Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Warner Robins, GA, Houston County & Surrounding Areas
Charles Edward Newberry, Jr.
Jul 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles Edward Newberry, Jr., of Lizella, Georgia, who departed this life on July 12, 2025, at the age of 62.
Charles was a man who embraced life with a spirit of adventure and joy. He loved to travel, meet new people, and share laughter wherever he went. His vibrant personality,...
Ethel Marie Milligan
Jul 12, 2025
Ethel Marie Vickery Milligan, 86, entered eternal rest on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Born on December 6, 1938, in Savannah, Georgia, Ethel was the daughter of the late George Hamilton Vickery and Eva Doyle Vickery. Energetic, spirited, and always on the move, she approached life with boundless enthusiasm and a deep love for her family. As a devoted wife, mother, grandmother,...
John Thomas Perry, Jr.
Jul 12, 2025
John Thomas Perry, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on July 12, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on January 18, 1956, in Lafayette, Alabama, Tommy was raised in Opelika, where he laid the foundation for a life full of energy, laughter, and generosity.
A proud graduate of Opelika High School, Tommy was a standout athlete, serving...
William "Jack" Howard Raynor
Jul 11, 2025
William "Jack" Howard Raynor, 86, of Bonaire, GA, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025. Born on March 19, 1939, in Erwin, North Carolina, Jack was the beloved son of the late Howard and Myrtle Norris Raynor.
Raised in Erwin, Jack graduated from Erwin High School, where he began working at Roses stocking shelves. That job sparked a lifelong career. After...
Nathan Lee Pope, Sr.
Jul 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Nathan Lee Pope Sr., who entered into eternal rest on July 11, 2025, at the age of 85.
Born on January 20, 1940, in Fitzgerald, Georgia, Nathan was the beloved son of the late Wilson Pope Sr. and Mary Riddle Pope. He was raised in Fitzgerald, where...
James Clark Alliston
Jul 10, 2025
James Clark Alliston, age 63, of Lizella, Georgia, passed away on July 10, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of quiet generosity, sharp wit, and fierce love for his family and friends.
Born in Macon on May 31, 1962, to the late Clark and Brenda Wilcox Alliston, James was proud, loyal, and as strong-willed as they come. He spent much of his...
William Theodore Zeuner, Jr.
Jul 10, 2025
William Theodore Zeuner, Jr., beloved father, grandfather, friend, and community servant, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on March 6, 1934, to the late William and Marie Theresa Bruckman Zeuner and grew up in the heart of the city, which helped shape his enduring spirit and strong character.
After graduating high school, Bill served...
Darrin "D.J." Wayne Root, Jr.
Jul 9, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Darrin Wayne Root, Jr., affectionately known as D.J., who gained his angel wings on July 9, 2025, in Holly Hill, Florida, at the age of 40. D. J. was born on March 23, 1985, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Tammy Lackey and Darrin Root.
D.J. was a beloved son, nephew,...
Effie Allen Cast
Jul 7, 2025
Effie Allen Cast, age 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, in Alexander City, Alabama, surrounded by her family.
Born on May 7, 1932, in Hardwick, Georgia, Effie was a woman of remarkable resilience and grace. She graduated from Peabody High School and was the treasurer of her class. Her dedication and strong work ethic led her to a...
Scotty Olen Hunnicutt
Jul 7, 2025
Scotty Olen Hunnicutt, born August 16, 1971, in Macon, Georgia, to the late Olen and Helen Wylie Hunnicutt, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025. He was 53 years old.
Scotty was a man of deep faith, devoted to his church and actively engaged in growing his relationship with the Lord through his discipleship journey. His love for Christ shone through...
Willie Thomas "Tommy" Epps
Jul 7, 2025
Willie Thomas “Tommy” Epps was welcomed into Heaven on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the age of 86. There to welcome him was his beautiful wife of over 62 years, Joanne, as well as a host of other loving family members and friends.
Born in Macon, Georgia, on October 3, 1938, Tommy was the son of the late Clifford Eugene Epps,...
Sigrid E. Lewis
Jul 7, 2025
Sigrid E. Lewis, 88, entered into rest on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Sigrid was born on September 26, 1936, in Breslau, Germany, to the late William and Elizabeth Wieland. She was raised in Leipzig and, with courage and determination, later defected to West Germany. There, she worked as a butcher until 1958, when fate intervened and she met her sweetheart, Jimmy,...
Charlie Steve Beck
Jul 7, 2025
Charlie “Steve” Beck, 77, entered into rest on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Steve was born on November 6, 1947, in Macon, Georgia. He grew up in Macon and graduated from Dudley Hughes High School in 1968. Shortly after, he was drafted into the United States Army for two years, where he served honorably as a radio operator, with tours in Germany...
Nelda Sue Reese
Jul 6, 2025
Nelda Sue Reese, 83, entered into rest on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
Born on October 26, 1941, in Dunklin County, Missouri, Nelda was the daughter of the late Everet and Mildred Townsend Waltrip. After high school, she married the love of her life, Larry A. Reese, on October 26, 1962, and dedicated herself as a devoted homemaker.
As a proud military spouse,...
MSgt. Robert "Bob" Bellinger Pinckney, USAF (Ret.)
Jul 4, 2025
MSgt. Robert “Bob” Bellinger Pinckney, USAF (Ret.), 82, entered into rest on Friday, July 4, 2025.
Robert was born on December 15, 1942, in Bluffton, South Carolina, to the late William E. Pinckney, Jr. and May Rivers Pinckney. After graduating high school, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he honorably served his country, including a tour in...
Josiah Jrmaine Taylor
Jul 3, 2025
Josiah Jrmaine Taylor was born into the arms of his loving parents, Kylee Rae Groberg and Tyran Jrmaine Taylor, Jr., on July 3, 2025, in Warner Robins, Georgia.
Though his time on earth was brief, Josiah’s life was surrounded by deep love, quiet strength, and the dreams of a family who eagerly awaited his arrival. He is a treasured son, a...
William "Lewis" Chapman
Jul 3, 2025
William “Lewis” Chapman, a beloved father, friend, and faithful servant, entered into eternal rest on July 3, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on May 22, 1932, in Lizella, Georgia, Lewis was the proud son of the late William Pierce and Lilly Gordon Long.
Known to many as a man who could fix anything and build just about everything, Lewis’s...
Myra Jean White
Jul 3, 2025
Our beloved mother, Myra Jean “Jeanne” White passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, July 3, 2025, surrounded by family.
She was born in Union City, Indiana, to Duane and Josephine Wickersham on August 17, 1940. Alongside her husband, Alan, Jeanne owned and operated Landings Golf Course from 1987 to 2005. She also enjoyed reading and traveling.
More than anything, Jeanne’s...
Eldon Loyd Bridges
Jun 30, 2025
Eldon Loyd Bridges, age 97, of Warner Robins, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025. Born on April 12, 1928, in Cayote, Texas, Eldon lived a long and faithful life devoted to his family, church, community and the Lord.
A proud Korean veteran, Eldon was disabled during the Korean Conflict while being shelled by enemy forces. Following his military service,...


