October31

Mrs. Eloise Rountree

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The Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Eloise Rountree of Macon, Georgia will be held Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, 1300 Washington Street, Perry, Georgia. Interment will follow at Willow Lake Cemetery, Fort Valley, Georgia.

 


October28

Ms. Paulette Regina Thomas

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The Celebration of Life Service for Ms. Paulette Regina Thomas of Snellville, Georgia will be held Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, 8620 Highway 26, East, Montezuma, Georgia.

Paulette Regina Thomas was born June 30, 1970, to Willie Grant, Jr. and Evelyn Thomas in Hartford, Connecticut. She was a devoted mother and sister. Paulette was employed with Kroger for over fifteen years.

Paulette, affectionately known as Pooh, was a genuine soul whose intentional and binding relationships with family and friends were a testament to her character. She was passionate about her sneaker collection and had a knack for discount shopping. Pooh spoke her mind clearly, and her love, accompanied by her radiant smile, was truly contagious. She loved deeply and was equally loved in return.

Paulette went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 28, 2024, while a patient at Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Grant, Jr. and Evelyn Thomas.     

She is survived by two children: Kyla Collins and Kyndra Collins of Snellville, Georgia; three brothers: Kevin Thomas (Gayle) of DeSoto, Texas, Matthew Harris of East Hartford, Connecticut, and Anthony Holloway (Faletta) of Japan; one sister, Carla Rogers (Lonnie) of Montezuma, Georgia; a special cousin, Towanda Sanders of Hartford, Connecticut; and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins that she loved very much.     

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October25

Mr. Charlie M Dukes, Jr.

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A Memorial Service for Charlie Will M. Dukes, Jr. of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 12:30 P.M. at Word of Faith Ministries on Forrest Street in Americus, Georgia.

Charlie Will M. Dukes, Jr. took his first breath in Americus, Georgia February 22, 1941. He was born to Charlie Will M. Dukes, Sr. and Cora Dukes. He was fondly called “Charlie Jr.”, “CD” and “Dukes” by family, friends and co-workers.  He attended Sumter County Public Schools and graduated from Sumter High School in 1959.  

In the early sixties, Charlie left Georgia for New Jersey to be closer to his paternal family.  In June of 1963 Charlie married Mariah Jackson, and from that union three beautiful girls were born, Andrea Janet, Roslyn Casandra and Makeba. Charlie worked in transportation for various companies as a driver. He was a proud union man and served as Chapter Chair for his union for several terms.  He owned and managed the Black Sox Baseball Team, CD Clothiers, and the CD Radio Show which played locally in Americus, Georgia in the early seventies.  Charlie retired as a bus driver in his early seventies due to kidney disease.

Charlie was a people person, and he loved to share his talents and gifts with others.  He loved music and was an accomplished jazz percussionist. He traveled the east coast playing gigs and performing in many jazz workshops. He was a great cook and an amazing grill master.  Some of his specialties were peach cobbler, macaroni and cheese, barbecue beef ribs, Yam-a-Lamb, and candied yams. His famous “Charlie Dukes Greens” and his “Charlie Dukes Sauce” were crowd pleasers.  In addition, he had a green thumb, and he grew luscious green gardens wherever he lived. He was recognized by the local newspaper in New Brunswick, New Jersey for his invaluable participation in the Community Garden.

In 1998, Charlie married Georgia Petterson, who he affectionately called “My Sweetie Pie”. During their marriage, they lived in New Jersey, Florida, and Georgia.  They enjoyed traveling and shared many common interests.  The Duke's often hosted events at their home and in the community.  Charlie gave his life to Christ while living in Florida. He was ordained a deacon and praised the Lord zealously until he quietly transitioned.  

Charlie was a huge sports fan. Some of his favorites were the New York Knicks, the Bullets, and the Cleveland Browns. His all-time favorite team was the Baltimore Ravens. He enjoyed representing his team and was often spotted wearing Ravens gear from head to toe. Charlie loved to be the center of attention and to entertain everyone. Whether it was cracking a joke or cutting a step, he was the life of the party.  He loved to make up silly songs where he would rap z as MD Scat. 

Charlie took his last breath in Americus, Georgia, his hometown he loved, the morning of October 25, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Will M. Dukes, Sr. and Cora Dukes, and his sister, Daisy Haynes. He leaves precious memories to be cherished by his wife of twenty-six years, Georgia Dukes; his daughters: Andrea Dukes, Roslyn Dukes, and Makeba Dukes-Gibbs (Keith Gibbs); his grandchildren: Jamahl A. Dukes, (Nekeya Dukes),  Kia Lawerence, Terrance Thomas,  Charity McMillan, and Nicole Wagner; a sister, Virginia Bell; great-grandchildren, cousins, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, friends and loved ones.


October20

Mr. Timothy Solomon

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The Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Timothy Solomon will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024, at Zion Grove Baptist Church, Montezuma, Georgia with Pastor Coley Clark officiating.

Mr. Timothy Solomon was born on January 16, 1962, in Montezuma, Georgia. At an early age he joined the Zion Grove Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend E.L. Clark.  He was a 1980 graduate of the Historic D.F. Douglass High School. For many years, he worked for the Southern Frozen Foods Waste Water Department.

Tim was also a mentor and volunteer coach for all sports at D.F. Douglass High School, Macon County High School, and the Macon County Recreation Department. Another high point of Tim’s career is that he maintained his certification as a certified GHSA referee for football, basketball, and baseball.

He was well known to his family as “Champ”. For many years, his melodious voice enabled him to be the spotlight at weddings. He was also one of the voices of the Gospel group, “The Crowns of Heaven”.

Timothy Solomon departed this life on October 20, 2024, in Americus, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his sister, Beulah Solomon; his father, Willie Lee Green, and Robert Tookes, who he loved dearly and affectionately called “Daddy”.

Tim leaves precious memories with his mother, Vera M. Hubbard Solomon of Montezuma, Georgia; his children: Timothy Solomon, Jr. of Oglethorpe, Georgia and Courtney Smith (Cassandra) of Fort Valley, Georgia; six grandchildren: Porshauna Draines, Timothy Solomon III, Jeremiah Solomon, Ja’Mir Solomon, Jaylon George, and Autumn Smith; his godchildren: Darneisha Ivey and Breonna Ivey; his brother and sisters: Eddie Green (Regina) and Sharon Lean Furlow both of Newark, New Jersey, Cynthia Diane Green and Sandra Louise Green both of Montezuma, Georgia; two brothers in-law: Johnny B. Law and Emmitt Brown of Montezuma, Georgia; uncles and aunts:  Jett (Barbara) Hubbert of Columbus, Ohio, Annie Lee Thomas, Myra Oliver, Hattie Hubbard, and Betty Jo McKenzie all of Montezuma, Georgia, and Mary Louise Collier of Warner Robins, Georgia; special cousins who were like brothers: Leonard Hubbard, Lugene Hubbard, and Terry Thomas; special friends who were like brothers: Rev. Dr. Jeffery Canady, Dr. Charles Ivey, Dr. Norman Carter, Coach Dexter Copeland and Coach James Brown; a host of nieces, nephews, special cousins, and special friends.

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October19

Ms. Sherryl Denise Postell

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Ms. Sherryl Denise Postell was born on October 26, 1969 in Americus, Georgia to the late Willie Woods and the late Annie Ruth Postell. Ms. Sherryl was educated in the Sumter County Schools System of Americus, Georgia.

Ms. Postell departed this life on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The Graveside Service for Ms. Sherryl Denise Postell of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at Eastview Cemetery on Ashby Street in Americus, Georgia.

She leaves to cherish her memory a loving daughter, Ms. Talika Postell and a loving grandson, Pharaoh Postell both of Americus, Georgia. 

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October19

Ms. Jessie Mae Kleckley

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Ms. Jessie Mae Kleckley of Leslie, Georgia passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at her home. The Graveside Service for Mrs. Kleckley will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 3:30 P.M. at Eastview Cemetery on Ashby Street in Americus, Georgia.

Jessie Mae Kleckley was born December 8, 1940, to the late Luther Bell and Rosa Lee Jordan. She was born and raised in Leslie, Georgia where she was a homemaker.

She is survived by six children: Johnny Jordan of Augusta, GA, Sylvester Jordan of Leslie, GA, Lee Edward Kleckley (Jana), Doris Smith (Kirkland), Doreatha Kleckley and Carolyn Kleckley all of Americus, Georgia.

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October19

Mr. James M. Wilson, Jr

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The Graveside Service for Mr. James M. Wilson, Jr. of Americus, Georgia will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Eastview Cemetery on Ashby Street in Americus, Georgia.

James Montrellis Wilson Jr., known as “Junior,” was born on October 7, 2006, in Americus, Georgia. Junior was a bright and caring soul who left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew him.

Junior was a student at Ombudsman Educational Services, where he was in the 11th grade. He enjoyed gaming and shared a close bond with his younger brother. With dreams of joining the Army after graduation, Junior’s playful spirit and deep love for his family will be deeply missed.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jeannette Dodson, Claude Dodson, and James Edward Wilson, as well as his brother, Malik Wilson.

Junior leaves behind many loved ones who will forever cherish his memory. He is survived by his parents, Carla Dodson and James Wilson Sr. (Tynesia); his great -grandmothers: Reather Stewart and Katherine Shaw; his grandmother, Carolyn Wilson; five great-aunts and three great-uncles.

He is also survived by his siblings: Caleb Dodson, Chariot Wilson, Montrellis Wilson, Jamesia Wilson, JaMarcus Wilson, Tre’Lia Wilson, Jameri Wilson, Zamar Pearson, Keasia Williams, Lamarcus Wiggins and Tamear Wiggins. His extended family includes his uncle, Antwan Wilson; his aunts: Velma Dodson, Latressa Dodson, and Anginette Dodson and Deneen Arnett; his devoted cousins: Aiyanna Brown, Kenyatta Dodson, Shakiya Wilson, Alana Wilson, Alayiah Wilson, and KD Wilson; three great aunts, four great uncles, and many cousins and friends.

 

 

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October11

Mr. James "Stone" Patterson

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The Celebration of Life Service for Mr. James David Patterson, 68, of Americus, Georgia will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Eastview Cemetery, Americus, Georgia.

James David Patterson, son of the late Rosa Mae Patterson and the late Frank Patterson, Sr. was born on December 27, 1955, in Americus, Georgia. James graduated from Union High School. He was a hard worker and dedicated most of his years to Woodgrain Millwork. James married his sweetheart, Gracie Whitehead in 1980. Together, they raised three beautiful daughters. James was a member of Old Shady Grove Baptist Church. James David Patterson passed away peacefully on October 11, 2024.

As a devoted husband and father, James is survived by his wife of forty-two years, Gracie; his children: Janetta Reddick (Willie) of Leesburg, Georgia and Brianna Elyse Patterson of Stockbridge, Georgia; his grandchildren: Alanna, Ayvah, and Alaiyah; his brothers: Gregory Patterson (Aretha), Reginald Patterson (Lasandra) of Americus, Georgia; his sisters: Viola Stallings of Wilson, North Carolina, Barbara Terry of Atlanta, Georgia, Debra Hall (John) of Enterprise, Alabama, and Patricia Jackson of Americus, Georgia; a devoted friend and cousin, Steve Calloway of Dublin, Georgia; and a host of nieces and nephews who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.

James was preceded in death by his parents Frank Patterson Sr. and Rosa Mae Patterson, his daughter Tiffany Renee’ Patterson, his brothers Lewis (Annie Ruth) Hawkins, Frank Patterson Jr, Stanley Wilson, JL Wilson, and Horrace Burkes, his sisters Nettie Pearl Sallett (Roy), Odessa Foster, Ella Mae Gant, Versola Valentine, Minnie Lee Patterson, and Rosa Mae Fuller, and his sister-in-law Rosalyn Alexander. 

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October11

Mr. George J. Harris

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Mr. George J. Harris of Fort Valley Georgia passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at his residence. The Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Harris will be held Thursday, October 17, 2024, at noon at Willow Lake Memorial Gardens, 1854 Willow Lake Road, Fort Valley, Georgia. 

George Harris was born on March 27, 1938, in Crawford County, Georgia to the late Mr. William Harris and the late Mrs. Rosa Harris. George transitioned late Friday evening on October 11, 2024.

George enlisted in the US Army at the early age of seventeen. After serving four years during the Vietnam era, he went to work as a civil servant at Robins Air Force Base. George served thirty-four years working for the Defense Distribution Depot as a Materials Handler Supervisor until his retirement April 30, 1999.

During George’s life, he was an entrepreneur of different facets in Fort Valley, Georgia and Roberta, Georgia. George served as a Deacon at Harris Chapel CME Church, Roberta Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Rosa Harris; brothers: David Matthews, Willie J. Harris, and Major Harris; and his sisters: Gladys Jefferson, Delma Burner, Colecie Blasingame, Rosa Mae Peterson, Marie Harris Lott, and Hazel Harris Lucas.

In 1983, he married Kitty Odom Harris. George and Kitty were married for forty-one years. George has three children: Gary (Felisa) Carithers, Kathleen, Georgia, Arlisha Harris, Byron, Georgia, Natasha Harris, Bossier City, Louisiana; six grandchildren: Amanda (Zachary) M. Carithers-Arnold of San Diego, California, Brandon N. Carithers of Lewisville, Texas, Aaliyah M. Carithers of Kathleen, Georgia, Ja Miya Chappell of Kathleen, Georgia, Andre McGhee of Fort Valley, Georgia, Adrian McGhee of Fort Valley, Georgia, Quamecia McKenzie of Bonaire, Georgia; two great-grandchildren: Ayden Paschal of Bonaire, Georgia and Madisyn Hill of Bonaire, Georgia.

Also left to celebrate his life are his siblings, Phedifa Boyer of Fort Valley, Georgia, Earline (Frank) Hollis of Roberta, Georgia, Hazel (Jerry) Simon of Steubenville, Ohio, Virginia Ages of Fort Valley, Georgia, Tony Solomon of Fort Valley, Georgia, and Gail Willis of Atlanta, Georgia; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.

 

 

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October08

Ms. Mae Eula Walker

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The Homegoing Celebration for Ms. Mae Eula Walker of Montezuma, Georgia will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Liberty Church of God By Faith on Pond Church Road in Oglethorpe, Georgia.

Ms. Mae Eula Walker, daughter of the late Mr. L.D. Walker and the late Ms. Eula Walker, was born on August 9, 1960. Mae Eula Walker, better known as “Nug”, was a homemaker for many years. She was an amazing mother and grandmother and a most loving person to all her family and friends.

Ms. Mae Eula Walker departed this life on October 8, 2024, while a patient at Upson Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her six brothers: Bennie Walker, Lewis Walker, James Walker, Hazel Walker, Westley Walker, and Willie B. Walker; three sisters: Gwenda Walker, Ira Walker, and Bessie Ruth Walker.

She leaves precious memories to be cherished by her daughters: Tiffany Walker (Terrance Patterson) and Charlotte Walker (Deon Merrell) both of Montezuma, Georgia, and Denesha Solomon of Reynolds, Georgia; five grandchildren: Khai’Madj Patterson of Atlanta, Georgia, Te’Ayzjha Patterson of Montezuma, Georgia, CaZiyah, Calen, and Caleb Solomon all of Reynolds, Georgia; two sisters: Mary Battle (Junior) of Oglethorpe, Georgia and Gloria McDonald of Lilly, Georgia; one brother, Phillip Walker of Montezuma, Georgia; two sisters-in-law: Arridean Walker of Montezuma, Georgia and Betty Walker of Oglethorpe, Georgia; one brother-in-law, Fred McKellar of Reynolds, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.  

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