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Mother Willie Lee Allen - February 23, 1929 - June 19, 2017

Departed: 06/19/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: It is with deepest sympathy that the staff of the C.M. Brown Funeral Home announces the passing of Mother Willie Lee Davis Allen, 88 passed on Monday, June 19, 2017 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Savannah, GA.

Visitation: Friday, June 23, 2017 at the C.M. Brown Funeral Home Chapel, located at 26 Northside St. in Baxley (5:00 – 7:00 PM).

Funeral Service: Saturday, June 24, 2017 at the St. Matthews the Faithful Church, located at 808 Hundreds Rd. in Baxley, Georgia - 11:00 A.M. Mother Willie Lee Allen was born in Appling County, Georgia on February 23, 1929 to the late Vinice Lee Davis and

Oscar Davis, Sr.

She was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Willie D.

Allen. Willie was employed many years as a healthcare worker. She was a faithful member of St. Matthew the Faithful Church, where she served as the church Mother and president of the

Hospitality Committee. On June 19, 2017 God called and Willie answered and was led by His hand into the place in which He prepared for her. God granted her the time to seek, trust and believe there is

eternal life if you just believe. She was preceded in death by her children: Anthony Allen, Keith Allen, Pamela Allen, Phyllis Allen, Gregory Allen,

Zelinda Wallace, Jerry Fletcher, and Mitchell Fletcher. She leaves to cherish her memories ten children: Veronica Williams (Flant) of Baxley, GA, Gwendolyn Allen (Stephen), Patricia Simms (Elliot), Pauline Allen, Barbara Thomas (Carlos), Teresa Allen, Steven Allen (Rosalyn), Michael Allen (Crissy), Charles Allen (Shirley), and Wilbert Reed, all of Philadelphia, PA; Two sisters: Clara Mae Russell of Baxley, GA and Jenethal Burks of Atlanta, GA; one brother: Benjamin Davis of Baxley, GA; three daughters-in-law: Yvonne Allen, Tawanda Allen, and Margaret Fletcher, all of Philadelphia, PA; one son-in-law: Tyrone Wallace of Philadelphia, PA; Special friends: Pearl Gallimore and Lucille Dasher, both of Baxley, GA. She also leaves to cherish her memory fifty-one grandchildren, and a host of great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and

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Rev. George "Bubba" Holmes, Sr. - February 20, 1930 - June 12, 2017

Departed: 06/12/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mr. George Holmes

It is with deepest sympathy that the staff of the C.M. Brown Funeral Home announces the passing of Mr. George Holmes, 87 passed on Monday, June 12, 2017 at the Appling Healthcare Hospital in Baxley, GA. Visitation: Friday, June 16, 2017 at the C.M. Brown Funeral Home Chapel, located at 26 Northside Street, Baxley, Georgia. (5:00 - 7:00 PM) Funeral Service: Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the Rachel Missionary Baptist Church, located at 6407 Highway 144 NE, Baxley,GA. - 11:00 AM

Reverend George “Bubba” Homes, Sr. was born on February 20, 1930 to the parentage of the late Mr. Gibson Holmes, Sr. and Mrs. Beatrice George Walker. He departed this life on June 12, 2017.

He joined Rachel Missionary Baptist Church at an early age and was a faithful member until his health declined. He was licensed and ordained as a minister at Rachel Missionary Baptist Church by the late Reverend D. E. Kelly. He was united in Holy Matrimony to Mrs. Carolyn Holmes for 35 years.

George was a dedicated truck driver for Hazlehurst Mills for many years. He also worked with the Appling County Sheriff’s Department and Road Department.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Standford Isom and March Jeremiah (Chap) Holmes; and brother, Gibson (T. T.) Holmes, Jr.

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Bishop Lucious C. Rogers - July 29, 1940 - June 04, 2017

Departed: 06/04/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Bishop Lucious C. Rogers, 76 of Baxley, GA. passed on Sunday morning, June 4, 2017 at the St. Vincent’s Healthcare in Jacksonville, FL.

Visitation: Friday, June 9, 2017 at the Greater St. Matthews the Faithful Church located at 808 Hundreds Road in Baxley, GA. (5:00 – 7:00 PM).

Funeral Service: Saturday, June 10, 2017 at the 1st Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church located at 70 Pleasant Hill Church Road in Baxley, Georgia - 11:00 A.M.

In lieu of Floral Arrangements the family request monetary donations. Donations can be mailed to: Macedonia Baptist Church % Deacon Jessie Conaway 240 Lake Mayers Road

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Mr. Alvin Vincent Chance - May 31, 1974 - May 15, 2017

Departed: 05/15/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Alvin Vincent Chance departed this life on

May 15, 2017 at his home in Springfield, Georgia. Alvin, who was affectionately known to some as Vint, Vince, Driver, and to many others as Champ, was

born on May 31, 1974 to the late Alvin and Dr.

Vivian Williams Chance. He attended the public schools in Baxley, Georgia and graduated from Appling County Comprehensive High School in 1992. After High School Alvin attended Fort Valley State University and Armstrong University. Early in life, he was baptized in the name of Jesus Christ and was affiliated with Crusaders for Christ and Pentecostal

Holiness Church. On June 14, 2008, he was united in holy matrimony to Ida Hines. He was a dedicated husband who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His favorite pastime was watching and attending college football games, especially Florida State University Seminoles “GO NOLES!” Alvin spent many years as a professional truck driver. This profession afforded him the opportunity to travel across the United States. Later in life, he became a subcontractor with Infinite Possibilities Counseling Services where he served many at-risk youth. This job transition came as no surprise to many because Alvin “Champ” never failed to impart knowledge, encouragement, and reassurance to the younger

generation and whomever had an ear to hear. Alvin “Champ” was full of life. To know him or to be around him was to never know a dull moment. His enduring love and concern for others pushed him into an all familiar trail, blazed by his mother, of becoming a Licensed Insurance Agent for Primerica Financial Services. He was preceded in death by his parents,

Alvin and Dr. Vivian W. Chance. He leaves to cherish his memories a loving wife, Ida Hines-Chance of Springfield, GA; a daughter, Miriam Daniels of Gulf Port, MS; sisters: Regina Chance of Brunswick, GA, Crystal Chance of Wadesboro, NC, Kimberly (Ronald) Rozier, Erica ( James) White, both of Macon, GA, and Lestean McReed of Athens, GA; brothers: Drew Kelly and Norman Kelly, both of Waynesboro, GA, and Derek Jackson of Savannah, GA; Mother-in-law: Linda Gilbert of Cairo, GA; uncles: John E. Williams, Arthur L. (Agnes) Williams, and Quinton (Gwendolyn) Roberson, all of Baxley, GA and Robert Jackson of New Jersey; aunts: Velma Lewis, Dorothy Roberson, Annie D. Williams, and Valarie Ryan, all of Baxley, GA, Alice Frasier of Georgetown, SC, Ruby Wellmaker of Augusta, GA, Dorothy Kelly of Waycross, GA, Lula M. Daughtry of Midville, GA, Mae Carrie (Cleo) Wilkerson of

Ocala, FL and Ruby Anthony of Swainsboro, GA. He also leaves to cherish a host of nieces, nephews,

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Mr. Larry Banks - October 09, 1957 - May 13, 2017

Departed: 05/13/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Larry Banks

It is with deepest sympathy that the staff of the C.M. Brown Funeral Home announces the passing of Mr. Larry Banks passed on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at his residence in Baxley, GA.

Visitation: Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the St. Matthews the Faithful Church located at 808 Hundreds Rd., Baxley (10:00 – 11:00 AM).

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Mr. Steven "Stick" Pearsey - August 24, 1975 - May 11, 2017

Departed: 05/11/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Steven “Stick” Pearsey was born August 24, 1975 to Vernard J. Pearsey, Sr. and Pearlie Mae Hood Pearsey. He

transitioned from this life on May 12, 2017. Steven was preceded in death by his grandparents – Wesley Lumer Pearsey, Johnny Mae Moody, Rooservelt Hood, Sr., Laura Mae Hood; sister – Stacey

Pearsey; niece and nephew –Tyia and Tyon Hunt. Steven leaves to cherish his memory: Loving Parents: Vernard, Sr. and Pearlie Mae Pearsey of Baxley, GA; Brothers: Vernard Pearsey, Jr. and Norris Pearsey, both of Baxley, GA; Sister: Makishi Pearsey of Atlanta, GA; Special Friend: Holly Sellers of Baxley, GA. He also leaves to cherish his memory his four pit bulls, and a host of sorrowing nieces, nephews,

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Mr. Marlon Earl Spearmon - February 03, 1969 - May 08, 2017

Departed: 05/08/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: It is with deepest sympathy that the staff of the C.M. Brown Funeral Home announces the passing of Mr. Marlon Earl Spearmon, 48 passed on Monday, May 8, 2017 at the Meadows Regional Hospital in Vidalia, GA.

Service: Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the Mizpah Missionary Baptist Church, 3553 Piney Bluff Road – Baxley, Georgia - 11:00 A.M.

Marlon Spearmon passed into eternal rest on Monday morning, May 8, 2017. Mr. Spearmon was born Feburary 3, 1969 to the late Thomas and Frances Spearmon. He graduated from Appling County Comprehensive High School in 1987 . Marlon spent many years in Gainesville, GA working at Johnson & Johnson and Makita after graduating from high school. Marlon moved back to Baxley to be closer to his family where he was a jailer and a machinist at a cabinet company. He was a dedicated father who enjoyed spending time with his siblings, children, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren.

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Ms. Lillie Mae Drake Williams - February 05, 1919 - May 04, 2017

Departed: 05/04/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Ms. Lillie Mae Williams

It is with deepest sympathy that the staff of the C.M. Brown Funeral Home announces the passing of Ms. Lillie Mae Williams, 98 passed on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at the Appling County Pavilion in Baxley, GA.

Visitation: Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at the C.M. Brown Funeral Home Chapel, 26 Northside Street. – Baxley, Georgia from 6-8 PM.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at the Thankful New Jersey Missionary Baptist Church, 644 North Main– Baxley, Georgia - 2:00 P.M.

Lillie Mae Williams was born Lillie Mae Drake in Sweetwater Community, GA, Pierce County to the late Jim and Maggie Drake on February 5, 1919. Her parents migrated from the Carolinas in the early 1900’s. She was the second to the youngest of five siblings ( Willie James, Calvin, David, and Minnie and half-brother Sammy Barney.

She attended school in Southeast Georgia. In her early years she worked and lived an adventurous life in Jacksonville, Pompano Beach, Fort Myers and Miami, Florida. She was a traveling woman and eventually moved back to Georgia where she worked at American Cafe and in the community as a professional cook, housekeeper and nanny. She enjoyed cooking, traveling , reading, gardening and sharing wisdom.

She was an active member at First African Baptist Church and an active member of the community. Ms. Lillie made a lasting impression on anyone she came in contact with. There are a host of memories that were made over her 98 years of life.

Ms. Lillie leaves to cherish her memory : Three children, one son and two daughters: Johnny L. Drake(Charlotte) of Baxley, GA, Linda Clark(widow), and Glenda Drake; Four nieces and nephews: Mr. Hew Dorsey of Brunswick, GA, Carrol Drake , Starling Byrd and Gwendolyn Byrd of Baxley, GA; Eight grandchildren: Lenny Drake, Charlene Drake, Johnny Leon Drake, Sabrina Drake, Konkista Austin, Latoya Drake-Drexler, Michael Bray Harris and Shenika Drake and Nine great-grandchildren. Special Friends:

Bessie Conaway,Queen Paulk, Margorette King, Norma Jean Nails and the late Mrs. Bernice Byrd. Order of Service Musical Prelude………………………..Instrumental Processional……………………Pastor Michael Rayner Prayer…………………………………………..Starling Byrd Selection……………………………………….Carletha Wright Scripture Old Testament………….Prophetess Vanessa Gibbs New Testament…………Elder Zipporah Coffie Solo or Selection………………………..Keith Hill(Jr.) Inspirational Poem “The Ingredient”……..Family and Friends Recessional

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District Missionary Malisse Ware Brinson - April 06, 1929 - April 26, 2017

Departed: 04/26/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: District Missionary Malisse W. Brinson District Missionary Malisse W. Brinson, 88 of Baxley, GA. passed on Wednesday, April 26th at the Pavilion in Baxley, GA

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Mr. Robert Lee Fillmore - May 25, 1945 - April 22, 2017

Departed: 04/22/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Robert Fillmore of Metter, GA. passed on Saturday, April 22nd at the Candler County Hospital in Metter, GA

Mr. Fillmore was the brother of the late Ms. Catherine Fillmore Bell and the uncle of Kutonya King, Katrina Foster and Kenneth Barron of Baxley, Georgia. Sisters: Shirley and Patsy. Brothers: Richard and Curly.

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Mrs. Alice Forshia Davis - July 30, 1921 - April 16, 2017

Departed: 04/16/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Alice Forshia Davis Mrs. Alice Forshia Davis, 95 of Baxley, GA. passed on Sunday, April 16th at her residence in Baxley, GA Visitation: Friday, April 21, 2017 at the Thankful New Jersey Baptist Church, 644 North Main St. –

Baxley, Georgia from 5-7 PM.

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 22, 2017 at the Thankful New Jersey Baptist Church, 644 North Main St. – Baxley, Georgia - 11:00 A.M. Funeral Procession will assemble at 383 Hundreds Road on Saturday,

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Mr. Jimmy Lee Norman - May 27, 1950 - April 16, 2017

Departed: 04/16/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Jimmy Lee Norman passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2017, at the Community Hospice House in Vidalia, Georgia. He was born May 27, 1950 to the late James Kennedy and Esther Norman in Abbeville, South Carolina. Jimmy received his education in the

Abbeville School System. He served in the National Guard for many years. He was also employed at J. M. Miles Construction Company in

Baxley until his health began to decline. Jimmy was preceded in death by his wife, Hattie Norman; siblings, Catherine Burton, Andrew Norman, and James Kennedy;

grandson, Malik Green. Jimmy leaves to cherish his memory: Devoted Friend: Latricia Faye Brady of Baxley, GA; His Daughters: Christa Diashelle Tillman of Baxley, GA and Pam Quarles of Greenwood, SC; His Sons: Anthony Norman of Abbeville, SC, Jimmy Norman, Jr., Christopher Norman, both of Baxley, GA, and Charles Jackson of Brunswick, GA; Devoted Sister: Lizzie Mae Sailem of Baxley, GA; Brother-in-law: Charles Burton of Atlanta, GA; Godchildren: Wesley Fountain, Shemeika Byrd and Danille Sharp;

Special Niece: Sebrina Allen. He also leaves to cherish his memory eleven grandchildren, great-grandchildren, special friends ~ Moses and Redd, a host of sorrowing nieces, nephews, other relatives and

friends. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me …all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. “I am tired, so let me rest. I go to life and not to death; I go from sickness and pain, and bid a crying, suffering world Goodbye.”

Memorial Service for Mr. Jimmy Lee Norman will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Per Mr. Norman’s wishes he has been cremated.

Service will be held at the Christ Community Church located at 1585 Hatch Parkway North, Baxley – 2:00 P.M.

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Mrs. Martha Sailem - December 05, 1944 - April 05, 2017

Departed: 04/05/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Martha Jane Sailem was the daughter of the late M. P. Matthews, Sr. and Lucille Matthews. Martha was born in Lincolnton,

Georgia on December 5, 1944. Martha was a member of the St. James AME Church for many years

and served faithfully on the Usher’s Board until her health failed. She loved her children and grandchildren and she never upheld her

sons in any wrongdoing. Her sons stated “she was a mom that was not scared of her children…when she talked everyone listened.” After she gave you a spanking, she would say “run by me” so she

could give you her final part of your punishment. On April 5, 2017 God called and Martha answered and was led by His hand into the place in which He prepared. God granted her the time to seek, trust and believe that there is eternal life if you just

believe. She was preceded in death by her husband: Jessie Sailem, Sr., children: Jackie Sailem and Levertis Sailem, and siblings: Robert

Cullers and Kate Robinson.

She leaves to cherish her memories her Sons: Jessie Sailem, Jr. (Carol) of Dublin, GA, Nathaniel Sailem of Baxley, GA, Wallace Sailem (Shirley) of Birmingham, AL, Roy Sailem of Baxley, GA, Cedric Sailem (Robin) of Baxley, GA, David Sailem of Jacksonville, FL and Tracy Sailem (Lee) of Hazlehurst, GA; Sisters: Geneva Ryals (Gus) of Baxley, GA and Mary Lee Brown of Lincolnton, GA; Brother: M. P. Matthews, Jr. of Baxley, GA; Special Friends: Mae Ellis, Mozella Hall, Maude King, Ruby Lee Rooks, Minister Nettie Smith and Peggy Smith. She also leaves to cherish her memory twenty-eight grandchildren, thirty-nine great-grandchildren and a

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Mrs. Mittie Byrd Dickerson - November 21, 1958 - March 25, 2017

Departed: 03/25/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Funeral Service for Mrs. Mittie Byrd Dickerson will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2017, 11:00 AM at the Rachel Missionary Baptist Church in Baxley, GA.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 31, 2017 at the C.M. Brown Funeral Home, 5:00 - 7:00 PM. Funeral Procession will gather at the funeral home on Saturday morning at 10:15 AM. (26 Northside Street, Baxley)

Burial: Mizpah Church Cemetery.

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Mr. Roland Hayward Rooks - December 29, 1934 - March 19, 2017

Departed: 03/19/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Sunday morning, March 19, 2017, Mr. Roland Hayward Rooks was called to be with his Heavenly Father. Mr. Rooks was born December 29, 1934 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Althia and Henrietta C. Rooks of Appling County, Georgia.

Mr. Rooks attended and graduated from Baxley Training School in Baxley. He married his beloved wife of 60 years, Annie Bea, in December 1956. To this union four children were born, Bettye, Alla Jean, Kenneth and Terry.

He joined Harper Chapel United Methodist Church at an early age, where he served “faithfully and humbly.” He was a Trustee, member of the United Methodist Men, Sunday School, church custodian and served wherever needed. He “loved” the Lord and singing. He was also a member of a gospel singing group.

He loved people and his favorite saying to all was “Beautiful.” Mr. Rooks was employed at Cromer Chevrolet Dealership, Georgia Power Company and First United Methodist Church.

He was preceded in death by his nine siblings – Donald Rooks, Harold Rooks, Carzell Rooks, Thirkield Rooks, Reverend David Rooks, Pernell Rooks, Wilmatene Rooks, Elizabeth Tillman and Althia Cray.

Mr. Roland Rooks loved his family. He leaves to celebrate his legacy of love and devotion to his beloved wife, Annie Bea (who he affectionately called “Mama”); four children: Bettye Rooks-Waters, Alla “Puny” Graves, Kenneth Rooks and Terry “Old Man” Rooks; Sharee, Valencia and Chandra – who he loved as daughters; eight grandchildren: Austin (Chania) Waters, Victor Waters, Marcus (Samantha) Rooks, Victoria (Dexter) Kearney, Kyle Wynn, Malcolm Cray, Myles “Brother” Graves and Kenya “Suddah” Rooks; three great-grandchildren: Aniyla, Caleb and Savannah; one brother: Norman (JoAnn) Rooks; three sisters: Evelyn Isom, Alretta Wooten and Zelene (Reverend Columbus) Burns; three sisters-in-law: Ruby Lee Rooks, Eva Jean Johnson and Willie Mae Rooks. He also leaves to cherish his memory a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

The Family will gather at the home of Ms. Betty Rooks-Waters at 10:15 AM on Saturday morning. Residence is located at 3177 Hatch Parkway North, Baxley, GA.

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Ms. Hazel Terese "Trudy" Williams - August 05, 1962 - February 17, 2017

Departed: 02/17/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Ms. Hazel Williams

It is with deepest sympathy that the staff of the C.M. Brown Funeral Home announces the passing of Ms. Hazel Williams who passed on Friday, February 17, 2017 at the Gwinnett Medical Center in Lawrenceville, GA.

Funeral Service: Saturday, February 25, 2017 at the First Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 70 Pleasant Hill Church Rd. – Baxley, Georgia - 11:00 A.M.

Visitation: Friday, February 24, 2017 at the C.M. Brown Funeral Home - 26 Northside Street - Baxley, GA. from 6-8 PM.

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Mr. Ernest Clemons - April 07, 1948 - January 27, 2017

Departed: 01/27/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Ernest Lee Clemons was born on July 4, 1948 to the late Rufus White and Easter Thomas. He attended and graduated from Appling County High School. He was a faithful employee at Hazlehurst Mills for 36 years. He was affectionately known by his CB name “Kool Hand Luke.” He was loved by

everyone who knew him. Ernest entered into eternal rest leaving all distress behind at the Community Hospice in Vidalia, Georgia

on January 27, 2017. Ernest was proceeded in death by the following relatives: his parents – Rufus White and Easter Thomas; six sisters – Berthola Vann, Clara Mae Jones, Editha Mae Reynolds, May alderman, Ida Shell, Carolyn Austin; five brothers – Ike Rufus White II, Ira Clemons, Earnest Clemons, C. W. White, O. C. White; son – James Wesley Clemons; daughter – Joyce Ann

Clemons. He leaves to cherish his memory five daughters: Virginia (Rudolph) Ferguson of Glenwood, GA, Tracey Clemons, Felicia Clemons, Angela Clemons, all of Baxley, GA and Sherri (William) Bailey of Alamo, GA; three sons: Chris (Natasha) Clemons, Sr. of Baxley, GA, Kendray (Gwen) King and Shunta Clemons, both of Alamo, GA; three close grandchildren: Lereatha Clemons, Thaddus Russell and Johnathan Barnes; one brother: Lenard Thomas of Alma, GA; four sisters: Martha Allen of Killeen, TX, Rena Frazier of Midway, GA, Bertha Hill and Nell (Yarp) Conaway, both of Graham, GA; one sister-in-law: Mary White of Baxley, GA; Twenty-eight grandchildren

and twenty-four great-grandchildren. He is also leaving to cherish many fond memories his beloved host of nieces,

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Ms. LaShonda Denise Jackson - September 23, 1980 - January 24, 2017

Departed: 01/24/2017 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Ms. LaShonda Jackson

Ms. LaShonda Jackson of Baxley passed on Tuesday, January 24th at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. Ms. Jackson’s parents are Clifton and Johnnie Mae Jackson of Baxley, Georgia.

Funeral Service: Saturday, January 28, 2017 at the New Jerusalem Church, 72 MLK Avenue – Baxley, Georgia - 1:00 P.M. Public Viewing: Friday, January 27, 2017 at the C.M. Brown Funeral Home - 26 Northside Street

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Mr. DeWitt Gibbs - March 01, 1931 - January 11, 2017

Departed: 01/11/2017 (Baxley)

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Mr. DeWitt Gibbs of Baxley passed on Wednesday, January 11th at the Appling Healthcare Pavilion.

Memorial Service: Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the Surrency Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 410 Burkett Street – Surrency, Georgia - 1:00 P.M.

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Ms. Lois Hudson - March 26, 1928 - December 04, 2016

Departed: 12/04/2016 (Baxley)

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Ms. Lois Hudson of Baxley passed on Sunday, December 4th at the Appling Healthcare System.

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Mr. Frank Lewis Bell - August 18, 1923 - December 03, 2016

Departed: 12/03/2016 (Baxley)

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Mr. Frank Lewis Bell of Baxley passed on Saturday, December 3rd at the Appling Healthcare System. Visitation: Tuesday, December 6, 2016 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the C.M. Brown Funeral

Home Chapel located at 26 Northside Street - Baxley, Georgia. Funeral Service: Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the New Life Ministries Church, 98 Alfred

Butler Lane – Baxley, Georgia - 2:00 P.M. Burial: Old Field Memorial Gardens Cemetery Family will accept friends at the: Ernest J. Parker Multi-Purpose

Building, 131 Jr. High Drive - Baxley, GA.

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Mother Drissie Mae Howard Williams - November 06, 1921 - November 10, 2016

Departed: 11/10/2016 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Obituary “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” --Revelation 21:4 KJV

Mother Drissie Mae Howard Williams, affectionately known as “Mu” was born on November 6, 1921 to the late Stonewall Jackson Howard and Camilla Floyd Howard in Appling County, GA. On August 8, 1939, she married the late David “Bubba” Williams, Jr. who departed this life on September 2, 1985. She was saved at an early age and became a faithful member of the St. John Church of God In Christ in Baxley, GA. She served as an usher, member of the Kitchen Committee, and was appointed to serve as the Church Mother by the late Elder William Henry Solomon. Her life work was in service with hands and heart to All of God’s Children!

Her hobbies were sewing, quilting, gardening, fishing, canning, baby-sitting, traveling, spending time with family, and of course going to the flea market and giving Godly advice. She also loved baking- especially sweet potato pies and cornbread. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, her parents, Nathan Williams (son), LaShonda Williams (granddaughter), and a great-great-great granddaughter. She leaves to cherish her precious memories her loving children:

Two sons, Donald Williams of Baxley, GA and Dwight (Melissa) Williams of Dothan, AL. Five daughters: Johnola (late Wilbert) Robinson and Earline Collins of Daytona Beach, FL; Christine (Bart) Robinson of Baxley, GA; Margaret Williams of Locust Grove, GA; Sharon (Wilfred) Pace of Orangeburg, SC;

daughter in law, Avis Williams of Kinston, NC; a devoted sister, Mrs. Addie Hunter of Baxley, GA. and a God-daughter, Barbara Jackson of Columbus, GA. Thirty-one Grandchildren, Fifty-one Great-grandchildren, Twenty-seven Great-great-grandchildren, and one great-great-great-grandchild. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving friends.

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Ms. Blondell Hall Goethie - February 13, 1949 - November 08, 2016

Departed: 11/08/2016 (Baxley)

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Dea. Shellie Eugene Cash, Sr. - July 02, 1929 - October 29, 2016

Departed: 10/29/2016 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Shellie Eugene Cash, Sr. was born on July 2, 1929. At an early age, he married the late Margaret E. (James) Cash in 1948 and to this union were born eight children. After Margaret’s untimely death, he married Lora E. (Crosby) Cash in 1964, which added two children to that union.

As a young man, he was ordained as a deacon under the late Rev. D.E. Kelley at Rachel Missionary Baptist Church where he served faithfully until his health failed him. He was an upstanding citizen in the community. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He joined the Baxley Police Department and dedicated 21 years of service. He was later deputized as the first black deputy with the Appling County Sheriff’s Department.

He had a love for his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, talking with his friends on his CB Radio, fishing and hunting and was blessed with one more opportunity to go fishing two weeks before his passing.

God unveiled His master plan and called Shellie home on October 29, 2016.

He was preceded in death by his parents—Ike Cash, Sr. and Blanche Dunham Dixon, son—Stanley Cash, daughter—Sarah Elaine Sharpe, great-grandson—Corey King, Jr., siblings—Idella Miller, Theola Allen, Mildred Climpson, and Ike Cash, Jr. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife: Lora E. Cash of Surrency, GA; loving children: Marge Waters (Elder Robert) of Knoxville, TN, Shellie E. Cash, Jr., Dwight Cash (Kathy), Glenda F. Allen (Pastor Isaiah), all of Surrency, GA, Rubye D. McDew (Thomas) of Hazlehurst, GA, Amos J. Cash (Dorothy), Jackie Miller (Jeff), both of Baxley, GA, and LaSherry Willis (Terry) of Columbus, OH;

Brother: Jerome Cash of Baxley, GA; Son-in-law: Purcell Sharpe of Baxley, GA. Sisters-in-law: Earnestine West (Hubert) of Montezuma, GA, Jean Wilcox (Stanford) of Surrency, GA, Prudence Roberts, Jeanette Hayes (Joe), Rena Nails, all of Baxley, GA, and Annie Thomas (John) of Rochester, NY;

Brothers-in-law: Don James (Veronica) of Atlanta, GA, Rayford James (Vickie) of Warner Robins, GA, Hovis James of Aurora, CO, Edwin Crosby (Luvenia) of Palatka, FL, Jerry Crosby and Allen Crosby, both of Baxley, GA.

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Ernest Mobley - December 07, 1935 - October 17, 2016

Departed: 10/17/2016 (Baxley)

Obituary Preview: Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 1:00 PM.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to service on Saturday, October 29th.

Burial: Old Field Memorial Gardens - Baxley, GA.

On Monday October 17, 2016 Ernest Mobley made the transition from Earth to Glory at his residence in Washington, D.C. Ernest was born on December 7, 1935 in Wayne County, Georgia to the late Volney and Dinah Reddish.

Ernest Mobley was preceded in death by a sister: Ms. Erma Lee Mobley. He attended school in Wayne and Appling County, Georgia. After finishing school, he worked in construction in the early sixties.

He met and married Ernestine Elliott and moved to Washington, D.C. where he worked for a paving construction company and the City of D.C.

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What is an obituary?

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