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Fannie Simmons

Fannie Simmons

May 26, 2022

Fannie Mae Simmons, daughter of the late John Henry Gaines and Katie Green Gaines, was born November 11, 1941, in Griffin, Georgia.

As she sprouted and grew, she attended the public schools of Tift County.  Throughout school, Fannie was a very perceptive young lady with a zeal for learning and a yearning desire to be of service...

Melvin Butler

Melvin Butler

May 25, 2022

Melvin Butler, son of the late Otha and Nancy Butler., was born in Randolph County, Georgia on October 2, 1959.

He was educated in the Calhoun County and Mitchell County School Systems, graduating from Mitchell County High School in 1977.  Throughout school, Melvin was an exceptionally conscientious student who garnered much from his educational experiences and was...

Barbara Jean Roberts

Barbara Jean Roberts

May 21, 2022

Ms. Barbara Jean Roberts was born in Albany, Georgia on September 5, 1952 to the late Mrs. Henri Mae Hicks-McGill and Mr. Alexander Williams of Albany, Ga. She was united in holy matrimony to Willie Charles Roberts. During this union one child was born.

Barbara confessed her life to Christ at an early age, and she became...

Beatrice Brown Bullock

Beatrice Brown Bullock

May 18, 2022

The journey of life for Beatrice Bullock began in Albany, Georgia on March 22, 1949.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Johnnie Mae Brown and Reverend Jerry Carr.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe High School. Throughout school, she was a very spirited, thoughtful, and attentive young lady who...

Hubert "Kip" Ross, Sr.

Hubert "Kip" Ross, Sr.

May 18, 2022

Hubert Ross was born in Camilla, Georgia on June 19, 1968.  He was the loving son of Rubie Ross and the late Joe L. Ross.

He was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating with honors from Westover High School in 1986.  Throughout school, Hubert was an energetic, enthusiastic young man who took advantage of opportunities...

Johnny Thomas

Johnny Thomas

May 15, 2022

Mr. Johnny Thomas departed this life on Sunday, May 15, 2022.

Willie Lee Stanley

Willie Lee Stanley

May 14, 2022

Willie Lee Stanley, Jr. was born January 24, 1963, in Albany, Georgia.  He was the loving son of the late Willie Stanley and Lillie Comelia Stanley.

He attended the public schools of Dougherty County, graduating from Monroe Comprehensive High School.  While at Monroe, he was active in numerous school functions and events.

During the early...

Lear Gibson Mack

Lear Gibson Mack

May 13, 2022

Life's journey for Lear Robinson Gibson Mack began on July 1, 1946 in Leesburg, Georgia.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Ben Robinson and Bernice Gibson.  She was nurtured and cared for in the loving home of the late Floyd and Lula Bell Robinson.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Lee...

Teresa Denise Alls

Teresa Denise Alls

May 13, 2022

A Time To Be Born: Teresa Denise Alls was born in Albany, Georgia on January 5, 1969, to Patricia Whitehead and the late Johnny B. Wallace. Throughout the early years of her life, she was nurtured and cared for by her mother and loving step-father, Nathaniel Whitehead.

A Time To Learn: A life-long resident of Albany, Teressa...

Sgm Ret Jerome Hutchins

Sgm Ret Jerome Hutchins

May 11, 2022

On June 24, 1959, God blessed Althraus Hutchins, Sr. & Ozell Thornton Hutchins with their 5th child, Jerome Hutchins. Jerome was a quiet, calm, and peaceful child. The attributes that he displayed in his childhood carried over into his adulthood as he became the distinguished, witty, and humble gentleman that many came to know and love.

On...

Jeffrey Bernard Holsey

Jeffrey Bernard Holsey

May 11, 2022

Jeffrey Bernard Holsey Sr. was born in Albany, Georgia on May 16, 1989. He was the beloved son of Fred Holsey Sr. and Sandra Pace Holsey.

He was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe Comprehensive High School in 2007. He continued his education at Albany Technical College and later at Darton College where...

Lucious Bell

Lucious Bell

May 7, 2022

Lucius Bell was born June 7, 1951, to the late Willie and Pearlean Bell.

Lucius, Luc, Unc, Daddy, Cuzzin, Granddaddy, Friend are some of the names he was called. His demise came suddenly on Saturday, May 7, 2022, when he answered to his final call.

He attended the local schools of Dougherty County, graduating from...

Cheryl Binford

Cheryl Binford

May 4, 2022

Cheryl Melinda Brown Binford was born in Millington, Tennessee on July 29, 1959, , Tennessee. She was the first of four children in the union of John M. and Addie B. Brown.

Growing up in a military family, she received her early childhood education in multiple states.  During those years, she was actively involved in the Girl...

Willie Lee Cullen, Jr.

Willie Lee Cullen, Jr.

May 3, 2022

Willie Lee Cullen, Jr. was born in Leary, Georgia on July 25, 1955, to the late Willie C. Cullen, Sr. and Willie Mae Palmer Cullen.

He attended the public schools of Calhoun County, graduating from Calhoun County High School in 1973.  Throughout school, Willie was an energetic, strong-willed young man who was always ready for adventure and...

Martha A. Ledbetter

Martha A. Ledbetter

May 1, 2022

Ms. Martha A. Ledbetter departed this life on Sunday, May 1, 2022.

Emma Lean Sumbry

Emma Lean Sumbry

Apr 30, 2022

A Time To Be Born: Mrs. Emma Lean Sumbry, beloved daughter of the late Marion and Pearlie Bass, was born in Cotton, Alabama on February 28, 1936.  She was the oldest of sixteen children.

A Time To Learn: She received her elementary and secondary education in the Russell County School System.  Throughout school,...

Emite Jackson, Sr.

Emite Jackson, Sr.

Apr 29, 2022

Emite Jackson, Sr. was born May 4, 1931 to Benjamin & Minnie Lee Jackson in Albany Ga. Emite confessed Christ at an early age.

As a child and as an adult Emite enjoyed hobbies such as fishing, hunting, and watching western movies.

In the early 1960's he met his beloved wife and friend, Florence Jackson...

Collette Barnes

Collette Barnes

Apr 29, 2022

The life of Collette Barnes was a special one that leaves us with so many very special memories. She entered this world on February 8, 1959, to the parentage of James Lee Barnes and Adelaide Luke Barnes. She was raised in Albany, Georgia and educated in the Dougherty County School System.

Collette accepted Christ at a young...

Annie Lee Barnes

Annie Lee Barnes

Apr 28, 2022

Annie Lee Barnes, daughter of Annie Laura Hall and Andrew Brantley, was born in Terrell County, Georgia on November 28, 1936.  She was adopted as a baby and raised by her aunt, Susie Mae Mullins.

She received her formal education in the Terrell County School System.  Throughout school, Annie was a thoughtful and considerate young lady with...

Elizabeth S. Mcdowell

Elizabeth S. Mcdowell

Apr 26, 2022

Elizabeth Sheila McDowell was born on May 30, 1964, in St. Petersburg, Florida. She was born to the late Pearlie and Willie Paige (Jimmy Tookes), was preceded in death.

She was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Albany High School.

She was joined in holy matrimony to Gregory McDowell. God blessed them...

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