Calvin N. Floyd

Calvin N. Floyd

Mar 22, 2026

Calvin Floyd passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, nearly one year to the day after the passing of his beloved wife, Nan.

Calvin was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his three daughters: Helen Devlin (Edward) and their children, Eddie and Bryanne; Nancy Chalkley (Michael) and their children, Alex and Nick; and Kristi Pumillo (Steve)...

Erna Irma Vasas

Erna Irma Vasas

Mar 14, 2026

Erna Irma Vasas (née Schmidt), born on July 9, 1927, in Regensburg, Germany, passed away on March 14, 2026. She lived a long and meaningful life, marked by devotion to her family and an enduring commitment to her values.

Graveside services will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, April 3, 2026, at Ft. Benning Main Post Cemetery 64-66 Custer Rd. Columbus, GA...

Harold Eugene Upchurch, Jr.

Harold Eugene Upchurch, Jr.

Apr 3, 2026

Harold Eugene Upchurch, Jr., passed away on April 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by hard work, generosity, character and unwavering love for his family.

Harold was truly larger than life — a man whose presence was felt the moment he walked into a room. He was known as one of the most caring and hardworking individuals you could ever...

1SG Ret Jack D. Hyder

1SG Ret Jack D. Hyder

Mar 30, 2026

1SG Ret Jack D. Hyder, affectionately known as "Flash," passed away peacefully at his home on March 30, 2026. Born on October 25, 1931, in Mullens, West Virginia, Jack lived a life marked by dedication, service, and deep commitment to his family and country.

Throughout his distinguished military career, Jack earned the respect and admiration of those who knew him, serving...

Susan Suzii Lynes

Susan Suzii Lynes

Mar 30, 2026

Susan Lynes, born November 21, 1957, in Merced, California, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a life defined by strength, love, and unwavering devotion to those she cared for.



Suzii was courageous, generous, thoughtful, and incredibly intelligent. She was truly hilarious, with a sharp wit that made those around her feel at ease. She carved her own path in life and lived...

Rodger Pettitt

Rodger Pettitt

Mar 30, 2026

Rodger A. Pettitt, 64, of Hamilton, GA died on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Piedmont Northside.

A memorial service will be held 1:00pm CT, Saturday May 23 , 2026 at Benefield Funeral Home, 17624 Hwy 431 Wedowee, AL 36278 according to McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory, 3874 Gentian Blvd Columbus GA 31907.

Rodger was born on August 26, 1961, in Ft. Oglethorpe,...

Ralph Freed

Ralph Freed

Mar 29, 2026

Ralph Tyrell Freed, age 90, of Columbus, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026. He was born April 29, 1935, in Abbottstown, Pennsylvania, to the late Ralph Paul Freed and Carolyn Amelia Stambaugh Freed.

Ralph proudly served his country as a Corporal in the United States Army with the 32nd Infantry Regiment during the Korean War from 1954 to 1955....

Edwin Mitchell "Mitch" Howell

Edwin Mitchell "Mitch" Howell

Mar 28, 2026

Edwin Mitchell "Mitch" Howell, a man whose life was a testament to resilience, love, and unwavering spirit, peacefully passed away on March 28, 2026, at the Hospice House in Columbus, Georgia. Born on October 20, 1959, Mitch touched countless lives during his 66 years with his gentle wisdom, warm smile, and heartfelt advice, encouraging everyone he met to truly savor...

Donald E. Russell Jr.

Donald E. Russell Jr.

Mar 27, 2026

Donald Edward Russell Jr., 83, passed away on March 27, 2026, from natural causes.

Don was born on October 14, 1942, in Marion, Ohio. He attended The Ohio State University before enlisting in the United States Army. While serving as an Honor Guard at Fort McPherson, Georgia, he met Patti, who was volunteering with the USO. Don and Patti dated for...

Craig D Stephens, II

Craig D Stephens, II

Mar 26, 2026

Craig D Stephens, II, 56, of Columbus, GA died Thursday, March 26, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital.

Craig was born July 26, 1969, in Passaic, NJ to Dorothy Mohr Stephens and the late Craig David Stephens, Sr. Throughout his life, he cherished the bonds he shared with his family, holding dear the role of being a caregiver to his mother. His...

James M Holder

James M Holder

Mar 26, 2026

James Michael Holder was born on December 22, 1958, in Columbus, Georgia and died in Lee County, Alabama on March 20,2026. 

Mike’s father was the late James G. Holder and his mother is June Edmondson Holder. 

In addition to his mother, Mike has a sister Jenny, Celia Page, his companion Rhonda Hudson and best friend Steve Slaughter and his wife Marsha. Mike...

Mary Elizabeth Holmes

Mary Elizabeth Holmes

Mar 25, 2026

Mary Elizabeth Holmes (A.K.A. Betty/Beejay), age 73, passed peacefully on March 25th, 2026, at her home in Panama City Beach, FL.

As a loving mother, sister, and daughter, she was a determined and passionate woman who spent her life wanting to help people. From having a fulfilling career as a practice administrator to facing the challenges of her life head-on while...

Robert "Bobby" Perry Wilkerson

Robert "Bobby" Perry Wilkerson

Mar 25, 2026

Robert “Bobby” Perry Wilkerson, age 92, of Columbus, GA beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather died Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Bobby was born June 11, 1933 in Albany GA to the late Henry Leroy Wilkerson, Sr. and Melba Eugenia Thorpe. As a child, his family moved to Columbus GA where he attended Edgewood, then as a teen Bobby attended Baker High...

Burnet R. Quick

Burnet R. Quick

Mar 24, 2026

Colonel Burnet “Burnie” Rea Quick, USA (Ret.)

October 26, 1943 – March 24, 2026

Burnie Quick – a soldier, civic servant, leader, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home in Columbus, GA on March 24, 2026. He was 82 years old. Those who knew him best knew him as a fighter: a man who met every chapter of life...

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Bruce E. Sellers

Bruce E. Sellers

Mar 22, 2026

Bruce E. Sellers died peacefully Sunday March 22, 2026. 

Bruce was a lifelong resident of Columbus. He was a student of human nature, a teacher, and an avid cyclist.All services will be private. 

Bruce requested donations be made to the Columbus Public Library or Columbus Hospice of Georgia & Alabama. No flowers please.

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Anthony Burns

Anthony Burns

Mar 21, 2026

Anthony Mark Burns, 54, of Hamilton, Georgia passed away on March 21, 2026.

A Celebration of Life service will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, March 27, 2026 at Hunter Road Baptist Church, 1803 Hunter Rd, Cataula, GA. The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 PM, Thursday, March 26, 2026 at McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory, 3874 Gentian Blvd. Columbus, GA 31907....

Linda Hendricks

Linda Hendricks

Mar 20, 2026

Linda Jean Campbell Hendricks, 79, of Columbus, GA passed away Friday, March 20, 2026 at Piedmont Regional Hospital in Columbus, GA. 

Private services will be held at a later date according to McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory, 3874 Gentian Blvd, Columbus, GA 31907.

Linda was born June 21, 1946 in Columbus, GA; daughter of the late Melvin James Joshua Campbell and Mavis...

Allen Eric Humphrey

Allen Eric Humphrey

Mar 20, 2026

On March 20, 2026, Allen Humphrey passed away leaving behind a life marked by dedication to family, friendship, and service.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at McMullen Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Dr. Kevin Calhoun. Visitation will take place one hour prior, at 1:00 p.m. at the same location. 

Allen was born on...