November21

Mr. Willie James "Flea" Harp

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The Funeral Service for Mr. Willie James Harp of Oglethorpe, Georgia will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, Montezuma, Georgia with Reverend Wayne Fowler officiating. Interment will follow in Oglethorpe City Cemetery.

On Wednesday, November 21, 2018, God embraced Mr. Willie James Harp of Oglethorpe, Georgia as he transitioned from labor to reward at the Houston Medical Center, Warner Robins, Georgia. He was preceded in death by two sisters: Carrie Bell Harp and Bertha Mae Williams. 

 Mr. Willie James Harp was born on July 17, 1949 to the late Ernest Harp, Sr. and Della Mae Smith Harp. Willie was educated in the Macon County public school system. He worked with Fletchers Farm for years, and in 2018, retired from William Brown Farms as an equipment operator. “Flea”, as he was affectionately called, was a dedicated worker. He was known as the dancing machine, and he always had a friendly smile. In 1987, he was united in holy matrimony to Mary Dean Williams Harp, and this union was blessed with three children: Brenda, Gregory and Tammy.

His beautiful life will forever be cherished by his wife, Mary Dean Williams Harp of Oglethorpe, Georgia; daughters: Brenda Stanton and Tammy Williams of Montezuma, Georgia; son, Gregory Williams of Oglethorpe, Georgia; grandchildren: Keith Stanton of Atlanta, Georgia, TeKorien Brown Williams, Mercedez Collier, TeKamry Brown Williams, Marquez Collier and Teyunna Williams all of Montezuma, Georgia; two great grandchildren: Isaiah Thomas and Paislely Wiggins; siblings: Ardean Clark of Oglethorpe, Georgia, Ernest Harp, Jr. (Hazel) of Andersonville, Georgia, Virginia Harp Whitehead (Phil) of Oglethorpe, Georgia, Willie B. Harp (Loretta) of Americus, Georgia and Eddie Harp (Barbara) of Oglethorpe, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; Special thanks to Darrow Collier, Stanford Harp, Charles Harp, Charlemange Fulks, Dearra Fulks, Pastor Henry Carson and Adrian Bentley.

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November20

Mr. Elmore Alexander Tookes

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The Memorial Service for Mr. Elmore Alexander Tookes of Oglethorpe, Georgia will be held Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Corinth Baptist Church, Garden Valley, Georgia.

Mr. Elmore Alexander Tookes was born May 16, 1953 in Macon County, Georgia to the late Mr. Charlie Lester Tookes and Mrs. Odessa Biviens Tookes. He grew up in Garden Valley and attended the public schools of the county. He was a 1972 graduate of the historic D.F. Douglass High School. After graduating from high school, he moved to Atlanta and was employed at McLean Trucking Company. On November 20, 1977, he married the love of his life, Ms. Shirley Jean Askew, and to this union two children were born, Elshamika and Zequa.

On Tuesday, November 20, 2018, Elmore transitioned from labor to reward at his residence. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Stanley Jerome Tookes, Deborah Denise Tookes, Odessa Tookes, Vivian Jacquenesia Tookes, Janet Elizabeth Seay and his nephew Sgt. Danny Byse, who was like a brother.

His beautiful life will be forever cherished by his loving wife, Shirley J. Tookes of Decatur, Georgia; his loving and devoted children: Elshamika Tookes-Rea (Garrick D. Rea) of Lithonia, Georgia and Zequa D. Tookes (Jessica McFarlane) of Rochester, New York; loving grandchildren: Savannah Marche Clark, Zahmar L. Tookes and Zoe A. Tookes; siblings: Evangelist Edna T. Carson of Oglethorpe, Georgia, Gloria T. Bell of Hartford, Connecticut, Charlie Tookes, Jr. (Glanda) of Atlanta, Georgia, Reverend Isaiah Tookes (Julia) of Oglethorpe, Georgia, Deacon David Tookes (Tawanna) of Ellenwood, Georgia and Minister Isreal Tookes of Atlanta, Georgia; a host of nieces and nephews, other loving relatives and caring friends.  


November19

Mr. Essie J. "Smiley" Williams

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The Graveside Service for Mr. Essie James Williams of Montezuma, Georgia will be conducted Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Champ Waters Cemetery, Twin Churches Road, Montezuma, Georgia with Pastor Lee W. Hall officiating.

Essie James Williams departed this life on Monday, November 19, 2018 at the Lillian Carter Health and Rehabilitation Center in Plains, Georgia. Essie, affectionately known as “Sonny, Smiley and Bono”, was born on January 21, 1943 in Dooling, Georgia to the late Doris Dawson Williams and the late Jimmie Williams. He was a graduate of Macon County Training School and was a dedicated employee of Montezuma Motor Company for fifteen years as an auto detailer. In later years, he went to work at Macon State Farmer’s Market as a seasonal laborer. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Essie was preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Fobbs. He leaves cherished memories with his siblings: Marvin Williams (Kathleen) of Irvington, New Jersey, Morris Williams of Montezuma, Georgia and Patricia Paremore (Greg) of Newark, New Jersey; nieces and nephew: Patricia Davis (Ray Jones) of Montezuma, Georgia, Samuel Fobbs, Jr. (Kimberly) of Macon, Georgia and Sharonda Ladd (Robert) of Bonaire, Georgia; great nieces and nephews: Victoria Brown (Michael) of Fort Valley, Georgia, Jessica Jones (Justin) of Perry, Georgia, Sgt. Delmar Davis III of Smyrna, Georgia, De’Marrion Fobbs, Devin Griffin and Lindsey Ladd all of Bonaire, Georgia; one great great nephew, Justin James, Jr. of Perry, Georgia; two great great nieces: Jordyn Jones of Perry, Georgia and Ashanti Brown of Bonaire, Georgia; a host of other relatives and friends including devoted friends: Bobby Lee Davis (Mary) and Bertha Lee Fobbs both of Montezuma, Georgia.


November10

Deacon Horace Cottle

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The funeral service for Deacon Horace Cottle will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Ebenezer Baptist Church with Rev. William Laster officiating. Burial will follow at Staley Memorial Gardens. A Wake Service will be held on Friday, November 23, 2018 at West’s Mortuary for 5:00 P.M. to 6 P.M.

Deacon Horace Cottle was born in Ellaville, GA on Dec. 26, 1945 to the late Merol Merritt Cottle and the late John Myrick. Horace was the owner of Cottle Contracting before becoming ill and passing. Other businesses owned and operated by him include, Cottle Trucking Company, which he owned for many years. He was co-owner of Cottle's Resturant and Cottle's Jewelry and Variety Store in downtown Americus, GA. Horace was an ordained Deacon at Ebenerzer Baptist Church in Ellaville, Georgia. He received his education in Schley County, Georgia. He was a graduate of Schley County High School.

He was preceded in death by a granddaughter Keyarri N. Ruch, One brother Mr. Melvin Cottle, and one sister Mrs Doris Cottle King. Horace departed this life on Nov. 10, 2018 at the East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, GA.

His memories will be affectionately remembered by his two daughters: Mrs. JaMeia  Cottle Ruch (Rahsaan) of Yokosuka, Japan and Ms. Tanaisha L. Clark of Americus, GA; two brothers: Mr. Ollie R. Cottle of Brooklyn, N.Y  and Mr. Kenneth Myrick of Americus, GA. Four grandchildren, A'Shariya S. Ruch, Rahsaan D. Ruch, Jr. of Yokosuka, Japan, Deona N. Clark, and Cedric D. Clark Jr of Americus, GA;  devoted friends: William and Joann Allen Johnson(devoted care givers), Walter & Dorothy Bridges, Rev. William Laster, Mr. Rufus G. Thomas, and Mr. Frazier Luckerson. A host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survive and will cherish his memory.

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November08

Mrs. Katherine Sanders Isreal

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The Funeral Service for Mrs. Katherine Sanders Isreal of Atlanta, Georgia will be conducted Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, Montezuma, Georgia with Rev. Allen Waters officiating. Interment will follow in Andersonville National Cemetery, Andersonville, Georgia.

Katherine Sanders Isreal was born August 29, 1952 in Montezuma, Georgia to the late Leola Loftly Sanders. She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior and joined the band of Christian believers at New Hope Baptist Church in Montezuma, Georgia. Katherine was a 1970 honor graduate of the Historic D.F. Douglass High School, Montezuma, Georgia. She furthered her education at Fort Valley State College, Fort Valley, Georgia.

On Thursday, November 8, 2018, she transitioned at Atlanta Medical Center South of Atlanta, Georgia. Left to cherish her memory are her loving and devoted husband, Frankie Isreal of Atlanta, Georgia; her devoted son, Frankie “Bernard” Isreal; her grandson, Christopher Bernard Isreal; her furry friend, “G”; siblings: Gloria and Louis L. Ivory of Marshallville, Georgia, Ernestine Chatfield of Montezuma, Georgia, Beverly and Hayword Harper of Vienna, Georgia, Harriett Louise Brown of Montezuma, Georgia  and Willie C. Sanders of Atlanta, Georgia; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Delois and Billy Journey of Atlanta, Georgia, Willie and Jaffalyon Isreal of Oglethorpe, Georgia, Carl and Carolyn Isreal of Montezuma, Georgia and Dave Isreal of Atlanta, Georgia; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

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October27

Mr. Dwight "DJ" Hundrey Harrison, Jr.

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The Funeral Service for Mr. Dwight Hundrey Harrison, Jr. of Americus, Georgia will be conducted Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Allen Chapel AME Church, Americus, Georgia with Elder Shelby Hall officiating. Interment will follow in Eastview Cemetery.

Dwight Hundrey Harrison, Jr., fondly known as “D.J.” was the youngest son to his loving parents, Valerie Westbrook-Porter and Dwight Hundrey Harrison, Sr. He made his grand entrance into this world on October 24, 2000 in Sumter County, Georgia and immediately stole the hearts of his family with his adorable dimples. He was educated in the Americus, Sumter County, Georgia, Public School System. Dwight’s secondary Education included Georgia Youth Military Academy in Augusta, Georgia. He later enrolled in the GED Program at South Georgia Technical College, Americus, Georgia with plans to enroll in the Commercial Driver’s License Program.

 At an early age Dwight began attending church including Love of Christ Outreach Ministry, Victory Worship Center, and Oasis World Outreach Center, Americus, Georgia. Dwight was always willing tohelp his family and friends. He loved life and he enjoyed making people laugh.

 He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Mr. Alphonso Westbrook; and paternal grandfather, Mr. Ben Johnson. In addition to his parents, Dwight Hundrey Harrison, Sr., Attapulgus, Georgia and Valerie Westbrook-Porter, Americus, Georgia, he leaves to cherish his loving memories, his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Berta Lembrick Westbrook-Winns, Americus, Georgia and his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Doris Harrison Suldon, Attapulgus, Georgia; one sister: Jasmine Merritt, Americus, Georgia, and one brother, Eric Hawkins, Jr., Fort Smith, Arkansas; two nephews: Jamar Merritt and Kameron Paschal, Americus, Georgia; step-father, Mr. Eric Porter; six uncles: Andre Westbrook, Americus, Georgia; Lorenzo (Alexia) Walters, Lawrenceville, Georgia; Willie Harrison, Cairo, Georgia, Timothy Harrison, Havana, Florida, Henry Harrison, Tallahassee, Florida, and Curtis Harrison, Whigham, Georgia; six aunts: Angela Westbrook-Foster, Americus, Georgia, Gwen (Elder Shelby) Hall, Americus, Georgia, Corene Westbrook-Milledge, Americus, Georgia, Doris (John) Perry, Attapulgus, Georgia; Diane (Henry) Campbell, Attapulgus, Georgia; and Priscilla (Tony) Smith, Leesburg, Georgia; godbrother: Sedrick Clemons, Atlanta, Georgia; godmothers: Natasha Foster, Montgomery, Alabama and Laketa Watts McClaster, Putney, Georgia; a devoted friend, Derrick Wafford, a host of great aunts and uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends survive.

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October17

Infant Jhermani Nicole Dice

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The Graveside Service for Jhermani Noel Dice will be conducted Friday, October 26, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Eastview Cemetery, Ashby Street, Americus, Georgia.  Jhermani Nicole Dice was born on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at Crisp Regional Hospital in Cordele, Georgia. Our Lord and Savior saw His precious Angel struggling for life and decided to remove all of her pain and take her home with Him. Though she spent very little time with us, she touched our hearts deeply.


She is survived by her parents: Tilqunita Harris and Edward Dice Jr.; two brothers: Jakyle Dice and Ashton Dice; three sisters: Dynajia Williams, Naomi Harris and Brooklynn Dice; grandparents: John Clayton, Sr., Christi Harris and Jacqeline Dice; her grandfather, Edward Dice, Sr. preceded her in death. A host of cousins and other relatives also survive.

October16

Mr. Richard William Lawless

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 The Funeral Service for Mr. Richard William Lawless will be held Saturdy, October 20, 2018 at 2:00 at Inspirational Church By Faith, 714 Adderton Street, Americus Georgia with Pastor Zebedee Westen officiating. Visitation is from 1:00 -2:00 at the church.

Richard W. Lawless passed away peacefully at the age of 74. He was the youngest of Virginia Lawless and Hershell Layfield's four children. He was preceded in death by his parents. In 2009, Richard retired from Ricky's Oil Company after thirty-nine years of service. Shortly after retirement, he relocated from Miami, Florida to Americus, Georgia. He was a loving father and devoted grandparent. His life became centered around helping to take care of his grandson Tristan (who calls him Papa). Richard had a giving heart and an uplifting spirit which made him a joy to be around.

Richard was cherished by many as a father figure and uncle. He was a simple man who celebrated life and would not want us to mourn him. He will be missed by many but not forgotten. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of thirty-eight years, Roselyn W. Lawless; children: Richard C. Lawless and Anethra M. Adderley; grandchildren: Demetrius L. Gurley and Tristan A. Waters; siblings: Edward A. Lawless and Ellen L. Hoffman; and many beloved friends.


October15

Mrs. Martha Ann Journey

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 The funeral service for Mrs. Martha Ann Durham Journey of Americus, Georgia will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at the Friendship Baptist Church with Bishop Melvin McCluster officiating. Burial will follow in the Eastview Cemetery

Mrs. Martha Ann Durham Journey, affectionally known as “Marthann” was born on February 4, 1959 in Sumter County, Georgia to late George and  Lucille Durham.  She received her education in the public schools of Sumter County. 

At an early age, she joined the Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Americus, Georgia, where she was an active member until she later began attending The Kingdom Hall .  She was studying to become a baptized witness until our Heavenly Father called her home from all of her pain and suffering on Monday, October 15, 2018.  She was preceded in death by her son, Randy Durham

Martha worked as a cook and housekeeper at the Best Western Hotel for many years.  She brought love and joy to everyone with her beautiful smile and her stunning musical voice.

Left to cherish her memories and celebrate her life are:  her beloved husband, Charlie Journey of Americus, Georgia; two devoted daughters:  Crystal Journey Hall (Joseph), and Kristen Journey (Willie), both of Americus, Georgia;  two sons:  Willie Durham (Latricia) and Stacey Journey, both of Americus, Georgia; five beloved sisters:  Thelma Dodson (Joseph), of Jacksonville, Florida, Georgia Solomon, Brenda Green (Roddrique), Gloria Moore (James),  and Sandra Durham, all of Americus, Georgia; three brothers:  Albert Durham (Ernestine), Maurice Durham and Jerome Durham, all of Americus, Georgia; a devoted friend of over 20 years, Clara Luster, of Americus, Georgia; twenty grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren; a host of caring nieces and nephews, along with many dear cousins and friends.

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October14

Ret. Presiding Elder M.S. (Karl) Colquitt

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The funeral services for Ret. Presiding Elder M.S. Colquitt will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 11:00 A. M. at Allen Chapel A. M. E. Church on Bumphead Road in Americus, Georgia with The Rt. Rev. Reginald T. Jackson, Presiding Prelate, Sixth Episcopal District.  Burial will follow at the Eastview Cemetery.

The Rev.  Dr. M. S. “Karl” Colquitt transitioned to eternal rest on Sunday, October 14, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. He lived in full life and devoted 54 years in ministry to the African Methodist Episcopal Church.   He was born July 12, 1938 to the late Elijah “Bob” Colquitt and Anne Lucas Colquitt.  He is a native of Meanville, Pike County, Georgia.  He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Colquitt and James Colquitt, and six sisters, Addie Sheffield, Mildred Deas, Bertha Hammonds, Evelyn Turnipseed, Cora McBorrough and Francis Cotton, and a daughter, Carolyn Denise Lundy.

Elder Colquitt devoted his life in service to the work of the Lord.  He received his deacon and elder orders at the hands of the late Bishop William Reid Wilkes, Sr.  He served the African Methodist Episcopal Church as pastor in the South Georgia Conference (Valdosta, Ocilla, Tifton, Cairo, Bainbridge),  and in the Southwest Georgia Conference (Cuthbert, Americus, Columbus).  He served as presiding elder in the Athens Conference, the Macon Georgia Conference, and the Southwest Georgia Conference.  Presiding Elder Colquitt retired in March 2014 and 54 years in ministry to the African Methodist Episcopal Church.  Regarding his service to the church, Elder Colquitt made the following statement; “I have served under several pastors, presiding elders, and bishops-some of the best the Church has.  They were not all alike; however, I learned a lot from having had the opportunity of just being in their presence.  The congregations I have served have been some of God’s finest people.  I have been to the “school of hard knocks and college of experience, but I would take nothing for my journey.”

Presiding Elder Colquitt mentored many young ministers and claimed them all as his children.  He imparted much wisdom and always took the time needed to guide, direct, and teach them godly principles as well as instruct them in the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Presiding Elder Colquitt was a graduate of Daniel Payne College with a B. S. degree in History, and Faith College with a B. A. degree in General Studies.  Further studies include Early Childhood Education at Georgia Southwestern University, Americus, Georgia; Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, Kentucky; and Elmira College, Elmira, New York.  Seminary training consisted of a certificate from Turner Theological Seminary, Birmingham, Alabama; and a Doctor of Theology from Emmanuel Bible College, Macon Georgia.

His varied experiences included serving as director of a day care program, Education Coordinator and Director of Project Head Start for West Central Georgia Community Action Council, Inc., president of the MLK Minister’s Association, member of the Sumter County Ministerial Alliance, secretary of the Southwest Georgia Annual Conference, and delegate to the African Methodist Episcopal Church General Conference (1972-2012).

Presiding Elder Colquitt married his “girlfriend” and the love of his life, Sis. Mattie Colquitt. God blessed them to be together for 30 years.  She was the love of his life and he was the love of her life.  Cherishing special memories along with Sis. Mattie are their sons, Marvin (Nicole) Colquitt,: Ernest (Tammy) Lundy, Melvin (Rise) Colquitt, Calvin (Emma) Lundy, Chris (Cynthia) Lundy, Michael Lundy, and Prophet Darnell Lundy; three daughters, Minister Vickie (Elder Hosea) Butler, Amanda (Hilton) Payne and Valencia (David) Reynolds and Morrell Colquitt; a sister, Hattie Mae King; eight sisters-in-law, Alma Solomon, Aretha Bates, Martha (Billy) Townley, Mary (Albert) Mack, Bobbie (Nate) Armstrong, Lorraine Smith, and Kattie Watts; and brothers-in-law, Robert (Melinda) Sanders, and James Williams; 37 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and a host of other caring and supportive family members and friends who will miss him dearly.

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