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Ottis  Lee Hickox

Ottis Lee Hickox

Jun 17, 2020

Ottis L.Hickox, won his battle with cancer Wednesday morning at his home in Cleveland, Ga surrounded by loved ones. Mr. Hickox was a proud member of the most decorated active duty Army Special Forces Group, The Green Berets. Living his life in accordance with the Groups motto; "Strength and Honor" and "De Oppresso Liber". Distinguished and decorated for service...

Barbara  Jean Green

Barbara Jean Green

Jun 12, 2020

Mrs. Barbara Jean Green, age 91, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020 at Perfect Care. Mrs. Green was born in Auburn, New York on January30, 1929 to the late Roy and Blanche Doney. Mrs. Green was a member of Victory Worship Center. She was avid card and game player. She loved singing and playing slide guitar. Mrs. Green...

Mary  Elaine Douglas

Mary Elaine Douglas

Jun 11, 2020

Mrs. Mary Elaine Douglas, age 84, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 peacefully at her residence. Mrs. Douglas was born in Lee County on November 02, 1935 to the late Johnie and Elizabeth Tucker. Mrs. Douglas was a member of Montezuma United Methodist Church. She had a servant's heart. She enjoyed taking care of her family. A Graveside...

Joseph Reid

Joseph Reid

Jun 3, 2020

Joseph Wiley "Toby" Reid, Sr., 94 World War II U.S. Army Veteran Joseph Wiley "Toby" Reid, Sr. died peacefully in his sleep on June 3, 2020, at Magnolia Manor in Americus, GA, at 94 years young. He was born on November 18, 1925, in Sumter County, GA. Toby was preceded in death by his wife Alice Bagley Reid of...

Shane Adkinson

Shane Adkinson

May 31, 2020

Shane Adkinson, age 50, of Midland, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Piedmont Columbus Midtown. He was born on May 25, 1970 in Ft. Wayne, IN. Mr. Adkinson was an avid shooter. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. His passion was being a father. Private funeral services will be held at Greg Hancock Funeral Chapel. A Celebration Life memorial...

Sadie  G Hamric

Sadie G Hamric

May 28, 2020

Mrs. Sadie Gunnels Hamric passed away peacefully at Bolingreen Nursing facility in Macon, GA, at the age of 93. Mrs. Gunnels Hamric was born in Richland, GA, Feb 28, 1927 to JD Gunnels and Maudie Mae (Kidd) Gunnels. Mrs. Sadie graduated from Richland High School in 1944. As a child and young lady, she was a member of the...

Cynthia "Cindy" Lynne Miller

Cynthia "Cindy" Lynne Miller

May 27, 2020

Cynthia "Cindy" Miller, age 58, of Preston, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. Cindy was born October 19, 1961 in Bermuda Islands, to the late Charles and Dorothy Avery. Cindy was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Preston. She was a woman of God. She loved her family. She enjoyed fishing and riding horses. She had a...

Jack  Braxton Watkins  Jr

Jack Braxton Watkins Jr

May 22, 2020

Jack Braxton Watkins Jr., age 81, of Americus, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at Magnolia Manor in Buena Vista. He was born on January 16, 1939 in Birmingham, AL. to the late Jack Watkins Sr. and Virginia Watkins. He attended Isabella Baptist Church in Sylvester. Mr. Watkins served in the Navy. He was also a former Auctioneer. A...

Laura  Kathi Elliott

Laura Kathi Elliott

May 20, 2020

Laura Kathleen "Kathi" Elliott, 69, returned to her heavenly home on May 20, 2020 after a valiant battle with cancer. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace. Kathi was born to the late William and Edna Sherman, in Crestview, FL on September 6, 1950. She...

Eva  Mae Rigsby

Eva Mae Rigsby

May 16, 2020

Eva Mae Rigsby, age 92, of Plains, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020 at her residence. Ms. Rigsby was born in Schley County to the late William and Nellie Stewart. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Patricia  Lynn Moore

Patricia Lynn Moore

May 5, 2020

Mrs. Patricia Moore, age 56, of Americus, passed away on Tuesday, May 05, 2020 at her residence. Mrs. Moore was born April 25, 1964 in Thomasville, Georgia, to James Baxter and the late Lottie Baxter. She was dedicated to her family. She was a member of Daughters of American Revolution. She enjoyed cooking for everyone and loved crafting. Her...

James  Dennis Wilkinson

James Dennis Wilkinson

May 4, 2020

Mr. James Dennis Wilkinson, age 78, of Americus, died Monday, May 04, 2020 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Cary  Collins Christian  Sr

Cary Collins Christian Sr

May 2, 2020

Cary Collins Christian Sr., age 76, passed away at his residence in Americus, on Saturday May, 2, 2020 with his son and daughter by his side. Cary was born in Americus, Ga on June 6, 1943 to the parents of Hubert C. and Doris P. Christian who preceded him in death. Cary attended public schools in Americus, as well...

Ida  Frances Smith

Ida Frances Smith

May 1, 2020

Mrs. Ida Frances Smith, age 78, passed away on Friday, May 01, 2020 peacefully at her residence. Mrs. Smith was born in Andalusia, Alabama on December 23, 1941 to the late Egbert and Gladys Smith. Mrs. Smith was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She retired from Sumter Regional Hospital as a coding specialist. She enjoyed shopping, collecting dolls...

Carla Bolton

Carla Bolton

May 1, 2020

Carla Bolton, age 72, of Americus, passed away on Friday, May 01, 2020 at her residence. Ms. Bolton was born August 3, 1947 in St. Augustine, FL. Ms. Bolton loved cooking, watching tv, and crocheting. She was dedicated to her family. Survivors include her partner of 30 years, Calvin Henslee of Americus; six daughters, Melisa(William) Horsley of Plains, Amanda(Hugh)...

Leonard Smith

Leonard Smith

Apr 25, 2020

Leonard Smith, age 62, of Americus, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020. Mr. Smith was born on March 16, 1958 in Sumter County to the late Dan and Betty Smith. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church where he was active in the children's ministry with his puppets. Mr. Smith's family meant everything to him. He loved his...

Eva  Mae Cranford

Eva Mae Cranford

Apr 25, 2020

Mrs. Eva Mae Cranford, age 93, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020. Mrs. Cranford was born in Switzerland County, Indiana on December 12, 1926. Mrs. Cranford was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Mrs. Cranford was a gentle soul. She enjoyed the little things in life like quilting and flowers. She loved...

William  Dean Lucas

William Dean Lucas

Apr 18, 2020

Mr. William Dean "Will" Lucas Will Lucas, age 29, of Oglethorpe, died on Saturday, April 18, 2020. Will was born in Perry GA, June 20, 1990, the son of Jewell Smith Moore and the late Roy Dean Lucas. Will was and avid outdoorsman and enjoyed kayaking, shooting, hiking, and exploring the outdoors. He was also a motor technician and...

Carlton  Dwayne Satterfield

Carlton Dwayne Satterfield

Apr 12, 2020

Early on Easter Sunday morning, April 12, 2020, Carlton Dwayne Satterfield passed away after a brief hospitalization due to sudden illness with Covid-19. He was being treated at Phoebe Putney in Albany. He was 63 years old and had lived his entire life in Americus, GA. He had been a resident of Perfect Care since 2006 following the death...

Marvin Leonard "Sonny" Horne,  Jr.

Marvin Leonard "Sonny" Horne, Jr.

Apr 7, 2020

Marvin Leonard Horne, Junior (Sonny), age 66, passed away peacefully at home on April 7,2020. He was the son of Marvin and Betty Horne and was born in Americus, Georgia on January 23, 1954. No plans for a service are being made at this time. Sonny was raised in Rochelle and Americus, Georgia. He has two sisters, Mrs. Calvin...