Obituaries

Jan 25, 2025

Mother Essie Mae Jackson, age 84, of Gay, Georgia transitioned on Saturday, January 25th, 2025 at her residence.

Final arrangements will be posted below at a later date.

McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with Home Going Care.

Jan 24, 2025

Obituary

"Genan" was born to the late Arthur Jr. and Rosa Mae Byars in Griffin, Georgia on April 15th, 1957.

She transitioned from this earthly life, surrounded by love, on January 24th, 2025. Preceding her in death is her grandson: Kierston Akins; sisters: Carolynn Caldwell and Jeanette Jones; grandparents:...

Jan 23, 2025

Obituary

Mary Jane Stapley, born August 15th, 1946 to the late Wesley and Jeanette Glick, transitioned from this part of her journey on January 23rd, 2025, surrounded by love.

She worked at several different jobs. Her favorite thing to do was reading James Patterson books.

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Jan 8, 2025

Mr. Donald Williams was the son of Catherine and Donnie Williams. He was born on November 13th, 1972, in Griffin, Georgia, Spalding County. On January 8th, 2025, he was called home after a tragic accident and battles with multiple health issues.

Donald was affectionately known as "Boo" and later to the Griffin Community as the...

Jan 6, 2025

~ Reflections of Life ~

On November 11th, 1936, God created an incredible man in Roosevelt Robinson. Born in Pike County, Georgia, to the late Charlie and Lillie Mae Alexander Robinson, Roosevelt was destined to leave a lasting impact on those around him.

In 1958, Roosevelt married his soulmate and the love of...

Jan 3, 2025

Nannette Medina, born on June 16, 1979, passed away on January 3, 2025, in Milner, Georgia, United States.

She was a devoted mother to her three children, Yilianni, Nani, and Jonathan. She was a loving partner to Kenny and together they created a beautiful and happy home.  Family was everything to Nannette, and she poured her heart...

Jan 2, 2025

Airlene Canty-Lee was born May 24th, 1941, in Williamson, Georgia to the late Mr. Richard Canty, Jr. and Mrs. Annie Lee Blackmon-Canty.

She attended and graduated from Mays High School of Goulds, Florida in 1959, and continued her education at Florida Memorial College where she completed her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education in 1993. Airlene...

Dec 27, 2024

Mr. Leonard Baugh age 73, formerly of Clarksville, Georgia transitioned Friday, December 27th, 2024 at Brightmoor Hospice.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc.

Dec 8, 2024

Mr. Gerald Lynn Wilson, Sr. of Griffin, Georgia, formally of Kitzmiller, Maryland, transitioned peacefully on December 8th, 2024, at the age of 70. Born on October 15th, 1954, in Keyser, West Virginia, Lynn was the son of Milo Wilson and Thelma (Sherman) Wilson-Harvey. He was a proud veteran, having served in the United States Army from 1972 to 1975,...

Dec 6, 2024

~ Reflections of Life ~

Deacon J.D. Williams was born September 18th, 1930 to the late Otha Williams and Eugene Leach. He was married to Opal Nell Jones-Williams who preceded him in death, and a daughter: Patty Williams who also preceded him in death.

JD attended grade school until he went to work...

Nov 28, 2024

Master Sergeant Lewis A. Canty, a cherished member of the Goulds and Zebulon communities, passed away on November 28th, 2024. He was born in Concord, Georgia on April 13th, 1937, to Richard Canty, Jr. and Annie Lee Blackmon, and was one of five siblings: Aileen, Vera, Andrew and Aldean.

Lewis' life journey began in Concord before he...

Nov 25, 2024

On January 10th, 1953, Emmett Emil Lee, Jr., a manifestation of love, was born to the union of Mary B. Lee and Emmett Lee, Sr. who proceeded him in death.

He accepted Christ at an early age and was a Deacon and Assistant Superintendent at Christ Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church of Austin under the Leadership of the...

Nov 8, 2024

~ Reflections of Life ~

On February 27th, 1966, Jafus and Mary Milner were blessed with a bundle of joy, Valencia D. Milner-Bryant. Born in Thomaston Georgia, Valencia was affectionately known to her family as "Val" or "Vinci". Growing up in Zebulon, she attended Pike County schools Graduating in 1984. Valencia received a Business Administration...

Nov 5, 2024

Little Miss Louise Dunmon, age 4, of Griffin, Georgia, transitioned on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, at Spalding Regional Medical Center.

Her brief but cherished life touched the hearts of many. Please keep the family in your prayers as they traverse their own medical procedures along with this great grief.

Final arrangements are posted below.

Sep 17, 2024

Jonathan Elijah Watson "Red" , of Hampton, GA, passed away on September 17, 2024, after a short illness.

Jonathan was preceded in death by his father, James Richard Watson, his mother, Nancy Baum Watson, his brothers Jeffrey Thomas Watson, Paul Jody Watson, David Malachi Watson, Robert Clarke Moore, James Jernigan Watson, his sister Julie Ann...

Sep 12, 2024

Mrs. Sarah Lee Gayden-Love , affectionately known as " Tee " went home to be with the Lord on September 12th, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on April 2nd, 1932, in Sunflower County, Mississippi, she was the beloved daughter of John Thomas and Mary Alice Gayden.

On December 1st,...

Sep 2, 2024

Mr. Da'Kierrian "DK" Williams of 11949 Markham Way Hampton Georgia, Ga. transitioned September 2nd, 2024.

Life began for Da'Kierrian on November 28th, 1995 in Cordele, Ga. He was born to Dominique Alston and Alvin Williams. Da'Kierrian was better known as DK. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler fan. He loved being around family and friends....

Sep 1, 2024

Adam D. Weems, Jr., born July 30th, 1942, left us on September 1st, 2024, after a lengthy illness.

He leaves behind his Wife: Barbara "BJ" Weems; Daughter and Son: Teresa & Tracy along with their Children; 4 Sisters, 1 younger brother: David and tons of friends, as well as the United States Marine...

Aug 17, 2024

Mrs. Yosheca Meshonda Wright-Morrow was born July 13th, 1974, to Pastor Frank Wright, III and Co-Pastor Minnie Wright in McDonough, Georgia.

Min. Sheca Wright-Morrow was united in Holy Matrimony to Min. Roy Morrow, and they formed a bond that was inseparable.

Lady Sheca Wright-Morrow was Licensed as a minister at Power in the...

Aug 14, 2024

Mother Mattie Florence Ector was born January 1st, 1922 to the late Clifford and Floria Ector in Griffin, Spalding County.

She joined the Macedonia Baptist Church at an early age and served faithfully until her health would no longer allow her service. Her last auxiliary was the Mother's Board. Ms. Ector was employed by the...