Obituaries
Leo Frederick Bowersox
Jul 22, 2025
Leo Fredrick Bowersox passed away peacefully in Buford, Georgia on July 22, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by his devoted family.
Born on October 30, 1944, in Jackson, Michigan, Leo was the youngest of four siblings. He grew up in Powers, Michigan, alongside his brother and sisters before the family later relocated to Chicago, Illinois. From a young age,...
Shirley Lane Bowersox
Feb 12, 2025
Shirley Lane Bowersox, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025, at the age of 78. Born and raised in Albany, Georgia, Shirley lived most of her life in the heart of this community. She married an Air Force Airman Leo Bowersox, with whom she built a life filled with love and laughter over...
Naveen Anand Gunda
Jul 29, 2025
Naveen Anand Gunda passed away peacefully in Leesburg, Georgia on July 29, 2025, at the age of 50, surrounded by his devoted family Mrs.
Sheryl Gunda and Daughter Shreya Karen Gunda. Brother Mrs. & Mr. Paul Prashanth Gunda and Prathyusha Gunda children Pranay Joshua and Anaya Gunda. Born on April 29, 1975, in Hyderabad, India, to Mrs. & Mr. Vidyasagar Gunda...
Cynthia L. Craft
Jul 29, 2025
Cynthia L. Craft, 59, of Shellman, GA passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, August 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at New Bethel Baptist Church, Dawson, GA. Pastor Danny Craft and Pastor Jeff Henry will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Cindy was born in Cuthbert, GA and lived in both...
Ruby Duane McLeod
Jul 28, 2025
Ruby Duane (Ford) McLeod, 82, of Port Wentworth, GA, formerly of Albany, GA, died July 28, 2025, at her residence due to Alzheimer’s Disease. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 8, 2025 at 11:00 am at Mathews Funeral Home. Jason Steege will officiate. Interment will follow at Crown Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. McLeod was born on January 3,1943 in Blakely, GA...
Carolyn Webb Griner
Jul 28, 2025
Carolyn Webb Griner, 86, of Leesburg, GA died Monday July 28, 2025 at Angels Garden Personal Care Home in Dacula, GA. Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 11:00 at First Free Will Baptist Church. Rev Mark Walker & Rev David Postlewaite will officiate.
Carolyn was born in Omega, GA on July 2, 1939. She graduated from Tift...
Allen "Big Papa" West
Jul 26, 2025
Allen Jerome West, 57, of Jackson, GA died Saturday, July 26, 2025 at his home.
His funeral service will be 2:00 PM, Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Mathews Funeral Home with interment in Leesburg City Cemetery.
Born in Dawson, Mr. West grew up in the Albany area and had lived in Jackson for the last 15 years. He attended Wilcox High School,...
Stephen Dewayne Watkins
Jul 25, 2025
Stephen Dewayne Watkins, 66, of Leesburg, GA died, Friday, July 25 2025 at his residence. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Mark Watkins will officiate.
Dewayne was born in Valdosta to the late William and Catherine Watkins, Sr. He worked as a mechanic at the Marine Corps Logistics Base. In his spare time, he...
Tommy Nelson Crosby
Jul 25, 2025
Tommy Nelson Crosby, of Albany, Georgia passed away Friday, July 25, 2025 at his residence at the age of 78. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Mathews Funeral Home at 11:00 A.m. Interment to follow to Floral Memory Gardens. Mr. Ross Powell will officiate.
Born on February 18, 1947, in Sale City, Georgia, to the late Clarence...
Nancy Carole Derrig
Jul 25, 2025
Nancy Carole Derrig, 87, of Lee County, GA, died July 25, 2025, at Dawson Manor in Dawson, GA. A homegoing celebration will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Philema Road Baptist Church. Rev. Aaron McCulley will officiate. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow on Monday,...
Douglas Daniels
Jul 25, 2025
Douglas “Doug” Daniels, (USN, Ret.), 87, of Bronwood, GA, died July 25, 2025 at his residence. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 12:00 pm, at Mathews Funeral Home. Chaplain Norman Pierce will officiate. Committal services will follow at 2:00 pm at Andersonville National Cemetery with Military Honors.
Doug was born on March 3, 1938 in Paintsville, KY...
Richard Lloyd Webster, Sr.
Jul 25, 2025
Richard Lloyd Webster, 54, of Sylvester, GA passed away Friday, July 25, 2025 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Memorial services will be conducted Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 11:00 am at Mathews Funeral Home , Chaplain Joey Holland will officiate.
Richard was born in Albany, GA, he attended Dougherty Co. and Lee Co. Schools and in his younger years, he enjoyed...
B.F. Hodges
Jul 21, 2025
Benjamin Franklin “B.F” Hodges of Leesburg, GA, died Monday, July 21, 2025 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Mathews Funeral Home. Mr. Scott Price will officiate. Interment will follow at Thundering Springs Cemetery.
B.F. was born in Nashville, GA., to the late Hillie and Odell Hodges. B.F. owned and...
George William Wilson, Sr.
Jul 20, 2025
With great sorrow we announce the passing of George W. Willson, who departed this life on Sunday July 20, 2025 at the age of 74. A devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. George lived his life to protect and care for the ones he loved. His ultimate goal in life was to provide for his family with...
Felicia Michelle Massey
Jul 20, 2025
It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of our loved one. Michelle, as she was affectionately known, gained her wings on Sunday, July 20, 2025, surrounded by family at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:00 am at Mathews Funeral Home. Mr. Ross Powell will officiate. Interment will...
James Kelley Sexton
Jul 17, 2025
James Kelley Sexton, 98., of Lee County, GA., died Thursday, July 17, 2025 at his residence. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Mathews Funeral Home with military honors. Interment will follow at Floral Memory Gardens. Rev. Steve Hood will officiate.
James was born in Huntsville, TN to the late Kelsey and Flora Sexton. He...
June Marie Medlock Glover
Jul 17, 2025
June Marie Medlock Glover, 90, of Albany, GA passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025 at Willson Hospice House. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, July 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at First Free will Baptist Church. Rev. Dennis Taylor will officiate. Private entombment at Crown Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum.
June Marie Glover, known as “Mrs.G” could be found at the ballpark...
Russell James Edwards
Jul 15, 2025
It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of Russell James Edwards, who departed this life on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 at the age of 92. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Russ lived a life guided by faith, service, and unwavering love for his family and country.
Born on July 26th, 1932, in Trenton,...
Barbara Sauls Locke
Jul 14, 2025
Barbara Jean Sauls Locke Drew, 95, passed away July 14, 2025 at her home. Her funeral service will be conducted Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 11:00 am at Dawson Methodist Church with a private entombment to follow.
Barbara Jean Sauls was born in Atmore, Alabama on May 28, 1930, but a few months later Barbara and her parents, Aiken Chesley and...
Kevin Brian Fretwell
Jul 12, 2025
Kevin Brian Fretwell, of Lee County, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital at the age of 54. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Mathews Funeral Home. Rev. Andrew Kornegay will officiate.
Born on March 23, 1971, in Corydon, Indiana, to the late John E. and Gail...
