Obituaries

Stephen Wayne Nettles

Stephen Wayne Nettles

Aug 6, 2026

Stephen Wayne Nettles, 76, of Homerville passed away Thursday morning, August 6, 2026, at Riverbrook Nursing Home after a short illness. He was born in Folkston, GA to the late James Lee “Jimmy” Nettles, Sr. and Alma Julia Vinson Nettles. Mr. Nettles lived in Folkston most of his life where he owned and operated Nettles Tire. He always enjoyed painting,...

Brian Kevin Aldridge

Brian Kevin Aldridge

Jul 29, 2026

Brian Kevin Aldridge, age 57, of Folkston, Georgia, went home to be with his Lord and savior Jesus Christ on July 29, 2026.

Brian was born on January 1, 1969, in Folkston, Georgia to James Vernon Aldridge Sr. and Barbara Jean Lambert Aldridge. Brian grew up with a deep love for the outdoors and spent much of his time hunting and...

Betty Mizell Woolard

Betty Mizell Woolard

Jul 23, 2026

Betty Mizell Woolard, 70, of Folkston, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Born on June 29, 1956, in Folkston, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Marie Mizell.

Betty was a faithful member of Philadelphia Free Will Baptist Church. She dearly loved her grandsons and found great joy in cooking for family and friends and reading her...

Barbara Dean Lee

Barbara Dean Lee

Jul 11, 2026

Barbara Lee Snowden of Folkston passed away July 11, 2026, at the age of 64, surrounded by the love of her family. Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved first husband, David Rowe; her parents, Dean Snowden and Mary Geoghagan; and her sister, Betty Nazworth.

She is survived he her sister: Hazel Harris (John); brother: Jim Snowden (Heather); and many...

Brandon Scott Woolard

Brandon Scott Woolard

Jul 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of Brandon Scott Woolard

March 25, 1982 – July 7, 2026

Some people spend a lifetime collecting acquaintances. Scott collected friends.

With his unmistakable smile, booming laugh, generous heart, and remarkable ability to make everyone feel like family, Brandon Scott Woolard left an impression wherever he went. Whether you knew him for decades or met him only moments before, Scott...

Jeanelle Daphene Newkirk

Jeanelle Daphene Newkirk

Jul 2, 2026

Jeanelle Murphy Newkirk, 87, of Hilliard, FL passed away on Thursday, July 02, 2026. She was born in Surrency, Georgia on February 13, 1939, to the late Sue Nell Murphy. She was a devoted member of North Hilliard Baptist Church. A passionate sports enthusiast and loyal Hilliard Flashes fan, she attended every game for an incredible 47 consecutive years. Affectionately...

Joyce Fitzgerald Whigam

Joyce Fitzgerald Whigam

Jul 2, 2026

Eleanor Joyce Fitzgerald Whigam, 93, of Folkston, Georgia passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026. Born on November 2, 1932, in Wilcox County, Georgia, Joyce was the daughter of the late Perry Drew and Lila Keen Fitzgerald of Abbeville, Georgia.

Joyce lived a vibrant life, known for her immense love of her Lord, family, and friends. On January 28, 1951, she...

Jerry

Jerry

Jun 26, 2026

Jeremiah "Jerry" Thomas Clymer, 52, of Folkston, Georgia passed away Friday, June 26, 2026.  He was born April 21, 1974 in Jacksonville, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his father:  Samuel Jess Clymer.

He is survived by his mother:  Carolyn Patricia Herrin Crowther; 2-sisters:  Brenda (Roy) Whitehead and Denise Lee; a brother:  Robbie (Renee) Lee; a half brother:  Adam Clymer and...

Joyce Marie Stephenson

Joyce Marie Stephenson

Jun 22, 2026

Joyce Marie Stephenson, 80, of Folkston, Georgia passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida on December 04, 1945, to the late John Henry Shortridge and Virginia Lee Estes Shortridge. Joyce lived a life filled with creativity, laughter, faith, and deep love for her family. She spent many years working in customer service before retiring...

Maybelle Johnson Schultehenrich

Maybelle Johnson Schultehenrich

Jun 20, 2026

Maybelle Johnson-Davis-Schultehenrich was born on May 14, 1937, in Nassau County, Florida, to Anna Nicholas Johnson.

She married Curtis Mack Davis, and together they had six children. The family lived in Folkston, Georgia, until 1975, when they relocated to St. Louis, Missouri. Before moving to Missouri, Maybelle worked at the Egg Processing Plant in Boulogne, Florida, and at the pants factory...

Woodrow "Woody" Pickren, Jr.

Woodrow "Woody" Pickren, Jr.

Jun 19, 2026

Woodrow Wilson Pickren Jr.

July 12, 1939 – June 19, 2026

Woodrow Wilson Pickren Jr., known by many as “Woody,” passed away peacefully at his home on June 19, 2026; he was 86. Woody was born on July 12,1939 in Folkston, GA, the son of Jessie Mae Harrison Pickren and Woodrow Wilson Pickren, Sr.; grandson of Thomas Lovett Pickren and Dora Johnson...

Nellie Ruth Carter

Nellie Ruth Carter

Jun 16, 2026

Nellie R Carter, 74, born in Houston Texas to the late Simmie Carter Jr. and Elizabeth McGowan, passed away on June 16, 2026. She was a healthcare worker who cared for others. She loved reading books, cooking, and flowers. She will be missed.

She will be missed by her extended family Jessica Fleming (Joseph), TJ Fleming (Katie), Ryan Andrews (Faith), Adam...

George "Tudy" William Hamilton Sr.

George "Tudy" William Hamilton Sr.

Jun 4, 2026

George “Tudy” William Hamilton Sr., 80, of Hilliard, FL passed away on Thursday, June 04, 2026. He was born in Menlo, GA on October 07, 1945, to the late Harvey and Carrie Hamilton. George proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a retired logger. He loved to fish, work in his garden, and work on his...

David Allen Glisson

David Allen Glisson

May 28, 2026

David Allen Glisson, 85, of Folkston, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 16, 1940, in Lecanto, Florida, to Warnell and Pernie Glisson. He was a member of the Folkston United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Henri Teresa Glisson; daughters Renee Morton (Jeff), Brenda...

Robert Andy Baggett

Robert Andy Baggett

May 26, 2026

Robert Andy Baggett, 60, of St. George, Georgia passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. He was born in Munich, West Germany on March 20, 1966, to Charlie Lowell Baggett, Sr. and Luise Josephine Kellner Baggett. Andy loved fishing and being outdoors. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and his wonderful grandchildren.

He...

Carolyn Ann Stivender

Carolyn Ann Stivender

May 25, 2026

Carolyn Ann Tucker Stivender, 81, of St. George, GA passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026. She was born in Moultrie, GA on December 23, 1944, to the late Ernest Albert Tucker and Hilda Florence Franics May. She was a member of First Baptist Church of St. George.

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

Anita Bahlke Geoghagan

Anita Bahlke Geoghagan

May 24, 2026

Anita Bahlke Geoghagan, 80, of St. George, GA, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. She was born in Hrstein, Germany to the late Valentine Bahlke and Barbara Bahlke.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son: Michael Geoghagan; grandson: Tony Geoghagan; and brother: Robert (wife Leona) Bahlke.

She is survived by her loving husband of 60...

Darrell Keith Crews

Darrell Keith Crews

May 19, 2026

Darrell Keith Crews, 71, of Folkston, GA passed away at his home Tuesday, May 19, 2026.  He was born August 23, 1954 in Folkston to the late Julius Earl Crews and Betty Hall Crews.  He was a member of the Transport Workers Union at Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base.

He is survived by his son:  Andrew Crews; 2-grandchildren:  Easton Crews and...

Ronnie Everett Manning

Ronnie Everett Manning

May 17, 2026

Ronnie Manning, 64, of Folkston, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 10, 1962, in Pensacola, FL, Ronnie lived a life defined by dedication to his family, service to his country, and friendship to all who knew him.

Ronnie proudly served in the United States Navy for 20 years, retiring as an...

Clyde Gene Guinn

Clyde Gene Guinn

May 16, 2026

Clyde Gene Guinn, 91, of Folkston, GA passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026. He was born in Folkston, GA on March 20, 1935, to the late Grover Guinn and Lola Guinn. Clyde retired from the United States Air Force. After retirement, he worked for many years at the Folkston Post Office as a mail carrier. He was a member...