All Obituaries

Earnest H. McCullum, 90 of Madison, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2 PM at Rutledge Baptist Church.

James (Jimmy) Melvin Sidwell was called home to be with the Lord on April 22, 2024. Jimmy, as he was known to family and friends, was born on April 26th, 1949, to the late James A. and Faustine S. Sidwell of Apalachee GA. Jimmy attended Morgan County High School where he graduated in 1967. Jimmy would go on to Athens Technical College where he would receive his two-year degree in mechanical engineering. After school Jimmy became a bus driver for The Morgan County School System for nearly 30...

An Enduring Legacy of Love It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Delaine Steedly Hood, affectionately known as Laine, of Madison, GA. Laine peacefully departed this world surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, April 20, 2024. She was born on November 10, 1948, in Charleston, SC, and was the beloved wife of Dell Hood. Laine was the cherished daughter of the late Broadus and Ida Steedly. Laine and her devoted husband, Dell, were blessed with two wonderful...

Steve Cisson, age 71 of Madison, Georgia passed away peacefully at home on April 15, 2024. He was born in Toccoa, Georgia on July 3, 1952 to Leroy and Helen Cisson. Growing up, he attended Stephens County schools and graduated from Stephens County High School. Steve then attended the University of Georgia and after graduating in 1975, he was hired by the Morgan County Board of Education as a teacher and coach. Steve spent his entire professional career at Morgan County High School where he...

Sharon Denise Foster Banks, 57 of Madison, passed away on April 12, 2024.  She was surrounded by her family.  Ms. Banks was born in Madison on April 25, 1966.  Her parents were Elmer and Elizabeth Inman Foster.  She grew up in Morgan County and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.  She loved her family and community and spending time with them.  She enjoyed cooking for her family and others.  Ms. Banks had two children of her own but helped raise many...

On April 7, 2024 Mandi “Man Man” Marie Williams, 22, passed away peacefully and suddenly in her home.  She was born in Conyers Georgia on March 21, 2002 to her mother Selena Kaye Mclendon her Father the late Timothy Martin Williams. Adopted, loved and raised by her dad James Issac Mclendon. She graduated and earned her high school diploma in 2019.  Mandi was a remarkable artist, she loved art so much that she became a successful entrepreneur and started selling her...

James Leland “Jim” Meier. 79 of Madison, passed away on April 5, 2024.  Jim was born in California on September 13, 1944.  He was married to the late, Linda Craven Meier.  Jim was a tractor mechanic by trade.  He however, was capable of building and repairing most any type of equipment.  Jim was also an inventor.  He owned Madison Tractor & Equipment.  Jim enjoyed fishing and also travelling. Jim Meier is survived by his daughter, Angie...

David Ernest Biggs, a caring husband and loving father, passed away on April 3, 2024 at the age of 67, surrounded by his family. He was a strong, yet tender hearted man who was devoted to his family. Born to David Biggs and Francis Corley Biggs on July 7, 1956, in Augusta, Georgia, David's interest in aviation took flight during his teenage years when he earned his private pilot’s license. Following high school, he followed his passion, embarking on a 43-year career with Delta Air...

Roger Alan Shepherd, 70 of Rutledge, passed away at his home on March 20, 2024.  He was a native of Morgan County.  He was born February 16, 1954 in Madison to Bonny and Elease Hawk Shepherd.  Alan was married to Sara Thomas Shepherd.  He was a member of the Rutledge Methodist Church.  Alan was retired from Southern States as a chemical applicator.  He enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.  He was an avid college football fan and...

  Mrs. Juliette Adcock Moss, 94 of Madison, passed away on March 20, 2024. She was a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was loved by all who knew her especially the grands who called her “Mimi.” She was always willing to lend a helping hand whether it be washing dishes, cooking meals, cleaning, or taking care of any and all of her grandchildren and great grands. The stories that she would tell from the wealth of knowledge she had acquired the 94 years...