Boone Funeral Home, 202 N Hutchinson Avenue & 1804 S. Hutchinson Ave, Adel, GA (2026)

01/07/2026

Mr. Scott L. Walker, 58 of Sparks, Georgia, passed away January 7, 2026 at his residence. Mr. Walker was born on August 19, 1967 in Tifton, Georgia to Randy Walker and Patsy Stripling Walker. He lived most of his life in Cook County and was working with Heatcraft Refrigeration Products in Tifton. He had also served in the United States Navy.
Mr. Walker is survived by his parents: father and step-mother, Randy and Jeanne Walker, mother and step-father, Patsy Stripling Whitehurst and Rountree Whitehurst, all of Adel; his nephew, Justin Walker of Arizona; and Special friend, Tonya Walker of Sparks. He was preceded in death by his brother, Steve R. Walker.
The funeral service for Mr. Walker will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Spring Hill Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Dwight Marshall officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will take place from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the church immediately prior to the funeral service.
Condolences maybe expressed online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Walker family.

01/06/2026

Mr. Todd Marshall, age 61, of Adel, Georgia, passed away on January 5, 2026 at his residence. Mr. Marshall was born on August 28, 1964 in Hahira, Georgia to Thad and Lavada Marshall. He lived all of his life in Cook County and was of the Primitive Baptist Faith.
Mr. Marshall is survived by his parents, Thad and Lavada Jones Marshall of Adel; three brothers and two sisters-in-law: Timmy Marshall of St. Augustine, Florida; Tony and Tammy Marshall of Hahira; Tommy and Donna Marshall of Moultrie, Georgia. A host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at the Woodlawn City Cemetery in Adel with Elder Tony Marshall officiating. Interment will follow. Visitation will be conducted from 10:00 to 10:45 AM at Boone Funeral Home, Inc., 1804 S. Hutchinson Ave. immediately prior to the graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, it has been requested by the family that memorials be made to Georgia Hospice (2941 N. Ashley St.; Valdosta, Georgia 31602) or to Salem Primitive Baptist Church or Pleasant Primitive Baptist Church in care of Elder Tony Marshall (3469 Futch Road; Hahira, Georgia 31632).
Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Marshall family.

01/05/2026

Mrs. Louise Godwin Giddens, age 94, of Adel, Georgia, passed away on January 3, 2026 at the Southwell Health and Rehabilitation Center in Adel. She was born in Adel on January 11, 1931 and was the daughter of the late Edward Leon Godwin and the late Fannie Bell Howell Godwin. Mrs. Giddens was a homemaker and a member of Massee Baptist Church.
Mrs. Giddens is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law: Shirley and Bill Jacobs of Lake City, Florida, Judy and Dixon Sinclair of Adel, Dona and Larry Harrell of Adel, Diane and David Grinstead of Macon, Georgia; twelve grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Ed and Lynn Godwin of San Antonio, Texas; and four sisters: Bobbie Carlton of Florida, Frances Walker of Mt. Vernon, Georgia, Mary Weeks of Ellenton, Georgia, and Martha Woody of Nashville, Georgia. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Giddens was preceded in death by her husband, J.O. "Joe" Giddens; her son, Franklin Giddens; a daughter, Dale Herndon; two brothers, Foster Godwin and Junior Godwin; and her very special best friend, Merle Griffin.
Funeral services for Mrs. Giddens will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Massee Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Brushy Creek Church Cemetery where she will be laid to rest beside her husband. Christopher May, Kenneth May, Ricky Harrell, Malone Harrell, Keith Giddens and Ian Giddens will serve as active pallbearers while the deacons and elders of Massee Baptist Church will serve as honorary pallbearers. "I Want Us To Be Together in Heaven,' "I Call It Home" and "Amazing Grace" will be played at the service. Visitation will take place at the church one hour prior to the service.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Giddens family.

12/23/2025

Mrs. Sue Godwin, 71, of Lenox, Georgia passed away on December 22, 2025 at the Tift Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Godwin was born on October 14, 1954 in Tifton, Georgia to the late Lott Troutman Warren and Mary Jane Vaughn Warren. She lived most of her life in Cook County and was a retired editorial assistant with the Progressive Farmer magazine. In later years she worked for the Cook County Board of Education as a paraprofessional.
Mrs. Godwin is survived by her husband, William Herman "Billy" Godwin, Jr. of Lenox; son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Lisa Godwin of Memphis, Tennessee; daughter and son-in-law, Rachel and Bud Watson of Valdosta, Georgia; five grandchildren: John Mark, Luke and Lana Godwin, all of Memphis; Kate and Will Watson, both of Valdosta; two sisters, Alice Darley of Macon, Georgia and Faye Richards of Gainesville, Georgia. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 26, 2025 at the Lenox Baptist Church with an eulogy provided by Mr. Guy Haynes. Interment will follow at the Lenox City Cemetery. Visitation will take place from 10:00 to11:00 AM at the church prior to the funeral service.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Godwin family.

12/17/2025

Mr. Earl J Powell, age 91, of Adel, Georgia, passed away on December 16, 2025 at Langdale Hospice House in Valdosta, Georgia. He was born in Hiawassee, Georgia on May 25, 1934 and was the son of Stella Hinson Powell. Mr. Powell lived in Cook County since 1986 and was a member of Springhead Baptist Church. He also retired from the United States Air Force where he served honorably in the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
Mr. Powell is survived by his son, Steve Powell of Phoenix, Arizona; two daughters and a son-in-law: Teresa Valant of Adel, Patricia and Robin Knight also of Adel; a grandson, Matthew Knight of Adel; and a half-brother, Allan Sosbee of Hiawassee. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Lois Elva Breedlove Powell.
A graveside funeral service for Mr. Powell will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday December, 21, 2025 at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens with Rev. Joey Taylor officiating. Military Honors will be provided for Mr. Powell at the graveside service.
Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Powell family.

12/17/2025

Mr. Lavon Tate, 69 of Adel, Georgia passed away December 15, 2025 at his residence. Mr. Tate was born in Pavo, Georgia to the late Rabuen Taylor "R .T." Tate and Nadine Hires Tate. He had lived all of his life in Cook County. He was of the Christian faith and a retired painter.
Mr. Tate is survived by his sister, Brenda T. Knight of Valdosta; two nephews, Cole Grier and Cameron Grier; one niece, Stevie Wilson and a host of cousins and friends.
In keeping with Mr. Tate's wishes he was cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be expressed online at Boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Tate family.

12/17/2025

Mr. David Griner, Sr., 68 of Sparks, Georgia passed away December 15, 2025 at the Pam Rehabilitation Center in Jacksonville, Florida. Mr. Griner was born October 30, 1957 in Adel, Georgia to the late John Arthur "Sonny" Griner, Jr. and Gladys Ann Lamb Griner. Mr. Griner lived in Jacksonville, Florida and Franklin, North Carolina before moving to Cook County 30 years ago. He was a retired truck driver.
Mr. Griner is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Armon and Deborah Griner of Tampa, Florida; one daughter and son-in-law, Christy Griner and Wayne Auxier of Jacksonville, Florida; four grandchildren: Noah Griner of Tampa, Florida, Ashlyn Maloney, Kendall Auxier and Sydney Auxier, all of Jacksonville, Florida; one sister, Pam Kiser of St. George, Florida; Special Daughter, Kimberly (Tyler) Brendle of Atlanta, Georgia; and his Special Friend, Debbie Hart of Sparks. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, John Griner, III.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Monday December 22, 2025 at the Chapel of Boone Funeral Home (1804 S. Hutchinson Ave.) with Mr. Todd Coker providing an eulogy and Rev. Forrest Eldridge providing prayers. Interment will follow in the Lenox City Cemetery. Visitation will take place from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at the funeral home chapel immediately prior to the funeral service.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. of Adel, Georgia is serving the Griner family.

12/05/2025

David Allen T***s, 73, of Adel, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida.
David was born on May 28, 1952, in Wyandott, Michigan, to Reuben and Lois T***s. Though he grew up in Michigan, his heart was always in Georgia. As a child, his parents kept a home on Lake Blackshear and he often said that when he was grown he would live there. Later in life, he kept that promise and made Lake Blackshear his home.
For 28 years David worked at the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany, Georgia. He was a steady, dependable worker who took pride in doing his job well and supporting the people around him.
David’s # 1 love was his wife, Dayle, since they first met in 2002, and then married 03/03/03. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and watching NASCAR, always pulling for his favorite driver, #3, Dale Earnhardt. Some of his best days were simple ones—on the water, in the woods, or watching a race. More than anything, he loved being with his family, especially his grandchildren, who were the joy of his life.
David and his wife, Dayle, built a life together at Lake Blackshear before later settling in Cook County, Georgia. Their home was a place of warmth, humor, and open doors for family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Dayle Stalvey T***s and very special fur baby, Coca-Lola, his brothers, Mike T***s (Atlanta, MI), Ron T***s and his wife Julie (Taylor, MI); his sons, Anthony T***s (Saginaw, MI), Seth Rountree and his wife, Beth (Destin, FL); his daughter, Melony Carter and her husband, Jessie (Adel, GA); his beloved grandchildren, Gavin (Jess) Merwin, Carson (AnnaRae) Merwin, Harrison (Shelley) Waller, Sara Beth Rountree (fiancé, Zach Copenhaver), Jacob T***s, and Justin T***s; his great grandchildren, Emma Claire Merwin and Collins Merwin. He is also survived by extended family and many friends who will miss him deeply. David is preceded in death by his parents, Reuben and Lois T***s; and siblings, Keith T***s and Sharon Heinzerling.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, December 8, 2025 at Adel Wesleyan Church with Rev. Doug Tolson, Rev. John Stevens, and Rev. Mike Davis officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Chuck Waters, Barry Bennett, Luke Williams, Phil Merwin, Danny Sinclair, and Bill Neal will serve as active pallbearers. Visitation will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 PM on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Boone Funeral Home, 1804 S. Hutchinson Ave.; Adel, Georgia.
Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.boonefunerals.com Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the T***s family.

11/24/2025

Mrs. Jenelle Shackleford, age 96, of Nashville, Georgia passed away on November 24, 2025 at Southwell Health and Rehabilitation Center in Adel, Georgia. She was born on March 29, 1929 in Glen Saint Mary, Florida and was the daughter of Robert Clayton Burnett and Josie Warren Burnett. Mrs. Shackleford lived most of her life in Cook and Berrien Counties. She was a retired packer for Metal Products of Adel and a member of First Baptist Church of Adel.
Mrs. Shackleford is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Daryll and Gail Shackleford of Nashville; a grandson and his wife, Lt. Michael Shackleford and Valerie of the Virgin Islands; a granddaughter, Misty Stover of Nashville; four great-grandchildren: Damien, Mason, Brooke and Meagan; and a sister, Hazel Caraway of St. Augustine, Florida. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry C. Shackleford, and a son, Richard "Ricky" Shackleford.
A graveside service for Mrs. Shackleford will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November29, 2025 at Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Madison, Florida with Rev. Ricky Pilcher officiating. Interment will follow. The family will receive friends on Friday evening, November 28, 2025 from 6:00 until 7:30 PM at Boone Funeral Home, 1804 S. Hutchinson Ave. in Adel, Georgia.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Shackleford family.

11/07/2025

Mrs. Eva Lou George Taylor Swindell, age 91, a resident of Bayboro, NC, died Sunday November 2, 2025, at Gardens of Trent Assisted Living in New Bern, NC. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday November 8, 2025, in the Chapel of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory, with the Rev. Steven Keesecker officiating. A graveside funeral service will be held at Folsom Cemetery in Adel, Georgia at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Eva was a well loved, devout Christian woman who spent her lifetime in the service of God’s work, supporting her first husband, Rev. Jesse A. Taylor, in his ministry with the Assemblies of God. She loved gardening and was known for her “green thumb”. She always relished and cherished spending time with her family, especially her grand and great-grand children.
Left to cherish her memories are her daughters Debra Cone of Lake Park, GA; Carol Pegram (Jerry) of Bayboro, NC; Vicki Simmons (Mike) of Coronado, CA; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents Aaron and Pearl George; her brother Aaron George JR, her sisters Mary Phelps, Louelle Gunnels, Mandy George, all of Adel, GA and Lou Annie Fletcher of Tifton GA; her first husband, Jesse A. Taylor (1993) of Allenhurst, GA and her second husband, Leadrew Swindell (2018) of Hobucken, NC. Additionally she was preceded by her grandson Jonathan Jett of Las Vegas, NV.
Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Swindell family in North Carolina and Boone Funeral Home, Inc. of Adel has been entrusted to care for the family in Georgia.

11/05/2025

Mrs. Carol Hendley Hewitt, 73 of Adel, Georgia, passed away on November 4, 2025 at the Berrien Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Nashville, Georgia. Mrs. Hewitt was born in Adel on July 9, 1952 to the late Rev. John C. Hendley, Sr. and Louise Cowart Hendley. She has lived most of her life in Cook County and was a member of the Cecil Baptist Church. Mrs. Hewitt was a retired Licensed Practical Nurse with the Lakeland Villa Nursing Home in Lakeland, Georgia.
Mrs. Hewitt is survived by her husband, Ronald "Cotton" Hewitt of Adel; two sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Genelle Ward of Valdosta, Georgia, and Mark and Sarah Ward of Evansville, Indiana; one daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Stacy Skinner of Hahira, Georgia; seven grandchildren: Josh Skinner and Abbie Skinner of Hahira, Maddie Ward and Maddox Ward of Evansville, Levi Ward, Lawson Ward and Jackson Ward all of Valdosta; her mother, Louise Cowart Hendley of Adel; step-son, Ronald "Jay" Hewitt, Jr. (Kim) of Jesup, Georgia; step-daughter, Leigh Hardwick (Lawrence) of Tallahassee, Florida; several step-grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-law, Rev. Johnny C. Hendley, Jr. and Wanda of Cecil, Georgia; three sisters and two brothers-in-law: Paula McIntyre, Sherry and Ricky Young, Amy and Dewade Bostic, all of Adel. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Chapel of Boone Funeral Home with Rev. John C. Hendley, Jr. and Rev. Jeff Carter officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. A short visitation will be held from 10:30 to 11:00 AM at Boone Funeral Home, Inc., 1804 S. Hutchinson Ave. in Adel prior to the funeral service.
Condolences maybe expressed online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. is serving the Hewitt family.

10/30/2025

Mr. Tim Thompson, 75, of Leesburg, Georgia, passed away on October 29, 2025 at his residence. Mr. Thompson was born on July 5, 1950 in Adel, Georgia to the late Louie Jack Thompson and the late Gwendolyn Joan Bradford Thompson. He lived in Leesburg the past 24 years and was a member of Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia. Mr. Thompson was a retired Regional Manager with Bilfinger Industrial Services and a veteran of the United States Army where he served during the Vietnam Conflict.
Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife of 50 years, Vicki Wright Thompson of Leesburg; son and daughter-in-law, Jeremy and Alda Thompson of Leesburg; daughter and son-in-law, Nikki and Jay Griffith of Leesburg; four grandchildren: Natalie Thompson, Hallie Thompson, Levi Griffith and Sadie Griffith, all of Leesburg; one brother and sister-in-law, Darrell and Dianne Thompson of Norman Park, Georgia; one sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and Johnny Dickerson of Moultrie, Georgia; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service with Military Honors will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday; October 31, 2025 at the Baker Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Moultrie, Georgia. Eulogies will be given by Mr. Gary Cooper, Mr. Glenn Kemp and Mr. Bud Liggin. The family will have a short visitation at the cemetery following the graveside service.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.boonefunerals.com. Boone Funeral Home, Inc. of Adel, Georgia is serving the Thompson family.

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