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Billy Lewis Odom
Oct 14, 2025
Mr. Billy Lewis Odom, 95, of Claxton, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Ogeechee Area Hospice. He is preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Nancy Brewton Odom, his parents, Willie and Lamorah Odom, and siblings, Mary Grosse, Hiram Odom, and Joan Richey.
He was the owner of Billy L. Odom Plumbing and Electrical in Claxton for over...
Ila Cowart Davis
Oct 14, 2025
CLAXTON: Ila Jean Davis, passed away October 14, 2025. She was a native of Evans County and retired from Kyle Durrence Chevrolet.
She was preceded in death by her parents George and Norma Jean Cowart.
SURVIVORS: son, Shannon (Priscilla) Jarriel; sister, Debbie (Eddie) Fluet; granddaughter, Harley (Hunter) Rush; and two great grandchildren; niece, Kendra (Kevin) Sowell all of Claxton, GA.
A private memorial...
Byron Harris (B.C.) Cribbs
Oct 4, 2025
Glennville: Byron Harris Cribbs (B.C.) was born on August 28, 1956 to William "Harris" Cribbs and Beulah "Ilethia” Cribbs Hinson. B.C., also called Buddy growing up, passed peacefully in his home on October 4, 2025, with his loving wife Lynette by his side.
B.C. attended Claxton High School and graduated in 1974. He was a car salesman by trade and sold...
Joseph "Joey" Warnell Jenkins
Sep 30, 2025
COLLINS: Joseph “Joey” Jenkins, 63, passed away September 30, 2025 at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville, Florida. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and enjoyed spending time at home with his family. He loved the outdoors, hunting and most especially fishing. He had a love for watching old Westerns on the tv. Mostly he had a unique sense...
Randall "Randy" Thomas Stonaker
Sep 22, 2025
RICHMOND HILL: Randall “Randy” Thomas Stonaker, 53, of Richmond Hill, Georgia, passed away on September 22, 2025. Born October 18, 1971, to Roy & Shirley Stonaker of Houston, TX, Randy lived a life full of love, laughter, and the simple joys that brought him peace. He was happiest with a fishing pole in hand, out on the green of a...
Wesley Ryan Barrow
Sep 15, 2025
CLAXTON: It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Wesley Ryan Barrow, age 37, who departed this life far too soon. Wesley was known for his kind heart, his wit and sense of humor, and the positive impact he made on those fortunate enough to know him. His presence brought light to every room, and his memory...
Martha Nichols
Sep 14, 2025
CLAXTON: Martha Nichols, 90, of Claxton, Ga., passed away September 14, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Nichols, Jr. of Claxton and her daughter, Liz Crosby of Boynton Beach, FL. She was a longtime member of the Trinity Church of the Nazarene, and an avid bowler. She will be greatly missed by her family and...
Trey Michael West
Sep 11, 2025
CLAXTON: Trey Michael West, age 45, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2025 at Memorial Hospital in Savannah. He lived most of his life in Stockbridge, Georgia, and recently moved to Claxton, Georgia. He was born in Decatur, Georgia on September 24, 1979 to Guy Franklin Kelley, Jr. and Claudia Thompson West and was later adopted by his stepdad, John...
Durell Byrd Lynn
Sep 4, 2025
CLAXTON: Durell Byrd Lynn passed away September 4, 2025 at the age of 86. Durell’s life will be remembered by a steadfast dedication to education and an unwavering commitment to those he taught, coached and served. Durell was born in Tattnall County on November 6, 1938 to Herman and Jewell Byrd Lynn and lived in Tattnall and Evans County most...
Homer Sapp
Aug 27, 2025
DAISY: Homer Sapp, 83, passed away August 27, 2025 at Ogeechee Area Hospice. He was a native of Evans County and lived most of his life in Daisy. He was a member of Gospel Baptist Church and served as fire chief for Daisy fire Department and volunteered with the Claxton Fire Department for a number of years. Homer served on...
Linda Faye Blitch Strickland
Aug 20, 2025
CLAXTON: Linda Faye Blitch Strickland, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 70 in Claxton, Georgia after a long battle with lung cancer. Born on June 14, 1955, in Ellabell, Georgia, Linda's life was a testament of love, family, and resilience. Linda was the cherished daughter of the late...
Betty D. NeSmith Edwards
Aug 16, 2025
CLAXTON: Betty D. NeSmith Edwards, born July 14, 1927, passed over to her Heavenly Home on Saturday, August 16, 2025. She was a devoted Christian who spent the last 98 years attending Bay Branch Primitive Baptist Church. She was the oldest member of the church and a true Southern Lady who always put her faith in God first.
Betty married Murry...
Sybil Miles Thrift
Aug 14, 2025
Evergreen Community: Sybil Miles Thrift, 84, died Thursday, August 14, 2025, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center following a brief illness.
Sybil was born April 23, 1941, in Evans County, and was the youngest child of Douglas and Fairsy Jane Green Miles. She graduated from Claxton High School in 1959. She was a homemaker when her children were young and later...
Doris Beasley Strickland
Aug 9, 2025
CLAXTON: Doris Beasley Strickland, 82, of Metter passed away August 9, 2025 after an extended illness at Camilia Health and Rehab in Claxton. She was born on October 27, 1942 in Tattnall County to Roy and Lougenia Toler Beasley and lived most of her life in Bulloch and Candler counties. She retired from property management with W.T. Lamb Investments, managing...
Blaze Thomas Todd
Aug 6, 2025
CLAXTON: Blaze Thomas Todd was sleeping when he joined our family on August 6, 2025 at Augusta University Medical Center. Blaze’s birth was surrounded by his loving family members. He will forever be of our circle. Our hearts are broken, but love for Blaze will remain there.
SURVIVORS: parents, Stephen and Connor Todd; brothers, Cade and Dash Todd; grandparents, Jarrod and...
Joel Christian Downs
Aug 2, 2025
CLAXTON: Joel Christian Downs, a Claxton native and lifelong resident, died on August 2, 2025 surrounded by his family. Joel was born on November 16, 1939 to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Christian Downs. He was a 1957 graduate of Claxton High School and member of Claxton First Church.
Upon graduation, Joel began a full-time career at Claxton Coca-Cola Bottling Company where...
James Dale Alday, Sr.
Aug 2, 2025
CLAXTON: James “Dale” Alday, Sr., a beloved sheep farmer and retired truck driver, passed away on August 2, 2025, in Evans County, Georgia at the age of 65. Born on January 9, 1960, in Sarasota, Florida, Dale led a life marked by determination and a strong will, attributes that defined both his work ethic and personal relationships.
After graduating from Sylacauga...
George Rice
Aug 1, 2025
CLAXTON: George Junior Rice, 96, passed away at home August 1, 2025. He was a native of Roanoke, Alabama but lived in Evans County for many years. He enjoyed his work as a skilled tile setter, and enjoyed being outside planting his garden as well as his love for hunting and fishing.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George...
Robert Carlton Franklin
Jul 31, 2025
Robert Carlton Franklin, Bulloch County native and lifelong resident, was called home to be with his Savior on July 31, 2025 at age 69. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. V. Franklin, Jr. and is survived by his wife Mary Ann Franklin (née Cullens), sons Justin Franklin (Emily) of Register and Jason Franklin of...
LaJuan Eason
Jul 21, 2025
CLAXTON: Ms. Mattie LaJuan Eason, 73, died peacefully at home on July 21, 2025, after a sudden illness. Most of her younger years she worked on the farm until she graduated from Claxton High school in 1969. After graduation she worked at Claxton Manufacturing until it closed and then at Ithica until it closed. She then went back to school...
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