"How do I say goodbye to what we had? The good times that made us laugh, outweighed the bad. I thought we'd get to see forever, but forever has blown away. It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday.
I don't know where this road is gonna lead to. All I know is where we've been and what we've been through. If it gets me to tomorrow, I hope it's worth all the pain. It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday.
And I'll take with me the memories to be my sunshine after the rain. It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday."
It is with a heavy heart that the Harrington Funeral Home Inc. staff join hand and hand with the Brantley Family to announce the passing of their beloved:
Sername Chris Brantley was born in Lanier County on April 21, 1980 as a twin. On Wednesday, December 30, 2020, Chris was granted her angel wings and went home to be with the Lord.
She received her education in the Lowndes County Schools graduating the class of 98. Chris went on to pursue a degree in Biology at the University of Georgia and later transferred to the University of Florida. At the time of her death, she was employed as a Residential Unit Specialist.
She was preceded in death by her father, James L. Brantley; uncle, Marvin Brown.
She leaves to cherish her memories her precious mom, Pamela D. Sirmans of Gainesville, FL.; step-father, Donald L. Bess Sr. of Valdosta, GA.; her twin sister, Sermaine C. Hamilton of Gainesville, FL.; brother, Donald Bess (Ashanta), Dontavious Bess (Kaytra) of Gainesville, FL.; uncles, Danny (Deborah) Sirmans of Valdosta, GA., Gary B. Sirmans of Atlanta, GA., Ricky Sirmans of Valdosta, GA., Ralph Brantley of Bermount, NY.; aunts, Jeanette Evans, Annette (Leroy) Robinson, ofValdosta, GA., Francine (Godfrey) Williams, Tracy Hargrove all of Valdosta, GA.,Tabitha Arnold of Opelika, AL., and Louise Singletary, and Dewayne (Gloria) Brantley of Valdosta, GA.; nieces, Rakiya and Rasheedah Hamilton, Aloni Bess of Gainesville, FL. Zionna and Royalty ofValdosta, GA.; nephews, Raquaan Hamilton of Gainesville, FL., Amere Witherspoon, Donald and Thomas Newsome ofValdosta, GA.; special cousins, Desha Evans (who shares the same birthday), Keyanna Brinkley, Cassandra Hargrove, Latonia Sirmans, and Latasha Green; as well as a host of sorrowing family and friends.
Her life will be celebrated on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 11:00 AM from Charles Knight Cemetery (301-399 North College Street) Lakeland, Georgia. Minister Deborah Sirmans, Officiating.
The family of the late Sername C. Brantley acknowledges, with sincere appreciation, your understanding, your prayers, and all acts of kindness show at this time of bereavement.
Due to the pandemic, the family will not receive friends at the residence for repast. We thank you for your understanding as well as your cooperation during these difficult times.
Final Care and Compassionate Services are being provided with love, care and uncompromising dignity to the family by Harrington Funeral Home Inc.
"And I'll take with me the memories to be my sunshine after the rain. It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday"
I Miss You So Much Auntie
Rest in Peace, Chris. You will missed. Thanks for all rides to concerts, work and the movie theaters. I really appreciated it.
She will truly truly be missed I am so sorry for your loss pam I am praying for you and the family we love ya,POOKEY
I am so lost for words right now, I am going to miss you. Praying for your family strength....love you
Chris I'm lost for words it's seems like I'm dreaming, I really enjoyed working with you Imma miss our talk you will be truly missed. My condolences 💐 to you and your family.....
Our prayers and condolences to the family. Rest well Chris you will be missed. Jasmine Home
My condolences to the family. From a coworker.
To my friend my classmate . My heart is so heavy right now words can not express how I feel right now. In high school u were the funny one always making jokes and full of life. You will be missed but never forgotten.Rest well friend and keep the angels laughing and smiling .
To the family: Although, Sername may not be with you all physically. She will always be with you, spiritually. Don't let this be a moment of mourning. This is a celebration. She no longer has to suffer in this world. We loved her imensely but God needed her more. Hold your head up high and remember, there is an angel watching over you. May peace, love, and light be with you all during this time.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.