Obituaries

Aug 13, 2023

Fred was born on July 31, 1933, in Jackson County, FL. He was the third of four children born to Arthur and Christianna Bryan Peterson. Daddy had to drop out of school in the 9th grade to work in the field with his other siblings to help feed the family. As an adult he later moved to Bay County...

Jul 22, 2023

On August 3, 1975, the world welcomed a true force of joy and exuberance in the form of Angela. Her infectious laughter, warm smile, and vibrant spirit would touch the lives of many, leaving a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to know her Sadly, on July 22, 2023, Angela embarked on her next grand adventure, leaving...

Jul 21, 2023

Mother Naola Driver Askin of Griffin, GA, passed on July 21, 2023, at the age of 97.

Mother Askin was born July 12, 1926, in Pike County, GA, to the late Glover and Rozieliene Driver. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Willie Fred Driver and Timothy Driver; three sisters, Isabella Driver, Opaline Driver, and...

Jul 20, 2023

Pastor Edward Lamar Thompson was born on July 20, 1956, to the late Emmitt and Thelma Thompson in Charleston, South Carolina.

Pastor Thompson received his education from Howard High School (Chattanooga, TN) and the Moody Bible Institute. God called him to preach and teach The Word. He was ordained by Pastor Samuel Lattimore and had pastored and...

Jul 5, 2023

Mr. Joseph Carl Jester was born on Aug. 15, 1957, to the late Walter Dave and Martha Head Jester. He attended the Griffin Spalding County School.

He accepted Christ at an early age. He was proceeded in death by his parents the late Walter D and Martha; his sisters-in-law, Cathy Jester; his nieces, Michelle, and great nephew,...

Jun 23, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Mr. Tony Walker. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jun 16, 2023

MRS. ANGELA S. EMMETT

was born to the late Nellie Grace Hinesman on January 24

; 1956. She was lovingly known to many as Bonnie. Angela passed away on June 16, 2023, she was 67 years old. She was the wife of Robert Emmett, Jr. They shared 13 years of

marriage together. Angela...

May 31, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Mr. Donald G Terrell. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 31, 2023

Ms. Lizzie Ruth Wyatt of Griffin, Georgia, passed on May 31, 2023, at the age of ninety-four.

Mother Wyatt was born August 14, 1928, in Griffin, Georgia, to the late Milton and Luddie Wyatt. She was preceded in death by her thirteen siblings. Mother Wyatt was a kind and loving person. She loved her family and enjoyed...

May 18, 2023

OUR MOTHER BETTY JANE COLLIER SCOTT WAS BORN NOVEMBER 12,1937 TO THE LATE JOHN AND THELMA (ALEXANDER) COLLIER IN CONCORD, GEORGIA. AT THE AGE OF 12,

THELMA MOVED BETTY AND HER TWO SISTER MYTRICE AND EUNICE TO GRIFFIN, GEORGIA BETTY ATTENDED SCHOOL IN GRIFFIN. SHE WAS A MEMBER OF FAIRMONT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1957.

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Apr 21, 2023

Ms. Traci Ambles was born on February 10, 1973, in Griffin, Georgia, to

the union of Billy Ambles and Elnora Ambles.

Traci graduated from Griffin High School in Griffin, Georgia. For fourteen dedicated years, Traci worked very hard at Springs Inc. She was also an employee at Briggs & Stratton for five years and was...

Apr 12, 2023

Love Manual Maddox lll, was born on August 6, 1934 to the late Mattie and Love Manuel Maddox, ll.

Love is preceded in death by his loving wife, Ella Maddox; a son, Manuel Maddox; sisters, Gail Maddox, Joann Maddox, Nellie Wayman, a brother; W. Maddox "Boolum"; nieces, Kay L. Johnson and Denise Milner; a nephew "BooBoo"; and...

Mar 29, 2023

Mr. Kory Antonio Maddox was born on December 29, 1973. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pamela E. Maddox, and biological father,

Johnny Montgomery, Sr.

Kory was loved by many. He always had a smile on his face and words of encouragement. In his leisure

time, he liked to come back...

Mar 28, 2023

Willie Turner Hines Jr. was born May 13, 1949 to the parents of Mr. Willie Hines Sr, and Ms. Georgia Mae Hillman in Zebulon, Georgia. He was known to many as Todo.

Mr. Hines received his formal education in Pike County Consolidation School. At an early age, he joined Pine Chapel Baptist Church. He was employed several...

Mar 28, 2023

Carolyn J. Heard, was born to Willis Kellogg and Christine Johnson on July 11, 1944. She was raised on a farm alongside her sister JoAnn Brewer. She was a talented basketball player at Norcross High School where she graduated in 1962. As a young lady she began her journey in Atlanta, GA where she started working as a nurse....

Mar 26, 2023

Mrs. Carolyn Caldwell was born on March 17, 1954, in Griffin, Spalding County, Georgia, to the late Arthur Byars, Ir., and the late Rosa Mae Byars. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Jeannette Jones; godson, Alonzo Reid, Jr.; and grandparents, Willie and Hattie Sims and Mrs. Luddite Brown.

Carolyn attended the Spalding County School...

Mar 14, 2023

Asijah Love Jones was born April 19, 2011, in East Point, Georgia, to Marcus Jones and Cyntrell Damond.

Astiah attended Cowan Middle School in Griffin, Georgia, where she was adored by her classmates and teachers. Asijah was such a warm-hearted, loving young lady. Although Asijah was shy, she brought joy and happiness to everyone she came in...

Mar 2, 2023

S'ahi leaves to cherish: his mother, Daisha O'zaria Weems; father, Elijah Trice; brother, Mateo Watkins; sister, Sevyn M.;, grandparents, Sheletha (Jaysohn) Hart and Derrick Weems; godmother, Ricorya Clark; great-grandparents, Rudene (Eddie Williams, Alford Weems, Sr., and Vanessa Holcomb; aunts, Quintera Carter, Briana Williams, Tamya Roberts and Tatyana Carter; great-aunt, Ebony (Rodrick) Roberts; uncles, Montarious Brown, Craig D. Woods and...

Feb 8, 2023

A TIME TO BE BORN

Ms. LaQuisa Danielle Lawson was born January 16, 1990, to Raymond Holmes and

Roseline Lawson in Griffin, Georgia.

A TIME TO PLANT

Quisa was educated in the public school system of Spalding County, Georgia. She furthered her education at Albany State University.

A TIME...

Jan 29, 2023

A TIME TO BE BORN...

Mrs. Mattie Vera Dorsey was born December 14, 1934, to the late Mr. Willie Lewis Baitey and Mattie Ruth Baitey in Fayetteville, Georgia.

A TIME TO PLANT.

Vera was educated in the public school system of Fayette County, Georgia. She was educated at a church that she attended...