Dexter T. Sims Mortuary

Deacon James Alfred Sawyer, (affectionately known as "Baby James"), was born on May 4, 1944, in Lithonia Georgia to the late Otha Elton Sawyer and the late Lula Mae Pryor Sawyer. On Monday May 17, 2021, Deacon Sawyer's hard work was rewarded, and he entered into eternal rest, completing his course for the Lord here on earth. He was preceded in death by his brother Otha Elton Sawyer Jr. and his nephew Rodney James Eley. He leaves to cherish his memories to devoted wife of 56 years, Sherryln Sawyer; daughter, Angie (Dexter) Sims; son, Jared A Sawyer Sr.; three grandchildren, Jared A. Sawyer Jr., Emani Sawyer, and Pyper Sims; sisters-in-law, Joan Sawyer, Ruby D. Eley, and Janice Eley Starks;...

Farris Thomas Johnson was born July 8, 1948 in Lavonia, GA (Franklin County) to the late Denver Johnson and the late Lizzie Knox-Johnson. He was called home to be with the Lord on February 2, 2021 at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center in Athens GA. He was preceded in death by his sister, Edwina Scott Parks; four brothers, David Samuel, Rual, George Edwin, and Jeffery Donell Johnson; mother-in-?law, Lizzie M. White; sister-in-law, Edna Teasley; brothers-in-law, Buford Oglesby and Robert Smith. Farris was a 1966 graduate of Franklin High & Trade School in Carnesville, GA. After graduation, he moved to Jamaica, NY and joined the United States Marine Corps from 1966 - 1970. Farris...

Mrs. Sena "Chris" Wood was born September 29, 1936 to the late Oscelene Moon and the late Lodgin Williamson. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Lonnie Wood of 68 years; daughter, Crystal Wood; and sons, Kenny, Harry and Larry Wood. At an early age, Mrs. Wood gave her life to Christ and faithfully attended Hurricane Grove Baptist Church. Her early morning routines began with a cup of coffee, a phone call with one of her children, cleaning and listening to the Canon Spirituals. The love of laughter and family brought her so much joy. Mrs. Sena embodied Love; to know her was to truly know Love. She will forever be cherished through memories and good times by those left behind...

Pastor Mary Doris Bell, 78, of Royston, GA, died January 7, 2021. Survivors include husband, Shelton Bell; children, Felecia (Cedric-deceased) Fortson, Darryl ( Renee Dreher) Fortson, Tiny ( Ken) Jones; 7 grandchildren; brother, O'Neal Holmes; and a host other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held Tuesday January 12, 2021 at 1pm at Royston First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Brown Grove Cemetery. Viewing will be Monday January 11, 2021 from 2pm-6pm. Dexter T. Sims Mortuary, LLC, Royston, has charge of arrangements.

David Varnum, 72, of Commerce GA died May 4, 2020. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Nell Varnum; son, Doncrecia Redmond (Wendy) Varnum; daughter, Angelia Terese Varnum; brothers, H.T. (Sue) Varnum and Luther Varnum of Thomasville, NC, Harold Varnum, Jr. of Commerce, GA, James (Helen) Varnum of Commerce, GA, and Tom Varnum of Commerce GA; sisters, Helen Morris of Athens, GA and Linda Faye Cochran of Gainesville, GA; and a host of grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, May 13 in Jackson Memorial Gardens, Commerce GA. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 12 from 2pm-7pm. Dexter T. Sims Mortuary,...

Mrs. Corine Teasley was born on June 9, 1944 in Elberton, GA to the late Jimmy McIntosh and the late Mary McIntosh. She was called home to be with the Lord on January 25, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harper Teasley; brothers, Leroy McIntosh and George McIntosh; and sister, Sally Heard. She leaves to cherish her memories to her daughter, Mary (Darryl) Turner; grandchildren, Cora Turner and Darryl Turner, Jr.; great-grandchild, Amanda Turner; sister, Frances McCurry; best friend, Ruth Robinson; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held Saturday February 1, 2020 at 2pm at Royston Grove Baptist Church. The body will be cremated following...

Early Thomas Allen, 77, of Lavonia, GA, died November 2, 2019. Survivors include wife, Shirley Allen; son, Andre Maurice Allen; God daughter, Brenda (Milton) Gaines; sister, Peggy Carr; special niece, Paulette Roebuck; sister-in-laws, Earlene Oglesby, Sue (Bill) Cobb, and Lena Allen; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be Saturday November 9, 2019 at 11am at Holy Calvary MRF Church. Viewing will be Friday November 8, 2019 from 2pm-7pm. Dexter T. Sims Mortuary, LLC, Royston, has charge of arrangements.