Kenneth Jon Norberg, age 49, of Smithville, passed away at Wilson Hospice House in Albany on Sunday, February 21, 2021. Kenneth was born May 4, 1971 to Ken and Sarah Norberg. Kenneth was a graduate of Monroe Comprehensive High School in 1989. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Americus. Kenneth sang in several ensembles with First Baptist Church of Albany. Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Keith Parks officiating. Burial will follow at 2:30 PM in the Leila United Methodist Church Cemetery, 3079 Ellenton Omega Rd. Omega, GA. 31775. Pallbearers will be the Sunday School class from First Baptist Church. Mr....

Mr. John W. "Coota" Lamberth of Cobb, Ga ended his earthly pilgrimage of 76 years on Friday, January 15, 2021. He is now alive more than ever, at home and at rest, praising and worshiping his beloved Savior Jesus Christ. Hallelujah. While here with us he was a devoted husband, parent and grandparent. He loved people and not things and found peace and contentment in a personal relationship with Jesus, the One and only true and lasting source. He was a great example in life, love, faith, speech and purity. One word that would sum him up would be others. We are forever grateful for the life God gave him, for the memories and legacy he left behind and that his spirit has been committed into the...

Richard Moon originally from Kansas City, Missouri passed away at his residence on 11/24/2020. He was 85. Richard, who retired from Armco Steel, was a professional engineer (mechanical) who was well regarded by colleagues. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Betty Moon, daughter Debra Moon and a granddaughter Amy Rao. Richard respected and still considered former son-in-law, Ramana Rao, to be a member of his family and was grateful for his friendship. Amy was his greatest pride and joy, and nothing made him happier than spending time with her. He enjoyed his time spent at DWS for Tennis matches and cheerleading activities. Integrity Hospice and the Oaks at Oakland played an important...

Nita Howell, age 77, of Smithville, passed away on Wednesday September 16, 2020. Nita Howell was born May 3, 1943 in Smithville, Georgia, to the late Forrest and Margaret Gosa, Sr. Mrs. Howell was the family historian and enjoyed doing genealogy. She was a member of Smithville United Methodist Church. The family has requested all services to be private. Survivors include two daughters, Tamara Howell of Smithville, Kristi Francis of Smithville, and two stepdaughters Kira Smith of Grovetown, Ga. and Leith Morales of Sasser; stepson Jay Howell of Leesburg; and brother Forrest Gosa, Jr. of Leesburg. Also surviving are her beloved eighteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. In...

David William Randall, age 65, of Americus, died Monday, August 24, 2020 at Phoebe Sumter Medical. A native of New York, David was born March 9, 1955, to the late Robert and Janet Randall. He was a member at Avalon United Methodist Church of Albany and First United Methodist Church of Americus. David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, who would do anything for his family. He was an avid Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Braves, and Nascar Fan. But what he enjoyed most was spending time with his grandkids. He worked at Sumter Electric for 18 years as a Computer Information Manager. Graveside Services will be held Thursday, August 27, 2020, at 10:00 AM at Sunset Memorial Gardens...

Mrs. Nona Ruth Larsen of DeSoto, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, just 8 days before her 104th birthday. She was preceded in death in 2002 by her husband of 66 years Elmer Larsen. Nona Ruth was born on July 9, 1916, in Sumter County to the late Albert and Ruth McDowell Deriso. Graveside services were held on Friday, July 3, 2020 at 3:00 PM at the Leslie City cemetery with Rev. Wesley Kaylor officiating. Honorary Pallbearers were Al Deriso, Richard Deriso, Larry Deriso, Billy Deriso, Layne Lacy, and Stan Jones. She is survived by son, Harry Larsen(Sue) of DeSoto and daughter Gail Larsen(Winton Harris) of Tucker, GA., grandson George Larsen II(Lynn) of DeSoto, great grand-daughter,...

Jack Braxton Watkins Jr., age 81, of Americus, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at Magnolia Manor in Buena Vista. He was born on January 16, 1939 in Birmingham, AL. to the late Jack Watkins Sr. and Virginia Watkins. He attended Isabella Baptist Church in Sylvester. Mr. Watkins served in the Navy. He was also a former Auctioneer. A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Americus. Survivors include two sons, Gary(Angela) Watkins of Mauk and Bobby(Amanda) Watkins of Griffin; one daughter Cathy Barker of Sylvester; two sisters, Patsy(Richard) McAfee of Americus and Virginia(Don) Kinnander of Minneapolis, MN. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and twelve...

Robert Martin Gosa Sr., age 74, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at Archbold Medical Center in Thomasville, Georgia. He was born March 12, 1946 in Americus, to the late Forrest and Margaret Gosa. Mr. Gosa served two tours in Vietnam. He was a dedicated law enforcement officer, who was proud to be an American. Mr. Gosa was a great father and grandfather, that you could always count on. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at Smithville City Cemetery at 1:00 PM. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions to be made to Disabled American Veterans 230 Airview Dr. Columbus, Ga 31903. Survivors include his son, Martin Gosa...

Genie Lea Daniel Brewer of Stanton TX, formerly of Albany and Americus GA, passed away on September 14, 2019, one day after her 47th birthday, after a short battle with cancer. Genie was a homemaker, who enjoyed life to the fullest, she loved music, and her 5 rescue dogs. Visitation will be held Friday, September 20, 2019 at Greg Hancock Funeral Chapel from 6:00-8:00 PM. Graveside will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 at Sunset Memorial Gardens at 11:00 AM with her step-son Joshua Brewer officiating the service. Genie is survived by her husband of 23 years, Harold Gary (Chip) Brewer, Jr; her beloved parents Billy Gene and Dorothy Dawson Daniel of Albany; a step-daughter and son-in...

Annie Lou Daniel, age 84, of Americus, died Sunday, September 1, 2019 at her residence. Mrs. Daniel was born in Deepstep, GA., November 3, 1934, to the late W. Jack and Lillar Ezell Durden. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Americus and also was a teacher for Mother's Morning Out at First Baptist Church. Mrs. Daniel was a medical technologist by profession but her greatest joy was being a homemaker. Services will be held Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of First Baptist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at First Baptist Chapel from 10:00 Am until 11:00. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers include Bill...