Hugh Thomas “Tom” Winslette, age 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Macon, Georgia.  He was born January 18, 1955, in Eatonton, Georgia to Hugh and Eva Winslette.  He was a graduate of Northside High School and grew up in Warner Robins.  Tom lived a full life and treasured sharing his many passions with friends and family. Lover of music and a dedicated musician, he spent much of his time strumming on the guitar...

Brandon Scott Lee, 51, of Macon, Georgia has successfully escaped this mortal realm.  He was born July 1, 1970, to Ray and Jan Lee in Thomasville, Georgia. He worked for Allgood Pest Control before he was diagnosed with ALS December 10, 2019.  He loved taking his wife on trips and showed her daily how much she was loved.  He had so much fun hanging out with his grandkids and children, biological, as well as the ones who called him...

Bonita Day, 64, of Macon, Georgia, went to be with the Lord on July 20 2021.   Bonita was born January 16, 1957, to Lewis (Dock) and Gwendolyn Spillers of Macon, Georgia.  She graduated from Southwest High School in 1975 and held a career at Geico until her retirement in the early 1990s.  In 1983 Bonita married the love of her life, John Day, and they share two beautiful children, Tasha and Lewis.  Bonita was a faithful member of Stone Creek Baptist...

Dawson D. Melton, Sr., 95, of Dahlonega, Georgia, passed away July 15, 2021.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm, Monday, July 19, 2021, at Avondale Baptist Church Cemetery with a visitation following at the Sardis Heard Funerals and Cremation Barn.  Dawson was born in Macon, Georgia. He served as a proud Marine in War World II in the Pacific.   He retired from Robins Air Force Base as a Dock Foreman.  He was...

Myrtie Mae “Boots” Nipper, 88, of Macon, Georgia, passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021. Funeral services will be held at 4:00PM Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Sardis-Heard. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery.  The family will greet friends one hour before the service at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Boots was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church....

Emmett B. Leaptrot, Jr., 80, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away on June 29, 2021.  A private Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at Sardis-Heard Funerals and Cremation Center. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the donor’s favorite charity. Mr. Emmett was born in Macon, Georgia, to the late Emmett Barnes Leaptrot, Sr., and the late Doris Henrietta Mitchell Leaptrot.  He proudly served in the United States...

Paul Randolph Henderson, 89, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2021.  A Celebration of his life will be held at 2:00pm, Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at Liberty United Methodist Church.  Reverend Tony Crosby and Dr. Laudis “Rick” Lanford will officiate.  The family will greet friends immediately following the service in the Vinson Building at Liberty United Methodist Church.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Liberty United Methodist Church,...

Shelia Ann Morris Sneed, 69, of Macon, died at 9:30 AM, Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at Navicent Hospital.  She was born February 16, 1952.  Shelia is survived by her daughter, Kristy Vanderwarker and seven grandchildren; as well as her sister, Glenda Stevens (Charlie); and several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.   Shelia was preceded in death by her mother, father and one son, Tarl Earwood.  She loved to cook and enjoyed...

Ronny Eugene Stephens, 60, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at Pine Pointe Hospice after an extended illness.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 11, 2021, at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens, with Pastor Jack Osburn officiating.   Mr. Stephens was born in Macon, Georgia, and lived here most of his life.  He studied at Middle Georgia College, Georgia Institute of Technology, Mercer, and graduated at Central Georgia...

Myra Turner Smith, 81, of Centerville, walked through Heaven’s gates on Friday, June 4, 2021. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m.on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Sardis-Heard Funeral Home and Cremation Center, with Pastor Kenny Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior. Burial will follow the service at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. She was retired from Robins Air Force Base, and a homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her Grandchildren above all. Myra will...