Area Obituaries
Oliver Zarphus Prescott, Sr.
Oliver Zarphus Prescott, Sr., 89, of Bentonia, MS, formerly of Folkston, GA, passed away on August 11, 2025. Both the visitation and the funeral will be held on Thursday, August 14, at Scotland Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with the funeral beginning at 1:00 PM. Bro. Glenn Allen, of…
Read MoreDeacon Charles Edward Williams
Affectionately known as “Smiley”, was born on February 28, 1956, in Waynesville, Georgia, to the late Tolly Williams and Mother Edith Hazel Frazier Williams. He was raised in the Charlton County School System and later completed some technical college training. Smiley dedicated his life to hard work, service, and faith. He worked faithfully for 32…
Read MoreWayne Bryant
December 16, 1942 – July 28, 2025 Brentwood, TN Wayne Bryant, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 82 in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on December 16, 1942, in Jacksonville, Florida, Wayne dedicated his life to his career as an industrial machinist and proudly served in the…
Read MoreJames Lloyd Thompson
James Lloyd Thompson, 87, of Folkston, GA passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. He was born in Sumter County, SC, to the late Lloyd Henry Thompson and Blanche Newman. James proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 23 years. After the Air Force, James worked at Anheuser Busch for 20…
Read MoreSamuel Genon Carter
Samuel Genon Carter, 53, of St. George, passed away at his home Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was born June 24, 1972 in Jacksonville, Florida. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle. He is preceded in death by his son: Brandon Carter and his mother: Sheila Carroll (Jimmy) Thomas. He is…
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