Lois M. Anderson, 88

Lois M. Anderson, 88, passed away October 24, 2008, at Glenvue Nursing Home. The Tattnall County native lived most of her life in Evans County. She was of the Baptist Faith.

She is survived by two daughters, Joyce Sapp of Claxton and Eunice Rountree of Bloomingdale, GA; one half sister, Leatha Campbell of Kentucky; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 27, 2008, at J. Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home with Reverend Kenny Harrelson officiating. Burial followed in the Old Anderson Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Ellis Sikes, Byron Sikes, Chris Sikes, Harry Thompson and Louie Anderson.

Mellie NeSmh Funeral Home of Claxton was in charge of arrangements.

Anna Cristina Santiz Perez, 3-months-old

Anna Cristina Santiz Perez, 3-month-old daughter of Agustin Santiz Diaz and Rosa Perez Gomes of Swainsboro, died Sunday October 26, 2008.

Little Anna is also survived by her sister, Lucia Maria Santiz Perez, Paternal Grandparents Manuel Santiz Lopez and Rosa Diaz Soska, her maternal grandmother is Guadalupe Perez Santiz.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 29, at the Metter chapel with burial in the Moralas Family Cemetery.

Kennedy-Morgan-Brannen Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Harry “Jack” Cowart Sr., 74

Harry “Jack” Cowart Sr., age 74, of Vidalia, GA, passed away Monday evening, October 21, 2008, in Savannah Memorial Hospital in Savannah Georgia after an extended illness. A native of Tattnall County, he lived most of his life in Reidsville, GA. He served in the United States Navy.

Mr. Cowart is preceded in death by his parents, O.H. Cowart and Maudie Thigpen Cowart.

Survivors include: his wife, Mrs. Reba Nell Cowart of Vidalia, one son Harry Jack Cowart Jr. of Blue Springs, MO, one daughter Janet Christy Collins of Cobbtown, one sister Joyce Kirkland of Griffin, GA; two grandchildren, Matthew Boney and Heath Boney.

Memorial services for Mr. Harry “Jack” Cowart Sr. will be conducted Thursday afternoon October 23, 2008, at 3:00 in the chapel of Stewart Funeral Home with Rev. Sterling Bargeron officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations to be made to the American Cancer Society.

Stewart Funeral Service of Vidalia is in charge of the arrangements.

Aron (Pete) Johnson, Jr., 71

Aron (Pete) Johnson, Jr., 71, of Glennville, died Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, GA. He was born to the late Aron and Hattie Jonhson of Glennville, and was married to the late Mildred Johnson. He attended public school in Glennville, and worked in the pulpwood industry for many years.

He is survived by three sons, Billy Jr. and Zella Johnson, George and Mary Johnson, all of Glennville and Ricky and Antonia Johnson of Chester, VA; two daughters, Annette Sharpe of Reidsville and Linda Johnson of Glennville; one sister, Helen Oliver of Mebena, NC; twelve grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Sunday, October 19, 2008, at First African Missionary Baptist Church in Glennville. Interment followed in the First African Baptist Church Cemetery.

Dorchester Funeral Home of Midway, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

William Oren Jones, 84

William Oren Jones, 84, passed away October 15, 2008, at Bethany Assisted Living in Vidalia, after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s disease.  The family would like to thank the special people at Bethany Assisted Living and Southern Care Hospice. Oren was born on June 22, 1924, to the late Henry and Lizzie Purvis Jones of Manassas.  He is also preceded in death by six sisters and four brothers.

Oren was a graduate of Middle Georgia College and Auburn University.  He began his insurance career in Tifton, GA., later joining Georgia Farm Bureau Insurance Company, where he retired after 28 years.  He was the District Marketing Manager for the Seventh District of Georgia when he retired.  His fondest memories were of his former agents and working with the young people he hired and seeing them become successful. Oren was a member of the First Baptist Church in Metter, GA., and the Antioch Sunday School Class.  He worked with several committees but enjoyed most the six and a half years as the Chairman of the Building Committee during the restoration of the church.

Survivors include his wife of 24 years, Marjorie Davis Jones of Collins; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Kelvin Jones of Statesboro and Stephen and Susan Jones of Macon; one stepson, Glenn and wife Frankie Davis of Collins; one step-daughter, Gail and husband Jimmy Taylor of Richmond Hill; one sister, Ellen Jones of Brunswick; four granddaughters, Hillary, Emily, Ellen Marie and Sadie Jones; one step-granddaughter and husband, Amanda and Jason Julaton; two step-grandsons, Justin Taylor and Billy Goosby; one great-granddaughter, Abigail Julaton; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held on Friday, October 17, 2008, at the First Baptist Church in Metter, GA., with Rev. Jay Moore officiating and Terry Manuel and Pat Bradley having the eulogy. Burial followed in Cedar Creek Church Cemetery, Collins, GA.

Pallbearers were Wesley McRae, Greg Lynn, Brett McDaniel, Dan West, Bill Hammock, Eddie Skeens, Tim Mosley and Jamie O’Brien.

Honorary escorts were Claire Donaldson, Lorene Hendricks, Diane Herndon, Helen Palmer and Shelby Scott.

Honorary pallbearers were members of the Antioch Sunday School Class; present and retired Georgia Farm Bureau Employees; Dean McCall, Lamar McCall, Gerald Bonnett and Jimmy McDaniel.

Remembrances may be made to the First Baptist Church building fund, P.O. Box 34, Metter, Ga., 30439.  

Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements

Thomas Logan McTeer, 58

Thomas Logan McTeer, 58, died Saturday, October 18, 2008, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Logan was a native Savannahian, and graduate of Benedictine Military School and the Universty of Georgia. He was predeceased by paternal grandparents, Henry Wells McTeer and Wahlena Hampton Pritchard McTeer, of Isle of Hope, his maternal grandparents Augustine Lawrence McCarthy and Mary Agnes Logan McCarthy, of Isle of Hope, his parents, Henry Webb McTeer and Mary McCarthy McTeer of Isle of Hope, an aunt, Elizabeth McTeer Thompson and sister Mary McTeer McKay.

Survivors: Brother, Henry Webb McTeer III, and six nieces. Private family graveside services will be held at Bonaventure Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to Benedictine Military School.

Kennedy-Morgan-Brannen Funeral Homes was in charge of the arrangements.

Virginia Thompson Oates, 83

Virginia Thompson Oates, 83, died Sunday, October 12, 2008,at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro. The Chatham County native had lived in Register since 1993, moving from Wilmington Park in Savannah. She was active with her husband in the American Business Clubs of America AMBUCS and was a member of AMDOES Women’s Auxiliary. Mrs. Oates was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Savannah and loved crafts, floral arranging, crocheting and knitting.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, James L. Oates Sr.; a son and daughter-in-law, James L. Jr. and Ruth Oates ; two daughters and a son-in-law, Sandra and John Williams, all of Register, and Linda Jenkins of Metter; seven grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, with Rev. Carl Ledbetter and Dr. Bill Eckles officiating. Burial was in the Hillcrest East Cemetery in Savannah.

Remembrances may be made to Ogeechee Area Hospice, POB 531, Statesboro, Ga 30459.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel of Metter, was in charge of he arrangements.

Karl Scarboro Olliff, 85

Mrs. Karl Scarboro Olliff, 85, died Thursday October, 16, 2008, in Savannah. The native of Bulloch County had lived most of her life in the Candler County area and was a member of Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church. Mrs. Karl was a retired seamstress, having worked with Metter Manufacturing for several years. She enjoyed cooking, taking care of her pecan orchard, staying busy by working and playing with her grandchildren. Mrs. Karl was known as a very giving person to her family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Bert and Mamie Johnson Scarboro, husband of 63 years Raymond W. Olliff, son Wayne R. Olliff and grandson Jeff Olliff.

Survivors: son, Norman (Eddie) Olliff of Statesboro; daughter-in-law, Margaret Olliff of Florida; grandchildren, Katie Olliff of Decatur, Randy (Kara) Olliff of Metter, Jonathan Olliff of Metter, Joshua Olliff of Florida, Wayne Olliff of Gainesville; great grandchildren, Brandon, Blake, and Jamie Olliff, Karly and Jon Wesley Olliff; brothers, Don (Audrey) Scarboro of Rocky Mount, NC, Richard (Nikki) Scarboro of Statesboro; sisters, Frances Heaton of Savannah and Kathryn Fisher of Metter; sister-in-laws, Annie Laura Reddick of Statesboro, Lorine Hendricks of Metter; brother-in-law, L.C. Waller, and several loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Sunday October 19, at Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church, Metter, GA. 30439.

Kennedy-Morgan-Brannen Funeral Homes was in charge of the arrangements.

Edward Owens, 89

Edward Owens, 89, died Sunday, October 12, 2008, at the Candler Co. Hospital. A native of Candler County, he had lived in Twin City most of his life. Mr. Owens was a retired dairyman and was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Victoria Poole Owens.

He is survived by two daughters, Vonnette (Jerry) Vail of Dry Branch and Shirley Brown of Metter; three sons, Edward(Sheila) Owens Jr. of Dry Branch, Bobby (Marie) Owens of Statesboro and James (Dianna) Owens of Twin City; one sister, Yvette Cassidy of Statesboro and a brother, Jurue Owens of Metter; ten grandchildren, Lloyd Norris Jr., and Sabrina Brooks, both of Dry Branch, David Norris and Angela Bell both of Gray, Tonya Wimberly of Macon, Jennifer Lanier and Lisa Owens, Jackson Brown and Victoria Brown, all of Metter, Jimmy Owens of Swainsboro;19 great grandchildren and one great- great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services were conducted Wednesday , October 15, 2008, at the Lake Cemetery with Rev. Charles Beasley officiating.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel of Metter, was in charge of the arrangements.

Jessie B.K. Tootle, 94

Jessie B.K. Tootle, 94, passed away Friday, October 17, 2008, at Appling Health Care System. The Screven county native had lived in Tattnall County most of her life, moving to Savannah in 1960 and had lived in Appling County for many years. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church, worked as a waitress and was a homemaker.

She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy Hall, of Baxley; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Sunday, October 19, 2008, from the chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home in Glennville, with Reverend Tommy Daniels officiating. Burial followed in Love’s Chapel Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers were James I. (Duck) DeLoach, Ray Crosby, Eulie Boyd, Mark Brown, Sonny DeLoach and Addison Boyd.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Glennville Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

Rosetta Dukes Walker, 67

Mrs. Rosetta Dukes Walker, 67, of Brunswick, GA, passed away on October 16, 2008, at the Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick, GA.

She was born December 21, 1940, in Tattnall County, GA, to the late Daniel Dukes and Edna (Teasdell) Dukes.

She leaves her loving memories to her husband Willie James Walker, Sr. of Brunswick, GA; two daughters and sons-in-law, Phyllis and Victor King Sr. of Brunswick, GA and DeVora and Jackie Davis of Brunswick, GA; four sisters, Mrs. Rosa L. Alston of Glennville, Queen V. Williams and Ollie Mae Lawrence, both of Brunswick and Margie Starkes of Raleigh, NC; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Daniel and Thelma Dukes of Fayetteville, NC and Lonnie Dukes of Glennville; five grandchildren and their spouses, DeToya N. Davis of Brunswick, LaKya and Lartareo Shaw of Oceanside, CA, Jacquiscia L. Davis, Victor L. King Jr., Kierra R. King all of Brunswick; two great grands, Jacquillyone A. Davis of Brunswick and KySean L.L. Shaw of Oceanside, CA and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a close friend, Ms. Claudia Jones.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 25, 2008, at 1:00 p.m., at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Tyson, GA, with burial following in Greater Zachariah Baptist Church Cemetery in Glennville, GA.

King and Son’s Funeral Home of Glennville is in charge of the arrangements.

DeAlva Brown Warren, 94

Mrs. DeAlva Brown Warren, 94, died Thursday, October 9,2008, at BJC Nursing Home in Commerce. The Emanuel County native lived most of her life in Metter before moving to Jefferson in 1998 to be near her son. She was a homemaker and retired from Metter Manufacturing Company. She was a member of the Cedar Street Baptist Church and the Order of Eastern Star. DeAlva enjoyed talking and being with people, never meeting a stranger. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Warren and a son, Brown Warren.

She is survived by two sons and three daughters-in-law, Herbert and Martha Warren of Eatonton, Jim and Linda Warrenof Jefferson and Edna Warren of Snellville; four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Saturday, October 11, at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, with Rev. Doug Gibson officiating. Pallbearers were Monty Tillman, Larry Hadden, William McGowan, Hubert Crooms, Larry Sikes and Remer McGowan. Burial was in the Cool Springs Cemetery.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel in Metter, was in charge of the arrangements.

Mary Patricia Brady Clifton, 46

Mary Patricia Brady Clifton, 46, died Tuesday, October 7, 2008, after a sudden illness. A native of Clarke County, Georgia, she attended New Beulah Methodist of Ollifftown. Mary was a graduate of Oconee County High School and Georgia Southern University with a Masters of Special Education. She worked as a parapropressional in the Candler County Schools before starting her teaching career at Toombs County Middle School. She then returned to Metter, teaching Special Education at the middle and high schools, and pioneered the Performance Learning Center before assuming the position of Special Education Coordinator at the Board of Education. “Mama Mary” was an avid sports “mom” following all of her “kids” in their endeavors and competitions. She collected frogs, dogs, and lots of extra “children.” She was an inspiration to all who knew her and went to the last mile to help those in need, always putting others before herself. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Danny Brady. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Jay Clifton, children Jesse Clifton and Jeffrey Clifton, step-son, Jamie Clifton, close family friend Leigh Ann Cundiff, all of Metter, brother, Keith Brady of Athens, sister Sandy Heard of Alabama, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, friends, and “children.”

Funeral services were held Friday, October 10, 2008, at the Wilcox Auditorium with the burial following at Lake Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship in Mary’s honor is set up at the Metter Bank, P.O. Box 1160, Metter, GA 30439.

Kennedy-Morgan-Brannen Funeral Home was n charge of the arrangements.

Sybil Holton, 84

Sybil Holton, 84, passed away at her home after a long illness. The Tattnall County native lived in Tattnall County all of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty years, Harold Holton.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Douglas Geiger of Monroe and Susan and Mike Campbell of Chiefland, FL; one son, William J. Holton of Claxton; one sister, Belinda Glisson of Brunswick, GA; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services and burial were held Monday, October 13, 2008, at Anderson Church Cemetery, with Talmadge Seay officiating.

Pallbearers were Lonnie Calloway, Gabriel Hodges, Randy DeLoach, Brain Odom, Shane Blalock and Burt Hendrix.

Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home of Claxton was in charge of the arrangements.

Jason W. Jarriel, age 79

Mr. Jason W. Jarriel, age 79, passed away Sunday morning, October 12, 2008, at Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin. The Tattnall County native had lived in Collins most of his life. He was a US Navy Veteran and was employed with the Tattnall County Sheriff’s Office as a dispatcher for 25 years. He was also a retired farmer and was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mrs. Eleanor Jarriel of Collins; a son, Louie Jarriel of Claxton; four daughters and sons-in-law, Gail and Robert West of Reidsville, Beth and Jimmy Barnett of Glennville, Sue and Gonzalo Garcia of Claxton, and Kim and Rob Johnson of Columbia, SC; a sister, Lorena Callaway of Collins; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Florrie L. Kennedy of Reidsville; 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Jacob Jarriel, Jared West, Judd West, Kenith Threatte, Jeremy Threatte, Adam Rogers, and Braden Johnson. Honorary pallbearers were Dean Collins, Franklin Mack, and Jimmy McDaniel.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 14, 2008, from the Chapel of Bradley B. Anderson Funeral Home with Elder William Tidwell officiating. Burial followed in the Collins Baptist Church Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to: American Cancer Society, c/o Jeanette DeLoach, P.O. Box 188, Reidsville, GA 30453.

Bradley B. Anderson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Melissa Kicklighter, 37

Melissa Kicklighter, 37, died Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at Ogeechee Area Hospice Inpatient Center in Statesboro. The Wayne County native had lived in this area all of her life and was formerly employed as a secretary.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Betty and Guy Kicklighter and a brother, Glenn Kicklighter.

She is survived by a loving companion, Larry Anderson of Glennville; children, John Glenn McClain, Courtney Kicklighter and Alexis Sapp, all of Glennville; sisters, Cathy Arnold of Seale, AL and Teresa Jones of Glennville; brothers, Terry Kicklighter and Grady Kicklighter, both of Darien, Barry Kicklighter of Glennville, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Sunday, October 12, 2008, from the Chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Elder David Summerford officiating. Burial followed in Beards Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Justin Williams, Billy Dukes, Tim Jones, Jeffery Sapp, Dana Reynolds and Brent Kicklighter.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Glennville Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

Binnie C. Moore, 95

Mrs. Binnie C. Moore, 95, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2008, at Evans Memorial Hospital. She was born in Tattnall County on July 29, 1913, to Jerome and Carrie Ray Brannen. She was employed in the textile industries for many years, a homemaker and loved working in her flower garden. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and attended Beards Creek Primitive Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Moore.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Bobbie and Bennie Dubberly of Glennville, Melba and Sam McDugald of St. Augustine, FL, Laverne and Owen Thomas of Baldwin, FL, and Dorothy and Cecil Kicklighter of Ludowici; sons and daughters-in-law, Doyle and Carol Moore of Jacksonville, FL and Durone and Donna Moore of Reidsville; 14 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 13, 2008, at Beards Creek Primitive Baptist Church with Reverend Jimmy Smith officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Pallbearers were her grandsons. Honorary pallbearers were T.C. Rogers, Pat Patterson, Jim Tootle, Ronnie Barnhill, Don Cobb, Eugene Dasher and Jerry Burkhalter.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Glennville Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

John D. Mosley, 60

John D. Mosley, 60, passed away Friday, October 10, 2008, at his residence. The Tattnall County native had lived in Minnesota for many years, prior to moving back to Glennville five years ago. He was a retired painter from the construction industry and of the Baptist faith. He is preceded in death by his wife, Sara; father, Wade; brother, Larry and sister, Wendy.

He is survived by his loving companion, Geraldine Galbreath of Vidalia; mother, Loree Mosley of Glennville; children, Dusty Page of Savannah and Wade Mosley of Vidalia; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Ann and Bobby Ray of Reidsville, Gail and Sammy Hendrix of Glennville and Delta Prudence of Glennville; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 13, 2008, at the Chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Reverend Harris Nix officiating. Burial followed in Mendes Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Billy Pearson, Dean Pearson, Russell Pearson, Martin O’Donnell, Josh Gamblin and Joel Clifton.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville was in charge of the arrangements.

James Tyler Pearson, 19

James Tyler Pearson, 19, died Thursday, October 9, 2008, at Sands University Hospital in Gainsville, FL.

The Ohio native had lived in this area most of his life and enjoyed playing football at Tattnall County High School where he attended school. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and attending Cobbtown Baptist Church and First United Pentecostal Church of Glennville.

Survivors include his parents, Michael and Linda Woodcock of Cobbtown, GA; brothers, Ike Pearson of Reidsville, Cole Woods of Cobbtown; sisters, Kristen Pearson of Reidsville, Kaitlyn Woodcock of Cobbtown and Jamie Woodcock of Jacksonville, FL; maternal grandparents, James and Latrell Stepp of Reidsville; paternal grandparents, Bobby and Eloise Coleman of Jacksonville, FL; paternal grandmother, Mary Lou Woods of Portal.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 13, 2008, at 11 a.m., at Cobbtown Baptist Church with Reverend James Holland officiating. Pallbearers were Cody Williams, Blake White, Lance Lively, Robert Roskey, John Duty and Steve West.

Remembrances may be made to James Pearson Memorial Fund, c/o The Metter Bank, P.O. Box 1160, Metter, GA 30439.

Kennedy-Morgan-Brannen Funeral Home, Metter Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

Lucille (Pepi) Savoy, 93

Lucille (Pepi) Savoy, 93, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at Evans Memorial Hospital. The Johnson County native lived in Florida for many years, moving back to Reidsville in 1975. She was retired from South Florida Dairy Foods and a member of the Church of God.

She is survived by her children and their spouses, Vondell and Bernice Iddins of Glennville, J.K. Jr. and Carol Murray of Port Saint Lucie, FL, Joyce Brazell and Ricky Allen Murray, both of Reidsville; sisters, Reba Peebles of Dublin and Alma Jean Albertson of Wrightsville; brothers, Broxton McCoy of Reidsville and Lamar McCoy of Wrightsville; 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Saturday, October 11, 2008, from the chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Reverend Thomas Elliott officiating. Burial followed in the Reidsville City Cemetery.

Pallbearers were D.J. Dubberly, Dillon Brown, Jeff Bailey, Jason Bailey, Timmy McCoy and Danny Ray DeLoach.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Reidsville Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

J. Royce Sutton, 81

J. Royce Sutton, 81, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2008, at his residence under the care of his family and Georgia Home Health Hospice. The Toombs County native had lived in Glennville for many years. He was a World War II Veteran, former educator and the owner/operator of Glennville Acceptance Company. He was a member of Glennville United Methodist Church where he served as a Lay Leader, and was a Sunday school teacher at Glennville and Hopewell United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Sutton and brother, W.D. Sutton.

He is survived by his daughter, Sheryl Bowen of Glennville and son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Colleen Snow Sutton of St. Simons Island; sisters, Freddie Finklea of Keystone, FL, and Joan Atkinson of Jacksonville, FL; sister-in-law, Christine Sutton; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Jennifer Sutton and Reese Snow; great-grandchild, Zannis Kodros, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at the Chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Dr. Richard Cabbage officiating. Burial followed in Pinecrest Cemetery in Vidalia.

Pallbearers were Mike Mulligan, Dylan Mulligan, Jeff Pace, Wade Clark, Joey Clark, David Smith, Daniel Smith and Billy Leedy.

Remembrances may be made to Glennville United Methodist Church, 116 South Caswell St., Glennville, GA 30427 or the charity of one’s choice.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville was in charge of the arrangements.

Thersta Ann Walcott, 58

Mrs. Thersta Ann Walcott, 58, of Glennville, Georgia passed away Friday, October 10, 2008, at the Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, GA, after an extended illness.

She is survived by her husband, Ronnie Walcott of Glennville, GA; three sons and daughters-in-law, Willie Lee Jr.and Veronica Bacon, William and Elease Bacon and Otis and Saleeta Bacon, all of Glennville, GA; five sisters, Claudia Fillmore of Far Rockaway, NY, Janice Golden, Viola Fillmore, Felicia and Hubert Fair and Dellrea Fillmore, all of Glennville; three brothers, Charlie, Maurice and Claude Fillmore Jr., all of Glennville; six grandchildren, eight aunts, four uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held October 18, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the New Fellowship Baptist Church in Glennville, with burial in the Robert Chapel Cemetery in Glennville.

King and Son’s Funeral Home of Glennville is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences can be given online www.kingbrothersfh.com.

Harry L. Woodcock, 94

Harry L. Woodcock, 94, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2008, at Glenvue Nursing Home, under the care of Pearls of Life Hospice. The Tattnall County native had lived in this area all of his life and was a World War II Army Veteran. He and his brother owned and operated Woodcock’s Barbershop for over 40 years. He was employed with Duramatic Corporation for over 17 years, a member of Glennville VFW Post 8379 and a member of the Glennville First Baptist Church. He loved to fish. He was preceded in death by a son, Lee Woodcock and a daughter, Joan W. Kimble.

He is survived by his wife, Jewel Woodcock of Glennville; children, Larry and Cindy Woodcock of Hazlehurst, GA, Teresa and Tommy Jordan of Gray, GA and Deneb Woodcock Causey of Glennville; ten grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 15, 2008, at 11 a.m., from the Chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Reverend Tommy Jordan and Chaplin Max Kennedy officiating. Burial followed in the Glennville City Cemetery with Military Honors.

Pallbearers were Jared Durrence, Gerald Strickland, Tommy Hilliard, Charles Simmons, David Perkins, Andy Perkins and Ed Nelson. Honorary pallbearers were members of Glennville VFW Post 8379.

Remembrances may be made to Pearls of Life Hospice, 215 S. Duval St., Claxton, GA 30416 or Glennville First Baptist Church Renovation Fund, 321 W. Barnard St., Glennville, GA 30427.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville was in charge of the arrangements.

James Bruce Allen Sr., 68

James Bruce Allen Sr., 68, was called home Thursday, October 2, 2008, at the VA Hospital in Augusta. Bruce lived most of his life in Candler County and was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. He was in the Army with the rank of E-4, enjoyed traveling, watching sports and spending time with family. He was preceded in death by his parents Levy and Elvira Ellis Allen and a son Bruce Allen Jr.

Survivors include his wife Mary Ann Fluet Allen of Cobbtown; stepchildren, Martha Dekle of Brunswick, Sharon Fluet of Oakland CA., Jimmy Fluett, Eddie Fluet, Mary Ellen Thrift, George Fluet, and David Fluet, all of Cobbtown, Lucy Monroe of Metter; two sisters, Martha Sherman of Metter and Jackie Bragg of Statesboro; 17 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Funeral services were on Saturday October 4, 2008, in the chapel, with burial following in the Lower Lotts Creek Cemetery.

Morgan Family Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Richard P. Bradley, 87

Mr. Richard P. Bradley, age 87, passed away Friday, October 3, 2008, at his residence. The Tattnall County native had lived in Glennville most of his life. He attended the Georgia Military Academy, Emory University Academy, Emory University, and the University of Georgia. He was a World War II Veteran serving in the US Army Air Force as a pilot. He was a charter member and executive officer of the Company “C” 144th A.I.B. Georgia National Guard. He retired from the United States Postal Service as a rural mail carrier. He was a former member of the Sons of the Confederate Veterans, City of Glennville Industrial Authority, Glennville Hospital Authority, City of Glennville Planning and Zoning Commission, Glennville City Council and served as Mayor Pro-Tem. He held commercial pilot license and was a member of the Glennville United Methodist Church. Mr. Bradley was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Stacy Bradley; daughter, Susan B. Anderson; brothers, Edward Bradley and John D. Bradley Jr.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Richard P. and Louise Bradley Jr. of Glennville; a son-in-law, Danny Anderson of Glennville; five grandchildren, Lana and Walter Ray, Daniel and Wendy Anderson, Ricky and Jennifer Bradley, Alan and Angie Anderson, all of Glennville and Bradley B. Anderson of Reidsville; ten great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Ray, Megan Ray, Trey Anderson, Ridge Bradley, Zachary Anderson, Laine Bradley, Jena Bradley, Jade Bradley, Brooke Anderson, and A.J. Anderson; several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Daniel Anderson, Bradley B. Anderson, Alan Anderson, Ricky Bradley, Walter Ray, Trey Anderson and Ridge Bradley.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 6, 2008, from the Chapel of Bradley B. Anderson Funeral Home with Rev. Doug Walker and Rev. Vance Riggins officiating. Burial followed in the Glennville City Cemetery with Military Honors.

Memorials may be made to: St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Bradley B. Anderson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Billy Brazell, 75

Billy Brazell, 75, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Augusta. He was a retired plumber, electrician and US Army Veteran. He was preceded in death by his loving companion, Twila.

He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Stevie Anderson, Billy Wood and Jerry Brazell, all of Glennville and Andrew and Crystal Brazell of Spotsylvania, VA; daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Ellis Futch of Ludowici and Mary Ann and Roy Elliot of Gatesville, TX; sister, Barbara Bearer of Pooler; ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 6, 2008, at Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, with Reverend Kenny Edwards officiating. Burial followed at the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Jerry Burkhalter, Ned DeLoach, Tommy Reynolds, Charles Greer, Jesse Lott and D.J. Dubberly.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville was in charge of the arrangements.

Meridean Tatum DeLoach, 62

Meridean Tatum DeLoach, 62, died Monday, October 6, 2008, at Glenvue Nursing Home under the care of Georgia Home Health Care Hospice. The Tattnall County native had lived in this area all of her life and was a homemaker.

She is survived by her loving companion, Tommy Coulter of Glennville; children, Alfred Rowell of Statesboro, Patricia Rowell of Glennville and Otis DeLoach of Pembroke; brothers and sisters, Charlene Jones of Claxton, Eloise Skinner of Metter, Huey Hodges of Glennville, Gene Tatum and Bonnie of Metter, Jimmie Tatum of Glennville and Danny and Jackie Ann Tatum of Metter; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 8, 2008, from the chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Reverend Edward Brannen officiating. Burial followed in Smyrna Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Joey Jones, Larry Powell, Paul Cason, Wesley Carnes, Michael McGlashan and Timmy Jones.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Glennville Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

Bertha Cribbs Driggers, 95

Bertha Cribbs Driggers, 95, died Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at Glenvue Nursing Home. The Wayne County native had lived most of her life in Tattnall County. She was a member of Ebenezer Free Will Baptist Church, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and enjoyed crafts and plants.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie F. Driggers; daughters, Hazel Driggers and Patricia Schramm.

She is survived by seven daughters, Helen Kicklighter, Miriam Nunnally, Meta Knight, Marsh Driggers, all of Glennville, Mary Ida Cowart of Eden, Anita Nunnally of Clyo, and Deborah Schneider of Nashville, TN; 18 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, October 9, 2008, at the chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Reverend Travis Cowart officiating. Burial will follow in Ebenezer Free Will Baptist Church.

Pallbearers will be Jeff Cox, Paul Spence, B.C. Cribbs, Alan McNeese, Travis Cowart Jr., and Shannon Hall.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Glennville Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

Pearl Ruth Jones Durrence, 84

Pearl Ruth Jones Durrence, 84, died Monday, October 6, 2008, at Glenvue Nursing Home under the care of Georgia Home Health Care Hospice. The Tattnall County native had lived in this area all of her life and was a homemaker and member of Watermelon Creek Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Durrence.

She is survived by her children, Geraldine Kirkland of Hawkinsville, and Gary and Brenda Durrence of Claxton; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Thursday, October 9, 2008, at 3:00 p.m., at Watermelon Creek Baptist Church, with Reverend Steve Miller and Reverend Charles Fiveash officiating. The body will lie in state for one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Pallbearers were Michael Kirkland, Jeff Kirkland, Brian Durrence, Kyle Kirkland, Andy Durrence and Tanner Fiveash.

Remembrances may be made to Watermelon Creek Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, Highway 144, Glennville, GA, 30427.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Glennville Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

Diane Humphrey, 57

Diane Humphrey, 57, of Cobbtown died Tuesday, September 30,2008, at Meadows Regional Medical Center in Vidalia. She was born in Baltimore, MD, and moved to Cobbtown in 1969. Diane was a cosmetologist and attended the Cobbtown United Methodist Church. She became disabled 10 years ago due to a stroke and was preceded in death by her father, George Humphrey

Survivors are her mother, Arlene Humphrey; a brother, Danny Humphrey; a sister, Karen Humphrey; a niece and two nephews,Lacey Humphrey, Jason Humphrey and Britt Humphrey, all of Cobbtown.

Funeral services were held Friday, October 3, at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, with Rev. Tony Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Sunlight Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Harry Martin, Kermit Martin, Tony Sewell, Stevie Sewell, Wesley Coley and Brian Kennedy.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

John D. (Johnny) Kicklighter, 55

John D. (Johnny) Kicklighter, 55, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah. Johnny was born in Savannah, August 29, 1953 to Jean D. and Doris Beasley Kicklighter. He was a graduate of Woodard Academy in Atlanta class of 1971 and Mercer University in Macon class of 1975 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in economics. He graduated from the Georgia Banking School in Athens in the class of 1979. Johnny entered the banking field immediately upon graduation from college and held various positions and served as President and CEO of First Citizens Bank for many years. He completed Georgia Banker Association School of Banking and Auditing School and American Institute of Banking Principles of Banking. He graduated form the School of Banking of the South at Louisiana State University in 1982. He was the grandson of the founder of First Citizens Bank and former State Superintendent of Banks, the late John C. Beasley and grandson of the late C.W. Kicklighter, former president and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Glennville Bank and Trust Company. Johnny’s parents held the positions of President and Chairman of the Board of First Citizens Bank for many years. He was a member of Glennville First Baptist Church, the Georgia Forestry Association, Glennville Boosters Club, Sigma Nu Fraternity, Glennville Jaycees and was an avid outdoorsman.

He is survived by his wife, Jeanette S. Kicklighter of Glennville; daughters, Tiffany Kicklighter of Glennville and Scarlett Livingston of Cobbtown; son Shannon Yarbrough of Glennville; sister, Jeanie Anderson of Glennville; grandchildren, Cheyanne Yarbrough, Chasity and Chase Dubberly; niece, Renee and Keith Dixon; nephew, Lt. Col. Ron and Julie Anderson and several other relatives.

Funeral services were held Sunday, October 5, 2008, at the Chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home with Reverend Kenny Edwards officiating. Entombment was held in Glennville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.

Pallbearers were Wayne Collins, Wayne Dasher, Larry McLeod, Lang Rogers, Dennis Strickland and Hugh McCullough. Honorary pallbearers were Directors of First Citizens Bank, Terry Barnard, Lawrence Durham, Bobby Collins, Quinton Rush, Walt Dasher, Billy Conley, Joe McGovern, Richard Philips, Richard Cheatham, Danny Key, Barry Clower, Howard Kaufold, Randy Wilson, Michael Dasher, Brent Walker and Robert Dasher.

Remembrances may be made to American Cancer Society, c/o Jeanette DeLoach, P.O. Box 188, Reidsville, GA 30453.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville was in charge of the arrangements.

Ernest “Bill” Riner, 58

Mr. Ernest “Bill” Riner, age 58, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2008, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. The Emanuel County native had lived in Bryan County many years moving to Reidsville twenty-five years ago. He was employed with Claxton Poultry as a supervisor. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Riner.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley L. Riner of Reidsville; a daughter and son-in-law, Wendy and Rick Melton of Reidsville; a son and daughter-in-law, Trey and April Riner of Glennville; a step-daughter, Jeannie Herb of Reidsville; four step-sons, J.J. Herb and John Herb Jr., both of Hinesville, Scott Herb of Kansas and David Sheldon of Reidsville; three sisters, Pat Morris of Adrian, Ernestine Hodges of Pembroke, and Darlene Rogers of Reidsville; twenty-one grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, from the Chapel of Bradley Anderson Funeral Home with Rev. William Prince and Rev. Joe Wiggins officiating. Interment followed in the Union Baptist Church Cemetery near Swainsboro.

Pallbearers were William Teston, John Herb Jr., J.J. Herb, Jason Teston, Charlie Iddins, Rick Melton, Roland Yarbrough, and Justin Stanfield.

Bradley B. Anderson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Lawson Rudolph Smith, 80

Lawson Rudolph Smith, 80, died October 2, 2008, at his home in Glennville. He was born in Broxton, GA, on November 4, 1927, to Samuel Lawson and Lillie Mae Smith. At the age of 17, he joined the Merchant Marines to travel the world. He was commissioned in the Navy Reserves where he was a Lt. JG during World War II. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, he went to the University of Georgia and earned a degree in Agricultural Engineering and retired from Civil Service in October 1993. Lawson was an avid UGA football fan and spent many afternoons cheering their victory. He loved to ride the roads of the Deep South to see the countryside and visit places he had never been. He loved to fish and farm and spent many hours teaching his children and grandchildren to love his world. He felt he had the best girl in the world with his wife, Betty, and dearly loved her cooking and the loving ways she made his life special. He was a devout Christian and a member of Glennville First Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Betty Carol Day Smith of Glennville; children, Betty Dolph Solomon and Mike of Douglas, Jon Lawson Smith and Phyllis of Glennville, Wanda Lynn Quinn and Curtis of Fairhope, AL and Pamela Carol Berry of Douglas; brothers, James Olvin Smith of Broxton and Samuel Vyrlin Smith of Macon; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Funeral services were held Sunday, October 5, 2008, at the Chapel of Sims Funeral Home in Douglas. Burial followed in Broxton City Cemetery.

Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Jeanette DeLoach, P.O. Box 188, Reidsville, GA 30453 or Ogeechee Area Hospice, P.O. Box 531, Statesboro, GA 30458.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville and Sims Funeral Home of Douglas was in charge of the arrangements.

Evelyn Conner Barrow, 86

Mrs. Evelyn Conner Barrow, 86, died Monday, September 29, 2008, at Community Hospice House in Vidalia. The Candler County native lived most of her life in Tattnall County. She was a homemaker and a member of the Claxton Primitive Baptist Church. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who loved her friends and neighbors. When time permitted, she loved to fish. She was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Eugene Bryson.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Warnell Barrow of Collins; four daughters and sons-in-law, Sherry Jean Bryson of Lyons, Vera and Glen DeLoach of Mendes, Linda and Robert Colson, Melba and Jimmie Powell, all of Vidalia; seven grandchildren and their spouses, Wanda and Jimmy Gibbs, Barry and Melanie Bryson, Dane DeLoach, Daniel and Jessica DeLoach, Derrick and Iris DeLoach, Brian and Heather Colson and Heather Leigh Williams; six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, with Elder Jimmy Haire officiating. Burial followed in the Anderson Cemetery. Grandsons served as pallbearers.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

Kathryn Durrence Baxter, 82

Kathryn Durrence Baxter, 82, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008, at her residence after a long illness. The Tattnall County native had lived in Tattnall and Long counties all of her life. She was a wonderful homemaker, loving mother, grandmother and a member of Ella Grove Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Hillis G. Baxter of Ludowici; daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Larry Lagasse of Ludowici; sons and daughters-in-law, Geral and Reba Baxter and Revis and Betty Baxter, all of Ludowici; sister, Joyce Todd of Claxton; grandchildren, Brittney and Clint Baxter and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Sunday, September 28, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., from the Chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, with Reverend Dempsy Golden officiating. Burial followed at Rye Patch Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Mike Swindell, Edward Rich, Larry Weathers, Reggie Todd, James Smith and David Golden.

Remembrances may be made to Hospice of Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416-0190.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville, was in charge of the arrangements.

Lois Wilson Durrence, 90

Lois Wilson Durrence, 90, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2008, at Glenvue Nursing Home under the care of Ogeechee Area Hospice. The Tattnall County native, along with her husband, owned and operated Durrence’s Texaco Service Station for many years. She was a homemaker and a member of Harmony United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hershel Durrence; brother, Earl Wilson and grandson, Ricky Durrence.

She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Merriell and Dana Durrence and Mike and Faye Durrence, all of Glennville; daughters and sons-in-law, Dianne Cribbs of Glennville and Ruinette and Joe Williams of Waycross; sisters, Mildred (Midge) Durrence of Glennville and Reba Kennedy of Reidsville; grandchildren, Kim and Keith Anderson, Rita Sikes, Hershel Durrence, Robbie and Cheryl Durrence, Christy Jo and Shawn Jordan, Kelly and Jeff Odom, Brandi and Sammy Perkins and Robin and Adam Kirby; fourteen great-grandchildren; to great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and a special caretaker, Racine Johnson.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 1, 2008, at 11:00 a.m., from the Chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, with Elder Jim Bowen officiating. Burial followed in Harmony United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Herschel Durrence, Robbie Durrence, Jesse Odom, Lawrence Durham, Shawn Jordan and Randy Wilson.

Remembrances may be sent to Glenvue Nursing Home, 721 N. Main St., Glennville, GA 30427 or Harmony United Methodist Church, 913 E. Howard St., Glennville, GA 30427.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home of Glennville was in charge of the arrangements.

George Revis Knight, 72

George Revis Knight, 72, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Candler Hospital in Savannah. The Tattnall County native had lived in Glennville most of his life. He was retired from Claxton Poultry after 30 years of service. He was a Korean War Army Veteran and a member of Northside Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Knight; parents, G.R. and Dooley Knight; brothers, Ellis and Cecil Knight.

He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Gina and David Cammack, Donna and David Smith, Michelle and Tim Meyer, Julie and Stan Elrod and Viniece and Steven Kirkland; sons and daughters-in-law, Earl “Tal” and Karla Kicklighter and Douglas Stubbs; nine grandchildren; niece, Paula Douthit and special cousin, Ann Speight.

Funeral services were held Saturday, September 27, 2008, at 10:30 a.m., from the chapel of Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, with Reverend Oscar Rowe, Jr., officiating. Burial followed in Beards Creek Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Joe Brewton, Billy DeLoach, Jackie Griner, Johnny Griner, Bill Harper and Don Kicklighter.

Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home, Glennville Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.

Travis M. Lee, 31

Travis M. Lee, 31, died Saturday, September 20, 2008, in a motorcycle accident in California. Travis was a 1995 graduate of Metter High School and served in the United States Navy for 10 years. Travis was a Navy Seal and served on the U.S.S. John C. Stennis and the U.S.S. Cowpens in the Middle East. He was stationed in several ports including Norfolk, VA, Japan and San Diego, California. At the time of his death, Travis was an Emergency Medical Technician and his hobby was building model ships.

He is survived by his wife and daughter, Lynn and Gretchen Lee and a loving extended family all of Sacramento, CA ; his parents, Hoke and Deanna Lee; sisters and brothers-in-law, Tammy and Danny Durden, Tracy and Timmy Holloway; nephews, Smith Holloway, Seth Holloway and Zac Durden; a niece, Judsi Durden, all of Metter; and several uncles, aunts and cousins.

Memorial services will be held Sunday, October 5, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, in Metter.

Funeral services were held Friday, August 26, 2008, at Evergreen Memorial Funeral Home in Sacramento, CA. Burial with Military Honors was at Valley National Cemetery in San Diego, CA.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter was in charge of arrangements.

Shirley Williams Sikes, 65

Shirley Williams Sikes, 65, of Cobbtown and Hagan, passed away Wednesday morning, September 24, 2008, at 4:15 a.m. at the Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro. She was born in Candler County and graduated from Collins High School in 1961. She was a former insurance agent, owner and business manager of several local businesses. Her latter years were spent enjoying interior decorating and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her father, Herman Williams.

She is survived by her husband, Rayford “Bully” Sikes of Cobbtown and Hagan; her mother, Sydney Green Williams of Cobbtown; four daughters and sons-in-law, Michelle S. and Richard J. Bowen of Perry, Darla K. and Michael L. Burkett of Portal, Angela A. and Russell D. Belding of Glennville, Kimberly C. and Kevin Johnson of Powder Springs; and one son, Casey G. Smith of Cobbtown; two brothers, William Grady Williams and Herman Alton “Al” Williams both of Cobbtown; 12 grandchildren, Stephanie Duckworth, Bryan Duckworth, Kameron Burkett, Ashlyn Belding, Kyler Johnson, Kamille Burkett, Kaitlyn Johnson, Haden Belding, Hunter Morris, Alissa Smith, Evan Belding and Keaton Johnson; many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, September 26 at 2:00 p.m. at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, with Pastor Jim Sutton officiating. Burial was in the Sunlight Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Allen Thigpen, Joe Waters, Tom Young, Randy McRae, Lemuel Waters and Steven Newsome.

Remembrances may be made to Ogeechee Area Hospice, POB 531, Statesboro, GA 30459 or the Special Olympics, P.O. Box 501177, Atlanta, GA 31150-1177 in honor of her brother, Grady Williams and niece, Heather Williams.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, was in charge of the arrangements.