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Marjorie E. Golphin
Jun 4, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Mrs. Marjorie E. Golphin on June 4, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Gladys Dawson Green
Jun 1, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Gladys Green on June 1, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Gladys Dawson Green was born April 3, 1931, to the late Otis Dawson Sr. and Eliza Dawson in Fort Valley, Georgia. She attended the public schools of Peach County, Georgia. Gladys was joined in holy matrimony...
Cleomia Solomon
May 31, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Ms. Cleomia Solomon on May 31, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of...
Al Keith Milton, Jr.
May 29, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Al Keith Milton, Jr., who departed this life on May 29, 2025. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends.
Andrena Daniely
May 20, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Andrena Daniely on May 20, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Andrena Daniely, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025. She was born on October 28, 1968, in Fort Valley, Georgia, to the parentage of Clarence and Barbara Daniely.
Andrena was educated in...
Dr. Harry L. Ross
May 16, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Dr. Harry L. Ross on May 16, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Psalm 139:14 "I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made:
Marvellous are thy works; And that my soul knoweth right well."
And so it was:
On April 20, 1947, parents, Mrs. Pinkie Lee Ross...
Emma Pearl Mathis
May 15, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Emma Pearl Mathis on May 15, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Emma Pearl Mathis, affectionately known as “Pearl,” was born on June 4, 1937, to the late Emmitt and Lessie Grimes in Crawfordville, Georgia. As the youngest of three children, Pearl lived a life marked by...
Ella Lou Sullivan Ridley
May 15, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Ella Lou Sullivan Ridley on May 15, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Ella Lou Sullivan Ridley was born October 22,1954 to Gordon Sullivan, Sr. and Laura Mae Dewberry Sullivan Dixon in Fort Valley, GA. She attended the public schools of Peach County, Georgia and graduated from...
Bevelyn Smith Gosby
May 14, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Bevelyn Smith Gosby on May 14, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Bevelyn Smith Gosby was born on September 8, 1950 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Bevelyn approached life with a genuine interest in connecting with others. Whether through a smile, a listening ear, or providing assistance, she impacted...
Robert "Chuck" Stern, Sr.
May 13, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Robert Stern, Sr. on May 13, 2024. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Robert Lee Stern, Sr. was born on September 18,1962 in Fort Valley, Georgia to his parents, Floyd Stern and Maggie L. Walton. Robert attended the public schools in Peach County, Georgia.
While attending Peach County High,...
Gary Wayne Simmons
May 3, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Gary Wayne Simmons on May 3. 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Gary Wayne Simmons, affectionately known as Wanky, was born September 12,1955, in Fort Valley, Georgia, to the late Milton Simmons, Sr. and Hattie Ruth Fluellen Simmons.
Six siblings preceded him in death: Graylin D. Simmons, Sylvia...
Jimmy Clyde Harris
May 3, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Jimmy Clyde Harris. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Jimmy Clyde Harris, “MY CHEETAH” passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025 at the age of 86. Jimmy was born to the late Ed and Lula Harris.
He was preceded in death by his sisters: Eloise Harris, Eddie Mae Keen,...
Larry Sherman
Apr 26, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Larry Sherman on April 26th, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Larry Sherman, age 74, of Byron, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 15, 1950, in Zebulon, Georgia, to the late...
Vernon Renwick Oates
Apr 17, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Vernon Renwick Oates on April 17, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Vernon Oates, a beloved resident of Orange Park, Florida, was born on April 8, 1964, in Fort Valley, Georgia, and grew up in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was the cherished son of Virginia Lyons and Johnny...
William "Mickey" Scott
Apr 13, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of William Scott on April 13, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
William "Mickey" Scott, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, April 13, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on December 19, 1950, in Fort Valley, Georgia, to Lorene Neal...
Eva Mae Strong
Apr 9, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Eva Mae Strong on April 9, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Eva Mae Strong, Known as "EVA" was born on June 13,2025 to the late Cannie & J.W Strong. She grew up in Macon County (Marshallville, GA) then later moved to Fort Valley, GA where she...
Willie V. Granville
Apr 7, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Willie Granville. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. She will be missed.
Ms. Granville, as a lifelong “CME” was known, respected and cherished across the local, district, annual conference andconnectional church for her innumerable contributions of service, giving, “more service and more giving” spirit. A Missionary par excellence.
A...
Emma Lee Everett
Apr 6, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Emma Lee Everett on April 6, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Mrs. Emma Lee Everett was born May 31, 1939, in Fort Valley, Georgia to the late Tommy and Irene Wynn. She attended the public schools of Peach County, Georgia where she was born and raised.
Emma...
Levi “Bay” Kendrick, Sr.
Apr 5, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Levi Kendrick, Sr. on April 5, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
I have glorified You on the earth. I have finished the work which You have given Me to do…” John 17:4
May the works I've done speak for me. When I'm resting in my grave,there is...
LaShawn "Shonda" Jones
Mar 29, 2025
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of LaShawn Y. Jones on March 29, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Lashawn Jones, affectionately known as “Shonda” to many, was born on September 20, 1979, to the late Charles Barrett and Rutha Mae Jones of Fort Valley, Georgia. She attended Peach County Public Schools and had...
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