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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....

Mr. Kenley "Jackpot" Washington Jr.

Mr. Kenley "Jackpot" Washington Jr.

Nov 3, 2020

Kenley "Jackpot" Washington, Jr. entered eternal rest on Tues, November 3, 2020. He was born on April 4, 1927 in Millen, GA to the late Kenley and Julia Washington. He is preceded in death by his siblings, John and James Washington, Bertha Adams, and Judy Washington. At an early age he joined Daniel Grove Baptist Church. He was educated in...

Mr. Artis Newton Jr.

Mr. Artis Newton Jr.

Oct 27, 2020

Mr. Artis "Bubba" Newton, Jr. was born July 18, 1957 in Millen, GA to the late Artis Newton, Sr. and Florie Mae Newton. Artis grew up in Millen, Ga and was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Newton. Artis "Bubba" Newton devoted most of his work life to Jackey International and trucking. "Bubba" made his transition on October 27, 2020,...

Ms. Lexie M. Thomas

Ms. Lexie M. Thomas

Oct 10, 2020

Lexie Mae Thomas, affectionately know as "Mump" to some and "Sexy Lexie" to others was born April 1, 1941 in Statesboro, GA. Born to the late Ornie Burke, Sr. and the late Maggie Bell Warren-Burke who preceded her in death at the age of four. After passof Maggie of her birth mother Maggie Bell Warren-Burke, Ornie met then married Ruby...

Mr. David Young

Mr. David Young

Sep 12, 2020

Mr. David Young was born in Jenkins County, Millen, GA to the late Mr. Ben Frank Young, Sr. of Sylvania, GA and the late Mrs. Janie Lue Moore Young of Millen, Ga. He was educated in the Jenkins County public school and later furthered his education in Broward County, Florida. He was a retired Roofer. David will be remembered for...

Mr. Roy "Taxi" Bynes

Mr. Roy "Taxi" Bynes

Sep 12, 2020

Mr. Roy Bynes was born to the parents of Charlie Bynes, Sr. & Bernice Thompson Bynes in Millen, GA on January 4, 1958. On Saturday, September 12, 2020 Roy was called home to be with the Heavenly Father. He attended Jenkins County public school and was a previous employee of the City of Millen with the water works department, later...

Mrs. Janie Mae Sanders Washington

Mrs. Janie Mae Sanders Washington

Sep 2, 2020

Mrs. Janie Mae Sanders Washington was born on January 3, 1943 in Millhaven, Georgia to the late parents of Deacon Matthew Sanders and Sister Hattie Lee Sanders. As she attended Burgess Landrum School and graduated in 1962. On September 2, 2020, Janie Mae departed this life to begin her life with her Heavenly Father. "And it shall be if he...

Mr. John Lee Roberson

Mr. John Lee Roberson

Aug 26, 2020

Mr. John Lee Roberson was born on December 25, 1949 to Rosie Lee Roberson and John Willie Bill in Millen, Georgia. He was educated in the Jenkins county school system, where it was discovered early in his formative years that he suffered with a developmental disorder, which resulted in his classical education being suspended. But despite this disorder, he grew,...

Mr. Keith "Keke" Anthony

Mr. Keith "Keke" Anthony

Aug 25, 2020

Keith "Keke" Anthony was born on August 24, 1974 in Waynesboro, GA to Edwin and Elizabeth Anthony. He attended Jenkins County High School in Millen, Ga and was employed by Metal Industries. Keith was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at Jenkins County Hospital. He was preceded in death by a brother, Timothy Carter....

Ms. Christine Alma R. Roberson

Ms. Christine Alma R. Roberson

Aug 23, 2020

Chris was born on September 6, 1964 to Willie Rogers Roberson and the late Ms. Alma Roberson, Millen, GA. Chris lived all her life in Millen, GA and was very well known and loved by many. Chris leaves behind a husband, Mike Beasley (Waynesboro, GA), four siblings, Runette Griffin (Augusta, GA), Henri Roberson (Anderson, SC), Linda K. Lockhart and Delaine...

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