Obituaries  December 2008

 

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Mary Aspinwall Herndon 94 Odum
John Henry Griffin 88 Baxley
Maeleigh Elaine Driggers 2 Months Metter
David Lee Griffin 63 Alma, GA
Harry Clanton Sims, Jr 78 Baxley
Denny Eugene Smith 63 Baxley
Robert Eugene "Bobby" Lewis 77 Baxley
Louise V. Brown 81 Baxley
Dea Elizabeth Mann 71 Surrency
Herbert E. Youngblood 72 Baxley
Jacob Colby Hutcheson 13 Baxley
Brenda Ogden Madan 55 Odum, GA
Ruth Eva Robbins 89 Waycross, GA
Robert Leon McMillan 67 Baxley
Elizabeth Beasley Carter 83 Baxley

Mary Aspinwall Herndon

Mrs. Mary Aspinwall Herndon died Tuesday, December 30, 2008 in the Wayne Memorial Hospital.

Mrs. Herndon was born October 1, 1914 in Appling County to the late Ellis Aspinwall and the late Mattie Ammons Aspinwall. She was a member of Memorial Free Will Baptist Church and was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Herndon, daughter, Shirlene Herndon Lightsey, 2 Sons, Edgar Russell Herndon and J.D. Herndon, 6 Sisters, Miriam Rozier, Mammie Tillman, Minnie Moore, Mert Bennett, Mabel Owens, and Melba Aldrich, 5 brothers, George Aspinwall, Ellis Aspinwall, Jr., Gordan Aspinwall, Kenneth Aspinwall and Billy Aspinwall.

Survivors Include: Daughter and Son-in-law, Betty Jo and Jack Griffis of Surrency; Sons and Daughter in law, Glynn Herndon of Odum and Rodney and Hazel Herndon of Baxley; Sister, Maude Karaway of Rock Island, Ill. 18 Grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, 35 great great grandchildren and 34 nieces and nephews also survive.

Active Pallbearers: Edgar Russell Herndon, Gary Herndon, James K. Lightsey, Ricky Herndon, Mark Herndon, and Dustin Morris.

Honorary Pallbearers: all in attendance

Funeral Services will be held Friday, January 2, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. from the Memorial Free Will Baptist Church.  Mrs. Herndon will lie in state one hour prior to funeral service.

Interment: Church Cemetery

Ministers: Rev. Amos McMillian and Rev. Jerry Newell

Visitation will be Thursday, January 1, 2008 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Swain Funeral Home.

The family will assemble at the home of Betty and Jack Griffis, Hwy 203, Surrency

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

John Henry Griffin

Mr. John Henry Griffin died Sunday, December28, 2008 in the Appling Healthcare System after an extended illness.

Mr. Griffin was born May 29, 1920 in Jeff Davis County to the late Jesse and Mamie Carter Griffin. He was a retired Farmer and was of the Baptist Faith. Mr. Griffin was preceded in death by his Wife, Kate Kicklighter Griffin and three sons, John L. Griffin, James Holt Griffin, and Glenn Griffin.

Survivors Include: Three Daughters and Sons-in-law; Venola and Buddy Miles of Alma, Vernie Griffin and June Dale and Randy Kimbrel all of Baxley; 3 Sons and Daughters-in-law, J.F. Phyllis Griffin of Baxley, Bayne and Laurie Griffin of Perry, and Tony L. Griffin of Baxley; 2 Foster Sisters, Levenia Doke and Odessa Skipper both of Baxley; 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Active Pallbearers: Chris Carter, Eric Moore, Michael Hunter, Scott Whitley, Kevin Moore, William "Bill" Nix

Honorary Pallbearers: Altamaha Home Health Care, Wylena Lynch, Dr. Errol G. Graham, J.E. and Helen Roberson, Merrell and Norma Faye Miles, Dale and Judy Lynch, Boozy Bullard, Aubrey and Linda Lynch, JoAnna A. Beecher, Robert and Joyce Churchville, Robert and Violet Williams, Billy Leggett, Mary Leggett, Diane Bennett, Oris and Cherry Lynch Buster, and JimmiRee Miles, Jimmy and Connie Miles, Ernest Beckworth, H.M. Herndon, Marion Crummey, Albert and Wilda Ann Crosby, Verlon Moore, Joseph L. "Short" Crosby, Danny Britt, Benny Crews, B.J. Crews, Appling Healthcare System Nurses, Nurse Assistants, Rebecca Bohanan, Joffre Courson, and Russell and Kristen Crosby.

Funeral Services will be Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home.

Interment: Red Oak Baptist Church Cemetery

Ministers: Rev. Ron Ross and Rev. Rick Brown

Visitation will be Tuesday, December 30, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Swain Funeral Home

The family will assemble at the residence, 894 Henry Griffin Rd.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Maeleigh Elaine Driggers

Maeleigh Elaine Driggers died Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at her residence in Metter.

Maeleigh Elaine was born October 8, 2008 in Coffee County to Michael Karon Driggers and Lindsey Elaine Herndon Driggers. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Richard Wheeler and Tyson Lanier.

Survivors Include: Her parents, Michael and Lindsey Driggers of Metter; Sister, Haley Grace Driggers of Metter; Brother, Tyson Author Driggers of Metter; Grandparents, Connie Lanier of Metter, Cindy Wheeler of Uvalda, Karon and Pam Driggers of Statesboro and George and Linda Herndon of Baxley

Active Pallbearers: Brandon Womble, Brett Massey, Ryan Johnson, and Beau Collins

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home.

Ministers: Rev. Steven Toole, Rev. Wesley Woods, and Pastor Ray Woodcock

Interment: Carter Cemetery

Visitation will be Friday, December 26, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Swain Funeral Home.

The family will assemble at Cindy Wheeler, 104 Rodger NeeSmith, Uvalda, GA

Swain Funeral Services is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

David Lee Griffin

Mr. David Lee Griffin died December 21, 2008 at his residence in Alma, GA.

Mr. Griffin was born May, 27, 1945 in Carrollton, GA to the late Dorris Lee Griffin and Frances Chambers Griffin. He was employed with the Coffee Correctional Facility as Business manager for 7 years. He was preceded in death by his son Thomas Burke, Jr.

Survivors Include: His wife of 18 years Carolyn Grace Griffin; Daughters: Cristina Griffin, Michelle (Courtney) Cray, Melissa Deen; Sons: Kyle Burke, Tommy (Linda) Deen, Rev. David (Pam) Deen, Ned Deen; Stepdaughters: Misty Taylor and Rhonda (Tim) Feasby; Grandchildren: Kenan Griffin, Isaiah Cray, Kiki Cray, Jazmin Cray; Step grandchildren: Marc Sandiford, Bo Taylor, Kristy Taylor, Kayla Taylor; Grand Grandchild: Dayton Taylor; Sister: Elizabeth (Betty) Tankersley and Husband Harry; Brother: Dr. Joseph (Jan) Griffin

Graveside Services will be held Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at Omega Cemetery.

Interment: Omega Cemetery

Minister: Bro. Chris Swinson and Ruth Nance

Memorials: In lieu of flowers any Condolences may be made to the home.

The family will assemble at his residence 756 Pine Level Church Rd, Alma, GA.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Harry Clanton Sims, Jr

Mr. Harry Clanton Sims, Jr died December 19, 2008.

Mr. Sims was born June 26, 1930 in Chatham County and was married to Nadine Sims. He was the son of the late Harry C. Sims and Rosebud F. Sims of Rincon, GA. He had resided in Appling County for the past 44 years. Mr. Sims was an active member of the First United Methodist Church. He was a member of the Trinity Sunday School Class and the Methodist Men. Mr. Sims was a former Scout Master for Troop 472 of Baxley, he received the National Endowment Award being designated the James E. West Fellow from the Okefenokee Area Council of the BSA. Mr. Sims was a member of the D Company, 10th Infantry BN-USMCR, Savannah, GA. He was retired truck driver from FRP/Akzo Nobel Chemicals. He was an avid deer hunter and fisherman as well as a devoted father.

Survivors Include: His Wife, Nadine Wells Sims of Baxley, two daughters Sheila Sims and Yvonne (Randy) Sellers of Baxley; two sons, Ronnie (JoAnne) Sims of Brunswick, GA, and Douglas Sims of Baxley; two sisters Mary Nell Bowers of Bloomingdale, GA, and Florence S. Moore of Rincon, GA; two brothers Andy Sims of Virginia Beach, VA, and George (Frank) Sims of Omaha, NE; four grandchildren and eleven nieces and nephews.

Active Pallbearers: Vernon DeLoach, Jimmy Allen, Kelly Bird, Marty Sims, Andy Sims, and Omer McLean

Honorary Pallbearers: Trinity Sunday School Class and all family and friends in attendance.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 22, 2008 at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m.

Interment: Goshen Cemetery, Rincon, GA at 3:30 p.m.

Minister: Rev. Alan Miller and Roy McClung

Visitation: December 21, 2008

Remembrances: BSA – Troop 472 and First United Methodist Church – Family Life Center

The Family will assemble at 551 Alpine Dr, Baxley, GA

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Denny Eugene Smith

Mr. Denny Eugene Smith died December 16, 2008 at the Southeast Georgia Health System.

Mr. Smith was a member of Red Oak Baptist Church where he taught the Senior Adult Sunday School Class, he was retired from the Atlanta Gas Light Company, a veteran of the United States Army, a present member of the Baxley Lions Club, owner of Smith Plant Company, and past member of the Appling County Development Authority. Mr. Smith is preceded in death by his father and mother Harold and Eula Smith and his grandson Wyatt Smith Reddy. He was a life long resident of Appling County.

Survivors Include: His wife, Audrey Hughes Smith of Baxley, two daughters, Aimee Reddy of Baxley and Dana Greenich (Jordon) of McDonough, GA, three sisters, Sandra Lewis (Staten), Deborah Parker, and Sheila Smith all of Baxley, and one grandson, Harrison Reddy. Mr. Smith is also survived by a special son James Cook.

Active Pallbearers: James Cook, James Copeland, Jay Reddy, Jerry Landmon, Stevie Smith, and Stacy Williams

Honorary Pallbearers: All friends and family in attendance.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m.

Interment: Red Oak Cemetery

Ministers: Rev. Ron Ross, Rev. Rick Brown, Rev. Robert Wigley, and Rev. Steve Hughes

Visitation will be Thursday, December 18, 2008 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Memorials: American Cancer Society, Gideons International, or Ronald McDonald House.

The family will assemble at 1278 City Circle Rd.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Robert Eugene "Bobby" Lewis

Mr. Robert Eugene "Bobby" Lewis died December 14, 2008 at his residence.

Mr. Lewis was born December 17, 1930 in Appling County to the late Patrick Ross Lewis and Evelyn Miles Lewis. He was a member of Miles Chapel Baptist Church and was the owner of Oak Dale Motel. He was a retired Bus Driver for the Appling County Board of Education.

Survivors Include: Wife, Patricia Ann Lewis of Baxley; Son and Daughter-in-law, Greg and Tanya Lewis of Baxley; 3 Sisters, Vada Conger of Miami, FL, Wynell Sebree of Coral Gables, FL, and Willene Crozier of Brunswick; 1 brother Edsel Lewis of Baxley; 2 grandchildren, Jessa Lewis and Katie Lewis.

Active Pallbearers: Maxwell Leggett, Jr., Stephen Creech, Ethan Lewis, Ken Lewis, Walter Williams, Rick Crozier

Honorary Pallbearers: All friends in attendance

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 2:00 pm from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home.

Interment: Miles Chapel Church Cemetery

Ministers: Dr. Hugo Hammond and Rev. Rick Brown

Visitation will be held Monday from 6:00 - 8:00 at Swain Funeral Home.

The family will assemble at The Oak Dale Motel, 2320 Hatch Pkwy South.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Louise V. Brown

Mrs. Louise V. Brown died Friday, December 12, 2008 at her residence.

Mrs. Brown was born August 5, 1927 in Appling County to the late Lonnie Estell Varnadore and the late Mattie Lou Nelson Varnadore. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and was retired after 55 years with the Baxley Housing Authority. Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey J. Borwn.

Survivors Include: Her son and daughter in law, Bender and Linda Brown of Baxley; 3 grandchildren, Tash Brown Ramsey, Brooke Brown and Dax Brown and 3 great grandchildren, Coast, Braz, and Dewey Braye.

Active Pallbearers: Weyman Allen, Willard Howard, Jeff Baxley, David Varnadore, Danny Varnadore.

Honorary Pallbearers: All friends in attendance.

Funeral Services will be held Sunday, December 14, 2008 at 3:00 pm from the First United Methodist Church. Body will lie in state one hour prior to funeral service.

Interment: Omega Cemetery

Ministers: Pastor Randy Sellers and Rev. Alan Miller

Visitation will be tonight 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Swain Funeral Home

The family will assemble at Bender and Linda Brown, 548 Dunns Lake Rd

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Dea Elizabeth Mann

Mrs. Dea Elizabeth Mann died Saturday, December 13, 2008 after a short illness.

Mrs. Mann was born November 29, 1937 to the late Alvie and Juanita Craven Buffkin. She was a member of Memorial Freewill Baptist Church and was a supervisor at Ship and Shore Manufacturing.

Survivors Include: Husband, Robert Paul Mann of Surrency; Daughter, Robbie McManus of Surrency; Son, Greg Mann (Delores) of Surrency; Sisters, Eloise Owens (Larry) of Ft. Pierce, FL and Bernice Breach of Ft. Pierce, FL; Brothers, Rembert Buffkin (Marlene) of Baxley, James Earl Buffkin of Baxley, and George Buffkin of St. Simons Island, GA; 3 Grandchildren, and 1 Great Grandchild.

Active Pallbearers: Greggory Mann, Trent Boatright, Gene Mann, Randy Herndon, Jonathon Mann, Larry Priester, Shane Buffkin.

Honorary Pallbearers: Altamaha Nurses, Memorial Freewill Baptist Congregation

Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 11:00 am from the Memorial Freewill Baptist Church

Interment: Memorial Church Cemetery, Surrency, GA

Ministers: Bro. Amos McMillan, Rev. Ken Brown

Visitation will be Monday, December 15, 2008 from 6:00 - 8:00 at Swain Funeral Home

The family will assemble at the home of Greg and Deloris Mann, 204 John Herndon Rd, Surrency, GA.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Herbert E. Youngblood

Mr. Herbert E. Youngblood died Tuesday, December 9, 2008 in the Appling Healthcare System.

Mr. Youngblood was born April 16, 1936 in Owensboro, Kentucky. He retired from the Shipping Department from Hazlehurst Mills. Mr. Youngblood was preceded in death by his Mother, Margaret Byars and a Sister, Janice Scurlock.

Active Pallbearers: Billy Joe Crapps, Jody Crapps, Charlie Crapps, Jerome Crapps, Matthew Quinn, and Lewis Carl Toler

Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 12, 2008 at 11:00 am from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home.

Interment: Midway Baptist Church Cemetery

Minister: Rev. Gary Conger

Visitation will be Thursday, December 11, 2008 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Swain Funeral Home.

The Family will assemble at the home, 376 Anthony Street.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Jacob Colby Hutcheson

Jacob Colby Hutcheson died Sunday, December 7, 2008 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Jacob was born December 18, 1994 in Toombs County to Skipper Duane Hutcheson and Heather Senters Clegg. He was a member of the Covenant Church and a member of the Beta Club, 4-H Club, and Make A Difference. Jacob was a straight A student at Appling County Middle School.

Survivors Include: His Mother and Step Father, Heather and William Clegg of Baxley; Father, Skipper Duane Hutcheson of Baxley; Brother, Noah Carson Clegg of Baxley; Grandparents, Diana and Wendell Cole of Macon, Gary and Lisa White of Ft. Pierce, Florida, JoAnn and Donald Bellew of Baxley and Duane Hutcheson of Hazlehurst; Great Grandparents, Thomas and Beatrice White of Ft. Pierce, Florida and Carolyn Altman of Baxley.

Active Pallbearers: Richie Altman, Jody Spenyovics, Gregory Senters, Jeremy Smith, Michael Pickren, Shawn Brown

Honorary Pallbearers: Class of 2013 of Appling County, Covenant Youth Group and all friends in attendance.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 11:00 am from the Covenant Church. Jacob will lie in state one hour prior to funeral service.

Interment: Appling Memorial Gardens

Minister: Rev. Jimmy Boatright

Visitation will be Friday, December 12, 2008 6:00 until 9:00 pm at the Covenant Church.

The Family will assemble at the home 61 Corey Street, Baxley.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Brenda Ogden Madan

Mrs. Brenda Ogden Madan died Saturday, December 6, 2008 in the Hospice of the Golden Isles in Brunswick after a short illness.

Mrs. Madan was a native of Wayne Co, Ga. She attended Unity Church of God and was a CDL, Lead Commercial Truck Driving Instructor for Altamaha Technical College. She was most recently honored by Werner Enterprises as one of four Outstanding Lead Instructors in Georgia, a former teacher of the year and recipient of the Golden Pencil Award. She was owner and operator of "Back to Nature" Clinic in Jesup, GA and was predeceased by her parents: Hoke and Cathleen Ogden.

Survivors Include: Her husband of 20 years: William B. Madan of Odum, GA, 3 daughters and sons-in-law: Syble and James "Juke" Johns of Nahunta, GA, Liz and Johnny Corry of Odum, GA, Christine and Joe Smith of Baxley, GA and a son and daughter in law, Albert and Jerilyn Bennett of Jesup, GA, a step-daughter Pam Doph of Sequim, WA, a step-son: Scott Madan of Sequin, WA, 2 brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry and Sarah Joyner, Dan and Nancy Ogden, both of Jesup, GA 11 grandchildren: Chelcie Corry, Satilla Johns, Harley Thompson, Taylor Johns, Tripp Corry, Jake Smith, Payton Smith, Kaylee Smith, Ansley Bennett, Cody Bennett, and Preston Bennett, 3 step-grandchildren: Ashley Doph, Michael Quaadman, Jessica Quaadman, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held 11 am Wednesday, Dec 10, 2008 from the Unity Church of God with Pastor George Moxley and Rev. Raymond Willis officiating. Interment will be in the Piney Grove Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Ronnie Carter, Will Thomas, Kenny Manning, Fallon Weyant, Ricky Morey, and Joey Wooten. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Altamaha Technical College Family.

Visitation will be 5 to 8 pm Tuesday from the Unity Church of God.

Memorials may be made to: Hospice of South Georgia Building Fund, 117 Drennon Dr Jesup, GA 31545.

The Rinehart and Sons Funeral Home of Jesup, GA is in charge of the arrangements.

 

Ruth Eva Robbins

Mrs. Ruth Eva Robbins died Thursday, December 4, 2008 at Baptist Village in Waycross.

Mrs. Robbins was born March 5, 1919 in Metter to the late late Thomas Jefferson Holland and the late Murlee Dowd Holland. She and her late husband Walter were married October 24, 1936. She was a homemaker and a member of Riverside Baptist Church.

Survivors Include: 4 daughters and sons in law, Faye and Paul Dropchuk of Stuart, Fl, Joan and Olliff Saxon of Bunnell, Fl, Anna H. and Thomas Gill of Waycross, Clare Jean and Walt Willis of Deland, Fl; 1 sister and brother in law, Jeanette and Jim McCauley of Havana, Fl; 1 brother, Carlton Holland of Metter; 9 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren also survive

Active Pallbearers: will be grandsons.

Funeral Services: will be held Sunday, December 7, at 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home.

Minister: Rev. J.E. Blanton

Interment: will be Monday, December 8, at 2:00 pm at Espanola Cemetery in Bunnell, Florida with Rev. Ronnie Saxon.

Visitation: will be Sunday, December 7 at 2:00 pm until the funeral hour at Swain Funeral Home.

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.

 

Robert Leon McMillian

Mr. Robert Leon McMillian died Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at his residence after an extended illness.

Mr. McMillian was born September 14, 1941 in Appling County to the late Zary Young McMillan and the late Mary Ann Nipper McMillan. He was a member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church where he was a Sunday School teacher and song leader. He was a member of the Exchange Club of Appling County and served as a Deputy for the Appling County Sheriff's Department. Mr. McMillian was a Veteran having served in the United States Army.

Survivors Include: His Wife, Beverly McMillian of Baxley; Daughter and Son in Law, Brenda and Steve Wilson of Baxley; Son and Daughter in Law, Richie and Wendy McMillian of Baxley; 2 Sisters, Bertha Ansley of Lyons and Eula Lee Page of Baxley; 5 Brothers, Curtis McMillan, Jesse McMillan, both of Surrency Odias McMillan of Texas, Bill McMillan of Hartsville, TN and Quincy McMillan of Baxley. 6 Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Active Pallbearers: Dean Collins, Norman Murray, Sheriff Benny DeLoach, Mitchell McMillan, Jeff McMillian and Jaime McMillan

Honorary Pallbearers: Men Adult Sunday School Class of Zion Baptist Church, Exchange Club Members of Appling County, All employees of the Appling County Sheriffs Dept., Omer and Pat McLean, Jerome Revels, Ed and Kathy Deen, Jane Morris, Pauline Baxley, and all in attendance.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 5, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Body will lie in state one hour prior to funeral service.

Interment: Church Cemetery

Ministers: Rev. Rick Brown, Rev. Virgil Carter, and Rev. Ronnie Rentz

Visitation will be Thursday December 4, 2008 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Swain Funeral Home

Memorials: Remembrances may be made to the Georgia Sheriffs Youth Homes, Inc, P.O. Box 1000, Stockbridge, GA 30281-9878.

The family will assemble at the home, 1605 Dunns Lake Rd

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.

 

Elizabeth Beasley Carter

Mrs. Elizabeth Beasley Carter died Monday, December 1, 2008 in the Appling Healthcare System.

Mrs. Carter was born April 17, 1925 in Appling County to the late Robert Norman Beasley and the late Gertrude Shipes Beasley. She was a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church and was retired from Douglas and Harper.

Survivors Include: 3 Daughters and Sons in Law, Nancy Daley of Woodstock, Debbie and Dennis Baxley and Pat and Chris Taylor of Baxley; 2 Sons and Daughters in Law, Roy and Jeanette Carter of Eatonton and Larry and Jody Carter of Jacksonville Florida; Brother, R.N. Beasley, Jr. of Eatonton. 10 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren, 2 Great Great Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Active Pallbearers: John Ross Carter, Seth Taylor, Will Taylor, Larry Wayne Carter, Clint Baxley, Tony Carter, Eric Carter.

Honorary Pallbearers: All in attendance.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at 2:00 pm from the Spring Branch Baptist Church. Body will lie in state one hour prior to funeral service.

Interment: Carter Cemetery

Ministers: Rev. Tommy Daniels, Rev. Terry Reagin, and Chris Taylor

Visitation will be Tuesday, December 2, 2008 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Swain Funeral Home.

The family will assemble at the home of Pat and Chris Taylor, 4517 Ten Mile Rd

Swain Funeral Home is in charge of Funeral Arrangements.