John S. Castleberry, 88, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at Jeff Davis Hospital following an extended illness. Mr. Castleberry was born in Cairo, GA to he late John and Kansas Louise Bishop Castleberry on September 8, 1923. Mr. Castleberry was preceded in death by a son: Larry Castleberry; sisters: Bessie Tomberlin, Livie Evans and Ruby Knight. He was a World War II veteran having served in the US Army. He was a self employed truck driver and he was a member of the 1st Assembly of God Church in Douglas, GA.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Thomasville, GA with Rev. Marshall Adcock officiating.
Survivors include: daughter: Elizabeth Shephard, Cleveland, TN; sister: Naomi Wood, Orlando, FL; 5 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.