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Ricky Andricas Jones

Ricky Andricas Jones

Jul 10, 2019

The journey of life for Ricky Andricas Jones began in Albany, Georgia on December 16, 1983.   He was the beloved son of Wilmer Mosley and Renee Jones.

He received his formal education in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Dougherty Comprehensive High School.  While at Dougherty, he was active in numerous school organizations,...

Maggie P. Cowart

Maggie P. Cowart

Jul 9, 2019

The journey of life for Maggie P. Cowart began on May 20, 1924.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Joe Daniels and Willie Lee Jackson Edwards.

Very early in life, Maggie accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior.  Through the years, she continued her walk with the Lord.  She was a dedicated...

Melvin Hightower, Sr.

Melvin Hightower, Sr.

Jul 8, 2019

Mr. Melvin Hightower, Sr. was born September 6, 1938 to the late George Hightower, Sr. and Nola Daniels Hightower in Cuthbert, GA. When he was very young his family moved to Dawson, GA where he received his education.

It is nearly impossible to sum a man's life in a few short paragraphs. The impact...

Josephine Bell Williams

Josephine Bell Williams

Jul 7, 2019

Josephine Bell Williams was born the second daughter of Rosie Lee Bell Gaiters on April 28, 1931, and lived with her parents, Essick and Rosie Lee Gaiters, while attending school in Bronwood Georgia.  In her mid to late teens, she moved to Wildwood, Florida to live with her uncle, Essie Bell and his family.  Later, she moved into...

Aaron Williams, Jr.

Aaron Williams, Jr.

Jul 5, 2019

Aaron Williams, Jr. was born June 22, 1946, in Camilla, Georgia.   He was the beloved son of the late Aaron Williams, Sr. and Mittie C. Williams.

During the early years of his life, he received his formal education in the Mitchell County School System and was active in numerous school activities and functions. ...

Willie Rogers Ward

Willie Rogers Ward

Jul 5, 2019

The season of life for Willie Rogers Ward began in Albany, Georgia on July 22, 1946.  He was the beloved son of the late Richard Ward, Sr. and Josephine Butler Ward.

He received his formal education in the Dougherty County School System, including Monroe High School.

At an early age,...

Gloria Jean George

Gloria Jean George

Jul 4, 2019

Remembering An Angel

On April 12, 1958, God sent an angel to earth.  This beautiful baby girl was born to the late Mae Bell and Wallace George.  They decided to call her Gloria.  Gloria Jean George lived up to her name because she was indeed glorious.

Faithful Servant

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Gary Anderson, Sr.

Gary Anderson, Sr.

Jul 4, 2019

Gary Anderson, Sr. was born in Albany, Georgia on December 10, 1946.  He was the son of the late Tom and Mozzie Lee Anderson.

At an early age, he accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior.

He received his formal education in the public schools of Dougherty County, graduating from...

Rodrick Lekeith Taylor

Rodrick Lekeith Taylor

Jul 2, 2019

Rodrick LeKeith Taylor was born in Albany, Georgia on March 5, 1974.  He was the son of Velma McClary and Robert Edwards.

In his younger years, he attended Coachman Park Elementary School and Southside Middle School.  He then attended Monroe Comprehensive High School before relocating to Cocoa, Florida to live with his Aunt Brownie...

James Walker

James Walker

Jun 30, 2019

James Walker, beloved son of the late Lillie Mae Calhoun and J. C. "Budd" Walker, was born in Albany, Georgia on November 17, 1936.  He was reared and loved affectionately by his late uncle, Henry Jones and his aunt, Alice Jones from the age of two weeks.

He received his formal education in the...

Joseph Mallory

Joseph Mallory

Jun 30, 2019

Joseph Mallory was born in Leary, Georgia on October 29, 1947.  He was the son of the late Dee and Fannie Hardwick Mallory.

He received his formal education in the Dougherty County Public School System, including Monroe High School.  During the early years of his life, he accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior...

Oscar Lee Newton, Jr.

Oscar Lee Newton, Jr.

Jun 29, 2019

Oscar Lee Newton, Jr. was born in Calhoun County, Georgia on May 10, 1953. He was the son of the late Oscar Lee and Susie Mae Newton.

At an early age, Oscar professed his faith and belief in Christ Jesus and united with the Mt. Carmel Freewill Baptist Church in Leary, Georgia.

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Garfield "Pike" Freeman

Garfield "Pike" Freeman

Jun 27, 2019

Garfield "Pike" Freeman was born to Will and Toye Bell Freeman on March 25, 1925 in Newton, Georgia

During the early years of his life, he received his formal education in the Baker County School System.

He was united in holy matrimony to Mattie Eady.  Their union endured through the...

Willie Frank "Mickey" Ware

Willie Frank "Mickey" Ware

Jun 22, 2019

Willie "Mickey" Ware was born on July 4, 1953 in Newton, GA to the late Charlie Ware Sr. and Annie Louise Ware. Willie accepted Christ and was baptized at Greater 2nd Mt. Olive Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Lorenzo Heard. He briefly served on the Usher Board Ministry. Willie was educated in the Dougherty County School...

Logan Samia Crowley

Logan Samia Crowley

Jun 19, 2019

Precious little angel, Logan Samia Crowley, was born shortly after her twin brother on April 4, 2019, in Albany, Georgia. She was the adorable daughter of Bishop Crowley, Sr. and Shanice Anthony.

Logan's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched in some small way understood that the quality of...

Daisy Dean Johnson Robinson

Daisy Dean Johnson Robinson

Jun 14, 2019

Daisy Dean Johnson Robinson , beloved daughter of the late Albert and Emma Lewis, was born in Sasser, Georgia on April 29, 1920.

During the early years of her life, she received her formal education in the Terrell County School System.

She was united in holy matrimony to Frank Robinson. ...

Charlie Will Daniels

Charlie Will Daniels

Jun 11, 2019

Charlie Will Daniels was born in Dawson, Terrell County, Georgia on September 10, 1959.  He was the  son of the late Liza Mae Holmes and Asbury Johnson.

He attended the public schools of Lee County and actively participated in numerous school functions and activities.

He was united in marriage to...

Respent "Buddy" Green, Jr.

Respent "Buddy" Green, Jr.

Jun 10, 2019

Respent "Buddy" Green, Jr. , son of the late Respent Green, Sr. and Bertha Mae Green, was born in Leesburg, Georgia on April 22, 1941.

He was educated in the Dougherty County School System, graduating from Monroe High School in 1961.

Guided by the hand of godly elders, Respent joined...

Lorraine Holmes Maddie

Lorraine Holmes Maddie

Jun 10, 2019

Lorraine Holmes Maddie was born February 27, 1958, in Ashburn, Georgia.  She was the fourth of six children born to the union of the late Deacon Hudson Holmes and the late Odell Walker Holmes.

She was a 1976 graduate of Russell High School in East Point, Georgia.   Lorraine continued her education and received an...

Betty Jo Gilbert

Betty Jo Gilbert

Jun 8, 2019

Betty Jo Gilbert, beloved daughter of the late Turner Gilbert, Jr. and Minnie Lee David Gilbert, was born in Albany, Georgia on May 14, 1961.

She received her formal education in the public schools of Dougherty County, graduating from Monroe High School in the class of 1979.

Having professed her...

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