MRS. LINDA LORENE FINCHER

Mrs. Linda Lorene Fincher age 68 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday December 29, 2016 at her residence. 

Mrs. Fincher was born on July 11, 1948 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Otis and Flora Mae Daniel. She worked for B.F. Goodrich Mill for many years. Mrs. Fincher was of the baptist faith.

Survivors include her husband Mr. Otis Fincher of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Deena Lee (Mike) Hill of Eden N.C, brother Mr. Elwood (Shirley) Daniel of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Faye (Jr) Crawford of Columbus Oh, grandson Mr. Trey Thrasher of Charlotte N.C.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday January 1, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday December 31, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!

MRS. ELSIE CALLAHAN BLOODWORTH

Mrs. Elsie Callahan Bloodworth age 84 of Meansville Ga, died Friday December 30, 2016 at Grady Memorial Hospital. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later. Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

MR. CARL W. GORDY JR.

Mr. Carl W. Gordy, Jr., age 91, of Macon, died Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at Pine Pointe Hospice of Central Georgia in Macon.
Funeral services will be held Friday, December 30, at 4:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Rev. Diane Sweckard will officiate, and burial will follow in South View Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday afternoon from 3 until 4 PM, at Fletcher- Day Funeral Home.
Mr. Gordy, son of the late Carl W, Gordy, Sr. and Lily Mae Hall Gordy, was born in Upson County on January 1, 1925. He served his country in the U. S. Army during World War II in Europe where he was a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne. He retired as District Manager with the Life Insurance Company of Georgia after a distinguished career of 30 years. Mr. Gordy received numerous sales awards and sales trips, and his district won top awards for many years. Mr. Gordy was a Royal Arch Mason and a member of the Forest Hills United Methodist Church in Macon.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Gordy was predeceased by a granddaughter, Ellen Gordy Askew and a grandson, William Carl (Bill) Collins. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Wilson Gordy of Macon; a daughter: Sandra (Frank) Wolcott of Hoover, AL; three sons: Barry C. (Connie) Gordy of Meansville, GA; Terry R. (Nancy) Gordy of Griffin, GA; and Todd A. (Fraser) Gordy of Macon, GA; six grandchildren: Christopher (Angie) Collins of Lincolnton, GA; Leigh (Jeff) Adams of Winder, GA; Amy (Alan) Salter of Cumming, GA; Seth Gordy, Matt Gordy, and Laine Gordy, all of Macon, GA. Ten great grandchildren also survive.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home of Thomaston is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com. 

MR. RAYMOND ASH

Mr. Raymond Ash, age 85, of Yatesville, died Monday, December 26, 2016, at Piedmont Newnan Hospital. Funeral services for Mr. Ash will be held Saturday, December 31, at 10:00 AM, at the Rock Springs Church in Milner, GA. Dr. Bennie Tate and Rev. Joe Allen will officiate. Burial will be in the Old Union Baptist Church Cemetery in Young Harris, GA, at 4:00 PM, with Rev. Ricky Rogers officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 30, from 5 until 8 PM at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home of Thomaston. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home of Thomaston is in charge of all arrangements.

MS. FRANCIS MARIANNE NIX PHAGAN

Ms. Francis Marianne Nix Phagan, age 68, of Thomaston, died Wednesday December 28, 2016 at her residence.

Ms. Phagan was born on January 18, 1948 in Thomaston Ga, to Wiley Nix and the late Laverne Chamblin Nix. She was formerly employed with Liberty Mutual where she worked as an insurance agent. Ms. Phagan was preceded in death by her mother Laverne Nix, and brother Eugene Nix.

Survivors include her daughter Mrs. Julie (Chris) English of Thomaston Ga, son Mr. Rodney (April) Phagan of Meansville Ga, father Mr. Wiley Nix of Thomaston Ga, brother Mr. Cecil Nix of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Houston (Katy) Hurt, Nathan Ritch, Hunter English, Jacob Phagan.

Memorial Services will be held on Friday December 30, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday December 30, 2016 from 10-11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to S.U.P.P.O.R.T.  at 108 East Gordon St. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. JIMMIE ZENO TAUNTON

Mr. Jimmie Zeno Taunton, age 76, of Thomaston, died Monday, December 26, 2016, at his residence.

Mr. Taunton was born January 9, 1940, in Taylor County to the late Wanza Ward and Ludie Corine Taunton. He retired after 34 years with Sears service department, and a member of The Gathering Church.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara L. Taunton; sister, Linda (James) Abney; brothers, Cecil (Dawn) Taunton, Beason (Zetha) Taunton, and Roland (Kathy) Taunton; and god-children, Jeff Daniel, Becca D. Long, Jessica Pressley, Chuck Coker, and Ben Coker.

Funeral arrangements for Mr. Taunton will be held Thursday, December 29, 2016, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home. 

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Gathering Church, 456 Hannahs Mill Rd, Thomaston GA 30286.

MRS. BETTY BARNES PIERCE

MRS. ERMA LEE MCKINLEY

Mrs. Erma Lee McKinley, age 85, of Thomaston, died Friday, December 23, 2016, at Riverside Health & Rehab. Funeral services for Mrs. McKinley will be held Monday, December 26, at 11:00, at Trinity Baptist Church. Burial will follow in South View Cemetery. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service at Trinity Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to othe Phebians Sunday School Class, Trinity Baptist Church, 410 South Church St., Thomaston, GA 30286. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MRS. SARAH MARTHA HOLLIFIELD

Mrs. Sarah Martha Hollifield, age 81, of Thomaston GA, died Monday, December 19, 2016, at her residence.

Mrs. Hollifield, was born January 4, 1935, in Jackson County GA to the late Charles and Jessie Kilgore. She was a furniture store sales person.

She is survived by her daughters, Sandra Sosebee of Thomaston, Barbara Cook of Jackson, and Brenda Vinson of Forsyth; sons, Ricky (Helen) Bryant of Booneville MS, Danny Bryant of Thomaston, and Johnny (Patsy) Hollifield; sisters, Barbara, Trudy, Almadel, and Josephine; 11 grandchildren; several great and great-great grandchildren also survive.

Graveside services for Mrs. Hollifield will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2016, at 2:00 PM in River View Cemetery in Smyrna GA

MR. WILLIAM FERRELL BRANNON JR.

Mr. William Ferrell "Billy" Brannon Jr, age 73, of Thomaston, died Monday, December 19, 2016, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Brannon was born on March 6, 1943 to Mary Brannon and the late William Ferrell Brannon Sr. He was employed with Southern Natural Gas Company where he worked for many years until his retirement in January 1992. Mr. Brannon served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a community recreational football coach from the age of 18-49, he also umpired recreational baseball during those years.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Juanita Conley Brannon of Thomaston Ga, daughters Mrs. Wendy (Troy) Brooks of Covington Ga, Mrs. Michelle (Gary) Kilby of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. Bill (Stacey) Brannon of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Jeff (Jefflyn) Brannon of Woodbury Ga, brothers Mr. Tommy (Mary) Brannon of Meansville Ga, Mr. Kenny (Eleanor) Brannon of Wedowee Al, Mr. Donnie Brannon of Grayson Ga, brother in law Mr. Sam (Cathy) Conley of Lafayette Ga, sister in law Mrs. Sylvia (Johnny) Helms of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Drew & Delanie Brooks, Kendalyn & Brannon Kilby, Emma Kate & Kellie Brannon, Parker & Logan Brannon, Lance Spires.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday December 22, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday December 21, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MRS. FRAN W. TORBERT

Mrs. Fran W. Torbert, 88, of Thomaston, died Monday, December 19th, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services for Mrs. Torbert will be held on Thursday, December 22nd, 2016 at 2 PM at the First United Methodist Church. Rev. Bill Barber will officiate and burial will follow in South View Cemetery. Mrs. Torbert's family will receive friends in the Service Sunday School classroom of the First United Methodist Church on Thursday from 1 PM until the funeral hour.

MRS. ELVIN TRAWICK GIBSON

Mrs. Elvin Trawick "Sissy" Gibson age 96 of Meansville Ga, died Thursday December 15, 2016 at Riverside Health and Rehab. 

Mrs. Gibson was born on December 2, 1920 in Macon Ga, to the late Willie Lee and Dollie Adams Trawick. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Gibson was a member of Meansville Baptist Church.

Survivors include her daughters Mrs. Linda (Jerone) Rogers of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Bobbie Killingsworth of Meansville Ga, sister Mrs. Hazel Kirkpatrick of Milledgeville Ga,  2 Grandchildren, 4 Great Grandchildren, 8 Great Great Grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday December 18, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from Meansville Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Fincher Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday December 17, 2016 from 2-4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Meansville Baptist Church at 12620 GA 109 Meansville Ga. 30256.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. PAUL EDWIN TIDWELL

Mr. Paul Edwin Tidwell age 57 of Thomaston Ga, died Saturday December 17, 2016 at his residence. 

Mr. Tidwell was born on December 3, 1959 in France to the late Norton and Vivian Louise Tidwell. He worked in law enforcement for many years and was employed with Dart where he worked as the head of security.

Survivors include his wife Kimberly Page Tidwell of Thomaston Ga, daughters Tiffani (Jeff) Mauldin of Barnesville Ga, Candis Tidwell (Carlenton Martin) of Newnan Ga, brother James Tidwell of Memphis Tn, sister Pam (Jeff) Bloodworth of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Jaden, McKenzie and Mariah.

Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday December 21, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday December 21, 2016 from 1-2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Paul Tidwell memorial fund at 321 Hannah's Mill Rd. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MRS. MARTHA JEAN SELF

Mrs. Martha Jean "Jeannie" Self age 68 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday December 18, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Self was born on June 6, 1948 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Arthur and Daisy Grace Reid. She was formerly employed with Woodwind Assisted Living where she worked in the housekeeping department.

Survivors include her husband Mr. Terry Self of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Cindy (Mike) Fitzpatrick of Lakeland Fl, sons Mr. James Johnson Jr. of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Robbie Callahan of Gainesville Ga, brothers Mr. Jim (Jan) Reid of Savannah TN, Mr. Jarrell (Barbara) Reid of Ronda N.C., sisters Mrs. Mary Ann (Ben) Gray of Yatesville Ga, Mrs. Patty Petty of Fort Valley Ga, Mrs. Sue (Steve) Gaddy of Winder Ga, Mrs. Joyce (Bill) Latham of Valdosta Ga, 8 Grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday December 21, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday December 21, 2016 from 10-11 a.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. ROBERT DAVID THOMPSON

Mr. Robert David Thompson age 77 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday December 15, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Mr. Thompson was born on March 21, 1939 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Douglas and Estelle Thompson. He worked as an electrician for many years. Mr. Thompson was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Laverne Thompson of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Laurie (Brad) Whitmire of Thomaston Ga, son Mr. Kevin Thompson of Ok, step daughter Mrs. Cheryl (David) Mullins of Zebulon Ga, step sons Mr. Clay Ruffin of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Duane (Traci) Ruffin of Thomaston Ga, brothers Mr. Donald (Mary) Thompson of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Tyson (Charlotte) Thompson of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Diane Thompson of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Faye (Dale) Adams of Thomaston Ga, 12 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday December 19, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday December 18, 2016 from 4-6 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!

MRS. KAREN LOUISE MOULTON

Mrs. Karen Louise Moulton age 69 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday December 16, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Memorial Services will be announced later. Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!

MRS. LILLIAN CRISP PETERS

Mrs. Lillian Crisp Peters age 84 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday December 15, 2016 at Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro Ga.

Mrs. Peters was born on June 9, 1932 in Graham County N.C., to the late John and Flora Sawyer Crisp. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Peters was of the Presbyterian faith.

She is survived by her son Mr. Terry (Ellen) Peters of Statesboro Ga.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday December 17, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday December 17, 2016 from 10-11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Thomaston Hospice at 512 South Center St. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. TALMADGE R. WINKLES

Mr. Talmadge R. Winkles, age 83, of Thomaston Ga, died Wednesday, December 14, 2016, at Riverside Health and Rehab. 

Mr. Winkles, was born June 17, 1933, in Upson County to the late Dewey and Cora Winkles. He retired from Sitezinger Corp, was a member of Silvertown Baptist Church. He retired after 23 years of service in the U.S. Air Force as a Sr Master Sergeant with service in Viet Nam serving on B-52's. He was also a member of the Thomaston Lions Club.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Winkles. Survivors are his son, Bob (Joan) Winkles of Douglasville GA; sister, Jane Bradberry of Gainsville GA; brothers, Frank (Suzanne) Winkles of Tampa FL, and Charles (Charlotte) Winkles of Marietta GA; grandchildren, Sunny Lynn Estes, Aaron Blue Winkles, Patricia Dayle Lightfoot, and Pamela Dawn Beavers; great- grandchildren, Chase Lightfoot, Chandler Lightfoot, Caroline Beavers, Caleb Winkles and Savanah Winkles.

Funeral services for Mr. Winkles will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 19, 2016, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM At Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Upson Cancer Car c/o Carry Pitts, 300 Upson Ave. Thomaston GA 30286. 

MRS. LINDA SUE CHERRY

Mrs. Linda Sue Cherry, age 64, of Thomaston died Saturday, December 10, 2016, at Providence Health and Rehab Center.

Mrs. Cherry was born, March 19, 1952, in Zebulon GA to the late Calvin Eugene and Mattie Sue Clark. She was a spinner for the Peerless Division of the Thomaston Mills.

She is survived by her husband, Jimmy David Holmes; daughter, Melinda (Jeff) Lyda of Spartanburg SC; son, Felton Cherry of Thomaston; sister, Edna Wynell Ellington of Thomaston; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Jonathan Coe.

Graveside services for Mrs. Cherry will be held Monday, December 12,2016, at 2:00 PM in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 12, 2016, from 1:00 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

MR. KIRK STRAUGHN

Mr. Kirk Straughan, 85, of Thomaston, died Thursday, December 8, 2016,  at Upson Regional Medical Center.  Graveside funeral services will be held Sunday, December 11, 2016, at 2:00 PM, in South View Cemetery.  Dr. Rex King will officiate.Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements

MRS. SHELBY EVANGELINA REEVES

Mrs. Shelby Evangelina Reeves, age 72, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at her residence.

Mrs. Reeves was born September 26, 1944, in Upson County, to the late Clarence W. and Georgia Cora Scruggs. She retired from the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, and was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth H. Reeves; daughter, Alyson R. (Gunner) Winston of Los Angeles CA; son, Kevin B. Reeves of Thomaston; sister, Pat English of Thomaston; grandchildren, Stryke Winston and Jag Winston both of Los Angles CA. She is preceded in death by her sisters, Frankie Lowe, Evelyn McElroy, and Faye Patrick; and brother, Marion Scruggs.

Funeral services for Mrs. Reeves will be held on Friday, December 9, 2016, at 3:00 PM at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 8, 2016, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 1034, Thomaston GA 30286. 

MRS. RACHEL AVERY ANTHONY

Funeral Services for Mrs. Rachel Avery Anthony will be held on Wednesday December 7, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from Northside Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Tuesday December 6, 2016 from 5-7 p.m. Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. TOMMIE JOE SMITH

Mr. Tommie Joe Smith, age 89, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016, surrounded by his family at his home in Thomaston GA. Mr. Smith was born on September 26,1927, at the Smith family home in Thomaston GA. He was the first of five children born to Mrs. Mattie Cleo McLeroy Smith and Mr. Joe Jarrell Smith.

Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mrs. Judy Hammock Johnson Smith; his sister, Mrs. Fanny Smith Faulkner; his brothers, Mr. Marvin Pierce Smith, and Mr. Henry Otis Smith; his sons, Raymond David Smith, and Michael Wayne Smith.

Mr. Smith was educated in the Thomaston School System and was a member of the R.E. Lee Class of 1945. In 1954 he began working for Adams Motor Company. In the same year, he ventured into his own automobile business, one that would last for 62 years until 2016.

Always the sportsman, he was an avid golfer, tennis player, and racquetball player. Although he loved working in his garden, his real love was being a pilot. Mr. Smith was also a Mason and Shriner.

In 1965, Mr. Smith gave his heart to the Lord at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church. There he served as an ordained Deacon, Chairman of the Deacon Board, Training Union Director, and an active member of Sunday School and Brotherhood.

In 1988 he was married to Mrs. Judy Hammock Johnson until her death  in 2003.

After moving his church letter to Mountain View Baptist Church in 1988, Mr. Smith was a faithful member serving on the Usher Board and anonymously sponsoring the WTGA Radio Ministry for Mountain View for 28 years until his death.

Mr. Smith is survived by one brother, Mr. Walter Lamar smith and his wife, Brenda, of Douglasville, GA; a son Mr. Randal Smith and his wife Marsha; daughters, Mrs. Patsy Smith Marsh and Mrs. Ann Smith Evans and her husband Danny; all of Thomaston. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at Mountain View Baptist Church with the Reverend Dr. Rex King Officiating. The family will meet friends at the church from 1:00 - 2:00 PM. The family may be contacted at the home of Mrs. Patsy Marsh, 762 Harrell Rd. Thomaston GA. A private family graveside service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Mountain View Baptist Church, 2569 Jeff Davis Rd. Thomaston GA 30286

MR. JAMES FRED ELLINGTON

Mr. James Fred Ellington age 61 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday December 1, 2016 at his residence.

Mr. Ellington was born on June 7, 1955 in Thomaston Ga, to the late James and Sara McFarlin Ellington. He worked as an electrician for many years.

Survivors include his daughter Mrs. April (Steve) Robb of Niceville Fl, son Mr. Russ (Melissa) Ellington of Jackson Ga, brother Mr. Luke Ellington of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Saralyn (James) Boyt of Thomaston Ga, Ms. Freida Ellington of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Stell (Dusty) Pippin of Thomaston Ga, 2 Grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday December 4, 2016 from 3-5 p.m. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the James Fred Ellington Memorial Fund at 321 Hannah's Mill Rd. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. TROY NEAL RAILEY

Mr. Troy Neal Railey age 78 of Thomaston Ga, died Wednesday November 30, 2016 at his residence.

Mr. Railey was born on November 8, 1938 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Charlie and Nannie Pearl Dunn Railey. He owned and operated Troy's convenient store for many years and later worked with Upson Memorial Gardens as a sales rep. Mr. Railey served his country in the U.S. Army.

Survivors include his sister Mrs. Geneva Farnham of Connecticut, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday December 1, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!

MR. JOSEPH E. (PHIL) HARRIS

Mr. Joseph E. (Phil) Harris, age 87, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016. Funeral services will be held at Valley Grove Baptist Church on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Dr. David Chancey, Rev. Travis Graham and Rev. Joe Allen will officiate and burial will follow in the Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Wednesday at Valley Grove Baptist Church from 1:00 PM until the funeral hour.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Doris Vining Harris; two sons Chris (Cheryl) Harris of Lawrenceville and Todd (Donna) Harris of Pine Harbor; two daughters, Debbie (Mike) Varner of Oviedo, FL and Dee (Gilbert) Chapa of Belton, TX; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Antio Gordy of Warner Robins and Gladys Chancey of Milledgeville. He was preceded in death by his parents, Flournoy and Bertha Harris. 
Mr. Harris grew up in Upson County and attended John B. Gordon and R. E. Lee Schools. He worked in the Martha Mill for two years before joining the Army in January 1949. After basic training he attended Southeastern Signal School where he learned to splice telephone cable. After he was discharged he worked for the Thomaston Telephone Company until being called back in the service. He was sent to Korea where his wire team provided communications to the artillery units that supported the infantry.
After the Korean War he married his longtime sweetheart, Doris Vining. In May of 1952 he went to work for Stromberg Carlson as a telephone equipment installer. Over the years he worked as a telephone installer for several telephone companies throughout the southeast. In 1963, he moved to Claxton and started his own company as a contractor, installing and servicing telephone equipment for independent telephone companies.
Mr. Harris was involved in community and church activities while living in Claxton. He served as a Deacon for 20 years at First Baptist Church. He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was past master of Ezel Lodge #294 of Claxton, Ga.
One of his most prized accomplishments was the book he wrote in 2009 entitled "From Crank Phones to Cell Phones", describing the many changes that occurred during his 52 years of working in the communications field.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com 

MRS. CANDELARIA MONTA NOWICKI

Mrs. Candelaria Monta Nowicki age 66 of Yatesville Ga, died Monday November 21, 2016 at her residence. 

Mrs. Nowicki was born on February 2, 1950 in the Philippines to the late Aurelio and Tecla Monta. She was formerly employed with Upson Regional Medical Center where she worked as a Registered Nurse until her retirement. Mrs. Nowicki was a member of St. Peter The Rock Catholic Church.

Survivors include her husband Mr. Eugene Nowicki of Yatesville Ga, daughter Ms. Rosemarie Nowicki of Avondale Estates Ga, sons Mr. Gregg Nowicki of Dunwoody Ga, Mr. Eugene Nowicki Jr. of Baltimore Md, sisters Mrs. Vergi Bautista of Trenton N.J, Mrs. Maritess Pantanosas of the Philippines, Mrs. Cheruby Lacsento of the Philippines, grandchildren Evan Nowicki of Dunwoody Ga, Kate Nowicki of Dunwoody Ga, Stella Prevost of Avondale Estates Ga.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday November 26, 2016 at 3:30 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday November 25, 2016 from 4-6 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!

FORMER WTGA EMPLOYEE LAMAR DULIN

Lamar Dulin, age 70, passed away November 22 at West Georgia Hospice in LaGrange.  Lamar was born on July 14, 1946 in LaGrange to the late Willie Roe and Princess Dulin. He was also predeceased by siblings Bennie Dulin, Rachel Wisener, and Helen Kelley.  He is survived by his son Derek and Derek’s wife Crystal, grandsons Shay and Andrew Dulin, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He attended the Baptist Tabernacle in LaGrange.

Lamar was a 1965 graduate of LaGrange High School and a veteran of the US Air Force.  Following his military service he briefly lived in Colorado and the Atlanta area before relocating to Thomaston. He worked in Thomaston for Lanier Electronics a few years before joining the US Postal Service, where he spent most of his working career.  He also owned and operated Thomaston television station WTUC, where he was the longtime host of the “Gospel Tracks” program for several years before moving back to LaGrange a few years ago.  Lamar also occasionally worked on the side as a radio disc jockey (including local station WTGA) and until recently did newscasts on radio station Eagle 102.3 in LaGrange.

In addition to his professional career Lamar had a passion for magic.  As “Mr. Magic” he loved doing magic shows at children's birthday parties and other special events.  He was also a fan and promoter of southern gospel music, and as a promoter he brought several gospel singing groups to Thomaston.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 25 at 1:00 pm at the Higgins LaGrange Chapel with Rev. Bobby Bozeman officiating.  Family will receive friends on Wednesday, November from 5-7 at the funeral home. On line condolences may be sent to the family at http://www.higginslagrangechapel.com.

MRS. MARGARET L. COX

Mrs. Margaret L. Cox, 95, of Molena, died Monday, November 21st, 2016 at Riverside Health and Rehab.
Funeral services for Mrs. Cox will be held on Saturday, November 26th, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Molena. Rev. Mark Harris and Rev. Don Voyles will officiate and burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family of Mrs. Cox will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Friday from 5 until 7 PM.
Mrs. Cox was born in Woodbury on March 5, 1921, a daughter of the late Davis Lewis and Daisy Lane Long. She played varsity basketball in Meriwether County during her high school years.
Mrs. Cox was employed briefly by the William Carter Company but was primarily a homemaker. She was a member of the Silver Sneakers for Seniors and was an avid canasta player. She also loved watching Wheel of Fortune.
Mrs. Cox was the oldest living member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
She is survived by her two sons, Don Cox of Molena and Hiram Cox of Nashville, TN; four grandchildren, Donna McConnell of Arlington, VA, Stephen Cox of Macon, and Joshua Cox and Andrew Cox, both of Nashville, TN; and a great granddaughter, Kara McConnell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Vincent Cox.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com

MRS. RUBY MELODY PITTS-KEMP

Mrs. Ruby Melody Pitts-Kemp age 55 of Dacula Ga, died Sunday November 20, 2016 at Gwinnett Medical Center.

Mrs. Kemp was born on March 10, 1961 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Carl and Janis Morris James. She was employed with Ingles of Loganville Ga, where she worked as a cashier.

Survivors include her husband Mr. Grady Kemp of Dacula Ga, daughters Mrs. Jennifer Pitts of Dacula Ga, Mrs. Janice Kemp of Dacula Ga, sisters Mrs. Kimberly James of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Kayla (Randy) Teal of Thomaston Ga, 6 grandchildren, 2 nephews, 1 great nephew, 2 Great Nieces also survive.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday November 26, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday November 26, 2016 from 12-2 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!

MRS. MARGARET L. COX

Mrs. Margaret L. Cox, age 95, of Molena, died Monday, November 21, 2016 at Riverside Health and Rehab.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fletcher-Day Funeral Home.

MR. MILTON WOODROW WILSON

Mr. Milton Woodrow Wilson age 75 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday November 20, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Mr. Wilson was born on January 15, 1941 in Butler Ga, to the late Charlie and Annie Belle Wilson. He was formerly employed with Westex Mill where he worked as a weaver for many years. Mr. Wilson Served his country in the U.S. Army Reserve. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Brenda Wilson of Thomaston Ga, daughter Ms. Kim Wilson of Butler Ga, son Mr. Woodie (Stephanie) Wilson of Thomaston Ga, brother Mr. Steve (Linda) Wilson of Phenix City Al, sisters Mrs. Rudean (Clarence) Davis of Butler Ga, Mrs. Margie (Edward) Logue of Thomaston Ga, 3 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren, many nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday November 23, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Tuesday November 22, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. RONALD F. WILLIAMS

Mr. Ronald F. Williams age 71 of Yatesville Ga, died Friday November 18, 2016 at his residence. 

Mr. Williams was born on September 17, 1945 in Griffin Ga, to the late John Thomas and Mattie Lou Williams. He was formerly employed with the Upson County Road Department where he worked as the Road Superintendent for many years. Mr. Williams served his country in the U.S. Army.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Loretta Williams, daughters Mrs. Melinda (Joseph) Rosser, Mrs. Connie (Russell) Montoya, Mrs. Cindy (Greg) Williams, son Mr. Darren Massey, brothers Mr. Homer Lee Williams, Mr. Ralph Williams, Mr. Jimmy Williams, sisters Mrs. Jessie Mae, Mrs. Sara Louise, Mrs. Geraldine Peugh, 6 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday November 21, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from Yatesville Baptist Church. Burial will follow in New Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday November 20, 2016 from 4-6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Yatesville Baptist Church at 59 College St. Yatesville Ga. 31097.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!

MR. HOMER CLARENCE BICKLEY

Mr. Homer Clarence Bickley age 89 of Butler Ga, died Friday November 18, 2016 at his residence. 

Mr. Bickley was born on December 25, 1926 in Columbus Ga, to the late Homer Lee and Rosa Lee Bickley. He worked as a farmer and drove a school bus for many years. Mr. Bickley served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII in the Philippines. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Butler Ga, where he served as Deacon Ameritus. Mr. Bickley was preceded in death by his wife Peggy Evans Bickley, sons Tommy Golden, Jeff Golden, brother C.J. Bickley, sister Annie Laura Kendrick, Joyce Spillers.

Survivors include his daughters Mrs. Donna (Steven) Hay of Navar Fl, Mrs. Judie Whitton-Hood (Drew) of Murphy N.C, Mrs. Ellen Bickley of Butler Ga, Mrs. Clair (Robert) Haney of Thomaston Ga, son Mr. Randy (Dodie) Bickely of Warner Robins Ga, 16 grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday November 21, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. from Antioch Baptist Church in Butler Ga, burial will follow in Union Methodist Church Cemetery in Butler Ga. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday November 20, 2016 from 4-6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Antioch Baptist Church at 2093 Thomaston Hwy Butler Ga. 31006.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!

MR. IRVING LEWIS PROCTOR

Mr. Irving Lewis Proctor age 89 of Thomaston Ga, died Saturday November 19, 2016 at his residence.

Mr. Proctor was born on November 10, 1927 in Millen Ga, to the late Gus and Myrtle Proctor. He worked for Martha Mills and Watson Motors for many years. Mr. Proctor served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church. 

Survivors include his daughters Denise (Charles) Sanford of Thomaston Ga, Donna Proctor of Thomaston Ga, son Irving Glenn (Fran) Proctor of Lawrenceville Ga, brother Cecil (Fay) Proctor of Millen Ga, grandchildren Mandi Hadley, Casey McWaters, Jessica Willis, Tracy Meiler, 7 Great Grandchildren.

Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday November 22, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday November 21, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the local VFW at 300 Veterans Dr. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. HARRY WAYNE PENNINGTON

Mr. Harry Wayne Pennington age 58 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday November 20, 2016 at his residence.

Mr. Pennington was born on October 31, 1958 in Abilene Tx, to the late Winfred and Eleanor Pennington. He was employed with Haynes Grading where he worked as a heavy machine operator. Mr. Pennington was a member of Hendricks Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his sister Sandy Lee Martin Pennington Flohn Clark.

Survivors include his sons David Wayne Bronner of Sarasota Fl, Jamey Wayne Manley of Thomaston Ga, brothers Chuck Pennington of Jennings Fl, David Pennington of Scots Depot W.V, sister Andrea Northcutt of W.V, 3 grandchildren, Tanya Denham Pennington, Lacey Anthony, special nephew William Flohn.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

MR. MILTON WILSON

Mr. Milton Wilson age 75 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday November 20, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

MR. RONALD F. WILLIAMS

Mr. Ronald F. Williams age 71 of Yatesville Ga, died Friday November 18, 2016 at his residence. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

MRS. EVELYN SIDES RHEA

Mrs. Evelyn Sides Rhea, age 93, of Meansville, died Wednesday, November 16, 2016, at her residence.

Mrs. Rhea was born on June 14, 1923 in Birmingham Al, to the late Cyrus and Florence Jones Sides. She was formerly employed with Bank of America where she worked as an administrative assistant. Mrs. Rhea was preceded in death by her husband William Rhea.

Survivors include her daughter Mrs. Kim (Mike) Rice of Meansville Ga, son Mr. Thomas Rhea of Buffalo Ny, sister Mrs. June Hartfield of Knoxville Tn, 3 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday November 21, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday November 21, 2016 from 12-2 p.m. Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday November 23, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. CST from Elmwood Cemetery in Birmingham Al.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!

MRS. ANNIE BESSIE MATHEWS

Mrs. Annie Bessie Mathews age 92 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday November 17, 2016 at Providence Health and Rehab. 

Mrs. Mathews was born on May 29, 1924 in Dawson County Ga, to the late Henry and Hattie Mae Hughes Clay. She was formerly employed with The William Carter Company where she worked as a machine operator for many years. Mrs. Mathews was a member of Kings Chapel Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Jasper Eugene Mathews, sons Clay Mathews, Thomas Mathews sister Ruth Glaze.

Survivors include her son Mr. Eddie (Kathy) Mathews of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Dessie Smelcer of Cleveland Ga, Mrs. Bunny Whitfiled of Cleveland Ga, 6 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday November 19, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday November 18, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!

MADGE ANN YAWN SLADE

SAVANNAH - Madge Ann Yawn Slade, 89, died November 15, 2016 at Savannah Square.
She was born March 12, 1927, in Thomaston, GA to the late Robert Walker and Alberta H. Yawn. She graduated from R. E. Lee Institute in 1944 and from Wesleyan College in 1948.
On June 16, 1948, she was married to James Milton Slade in Thomaston, GA. Their love for their home of Thomaston and their friends there showed no bounds. Her friends in "The Bridge Club" were as close as any imaginable, but the Slades moved to Savannah in 2006 to be near their daughter. Madge was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Thomaston. She and her husband loved to dance and she never missed a chance for a good party. She will be greatly missed.
A lifelong educator and school administrator, Madge taught English and History at Rock Hill Elementary early in her career. She earned a Library Science degree and became a librarian and established a library at Atwater Elementary School in Thomaston. Continuing seemingly endless educational endeavors she earned a "Six Year Degree" in School Administration from the University of Georgia and would have earned a PhD had she written her Thesis. Madge was then promoted to Principal at Thurston Elementary School, When the city and county elementary schools were merged and a mega elementary school of 1,650 students was built in 1988, Madge became the Principal of the Primary section of that school until her retirement. She was loved by her students because she was a tough disciplinarian but always fair.
What was remarkable was how much she cared about and remembered every child she ever taught. She would always tell her family about what one or the other of her former students had accomplished.
Madge was a strong, fiercely independent woman who overcame adversity when shortly after her retirement she developed severe Macula Degeneration of her eyesight. She learned to use a special machine that would expand text to giant words that she was able to read from a computer screen one or a few letters at a time. She would not let her eyesight stop her from the most complex task.
Special love and thanks to the loving staff at Savannah Square. The Health Center staff was so kind to her in her final weeks. Thanks to the Patricia Greene family who were there for her so much. Sonya Williams who cared for her in the evenings lately. Most importantly, the most heartfelt thank you and love to Patricia Walker who has been like the second daughter to Madge for the past three years. Pat has truly been an Angel to her and has worked tirelessly to give her the best care anyone could have asked for.
Madge is survived by her daughter, Susanne S. Mock and her husband, William H. "Billy" Mock, Jr. of Savannah; grandchildren, William H. Mock III of Palmetto Bluff, SC, Michael Joseph Mock of Buckhead, GA, Patrick O'Brien Mock and his wife, Kim, of Woodstock, GA, and Chloe Ann Mock of Woodstock, GA; her niece, Christina Ann George (Jeff) of Perry, GA; great-nieces, Ashley W. McConnell (Brad) of Perry, GA and Audrey Kearse George of Denver, CO; and great-grand nieces, Slade, Grey, and Elizabeth Ann McConnell of Perry, Ga.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brother, Robert Earl Yawn, her brother-in-law, Thomas Jefferson Slade III and his wife, Ann Kearse Slade.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 11:30 am on Friday, November 18, 2016 at Southview Cemetery in Thomaston, GA.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests remembrances to the Savannah Center for Blind and Low Vision, 1141 Cornell Ave., Savannah, GA 31406 or to a charity of your choice.
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MR. AMOS EDGAR BURKETT

Mr. Amos Edgar Burkett, 90, of Thomaston, died Monday, November 14th, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center.
Funeral services for Mr. Burkett will be held on Wednesday, November 16th, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Mountain View Baptist Church with Dr. Rex King and Rev. Ryan Christopher officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family of Mr. Burkett will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5:00 until 7:00 pm.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MRS. MARY E. WRIGHT

Mrs. Mary E. Wright, age 75, of Thomaston, died Saturday, November 12, 2016, at her residence.

Mrs. Wright was born March 18, 2016, in Horsecove NC to the late James William and Margaret Emmaline Farmer. She was a owner/operator for Waffle House, and member of Cavanas Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Ivey L. Wright; sister, Helen Finchum; brother, Joe Farmer; special son-in-law; James Martiny; great-grandchildren, Kera NeSmith, Leonard Martini, and Tucker Hancock. Survivors are her daughters, Debra McAbee of Smyrna SC, Alisha Vaughan of Cleaveland TN, Terry (Johnny) Cheney of Summerville SC, and Susan Martiny (Rick Hines)  of Thomaston GA; sons, Donald (Alice) Wright of Wagner SC, and Barry (Carol) Wright of Monroe MI.

Funeral services for Mrs. Wright will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 1:00 PM at Cavanas Baptist Church in Monroe County, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 17, 2016, from 11:00 - 1:00 at Cavanas Baptist Church. Arrangements by Coggins Funeral Home.

MR. CHARLES DAVID MIXON

Mr. Charles David Mixon, 67, of Chamblee and formerly of Thomaston, died Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 at his home.
Graveside funeral services for Mr. Mixon will be held on Thursday, November 10th, 2016 at 4 pm in Glenwood Cemetery with Rev. Jeremy Pooler officiating.
The family of Mr. Mixon will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Thursday from 2 until 4 pm.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MR. GEORGE MINYARD

Mr. George Minyard, age 60, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at Eternal Hospice in Griffin GA.

Memorial services for Mr. Minyard will be held by his family at a later date.

MRS. BESSIE RUTH BARNETT PARTAIN

Mrs. Bessie Ruth Barnett Partain age 77 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday November 3, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Mrs. Partain was born on March 23, 1939 to the late Almon and Lora Finley Barnett. She was formerly employed with McDonalds where she worked as a cook for 15 years.

Survivors include her husband Mr. Robert Partain of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Jeanice Lowe of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. Joe Partain of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Philip (Susan) Partain of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Dee Partain of Silver City N.C., sister Mrs. Marie (Bill) Barksdale of Duck Springs Al, 5 Grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday November 4, 2016 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Services for Mrs. Partain will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. WILLIAM MCMANUS

Mr. William McManus age 86 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday November 3, 2016 at Providence Health and Rehab. Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

Mr. McManus was born on September 20, 1930 in Paducah Ky to the late Clarence and Irene McManus. He was formerly employed with Union Carbide where he worked as a security guard for many years. Mr. McManus was a mason and served his country in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by his son Michael McManus.

Survivors include his son Mr, Rick McManus of Thomaston Ga. 

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the First Methodist Church Organ Fund at 132 Cherokee Rd. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!

MR. JONATHAN HOLLIS HUFF

Mr. Jonathan Hollis Huff age 41 of Ponte Vedra Beach Fl, died Monday October 31, 2016.

Mr. Huff was born on September 27, 1975 in Marietta Ga, to Ozzie and Jackie Huff. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia where he was a member of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. He worked in Pharmaceutical Sales for many years. Mr. Huff was preceded in death by his grand parents Jack & Maxine Davis, & John Huff.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Lauren Lazenby Huff of Ponte Vedra Beach Fl,  father Mr. Ozzie Huff of Thomaston Ga, mother Mrs. Jackie Huff of Thomaston Ga,  paternal grandmother Mrs. Evelyn Huff of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Kelly (Steve) Mikell of Trussville Al, Mrs. Heidi (John) Allen of Calhoun Ga, father in law Mr. Jim Lazenby of Marietta Ga, mother in law Mrs. Ginger Lazenby of Marietta Ga, aunt Mrs. Camille Stolp of Cornelia Ga, brother in law Mr. Matthew Lazenby of Spain, nieces Kat Allen, Heidi Mikell, Hayley Mikell, nephews Reed Allen, Davis Allen.

Graveside Services will be held on Saturday November 5, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from Kennesaw Memorial Park Cemetery in Marietta Ga.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Thomaston First United Methodist Church at 132 Cherokee Rd. Thomaston Ga. 30286.

 

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!

MS. JEANETTE BRANSFORD HOWARD

Ms. Jeanette Bransford Howard, age 80, of Thomaston GA, died Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at her residence. 

Ms. Howard was born October 8, 1936, in Spalding County to Clifford Carl and Sara Margaret Bransford. She retired from the Department of Labor as the Senior Administrator for the Hearing Office, member of Clarks Chapel Baptist Church and its Senior Citizens Club.

She is survived by her mother, Margaret Bransford Woodson of Thomaston; daughter, Donna (Bill) Howard Worsham of Concord; son, Raymond Scott Howard of Stockbridge; sisters, Sandra F. Bransford of Thomaston and Carleen B (Billy) Reeves of Thomaston; grandchildren Ashton, Autumn (Josh) Watson, and Chandler.

Funeral services for Ms. Howard will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 5, 2016, from 2:00 - 3:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Clarks Chapel Baptist Church, 176 Mathis Lake Rd, Thomaston GA 30286.

MRS. BETTY MONTGOMERY LACKEY

Mrs. Betty Montgomery Lackey, 89, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, November 1, 2016, at Riverside Health and Rehab. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM Friday, November 4, 2016 in the Chapel of the Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 10:00 AM until the funeral hour. 
Fletcher-Day FUneral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MR. DAVID AVERY TYLER

Mr. David Avery Tyler, age 64, of Thomaston, died Sunday, October 30, 2016, at his residence.

Mr. Tyler, was born April 8, 1952, in Fulton County to Herbert Daniel and Jane Coffin Tyler Sr. He was an architect, graduate of Southern Tech Division of Georgia Tech Atlanta, member of the First Presbyterian Church of Thomaston, Board of Directors of the Flint River Council of Boy Scouts, American Institute of Architects, a private pilot for 40 years, and an Eagle Scout.

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Tyler of Thomaston; daughter, Hayley Jordan Tyler of Thomaston; son, Matthew Clayton (Kristy Pattillo) Tyler of Marietta; mother, Jane Coffin Tyler of Thomaston; mother-in-law, Dorothy J. Smith of Albany; brother, Herbert Daniel (Linda) Tyler Jr of Franklin NC; sister, Chrystie (Robert) Tyler Newell of Tallahassee FL; and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Dr. Herbert Tyler Sr; and sister, Emily Tyler Harton.

Memorial services for Mr. Tyler will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2016, at 2:00 PM at the Thomaston First Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 3, 2016 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church Parlor.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Thomaston First Presbyterian Church, 403 Birdsong St, Thomaston GA 30286 or to the Flint River Boy Scouts Council.

MRS. SHIRLEY JEAN BROWN

Mrs. Shirley Jean Brown, age 69, of Thomaston, died Monday, October 31, 2016, at Providence Health and Rehab Center.

Mrs. Brown was born December 16, 1946, to the late Henry E. and Ruby Loe Storey in Americus GA. She was an instructor for William Carter Company.

She is preceded in death by her husband, William Brown. Survivors are her brother, Bill (Peggy) Storey; and sister, Patricia Bruce.

Graveside services for Mrs. Brown, will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 2, 2016, from 9:30 - 11:00 AM at Coggins Funeral Home