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Margaret "Susan" Karns

Margaret "Susan" Karns

Apr 6, 2025

Margaret “Susan” Karns, age 73, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and educator.

Born on February 24, 1952, in Van Nuys, California, Susan was the daughter of the late William Franklin and Mary Lou Hampton. She grew up in Warner Robins, Georgia, where she graduated from Northside High School. Furthering her education at...

Esther Marie Ann Stephens

Esther Marie Ann Stephens

Apr 6, 2025

Esther Marie Ann Stephens, 62, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Houston Medical Center. She was born on February 27, 1963, to the late Benjamin Thomas and Harriette Pinford Chambers.

Esther grew up in Byron, where she attended Peach County High School. After her education, she married the love of her life, Marty, and dedicated herself as a loving...

Jimmy Neil Childs

Jimmy Neil Childs

Apr 4, 2025

Jimmy Neil Childs, 89, died on April 4, 2025, in Perry, Georgia, where he had been residing in Summerhill Andrews Terrace.

Jimmy was born June 19, 1935, in Kathleen, Georgia, to the late John S. and Lillian E. Jones Childs. He was the sixth of seven children, and grew up on several farms in the Bonaire area. After graduating from Warner...

Dan O. Brett

Dan O. Brett

Apr 4, 2025

Mr. Dan O. Brett, 57, of Warner Robins, GA, passed away peacefully while holding his wife’s hand.

He was born and raised in Sandersville, GA. The youngest child of Mr. Otis Roundtree Brett and Mrs. Mary Francis Brett (Barfield), he is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Anne Segars (Brett) and his two brothers, Otis Brett and Randy Brett.

Dan...

Beverly "Bev" Lunsford

Beverly "Bev" Lunsford

Apr 4, 2025

Beverly “Bev” Lunsford, 85, entered into rest on Friday, April 4, 2025.

Bev was born on March 21, 1940, in Fort Valley, Georgia, to the late William Morris Thames and Eva Pearl Thames. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Bev cherished every moment spent with her family, creating lasting memories filled with love and laughter.

She found solace in the...

Eleanor "Ellie" Hart Knight

Eleanor "Ellie" Hart Knight

Apr 2, 2025

Eleanor "Ellie" Hart Knight entered into rest on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. She was 24 years old.

Ellie's obituary is currently pending and will updated soon. Please check back.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church of Warner Robins. Ellie will be laid to rest privately.

Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign...

Frances Martine Jones

Frances Martine Jones

Apr 2, 2025

Frances Martine McCommon Jones, 78, entered into rest on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

Frances was born on November 5, 1946, in Clinchfield, Georgia, to the late Norman Otis McCommon, Sr., and Margaret Lee Yaughn McCommon. A dedicated professional, she served as the director of Toys "R" Us in Warner Robins, where she had the honor of opening the former local store....

Josefa Cardenas-Anguiano

Josefa Cardenas-Anguiano

Mar 31, 2025

Josefa Cardenas nacio el 3 de Marzo de 1938. Se fue a descansar el 31 de Marzo de 2025 a la edad de 87 Años. Viuda de Roberto Anguiano.Ama de casa, siempre vivira en Los corasones de sus 12 hijos I 27 nietos, familiares I amistades.amaba las flores,su casa, familia I sobre todo a Dios Que nunca le Perdio La...

Georgia Papcke Zoul

Georgia Papcke Zoul

Mar 30, 2025

Georgia Papcke Zoul, born on May 4, 1945, in Cleveland, OH, to the late Charles and Delores Killey Papcke, passed away on March 30, 2025, at the age of 79.

Raised in Cleveland, she graduated from John Marshall High School and later attended a community college. Throughout her life, she held a variety of roles, including working for a phone company,...

Robert "Robby" Christopher Crook

Robert "Robby" Christopher Crook

Mar 29, 2025

Robert “Robby” Christopher Crook, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 29, 2025, and together with his wife, Erika, they joined Christ in Heaven.

Robby was born on October 20, 1971, in Warner Robins, Georgia. A 1990 graduate of Northside High School, he went on to earn a bachelor's degree in communications from Valdosta State University. With his talent and training,...

Erika Joy Crook

Erika Joy Crook

Mar 29, 2025

Erika Joy Crook, 48, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 29, 2025, and together with her husband, Robby, they joined Christ in Heaven.

Erika was born on September 30, 1976, in Albany, Georgia. A proud graduate of Lee County High School and Georgia Southwestern University, she dedicated her life to caring for others as a registered nurse, specializing in hospice care...

Diana Mary Kelsay

Diana Mary Kelsay

Mar 27, 2025

Diana Mary vonWerssowetz Kelsay passed away peacefully at home with her children by her side on March 27, 2025.

Diana was born on August 28, 1942, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Dr. Arthur J. vonWerssowetz and Dr. Muriel Wilford vonWerssowetz. Diana graduated from Notre Dame High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee in 1960. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Chattanooga...

Edward Jerome Daniel, Sr.

Edward Jerome Daniel, Sr.

Mar 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ed Daniel, a man of wisdom, great strength, and unwavering guidance. On March 27, 2025, Ed went peacefully into the arms of the Lord, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Ed was born at home and grew up in Baker County Georgia and lived all his life in...

Dr. Elizabeth W. Muriuki

Dr. Elizabeth W. Muriuki

Mar 26, 2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Dr. Elizabeth W. Muriuki, a beloved daughter, sister, friend, and dedicated medical professional, on March 26, 2025, at the age of 37.

Elizabeth was born on July 14, 1987, in Nairobi, Kenya, to Dr. Joseph Wahome (deceased) and Agnes Muriuki. She attended middle and high school in Itta Bena, Mississippi, where she excelled...

Lewis Wayne Hise

Lewis Wayne Hise

Mar 26, 2025

Lewis Wayne Hise passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on October 23, 1948, in Haskell, Texas, he was the son of the late Lonnie Lewis Hise and Juanita Payne Jordan. Lewis proudly served his country in United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was trained martial arts.

After his time in the...

Marion Eugene "Gene" Johns

Marion Eugene "Gene" Johns

Mar 26, 2025

Marion Eugene “Gene” Johns, 90, entered into rest on Wednesday, March 27, 2025.

Gene was born on October 4, 1934, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Henry Thomas Johns and Zora Mae Mangum Johns. He grew up in Thomaston, where his family’s roots ran deep. From an early age, Gene embodied the values of dedication, service, and faith—principles that would guide...

Steven Lance Nelson

Steven Lance Nelson

Mar 25, 2025

Steven Lance Nelson, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, and friend, entered into rest on the morning of Tuesday, March 25, 2025. He was 57 years old. Born on November 6, 1967, in Washington, D.C., Steven was the son of Sandra Sessions Nelson and the late Waylon Nelson.

Steven proudly served in the United States Air Force for eight years, earning...

Elizabeth "Beth" Ellyda Heidenreich

Elizabeth "Beth" Ellyda Heidenreich

Mar 24, 2025

Beth Heidenreich passed away peacefully on Monday, 24 March 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born into the wonderful family of Arv and Ag Smith on January 17, 1949. Beth was born and raised in Aberdeen, South Dakota, along with siblings Monty and Mary. Following high school, she attended college and worked as a dental hygienist. Then, on a consequential...

Melba Gassett Horne

Melba Gassett Horne

Mar 24, 2025

Melba Louise Gassett Horne, born on August 9, 1935, in Macon, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at the age of 89. She was the beloved daughter of the late General Forrest Gassett and Ruth Sullivan Gassett.

A proud graduate of Miller High School, Melba spent her life in Macon, Georgia, where she worked for 47 years at Robins...

Emmett Webster Holt

Emmett Webster Holt

Mar 24, 2025

Emmett Webster Holt, 87, entered into rest on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Emmett was born on June 7, 1937, in Newton, Georgia, to the late Jim Holt and Rossie Daniels Holt. After graduating high school, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served as a fire protection specialist. His dedication and expertise led him to a distinguished...

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