Marsha J. Certain, M.D. It is with great sadness that the family of Dr. Marsha J. Certain announces her passing on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the age of 69 years old. Dr. Marsha Certain was born on November 18, 1954, in Rochester, Minnesota, to the late Mary Virginia and Hurley D Jones. In 1964, Marsha and her family relocated to Brunswick, GA, where Marsha’s father began his cardiology career: a move that would prove pivotal in inspiring Marsha’s future aspirations and passionate career. Marsha graduated as the valedictorian of her class from Brunswick High School in 1973. She received her ..read more

Michael Allen Harlow Michael Allen Harlow, 66, of Townsend, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Savannah, GA. He was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and was a long-time resident of Townsend in McIntosh County. He was a retired member of the US Army – which brought him to Fort Stewart, GA – where he met his future wife, Faye. He was a retired truck driver, and – in later years – he was the owner/operator of Dusty’s Truck Line. Mike loved life, had a quick wit, and had a great sense of humor. He was an expert at telling jokes and loved to tell them to make people laugh ..read more

Milton Henry “Woody” Woodside Jr. Milton Henry “Woody” Woodside, Jr., 76, of Brunswick, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2024, at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, surrounded by his family. Born on May 27, 1947, in Durham, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Milton and Nan Woodside. Woody grew up in Clinton, North Carolina, and was the oldest with 3 sisters and a brother. He was a proud alumnus of Fishburne Military School in Waynesboro, Virginia, and The Citadel – the Military College of South Carolina (class of 1970), where he served as a Summerall Guard. Before making ..read more

Brunswick cardiologist killed in murder, suicide incident A Brunswick doctor was murdered Thursday, April 17, at her Wayne County property by her boyfriend, who then took his own life, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies responded Thursday night to property owned by Dr. Marsha Certain on Buffalo Road, near the Glynn County line, when they were informed by a family member of Certain’s boyfriend that he was threatening to kill himself, said Wayne County Chief Deputy Mike Hargrove. The family member told deputies that Certain’s boyfriend, who Hargrove did not identify Friday morning ..read more

Boyd Lorraine Gault Boyd Lorraine Gault, 89, of Darien, departed this life, Saturday, April 13, 2024, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Glory Worship Center in Darien, with Dr. Lee Brandt and Pastor Edgar Timmons officiating.  Interment will follow in St. Andrew’s Cemetery, with Bobby Gault, Thomas Gault, Stephen Morris, Matthew Gault, Gregory Gault, Jr., Joseph Gault, Michael Horne, Michael McClenithan, Walter Ihde, Boyd Tyler Ihde, and Wayne McClenithan serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Jack Amie, Dr. J ..read more

Donna Altman Blackmon Donna Altman Blackmon, 75, died Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Altamaha Health and Rehabilitation , under the care of Hospice of South Georgia, after an extended illness. A resident of Darien for many years, she was a native of Brunswick. She was employed with BellSouth for many years until her retirement. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother, who cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping and giving gifts to those she loved. Survivors include a son, Craig Blackmon of Darien; two brothers, David Altman and Jeff Altman ..read more

Courtney Willis Foxworth Courtney Willis Foxworth, 34, of Brunswick, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024. She was a native of Townsend and attended MCA, where she worked as a cheer coach. She had lived in Brunswick since 2016 and attended Community Church of Brunswick. Courtney was the owner and master cosmetologist of Embraced Salon & Spa in downtown Brunswick. She enjoyed boating, getting pampered, and eating out in good restaurants. She loved her boys dearly, and loved being with family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Christopher Foxworth; sons, Waylon Foxworth and Aiden ..read more

Preston Reed Preston Reed, 99, of Crescent, died Monday, April 8, 2024, at his residence. Darien Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements ..read more

  Leon “China” Campbell Leon “China” Campbell, of Meridian, died Thursday, April 4, 2024, at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Darien Funeral Home.   ..read more

Jeanette Bowens Jeanette McDonald Bowens passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at North Shore Medical Center. Funeral services  will be held Saturday, April 6, at First Credit Hill Baptist Church, with burial in Ebenezer Cemetery. Walkthrough viewing will be Friday, April 5, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Darien Funeral Home. She is survived by her sons, Abraham Bowens, Jr., and Jarius Larmount Bowens; stepdaughter, Cynthia Johnson; siblings, Leona McDonald, (Willie) Cook, and Throunell (Ida) Johnson; grandchildren and other relatives. Darien Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.   ..read more