Obituaries

Feb 15, 2022

Tonya Danielle Taylor, born in Moultrie, GA on February 7, 1976, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. She was 46 years old. Tonya was a wonderful mother who loved her children deeply. She was also a huge Disney fan and collector of Disney memorabilia. Tonya is survived by her son, Daemon McDaniel (Mariah) of Warner...

Feb 14, 2022

TSgt. David N. Blackwell, USAF (Ret.) was welcomed into Heaven by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, February 14, 2022. He was 70 years old. On June 9, 1951, in Clinton, South Carolina, David was born to the late Clarence Lee and Mary Elaine Floyd Blackwell. He proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam...

Feb 13, 2022

Natalie Thompson Gilmore was born May 21, 1929 in Gulfport, Mississippi, the daughter of Cala Sue Henry Thompson, an accomplished artist, and Robert W. Thompson, Jr., a distinguished attorney who argued several cases before the U.S. Supreme Court. Natalie grew up on the Gulf coast where she enjoyed reading, riding horses, and sailing with her sister, Barbara, in a boat...

Feb 12, 2022

George R. Spooner, Sr. entered into rest on Saturday, February 12, 2022, after fighting a hard battle with a longtime illness. He was the age of 81. Born on September 11, 1940, in Plant City, Florida, Mr. Spooner was the son of the late J.D. Spooner and Julia V. Spooner. At a young age, he moved with his family to...

Feb 12, 2022

John Turner Bradley, beloved husband and father, passed away at the age of 77 on the morning of Saturday, February 12, 2022. John was born in Asheville, North Carolina, to the late Lester Calvin Bradley, Sr. and Mable Aline Bradley. He retired from the United States Air Force with the rank of Master Sergeant after serving for over 25 years....

Feb 11, 2022

Mildred Ruth Curtis Filistin was born on Tuesday, June 14, 1960 at Monroe Regional Hospital in Ocala, Florida to Clint Curtis of Mississippi and Ida Lee Curtis of Ocala. Wanting more for herself, Mildred relocated to Miami, Florida where she met her husband and children’s father, Harold D. Filistin. Mildred was gainfully employed for 32 years at the Miami International...

Feb 11, 2022

On the morning of Friday, February 11, 2022, Thomas William Waugh, 80, joined his Lord and Savior in heaven. Tom was born on June 11, 1941, in Port Elizabeth, South Africa to the late Walter and Ruth Wilkinson Waugh. He attended Saint Andrew’s Preparatory School in Grahamstown, South Africa until returning to Akron, Ohio at the age sixteen. He continued...

Feb 11, 2022

Beloved mother and grandmother Patricia Ann Smith was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, February 11, 2022. She was 83 years old. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Patricia was the daughter of the late Lonnie Arthur Hunter and Mary Lucy Shepard. She was the school secretary for Miller Elementary School for 25 years. If there was one thing Patricia...

Feb 10, 2022

Kathryn Ann Hubbard, 67, entered into rest on Thursday, February 10, 2022. Kathryn was born on November 4, 1954, in Covington, Georgia. An amazing mother and grandmother, she devoted her life to caring for her family. She loved spending time with her family and collecting ladybugs. Kathryn was preceded in death by her father, Theyron Harris, sister, Debbie and sister-in-law,...

Feb 10, 2022

Ms. Barbara Jean Holmes, 78, departed her fruitful life and entered the gates of heaven on Thursday, February 10, 2022. Barbara was born on January 18, 1942, in Warner Robins, Georgia, to the late James Simmons and Sarah Jackson. She dedicated her service as a home health care worker for many years. Barbara loved music and dancing but most enjoyed...

Feb 10, 2022

MSgt. George C. Greenman, USAF (Ret.), 88, of Bonaire, Ga., passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022. George was born on October 9, 1933 in Daytona Beach, Fl. to the late Nettie Mae and Jack Carlton Greenman. He lived all of his younger years in Daytona Beach and graduated from Mainland High School in 1952. After high school, he joined...

Feb 10, 2022

MSgt. Richard “Fig” Newton, USAF (Ret.), 73, passed away at Hazel Colson Hospice House on Thursday, February 10, 2022. The son of the late Evelyn Dorothy Wittchow Newton, Richard was born on May 13, 1948, in Abington, Pennsylvania. Raised in Winter Haven, Florida, he later moved to Pittsfield, Massachusetts, where he graduated from Mount Greylock High School. In June of...

Feb 9, 2022

Daniel Lane “Danny” Self passed into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at the age of 62. A Middle Georgia resident most of his life, Danny was passionate about bringing people to the Lord. He wanted to see those around him trust in Jesus and live a life of worship. He was a longtime...

Feb 9, 2022

Feb 7, 2022

The Family and Friends of Gillian Carter invite all that knew her in great Celebration, of the Lord calling her home on February 7, 2022 in the early hours of the morning right before sunrise in the arms of her husband Chuck. Gillian was a great example of Love and faithfulness to all that knew her, a devoted Christian who...

Feb 6, 2022

Life for Kelcey A’Von Coates began January 14, 1991, when he was born into the lives of his parents, Wanda P. Coates Jackson (Melvin) and Tyrome L. Holiday. He attended the public school system of Houston County. In his younger years he worked at the Deloris Toliver Center and Phillips Arena. Kelcey enjoyed his life and enjoyed having family and...

Feb 6, 2022

Patricia Ann Sowash was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 6, 2022 in Macon. She was 79 years old. A doting mother and grandmother, Patricia was adored by all of those she came in contact with. She made an impact on many, many people. Patricia was a prayer warrior who believed in the power...

Feb 6, 2022

Jean Moring Stephens walked into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, February 6, 2022. She was 82 years old. Born in Atmore, AL on November 3, 1939, Jean was the daughter of the late Ethel Jane and John Clayton Moring, Sr. She retired from Civil Service at Robins Air Force Base and was a...

Feb 5, 2022

John Michael Hall, passed away at his residence on the afternoon of Saturday, February 5, 2022, at the age of 55. He was born to the late John C. and Patricia LaVonne Hall on September 22, 1966 in Castro Valley, California. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving siblings, Joyce Hall, Diane Pisani (David) and John Michael Hall;...

Feb 5, 2022

Terry Sylvester passed away on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at the age of 79. He was born in Sault Ste. Marie, MI on May 4, 1942, the son of the late Fred and Merle Sylvester. A proud U. S. Army Veteran and true patriot, Terry dutifully served his country for the majority of his life. He completed three tours in...