Obituaries

Jul 11, 2025

James Louis “Jamie” Gibson, 71, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on July 11, 2025. A visitation will be held at Hart’s at the Cupola from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.  Funeral services will be held at Northminster Presbyterian Church on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. with the Reverends Bob Brunson and Danny...

Jul 11, 2025

Betty Ricks Wall, age 103, died peacefully in her sleep on July 11, 2025.  A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Ingleside Baptist Church.  The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service in the sanctuary.

Betty was born in Hampton, Georgia to Lloyd Clifford Ricks and...

Jul 10, 2025

Robert “Bobby” G. Hooks, Jr., age 77, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Piedmont Macon Hospital.

Bobby was born in Valdosta, Georgia, on October 29, 1947, to Robert and Elizabeth Hooks.  Bobby was a jovial man and had a great sense of humor.  He always wanted to make people laugh.  He believed...

Jul 7, 2025

Carl Grayson Crowe, Jr., of Macon, Georgia, passed away at age 72 on July 7, 2025, following an extended illness, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love.

Born in Lawton, Oklahoma (Ft. Sill), and raised in a military family, with parents, Lt. Col. Carl G. Crowe and Jeannette Crowe. Carl spent his childhood in Germany,...

Jul 4, 2025

Ramona Hutchings Hunnicutt, 96, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025.  A visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Hart’s at the Cupola. Funeral services will follow on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Ingleside Baptist Church, with Dr. Mark Hudgins officiating.  The family will...

Jul 2, 2025

Michele Lee Highsmith (née Sherman)- affectionately known as Mickey to everyone but the government and bill collectors-was born on December 19, 1948, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Carl Clyde and Jessie Miles Sherman. On July 2, 2025, at the age of 76, she passed away peacefully at her home of 27 years in Roberta, GA, after a long and...

Jun 30, 2025

William Eason Henson, 81, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date this Fall.

William was born on April 4, 1944, in Albany, Georgia, to the late Carl Fred Henson and Rosa Lee Hysler Henson. He was a proud graduate of Auburn University.

Jun 29, 2025

PAUL FRANCIS LOCKARY, beloved son, husband and father, died in Macon, Georgia, on Sunday, June 29, 2025.  He was born on June 15, 1931, in Boston, Massachusetts, where he grew up, with many a Saturday at Fenway Park watching his favorite team, the Boston Red Sox.  He later became a huge fan of the Atlanta Braves, who originated in...

Jun 28, 2025

Shirley Annette Justice, 85, of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in the Chapel of Hart’s at the Cupola. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens.

Daughter...

Jun 25, 2025

William Michael “Mike” Seekins, owner of Famous Mike’s and lifelong resident of Macon, GA, passed away on June 25, 2025, at the age of 63.

Mike is survived by his two children, Sam and Kendall Seekins; his two sisters, Vicki Lazzari (Mark) and Nancy Kelemen (Chuck); and his beloved nieces and nephews of Gainesville, GA. He was...

Jun 25, 2025

Mary Ann (Sheppard) Comer passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Charleston, S.C., on October 28, 1943, Mary Ann lived a rich and spirited life filled with laughter, color, and love.

Known for her vivacious energy, quick wit, and spunky charm, Mary Ann never met a stranger. She lit up...

Jun 21, 2025

Jimmy Leon McCallum, 80, of Macon, Georgia, left us for his heavenly home on Saturday, June 21, 2025.  Shouting from the highest mountain, he was a great husband, dad, grandfather, uncle, brother, friend, and most especially, a child of God.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the Chapel of...

Jun 21, 2025

Gene B. Strouss, 90, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025. Private services will be held in Atlanta.

Gene is survived by his wife, Claudia; daughter, Lisa (Gary); son, Bart (Laurie); stepson, Jay Cranford (Linda); five grandchildren; three great granddaughters; and several nieces and nephews, including Sandra Henry Hill.

Gene was preceded in death by his...

Jun 20, 2025

Jett V.W. Smith, 75, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025. Burial will be private.

Son of the late Carl Lynwood Smith and Joyce Darlene Brassell Smith, Jett was born in Augusta, Georgia on November 2, 1949. He worked as a finance manager for Credit First for many years and was also a member...

Jun 19, 2025

Wayne Allen Bryant, 80, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Macon Memorial Park, located in Macon, Georgia. His grandson, Brandon Wall, will speak, along with upcoming local country artist and grandson, Thomas Guest, to sing in honor of him.  Flowers...

Jun 17, 2025

Robert Edward “Bobby” Eubank, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

Born on September 16, 1941, in Petersburg, Virginia, Bobby lived a life marked by quiet strength, enduring love, and deep commitment to his family and community. He was a 1960 graduate of Petersburg High School...

Jun 16, 2025

With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Beverly Conley, a remarkable woman whose warmth, charisma, and unwavering spirit touched everyone she met. She departed this world on June 16th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and excellence. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Beverly, lovingly referred...

Jun 14, 2025

Major Ralph Derryberry Oppy (USAF Retired), born July 7th, 1947, died on the 14th of June 2025. He passed away at home with his wife of over fifty years by his side.

Family was critically important to Ralph, and he claimed that his greatest accomplishments were his two sons. Ralph is survived by his wife, Mary, McLain...

Jun 12, 2025

Jacquelin “Jackie” C. Cassetty, 77, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025.  A graveside service will be held on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 11:00 am, at Cedar Ridge Cemetery, in Gray, Georgia. Elder Wesley Watkins will officiate.

Jackie was born on July 5, 1947, in Crawford County, Georgia, to the late Jack and...

Jun 9, 2025

Melville E. “Duck” King Jr., 86, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on June 9, 2025. The family will greet friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Hart’s at the Cupola in Macon.  A Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Grove Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville, Kentucky....