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Stephanie McGhee

Stephanie McGhee

May 12, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Stephanie McGhee.  Our condolences to the friends and family.

Stephanie McGhee, a beautiful baby girl, was born on May 11, 1958 to loving parents, Dorothy McGhee and the late Willie J. McGhee in Marshallville, Georgia. Stephanie was raised in a loving home along with her sister and brothers.

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Dr. Wilson "WEGO" Gosier

Dr. Wilson "WEGO" Gosier

May 11, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces the final encore for Dr. Wilson "WEGO" Gosier.  Services were entrusted to Glen and Endia Gosier of Hatcher Peoples Funeral Home in Thomasville, GA. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends.  

On November 13, 1941, a personality larger than life arrived in South Ga. Walter and Rosa Gosier delighted in the arrival of their...

Loretta Daniely Smith

Loretta Daniely Smith

May 8, 2023

Loretta Daniely Smith was born on July 28, 1941, to Mr. James and Mrs. Esme Lee Daniely. She attended and graduated from Hunt High School where she was crowned Miss Hunt High as a senior. She went on to further her studies graduating from Fort Valley State College, now Fort Valley State University, in 1978. She touched many young lives...

Jacqueline Williams Sanders

Jacqueline Williams Sanders

Apr 23, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Jacqueline Williams Sanders On April 23, 2023.

Jacqueline Williams Sanders was a gentle, loving and caring in spirit.  Jackie as she was affectionately called was quiet in spirit and everyone who met her loved herfor her kind heart and mild spirit. She will always be remembered by her beautiful smile and charm.  On Sunday, April 23, 2023, God called Jackie...

Ennis Grimes, Sr.

Ennis Grimes, Sr.

Apr 18, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. Ennis Grimes, Sr.  Our prayers go out to the friends and family. Ennis Grimes, Sr. was born on April 6, 1936 in Greene County, Georgia to the late Emmitt Grimes and Lessie (Mapp) Grimes. He died in his home on April 18, 2023.

Affectionately known to most family...

Sterling “Hank” Smith

Sterling “Hank” Smith

Apr 18, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest condolences the passing of Sterling Smith. Our prayers go out to the friends and family.

Sterling Christopher Smith “Hank” was born to Annie Mae Smith and the late Sammy Jordan Smith on March 2,1980 in Macon, Ga. On April 18, 2023, Sterling departed this earthly life and entered peacefully into eternal rest....

Venus Rumph III

Venus Rumph III

Apr 5, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Venus Rumph III on April 5, 2023.

He was born July 17th, 1980 in Fort Valley, GA. He was preceded in death by his Father, Freddie L Rumph. 

 

He is survived by his mother, Mary A. Todd-Rumph who resides in Marshallville, GA; His daughters, Destiny Rumph, Aliyah...

Minnie L. Haslam

Minnie L. Haslam

Mar 28, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Ms. Minnie L. Haslam. Ms. Haslam entered into eternal rest on March 28, 2023. Our condolences to the friends and family.

Sister Minnie Lee Haslam was born February 27, 1924 to Atron Durham and Gus Gibson, who preceded her in death.  Sister Haslam, devotedly known as Ms. "Nip",...

Lenard Edward Hill

Lenard Edward Hill

Mar 17, 2023

Edward Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Lenard Edward Hill.  Our condolences to the friends and family.

Mr. Lenard E. Hill was born January 12, 1954 to the parentage of Elijah and Mattie Hill in Fort Valley, Georgia.  

He enlisted in the United States Army on June 25, 1973.  Lenard began his education in the...

Ernest Battle

Ernest Battle

Feb 14, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Ernest "Norris" Battle.  "Ernest entered into eternal rest on February 14, 2023.  Our condolences to the friends and family.

Affectionately called and known as  “Norris or E”, he was born January 25, 1976 in Fort Valley, GA.   Norris was preceded in death by his father Ernest Battle....

Tiffany "Nikki"  Nicole Daniely

Tiffany "Nikki" Nicole Daniely

Feb 13, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Tiffany Nicole Daniely.  Our condolences to the friends and family.

Tiffany Nicole Daniely was born March 5, 1972, in Fort Valley, Georgia to William James Daniely Sr. and Earlene Russell Daniely . She attended the public schools in Peach County. She was a member of the Flag Corp...

Ky'Rei De'Quan Gibson

Ky'Rei De'Quan Gibson

Jan 19, 2023

God granted us an angel by the name of Ky’Rei De’Quan Gibson on November 7, 2019. He was the son of proud parents, Ka’Terriyon McGhee and Tyler Gibson. Although our time with him was cut short, our hearts will forever be filled with joy and honor because we were able to be graced with his beautiful presence. He passed away on January...

Loisteen Jackson Mann

Loisteen Jackson Mann

Jan 6, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary Announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mrs. Loisteen Jackson Mann.  Loisteen entered into eternal rest on January 6, 2023.  Our condolences to the friends and family.

Loisteen Jackson Mann was born on January 4, 1945 in Fort Valley, Georgia to the late Mr. and Mrs. Sam and Lillie Mae Jackson. She attended Peach County...

Mary Louise Harvey

Mary Louise Harvey

Jan 5, 2023

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest condolences the passing of  Mary  Louise  Harvey. Ms. Harvey was born October 6, 1937 and entered into eternal rest on January 5, 2023. She will be missed by family and friends.

Ms. Mary, as she was affectionately called, was born to the parentage of the late Ezekiel Harvey, Sr. and Lula Smith -Harvey....

Dr. Yvonne Beauford Oliver

Dr. Yvonne Beauford Oliver

Dec 29, 2022

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Yvonne B. Oliver.  Ms. Oliver entered into eternal rest on December 29, 2022.  She will be missed by family and friends.

Dr. Yvonne B. Oliver, affectionately known as Von, was born on April 23, 1947 in Fort Valley, Georgia. She was the oldest of four children born to the late Sam Beauford and...

John Frederick Walker

John Frederick Walker

Dec 20, 2022

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. John Frederick Walker.  Mr. Walker entered into eternal rest on December 20, 2022.  Our condolences to the family and friends.

John Frederick Walker was born on October 17, 1945 to W.D. Walker & Besse Lowe Walker in Macon County, Georgia. He attended the public schools of Macon...

Burdelle Jackson Dowdell

Burdelle Jackson Dowdell

Dec 11, 2022

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Burdelle Jackson Dowdell.  Burdelle Jackson Dowdell entered into eternal rest on December, 11, 2022.  Our condolences to the family and friends.

Burdelle Jackson Dowdell (Grandma to many) was born on April 23, 1939 in Fort Valley, Georgia. She was the fourth child of twelve children born to the...

Kenneth Lee Oates

Kenneth Lee Oates

Dec 7, 2022

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Kenneth Lee Oates on December 7, 2022.  We extend our condolences to the friends and family.

Rev. Kenneth Lee Oates was born May 9, 1960 in Fort Valley, Georgia. He graduated from Peach County High School in 1978. He was a dedicated husband, dad, son, brother, and friend....

Sacajawea Wootson Cooper

Sacajawea Wootson Cooper

Dec 2, 2022

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Sacajawea Wootson Cooper.  Sacajawea entered into eternal rest on December 2, 2022.  She will be greatly missed.  Our condolences to the family and friends.

Sacajawea Contrilla Wootson Cooper, affectionately known as “Candi,” was born January 27, 1978, in Macon, Georgia to Carey and Patricia Wootson of Fort Valley,...

Calvin Davis

Calvin Davis

Nov 26, 2022

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. Calvin Davis.  Mr. Davis entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 26, 2022.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.

Calvin Davis, born in Fort Valley/Peach County, Georgia and more recently of Jeffersonville, GA passed away on November 26, 2022. He was the middle child of...

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