Aug 14, 2021

Judy Mitchell, 69, of Dublin, Georgia, passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021. The family will celebrate her life in a small, private memorial service.

Judy loved life and enjoyed spending time with her family. Her greatest joy was her two precious great-grandchildren, Joshua and Bella. She spent many hours reading classic storybooks to them. Judy also loved...

Aug 14, 2021

Bunnie Sue Pierce, 56, of Macon, Georgia, passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021.  A funeral service will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, August 20, 2021, at Sardis-Heard. The family will greet friends one hour before the service at the funeral home.  Burial will be at the Riverside Cemetery following the service.   In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made...

Jul 28, 2021

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...

Jul 23, 2021

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...

Jul 20, 2021

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...

Jul 15, 2021

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...

Jul 2, 2021

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...

Jun 29, 2021

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,...

Jun 20, 2021

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...

Jun 15, 2021

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...

Jun 8, 2021

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...

Jun 4, 2021

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.

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May 8, 2021

David Carmack Henry, 24, of Byron, died Saturday, May 8, 2021.  A memorial service will be held Friday, May 14, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at Sardis-Heard Funeral Home and Cremation Center.  The family will greet friends following the service until 8:00 p.m.  Masks are required.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research...

Apr 27, 2021

Julian “Jr” Archer, 69, of Macon, died Tuesday, April 27, 2021.  Private services will be held for immediate family.

Junior is survived by his wife, Lisa Archer of Macon; 6 daughters; 12 grandchildren; sister, Gloria Blankenship; brother-in-law, Ricky Adams; and his life-long friends, Ricky and Connie Baker.

Junior was affectionately known as June Bug to...

Apr 26, 2021

Jolie Anne Martin, 61, of Pineview, Georgia, passed away in her home on Monday, April 26, 2021.  A private viewing will be held for immediate family members.  The family will greet friends for a visitation from 6:00 to 8:00p.m. on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Sardis-Heard Funeral Home.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Apr 21, 2021

Jimmie Evelyn Harper, 78, of Macon, died Wednesday, April 21, 2021.  Funeral services will be held Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Sardis-Heard Funeral Home and Cremation Center with the Reverend Mark Grinsted officiating.  The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.  Graveside service will be held at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens.  In lieu of flowers, memorial...

Apr 12, 2021

Ryan Michael Earwood, 36, of Macon, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021. A simple memorial visitation will be held from 4:00-6:00pm, Friday, April 16, 2021 at Sardis-Heard Funerals and Cremation Center.

Ryan was born on New Year’s Day, 1985.  He was a sweet and rambunctious little boy who loved dinosaurs, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and WWF’s, ...

Mar 27, 2021

Richard Oliver “Buddy” Mines, Sr., 86, of Macon, Georgia, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021. Funeral services will be announced later.

Buddy was the longtime manager in charge of operations of the Greenbrier Hotel in WV and the Homestead in Hot Springs, VA. He had the opportunity to host many dignitaries including both Presidents Bush Sr. and...

Mar 20, 2021

Aaron Michael Gant, 37, of Knoxville, died Saturday, March 20, 2021.  Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. at Sardis Heard Funeral Home with the Reverend Russ Bozeman officiating.  The family will greet friends following the service.  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Aaron’s name to your favorite charity.

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Mar 17, 2021

Nelle Chapman Livingston, 93, of Macon, died Wednesday, March 17, 2021.  Funeral services will be private at Sardis-Heard Funeral Home and Cremation Center with the Reverend Tim Long officiating.   Interment will be private at Dixon United Methodist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dixon United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, 6637 Sandy Point Rd,...