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John Michel Klukas
Sep 7, 2025
John Michel Klukas, 63, entered into rest on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
John was born on May 1, 1962, in Tennessee. After graduating from Hendersonville High School, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he honorably served from 1984 to 2007, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant. Throughout his distinguished career, he was recognized with numerous ribbons, medals,...
Brandin Chance Bowden
Sep 7, 2025
Chance Bowden, born on January 31, 1997, passed away leaving behind a legacy of joy, love, and unwavering spirit. A native of Houston County, Chance graduated from Houston County High School in 2019.
From an early age, Chance courageously faced the challenges of Cornelia de Lange syndrome. Despite the obstacles, he met life with an open heart and a contagious smile....
Eddie Lee Hicks
Sep 6, 2025
Eddie Lee Hicks embarked on his life’s journey on March 9, 1958, in Union Springs, Alabama to the Late Dale Hicks, Sr. and Mrs. Mozell Posey Hicks. Eddie’s early years were filled with warmth, laughter, and a benevolent spirit that would shape the person he would become.
Eddie was educated in the public school system of Bullock County. He was a...
Gerald Lawrence Spangenburg
Sep 6, 2025
Gerald Lawrence Spangenburg, 83, of Byron, Georgia, passed away on September 6, 2025. Born on August 9, 1942, in Binghamton, New York, Gerald lived a life marked by service, patriotism, and deep devotion to his family and faith.
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force and a Vietnam War veteran, Gerald continued his dedication to public service as a...
Genethal Renne Kilgore “Auntie Shoop” Kendrick
Sep 6, 2025
On October 5,1973, in Atlanta, Georgia, a precious gift entered the world through the lives of the late Ruling Elder William H. Kilgore, Sr. and Lady Janell Barnwell Kilgore. They named their daughter Genethal Renne Kilgore, affectionately known as “Auntie Shoop.”
Educated in the DeKalb County public schools, she accepted Christ at a young age. As a youth, she sang with...
Mark J. Boerio
Sep 6, 2025
Mark Boerio, 67, of Austintown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025. Born on March 15, 1958, in Austintown, Mark was a proud graduate of the 1976 class at Austintown Fitch High School. A lifelong car enthusiast, Mark’s love for racing began in childhood and stayed with him throughout his life. He was an avid NASCAR fan, with a...
Joyce P. West
Sep 6, 2025
Joyce Lavern West, 82, entered into rest on September 6, 2025. Born on July 25, 1943, Joyce was born in Baxley, Georgia prior to moving to Warner Robins, where she was 1961 graduate of Warner Robins High School. During her youth, she was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority, took piano lessons, and delighted in performing at recitals,...
Jamar D. Thomas
Sep 5, 2025
Jamar D. Thomas peacefully transitioned on Friday, September 5, 2025, at Atrium Navicent Health Center in Macon, Georgia. Jamar D. Thomas was born on September 22, 1973, to the late Geneva Lawrence Morris and late General Thomas. He was born in California, later moved to Alabama with his mother and resided in Warner Robins, Georgia until his death. Jamar’s faith...
MaryAnn Dorine "Dori" McGalliard
Sep 4, 2025
MaryAnn Dorine McGalliard, lovingly known to everyone as ‘Dori,’ was born on July 13, 2022, in Warner Robins, Georgia. In just a few short years, she brought immeasurable joy, laughter, and love into the lives of all who knew her. On September 4, 2025, Dori went home to be with the Lord, leaving behind memories that will forever shine as...
Aaron White-Touchet
Sep 3, 2025
Aaron White-Touchet entered into rest on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
He loved going on adventures and his life was one big adventure. Being around Aaron meant there was never a dull moment, and it was exciting. Always going somewhere and doing something, he had the brightest ideas and a plan for everything. Having Aaron on your side meant having a friend...
Jeannette "Jean" Williams Kitchens
Sep 3, 2025
Jeannette “Jean” Williams Kitchens, 72, of Americus, Georgia, passed peacefully into eternal rest on September 3, 2025. She was born on May 20, 1953, in Americus to the late Edward and Ruth Boatner Williams.
After graduating from high school, Jean pursued her passion for beauty and style, earning her associate’s degree in cosmetology. For 20 years she worked as a dedicated...
Maxine Mullins Hopper
Sep 3, 2025
Maxine Mullins Hopper, 82, entered into eternal rest on the morning of Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 26, 1943, Maxine was the daughter of the late O.M. Mullins and Merle Ashworth Mullins. She grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where she graduated from Chattanooga High School. A gifted musician, she was a proud member of the marching...
Ramanlal Rambhai Patel
Sep 2, 2025
Ramanlal Rambhai Patel, 85, entered into rest on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home.
For friends unable to attend at this time, the service will be streamed live at https://www.youtube.com/@McCulloughFuneralHome via the McCullough Funeral Home’s YouTube page.
Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online...
Nick Strickland, Jr.
Sep 1, 2025
On Monday, September 1, 2025, Nick Strickland, Jr. passed away at Pine Pointe Hospice in Macon, Georgia.
Throughout his 92 wonderful years, he was a steady light to all that knew him. He leaves behind a family who will continue his legacy with love: his devoted wife, Sylvia; daughters Elaine Watson (Tim) and Elizabeth Hatton; grandchildren Kayla Watson, Kassie Watson (Chris),...
Joseph Donald Ruhs
Sep 1, 2025
Joseph Donald “Don” Ruhs-originally from Louisville, Kentucky, passed away Monday, September 1st, 2025 near his son’s Bonaire, Georgia home. 18 months earlier, he was moved from Ft. Worth, Texas.
Don was born on September 6, 1935, to Clarence Ruhs and Helen (Meisner) Ruhs Lee. He grew up using his hands: manipulating tools, machining steel, playing acoustic guitar, voting, and leading. After...
Renee Harris Chambers
Sep 1, 2025
Renee Harris Chambers, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter, passed away on September 1, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on March 13, 1965, in Milledgeville, Georgia, Renee lived a life marked by creativity, curiosity, and compassion for those around her.
Known to many as the “neighborhood momma,” Renee had an open heart and open door, always ready to provide...
James "Jimmy" H. Borders, Sr.
Aug 31, 2025
James “Jimmy” H. Borders, Sr, born on January 14, 1949, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, after bravely battling years of heart disease. He will be remembered as a dedicated Christian family man with a remarkable work ethic, along with many talents. He was predeceased by his parents, George Hill Borders and Juanita Davis Borders, as well as his...
Floy "Noni" Hester
Aug 28, 2025
A centenarian who lived a life full of unconditional love with a generous heart, Floy “Noni” Hester, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025. She was 101 years old.
Born and raised in Bath, South Carolina, Noni was the daughter of the late Lewis and Mercie Cushman Green. She graduated in 1941 from Langley-Bath-Clearwater High School as one of just ten...
Frank W. Freeman
Aug 26, 2025
Frank W. Freeman, 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Frank was born on September 29, 1933, in Toombs County to the late Willie and Ann Dowd. Frank was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Hawkins Freeman, adoptive father, Emory Freeman, and sister, Wynell Sharp.
Frank proudly served in both in the Army National Guard and as...
Shirley Lynn Oliver
Aug 26, 2025
Shirley Lynn Oliver, 78, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
Born on September 29, 1946, in Eastman, Georgia, Shirley was the beloved daughter of the late Reverend John E. Cannon and Elizabeth Rose Register Cannon. After graduating high school, she briefly worked as a civilian at Robins Air Force Base before devoting herself fully to her family...
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