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07/20/2026

Melanie Braddy Saliba

Funeral services for Mrs. Melanie Braddy Saliba will be held Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral Home in Soperton. Burial will be in the Spivey Family Cemetery in Montgomery County. Reverend Chad Cofield will officiate.

Mrs. Saliba, 82, passed away on July 17, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and the love of those who knew her. Born on June 29, 1944, Melanie was the daughter of the late Wilma Beaty Braddy and William Steelie Braddy. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mose Saliba; her son, Jason Blaine Baker; her brothers, Billy Braddy and Bob Henry Braddy; and her sisters, Dana Braddy Herman, Marilyn Braddy Coker, Jeannine Braddy Evans, and infant sister, Dale Braddy.

She is survived by her grandson, Webb Baker; her daughter-in-law, Patricia Baker; Jason’s stepchildren, Alex and Julie Higginbottom; her sisters, Patty Braddy Barnhill, Sonja Braddy Spivey, Janis Braddy Talley; along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews who will cherish her memory. She also leaves behind her faithful companion and beloved dog, Dylan, who brought her comfort and joy.

Melanie was a “Class of 1962” graduate of Treutlen High School and a graduate of Troy State University. She spent much of her adult life in Dothan, Alabama, where she built a career and a life she enjoyed. Following her retirement, she returned to Braddy family land, a place that always felt like home.

Those who knew Melanie knew she was intelligent, independent, and had a deep love for reading. She valued meaningful conversations, held strong convictions, and remained true to herself throughout her life. Melanie found joy in life’s simple pleasures—a good book, a quiet afternoon on the porch, and the companionship of her beloved dog, Dylan. Melanie’s life was marked by resilience, independence, and a love for home, family, and life’s quiet moments. She will be remembered with love and missed always.

The family will receive friends beginning at 3:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements.

07/20/2026

Maxine Frost Driggers

Funeral services for Mrs. Maxine Frost Driggers will be held Friday, July 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral Home in Soperton. Burial will be in the Red Bluff Baptist Church Cemetery in Treutlen County. Reverend Al Soles will officiate. Mrs. Driggers died Sunday, July 19, 2026.

Mrs. Driggers, 90, was the daughter of the late George W. and Mollie Herndon Frost. She was born in Montgomery County on July 7, 1936 and had lived most of her life in Laurens County. She was a retired supervisor from Oxford Garment Company in Dublin and was a member of Wilkes Church of the Nazarene in Laurens County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Driggers; two brothers, C.W. and Edward Frost and two sisters, Eulene Graham and Annette Branch.

Survivors include sons, Larry (Lucy) Driggers of Frisco, TX, David Driggers of Willis, TX and Terry (Janece) Driggers of Brazoria, TX; daughter, Debra Fiori of Richmond, TX; adopted daughter, Debbie Reid of Rockledge; also Billy & Debra Graham, Mitchell Graham, Willidean Garrett and son Chris, all of Rockledge; niece, Carol Cordry and several other nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Donald Warnock, Joey Etheridge, David Harrell, Mark Warnock, Lewis Foskey and Phillip White.

The family will begin receiving friends at 10:00 AM Friday at the funeral home.

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements.

07/18/2026

Virginia Elizabeth “Beth” Wall-Hester

A “Celebration of Life” service for Mrs. Virginia Elizabeth “Beth” Wall-Hester will be held Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM in the Hebron Holiness Church in Treutlen County. Reverend George Rhodes will officiate. Mrs. Wall-Hester died Thursday, July 16, 2026.

Mrs. Wall-Hester, 90 years & 4 days old, was the daughter of the late Cullen Evans and Martha Greene Evans. She was born in Miami, FL on July 12, 1936 and was a retired sewing machine operator with over 30 years of service with Apparel Brands of Wrightsville. She had been a resident of Treutlen County for over 30 years and a resident of Soperton for the past 5 ½ years. She loved fishing, sewing and designing clothes, making beautiful art work and was a member of Hebron Holiness Church. Her former husband, Roger Monroe Wall and her son, Ronnie Smith, both preceded her in death.

She is survived by her husband of 5 ½ years, Gilbert Hester of Soperton; son, Jerry W. (Laney) Smith of Dublin; daughter, Trina (Doug Odom) Poole of Adrian; three brothers, Otis Cook, Elbert Evans and James Evans, all of Dublin; four grandchildren, Macey Smith, Megan Geiger, Alana Poole and Morgan Todd and eight great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hebron Holiness Church, Hwy 15 N, Soperton, GA 30457.

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements.

06/19/2026

Melanie Ann McCullars

Melanie Ann Garner McCullars of Soperton died Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Twin City Trails Nursing Home in Twin City, GA.

Mrs. McCullars, 54, was born on March 29, 1972 in Lakeland, FL to Charles Hubert and Margie Ann Hooks Garner. She grew up in Bartow, FL and attended Polk County High School. She and her family moved to GA over 35 years ago and she and her husband had been residents of Treutlen County in the Gillis Springs Community for the past 10 years. She worked as a cook at the Shamrock Bowl Center in Dublin and also cooked for several Huddle House Restaurants around the area. She was a Baptist by faith and Jeff stated she was a “loving wife”. Her father, Charles Hubert Garner, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her husband of 20 years, Jeff McCullars of Soperton; her mother, Margie Ann Zipper of Soperton; two daughters, Crystal (Jammie) Livingston of Dublin and Ashley Shaw of Big Piney, WY; both two grandchildren; aunt & uncle, Tommy and Debbie Brantley of Soperton; niece, Angel (Waylon) Toler; nephew, Chad (Megan) McCullars of Dublin; two great nieces, Jessica and Bethany; her brother-in-law, Mark (Sue) McCullars and her “Fur Baby Fluffy”.

A Memorial Service will be held by the family at a later date.

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements.

06/12/2026

Diane Darsey

Graveside services for Ms. Diane Darsey will be held Monday, June 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the Red Bluff Baptist Church Cemetery in Treutlen County. Reverend Clayton Tanner will officiate. Ms. Darsey died Friday, June 12, 2026 at Treutlen Health & Rehab.

Ms. Darsey, 72, was born in Dublin, GA on February 2, 1954 to Robert Lee Darsey and Vinney Shumans Darsey and was a lifelong resident of Treutlen County. She attended Treutlen High School, was a member and employee of the Treutlen Service Center for many years and was Baptist by faith. Her father, Robert Lee Darsey and brother, Bobby Lee Darsey, preceded her in death.

She is survived by her mother, Vinney Darsey; her sister, Estella M. Darsey; two nieces, Angela Daniels and Cindy (Pete) Chadwell; nephew, Jimmy (Jamie) Darsey and numerous great nieces & great nephews.

The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service in the cemetery.

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements.

06/01/2026

Mary Helen Thrift

Mary Helen Thrift, born October 5, 1954, in Columbia, Missouri, to Eugene Huntley Thrift and Nina Katherine Davis Thrift, passed away surrounded by the love of her family, friends and caregivers.

Mary was one of 10 children and graduated from David H. Hickman High School. Later in life, at the age of 60, she fulfilled a lifelong goal by earning her bachelor’s degree. Her determination, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit led her to found Nurture Spa Naturals, where she lovingly handcrafted goat’s milk soaps and candles that she sold in local stores and at farmers markets. Mary found joy in the simple and meaningful things in life. She loved being outdoors, spending time with family, and caring for animals. She was an encourager to others, always offering kindness, support, and a listening ear. Nature brought her great peace, and her gentle spirit touched the lives of many who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Sara DeWitt, and son-in-law, Andrew DeWitt; her beloved grandsons, Andrew DeWitt Jr. and Baylor DeWitt; her sisters, Dorothy Thrift and Barbara L. Boos; and her brother, Michael Thrift.

She was preceded in death by her father, Eugene H. Thrift; her mother, Nina K. Thrift; her brothers, Richard E. Thrift, Steven A. Thrift, Samuel R. Thrift and Allen K. Thrift; and her sisters, Nancy L. Bingham and Kathleen J. Blackburn.

The family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has offered prayers, love, and support during this difficult time. A special thank you is extended to the compassionate staff of Treutlen County Health and Rehabilitation for the tremendous love and exceptional level of care they provided during Mary’s final months.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Treutlen County Health and Rehabilitation in memory of Mary Helen Thrift.

A "Celebration of Life" service will be held Friday, June 12, 2026 from 5-7 PM

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements

05/29/2026

Mary Helen Thrift

Mrs. Mary Helen Thrift of Soperton died Friday morning, May 29, 2026 at Treutlen County Health & Rehab. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Higgs Funeral Home of Soperton.

05/20/2026

Rebecca “Becky” Herrington Ann Rawlins

Mrs. Rebecca “Becky” Ann Herrington Rawlins of Soperton died Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in Meadows Regional Medical Center in Vidalia.

Mrs. Rawlins, 74, was the daughter of the late Osburn and Betty Ann Smith Herrington. She was born in Savannah, GA on August 8, 1951 and was a graduate of Savannah High School. She was a retired accountant/bookkeeper having worked for Minter Naval Stores with W. F. Belote, Haiseal Timber Company and Gillis Ag & Timber Company. She lived most of her life in Laurens and Treutlen Counties and was a Christian by faith. She was a free spirit, a nature lover and loved to do crafts and collect antiques. Her sister, Denise Herrington and brother, Ken Herrington preceded her in death.

Survivors include her two sons, Joseph Rawlins of Soperton and Trey Rawlins of Macon; sister, Cindy Cantrell of Savannah; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren, several nieces/nephews and the love of her life, her 40 year old African Gray Parrot “Elvis”.

A private service will be held by the family at a later date.

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements.

05/04/2026

Eugene Arnold Coleman

Funeral services for Mr. Eugene Arnold Coleman of Adrian, GA will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Chapel of Higgs Funeral Home in Soperton. Reverend Jack Stafford will officiate. Mr. Coleman died April 25, 2026 at his home.

Mr. Coleman, 60, was the son of the late Isaac McLendon and Marella White McLendon. He was born in Glenwood, GA on August 29, 1965 and attended school in Emanuel County. He was a former resident of Summertown and Norristown and had lived in Adrian for the past six years. Mr. Coleman was a carpenter by trade and was a member of the Norristown Revival Center.

Survivors include his daughter, Brandi (Joel) McDaniel; sister, Pamela (Steve) Anderson; three brothers, James (Bette) Paul, Stacy McLendon and Thaxton McLendon, Sr; aunt, Sybil Amerson; wife, Angie Powell Coleman; step-daughters, Stephanie Robertson, Rachel Driggers and Jamie Wilkerson; nieces/nephews and great nieces/nephews, Sierra Anderson, Cameron Anderson, Hannah Paul, Jaycee Paul, Steven (Kayla) McLendon, Kevin (Jessi) McLendon, Caitlin (Dallas) Smith, Hayden McLendon, Thaxton (Crystal) McLendon, Terry McLendon and Chad (Adrian) McLendon.

The family will receive friends beginning at 6:00 PM at the funeral home.

Higgs Funeral Home {(higgsfuneralhomeandflorist.com) and facebook} of Soperton has charge of arrangements.

04/29/2026

Eugene Arnold Coleman

Mr. Eugene Arnold Coleman, 60, of Adrian died April 25, 2026 at his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Higgs Funeral Home of Soperton.

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