Baker Funeral Home, 2222 GA Highway 37 East, Moultrie, GA (2026)

02/04/2026

David Stephen "Steve" Mathis

David Stephen “Steve” Mathis, 75, of Norman Park, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 surrounded by his family.

A funeral service will be held Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Reverend Mitch Griffin officiating. Interment to follow at Cool Springs Free Will Baptist church cemetery. Landon Bacon, Charley Bacon, Jesse Mathis, Jacob “Jake” Mathis, Brent Mathis, and Chad Nalls will serve as pallbearers. Denver Braswell and Johnny Brown will serve as honorary pallbearers.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Born on June 21, 1950, in Tifton, Georgia, he was the son of the late Lemuel David “Dick” Mathis, Jr. and Frances Skinner Mathis.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Tommy Nalls. Steve retired from Southern Valley after 27 years, serving as Director of Expansion and Purchasing. He found his greatest joy in being with family and friends. His favorite place to relax and unwind was Mexico Beach.

He is survived by his wife, Valda Marie Roberts Mathis; children, Brad Mathis and wife Laura of Adel, Cary Mathis Bacon and husband Ramsey of Blackshear, Monica Schwalls Redding and husband Jody of Moultrie, Jon Schwalls of Norman Park, Dug Schwalls and wife Ashley of Norman Park, and Del Schwalls of Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Jesse Mathis, Jake Mathis, Charley Bacon, Landon Bacon, Maggie Bacon, Katie Tugwell, Maddie Tugwell, Carter Schwalls, Ellie Schwalls, Sylvie Schwalls, Sophie James Schwalls, Thomas Schwalls, Griffin Schwalls, Jacob Schwalls, Brice Redding and wife Carly, and Blake Redding; great-grandchild, John B Redding; sister, Sherrie Mathis Nalls; brothers Mark Mathis and wife Teri, and Brian Mathis and wife Debbie, both of Tifton; numerous nieces, nephews, and great- nieces and nephews.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home & Crematory.

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02/02/2026

Vera Corene Williams

Vera Corene Craven Williams, 94, of Moultrie, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Reverend Jackie Cabaniss, Reverend Dr. John David Williams, and Reverend Don Williams officiating. Interment to follow at China Grove Cemetery. John David Williams, Jonathan Williams, Caleb Williams, Joshua Williams, Donnie Lawson, Eric Lawson, Scott Turner and Kenny Fortune will serve as pallbearers. Her granddaughters, Julianna Morlan, Heather Grantham, Haley Fortune, and Lisa Cusimano, will serve as honorary pallbearers.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home.

Born on October 22, 1931, in Ellenton, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Willis Raymond Craven and Mary Jane Strawder Craven. Mrs. Williams enjoyed traveling, doing word searches, and listening to bluegrass music. She loved game shows, with Wheel of Fortune being her favorite. She even appeared in movies as an extra and was once a contestant on Family Feud. She was a lifelong member of China Grove Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Williams; son, Hank Williams; grandson, James Micah Williams; brother, Ralph Craven; sisters, Florene Craven Horsley, Marie Gornto, and Irene Craven Wilder.

She is survived by her children, Reverend Don and Jeanne Williams of Macon, Sandra and David Brock of Moultrie, Debra and Ricky Turner of Moultrie, Wanda and Ken Fortune of Eatonton, and daughter-in-law, Belinda Baker Williams of Hoschton; grandchildren, John David Williams and wife Sabrina, Jonathan Williams, Julianna Morlan and husband Derrick, Caleb Williams, Joshua Wiliams, Donnie Lawson and wife Jennifer, Eric Lawson and wife Calie, Scott Turner and wife Marlana, Heather Grantham and husband Bradley, Haley Fortune and husband Jody, Kenny Fortune and Lisa Cusimano; 22 great-grandchildren; 3 great-greatgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home & Crematory.

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01/31/2026

Kimberly Crawford Barden

Kimberly Crawford Barden, 65, of Moultrie, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at her home.

Funeral service will be held at 4:00 PM Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Reverend Jeffery Johnson officiating. Keon Caldwell, Jr., Keon Caldwell, Christian Truelove, Jacob Truelove, Matthew Craven, and Seth Gay will serve as pallbearers. Tony Wood and Shane Crawford will be honorary pallbearers. Interment will follow at Baker/Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home.

Born September 7, 1960, in Moultrie, Georgia, to the late Jimmie Crawford and Betty Jean Hamilton. Mrs. Barden was a remarkably strong woman whose life was defined by love, faith, and unwavering devotion to her family. Through every season of life, she showed resilience, grace, and quiet strength, always putting others before herself.

She was an exceptional mother and grandmother, and her children and grandchildren were truly the center of her world. Everything she did was for them—her time, her energy, her prayers, and her love. She took great pride in caring for her family and found her greatest joy in watching them grow, succeed, and gather together.

Mrs. Barden was also a loving and devoted sister, offering support, loyalty, and kindness that could always be counted on. Her family knew her as someone who stood strong in difficult moments and celebrated wholeheartedly in joyful ones.

Her faith in Jesus guided her life and shaped the way she loved others. It was a constant source of strength and comfort, and she lived her faith through compassion, service, and steadfast belief.

She especially loved cooking, watching cooking shows, and preparing meals for holidays and special occasions. The holidays were her favorite, when the kitchen came alive with her care and attention, and the table became a place of connection and togetherness. Her cooking was more than food—it was an expression of love.

Mrs. Barden will be remembered as a strong woman, a devoted mother and grandmother, a caring sister, and a woman of deep faith. Her legacy lives on through the family she cherished so deeply, and she will be forever loved and dearly missed.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Barden; grandparents, Ola Mae Hamilton and husband Wesley and Annie Mae Carwford and husband Thomas.

Mrs Barden is survived by her sons, Brandon Crawford and wife Joyce of Moultrie, Clint Fisher and wife Erica Gray of Texas, and Joshua Wood of Moultrie; daughter, Heather Caldwell and husband Keon, Sr. of Moultrie and Jessica Norris and husband Rick A Pena of Texas; grandchildren, Autumn Crawford, Shane Crawford, Keon Caldwell, Jr., Breannah Caldwell, Asia Lamb, Silas Crawford, Teneal Gray, Taylor Gray, Ricardo Pena and Aleck Pena; great grandchildren, Jacob Gray, Layla Gray and Ava Holmes; sisters, Cheryl Lynn Powell, and Crystal Gandy; nieces and nephews, Candance Taylor and Nathaniel Wiley of Moultrie, Saber Simmons-Bennett and husband Rashaud; great nieces and nephews, Christian Truelove, Jacob Truelove, and Jayanna Truelove; and her longlife bestfriend, Sharon Hurst.

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01/30/2026

Bobbie Jean McMurphy McCook

Bobbie Jean McMurphy McCook, 73, of Moultrie, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Born on August 28, 1952, in Moultrie, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late James William McMurphy and Mary Louise Cox McMurphy.

Mrs. McCook cherished time spent with her family above all else. She also enjoyed antiquing, searching for hidden treasures at yard sales, and playing cards.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Willie Ray McCook; brothers, Larry Eugene McMurphy, Gary Lamar McMurphy, and Michael Allen McMurphy; sisters, Effie Irene Gibson, Wilma Jean Williams, Shelia Diane Brooks, and Carolyn Ann Gibson; and a son-in-law, Dwayne Clark.

She is survived by her daughters, Ginger Clark, and Tammy Jones (Denny Gay); brothers, James Ronnie McMurphy and wife Kathy, Harold Junior McMurphy and wife Debbie, and Leonard Craig McMurphy and wife Dana; sisters, Virginia Ann Meads and husband Joey, Betty Lou Pope and husband BB; grandchildren, Crystal Olgetree, Brandon Boyd, and Savannah Clark; great-grandchildren, Dakota Olgetree, and Kholton Boyd; and a special friend, David Jett.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home & Crematory.

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01/26/2026

Margaret Ellen Jones Giles

Margaret Ellen Jones Giles,75, of Doerun, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Colquitt Regional Medical Center.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Doerun City Cemetery with Reverend Dr. David Benton officiating.

Born October 21, 1950, in Moultrie, GA to the late Bobby Jones and Margaret Croy Jones. Mrs. Giles was a hairdresser at Hair Doctor, where she took great pride in her work. She loved antiquing, fishing, and hunting, and her greatest joy came from being with her family—especially her beloved grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking and baking and relaxing at home watching game shows.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Tony Giles, and sister, Anne Strickland.

Mrs. Giles is survived by her husband, Ellis Terry Giles; daughter, Amy Giles and husband Roger Lott of Doerun; grandchildren, Haylen Giles, Tanner Giles, Savannah Lott, Payton Lott, Mila Lott, Meralynne Giles; great-grandson, Paxton Scott; sisters, Sue Jones and Kathy Brady (Larry), both of Doerun; sister by heart, Johnsie Hanfield Crosby of Doerun; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Colquitt Regional Hospice at 415 Rowland Dr, Moultrie, GA 31768 or the American Cancer Society at 270 Peachtree St NW, Suite 1300 Atlanta, GA 30303

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home.

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01/26/2026

Donald Rex Young

Donald Rex Young,84, of Doerun, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at a family home.

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Reverend Stephan Massey officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour before the service.

Born June 5, 1941, in Worth County to the late Emmit Primus Young and Letha Mae Whittington Young.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Ernestine Laverne White Young; and 7 brothers and sisters.

Mr. Young is survived by his wife, Ann Grier Young of Doerun; sons, Kenneth Young of Worth County, and Chris Young and wife Carla of Moultrie; daughter, Pam Wisham of Moultrie; grandchildren, Haley Harrold (Cameron), and Hannah Wisham (Jay); great grandchildren, Ryleigh Taylor, Simon Schmidt, Kalan Marshall, Madison Schmidt, and Bentley Schmidt; brother, Jimmy Young of Doerun; and sister Carolyn Edwards of Leesburg.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home.

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01/25/2026

Ruthie Elle Crossett

Ruthie Elle Crossett went to be with Jesus on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Cindy Gloster, and her great-grandmothers, Ivonne Alexander and Audrey Weeks.

Baby Ruthie is survived by her parents, Ronald and Erin Crossett of Moultrie; siblings, Ronald Crossett, Jr., and Riley Crossett both of Moultrie; grandparents, Pam Howard of Norman Park, Steve and Stacie Howard of Valdosta, and David Crossett and wife Thresea of Enigma; great grandparents, Randy Weeks of Norman Park, and Robert Alexander of Norman Park; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home.

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01/23/2026

Shirley Jean Brown Campbell

Shirley Jean Brown Campbell, 60, of Moultrie, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at her home.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 2:00 pm in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Reverend Julian Griner officiating. Interment will follow at Baker Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Stephen Blair, George Brown Jr., Carl Brown Jr., Schuyler Drusko, Brian Tucker, and Dewey Young will serve as pallbearers.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Born on August 6, 1965, in Quitman, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late George Brown and Martha Holmes Brown.

Mrs. Campbell held an accounting certificate and worked as a private caregiver, a role that reflected her caring and dependable nature. She cherished time spent with her family and found joy in life’s simple pleasures. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, fishing, and traveling to casinos while trying her luck at gambling. She was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Ivey Brown; and brothers-in-law, Scott Campbell and Robert Campbell.

She is survived by her husband, Richie Albert Campbell of Moultrie; daughters, Kara Willoughby, Chrystal Mae Goodale and husband TJ, and Beth Dangar; son, Marc Willoughby; grandchildren, Timmy Goodale, Noah Goodale, and Gabriel Goodale; sisters, Wanda Croft, Brenda Yarbrough and husband Tim, and Mary Drusko and husband Stephen, all of Norman Park; brothers, Buddy Brown and wife Beth of Norman Park, Carl Brown and wife Lana of Norman Park and William Brown of Michigan; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Gwen Horne Brown, Linda and Ed Pritchet, Arthur and Tina Campbell, Danial Campbell, and Phillip Campbell; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home & Crematory.

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01/23/2026

Stella Elizabeth Hester Pearson

Stella Elizabeth Hester Pearson, 77, of Norman Park, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her family.

A memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Midway Free Will Baptist Church, with Reverend Randy Jackson officiating.

The family will receive friends starting at 5:30 PM at the church.

Born on November 23, 1948, in Cairo, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Henry Hester, Jr. and Frances Elizabeth Brockett Hester Dollar. Mrs. Pearson worked as a dispatcher and an es**rt driver with Yearty Mobile Homes and with Home Health at Colquitt Regional Medical Center. She was a devoted fan of the Georgia Bulldogs and loved watching NASCAR, especially cheering on her favorite drivers, Dale Earnhardt and Kyle Busch. In her quieter moments, she enjoyed crocheting, listening to music, and spending time with her family, whom she cherished deeply. Mrs. Pearson was very active in her church, Midway Freewill Baptist, where her faith and service were an important part of her life.

Mrs. Pearson is survived by her husband, James O. Pearson of Norman Park; daughters, Susannah Hughes-Mansfield (Robyn) of Thomasville, Laurie Gay of Moultrie; son, Grant McCormick (Jamie) of Savannah; step-sons, James B. Gaston of Fort Worth, TX, Bryan Pearson and, Dwayne Pearson of Sylvester; grandchildren, Kristen Strickland (Blake), Tyler Floyd (Shelby), Jeffery McCormick, Emerson McCormick, Aubrey Hall, and Gracie Gay; great-grandchildren, Teagan Floyd, Ezra Floyd, Scarlett Strickland; sisters, Cindy Hester and Alice Smith of Ludowici, GA; and special niece, Libby Eustis of Highlands, NC; and her fur babies, Boudy and Rudy.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home.

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01/22/2026

Tarol Lee Hunter

Tarol Lee Hunter passed away on January 22, 2026, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Reverend Andrew Parker, and Jamie Hunter officiating. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5 pm until 7:00 pm on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Baker Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Mike King, Oscar Ansley, Bob Harrell, Matt Stout, Jerry Bennett, and Jim Robison. Honorary pallbearers will be Dewitt Jordan and Tommy Schrouder.

Born August 29, 1948, in Moultrie, Georgia, he was the son of the late Frank G. Hunter and Wilma Harnage Morey.

He attended Riverside Holiness Church and Providence Holiness Church, where he enjoyed hearing his grandchildren sing and play music. He was an avid researcher of genealogies and the history of Moultrie, Riverside, and Colquitt County. He was the owner and operator of Hunter Exterminating, where he loved talking with each of his customers.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his twin sister, Carol Sue Hunter, his brother, Jerome Hunter, and his grandson, Matthew Nowland.

He is survived by two sisters, Wonnie Ansley (Oscar) and Lisa King (Mike); four children, Tracy Hunter (Becky), Timmy Hunter (Kelly), Beckie Nowland (Shain), and Jamie Hunter (Jo); ten grandchildren, Caleb Hunter (Sierra), Anna Grace Hunter, Hayden Hunter, Zach Nowland, Levi Hunter, Caroline Hunter, Wyatt Hunter, Cody Hunter, Brett Hunter, and Olivia Nowland; extended grandchildren Shain Nowland (Lindsey), Caleb Nowland (Destiny) and Ryan Nowland (Kayla); and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended great grandchildren.

Baker Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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01/19/2026

William Crisp, Jr.

William Crisp, Jr., passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at his residence.

Arrangements are pending at this time.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home and Crematory.

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01/19/2026

Alita Powell Hobby

Alita Powell Hobby, 79, of Moultrie, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Pruitt Health.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the chapel of Baker Funeral Home with Reverend Jim Horne officiating. Interment will follow at Leila Church Cemetery. Tyson Hobby, Turner Hobby, Josh Roberts, Brook Ulm, Brayden Kleine, and Brody Kleine will serve as pallbearers.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Born on July 26, 1946, in Washington, D.C. She was the daughter of the late Marvin Junior Powell and Sarah Wanelle Weeks Powell. Mrs. Hobby worked at Riverside Manufacturing.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Rodney Hobby.

Mrs. Hobby is survived by her son, Travis Hobby and wife Mandy of Omega; daughters, Rhonda Ulm of Adel, Tanya Kleine and husband, Rocky of Ty Ty; brother, Marty Powell and wife Kathy of Omega; sisters, Janet Golden and husband, Don of Omega, and Cathy Davis and husband, Ferrell of Tifton; grandchildren, Jacob Hobby, Jonathan Hobby, Tyson Hobby, Turner Hobby, Josh Roberts and wife, Heather, Briannah Gaffney and husband, Skyllair, Brook Ulm, Kelsey Luke and husband, David, McKenzie Hernandez and husband, Jr., Brayden Kleine, Brooklyne Kleine, Brody Kleine, Breiley Kleine; great-grandchildren, Lily Roberts, Kayden Murray, Karter Luke, Delanie Luke, Costa Hernandez, Sarah Hernandez, Gabriel Hernandez, and Dallas Kleine.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Leila Church Cemetery Fund.

Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Home.

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