OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Statesboro Georgia and Surrounding Bulloch County Areas

Rosa Wilson Hendrick

Rosa Wilson Hendrick

Jun 6, 2025

Rosa Mae Wilson Hendrick was born on April 8, 9151, to the late Sam and Briddie Harden Wilson in Statesboro, Bulloch County, Georgia. On Friday morning June 6, 2025, Rosa slept away in death at her residence after a long and courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family.

Rosa had a deep appreciation for the beauty in life. She...

Edward Lanier

Edward Lanier

May 9, 2025

Edward Lanier, a cherished father, brother, and friend, transitioned peacefully from this earthly home to be in heaven with the Lord on May 9, 2025, after an extended illness. He was born on June 29, 1954, to the late Melvin and Elizabeth Lanier in Philadelphia, PA. Edward's journey took him to Statesboro, GA, where he attended the public schools of...

Lillie Pearl Drummer

Lillie Pearl Drummer

Apr 26, 2025

Lillie Pearl Mosley Drummer, affectionately known to family and friends as "Suke", was born on May 24, 1953, in Garfield, Georgia, to the late James “Jimmy” and Deloris (Brown) Mosley.

Lillie grew up in Bulloch County, received her early childhood education in Statesboro, GA, and was a 1973 graduate of Marvin Pittman School. Following graduation, she gained employment and began her...

Rufus Holt

Rufus Holt

Apr 22, 2025

Rufus Holt, affectionately known as "Scooner," passed away on April 22, 2025, at his residence under the excellent care of Guiding Light Hospice, in Hampton, Georgia, Rufus dedicated much of his life to his career as a brick mason, spending an impressive forty years employed by Building Systems Masonry in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Rufus was born on October 20, 1939 to the...

Carolyn Ann Brogenton

Carolyn Ann Brogenton

Jan 12, 2025

Carolyn Ann Brogenton, age 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at The Oaks of Bethany, Vidalia, Georgia after an extended illness.  She was a native of Bulloch County and the daughter of the late Henry, Sr. and  Valarie Lee Brogenton. 

At an early age, she was baptized and became a member of the Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church where...

Calvin Lee (A/K/A Jazmyne Leigh) Robinson

Calvin Lee (A/K/A Jazmyne Leigh) Robinson

Jan 2, 2025

Calvin Lee Robinson (a/k/a) Jazmyne Leigh Robinson) age 43 passed away peacefully at East Georgia Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.  He was born on June 10, 1981, to Willie Robinson and the late Warner Jean Glee.

At an early age Calvin was baptized at Bethel CME Church, Macon, Georgia.

He attended the public schools of Houston County and was a...

John Willie "Sugarbear" Hunter

John Willie "Sugarbear" Hunter

Dec 11, 2024

John Willie "Sugarbear" Hunter, a cherished member of the Statesboro community, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, at the Westwood Nursing Home in Statesboro, Georgia, after an extended illness. Born on September 27, 1944, in Statesboro, Bulloch County, Georgia to the late John Willie "Bill" Hunter, Sr and Mrs. Lillian Johnson Hunter, he lived a life marked by devotion...

Melba Jean Brunson-Griffin

Melba Jean Brunson-Griffin

Dec 7, 2024

Melba Jean Brunson-Griffin, a beloved figure in her community, passed peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, surrounded by her family and friends at the East Georgia Regional Medical Center. Born on June 29, 1951, in Statesboro, Bulloch County, Georgia. Melba was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend, whose kind and welcoming spirit made her the life of the party.

Melba...

Nell Johnson Hendley

Nell Johnson Hendley

Oct 28, 2024

Nell Johnson Hendley, a beloved member of the community, transitioned to her eternal rest on October 28, 2024, in Dublin, Georgia. Born on June 22, 1936, in Bulloch County, Georgia, Nell lived her life with unwavering faith and devotion to her family and her church.

Nell was a notable figure at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a member. Her...

Christine Mincey

Christine Mincey

Oct 19, 2024

Christine Mincey, a cherished member of her community and beloved family figure, passed into eternal rest on Saturday evening, October 19, 2024, at East Georgia Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. Born on November 28,1961, in Statesboro, Bulloch County, Georgia.

Christine's early life was spent in Emanuel County, where she received her education and proudly graduated from Emanuel County High...

Edward Simms Huff

Edward Simms Huff

Oct 10, 2024

Edward Simms Huff, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and, friend, departed this life on October 10, 2024, at the East Georgia Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 22, 1952, in Statesboro, Bulloch County, Georgia, where he had the distinct pleasure sharing his life with family and friends..

A proud graduate of the William James High School class of...

Deacon Jackie Clark

Deacon Jackie Clark

Sep 5, 2024

Deacon Jackie Clark, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, passed away September 5, 2024, at the East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, Georgia, after a brief illness. He was born on January 28, 1940, and lived a life dedicated to his family, faith, and community.

A lifelong resident of Bulloch County, Deacon Clark was educated in the local public schools...

Edna Easterling

Edna Easterling

Jul 19, 2024

STATESBORO, GA; Ms. Edna Easterling was born on May 16, 1943 to the late Stonewall and Pauline Moore Easterling in Statesboro, Bulloch County, Georgia. Edna attended and graduated from William James High School in Statesboro, Georgia. 

She retired from working as a custodian from the Bulloch County School System. She was a mother to Paulette and a grandmother to Corey and...