Obituaries

Jan 27, 2025

Harolene Murray Willis, 80, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on January 27, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel.

Daughter of the late Harold Murray and Irene Ponsell Murray, Harolene was born in Waycross, Georgia on February 6, 1944.  She graduated from Waycross...

Jan 26, 2025

Robert Denson Martin, Jr. of Dahlonega, Georgia passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 85 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. Born on November 17, 1939, in Macon, Georgia, to Robert Denson Martin Sr. and Margaret Murphey Martin, Denson lived a life of service and accomplishment. He met his beloved wife, Nancy Elizabeth Chappell,...

Jan 24, 2025

Phyllis Colwell Tanner, 73, of Lizella, Georgia, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Thursday, January 30, 2025, in the Chapel of Hart’s at the Cupola, with William Whiddon officiating.  The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the...

Jan 22, 2025

Benjamin Russell “Rusty” Peacock, 66, passed in his home during a snowy night on January 22, 2025, after a life filled with love and family and a courageous 10-year battle with cancer.

Rusty was born December 28, 1958, to Jean and Cecil Wayne Peacock. He was the middle child of three boys. He was born in Quincy,...

Jan 21, 2025

Anastacia Mangila Nelson, 78, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on January 21, 2025. The family will greet friends for a reception from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 pm on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Hart’s at the Cupola.

Anastacia was born in Cebu, Philippines on March 28, 1946. She moved to the United States in April 1985 and...

Jan 21, 2025

Sam Carroll Kelly, 92, passed away peacefully at home on his Jones County Farm on January 21, 2025. He was born on this same home place on January 25,1932.

Sam attended grade school at Griswoldville, where his mother was a beloved teacher. He graduated from Jones County High School at age 16 in 1948.

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Jan 21, 2025

Jacqueline "Jackie" Lamm Souder, 99, of Augusta, Georgia died on Tuesday, January 21.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Riverside Cemetery (main gate) in Macon, Georgia. The family will greet friends for a catered reception prior to the service from 12:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Hart's Mortuary on Cherry...

Jan 19, 2025

Larry Eugene Greene, 91, of Spring Hill, Florida, passed away on January 19, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel.

Son of the late Christopher Columbus Greene and Cora Lee Connell Greene, Larry was born in Quitman, Georgia on January 14, 1934.  Proudly...

Jan 17, 2025

Jerry Dean Baldwin, 66, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on January 17, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 20, 2025, in the Chapel of Hart’s at the Cupola. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.

Jerry was born in Macon on December 15, 1958, to the...

Jan 15, 2025

Danny Brown, 69, of Fort Valley, Georgia, passed away on January 15, 2025. Born on February 6, 1955, to the late William Brown and Winifred Farmer Brown, Danny lived a life filled with love and cherished memories.

Danny grew up in Georgia and attended Wilkinson County High School, where he formed lifelong friendships.  Danny was also a...

Jan 14, 2025

Alexander “Sandy” Boag Erskine, Jr., 82 of Macon, Georgia, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Pine Point Hospice.  A graveside service with Full Military Honors will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Barrancas National Cemetery, 1 Cemetery Road, Pensacola, Florida 32508.

Sandy was born in Stamford, Connecticut on September...

Jan 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Thomas Calnan Sylverne
January 14, 2025, at the age of 71.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Calnan Sylverne on January 14, 2025, at the age of 71. Tom passed away peacefully, surrounded by his beloved wife, Lisa Bolton Sylverne, who stood by his side until the...

Jan 12, 2025

Faye Ann Boggs passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025. The family thanks Sacred Journey Hospice for their caring support during her battle with cancer.

Faye was a hard worker, owning a house cleaning service for 50 years. She was loved by the many clients she served over the years, including many residents at The Gables in Macon....

Jan 7, 2025

Gary Randolph Keene, 90, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. The family will greet friends for a time of visitation on Friday, January 10, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, in the Chapel of Hart’s Mortuary on Cherry Street.  Gary will be laid to rest at Snow United Methodist Church Cemetery, located in Unadilla,...

Jan 3, 2025

Kathy Walls, 69, passed away January 3, 2025. A memorial service and Celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2025, in the chapel of Hart’s Mortuary at the Cupola. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.

Kathy was born August 24, 1955, in Reynolds, Georgia and grew...

Jan 3, 2025

Garnell McAfee Horwitz, 86, of Macon, Georgia, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2025.  A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Hart’s Mortuary on Cherry Street. Burial will follow the service at Macon Memorial Park Cemetery.

Garnell was born in Soperton, Georgia on September 14, 1938, to the late Garner...

Jan 3, 2025

Robert Alan (“Bob”) Schwartz, of Gray, Georgia, passed away at home on January 3, 2025.  He was 69. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel.  The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.

Bob was born on September 20, 1955, in Newark, New...

Jan 1, 2025

Janice Dianne Kinder, 72, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, on Sunday, January 5, 2025, in the Jones County Chapel of Hart’s Mortuary. Family will greet friends for a time of visitation one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made...

Dec 31, 2024

Betty Caldwell Harrison, 97, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on December 31, 2024.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025, in the Chapel of Hart’s Mortuary on Cherry Street. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.  Burial will follow the service at Macon Memorial Park Cemetery.

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Dec 28, 2024

Kenneth M. Johnson, 67, of Lizella, left for his heavenly home Saturday, December 28, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at 11:00am, January 4, 2025, at United Community Church, 2411 Heath Road, Macon, GA 31220, with the Reverend Jim Johnson officiating. The family will greet friends following the service.

Ken Johnson was born February 5,...