Merilyn Martin Elrod Cheatham, born December 25, 1946, in Texarkana, AR, to Robert Bayless Elrod and Frances Lucille Martin, passed on March 14, 2026. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Jeff Cheatham, of Columbus, GA; her siblings, Max Elrod (Beth) of Texarkana, AR and Jane Martin of Chanute, KS; her two daughters, Kelly (Gillespie) Sutterfield (Mike Sutterfield)...
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Shirley Ann Newsome Comer, 76, passed away peacefully at her home in Ellerslie, Georgia, on April 4, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Her daughter and granddaughter were by her side at the time of her passing. She was born on August18, 1949, in Phenix City, Alabama, to Nelle and Henry Newsome. Shirley was a devoted mother, Memaw and great-memaw....
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Carolyn Kuester McCarty, born October 24th, 1946, in Griswold, IA, passed away peacefully on April 1st, 2026. Born to Ruby May Patton Spires and Norman Dallas Kuester, she graduated from Baker High School in Columbus, GA, in 1964. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruby May Patton Spires, her father Norman Dallas Kuester, her stepfather, Beverly “Bill” E....
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Charles Raymond Latimer March 20, 1961 – March 23, 2026 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Raymond Latimer, who entered eternal rest on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 65. Charles was born in Columbus, Georgia, to the late Garfield and Sammie (Williams) Latimer. He was a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew,...
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Fredrick Jerome Gipson was born on March 12, 1960, in Montgomery, Alabama, to Thomas Gipson and Willie Mae Gipson (Simon). He was raised in Montgomery, where he discovered a natural gift for basketball at Prattville High School — a reflection of the drive and competitiveness that would follow him throughout his life. After graduation, Fredrick answered the call to serve...
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Demetrea Monique Campbell passed from this life on March 25, 2026. Demetrea was born on May 7, 1984, in Nurnberg, Germany, alongside her twin sister Lemetrea. Demetrea leaves behind to cherish her memory, her sons: DeKivian, Aaron, and Devaughn; her twin sister: Lemetrea; her brothers; Klentin, Qwentin, and Levonte; her mother: Sharlee Campbell; her father: Leverne Campbell; and a host...
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Leslie Tuttle Rowson, born March 23, 1946, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026. She was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and raised in Cumberland Foreside, Maine, where she attended the Waynflete School. Leslie was the daughter of Sally Tuttle (Mitchell) and Phillip B. Tuttle. She is survived by her children, Whitney Cresci (husband Bedeke) and Carter Rowson (wife Courtney), daughter-in-law...
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Mary Ann Nowell, 84, of Jonesboro, Georgia passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. She was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, Clyde McDearis and Bonnie Stewart McDearis, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Bill McDearis and Johnny McDearis, and daughter-in- law, Wendy Nowell (Mark). Mary Ann is survived by her husband, Tommy Nowell Sr.,...
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Buck Allen Edwards, born December 5, 1953, passed away on March 23, 2026. Buck lived life on his own terms—on a motorcycle, with a fishing pole nearby, and always ready to swap stories or BS with anyone who’d listen. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Edwards, and his sons, Buck Edwards (Cassie) and Jon JaCoby (Brooke). Buck also leaves behind his grandchildren—Maya, Hannah, Kimberly,...
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Brenda Sue Meehan Byrd, a woman whose life was a living testament to the love of Christ, entered into the eternal, loving arms of Jesus on March 20, 2026. Born on August 2, 1946, to Mary and Sherman Meehan, Brenda’s journey of service began remarkably early. At the tender age of seven, following the tragic loss of her beloved Daddy,...
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