OBITUARIES
Recent Tift County Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Tifton, GA, Tift County & Surrounding Areas
Wayne Dunn
Sep 17, 2025
Roger “Wayne” Dunn, Sr., a beloved figure in the community and a lifelong agriculture farmer, passed away peacefully at his residence in Omega, Georgia, on September 17, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on September 30, 1947, in Tifton, Georgia,
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Maple Street Methodist Church of Omega...
Oveida Clyatt Blosch Harrison
Sep 15, 2025
Oveida Clyatt Blosch Harrison, 90, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. Born on November 13, 1934, in Chiefland, Florida, she lived a life enriched with love, family, and faith.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, September 26, 2025 in the...
Ricky Lamar Barnes
Sep 16, 2025
Ricky Lamar Barnes,55, born on September 20, 1969, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away on September 16, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center, leaving a legacy of kindness and dedication.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, September 19, 2025 in the chapel of Albritton Funeral Directors with Rev. Keith Norris officiating. Interment will follow at Turner Church Cemetery....
Erin Fowler Poole
Sep 12, 2025
Erin Fowler Poole, 27, a cherished daughter, beloved wife, and devoted friend, passed away on September 12, 2025, at her residence in Hawkinsville, Georgia. She was born on May 2, 1998 in Tifton, Georgia, and her warmth and spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
A funeral service to celebrate Erin's life will be held on September 17, 2025,...
Betty Titus
Sep 11, 2025
Betty Titus, née Alice Elizabeth Cathones, passed away on September 11, 2025 at the age of 95. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Costandina Cathones and Mabel Stafford Cathones, and her husband Joseph (Joe) Crovatt Titus.
A private graveside service will be held at Oakridge Cemetery.
Betty moved to Southern Nevada from Tifton, GA in 1986 when Joe was...
Betty Jean Mealor
Sep 8, 2025
Betty Jean Mealor, 94, a retired Associate Professor of Business Education from ABAC and UGA, passed away on September 8, 2025, at Legacy Village in Tifton, Georgia. Born on July 21, 1931, in Hiltonia, Georgia, she dedicated her life to both education and her family, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew her.
A memorial celebration of life visitation will...
Newell "Sarge" "Ned" Dorsey
Sep 7, 2025
Newell "Sarge" "Ned" Dorsey, resident of Tift County since 1970, a devoted member of the local community, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 7, 2025, at the age of 96.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 13, 2025 in the chapel of Albritton Funeral Directors with Rev. Josh Bennett officiating. Eulogies will be delivered...
Olivia Whiddon
Sep 7, 2025
Olivia McLean Whiddon, 61, born on May 24, 1964, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 7, 2025. A beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, and friend, Olivia was a vibrant and spirited individual whose life was filled with love and dedication to her family.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, September 11,...
Patty Smith Hall
Sep 7, 2025
Patty Smith Hall,87, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, surrounded by her family on, Sunday, September 7, 2025, entered into the arms of her Lord and Saviour. Born on November 23, 1937, in Tift County, Georgia, Patty was a beacon of love and faith throughout her life.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September...
Clifton Edsel Davis
Sep 1, 2025
Clifton Edsel Davis, 79, born on December 28, 1945, in Berrien County, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence in Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia, on September 1, 2025. He was a beloved member of his community and a dedicated family man, who touched the lives of many during his time with us.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on...
Dianne Tanner Roberts
Aug 30, 2025
Dianne Tanner Roberts, 75, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, at Pruitt Health-Sunrise in Moultrie, Georgia. Born on June 6, 1950, in Tifton, Georgia,
The family will hold memorial service at a later date.
Dianne spent many years as a secretary, providing valuable support to various businesses, including her time at the City of Tifton...
Phillip Andrew Dominy
Aug 25, 2025
Phillip A Dominy, 74, born on April 20, 1951, in Lumpkin County, Georgia, departed this life on August 25, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. He leaves behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, August 29, 2025 at Tifton...
Sarah Elizabeth Hand
Aug 25, 2025
Sarah Elizabeth Hand, 92, born on August 2, 1933, in Irwin County, Georgia, passed away at her residence in Tifton, Georgia, on August 25, 2025. She will be remembered fondly for her nurturing spirit and abundant generosity.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at Tift Memorial Gardens with Rev. Steve Hand officiating. The...
Linda C. Walker Myers
Aug 23, 2025
Linda C. Walker Myers, age 81, of Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at the South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA on August 23, 2025. Born on February 7, 1944, in Fitzgerald, Georgia, Linda was the beloved daughter of the late Carolyn Naomie Cooper and Clifford Haynes Walker.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00P.M. Wednesday, August 27, 2025 in the...
Ricardo Lopez Martinez
Aug 22, 2025
Ricardo Lopez Martinez, 68, born on April 3, 1957, in Nopaltepec, Veracruz, Mexico, peacefully departed this life on August 22, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication to family, and a passion for the simple pleasures in life.
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 25, 2025 from 5:00...
Linda Pearson Hardy
Aug 22, 2025
Linda Pearson Hardy beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend to many, departed this life peacefully Friday August 22, 2025 at her home in Tifton surrounded by her three daughters and precious niece who she considered her own.
A graveside service will be held at Oak Ridge cemetery Sunday August 24th at 3:00 PM with her grandchildren speaking and Jeff...
Marguerite Merritt
Aug 18, 2025
Marguerite Merritt, 67, was born on August 2, 1958, in Tifton, Georgia. She left this world peacefully on August 18, 2025, at the Tift Regional Medical Center, where she dedicated forty-seven years of her life as a respiratory therapist. Marguerite's profound commitment to her career was a testament to her nurturing spirit and dedication to helping others.
A memorial service to...
Paliben Patel
Aug 18, 2025
Paliben Patel, a beloved matriarch who touched the lives of many through her remarkable spirit and unwavering strength, passed away on August 18, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. Born on December 21, 1927, in Dungra, India, Paliben was a beacon of love and resilience to all who knew her.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M....
Oliver Edward Mason "Ollie"
Aug 16, 2025
Oliver Edward Mason, beloved husband, devoted stepfather, cherished brother, and loving uncle, passed away on August 16, 2025, at his residence in Tifton, Georgia. He was born on January 14, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, to Earl and Wanda L. Mason, both of whom preceded him in death.
Oliver dedicated over 25 years of his life as a truck driver, a profession...
Jack Phillips
Aug 9, 2025
Marion Jackson Phillips, 71, aka Uncle Jack of the Amboy Community, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center. He was born in Turner County, Georgia, and graduated from Turner County High School. After high school, he attended South Georgia VoTech School where he graduated with a certificate in the electrical trade.
A Funeral Service will be...
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