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Ruby Hall Anderson, age 80 of Douglas, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Vista Park. Mrs. Anderson was born on November 9, 1939 and was the daughter to the late Glenn Hall and the late Lois Marie Steverson Hall. She was a seamstress for thirty years at Federal Corset and former manager of Faye’s Dress Shop. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Burnell Anderson; daughter, Angela Batten; and two brothers, Johnny Hall and Willis Hall. Survivors include daughter, Donna A. O’Steen of Douglas; brother, Billy Hall of Douglas; four grandchildren, Amy…

In a joint community effort to ensure South Georgia State College (SGSC) student-athletes have access to quality care, Orthopedic Surgeons of Georgia (OSGA) has hired certified athletic trainer, Shelby Davis. Davis will be responsible for the day to day athletic training for all SGSC athletes and will remain on the SGSC campus full-time interacting with the student-athletes and working with the SGSC coaches. SGSC is required to have a certified medical professional who attends all on-campus sporting events. Davis will fill this role on both the Douglas and Waycross campus as well as offer additional sports training services to all…

Hannah Hadley of Brooks County has been chosen to represent Wiregrass Georgia Technical College as the 2020 Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) Student of the Year. EAGLE is a statewide program that recognizes and rewards excellence among students enrolled in adult education programs. The award was announced on November 18 at a reception sponsored by the Valdosta Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce and ERCO Worldwide. This was the 23rd annual event to honor an adult education student from Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. The EAGLE Award program is a vital component of the Certified Literate Community Program of Georgia,…

Donnie Wayne Russ, age 76, of Ocilla, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Pruitt Health in Ocilla. Mr. Russ was born on August 29, 1943 in Irwin County, the son of the late Pearlie Calvin Russ and the late Edith Harper Russ. Donnie worked as a farmer. Survivors include his sister, Melba Grace Fuller (Ray) of Wray; brother, Clayton W. Russ (Earline) of Wray; several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held on Friday, December 6, 2019 at 11:00am at Wray Holiness Baptist Church Cemetery with Brother Steve Willingham officiating. Pallbearers will be Tim Fuller, Stan Fuller, Shane…

Mr. Roy Mizell, Jr., age 81, of Axson, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton. Survivors include: Wife Doris Mizell of Axson; sons Wesley Mizell and wife, Teresa of Axson and “Lil John” Harvey Gile Mizell of Axson; brother J.D. “Duck” Mizell and wife, Reba of Axson; sisters Madeline “Bat” Dillingham and husband, Glenn of Willacoochee and Anna J. Giddens Boone of Axson; sister-in-law Catherine Mizell of Axson; daughter-in-law Betty Ann Mizell of Axson; six grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive. Mr. Mizell was preceded in death by…

Wanell Hutchison, age 89, of Nicholls, passed away on Monday December 2, 2019 at her residence. Mrs. Hutchison, born on July 4, 1930 in Berrien County, was the daughter of the late Vernon Gillespie and the late Ludell Miranda Vickery Gillespie. Mrs. Hutchison retired from Campbell’s Soup, was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J. B. Hutchison; son, Bobby Hutchison; grandson, Stuart Hutchison; two brothers, James Gillespie and Lonnie Gillespie. Survivors include two sons, Dr. Larry Hutchison (Sue) of Douglas and Verlon Hutchison (Sheila) of…

Little Silas Ian Guy, beloved infant son of Kyle and Stephanie Stalvey Guy of Axson, went to his heavenly home on Monday, December 2, 2019. Silas laughed and smiled throughout his 10 weeks, bringing joy and happiness to everyone around him. Along with his parents, he is survived by his favorite big brother, Maximus Drake “Max” Guy; paternal grandparents James and Kathy Forsythe of Pearson; maternal grandparents Keith and Irma Stalvey of Homerville, and Shelba C. Stalvey and Lee Clement of Willacoochee; several aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives also survive. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, R.L. Guy. …

Sherri Linn Bell is missing and investigators need your help in locating her. According to a press release from the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office, Bell was reported missing on Dec. 3 by a family member. She was last seen at the end of October at her home on Weeks Road. Neighbors reported seeing her loading items in a white mini van owned by a woman identified only as Lisa. Bell is a white female, 5’9”, 195 pounds with green eyes and reddish/blonde hair. If you have any information regarding her whereabouts or the name of the person driving…

Gregory Wayne Sayer, age 50, of Fitzgerald, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019. Mr. Sayer was born on March 10, 1969 in Douglas, the son of Wayne Sayer and Willene Wright Sayer. Gregory was the owner/operator of Shann Peanut Company in Ambrose. He was preceded in death by a brother, Marc Shannon Sayer; grandparents, Vernie and Lennie Wright; and Rev. Jimmie and Dorothy Sayer. Survivors include his wife, LaRan Sayer of Fitzgerald; four daughters, Macey Sayer, Rachel Sayer, Sophia Sayer and Kaitlin Kirkland, all of Fitzgerald; two sons, Mark Gregory Sayer and Cameron Kirkland, both of…

Pamela Michelle Wells, age 53, of Douglas, passed away on Wednesday November 27, 2019 at St. Joseph Candler Hospital in Savannah. Pamela was born on January 22, 1966 in Douglas, the daughter of the late Elvin Taylor and the late Allie Melton Taylor. She was a homemaker and the best cook in the world. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by six siblings. Survivors include her husband, Richard Wells, Douglas; daughter, Allison Hernandez of Douglas; two grandchildren, Jordan Hernandez and Jaci Hernandez, both of Douglas; two sisters, Gail Merritt (Stanley) of Douglas and Debbie Carter (Howard)…