Alice Laverne Stewart, age 69, passed on Wednesday, September 29, 2021.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 P.M., Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Zion Hill Cemetery, Georgia Highway 118, Leslie, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​
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Alice Laverne Stewart was born February 29, 1952 to the late Elean Stewart and the late Ed Stewart in Sumter County, Georgia. She accepted Christ at an early age and joined Big Bethel Baptist Church in Desoto, Georgia and was affiliated with many more churches. 
 
She was a graduate of Union High School Class of 1972, in Leslie, Georgia. Her employment career began as a CNA. She was a dedicated worker. Serving over 30 years at Magnolia Manor Nursing Home and Retirement Center in Americus, Georgia. Alice then started working for Innovative Solutions.  There she served over 10 years until she became ill at Coastal Care, Inc.

Alice leaves behind two children; US Army Retiree, Michael Stewart of (Killeen, Texas), Lesley Stewart of (Lawrenceville, Georgia); one loving sister Barbara Stewart of Leslie, Georgia; four brothers, Dea. Charlie (Ann) Stewart, Leslie, Georgia, Eddie Mack Stewart, Americus, Georgia, Calvin Stewart (Leslie, Georgia), Dea. Eddie Dean (Rev. Dianna) Stewart, (Riverdale, Georgia); A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, devoted cousins, Richard and Ethel Denson, Desoto, Georgia, Martha Blackshear Leslie, Georgia, other relatives and friends.; one loving aunt, Joel Roberts (Tampa, FL).

Edward English Jr. age 60, passed on September 24, 2021.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M., Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Oglethorpe City Cemetery, Memorial Drive, Oglethorpe, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​
 
Edward English Jr. was born on February 25, 1961 in Macon County, Georgia to the late Edward English Sr. and the late Lillie Tookes English. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Lillie Pearl Greene, Linda English, Carrie “Tank” English McLendon; one nephew, Cameron McLendon; and a brother-in-law, Bernard “Bay-Bay- McLendon.

He was educated in the public school system of Macon County where he attended the historic D.F. Douglass High School. Edward was employed as a construction/mason worker.

Edward entered into eternal rest on September 24, 2021. A precious one from us is gone; a voice we love is now still. A place is vacant in our hearts that can nevermore be filled.

He leaves to cherish his memories his children three sons and daughter-in-law, Alex Tyler English (Moriah Blaze) English, of Reed Springs, Eric Edward English of Kissee Mills, MO, and Joshua Eugene English of Forsyth, MO; five grandchildren Dominick Blaze English, Lillian (Lilli) Mae English, Willow Jade-Marie English, Roman Tyler English of Reed Springs, Mo., and Michael Wallace English of Forsyth, MO; nieces, LaWanda Greene-McCullum (Tommy) and Tameka Mclendon; nephews, Jarvis English, Fredrick English (Cryshonda), Anthony English, and Gary English (Valorie); a special friend, Pamela Hapson; an aunt,  Bessie Barnes, New York; a host of other beloved relatives and friends.

​Ms. Delois Kaigler Dunn, fell asleep in death at Houston Medical Center, Warner Robins, Georgia on Thursday morning, September 16, 2021, at the age of 72. She was born September 1, 1949, in Montezuma, Georgia to the late John David Kaigler and the late Louise Harris Kaigler Francis.  Delois was the fifth of six siblings and was affectionately known as Miss DD. Delois was preceded in death by two brothers, Willie B. "Bo Cat” Kaigler and Willie James “Boogie” Kaigler, one sister Wilma “Tunkbaby” Kaigler Tookes; and two daughters Amelia Louise Dunn and Jennifer Marlene Dunn. 
 
On July 11, 1964, Delois was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She was a 1966 graduate of the historic D. F. Douglass High School in Montezuma, Georgia. July 1, 1966, Delois was united in holy matrimony to Army Dunn to this union they were blessed with eight children. 
 
Delois enjoyed learning about her loving God Jehovah and all the promises He made for the future. She also enjoyed cooking for her family, spending time with her children and grandchildren, playing spades, dancing, and fishing was her favorite pastime (she loved the calmness of the water). Delois also owned and operated two restaurants and was a retired school bus driver.
 
Delois leaves a legacy of love and many fond memories to her beloved family which includes her six remaining, loving children, LaTonya Zakzak (Lawrenceville, Georgia), Marcus Dunn Sr. (Keshia) (Bonaire, Georgia) Joseph Dunn (Valerie) (Lawrenceville, Georgia) Rhoshunda Dunn Brown (Johnny) (Reynolds, Georgia), David Dunn (Tiffany) (Warner Robins, Georgia) and Alanna Dunn Reese (Gregory) (Bonaire, Georgia), two siblings, Betty Solomon (Coleman) (Oglethorpe, Georgia) and Johnny Mae Hinton (Decatur, Georgia), devoted friend, Army Dunn (Oglethorpe, Georgia), and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will dearly miss her love, laughter, smiles, and words of wisdom.

Revelations 21:3,4; Isaiah 26:19; Job 14: 13-15; John 5: 28,29; 1 Thessalonians 4: 13
Philippians 4:6,7; Ecclesiastes 9:5; 2 Corinthians 1:3,4; Acts 24:15; Psalm 55:22

Bertha M. Terry, age 92, passed September 25, 2021 at Magnolia Manor Nursing Center in Americus, Georgia.

The graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M., Friday, October 1, 2021, Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell Road, Ellaville, Georgia.   

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

The hour glass with its sands of time, has slowly spilled its contents and with the passing of the last sand, went the life  of our beloved Disciple, Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, Cousin, Sister-in-Law, Mentor and Friend.  Sister Bertha Terry was the second youngest of nine children born to the late Bennie James Hill and Nannie Lou Kennedy-Hill.  Bertha was the last surviving offspring of this union, she was preceded in death by her Parents, Sisters, Thelma (George) Bivins, Katie Clemons and Brothers, Bennie James Jr, Simmie (Alice), Joel Douglas (Neasie), Willie (Annie Bell), Lorin and Booker.

Bertha was a devoted Christian and faithful member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Andersonville. Bertha served God, family, friends and those who would allow her to minister to them based on their needs. She exemplified  service at every level and welcomed the opportunity to bless others in Christ. 

She served on the Usher Board,  Missionary Society, and Pastor's Aid Ministries while actively supporting and participating in all facets of other ministries in the Church.  She was willing to participate and support all ministries that would bring Glory to the Name of Jesus. Never seeking accolades or glory to receive a star in the Hall of Fame but, to wear the crown of Faith. She was joined in holy matrimony to the late Deacon Milton Terry, Sr. on October 9, 1954. They traveled life's highway together until his passing in 2017.

Bertha lived a beautiful life on purpose graduating from Staley A.S. High School in 1948. Thereafter, she relocated to Durham, North Carolina and attended Cosmetology School. Bertha earned her cosmetology certification and returned home to start an in-home Beauty Salon with her sisters and brother Booker. They served the community successfully in this endeavor for many years.  Later she would partner with her Brother J.D. in operating Hill's Cleaners in Americus.  She was later asked by the City of Andersonville to join their team as a Tour Guide where she served until retirement.

Sister Terry was the matriarch of the family; she disciplined, taught, encouraged, consoled and offered wise counsel to her family and tribe of friends and acquaintances.  She never met a stranger because everybody was God's child in her eyes.  Bertha loved all things family and her love for family was only exceeded by her love for her Heavenly Father.  She welcomed all with a warm smile and caring heart. She would give you food if you were hungry; give you a place to rest if you were weary; and, she would always have a scripture to lift you up if you were downtrodden. She enjoyed welcoming people into her home and would reminisce and share some of her struggles and triumphs of the early years. Bertha was very intentional in promoting and uplifting those who surrounded themselves with her.  She wanted to leave everyone better off and propel them to greater, by lifting up the name of Jesus and reminding us of His promises.

Those who will cherish and honor her memory, follow her precepts and examples and rejoice in her purposeful life are her survivors, devoted children: Milton (Geneva) Terry, Jr., Americus GA, Bradley Terry, Americus GA, and Deborah (Blake) Hollis, McDonough GA; Five loving and devoted grandchildren: Ariel (Hasani) McHoney, Diandra (John) Colwell, Anitrice Hollis, Ajayla Powell, and Blake Hollis, II; four great grandchildren: Caden, Hannah, Abigail, and Amari. Special to her are loving and caring nieces and nephews as they were all  favorites.  She is also survived by three sisters-in-law; Beatrice Hill, Janet Hill, and Josephine (Albert) Cooper; and one brother-in-law: Cooper Clemons; a host of loving cousins and special close friends: Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Frazier, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Grover Jr., Mrs. Annie M. Hamilton, Mrs. Sandra Hall, Mrs. Mildred Rozetta, Mrs. Rosa Myers, the children of the late Joseph and Flynn Hill, the Ebenezer Baptist Church Family and the Andersonville tribe.

Lillie Mae Green, age 70, 701 Plant Street, Montezuma, Georgia passed on September 21, 2021 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Americus, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Byromville, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Lillie was born July 17, 1951 in Dooly County, Georgia to the late Willie Lee Green and Abbie Lee  Felton Green. She was educated in the public school system of Dooly County whereas she was a graduate of Dooly County High School class of 1969, Vienna, Georgia. She joined the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church at an early age whereas she was a dutiful and faithful member. She was a dedicated employee at Gold King in Montezuma, Georgia. After many years of dedicated service she retired as a homemaker.

She leaves to cherish her memories a dedicated niece she reared as a daughter Jacquetta Green, Montezuma, Georgia; siblings Eddie Green (Regina), Sherry Furlough, all of  New Jersey, Cynthia Green, Sandra Green, both of Montezuma, Georgia, Jackie Jones, Americus, Georgia; a uncle Willie B Harrell; aunt Inis Barron, Byromville, Georgia; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends, including a devoted friend Gloria Quinn.

Anthony Lee Baldwin, age 58, passed on September 18, 2021 in Bronx, New York.

The funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel Inc., 607 Kaigler Street, Oglethorpe, Georgia. Burial will follow in Freeman Hill Cemetery, Andersonville, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Anthony Lee Baldwin was born June 26, 1963 to the late Leo Baldwin and Gladys Corley Baldwin in Miami, Florida. He was preceded in death by one sister Barbara Ann Baldwin. He was educated in the public school system of Macon County. Anthony worked as a painter until he retired.  He loved dancing and entertaining family and friends. He will forever live in the hearts of his family and friends.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife Robin Woods-Baldwin, Bronx, New York; siblings, Leola Griffin, Oglethorpe, Georgia, Ervin Baldwin (Annette), Oglethorpe, Georgia; aunts and uncles, Emma Silas (Calvin), College Park, Georgia, Cora Sanders, Oglethorpe, Georgia, Rhodessia “Rose” Strong (Willie Leland), Vera M. Stevens (Kevin) Joseph Baldwin, Lenny Baldwin (Shannon), all of Florida; nieces and nephews, Jessica Baldwin, Jeremy Baldwin, Estee Griffin, Kendra Baldwin, Tiffany Baldwin, Ervin J. Baldwin, Sierra Cromer; and a host of other relatives and friends.  

Neisha Camille Hudson, age 31, passed on September 21, 2021 at Houston Medical Center, Warner Robins, Georgia. 

Graveside services will be held at 12:00 P.M., Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the Oglethorpe City Cemetery, Memorial Drive, Oglethorpe, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Thomas Lee Stokes, age 71, passed on September 20, 2021.

Graveside services with military honors will be held at 2:00 P.M., Monday, September 27, 2021 at Andersonville National Cemetery, 496 Cemetery Road, Andersonville, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Mr. Thomas Lee Stokes was born  November 30, 1949 to the late Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Mildred H. Stokes of Perry, Georgia. He attended  the public school system of  Houston County. He accepted Christ at an early age in the Pentecostal faith and served throughout his lifetime. Thomas was debonair man, (confident, stylish and charming) and as a teenager was given the nickname of “Sweet Toewee” that followed him throughout his life.  

Thomas served in the United States Army and the United States Reserve for over 20 years. He worked with Siemens Company  in Atlanta, Georgia for many years as a Machinist and forklift driver earning a retirement there. He also worked with the Houston County Board of Education in the Maintenance Department for several years.

On Monday afternoon, September 20, 2021 God embraced him in his arms and enfolded him in his love at the Select Specialty Hospital in Atlanta, Ga. A precious one from us is gone, a voice we love is still. A place is vacant in our hearts that can never more be filled. His parents (Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Mildred H. Stokes, one son Marquise Stokes, sister Carrie Jackson-Stokes, one brother Cleveland Stokes preceded him in life. Also preceded him in life an auntie Carrie Taylor (who he loved dearly) uncle and auntie Albert and Pat Dugger.

He leaves a lifetime of love, laughter and cherish memories to his devoted wife, Lula Pryor Stokes; daughter Lisa Kendrick, Warner Robins, GA;  two sons Thomas D. Stokes, Atlanta, GA, Maurice B. Stokes, Atlanta, GA; two step-sons, Johnnie Daniels III, Riverdale, GA, Albert Rogers III, San Francisco, CA; four grandchildren Yasmeen Stokes, BreKeisthon Boozer, Chynne’ Simpson, Allison Lester; a step granddaughter, Ja’Layshia Zymia Dainels; one  great grandchild Naomi French (Lisa’s granddaughter); two brothers, Joseph Stokes, Norkfolk, VA, Eugene Stokes (Pat), Perry, GA; one sister, Rosa Stokes (Schmitt), Pensacola, FL; three brothers-in-law, Elton Pryor, Marietta, GA, Perry Pryor (Mary), Montezuma, GA, Terry Pryor (Furlow), Oglethorpe, GA; one sister-in-law, Gloria Green, Oglethorpe, GA; a devoted god brother Vince Sanders, Decatur, GA, a host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  

Blessie Brown Jackson, age 98, of Americus, Georgia passed on September 15, 2021.

Graveside services will be held at 12:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at Eastview Cemetery, Ashby Street, Americus, Georgia. 

​Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Artie Mae Terry-Davis, age 97, passed on September 12, 2021 at Magnolia Manor Methodist Nursing Center, Americus, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held 12:00 P.M., Thursday, September 16, 2021 at Andersonville National Cemetery Rostrum, 496 Cemetery Road, Americus, Georgia.

Please be mindful that we will adhere to all government recommendations and mandates at all services at this time. We are limiting graveside seating to no more than 10 with masks being strongly encouraged. Other masked attendees are welcomed but will be expected to practice social distancing.

Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.​

Artie Mae was born on August 10, 1924, to the late Reverend Rufus Terry and Annie Mae Jordan Terry in Ellaville (Schley County) Georgia.  Artie Mae was the last surviving  offspring of this union, she was preceded in death by her Parents, Sister, Olivia and Brothers, Rudolph (Eleanor), Reno Dean (Azzie) and Milton Terry, Sr.

Artie Mae received her formal education, as well as Christian education in the Schley County Community.  She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at the New Corinth Baptist Church in Ellaville, Georgia.  She was active in all facets of ministry and enjoyed supporting all that would bring Glory to the Name of Jesus.  On February 8th of 1950 she would be joined in holy matrimony to the late Deacon Eddie Davis and they would journey together until his demise in 1993.

Artie Mae lived a positive life doing many good deeds and kind services for others.  She was gifted with many talents and abilities, having served as a substitute teacher by day and seamstress by night; she enjoyed baking for family and friends, as well as sharing home grown vegetables from her garden.  She would later become an employee of the Southern Frozen Foods of Montezuma, where she retired after more than 25 years of service.  Artie Mae was a member of the Order of Eastern Stars.  Artie Mae was a creative thinker who, despite challenges, would accomplish the task at hand. Her independence was very important to her and she was able to live on her own with limited assistance until July of 2021.

The final chapter of Sis. Artie Mae Terry-Davis’ earthly life was written on September 12, 2021, she was called home to eternal rest.  Servant of God, Well Done.  Rest from Thy Love Employ.  The Battle has been fought, the victory has been won.  Enter thy Master’s Joy.

Left to tell her story are her loving family and friends. Artie Mae is survived by three nieces: Deborah (Blake) Hollis, McDonough, GA, Janice Terry, Newark, N.J., Sherol Golden (Charles) Harvey, Buena Vista, GA, three nephews: Milton (Geneva) Terry, Bradley Terry and Rudolph Terry, Jr.  Americus, GA.  One Sister-In Love Bertha H. Terry, Americus, GA. Devoted Cousins, Louis Jones and Janie Smith, Philadelphia, PA, two devoted caretakers, Elaine Hudson and Danyetta Lumpkin devoted friends, Linda Murray, Denise Soloman , Stanley Rogers the entire New Town Village and The New Corinth and Quebec Baptist Church Families.