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Ms. Dorothy Inez Williams

Ms. Dorothy Inez Williams

Jun 1, 2021

Ms. Dorothy Inez Williams was born to the late Mr. Walter Williams and Mrs. Gladys Inez Doe; know to everyone as Dot, Bo and even "Sweet-Corn." She joined Givens Grove Baptist Church at an early age. She served as an usher on the missionary board. For many years until her health started to fail. Dot worked for many years in...

Mrs. Bessie Mae Wright

Mrs. Bessie Mae Wright

Jun 1, 2021

Mrs. Bessie Mae Wright was born in Herndon, GA (Jenkins County); she was the daughter of Ms. India Lewis and Mr. Roosevelt Benjamin on May 1, 1925. She was raised in the Herndon Community by a loving mother Mrs. India Brady and loving stepfather, Mr. Henry Brady. At an early age she joined St. John Missionary Baptist Church and served...

Mr. Otis Tommy Tanner

Mr. Otis Tommy Tanner

May 3, 2021

Mr. Otis Tommy Tanner was born December 15, 1946in Statesboro, GA. He was a loving man who everyone enjoyed his company. He was known as Coach Tommy by all who knew him because of his love for sports. He was employed earlier years as a farm employee and construction worker with B.L. Brantley. He leaves to cherished memories, a daughter,...

Mrs. Rosa Lee Pinkney

Mrs. Rosa Lee Pinkney

Apr 23, 2021

Rosa Lee Young was a loving, dedicated mother, grandmother, granny, sister, and friends. A native of Millen, GA. Rosa was born September 25, 1949 to the late Joe Haynes, Sr. and Josephine Young. She attended Birdsville Herndon and Burgess Landrum Schools; at an early age she joined Drake Chapel Baptist Church and later united with Williams Grove. C.O.G.I.C. and served...

Mr. Edward Earl Roberts Davis

Mr. Edward Earl Roberts Davis

Apr 16, 2021

Edward, affectionately known from his youth to recent as "Flickey," accepted Christ at a very early age and his commitment and love for the Lord fostered an inward journey that led him to become a member of the House of God – 7th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. His membership with the House of God – Keith Dominion continued when he...

Mr. Charlie Mosley

Mr. Charlie Mosley

Apr 12, 2021

Charlie Mosley was a devoted husband and father; a native of Millen, GA, born on February 19, 1937 to the late Ben Knight and Dollie Mae Gregory. At an early age Charlie joined the Daniel Grove Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and usher. Charlie worked for many years for Plant Vogtle in Waynesboro, GA until he retired;...

Mr. Sammie Lee Johnson

Mr. Sammie Lee Johnson

Mar 31, 2021

Mr. Sammie Lee Johnson was born on October 8, 1967 to Ella Mae Morris and the late Cardell Robinson. On Wednesday, March 31st, 2021 Sammie departed this life at Northside Hospital Gwinnett, in Lawrenceville, GA. Sammie was raised in Millen, GA and educated at the Jenkins County School Systems. Sammie enjoyed working on old cars and fishing. He enjoyed watching...

Mr. Ernest Lee Burns

Mr. Ernest Lee Burns

Mar 23, 2021

Mr. Ernest Lee Burns was born to the late Mary Frances Burns on January 14, 1939. On March 23rd, 2021 he received his wings and was united with the Lord. Ernest attended the Cousins school in the Perkins community. Later in life he met and married Delores Williams on January 9, 1957; to this union three daughters were born. He...

Mr. Leroy Sampson

Mr. Leroy Sampson

Mar 23, 2021

On Tuesday, March 23, 2021, Leroy entered eternal rest at University Hospital in Augusta, GA. Leroy was born to the union of Otis C. Sampson and Merdis Raymond Sampson on December 23, 1956. Leroy attended Aaron School in Jenkins county and later Jenkins County High School in Mille, GA. At an early age, Leroy accepted Christ at Gay's Hill Baptist...

Mr. Tommy Lee Thompson

Mr. Tommy Lee Thompson

Feb 26, 2021

Mr. Tommy Lee Thompson was born on June 20, 1948 in Millen, GA to the late Mr. Hosie Roberson and Mrs. Bernice Thompson Bynes. He was educated in the Jenkins County School system and was a logger by trade. He lived most of his life in Millen. He was preceded in death by a son, Antonio Shaffers, and his parents,...

Ms. Felicia Ann Summers

Ms. Felicia Ann Summers

Feb 18, 2021

Felicia Ann Summers was born on January 19, 1974 to the late Moses Richard Summers and Mrs. Katie Mae Summers. She spent most of her life in the Jenkins County area. Lisa had a long-term illness that she had been fighting with for about ten years. She spent all her life with her mother and her children. She entered eternal...

Ms Lashanda Bostic

Ms Lashanda Bostic

Jan 22, 2021

On January 22nd,LaShanda Bostic went to claim her mansion in her Father's house; she closed her eyes, and all was well when she awoke in a house not made by man's hands. Her new home now is with Jesus Christ, and he has made her whole. She was born August 1, 1968 to the parents of Rosa Mae Bostic and...

Mr. Willie Baldwin Sr.

Mr. Willie Baldwin Sr.

Jan 21, 2021

God in His infinite manner has called home our beloved Willie. On Thursday night, Willie answered the call and was ready to be with the Lord. Mr. Willie Baldwin, Sr. was born December 12, 1948 to the late Mr. Alex and Eloise Baldwin in Selma, Alabama. He accepted Christ at an early age and joined Bethel Hill Missionary Baptist Church...

Mr. Rufus L. Williams

Mr. Rufus L. Williams

Jan 20, 2021

Once again a saint goes home, the late Deacon was born on September 15, 1949 to the late Evangelist Amanda Coley and Superintendent Rufus James Williams. Rufus attended school in Jenkins, Millen, GA, and later moved to Pompano Beach, FL and continued his education. He was a plaster worker for many years. He also grew vegetables, purchased different kinds of...

Mr. Christopher Michael Reese

Mr. Christopher Michael Reese

Jan 19, 2021

God Call home another of his saints, On January 19, 2021, Christopher answered the call to be a soldier in the army of his master, the Lord Jesus Christ. Christopher Michael Reese was born on January 26, 1975 to the late Evelyn Reese and Samuel Lee Cooper. He was a graduate of Jenkins County High School and was employed with...

Ms. Cynthia Laverne Mckenzie

Ms. Cynthia Laverne Mckenzie

Jan 18, 2021

On Monday, January 18th God called our beloved "Cindy" to be absent with us and present with the Lord. Cynthia Laverne Washington-McKenzie was born on November 12, 1962 in Waynesboro, GA to the late Daisy Mae Walker and Rodney "Noon" Dukes. Cynthia attended Olinda Elementary in her early years education where she excelled highly and later attended Charles R. Drew...

Mr. Steve Smith Graham

Mr. Steve Smith Graham

Dec 23, 2020

Mr. Steve Smith Graham was born February 15, 1961 to the late Mr. Willie Moses Graham and the late Mrs. Annie Mae Bush Graham in Jenkins County, Georgia. He was educated in the Jenkins County School System. He was a mechanic and was employed with H.L. Cook Auto Parts for many years. On Wednesday, December 23, 2020 Steve was called...

Mr. Wesley Cutter Jr.

Mr. Wesley Cutter Jr.

Dec 10, 2020

Mr. Wesley Cutter, Jr. transitioned into eternal rest on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. He was born October 2, 1949 to the late Wesley & Sarah Snider Cutter. He was baptized at an early age at Hurricane Baptist Church. He attended the Burgess Landrum Hight School in Millen, GA where he was the lead singer in the Band,...

Ms. Lizzie Lee Cosby

Ms. Lizzie Lee Cosby

Dec 6, 2020

Ms. Lizzie Lee Cosby, the daughter of the late Ezekiel Cosby and the late Rosa Lee Solsberry Cosby was born on on July 8, 1936. On Sunday, December 6, 2020 entered into eternal rest. She lived in Millen, GA all of her life. She attended Aaron School in Millen, GA. Lizzie was employed with Bethany Nursing Home, the Jenkins County...

Ms. Ida Mae Carter

Ms. Ida Mae Carter

Nov 15, 2020

Ida Mae Sea Carter was born on March 15, 1966 to the late Amos Shumake and late Corine Sweat. Ida Mae Carter was known for Jenkins County High School best cheerleader, great personality, and her kindhearted soul. She enjoyed a good time at all time. Ida Mae transitioned peacefully on November 15, 2020 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, GA....

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