Patrick Rendell Thomas, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend to many, was born September 10, 1976 to Cheryl O’Banner and Carl Williams, Sr. Patrick was educated in the Appling County School System and spent the majority of his life in Baxley, Georgia. He then relocated to Troy, Alabama. He resided there until his untimely…

Latosha Nicole Hampton, 44, of Hazlehurst, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 15, 1981, in Jeff Davis County, Latosha was known for her boundless love, her generous heart, and her devotion to her family. She spent many…

Carrie Lee Bryant, 82, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Ms. Bryant was born September 27, 1942, in Appling County to the late Wade Horace Orvin and Carrie Lee Branch Orvin. She has been a multiple business owner and later in life worked as a CNA because of her desire to help others. Carrie…

  Jane Mae Henderson peacefully left us early Wednesday morning, June 4, 2025, at the age of 80 after a prolonged battle with illness. She was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments. Jane was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Glory Nell Rathford, and her two daughters, Flossie Mae Parrish and…

Yarp Conaway, Sr., was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was born on October 17, 1937, to the late Josh and Carrie Mae Conaway. Yarp was a hard worker who labored in pulpwood, farming, and mechanics. He retired from Hazlehurst Mills after many years of being a faithful employee. He enjoyed racing…

  Jeremy Deran Beckworth, 41, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Jeremy was a native and lifelong resident of Appling County, an iron worker and welder. He was outgoing and loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles, and fixing things. Jeremy is preceded in death by his grandfather, Tracy Beckworth; his great-grandparents, AJ and…

Roger Dale Vaughn, age 76, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Appling Healthcare Pavilion. Roger was a lifelong resident of Appling County, spending his last few years at Appling Healthcare Pavilion. Roger loved sports, playing baseball and shooting pool with his brothers and friends. He was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. Roger is preceded…

Mrs. Eddie Pearl Porter Sharpe was born on February 17, 1944, to the late Cleveland Porter and Louise Mallard in Blakely. She received her education in the public county school of Pierce County. A devoted member of First-Born Church of the Living God. She held the position of District Mother under the leadership of Pastor…