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Mr. Frank Roper Jr.

Mr. Frank Roper Jr.

Jan 5, 2024

Mr. Frank Roper, Jr.,75, was born on April 18, 1948, in Millen, GA to the late Mr. Frank Roper, Sr. and Mrs. Annie Mae Pierce Roper. He departed this life on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Heritage Inn Nursing Home in Statesboro, GA. He was a life-long farm worker and a truck driver. He enjoyed gardening in his leisure time....

Mr. Otis Pinkney

Mr. Otis Pinkney

Dec 24, 2023

Otis Pinkney, 88, of Millen, GA, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023, surrounded by his children. Otis was born to Dallas and Mable Pinkney on August 30, 1935. He was raised in Millen, GA, where he attended school. He later enlisted in the United States Navy, as a boiler room helper. He also received the honor, Trusty Shellback. After...

Mr. James Green

Mr. James Green

Nov 25, 2023

God has called another soldier from Labor to Reward. Homegoing Celebrations are planned for Saturday, Dec. 9th, 2023, at Dickey Grove Baptist Church in Screven County at 11:00 A.M. in the morning. More details will follow as soon as available. James A. Kirkland Mortuary in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Rosa Lee Miles

Mrs. Rosa Lee Miles

Nov 14, 2023

Mrs. Rosa Lee Miles was born July 19, 1956, to the late Lacy and Elizabeth McNeeley. Mrs. Rosa departed this life on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Savannah Memorial Health Center, Savannah, GA. Mrs. Rosa was a faithful member of Brantley Temple Holiness Church throughout her lifetime. Rosa served at her church under the directions of Elder Douglas Jones. She...

Mr Charlie James Lake Jr.

Mr Charlie James Lake Jr.

Nov 4, 2023

CHARLIE JAMES LAKE JR. know as June Bug' is the son of Charlie James Lake, Sr. and Lula Lake, He was born on August 5, 1963, in Augusta, Georgia. He departed this life on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Augusta University Medical Center At an early age, Charlie accepted Christ and joined the Saint John Missionary Baptist Church Millen, Georgia....

Ms Mary Gordon

Ms Mary Gordon

Aug 9, 2023

Ms. Mary E. Gordon, passed on Monday, August 8th, 2023, at her home in Millen, GA. Mary was the daughter of Ms. Ocie Reed and the maternal granddaughter of the late Rev. & Rev. Grant Scott and Pearlie R. Scott. She was educated in the Jenkins County School system are received her GED through Job-Corp where she later received her...

Mrs. Minnie N. Mosley

Mrs. Minnie N. Mosley

Aug 7, 2023

It with Humble Hearts and sadness that we announced the passing of Mrs. Mosley, she is in our care and her arrangements will be post at a later date. James A Kirkland Mortuary in charge of arrangements.

Ms. Elisa D. Parker

Ms. Elisa D. Parker

Aug 1, 2023

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we say sleep on in Heavenly peace to Elisa, may God keep you until we meet again. Elisa transition on August 1st. at Doctors Hospital in Augusta, GA. She leaves a loving and caring mother, children, siblings and many other family members and friends to cherish her memories. Funeral Service will...

Ms. Shannon Renee' Childs

Ms. Shannon Renee' Childs

Jul 22, 2023

It's with sadden hearts that we announce passing of our beloved Shannon Emory Childs. Funeral arrangements are tinative for Saturday, August 5th, 2023 at Miracle Temple at 11:00 a.m. Obituary will follow at a later time.

Reverend Pearlie Ruth Scott

Reverend Pearlie Ruth Scott

Jul 17, 2023

Reverend Pearlie R. Scott was born in Millen, GA to the late Anna Parker and Charlie Walker on August 30, 1932. She was an ordained Minister and enjoyed her work. She met and married the late Rev. Grant Scott, and fourteen children were added to this union; eight preceded her in death; Grant, Jr., Charlie, Hamp, Ozzie, Mary, Theresa, Annie...

Mother Delores N. Burns

Mother Delores N. Burns

Jul 13, 2023

Mother Delores N. Burns, 84, Mother of the Greater New Jerusalem Church of God In Christ, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 13, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 24, 1938, in Springfield, GA. She was the daughter of the late Willie Williams & Edna Rhett Williams. She was educated in the...

Mrs. Sherrilyn D. Clayton

Mrs. Sherrilyn D. Clayton

Jun 26, 2023

Sherrilyn Denise Young Clayton, born October 24, 1975, to Jesse Paul and Beverly J. Kelly Young. She was the eldest of her siblings. She received her education in the Jenkins County School System and was a graduate of the Class of 1996, she furthered her education by attending Swainsboro Technical College and Augusta Technical College. At an early age she...

Mrs. Janie L. Hills Gordon

Mrs. Janie L. Hills Gordon

Jun 11, 2023

Janie Laveine Gordon, 51, born to the late Annie Lee Williams and Eugene Hills, Sr. in Metter, GA on April 10, 1972. She was the second oldest child of five children. Janie was a member of the Johnson Chapel Baptist Church in Millen, GA. She was educated mostly in Jenkins County public schools, but she graduated from Stranahan High School...

Ms Gloria Ann Wadley Young

Ms Gloria Ann Wadley Young

Jun 5, 2023

Our loving and devoted, mother, sister, aunt and friend, Gloria Ann Wadley Young (aka- BayBay) of Statesboro, Georgia earned her wings at 5.30 a.m. Monday, June 5, 2023 at the age of 63. As Gloria transitioned from labor to reward, she was surrounded by her 3 adult children – Dinitra, Markeyce and LaToya. She rejoins her grandparents Nancy & Tom...

Ms. Ruthie Mae Mack

Ms. Ruthie Mae Mack

May 23, 2023

Ruthie Mae Mack was born April 15, 1941 in Millen, Ga to the late Willie James and rosa Elise Nesbit Bynes. She was the second of 13 children. Doll as she was so lovingly known, transitioned to her heavenly home on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Funeral services were held on Wednesday May 31, 2023.

Mr. Jesse James Buxton Jr.

Mr. Jesse James Buxton Jr.

Mar 30, 2023

Jesse James Buxton, Jr., 53, was born December 17, 1969 in Augusta, GA to the parent of Jesse James Buxton, Sr. and Vastie Brinson Buxton. Jesse was the materal grandson of the late Otis and Irene Brinson. graduate of Jenkins County High School. He received his schooling through the Jenkins County public school system. Mr. Buxton enjoyed the simple things...

Mrs. Mamie Oglesby Reese

Mrs. Mamie Oglesby Reese

Mar 30, 2023

Mamie Oglesby Reese was born June 4, 1946, in Jenkins County, to the late Grady and Ruth Oglesby in Millen, GA. She was the fifth of nine children. Two siblings have preceded her in death: Isaiah Oglesby and Roberta Williams. Mamie Jo as she was so lovingly known, gained her Heavenly wings on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Mamie was educated...

Mrs. Estella Kirkland Gay

Mrs. Estella Kirkland Gay

Mar 22, 2023

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Mr. Selvie Grant

Mr. Selvie Grant

Feb 25, 2023

With profound sadness we announced the passing of Mr. Selvie Grant. Funeral services are planned for Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Johnson Grove Baptist Church 353 Johnson Grove Road, Sylvania, GA 30467. Obituary will follow at a later date. James A. Kirkland Mortuary in charge of arrangement.

Ms. Mary L. Wallace

Ms. Mary L. Wallace

Feb 15, 2023

Obituary Mary Drayton Wallace was born October 1, 1946, to the parents of Christine and Buddy Drayton. She attended the Old Aaron School under the Jenkins County System. At a young age, she moved to Miami, FL, where she matured and worked as a CAN. She lived most of her adult life in Miami and later moved back to Millen,...

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