Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Dublin, Georgia and surrounding areas.

Thomas (Tom) Anthony Boknevitz

Thomas (Tom) Anthony Boknevitz

Jun 24, 2024

Thomas Anthony "Tom" Boknevitz 77, of Dublin, passed away peacefully at home on June 24, 2024.

Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Leonard and Lorraine Boknevitz, as soon as he graduated from high school, he joined the US Air Force. Serving his country was one of his greatest accomplishments.  He was a member of the 16th...

Paul Turley

Paul Turley

Jun 19, 2024

Willie Paul Turley, age 50, of Dublin, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

Mr. Turley was born on December 26, 1973. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie Jay Turley.

He is survived by his mother, Lonia Deloris Towle, of Dublin; sisters, Rebecca May Pugh (Mike), of Jacksonville, FL and Shirlene Elkins,...

Edward V. Ellington, Jr.

Edward V. Ellington, Jr.

Jun 17, 2024

Edward Virgil Ellington, Jr., 87, of Dublin, passed away on June 17, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born to the late Edward Virgil Ellington, Sr., and the late Elerie Clifton Ellington on January 17, 1937, in Twin City, Georgia. He graduated from Emmanuel County Institute in 1955.

He is survived by his daughter,...

Danny Martuscello

Danny Martuscello

Jun 17, 2024

Daniel (Danny) Frank Martuscello was born in Amsterdam, NY on January 31, 1942, to the late Daniel Martuscello and the late Alma Bauder Martuscello. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his only sister, Mary Elizabeth Best. He passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024.

He is survived by wife, Carol Currie Martuscello,...

Nelda Crow

Nelda Crow

Jun 15, 2024

Ruby Nelda Crow was born on April 25, 1923, in Oglethorpe County, GA (near Stephens, GA). The Crow family moved to Laurens County in 1938. After high school, she was employed with F.W. Woolworth in Dublin. She later transferred to Woolworth in High Point, North Carolina.

In the mid 1950's, Woolworth opened numerous "Woolco" Stores around the...

Ronnie Sawyer

Ronnie Sawyer

Jun 14, 2024

Ronald "Ronnie" Sawyer, of Dublin, GA, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024, at the age of 82, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 3, 1942, to Darvis and Nola Woodard Sawyer, Ronald's life was a testament to the values of love, dedication, and faith that he held dear.

Growing up in Dublin, he was...

Billy Burney

Billy Burney

Jun 14, 2024

Funeral services for Mr. Billy Burney, age 79, will be held at 10:00 A.M., Monday, June 17, 2024, at Buckhorn Methodist Church with Rev. Keith Powell officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Mr. Burney was born October 4, 1944, in Dublin, Georgia; he was preceded in death by his parents, the late John Burney and...

Betty Jean (Davis)  Kight

Betty Jean (Davis) Kight

Jun 10, 2024

Betty Jean Davis Kight, age 87, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Dublin, Georgia.

Born on August 3, 1936, in Soperton, Georgia; she was preceded in death by her parents, the late Milton Talmadge Davis and Inell Calhoun Davis; her husband, Lucien Roy Kight; a sister, Larue Braddy and a brother, Sidney Davis. Betty retired after...

John L. Bates

John L. Bates

Jun 9, 2024

John L. Bates, a man of deep faith and unwavering love, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2024, in Dublin, GA, at the age of 82. Born on November 17, 1941, in Empire, GA, John was the cherished son of the late Arthur Marion Bates and Laura Susan Jones Bates. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife,...

Tim Franks

Tim Franks

Jun 8, 2024

Charles Timothy "Tim" Franks, aged 63, a cherished husband, father, brother, grandfather, and educator, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2024, in Dublin, Georgia. Born in Athens, Alabama, on September 13, 1960, to Charles W. Franks and Anita Broadway Franks, Tim was a beacon of light and laughter in the lives of those who knew him.

Tim's...

Ann Lee

Ann Lee

Jun 8, 2024

Myrle Ann Lee passed away peacefully on June 8, 2024, at the age of 67 in Augusta, Georgia. Born on September 8, 1956, in Daytona Beach, Florida, Ann was the beloved daughter of the late Henry S. Lee, Sr. and Betty Lastinger Lee. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Harold D. Lee, She was a devoted...

Johnny Edward Register

Johnny Edward Register

Jun 7, 2024

Johnny Edward Register passed away peacefully on June 7, 2024, in Savannah, GA. Born on January 27, 1955, in Dublin, GA, Johnny's life was characterized by his handy nature, kindness, and friendly demeanor.

Johnny's early years in Dublin laid the foundation for a life full of love and hard work. He was the proud owner of Johnny...

Herman Lee Hall, Jr.

Herman Lee Hall, Jr.

Jun 6, 2024

Herman Lee Hall, Jr., affectionately known as "Poppy", passed away on June 6, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on December 28, 1942, in Dublin, Georgia, to the late Herman Lee Hall, Sr. and Frankie Pritchett Hall, Herman was a man whose life was marked by devotion to his family, his faith, and his country.

Herman...

Brooks Hall Mclendon

Brooks Hall Mclendon

Jun 4, 2024

Brooks Hall McLendon, a beautiful baby boy who entered this world on May 17, 2024, went to his heavenly home on June 4, 2024. Despite his short time, his presence brought immense joy and love to all who knew him. The memory of Brooks will forever be cherished by his parents, Hayden McLendon and Sydney Tarpley; grandparents, Stacy McLendon...

Robert Allison Cobb

Robert Allison Cobb

Jun 1, 2024

Robert Allison Cobb, 64, of East Dublin, passed away, June 1, 2024.

Mr. Cobb was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Cedric Cobb and Louise Jones Cobb and a son Steven Cobb.

Mr. Cobb was a loving husband and father.

Survivors include his wife Esther Cobb of East Dublin, daughters, Jennifer Meeks...

Barbara Elizabeth (Vincent)  Ellis

Barbara Elizabeth (Vincent) Ellis

Jun 1, 2024

Barbara Elizabeth Vincent Ellis, age 96, of Dexter was called home to be with her Savior on June 1, 2024. Mrs. Ellis was a devoted pastor's wife, who loved Jesus and her family.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and  was preceded in death by Dr. Alton W. Ellis, Sr., her beloved husband of 59 ½ years....

Deloris (Rozar)  Smith

Deloris (Rozar) Smith

May 31, 2024

Deloris Rozar Smith, age 88, of Dexter, passed away on May 31,2024 at her home.

Mrs. Smith  was preceded in death by her husband, Reason Menzo Smith, her parents ,Nick and  Ernestine McGaha Rozar ,two brothers, Buck Rozar and Bob Rozar, sister, Mary Rowland and a brother-in-law, Russell Rowland.

Survivors include her brother, Monroe Rozar...

Sandra Mckinnon

Sandra Mckinnon

May 30, 2024

Sandra Lee McKinnon (Sandy) was called home to be with Jesus on Thursday May 30, 2024.  Her life was a beautiful reflection of her gentle soul. Sandy was born on December 12, 1970 to Billy and Ruby Lee. Sandy was a 1989 graduate of Dublin High School. Sandy completed Heart of Georgia Vocational School for accounting and later in...

Joshua Blake Mallory

Joshua Blake Mallory

May 19, 2024

Joshua Blake Mallory (Josh), age 39, of Longwood, Florida passed away at the Orlando Regional Medical Center Trauma Unit on May 19, 2024. He was injured after getting out of his vehicle to lend a helping hand with a collision he witnessed in front of him. After fighting for his life for 28 days with his loving family by...

George E. Ware

George E. Ware

May 19, 2024

George E. Ware, a long-time resident of Laurens County, peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, May 19, 2024.  He was born on October 14, 1937, to the late Mitchell and Mary Lou Barnette Ware of Dudley, GA.

He joins his beloved wife, Colleen Ware in eternal rest. George was a member of Rentz Baptist...

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