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Shirley Johnson Dudzik
Apr 6, 2024
Shirley Johnson Dudzik died peacefully the morning of April 6, 2024, at The Phoenix on Lake Joy Road in Warner Robins, Georgia. She was just a few weeks shy of her 97th birthday.
The eldest of two children born to John Milton and Lula Johnson, Shirley was born in St. Josephs, Missouri on the same day Charles Linbergh began his historic...
Dianna Jean Williams
Apr 5, 2024
During the early afternoon of Friday, April 5, 2024, Dianna Jean Williams, 80, entered into eternal rest.
Dianna was born on August 6, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Denver and Mary Sampson Foor. A descendant of the Lumbee Indian tribe, Dianna had a talent for art, was a natural animal lover and enjoyed riding horses. Strong-willed and independent, Dianna...
Philip Leon Manning
Apr 5, 2024
During the afternoon of Friday, April 5, 2024, Philip Leon Manning, 70, joined his Lord and Savior in heaven.
Phil was born on March 4, 1954, in Middlesboro, Kentucky to the late Leon and Wilma Cowan Manning. Growing up as an Air Force “brat”, Phil lived in Ashville, Ohio; Lincoln, Nevada; and Tucson, Arizona before his final move to Warner...
Wendell Travis Harvey
Apr 4, 2024
Wendell Travis Harvey, 52, passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side after battling a four-year cancer diagnosis on Thursday, April 4, 2024.Travis was born on December 16, 1971, in Vidalia, Georgia. He honorably served his country in the United States Air Force before starting his own automotive finishing company, Auto Artist. He loved the time he...
Robert Douglas Chatham
Apr 4, 2024
Robert Douglas Chatham, 82, entered into rest on Thursday, April 4, 2024.Robert was born on March 14, 1942, in Alabama to the late Woodrow and Gladys Chatham. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy and later went on to work at Robins Air Force, which he enjoyed. An outdoorsman at heart, Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working...
Kendrick Auron Collie Sr.
Apr 3, 2024
In the symphony of life, Kendrick Auron Collie Sr. conducted a harmonious melody filled with joy, purpose, and boundless passion, leaving an everlasting imprint on all who had the privilege of sharing in his vibrant journey. Born on June 1, 1961, on a Thursday, Kendrick's arrival was a jubilant celebration for James (Buster) Collie and Alma Rheba Collie, infusing their...
Al Dehnad
Apr 3, 2024
Al Dehnad, in the comfort of his home, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Al was a 57-year devoted resident of Houston County. Small in stature, he possessed personality and confidence too big for his physicality. A “character” with his signature cap and imposing charm, he did not know a stranger. He loved all things...
Myrtle Butler
Apr 3, 2024
Myrtle Butler, 95, entered into rest on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.Myrtle was born on October 14, 1928, in Rhine, Georgia to the late Stanley and Bessie Reaves Whittington. She grew up in Milan, Georgia where after school, she helped at the family farm. During World War II, she worked on Robins Air Force Base as well as at the Manhattan...
Nancy Lee Hoover
Apr 3, 2024
Nancy Lee Hoover of Warner Robins, passed away at the Houston Medical Center on Tuesday, April 3, 2024. She was 83 years old.
Born on July 30, 1940, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, Nancy was the daughter of the late John and Leona Roberts Shock. She worked as a truck driver for many years until her retirement. Nancy enjoyed gardening and spending time...
Elmo Eugene Cook, Sr.
Apr 3, 2024
Elmo Eugene Cook, Sr., 83, entered into rest on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.Elmo was born May 27, 1940, in Terre Haute, Indiana to the late Elmo and Georgia Cook. A true patriot, Elmo was proud of serving both his country and his local community. He honorably served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam conflict. Upon his military...
Josephine Bryant Lester
Mar 31, 2024
Josephine Bryant Lester, 80, entered into rest on Sunday, March 31, 2024.Josephine was born on December 17, 1943, in Hawkinsville, Georgia to the late Elgin Bryant, Sr. and Alzie Lee Bryant. She was a longtime secretary for Supreme Life Insurance Company in Chicago until her retirement. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking, gardening, and shopping. Her presence will be...
Alvin Washington, Sr.
Mar 28, 2024
A beloved Middle Georgia native, Alvin Washington, Sr. passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the Navicent Medical Center in Macon.Born in Macon, on March 5, 1956, Alvin Washington Sr., was the son of Annie Frances Washington and the late George Washington Sr. He graduated from Northside High School in 1974 and served his country in the Army Reserves....
Connie Mae Greer
Mar 27, 2024
Connie Mae Greer, 82, entered into rest on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.Connie was born on July 17, 1941, in Montpelier, Indiana to the late Clifford and Reva Bedwell. She relocated to Warner Robins in 1953 and went on to work as a contractor for Robins Air Force Base from 1958-2008, at which point she retired. A loving mother and grandmother,...
CMSgt. John Joseph Bennett, Jr., USAF (Ret.)
Mar 24, 2024
On Palm Sunday, 24 March 2024, CMSgt John J. Bennett, Jr., USAF (Ret.), 77 took his final breath.Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was the second child to the late John and Katherine Bennett.Graduated from Baldwin High School, New York in 1965 and joined the US Air Force in January 1966.He notably served 30 years in the Munitions Operations career...
Johnathon Tyler Hanson
Mar 24, 2024
Johnathon Tyler Hanson, 37, entered into rest on Sunday, March 24, 2024.Johnathon was born on August 21, 1986, in Warner Robins, Georgia. A lifelong resident of Warner Robins, Johnathon graduated from Houston County High School in 2004. He went on to become a production operator for Armstrong Industries. When he was younger, Johnathon loved to ride his BMX bike, collect...
Geraldine Phillips Davis
Mar 22, 2024
A Servant’s Life Reflections“Well done my good and faithful servant. . .”Matthew 25:23 ~ Her Beginnings ~
In the splendor of Spring, during the noonday hour on Friday, March 22, 2024, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ in His infinite wisdom, quietly called His beloved daughter, Geraldine Phillips Davis, home to eternal rest. Although a native of Fitzgerald, Georgia, she lived most...
Stephen Bradford Persson
Mar 22, 2024
Stephen Bradford Persson passed away at his residence in Warner Robins on the morning of Friday, March 22, 2024. He was 33 years old. Born on September 20, 1990, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Stephen was the son of Eric and Nancy Persson.
After graduating from high school, Stephen pursued higher education at Valdosta State University, where he became a member...
Bonnie Jean Caudill
Mar 22, 2024
During the afternoon hours of Friday, March 22, 2024, Bonnie Jean Caudill entered the gates of heaven to join her beloved Lord and Savior.
Bonnie was born on August 4, 1928, in Glomawr, Kentucky, to the late Ida Singleton. Growing up in the unincorporated community located in Perry County, she met and married her long-time neighbor and childhood friend, Ray, at...
Mary Magdalene Gainous
Mar 22, 2024
Mary Magdalene Gainous, 89, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, at her residence in Byron. Born on March 29, 1934, Mary was the daughter of the late Royce Bernard McDaniel and Amy Whiddon Vanburnt.
Mary worked as an electrical technician at the Gyro Shop on Robins Air Force Base. She loved her family dearly and enjoyed cooking for them (everyone...
Joshua Morris Etheridge
Mar 20, 2024
Joshua Morris Etheridge, 40, entered into rest on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.Joshua was born on February 2, 1984, in Macon, Georgia to Luke Timothy Etheridge, Sr. and Lizbeth Altman Etheridge. He grew up in Macon, where he attended high school. He went on to become a millwright, which he has done since he was 18. This took him to several...
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