Rebecca Brooks Nash

Mrs Rebecca "Becky" Nash of Colquitt died Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Phoebe Putney Memorial  Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM at Colquitt Methodist Church with Rev Jean Watson and Rev, Carrie Myers officiating., Visitation will be from 2 to 3 PM at the church. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jarrott Mock, Jason Houston, Mitch Masters, Brooks Barker, Vic Hathorn, Cade Nixon, Tanner Mock, Dr. Brooks Larson, Tanner Baptista, Dakotas Nash, and Travis Kelley.

Rebecca Brooks Nash, lovingly known by many names—Jimbucks, Bec, Speckles, Aunt Becky, Mom, and BecBec—passed away leaving behind a legacy of music, kindness, and deep devotion to family and friends. Rebecca was born on May 18, 1944, in Bainbridge, Georgia, and spent her life sharing joy, laughter, and compassion with everyone she met.

Rebecca graduated from Miller County High School before attending Troy University, where she proudly played her beloved trumpet in the Sound of the South Marching Band. Her spirited playing earned her the memorable nickname “The Squealer,” a title she carried with humor and pride. Her love of music remained a constant throughout her life, and she delighted in sharing that passion with those around her.

She continued her education at Pensacola Junior College, earning her an Associate’s Degree, and later received a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Education from Armstrong State College in Savannah, Georgia. Rebecca dedicated herself to learning and to helping others through her work and service

On May 30, 1971, Rebecca married the love of her life, Russell Nash. Together they built a marriage that spanned 51 years and was filled with commitment, partnership, and enduring love

Rebecca’s greatest joys were her family. She was a proud and devoted mother to her sons, Rusty and Rob, and nothing brought her more happiness than being “BecBec” to her cherished grandchildren, Taylor and Dakota. Her sisters, Angie and Deede, were her lifelong best friends who shared countless memories, laughter, and unwavering support

Becky had a remarkable gift for loving people. She had a special heart for those who were hurting, lonely, or simply in need of a friend. Her compassion, warmth, and willingness to listen made her a source of comfort and encouragement to many.

Rebecca Brooks Nash will be remembered for her joyful spirit, her music, her generous heart, and her unwavering love for her family. Her life touched many, and her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She is preceded in death by her mother Dorothy Gwendolyn Brooks, her father Thomas Irving Brooks, and her husband Russell Louis Nash. She is survived by her children Russell (Jennifer) Thomas Nash, Robert Christopher Nash, Julia (Jeff) Carpenter, and daughters of her heart Gena (Kenny) Kelly, and Robyn  (Justin) Strickland. Her grandchildren, Taylor (Tanner) Baptista, Dakota Nash, Jamison Carpenter, Jared Carpenter, and Dr. Jolie Carpenter, and her sisters Deede (Dr. Barry) Barker and Angie (Micky) Masters, and host of nieces and nephews.