Obituaries
Obituary Listing
Robert L. Meadows
Oct 18, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces the passing of Robert L. Meadows of Kathleen, Georgia on October 18. 2023. Our deepest sympathy to the friends and family.
Mr. Robert Lawrence Meadows affectionately known as “Sharphead” was born December 16, 1947 to Dorothy Rumph Meadows Jordan and Thomas Meadows in Birmingham, Alabama. His maternal grandparents were Money and Hannah McGhee Rumph of...
Nathaniel Caldwell
Oct 11, 2023
It is with our deepest sympathy that we announce the passing of Mr. Nathaniel Caldwell. Our condolences to the loved ones.
Nathaniel Caldwell, who called himself “Nate” as a little boy, was called to rest early Wednesday morning at home, October 11, 2023.
Mr. Caldwell was born in Macon County, Marshallville, Georgia on November 24, 1945, to the parentage of...
Caleb De'Shawn Hooten
Oct 10, 2023
Caleb Hooten entered into eternal rest. Edwards Small Mortuary announces his passing with our deepest sympathy. Our prayers go out to the friends and family.
Caleb De’Shawn Hooten affectionately called: “Youngin'' was born on December 12, 2002 in Macon, Georgia to proud parents Willie Hooten and Tetse Hooten. He was reared in Fort Valley, Georgia, but he resided in Warner...
Cedrick Lashon Frederick
Oct 9, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Cedrick Lashon Frederick on October 9, 2023. We extend our sincere condolences to the friends and family. Cedrick Lashon Frederick transitioned from this earthly life on October 9, 2023 in Warner Robins, Georgia. Cedrick was born in Macon, Georgia on February 11, 1985 to parents, Frederick Bass and Savita Johnson.Cedrick,...
Lavern "Sally" Thorpe
Oct 6, 2023
It is with our deepest sympathy that Edwards Small Mortuary announces the passing of Lavern Thorpe on Friday, October 6th. Our condolences to the family and friends.
Lavern (Sally) Thorpe passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023 at her home surrounded by her children. Lavern was born July 18, 1956 in Crawford County, to the late Leon Clark, Sr....
Dedrea Pierre Adkins McCrary
Oct 3, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Dedrea P. Adkins McCrary on Tuesday, October 3rd. Our condolences to the loved ones. REMEMBERING DEDREA
On August 10, 1967, God blessed Sham and Mary Cosby Adkins of Fort Valley, Georgia with a beautiful baby girl whom they named Dedrea Pierre Adkins.
On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, while surrounded...
Flossie Wells
Aug 6, 2023
Flossie Mae Jackson Wells born Monday December 29,1941 in Fort Valley, Georgia to the late Mr. Samuel Jackson and Mrs. Lillie Mae (Milton) Jackson. Flossie attended H.A Hunt high School, in the Peach County school system. Flossie spent her high school days as a competitive basketball player.
Flossie then spent time in Miami before traveling back to Fort Valley, a place...
“Rabbit” Willie Frank Harris
Aug 5, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of “Rabbit” Willie Frank Harris on August 5, 2023. Our condolences to the family and friends.
Willie Frank Harris, affectionately known as (Rabbit) was born on July 9, 1945 in Crawford County, Georgia to the late Willie J. and Smithy Hill Harris. He was the first born and only...
Thomas "Shorty" McKenzie
Jul 25, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. Thomas J. McKenzie. Mr. McKenzie transitioned into eternal rest on July 25, 2023. Our condolences to the family and friends.
Thomas "Shorty" McKenzie attended Dooley County School System during his formative years and went on to receive his GED at a later time.
He was married...
Jeffrey Jordan
Jul 5, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Jeffrey Jordan on July 5, 2023. Our condolences to the family and friends. Jeffrey Jordan was born in Fort Valley, Georgia to Berry and Shirley Ballard Jordan in 1960. His educational background started at Peach County High School and continued at Morehouse College, West Georgia College, and Fort Valley...
Shirley Shoemake Burnett
Jun 27, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Shirly Burnett on June 27, 2023. Condolences to the family and friends.
Shirley Shoemake Burnett made her way into this world on June 24, 1950 – born to Rosetta Oxendine Worth in Plant City, Florida. The bookends of her life contain countless chapters and pages of experiences, personal...
Charles E. Hollis, Sr.
Jun 26, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces the passing of Mr. Charles E. Hollis. Mr. Hollis entered into eternal rest on June 26, 2023. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends.
Mr. Charles Hollis, Sr. was born in Sumter County, Georgia on June 26, 1946 to the late Cleve Hollis and Rosalee Carter Hollis.
At an early age, Charles dedicated his...
Jimmie Crocker
Jun 25, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces the passing of Jimmie Crocker with our deepest sympathy. Our condolences to the family and friends.
Jimmy Crocker was born on March 15, 1943 to his loving parents, Annie Lizzie Crocker and LN Crocker in Marshallville, Georgia. Jimmy attended Lamson-Richardson elementary school in Marshallville, Georgia. He completed his high school education at D. F. Douglas High...
Evelyn Keturah Ross
Jun 24, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Evelyn Keturah Ross. Evelyn entered into heavenly rest on June 24, 2023. Our condolences to the family and friends.
Evelyn Keturah Ross age 77, a beautiful soul, died peacefully at home with her family by her side in Perry, Georgia from Pulmonary Complication June 24, 2023. Born April...
Douglas Royal Almond
Jun 22, 2023
Edwards Small Mortuary announces the passing of Mr. Douglas Almond. Douglas entered into eternal rest on June 22, 2023. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends.
Douglas R. Almond was born on June 12, 1952 in Vienna, GA to the late Mr. Alter Lee Almond and Georgia Mae Almond.
Douglas attended public schools of Dooly County and graduated from...
Harvet Roberts
Jun 20, 2023
“To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted.”
- Ecclesiastes 3:1 – 2
~~ A Time to be Born ~~
Mr. Harvet Roberts entered this world on July...
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
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
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
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...