Obituaries

Jul 6, 2024

Robert Wright, beloved son of the late Arthur Wright and Cennie Bell Thornton, was born in Worth County, Georgia on March 15, 1946.

He received his formal education in the Worth County School System. "Curly Top," as he was fondly called, had a passion for learning and gained valuable industrial skills that aided him in his future...

Jul 4, 2024

Melvin Singgate Walls, Sr began his earthly journey on June 10, 1959 to the late Clyde Mack Walls and Rubey Hazel Walls. His childhood education matriculation would lead him through the corridors of Doughtery Middle & High School where he would successfully graduate.

Vidal Sasson said, "The only place where success comes before work is in the...

Jul 3, 2024

Precious little angel, Royalti Marie Crawford, was born in Albany, Georgia on May 15, 2024.  She was the beloved daughter of Gladys Crawford and Furman Crawford, Jr.

Royalti's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched in some small way understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in...

Jun 28, 2024

Ronald Earl Isaac, son of the late Roy Carl Logan and Shirley Ann Isaac-Dillon, was born in McComb, Mississippi on July 5, 1968.

Growing up in Albany, Georgia, he received his formal education in the Dougherty County School System. He completed his high school graduation requirements at Turner Job Corp. A life-long learner, Ronald continued his education...

Jun 27, 2024

Ms. Gwendolyn D. Morris departed this life on Thursday, June 27, 2024.  Gwendolyn Diane Morris was born in Albany, Georgia on August 11, 1962. She was the loving daughter of the late Rosa Thomas and Robert Bunts.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Albany High School in 1980. She continued her education...

Jun 22, 2024

Tyria Tayana James was born in Albany, Georgia on February 5, 1991.  She was the beloved daughter of Darrel Joy and Natasha Sherman.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Albany High School in 2010.  Throughout school, Tyria was a considerate, attentive young lady with a yearning to...

Jun 22, 2024

Jayceon Devonne Pierce, precious son of Unique Gaines and Enrico Pierce, Sr., came into this world on June 19, 2024.

Although his time with us was brief, Jayceon experienced many seeing our — happy and memorable moments with our family faces, holding his mommy and daddy's fingers, being held and fed by his brothers. His gentle smile...

Jun 20, 2024

Samuel Riggins was born in Albany, Georgia on November 17, 1947.

He was the beloved son of the late Reverend Seth Riggins, Sr. and Gussie Crafton Riggins.

He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System, including Monroe High School.

Throughout his school years, Samuel was an exceptionally...

Jun 16, 2024

Ms. Heidi M. Roberts departed this life on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

No arrangements have been made at this time.

Jun 16, 2024

April 22, 1931, God gifted this Earth with Alice Faye Idlett Bryant.  Affectionately known as "Moma Alice," she was the second born of Frank and Zora Idlett of Edison, Georgia. She and her eight siblings were raised on values of love, discipline and Christian faith.  During her early life, Alice developed a remarkable work ethic through her childhood responsibilities...

Jun 14, 2024

Mr. Bennie L. Toye, Sr. departed this life on Friday, June 14, 2024.

Jun 14, 2024

Mr. Thomas Mitchell, Sr. departed this life on Friday, June 14, 2024.

Jun 14, 2024

Ruby Winchester, daughter of the late Jimmy and Effie Winchester, was born in Albany, Georgia on November 28, 1943.

She received her formal education in the Dougherty County School System.  Throughout school, she was a lively, energetic student who gained much from her educational experiences and was a ray of sunshine to teachers, peers, and close friends....

Jun 14, 2024

Mr. Rolf Stranger-Thorsen departed this life on Friday, June 14, 2024.

No arrangements have been made at this time.

Jun 11, 2024

Ms. Annie Arnold departed this life on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

Jun 10, 2024

Mr. Tony Lamar Hicks was born November 29, 1966 to Mrs. Carol Hicks-Lewis and the late Mr. John Sibley. Tony committed his life to Christ at an early age, and later became a member of the Victorious Life Church of Albany, Georgia. He was educated in the Dougherty County Public School System and attended Monroe High School.

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Jun 8, 2024

Mr. Michael Albritton departed this life on Saturday, June 8, 2024.

Jun 7, 2024

Sharon D. McAfee Emiarata was born in Albany, Georgia on April 9, 1953.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Frank McAfee and Ardella B. McAfee.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe High School.  Throughout school, she was a very considerate, energetic young lady who gained much from her educational  ...

Jun 6, 2024

It is with sadness that the family of Ellison Monroe (Sonny) Williamson, Jr, shares that he lost a long, hard-fought battle with cancer on June 6, 2024 at the age of 74.

Sonny, born November 11, 1949, was the son of EM Williamson, Sr and Dorothy Wood Cannon Williamson.

Sonny graduated from Albany High School...

Jun 4, 2024

Mother Carrie Laster Moore was born in Sylvester, Georgia on July 15, 1925, to the late Will and Amanda Laster.  She was the eleventh of thirteen children.

She received her primary and secondary education in the Worth County School System. Throughout school, she demonstrated  exceptional potential while developing a deep passion, genuine care, concern, and calling to...