Byron Lawrence Allen
Mar 6, 2026
Byron Lawrence Allen, affectionately known as "B.A.", was born September 30, 1981, in Buffalo, New York to Larry and Helen (Agurs) Allen.
Byron later made his home in Hazlehurst, Georgia, where he graduated from Jeff Davis High School. In 2009, he earned his Master Cosmetology License and went on to become the proud owner of Designer Tapes Barbershop. Through his work,...
Basil Errington Barnes
Mar 2, 2026
Basil Errington Barnes was born on May 12, 1943, in Hanover Parish, Chester Castle District, Jamaica, to Laura Bowman and Verrisford Richard Barnes. He was preceded in death by his siblings Myrtle (Barnes) Graham, Grace Barnes, Elorine Barnes (Facey), and Patrick Barnes. He is lovingly remembered as “Baba” by his family. Raised by his aunt Rachel Barnes (Leslie), Basil was...
Letha Mae Smith
Feb 28, 2026
Letha Mae Smith was born August 06, 1951 to the late Laura Mae Smith-Johnson in Glennville, GA. She was partly raised by her grandparents until she lost her hearing at the age of 9. She then attended the Georgia School for the Deaf in Cave Springs, GA. While there, she was apart of the Jr. NAD, Y-Club, Science Club, Sidney...
Ada Lee Smith Hill
Feb 28, 2026
Ada Lee Smith Hill was born on May 24, 1949, in Hazlehurst, Georgia, to the late James Smith and Ada Lee Smith. She was a proud member of the Hazlehurst High School graduating class of 1967. Ada was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and aunt.
After many years of faithful employment at Wheeler Correctional Facility, she retired...
Allie Lou Futch
Feb 23, 2026
In God's infinite wisdom, Ms. Allie Lou Futch (Alice Mae) was born August 8, 1956, in Glennville, Georgia. She was born the precious daughter of the late Mr. Edward Futch and Alice Watson-Futch. Allie matriculated her educational studies in the public schools of Tattnall and a proud graduate of Dublin High School.
Having been nurtured in the admonition of Christ, in...
Alfonzo Williams
Feb 18, 2026
Alfonzo Williams, born on February 4, 1952, in Ludowici, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, after a prolonged illness. He was 74 years old.
Alfonzo was a man known for his quiet strength, steady presence, and deep love for his family. His life was rooted in the values he carried from his hometown—hard work, humility, and a generous spirit...
Dennis Dexter Armstrong
Feb 3, 2026
Dennis Dexter Armstrong was born Jully 22, 1957 to parentage of Harold and Catherine Armstrong. He departed this world on February 3, 2026 at East GA Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, Georgia.
At an early age, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and joined the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Tyson, GA under the leadership of Rev....
Jimmy Will Hudson
Feb 2, 2026
On this a special day, February 11, 1938, Jimmy Hudson was born to Wornie Wilcox Cummings and Sammie Hudson in Ludowici, GA. He was the second eldest out of 14 children. In the 1960s, Jimmy relocated to Brooklyn, New York and worked for over 30 years with the New York City District Council of Carpenters. Jimmy loved living in New...
Ilene King
Feb 1, 2026
Mrs. Ilene Hagan King was the beloved daughter of the late Leroy and Edna Hagan. Ilene was an affectionate, dedicated, and hardworking woman who consistently placed the needs of others above her own. Born in Glennville, Georgia, Ilene later moved to Stone Mountain, Georgia, with her devoted husband, James King, and their three children: Evelyn, Brandon, and Michael.
Ilene was a...
Deacon Irving Walker Sr.
Jan 27, 2026
His Life His Journey His Legacy
Irving Walker was born February 14, 1949, in Sylvania, Georgia to the late Rosetta and Albert Walker. He was educated through the Screven County School System...
Deaconess Bobbie Jean Cox
Jan 26, 2026
“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto myself; that where...
Deacon Joe Nails Jr.
Jan 23, 2026
With faith in God’s eternal promise, we announce the transition of our beloved, Deacon Joseph “Joe” Nails Jr., He transitioned from this earthly life to eternal rest on Friday, January 23, 2026. He was surrounded by the comfort of his loved ones at home. Born on July 15, 1938, in Hinesville, GA. He was the cherished son of the late...
Artis Smith
Jan 18, 2026
Mr. Artis Smith was born on July 5, 1952, in Glennville, Georgia, to the late James Henry Smith and Narva Dean Hall Smith. From an early age, Artis and his brother Ronald learned the value of hard work while working on the farm with their grandfather, Tobe Hall. Those lessons stayed with him throughout his life and were reflected in...
Veronica Joyce Porter-Bassi
Jan 16, 2026
Veronica Joyce (Porter) Bassi “Chaka Khan” was born on Tuesday, July 21, 1959, to the late Maderia Kennedy Porter and Julian Bland in New Rochelle, New York. Veronica was born the 3rd of 6 children. She was the loudest and most outgoing one out of the bunch. Veronica was also very nurturing, loving, and helpful to everyone. She loved cooking,...
Rosa Elizabeth Coleman
Jan 16, 2026
Rosa E. “Rose” Coleman was born on December 18, 1933, to John and Sadie Harris in Alston, Georgia. She was the oldest of 10 children. After completing high school, she moved to Miami, where she began a fulfilling career with JCPenney as a bookkeeper, a position she held with pride until her retirement.
As a young adult, Rosa married Harold E....
Mikell Foster Jr.
Jan 9, 2026
Mikell “Mike” Foster, Jr. was a man of quiet strength, integrity, and deep devotion to his family. He passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2026, at the age of 39. Mikell was born on April 8, 1986, to Joan and Mikell Foster, Sr. He grew up in Glennville, GA, where he developed a foundation of faith that lasted a lifetime.
At...
Ms. Odessa Clark
Dec 22, 2025
A Life Well-Lived
Odessa (Rainey) Clark was born on May 14, 1930, in Hazlehurst, GA, to Jonathan and Jalanie Rainey. She walked this earth for 95 years living a glorious and fulfilling life. On December 22, 2025, Odessa entered into eternal rest surrounded by her family.
On January 31, 1970, Odessa entered into holy matrimony with her loving husband, Henry Lee Clark....
Chrisean Alfonso Bernard Hawkins
Dec 20, 2025
Chrisean Alphonso Bernard Hawkins, beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend passed away on December 20, 2025, at the age of 23. Born on July 14, 2002, in Statesboro, Georgia, Chrisean was raised in Glennville, Georgia, during his early years, a place he proudly called home. He later lived in Silver Springs, Maryland, and Savannah, Georgia, during his middle and high...