All Obituaries

Catherine Reason Starks, was Born on January 27, 1954 in Effingham County, to the late Julius and Ida Reason. Catherine peacefully departed from this life on April 14, 2024. Catherine was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church, in Oliver, GA. Catherine leaves cherish her memory her four loving children: Nicole (Carlos) Gadson, Alicia (Antonio) Nixon, Daniel Jackson Jr., and Renata Starks. Additionally, she took in her nieces Annisa and Jalisa as her own, leaving an indelible mark...

Louise Butler, born on January 19, 1949, in Rocky Ford, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on April 5, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of the late Mr. James Butler and Annie M. Butler. Louise was a vibrant entertainer who found joy in the company of others and cherished every moment spent together. She was educated in the Screven County school system, where she undoubtedly left an impression with her lively spirit and warmth. Preceding her in death were her three brothers, Charles...

In Memory of Mrs. Ella Mae Dunbar 08/02/1948 to 04/04/2024 It is with much sadness that Cooper's Memorial Funeral Chapel, announce the passing of Mrs. Ella Mae Dunbar, who passed away on Thursday April 4, 2024 at Pineview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Funeral Services are as listed below. 

Obituary Juanita Kea Brown, was born on July 6, 1944, in Rocky Ford, Georgia, peacefully departed this life on March 23, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Marion Kea, Sr., and Mary Lou Kea. A faithful member of Horse Creek United Methodist Church from a young age, Juanita found solace and community in her faith. She was known for her passion for cooking and her skillful touch with flowers, talents she generously shared with those around her. On January 26, 2001, Juanita was joined into...

On the peaceful morning of February 15, 2024, after an extended illness, our beloved Louis Major, Sr., took his last breath and transitioned from this life into the arms of the Lord. Louis Major, Sr., lived a full, happy life. He was a master carpenter, an expert fisherman, and an excellent farmer and gardener. He was an active member of the TA Milledge Masonic Lodge #97. He cared a great deal for his family and was always an enormous provider, wanting them to have and always do their best....

One stormy day in March, Mama was rushed to Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. Where baby girl Finney was born on March 21, 1933 to Sade and Henry Finney who both preceded her in death. She was later named Jeanette by her brother’s wife, after the actress, Jeanette MacDonald. Her sister-in-law also called her Stormy Weather. Jeanette was raised in Jamaica Queens, New York, and went through the public school system there. At an early age she met and married her earth angel,...

Iris Reddick was born to the late Effie Scott Reddick and Herbert Reddick, Sr., on January 7, 1947, in Oliver, Georgia. Iris was called home on Saturday, January 6, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Iris received her education in Screven County and after finishing school she moved to Brooklyn ,New York for a short while. She returned home and then moved to Chicago, Illinois where she worked and lived for over 40 years. She was employed by the post office and worked there for over 35 years. Iris...

Her Legacy Pastor JoAnn Zeigler Odum was born on July 18, 1951, to the late James Author Zeigler, Sr. and Lillian Scott Zeigler in Sylvania, Georgia. She transitioned from this life, to eternal life on December 19, 2023 at East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, GA. She was preceeded in death by four sisters, Mary Parrish, Carolyn Lutrell-Zeigler, Jaquelyn Gordon-White, and Melody Williams: three brothers, James Arthur Zeigler, Jr., Gene Zeigler, and Baby Jerry Zeigler. At an...

James Edward W arren was born October 26, 1938, to the late Thomas (Buddy) Warren, Sr., and Aseliend Smith Lawton. James was preceded in death by his stepmother, Lucille Warren; daughter, Sherri Warren; brothers, Robert Lee Warren, Wilfred Warren, and Waymon Lawton; and sisters, Shirley Lawton and Alma Kittrell. He was educated in the Screven County school system; soon after, he joined the United States Army Force Services. After serving in the military, James (Jimmy) lived in New York for...

  Eddie Mae Hurst -Young was born January 30,1944, to Ludell and Jessie Hurst. She was born in Sandersville, Georgia and later settled in Sylvania, Georgia. She lived out her glory years in Southern California with her son and daughter in law.She graduated from Central Highschool in Screven County. Eddie Mae was employed with Syl-View Nursing Home for more than 20 years. Eddie Mae was a dedicated grandmother and mother and touched many lives throughout her journey. Eddie Mae was...