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Easley, SC - Mildred Jennette Rentz was an extraordinary mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a devoted child of God. She passed away on August 16, 2021, following a brief illness. Mildred was born to Ona Elizabeth Wilson Rollins and Otis R. Rollins on August 29, 1924. She married "the love of her life" Mills B Rentz in 1943 and they had two children, Reba and Norman. During Mills B's career-long service as a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force, the family lived in Jacksonville, Florida; Hampton, Virginia; Mt. Holly, North Carolina; Paris, France; McGuire AFB, New Jersey; Kettering, England; and Griffiss AFB, New York. On every military base where they lived, Mildred was...

Sue-Nell Lewis Folsom, 80, of Albany, GA passed away Monday, April 5, 2021 at Willson Hospice House. Funeral services was conducted Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Mathews Funeral Home. Rev. Donnie Burke and Rev. Billy D. Hannah will officiate. Interment followed at 4:00 p.m. at Ten Mile Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Baxley, GA. Rev. Rick Brown will officiate. Born in Baxley, GA to Rev. Elbert Lee Lewis and Elberta (Bertie) Carter Lewis (best cook and cake maker), Sue-Nell began working when she was thirteen years of age at Butler Shoe Store in Albany, GA. She would say that she liked to make her own money to buy her school clothes. Sue-Nell was a devoted Christian all of her...

Gloria Jean Graham McCrory, age 77, of Lilburn, GA, peacefully passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Navicent Health in Macon, GA. Graveside services for Gloria were held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. at Peachtree Memorial Park, Peachtree Corners, GA. Gloria was born May 4, 1943 in Alma, GA, to the late Alton Eugene Graham and the late Frances Geraldine Miles Graham; also preceding Gloria was the love of her life, Roderick Jenkins McCrory. Gloria was of the Christian faith. She loved needle work and stitching. She is survived by her brothers, Errol Gene Graham and wife Denise, Alton Wayne Graham and wife Kerry; nieces, Sarahlyn Graham Cornett and husband Robert, Kelly Graham...

We announce the passing of Mary Lou Poole Hutcheson; loving Wife, Mother, MeMe, Aunt, Friend and an inspiration to those around her. She was the retired Owner and Floral Designer of Petals and More Florist. Mary Lou, 67, went to be with Jesus on Monday, March 1, 2021. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 12:00 P.M., at Fleming Baptist Church with Reverend Patrick Latta officiating. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her husband Leon, Her daughters, Jennifer Armstrong (David) and Jessica Hutcheson. Her granddaughter Miriam. Many Brothers in law and Sisters in law, Nieces and Nephews, Aunts and Uncles, and Cousins. She was born in...

Kenneth Mincey, age 86, of Cumming, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 19, 2021, surrounded by his family. Kenneth was a devout husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was born in 1935, in Baxley, Georgia. Kenneth was the owner and founder of Mincey Marble in Gainesville, Georgia. He operated the company for 45 years and was an innovator in the cast marble industry. In his spare time, Kenneth enjoyed designing and building. He helped build Jesse's House, a local youth shelter. He was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and was a booster club supporter for many years. Kenneth also enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by...

Richard L. Odum, of Monroe, Georgia who was known to friends as "Richie," passed away on February 10, 2021 after a lengthy battle with Covid-19. Richard was 57 years old. Richard, a native of Appling County, was a 1982 graduate of Appling County Comprehensive High School. In 1985, he began his law enforcement career with the Appling County Sheriff's Department, where he was quickly appointed to the rank of Sergeant. Richard left the Appling County Sheriff's Department in 1993 to further his career in law enforcement with the Athens-Clarke County Police Department in Athens, GA. He retired with the rank of Lieutenant from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department in 2019 after 24 years of...

Mrs. Louise Peacock Williams, age 94, of Baxley, passed away August 27, 2020. Mrs. Williams was a native and lifelong resident of Baxley and was retired from Miller Western Wear. She was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.M. Williams; son, Wadis Williams; daughters, Sara Williams and Gloria Williams. Survived by her son, Edwin Williams, Sr. and his wife Diane; 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Sunday August 30 at 1 PM at Red Oak Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Rick Brown officiating. Online condolences may be made at...

William Thomas (Bill) Butler, age 92 of Savannah, passed away peacefully at Azalealand Nursing Home on June 3rd, 2020. Bill attended Savannah High School and was a graduate of Armstrong University. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict where he served in the United States Navy aboard the destroyer USS Murray. His career spanned from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bowater Paper Co. and Simons Eastern Engineering in Atlanta, where he retired after 30 years. After retiring, he returned to his childhood home in Savannah and enjoyed many wonderful years of happiness. Bill loved gardening and sharing his harvest with friends and family. He also enjoyed woodworking,...

Columbia, SC - Christine Dominy Kunkel, 92, of Columbia, died Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Born in Baxley, GA, September 10, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Argene and Lolly Carter Dominy. Prior to her retirement, she was employed in various capacities with 60 Minute Dry Cleaners, WJS Security, Rosen Appraisal, and Sellers & Cole. Mrs. Kunkel was a dedicated member of First Church of God, Covenant Road in Columbia. Survivors include her son, Charles Argene "Gene" Kunkel; sister, Alene Dominy Hudson; special extended family members, sisters and brother-in-law, Mickey Dominy, Gayle Dominy, and Bill Kicklighter; cousin, Dorothy Dominy; niece and nephew, Charlotte and Eddie Palermo;...

Dave Aaron Hutchinson of Hiawassee, GA died on Friday, December 27th at the age of 71. Dave was born December 6, 1948 in Baxley, GA to Lanis and Murle Hutchinson. Growing up in Appling County, he married his high school sweetheart, Patricia Dianne Stone Hutchinson. Together they raised four daughters, Samantha Hutchinson, Cassandra (Steve) Davis, Lamanda (Abraham) Dhirar, and Surelle (Doug) Jones. Dave was an accomplished Electrician and Business owner. His hobbies included fishing, cooking and riding horses but he found his greatest joy in loving and caring for his family and friends. His compassion and strength of character were grounded in his faith in Jesus Christ, a truth in which he...

Mrs. Sally Ruth Johnson Boulineau, age 79, of Hiawassee, Georgia passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. Sally was born in Baxley, Georgia on July 31, 1940 to the late Hiram Francis and Lillie (Deen) Johnson. She was a member of Sharp Memorial United Methodist Church. Her hobbies included sewing, cooking and fishing. She served 31 years in education as a high school english teacher and principal, retiring from Garrett Elementary in Augusta, Georgia. Sally was preceded in death by her parents, H.F. and Lillie Johnson, and her brother, H.F. Johnson Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 60 years, William Franklin Boulineau;...

Robin Leigh Lewis entered the gates of heaven on November 10, 2019, after a heroic battle with pancreatic cancer. She believed that every day on this earth was a blessing and a gift from God, especially those days that she was with her family and friends. Robin was active in the community and always sought to help others through her words and deeds. Robin grew up in Lutesville, Missouri, which is now a part of Marble Hill, Missouri. Robin was a pharmacist, having graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She worked for several years at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston before moving to Savannah. She most recently worked for BriovaRx Infusion Services. Robin always...

Clementine Schulze went home to Jesus on September 16, 2019 at age 74. Clementine was born to Abraham & Lola Beckworth on August 27, 1945 in Baxley, Georgia. Most of her childhood was spent working on the farm and making memories with her siblings. Clementine met her husband, Donald Alan Schulze in 1971 in Jacksonville, FL at First Methodist Church. They married on February 26, 1977 and went on to have one daughter, Cynthia. In addition to being a dedicated and loving mother, Clementine also loved reading, visiting family and enjoying anything sweet. Throughout her entire life, she held an unwavering faith in God, which she shared with those who surrounded her. She was a blessing to...

Dennis Lynn Morris, Sr. September 24, 1942 - July 13, 2019 Dennis L. "Bootsie" Morris, Sr., 76 of Wilson passed away Saturday after a lengthy illness. He was born September 24, 1942 in Wilson to the late Gretchen and Joseph Henry Morris, Sr. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5 -7 p.m. at Joyner's Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson and other times at the home. Burial will be held later at Ten Mile Creek Baptist Church, Baxley, Georgia Bootsie is survived by his wife, Rena Carter Morris; sons, Dennis L. "Dee" Morris, Jr. of Wilson, Paxton Morris and wife, Hillary, Jason Morris and wife, Patricia of Atlanta; grandchildren, Jack and Julia Morris of Atlanta;...