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Forsyth, GA Obituaries

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

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,...

Bernice M. "Snookie" Richards

Bernice M. "Snookie" Richards

Nov 27, 2023

 

Mrs. Bernice M. “Snookie” Richards, 99, of Jackson, passed away Monday, November 27, 2023.  Graveside funeral services will be at Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens, Monday, December 4, 2023 at 2:00PM, with the Reverend David Osteen officiating. The family will greet friends at Monroe County Memorial Chapel Monday, December 4, 2023 from 1:00PM to 1:45PM.  

Mrs. Richards made her...

James Bishop

James Bishop

Nov 25, 2023

James Cecil Bishop 91, of Stone Mountain Georgia passed away Saturday November 25, 2023. Funeral Services will be Held 2:00 PM Sunday December 3, 2023, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel, 86 west Main Street Forsyth, with James “Irvin” Davidson officiating, The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home, burial will be private at...

Olin Zellner Jr.

Olin Zellner Jr.

Nov 25, 2023

Olin Zellner Jr. (1941-2023)It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Olin Zellner Jr., a belovedhusband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Olin passed away on November 25, 2023, leavingbehind a legacy of love, kindness, and strength.Olin was born on January 21, 1941, in Forsyth, Georgia. He grew up in a close-knit communitysurrounded by family...

Mary Butler

Mary Butler

Nov 21, 2023

 

Mary Emily Doster Butler of Snellville, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. She was born to Clarence Franklin Doster and Rosa Mae Smith Doster on March 28, 1940, the fourth of eight children. A native of Forsyth, Georgia, she was a 1959 graduate of Mary Pearsons High School, where she was a fierce basketball player.

Mimi is...

Kenneth Edward Heath Sr.

Kenneth Edward Heath Sr.

Nov 19, 2023

 

Mr. Kenneth Edward Heath, Sr., 73, of Forsyth, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  Funeral services will be at Monroe County Memorial Chapel, Friday, November 24, 2023, at 2:00PM.  The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.  Burial at Monroe Memorial Gardens will follow the service.    

As a devoted...

Colleen White

Colleen White

Nov 18, 2023

 

Colleen Driver White, 96, of Forsyth, Georgia, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023. A funeral service will be held at 2PM, Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at Monroe County Memorial Chapel. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be private at Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens.

Daughter of the late Clarence Dewey Driver and Carrie...

Rhett Spencer McMurray

Rhett Spencer McMurray

Nov 16, 2023

On November 16, 2023, Rhett Spencer McMurray passed away peacefully at Piedmont Hospital after a short illness. Funeral Services will be held at East Juliette Baptist Church on Sunday November 19, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service with burial immediately following the service at East Juliette Baptist Church Cemetery. Rhett was born April 17,...

Wayne Armand Wetendorf

Wayne Armand Wetendorf

Nov 15, 2023

Mr. Wayne Wetendorf, 59, of Forsyth, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Private funeral services will be held Thursday, November 30, 2023 at Lake of the Woods Cemetery in Kenora, Ontario, Canada.

Wayne was born December 12, 1963 to Bert and Jean Wetendorf in Kenora, Ontario, Canada. He was the youngest of four children to include Gary, Sherry, and...

Titian Lyn Passmore

Titian Lyn Passmore

Nov 10, 2023

 Titian Lyn Passmore, 54, of Juliette, Georgia, entered into eternal peace Friday, November 10, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 2PM Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at New Beginning Church, with the Reverend Mark Goolsby and Pastor Cody fountain officiating. The Family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow the service at East Juliette cemetery. 

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Harold Compton

Harold Compton

Nov 8, 2023

Mr. Harold Compton, 88, of Lizella, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023.  Graveside funeral services will be at Monroe Hills Memorial Gardens, Monday, November 13, 2023, at 11:00AM, with the Reverend Jimmy Proulx officiating.  The family will greet friends at Monroe County Memorial Chapel one hour prior to the service. Mr. Compton was born in Garfield, Kentucky, and met his...

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