All Obituaries

Larry Sapp, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026 at the age of 68 in Emanuel County. His passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Born on December 27, 1957 in Bulloch County, Larry was the son of the late Jim and Doris Sapp. He grew up in Emanuel County, where he developed a strong work ethic, a deep love for family, and the steady, dependable character that would define his life. Larry ...

On Saturday, February 21, 2026, Mr. John Willie Turner departed this life unexpectedly. He was born on December 17, 1958, in Emanuel County, Georgia, to the late Mr. Willie and Mrs. Beatrice Turner. He was the fourth oldest of eleven children. He attended the Emanuel County School System. John worked at Swainsboro Print Works until the business closed. He then became self employed as an awesome brick mason and painter. John was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Turner, son, Mark ...

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Mr. Lawrence Wadley Sr. departed this life in the care of the Wellstar MCG Health Medical team in Augusta, Georgia following an extended illness.   He was born December 21, 1942, to the late Mr. Claude Wadley, and Mrs. Jessie Mae Wadley in Baxley Georgia, He was a native of Emanuel County and attended the Emanuel County School System. He joined St. Galilee Baptist Church at an early age. He worked for many years at ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son Wallace “Anthony” Turner who left us unexpectedly on February 7th, 2026, after a brief illness. He passed away at the age of 44 years  Though his time with us was far too brief, it is believed that God took him home to be with him to a place so that he can rest and not suffer anymore. Now being free from trouble of this life, he has transitioned beyond the heavens where death hath no more power and ...

On February 5, 2026, God called Mr. Romanis Norwood from his earthly labors to his eternal rest, to a land free from sickness, pain, and sorrow.  Romanis was born on August 25, 1929, in Soperton, Georgia, to the late Annie B. Williams. He later moved to Swainsboro, Georgia, where he received his formal education in the Emanuel County School System and was known for his strong aptitude in mathematics.  At an early age, Romanis accepted Christ and became a faithful and devoted ...

Mr. Richard “Bruh” "Flippa"  Brinson Jr., a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, was born on December 14, 1967, in Emanuel County, Georgia, to the late Irene Brinson and the late Richard “Tillie” Brinson Sr. On Sunday, February 1, 2026, Bruh answered the Master’s call and was peacefully called home. Richard was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his craft as a brick mason. He took great pride in his work, leaving behind a ...

Marie Lynette Chaffee (Sheffield) passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, surrounded by her family. Marie was born in Brockport, New York, on June 11, 1942. She is survived by her children Theresa Walker-Keegan (Jason); Jessie Thompson (Roy); Cindy Leach (Lenny); Marie Rehm (Eugene); and Patty Chaplin; her brothers Richard Sheffield and Jerry Sheffield; as well as her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Marie was predeceased by her parents, George ...

Martha S. Lawrence Mitchell was born on August 4, 1940, in Emanuel County Georgia minutes after her twin sister Mary Lawrence, who preceded her in death. Martha was the ninth of 13 children of the late Richard Arthur Lawrence, Sr.  and Leola Palmer Lawrence. She was Co-Captain of the Emanual County High School Lady Rattlers, who won the Georgia High School State Championship of 1958. She was salutatorian of the Emanuel County High School class of 1959. She attended Morris Brown College, ...

Jennifer Lavern Whitfield, affectionately known as “Jean,” age 82, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, peacefully entered eternal rest on January 14, after a brief illness, at St. Francis Medical Center in Midlothian, Virginia. She gained her Heavenly wings surrounded by care and love. Jennifer was born on May 24, 1943, in Swainsboro, Georgia, to the late Mr. Robert Mack and Irene J. Mack. At an early age, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior and became a ...