Mr. Steve Mathis, 69
Mr. Steve Mathis, 69, of Hazlehurst, died June 5 at his residence. Mr. Mathis was born in Wheeler County to the late Ira Green Mathis and the late Juanita Ora Watson Mathis. Steve was retired from Williams Brothers Trucking and formerly a member of Hazlehurst Church of God. He is preceded in death by his…
Read MoreMrs. Jeanette Taylor Wilcox, 79
Mrs. Jeanette Taylor Wilcox, 79, of Hazlehurst, died June 4 at her residence. Mrs. Wilcox was born July 22, 1940, in Ware County to the late Vera and Clifford Varnadore. She was preceded in death by the love of her life and father of her children, Ronald Taylor and by her first born Donna Taylor…
Read MoreMr. Cadel (Ricky) Harmon, 59
A celebration of life service for Mr. Cadel (Ricky) Harmon, 59, who died May 31, was recently held with the Rev. Henry Josey officiating. Mr. Harmon, the son of the late Emma Lou Harmon and the late Hezzie Fedrick Jr. Two sisters survived him, Mary Johnson (Michael) and Wendy Gail McMillian; five brothers survived him,…
Read MoreMy Class Of 2020 Grandsons — By Tommy Purser
I have two grandsons that are members of the Class of 2020. One at Jeff Davis High School, the other at Georgia Southern University. My high school senior, Braydon Creech, will hopefully enjoy his commencement exercise with his fellow graduates June 19. My college senior, Trey Purser, was honored in a virtual commencement exercise last…
Read MorePeaceful Protest Held
It was billed as a “peaceful protest” through which members of the community could show their support, empathy and desire for justice for Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. Those three names have been spotlighted across the country and throughout the world in recent weeks. Aubrey was shot to death during a citizens’ arrest…
Read MoreWilkinson Seeks Reelection
Julie Copeland Wilkinson this week announced her bid for reelection as Clerk of Superior Court for Jeff Davis County. Julie is the youngest daughter of Steve and Patricia Copeland, and has lived in Jeff Davis County her entire life. She resides in the Altamaha District with her husband, Justin, and their children, Jeb, Jay, and…
Read MoreBuford Runs For Coroner
James W. Buford has announced his candidacy for the position of Jeff Davis County Coroner. He is married to Nina Buford and they have two beautiful daughters, Lisa and Kira, a son, Hunter, and grandson, Christopher. James is presently a paramedic and has been with EMS for over 35 years. Due to the Covid-19 virus,…
Read MoreMr. Andy Bohannon, 41
Mr. Andy Bohannon, 41, of Hazlehurst, died May 29 in an automobile accident. Mr. Bohannon was born June 13, 1978, in Jeff Davis County. He was employed with ABC Logging and a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and the outdoors. He was preceded in death by his…
Read MoreMrs. Joanne Akins Lewis, 64
Mrs. Joanne Akins Lewis, 64, of Hazlehurst, died May 27 at her residence. Joanne was born Aug. 15, 1955, to the late Robert Russell Akins and the late Anna Gertrude Akins. She was formerly employed with Wayne County Board of Education as an English teacher and was a member of the Bridgeford Church of God.…
Read MoreMrs. Ruby Carol Clements Strom, 77
Mrs. Ruby Carol Clements Strom, 77, of McRae, passed peacefully, surrounded by her family, May 28, following a lengthy illness. A graveside service was held May 31 at Telfair Memorial Gardens. A native of Telfair County, Mrs. Strom was the daughter of the late Joseph Pugh Clements and the late Jettie Mae Connell Clements of…
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