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Lewis Carey Bishop
Jan 31, 2026
Mr. Lewis Carey Bishop, 71, of Davisboro passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Wrightsville Manor Health and Rehab. He was born July 27, 1954, in Swainsboro to the late Ruel Wesley Bishop and Frances Louise Woods Bishop.
Lewis was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Joe Bishop.
Mr Bishop spent most of his life in Emanuel County before moving...
James Edward Martin
Jan 30, 2026
Mr. James Edward Martin, 71, of Swainsboro passed away, Friday, January 30, 2026, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. He was born on June 23, 1954, in Emanuel County to the late James Darley Martin and Oveta Altman Emery Martin.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Steven Martin, Jeff Martin; sister, Frances Elaine Martin; great-grandchild, Bobby...
Dwayne Spencer Merrion
Jan 29, 2026
A Life Well Lived
Dwayne Spencer Merrion was born January 26, 1965 as the 5th child to the union of the late Reverend Lucious Merrion, Jr. and the late Mrs. Lillie Mae Evans Merrion . He, along with his four siblings, mother and father, were all born in Swainsboro, Georgia. Many remember Dwayne as a young man working in the family’s...
Peggy L Denney
Jan 29, 2026
Mrs. Peggy L Denney, 85, of Swainsboro, passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Emanuel Medical Center hospital. She was born April 6, 1940, in Springfield. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Harry B. Lindsey and Ivie Boaen Lindsey; brothers, Charles William Lindsey and Harry E. “Boots” Lindsey; sister, Ruby Smith.
Affectionately known to most as “Ma”, she...
Sarah James Ward
Jan 28, 2026
Infant, Sarah James Ward, daughter of Madison Mercer and James Ward of Twin City, went to be with God on January 28, 2026. She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal great-grandfathers.
She is survived by her parents; brother, Cohen Ward of Twin City; maternal grandparents, Connie Proctor (Thomas) of Millen, Greg Mercer of Twin City; paternal grandparents, Theresa...
Peewee Hooks, Sr.
Jan 28, 2026
Mr. Peewee Hooks, Sr., 70, of Twin City passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Oak Park on July 21, 1955, to the late Roy Moxley and Ollie Mae Hooks. Peewee enjoyed fishing and hunting, also working with his hands, he crafted many things from leather and would often be found tinkering and working...
Carolyn Lee Herring Screws
Jan 23, 2026
Mrs. Carolyn Lee Herring Screws, 38, of Swainsboro passed away Friday, January 23, 2026, at her residence. She was born in Walterboro, SC on February 8, 1987, to Daniel George Herring and Angela Shaw Young. She was preceded in death by her father.Carolyn Lee Herring Screws, had a spirit and life about her that was fierce, and full of love.
She...
Donnie Ray Jones
Jan 23, 2026
Mr. Donnie Ray Jones, 56, of Twin City, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026, at his residence. He was born March 14, 1969, in Dublin. Donnie was preceded in death by his father, Willard Jones. He loved motorcycles, working on small engine repairs, fishing and shrimping.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Kathy Jones; sons, Donnie Ray Jones, Jr., Donnie...
Paul Erwin Blackburn
Jan 22, 2026
Paul Erwin Blackburn, aged 90, passed away after a life richly lived and full of adventure. He was born in Swainsboro on September 13, 1935, to the late Elmo Blackburn and Nora Mae Scott Blackburn. A devoted believer in Jesus Christ, Paul was a faithful and dedicated member of Twin City First Baptist Church, where he was actively involved in...
Deborah "Debi" Mason
Jan 21, 2026
It is with heartfelt love and gratitude that we celebrate the life of Deborah “Debi” Jo Mason, age 72, who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in her home, St. Simons Island, GA. She was a 1971 graduate of Jenkins High School, Savannah, GA. Debi was an entrepreneur and had multiple successful ventures. She found her passion when...
David Lee Edenfield
Jan 20, 2026
Mr. David Lee Edenfield, 74, of Swainsboro passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at his residence. He was born May 14, 1951, in Swainsboro to the late Luther M. Edenfield and Mattie Jean Edenfield. David was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Eddie Edenfield, Wayne Douglas, Bennie Douglas, Gary Douglas and Homer Douglas. He worked at Dairy Queen, Kellers,...
Mary "Sally" Coleman
Jan 18, 2026
Mrs. Mary “Sally” Coleman, 80, of Swainsboro passed away, Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Memorial Medical in Vidalia. She was born on January 11, 1946, in Swainsboro to the late Kirklin White and Nita Rebecca Hudson White.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Oliver Ray Coleman; stepfather, Raymond Turner.
Mrs. Sally was a woman whose life was defined by...
Cathy Katrina Holt
Jan 15, 2026
Ms. Cathy Katrina Holt, 65, passed away at Emanuel Medical Center on January 15, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her son, Richard Vinson, her father, James Leroy Payne, a grandson, Jacob Fisher, and two brothers, Derrick Payne and Randall Payne.
She is survived by her mother Florence Lawson, her son, James E. Payne, a daughter, Mary Hartlaub, a sister, Carrie...
Donnie Gay
Jan 14, 2026
Mr. Donnie Gay, 76, of Garfield passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at his residence following an extended illness. He was born September 29, 1949, in Bulloch County to the late Jack Gay and Lois Oglesby Gay. Donnie was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Charles Gay, Hubert Gay; sisters, Shirley Porcel, Linda Gay, and Mary Gay.
Survivors include his...
Ernestine Brantley
Jan 13, 2026
Ms. Ernestine “Ernie” Brantley, 76, of Swainsboro, passed away at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, GA on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Ernie was born in Wellborn, FL, to the late Reuben Harley and Marion Inez Roberts. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Lake City Community College, now Florida Gateway College, where she later worked as the Athletic...
Jacob Blake Wilkerson
Jan 12, 2026
Mr. Jacob Blake Wilkerson, 21, passed away at his residence in East Dublin on January 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Jacob Blake Wilkerson, beloved son of Jan Corbin and Jerry Wilkerson. Blake was born September 4, 2004 in Swainsboro, Georgia. He attended Swainsboro High School alongside lifelong friends, Tae Dobson, Devin Tanner and Tyler Surrency. Blake later attended Swainsboro...
Carther "Fred" Williams, Jr.
Jan 10, 2026
Mr. Carther “Fred” Williams, Jr., 65, of Swainsboro passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his residence. He was born on September 4, 1960, in Swainsboro to the late Carther Williams, Sr. and Cora Bullock Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, James and Neloise Edwards. Fred was a forklift operator for Husqvarna before his retirement....
Gloria Irvin
Jan 8, 2026
Ms. Gloria Irvin, 62, of Swainsboro passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro. She was born in Augusta on March 2, 1963, to Willie James Irvin and Barbara Jean Jackson.
Gloria was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Joseph Irvin.
Survivors include her daughters, Chiquita Coleman (Chris), LaRoyal Collins, Brentley Irvin; brothers, Ronny...
Annelle Page Norris
Jan 8, 2026
Annelle Page Norris died Thursday, January 8, 2026 at Scott Health and Rehabilitation in Johnson County Georgia. Born on September 6, 1944 in Emanuel County to the late Burley and Annie Ruth Fortner Page, Annelle was a graduate of Swainsboro High School Class of 1962. She attended Brewton Parker College.
She married the love of her life, James Harmon Norris, Sr...
Renee Youmans Williams
Jan 7, 2026
Mrs. Renee Youmans Williams, 67, of Swainsboro passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at WellStar Medical College in Augusta. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida on September 22, 1958, to the late Neal Youmans and Mary Wallace Williams. Renee enjoyed hanging out at the Ogeechee River listening to music. She loved being with family and friends. Renee helped others even...
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