Christine Ross Ford
Sep 25, 2025
Reflection of Life
Christine R. Ford was born on July 22, 1954, to Roscoe Ross and Bertha Mae Hill Ross in Metcalf, Georgia. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and first joined Antioch Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. Albert Sanders. She later became a devoted member of First Unity Missionary Baptist...
Leon Ivey "Flash" Simmons
Sep 19, 2025
Leon Ivey Simmons Sr. Known as “Flash” was born July 14th, 1956 to the late Vivian S. Childs and Lewis Wilson Sr. At an early age he confessed Christ. Leon attended Thomasville High School and is a graduate of 1974. He retired from The Port of Savannah where he dedicated a lot of his time.
Leon had a remarkable way of...
Frank Spicer
Sep 9, 2025
Frank Spicer, born on August 1, 1956, peacefully entered into eternal rest on September 9,
2025.
Frank was a devoted husband, step-father, cousin, son, brother, and friend. He will be
deeply missed by all who knew him. Known for his warm spirit and his wonderful gift of
caring, Frank touched the lives of many with kindness and compassion.
A proud veteran, Frank honorably served his...
Roy Alton "Toosie Pop" Hardy
Aug 29, 2025
Roy Alton Hardy, affectionately known as "Toosie Pop," was born on July 1, 1954, in Thomasville, Georgia, to the late Thomas James Hardy Sr. and Joyce Nancy Hardy. Roy lived a life marked by humility, dedication, and quiet strength a life that touched countless hearts and left a lasting legacy.
At an early age, Roy devoted his life to God and...
Deborah Delores Darring Austin
Jul 27, 2025
A Time for BirthDeborah Delores Darring Austin was born to Zachariah Darring and Janie Neal Darring on November 27, 1941, in Thomas County, GA. She was reared by loving parents, with her twelve amazing siblings. Christian values were important and valued in her upbring.A Time for PreparationShe was educated at Douglass High School and continued her education as a nurse...
Marranda Shanderia Coleman
Jul 6, 2025
The Victory Lap
Marranda Shanderia ColemanDecember 6, 2005 – July 6, 2025Marranda Shanderia Coleman was born on December 6, 2005, to Shanna L. Brooks and Mark A. Coleman in Thomasville, Georgia. She departed this life on July 6, 2025, at Arthur M. Blank CHOA in Atlanta, Georgia.Marranda was educated in the Thomas County School System, graduating from the Thomas County Central...
Hamp McMillan Jr
Jun 20, 2025
Reflection Of Life
Brother Hamp McMillan, Jr. was born on December 4, 1938 in the Glasgow Community-Boston to the late Hamp McMillan, Sr. and Ila Massey McMillan.
He joined the Glasgow AME Church in 1947 and later moved his membership to St. Mark AME Church in 1958 under the pastorate of Rev. Adams. Hamp held several positions while at St. Mark: Steward,...
Marsha Ann Jackson
Jun 14, 2025
The Life Story
Marsha Ann Jackson was born on June 23, 1959 to the late David and Hermine Jackson in Charleston, SC. She worked many jobs. In 2008 she moved her residence to Thomasville, GA where she joined as a faithful member at First Missionary Baptist, at the time under the leadership of Dr. I.L. Mullins. She was the president of...
Gladys Freeman Shivers
May 28, 2025
Obituary
Sunrise: July 13, 1944 Sunset: May 28, 2025
Gladys Shivers was a faithful member of Crusaders for Christ Church. She had a big heart and always wanted the best for everyone around her. Gladys dedicated many years of her life to helping others, working at a nursing home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Later in life, she continued to care for others...
Sharon Louise Paulk
May 21, 2025
Sharon Louise Paulk
Sharon Louise Paulk, affectionately known as “Lady Sha” by her friends and fellow Raiders fans, was born in Miami, Florida, on February 15, 1951. Sharon received her wings and departed this life on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Archbold Medical Center in Thomasville, GA. Sharon was the only daughter of Thomas E. Paulk and Willene Daniels Paulk. She...
Sue Ella Johnson
May 10, 2025
Obituary
Sunrise: 04/15/1942 Sunset: 05/10/2025
Sue Ella Johnson was born to the late Sam Wilson, Sr and Emma Wilson on April 15th, 1942.
Sue Johnson attended Douglas High School in Thomasville, GA.
Sue joined The Church of Christ in St. Petersburg, FL in 1965 and accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior.
Sue Ella Johnson affectionately known as Boot and Mommasita to close family and...
Elaine Maybell Graham
May 1, 2025
The Obituary
Elaine Maybell Graham was born in Quincy, Florida on January 6, 1974, to the late Rosetta Williams-Graham and the late Jessie Graham. She worked at a newspaper company and at the school before her health fell in 2020. Elaine loved family gatherings in her spare time. She was known to be the life of the...
William Weatherspoon Sr
Apr 30, 2025
William Weatherspoon, Sr. was born to the late Roosevelt Weatherspoon and Doretha Smith in Metcalf, Ga on December 21, 1935.
He retired from Flowers Baking Company with 35 years of service. He married the late Katie Lee Washington on April 20, 1958, and their union lasted for 61 years.
Those left to cherish his memories...
Rosie Mae (Dowsey) Hadley
Apr 26, 2025
Reflection of Life
Sunrise: July 31, 1925 - Sunset: April 26, 2025
Mother Rosie Hadley is a native of Ellaville, GA. She was the wife of the late George Hadley. Mother Hadley attended Schley County schools. She was a housekeeping manager at Days Inn Hotel for 19 years. She was an excellent cook and baker,...
Margaret Freeman (Freeman) Lovett
Apr 4, 2025
Reflection of Life
Margaret Freeman Lovett was born on August 22, 1951, to the late Willie Freeman and Mary Smith Freeman, she was called home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2025. Margaret accepted Christ at a very young age. She was a member at the First Unity M.B. Church where she served faithfully on...
Edna Mae (Hardy) Hardy-Hill
Mar 31, 2025
The Final Act
Edna Mae Hardy-Hill was born February 14, 1943, in Thomasville, Georgia, the only child of the late Leroy and Hagar Hardy.
She gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was a devoted member of Bethany Congregational Church of Thomasville, Georgia where she was a member of the choir and...
Bettie Allene (Mcpherson) Haugabrook
Mar 30, 2025
Obituary
Mrs. Bettie Allene McPherson Haugabrook was born July 4, 1934 in Tallahassee, Florida. Bettie was the daughter of the late Reverend Edward and Mamie McPherson.
At the young age of eight, she moved to Metcalf, Georgia along with her three sisters: Patience, Mamie, and Nora. Bettie was under the guardianship of her maternal uncle,...
Nathaniel Hawthorne Abrams Jr
Mar 29, 2025
The Final Act
Heaven opened its gates and bestowed the gift of life upon Nathaniel H. Abrams, Jr., born to Nathaniel Abrams, Sr., and Lena Phelps Abrams in Thomas County.
From an early age, Nathaniel exhibited an inquisitive mind and an eagerness to serve. While attending school Brooks County, he felt compelled to assist his...
Nathan Reynolds
Mar 26, 2025
Obituary To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted. Ecc. 3:1-2
Nathan Reynolds, the son of the late Alex and Francina Williams Reynolds, was born December...
Patricia Ann (Williams) Bacon
Mar 14, 2025
Sunrise: January 8, 1939 - Sunset: March 14, 2025
Mrs. Patricia Ann Williams-Bacon was born on January 8, 1939, to the late Levi & Essie Mae Graham Williams. On March 14, 2025, she entered into eternal rest.
For 38 years she was employed by Southwestern State Hospital as a LPN, and by John D. Archbold...