Mae Ila Todd

Mae Ila Highsmith Todd, 78 of Blackshear, passed away Sunday (October 29, 2017) at her residence following an extended illness.

Born in Brunswick, GA., her parents were Henry Turner Highsmith and Isabell Herrin Highsmith. She was also preceded in death by her son, Henry Parnell Todd; son-in-law, Erwin Varnadore, Sr.; sisters, Naomi Ruth Morgan, Gaynell Sasser, Dawshene Mathie; and the father of her children, Alfred Parnell Todd.

Mae worked many years at the sewing factory as a sewing machine operator. She enjoyed fishing and loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her four daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia Adams (Kelly), of Alabama, Barbara Bowen (Bill), of Waycross, Abby Howell (Stan), of Blackshear, and Amanda Varnadore, of Waycross; 13 grandchildren, Matthew Cox, Mark Cox (Emily), Josh Adams, Rose Chancey (Scott), Bubba Bowen, Olivia Cook (T.J.), Zack Shaw, Amber Aycock (Andrew), Adam Howell, Kristy Sumner (Steve), Brian Howell (Kalee), Shawn Jones (Mary), and Erwin Varnadore, Jr. (Ashley); 23 great grandchildren and one on the way. Also, several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held Thursday evening (November 2, 2017) from 6PM-8PM at Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

A Graveside Service will be held Friday afternoon (November 3, 2017) at 1PM at Knox Cemetery with Pastor Trey Keene officiating.

Family members are asked to meet at the cemetery Friday by 12:30PM.

The family will be receiving friends at the residence of Abby and Stan Howell; 6921 Hacklebarney Rd. Blackshear, GA. They would also like to give a special thanks to the nurses and staff of Heartland Hospice.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Heartland Hospice; 161 N. Macon St. Jesup, GA. 31545.

Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online registry at fryefh.com.