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01/17/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and services of Mrs. Helen Irene Williford, age 89, of GA Highway 102 West in Gibson who died Thursday afternoon January 15, 2026, at her home.
Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM on Sunday afternoon, January 18, 2026, in the Gibson Church of God with Rev. Stacy Williford, officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Troy Williford, Andrew Williford, Coty Faglier, Maddox Faglier, Glavin Faglier, and Hudsen Faglier. The family will receive friends one hour before services at the church on Sunday.
Mrs. Williford was born March 7, 1936, in Louisville, one of eleven children of the late Pink Clayborn Holbrook and Ollie Mae Cooper Holbrook. She was a member of Gibson Church of God and had worked as a seamstress with Royal Manufacturing and Carters Manufacturing in Sandersville.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 65 years Terrell Williford, a son, Allen Williford; brother, Eugene Holbrook; sisters, Martha (Mot) H. Lamb, Lois H. Thigpen, and Ann H. Salter; and is survived by a son, Troy Williford (Jennifer) of Tennille; a daughter, Connie Deane of Gibson; grandchildren, Ashley Deane, Andrew Williford (Katie), Maegan Faglier (Coty), Abby Weber, Jeremiah Weber, and Jackson Weber; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Dot Kirby, Christine Cash and Wilma Tawney; brothers, Roy Holbrook, P.C. Holbrook, and Charles Holbrook; several nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends.
You can sign the family's guest book at www.taylorfhgibson.com .
Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

01/17/2026

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday afternoon January 21, 2025, in the Rose Due Cemetery in Vidette conducted by Greg Coursey and Jerry Taylor.

Mr. Peel was born in Vidette on March 7, 1945, to the late Gibert Shivers Peel, Sr and Martha Brown Peel. A graduate of Waynesboro High School and Georgia Southern. He served in the Army National Gard and retired in June of 2007 from Georgia Power after 30 years of service. Gilbert was a member of Louisville ARP Church and was a former deacon he was also a member of the Louisville Lions Club.

Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, grandson, Justin Devore, sister, Sarah “Peggy” Peel, and a brother, Robert J. Peel and is survived by 3 daughters and son in-law, Kimberly (Michael) Shelnut of Winterville, GA., Natalie (Wayne) Johnson of Augusta, and Ashley (Dana) Peel Griffin of Statesboro, brother Leslie (Deborah) Peel of Vidette, special friend, Vicki Drew Mitchell, 4 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins and longtime friends.

In lieu of flowers, family request consider donations to the town of Vidette for the Rose Due Cemetery 7052 GA Hwy 24 W Waynesboro, GA 30830.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

You may sign the family’s personal guestbook online at www.taylorfhlouisville.com

01/10/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and services of Mrs. Marjorie Hilda McCoy, age 91 of Hwy 102 East, Gibson who died January 8, 2026, at her home.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday afternoon, January 11, 2026, in the Gibson Community Church, with the Rev. Kyle Downs officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Ken Crunkelton, Clay Crunkelton, Lane Crunkelton, Tyler Sams, Trey Crunkelton, and Matthew Crunkelton.
Mrs. McCoy was a native of Gibson, a daughter of the late Kyle Neal and Vivian Raley Neal. She graduated from Glascock County High School. Hilda worked as a nurse for the State of Georgia at the Richmond County Health Department for many years. She was a member of the Gibson Community Church.
Hilda was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, W.C. Crunkelton and Calvin McCoy, Sons: Lavaughn Crunkelton, Jeff Crunkelton and infant son Bruce, Sisters: Emily Buckner and Sybil Braswell, Brothers: Mickey Neal and Dan Neal. She is survived by her son Jack Crunkelton of Gibson, Grandchildren: Lisa Crunkelton Sams, Ken Crunkelton, Clay Crunkelton (Mendy), Lane Crunkelton and Ashley Crunkelton, Great-grandchildren: Tyler Sams, Kennedy Sams Tiner (Daniel), Trey Crunkelton (Macy), Jaedon Crunkelton, Kendal Crunkelton, Jordan Crunkelton, Matthew Crunkelton (Katelyn), Macie Crunkelton, Anna Crunkelton, Nathan Crunkelton, Shelby Crunkelton, Eli Carroll, McKinley Crunkelton, Great-great grandchildren: Jasper Crunkelton and Sawyer Crunkelton, daughter-in-law: Dianne Crunkelton, sisters: Frankie Jean Porter and Dianne ‘Cooter” Rabun (Glenn), sister-in-law Vesta Neal, and a host of nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her loving and dedicated caregivers: Lynn and Doris Chalker, and the exceptional Afinnis Hospice Team: Mindy Prescott Wilcher, Krystle Prescott Holley, Sara Simmons, and Chico Johnson.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Saturday January 10, at the funeral home.
You may sign the family's guest book at www.taylorfhgibson.com
Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

01/01/2026

Taylor Funeral Home of Louisville announces the death and services of Mr. J.P. Walden, Jr., age 91, of Alford Road in Bartow, who died Sunday evening December 28, 2025.

Services will be held 2:00 Friday, January 2, 2026, in the Bartow Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Harris officiating. Burial will follow in the Bartow City Cemetery with Thom Henson, David Beranek, Hank Josey, Daniel McCall, Trooper Williams, Ethan McCall, and Noah McCall serving as pallbearers.

Mr. Walden was born on February 28, 1934, in Bartow, a son of the late Joe P. Walden and Susie Cooper Walden. He had served in the National Guard from 1952 until 1968 for 16 years. He retired from ThermOKing as a supervisor after 40 years of service. He was a long-time member of Bartow Baptist Church. He loved to fish, hunt, and be outdoors but his greatest pastime was spending time with his family and friends.

Mr. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, wife Eugenia Walden, two daughters, Tonya Annett Walden and Toni Lyn Walden, Sister, Gwynelle Walden Ledge, brother Verlin Tarver Walden and is survived by 2 sones Tommy & Lisa Walden, Tracy & Robbie Walden, stepdaughters, Regina & Mel Henson, Wanda & Wes Gordy, Brenda & Hollan Josey, Libby Alford, and Terri Howell, sister, June Henson, grandchildren, Ashley (Michael) Thacker, Leslie (Jeff) Cockrell, Randi (Danny) Beckworth, Thom Henson, Trina (David) Beranek, Tara (Jimmy) Polan, Hank Josey, April (Daniel) McCall, Trooper Williams, great-grandchildren, Mason Thacker, Keegin Thacker, Kennedy Thacker, Gannon Cockrell, Hudson Cockrell, Waylan Cockrell, Emilie Wilcher, Taylor Polan, Michael & Lillie Henson, Hannah & Ben Beranek, Olivia Josey, Ethan, Danielle, Noah McCall, and Laliah Unruh, several nieces, nephews, and many beloved friends.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

12/29/2025

Taylor Funeral Home of Louisville announces the death and services of Mr. Wendell Russell Manning, age 58, of Louisville, who passed away Friday, December 26, 2025, at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in the Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Mr. Bill Smith and Mr. Joe Cheeks officiating. Burial will follow in the Louisville City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chad McDowell, Bo Benton, Jamie Herrin, Tracy Faglier, Quinton Farrer, and Jerry Howell. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
A native of Louisville, Wendell was born January 7, 1967, the son of Albert Russell Manning and the late Linda Faglier Manning. He was a 1985 graduate of Louisville High School and later earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Georgia Southern University. Wendell devoted his professional life to advocating for mental health awareness and supporting others, serving as a counselor throughout Louisville and surrounding counties. Known for his wisdom and compassion, family and friends often sought his advice. In his later years, Wendell enjoyed sharing uplifting messages on Facebook to encourage and brighten the days of others.
Wendell was deeply involved in the youth ministry during his early years at Louisville First Baptist Church and later became a member under the leadership of Bill Smith, where his love of singing truly flourished. Music was one of the many ways Wendell shared his heart, and his beautiful voice brought comfort and joy to those around him. One of the most treasured memories for his family was his heartfelt performance at his sister’s wedding, a moment that will be forever cherished.
Wendell also found joy in working in his yard and gardening, especially tending to his favorite yellow roses. He proudly carried on a natural green thumb inherited from his Aunt Anne. One of his greatest passions was sharing good food and fellowship. Rarely did Wendell turn down a meal with loved ones, and second helpings—or even a third plate—were simply part of who he was.
Wendell was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Linda Faglier Manning; his paternal grandparents, Luther and Louise Manning; and his maternal grandparents, E.C. and Emma Faglier.
He is survived by his father, Albert Russell Manning; his sister and brother-in-law, Angela Brooke and Chad McDowell; his nephew, Seth M. McDowell; and his nieces, Emma C. McDowell and Mallory C. McDowell, all of Louisville.
The family invites friends to sign the online guestbook at www.taylorfhlouisville.com.
Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

12/26/2025

Taylor Funeral Home of Louisville announces the death and funeral services of Mr. Elbert Carl Weaver, age 90, of Friendship Church Road in Bartow, who died Tuesday evening, December 23, 2025, at his home.

Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, December 29, at the Old Bethel Baptist Church in Bartow with Rev. Larry Fincher officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services in the church on Monday. Pallbearers will be: Greg Barnes, Mason Barnes, Josh Lewis, Jason Little, Kim Truong, Boe Weaver, Allen Weaver and Alan Wasden.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 30, at the Cedar Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, 1199 Cedar Creek Church Rd, Collins, GA 30421

A lifelong outdoorsman, he built his life and family around the swamps and saltwaters of old West Central Florida. Many that knew him could tell tales of adventures with him, as well as account for his many close calls and a steady stream of good luck, which seemed to eventually bring a laugh to all. His love and appreciation of the traditions of days long past, now live in the hearts of his family and friends. A “go-getter” (as he called himself), his work ethic was steadfast, and his family was his support, as he ran several businesses in various career fields over the years. With him, sleeping in was unheard of, and you would certainly be tired at day’s end. He believed in giving opportunities to others, and many could testify about his persistence in giving them a chance and making them believe they could be successful. Although he was not a man of many words, he made his words count, and his handshake was his unbreakable contract. He made sure his loved ones were taken care of, and providing was a hallmark of his character.

His retirement years brought him to Jefferson County, Georgia, where he found his farm home and a loving community, but he never actually retired. He grew in faith steadily all his life, but never as much as he did at home on the farm. Even in his final days, he would ask about farm chores and sing to the Lord.

Carl was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret Holland and Hollis Weaver; brother Sheldon Weaver; son, Elbert Carl Weaver, Jr.; and a son in-law, Danny Harris. He is survived by loving wife, Paula Weaver, of Bartow; daughter Sarah Harris, of Bartow; sons, Terry A. Weaver (Kathy) of Englewood, FL, Clois S. Weaver (Patty) of Bartow; stepdaughter, Robyn E. Clegg, of Toledo, OH; stepsons, Raymond E. Headley (Kayleen) of Live Oak, FL, Ryan L. Headley (Carrie) of Mac Farland, WI; 8 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 9 step-grandchildren; special loving brother, Macon Walden (Alma) of Louisville; loving caregiver Kathy Bynum (Gary) of Wadley; friend and former wife, Shirley Luplow of Bartow; his church family; and many friends.

You may sign the family’s online personal guestbook at www.taylorfhlouisville.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

12/26/2025

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and services of Ms. Rebekkah Heidi Kent, age 43 of Warren Street in Gibson who died on Monday, December 22, 2025.

Services will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday December 27, in the Sheppard Memorial Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home in Gibson with Rev. Tony Mimbs officiating. Burial will follow in the Euphrates Church Cemetery in Edgehill. Serving as pallbearers will be Dean Reese, Matt Kent, Russ Usry, Kyle Downs, Reid Rhodes and Andrew Turner. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until service time at 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

Heidi was born November 5, 1982, in Macon, GA, the only daughter of Mark O. Kent and the late Rendia Wells Kent. Heidi was an I.T. Expert and a member of the Assembly of God Church.

She was preceded in death by her mother, grandparents Willie B. Wells, Adelle Sammons Wells, Donald Kent and Sarah Mangum Kent and is survived by her beloved father, Mark D, Kent of Gibson, Aunt & Uncle, Lucinda & Roy Brookins of Byron, GA Uncle Judson Arrington Twin Falls, Idaho, High School – College sisters, Laurinda Ogburn, Jaye Martin, Jessica Van Noecker, and Trista Bowers, several cousins and lifelong friends.

A heartfelt thanks to the ministries of Mitchell Full Gospel Church, Full Gospel Lighthouse Church, and Mt. Zion Congregational Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers the family of Heidi asks that you consider memorials in her name to Mt. Zion Congregational Methodist Church.

You may sign the family's guest book at www.taylorfhgibson.com

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

12/23/2025

Taylor funeral home of Louisville announces the death of Ms. Natalie Sherrod Sills, age 43 of Brooklet, Georgia, who died Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at her home.

A celebration of life service will be announced after the holidays.

Natalie was born in Augusta on August 12, 1982. She was a 2000 graduate of Swainsboro High School and then went to Swainsboro Tech and graduated with an associate’s degree in nursing. She previously worked at the Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. When in high school, Natalie was very active in Georgia 4-H in Emanuel County and lived her life by what 4-H means: Head: Clear thinking, decision-making, and knowledge. Heart: Greater loyalty, caring, and compassion. Hands: Larger service, helping others, and practical skills. Health: Better living, physical and mental well-being.

Natalie was preceded in death by her sister, Rachael Julia Sherrod Akridge, nephew Jimmy Akridge, paternal grandparents, John Edward Sherrod and Betty Jean Denton, maternal grandparents, Cecil Davis and Mary Julia Davis, and longtime friend, Janet Clifton. She is survived by her mother, Cynthia Davis of Brooklet, her father, Don (Audrey) Sherrod of Midville, nieces, Julianna Akridge, Rebecca Akridge, and Julianna (fiancé Gary) nephew, Parker Harrill, aunt, Linda Davis (Mark) Bryant, great nephew, Mitchell Purvis, great niece, Anna Purvis, and many other lifelong friends.

You may sign the family’s personal guestbook online at www.taylorfhlouisville.com

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

12/18/2025

Taylor Funeral Home of Louisville announces the death and services of Mrs. Betty Thomas Hattaway, age 91, of Evans who died Tuesday morning, December 16, 2025, at Doctors Hospital of Augusta.
Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday morning, December 19, in the Louisville Methodist Church with Rev. Dan Underwood and Mr. Dwain Little officiating. Her final resting place will be in the family lot in Louisville City Cemetery.
Betty was the daughter of the late Herbert D. Thomas and Emmie Mae Thomas of Wadley, Ga. She was the widow of William Jerry Hattaway. She was also preceded in death by a son, Mike, and a daughter, Teresa, a sister, Gail Hattaway, and brother Meady Thomas.
Betty was a woman of faith and a member of Louisville Methodist Church and was a member of the Chancel Choir for several years. She read her Bible and did a devotion every day up until her final hours. Very rarely did you see Betty without a smile on her face. She had worked for Hadden’s IGA for several years and also was the secretary for the Louisville Methodist for several years. Betty’s greatest pastime was spending time with her family and friends.
Betty leaves to treasure her memories, a daughter, Della Hendrix (Ty), a son Bill (Joanna) Bartow, and a daughter-in-law, Becky Hattaway (Bobby). Betty adored her seven grandchildren: Bekki (Aaron) Hall, Thomson; Michael Hattaway (Kevin), Jason Hattaway (Chrissy), Megan Hattaway (Austin), Daniel Hattaway (Allison), Toni Hall, Lexington, SC; and Trey Hattaway, North Augusta, South Carolina, and ten great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Connie Roberson (Kirk), and several nieces and nephews.
Betty lived with her daughter and son-in-law in Evans until about three years ago, when she moved to Gibson Health and Rehab, due to declining health. She was treated with love and compassion by a wonderful and caring staff. She made many friends there, but some were very special. She leaves behind Diane Marsh, Carol Landrum, and Frances Hillman. This group was called the “Golden Girls”. Take it from here ladies! Jeff Kitchens was like a son and also made sure she was taken care of.
The family would like to thank Gibson Health and Rehab for all their dedicated and sweet staff, Doctors Hospital, and Georgia Hospice Care, for nothing but love and comfort during her final hours.
The family suggest remembrances be made in her memory to Louisville Methodist Church, 301 West 7th Street, Louisville, GA 30434.
You may sign the family’s guestbook online at www.taylorfhlouisville.com
Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

11/19/2025

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and funeral services of Mr. George Byron Snider, Sr., age 72 of Highway 102 West in Gibson, who died Tuesday morning, November 18, in the Piedmont Healthcare of Augusta.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the Sheppard Memorial Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home in Gibson with Rev. Kyle Downs officiating. Burial will follow the services in the family plot at Mill Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Mitchell. Men serving as pallbearers will be Lee Snider, Jeremy Snider, Jason Daniel, Phillip Marchman, Joshua Marchman, and George Lavender. Trace Daniel and Weston Snider will serve as honorary pallbearers.

A native of Glascock County, Byron was a son of the late George Ernest Snider and Madge Walden Marchman and was a 1972 graduate of Glascock County School. He had worked for the Central State Hospital in Milledgeville for 34 years in the housing office. Byron loved to just piddle and work in his garden and was a barbeque master, but his greatest pleasure was spending time with family and friends.

Byron was preceded in death by his parents, son George Byron Snider, Jr., 2 grandsons, Chase Daniel and Wells Snider, sister Margaret Lavender, and is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Diane Snider, of Gibson, daughter, Cassie Daniel (Jason) of Forsyth, sons, Lee Snider (Kristin) of Milledgeville, and Jeremy Snider of Milledgeville, brother Harold Marchman, of Milledgeville, 7 grandchildren, Trace Daniel, Sawyer Daniel, Weston Snider, Waylon Snider, Whitman Snider, Cage Snider, & Madelyn Snider, several nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services Saturday morning at the funeral home.

You may sign the family’s personal online guestbook at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

11/17/2025

Taylor Funeral Home of Gibson announces the death and funeral services of Mr. Michael E. Redfern age 66 (almost 67) who died Saturday afternoon, November 15, 2025, at his home in Edgehill.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in the Mt. Zion Congregational Methodist Church with Bro. Mark Kent and Rev. Ronnie Dixon officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Darrell Usry, Ricky Todd, Charles Roberts, Roy Brookins, Clay Gumby, Leroy King, Frankie Dixon and Michael Smith.

Michael was born on November 17, 1958, the son of the late Macon Emory Redfern and Maxie Walden Redfern, and was a lifelong resident of Edgehill. He had worked for many years logging with Michael and Wayne Smith Logging. Michael loved gardening, being on his John Deere tractor, and sharing his vegetable bounty with his neighbors and friends. He also loved to fish. He was very active in his church that he loved, Mt. Zion Congregational Methodist Church. His greatest pastime was spending time with family and friends.

Mr. Redfern was preceded in death by his parents and 2 infant brothers, and is survived by wife of 28 years Laura J. Redfern, sons, Mike Redfern, Jr., and Glyn Thomas (Michelle), grandson, Sullivan Thomas, granddaughters, Anna Williams and Emma Williams, sister, Judy Dixon, special cousins, Angela Lamb Barrow, and Roy Brookins, his church family and many life-long friends.

The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

You may sign the family’s personal online guestbook at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

11/17/2025

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Thelma Estelle Stephenson Ellis, who departed this life at 98 years young. Thelma began her journey on October 29, 1927, and her spirit returned to her Lord on November 11, 2025. As the beloved matriarch of our family, she was the seed from which multiple generations grew, each rooted in the strength, wisdom, and tough love she offered so freely. She loved family gatherings, puzzles, gardening and any activity that allowed her to serve others. She once wrote that "Love is the only Flower that grows and blossoms without the aid of seasons". Thelma never failed to be there for those she loved.

Shaped by a humble upbringing, a strong sense of integrity and a work ethic based on her Christian faith, she never stressed the "small stuff" and taught those around her to focus on what truly mattered. Her unwavering faith in God and His mercy allowed her to thrive in every environment and season of life. Thelma was cherished not only by family but by friends from all walks of life and faiths, each touched by her big presence despite her short stature. Her inner strength was undeniable—feisty, determined, and unshakable, carrying her through life’s challenges with resilience and grace.

While we mourn her passing, we know that when a loved one becomes a memory, their memory becomes a treasure. We invite all who knew her to celebrate her remarkable life, her joy, her love and the countless moments she shared with us. Her legacy of courage, devotion, and indomitable spirit will continue to inspire and live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

Thelma's passing was preceded by her parents, Estelle and Lancelot, brothers James and Lancelot Jr., and a sister Gwendolyn. She leaves to remember her a sister Eva Betty, a brother Andrew Kenneth, a sister-in-law Vondelle, two daughters, Ruby Veronica and Adalia Theresa, beloved nieces, nephews and an abundance of grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family. God blessed Thelma to see four generations flourish beyond her own and this host of family and friends who will always love their Mom, Grandma, Grandma #2, Grandma #3, Aunt, Great-aunt, Cousin and Friend. She Loved them all!

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday November 17, 2025 in the Sheppard Memorial Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home in Gibson with Elder, Henry Lewis, Jr., officiating.

You may sign the family’s personal guestbook online at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

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