All Obituaries

“So, I’ve come to the end of my road, and the sun has set for me, I want no rights in a gloom filled room, why cry for a soul set free?” Please join us in prayer for the family of Ms. Alfreda Williams, age 90, of Ludowici, GA. She transitioned from time into eternity on Monday April 29, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, GA.  Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced later by The Dorchester Funeral Home, 7842 E. Oglethorpe Hwy,...

“It is with heartfelt sympathy that we announce the passing of Clara Belle (Martin) Roberts. Born February 28, 1938, to Milton H. (Jack) Martin, Sr. and Carrie L. Baker Martin at Taylor Creek, Georgia she was honored and respected as the “backbone” of the Martin-Baker Family. This lovingmother was affectionately called “Belle” by her cherished daughter Christie...

"I am the sunlight on ripened grain.  I am the gentle autumn rain.  When you awaken in the morning's hush  I am the swift uplifting rush  Of quiet birds in circled flight.  I am the soft stars that shine at night."   Mother Maggie James Sumpter was born June 6, 1932, in Liberty County, Georgia to the late Deacon Frank and Mrs. Hester James. She departed this life on April 23, 2024. Mother Maggie Sumpter was one of ten children. She was...

"Our destination is a place,  far greater than we know, for some the journey is quick, and for some the journey is slow..." Mrs. Juanita Singleton transitioned from time into eternity on Tuesday April 23, 2024 at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, GA. Arrangement are incomplete at this time and will be announced later by The Dorchester Funeral Home, 7842 E. Oglethorpe Hwy, Midway, GA.

"Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there. I do not sleep.  I am a thousand winds that blow.  I am the diamond glints on snow."  Please join us in prayer for the family of Mr. Reginald Penn, age 88, of Hinesville, GA. Final and most sacred arrangements are entrusted to the professional care of The Dorchester Funeral Home, 7842 E. Oglethorpe HWY, Midway, GA.

Diana Jo Gillespie was born on September 20, 1940 in Riceboro, Georgia to Eldora B. and John Williams.  She graduated as her class Valedictorian in 1957 from the original Liberty County High School in Midway, Georgia.  She graduated from college with high honors with a Master’s Degree in Biology from Texas Southern University. She met and married Bernard Gillespie in Houston, Texas in 1965 after she finished her studies.  She would blush with pride whenever you...

On April 17th, 2024, at the age of 87, James Thomas Baker passed away at his cherished home. James, a devoted son, brother, father, and proud veteran of the United States Air Force touched the lives of many with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to his family and passions.   Born in Townsend, Georgia and raised in Dorchester, currently known as Midway, Georgia, James was the only son among the 6 children born to Johnathan Baker of Liberty County and Elvina Bowens of...

Ms. Sandra Nixon transitioned from this life on April 13, 2024.  Final and most sacred arrangements are entrusted to the professional care of The Dorchester Funeral Home, 7842 E. Oglethorpe Hwy, Midway, GA. 

Mattie Mae (Solomon) Jones of Riceboro, GA transitioned to her eternal heavenly home on April 10, 2024. She was the third eldest child of the late Roscoe Solomon and Trudie Hicks-Ware of Cairo, GA. Mattie accepted Christ at an early age. She became a devoted member of the First African Baptist Church in Riceboro, GA for 60+ years where she served as a devoted deaconess of the church. She attended elementary and middle schools in Georgia and Florida before moving to Liberty County in 1961 to...