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Forsyth, GA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Forsyth, Georgia, Monroe County, & Surrounding Areas.

William Harris "Billy" Jenkins

William Harris "Billy" Jenkins

Jan 27, 2024

William Harris “Billy” Jenkins passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was 86. Born February 25, 1937, in Juliette, Georgia, to the late John Henry Jenkins and Mary Callaway Jenkins. Billy was a resident of Forsyth, Georgia and was the youngest and last surviving of seven children. His siblings were Pierce Jenkins, Horace Jenkins, Frank Jenkins,...

Paul Otis Harris Sr.

Paul Otis Harris Sr.

Jan 23, 2024

Paul Otis Harris, Sr., of Thomaston, Georgia transitioned peacefully to his heavenly home on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at the prime age of 89. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Thomaston.

Mr. Harris was born on June 17, 1934, in Kerrville, Tennessee to the late Cecil Leslie and Bernice Chapman Harris. He served in the U.S. Army from...

Barbra Erin Kitchens

Barbra Erin Kitchens

Jan 22, 2024

Barbra Erin “Gigi” Kitchens, 52, of Forsyth, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024.  Memorial services will be at Turning Point Community Church, Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 2:00PM, with the Reverend Michael Fuller officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. 

Erin chose the profession of a dental hygienist and worked in that profession for years -...

Kathy Ann Bryant

Kathy Ann Bryant

Jan 21, 2024

Kathy Ann Bryant, beloved wife, mother, and, passed away on January 21, 2024, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of kindness and compassion. Born on January 24, 1956, Kathy lived a life defined by her dedication to others and her unwavering work ethic.

Kathy's career spanned twenty years at the Watts Service Center, where she exhibited an exceptional level of...

Joy Renee Bryant

Joy Renee Bryant

Jan 20, 2024

Joy Renee Bryant, a beloved member of the community known for her loving and caring nature, passed away on January 20, 2024. Born on January 19, 1975, in Forsyth, Georgia, Renee was the daughter of Kathy Woodard Bryant and James Bryant. She graduated from Monroe County Schools and went on to touch the lives of many with her kind-hearted spirit.

Renee...

Ava Claudette Havard - Tingle

Ava Claudette Havard - Tingle

Jan 20, 2024

Ava Claudette Havard-Tingle, 63, was called home on January 20th, 2024. Born to the late John Havard Sr and Rosalee Howard, she is survived by 6 brothers, 3 sisters, and many cherished nieces and nephews. She leaves behind her love, of 21 years, Joe Tingle, as well as her children Dylan (Alisha) Burch, Jamie (Ray) Parker, Jason (Christina) Bates, Megan...

Gwynda Burson

Gwynda Burson

Jan 16, 2024

 

Ms. Gwynda Burson, 85, of Forsyth, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Memorial services will be at Paran Baptist Church Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 2:00PM with the Reverend Greg Hazelwood officiating.  Inurnment at Paran Baptist Church Cemetery will follow at a later date. The family will greet friends at the church following the service. 

Born on December 7, 1938, in...

Horace Roland Pritchett Sr.

Horace Roland Pritchett Sr.

Jan 9, 2024

 

S1C USN WWII Veteran (Honorably Discharged)- Horace Rowland Pritchett, Sr. (age 99) was met at the gates of Heaven by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January,9, 2024 along with is beloved wife of over 65 years-Dorothy Lee Pritchett who met her Savior, Jesus just 15 years to the date before on January 9, 2009.  Funeral services will...

Barbara Lee Lowe

Barbara Lee Lowe

Jan 9, 2024

Mrs. Barbara Lowe, 91, of Forsyth, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024.  A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday April 6, 2024 at Chief Cornerstone Ministries in Flovilla .  Private inurnment will be at Gibbs Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery in Bostwick, Georgia. 

A creative woman with many artistic talents, Mrs. Lowe enjoyed jewelry making, crocheting, painting, and other crafts....

Hubert Franklin Evans

Hubert Franklin Evans

Jan 6, 2024

Hubert Evans, 91, of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away January 6, 2024.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Maynard Baptist Church. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.  Burial will follow the service at Grace Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, 4519 Sardis Church Road, Macon, GA 31216.Son of the late...

Valoria Barron

Valoria Barron

Jan 4, 2024

Valoria Barron, of Macon passed away Thursday January 4, 2024. Valoria was born February 16, 1935, in Sanborn Minnesota to the late Ted Lentz and Erna Kettner Lentz. Valoria leaves behind her children Lori Whatley of Juliette; Dorrianne Barron of Byron; John Barron III of Macon, Joseph Barron of Toney Alabama and many friends to mourn her loss.  In addition to...

Kathy Farmer

Kathy Farmer

Dec 31, 2023

Thelma Kathleen Farmer, lovingly known as Kathy, passed away on December 31, 2023. She was surrounded by her cherished memories and the love of her family and friends. Kathy will be remembered for always wearing a smile that brightened the lives of those around her.Born on July 10, 1947, in Corinth, Mississippi, Kathy journey through life was marked by love...

Ronald William Rogers

Ronald William Rogers

Dec 20, 2023

Ronald William Rogers was born on July 30,1949, in Forsyth, Georgia, to the late Roland Frank Rogers and Nell Williamson.  He was a beloved member of his community and touched the lives of many throughout his journey. It is with deep sadness that we announce his passing on December 20, 2023. Funeral Services will be private at Forsyth City Cemetery.  Ronald,...

Hope Lance

Hope Lance

Dec 18, 2023

Hope Lance, 51, of Juliette, Georgia, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 1:00 PM in the Monument Room at the Macon Centreplex, 200 Coliseum Drive, Macon, Georgia, 31217.  Reverend Jeff Dean will be officiating the service.  Hope was born in Macon, Georgia, on November 20, 1972,...

Warren Clarence Kohne

Warren Clarence Kohne

Dec 15, 2023

Warren C. Kohne was born on May 21, 1933 in Oregon, Ohio.  Warren, who resided in Forsyth, Georgia, passed away Friday, December 15, 2023.  Mr. Kohne was a retired Delta mechanic and assistant general foreman of aircraft maintenance.  While serving in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict, Mr. Kohne was part of the Strategic Air Command.  After the Air...

Andrea Lucile Hammond Colson

Andrea Lucile Hammond Colson

Dec 8, 2023

Andrea Lucile Hammond Colson, a cherished and beloved figure in her family and community, passed away at the age of 77 in Peachtree City, Georgia on December 8th. Born on September 6, 1946, in Macon, Georgia, Andrea was a beacon of love and selflessness throughout her life.A proud graduate of Margaret McEvoy High School in 1964, Andrea furthered her education...

James Walter Gilmore

James Walter Gilmore

Dec 3, 2023

James Walter Gilmore, Sr, of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023. He was born on March 14, 1944, in Port St. Joe, Florida, and grew up in Palatka, Florida. He graduated from Palatka Sr. High School in 1963, where he was captain of both the football and baseball teams, was voted most athletic, and played on the state...

James Smith

James Smith

Dec 2, 2023

 

James Smith, 83, of Monroe County Georgia, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm, Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Liberty Baptist Church with Pastor Lamar Cole officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at Liberty...

Katherine Lynn Basel

Katherine Lynn Basel

Nov 29, 2023

 

Katherine “Kathy” Lynn Basel, 63, passed away on November 29, 2023. She was the daughter of Thornton Akin and Susan Vaughan Burns, Jr., of Forsyth, GA.

Kathy was born in Augsburg, Germany in 1960 and moved often as an Army child, growing up in Germany, Kansas, Georgia, and Thailand, among other places. She spent many years on-and-off in Forsyth,...

Patricia Stuart

Patricia Stuart

Nov 29, 2023

Patricia Oglesby Stuart, 69, of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023.  A memorial service will be held at 10:00AM on Monday, December 4, 2023, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens.

Daughter of the late Hartridge Oglesby and Hazel Jackson Oglesby, Patricia was born August 7, 1954, in Thomaston,...

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