The community of Macon is mourning the devastating loss of Brande Summers, 49, and her daughter, Haliegh Summers, 21, whose lives were tragically taken Tuesday morning during a shooting at a home on Ridgeview Circle. Their sudden and heartbreaking deaths have left family members, friends, and neighbors struggling to comprehend a loss so profound.
According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, a civil deputy arrived at the residence around 10:16 a.m. to serve an eviction notice when gunfire erupted from inside the home. Deputies later entered the residence shortly after noon and discovered both Brande and Haliegh deceased from gunshot wounds. Authorities reported that 51-year-old Ray Summers was also found inside with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital, where he later died, according to spokesperson Leon Jones.
While the circumstances surrounding their deaths are tragic and deeply troubling, those who knew Brande and Haliegh choose to remember them for the lives they lived rather than the violence that ended them. Brande, at 49, was a woman who carried the responsibilities of motherhood and family with strength and care. Her presence in the lives of her loved ones was steady and meaningful. Haliegh, just 21, stood at the threshold of adulthood, with dreams, aspirations, and experiences still waiting to unfold. Her youth makes the loss especially heartbreaking, as so much of her future remained ahead.
Together, mother and daughter shared a bond that cannot be measured. Their absence leaves an immeasurable void — at family gatherings, in everyday conversations, and within the broader Macon community. Grief of this magnitude ripples outward, touching not only immediate relatives but also friends, coworkers, and neighbors who feel the weight of this sorrow.
As Macon reflects on this tragic event, the community stands united in compassion. Prayers, heartfelt condolences, and support are being extended to all who loved Brande and Haliegh. In the face of unimaginable loss, may their memories be a source of comfort, and may those grieving find strength in one another during the difficult days ahead.