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09/09/2025

Deborah “Machelle” Lynn, age 59, of Collins, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025 in the care of Community Hospice in Vidalia.

Machelle was born on October 5, 1965, and was a daughter of Clifton Palmer and Hilda Oliver Palmer. A lifelong resident of Collins, Machelle worked for Environmental Wood Products as a cabinet builder for many years. She enjoyed playing pool, fishing, dancing, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren. She was also a member of Hammonds Baptist Church.

Machelle was preceded in death by her mother and father, as well as her husband, Billy Ray Lynn; daughter, Amber Lynn; brothers-in-law, Charles Lynn and Stevie Lynn; and sisters-in-law, Wanda Sue Sanders and Lisa Smith.

Survivors are her Daughter, Shelley (Deven) Bradham; Brother, Donnie (Donna) Palmer; Sister, Pam (Johnny) Davis; brother-in-law, Clyde (Karen) Lynn; sisters-in-law, Dianne (George) Holland, and Diana Lynn; Niece, Macie (Rob) Davis; nephew, Patrick Palmer as well as several other nieces and nephews; grandchildren, Braxton Bradham, Kahne Bradham, Paytyn Bradham, and Kolby Mobley.

The funeral service for Mrs. Lynn will be on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 11 AM at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel. The family will receive friends for visitation one hour prior to the funeral service. Burial will take place at Collins Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers include Trent Aldrich, Regan Bradham, Lew Grahm, Chris Guthrie, Greg Kersey and Morgan Durrence.

Honorary Pallbearers include Environmental Wood Products.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

09/09/2025

Martha Helen Rushing, 92, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, September 6, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Statesboro, GA, under the home care of Ogeechee Area Hospice.

She was born in Metter, GA, to the late John Matthew Miles and Bertha Mae Prosser. Martha lived in Pulaski, GA, where she and her late husband, Carrol Brooks Rushing, farmed. Martha retired from FW Woolworth as their Buster Brown merchandiser. After retirement, she worked at Southern Manor and then worked as a private in-home caregiver.

She loved to cook and was featured in the Metter Advertiser as the “Good Cook of the Month.” She was a great home economist, preparing jams, jellies, canning, and freezing foods harvested from the family orchard and garden. Her true spiritual gift was hospitality. No one who visited her home left hungry, and most of the time, left with a to-go plate.

Martha was a member of Pulaski Missionary Baptist Church and attended there until she remarried the late Johnnie George Underwood. She is also preceded in death by her two brothers, Herman and John Miles, her daughter Hilda Houle, son-in-law Patrick Houle, and great-granddaughter Elena Luckett.

Surviving are her daughter, Dianne Luckett (Lee Luckett), and their three children, Brooks Alan Luckett (Amy) of Glen Ellyn, IL, Leann Luckett Miller (Donald) of Roseville, CA, and Lisa Luckett Blount (Bill) of Statesboro, GA. Also surviving are grandchildren Tammi Laurie Henderson of Pulaski, GA, and Joseph Christopher Houle of Pulaski, GA. She was blessed to have five great-grandchildren: Savannah Woodard, Leo Blount, Caroline Blount, Matthew Luckett, and Andrew Luckett.

The family will receive family and friends at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel of Metter on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 2 o’clock, followed by a graveside service at Lake Cemetery at 3 o’clock, officiated by Tom Alderman.

Pallbearers will be Brooks Luckett, Matthew Luckett, Bill Blount, Leo Blount, and Joseph Houle.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to Ogeechee Area Hospice.

Guestbook: www.kennedyfuneralhomechapels.com

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter is in charge of the arrangements.

09/09/2025

William H. “Bill” Lanier, 66, of Bainbridge, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025.

The funeral service will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Bethany Baptist Church with Rev. Warren Fox officiating. A graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m. at Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery (Metter) with Elder Craig Lanier officiating. John Parker, Justin Lanier, Parker Lanier, Will Parker, Gary Nichols, Paxton Parker, Fisher Parker, Hunter Lanier, Wade Kirkland, and Bo Griffin will serve as active pallbearers.

The family will receive friends immediately following each service. Online visitors may sign the guest register at www.bryantfuneralga.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bethany Baptist Church Building Fund, 216 Bethany Church Road, Brinson, GA 39825.

William Hardwick Lanier was born October 15, 1958, in Metter, GA, the son of Homer Lewis & Billie Edenfield Lanier. He was reared in the Union Community of Candler County and the Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church. Bill was a graduate of Candler County-Metter High School and pursued an associate in agribusiness from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. He was the comptroller for Meherrin Ag (Barber Fertilizer). Bill was a devoted member and deacon at Bethany Baptist Church.

Known affectionately as “Big Papa” by his grandchildren, Bill was a man who lived with a big heart and simple joys. He loved nothing more than casting a line with his best girl and always relished in the fact that D’Nena usually had the bigger fish. He enjoyed gathering around the table with family and friends sharing a good meal; this was the best day ever for Bill. (And Bill knew where ALLLL the good places to get fried catfish, fried shrimp, and good ol’ southern cooking were in town.) Legend has it that “Mama B” and “Papa John” are largely responsible for taking Bill from a lean 28 to husky in record time. The secret was introducing him to the likes of fried chicken, fish, cornbread, and all the goodness Mama B could muster. Papa John strutted the streets as Bill grew (literally) in his role as favorite son-in-law.

The radio in the truck was always tuned to the Elvis channel, Bill’s favorite. A man of faith, the calm in the storm, Bill regularly read from the 1611 King James Version of the Bible, drawing wisdom, strength, and comfort from its words. He prayed beautiful, heartfelt prayers and was known to preface some conversations with, “Now Sweetheart…” Bill leaves a legacy of unconditional love and absolute devotion to his family.

Survivors include his wife of 45 years, D’Nena Parker Lanier; his children, Justin & Jennifer Lanier, Parker & Melanie Lanier, John & Mandy Parker, and Will & Catie Parker; his grandchildren, Hunter, Presley, Meredith, Fisher, Paxton, Ellie, and EmmaKate; his sister, Becki Lanier; and his mother & father-in-law, Johnson & Betty Parker. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Robbie Parker.

08/16/2025

Joan Donahue Baugh, of Metter, passed away early Saturday morning, August 16, 2025 at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah.

Joan was born on May 27, 1958, and was a daughter of Danny Donahue and Betty Moseley Donahue. She was a homemaker and was of the Christian faith. Joan loved traveling and spending time with Andy, kids, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and she cherished her pets.

She was effectively known as Mama Joan, she had a servants heart. She loved hard. She was a caretaker and always told everyone “I Love You More”. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Donahue;grandfather, Arthur Moseley; brother-in-law, James Ballesteros; aunt Donna Carden; and a grandson, Hunter Baugh

Survivors are her parents Danny and Betty Donahue, her husband of thirty-eight years, Andy Baugh; three sons, Hank Baugh and his wife, Joanne, Eric Baugh and his wife, Jessica, Chris Brown and his wife, Kylie; brother, Skip Donahue and his wife Ann; a sister, Angela Ballesteros; grandchildren Nathan Grosso, Paul Grosso, Brooke Malone, Emily Rogers, Ty Brown, Madison Morris, Alexis Morris, Ean Baugh; great-grandchildren Harlee Guyer, Grayer Baugh, Dawson Wood; and several nieces, and nephews.

The memorial service for Mrs. Joan will be held 3 o'clock in the afternoon on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the family residence located at 746 Turkey Ridge Road, Metter.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

08/10/2025

Debbie H. Collum,82, passed early Sunday, August 10, 2025, at The Gardens Senior Living in Statesboro.
Mrs. Collum was born on February 15, 1943, and was the daughter of Lonnie and Alef Spears Holloway. She was married to Charles Collum for 55 years and raised two sons, Mark and Andrew. Graduating from the Georgia Baptist Hospital School of Nursing, she worked in several hospitals while moving frequently for Charles' military career in the Army. She volunteered on multiple Army bases with the American Red Cross and the Army Community Services. After settling in Metter upon her husband’s retirement, Debbie was a member of the Metter First Baptist Church where she also worked as the church secretary for twenty years. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Collum.
Surviving are her two sons, Mark Collum of Chattanooga, TN and Andrew Collum of Owensboro, KY; brother, Stephen (Karen) Holloway; sister, Linda (Gary) Starr; four grandchildren, Jed Collum, William Collum, Garet Collum and Hailey Collum; Great Grandchild, Violeta Collum and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held Friday, August 15, 2025, from 9:30-10:30 at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel with a graveside service following at 11 o’clock at Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Tom Alderman officiating.
Kennedy Funeral Home, Hooks Chapel, of Metter is in charge of the arrangements.

08/10/2025

Lucille Woods Sikes, of Collins, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, August 9, 2025, at Oxley Park Health and Rehabilitation.

Mrs. Sikes was born in Metter and lived most of her life in Collins. She was a daughter of the late Henry Woods and Belle Saturday Woods. On September 26, 1947, she married Edward “Buddy” Sikes, and they shared 67 loving years together until his passing.

Throughout her life, Mrs. Sikes was a dedicated worker, employed as a trimmer at JD Sportswear in Cobbtown and later with Toombs County Manufacturing. She was also a devoted partner to her husband in their farming efforts, particularly with the to***co crop. She was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bud Woods; sisters, Annie Laura Edenfield, F***y Bell “Skeater” Edenfield, and Exbee Goodman; and a grandson, Heath Sikes.

She is survived by her loving children: Edward Jackson Sikes, Jr. and Larry Gene Sikes, both of Collins; Earl Sikes (Darlene Lockwood) of Lyons; Willard Sikes of Reidsville; and her daughter, Susan Rose Sikes Eason (Louis) of Collins.

Her legacy also lives on through her grandchildren: Nick Sikes, Clayton Sikes, Clint Sikes, Jeffery Eason, Shannon Eason-Fugitt, Jessie Sikes Powell, and Amy Sikes Willet; and her great-grandchildren: Mason Sikes, Layla Sikes, Eva Sikes, Kase Sikes, Katlyn Eason, Taylor Eason, Cassie Riner, Brandon Powell, Carson Montford, Jaycie Willett and Beau Sikes.

She is also survived by her sister, Yvonne Tyler of Metter; sisters-in-law, Mary Collins of Lyons, Erlene Lively and Peggy Lively, both of Collins; brother-in-law, Buford Sikes of Collins; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel. The family will receive friends from 9:30 AM until 11:00 AM at the funeral home prior to the service.

Interment will follow at Hebron Cemetery.

Condolences may be shared at: www.kennedyfuneralhomechapels.com

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

08/07/2025

Donnie Jo Lanigan, 90, of Metter, Georgia passed away in Vidalia, Georgia on August 6, 2025, after a brief illness.

She was a lifelong resident of Candler County and the daughter of the late Don Rivenbark and Eliza Jo Mercer Rivenbark.

After graduating from Metter High School, she went to work for the Excelsior Electric Membership Corporation until her retirement after 40 years of employment. She thoroughly enjoyed reading, shopping, dancing, and watching Judge Judy on television. She attended the Metter Primitive Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Eliza Jo Rivenbark; her sister, Peggy Hand; and her husband, H.L. Lanigan.

Donnie Jo is survived by her nephew, Keith Hand (Jule) of Fruitland Park, Florida; great-nephew, Ethan Hand of Tavares, Florida; and great-niece, Stephanie Luttfring (Taylor) of Summerfield, Florida.

The funeral service for Donnie Jo will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 3 PM at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter.

The family will receive friends for visitation an hour prior to the service.

Burial will follow at Lake Cemetery in Metter.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel of Metter is in charge of the arrangements.

08/06/2025

Krista Dawn Beasley, age 53, of Twin City, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, GA, following a brief illness.

Mrs. Beasley was born on September 16, 1971, in Bulloch County, GA, to the late Bunnie Williford. She devoted her life to caring for others, spending many years as a nurse and later serving her community as a paramedic with Emanuel County EMS.

In her spare time, Krista enjoyed cross stitching, watching football, and following NASCAR racing. She leaves behind lasting memories with those who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Bunnie Williford, and stepfather, Tom Williford, Jr.

Survivors include her husband, Paul Beasley of Twin City, GA; her daughter: Sierra (Wesley) Peebles of Savannah, GA; her son, Tommy Beasley of Twin City, GA; her Sister: Barbara (Marty) Payne; her Brothers: Steve (Linda) Byrd and Rick (Terry) Byrd; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, August 8, 2025, at 11 am in Lake Cemetery in Metter, GA, with Rev. Johnny Beasley officiating.

The family will receive friends at Kennedy Funeral Homes – Hooks Chapel on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 6 PM until 8 PM.

Pallbearers will be Marty Payne, Wesley Peebles, Chris Griffith, Lance Griffith, Mark Beasley, and Bryan Beasley. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of Emanuel County EMS.

Guestbook: www.kennedyfuneralhomechapels.com

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter is in charge of the arrangements.

08/01/2025

Louie Allen Jarriel, 69, of Collins, passed away on July 31,2025, after a brief illness.

Louie was born on October 2, 1955, to Jason and Eleanor Jarriel in Reidsville. He was named after Dr. Louis Jelks.

Louie graduated from Reidsville High School and later attended Swainsboro Tech. He moved to Atlanta and attended Railroad School. In 1976 he joined the Navy and served on the USS Kansas City, stationed in San Francisco, CA. He obtained one of the highest honors as “Sailor of the Quarter” during his service. He received an honorable discharge in 1979. He worked for The Coca-Cola Company, fondly known as “The Coke Man”, and with Little Debbie Snacks until he retired in 2018. Louie was a member of Cedar Creek Primitive Baptist Church.

Louie, aka “Buddy”, loved hunting, fishing, camping; just about anything outdoors. Louie and his wife, Francine, volunteered with the Salvation Army of Savannah where they served the Kettle Ringers as well as helping prepare and serve food for the Salvation Army’s annual Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. In 2013, they were awarded the Outstanding Community Service Award for their extraordinary service and dedication to the Salvation Army of Savannah. They were featured in the Tattnall Magazine in 2013 that tells their love story.

He was predeceased by his parents, Jason and Eleanor Jarriel, maternal grandparents WG & Florrie Kennedy and paternal grandparents Dewey and Jenny Jarriel.

He is survived by his wife, Francine Lynn Jarriel of Collins, son, Jacob Jarriel (Alexis Parker) of Hagan; his siblings, Gail (Robert) West of Reidsville, Beth (Jimmy) Barnett of Bellville, Sue (Gonzalo) Garcia of Claxton, and Kim (Rob) Johnson of Columbia, SC; a grandchild, Ricky Lee Jarriel; and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be: Jeremy Threatte, Bryden Johnson, Braden Johnson, Harvey Lively, Kenith Threatte, and Wendell Colson.

Honorary pallbearer will be Van Harris.

Visitation will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 5-7pm at Kennedy Funeral Home, Cobbtown Chapel.

Funeral service will be held Sunday, August 3, 2025, at 2:00pm at Cedar Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Guestbook: www.kennedyfuneralhomechapels.com

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Cobbtown Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

07/30/2025

Kathryn "Kathy" Coleman Andrew
January 28, 1952 — July 29, 2025
Metter
In Loving Memory of Kathryn (Kathy) Diane Coleman Andrew, 73, of Metter, GA who passed away on Tuesday, July 29th after a courageous two-and-a-half-year battle with kidney disease and recently lung cancer. She faced each day with quiet strength, dignity and unwavering resilience.

Born on January 28, 1952, Kathy was known for her warm heart, thoughtful nature and the deep love she shared with family and friends. Whether it was through a kind word, a helping hand, or a steady presence in difficult times. Kathy touched the lives of many. Despite the challenges of illness, she continued to live fully, embracing moments of joy, reflections and connection. She taught us the true meaning of grace under pressure and reminded us to treasure each day. She is preceded in death by her parents, Kathleen Sinclair Coleman and Roy Leon Coleman.

Kathy is survived by husband Tom; daughter, Beth Smith, four adored grandchildren, Madison and Kaden Oglesby and Hayes and Asher Tucker; sister, Mary Morris; niece, Tracy Vermillion (Jon); nephew, Troy Wright (Jennifer) as well as countless great nieces and nephews, friends and extended family who will miss her dearly.

Visitation with family and friends will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10- 11 a.m. at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel.

A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel of Metter, Ga.

Interment will be at Lake Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Kathy’s honor to Patriot Guard Riders of Ga., Inc. PO Box 2025 Toccoa, GA 30577-1437.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

07/28/2025

Penny Ann Parker, 65, of Metter, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Penny was born November 22, 1959 in Metter, GA to the late L.O. and Margaret Parker. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Richard "Dicky" Parker, sister, Pegi Parker Dannelly., and nephew, Rob Paker.

Penny graduated from Pinewood Christian Academy. Penny was a University of Georgia Football fan (Go Dawgs!) as well as an Atlanta Braves fan. She loved her nieces and nephews.

Survivors include her brother-in-law Bruce Dannelly of Charlotte; niece, Dana Dannelly Arden and husband, Charles, of Harrisburg; nephew, Robert Dannelly, Jr. and wife, Suzanne, of Mooresville, nephew, Rich Parker and wife, Heather, of Roy, Washington and numerous extended family and friends.

A Memorial Service in Celebration of Penny's life will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 2 PM at Metter Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Mike Newman officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation starting at 1 PM until the time of service.

Kennedy Funeral Home, Hooks Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

07/14/2025

Joyce E. Vaughn, 92, passed away peacefully at Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center in Metter, Georgia on July 12, 2025, with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband James Bruce Vaughn, her son, James Bruce Vaughn, Jr. and daughter Pamela Sue Mood.

She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Rountree (Alden), grandchildren, Charles Rountree (Katelyn), Ryan Rountree, Marley Rountree, and Jennifer Wells (Tim) as well as three great-grandchildren, Autumn Rose Rountree, John Alden Rountree and Piper Leigh Rountree.

Joyce was born in Alpine, Tennessee on March 27, 1933. Joyce and her husband raised their children in Savannah, Georgia where Joyce was a stay-at-home mother and fashion consultant at Fine’s Department Store. Joyce, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, enjoyed gardening, sewing, quilting and handwork. She created many heirlooms that will be cherished by her family. Joyce will be laid to rest at Greenhill Cemetery in Alpine Tennessee next to her childhood home. In lieu of flowers family request gifts to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

The funeral service will be held Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 11 o'clock in the morning at Speck Funeral Home in Livingston, Tennessee.

Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery in Alpine, Tennessee.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter is in charge of the local arrangements.

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