Local Obituaries for Americus, Sumter County, Georgia
James Barry Johnson
April 20, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of James Barry Johnson, born on September 18, 1948, who left this world on April 20, 2025. Barry was a bright flame of life known for his humor and a heart that loved fiercely. Barry graduated from Americus High School in 1966 and South Georgia Tech in 1967.
He was a professional fishing guide...
Stephen H. "Steve" Bailey
April 19, 2025
Mr. Stephen H. "Steve" Bailey, age 72, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
Born on October 3, 1952 in Americus, Georgia, he was the son of the late O.C. and Doris Bailey. Steve managed several convenient stores as well as managing W.W. Fast Foods. He was known for his passion for racing and enjoyed woodworking. He loved eating sweets; especially...
Teofilo Soto-Sanchez
April 19, 2025
Teofilo Soto-Sanchez, age 58, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on January 27, 1967, he was the cherished son of the late Eustaquio Soto Castillo and the late Petra Sánchez Cardona.A devoted and faithful member of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Americus, Georgia. Teofilo lived a life rooted in faith, love, and...
Rosa Lee Preskitt
March 27, 2025
On the morning of March 27, 2025, Rosa Lee Cox Preskitt entered the gates of Heaven where she was met by Jesus, her husband, her daughter, her grandson, and all her other loved ones who passed before her.
A funeral service is planned for Sunday, March 30, beginning at 3:00 P.M at Hancock Funeral Home, 427 South Lee Street. The family...
James "Soapy" Herndon
March 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of James “Soapy” Herndon, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, at the age of 90. Soapy was proud to be a long standing member of his community and was thankful for all he came to know and love. The family is most grateful for...
William "Howard" Holloway
February 21, 2025
William “Howard” Holloway, Sr. age 97 passed peacefully on February 21, 2025. Born June 13, 1927, in Andersonville, GA he was the son of the late Lucius Ballard Holloway and Harriet Arizonia Lashley. A man of faith, Mr. Holloway was a dedicated member of Lee Street United Methodist Church. When he could no longer drive to attend church in Americus...
Lennick Marvin Slappey, Jr.
February 9, 2025
Lennick Marvin Slappey, Jr., 84, of Ellaville, GA passed away peacefully at his home on February 9, 2025.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Judy Slappey, his brother, Leon Slappey, his sister, Sharon Tatum, his three children, two step-daughters, and several grandchildren. Marvin loved his dog, his land, and his country.
A small, private family gathering will take place...
Irvin Jeryl Pinnell
February 8, 2025
Irvin Jeryl Pinnell, age 86 went to be with his Father in heaven on February 8, 2025. He was born on April 23, 1938 in Eastman, GA. He was the son of the late I.J. Pinnell and the late Lucile Pipkin Pinnell. The following beloved family members preceded him in death: brother, Leon Shaw Pinnell, paternal grandparents Levi Newton and...
Ainsworth Gatewood Dudley
February 5, 2025
Ainsworth Gatewood Dudley, Medical Doctor and Brigadier General, was born in Americus, Georgia on 5/25/1938 and passed away in his home in Americus, peacefully with his wife by his side, on 2/5/2025. He lived a long and full life. He was the second son to the late Ira Antoinette Gatewood Dudley and James Crawford Dudley, both from Americus. He was...
Cassandra Faye Thomas
February 4, 2025
Ms. Cassandra Faye Thomas (Sand) was born February 3, 1964, in Sumter County, Georgia to the parentage of the late Mr. Jin Longstreak and Ms. Betty Thomas. She was preceded in death by two siblings, Ms. Cheryl Lynn Thomas, and Ms. Gwendolyn Joyce Thomas; two nieces, Mrs. Jasmine Nekishe Smith-Holmes and Ms. Crystal Tasheka Floyd.
She attended Furlow High School in...
Charlene Sanders
February 2, 2025
Mrs. Charlene Lockhart Sanders, 91, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Perfect Care in Americus, Georgia.
Born on November 4, 1933 in Marian County Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Velma Lockhart. Mrs. Charlene worked many years as a hairdresser and was very hardworking in her business, helping several other hairdressers get started in their careers...
Robert Burgess Moss, Sr.
January 20, 2025
Mr. Robert "Bob" Burgess Moss, Sr., 94, of Plains, Georgia, passed away Monday, January 20, at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center.
Born on September 27, 1930 in Lincolnton, Georgia, he was the son of the late Weaver and Allene Moss. Better known as Bobby to many and as PePa to his family, he lived his life in service to God, family and...
Cora Mae Mizio
January 18, 2025
The homecoming of Cora Mae Mizio was January 18, 2025. She was met at heavens gate by her husband Edwin, and son, Steven, who preceded her in death. Cora, at the age of 98, died peacefully after a short illness at the home of her daughter, Alice, and her husband, in White Oak, Georgia surrounded by several family members. She...
Warren Freneau Hodges
January 9, 2025
Warren Freneau Hodges, Sr., 85, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at his home in Americus, Georgia.
Born on November 13, 1939 in Americus, Georgia, he was the son of the late John and Mattie Hodges. Mr. Warren enjoyed farming and fishing. He was an avid farmer and was passionate about teaching his sons and grandsons all that he could...
Gary James Gilbert
January 4, 2025
Gary James Gilbert, 63, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at his home in Americus, Georgia.
Born on July 9, 1961 in Americus, Georgia, he was the son of the late Billy Joe Gilbert and Mildred Luvin. Gary enjoyed camping, fishing, and was a history buff as well as an avid sports fan, especially the Atlanta Braves. After attending Plains High...
Talbert Maurice Walker
January 4, 2025
Talbert Maurice Walker, 53, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at his home in Doerun, Georgia.
Tal was born on August 10, 1971 in Tifton, Georgia. He was the son of the late Mordecai “Deke” Walker and Irene Manning Walker. He worked with his father’s crop-dusting business for over twenty years where his love for flying blossomed. He loved his father...
Patricia Stephens Scott
January 2, 2025
Patricia Stephens Scott, born on December 27, 1954, went home to join her late husband, James F. Scott, Sr. on January 2, 2025 at her home in Oglethorpe, Georgia.
She is survived by her kids, Virginia Summerlin, Jeffery Scott (Sherry), Melissa Hernandez (Reberto), Jamie Underwood, James Scott Jr. (Tabatha); eleven grandkids; and two brothers.
She was loved by many and will be...
Alice Cagle Fuller
December 30, 2024
Alice Cagle Fuller, 95, passed away Monday evening, December 30, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Plains, Georgia.
Born on August 22, 1929 in Phil Campbell, Alabama she was a daughter of the late Evett and Mattie Cagle. Mrs. Alice was a lifelong resident of Americus, Georgia. She married the love of her life, Harry T. Fuller, and they spent 67...
Stephen Lamar Stanfield
December 24, 2024
Stephen “Steve” Lamar Stanfield, 77, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Auburn, Alabama. Born on February 19, 1947, in Marietta, Ohio, Steve was the son of the late Robert Clifford Stanfield and Catherine Wacker Stanfield. Steve’s father was a construction manager and because of his job, the family moved to many different states before settling in Chamblee, Georgia when...
Daniel Lee Saucier
December 22, 2024
“Do not let yourself be bothered by the inconsequential. One has only so much time in this world, so devote it to the work and the people most important to you, to those you love and things that matter.” - Louis L'Amour
Daniel Lee Saucier, 70, formerly of Enfield, Connecticut, and more recently of Americus, GA, peacefully entered into eternal rest...
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