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As a young child, Michael Williams, Jr., heard stories told by family members of those who lived decades before him, stories that would stick in the mind of this curious and imaginative young boy growing up in Telfair County. Learning about historical events and the roles his ancestors played captivated his mind and made him curious to hear more. He became an avid reader of books written by Georgia author Brainard Cheney. These novels are about the very events Williams had heard about as a child, events like the Georgia Squatters War in Telfair County. As a literature major in…

Mrs. Jacquelin Jackie Graham “Mama Jackie” Harrell, age 87, of Douglas passed away Sunday evening, July 5, 2015, at her residence following an extended illness. She was born November 8, 1927 to the late Thomas Graham and the late Estelle Tanner. Survivors include: Children: Julie Mashburn of Claxton, Ga. ; Janet Nolan, Jim Harrell, Jill Harrell Corbitt, John Harrell, and Scott Ricketson, all of Douglas, Ga.; 10 Grandchildren, 9 Great Grandchildren, and 4 Great Great Grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 2:00 P. M., at the First Assembly of God Church, with Rev. Marshall Adcock,…

Ms. Sharon Lynn Brock Green, age 68, of Douglas passed away Friday afternoon, July 3, 2015, at the Coffee Regional Medical Center, following a short illness. She was born April 21, 1947 to the late Leon O. Brock and the late Zelma Hunt Brock. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Odell Green, Jr. Survivors include: 2 Daughters: Sheila Luna, and Patsy Green, both of Douglas, Ga.; 3 Sisters: Regina Stephens, and Jean Harris, both of Douglas, Ga., and Darlene Crews of Starke, Florida.; 1 Brother: Huey Brock of Tifton, Ga.; 6 Grandchildren, and 4 Great Grandchildren. Several…

The doors will open to the first screening of the feature film “Surrender” next Saturday, July 11, at 5 p.m. The faith-based film tells the story of a young police officer who must face tragedy at home and in the workplace. The story follows the officer through a religious journey as he progresses through his career. The film’s high speed chases and action combined with the faith-based message makes the film entertaining and suitable for families. A collection of local filmmakers came together last Summer to film “Surrender” over the course of 40 days in Fitzgerald, Georgia, and filmmakers relied…

Mrs. Nora Blackwell Darley, age 90, of Wray, passed away early Friday Morning, July 3, 2015, at the Life Care Facility in Orange Park, Florida, following an extended illness. She was born November 4, 1924 to the late Agnes Pearl and Joseph Terrell Blackwell of Douglas. Mrs. Darley, a native of Coffee County, had lived in Willacoochee for most of her life as a farmer and homemaker. She was very active in church and was known for her beautiful singing Voice. Survivors include: 3 Daughters: Judy Elder of Middleburg, Florida, Ellen (Keith) Phillips of Wray, GA and Wanda (Robert) Morris…

The Satilla Regional Library System hosted the Bright Star Touring Theatre earlier this week, which performed their show, Happily Ever After, where fairy tales were brought to life. Bright Star Touring Theatre performed fairy tales and fractured fairy tales including Elvis and the Shoemaker, Rumpelstiltkin, Rapunzel, and Little Red Riding Hood. There was time for questions after the performances, and the audience had a great time with lots of laughs. Mrs. Kate will be our next performer on Wednesday, July 8, at 11 a.m. in Douglas and 2:30 p.m. in Pearson. She will be performing Humble Hero Highlights with Mrs.…

Stanley M. Carter, age 62, of Nicholls, GA passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2015, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Carter was born on June 10, 1953, in Douglas, GA to Geneva Carter and the late Milton Carter. Survivors include: his three sons, Bryan Carter of Willacoochee, GA, Dayton Carter of Gainville, GA, and Ashley Carter of Douglas, GA; two daughters, Alanie Carter of Nicholls, GA and Dana Adams of Douglas, GA; mother, Geneva Carter of Douglas, GA; several grandchildren; two sisters, Deborah (Donald) Carver of Douglas, GA and Dionne Harper of Douglas, GA; and several nieces…

George Martin Sears, age 66, of Douglas, GA passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at Memorial Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Sears was born on December 12, 1948, in Cascade, ID to the late Henry S. Sears and Nell E. Tanner Sears. Mr. Sears was a veteran of Vietnam having served in the US Marine Corps. He received medals for National Defense Service, Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device, Rifle Sharpshooter Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, and Combat Action Ribbon. Survivors include: his wife, Robby Elaine Gibson Sears of Douglas, GA; three sons, Gerald Barnes, Jr. of Montana, William…