Tuesday, August 30, 2016
MR. TERRY THOMAS HADAWAY
Mr. Terry Thomas Hadaway, 80, of Thomaston, died Monday, August 29, 2016 at Navicent Health, Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon. Funeral services for Mr. Hadaway will be held Thursday, September 1, 11:00 AM , at the Molena Baptist Church with Rev. Billy Lawrence officiating. Interment will follow in South View Cemetery in Thomaston. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the charity of their choice.
MRS. JOHNNIE MAE WILSON
Mrs. Johnnie Mae Wilson, age 87, of Thomaston, died Monday, August 29, 2016, at Upson Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Wilson was born on October 26, 1928 in Butler Ga, to the late Sam and Gladys Thompson. She was formerly employed with Upson Regional Medical Center where she worked in admissions for many years. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church where she was in the Bobby Phagan Sunday School class and the president of the WMU Circle II. She was preceded in death by her daughter Connie Philpott, brother Benjamin F. "Bubba' Thompson, sister Mary Bell.
Survivors include her husband Mr. Murle Wilson of Thomaston Ga, son Mr. Mark (Wanda) Wilson of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Margie Bethune of Dacula Ga, 5 Grandchildren. 7 Great Grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday August 31, 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 August 31, 2016 from 12-2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Gideons International at P.O. Box 1034 Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Mrs. Wilson was born on October 26, 1928 in Butler Ga, to the late Sam and Gladys Thompson. She was formerly employed with Upson Regional Medical Center where she worked in admissions for many years. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church where she was in the Bobby Phagan Sunday School class and the president of the WMU Circle II. She was preceded in death by her daughter Connie Philpott, brother Benjamin F. "Bubba' Thompson, sister Mary Bell.
Survivors include her husband Mr. Murle Wilson of Thomaston Ga, son Mr. Mark (Wanda) Wilson of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Margie Bethune of Dacula Ga, 5 Grandchildren. 7 Great Grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday August 31, 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 August 31, 2016 from 12-2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Gideons International at P.O. Box 1034 Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sunday, August 28, 2016
MR. HORACE BEVEL
Mr. Horace Bevel, age 69, of Yatesville, died Tuesday, August 23, at Emory University Hospital Midtown, Atlanta. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 27, at 1:00 PM, from the Rock Springs Church in Milner, GA. Internment will follow in The Rock United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday evening, August 26, from 6 until 8 PM at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Rock Springs Church, 219 Rock Springs Rd., Milner, GA 30257. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
MR. TIMOTHY SMITH
Mr. Timothy Smith age 46 of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday August 23, 2016 at his residence.
Mr. Smith was born on January 9, 1970 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Don and Lynn Smith. He was formerly employed with Steel Arc where he worked as a welder.
Survivors include his wife Mrs. Rebecca Reed Smith of Thomaston Ga, daughters Ms. Brittany (Robert Royal) Reed of Thomaston Ga, Ms. Alyssa Reed of Thomaston Ga, grandchild Vanessa Royal.
Memorial Services will be held on Sunday August 28, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at his residence 404 Triune Mill Rd.
Mr. Smith was born on January 9, 1970 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Don and Lynn Smith. He was formerly employed with Steel Arc where he worked as a welder.
Survivors include his wife Mrs. Rebecca Reed Smith of Thomaston Ga, daughters Ms. Brittany (Robert Royal) Reed of Thomaston Ga, Ms. Alyssa Reed of Thomaston Ga, grandchild Vanessa Royal.
Memorial Services will be held on Sunday August 28, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at his residence 404 Triune Mill Rd.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MR. DONALD LEON WILBORN
Mr. Donald Leon "Sonny" Wilborn age 77 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday August 25, 2016 at his residence. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MRS. ELEANOR MAY HARRIS
Mrs. Eleanor May Harris age 83 of Meansville Ga, died Thursday August 25, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Harris was born on May 10, 1933 in Thomaston Ga, to the late John David and Ruth Arnold. She was formerly employed with Georgia Power where she worked as a customer service representative for 25 years. Mrs. Harris was a member of Thomaston First United Methodist Church where she served in the choir and the Methodist Women. She loved her grandchildren, and also loved going to the beach with family. Mrs. Harris was an avid gardener and loved flowers and loved watching hummingbirds. She was a great cook. Mrs. Harris is preceded in death by her husband Donald Hugh Harris.
Survivors include her sons Mr. Ronald Adams of Thomaston Ga, Mr. David (Mary Ann) Harris of Columbus Ga, brothers Mr. Jacky (Bessie) Arnold of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Billy Arnold of Fayetteville Ga, grandchildren Brandon Harris, Ashley Bowden, John W. Harris, great grandchildren Gab Bowden, Beau Bowden, Hugh Harris.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday August 28, 2016 at 3:00 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 August 28, 2016 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Thomaston First United Methodist Church at P.O. Box 707 Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Mrs. Harris was born on May 10, 1933 in Thomaston Ga, to the late John David and Ruth Arnold. She was formerly employed with Georgia Power where she worked as a customer service representative for 25 years. Mrs. Harris was a member of Thomaston First United Methodist Church where she served in the choir and the Methodist Women. She loved her grandchildren, and also loved going to the beach with family. Mrs. Harris was an avid gardener and loved flowers and loved watching hummingbirds. She was a great cook. Mrs. Harris is preceded in death by her husband Donald Hugh Harris.
Survivors include her sons Mr. Ronald Adams of Thomaston Ga, Mr. David (Mary Ann) Harris of Columbus Ga, brothers Mr. Jacky (Bessie) Arnold of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Billy Arnold of Fayetteville Ga, grandchildren Brandon Harris, Ashley Bowden, John W. Harris, great grandchildren Gab Bowden, Beau Bowden, Hugh Harris.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday August 28, 2016 at 3:00 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 August 28, 2016 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Thomaston First United Methodist Church at P.O. Box 707 Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday, August 22, 2016
MR. DONNIE C. MORRIS
Mr. Donnie Chiptman Morris, age 74, of Thomaston, died Sunday, August 21, 2016, at Eternal Hope Hospice in Griffin.
Mr. Morris was born on August 2, 1942 in Americus GA, to the late Floyd and Vera Morris. He retired from Thomaston Mills as a Loom Fixer, and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Morris of Thomaston; daughter, Marsha Gassett of Thomaston; son, Kevin (Rita) Morris of Rockmart; brothers, Emory (Julie) Morris of Thomaston, Arthur Morris, and Edwin Morris both of Jacksonville FL; and 5 grandchildren.
Funeral services for Mr. Morris will be held on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at 11:00 AM at Shiloh Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 22, 2016 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.
Mr. Morris was born on August 2, 1942 in Americus GA, to the late Floyd and Vera Morris. He retired from Thomaston Mills as a Loom Fixer, and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Morris of Thomaston; daughter, Marsha Gassett of Thomaston; son, Kevin (Rita) Morris of Rockmart; brothers, Emory (Julie) Morris of Thomaston, Arthur Morris, and Edwin Morris both of Jacksonville FL; and 5 grandchildren.
Funeral services for Mr. Morris will be held on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at 11:00 AM at Shiloh Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 22, 2016 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.
Thursday, August 18, 2016
MRS. PATRICIA BROWN HEARD
Mrs. Patricia Brown Heard age 64 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday August 18, 2016 at her residence.
Mrs. Heard was born on January 14, 1952 in San Antonio Tx, to Ione Brown and the late Felix Felton Brown. She was formerly employed with the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute of Rehabilitation where she was the director of infection control. Mrs. Heard was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband Mr. John William Heard of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Jennifer (Jason) Looney of Daphne Al, sons Mr. William Jason Heard of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Michael Galen Heard of Corpus Christi Tx, mother Mrs. Ione Brown of Woodbury Ga, brothers Mr. Thomas Paul (Brenda) Fuller of Franklin Ga, Mr. Wendell F. Brown of Woodstock Ga, Mr. Mark Terry Brown of Lagrange Ga, sisters Mrs. Janice M. Fuller of Woodbury Ga, Mrs. Sandra (Phil) Williams of Pine Mountain Ga, Mrs. Susan Galban of Lagrange Ga, grandchildren Annalyn Looney, Logan Looney, Layton Michael Heard.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday August 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from Mountain View Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Meriwether Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday August 19, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.
Mrs. Heard was born on January 14, 1952 in San Antonio Tx, to Ione Brown and the late Felix Felton Brown. She was formerly employed with the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute of Rehabilitation where she was the director of infection control. Mrs. Heard was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband Mr. John William Heard of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Jennifer (Jason) Looney of Daphne Al, sons Mr. William Jason Heard of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Michael Galen Heard of Corpus Christi Tx, mother Mrs. Ione Brown of Woodbury Ga, brothers Mr. Thomas Paul (Brenda) Fuller of Franklin Ga, Mr. Wendell F. Brown of Woodstock Ga, Mr. Mark Terry Brown of Lagrange Ga, sisters Mrs. Janice M. Fuller of Woodbury Ga, Mrs. Sandra (Phil) Williams of Pine Mountain Ga, Mrs. Susan Galban of Lagrange Ga, grandchildren Annalyn Looney, Logan Looney, Layton Michael Heard.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday August 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from Mountain View Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Meriwether Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday August 19, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MR. DARREN NEAL STUBBS
MR.
DARREN NEAL STUBBS, AGE 46 OF 58 CARRIKER RD. IN THOMASTON
PASSED AWAY MONDAY, AUGUST 15TH AT URMC.
VISITATION
FOR MR. STUBBS WILL BE FRIDAY, AUGUST 19TH 3 TO 7PM AT
SPRINGFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH 6897 CREST HIGHWAY, MOLENA.
FUNERAL
SERVICE WILL BE SATURDAY, AUGUST 20TH AT 11AM AT ST.
MARY'S AME CHURCH AT 601 NORTH HIGHTOWER ST.
THE
BODY WILL LIE IN STATE AT THE CHURCH ONE HOUR PRIOR TO
THE SERVICE. INTERMENT IN CARRIKER CEMETERY. PASTOR C.W.
SHELTON WILL OFFICIATE.
BURDEN'S
FUNERAL HOME 9TH STREET IN GRIFFIN IN CHARGE OF
ARRANGEMENT
MRS. SHIRLEY HOLLOWAY
Mrs. Shirley Holloway age 79 of Thomaston Ga, died Wednesday August 17, 2016 at Providence Nursing Center. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later. Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
MRS. MARGARET JANE GERWIG STRAUSS
MRS.
MARGARET JANE GERWIG STRAUSS, AGE 97 OF THOMASTON, DIED
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17 AT HER HOME.
GRAVESIDE
FUNERAL SERVICES FOR MRS. STRAUSS WILL BE HELD FRIDAY,
AUGUST 19TH AT 11AM IN SOUTH VIEW CEMETERY. THE FAMILY
WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS AT FLETCHER-DAY FUNERAL HOME FRIDAY FROM
9;30 UNTIL 10;30AM.
FLETCHER-DAY
FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
Monday, August 15, 2016
MR. TIMOTHY CLARK SPIRES
Mr. Timothy Clark "Tim" Spires, 61, of Thomaston, died Monday, August 15th, 2016 at his home.
Funeral services for Mr. Spires will be held on Wednesday, August 17th, 2016 at 2 pm at East Thomaston Baptist Church. Rev. Joey Smith will officiate and burial will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Spires was born in Upson County on July 22, 1955. He was a certified water plant operator and also earned a technical school certificate in welding. He had been employed at the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation in the maintenance division.
Mr. Spires was an avid runner and gardener. He was a member of the East Thomaston Baptist Church.
Mr. Spires is survived by his wife, Sandra P. Spires; his mother, Elizabeth Clark Spires of Thomaston; a son, Timothy "Timmy" James (Betty) Spires of Thomaston; two step-daughters, Geana (Rusty) Ellington of Thomaston and Michele Ard (Rick) Cayado of Macon; a step-son, Dusty (Jill) Starling of Thomaston; a sister, Sabra (Dennis) Truitt of Thomaston; three grandchildren, Luke James Spires, Shayla Elizabeth Spires and Timothy Lance Spires; and a great-grandchild, Naylee Spires.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomaston Gideons, P. O. Box 1034, Thomaston, GA 30286, or the East Thomaston Baptist Church Benevolent Fund, P. O. Box 329, Thomaston, GA 30286.
The family of Mr. Spires will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6 until 8 pm.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com
Funeral services for Mr. Spires will be held on Wednesday, August 17th, 2016 at 2 pm at East Thomaston Baptist Church. Rev. Joey Smith will officiate and burial will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Spires was born in Upson County on July 22, 1955. He was a certified water plant operator and also earned a technical school certificate in welding. He had been employed at the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation in the maintenance division.
Mr. Spires was an avid runner and gardener. He was a member of the East Thomaston Baptist Church.
Mr. Spires is survived by his wife, Sandra P. Spires; his mother, Elizabeth Clark Spires of Thomaston; a son, Timothy "Timmy" James (Betty) Spires of Thomaston; two step-daughters, Geana (Rusty) Ellington of Thomaston and Michele Ard (Rick) Cayado of Macon; a step-son, Dusty (Jill) Starling of Thomaston; a sister, Sabra (Dennis) Truitt of Thomaston; three grandchildren, Luke James Spires, Shayla Elizabeth Spires and Timothy Lance Spires; and a great-grandchild, Naylee Spires.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomaston Gideons, P. O. Box 1034, Thomaston, GA 30286, or the East Thomaston Baptist Church Benevolent Fund, P. O. Box 329, Thomaston, GA 30286.
The family of Mr. Spires will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Tuesday from 6 until 8 pm.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com
MRS. PATSY JAMES MCLEMORE
Mrs. Patsy James McLemore age 73 of Thomaston Ga, died Monday August 15, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. McLemore was born on March 7, 1943 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Carl and Louise Eubanks James. She worked for the William Carter Company for many years.
Survivors include her husband Mr. Maynard McLemore of Thomaston Ga, daughters Mrs. Sandy (Tommy Teal) Ard of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Pam Teal of Atlanta Ga, brother Mr. Bruce (Janis) James of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Eleanore Bellcher of Thomaston Ga, 5 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren.
Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday August 17, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday August 17, 2016 from 12-2 p.m.
Mrs. McLemore was born on March 7, 1943 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Carl and Louise Eubanks James. She worked for the William Carter Company for many years.
Survivors include her husband Mr. Maynard McLemore of Thomaston Ga, daughters Mrs. Sandy (Tommy Teal) Ard of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Pam Teal of Atlanta Ga, brother Mr. Bruce (Janis) James of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Eleanore Bellcher of Thomaston Ga, 5 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren.
Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday August 17, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday August 17, 2016 from 12-2 p.m.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MR. JACKIE GLENN FORD
Mr. Jackie Glenn Ford age 78 of The Rock Ga, died Saturday August 13, 2016 at Upson Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Ford was born on May 14, 1938 in Hogansville Ga, to the late Clarence and Ruby Irene Ford. He worked as a truck driver for many years. Mr. Ford served his country in the U.S. Army in the 101st Airborne. He was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church, Morning Star Lodge #27 F & A.M. and the Flint River Daylight lodge.
Survivors include his wife Mrs. Patricia "Patty" Walker Ford of The Rock Ga, daughter Mrs. Tina Ford Williamson of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. Jeffery Glenn Ford of Thomaston Ga, Mr. James E. Cheek III of Macon Ga, Mr. Timothy Scott Cole of Peachtree City Ga, brothers Mr. Jimmy (Carol) Ford of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Charles Ford of St. Petersburg Fl, sisters Mrs. Charlene Hamm of Baxley Ga, Mrs. Rhonda Taylor of Vidalia Ga, 9 Grandchildren 4 Great Grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday August 16, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from Clark's Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday August 15, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family would like Gideon Bibles placed in Mr. Ford's memory.
Mr. Ford was born on May 14, 1938 in Hogansville Ga, to the late Clarence and Ruby Irene Ford. He worked as a truck driver for many years. Mr. Ford served his country in the U.S. Army in the 101st Airborne. He was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church, Morning Star Lodge #27 F & A.M. and the Flint River Daylight lodge.
Survivors include his wife Mrs. Patricia "Patty" Walker Ford of The Rock Ga, daughter Mrs. Tina Ford Williamson of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. Jeffery Glenn Ford of Thomaston Ga, Mr. James E. Cheek III of Macon Ga, Mr. Timothy Scott Cole of Peachtree City Ga, brothers Mr. Jimmy (Carol) Ford of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Charles Ford of St. Petersburg Fl, sisters Mrs. Charlene Hamm of Baxley Ga, Mrs. Rhonda Taylor of Vidalia Ga, 9 Grandchildren 4 Great Grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday August 16, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from Clark's Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday August 15, 2016 from 5-7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family would like Gideon Bibles placed in Mr. Ford's memory.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MR. JOHN WILL BLOUNT JR.
Mr. John Will Blount Jr. age 74 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday August 12, 2016 at Brightmoor Hopsice.
Mr. Blount was born on March 9, 1942 in Thomaston Ga, to the late John Will Blount Sr, and Jeneva Kelly Blount. He was formerly employed with Thomaston Mills Peerless Division where he worked as a supervisor in the spinning room. Mr. Blount was a member of Pritchett Memorial Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife and mother of his children, Brenda Phillips Blount and sister Martha Ann Blount.
Survivors include his sons Mr. Stan Blount of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Bill (Gina) Blount of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Russell (Toiee) Blount of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Marc (Brandie) Blount of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Barbara (Walt) Miles of Ia, Mrs. Clara (Phil) Fuentes of Tx, Mrs. Frankie (Ronnie) Huckaby of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Becky Clark of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Betty (Pete) Fleming of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Anthony (Katie) Blount of Sharpsburg Ga, Amy (Matt) Lord of Thomaston Ga, Tyler Blount of Thomaston Ga, Brandon Blount of Thomaston Ga, Jennifer Blount of Thomaston Ga, Kelly Blount of Thomaston Ga, Marcus Blount of Thomaston Ga.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday August 15, 2016 at 4:00 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 Monday August 15, 2016 from 2-4 p.m.
Mr. Blount was born on March 9, 1942 in Thomaston Ga, to the late John Will Blount Sr, and Jeneva Kelly Blount. He was formerly employed with Thomaston Mills Peerless Division where he worked as a supervisor in the spinning room. Mr. Blount was a member of Pritchett Memorial Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife and mother of his children, Brenda Phillips Blount and sister Martha Ann Blount.
Survivors include his sons Mr. Stan Blount of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Bill (Gina) Blount of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Russell (Toiee) Blount of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Marc (Brandie) Blount of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Barbara (Walt) Miles of Ia, Mrs. Clara (Phil) Fuentes of Tx, Mrs. Frankie (Ronnie) Huckaby of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Becky Clark of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Betty (Pete) Fleming of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Anthony (Katie) Blount of Sharpsburg Ga, Amy (Matt) Lord of Thomaston Ga, Tyler Blount of Thomaston Ga, Brandon Blount of Thomaston Ga, Jennifer Blount of Thomaston Ga, Kelly Blount of Thomaston Ga, Marcus Blount of Thomaston Ga.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday August 15, 2016 at 4:00 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 Monday August 15, 2016 from 2-4 p.m.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, August 11, 2016
MR. GARY COOPER HELMS
Mr. Gary Cooper "Bunk" Helms age 80 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday August 11, 2016 at his residence.
Mr. Helms was born on March 8, 1936 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Rufus and Mildred Dickerson Helms. He was formerly employed with Yamaha where he worked as a truck driver for many years. Mr. Helms was preceded in death by his sister Doris Perkins.
Survivors include his sons Mr. Craig (Alisa) Helms of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Brian (Cassie) Helms of Barnesville Ga, Mr. Eric Helms of Thomaston Ga, brothers Mr. Harry Helms of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Donald (Jeanette) Helms of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Doyle (Marlene) Helms of Cochran Ga, sister Mrs. Shirley Chambley of Thomaston Ga, 10 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday August 14, 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 August 13, 2016 from 6-8 p.m.
Mr. Helms was born on March 8, 1936 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Rufus and Mildred Dickerson Helms. He was formerly employed with Yamaha where he worked as a truck driver for many years. Mr. Helms was preceded in death by his sister Doris Perkins.
Survivors include his sons Mr. Craig (Alisa) Helms of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Brian (Cassie) Helms of Barnesville Ga, Mr. Eric Helms of Thomaston Ga, brothers Mr. Harry Helms of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Donald (Jeanette) Helms of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Doyle (Marlene) Helms of Cochran Ga, sister Mrs. Shirley Chambley of Thomaston Ga, 10 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday August 14, 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 August 13, 2016 from 6-8 p.m.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!
MRS. CHERYL LEE COGGINS PEACOCK
Mrs. Cheryl Lee Coggins Peacock age 70 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday August 11, 2016 at Brightmoor Hospice.
Mrs. Peacock was born on July 9, 1946 in Thomaston Ga, to Georgia Clay Coggins and the late Walter Lamar Coggins. She was formerly employed with Avon where she worked as district manager. Mrs. Peacock was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband Mr. Don Peacock of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Kimberly (Clay) Nesmith of Myrtle Beach S.C, son Mr. Eric (Amy) Peacock of Thomaston Ga, mother Mrs. Georgia Coggins of Thomaston Ga, brother Mr. Timothy (Donna) Coggins of Oakboro N.C, sister Mrs. Kay (Jimmy) Parrott of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Cole Nesmith, John Michael Peacock, Brayden Peacock, Nathan Peacock, Khloe Peacock.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Mountain View Baptist Church at 2569 Jeff Davis Rd. Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Mrs. Peacock was born on July 9, 1946 in Thomaston Ga, to Georgia Clay Coggins and the late Walter Lamar Coggins. She was formerly employed with Avon where she worked as district manager. Mrs. Peacock was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband Mr. Don Peacock of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Kimberly (Clay) Nesmith of Myrtle Beach S.C, son Mr. Eric (Amy) Peacock of Thomaston Ga, mother Mrs. Georgia Coggins of Thomaston Ga, brother Mr. Timothy (Donna) Coggins of Oakboro N.C, sister Mrs. Kay (Jimmy) Parrott of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Cole Nesmith, John Michael Peacock, Brayden Peacock, Nathan Peacock, Khloe Peacock.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Mountain View Baptist Church at 2569 Jeff Davis Rd. Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday August 13, 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 Friday August 12, 2016 from 4-6 p.m.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday, August 8, 2016
MRS. DONNIE T. BRADDY
Mrs. Donnie T. Braddy, 92, of Thomaston, died Monday, August 8th, 2016.
Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Braddy will be held on Tuesday, August 9th, 2016 at 2:00 PM in South View Cemetery with Dr. Rex King officiating.
Mrs. Braddy was born on September 16th, 1923 in Butler, a daughter of the late Eddie Lee and Della Mae Tucker. She was employed for many years as a spinner at Thomaston Mills.
She was a member of the East Thomaston Baptist Church.
Mrs. Braddy is survived by a daughter, Angie Albritton and two sons, Wayne (Connie) Braddy and Ronnie (Reba) Braddy, all of Thomaston; two sisters, Clara McCook of Macon and Mildred Poteat of Columbus; a brother, Boyd Tucker of Butler; three grandsons and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hardy Jackson Braddy.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com
Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Braddy will be held on Tuesday, August 9th, 2016 at 2:00 PM in South View Cemetery with Dr. Rex King officiating.
Mrs. Braddy was born on September 16th, 1923 in Butler, a daughter of the late Eddie Lee and Della Mae Tucker. She was employed for many years as a spinner at Thomaston Mills.
She was a member of the East Thomaston Baptist Church.
Mrs. Braddy is survived by a daughter, Angie Albritton and two sons, Wayne (Connie) Braddy and Ronnie (Reba) Braddy, all of Thomaston; two sisters, Clara McCook of Macon and Mildred Poteat of Columbus; a brother, Boyd Tucker of Butler; three grandsons and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hardy Jackson Braddy.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com
Thursday, August 4, 2016
MR. ALVA EDWIN ED DENHAM
Mr. Alva Edwin "Ed" Denham age 81 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday August 4, 2016 at his residence.
Mr. Denham was born on May 26, 1935 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Hoyle and Louise Waller Denham. He was formerly employed with Flint River Technical College where he worked as an electronics instructor for 25 years. He was was a life time member of Fellowship Baptist Church where he served as Deacon and Treasurer and later attended New Hope Baptist Church. Mr. Denham was a member of The East Thomaston Masonic Lodge. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean and Vietnam wars. Mr. Denham was preceded in death by his sister Ophelia Wright, grandchildren Caleb Wiggins, Jarred Denham.
Survivors include his wife Mrs. Elaine Birdsong Denham of Thomaston Ga,, son Mr. Merrel (Sheila) Denham of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Travis Denham, Kaitlin (Brandon) Weeks , Lanie Wiggins, great grandchildren Peyton Weeks, Garrett Weeks.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday August 7, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday August 7, 2016 from 1-2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the local cancer car c/o Mr. Carey Pitts at 300 Upson Ave. Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Mr. Denham was born on May 26, 1935 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Hoyle and Louise Waller Denham. He was formerly employed with Flint River Technical College where he worked as an electronics instructor for 25 years. He was was a life time member of Fellowship Baptist Church where he served as Deacon and Treasurer and later attended New Hope Baptist Church. Mr. Denham was a member of The East Thomaston Masonic Lodge. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean and Vietnam wars. Mr. Denham was preceded in death by his sister Ophelia Wright, grandchildren Caleb Wiggins, Jarred Denham.
Survivors include his wife Mrs. Elaine Birdsong Denham of Thomaston Ga,, son Mr. Merrel (Sheila) Denham of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Travis Denham, Kaitlin (Brandon) Weeks , Lanie Wiggins, great grandchildren Peyton Weeks, Garrett Weeks.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday August 7, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday August 7, 2016 from 1-2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the local cancer car c/o Mr. Carey Pitts at 300 Upson Ave. Thomaston Ga. 30286.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MS. LINDA FAYE ROYAL
Ms. Linda Faye Royal, age 69, of Thomaston, died Thursday, August 4, 2016, at Providence Health and Rehab Center.
Ms. Royal was born January 16, 1947, in Screven County GA. to the late Robert Green and Minnie Lee Royal.
She is survived by her sisters, Yvonne Stephens, Carol (Jarrell) Roberson, and Lane Royal, all of Thomaston; sister-in-law, Lyndia Royal of Thomaston; brother, Jarrett Rusty (Jeanell) Royal of Meansville; and her beloved dog, Rusty.
Funeral services for Ms. Royal will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2016, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 5, 2016, form 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.
Ms. Royal was born January 16, 1947, in Screven County GA. to the late Robert Green and Minnie Lee Royal.
She is survived by her sisters, Yvonne Stephens, Carol (Jarrell) Roberson, and Lane Royal, all of Thomaston; sister-in-law, Lyndia Royal of Thomaston; brother, Jarrett Rusty (Jeanell) Royal of Meansville; and her beloved dog, Rusty.
Funeral services for Ms. Royal will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2016, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 5, 2016, form 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.
MS. WILLIE LADORA WORTHY
MS.
WILLIE LADORA WORTHY, AGE 75, FORMERLY OF THOMASTON PASSED
AWAY JULY 30TH IN COLUMBUS. FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6TH AT 12 NOON AT THE GREATER MT. ZION
BAPTIST CHURCH. PASTOR CHARLES E. REEVES WILL OFFICIATE.
THE
FAMILY MAY BE CONTACTED AT THE HOME OF ELNORA LOCKHART AT
36 EDNA CIRCLE. BENTLEY'S FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
MR. JACKIE B BARFIELD
Mr. Jackie B. Barfield "Capt Jack", age 79, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, August 2, 2016, at Eternal Hope Hospice in Griffin.
Funeral services for Mr. Barfield will be held on Thursday, August 4, 2016, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.
Mr. Barfield was born on July 24, 1937 in Thomaston to the late Bennett & Mary Elizabeth Barfield of Zebulon, GA. He was preceded in his death by his brothers Joe (Rachel)Barfield of Concord, Georgia and Robert (Brenda) Barfield of Zebulon, Georgia.
He attended & graduated from Robert E. Lee Institute in Thomaston. He was an outstanding forward on the mighty Rebels basketball team while he attended high school. Shortly after high school he joined the United States Army National Guards where he served in the Mortar Platoon Sgt. He was employed with Thomaston Mills where in retired after 40 plus years of service.
Mr. Barfield was noted as being “Coach” where he coached 10 years The Winning Grasscutter Eagles on Matthews Field every Saturday. He was loved by his young players and respected by them even today. Of course gardening, fishing, nascar and football was his favorite things to do. Of course there was never a night the Friday Night Lights came on at Matthews Field, he and all his fellow coaches were not holding up the top railing while the Rebels took another victory. He was a proud Rebel and Rebel supporter. He also was a member of Kings Chapel Baptist Church of Thomaston.
He is survived by his wife Diane Barfield of Thomaston, son Tracy (Lisa) Barfield of Thomaston, daughter Jacklyn (Ricky) Lewis of Thomaston, grandchildren Jess (Ryan) Yopp of Thomaston, Cameron (Becca Bostwick) Barfield of Thomaston, John Dallas Barfield of Athens, GA. and a great granddaughter Caroline Lainely Yopp of Thomaston. He is also survived by five step children, Patricia (Jerry) Royal of Thomaston, David (Lynn) Cummings of Thomaston, Brenda (Lee) Bunn of Thomaston, Freddie Kilgo of Thomaston and Barbara Langford of Barnesville and grandchildren Mandy Green, Jason Shoemake, Steven Cummings, Maddie Cummings, Chrystal Hammock, Jonathon Dickson, Heather Kilgo and 13 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister Hazel (Robert) Hammock of Thomaston and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mr. Barfield will be held on Thursday, August 4, 2016, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.
The family would like to thank all who have supported them during a very hard time in their life and the Amazing Staff at Eternal Hope Hospice, where he was treated, cared for and loved by all who walked into his room.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
MR. ANTOINE MARQUEZ ATWATER
MR.
ANTOINE MARQUEZ ATWATER, AGE 31 OF 736 STEVENS STREET IN
THOMASTON PASSED AWAY THURSDAY, JULY 28TH.
FUNERAL
SERVICES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, AUGUST 5TH AT 12 NOON AT
THE M.G. WORTHY MEMORIAL GYMNASIUM IN THE LINCOLN PARK
COMMUNITY. BENTLEY'S FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF ALL
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
Monday, August 1, 2016
MRS. JOAN CAROL HOWE
Mrs. Joan Carol Howe, age 78, of Thomaston, died Monday, August 1, 2016, at Providence Health and Rehab Center.
Mrs. Howe was born February 17, 1938, in La Grande OR, to the late Franklin E. and Marie Blackman Howe. She was an Inspector for a lawn mower factory, and member of the Thomaston Church of God.
Survivors are her daughters, Penny (Kenneth) Sorrells and Debora (Donnie) Womble, both of Thomaston; sister, Betty Vezanni of Winder; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services for Mrs. Howe will be announced later by Coggins Funeral Home.
Mrs. Howe was born February 17, 1938, in La Grande OR, to the late Franklin E. and Marie Blackman Howe. She was an Inspector for a lawn mower factory, and member of the Thomaston Church of God.
Survivors are her daughters, Penny (Kenneth) Sorrells and Debora (Donnie) Womble, both of Thomaston; sister, Betty Vezanni of Winder; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services for Mrs. Howe will be announced later by Coggins Funeral Home.
MR. RICKY JOE MCKINLEY
Mr. Rickey Joe McKinley age 57 of Thomaston Ga, died Saturday July 30, 2016 at Eternal Hope Hospice.
Mr. McKinley was born on September 15, 1958 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Oscar and Bessie Boyt McKinley. He worked as a heavy equipment operator.
Survivors include his companion Lynn Tanksley of Thomaston Ga, son Ben (Jennifer) McKinley of Thomaston Ga, brother Donnie McKinley of Milner Ga, sisters Linda Hoyal of Molena Ga, Vicky Griffin of Thomaston Ga, Tammy McKinley of Thomaston Ga, Mary Watson of Thomaston Ga, 4 Grandchildren.
Graveside Services will be held on Monday August 1, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery.
Mr. McKinley was born on September 15, 1958 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Oscar and Bessie Boyt McKinley. He worked as a heavy equipment operator.
Survivors include his companion Lynn Tanksley of Thomaston Ga, son Ben (Jennifer) McKinley of Thomaston Ga, brother Donnie McKinley of Milner Ga, sisters Linda Hoyal of Molena Ga, Vicky Griffin of Thomaston Ga, Tammy McKinley of Thomaston Ga, Mary Watson of Thomaston Ga, 4 Grandchildren.
Graveside Services will be held on Monday August 1, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery.
Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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