Local Obituaries for Americus, Sumter County, Georgia
Lennick Marvin Slappey, Jr.
Feb 9, 2025
Lennick Marvin Slappey, Jr., 84, of Ellaville, GA passed away peacefully at his home on February 9, 2025.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Judy Slappey, his brother, Leon Slappey, his sister, Sharon Tatum, his three children, two step-daughters, and several grandchildren. Marvin loved his dog, his land, and his country.
A small, private family gathering will take place...
Irvin Jeryl Pinnell
Feb 8, 2025
Irvin Jeryl Pinnell, age 86 went to be with his Father in heaven on February 8, 2025. He was born on April 23, 1938 in Eastman, GA. He was the son of the late I.J. Pinnell and the late Lucile Pipkin Pinnell. The following beloved family members preceded him in death: brother, Leon Shaw Pinnell, paternal grandparents Levi Newton and...
Ainsworth Gatewood Dudley
Feb 5, 2025
Ainsworth Gatewood Dudley, Medical Doctor and Brigadier General, was born in Americus, Georgia on 5/25/1938 and passed away in his home in Americus, peacefully with his wife by his side, on 2/5/2025. He lived a long and full life. He was the second son to the late Ira Antoinette Gatewood Dudley and James Crawford Dudley, both from Americus. He was...
Charlene Sanders
Feb 2, 2025
Mrs. Charlene Lockhart Sanders, 91, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Perfect Care in Americus, Georgia.
Born on November 4, 1933 in Marian County Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Velma Lockhart. Mrs. Charlene worked many years as a hairdresser and was very hardworking in her business, helping several other hairdressers get started in their careers...
Robert Burgess Moss, Sr.
Jan 20, 2025
Mr. Robert "Bob" Burgess Moss, Sr., 94, of Plains, Georgia, passed away Monday, January 20, at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center.
Born on September 27, 1930 in Lincolnton, Georgia, he was the son of the late Weaver and Allene Moss. Better known as Bobby to many and as PePa to his family, he lived his life in service to God, family and...
Cora Mae Mizio
Jan 18, 2025
The homecoming of Cora Mae Mizio was January 18, 2025. She was met at heavens gate by her husband Edwin, and son, Steven, who preceded her in death. Cora, at the age of 98, died peacefully after a short illness at the home of her daughter, Alice, and her husband, in White Oak, Georgia surrounded by several family members. She...
Warren Freneau Hodges
Jan 9, 2025
Warren Freneau Hodges, Sr., 85, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at his home in Americus, Georgia.
Born on November 13, 1939 in Americus, Georgia, he was the son of the late John and Mattie Hodges. Mr. Warren enjoyed farming and fishing. He was an avid farmer and was passionate about teaching his sons and grandsons all that he could...
Gary James Gilbert
Jan 4, 2025
Gary James Gilbert, 63, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at his home in Americus, Georgia.
Born on July 9, 1961 in Americus, Georgia, he was the son of the late Billy Joe Gilbert and Mildred Luvin. Gary enjoyed camping, fishing, and was a history buff as well as an avid sports fan, especially the Atlanta Braves. After attending Plains High...
Talbert Maurice Walker
Jan 4, 2025
Talbert Maurice Walker, 53, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at his home in Doerun, Georgia.
Tal was born on August 10, 1971 in Tifton, Georgia. He was the son of the late Mordecai “Deke” Walker and Irene Manning Walker. He worked with his father’s crop-dusting business for over twenty years where his love for flying blossomed. He loved his father...
Patricia Stephens Scott
Jan 2, 2025
Patricia Stephens Scott, born on December 27, 1954, went home to join her late husband, James F. Scott, Sr. on January 2, 2025 at her home in Oglethorpe, Georgia.
She is survived by her kids, Virginia Summerlin, Jeffery Scott (Sherry), Melissa Hernandez (Reberto), Jamie Underwood, James Scott Jr. (Tabatha); eleven grandkids; and two brothers.
She was loved by many and will be...
Alice Cagle Fuller
Dec 30, 2024
Alice Cagle Fuller, 95, passed away Monday evening, December 30, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Plains, Georgia.
Born on August 22, 1929 in Phil Campbell, Alabama she was a daughter of the late Evett and Mattie Cagle. Mrs. Alice was a lifelong resident of Americus, Georgia. She married the love of her life, Harry T. Fuller, and they spent 67...
Stephen Lamar Stanfield
Dec 24, 2024
Stephen “Steve” Lamar Stanfield, 77, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Auburn, Alabama. Born on February 19, 1947, in Marietta, Ohio, Steve was the son of the late Robert Clifford Stanfield and Catherine Wacker Stanfield. Steve’s father was a construction manager and because of his job, the family moved to many different states before settling in Chamblee, Georgia when...
Daniel Lee Saucier
Dec 22, 2024
“Do not let yourself be bothered by the inconsequential. One has only so much time in this world, so devote it to the work and the people most important to you, to those you love and things that matter.” - Louis L'Amour
Daniel Lee Saucier, 70, formerly of Enfield, Connecticut, and more recently of Americus, GA, peacefully entered into eternal rest...
Leonora Blackburn Shumake Jones
Dec 17, 2024
Mrs. Leonora Blackburn Shumake Jones, age 95, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at her home in Americus.
Funeral services are planned for 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 21, at Cornerstone Church with Pastor Kevin Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening between the hours of 6:00 & 8:00 PM at...
Jane McDaniel Fullerton
Dec 16, 2024
It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Janet McDaniel Fullerton on December 16th, 2024, at the age of 74. She was the best mother anyone could ask for, always there for us when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance.
Jane spent her early life in Southwest Georgia and...
Jasinta Campos Soto De Reyna
Dec 4, 2024
Jasinta Campos Soto De Reyna, 77, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center in Americus, Georgia.
Born on November 4, 1947 in Durango Mexico, she was the daughter of the late Juan Campos and Refugia Soto.
She is survived by her loving husband, Jose Angel Reyna Gonzalez; her daughters, Yesenia Reyna Campos, Merisela Reyna Campos, and Silvia Reyna...
Linda Lee Pipkin
Dec 1, 2024
Mrs. Linda Lee Pipkin, 63, passed away Sunday morning, December 1, in Shellman, Georgia.
Born on October 16, 1961 in West Palm Beach, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Ann Orton. Known as “Aunt Linda” to everyone, she loved spending time with her friends and family and enjoyed dancing.
She is survived by her daughter, Monica Cooper (Tim);...
Gladys Sutton Stewart
Nov 28, 2024
Mrs. Gladys Sutton Stewart, age 93, passed away on Thursday evening, November 28, 2024 at The Gardens at Calvary in Columbus.
Funeral services are planned for 11:30 AM on Monday, December 2, from the chapel of Hancock Funeral Home, 427 S. Lee St., with Chaplain Neil Stevens officiating, and visitation beginning at 11:00 AM. A private burial will follow at Sunset...
Wilder Rucker Smith
Nov 19, 2024
James Wilder Rucker Smith (35) passed away Tuesday evening November 19th, 2024, at his home in Virginia Highlands, Atlanta, Georgia. He was born in Americus, Georgia on April 13th, 1989, to Jincy (Binky) Blair and Richard Rucker Smith. He is survived by his parents, three sisters: Madison, Mason and Rose, and two brothers: Zachary and Oscar. He is also survived...
Mary Alice Vinson
Nov 13, 2024
Mary Alice Vinson, 86, of Americus, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Phoebe Sumter.
Born on October 5, 1938 in Americus, Georgia to the late Leonard and Mary Abell. She was a member of Byne Baptist Church. She previously worked for the MCLB.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 20, at 1:00PM at Sunset Memorial Gardens...
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