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-Obituaries-
Major James E. Weaver
Major James E. Weaver passed
away at the Ogeechee Area
Hospice on February 28, 2024.
He was bom in Sylvania, GA
and attended Screven County
schools prior to being drafted.
He served his country in the
United States Air Force during
the Korean War. He returned to
the southeast and was employed
with the Savannah Police Department as well as the FBI,
achieving the rank of Major and retired as Honorary
Deputy Chief. Never one to remain idle, after his law
enforcement service, he was employed for ten years with
the Chatham County District Attorney. He was a member
of the American Legion of Sylvania, also a Freemason
as a member of the Landrum Lodge and the Alee Temple
Shriners, the Fraternal Order of Police, the Peace Officers
Association, and the FBI National Academy Associates,
Inc. where he served as the Georgia Chapter Past President
and Historian. In 1993 he retired and returned to the family
farm in Screven County where he grew sugar cane, made
his own cane symp, and restored tractors with his sons.
He was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of
Sylvania, having served as a Sunday School teacher and
deacon.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Kermit
“Jim” and Ruth Riley Weaver, a son, James E. Weaver,
Jr., brothers and sisters-in-law, Eugene “Gene” Weaver,
Kermit Weaver, Lewis Weaver, Bobby and Trish Weaver,
and Marjorie Weaver.
He is survived by his wife of sixty-eight years, Lillian
Cannon Weaver, his son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth
and Candy Weaver of Guyton, grandchildren, Roy and
Lisa Weaver of Springfield, Chris and Heather Weaver of
Sylvania, Katie and Nolan Conley of Guyton, and Virginia
“Ginny” Smith of Guyton, great-grandchildren, Cody
Weaver, Carly Weaver, Griffin Weaver, Maysen Conley,
Bobby Conley, Jason Smith, Kal Smith, brothers and
sister-in-law, Norman Weaver of Sylvania, and Billy and
Sue Weaver of Sylvania, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-
law, Bobby and Mary Florence Cannon of Plant City, FL,
and Joyce and Fred Stregles of Brunswick, and several
nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 2,
2024, at the Joiner Anderson Screven Chapel at 11:00am.
Interment followed at the Screven County Memorial
Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial
contributions be sent to the James Weaver Scholarship
Award, care of. The Georgia Chapter of FBINAA, 1738
Boyles Mike Rd. NE, Dalton, GA 30721 or the Ogeechee
Area Hospice, PO. Box 531, Statesboro, GA 30459 or the
First Baptist Church of Sylvania, PO. Box 318 Sylvania,
GA 30467.
Friends may sign the online register book at www.
joineranderson.com
Joiner Anderson Funeral Home Screven Chapel
oversees all arrangements.
Youth Suicide Prevention: Recognize the Signs
(StatePoint) Children and teens can
be moody, but when signs of mental
health troubles last for weeks, don’t
assume it’s just a passing mood.
Suicide is a leading cause of death
among U.S. children, teens and young
adults ages 10-24, and rates have been
on the rise. The American Academy of
Pediatrics recommends that all teens
be screened for
suicide risk starting
at age 12.
While no single
cause has been
identified, suicide
is often preceded
by depression that
is undiagnosed or
untreated. Most
youth show some
warning signs or
behavior changes in
advance. Families
and their doctors
can work together
to identify if a child
or teen is stmggling
with depression,
anxiety or substance
use, all of which
increase the risk of suicide.
“Suicide is complex, but often
preventable,” said Janet Lee, MD,
FAAP “When a person talks about
killing themselves or feeling hopeless
or trapped, it should always be taken
seriously.”
Don’t be afraid to ask your child or
teen to talk about their mental health
or if they’re contemplating suicide.
Asking directly is the best way to
know what your child is thinking.
Studies show that it is safe to ask
about suicide risk and that asking the
question will not put the idea into their
head. Note that your child may initially
turn away or be silent, but actions may
speak louder than words. Watch for
major changes in your child’s sleep
patterns, appetite and social activities.
Self-isolation, especially for kids
who usually enjoy hanging out with
friends or participating in activities.
can signal serious difficulties.
“Your goal should be to create a safe
space where your child can trust you
to listen and express concern without
judgment or blame,” Dr. Lee said.
If your child says something like “I
want to die” or “I don’t care anymore,”
some suggested responses are:
• “I’m sorry you are feeling this
way—can you share a bit more?”
• “It sounds like you’re in tremendous
pain and you can’t see a way out.”
• “Maybe you’re wondering how life
got this complicated and difficult.”
• “Right now, you’re not sure of
the answers to the problems you’re
facing.”
• “You must really, really be hurting
inside to consider ending your life.”
Common causes of stress that
increase the risk of suicide include
major life-changing events, including
the loss of a loved one to death,
divorce, deployment or incarceration.
Bullying, discrimination, racism and
stigma surrounding mental heath
or suicide can also increase risks.
Children who have witnessed or are
suffering violence or domestic abuse,
engage in self-harming behavior or
experienced a suicide in their school
or friend group are also at higher risk
of suicide.
Research has shown there are
protective factors that help reduce
the risk of suicide, including ready
access to health care.
Maintaining close
connections to family,
friends and one’s
community is also
important.
Parents and guardians
should limit access
to lethal means, such
as removing firearms
and locking up
medications or other
potential poisons or
weapons in the home.
Half of youth suicides
occur with firearms—
and suicide attempts
with firearms are
almost always fatal.
Teens and adolescents
who attempt suicide
with a firearm almost always use a
gun found in their house, studies find.
“Suicide is often impulsive and
a moment of crisis can escalate
quickly,” Dr. Lee said. “If your child
is considering suicide, call or text
988 or chat on 9881ifeline.org right
away. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free
and confidential support for people
in distress, as well as prevention and
crisis resources.”
For more infomiation, visit
HealthyChildren.org.
As children grow and become
more independent, it can be more
challenging to know what they are
thinking and feeling. However, if
you see signs that your child’s mental
health is under threat, it’s important to
tune in and take action.
Alleluia,
Sing to
Jesus
What seems like many years ago, I graduated college.
Actually, the more I think about it, the more it has been
many many years ago.
As all music majors, especially those wanting to be
Church music ministers, we like to take voice as much as
we can and present vocal recitals whenever possible.
One of the first songs I sang in a recital was, "Alleluia,
Sing to Jesus", a version, written especially for tenor. It was
one of those experiences I will rememeber for the rest of
my life.
I have performed the song many times since then,
however, that was a younger time in my life and it will
remain with me as one of the most important ones.
One of my most favorite verses says, "Alleluia! Not as
orphans, are we left in sorrow now.
Alleluia! He is near us; faith believes, nor questions how.
Tho' the cloud from sight received Him, when the forty days
were o'er, shall our hearts forget His promise, "I am with
you evermore"?
This verse praises Christ for his promises and reminds us
of all of those promises. They are for all of us if we come to
him in faith and trust and accept him. We have to remember
that Jesus told his disciples that He would not leave them
"comfortless", a term which I found in the original language
means 'orphans'. We find it in John 14: 18-20, " I will not
leave you as orphans, I will come to you. Yet a little while
and the world will see me no more, but you will see me",
and so on.
The hymn was originally called "Redemption through the
Precious Blood". However, the writer, William Chatterton
Dix, decided after it was finished to changed it to, "Alleluia,
Sing to Jesus".
William was born in Bristol, England in June of 1837. He
was the son of Jon Dix, who was a surgeon and author of the
book. Life of Chatterton.
W. Chatterton was an excellent student and produced a
large number of hymns throughout his lifetime. Actually,
over forty in total. Perhaps a few of his most famous were,
"What Child is this", and "As with Gladness Men of Old".
This hymn, "Alleluia, Sing to Jesus was written in 1866 as
a result of a need he felt for more communion hymns to be
used in the Church of England. The hymn is still sang in
most Episcopal and Anglican Churches all over the world.
At the age of 29, William was struck with a near fatal
illness and consequently suffered months confined to his
bed. During this time he became severely depressed. Yet, it
was from this period of time that many of his hymns were
written.
William Chatterton Dix died in Sommerset, England on
September 9, 1898 at the age of 61 and was buried at his
parish Church. One of his children included the novelist and
writer, Gertrude Dix.
This writer will always remain as one of my favorites. He
always knew just how to put into words exactly what I was
feeling at times I needed it most. Thank you William!
Please sing along
1. Alleluia! Sing to Jesus;
His the scepter. His the throne.
Alleluia! His the triumph.
His the victory alone.
Hark! The songs of peaceful Zion
thunder like a mighty flood:
"Jesus out of every nation
has redeemed us by His blood."
2 Alleluia! Not as orphans
are we left in sorrow now.
Alleluia! He is near us;
faith believes, nor questions how.
Tho' the cloud from sight received Him
when the forty days were o'er,
shall our hearts forget His promise,
"I am with you evermore"?
3 Alleluia! Bread of heaven,
here on earth our food, our stay.
Alleluia! Here the sinful
flee to You from day to day.
Intercessor, Friend of sinners,
earth's Redeemer, hear our plea
where the songs of all the sinless
sweep across the crystal sea.
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The Sylvania Times
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The City of Sylvania is considering applying to the Georgia Department of
Community Affairs for a Community Development Block Grant of up to
$1,000,000. These funds must be used to primarily benefit low and
moderate income persons.
The activities for which funds may be used are in the areas of housing,
public facilities, and economic development. More specific details
regarding eligible activities, plans to assist displaced persons (if any), the
estimated amount of funds proposed to be used for activities to benefit
low and moderate income persons, and the rating system will be provided
at a public hearing which will be held at Sylvania City Hall, 104 South Main
Street, Sylvania, Ga. 30467 on March 14, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.
The purpose of this hearing will be to obtain citizen input into the
development of the application and review progress on the previous CDBG
grant (if applicable). Persons with special needs relating to handicapped
accessibility or foreign language shall contact Stacy Mathis, City Manager at
(912) 564-7407 prior to March 14, 2024. This person can be located at the
Sylvania City Hall, 104 South Main Street, Sylvania, Ga. 30467 between the
hours of 8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday, except holidays.
Individuals who are hearing impaired can contact the Georgia Relay Services,
telephone number (TDD) 1-800-255-0056, (Voice) 1-800-255-0135.
