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Services for David Andrew (Drew) Eason, 52, were held at 4 p.m. on Monday, March 11, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church of Thomasville. Pastor Timothy Scoonover officiated. Visitation followed in the Fellowship Hall. Born September 13, 1960 in Worth County, Drew was the son of Barbara Dockery Eason and the late Thomas Eason. He is…
At approximately 3:45 last Tuesday, 22-year old Josh Boddiford was traveling south on Massey Airport Road when he lost control of his vehicle, hit an embankment and flipped an unknown amount of times. Reports indicate speed was a determining factor. Boddiford was ejected from the vehicle and thrown approximately 27 feet. He was transported by…
Almost exactly like a meeting between the United States Postal Service and the City of Sumner a few weeks ago, the USPS returned to Worth County last Wednesday at noon to discuss the future of another rural post office with residents from the City of Poulan. And, just like the pre-meditated decision with the aforementioned…
Anne Harrell has music in her DNA. What began as a diversion with piano lessons from her great Aunt Cissy at six years of age has developed over time into a vital part of her daily life. Anne plays piano, and the music speaks to her and for her. She has an amazing gift and…
Mr. Max B. Eaton, 78, of Sylvester died Saturday March 16, 2013 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday March 22, 2103 at Banks Funeral Chapel with full military honors. Dr. Ben Bush will officiate. Max was born in Fitzgerald, GA on December 29, 1934 to…
Barbara Jean Belflower Hampton, 46, of Tifton passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at her home, surrounded by her family, after a long battle with ALS. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at First Baptist Church in Chula. Reverends Chad Hall and Dan Eidson officiated with burial…
The Worth County Rams football program held a bittersweet awards ceremony last Thursday evening at the high school. Not only did the banquet represent the final gathering as a team for some 17 Ram seniors, but the evening also marked the end of Head Coach Scotty Ward’s, and many of his assistant coaches’, tenure in…
March is designated as the month to recognize Women in History. Worth County is fortunate to have women making history every day, not only in their homes and families, but through contributions to our community, our churches, and civic organizations. One outstanding Woman of Worth is Ms. Jean Brooks. Her priorities are God, family and…
Mrs. Ilone Aultman Hufstetler, 96, of Poulan died Friday March 15, 2013 at Tift Regional Medical Center. The graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday March 17, 2013 at the Poulan Cemetery with Rev. Bill Barksdale officiating. Mrs. Hufstetler was born on October 16, 1916 to the late William Henry and Fannie…
Kendall Dillard, 48, of El Paso, Tex. died Saturday, March 9, 2013 at Providence Memorial Hospital. The deceased wishes were to be cremated with no memorial service and the family will honor his wishes. Mr. Dillard was born October 15, 1964 in Albany and was the son of Robert and Joyce Sledge of Ty Ty….