Obituaries

Jul 28, 2021

William Walker Bethune passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 with his parents at his side. In his 17 years on this earth, Walker accomplished more than most will ever do in 85. He was often referred to as an “old soul with a youthful spirit.” He led a deep life full of kindness, compassion, and wisdom, doing all...

Jul 28, 2021

Mary Yvonne “Bon” Furney Evans, 65, died Wednesday, July 28, 2021.  Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 31, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Hart’s Mortuary on Cherry Street with the Reverends Jeff Grist, Clyde Evans, and David Self officiating.  Burial will be private at Macon Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pine...

Jul 24, 2021

Vergil Seborn Holcomb, Sr., 90, of Round Oak, GA, died Saturday, July 24, 2021.   Graveside services will be held Sunday, August 1, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at Holcomb Family Cemetery in Round Oak with Bishop Barry Peavy officiating.

Son of the late Thomas Vergil and Violet Lucile Nicholson Holcomb, Mr. Holcomb loved God and he loved his...

Jul 18, 2021

Ann M. Brannen Wilkes, 99, of Macon, died Sunday July 18, 2021. She was born in Eufaula, Alabama to the late James S. Magee, Jr. And Marjorie Davis Magee. Ann moved to Macon when she was four years old. She graduated from Miller High School in 1939. Ann was an active member of Mulberry Street United Methodist Church where ...

Jul 16, 2021

Larry Brown “LB” Witherell, 71, of Macon, Georgia, passed away peacefully Friday, July 16, 2021.

Larry served proudly in the United States Army National Guard and was an enthusiastic entrepreneur who loved, not only having his own business, but also enjoyed the time with his family, who he cherished deeply.

He is survived by his...

Jul 15, 2021

Ruby Lee Hanson Johnson, 96, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 15, 2021, after a brief illness.

Ruby was born in North Georgia on Banning Road on January 5, 1925, to the late Robert Richard Hanson and Mabel Laura Daughtry Hanson.   A Graveside service will be held on Monday, July 19, 2021,...

Jul 14, 2021

Ernest Lynwood Brooking, III, formerly of Macon, died Wednesday, July 14, 2021. Funeral services will be private at Riverside Cemetery.

Lyn grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee and attended McCallie School. Lyn's father worked at Brock Candy Company while in Chattanooga, but in 1962, he decided to purchase Crown Candy Corp. so the family moved to Atlanta. Lyn...

Jul 13, 2021

Evelyn Upshaw Willis, 91, of Macon, Georgia, died Tuesday, July 13, 2021.  Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 17, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at New Salem Baptist Church with the Reverend Eddie Windham officiating.  The family will greet friends Friday, July 16, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel.  Burial will be...

Jul 8, 2021

Betty Mae Barton Stephens, 83, of Gray, entered into his Lord's presence Thursday, July 8, 2021.  The funeral service to honor her life will be held Saturday, July 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m., at Hart’s Jones County Chapel with the Pastor Brad Blackmon officiating.  Interment at Baldwin Memorial Gardens, Milledgeville will follow the service.  The family will greet family...

Jul 7, 2021

Christopher Lee Stokes, 50, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.  A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 15, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel.

Christopher will be lovingly remembered by his three daughters, Akira Holmes (Laila), Teaya Stokes, and Kalyn Stokes; grandchildren, Rowan Nelson, Amara Murphy, and Arlo...

Jul 6, 2021

Wanda Fay Knight, 69, of Macon, died Tuesday, July 6, 2021.  The family will greet friends Friday, July 9, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Hart’s on Cherry Street.

Daughter of the late Dorsey Lee and Eloise Lockeby Chastain, Mrs. Knight loved watching Disney movies and spending time with her family.

Mrs. Knight...

Jul 1, 2021

Katherine McKibbin Sheppard, 91, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021.  A private memorial service will be held for the family.

Katherine is survived by her son, Russell Wayne Sheppard, Sr.; and grandchildren, Russell Wayne Sheppard, Jr., and Ryan Elizabeth Sheppard.  She was preceded in death by her husband, James Sheppard, Sr.; son, James...

Jun 28, 2021

Wesley Holley Long, Jr., 91, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 2, 2021, at Centenary United Methodist Church, with Dr. Tim Bagwell officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior in the Round Room at the church. The family asks that masks be...

Jun 27, 2021

Bond Hale Almand, 50, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2021.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at Riverside Cemetery.  The family will greet friends following the service at the Almand residence.

Bond was born and raised in Macon, Georgia.  He graduated from Stratford Academy, class ...

Jun 27, 2021

Darrel Ray Stephens, 85, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2021.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, July 1, 2021  at Hart’s Chapel of the Cupola.  Visitation will follow the service.

Darrel worked as a supervisor for Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company for 30 years and served as a...

Jun 26, 2021

Hansel Kelly, 92, of Macon, GA, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021, after a brief illness. Hansel was the son of George W. Kelly and Rebecca Lou (Ludie) Blount Kelly.

Mr. Kelly was born August 1, 1928, in James, GA. He was a dedicated employee of Jones County for over 65 years. He was preceded in...

Jun 24, 2021

Patsy McDaniel Hall, 75, of Snellville, GA, passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021.

Patsy was a loving mother and grandmother and is remembered by her friends for her kindness and sweet disposition.

Patsy is survived by her two children, Mary Jane Olson (Eric) of Douglasville, Georgia and Robert Hall of Macon, Georgia; grandchildren, Alannah...

Jun 20, 2021

Charles Miller Brogdon, 86, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2021.  A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, with Father Gary Abbott officiating. Interment will follow the service at Eternal Hills Memory Gardens, in Snellville, Georgia, at 3:00 p.m..

Mr. Brogdon was...

Jun 17, 2021

Evelyn “Sissy” Patterson, 95, of Juliette, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 25, 2021, at Macon Memorial Park in the Mausoleum Chapel, with visitation one hour prior. Chaplain Sean Beck will be officiating.

Evelyn was born in Anniston, Alabama to the late Claybron ...

Jun 17, 2021

Dorothy Barnum Gregory, 92, passed away in Macon, Georgia, on June 17, 2021.  A memorial service will be held at Vineville United Methodist Church, at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. The service will be livestreamed at vinevillemethodist.com/live for those unable to attend.  Friends will be received after the service. Inurnment will be at the Westminister Presbyterian Church...