Obituaries

Apr 12, 2026

Reverend Dr. Willie James Lucas departed this life on Sunday, April 12, 2026. 

Apr 11, 2026

Mr. Theo Williams departed this life on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Emory Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia.

Apr 11, 2026

Mr. Milton Williams departed this life on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in Albany, Georgia. 

Apr 11, 2026

Mr. Henry Lee Harris departed this life on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in Albany, Georgia. 

Apr 2, 2026

Wylene Wheeler Tolbert was born October 30, 1935 in Mitchell County, GA to the late Robert Wheeler & Sadie Mae (Willis) Wheeler. She entered into eternal rest on Holy Thursday April 2, 2026.

Raised in Greenough, GA by her parents she enjoyed the experience of extended family and was no stranger to hard work. Cotton picking and cropping tobacco were a...

Apr 2, 2026

Mar 29, 2026

Eugene Mitchell Smith peacefully transitioned to his new home In Glory on Sunday evening, March 29, 2026. He led an adventurous life, after having been born, February 22, 1943 to Carrie B. Smith( Daniels) and James (Gene) Mitchell in Leesburg, Georgia.

Eugene spent his early years growing up in Leesburg. He was educated at Lee County Training School. Eugene was raised...

Mar 11, 2026

Sister Ethell Roberts Burkes was born July 27, 1935, in Albany (Dougherty County), Georgia to the late Mozell Roberts, Sr. and Adell Harris Roberts. She was educated in the Dougherty County School System where she attended Monroe High School.

On November 24, 1956, she was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Brother Willie B. Burkes. Their loving union lasted fifty-seven...

Mar 8, 2026

MRS. DOROTHY MARSHALL was born on November 20, 1943, to the late Charlie and Agnes Carter. She received her heavenly wings on Sunday, March 8, in her home surrounded by her loved ones. 

Affectionately known as “Dot,” she attended Singleton High School in Morgan, Georgia. In her career, she worked at Bob’s Candies until her retirement. 

Dorothy was a faithful member of...

Mar 6, 2026

Arthur Frank Lumpkin, affectionately known as “Lump” by many, was born on February 22, 1947, and was reared by his parents, Victor and Isa Mae (Lumpkin) Green in Terrell County, Georgia. As a young man, he received his formal education in Terrell and Dougherty County.

Also as a young man he received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, but most...

Mar 3, 2026

Joseph Pratt was born on December 12, 1925 in Cuthbert, GA to the late Ed Pratt and Dora Scott Marshall. He had the luxurious pleasure of being an only child. Joseph was educated in the Randolph County Schools and was no stranger to hard work. He worked the fields along with his father at an early age.

 After relocating to Albany,...

Feb 24, 2026

Mother Sandra Wright –Roberts was born in Albany, Georgia on April 22, 1957, to the late Adolph Wright, Sr. and Ethel Mae Thrower. She was the second of thirteen children and shared a very special bond with her only sister, Patricia.

She received her early childhood and secondary education in the Dougherty County School System,...

Feb 21, 2026

Ms. Louise Carolyn Salters departed this life on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Feb 19, 2026

Johnnie Washington Jr. was born to the late Emma Lee Fulgeon Washington and Johnnie Louis Washington Sr. on March 29, 1963. He was known for his kind spirit, warm smile, and generous heart. He was truly a gentle soul who treated everyone with respect and love. His calm demeanor and caring words left a lasting impression on all who knew...

Feb 10, 2026

Emonica Shantele Dawson was born on October 5, 1988, in Albany, Georgia, to the late Ms. Lawanda Darlene Dawson.

At an early age, Emonica accepted Christ as her savior and attended the House of Prayer by Faith Church.

She received her formal education in the Dougherty County Public School System.

Affectionately known as...

Feb 2, 2026

Helen Johnson-Redding was born in Blakely, Georgia on June 9, 1948, to the late Charlie and China Johnson. She spent her entire educational years in the Early County School System, where she was characterized as a deeply inquisitive student with an insatiable appetite for learning. Helen's involvement in school functions and various student-centered activities enabled her to enjoy a...

Jan 21, 2026

Mrs. Bettye Jean LeRoy departed this life on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Jan 16, 2026

Rosa Strong-Williams was born March 22, 1930, to Will and Willie Mae Lott Strong in Chula, Georgia being the first of five children. Mother Rosa transitioned peacefully to be with the Lord surrounded by loved ones at her home on January 16, 2026 in Leary, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, her sister...

Jan 12, 2026

Richard Lamar Riley was born March 16, 1938, in Albany, Georgia. He was the loving son of the late Johnny B. Byrd and Amelia Riley and shared the same birthday as his twin brother, Raymond Riley.

He was educated in the Broward County Public Schools, graduating from Attucks High School of Hollywood, Florida in 1958. To have...

Dec 29, 2025

Ms. China J. Palmer, most affectionately known as departed this life on Monday, December 29, 2025.