OBITUARIES

Recent Tift County Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Tifton, GA, Tift County & Surrounding Areas

Nancy Anita Sumner Holley

Nancy Anita Sumner Holley

Mar 25, 2025

Nancy Anita Sumner Holley, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on March 25, 2025, at Cypress Pond in Tifton, Georgia. Born on May 3, 1955, in Tifton, Nancy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She lived a life characterized by love and dedication to her family and friends.

A graveside service will be held 2:00 P.M. on...

Barbara Ann McEntyre

Barbara Ann McEntyre

Mar 25, 2025

Barbara Ann McEntyre, born on April 26, 1962, in Tifton, Georgia, departed this life on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Omega, Georgia. A cherished member of her community and a beloved family matriarch, Barbara leaves behind a legacy shaped by her kindness, love, and devotion.

Having dedicated 20 years of her life as a Pharmacy Technician at Walmart, Barbara brought a...

Tina Navin Patel

Tina Navin Patel

Mar 24, 2025

Tina Navin Patel, a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter and aunt, passed away on March 24, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. She was born on November 4, 1988, in Elmhurst, New York, and her vibrant spirit illuminated the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. 

Tina was a proud graduate of Tift County High School, where she...

Joyce E O'Connor

Joyce E O'Connor

Mar 22, 2025

Joyce Elaine. O'Connor, a cherished homemaker and devoted matriarch, passed away peacefully at the home of her beloved daughter, Roseanne  in Lakeland, Georgia, on March 22, 2025 after a lengthy illness. Born on July 9, 1933, in Quincy, Illinois, Joyce graced this world for ninety-one years, leaving behind a legacy woven with love, warmth, and devotion.

Joyce was a dedicated housewife...

Hulen Scott Jones

Hulen Scott Jones

Mar 22, 2025

Hulen Scott Jones, born on September 9, 1964, in Daytona Beach, Florida, Volusia County, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at his mother’s home in Tifton, Georgia. He was 60 years old at the time of his death. 

The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM in Mt. Zion Baptist Church where Scott was...

Ann Wiley Helms

Ann Wiley Helms

Mar 21, 2025

Gloria Ann Wiley Helms, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025 at the home of her sister and brother-in-law, Daniel and Joyce Hernandez, in Roberta, Georgia. She was 68 years old.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. with Mr. Daniel Hernandez officiating at Clements Chapel Cemetery in Turner County, Georgia.

Born on...

Courtney Nicole McKinney Gay

Courtney Nicole McKinney Gay

Mar 14, 2025

Courtney Nicole McKinney Gay born on August 8, 1994, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away on March 14, 2025, in Valdosta, Georgia.

Courtney was a graduate of Colquitt County High School in Moultrie, Georgia, and went on to attend Southern Regional Technical School.

She is survived by her husband, Ryan Gay, father, Brian G. McKinney and his wife Rebecca. Courtney had a daughter,...

"Kitty" Mary Kathleen Murray Blanton

"Kitty" Mary Kathleen Murray Blanton

Mar 10, 2025

"Kitty" Mary Kathleen Murray Blanton, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, at Rehabilitation Center of South Georgia in Tifton. Born on November 7, 1930, she was the cherished baby girl of Ernest and Maggie Murray, growing up alongside five siblings who provided her with a loving and supportive family environment.

Miss Kitty's life was...

Laurie Kay Evans Norman

Laurie Kay Evans Norman

Mar 9, 2025

Laurie Kay Evans Norman, born on March 31, 1959, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, at the Colquitt Regional Medical Center in Moultrie, Georgia. She led a life filled with love and purpose, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday March...

Carolyn Jean Spradley Wilson

Carolyn Jean Spradley Wilson

Mar 6, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn Jean Spradley Wilson of the Shingler Community died Thursday, March 6, 2025, at UF Health Shands Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida.

Funeral services will be at First Baptist Church of Chula on Monday, March 10, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Jason Loggins officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 -1:30 P.M. Burial will be at Hickory Springs Baptist...

"Sherry" Cheryl Laverne Rooks Ogletree

"Sherry" Cheryl Laverne Rooks Ogletree

Mar 1, 2025

Cheryl “Sherry” Laverne Ogletree was born on March 8, 1950 in Tifton, Georgia, the first of three children born to Sharon and Charles Rooks.  She passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025 with her family by her side. 

Graveside funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Hickory Springs Baptist Church Cemetery at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Ashley...

Rev. Steven "Steve" Shepard Luke

Rev. Steven "Steve" Shepard Luke

Feb 28, 2025

Rev. Steven "Steve" Shepard Luke, born on October 22, 1961, in Ocala, Florida, passed away peacefully at his residence in Tifton, Georgia, on February 28, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and community member, he lived a life dedicated not only to his family but also to his passions and faith.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday,...

Gail Elizabeth McCook Hogsten

Gail Elizabeth McCook Hogsten

Feb 22, 2025

In loving memory of Gail Elizabeth McCook Hogsten, born on July 27, 1944, in Tifton, Georgia and peacefully leaving this world on February 22, 2025, also in Tifton. Gail was a beacon of warmth and kindness, embraced by her family.

Throughout her life, she dedicated herself to the roles of a steadfast wife and nurturing mother. For several years, she worked...

Mary Ann Bar-or

Mary Ann Bar-or

Feb 21, 2025

Mary Ann Bar-or, a beloved teacher and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully February 22, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on January 6, 1937, in Irwin County, Georgia, Mary Ann dedicated her life to education and touched the hearts of many during her career.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00PM on Monday, February 24, 2025...

Dr. Stewart Dixon Gilbert

Dr. Stewart Dixon Gilbert

Feb 16, 2025

Dr. Stewart Dixon Gilbert, Sr., age 81, of Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Royston, Georgia, on October 13, 1943, to the late Reverend Wyatt Malcolm and his wife Susie Irene Hightower Gilbert. Stewart was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Susan...

Harold "Hal" Eugene Branch, Jr.

Harold "Hal" Eugene Branch, Jr.

Feb 5, 2025

Harold "Hal" Eugene Branch, Jr., a beloved member of the Tifton community, passed away on February 5, 2025, at the Memorial Health Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. Born on February 15, 1969, in Tifton, Georgia, Hal touched many lives through his warmth, humor, and steadfast loyalty. 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, February 9, 2025 in the...

Mary Frances Cook Causey

Mary Frances Cook Causey

Feb 3, 2025

Mary Frances Cook Causey, of the Tifton community, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025, in her hometown of Tifton, Georgia, at the age of 89. She was born on September 22, 1935, as the daughter of Thomas Zachary"Jack" Cook and Eunice Laverne Turner Cook. She dedicated her life to her family, her faith, and a career in retail.

Family...

Melba Faye Kendrick Roberson

Melba Faye Kendrick Roberson

Feb 2, 2025

Melba Faye Kendrick Roberson, 83 of Tifton, Georgia formerly of Chula, Georgia passed away peacefully at Rehab Center of South Georgia on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born on November 14, 1941, in Turner County, Georgia to the late J. C. Kendrick, Jr. and Violet Tucker Kendrick. 

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 2:00...

Kathy E. Sumner Moran

Kathy E. Sumner Moran

Feb 1, 2025

Kathy Elizabeth Sumner Moran, born on December 13, 1954, in Tifton, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on February 1, 2025, at Pruitt Health Sunrise Nursing Home in Moultrie. A devoted nurse, loving mother, and proud grandmother, Kathy’s impact will be forever felt by those who knew and loved her.

Kathy dedicated more than forty years to the nursing profession, a career...

Michael David Buhler

Michael David Buhler

Jan 26, 2025

Michael "Mike" David Buhler Sr., cherished husband, devoted father, and beloved grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in Tifton, Georgia, at the age of 62. Born on August 25, 1962, in New Port Richey, Florida, Mike led a life filled with passion, adventure, and love for his family.

Mike was not only known for his unwavering support for the...

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