Obituaries

Apr 4, 2024

Christine Grier Beal was born in Dawson, Georgia on September 22, 1938. She was the loving daughter of the late John Wesley and Birdie Mae Grier.

She was educated in the Terrell County School System. Christine was an exceptionally talented young lady who developed a passion for cooking and food service during her early school years.

Mar 31, 2024

Shirley Diana Walker was born in Albany, Georgia May 12, 1958.  She was the loving daughter of the late Albert L. Walker and Lillie M. Trowell.

During the early years of her life, she attended the public schools of Dougherty County.  She completed her education at Riley Institute and was awarded a high school diploma. Shirley gained...

Mar 31, 2024

Lizzie Mae Dotson was born in Albany, Georgia on December 16, 1941.  She was the daughter of the late Johnnie and Daisy McNair Dotson.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe High School in 1961.  Lizzie's deep thirst for knowledge stirred her to continue her education at Albany State College where she...

Mar 30, 2024

Retired, US Army Master Sergeant, Thomas L. Watson, Sr. departed this life on Saturday, March 30, 2024.

Mar 29, 2024

Mr. Alfred Lee departed this life on Friday, March 29, 2024.

Mar 28, 2024

ANGELA DENISE BRYANT was born on October 29, 1976, in Albany, Georgia. She was the beloved daughter of Samuel and Shelly Turner and the baby girl of her siblings.

Angela accepted JESUS as her SAVIOR at an early age. She was a member of Zion Grove Baptist Church.

She transcended to her Heavenly Home on...

Mar 27, 2024

Christine Serita McFarland was born in Albany, Georgia on July 16, 1965.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Johnny McFarland, Sr. and the late Bernice McFarland.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Westover High School in 1983.  Throughout her school years, Christine was a perceptive and astute young lady who...

Mar 27, 2024

Eugene was called home to Eternal Rest on March 27, 2024, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia. Although his death was unexpected at that time, his family finds comfort in knowing he lived a life that honored God. To his family and friends, he was affectionately known as Gene. Gene was the second child born to the...

Mar 27, 2024

Ms. Jessica M. Jackson departed this life on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.

Mar 27, 2024

GEORGIA MAE WASHINGTON was born in Lee County, Georgia, on October 11, 1945. She was the beloved daughter of late Reverend Eunice Washington and Katherine Washington Jackson.

She was educated in the Lee County School System, including George Washington Carver High School. Throughout school, Georgia was a considerate, attentive young lady who demonstrated exceptional potential while developing...

Mar 26, 2024

Beloved daughter of Jessica Mendoza.

Granddaughter of Johnny and Vivian Yearby.

Mother of Alaina Shelton.

Sister of Essence Walker, Kennedy Yearby,

William Yearby, Charles Yearby, and Dylan Carter.

Niece of Evangelia Yearby, Marticous Yearby, and Jade Yearby-Mukendi.

Achievements

Royal was a devoted mother and daughter....

Mar 26, 2024

Charmaine Roshondalar Edwards was born February 4, 1980, to James Edwards Sr. and Barbara Ann Edwards of Albany, Georgia. She gave her life to Christ at an early age at Thankful Missionary Baptist Church of Newton, Georgia. She used her voice to give God praise in the youth choir.

Charmaine was educated in the Dougherty County School...

Mar 26, 2024

Henry Mallory, Jr., son of Annie Mallory and the late Henry Mallory, was born in Leary, Georgia on December 5, 1967

He received his formal education in the Calhoun County School System, graduating from H. T. Singleton High School in 1986.  Throughout school, Henry was an energetic young man who gained valuable life skills and actively participated...

Mar 25, 2024

Today we celebrate the homegoing of MARTHA R. JOHNSON, born in Albany, Georgia, on May 2, 1946.

She had been a strong faithful servant, mother and friend. She gained her wings on March 25, 2024.

She was a lifelong member of Mount Mary Primitive Baptist Church in Leary, Georgia. Martha also attended her sister church,...

Mar 22, 2024

Bobby Lee Orange was born in Pompano Beach, Florida on May 20, 1953.

He was educated in the Broward County School System, graduating from Coconut Creek High School in 1971. Throughout school, Bobby was an exceptionally conscientious student who garnered much from his educational experiences and was actively involved in various school activities and events.

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Mar 20, 2024

Ms. Aquilla Thomas departed this life on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Mar 19, 2024

Josephine Butler Ward was born in Albany, Georgia on September 27, 1929. She was the beloved daughter of  the late Mr. Willie Butler and Mrs. Emma Lamar Butler.

She was married to the late Mr. Richard Ward, Sr. She received her formal education in the Dougherty County School System. She was the Matriarch of her family. Her...

Mar 17, 2024

Jerome McRae was born on October 29, 1955 in Belle Glade, FL to the late Clyde McRae and Altamese Arnold. His academic career began in the Palm Beach County School System at Lakeshore Elementary. After relocation in his adolescent years, he would go on to graduate high school from Eastside High in Newark, NJ. Jerome received post-secondary education at...

Mar 16, 2024

A Time to Be Born:  Lorenzo Donell Hampton was born in Daytona Beach, Florida on January 9, 1955.  He was the loving son of Dorothy Hampton Hill and the late Earnest Hill, Sr. A Time to Learn:  He attended Rock Island Elementary School Everglades Middle School, and Dillard High School in Broward County. Throughout his school years, Lorenzo  garnered...

Mar 16, 2024

Joe B. Smith was born in Albany, Georgia on June 24, 1955.  He was the beloved son of the late Gussie Lee Smith. He received his formal education in the Dougherty County School System.  Throughout his school years, Joe was a very enthusiastic, free-spirited student who bravely trod to the beat of his own drum. Early in life, Joe...