Johnny Lamar Newbern, age 59, Douglas, GA passed away on Monday, January 6, 2014 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Newbern was born June 25, 1954 in Douglas, GA to the late Thurman Newbern and Catherine Lott Newbern.
He is survived by two sisters: Linda Sue Gilliard of Douglas, GA and Judy (Tillman) Hattaway of Wray, GA; One brother: Tommy K. (Pam) Newbern, of Douglas, GA; One newphew Michael Gilliard, four nieces Melissa Jewell; Michele Gilliard; Kimberly Dill and Bridgette Hattaway; several great nieces and great nephews.
Visitation will be Wednesday, January 8, 2014 from 6 to 9 PM at Sims Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 2:00 PM at Chapel of Sims Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Holy Family Church Cemetery, Willacoochee, GA.