Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

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

Georgia Papcke Zoul

Georgia Papcke Zoul

Mar 30, 2025

Georgia Papcke Zoul, born on May 4, 1945, in Cleveland, OH, to the late Charles and Delores Killey Papcke, passed away on March 30, 2025, at the age of 79.

Raised in Cleveland, she graduated from John Marshall High School and later attended a community college. Throughout her life, she held a variety of roles, including working for a phone company,...

Ryan & Rylee Jones-Wynn

Ryan & Rylee Jones-Wynn

Mar 29, 2025

We are here in Baby Heaven. God took us by the hand. Wrapped us in His love, gently led to His land. We will always be your babies, our hearts, joined by love. Now perfect little angels, we’re watching from above. We are a part of you through brief the time we shared. Take comfort, be healed, we’re safe in...

Robert "Robby" Christopher Crook

Robert "Robby" Christopher Crook

Mar 29, 2025

Robert “Robby” Christopher Crook, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 29, 2025, and together with his wife, Erika, they joined Christ in Heaven.

Robby was born on October 20, 1971, in Warner Robins, Georgia. A 1990 graduate of Northside High School, he went on to earn a bachelor's degree in communications from Valdosta State University. With his talent and training,...

Erika Joy Crook

Erika Joy Crook

Mar 29, 2025

Erika Joy Crook, 48, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 29, 2025, and together with her husband, Robby, they joined Christ in Heaven.

Erika was born on September 30, 1976, in Albany, Georgia. A proud graduate of Lee County High School and Georgia Southwestern University, she dedicated her life to caring for others as a registered nurse, specializing in hospice care...

Diana Mary Kelsay

Diana Mary Kelsay

Mar 27, 2025

Diana Mary vonWerssowetz Kelsay passed away peacefully at home with her children by her side on March 27, 2025.

Diana was born on August 28, 1942, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Dr. Arthur J. vonWerssowetz and Dr. Muriel Wilford vonWerssowetz. Diana graduated from Notre Dame High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee in 1960. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Chattanooga...

Edward Jerome Daniel, Sr.

Edward Jerome Daniel, Sr.

Mar 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ed Daniel, a man of wisdom, great strength, and unwavering guidance. On March 27, 2025, Ed went peacefully into the arms of the Lord, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Ed was born at home and grew up in Baker County Georgia and lived all his life in...

Dr. Elizabeth W. Muriuki

Dr. Elizabeth W. Muriuki

Mar 26, 2025

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Dr. Elizabeth W. Muriuki, a beloved daughter, sister, friend, and dedicated medical professional, on March 26, 2025, at the age of 37.

Elizabeth was born on July 14, 1987, in Nairobi, Kenya, to Dr. Joseph Wahome (deceased) and Agnes Muriuki. She attended middle and high school in Itta Bena, Mississippi, where she excelled...

Lewis Wayne Hise

Lewis Wayne Hise

Mar 26, 2025

Lewis Wayne Hise passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on October 23, 1948, in Haskell, Texas, he was the son of the late Lonnie Lewis Hise and Juanita Payne Jordan. Lewis proudly served his country in United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was trained martial arts.

After his time in the...

Marion Eugene "Gene" Johns

Marion Eugene "Gene" Johns

Mar 26, 2025

Marion Eugene “Gene” Johns, 90, entered into rest on Wednesday, March 27, 2025.

Gene was born on October 4, 1934, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Henry Thomas Johns and Zora Mae Mangum Johns. He grew up in Thomaston, where his family’s roots ran deep. From an early age, Gene embodied the values of dedication, service, and faith—principles that would guide...

Steven Lance Nelson

Steven Lance Nelson

Mar 25, 2025

Steven Lance Nelson, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, and friend, entered into rest on the morning of Tuesday, March 25, 2025. He was 57 years old. Born on November 6, 1967, in Washington, D.C., Steven was the son of Sandra Sessions Nelson and the late Waylon Nelson.

Steven proudly served in the United States Air Force for eight years, earning...

Elizabeth "Beth" Ellyda Heidenreich

Elizabeth "Beth" Ellyda Heidenreich

Mar 24, 2025

Beth Heidenreich passed away peacefully on Monday, 24 March 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born into the wonderful family of Arv and Ag Smith on January 17, 1949. Beth was born and raised in Aberdeen, South Dakota, along with siblings Monty and Mary. Following high school, she attended college and worked as a dental hygienist. Then, on a consequential...

Melba Gassett Horne

Melba Gassett Horne

Mar 24, 2025

Melba Louise Gassett Horne, born on August 9, 1935, in Macon, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at the age of 89. She was the beloved daughter of the late General Forrest Gassett and Ruth Sullivan Gassett.

A proud graduate of Miller High School, Melba spent her life in Macon, Georgia, where she worked for 47 years at Robins...

Emmett Webster Holt

Emmett Webster Holt

Mar 24, 2025

Emmett Webster Holt, 87, entered into rest on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Emmett was born on June 7, 1937, in Newton, Georgia, to the late Jim Holt and Rossie Daniels Holt. After graduating high school, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served as a fire protection specialist. His dedication and expertise led him to a distinguished...

James Cecil "Boot" Langston, Sr.

James Cecil "Boot" Langston, Sr.

Mar 22, 2025

James Cecil "Boot" Langston Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong resident of Warner Robins, passed away on March 22, 2025. Born on October 31, 1942, to Gussie Langston and Alma Jones Langston, he was the youngest of thirteen siblings and grew up surrounded by a strong, loving family.

Boot dedicated his career to civil service, retiring from Robins Air...

Harold Carvis Parks

Harold Carvis Parks

Mar 21, 2025

Harold Carvis Parks, a devoted family man, veteran, and man of faith, passed away on March 21, 2025.

Born and raised in Montezuma, Georgia, Harold dedicated his life to service, both to his country and his community. At a young age, he joined the National Guard before transitioning to the U.S. Navy, where he honorably served for 23 years, including during...

Paula Jean Knight

Paula Jean Knight

Mar 21, 2025

Paula Jean Knight, a devoted mother, grandmother, mentor, and friend, passed away on March 21, 2025. Born in Thomasville, Georgia, but raised in Valdosta, she graduated from Valdosta High School before earning a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Valdosta Technical College.

Paula dedicated her career to helping others, working as a paralegal for attorney Terry Schwock and later in rent-to-own...

Lenel "Nel" Hawkins

Lenel "Nel" Hawkins

Mar 20, 2025

Lenel “Nel” Hawkins, age 88, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025. She was born in Wisner, Louisiana on December 19, 1936, to the late William Green and Leola Britt Green.

Lenel was the third of eleven children and grew up on a small cotton farm. She married Bill Hawkins in 1957 and was a devoted Air Force wife, living in...

Carol Perry Lee

Carol Perry Lee

Mar 20, 2025

Carol Perry Lee, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 20, 2025, at the age of 79, surrounded by her family.  Born on September 8, 1945, at the Robins Air Force Base Hospital in Warner Robins, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late John and Lelia McDaniel Perry.

Carol grew up in Warner Robins and...

Natalie Barone Bassett

Natalie Barone Bassett

Mar 19, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Natalie Barone Bassett on March 19, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on December 29, 1935, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, to the late Frank and Mary DeFalco Barone, Natalie lived a life filled with passion, resilience, and dedication to the betterment of others.

Natalie’s journey began in the classrooms of...

Thomasine "Tommie" Hinton Marley

Thomasine "Tommie" Hinton Marley

Mar 18, 2025

Thomasine “Tommie” Hinton Marley passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, at the age of 84. She was born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi on July 27, 1940, to Beatrice Vance, and Fred Hinton.

Those who knew her loved her. She could brighten any room with her bubbling personality and smile. She was very proud of her achievement of earning her licensed practical...