Lisa Maria Yawn, age 54, of Hazlehurst passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 at her residence.
Mrs. Yawn was born on October 10, 1971 in Jeff Davis County. She was a loyal devoted wife, who was all about her family, especially her kids and grandchildren. Mrs. Yawn was a homemaker who loved to cook, clean and care for her family. Her passion for caring for others lead her to become a nurse. Mrs. Yawn was preceded in death by her father, Harry Dale “Joe” Scott, and her stepfather, Blan Williams.
Survivors include her husband, Paul Mitchell Yawn, Sr.; children, Shandale (Ryan) Taylor, Nathan (Kayla) Yawn, Mitch (Cheyenne) Yawn, and Paul (Tanya) Batten; mother, Hope Williams; step mother, Mary Ann Scott; sister, Shanna (Lynn) Deen; brothers, Brandon (Rachel) Williams and Alex (Crystal) Scott; and grandchildren, Harlan, Noah, Della, Ellis, Tallulah, Anna, Gannon, Oliver, Jenson, Adlee, Pheonix, Sterling, and Dawson. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Rev. Justin McLellan officiating.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.
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355 Baxley Highway, Hazlehurst, GA 31539
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