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James Releford
Jan 22, 2026
A loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, James Releford, 88, entered eternal rest on the morning of Wednesday, January 22, 2026.
A beloved native of Middle Georgia, James was born on May 24, 1937, in Perry, Georgia, to the late James Cornelius Releford and Evelyn Tharpe Releford. He was raised in Perry, where he proudly played football and graduated from...
Herman Smith
Jan 21, 2026
I am the resurrection and life. He that believeth in me through he were dead, yet shall he live again. John 11:25
On January 21, 2026, God called our beloved Herman from labor to reward. He was born August 15, 1962 to the late William Brown Smith, Sr. and Ruby Lee Smith in Perry, Georgia.
He received his education from Houston County...
Audwin Scott Williams
Jan 19, 2026
Audwin Scott Williams, age 68, passed away on January 19, 2026. He was born on March 9, 1957, in Okinawa, Japan, to the late Freddy Williams and Suzanne Titus Williams.
As the child of a military family, Scott experienced life across the globe and the United States, living in Germany, New York, Indiana, and North Carolina. He attended Maconaquah High School...
Sandra Jean Tallant
Jan 18, 2026
Sandra Jean Tallant, 70, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Sandra was born on May 4, 1955, in San Antonio, Texas, to the late Donald and Anna Schreiber. She was a devoted wife, mother and Mema, roles that brought her the greatest joy in life. Her husband Larry Tallant was the love of her life, she often said they were...
Alfred Levone Shepard
Jan 18, 2026
Alfred Levone Shepard was born on October 20, 1935, in Lanett, Alabama, to the late Jim and Linnie Thompson Shepard, and was the youngest of five brothers and sisters. He was raised in Thomaston, Georgia, where he developed the strong work ethic, patriotism, and hands-on skills that defined his life. Alfred entered into eternal rest on January 18, 2026.
He attended...
Rudy Arocha
Jan 17, 2026
Rudy Arocha, 73, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Rudy was born on November 12, 1952, in San Antonio, Texas, to the late Climaco and Frances Arocha.
He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four years before beginning a long and dedicated career in civil service at Kelly Air Force Base in Texas and Robins Air...
Raymond "Butch" Zirkle
Jan 17, 2026
On the morning of Saturday, January 17, 2026, our beloved father and grandfather, Raymond “Butch” Zirkle, went to be with the Lord. He was 77 years old.
Butch was born on December 2, 1948, in Pomeroy, Ohio, to the late Paul Henry and Norma Louise (Lippi) Zirkle. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four years...
Donald Hanson
Jan 14, 2026
Donald Ray Hanson, 85, passed away peacefully at his home on January 14, 2026, surrounded by his family. Donald was born on July 24, 1940, in Thomaston, GA.
Donald was raised in a small mill village called Silvertown which later became the modern day Thomaston. He attended school in Thomaston, GA where he met his childhood sweetheart and wife of 65...
Robert "Bob" Keith Rader
Jan 13, 2026
Robert “Bob” Keith Rader entered into rest on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the age of 75.
Born on August 6, 1950, in Cumberland, Maryland, Bob was the beloved son of the late Glenville Keith Rader and Charlotte Brotherton Ginniman Rader. After graduating from high school, Bob proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1971 until 1973. During...
Maria Williams
Jan 12, 2026
Maria Williams, age 88, passed away on January 12, 2026.
Maria was born on August 2, 1937, in El Paso, Texas, to the late Juan Baulbuena and Ramona Queredo.
A devoted Catholic, Maria raised her family in the Catholic faith and lived her life guided by compassion, generosity and service to others. She was known for her warm and giving spirit, always...
Donald Raymond Fox
Jan 12, 2026
Donald was born on July 22, 1937, in Charleston, Missouri, to the late Henry and Christine Fox. After graduating from high school, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, beginning a life of dedicated service to his country. During his military career, he served in the Vietnam War.
Following his honorable military service, Donald continued his commitment to the...
Hildred Avis Chesley
Jan 12, 2026
Hildred Tate Chesley, 92, passed away on January 12, 2026 in Perry, Georgia.
She was born in Exeter, Maine on November 25, 1933 to the late Harvard and Marguerite (Batchelder) Tate.
She grew up in East Corinth, Maine where she graduated from East Corinth Academy as Valedictorian in 1952. She attended Husson Business College in Bangor, Maine and later received an Associate...
TSgt. David E. Jacobs, Sr. USAF (Ret.)
Jan 11, 2026
TSgt. David E. Jacobs, Sr., USAF (Ret.), passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Born on May 14, 1940, in Acworth, Georgia, David was the son of Grady and Clara “Ruth” Jacobs. After graduating from high school, David proudly entered military service, joining the United States Army in June of 1957.
In 1972, David transferred to the United States Air Force, where...
John Hilton Harris, Jr.
Jan 11, 2026
John Hilton Harris, age 71, peacefully passed away on January 11, 2026.
John was born on December 10, 1954, in Frankfurt, Kentucky. He graduated from Warner Robins High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army, including service during the Vietnam War.
John was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was immensely proud of his children and...
Melissa Jean McDaniel
Jan 11, 2026
Melissa Jean McDaniel, 53, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Melissa was born on July 1, 1972, in Tecumseh, Michigan to the late Larry and Ruby Palmer.
She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother whose life was centered around her family.
Melissa was married to her beloved husband Jeff McDaniel for 37 years, sharing a lifetime of love, partnership,...
Mark Sellers
Jan 11, 2026
Mark Sellers, age 65 went to be with the lord on January 11, 2026. Mark was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved the outdoors and spending time with his family and friends. Mark was known for always lending a helping hand to anyone in need.
He was preceded in death by his parents Hubert and Carolynn Sellers; and sister, Martha-Ann...
Petra Horne
Jan 10, 2026
Petra Horne, 68, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Petra was born in Darmstadt, Germany, to the late Werner and Helga Eckert. She carried her roots with pride and built a life centered on love, family, and generosity.
Petra had a deep love for cooking and gardening, finding joy in caring for others and nurturing everything around her. She...
Roberta Ravold Barr
Jan 9, 2026
Roberta Ravold Barr, 75, joined her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in Heaven on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Born in New York City, New York, on November 15, 1950, Roberta was the daughter of the late Henry Walter Ravold and Barbara Schwarz Ravold. She was raised on Long Island, New York, and graduated from Central Islip High School in 1968.
Roberta pursued...
Filemon Cendejas Barbosa
Jan 9, 2026
Filemon was born on December 10, 1957, in Mitad de Noria, Penjamo, Guanajuato, Mexico, to Juana Barboza and Canderlario Cendejas. He was the second eldest of eight children. As a child, he helped support his family by herding livestock on his father’s land. He immigrated to the United States several times for work before finally settling in Naples, Florida, in...
Gary Keith Varnadoe
Jan 8, 2026
Gary Keith Varnadoe, a quiet and hardworking man, passed away on January 8, 2026, at the age of 63.
Gary was born on September 19, 1962, in Hazlehurst, Georgia, to James and Betty Williams Varnadoe, whom he loved dearly—especially his mother. He was raised in Warner Robins, Georgia, where he attended and graduated from Northside High School in 1980.
After high school,...
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