Local Obituaries for Americus, Sumter County, Georgia
Elizabeth Shaddix
October 9, 2024
Mrs. Elizabeth Hart Shaddix, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center.
Graveside funeral services are planned for 3:00 PM on Sunday, October 13, at Oak Grove Cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Sunday between the hours of 1:00 & 2:45 PM at Hancock Funeral Home, 427 S. Lee St., and at other times at...
Virginia "Jenny" Dale Lashley
September 22, 2024
Virgina (Jenny) Dale Lashley, 90, passed away peacefully on September 22 at her home in Americus, GA, after a long and fulfilled life. She was born in El Paso, Texas and as a young girl moved to California with her family, then as a teenager back to El Paso, Texas where she met her husband Bob Lashley. At the age...
Nancy Kaylor Miller
September 18, 2024
Nancy Kaylor Miller, a beloved resident of DeSoto, Georgia, passed away peacefully, on September 18, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, community service, and dedication to her family. Born in DeSoto, GA to the late Benjamin Franklin Kaylor and Carolyn Louise Harvey Kaylor, Nancy lived a life rooted in family, faith, and service. She is survived by her half-aunt,...
Dianne Dillard Rowland
September 14, 2024
Mrs. Dianne Dillard Rowland, age 83, passed away on Saturday morning, September 14, 2024 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center.
Funeral services are planned for 2:00 PM on Tuesday, September 17, at First Methodist Church., with Rev. Daryl Brown officiating. A family interment service will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Tifton.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday at First Methodist Church,...
Rae'anne Johnson
September 2, 2024
Rae'anne Johnson, 48, passed away Tuesday, September 2, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.
Born July 29, 1976 in Lewiston, Maine, she was the daughter of Sonny Eaton and Paula Lerma. She was a member of Plains Baptist Church and was a involved with the Valley Rescue Mission.
Rae'anne is survived by her parents, Paula and Arnulfo Lerma; her son, Jimmie Odom; her...
Miguel Angel Gomez Santiz
September 1, 2024
Miguel Angel Gomez Santiz, age 28, passed away on September 1, 2024.
Born on March 13, 1996, in Oxchuc, Chiapas, he was the son of Olegario Gomez and Alicia Santiz.
Along with both of his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Jose L. Gomez Santiz, Juan C. Gomez Santiz (Laura Morales), Filiberto Gomez Santiz (Martha Gomez), Eduardo Gomez Santiz (Elena Gomez),...
David Watson Pirkle
August 27, 2024
David Watson Pirkle passed away at Phoebe Sumter Hospital on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Visitation will be held in the Tabernacle at Pirkle Memorial Campground on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 1:00 pm with the service immediately following at 2:00 pm with Reverend Billy Anderson officiating.
David was born in Griffin, Georgia on January 6, 1938, to the late Journey Pirkle...
Ann Horne Sheffield
August 16, 2024
Mrs. Ann Horne Sheffield, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and faith. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday August 20, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Americus, Georgia. Visitation will be held at the church just...
Dannelle Westbrook Messner
August 15, 2024
Dannelle (Danny) Westbrook Messner died peacefully at home Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the age of 97.
Born in Americus to Daniel and Jewel Westbrook, she attended St. Anthony and Rees Park schools before moving to Cordele, Georgia. She is a graduate of East Crisp County High School and the Warren Candler School of Nursing (in Savannah, Georgia), where she joined...
Sharon Stanley Shirah
August 3, 2024
Sharon Stanley Shirah, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted French teacher passed away on August 3rd.
Born on April 3, 1950 in New Orleans, LA, Sharon dedicated her life to education and the pursuit of knowledge. She inspired countless students with her passion for the French language and culture, encouraging them to explore the world beyond their own. Her...
Richard Donald Oates
August 2, 2024
Richard Donald Oates, 79, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend of many, of Americus, GA, went to be with the Lord on August 2nd, 2024.
He was born in Americus, GA on February 10th, 1945 to Carl E. Oates and Mildred Wellons Oates. He graduated from Plains High School in 1963 and attended South Georgia Technical College where he earned a...
Lilian Lopez
August 1, 2024
Lilian Lattke Lopez, age 85, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024. A formal mass will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 11:00 am, followed by a celebration of life at Noon, both at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Americus, GA.
Lilian was born on December 18, 1938, in Cali, Colombia, to the late Eric and Ellen Lattke. She...
Nicholas Alan Kuhlman
July 29, 2024
Mr. Nicholas Alan Kuhlman, age 47, passed away on July 29, 2024 in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Funeral services are planned for 2:00 PM on Sunday, August 11, from the graveside at Lumpkin City Cemetery.
Nicholas was a very giving person who loved his family and the outdoors, especially the beach.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by his sister,...
Frances Marie Walker Hunter
July 29, 2024
Frances Marie Walker Hunter, 80, passed away early Monday morning, July 29, at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center.
Born on January 14, 1944 in Americus, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Ulys and Lucile Walker. Mrs. Marie served 34 years as a nurse for the Webster County Primary Care Center and Health Department. She was a Registered Nurse (RN), Public...
Dr. Frank Mitchell Lowrey III
July 22, 2024
Dr. Frank Mitchell Lowrey III went to live eternally with His Lord and Savior on July 22, 2024. What is perfect joy for him at this point is difficult for the loved ones still on earth including his wife of almost 62 years, Robin Baird Lowrey, his son, Frank Mitchell Lowrey IV (Laura) and his daughter, Amy Lowrey Maves (Sam)....
Sarah Marie Moody
July 20, 2024
Ms. Sarah Marie Moody, 73, passed away early Saturday morning, July 20, 2024 in Ideal, Georgia.
Funeral Services for Ms. Moody will be private.
To sign our online guestbook and express your condolences to the family, please visit www.hancockfuneralhomeinc.com
Hancock Funeral Home, 427 S. Lee St., is honored to be entrusted with these arrangements for Ms. Sarah Marie Moody.
Jack Talley Chappell
July 6, 2024
Mr. Jack T. Chappell, 85, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center.
Born on February 10, 1939 in Bradenton, Florida, he was the son of the late William and Ruth Chappell. Mr. Chappell spent many years working as a farmer. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church.
He is survived by his son, Jay Chappell and his...
Alan Ragland Davis, Sr.
July 3, 2024
On Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, Alan Ragland Davis Sr.,75 years old, departed this world and returned home to be reunited with his Mom and Dad, and beloved pups, that were waiting for him in Heaven.
I wish I could explain to you the amount of memories, love, respect, and unforgettable impact in so many people's lives, that Dad was a part...
Ellen Pilcher Abell
June 29, 2024
Mrs. Ellen Carolyn Pilcher Abell, age 60, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at her home in Leslie.
Funeral services are planned for 11:00 AM on Wednesday, July 3, at First Baptist Church of Americus, with Rev. Keith Parks and Rev. Colton Taunton officiating. Burial is to follow in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. The following gentlemen are asked...
Mary Holliday
June 26, 2024
Mary Holliday, age 86, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Lillian Carter Health and Rehab in Plains.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by Hancock Funeral Home, 427 S. Lee Street.
To sign our online guestbook and express your condolences to the family, please visit www.hancockfuneralhomeinc.com
Hancock Funeral Home, 427 S. Lee St., is honored to be...
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