All Obituaries

Dr. Beverly Ann Holloway Marshall was born on March 9, 1959, to Mr. Lucius Holloway, Sr., and the late Emma Kate Lewis Holloway in Dawson, Georgia. At an early age, Dr. Marshall confessed her love for Christ and became a member of Sardis Missionary Baptist Church in Dawson, Georgia, under the leadership of Reverend Milton W. Merritt. She was a servant and devoted her time to the church and served with several ministries during her life. She served as a part of the Dorcas Ministry, President...

It is with deepest sympathy to announce the passing of Mr. Edmond Wade Giles, Jr. of Cuthbert, Georgia.  He transitioned to his eternal home October 13, 2020. He will truly be missed by his loving family and friends. 

It is with deepest sympathy to announce the passing of Mr. Gary Carlton Hinton of Huntsville, Alabama.  He transitioned to his eternal home October 13, 2020. He will truly be missed by his loving family and friends.  Services are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date by Ward Funeral Home.  Please keep the family in your prayers.

Millie Jackson Powellwas born on February 15, 1947, to the late Ike and Pauline Staffin in Randolph County, Georgia. She departed this life at Columbus Specialty Hospital in Columbus, Georgia, on October 3, 2020. At an early age, Millie accepted Christ in her life and joined Enterprize Baptist Church, where she remained an active member until her health declined. Millie is preceded in death by two husbands, Sammie Jackson and Ben Powell; three sisters, Essie Mae Roberts, Minnie Staffin,...

Dorothy Murdock Edwards was born on December 29, 1935, to the late Fred Murdock, Sr., and Lilla Moses Murdock in Lumpkin, Georgia. She went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 28, 2020. She accepted Christ at a young age at Greater St. Mark A.M.E. Church in Lumpkin, Georgia. In 1994, she joined South Columbus United Methodist Church under the leadership of Reverend Joseph Robinson. She remained a faithful member under the leadership of Reverend Reggie Williams until her passing. She...

Mrs. Maggie Lee Martin was born on October 30, 1947 in Randolph County, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Johnson,Sr and Leola Daniels Johnson. Maggie was educated in the Terrell County School System. She accepted Jesus Christ into her life at an early age. She was a member of Mt. Airy M. B. Church in Newton, Georgia, where she served on the Senior Usher Board, under the leadership of late Rev. C.L. Ponder for many years until moving to Dawson, Georgia. She worked for Pineland Plantation as a...

A Time to Be Born Curtis Taylor was born on November 3, 1954, to the late Ollie Mae Taylor and Willie C. Price. He was raised by the late Perry and Jessie Lee Granger. A Time to Plant The seed of life was planted in Dawson, GA, where he attended Terrell High School. Curtis was a devoted member of the Mighty Greenwave marching band. Later, Curtis began his career with North Folk Southern Railroad as a Mechanic Machine Operator. A Time to Go Home The final call from God to come home and...

Al Redmond was born on March 7, 1949, in Lee County Georgia to Buford Redmond and Mae Palmer Redmond. Al at the age of 17 married the love of his life Faye Lane, who was at the age of sweet 16. Al transitioned to eternal rest on July 19, 2020 at his home. Al is preceded in death by his parents, a sister Mae Redmond Ramsey and a brother Mount Redmond.  Al enjoyed his life and lived life to the fullest. He spent most of his earthly life working with wildlife.  He was in numerous...

Carlton was born on January 7, 1956 in Attapulgus, GA to Roosevelt Dixon and Lucy Curry. Later that year the family moved to Newark, NJ where Carlton received his education in Newark Public schools. As a teenager you could often find “Bo” at the local park playing football and basketball. As a young adult Carlton began working with his brother John for Meyers furniture. He married Jennifer Curington on August 9, 1975. To their Union were born two sons, Carlton (Terry) and...

David Bush was born on February 9, 1957, in Albany, Georgia, to the late Mr. Idell Bush, Sr., and Mrs. Ocie Lee Lane Bush. David accepted Christ at an early age, and growing up, he was a member of New Macedonia Church in Albany, Georgia. David attended Coachman Park Elementary and River Road Junior High school. He was a graduate of Monroe High School, class of 1976. During High School, he enjoyed playing baseball and being a part of his high school’s team. Later, he proceeded to attend...