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Glynn doctor, boyfriend die in murder/suicide in Wayne County

What is believed to be a murder/suicide on Buffalo Road, in eastern Wayne County near Everett, was reported Friday by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Marsha Certain, 69, and Tracey Sanna were reported deceased in the house at 1131 Buffalo Road Thursday evening.

Obituaries 4.18.24

Cornelia Jeanette Kasperian Ludowici—Cornelia Jeanette Kasperian, 76, died April 7, 2024, at Coastal Manor in Ludowici and under the care of GHC Hospice. Born in Montezuma, she lived in Long County most of her life. She retired from civil service as a housing inspector.

Obituaries 4.11.24

Elouise Withrow Ogden Odum—Elouise Withrow Ogden, 84, of Odum died under Hospice of South Georgia care on April 7, 2024. The Wayne County native was a member of Old Bethel Baptist Church and formerly of Piney Grove Church of God.

Obituaries 4.4.23

  Brenda Ann Tippins Leggett Jesup—Brenda Ann Tippins Leggett, 66, of Jesup died March 27, 2024, surrounded by her family. The Wayne County native was a Baptist and former employee with Wayne Memorial Hospital.

Obituaries 3.28.24

Glen Carrol Scott Jesup—Glen Carrol Scott, 70, died peacefully at home on March 22, 2024, under the care of Hospice of South Georgia and surrounded by his family. A resident of Wayne County for most of his life, he was born on July 27, 1953, in Jesup.

Obituaries 3.21.24

Gayla Cooper Hope Jesup—Gayla Cooper Hope, 55, born July 3, 1968, received total healing and gained her angel wings on March 14, 2024. Her “dash” (1968-2024) was filled with love, ministry and joy.

Obituaries 3.14.24

  Thad Brackin Odum—Thaddius “Thad” Cyzyski Brackin, 85, of Odum died March 9, 2024, at Harborview Health Systems-Jesup under the care of Hospice of South Georgia. He was the owner of Brackin Timber Company for more than 50 years.

Obituaries 3.7.24

Hayward Merritt “Meddy” Settles Jesup—Hayward Merritt “Meddy” Settles, 59, a beloved member of the Wayne County community, died peacefully on Feb. 29, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family and under the compassionate care of GHC Hospice.

Obituaries 2.29.24

  Cecil Jerald Grantham Sr. Ludowici—Cecil Jerald Grantham Sr., 65, died Feb. 27, 2024, at his home under the care of his family and Hospice of South Georgia. Born in Orlando, Florida, he lived in Long County for the past 24 years. He was self-employed in construction and lived to hunt and fish.

Obituaries 2.22.24

Imogene Robertson Smith Jesup—Imogene Robertson Smith, 76, died peacefully Feb. 15, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family under the care of Hospice of South Georgia. A native and lifelong resident of Wayne County, she was born on Dec.