Obituaries

Obituary Listing

Devonte Denzel McMillian

Devonte Denzel McMillian

Aug 31, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announced with our deepest sympathies the passing of DeVonte Denzel McMillian on August 31, 2025.  Our Condolences to the family and friends. 

Annie Lee Golden-Henry

Annie Lee Golden-Henry

Aug 29, 2025

Annie Lee Golden Henry passed away on August 29, 2025, at Macon Atrium Hospital. She is the daughter of the late John and Luchers Ezell. A native and lifelong resident of Fort Valley, Georgia, Annie’s life was deeply rooted in her community.

Annie was a 1958 graduate of Hunt High School in Fort Valley, Georgia. She served as a nurse for...

Kenton Joseph Crawford

Kenton Joseph Crawford

Aug 29, 2025

Kenton Joseph Crawford was born on March 5, 1956, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Frankie L. Crawford and Kenton Joseph Burt. He attended the public schools of Cincinnati, including Hughes High School and earned his Graduate Equivalency Diploma while in the military.

During his early years, he was regarded as “Mr. Cool,” who always came to the aid of his female relatives...

Willie Louis Marshall

Willie Louis Marshall

Aug 23, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Willie Louis Marshall. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.

Willie L. “Will” Marshall, 77, peacefully transitioned this earthly life to rest in the arms of the Savior on August 23rd, 2025.

Will was born in Peach County, Ga. on February 16,1948 to the late Washington Marshall Sr. and Flora...

Shamsher Singh

Shamsher Singh

Aug 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Professor Shamsher Singh, a cherished husband, father, educator, and pillar of the Fort Valley community.

Born to Risalder Major Shubram and Dhan Kaur Singh in Bhaproda, India on January 5, 1943, he was the youngest of 9 children. After completing his higher secondary studies in Mussoorie, India, Mr. Singh moved to...

James Askins

James Askins

Aug 15, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of James Askins.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

James Askins was born on November 5, 1940, in Fort Valley, Georgia, Peach County, as the second of seven sons to Lonnie Askins and Jestine Virginia Turner Griffin.  He attended Allen Chapel School and Hunt High before enlisting in the...

Fannie L. Meadows

Fannie L. Meadows

Aug 11, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Fannie Meadows. Our condolences to the family and friends.

Ms. Fannie L. Meadows was born December 18, 1949, to the late Thomas Meadows and the late Dorothy Rumph Meadows, in Fort Valley, Georgia.

Reared in the Gano Community by her late Aunt Edna Rumph, Fannie attended the Peach County Public Schools,...

Dempsey Beachum

Dempsey Beachum

Aug 6, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Dempsey Beachum. Our condolences to the family and friends.

“Fear thou not; for I am with thee; for I am thou God; I will strengthen thee; you, I will help thee; yea I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” Isaiah 41:10 NKJV

Dempsey L. Beachum of Fort...

Alberta Walker

Alberta Walker

Aug 3, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Alberta Walker.  Our condolences to the family and friends. 

A.J. Riley

A.J. Riley

Aug 1, 2025

A Time to be Born - AJ affectionately known as “Speedy” or to his grands “Big Daddy” was born on June 5, 1930, to the late Ella Lee Boose and Hillard Riley in Peach County Georgia. He was the middle child of the three from this union. 

A Time to Grow - “Speedy” attended the public schools of Peach County. He accepted...

Johnny Lee Davis, Jr.

Johnny Lee Davis, Jr.

Jul 31, 2025

Johnny Lee Davis, Jr. (Pete) was born on June 22, 1958 in Byron, Georgia to Tracy and Johnny Lee Davis, Sr. He attended Peach County High School where he excelled in basketball, ultimately resulting in his acceptance to Hiawassee Junior College in Tennessee. Upon graduation he attended Georgia College where he was one of the leading members of the men’s...

Dr. Clinton H. Dixon

Dr. Clinton H. Dixon

Jul 30, 2025

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Clinton H. Dixon, who departed this life on July 30, 2025. A pillar of strength, wisdom, and humility, Dr. Dixon was admired not only for his academic contributions but also for his kindness and integrity. His legacy will live on in the lives he touched both inside and...

Arthur "Candyman' Gibson

Arthur "Candyman' Gibson

Jul 28, 2025

Arthur “Candyman” “Otis” Gibson, a beloved pioneer of the DJ community and proud Vietnam veteran, passed away in a hospice facility on Monday, July 28, 2025, at the age of 74.

Born on December 18, 1950, in Fort Valley, Georgia, Arthur grew up surrounded by family, music, rhythm, and resilience. At 18, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served...

Patricia Keen

Patricia Keen

Jul 26, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Patricia Keen. Her warmth, strength, and unwavering kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.

Mrs. Patricia Sturn Keen was born October 18, 1950, in Perry, GA to Tommie Lee Sturn and Julia B Dunn Sturn (who have both preceded her in death). She entered her eternal rest

Saturday July...

James Oates

James Oates

Jul 23, 2025

Mr. James J. O. Oates was born on November 25, 1959, in Fort Valley, Georgia, to the late Earnest Harper, Sr. and Lottie Oates Talton.

James attended the public schools of Peach County, where he was an outstanding football player, softball player, and track runner. He was employed at Ryans Stackhouse until its closure.

James redecided to dedicate his life to God...

Beverly Hampton

Beverly Hampton

Jul 17, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Beverly Hampton.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Chief Antonio Maurice Woodard

Chief Antonio Maurice Woodard

Jul 7, 2025

Chief Antonio Maurice Woodard was born on August 18, 1976 in Macon, GA to the parents of Rosa Woodard and the late James Hicks.

The sun set for the final time on the life of our beloved "Fire Chief" on July 7, 2025. He was known best for being the steady heart of the city fire service. He devoted over twenty...

James Howell Scott

James Howell Scott

Jul 7, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of James Howell Scott.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Kecia Hilton Woods

Kecia Hilton Woods

Jul 6, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Kecia Hilton Woods. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.

Kecia Hilton-Woods was born January 23, 1966, in Far Rockaway, New York, to John and Bernice Hilton. She was educated at Far Rockaway High School, graduating in 1984, and went on to attend York College in Jamaica, NY, as...

Zack Miller, Jr.

Zack Miller, Jr.

Jun 28, 2025

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathies the passing of Zack Miller, Jr. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.