Ella Ruth Herrin, 86
Mrs. Ella Ruth Herrin, 86 of Quitman passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Fellowship Home. Mrs. Herrin was born February 18, 1933 to the late Earnest & Lilly Elma Cooksey. She was a member of Union Baptist Church and enjoyed working in her garden and fishing. Survivors include her daughters, Marilyn (James) Moore of…
Read MoreRobert A. Thomas, (Bobby), 73
Mr. Robert A. Thomas (Bobby), was born on July 21, 1946 to Helen Marie Thomas in Augusta, Georgia. In his thirties, he moved to Quitman, Georgia where he settled and built his life. He was a very gifted landscaper and also loved to fish, socialize with his friends and family and share laughs. He passed away…
Read MoreIrene Sapp, 81
Mrs. Irene Sapp, 81 of Quitman passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at her residence. Mrs. Sapp was born July 8, 1938 to the late Joe Bill Bomnskie and Helen Gurney Bomnskie. She worked as a Teachers Aid with the Brooks County Schools. Mrs. Sapp was a member of Northside Baptist Church and was a faithful servant to…
Read MoreWendell Manning, 75
Mr. Wendell Manning, 75 of Barney passed away Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Southwell Health & Rehabilitation in Adel. He was born September 17, 1944 to the late Johnny Paul Manning and Olene Coleman Manning. Mr. Manning was a farmer all his life and was a member of Barney United Methodist Church. He was a…
Read MoreMarjorie Ann Bentley Singletary, 69
The angels have a sweet, sweet spirit in heaven today. All of Heaven rejoiced when they heard the resounding voice of God saying, “Welcome home my good and faithful child.” On February 5th, 2020, Margie Singletary, loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend passed away at the age of 69 with her husband,…
Read MoreRet. GySgt. Willie Lewis Dixon, 72
Ret. GySgt. Willie Lewis Dixon, son of the late Lewis and Annie Dixon was born October 31, 1947 in Brooks County, Georgia. He graduated from Washington Street High School, Quitman, Georgia in 1966. He married Willie Bell Dixon and to this union, three children were born; Anthony B. Dixon (preceded him in death, Raymond L. Dixon…
Read MoreThe Ark Singers Visit Our Area
Traveling, singing and ministering to the Slavic people – this is the mission of the Ark Singers. This singing group is originally from Donetsk, Ukraine. After Donetsk was invaded by the Russians many have left the city. Some of the group still lives there, while others live in regions of Ukraine outside of the city.…
Read MoreBusiness Spotlight: Stone’s Home Center
By Amanda Manning What is the business called? “It is Stone’s Home Center.” What is your name and your position? “My name is Jamie Hall and I am the manager.” What type of business is this? “It is a retail lumber, hardware and feed store.” When was the business established? “The company was founded in…
Read MorePeggy Ann Warrick, 70
Mrs. Peggy Ann Warrick, 70 of Pavo passed away peacefully at her home in Pavo, GA on Monday, January 27, 2020. Her family and friends held a celebration of her life on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at her daughter’s home in Moultrie. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.purvisfh.com. Maxwell-Purvis Funeral Home…
Read MoreRonald H. Newton, 72
Mr. Ronald Henry Newton departed this life on January 21, 2020. He was born on February 26, 1947 in Brooks County, Georgia to the late Jessie and Helen Hallman. His biological father was Charles L. McKinnon. He was a 1967 graduate of Washington Street High School. Afterwards, he was drafted and served four years in…
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