All Obituaries

Stanley Raymond George , loving husband and father, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on May 8, 2023 at his home. Stanley was born in Arlington, Georgia on September 16, 1969, to the late John L. Hall and Lonzy Mae George (Brown) of Arlington,Georgia. Hard work and dedication was instilled into him at a young age by his mother and stepfather, Vaugnell Brown. Stanley attended the Calhoun County School system. Later he became an employee at Damascus Peanut Company where he worked for...

Mr. Charlie Cratic was born on July 7,1931, to the late Ralph and Annie B. Cratic in Damascus,Georgia. He confessed Christ and joined Salem FWB Church at an early age. He attended Kestler school system. He was employed by Mitchell Farms for many years and retired from the Damascus Peanut Company.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Neller Mae, one child, Calvin Cratic, and two siblings, Ray Cratic and Lillie Cratic. Charlie leaves to cherish his precious memories: his five...

John Henry Williams, Sr., was born on October 24,1937 to the late Rochester and Adabell Williams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Velma Lee Williams; son, John Henry Williams, Jr.; daughters, Carla Mennette and Linda Butler; brothers, Lester, Walter, Horace, Zebbie Lee, and Willie J.; and a son he raised as one of his own, Donnell Flowers. He accepted Christ and joined Christ C.M.E. Church at an early age. Over the years, John was dedicated and...

Mr. Slim’s Last Request Please don’t say that I gave up, just say that I gave in, Don’t say that I lost the battle , For it was God’s war to lose or win; Please don’t give me wings or halos, that’s for God to do; I want more than I deserve, no extras, just my due. Please don’t give flowers or talk in real hushed tones; Don’t be concerned about me now, I’m well with God, I’ve made it home; When you draw a picture of me,...