OBITUARIES

Recent Tift County Obituaries

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

Erin Fowler Poole

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,...

Ricky Lamar Barnes

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....

Oveida Clyatt Blosch Harrison

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...

Betty Jean Mealor

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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"

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

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...

Betty Taylor Flancher

Betty Taylor Flancher

Aug 2, 2025

Betty Ruth Taylor Flancher, 83, a wonderful wife, mother, sister, Nanny and cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 2, 2025, at her residence in Tifton, Georgia. Born on December 7, 1941 on The Pearl Harbor Day, Betty lived a life filled with love, warmth, and unwavering support for her family.

The funeral service will be...

J. C. Fowler

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, Colandra Copeland officiating. Interment will...