All Obituaries

Howard Mortuary officially announces the passing of the late Mrs. Alma J. Woodard 72, of McRae, Georgia. Mrs. Woodard transitioned on November 21 while in the McRae Manor Nursing Home.  Mrs. Woodard was a beloved member of our community whereas she served the students of the  Telfair County School System until her retirement. Arrangements are as follows: Graveside Service: Friday, November 27, 2020 at 11 am Horne Mission CME Church Cemetery  Alamo, GA 30411 Rev. Robert...

Howard Mortuary sadly announces the transition of Mr. Bernard Wooten (58) of Towns, Ga. on November 11, 2020 at his home. A Memorial celebration of life will take place at the Hornes Mission CME Church cemetery in Alamo, Ga., at 11:00am, on Saturday, November 21, 2020. Please consider the CDC guidelines and wear your mask while socially distanced. Howard Mortuary located at 40 Center Ave in McRae-Helena, Ga is in charge of all arrangements. For more information, you may call Howard...

Howard Mortuary sadly announces the death of Mrs. Helen James of Alamo, Georgia. Mrs. James transitioned on Tuesday morning, October 27, 2020  while in the Phoebe Putney Hospital in Albany, Georgia.   Graveside service for Mrs. James will be Monday, Nov. 2, 2020 at Helena Cemetery in Helena Ga Public viewing will be at Howard Mortuary Chapel on Saturday Oct. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 31  from noon until 6:00pm. Howard Mortuary is in charge of all arrangements.

Howard Mortuary announces the death of Ms. Lenora Hamilton of Helena, Georgia. Ms. Hamilton made her transition while in her home on Tuesday evening, October 27, 2020, surrounded by her love ones . Graveside services for Mrs. Hamilton will be Saturday, October 31, 2020. at 11:00am at Centilla Baptist Church in Accord, Ga.  Public viewing will be in the chapel of Howard Mortuary on Friday, October 30  from noon until 6:00pm. Family will greet friends from 4pm-5pm ..CDC...

Howard Mortuary announces the death of Baby Ma’Ki Kristian Studstill on Monday, October 12, 2020 in the Wayne County Hospital. Baby Ma’Ki Kristian Studstill is the son of Shandricka Studtill and grandson of Tracy Studstill of Jesup, Ga. Burial will be Saturday at 11:00am in the Centilla Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, in Accord, Ga. Service entrusted to Howard Mortuary of Helena, Ga.

Howard Mortuary announces the transition of Mrs. Willie Mae Smith of Lizella, Ga. on Tuesday, October 6, 2020. Mrs. Smith is the mother of Darbra Ann Walton of Lizella. Service for Mrs. Smith will be Monday, October 12, 2020 at 1:00pm by ZOOM. Family will provide this link to participating family and friends. For more information, you may contact Mrs. Darbra Walton at 478-960-7277.. Services entrusted to Howard Mortuary of Warner Robins.

Baby CJ  went to heaven on September 25, 2020 after struggling with illness.  He spent his final days surrounded by loving family. During CJ's brief time here on earth, he touched several lives.  His beautiful smile could melt the hearts of those around him. CJ was a happy little boy.  He loved being in his parents’ arms, cuddling with soft toys, and laughing with his brothers and sisters. His beautiful fighting spirit gave us all courage and changed our lives...

Mrs. Bernice Whitehead  age ninety-five (95) entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 14, 2020 at her resident in McRae, Georgia.  Mrs. Bernice was born September 1, 1925 in Telfair County to the late Rubin McCrary and Carrie B. Darden McCray. Mrs. Bernice joined New Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church at a very early age and served faithfully as an usher for several years until her health failed. She was also a member of Christian Pilgrim Lodge Morning Star Lodge #11. Mrs....

John Frank Dobson was born on August 29, 1961in McRae, Georgia. He was the beloved son of the late William Henry Dobson, Sr and Mrs. Bessie Dobson. John Frank departed this life on Saturday evening on September 19, 2020 at McRae Manor Nursing Home. John Frank graduated from Telfair County High School with the class of 1979. He later further his education by taking classes and getting his certification in plumbing. He then began working with Bentley’s Plumbing until his health began...

Mr. Willie Brown, Jr Sunrise: July 27, 1943 Sunset: September 8, 2020   The Gift Of Life ... Willie Brown Jr. was born on July 27, 1943 in Telfair County Georgia to the late Nona McCullough-Greathouse and the late Willie Brown. He attended school at Twin City High in McRae Ga.  Self-motivated and  blessed with the willingness to work hard , as a young teen he was known for his diligence as the "barefoot shoe shine boy" and his ability to be outstanding in field...