Obituary Listing

Jul 26, 2024

Ola Junior Herndon, 83, of Valdosta, GA, passed away on July 26, 2024. He was born on June 3, 1941, in Bellville, FL, to Ollie and Arwilla Herndon. Ola was a dedicated and skilled auto technician who proudly ran his own business for many years.

An avid outdoorsman who found joy in nature, Ola spent countless hours...

Jul 17, 2024

Helen Elizabeth Williams Kansky, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and talented artist, passed away July 17th, 2024. Born on June 9, 1939, in Jennings, FL, she was the cherished daughter of John R. and Helen Inez Williams.

Helen dedicated over 30 years of her life as a keypunch operator for Eastern Airlines and then for Jackson Memorial...

Jul 16, 2024

Linda Law, a cherished member of the community and devoted educator, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on December 8, 1940, in Rock Hill, SC, she was the beloved daughter of Roy and Anna Cameron.

Linda dedicated 32 1/2 years to teaching, starting her career in Statenville, GA, and spending...

Jul 4, 2024

Joey Riley Combass, born on October 25, 1975, in Homerville, GA, passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 4, 2024 at the age of 48. Joey's life was filled with the love of family, friends, and simple pleasures.

Joey was self-employed.  He was known for his ability to work diligently when it was time, and to...

Jun 21, 2024

Becky Jo Adams, 83, died peacefully on June 21, 2024, at the Haven Suwannee Valley Hospice Care Center in Lake City, Fl after a long battle with cancer.  She enjoyed the last few months of her life on the family farm at the barn of her son; now renamed "Becky's Barn."  She cherished the frequent visits of family, friends,...

Jun 19, 2024

On July 5th, 1943, in Marianna, Florida, Robert Lamar Linton was welcomed into this world by his father, Robert Franklin Linton, his mother, Betty Marie Foran Linton, and his sissy, Frankie Marie Linton Stewart.

When Lamar was little, he attended church with his grandparents, Jess and Josephine Long Foran, in the family mule and wagon.  One time,...

Jun 18, 2024

Dorothy Nell Creech King, affectionately known as "Granny Dot," passed away on June 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving family and leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and dedication. Born on October 28, 1942, in High Springs, FL, Dorothy was the cherished daughter of Ollie and Janie Creech.

Dorothy retired from the Hamilton County Road Department...

Jun 12, 2024

Imogene "Jean" Phillips left this world on June 12, 2024, after a brief illness. Jean was born in Harlan County, Kentucky, on February 24, 1936, to Anna and Elmo Stanley. While living in Clintwood, VA, she met and married Donald Phillips, and they had two sons. She called Virginia home for several years before she and her family moved...

Jun 12, 2024

Karen Ann Peterson, a member of the Jasper, FL community, passed away on June 12, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on September 30, 1950, in McRoss, West Virginia, to Charles and Lillian Chapman, Karen's life was characterized by her boundless energy and commitment to helping others.

Karen was a multi-talented individual who excelled in various...

Jun 12, 2024

Caroll Hurst, a beloved and talented individual, passed away on June 12, 2024, at the age of 70. Born on January 30, 1954, in Orlando, FL, to John and Margurette Hurst, Caroll's life was marked by his passion for horticulture and his love for family.

Caroll found great joy in working with flowers and gardening. He started...

Jun 11, 2024

Bryan Kaleb Radney was born on September 1, 1991, in Hahira, Georgia, to Bryan and Willa Radney. He passed away on June 11, 2024, in Ocala, Florida, after a long and hard-fought battle.

Kaleb spent his early childhood in his hometown of Jasper, Florida. His family later moved to Ocklawaha, Florida, where he lived until his passing....

May 20, 2024

Glenn Albert Carter, a long-time resident of Hamilton County, passed away on May 20, 2024. Born on June 8, 1947, in Valdosta, Georgia, to Albert and Vera Mae Carter, Glenn lived a life full of dedication and service.

Glenn graduated from Georgia Christian School and served his country honorably in the Air Force for over four years,...

May 16, 2024

James "Jimmy" Michael Strate, born on June 14, 1957, in New Ulm, MN, passed away on May 16, 2024. Jimmy was the beloved son of Willis and Lillian Strate.

Jimmy enjoyed a career at 3M in Minnesota before retiring. A dedicated member of the North American Fishing Association, Jimmy spent countless hours on the water, casting his...

May 16, 2024

Gloria Jean Graves Pittman, born on October 15, 1968, to Edward and Rose Graves in Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2024, surrounded by peace and the adoration of her family. Gloria was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and dear friend who lived to love.

Gloria had a fondness for rock-n-roll music and...

May 15, 2024

Jeffery A. Gause, born on October 31, 1956, in Lake City, FL, to John and Betty Gause, passed away on May 15, 2024, surrounded by his adoring family. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Jeff spent 43 dedicated years as a heavy equipment operator at PCS Phosphate, now Nutrien, in White Springs, FL, before retiring.

May 10, 2024

Charles "Chundy" Goolsby, age 76, of Hamilton County, passed away on May 10, 2024. Born on October 5, 1947, in Valdosta, GA, he was the son of Charles and Helen Goolsby.

Chundy proudly served his country in the United States Air Force immediately after graduating from high school. He completed his training in Rapid City, South Dakota,...

May 3, 2024

Thomas Marcano, Sr., 84, of Jasper, FL passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on May 3rd, 2024. Mr. Marcano was a long-time resident of Jasper, FL. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and "Pop". He was loved by all. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Ruby Marcano, of Jasper, FL; one sister,...

Apr 30, 2024

Odell Watson, Jr., passed away peacefully on April 30, 2024, in Metter, GA, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on June 3, 1951, in Hahira, GA, to the late Odell and Julia Mae Watson.

Odell found joy in life's simplest treasures. Whether it was the gentle sway of a shade tree on a...

Apr 27, 2024

Ralph "Randy" Alco Gay, III, cherished husband, son, brother, and friend, passed away on April 27, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. Randy's journey began in Valdosta, GA, where he was born to Ralph A. Gay, Jr. and Sharon Bembry Gay, on March 12, 1967, the first chapter of a life overflowing with love and cherished...

Apr 24, 2024

Yvonne Yeomans was born to Dewey and Lyndall Yeomans in the sun-kissed town of Lakeland, FL on December 19, 1939. With a heart as vast as the Florida sky, she departed this life on April 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, passion, and love.

Immersed in the construction and carpentry business alongside her father in...