Obituaries

Aug 23, 2024

Mr. Rufus Moody departed this life on Friday, August 23, 2024.

Aug 20, 2024

Agnew Jones was born in Albany, Georgia on August 28, 1955. He was the son of Beatrice Jones and the late Roosevelt Hooks. He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System. While in high school, Agnew quickly grasped valuable construction skills and concepts that followed him into adulthood.

Growing up in...

Aug 18, 2024

Rosalind was a wife, mother, sister, grandmother, Aunt and friend. She's a sister to 9 sisters and 2 brothers. She was also a mother to four children, a grandmother to 14 grandchildren and a great grandmother to 2 great grandchildren. Rosalind was married to Maurice Bryant for 33 years of her life. The two enjoyed casual shopping trips, going...

Aug 18, 2024

Ms. Melissa May Law departed this life on  Sunday, August 18, 2024.

Aug 15, 2024

Henry Ark Edwards was born in Worth County, Georgia on May 31.1962.  He was the beloved son of the late Jimmy and Gloria Edwards.

He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Worthy County School System.  During his school years, he was a lively, strong-willed young man who was always ready for adventure and actively...

Aug 12, 2024

Altometer Williams was born in Albany, Georgia on July 12, 1860.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Johnnie D. Gilyard and Willie Bell Strawder Gilyard.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, including Monroe Comprehensive High School. Altometer was an inquisitive and very zealous student who excelled academically and was actively involved in...

Aug 11, 2024

APOSTLE DR.JAMES ALLEN ADAMS was born in Lake Worth, Florida, on September 2, 1947. He was the beloved son of the late Lee Allen Adams and Margaret Hill Adams.

He was educated in the Palm Beach  County School District, graduating from JFK High School in Riviera Beach, Florida. Realizing very early that he had a natural gift...

Aug 10, 2024

Ms. Eboni N. Hood departed this life on Saturday, August 10, 2024.

Aug 10, 2024

Valerie L. Porter-Fleming was born in Albany, Georgia on December 8, 1964.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Freddie Lee Porter, Sr. and Lessie Mae Edwards Porter..

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe Comprehensive High School in 1982.   Valerie valued higher education and viewed...

Aug 10, 2024

Freddie Lee Porter, Jr. was born in Albany, Georgia on October 4, 1961.  He was the beloved son of the late Freddie Lee Porter, Sr. and Lessie Mae Edwards Porter.

He was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe Comprehensive High School.   During his school years, Freddie was a lively, strong-willed young man who...

Aug 9, 2024

Willie D. Laster, Jr., known affectionately by many names—Buddy, Laster, Dad, Deacon, Coach, Granddaddy, and BoBo—peacefully departed this life on August 9, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on February 19, 1935, in Terrell County, Georgia, he was the oldest child of the late Willie D. Laster, Sr. and Amzie Steward Laster. Willie was preceded in death by...

Aug 4, 2024

A Time to Be Born…

Bishop Willie B Young was born on June 30, 1939 to the late Deacon Willie Young, Sr., and the late Mother Sarah Sibley Young.

A Time to Plant…

"Willie B" as he was affectionately known as accepted Christ at an early age under the guidance and leadership of...

Jul 29, 2024

In Loving Memory of George Randolph Albert, a devout follower of Christ, who passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at the age of 78.

He was born on October 14, 1945, in Zachary, Louisiana, to Andrew and Lular Albert. He accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and  was baptized at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Scotlandville,...

Jul 27, 2024

Johnny B. Price, beloved son of Annie R. Clark, was born in Terrell County, Georgia on July 19, 1966.

He received his formal education in the Terrell County School System.  Throughout school, he was a very conscientious student who gained valuable life skills and was actively involved in various student-centered activities and events.

A true...

Jul 26, 2024

A Time to Be Born…

Letina Vette Young Jefferson, affectionately known as "Tina", entered this earthly journey on November 16, 1972 to Bishop Willie B. Young, Jr. & Mother Doristine Williams Young.

A Time to Plant…

The vines of her life were deeply rooted in Dougherty County, GA. The seeds of her Christianity...

Jul 26, 2024

Leroy Joseph Cargyle was born in Lake Harbor, Florida on September 28, 1952.  He was the third of seven children in the union of  the late Joe and Ethel Cargyle.

He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Palm Beach County School System, including Lake Shore High School. Throughout school, Leroy was an exceptionally inquisitive...

Jul 23, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Willie Charles Jones Jr., affectionately known as "Dr. Zeke", a beloved Father, Grandfather, and cherished member of our community.

Willie passed  away peacefully on July 23,2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 26,1943,tothe late Willie Charles Jones Sr. and Lucille Jones, Willie...

Jul 22, 2024

Eric Van Horton, 63, of Albany, Ga was born on Dec 16th, 1960, to the late Mr. William and Mrs. Georgia Horton. On July 22nd, 2024, his journey to life came to an end at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. His brother, Cedric Horton and his niece, Takishka Flemming was by side when he gained his eternal wings.

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Jul 19, 2024

Yolanda Denise Coe-Worthy was born June 25, 1970, in Albany, Georgia.  She was the beloved daughter of Marvin and Betty Coe.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Westover High School.  Throughout school, she was a very  lively, energetic young lady who excelled academically while actively participating in various student organizations.  Her passion,...

Jul 18, 2024

Demarcus D. Lewis lovingly known as "Addon or Flocka" was born on September 16, 1990 in Albany, Georgia to Ms. Patricia Lewis and Mr. Leon Anthony.

On July 18, 2024 Demarcus departed this earthly life. He was preceded in death by his brother, Hakim Lewis.

Loving memories will forever remain in the hearts of his...