A Graveside service for Mr. Charles Anthony Bridges will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Eastview Cemetery with Rev. Donovan Coley officiating

Charles Anthony Bridges journey began July 12, 1974. He was a loving dad, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend.  He was born July 12, 1974 in Americus, GA.   He was the son of the late Joann Angrish Baker and his loving father James Edward Bridges.

Anthony Charles as he was affectionately called, was educated in the Sumter County School System. He was employed at the Green Bean Plant in Americus, GA. He was devoted to his family and friends.

Charles is survived by two loving sons: Zydarrion Bridges and Davonte Davis; one daughter, Keiera Bridges; two brothers: James  (Sharonda) Angrish and Gene Jackson; two sisters: Tyanna L. Bridges and Tyerica N. Bridges;  uncles and aunts: Rev. Robert (Marsha) Angrish, Gary (Mary Ann) Angrish, Thomas (Sharon) Angrish, Christopher Denmark, Joe Bridges, Emory (Betty) Bridges, Raymond (Debra) Bridges, Joanne (Robert) Mack, Irene (Lawrence) Britt, Barbara Burns, Ella Tyner, Bethra Tyner, Annie Angrish. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; A devoted friend, Lakeisha Bowens and Kids; Loving and devoted nephew; Damion Jones, Christopher Bowens and Deandre Bowens.  

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Gloria Joan Conrey (Westfall), 78, of Americus, Georgia passed away peacefully to her heavenly home while at Perfect Care Nursing Center on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. Gloria was born on August 15, 1942, in Royal Oak, MI to the late Leonard and Dorothy (Swaringen) Westfall. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Violet Brickler of Springfield, IL and Jerrie Lou Nowlin of Sylva, NC.

Surviving are her children: Barbara Joan Hamilton of Menifee, CA, John Leonard Gates (Terrie) of Riverton, IL and Robbin Dorothy (Bob) Stanton of Springfield, IL; siblings: Barbara Jensen of Fort Wright, KY, Dale Westfall of Roscommon, MI, William Westfall of Fairview, MI and Carolyn Irelan of Owosso, MI.  She had three grandchildren and is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Gloria went to school in Roscommon, Michigan and Grayling, Michigan, where she was on the cheerleading team. She made friends everywhere she went. In her early years she was an elevator operator at Leland Hotel in Springfield. In Florida she was an outstanding waitress for many years. Gloria finally settled in Georgia in her later years where she ran a successful storage unit business. Gloria loved cats, especially her cat Angel and her dog Termite.  She volunteered at the Stone Mountain Humane Society.  She also worked at the Republican Headquarters in Virginia answering phones and greeting people. Cremation has taken place and no funeral services are planned at this time.

Mr. Barney Mann, Jr. was born on December 2, 1951 to the late Mattie K. Cannon and the late Barney Mann, Sr. Barney peacefully passed away on April 13, 2021 at the Magnolia Manor Nursing Home.

Left to cherish his memories are two sisters: Mary Glover Belser of Atlanta, Georgia and Linda Mann Berry of Americus, Georgia; two brothers-in-law: Lawrence Belser of Atlanta, Georgia and Robert Berry of Americus, Georgia; three nieces: Tamika Smith of Atlanta, Georgia, Valerie Mann of Riverdale, Georgia and Carissa Mann of Americus, Georgia: a nephew, Samuel A. Smith of Atlanta, Georgia; great niece, Nashia Smith of Atlanta, Georgia; a great nephew, DeAngelo Smith of San Antonio, Texas; several other relatives and friends also survive.

The Graveside Service for Mr. Fred Warren of Oglethorpe, Georgia will be held Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Andersonville National Cemetery, 496 Cemetery Road, Andersonville, Georgia. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you MASK UP and continue to practice social distancing for your protection and for the safety of others.

Fred Warren was born on March 17, 1951 to the late Eula Mae Warren and the late Muchie Warren, Sr. After graduating from D.F. Douglass High School, he served his country honorably in the US Army and The Marine Corps. Fred passed away on April 7, 2021 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his siblings: John Lewis, Eva Mae Howard, Hattie Mae McKinney, Muchie Warren, Jr. and Mahazie Hamilton.

Fred leaves precious memories to be cherished by his daughter, Daronda Coley of Decatur, Georgia; five siblings: Mary Daniels and husband J.C. of Atlanta, Georgia, Lelia Walker and Jessie Warren of Montezuma, Georgia, Ernestine Robinson and Celestine Thornton of Jacksonville, Florida; three grandchildren: Elijah Coley, Daisy Coley and Mahazia Moore;  a host of other relatives and friends.

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A Graveside Service for Corporal Tony Anthony Harris will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Staley Memorial Gardens in Americus, GA. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you please MASK UP and continue practicing social distancing for your safety and for the protection of others.

Tony Anthony Harris was born on October 28, 1978 in Americus, GA to Doris West Harris and the late Romeo Harris, Jr. Tony attended Americus High School and graduated in June of 1998. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served honorably for four years. He also served in the U.S. Air Force for two years. Tony was recently employed by KFC. Lance Cpl. Harris passed away on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center in Americus, GA. He was preceded in death by his father, Romeo Harris Jr; grandfather, Romeo Harris Sr.; two grandmothers, Lonnie Harris and Arlie Lue Bryant; and his uncle, Charles Bryant.

He is survived by his children: Anastasia Harris and David Harris; his mother, Doris Harris; his siblings: Jesse (Ann) Jackson Jr., Tammie Harris and LaShana Green; uncles: Mackel (Lynette) Harris, William Bryant and Eric B. Harris; aunts: Virgirie Thomas, Nancy (Alf) Robinson and Tracey Green; nieces: Shambreka Greene, Sharonda Harris and Shakema Waters; a nephew, Armand Green Jr.;  two great nephews: Shawn Cantrell and Sebastian Harris and one great niece, Skylar Harris; two devoted cousins: Anthony West and Dannetta West; and a devoted friend, Ms. Shantel Harris.

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A Graveside Service for Mr. Esco Whitlock, III of Americus, GA will be held on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the Eastview Cemetery with Pastor George F. Monts officiating

Esco “Man” Whitlock, III was born on June 25, 1967 to Esco Whitlock Jr. and the late Mary France Whitlock in Americus, Georgia. He received his formal education from Americus High School in Americus Georgia. After high school, he went on to Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center in Morganfield, Kentucky where he obtain his GED and a Plumbing Certification. After leaving Job Corps, Esco returned home and began working at Harvey’s Grocery Store, where he eventually became a Stocking Manager. 

To family Esco was known as “Man” and to friends, he was known as “Sco”. Those who truly knew him whether by “Man” or “Sco”, knew him to be a quiet soul but friendly and kind. Regardless of the name you called him, he enjoyed his life and lived his life to the fullest. Family and Friends who loved him, knows his faith was always in God. He was preceded in death by his loving mother Mary Frances. Esco died on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA.

Esco leaves to cherish his memories to his devoted family and friends. Father, Esco Whitlock Jr. of Smithville, GA; a son, Esco Mel Hurt and daughter, Pricilla Ann Hurt of Americus, GA; sisters: Pamela Denise Whitlock (Sherman) of Americus, GA, Linda Marie Smith (Jerome) of Americus, GA and Ashley Nicole Whitlock of Smithville, GA; brothers: Johnny Dean Durham (Terisa) of Americus, GA and Terrence Whitlock (Tamiko) of Albany, GA; grandchildren, Kikurhea Mumford and Jerimiah Tyson. A host of aunts, nephews, nieces, and cousins. Special friends, Luther and Melissa Bess and John “Billy” Monts.

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The Graveside Service for Mr. Timothy Jerome Brown of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 3:30 P.M at the Bethlehem Cemetery with Pastor George Frank Monts officiating.

On July 12, 1983 a humble and radiant spirit named Timothy Jr. was born in Sumter County Georgia to the parentage of Timothy Brown Sr. and Sherry Arnett Morgan and they Affectionately called him “Mann”. Tim was educated in the public schools of Sumter County. He loved the Lord and at a young age accepted Christ as his personal savior and attending church under the pastorage of Rev. George F. Monts. He was united in holy matrimony on October 29, 2012 to Ms. Matilda Wade Brown.

“Mann” was known for his cooking and being the man with the Culinary Plan. He was a dedicated employee of Madea’s Bakery and Diner.  He enjoyed riding his bicycle, playing basketball, and spending time with his family.    

On Thursday March 25, 2021 our beloved peacefully slipped away. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Willie D. and Dorothy Solomon and McArthur Monts. His paternal grandfather William Brown.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving and devoted wife Matilda Wade Brown. His loving step- mother Mrs. Kimberly Brown of Mobile, Alabama. Three sisters Ms. Jayshree Wilborn of Leesburg, Florida, Ms. Danielle Brown of Albany, Georgia, and Ms. Amber Callaway of Americus, Georgia; His loving sweet grandmother Ms. Ethel Brown of Americus, Georgia; his father-in law, Mr. Dennis Wade of Americus, Georgia; his loving, faithful, and dedicated uncle & stand in the gap father Kenneth T. Solomon; His loving aunts: Ms. Angela Merritt, Ms. Alicia Harvey, Ms. Queen Gibson, Ms. Dorothy Jean Mathis, all of Americus, Georgia, and Ms. Marilyn Manse of Kissimmee, Florida; his uncles: Mr.  Lorenzo Brown (Phyllis) of Albany, Georgia, and Kenneth Monts of Plains, Georgia;  one great uncle, Deacon Ralph Morgan of Americus, Georgia; his sisters-in-law, Ms. Sarah Wade of Buena Vista, Georgia and  Ms. Mary Merritt of Atlanta, Georgia; one brother-in– law, Mr. Joe Wade of Warner Robins, Georgia; his loving nephews: K’marion Banks Leesburg, Florida, Mr. Charles Welborn, Buena Vista, Georgia, Mr. Kenneth Wade, Atlanta, Georgia and Mr. Cedric Davidson of Columbus, Georgia; Loving and devoted cousins Pastor George F. Monts (Debra), Ms. Stella Ford, Mr. Kyle (Jasmine) Sims all of Americus, Georgia; Mrs. LaDonna Brown Barthell (Bobby) of all Albany, Georgia, Mr. Reggie Merritt Jr. (Angelica) of Augusta, Georgia and Mr. Victor Powell (Jamarkisa) of Austin, Alabama.  A host of other relatives and many sorrowing friends also survived. 

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Mrs. Lula “Bell” Battle was born on June 5, 1944 to Mr. Emory Battle and Mrs. Jessie Bell Battle. Lula was a very lively, active and outspoken lady. She would witness the goodness of the Lord to whoever she came in contact with while walking the streets of Americus nearly every day. Lula’s health failed on September 20, 2020. It was a long journey but she made it home. Lula was preceded in death by her father Mr. Emory Battle, her mother Mrs. Jessie Bell Battle, and two brothers Mr. Arthur Lee Battle and Mr. Willie Lee Battle.

She leaves to cherish her memories one son, Mr. Bobby Lee Battle of Atlanta, Georgia; three sisters: Mrs. Pearl Williams of Americus, Georgia, Mrs. Virginia Sampson of Los Angeles, California and Mrs. Ethel Register of Columbus, Georgia; one brother, Mr. John Lee Battle of Plains, Georgia; one granddaughter, Jalisa Thomas; three great grandsons: Montavious Thomas, Monti Holley and Ky’mon McCoy all of Americus, Georgia; two sisters-in-law: Mrs. Inez Battle and Mrs. Mary Pearl Battle of Plains, Georgia; two devoted friends: Mr. Bill and Mrs. Ann Harris of Americus, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

A Graveside  Service will be held on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at the Eastview Cemetery.

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Julia Kate Andrews was born in Darien, GA, to the late Gratt Jr. and Julia Dukes on December 25, 1943.The family moved to Ft. Lauderdale FL, later moved to Pompano Beach, where Julia attended Blanche Ely High School, graduating with the class of 1963.

In 1967, Julia married the love of her life, William Andrews, Jr.  To this union, three beautiful children were born. They were married for 54 years. He preceded her in death in December 2020.  Julia was a proud employee of the Unites States Postal Service.  She was employed there for 30 years.  She made many friends and her co-workers adored her. Julia joined the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church and attended services faithfully until retiring and relocating to Americus, Georgia where she was a member of Union Tabernacle Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Larry Sims. In Americus, Julia became an entrepreneur, venturing in a few businesses that kept her occupied. Julia enjoyed helping others and spending time with family and friends. She was usually the life of the family gatherings.  She was funny, loving, and loved being around family. 

Over the years, Julia’s health began to decline, but she kept her spirits up.  On March 23, 2021, God called his angel Julia home. A huge void has been left in the family she left behind, but we know she is in a better place. Her caring and nurturing ways will be missed by all.

Julia is survived by her children: William Leonard “Nard” Andrews, Trecia Jasper and Dwayne Andrews; son-in-law, Mick Jasper; grandchildren: Kanarvis Andrews and Sophie Jasper; great-granddaughter, Ka’Maria and great-grandson, Chris Andrews, Jr.; sisters: Mattie B. Walker, Annie Rozier, Martha Blue and Connie Dukes; sister-in-law, Allie Mae Dukes; a host nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Her grandson, Chris Andrews, preceded her in death.  She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Mark and Gratt Dukes.  

Due to COVID-19, a Celebration of Julia’s life will be announced in the future. 

Mr. Ronald Josey affectionately known as "Bullet" was born on March 24, 1959 to the late Clarence Josey, Jr. and Leila M. Josey in Americus, Sumter County, GA. He attended Americus city schools and worked previously for the City of Americus and various furniture/moving companies until disability retirement. Ronald was known for helping family members and friends with their furniture moving needs. He was appreciated by many for his kindness and assistance.  In the early morning of Tuesday, March 23, 2021 he passed away in the company of his beloved niece Ms. Amber Josey Caldwell his caretaker.  Besides his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by his brother, Anthony Earl Josey, aunts Ms. Annie Kate Josey, Mrs. Estelle Josey Willis, Mrs. Margaret Mercer, Ms. Alma White; uncles Mr. Charlie Josey, Mr. Leroy Josey, Mr. Clifford Josey, and  Mr. Charles Josey; grandmothers Mrs. Eula Mae Josey and Mrs. Mae Belle Cox.

He leaves to mourn his loss a sister Mrs. Deborah (Joseph) Josey Smith, Macon, GA; three brothers, Mr. Clarence Josey, III, Americus, GA, Mr. Ernest M. (Carolyn) Josey, Buena Vista, GA, and Mr. John F. Josey of Atlanta, GA. Three nieces, Ms. Amber Josey Caldwell, Mrs. Leila Jones (Bradley) Small, and Ms. Rayven Josey Burks. Five aunts, Ms. Doris Josey, Mrs. Viola (James) Bridges, and Ms. Ozella White all of Americus, Mrs. Willie Josey, Belle Glade, FL, Mrs. Addie Pearl Josey, South Carolina,.  Three great-nieces and two great-nephews. Devoted cousins Mr. Eddie and Alice Mercer; devoted friends James Mann, Ms. Stacey Reynolds, Mark Pollard, Mr. Ezella Harper, Gloria Dean Reynolds, Ulysses Harper and a host of cousins and friends also survive.