All Obituaries

Sister Patricia Smith was born February 1, 1950 in Hilton, Georgia to Anna Bell Bailey and Enouch Earl Bailey.   She acquired her education at Washington High School in Early County.  She accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Ebenezer A.M.E. Church, where she served on the Usher Board.  Patricia was a humble and faithful servant until her passing. Mrs. Patricia was a seamstress for over 25 years and retired from Perdue Farms in Dothan, Alabama. She...

“The most terrific people sometimes don’t realize how special they are. They just goon being sweet and thoughtful and making others happy as if it were the most ordinary thing in the world, but it is not ordinary.” Rosa Quinn was an extraordinary woman! Rosa Quinn was born on March 14, 1936; she was the eldest daughter of Roosevelt and Daisy Levatt. She had five brothers to precede her death; they were Charlie Dawson, Johnny Dawson, Eddie Dawson, Bobby Dawson, and...

General Wilson Hicks was born August 7, 1959, in Donalsonville, Georgia, to the loving parentage of Jewell and Annie Mae Hicks.  On Monday, June 14, 2021, surrounded by family, he answered GOD’S Call to come Home and Rest from Labor. At an early age, he joined Good Hope AME Church in Cedar Springs, Georgia, under the leadership of Reverend Granger. General attended the public schools of Early County. He later attended Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical...

Sister Betty Jean Henderson–“Jean”, as she was lovingly known, was a loving independent daughter born to Edith Brown Lewis and Julius Lewis, Sr., on February 8, 1946, in Blakely (Early County), Georgia.  She became a member of Church Street Church of Christ at an early age and remained a faithful member until our HEAVENLY FATHER called her Home. “Jean” Betty Lewis was married to Johnny “Skeet” Henderson until his death.  They had...

Horace “Horris” Lee Moore of Cocoa, Florida departed his earthly life on May 17, 2021 at Rockledge Regional Medical Center in Rockledge, Florida. He was born September 29, 1959 to Odessie and Adell Moore, who preceded him in death along with a sister, Odessie George Moore. He leaves to cherish his fond memories to his loving daughter, Kimberly (Jonathan) Bagley of Spring Lake, North Carolina; three beautiful granddaughters: Kimeesha, Destiny, and Danielle; a special...

Ms. Mailyn LaGuardia, 38, made her transition from labor to reward on May 28, 2021. Please keep the family in your prayers during their time of bereavement. Also feel free to show your love and support via phone calls, emails, and words of encouragement, as they move forward in making arrangements for Ms. LaGuardia. Our staff will continue to update our website accordingly. 

Handson Grace was born in Blakely, Georgia, on January 20, 1942, to the late Bill and Rosie Grace.  He departed his earthly life on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at Early Memorial Nursing Home in Blakely. At an early age, Mr. Grace moved to Orlando, Florida.  He worked as a construction worker until his health failed him. Mr. Grace was preceded in death by one daughter, Lois Grace; two brothers, Johnny James Grace and Raymond Grace; and one sister, Aletha Anderson. He...

Louella Thornton was born to Fannie Thornton and Eddie Gene Thornton on November 30. 1932, in Blakely, Georgia.  She was one of nine children; five of whom–Roosevelt, Willie, Eugene, Minnie and Eddie Gene Thornton Jr.–preceded her in death. Louella worked as a Housekeeper for the Mock Family for many years.  She departed this earthly life at her home in Blakely on Saturday, May 1, 2021. She leaves to cherish her memories one child, Fannie Reed (Walter) of...

A TIME TO BE BORN…EDDIE INGRAM SR., 59, was born in Blakely, Georgia, on July 9, 1961.  His parents were Mattie Ingram and Willie Edd Ingram. A TIME TO PLANT...He received his education in the Early County Public School System, graduating Early County High School in 1979.  Eddie then moved to Hempstead, New York, and became an amateur boxer.   A TIME TO LAUGH…His beautiful smile and high energy personality lit the atmosphere up everywhere he...

“ I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made Heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1-2   Dr. Mary Williams Johnson was born on Monday, February 27, 1939 to the Reverend P.W. Williams and Tena Mae Williams. She was sister to Peter Jr., Andrew, John Paul, Martha and Robert. Mary began her Christian journey under the loving guidance of her parents at the St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Miami, Florida. As a child, she gave...