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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...
Sidney W. Scott, Jr.
Jul 17, 2025
STATESBORO: Sidney W. Scott, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Statesboro, Georgia, on July 17, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on October 4, 1939, in Tabor City, North Carolina, Sidney was a distinguished man, both in his professional life and personal pursuits.
Graduating from Tabor City High School, Sidney...
Lavenia Tipton
Jul 17, 2025
CLAXTON: Ethel Lavenia Tipton, 94, passed away on July 17, 2025, at Azalea Nursing Home in Metter, Georgia.
Known to everyone as Lavenia, she was born in Claxton, Georgia on July 19, 1930, to her parents, Frank and Mildred Beecher. Growing up she was an only child, and as she told it, was spoiled rotten. Lavenia graduated high school in June...
Kirk Stanley Lott
Jul 11, 2025
REIDSVILLE: Kirk Lott, was the kind of man who left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He had a giving heart, a loving spirit, and a work ethic that never quit. Whether you knew him for years or just crossed his path briefly, you felt his warmth.
You could always spot Kirk by his signature white hat. That hat was...
Faye Daniel Hawkins
Jul 10, 2025
CLAXTON: Faye Daniel Hawkins, 92, peacefully went home to be with her Heavenly Father on July 10, 2025. A beloved woman known for her genuine smile, warm heart, and unwavering faith. Faye leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, kindness, and service to others.
Faye was the kind of person who made everyone feel at home. Her kitchen was always open,...
Sherrie LaVerne Eason Hunt
Jun 24, 2025
CLAXTON: Sherrie LaVerne Eason Hunt, 72, passed away peacefully at Camellia Health and Rehab on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. She was a native of Evans County, Georgia. As a military wife, she lived in Kentucky, Germany, and Texas before returning home to Claxton. She loved crocheting, coloring the Adult Mandela coloring books and playing Bingo, but her passion was raising...
Andrew Stephen Chumley
Jun 12, 2025
CLAXTON: Andrew Chumley, 56, of Claxton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, at Community Hospice in Vidalia, Georgia, surrounded by his loving family. A proud graduate of Claxton High School, Andrew went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Air Force for 21 years. Rising to the rank of Master Sergeant, he was a...
Priscilla Smith Hearn
Jun 2, 2025
CLAXTON: Priscilla Smith Hearn, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, at Buckingham South Assisted Living in Savannah, Ga. She was born on December 25, 1935, in Daisy, Ga.
After graduating from Claxton High School in 1953, Priscilla continued her education at Shorter College in Rome, Ga. and Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Ga. Her...
Martha Chester
May 28, 2025
ALBANY, GA: Martha Kate Howard Chester, age 94, was born in Statesboro, Georgia on July 4, 1930 to Martin Howard and Alma Brannen. She is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Brantley. She moved to Claxton, Georgia in 1953, where she lived for 19 years. She moved to Albany in 1972. She retired from Doublegate Country Club...
Virginia Lucille McCaskill
May 10, 2025
CLAXTON/DAISY: Virginia Lucille McCaskill, 74, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home. Born on June 13, 1950, in Lamar, South Carolina, she moved to Claxton in 1976, where she made her home and became an integral part of the community.
Virginia dedicated twenty-four years of her professional life at Claxton Poultry, where her hard work and commitment...
Aubrey Brown
May 8, 2025
CLAXTON: Aubrey Brown, 84, of Claxton passed away peacefully at his home on May 8, 2025. Aubrey was a native and lifelong resident of Evans County. Aubrey was a Jack of all trades and spent many years doing construction and electricity. Aubrey also had an interest in cars and enjoyed purchasing projects. In his spare time, he enjoyed spoiling his...
Joseph Randall Sapp
May 5, 2025
CLAXTON: Joseph Randall Sapp, 78, passed away May 5, 2025, at Evans Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. Born March 19, 1947, the son of the late Rephard and Elizabeth Woods Sapp. He was married to and preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Harriett Haire Sapp. A graduate of Claxton High School and Swainsboro Technical College, he...
Kathryn S. Bowen
May 4, 2025
CLAXTON: Kathryn S. Bowen, age 94, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025 at 9:30 AM at home with her family after a short illness. She was a Bulloch County native and resided in Evans County since 1952 after her marriage to George W. (Bill) Bowen.
She met Bill while they attended Statesboro High School, both graduating in 1947. She attended...
Elizabeth "Lib" Ann Todd
Apr 29, 2025
CLAXTON: Elizabeth "Lib" Ann Todd, born on June 11, 1938, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at Meadows Park Health & Rehabilitation in Vidalia, Georgia. She lived a life rich in love, community, and cherished relationships.
Lib was a dedicated businesswoman, known for her role as the owner of Claxton Office Supply. Her entrepreneurial spirit was matched only by her...
Edward Jason Wilkes
Apr 25, 2025
CLAXTON: Edward Jason Wilkes passed away Friday. April 25, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah. Jason was born in Palatka, Florida to Gene Howell and Carolyn Joyce Kyser Wilkes on December 4, 1970. He was the youngest of their four children. He grew up fishing and boating on the St. John’s River. He loved everything about the water. Jason...
Donald R. Dillard
Apr 20, 2025
CLAXTON: Donald R. Dillard, 56, of Claxton, Georgia passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025. He was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina on November 9, 1968.
He was preceded in death by his parents; father, Bill Dillard, and mother, Sue Dillard.
He was survived by his wife of 21 years, Beth Dillard; sons, Alex Dillard (Rae Dillard), Cody Dillard and Brody Dillard. His...
David "Reid" Oates
Apr 19, 2025
David "Reid" Oates, a loving husband, devoted father, and dedicated physical therapist, passed away on April 19, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia. Born on October 21, 1962, in Dalton, Georgia, Reid lived a life steeped in compassion and service to others.
Reid dedicated thirty years to his career as a physical therapist, where he exemplified the qualities of caring, kindness, and sympathy....
William "Bill" Bowen Colson, Jr.,
Apr 17, 2025
CLAXTON: William “Bill” Bowen Colson, Jr, 76 passed away peacefully on Thursday April 17, 2025 after a brief illness in Lexington Medical Center Extended Care of Lexington, SC. Born March 6, 1949 in Claxton, Ga. Bill retired from the United States Army in 1985 after 20 plus years of dedicated service. During his time in the Army, he specialized in...
Martha Jo McCall
Apr 15, 2025
BELLVILLE: Martha Jo McCall, 92, passed away April 15, 2025, at Ogeechee Area Hospice. She was a native of Tattnall County but resided in Savannah for 35 years before moving to Bellville, after her daughter's marriage, to be near family and friends. She was a member of Bay Branch Primitive Baptist Church, and a former member of United Methodist Women....
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