Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Americus, GA 

James Hubert Drumm, Jr.

James Hubert Drumm, Jr.

Jul 22, 2023

James H. Drumm, Jr. "Jimmy", 75, passed away on July 22, 2023 in Americus, GA. He was born on December 19, 1947 to the late James H. Drumm, Sr. and Helen Upshaw Drumm in Atlanta, GA.  Jimmy was a native of Decatur, GA and graduated from Druid hills High School in 1966.He was employed with his father & uncle...

Edward Lee Aycock, Sr.

Edward Lee Aycock, Sr.

Jul 17, 2023

Edward Lee Aycock, Sr., 70, of Loganville, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023 at Piedmont Walton Hospital.  He was born on March 18, 1953 in Americus, GA, and loved fishing, golfing, and spending time with family.  He could usually be found smoking a cigar while listening to Elvis or The Beatles on the way to a Georgia Tech...

Paul Bernard Smith

Paul Bernard Smith

Jul 2, 2023

Paul Bernard Smith, 80, passed away on July 02, 2023 at his home in Smithville, GA surrounded by family. He was born on March 24, 1943 to the late Glen & Geraldine Smith in Ravenna, Ohio. Mr. Smith enjoyed fishing, Painting and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren riding them around in the wagon enjoying the outdoor...

James Steven Kohler

James Steven Kohler

Jun 15, 2023

James Steven Kohler, age 64, passed away Thursday June 15, 2023 in Albany, GA. No arrangements are made at this time.

Bobby Eugene Curlee

Bobby Eugene Curlee

Jun 15, 2023

Bobby Eugene Curlee, 87, passed away on June 15, 2023 in Dothan, AL surrounded by family. He was born on February 18, 1936 to the late Ennis and Merle Curlee. He was a member of Waycross Masonic Lodge #305 and a member of Shriners Hasan Temple in Albany, GA. Mr. Curlee worked for many years and retired from CSX....

Dustin Blane Smith

Dustin Blane Smith

Jun 11, 2023

Dustin Blane Smith, 20, passed away on June 11, 2023 in Preston, GA. He was born on March 19, 2003 to Dana Summerford in Americus, GA. Dustin enjoyed music, fishing and taking trips with friends. He was a very hard-working young man who will be missed.

A Visitation will be held Monday June 19, 2023 at Greg...

Betty Bailey (Hawkes)  Todd

Betty Bailey (Hawkes) Todd

Jun 11, 2023

Betty Bailey Todd, age 91, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at The Oaks Nursing Center in Marshallville, Georgia. Funeral services are planned for Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 2:00 at Leslie City Cemetery with Rev. Tommy Mason and Rev. John Walker officiating. (In case of rain, the service will be held at Leslie United Methodist Church.) The...

Gerald "Jerry" Stephen Stovall

Gerald "Jerry" Stephen Stovall

Jun 7, 2023

Gerald Stephen Stovall, of Americus, Georgia, He was admired by colleagues, friends, relatives, and his church family.  Many refer to him as "Jerry" or "Stovall".

He attended high school in Atlanta, and graduated from North Olmstead High School in Ohio.  He graduated from the University of Georgia law school summa cum laude.  He received a Master of...

Rex Allen Griggs

Rex Allen Griggs

Jun 7, 2023

Rex Griggs, 71, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 26, 1951 to the late James and Evelyn Griggs of Ponce De Leon , FL. He is survived by his wife Connie, Daughter Crystal(Tony) of Gainesville, Son Mark(Hope) of Americus, and Son Matthew(Jeanne) of Americus, Brother Jim(Cheryl) of Augusta, Sister...

Gerald George Torvund,Jr.

Gerald George Torvund,Jr.

Jun 4, 2023

Gerald George Torvund, Jr. ,70, passed away on June 04, 2023, in Americus, GA. No Arrangements have been made at this time.

Charles Randall Mangrum

Charles Randall Mangrum

May 31, 2023

Charles Randall Mangrum, 74, passed away on May 31, 2023, at Phoebe Sumter in Americus, GA. No Arrangements have been made at this time.

Marty Ron Peavy

Marty Ron Peavy

May 31, 2023

Marty Ron Peavy, 57, passed away on May 31, 2023 in Albany, GA. He was born on December 18, 1965 to the late Calvin Eugene Peavy, Sr. and Caralee Turner in Perry, GA. Mr. Peavy was a meat cutter at Rubo's for many years. He enjoyed being with his friends and family.

A Graveside Service will be...

Harry Albert Larsen

Harry Albert Larsen

May 28, 2023

Harry Albert Larsen was born in Americus, Sumter County Georgia on February 3, 1940, and passed away at the Willson Hospice House in Albany, Georgia on May 28, 2023, at the age of 83.

He was the son of the late Elmer and Nona Ruth Deriso Larsen.  He is survived by his wife, Helen Sue Brown Larsen;...

Eric Gordon Simmons

Eric Gordon Simmons

May 12, 2023

Eric Gordon Simmons, 38, passed away on May 12, 2023 in Americus, GA. He was born on April 3,1985 to the late Donna Marie Simmons and Jeff Blow in Panama City, FL. Mr. Simmons was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church, he enjoyed being in nature and he loved to fish.

The family will have a private...

Charles Grady Lee

Charles Grady Lee

May 9, 2023

Charles Grady Lee, 81, passed away on May 9, 2023 in Columbus, GA. He was born on July 18, 1941 to the late Robert Holman Lee and Helen Trammell Lee in Eufaula, AL. He was the owner of Stewart/Webster Printing Company, where he retired. Mr. Lee enjoyed spending time with his family & friends.

A Celebration of...

Donald L Hargis

Donald L Hargis

May 9, 2023

Donald Hargis, age 86, passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at his home in Andersonville, GA. The family will have a private service at a later date.

Greg Hancock Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Marijane (Johnson)  Woodward

Marijane (Johnson) Woodward

May 9, 2023

Marijane Johnson Woodward, 70, passed away on May 9, 2023 at her home in Americus, GA. She was born on September 1, 1952 to the late Buck Johnson and Lila Scoggins Johnson in Americus, GA. Mrs. Woodward graduated from Webster County High School class of 1970. She retired from Redman Manufactured Homes and was the former owner of Plains...

Sandra Jo (Mathews)  Greene

Sandra Jo (Mathews) Greene

May 6, 2023

Sandra Jo Mathews Greene, 76, of Americus, GA, passed away Saturday May 6th, 2023, at Phoebe Putney Medical Center after an extended illness.  Born on February 6th, 1947, in Montgomery, AL, Mrs. Greene was the daughter of late James C. Mathews and Josephine Ballard Mathews.  She was proceeded in death by her husband Randy Greene, brother, Jim Mathews, sister...

Rachel Gail (Willis)  Nolley

Rachel Gail (Willis) Nolley

Apr 23, 2023

Rachel, a beautiful baby girl, bounced into the world February 22,1954. Born to Emma E. Fleming, Rachel was later adopted by Bertha & Otis Wills all of Carlton Madison County, GA.  She attended Southside Elementary/High School in Comer Madison County, GA.  Rachel loved music, reading and her favorite was color purple.  She grew into a bright young woman with...

Amy Michelle (Nelson)  Conner

Amy Michelle (Nelson) Conner

Apr 14, 2023

Amy Nelson Conner

Amy Nelson Conner, age 48, passed away on April 14, 2023, in Americus, GA. She was born in Macon, GA, on March 9, 1975. Amy was a charismatic person who filled every room she walked into with laughter, joy, and a lot of talking. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her....

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