Shirley Ann Burnette Beck

June 10, 1935 - June 30, 2026Shirley Ann Burnette Beck, 91, of Gray, passed away, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m.Friday, July 3, 2026, at Hart’s Mortuary Jones County Chapel, 307 Pecan Lane, Gray, GA, with Dr.Tommy Jordan officiating.

Bobby “Bob” Earl Belcher

Oct. 3, 1932 - July 4, 2026On July 4, 2026, Bobby “Bob” Earl Belcher, a loving husband, and devoted father of three, passed away peacefully at Pine Pointe Hospice at the age of 93, following a prolonged battle with cancer.Bob was born on October 3, 1932, in Brooklet, GA, to John and Ada Belcher.

This Week In the Word

Pastor & Mrs. Joe L. RidleyObedienceFor verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.

Peggy Moore Burgess Brennaman

October 25, 1937 - June 25, 2026Peggy Moore Burgess Brennaman, 88, passed away at Autumn Lane Health and Rehabilitation on Thursday, June 25, 2026. A memorial service will be held at Hart’s Mortuary, Jones County Chapel on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Daniel W. Sheffield, Jr.

Oct. 6, 1955 - June 23, 2026Daniel W. Sheffield Jr., passed away on Tuesday evening, June 23, 2026, at his home surrounded by loving family. A celebration of life was held Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Gordon Methodist Church, Gordon GA, at 2:00 p.m. with a visitation for family and friends at 1:00 p.m.

Walter “Scott” Walston

March 11, 1957 - June 26, 2026Mr. Walter “Scott” Walston, 69, of Macon, GA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 26, 2026.Born on March 11, 1957, Scott was raised in Twiggs County, a place he always considered home.

George W. Harden

George W. Harden, 80 years old, passed on June 28, 2026. Born Dec. 11, 1945.Sons, George R. Harden (Jill) of Haddock, Lewis S. Harden (Leslie) of Thomaston, Stephen R. Harden (Anna) of Evansville, IN; daughters, Lisa G.

Shirley Ann Rowland Greene

May 21, 1936 - June 18, 2026Shirley Ann Rowland Greene passed away Thursday morning, June 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at her home. A memorial service was held on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Gray Memorial Chapel at 2:00 p.m.

Georgia Joann Kirksey

Dec. 17, 1957 - June 13, 2026Georgia Joann Kirksey passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Piedmont Macon Healthcare following an extended illness. A gathering for family and friends was held Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Gray Memorial Chapel from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Ruth Ann Emerick

July 6, 1954 - June 13, 2026Ruth Ann Emerick passed away peacefully Saturday, June 13, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of her life was held Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Gray Memorial Chapel at 2:00 p.m. with a visitation for family and one hour prior to the service.