Carolyn Turner Whitfield, 67
Mrs. Carolyn Turner Whitfield was born on December 1, 1952 in Brooks County Georgia to the late Wallace Turner Sr. and Margaret Presley Turner. She was preceded in death by one brother Nathan Turner and a grandson, Shawn Waters. She departed this life on January 15, 2020. She was a graduate of the Brooks County High School…
Read MoreFerris “Toby” Jackson, 65
Mr. Ferris Leon Jackson, “Toby” was born on January 26, 1953 in Brooks County to the late Mr. Mathis Jackson and Mrs. Marie Linder-Jackson Gray. He was a member of the New Salem Missionary Baptist Church. He departed this life on January 3, 2020 at Brooks County Hospital, after a lengthy illness. Toby was preceded…
Read MoreJustin “Hulk” Hodges, 39
Justin Manual Hodges, “Hulk”, 39 was born October 27, 1980 to Edna Hodges and the late Charlie Thomas. Justin attended school in Brooks County. Justin was a hard worker, a loving and caring man that loved his family and friends. His kids were the world to him. He would help anybody and give his last…
Read MoreDaniel Henry Graham, 76
1943-2020–every dash has a story. Life is more than birth–death. It is what you do in the dash. Daniel Henry Graham, age 76, lived life large. With his robust lead voice, he was welcomed into the great heavenly choir on January 5, 2020. Sadly, a three month diagnosis of pancreatic cancer is way too short…
Read MoreRonald “Ron” Chisholm, 75
Mr. Ronald “Ron” Lee Chisholm, son of the late Lonnie Lee, Jr.and Bernice Chisholm, was born on July 24, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA. He received his education from the public school system of Philadelphia. After graduating in 1963, he entered the United States Army. Upon receiving an honorable discharge in 1966, Ron enrolled in the Community…
Read MoreBusiness Spotlight: Mama’s Moments Photography
By Amanda Manning What is the business called? “Mama’s Moments Photography”. What is your name and your position? “My name is Jennifer Williford and I am the photographer.” When did the business become established? “I began this business in 2008.” What type of business is this? “Photography of families.” Is Brooks County the only county…
Read MorePatricia Ann Smith, 68
Mrs. Patricia Ann Smith was born in Miami, Florida on June 14, 1951 to Edmond Jr. and Missie Parker. Patricia attended the public schools in Broward County, Florida. She was married to Jesse Smith. Patricia attended Ebenezer MB Church and later became a member of New Birth Faith Tabernacle; both in Hallandale Beach, Florida. On December 27,…
Read MoreDerek Cowart, 35
Derek Cowart was born on September 12, 1984, in Thomas County, Georgia. He passed away on December 28, 2019. He graduated from Thomas County Central High School in 2004. He was employed by Archbold Medical Center, Thomasville. Those cherishing his precious memories are his loving parents, Solomon and Debra Cowart, Boston, GA; daughter, Jordan Renee…
Read MoreCoach John B. Strickland, Jr., 53
Coach John Bradley Strickland was the youngest of seven boys and was born on January 12, 1966 in Quitman, Georgia to John Bradley Strickland, Sr. and Lue Ella Strickland. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. He graduated with Honors from Brooks County High School in…
Read MoreRoy Bramblett, 78
Mr. Roy Bramblett, 78, of Barney, Georgia, formerly of the Hill City, died Monday, December 30, 2019 following a heart attack Mr. Bramblett was born May, 22, 1941 in Hill City, GA, son of the late, Russell Weems Bramblett and Mattie Sue Talley Bramblett. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served…
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