MRS. LOUISE FERRELL HUGULEY

Mrs. Louise Ferrell Huguley, 94, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, November
29th, 2017 at Riverside Health and Rehab. 

Funeral services for Mrs. Huguley will be held on Friday, December 1st, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Thomaston with Rev. Bill Barber officiating. A private entombment will follow in the Upson Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. 

The family of Mrs. Huguley will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Thursday from 5 until 6:00 PM. 

Mrs. Huguley was born in Cardova, AL, on March 2nd, 1923. She was a graduate of R. E. Lee High School and was a well-known seamstress who worked out of her home. Mrs. Huguley was a member of the First Baptist Church and kept the newborn nursery for over 25 years. 

Mrs. Huguley is survived by two daughters, Denise (Tim) Lewis and Mary Elva Bucy, both of
Thomaston; a son, T. R. "Dick" Huguley of Carrollton; two granddaughters, Kelli (Jordan) Lewis Daniels of Forsyth and Mary Katelyn Lewis of Atlanta; and two great-granddaughters whom she adored, Ella Kate and Reece Sullivan Daniels. 

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com

MR. ADOLPHUS "DOC" EUGENE BAILEY

Mr. Adolphus "Doc" Eugene Bailey, 85, of Thomaston, died Friday, November 24, 2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Funeral Services will be held Sunday, November 26, 2017, at Shiloh Baptist Church, at 2:00 PM. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2017, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral home. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomaston Upson Arts Council, P.O. box 211 Thomaston, GA. 30286.

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com

Mrs. Ruth Evans Hammond

Mrs. Ruth Evans Hammond, age 101, of Thomaston GA, died Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at Riverside Health & Rehab.

Mrs. Hammond was born April 27, 1916, in Heflin AL, to the late Parson T. and Cordelia Ann Evans. She worked for B.F. Goodrich's Martha Mills in the Spinning Room for 35 years, then was a nurse for 20 years, and was a member of the Silvertown Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Marcus Leroy Hammond. Survivors are her daughters, Nancy (Charles) Hammond Meeks of Lithonia GA, and Cordelia Ann Jackson of Alpharetta GA; son, Benjamin L. (Coleeta V.) Hammond of Birmingham AL; sister, Grace Gaskill; 5 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mrs. Hammond will be held on Monday, November 27, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Silvertown Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday, November 27, 2017, form 1:00 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

MR. JAMES ERNEST "JIMMY" BUTTS

Mr. James Ernest "Jimmy" Butts, 74, of Thomaston, died Friday, November 17,
2017, at Molena Nursing Home. Funeral services will be held Sunday,
November 19, at 3:00 PM, at The Gathering. Interment will follow in
Friendship Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church
on Sunday afternoon from 2:00 until the funeral hour. Fletcher-Day Funeral
Home is in charge of all arrangements.

TERESA DAWN HILLEY

Teresa Dawn Hilley, age 38, of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Miss Hilley was born October 27, 1979, in Upson County to Larry and Elaine Hilley Jr. She was of the Baptist Faith.

She is survived by her parents, Larry and Elaine Hilley Jr of Thomaston; son, Walter E. Standard Jr of Thomaston; and grandmother, Winfried Standard of Thomaston. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Larry and Thelma Hilley Sr.

Funeral services for Miss Hilley will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2017, 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 Thursday, November 16, 2017, from 2:00 - 3:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Upson Humane Society, P.O. Box 1152, Thomaston GA 30286.

 

 

MRS. CLARA MAE BUCHANAN

Mrs. Clara Mae Buchanan age 88, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, November 14,
2017 at her residence.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Fletcher-Day Funeral Home.

MR. DONALD L. CORLEY

Mr. Donald L. Corley, age 79, of Thomaston, died Sunday, November 12, 2017.
Funeral services for Mr. Corley will be held Thursday, November 16, 2017, at
10:00 AM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Burial will follow in
South View Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening,
November 15, from 5 until 7 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MRS. LINDA DIANE ELLINGTON

Mrs. Linda Diane Ellington, age 73, of Thomaston, died Monday, November 13, 2017 at her residence.

Mrs. Ellington was born January 17, 1944 in Thomaston to the late William and Utha Shumate. She retired from the William Carter Company, and was a member of the Thomaston First Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Harvey Ellington; daughter, Julie (Chuck) Harris of Thomaston; aunt, Christine Bailey of Thomaston; grandson, Will Harris; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her sister, Genelle Stubbs.

Graveside services for Mrs. Ellington will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at 2:00 PM at Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, from 12:30 - 2:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Upson Cancer Car, c/o Cary Pitts, 300 Upson Ave, Thomaston GA 30286; or The First Baptist Church, Pass The Salt Ministry, 208 S. Church St Thomaston GA 30286.

 

 

MRS. MARIE B. FERGUSON

Mrs. Marie B. Ferguson, age 93, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, November 8,
2017, at Upson Regional Medical Center. Funeral services for Mrs. Ferguson
will be held Saturday, November 11, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. The
family will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Saturday
afternoon from 1 until 2 PM. Those desiring may make memorial contributions
to Thomaston Hospice, 512 S. Center St., Thomaston, GA 30286. or to the
charity of the donor's choice.

WANDA GRACE MCKINNEY AUSTIN

Wanda Grace McKinney Austin age 87 left this earth on November 9, 2017 at the home of her daughter, Kay, in Northport, Alabama. Wanda was born August 14, 1930, in Greenville, Texas to Claude and Zula McKinney. Wanda grew up in the community of Wieland, Texas and attended schools in Lone Oak and Greenville.   After High School Wanda attended and graduated from Draughons Business College in Dallas, Texas.

 Wanda was proceeded in death by her daughter, Gilda; her parents and all three of her brothers; Weldon, Wayne, and Wilburn McKinney. Also proceeding her in Death was her husband, Kenneth J. Austin.

 Left to carry on the family traditions and legacy are her four children; Gail Butler (Homer “Sonny”), Ken Austin, Jr. (Cindy), Susan Wilson (Odie) and Kay Day (Charles). In addition she leaves 4 grandchildren, Katie (Phillip), Melissa (Mike), Jenna (Gene) , and Odie IV and 5 great grandchildren, Kailee, Karoline, Kaden, Makenzie, Caden, Colton, King, and Jessie . Plus numerous nephews and nieces and a host of friends.

 Wanda and Ken relocated numerous times while raising their family. The journey began in Dallas and Wolfe City, Texas and ended in Georgia. Before our Mother’s final move to her daughter’s home in Northport, she had many fun filled days at Pine Valley Retirement Community in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.   One of her happiest moments was being elected QUEEN in 2014!

 A member of St. Mark United Methodist Church, Wanda’s service will be handled by Coggins Funeral Home of Thomaston, Ga. She will be laid to rest beside her husband in a private memorial service at Southview Cemetary in Thomaston GA. The family will receive friends aon Saturday, November 11, 2017 form 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Coggins Funeral Hiome.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you honor our mother with a donation to the Charity or Church of Your Choice or the Saint Mark United Methodist Church, CHOIR FUND, 1421 Mcfarland Blvd, Northport, Al 35476.

MR. WILBUR FRANKLIN PURVIS

Mr. Wilbur Franklin Purvis, 80, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, November 7, at
his residence. Visitation will be held Friday evening, November 10, from
6:00 until 8:00 PM, at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home
is in charge of all arrangements.

MR. RONALD DEAN YOPP

Mr. Ronald Dean Yopp, age 71, of Thomaston, died Monday, November 6, 2017 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon.

Mr. Yopp was born on May 30, 1946 in Macon Ga, to the late Samuel Yopp and the late Ruth Haxton Yopp. He was formerly employed with Upson EMS where he worked as a paramedic for many years. Mr. Yopp served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was preceded in death by his brother Michael Yopp.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Robin Yopp of Thomaston Ga, son Mr. Ryan (Jess) Yopp of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Cherie Yopp, grandchild Caroline Yopp.

Graveside Services will be held on Thursday November 9, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Wednesday November 8, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

 

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

MRS. ANNIE HOPE FENDER

Mrs. Annie Hope Fender, age 83, died Sunday, November 5, 2017, at her residence. 

Mrs. Fender was born May 28, 1934, in Peach County to the late Sam and Leola Daniel. She retired from the Thomaston Mills Spinning Room and was of the Baptist faith.

She is preceded in death by her husband, William Claxton Fender; and daughter, Mary Jo Bates. Survivors are her sons, Johnny (Tina) Fender of Sharpsburg Ga, and Jimmy (Sandra) Fender of Thomaston; grandchildren, Jeff (Dale) Bates, and Chris (Holly) Bates; great-grandchildren, Destiney (Chris) Wheeler, Constance Bates, Damian Bates, Madison Bates, and Courtney Bates; and great-great-grandchild, Temperance Wheeler.

Funeral Arrangements for Mrs. Fender will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2017, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 10, 2017, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.

THOMAS A. PARKERSON

Mr. Thomas A. Parkerson age 77 of Hampton Ga, died Thursday November 2, 2017 at Brightmoor Hospice. 

Mr. Parkerson was born on May 9, 1940 in Thomaston Ga, to the late G.W. Parkerson and the late Chessie Mae Hester Parkerson. He was employed with the United States Postal Service for 35 years until his retirement. Mr. Parkerson Served his country in the U.S. Army as a sharp shooter. He was of the Baptist Faith. 

Survivors include his son Mr. Russell Lee Parkerson of Thomaston Ga, step son Mr. Tommy (Brenda) Woodall of Molena Ga, sister Mrs. Pat Parkerson of Thomaston Ga, grandchild Autumn Parkerson, special pets "Little Fella" and "Max".

Graveside Services will be held on Monday November 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday November 6, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations maybe made to the Wounded Warrior Project at PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas.

 

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

MR. JAMES EDWARD MOCK

Mr. James Edward Mock age 66 of Yatesville Ga, died Saturday November 4, 2017 at Providence Health and Rehab. 

Mr. Mock was born on December 25, 1951 in Alma Ga, to the late Bernice Mock and the late Juanita Pipkin Mock. He worked as a master plumber. Mr. Mock served his country in the U.S. Navy.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Sandra Mock of Yatesville Ga, daughters Mrs. Angel (Todd) Hanely of Fayetteville Ga, Mrs. Shannon (Dean) Pinnell of Macon Ga, Mrs. Melissa Garner of Macon Ga, son Mr. Johnny (Marie)  Stagg of Thomaston Ga, sister Mrs. Debra Jenkins, sister in law Mrs. Martha Woody, 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday November 7, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Monday November 6, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

 

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