Alderman, Sr. of Selah, Washington, and Jakeithalyn Alderman (Brandon Campbell) of Baxley; five grandchildren, Deshaun Alderman, KayShaun Campbell, Deonta Campbell, Branyia Campbell all of Baxley, and Shaun Alderman, Jr. of Selah, Washington; four brothers, Thomas Alderman, Jr., Terry Alderman, Melvin Alderman, and Stacey Alderman; six sisters, Hartha Alderman, Lucy (Gary) Andrews, Priscilla (Thomas) Howard, Easter (James) Hill, Mary (Shedrick) Jones, and Cassandra Alderman; and a very special friend, Richard Hall. She also leaves to cherish her memories a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A homegoing celebration was held on October 5 at Praise Tabernacle Holiness Church in Baxley with Bishop George Thomas officiating, and Elder James Hill presiding. Interment followed in the Morgan Chapel Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Perry Smith, Clinton Smith, Nigel Alderman, James Hill, Devonta Alderman, and Travis Alderman. Honorary pallbearers were Jesup Health and Rehab brothers.
C.M. Brown Funeral Home of Baxley was in charge of the arrangements.
ROY MALCOLM TAYLOR
Roy Malcolm Taylor, 75, of Baxley died Sunday, September 22, 2019.
Mr. Taylor was born May 9, 1944 in Appling County to the late Earl Nathaniel Taylor and the late Mary Oletha Medders Taylor. He was a member of Satilla Baptist Church and was a heavy equipment operator with the Appling County Road Department.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Taylor is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Duncan Taylor, and brothers, Waylon Taylor and Phillip Taylor.
Survivors include his daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy Hutcheson, Darlene and Marty Thornton, Sherry Stone, Debbie Hotchkiss all of Baxley, Gail and Rusty Barnes of Jesup and Tina Sapp of Plant City, Florida; sons and daughter-in-law, Mikey Dyal and Jerome and Debbie Dyal both of Baxley; sister, Peggy Griffin of Baxley. Thirteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held September 25, at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with the Rev. Bryan Gill and Rev. Ronnie Rentz officiating. Interment followed in Duncan Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Kim Weaver, Waylon Slaughter, Michael Shipes, Thomas Duncan, Dion Griffin, David Carter and Bryar Shipes. Honorary pallbearers were the Appling County Road Department and all family and friends in attendance.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Taylor was born May 9, 1944 in Appling County to the late Earl Nathaniel Taylor and the late Mary Oletha Medders Taylor. He was a member of Satilla Baptist Church and was a heavy equipment operator with the Appling County Road Department.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Taylor is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Duncan Taylor, and brothers, Waylon Taylor and Phillip Taylor.
Survivors include his daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy Hutcheson, Darlene and Marty Thornton, Sherry Stone, Debbie Hotchkiss all of Baxley, Gail and Rusty Barnes of Jesup and Tina Sapp of Plant City, Florida; sons and daughter-in-law, Mikey Dyal and Jerome and Debbie Dyal both of Baxley; sister, Peggy Griffin of Baxley. Thirteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held September 25, at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with the Rev. Bryan Gill and Rev. Ronnie Rentz officiating. Interment followed in Duncan Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Kim Weaver, Waylon Slaughter, Michael Shipes, Thomas Duncan, Dion Griffin, David Carter and Bryar Shipes. Honorary pallbearers were the Appling County Road Department and all family and friends in attendance.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Maudell Byrd Rogers
Maude Byrd Rogers passed away on September 9, 2019. She was born on September 5, 1952, in Baxley to the late Herbert and Bernice Byrd.
Maude received her education in the public schools of Appling County. She was a member of the iconic Class of 1970, the last segregated class to graduate from Appling County Consolidated High School. Mrs. Rogers retired after serving 15 years as an educator with CSI HeadStart. In her early years, she became a member of Rachel Missionary Baptist Church where she remained a faithful member until her death.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Rogers was preceded in death by her siblings, Wilma McTier, Herbert “Peter” Byrd, Mittie Dickerson, and Jeanetta Byrd.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 35 years, Richard Rogers; loving daughters, Margot (Tafarie) Taylor of Lawrenceville, and Bernice Rogers of Fayetteville; granddaughters, Marley Taylor and Alexandria Butler; sisters, Vivian Richardson and Sharon O. Williams of Baxley, Ruby Baynes of Augusta, and Patricia Byrd of Baxley; brothers Vernon Byrd of Baxley, Kenneth (Teresa) Byrd of Graham, Alvin (Tonya) Byrd of Baxley, Stanford (Tammie)Byrd of Lithonia, and Randall (Tonia) Byrd of Baxley; mother-in-law, Bonnell Rogers of Baxley; brothers-in-law, Tommie (Claretha) Rogers and Willie Rogers both of Baxley; and great-aunts, Lurena Smith of Roosevelt, New York, and Francis Vann of Warner Robins. She also leaves to cherish her memory a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral services for Mrs. Rogers were held September 14, at Rachel Missionary Baptist Church in Baxley with Dr. Kendall Bennamon officiating, and Pastor Jamie T. Paulk presiding. The family received friend for fellowship and repast in the church social hall after the service.
Maude received her education in the public schools of Appling County. She was a member of the iconic Class of 1970, the last segregated class to graduate from Appling County Consolidated High School. Mrs. Rogers retired after serving 15 years as an educator with CSI HeadStart. In her early years, she became a member of Rachel Missionary Baptist Church where she remained a faithful member until her death.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Rogers was preceded in death by her siblings, Wilma McTier, Herbert “Peter” Byrd, Mittie Dickerson, and Jeanetta Byrd.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 35 years, Richard Rogers; loving daughters, Margot (Tafarie) Taylor of Lawrenceville, and Bernice Rogers of Fayetteville; granddaughters, Marley Taylor and Alexandria Butler; sisters, Vivian Richardson and Sharon O. Williams of Baxley, Ruby Baynes of Augusta, and Patricia Byrd of Baxley; brothers Vernon Byrd of Baxley, Kenneth (Teresa) Byrd of Graham, Alvin (Tonya) Byrd of Baxley, Stanford (Tammie)Byrd of Lithonia, and Randall (Tonia) Byrd of Baxley; mother-in-law, Bonnell Rogers of Baxley; brothers-in-law, Tommie (Claretha) Rogers and Willie Rogers both of Baxley; and great-aunts, Lurena Smith of Roosevelt, New York, and Francis Vann of Warner Robins. She also leaves to cherish her memory a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral services for Mrs. Rogers were held September 14, at Rachel Missionary Baptist Church in Baxley with Dr. Kendall Bennamon officiating, and Pastor Jamie T. Paulk presiding. The family received friend for fellowship and repast in the church social hall after the service.
OVIED DEWAYNE LUMPKIN
Ovied DeWayne Lumpkin, 61, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at his residence, surrounded by his family, and under the care of Georgia Hospice.
He was born September 20, 1958 to Ovied Brown and Maggie Jones Lumpkin, and lived in Florida and Georgia all of his life. He was self-employed in the salvage business, a mechanic, enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle, and being with his family.
He is survived by his, mother, Maggie Lumpkin of Green Cove Springs, Florida, fiancé, Cathy Thomas of Glen St Mary, Florida; sisters, Jane Bennett of Glennville, Sandy Eibach (John) of Jacksonville, Florida, Pearl E. Gleaton (Wyman) of Green Cove Springs, Florida, Lyndora Lumpkin of Jacksonville, Florida, Leona Lumpkin of Green Cove Springs, Florida, Debra Higginbotham (Fred) of Glen St. Mary, FL, Mary Higginbotham of Glen St. Mary, FL and Lois Murphy (Scott) of Middleburg, Flordia; brothers, Timothy Lumpkin Sr. (Jessica) of Macclenny, Florida, and Peyton Andrew Lightsey of Macclenny, Florida.
Visitation was held September 27, at Dinsmoore Church of God in Jacksonville, Florida and the funeral service followed. Burial was held in Riverside Memorial Park in Jacksonville, Florida.
Brannen Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville, was in charge of the arrangements.
He was born September 20, 1958 to Ovied Brown and Maggie Jones Lumpkin, and lived in Florida and Georgia all of his life. He was self-employed in the salvage business, a mechanic, enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle, and being with his family.
He is survived by his, mother, Maggie Lumpkin of Green Cove Springs, Florida, fiancé, Cathy Thomas of Glen St Mary, Florida; sisters, Jane Bennett of Glennville, Sandy Eibach (John) of Jacksonville, Florida, Pearl E. Gleaton (Wyman) of Green Cove Springs, Florida, Lyndora Lumpkin of Jacksonville, Florida, Leona Lumpkin of Green Cove Springs, Florida, Debra Higginbotham (Fred) of Glen St. Mary, FL, Mary Higginbotham of Glen St. Mary, FL and Lois Murphy (Scott) of Middleburg, Flordia; brothers, Timothy Lumpkin Sr. (Jessica) of Macclenny, Florida, and Peyton Andrew Lightsey of Macclenny, Florida.
Visitation was held September 27, at Dinsmoore Church of God in Jacksonville, Florida and the funeral service followed. Burial was held in Riverside Memorial Park in Jacksonville, Florida.
Brannen Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville, was in charge of the arrangements.
WENDELL HOLMES DAVIS
Wendell Holmes Davis, 82, of Anderson, South Carolina, and formerly of Brunswick, died Wednesday, September 25, 2019.
Mr. Davis was born June 8, 1937 in Baxley, to the late James Boyce Davis and the late Bonnie Rigdon Davis. He was a welder with B and W, and then a meat cutter with Harvey’s and Winn Dixie. Mr. Davis was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard and a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Brunswick.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Joyce Yawn Davis; sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Stephanie Davis of Belton, South Carolina and James and Julie Davis of St. Augustine, Florida; brothers Donald (Carolyn) Davis and Bobby (Helen) Davis both of Baxley; grandchildren, Anne Davis, Danielle Davis, Erik Davis, and Krystle Simmons. Eight great grandchildren also survive.
Graveside services with military honors were held September 28, at Zoar Cemetery with Rev. Alan Davis officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Volunteers in Medical Missions (www.vimm.org).
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mr. Davis was born June 8, 1937 in Baxley, to the late James Boyce Davis and the late Bonnie Rigdon Davis. He was a welder with B and W, and then a meat cutter with Harvey’s and Winn Dixie. Mr. Davis was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard and a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Brunswick.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Joyce Yawn Davis; sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Stephanie Davis of Belton, South Carolina and James and Julie Davis of St. Augustine, Florida; brothers Donald (Carolyn) Davis and Bobby (Helen) Davis both of Baxley; grandchildren, Anne Davis, Danielle Davis, Erik Davis, and Krystle Simmons. Eight great grandchildren also survive.
Graveside services with military honors were held September 28, at Zoar Cemetery with Rev. Alan Davis officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Volunteers in Medical Missions (www.vimm.org).
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
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