Obituary Listing

Obituaries

Betty Toole

Betty Toole

Aug 25, 2024

Betty George Williams Toole was born on September 30, 1932 and joined her husband and love of her life in heaven on August 25, 2024. Born and raised in Leesburg, Florida, she attended Centre College and UNC-Chapel Hill where she was a member of the Kappa Delta sorority. She was introduced to Richard Toole in church by friends, and they...

Ben T Waddill Jr.

Ben T Waddill Jr.

Aug 25, 2024

Ben T. Waddill, Jr., known to his family and friends as “Ben T.”, died Sunday afternoon, August 25, 2024, at home in Thomasville, Georgia. Ben T. was born July 5, 1942, in Tallahassee, Florida, to Ben T. Waddill, Sr. and Elma Waddill. He graduated from Leon High School in 1960, where he served as student body vice president. During high...

Edwin Eugene Gerdes

Edwin Eugene Gerdes

Aug 24, 2024

Edwin Eugene Gerdes, 84 of Thomasville passed away on August 24, 2024. He was born on June 4, 1940 in Des Moines, Iowa. In his earlier years, Edwin served in the United States Air Force and was able to travel the world while serving. Professionally, Edwin worked as a Tampa police officer and a lineman. He owned his own business...

Ernest Joseph Desmore Jr.

Ernest Joseph Desmore Jr.

Aug 23, 2024

Ernest Joseph Desmore Jr., 77 of Monticello passed away on August 23, 2024. He was born on October 16, 1946 in Monticello to the late Ernest Joseph Desmore Sr. and Margey Leverne Wilson. Ernest served in the United States Army. He is survived by sons Ricky Desmore of Tifton/Thomasville, Travis Desmore (Dewi) of Tallahassee/Thomasville, and Kim Taylor who he loved...

Belinda Joiner

Belinda Joiner

Aug 22, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Belinda Joy Joiner, a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on August 22, 2024, at the age of 60. Born on September 13, 1963, Belinda lived a life full of love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family. Belinda shared a beautiful life...

Lela W. Mcrory

Lela W. Mcrory

Aug 22, 2024

Lela McRory, 84 of Thomasville passed away on August 22, 2024. She was born on November 18, 1939, in Thomasville to the late Lawton and Mattie Wilkes. Lela was a woman of deep faith and a member of Victory Baptist Church. She loved her family and spending time with them. She is survived by her sons Robert McRory of Thomasville...

Connie Marie Currie

Connie Marie Currie

Aug 21, 2024

Connie Marie Currie (Lewis), a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a dedicated nurse, passed away on August 21, 2024, in Thomasville, GA, at the age of 60. Born on June 27, 1964, in Panama City, FL, Connie was a formidable presence, living her life with the motto "Faith over fear." Connie embarked on her nursing career in 2000 after receiving...

Keith Alan Massey

Keith Alan Massey

Aug 19, 2024

Keith Alan Massey of Thomasville passed away on August 19, 2024. He was born in Thomasville on March 31, 1961 to the late Felton Dock Massey and Mildred Bozeman Massey. Keith graduated from Thomas County Central in 1979 and went on to earn degrees in education from both Thomas University and Valdosta State University. In 1988 he married the love...

Billie Ann Allen Cantrell

Billie Ann Allen Cantrell

Aug 17, 2024

Billie Ann Allen Cantrell, born on August 3, 1936, in Gaylesville, AL, to the late Sanford Edison Allen and Ora Catherine Callan Allen. Billie passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 17, 2024. A life marked by love, dedication, and faith, Billie Ann leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her. Billie Ann graduated...

Mary Alice Searles

Mary Alice Searles

Aug 11, 2024

Graveside services for Mary Alice Gibbs Searles, 97 of Thomasville will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, August, 14, 2024 at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Pastor Sean Jacobs and Pastor Mike Hanscome will officiate. Ms. Searles went home to be with the Lord on August 11 2024 at Legacy Village. Born July 16, 1927, she was the daughter of the late...

Colonel Gene C. Davis

Colonel Gene C. Davis

Aug 11, 2024

Colonel Gene C. Davis, (Retired) U.S. Army, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024, with his beloved wife Katherine by his side. He was 91 years old. He was preceded in death by his wife of over 60 years, Millie K. Davis. Born and raised in Carthage, Tennessee, Gene graduated from Tennessee Tech and was commissioned as a 2nd...

William Gerald "Gerry" Gilmer

William Gerald "Gerry" Gilmer

Aug 9, 2024

William Gerald "Gerry" Gilmer passed away in Thomasville, Georgia, on August 9th, 2024, at the age of 79. Gerry was one of six children born to William Bryan Gilmer and Frances Young Gilmer. Gerry's large military family moved often following his father's service through Texas, Georgia, and Florida. He spent his formative and favorite high school years in Panama City,...

Ronald L Smith Jr

Ronald L Smith Jr

Aug 8, 2024

Ronald L Smith Jr, 52, of Ochlocknee, better known as Ronnie, passed away on August 8, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at Allen & Allen Funeral Home on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 2 pm. Ronnie was born on July 18, 1972, in Americus, Georgia, to Ronald L Sr, who survives, and Brenda Smith, who preceded him...

Robert Eugene Lamb

Robert Eugene Lamb

Aug 8, 2024

Services for Robert E Lamb, 95, of Thomasville, Ga., will be held at the Eastside Baptist Church at 2 pm on Sunday, August 11, 2024, with Pastor Sean Jacobs and Pastor Emeritus Tim Robson. The service livestream can be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/ESBCThomasville/ Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Pastor Mike Hanscon will officiate the graveside services. A visitation will...

William Earl Sadler

William Earl Sadler

Aug 8, 2024

William Earl Sadler of Thomasville passed away on August 8, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born on January 14, 1948 in Pelham to the late Basco and Letha Sadler who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Lillian Tucker Sadler; sons Robby Sadler (Amanda) of Fitzgerald, Richard Watts (Kasey) of Cairo, and Jamey Sadler...

Anne Neese Garrett

Anne Neese Garrett

Aug 5, 2024

Anne Neese Garrett entered her eternal life on August 5, 2024 after a long fight with declining health. Her spirit will be carried on by her husband Tony Garrett, their three daughters; Tonya Garrett, DeNeese Stewart (Shane Stewart) and Ansley Adair (Benji Adair); five granddaughters; Taylor Hodges, Hannah Anderson, Sophia Sampson, Joley Spaventa, and Tinsley Adair; great-grandson Kalihan Anderson along...

Kathryn Ann Wester

Kathryn Ann Wester

Aug 5, 2024

A celebration of the life and home going of Kathryn Ann Williams Wester will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Allen and Allen Funeral Home. Kathryn's nephew, Rev. Andy Piland of Monroe, GA will officiate the service. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens on the Boston RD. Longtime family friend Bill...

Louise Owens Taylor

Louise Owens Taylor

Aug 4, 2024

Louise Owens Taylor went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 4, 2024. She was born April 15, 1928 to Willie Parker Davis, Sr and Effie Xuripha Wilkes Davis in Pike County, Alabama. Louise was passionate about her yard and found great joy in gardening and her butterfly bushes. She enjoyed her daily walks in her gardens...

Clyde Benjamin Barton, Sr.

Clyde Benjamin Barton, Sr.

Jul 31, 2024

Clyde Benjamin Barton Sr., 63, of Pavo, passed away on July 31, 2024, at his residence in Pavo, surrounded by his loved ones. Clyde was born on March 8, 1961, in Macclenny, Florida to Martin "Monk" Jr. and Mary Louise Griffth Barton. Clyde pursued a diverse array of professions, including roles as an asbestos remover, frame carpenter, maintenance supervisor in...

Heather Renee Haywood

Heather Renee Haywood

Jul 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Heather Renee Haywood, a devoted LPN known for her compassionate care and dedication to helping others. She departed from this world on July 30, 2024 at the age of 41. Heather was born in Mansfield, Ohio on June 2, 1983 to Albert and Ronda Jean Faircloth. Heather leaves behind...