Obituaries

Dec 15, 2023

Bishop Robert Lee Barber, beloved son of the late Robert Lee Barber and Annie Mae Barber, was born in Leesburg, Georgia on June 17, 1950.

He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe High School.  While at Monroe, Solomon  gained valuable technical and industrial skills;  was actively involved...

Dec 13, 2023

Johnny Lee Howard was born in Dawson, Georgia on October 12, 1952.  He was the beloved son of the late Wiley Howard and Ruby Mobley Howard. He received his early childhood and secondary education in the   Terrell County School System and actively participated in various school functions and events. An exceptionally conscientious and persistent individual, John was a career...

Dec 10, 2023

On October 29, 1947, Phenia and John W. Whitsett Sr. introduced their remarkable son to the world, John West Whitsett Jr., who was also known as Junior, Night Rider, Skid Row, Daddy, and Big Man.

John was the eighth child of ten siblings, including six sisters and four brothers. They all called him Junior.  His baby brother...

Dec 8, 2023

Larry Roger Sparks, Sr. was born June 25, 1954.  He was the son of the late Willard and Grace Sparks.

Growing up in Saginaw, Michigan, he received his early childhood and secondary education in the Saginaw Area School District, graduating from University High School. Throughout school, he was a very inquisitive student who garnered much from his...

Dec 7, 2023

Mattie Pearl Harris was born in Opelika, Alabama June 3, 1942. She was the youngest of six children in the union of the late Reverend Warren Calloway and Mattie Sanford Calloway.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Lee County School System, graduating from J. W. Darden High School.

Mattie's spiritual journey...

Dec 7, 2023

Kimberly Vantrecia Porter Jones, affectionately known as "Kim," was born August 11, 1969, in Albany, Georgia.  She was the beloved daughter of Sweetie M. Porter and the late Donald McKinnie.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the public schools of Dougherty County, graduating from Monroe Comprehensive High School in 1987.  Throughout school, she was...

Dec 6, 2023

The season of life for Keyaunte T. Stephens began in Albany, Georgia on September 9,2001. He was the son of Germaine Stephens and Shenika Mobley.

He received his formal education in the public schools of Dougherty County and participated in various school functions and activities.

At a very early age, Keyaunte accepted Christ as his...

Dec 5, 2023

Amber Kinesha Murphy Kiel, beloved daughter of Kimberly Harris Green and Alphonso Murphy, Sr., was born in Albany, Georgia on July 9, 1995.

She received her formal education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Westover High School. Throughout her school years, she excelled academically, was active in numerous student organizations and activities, and she took...

Dec 3, 2023

William Earl Scott, born on December 16, 1949 in Leary, GA, was the oldest child of the late Earl Scott and Ruby Dudley Scott. He was affectionately known as "Bill" and "Dollar Bill".

He was always a good student; he attended Anderson Elementary School and H.T Singleton High School, graduating in 1967 with honors. He was awarded...

Dec 2, 2023

The journey of life for Dexter Wayne Atkins began in Albany, Georgia on November 8, 1967. He was the son of the late Mary Lou and Jimmy Lee Atkins.  Wayne was educated in the Dougherty County School System. Throughout school, he was a lively, strong -willed young man; was actively involved in various student activities and events; and was...

Dec 1, 2023

Eugene Kennon, Jr., son of Ann Stevenson and the late Eugene Kennon, Sr., was born in Albany, Georgia on October 21, 1966.

He received his early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System.  Eugene continued his education at Albany Technical College where he completed both the Truck Driving and Diesel Mechanics programs.  A very...

Nov 30, 2023

Tyler, affectionately known as "BOSSMAN", was the definition of a go-getter. If there was something he wanted, hands down he was going to go get it. He was a very determined young man. Tyler obtained his high school diploma, then went even further to get his CDL with multiple LLC's. He was a well-planned individual.

He had...

Nov 28, 2023

Ms. Annie Delois Hicks, better known as "Lois" departed this life on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

Nov 25, 2023

Ms. Ada Mae Marshall departed this life on Saturday. November 25, 2023.

Nov 23, 2023

Ronnie Lewis, beloved son of Pauline Green and Charles Lewis, was born August 12, 1962, in Albany, Georgia.

In his early years, he attended Aspire Day Center during which time he exhibited incredible growth in social skills, communication, and confidence.

Throughout his time at Aspire, Ronnie was exceptionally joyful, happy, and empathetic which made him...

Nov 22, 2023

A Time to Be Born:   Ray A. Simmons was born in Albany, Georgia on October 24, 1968. He was the beloved son of Raymond Berry and the late Barbara Simmons.

A Time to Learn:   He received his formal education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe Comprehensive High School in 1986.  While at Monroe, he...

Nov 21, 2023

Curtis Lamar Winchester life began on May 28, 1965 in Albany, Georgia. He was the beloved son of Mrs. Emma Jean Winchester and the late, Marvin Winchester. Curtis, received his education in the Dougherty County School System in Albany, Georgia. He graduated from Monroe High School, Class of 1983.

Curtis, started his work career at Transmission Crafters....

Nov 20, 2023

Jerry Dean Gordon was born in Albany, Georgia on March 16, 1968.  She was the daughter of Henrietta Tift Gordon and the late Johnny Gordon.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the public schools of Dougherty County, including Dougherty Comprehensive High School.  Her intense energy and exuberant personality made her a favorite among peers,...

Nov 20, 2023

R ickeia Nichole Jackson was born June 22, 1992, in Albany, Georgia.  She was the daughter of Rick Jackson and the late Teresa Floyd.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Dougherty High School in 2010.  Rickeia continued her education  at Albany Technical College in Criminal Justice.

Nov 19, 2023

Mrs. Earnestine H. Thomas entered this world on August 26, 1941, to the late Mr. Melton Hammond and late Rosie Lee Hammond Smith -Johnson of Albany, Georgia.

Earnestine gave her life to Christ at an early age joining Third Kiokee Missionary Baptist Church. Later moving her membership to New Jerusalem Pentecostal Faith Ministry Incorporated. She attended Carver...