The Obituary Section

Otis Glover Jr.

, Georgia

August 16, 2026

Otis Leon Glover Jr. known to many simply as O.L. passed away on August 17 2026 in East Dublin Georgia at the age of 82. He was born on March 2 1944 in Dublin Georgia and lived a life marked by quiet strength devotion to family and a deep appreciation for the outdoors. Otis was the son of the late Gladys Fulford Glover and was preceded in death by his brothers Odell Glover and Athel Glover. He carried the values of hard work loyalty and perseverance throughout his life and those who knew him will remember him as a steady presence who faced life with humility and grace. His family and friends found comfort in his dependable nature and the simple genuine way he showed he cared. He is survived by his daughters Lisa Carrier and her husband Donald Todd of East Dublin Georgia and Tamatha McTier and her husband…

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Montine Taylor

, Georgia

August 6, 2026

Montine Holland Taylor passed away on August 7 2026 at the age of 104. She was born on June 26 1922 in Cochran Georgia and lived a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to family faith friendship and service to others. Montine was preceded in death by her parents J.S. and Mary Holland her husband William Taylor her brothers James Holland Wilber Holland Ray Holland and Roy Holland and her sister Grace Hart. She is survived by her son John N. Taylor Virginia of Dothan Alabama her daughter Mary Bradshaw Tommy of Ozark Alabama her grandsons John Taylor Jr. Rachel of Taylor Alabama and Richard Leonard of Lancaster Ohio her granddaughters Donna West Alan of Hoover Alabama and Rebecca Leonard of Lancaster Ohio. She also leaves behind a loving legacy through her greatgrandchildren Ashley Fleming Stephen of Dothan Alabama Brenton Taylor of Taylor Alabama Kayla Smith Ethan of California…

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Shelby Young

, Georgia

Shelby Jean Morris Young passed away on Aug. 6 surrounded by loved ones in her home after a brief illness. She was 87. Shelby was the loving wife of Edward Young with whom she shared a joyous life of love faith and happiness. They spent nearly 70 years together in marriage. She was born on Jan. 6 1939 to James D. Morris and Margaret Irene Smith. After graduating from East Laurens High School she became a devoted homemaker. Her love language was cooking. The table was never sparse and everyone who sat down got exactly what they wanted and walked away full. Though there was nothing she couldnt prepare Shelby was famous for her biscuits that accompanied nearly every meal and no one even if she taught them her methods can replicate them. As a devoted mother and later granny three generations have grown up under her loving care. Shelby…

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Joseph Joe Fowler

, Georgia

Joseph Raymond Fowler Joe 84 of Cadwell Georgia left this earth on August 18 2026 to be with Jesus and reunited with the love of his life Ann Fowler. He was born on November 7 1941 to the late Joseph C. Fowler and Audie Leah Gay. Joe was an awardwinning athlete who loved all sports and created countless good memories for so many on the ball field. Outside of sports he found joy in the simple things. He liked being in his garden and reading books. Joe had a way of leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met. He was smart witty and never one to hold back what came up usually came out. He was one of a kind and will be remembered and cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him. In addition to serving his family well he also served in the Navy on…

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Carol Rowland

, Georgia

Carol Jones Rowland 80 of Dudley Georgia went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 16 2026 at Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin Georgia. She was born on June 10 1946 in Miami Florida to the late Lewis A. Jones and Robbie Wall Jones. Carol was a dedicated and hardworking bookkeeper at Dexter Supply Company for 42 years where she was known for her dependability and commitment to her work. Above all Carol was a devoted Christian whose faith was an important part of her life. She was a faithful member of Little Bethel Free Will Baptist Church where she shared her love of music by playing the piano. She was also a valuable member of the Ladies Sunshine Club. Carol treasured her church family and the fellowship and friendships that came from serving alongside others. Outside of work and church Carol found joy in the simple…

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Emory Wolfe

, Georgia

A lifelong resident of Laurens County Mike was a familiar and respected figure in his community. He was a proud graduate of Dublin High School and furthered his education at Georgia College and State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Education. He was a dedicated businessman who owned and operated Southern Battery Tire Company from 1971 to 1999 and later served as the Regional Marketing Manager with the Georgia Department of Industry Trade and Tourism. Deeply committed to public service Mike served the people of his community as a Laurens County Commissioner from 1980 until 1998 in addition to being an active member of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce the Laurens County Development Authority and countless other civic organizations. Mike was a longtime member of Bethsaida Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon for many years. Away from his work and…

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Marjorie Lindsey

, Georgia

August 11, 2026

Marjorie Hodges Lindsey 93 of Dublin Georgia passed away on August 12 2026 in Dudley Georgia where she had lived the last nine years. She was born on June 10 1933 in Dublin Georgia and lived a long life marked by love devotion and a spirited independence that those who knew her will always remember. Marjorie was the daughter of the late Tom and Mary Cook Hodges. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Doyle Lindsey her daughter Debbie Lindsey Fordham her brothers Howard Hodges Ray Hodges Chappell Hodges and Marvin Hodges and her sister Helen Hodges Walker. Her family was the center of her life and she carried the memory of those she loved with her always. She is survived by her daughters Pat Williams and her husband Tommy of Milledgeville and Judy Cook and the late Danny Cook of Dudley. She is also survived by her…

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Shirleen Davidson

, Georgia

August 9, 2026

Shirleen Osborne Davidson lovingly known as Shirleen age 82 of East Dublin Georgia passed away on August 10 2026 after a life marked by faith devotion and kindness. Shirleen was born on August 16 1943 in Wauchula Florida to the late Roy C. Osborne and the late Mary Eunice Spillers Wood and Ira Wood. She was a loving and kind woman whose gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. Her life was centered on her family her faith and the simple joys that brought her happiness each day. She was preceded in death by her brothers Roy Osborne and Buddy Wood her daughterinlaw Cindy Davidson and her greatgrandchildren Kenneth Davidson Jr. and Weston Edge. She is survived by her devoted husband of 63 years Jerry Davidson her children Tim Davidson of Eatonton Georgia Ken Davidson of Ohio Jeff Davidson and his wife Sue of Dexter Georgia and…

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