Obituaries

Sep 12, 2026

The life of Earnest Singletary began on June 21, 1970 in Macon, Georgia born to the parents of Vivian Tillman Singletary, the late Albert Singletary Sr. and Earnest Sapp Jr.

Toby, as he was affectionately called, was known to many family and friends by this name. Toby grew up and attended the public schools of Bibb county. He matriculated and graduated...

Aug 30, 2026

The life of Barbara Jeanette Monfort Gray began on December 3, 1936 in Butler Georgia with the late Annie Riley Montfort and the late Charlie Montfort as her parents. She grew up and attended the public schools of Taylor County. At an early age, she joined the Antioch Baptist Church, as the years would roll by she would become more...

Aug 26, 2026

Mr. Ricky Rodtavious Fagan, affectionately known as "Tae" and widely recognized by his self-proclaimed nickname, "Mr. Getem Gone," was born on December 31, 1988, in Upson County, Georgia, to Ricky Fagan and the late Lois Ann Fagan.

On August 26, 2026, Tae departed this life in London, Kentucky, as a result of injuries sustained in a trucking accident. Though his life...

Aug 16, 2026

Jannice Elaine Dugger was born on August 22 19th to the parents of the late Doris Dugger and late Harold Walker.. She grew up as any other girl and attended of public school of Taylor County as see matriculated high she reach graduation.

At an early age joined the Mt. Gillard Baptist Church..  Jannice process a kind, loving, personality. People often...

Aug 10, 2026

A woman of devout faith and unshakeable devotion to God, Christeen began her Christian journey at Little Rock Baptist Church in Arabi, GA. She later served faithfully alongside her husband at Greater Gum Creek Baptist Church, where she worshiped for many years and was affectionately known as the First Lady.



A lifelong learner dedicated to personal growth, Christeen proudly returned to...

Aug 8, 2026

Loraine Collins Lester, a beloved Hawkinsville, Georgia native, was born on March 29, 1962, to the late George and Georgia Mae Collins.

Loraine was raised in Hawkinsville, Georgia, where she attended Pulaski County public schools.

At an carly age, Loraine attended New Mount Mariah Church. Later in life, she attended the Church of God by Faith in Warner Robins, Georgia. Her faith...

Aug 3, 2026

To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.

Ecclesiastes 3:1 Cecilia, affectionately known as "Cecil," was born May 8, 1937, in Reynolds, Georgia to the late Liner Ingram and Bertha Ross Ingram. She was the eleventh of twelve children born into this family. Hers was a life of fun, faithfulness, and genuine concern, especially...

Jul 20, 2026

Pastor Josie Pearl Snipes Beck was born on May 9, 1932 in Butler, Ga. to the parents Felix Snipes, Sr. and Lillie Mae Turner Snipes. She grew up and attended the public schools of Taylor County. 

Josie was born into a strong hardworking family who was not a stranger to good work ethics. Josie was born into to family of historical...

Jun 6, 2026

Adrain “Punkin” Turner, a beacon of joy and laughter, left this world on June 6, 2026, at BrightMoore Hospice in Macon, Georgia. Born on February 13, 1969, in Reynolds, Georgia, Adrain’s life was a vivid tapestry of love, resilience, and the purest spirit of family.

From the beginning, Adrain embraced life with a fullness that inspired all who knew him. Despite...

May 19, 2026

Marshall Cliff McCrary was born December 10, 1943 in Butler, Georgia, to Edna Carter and Fred McCrary. Affectionately known as Cliff, he grew up in Taylor County, where he learned the value of hard work and determination at an early age.

In 1961, Cliff moved to Detroit, where he built a life, raised a family, and established his career. He married...

May 5, 2026

Apr 26, 2026

Dudley Alvin Gray affectionately known as “Alvin” he passed away on April 26, 2026 leaving behind a beautiful legacy of quiet strength, kindness and unforgettable memories. He was reared in the Forest Park community of Georgia. Alvin built deep roots and lasting connections early in life. He loved and dominated the sport of Basketball. His exceptional height gave him the...

Feb 26, 2026

Lola Bell Russell, began her divine journey on November 20, 1934. She was brought into this world by her loving and hard-working parents the late John and Marie Threats of Butler Georgia. Lola was the second youngest of seven siblings who proceeded her in death Richard Threats, John Threats, James Threats, Boggie Threats, Ida Mae Gray, Gensey Threats. Lola received...

Feb 23, 2026

JoAnn Howard was born in Roberta, Georgia to the parents of the late Annie Louise Tennyson Howard and the late Albert Howard. She grew up and attended the public schools of Crawford County. She graduated with the class of 1971 from Crawford County High School.  Joann grew up in a Christian home that nurtured her to be a loving and...

Feb 16, 2026

Bobby Jean Turner was born April 6, 1951, in Reynolds, Georgia to the late Otis and Katie Lee Turner in Reynolds, Georgia. He was raised with love, strength and unceasing support. While their absence was felt, he often spoke of them with warmth and gratitude, holding close the lessons and love they shared.

Whether it was his infectious laughter, his caring...

Feb 10, 2026

The life of Birda Mae Biddle Dugger was born on December 29, 1953 in Garden Valley, Georgia to the parents of late S. T. Carson and the late Hattie Maude Biddle Montfort. She grew up and attended the public schools of Taylor County. She graduated from the Taylor County Girls High School in 1972. Birda grew into an into an...

Jan 13, 2026

The Life of Stephen D. Bunkley

Stephen Dedrick Bunkley was born December 20, 1971, to the beautiful union of Mr. James and Anita Bunkley in Atlanta, Georgia. He was baptized at a young age at the Ben Hill Christian Church were he remained a member. Steve was a cherished son, brother, father, uncle, teacher, master barber, comedian, storyteller, dancer (YEEK!), musician,...

Jan 3, 2026

Lester B. Johnson was born in Reynolds, Georgia to the parents of Dessie Mae Johnson and Robert Lee Mathis, Sr. He grew up and attended the public schools of Taylor County. As a young man he worked as all other young men did at the time fostering a future life of success.

It was during adolescence he learned of Christ love...

Jan 3, 2026

Life began for Mary Helen Cross March 3 1944 in Ellaville Georgia with the late Bertha Mae Kirtsey and the late John Dewey kirtsey as her parents. She grew up an attended the public schools of Schely county., 

Mary was an industrious woman who was focused on any task that was at hand. She was a hard worker and a builder of...

Dec 19, 2025

The life of Anna Rean Knolton began on January 12, 1937 in Reynolds, Ga. With Florence Colbert Knolton and Doc Knolton as her parents. Anna grew up and attended the public Schools of Taylor County. Anna Rean was like many children in her day she laughed, played and was adored by her family. She was brought up in a faith...