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Patricia Huelett, age 81, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA, on Wednesday, March 27th, 2024, following an extended illness. She was born on March 19th,1943 the daughter of the late David E. Altman and Hazel Lee Altman. Her survivors include: One Son; David A. Huelett, Two Grandchildren; Nathanael Huelett, and Elisha Huelett, Three Sisters; Carol M. Jones, Shirley A. Johnston, and Lisa A. Smeltzer, along with several Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by; Her Beloved Husband; Henry Wallace Huelett, Father; David E. Altman, and Mother; Hazel Lee Altman. The…

Dorothy Mae Taylor, age 85, of Douglas, Georgia passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday morning, March 27, 2024 surrounded by her family. Ms. Taylor was born November 13, 1938 in Ambrose, Georgia to the late Albert Purvis and the late Henrietta Cribb Purvis. She made her career caring for children in her home for many years. Ms. Taylor loved her family and her church family, but most of all she loved her Lord and Savior and was an active member of College Avenue Baptist Church. She loved to sing gospel music, and enjoyed listening to the radio, going…

Mr. Harold Henry Vickers, age 97, of Douglas, Georgia passed away peacefully Monday evening, March 25, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Vickers, a lifelong resident of Coffee County, was born in Douglas, Georgia on April 18, 1926 to the late Willie Vickers and the late Eudora Pope Vickers. He made his career as a bookkeeper for Wilcox Oil until his retirement. Mr. Vickers was a member of Carver Baptist Church. He had a great love for southern gospel music and was the song leader for many years at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Atkinson, County. He was a…

Infant Gabriel Keith Lott, 8 days old, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024 at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. Gabriel was born Sunday, March 17, 2024 in Savannah, Georgia to Laiah Faith Leavens Lott and Christopher Keith Lott of Alma, Georgia. Gabriel was the apple of his mother and daddy’s eyes. He brought so much love and joy to his parents. Gabriel was preceded in death by: Maternal Grandfather Derek Leavens, Maternal Great-Grandfather Chester Leavens, Maternal Great-Grandparents Sadie Frankie Brigmond and Alton Brigmond, Paternal Grandmother Tina Snipes, Paternal Great-Grandfather Grady Snipes. In addition to Gabriel’s parents his…

By Brice Bonds and Madison Britt With a shared goal of increasing agriculture literacy in Coffee County, the Coffee County 4-H program and Coffee County Farm Bureau joined forces to develop the “Cloverbuds Agventures” program for four- to nine-year-olds. At each class, students read books, participate in hands-on activities, and create various crafts to promote the importance of agriculture. The two organizations found success after hosting a four-day camp this past summer focusing on various agricultural and natural resources topics. During the summer classes, the first two days were all about agriculture. The kids learned about dairy, plants, and pollinators.…

Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson stated last week that all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions saw a slight increase in January unemployment rates. “Georgia’s January unemployment rate hit its lowest point in over a year,” said Commissioner Thompson. “This speaks volumes about our state’s economic resilience and ability to lead when times get tough. Regionally, we are seeing a slight seasonal uptick in January unemployment, but Georgia continues to be forward-thinking in its policy decisions and focus on sustainable economic growth. While we may see some softening of the economy over the coming months, Georgia is in a better position than…

William Lester Hall, age 84, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Sunday, March 24th, 2024, at Kindred Hospital North Florida, following an extended illness. He was born on November 5th, 1939 the son of the late Earnest Hall and Lilly Conger Hall. His survivors include: Wife; Jean C. Hall of Douglas, GA, One Son; Jonathan G. (Analisa) Hall of Douglas, GA, Three Grandchildren; Mitchell Wyatt Hall, Vanessa (Matthew) Sampson, and Sophia Parrish, One Sister; Martha (Donnie) Kirkland of Nicholls, GA, along with several Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by; Four Brothers; David Hall, Alvin Hall, Carl Hall…

Glennis Coleman, age 68, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24th, 2024, at Special Select Hospital in Savannah, GA, following an extended illness. She was born on July 22nd, 1955. She was the beloved wife of Mr. Raymond Coleman, and beloved Mother of Christopher Coleman. Her survivors include; Husband; Raymond Coleman, One Child; Christopher Coleman, One brother; David Leslie Cleveland, and Mother-in-Law; Laverne Coleman. She was preceded in death by; Father; Mr. Cleveland, and Father; Wilburn Cleveland, and Mother; Wilma Kell Cleveland. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 5th, 2024, at Sims Funeral Home in…

Charles (Chase) Michael Harper II, age 32, of Broxton GA, passed away suddenly at Coffee Regional Medical Center on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. He was born on February 19th, 1992 the son of Bro. Michael and Sis. Debbie Whitley Harper of Broxton, GA. His survivors include: Father; Bro. Michael Harper of Broxton, GA, Mother; Debbie Harper of Broxton, GA, Two Brothers; Cody (Eliza) Harper, Reed Overstreet, Grandmother; Doris Whitley Holton of Alma, GA, Two Uncles; Marc Harper, Ben Wall, One Aunt; Cathy (Robert) Bennett, Eight Nieces and Nephews; Layden Harper, Caysen Bell, Lilah Bell, Lucien Bell, Alayah Bell, Maverick Harper,…

Jeff Monroe Hutcheson Jr., age 67 of Douglas, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, March 23rd, 2024, following an extended illness. He was born on September 6th, 1956 the son of Jeff Monroe Hutcheson Sr. and Jackie Story Hutcheson. His survivors include; His beloved wife; Yvonne Hutcheson, One Daughter; Shakita Paulk, Three Grandchildren; Shaquil Paulk, Ziyada Leslie, and Aquavious Leslie, One Brother; Allen Hutcheson, Four Sisters; Teresa Jackson, Diane Merritt, Brenda Hutcheson, and Peggy (Damon) Rutherford. He was preceded death by; Father; Jeff Monroe Hutcheson Sr., Mother; Jackie Story Hutcheson, and One Brother; Michael Hutcheson. The family will receive friends on…