Obituaries
Jerry Ceveland Sapp Sr.
Nov 7, 2025
Jerry Cleveland Sapp, Sr., age 80, of Gordon, Georgia, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025. Funeral services were held at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel. Burial followed the service at Middle Georgia Memory Gardens.
Jerry was born on July 20, 1945, in Macon, Georgia, to the late Henry Cleveland Sapp and Martha...
Cathy Lynn Garrard Thompson
Nov 6, 2025
Cathy Lynn Garrard Thompson, beloved wife of Danny Thompson was born on June 19, 1952, in Macon, GA. She died on November 6, 2025, in Macon, GA. Cathy was a 1970 graduate of Miller High School in Macon. She was married to Danny Thompson for over 41 years. She was 73 years old at the time of her death. She...
Lawrence Mayer Hoff
Nov 5, 2025
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Mr. Lawrence Mayer Hoff on November 5, 2025. Lawrence was born in Lynn, Massachusetts to David Hoff and Bernice Selma Copans Hoff and grew up in Swampscott, Massachusetts. He attended Swampscott High School, graduating in 1951. In 1949 he was the assistant manager of the high school baseball team...
Carolyn Morgan
Nov 5, 2025
Carolyn Joan Morgan, 84, of Milledgeville, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Milledgeville with Reverend Mary Turner officiating.
Carolyn was born on August 2, 1941, in Kittanning, Pennsylvania, to the late William Ferdinand Knoble Jr. and Effie Maxine Smith Knoble....
Mallory Stanton “Stan” Milam, Sr.
Nov 1, 2025
Mallory Stanton “Stan” Milam, Sr. 78, of Macon, Georgia passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025. He was born in Newnan, Georgia on January 13, 1947.
In the 5th grade, Stan began school at Western High School in Coweta County. It was there that he met and would later marry his sweetheart, Susan Ann Storey.
Shortly after graduation, Stan gained employment with...
Frederic Clayton “Clay” Wiggins, Jr.
Nov 1, 2025
Frederic Clayton “Clay” Wiggins Jr (45) passed away Saturday, November 1st. Clay was more than just a father, son, friend, individual; he was a beacon of humility, kindness, and unwavering dedication.
Born on February 26, 1980, in Augusta, Georgia, to Beverly and Freddie Wiggins. Clay grew up in Warrenton, Georgia where he lived with his parents, grandparents and sister. Growing up...
Carroll Franklin Hanse III
Oct 31, 2025
Carroll Franklin Hanse III, 75, of Macon passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025. Funeral services will be private. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association (diabetes.org).
Mr. Hanse was born in Macon to the late Carroll Franklin Hanse Jr. and Bobbie Ann Malloy Hanse. He retired from the Macon-Bibb Fire Department with 29 years...
Lowell W. Belk
Oct 30, 2025
Lowell W. Belk, 88, passed away on October 30, 2025. The family will greet friends from 5PM to 7PM on Monday, November 3rd at Hart’s at the Cupola. Funeral services will be held at Philadelphia United Methodist Church, 156 Philadelphia Drive, McDonough, Ga. November 4th at 11 AM. Burial will follow at Philadelphia Methodist Church Cemetery in McDonough, Georgia.
He graduated...
Joseph Porter Wilson
Oct 29, 2025
Gray, Georgia—Joseph Porter Wilson, Jr., aged 93, of Jones County, passed away on October 29, 2025. Currently, the family has not planned any memorial services.
Early Life and Education
Mr. Wilson was born in Gainesville, Florida, on September 16, 1932, to Joseph and Marjorie Wilson of Dothan, Alabama. He attended Dothan High School, graduating on May 31, 1950, and immediately enlisted in...
Milton "Mickey" Burts Pope, Sr.
Oct 28, 2025
Milton Burts Pope, Sr., born May 13, 1932, in Dublin, Georgia, passed away at his home in Macon, Georgia, on October 28, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gen. and Mrs. C. Flannery Pope, Sr., his brother, Lt. Col. Charles F. Pope, Jr., and his grandson Mitchell Pope. He is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-six...
Betty Jo Shaw
Oct 27, 2025
Mrs. Betty Jo Shaw, daughter of the late Gid Lee Smith and late Vivian Louise Smith, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 27, 2025, after a long battle with dementia and cancer. Born in 1935, Mrs. Shaw recently celebrated her 90th birthday with family and friends. She was married for 64 years to Jerry Jackson Shaw, who passed...
Roland Dixon
Oct 26, 2025
Roland Dixon, 73, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on April 28, 1952, to the late Bessie Mae and Charlie Dixon, Roland lived a life marked by dedication, service, and love.
Roland proudly served his country in the United States Army, retiring as a Master Sergeant after a distinguished career. Following his military service, he continued...
Robert Joel Harrington
Oct 25, 2025
Robert Joel Harrington entered the presence of his Savior October 25, 2025, surrounded by his family. Funeral services for Bob will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 11:00am, in the Chapel of Hart's Mortuary on Cherry Street, with Pastor Lewis Cooper officiating. The family will greet friends for a time of visitation from 10:30am to 11:00am, before the service.
Bob...
Grace Carolyn Myers
Oct 23, 2025
Grace Carolyn Myers, affectionately known to many as Nonnie, passed away on October 23, 2025, at age 72. Born September 20, 1953, in Laurinburg, North Carolina, where she was raised and attended Scotland County High School.
Grace was a dedicated sister, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed cleaning houses, sitting on the porch, and spending time with family.
She is survived by her...
Jim & Betsy Abbott
Oct 22, 2025
James Edward "Jim" Abbott & Sara Benita "Betsy" Bales Abbott
[Eatonton, Georgia] –James Edward "Jim" Abbott, 83, and Sara Benita "Betsy" Bales Abbott, 81, passed away together on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Married for 60 years, they were a cornerstone of their community and the loving center of their family.
Jim, born August 15, 1942, was a native of Indiana. He was...
Charles Hadden “Chuck” Baker
Oct 22, 2025
Charles Hadden “Chuck” Baker was born in Macon, GA on February 25, 1959, and died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on October 22, 2025, at the age of 66, after a heroic battle with ALS. Chuck lived his life fully as a proud Husband, Father, Christian and Patriot, headstrong in his beliefs, yet compassionate and loving to...
Ann Kite Hall
Oct 22, 2025
Ann Kite Hall was born Marion Ann Kite on November 8, 1942, and died peacefully at home surrounded by loving family on October 22, 2025, at the age of 82. She lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and deep devotion to her family.
Ann’s early schooling was at Alexander III and A.L. Miller High School. She was a graduate of...
Jessie Fischer Moinuddin
Oct 19, 2025
Jessie Fischer Moinuddin, Ph.D, Biochemist/Nutritionist/Poet/Memoirist, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025
Born March 28, 1926, in Cleveland, Ohio. Educated in the public schools of Euclid, Ohio: graduated from Shore High School in 1943. Attended The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio: received the degrees of B.Sc. in Agriculture in 1947, M.Sc. 1948, Ph.D. and Agricultural Biochemistry (Specialty, Nutrition) 1951. She...
Elton "Bubber" Adams
Oct 17, 2025
Elton “Bubber” Adams passed away at his home on October 17, 2025, following an extended illness. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Macon Memorial Park Cemetery with the Reverend Gary Abbott officiating.
Mr. Adams was born in Macon, Georgia on December 13, 1944, to Kathleen Heyser Bush and Elton Mathis Adams Jr....
George McGregor "Greg" Jordan, Jr.
Oct 16, 2025
George McGregor “Greg” Jordan Jr., 81, passed away suddenly, but peacefully, on October 16, 2025, in North Carolina while on vacation with his wife and his dearest and oldest friends.
Greg lived his life with curiosity, humor, and a love of good conversation. After graduating in 1961 from Lanier High School, he attended the U.S. Naval Academy before graduating from the...








