Obituaries

Feb 1, 2023

Kenneth Severin Norberg, age 82, of Smithville, GA passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at his home. He was born in Isanti Co., MN, on April 5, 1940 to the late Andrew Severin Norberg & Anna Oman Norberg. Mr. Norberg retired after 20 years serving in the US Military as a Master Sargent, after his military career he...

Jan 31, 2023

Arthur H. Perry, age 86, of Juliette, GA passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Piedmont Macon Medical Center. He was born in Crisp County on July 26, 1936 to the late Oswald Hugh Perry & Fannie Bell Perry. Mr. Perry enjoyed spending time with his family, watching old westerns, grilling outside and spending time with his cats....

Jan 23, 2023

Evelyn Temples Belcher 11/8/28–1/23/23

Evelyn T. Belcher, age 94, a long-time resident of Americus, GA died peacefully at the home of her daughter Monday.

She was a volunteer at Phoebe Sumter as a pink lady, enjoyed playing bridge, loved traveling, her church and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death...

Jan 21, 2023

Ricardo Pascual, 88, of Americus, passed away January 21, 2023 at his home. The family will have a private service.

Jan 19, 2023

Donald Leroy Abrams, 60, of Ellaville, passed away January 19, 2023 at Phoebe Sumter medical center. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Jan 16, 2023

Joseph R. Clayberger, 64, passed away January 16, 2023 at Phoebe Sumter medical center. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Jan 4, 2023

Cecilia Ann Scott Chambless went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 4th, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born October 2, 1948 to the late Melvin and Anne Scott; and more affectionately known to those that loved her as "Memaw". Memaw was born and raised in Americus, GA where she worked at Sumter Regional Hospital...

Jan 1, 2023

As a lifelong resident of Americus, Gentry lived, attended school and worked in Sumter County. He was the youngest of five children and cherished his extensive family. He was devoted to and proud of his family, especially his son, Jordan. He enjoyed history, notably Viking lore, and genealogy, researching his ancestors and family heritage. He was an avid reader...

Dec 28, 2022

Pamela Farr Hines, age 70, of Leslie, passed away at her home on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. No services are planned at this time.

Dec 22, 2022

Rubye Lee Davis Gatewood, age 93 young, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2022 at her residence in Covington, LA. She was born in Cochran, GA on May 3, 1929. Rubye is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dudley Gatewood; her parents, Joseph Felton "Catfish" Davis and Mary Magdalena Kitchens Davis; stepson, Dudley Gatewood III; brother, Bob Davis;...

Dec 19, 2022

Gone but never to be forgotten. Oscar Thomas Harrell, Jr. 91 of Desoto, Georgia passed on to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday 12/19/2022. Born 06/30/1931 to Oscar Thomas Harrell, Sr. and Eula Forrest Harrell in Plains, Georgia and lived on his farm in Desoto since age 6. Mr. Harrell had many names: The BBQ Man, Papa Thomas,...

Dec 18, 2022

Velma Mae Watson, age 89, of Lakeland, GA passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Berrien Nursing Center in Nashville, GA. She was born in Americus Georgia on June 25, 1933 to the late Rufus Watson and Lorene Todd Watson. She was a member of Rehoboth Baptist Church. Ms. Watson enjoyed golfing, traveling, and she loved her family....

Nov 25, 2022

Timothy Allen Strickland, 58, of Ellaville, Georgia passed away Friday, November 25, 2022.

Timothy loved spending time with his grandchildren and was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and being outdoors. He retired from Wayne Adams & Sons after 37 years of service where he worked hard and provided for his family....

Nov 21, 2022

Theresa Burkhart, age 63, of Americus passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at her residence. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Nov 20, 2022

John William Statham, Jr., age 80, of Americus passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2022, at his home. He was born in Manchester Georgia on December 14, 1941 to the late John William Statham, Sr. and Clidie Statham. Mr. Statham was employed at the Americus Post Office for 30 years. After retiring from the postal service, he was the...

Nov 11, 2022

Carlton Wade Tanner, age 75, of Americus, passed away at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center on Friday, November 11, 2022. No services are planned at this time.

Nov 1, 2022

Samuel Odum, Jr., age 81, of Americus passed away on Tuesday, November 01, 2022, at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center. He was born in Schley County on January 17, 1941 to the late Sammy Odum, Sr. & Alma Lee Odum Truluck. Mr. Odum loved spending time at the beach.

Graveside service will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery...

Oct 28, 2022

Austin "Buddy" Phillips, Jr., age 60, of Americus, passed away on Friday, October 28, 2022 at his residence. Buddy was born in Panama City, FL. to Austin Phillips, Sr. and Faye Taylor on July 27, 1962. He owned and operated the Chevron on Prince St. for many years. Buddy was a member of Life Point Church. Buddy was the...

Oct 28, 2022

Glenda Diane Welch, age 75, of Leesburg passed away on Friday, October 28, 2022, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Diane was born in Dougherty County on May 11, 1947 to the late James L. Cook Jr. & Imogene Cook. She graduated in 1965 from Lee County High School, and was a retired Office Manager from Wayne Feeds. Diane enjoyed...

Oct 19, 2022

Zoe Scarlett Jimenez Martinez, 11 months old, of Americus passed away on Wednesday October 19, 2022, at her residence. She was born November 8, 2021 to Henry De-Leon and Maria Jimenez.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 4:00 pm at Greg Hancock Funeral Chapel with Oscar Rodriguez officiating. Visitation will be held...