Judith Cavender Smith

Mrs. Judith Cavender Smith age 80 of Barnesville Ga, died Monday February 27, 2023 at her residence. Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

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William Terrell Reeves

Mr. William Terrell Reeves, age 70, of Thomaston, died February 21, 2023, at Grady Hospital in Atlanta.

Mr. Reeves was born on October 28, 1952, in Upson County, to the late Bobby Reeves and the late Gladys Brooks Reeves.  He was a former cabinet shop owner with Ricky Lewis and then went on to work with Windstream for thirty-five years as an Installer/Technician.  He served his country in the US National Guard and was a member of Clarks Chapel Baptist Church.  Mr. Reeves loved the outdoors, doing yardwork and various wood working projects. He was always busy doing what he loved and adored his grandchildren.  He is preceded in death by his parents. 

 

Survivors include his wife of fifty-one years, his high school sweetheart, Marilyn Bennett Reeves of Thomaston, son, William Jason (Mandy) Reeves of Thomaston, brother, Danny (Kathy) Reeves of Buffalo, NY, sister, Debora (Stacey) Crummie of Jacksonville, FL., grandchildren, Jackson Alexander Reeves, and Colton Bennett Reeves.

 

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Southview Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Sunday February 26, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

Thomas "Tommy" Tyler, Sr.

Mr. Thomas "Tommy" Tyler, Sr., age 81, of Concord, passed away February 20, 2023.

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Annie Lou “Ann” Garner Kempson

Mrs. Annie Lou “Ann” Garner Kempson, age 79, of Concord, passed away February 19, 2023.  Ann grew up in Pike County, daughter of the late Henry Garner and Lila Mae McGahee Garner.  She was a homemaker who loved flowers and enjoyed working in her yard and watching Lifetime movies.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Earl “Bud” Kempson, her son Mike Kempson and her brothers James, David, George and Luther “Bubba” Garner.

 

She is survived by her children: Lynn Ackiss (Luke) of Big Pine Key, FL and Mark Kempson (Sharon) of Concord; grandchildren: Whitney Krieger (Steve), Micah Kempson (Ansley), Justin Kempson (Kaylan), Rachel Ackiss (Teddy) and Sydnee Ackiss; great-grandchildren: Lucas, Makaylynn, Isaac and Oakley; sisters: Helen Sanders and Jenny Wright both of Griffin; many nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 27, at 2 p.m., in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Watson officiating.  Burial will follow in the Friendship Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Concord.

 

Friends may visit the family on Monday, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., at the funeral home.

Beverly Renee York

Mrs. Beverly Renee York age 61, of Thomaston, died Monday, February 20, 2023, at her residence.  

Mrs. York was born on January 26, 1962, in Pike County, to the late John Gordy and the late Reno Henly Gordy.  She worked as a stock clerk at Walmart and was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother Buck Gordy, and grandson, Flynt Reese.

 

Survivors include her husband Warren Michael York of Thomaston, daughter, Mandie (Michael) Baucom of Gay, Melissa (Kyle) Cummings-Berry of Thomaston, Caselynn (C.J.) Futch of Thomaston, stepdaughter, three stepsons, sisters, Karen Landers of Barnesville, Barbara (Wendall) Clark of Zebulon, grandchildren, Jayden Cummings, Rylan Berry, Lemon Berry and eleven additional grandchildren.

 

Mrs. York was cremated, and no services are planned at this time.  

Richard Lee Sands

Mr. Richard Lee Sands, age 71, of Jackson, formerly of Concord, passed away February 19, 2023.  Richard grew up in Richmond, Indiana.  He was an excellent woodworker and enjoyed building beautiful pieces of furniture for his two granddaughters.

He was preceded in death by his wife Joy Eskew Sands.

 

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law: Eddie and Arica Sands; granddaughters: Isabella and Gabriella Sands; and his brother and sister-in-law: Marvin and Lavonda Sands. In the words of Richard, “Another One Bites the Dust.”

 

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

 

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Judy Collins Taylor

Mrs. Judy Collins Taylor, age 67, died Friday, February 17, 2023, at her residence under the care of Eternal Hope Hospice. The native of Louden, Tennessee. Judy was a 1973 graduate of Lenoir City High School. She married Steve Taylor on June 21, 1973. Judy was the perfect preacher’s wife. She followed her husband from Tennessee to Georgia and Missouri in the ministry. She never wanted the limelight but was supportive in every way. She stayed home with the children until they were in high school. Judy worked at Georgia Southern University as an Administrative Assistant in the Student Academic Success Center, retiring in 2020, and also worked with the State of Missouri for over five years. She and Steve made Thomaston their home in June of 2020, as he was called as the minister of Grace Primitive Baptist Church, where she was also a member.

If at the end of the day, you think of her and smile or laugh-she would tell you her life was worth living.

 

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Edna Jo McNabb Collins.

 

Surviving are her husband Elder Steve Taylor of Thomaston; a son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Jessica Taylor of Cumming; a daughter, Sarah Taylor of Statesboro; grandchildren, Ally Carol Taylor and Blake Taylor both of Cumming; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Doug and Linda Collins and Scott Collins, Jr. all of Lenoir City, TN; and two sisters, Charlotte Lovelace of Knoxville, TN and Betty Yanez of Lenoir City, TN. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

 

The family will receive visitors on Monday, February 20, 2023, from 4:00pm until 7:00pm at Grace Primitive Baptist Church, 401 South Center Street, Thomaston, Georgia.

 

A visitation will be Wednesday, February 22, 2023, from 12:30pm until the funeral hour at Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home in Statesboro.

 

Funeral services will be at 2:00pm on Wednesday in the Chapel of Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home with Elder Jim Bowen officiating.

 

Interment will be in the Middleground Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with Elder Bill Durrence officiating.

Pallbearers will be Juan Jeronimo, Sandy Kersey, Ben Brown, Hardy Mitchell, Larry Guy and Mike Raines.

Honorary pallbearers will be all Primitive Baptist ministers and spouses.

 

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Grace Primitive Baptist Church Building Fund, 401 South Center Street, Thomaston, Georgia 30286, or the Middleground Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 321 Sam Tillman Road, Statesboro, Georgia 30458.

 

Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home & Crematory of Statesboro is in charge of the arrangements.

Elizabeth "Libby" Turner

Mrs. Elizabeth "Libby" Turner Ingram age 89, formally of Thoamston, died Friday February 17, 2023 at The Reserve in Peachtree City. 

 

Mrs. Ingram was born on August 6, 1933 in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late Paul Edward Turner, and the late Thelma Roberts Turner.  She was a homemaker and a member of the Thomaston First United Methodist Church.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Bethel Ingram.

 

Survivors include her daughters, Beth (Rusty) Hill of Jasper, Pam Ellerbee of Thomaston, Lisa Ingram of Thomaston, and Lynn Ingram of Thomaston, grandchildren, Bethel Ellerbee, Elizabeth Reynolds, Stefanie Perez, Laura Hill and Kelly Smith.

 

The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.  A private family graveside service will follow. 

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Thomaston First United Methodist Church at 132 Cherokee Rd. Thomaston, GA 30286.

Joseph Neal Sumner

Joseph Neal Sumner, 79, was born July 22, 1943, and passed away at home with his wife by his side on February 17, 2023.

He retired after 29 years as a shop technician at Thomaston Mills and 22 years as Director of Engineers at Newton Covington Medical Center.

He was a sharpshooter who won many clay shoots, even after losing an eye due to an on-the-job injury. He loved to birdwatch and could fix or build just about anything. He loved to tell stories and make people laugh.

He was preceded in death by his parents William Augustus Sumner, and Doris Arlene Tidwell Sumner, and his brother Roger (Nancy) Sumner.

He is survived by his wife, Becky Sumner; his son Kenneth Lamar Sumner (Komnai); his daughter Lisa Diane Price (Mark); his brother Robert O'Dell Sumner (Dora); his grandchildren, Mya, Jennifer Reed and Michael Lee; great-grandchildren Alexus, Shyanne, Dakota and Alyssa, his stepchildren Samuel (Jolane) Weeks, Daniel Weeks (Mercedes), Nathaniel Weeks (Kristy) and Rachel McDaniel (Matthew) and step-grandchildren Gabriella and Isabella Weeks, Samantha, Rebecca and Thomas Weeks and Lola and Lily McDaniel and many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, February 23, at 6 p.m., in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Jeanette Fancher Ajaelu

Jeanette Fancher Ajaelu age 70 of Thomaston, GA (formerly of Cordova, AL) passed away on Friday Feb 3, 2023.

The family will receive friends on Monday February 6, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at Collins-Burke Funeral Home. Funeral services and burial will be held Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Hunter’s Chapel Holy Church of Christ. Steven Moore will officiate.

 

Ms. Ajaelu was preceded in death by her Father-John Henry Fancher, Mother-Tommie Lee Fancher, Sister-Gracie Ann Fancher and Brother-John Albert Fancher.

 

She is survived by her Brother Ronald L. Fancher (Joyce), Son-Ronald A. Fancher (Caren), Daughters-Amanda Cromer and Kristie Hollis (Keith), Grandchildren-Darren Cromer (Amanda), Casey Cromer, Brittany Hollis, Anastasia Fancher, Gregory Cromer, Nicholas Fancher, Joshua Cromer and 8 great grandchildren.

 

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JoAnne Parker Williams

Ms. JoAnne Parker Williams, age 70, of Thomaston, passed away February 14, 2023.

JoAnne was born on August 21, 1952, to the late John and Joyce Parker. She grew up in Atlanta alongside four sisters. JoAnne was a homemaker and mother to four daughters. She was a longtime resident of Thomaston.

 

JoAnne, affectionately known as “Maw Maw”, was a happy and giving lady who continuously cared for others. She was a devout Christian who made a habit of studying the Bible and other Christian books. JoAnne enjoyed working crossword puzzles, scratching lottery tickets, and drinking a cold Mountain Dew. She was an excellent cook and hostess to all the grandchildren and friends she enjoyed having at her home. Most important in her life, was JoAnne’s role as Maw Maw to the many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews she loved so dearly. JoAnne will be remembered as the matriarch of her family and a dreamer with a loving spirit.

 

In addition to her parents, JoAnne was preceded in death by her husband: William Donald Williams; granddaughter: Allana Daugherty; sisters: Marie Mendoza and Jean Parker; sons-in-law: Dink Howington and Bobby Guy Jr.; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Mike Swindle, Melvin Robinson, Mike and Pat Williams, and Cindy Graves.

 

She is survived by her four daughters: Joyce Marie Keck, Brandy Simmons, Michele Howington (Ronnie Gordy), and Jennifer Williams; grandchildren: Danielle Harrell, Skyler Hencely, Lee Rogers, Sam Howington, Blake Brown, Amber Daughtery, Faith Keck, Jonathan Guy, Austin Daughtery, Hunter Howington and Kayla Keck; many great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews including special nephews: Kane and Kody Williams; loyal canine companion: Gracie the weenie dog.

 

A funeral service will be held at 3 PM on Sunday, February 19th in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family beginning at 2 PM at the funeral home.

Jerry Carl Worshum

Mr. Jerry Carl Worshum, age 87, of Concord, passed away February 13, 2023.

Jerry was born on August 22, 1935, to the late Luther and Faye Worshum. He grew up in Montezuma, Tennessee. As a young man, Jerry joined the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany as a sergeant in the motor pool. Upon completion of his military service, Jerry married the lovely Rilla Reynolds. The couple eventually settled in Atlanta and had two sons and two daughters. In 1960, Jerry began his longtime career with A&P grocery stores. He became Vice President of Warehousing and Distribution. After 40 years with the company, Jerry retired as the warehouse officially closed its doors in 2000. Jerry spent the last 20 years of his life in Concord where he lived close to family.

 

Jerry was an avid outdoorsman and an excellent gardener. He enjoyed growing vegetables and hunting. He was a talented guitarist. He loved singing and playing old country songs on his guitar. Jerry and his wife attended Harps Crossing Baptist Church in Hollonville for many years. He was compassionate and giving. He was a “bigger than life” character with a loving heart. Jerry was incredibly knowledgeable. He knew about most any subject and he could build or fix just about anything. Jerry will be remembered as an amazing father, Pops, and the rock of his family.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Rilla Reynolds Worshum, his son, Timothy C. Worshum and his daughter, Angi Peaden.

 

He is survived by his son: Bill Worshum of Concord; daughter: Kristi Worshum of Griffin; eight grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

 

A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, February 16th in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family beginning at 1 PM at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will immediately follow in Moody Memorial Gardens.

Helen Sullivan Elliott

Ms. Helen Sullivan Elliott, age 90, of Zebulon, passed away February 13, 2023.

Helen was born on October 22, 1932, to the late Thomas and Laura Sullivan. She was raised alongside five brothers and six sisters in Upson County where she was a lifelong resident. Helen was wed to Wilbur Elliott and the couple enjoyed farm life in Pike County with their two children. Helen was an excellent cook and loved feeding those around her. She was known to be a little feisty but always respectable. She was prim and proper with her hair and makeup done just right. Helen was a Christian and longtime member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

 

Along with her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Collins Elliott, son, Darrell Keith Elliott, and 11 brothers and sisters.

 

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Denise and Craig Chambley; grandchildren and their spouses: Laura and Chris Shadrick, Darrell and Mandy Elliott, Dusty and Tiffany Elliott, Chris and Jacinda Elliott; many beloved great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

 

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, February 16th in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family beginning at 10 AM at the funeral home. A private family burial will be held at Ebenezer United Methodist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Helen’s honor to Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 3366 McKinley Road, Zebulon, GA 30295.

Betty Jean Cato

Mrs. Betty Jean Cato, age 80, of Thomaston, died Saturday, February 11, 2023, at Harborview Health Center.

Mrs. Cato was born on April 29, 1942, to the late Robert Earl Hatchett and Mary Lou Futch Hatchett in Pike County.  She retired from Aircraft Spruce and was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church.  Mrs. Betty loved playing bingo and doing her word search, puzzle books, along with watching the game show network.  She also loved going to baseball and softball games.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Frankie Cato, daughter, Sheila Cato, and three sisters.

 

Survivors include her son Doug Cato of Jesup, daughter Cindy Cato, of Thomaston, several nieces and nephews, and a host of cousins and special friends survive.

 

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday February 14, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. from Neal Baptist Church Cemetery in Molena.  The family will receive friends on Monday, February 13, 2023, from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

John Oliver Blevins

 Mr. John Oliver Blevins age 91 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday February 9, 2023 at Harborview Health and Rehab.

Funeral services for John Blevins will be held on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. in the Coggins Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:30 p.m. at

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Freddie Claire Duke Shaw

Mrs. Freddie Claire Duke Shaw age 87 of Thomaston Ga, died Wednesday February 8, 2023 at Upson Regional Medical Center. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later.

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Margaret Caroline New Dunlap

Mrs. Margaret Caroline New Dunlap, age 71, of Cataula, GA, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at her residence.

Funeral services for Mrs. Dunlap will be held on Saturday, February 11, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Fletcher-Day Funeral Home with interment  to follow in South View Cemetery.   The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 1:00 - 2:00 PM.

 

The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to InTouch Ministries, Precept Ministries, or Valley Rescue Mission in Hamilton.  Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

Annie Belle Caldwell

Ms. Annie Belle Caldwell, age 84, of Zebulon, passed away February 6, 2023.

Ms. Annie was born on February 20, 1938, to the late Carl and Louvenia Archer. She grew up, the daughter of a farmer, alongside four brothers and four sisters. Ms. Annie was a 1956 graduate of Zebulon High School. She went on to marry Charles William Caldwell in 1964. The couple made their home in Zebulon and had one son, Tony. Ms. Annie was a seamstress for Mochet Corporation in Griffin for many years. She was a longtime member of New Hope Baptist Church in Zebulon.

Ms. Annie was a sweet, lovely lady. She wouldn’t say an unkind word to anyone but was known to say, “That’ll make you say your Sunday school lesson backwards!” She liked working outside in her yard and enjoying the sunshine. She was a talented quilter and made many quilts. Ms. Annie especially loved Saturdays when her grandchildren would come to visit her. Ms. Annie will be remembered as a loving and gentle mother, sister and Granny to her beloved family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Charles William Caldwell, grandson, Levi Caldwell, two brothers and two sisters.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Tony and Lisa Caldwell of Zebulon; grandchildren: Eli (Victoria) Caldwell and Gabby Caldwell; great-granddaughter: Lilianna; special niece: Bonnie Moore; sisters: Emma Mayfield and Sandy Nicholson; brothers: George Archer and Grady Archer; several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, February 9^th in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home with Rev. Tony Caldwell officiating. Friends may visit the family beginning at 10:30 AM at the funeral home. A private burial will be held at New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery.

Elaine M. Dingler

Mrs. Elaine M. Dingler, age 77, of Thomaston, passed away February 6, 2023.

 

Elaine was born on May 24, 1945, to the late James and Marguerite McKissick. She grew up in the Thomaston area alongside her brother, Ted. Elaine graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1963. On December 24, 1967, Elaine married Thomaston native David Dingler. During the 1980’s, Elaine worked at Tara Fabrics, a bustling fabric store in the heart of Thomaston. She went on to work at a local custom framing shop for several years before becoming a full-time homemaker. Elaine cared for her husband, her home, and her garden for the remainder of her life.

 

Elaine was proud of her flowers and her garden that tended to so carefully. While she loved growing flowers, she also enjoyed painting them. Elaine had a heart for crafting, painting, and sewing. She loved music of many genres including classical, country, and classic rock. She and her husbanded attended around 100 concerts together. She even sang in a band during her high school days. Elaine was a longtime member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Elaine will be remembered for her deep love for family and dear friends.

 

Along with her parents, Elaine was preceded in death by her infant sister, Mary Alice McKissick, and brother, James “Ted” McKissick.

 

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, David Dingler, and many special nieces and nephews including Mark and Sherry McKissick.

 

The Dingler family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Benjamin Williams and his staff at Upson Regional Medical Center as well as the staff of Harbor View Nursing Home for the compassion and respect shown to Elaine during her final weeks of life. A private family ceremony will be held in Elaine’s honor at a later date. The Dingler family is being assisted by Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

James "Larry" McGouirk

Mr. James "Larry" McGouirk, age 79 of Thomaston, passed in peace Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Brightmoor Hospice.  

 

James Larry "Kojak" McGouirk was born on March 17, 1943, to the late Dewey and Evelyn McGouirk of Thomaston, GA.  Larry retired from Thomaston Mills bleachery division after many years of dedicated service to the company.  Larry was passionate about and looked forward to volunteering at his church's foodbank, passing out food boxes to those in need.  A member of Pine Mountain Holiness, Larry shared a personal lifelong friendship with Paster Jimmy Grier.  His hobbies were keeping an immaculate yard, cutting grass and eating a poolroom hamburger.   

 

Larry was married to Tanya Blount for twenty-three years and have two beloved sons together, James "Jim" Larry (Michelle) McGouirk Jr. and Dewey Edward (Julie) McGouirk.  He was a loving grandfather to Eric (Krysty) McGouirk of Leesburg, Ryan (Jenny) McGouirk of Rome, Chase McGouirk and Seth (Lindsey Murphy) McGouirk both of Thomaston.  Great-grandchildren include, Sydney and Olivia McGouirk, Jenna and Grant Taylor.  He is preceded in death by his siblings, Dewey "Bud" (Barbarah) McGouirk, Richard (Peggy Jo) McGouirk, Nell (Doug) Baughcum.  Surviving siblings include Tommy (Kay) McGouirk, Millie (John) Savage, and Toni (Billy) Jones.  Larry will be remembered fondly by many nieces, nephews and extended family. 

 

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Southview Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

Judy Faye Connell Riggins

Mrs. Judy Faye Connell Riggins, age 75, of Molena, passed away February 4, 2023.  Judy was born in Zebulon, daughter of the late Hoyt Bennett Connell and Elizabeth Scoggins Connell. She was a life-long resident of Pike County and enjoyed fishing, traveling and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Damon Stewart “Danny” Riggins, Sr., and her brothers Thomas Connell and Ted Connell.

 

She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Damon and Jennifer Riggins and Darrell and Heather Riggins; grandchildren and their spouses: Coleman Riggins, Snow and Rand Nerium, Nolan and Zoe Riggins, Madison Riggins, Connor Vivian Riggins, and Reese Jordan; sisters and a brother-in-law: Sarah Manley and Shirley and Buddy Hatchett; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 8, at 3 p.m., in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in the Neal Baptist Church Cemetery in Concord.

 

Friends may visit the family on Wednesday, from 1-3 p.m., at the funeral home.

Eugene “Gene” Wilson

Rev. Eugene “Gene” Wilson and Peggy Quarles Wilson, loving husband and wife of 63 years, are reunited once again in their Heavenly home.

Rev. Gene passed away on November 8, 2022. Peggy joined her beloved husband in the arms of Jesus on January 22, 2023, just 11 weeks later.

 

Rev. Gene, a longtime pastor, and Peggy, a devoted preacher’s wife, were the proud parents of two daughters, Tammy & Angie. The couple spent their lives spreading the gospel and now they are living in glory with the Lord. Rev. Gene and Peggy will be remembered by their love for Jesus, their family, and one another.

 

A joint service for Rev. Gene and Peggy Wilson will be held on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at 4 PM, in the chapel of Moody-Daniel Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family beginning at 3 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in their honor to McIntosh Baptist Church, 2222 West McIntosh Road, Griffin, GA 30223.

Walter Don Ellerbee

Mr. Walter Don Ellerbee age 85 of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday January 31, 2023 at Riverside Health and Rehab. Funeral Arrangements will be announced later.

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