OBITUARIES
Recent Tift County Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Tifton, GA, Tift County & Surrounding Areas
J. C. Fowler
Jul 27, 2025
J C Fowler,84, a faithful servant of God and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia.
Funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Friendship Baptist Church, located at 2120 S Park Ave, Tifton, GA 31794 with Associate Pastor, Calandra Copeland officiating. Interment will...
Thomas "Tom" Allen Fletcher
Jul 24, 2025
Thomas "Tom" Allen Fletcher, born on February 19, 1964, in Warner Robins, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence in Tifton, Georgia, on July 24, 2025.
He was a beloved figure in his community and a devoted family man whose legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
Tom served as the superintendent of Tifton Turf, where he...
Jeanette Walker Dickens
Jul 23, 2025
Jeanette Walker Dickens, 83, born on May 23, 1942, in Randolph County, Georgia, peacefully passed away on July 23, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia.
She lived a fulfilling life, marked by her dedication to family and a career that spanned three decades with the Georgia Department of Labor, where she served as manager of the Valdosta office...
Larry Samuel Creel, Sr.
Jul 22, 2025
Larry Samuel Creel, Sr., age 84, of Chula, Georgia, passed away on July 22, 2025, at Phoebe Medical Center in Albany, Georgia. Born on January 8, 1941, in Tift County, Georgia, he lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love for his family.
Larry enjoyed a notable career with the U.S. Postal Service, proudly serving the community for twenty-five years...
Mary Jo Kelley
Jul 18, 2025
Mary Jo Griffis Kelley, 85, born on January 25, 1940, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025 at Grace Memory Care, in Boise, Idaho.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Lakeside Assembly of God of Moultrie, 146 Tara Street, Moultrie, Georgia 31768 with Rev. Zach Abell officiating. Interment will...
Barbara Ann Ellis Stone
Jul 13, 2025
Barbara Ann Ellis Stone, born on March 2, 1946, in Nashville, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence in Enigma, Georgia, on July 13, 2025. She was a beloved figure in her community and a cherished family member, known for her kind heart and unwavering dedication to those she loved.
Visitation will take place on Tuesday morning, July 15, 2025, from...
Troy Layton Hampton, Sr.
Jul 10, 2025
Troy Layton Hampton, Sr., went home to his Lord on July 10, 2025 in his home with his wife, Linda Willis Hampton, beside him. On July 1st they shared their 58th wedding anniversary with cherished memories. The sweetest memories were those of their son, Layton Hampton, who went home to his Lord on October 15, 2024. He blessed their lives...
Faith Brantley Tyson
Jul 9, 2025
Faith Brantley Tyson passed away on July 9, 2025, at Haven Memory Care of Athens. She was born on December 17, 1941, in Ocala, Florida to Lester and Eloyce Maddox Brantley (both deceased). She was also preceded in death by her husband, Donald W. Tyson, Sr., brother Norman Brantley, and sister Mary Ann Brantley Bryan.
Mrs. Tyson grew up in Ocilla,...
Phil Cavenaugh
Jul 8, 2025
Phil Cavenaugh,75, born on January 3, 1950, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence in Tifton on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, remembered for his vibrant spirit and engaging personality.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. in the chapel of Albritton Funeral Directors...
Vivian Elaine McDuffie
Jul 8, 2025
Vivian Elaine Wilkerson McDuffie, 78, born on May 23, 1947, in Turner County, Georgia, passed away on July 8, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center. Vivian lived a life filled with love, dedication, and devotion to her family and community.
She graduated from Rebecca High School and poured her heart into her family, dedicating herself primarily to caring for her husband,...
Winette Lupo Fletcher
Jul 6, 2025
Winette Lupo Fletcher, peacefully passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Tift Regional Medical Center in Tifton, Georgia. She was born on October 23, 1955, in Irwin County to the late Bonnie and Thomas J. Lupo, Jr.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday July 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Eureka Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Chula, Georgia...
Joyce Ann Stricklen Day
Jun 21, 2025
Joyce Ann Stricklen Day, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on June 21, 2025, at Willson Hospice House in Albany, Georgia. She was born on October 1, 1950, in Vernon, Florida, to the late Alexander Hershel Stricklen, Jr. and Julie Ann Foster Stricklen.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM...
Tracy Hembree Young
Jun 19, 2025
Mrs. Tracy Hembree Young, 64, of Omega passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family.
Funeral services will be held at Salem Baptist Church on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 3:00 P.M. with Rev. Phillip Dove officiating. Interment will follow at Omega Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:30 to 2:30 P.M. at the...
Edward "Edd" Emerson Combs, Jr.
Jun 18, 2025
Edward "Edd" Emerson Combs, Jr. of Tifton, Georgia, passed away at the age of 81. He leaves behind a life filled with dedication to his faith and family.
Edd was born October 22, 1943 in Piqua, Ohio. He graduated from Yamato High School in Japan and earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Georgia. Edd moved to...
Roger Paul Sutton
Jun 17, 2025
Roger Paul Sutton, born on May 16, 1957, Tifton, Georgia passed away peacefully at his residence on June 17, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose life was defined by his unwavering dedication to family and community.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, June 20, 2025 at Albritton Funeral Directors with Dr....
Rebecca "Becky" Joyce Baker
Jun 16, 2025
Rebecca "Becky" Joyce Baker, born on September 11, 1972, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away tragically in a vehicle accident on June 16, 2025. She was a cherished member of her community and a beloved figure to family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 21, 2025 in the chapel of Albritton Funeral Directors with Rev....
Kali Leann Baker
Jun 16, 2025
Kali "Miss Sunshine" Leann Baker, a radiant light in the lives of those who knew and loved her, was born on June 16, 2020, in Tifton, Georgia. She brought joy and laughter to her family and friends, earning the affectionate title of "Miss Sunshine." Kali's early years were marked by sweetness and exuberance, as she embraced life with a vibrant...
Candler Baker
Jun 16, 2025
Candler Baker, a lively and spirited young boy, was born on April 5, 2023, in Valdosta, Georgia. He brought joy and energy to all who knew him, touching countless lives with his playful spirit and infectious laughter. Sadly, Candler passed away on June 16, 2025, as the result of a tragic vehicle accident in Tifton, Georgia. His brief time on...
Barbara Ann Sumner
Jun 4, 2025
Barbara Ann Pearson Sumner, born on June 24, 1937, in Tifton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence in Enigma, Georgia, on June 4, 2025, at the age of 87. A cherished member of her community and a devoted homemaker, Barbara’s life was a beautiful testament to love and dedication to family.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on...
Vachel David Tyson, Jr.
Jun 3, 2025
Vachel David Tyson, Jr., affectionately known as David, passed away on June 3, 2025, at his residence in Tifton, Georgia. Born on July 16, 1949, in Tifton, David dedicated his life to his family, community, and career.
David enjoyed a fruitful career at the Coastal Plain Experiment Station, where he served as an Ag. research farm manager for forty years, after...
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