Lisa Yawn Obituary
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.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
355 Baxley Highway, Hazlehurst, GA 31539
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