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Mr. William “Woody” Strother Woods, 56, of Martin, GA passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021, at the Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, GA. Mr. Woods was born in Atlanta, GA on March 4, 1965, son of John Williams Woods of Cleveland, GA and the late Elizabeth Oliver Hammond. He was a restaurant manager having worked for Sonic Drive-In and was a United States Marine veteran. Mr. Woods was an active member of the Royston First United Methodist Church where he served in the Men’s Ministry, Children’s Ministry and was the sound operator. He was also a member of…

Jimmy Darrell Lott, age 71, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Jeff Davis Hospital, Hazlehurst, Georgia. Mr. Lott was born on February 28, 1950 in Coffee County, Georgia the son of the late Quincey Lott and Jackie Joiner Lott. Mr. Lott worked for Wal-Mart as a truck driver, a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Joyce Lott, and siblings, Judy Bennett, John Lott and Joe Lott. Survivors…

Terry Allie Herrington, age 71, of Broxton, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, September22, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Herrington was born on December 27, 1949 in Hazlehurst, Georgia the son of the late Allie Herrington and Myrtice Jewell Batchelor. Mr. Herrington worked for Wal-Mart as a truck driver, was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of Wesley Chapel, Alma, Georgia. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, James Timothy Herrington and a sister, Shirley Dale Herrington Stapleton. Survivors include his wife, Sylvia Ann Herrington of Broxton, GA; 2…

Jerris Faye Mattox, 74, of Douglas, passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2021, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Born on March 22, 1947, Mrs. Mattox was a life-long resident of Coffee County. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Mattox, her parents, Rhozier and Iris Mills, and an infant brother, Jim Mills. Mrs. Mattox had many interests including gardening, cooking, reading and sewing. She devoted much of her time to her family, often placing others before herself. She loved her animals dearly, spending many afternoons on nature walks with her dogs. She also enjoyed photography,…

On Sunday, September 26, 2021 Jimmy Tanner, 16 of Douglas, GA went home to be with the Lord and his Mother Reba Tanner. He was born on January 14, 2005 in Douglas, GA. Jimmy was full of life and smiles while he was with us. He would bring a smile to anyone who was around him. We know he has our Lord smiling right now. Jimmy is survived by his Father and Mother; Rev. Floyd and Sandy Tanner of Douglas, GA. Sister; Carla Ramirez of Douglas, GA Brother; Darien Ramirez of Douglas, GA. His Hospice…

Mrs. Judy Lynn Ammons Cage, 66, of Douglas, passed away Monday, September 13, 2021 at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Cage was born October 19, 1954 in Irwin County. She was the daughter of the late Henry Fulford & Vernell Ammons. Mrs. Cage was a homemaker. Mrs. Cage is survived by: Daughter: Tommie Jean Rodriguez of Douglas, Sons: William “Billy” Cage, Jr., Albert & Daughter-in-law: Yesi Cage of Miami, Florida; Brian Cage of Douglas; Brandon Cage of Douglas, Shaun & Brittany Cage of Bradenton, Florida; Brother: Billy Ammons; Sisters: Sheree Rogers & Aline Seagrove; 15 grandchildren; several nieces,…

Mr. Sam D. Wood, age 86, of Douglas passed away late Friday night, September 24, 2021 at his residence following a short illness. Mr. Wood was born November 1, 1934 to the late William Harvey Wood and the late Viola Johnson Wood. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by and infant daughter and several brothers and sisters. Mr. Wood, a native of Raleigh, NC had been a truck driver for 6o plus years. Survivors include: Wife: Brenda Adams Wood of Douglas, GA Children: Kathy Pietrantonio of Reading, PA William Gregory Wood of Pensacola, FL Jeffery Sam Wood…

Mr. Jackie Copeland, age 74 of Douglas passed away Wednesday afternoon, September 22, 2021 at Landmark Hospital in Savannah following a short illness. Mr. Copeland was born July 6, 1947 to the late James E. Copeland and the late Lizzie Belle Daniels. Mr. Copeland, a native of Ft. Myers, FL was self employed in home construction. He attended the First Assembly of God and the Church of God. Survivors include: His wife: Debra Ann Crites Copeland of Douglas, GA Son: Shawn Copeland of Douglas, GA Daughters: Cynthia Lynn Musgrove of Douglas, GA Debbie Ann Davis of West Green, GA…

Mr. Richard Lawrence Henderson, Sr. age 76 of Douglas, passed away Monday, September 20, 2021 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Mr. Henderson was born July 21, 1945 to the late William Henderson and the late Dorothy Oldham Henderson. Mr. Henderson, a native of Orlando, FL, was self employed as a welder. He attended St. Mark’s United Methodist Church. Mr. Henderson was also a veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Survivors include: 6 Children: Misty Henderson of Douglas, GA, Ricky Henderson, Troy Henderson, D. D. Watson, Larry Henderson and Michael Henderson, all of Trenton,…

Infant Estella Ann Shook of Axson, GA passed away Monday, September 20, 2021 at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Survivors include: Parents: Scott Andrew Shook and Lesley Temple Shook of Axson, GA Sister: Aria June Shook of Axson, GA Maternal Grandparents: David Temple of Jekyll Island, GA Rebecca Ricketson Temple of Douglas, GA Step-Maternal Grandmother: Carla Sue Temple of Jekyll Island, GA Paternal Grandparents: Michael Wayne and Wanda Moore Shook of Douglas, GA A private graveside service will be held Friday, September 24, 2021 at Carver Cemetery with Rev. Philip Corbean officiating. Due to COVID-19, the family would like to ask…