Obituaries

Russell Sean Waters

Russell Sean Waters

Russell Sean Waters

Feb. 16, 1975 - Jan. 31, 2025It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Russell Sean Waters on Friday, January 31, 2025, in Sardis, Georgia. Russ was born on February 16, 1975, in Macon, Georgia, and his spirit touched the lives of many.
Ann Paulette Stephens

Ann Paulette Stephens

Ann Paulette Stephens

Nov. 23, 1951 - Jan. 28, 2025Ann Paulette Stephens, 73, of Jones County, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Atrium Health Navicent in Macon. Born in Louisville, Georgia, on November 23, 1951, Ann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Harolene Murray Willis

Harolene Murray Willis

Harolene Murray Willis

Feb. 6, 1944 - Jan. 27, 2025Harolene Murray Willis, 80, of Gray, Georgia, passed away on January 27, 2025. A memorial service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel.
James Patrick “Jim” Dooley

James Patrick “Jim” Dooley

James Patrick “Jim” Dooley

Feb. 9, 1944 - Jan. 12, 2024James Patrick “Jim” Dooley, age 80, of Jones County, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12th, 2025, at the Georgia War Veterans Home.
Martha Elizabeth Walston

Martha Elizabeth Walston

Martha Elizabeth Walston

Jan. 16, 2025Martha Elizabeth Walston, 65, of Gray, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, January 16, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family at Atrium Health Navicent. Martha’s passing marks the end of a remarkable life filled with love, generosity, and pioneering achievements.
Gloria Wilson Duffell

Gloria Wilson Duffell

Gloria Wilson Duffell

Oct. 10, 1940 - Jan. 22, 2025Gloria Wilson Duffell, 84, of Gray, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The family met friends from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 27, 2025, at Snow’s at Macon Memorial Park. A celebration of her life followed at 1:00 p.m.
Sam Carroll Kelly

Sam Carroll Kelly

Sam Carroll Kelly

Jan. 25, 1932 - Jan. 21, 2025Sam Carroll Kelly, 92, passed away peacefully at home on his Jones County Farm on January 21, 2025. He was born on this same home place on January 25, 1932.Sam attended grade school at Griswoldville, where his mother was a beloved teacher.
Shirley Edna Parker Cooper

Shirley Edna Parker Cooper

Shirley Edna Parker Cooper

Sept. 27, 1939 - Jan. 18, 2025Shirley Edna Parker Cooper, 85, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday morning, January 18, 2025, with her precious loving dachshund Sir Winston laying by her side.
Robert Grady “Bobby” Clarke, Jr.

Robert Grady “Bobby” Clarke, Jr.

Robert Grady “Bobby” Clarke, Jr.

Aug. 12, 1953 - Jan. 16, 2025Robert Grady “Bobby” Clarke, Jr., age 71, of Jones County, Georgia, went home to Heaven on Thursday, January 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home.

Robert Arthur Wharton

Aug. 22, 1965 - Dec. 30, 2024Robert Arthur Wharton, age 59, of Jones County, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024. Born on August 22, 1965, in Miami, Florida, Robert was a man of kindness, generosity, and a love for life’s simple pleasures.