All Obituaries

Martha Lena Callaway, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2024, in her hometown of Phenix City, Alabama, where her story began on April 22, 1942. Funeral Services will be held at Colonial Funeral Home on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00PM E.T. ; Visitation will be held Friday, May 3, 2024 from 6-8PM E.T. at the Funeral Home.  Martha's life was one marked by a profound capacity to love and a zest for life that was contagious. She met her beloved husband, James "Jim" Callaway,...

Lewis King, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 1st, 2024, in Columbus, Georgia, at the age of 91. Born on July 12th, 1932, in Rossville, Georgia, Lewis's life was marked by dedication, service, and the love he shared with his family and community. Mr. King is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Betty Jean Godbey King, his loving children, Linda Godbey Churlin, Troy King and his wife Cynthia, Edgar Eli...

Kathan Golsan Steele, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and esteemed Licensed Practical Nurse, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024, in Columbus, Georgia. Born on November 14, 1954, in Gainesville, Georgia, she was the daughter of Jay Gaston Golsan and Katherine Smith Golsan. Kathan's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit, her love for her family, and her dedication to the well-being of others. Kathan's journey in healthcare began at Troy State...

Terry Shane Bolt, 52, of Seale, Alabama passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Columbus Hospice House in Columbus, Georgia. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET at 50 Island Creek Road, Seale, Alabama. Mr. Bolt was born December 15, 1971 to James Charles Bolt and Barbara Ann Miller in Montgomery, Alabama. He worked as a roofer for Superior Roofing. Mr. Bolt enjoyed fishing and spending time with his kids. Surviving are his children, TJ Swain, Stacey...

Barbara Ann Gunter passed away surrounded by her loving family in Columbus, Georgia on April 20, 2024, at the age of 65. Born on March 10, 1959, in Columbus, Georgia. Barbara's life was a testament to her unwavering strength and her ability to inspire those around her. Barbara was the beloved daughter of the late Edward John Sinkule and Betty Sue (Batcheldor) Sinkule. Others who preceded her in death include brothers Peter Dale, David Charles, Joseph Holbert, James Edward, brother...

James Elwood "Jimmy" Pierce, 68 of Pittsview, AL died Monday, April 15, 2024 at his residence 5209 Hwy 431, Pittsview, AL. A memorial service will be held at Silver Run Baptist Church Friday, April 19, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. est with Pastor Joe Morris officiating.  Mr. Pierce was born Feb 6, 1956 in Alexandria, VA, son of the late Johnnie Edward Pierce, Sr. and Essie Lavada Pierce.  He had been medically retired for years, but worked at Walker Williams Lumber Company in...

Winfield Easton Athill (a.k.a) Junie/Manaclass/Swinger/MSGT age 68 was born on September 16, 1955 on the island of Antigua (Wadadli). Winfield was predeceased by Mrs. Estella Maude Richards Athill (Mother), Mr. Novelle Athill (Father) Mrs. Stephany Lewis (Sister), Ms. Eulanimie George (Sister) & Granville Athill (Brother). He is survived by Gloria Athill (Wife), Sharona Athill-Grant (Daughter), Shenel Athill (Daughter), Stefanie Athill (Daughter), Lamiya Athill (Granddaughter), Nalani...

Joseph Raymond Xuereb, 42, of Phenix City, Alabama passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024. A memorial Mass will be held Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM ET at St. Patrick's Church in Phenix City, Alabama. Joseph was born February 17, 1982 to Raymond Xuereb and Terry Xuereb in Columbus, Georgia.  Surviving are his daughter, Zoe Rae Xuereb; parents, Raymond and Terry Xuereb; one sister; one niece and one nephew.

Kim Chin Stewart, 74, of Smiths Station, Alabama passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Piedmont Hospital in Columbus, Georgia.  A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 11:00 AM E.T. at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery.  Mrs. Stewart was born October 8, 1949 in Seoul, Korea. She met her husband, William Stewart in Korea in 1972 while he was stationed there with the United States Army. In 1973, they married and moved to the United States. They spent the next 20...

Joseph Lamar Gordon, 82, of Columbus, Georgia passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at Piedmont Northside Hospital. Graveside services with full military honors will be held Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. est. at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery.   Mr. Gordon was born August 15, 1941 in Columbus, Georgia to the late, Terrell and Grace Gordon.  He served our country in the Air Force with over 28 years of service.  After his military career, he retired from the Postal...