Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Manchester, Georgia, Meriwether & Talbot Counties & Surrounding Areas
Roosevelt Pye
Apr 10, 2026
Roosevelt Pye, age 81, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on April 21, 1944, in Woodland, Georgia, to the late Willie Lue Pye and Bennie Pye Sr. and was raised in a close-knit community that helped shape his values of hard work, faith, and devotion to family.
Roosevelt dedicated over 30 years of...
Lillie Ree McGhee
Apr 8, 2026
Lillie Ree Turner McGhee was born July 10, 1948, in Manchester, Georgia, to the late Alvin Turner and Mary Turner. She was nurtured with strong family values that remained evident throughout her life.
On July 2, 1965, Ree was united in holy matrimony with the love of her life, Thomas McGhee. Their union was blessed with two children and strengthened by...
Martha Ann Copeland
Apr 3, 2026
Martha Ann Terry Copeland
Martha Ann Terry Copeland was born on November 27, 1949, to the late Mary Brooks Terry and the late Emmitt “Embo” Terry. She peacefully departed this life on April 3, 2026, at Fayette Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Martha’s life was a living testimony of faith, perseverance, and devotion. She was educated in the Meriwether County School System and...
Nikia Grier
Mar 31, 2026
Nikia S. Grier was born on October 25, 1976 in Columbus, Georgia to Helen Ann Grier and Granville Grier.
Nikia was educated at D. M. Therrell High School. Nikia loved sports, spending time with his family, friends, and kids.
After school Nikia became employed at TSA Atlanta Airport and 21 years at Grady Hospital. Nikia is preceded in death by his father...
Randall White Jr.
Mar 26, 2026
Randall White Jr. transitioned from this life on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the age of 33. Born on May 7, 1992, in Beaufort, South Carolina, Randall was a star football player, a cherished mentor, and a beloved family member. He graduated from Manchester High School in 2010 and went on to attend Waldorf University in Forest City, Iowa. Randall...
Willie Lee "Kid" Geddis
Jan 18, 2026
Willie Lee Geddis, affectionately known as “Kid,” was born on April 3, 1951, and peacefully entered eternal rest on January 18, 2026.
Willie was a man of pride, presence, and purpose. He had a deep love for cars and took great pride in dressing well—always believing in having the best of the best. A hardworking and determined businessman, Willie was the...
Reginald Barnard Fluellen
Jan 1, 2026
Reginald Barnard Fluellen was born August 17, 1965, to Willie Fluellen Jr. and Mary Lee Fluellen in Columbus, Georgia.
He accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age and was baptized at New Hope Baptist Church. Reginald worked faithfully as a servant in his walk with Christ. He served on the Usher Ministry as a doorkeeper as well as...
Willie Gamble
Dec 2, 2025
With deep love and profound sorrow, the family of Willie J. Gamble announces his passing on December 2, 2025, at the age of 46. Born on January 6, 1979, Willie was a beautiful soul whose presence brought warmth, steadiness, and quiet strength to everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Willie’s greatest joy was his family. He leaves behind his devoted wife,...
Douglas Washington
Oct 27, 2025
Mr. Douglas Washington was born on November 21, 1951, to the late Annie Lee Washington Parrish and Douglas Washington, Sr., in Talbotton, Georgia, and he departed this life at his home in Woodland, Georgia, on October 27, 2025.
Douglas attended Ruth Carter High School and was known for his kind and generous spirit. He had a love for life’s simple joys—playing...
Barbara Ann Carreker Golden
Aug 23, 2025
Barbara Ann Golden was born on April 27, 1942, to the late Sterling & Martha Carreker of Woodland, GA. She departed this life on August 23, 2025. She had 9 siblings, 6 of whom preceded her in death (James Henry, Robert, Willie, Jesse, Lillian, & Jasper).
Barbara confessed to Christ at an early age and joined Friendship Baptist Church.
She attended Ruth...
Patricia Swan
Aug 13, 2025
Patricia Swan was born on November 15, 1963, in Atlanta, Ga. to Vivian S. Kempson and Willie “Bill” Holmes. She departed this life on August 13, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father Willie “Bill” Holmes and two children: one son Malindzo Swan Hatcher, and a daughter: Gina Swan Hatcher.
She leaves to cherish her memories her mother Vivian S....



