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...

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
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 warmth and wisdom touched many lives, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, at the Hospice House in Columbus, Georgia. Born on October 20, 1959, Mitch lived a life full of love, laughter, and meaningful connections until his final day.

Mitch was a dedicated and compassionate soul whose career reflected his commitment to helping...

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...

Mary Holmes
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...

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...

Rakeshkumar Patel
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.

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)...

Hildegard Newton
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...

William Dewey Reaves, Jr.

William Dewey Reaves, Jr.

Mar 20, 2026

William Dewey Reaves Junior was born on September 18, 1944, in Thomasville, Georgia, and passed away peacefully at his home on March 20th, 2026, surrounded by family. He was 81 years old.

Known to everyone as "Bill”, he was the son of the late William Dewey Reaves Senior and Yvonne Davis Reaves. In 1953, when Bill was a young boy, his...