The Graveside Service for Ms. Georgia L. Barrett of Atlanta, Georgia will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at Champ Waters Cemetery, Montezuma, Georgia with Reverend Jerome Glover officiating. 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. 

Ms. Georgia L. Barrett was born on February 22, 1943 in Montezuma, Georgia to the late Sweet Lee Strong and Willie Clarence Strong. Early in life, she traveled around the United States, living in Miami, Florida, Brooklyn, New York and Trenton, New Jersey. She spent the final portion of her life in Atlanta, Georgia, living only four blocks away from Martin Luther King’s birth home in the historic Old Fourth Ward District. While there, she moved into the Gartrell Court Projects, where she gained a reputation among her peers as being a very outspoken, down to earth, hard-working, independent woman. She was a woman who would not back down and would tell it like it is, earning her the nickname “Georgia Power”. She worked at the Fulton County Jail for many years as a server in the cafeteria, and was beloved by the staff.

On November 28, 2020, God called his angel home. All who love her will truly miss her, and will always carry her in our hearts. She leaves wonderful memories to be cherished by her two sons: Curtis Barrett (Deidra) and Imed Jamal Patman (Francene) both of Atlanta, Georgia; her daughter, Jackie Sutton of Montezuma, Georgia; two brothers: Tommy Strong (Crosby) and Sammy Strong both of Atlanta, Georgia; three sisters: Vencie Larry, Gladys Simpson and Willie Ruth Tennant (Paul) all of Montezuma, Georgia; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. 

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Janet Smith was born on June 29, 1955, in Americus, Georgia, to Curtis and Bertha Mitchell. She graduated from Americus High School in 1973. She enlisted in the United States Navy on February 8, 1979, serving at the Chief Petty Officer’s rank until her retirement on January 1, 2009. Janet was a veteran of both Gulf War I and Gulf War II and was recognized for numerous awards throughout her military career.  She earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biomedical Engineering from DeVry University in 2011.

Janet died peacefully on November 26, 2020, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 65. She is preceded in death by her mother, Bertha Mae Mitchell, and father, Curtis Mitchell, Sr of Americus, GA; brother, John Zanders, Sr. of Plains, Georgia; brother, Edward Zanders of Queens, New York; and sister, Linda Harley of Brooklyn, New York.

She is survived by her son, Dr. William T. Hoston Sr. and daughter-in-law Cecilia Hoston and her grandson William T. Hoston Jr. of Houston, Texas; sister, Ordella Westbrooks of Americus, Georgia; sister, Patrice Josey of Americus, Georgia; brother, Curtis Mitchell, Jr of Midwest City, Oklahoma and wife Jean; brother, Carl Mitchell of Brooklyn, New York, and brother, Dr. Mark Mitchell and wife Freda of Spokane, Washington; and lifelong best friends Thelma C. and Sonny Owens of Americus, Georgia. Also, she is survived by her beloved nieces and nephews, friends, and fellow veterans.

Mr. Richard Pitts of Americus, Georgia died on Thursday, November 26, 2020. The Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. at New Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Adrian Pitts officiating.

Richard was born on October 10, 1970 to the late Mrs. Goldy Mae Payne Pitts and the late Mr. Robert Pitts.

Left to cherish his memory are his children: NaKyhia Reddick and Kanorris Reddick; several cousins including Ms. Vivian Griffin and Mr. Johnny Griffin. Several other relatives and friends also survive.

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The Funeral Service for Mrs. Anna Lucile Monts Edwards will be held on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. at 330 Boo Cosby Rd. Americus, Georgia with Rev. George F. Monts officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul A.M.E. Church Cemetery.

Anna Lucile Monts, was born in Sumter County, Georgia on August 29, 1936, to the parentage of the late Mr. George Costell Monts and Mrs. Lucille Ross Monts.

On March 18, 1961, Anna and Walter Edwards were married and started their blended family of a quintet of girls. Their union produced Florine, Bertha, Annie, Carolyn, Sabrina, and their baby, the late Latonya Hurley Larkins. At an early age, she joined Bethlehem Baptist Church where she served as a good and faithful servant.

Anna was an incredibly kind and generous person. She worked hard to raise her family and was always there for them when they need her. As a mother, she taught her daughters and grandchildren many things as young children that hold them in good stead today—good manners, respect, a love for God and sound moral values.

Coming from a large family, she knew time waited on no one. Anna was the quintessential Drill Sergeant, aka Task Master. Her orders were, "Up, ready, set, and march"! She was up bright and early every morning “slamming cabinet doors and clanging pots and pans” as a signal, it was time to start your day. “Quiet as a mouse” certainly did not apply to Anna; she was more like “an elephant in a china shop!” She faithfully prepared a hot breakfast every morning to begin the day. She made sure her children worked, played, and studied hard. There were no excuses, just opportunities to get it right or try again. So, if peas were not picked and shelled, yards swept, beds made, or floors mopped, you got it doubled the next day with the aid of a switch. Many days, if it were not for the Lord and “their Daddy’s Chevrolet pulling in the yard,” have mercy upon their “Glory.”

Although Anna was a no-nonsense kind of woman, anyone in her presence couldn’t help but observe her compassion towards her family, siblings, and neighbors, especially when going through hard times. She sacrificed her time and through selfless acts of kindness aided anyone in need. Her kindness instantly made you feel appreciated and valued by someone who genuinely cared. Even when she had her hands full caring for her husband and grandchildren, Anna was always willing to help those who needed assistance.

 There are so many things that we, her children, have learned and applied to our lives from our wise mother who endured the wiles of life. In our younger days, we could not comprehend how much time and care she put into her family. Now that we are on our own, we can truly appreciate the amount of effort she put into raising us and for this we will always be appreciative. These values have made each of us who we are and we thank her so very, very much.

On November 26, 2020, Anna departed from the place she and her late husband called home. We can only imagine she was greeted by the sweet spirits who preceded her in death: her devoted husband Walter; their oldest daughter, Florine White Laster; her siblings: Elizabeth Terry, Margaret Perpall, McArthur, George Frank, Marvin and Albert Monts; cousin, Eddie Rhea Walker; and son in-law, Connie V. Ford.

And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. (Revelation 21:4)

She will forever live on in the hearts of her son, Walter Randolph Wooden; grandchildren: David Laster, Calvin Laster, Christal Blalock, Walter Simmons, Cassondra Covington, Joshua Howard, Kayla Howard, Deshavia Davis and Kennedi Howard; devoted great-grandchildren: Christian, Gabrielle, Tabious, and Egypt Laster and Bria and Justin Blalock; son-in-law, Ralph Covington; sisters: Mary Jackson, Edna Jones, and Earnestine Jackson; brothers: John (Ida) Monts, David and Williams Monts, and Ed (Juanita) Ross; sister in-law, Martha Edwards. Her life could not have been more bountiful if not for the love and dedication of Mark Tullis, and their caregiver/daughter, Emma Wright.

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Anna Edwards Program.pdf

Mrs. Eva Marie Wright of Americus, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at Four County Nursing Home in Stewart County, Georgia. Services are incomplete and will be announced later by West’s Mortuary.

Eva Marie Tolbert was born on May 17, 1940 in Albany Georgia to the late Willie Marie Davis Tolbert and the late Mr. Clarence Tolbert. Marie was educated in the Public Schools of Dougherty County and graduated form Monroe High School in 1957. At the age 14 she became one of Jehovah’s Witness where she served faithfully for 66 years. She was a homemaker as well as co-owner Six Points Dry Cleaners.

She is survived by her husband of 12 years, Julius Wright of Americus, Georgia; one daughter, Daphne (Willie) Armstrong of Newnan, Georgia; two sons: George (Bernice) Brown of Leesburg, Georgia and Derrick (Carolyn) Brown of Dawson, Georgia; two brothers: Sam Tolbert of Virginia Beach, Virginia and Clifford (Sonja) Tolbert of Albany, Georgia; two grandchildren: Tierra Brown of Conyers, Georgia and Derrick Brown, Jr. of Dawson, Georgia. Several other relatives and friends also survive.

A Graveside service for Mr. Kedrick Deon Williams of Americus, GA will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at the Mt. Salem Baptist Church on Salters Mill Rd. Americus, GA with Rev. George F. Monts officiating. 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. Kedrick Deon Williams was born in Americus, GA on December 19, 1984 to Theresa Davis and Victor Williams. He was educated in the public school system of Sumter County. Kedrick died on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 in Americus, GA.

Left to cherish his memories his three children Keana Williams, Keon Williams, Ke’adrian and Ingram all of Americus, GA; his parents, Theresa Davis and Victor Williams; a devoted sister, Ms. Kamesha Davis of Americus, GA;  a great aunt, Maude Eva Stephens of Passaic, NJ; one aunt, Gwendolyn Williams of Americus, GA; two uncles: William Davis and Leonardo Williams of Americus GA; three nieces: D’azinyi Banks, Paisley Johnson and Skaii Davis of Americus, GA; two nephews: Quincy Johnson Jr. and Chance Johnson both of Americus, GA; devoted step fathers: Kerry Green and Calvin Barthell both of Americus, GA; A devoted God mother Elaine Robinson of Americus, GA; devoted friends: Jensen Hamilton, James Green, Damien Pollard and Damien Battle and a host of other relatives and friends and cousin

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A Graveside Service for Mrs. Fannie Mae Lowery of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at Eastview Cemetery with Rev. George F. Monts officiating.

Mrs. Fannie Mae Lowery was born in Americus, Georgia on August 28, 1960 to the parentage of the late Mr. Willie B. Holmes and the late Mrs. Martha Holmes. She received her education in the Americus Public School System. She was a full time stay at home mom. Fannie was preceded in death by both parents: Mr. Willie B. and Mrs. Martha Holmes; a daughter, Yolanda Holmes White; two brothers: Johnny Holmes and Edward Holmes; a sister, Louise Span. Fannie passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at the Phoebe-Sumter Medical Center in Americus, Georgia.

Left to cherish her memories are her husband, Michael B. Lowery of Americus, Georgia; three daughters: Nicole D. Mable, Santrina (Everett) Curry and Tandriea Boone all of Americus, Georgia; one son, Eric (Jaquita) Holmes of Americus, Georgia; one sister, Ruby (Franky) Angry of Americus, Georgia; two brothers: Willie B. Holmes and Charles Horn both of Atlanta, Georgia; her grandchildren: Trequez Mable, Diundea Moore, Cordereon Roberts, Kentravious Holmes, Shyeirria Holmes, Ja’Hivien Hannah, Jezeriah White, Brooklyn White, Tra’dasia Evans, Tyler Hodge and Lyric Hodge all of Americus, Georgia, Wylie Holmes of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Adam (Angela) Holmes of Americus, Georgia, Randy (Anglic) Holmes of Americus, Georgia and Lekeisha(Bryant)Perry of Atlanta, Georgia; mother-In-law, Annie (John) Person of Atlanta, Georgia; sister-in-law, Shontae (Colby) Richardson of Atlanta, Georgia; brothers-in-law, Troy (Doris) Walton of Fayetteville, Georgia and Cody Walton of Atlanta, Georgia; god-children: Sekethia Mack, Alicia Dowdell, Teniquia Evans, Jenson Morgan, Janson Morgan, Dontavious Brown and Jeremiah Thomas all of Americus, Georgia; A host of other relatives and friends also survive.

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Fannie Mae Lowery Program (1).pdf

The Graveside Service for Deacon James Merritt, Sr. of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 3:30 at Eastview Cemetery in Americus, Georgia with Rev. H.C. Wilson officiating.

On April 24, 1944, our beloved James McArthur Merritt was welcomed into this world. Born in Sumter County, Georgia, to the late Jimmie Sapp and Charlie Mae Merritt, he was educated in the Sumter County Public Schools. Deacon James McArthur Merritt met and married Eula Monts Merritt. He was a devoted member of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church where he served as a choir member and deacon. James was a passionate and loving father, grandfather and friend who loved to sing and dance. Whether it be the harmonica, piano or guitar, he could move a room. He was a comedian at heart, and always kept others laughing. 

James worked for Wise Electric for thirty years until he retired. He kept his time occupied with numerous jobs from building, electrical work and sales in his community in which he had the opportunity to meet and befriend former President Jimmy Carter.

On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, he went home to be with his Lord. While he will be profoundly missed, we as a family rejoice in knowing that his life impacted so many people in a profound way. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Jessie Bell Williams and brother Johnny B. Sapp.

He leaves many wonderful memories to be cherished by his loving wife, Eula Merritt; his sons: Curtis Walton, Sr. (Beverly), James M. Merritt, Jr. (Tamara Methleus) and Christopher Mann (Rose); daughters: Catherine Roberson (Michael), Jacqueline Merritt, Kattina Sloan (Dexter) and Barbara Walton; devoted grandchildren: Latonya Walton-Harvey (Wayne), Sherita Walton, Blakely Merritt (Murray), Curtis Walton, Jr., Zynovia Merritt, Jacquetta Zanders, Kadero Austin, Jazzmine Austin, Lacrissa Mann, Jameka Merritt, James Merritt III, Jay Sloan and De'Zia Tookes; nine great-grandchildren; four sisters-in-law: Lois Brown, Laverne Williams (John), Janice Sapp and Martha King; devoted nephew, Kenny Sapp and devoted niece, Deborah Mason (Choo-Choo);  devoted friends: Lawrence Johnson, S.T. Sampson and Lewis Stewart; devoted neighbors: Bobbie Jean Wise and Tameka Champion; a host of devoted nieces, nephews, family and friends. 

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James Merritt Program - trifold.pdf

The Funeral Service for Mrs. Leila Mae White Josey of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. on the Front Lawn at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 132 Bumphead Road, Americus, GA. Interment will follow at New Mt. Mariah Baptist Church Cemetery

Mrs. Leila Mae White Josey was born May 21, 1937. Her mother preceded her in death soon after giving birth to her and she was cared for by her deceased dear Aunt, Mrs. Mae Belle Cox who raised her as her own. She was married to Clarence Josey, Jr. who preceded her in death. She was a long-standing faithful member of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church where she served in roles as secretary, treasurer, choir member, and as a Missionary.  She was a professional seamstress that was well known in the community for making tailored garments.  She worked full-time at Manhattan Shirt Company and retired from Spilene in Ellaville, GA.  She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Ms. Alma White and Mrs. Margaret Cox Mercer; and one son Mr. Anthony E. Josey.

She leaves to mourn the loss of her contagious smile, one daughter, Mrs. Deborah Josey Burks (Joseph) Smith of Macon, GA; four sons: Mr. Clarence Josey III, Mr. Ronald Josey, Americus, GA; Mr. Ernest M. (Carolyn) Josey, Buena Vista, GA; and Mr. John F. Josey, Atlanta, GA; Three granddaughters: Ms. Amber Josey Caldwell, Mrs. Leila-Chassity Jones (Bradley) Small, Americus, GA and Ms. Rayven Josey Burks, Macon, GA. One sister, Ms. Ozella White, Americus, GA; Five great-grandchildren; Four sisters-in-law: Ms. Doris Josey, Mrs. Viola (James) Bridges, Americus, GA; Mrs. Willie Josey, Belle Glade, FL; and Mrs. Addie Pearl Josey, Columbia, SC; Two devoted nieces: Mrs. Brenda (Allison) Harris and Mrs. Alice (Eddie) Mercer.  Devoted cousins: Mrs. Ozella Ferrell, Ms. Leila Meadows, Ms. Sarah Turrentine, Jimmy Meadows and Linda Meadows Spivey.  A host of nieces and nephews also survive. Dearly devoted friends Mrs. Evelyn Raines and Mr. and Mrs. F. L. (LaVerne) McLaughlin. 

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Leila Josey Program - USE THIS ONE.pdf

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