Mr. Roy Boulineau, age 82 of Church Street, Bartow, died Monday, Oct. 30, 2017 at his residence.

Graveside services were held at  2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, in the Bartow City Cemetery, Bartow, with Rev. Paul Harris officiating. 

A native of Bartow, Roy was a son of the late Millard E. Boulineau and Mary Lou Brett Boulineau. He served in the Georgia National Guard, retired from the Washington State Prison as a Corrections Officer, and was a member of the Bartow Baptist Church where he was the worship leader and choir director for many years.

Mr. Roy was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Nell B. Bouluneau and brother, Ronald Boulineau and is survived by his daughters, Angela and Tony Stavely of Louisville and Patricia and Greg Ledger of Bartow; grandsons, Anthony Stavely of Sandy Springs and Samuel Stavely of Sandy Springs; sisters, Ellen and Milton Kirkland of Loganville and Sue Stevens of Bartow; sister-in-law’s, Linda and Johnny Joiner of Wrightsville and Joanne Ledford of Wrightsville; brother-in-law’s, Lamar Blizzard of Adrian and Elmer and Martha Blizzard of Adrian; several nieces and nephews.

The Boulineau family received friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bartow Baptist Church, 7634 Church Street, Bartow, GA  30413.

You may sign the family’s personal guestbook online at www.taylorfhlouisville.com.

Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Hollis James Chalker, Sr., age 92 of Chalker Road, Gibson, died Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017 in the University Hospital, McDuffie County.

Funeral services were held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at the Magnolia Baptist Church, Gibson, with Rev. Jimmy Richardson and Rev. James Canada officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be:  Michael Gilmer, Jeffrey Chalker, Wayne Landrum, Denny Landrum, Marvin Johnson and Barney Johnson. 

A native of Glascock County, Hollis was a son of the late Will Chalker and Addie Hammock Chalker.  He was a member of the United States Army and served in the Korean War, was a boiler operator at Fort Gordon and a member of the Magnolia Baptist Church.

Hollis was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margaret Lankford Chalker; brothers, Russell Chalker, Gerald Chalker and Clarance Chalker; sisters, Christine Landrum and Corene Chalker and is survived by his son, James and Tonya Chalker of Gibson; grandchildren, Will, Colton and Morgan Chalker, Jut Hughes and Lisa and Ronnie Black of Gibson; brother, Winnard and Hazel Chalker of Thomson; sisters, Helen Johnson of Conyers, Betty and Lewis Johnson of Thomson, Wilma and Olin Mathis of Gibson and Frankie and Mose Griswell of Gibson; several nieces and nephews.

The Chalker family receiveded friends 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at the funeral home. 

You may sign the family’s personal guest book online at www.taylorfhgibson.com.

Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Gibson is in charge of arrangements.

William “Bill” Harris Dozier, 79, loving companion to Dianne E. Cox and loving husband to the late Virginia Hambrick Dozier, entered into his eternal rest Thursday morning, Nov. 2, 2017, at Augusta University Medical Center.

Funeral services were held at James Funeral Home Chapel at 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon, Nov. 4, 2017 with Dr. James M. Ford officiating. Interment followed in the Wrens Memorial Cemetery. 

The only son born to the late Sara Broxton Dozier and the late Robert Harris Dozier, Bill was born and raised in Burke County. After graduating from Hephzibah High School, he attended and graduated from the University of Georgia before moving to Ft. Wayne where he worked for a large feed company.

Upon his retirement 25 years later, he lived in Myrtle Beach for four years before moving back “home” to Burke County where he farmed.

Bill loved being outdoors, so farming suited him well. His other outdoor activities included hunting, fishing and playing golf. 

A hard worker, he was very active and always had to be doing something—he couldn’t just be still and stay put. Bill was a people-person and made life-long friends in his travels all over the U.S. 

Having a great sense of humor, he was a master story-teller and loved to share his many “adventures” with his family and friends, providing them with great entertainment and laughter. If you ever met Bill, you would never forget him—he made an impression.  People gravitated to his infectious personality.  Most of all, he loved his children and family, cherishing their time together and making life memories.

Those left to cherish his memory include his three children, Laurie Ann Dozier and husband David Wurm, William “Buddy” Harris Dozier Jr. and wife Lisa, and Victoria Dozier; two sisters, Faye Gay and Helen Sparks and husband Donald; two grandchildren, William “Harris” Dozier III and Carol “Clark” Dozier; several nephews, nieces, and many friends.  Serving as pallbearers were William Harris Dozier III, Jeff Gay, Jeremy Gay, Jim Gay, Smith Harden, Fred Parker and James Sparks.  Honorary pallbearers were Jacob Gay, Jonathan Gay, Jim Gay, John Sparks and Andrew Yon-Dozier.

The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made in memoriam to American Cancer Society, 2607 Commons Blvd, Augusta GA 30909.

The family received friends before the funeral services at James Funeral Home—from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon, Nov. 4.

Visit www.JamesFHWrens.com to sign the guestbook and to post condolences.

James Funeral Home, 630 North Main Street, Wrens GA (PH:  706.547.2522) in charge of arrangements for William “Bill” Harris Dozier.    

Winona Williford Silas Hodge, 86, devoted, loving wife of 21 years to the late Thomas Silas and 32 years to the late O.W. “Skeet” Hodge, entered into her eternal rest Friday, Nov. 3, 2017 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.  Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon, Nov. 5, 2017 in the James Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. James M. Ford officiating. Interment were in the Gibson City Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 7.  

Winona was a lifelong resident of Glascock County and attended Bastonville School. She worked at Stapleton Garment Company and then retired from Thermo King with 25 years of service. Winona was grateful to have loved and married two extraordinary men, the loves of her life, who blessed her with five wonderful daughters. Winona was a home body who was always busy working in her yards and flower garden, doing special projects—she was “DIY” before it was popular.  Her “handy” skills were always put to use fixing and repairing her rental properties. Winona was born in an era where, when things got tough, you just kept on going and you never gave up. She has been described as being “velvet and steel” at the same time.  Even though she was soft-spoken, her words and advice were realistic and pragmatic. Accepting Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, Winona worshipped Him in the fellowship of Mineral Springs Baptist Church until her health declined.  She loved to read her Bible and have her quiet, prayer time. Her greatest joy was found in her family whom she loved without reservation, with her grandchildren and great grandchildren capturing her heart. 

Winona is also preceded in death by all of her siblings, Louise Woodyard, Buford Williford, Harry Williford and Dock Chalker Jr. Those left to cherish her memory include her five daughters, Janice Yarbrough (Tommy), Cathy Rabun (Wade), Linda Tapley (Lynn), Barbara Hadden and Amy Hodge Black (Cam); seven grandchildren, Sarah Brooks, Michelle Evans (Harry), Diana Reese (Lynn), Chad Hadden (Stephanie), Doug Hadden (Kelly), John Thomas Black and Nate Black; nine great grandchildren, Ethan Brooks, Janna Brooks, Rabun Evans, Noah Reese, Grant Hadden, Macy Hadden, Garrett Hadden, Halle Hadden and Huston Hadden; sister-in-law, Glennis Williford; two special life-long friends, Malene Padget and Helen Williford; a host of nieces and nephews; her church family and friends.  Servings as pallbearers will be her grandsons, great grandsons and Chris Brooks.

The family will received friends at James Funeral Home from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. prior to the services Sunday afternoon, Nov. 5.

Visit www.JamesFHWrens.com to sign the guestbook and to post condolences.

James Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Winona Williford Silas Hodge.

Ms. Janice Davis Murchison age 71 of 118 McGahee Street, Wrens, passed on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017 at the Keysville Nursing Home, Keysville. 

Ms. Janice Murchison was born to the parentage of  Mr. Jessie Davis and Dillie McGahee Davis on Aug. 23, 1946 in Wrens.

Janice was a graduate of Central High, class of 1963 located in Newark, NJ. She continued her education by receiving her BA degree at Mount Clair State College. 

Janice enjoyed cheerleading and being a seamstress. She worked as a purchaser for a major New York retailer for years. 

Janice relocated back to Wrens, in November 2009 after retiring as a  Transportation Security Administration Agent  (TSA) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security at the New York International Airport.  She worked part time at the Glit Manufacturing Company in Wrens, for several years.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jessie Davis.

She is survived by her loving son, Malcolm Murchison of Wrens; granddaughter,  Tileah Murchison and grandson, Rajon Murchison both of Newberry, S.C.; mother, Dillie Davis Edwards of  Wrens; sister, Phyllis (Asim) Salahuddin of Edison, NJ; niece, Nidiyah Salahuddin of Edison, NJ;  nephew, Kashif (Melissa) Salahuddin of Piscataway, NJ; aunt, Evelyn Hughes of Linden, NJ, a close cousin like a sister, Priscilla Chappell of Wrens, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Celebration of life service will be held on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 1 p.m. at the Wrens Chapel A.M.E. Church, with the Rev. Chekibe Holman, Pastor, Officiating. Interment: New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery. 

Funeral procession will leave the residence of her mother, Mrs. Dillie Davis Edwards, 307 Hill St., Wrens, at  12:35 p.m. Freeman Funeral Home, 402 Curtis St., Wrens, GA  in charge of arrangements.

Mr.William Ronald “Ronnie” Peebles, 63, entered into his eternal rest Saturday morning, Nov. 4, 2017 at his residence. A Celebration of Life service was held at James Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Wednesday morning, Nov. 8.

Born to the late Lillian Lorene Cato Peebles and the late James Thomas Peebles, Ronnie was a lifelong resident of Wrens. After graduating from Wrens High School, he worked in the grocery industry—BiLo, IGA Wrens and Jet Food Store—for over 40 years until his retirement. His only real interest outside family and work was the Georgia Bulldogs:  he was an avid fan—Go Dawgs! Ronnie didn’t meet a stranger and always had a ready smile for everyone. He had a heart for others and could always be counted on to help out in any way he could. His family was his life; playing with his grandkids, nieces and nephews thrilled his heart, while visiting with his girls and siblings gave him great comfort and peace. Ronnie’s life was full and he cherished much. His loving, gentle spirit will be greatly missed by his family and everyone who knew him.

Those left to cherish his memory include his two daughters, Kelli L. Gray (Patrick) of Aiken SC, and Michelle Tackett (Joseph) of Blu Field WV; eight siblings, Charles Peebles (Phyllis) of Millersville MD, James Peebles (Marilyn) of Gibson, Frances Miller, Patricia Templeton (Grady), Dorothy Wood (Jody) of Augusta, Jimmy Peebles (Peggy) of Thomson, Linda Boyd of Gibson, and Ginger Davis of Avera; four grandchildren, Jessica Gray, Gabrielle Gray, Courtney Mullins (Joshua) and Christopher Filyaw; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family received friends at James Funeral Home from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening, Nov. 7.

Visit www.JamesFHWrens.com to sign the personal guestbook and to post condolences.

James Funeral Home, 630 North Main Street, Wrens, Georgia, (PH:  706.547.2522) is in charge of arrangements for William Ronald “Ronnie” Peebles.

Sarah Elizabeth Peel, 79, of Gulfport, FL, formerly of Leesburg known to many as Peggy Brown passed away Oct. 28, 2017.

Sarah, was born April 13, 1938 in Vidette, to GS and Martha B Peel. 

Many people will remember Peggy’s caring and smiling face when growing up in Vidette.

At age 60, she received her BS of Arts Degree from Eckerd College in Saint Petersburg FL. Sarah had a career as Senior Services Coordinator at the Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center where she received many awards including Most Caring Social Worker and Employee of the Year in 2004. She completed two Walt Disney World Marathons.

Sarah is survived by her four children; Martha Hardy of South Pasadena, FL, Gilbert (Carla) Brown of Leesburg, Betsey (George) Silva of Virginia Beach, VA and Katherine (Ron Martens) Hunter of Waynesville, NC, her seven grandchildren Michael Hardy, David Hardy, Sarah Hardy, Gil Brown, Matt (Kristen) Brown, Mark Silva, and Robert Silva, two great-grandchildren Kassius and Karter Hardy, her three brothers Bob, Gilbert, and Leslie Peel and numerous nieces and nephews, and also her best friend Bill Distel and four legged companion Sadie.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017 at Vidette Methodist Church Social Hall, 141 N. College Ave., Vidette, GA 30830.

A celebration of her life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018 in Gulfport, FL at the Gulfport Senior Center.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave S., Gulfport, FL 33707.

Penny Sammons Purvis, 58, entered into her eternal rest Wednesday morning, Nov. 1, 2017 at Augusta University Medical Center in Augusta. Services to celebrate her life were held at 1 p.m. Sunday afternoon, Nov. 5, at Friendship Baptist Church in Mitchell with Reverend Wayne Hamilton officiating. A private interment will be held at a later date.

Penny was a native of Jefferson County where she attended Wrens High School and worked as a Garment Inspector for Stapleton Garment Company. She developed pulmonary problems with her health declining to the point that she became totally disabled.

Penny accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, serving Him in the fellowship of Friendship Baptist Church where she taught children’s church.

She loved people, but especially children. Listening to Christian music soothed her soul. She did enjoy travelling to the mountains and was always awed by God’s handiwork. Penny was kind-hearted and generous, putting others needs before her own and always lending a helping hand in any way she could. Her sweet smile and gentle, loving spirit will be missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.     

Penny is preceded in death by her father, Thomas Sammons; step-father, Joe Dixon; and brother, Tony Sammons. Those left to cherish her memory include daughter, Christie R. Gonzales (Victor) of Charleston SC; her mother, Edna Brassell Dixon; two brothers, Teddy Sammons and Joseph Dixon Jr. (Pauline); aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, church family and many friends. 

The family received friends in the church after the 1 p.m. services Sunday afternoon, Nov. 5.

Visit www.JamesFHWrens.com to sign the guestbook and to post condolences.

James Funeral Home, 630 North Main Street, Wrens GA in charge of arrangements for Penny Sammons Purvis.

Harold Herbert Wenger, loving husband and best friend, Dad and Papa, was born Oct. 4, 1950, in Newton, Kansas, to Paul and Elizabeth Ratzloff Wenger.

He peacefully slipped away on Nov. 2, 2017, due to complications of Parkinson’s disease, reaching the age of 67 years.

 Harold received his education at the Golden Plains School in Newton, KS. At the age of 12, he answered the call of God and was baptized by Frank H. Wenger on Nov. 23, 1962. He fought a good fight, remaining faithful until the end.

 At the age of 20, he relocated with his parents from Kansas to Georgia where they made their home in the Louisville community. He married the love of his life, Phyllis Jane Hiebert, on Dec. 15, 1972. They shared the joys and sorrows of life for almost 45 years. Three daughters and one son were born into their home.

Harold was a hard worker providing well for his family. He greatly enjoyed his occupation as a dairyman. In 1996, due to failing health, he had to sell the farm. He started a new line of work at a hardware store and later delivering flowers. He enjoyed meeting new people and they were glad to see him come! We remember him as a good man with a gentle heart, often shedding tears when reading the Bible in family devotions and prayer. Singing was the language of his heart, especially towards the end when communication became difficult. He spent the last eight months at the Keysville Nursing Home where he won the hearts of the residents and his caregivers. We, as a family, would like to express our sincere gratitude to his loving nurses who cared for him.

 Those left to cherish fond memories are his loving wife Phyllis, three daughters, Margaret and husband Lyle Koehn, Hartwell; Charlotte and husband Lee Unruh, Avera, Stephanie and husband Joshua Hodgin, Avera; and one son, Bryce Wenger, Louisville; 13 grandchildren; three sisters, Ruth and Orie Koehn, Clarksdale MS; Pauline and Linwood Koehn, Murray KY; Wanda and Gladwin Koehn, Gentry AR; one brother, Howard and Karla Wenger, Brooksville MS; two brothers-in-law, Rodney and Gladys Hiebert, Louisville, and Clark and Debbie Hiebert, Louisville; four sisters-in-law, Rita Gay, Louisville and Ricky Gay, Avera, Grace and Verle Giesbrecht, Louisville presently serving in the Philippines, Elizabeth Hiebert, Louisville and Sharon Hiebert, Murray KY.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother-in-law, John Holdeman.

Viewing was at Pinecrest Mennonite Church on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

 The funeral service was held at Pinecrest Mennonite Church at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 6, 2017.

Visit www.JamesFHWrens.com to post condolences and sign the personal guestbook.

James Funeral Homeof Wrens was in charge of arrangements for Harold Herbert Wenger.