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Martha Wilhoit Obituary

Retired School Teacher WARRENTON, Ga. - Mrs. Martha Jane Gunn Wilhoit, age 78, entered into rest Monday, December 29, 2008 at Trinity Hospital, Augusta, GA. She was the wife of the late Jud P. Wilhoit Jr. and the daughter of the late Jamie Simeon Gunn and the late Blanche Lowe Gunn Graveside services will be held at 11am, Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at Johnson Cemetery, Gibson Highway, Warrenton, Ga. with Jack McCorkle and Rev. David Jenkins officiating. Mrs. Wilhoit was a native of Warren County, a graduate of Georgia State College for Women at Milledgeville, Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. She was a school teacher, having taught in the public schools of Rockdale, Greene, Morgan, Washington, Hancock, Jefferson and Warren Counties. She retired in 1992 from Briarwood Academy after 18 years of service. Martha Jane was a member of Johnson United Methodist Church, Adult Sunday school class, Warren County Chamber of Commerce and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Survivors include her son, Judson "Trip" Wilhoit III and her daughter-in-law , Janie, Lizella, Ga. and her daughter, Ocie Blanche "O.B." Wilhoit McCorkle and her son-in-law, Christopher Scott "Chris", Warrenton, Ga., two grandchildren, Christopher Scott "Tad" McCorkle II and Martha Diane "Mia" McCorkle , three step- grandchildren, Melanie Dane "Mindy" Hawkins (Girard) Jones, , Brooke Hawkins (Brad) Williams and Daniel Tyler Hawkins, one brother, James Lowe Gunn, Warrenton, Ga. Pallbearers will be J. J. Gunn, John Gunn, Jimmy Stewart, Gunn Stewart, Billy Wilhoit, Scott Johnson, and Bobby Thigpen. Memorials may be made to Johnson Cemetery Fund, C/O Joe Shurley, 642 Shurley Road, Warrenton, GA 30828 or Johnson United Methodist Church C/O Tommy Johnson 7731 Bastonville Road Warrenton, GA 30828. Lowe Funeral Home, 77 W. Gibson Street, Warrenton, GA 30828 (706-465-3333) is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle from Dec. 30 to Dec. 31, 2008.

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Dana (DeDe) Thomas

January 8, 2009

O.B. and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Martha Jane. I will always remember her as one of my favorite teachers. My sincerest condolences to you and the rest of your family.

Will Shurley

January 5, 2009

I have such fond memories of Martha Jane. I know the entire community and Johnson Church in particular will miss her immensely. She was dearly loved by many. I am so sorry for your loss.

Milledge & Elaine Samuels

December 31, 2008

O. B. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during the death of your mother. May you draw strength from precious memories of your time with her.

Walter McGahee

December 31, 2008

OB & family
I am sorry for the passing of Martha Jane. And will keep the family in my prayers.

Randy and Cindy Rutherford

December 31, 2008

May God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Beth Ard

December 31, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

James & Susan Newsome

December 31, 2008

O.B. & Trip,
You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful lady who will be missed by the entire community. We will see you soon.

Kenneth & Barbara Ansley

December 30, 2008

Obie and Trip, We were so sorry to hear of your Mother' death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dan Bowdoin

December 30, 2008

OB and Trip Dan and I were so sorry to hear of Martha Jane's passing away. We will always have a lot of fun memories with her and your Dad. She was a dear friend and we will miss her very much. Dan and Theresa Bowdoin

Dollye Ward

December 30, 2008

Dear O.B. and family,
My sincere sympathy is with you all during this time of loss. Mothers are so special and I still miss mine. I would be there with you if I could. You will be remembered in my prayers.
With love, Dollye

Lollie DeFreese

December 30, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about Miss Martha Jane. She will surely be missed! She was always such a dynamo and a funny lady. I have many fond memories of her at family dinners, at Clark Hill, and teaching at Briarwood. I will always appreciate all she has done for Johnson Church.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Love, Lollie Dee and Ragan

Bob Wiggins

December 30, 2008

My family and I would like to send your family our prayers and best wishes in such a trying time. God Bless.

Wendy & Chris Kersey

December 30, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. During this difficult time, remember that she will always be remembered by many. Each time I type on a keyboard, I think of Mrs. Wilhoit. She was an excellent typing teacher. May God be with you as you encounter each day without her. Lean on God's everlasting arms, and let him hold you through the upcoming days. We're sorry for your loss and will continue to lift your family in our prayers.

Jeanie Joesbury

December 30, 2008

My time spent with Martha Jane has been very special and I consider it a special treasure to have known her. Her work at Briarwood Academy will always be remembered and appreciated.

Sally Lockwood

December 30, 2008

My thoughts and prayers for comfort are with you. Miss Martha Jane was a great lady.

Sally Evans Lockwood

Brenda Taylor

December 30, 2008

Martha Jane will be missed by many. My condolence to the family.

Helen Phillips

December 30, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Helen Phillips

December 30, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Donnie & Betty Lane Reese

December 30, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. I have many memories that I will always cherish as a golfing buddy, a Sister in Christ, a dear friend for life. I as well as the Norwood Charge and the community were Blessed to have her in our life.

Billy,Cile,Ryan,Shelley Wilhoit

December 30, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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