Area Obituaries

Harolyn Rentz Kent, 83, of Surrency passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Appling Healthcare. Mrs. Kent was born on December 7, 1942 in Appling County to the late James Harold Rentz and the late Juanita Combs Rentz. She was a member of Memorial Free Will Baptist Church. Early in her adult life, she was…

Cathy Ann Newsome Linebarger, 69, of Hazlehurst, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Memorial Health in Savannah. Ms. Linebarger was born on July 12, 1957, in Savannah to Earl Newsome and Mary Kathleen Johnson Newsome. She was a devoted caregiver who lovingly raised her children as well as nieces and nephews, which also…

Myrtle Jeanette Beckworth, 88, of Baxley passed away Friday, August 21, 2026 under the care of Hospice of South Georgia. Mrs. Beckworth was born on March 17, 1938 in Appling County to the late Benjamin Lanier Wolfe and the late Verdie O’Bright Wolfe. She was a retired lunchroom manager for the Appling County Board of…

Tracy Maria Reddish was born on May 15, 1970, in Baxley, Georgia, to the late Larry Goggins and the late Sarah Jo Goggins. She was raised in Baxley and was a proud graduate of Appling County High School, Class of 1988. Tracy was a woman of strength, character, and determination. She built a life grounded…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra “Sandy” Sweat, who departed this life peacefully at her home in Baxley, surrounded by her beloved family, on Tuesday morning, August 18, 2026. Born on October 19, 1956, Sandy was a cherished daughter of the late Walter and Lou Ella Carter. Her early…

DaKysia Lynee Floyd was born on February 25,1977, to the late Randell Mincey and Bernice Brazell. She entered into eternal rest Thursday, August 13. Dakysia was educated in the Appling County School System . She graduated with the Appling County High School class of 1996. At an early age she joined Greater Zachariah Missionary Baptist…

Billy Brewer, 79, of Graham passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah. Mr. Brewer was born on June 17, 1947 in Jeff Davis County to the late Arthur Leon Brewer, Sr. and the late Louise Clifton Brewer. He was a member of Graham United Methodist Church. Mr. Brewer…

Malcolm James Evans, 73, of Baxley passed away peacefully at his residence on July 26, 2026. He was a native of Appling County and the son of the late Clinton and Virginia Lord Evans.  He was educated in the Appling School System and a member of the 1971 graduating class. After years spent in high…

Xzavier Elijah Andrews was born on November 1, 2005 to the late Deidre Latice Andrews and Wallace Delegal in Baxley. He was a radiant force-full of light, strength, compassion, and creativity. He lived boldly, loved deeply, and left a lasting impact on everyone blessed to know him. Xzavier attended Appling County Comprehensive High School. He…

Marilyn Johnson Bass, 71, of Baxley passed away Monday, July 27, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Hospice of South Georgia. Mrs. Bass was born on October 7, 1954, in Appling County to the late Lannis Johnson and the late Louise Dubberly Johnson. She was an avid…