Obituaries

Mar 6, 2024

Elder James Ellis, Sr. was born in Marianna, Florida on October 23, 1928.  He was the beloved son of the late  Reverend Joe Bryant and Blanch Willis. Very early in life, Elder Ellis was taught the Word of God and the importance of living a life of integrityand loving kindness.  As a youth, he accepted Christ as his personal...

Mar 1, 2024

Willie Lee Smith, Jr., son of the late Willie Smith, Sr. and Ethel Clark, was born in Moultrie, Georgia on August 5, 1953.

He received his formal education in the public schools of Colquitt County, graduating from Colquitt County High School. During his high school years, having developed a passion for music, he played in the band...

Feb 28, 2024

Ms. Cheryl Smalley departed this life on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.

Feb 28, 2024

Mr. Wardell Edison, Jr. departed this life on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.

Feb 26, 2024

Cleveland Barnes, Jr. was born in Calhoun County, Georgia on October 31, 1958.  He was the son of Jewel B. Barnes and Cleveland Barnes, Sr.  At the age of 5, he moved to Rochester, New York where he was nurtured and cared for under the guiding hand of his aunt.

He received his formal education in the...

Feb 25, 2024

Oharra R. Thomas, III, lovingly known as Reggie, was born in Albany, Georgia on June 1, 2001.  He was the son of Mary Joline Cutler, Donald Louis Cutler II, and Oharra Thomas, Jr.

Reggie spent most of his life in Albany, Georgia and attended school in the Dougherty County School System.  He also resided in Flowood and...

Feb 25, 2024

Ms. Wanda Colmon departed this life on Sunday, February 25, 2024.

Feb 24, 2024

Mr. Thomas Benton Jr. was born June 21, 1945, to the late Thomas Benton Sr. and Carrie Bell Benton.

Thomas received his formal education through the Baker County Public School System.  Thomas continued his education attending the Monroe Area Vocational School, where he majored in bricklaying. Thomas took this training and began what turned out to be...

Feb 24, 2024

Mr. Hubert L. Barnett departed this life on Saturday, February 24, 2024.

Feb 23, 2024

Mr. Russie Lee Batten departed this life on Friday, February 23, 2024.

Feb 21, 2024

Marvin Dickerson was born in Newton, Georgia on February 10, 1949. He was the beloved son of the late Howard Dickerson and Viola White Tift.

He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe High School in 1967. While at Monroe, Marvin was an exceptionally inquisitive and perceptive young...

Feb 21, 2024

Jacquelyn Rozella Brown Howard was born in Albany, Georgia on September 23, 1967. She was the beloved daughter of Queen Esther Brown and the late Jimmie Lee Lyons.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, including Albany High School. Throughout school, Jacquelyn was a very considerate, attentive young lady with a zeal to be of...

Feb 20, 2024

Gregory V. Florence was born in Camilla, Georgia on November 3, 1967.  He was one of twelve children in the union of the late Ernest Florence, Sr. and Lucretia Florence.

He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Mitchell County School System.  Throughout school, Gregory was a very lively, energetic young man who was always...

Feb 20, 2024

Milton Bounts, affectionately known as "Fellow," graced this world on October 18, 1949, in Leary, GA, to the late Sarah Bounts and the late Joe Davis. Fellow's journey was marked by a vibrant spirit, sharp dressing, and an unwavering love for his family. His educational path unfolded within the halls of the Dougherty County School System, while his spiritual...

Feb 20, 2024

Ms. Luceil W. James departed this life on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

Feb 19, 2024

The season of life for Mae Willie Wright began in Newton, Georgia on December 22, 1928.  She was the daughter of the late Jimmie and Pearl Morris.

She received her formal education in the public schools of Baker County.  At an early age, she accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior. Through every season, she remained prayerful...

Feb 18, 2024

The season of life for Larry Hunt began in Sylvester "Red Rock",  Georgia on March 16, 1955. He was the loving son of the late Johnny and Arvella Hunt.

He was educated in the Dougherty County School System, including Dougherty High School.  Throughout  his school years, Larry was a lively, energetic student who was always ready for...

Feb 17, 2024

Kathy Elaine Williams was born Kathy Elain Durham on October 27, 1959, to Icie Lee Durham of Albany, GA. She was raised in a loving family with her grandparents, Ira and Henrietta Durham. Kathy attended Jackson Heights Elementary School, where she found her love for school and learning; a love that would blossom into a passion to teach. With...

Feb 13, 2024

Marguerite Stephens, endearingly called "Cookie," was born in Worth County, Georgia on February 14, 1958.  She was the loving daughter of the late Edmond Stephens and  Mattie Pearl Jones Green.

Growing up in Albany, Georgia, Marguerite was an extremely sweet, empathetic, and happy individual who captured the hearts of everyone around her.  She loved life and fought...

Feb 11, 2024

Gregory Rivers, affectionately known as "Greg," was born in Albany, Georgia on June 26, 1968, to the late Johnnie Rivers, Jr. and Mary Bell Brown Rivers.

He was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Westover High School in 1986.  Throughout his school years, Gregory excelled academically and was actively involved in many school activities.  ...