Obituaries

Apr 12, 2025

Tracy Lavaughn McGill, daughter of the late David C. Taylor, Sr. and Mary Louise McGill, was born in Warwick, Georgia on February 26, 1968.

Growing up in Albany, Georgia, she received her formal education in the Dougherty County School System, including Monroe High School. Throughout school, Tracy was a lively, energetic student and a ray of sunshine...

Apr 9, 2025

Verdell Hayes Cook, beloved daughter of the late Richard Jackson and Louella Hayes Butts, was born September 16, 1950, in Albany, Georgia. She was the eldest of seven children.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe High School. Throughout school, Verdell was a very considerate, attentive young...

Apr 9, 2025

On March 31, 2018 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia, a hero was born. One of 4 children, Harmony Grace Overstreet burst on the canvas of time, radiating the lives of her parents, Jamel and Brittney Overstreet. Harmony Grace was only seven years old, but in her short time here, she shined with a light far beyond...

Apr 7, 2025

McKourtney X'Kia Hill beloved daughter of the late Juronica MaShay Hill (Ms CakeLady), was born on January 19, 2001 in Albany, Georgia. She was educated in the Dougherty County public school system and was a graduate of Monroe High School.

McKourtney gave her life to Christ and united with EEI Ministries under the leadership of Dr. Lawrence...

Apr 7, 2025

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Charlie James Peters Sr., who departed this life on April 7, 2025, at the age of 84. Born to Easter Peters and Annie Glover on February 14, 1941, Charlie was a devoted father, a strong and steady presence, and a man whose wisdom, humility, and love touched everyone who had the...

Apr 3, 2025

ANNIE LUDIE LASTER SIMMONS was born on April 27, 1923, in Stewart County, Georgia, to the late Eulus and Essie Williams Laster. She lived to the blessed age of 101 and was 24 days shy of turning 102 years old. She was the eighth of thirteen children born to this union. She was named after her uncle Jacob Wesley...

Apr 2, 2025

Mr. Lester Boatwright departed this life on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

Mar 29, 2025

Mr. Robert J. Span, Jr., affectionately known as "Bobby", departed this life Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Mar 29, 2025

James Edward Couch Jr. was born May 11, 1937, in Albany, Ga to the late

Maggie Davis and James E. Couch, Sr. The oldest of three siblings, James exercised his authority and made it known he was the big brother.

His early years were spent in Arlington, Ga where he attended elementary school. Later the...

Mar 29, 2025

Mr. David W. Whitfield departed this life on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Mar 28, 2025

Patrick Lee Flowers, son of Corine Flowers and the late Eddie Lee Flowers, was born in Albany, Georgia on December 6, 1972.

He received his formal education in the Dougherty County School System, including Monroe Comprehensive High School.  Throughout school, Patrick was a very bright and inquisitive young man who garnered much from his educational and co-curricular...

Mar 26, 2025

Linda Marie Henderson was born in Albany, Georgia on  July 13, 1964.  She was the oldest daughter of the late Walter James Young and Lessie Lee Henderson.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System.  Throughout school, Linda was a very considerate, attentive young lady with a yearning to be of...

Mar 26, 2025

In 1951, God breathed again… and life was born. Lonnie Green was born on February 12, 1951, in Colquitt County, to Annie Louise Ware and Isaac Green. He was proudly raised by his aunts: Gracie King, and Mary Hampton. Green was educated in the Colquitt County School System and successfully moved into the working world.

Lonnie began...

Mar 25, 2025

Mr. Clarence Edwards departed this life on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Mar 24, 2025

Minnie J. Bradley was born September 13, 1944, in Albany, Georgia.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Essie Mae Barrett and Calvin Bradley.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, including Monroe High School.  Throughout school, she was a very  lively, energetic young lady who actively participated in numerous student organizations and school...

Mar 23, 2025

Ms. Johnnie Mae Christian departed this life on Sunday, March 23, 2025.

Mar 23, 2025

Mr. Jerald Bernard Hall (affectionately known as "Bernard," "Manute," "Nute," "Nutebol," and simply, "Hall" to family and close friends) was born in Albany, Georgia August 19, 1969 to the late Helen Louise Redding Hall and the late Bennie Lee Smith at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital here in Albany, Georgia.

Bernard was educated in the Dougherty County School ...

Mar 22, 2025

Mr. Antonio Leon Moses also known as "Bull" departed this life on Saturday, March 22, 2025.

Mar 22, 2025

The season of life for Netra Ann Robinson began on July 29, 1964, in Albany, Georgia.  She was the cherished daughter of the late Promas and Bessie Nichols.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System. From a very young age, Netra displayed an inquisitive mind that never ceased questioning, a...

Mar 17, 2025

Rutha Mae Hammond, beloved daughter of the late Johnnie Mae Davenport and Primus Owens, Sr., was  born December 3, 1955, in Albany, Georgia.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Albany High School.  Throughout her school years, she was a very compassionate young lady with a genuine desire to help others.  She had...