Swain Funeral Home

10/28/2025

Mary Alice Traylor

Mary Alice Traylor, age 88, of Oglethorpe, Georgia passed away Monday, October 27, 2025 at the Lumber City Care Center.

Ms. Traylor was born July 2, 1937 in Moultrie to the late Dillard Jordan Adams and the late Finea Roberson Simpson. She was a homemaker and Church of God by faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Jackson Smith, a son, Jackie Smith, and daughter, Linda Marie Smith.

Survivors include her sons, Johnny Smith of Oglethorpe and Steve (Teresa) Smith of Lake Seminole; daughter, Amy (Robert) Carver of Oglethorpe; step-daughter and caregiver, Alicia Brewer; brothers, Jerry Adams of Alma and Robert Hancock of Boykin; eleven grandchildren; and twenty-one great grandchildren also survive.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/27/2025

Dorris Truett Crummey

Dorris Truett Crummey

Cochran - Dorris Truett Crummey, age 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of Mathis Funeral Home. The family will greet friends from 10:00 A.M. until time for the service Wednesday at Mathis Funeral Home. Burial will be in Baxley Graveyard at 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

Mr. Truett was born February 22, 1945 in Alma GA and was raised in Baxley, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorris Cephas and Jeanette Carter Crummey, his infant daughter and his sons, Timothy and Kelby. Mr. Truett spent many years working various jobs, from an insurance salesman to a meat cutter to owner and operator of his own business. While working for Flash Foods, he was transferred from Baxley to the Eastman area and then later moved to Cochran where he resided upon his death. In 1989, Mr. Truett opened Truett’s Meat Market which he operated until 2000. In 2000, he and Ms. Ann, built, opened and operated Truett’s Meat Market and Country Kitchen until their retirement in 2019.

Survivors are his wife, of 62 years, Ann Griffin Crummey of Cochran; his son, Shane Crummey of Cochran; his grandchildren, Lane (Bri) Crummey of Eastman, Lindsey (Lance) Pruett of Eastman, Taylor (Lucas) Faulk of Cochran and Landin Crummey of Eastman; his great grandchildren, Briggs Crummey, Jace Pruett, Griff Crummey and Coby Pruett of Eastman, Walker Faulk and Wade Faulk of Cochran; his brother, Darwin (Glenda) Crummey of Baxley; his niece, April (Landry) Scruggs; his aunt, Barbara Ann (David) Arnold, his uncles, Hollis (Jane) Crummey, Gerald (Helen) Crummey; his brothers and sisters-in- law, Retha (Mike) Hutto of Baxley, Mary (Tony) Herrington of Baxley, David (Marsha) Griffin of Hazlehurst; and Joyce (Landry) Tillman of Baxley; several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Staff of Hospice Care Options for their care and friendship.

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10/26/2025

Carlton Denton Greenway, Jr.

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Carlton Denton Greenway, Jr., age 88, who left us peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He lived a life defined by his unwavering commitment to faith and family and the people he loved. Whether it was sharing a meal around the table or offering quiet advice during difficult times, he was always there. He worked hard to provide and found his greatest joy in the company of his family. His memory will live on in every single smile, every story, and every heart he touched. Mr. Greenway was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp and was a retired Diesel Mechanic with thirty plus years at Truck & Trailer Service Center.

Mr. Greenway was preceded in death by his parents, Carlton D. Greenway, Sr. and Margaret McCrimmon Greenway Teston; a son, Carlton Denton Greenway, III; a sister, Joyce Morris; and sons-in-law, Ronnie Carter and Greg Knight.

Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Sandra Greenway; daughters, Sherri Carter and Connie Knight; son, Scott Greenway; daughter-in-law, Trudy Greenway Smith; brother, Jerry Greenway (Gloria); grandchildren, Eric Carter, Jessica Carter (Charles Brown), Adam Carter, Rebecca Jones (Ryan), Kristen Folsom (Caleb), Emily Knight, and Denton Greenway, IV; great grandchildren, Graham Carter, Serenity Folsom, Liberty Folsom, Wren Folsom, Rose Folsom, Providence Folsom, August Folsom, Amelia Jones, and Lillie Beth Jones; and care givers, Mattie Nails and Lisa Beasley also survive.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Omega Cemetery with Rev. Rick Brown, Rev, Shawn Lewis, and Rev. Caleb Folsom officiating.

The family will receive family and friends at the home of Carlton & Sandra Greenway 328 South Main Street, Baxley, GA.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/22/2025

Molisa Rentz Wooten

Molisa Rentz Wooten, age 53, of Hazlehurst passed away Monday, October 20, 2025.

Molisa was born February 9, 1972 in Jeff Davis County and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir. She dearly loved her family and the Lord more than anything. In her free time, Molisa enjoyed sewing and quilting as well as taking pictures and making scrapbooks. She was preceded in death by her father, Joe Earl Rentz and a brother, Joe Allen “Cat” Rentz.

Survivors include her husband, Will Wooten of Hazlehurst; daughter, Cindy (Brent) Brown of Hazlehurst; mother, Allene Yawn Rentz of Hazlehurst; sisters, Cheryl (Ray) Odum of Douglas, Marie (Steve) Shumans, Elaine (Stanley) McCall, and Lisa (Danny) Hesters all of Hazlehurst and her twin sister, Lolisa (Stanley) Miller of Baxley. Four grandchildren and two great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Friday, October 24, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Wigley and Rev. Keith Yawn officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be Walter Sweat, Ryan Lewis, Matthew Miller, Spencer McCall and Stoney McCall.

Honorary pallbearers will be her nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/21/2025

Nancy Conner Gray

Nancy Conner Gray, age 82, of Baxley, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025 at Appling Health Care.

Mrs. Gray was born on September 30, 1943 to the late Clifford Conner Sr. and the late Mary Sammie Reynolds Conner. She worked as a book keeper in the accounting industry for Cash Express. She was a Veteran of the United States Navy and considered her greatest achievement to be raising 5 wonderful children while moving around the United States with her military husband. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Jo Gray Sr.; daughter, Darcy Gray; son, Phillip Peck May, Jr., granddaughter, Nancy Joy Morris, and brothers, Tharian (Pete) Carter, and Clifford Conner, Jr.

Survivors include her Daughters, Gigi Gray Cannon of Baxley and Mary Vicie Morris of Baxley; son, Bobby Joe (Paula) Gray, Jr. of Eufaula, AL; sisters, Patricia Music, Martha Hutcheson, and Phyllis Branch; eleven grandchildren, Ashley Gray, Mikey Gray, Bobby Joe (Hope) Gray, III, Cory Vett (Lindsey) Gray, Shannon Lewis, Bill (Brooke) Cannon, Jessy Gray, Charlie Morris, Jon (Ashley) Morris, Lydia (Derek) Marcotte, and April May. Several great grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

Interment will be Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. in Fort Mitchell National Cemetery near Eufaula, Alabama.

Honorary pallbearers will be the staff of Jeff Davis Court Care, the staff of Appling Pavillion, and all family and friends in attendance.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/20/2025

Ronald Stephen Reagin, Jr.

Ronald Stephen Reagin, Jr., a decorated Marine, dedicated law enforcement officer, and proud American, entered into eternal rest on October 17, 2025, at the age of 56. Known to many as Stephen, he lived a life defined by service, strength, and steadfast devotion to God, family, and country.

Born in Jeff Davis County on September 12, 1969, Stephen answered the call to serve his nation as a member of the United States Marine Corps, where he honorably served during operations in Southwest Asia, the Persian Gulf War, and later in Iraq and Afghanistan. His courage and leadership earned him numerous commendations, including recognition for valor in combat.

Following his military service, Stephen continued his lifelong mission of protecting others through a distinguished career in law enforcement. As a Corporal with the Savannah Police Department and later a United States Marshal, he served in several elite roles—SWAT Sniper Team Leader, Entry Team Leader, and Narcotics Officer—earning the Medal of Valor and the title of SWAT Operator of the Year. His expertise also took him abroad, where he trained Iraqi and Afghan security forces in counterterrorism operations.

Beyond his professional achievements, Stephen was a man of integrity and heart. He was a certified scuba diver and underwater welder, and he found peace on the water, joy on the open road, and pride in cheering for the Georgia Bulldogs alongside his father—a simple tradition that meant the world to both of them.

Stephen was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ginger Bennett Reagin, and his son, Garrett Nathaniel Reagin.

He is survived by his parents, Dr. Ronald and Nancy Reagin of Baxley; his sister, Hilari Reagin of Athens; his brother, Joshua Reagin of Baxley; his nieces Aaryn Griffis, Eliana Reagin, Charlize Reagin, Adah Hamman; and nephews Stephen Mark Reagin and Henry Hamman.

Funeral services will be held Friday, October 24, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Baxley, with Rev. Mike Redwine and Pastor Darron Jackson officiating and a eulogy by Jay Reddy. Interment will follow in Hazlehurst City Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be members of the SWAT Team. Honorary pallbearers include Jay Reddy, Josh Reagin, Michael Todd, Christopher Rush, members of the Georgia Federal Task Force, the Savannah Police Department and Jim Meyers.

Visitation will be held Thursday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Swain Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

Stephen’s legacy of courage, honor, and selfless service will live on in the countless lives he
touched and in the enduring love of his family.

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10/19/2025

Mary Harrison

Mary Kilcline Harrison, age 84, of Hazlehurst, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at her residence under the care of Community Hospice.

Mrs. Harrison was born September 20, 1941 in Savannah, Georgia to the late Fredrick Kilcline and the late Evelyn Morris Kilcline. She was known for her gentle spirit and sweet smile, was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, and an avid animal lover. She attended the University of Georgia, where she met her husband of nearly 50 years, the late James Pickett Harrison. Mrs. Harrison was a homemaker for many years before attending South Georgia State College, where she received an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing and graduated at the top of her class. She diligently served as a nurse for more than 25 years at Meadows Regional Hospital in Vidalia.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Kathleen Harrison; son, Lance Pickett Harrison; her only grandson, Chance Harper.

Survivors include her daughter, Teresa (Warren) Coleman of Hazlehurst; granddaughters, Kayla Harper (fiancé, Blake Wright) of Hazlehurst, Morgan (Weston) Powell of Hazlehurst, Macy Coleman of Richmond Hill and Sidney Harrison of Hazlehurst; great grandchildren, Triston Sellers, Crew Powell and Case Powell; special friends, Brenda Moody, Gayle Wooten, Carolyn Thomas, Nicole Boatright, and Wendy Cooper; and her loving care givers, Pearl Faison and Nancy Jsckson.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Rodney Porter and Gayle Wooten officiating.

Inurnment will be in Hazlehurst City Cemetery at a later time.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Voices of Hazlehurst Animal Shelter, P. O. Box 589, Hazlehurst, GA 31539 or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/18/2025

Barbara Ann Arnold

Barbara Ann Arnold, age 88, of Surrency passed away Friday, October 17, 2025 at her residence under the care of Comfort Care Hospice.

Mrs. Arnold was born August 8, 1937 in Pierce County to the late Vernon Smith and the late Mollie Gamble Smith. She was a member of Zion Church of God and was a homemaker. Mrs. Arnold was preceded in death by her husband, Miriam Leon Arnold; son, Vernon Arnold; grandchild, Jonathan Starrick; and a son-in-law, Mikeal Starrick.

Survivors include her daughter, Gwen Starrick of Surrency; son, Lynn (Melissa) Arnold of Surrency; grandchildren, Matthew Starrick, Megan (Shawn) Dowers, Lyndsey (Weston) Skinner and Jody (Haley) Arnold; and six great grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Zion Church of God with Rev. Danny Horne, Rev. Ronnie Rentz and Rev. Shawn Dowers officiating.

Interment will follow in Zion Church of God Church Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be Matthew Starrick, Jody Arnold, Lee Fowler, Caleb Fowler, Ryan Perry and Shawn Dowers.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/18/2025

June Lariscy Gardner

June Lariscy Gardner, age 87, of Baxley passed away Friday, October 17, 2025 at Appling Healthcare.

Mrs. Gardner was born June 2, 1938 in Sylvania, Georgia to the late Jacob Loy Lariscy and the late Wilma Elizabeth Wiley Lariscy. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church and a retired Licensed Practical Nurse. Mrs. Gardner was preceded in death by her husband, Willie B. Gardner; son, Rev. William “Billy” Gardner; son-in-law, Benjamin Peacock; sister, Mary Rahn; and brothers, Bill & Carroll Lariscy.

Survivors include her daughter, Kathryn Peacock of Brunswick; son, Glenn (Lynn) Gardner and David (Cheryl) Gardner both of Baxley; daughter-in-law, Kathryn Gardner of Baxley; sister, Loyce Larisey of Rincon; sister-in-law, Renee Gardner of Arnoldsville; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Midway Baptist Church with Rev. Wayne Williamson, Rev. Mick Malone, Rev. Brannen Pate and Rev. Rick Brown officiating.

Interment will follow in Midway Baptist Church Cemetery.

Active pallbearers will be Aaron Gardner, Chris Gardner, Kevin Perry, Wayne Mullis, Fran Escamilla, Ben Peacock, Gavin Gardner and Jamie Cravey.

Honorary pallbearers will be Midway Ladies Sunday School Class & Discipleship Training Class, Genie Stone, Leland & Cecile Griffin, David Roberts & Sarah Smith, JoAnn Beecher, Brenda Mobley, Dr. Orlando Fernando & staff, and Dr. Leticia Poblete.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Midway Baptist Church or The Gideons Appling Camp.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/14/2025

Thomas Edison Byrd, Sr.

Thomas Edison Byrd, Sr., age 93, passed away December 15, 2024.

Tom was born on June 15, 1930 in Appling County to the late Horace Greely Byrd and the late Florence Kelly Ritch. He went to Georgia School for the Deaf in Cave Spring, Georgia in 1938. He was a boxer and played football and basketball. He left GSD in 1950 and got a job at Simmon Mattress Co and worked there for 42 years. Tom was a member of CF Church and Brotherhood for many years. He was a very strong fan of the Atlanta Braves, Falcons, and Georgia Bulldogs. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and beloved grandson, Joshua Ebersole.

Survivors include his loving wife of 72 years, Faye Nell Byrd; and his four children, C. J. Byrd, Susie Byrd, Thomas Edison Byrd, Jr., and Debra Ebersole; three grandchildren, Lisa Laird, Matthew Ebersole, and Joshua Ebersole; three great grandchildren, Kallie Laird, Clayton Laird, and Nicholas Ebersole.

His memory will forever be treasured by his loved ones and friends.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Antioch Congregational Christian Church Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/11/2025

Lisa Maria Yawn

Lisa Maria Yawn, age 54, of Hazlehurst passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 at her residence.

Mrs. Yawn was born on October 10, 1971 in Jeff Davis County. She was a loyal devoted wife, who was all about her family, especially her kids and grandchildren. Mrs. Yawn was a homemaker who loved to cook, clean and care for her family. Her passion for caring for others lead her to become a nurse. Mrs. Yawn was preceded in death by her father, Harry Dale “Joe” Scott, and her stepfather, Blan Williams.

Survivors include her husband, Paul Mitchell Yawn, Sr.; children, Shandale (Ryan) Taylor, Nathan (Kayla) Yawn, Mitch (Cheyenne) Yawn, and Paul (Tanya) Batten; mother, Hope Williams; step mother, Mary Ann Scott; sister, Shanna (Lynn) Deen; brothers, Brandon (Rachel) Williams and Alex (Crystal) Scott; and grandchildren, Harlan, Noah, Della, Ellis, Tallulah, Anna, Gannon, Oliver, Jenson, Adlee, Pheonix, Sterling, and Dawson. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Justin McLellan officiating.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.

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10/11/2025

Celebrating the life of William (Bill) Tomberlin