The Graveside Service for Mr. Kenneth Jerome Jones of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Eastview Cemetery with Rev. James E. Laster officiating. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you please MASK UP and continue to practice social distancing for your protection and for the safety of others. 

Mr. Kenneth Jones, known by many as “KC,” was born in Sumter County, Georgia on October 8, 1960 to the late Mr. Johnny Jones and the late Mrs. Savannah Bell Jones.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two siblings, Margaret Styles Leigh and Johnny Jones, Jr.

At an early age, Kenneth joined St. Paul Baptist Church, Vienna Highway, Sumter County.  Kenneth received his education in the public schools of Sumter County and was employed with Woodgrain Millwork/Designs of Americus and self- employed for many years.  A lover of the outdoors, Kenneth enjoyed basketball, fishing, gardening, and planting/growing flowers. “KC” passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 25, 2021.

He will be missed by his loving family which includes two sisters: Ms. Minnie Dean Caple, Brooklyn, New York and Mrs. Rosetta (James E.) Laster, Virginia Beach, VA; beloved nieces: Diane Jones and Melissa Leigh; much-loved nephew, Westlow Jerome Caple, Jr.; a special cousin, Leroy Henderson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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Interment Service for Dr. Louise Scott Murray will be held on Monday July 19, 2021 at 1:00 at Eastview Cemetery. Public viewing can be done at our walkup window on Sunday from 12:00 until 7:30 and on Monday from 9:00 to 12:00.

Dr. Louise Scott Murray was born in Americus, Georgia on February 14,1936 to the parents of Clifford and Laura Lee Bell Scott Ragans. Dr. Murray became a Florida resident until she was called home to be with Jesus on July 7, 2021.

She attended Staley High in Americus, Georgia. After coming to Florida, she attended Lindsey Hopkins and graduated with an LPN medical certificate, she then furthered her education in theology and graduated with a Doctorate in Theology. She  later received a Bachelor’s in Religious Arts in Biblical Studies, Master’s of Religious Art in Christian Counseling and a Dr. of Ministry, all of which were from Jacksonville’s Theological Seminary. During her lifetime, she served as a nurse for 36 years. She started at Parkway General, which is presently known as Jackson North Hospital. During her tenure there she was recognized by the Chief of Medicine and promoted to the Pharmacy Department. Some years later, Dr. Murray was promoted to Head Nurse at Miami Heart Institute in Miami Beach, Florida.

Dr. Murray’s heart was in singing, she was a “song bird”. She sang solos, sang in choirs and duets. She was also a recording artist. She joined the Soul Saving Station located in Opa-Locka, Florida in 1971 until she retired in 2014, because of failing health.

She loved to preach to all who would lend an ear. She especially loved to visit the sick and the shut in and was heavily involved in community service by taking bread and baked goods to those in need.

Her close-knit family included her husband, Earnest Murray, who preceded her in death. Her children Willie Prince Jr., Lester Prince, Ervin Prince, John Wesley Prince, who preceded her in death, and Emory Prince. Her sister, Pastor Eddie Mae Hood; sister-in-law Cynthia Murray; brothers-in-law, Tom Murray and James Trimble Sr.; brothers and sisters preceding her in death are Ada Mann, Amos Ragans, Georgia Lee Ragans, Mary Alice Ragans, Clifford Ragans Junior, Ellen Pringle, Ludy Monts, and Florence James; and a host of grands, great-grands, nieces and nephews and godchildren

The Graveside Service for Ms. Mary Ellen Covington of Montezuma, Georgia will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 11:00 A. M. at New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery, 8620 GA Hwy 26 E, Montezuma, Georgia. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you please MASK UP and continue to practice social distancing for your protection and for the safety of others.

Ms. Mary Ellen Loftly Covington, daughter of the late Mollie Kaigler Loftly and L. B. Loftly, Sr. was born on April 23, 1942, in Montezuma, Georgia. She grew up in Montezuma and attended the historic Flint River Farms School. As a young adult, she was employed at Southern Frozen Foods. Later she moved to Orlando, Florida then to Madison, Florida and worked various jobs before relocating to her hometown of Montezuma to be with family and friends.

Mary Ellen departed this life on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Phoebe Sumter Hospital in Americus, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mollie Kaigler Loftly and L.B. Loftly; her son, Willie C. Loftly; and her brothers: Benjamin Loftly, L.B. Loftly, Jr. and Edward Loftly.

Precious memories will always remain with her loving family which includes her grandson, Ke'Andre Jarod Springer; her sisters: Burnell Story and Lounell Rackley (Leonard) of Montezuma, Georgia; her brother: Boisey Loftly (Bessie) of Oglethorpe, Georgia; a devoted friend, A.W. Joiner of Montezuma, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and friends. 

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The Graveside Service for Miss Lillie Ruth Pace of Americus, Georgia will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. at Staley Memorial Gardens. For your protection and the safety of others, please mask up and continue to practice social distancing.

Miss Lillie Ruth Pace was born on November 18, 1933, in Americus, Georgia to the late John Henry Pace and the late Fannie Laster Burkes. She was educated in the public schools of Americus, Georgia and graduated in 1952 from Staley High School. She was a member of Campbell Chapel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church since the age of fourteen, where she held many roles and never declined to serve in any capacity.  She was committed to praising God as she sang in the Adult Choir and fulfilled her duties as a stewardess, trustee, and missionary worker. She continued to read and study the Bible even during her sickness and attend Bible study and prayer service.  Miss Pace retired from Davidson Manufacturing Company after 20 years of service.   

Miss Lillie Ruth Pace departed this life on July 11, 2021. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Willie Robert Pace and her great grandson, Jayden Terrence Johnson.

Left to cherish her memory are four daughters and two sons: Sergeant Major (Ret) Rosa M. Pace of Fayetteville, Georgia, Ms. Bonnie Williams of Tacoma, Washington, Ms. Fannie E. Anthony and Ms. Lisa D. Pace of Americus, Georgia, Sergeant First Class (Ret) Ronald S. Pace of Seattle, Washington and Mr. Dennis Pace (Tamyra) of Decatur, Georgia; ten grandchildren: Chief Warrant Officer Four (Ret) Michael Anthony (Lakeya) of Killeen, Texas, Ms. India Pace of Decatur, Georgia,  Mr. Eric S. Anthony of Atlanta, Georgia, Mr. Kofi Goseer of Tacoma, Washington,  Mrs. Elise Williams (Tye Isles) of San Francisco, California, Mr. Kelvin Pace (Yvette) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Mr. Ron Pace (Shanna) of Stafford, Virginia, Mr. Marcus Pace (Nereyda) of Seattle, Washington,  Dr. Fanesia Johnson (David) of Americus, Georgia, and Mr. Jamaal Anthony (Christina) of Americus, Georgia; twenty-two great grandchildren and one great great grandchild; a host of cousins, other relatives, and God children, Mr. Robert Williams,  Ms. Vivian Patterson, and Ms. Debra Brinson all of Americus, Georgia.

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The Graveside Service for Mrs. Ruth Angry Perry will be held on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 11:00 at Eastview Cemetery, Americus, Georgia with Reverend Anthony Dunning officiating. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you MASK Up and continue to practice social distancing for your safety and for the protection of others.

On October 19, 1943, a beautiful and caring spirit was welcomed into the world, when Ruth Angry Perry was born in Americus, Georgia to Charlie and Ruth Thelma Angry. At a young age she joined Jerusalem Grove Baptist Church of Smithville, Georgia.

Ruth Angry Perry passed away on June 30, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Henry L Perry; three brothers: Charlie Angry, Jr, Willie C. Angry and George Angry; her granddaughter, Kristana Perry; and one niece, Rose Brantley.

Her life and love will be remembered by her loving and devoted children: Imogene Angry, Freddie Perry and Mary Perry all of Americus, Georgia; one sister, Thelma Brantley of Americus, Georgia; three brothers: Johnny Angry of Americus, Georgia, Jessie (Elaine) Angry of Smithville, Georgia and Sanford (Dorothy) Angry of Americus, Georgia; one uncle, William Green of Americus, Georgia; four aunts: Mary Green and Lillie Mae Merritt both of Americus, Georgia, Bertha Mae Evans of Miami, Florida and Collie Mae Williams of Sumter City, Georgia; four grandchildren: Miranda McCray, Kimberley McCray, Christopher Perry and De’Andriele Perry all of Americus, Georgia; four great grandchildren, eleven nieces and ten nephews. A host of great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 

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The Funeral Service for Mr. J.C. Oliver of Byromville, Georgia will be held Friday, July 2, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Holiness Church, 324 Engram Street, Montezuma, Georgia with Elder Michael Coley officiating.  Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you MASK UP and continue practicing social distancing for your safety and for the protection of others.

J.C. Oliver was born to the parentage of the late Isiah and Delia Green Oliver.  Until his health failed, he was a faithful deacon at First United Holiness Church in Montezuma, Georgia.  For twenty-one years, J.C. was the co-owner of Macon County Cleaners in Montezuma, Georgia.  He retired from Mullite of America (Mulcoa) of Andersonville.  He also worked at Lilliston of Cordele, Georgia, McKenzie Freezing Plant of Montezuma, Georgia.  J.C. also worked in the pulpwood industry, construction work, plumbing and carpentry industry in Macon County and Dooly County. 

J.C. was the youngest of six children who all preceded him in death:  Bertha Smith, Willie Kate Smith, Sam Oliver, Sr., Milton Milton and Lula B. Childs; He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Iradean Oliver; one goddaughter, Linda Cephus; one granddaughter, Shelvia Bailey; and one great-grandson, Kyree Wallace Young. 

Left with cherished memories are:  his wife of 64 years, Hettie K. Jordan Oliver; his children:  Willie (Cornelia) Oliver, Isiah (Melody) Oliver, Ralph (Karen) Oliver, Kenneth (Evelyn) Oliver, Sr., Michael (Marie) Oliver, Gloria J. Oliver, Selma (Kenneth) Whitaker and Sheila Clinton; other children:  Dorothy Jones, Willie (Carolyn) Childs, Eddie Childs, John Childs and Ann (Wayman) Jessie; god-daughter, Cassandra (Howard) James;  seventeen grandchildren: Letita (Tommy) Henry, Stephanie Bailey, Ralph (Courtney) Oliver, Jr., Lazensky Oliver, Latasha (Thomas) Felder, Kenneth (Chris) Oliver, Jr., Chantilly (Antwann) Cross, Malencia (George) Almond, Janescia Harvey, Leah Oliver, Demetria (Terrence) Atkinson, Clodelia Mack, Dallas (MC) Gordon, Nefirtary Oliver, Milandria Oliver, Darius Clinton and Jamie (Ricardo) Hinds; sixteen great-grandchildren; mother-in-law, Josephine (Freddie) Arscott; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law:  Annie Ruth Oliver, Ralph Jordan, Franklin (Anita) Jordan, Sr., Joseph (Claretha) Jordan, Sr., James Jordan, Robert (Linda) Turner, David (Geraldine) Turner, Arther (Mae) Jordan, Ronnie Jordan, Ruby Williams, Catherine Butler and Callie Turner; other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends, including three special ladies of the First United Holiness Church:  Elder Jessie Mae Canady, Mother Gussie Harris and Sister Iris Ridley. 

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The Graveside Service for Mr. William Eugene Harris of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Staley Memorial Gardens. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you MASK UP and continue practicing social distancing for your safety and for the protection of others.

Mr. William Eugene Harris was born in Sumter County, Georgia, on March 16, 1938, to the parentage of the late Mr. Alfred “Perry” Harris and the late Mrs. Ruby Lee Wooden Harris. He was the fifth child born to this union.

William is preceded in death by five brothers, Mr. Oliver Harris, Mr. Alfred Harris, Jr., Mr. McKinley Harris, Mr. John E. Harris, Mr. Fred Harris, one sister, Mrs. Nancy Harris Hall, and four children: Thomas William Harris, Eugene Hodge, Priscilla Harvey, and Rick Daniel.

Being raised and nurtured in a Christian home, he attended Sunday school and church during his childhood years at Long Branch A.M.E. Church. He accepted Christ as His Lord and Savior and made Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church his church home.

His major employment was with Oxford Motor Company in Americus. After working for numerous years, he retired and helped on the Daniel Farm. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. On Tuesday, June 22, 2021, William peacefully transitioned to his eternal home.

His legacy of love and care will forever be cherished by his loving wife of 53 years, Mrs. Mattie Sue Protho Harris of Americus, Georgia; his children, Mrs. Pamela Harris (Willie) Bryant of Americus, Georgia; Mrs. Jennie Harris (Edward) Greene, of Leslie, Georgia; Mr. Dwight (Sandra) Harris of Americus, Georgia; Mr. Robert Harvey, Jr., of Americus, Georgia; and Mr. William Eugene (Amelia) Harris of Lake City, Florida Mrs. Penny (Connie) Mallory of Albany, GA, and Mr. Kenneth Williams of Virginia; two brothers, Reverend Norris (Pam) Harris and Reverend Gerald (Martha) Harris, both of Americus, Georgia; five sisters, Ms. Fannie Harris Butler and Ms. Kathleen Harris Monts, both of Americus, Georgia, Mrs. Ruby (Clyde) Harris Maddox of Riverside, California, Ms. Janice Marie Harris and Reverend Sherryl Harris Sneed, both of Americus; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Elizabeth Whitehead Harris and Mrs. Annie Willis Harris, both of Americus, Georgia; one brother-in-law, Mr. John Hall, of Americus, Georgia; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many other special friends.  Special thanks to his sister Janice Harris, Dr. Malcolm Floyd, Always Caring Healthcare, Amedisys Healthcare and Cooperative Service. 

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The Graveside Service for Ja’ Havien Rashand Hannor of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Eastview Cemetery with Rev. Curtis Bishop officiating. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you MASK UP and continue practicing social distancing for your protection and for the safety of others.

Ja’ Havien Rashand Hannor was born on May 3, 2007 in Albany, Georgia to the late Yolanda Holmes and Alton Hannor. Ja’Havien was a very creative young man that loved to cook, draw and play games. He was an 8^th grader at Sumter County Intermediate School in Americus, GA. He passed away tragically on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at the Phoebe-Sumter Medical Center. He was preceded in death by and aunt, Tometa Mable; his grandmother, Fannie Lowry and great grandmother, Martha Holmes.

He leaves to mourn his passing his siblings: Shyeirria Holmes, Jezeriah White, Brooklyn White, Kentravious Holmes and Makayla Tyner all of Americus, GA; his step-father, Jeffery Tyner; grandparents: Violetta Hannor of Montezuma, GA and Ruby Tyner of Americus, GA; aunts & uncles: Nicole Mable (D’angelo Paschal) Satrina Holmes (Everett Curry), Eric Holmes (Jacquita Hodge), Tandria Boone, Sakethia Mack, Willie Holmes, Keneisha Tyner and Frank (Ruby) Angry, Keyuana Hannor, Donesha Ogburn and Kia Ogburn all of Americus, GA; cousins: Tra’Dasia Evans, Adam Holmes, Angie Holmes, Randy Holmes Treqvez Mable Diundey Moore, Cordeon Roberts and Tyler Holmes all of Americus, GA. Several other relatives and friends also survive.

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The Graveside Service for Mrs. Zedie Mae H. Hankerson will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 2:00 pm at New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery in Montezuma, GA with Minister James Harrison, officiating. Due to COVID-19 concerns, we ask that you MASK UP and practice social distancing for your protection and the safety of others. 

Mrs. Zedie Mae H. Hankerson, better known as “Zett”, was born July 19, 1941 to the late Zedie and Mamie H. Harrison in Macon County, Georgia. Zett attended Flint River Farm and later D.F Douglass High School. She joined the Mt. Pleasant Traveler’s Rest C.M.E Church at an early age. Zett was a faithful member until her health declined. 

Zett was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Jimmy Quinn in 1964.  They were married until his sudden and untimely death.  In 1971, she married Ulysses “Bo” Hankerson.  Upon this union, she became a surrogate/stepmother to her husband's 8 children.  She worked hard as a dedicated, loving wife and mother. Zett and Bo were married for 47 years when he transitioned to his heavenly home in July of 2018.

Zett departed her earthly life on June 15, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her parents and seven siblings: Annie Buckles, James Harrison, Charlie Harrison, Charles Harrison, Mildred Tuff, Bobby Harrison, and Douglas Harrison.  She was also preceded in death by her stepdaughter Kim Hankerson Myers.

She leaves to cherish her precious memory: one sister, Jessie Bell Spivey (James T) Byromville, GA;  her dedicated and devoted niece, Rose Marie Brown (Marvin), that she assisted in rearing as her own child;  devoted nephew, Larry Spivey and Victoria Spivey of  Unadilla, GA; two devoted great nieces, Marvis and Zyriah Brown of Montezuma, GA, who loved and devoted themselves to her as though she were their grandmother; stepchildren: Melody Oliver (Isiah) of Montezuma, GA, Oneita McDonald (Ernest), Mary Francis Hankerson Hayes (Lee Willie) of Oglethorpe, GA, Cassandra Hankerson Phillips (Samuel) of Columbus, GA, Ulyssess Hankerson II, Donna Hankerson, and Theresa Hankerson all of Atlanta, GA; in-laws: Billy (Edith) Quinn, Karen (Ralph) Oliver, and Linda Hill all of Montezuma, GA;   a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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The Service for Mr. Byron Bernard “Noonie” Williams will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 10:30 on the lawn of West’s Mortuary. 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. 

Mr. Byron Bernard “Noonie” Williams was born April 25, 1963 in Americus, GA to the late Arthur Willie Williams and the late Annie Maude Williams Harris.  He grew up in Americus, Georgia and was educated in Sumter County.  “Noonie” loved the outdoors. Fishing was his passion. He was a jack of all trades and a very handy person to have around. 

Byron is predeceased by his brothers Christopher (Catfish) Williams of Americus, Georgia, and Arthur “Tweet” Williams of Fort Valley, Georgia.  “Noonie” passed away unexpectedly at the age of 58 on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center in Americus, Georgia. 

He is survived by his son, Noah Ruff Williams of Griffin, GA; his sister, Sherryl Griffin of Columbus, GA, daughter, Shantorria Boner of Dawson, GA; grandson, Braylen Jones of Dawson, GA; devoted friend, Sonya Ruff of Griffin, GA; nephew, Diquon and Sharlene Griffin of  Columbus, GA; niece, LaKeisha and Reese Grayson of Bonaire, GA; nephews: Torryne and Renee Williams of Bonaire, GA and Corey and Sheena Williams of North Fork, VA; a host of nieces, nephews, and devoted friends, including Carolyn Barnes of Fort Valley, GA and a devoted sister-in-law Sharon Williams of Chesapeake Bay, VA.

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