Retired Educator Mrs. Claudia Pouncy Foster, of Albany departed this life June 12, 2021, at her residence. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 17, 2021 in Riverside Cemetery 200 Cotton Avenue Albany, Georgia. Mrs. Foster was a long-standing member of the Emanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church (former Mercer Street) where she served as treasurer, deaconess, Sabbath School teacher, a member of the Voices of Faith Ensemble, and as a volunteer at Emanuel Jr Academy. Mrs. Foster retired from the Dougherty County Board of education in 1989, completing a tenure of 38 years of service as a primary classroom teacher. Mrs. Foster is survived by her husband, Elijah Jr....

Mr. Ben Thomas, of Albany, passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by family members, on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. A celebration of life service honoring his life will be held 11:00 AM on Friday, June 18, 2021 at 1st Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church , 513 Corn Avenue Albany, Georgia with Rev. Gary Sanders, officiating. Interment will follow at Floral Memory Gardens 120 Old Pretoria Road Albany, Georgia.

Ms. Linda Susan Bass Gore, 72, passed away on June 3, 2021 at her residence. Linda was born in Pelham, Ga and graduated from Pelham High School. She retired from City Hall of Sylvester in 2016 after many years of service. Linda also worked at RIO, Lykes Brothers, Gibsons Department Store and Kitty's Flea Market creating a large group of adopted family and friends. Ms. Gore was Baptist in faith and enjoyed many hobbies including spending time with family and yard work. She will be remembered for her giving heart and warm nature. She is survived by her son William (Julie) Gore, daughter Amanda Gore, granddaughter Briana Gore, her siblings Deloris Curles, Dorothy Libby, Faye Sealy, and...

Mr. Walter Anderson of Albany, Georgia, transitioned from this earthly life on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Albany, Georgia. A service Celebrating Walter's Life and Legacy will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at New Birth Fellowship at 2160 Radium Springs Road Albany, Georgia. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery 200 Cotton Avenue Albany, Georgia. Due to ongoing concerns regarding Covid-19 Mask and Social Distancing is requested.

Graveside Funeral services for Mr. James Andrew Moon will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Floral Memory Gardens. James Andrew is the son of Retired USMC Major Nathaniel and Deloris Moon. As a reminder due to Covid-19 and its variants, please adhere to the CDC guidelines by wearing a mask and social distancing.

Graveside Funeral services were held for Rosie Mae Fowler Foster 87, of Albany on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the Riverside Cemetery, Block 14. The location is 200 Cotton Avenue, Albany, Georgia. Pastor Booker T. Batten officiated the service. Rosie Mae Fowler was affectionately known as "Rosie" by many. She was born in Blakely, Georgia on February 21, 1934 to the late Mr. Eugene, Sr., and Eddie Foster. She was a graduate of the Monroe Comprehensive High School and she furthered her education in the Dentistry Program at Darton College (currently Albany State University). She retired from Drs. William K. Bayes and Becky Carlton's Dentistry in Albany, GA. Survivors include her children...

Graveside Funeral services for Rosie Mae Foster Fowler 87, of Albany will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the Riverside Cemetery, Block 14. The location is 200 Cotton Avenue, Albany, Georgia. Pastor Booker T. Batten will officiate the service. Rosie Mae Fowler was affectionately known as "Rosie" by many. She was born in Blakely, Georgia on February 21, 1934 to the late Mr. Eugene, Sr., and Eddie Foster. She is a graduate of the Monroe Comprehensive High School and she furthered her education in the Dentistry Program at Darton College (currently Albany State University). She retired from Drs. William K. Bayes and Becky Carlton's Dentistry in Albany, GA. Survivors...

Mr. Anthony Ray Ausby , 60, of Oakfield, Georgia departed this life on Monday, March 1, 2021 at his home in the care of his nephew Reginald Bernard Ausby. Anthony was born October 29, 1960 in Sylvester, Georgia. He was the 5th child of the late Johnnie Will and Ethel Mae Ausby. Tony, as he was affectionately known, was raised and nurtured in a Christian home, as a child, he joined the Charity Grove Missionary Baptist Church of Doles, Georgia, under the leadership of Reverend R.L. Jones. His early years of education began at Ossie Whearry in Red Rock, Georgia. He continued his education and graduated from Worth County High School in 1978. Tony loved people and enjoyed making them...

Mr. Timothy Edward Tift , 44 of Albany, Georgia transitioned on Sunday, February 21, 2021. He was born on November 6, 1976 to Jerry and Arrie Tift, in Albany, Georgia. Timothy was a 1995 graduate of Westover High School, after graduating he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he was a Mechanical Engineer and worked on F15 Jets. Upon returning home from his military service, he followed in his father's footsteps and worked as a firefighter and the upholstery industry. Timothy leaves to cherish his memories parents, Jerry and Arrie Tift, three sisters: Silky Teemer (Rodrick) Snellville, GA., Stephanie Simpkin and S'Oterica Jones Albany, GA.; Two sons: Tamaan Ruffin, Houston, TX,...

Mr. Milton "June Bug" Griffin, Jr., 72, of Albany, GA; departed this life on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at 1:00 PM at Second Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 1010 Old Pretoria Road, Albany, Georgia. Rev. Dr. Theodus Drake, Jr. is pastor and will provide the eulogy. Interment will follow in the Floral Memory Gardens, 120 Old Pretoria Road. Elliott Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Public viewing will be held on Monday, February 22, 2021, from 12:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Elliott Funeral Home. You may sign the guestbook or send condolences to the family by visiting Elliott's website at...

On Tuesday, January 26, 2021 , God dispatched an Angel from heaven to guide the spirit of a servant Mr. Herbert Bowens, Sr., to join the ranks of the immortal. A private service Celebrating The Life of Herbert Bowens, Sr. was conducted at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 6, 2021 in Floral Memory Garden 120 Old Pretoria Road Albany, Georgia, with Rev Raymond Polite officiating. Herbert Bowens, Sr., leaves precious memories with: his wife, Jeanette Bowens, three children, Angela (Sydney) Effatt, Herbert Bowens, Jr., and Jerri (Robert) Brown, two grandchildren, Jerilyn Brown and Donovan Brown, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will miss him dearly. He was a devoted husband, a loving...

Della Carter Love, 93, of Albany, GA passed away peacefully on January 3, 2021 in Gilroy, CA. Mrs. Love was born in Albany, GA to the late Eddie Lee Carter and Lonnie Mae Dodley Carter on September 8, 1927. She attended Dougherty County public schools graduating from Madison High School in 1944. She went on to obtain her bachelor of science degree in home economics at Fort Valley State University in 1948. She met her life partner, Owen E. Love Sr., shortly thereafter and on May 22, 1951 they wed in Weptumka, Alabama. Together they built a loving home and raised three children Jacquelyn, Owen Jr, and Eddie. Professing her faith and accepting Christ at an early age, she was a lifelong...

Dr. Constance Mae Hines-Burkes "If I can help someone as I pass through this World, then my living has not been in vain" Constance Mae Hines was born on October 9, 1946, in Winston-Salem, NC. Constance grew up on the south side of Winston-Salem; receiving her primary education at both Mebane and J. D. Diggs Elementary Schools. She attended Columbia Heights Junior School and graduated in 1964 from A. H. Anderson High School. Dr. Burkes had achieved a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology, a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, a Master of Social Work Degree and as Ed. D. in Counseling Education and Multicultural Education. She had acquired professional certifications that are...

Mr. Cleveland King, of Denver Colorado (formerly of Albany, Georgia) passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado. Cleve, as he was affectionately called, was the son of Arthur and Bertha L. King of Albany, Georgia. He was married to Ruth E. King of Commerce City, Colorado and to this union two children were born: Cleveland Kristopher (Blenda) and Carla Kia. Cleve was a veteran of both the U. S. Army and the U. S. Air Force, and a graduate of Monroe High School (Albany, Georgia). He retired from the U. S. Postal Service, after 30 years, in Denver, Colorado, where he made his home. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

On Tuesday, December 15, 2020 James Peguese, loving husband and father passed away at the age of 69. James was born on May 29, 1951, in Florence, South Carolina to Doland and Pearlie Mae (Cain) Peguese. Graduating in 1973 with a degree in chemistry from Benedict College James enjoyed a successful career as a chemist retiring from Merck after nearly 40 years. James Peguese married Virginia (Williams) Peguese on July 28, 1973. Together with Virginia, they raised two children, James Desmond and Miranda Diane. James was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia where he served on the brotherhood ministry. He was also a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity...

Mrs. Vera Mae Fisher Adams Jefferson was born to S. T. and Emma B. Fisher on October 30, 1939, in Arlington, GA. Vera was the eldest of nine siblings and a lifelong resident of Southwest Georgia. Vera passed into the hands of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 13, 2020. Vera received her early education through high school in Calhoun County, Georgia. She continued her post-high school education at Fort Valley State University, Valdosta State University, Georgia State University, and Albany Technical College, where she earned her academic certificates and degrees. After obtaining her teaching certificate, Vera started a successful 35-year career as a teacher in the Dougherty...

Mr. Wilbur Bobby Carver, Jr., of Albany, Georgia transitioned on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at Willson Hospice House in Albany, Georgia. Graveside Services will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 6, 2020 in Riverside Cemetery 200 Cotton Avenue Albany, Georgia. Due to COVID-19 please adhere to the CDC guidelines, wear a mask and social distance. Thank You for your help and staying safe.

Mr. Rickey Nelson Taylor 62, of Albany, Georgia transitioned on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery in Leary, Georgia.

Mr. James Terry McKinney 76, of Albany transitioned to his eternal home on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Willson Hospice House. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at St Paul Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery 44055 GA Highway 62 Leary, Georgia. Please adhere to the CDC Guidelines regarding Coronavirus, wear a mask and social distance.

The Funeral Service of the late Rev. James A. Hazel, 83 of Albany, Georgia, who did on Friday, October 2, 2020, will be conducted on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Hines Memorial CME Church Family Life Center with interment in Floral Memory Gardens. The service is closed to the public but will be lived-streamed via ZOOM. A password is required to view the services. Rev Hazel was born in Dougherty County, Georgia, the fourth child of the late Mr. D.C. Hazel, Sr., and the Late Mrs. Lucy Johnson Hazel. He was educated in the public schools of Dougherty County, graduating from Monroe High School. He completed his undergraduate studies at Albany State College(now Albany State...

Mrs. Eloise Delores Cutts Kelley, of Albany, Georgia transitioned from labor to reward on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 11, 2020 in Riverside Cemetery 200 Cotton Avenue Albany, Georgia. Dr. Daniel Simmons, Officiant. Mrs. Eloise Delores Cutts Kelly was born to the late Oscar and Ethel Cutts in Albany, Georgia. Eloise attended Dougherty County Public Schools, graduating from Madison High School. She furthered her education by obtaining a bachelor's degree in education. She earned her master's degree from Georgia Southwestern College. Later, she completed her certification in hospital homebound education at Valdosta...