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Josephine Ricarte Freeberg
Jun 15, 2023
In Loving Memory: Josephine Ricarte Freeberg
December 23, 1943 - June 15, 2023
Josephine Ricarte Freeberg, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the age of 79. Her departure has left a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Josephine was born on December 23, 1943, in Iloilo Capiz, Philippines, to...
Kiran Anilkumar Mehta
Jun 14, 2023
Kiran Anilkumar Mehta passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. He is survived by his parents, Anilkumar Ramnikal Mehta and Pratima Anilkumar Mehta; wife, Mary Beth Odom Saldivar, all of Warner Robins, Georgia; brother, Ravi Anilkumar Mehta; sister-in-law, Khushboo Mehta; and niece, Vira Mehta, of Mumbai, India; along with many extended family members and friends.
Many loved Kiran; he never...
Leslie Danielle Batson
Jun 14, 2023
Leslie “Danielle” Batson, 39, entered into rest on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.
Danielle was born on January 3, 1984, in Perry, Georgia to Tracy L. and Barbara Rowland Godfrey. She was lovingly referred to by her dad as “Danni”. Her mom kept her involved in many different activities. She grew up at the local skating rink when her mom was working...
Becky Short
Jun 13, 2023
At the age of 65, Becky Short peacefully passed away at her residence in Warner Robins on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.
Becky was the daughter of the late Charles and Helen Brookshire. She was born on April 26, 1958, in Chinon, France. As an Army dependent, Becky spent most of her childhood in Germany, Alaska, and South Carolina. Becky became an...
Patricia Ann Altman
Jun 12, 2023
Patricia Ann Altman entered into rest on the evening of Thursday, June 12, 2023. She was 73 years old.
Patricia was born in New York, on November 3, 1949. She worked as a bank manager for 40 years before retirement. Patricia then worked as a substitute teacher and at the Olympia Skate Center. She loved reading books and crocheting.
Patricia was preceded...
Captain George Thomas Starr, Usaf (Ret.)
Jun 12, 2023
George Thomas Starr passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 12. He was 85 years old.
George served in the US Air Force for 21 years, and retired in 1978. After his military career, he worked as Vice President & Director of Information Systems with Stuckey’s, as Director of Management Information Systems for Houston Healthcare, and later as Director...
Sarah Nell Varnadore
Jun 10, 2023
Sarah Nell Varnadore, 85, entered into rest on Saturday, June 10, 2023.
Sarah was born on September 29, 1937, in Baxley, Georgia. She was devout in the Baptist faith. She worked for the Houston County Board of Education as a food nutritionist for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed working in her garden, fishing, and cooking for her family.
Sarah...
Nancy Bailey
Jun 10, 2023
Nancy Payne Bailey, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the age of 74. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and cherished memories. Nancy was born on August 2, 1948, in Fort Riley, Kansas, and was raised in Wellsville, Kansas. Throughout her life, she touched the hearts of many through her selfless work caring for children...
Kenneth Earl Onsted
Jun 10, 2023
Kenneth “Ken” Earl Onsted, 90, entered into rest on June 10, 2023.
Ken was born on August 21,1932 in New Philadelphia, Ohio. Mr. Onsted served in the United States Air Force until he retired as a Master Sergeant. After retirement, he continued his career at Robins Air Force Base as an aircraft mechanic. He was an active member at First Presbyterian...
John Erwin Lange
Jun 9, 2023
John Erwin Lange
Warner Robins – John Erwin lange, 79, passed away at his residence on Friday, June 9, 2023.
John Was Born on July 12, 1943, in Lincoln, Nebraska to Erwin and Loree Lange. He spent his childhood near Portland, Oregon and graduated from Oregon State University with a master’s degree in Agricultural Economics. Upon graduation, he spent2 years with the...
Denise Miller
Jun 8, 2023
Denise Lee Miller, 69, entered into rest on Thursday, June 8, 2023.
Denise was born on January 30, 1954, in Vincennes, Indiana to the late Walter and Laverne Thompson. She was a unique woman who was so special to so many. She made many friends and lasting friendships everywhere she went because of her bright personality and great sense of humor....
June Ayres Sims
Jun 8, 2023
June Ayres Sims, 65, entered into rest on Thursday, June 8, 2023.
June was born on April 11, 1958, in Eminence, Kentucky to the late Florian and Shirley Ayres. She dedicated her life to serving our country. She started her career in the Air Force. After her discharge she continued her work at Robins Air Force Base as a program manager,...
Shirley Jeanne Strauss
Jun 7, 2023
Shirley Strauss, a caring wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, died in Georgia on the 7th of June 2023 at the age of eighty.
Shirley was born on January 13, 1943, to parents Bill and Jean Zierold. She completed nursing school in 1963, and later earned her MS in Education from Frostburg State University. After retiring from teaching, she and her husband,...
Robert "Ed" Harper
Jun 7, 2023
Robert “Ed” Harper Sr., 86, entered into rest on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.
Ed was born on January 19, 1937, in Blakely, Georgia. Ed enjoyed life and loved his family. He spent many years working in the furniture business and later, serving as a licensed funeral director and embalmer for several different funeral homes. He took big pride in serving families...
Paul Virgil Talbot
Jun 7, 2023
Paul Virgil Talbot, 71, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.
Paul was born on October 4, 1951, in Columbus, Georgia where he spent his childhood. He attended Jordan Vocational High School. Paul proudly joined the Army in 1986 and served as a small arms artillery and tank repairer and instructor until his retirement in 2006. After his retirement,...
Sherwood "Richard" Klingler
Jun 6, 2023
Sherwood “Richard” Klingler, 80, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Richard was born on January 15, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan. He enjoyed woodworking, drag racing, and time spent with family.
Along with his parents, Richard and Phyllis Klingler; Richard’s daughter, Sherri Scheffer; and brother, Jon Klingler preceded him in death.
His memory will forever be treasured by his beloved...
Loretta Young Brewer
Jun 6, 2023
Loretta Young Brewer, 82, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Loretta was born on February 6, 1941, in Colbert, Georgia, to the late George B. Young and Nadine Young. As a young girl she had a bicycle paper route for the Macon Telegraph and News. She graduated from Warner Robins High School, class of 1959. After graduation, she moved...
Oliver Jackson Mashburn
Jun 6, 2023
Oliver Jackson Mashburn of Bonaire, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at age 85.
Jack was born on February 1, 1938, in Unadilla, Georgia to George Lemuel and Florence Cheatwood Mashburn. In addition to his parents and stepmother, Mary Platt Mashburn, he was preceded in death by his brother, William Ira Mashburn, and first-born son, J. Bryan Mashburn.
Jack attended...
Ssgt. Dennis Michael "Mickey" Powers, Usaf
Jun 6, 2023
Dennis Michael "Mickey" Powers passed away at Houston Medical Center on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Born on January 18, 1950, in Portland, Oregon, Dennis grew up in Port Reading, New Jersey. Everyone that knew and loved him, called him "Mickey." He enjoyed playing football for Woodbridge High School. An outgoing person, Dennis made many, many friends. He loved hunting, but...
Marsha Lowery Twining
Jun 6, 2023
Marsha Lowery Twining, 6 June 2023, Warner Robins, Georgia. Funeral Mass will be said for Marsha Twining on Monday, 12 June 2023 at Sacred Heart Church, 300 S. Davis Drive beginning at 11:00 am (with Fr. Fred Nijem presiding). Visitation with the family will be one-hour prior in the church narthex. Inurnment will be private.
Marsha was born in Dublin, Georgia...
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