STEPHEN RANDY SIMMONS, age 50, of Eastman, GA, died Thursday, May 16, 2013, at his residence.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, May 18, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Arnold Rye officiating.

Mr. Simmons was a native of Dodge County, a 27 year retired employee of Lithonia Lighting and an avid outdoorsman. He was a member of Zebulon Baptist Church and was a tool & die worker. He was preceded in death by his Father - John F. “Duke” Simmons.

Survivors: Mother – Opaline Fordham Simmons of Eastman; 1 Daughter – Rebecca West of Glenwood; 1 Son – Josh Simmons of Glenwood; 2 Grandsons – Brandon Collins and Macaline Collins; 2 Brothers –Frank Simmons of Sandersville and Greg A. Simmons of Eastman; 4 Aunts – Peggy Harrell (C.W.), Jane English (Horace), Mary Lou Simmons, and Evelyn Joiner; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Simmons residence, 41 Fall Drive, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel thirty minutes prior to services.

MR. JOHN COX “J.C.” ECKLES, age 85, of Eastman, GA, died Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at Coliseum Medical Center in Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Thursday, May 16, at First Baptist Church, with Dr. Jerry Peele officiating with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mr. Eckles was a native of Dodge County, a 1944 graduate of Eastman High School, attended Georgia Military College for 2 years and then joined the U.S. Army serving in WWII and Korea. He served as a Congressional Page in Washington, DC in 1942. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Eastman where he sang in the choir for over 45 years and served as secretary of the Max O’Neal Sunday School Class. Mr. Eckles was a 41 year retired salesman with The Coca-Cola Company. He was the son of the late Ethel Doster Eckles and G.L. Eckles, Sr. He was preceded in death by a Sister – Christine Eckles Coleman and 3 Brothers – G.L. Eckles, Jr., B.J. “Jack” Eckles, Sr., and Abner Eckles.

Survivors: Wife –Valeria Burnham Eckles of Eastman; 2 Daughters –Susan E. Dean (Sonny) of Eastman and Kathy E. Love (Kurt) of Hamilton, MT; 1 Son – John Eckles (Hazel) of Monticello; 1 Sister-In-Law – Ione Eckles of Eastman; 6 Grandchildren – Jay Eckles (Tiffany), Trey Dean (Mindy), Rob Peacock (Jennifer), Cathy Gilmore, Emily Love, and David Love; 4 Great-Grandchildren – Tanner Eckles, Emma Eckles, Ansley Peacock, and Noah Allen; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Eckles residence, 5032 Greenhill Road, Eastman and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Wednesday, May 15.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the First Baptist Church Sanctuary Piano Fund, 5107 Oak Street, Eastman, GA 31023.

MR. MARTIN KELLY SMITH, age 65, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, April 26, 2013, at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Sunday, April 28, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Lewis Harrell, Rev. Gerald Conley and Rev. Jonathan K. Smith officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mr. Smith was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member and deacon of Eastside Baptist Church and a retired electronics tech for Warner Robins AFB. He was son of the late Minnie Sheffield Smith & Talmadge Kelly Smith and was preceded in death by an Infant Son – Martin Smith.

Survivors: Wife – Maxine Fountain Smith of Eastman; Daughter – Lori S. Yeomans of Eastman; Son – Jonathan K. Smith (Shawnda) of Eastman; Sister – Dorothy “Dot” Conley of Eastman; 4 Grandchildren – Tyler Yeomans, Marissa Smith, Gavin Smith and Dana Smith; Uncle – Tommy Sheffield of Eastman; Aunt – Louise Reynolds of Doe Run, GA; Several Cousins also survive.

The family may be contacted at the Smith residence, 747 Soperton Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Saturday, April 27.

MR. W.D. DAVIS, age 80, of Chauncey, GA, died Thursday, April 25, 2013, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, April 27, at Zion Hope Baptist Church, with Mr. Bobby Ryals and Rev. Alvin Lewis officiating, with interment in Zion Hope Cemetery with Brother James Hammock officiating.

Mr. Davis was a native of Dodge County and a member and Deacon of Zion Hope Baptist Church. He was retired from Husqvarna and also a retired farmer. He was the son of the late Lillie Mae Dykes Davis and John Henry Davis. He was preceded in death by his Wife – Helen McCranie Davis; 2 Sisters – Lizzie Mae Powell and Viola Freund; 2 Brothers – Eugene Davis and John Henry Davis, Jr.

Survivors: 1 Son – John Thomas Davis of Douglas; 3 Grandchildren – Chris Davis of Chauncey, Kala Fuller (Dusty) of Eatonton, and Heather Christian (Ryan) of Jesup; 2 Great-Grandchildren – Ashlyn Fuller and Colton Fuller; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Davis residence, Cadillac Lodge Road, Chauncey. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Zion Hope Baptist Church Repair Fund, P.O. Box 25, Chauncey, GA 31011.

MRS. CAROL R. REAVES, age 73, of Rhine, GA, died Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Friday, April 26, at Rhine Baptist Church, with Mr. Bobby Jo Ryals and Rev. Ricky Gilmore officiating, with interment in Bay Springs Cemetery.

Mrs. Reaves was born in Telfair County, an active member of Rhine Baptist Church, a WMU Director, and Sunday School teacher. She was employed many years in the lunchroom of Rhine Elementary and Dodge County Middle School. She was the daughter of the late Eudell Wynn Reaves and George M. Reaves. She was preceded in death by her Husband – William D. “Sonny” Reaves; 2 Sisters – Bessie Lee Hilliard and Mary Etta Hobbs; 3 Brothers – Monroe Reaves, Mason Reaves, and Walter Reaves.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Judy Graham of Bonaire and Lori Rollyson (Steve) of Kathleen; 1 Son – Mike Reaves (Nora Jean) of Eastman; 4 Grandchildren –Jared Reaves, Araina Reaves, Kelly Hitchcock (Heather), and Bryce Graham; 2 Great-Grandchildren – Abigail Hitchcock and Anna Hitchcock; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Reaves residence, 92 Reeves Street, Rhine and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Thursday, April 25.

WILLIAM PERRY PATISAUL, age 54, of Cadwell, GA, died Sunday, April 21, 2013, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, April 23, at Cadwell Baptist Church, with Dr. Al Haywood and Rev. Glynn Cranford officiating with interment in Cadwell City Cemetery.

Perry Patisaul was born in Telfair County and of the Baptist faith. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a maintenance employee with the town of Cadwell and 31 year part owner & operator of J & P White Spot. He was the son of the late Mary Etta Marchman Patisaul and William Johnnie Patisaul.

Survivors: Wife – Marcey Hall Patisaul of Cadwell; 3 Daughters –Maranda Smith (Brad) of Rentz, Belinda Van Norman (Jed), and Chasidy Johnson (Ashley Giles) both of Cadwell; 1 Step-Daughter – Keri Lee (Mark) of Fernandina Beach, FL; 1 Step-Son – Dylan Bryan (Renee) of Cadwell; 2 Sisters – Kim Rozar (Bryan) and Mandy Patisaul both of Cadwell; 7 Grandchildren – Makayla Johnson, Cole Smith, Austin Johnson, Ayden Smith, Jovi Van Norman, Matthew Giles, and Jackson Van Norman; Several Nieces, Nephews, & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Bryan and Kim Rozar, 2736 Railroad Avenue, Cadwell and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Monday, April 22.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to BeTheMatch.org, Be The Match Foundation, 3001 Broadway Street N.E., Suite 601, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1753.

JOHN RYALS “J.R.” YAWN, age 64, of Eastman, GA, died Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, April 20, at Southerland Funeral Chapel with Rev. John Cadwell and Rev. Dan Jones officiating, with interment in Gresston Holiness Cemetery with Minister Quinton Hicks officiating.

Mr. Yawn was a native of Dodge County, a member of the Church of Christ, and a 13 year employee of Wholesale Builders Supply. He was a 20 year Veteran of the US Air Force, a member of the American Legion Post 126, Sons of the Confederate Veterans, and Young Farmers Association. He was preceded in death by his parents Izell Ryals Yawn and Sammy J. Yawn, Sr.

Survivors: Wife – Linda Beck Yawn of Eastman; 2 Daughters – Gwen Yawn and Shawnna Trevino both of Wichata Falls, TX; 2 Brothers – Charles A. Yawn (Vicki) of Jackson, TN and Sammy J. Yawn, Jr. (Patti) of Joilet, IL; 2 Aunts – Mable Hobbs of Cochran and Alice Marrow of Oak Ridge, TN; 2 Brothers-In-Laws – David Beck (Monteen) of Kissemee, FL and Adolph Beck (Sue) of Lakeland, FL; 5 Grandchildren – Braylynn Dawlearn, Gray Dawlearn, Aaron Wininger, Jeremy Garza, and Alec Garza; 1 Great-Grandchild – Kendalyn Garza; Several Nieces, Nephews, & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Robert and Nell Sanders residence, 1073 Ben Giddens Road, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Friday, April 19.

MRS. DONNA LYNN FLANDERS TOMERLIN, age 58, of Chauncey, GA, died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at her residence.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00PM Friday, April 19, in Southerland Funeral Chapel with Dr. Billy Lee officiating.

Mrs. Tomerlin was born in Macon, GA and had resided in Dodge County for over 50 years. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church and a retired LPN for Dodge County Hospital. She was a devoted wife & homemaker, daughter of the late John Fred Flanders and was preceded in death by a Brother – Bobby Flanders.

Survivors: Husband – Bill Tomerlin of Chauncey; Daughter – Sara Beth Webb (Matthew) of Centerville; 3 Step-Daughters – Lori Pilarski of Macon, Tabitha Tomerlin and Melissa Tomerlin both of Eastman; Mother – Emily Strickland Flanders of Chauncey; 2 Brothers – Mike Flanders of Chauncey and Wayne Flanders (Wanda) of Macon; Sister-in-Law – Kay Flanders of Macon; 4 Grandchildren – Rachel Carter, Ivy Payne, Jimmy Mullis and Ashlee Tomerlin; Great-Grandson – Will Carter; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Tomerlin residence, 47 Mitchell Dye Rd., Chauncey, GA, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel one hour prior to services.

MRS. SYLVIA WYNELL ROLAND EVANS, age 75, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, April 12, 2013, at the Coliseum Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Monday, April 15, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Brian Jones officiating and interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mrs. Evans was born in Cochran, a member of Zebulon Baptist Church, and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a 30 year retired Nursing Assistant and worked at Middle Georgia Nursing Home and the Dodge County Hospital where she later served as Dodge County Hospital Pink Lady. She was the daughter of the late Grace Holland Roland and Sam Preston Roland.

Survivors: Husband – Obie Evans of Eastman; Son – Keith Evans (Janice) of Eastman; Sister-In-Law – Montine Willard of Savannah; Granddaughter – Shannon Evans of Eastman; Great-Granddaughter – Addison.

The family may be contacted at the Evans residence, 632 Jim Harp Road, Eastman and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 4:00PM-6:00PM, Sunday, April 14.

MRS. DOROTHY DALTON DUNN LAW, age 86, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, April 12, 2013, at Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00AM Saturday, April 13, at Antioch #1 Cemetery, with Rev. Dwaine Dunn officiating.

Mrs. Law was a native of Dodge County, of the Baptist Faith, and retired from Reeves Brothers, Inc. She was the daughter of the late Etta Pearl Holder Dunn and John Warren Dunn. She was preceded in death by her Husband John Lewis Law and Brother J.P. Dunn.

Survivors: 3 Nieces – Faye Kilgore (Charles) of Watkinsville, Shirley Thompson (Paul) of Eastman, and Elaine Moore of Eastman; Nephew – Rev. Dwaine Dunn (Karen) of Eastman; Several Nieces and Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Thompson residence, 29 24th Avenue, Eastman.

RANDALL SANDERS, age 64, of Eastman, GA, died Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Saturday, April 13, at First Baptist Church, with Dr. Jerry Peele officiating and interment in Orphans Cemetery.

Mr. Sanders was a native of Dodge County, a member of First Baptist Church, and a loving husband, father, and brother. He was a longtime member and treasurer of Dodge County Golf Club, a 34 year retired State of Georgia Department of Revenue Auditor & Agent where he later served as supervisor of the Douglas, GA office. He was the son of the late Mattie Lou “Happy” Sanders-Skipper & E. F. Sanders.

Survivors: Wife – Marilynn L. Sanders of Eastman; Daughter – Jessica Sanders of Statesboro; 2 Brothers – Larry Sanders (Phyllis) of Chester and Scoot Hinson (Lutrell) of Eastman; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Sanders residence, 5505 Forest Lake Road, Eastman and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Friday, April 12.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Samaritans Purse, Operation Christmas Child, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.

MRS. FREDDIE LANGSTON BENNETT, age 91, of Eastman, GA, died Saturday, April 6, 2013, at Fairview Park Hospital, Dublin.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, April 9, at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mrs. Bennett was born in Jackson County, GA, a member of Airline Baptist Church, Gainsville, GA and a loving mother and grandmother. She was retired from Middle Georgia College where she served as a Housing Director for East Lake Dormitory. She was the daughter of the late Ella Allison Langston Gantt & Oscar Langston, widow of Leroy Bennett and was preceded in death by a Son – Danny Bennett, 3 Sisters – Frances Bennett, Alma Stovall & Geneva Langston and 1 Brother – J. B. Langston.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Nancy Wiseman of Bushnell, FL and Lynn B. Thomas (Earl) of Eastman; 2 Sons – Larry Bennett (Deborah) of Chester and Randy Bennett of Eastman; 8 Grandchildren – Dana Brown, Carrie Thomas, Brooke Graham, Tommy Bowers, Christopher Bennett, Lara Bennett, Benji Bennett, and Carmen Cook; 10 Great-Grandchildren; 3 Great-Great-Grandchildren; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Bennett residence, 516 6th Avenue, Eastman and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Monday, April 8.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Camp Good Grief, % Hospice Care Options, 715 Legion Drive, Eastman, GA.

MISS MARY MARGARET ‘’BABA’’ STUDSTILL, age 93, of Milan, GA died Friday, April 5, 2013, in Heart of Georgia Nursing Home, Eastman.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00PM Saturday, April 6, in Studstill Family Cemetery, Telfair County, with Rev. Ricky Gilmore officiating.

Miss Studstill born in Milan GA, was a member of Milan Baptist Church, Owner of Studstill Farms and was daughter of the late Zack Daniel Studstill & Jimmie Clarke Studstill. She was preceded in death by siblings Ramon S. Brophy, Minnie Ruth S. Marchant, Zack D. Studstill, Jr., Betty S. White & Cindy S. Martin; Nephew James R. “Jim” Brophy.

Survivors: Nieces & Nephew- Susan Long (Allen), Gale Dopson (Alex), & Zack Martin (Violet); Several Great-Nieces, Great-Nephews & Cousins also survive.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Allen & Susan Long, 5460 Forest Lake Road, Eastman, and will receive friends at Studstill Cemetery thirty minutes prior to services.

MRS. BETTY LOU HILLIARD YAWN, age 71, of Milan, GA died Monday, March 25, 2013, at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, March 28, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, with Rev. Chuck Taylor and Rev. Bill Jones officiating, with interment in Pleasant Grove Cemetery with Bobby Ryals officiating.

Mrs. Yawn was a native of Rhine, GA, a member and pianist for many years of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. She worked as a LPN at the Telfair County Hospital Operating Room and as an LPN with Dr. W. J. Briggs Family Practice in McRae. She was the daughter of the late Willie Whitehead Hilliard & Jesse James Hilliard. She was preceded in death by her Husband – Samuel “Sambo” Yawn; Son – Marty Tomberlin; Sister –Marjorie Stuckey; Granddaughter – Lindsey Tomberlin.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Felicia Williams (Mike) of China Hill and Samantha Berry (Jamie) of Buford; 2 Sons – Reg Tomberlin (Shelley) of Rhine and Jess Yawn (Brooke) of Eastman; Companion – Oscar Stuckey of Cordele; Niece – Virginia McLendon of McRae; 7 Grandchildren – Michael Williams (Jana), Paula Rogers (Joel), Casey Williams, Austin Williams, Frank Tomberlin, Cade Berry, and Cooper Berry; 5 Great-Granddaughters – Madison, Emma, Joley, Lily, and Sarah Kate; Several Cousins and Extended Family.

The family may be contacted at the Yawn residence, 88 4th Avenue, Milan, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday, March 27.

Serving as Honorary pallbearers are Zack Hilliard, John K. Brown, Williard Yancey, Brook Pittman, Griff Bowen, Clark Williamson, Mitchell Conley, and David Boyd. Serving as Active pallbearers are Lynn Bowen, Clifford Gay, Jeff Gay, Greg Hilliard, Mike Hilliard, Peyton McLendon, and Clint Walker. Sheryl Bearden, Wayne Hilliard, and David Hilliard are musicians for the service.

MRS. MARION LILY SWAIN HILLIARD, age 91, of Rhine, GA died Sunday, March 24, 2013, at Serenity Place Hospice in Dublin.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Wednesday, March 27, at Rhine Baptist Church, with Dr. Kim Conley officiating, with interment in Bay Springs Cemetery.

Mrs. Hilliard, born in Hazlehurst, GA was a member of Rhine Baptist Church. In the early years of her life she completed a course in cosmetology in Atlanta, GA and later decided to stay home and dedicate the remainder of her life to her family. She resided in Arlington, VA from 1964-1968 and returned to Rhine in the early 1970s. She was one of three that formed the Rhine Ladies Club in the early 1980s. She was the daughter of the late Mary Etta Hall Swain and James Madison Swain. She was preceded in death by her Husband –Carey W. Hilliard; 7 Sisters – Nina Sellers, Ethyl Farmer, Mae Floyd, Inez McDonald, Carrie Hall, Irma Martin, and Ruby Swain; Brother – Warren Swain, Sr.

Survivors: Daughter – Kathy H. Taylor of Rhine; 3 Sons –Wayne C. Hilliard (Cindy) of Rhine, Greg W. Hilliard (Ann) of Rhine, Karl M. Hilliard (Rachel) of Eastman; Sister – Carolyn S. Strickland (Jim) of Atlanta; 9 Grandchildren – John Michael Taylor, Victor “Vic” Taylor, Jarrett Hilliard, Keri Coley (Brent), Wil Hilliard, Anna Thornburg (Clinton), Andrew Hilliard, Ivy Hilliard, Macy Hilliard (Peter Barrows); 5 Great-Grandchildren – Sydney, Jalyn, Karson, Dakota, and Charlie; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Hilliard residence, 530 2nd Street, Rhine, and will receive friends in Rhine Baptist Church from 1:30PM-3:00PM Wednesday, March 27.

MR. WILLIE P. “BILLY” SHEPHERD, age 75, of Eastman, GA, died Sunday, March 24, 2013, at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Tuesday, March 26, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Bishop Randy Thompson officiating, with interment in Poplar Springs Cemetery.

Mr. Shepherd was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Cochran, a retired textile worker with Reeves Brothers and worked in construction for over 40 years. He was son of the late Willie Emma Moore Shepherd & Gordon Paul Shepherd and widower of Dora Lee Edge Shepherd. He was preceded in death by a Son – Craig D. Shepherd and 4 Siblings – Wilmer Shepherd, Myrtice Nelson, James Harvey Shepherd and Jimmy George Shepherd.

Survivors: Granddaughter – Cathy Lynne Souza (Scott) of Eastman; Great-Granddaughter – Summer Lynne Souza of Eastman; 2 Step-Sons – Danny M. Edge (Deborah) and John Eric Edge both of Eastman; Daughter-in-Law – Michelle Shepherd of Eastman; 3 Step-Grandchildren – Corrin Longsworth (David) of McDonough, Cari Beasley (Bobby) of Cadwell and Kyle Alex Edge of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; 7 Step-Great-Grandchildren – Hillary, Madison, Jacob, Chase, Hunter, Blake and Clay; 2 Brothers – Edward Eugene Shepherd (Elizabeth) of Macon and Robert “Cotton” Shepherd of Eastman; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Danny Edge residence, 1425 Cochran Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Monday, March 25.

MRS. WILLENE HOWELL CARRIGG , age 70, of Eastman, died Saturday, March 23, 2013, at Georgia Regents University, Augusta.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Monday, March 25, at Cornerstone Church of God, Gresston, with Rev. Johnny Taylor officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mrs. Carrigg was a founding member of Cornerstone Church of God, a homemaker, daughter of the late Susie Strickland Howell & Willie B. Howell and widow of Clifton David Carrigg. She was preceded in death by a Son – Floyd Carrigg and 4 Siblings – Gerald Howell, Judy Mae Howell, Stevie Howell & Gene Howell.

Survivors: Daughter – Angela Catherine Carrigg of Warner Robins; Son – Michael David Carrigg of Eastman; Daughter-in-Law – Diane Carrigg of Jacksonville, FL; 2 Sisters – Susan Chapman (Hank) and Jo Dunn (Terry) both of Eastman; 2 Brothers – Rev. Tony Howell (Jewel) and Mickey Howell (Flo) both of Eastman; 7 Grandchildren – Brad Sobotta, Morgan Sobotta, David Starr, Jr., Alexis Carrigg, Amber Jensen, Erin Bradley and Andy Carrigg; 5 Great-Grandchildren; 4 Sisters-in-Law – Patricia Evans (Rollis) of Williston, SC, Grace Gunnels of Ladson, SC, Lillian Lindsey (Jimmy) of Moncks Corner, SC and Brenda Bell (Willie) of Round Rock, TX; 2 Brothers-in-Law – Leon Carrigg (Patsy) and Leroy Carrigg (Cathy) both of Jacksonville, FL; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Carrigg residence, 455 Wilson-Woodard Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Cornerstone Church of God from 12:30PM-2:00PM Monday, March 25.

MR. WILLIAM FRANKLIN (BILL) LEWIS, age 94, of Eastman, GA, died Thursday, March 21, 2013, at Serenity Hospice in Dublin.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00PM Saturday, March 23, at First Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Anne Gibbons officiating, with interment in Garden of Memories, Tampa, FL.

Mr. Lewis was born in Talladega, Alabama, February 13, 1919. He grew up in Columbus, Georgia and entered the US Army Air Corp in 1940. He served a tour in Alaska prior to the US entry into WWII. During WWII he served in the 8th Air Force in England and flew 57 missions in B-17s. His medals included a Purple Heart, a Bronze Star, and a Distinguished Flying Cross. He later participated in the Berlin Airlift and was assigned to MacDill AFB, in Tampa, Florida. He retired in 1960 and started a second career as a certified Landscape Architect, Agronomist, and Environmental Engineer. During part of this career he served as the head of Roads and Grounds at MacDill AFB where his specialties were golf course design and turf grass.

For the past 17 years he resided in Eastman, Georgia, after living in Tampa since 1950. Mr. Lewis was a long time member of the Tampa Primitive Baptist Church and later became a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Eastman. He was son of the late Lennie Vickers Lewis & Frank Burton Lewis and was predeceased by his wife of 35 years, Mary Nell Brannen Lewis.

Survivors: 1 Daughter – Robynn Holland (Steve) of Locust Grove, GA; 3 Sons – Roger Lewis (Becky) of Valrico, FL, Randall Lewis (Kathy) of Eastman, and Phillip Lewis (Vicki) of Rhine; 8 Grandchildren; 11 Great-Grandchildren.

The family may be contacted at the Randall Lewis residence, 1344 Middle Ground Church Rd., Eastman and will receive friends at First Presbyterian Church from 1:30PM-3:00PM prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, Winston Salem, NC or First Presbyterian Church, Eastman.

MRS. SHIRLEY WRIGHT HAMBRICK-PAUL, age 76, of Byron, GA, died Monday, March 18, 2013, at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, March 20, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Jack Lee officiating, with interment in Plainfield Baptist Church Cemetery on Friday, March 22, at 11:00AM.

Mrs. Hambrick-Paul was born in Dodge County, of the Baptist faith, and was a 20 year retired paraprofessional at Winship Magnet Elementary School in Macon. She enjoyed her time at Pine Gate Retirement Community and was well known as Mama Hambrick from her years at the Bibb Skating Rink. She was daughter of the late Missie Lee Wright and James Bertrue Wright.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Cynthia Roberts (Sonny) and Sheila York (Jeff) both of Byron; Aunt –Dorothy Giddens of Plainfield; 3 Grandchildren – Kristy Hambrick, Justin Smith (Desirea), and Dustin Smith (Allison) all of Byron; Several Cousins also survive.

The family may be contacted at the Roberts residence, 3336 Hwy 41 North, Lot 8, Byron, GA and will receive friends at Southerland Funeral Chapel from 12:30PM-2:00PM Wednesday, March 20.

MR. MITCHELL OLIVER DANIELS, age 71, of Warner Robins, GA, died Monday, March 18, 2013, at his residence.

Memorial services will be held at 7:00PM Thursday, March 21, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Daniel Cook and Mr. Lamar Coleman officiating.

Mr. Daniels was born in Dodge County, of the Baptist faith, and was a member of Cottondale Baptist Church. He was a 22 year veteran of the Army National Guard, a retired 31 year employee of Warner Robins Air Force Base, and served as an accounts payable supervisor at Stuckeys, Inc. He was son of the late Johnnie Bracewell Daniel and Aubrey “Perk” Daniel.

Survivors: Wife – Lynette Wynn Daniels of Warner Robins; 2 Daughters – Angie Gooding (Craig) of Hampton, SC and Nanci Simpson (Wayne) of Kathleen; 1 Son – Anthony Daniels (Christine) of Suffolk, VA; 1 Sister – Diane D. Wilson (Wayne) of Abbeville ; 1 Sister-In-Law – Sharon Irving (Barry) of Holly Springs, GA; 1 Brother-In-Law – Stephen Wynn (Debbie) of Eastman; 7 Grandchildren – Mitchell Daniels, Jr., Jordan Daniels, Will Gooding, Anna Gooding, Nathan Simpson, Hannah Simpson, and Erin Simpson; 2 Nieces – Jennifer Wilson of Abbeville and Ginger Justice of Cincinnati, OH; 5 Nephews – Ian Wynn (Christi) of Eastman, Sean Wynn (Michelle) of Eastman, John Whitley (Lauren) of Woodstock, GA, Jeffery Wilson (Teresa), and Daniel Wilson both of Abbeville.

The family may be contacted at the Daniels residence, 111 Devonshire Road, Warner Robins and will receive friends at Southerland Funeral Chapel from 5:30PM-7:00PM Thursday, March 21.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 2302 Parklake Drive, Suite 210, Atlanta, GA 30345.

REV. LLOYD CHARLES ROBINSON, age 69, of Eastman, GA, died Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at Serenity Place Hospice in Dublin.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Thursday, March 14, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Jerry Peele and Rev. Jack Lee officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, with Rev. Mike Grenade officiating.

Rev. Robinson was born in Atlanta, GA and served as a Baptist Minister for the past 40 years. He was Pastor of Fair Haven Baptist Church for 26 years, Owner & Operator of Charles Robinson Insurance Agency since 1972, past President of the Eastman Lions Club and past President of the Heart Association of Dodge County. He attended Middle Georgia College on a basketball scholarship and received his degree in Theology at Mercer University in 1976. He was the son of the late Agnes Treadaway Robinson and Lloyd Chester Robinson.

Survivors: Wife – Connie Woodard Robinson of Eastman; 3 Sons – Tim Robinson of Chauncey, Brian Robinson of Hawkinsville, and Brad Robinson (Jessica) of Eastman; 1 Sister – Norma Jean R. Cooper of Woodstock; Father-In-Law – J.T. Woodard of Chauncey; 1 Sister-in-Law – Cheryl Walker (Henry) of Plainfield; 2 Brothers-In-Law – John T. Woodard (Brenda) and Danny Woodard (Karen) all of Chauncey; 2 Grandchildren – Clay Robinson and Holli Robinson; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Robinson residence, 5020 Greenwood Street, Eastman, GA, and will receive friends at Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday, March 13.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The Gideons International.

REV. RONNIE CHARLES HUTTOE, age 69, of Chauncey, GA, died Saturday, March 9, 2013, at the Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Monday, March 11, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Jason Williams and Rev. W. R. Skipper officiating, with interment in Ryals Cemetery, with Rev. Mike Grenade officiating.

Rev. Huttoe was a member of Snow Hill Baptist Church, a retired 21 year veteran of the U. S. Navy, where he served two tours in Vietnam, and a retired Baptist Minister and electrician. He was the son of the late Hilda Ward Huttoe & Ballard Huttoe and was preceded in death by a Sister – Jeannie Huttoe & Brother – Chris Huttoe.

Survivors: Wife – Zelda Skipper Huttoe of Chauncey; 2 Daughters – Leslie White (Ron) of Eastman and Dana Huttoe of Eastman; 2 Sons – Juan Huttoe (Mellanie) of Perry and Darren Huttoe (Donna) of Cochran; 2 Sisters – Wanda Hickman (Bobby) of Eastman and Vicki Yawn (Charles) of Jackson, TN; Brother – Wayne Huttoe (Rhonda) of Lawrenceville, GA; 2 Sisters-in-Law – Myrtice Peacock of Chauncey and Willojean Barwick of Goose Creek, SC; 6 Grandchildren – Levi Huttoe (Saraya), Savannah Morris, Zack Roberts, Dylan Roberts, Codie White & Justin Selle; 4 Great-Grandchildren; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Huttoe residence, 2427 GA Hwy 165, Chauncey, GA, and will receive friends at Southerland Funeral Chapel from 5:00PM-7:00PM Sunday, March 10.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Snow Hill Baptist Church, 2561 Snow Hill Rd., Cadwell, GA 31009.

MICHAEL JEFFREY MULLIS , age 43, of Byron, GA, died Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Medical Center of Central Georgia.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, March 10, at Zion Hope Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Daniel Cook officiating.

Mr. Mullis was a 1988 graduate of Mount de Sales Academy, attended Georgia Tech, Macon State College, and was a computer specialist. He was a member of Central Baptist Church in Warner Robins, served in the US Marine Corps, and attended Microsoft training in California. He is preceded in death by his Father – Sidney Fulton Mullis, Paternal Grandparents – Fulton & Vivian Mullis, and Maternal Grandmother – Lucile B. Parker.

Survivors: Son – Julian Mullis of Byron; Mother – Sue Parker Mullis of Byron; Aunt – Terry Collins of Gresston; 2 Uncles – Tim Mullis and Charles R. Mullis (Rosie) all of Cochran; Numerous Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Mullis residence, 111 Carrington Lane, Byron, from 3:00PM-6:00PM Saturday, March 9.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the American Heart Association.

MR. IRVIN LOUIS KUNI, age 83, of Eastman, GA, died Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, March 9, at Antioch #1 Baptist Church with Rev. Myron Parkerson officiating, with interment in Antioch #1 Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Kuni was a member of Antioch #1 Baptist Church, a 23 year retired veteran of the U. S. Marine Corps and served in Vietnam. He was retired from Roydon Ware Inc. and was the son of the late Eleanor Diehl Kuni and Robert Otto Kuni. He was preceded in death by his wife Annie Joyce Kuni, a Granddaughter Tamara Kuni and a Grandson Donald Irvin Kuni.

Survivors: 2 Special Friends – Tonji Lewis and Tyler Wynne both of Eastman; 3 Sons – Charles Emery Kuni of Atlanta, GA, Timothy Donald Wayne Kuni of Eastman and Thomas Franklin Morris Kuni (Margaret) of Goleta, CA; Sister – Wanda Kuni of Columbia, IL; 2 Brothers – Karl E. Kuni and Authur Kuni both of Columbia, IL; 6 Grandchildren – Tammy Dykes, Emery Kuni, Tanya Kuni, Melissa Dykes, Aimee Proietty and Jared Mirchina ; 8 Great-Grandchildren – Donald James, Eric, Mike, Gregory, Dustin, Dayton, Malia and Serena; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Tonji Lewis residence, 62 Maggie Drive, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Friday, March 8.

MRS. LINDA SUE WHIGGUM LOWERY, age 65, of Eastman, GA, died Saturday, March 2, 2013, at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Monday, March 4, at Cottondale Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Evans, Rev. Daniel Cook and Mr. Andrew Whiggum officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mrs. Lowery was a member and former clerk of Cottondale Baptist Church, a former sales associate for Sears, a former bookkeeper for Gold Kist for several years and a retired County Clerk for Dodge County for 18 years. She was the daughter of the late Vernell King Whiggum & William Monroe Whiggum and widow of Farris Lowery. She was preceded in death by a son Russ Lowery and brother David Whiggum.

Survivors: Daughter – Lisa Thompson (Tony) of Chauncey; Granddaughter – Calli Thompson of Chauncey; 2 Sisters – Nancy Steele (Billy) and Patricia Jones (Johnny) both of Eastman; 2 Brothers – Byron Whiggum (Bonnie) of Cochran and Tommy Whiggum (Angie) of Eastman; 2 Aunts – Chalene Cross (Mobley) of Centerville, GA and Viola Yawn of Warner Robins; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Linda Lowery residence, 5507 Creighton Street, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 5:00PM-7:00PM Sunday, March 3.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to Cottondale Baptist Church, 5930 Leitch Street, Eastman, or Hospice Care Options, 715 Legion Drive, Eastman.

DAVID B. DUSSEAU, JR., age 26, of Eastman, GA, died Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at the Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Friday, March 1, at Solid Rock Church of God, with Rev. Tim Hicks and Rev. Matthew Floyd officiating, with interment in Greenlawn Memorial Park, with Rev. Jackie O. Wright officiating.

David was born in Thomasville, GA and moved to Eastman in 1992. He was a member of Solid Rock Church of God and was a loving son, grandson and nephew.

Survivors: Mother – Regina Fry Nestle of Fort Worth, TX; Grandmother – Patricia Bryant of Eastman; Brother – Lee Poppell of Thomasville, GA; 2 Uncles – Michael Fry of Maine and Allan Fry of Toledo, OH; 3 Great-Aunts – Bertha Martin of Wauchula, FL, Martha Martin of Ringgold, GA and Rhodia Frye of Masaryktown, FL; Several Cousins also survive.

The family may be contacted at the Bryant residence, 1723 Dublin Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Solid Rock Church of God one hour prior to services.

MR. JAMES DURHAM PETERSON, age 74, of Rhine, GA, died Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at Dodge County Hospital.

Memorial services will be held at 6:00PM Thursday, February 28, in Southerland Funeral Chapel with Rev. Roy Williams officiating.

Mr. Peterson was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, of the Methodist faith, a retired Carpenter of Residential and Commercial Construction and son of the late Inez Parker Peterson & Ollie Fernando Peterson. He was a Veteran of the US Army and an avid Outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Shelia Wright (Rusty) of Douglas, GA & Sherry Roberts (Gary) of Helena, AL; 2 Sisters – Agnes Wood of Dublin and Gloria Douglas of Cochran; 1 Brother – Lynn Peterson (Rosemary) of McRae; 9 Grandchildren – Gino Matos, Zach Roberts (Lindsey), Gabe Roberts, Rachel Roberts, Matt Thompson (Tiffany), Lana Tillman (Trey), Leila Taft (Andrew), Nikki Davis (Kevin) & Johnathon Wright; 8 Great-Grandchildren – Alexa, Austin, Garrett, Braxton, Kadin, Carson, Dalton & Hunter; Several Nieces & Nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the American Cancer Society.

MRS. ETHEL BOWEN SANFORD, age 91, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, February 22, 2013, at Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Sunday, February 24, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Rhine, with Rev. Tommy Land & Rev. Chuck Taylor officiating, with interment in Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

Mrs. Sanford was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, a homemaker, daughter of the late Lola Jump Bowen & Jim Bowen and widow of Tommy M. Sanford, Sr. She was preceded in death by a Son – Tommy M. Sanford, Jr., Granddaughter – Tiffany Lininger, Great-Grandson – John Marshall Land, 7 Sisters – Edna Mackie, Lizzie Hulette, Claude Hilliard, Ester Spires, Ruby Spires, Randi Hatten & Etta Reeves and 3 Brothers – Richard “Dick” Bowen, George Bowen & Bill Bowen.

Survivors: 5 Daughters – Annelle Spires of Eastman, Rozell Farmer (William) of Eatonton, Faye Wells (Stanley) of Jacksonville, GA, Ethelene Harrelson (Larry) of Lexington, N. C. and Vivian Hutchinson of Milledgeville, GA; 1 Son – Henry Charles Sanford of Rhine; 15 Grandchildren; Several Great-Grandchildren; Several Great-Great-Grandchildren; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family will receive friends in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church one hour prior to services.

MRS. PATRICIA SUE JONES MULLIS, age 65, of Eastman, GA, died Saturday, February 16, 2013 at The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Monday, February 18, at Solid Rock Church of God, with Rev. Tim Hicks and Rev. Myron Parkerson officiating, with interment in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Mrs. Mullis was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Solid Rock Church of God, a retired civil service employee for Robins Air Force Base and a loving Wife, Mother & Grandmother. She was daughter of the late Orrie Teresa Wooten Jones & Jackson Ivory Jones.

Survivors: Husband – Walter F. Mullis of Eastman; 2 Daughters – Sherry Parkerson (Myron) and Celeste Doss (Mark) both of Eastman; 1 Son – Chad Mullis of Warner Robins; Sister – Barbara Brady (Bobby) of Eastman; 4 Grandsons – Alex Denham, Matt Parkerson, Cody Parkerson and Ethan Parkerson; 1 Great-Grandson – Pierce Parkerson; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Mr. & Mrs. Mark Doss, 58 24th Avenue, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 5:00PM-7:00PM Sunday, February 17.

MRS. LYNETTE HARRELL JOHNSON, age 80, of Eastman, GA, died Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, February 16, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Jerry Peele officiating, with interment in Orphans Cemetery.

Mrs. Johnson was a member of First Baptist Church & the Hope Sunday School Class and a retired Financial Advisor for the State of Georgia Teachers Retirement Fund. She received her B. S. in Home Economics from Berry College and achieved her Masters Degree from Georgia State College. She worked as an Elementary School Teacher in Sandy Springs, GA for 3 years. She served as the Home Demonstration agent for Bleckley County before becoming the statewide representative. She served as a Lifeline representative for Dodge County and was a member & former president of the Eastman Pilot Club.

She was daughter of the late Fannie Mae Evans Harrell & Irby Harrell and widow of Allen D. Johnson. She was preceded in death by 2 Sisters- Juanelle H. Parkerson and Mary Edna Cornett and 1 Brother- Jack Harrell.

Survivors: Son – Randy A. Johnson of Eastman; Grandson – Justin A. Johnson (Selena) Adairsville, GA; 2 Great-Grandchildren – Gillian & Ayden; 3 Nieces – Lisa Dixon (Trey) of Swainsboro, Tracy Montague (Harry) of Dallas, GA and Jennifer Childers (Jim) of Villa Rica, GA; 2 Nephews – Sonny Harrell (Lynn) of Swainsboro and Derek Parkerson of Eastman; Several Great-Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Johnson residence, 1215 Wood Valley Drive, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 9:30-11:00AM Saturday, February 16.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Eastman First Baptist Church Building Fund.

MR. CHARLES KENNETH “KEN” SHEFFIELD, age 49, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, February 8, 2013 at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Sunday, February 10, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Arnold Rye officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mr. Sheffield was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, of the Baptist faith, and a retired sheet metal worker for McDonnell Douglas Corporation. He was preceded in death by his parents, Betty Jean Fountain Sheffield & Warren Robert Sheffield.

Survivors: Wife – Kimberley Sharp Sheffield of Eastman; 2 Daughters – Macy Kenzie Sheffield and Peyton Nicole Sheffield both of Eastman; Son – Brett Best (Trista) of Savannah; Sister – Sonya S. Logan (Brian) of Cadwell; Brother – Sean Sheffield (Tammy) of Eastman; Paternal Grandmother – Mary Selph of Butler, GA; Mother & Father-in-Law – Frances & Bruce Mimbs of Dublin; Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Sheffield residence, 277 Wilson Woodard Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel one hour prior to services.

MR. BEN DREW CRAVEY, SR., age 87, of Hawkinsville, GA, died Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Friday, February 8, at First United Methodist Church of Hawkinsville, with Rev. John Walker and Rev. Blake Westbrook officiating, with interment in Mt. Zion Methodist Church Cemetery, Milan.

Mr. Cravey was born in Milan, GA and had resided in Albany, GA for 59 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Albany, GA and served with the Georgia State Patrol for 34 years. After retiring from the state patrol he served in the U. S. Marshall Service for several years and was a member of the Georgia Peace Officers Association. He was a loyal member of the “Quickie” Restaurant Afternoon Bunch. He was the son of the late Aileen Drew Cravey & John Studstill Cravey and was preceded in death by his wife, of 54 years, Myrtice Barron Cravey.

Survivors: Daughter – Bengie Cravey of Albany; Son – Ben Drew Cravey, Jr. (Denise) of Hawkinsville; Special Niece – Derrie Kaye Grinstead (Tommy) of Hawkinsville; 3 Grandchildren – Ben Drew Cravey III (Kelly), Catherine Rae Cravey and John Barron Cravey; One of the recent highlights of Gran Gran’s life, Great-Grandson – Ben Drew Cravey IV; Special Friend – Jeff “Cornbread” Nixon of Hawkinsville; Many Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Ben Cravey, Jr., 535 Columbus Highway, Hawkinsville, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Thursday, February 7.

MRS. HAZEL WEEKS EVANS, age 88, of Macon, GA, formerly of Eastman, died Sunday, February 3, 2013, at the Coliseum Medical Center, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, February 7, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Brother Wayne Lingerfeldt officiating; interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mrs. Evans was a member of The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Macon, a homemaker, daughter of the late Maggie Lowery Weeks & Harrison H. Weeks and widow of John Paul Jones, Sr. and Henry Evans. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers – Miller Weeks, Herman Weeks and Bartow Weeks.

Survivors: 3 Sons – Dr. John Paul Jones, Jr. (Joanne) of Eastman, Dr. Charles H. Evans (Bonnie) of LaGrange and Reggie M. Evans (Neva) of Warner Robins; Brother – Fred Weeks of Lyman, SC; Sister-in-Law – Lucille Lingerfeldt of York, SC; 9 Grandchildren – John Paul Jones, III (Nan), Richard Jones (Dawn), David Jones (Krystal), Joshua Jones, Brent Evans (Kendra), Brad Evans, Bryan Evans (Candace), Josh Evans (Kendra) and Mary Evans; 13 Great-Grandchildren – Michael Jones, Wil Jones (Mollie), Ben Jones, Sophie Jones, Maggie Jones (Nicholas), Lindsey Bradham (Richard), Britnie Pittman, Matthew Jones, Kayci Graham, Wyatt Spivey, Mackenzie Jones, Carter Evans and Cameron Evans; 10 Great-Great-Grandchildren – Cade, Jackson, Claire, Piper, Abby Kate, Trey, Layton, Haylee, Zander and Ansleigh; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the John Paul Jones, Jr. residence, 1415 Milan-Eastman Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday, February 6.

MRS. GRACE MAE FLOYD ATTAWAY, age 89, of Eastman, GA, died Sunday, February 3, 2013, at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday, February 5, at Rock Branch Baptist Church, with Rev. Dan Jones and Rev. Curtis Stracener officiating, with interment in Rock Branch Cemetery with Rev. Billy Vaughn officiating.

Mrs. Attaway, was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Rock Branch Baptist Church, a homemaker and loved flowers, sewing, baking biscuits and cooking for her family. She was daughter of the late Mary Lou Watson Floyd & Steven Floyd and widow of Seaborn Edgar “Ed” Attaway, Sr. She was preceded in death by 1 Sister – Ruby Floyd Davis and 3 Brothers – Wilmer D. Floyd, George E. Floyd and Harlow Brown.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Margarette A. Treadwell (Dale) of Chauncey and Shelby A. Singletary (Ricky) of Eastman; 5 Sons – S. J. Attaway (Carolyn), Benson Attaway (Judy), Steve Attaway (Debra), Keith Attaway (Brenda) and Eddie Attaway (Gail) all of Eastman; Nephew - Reese Dent (Chris) of Orange City, FL; Caregiver – Ashley Fowler; 20 Grandchildren; 35 Great-Grandchildren; 11 Great-Great-Grandchildren; Several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Attaway residence, 4130 W.P.A. Rd, Eastman and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Monday, February 4.

MR. FORREST THOMAS PETTIGREW, age 83, of Eastman, GA, died on January 31, 2013 at the Shamrock Nursing Home in Dublin, GA.

Memorial services will be held at 7:00PM on Wednesday, February 6, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, with Dr. Donnie Sutton officiating.

Mr. Pettigrew formerly of Dallas, TX, was born in Pauls Valley, OK. He was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, a retired Electrical Engineer and Owner/Operator of Pettigrew Consultants, Inc. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and son of the late John Thomas Pettigrew & Nora Katherine Roady Pettigrew. He was preceded in death by 2 Sisters- Emma Jan Pettigrew & Johnie Pettigrew and 3 Brothers- Manual Ray Pettigrew, Donald Roger Pettigrew & Noble Richard Pettigrew.

Survivors: Wife- Kathryn Hickman Smith of Eastman; Daughter- Mary Katherine Kindred (Robert) of Dallas, TX; Son- Forrest Thomas Pettigrew, Jr. (Karen); 3 Sisters- Peggy Pettigrew of Glendale, AZ, Vivian Pettigrew of Augusta, GA and Ruth Pettigrew of Pauls Valley, OK; 3 Grandchildren- Matthew, Sam, and Kimberly.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions to Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1530 Airport Road, Eastman, GA 31023.

MRS. MAVIS LUTRELL THIGPEN HARRELL, age 67, of Chester, GA, died Thursday, January 24, 2013, at Bleckley Memorial Hospital, Cochran.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00PM Saturday, January 26, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Dewayne Bynum officiating, with interment in Pleasant Olive Cemetery, Chester.

Mrs. Harrell was of the Holiness faith, a 28 year retired employee of Lithonia Lighting Company and daughter of the late Artie Faye Sellers Wynn & Nelson Thigpen. She was preceded in death by a Daughter – Melissa Allen, Infant Grandson – Gordon Randall Allen, Sister – Etta Mae Argo and 2 Brothers – Raford Thigpen & Escol Thigpen.

Survivors: Husband – Randall Harrell, Sr. of Chester; 2 Daughters– Angie Mosley (Tracey) of Dublin & Nancy Adams of Jacksonville, GA; Son – Randall Harrell, Jr. (Patsy) of Chester; 4 Sisters – Judy Bean (Jack) of Ailey, GA, Peggy McCoy (John) of Pooler, Dianne Galbreath (David) of Austin, GA and Cathy Bean (Gary) of Ailey, GA; 8 Grandchildren – Megan Register (Kirk), Bridgette Allen (Walt Graham), Nicole Allen (Nick Eberling), Ronnie Mosley, Amber Mosley, Joshua Tidwell, Ashley Brown and Brandy Brown; 5 Great-Grandchildren – Makayla, Ansleigh, Charleigh, Alyssa & Bailey; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Harrell residence, 6946 Chester Hwy., Chester, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Friday, January 25.

JAMES ROBERT HOPWOOD, age 78, of Milan, GA, died Tuesday, January 15, 2013, at the Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Sunday, January 20, in Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Myron Parkerson officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery with Military Honors.

Mr. Hopwood, born in Fillmore, Illinois was of the Baptist Faith. He was a 20 year retired veteran of the U. S. Army and longtime employee at Milan Tractor Company. He was son of the late Fannie Carlock Hopwood and Earl Hopwood and was preceded in death by His Wife - Mary Bumann Hopwood, Daughter - Mickey J. Giddens, Granddaughter - Melissa Jo Palmer, and Sister - June Littleton.

Survivors: 3 Sons – Mike Hopwood (Diane) of Eastman, Kendall J. Hopwood of Sioux City, IA and Robert Earl Hopwood of Milan; Sister - Marilyn Logdston (Wayne) of Collinsville, IL; Brother - Keith Hopwood (Linda) of Springfield, Missouri; Daughter-in-law - Carla Hopwood of Milan; Son-in-law- William Giddens of Eastman; 3 Sisters-in-Law – Louann Glick, Kathleen Limbo and Carlene Garner; 2 Brothers-in-Law – Larry Bumann and Chuck Bumann; 8 Grandchildren - Jesse Hopwood, Jennifer Hopwood, Joline Inoz, Shelby Bennett, Stuart Giddens, Michael Giddens, T.J. Cravey and Joey Cravey; 25 Great-Grandchildren; Several Nieces and Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Hopwood Residence, 2677 Milan-Chauncey Highway, Milan, GA, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Saturday, January 19.

MRS. DORIS JOINER WEEKS, age 84, of Eastman, GA, died Monday, January 14, 2013, at Heart of Georgia Nursing Home, Eastman.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00PM Saturday, January 19, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Eastman, with Mr. Keith Wenger officiating, with private interment in Chauncey City Cemetery.

Mrs. Weeks was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, a homemaker and former co-owner & operator of Eastman Fine Furniture. She was daughter of the late Mary Lizzie Rogers Joiner & Will Joiner, widow of Albert Drexel Weeks and was preceded in death by 7 Siblings – William Joiner, Lillian Garrett, Lee Joiner, R. F. Joiner, Mildred Vaughn, Bobby Joiner and W. D. Joiner.

Survivors: 3 Daughters – Yvonne Ferguson (Buddy) of Chauncey, Marsha Weigl (Phil) of Statesboro and Sheila Spires (Bobby) of Warner Robins; Son – Alan Weeks (Tonia) of Social Circle; Brother – Millard Joiner (Doris) of Eastman; Sister-in-Law – Pauline McCranie of Eastman; 2 Brothers-in-Law – Buford Weeks (Jean) of Macon and Grady Vaughn of Eastman; 9 Grandchildren – April LaFramboise (Richard), Randall Moore, Jr. (Heidi), Tiffany Munoz (Andres), Brett Weigl (Ashley), Jaden Spires, Alana Weeks, Ashton Weeks, Ellyse Weeks and Ethan Weeks; 3 Great-Grandchildren – Olivia LaFramboise, Marlie Moore and Sophia LaFramboise; Numerous Nieces & Nephews.

The family will receive friends at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses one hour prior to services.

MRS. LETHIA JONES MANNING, age 85, of Laredo, TX, formerly of Milan, GA, died Friday, January 11, 2013 at Doctors Hospital of Laredo, TX.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Monday, January 14, at Solid Rock Church of God, with Rev. Tim Hicks officiating, with interment in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Mrs. Manning, was a native of Milan, GA, of the Holiness Faith, a former waitress for Huddle House and a retired grocery sales clerk. She was daughter of the late Sara Edwards Jones & Seaborn Jones and was preceded in death by a Sister – Leola Jones Hayie and 5 Brothers – Seaborn Ernest Jones, Morgan Elbert Jones, Joseph Raymond “Slow Leak” Jones, William Bernard “Mose” Jones and Elton Jackson “Dukes” Jones.

Survivors: Daughter – Marion Ann Simmons Ozelkan of Laredo, TX; Sister – Vivian Faulk of Eastman; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Faulk residence, 5737 Eastman Street, Eastman, and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 6:00PM-8:00PM Sunday, January 13.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the American Heart Association, 3312 Northside Drive, Macon, GA 31210.

MRS. MILDRED BOWEN McRAE, age 76, of Rhine, GA, died Sunday, January 6, 2013, at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Tuesday, January 8, at Rhine Baptist Church, with Rev. Ricky Gilmore and Mr. Gary Ryals officiating, with interment in Bay Springs Cemetery, Rhine.

Mrs. McRae, a native of Dodge County, was a member of Rhine Baptist Church, a retired WRAFB Civil Service Employee and a former Administrative Assistant for the City of Warner Robins. She was daughter of the late Mary Ida Barron Bowen & Horton Alexander “Hoyt” Bowen and was preceded in death by a Son – Philip Daryl “Phil” Ray, Two Sisters – Evelyn Dowdy & Dorothy Nelson and A Brother – Steve Bowen.

Survivors: Daughter – Lisa Burdett (Leighton) of Knoxville, TN; Three Sisters – Linda Collins and Janette Lann, both of Rhine and Sara Jones (Tommy) of Milan; Brother – L. A. Bowen (Wylene) of Abbeville; Sister-in-Law – Betty B. Bowen of Byron; Many Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family will receive friends in Rhine Baptist Church from 2:00PM-3:00PM Tuesday, January 8.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Rhine Baptist Church.

MR. JAMES CLIFTON COLSON, age 77, of Eastman, GA, died Sunday, January 6, 2012 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday, January 8, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Jerry Peele and Rev. Mike Grenade officiating, with interment in Rozar Cemetery, Eastman.

Mr. Colson was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a veteran of the U. S. Air Force, a member and past deacon of First Baptist Church, a member of the Max O’Neal Sunday School Class and a retired I. E. Technician for Robins Air Force Base. He was son of the late Lillian Mae Fordham Colson & Omer C. Colson and was preceded in death by 2 Sisters – Geneva C. Stallings & Hester C. Wright and 1 Brother – Herbert Colson.

Survivors: Wife of 47 years – Virginia Brewer Colson of Eastman; 2 Daughters – Leslie C. Giddens (Todd) of Warner Robins and Becky C. Hilliard (Bruce) of Eastman; Brother – Ben Colson (Edna) of Mt. Olive, NC; 4 Grandchildren – Mollie Giddens, Morgan Giddens, Meghan McCranie and Shane McCranie; Special Pet – Daisy; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Colson residence, 59 B. C. S. Drive, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 10:00AM-11:00AM Tuesday, January 8.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the First Baptist Church Building Fund.

MR. RONALD EDWARD “RONNIE” TYNDALL, age 65, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, January 4, 2013 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Monday, January 7, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Arnold Rye and Rev. Mike Fitzpatrick officiating, with interment in Reedy Springs Cemetery, Cadwell, GA.

Mr. Tyndall was lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Liberty Baptist Church and a former plumber. He was a member of the Peace Corp for 2 years in the late 1960s and enjoyed fishing, hunting and bicycling. He was son of the late Pauline Manning Tyndall & James Cecil Tyndall and was preceded in death by a Brother – Donald Franklin Tyndall.

Survivors: 2 Sisters – Joan Yawn (Raymond) of Eastman and Shirley Green of Carrolton; 2 Brothers – Jerry Tyndall (Kathy) of Dunwoody and Jimmy Tyndall (Jackie) of McDonough; Aunt - Ruby Anthony of Warner Robins; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at residence of Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Yawn, 3942 Cochran Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 10:00AM-11:00AM Monday, January 7.

MRS. PATRICIA ANN FOUNTAIN KNIGHT, age 68, of Eastman, GA, died Thursday, January 3, 2013 at the Coliseum Medical Center, Macon.

Funeral services will be held 2:00PM Sunday, January 6, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Steve Dudley officiating, with interment in Cedar Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cedar Grove.

Mrs. Knight was a native of Wheeler County, a member of Lovely Grove Baptist Church, Eastman, and a retired employee of Rockwell Automations, Dublin. She was daughter of the late Adell Sheffield Fountain & David Washington “Wash” Fountain and was preceded in death by a Son – Gary Tracy Gilder, 2 Twin Baby Grandsons – Benjamin & Bradley Lowery and 2 Brothers – Jimmy Ray Fountain & Sammy Joe Fountain.

Survivors: 3 Daughters – Lynn Gilder of Dublin, Leigh Ann Spivey (Sonny) of East Dublin and Donna Gilbert (Jerry) of Chester; Son – Robbie Gilder (Lynn) of Wrightsville; 2 Sisters – Joyce Elliot of Eatonton and Diane Warren (W. C.) of Alamo; 2 Brothers – Arthur Lee Fountain (Cathy) of Eastman and Earl Fountain (Bertha) of Alamo; 8 Grandchildren – Jennifer Owens (Jason), Ashley Thompson (Jeremy Ballard), Erica Stokes (Brandon), Robbie Gilder, III, Brittany Maddox (Justin), Justin Avery, Matthew Lowery & Brett Spivey; 8 Great-Grandchildren – Ryan, Jayden, Teegin, Jeren, Harley, Lane, Laken & Madison; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Sylvia Fountain residence, 61 W. P. Lowery Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Saturday, January 5.

In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions to the American Lung Association.

MRS JANE IVELYN CADWELL EVANS, age 80, of Eastman, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at her residence in Dodge County.

Funeral Services will be held, Thursday, January 3, at 11:00AM in Antioch #2 Baptist Church, Milan, with Rev. Jack Lee officiating, with interment in Antioch #2 Cemetery.

Mrs. Evans, a native of Dodge County, was a member of Antioch #2 Baptist Church, a retired secretary employed at Dodge County High School for 17 years and formerly with the Dodge County Commissioners office. She was daughter of the late Leila Estelle Jones Cadwell and Dave Cadwell and was preceded in death by her husbands- Charley P. Powell and James H. “Jim” Evans Jr. and 4 brothers- Wilmer Cadwell, John Cadwell, S.C. Cadwell, and David “Buddy” Cadwell.

Survivors include: 2 Sons- Jerry Lewis (Lynn) and David Lewis both of Eastman; 2 Sisters- Laverne Jamieson (Jim) and Janet Ross both of Eastman; 7 Grandchildren- Joey Riner (Tara), Angie Pruett (Steve), Amanda Lewis, Justin Lewis (Brooke), Jordan Lewis, Chelsea Armstrong, and Justin Hardin; 7 Great Grandchildren- Chandler, April, Rusty, Jasmine, Cheyenne, Chase, and Jayse; Several Nieces, Nephews and cousins.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Lewis, 1284 McRae Highway, Eastman and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday, January 2.

MRS. HAZEL LAREE TAYLOR BATTS, age 85, of Eastman, GA, died Monday, December 31, 2012, at Scott Health & Rehab, Adrian, GA.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, January 2, at Lovely Grove Baptist Church, with Rev. Walter Peacock and Rev. Tommy Lowery officiating, with interment in Lovely Grove Cemetery.

Mrs. Batts was a member of Lovely Grove Baptist Church, a homemaker, daughter of the late Alice Asbell Taylor & Rueben Taylor and widow of Vester Batts. She was preceded in death by a Son – Billy Batts, 2 Sisters – Bertha Cook & Florence Poole and a Brother – R. W. Taylor.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Alice Logue (Dillon) of Eatonton and Jackie Atkinson of Eastman; Son – Donnie Poole (Joyce) of Helena; 2 Sisters – Evelyn Skipper (W. R.) of Eastman and Lucille Purvis (Hershal) of Hoboken, GA; Brother – Clinton Taylor (Ruth) of Talbot, TN; 9 Grandchildren – Trey Lowery, Amanda Muncher, Jason Atkinson (Dina), Jeffery Poole, Michele Poole, Leslie Neal (Jamie), Jody Batts (Nina), Henry Batts (Diana) and Landon Batts; 15 Great-Grandchildren; 2 Great-Great-Grandchildren; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family will receive friends in Lovely Grove Baptist Church from 1:00PM-2:00PM Wednesday, January 2.

Serving as pallbearers are Davey Muncher, Dustin Spires, Derrick Muncher, Jeffery Poole, Jody Batts and Henry Batts. Patricia Williams is pianist for the service.

MRS. DAISY HORTENSE HOWARD ROGERS, age 91, of Eastman, GA, died Sunday, December 30, 2012 at Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00PM Monday, December 31, at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Dr. Jerry Peele officiating.

Mrs. Rogers was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of First Baptist Church and the Hope Sunday School Class and a retired LPN for Dr. Harold W. Long. She was daughter of the late Sallie Sheffield Howard & William Henry Howard and widow of Harrell Rogers. She was preceded in death by a Son – Harrell Lynn Rogers and Sister – Nannie Mae Giddens.

Survivors: Sister – Hazel H. Scarborough of Eastman; Nieces – Janis S. Braswell of Snellville; Grand-Nephew – Jeb Braswell of Atlanta; Several Cousins and Extended Family.

The family may be contacted at the Scarborough residence, 436 13th Avenue, Eastman, and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 1:00PM-1:45PM Monday, December 31.

MRS. SELAH SANDERS JESSUP, age 89, passed away on December 26, 2012, due to complications with pneumonia. Selah was born July 24, 1923 in Hawkinsville, GA to Gladys and Samuel Sanders.

Selah graduated from Dodge County High School in 1941. She attended Nursing School in Atlanta, GA. While in Atlanta, Selah and Milton Jessup, also from Eastman, GA, were married. Selah worked as a registered nurse in Atlanta until Milton graduated from Georgia Tech, subsequently moving to Birmingham, AL. In Birmingham, Selah worked as a RN at Baptist Montclair Hospital for 25 years, raising three children as well. She and Milton were married for 63 years until Milton’s passing in 2010. Selah then resided at The Village Assisted Living Home for two years.

Selah enjoyed reading, collecting over 3000 novels. She loved working crossword puzzles and playing scrabble to keep her mind alert. She was an avid bowler for many years and enjoyed her weekly bowling team competitions. Some of her happiest moments were spent at the beach with her family. Selah was a member of the First Baptist Church of Birmingham.

Selah will be remembered with love by her family and friends. She is survived by her: Daughter – Julia Welch (Scott); 2 Sons – Mayor of Riverside, AL – Michael “Rusty” Jessup (Sandra) and Francis M. “Buddy” Jessup (Susan); 5 Grandchildren – Daniel Welch, Joshua Welch (Bethany), Owens Jessup, Francis M. “Rusty” Jessup, IV and Kate Jessup; 1 Great-Grandchild – Harper Welch; Several Nieces and Nephews. Her husband, Dr. Francis M. Jessup, Jr., her parents and her Brother – Thomas Sanders preceded her in death.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00PM Friday, December 28 at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Rev. Tim Brown officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be sent to The Riverside Relief Fund (helping those with special needs), P. O. Box 130, Riverside, AL 35135. The Jessup family would like to thank everyone for their prayers & caring during this time. They rejoice in the fact that their mother is at peace, well and happy with her Savior in Heaven. Kilgore Funeral Home of Pell City assisted the family locally.

MRS. RUTH BURNAM POWELL, age 91, of Rhine, died Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at Crossview Care Center in Pineview, GA.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Friday, December 28, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Charlie Robinson and Rev. Cecil Barton officiating with interment in Fair Haven Cemetery, Rhine, with Dr. Robuck Burch officiating.

Mrs. Powell was a member and former Sunday School Teacher of Fair Haven Baptist Church, a retired Avon Representative, a former Private Nurse and a past Dodge County Hospital Pink Lady. She was daughter of the late Effie Sheffield Burnam & Robert “Bob” Burnam and widow of Harry L. Powell and was preceded in death by a brother Robert W. Burnam Jr.

Survivors: 2 Daughters - Jenelle P. Stone (Donald) of Powells Point, NC and Gloria P. Lewis (Jimmie) of Eastman; Sister - Polly Wells (Earl) of Vienna; Brother - Mac Burnam of Macon; 4 Grandchildren – Donny Stone (Shannon), Brian Stone (Rachel), Angie Peterson and Jerome Peterson (Tammy); 10 Great-Grandchildren.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Mr. & Mrs. Jerome Peterson, 4809 Fair Haven Rd., Rhine, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel one hour before services on Friday, December 28.

MR. MICHAEL ERIC BROOME, age 39, of Midway-Pulaski Community, GA, died Friday, December 21, 2012 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Monday, December 24, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Mr. Stewart Joiner officiating, with interment in Giddens-Harrell Cemetery.

Mr. Broome was a member of Liberty Baptist Church, a former Chatham County Police & DEA Task Force Agent and was currently an employee of United Stone, Eastman.

During his first year of service with the Chatham County Police, he was awarded the Medal of Valor (2000). In 2001 he was awarded the Police Shield. He was Law Enforcement Officer of the Year (2004-2005), received the DEA Savannah Resident Office Outstanding Accomplishment Award (2006-2010), DEA Task Force outstanding contribution to the success of Operation Krackjack (2010) and Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team Certificate of Appreciation Award (2004 & 2005).

Survivors: Parents – Michael Broome and Lynne Stewart Broome of Midway-Pulaski Community; Former Wife – Amber Reed Broome of Savannah; 2 Sons – Michael Ryan Broome and Michael Reed Broome both of Savannah; 2 Sisters – Jody B. Bumgardner (Jeff) of Martinez, GA and Erin B. Waterhouse (Justin) of Warner Robins; 2 Aunts – Mollie Reynolds of Fort Valley and Sue Moon of Warner Robins; 4 Uncles – Mike Stewart (Julie), Frank Stewart both of Midway-Pulaski Community, Arthur Broome of Kite and John Broome of Eastman; 1 Nephew & 3 Nieces – Caleb, Abby, Ella and Ava.

The family may be contacted at the Broome residence, 199 Lightered Knot Rd., Midway-Pulaski Community, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Sunday, December 23.

MRS. JACQULYN LOUISE “JACKIE” MYERS PITTMAN, age 66, of Eastman, died Friday, December 21, 2012 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00PM Sunday, December 23, at Gresston Baptist Church, with Rev. Clyde Evans and Rev. Troy Dykes officiating, with interment in Gresston Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Pittman was born in Hawkinsville, GA, a member of Southside Baptist Church, Cochran, a retired Owner & Operator of Pittman Grocery, Gresston and daughter of the late Lois Hathaway Myers & Gerald C. Myers.

Survivors: Husband of 30 years – Charles M. “Buddy” Pittman of Eastman; Daughter – Tonya Little (Tommy) of Cochran; Step-Daughter – Rhonda Pittman Terry (Donnie) of Eastman; 2 Sons – Regie Jones (Amy) and Randy Jones both of Cochran; Step-Son – Chuck Pittman of Eastman; Sister – Janice Wright (Donald) of Cochran; Brother – Stevie Myers of Cochran; 7 Grandchildren – Brett Nobles, Blake Nobles, Skyler Little, Brooke Little, Hunter Jones, Robert Jones, Josh Terry (Brooke) and Jessi Terry (Will); 2 Great-Grandchildren – Gracie and Kyler; Special Pet – Missy Pittman; Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Pittman residence, 870 Bell Line Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Gresston Baptist Church from 3:00PM-4:00PM Sunday, December 23.

MR. STACEY ORRUS MULLIS, age 41, of Gresston, GA, died Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, December 23, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Dahl McDermitt,Jr. officiating, with interment in Bowers Cemetery, Empire.

Mr. Mullis was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a self employed handyman and son of the late Bose Crosby Mullis. He was preceded in death by a Brother - Winfred C. Mullis.

Survivors: Mother – Lizzie Burnam Mullis of Gresston; Sister – Brenda Guevara (Abel) of Eastman; Brother – Willard Mullis (Theris) of Eastman; 2 Nieces – Susie Mullis and Christian Smith-Mullis; Nephew – Randall Carr; Several Cousins and Friends.

The family may be contacted at the Mullis residence, 380 Wilson-Woodard Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 4:00PM-6:00PM Saturday, December 22.

MRS. LOIS EVELYN DYKES GIDDENS COUEY, age 88, of Eastman, GA, died Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Saturday, December 22, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Cochran, with Bishop Randy K. Thompson and Elder Alvin Arnold officiating, with interment in Giddens-Harrell Cemetery, Eastman.

Mrs. Couey was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, a retired sales clerk for Kmart and a homemaker. She was daughter of the late Annie Mae Ussery Dykes & Jacob Alvin Dykes and widow of Waldo B. “Pete” Giddens & Ollie C. “Bud” Couey. She was preceded in death by a Brother – G. W. Dykes, Sister-in-Law – Lillian Dykes and Son-in-Law – Wilmer B. Latham.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Peggy Latham of Eastman and Tracie O. Couey of Macon; 6 Grandchildren – Chaz Rowe (Crystal), Ronnie Robertson (Jennifer), Wendi Robertson Fulwood (Stan), Mitchell Latham (Susanne), Kady Rowe and Jayda Bryant; 6 Great-Grandchildren – Clayton Cooper (Ricki), Kyle Cooper, Jacob Cooper (Nohelly), Peyton Latham, Robbie Robertson (Sandy) and Winter Rowe; 5 Great-Great-Grandchildren – Chloee, Sissy, Wylder, Kylie and Penelope; Niece – Terri Cochran (Larry).

The family may be contacted at the Couey residence, 1593 Bell Line Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints from 2:00PM-3:00PM Saturday, December 22.

MR. JAMES ROYCE “BABY” SHEFFIELD, age 67, of Eastman, GA, died Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, December 22, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Donnie Sutton and Mr. Ray Pritchett officiating, with interment in Lovely Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Sheffield was a native of Dodge County, of the Baptist Faith, Owner & Operator of Sheffield Trucking and the number one fan of Morgan Sheffield Racing. He was son of the late Rosa May Sheffield & General Elidge Sheffield and was preceded in death by 6 Brothers – G. E. (Jr.) Sheffield, Donald Sheffield, Monroe Sheffield, Odell Sheffield, R. C. Sheffield & Lewis Sheffield and 3 Sisters – Nonie Kent, Adell Pruett & Lois Smith.

Survivors: Wife – Shirley Purvis Sheffield of Eastman; Son – Danny Sheffield (Denise) of Eastman; Special Chosen Son - Gary Sykes of Eastman; 2 Grandchildren – Danielle Sheffield and Morgan Sheffield both of Eastman; Sister – Faye S. Jessup of Eastman; Sister-in-Law – Joyce Sheffield of Eastman; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Sheffield residence, 1127 Soperton Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Friday, December 21.

MR. ROBERT MAC PRUETT, age 78, of Eastman, GA, died Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at Candler County Hospital, Metter, GA.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Friday, December 21, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Robert Ferrell, Mr. Hu Daughtry and Mr. Mike Pruett officiating, with interment in El Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Pruett was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of El Bethel Baptist Church, a 1951 Graduate of Chauncey High School, achieved his Ford Mechanic Certification from Clarksville, GA and was a retired mechanic for the Dodge County Bus Shop. He was son of the late Alice Pitts Pruett & Robert Morrison Pruett and was preceded in death by a Brother-in-Law – Hubert Daughtry.

Survivors: Sister – Marlene P. Daughtry of Metter; Niece – Dr. Susan Ferrell (Robert) and Hu Daughtry (Susan) both of Metter; Grand-Niece – Sierra Daughtry; 2 Grand-Nephews – Robert Morrison “Raef” Ferrell and Ridge Daughtry Ferrell; Several Cousins and Extended Family.

The family will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 6:00PM-8:00PM Thursday, December 20.

MRS. ANNIE LOU BARNETT JESSUP, age 84, of Eastman, died Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at Dogwood Gardens, Eastman.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Thursday, December 20, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Tim Tanner and Rev. Chris Dotson officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery with Dr. Rick Mitchell officiating.

Mrs. Jessup was a member of Grace Baptist Church and formerly an active member of Lovely Grove Baptist Church. She was a Director and Banking Officer of Magnolia Bankshares Inc. and the Bank of Eastman. She was the first female Bank Director in Dodge County, a former Hospital Authority Board Member, past member of Eastman-Dodge County Chamber of Commerce, former Board Member of the Senior Citizens Center and a board of directors member for the Relay of Life.

Mrs. Jessup was 1946 graduate of Eastman High School and a graduate of Crandelle Business College. She received the 1974-1975 Dodge County Unit of the American Cancer Society Appreciation Award, the 1976 American Cancer Society Georgia Division Citation for Excellance and the 1993 Dodge County Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Citizen Award.

She was daughter of the late Joe Annie Mullis Barnett Moore & Rema Lou Barnett and widow of John F. Jessup, Jr. She was preceded in death by 4 Brothers – Rudolph Barnett, Albert Barnett, Sr., J. C. Barnett & Grady Ross Barnett and Special Friend – Clinton Kight.

Survivors: Daughter – Jolene J. Carroll (Clark) of Eastman; Son – John L. Jessup (Carla) of Eastman; 5 Grandchildren –William J. Carroll, Callen Ann Carroll, Brooke Wright (Steve), Brianna Jessup and John Barclay Jessup; 1 Great-Grandson – Gavin Wright; Sister – Donna Walker (Cleslie) of Eastman; Sister-in-Law – Marilyn Barnett of Eastman; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Mr. & Mrs. John L. Jessup residence, 417 Rocky Springs Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday, December 19.

MR. YOUNG ALLISON COWART, age 89, of Snellville, GA formerly of Eastman, GA, died Monday, December 17, 2012 at Gwinnett Medical Center, Lawrenceville, GA.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Thursday, December 20, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Jerry Peele officiating, with interment in Unity Baptist Church Cemetery, Alma, GA.

Mr. Cowart was a member of Eastman First Baptist Church, where he served many years in the choir and a retired civil engineer for the Georgia Department of Transportation. He was son of the late Irvina Rawlins Cowart & Rev. James Allison Cowart and widower of Carolyn Justine Medders Cowart. He was preceded in death by 4 Sisters – Leonis C. Hulett, Monterie C. Brewer, Sara Wylene Jones & Faye Katherine DeBary and 4 Brothers – W. Correll Cowart, E. J. Cowart, J. Eugene Cowart and L. Kenyon Cowart.

Survivors: Daughter – Laura C. Roberds (Chris) of Lawrenceville; 2 Sons – Tod J. Cowart (Susan) of Warner Robins and Timothy Y. Cowart (Kathy) of Snellville; 2 Brothers – Roy N. Cowart (Beverly) of Warner Robins and Rev. Hal M. Cowart (Becky) of Tucson, AZ; 6 Grandchildren – Kelley C. Cowart, Timothy Y. (T. Y.) Cowart, Jr., Charles J. (C. J.) Cowart, James Linwood Roberds, Caroline D. Cowart and Will J. Cowart; 3 Great-Grandchildren – Savanna, Bryce and Camden; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday, December 19.

In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions to the Eastman First Baptist Church Building Fund.

Honorary pallbearers are Bill Cowart, Craig Cowart, Doug Cowart, Dan McCranie and Wendell Graham. Andrea McCranie is pianist for the service.

MR. JAMES FRANKLIN LOYD, SR., age 78, of Eastman, GA, died Thursday, December 13, 2012 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, December 16, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Jerry Peele officiating, with interment in Orphans Cemetery.

Mr. Loyd was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a veteran of the U. S. Navy, a member of Eastman First Baptist Church, former General Manager of Dodge County Motor Company and a retired Owner & Operator of Loyd’s Chrysler, Dodge & Jeep Inc. He was the son of the late Stella Rebecca Jones Loyd & Jack Loyd and was preceded in death by a Sister – Louise L. Pinnell.

Survivors: Wife of 58 years – Montine Manning Loyd of Eastman; Son – Frankie Loyd (Jan) of Eastman; Sister – Charlotte Mercer of Conyers; Brother-in-Law – Gerald Manning (Joan) of Eastman; 3 Grandchildren – Jana Owen (Josh), Jenica Sheffield (Jamie) and Jamie Loyd; 4 Great-Granddaughters – Jaylin Sheffield, Jessa Sheffield, Jaley Owen & Jacey Owen; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Frankie & Jan Loyd residence, 702 Dublin Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Saturday, December 15.

In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions to Eastman First Baptist Church Building Fund.

MR. RAYMOND WADE JOHNSON, SR., age 69, of Eastman, GA, died Saturday, December 8, 2012 at his residence.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mr. Johnson was a member of Midway Baptist Church, a retired farmer for Herbert Simmons Farm and son of the late Noella Brady Johnson & Bert Johnson. He was preceded in death by his Wife of 44 years - Mary Magdalene Harrell Johnson and a Brother – Earl Johnson.

Survivors: Daughter – Beckey Maddox (Stevie) of Cochran; Son – Raymond Wade Johnson, Jr. (Ginger) of Eastman; 5 Sisters – Betty White, Susie Johnson and Joanne Johnson all of Chester, Joan Evans and Imagene Evans both of Rentz; 6 Brothers – Doyle Johnson and Bobby Johnson both of Chester, Robert Johnson of Eastman, Larry Johnson of Hawkinsville, Ronnie Johnson (Marie) of Eastman and Lynn Johnson of Chester; 3 Grandchildren – Trey Johnson, Tyler Nicole Johnson and Amber Danielle Strahan (Scott); Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Johnson residence, 208 Studstill Rd, Eastman.

MR. WAYNE STOCK EDGE, age 71, of Eastman, GA, died Saturday, December 8, 2012 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM Monday, December 10, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Daniel Cook officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Memorial Park, Orlando, FL.

Mr. Edge was a native of Dodge County, a veteran of the U. S. Army, attended Cottondale Baptist Church, a retired owner & operator of Edge Plaster & Stucco Inc., Orlando, FL and an avid golfer & former union leader. He was a loving Father, Husband and Grandfather, son of the late Ruth Milner Edge & James Wilburn Edge and widower of Carol Shedd Edge. He was preceded in death by 2 Brothers – James W. Edge, Jr. and Avery Edge and a Sister – Sue E. Sullivan.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Becky Butsko (Bill) of Ocoee, FL and Justine Harrison (John) of Winter Park, FL; 2 Grandchildren – Tanner Butsko of Ocoee, FL and Brett Harris of Orlando, FL; 4 Sisters – Mildred “Tootsie” Calhoun of Orlando, FL, Carole Elaine Martin (Tommy) of Barwick, GA, Janice Driggers (Eddie) of Eastman and Lynn Reagan (Walter) of Warner Robins; 2 Sisters-in-Law – Bea Edge of Eastman and Jean Boles of Madison, GA; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Mr. & Mrs. Eddie Driggers, 5206 Oak Street, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 9:00AM-10:00AM Monday, December 9.

MS. STUART ANNE STUCKEY, age 52, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, December 7, 2012 at her residence.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00PM Monday, December 10, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Wayne McDaniel officiating.

Stuart was born in Atlanta but her home and heart were in Eastman. She attended St. Mark Catholic Church. As a devoted mother and homemaker, she was most happy with her sons and a house full of her friends. A founding member of the Dodge Arts Guild, she was instrumental in the restoration of the Magnolia Theater. She devoted her time to gourmet cooking, catering and caring for her beloved cats and dogs. Her home and heart were always open to all and she was happiest when she was helping others.

She was the daughter of W. S. Stuckey, Jr. (Ethelyn) of Washington, DC, and the late Anne Armstead Stuckey Elliott of Augusta. Her paternal grandparents were Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Stuckey of Eastman and her maternal grandparents were the late Mr. and Mrs. Austin Armstead.

In addition to her father and step-mother, she is survived by her Sons - James Austin Putnam and Williamson E. Putnam, both of Eastman; Step-Father - Herbert Elliott (Carson) of Augusta; Sisters - Corinne Elliott of Jackson, WY, Adrienne Eischeid of Mount Pleasant, SC and Stephanie Stuckey-Benefield (Robert) of Decatur; Brothers - W. S. Stuckey, III (Catherine) of Augusta, Scott Stuckey (Kristina) of Atlanta and Jay Gould Stuckey of Los Angeles, CA; Several Aunts - including Linda Franklin (Dean) of Eastman, several Uncles including a Great-Uncle - W. Frank Stuckey (Ann) of Eastman, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and a host of friends.

The family may be contacted at the Stuckey Residence, 537 College St., Eastman. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the W. S. and Ethel Stuckey Charitable Foundation, P. O. Box 577, Eastman, GA 31023.

MR. JUSTIN JAMES BRACEWELL, age 96, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, December 7, 2012 at Fairview Park Hospital, Dublin.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM Sunday, December 9, at First Baptist Church, with Dr. Jerry Peele officiating, with interment in Orphans Cemetery.

Mr. Bracewell was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Eastman First Baptist Church, where he was a member of the Max O’Neal Sunday School Class, was active in mission trips and an ordained deacon. He was a retired textile supervisor for the Eastman Cotton Mill, son of the late Eudell Branan Bracewell & James Echols Bracewell and was preceded in death by his first Wife of 42 years and the mother of his sons – Hylah Walker Bracewell, Sister – Bertie Bracewell Davis and Brother – Walter Bracewell.

Survivors: Wife of 36 years – Mary Jean Martin Bracewell of Eastman; 3 Sons – Ronald Bracewell (Betty) of Cochran, Robert Bracewell (Betty) of Atlanta and Leslie Bracewell (Ann) of Eastman; 6 Grandchildren – Ronald Bracewell, Jr. (Susan), Pam Pilcher (Reggie), Ellen Jones (Danny), Craig Bracewell (Beth), Bob Bracewell (Caroline) and Ted Bracewell; 7 Great-Grandchildren – Taylor, Andy, Jake, Morgan, Mallory, Jenna and Hailey; Several Nieces and Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Mr. & Mrs. Leslie Bracewell residence, 2509 Orphans Cemetery Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in First Baptist Church from 1:30PM-2:45PM Sunday, December 9.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Eastman First Baptist Church Building Fund, 5107 Oak Street, Eastman, GA 31023.

MRS. ALICE JOINER RAWLINS-BRASWELL, age 89, of Eastman, GA, died Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at Dodge County Hospital.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00PM Friday, December 7, at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Rev. Daniel Cook and Rev. Chris Dotson officiating.

Mrs. Rawlins-Braswell was a native of Dodge County, a member of Grace Baptist Church, a retired seamstress for S & J Shirt Factory and daughter of the late Alice Howard Joiner & Levi “Boy” Joiner. She was preceded in death by 2 Husbands – Avery Wilton “Bill” Rawlins & John Quincy Braswell, Daughter – Barbara Ann Rawlins Jones, Grandson – Ashley Garner, 6 Siblings – Lessie J. Smith, Mose Joiner, Allen Joiner, Minnie Wright, Macy Giddens & Audrey Selph and 2 Infants.

Survivors: Daughter – Billie R. Garner (Ed) of Eastman; Son-in-Law – Malcolm Jones of Mableton, GA; 6 Grandchildren – Wes Sun (Andrea) of Decula, GA, Kristi Sun Hall (Jeff) of Jefferson, GA, Mark Jones (Cassandra), Cindy Lott (Dell) both of Mableton, GA, Charles Garner and Brian Garner both of Atlanta; Granddaughter-in-Law – Shari Garner of Gulf Shores, AL; 4 Great-Grandchildren – Kai Sun, Micah Sun, Brady Sun and Emmie Garner; Several Nieces and Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Garner residence, 355 Tom West Rd, Eastman, and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 1:30PM-2:45PM Friday, December 7. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to donors favorite charity or to Hospice Care Options, 715 Legion Drive Eastman, GA 31023.

MRS. BETTY JEAN PITTS SANDERS, age 77, of Chauncey, GA, died Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at The Medical Center of Central Georgia.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM Thursday, December 6, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Royce Vaughn officiating, with interment in New Union Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Sanders was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Chauncey Baptist Church, a homemaker, daughter of the late Velma Jackson Pitts & Oris M. Pitts and widow of Jack Wilson Sanders, Sr. She was preceded in death by a Daughter – Lynn S. Dowdy, Son – Mike W. Sanders and Sister – Annette P. Couey.

Survivors: Daughter – Rhonda S. Mosley of Milan; Son - Jack W. Sanders, Jr. of Eastman; 2 Sisters – Guynell Williams of Helena and Linda Sapp (Watson) of Dublin; 9 Grandchildren – Zak Dowdy, Dana Dowdy, Kristen Jones, Hannah Sanders, Jaymie Reynolds, Betsy D. Harrell, Buster Dowdy, Emily Melton and Ashley Melton; 15 Great-Grandchildren – Dalton Dowdy, Jaylin Reynolds, Travis Reynolds, Karson Jones, Olivia Jones, Carson Ethridge, Paige Howell, Walt Howell, Braylon Thomas, Sawyer Walderman, Caitlin Dupree, McKayla Dupree, Rylie Dowdy, Chloe Dowdy and Diezel Dowdy; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at Sanders residence, 6426 Cedar Drive, Eastman, and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday, December 5.

Pallbearers for the service are Steve Couey, David Deyo, Greg Woodard, Larry Williams, David Couey and Randy Warren. Patricia Williams is pianist for the service.

MRS. MILDRED HARRELL BRANTLEY, age 88, of Eastman, GA, died Monday, December 3, 2012 at Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.

Funeral service's will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, December 6, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Jack Sheffield, Rev. Myron Parkerson and Rev. Bob Boutwell officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mrs. Brantley was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church, a homemaker and a loving mother and grandmother. She was daughter of the late Jewel Mullis Harrell & George Edward Harrell and widow of Busy B. Brantley. She was preceded in death by a Son – Timothy “Tim” Brantley and 3 Brothers – Edward Harrell, Wendell Harrell and Lesine Harrell.

Survivors: 4 Daughters – Sandra Clough (Gilbert) of Smarr, GA, Ann Rycroft (Larry) of Cochran, Tina Boutwell (Bob) and Gwen Hartley (Billy) both of Eastman; 4 Sons – Sherm Brantley (Janice), Shelton Brantley (Pam), Dana Brantley and Sam Brantley all of Eastman; Sister – Mary Frances Smith of Rock Mart, GA; 19 Grandchildren – Nina Damron, Tammy Lordi, Robert Boutwell, Jeremy Boutwell, Craig Rycroft, Tracy Rycroft, Danny Rycroft, Bailey Hart, Josie Payne, Katie Yancey, Brantley Hayes, Joni Brantley, Danielle Amerson, Zach Brantley, Chelsie Brantley, Kirstin Thurman, Brooke Graham, Tiffany Brantley and Ama May; 15 Great-Grandchildren; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Sherm & Janice Brantley residence, 498 Ag Best Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday, December 5.

Serving as pallbearers are her Grandsons: Robert Boutwell, Jeremy Boutwell, Craig Rycroft, Tracy Rycroft, Danny Rycroft, Zach Brantley, Brantley Hayes, Todd Damrom and Trey Graham. Musicians for the service are Sharon Smith, Faye Giddens and Rex Giddens.

MR. JOHN THORNTON O’BARR, JR., age 84, of Eastman, GA, died Monday, December 3, 2012, at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, December 5, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Mr. Bobby Ryals officiating, with interment in Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. O’Barr was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, a veteran of the U. S. Army, a retired heavy equipment operator for Thompson Hardwood, Hazlehurst, GA and an avid fisherman. He was son of the late Sara Harrell O’Barr & John T. O’Barr, Sr. and widower of Sadie Selph O’Barr. He was preceded in death by a Brother – Bill O’Barr.

Survivors: Daughter – Cathy O. Pruett (Randy) of Lagrange; 2 Sons – Larry O’Barr (Barbara) and Randy O’Barr (Wregelia) both of Eastman; 2 Sisters – Louise Fussell of McRae and Martha Peacock of Macon; 7 Grandchildren – Jonesy Wiggins, Cassie Pruett, Melissa Hart (Jerry), Mandy Northcutt, Jonathan O’Barr (Terri), Ashley O’Barr and Wendy O’Barr; 12 Great-Grandchildren – Will Helton, Laken Rogers (Shane), Harley Helton, Isiah Hart, C. J. Parker, Hannah Parker, Christian O’Barr, Cheyanne O’Barr, Harlana O’Barr, Taylor Griffin, Kylan O’Barr and Callie Pittman; 1 Great-Great-Grandson – Kyler Helton; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the O’Barr residence, 2350 Chauncey-Rhine Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Tuesday, December 4.

MRS. DONNIE WIMBERLY CADWELL, age 84, of Chauncey, GA, died Monday, December 3, 2012, at Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Wednesday, December 5, at Antioch #2 Baptist Church, Milan, with Rev. Jack Lee and Rev. Dahl McDermitt, Sr. officiating, with interment in Antioch #2 Cemetery.

Mrs. Cadwell was a member of Antioch #2 Baptist Church, a former teller for Citizens Bank & Trust, a former County Commissioners secretary and a homemaker. She was daughter of the late Sallie Reese Wimberly & Oscar Richard Wimberly and widow of Seaborn C. “S. C.” Cadwell. She was preceded in death by a Daughter – Charlotte C. Williams, Sister – Christine W. Burdette and Brother – N. A. Wimberly.

Survivors: 2 Daughters – Carliss C. Dollar (Van) of Dublin and Wanda C. Rogers (Gene) of Chauncey; Son-in-Law – Charles M. Williams of Chauncey; 3 Sisters-in-Law – Laverne C. Jamieson (Jim), Janet C. Ross and Ivelyn C. Evans all of Eastman; 6 Grandchildren – Ron Walker (Lisa), Mandy Holloway (Heath), Jay Eckles (Tiffany), Reed Rogers (Kim), Chip Williams and Clint Williams (Laura); 9 Great-Grandchildren – Jacob Holloway, Lauren Walker, Haley Holloway, Chase Walker, Tanner Eckles, Emma Eckles, Benjamin Jones, Cam Williams and Charlotte Williams; Several Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the residence of Mrs. S. C. Cadwell, 1950 S. C. Cadwell Rd, Chauncey, and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 6:00PM-8:00PM Tuesday, December 4.

The family request flowers or contributions to Antioch #2 Baptist Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 62, Milan, GA 31060.

MR. BENJAMIN A. “BOBBY” HORNE, age 72, of Eastman, GA, died Thursday, November 29, 2012 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, December 2, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Ronnie Jones and Rev. Jack Sheffield officiating, with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Mr. Horne was a member of Central Baptist Church, a veteran of the U. S. Army, a retired employee of Blue Bird Body Company and son of the late Annie Mae Dunn Horne-Woodard & Robert Greenberry Horne. He was preceded in death by a Wife - Arlene Smith Horne, 5 Sisters – Eva Clyde Woodard, Wynelle Justice, Myranelle Fountain, Ann Sanders & Ruby Wright and 3 Brothers – Johnny Woodard, William Woodard and Robert Horne.

Survivors: Wife – Layfatte “Faye” Pitts Horne of Eastman; Daughter – Tina Watson of Eastman; 3 Sons – Robert “Robbie” Horne (Julie) of Ellaville Thurmon Horne of Eastman and Tony Woodard (Brooke) of Marietta; 2 Sisters – Pearl Smith and Betty McCranie both of Eastman; 7 Grandchildren – Lauren Watson, Heather Horne, Caroline Woodard, Alex Horne, Ben Woodard, Leslie Watson and Jason Woodard; Several Nieces and Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Horne residence, Pine Bluff Rd, Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 6:00PM-8:00PM Saturday, December 1.

MS. CHRISTINE TAYLOR, age 82, of Milan, GA, died Thursday, November 29, 2012 at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, December 1, at Milan Baptist Church, with Rev. Aubrey Corbitt officiating, with interment in Sand Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Ms. Taylor was a member of Milan Baptist Church, a retired candy packer for Standard Candy Company and a loving second mother to her family. She was daughter of the late Pearl NeSmith Taylor & Elmo Taylor and was preceded in death by a Sister – Lorene Taylor, 4 Brothers – Clyde Taylor, James Bunch Taylor, Buddy Taylor & Harry Taylor and a Nephew – Ernest Taylor.

Survivors: Sister – Ernestine Taylor Jones (Tobe) of Milan; Nieces & Nephews – Debbie Wynn (Stephen) of Eastman, Harriett Evans (Robert), Laura Smith (Stanley), Joey Jones (Cindy), Raymond Taylor (Glynda), Gail Monroe (Ronald) all of Milan, Tommy Puckett (Betty) of Rhine and Lois Wahl (Conrad) of Chauncey; Several Great-Nieces & Nephews.

The family may be contacted at the Robert Evans residence, 2981 Milan-Chauncey Rd, Milan, GA, and will receive friends in Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home from 6:00PM-8:00PM Friday, November 30.

MRS. SHIRLEY MARIE CRAVEY MULLIS, age 66, of Eastman, GA, died Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at Eastman Healthcare & Rehab.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Mullis was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Grace Baptist Church, a homemaker, daughter of the late Sarah Brown Cravey & Joseph Benjamin Cravey and widow of Russell Mullis. She was preceded in death by a Sister – Joann Cravey and Brother – Earl Quinton Cravey.

Survivors: Daughter – Denise Hood of Dublin; 2 Sons – Ben Mulls (Lynn) of Eastman and Tim Mullis (Connie) of Waycross; Sister – Judy Cravey of Eastman; 2 Brothers – Joe Cravey of Cadiz, KY and Tommy Cravey (Belinda) of Eastman; 7 Grandchildren – Alisha Mullis, Katy Tuten, Brittany Mullis, Brandon Mullis, Josh Mullis, Katelyn Mullis and Dewayne McDaniel, Jr.; 1 Great-Granddaughter; Several Nieces, Nephew & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Mullis residence, 1587 Bill Mullis Rd, Eastman.

MRS. JANIE VENECIA GRIMES PEACOCK, age 84, of Eastman, GA, died Saturday, November 24, 2012 at Heart of Georgia Nursing Home.

Funeral services were held at 2:00PM Monday, November 26, at Solid Rock Church of God, with Rev. Tim Hicks and Rev. Greg Lowery officiating, with interment in Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Peacock was a native of Dodge County, attended Solid Rock Church of God, a retired civil service employee of Warner Robins AFB, daughter of the late Lantie Clark Grimes & Rev. L. H. Grimes and widow of J. Herman Peacock. Mrs. Peacock was passionate about taking care of others. She enjoyed cooking, entertaining and gardening. She was preceded in death by a Sister – Christine Lowery and Brother – Edgar Grimes.

Survivors: Daughter – Janice P. Parkerson (Jerry) of Eastman; Granddaughter – Jancy Parkerson of Augusta; Sister – Bernice Grimes Parkerson of Eastman; 2 Brothers-in-Law – Clifford Peacock (Diane) and Hughie Peacock (Iris); Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Parkerson residence, 1605 Soperton Hwy, Eastman, and will receive friends in Solid Rock Church of God from 12:30PM-2:00PM Monday, November 26.

MRS. JOYCE BOWEN JONES, age 81, died Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at her residence in Milan, GA.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Friday, November 23, at Antioch #2 Baptist Church, with Rev. Jack Lee officiating. Interment will follow in the Antioch #2 Cemetery.

Mrs. Jones was born in Rhine, daughter of the late Rosa Kate & Tom Pete Bowen. She was preceded in death by her Husband - John Robert Charlton Jones, Jr., Sister – Barbara Faye Brown, Brother – Harry “Bubba” Bowen and Son-in-Law – Warren E. Southerland, Jr. She was a member of Antioch #2 Baptist Church of Milan and served as a Sunday School Teacher for many years.

Mrs. Jones began teaching at age eighteen after completing three years of college in two years. She received her B. S. degree in education from Georgia State College, a Masters Degree and the Sixth Year Specialist in Education Degree from the University of Georgia with a Major in School Media Services.

She was a member of the Eastman Pilot Club for 22 years, the Dodge County & State of Georgia Retired Teachers Association and the Professional Association of Georgia Educators, National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi and the Beta Kappa Chapter of Kappa Delta Phi. In addition she earned her Director of Libraries, Instructional Supervision and School Administration certifications. Mrs. Jones was a dedicated Educator for 38 years in the Dodge County community teaching at every level except First and Second Grade. She served as Librarian of Dodge County High School in Eastman, GA for nine years and Assistant Principal at Dodge County High School for four years. She also served as Principal at Rhine Elementary and Chauncey Elementary. Mrs. Jones retired from the Dodge County School System in June of 1988. She continued to serve eight years as an Educator at the Women’s State Prison and Men’s State Prison in Milan after retiring from her full time teaching career. Her life was richly blessed through the years in working with so many students, teachers and administrators.

Mrs. Jones is survived by 2 Daughters – Rhonda Jones Dwozan (Freddie) of Milan and Joy Jones Southerland of Eastman; 6 Grandchildren – Joni D. Coleman (Tracy), Marci D. McCranie (Brian), Krista D. Rainey (Chip), Wes Southerland, Wil Southerland (Brandy) and Gant Southerland (Susan); 11 Great-Grandchildren – Josie, Olivia, Tanner, Laura Kate, Madie, Jensen, Joyanna, Alek, Caroline, Sydney and Briana; Brother-in-Law – James E. “Jim” Brown of Milan; 4 Sisters-in-Law – Claudia H. Poole of Ocean Shores, WA, Jackye J. Fuller of Newnan, Martha J. Kelly (Stewart) of Chauncey and Willene J. Swinson (Jim) of Cochran; Aunts – Jean Kennedy (Gordon) and Zada Edwards (Jim) both of Albany; Several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Jones residence, 2532 Milan-Chauncey Rd., Milan, and will receive friends in Antioch #2 Baptist Church from 1:30PM-3:00PM Friday, November 23.

The family request the omission of all flowers and donations be made to the Eastman Pilot Club Scholarship Fund, P. O. Box 4944, Eastman, GA 31023 or the Antioch #2 Baptist Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 62, Milan, GA 31060.

Musicians for the service are Ronnie Cadwell and Cyler Williams. Serving as pallbearers are Jimmy Brown, John Kelly, Ralph Kelly, Rick Krontz, Mike Taylor, Hardy Swinson, Jones Swinson and Al Fuller, Jr.

ELAINE “LANEY” BRYAN BURNHAM, age 61, of Eastman, GA, died Monday, November 19, 2012 at Dodge County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, November 21, at Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Gary Ryals and Rev. Randy Conley officiating, with interment in Vilula Church Cemetery.

Ms. Burnham was a member of Rhine Methodist Church, a retired Paraprofessional for the Dodge County School System, a former secretary for OEMC and daughter of the late Jewell Stowe Bryan & Augustus B. Bryan. She was preceded in death by a Former Husband – Edwin Burnham, Infant Daughter – Lindsey Selene Burnham, Step-Daughter – Tawana Burnham, 2 Sisters – Shirley Hicks & Betty Black and a Brother – Bobby Wood.

Survivors: Daughter – Callie Burnham of Eastman; Step-Daughter – Terrie B. Mullis of Eastman; 2 Step-Sons – Timmy Burnham (Robin) and Tommy Burnham (Lisa) both of Eastman; 2 Brothers – Wimberly Bryan of Rhine and Donald Wood (Linda) of McDonough; Sister-in-Law – Annette Wood of Milan; 4 Grandchildren – Cade Burnham, Blake Burnham, Kaleb Burnham and Trey Mullis; Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

The family may be contacted at the Burnham residence, 70 Edwin Burnham Rd., Eastman, and will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 12:30PM-2:00PM Wednesday, November 20.

Serving as pallbearers are Cade Burnham, Blake Burnham, Trey Mullis, Chris Bryan, Brad Bryan and Jonesy Wiggins. Hannah Davis and Ronnie Cadwell are musicians for the service.

MR. WARREN EDWARD SOUTHERLAND, JR., Age 59, of Eastman, GA, died Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at his residence.

Graveside services will be held at 12:00PM Friday, January 13 from the graveside in Orphans Cemetery, with Dr. Jerry Peele and Rev. Charles Robinson officiating.

Warren was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, a member of Eastman First Baptist Church and Owner & Operator of Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home. He was a member of the Eastman Lions Club, Georgia Funeral Directors Association and Member of the Board of Directors of Citizens Bank and Trust. He was preceded in death by his Father - Warren E. Southerland, Sr.

Survivors: Wife – Joy Jones Southerland; 3 Sons – Warren E. “Wes” Southerland III, Wil C. Southerland (Brandy) & Gant W. Southerland (Susan); 3 Grandchildren – Caroline Southerland, Sydney Southerland & Briana Southerland; Mother – Pearl Belflower Southerland; Sister – Ann S. Peacock (James); Mother-in-Law – Joyce B. Jones; Sister-in-Law – Rhonda Dwozan (Freddie); Aunt – Berta Mae Belflower Wright; 6 Nieces – Shelli Goodman (Tony), Abby Peacock, Tracy Harrell, Joni Coleman (Tracy), Marci McCranie (Brian), Krista Rainey (Chip) and Several Cousins.

The family requests omission of all flowers and donations be made to Faithful Hearts Animal Shelter, P. O. Box 5014, Eastman, GA, 31023, or Church of donors choice.