MRS. MARY ANN DOWNS HENLEY

Mrs. Mary Ann Downs Henley, age 68, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Henley was born April 17, 1951, in Thomaston to the late Tommy Lee Downs and Nellie Scott Downs. She was a store clerk for Mr. B's in Zebulon.

She is survived by her daughters, Karen Bridges and Wanda Corley; son, Adam Henley; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.

Memorial services for Mrs. Henley will be held at a later date.

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MR. ELDRED LANDON HOYAL

Mr. Eldred Landon Hoyal age 73 of Thomaston, GA, died Sunday March 29, 2020 at his residence.

Mr. Hoyal was born on May 9, 1946 in Thomaston, GA, to the late Robert Landon Hoyal and the late Jewel Owsley Hoyal.  He retired from the Martha Mills as a mechanic after 28 years and was an artist and master craftsman.  He was a member of The Gathering Church, and served his country in the US Navy Seabees.  He is preceded in death by his parents, his grandson, Landon Tyler Hoyal, brothers, Randall J. Hoyal and Bobby Hoyal.

Survivors include his wife, Terrie Dean Hoyal, daughters, Robin Phillips (David Willis), Heather (Jonathan) Butts, and grandchildren, Kelsey Phillips, Trey Dunnahoo, Walker Butts, an Hannah Butts.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Gathering Church at 456 Hannah's Mill Rd. Thomaston, GA 30286

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MR. GARNER M. ELLERBEE

Mr. Garner M. Ellerbee, 93, of Thomaston, died Thursday, March 26, 2020, at
his residence.  Graveside services at Glenwood Cemetery will be private.  A
guest register may be signed at the funeral home or online at
www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com. Those desiring may make memorial
contributions to First Baptist Church TV Ministry, 208 South Church Street,
Thomaston, GA  30286, or to Southern Grace Hospice, 384 Racetrack Road,
McDonough, GA  30252.  Fletcher-Day Funeral Home of Thomaston is in charge
of all arrangements.

MR. WALTER ERNEST SMITH JR.

Mr. Walter Ernest Smith Jr., age 88, of Thomaston GA, died Sunday, March 22, 2020, at his residence.

Mr. Smith was born July 13, 1931, in Floyd County GA to the late Walter E. Smith Sr. and Dora M. Ledbetter Smith. He retired from Coca Cola as a Assistant Sales Manager with over 30 years of service, and was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Daniel Smith. Survivors are his daughters, Deborah (Chris) Legg, Angel (Joseph) Davis, Brenda (Brian) McCoy, and Terri Salter; sons, Greg (Mary Jo) Smith, Clay (Brenda) Smith, and Benjamin Pitts; sisters, Martha Ellis and Betty Hanley; brothers, A.C. (Bernice) Smith and Billy Joe (Mary) Smith; 24 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Graveside services for Mr. Smith will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at 2:00 PM in Upson Memorial Gardens.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life ceremony at a later date.

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MR. JAMES TERRY JOINER

Mr. James Terry Joiner, age 70, of Thomaston, died Friday, March 20, at his residence. Graveside funeral services for Mr. Joiner will be held on Monday, March 23, at 11:00 AM, in Upson Memorial Gardens. No visitation is planned, but the family may be contacted at the residence. Mr. Joiner was the retired owner of Joiner Plumbing Co., Inc.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in chare of all arrangements

MR. GEORGE WILLIAM ADAMS

Mr. George William Adams age 70 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday March 22, 2020 at his residence.

Mr. Adams was born on October 7, 1949 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Emory Ellis Adams and the late Marian Moseley Adams. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was a Mason. Mr. Adams worked in the real estate business for many years. He also taught school, worked for the Georgia Department of Transportation and drove a school bus for 25 plus years. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister Cynthia Adams.

Survivors include his sons Mr. George (Lindsey) Adams of Thomaston Ga, Mr. Ben Adams of Thomaston Ga, brother Mr. Dale (Fay) Adams of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Aubrey Adams & Wyatt Adams.

Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday March 25, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. from Southview Cemetery.

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MRS. WILLOADENE FLEMING PITTS

Mrs. Willoadene Fleming Pitts, 100, of Forsyth, died Thursday, March 19,
2020 at her home.

Funeral services for Mrs. Pitts will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at
3:00 PM in the Chapel of the Fletcher-Day Funeral Home. Bishop Danny
Henderson, Rev. Ray Lowe and Mr. Jerrell Payton will officiate and burial
will follow in South View Cemetery. The family of Mrs. Pitts will receive
friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Saturday from 2:00 PM until the
funeral hour.

Mrs. Pitts was born in Franklin County, AL, on May 21, 1919, a daughter of
the late Mike and Montana Foster Fleming. She moved to Georgia at the age
of 14 and lived in Thomaston from 1936 until 1959. She then moved to Macon
where she lived until 1984. In that year she moved to Monroe County and
made her home there until her death.

Mrs. Pitts was a retired sheet cutter at the Bleachery Division of Thomaston
Mills. She attended the Thomaston Church of God.

Mrs. Pitts is survived by her daughter, Janice Pitts of Thomaston; her son,
Ruel (Dianne) Pitts of Forsyth; four grandchildren and their spouses, Tonya
and Randy Hubbard of Advance, NC, Angie and Gary Bonamo of Warner Robins,
and Michael and Sara Batchelor and Robyn and David Maloy, all of Macon; six
great grandchildren, Brock and Samantha Trayner, Amber and Alex Moss, Daniel
Hubbard, Joshua and Anna Bishop, Kaity and Eric Riffe, and Trey Batchelor;
and six great great grandchildren, Alexis Rodriguez, Annabelle Rodriguez,
Evan Trayner, Ethel Bishop, Josh Maloy and Jake Maloy. She was preceded in
death by her husband, Thomas B. Pitts.

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

MR. CHARLIE CLEVELAND WATKINS

Mr. Charlie Cleveland Watkins age 81 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday March 20, 2020 at his residence.

Mr. Watkins was born on December 11, 1938 in Troup County, to the late Howard James Watkins and the late Annie McPeters Watkins. He owned and operated Pat's Dinner Bell for many years. Mr. Watkins was also a former route salesman for Tom's Toasted Peanuts and Wells Dairies. He was a member of Valley Grove Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his son Kenneth Watkins, brothers Richard Watkins and Leon Watkins.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years Mrs. Patricia Watkins, son Mr. Clay (Sonya) Watkins, daughter Mrs. Sharla (Kenny) Fulcher, sister Mrs. Nancy (Verlon) Coggins, sisters in law Bobbie Watkins, Irene Watkins, daughter in law Karen Napdetano, grandchildren Ryan (Christy) Watkins, Torey (Dennis) Porffer, Kelsey (Scott) McCullough, Jordan (Tristan) Thrasher, Corey (C.J.) Bridges, Britney (Tanner) Dykes, Jessica Passamore, 9 great grandchildren and 1 more expected.

Graveside Services will be held on Sunday March 22, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. from Valley Grove Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the graveside.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MRS. HILDA EUGENIA "GENE": TOWERY MCCARD

Mrs. Hilda Eugenia "Gene" Towery McCard age 95 died Thursday, March 19, 2020.

Funeral services will be Sunday, March 22, 2020, 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery in Molena.

Mrs. McCard was born on August 19, 1924, in Opelika, AL to the late Martin Bulo and Eddie Frances Mitchell Towery. She was a member of Meansville Baptist Church and worked at Sherry Lynn as a seamstress.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Melton Edison McCard who died in 1998, son, Lynn McCard.

Survivors include her sister, Betty Sue Lee of Thomaston, grandchildren, Daryl McCard and his wife Beth of Griffin, GA and Derek McCard and his wife Tara of Molena, GA, and great-grandchildren, Kayson, Addison, and Micah McCard.

Those desiring may make memorials to the Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 7327 Hwy 109, Molena, GA 30258.

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the family requested NO scheduled visitation at the funeral home

MRS. F. PAULETTE G. BROWN BRITT

Mrs. F. Paulette G. Brown Britt, 79, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, March 18,
2020 at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Newnan.

Funeral services for Mrs. Britt will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at
11:00 AM at the New Hope Fellowship Baptist Church with Rev. Jason Weeks
officiating. Burial services in the Salter Family Cemetery will be private.

The family of Mrs. Britt will receive friends at the church on Saturday from
10:00 AM until the funeral hour. The funeral service will be live streamed
on Saturday beginning at 11:00 AM and can be viewed either on the
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home Facebook page or the Fellowship Baptist Church of
Thomaston Facebook page.

Mrs. Britt was a life-long resident of Thomaston, born on March 19, 1940.
She was a daughter of the late Edmund Paul and Eva Melrose Salter
Greathouse. She was a graduate of R. E. Lee Institute and was retired from
the William Carter Company in Griffin after 40 years of service.
Mrs. Britt was a devoted mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren and
their friends frequently enjoyed Saturday morning breakfasts at "Grandma
Polly's." She was the kind of person that always wanted to take care of
everyone else before she stopped to think about herself. Her granddaughters
will always remember going out to eat, then to Walmart to buy a toy, and
then to the Ritz to see a movie. She hosted countless sleepover and pool
parties throughout the years and make sure everyone had whatever they wanted
to eat on hand at all times. She enjoyed cooking for others and loved her
dogs.

Mrs. Britt was a member of the New Hope Fellowship Baptist Church.

Mrs. Britt is survived by her sons, Steven A. (Madelyn) Brown, Jr., and Ken
(Kim) Brown, both of Thomaston; her sister, Melrose G. Legg of Thomaston;
three grandchildren, Jessica (Jonathan) Nixon, Stephanie (Michael) Mann, and
Jordan (Edric) Mayienga; a niece, Teresa Higgs, and a nephew, Chris (Debbie)
Legg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven A. Brown, Sr.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Hope
Fellowship Baptist Church, 1165 Hannah's Mill Road, Thomaston, GA 30286.
Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and
remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com

MRS. DONNA JEAN HOWARD WORSHUM

Mrs. Donna Jean Howard Worshum, age 59, of Concord, passed away March 18, 2020, at her home. She was born in Thomaston, daughter of the late Donald Eugene Howard and Jeanette Bransford Howard. Donna graduated from R.E. Lee High School, attended Gordon College and then earned her bachelor’s degree in business from Tift College in Forsyth. Early in her career, Donna worked for Delta Airlines. In more recent years, she was a graduation coach for Pike County High School and worked for Fayette County Board of Education as a benefits specialist in the human resources department.

Donna was very devoted to her family, loved God and enjoyed being outdoors and around people. She adored and doted over her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband: Bill Worshum; daughters and sons-in-law: Ashton and Randy Craddock and Autumn and Josh Watson all of Concord; son: Chandler Worshum of Concord; grandchildren; Emma Grace Watson and Rhett James Watson; brother: Scott Howard of Stockbridge; and a second mom to her: Sandra Bransford of Thomaston.

The family will hold a private visitation. A celebration of Donna’s life will be held as soon as the Corona Virus situation subsides. Please check back for service information.

CYNTHIA ANN ADAMS

Cynthia Ann Adams, age 77, of Thomaston, GA., died Friday March 13, 2020 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Cynthia was born November 27, 1942 in Thomaston, GA., to the late Emory and Marian Moseley Adams. She is survived by her brothers, Dale (Fay) Adams, and George Adams, nephews, George W. M. Adams, Ben Adams, and Darren Johnson, all of Thomaston, GA.

Cynthia was a resident of Sunny Grove in Barnesville, Georgia. She was a graduate of R.E. Lee Institute and Mercer University and retired from the Department of Education as a teacher and librarian. She was of the Baptist Faith.

A Private Graveside service will be held at a later date.

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MRS. TERRY DIANE CLARK

Mrs. Terry Diane Clark age 66 of Thomaston, GA, died Tuesday March 17, 2020 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

A memorial service will be Saturday March 21, 2020 2:00 PM at Crystal Hill Cemetery.

Mrs. Clark was born March 23, 1953 in Pearisburg, VA to the late Thomas and Ollie Fortner St. Claire.  She was retired from the State of Georgia Highway Department and attended Bethel Baptist Church.

Mrs. Clark was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, MacArthur, Eric , Lanny and Danny St. Claire, and a sister, Gayle Thompson.

She is survived by her daughters, Emily Goodman (Ben) of Hanford, CA and Ingrid Clark of Thomaston, son, Emory J. Clark, II of Sheridan, WY, six grandchildren, Jason, Savannah, Jessica, Jamie, Mary and Avery.

The family will receive friends following the memorial service at graveside.

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MR. DEXTER JEREMIAH DAWSON

Mr. Dexter Jeremiah Dawson, age 31, of Thomaston died Sunday, March 15, 2020, at the Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Dawson was born July 22, 1988, in Thomaston to LaRhonda Dawson Becham and the late Dexter Lane Dawson. He was a Tree Service worker, and member of Calvary Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Alison Dawson; mother, LaRhonda (William) Becham; sisters, Brandi (Charles) Jones and  Tiffani Bennett; brother, Cory (Lindsey) Dawson; grandmother, Annie Ruth Greear; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mr. Dawson will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2020, at 4:00 PM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 20, 2020, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

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REV. HUGH SMITH

Rev. Hugh Smith Sr. age 69 of Thomaston Ga, passed away Tuesday March 17, 2020 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Hugh was born on August 11, 1950 in Upson County. He was a pastor, father, husband, and friend. He was a gifted communicator who pastored seven churches during his ministry. He was preceded in death by his father Willie Thomas Smith, mother Ruby Cleveland Smith, brother Ronnie Smith, and wife Judy Farmer Smith. Survivors include his brothers Hulet (Peggy) Smith, Donald (Verna) Smith and Kenneth Smith, and children, Rebecca (Paul) Pankey, Hugh (Melony) Smith Jr., and Billy (Tina) Smith. Hugh is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Ansley, Sydnee, Will, Cole, Hughston, Lainey, Dakoda, Max, Gavyn, and Ruby.

A private family ceremony will be held later in the week. The family will notify friends of a celebration service to be held in Pastor Hugh's memory once the Corona Virus situation subsides. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Hugh's memory to Christ Chapel building program at 115 Sullivan Rd. Zebulon Ga. 30295.

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MR. JOE JONES

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Joe Jones, age 63, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, died on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at his home. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 37 years, Tracye Bullock Jones; son, Bryant Jones of Atlanta, GA and Elizabeth Cox of Roswell, GA; sister, Alison Jones of Alexandria, VA; mother-in-law, Martha Bullock of Gadsden, AL; sister-in-law, Alicia Dowling (David) of Gadsden, AL; brother-in-law, Ray Bullock (Tonja) of Birmingham, AL and their two children Virginia and Matthew; sister-in-law, Marla Jones Burgess of Crossville, TN and her three children, Carter Jones (Darlene) and their son Sullivan, Albert Jones (Cristy) and their son Henry, and Clayton Jones; among other relatives and friends.  Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. & Mrs. Dewey (Jean) Jones, Jr.; twin brothers, Bill Jones and Jon Jones of Thomaston, GA; and father-in-law, Ray Bullock of Gadsden, AL.

Joe was born in Thomaston, Georgia on March 1, 1957.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Thomaston and he was an Eagle Scout.  In 1976, he graduated from Robert E. Lee Institute where he was a four-year starter and running back for the football team and named to the AAA All-State team.  In 2006, Joe was inducted into the Thomaston-Upson Sports Hall of Fame.   For college, Joe was recruited to play football by multiple universities in the SEC and ACC.   After Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant assured Joe’s mother that he would “make sure that he got a great education”, Joe made the decision to attend the University of Alabama where he played under the legendary Coach from 1976-1981.  Joe was an All-Time Letterman and starting running back at Alabama.  He played on the 1978 and 1979 National Championship Teams where the Crimson Tide compiled a 33-3 record during his career at Alabama.  He met his wife, Tracye Bullock, at Alabama where she was a majorette, and they had their first date at the 1980 Cotton Bowl.  Joe and Tracye were married on February 26, 1983 and a few years later welcomed their son, Bryant.   Joe spent the majority of his career working in the insurance and financial fields, first at Primerica, an insurance and financial services company, and as a wealth advisor for Merrill Lynch.   Joe retired in 2016, after working on the safety management team for Ready Mix-Block USA.   Joe was an avid outdoorsman, grillmaster and continued to be a supremely passionate and dedicated Alabama fan throughout his life.  He loved spending quality time with his family, friends and grand-dogs. 

A Memorial Service Honoring the Life of Joe Jones will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel at Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, 120 Scenic Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 (770-963-2411).  The family will receive friends beginning at 12:00 o’clock until the hour of the service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can be directed to: First Baptist Church of Thomaston

https://www.fbcthomaston.org/ Nick’s Kids Foundation https://www.nickskidsfoundation.org/

Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.wagesfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, “A Family Company,” (770-963-2411) 120 Scenic Highway, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046.

Coggins Funeral Home in charge of local arrangement

MR. CECIL WARD TAUNTON

Mr. Cecil Ward Taunton age 93 of Lewisburg Tn, formerly of Thomaston Ga, died Wednesday March 11, 2020 at NHC Merrill Hill Lewisburg, TN.

Mr. Taunton was born November 29, 1926, in Taylor County, GA., to the late Wanza Ward Taunton and the late Ludie Corrine Theus Taunton.  He retired from General Motors in Flint, Michigan after 35 years, and was a member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Lewisburg, TN.  He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Clayton Taunton, Zeno Taunton and Roland Taunton.

Survivors include his wife, Dawn Marie Taunton, daughters, Debra Marie (Earl) Hileman of Lewisburg, TN., Rebecca Lynn Frase of Lewisburg, TN., sister, Linda Passmore of Georgetown, GA., grandchildren, Arren (Heather) Hileman and Steven (Katrina) Hileman, great-grandchildren, Hannen Hileman, Heath Hileman, Halle Hileman, and Lydia Hileman.

Funeral Services will be held Sunday, March 15, 2020, 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Southview Cemetery.  Family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Homes on Sunday, March 15, 2020, from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society at 804 Cherry St. Suite A Macon, GA. 31201

MRS. FRAN MCKINLEY MORGAN

Mrs. Fran McKinley Morgan, 71, of Thomaston, died Thursday, March 12, at
Upson Regional Medical Center.  Funeral services for Mrs. Morgan will be
held on Saturday, March 14, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day
Funeral Home.  A private burial will follow in Trice Cemetery.  The family
will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Saturday from 1:00
until the funeral hour. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to
Flat Rock Primitive Baptist Church, c/o Maxine Parrish, 2148 Briarlake
Trace, Atlanta, GA  30345.  Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all
arrangements

MR. JERRY FALLIN

Mr. Jerry "Whitey" Fallin, 80, of Thomaton, died Thursday morning, March 12,
at his residence.  Graveside funeral services for Mr. Fallin will be held
Sunday afternoon, March 15, at 4:00 PM, in the Valley Grove Baptist Church
Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Saturday evening from 6 unti 8
PM at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home.  Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of
all arrangements.

MRS. WILLIE EUDENE PITTS

Mrs. Willie Eudene Pitts, 89 of Thomaston GA., died Tuesday March 10, 2020 at Riverside Nursing Home.

Mrs. Pitts was born November 28, 1930 in Dodge County to the late Harlow Howard and the late Ada Geromie Skipper.  She was a nurse and attended Northside Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Roscoe Pitts, brothers, Ed Howard, Earl Howard, Jack Howard, and sister, Idelle Chambley.

Survivors include her sons, William Rayford Pitts of Thomaston, and John David Pitts of Warrington, VA., brothers, Bill (Eleanor) Howard of Reno, NV., Bob (Annie Ruth) Howard of Atlanta, sisters, Betty Joyce Wright of Thomaston, and Linda Faye (Horace) Gross of Louisiana, seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday March 13, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Friday March 13, 2020 from 1:00 P.M.- 2:00 P.M.

MR. MELVIN LEWIS MINTER

Mr. Melvin Lewis Minter, age 87, of Thomaston GA, died Monday, March 9, 2020, at his residence.

Mr. Minter was born September 9, 1932, in Pike County to the late Opus C. Minter and Carrie King Minter. He retired as a weaver in Thomaston Mills with 44 years of service. Mr. Minter was also a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Korea.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Murle Turner Minter. He is survived by his daughters, Darlene (Rickey) Bailey of LaGrange and Debbie (Gary) Martin of Thomaston; sons, Lewis (Brenda) Minter of Thomaston and Mike (Gail) Sanders of Meansville; brother, Edward Minter; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Anthony, and brother Leon Minter.

Funeral services for Mr. Minter will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Coggins Funeral Home.

MRS. JUDY FARMER SMITH

Mrs. Judy Farmer Smith, age 66 of Thomaston, passed away at her home on Monday March 9, 2020. Judy was born on September 29, 1953 in Upson County. She was a homemaker and pastor's wife. She was a member of West Sunnyside Church of Griffin Ga, and Christ Chapel Community Church of Zebulon Ga. She was known to be a lady of gentleness and grace. She loved her family deeply and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father Emmett Farmer, mother Clinton Strom Farmer, brother William Farmer, and sister Frances Farmer Montgomery. Survivors include her husband Hugh Smith of Thomaston Ga, children Rebecca (Paul) Pankey of Lanett Al, Hugh (Melony) Smith of Hampton Ga, and Billy (Tina) Smith of Meansville Ga,. Judy is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Ansley,Sydnee, Will, Cole, Hughston, Lainey, Dakoda, Max, Gavyn, and Ruby.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday March 12, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Christ Chapel Community Church, 115 Sullivan Rd. Zebulon Ga. Visitation with the family will be held on Wednesday March 11, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations in Judy's name can be made to Christ Chapel Community Church building fund at 115 Sullivan Rd. Zebulon Ga. 30295. Burial will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens following the service.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements!

MR. JOHN CONRAD KNIGHT

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Mr. John Conrad "J.C." Knight age 59 of Thomaston Ga, died Friday March 6, 2020 at his residence.
Mr. Knight was born on October 29, 1960 in Bainbridge Ga, to the late Don Kalon Knight and the late Joyce Larue Adair Salter. He was formerly employed with Quad Graphic where he worked in the press room, Mr. Knight also worked as a chef and meat cutter. He attended Zions Chapel Methodist Church. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his first wife Regina Knight and a grandchild.
Survivors include his wife Joanne Wilson Knight of Thomaston Ga, daughters Joan Delbo of Ada Oh, Cheyenne Nichole Knight of Thomaston Ga, sons John Conrad Knight of Ada Oh, Robert "Bart" Parker of Thomaston Ga, step mother Sarah Knight of Headland Al, brothers Kalon Lee Knight of Thomaston Ga, Don William Knight of Yatesville Ga, Donald Eric (Amanda) Knight of Headland Al, sisters Susan (Sammy) Knight Fritchter of Headland Al, Vickie (Randall) Coogler of Thomaston Ga, 3 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, several foster children and many nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday March 11, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. from United Pentecostal Church. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Tuesday March 10, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Coggins Funeral  Home is in charge of arrangements!

MR. WILLIE FRANK COLE

Mr. Willie Frank Cole age 81 of Thomaston Ga, died Saturday March 7, 2020 at Brightmoor Hospice.

Mr. Cole was born on September 26, 1938 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Robert A. Cole and the late Annie Poteat Cole. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1958-1979 serving 3 tours in Vietnam and retired with the rank SFC.

Survivors include his brothers Mr. Cecil Cole of Cochran Ga, Mr. Homer (Barbara) Cole of Conway S.C., sisters Mrs. Glenda (Steve Sr.) Ferguson of Thomaston Ga, Mrs. Becky Campbell of Idaho.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday March 10, 2020 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 Tuesday March 10, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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

MR. JIMMY D. SILVER

Mr. Jimmy D. Silver, age 76, of Thomaston, formerly of Sharpsburg, passed away March 4, 2020, at Providence Healthcare in Thomaston. He was born in Bakersville, NC, son of the late Melvin Silver and Mae Johnson Silver. Jimmy enjoyed eating honey buns, ice cream and drinking Fanta Orange. In his younger years, he liked to play golf.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law: Natalie and Chuck Smith.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years: Brenda Silver; daughters and a son-in-law: Lisa and Hayes Morgan of Thomaston and Gina Parrott of Grantville; grandchildren: Chad, Chris, Amber, Randy, Dustin, Justin and Karlee; great-grandchildren: Eli, Mya, Addy and Riley; sisters: Mary Lee Bailey of Buford and Betty Young of Summerville, SC; several nieces and nephews.

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

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MR. JOHN JAMES WRIGHT

Mr. John James “Johnny” Wright, 79 of Thomaston died March 4, 2020 at his residence.

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

Mr. Wright was born November 2, 1940 in Thomaston, GA to the late Jack and Clara White Wright. He served in the National Guard, and was the owner and operator of Wrights Electrical Contractors. Mr. Wright was of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Troy and Jimmy Wright, sister, Sandy Curtis.

Mr. Wright is survived by his wife, Betty Joyce Wright of Thomaston, daughter, Angela Buschman (Gary) of Salem, AL, son, John James Wright, Jr. of Pike Co., GA, sister, Sally Piccolo of Jacksonville, FL, three grandchildren, Gary Hunter (Jennifer), Nick Hunter (Elyse) and Branden Buschman, seven great grandchildren, Samara Kelloes, Scarlette Burks, Theo Hunter, Ozzy Hunter, Margot Hunter, Miri Hunter and Brantley Hunter.

Those desiring may make memorials the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123

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