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11/17/2025

James Calvin Speer

James Calvin Speer, age 86 of Americus, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center.

He was born in Bronwood, GA to the late James Calvin Speer, Sr. and Clara Merle Mathews Speer Clark. He received his masters in education from The University of Georgia and retired from the electronics department at Columbus Technical School and South Georgia Technical College. He was a member of First Methodist Church in Americus.

He is survived by his wife, Sara Lilllian Hobbs Speer. His four daughters; Pamela Ann Speer Barfield (Larry) of Millwood, GA., Patricia Lynn Speer Given (Marty) of Fort Mill, SC., Barbara Gail Speer Thomas (Charlie) of Cottonwood, AL, Carrie L. Cooley of Lumpkin, GA , thirteen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his first wife; Patsy Kennedy Speer and his daughter; Sunday Cooley.

He enjoyed building models including ships, rockets, trains, and radio controlled air planes. He was also an avid ham radio operator and enjoyed talking to people all over the United States and many other countries. Jim’s favorite pastime was watching the Georgia Bulldogs with Sara Lillian, his wife of 55 years.

A graveside service was held on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Oak Grove Cemetery. Rev. Mike Truit officiated the service.

In lieu of flowers the family asks donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Phoebe Sumter Foundation.

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11/13/2025

Mary Sibyl McHugh McGlaun

Mary Sibyl McHugh McGlaun, 93, of Richland, Georgia passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Magnolia Manor, in Americus, after a long courageous battle with Parkinson’s. Sibyl was born in Walton County on November 19, 1931, to the late William Elmer McHugh and the late Mary Ella Malcom McHugh. On the day of her high school graduation from Richland High, she crossed the street and married her one and only love, Stewart Akin McGlaun. They were married for 34 years before his untimely death in 1985.

Sibyl became the first manager of the Georgia Welcome Center in Plains, Georgia, and retired after a 20 year career. During her time there, she traveled extensively around the United States representing the State of Georgia. Sibyl was a National Flower Show Judge Emeritus and served in various roles with the Garden Club of Georgia for over twenty-five years. As an avid Horticulturist, she achieved the role of Landscape Design Emeritus Consultant. Sibyl was a member of Antioch Baptist Church, Thornateeska Daughters of the American Revolution and Chapter 140 of the Daughters of the Confederacy.

Sibyl is survived by her three children: Michael Allen McGlaun (Sandra) of Richland, Jan McGowan (Dan) of Americus, and Judith Joseph (Paul) of Valdosta, GA. She is also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren Melissa Jernigan (Luke), Ashley Futch (Jonathan), Stewart Joseph, Maggie Davis (Justin), Wesley Joseph (Summer), and Mollie McGowan. In addition, Sibyl’s legacy includes her great grandchildren, Ella and Reed Jernigan, Cade and Carter Futch, Jace and Mila Davis, Weston Joseph, and Livi and Avery James Joseph. Sibyl is also survived by nieces Kay Bonner Retterbush, Beth Bonner Lockhart (Karl) and nephew Donald Bonner (Teresa).

Sibyl was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her sister and brother-in-law Jane and Donald Bonner.

Graveside services will be held at 3:30 P.M. Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Harmony Cemetery 763 Ponder St. in Richland. Rev. Michael McGlaun will officiate the service. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the wonderful and caring staff of Magnolia Manor Assisted Living Home, in Americus, as well as Gentiva Hospice of Americus.

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11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸

Today, our hearts are full of gratitude for the men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform. Their courage, sacrifice, and love of country remind us of what true service looks like.

Here at Aldridge Funeral & Cremation Services, we are deeply honored to have the privilege of serving many veterans and their families. Each flag-draped casket, each folded flag placed in loving hands — they remind us that freedom isn’t free, and that heroes walk among us every day.

To all our veterans and their families — thank you. May God bless you and keep you always, and may we never forget the price paid for the freedoms we hold dear.

With heartfelt appreciation,
The Family and Staff of Aldridge Funeral & Cremation Services

11/11/2025

Rita Ann Herlovich Thompkins

Rita Ann Herlovich Thompkins, age 65, passed away Monday November 10, 2025 at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center. A celebration of life will be held at 12:00 P.M. Saturday, November 15, 2025 in the chapel of Aldridge Funeral & Cremation Services. Rev. Reid Mathis will officiate the service. The family will greet friends from 11:00 A.M. until service time Saturday in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in the Preston City Cemetery on a later date.

Rita Ann Herlovich Thompkins was born June 24, 1960 in Punta Gorda, FL. She was the daughter of the late Bobby Jean Herlovich and Francine Herlovich, whom survives. Rita was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She worked in the Insurance business since 1985. Rita was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. She was a member of First Methodist Church in Americus.

Survivors include her husband Royce Rodney “Billy” Thompkins of Americus; her son Timothy Thompkins (Ilya) of Roopville, GA and her daughter, Tonya Thompkins of Americus. Rita is also survived by her sister, Kathy Davies of Newberry, Fl; sisters-in-law, Margaret Tondee (Donald) of Leesburg, GA, Sharon Herlovich of Tampa, FL , Mary Nell Lewis of Americus , a brother-in-law; Bill Davies of Gainesville , FL. Four grandchildren, Kassidy Belcher, Kaley Arizmendi, Royce Arizmendi, Riley Thompkins and four great grandchildren, Mckenzie Underwood, M'Kyren Laster, Adalaide Rodriguez, Adalinna Rodriguez and a number of nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to her father Rita was preceded in death by a brother, John Herlovich and a niece, Tiffany Herlovich.

The family has requested memorial contributions be made to any Veterinarian Hospital of choice.

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11/05/2025

Eugenia Sanders Legg

Obituary for Eugenia Sanders Legg

Eugenia Sanders Legg, of Andersonville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025, 3:00 pm at Aldridge Funeral & Cremation Services in Americus, Georgia. The family will receive friends at the residence 913 Old Andersonville Road in Andersonville, GA 31711

Born on September 20, 1961, in Americus, Georgia, Eugenia was the daughter of the late Gene and Caroline Sanders. She was a proud graduate of Americus High School, Class of 1979. For over 30 years, Eugenia dedicated her professional life to Eaton/Citizens Bank, where she was an esteemed and valued employee.

Gena is preceded in death by her beloved husband Bobby, her daughter Leslie, her brother-in-law John and Ben Legg, and sisters-in-law Sara Hamilton and Judy Legg. She is survived by her granddaughter Caroline Wellons, son-in-law David Wellons, brothers-in-law Michael (Debbie), Robert, Donnie (Brenda), and sisters-in-law Margaret (Morgan) and Margie Legg, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and her cherished dog Abby.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sumter Humane Society (sumterhumanesociety.org) in her memory.

Gena will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the love she shared with her family and friends.

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10/29/2025

Mr. James Terry Lee, age 63 of Jacksonville, FL passed away on October 26, 2025 surrounded by his family. A graveside service will be held Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:00 P.M in Oak Grove Cemetery with Military Honors. Friends may visit the family at 188 Briarwood Circle in Americus.
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