All Obituaries

Ozzie Bryant was born in Donalsonville, Georgia, on November 3, 1929, to the late Paul and Eula Bryant.  She was called Home to be with THE LORD on Monday, March 22, 2021. She accepted CHRIST as her SAVIOR at an early age.  She faithfully served through the love for her family and others. Ozzie graduated from Seminole County Training School.  She worked as a Substitute Teacher, and in her latter years, she worked as a Housekeeper for thirty-plus years for Dr....

Deborah Jones Towles was born  in Donalsonville, Georgia, on September 6, 1959, to the late Betty Jean Jones and Marion Jones Sr.  She peacefully departed from her earthly walk on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.  Deborah accepted CHRIST at an early age and joined Live Oak African Methodist Episcopal Church.  Deborah received her primary and secondary education in the Seminole County School System and  was a member of the 1977 Graduating Class of Seminole County High...

Mrs. Betsy Barnes Hopson was born June 9, 1921, in Jakin, Georgia, to the late Hardy Herman and Mandy Barnes.  She was the third of four siblings; all of whom preceded her in death. She attended the public schools of Seminole County, Georgia.  At an early age, Betsy professed her faith in JESUS CHRIST and joined Newberry African Methodist Episcopal Church, where she was a dedicated member.  Betsy was united in Holy Matrimony on September 29, 1938, to Johnny Hopson...

Lilla Jo Gray Jones was born on November 5, 1947, in Iron City, Georgia, to the parentage of Hettie Mae Batts and Rossi Gray.  On Tuesday, March 2, 2021, surrounded by family, she answered the Call of her HEAVENLY FATHER to come Home and Rest from Labor. “Lilla”, which means beautiful flower, was a lovely soul.  She was affectionately known as “Jo” to those who knew her well.  She treasured time spent with her family and friends. At an early age,...

Charles Edward Johnson was born October 19, 1951, in Fowlstown, Georgia.  His parents were King Alfonso Johnson and Trudie Mae Preston. Charles Edward worked was a very hard worker, working several jobs before his departure.  He was an employee of the City of Cairo, Georgia, and the City of Bainbridge, Georgia, for many years.  He also worked in pulpwood.  Charles Johnson departed this earthly life on Thursday, February 4, 2021.  His departure is a deep and...

Lena Sampson White was born in Donalsonville, Georgia, on February 12, 1934, to the late Leroy Sampson Sr. and Creola Mike Sampson.  She was the third of five children (Harold, Blanche, Leroy Jr. “Sonny”, and Arna); all of whom preceded her in death.  Their cousin, Oweda “Weet” Mike Mayfield (deceased), was also raised with them. From her youth, Lena (“Lillun”, as she was fondly called by her brothers) attended Live Oak African Methodist...

Charlie Paul Spencer was born July 22, 1949, in Bainbridge, Decatur County, Georgia.  His parents were Mr. Waymon Spencer, Sr. and Mrs. Ezell Spencer.  He attended school in Seminole County, Georgia. Charlie Paul later moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he worked numerous years for U. S. Concrete Pipe Company of Florida.  Several years ago, he moved to Palatka, Florida, where he resided until his death. He departed his earthly life on Friday, January 29, 2021, at...

Jimmie Lee Wade was born December 25, 1951, in Seminole County, Georgia, to the late Mr. David and Mrs. Jessie Mae Wade.  At an early age, Jimmy accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.  He was a member of Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church in Iron City, Georgia.  Jimmie received his education in the public schools of Seminole County, Georgia; he attended Seminole County High School in Donalsonville, Georgia.  He worked for Green Poultry Company in Iron City,...

A Time to Be Born:  Earnie was born November 8, 1966, at Donalsonville Hospital in Seminole County, Georgia, to the Reverend Ezzie Donalson, Jr. and Aretha Virgin Donalson. A Time to Die:  Earnie departed his earthly life due to Covid-19 on Sunday, January 17, 2021, at University of Florida Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida.  Though he lost the fight with Covid-19 in the natural, he won in the spiritual.  A Time to Plant:  Earnie grew up in...