Sandra Sharon Hayes, 73
Mrs. Sandra Sharon Hayes, 73 of Quitman passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Archbold Medical Center. Mrs. Hayes was born January 24, 1946 to the late Ralph & Taylor Barker. Survivors include her husband, Willie Edward Hayes, Sr of Quitman; children, Eddie (Jerri) Hayes of Quitman, Ricky (Renee) Hayes of Norman Park, and Renee…
Read MoreVirginia Sapp, 88
Mrs. Virginia Sapp, 88 of Quitman passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family holding her hand. Mrs. Sapp was born March 1, 1931 to the late Abe & Hazel Jones Carmichael. She was a member of Okapilco Baptist Church where she was a choir member, pianist, and organist. Mrs.…
Read MoreJames Gerald Booker, 45
James Gerald Booker was born December 9, 1973 to Earl Booker Sr. and Viola Dunbar Booker. He departed his life on December 3, 2019 in Dixie, Georgia. He received his education in the Brooks County School system. He did farm work and yard work until his health failed him. James was preceded in death by his…
Read MoreBetty J. Jordan George, 77
On June 25, 1942 Henry Jordan Sr. and Mary “Di-A” White Jordan (both deceased) welcomed their first child Betty Jean Jordan into their loving family in Madison County, Florida. She attended the public schools in Brooks County, Georgia, Washington Street High School. She moved to Moore Haven, Florida and graduated from Booker T. Washington High…
Read MoreBusiness Spotlight: Quitman Church of God
By Amanda Manning Many may not feel that our local churches are businesses but they are businesses just not taking the same payment as others. Churches have been in the world for centuries as the House of God and everyone, no matter your background, age, race or gender, the door is always open to you.…
Read MoreTrojans stun Rockmart 41-3
The Trojans made the long trip to Rockmart worthwhile, stunning the top ranked, undefeated, and never challenged Jackets 41-3 in the second round of the AA state playoffs. The Trojans will now travel to Metter and face the 11-1 region 3 champion Tigers. Rockmart blocked a punt on the Trojans opening possession but the BoneCrusher…
Read MoreTrojans advance 35-6 over Metter Tigers
The Trojans advanced to the State AA Semi Finals with a 35-6 win over the Metter Tigers on the road Friday. The game was much closer than the final score as Metter was a formidable opponent. The game got off to an inauspicious start as the Trojans failed to field the opening kickoff and the…
Read MoreBusiness Spotlight: Johnson Grocery #2
By Amanda Manning What is the business called? “We are Johnson Grocery #2.” What is your name and your position? “My name is Bobby Patel and I am currently the owner.” When did the business become established? “This business began in May of 2004.” What type of business is this? “It is a convenience store…
Read MoreBonnie Faye Cochran, 66
Mrs. Bonnie Faye Cochran, 66 of Dixie passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019 at her residence. Mrs. Cochran was born January 6, 1953 to the late Hugh Dean and Inez Striplin McAlpin. Survivors include her daughter, Melissa Barnes of Meigs; grandchildren, Austin Bruce, Madison Bruce, Taylor Bruce, Dallas Cochran, and Missie Barnes; sister, Carolyn (Lavon)…
Read MoreRonnie Culpepper, 54
Mr. Ronnie Culpepper, 54 of Quitman passed away Friday, November 29, 2019 at Archbold Medical Center. Mr. Culpepper was born April 9, 1965 to the late Jack Thornton & Merle Harrell Culpepper. He worked at Quitman Housing Authority in maintenance. Survivors include his brother, John (Jamie) Culpepper, Sr of Quitman; stepbrothers, Sam Culpepper of Fl,…
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