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Julia Irene Bennett

Julia Irene Bennett

Mar 22, 2023

Julia Irene Bennett, born on December 23, 1962 in Warner Robins, GA to the late Dessaw and Virginia Bennett, passed away on the morning of Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at the age of 60. She is gone but will never be forgotten.

Growing up, Julia loved learning and excelled in school which afforded her the opportunity to work in Civil Service...

Mary Kennedy Richardson

Mary Kennedy Richardson

Mar 22, 2023

Mary Kennedy Simmons Richardson, a lifelong resident of Macon, Georgia, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. She was born on January 14, 1939, to the late Fred and Josie (Kennedy) Simmons in Macon, Georgia.

Mary K. is survived by her son, William Richardson of Jacksonville, Florida; her niece, Connie Crawford Custer (Scott) of Kathleen, Georgia; great nephew, Greg Custer (Kate...

Wilma Beggs Dixon

Wilma Beggs Dixon

Mar 21, 2023

Wilma Beggs Dixon, 84, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 21, 2023.

Wilma was born on February 8, 1939, in Brunswick, Georgia to the late George and Martha Talley Beggs. Wilma grew up in Warner Robins, Georgia and graduated from Warner Robins High School in 1957. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in English and History from Oglethorpe University...

Douglas Frank Cross

Douglas Frank Cross

Mar 20, 2023

Douglas Frank Cross, 60, returned home to his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, March 20, 2023.

Doug was born on May 25, 1962, in Warner Robins, Georgia to the late Frank and Betty Cross. Doug retired from The Perry Agriculture Center after 30 years of service. He has many many lifelong friends. His heart was his family. He always tried to...

Carrie Blount Kerney

Carrie Blount Kerney

Mar 20, 2023

On the morning of Monday, March 20, 2023, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Carrie Blount Kerney, died peacefully at her residence, at the age of 85.

Carrie was born in Jackson, TN on February 24, 1938 to the late Willie and Mary Donegan Blount. She wed the late Ben Peter Kerney and proudly became a devoted military wife and...

Daniel Wayne Ratledge

Daniel Wayne Ratledge

Mar 20, 2023

Daniel Wayne Ratledge, 63, returned home to the Lord on Monday, March 20, 2023.

Daniel was born on August 31, 1959, in Macon, Georgia. Daniel loved cars, the Atlanta Braves, bluegrass music, singing karaoke, and spending time with his family and friends. He was passionate about veterans and the military. Daniel was best known for having a fantastic sense of humor....

Shirley Ann Lewis

Shirley Ann Lewis

Mar 18, 2023

The Amazing Life of Shirley Ann Lewis 1939-2023

Shirley was the oldest of four children born to Lois and Alvin Rozier in Danville, GA. The intense love she had for her family was also born in that tiny two-bedroom house. Her young life was full of love and laughter but also of hard work and heartbreak. She labored in the cotton...

Iris Ivette Flores-Aquino

Iris Ivette Flores-Aquino

Mar 17, 2023

Querida Iris,

Tantos planes y muchos suenos con tigo siendo parte de nuestra familia. Esperabumos con much ansiedad to ilagada. Lleguste solo a decirnos Hola! No te pudiste quedar, te vamos a extranar con todo nuestro ser. Algo nuevo nos estas ensenando y lo estamos hacceptando. Dios te quiso con el, desde donde quiera que estes te amaremos y llevaremos por...

William  "Pete" Mullens, Jr.

William "Pete" Mullens, Jr.

Mar 17, 2023

William “Pete” Mullens, Jr., 57, of Warner Robins, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Friday, March, 17, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 24, 1965 in a small little town called McComb, Mississippi to William “Pete” Mullens, Sr. and Madelyn Bynum Mullens. Later on in life, a wonderful stepmother walked into Pete’s life; her name was Debra...

Margie Elizabeth Carroll

Margie Elizabeth Carroll

Mar 16, 2023

Margie Elizabeth Carroll, 65, went to her eternal home with Jesus on March 16, 2023.

Margie was born on August 22, 1957, in Fort Belvoir, Virginia to the late Arnold and Catherine Carroll. Margie loved people. She took care of and loved on everyone she knew or met. She was always making sure those she cared about were okay by checking...

Jeanne Lea Mcgough

Jeanne Lea Mcgough

Mar 15, 2023

Jeanne Lea McGough, age 82, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on the morning of Wednesday, March 15, 2023. Jeanne was born on December 10, 1940, in Des Moines, IA, to the late Loren and Francis Ford. She graduated form East High School in 1959.

Jeanne devoted her life to being a full-time wife and homemaker for her...

Christopher Ridley

Christopher Ridley

Mar 15, 2023

Christopher L. Ridley

1 November 1962 – 14 March 2023

Christopher “Chris” Ridley was born in Macon, GA. He was predeceased by his father William Thomas Ridley Sr., mother, Mamie Francine Ridley, brother, William Thomas Ridley Jr, sister, Phyllis Anne Tallion, and nephew, William Thomas Ridley III. He is survived by his nephew, Samuel “Sam” (Brittain) Ridley and his beloved English bulldog,...

Petra Christner

Petra Christner

Mar 15, 2023

On the morning of Wednesday, March 15, 2023, our beloved wife, sister and friend, Petra Christner, passed into the hands of Jesus. She was 64 years old.

Petra was born in Germersheim, Germany on April 3, 1958 and was of the Protestant faith. She was a retired clerical worker for Deutsche Post in Germany and was known for her hard work...

Nelda Jennette

Nelda Jennette

Mar 14, 2023

Nelda Ann Jennette, 84, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

Nelda was born on May 28, 1938, in Haskell, Texas to the late T.W. and Velma Jetton. She loved spending time with family and friends as often as possible. She was considered a “lady who lunched”. She loved shopping, UGA football, walking and traveled to the beach as often...

Patty Louise Porter Martin

Patty Louise Porter Martin

Mar 14, 2023

Surrounded by her loving family, Mrs. Patty Louise Porter Martin, of Macon, GA, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2023, after a lengthy illness. Patty was born to parents John and Carolyn Porter on February 11, 1947 in Shreveport, LA, and grew up in Ruston, LA, where she was a beloved member of Temple Baptist Church. In 1969, Patty graduated...

Jonathan David Lauffer

Jonathan David Lauffer

Mar 14, 2023

Jonathan David Lauffer, 45, entered into rest on March 14, 2023.

David was born on July 19, 1977, in Newport Beach, California. The family then relocated to Denver, Colorado. When David was seven, the family moved to and remained in Warner Robins, Georgia. David graduated from Warner Robins High School and Georgia Southern University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in...

Ernest Higgins

Ernest Higgins

Mar 14, 2023

Retired MSGT Ernest Higgins was born January 16, 1942, in Milltown, Alabama. He joined Hopewell Baptist Church at an early age. He graduated from Five Points High School in Five Points, Alabama. He enlisted in the United States Air Force where he received numerous awards and commendation for his 20 years of honorable service in the military. After retiring, he...

Nancy Lee Scott

Nancy Lee Scott

Mar 14, 2023

Nancy Lee Scott, 80, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Nancy was born on December 23, 1942, in Grovania, Georgia. She spent the bulk of her life living in New York before returning to her birthplace. She loved reading, fashion, and gardening. She loved being around people and was known to be a great debater.

Nancy is survived by...

Kenric Barker

Kenric Barker

Mar 13, 2023

Ken Barker, 62, passed away at home on the afternoon of Monday, March 13, 2023. He was born in Fort Walton Beach, FL on May 4, 1960 to the late Robert T. and Sue Midkiff Barker. Ken loved life and was a frequenter of the Chevron service station at Collins Avenue in Centerville where he loved playing the machines and...

Kathy Lynn Johnson

Kathy Lynn Johnson

Mar 11, 2023

On the morning of Saturday, March 11, 2023, Kathy Lynn Johnson, 61, entered the gates of heaven.

Kathy was born on January 6, 1962, in Phoenix, Arizona to Jearline Williams and the late Wilburn Williams. Growing up in Phoenix, she graduated from Camelback High school in 1980. Kathy married her love, Gerry, in 1981 and they soon began their family. Kathy...

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