All Obituaries

Elder Birkett C. Kennedy, Sr., 83 of Cobbtown, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2020 at his residence.  He was born September 6, 1937 in Candler County, GA to Marshton and Mamie Kennedy.  He attended the public schools of Tattnall County and graduated from Tattnall Industrial High School. On June 13, 1960, he married Darletha Kent with whom six children were born.        Birket began his work career as a mechanic at Kennedy Chevrolet in...

Deacon Ennis Warner was born March 2, 1953, to the late Mr. Charlie Warner Sr. and the late Mrs. Vallie Burton Warner. On Friday, May 08, 2020, Mr. Ennis Warner entered eternal rest after a brief illness at the Augusta University Medical Center. Ennis was born and raised in Twin City, Georgia, and was educated in the Emanuel County School system. He went on to receive degrees from both Swainsboro Technical College and East Georgia College. Ennis accepted Christ at an early age and joined...

Tyman (Twankie) Dekle was born November 23, 1969 in Candler County, Georgia.  He was second to youngest of five children born to the late Raymond and Willie Mae Dekle. Tyman (Twank) was raised in Metter, Georgia then later moved to New Jersey and made his home in the town of Bellville.  He departed this life on April 27, 2020 at his residence. He was employed by Ultimate Auto Body Shop in Nutley, New Jersey.  He worked there for many years, doing a job that he loved. ...

Mother Betty Ann Eason was born July 28, 1951 in Bulloch County, Georgia to the late Lloyd and Viola Andrews. She departed this life on Monday, May 4, 2020 in Alexandria, Louisiana. She accepted Christ as her savior in 1975. She was then baptized and filled with the Holy Ghost. Mother Eason was a member of Refuge Church until her demise. She was united in marriage to Mr. Vann Eason on April 11, 1972. To this union eight children were born. Mother Eason lived in Woonsocket, Rhode Island for...

Whitaker Funeral Home respectfully announces the passing of Baby Abel Govanni Braziel, of Metter, GA, Friday, May 1, 2020.  Baby Abel is the son of Mr. Craig Braziel and Ms. Glenecia Charlow, both of Metter, Georgia. The Staff of Whitaker Funeral Home is honored to support and serve the family with Dignity, Respect and Integrity.

Whitaker Funeral Home respectfully announces the passing of Mr. Jerome Riley of Soperton, GA, Monday, April 20, 2020.  Obituary information forthcoming.  The Staff of Whitaker Funeral Home is honored to support and serve the family with Dignity, Respect and Integrity.   

Dorcella Julietta (Bell) Raftin was born on November 25,1956, to parents, Reverend J.W. and Helen(Ramseur) Bell,  in Shelby, North Carolina. Dorcella received her formal education from Boggs Academy class of 1974 in Keysville, GA.  She participated in the Drama club, National Honor society, and the choir.   After graduation, she went on to continue her studies at Fisk University and Meharry Medical College where she studied Healthcare Management. She became a member of...

Whitaker Funeral Home respectfully announces the passing of Mr. Willie Lonza Griffin, Jr., of Vidalia, GA, Sunday, April 19, 2020.  The Staff of Whitaker Funeral Home is honored to support and serve the family with Dignity, Respect and Integrity.   

Willie Claude Lanier was born February 17, 1956 in Metter, Georgia to Albert, Sr. and Rosetta Braziel Lanier.  He departed this life on April 6, 2020.  Willie C. attended the public schools of Candler County and he was a member of the 1975 graduating class of Metter High School.  While in high school he was a member of the Metter Tiger Marching Band. After graduating from high school, Willie C. moved to Atlanta.  He secured employment in the hotel industry with Marriott....

Mary P. Thomas, 91,  passed on Thursday March 12, 2020 at Brown’s Healthcare and Rehabilitation.  She was born in Calhoun County, Georgia to the late Rev. Allen and Ethel Idelet Clements on February 18, 1929. She received her early post-secondary educated at Fort Valley State College.  She then relocated to New York where she attended Apex School of Cosmetology.  Upon graduation, she became a cosmetology professional and also a teacher at the school.  After...