OBITUARIES
Recent Tift County Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Tifton, GA, Tift County & Surrounding Areas
April Lynn Newkirk
Jul 25, 2026
April Lynn Batten Newkirk, 45, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, Georgia. Born on August 23, 1980, in Pender County, North Carolina, April was a beacon of light and compassion, whose warmth touched the lives of many.
April’s gentle spirit and boundless kindness were evident throughout her life. As a daughter, she brought...
Linda Lee Archer
Jul 18, 2026
Linda Lee Bush Archer, cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, at her daughter’s residence in Saint Augustine, Florida. Born September 13, 1948, in Omega, Georgia, Linda brought light and kindness into the lives of all who knew her.
Linda’s journey began in the close-knit community of Omega, where she formed lifelong bonds with...
Beverly Thomas Harrison
Jul 9, 2026
Beverly Thomas Harrison, age 81, of Norman Park, formerly of Cordele, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 9, 2026.
Born on May 21, 1945 she was the oldest of three children born to the late Clarence Benjamin Thomas and Nettie Mae Stewart Thomas.
Beverly was proceeded in death by her beloved husband of 30 years, Casey Harrison...
William Lloyd Goforth, Jr.
Jul 7, 2026
William Lloyd Goforth Jr. passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, in Dublin, Georgia, at the age of 85. Born June 9, 1941, in Albany, Georgia, William lived a long and fulfilling life that left an indelible mark on those who knew and loved him.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Albritton Funeral...
Kay Spradlin
Jul 3, 2026
Francis Kay Spradlin, lovingly known as “Nana,” passed away at her residence surrounded by the love of her family July 3rd, 2026. Born on March 8, 1944, in Lakeland, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Bessie Pate Manning and Robert Lee Manning.
Her funeral service will be held on July 6, 2026, Monday at 10:00 A.M., in the chapel...
Georgianne Jones
Jun 25, 2026
Georgianne Jones, born on April 3, 1953, in Tifton, Georgia, to the late Doris McGill Jones and Garrett Jones, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at Tift Regional Medical Center. Her life was marked by a quiet strength and a connection to the community where she was both born and spent her final days.
Funeral services will be held at...
Lawsona Jane Twilley Gibson
Jun 24, 2026
Lawsona Jane Twilley Gibson, 89, of Brunswick, Georgia, went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2026.
Born on December 6, 1936, Lawsona was the daughter of the late Lawson and Jimmie Akins Twilley. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of nearly 55 years, John W. Gibson Sr., whom she married on September 26, 1956. He preceded...
Ellen Eaton
Jun 24, 2026
Ellen Sprouse Eaton, 74 of Tifton, Georgia entered into Heaven on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Cypress Pond Assisted Living Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday. June 26, 2026 in the Chapel of First Baptist Church of Tifton with Rev. T. J. Mauldin officiating and her daughter Leslie Sprouse Bloebaum delivering the eulogy. The family will...
Ruby Wright McCurdy
Jun 23, 2026
Ruby Irene Wright McCurdy, 95 passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, at Southern Oaks Personal Care Home surrounded by her loving family. She was formerly a resident of the Waterloo Community in Irwin County, Georgia. Her journey began on July 30, 1930 in Turner County where she was born as one of twelve children to her parents, Woodfin Henry...
Kenneth Dean Haden
Jun 12, 2026
Kenneth Dean Haden, age 74, of Tifton, GA, passed away on June 12, 2026, at Tifton Regional Medical Center, due to health complications.
Ken was born on June 8, 1952, to parents Dean and Alma (Nelson) Haden of Lytton, IA. As a small child Ken enjoyed “cowboy music,” being outside, helping his dad with farm chores and any kind of tool....
Vivian Carlene Hoffman
Jun 8, 2026
Vivian Carlene Smith Hoffman, 91, resident of Greenwood, South Carolina, widow of Grady Virgil Hoffman, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026, at her home.
Born May 26, 1935, in Ocala, Florida, she was a daughter of the late Carl Richard Smith, Sr. and Vivian Link Smith. Carlene retired from the Social Security Administration after more than 30 years of dedicated service.
A...
Tommie Akins Reeves
May 28, 2026
Tommie Akins Reeves, affectionately known as "Butch," passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Archbold Medical Center in Thomasville, Georgia. Born on November 20, 1944, in Senioa, Georgia, he lived a life marked by dedication, skill, and a generous spirit.
As per his wishes, he will be cremated and his ashes will be interred at Lakeside Memory Gardens at a...
Mary Elouise Phelps Sutton
May 28, 2026
Mary Elouise Phelps Sutton, known affectionately as Elouise, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, at her residence in Tifton, Georgia. Born on June 25, 1933, in Tift County, she lived a life marked by devotion, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
A graveside service to honor the life of Mary Elouise Phelps Sutton will take place on...
Alexis Medina
May 26, 2026
Alexis Medina, 22, passed away on May 26, 2026, in Tifton, Georgia. Born on April 1, 2004, in Anaheim, California, Alexis lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and the joys of family.
Throughout his career, Alexis contributed significantly to the manufacturing pull behind trailer business for Steel Pines Cargo in Tifton, where his commitment and expertise were well respected. Beyond...
Charles Wayne Yawn
May 25, 2026
Charles Wayne Yawn, affectionately known as Wayne, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. Born on January 19, 1940, in Tift County, Georgia, Wayne was a lifelong resident who held a deep connection to his community and family.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. in the...
Willard Edward Chastain
May 23, 2026
Willard Edward Chastain, known fondly as "Butch," passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. Born on March 28, 1949, in Blue Ridge, Georgia, he lived a life marked by dedication, skill, and a unique spirit that distinguished him from the ordinary.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, May...
Brandon Lott
May 22, 2026
Rockwell “Brandon” Lott, Jr., 52 born January 26, 1974, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at his residence in Chula, Georgia. He was deeply cherished by all who knew him and will be remembered for his quiet strength and unwavering dedication to the land he loved.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026...
Jennifer McConnell
May 21, 2026
Jennifer Dawn Greer McConnell, 54, a devoted and accomplished registered nurse for thirty-five years passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital North in Lutz, Florida. Born on December 17, 1971, in Sumter County, Americus, Georgia, Jennifer dedicated her life to the care and well-being of others, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the nursing profession.
Funeral services...
Ernest Wade Knight
May 17, 2026
Ernest Wade Knight, lovingly known as “Bitt,” passed away unexpectedly on May 17th, at the age of 52.
A memorial service to honor Ernest “Bitt” Knight will be held on Friday, May 29th at 2:00pm with Rev. Ike Branch officiating at Albritton Funeral Home.
Bitt was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend who was known for his generosity, humor, and unwavering...
Esteban Badillo Garcia
May 16, 2026
Esteban Badillo Garcia, a devoted father, husband and grandfather who loved construction work, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. Born on December 26, 1962, in Atotonilco El Grande, La Nogalera, Hidalgo, Mexico. Esteban’s life was marked by his unwavering commitment to family, faith, and the outdoors.
Funeral services will be held at...
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