Obituaries

Mason Rodgers

Mason Rodgers

Jun 12, 2025

William Mason Rodgers, 71, of Folkston, GA passed away suddenly at his home Thursday, June 12, 2025. He was born June 29, 1953 in Folkston, GA to the late Henry Benjamin Rodgers, Sr. and Margaret “Maggie” Mason Stokes Rodgers. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Folkston and attended St. Francis of Asissi Catholic Church. He was a...

Ronald Christian Beverly

Ronald Christian Beverly

Jun 10, 2025

Ronald Christian Beverly, newborn son of Jason Lee Beverly and Jessica Ann Harrell Beverly, passed away at Grady Hospital in Atlanta on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

He is survived by his parents: Jason and Jessica Beverly; siblings: Hunter, Ashlynn and Charlee Beverly; grandparents: Cliff & Barbara Peeples, Pete & Candy Harrell, and Pam & Allen Beverly; great-grandmother: Gay Reese; uncles: Joshua...

Roger Elbert Collier, Sr.

Roger Elbert Collier, Sr.

Jun 9, 2025

Roger Elbert Collier, 89, of Hilliard, FL passed away at his home Monday, June 9, 2025. He was born in Pink Hill, NC to the late Neal Collier and Roland Tindall Collier. He was a contractor by trade but loved to garden and play cards. He was a faithful member of Buford Grove Baptist Church and loved the Lord with...

Frances Nemeth Mixon

Frances Nemeth Mixon

Jun 9, 2025

Frances Nemeth Mixon, 83, of Fernandina Beach, Florida passed away at her home on Monday, June 9, 2025. She was born in Folkston, Georgia on November 23, 1941, to the late Frank Nemeth and Susan Enyedy Nemeth.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of almost 63 years: James Curtis Mixon, Sr.; her children: Curtis (Kim) Mixon and Jewel...

Tray Eugene Canady

Tray Eugene Canady

Jun 8, 2025

Tray Eugene Canady, 55, of Metter, GA, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025. He was born in Savannah, GA, on December 17, 1969, to the late Jake Edwin Canady and Peggy Jean Colbert Canady.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers and sister-in-law: Troy & Tammy Canady and Todd Canady.

He is survived by his...

Howard Hunt

Howard Hunt

Jun 8, 2025

Robert Howard Hunt, 84, of Folkston, GA passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025. He was born in Tulsa, OK on October 30, 1940, to the late Robert Houston Hunt and Evellyn Ruth Turner Hunt. Howard was the curator of reptiles at the Atlanta Zoo for over 30 years. While he was working there, he also did field research on...

David Danford

David Danford

Jun 5, 2025

David Lee Danford, 71, of Folkston, Georgia passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025. He was born in LaJunta, Colorado on October 17, 1953, to the late Stuart Fosdick Danford and Wilma Deihl Danford. He retired from WastePro Florida as President. Dave was a member of Lannie Road Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida. Dave was a sweet soul that was...

John Emry Grauser

John Emry Grauser

Jun 5, 2025

John Emry “N2YOG” Grauser, 60, of Folkston, GA passed away at his residence June 5, 2025. He was born August 23, 1964 in Jacksonville, FL to the late James Norris Grauser, Sr. and Celeste Inez Robbins Grauser. He grew up mostly in New Jersey and graduated from Allentown High School in Upper Freehold, NJ. He moved back to Florida in...

Donald Ray Jones

Donald Ray Jones

Jun 4, 2025

Donald Ray Jones, 74, of Folkston went to his heavenly reward after a brief illness on June 4, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Louise Holt McKinney and Ray Jones. Don was born on October 4, 1950, in Fayetteville, NC. In school he was active in sports and excelled academically. He graduated from Seventy First High School...

Herman Ray "Bones" Jones

Herman Ray "Bones" Jones

Jun 3, 2025

Herman Ray "Bones" Jones, 80, of Hilliard, FL passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. He was born in Eastman, GA on June 9, 1944, to the late Alex Herman Jones and Jewell Agnes Blankenship Jones. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from the Federal Aviation Administration in 1999.

In addition...

Barbara Ann Delicato

Barbara Ann Delicato

May 31, 2025

Barbara Ann Kosich Delicato, 87, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born in Aultman, PA, on March 30, 1938, to the late Frank and Mary Kosich. Barbara married Gerald James Delicato and they lived in Dearborn Heights, MI, for most of their 69 years of marriage.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a...

Donald Wayne Aldridge, Jr.

Donald Wayne Aldridge, Jr.

May 21, 2025

Donald Wayne Aldridge, Jr., also known as Donnie, Bug, Diddy, and Poppie, met his Heavenly Father on May 21, 2025 at the age of 67 after a hard fought battle with ALS. He passed peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones. Donnie was an amazing husband, son, father, and Papa. He guided his family in faith...

Emily Conner

Emily Conner

May 16, 2025

Emily Conner, beloved mother and grandmother, entered her heavenly rest at the age of 102 on May 16, 2025. She was a shining example of a Proverbs 31 Christian wife and mother, guiding her family with faith, love, and wisdom.

Emily was the devoted wife of the late James Dane Conner, with whom she eloped on July 4, 1940. They were...

Frank James

Frank James

May 14, 2025

William “Frank” James, 66, of St. George, GA passed away Wednesday, May 14 at Hospice Satilla in Waycross, GA following a brief illness. He was born March 25, 1959 in Jacksonville, FL to the late Charles James and Doris Dugger James. Frank loved being outside, fishing and riding his 4-wheeler. He was a man that loved working with his hands,...

Ralph Carey Marr, Sr.

Ralph Carey Marr, Sr.

May 12, 2025

Ralph C. Marr, 88, of Kingsland, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025.

Born on January 9, 1937, in Folkston, Georgia, Ralph was the son of the late Euley D. Marr and Francis Phillips Marr. He spent most of his life on the family property in Camden County, a place he cherished and called home.

Ralph proudly served his country...

Anne Wade

Anne Wade

May 11, 2025

Anne Wade, 84, of Hilliard, FL passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at the Life Care Center of Hilliard. She was born October 19, 1940 in Jacksonville, FL to the late Edward B. Lopez and Mary Guerra Lopez. She was a homemaker and was a member of Buford Grove Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Linda Gail Lloyd Brown

Linda Gail Lloyd Brown

May 6, 2025

Linda Gail Lloyd Brown, 73, of Eastman, Georgia passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. She was born in Waycross, Georgia on May 25, 1951, to the late John Rufus Lloyd, Sr. and Winnie Mae Guinn Lloyd. Linda volunteered for many years with Navy Relief, Pink Ladies, Habitat for Humanity, coaching, and being team mom. She worked...

L. DeWayne "Wormie" Bowyer, Jr.

L. DeWayne "Wormie" Bowyer, Jr.

May 1, 2025

L. DeWayne “Wormie” Bowyer, Jr., 59, of Folkston, GA, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. He was born in Fort Myers, FL on October 17, 1965, to Lloyd DeWayne Bowyer, Sr. and Carol Drechsel Baggett. Wormie never met a stranger. He was a well-known mechanic and sheetrock hanger for over 30 years.

He is preceded in death by his father:...

Will Randall Hodges

Will Randall Hodges

Apr 26, 2025

Will Randall Hodges, 58 of Hilliard, FL passed away on April 26, 2025 at his home. He was born on March 4, 1967 to the late Dean and Villa Hodges in Jacksonville, FL. In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Randall & Bertha Crews, Bailey Hodges, Zeke & Alma Davis, his niece...

Renate Creel

Renate Creel

Apr 22, 2025

Renate Kalbhenn Creel, 91, of Hilliard, FL passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. She was born in Frankfurt, Germany on December 23, 1933, to the late George and Laney Kalbhenn. Renate grew up in Neu-Isenburg, Germany, just outside of Frankfurt. She moved to the United States in 1959. She was wonderful with orchids and all other plants. For many...