MRS. JUNE DEAVOURS WORSHAM

Mrs. June Deavours Worsham, age 87, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at Heritage Inn of Barnesville.

Mrs. Worsham was born on July 20, 1933, in Leslie, GA, to the late Loomis E. and Vera Wallace Deavours. At the age of 10 she was baptized at Leslie Baptist Church. She graduated in 1950 from Union High School in Leslie, GA. Mrs. June attended Georgia Southwestern College in Americus, GA for one year, then transferred to Bessie Tift College in 1951 and received a degree in General Science with a Biology major in 1954. On December 19, 1954, she married Grover C. Worsham Jr. in the Leslie Baptist Church, a marriage that lasted 61 and 1/2 years. She taught science in public schools for 30 years; 5 years at Yatesville High, and 24 years at R.E. Lee Institute and one year at another school system. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Thomaston, the UMW, Fellowship Class and served in various positions on committees of the church. Mrs. Worsham was very active in her church, with the Samaritan's Purse Shoe-box Christmas Ministry and an avid Peanut's collector, who traveled around the state doing programs with civic groups and church groups about the Peanut's cartoon and Charles Schulz.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Grover C. Worsham; sisters, Jane Bass, and Mary Owens; brothers, Wallace H. Laramore, and Loomis E. Deavours Jr. Survivors her daughter, Wanda (Frank) Renfroe of Thomaston; son, Wayne Deavours (Becky) Worsham, of Donalsonville GA; granddaughters, Lindsay Worsham (Ben) Dickerson of Nicholson GA, and Logan Worsham (Jamie) Holt of Johns Creek GA; grandson, Ryan Clayton (Georgianne) Renfroe of Anchorage, AK; great-grandsons, Cole, Connor, and Jackson Wayne Dickerson of Nicholson GA; sisters, Joan (Ed) Cordell of Americus GA, Joy (Dewey) Touchton of Deltona FL; sister-in-law, Emma Deavours of Duluth GA; brother-in-law, James Owens of Birmingham AL; also many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great-nephews.

Graveside services will be held on Sunday, February 28, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. in Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 28, 2021, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Thomaston, 132 Cherokee Rd, Thomaston, GA 30286, or Samaritan's Purse, P.O. Box 3000 Boone, NC 28607.

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MR. WILLIAM E. CHAMBLEY

Mr. William E. "Bill" Chambley, age 83, of Roberta, died Monday, February 22, 2021, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Chambley was born on September 14, 1937 to the late Alvah Chambley and the late Ruby Teal Chambley. He was formerly employed with Warner Robins Air Force Base where he worked as an Aircraft Mechanic for 30 plus years and retired from Timco after 20 years. Mr. Chambley was a Mason. He served his country in The United States Air Force.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Sandra Jean Chambley and brothers Charlie Chambley, Allen Dean "Deelum" Chambley and Rhodon Chambley.

Survivors include his daughters Kembley (Scott) Lingelbach of Tarversville Ga., Tracy (Tim) Pancake of Macon Ga, Christy Renee Chambley of Roberta Ga., brother Ronnie Chambley of Griffin Ga., 7 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren.

Graveside Services will be held on Saturday February 27, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. from Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday February 27, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MR. EARNEST JAMES DANIEL JR.

Mr. Earnest James "Jim" Daniel Jr., age 63 of Thomaston Ga., passed away Tuesday February 23, 2021 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Daniel was born on July 14, 1957 in New Orleans, LA to Earnest James Daniel Sr. and the late Betty Cammack Daniel. He worked for Interfor as the Head Electrician, and was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church. In addition to his mother he is preceded in death by his step-mother, Janelle Daniel, and sister, Diana Weaver.

Survivors include his father, James Daniel Sr.of Thomaston, wife, Lynn Daniel of Thomaston, daughter, Amanda "Mandy" (Eric) Daniel Knight of Headland, AL, son, James Preston (Courtney) Daniel of Opelika, AL., brother, Dave Daniel of Thomaston, sisters, Sheila (Lee) Hancock of Thomaston, Julie (Randy) Teal of Thomaston, Kay Goodman of Thomaston, grandchildren, Kip Knight, Holly Knight, MacKayla Daniel, Preston Daniel, and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.

MRS. BARBARA RAGAN YORK

Mrs. Barbara Ragan York age 85 of Thomaston Ga., passed away Monday February 22, 2021 at her residence.

Mrs. York was born on October 21, 1935 in Pike County, to the late Malcolm C Ragan, and the late Mary Weatherly Ragan. She retired from the William Carter Company and was a member of Jeff Davis Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Warren C. York, brothers, Douglas Ragan, Stanley Ragan, and sister, Dorothy Reeves.

Survivors include her daughters, Wanda (Jeff) Smith of Thomaston, Darlene York Lifsey of Thomaston, son, Mike (Beverly) York of Thomaston, 12 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and 2 Godchildren.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. from Crystal Hill Cemetery.

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MS. BRENDA LOWE BOYT

Mrs. Brenda Lowe Boyt age 75 of Meansville Ga., passed away Saturday February 20, 2021 at her residence.

Mrs. Boyt was born on December 15, 1945 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Edward Lowe and the late Lillian Birdsong Lowe. She was formerly employed with 1888 Mills and Sherilynn where she was the Supervisor over the Sewing Department. Mrs. Boyt was a member of Lighthouse Pentecostal Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Elmo Boyt, grandson Chais Boyt and numerous siblings.

Survivors include her daughter Lori (Jeannie) Boyt of Thomaston Ga., sons Chris (Cathy) Boyt of Thomaston Ga., Dale (Kayla) Boyt of Thomaston Ga., brothers Ronnie (Teresa) Lowe of Thomaston Ga., Ray (Susie) Lowe of Thomaston Ga., sisters Sheila Holtapp of Griffin Ga, Susie (Jack) Boyt of Thomaston Ga., Gloria (Conrad) Smith of Thomaston Ga, Janelle (Tommy) Howell of Thomaston Ga., Juanita Morgan of Yatesville Ga., 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday February 23, 2021 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 Monday February 22, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

MR. CHARLIE FRANK LOGAN

Mr. Charlie Frank Logan, 80, of Buckles Road passed on Saturday, February 20th at his residence.

Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 24th. at 11:00 A.M. at Southview Cemetery

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 1:00 P.M. until 4:30 P.M.

Trice Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MRS. MARY OSBOLT BRANNON

Mrs. Mary Osbolt Brannon, 96, of Thomaston, Ga., died on Sunday, February 21, 2021.

Mary was born in Benton, Alabama on December 15, 1924. She lived on a farm in lower Alabama, the daughter of a local farm girl and a hardworking 1907 Croatian immigrant. Later her family moved to Thomaston, Ga., where she grew up and lived the rest of her life. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Brannon, her son, Billy Brannon, her grandson, Travis Brannon, and three siblings. She is survived by her children, daughter-in-law, Nita Brannon, Tom (Mary) Brannon of Thomaston, Kenny (Eleanor) Brannon of Wedowee, Al., Donny (Karen) Brannon of Hoschton, Ga., and grandchildren, Wendy (Troy) Brooks, Michelle (Gary) Kilby, Jeff Brannon, Bill (Stacey) Brannon, Sam Brannon, Keeley (Nick) Grow, Scott (Hillary) Brannon, Rachael (Matt) Solik, Mitchell (Jacklyn) Brannon. 

She was a proud mother of four boys, a loving mother-in-law, grandmother of nine, and great-grandmother of 15. So many others claim Mimi as their second mother, an honor she cherished. Mary was a devoted Christian who never wavered in her faith and love for her church. She worshiped at Shiloh Baptist Church for many years, where she sang in the choir and supported the soup kitchen by regularly baking cornbread. 

Mary worked for BF Goodrich/Martha Mills for many years. After retirement, she shared her many talents and love for people as an employee keeping records and supporting social activities at Providence Nursing Home until she once again retired at 80 years old. She then regularly volunteered at Upson Regional Medical Center and organized class reunions and Silvertown Community reunions. She loved people and people loved her. She often hosted Bunco and Bridge at her home and is remembered by her longtime friends as a fierce competitor. 

She was an avid fan of the GA Tech Yellow Jackets and the Atlanta Braves. Mary was affectionately know as Mimi by her family and by most of those who knew her. She had a natural talent for making everyone she met her family. She was a gracious hostess who welcomed all into her home. Mimi was a precious gem to all she encountered, and a true southern woman.

She will be laid to rest in a private, graveside service of immediate family. Later this year, all loved ones and friends will be graciously asked to a local celebration of her life and an outpouring of love from those who were so loved by our beloved Mimi.

While our family is heartbroken, they know she impacted so many lives through her Christ led example and take comfort knowing that she is walking with and rejoicing in the presence of the Lord. The family would like to express appreciation to the nurses and staff of Riverside Health and Rehab for the love and care given her during the last 19 months following her devastating stroke in 2019 and Thomaston Hospice during her last three weeks of fighting the good fight before going home to the Lord.

In lieu of flowers the family asks the contributions be made to Silvertown Baptist Church in her memory.

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MR. RONNIE BLACKSTOCK

Funeral services for Mr. Ronny Blackstock will be held Sunday, February 21, at 4:00 PM, at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Dean Hemphill officiating. Burial will follow at Southview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church from 3:00 until the funeral hour.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MRS. MARY ROWELL BENNETT

Mrs. Mary Rowell Bennett, 96, a resident of Dothan, formerly Thomaston GA, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at her residence.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am CST, Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Upson Memorial Gardens, Thomaston, GA with Reverend Joey Smith officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing. Flowers will be accepted or contributions can be made to East Thomaston Baptist Church, P.O. Box 329, Thomaston, GA 30286, or Gideon’s International North camp P.O. Box 5554 Dothan, Alabama, 36301. All masking and social distancing guidelines will be observed.

Mrs. Bennett was born June 10, 1924, in Thomaston Georgia to Johnny Rowell and Iris Bussey Rowell. She graduated from R.E. Lee Institute High School, she retired after 36 years from Thomaston Mills as a Data Entry Specialist. She was a member of East Thomaston Baptist Church in Thomaston, GA.

Mary was predeceased by her parents, husband, two brothers, Elbert Rowell, J.M. Rowell.

Survivors include her son, Robert Bennett of Dothan; two grandchildren, Chris Bennett (Lynn) of Headland, Alecia Bennett (Alan Hudson) of Madison, AL; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.

Glover Funeral Home of Dothan has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com

MR. KENNETH HATCHETT

Mr. Kenneth Hatchett, 82, of Thomaston, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at his residence. Funeral services for Mr. Hatchett will be held Saturday, February 20, at 2:00 PM, at the East Thomaston Baptist Church. Interment
will follow in Upson Memorial Gardens. 

The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 1:00 PM until the funeral hour. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to East Thomaston Baptist Church, PO Box 329, Thomaston, GA 30286. 

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MR. JERRY BERNARD TAPLEY

Mr. Jerry Bernard Tapley, age 72, of Phenix City, Alabama, formerly of Thomaston, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at his residence.

Mr. Tapley was born on March 3, 1948 in Thomaston, to the late Bernard Tapley and the late Jean Anglin Tapley. He served his country in the U.S. Navy and worked for Anne's Estate Sales in Columbus. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Phenix City, Alabama. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Theresa Harper.

Survivors include his son, Mark Tapley of Pine Mountain, half brother, Scotty Stewart of Meansville, cousin, Gloria Holloway Warr of Sun City, FL, aunt, Shirley Salter of Thomaston, and many cousins.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. from Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday February 20, 2021 from 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

MRS. MOLLY RUTH WATSON

Mrs. Molly Ruth Watson, age 67, of Thomaston, died Sunday, February 14, 2021, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Watson was born on December 11, 1953 in Hendersonvile, KY, to the late Clarence James Fordham Sr. and the late Ruby Cagle Fordham. She worked as a housekeeper. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter, Brandy Lynn Jordan, brother, Jim Fordham, and sister, Betty Jo Fordham.

Survivors include her daughter, Mandy Watson of Thomaston, son, Tommy (Jennifer) Watson Jr. of Dawsonville, sisters, Lynn (Michael) Thomas of Zebulon, Pat Sanes of Jonesboro, Shirley Newman of Zebulon, grandchildren, Levi Watson, Dillon Coogler, Christopher Hilley, great-grandchildren, Riley Coogler, Miley Hilley, Dawson Hilley, and Kaylee Hilley.

The family will have a memorial service on Friday, February 19, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. from Pobiddy Beach.

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MR. STEVE LAMAR SHIFLET

Mr. Steve Lamar Shiflet, age 68, of Thomaston, died on Friday, February 12, 2021 at Northside Hospital in Atlanta.

Mr. Shiflet was born on May 3, 1952, in Thomaston, to Edward "Ed" Shiflet and Bettye Ward Shiflet. He is retired from Graphics Packaging and was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.

Survivors include his parents, Ed and Bettye Shiflet of Thomaston, daughter, Summer (Dylan Johnson) Shiflet of Thomaston, son, Rustin Shiflet of Thomaston, brother, Bruce Shiflet of Brunswick, sister, Allison (Rod) Henderson of Oconee County, grandchildren, Max Shiflet, Waylon Johnson, Wyatt Johnson and Madden Shiflet.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. from Mountain View Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 15, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m at Coggins Funeral Home

MRS. DEBORA A. BOWLES

Mrs. Debora A Bowles, age 72, of Thomaston, died Thursday, February 11, 2021 at her residence.

Debbie was born June 3, 1948. She grew up in Thomaston in her mom’s (Mildred deceased) beauty shop and even had a hair dryer there named after her. She shared her Dad (Barney deceased) with two younger brothers, Terry (Melody) Bowles of Peachtree City and Tootsie/Jerry (Janis) Bowles of Thomaston.

Debbie had a lifelong love of shopping and enjoyed visiting her cousin Teresa (Ashley) Benton and family often, especially for their neighborhood fireworks.
She graduated with a Masters degree in Business from Jacksonville State University and was the Financial Aid Director at Flint River and Griffin Technical Colleges.
Debbie loved her children, Stacy Becerra and Candace (Jared) Streetman of Thomaston. She delighted in planning Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings with games and more food than could possibly be consumed.
Debbie was fun, adventuresome, smart, creative and had a big heart. During retirement, she took great joy in quilting and shuttling grandchildren, Trent Coker and Reese Streetman, from school to their sport activities where she loudly rooted them on.

She met her husband, Paul Williamson, mid-life and he cherished her as she so deserved. They enjoyed church, camping with friends and vacationing with family.
Debbie was a devout Christian.

Private family services will be held Saturday, February 13, 2021

MR. DAVID LLOYD PARKER

Mr. David Lloyd Parker, age 74, of Thomaston, died Monday, February 8, 2021.

Mr. Parker was born on January 16, 1947 in Thomaston, to the late Maurice C. Parker, and the late Florene Hale Parker. He served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam. He was retired and worked for himself in appliance repair. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brothers, LeRoy and Larry Parker.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon Parker of Thomaston, daughters, Allison (Chris) Raulerson of Eatonton, Rhonda Thompson of Warner Robbins, son, Bubba Thompson of Snellville, sister, Marie Gilham of Roanoke, Alabama, grandchildren, Katie Raulerson, Justin Thompson, Dalton Rogers, great-grandchild, Hunter Thompson, several nieces and nephews, and best friend, his dog, Gracie.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. from Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 11, 2021 from 2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.
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MRS. SHIRLEY ANN LANGFORD ROBERTS

Mrs. Shirley Ann Langford Roberts, age 82, of Thomaston GA, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at Hospice House & Support Care of Williamsburg VA.

Mrs. Roberts was born on August 11, 1938, in Thomaston, to the late Marion Langford and the late Mary Ethel Peugh Langford. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Johny Roberts, and her son Stephen Phillip Roberts.

Survivors include her daughters, Mary Beth Wood of Willliamsburg, VA, Rose E. Dunaway of Eatonton, son, Rev. John Mark Roberts of Thomaston, six grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday. February 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Valley Grove Baptist Church. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 13, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Coggins Funeral Home

MRS. TOIEE LAROSE DELOACH SMITH

Mrs. Toiee LaRose DeLoach Smith, age 79, of Thomaston, died Thursday, February 11, 2021, at Brightmoor Hospice in Griffin, GA.

Mrs. Smith was born on November 1, 1941 in Thomaston Ga, to the late Theodore DeLoach and the late Rosebud McSwain DeLoach. She worked as a secretary for the Upson County School System for 35 years. Mrs. Smith was a member of Thomaston First Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Bobby G. Smith, brothers Talmadge DeLoach and Mike DeLoach.

Survivors include her sons Todd (Pamela) Smith of Griffin Ga., Keith Gregory Smith of Thomaston Ga., Marc (Shelly) Smith of Thomaston Ga, grandchildren Payton Smith, Ethan Smith, Chandler Smith, Kathryn Rose Smith.

Graveside Services will be held on Sunday February 14, 2021 at 2:00 p.m, in Crystal Hill Cemetery.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

JIMMIE FRANK DAUGHERTY

Jimmie Frank Daugherty, 71, was born in Upson County on January 10th, 1950 to James and Mary Blount Daugherty, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him were two sisters, Grace Daugherty and Peggy (Marty) Salter; his brother Henry (Mary) Daugherty; and sons Christopher (Chris) Lee Daugherty and Ben Gibson.

Mr. Daugherty worked with Thomaston Mills for 24 years, Walmart for 13 years, and Upson-Lee Schools for 15 years. He was a member of Twin Oaks Baptist Tabernacle. While he loved to make people laugh, he was a devoted husband and a steadfast father. In Jimmie's quiet way, he loved his family well, but most of all, he loved the Lord.

Mr. Daugherty is survived by his wife Martha Allen Daugherty; daughter Terresa and her husband Michael Hill who gave him two granddaughters, Brianna Rose and Naomi Grace, as well as four grandsons, Aidan Michael, Tucker Lee, Hunter Allen, and Seth Daniel, all of Hillsboro, TN; and son Jimmie Cliffton (Cliff) Daugherty of Missouri. He also leaves behind two sisters, Ida Holloway and Annie Townsend, both of Thomaston, GA, and two brothers, Emmett (Judy) Daugherty of Utah, and Lenard Daugherty of Zebulon, GA, as well as brother in law Marty Salter, sister in law Mary (Emory) Anderson of Sparta GA, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. from Twin Oaks Baptist Tabernacle. Burial will follow at Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday February 16, 2021 at Twin Oaks Baptist Tabernacle from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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MRS. SUE W. BIRDSONG

Mrs. Sue W. Birdsong, 93, formerly of Thomaston, died Sunday evening,February 7, at The Waterford at Hidden Lakes in Canton, GA. Funeral services for Mrs. Birdsong will be held on Saturday, February 13, at 2:00 PM, at the FIrst Presbyterian Church of Thomaston. Interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. 

The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 1:00 until the funeral hour. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 403 Birdsong Street, Thomaston, GA 30286. 

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MRS. LISA RAYE KELLY

Mrs. Lisa Raye Kelly, age 56, of Thomaston, died Monday, February 8, 2021, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Kelly was born on January 15, 1965, in Upson County, to the late Jack Snider, and Joyce Ballard Snider. She worked for the Upson County Tax Commissioner as a clerk for 10 years. She is preceded in death by her father.

Survivors include her mother, Joyce Snider, husband, Mike Kelly of Thomaston, daughter, Katy Kelly (Haley Ellis) Hurt of Thomaston, son, Ryan (Shadoe Dunnahoo) Kelly of Thomaston, bonus son, Houston Hurt of Thomaston, brother, Ray (Angela) Snider of McDonough, sister, Leandra (Jeff) Beeland of Thomaston, fur babies Rosie, Charlie, and grandchildren, Weston Hurt and Bridger Kelly.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Upson County Humane Society at 2371 Yatesville Hwy, Thomaston, GA 30286.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the family has requested that masks be worn during the visitation and that everyone practices social distancing.

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MR. JAMES H. MCCUNE

Mr. James H. McCune, 90, of Thomaston, died Monday, February 8, 2021 atUpson Regional Medical Center.

A private graveside service will be held in Columbus at the Park Hill Cemetery on Thursday, February 11, 2021 with the Dr. Glenn Gilstrap officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. www.salvationarmy.org

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

MR. WILLIAM HUGH TURNER JR.

Mr. William Hugh Turner Jr. age 61 of Thomaston Ga, passed away Saturday February 6, 2021 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Turner was born on July 2, 1959 in Hawkinsville, GA, to the late William Hugh Turner Sr. and Frances McCullars Turner. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Gulf War. He worked as a Maintenance Instructor at Warner Robbins Air Force Base and was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his father.

Survivors include his mother, Frances Turner, wife, Debra Turner of Thomaston, daughter, Becky (Chris) Rogers of Fort Worth, TX, sons, Thomas (Jennifer) Turner of Fort Worth, TX, Benjamin Bryan of Thomaston, sister, Geina (Nina) Turner of Venus, TX, grandchildren, Ethan Turner, Emma Turner, Alyssa Rogers, Christopher Rogers, and Katherine Rogers.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. from Fellowship Baptist Church New Hope Campus. Burial will follow at Fellowship Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

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MRS. SYBIL BLAKELY BENNETT

Mrs. Sybil Blakely Bennett, 82, of Thomaston, died Sunday, February 7, 2021,at her residence. 

Private graveside memorial services for family only will be held on Thursday, February 11, 2021, at 2:00 PM in the Antioch United Methodist Church Cemetery. The service will be live-streamed for friends to watch. 

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

MS. JESSIE FAYE COCHRAN

Ms. Jessie Faye Cochran age 64 of Thomaston Ga., passed away Sunday February 7, 2021 at Spalding Regional Medical Center.

Ms. Cochran was born on November 29, 1956 in Clayton Ga., to the late Ralph Callenback and the late Ruby Raney Callenback. She was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her brothers James Clifton Callenback of Toccoa Ga., Eugene Carlton Callenback of Clayton Ga., sisters Minnie Pauline Rogers of Thomaston Ga., Linda Faye Pitts of Thomaston Ga., Judy Dianne Callenback.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday February 10, 2021 at 3:00 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 Tuesday February 9, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MR. NOEL JACKSON HOWELL JR.

Mr. Noel Jackson "Jack" Howell, Jr., 82, of Thomaston, died Thursday,February 4, 2021 at Harborview Health Care.

Graveside funeral services for Mr. Howell will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at 2:00 PM in the Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery.

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MICHEAL L. BARTLETT

On Wednesday February 3, 2021 Micheal "Mike" L. Bartlett loving husband, father and devoted papa passed away at the age of 66 at St. Marys Hospital in Athens Ga.

Mr. Bartlett was born on July 16, 1954 in Macon Ga, to the late James Bartlett and the late Lura Albritton Bartlett. He worked as a Industrial Mechanic for 40 years and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Faye Bartlett of Byron Ga, daughter Mrs. Ashli (Brian) Morris of Jefferson Ga, brother Mr. J. Larry Bartlett of Macon Ga., sister Mrs. Rita B. (Tommy) Foster of Macon Ga, grandchildren Elijah Morris, Emily Morris, Ethan Morris.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday February 6, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Saturday February 6, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Coggins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MRS. STACI LYN WEDLUND CARROLL

Mrs. Staci Lyn Wedlund Carroll, age 54, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Carroll was born on May 13, 1966, in Harlan, Iowa, to the late Ronald Wedlund and Shirley McCoy Muenzel. She was of the Baptist Faith. She is preceded in death by her father, and her stepfather, Rodney Vlotho.

Survivors include her husband, Jerry Carroll of Thomaston, mother Shirley Muenzel of Texas, son, Andrew Carroll of Thomaston, brother, Derrick Wedlund of Jesup, sisters, Gayla Sessa of Dunedin, FL, Rhonda McCollough of Knoxville, TN, Alicia Petty of Chattanooga, TN, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Graveside services will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. from Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Saturday February 6, 2021 from 4:30 p.m - 5:30 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the National Kidney Foundation at 270 Peachtree St #1040, Atlanta, GA 30303

MR. HOWARD STEPHEN RICHARD

Mr. Howard Stephen Richard, 92, of Thomaston, GA, died Monday, February 1,2021, at his residence. Funeral services for Mr. Richard will be held Thursday, February 4, at 11:00 AM at St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church with
Father Thomas Zahuta officiating. 

The family will receive friends at the church Thursday morning from 10:00 until 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Ambler, Pennsylvania. 

Fletcher-Day Funeral home in in charge of all local arrangements.

MRS. LEOLA "MICKIE" SELPH PIPER

Mrs. Leola "Mickie" Selph Piper age 77 of Thomaston Ga., passed away Tuesday February 2, 2021 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Piper was born on May 18, 1943 in Wheeler County, Georgia, to the late, Bill Lester , and the late Alice Selph Hulett. She worked for William Carter Company for 30 plus years in the sewing room and was of the Baptist Faith. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Alice DaSilva and Rachel White.

Survivors include Karen (J.R) Smith of Thomaston, Diane Grier of Thomaston, sons, Stephen (Holly) Piper of McDonough, Craig Piper of Thomaston, brothers, David (Willa Ree) Hulett of Milan, Jerry Hulett of Dublin, sisters, Jeanette Kinchen of Alamo, Nina (David) Gregory of Dublin, 8 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 5, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. from Crystal Hill Cemetery.

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MR. DAVID BRADLEY HEATON

Mr. David "Sleepy" Bradley Heaton, age 73. of Thomaston, died Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Harborview Nursing Home.

Mr. Heaton was born on September 14, 1947, in Thomaston, to the late Robert David Heaton Jr. and the late Florene Bradley Heaton. He owned and operated Heaton Plumbing and was a member of East Thomaston Baptist Church.

Survivors include his sister, Dianne (Jimmy) Butts of Dunwoody, nephew Brian (Jennifer) Butts of Marietta, great niece and nephew, Emily and Tyler Butts, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. from Upson Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Friday, February 5, 2021 from 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to East Thomaston Baptist Church at 206 Park Lane Thomaston, GA 30286.

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MRS. WANDA BELL HAMMOCK

Mrs. Wanda Bell Hammock, age 73, of Barnesville, died, Monday February 1, 2021, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Hammock was born on March 9, 1947 in Signal Mountain, TN to the late Virgil Lee Bell and the late Thelma McMaree Bell. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Wanda was a devoted stay at home mom and grandma, devoted Christian who worked in the Sunday School Office at First Baptist Church in Barnesville for over 25 years. Wanda was a former secretary for 15 years at Barnesville Church of the Nazarene and former part-time cashier at Ruth's Cafe in Barnesville. She loved her grandchildren and spending time with them, lunch outings on Sundays after church with her granddaughters, picking her grandsons up from school and making them snacks, birthday outings every year on their birthday. Wanda loved working outside in her flower beds, mowing grass and taking care of her pet chicken (Chicken Little). She loved sunflowers, going to the beach, spending time with family and friends. Wanda was always doing something for someone else and expected nothing in return. She had a huge heart that touched all who knew her and she will be missed by all.

Private graveside services will be held on Thursday.The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home. Due to Covid-19 the family has asked that people attending the visitation practice social distancing and wear masks.

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MS. VIRGINIA "GINGER" METHVIN

Ms. Virginia "Ginger" Methvin, age 79, of Thomaston, passed away Mondaymorning, February 1, 2021, at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services for Ms. Methvin will held Tuesday, February 2, at 11:00 AM, at Trinity Baptist Church. Rev. Bob Wilson will officiate and interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Americus at 2:00 PM. Ms. Methvin will lie in state at the church from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial contribution may be made to Trinity Baptist Church or to a charity of the donors choice in her memory.

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

MRS. DOROTHY CLARA GRIFFIN HAMMOCK

Mrs. Dorothy Clara Griffin Hammock, age 93, of Thomaston, died, Saturday, January 30, 2021, at Manchester Court Assisted Living in Conyers.

Mrs. Hammock was born March 10, 1927, in Lamar County, to the late, Newton Edward Griffin, and the late Rosa Clara Lynch Griffin. She was a homemaker and a former member of Mud Bridge Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Walter Alvah Hammock, and numerous brothers and sisters.

Survivors include her daughters, Marci (John) Hancock of Snellville, Angela (Curtis) Lynch of Social Circle, son, Keith (Rita) Hammock of Franklin, TN, grandchildren, Brittany Hammock, Brook Garner, Kory Hammock, Justin Hancock, Bridget Lynch, Marisa Lynch, great-grandchildren, Dalton and Daelyn Garner, Isaac, James and Anna Diamond.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. from Crystal Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Alzheimers Association at 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.

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MRS. CAROL GARMANY NIPP

Mrs. Carol Garmany Nipp, age 66, of Thomaston, died Sunday, January 31, 2021, at her residence.

Mrs. Nipp was born on October 28, 1954, in Thomaston, to the late Emery Leon Garmany, and the late Carolyn Ellington Garmany. She was a member of Christ Chapel. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband, William Blair Nipp of Thomaston, daughters, Michelle (Tristan) Leverett of Junction City, Lyndsey Gray of Long Beach, MS, sons, Opie (Gloria) Waddell of Woodland, Seth (Brittany) Waddell of Thomaston, sister, Amber Avery of Thomaston, and 7 grandchildren.

The family will have a memorial service at a later date.

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