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Taylor Phillips
Aug 23, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Taylor Paige Phillips, age 32, on August 23, 2024. Taylor was a cherished daughter, sister, and beloved friend whose vibrant spirit and unwavering faith touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born on June 5, 1992, Taylor was known for her boundless energy and passion for her family. After graduation, Taylor volunteered...
Michael "Mike" Yates
Aug 23, 2024
Michael “Mike” Yates, 49, of Lake Park died suddenly on Friday, August 23, 2024, at South Georgia Medical Center. Michael grew up in Tennille and graduated from Brentwood School in Sandersville in 1992. In high school, he played football and basketball, and earned the Senior Superlative, “Most Witty”. He soon moved to Valdosta to attend VSU on a football scholarship....
Thomas Richard Tharp
Aug 22, 2024
Thomas Richard Tharp, 77, of Hahira, died on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Fellowship Home following a lengthy illness. He was born in Valdosta on September 2, 1946, to the late James G. and Billie Gray Tharp. Mr. Tharp retired from Children’s Friend Inc. as the director of physical facilities. He also served on the executive committee for Children's Friend...
Sara Anne Jones
Aug 20, 2024
Sara Anne Jones, 81, of Barney, died on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at her residence following a period of declining health. She was born on September 9, 1942, in Moultrie to the late James and Mildred Plair Moody. She received her bachelor’s degree from Valdosta State College (VSU) and taught school for a few years before becoming a full-time caregiver....
Dannie Carrol Tinsley
Aug 20, 2024
Dannie Carrol Tinsley, age 78, passed away peacefully at his home on August 20, 2024. Born on July 22, 1946, in Valdosta, GA, Dannie was the beloved son of the late Bernard and Rounie Dell (Allen) Tinsley.
Dannie was a man dedicated to his family, known for his love of hunting and fishing, and his joy in hosting fish fries and...
Dr. William Stephens
Aug 19, 2024
Dr. William F. “Bill” Stephens, 90, of Valdosta, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, at his home. He was born on January 8, 1934, in Nashville, TN, to the late Wayman Walter Stephens and Virginia Pearl Shelton Stephens. He grew up in Pensacola and graduated from Pensacola High School in the early 1950’s. He was active in the Glee...
Karen C. Evans
Aug 19, 2024
Karen C. Evans, 75, of Valdosta, died on Monday, August 19, 2024, at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born on December 9, 1948, in Parkersburg, West Virginia to the late Charles Carney and Betty Kozloski. She was the office manager for Arrow Screen Printing and was a member of Central Avenue Church of Christ. Karen enjoyed traveling,...
David Culpepper
Aug 18, 2024
David Culpepper, 61, of Jasper, FL, died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at his residence. Born on April 10, 1963, to the late Billy & Evelyn Combass Culpepper, he grew up in Valdosta and graduated from Lowndes High School in 1981. While at Lowndes, he was a member of the Georgia Bridgemen Band. He then attended Valdosta Technical College...
Joyce Walker Davis
Aug 17, 2024
Joyce Walker Davis, 86, of Valdosta, GA passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024.
Joyce was born on May 30,1938 in Sparks, GA daughter of the late Charlie Dorsett and Myrtle James (Rentz) and was also predeceased by a husband P.H. Walker and a sister, Ann McLain.
Worked for many years at First Federal in Valdosta as an officer.
Joyce is survived by...
Joseph Edward Vallotton, III
Aug 16, 2024
Joseph Edward Vallotton, III, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, in Tucson, Arizona. He was born in Valdosta on January 10, 1975, to Mala Young Vallotton the late Joseph E. Vallotton. He grew up in Valdosta and graduated from Valwood School in 1993. There he played football and basketball and was chosen for the All-State teams. He played tennis...
Louise Turner Johnson
Aug 16, 2024
Hi Louise Turner Johnson, 95, of Valdosta, passed away at home on Friday morning, August 16, 2024. Mrs. Johnson was born in Valdosta on July 3, 1929, to the late Jim and Amanda Duke Turner.
A homemaker and devoted mother and grandmother, Louise was an enthusiastic gardener. She was a long-time faithful member of Central Avenue Church of Christ.
Survivors are her...
Carolyn Chauncey
Aug 14, 2024
Carolyn Chauncey, 82, of Hahira, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Langdale Hospice House.
A funeral service will be held at 2pm on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Welcome Hill Church of Christ. Burial will follow in the cemetery.
Online condolences may be conveyed at www.mclanecares.com
David E. O'Steen, Jr.
Aug 13, 2024
David Edward O’Steen, Jr. 56, of Valdosta passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Waycross, on November 3, 1967, David was the son of Marilyn Jefffords O’Steen and the late David E. O’Steen Sr. He selflessly gave 35 years of his life to law enforcement, including 20 years with...
Jan Daly
Aug 12, 2024
Jan Daly, 70, of Valdosta, GA, passed away on August 12, 2024. She was born on July 7, 1954, to Raymond and Lena Burkett (Powell) in Quitman, GA.
Jan had a deep love for antiques, a passion for reading, and cherished her visits to the mountains. Her warmth and kindness were a blessing to all who knew her.
Jan is survived by...
Jimmy Walker
Aug 11, 2024
Jimmy Walker Sr., 90, of Valdosta, died on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at his residence following a period of declining health. He was born on December 7, 1933, in Valdosta to the late Vernon and Esta Mae Walker. Mr. Walker attended Valdosta High School and played for Valdosta High Wildcats under Coach Wright Bazemore. He later served in the United...
Glenn Gorham Tucker, Jr.
Aug 10, 2024
Glenn Gorham Tucker Jr., born on June 6, 1928, in Des Moines, IA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the age of 96. Glenn was the beloved son of the late Glenn G. Tucker Sr. and the devoted husband of the late Beverly Ann Tucker (Stoup).
At just 16 years old, Glenn enlisted in the United States Navy...
Maureen Lyddy Maturi
Aug 8, 2024
Maureen Lyddy Maturi, 103, of Valdosta, died on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on November 12, 1920, in Mandalay, Burma to the late James Garnett Lyddy and Arabella Backhurst Lyddy. Mrs. Maturi came to the United States as a young woman of 27, having secured a position in the Secretary...
Myra Jane Holman Brice Bird
Aug 8, 2024
Myra Jane Holman Brice Bird of Valdosta died August 8, 2024, after a long-fulfilled life with numerous friends and family members. Born in Moultrie, Georgia on August 22, 1929, she was the daughter of John Lindsay Holman and Fannie Will Hackett Holman. A graduate of Moultrie High School, Myra Jane followed family tradition to attend Sullins College in Bristol, Virginia....
Louise Marie Hughes
Aug 7, 2024
Louise Marie Hughes, 74, of Echols County, died on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at her granddaughter’s residence following a period of declining health. She was born on March 9, 1950, in Tampa, Florida but has been a resident of this area for many years. She worked as a cashier in various retail businesses from convenance stores to her last place...
Peggy Ann Hudson
Aug 4, 2024
Peggy Ann Hudson, 83, of Valdosta, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at her home. She was born in Cordele, GA to the late Joseph (Joe) Willis Harden and Ava Grace Adair Harden. Mrs. Hudson grew up in Turner County and graduated from Turner County High School in the late 1950’s. She then attended Valdosta State College and received...
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