Mildred A. Jernigan

Mildred Jernigan, 81, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025. She was born on May 3,1944, in Brookhaven, Mississippi, and later made her home in Augusta, Georgia. Mildred obeyed Christ at a young age and was a devoted member of D'Antignac Street Church of Christ. 

Mildred worked as a nurse and was known for her courage, kindness, and strong faith. She enjoyed singing, coloring, and spending time with family. She lovingly gave each of her grandchildren a special nickname.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Claude Jernigan; her son, Lawrence “Derrick” Taylor; grandson, Ronald Martin; sisters, Mae O’Day and Janette Johnson; brothers, Robert Richardson and Jessie Richardson; and her parents.

She is survived by friends Lawrence Taylor, Frieda Carn, Anne Jane Logan, and many others; her children: Charles Brown, Sharon Reynolds, Ezra (Spring) Richardson, Anthony (Rachel) Taylor, and Tonya Taylor; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sisters Melissa Richardson and Donnie Richardson; and a host of extended family and friends.

“Well done, good and faithful servant. – Matthew 25:21