Obituary Listing

Obituaries

Willie L Davis

Willie L Davis

Mar 17, 2026

Willie L. Davis, 80, of Barwick, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, the 17th of March, 2026. 

He was born the 14th of November, 1945 to the late George Washington Davis and Jessie Lou Davis. He grew up in Kennedy Chapel Free Will Baptist Church and was most recently a faithful member of the Barwick Baptist Church.

Willie was a dedicated associate of Sunnyland Foods in Thomasville, Georgia,...

Peggy J. Akers

Peggy J. Akers

Mar 17, 2026

Peggy Jean Akers (Lauer), age 82, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Thomasville, Georgia. She was born on September 12, 1943, in Bay City, Michigan, to Bruce Engelhardt Lauer and Frances Louise Lauer (Fehrenbach) of Bay City, Michigan.

Peggy grew up in Bay City, Michigan, where she graduated with the Class of 1961 from T.L....

Billy Wayne Griffin

Billy Wayne Griffin

Mar 15, 2026

Billy Wayne Griffin, age 63, of Moultrie, Georgia, passed away on March 15, 2026. Born on March 8, 1963, in Moultrie, he was raised in Coolidge and remained a beloved member of the community throughout his life. He was the son of the late A.J. Griffin and Beatrice Meades Griffin.Billy dedicated over 40 years of his career as a boilermaker...

Phyllis Dees

Phyllis Dees

Mar 15, 2026

Phyllis Dees of Thomasville, Ga. passed away on Sunday March 15, 2026 at her residence. Graveside services will be held at 11:00AM on Thursday March 19, 2026 in Laurel Hill Cemetery on Texas Street with Rev. Lee Powell officiating. Phyllis was born in Vermillion, South Dakota to the late Orville Edward Ferry and Evelyn Gilbaugh Sorensen on February 28, 1935....

Frank Scoggins

Frank Scoggins

Mar 12, 2026

A service celebrating the life of Dallas Franklin “Frank” Scoggins, affectionately known as Franky, will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church in Thomasville, Georgia, where he was a devoted member. Frank passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Born on October 8, 1946, in Athens, Georgia, he was the son...

Linda Gail Floyd

Linda Gail Floyd

Mar 11, 2026

Linda Gail Floyd, age 78, of Thomasville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, at her residence. Linda was born on May 1, 1947, in Blackshear, Georgia to the late Lee and Ollie Godwin. Linda dedicated her life to education, earning a Specialist Degree and making a profound impact as a beloved teacher within the Thomas County School System. 

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Curtis Martin Reichert

Curtis Martin Reichert

Mar 7, 2026

Curtis Martin Reichert passed away at his home surrounded by his family on March 7, 2026. Curtis was born on July 20, 1938 to the parents of Ernest Martin Reichert and Maggie Jones Reichert. Curtis was a graduate of Thomasville High School class of 1957 and was voted "Cutest" of the Senior Superlatives. Curtis played halfback on the Thomasville Bulldogs...

Frances Virginia Vinson

Frances Virginia Vinson

Mar 6, 2026

Frances Virginia Vinson, age 98, of Boston, GA, passed away on March 6, 2026. Frances was born on April 7, 1927, in Doerun, GA, to loving parents Andrew and Izzie Tidwell. On November 25, 1947, she married the love of her life, Jim L. Vinson, at Salem Baptist Church, where they became long-time members. Sadly, Jim preceded her in death...

Sheryl Yvonne Chastain

Sheryl Yvonne Chastain

Mar 1, 2026

Sheryl Yvonne Chastain, born on July 31, 1956, in Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 69. A dedicated lab technician, Sheryl spent many years contributing her skills in the microbiology lab at C.R. Bard. She was known for her diligent work ethic and her commitment to excellence in her field.Sheryl cherished her family above...

Donna Irene Brannan

Donna Irene Brannan

Mar 1, 2026

With profound love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Donna Irene Brannan, age 73, who passed away in Thomasville, Georgia.

Donna was born on July 27, 1952, in Oceanside, San Diego County, California, and spent most of her childhood in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She lived in various parts of the US, spending most of her life in Thomasville, Georgia. Donna...

Nancy Watson Singletary

Nancy Watson Singletary

Feb 28, 2026

With deep love and gratitude for her life, the family of Nancy Watson Singletary announces her passing on February 28, 2026. Nancy died peacefully at her home in Thomasville, Georgia after a brief illness, surrounded by family.

Born in Thomasville on July 6, 1954, Nancy was known for her intelligence, kindness, creativity, and gentle spirit, which touched many. She was an honor...

Sharon Clearman McNeil

Sharon Clearman McNeil

Feb 28, 2026

Graveside services for Sharon Clearman McNeil, 68, of Boston, are at 11 am Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Big Ochlocknee Church Cemetery. Mrs. McNeil died on February 28th at Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville. Born February 19, 1958, in Dothan, Alabama, she was the daughter of David Earl Clearman Sr. and the late Eloise Sammons Clearman. She spent 28 years...

Douglas Charles Hitchcock

Douglas Charles Hitchcock

Feb 28, 2026

Douglas Hitchcock, 74 of Coolidge, passed away on February 28, 2026. He was born on June 15, 1,951 in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late Charles Basil Hitchcock and Rubie Marie Simison.

Survivors include children Cathy Bynum of Coolidge and James Hitchcock of Dothan and grandchildren Jessica Hitchcock, James Michael Hitchcock, and Shyanne Whitaker.

No services have been planned at this time.

Richard Keith Golden

Richard Keith Golden

Feb 27, 2026

Richard Keith Golden, age 66, of Thomasville, Georgia, passed away on February 27, 2026, at his home. Keith was born on November 25, 1959, in Thomasville to loving parents Durell and Gladys Golden.Keith enjoyed a varied career working in the carpentry and cabinet-making industry. He worked for several local construction companies, as well as applying his experience and expertise to form...

James Wesley Cochran

James Wesley Cochran

Feb 26, 2026

James Wesley Cochran, 79, of Thomasville, passed away on February 26, 2026. He was born on June 6, 1946, in Boston, GA, to the late William Frank Cochran and Susie Jane Watt Cochran.

Known fondly as the Peanut Man, Wesley spent years selling boiled peanuts, bringing joy and a taste of Southern tradition to those around him. He found happiness in...

Shirley Hobby Williams

Shirley Hobby Williams

Feb 25, 2026

Shirley Hobby Williams, 73, of Thomasville, GA, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026. Born on October 27, 1952, in Moultrie, GA, she dedicated her life to being a loving homemaker and caring for her family. She is survived by her loving son, Grady Williams and daughter Kimberly Williams. No services will be held at this time.

Jimmie Lou Mercer

Jimmie Lou Mercer

Feb 25, 2026

Jimmie Lou Mercer, 91, of Thomasville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, in Boynton Beach, Florida. She was born on June 15, 1934, in Arley, Alabama, and was the beloved daughter of Lemons Franklin and Minnie Lou Gilliland.

Jimmie Lou shared a long and loving marriage with her husband, Hubert Paul Mercer. The two were united in marriage on...

Karol Bunce Miller

Karol Bunce Miller

Feb 25, 2026

Karol Bunce Miller, age 78, of Thomasville, Georgia, passed away on February 25, 2026, at her home. Karol was born on September 23, 1947, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to loving parents Broadus and Frances Collier Bunce.

Karol was a devoted member of Dawson Street Baptist Church, where she found a sense of community and purpose. A lover of the outdoors, Karol...

John Daniel Myers

John Daniel Myers

Feb 23, 2026

John Daniel Myers, beloved husband, father, papa, and friend, passed away on February 23, 2026, at the age of 72. He was born on March 29, 1953, in Thomasville, Georgia to the late Marrell Hicks Myers Sr. and Esther Clay Myers, who survives.

Daniel enjoyed a dedicated career as a supervisor in the manufacturing industry, retiring from Flowers Baking Co....

Buff Leighton Crook

Buff Leighton Crook

Feb 21, 2026

Buff Leighton Crook, our beloved daughter and sister, transitioned on February 21, 2026. She was 57 years old, a life ended far too soon. She was born in Thomasville, Ga and was a lifelong resident of Tallahassee and a proud Leon High School graduate.

Buff was one of the kindest and most genuine people you could ever meet, possessing the...