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Mr. Henry Cecil Spivey, age 78 of Axson, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022, at his home following an extended illness. Survivors include: 3 Sons: Christopher Spivey of Blackshear, Ga. Henry Cecil “Boo Boo” Spivey of Axson, Ga. Barry Hamilton of Axson, Ga. 2 Daughters: Rosa Luke and husband Wesley of Pearson, Ga Mary Rodriguez of Prosperity, S.C. 7 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive. Funeral services for Mr. Spivey will be held on Monday, May 9, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Axson Cemetery with Rev. Randall Rhymes and Rev. Edward Mathews officiating.…

Mrs. Donna Lee Shilling, age 80 of Axson, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at Satilla Regional Hospital in Waycross following an extended illness. Survivors include: 5 Sons: Edward Kimmerling and wife Melissa of Ray City, Ga. Allen Kimmerling of Axson, Ga. Timothy Kimmerling of Lakeland, Ga. Carl Kimmerling and wife Brenda of Willacoochee, Ga. Joseph Kimmerling of Valdosta, Ga. 3 Sisters: Linda Pettit and husband Dennis of Burbank, Ca. Suzanne Ellis of Alabama Robin McDonald of Titusville, Fl. 2 Stepsisters: Pattie and Cookie 26 Grandchildren, 28 Great-Grandchildren and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive. Visitation…

Mrs. Leisha Carol Miller Young, age 59 of Douglas, passed away Wednesday afternoon, May 4, 2022 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born December 16, 1962 to Barney Miller and Carolyn Futch Miller. Mrs. Young, a native of Coffee County, was a Pre-K Teacher at Eastside Baptist Preschool. Also she was a homemaker. Leisha was a member of Douglas Christian Fellowship Church. Survivors include: Her Husband of 31 Years: James Melvin Young of Douglas, GA 2 Sons: Chadwick James Young and wife Sarah of Nicholls, GACarter Jackson Young of…

Mr. James Donnie Smith, age 61 of Douglas, GA, passed away Tuesday afternoon, May 3, 2022, at his residence following a short illness. Mr. Smith was born September 18, 1960 to the late Phillip Pat Smith and the late Joyce Burkett Smith. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Elaine Holder Smith. Mr. Smith, a native of Douglas, GA, was a self-employed truck driver. He was a member of Harvest Time Church of God. Survivors include: 2 Daughters: Shelley Smith of Willacoochee, GASheena Liles and husband Parker of Pearson,…

Mr. Richard L. Thurston, age 62 of Douglas, passed away Monday morning, May 2, 2022 at Vista Park following an extended illness. Mr. Thurston was born June 5, 1959 to the late Harry Thurston and the late Marie Smith Thurston. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Laney Whitley and a sister, Mary Helen Brigmond. Survivors include: His wife: Jan Roberts Thurston of Douglas, GA 2 Children: Ryan Thurston and wife Fallon of Douglas, GAShelley Whitley and husband Michael of Douglas, GA 5 Grandsons: Weston Whitley, Sawyer…

Mr. George Edward “Eddie” O’Steen, age 83, of Willacoochee, GA, passed away Sunday morning, May 1, 2022, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. O’Steen was born November 20, 1938 to the late Harry Lee O’Steen and the late Rita Gertrude Maulden O’Steen. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Howard O’Steen, Wayne O’Steen and 1 Sister: Margaret McClendon. Mr. O’Steen, a native of Atkinson County, was an insurance agent for 23 years with United Insurance Company of America. He was also a member of Mora Missionary Baptist Church. Mr.…

Frances Nannette Register Trowell (June 23, 1934 – May 5, 2022) was born in Dublin, Georgia to the late Roy Benjamin Register and Sara Frances Garner Register and graduated from Bessie Tift and Valdosta State Colleges. Mrs. Trowell taught students in grades 2 through 12 in Coffee County Schools for 30 years. She enjoyed her time spent as a 15-year Coffee Regional Medical Auxiliary volunteer and as a member since 1958 of Douglas First United Methodist Church. Surviving family members include her husband, Chris Trowell; children Nan Brown of Johns Creek, GA, Tina (Tom) Whittingslow of Neptune Beach, FL,…

Talmadge Leroy Evans Jr, age 65, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at his residence after an extended illness. Mr. Evans was born on June 29, 1956, in Coffee County, GA to the late Talmadge Leroy Evans Sr. and the late Lonnie Mae Steptoe Evans. Survivors include: His Daughter: Sabrina Evans of Wray, GA, Four Brothers: Gordon Evans, of Douglas, GA, Martin (Katie) Evans of Broxton, GA, James Evans of Douglas, GA, and Samuel Evans of Douglas, GA. Two Grandchildren: Shadd Hursey of Douglas, GA, and Shellby Evans of Douglas, GA. He was preceded…

As part of the Georgia HEART Hospital Program, Ameris Bank has donated $1,805,000 to 18 rural hospitals throughout Georgia. Ameris Bank has participated in the program since 2018, contributing more than $7,800,000 to rural Georgia hospitals. “Hospitals and their dedicated healthcare workers have gone above and beyond, especially over the past few years, to support their patients and communities,” said Ameris Bank CEO Palmer Proctor. “We are proud to support these hospitals and know they will put the funds to good use to continue delivering compassionate and quality care.” The Georgia HEART Hospital Program partners with the Georgia…

The Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council (DMYC) held its last meeting for the 2021-2022 school year on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at the Youth Center. The Council recognized the April Outstanding Youth, Community Member, and learned more about Child Abuse Awareness Month from the Child Advocacy Center Director, Carol Williford. The Youth Council member chosen to spotlight for April is Jeremiah Bazell. Jeremiah is the son of Gerald Bazell and Cynethia Lloyd. He is currently enrolled in the 8th grade at Coffee Middle School. He is a Student-Athlete who has made honor roll all of the 21-22 school year while playing…