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Nahunta, GA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Nahunta, GA, Brantley County & Surrounding Areas

Vickie Sue Riggins Chesser

Vickie Sue Riggins Chesser

Jul 14, 2017



Raybon – Vickie Sue Riggins Chesser, 64, of Raybon passed away early Friday morning (July 14, 2017) at her daughter’s residence after an extended illness.

Born in Folkston, GA her parents were Clayton P. Riggins & Doris Lewis Riggins Fowler.

Vickie was a registered nurse and a member of Southside Baptist Church. She also loved going to the beach, puzzles,...

Macie Crews Johns

Macie Crews Johns

Jul 10, 2017



Macie Crews Johns, 79 of Nahunta, passed away Monday morning (July 10, 2017) at Hospice of the Golden Isles, in Brunswick, GA.

Born in Hoboken, GA, her parents were Raymond Crews and Estelle Howell Crews. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roscoe Johns; a son, Randy Johns; a sister, Rosie Mae Dubose; and two brothers, Leonard Crews and...

Donna Mae Ellis Albritton

Donna Mae Ellis Albritton

Jul 9, 2017



Hortense – Donna Mae Ellis Albritton, 70, of Hortense passed away Sunday afternoon (July 9, 2017) at Bayview Nursing Home after an extended illness.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

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

Lizzie Leona Hickox

Lizzie Leona Hickox

Jul 9, 2017



Lizzie Leona Martin Hickox, of Hortense, Ga passed away on July 9, 2017, at the age of 61 years.

She was born in Blackshear Ga, on October 21, 1955. She married Roy Lee Hickox on October 25, 1972. She spent her life being a wonderful wife to her husband and a loving mother to their four children.

Lizzie had a kind heart,...

Joseph Dewitt 'Joe Bud' Strickland

Joseph Dewitt 'Joe Bud' Strickland

Jul 8, 2017



Trudie – Joseph Dewitt "Joe Bud" Strickland, 74, of Trudie passed away Saturday evening (July 8, 2017) at his residence after an extended illness.

Born in Jesup, GA his parents were Gilford and Myrtice Arnold Strickland. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Wright; and 2 brothers, Jerald Strickland and James Strickland.

Joseph worked with Brantley County...

Infant Addison Jane Harris

Infant Addison Jane Harris

Jul 4, 2017



Nahunta – Infant Addison Jane Harris of Nahunta passed away Tuesday evening (July 4, 2017) at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah.

Born in Waycross, GA her parents are Justin Harris and Jessica Howell of Nahunta. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, J.C. Harris.

Addison was a little angel who put up a strong fight for the little...

Edith 'Marvine' Lewis Altman

Edith 'Marvine' Lewis Altman

Jul 3, 2017



Waycross-Edith "Marvine" Lewis Altman, 77 of Waycross, passed away Monday morning (July 3, 2017) at her residence following an extended illness.

Born in Nahunta, GA., her parents were Joseph Herbert Lewis and Mary Magdeline Ham Lewis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Altman; her daughter, Alisa Peeples; 3 brothers, Hugh Lewis, Noel Lewis, and Eldon Lewis; 2...

Lottie Grace Turner

Lottie Grace Turner

Jul 2, 2017



Lottie Grace Roberson Turner,94, of Nahunta, passed away early Sunday morning, (July 2, 2017) at Bayview Nursing Home after an extended illness. She was born in Hortense, GA. To the late John H. and Janie Johns Roberson. Mrs. Lottie is also preceded in death by her husband of 69 yrs., Ward Turner, a son, Larry Turner, a daughter, Hilda Groover...

James, J.W. William Harris

James, J.W. William Harris

Jun 27, 2017



James William “J.W.” Harris, 80 of Nahunta, passed away Tuesday night (June 27, 2017) at his residence following an extended illness.

Born in Nahunta, GA., his parents were William Brantley Harris and Mary White Harris. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Franklin Harris.

J.W. served in the United States Air Force and was a member of Southside Baptist Church...

Shirley White Flowers

Shirley White Flowers

Jun 27, 2017



Hortense – Shirley White Flowers, 66 of Hortense, passed away Tuesday morning (June 27, 2017) at Southeast Georgia Health System after a brief illness.

Born in Douglas, GA her parents were Joseph Arel and Evelyn Burch White. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Sheldon Lawrence “Charlie” Flowers; a grandson, Rocky “Lil Man” Flowers, Jr.; and a brother, Gary...

Sarah Baker

Sarah Baker

Jun 26, 2017



Waynesville-Sarah Morris Baker, 62, of Waynesville passed away early Monday morning (June 26, 2017) at her residence after an extended illness.

Born in Brunswick, Ga. Her parents were Peewee Rodenberry and Merna Nelson Roddenberry. She is also preceded by a sister, Gail Underwood.

Sarah was a homemaker and loved her grandbabies and family very much.

Survivors include her husband , Gene Baker; 2...

Patrick Harry Wainright

Patrick Harry Wainright

Jun 24, 2017



Nahunta – Patrick Harry Wainright, 60, of Nahunta passed away Saturday afternoon (June 24, 2017) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick after a brief illness.

Born in Waycross, GA his parents were Perry and Annie Laura O’Neal Wainright. He is also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Andy Stringer and Mike Wainright.

Harry was a machinist who loved working...

Ralph Frank Dial

Ralph Frank Dial

Jun 19, 2017



Ralph Frank Dial, 67 of Hortense passed away Monday (June 19, 2017) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick, GA.

Born in Miami, FL., his parents were Benjamin Hope Dial and Ann Ellen Powers Dial.

Ralph retired from the United States Navy. He worked many years in Maintenance for Federal Reserve Bank. He enjoyed being a dad, fishing, helping people, and...

Bishop Henry Blease Lain

Bishop Henry Blease Lain

Jun 18, 2017



Brunswick- Bishop Henry Blease Lain, Jr., 70 of Brunswick, passed away Sunday morning (June 18, 2017) at his daughter's residence following an extended illness.

Born in Charleston, SC., his parents were Olas Joseph Lain and Betty Lucille Mazzell Lain Hendrix. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Rocky Flowers, Jr.

Mr. Lain had two Doctorate Degrees and two Masters Degrees;...

Loretta Drury Bishop

Loretta Drury Bishop

Jun 17, 2017

Jesup, Ga.Loretta Drury Bishop, 78 of Jesup died Saturday, June 17, 2017 at her residence after an extended illness. The Brantley County native had lived in Wayne County most of her life, was a member of Bethlehem Wesleyan Church, where she was treasurer for 12 years and taught the Sr. Adult Sunday School Class. She enjoyed restaurant management, gardening, growing...

Hayden Foy Lee

Hayden Foy Lee

Jun 10, 2017



Trudie- Hayden Foy Lee, 76, of Trudie passed away early Saturday morning (June 10, 2017) at Altamaha Healthcare in Jesup after an extended illness.

Born in Blackshear, GA his parents were Noah and Inez Dowling Lee. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Glenda Rowell Lee; and also several brothers and sisters.

Hayden retired from the United States...

Roger Dean Thrift

Roger Dean Thrift

Jun 4, 2017



Roger Dean Thrift, 67 of Hoboken, passed away early Sunday morning (June 4, 2017) at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. , following an extended illness.

Born in Jacksonville, FL., his parents were Millard Thrift and Myrtice Sweat Thrift. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Bucky Thrift; and his sister, Frances Hagen.

Roger served in the United States Army during...

Lillian Herrin Batten

Lillian Herrin Batten

Jun 2, 2017



Hickox- Lillian Herrin Batten, 90, of Hickox passed away early Friday morning (June 2, 2017) at Bayview Nursing Home in Nahunta after an extended illness.

Born in Hickox, GA her parents were Ralph M. and Lois Dowling Herrin. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Walter Melton “Bo” Batten.

Lillian was a homemaker and a member...

George Tencza

George Tencza

Jun 1, 2017



Waynesville- George Tencza, 59, of Waynesville passed away Thursday (June 1, 2017) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick after a brief illness.Born in Passaic, NJ his parents were Bruno and Lorraine Mueller Tencza.A visitation will be held Sunday evening (June 4,2017) starting at 6pm at Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.A funeral service will be held at a later date with...

Infant Liam Eric Niece

Infant Liam Eric Niece

May 24, 2017



Waynesville – Infant Liam Eric Niece, 2 weeks old, of Waynesville went to be with the lord Wednesday morning (May 24, 2017) at his residence after a brief illness.

Born in Savannah, GA on May 10, 2017, his parents are Joseph Eric and Emily Comer Niece of Waynesville. He is also survived by his big brother, Toby Grant Niece of Waynesville;...

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