David Kent Hayman, 67, born on July 10, 1953 of Hahira, GA passed away peacefully in his sleep October 22, 2020 after battling cancer. He was born and raised in Albany, GA. David was a 1971 graduate of Albany High School and earned a bachelor's degree from Southern Technical Institute, a division of Georgia Technical College. He and his business partner, Wayne Lacy owned and operated two successful businesses in Moultrie, GA for the past thirty seven years. David is predeceased by his mother, Janice Hayman and is survived by his wife, Linda Hayman of Hahira, his children, Kelly and Brooke Hayman of Knoxville, TN, Jennifer and Bobby Guinn of Boston, GA and Jay and Stephanie Walls of Fort...

Elizabeth "Liz" Congleton Toth, 79, of Valdosta, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at South Georgia Medical Center. She was born in Richmond, KY, on January 10, 1941, to the late Edward Park Congleton and Ruth Greear Congleton. She grew up in Richmond, KY and attended Model High School which was on the campus of Eastern Kentucky University. She met her husband, Dr. Floyd "F.D." Delano Toth, while in school in Richmond and they were married at the end of her freshman year in 1960. She then took 10 years, and 4 kids later to receive her Bachelor of Science in Education from Eastern Kentucky University. She then taught school in Ohio and Missouri for 7 years and then the family moved to...

Royce V. Sizemore went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at the age of 83. Royce was born on August 8, 1936 in Tifton, GA, to the late Howard Sizemore and Martiel Scarborough. He attended Tift County High School where he developed a lifelong love for football as a lineman for the Blue Devils. After graduation he attended ABAC junior college for two years before joining the U.S. Navy Royce spent the majority of his four years in the Navy as an Aviation Electronics Technician flying on "Willie Victors" (Lockheed EC-121 Warning Star) based at NAS Guam. Royce relished his time in the Navy and loved sharing stories of his travels throughout the Pacific. Following his...

Phillip Loton Langford, 86, of Hull, GA, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Langdale Hospice House. He was born in Calhoun, GA, on March 13, 1934 to the late Melvin Loton Langford and Bessie Hicks Langford. Mr. Langford was a U. S. Army veteran, and the owner and operator of Northeast Georgia Fence Company. Mr. Langford is survived by his daughter and son in law, Michele Langford Ayers and Rick Ayers, of Hull, GA; his son and daughter in law, David Loton Langford and Lisa Langford, of Hull, GA; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren; his sister, Linda Langford Reynolds, of Winterville, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Charlotte Hardeman Langford. A...

Paul Clayton Hunt, 64, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at his home in Valdosta, GA. He was born on September 20, 1955 to Horace and Sharon (Sedgwick) Hunt. Paul grew up in Mobile, AL where he attended McGill-Toolen Catholic High School. He was a clinical perfusionist for 34 years and retired from South Georgia Medical Center. Paul had a green thumb, loved to read, and was happiest by the ocean or at an Auburn football game. Survivors are his wife of 40 years, Martha; sons and daughter-in-law, Jacob (Sheley) Hunt and Andrew Hunt; siblings, Mary, Michael, Patricia, and David; and mother-in-law, Margie Lindsey Prieto. He was preceded in death by brother, John Hunt. A memorial in...

David Jordan passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020. He was born on April 4, 1960 in Hahira, GA to Brady and Marcia Jordan. He graduated from Lowndes High School, Brewton Parker College with a Bachelor of Ministry, and was an honor graduate of Southwestern Seminary Baptist Theological where he received a Master of Divinity. He pastored churches in Rogersville, AL, Columbus, GA, and Greensboro, GA. He was employed at Valdosta Toyota. David enjoyed fishing, trips to the beach, Braves Baseball and Georgia Football. He was a wonderful cook and a devoted caregiver to his Mother. He was preceded in death by his father, Brady Jordan, grandparents Jesse and Orabelle Jordan, and LE and Mildred...

Anne Laurie Moore Gunter, 89, of Valdosta, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 at Langdale Hospice House. She was born on September 11, 1930 in Valdosta to the late Philip Moore and Alma Cowart Moore. Mrs. Gunter was a retired school teacher and a member of First Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughters and son in law, Laurie Gunter of Townsend, TN, Mary Beam (Tom) of Denton, NC, granddaughters and husbands, Mary Kate Beam (Troy Dang) and Anna Brown Beam (Joey Mitchell), grandson, John William Beam and sister, Iris Poole of Valdosta. Mrs. Gunter is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Reverend James Weyman Gunter and her sister, Laverne Huda. A private family service...

Gregory Lee Beckley, age 70, of Valdosta, died Saturday, February 15, 2020 at SGMC. He was born of Lutheran faith, on March 27, 1949 in Flint, Michigan to the late Russell and Betty Lou (Goodman) Beckley. Mr. Beckley was employed for 27 years as a Captain with the Michigan Department of Corrections. During that time, he spread his love of Harley Davidsons with his Corrections "family". As avid riders, they most loved riding for children's charities. While he had a meticulous passion for planes, trains and other model hobbies, Greg was born a musician. He started playing and teaching at a very young age, virtually playing any instrument he put his hands on. Nothing made him happier...

Franklin Steinberg, 77, of Decatur, Georgia, died on Thursday, December 19, 2019 following a period of declining health. He was born on April 13, 1942 in Valdosta to the late Robert Franklin and Maxine Connell Steinberg and was a graduate of Valdosta High School. Mr. Steinberg was a veteran of the United States Air Force and served during Vietnam. He attended Brewton Parker College where he earned an Associate degree and subsequently attended the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and received his Bachelor's degree in music. Mr. Steinberg served at several small churches in Georgia throughout his music ministry inspiring others to serve through music with joy and enthusiasm. He...

Rosemary Faith Campa, 87, of Valdosta passed away on December 6th, 2019 after lengthy illness. Born in the majestic hills of Paradise, WV on April 21, 1932, daughter of Martin and Elsie Polcyn, one of 13 children. Rosemary resided in the Valdosta area for almost 47 years. She was married to Dr. Jose C. Campa on April 30th, 1955. She was a registered nurse for over 60 years. She was a member of St. John's Catholic Church of Valdosta. Her favorite past times were fishing for freshwater largemouth bass and saltwater flounder. She was proceeded in death by her husband Dr. Jose C. Campa and grandson Zach Campa. She is survived by her children and children-in-law. Francisca and Raymond...

State Representative Alfred Jackson "Jay" Powell, Jr., age 67, of Camilla, GA, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, in Young Harris, GA. Throughout his life, Jay used the gifts of a brilliant intellect and a benevolent spirit to better his community and inspire others. His affable, self-effacing nature combined with his razor-sharp wit earned the respect of friends and colleagues. He cherished his family and was a devoted son, brother, husband and father. Born November 18, 1952, in Quitman, Jay graduated from Brooks County High School and went on to attend Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL where he earned a bachelor's degree in political science. He later earned his law...

Kenneth D. (Kenny) Hendricks, 57, of Valdosta passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 after a sudden illness. He was born in Lewisburg, West Virginia on February 14, 1962 on his grandparent's farm. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Boyd Hendricks, Jr. and Margaret Genevieve Hughes Hendricks. He owned and operated Kenny's Marine Service. Kenny was an avid fisherman who also participated in numerous fishing and Jeep clubs. He loved to rescue animals and was an avid NASCAR fan. Kenny is remembered to have a loving personality, quick smile, and enjoyed helping anyone he met. Survivors include his wife, Jody Lynn Hanson Hendricks of Valdosta, his siblings Katherine...

Brooks W. "Buster" Lovelace, Jr. (Maj. USAF, Ret.), 94, of Valdosta, died on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at Langdale Hospice House. Born in College Park, Ga on January 3, 1925, to the late Brooks White & Irene Amanda (Schilling) Lovelace, he had lived in the Valdosta area for the past 9 years. Growing up in Atlanta area, he went in his late teens to volunteer with the Civil Air Patrol at St. Simons Island, Georgia during World War II. In December of 2014, he and the other members of the Civil Air Patrol on St. Simons received the Congressional Gold Medal for their efforts during the war. He returned to Atlanta and graduated from Boys High School and then attended Embry-Riddle School of...

Betty Johnson Greene, 88, of Rome, Georgia died Friday, September 27, 2019. She was born in Ashburn, Georgia on January 2, 1931 to the late William Franklin, Sr. and Luana Roberts Johnson. Mrs. Greene moved to Valdosta as a young girl and attended Valdosta City Schools and graduated from Valdosta High School. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Janet Burrell of Decatur, AL; Scott Greene of Rome, GA; Annette and Jon Baker of Clover, SC; Paul and Brandie Greene of Rome, GA; her grandchildren, Jenny and Alex Mercieca, Ben Burrell, Bill and Jennifer Burrell, Jarrod Greene, Sydney Greene, Paul Farren Greene, Isabella Newman, Payslie Newman; her great grandchildren, Hannah...

Patricia (Patsy) Trotter Giles, 77, of Valdosta died on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at her residence. She was born on April 6, 1943 in Royston, Georgia to the late Richard and Betty Lou Royston Trotter. Upon graduating high school in Gainsville, GA, she attended Brenau College, married, and moved to Valdosta. Her involvement with the Valdosta/Lowndes County community and the pride she felt and displayed for the history and culture of Lowndes County was inspiring. Her contributions to the community included but was not limited to involvement with the Valwood Parents Club, Coastal Plain RSVP Program and Headstart Program, the Crescent Garden Club, Holly Garden Club, a long time member of the...