Andrew James Goethie
Andrew James Goethie, affectionately known by his loved ones as “Daddy,” “Drew,” “Papa,” “Brother,” “Bruh,” “Uncle Bruh,” and “Go-Dee.” Born on September 19th, 1953, in Baxley, Andrew brought joy and love into the world from the very beginning. Andrew was the beloved son of Andrew Lee Goethie and Juanita Hall Goethie. He grew up…
Read MoreBobby Gene Thornton
Bobby Gene Thornton, 77, Baxley passed away peacefully Monday, March 24, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family under the care of Bethany Hospice. Mr. Thornton was born December 21, 1947 in Appling County to the late Evens Thornton and the late Odell Williams Thornton. He attended Zion Church of God and was…
Read MoreCathleen “CC” Scott
Low Country Cremation and Burial announce the death of Cathleen “CC” Scott, 65 of Baxley, who passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Appling Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on June 9, 1959, in Weedsport, New York, to Daniel and Marilyn Moshier Cuddey and had lived in Georgia for the past 20…
Read MorePauline Lewis Dean
Pauline Lewis Dean, 89, of Pompano Beach, Florida passed away Monday, March 24, 2025 at Memorial Health in Savannah. Mrs. Dean was born April 23, 1935 in Appling County to the late Clarance Barry Lewis and the late Virginia Stephenson Lewis. She was a cashier for 56 years at Winn Dixie in Pompano Beach.…
Read MoreVernell R. Miller
Vernell R. Miller, born in Baxley on April 11, 1956 and died on March 12, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of Bishop Roberts Sr. and Hattie Queen Roberts, both whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joe Miller. Vernell peacefully entered eternal rest, leaving behind a…
Read MoreHospital Authority narrows search to one candidate
The News-Banner received notification from the Baxley-Appling County Hospital Authority last week that it has narrowed its search for a new CEO down to one candidate. At the Authority’s March meeting, members identified Shannah Martin as the sole candidate for the unfilled Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position and has voted to enter negotiations with…
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Mikey Dyal
Mikey Dyal, 60, of Baxley passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross. Mikey was born August 27, 1964 in Appling County to the late Jessie Floyd Dyal and the late Shirley Duncan Taylor and was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Mikey was a compassionate and humorous soul, known…
Read MoreGary Allen “Bubba” Ryals, Jr.
Gary Allen “Bubba” Ryals, Jr., 19, of Hazlehurst passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at Jeff Davis Hospital. Bubba was born December 20, 2005 in Appling County and was a concrete finisher and enjoyed working with Shaun White Concrete. He also enjoyed bull riding and was an avid outdoorsman who loved his chickens and dogs,…
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