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Leward "Lee" Walker

Leward "Lee" Walker

Nov 18, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. Leward Walker on November 18, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

LEWARD WALKER, affectionately known as “LEE”, was born July 18, 1947, in Fort Valley, Georgia to the parentage of James B. and Emma H. Walker. He was the fifth of nine children. He made his...

Willie Frank Stephens

Willie Frank Stephens

Nov 15, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. Willie Stephens on November 15, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Wilma Jean Ransom

Wilma Jean Ransom

Nov 13, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Wilma J. Ransom.  Wilma entered into eternal rest on 11/13/2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Sandra Murray

Sandra Murray

Nov 5, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Sandra Murray on November 5, 2024. 

SANDRA MURRAY a native of Fort Valley, Georgia was born on November 28, 1953 at the Macon Medical Center (now known as the Macon Navicent Medical Center in Macon, Georgia) to parents Rosalind Felton Murray and Fred Murray of Fort Valley, Georgia. 

Sandra attended the...

Jeffery Wayne Peebles, Jr.

Jeffery Wayne Peebles, Jr.

Nov 4, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Jeffery Wayne Peebles, Jr.   Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Dr. Donnie D. Bellamy

Dr. Donnie D. Bellamy

Oct 31, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Dr. Donnie D. Bellamy.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

“My challenge was to weave into the fabric of American history enough of the presence of blacks so that the story of the United States could be told adequately and fairly.” John Hope Franklin

Dr. Donnie D. Bellamy also...

Luverne Hill

Luverne Hill

Oct 30, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Luverne Hill on October 30, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.

Mrs. Luverne Hill, a beloved matriarch, was born on August 6, 1943, as the second of five children to the late Ordell and Ola Mae Sanders.

She received her education in the Peach County School System in...

Kevia Contrelle Jackson

Kevia Contrelle Jackson

Oct 20, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Kevia  Contrelle Jackson on October 20, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Therefore, you now have sorrow; but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice, and your joy no one will take from you… John 16:22

Life’s race beautifully run… Life’s race magnificently done… Life’s...

Richard "Hawk" Richardson

Richard "Hawk" Richardson

Oct 20, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Richard Richardson on October 20, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Richard Richardson passed away on October 20, 2024, in Macon County, GA. Born on January 30, 1955, Richard's infectious love for life and laughter touched everyone he met. Affectionately known as “Hawk”, he had a profound...

Lovie Marie Lake

Lovie Marie Lake

2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the loss of baby Lovie Marie Lake. Our sincere condolences to Jeffrey and April Lake. 

Jesus V. Loera

Jesus V. Loera

Oct 3, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Jesus V. Loera on October 3, 2024. Our condolences to the family and friends. 

Edwards Small Mortuary anuncia con nuestro más sentido pésame el fallecimiento de Jesús V. Loera el 3 de octubre de 2024.

Paul Buckner

Paul Buckner

Sep 28, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Paul Buckner on September 28, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Mr. Paul Buckner was born to the late Lucy Ree and Off Buckner. Paul was also known as “Unk or Buck of the Town”. After graduating from D.F. Douglas High School in Montezuma, GA he was...

Charles Barrett

Charles Barrett

Sep 16, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Charles Barrett.  Charles was pronounced on September 16, 2024. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.

Charles Barrett affectionally known as “Pop-Pop” to many was born May 5, 1957 to the late Annie Willie Barrett and the late Charlie Bible of Florida.

He attended the Public Schools in Florida and...

Shirley Ann Simmons

Shirley Ann Simmons

Sep 15, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Shirley Ann Simmons.  Our Sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Shirley Ann Simmons affectionately known as “Ninny” of Fort Valley, Georgia completed her earthly journey on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at her residence. 

On January 21, 1949 Shirley was born to James and Eva Simmons, Sr. in Knoxville, Georgia.

She was...

Ruth Mae Miller

Ruth Mae Miller

Aug 16, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Ruth Mae Miller on August 16, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Ruth Mae Miller, a native of Perry, Georgia was born on March 29, 1937 in to the late Little Ran “Doc” Miller and Lula Bell Miller. Although she was born in Perry, Georgia, she became...

Lisa Ross

Lisa Ross

Aug 12, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Lisa Ross on August 12, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Lisa Ross was born August 19, 1979 in Fort Valley, Georgia. Her parents were Edward Ross Sr. and Willie Mae Ross. On August 12, 2024 she was called home to her heavenly father.

Lisa graduated from Macon...

Essie Maude Ivory Harris

Essie Maude Ivory Harris

Jul 30, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Essie Maude Ivory Harris on July 30, 2024. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Essie Maude Ivory-Harris was born on August 17, 1937, in Fort Valley, Georgia to the late John Henry Ivory Sr. and Annie Maude Preston-Ivory. She was raised alongside a total of 12 siblings.

The Ivory...

Samuel David Tukes

Samuel David Tukes

Jul 25, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Samuel Tukes on July 25, 2024. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Samuel David Tukes was born on October 29, 1942, the third of seven children born to the late David C. and Ida Bell Fields Tukes. He graduated from H.A. Hunt High and attended Fort Valley State...

Lelia Mae Snipes Felton Cliett

Lelia Mae Snipes Felton Cliett

Jul 13, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Lelia Mae Snipes Felton Cliett on July 13, 2024.  Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Lelia, daughter of the late Mr. J.C. Snipes and Susie Mae Jones was born February 20, 1947 in Fort Valley, Georgia. 

She was affectionately called "Pete" by family and friends. Lelia received her education...

John Wesley Lindsey, Sr.

John Wesley Lindsey, Sr.

Jul 11, 2024

Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of John Wesley Lindsey on July 11, 2024. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. 

Mr. John Wesley Lindsey Sr. was born July 31, 1950 to the late Willie Lee Lindsey Jr and the late Ora Bell Lindsey. He is preceded in death by the love of his life Sherrill...

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