Anne Hyde Cloy

Mrs. Anne Hyde Cloy, age 77, of Zebulon, passed away at her home on April 24, 2024. She grew up in Newnan, daughter of the late James Alvin Hyde and Nell Hardy Hyde. In her early years, she lived in Columbus. When she moved to East Point, she met and married her high school sweetheart, Bill Cloy and they have been together for 62 years.  They traveled the country together while he served in the US Navy.  They settled in Jonesboro, where they raised their family and then moved to Zebulon in 2004. While her children were young, Anne was a homemaker and then worked as a Paraprofessional with the Clayton County School System for 13+ years. She was an avid reader and enjoyed yard work, cooking and sewing. Nothing gave Anne more pleasure than serving and hosting others in her home. Anne was a member of The Gathering Church in Thomaston.

 

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Jim Hyde.

 

She is survived by her husband: William B. “Bill” Cloy, Jr.; children: Kim Chapple (Rob) and Shane Cloy (Mandy); grandchildren: Alex Chapple, Callie Chapple, Cole Chapple, Hannah Dawson (John), and Jackson Cloy; great-granddaughter: Caroline June Dawson; brothers-in-law: Mike Cloy (Linda) and Bob Cloy; sister-in-law: Michelle Hyde; several nieces and nephews.

 

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., in the Pavilion at The Gathering Church, 456 Hannahs Mill Road, Thomaston.  Pastor Charles Bennett will officiate.

Frances Kathryn Grant Cato

 

Frances Kathryn Grant Cato, age 90, of Milner, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at her home surrounded by family. Frances was born on February 12, 1934, in Thomaston.  She was preceded in death by her parents: Joseph Floyd Grant and Florrie Eugenia Swint Grant. She was also preceded in death by her brothers: Joseph Swint Grant and Robert Kendrick Grant.

Frances grew up in Milner and was a member of Milner Baptist Church, accepting Christ at the age of 9 years old. Throughout her life, she was a faithful and dedicated servant at the church through various roles such as teaching Sunday School, directing Vacation Bible School and WMU. She was also an active member of the choir for many years.

During her life, Frances helped at Swint’s Candies that was started by her grandparents, John Wesley Woodall, Sr., and Ida Mae Woodall.  She used her knowledge and skills of candy making as she married into the Cato Family in 1955.  The Cato’s owned PeeWee’s which made candies, BBQ and boiled peanuts.

Frances loved swimming, sewing, singing, rocking babies and was a huge fan of the Atlanta Braves. In addition to raising 5 children, she helped raise 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her sisters-in-law: Jane Grant and Beverly Grant; children: Ricky Cato, Michelle Freeman, Barry Cato (Beth), Cindy Hudson and Amy Harrill; grandchildren: Chad Cato, Kathryn McFarlan, Christy Baker (Bill), Grant Cato (Clarisse), Kyle Cato (Heather), Adam Hudson (Katlyn), Kayla Cato, Lauren Epperson, Katie Harrill, Tyler Cato, Matthew Harrill (Ashley); great-grandchildren: Rebecca and Madison Cauthen, Devin Cato (Caitlyn), Alaina Cato, Brylee Tillery, Jake McFarlan, Cohen and Landon Epperson, Karli, Kyndall and Kaci Cato, Addyson, Brycen and Evelyn Harrill, Mary Frances Hudson, Weston Cato; several nieces, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 2 p.m., in the Milner Baptist Church. Pastor Jon Beck and Pastor Brad Ellington will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Ms. Cato will be taken to the church 30 minutes prior to the service to lie-in-state.

Friends may visit the family on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Moody-Daniel Funeral Home.

Thomas Dylan Murray

Thomas Dylan Murray age 20 of Thomaston Ga, died Tuesday April 23, 2024 at his residence. Arrangements will be announced later.

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Angela Matthews Jerry-Ihde

Mrs. Angela Matthews Jerry-Ihde, age 63, of Thomaston, died Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

 

Mrs. Angela was born on March 20, 1961, in Thomaston, Georgia, to the late Arthur Matthews Sr. and the late Cornelia Howard Thomas.  She is preceded in death by her parents.

 

Survivors include her husband, James "Jim" Ihde, daughter, Natalie Jerry, brothers, Arthur (Jane) Matthews Jr., Bill (Cheryl) DeLoach, sisters, Tracy (Howard) Montgomery, Kayla (Will) DeLoach, and pseudo daughters, Ashton Jordan, Rina griffin, Franc'ee McIver, Hillary Burden and Jessica Watson.

 

A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date. 

 

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Robert Earnest Swetman

Robert Earnest Swetman (R.E.) was born January 13, 1942, the only son of E.S. and Bertha Swetman. He married the love of his life, Shirley Fay Farnell on November 8, 1958, and they began a life together that could only be separated by death. It wasn’t always easy, but they followed through with the vows they made as teenagers. They raised three children in a home they built for themselves. Robert was a Master Plumber who partnered his own business-Clark Plumbing, serving Atlanta and surrounding areas for over 50 years until his recent retirement at age 79. Robert was a man of men who loved life and lived every minute to the fullest. He cared for his land and regularly managed a garden until just a few years ago. He spent hours helping Shirley can tomatoes during the summers and after she passed away in 2011, he continued the tradition. He loved boating, the beach, and the ocean with all of the bounties it provided. Robert enjoyed working on cars and fixing anything mechanical that needed his hands. He spent many a weekend dancing the night away with Shirley, tossing horse shoes, playing cards and throwing back a cold beer. No person or animal in need was ever turned away. Robert wasn’t a materialistic man. The price of something didn’t matter as long as it met his needs and made him happy. He was certainly someone you could depend on and someone you wanted to have your back. He loved his family fiercely. Robert departed us on April 16, 2024, following an unexpected illness.

He leaves behind his three children: Tracy-Boo (Terry), Samantha-Sam Booty (Richarda) and Clint-Sugar Boy (Melissa); grandchildren: Gage-T-Bone (Bobbi), Brody-Bo, Evan, Ethan, Trey and Saylor-Sweet P; adopted son, Kevin-Red Headed Stepchild and a handful of nieces and nephews.

 

He is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Shirley and numerous furbabies.

 

His Celebration of Life will be held at his home at 171 Salter Rd, Meansville on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 5 pm. For those who would like to attend, BYOB, a covered dish, and a comfy chair as we gather to remember a life well lived.

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Martha "Maxine" Eubanks

Mrs. Martha "Maxine" Eubanks, age 90, of Thomaston, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at her residence.

Mrs. Eubanks was born on March 14, 1934, in Tift County, Georgia, to the late Loucedious Daniel, and to the late Addie Tapley.  In high school, she was an all-state basketball player.  Mrs. Maxine loved basketball, softball and became a huge UGA Bulldog fan.  She was the owner of Northside Superette and a member of Silvertown Baptist Church, where she worked in the nursery and was one of the many who worked tirelessly in the Silvertown Soup Kitchen. She walked in many charitable events to raise awareness for charities such as the March of Dimes. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Edward Eubanks.

 

Survivors include her daughters, Debbie (Jimmie) Wilson of Thomaston, Denise (David) Neikirk of Milner; son, Greg (Tammy) Eubanks; sister, Rudine Wilson of Peachtree City; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 22, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Southview Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Monday, April 22, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Silvertown Baptist Church at 300 Goodrich Ave. W Thomaston, GA 30286.

 

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Keith Wood

 Mr. Keith Wood, age 62, of Thomaston, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Eternal Hope Hospice.  Mr. Wood was cremated, and no services are planned at this time. Coggins Funeral Home 

Ruth Mann Greenway

Mrs. Ruth Mann Greenway, age 89, formerly of Atlanta, passed away April 17, 2024, in Thomaston.  She grew up in Atlanta, daughter of the late Clyde C. Mann and Clara Beck Mann. Mrs. Greenway was a homemaker who loved spending time with her family.  She enjoyed hot wings, Coca Colas, and cream puffs.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Sonny Greenway, son David Wayne Clayton, Sr., daughter Diane Ward, twin sister Ruby Chumbley, brother Hubert Mann, grandson Charles Bruce and beloved dog Coco.

She is survived by her grandchildren: Sheri Clayton, Shane Ward, Dawn Miller, Chasity Nix, Tonya Bruce and David Clayton, Jr.; niece: Rita Chumbley; daughter-in-law: Clara Clayton; 14 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., at Crest Lawn Memorial Park in Atlanta.

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George Sizemore

Mr. George Lee Sizemore Sr., age 87, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in Cleveland, Tennessee.  

Mr. Sizemore was born on August 12, 1936, in Dekalb County, Alabama, to the late George Dewey Sizemore, and the late Charlie Buttram Sizemore.  He attended college at Jacksonville State University where he played football, then went on to serve his country in the US Navy as a submariner, on the USS Medregal from 1956-1959.  He worked for McDonalds Corp from 1965-1980 and was a McDonalds Franchise owner from 1980-2016.  Mr. George loved his time with McDonalds and was the Founding Member of the Ronald McDonald House of Central Georgia. 

He was a proud Veteran and loved talking about his time in the Navy. He will be remembered for the love he had for his family and wife, Martha Joyce Sizemore. He was a great friend, leader, storyteller, loved his church.  He was very hardworking and business minded, which he instilled in his children.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Martha Joyce Sizemore.

Survivors include his daughters, Natalie (John) Burns of Cleveland, TN, Starla (Doug) Riddick of Thomaston, Jessica (Murry) Deen of Thomaston, and Jennifer (Wayne) Roberts of Macon; son, Lee (Vickie) Sizemore of Byron; brother, Charles (Debbie) Sizemore; sisters, Suevilla Pendergrass, Sara Lynn Lindsay, and Sharon (Charles) Knight; grandchildren, Ashley (Recie) Austin, Grant (Zena) Steele, Taylor Garza, Cassie Sizemore, Dekota (Haley) Riddick, Murry Deen Jr., Jenna Bette Deen, Trip Roberts, and Duke Roberts; great-grandchildren, Isla Austin, Parker Austin, Lana Steele, Keira Steele, and Baylor Riddick.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in Crystal Hill Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 2:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.  

Patricia Diane Johnson

Mrs. Patricia Diane Johnson age 60 of Thomaston Ga, died Monday April 15, 2024, at her residence. 

 

Mrs. Johnson was born on July 26, 1963, in Upson County, Georgia, to the late Edward Cory Slaughter, and the late Joyce Ann Taunton Slaughter.  She was a member of Hendricks Baptist Church.  She is preceded in death by her parents.

 

Survivors include her husband, Max "Tracy" Johnson of Thomaston, daughter, Katie Johnson of Thomaston, son, Eddie (Gayla) Singletary of Thomaston, and seven grandchildren.

 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Crystal Hill Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.

John Mark Duffey

Mr. John Mark Duffey, age 56, of The Rock, passed away April 14, 2024, at his home.  He grew up in Jonesboro and graduated from Jonesboro High School in 1985.  For most of his life, John was a maintenance technician. He enjoyed tinkering, fishing, and watching Andy Griffith, In the Heat of the Night, and shows about Big Foot.  John was an avid Braves and GA Bulldog fan.  He was a simple man who was known for his quality work.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Laila and sister, Sandra Reese.

He is survived by his children: JoAnna Duffey, Sarah Duffey, and John Duffey; grandchildren: Jovahn, Hayleigh, Abigail, Shadan and JJ; brother: Anthony “Boots” Duffey; his nephew and best friend:  Jeff Prator; several nieces and nephews.

Friends may visit the family on Wednesday, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Moody Daniel Funeral.  A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m.

Michael Wayne Brasiel

Mr. Michael Wayne Brasiel age 51 of Thomaston Ga, died Sunday April 14, 2024, at Upson Regional Medical Center. 

Mr. Brasiel was born on April 12, 1973, in Griffin, Georgia, to the late Wayne Oliver Brasiel Sr. and Gloria Albritton Brasiel.  He worked at Warner Robins Air Force Base for 16 years.  In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his nephew Wesley Brown.

Survivors include his mother, Gloria Brasiel of Thomaston, brother, Wayne Oliver Brasiel Jr. of Thomaston, and sister, Pamela (Kevin) Brown of Griffin.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. from Southview Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. at Coggins Funeral Home.