All Obituaries

  La Juana Tucker  was born July 2, 1969 in Telfair County, McRae, Georgia to the parentage of Jimmy and Jaquina Cooper Tucker. She entered into eternal rest Thursday, February 11, 2021 while in Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida.   La Juana  is preceded in death by her grandchild, Kamora Fowler, brother, Jerry Alexander Tucker, maternal grandparents, Leo and Clara Rozier, Paternal grandparents, Jimmy and Mary Lee Tucker.   La Juana was employed at...

  Mrs. Mary Katherine Simmons was born to the late Mary Newkirk and the late Theodore Powell on July 11, 1933 in Glenwood, Ga. She received her education in Wheeler County, Georgia.   Mrs. Simmons was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Thomas Edward Simmons on March 14, 1953. To this union, seven children were born of which one daughter, Joyce, preceded them in death.   Katherine retired in 2001 working in Food Services with Wheeler County Board of...

Mrs. Odessa McRae Sears will forever be remembered for the beautiful and kind things she did for so many people. Both family and friends will remember her as a hardworking, kindhearted, loving and dedicated woman of God. She was always ready and willing to help anyone in need.   Mrs. Odessa Sears was born December 22, 1948 to the parentage of Mr. Leroy and Gladys McRae in Milan, Georgia.   She received all her education in Telfair County. At a very early age, Mrs. Odessa joined...

The Life and Legacy Olandia Faison Sr. was born August 23, 1946 to the parentage of the late Willie C. Faison and Willie Lee Faison in Dodge County.   On Tuesday, February 9, 2021 Orlandia “Buddy” transitioned to his eternal rest at McRae Manor in McRae, Ga.   He worked at Jones Saw Mill of Milan, Ga during his early years. He was later employed at Hazlehurst Mills in 1967. There he worked for 45 years and retired in 2012.   Precious memories of Orlandia...

On January 31,2021, Mrs. Essie Bell Underwood transitioned into her eternal home in Macon at Regency Hospital.   Mrs. Essie B. Underwood was born July 8, 1938 in Ben Hill County to the late William and Mary M. Wesley Sr. She is preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Ivy Underwood Sr, one brother: William Wesley, and children: Martha Wesley, Ivy Underwood Jr., and Danny Underwood.   Mrs. Essie Bell, was an active member of Greater Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Helena,...

Howard Mortuary officially announces the passing of Mr. Andrew “Ricky” Collins, 68 of McRae, Georgia.  Mr. Andrew, better known as “Ricky” was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. Loved by all who knew him, his physical presence will be missed for a lifetime. Final arrangements are incomplete at this time and will announced upon the family’s approval.  Please keep the Collins family in your thoughts and prayers. -Your Howard...

On January 28, 2021, Mr. Edward Elijah Culver transitioned into his eternal home at his resident in McRae Telfair County. Mr. Edward E. Culver was born March 13, 1954 to the Lizzie Mae and Willie Culver Sr. He was raised by God-fearing, caring, and loving grandparents, the late Rev. Bishop and Ella Mae Martin. He is preceded in death by his uncle, Earnest B. Martin and brother, Leon Culver. Mr. Culver was an active member of Corinth C.M.E Church in McRae, Georgia. He was a devoted son,...

Howard Mortuary officially announces the passing of Mr. Arthur Lee “Hammer” Mackey Sr. 58, of McRae, GA. Mr. Mackey entered into the arms of our Heavenly Father on last evening, January 26, 2021 at the Dodge County Hospital.   Mr. Mackey will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, brother, friend and much more. He was no stranger to the Wheeler/ Telfair area, for he was a native of the area and an avid sports fan. When “Hammer” was in the gym you were sure...

Revelation 21:4  He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, no pain anymore,for the former things have passed away. It is with deep sorrow that we officially announce the passing of Mrs. Jeanette Williams 79, of Mount Vernon, GA. Mrs. Jeanette will be always be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and so much more. Being a kind and generous soul, she easily won over the hearts of many who had the...

It is with much sadness and regret that Howard Mortuary of McRae-Helena announces the death of Ms. Dyra Parker of Eastman, Georgia. Ms. Parker transitioned on Wednesday evening, January 20, 2021. Graveside service will be Saturday, January, 30, 2021 at 1:00pm in the Pine Acres Cemetery in McRae, Ga. Public viewing will be Friday, January 29, from noon until 6pm in the Howard Mortuary Chapel. Please keep this family in prayer.