A Graveside service for Ms. Linda Diane Harper of Americus, GA will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at the Eastview Cemetery with Rev. Norris Harris officiating.

Ms. Linda Diane Harper was born on June 8, 1962 in Sumter County, Georgia to the late Jesse White and Ms. Eula Bell Harper of Americus, Georgia. She was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and graduated from Sumter High School in Americus, Georgia. At an early age she joined Welcome Baptist Church in Americus, Georgia. She was employed at Lillian Carter Nursing Home and Magnolia Manor as a CNA. Linda enjoyed her family and friends and will always be remembered for her laughter and companionship. She was a lovely and caring person that was loved by many.

Ms. Harper passed peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Phoebe-Sumter Medical Center in Americus, Georgia. She was predeceased in death by her brother, Willie Roger Harper, an aunt, Shirley Gadson, three uncles: Willie Jesse Harper, Johnny Harper and Login Harper, and a nephew that she considered as a son, Marcus Harper.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her mother, Eula Bell Harper; two sons: Marco Harper and Jabis Harper; two sisters: Debra (Timothy) Wilkerson and Carolyn Harper; two brothers: Glenn (Veronica) Harper and Ulysses Harper; three aunts: Gloria Reynolds, Mamie (Phillip) Reynolds and Mae-Vaster Coleman; two uncles: Johnny Harper, Sr. and Ezella Harper; two grandchildren: Darrian Josey and Keimone Arbar; a devoted niece, Cheryl Wilkerson; a devoted cousin, Demetrious Lockhart; a devoted friend, Tamiko Mann; a devoted goddaughter, Treleshia Johnson; god-granddaughters: Taliyah Johnson, Raven Mann and Jasmine White;  a devoted friend, Vanessa Haynes; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 

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Mr. Marvin C. Strong of Atlanta, Georgia passed away on August 18, 2020 at his residence.  A private service for Mr. Strong will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 2:00 at Andersonville National Cemetery. Due to COVID-19 concerns, there is a limit of 25 people that can attend the service. We ask that you please MASK UP and continue social distancing for your protection and for the safety of others. 

Mr. Marvin C. Strong was born on March 14, 1960 in Macon County, Georgia to the late Mrs. Sweet Lee Strong and Mr. Willie Clarence Strong. He grew up in Montezuma and was a 1978 graduate of Macon County High School. After graduation, he served his country honorably in the United States Army.

Left to cherish his memory are two daughters and one son: Feleshia Yarbrough (Stanley) of Savannah, Georgia, Victor Strong and Marcilla Strong of Atlanta, Georgia; three grandchildren; six siblings: Tommy Strong (Crosby), Sammy Strong and Georgia Barrett of Atlanta, Georgia, Vencie Larry, Gladys Simpson and Willie Ruth Tennant (Paul) of Montezuma, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and friends.

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Mrs. Lucille Thomas Tucker of Americus, GA passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, August 13, 2020. Service arrangements will be announced later by West's Mortuary.

Mrs. Lucille Thomas Tucker was born on April 2, 1926. She was the daughter of the late Margaret Fossett Thomas Green (Arthur) and Edward Thomas. She was reared in New London, Maryland and educated at the St. Elizabeth Catholic School in Baltimore, MD.  Upon reaching adulthood, she met and joined in marriage the late Willie Dave Tucker. Together they were blessed with fourteen adorable children, nine boys and five girls.  

She was preceded in death by five of her children: Willie, Freddie, Arthur, Agnes, and (Infant) Tucker.

She is survived by nine children: Alex Tucker of Watsonville, CA, Albert Tucker of Weaver, AL, Alexia (Bobby) Woodham of Broxton, GA, Aletha (Robert) Hagans of Jacksonville, FL, Andrew (Angela) Tucker of Brunswick, GA, Anthony Tucker of Oakland, CA, Annette (Dwayne) Stephens of Americus, GA, Andre (Lisa) Tucker of Warner Robins, GA, and Antony Tucker of Americus, GA; her sister, Doris Thomas; sisters-in-law: Una Mae Thomas and Irene Tucker; brother-in-law, Henry Tucker; several nieces and nephews; twenty-five grandchildren; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; friends and family to cherish her loving memories.

The Graveside Service for Mr. Felton Jerome Johnson will be held on Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at Staley Memorial Gardens with Rev. Susie Tatum officiating.

On the beautiful day of July 4, 1961, I was blessed to be born to the now late, Thelma James Johnson and the late, Luther Johnson. They named me Felton Jerome Johnson.

At an early age, I accepted Jesus Christ as my personal Savior and joined the body of believers at the St. John AME Church, Plains, GA. I received my education in the public school system of Sumter County, GA, and graduated from Americus High School in 1980. I was an avid basketball player, and you could find me on the court, whether it be on McCoy Hill or the City Recreational League court. I was wherever the basketball was! I went on to further my education attending Fort Valley State University on a basketball scholarship in the position of point guard. I enjoyed life, and I enjoyed having the love of my children, family and friends.

On August 7, 2020, the Father spoke to me and said, “You have fought a good fight, you have finished the course, you have kept the faith.” Your mother, Thelma James Johnson and Father, Luther Johnson, await you. Your brother, James Johnson Jr, and your sister, Georgia Johnson, are also waiting for you. “…Enter into the joy of the Lord.”

Left to cherish my memories are my children: Anita Johnson Williams, Jonesboro, GA, Felton (Sheena) Johnson II, Montgomery, AL, Rashad Avery, Atlanta, GA, Kelton Davis, Forney, Tx and Malcolm Johnson, Riverdale, GA; my grandchildren: Eric Williams and Kylah Williams, Americus, GA, Daymian McCain, Favian Johnson, Jaedon Johnson, and Felton Johnson III, Montgomery, AL, and Jaylen Mills, Atlanta, GA; my brothers: Claude (Mary Ann) Johnson, Eddie Stephens, Hartford, CT and Douglas (Debra) Johnson, Powder Springs, GA; a devoted niece/sister: Gwynelle Johnson Mills, Glen Burnie, MD and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives also cherish my memories. 

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A Graveside service for Mr. Henry David Woods of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 11:00 at the Eastview Cemetery. Due to Covid-19 concerns, we ask that you please MASK UP and continue social distancing for your protection and for the safety of others.

Mr. Henry David Woods affectionately known as “Sonny” was born in Americus on February 10, 1948 to the parentage of the late Mr. O. C. Woods and Mrs. Ruby Lee Gary Woods. He retired from Reeves Construction Company after 38 years of dedicated service. He is married to Mrs. Anna Marie Hayes Woods. Sonny passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Monday, August 3, 2020.

Left to mourn his passing is his companion of over 40 years, Mrs. Anna Marie Woods; one daughter, Mrs. Chaunda (Torris) Calloway; his siblings: Ms. Annie Ruth Tookes, Mrs. Geneva (Roy) Mayes, Mrs. Bobbie Jean (Robert) McCoy, Ms. Erica (Demarrio) Sharper, Ms. Carolyn Davis Brown all of Americus, GA Mr. Daniel Woods of Americus, GA and Sir Edward Woods of Atlanta, GA; two aunts: Ms. Clara Daniels, Ms. Queenie Gary; grandchildren: Mr. Quashawn Hayes, Mr. Latraivios Hayes, Mr. Quandaerius Hayes, Mr. Devin Hayes, Ms. Shantoria Calloway; nieces: Ms. Ann Dean, Ms. Ginny Woods, Ms. Ruby (Travis) Woods, Ms. Aretha (Fred) Woods; nephews: Mr. Logan (Sharon) Tookes, Mr. Henry (Diane) Woods, Charles (Lisa) Tookes; two caring and dedicated nurses: Suzanne Nordwall and Loretta Turner; several other relatives and friends also survive. 

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A Graveside service for Ms. Agnes Elaine Tucker of Americus, Georgia will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at the Eastview Cemetery with Rev Carl Munns officiating. 

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Ms. Agnes Elaine Tucker was born on August 20, 1955 in Hinesville, Georgia to Mrs. Lucille Tucker and the late Willie D. Tucker. Agnes loved puzzles, reading and children, she was the neighborhood mom. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at the Phoebe-Sumter Medical Center.

Left to cherish her memory are her two children: Antonio (Tahisha) Tucker and Drexel (Reniesha) Tucker; her siblings:  Alex Tucker, Albert Tucker, Alexia (Bobby) Woodham, Aletha (Robert) Hagin, Andre (Lisa) Tucker, Antony Tucker, Andrew (Angela) Tucker, Anthony Tucker and Annette (Dwayne) Stephens; two aunts: Irene Tucker and Doris Thomas; one uncle, Henry Tucker; a special friend, Albert Mills; seven grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews and cousins. 

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