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Macie Threatt Pearce, age 76, of Ambrose, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Tift Regional Hospital, Tifton, Georgia. Mrs. Pearce was born on March 28, 1945 in Irwin County, Georgia the daughter of the late George Wesley and Selma Butler Threatt. Mrs. Pearce retired from the Catfish House of Ocilla, Ocilla, GA and was of the Holiness faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Ralph, George Jr. and, Tom Threatt and 3 sisters, Elva Royal, Kathleen Paulk and, Clara Jean Threatt. Survivors include 3 daughters, Marian Mitchell of Ambrose,…

Wiregrass Tech recently recognized two employees for their dedication, hard work, and leadership skills by the faculty and staff of the college. Wiregrass employees annually nominate a staff member and a supervisor for their exemplary performance on the job. The nominations are narrowed down by a committee, and the finalists are interviewed by a panel of judges to decide who will be honored. Trevecca Doggett, Adult Education Services Administrative Assistant, was awarded the ninth James A. Bridges Vanguard Award for the staff member of the year. She is described by her peers as one who goes above and beyond…

Ms. Ana Silvia Montoya Garcia, 61 of Pearson, GA passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. She was born February 5, 1960. She is the daughter of the late Rafael Barrera-Flores and Maria Arjelia Montoya. Ms. Garcia is survived by her sons, Jaime Garcia and Gerardo Garcia. Sisters: Mercedez Lievano, Nelly Lievano, Irma Lievano, Maria E. Lievano and Patricia Lievano. 1 Grandchild, Several Nieces, Nephews and other family members also survive. Other than her parents Ms. Garcia is preceded in death by her husband, Hector Manuel Garcia. Visitation will take place Thursday, June 3, 2021…

Ms. Juliette Marie Calas, age 30, of Axson, passed away, Saturday, June 12, 2021, at Satilla Memorial Health in Waycross, Ga., after a short illness. Survivors include: Parents: Jose and Maria Calas of Axson, Ga. Son: Matthew Alexander Calas Daughters: Isabella Marie Calas Yara Marie Calas Brother: Christopher Calas of Axson, Ga. Special Friend: Sabrina J. Garcia of Willacoochee, Ga. Several other relatives also survive. Funeral services for Juliette will be held Saturday, June 19, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Relihan Funeral Home Chapel in Pearson, Ga. Memorialization will be by cremation.…

Mrs. Wanda H. Bowen, age 76 of Pearson, Ga., passed away, Friday, May 28, 2021, at Navicent Medical Center in Macon following an extended illness. A native of Atkinson County, Mrs. Bowen was born, March 26, 1945, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.C. and Vera Lucille Fussell Mobley. Throughout her life, she worked as an operator in the local sewing factory and as a homemaker. Mrs. Bowen was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Bennie Hawkins, Jr. Survivors include: Sons: Benjamin…

Lester William “Billy” Corbitt, age 52, of Macon, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Crumpler, North Carolina. He was born April 4, 1969, in Albany, Georgia, to the late Lester Bill and Mary Corbitt. Billy grew up In Macon, Georgia surrounded by a loving community of family and friends. He graduated from Chapel Hill Academy. Billy loved the Lord and this was demonstrated through his kind and compassionate spirit. He cared deeply for his family and friends and gave generously to those in need. Billy was known for his quick wit and dry sense of humor. …

Mr. Timothy Edward Coleman, age 58 of Ambrose, passed away early Thursday morning, June 10, 2021 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Coleman was born September 14, 1962 to late William Robert Coleman and the late Javene Scarborough Coleman. Mr. Coleman, a native of Coffee County, had been employed in home construction with Freedom Homes. He was a member of College Avenue Baptist Church. Survivors include: Wife: Sonya Collins Coleman of Douglas, GA Step-Mother: Sue Coleman Children: Shon Coleman and wife Bridgett of Warner Robins, GA Shane Coleman and wife Dianne of Brunswick, GA Sheron Coleman…

Mr. Joey Allen Barfield, Sr., age 62 of Douglas, passed away Monday morning, June 7, 2021, at his residence following a short illness. Mr. Barfield was born January 3, 1959 to the late Joseph Bittaker and the late Annie Faye Garrett Barfield. Mr. Barfield, a native of Coffee County, was an auto transmission mechanic. Survivors include: Children: Meredith Carver of Douglas, GA Joey Allen Barfield, Jr. of Douglas, Stephen Christopher Barfield of Douglas, GA Brandon Barfield of Hazlehurst, GA Sister: Melinda Hulett of Broxton, GA Several Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Many Friends. Memorialization will be by cremation. Ricketson Funeral…

Ms. Sherrie Lynn Lee Garrett, age 58 of Douglas, passed away Saturday afternoon, June 5, 2021 at her residence following a short illness. Ms. Garrett was born, February 28, 1963 to the Delmar Lee and the late Betty Pendergrass Lee. Ms. Garrett, a native of Overton County, TN, had been a floor supervisor for Kmart. Survivors include: Son: Michael Ryan Garrett of Douglas, GA Sisters: Patricia Nash of Douglas, GA Kathy Martin of Albany, GA Brother: David Lee of Sylvester, GA Grandchild: Chandler Garrett of Douglas, GA Great Grandchildren: Nolan Davis Garrett of Douglas, GA Evelyn Garrett of Lake City,…

Mr. Walter Allen Busby, age 75 of Douglas, passed away late Thursday afternoon, June 3, 2021 at Tift Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Mr. Busby was born, May 16, 1946 to the late David Preston Busby and the late Edith Troop Busby. Mr. Busby, a native of Douglas, GA was a heavy equipment operator with CSX Railroad. He was a veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was also a member of Southview Church of God. Survivors include: Children: Renea Taylor of Fitzgerald, GA Amanda Sterling of Gainesville, GA David Busby of Colquitt, GA…