Obituaries

Aug 11, 2020

Clementine Benton Bell, daughter of the late Aaron and Tessie   Benton, was born December 10, 1952, in Eldorendo, Georgia.

She was educated in the Decatur County School System, graduating from Hutto High School in 1970. Hailing from a family that valued higher education, she continued her quest for knowledge at Monroe Area Technical School, earning a diploma...

Aug 10, 2020

Precious little angel, Tra'Siyah Tamarr' Brown Shealy, came into this world and returned to her Heavenly Father on August 10, 2020.

Even though she never spent time here on earth, she has left a beautiful footprint in her parents' lives that will never be forgotten.  Heaven's gain was our loss, but we know we will see her...

Aug 9, 2020

Perry Lee Singletary, son of the late Elizabeth Allen and Willie John Allen, was born April 7, 1957, in Albany, Georgia.

He received his formal education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe Comprehensive High School in 1975.  While at Monroe, he was actively involved in numerous student organizations and activities  Perry was an athlete...

Aug 9, 2020

Sammy Dion Hawkins, son of Theresa Hawkins, was born December 14, 1988, in Albany, Georgia.

He attended the public schools of Dougherty County, including Dougherty Comprehensive High School.  He completed the requirements for graduation at the Southwest Georgia Institute of Education.

He was united in marriage to his soul mate, Vanessa.  They shared a bond...

Aug 8, 2020

Ms. Annie Lee Taylor, 66, departed this life Saturday, August 8, 2020.

Aug 7, 2020

Bertha Louise King Thorpe was born in Arlington, Georgia on October 2, 1931.   She was the beloved daughter of the late Mr. Saul King, Sr. and Mrs. Annie Lou Washington King. She was married to the late Mr. George Thorpe, Jr.

She received her formal education in the Calhoun County School System. She was a 1948 graduate...

Aug 6, 2020

Cristoval Abrigo, son of the late Cruz and Isabela Abrigo, was born May 22, 1958 in Texas.  He departed this life on August 6, 2020, at his residence.

He is survived by his wife, Maria Abrigo; his daughter, Andrea Abrigo; four siblings, Raul Abrigo, Maria Teresa Abrigo, Pedro Abrigo, and Margarito Abrigo.  He is also survived by...

Aug 5, 2020

Mr. Charlie C. Williams departed this life Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia.

Aug 4, 2020

Ms. Alzada Cooley departed this life Tuesday, August 4, 2020 in Perry Georgia.

Aug 1, 2020

The journey of life for Verdell Hart Walker began in Clay County, Georgia on May 13, 1941.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Katie P. Barbary and the late Odell Hart.

During the early years of her life, she received her formal education in the Clay County School System.  Throughout her school years, she was...

Jul 30, 2020

A Time to Be Born: Ecclesiastes 3:2… Eddie Winbush was the first child born to the late John Winbush and Cora Adams on June 19, 1945 in Terrell County.

A Time to Cherish: 1 Corinthians 7:3… In 1968 he united in Holy Matrimony to Helen Johnson Winbush. To this union two children were born. Edwana Collier and...

Jul 30, 2020

Arlie Mae Maples Mango, beloved daughter of the late Almeta Burnes Maple and Surprise Maple, was born in Mitchell County, Georgia on August 20, 1939.

She received her formal education in the public schools of Mitchell County.  At an early age, she accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior and united with the Pleasant View Missionary Baptist...

Jul 30, 2020

A Time to Be Born: Ebony Tameka Wilson was born in Albany, Georgia on October 29, 1982.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Reatha Roberts and the late Freddie Wilson.

A Time to Learn: She attended the public schools of Dougherty County, including Dougherty Comprehensive High School.  Throughout her school years,...

Jul 28, 2020

The journey of life for Nathaniel C. Gaiter, Jr. began on May 26, 1936, in Key West, Florida.  He was the fourth child born to the late Nathaniel C. Gaiter, Sr. and Ruth Bosfield Gaiter.

He received his early childhood and middle school education in the Madison County School System.  After relocating to Miami (Coconut Grove), Florida...

Jul 27, 2020

Mrs. Verneida Eva Killingsworth departed this life Monday, July 27, 2020 at her home in Albany, Georgia.

Jul 27, 2020

D eloris Ann Thomas was predeceased by her parents and beloved husband, Joseph Thomas.  Loving memories will forever remain in the hearts of her children, Curtis (Vernice) Thomas, Calvin (Barbara) Thomas, Kenneth (Queen) Thomas, Joann (Charles) Thomas, Felicia (Terry) Hicks, Gayla Thomas, and Norma (Charles) McGill; and her grandchildren, Maurice Barnes, Curtis Thomas, Jr., Santori Lemon, Calvin Thomas, Jr.,...

Jul 24, 2020

George Dixon, son of the late Ezell Hal, Sr. and Eva Mae Nelson, was born September 14, 1935, in Dublin, Georgia.

During his formative years, he was educated in the Laurens County School System.

George moved to Albany, Georgia in early adult life and later relocated to Atlanta, Georgia where he began his professional career. ...

Jul 24, 2020

Mary C. Fisher-Bowens was born Aril 24, 1947, in Arlington, Georgia .  She was the beloved daughter of the late ST and Emma B. Fisher.

She received her formal education in the Dougherty County School System and actively participated in various school events and activities.  At a young age, she accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior...

Jul 22, 2020

Saquanya Lashunta Lewis-Baker was born in Albany, Georgia on July 1, 1973.  She was the beloved daughter of Van Washington and the late Mary Homer Lewis.

In her formative years, she was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Westover High School in 1992.  Saquanya valued education and took advantage of the opportunity to  learn...

Jul 17, 2020

Jessie Mae Williams was born in Lee County, Georgia on July 2, 1947, to the late Martha and Emmitt Davis, Sr.

She received her formal education in the Lee County School System and was active in various organizations, activities, and events.

A loving and strong woman of faith, Jessie Mae was a hard worker whose...