Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Warner Robins, GA, Houston County & Surrounding Areas

Shirley Ann Gilliland

Shirley Ann Gilliland

Apr 26, 2026

Shirley Gilliland went to be with her Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of Sunday, April 26, 2026.

Shirley was born on September 26, 1929, to the late Samuel and Lyda Smih of Hoberg, MO, a village three miles from Mt. Vernon, MO. She graduated from school in Mt. Vernon, MO in 1947.

She was married to William T. Gilliland,...

Jilma Campbell

Jilma Campbell

Apr 25, 2026

Jilma Suira Campbell, 80, passed away peacefully at home on April 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy as vibrant and warm as the Panamanian sun.

Born in Chiriqui Province, Panama, Jilma’s life was a beautiful journey of culture and devotion. While working as a travel agent in Panama City, she met James Campbell, a meeting that would begin a 54-year adventure...

Barbara Opal Miller

Barbara Opal Miller

Apr 25, 2026

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Opal Miller, who departed this life peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on the evening of Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the age of 90.

Barbara was born on October 5, 1935, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, to the late Paul Roland Wiggins, Sr. and Pauline Moore...

CMSgt. Cecil P. Gibby, USAF (Ret.)

CMSgt. Cecil P. Gibby, USAF (Ret.)

Apr 24, 2026

CMSgt. Cecil P. Gibby, USAF (Ret.), age 89, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 24, 2026, with his family by his side.

Cecil was born on July 7, 1936, in Thomaston, Georgia, to the late Maybelle and Arthur Gibby. He had a love for God’s Word, with his favorite scripture being, “Acts 2:38.”

Cecil also loved his family endlessly....

Rev. Lowell R. Smith

Rev. Lowell R. Smith

Apr 23, 2026

Lowell Randell Smith, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and faithful servant of God, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and kindness that will not be forgotten.

Lowell was born on June 1, 1940, in Albany, Georgia, to Clifford C Smith Sr. and Amy Virginia Parker Smith. He graduated from Albany High School in 1959 and...

Michael Jon Mercer

Michael Jon Mercer

Apr 22, 2026

Michael Jon Mercer was called home by the Lord on April 22, 2026, at the age of 64, after a long, courageous battle with illness.

Michael was born on October 12, 1961, in Gouverneur, New York. Soon thereafter, he was adopted by Fred and Ruby Mercer. His sister, Marilea, excited to be getting a brother, asked if she could name him....

Billy V. Summers

Billy V. Summers

Apr 22, 2026

Billy Summers passed away on the evening of Wednesday, April 22, 2026. He was 72 years old.

Born and raised in Clarkston, GA, Billy had a lifelong love for classic cars, cheering on his football teams, and making people laugh.

Billy had a personality that was impossible to ignore. He loved to tease, laugh, and would say exactly what was on his...

Gregory Ryan "Greg" Willeby

Gregory Ryan "Greg" Willeby

Apr 22, 2026

Gregory Ryan “Greg” Willeby, 47, of Warner Robins, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Greg was the son of the late Wayne Willeby and Emily Basting. A lifelong resident of Warner Robins, Greg attended Northside High School. He dedicated much of his career to the restaurant industry and worked at several local establishments over the years, including Jimbo’s, and...

Emily Elizabeth Shaffstall

Emily Elizabeth Shaffstall

Apr 20, 2026

Emily Elizabeth Shaffstall, 30, entered into rest on Monday, April 20, 2026.

Born in York, Pennsylvania, Emily was the beloved daughter of Laura Shaffstall and Robert Shaffstall. She worked as a department manager at Buc-ee’s.

Emily truly embraced life fully and joyfully. She had a deep love for reading and was a gifted writer. A devout Disney enthusiast, Emily found magic in...

Kenneth Wayne Savage

Kenneth Wayne Savage

Apr 19, 2026

Kenneth Wayne Savage, 76, entered into eternal rest on April 19, 2026.

Born on March 4, 1950, in Toccoa, Georgia, Kenneth was the son of the late Benjamin “Red” Savage and Margaret Burdette Savage. He graduated from Warner Robins High School in 1969 and went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Army.

Following his military service, Kenneth dedicated...

Kennith Allen Boyd

Kennith Allen Boyd

Apr 17, 2026

Kennith Allen Boyd, born December 14, 1982, in Muncie, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of those who knew him best.

Kennith spent most of his life in Muncie, where he graduated from Heritage Hall (Grace Baptist). He carried with him a deep love for his hometown and the people in it. Known for his passion for food, his loyalty...

Dorothy “Sheila” Woodall Horne

Dorothy “Sheila” Woodall Horne

Apr 17, 2026

Dorothy “Sheila” Woodall Horne, age 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 17, 2026, reuniting with her beloved husband, Larry, in eternal rest. She was born on April 13, 1946, in Milledgeville, Georgia, to the late George Furney Woodall and Doris “Dot” Woodall of Macon, Georgia.

Sheila was a proud graduate of McEvoy High School in Macon, Class of...

Selma Lee Davis

Selma Lee Davis

Apr 17, 2026

Selma Lee Davis was born on April 30, 1952, in Baltimore, Maryland, where she was raised. She graduated from Patapsco High School in Dundalk, Maryland.

As a military wife, Selma worked various factory jobs while her husband was stationed at Andrews Air Force Base. Following his retirement in 1990, they moved to Warner Robins, Georgia. Selma was known for her exceptional...

Robert "Bob" Scott McInnis

Robert "Bob" Scott McInnis

Apr 16, 2026

Robert “Bob” Scott McInnis, a man of unwavering integrity and deep devotion to his family and country, entered into heaven on April 16, 2026.

Bob was born on November 10, 1948, in Mobile, Alabama, to the late Robert Polk and Claudine Brinson McInnis. He spent his early years in Mobile before moving to Warner Robins, Georgia, at the age of 16....

Loretta Grace (Johnson) Stemple

Loretta Grace (Johnson) Stemple

Apr 16, 2026

In the early morning of Thursday, April 16, 2026, Loretta Grace (Johnson) Stemple, 90, went to be with her Lord and Savior.

Loretta was born on September 27, 1935, in Olive Hill, Kentucky, one of seven children, to the late Estill and Angie (Wilson) Johnson.

Growing up on a tobacco farm during the Great Depression, her family did not have much, but...

Robert Kenneth Knowles

Robert Kenneth Knowles

Apr 14, 2026

Robert Kenneth Knowles, a lifelong learner, artist, and devoted family man, passed away leaving behind a legacy of creativity, faith, and love.

Born on January 13, 1953, in Albany, Georgia, Robert was the son of the Mary Snellgrove Knowles and the late Robert Kennley Knowles. From an early age, he developed a deep appreciation for the arts and the world around...

Joel Leander Latimer, III

Joel Leander Latimer, III

Apr 14, 2026

Joel Leander Latimer III, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, pastor, and servant of the Lord, passed away on April 14, 2026, in Macon, Georgia, at the age of 83.

Born on January 17, 1943, in Memphis, Tennessee, Joel lived a life marked by faith, service, and a deep love for family and community. He attended Willingham High School for Boys before...

Jeffrey Lynn Williams

Jeffrey Lynn Williams

Apr 14, 2026

Jeffrey Lynn Williams, 66, entered into rest on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

Born on June 5, 1959, in Macon, Georgia, Jeffrey was the son of the late Richard L. Williams, Sr. and Nelle J. Mulkey Tilghman. He was a graduate of high school and had a love for NASCAR, bowling, cookouts, and, most importantly, spending time with his family and friends.

In...

Robert Anthony Boudas

Robert Anthony Boudas

Apr 13, 2026

Robert Anthony Boudas, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2026. He was born on February 17, 1951, to the late Anthony “Tony” Boudas and Edith Buckley Boudas.

Robert attended Sacred Heart Academy and later Leicester Junior College, where he developed a love for basketball that stayed with him throughout his life. He went on to build a...

Timothy Doyle Thomas

Timothy Doyle Thomas

Apr 13, 2026

Timothy Doyle Thomas, age 54, passed away on April 13, 2026.

Born and raised in Warner Robins, Georgia, Timothy was a proud product of his community and a lifelong supporter of the place that helped shape him. A dedicated and spirited student, he graduated with honors from Northside High School, where his enthusiasm for his alma mater never faded. Timothy was...