Ethel Lou Nails, age 70, passed away on May 13, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Elijah Lonell Nails and Sarah Ethel Gamble Nails. In her early years, Ethel attended school in Baxley and learned many trades and hobbies.
Upon relocating to Norwalk, CT, she acquired work and retired from Swanks, Inc. where she proudly held many assembly positions. Ethel enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved to play cards and share laughs with her loved ones. Ethel was a joy to be around. She believed in the priceless principles of peace, love and happiness.
Ethel leaves her memory to be cherished by her loving companion of 45 years, Henry Beamon of Norwalk, CT; one daughter, Angela Winchester (Keith) of Norwalk, CT; one son, Scotty Nails, (Noelle) of Milford, CT; three grandchildren, Keith Winchester, Jr., Ke’Brianna Winchester of Norwalk, CT, and Jordan Nails of Milford, CT; eight sisters, Sarah Coleman of Wildwood, FL, Violene Williams, Willmena (Vernell) Harris, Mary Nails, and Mattie Nails of Baxley; Clara (Kenny) Young of Leesburg, FL, Louise Winston of Mobile, AL, Essie (James) Bullock of Pinetop, NC; four brothers, Artic (Martha) Nails of Norwalk, CT, Curtis(Lawanda) Nails and Robert (Freddie) Nails of Baxley and Carlos Nails of Jesup, GA; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and sorrowing friends.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two sisters, Frances Spearmon and Lola Nails; one brothers, Joe Nails and two brother-in-laws, Roosevelt Coleman and Charles Winston.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 12:00 a.m. at Mizpah Baptist Church in Baxley with the Rev. James R Carlyle officiating. Bishop Michael Jordan gave the Eulogy.
Musical selections were by Brother Aaron Thompson.
Pallbearers were friends and family.
Internment was at Blarney Community Cemetery in Baxley.
Arrangements were entrusted to Graves Medley Funeral Service, Inc of Stamford, Conneticut and C.M. Brown Funeral Home of Baxley.
Obituaries
BOBBY GENE JONES
Bobby Gene Jones, the fifth child of the late Nathaniel, Sr. and Ella Jones, was born on January 26, 1940 in Fitzgerald. He departed this life on May 19, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Jones was a retired textile supervisor at Propex (Amoco Fabrics). He was a avid outdoorsman who loved gardening, hunting, and fishing.
Mr. Jones was a member of Surrency Grove Missionary Baptist Church and lived his life as a strong and dedicated family man. His quick wit and unique sense of humor endeared him to many throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his siblings; Nathaniel Jones, Jr., Joe Jones, Almeda Hayes and Robert Jones.
Mr. Jones leaves behind his devoted wife of 51 years, Everyl “Jackie” Jones; six children; Gregory (Faren) Jones, Renae Hayes, Sandra Jones, Michael (Lisa) Jones, LaShonda Jones, and Anthony (LaToya) Jones; seven grandchildren; Ashley Middleton, Kalob Jones, Jacqueline Jones, Brendan Jones, Cameron Jones, Alexia Hayes, and Trenton Jones; eight siblings; Leila Bell Wilcox, Jack (Gloristine) Jones, Harriel (Hazel) Jones, Equilla Jones, Gwendolyn Bradley, Charles Jones, Marcia Jones, and Cynthia Petway.
Mr. Jones also leaves behind four aunts, two uncles, and a host of brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends to cherish his memories that will always be filled with joy and laugher.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Surrency Gove Baptist Church in Surrency with the Reverent Daniel Smith officiating and Minister Lillie Burkett as presider.
Interment followed in the Surrency Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were nephews and friends.
Baxley Funeral Home was in charge of arrangement.
Mr. Jones was a retired textile supervisor at Propex (Amoco Fabrics). He was a avid outdoorsman who loved gardening, hunting, and fishing.
Mr. Jones was a member of Surrency Grove Missionary Baptist Church and lived his life as a strong and dedicated family man. His quick wit and unique sense of humor endeared him to many throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his siblings; Nathaniel Jones, Jr., Joe Jones, Almeda Hayes and Robert Jones.
Mr. Jones leaves behind his devoted wife of 51 years, Everyl “Jackie” Jones; six children; Gregory (Faren) Jones, Renae Hayes, Sandra Jones, Michael (Lisa) Jones, LaShonda Jones, and Anthony (LaToya) Jones; seven grandchildren; Ashley Middleton, Kalob Jones, Jacqueline Jones, Brendan Jones, Cameron Jones, Alexia Hayes, and Trenton Jones; eight siblings; Leila Bell Wilcox, Jack (Gloristine) Jones, Harriel (Hazel) Jones, Equilla Jones, Gwendolyn Bradley, Charles Jones, Marcia Jones, and Cynthia Petway.
Mr. Jones also leaves behind four aunts, two uncles, and a host of brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends to cherish his memories that will always be filled with joy and laugher.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Surrency Gove Baptist Church in Surrency with the Reverent Daniel Smith officiating and Minister Lillie Burkett as presider.
Interment followed in the Surrency Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were nephews and friends.
Baxley Funeral Home was in charge of arrangement.
WILLENE BRANCH FERGUSON
Willene Branch Ferguson, age 82, of Baxley, passed away, Monday, May 21, 2018 in the Bacon County Hospital.
Mrs. Ferguson was born October 21, 1935 in Baxley to the late James (Jim) Branch and the late Lottie Baxley Branch. She was a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church. Mrs. Ferguson was employed by Dr. Owens Dentistry and Globe Life Insurance where she won many awards. She was co-owner of Janilene’s Shoe Store & Janilene’s Health Spa in Baxley. Mrs. Ferguson also served in the ministry “Christians in Alliance” for the Akha people in Thailand. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Roger O. White, Lieutenant Colonel William Weaver “Bill” Ferguson, and John E. McMichen; son, Roger Darrell White; sisters, Patricia Anne Branch and Jeanelle Branch Presley; and step mother, Marie Branch.
Survivors include a son and daughter in law, Jimmy Daniel “Danny” & Genia L. White of Baxley; granddaughter, Danelle White of Baxley; great grandson, Kameron Reeves of Lyons; two sisters and a brother in law, Jimmie Ree B. Miles and Vickie B. & Danny Carter both of Baxley; three brothers and sisters in law, Henry W. and Runell Branch, Harry J. and Gail Branch and Paul E. and Ilene Branch all of Baxley; a special aunt, Minnie Lee Davis of Baxley. A host of nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Funeral services were held Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Spring Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Daniel, Rev. Robert Wigley & Rev. Bryan Gill officiating. Interment followed in Carter Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Brandon Morley, Scott Branch, Bill Mathews, Eric Branch, Matthew Smith, Clayton Smith and Grady Miles.
Honorary Pallbearers were Jenearl Carter, Charles and Eileen Stone, Ronnie and Peggy White, M.H. and Wilma Baxley, Jessie Bass, Kelley Herrin, Wilton Baxley and all in attendance.
Musical selections were rendered by Henry Branch, Kameron Reeves, and the Spring Branch Baptist Church Choir.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Ferguson was born October 21, 1935 in Baxley to the late James (Jim) Branch and the late Lottie Baxley Branch. She was a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church. Mrs. Ferguson was employed by Dr. Owens Dentistry and Globe Life Insurance where she won many awards. She was co-owner of Janilene’s Shoe Store & Janilene’s Health Spa in Baxley. Mrs. Ferguson also served in the ministry “Christians in Alliance” for the Akha people in Thailand. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Roger O. White, Lieutenant Colonel William Weaver “Bill” Ferguson, and John E. McMichen; son, Roger Darrell White; sisters, Patricia Anne Branch and Jeanelle Branch Presley; and step mother, Marie Branch.
Survivors include a son and daughter in law, Jimmy Daniel “Danny” & Genia L. White of Baxley; granddaughter, Danelle White of Baxley; great grandson, Kameron Reeves of Lyons; two sisters and a brother in law, Jimmie Ree B. Miles and Vickie B. & Danny Carter both of Baxley; three brothers and sisters in law, Henry W. and Runell Branch, Harry J. and Gail Branch and Paul E. and Ilene Branch all of Baxley; a special aunt, Minnie Lee Davis of Baxley. A host of nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Funeral services were held Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Spring Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Daniel, Rev. Robert Wigley & Rev. Bryan Gill officiating. Interment followed in Carter Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Brandon Morley, Scott Branch, Bill Mathews, Eric Branch, Matthew Smith, Clayton Smith and Grady Miles.
Honorary Pallbearers were Jenearl Carter, Charles and Eileen Stone, Ronnie and Peggy White, M.H. and Wilma Baxley, Jessie Bass, Kelley Herrin, Wilton Baxley and all in attendance.
Musical selections were rendered by Henry Branch, Kameron Reeves, and the Spring Branch Baptist Church Choir.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
PETER LOUIS CURTI
Peter Louis Curti passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018. He was born on April 19, 1924 in Bronx, NY, and lived in Appling County for 38 years before moving to Panama City, FL.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Nell Hallgan Curti.
He was Quartermaster and Commander of VFW Post 472 of Baxley for 20 years.
Graveside services will be held at a later date at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Nell Hallgan Curti.
He was Quartermaster and Commander of VFW Post 472 of Baxley for 20 years.
Graveside services will be held at a later date at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
REV. MICHAEL LYNN “MIKE” WOODARD JR.
Reverend Michael Lynn “Mike” Woodard, Jr., age 90, passed away Monday, May 14, 2018 at Appling Healthcare Systems. He was a native and longtime resident of Appling County and a United States Navy Veteran serving as a Chaplin during the Korean War. Mr. Woodard began his ministry service at Friendship Baptist Church in Jacksonville, FL and served at various churches through the years before coming to Harmony Baptist Church where he retired after 27 years of service. After retirement he served 10 years on the Devotional staff at the Pavilion.
He was preceded in death by his two wives, Sleeta Leigh White Woodard and Myrtle Holland Woodard, parents, Michael Lynn and Gladys Branch Woodard, Sr.; two daughters, Gloria Jean Woodard and Pamela Louise Woodard and two grandchildren, Allen Thomas Beach and David Arnold “Pooh” Woodard.
Survivors include his son, Dennis Lynn “Denny” Woodard and Debbie Carter; one daughter, Sue Ellen Woodard; seven grandchildren, Tammy Leigh Woodard Brown and husband Kris, Shellie Woodard Simmons and husband Jeffery, Michael Dennis Woodard and wife Kim, Samantha Lynn Woodard White and husband Neal, Sandra Leigh Woodard Reeves and husband Chip, Joseph Walter Woodard and Brock Stewart Woodard; nineteen great grandchildren and a multitude of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services were held Friday, May 18, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. at Spring Branch Baptist Church with the Reverend Brian Gill, Reverend Rick Brown and Reverend Gary Conger officiating.
Interment followed in the Carter Cemetery.
Visitation was held on Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m at the funeral home.
Active Pallbearers were Shawn Ledford, Michael Woodard, Jamie Woodard, Mark Woodard, Jacob Woodard and Brock Woodard.
Honorary pallbearers were the C-Hall staff at the Pavilion.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Reverend Michael Lynn “Mike” Woodard, Jr.
He was preceded in death by his two wives, Sleeta Leigh White Woodard and Myrtle Holland Woodard, parents, Michael Lynn and Gladys Branch Woodard, Sr.; two daughters, Gloria Jean Woodard and Pamela Louise Woodard and two grandchildren, Allen Thomas Beach and David Arnold “Pooh” Woodard.
Survivors include his son, Dennis Lynn “Denny” Woodard and Debbie Carter; one daughter, Sue Ellen Woodard; seven grandchildren, Tammy Leigh Woodard Brown and husband Kris, Shellie Woodard Simmons and husband Jeffery, Michael Dennis Woodard and wife Kim, Samantha Lynn Woodard White and husband Neal, Sandra Leigh Woodard Reeves and husband Chip, Joseph Walter Woodard and Brock Stewart Woodard; nineteen great grandchildren and a multitude of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services were held Friday, May 18, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. at Spring Branch Baptist Church with the Reverend Brian Gill, Reverend Rick Brown and Reverend Gary Conger officiating.
Interment followed in the Carter Cemetery.
Visitation was held on Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m at the funeral home.
Active Pallbearers were Shawn Ledford, Michael Woodard, Jamie Woodard, Mark Woodard, Jacob Woodard and Brock Woodard.
Honorary pallbearers were the C-Hall staff at the Pavilion.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Reverend Michael Lynn “Mike” Woodard, Jr.
JUAN MURILLO RAMIREZ
Juan Murillo Ramirez, age 92, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018 at his residence. He was a native of Sombrerete Zacatecas Mexico living in Appling County the past twelve years. Mr. Ramirez was a retired farmer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Blass Murillo and Isabel Ramirez.
Survivors include his wife, Tomasa Torres; three sons, Juan Saucedo, Francisco Saucedo and Juan Carlos Murillo; three daughters, Oralia Saucedo, Sylvia Belbow and Gloria Murillo; sixteen grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren and one sister, Pilar Murillo.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 5pm at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Father Rafael Estrada officiating.
Interment followed in the Omega Cemetery.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 from 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. at the funeral home.
Active Pallbearers were Francisoco Saucedo, Juan Saucedo, Carlos Escalande, Jr., Tony Saucedo, Carlos Escalande and Alex Saucedo.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Juan Murillo Ramirez.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Blass Murillo and Isabel Ramirez.
Survivors include his wife, Tomasa Torres; three sons, Juan Saucedo, Francisco Saucedo and Juan Carlos Murillo; three daughters, Oralia Saucedo, Sylvia Belbow and Gloria Murillo; sixteen grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren and one sister, Pilar Murillo.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 5pm at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Father Rafael Estrada officiating.
Interment followed in the Omega Cemetery.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 from 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. at the funeral home.
Active Pallbearers were Francisoco Saucedo, Juan Saucedo, Carlos Escalande, Jr., Tony Saucedo, Carlos Escalande and Alex Saucedo.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of Juan Murillo Ramirez.
JEANELLE BRANCH PRESLEY
Jeanelle Branch Presley, age 85, of Baxley, died Saturday May 12, 2018 in Appling Healthcare.
Mrs. Presley was born November 24, 1932 in Baxley to the late James Branch and the late Lottie Baxley Branch. She was a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church where she served in the AWANA kitchen, a choir member and the Adult II Sunday School Class. Mrs. Presley was a member of The Appling County Young Farmers. She retired from Baxley State Bank with 32 years of service and as a security guard with Georgia Power Co. at Plant Hatch after 27 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jaunice Hoyt Presley, sister, Patricia Anne Branch and step mother, Marie Branch.
Survivors are a daughter, Angela Presley Morley of Baxley; grandson, Brandon Morley of Baxley; three sisters, Willene B. Ferguson, Jimmie Ree B. Miles and Vickie B. Carter all of Baxley; three brothers, Henry W. Branch, Harry J. Branch and Paul E. Branch of Baxley, a special aunt, Minnie Lee Davis of Baxley. A host of nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Funeral services were held Wednesday May 16, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Spring Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Bryan Gill, Rev. Rick Brown and Rev. Robert Wigley officiating.
Interment followed in Carter Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Danny White, Scott Branch, Wink Branch, Randy Hunter, Heath Sellers and Scotty Orvin.
Honorary pallbearers were Adult II Sunday School Class of Spring Branch Church, S.A. L.T. Ladies, Canasta Group, Mr. And Mrs. Reginald Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Enos Bell and The Appling County Young Farmers.
Musical selections were rendered by The Apostles, Rev. Bryan Gill, Henry Branch, and the Spring Branch Baptist Church Choir.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Presley was born November 24, 1932 in Baxley to the late James Branch and the late Lottie Baxley Branch. She was a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church where she served in the AWANA kitchen, a choir member and the Adult II Sunday School Class. Mrs. Presley was a member of The Appling County Young Farmers. She retired from Baxley State Bank with 32 years of service and as a security guard with Georgia Power Co. at Plant Hatch after 27 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jaunice Hoyt Presley, sister, Patricia Anne Branch and step mother, Marie Branch.
Survivors are a daughter, Angela Presley Morley of Baxley; grandson, Brandon Morley of Baxley; three sisters, Willene B. Ferguson, Jimmie Ree B. Miles and Vickie B. Carter all of Baxley; three brothers, Henry W. Branch, Harry J. Branch and Paul E. Branch of Baxley, a special aunt, Minnie Lee Davis of Baxley. A host of nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Funeral services were held Wednesday May 16, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Spring Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Bryan Gill, Rev. Rick Brown and Rev. Robert Wigley officiating.
Interment followed in Carter Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Danny White, Scott Branch, Wink Branch, Randy Hunter, Heath Sellers and Scotty Orvin.
Honorary pallbearers were Adult II Sunday School Class of Spring Branch Church, S.A. L.T. Ladies, Canasta Group, Mr. And Mrs. Reginald Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Enos Bell and The Appling County Young Farmers.
Musical selections were rendered by The Apostles, Rev. Bryan Gill, Henry Branch, and the Spring Branch Baptist Church Choir.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
ANNA MARIE PERRY
Anna Marie Perry, age 59, of Uvalda, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018 in the Jeff Davis Hospital.
Mrs. Perry was born September 27, 1958 in Chatham County to the late Calvin Bullard and the late Bobbie Beckworth Robinson. She was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Dale Perry, Sr. and a sister, Judy Bullard.
Survivors are four daughters, Christina (Jeff) Jennings of Savannah, Amanda Bullard of Atlanta, Cynthia (Greg) Love & Denise Perry both of Baxley; son, Curtis (Theressa) Perry of Uvalda; two brothers, Kenney Dewayne Bullard of Hazlehurst & Carl Dane Bullard of Savannah. Seventeen grandchildren & thirteen great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 14, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Dennis Bryant & Rev. Darron “Buckwheat” Jackson officiating.
Interment followed in Zion Church of God Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Ryan Perry, Greg Love, Jeff Jennings, Marlon Cauley, Jeremy Beckworth and Randall Beckworth.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Mrs. Perry was born September 27, 1958 in Chatham County to the late Calvin Bullard and the late Bobbie Beckworth Robinson. She was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Dale Perry, Sr. and a sister, Judy Bullard.
Survivors are four daughters, Christina (Jeff) Jennings of Savannah, Amanda Bullard of Atlanta, Cynthia (Greg) Love & Denise Perry both of Baxley; son, Curtis (Theressa) Perry of Uvalda; two brothers, Kenney Dewayne Bullard of Hazlehurst & Carl Dane Bullard of Savannah. Seventeen grandchildren & thirteen great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 14, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Dennis Bryant & Rev. Darron “Buckwheat” Jackson officiating.
Interment followed in Zion Church of God Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Ryan Perry, Greg Love, Jeff Jennings, Marlon Cauley, Jeremy Beckworth and Randall Beckworth.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
SHERYL SPELL LAWRENCE
Sheryl Spell Lawrence, age 52, of Baxley passed away Friday, May 11, 2018 at her home.
Sheryl was born December 17, 1965 in Appling County. She was a Registered Nurse with thirty-plus years of nursing in home health and labor & delivery where she assisted in welcoming many new babies into the world and was currently employed by Wayne Memorial Hospital. She was preceded in death by her father, Wilton Spell.
Survivors include her husband, Tommy Lawrence of Baxley; daughters, Allison Lawrence of Shanghai, China, Dr. Brittany (Dustin) Hughes & Courtney Lawrence both of Baxley; Mother, Gerri Spell of Baxley; sister, Shelly (Daniel) McNeal of Hazlehurst; brother, Steven (Tamera) Spell of Baxley. Sheryl leaves behind many greatly loved nieces & nephews; a wonderful family of sisters-in-law, brothers-in- law and extended family.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 14, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Big Oaks Church of God with Rev. Mark Grimes and Rev. Wayne Williamson officiating.
Interment followed in Omega Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Terry Rentz, Reggie Lasseter, Nathan Brewer, Cody Johnson, Zachary Williams and Andy Collins.
Honorary pallbearers were the Labor & Delivery nurses of Wayne Memorial Hospital and Appling Healthcare System.
Musical selections were rendered by Sam Lawrence, Thomas Lawrence, Anna Lawrence, Kristin Sharpe, Courtney Spell, Ellie Fearington , Shellie Fearington and the Big Oaks Church of God Choir.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
Sheryl was born December 17, 1965 in Appling County. She was a Registered Nurse with thirty-plus years of nursing in home health and labor & delivery where she assisted in welcoming many new babies into the world and was currently employed by Wayne Memorial Hospital. She was preceded in death by her father, Wilton Spell.
Survivors include her husband, Tommy Lawrence of Baxley; daughters, Allison Lawrence of Shanghai, China, Dr. Brittany (Dustin) Hughes & Courtney Lawrence both of Baxley; Mother, Gerri Spell of Baxley; sister, Shelly (Daniel) McNeal of Hazlehurst; brother, Steven (Tamera) Spell of Baxley. Sheryl leaves behind many greatly loved nieces & nephews; a wonderful family of sisters-in-law, brothers-in- law and extended family.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 14, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Big Oaks Church of God with Rev. Mark Grimes and Rev. Wayne Williamson officiating.
Interment followed in Omega Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Terry Rentz, Reggie Lasseter, Nathan Brewer, Cody Johnson, Zachary Williams and Andy Collins.
Honorary pallbearers were the Labor & Delivery nurses of Wayne Memorial Hospital and Appling Healthcare System.
Musical selections were rendered by Sam Lawrence, Thomas Lawrence, Anna Lawrence, Kristin Sharpe, Courtney Spell, Ellie Fearington , Shellie Fearington and the Big Oaks Church of God Choir.
Arrangements were under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
CURTIS DUPREE JOHNSON
Curtis Dupree Johnson, age 79, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2018 at the Jeff Davis Hospital. He was a native of Appling County living most of his life in Appling County; a retiree and a member of the Methodist Faith.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Clinton and Mamie Aldridge Johnson; sister, Leotis Muller; three brothers, Floyd Johnson, Linton Johnson and Malcolm Johnson.
Surviving is his wife, Najla Johnson of Baxley; two children, Ricky Johnson and Kathy Boals both of Florida; two sisters, Lucille Medders of Baxley and Mary Miller of Jesup; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation being held one hour prior to the funeral service, from the Nobles Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Joey Andrews officiating.
Interment followed in the Corinth Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Russell Griffin, Norman McKinney, Bill Miller, Justin Johnson, Derrick Schwab and Ricky Worth.
Honorary Pallbearers were Clifton and Marilyn Mincey, Lamar and Sarah Jones, Henry and Lynn Crosby, Sue Collins, Lonnie and Joann Waters, Randall and Donna Odum, Peggy Griffin and Fred and Sylvia Dennis.
Condolences may be expressed at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory washonored to serve the family of Mr. Curtis Dupree Johnson.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Clinton and Mamie Aldridge Johnson; sister, Leotis Muller; three brothers, Floyd Johnson, Linton Johnson and Malcolm Johnson.
Surviving is his wife, Najla Johnson of Baxley; two children, Ricky Johnson and Kathy Boals both of Florida; two sisters, Lucille Medders of Baxley and Mary Miller of Jesup; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services were Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation being held one hour prior to the funeral service, from the Nobles Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Joey Andrews officiating.
Interment followed in the Corinth Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers were Russell Griffin, Norman McKinney, Bill Miller, Justin Johnson, Derrick Schwab and Ricky Worth.
Honorary Pallbearers were Clifton and Marilyn Mincey, Lamar and Sarah Jones, Henry and Lynn Crosby, Sue Collins, Lonnie and Joann Waters, Randall and Donna Odum, Peggy Griffin and Fred and Sylvia Dennis.
Condolences may be expressed at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory washonored to serve the family of Mr. Curtis Dupree Johnson.
JAMES RANDALL HERRINGTON
James Randall Herrington, age 70, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018 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 Consolation Baptist Church. Mr. Herrington was an electrician with Georgia Power retiring from Plant Hatch with over 20 years of service.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jehu and Mattie Hutcheson Herrington; brother, Arthur Lee Herrington and sisters, Karen Herrington and Audrey Powell.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Margaret Rentz Herrington of Hazlehurst; three daughters, Angie and Brad Leggett of Hazlehurst, Paula and Richie Dixon of Dublin and Cindy and Sam Coleman of Baxley; five grandchildren, Matthew and Melissa Leggett, Michael Leggett, Macey Dixon, Jack Coleman and Maggie Coleman; two great grandchildren, Shelby Duskin and Hunter Leggett; two brothers, Holt Herrington of Covington and Donald and Vickie Herrington of Baxley; two sisters, Verna Jean Ragas of New Orleans and Helen Davis of Baxley; several nieces nephews and other family also survive.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 from 6:00p.m.- 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family asked for donations to be made to the Nunnally House at 2415 Parkwood Drive, Brunswick, GA 31520 or to Hospice of South Georgia at hospicsoga.org.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of James Randall Herrington.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jehu and Mattie Hutcheson Herrington; brother, Arthur Lee Herrington and sisters, Karen Herrington and Audrey Powell.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Margaret Rentz Herrington of Hazlehurst; three daughters, Angie and Brad Leggett of Hazlehurst, Paula and Richie Dixon of Dublin and Cindy and Sam Coleman of Baxley; five grandchildren, Matthew and Melissa Leggett, Michael Leggett, Macey Dixon, Jack Coleman and Maggie Coleman; two great grandchildren, Shelby Duskin and Hunter Leggett; two brothers, Holt Herrington of Covington and Donald and Vickie Herrington of Baxley; two sisters, Verna Jean Ragas of New Orleans and Helen Davis of Baxley; several nieces nephews and other family also survive.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 from 6:00p.m.- 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family asked for donations to be made to the Nunnally House at 2415 Parkwood Drive, Brunswick, GA 31520 or to Hospice of South Georgia at hospicsoga.org.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book at noblesfh.com.
Nobles Funeral Home and Crematory was honored to serve the family of James Randall Herrington.
DAVID RICHMOND DURRANCE
David Richmond Durrance passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at his home. He was a member of Wesley Chapel “Wolfpit” Congregational Methodist Church in Alma. He was a farmer, mechanic, boiler technician and a jack of all trades. He enjoyed restoring old tractors and he was someone who friends and neighbors could turn to when something needed “fixin”.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley and Iris Durrance; his first wife, Glenda Curl Durrance; three brothers, Clyde Durrance, Lamar Durrance and Harold Durrance; one step-brother, Harry Courson; and his mother and father-in-law, H.A. and Mattie Ruth Sharpe.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Juanita Sharpe Durrance of Roberta; one son, Robbie Durrance of Byron; three daughters, Karen Varnedore (Tim) of Baxley, Gail Evans (Kevin) of Roberta and Kathy Meeks (Don) of Alma; two brothers, Cotton Durrance (Glenda) of Blackshear and Glenn Durrance (Carolyn) Wetumka, AL; two sisters, Lee Carroll of Summerville, SC and Roselynn Lovell (Earl) of Blackshear; three step-brothers, Homer Courson (Kathy), Howard Courson (Micky) and Larry Courson (Pat); three step-sisters, Ora Lee Hagin, Linda Palmer (Al) and Lera Hyers (Bruce); grandchildren, Jaimie, Ryan, Daulton, Conner, Anna and Justin; several family members and friends also survive.
Visitation were held at McLeighton Funeral Service, Roberta, GA on Saturday, May 19 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Wesley Chapel “Wolfpit” Congregational Methodist Church, Alma, GA.
Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Wesley Chapel “Wolfpit” Congregational Methodist Church in Alma, GA. Burial will follow in Campground United Methodist Church Cemetery.
You may sign the online guest register at www.mcleightonfuneralservice.com.
McLeighton Funeral Service of Roberta is in charge of arrangements.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley and Iris Durrance; his first wife, Glenda Curl Durrance; three brothers, Clyde Durrance, Lamar Durrance and Harold Durrance; one step-brother, Harry Courson; and his mother and father-in-law, H.A. and Mattie Ruth Sharpe.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Juanita Sharpe Durrance of Roberta; one son, Robbie Durrance of Byron; three daughters, Karen Varnedore (Tim) of Baxley, Gail Evans (Kevin) of Roberta and Kathy Meeks (Don) of Alma; two brothers, Cotton Durrance (Glenda) of Blackshear and Glenn Durrance (Carolyn) Wetumka, AL; two sisters, Lee Carroll of Summerville, SC and Roselynn Lovell (Earl) of Blackshear; three step-brothers, Homer Courson (Kathy), Howard Courson (Micky) and Larry Courson (Pat); three step-sisters, Ora Lee Hagin, Linda Palmer (Al) and Lera Hyers (Bruce); grandchildren, Jaimie, Ryan, Daulton, Conner, Anna and Justin; several family members and friends also survive.
Visitation were held at McLeighton Funeral Service, Roberta, GA on Saturday, May 19 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Wesley Chapel “Wolfpit” Congregational Methodist Church, Alma, GA.
Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Wesley Chapel “Wolfpit” Congregational Methodist Church in Alma, GA. Burial will follow in Campground United Methodist Church Cemetery.
You may sign the online guest register at www.mcleightonfuneralservice.com.
McLeighton Funeral Service of Roberta is in charge of arrangements.
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