MRS. JULIETTE HIGHTOWER

Mrs. Juliette (Lambries Grievell Wolfe) Hightower, age 59, of Thomaston, GA,
died Thursday, March 29, at her residence. Memorial services for Mrs.
Hightower will be held Monday, April 2, at 2:00 PM, in the First United
Methodist Church of Thomaston. Interment will follow in South View
Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday in the church's fellowship
hall from 12:00 until the funeral hour. Those desiring may make memorial
contributions to St. Mary's AME Church, 605 N. Hightower St., Thomaston, GA
30286. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. 

MRS. DOROTHY LOUISE HOWARD

Mrs. Dorothy Louise Howard, age 81, of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday, March 29, 2018, at Brightmoor Hospice. 

Mrs. Howard was born on July 13, 1936 in King N.C., to the late J.H.Woodlieff and the late Beatrice Lawson Woodlieff. She worked as a lunch room attendant at Upson Lee South Elementary for many years. Mrs. Howard was a member of Pritchett Memorial Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Ed Howard, son Eddie Howard, daughters Donna Melton & Kelly Hoyal.

Survivors include her daughters Judy Bell of Thomaston Ga, Tonya Nettles of Thomaston Ga, brother Bobby Woodlieff, sister Pat Kilpatrick, sister in law Annie Ruth (Bob) Howard, 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren.
Funeral services for Mrs. Howard will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 12:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

 

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

MR. FREDRICK GOSMAN

Mr. Fredrick Gosman, age 74, of Thomaston, died Thursday, March 29, 2018, at Providence Health and Rehab Center.

Mr. Gosman was born September 24, 1943, in Port Huron MI, to the late Fredrick Henry and Rhea McClemmon Gosman.  He was a truck driver for Bosse Company and of the Methodist faith.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Tracy Gosman; sisters, Pricilla Snidera and Carolyn Van Dyke. Survivors are his life mate; Teresa Raybon; daughter, Jessica Gosman; son, Jerry Gosman; brother, Charles (Sue) Gosman; and grandchild, Audrey Chyenne Raybon.  

Memorial services for Mr. Gosman will be held at a later date.

 

 

 

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321 Hannahs Mill Road
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681

MR. DANNY JAY MELTON

Mr. Danny Jay Melton, 55, of Thomaston died March 23, 2018 at West Georgia Medical Center in La Grange, GA.

Funeral services will be Thursday March 29, 2018 11:00 AM at the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. 

He was employed with the GA Department of Transportation in the Road Maintenance Department and with Harper Tree Service. 

Mr. Melton was preceded in death by his parents James M. and Willie Joyce O'Neal Melton.

Survivors include his daughters, Tiffany Melton of Thomaston and Bethanie Melton Lowe of Thomaston,
brother, Randy Melton of Thomaston and a grandchild, Brantley Hayes of Thomaston.

The family will receive friends Wednesday March 28, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

Those desiring, may make memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.

You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts  with the family of Mr. Melton by visiting Coggins website at www.cogginsfuneralhome.com.

 

MRS. BETTY MARIE HOBBS

Mrs. Betty Marie Hobbs age 77 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday March 25, 2018 at her residence. 

Mrs. Hobbs was born on May 9, 1940 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Horace Manley Dean and the late Margie Irene Smith Dean. She worked as a Winder Operator for 32 years with Martha Mills and Westex. Mrs. Hobbs was a member of Clark's Chapel Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Mack Hobbs, daughter Regina Knight & son Robbie Hobbs.

Survivors include her grandchildren Niki (Grant) Kelly, Brianna Knight, great grandchild Jade Kelly.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday March 28, 2018 at 11:00 a.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 Wednesday March 28, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

 

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

MR. EMORY GIBSON "GIB" PERRY

Mr. Emory Gibson "Gib" Perry age 66 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday March 22, 2018 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. 

Mr. Perry was born on September 29, 1951 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Jack Perry and the late Betty Morroe Perry. He worked as an electrician for many years. Mr. Perry was of the Baptist faith and a member of Deer Trail Country Club where he enjoyed playing golf. He loved kids and loved seeing their faces at Christmas when he played "Santa".

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Cindy Wilkins Perry of Thomaston Ga, daughters Mrs. Heather (Britt) Davison of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Holly (Josh) Shelley of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Stephanie (Chad) Faulkner of Meansville Ga, Miss. Sara Perry of Thomaston Ga, brothers Mr. Ray (Karen) Perry of Milner Ga, Mr. David Perry of Thomaston Ga, sisters Mrs. Janie (Travis) Fuller of Athens Ga, Mrs. Debbie (Randall) Tucker of Thomaston Ga, father and mother in law Mr. Tom (Carole) Wilkins of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Bo (Lindsey Wilson) Davison, Hunter Mills, Karleigh Shelley, Remington Mills, Mackenzie Faulkner, Jayson Shelley, Marina Shelley, Paxton Faulkner,

Funeral Services will be held on Monday March 26, 2018 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 March 25, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

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

 

 

 

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321 Hannahs Mill Road
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681

MR. CHESTER EDWARD YOUNG COMPLETE ARRANGEMENTS

Mr. Chester Edward Young age 64 of Yatesville Ga, died Thursday March 22, 2018 at his residence.

Mr. Young was born on July 3, 1953 in Upson County Ga, to  James Edward Young and Hazel Bridges Young. He owned and operated Silvertown Pharmacy for many years. Mr. Young was a member of Kings Chapel Baptist Church.

Survivors include his parents Mr. James Edward (Hazel) Young of Yatesville Ga, sister Mrs. Kitty Young (Steve) Kendrick of Yatesville Ga, aunts and uncles Mrs. Bonnie Corley, Mrs. Linda Mathis, Mr. Phillip (Debra) Young, Mrs. Nancy (Keith) Harrison, Mrs. Barbara Young, niece and nephew Jami Ellington (Shane) Samples, Josh (Sarah) Ellington, great nephews Seth Samples, Luke Samples.

Memorial Services will be held on Friday March 23, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday March 23, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 

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

 

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321 Hannahs Mill Road
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681

MRS. LORI L. PASSMORE

Mrs. Lori L. Passmore, age 53, of Yatesville Ga, died Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital. 

Mrs. Passmore was born November 30, 1964, in Upson County, to Frank Lynn Bates and the late Peggy Beverly Corley. She was a nurse for many years at local hospitals and member of the Thomaston First Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband, James "Jimmy" Passmore of Yatesville; daughters, Samantha Ellington of Atlanta, and Danielle (Graham) Bearden of Jackson; sons, Rick (Megan) Ellington of Zebulon, and Randy (Samantha) Passmore of Richmond Hill GA; father and step-mom, Frank Lynn (Linda) Bates of Yatesville; brothers, Mike Bates of Yatesville, and Todd (Linda Chambers) Bates of Thomaston; grandchildren, Trevor Ellington, Emily Grace Ellington, Jack Bearden, and James Bearden.

Memorial services for Mrs. Passmore will be held on Friday, March 23, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the Yatesville Baptist Church. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 22, 2018, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at their home, 212 Childs Ave, Yatesville Ga 31097.

 

 

 

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MR. BILLY M. ELLIOTT SR.

Mr. Billy M. Elliott, Sr. 83 of Thomaston died March 18, 2018 at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin, GA.

Funeral services will be Wednesday March 21, 2018  2:00 PM at the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens Cemetery with military honors.

Born December 7, 1934 in Thomaston, GA to the late Leland and Bobbie Holland Elliott.

Mr. Elliott attended Flint River Technical school and graduated from Gordon Military College. He also served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Elliott worked in the mills of Thomaston before opening Elliott Plumbing Company which he owned and operated for 30 plus years. He was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Ann Elliott of Thomaston, daughter, Michelle Weaver and her husband Dennis of Meansville, three sons, Billy Elliott, Jr. and his wife Diane of Thomaston, Cody Adams and his wife Heather of Thomaston and Gary Royal and his wife Wendy of Thomaston, sisters, Ann Parrott of Thomaston and Linda Jenkins and her husband Frank of Thomaston, nine grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Tuesday March 20, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

Those desiring, please make memorials to Brightmoor Hospice 3247 Newnan Rd. Griffin, GA 30233.

You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts with the family of Mr. Elliott by visiting Coggins website at www.cogginsfuneralhome.com.

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321 Hannahs Mill Rd.
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681
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MR. CHARLES EUGENE FULLER

Mr. Charles Eugene Fuller, age 87, of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday, March 11, 2018, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Mr. Fuller, was born January 27, 1931, in Meriwether County to the late Charlie and Eunice Fuller. He retired from the Georgia Department of Transportation with 30 years of service. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Coast Guard.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Rosa Swells Fuller; daughters, Debra Jean Fuller and Irene Harrison; and son, Bud Swails. Survivors are his daughters, Carla Gayle Hatcher, and Darlette Swails; sons, Michael Ellis (Del) Fuller and Kevin Swails; sister-in-law, Linda Bunn; 13 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren.

Graveside services for Mr. Fuller will be held on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 2:00 pm in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

 

 

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Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-968

PASTOR JOHN SANDERS , LEXINGTON, S.C.

PASTOR JOHN SANDERS, AGE 82 DIED SUNDAY IN LEXINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE HIS WIFE CHARLOTTE PIPER SANDERS AND THREE CHILDREN. REV. SANDERS IS THE BROTHER-IN-LAW OF WTGA'S DAVE PIPER.

FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE WEDNESDAY 10AM AT THE WEST COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE . VISITATION WILL BE AT 9AM PRIOR TO THE SERVICE.

PASTOR SANDERS , RETIRED FROM THE U.S. AIR FORCE, WILL BE BURIED WITH FULL MILITARY HONORS AT THE NATIONAL CEMETERY AT FT. JACKSON, SOUTH CAROLINA.  

MR. WILLIAM WESLEY HOLSTON III

Mr. William Wesley "Wes" Holston, III, 50 of Thomaston died March 9, 2018 at Upson Regional Hospital.

A Memorial service will be Sunday March 11, 2018 3:00 PM at The Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.

The Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at Coggins Funeral Home.

Born in Wurzburg, Germany on June 9, 1967 to William Wesley and Brenda Carmichael Holston, Jr.

He graduated from McIntosh High School in Peachtree City and received his bachelors degree from Mercer University in Macon. He served in the United States Army and was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.

Survivors include his parents, two daughters, Kylie Grace Howard of Canton and Jamie Elaine Holston of Thomaston, his best friend, James Hardy of Smyrna, GA , brother, Richard Anthony Grey Holston and his fiancé Hayley Tyler of Thomaston, sister, Holly Lane Huynh and her husband Cam of Thomaston, aunt, Virginia Carmichael of Thomaston, nephews, Cameron Grey Huynh and Bailey Van Huynh, cousins, Faye Smoot, Becky Ellington and Lewis Carmichael all of Thomaston.

You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts with the family of Wes Holston by visiting Coggins website at www.cogginsfuneralhome.com.

 

 

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321 Hannahs Mill Road
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681

MR. RANDY JACK STATHAM

Mr. Randy Jack Statham, Jr. 71 of Thomaston, GA died March 6, 2018 at his residence.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mr. Statham was born November 7, 1946 in Manchester, GA to the late Thomas Andrew and Bernice Ezma Statham. He retired from Thomaston Mills and was of the Baptist faith.

He was married to the love of his life Rebecca Mae Green Statham who died  January 3, 2018.

Survivors include his son, Randy Statham and his wife Ashley Leanne of Missouri, step-daughter, April Wall and her husband Todd of Thomaston, grandchildren, Dylan Collins, Alia Collins, Cooper Wall, Thomas Andrew Statham, Matthew James Statham and Owin Paul Statham.

Those desiring, please make memorials to Coggins Funeral Home 321 Hannah's Mill Rd. Thomaston, GA 32086.

You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts with the

family of Randy Statham by visiting Coggins website at www.cogginsfuneralhome.com.

MR. CHARLES EDWARD SHIRAH

Mr. Charles Edward Shirah, age 85, of Thomaston GA, died Monday, March 5, 2018, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Shirah, was born January 17, 1933, in Mitchell County GA, to the late George Emory and Coreen Harmen Shirah Allen. He was a farmer and foreman for the Ford Motor Company. 

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Newton.  Survivors are his wife, Antoinette "Toni" Shirah of Thomaston; daughter, Diane (Terry) Bloodworth of Thomaston; sons, Ferrell (Pam) Shirah of Tyrone GA and Scott (Becky) Shirah of Hopeful GA; sister, Annette Sullivan; grandchildren, Heather Shirah, Justin Shirah, Landria Alegria, Autumn Shirah, Aubrey Harper, Janann Abernathy, Meagan Hill, and Bray Hill; great-grandchildren, Charlie Harper, Samuel Harper, Tyler Abernathy, Cayden Abernathy, and Dylan Shirah; and great-great-grandchild, Kahner Abernathy.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorial donations be made to The Church Gathering, 456 Hannahs Mill Rd, Thomaston GA 30286. 

Funeral services for Mr. Shirah will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at 2:00 PM at The Gathering Church. Interment will be held later in Hopeful GA.

 

 

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321 Hannahs Mill Road
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681

JAMES F. ALSOBROOK JR.

Mr. James F. "Jimmy" Alsobrook, Jr. 62 of Meansville Died March 3, 2018 at his residence.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday March 6, 2018 2:00 PM at  the chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery.

Mr. Alsobrook was born July 9, 1956 in Upson Co., GA to the late James F. and Beatrice Speer Alsobrook, Sr. 

He was retired with 20 yrs. of service with the Georgia Co-Op for the Blind in Atlanta  and retired with 8 yrs. of service with Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, GA

Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Alsobrook of Meansville, daughters, Casey VanHouten of Thomaston, Jana  Brown and her husband Lee of Woodbury, sons, Jason Green and his wife Sandra of Thomaston and Joseph Alsobrook of Thomaston, sister, Sherie Pitts of Meansville, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Monday March 5, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

Those desiring, may make memorials to the American Diabetes Association 233 Peachtree Street NE, Harris Tower Suite 2225 Atlanta, Georgia, 30303.

You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts with the family of Mr. Also brook by visiting Coggins website at www.cogginsfuneralhome.com.

MR. BEN HAYGOOD PAGE

Mr. Ben Haygood Page age 64, of Culloden, died Thursday, March 1, 2018.
Graveside funeral services for Mr. Page will be held Saturday, March 3, at
4:00 PM in the Culloden City Cemetery. The family will receive friends
Friday evening from 6 until 8 o'clock at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home.
Fletcher-Day is in charge of all arrangements.

MR. RAY T. FALLIN

Mr. Ray T. Fallin, 78 of  Thomaston, GA died March 1, 2018 at Brightmoor Hospice in  Griffin, GA.

Funeral services will be Sunday March 4, 2018 4:00 PM at the chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Rev. Joey Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery.

Mr. Fallin was born February 8, 1940 in Thomaston, GA to the late Samuel Thomas and Edna Parker Fallin. He was of  the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Sam Fallin, daughter, Deborah Fallin and sister, Jean Harris.

Survivors include his wife, Martha Jo Fallin Heaton of Thomaston, daughter, Robin Culverhouse of Thomaston, son, Rodney Fallin of Macon, GA, half sister, Linda Ashfield of Milledgeville, GA , four grandchildren, Krystal Glanton and her husband Jason, Barbie Finley and her husband Kyle, Samantha Fallin and Justin Fallin, six great-grandchildren, Maci Norris, Jaxyn Laughrey, Carlie Glanton, Kensley Glanton, Kylie Finley and Hunter Finley.

The  family will receive friends Saturday March 3, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts with the family of Mr. Fallin by visiting  the Coggins Website at www.cogginsfuneralhome.com.

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321 Hannahs Mill Rd.
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681
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DR. BYRON FLOYD DEEN

Dr. Byron Floyd Deen, age 44, died Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at his residence in Atlanta.

Dr. Deen was born November 15, 1973, in Upson County to Dr. Johnny and Elizabeth "Betty" Deen. He was an Oculoplastic Surgon, graduated form R.E. Lee High School, University of Georgia, Medical College of Georgia, Duke University Ophthalmology Residency, and Allegheny Medical Center in Pittsburgh PA, with a fellowship in Oculoplastic Surgery. He was board certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He lived in Atlanta working at the VA Hospital and Coliseum Hospital in Macon. He was a private pilot for 20 years. He was a huge Georgia Bulldog fan as well as NASCAR fan. He loved spending time with his niece and nephew when home.

He is survived by his parents, Dr. Johnny and Betty Deen; brother, Dr. Murray (Jessica) Deen; niece, Jenna Bette Deen; and nephew, Kenneth Deen. 

Memorial services for Dr. Deen will be held on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at 3:00 PM at the Thomaston First Methodist Church. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 4, 2018, from 1:00 - 3:00 PM at the Thomaston First Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Thomaston First United Methodist Church, 132 Cherokee Rd, Thomaston GA 30286, or Camp Kudzu, 5885 Glen Ridge Dr., Suite 160, Atlanta GA 30328.

 

 

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321 Hannahs Mill Road
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681

MR. ANTHONY JOHN TONY SEIDEL

Anthony John (Tony) Seidel

Passed away March 1, 2018.  Tony was born in Buffalo, NY.  He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Army Airforce as a flight engineer on heavy bombers.  He retired from Monroe Systems for Business as Southern Region Service Manager in Atlanta.  Survived by his wife  of 70 years, Loraine Seidel; daughter Deborah Blount; daughter and son-in-law Carol and Chris Mulvey of Woodland GA; granddaughter Leigh Mulvey of Atlanta; and was predeceased by his sister Lena Bieter and his son-in law Ben B. Blount Jr.  , 2018 11 a.m. Sunrise Chapel at Arlington Memorial Park, Sandy Springs, GA.  Arrangements by National Cremation Services 770-429-2465.

MRS. DORIS ELAINE PARKER BEDFORD

Mrs. Doris Elaine Parker Bedford age 69 of Junction City died Wednesday February 28, 2018 at her residence. 

Mrs. Bedford was born on June 24, 1948 Taylor County Ga, to the late Lonnie Ross Parker and the late Margaret Smith Parker. She was formerly employed with the Thomaston Upson Family and Children Services where she worked as the director for many years. Mrs. Bedford was a member of Horeb Baptist Church in Junction City Ga, and also a member of the Butler Garden Club.

Survivors include her husband Mr. Gary Bedford of Junction City Ga, daughter Mrs. Lori Beth (David) Reeves of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. Paul (Deann) Bedford of Meansville Ga, Mr. Ross (Marlee) Bedford of Blackshear Ga, brothers Mr. David (Mary Ann) Parker of Canton Ga, Mr. Keith (Heather) Parker of Aiken S.C., brother in law Mr. Marshall (Linda) Bedford of Jonesboro Ga, sister Mrs. Rita (Steve) Moore of Midwest City Ok, grandchildren Bickley Reeves, J. Thomas Reeves, Amris Bedford, Alary Bedford.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday March 3, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. from Horeb Baptist Church, 1398 Old Wire Rd, Hwy 208, Junction City Ga 31812. Burial will follow at 4:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday March 3, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. - 3: 00 p.m. at Mr. & Mrs. Bedford's residence at 9651 Old Wire Rd. Hwy 208, Junction City Ga. 31812.

In lieu of flowers donation can be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital at 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis Tn. 38105.

 

 

 

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321 Hannahs Mill Road
Thomaston, GA 30286
706-647-9681