All Obituaries

It is with profound sadness to announce the passing of Mr. Bernard Burks.  He transitioned to his eternal home on July 23, 2022. He will truly be missed by his loving family and friends.  Please keep the family in your prayers.

Ward Funeral Home is saddened the announce the passing of Buster Graham. He was more than just a dog, he was a member of the Graham Family. He will be dearly missed by all. Rest well, friend! A Heart Of Gold A heart of gold stopped beating, Two shining eyes at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best – Author Unknown  

Jerry Lee Hayes was born on December 4, 1953, to Robert Hayes and Ruby Young Hayes, in Muncie, Indiana.  Jerry was a man who loved his family and provided for them in any way he could.  He was loved and liked by all who knew him.  He had a great personality and was kind to everyone.  Jerry spent most of his life working with his hands on any automobile he could.  Cars were his most prized passion besides his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his...

Lisa Marie Johnson, the eldest daughter of the late Ulysses Lewis, Sr. and the late Viney Dean Perry Lewis was born on May 12, 1968 in Randolph County, Shellman, Ga. As a young child, “Momma” as she was affectionately known by her family and friends accepted Christ as her personal savior and joined Union Hill Baptist Church of Shellman, Ga. She obtained her formal education in the public schools of Randolph County, Ga and graduated as a member of the class of 1986. On March 2,...

Masie Dale Hawkins was on June 22, 1938 to the late, Reverend Tony and Lena Fisher Dale in Baker County, Georgia. Masie was educated in the Ivory Mills and Piney Grove Schools in Baker County.  Masie Dale Hawkins transitioned from her earthly body on February 10, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her husband, R. C. Hawkins, her parents, Reverend Tony and Lena Fisher Dale; sisters, Arlene Hawkins, Roxie Mae Swan, Lucille Fulwood, and Anaphene Dale Hawkins; brothers, Charlie Dale,...

Mary Marie Mack Furness was born on August 6, 1952 to Bud Mack and Eva Sutton, in Battle Creek, Michigan.  Mary graduated from Miami Springs Senior High school and continued her education at Miami Dade College.  She owned her upholstery business for 20 years.  After her venture with her upholstery shop she began her work as a Postal Worker for the United States Postal Service for the past 15 years. She was fond of gardening, computer games and...

Shanna Marie Atkinson Vogel was born on October 31, 1985 to Michael Atkinson and Shelby Craig in Nashville, Tennessee.  Shanna transitioned to her eternal rest on February 6, 2022 at her residence in Cuthbert, Georgia.  She was proceeded in death by her grandparents, Hubert and Rubye Davis, Leon and Mary Brown, and Felix Atkinson; father-in-law’s, Robert Googe and Ronnie Craig. Shanna leaves her memories to be cherished by her loving husband, Brian Vogel; three children,...

It is with deepest sympathy to announce the passing of Mr. Ian Furness of Coleman, Georgia.  He transitioned to eternal rest on December 8, 2021. He will truly be missed by his loving family and friends. Please keep the family in your prayers. The Family of Mr. Ian Furness wishes to express sincere appreciation and gratitude to everyone for all acts of kindness and expressions of love during our time of bereavement.  Your support at this difficult time is a great comfort to our...

Omar Kenyon Muhammad was born on August 17, 1987, to Omar S. Muhammad and Toye McDade in Tampa, Florida. He received his education in the public schools of the Hilllsborough School District. Omar lived life to the fullest every day. He loved his family and children. He was very fond of the character “The Joker.” He enjoyed watching movies that he was in every chance he had. Omar departed his earthly body to take eternal rest on December 3, 2021. He was preceded in death by his...

Julie Elizabeth Burke McKendree, age 46, of Dawson, Georgia, passed away on October 2, 2021 after an excruciating, nearly lifelong battle with Type 1 (childhood) diabetes. A memorial service at Mount Hebron Baptist Church will be held at a later date.   Julie was born on October 29, 1974, in Cuthbert, Georgia. She was the daughter of R.B. Burke and Kitty Clyde Bass (Burke) Lofton, both of whom preceded her in death this year. Julie was the youngest granddaughter of E. Ralph Bass, Sr....