Obituaries

Jul 15, 2024

Mr. Nathaniel Smith, Sr. was born October 1, 1948 to the late Jessie Pittman and Maebell Jackson Gilbert. He was born and reared in the Randolph County area of Shellman, Georgia. Later in his early years he resided in Columbus, Georgia, where he established and operated a number of businesses. He worked hard to provide for his family, friends, community...

Jul 5, 2024

A TIME TO BE BORN: Tommie Jean Lee Thomas was born August 9, 1943, in Carnegie, Georgia to the late Rollie and Laura Davis Lee. She shared a nurturing family life with her four sisters who have preceded her in death, Mamie Green, Bertha Mitchell, Mary Edwards, Melva Richardson (Twin).

 A TIME TO PLANT: Professing faith and accepting Jesus Christ as...

May 1, 2024

Melissa Ann Ahmed was born in San Bernardino, California on January 6, 1958. She departed her earthly home on May 1, 2024. She was predeceased by her parents, James and Mabel Ahmed and nephew, Hassan Ahmed. Melissa moved to Elizabeth, NJ at the age of six. She was educated in the Elizabeth Public School System. She received her Christian education...

Apr 27, 2024

Mr. Willie Lee Hightower (77) passed away peacefully on April 27, 2024, with family at his bedside at Fort Gaines Health and Rehabilitation in Fort Gaines, Georgia. Mr. Willie Lee Hightower was born on March 06, 1947, to Mrs. Annie Belle Hightower Peterson and Willie Hightower, who preceded him in death. Mr. Willie Lee Hightower leaves behind a legacy of love...

Apr 17, 2024

James Edward Mock, Sr., affectionally known as “Tom” by the community, was born in Cuthbert, Georgia on December 27, 1935. He was the son of Thomas and Mary Lou Mock. James departed this side of life on April 17, 2024 at his home in Cuthbert. He married the former Francina V. Taylor of West Palm Beach, FL on May 27,...

Apr 6, 2024

Mr. Eddie Gipson, Jr. was born September 11, 1942, to Eddie Gipson, Sr. and Annie L. Gipson-Starling, both preceded him in death. He departed this life on April 6, 2024, at his home. He was preceded in death by Marva Gipson, Minnie L. Pinkard, his sisters Mary A. Johnson, and Annie L. Burks, his brother Issac Gipson, a son Lorenzo...

Apr 2, 2024

Jeremy Robinson, known fondly as "Scrape", bid farewell to this world on April 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. Born on December 20, 1986, in Cuthbert, GA.Jeremy was a dedicated Maintenance Technician who found joy in his work with AT&T and in the construction industry. His family & friends remember him as a hardworking individual with...

Mar 28, 2024

Ms. Ozella Peterson was born August 14, 1940, in Morris Station, Georgia. She was the seventh of eight children born to J.C. and Leila Peterson.  Ozella was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses  early in life, and she dedicated her life to helping others through a systematic study of God’s word. Her love for Jehovah God moved her to pursue...

Mar 21, 2024

Susie Lee Wilson, born Susie Lee Grooms on June 11, 1927, in Randolph County, has peacefully passed away on March 21, 2024, at Joe-Anne Burgin Health Rehabilitation in Cuthbert, GA. She was a cherished member of the community, known for her humble nature and often referred to as the neighborhood grandmother.Susie's life was marked by dedication and service. She was...

Mar 13, 2024

Mary Lee Brown Fairbanks was born February 18, 1944 in Cuthbert, Georgia to the late Deacon Lovette and Mrs. Ruby Turner Brown. She departed this life on, March 13, 2024 at Atrium Navicent, Pine Pointe Hospice, in Macon, Georgia.At an early age she confessed Christ as her Lord and Savior and joined AntiochMissionary Baptist Church, Cuthbert, Georgia. She was an...

Mar 1, 2024

Doris W. Brown, the second oldest of five children was born April 16, 1935 to the late Fess and Lars Wilburn of Cuthbert, GA.Mrs. Doris Wilburn Brown entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Broward General Hospital in Ft. Lauderdale. FL. She leaves to cherish her sweet memory, two sons, Anthony T. Brown of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and...

Feb 27, 2024

Trenton Tramell Vaughn, Jr. was born November 30, 2006 to the parents of Trenton Vaughn, Sr. and Latoyia Daniels. T.J. gained his eternal wings on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at the gentle age of 17, after battling sickle cell and epilepsy. He was preceded in death by his great grandmother, Ester Anderson.T.J. was baptized at and was a member of Hopewell...

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Feb 5, 2024

Eddie Lee Culberth, a beloved and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully at his home in Cuthbert, GA on February 5, 2024. Born on February 10, 1936, Eddie was known for his unwavering dedication to his family, his career, and his community.

Eddie's journey began in Cuthbert, where he was born to Louie Johnson and Charlie Love Culberth. Growing...

Jan 30, 2024

Wilson Price Jr., affectionately known as "Boo" was born January 30, 1945 to the late Mollie and Wilson Price in Cuthbert, Georgia. Wilson transitioned to his heavenly home on January 30, 2024 on his 79th birthday.

Wilson received his education at Shellman High School. At an early age, Wilson confessed to his Lord and Savior and joined Union Hill Baptist Church in...

Dec 9, 2023

Mr. Robert Lee Knighton Jr. was born on June 16, 1950 to the late Jeraline Nelson and the late Robert Lee Knighton, Sr. in Brooksfield, Georgia.

Robert received his education from the Randolph County School System.

On December 9, 2023, Robert transitioned to his eternal home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jeraline Nelson and Robert...

Nov 12, 2023

 

Lillie Mae (Johnson) Fillingame, was the daughter of the late Tula Mae Denson and Levi Johnson. She was born in Shellman, Georgia on November 11, 1928. On November 12, 2023, she transitioned from this earthly life to her eternal home. Lillie Mae received Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of  Virgil Chapel Baptist Church.

She...

Nov 10, 2023

Bobby Cotton was born on February 7, 1971, in Cuthbert, Georgia to the late Jimmie Clyde-Magwood and Steve Martin. He is a 1991 graduate of Randolph-Clay High School.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Jimmie Clyde-Magwood; grandmother, Nellie K Cotton; stepfather, Edward Magwood; three aunts, Virginia Thomas, Willie Mae Jordan, and Verna L Cotton; five uncles, Raymond...

Nov 3, 2023

 

Ronald Brown, a dedicated and accomplished individual, passed away on November 3, 2023, in his hometown of Cuthbert, Georgia. Born on June 9, 1961, in Cuthbert, Ronald was known for his remarkable contributions to various fields throughout his life.

Ronald worked as the Clay County EMS Director, where he served with distinction for an impressive sixteen years. His commitment...